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Q: Linear algebra and regular orbits If $A$ is an $n\times n$ matrix over a field, and $A^{k} = I$, with $k$ the least positive integer such that this occurs, then must there be some vector $v$ such that $\{v,Av,A^{2}v,\dots,A^{k-1}v\}$ has $k$ distinct elements in it?  In other words:

Must every matrix of finite multiplicative order have a regular orbit?

If A has prime power order, $k = p^{m}$, then $A^{p^{m-1}}-I$ is nonzero, so its kernel is proper, and everything outside of that kernel is a vector in a regular orbit.  Over a finite field of size $q$, the index of a proper subspace is at least $q$, so we can even just choose (on average) $q$ random vectors to find one in a regular orbit.  Over an infinite field, the same idea roughly says any random vector should work, as long as one can make some sort of "uniformly" distributed choice.
If $A$ has order a product of two prime powers, then I am assured this is true by a (special case) of an exercise in Isaacs's Finite Group Theory.  I cannot imagine an argument that does not work for arbitrary orders $k$, but I also cannot find a convincing proof even for the product of two prime powers.  The sum of vectors in regular orbits of the $p$ - parts of $A$ need not themselves be in regular orbits of $A$.  Every matrix (over a finite field) I've tried has a regular orbit.

Assuming this is easy, how does one handle the case where $A$ is an automorphism of a finite group $G$, and the order of $A$ is a product of two prime powers?  In other words:

Prove every automorphism of order $p^{a}q^{b}$ of a finite group has a regular orbit.

Assuming the first question's answer is "yes", then what goes wrong for arbitrary orders?  Isaacs's book gives an example where the general automorphism can fail to have a regular orbit, but it is impossible to compare this until I have at least some idea of why the two-prime case does work.

A related version of this question is: regular orbits are quite important in permutation and (finite) matrix groups and are a standard technique in several important (solved and unsolved) problems in modular representation theory.

Is there sort of a gentle introduction that puts these techniques in context?

For any individual paper is clear that what they say works, but my picture of this area is incredibly disjointed and I suspect that is not true for everyone.  For instance Khukhro has an excellent book on automorphisms of p-groups with few fixed points, and many finite group theory texts have chapters on fixed-point-free automorphisms and the consequences for the group structure of the group being acted upon.  However, I haven't found any "textbook" exposition of regular orbits yet.

A: For your first question, I presume you also wish to insist that $k$
be the least integer such that $A^k=I$. The matrix $A$ is then similar
over your field to a direct sum $B_1,\ldots,B_m$ of companion matrices
of (over your field $F$) factors of $X^k-1$, say $f_1,\ldots,f_m$.
Then $F^n$ decomposes as a direct sum of subspaces where $A$ acts
cyclically with generator $v_i$ annihilated by $f_i(A)$.
Let $v=v_1+\cdots +v_m$. Then
for a polynomial $g$, $g(A)v=0$ if and only if $g(A)v_i=0$ for all $i$
if and only if $f_i\mid g$ for all $i$.
Hence $F\mid g$ where $F=f_1\cdots f_m$. But then $F(A)u=0$ for all $u$
(so that $F$ is the minimum polynomial of $A$).
If $A^l=I$ where $l < k$ then $F\mid(X^l-1)$ and then $A^l-I=0$,
contrary to hypothesis. So yes, $A$ has a regular orbit.

A: Thanks to Marty Isaacs for reminding me the exercise was supposed to be easy and for giving a reference to my larger question.  I'll post it here, since I think some people are following it.

If the order of A is paqb then the subgroup generated by A has two minimal subgroups, generated by P=Apa−1qb and Q=Apaqb−1.  If the orbit of g under A is not regular, then the stabilizer is a non-identity subgroup of A, so it contains either P or Q.  Hence either P or Q centralize g.  Hence g centralizes either P or Q (I am always amazed at the power of noticing "centralize" is symmetric), so g is in the union CG(P) ∪ CG(Q).  Both of these subgroups are proper subgroups of G, since A acts faithfully on G itself.  However, G is not the union of two proper subgroups, so there is some g in G − ( CG(P) ∪ CG(Q) ), and such a g represents a regular orbit.

An investigation of which groups G must have regular orbits is in:
Horoševskiĭ, M. V. "Automorphisms of finite groups."
Mat. Sb. (N.S.) 93(135) (1974), 576–587, 630.
(Math. USSR Sbornik 22 (1974) 4, 584–594)
MR347979
DOI: 10.1070/SM1974v022n04ABEH001707
and in particular proves that every automorphism of a nilpotent group or a semisimple
(that is, Fitting-free) group has a regular orbit.  The paper has exercise 3A.8 as a remark after corollary 1 (page 592 in the English translation), and corollary 3.3 as theorem 2.  Its lemma 4 fixes my difficulties with dealing with the orbits prime by prime (don't look at the p-parts of A where the obvious statement has obvious counterexamples, look at non-faithful orbits instead).

I could not generalize Robin Chapman's argument to finite abelian groups, since one
no longer has that finite Z/nZ[t] modules are direct sums of cyclic modules (for
instance, Z[t]/(4,tt-1) has the ideal (2,t+1)/(4,tt-1) of type C2 × C4 with t=A acting as the matrix [1,2;0,1].  This module is non-cyclic and indecomposable.  Of course t has a regular orbit, but I could not simply choose a "generator".  Marty Isaacs has shown me how to use Horoševskiĭ's argument to reduce to the case where G is indecomposable, where presumably it is easier than I think.

In the other direction, keeping G elementary abelian but letting A be an entire group of automorphisms, one is still quite interested in whether there is a regular orbit.  I found this article helpful for getting an idea of how this works:
Fleischmann, Peter. "Finite groups with regular orbits on vector spaces."
J. Algebra 103 (1986), no. 1, 211–215.
MR860700
DOI: 10.1016/0021-8693(86)90180-8.
In particular, nilpotent groups tend to have regular orbits except when p=2 is involved (either in A or G), and the specific problems with p=2 are addressed.  Its methods for abelian groups A give an alternative view of Robin Chapman's answer (basically the paper shows that you can reduce to the algebraically closed/absolutely irreducible case, and then the Bi are all 1x1, and the matrix A is diagonal).


We are back on the road after seeing Spurs rise to victory!
The sat nav states we are due back at 00:22. If this differs significantly (by 10 mins or so) then I will post another update.
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14 of the most expensive TV episodes of all time
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These TV shows spend a lot on each episode.
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Blockbuster films regularly have seven-figure budgets, but TV shows have recently begun to rival Hollywood in terms of high production costs. Elaborate sets, A-list cast members, and exotic filming locations have turned some series into cinematic masterpieces with jaw-dropping price tags to match.
Here are 14 television shows that have delivered some of the most expensive episodes of all time.
Making "Camelot" cost around $7 million per episode.
The show, which only lasted 10 episodes, cost $7 million per episode.
Despite being canceled by Starz after just 10 episodes, this historical fantasy series had a huge budget. The Wall Street Journal reported that the network reportedly spent approximately $7 million per episode to keep fans immersed in the mythical land of King Arthur.
"Marco Polo" received a mixed critical reception despite its $9 million per episode price tag.
"Marco Polo" is the most expensive Netflix show to date.
When it debuted back in 2014, Business Insider reported that the 10-episode series was the most expensive Netflix production to date. During its run, "Marco Polo" cost about $9 million per episode to produce. That expenditure didn't seem to translate to rave reviews and the historical epic was canceled after just two seasons.
Each episode of "The Alienist" took about $9 million to bring to life.
Each episode of "The Alienist" cost $9 million.
In an interview with Variety, TBS and TNT president Kevin Reilly revealed that each episode of the network's moody historical crime series "The Alienist" cost $9 million to produce. It's the most expensive show the channel has ever produced and is based on Caleb Carr's 1994 bestselling novel about hunting a serial killer in 1890s New York.
Sense8 was a cult show with a budget of $9 million per episode.
This short-lived Netflix show cost $9 million per episode.
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This short-lived Netflix series centered around a group of strangers who are mentally connected. Even though the show was apparently a hit with fans, Netflix axed it after spending a reported $9 million per episode, according to The Verge. To appease viewers, the streaming service ended the story of "Sense8" with a feature-length finale film.
The creators of "Rome" spent about $10 million per episode.
This show cost $10 million per episode.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, writer and director Bruno Heller admitted that HBO's hit show "Rome" was a victim of its high production cost. The sweeping historical drama set against Julius Caesar's civil war of 49 BC cost about $10 million per episode. The show's creators cited the elaborate sets and Italian filming locations as big contributors to the expense of making the show.
"Fringe" was a science fiction show with a $10 million price tag.
The feature length episode of this show cost $10 million.
New York magazine reported that the feature-length pilot episode of the sci-fi hit "Fringe" cost a staggering $10 million. That's more than double the already princely price of $4 million per standard episode of the series.
The pilot episode of "Lost" was staggeringly expensive to make.
The pilot of "Lost" cost up to $14 million.
According to E! News, the pilot episode of the cult show "Lost" cost between $10 and $14 million to make. Much of the expense was due to the need to acquire, transport, and style a real decommissioned airliner to serve as the doomed Flight 815 in the series opener.
Each episode of "ER" cost about $13 million to make.
At its peak, this show cost $13 million.
"ER" is television's longest-running medical drama, and according to The Baltimore Sun, this mega-hit cost NBC a full $13 million per episode at its peak. The high cost was reportedly due in part to the network's attempt to woo cast member George Clooney into remaining with the series in 1998. However, Clooney left "ER" in 1999.
A typical episode of "The Crown" costs $13 million.
This Netflix show costs $13 million per episode.
This regal drama about the life of British monarch Queen Elizabeth is produced by Netflix for an eye-watering $13 million per episode, according to Market Watch. With opulent costuming, a celebrity cast, and rigorous attention to historical detail, this series has won an adoring fan base in exchange for shelling out millions per episode.
The final season of "Game of Thrones" will cost about $90 million to produce, or $15 million per episode.
"Game of Thrones" will be spending $90 million on their final season.
Even though the eighth and last season of "Game of Thrones" will include just six episodes, Variety reported that HBO will be spending a cool $15 million per episode to bring the world of Westeros to life. That whopping sum supports the show's giant cast, movie-worthy special effects, and on-location filming in exotic locales.
"The Get Down" was short-lived, but it's reported to have racked up a bill of $16 million per episode.
Yes, you read that right. Netflix' hip-hop musical series from acclaimed duo Catherine Martin and Baz Luhrmann had a star-studded creative team, but it was canceled after just one season. The streaming service reportedly paid up to $16 million per episode to fund the production of the series, according to Deadline.
The pilot episode of "Boardwalk Empire" cost nearly $20 million to make.
The first episode of "Boardwalk Empire" is $18 million.
It wasn't cheap to produce this television period drama. According to TV By The Numbers, the opening episode of HBO's "Boardwalk Empire" cost a mind-melting $18 million. That's on top of the $5 million it took to produce each regular episode. The show was directed by Martin Scorsese and featured a real, 300-foot-long boardwalk that also cost $5 million to build.
"Westworld" debuted with a pilot episode that reportedly cost $25 million.
The pilot of "Westworld" had a budget of $25 million.
HBO is no stranger to high production costs, but the series opener of their sci-fi-cum-western show "Westworld" reportedly had a budget of $25 million, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The visual effects, historically accurate props, and cinematic sets all contribute to the show's epic cost.
"The Pacific" was a military miniseries with a budget of $20 million per episode.
The show cost $200 million.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, HBO's critically lauded miniseries about the experience of three marines in the Pacific War commanded a budget of around $20 million per episode. The entire series consisted of only 10 episodes, but the high production cost of each means that HBO's total expenditure topped out at $200 million.
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Cognitive radio is the enabling technology for dynamic spectrum access, which may potentially mitigate the radio spectrum scarcity problem encountered in many countries. Thus, cognitive radio is widely regarded as one of the most promising technologies for the future wireless communications. For instance, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the US approved in November 2008 the use of mobile devices in unused TV bands (TV white spaces), and many governments worldwide have also moved to support this new spectrum sharing model. This has been recently accompanied by a significant upsurge in academic research and application initiatives, especially in unlocking the potential in the "white space" of TV bands for various broadband wireless services.
However, cognitive wireless networking is still in the early stages of research and development. To achieve fully "cognitive" transmission over a wireless network, there are still tremendous technical, economical, and regulatory challenges. Signal processing plays a major role in designing cognitive wireless networks, especially in spectrum sensing for identifying spectrum opportunities and cognitive spectrum access design for exploiting the identified spectrum opportunities. The aim of this special issue is just to provide a collection of high-quality research papers in advanced signal processing for cognitive radio networks addressing various fundamental as well as system design problems.
For this special issue, we have received 18 paper submissions altogether. After careful review over all the submissions, 7 papers have been accepted for publications.
The first paper is an overview paper, entitled "A review on spectrum sensing techniques for cognitive radio: challenges and solutions" and co-authored by Zeng et al. This paper provides a systematic overview on the spectrum sensing techniques for cognitive radio, including conventional as well as recently developed sensing schemes. The authors also list down the challenges of spectrum sensing design due to practical considerations and requirements and compare the applicability of various sensing schemes in different scenarios.
The second paper, "Securing collaborative spectrum sensing against Untrustworthy secondary users in cognitive radio networks" by Wang et al., addresses the problem of collaborative spectrum sensing by detecting the untrustworthy secondary users which may report false sensing results purposely to the fusion center.
The third paper is entitled "Spectral correlation of multicarrier modulated signals and its application for signal detection" and co-authored by Zhang et al. It investigates the cyclostationarity characteristics for two kinds of multicarrier modulated (MCM) signals, including conventional OFDM and filter bank based multicarrier (FBMC) signals. Cyclostationary Signatures are also artificially embedded into MCM signal and a low-complexity signature detector ispresented for detecting MCM signal.
The fourth paper is co-authored by Kocak et al., and is entitled "Time delay estimation in dispersed spectrum cognitive radio systems." It addresses the problem of time delay estimation in cognitive radio systems facilitating opportunistic use of spectral resources. A two-step approach is proposed to obtain accurate time delay estimates of signals that occupy multiple dispersed bands simultaneously, with significantly lower computational complexity than the optimal maximum likelihood (ML) estimator.
In the fifth paper entitled "Uplink user signal separation for OFDMA-based cognitive radios," Sahin et al. study the problem of separation of primary user signals in the uplink of orthogonal frequency division multiple access (OFDMA) based cognitive radio systems, for the purpose of increasing the spectrum awareness of the cognitive radios.
The sixth paper is co-authored by Xiao et al., and entitled "A unified approach to optimal OSA under collision probability constraint in cognitive radio systems". The authors study the optimal opportunistic spectrum access problem and formulate it as an optimization problem that the secondary user maximizes spectrum hole utilization under the constraint of collision tolerable level of the primary users.
In the seventh paper, "Optimal policy of Cross-layer design for channel access and transmission rate adaptation in cognitive radio networks," He et al. investigate the cross-layer design of joint channel access and transmission rate adaptation in cognitive radio networks with multiple channels for both centralized and decentralized cases. The design target is to maximize the throughput of cognitive radio network under transmitting power constraint by taking spectrum sensing errors into account for both centralized and decentralized networks.
We would like to thank all authors for their contributions to this special issue, the reviewers for their effort and time spent in reviewing the papers, and finally the editor Phillip Regalia for his support during the whole process.


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Top Credit Bureau Becomes Victim of Identity Theft
Major US Credit Bureau Sold Social Security Numbers and Other Info to Scammer, Becomes Victim of Identity Theft
One of the top US credit bureaus is suffering the pains of identity theft.
According to reports, Experian, an credit protection service, sold social security numbers, as well as drivers' license numbers, bank account, and credit card information for millions of Americans, to an identity theft service. An investigative report from Krebs on Security revealed that an Experian subsidiary, Court Ventures, sold the personal information to a Vietnamese hacker named Hieu Minh Ngo, who operated an identity theft service called SuperGet.info.
Ngo has since been indicted in New Hampshire after he entered the US.
Reportedly, Ngo posed as a private investigator in order to obtain access to Experian's databases. The Krebs on Security report stated, however, that while the private investigator ruse could get Ngo past Experian's initial layer of security, other signs should have tipped the company off to potential identity theft problems. For example, Ngo paid for monthly access to Experian's databases using wire transfers from Singapore, despite allegedly being a US-based investigator.
"The issue in my mind was the fact that this went on for almost a year after Experian did their due diligence and purchased" Court Ventures, U.S. Info Search CEO Marc Martin said. "Why didn't they question cash wires coming in every month? Experian portrays themselves as the databreach experts, and they sell identity theft protection services. How this could go on without them detecting it I don't know. Our agreement with them was that our information was to be used for fraud prevention and ID verification, and was only to be sold to licensed and credentialed U.S. businesses, not to someone overseas."
Experian refused to be interviewed, but it did release a written statement to Krebs on Security:
"Experian acquired Court Ventures in March, 2012 because of its national public records database. After the acquisition, the US Secret Service notified Experian that Court Ventures had been and was continuing to resell data from US Info Search to a third party possibly engaged in illegal activity. Following notice by the US Secret Service, Experian discontinued reselling US Info Search data and worked closely and in full cooperation with law enforcement to bring Vietnamese national Hieu Minh Ngo, the alleged perpetrator, to justice. Experian's credit files were not accessed. Because of the ongoing federal investigation, we are not free to say anything further at this time."
Is Your Identity Protected?
Identity theft has become the fastest growing crimes in the United States.
According to statistics from federal officials, one in every twenty Americans will fall victim to this crime. The only way to prevent this from happening is by reducing the risk that such a crime will affect you. Identity theft can ruin your name and your credit through erroneous charges and purchases, and even through the obtainment of loans that you neither applied for nor received funds from.
If you think that you have been a victim of identity theft, you should:
File a police report immediately. This is important as this is evidence to be presented to creditors to claim your rights as a victim of identity theft.
Report the identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission as this informs law enforcement officials throughout the United States of the pending investigation.
Register Fraud Alert on your credit reports. This can inform credit reporting services of anomalous activity on your credit for ninety (90) days.
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Ladies, let's admit it, the best thing about being a bride is heading to every David's Bridal in your town and trying on dresses waaaaay out of your budget. I mean, it's all fun in the end, and it's an experience some of us only experience once in a lifetime.
So how much did you end up paying for that white gown of glory? A grand? Two? Hell, maybe it exceeded the threshold of ten grand?
Maybe you did what I did and googled "David Bridal Discount Dresses" and bought a Vera Wang wedding dress that cost $300 instead of three thousand. Hey, I was looking to save as much as I could and had to be clever about my spending.
Side note: I looked auh-mazing.
The list of expensive wedding dresses is a tough one, but I eventually found a few jaw-dropping ones that will have you craving another wedding!
Just kidding, at this point, I just crave some sleep.
The first time I've heard of this Chinese actress/singer/model (sheesh), it was about how she's tied the knot with her boyfriend and her $31 million wedding. She wore a custom made Dior gown that took nearly five months to create! According to Forbes, the dress was "Crafted out of 115 feet of ivory satin organza and 165 feet of tulle, the intricate piece features a 10-foot-long train, and nearly a hundred hand-cut rose bouquets made of Chantilly Lace".
Now, the price of the dress was actually never disclosed, which leaves one to wonder: Out of that $31 million, how much did that dress really cost?
You better believe a royal wedding is going to make this list. I am utterly in love with Kate Middleton. Her incredible sense of style, her modest looks, her role in several charities, and obviously, that smile. When she wore an Alexander Mcqueen on her wedding, I was in tears. The lace of the dress was crafted at the Royal School of Needlework. I know that sounds fake, but it's the UK, so I promise it's a real thing.
The dress was long sleeve, hand embroidered with flowers on both the bodice and hips and Kate's train was over eight feet long. The dress reportedly hit a six-figure price and cost $434,000.
'Cause when you love someone, you just don't treat them bad, you messed up all we had, probably thinking I'm coming back.
Those are the lyrics of Mariah Carey's "I Don't," where in her music video, she burned her $335,000 Valentino wedding dress to ashes. The singer was engaged to billionaire James Packer at the time, but the two broke off their engagement before we got to see Mimi flaunt her stuff in Bora Bora (planned wedding destination). You see, ladies, we can all learn a little something here. Next time your man pisses you off…you know what to do.
Yes, you guys, these guys are flushed with cash, so they're at the top of most lists.
Lady Diana Spencer wed Prince Charles in 1981 and wore a dress so beautiful that it is still talked about till this day. The dress was embroidered with ivory silk taffeta and antique lace, with a 25-foot train and valued at $115,000. Elizabeth Manuel and her husband created it at the time. Lady Diana herself worked with the designers to ensure that the dress was kept modest and up to expectations.
Formerly known as Victoria Beckham, a world renowned style icon. Now, if you want a reminder of what the nineties were like, then Victoria and David Beckham's wedding is the perfect visual. The Spice Girl and former England football captain wed in 1999 in a castle in Clonsilla. That's what happens when you have friends in high places, people.
And you're a famous football player with a successful artist for a partner.
Regarding Victoria's dress, she wore a Vera Wang with a 20-foot train that was estimated to have cost $100,000.
Fun fact: Kleinfeld wasn't always a bridal retailer. It started as a fur salon in 1941, until the Kleinfeld realized there was a demand for wedding dresses in NYC. Kleinfeld is known for accommodating to every bride's request and spending several hours putting in work (and love) into every dress.
Although their prices vary, the most expensive dress that left Kleinfeld's doors was custom made Pnina Tornai and cost the bride $80,000.


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Parkstein-Weiden (Duits: Gemeinschaftsamt Parkstein-Weiden) was een gebied in het noorden van de Opper-Palts rond de burcht Parkstein en de marktplaats Weiden. Tussen 1421 en 1714 werd het door twee verschillende landsheren als condominium bestuurd. In 1714 kwam het gebied volledig in handen van het vorstendom Palts-Sulzbach en kwam een einde aan het gedeelde bestuur.

Geschiedenis

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In 1421, tijdens de Beierse Oorlog (1420-1422), werd hertog Lodewijk VII van Beieren-Ingolstadt gedwongen om Floß, Lauf, Parkstein, Vohenstrauß, en Weiden af te staan aan markgraaf Frederik I van Brandenburg en paltsgraaf Johan van Neumarkt.

Frederik I van Brandenburg, die als vorst van Ansbach in de omgeving van de Opper-Palts regeerde, en Johan van Palts-Neumarkt kozen ervoor om hun nieuwe gebieden gezamenlijk te regeren. Op 30 oktober 1427 spraken beide vorsten af dat het gebied als condominium gezamenlijk bezit zou blijven. Omdat de opbrengsten uit het gebruik gelijk verdeeld zouden worden, werden de twee delen "Halbscheid" genoemd. Beide vorsten kregen het recht om hun deel onafhankelijk van elkaar te laten vererven, verkopen of te verpanden. De andere partij had wel het recht om bij een eventuele verkoop als eerste benaderd te worden. Alleen met toestemming van de andere partij mochten belastingen geheven worden. Wel mochten de twee vorsten hun eigen ambtenaren aanstellen als het niet lukte om tot een gezamenlijke keuze te komen. Alleen Vohenstrauß werd geen onderdeel van het condominium, maar kwam ongedeeld aan markgraaf Frederik I.

Wisselende landsheren
In 1438 sloot markgraaf Frederik I van Brandenburg een bondgenootschap met Lodewijk VIII van Beieren-Ingolstadt. Om het verbond te bezegelen zou Frederiks dochter Margaretha trouwen met hertog Lodewijk VIII, waarbij de keurvorst Vohenstrauß en zijn aandeel in Parkstein-Weiden als bruidsschat aan hertog Lodewijk VIII overdroeg. Na de dood van Lodewijk VIII in 1445 werd zijn aandeel geërfd door Hendrik XVI van Beieren-Landshut.

In 1448 stierf ook het Huis Palts-Neumarkt uit, de erfenis kwam aan Otto I van Palts-Mosbach. Otto I verpandde zijn aandeel in 1449 aan Beieren-Landshut, waarmee Parkstein-Weiden voor korte tijd onder een heerser verenigd werd. Later losten de paltsgraven het pand weer in.

In 1499 stierf het Huis Palts-Mosbach uit. Keurvorst Filips van de Palts erfde Palts-Mosbach en hun aandeel in Parkstein-Weiden. Zijn zoon Ruprecht trouwde met Elisabeth, de dochter van hertog George de Rijke van Beieren-Landshut. Tegen de aanspraken van de hertog van Beieren-München in, probeerden Ruprecht en Elisabeth zich na de dood van hertog George te laten erkennen als zijn opvolgers, waardoor de Landshuter Successieoorlog uitbrak. Elisabeth en Ruprecht overleden tijdens de oorlog en het grootse deel van Beieren-Landshut kwam aan de hertog van Beieren-München, die daarmee heel Beieren verenigde. Een klein deel van Beieren, inclusief Parkstein-Weiden, werd door koning Maximiliaan I aan de zoons van Elisabeth en Ruprecht geschonken als het nieuwe vorstendom Palts-Neuburg. Hoewel de keurvorst van de Palts zijn zoon had gesteund tijdens de oorlog, beef hij in het bezit van zijn deel van het condominium. Lauf werd in zijn geheel afgestaan aan de Rijksstad Neurenberg.

In 1569 werd Palts-Neuburg verdeeld tussen de zoons van hertog Wolfgang. Zijn vierde zoon Frederik kreeg Vohenstrauß en het aandeel in Parkstein en Weiden. Frederiks vorstendom, dat niet volledig zelfstandig was, werd naar de hoofdstad Palts-Vohenstrauß genoemd. Na Frederiks dood in 1597 viel zijn bezit weer aan Palts-Neuburg. In 1615 werd Palts-Neuburg opnieuw verdeeld. Het Neuburgse aandeel in Parkstein-Weiden werd een onderdeel van het vorstendom Palts-Sulzbach. Acht jaar later, in 1623, werd keurvorst Frederik V van de Palts vanwege zijn opstand tegen de keizer aan het begin van de Dertigjarige Oorlog in de rijksban gedaan. Hij verloor zijn gebieden in de Opper-Palts aan hertog Maximiliaan I van Beieren en zijn aandeel in Parkstein-Weiden aan Wolfgang Willem van Palts-Neuburg.

Einde van het condominium
Vanaf 1685 droeg de vorst van Palts-Neuburg zijn rechten in het condominium over aan Palts-Sulzbach. Bos- en mijnbouwrechten, de markt Freihung en het recht op de heffing van accijnzen in de markten Kaltenbrunn en Erbendorf kwamen aan Palts-Sulzbach. In 1714 verkocht Palts-Neuburg zijn deel van het condominium volledig aan Palts-Sulzbach, waarmee het gebied een gewoon amt binnen het vorstendom werd.

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Weiden in der Oberpfalz
Geschiedenis van Beieren

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So we've been up on the Pacific Beach in northwest Washington this past week for a family reunion. We met up here last year and had such a grand time that we made plans to meet here again this summer. It's been another great week and how can you beat temp's in the 50's all day long with the smell of salt spray to greet you every morning?
The 'highlight' story of the week had to be the late night attempt by some local hoodlums who thought they could easily get away with trying to steal the large outdoor stainless steel grill that belong to my brother-in-law. It happened late Thursday night when everyone had gone to bed, with the exception of Lisa, our firstborn, and my niece, Megan. Apparently, they heard some loud racket out back of the rental house we were staying in and thought it sounded like the grill being rolled out from the back yard. According to Lisa's version, which was hilarious to hear, she peeked out the door to see the grill was gone. She goes out further in her flip flops and pajama bottoms to see two teenage boys rolling this grill down a steep incline in the street out front.
I guess she scared them off, because they ditched the grill several blocks away and Lisa and Megan proceeded to wheel this thing back up the road to the house. No one else ever stirred with all the commotion and she never bothered to wake anyone to inform them of the late night escapade. But it sure did bring some laughs as she amazed us all with her story of the night before when we all awoke the next morning. We did file a report with the local police who did not seem overly concerned since nothing was 'officially taken'.
I snapped this picture of Lisa and Megan the next day as we were getting ready to take our big group shot. This is a woman who should not be messed with!


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CS:GO's Entrance Into The Chinese Market Could Dramatically Change The Game
Chris Hills
Valve's efforts to bring the world's biggest FPS eSport to China may prove to be a game changer.
Historically, CS:GO for all its growth and popularity over the years has been very much overshadowed by League of Legends and Dota 2 when it comes to Asian markets. One of the primary reasons for this is mainly accessibility; League and Dota are both free to play games whereas CS:GO costs money. For your average kid playing in a LAN café in China or South Korea, this can act as a decisive factor.
Another reason beyond pricing for CS:GO's low popularity in countries such as China, has been the lack of servers. Whilst some were located in the mainland, the size of the country meant that many players would experience latency issues. With the introduction of what is being dubbed "Chinese CS:GO" by the community, more servers will be rolled out across China and thus, help encourage more people to play the game.
Possibly the most notable aspect of the Chinese version of CS:GO and its differences with the other versions around the world, is the new anti-cheat policy. Unlike VAC where your account merely gets banned and you can just purchase another version of the game (a long standing criticism of VAC by the community), the Alibaba Alipay Credit System that will be used in its place dictates that each players must link their personal government issued ID number to their account, as well as a phone number and bank account, and the use of this will be mandatory to purchase the game.
The Alibaba system is very popular in China, and means that the cheating punishment will be far more harsh than those given to cheaters in the west, meaning that the only way a Chinese cheater will get around this system is through convoluted trickery. This is an area that will almost certainly help the growth of the game in this market. Cheating has long been a problem in CS:GO so any ways of preventing it would be welcomed by the player base.
Other things mentioned in Valve's presentation on Monday regarding "Chinese CS:GO" included the introduction of various leagues and the introduction of 128 tick servers, as well as the possible implementation of Source 2 in the near future. One point of contention amongst the trading community is the possible effect on skin prices, due to what happened when Dota 2 was introduced in China. As a result of Chinese laws, Valve will also have to publish drop rates for its cases, which could possibly change the case opening culture forever.
All of the announcements made on Monday suggest that the introduction of CS:GO to the 1.3 billion population of China will not only be successful, but may transform the professional scene forever, sending the growth and popularity through the roof.
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Includes : Explanation of the technique, background information and many practical exercises accompanied with several demonstration videos.
This book describes Zen drawing, a relatively unknown way of drawing that uses the drawing reflex to make a beautiful drawing. Anyone can learn how to draw.
This book was written for those who are interested in drawing without any effort and teaches people how they can awaken their inner artist, thus finding (back) their joy in drawing!
This eBook is based on the book 'The Miracle of Zen drawing' also by Michelle Dujardin which will be published as the 'Zen drawing Pack' by Rockpoint publishers in September 2014.
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Q: Does SNI really require TLSv1 (insecure)? From the Apache 2.4 docs:

The first (default) vhost for SSL name-based virtual hosts must include TLSv1 as a permitted protocol, otherwise Apache will not accept the SNI information from the client and it will be as if the client did not support SNI at all.

I want to have multiple TLS enabled sites on my server, each giving a different certificate. For security reasons, I only allow TLSv1.1 and TLSv1.2. Is there a secure way to turn on SNI?
A snippet from my config:
<VirtualHost *:80>
    ServerName www.example.com
    Redirect permanent / https://www.example.com/
</VirtualHost>

<VirtualHost *:443>
    ServerName www.example.com
    DocumentRoot /var/www/example.com
    SSLEngine on
    SSLProtocol all -SSLv2 -SSLv3 -TLSv1
    [other SSL options]
</VirtualHost>

<VirtualHost *:80>
    ServerName www.example.org
    Redirect permanent / https://www.example.org/
</VirtualHost>

<VirtualHost *:443>
    ServerName www.example.org
    DocumentRoot /var/www/example.org
    SSLEngine on
    SSLProtocol all -SSLv2 -SSLv3 -TLSv1
    [other SSL options]
</VirtualHost>

A: The wiki is contrasting TLSv1 from earlier protocols, not later protocols.  SNI works fine with TLSv1.1 and TLSv1.2.

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From Bone Spurs Trump to a Virginia Encore in Alabama
By Marcello Rollando on November 15, 2017 at 10:00 am
Tuesday 7 November 2017 lessons: hope vs. you can fool some of the people all of the time, but most Americans, having heard, last call for the American Dream, recognize the silver lining of Trump — inspiring persistent civics and voting for racial and Gender equality, equal economic opportunity and respect for all — no matter their sexual persuasion or political preference.
The United States is in a state of humanitarian emergency, taking a knee in the shadow of towers that threaten to crush our Democratic Republic. So American Exceptionalism needs to include reaching out to decent people with different points-of-view, in a way that emboldens them to protect fellow citizens from government collusion with Wall Street — and sexual assault.
Then the change we seek will appear like the return of a prodigal ideal, the very moment we replace domestic in-fighting — armed with weapons of massive closed minds dug into the limitations of self-inflicted blindness – with universal truth, with joint ventures resolving difficulties securing our daily bread and stabilizing our international example, as the glow that can truly light the world, embracing…
Harmonious gatherings that dissolve any denial of, a House Divided cannot stand
Support our troops by not insisting they serve at the pleasure of American Corporatism.
Honor for our Veterans by ending the war on women, and respecting LGBTQ Americans
A modernized mindset regarding how we treat females — with their personal security in school, athletic medical offices, Hollywood — and in workplaces like Capitol Hill, be a Firewall between them and groping spin
What works? The clarion call: Those who embrace every hue, every idea progressing all forward and upward and every culture, creed and courageous Good Samaritan act of courtesy, civility and kindness.
Let's open hearts and minds to exceptional, all-inclusive potential, by opening doors for females of all ages, especially Millennials and first time voters and candidates running for office — encouraging all to raise the anchor mooring any segment of our population to sinking America further into a do-over Civil War.
Let us eradicate the fake supremacy of Bannon projecting Moore sins on America, distorting faith with propaganda. Let's reach out to Middle and Southern America, Las Vegas and Texas with a fifty-state hope for We The People, relegating the NRA to its OK Corral past.
Let us turn the other cheek through peaceful assembly, transmitting our transition in passionate numbers, rising well above the hate of the new Alt-Right generation, Roy Moore's sexual perversion and Jeff Sessions' inability to recall.
During Basic Training, I was a squad leader responsible for a dozen men, mostly just out of high school, away from home for the first time, destined for Vietnam. Drill Sergeant tasked me with, when they come to you whining about home, give �em backbone. I shared a room with a squad-leader from Alabama, who, after pretending to be asleep while I tried to carry out my orders for a tearful member of our platoon, confessed, I had no idea, I've never met a black person before.
Maybe empathy is all in who you know.
Arguably the greatest lessons to be garnered from our history textbooks are, The Half Has Never Been Told, our national need to embrace Herstory and to deliver our deserving youth from the darkness of hypocritical zealots.
Alabama is no more replete with Roy Moore clones, than trumped thinking was defeated by a popular vote of at least three million more citizens — neither blind to America's greatness nor failing to enthusiastically answer the life-giving call to love thy neighbor as thyself.
Nonetheless, Virginians, came, saw and conquered Trumpisms like an Attorney General with no recollection, with a resounding victory for championing wives, daughters, sisters, mothers, even transgender girlfriends against the intimidation of the powerful, powerless against their desires, and the humiliation invading Short Eyes on our capacity for decency.
Call an Alabamian you know, to save the country we love!
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LGBT 136
Liberal Nation Rising 365
Republican 314
Sexism 91
Veterans 32
Jeff Sessions 3
Religious Hypocrisy 2
Roy Moore 4
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We need to seize the opportunity to make it right for the American people regardless of Trump's transactional motives–before he changes his mind.
What Matters to We the People Doesn't Matter to McConnell & Trump's GOP
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'It needs practice': Blac Chyna is working on a 'good relationship' with ex Rob Kardashian as they co-parent daughter Dream
After a turbulent few years, Blac Chyna wants to keep a good relationship with ex-fiance and baby daddy Rob Kardashian.
The former couple, who have two-year-old daughter Dream together, get along fine when it comes to raising their toddler, Chyna reveals in a new interview.
'I just feel like having a good relationship with the other parent and co-parenting is a healthy type of thing,' she told Entertainment Tonight. 'It's something that a lot of people need to practice.'
Blac Chyna has opened up about co-parenting with ex-fiancee Rob Kardashian and her hopes that they can work towards a good relationship
Following their split in early 2017 the duo went through an ugly custody battle with both sides accusing the other of abuse but agreed to joint custody in September 2017.
After some bumps along the way, including Rob asking to reduce child support payments to the business owner, Rob confirmed in February that the pair had ironed out their differences and were peacefully co-parenting.
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'Angela and I are both actively co-parenting and there are no pending or active custody cases,' he wrote.
Chyna followed up with a similar tweet, writing: 'Robert and I [sic] only concern is what's in the best interest of our daughter that we both equally love. Additionally, Robert is a wonderful father to our Dreamy!'
'I just feel like having a good relationship with the other parent and co-parenting is a healthy type of thing,' Chyna, 31, told Entertainment Tonight
Their baby: The former couple, who have two-year-old daughter Dream together, get along fine when it comes to raising their toddler, she revealed
Looking ahead to the future Chyna tells ET that she's looking forward to 'being more open and more verbal and connecting with the people'.
During a recent interview the Lashed by Blac Chyna owner denied pursuing Rob to get back at his sister Kylier Jenner for dating her ex-fiance Tyga.
She told Wendy Williams: 'It didn't happen that way — definitely didn't happen that way,' she said. 'After all that stuff, the turmoil and whatnot, Robert, he was hitting me up on Instagram all the time and I thought it was a setup. Like, they're trying to set me up to go with the brother — I'm not falling for that. So then New Year's, I was [hosting a party in] Little Rock, Arkansas, and I was like, "You know what? I'm out here by myself, let me just call this boy." Because he was on my mind.'
Following their split in early 2017 the duo went through an ugly custody battle with both sides accusing the other of abuse but agreed to joint custody in September 2017
During a recent interview the Lashed by Blac Chyna owner denied pursuing Rob to get back at his sister Kylier Jenner for dating her ex-fiance Tyga
Chyna says they talked on the phone for three or four hours and then decided to meet up in Los Angeles at Khloe Kardashian's house.
The former video vixen says she didn't feel sorry for the reclusive star, who has struggled with depression in recent years, but just wanted to be there for him and boost his confidence.
'It was just different. I can't explain it. I didn't feel sorry for him, I just wanted him to just see his worth,' she said.
Meanwhile, Chyna is looking forward to starring in a new reality show called The Real Blac Chyna on the Zeus network.
'It was just different. I can't explain it. I didn't feel sorry for him, I just wanted him to just see his worth,' Chyna said of meeting and falling for Rob, 32
Blac Chyna on Working Towards a 'Good Relationship' With Ex Rob Kardashian (Exclusive) | Entertainment Tonight
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Q: Default Power View for Power BI User I am trying to build a page where it returns table for the logged in user. And then you can use the filter to look at other users records .
User = USERPRINCIPALNAME()
I am having problems filtering the table for the logged in user . Without using row level security with data model changes like below . Is there a way for the Power BI table to return data just for the logged in user ? No SSAS involved.
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The data model is a FACT table linked to a USER dimension. In the User Dimension , there is an email address which is what the USERPRINCIPALNAME() resolves to.
I thought about a DAX summary table with summarise and may try that later . Then 2 buttons on the page , one to show current logged in user and the other button just gives you details about all other users data and work with all the filters on the page .
So basic want is
Logged In User : X
Table - Col 1 , 2 ,3 ....    ( Filtered for User x only by default )
Then I would like a way for the logged in user then to see others user data easily.

A: Unfortunately there is no way to use USERNAME() or USERPRINCIPALNAME() in DAX measures.
What you're left with is using row level security but that would mean it'll not be possible to show the data of other users.
The best alternative I can think of is to load the data twice. Then set Row Level Security on one table, display that one as "Your data", don't use RLS on the second table and display that as "Other people's data". Put them side by side for easy comparison.
I just wrote a blog post about a similar challenge on how to make sure you can still filter both tables: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/calculating-totals-row-level-security-using-powerbi-van-der-pasch


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Institute of Service Science, National Tsing Hua University
Does the institution have at least one sustainability committee?:
The charter or mission statement of the committee(s) or a brief description of each committee's purview and activities:
The university set up the Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) system. One of the university vice presidents serves as the CSO on university level to lead the CSOs representing the administrative offices and colleges. The list of CSOs is presented at https://sdgs.nthu.edu.tw/advocators
Members of each committee, including affiliations and role:
The information of all CSOs is presented at https://sdgs.nthu.edu.tw/advocators
Does the institution have at least one sustainability office that includes more than 1 full-time equivalent employee?:
A brief description of each sustainability office:
The university set up Regional Innovation Center (RIC) supervised by the university CSO to coordinate the campaigns, programs, and reporting works. The RIC plans the sustainability related promotion events which reach out to different colleges and administrations to present the status of the university sustainability and the progress of sustainability through administration, research, education, and international, national and regional engagement. Moreover, to further realize the regional innovation practice for sustainability, the RIC manages the applications, executions, and outcome communications of several social practice projects conducted by faculty across different disciplines to engage scholarship with regional sustainability issue discovery, study, and solution. By doing this, students could gain their academic capabilities through the process of learning by doing for sustainability.
Full-time equivalent of people employed in the sustainability office(s):
Does the institution have at least one sustainability officer?:
Name and title of each sustainability officer:
Professor Nyan-Hwa Tai, the Senior Vice President, NTHU
Does the institution have a mechanism for broad sustainability coordination for the entire institution?:
A brief description of the activities and substantive accomplishments of the institution-wide coordinating body or officer during the previous three years:
The CSOs hold the meeting bi-monthly to get updated the status of sustainability campaigns and programs in university, and plan the annual activities to promote sustainability.
The RIC coordinates the execution of sustainability programs, including
1. The sustainability week, which summarizes the progress of sustainability initiatives conducted by different units and holds events for sharing experiences.
2. The application and review of social practice projects sponsored by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Education, and other agencies. (https://sdgs.nthu.edu.tw/our-response/collections?execution=social_practice_project)
3. The collection and editing information from different units under different categories to publish the annual sustainable report and submit SDGs report to THE Impact ranking.
4. The organization of networks among faculty, students, governments, NGOs, companies, and communities to sustain the cooperation relationships for sustainability.
5. The creation and maintenance of the sustainability website for the university to facilitate the communications of the university within and outside the university (https://sdgs.nthu.edu.tw).
6. The publication of Field Cast, a bi-monthly magazine to communicate sustainability-related projects and good doing by various stakeholders in the region (https://fieldcast.wixsite.com/fieldcast).
Job title of the sustainability officer position:
University Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)/ Senior Vice President
Job description for the sustainability officer position:
Coordinate top administration in policy and resource allocation.
Job title of the sustainability officer position (2nd position):
Director for Regional Innovation Center
Job description for the sustainability officer position (2nd position):
Planning and coordination of social practice projects.
Job title of the sustainability officer position (3rd position):
Manager of Regional Innovation Center
Job description for the sustainability officer position (3rd position):
Organizing administrative resources to support programs and projects.
Website URL where information about the institution's sustainability coordination is available:
https://sdgs.nthu.edu.tw/advocators?tab=1
Regional Innovation Center: https://ric.site.nthu.edu.tw/


Solomonster delivers a PACKED show with thoughts on Chris Benoit, Michael Jackson, Fedor tapping out last night, Martha Hart's lawsuit against WWE, Paul Heyman being courted by TNA, Bryan Danielson a class act, Raw's anonymous GM and the Fatal 4-Way PPV from Nassau Coliseum!
On the one year anniversary of Michael Jackson's death, by popular demand, a classic Solomonster rant on media coverage surrounding his untimely demise. From 7/7/09.
Solomonster previews Fatal 4-Way before leaving for the show and talks about the NXT follow-up, HBK's thoughts on Daniel Bryan's release, Abyss turning heel, Ric Flair wrestling Jay Lethal, a rant on 3D glasses and who is the GREATEST WWE superstar of all time?
Solomonster raves about the NXT angle on Raw, then rants on the firing of Bryan Danielson, plus thoughts on the resurrection of Survivor Series, making title belts mean more and the Sound Off's new home on FACEBOOK!
Solomonster is back with thoughts on the supposed "youth movement" in WWE, Kane's promo on Smackdown, the NXT finale and a rant on names for season 2, a new Raw guest host and THE MAILBAG!


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 Maurice Gibb – ének, gitár, billentyűs hangszerek, basszusgitár
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Home > Love + Medicine > Nursing staff celebrates patient as honorary nurse
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Nursing staff celebrates patient as honorary nurse
Iris Abbott listened as her colleague called out numbers on a bag of platelets, verifying information before a patient's transfusion.
"Are you doing OK?" Allie Strom, RN, asked.
Iris nodded.
While it was her first time participating in the procedure—and her first day on the job—Iris didn't feel any butterflies as they hung the honey-colored liquid. After all, she already knew many of her co-workers well. She was familiar with Medical Oncology at Gundersen Health System, too.
As someone with cancer, Iris has spent significant amounts of time in the hospital. Throughout it all, the 18-year-old has dreamed of being on the other side of the bed.
"I've always wanted to be a nurse," Iris said.
Maybe a flight nurse, helping people through emergencies. Perhaps an international nurse, serving children in developing countries. For certain, caring for those in need.
In May, Iris was able to mark the goal complete, thanks to the perseverance of some Gundersen nurses, who couldn't imagine not welcoming Iris into their ranks for a day. As illuminated on a name badge, clipped to a white jacket embroidered with Gundersen's logo, Iris spent the afternoon rounding as an honorary nurse.
"At first, I was like I can't believe I'm doing this," Iris said, reviewing orders alongside Allie. "Then, I realized I'm caring for people, and that's what matters."
Iris' interest in nursing was piqued at age 7 while dealing with Crohn's disease. After being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, her desire to join the profession grew.
"I've always seen a lot of my own nurses as friends," Iris said. "Besides, I really love people, and I love to get to know them. I get to do that today."
First up was the patient in need of platelets. After helping start the transfusion, Iris and Allie sat down at a computer to review lab results of other people in their care.
"She's so eager to learn," Allie said, turning toward Iris. "I feel lucky and special that you chose to spend the day with me."
After several hours on the job, what stuck out most to Iris wasn't the fast-paced environment required of nursing. Or the exorbitant amounts of information. Or the mandatory attention to detail.
It was something innate:
"Nursing is about treating people with kindness and wanting them to know they're being cared for," Iris said. "It's about making people feel comfortable and letting them know they can trust you."
Every day, throughout the many locations that make up Gundersen Health System, staff deliver world-class care plus a little something extra – we call it Love + Medicine. If this story inspires you to share a story of your own go to gundersenhealth.org/submityourstory.
Gundersen News
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Dr. Matthew joins Gundersen St. Joseph's Hospital and Clinics October 16, 2019
Addressing adverse childhood experiences September 30, 2019
Gundersen La Crescent Clinic welcomes new family physician September 23, 2019


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The Ghostwood Treaty [The Night Before] Posted by Dungeon Master.
Greyband takes the man's hand. "We've searched the perimeter and a few of the other quarters. Nothing of consequence yet, happily."
He nods to Zog and Groboden, who start doing their thing.
The mercenaries keep an eye on Zog and Groboden as they search the tower chamber. They exchange impressed looks when they notice Groboden's eyes are glowing blue. He can see that Pariah wears a magical ring on one hand. He can also detect the presence of a small, magical item inside a pack that hangs from the chair Pariah was sitting in. Both rings have an abjuration enchantment on them. Other than those two objects, there's nothing magical in the room.
After a careful sweep, Zog can confirm there's no passage or other troubling signs in the room. One of the mercenaries grunts when he gets a good look at Zog as he goes by, but he refrains from comment.
While they are searching, Pariah tells some of the the most vitriolic Nothrog jokes you have ever heard, drawing laughter from his men. He ends with, "I cannot believe Caolwader and Moss let those savages in here. Nassiral Hate's legions have no place at any kind of diplomatic gathering. Have you checked them out, yet?"
I forgot that detect magic was a level one spell instead of a cantrip. I'm assuming he cast it once for the perimeter of the keep, and a second time for the Nothrog tower. Since it lasts 10 minutes, he can use the first 5 to search the Nothrog's quarters, and the last 5 to search the Dark Horsemen's quarters. Fair?
As for the name dropping, Caolwader is the Andoveran ambassador, Moss is the actual Commander of Ghostwood Keep. Both of these men are staying in the central keep. You all recognize the name Nassiral Hate. He is a Nothrog political and and religious leader who has united many of the legions and tribes under his rule (though not all of them). Greyband and Groboden would know that he conquered the eastern human city of Baraxton shortly after the Elves began their war on the humans. So far, he has been content to hold and rule that city, but many expect him to make another power grab soon.
Greyband's eyebrow shoots up. "The Inner Keep is on the list, absolutely. I'm happy to say, though, that you're safe for now here, it seems. Thank you for letting us look. Until later." He nods respectfully and leads the others out.
He then heads for the Central Keep so the party can do a little circuit around there, and then head to the Thorns.
The Central Keep is a heavy, square building that squats in the middle of Ghostwood's walls. It's full night by now, and most of the windows are dark, but a few flickering lights indicate that the final work on the peace agreement will continue all night long. The main door to the keep is heavily guarded by Elves and Andoveran troops. The ambassadors must have hand-picked troops who could work with their enemy, for not so much as a suspicious look is exchanged between the enemies at this door. They all look forward, intent on keeping out anyone who does not belong. High above, for the first time in the history of Ghostwood, Elven flags and Andoveran flags fly jointly from the top of the main building.
Five Elves and five Andoverans guard the main (south) door; three from each force guard the rear (north) door. Each set of guards questions you sharply as you pass by them during your search. A runner is sent and returns quickly to confirm your story that Acting Commander Stalling has given you this task.
It's that same here as everywhere else. Your detailed search around the Central Keep turns up nothing amiss. Full dark has fallen and the keep's courtyard is mostly deserted, excepting an old man watching the communal stew pot, the guards standing quietly at every door, and the occasional individuals crossing the courtyard as they finish up they their own business, just as you are finishing yours.
Do you have anything else you'd like to do here at the Central Keep? Which of the Thorns are you going to first?
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You finish your inspection at the Thorns; two 100 ft. towers, narrowing to thin spires. They stand 40 feet apart. Small windows near the top of each look upon only the surrounding territory, but the view would extend for miles. The tower doors face each other. Two Andoveran guards in front of the west tower door weather the glares of the two Deverenians guarding the east tower.
This message was last edited by the GM at 16:47, Mon 09 Nov 2015.
Inside the West Thorn, ten sullen Andoveran guards and diplomats, sitting or lying on the floor of the tower, are listening to an angry man rant. All the furniture in the room has been pushed to one side.
"Caolwader owes us more respect than this! The Elves sacked Andover, and as punishment they are treated like royalty while we are crammed into this tower! If Andover does not appreciate its allies, it will soon find itself without them!"
"Good evening. What brings you here?" he asks in a much more reasonable tone.
Greyband bows politely. "I have been sent by Commander Janse. There is some rumor that...certain elements among some foreign delegations may be opening secret tunnels or ways into this tower. I am here to find out if that is true and do a sweep of the building. My other companion here will also scan for magic, such as traps left for you or the like. May we proceed?"
He gestures with his hands expansively. "Of course, proceed, proceed. I'm glad to hear someone is taking our enemies seriously. It wouldn't surprise me at all to find that the Elves were preparing for some sort of treachery. In fact, I'll help you search." He goes about prodding his people up, sometimes with his boot. He tells them to pick up their packs and bedrolls, as well, so that you have access to every bit of floor.
After his people have cleared the way, he continues to talk while you search. "You sound like you're from Andover, am I right? I'm Son of the Clouds, ambassador from Llyr, for the good it will do us."
He nods appreciatively at Groboden's magic ritual, then Zog catches his eye. "What happened to you, boy? Did you lose a fight with a terrible beast, or get cursed?" he asks Zog as if they were old friends.
Groboden begins to chant his spell as Zog begins his search.
Greyband's heart sunk at the secret revealed by his accent, but his face was the mask of politeness. "Yes; you have a good ear. I fought for years for one of the noble families. In recent years I have traveled with my companions, here, so I do not get to visit home as much."
Zog looks horrified at this mention but a reassuring glance from Greyband steeled him. "Nothing heroic or big. Just born like this." He shrugs. "The divine powers wanted to keep me humble, I guess." He semi-consciously pulls his hood more firmly into place.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:19, Tue 27 Oct 2015.
He shakes his head sorrowfully at Zog's words. "Well, they've plenty of that to hand out, for sure," Son of the Clouds offers apologetically.
He directs his attention back to Greyband. "Not many nobles left these days. Other folk don't have homes to visit anymore. I recommend you take yourself home soon, before the Elves find it and you lose your chance."
A man who has stayed quietly at Son's elbow this whole clears his throat and speaks up, "The treaty tonight should save many from that fate, Ambassador."
"Oh, it might. Gods know we want peace. But a treaty with Andover does little for the other nations. Sometimes, I fear the whole world is descending into chaos. Llyr is but a poor cousin to Andover. Will we receive help when we need it?" His expression is worried.
Zog smiles and nods. "Aye. Though they haven't left me so bad off, though. Greyband is the real deal. A real hero."
Greyband keeps his poker face up at the "advice" he gets from the Son. At this last, he smiles. "To our last breaths, we will fight with our neighbors. Of that I am reasonably certain."
Finding little of interest Greyband bows. "I will return with food and some good drink later, in thanks for your help. If you will excuse us."
And then the party heads for the most tense spot yet. The party avoids actually entering the Elf encampment; the talk of the war and the elves opened a wound in Greyband's heart that left him in no place to speak with the elves tonight. They search the outside before heading back for the night and head for the other Thorn where the Deveronians stay.
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The two Deverenian guards watch you with hooded, arrogant eyes. They stand between you and the door, their finely made armor glinting in the moonlight. When you stop before them, the one on the left evaluates what you're wearing and curls his lip. The other one addresses you in a distant, formal voice.
"For what purpose do you seek an audience with our Knight-Marshall?"
Make a CHA (Persuasion) if you want to get past these guards and into the tower. DC 12. Greyband gets advantage because of his Noble background.
Greyband is a bit caught off-guard by the guards' reaction, but he matches their tone and posture.
"I am known as Greyband. I would speak with the noble Knight-Marshal on the authority of your host, the Commander, on a matter of aid to your noble contingent." He speaks with a tone of authority tinged with the appropriate respect given to someone deserving it.
20:24, Today: Greyband rolled 13 using 2d20+5, dropping the lowest dice only with rolls of 4,8. Persuasion.
The guard nods curtly and opens the door to announce your purpose.
"The Commander of Ghostwood has sent this man, Greyband, on a matter to aid our noble contingent." He then steps aside to allow your group to pass through.
Inside, ten Deverenian soldiers sit quietly and stiffly around the base room of this tower. They do not speak, and barely glance your way when you enter. They give the impression that they are conserving energy for later. The room is furnished with a small square table, three chairs, and four cots. The man sitting at the table rises when you enter.
"Thank you. You may go," he tells the guard who let you in. Once the door has closed behind you, he introduces himself.
"I am Knight-Marshall Pym Dashin of Order Rellion. I lead this contingent. What aid does your commander offer to us?"
Greyband bows politely and says in a serious tone, 'We have heard intelligence that there may be some insecurity in the tower here--secret passages or possible magic. I have two men skilled in finding such--may we do a sweep of the tower to find such or eliminate the possibility?"
He takes note of the place discreetly--decorations and the like.
He considers your request, looking over you and your companions with a keen eye for flaws. After a lengthy pause, he acquiesces to your request and assigns a soldier to tail both Zog and Groboden as they make their search.
There is no magic in the tower, and neither of them find any sign of a secret passage. Zog does notice that each of the soldiers, along with their knight-marshall, are wearing finely-made, full coin purses.
While they search, he seats himself behind the table, and offers a chair to Greyband, having determined him to be the only worth any notice. The room is bare of decorations, except for the shields of the soldiers that are lined up neatly against one wall. Each of them is emblazoned with heraldry of the Storm; a stout, red tower inside a black, spiked circle on a field of midnight blue. A jagged, yellow-white lightning bolt strikes through the center of tower.
"I am surprised to see any interest taken in us. We are not part of the treaty with the Elves; only here to observe." He flicks an unseen speck from the corner of his desk. "We are not interested in forging peace agreements. Deverenians do not ask for peace. We listen to our enemies beg for it." His voice remains polite, but his expression betrays his judgement of Andover for their poor choice.
Greyband sits. "I respect your words, but your presence means far more to my countrymen. You honor us by joining us, and we would preserve the honor of your stay here with security and hospitality. As you do not require much from the hosts, our small service is a token of that hospitality."
The man almost smiles at Greyband's well-spoken reply. "That is very gracious of you." The Knight-Marshall pauses to take your measure again, then comes to some internal conclusion.
Sitting forward, he says, "I would be most honored if you would aid me in a matter of some concern. Your Lord Commander has someone of interest to me in his prison. An Elf spy named Cynarre who had helped foil my Order's attempt to gain a foothold in Tyraniel." Another pause as he brushes something minuscule off the edge of the table.
"If I can return with him, or with proof of his death, my standing in Order Rellion would be enhanced. Unfortunately, the full hospitality of Ghostwood has not been extended to me, and I cannot accomplish my task from within this tower. I can reward anyone who aids me. Would you be willing to lend me your further aid in this endeavor?" he asks calmly, giving the impression that he is doing Greyband a favor in making this request.
Greyband smiles. "If I can win your noble friendship without ruining my friendship with the Commander, I would be happy to aid you in this matter. In either case, I will give you notice whether I can aid or not in short order."
Knight-Marshall Dashin nods in acknowledgement of your response. His eyes glint with interest in how you will navigate the fine line of loyalties he's asked you to walk. "Of course. I will be here, when you have your answer."
He has nothing else to say as Zog and Groboden finish up their search. One of his soldiers politely escorts you out of the tower when you are done.
Greyband waves to the others. "Come, friends. Let's find the commander."
And they bunk down for the night.
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Pariah meets you at the gatehouse, according to the deal you struck with him. After he's reassured that Janse really did invite you to the keep and trusts you, makes his own brief report so that he can return to his own duties.
Janse takes your report seriously, thanking Greyband for clearing that worry. After that, he assigns your group to the morning patrol watch and encourages you to get some rest here at the gatehouse tonight.


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Posted on December 5, 2020 by Amanda Cunningham
I love Victorian-era books and this one did not disappoint. Grand Christmas parties, walking in the snow to gather decorations that then fill a large Hall, carol singing around a piano: it's an old-time Christmas that one can only dream of these days.
Enter Richard Brockwell. He's selfish, spoiled, and living off his mother's money – which is about to dry up if he doesn't return to the family home in the country for Christmas. When his childhood friend, Arabella, shows up to spend the holidays, Richard must decide if he's going to give up being arrogant and learn to be nice in order to win her heart, or bide his time until he returns to the city, continuing to live off his mother's money.
Arabella is the sweet, child-hood friend that never liked Richard. He drove her crazy then and he drives her crazy now! She can't believe that he hasn't changed a bit (or grown up) since she last saw him. She spends the Christmas season doing everything she can to stay away from him, especially since her mother wants her to marry him. Her sister can take the prize this season!
I also hated the arrogant ones growing up. Guys who think they're a special gift to earth, lol. But something I always found, if I took the time to get to know them, is that the selfishness was usually only skin deep (there were those it was deeply embedded in, but most not so much). And the right person could make them turn outside themselves. I love how Julie Klassen shares this thought in her story.
This is a sweet Christmas book, perfect for some quiet time during this restless season. I enjoy the author's writing and this book was just as good as some other's I've read. If you're looking for that something to add to your Christmas festivities, check out An Ivy Hill Christmas! Don't forget to scroll to the end for a giveaway!
Book: An Ivy Hill Christmas
Author: Julie Klassen
Genre: Christmas Historical Romance
Release Date: September, 2020
Richard Brockwell, the younger son of Ivy Hill's most prominent family, hasn't been home for Christmas in years. He prefers to live in the London townhouse, far away from Brockwell Court, the old family secret that haunts him, and the shadows of his past mistakes. But then his mother threatens to stop funding his carefree life–unless he comes home for Christmas. Out of options, he sets out for Ivy Hill, planning to be back on a coach bound for London and his unencumbered bachelor life as soon as the festivities are over.
But Christmas in the country presents many surprises, including encounters with an orphaned apprentice, the first love he disappointed years ago, and Arabella Awdry, a young lady who is far more appealing than he recalled–and determined to have nothing to do with him.
Will Christmastime in Ivy Hill, with its village charm, kissing boughs, and joyous songs, change his heart . . . and hers as well?
Julie Klassen loves all things Jane–Jane Eyre and Jane Austen. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Julie worked in publishing for 16 years and now writes full-time. Her novels have sold over 1 million copies, and three of her books, The Silent Governess, The Girl in the Gatehouse, and The Maid of Fairbourne Hall, have won the Christy Award for Historical Romance. The Secret of Pembrooke Park was honored with the Minnesota Book Award for Genre Fiction. Julie has also won the Midwest Book Award and a Christian Retailing's Best Award, and has been a finalist in the Romance Writers of America's RITA Awards and ACFW's Carol Awards. Julie and her husband have two sons and live in a suburb of St. Paul, Minnesota.
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My fascination with England began as a girl when I read The Secret Garden and Jane Eyre, and watched A Christmas Carol. I have now been to Great Britain several times, and my affection for the place has only grown. I love the country villages with their stone buildings and thatched roofs, the narrow, winding roads (though not driving on them), the ancient churches, friendly people, plummy accents, and history. Writing fifteen novels set there has been a real pleasure.
An Ivy Hill Christmas includes all the elements of an idyllic Olde English yuletide: A charming village setting, snowfall, mistletoe, caroling, gifts for less fortunate neighbors, and festive gatherings of friends and family. I thoroughly enjoyed researching 19th century Christmas traditions and weaving them into this novella.
In the story, a confirmed bachelor is determined to remain aloof from the celebrations going on around him—and from his mother's matchmaking schemes. But divine hope, friendship, and unexpected romance change his heart…and his mind. I love a transformation story; don't you?
If you've read the TALES FROM IVY HILL series, you will enjoy returning to the village and spending time with favorite characters. But rest assured, the novella is a standalone, meaning you can enjoy it whether or not you've read the other books, as these reviews attest:
"[A] standalone novella that not only beautifully captures the kindness, hope, love, and faith of Christmas but also skillfully evokes the period holiday atmosphere of Regency England." —Booklist
"This feel-good tale of love and redemption will delight Klassen's fans and new readers alike." —Publishers Weekly
And if you like the novella, I think you will like the other books as well. An Ivy Hill Christmas would also make a lovely gift for a reading friend.
Finally, if you want to add a British flair to your own modern-day celebrations, buy (or make) mince tarts or Christmas pudding, place Christmas "crackers" (pull-apart gift tubes) on your table and wear the included paper crowns. Refer to Father Christmas instead of Santa; and instead of "Merry," wish everyone a hearty, "Happy Christmas."
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To celebrate her tour, Julie is giving away the grand prize package of a copy of An Ivy Hill Christmas and the other three books in the Ivy Hill series, plus the winner's choice of Bingley's Tea!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.
https://promosimple.com/ps/103f5/an-ivy-hill-christmas-celebration-tour-giveaway
Amanda Cunningham
Amanda worked as a full-time school teacher for two years before getting married and having three wonderful kids.She blogs about faith, family, food, and fun.While crafting takes up a lot of her extra time, Amanda also strives to help others through ministry in her church and in the community.Amanda, also known as Mae, works as the church music director and homeschools two of her three children
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1 thought on "A New Take on Scrooge"
Caryl Kane on December 6, 2020 at 7:06 pm said:
Wonderful review! Julie Klassen is one of my MUST read authors. Thank you for sharing.
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