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Q: How to assign default value when array has no value to compare in angularjs Hello I am new in angularjs I have following code,
HTML
//here i have one more ng-repeat so comparing with this home.home_info_id to avgrating avg.home_inof_id

here i am getting data as
hallrating=[
{"home_info_id":"94","avg":"3.33333333333333"},
{"home_info_id":"119","avg":"4"},
{"home_info_id":"95","avg":"4.5"}
]

So it works perfect for 3 homes but the problem is I have four homes,and the fourth home is not yet rated so I need to show data-score='0' for that home.
I tried as follow

not worked for me i also tried

A: You can create a method.
$scope.showScore = function(score) {
    if (angular.isDefined(score)) {
        return score;
    } else {
        return 0;
    }
}

And then in html

EDIT: Missed the () around avg.avg.

A:

And then in your controller
$scope.getScore = function (homeInfoId) {
  var score = 0;

  homerating.forEach(function (rating) {
    if (rating.home_info_id === homeInfoId) {
      score = rating.avg;
    }
  }

  return score;
};

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Apple HomePod Faces Tough Odds Against Amazon Echo in Connected Home Market
BYBarb Darrow
September 20, 2017, 11:00 AM UTC
Four months before its anticipated launch, some experts have already discounted Apple HomePod's prospects for success.
HomePod, due in December, is Apple's belated entry into the connected speaker market and a challenger to Amazon's leader in the space, the Echo. These devices, which understand human commands, can be used to order food, play music, and look up information on Wikipedia.
Connected speakers are part of a broader white-hot market for connected home devices, which Amazon, and Google hope to control against rival devices planned by number of others like Apple and Microsoft. All of these companies want consumers to use their respective technology to control connected gadgets, from smart lights and thermostats to audio-video gear.
Amazon (AMZN) Echo has been broadly available for three years, while Google Home became broadly available last year. The big question is whether Amazon has locked up so much of the market that it's now too late for Apple to gain a significant foothold.
Consumer Intelligence Research Partners, a Chicago-based research firm, seems to think that Amazon's early dominance hampers Apple's chances. CIRP estimates that Amazon has sold 15 million Echos, accounting for 75% of the U.S. market, while Google has sold an estimated 5 million Homes, or 24%.
Neither Amazon nor Google discloses sales numbers.
Most households will need just one "operating system," and currently, Amazon Alexa—the voice assistant behind the Echo— is it, according to CIRP. Others are also skeptical about Apple's chances with HomePod and its Siri voice assistant. A survey of 2,200 consumers just after Apple's HomePod announcement in June, found that 55% of those surveyed had no interest in buying the device.
Related: Samsung is Working an Amazon Echo Rival
But some analysts and tech watchers say it's too soon to count HomePod out. For one thing, a three-year-old market is still very young. While sales of 15 million Amazon Echo units is a big number, as of last year there were about 125 million U.S. households. Second, Apple has long been able to depend on hardcore fans to buy its premium-priced products.
Don Reisinger, who covers devices for Fortune, said it's difficult to gauge what HomePod will end up being able to do based merely on the quick peek Apple gave in June. Apple is notoriously tight-lipped about product features. The company also has a strong developer ecosystem that can do a lot to enhance the HomePod experience.
Integrating HomePod with Apple TV, which streams video over the web to a TV or other screen, could be a win. That would enable Apple TV users to control their viewing with voice commands instead of the remote, which some find annoying. And, there are many households where Apple is the preferred brand of laptop, tablet, and smartphone. Those consumers could be an easy sale for HomePod.
While Gartner (IT) analyst Werner Goertz agrees that Amazon Echo's market share will make it harder for newer rivals to enter the arena, he agrees that there's a base of Apple fans who will buy the device. Historically, Apple aficionados are eager to pay a premium for whatever the company builds, and HomePod will command a premium price of $349—nearly double the cost of Amazon Echo or Google Home.
But there are unknowns here too. It's difficult to see how Apple can convert non-fanboys to HomePod. Many will likely consider Amazon Echo to be good enough. Apple also has to make absolutely sure that Siri, which has been included in Apple iPhones for years, performs well in a home setting.
Related: Amazon Echo Exec Exits
The HomePod speaker will be heavier than Echo or Google Home, and Kevin Tofel, a gadget enthusiast and blogger, said that means it will offer much better sound. "I'm basing that simply off of physics: The heavier the magnets (and amps) in a speaker, the richer and more powerful the sound" Tofel he told Fortune via email. Tofel co-hosted a podcast on this topic recently.
At its Worldwide Developers Conference in June, Apple did emphasize the HomePod's sound quality as a selling point.
The possibly bad news for HomePod is that an array of consumer electronics companies including Panasonic, JBL, and Onkyo, plan higher end speakers that will work with Alexa and Google Home. Those products may make Alexa or Google Home more palatable to the audiophiles among us and thus become more direct competitors to HomePod.

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Snapchat's Q4 Shows Unexpected Revenue Jump & Users Growth
Fizza AtiqueLast Updated: Feb 7, 2018
Tough snapchat was loved by many youngsters due to its exciting filters but Investors always refrained to invest in the photo sharing app may be because their target audience were not young people. However Snapchat latest earnings have revealed that the app is now used by many people. Snapchat's Q4 Shows Unexpected Revenue Jump & Users Growth.
Now investors are relieved to know about Snap's latest earnings report. The Snapchat maker not only beat analysts' revenue expectations for Q4 of 2017, but also posted the biggest net user addition in over a year.
Snapchat's stock went up close to 27% in after hours trading immediately following the report. It settled at gains of around 22%.
Snachat CEO, Evan speigel said:
"Our business really came together towards the end of last year and I am very proud of our team for working hard to deliver these results. "We ended 2017 confident that we can grow our Snapchat community and monetize our products more efficiently than ever before."
Snapchat generated $285.69 million evenue during the quarter ending December 31 as compared to $165.68 million during the same quarter last year. Net losses came in at $349.98 million, compared to net losses of $169.95 million during Q4 of 2016. This translated to a net loss of $0.28 per share.
This news has come as a surprise for many as no one was expecting Snapchat to score so high. Snap added a perk to this good news by revealing that it has witnessed addition of 8.9 million daily active users in Q4. This is the highest net addition since Q3 of 2016.
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Health care giant pays Iowa $44M to settle fraud claims with Iowa
BY: Marty Schladen - December 20, 2022
The nation's largest Medicaid managed-care company last week agreed to pay Iowa $44.4 million to settle claims that it defrauded the state's Medicaid system. That makes it the latest state to settle claims that were originally raised in Ohio in 2021. St. Louis-based Centene agreed to pay the money over claims that its subsidiary, Iowa […]
Another state settles Medicaid fraud allegations with Centene
Oregon on Tuesday became the latest state to settle fraud claims with a Medicaid managed-care giant. Litigation in such matters began in Ohio in 2021. St. Louis-based Centene, the largest Medicaid managed-care provider in the United States, agreed to pay Oregon $17 million, according to a statement from the state's attorney general and its insurance […]
Tax-funded care provider in Ohio makes political donations — in Nevada
BY: Marty Schladen - November 7, 2022
Medicaid managed-care provider Centene has already gotten in trouble in Ohio. Then on Friday came the news that its tax-funded Ohio subsidiary has been making political contributions 2,200 miles away in Nevada. Kaiser Health News reported that Centene's Buckeye Health Plan and many other of its state-level Medicaid subsidiaries have each made $10,000 donations to […]
Pharmacy middleman agrees to pay Ohio Workers' Comp $15M, attorney general says
BY: Marty Schladen - October 27, 2022
OptumRx, a huge pharmacy middleman, has agreed to pay the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation $15 million to settle claims that it overbilled the system between 2015 and 2018, Attorney General Dave Yost announced Tuesday.
Centene agrees to pay Massachusetts $14 million over Medicaid prescription claims
BY: Andy Miller, Kaiser Health News and Samantha Young, Kaiser Health News - October 3, 2022
Massachusetts has become the latest state to settle with health insurance giant Centene Corp. over allegations that it overbilled the state's Medicaid program for pharmacy services. St. Louis-based Centene, the nation's largest Medicaid managed-care insurer, will pay $14.2 million, according to Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey. Before the Massachusetts agreement, Centene had settled with Ohio, […]
Centene settles with Texas over conduct first detected in Ohio
BY: Marty Schladen - September 23, 2022
Centene settles with Texas over conduct first detected in Ohio.
11th state settles with Medicaid contractor over conduct first uncovered in Ohio
BY: Marty Schladen - August 29, 2022
Centene, the largest Medicaid contractor in the United States, has settled with an 11th state over conduct that was initially detected in Ohio. On Aug. 24, a deal was announced between Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson and St. Louis-based Centene to settle claims that Centene's pharmacy benefit manager had overbilled the state's Medicaid system, Reuters […]
Feds to probe drug rebates
BY: Marty Schladen - June 20, 2022
The Federal Trade Commission last week announced what some observers believe could be a game-changer when it comes to the rising cost of prescription drugs. The agency — which is meant to protect fair competition — said it would look into the murky practice by which drugmakers grant rebates and other fees to insurer-owned pharmacy […]
Big Ohio care provider accused of putting profit over patients — in the UK
Health care giant Centene — which was accused of fraud in Ohio — is now in hot water in the United Kingdom. The BBC program "Panorama" this week published a documentary film and a news story saying that a Centene subsidiary there appeared to be skimping on costs and compromising care. For its part, Centene's […]
After years, pharmacy-middleman suit might finally come to trial
BY: Marty Schladen - May 16, 2022
Since at least 2016, Ohio pharmacists have been accusing large companies acting as pharmacy middlemen of abusive practices, which they deny. And since 2019, the state has been accusing them as well, in the form of lawsuits. Now, after years of wrangling in court, some of that litigation might be headed to trial. The middlemen, […]
Government watchdog: Health care giants improperly denied Medicare benefits
BY: Marty Schladen - May 6, 2022
The health care companies offering Medicare Advantage plans improperly denied services and payments at what might seem an alarming rate during a one-week test period in 2019, according to a government report released last week. The companies — many of which are also major players in the Ohio Medicaid system — improperly denied payment 18% […]
Ohio Medicaid won't say if it considered federal oversight reports in massive procurement
BY: Marty Schladen - March 22, 2022
The Ohio Department of Medicaid not only is refusing to release key oversight reports from its contractors, it's refusing to say whether it even considered them last year as it undertook the largest public procurement in Ohio history. As a consequence of that procurement, the company with the highest score on the federally required oversight […]


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Polyunsaturated fatty acids in neutral lipids and phospholipids of some freshwater insects
Ghioni C, Bell JG & Sargent JR (1996) Polyunsaturated fatty acids in neutral lipids and phospholipids of some freshwater insects. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology - Part B: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology , 114 (2), pp. 161-170. https://doi.org/10.1016/0305-0491%2896%2900019-3
The fatty acid compositions of total neutral lipids and total polar lipids from eight species of freshwater insects were determined: stonefly nymphs (Plecoptera), beetle larvae (Coleoptera), Chironomidae (Diptera), water boatmen (Corixidae and Notonecta; Heteroptera) and mayfly nymphs (Ecdyonurus venosus, Caenis, Ephemerella; Ephemeroptera). In addition, the compositions of individual phosphoglycerides were determined for four of the species (Plecoptera, Corixidae, Ecdyonurus venosus and Emphemerella). Saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids together represented up to 85% of the fatty acids of total neutral lipids with 16:0 (18-31%) being the most abundant saturated fatty acid and 16:1n-7 (10-28%), 18:1n-9 (6-12%) and 18:1n-7 (3-12%) the most abundant monounsaturates. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) accounted for between 16% and 33% of the total fatty acids of neutral lipids, with 20:5n-3 (4-12%), 18:3n-3 (3-30%) and 18:2n-6 (1-8%) all being major components. Arachidonic acid, 20:4n-6 (0.4-1.0%) and 22:6n-3 were, respectivety, minor and insignificant components of total neutral lipids. PUFA were major fatty acids (34-56% of the total) in total polar lipids and in phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylserine and phosphatidylinositol. The major PUFA present were 20:5n-3 (14-27%) and 18:3n-3 (6-23%). The most abundant n-6 PUFA, especially in phosphoglycerides from Corixidae, was 18:2n-6 (3-11%). Arachidonic acid, 20:4n-6, was present in all phosphoglycerides accounting for 1-4% of the total fatty acids, except in the phosphatidylinositol of Corixidae where it accounted for 12% of the total. 22:6(n-3) was not present in significant amounts in any phosphoglyceride in any species. 18:1n-9 (8-20%) and 18:1n-7 (2-14%) were the most abundant monounsaturated fatty acids, especially in phosphatidylethanolamine. 16:0 was abundant in phosphatidylcholine (11-21%), and 18:0 (17-23%) was abundant in phosphatidylserine. The results are discussed in relation to the functions and origins of PUFA in freshwater insects.
Freshwater; insects; lipids; phospholipids; polyunsaturated fatty acids
Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology - Part B: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: Volume 114, Issue 2


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Thanks to the organiser John O'Brien, all BJW Members who helped, and all the riders who entered and contributed to a successful TT on the hilly Wool Circuit.
57 riders entered the TT. Judging by the smiles in the clubhouse afterwards the challenge was mostly enjoyed. This event has had quite a few years off before being revived last year by John and appears to be growing in popularity.
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Macedonia: Unethical Journalism – copy-paste of unconfirmed information
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on 7 - 05 - 2013 Author: Жарко Трајаноски
Овој напис го има и на: Macedonian, Albanian
By Žarko Trajanovski, MA in human rights
"A journalist should: Test the accuracy of information from all sources and exercise care to avoid inadvertent error".
(Code of ethics for journalists)
On Labour Day, several journalists couldn't bother to check the veracity of information they published. As if they forgot that "testing the information and their veracity are moral imperatives of journalism" (Manual on Journalistic ethics).
On May 1, the following headline was published "Freedom House – Macedonia Drops 22 Places in Media Freedom Rankings", claiming that "media freedom in Macedonia dropped 22 places in the ranking of the latest report released by Freedom House earlier today". The article has been taken offline and is no longer available on the website of Radio Free Europe, and the link, which left a trace on the aggregator time.mk leads to another story.
So, what was the mistake? Macedonia did drop 22 places in the ranking provided by the report of Reporters Without Borders (PRESS FREEDOM INDEX 2013), and not in the rankings of Freedom House (Freedom of the Press 2013).
It is not the end of the world if a journalist makes a mistake. It is tragic, however, if the same mistake is replicated in many other headlines in other media ("Macedonia Drops 22 Places in Media Freedoms Rankings", "Freedom of media in Macedonia Drops 22 Places", "Press Freedoms in Macedonia Drop 22 Places in Rankings", "VIDEO: Macedonia Drops 22 Places, Shares Rankings with Tanzania", "Disaster: Macedonia drops 22 Places in Press Freedom Rankings"). Publication of information which were not confirmed and verified reduces the readers' trust in the media, rightfully asking the question: Do journalists read the reports they report on at all?
It is Virtuous to Admit when a Mistake was Made
"It is a sign of virtue to admit the mistake made; to cover it up is incompatible with professional dignity". (Manual on journalistic ethics)
According to the "Manual on journalistic ethics," "All mistakes have to be confirmed and corrected," and "It is recommended that the journalist or his/her media outlet to offer an apology for the mistake". Radio Free Europe corrected its mistake the next day, in the article "Freedom House – Press Freedom in the World Declines," that stated:
"Macedonia is lowest ranked country in the region, in 120th place which it shares with Turkey, Congo, Fiji, Liberia and the Seychelles. Last year, Freedom House ranked Macedonia in 115th place, with 54 points on the scale of 0 to 100".
Lamentably, the previously published article "Freedom House – Macedonia drops 22 places in the press freedom ranking" was taken offline, without proper explanation. Namely, it ignored the ethical point that:
"In general, one should avoid pulling out already published material from the Internet, and if changes were made or an article is taken offline, it should be properly noted". (Manual on journalistic ethics)
It points out at the absence of personal integrity to admit the mistake publicly and make a public apology.
Most media that carried the news on the "22 places drop" didn't offer even a correction of the incorrect information.
Inappropriate Comparisons and Conclusions
The publication of unconfirmed information also resulted in inappropriate comparison and conclusions offered in the headlines in some media:
"Drop of 22 places in press freedom rankings, Macedonia keeps company with Tanzania"
"The media in Macedonia and Tanzania are the same"
If only the journalists took a look at the Freedom House's report, they would have seen that Macedonia doesn't share the rankings with Tanzania, which is actually ranked higher, in 106th place. The conclusion that the media in Macedonia and Tanzania are the same can't be made even if we look at the RSF report, in which Tanzania is ranked 70th (and Macedonia was ranked 116th). Although Macedonia was mentioned together with Tanzania in the section on "significant declines", Tanzania was still ranked 46 places above us. Therefore, even if we choose to ignore the major mistake made by confusing one report for another, such a conclusion is utterly inappropriate. In fact, we lag far behind Tanzania!
The following point is also highly unethical (or should we say "disastrous": "The times when we compared ourselves with Zimbabwe in terms of press freedoms is long gone, now we are partners with Tanzania, Mali and Cambodia" (Disaster: Macedonia Dropped 22 Places in Press Freedom Ranking). First of all, we can't say that Tanzania, Mali and Cambodia are our "partners in ranking", but countries that, while mentioned in the section on "significant declines", are ranked in different places in RSF's Report. For example, Tanzania is ranked 70th (106), Mali is 99th (91), Macedonia is 116th (120), and Cambodia is 143rd (149) in RSF's report (in the brackets are the rankings in Freedom House's Report). The conclusion that @The times when we compared ourselves with Zimbabwe in terms of press freedoms" is inappropriate because of the fact that we still don't share rankings with Zimbabve (in 133rd place), although the difference is dramatically falling (from 102 ranking places in 2009 to just 17 places difference in 2013).
Manipulation through Cover up of "Replacing one position with another"
" The journalists shall publish correct, verified information and will not conceal essential information or forge documents." (Code of Ethics of the Association of Journalists of Macedonia)
Some pro-government media made another "replacement" of current for past report. Instead of the "fresh out of the presses" report of Freedom House, they reported on the "old and stale" one, released back in January: Report on press freedom in the world released, Macedonia's score remains the same).
MIA news agency reported the following on May 1: Freedom House: There were 118 Electoral Democracies in the World in 2012, referring to the report "Freedom in the World 2013". The article never mentions Macedonia, although that report has a special country report on Macedonia.
The report on the Republic of Macedonia was also completely ignored in the following news reports:
Freedom House: There were 118 Electoral Democracies in the World in 2012
Electoral Democracies in the World on the Rise
That approach to reporting can be interpreted as double manipulation. On one hand, the replacement of the actual subject of the report (freedom in the world instead of press freedom in the world) and optimist framing which covers up the declining freedom of the media. On the other hand, even when reporting the replacement topic (the freedom in the world), the criticism directed at the Republic of Macedonia is consciously omitted (for example, the explicit criticism that "corruption remains a serious problem" or that "media face political pressures and abuse, resulting in self-censorship").
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Frank finishes second as New Canaan divers star at Class L meet
Nov. 9, 2018 Updated: June 25, 2019 5:10 a.m.
New Canaan's Charlotte Frank captured the silver medal with a runner-up finish at the CIAC Class L diving finals Thursday night at Middletown High School.
The Ram sophomore, who had been seeded eighth on the psych sheets, moved up six spots to second place, scoring 445.20 points. She was one of only four divers to top the 400-point mark.
Immaculate's Farrah Volpinsta, a junior and the No. 1 seed, won the Class L title with a score of 521.85.
Sienna Breton of Cheshire was third with 437.35 points, followed by Darien's Julia Servas (430.30) and Hall's Zoe Baker (392.25) in the top five.
New Canaan had four divers in action at the Class L meet.
Freshman Olivia Quinn was impressive in her first state competition, finishing sixth with a score of 388.80.
Another freshman, Ella Olafsson, also topped 300 points, scoring 326.20 to finish in 12th place. Junior Kendall Somma scored 309.70 and finished 17th.
Frank's performance represented a jump of three places and nearly 75 points from her freshman season, when she was fifth with a score of 370.45. Somma also made a move up the ranks after finishing 23rd with 281.20 points last fall.
New Canaan will next compete in the swim trials on Saturday at Cornerstone Pool in West Hartford, with the swim finals on tap for Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Southern Connecticut State University.


VANCOUVER—Josee Belanger's first goal in five years here Sunday night earned Canada a place in the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup.
The Coaticook, Que. native, who had played at right back in Canada's first three games while Rhian Wilkinson and Marie-Eve Nault nursed injuries, drove a ball laid off by captain Christine Sinclair into the bottom corner of Swiss goalkeeper Gaelle Thalmann's net in the do-or-die round of 16 match at BC Place.
The 52nd-minute strike was the decisive factor between two evenly matched teams.
It was Belanger's second attempt of the game. A little less than a half hour earlier, she struck the inside of Thalmann's right.
Later, the Swiss defence would clear another Belanger shot off the line.
The striker's efforts, coupled with the most complete team game Canada has played since kicking off the World Cup a little more than two weeks ago, means the Canadians will face the winner of Monday's match between No. 6 England and No. 11 Norway at Vancouver's BC Place on Saturday.
The eighth-ranked Canadians and the 19th-ranked Swiss played in front of a record crowd for a Canadian national team, and the game's first couple of opportunities went Switzerland's way.
A mistimed clearance by Canadian centre back Lauren Sesselmann allowed striker Ramona Bachmann — known in the Swiss media as the "Alpen Messi" — to get the game's first shot on target in the 11th minute. Bachmann drove toward the byline to left of the net, but Canadian keeper Erin McLeod parried her tight-angled shot out of bounds.
Minutes later, Bachmann sent a low-hard cross into the box that found Lara Dickenmann, Switzerland's other attacking threat, but the striker couldn't connect.
Belanger's ball off the post gave the Canadians some hope, but the Swiss entered the intermission looking more likely to put the ball in the back of the net. Little mistakes like mistimed passes and poor control kept the Canadians from finding any real flow.
But the home country, a team with many players who consider BC Place their home field, started the second half brightly after some mid-point motivation from coach John Herdman.
"John, he just kind of put it pretty simply. He said, 'We can't have any regrets, nobody's walking, no one's going to be stagnant this second half, we're going for it.' And everybody did," said goalkeeper Erin McLeod, named the woman of the match.
Striker Melissa Tancredi, who looked threatening in front of net for the first time this tournament, had Canada's first chance in the second half, forcing Thalmann into a diving save.
Minutes later, Belanger slotted her second chance home. It was only Canada's second goal from open play in four matches.
Kaylyn Kyle earned her 100th cap after coming on as a second-half substitute, along with Jonelle Filigno and Marie-Eve Nault.
Prior to the game, she called on her team to perform in more than the fits and spurts they had show in the group stage.
Canada was composed defensively, unlike their final round-robin game against the Netherlands, and managed to see the narrow lead through.
It was a significant feat given Kadeisha Buchanan, the heart of the Canadian backline so far this tournament, had not trained in three days following an abdomen strain, Herdman said at his post-match press conference.
"That's a kid who doesn't know how to say die," he said.
The Canadian coach said the game was always going to go whistle to whistle; Canada, he admits, has become a one-goal team.


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One of the last parties that DJ Fat Tony played was Brooklyn Beckham's 21st birthday, held in a giant glass marquee at David and Victoria Beckham's family home in the English countryside. After that, he performed at legendary London venue Ministry of Sound. Then, the city went into lockdown.
DJ Fat Tony — real name Tony Marnach — is a mainstay of London's events party scene, often providing the music (sometimes with help from his friend and occasional DJ partner, Kate Moss) at fashion weeks, celebrity birthday parties (he's played for Madonna, Prince and Michael Jackson) and countless club nights.
Despite his night job, Tony is now proudly sober. During lockdown he launched a YouTube series about addiction recovery, featuring Kelly Osbourne in the inaugural episode. He plans to have his old friend Boy George and Russell Brand on the show soon too.Tony is very open about his drug abuse, often providing harrowing levels of detail about his own experiences. He estimates he spent over £1 million ($1.2 million) on drugs while he was still using.
A recent online documentary by British music magazine Mixmag captures many of these moments in a whirling 18-minute video in which Tony recalls doing his first line of cocaine with Freddie Mercury, and how he was once so high that he removed a number of his teeth with a screwdriver.It's not an easy watch, but it serves as a powerful reminder that people can come back — even from the darkest of places.
During a video interview with CNN from his apartment in Pimlico, London, where he lives with his long-term partner and their dog, Tony describes recovery as a "whole new world" — one where he can leave his home with his head held high, rather than being "locked in a room wanting to kill myself."
(Luke Evans, Kylie Minogue, DJ Fat Tony, Jodie Harsh, Kelly Osbourne and Jimmy Q attend The Royal Academy Of Arts Summer Exhibition preview party in 2019. Credit: Darren Gerrish/WireImage for The Royal Academy)
In his view, the grim details of his drug addiction are worth sharing because "the more honest you are, the more acceptable it becomes."
"Sharing my truth takes the power out of it. I don't have to hold onto it… because if I hold onto it, and it stays in here," he said, motioning to his chest, "then what comes from it? Shame, self-harm, self-hatred.
"While Tony is a notorious '80s club kid, his Instagram account is what typically earns him attention from a younger generation of fans. A bracing meme-fest, his handle is not for the easily offended. Few gags are taboo — even, ironically to some, ones about drugs.
"I only post things that I understand, or I've done," he said. "People always say, 'You're in recovery but you're posting drug memes and stuff,' and I'm like, 'Yeah, I post them because I've lived it.' I've come through it and I have the right to post that stuff."
(DJ Fat Tony with his friend Kate Moss at a party in London in 2019. Credit: Darren Gerrish/WireImageThis Saturday, Tony is hosting a virtual party during London's first digital fashion week.)
The three-day event is an iteration of what used to be Men's Fashion Week. From Friday, the gender-neutral schedule of designer showcases will feature a series of digital talks, podcasts and fashion films (but no live-streamed shows). Everything will be accessible to the public online — a novel change for this historically closed-door and exclusive event.
Tony's excited by the idea that London's younger, emerging designers may stand to benefit. "They're giving all the young designers a chance to have a voice," he said."What is great is that it's not only going to be open to buyers (and editors) — it's going to be open to everybody. Fashion week has never been about that. The elitism of having a ticket to that show and sitting on the front row has gone.
"Like fashion week, this month's Pride celebrations in the city will also be significantly different. "Pride in London is big thing," Tony said, before rattling through a week-long series of events he would typically attend if we weren't living through a global pandemic.
"I kind of think it's a good thing that Pride isn't on this year. We need Pride more than ever, but the parties and stuff like that need to be suppressed so we can reevaluate where we're going with it." For Tony, this could be a chance to "reclaim Pride," bringing it back to its roots and away from the commercialization of recent years.
(A portrait of Tony Marnach. Credit: Afshin Feiz)
Like people in privileged positions around the world, Tony has used lockdown to reflect on his "normal" habits. While he lives a sober life now, he still indulges in certain excesses — like taxis. "I was spending £500 ($634) a week on taxis alone. What the hell? I live in central London, I can (easily) walk everywhere in 10 minutes but I still would rather sit in a taxi for 40! It's craziness, but it was because I could," he admitted.
"That's like a month's wage to some people right now, and that's disgusting. I needed (lockdown) to happen to realize what I was doing, because I just take that stuff for granted.
"Having said that, Tony is skeptical that people will dramatically change their ways. "I'd love to think we're all going to stop using plastic and we're all going to start riding bikes. Bull**** — that's not going to happen.
"But there is a hopeful side to Tony. "Hope is a really good thing to have right now," he said.
He emphasized the importance of focusing on our individual behaviors. "It's about what you do personally within your own hula-hoop," he said. "Instead of having that whole massive world out there that you have to worry about, worry about yourself right now. Do what's right by you and that will lead to what's good and right by others."
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Breached CBP contractor may have been training biometric facial recognition algorithm
Facial images of travelers and license plate data have been stolen from a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) subcontractor,…
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CBP rules bar airlines from using Biometric Exit data for advertising
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Internal CBP document shows matches in initial biometric pedestrian border checks not satisfactory
Iris and facial biometric technology used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to identify pedestrians for its Biometric Entry/Exit…
CBP does not have data to assess racial bias in Biometric Exit facial recognition
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Integrated Biometrics provides 5,000 Kojak fingerprint scanners for CBP land and sea ports
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DHS struggles to deploy system to collect biometrics of departing travelers; proposed FY 2019 budget will help
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IDEMIA biometric technology selected by Royal Caribbean to expedite passenger debarkation
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An example of validation runs are the 1985-2010 W@H Europe simulations which are used to determine the model climatology/ baseline in the current climate. When looking at specific events for other projects, we can then refer to this baseline in our analysis. In addition, by comparing our model climatology with observations, we see if the model is realistically capturing the full range of possible weather.


June 21, 2018 - Reading a recent Reuters article on LSTA Chairwoman, Mitali Sohoni, prompted me to reflect on the importance of volunteer service to our industry. Mitali is an extraordinary person and her commitment to our market and the LSTA is exemplary; she absolutely deserves to be lauded. But reading the piece also reminded me of the 23 other LSTA board members and the hundreds of LSTA members who sit on committees and subcommittees, giving hundreds of hours in support of the loan market every year. This volunteerism, dedication and passion that so many of our members have shown has been the great strength of our market and our organization. The article demonstrates that LSTA members are thoughtful, substantive people who have big ideas, work hard and look beyond the day-to-day issues of our business to give to the greater community.
In fact, LSTA membership is so much more than promoting the loan asset class, working through regulation or dealing with trading and settlement issues. Being part of the LSTA and the loan market also means looking to and planning for the future and forging a sense of community along the way. By donating their time, our board, both present and past, and other volunteers have been able to accomplish so much on behalf of the loan market. And while we have achieved a great deal over the years, there is always more to do and we need your help in moving ahead.
What can you do? First, join our efforts. The LSTA has 440 member firms, with over 22,000 partners, principals, employees and associates who are the real life and breath of those members. We need every one of you to get involved. We have more than 40 committees, subcommittees and working groups: join one; go to a meeting; help us improve the market.
Second, run for the Board. It is hard work requiring extra hours beyond everyone's already long work day, but it is important. Moreover, directors are term limited and every year, some cycle out. We encourage you to throw your hat in the ring.
Third, there are many other ways to get involved that deepen our sense of community. As just one example, a group of our members have long sponsored Leveraged Finance Fights Melanoma. They raise a lot of money to fund research of a terrible disease; what they do matters and it contributes to the world. Wall Streeters often get a bad rap; this is just one example that proves the stereotypes wrong. There are many more opportunities out there and we encourage you, like our Chairwoman, to take time to make a difference.


Chicago USA, May 17, 2018: Illinois Secretary of State held his Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Reception 2018 on May 15, at the James R. Thompson Center Concourse Level in Chicago. Welcoming the distinguished guest he said : During the month of May, we join the nation in recognizing Asian Pacific Americans who have made a difference in their communities. This year, the Xilin Art Academy and the Bharatham Academy of Dance Arts share their customs and culture with us through special performances.
Today's celebration honors a variety of individuals who have each contributed significantly to their communities and the state of Illinois. We salute all of our honorees for the hard work and standard of excellence that they demonstrate each day. The program also features members of the Asian Pacific Community who have served and succeeded as leaders in their fields. Their leadership is inspirational and admirable.
Our keynote speaker, Dr. John Kalapurakal, is the vice chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Northwestern University. For more than two decades, he has dedicated his talents to educating students and treating patients. He is honored with the Humanitarian Service Award. Josina Wing Morita is a human rights leader and the first Asian-American elected to a countywide board in Cook County. She is honored with the Judge Laura Cha-Yu Lie Trailblazer Award.
Dr. Austin D'Souza Prabhu PhD, is honored for his humanitarianism and activism for more than 40 years. He is honored with the Humanitarian Excellence Award.
Stephani Chan Vo is recognized for her dedication to volunteerism throughout the Chicagoland area. She is honored with the Volunteer Achievement Award.Rebecca Yemin Shi's experience raising awareness about immigration issues has aided the Asian American business community in Illinois and throughout the nation. She is honored with the Community Leadership Award.
It is a privilege to welcome and celebrate the legacies of these prestigious individuals.I look forward to the continued success of Illinois' outstanding Asian Pacific American Community. This event was emceed by ABC TV anchorman Ravi Baichwal and Fox TV anchorwoman Joanie Lum, according to an official media release received here.


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Poll: Northam, Gillespie ahead in Va. governor primaries but most voters undecided
Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe (D) gestures during a news conference at the Capitol in Richmond on Jan. 19. A new poll shows his job approval ratings are at an all-time high. (Steve Helber/Associated Press)
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Reporter covering health care and coronavirus
Republican political strategist Ed Gillespie and Democratic Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam are leading in the early days of their primary contests for Virginia governor, according to a new survey released Thursday.
But most Democrats and Republicans are undecided, which means the June primaries are wide open, according to the first gubernatorial polling by the Wason Center for Public Policy at Christopher Newport University.
[See the poll results here ]
Northam drew support of 26 percent of Democratic-leaning voters, while 15 percent backed former congressman Tom Perriello (D), who jumped into the race a month ago. Nearly 6 in 10 voters were undecided.
[Perriello shakes up the 2017 governor's race]
Gillespie was far ahead of the four-man GOP pack with support from one-third of Republican-leaning voters in head-to-head matchups. State Sen. Frank W. Wagner (Virginia Beach) drew 9 percent; Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chairman Corey A. Stewart had 7 percent; and distillery owner Denver Riggleman had 1 percent. About half of those voters were undecided.
Stewart is trying to ride the same populist wave that thrust President Trump into the White House, voicing similar views about immigration and attacking Gillespie as "Establishment Ed." But he was the only candidate for governor with a net negative approval rating — of the 15 percent of voters who knew him, 8 percent disapproved of him while 7 percent approved.
Quentin Kidd, director of the Wason Center, said the results show Gillespie in a comfortable position but that Northam has not locked up Democratic support two years after he announced his candidacy.
"Perriello clearly feels like he's tapped into something among Democrats which is why he got into the race, and the poll demonstrates to a certain extent he is right," Kidd said. "Northam has the lead, you can't deny that, but if those 58 percent [of undecided voters] don't break in Northam's favor, this primary race could really be the one to watch. It could really be a nail-biter."
[Stewart gives away automatic rifle as a fundraiser for campaign ]
Virginia has no party registration, and voters can cast ballots in either major party's primary.
The poll had some good news for Democrats.
Fifty-five percent of those surveyed approved of the job that Gov. Terry McAuliffe (D) is doing, the highest it has been in Wason Center polling since McAuliffe's term began in January 2014. More than half of respondents also said they thought Virginia was headed in the right direction.
Attorney General Mark R. Herring (D), who is running for reelection, got a 36 percent approval rating while 18 percent disapproved. That's a better performance than a year ago, when just 33 percent approved of his performance and 27 disapproved.
But the survey showed the current Democratic candidates for governor are largely unknown.
Even after Northam enters his fourth year in statewide office, almost two-thirds of voters have no opinion of him. They are similarly unsure of Perriello, a one-term congressman who has been out of office since 2011.
Northam had $2.5 million in campaign accounts heading into 2017 and endorsements from nearly every Democrat elected to statewide or federal office.
Voters were also largely unfamiliar with the Republican field.
Gillespie, who nearly unseated U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner in 2014, was the best known and most favored of the four GOP candidates. Three in 10 voters had an opinion of him, and 20 percent approved.
Survey respondent had mixed feelings about President Trump, with half of voters saying they are optimistic about his term and 45 percent saying they are pessimistic. Nearly 9 in 10 Republicans said they were optimistic. Polling spanned from Jan. 15 to 28 — before and after the inauguration.
The poll surveyed 1,002 Virginia voters, with a margin of error of plus or minus 3.2 percentage points.
— More than half of voters opposed a bill pending in the General Assembly that would prohibit abortion after 20 weeks, with no exceptions for rape and incest. About 40 percent of men and women supported the proposal, while two-thirds of independents opposed it.
— While Virginians overwhelmingly supported McAuliffe's order protecting gay and transgender employees of state contractors from discrimination, they also supported by a slimmer margin a "bathroom bill" that would require people to use the facility corresponding with their sex at birth. A bill to do that died in committee in the current legislative session.
— A majority of those polled said they support expanded solar and wind energy and oppose fracking. More Virginians oppose than support expanded nuclear energy or coal mining.
— As the state grapples with a $1 billion budget shortfall, 57 percent of voters supported raising taxes to avoid budget cuts. Majorities of independents and Republicans opposed tax increases. Poll respondents prioritized cuts to transportation over public safety, health care, education and social services.
— A majority of voters also backed repealing the federal health care law only if a replacement plan is ready, and 58 percent said the state should step in to help those who lose insurance if Congress does not. The poll also found broad support for key provisions of the law, including requiring insurance companies to cover people with preexisting conditions.
— Three-quarters of Virginians support decriminalizing possession of small amounts of marijuana, penalizing offenders with fines instead of jail.
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Savage Lecture in Mississippi
April 20, 2018 by Steve Mentz
I'm just back from a lovely short trip to Oxford, MS, where I was pleased to deliver the 46th Annual James Edwin Savage Lecture in the Renaissance. My talk, "Nature Loves to Err: Catastrophe and Ecology in The Winter's Tale" is part of the larger #pluralizetheAnthropocene project that will wind its way into book-shape over the next few months.
The trip started with an excursion, navigated by early medievalist Lindy Brady of the English department, to the swirling brown waters of Sardis Lake, a large reservoir carved out of the Little Tallahatchie River. The flood ran high after heavy spring rains, and the beach near the boat launch was completely underwater. Undeterred, we re-directed to a shallow mud-flat where I was able to swim out to a clump of willow trees that I'm told will be high and dry when the floods recede in summer. The water was chilly and silty, though not too cold for a brisk fifteen minute swim. I always love getting to know a new place by way of its open water!
After a dip in Sardis Lake
The University of Mississippi, which brands itself "Ole Miss," though I came to learn during my visit that the phrase designates a plantation's mistress as well as the state university, is quite a lovely and hospitable place. On Wed morning before my talk I got up early to swim around 3,000 yards with the Master's Group at the gorgeous Turner Center on campus. Thanks especially to the coach, Walker Burrow, for pushing me on the sprint sets — which got me ready for a long day before my 6:30 pm talk. My tour of Mississippi included lots of excellent food, a trip to William Faulker's home Rowan Oak, a ride out to see my host Karen Raber's home in the nearby country, and several walking trips around campus to the Grove and other landmarks, some of which figure on College Football's Gameday.
I also saw two identical versions of a controversial statue to the Confederate dead in the Civil War. The one on campus, placed prominently at the center of the old circle, was fronted by a carefully-written plaque detailing the history of the monument, its role during the Civil Rights era, and its controversial meanings now. It seemed fairly well-done, though I still wonder about keeping a monument to Jim Crow in such a place of honor.
The statue in the town square, however, had no contextualizing plaque. Its inscription, presumably done in 1907 when the statue was made, described the cause for which Confederate soldiers died as "holy and just."
Clearly some cultural and historical work remains to be done in Oxford, among other places in the US.
Just before the talk we had an amusing overlap with a Korean student association event, which had apparently been given the room where I was to lecture for an overlapping time window. They graciously moved the kim chi pancakes part of their event into the hall, though I suspect enthusiastic pancake eating may have competed with my opening minutes on Heraclitus's "Nature loves to hide." Does Nature also love to eat pancakes? I suspect so.
We wrapped up the evening with a great dinner with assorted members of the English and History departments. I came away thinking about how humanities departments can be cultural forces in different parts of the country — while also recognizing that not all parts of our nation are eager to to defer to pointy-headed academics. Talking in particular with department chair Ivo
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Kamps, who it turns out was a grad student when I was an undergrad at Princeton, and who has been at the University of Mississippi for several decades, I was impressed with the way he imagined the English department as being able to serve both community and University, as well as the way that he argued, sometimes successfully, for the department to receive more resources.
A great visit to the Southland in spring! And now I'm back in cold, drizzly New England —
Eli in the hallway of my hotel
Thanks to the English department and University of Mississippi for hosting me!
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As we kick off the new year, the FreeWheel Council for Premium Video, Europe (FWCE) has released its latest output: The European Video Measurement Matrix.
The latest insights from the European advocacy group bring together methodologies and capabilities from some of Europe's main players in today's complex cross-platform measurement landscape to provide a unique overview of audience and verification metrics for the premium video industry.
Continuing our efforts both in the U.S. and in Europe to bring clarity to an ever-evolving industry, in particular on the topic of premium video measurement, this latest output is aligned to previous FreeWheel Council positions currently available on our website.
While many initiatives are underway, there is little industry cohesion or unified measurement standard. Fragmentation of viewing means that a single currency for premium video is unlikely and bad behavior in the non-premium digital world has created the need for more comprehensive verification against media investment. However, coverage and consistency across all video platforms (especially those where viewability is high and fraud is non-existent) and providers create further market tension and inefficiencies. From brand, agency to platform, publishers and measurement providers, it is in the interest of all parties to better work together and bring clarity to the market.
As our previous research has found, the complexities and challenges of providing cross-platform measurement solutions are a major focus for brands, agencies and the industry at large. The European Video Measurement Matrix delivers a more complete picture of the current measurement landscape across Europe, lessening the confusion around what is on offer, and providing a starting point for future discussion on how these metrics should evolve.
The FWCE stands ready to work with industry bodies and key stakeholders to adapt to this new video measurement landscape where screens and wires should be just details.
The European Video Measurement Matrix can be viewed and downloaded here.
Note that this first edition of the European Video Measurement Matrix is for illustrative purposes only, it is not intended to be exhaustive. Inclusion/exclusion of any provider or methodology is not intended to imply approval/disapproval by the FreeWheel Council for Premium Video or any of its members.


The United Nations Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods developed recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) to ensure that the risks to people, property and the environment are minimised when transporting hazardous materials.
Some of the key objectives of the recommendations on TDG are the harmonization of hazard awareness, risk reduction during transport with appropriate packaging/containment, and better communication through marking, labeling and documentation across all modes of transport including modes used by IATA.
It is mandatory under UK law for personnel involved in a company transporting Dangerous Goods (DG) to be appropriately trained and aware of ADR regulations before commencing work. This includes personnel responsible for the classification, packing, marking/labeling, documentation, and loading and unloading of DG. These ADR training requirements extend across all modes of transportation, with air DG transportation having the strictest requirements.
A mistake made during any process involved in DG transportation could have implications including shipment delays, safety issues, financial penalties, and in some cases, legal action. It is very important for shippers to attend an ADR training course.
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Please Note: The ADR course does not cover – in detail – issues relating to materials of Class 1 (Explosives), Class 2 (Gases), although material will introduce aerosols, Division 6.2 (Infectious), and Class 7 (Radioactive). This DG training course does not cover carriage in tanks, or the regulations and requirements for transportation of DG by air/IATA.
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Our office is in Nottingham, United Kingdom, providing free car parking and easy access from all major motorways. The Transport of Dangerous Goods course runs from 8.30am until 5pm, and includes lunch, drinks and refreshments.
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Low-T (low testosterone) litigation involves claims from men who have used Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) products and have suffered cardiac-, cerebrovascular- and thromboembolic-related injuries. Some of these types of injuries include heart attack, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis and stroke. In some cases, death may be the result of any of these injuries.
Men who have Low-T and Type 2 diabetes face a more potent risk of developing atherosclerosis than men who are diagnosed with diabetes but have normal testosterone levels. Atherosclerosis occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries. Medical experts say that TRT should be solely reserved for men who show clinical symptoms of hypogonadism, the medical condition for which it was originally approved, and consistent levels of Low-T.
Problems have arisen because various manufacturers of TRT products have marketed them for an off-label use of inconsistent Low-T. While experts do agree that it can help men with consistent Low-T, it was often being prescribed to men at the first signs of low testosterone. There are many TRT products on the market and they come in various forms, such as gels, patches, pellets and injections. We are currently pursuing cases for TRT products that include Androgel, Testim, Axiron, Androderm, Testopel and Fortesta. We are investigating and litigating all cases where men have suffered from heart, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, stroke or death resulting from one these complications while using one of the listed TRT products.
If you have questions about Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) and its adverse effects, please call the Pittsburgh defective drugs attorneys at Caroselli, Beachler & Coleman, L.L.C., about Low-T litigation today for a free consultation at 866-466-5789.


A wanker named Cheffy from Southern Pines H3 typed up an eloquent rant to remind virgins and old wankers alike things we sometimes forget about the hashing lifestyle. It quickly made its rounds on all the Facebook Hash pages and it was suggested on one of them that I make a poster out of it. I did so, and with Cheffy's blessing, I am making it available as a hi-res PDF for any halfmind to download and print for themselves. Enjoy!


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Dan McCready (D-NC-09)
Dan McCready, a US Marine Corps veteran, is running for the U.S. House to represent the state of North Carolina in the 9thdistrict. He won the Democratic primary on May 8, and now he will face the Republican candidate, Mark Harris, in the November 6 general elections. Harris, the former senior partner of Charlotte's First Baptist Church, defeated Republican incumbent Congressman Robert Pittenger by going to his right and running an anti-establishment campaign. Pittenger beat Harris by only 134 votes in 2016.
Dan McCready was raised in North Carolina and grew up going to the Charlotte public schools. After 9/11, McCready served in the Marine Corps in Iraq. Upon his return to the United States, he attended the Harvard Business School. Following his graduation, he began working at McKinley and Company before starting a business in Charlotte distributing materials for solar farms throughout North Carolina, eventually making the state #2 in solar capacity.
Advocates for high quality public school education
Supports affordable and accessible healthcare
Advocates for women's rights
Supports LGBT rights
Advocates for the DREAM Act
Supports common sense gun laws
Dan McCready will face off against Mark Harris, a far right candidate. Harris is a strong supporter of gun rights, building a Mexico-U.S. border wall, and against same sex marriage. As head of the State Baptist Convention, he led the campaign for passage of a statewide ban against same-sex marriage. Mark Harris defeated the incumbent, Robert Pittenger, in the Republican primary elections. While rated as Lean Republican by the Cook Political Report, Dan McCready was added to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's Red to Blue list and a July 2018 Civitas Institute poll shows McCready leading by seven points.
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Weiti Boating Club is a hidden gem of the Hauraki Gulf nestled up the Weiti River in Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa with 167 moorings, hardstand, grids, mast gantry, boat ramp, large maintenance shed and a beautiful clubhouse overlooking the Weiti River.
The club was started by a handful of volunteers in 1968 with only a caravan and a shed for club facilities. The members yachts & launches are just a short row from the all tide jetty. Once on your boat, it's just a few minutes until you are out in what is undoubtedly one of the worlds best nautical playgrounds - the Hauraki Gulf.


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Brother of Brett Memorial Cup All-Star Team (1990) WJC-A All-Star Team (1991) Best Forward at WJC-A (1991) OHL First All-Star Team (1991) OHL Player of the Year (1991) Canadian Major Junior Player of the Year (1991) NHL All-Rookie Team (1993) WC-A All-Star Team (1993) Best Forward at WC-A (1993) NHL First All-Star Team (1995) Lester B. Pearson Award (1995) Hart Memorial Trophy (1995) NHL Second All-Star Team (1996) Played in NHL All-Star Game (1994, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000) Rights traded to Oshawa (OHL) by Sault Ste. Marie (OHL) for Mike DeCoff, Jason Denomme, Mike Lenarduzzi and Oshawa's 2nd round picks in 1990 (Drew Bannister) and 1991 (Dave Roach) OHL Priority Drafts, December 18, 1989. Traded to Philadelphia by Quebec for Peter Forsberg, Steve Duchesne, Kerry Huffman, Mike Ricci, Ron Hextall, Philadelphia's 1st round pick (Jocelyn Thibault) in 1993 NHL Draft, $15,000,000 and future considerations (Chris Simon and Philadelphia's 1st round pick (later traded to Toronto later traded to Washington Washington selected Nolan Baumgartner) in 1994 NHL Draft, July 21, 1992), June 30, 1992. Missed entire 2000-01 due to concussion vs. New Jersey, May 26, 2000 and due to contract dispute with Philadelphia Flyers. Traded to NY Rangers by Philadelphia for Kim Johnsson, Jan Hlavac, Pavel Brendl and NY Rangers' 3rd round pick (Stefan Ruzicka) in 2003 NHL Draft, August 20, 2001. Missed majority of 2003-04 due to shoulder (October 23, 2003 vs. Florida) and head (January 28, 2004 vs. Washington) injuries. Signed as a free agent by Toronto, August 11, 2005. Signed as a free agent by Dallas, July 17, 2006. Officially announced his retirement, November 8, 2007.
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The Grand Illusion and Pieces of Eight Live is een livealbum van Styx. De muziekgroep gaf op 9 november 2010 een concert in de Orpheum Theatre in Memphis (Tennessee), waarbij zij  twee van hun succesvolste studioalbums opnieuw uitvoerden. Daarbij was 2/5 van de originele band aanwezig, een derde speelde even mee. De originele toetsenist Dennis DeYoung was er niet bij; hij heeft ruzie met Styx anno 2010, die hun blijk daarvan gaven door zijn naam van de website Styx te wissen. Drummer John Panuzzo was al in 1996 overleden.

Het album was een jaar eerder in 2012 op dvd verschenen.

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Tommy Shaw – gitaar, zang
James Young – gitaar, zang
Lawrence Gowan – toetsinstrumenten, zang
Todd Suckerman – slagwerk, percussie
Ricky Phillips – basgitaar, achtergrondzang, gitaar
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Chuck Panozzo – gast op basgitaar

Muziek

Muziekalbum uit 2013
Muziekalbum van Styx
Livealbum

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With the temperatures still soaring into the 90's on a regular basis, it's hard to believe some kids have already headed back to school. June and July were gone in a flash, and August is following quickly on their heels. Whether we choose to accept it or not (we prefer denial), summer is rapidly drawing to a close, and before we know it, cold weather will be upon us.
If you tend to be a procrastinator and put off winter home maintenance until a problem crops up, take a moment to picture yourself shimmying into your crawlspace or climbing onto the roof in subzero temperatures. Has your procrastination been cured? Read on for a handy checklist of end-of-summer home maintenance tips.
✓ Clean your gutters and check downspouts for clogs. Gutter debris can create real problems if not cleared out regularly. Removing nature's summertime litter from your gutters ensures you won't have to worry about ice dams and dangerous icicles over the winter. If possible, run a hose through your gutters to flush out debris. Shore up leaky areas or call a professional if more extensive repairs are needed.
✓ Clean your windows and repair gaps. Cleaning your windows is a great way to inspect them, as well (bonus: clean windows allow more sunlight in to combat the gloom of winter). Make sure there are no gaps where air can escape, and make minor caulking repairs as needed. If repairing or sealing gaps is not enough, consider having replacement windows installed before it gets too cold.
✓ Protect your deck. Remove debris buildup on your deck, clean your deck boards thoroughly and apply a fresh coat of sealant. Check for raised boards and loose joints, and inspect the deck's overall stability. Don't forget to store your gas grill and patio furniture indoors, or cover them well to protect them from the wind and moisture of winter.
✓ Check siding. Buckling siding can be a sign of a bigger problem. Walk around the entire exterior of your home and inspect siding carefully. Holes can mean insect infestations, fading can mean it's time to upgrade, and mold or mildew can indicate water damage. Replacing your siding is ideally not a cold-weather job, so it's best to address it now.
✓ Inspect your roof and soffits. Inspecting your roof does not just mean climbing up and taking a look. If it's safe, climb up and check for soft spots and give shingles a once-over. Curling or brittle shingles, shingles falling off, or stones in the gutter or downspouts are some other signs that your roof needs to be replaced. Check your soffits (the overhangs between your siding and roof line) for discoloration, which could point to a leak. Likewise, check your attic for any ceiling stains that might also spell trouble.
✓ Add or replace weather-stripping on exterior doors. The weather seals around doors can disintegrate over time, leaving gaps that can result in big heating bills. Attaching new weather-stripping is a fast and efficient way to keep your home toasty when the snow flies.
✓ Hose off and clean out your outdoor garbage cans.Animals and rodents have a strong sense of smell, and they'll become bolder in the winter months when food is sparse. Cleaning your outdoor garbage cans and removing any temptations will help keep critters away from your home so they're less likely to find their way inside.


For Upstate, the last few years have been a time of profound exploration and self-discovery. As the band knocked off milestone after milestone on the road, their sound, their lineup, and even their name all underwent dramatic metamorphoses. Challenging and thrilling all at once, those changes have finally culminated in the sextet's dazzling new self-titled album, a collection that showcases both their remarkable growth and their adventurous blend of folk, R&B, jazz, gospel, and rock and roll.


Ufone won two awards at the Etisalat Group Chief Marketing Officer (GCMO) Forum held in Dubai recently.
Ufone has been a key company within the Etisalat operations around the globe and has been a preferred ground for fast growth market exposure within the group. At the event held Ufone won two awards in a competition amongst 18 Etisalat operations around the world.
Each nomination was evaluated and selected by an independent committee. Another significant achievement is that Ufone won an award in each category it was nominated in, namely Physical Customer Experience and Online categories. The awards are won by the Ufone Retailer Outreach Program and the Sales Force Automation Program, based on innovation and their impact on business.
The GCMO forum is a senior level forum for all marketing and commercial heads of the Etisalat family to exchange strategic views on the industry, share experiences from different markets and align businesses to the strategic direction of the organization and to become a service provider of choice around the globe. The forum also recognizes innovation in business and operating models within the group by announcing awards in different categories.
Retail Outreach Program was designed to create a bond of trust between the retailer and Ufone. Its smart and cost effective design covers a large retail force with a significantly improved channel performance making our retailers the preferred business partners, which is the hall mark of this success. On the other hand the Sales Force Automation is about eliminating the extra layers that exist between the customer and the company and helps improve time to the market. It has helped reduce customer hassle and improve the overall customer experience. Both these programs have been instrumental in Ufone gaining its competitive edge in the market.
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Mimi Tao (22) is one of the most successful models Thailand – in advertising campaigns, she is a regular on the catwalk and the red carpet. A stark contrast to her earlier life.
By the monk to the Transgender Model: the story of Mimi Tao is exceptional. At the age of 12, Mimi, who is still a boy and is called Phajaranat Nobantao, is sent to a convent and lives for six years as a monk. Already evident however, that actually is a girl in the boy.
"I started me like a girl to behave, to speak like a girl and I'm interested in for typical girl things like makeup", Mimi explains Tao of the "Bangkok Post". Despite strict rules in the temple, secretly met Mimi with other students and could live out their passion so at least a little.
"At the time we were on our faces just baby powder, tighten our brewing with pins and apply to sometimes red lipstick", she recalls. On the agenda were also small, improvised catwalk shows. In addition, the teens were experimenting with the contraceptive pill and Mimi developed small breasts.
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French photographer Mathias Depardon has been arrested in South East Turkey, according to Erol Önderoğlu, the Turkish representative for the Reporters Without Borders NGO. Önderoğlu tweeted on 10 May that Depardon had been taken into custody after taking pictures of the ancient city of Hasankeyf and the Euphrates river; he added shortly afterwards that Depardon had been detained for 35 hours then transferred to the Immigration Administration [a migration centre], and had two cameras confiscated. On 10 May Önderoğlu tweeted with an update, stating that Depardon "faces 'deport' or 'administrative detention' at MigrationCenter (Lawyer)". It is believed that Depardon was shooting on assignment for National Geographic – which was tagged in Önderoğlu's first tweet. Önderoğlu was himself was placed under pre-trial arrest in June 2016, along with Ahmet Nesin and academic Sebnem Korur Fincanci, over charges of disseminating "terrorist propaganda", after participating in a solidarity campaign supporting Ozgur Gundem, a pro-Kurdish publication, according to a report published on 21 June 2016 by The Guardian. The Stockholm Center for Freedom has detailed numerous other recent journalist arrests in …
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Back foot position – In my experience, players can be tempted to lean towards the board too much. Is being a few inches closer to the board worth sacrificing your stability? I would keep the rear foot about shoulder width away from the front foot and try to keep most of the foot on the floor.
The Negro Leagues' Homestead Grays also played a lot of home games at Griffith, although they divided their "home games" between Washington and Pittsburgh. Think of the Grays as the original Harlem Globetrotters, who called themselves "Harlem" to identify themselves as a black team even though their original home base was Chicago (and later moved their offices to Los Angeles, and are now based in Phoenix). It's also worth noting that the University of Maryland played its home football games at Griffith in 1948 and 1949.
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Peccatum - _Strangling From Within_
(Candlelight, 1998)
by: Pedro Azevedo (8 out of 10)
This Peccatum album risked disappointing those who wanted it to be as much of a more classically influenced version of Emperor as possible, as well as those who wanted it to have as little in common with Emperor as possible and just show a different side of Ihsahn's musical skills and creativity. Having been released just before Emperor's follow-up to their masterpiece _Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk_ comes out adds to this situation. As it turns out, you'll basically get a bit of each with _Strangling From Within_. Together with his wife Ihriel (who turns out to be a quite reasonably talented vocalist, except for her irritating screams on "The Song Which No Name Carry") and her brother (whose clean vocals are just about acceptable, except when he opts for a high-pitched approach), Ihsahn has produced an album which is at times rather brilliant and generally manages to stand on its own, regardless of how close it is or isn't to Emperor. This is mostly original and almost always progressive and creative music. A lot of experimentation and different ideas seem to have been thrown into this album -- sometimes a bit excessively, actually --, and therefore the songs are hardly ever predictable. While not every surprise is a pleasant one and the music occasionally stumbles upon some poor choices, the rather annoying "The Song Which No Name Carry", which isn't any better than its own title, constitutes the only major exception to this album's overall quality.
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