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Q: Read 2d array of string as parameter I'm passing data from my database to my API.
string[,] vendors = new string[100, dr.FieldCount];

Assuming vendors has values.
My client is:
using (var client = new WebClient())
{
    client.Headers[HttpRequestHeader.ContentType] = "application/json";
    string serialisedData = JsonConvert.SerializeObject(vendors);
    var response = client.UploadString(getVendorURL, serialisedData);
    result = JsonConvert.DeserializeObject(response);
}

And my API looks like:
public IHttpActionResult GetVendorExport([FromBody]string[,] vendors)
{
    return Ok("This is a string");
}

vendors is null. What seems to be wrong? Thanks


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US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC)
We promote and protect athletes' rights, safety and wellness.
We champion the integrity of sport.
We respect the important role of our member organizations and support their need for success.
We set clear standards of organizational excellence and hold ourselves and all member organizations accountable.
We engage as a trusted and influential leader to advance the global Olympic and Paralympic movements.
We honor and celebrate the legacy of Olympic and Paralympic athletes.
About the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee
Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee serves as both the National Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States. The USOPC is focused on protecting, supporting and empowering America's athletes, and is responsible for fielding U.S. teams for the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games, and serving as the steward of the Olympic and Paralympic movements in the U.S.
A federally chartered nonprofit corporation, the USOPC does not receive federal financial support (other than for select Paralympic military veteran programs) and is one of the only NOCs in the world that also manages Paralympic activities.
Approximately 82% of the USOPC's budget has a direct impact on its mission of supporting athletes via a variety of programs for both athletes and their National Governing Bodies. In addition to performance grants and rewards, additional support is provided in the form of training facilities, sports medicine and science, coaching education, health insurance, promotional opportunities, education and career services, outfitting and travel, and safe sport and anti-doping programming.
Additionally, the USOPC oversees the process by which U.S. cities bid to host the Olympic/Paralympic Games, the Youth Olympic Games or the Pan/Parapan American Games, while also playing a supporting role in the bid processes for hosting a myriad of other international competitions. Further, the USOPC approves the U.S. trials sites and procedures for the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games team selections.
The USOPC is governed by a board of directors and a professional staff headed by a CEO. Three constituent councils serve as sources of opinion and advice to the board and USOPC staff, including the Athletes' Advisory Council, National Governing Bodies Council and Multi-Sport Organizations Council.

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New cancer centre coming to Surrey
People living in Surrey and surrounding communities will soon have improved access to cancer care with the addition of a regional cancer centre at the second Surrey hospital.
L to R: Fraser Health president and CEO Dr. Victoria Lee, Premier John Horgan, Minister of Health Adrian Dix, and BC Cancer chief medical officer Dr. Kim Nguyen Chi made an announcement today about a new cancer centre to meet the growing demand for cancer services.
One in two British Columbians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. By 2027, it is anticipated that one in three of those new diagnoses will be from people living in the Fraser Health Authority area - 56 per cent greater than the number of new cases expected for Vancouver Coastal Health in the same timeframe. Today the Honourable Premier John Horgan, along with the Honourable Minister Dix, Fraser Health president and CEO Dr. Victoria Lee, and BC Cancer chief medical officer Dr. Kim Nguyen Chi announced plans for a new BC Cancer centre to serve one of the fastest growing regions in Canada.
"Cancer is a very complex disease requiring specialized infrastructure and equipment. While B.C. has some of the best outcomes in Canada, we must continue to build provincial capacity to ensure we are meeting the needs of our population," said Benoit Morin, president and chief executive officer, Provincial Health Services Authority.
Surrey is the second most populated city in B.C. and one of Canada's fastest growing communities. The addition will add more capacity to support communities in the Fraser Health Authority catchment as well as add provincial capacity.
"As a two-time cancer survivor, I have spent a lot of time at BC Cancer - Surrey and consider myself an advocate for patients," says Pat Petrala who received her first cancer diagnosis in 2011 and her second in 2013. "As a senior living in White Rock, transportation to get to the centre regularly was a concern for me. Today's announcement brings care closer to home for people like myself and improves access to cancer services for my community."
The new hospital and BC Cancer centre will be built in Cloverdale beside the Kwantlen Polytechnic University campus.
"BC Cancer - Surrey opened 25 years ago and we have been an important part of the community for decades," said Dr. Kim Nguyen Chi, vice president and chief medical officer, BC Cancer. "We all know someone who has been touched by cancer. Our talented and dedicated staff don't just provide cancer care; they provide support during a very difficult and stressful time for most people. Our second centre in Surrey shows a commitment to providing person-centred care and supporting people where they are in the community."
Learn more about the new cancer centre here.
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Q: Zend_Db_Table - Update don't work The code seems not working.
// $counter is an instance of Zend_Db_Table_Abstract
$counter->update(array('hits' => 'hits+1'), '"id" = 1');

I took a look into the DB profiler and find the following query:
UPDATE `downloads` SET `hits` = ? WHERE ("id" = 1)

A: You need to use an instance of Zend_Db_Expr (an SQL expression) to get this to work (untested):
$counter->update(array('hits' => new Zend_Db_Expr( 'hits+1' ) ), 'id = 1');

... or something similar I believe should work. Report back if it doesn't work, and I'll come up with a tested answer.
UPDATE:
Ok, I tested it, and it works, provided that you loose the quotes around id in the where clause. id shouldn't be interpreted as a literal string but as a column name. Maybe you ment to use backticks in stead? Like so '`id` = 1'. That is the proper way to quote an identifier for MySQL.

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Today, we decided to be at the finish line for the Peking to Paris rally. Sounds good in theory you say, but in practice, well it was anything but. Having been told that the rally cars including a Citroen which was raising money for Tasmanian devil research, would end at the Arc de Triomphe we walked from our hotel just up from the Tuileries Garden. Arriving at the famous monument, we were just in time to see the rally winners, including the 1974 CitroenDS23 driven by owner entrepreneur Rob Sherrard, and which finished third, zoom past us back down the Champs-Élysées towards Cleopatra's Needle (in the same direction from where we had just come). So we tramped back again to find the cars, parked on display just 100 metres no less, from our hotel! The achilles are not going to recover for a little while now.
But it was a good day, meeting up with Tassie friends, Michael Aird (who is chairman of the Save Tasmanian Devil Appeal) and Jane McGee, and Paul and Margaret Lennon, who have just completed a cruise and are heading to Scotland. Michael and Jane, like us, will be going to the UK to cheer on the Australian Test cricket side for The Ashes, the latter needing as much support as it can get.
A few photos to show some of the highlights of the day.
to the eventual rally winner, a Leyland P76 – heavily modified!


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Q: LEFT JOIN not return right value I am trying to join 3 tables with it foreign keys, but for some reason one of the return value from the query doesn't return correct when I use LEFT JOIN for the 3 tables but I removed the one that didn't return correct and tried to query it separately it does below is the query for the 3 tables with LEFT JOIN:
SELECT ROUND(COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 1 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END)*500/2) AS current_balance,
       COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 1 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END) AS patient_subscribed,
       COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 0 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END) AS patient_unsubscribed
FROM hospital_information
LEFT JOIN patient_registration ON patient_registration.hospital_id = hospital_information.id
WHERE hospital_information.id = 3

According to the above I get the correct return for current_balance = 1000,patient_subscribed = 2 and patient_unsubsribed = 21 but when I tried to add another LEFT JOIN I get wrong return, see below:
SELECT ROUND(COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 1 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END)*500/2) AS current_balance,
       COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 1 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END) AS patient_subscribed,
       COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 0 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END) AS patient_unsubscribed,
       SUM(payment.price) AS total_generated
FROM hospital_information
LEFT JOIN payment ON hospital_information.id = payment.hospital_id
LEFT JOIN patient_registration ON hospital_information.id = patient_registration.hospital_id
WHERE hospital_information.id = 3

I get wrong response as

current_balance
patient_subscribed
patient_unsubsribed
total_generated

1000
4
42
23000

instead of total_generated = 1000 but when I tried it seperated as below I got the right answer:
SELECT SUM(payment.price) AS total_generated
FROM hospital_information
LEFT JOIN payment ON hospital_information.id = payment.hospital_id WHERE hospital_information.id = 3

A: I was able to resolve this but LEFT JOIN the SELECT statement separately as below:
SELECT
*
FROM(SELECT ROUND(COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 1 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END)*500/2) AS current_balance,
    COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 1 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END) AS patient_subscribed,
    COUNT(CASE WHEN patient_registration.payment_status = 0 THEN 1 ELSE NULL END) AS patient_unsubscribed,hospital_information.hospital_name
    FROM hospital_information
    LEFT JOIN patient_registration ON patient_registration.hospital_id = hospital_information.id
    WHERE hospital_information.id = 3 GROUP BY hospital_information.id) t1
    INNER JOIN
    (SELECT
    SUM(payment.price)/2 AS total_generated,
    SUM(CASE WHEN MONTH(CURDATE()) = MONTH(payment.created_at) Then payment.price Else 0 End)/2 as current_month
    FROM hospital_information
    LEFT JOIN payment ON hospital_information.id = payment.hospital_id WHERE hospital_information.id = 3 GROUP BY hospital_information.id) t2


While traveling abroad, knowing how to get from the hotel to the local café or to an excursion is often the number one priority. Not every city is walkable, meaning at some point you must rely on another form of transportation. For most travelers, this usually means hailing a taxi, signing up for a guided tour or navigating public transportation. However, if you're the type of traveler that prefers solitude and freedom from other tourists, you may want to consider renting a car during your trip.
Driving in a foreign country can be fun, but it also presents certain risks. Other parts of the world rely on different driving laws and habits, and even use different vehicles than you may be used to. Therefore, it's important to prepare beforehand so you can have a safe and memorable trip. Whether it's researching the local traffic regulations or applying for a driving permit, there are many steps you can take to become a safe driver abroad. Learn more about becoming an international driving pro below.
While there are similarities, driving laws are often different in every country. For example, in some places it is illegal to eat or drink while operating a vehicle. In others, driving at any time of day without the headlights on is considered unlawful. In order to avoid ruining your trip with a traffic ticket, it is important to learn some of the basic driving laws in the countries you plan to visit. It's also a good idea to learn how traffic tickets are handled in each country, just in case you receive one from a law enforcement official. Otherwise, you may face additional fines or be unable to leave the country until the ticket is paid.
The most common difference in driving laws from country to country is which side of the road to drive on. A few countries require cars to drive on the left side of the road rather than the right. If you are traveling to more than one country, it is especially important to note which, if any, have this law. Often, neighboring countries, and even specific cities, do not follow the same practice. This means that if you plan to drive across the border, you may need to switch sides of the road.
Luckily, the DMV is a valuable resource for getting information on driving laws and practices. You can find out everything you need to know to become an internationally safe driver. Make sure to research online or contact the DMV to prepare for your trip.
Depending on the time of year, you may face driving in the snow, heavy rain or other challenging driving conditions. It's a good idea to check the weather conditions during your visit so you can prepare ahead of time. Even if the weather is fair, the country you visit may have mountains or hills, which can also affect your ease of driving. On top of that, poor road infrastructure can make certain areas harder to navigate and even unsafe if you are not a local. If you are not familiar with driving in such circumstances, you may have difficulties during your trip.
The driving culture among locals can also have a great impact on your driving experience during the trip. For example, there may be a greater number of drivers on the road than you are used to. If this is the case, a more aggressive driving style may be necessary in order to combat the heavy traffic. Alternatively, there may be fewer drivers if the city you visit emphasizes biking or public transportation. Be mindful of these differences in driving environments so that you can navigate safely.
Not only do some places require driving on the opposite side of the road, occasionally the local cars aren't made the way you're used to. Instead of the left side being the driver's side, you may find the steering wheel situated on the right side of the vehicle. While this might seem like a minor difference, it can be very disorienting while driving.
In addition to this, many countries rely more heavily on manual transmission vehicles instead of those with automatic transmissions. In fact, you may find it difficult or even impossible to get your hands on an automatic rental car. This means that in some countries, you may end up sitting on the opposite side of the car, on the opposite side of the road and driving a stick shift.
If you're used to automatic transmissions, you may want to reconsider that taxi or public bus. Driving a manual or stick shift vehicle requires more knowledge and practice than an automatic vehicle. With this in mind, there are ways you can prepare if you still want to drive while abroad. First, find out what kind of vehicles are offered at the rental company. Then if you have time, you may be able to take a few classes and learn to drive a stick shift before your trip.
Once you think you're knowledgeable enough to get behind the wheel on your vacation, there are a few preparations you need to make. Though it is a main requirement, a valid driver's license is not the only document you need. In order to drive in other countries you may also need an international driving permit (IDP). This type of permit is used to translate your domestic license into another language. IDPs may be necessary to rent a car, to file an insurance claim and to submit in the event you get pulled over while abroad. If you are from the US you can apply for an IDP at your local AAA.
Keep in mind that your ability to drive in another country may depend on the status of your visa and the laws of the country. It's also important to note that international driving permits may only be valid for a certain number of days. If you plan to stay in a particular country for an extended vacation, you may need to apply for a temporary local license. You can check with your embassy or the DMV for specifics on driving as a tourist in a foreign country.


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The upper years of primary school are critical in students' mathematical development. One of the most important concepts is proportional reasoning, which builds upon the foundation of multiplicative thinking, and is central to work in fractions and ratio. To build this understanding in the classroom, teachers need appropriate pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) to choose suitable representations and explanations that highlight mathematical concepts in a meaningful way for students. This PCK is particularly evident in the examples that teachers choose (a) to illustrate concepts initially, and (b) for students to work on during consolidation. This paper presents case studies of two Grade 6 teachers, each giving two lessons on ratio. A framework, derived from the literature, is used to examine the PCK held by the teachers. We focus closely on the examples used by the teachers, since their choice of numerical values, the contexts used, the appropriateness of the example for students, and the aspects of the example highlighted during teaching give insight into teachers' PCK. Both teachers made appropriate numerical choices, but one made much stronger connections to other aspects of mathematics, gave more relevant contexts, and selected problems that better matched her students' ability.


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Q: Rendering conditionally in React I want to render two completely separate components based on whether the user is logged in or not.
This is my code,
import React, {Component} from 'react';
import ContainerLogged from './components/logged/ContainerLogged'
import ContainerUnlogged from './components/unlogged/ContainerUnlogged'

class App extends Component {
    constructor(props){
        super(props)
        this.state = {isLoggedIn : false}
    }
    render(){
        const comp = this.state.isLoggedIn ? (
            <ContainerLogged />
        ): (
            <ContainerUnlogged />
        );
        return (

            {comp}
        );
    }
}
export default App;

This is my index.js
import 'normalize.css';
import React from 'react';
import ReactDOM from 'react-dom';
import './index.css';
import App from './App';
import registerServiceWorker from './registerServiceWorker';

ReactDOM.render(<App />, document.getElementById('root'));
registerServiceWorker();

I get the following error,
Objects are not valid as a React child (found: object with keys {comp}). If you meant to render a collection of children, use an array instead.
    in App (at index.js:8)

I'm new to React and thus dont understand what's going on over here.

A: Instead of
return (

    {comp}
);

try
return comp;

A: {comp} is an object with key comp and value the value of the variable comp. That does make much sense here. (That's ES2015 "Shorthand property names" feature)
You must simply return comp instead of an object: return comp

A: You are in right direction, I would suggest to break your render function, it always helps when you have conditional logic.
import React, { Component } from 'react';
import { render } from 'react-dom';

class App extends Component {
  constructor() {
    super();
    this.state = {
      isLoggedIn: false
    };
  }

  renderLoggedIn = () => {
    return (

Logged In

    );
  }
  renderNotLoggedIn = () => {
    return (

Not Logged In

    );
  }
  render() {
    let element = null;
    if (this.state.isLoggedIn) {
      element = this.renderLoggedIn();
    } else {
      element = this.renderNotLoggedIn();
    }
    return element;
  }
}

render(<App />, document.getElementById('root'));


February is a wonderful time of year when gardens are full of produce. If your garden is producing more food than you can eat, don't let it go to waste. Offer any excess that you have to your friends or neighbours or get busy in the kitchen preserving it for the rest of the year.
If you have a glut of tomatoes, make the most of them by turning it into this easy pasta sauce which will keep for months, either in preserving jars or in the freezer.
Place everything in a large pot and simmer for about an hour until it is thick. Stir occasionally.
Blend with a stick blender or pass through a mouli.
If you are going to freeze the sauce, pour it into airtight containers or plastic bags, then pop into the freezer once cooled.
If you are going to preserve the sauce in jars, reheat the sauce until it is simmering then pour it into hot sterilised jars.
Fill the jars to the top and then pour a little boiling water over the top to make sure they are completely full.
Put on seal, centre and screw down hard. Leave to stand for 24 hours and check for vacuum seal.
You can then remove the ring. If any jars haven't sealed, refrigerate and use within a week. The rest will keep for months in the cupboard.
Tip: Tomatoes shouldn't be stored in the fridge – the cold temperature can damage them and they taste better when they are at room temperature.


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Q: Automatic LDR switching circuit I would like to create an energy efficient LDR evaluation circuit. The circuit should provide the possibility to connect an external LDR (R8) or use an internal, permanently installed LDR (R25). When an external LDR (R8) is connected via a wire, the external LDR should be used, otherwise the internal one (R25) should be used.
Here is what I came up with:

I will have a 4-pin connector (J8) to which the external LDR (R8) connects. There is also a jumper installed, which will pull Q6 Gate HIGH and thus disconnect R25.
At the same time R8 will be connected and read by the ldr_val pin using the voltage divider (R26).
Note that the circuit will only be powered by ldr_en when the LDR should be read by ldr_val to save the current flowing through the voltage divider.
Can this solution work on my PCB? Is there a simpler solution?

A: You don't need the FET at all:
If you remove Q6 and R24, then connect the internal LDR to pin 2.
Now when the jumper is in place you measure the internal LDR.  When the jumper is removed you measure the external LDR.
In neither the OP circuit or modified as I've described can you measure the external LDR if the jumper is in place; unless I'm missing something.


Zune Thoughts: ZuneHD2 on the Way?
It's that time of year again. New iPods are out, and the next generation Zunes can't be far behind. Or can they? There's been a great deal of talk whether the Zune HD will be the last or second to last hardware Zune Microsoft produces. It's clear Zune's future lies in a platform, on PC, Xbox and Windows Phone, but a new Hardware version may have something to offer that the last few iterations couldn't. WMPowerUser via Engadget seems to think that an MS job posting for a hardware specialist focusing on "next generation of portable entertainment and communication devices" has something to do with a Microsoft-produced PMP or phone handset. Given the success of the iPod/iTunes same foundation in iOS (and to a similar extent the UI innovations from Zune HD that eventually made their way to WP7), it makes sense for Microsoft to consolidate the media player and phone OS teams. If Microsoft can produce a phone-less Windows Phone 7 the way Apple has with the iPod Touch they may have a chance, albeit a small one. Microsoft and Apple have already killed off their once-popular dedicated harddrive-based players in favor of multifunction touchscreen models (iPod shuffle notwithstanding). And after the Kin debacle, I can't imagine Microsoft bigwigs are in a hurry to reenter the consumer dumbphone market with an in-house handset. As exciting as it would be to have a cheaper, contract-less Windows Phone for apps, music and video, the platform has at most one or two more iterations before being killed off. Is it even viable for Microsoft to release another ZuneHD at this point?


Before making the commitment to a car loan, take time to plan a few important steps. To get into a car quick and painlessly, it helps to maximize creditworthiness, budget accordingly, realistically consider your income, and obtain a preapproval.
To have the most auto financing options, check your credit beforehand. Knowing your score helps you know what to expect ahead of time. Also, it gives you the opportunity to improve your score. Always look for errors on your report. If account balances are inaccurately reported or if $0 balance on accounts are not reflected, you may find yourself paying more in interest or being denied. Pay particular attention to previous auto loan reporting. If possible, pay down credit cards or pay them off completely. Credit scores are sensitive to the percentage of your total available credit you have used. The lower the better.
Before stepping onto a car lot, know what you can afford. Often, people make the mistake of just figuring the maximum they can squeeze out of their monthly income, but this leaves them at a disadvantage. It is important to only spend as much as you can comfortably afford, while still having enough room in your budget to meet other financial goals. Prior to purchasing a vehicle, make sure you have budgeted for other vehicle-related expenses, including insurance, gas, maintenance, and repairs. These amounts differ substantially with different vehicles, so the monthly payment should never be your only consideration.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 10 percent of your after-tax income on a car payment. For example, if your take home pay is $2,500 per month, than a car payment of $250 or under keeps you in good financial shape. Some companies, like Bay Ridge Nissan, know that you also have to add insurance, gas, maintenance, and repairs to this figure. When you calculate the total costs, it usually becomes clear why the 10 percent rule makes sense.
This not only saves you time at the dealership, it saves you money as well. Pre-approval prevents you from having to make a quick financing decision. You can take the time to consider multiple options. They also give you negotiating leverage. From the dealership's standpoint, you are not only a sure thing, but you can keep the negotiation focused on the price of the car instead of the monthly payment.
Armed with your preapproval and prepared with a budget, getting into a car fast is no problem. The balance of the negotiation is on your side when you know what you want to pay and stay within your parameters.
When looking to buy a new car, unless you can make one payment in full, chances are you will have to finance it. During the process of financing a car, you will look to arrange a payment plan for the car and pay it over a certain period of time. Consumers who are looking to finance a car will need to fill out an application so that they can get a car loan. One of the things that is critical to your auto financing is your credit rating. A person's credit score will determine a few things that are very important in any car financing deal. The credit score will affect your auto financing options with the interest rate, monthly payment and the price that you can afford.
The first way in which your credit score affects your car financing is the interest rate. If you have a high credit score, you will get a low interest rate. As a result, the car loan will be quite affordable for you. On the other hand, if your credit score is low, you will most likely end up getting a very high interest rate. With an interest rate that is high, you will have to pay more every month for your car. Look for dealerships like Markosian Auto arrange the best financing your credit qualifies for by teaming up with top lenders to offer the best interest rates possible.
Another way in which your credit score affects your car financing options is the monthly payment. Depending on the interest rate you get, the payment will either be lower or higher than average. The monthly payment is the principal along with interest. Those with a low credit rating will have more interest to pay each month and therefore have a higher overall payment. Anyone who has less interest to pay will have a lower amount of money to pay on their auto loan.
Along with the interest rate and the monthly payment, your credit rating affects your car financing in terms of how much you can afford on a car. The interest rate effects the monthly payment and the monthly payment is based on the loan amount. In other words, the amount you need to pay each month will determine the amount you can get for a car loan. Consumers who have a low credit rating will likely be limited to buying a very cheap inexpensive economy car. Those who have a high credit rating will be in position to afford a more expensive vehicle.
It is important to keep in mind that your credit score is detrimental to the terms of your auto loan. Your credit score will affect your auto financing options through the interest rate, the monthly payment and the price of a vehicle that you can afford. Therefore, it is important to make sure that your credit score is as high as possible to get the best auto finance deal.
Most people who are looking to purchase a new or used vehicle must first obtain an auto loan to afford the car. Auto loans are often available through financial institutions or through the dealer who is selling the vehicle. When applying for a loan, there are a few factors to keep in mind.
The lender will check your credit score when determining if you'll be approved for a loan. Your credit score will prove if you're qualified to borrow and if you have any record of collections on your history. Those who have a credit score of at least 650 are likely to be approved.
Having a down payment on hand will help to reduce the amount of money you borrow, which will ultimately allow you to spend less on interest once the car is paid off in full. The more money that you can put down, the less time it'll take you to pay of the vehicle.
The length of each auto loan varies and can be up to 60 months long. 62 percent of auto loans are 60 months and 20 percent of loans are 73 to 84 months long. The longer you're paying off the loan, the more money you'll end up paying in interest.
If you've had an inconsistent employment history, you're at risk for being denied of an auto loan. Lenders want to see that you'll be able to make your car payment each month and eventually pay it in full.
Each auto loan comes with interest that is applied, which is added on to each monthly payment. The interest often depends on the lender's terms and the credit score the applicant. The higher the credit score, the lower the interest rate. Oftentimes, borrowers are able to negotiate the interest rate. A credit union car loan may offer some added benefits for interest rates if you are an existing member.
When applying for an auto loan, it's important to understand the terms and how long you'll be repaying the loan. You want to be confident that you'll be able to afford the loan for the next several years even with a job loss. By proving yourself to the lender as a qualified borrower, you'll be approved and can enjoy driving your new vehicle off the lot in no time.
How Can I Safely Afford the Car of My Dreams?
Finally owning the car that you have always wanted can be a thrilling experience. However, that thrill can turn to fear if the cost of the car is ultimately more than you can afford. This is why you should account for the total cost of ownership and plan ahead for how you will handle the car payment if you suffer a loss of income.
This concept is one that may be foreign to many people that don't live in a country where bartering is commonplace but negotiating a fair price for the car you want should be a high priority for you. It is generally a mistake to think of the monthly payment when negotiating a car deal. Instead, make sure that you are getting the best price for the car. Afterwards, you can negotiate the length of the loan and your interest rate to find a payment that you can afford.
Putting money down ahead of time increases equity while lowering the amount that you have to pay each month. This can come in handy if you lose your job or otherwise find that you need to get rid of the car for some reason.
In the event that you find your dream car isn't everything that you thought it would be, do not hesitate to trade it in. It is much better to have financial security as opposed to a fancy car in the garage. Besides, having the car isn't going to be much fun if you can barely afford to put gas in it.
The best way to know if you can afford your car is to find out how much it is worth ahead of time. This gives you a good idea if you can buy the car and still have an asset that has value several years down the road. Knowing this fact is important because cars are depreciating assets that lose value over time.
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Do you want your dream car to be in your garage for years to come? If so, you need to figure all the costs of ownership and possible depreciation beforehand to ensure that you can afford it without going into financial peril.


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SELCHP celebrates 25 years of low-carbon energy production in London
On 1st March 2019, the South East London Combined Heat and Power (SELCHP) facility, based in Lewisham, celebrated 25 years of providing London residents with low carbon electricity and heat, and a sustainable solution for their non recyclable waste.
SELCHP 25 years of low-carbon energy production
On 1st March 2019, the South East London Combined Heat and Power (SELCHP) facility, based in Lewisham, celebrated 25 years of providing London residents with low carbon electricity and heat, and a sustainable solution for their non recyclable waste. It has also supported the local community through the Community Fund and provided communities with an insight into the value of this type of plant through numerous public open days and educational site visits.
With the site capable of handling 440,000 tonnes of waste per year, it has played a significant role in reducing London's CO2 emissions, cut dependence on fossil fuels, helped decarbonise domestic heating and eliminated non recyclable waste from going to landfill. By generating electricity it has supported the electricity grid and the increasing demand for energy from the city's growing population. As an estimated 20% of the nation's carbon emissions are generated by domestic heating, due to a low standard of energy efficiency, using this type of non - fossil fuel heating lowers carbon emissions and can help reduce cost, and fuel poverty, in vulnerable groups.
Some of the key highlights from the last 25 years include:
Over 5 million MWh of electricity produced*, equivalent to the power used by over 1.5 million homes in a year
Over 10 million tonnes* of waste diverted from landfill and used for energy recovery
Over 189,000 MWh of heat distributed to over 2,800 homes via the district heating network
Over £300,000 awarded to local community projects
Achieved the highest efficiency rating, known as R1, for this type of plant
Reduced CO2 emissions by 7,700 tonnes per year
Winning the Peer Award for Excellence – for developing London's first energy from waste district heating network
Richard Kirkman, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Veolia UK & Ireland who was on site on the opening day, and worked on waste inputs and emissions controls 25 years ago said:
The success of SELCHP has proved that this type of plant makes a vital contribution to the environment and the communities it serves. Access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy has a direct impact on modern life, and is linked to fuel poverty and carbon emissions. To virtually eliminate wastes and produce energy in its place is a win-win situation. By generating green electricity and heat from resources such as non-recyclable residual waste we improve resource efficiency, reduce landfill and achieve greater sustainability as part of the circular economy.
Powering 60,600 homes and also providing heat to thousands of local homes every year, SELCHP is a valuable part of London's low carbon energy infrastructure and an example of an industry-leading facility, operated and maintained to meet the highest standards of environmental care, meeting or exceeding emissions legislation throughout its operation.
SELCHP is one of 10 energy from waste plants operated by Veolia across the UK. With a total generating capacity of 180 MWe these provide enough low carbon electricity for the equivalent of over 430,000 homes. Energy from waste plants are a long established and efficient technology that is used across the world. Once economically recyclable materials have been collected, these plants put the waste to further use, following the principles of the Circular Economy, and the Clean Growth Strategy.


So like, I have this problem with my knuckles getting "stuck". I was just wondering if anyone else had this problem?
When I try to pop them they feel like they stick, then when they do pop it sounds like a horrible loud crack. It's not comfortable, either lol.
For me, it's not my knuckles, but my elbows, knees, ankles, hips, okay every joint in my body except my knuckles. LOL My fingers do bend backwards pretty good though, oh and sideways, but so far they don't lock up and pop. Have you looked into oval 8 ring splints? I can't afford them, but I've read good things about them.
Yeah, that's pretty much what happens with me. You described it better than I could lol.
My fingers do that and they also move way out of the normal range. I have a couple of oval-8 splints but they're for my thumbs. Should probably consider getting more.
ouuchh, my cousin's son was diagnosed first. I'm not sure how he ended up first seeing the geneticist, but that was who gave him the diagnosis. My cousin was diagnosed by the same geneticist. They recommended that I get an appointment with him too. My cousin's son and I have a lot of symptoms in common, that was why they recommended that I see the geneticist. So all three of us were diagnosed by the same geneticist at Buffalo Women and Children's Hospital. Dr Luther Robinson. But he retired not long after I saw him, so to my knowledge there is no longer an EDS geneticist in Buffalo.
Ouch, I hear you! Yes it is hard to get a diagnosis! Mind you, I think bcz it's so "rare" the docs don't know what to do with us. Mind you, I'm not making excuses for them....according to my geneticist, I'm looking at a three generations link for eds-HT (both my parents, myself, and my son). Is it the same with you? Usually if we have it, somewhere in your family has it too. Stay strong fellow zebra, welcome to the herd!


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How the Confusion Regarding Conduct of Final Year Exams has Affected the Students
by Amrita Bhambhani September 2, 2020, 2:55 pm
Amidst the chaos the pandemic has caused, students have been suffering a lot. Education being an important field should not be excused but it also shouldn't be the cause of one's confusion, anxiety, fear and depression.
Education holds a high value and it should be fair to all. This sudden rife has raised questions whether exams should be conducted or not. Initially exams were postponed but with an increase in the number of people affected every day the decision went under multiple alterations.
After UGC made it mandatory for exams to be conducted. The case was further taken to the Supreme court where the hopes of almost every final year student were shattered. Examinations are important but conducting them during this pandemic drags a lot of lives to the rim.
UGC has given an option to conduct exams either in online or offline mode or a mix mode. But many students who reside on the outskirts, do not have access to the internet and most of the states are not in a position to conduct exams in offline mode. Even though such issues arose, many universities held exams for final year students following the guidelines stated by UGC.
Students feel trapped and unfair with the decision taken which is clearly not in their favour. They do understand the importance of exams but in a situation like this, they do feel the need of them getting cancelled. Final year students have been by default made to waste half of the year which has already put them in a difficult situation. Companies have refused to recruit them unless they give their exams or have attained their degrees. This has made it more difficult for them and put them under pressure. After being in a confused state for so long, they have become demotivated which may or may not affect their academics.
In this chaos, students have been experiencing a roller coaster which has only been going downhill. In a situation where the whole world is struggling to find a way out, students have been dealing with a whole different construction of roads leading them to dead ends.
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TODAY ON WALL STREET: A few positive signs lift indices
04/28/2020 | 09:04am
There is an improvement on markets today after a couple of good corporate results such as Pfizer and 3M. Investors are also more upbeat as they see an easing of lockdown restrictions across the globe.
Futures linked to the Dow Jones are up 1.5% today. The week also got off to a great start in Europe yesterday, with the DAX and Bel20 gaining more than 3%, while the CAC40 gained 2.55%. In the United States, the close was positive but less spectacular.
This morning, there is still talk of support plans, with an extension of Bank of Japan and Fed support in their respective countries. Financial newspapers are making their headlines about the glitches in the computer system responsible for collecting requests for support for SMEs in the United States, which has crashed in the face of the flood of requests. The relapse of the WTI barrel is also making headlines, after the world's leading oil ETF sold off its June contracts massively.
Investors are on the lookout for the many corporate publications expected this week, including Alphabet (today), Microsoft & Facebook (tomorrow) and Apple & Amazon.com (Thursday). They also know that the Fed and ECB are holding their regular meetings this week.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been much speculation about the origin of the disease and its spread. From conspiracy theorists to deniers, the field is wide... Nevertheless, the scientific community is increasingly inclined to accuse states of minimizing the spread of the virus. The Chinese government recently admitted having forgotten a few thousand victims in the province of Wuhan. More recently, the Financial Times pointed out that the scientific data and statistics at its disposal show that the number of victims was probably 60% higher than the official figures.
Clearly, the death toll is more than approximate in countries without pharmacovigilance or at war, and there is no doubt that some governments are trying to minimize the health impact of the virus.
In Europe, away from the Dodd-Franck, Basel agreements and other regulatory frills, the health crisis has given free rein to the imagination of central banks and regulatory bodies to compensate for the economic slowdown through various monetary experiments. But the banking bodies should not be left out in the cold. Indeed, according to Reuters, the sector, which is being hit hard by the fall in interest rates and the growing risk of insolvency of its clients, should soon benefit from a new accounting easing. The European Commissioner for Financial Services is expected to propose a series of measures this week, inspired by those taken in the U.S., aimed in particular at limiting provisions for bad debts, in order to support the credit market.
Some U.S. stats are on the agenda today, such as the trade balance, because March's reading promises to be unprecedented, as well as wholesalers' inventories, the index of real estate price evolution in the metropolises by S&P Case-Shiller, then the Conference Board's consumer confidence index and the Richmond Fed's manufacturing index. Note that the U.S. central bank has extended its local government debt buyback program.
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Slang and other types of expressions often change throughout the years. However, now vegans are asking people to stop using meat-related phrases and one scholar discussed this in a blog post. Shareena Z. Hamzah, a Postdoctoral Researcher at Swansea University wrote an article called "How the rise of veganism may tenderise fictional language".
Hamzah discusses that for a long time, meat has been the most important part of a meal and in the old days, being able to eat meat was a sign of being wealthy. Meat has long been a controversial topic, whether you realized it or not.
Why Are Meat-Related Phrases So Controversial?
Think about it. Meat can relate to climate change, health, and animal rights, all of which are very hot topics in our country right now and invite in lots of debate. So, what are some of the phrases that Hamzah predicts might fall by the wayside? "Killing two birds with one stone", "bringing home the bacon", "your goose is cooked", and "chopped liver". Can you think of any more?
Essentially, Hamzah predicts that as our culture becomes more open to the idea of veganism, these phrases might go away naturally, without a huge issue. After Hamzah's article came out, PETA responded. They have long been known to these phrases and promote more "animal-friendly idioms" instead.
This doesn't mean that all vegans or vegetarians agree that we should stop using these phrases. For example, Hamzah writes in her article that even some vegetarian burgers are made to look like they bleed as you cook them. Of course, there are always people that are more sensitive than others to different phrases and topics.
Do you think we should stop saying these meat-related phrases or do you wish vegans would stop whining?
If you found this article interesting, please SHARE with your friends and start a discussion about whether or not you will continue to say "bringing home the bacon" and other phrases!


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A Fight for Recognition: The Lumbee Tribe in Maryland
By mdhslibrarydept ⋅ August 4, 2016 ⋅ Post a comment
Filed Under American Indians, Baltimore American Indian Center, Baltimore History, Baltimore Maryland history, Baltimore neighborhoods, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Cheraw, Cherokee Indians, Croatons, Danville, Dundalk, Lumbee Tribe, Lumbees, Maryland History, Native Americans, North Carolina, Patterson Park, Piscataway Indians, Robeson County, Sidney Levy, Susquehannock tribe
An illustration of Maryland's first colonists meeting with one of the many Native American tribes.
"First Landing of Leonard Calvert in Maryland," Oil on Canvas, ca. 1865-70 by David Acheson Woodward (1823 – 1909), Museum Department, 1924.7.1, MdHS.
The 2010 United States Census listed 566 American Indian tribes in the United States, none of which reside in the State of Maryland, despite the fact that our state has 20,420 Native American residents, 2,270 of whom live in Baltimore alone, according to the Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities. Why this dichotomy? Especially as many of Maryland's Native Americans, particularly the Lumbee tribe, have fought for official recognition for centuries from the federal government.
While the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) recognizes no American Indian tribes in Maryland, the state was historically home to several significant tribes beginning as far back as the tenth century. The Shawnee Ohio Valley tribes, the Susquehannock, the Lenape, the Nanticoke, Powhatan, and Tutelo/Saponi were the first to inhabit the state. The Piscataway Indian Nation—comprised of the Piscataway Conoy Tribe, the Cedarville Band of the Piscataway, and the Piscataway Nation—also called Maryland home and was one of the most populous and powerful tribes on the Chesapeake Bay. When the first European settlers arrived in the 1600s, few Indians lived in Baltimore. They found the hunting grounds in what is now Baltimore County more to their liking. The Susquehannocks lived in the lower portions of the Susquehanna River, and the Piscataway tribe stayed south of Baltimore residing mainly on the north bank of the Potomac.
Locations of Maryland's Native American tribes.
From "The State of Maryland Historical Atlas: A review of events and forces that have influenced the development of the state," Department of Economic and Community Development, 1973, page 9. (REFERENCE PHOTO)
The federal government and the Indian tribes have had a tumultuous relationship since the first European settlers appeared on the East Coast. These newcomers to America greeted the native people with curiosity and fear. English colonists from Virginia began to trade with these Maryland tribes, exchanging tools for beaver pelts. The tribes, especially the Piscataway, helped the colonists survive in their new land. But as the English took more land from the Indians in order to grow tobacco, the natives had to move to protect their hunting and fishing rights which the English often invaded. In 1642, the Province of Maryland declared war on the local tribes, and skirmishes broke out intermittently until the end of the 1600s. The Susquehannocks achieved an early victory against the colonial government in 1644, as Swedish colonists from New Sweden (now Wilmington, Delaware) provided the Indians with guns, which helped in their defeat of the British. However, they could not sustain war against the colonists, and in 1652, the tribe signed a peace treaty with Maryland and had to concede most of its land at the base of the Susquehanna River. The other tribes of the area met similar fates and were forced off their lands or killed by disease or in battles against the colonists.
The Lumbee tribe came to Maryland much later, originally native to North Carolina. During the early part of the 20th century, the Lumbee were part of the large southern migration to the north because of the vibrant economy there caused by the World Wars and the boom times shortly thereafter. Many came to Maryland as a temporary measure, hoping to return south as the economic situation improved there. However, many Lumbees ended up staying. As of 1993, there were about 4,300 Lumbee in Maryland, primarily living in Dundalk and 2,500 in Baltimore around PattersonPark.
A typical Lumbee home in North Carolina.
"A Croatoan Indian home, front view, with man and woman to right of door. Two young women at left," H.19XX.325.26, Image courtesy of the North Carolina Museum of History.
The Lumbee were originally from the Danville, Virginia area. The tribe's origins are murky, but they generally consider themselves descendants of the Cheraw Indians. Others theorize that their roots trace back to the Croatons who left Virginia in 1703 to settle in South Carolina, where the tribe quickly became embroiled in local conflicts between the colonists and the Indians. They fought with the British against the Tuscarora tribe in 1711 but joined with other tribes to fight against the colonists and traders in the Yamasee War. The tribe relocated in the 1730s when some Cheraw joined with the Catawba and moved to Robeson County, North Carolina, eventually forming the Lumbee tribe. The Cheraw tribe was a loose confederation of all of those tribes that spoke a version of the Siouan language. The Cherokee knew them as "Ani-Suwa'li" or the Suwali people. They took their name from the Lumbee River, now known as the Lumber River, which flows through their Carolina homeland.
In 1885, the North Carolina General Assembly recognized these Cheraw natives "as Indians of Robeson County by the name Croatan" and then in 1913, the General Assembly changed their name to "Cherokee Indians of Robeson County." In 1952, the tribe voted to change their name to Lumbee and in 1956, Congress accepted that name of the tribe but did not accord them federal recognition—an important decision since it prohibited the Lumbee from participating in federal grants and other programs afforded to "recognized tribes." The Croatan association related to the theory that the Lumbee descended from the Croatan tribe, which was known for its involvement with the lost colony of Roanoke in North Carolina.
"Croatoan Indian garden, with house behind. Women in center foreground, men at left background by horse & buggy."
H.19XX.325.25, Image courtesy of the North Carolina Museum of History.
The Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 attempted to identify which non-federally recognized tribes were truly Indian and create guidelines that would allow them to receive federal money if they achieved federal recognition. Two anthropologists were sent to Robeson County to determine the authenticity of the Robeson Indians. They used such "scientific" methods as the Pencil Test. A pencil was slipped into the subject's hair and the subject was to vigorously shake their head. If the pencil fell out, it was determined that the subject had "real" Indian hair. Of the 209 Lumbees that were given this test, 22 passed and were categorized as Indians.
In 1956, the U.S. Congress conditionally recognized Lumbees as an Indian tribe but only within the confines of the State of North Carolina. Public Law 571, known, unofficially, as the Lumbee Act of 1956, was another doublespeak act by the federal government: "Nothing in this Act shall make such Indians (the Lumbee) eligible for any services performed by the United States for Indians because of their status as Indians, and none of the statues of the United States which affect Indians because of their status as Indians shall be applicable to the Lumbee Indians."
This quasi-recognition by the federal government was meant to assert only that the Lumbee would be recognized as citizens of North Carolina and therefore a "state" tribe. And after nearly five decades of petitioning, the Lumbee Tribe is still not recognized by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, depriving its members of hundreds of millions of dollars in various BIA programs. The Lumbee Recognition Act was reintroduced to the House of Representatives last year and was passed to the Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian, Insular and Alaska Native Affairs, but no action has been taken since March 2015. Adding to the Lumbees' frustration with the recognition process, some dispute whether the Lumbee are even Native American at all. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) has long been against the Lumbee tribe receiving federal status and released this statement when the 2015 bill was proposed:
From "The Croatan Indians of Sampson County, North Carolina: Their Origin and Racial Status, A Plea for Separate Schools" by George E. Butler, Durham, N.C.: The Seeman Printery, 1916.
"Some individuals in Robeson County first claimed to be 'Indian' in the 1880s in a successful effort to get schools separate from the children of freed slaves. The 'Indian' claims were followed by decades of looking to non-Indian politicians and anthropologists to provide research and a justification for a tribal identity claim. Following the non-Indian research, the Lumbee have claimed to be 'Croatan' (based on a Lost Colony of Roanoke theory, now disproven), 'Siouan' (a Native language family, not a tribe), Tuscarora, Cheraw, and Cherokee. In fact, for 40 years, the Lumbee sought to appropriate Cherokee identity and claimed to be a Cherokee tribe, over our strong objections. The State of North Carolina accepted this appropriation and formally acknowledged the Lumbee as 'the Cherokee Indians of Robeson County'. The Lumbee repeatedly, but unsuccessfully, sought to have the federal government acknowledge them as a Cherokee tribe."(1)
The Lumbee have long faced racial identity issues within the Native American community, as inferred by the EBCI, and without. In both North Carolina and Maryland, segregation dictated their place in the community. In some circumstances, a Lumbee was considered white, in others black, and these delineations were often assigned by uninformed outsiders. Robeson County, North Carolina in the 1950s was a unique blend of racial populations and tensions arose. In 1958, the tribe clashed with the Ku Klux Klan. James "Catfish" Cole, Grand Dragon of the KKK, harassed a Lumbee woman who was dating a white man and burned a cross on the lawn of a Lumbee family on January 13, 1958. What has been referred to as the "Battle of Hayes Pond" ensued, but not like the KKK envisioned.
The Klan held a rally on the evening of January 18th, complete with bull horn, but only one small light, so they could not see that their group of 100 was surrounded by about 1,000 Lumbee who quickly broke the light and descended on the KKK, fighting, yelling, and firing guns in the air. Catfish Cole ran away into the woods and left his wife stranded in their car. The Lumbees assisted her out of the area and the rout of the Klan galvanized the Lumbee community.
The Lumbee tribe continues its fight for recognition and equality and has found allies in Baltimore. The Baltimore American Indian Center (BAIC) at 113 South Broadway was established in 1968 to focus on the needs of the city's Native American community. Herbert Locklear, a North Carolina Lumbee transplant, was one of the founders and served as the director for many years. The major goal was to help the local Native Americans, including Lumbees, preserve their heritage through meetings, events, annual powwows, and to educate the community at large about their diverse culture. Lumbee art is currently exhibited at the BAIC. (Sidney Levy)
Sidney Levy is a volunteer in the Maryland Historical Society's Special Collection Department.
Sources and Further Reading:
(1) Mckie B.P., Scott. "EBCI Stands Firmly against Lumbee Recognition." The Cherokee One Feather. January 12, 2015.
DeWitt, Emma. "New Battle, Old Challenges: The Lumbee Indians at the Battle of Hayes Pond." North Carolina History. 2011.
Kirkley, Amy. "The Native Americans of Maryland: Great Contributors Underappreciated." 1996.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina.
National Conference of State Legislatures, "Federal and State Recognized Tribes."
O'Mara, Richard. "Lumbee Indians Seek End to a Century of Questions about Identity Proud People from North Carolina Find a Home in Baltimore." Baltimore Sun, October 12, 1993.
Stilling, Glenn Ellen Starr, and Appalachian State University. "The Lumbee Indians." Welcome to: The Lumbee Indians, An Annotated Bibliography. 2012.
Zotigh, Dennis. "Washington-area Tribes Gain Maryland State Recognition." The National Museum of the American Indian. January 10, 2012.
3 Responses to "A Fight for Recognition: The Lumbee Tribe in Maryland"
EXCELLENT! I am a Lumbee and 15-year Maryland resident. eep up the good work!
Posted by Donnell M Lassiter-Stewart | 14. Dec, 2016, 11:27 am
The Ballad of Maxton commemorates the Battle of Hayes Pond between the Lumbee Indians and the Ku Klux Klan near Maxton, North Carolina https://soundcloud.com/user660132316/ballad-of-maxton
Posted by Joe DeFilippo | 02. Jan, 2019, 10:59 am
[...] as when, in the race-based Indian Reorganization Act of 1934, the "pencil test" was used to decide if Lumbees could be codified as Native Americans, basing the decision on whether a pencil inserted into one's hair would fall [...]
Native American Is Not My Race—It's Who I Am | Radio4.GR - 19. Oct, 2018


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The number of disabled people who attend music festivals is very limited. While the crowd and chaos at a music festival can be a challenge, it is unfair that disabled people can't experience an action-packed fest as well.
Some people with a disability still brave the crowds and with the help of friends and family can fit in, while others are too worried about the experience. Paralympian Dylan Alcott, a differently enabled tennis champion and radio jockey joined teams with festival promoters United Group and came up with the master plan of Ability Fest.
The Ability Fest Venue
The venue for Ability Fest is explicitly designed to accommodate all the needs of a disabled person. From elevated viewing platforms to lyrics interpreters, the place is designed to impress. For those who wish to relish some quiet time away from the crowd and cheer, noise cancellation headphones are provided. The entire surface at the venue is fitted with rubber to aid wheelchairs and moving devices in a safe area.
While the stress for safety is high, festival organizers remember to keep the festival as inclusive as possible for even non-disabled persons. Many disabled people who love music have been deprived of all the experiences of going to a music festival where they would be able to fit in. Ability Fest caters to just that. Organising a music festival with venue upgrades to aid the disabled is always something promoters think about after the music festival. By the time the next year rolls by, the thought is forgotten, and often little stress is implied on catering to the disabled. However, thanks to Alcott, who serves as a voice and a leader for the inclusion of venue suggestions, the Ability Fest is going to be a dream come true for many.
The Is Excitement Building
Several artists have come forward to perform at the festival, and the crowds have been very excited. While the festival is still young, a few hundred tickets have been made available. The proceeds of the tickets go towards the Alcott Foundation, which provides grants and scholarships to the disabled. Some of the festival-goers who have heard of the fest are excited about it and team up with friends to attend the festival.
Some attendees claim that the fest is a first of its kind for them to attend and the opportunity is promising. Organisers of the Ability Fest hope that this initiative will set an example for other organizers to include facilities to cater to the disabled in future festival plans. The constraints of hosting a music festival for the disabled have been addressed at Ability Fest, which is a perfect guide for organizers to follow suit in their next hosting simply.
Everybody deserves the right to enjoy a music festival. While restaurants and most buildings cater to people with mild to severe disabilities, it is time that the same courtesy is implemented for festivals and public gatherings, as such. The costs of including features for the disabled is high. However, the purpose of bringing together anyone and everyone who enjoy good music is fulfilled.
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What is pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH)?
Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) is a form of high blood pressure in pregnancy. It occurs in about 7 to 10 percent of all pregnancies. Another type of high blood pressure is chronic hypertension - high blood pressure that is present before pregnancy begins.
Pregnancy-induced hypertension is also called toxemia or preeclampsia. It occurs most often in young women with a first pregnancy. It is more common in twin pregnancies, and in women who had PIH in a previous pregnancy.
Eclampsia is a severe form of pregnancy-induced hypertension. Women with eclampsia have seizures resulting from the condition. Eclampsia occurs in about one in 1,600 pregnancies and develops near the end of pregnancy, in most cases.
What causes pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH)?
Why is pregnancy-induced hypertension a concern?
There are other problems that may develop as a result of PIH. Placental abruption (premature detachment of the placenta from the uterus) may occur in some pregnancies. PIH can also lead to fetal problems including intrauterine growth restriction (poor fetal growth) and stillbirth.
If untreated, severe PIH may cause dangerous seizures and even death in the mother and fetus. Because of these risks, it may be necessary for the baby to be delivered early, before 37 weeks gestation.
What are the symptoms of pregnancy-induced hypertension?
How is pregnancy-induced hypertension diagnosed?
bedrest (either at home or in the hospital may be recommended).
hospitalization (as specialized personnel and equipment may be necessary).
magnesium sulfate (or other antihypertensive medications for PIH).
fetal movement counting - keeping track of fetal kicks and movements. A change in the number or frequency may mean the fetus is under stress.
nonstress testing - a test that measures the fetal heart rate in response to the fetus' movements.
biophysical profile - a test that combines nonstress test with ultrasound to observe the fetus.
Doppler flow studies - type of ultrasound that uses sound waves to measure the flow of blood through a blood vessel.
continued laboratory testing of urine and blood (for changes that may signal worsening of PIH).
medications, called corticosteroids, that may help mature the lungs of the fetus (lung immaturity is a major problem of premature babies).
delivery of the baby (if treatments do not control PIH or if the fetus or mother is in danger). Cesarean delivery may be recommended, in some cases.
Early identification of women at risk for pregnancy-induced hypertension may help prevent some complications of the disease. Education about the warning symptoms is also important because early recognition may help women receive treatment and prevent worsening of the disease.