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COVID-19 Severity in Pregnancy Appears Lower Than H1N1
Between March 1 and April 15, a total of 86,293 women gave birth. Only 427 of the births were to women with diagnosed COVID-19 that was serious enough for them to be hospitalized. The study does not include all women in the UK with SARS-CoV-2, as universal testing is unavailable, she said. Knight's results only look at hospitalized women with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection and serious disease.
These are likely not all the women in the UK who gave birth while positive for SARS-CoV-2, said Knight, so the data still represent a small slice of the overall infection rate.
"What we can't see is what potential impact a mild or indeed asymptomatic infection, if such a thing exists, has on the pregnancy," Knight said. "I cannot from this study give you an infection rate. But I can give you a 'hospitalized with infection' rate."
That rate is 4.9 per 1000 maternities. By comparison, the hospitalization rate — a marker of disease severity — of pregnant women with H1N1 was 8 per 1000 maternities.
This is notable and unexplained, said Christopher Zahn, MD, vice president of practice activities at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
"It's interesting because looking back at some of the other infectious outbreaks, such as H1N1, where pregnant women were at increased risk," he told Medscape Medical News. "But with H1N1, pregnant women were at increased risk. But that's not been identified in COVID either in international data or the emerging US data."
Indeed, Lynne Mofenson, MD, senior HIV technical advisor to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, saw Knight's data, and has been tracking all the current studies on COVID-19 and pregnancy; she's also been giving presentations on the current state of knowledge on the illness and pregnancy outcomes.
It's a subject close to Mofenson's heart. A former official at the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute for Child Health and Human Development, Mofenson is best known for spearheading the government's effort to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV in the late 1980s and early '90s.
As of May 11, Mofenson found 100 papers — including Knight's — describing the experiences of 1308 pregnant women with COVID-19 hospitalized worldwide. Only 44 (3.3%) those 1308 cases were single-case reports of extreme experiences. Fifty papers "appear to be duplicate reports on the same patients," Mofenson wrote in a presentation she shared with Medscape Medical News.
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For those of you who had problems with the list of links in last months newsletter, I have put them in the archives on the website. You can reach them directly at www.adhdnews.com/jan02.htm My apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused.
I'm getting a lot of requests for information on Social Security Benefits so I thought I would reprint these links for more information.
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A parent writes: "I'm having trouble understanding my 11 year old son. For the most part, he makes good decisions and doesn't get into much trouble. The problem is when he's with other kids. Bad ideas come to mind that he would never do on his own but if friends are around, he acts on them. What's going on and how do I help him use good judgment when he's with peers?
Of all the factors posing a challenge to a child's rational decision making the presence of other children is among the most potent. There are many unpredictable forces at work within the context of children's relationships. "Peer pressure" is the popular expression to explain the manner in which peer presence compels children to follow the bad examples of others, but this term only scratches the surface of a complex web of peer dynamics. The wish to gain admiration, demean another, retaliate against a perceived injustice, compete on the "risk-taking playing field," or boldly violate parental rules, are some of the hidden forces that may surface beyond parental control but in full view of peers.
Here are some suggestions for approaching a child with a tendency toward poor decision making in the presence of peers: · Be prepared to hear and delve deeper than the excuses. Perhaps most worrisome to parents is when a child commits one of these "peer-present" infractions and then excuses their behavior. "It was her idea... They did it, too" are familiar refrains that normally trigger the inane parental question, "If they told you to jump off a bridge, would you do it?" Consider replacing that question with this one, "Let's figure out what was really going on that led you to make that bad decision." If your child offers a confused expression, ask them to tell you all they can remember about the situation in order for you to pursue whatever forces seemed to be operating in your child's mind. Try to step into your child's shoes as you listen to their recounting and ask leading questions such as, "Did you feel like you wanted to prove something to them?" or "Have you wanted to do that before but knew it was kind of risky?"
· * Educate them about how background feelings and perceptions can direct behaviors. Children are often unaware that the way we feel about and see others has a lot to do with how we behave in their presence. Give examples from your own life to illustrate the different feelings and views you would have if a variety of people came over for dinner. Suggest that they may hold on to certain feelings and ways of seeing other kids that pop out when those kids are around. Illustrate this process by explaining how one kid might boast about all their cool stuff and doubt others' claims. This can make other kids want to prove that they have great stuff, too. If the "want to prove" feelings grow strong enough a kid might end up bringing something to school that they know doesn't belong there. It can also lead the second kid to feel like they must prove one thing or another when they are around the first kid. Point out how this process is akin to the second kid giving control over some of his decisions to the first kid.
· * Offer "talking tools" to manage the power of peer dynamics. One reason that kids succumb to these forces is the wish to "save face." But well-chosen words convey power. Lacking such a response to a provocative peer or circumstance, kids give in to impulse and throw caution to the winds. Parents can offer such responses so that they can be "pulled out of the back pocket" when the time comes. Here are several to propose to the child who becomes inarticulate when the pressure builds: "This is just the kind of situation that leads you on the wrong road...Be my guest, but don't wait for me to follow because you're on your own...I don't have to prove anything to you that I already know to be true...If you can't see where this is heading then I suggest you take some time to think it over..."
· * "Warm-up" your child's skills in advance of "potent peer" encounters. Keep in mind that some kids cause your child's decision-making to lapse more than others. Simulate discussions where you take the roll of the potent peer and attempt to persuade or provoke your child into a poor judgment call. Coach them on using a firm tone of voice, in-the-eye gaze, assertive posture, and power talking tools. Consider videotaping the scenario if they are willing so that they further improve upon their delivery.
Dr. Steven Richfield is a child psychologist in Plymouth Meeting. His column appears monthly. He can be contacted at www.parentcoachcards.com or 610-238-4450.
Last month I wrote some ADHD recommendations for parents. This month I have put together a list of recommendations for teachers. Obviously, it is not all inclusive. Since every child is different, some strategies work better for some than for others.
Before giving you my list, I will share with you a little news about me. I have been invited to conduct a workshop at the International Ventriloquists' Festival this April in Las Vegas. The topic will be using ventriloquism to counsel and educate young children. As a part of the presentation, I will be showing segments from my ADHD curriculum.
Both ventriloquism and magic are great hobbies for children with ADHD. These activities are fun for the children and help them to be the center of attention. If you are interested in more information about the festival, email me through my website, www.adhd1.net.
1. SEND A DAILY REPORT HOME TO LET THE PARENTS KNOW HOW THE CHILD IS DOING. KEEP IT SIMPLE AND BRIEF. IT MIGHT BE NECESSARY TO EMAIL THE REPORT DIRECTLY TO THE PARENT IF THE CHILD HAS A DIFFICULT TIME GETTING IT HOME.
2. WORK CLOSELY WITH THE PARENTS, COUNSELOR, AND PHYSICIAN AS A TEAM. THEY CAN HELP YOU TO SUCCEED. YOUR FEEDBACK TO THEM IS INVALUABLE.
3. PROVIDE A REGULAR STRUCTURE. POST THE DAILY SCHEDULE. CHILDREN WITH ADHD HAVE A DIFFICULT TIME DEALING WITH CHANGE.
4. KEEP LESSONS SHORT. FREQUENT SHORT LESSONS WILL WORK BETTER THAN LONG ONES.
5. VARY YOUR INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES. USE VIDEOS, OVERHEAD PROJECTORS, GAMES, AND COMPUTERS. MANY CHILDREN WITH ADHD LEARN WELL ON COMPUTERS.
6. SEAT THE CHILD WITH ADHD AWAY FROM MAJOR DISTRACTIONS. DO NOT SIT CHILDREN WITH ADHD NEAR EACH OTHER. OFTEN THE BEST PLACE FOR THE ADHD CHILD TO SIT IS NEAR THE TEACHER'S DESK.
7. HAVE AN ORGANIZED ROOM TO REDUCE DISTRACTIONS.
8. USE BEHAVIORAL OR RESPONSE COST PROGRAMS TO INCREASE MOTIVATION. THESE PROGRAMS WILL ALSO IMPROVE THE MOTIVATION OF YOUR OTHER STUDENTS.
9. BREAK UP ASSIGNMENTS INTO SMALLER SEGMENTS. THIS WILL REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF THE CHILD BECOMING BORED OR OVERWHELMED.
10. HAVE PARTS OF LONG TERM ASSIGNMENTS DUE DAILY. THIS WILL REDUCE PROCRASTINATION.
11. GIVE THE CHILD POSITIVE VERBAL FEEDBACK WHENEVER POSSIBLE.
12. SINCE CHILDREN WITH ADHD OFTEN HAVE PROBLEMS WITH LESS STRUCTURED SITUATIONS SUCH AS TIME ON THE PLAYGROUND AND LUNCH, DEVELOP A PLAN WHICH WILL DECREASE THE POSSIBILITY OF THEM GETTING IN TROUBLE DURING THESE TIMES.
13. CHILDREN WITH ADHD OFTEN HAVE SOCIAL PROBLEMS. SOMETIMES IT IS HELPFUL TO ASSIGN BUDDIES TO ALL OF YOUR CHILDREN TO IMPROVE SOCIALIZATION.
14. SINCE CHILDREN WITH ADHD OFTEN NEED 3 OR 4 TIMES AS MUCH TIME TO COMPLETE HOMEWORK, REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF HOMEWORK ASSIGNED. ASSIGN HOMEWORK WHICH EMPHASIZES MASTERY OF CONCEPTS RATHER THAN REPETITION.
15. HAVE CLEAR AND CONCISE CLASSROOM RULES WITH CONSEQUENCES FOR MISBEHAVIOR.
16. CHILDREN WITH ADHD HAVE DIFFICULTY MAKING TRANSITIONS FROM ONE ACTIVITY TO ANOTHER. CUE THEM IN ADVANCE OF THE TRANSITIONS, GIVE DIRECTIONS HOW TO MAKE THE TRANSITIONS, AND PRAISE THEM FOR TRANSITIONING SUCCESSFULLY.
17. AVOID ALLOWING THE ADHD CHILD TO BECOME OVER STIMULATED IN THE CLASS OR ON THE PLAYGROUND. SOMETIMES SOFT BACKGROUND CAN HELP CALM CHILDREN DOWN.
18. DEVELOP A STRATEGY TO EASILY REMOVE THE CHILD FROM THE CLASSROOM IF NECESSARY. SOME DAYS IT IS BETTER FOR CHILDREN WITH ADHD TO BE AT HOME RATHER THAN BEING IN TROUBLE AT SCHOOL.
19. FIND OUT WHAT THE CHILD DOES WELL AND ENCOURAGE HER/HIM TO PURSUE THAT AREA. MANY CHILDREN WITH ADHD DO WELL ON COMPUTERS. OTHER DO WELL IN ART, MUSIC, SPORTS, OR CONSTRUCTING THINGS WITH LEGOS, ETC. PRAISE THE CHILD FOR SUCCESS IN FRONT OF THE REST OF THE CLASS.
20. USE REMINDER SIGNS AROUND THE CLASSROOM. USE KITCHEN TIMERS TO HELP THE CHILD FOCUS ON THE PASSAGE OF TIME.


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Force Hood In Hunt For NHRA Championship
Mon., Sept. 13, 2010
Ashley Force Hood on her way to victory at the U.S. Nationals. (Photo courtesy of NHRA)
Ashley Force Hood comes into Charlotte this weekend fresh of a strong run in the U.S Nationals. Picking up her first win of the 2010 season to move atop the Funny Car drivers standings, Force Hood has the attention of her competitors.
Courtesy: NHRA Media Relations
CONCORD, N.C. – Ashley Force Hood will be the first to admit that after landing a lackluster eighth place effort in the regular season, she wasn't expecting to be suddenly thrust into the playoff spotlight in the NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship.
But that's what a stellar performance at the prestigious Mac Tools U.S. Nationals can do for a driver in the blink of an eye. One minute you are trying to figure out how to salvage a top 10 points finish. Then, in an instant, you find yourself at the top of the series standings and in need of a home decorator to make room for a special trophy.
Force Hood raced to her first victory of the season at the annual Labor Day classic and in the process moved four positions up the Funny Car championship ladder, within striking distance of her 14-time world champ father, series leader John Force. The victory, along with the generous points reset for the six-race Countdown playoffs, have given new life to the Castrol GTX Ford Mustang Funny Car team, who was able to post only two runner-up finishes during the 17-race Countdown to 10.
Force Hood will try to continue her march to join Shirley Muldowney and Angelle Sampey as the only female world champions in the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series at the third annual O'Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals, Sept. 16-19 at spectacular zMAX Dragway near Charlotte, N.C. Cory McClenathan (Top Fuel), Robert Hight (Funny Car), Mike Edwards (Pro Stock) and Hector Arana (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are the defending winners of the race, which will be televised on ESPN2 HD and ESPN3.com.
Additionally, Force Hood would become the first female to ever win a title in the 7,000-horsepower Funny Car category. She says despite the early season struggles, which included seven first round losses and six second round exits, her team continued to work hard and focus on the Countdown. Now that they have the momentum early in the playoffs, they want to ride the wave.
"My team has stayed positive," said Force Hood, who now sits 69 points out of first. "We were hating the points structure last year, but we are loving it this year. You get a second start to your season."
Her victory at Indy could signal a warning sign for the competition. She qualified sixth and her car was very consistent and adaptable to different conditions throughout eliminations. Before taking out her famous father in the final, she beat playoff contenders Del Worsham and Jack Beckman in head-to-head meetings in earlier rounds.
"At one of the races Guido (crew chief Dean Antonelli) said we are not going to win the championship on luck," Force Hood said. "We are going to win it on consistency and doing our job from one end of the track to the other."
She knows winning the title will be a tough chore. She finished second overall last season to teammate Robert Hight. In addition to the elder Force and Hight, there are a host of other drivers who are still in championship contention and hoping to add their names to the NHRA history book, including Beckman, Matt Hagan, Ron Capps, Bob Tasca, Worsham and Tim Wilkerson, among others.
"It is going to be interesting," Force Hood said. "It is going to be exciting. That is what the fans want to see and that is what we want to be a part of."
In Top Fuel, Larry Dixon opened the playoffs with a victory and extended his series lead in his Al-Anabi Racing dragster. Dixon, a two-time world champ, has posted 10 victories in 10 final rounds this season – an NHRA record – and seems poised to try and go the distance against a tough field of competitors, which includes seven-time champ Tony Schumacher and the title-hungry veteran McClenathan. Other pre-race favorites include Brandon Bernstein, Doug Kalitta, Antron Brown and Shawn Langdon, who moved into fourth place overall in the point standings with a semifinal finish at Indy.
Edwards leads the Pro Stock field, but it was a surprising Greg Stanfield that moved into playoff contention with a win at Indy. Stanfield jumped to third place in the points with an aggressive holeshot victory over the defending world champ in the Indy final. Others to watch in the 200-mph category include four-time world champ Jeg Coughlin, Team Mopar's Allen Johnson, three-time champ Greg Anderson and the father and son tandem of Johnny and Shane Gray.
In Pro Stock Motorcycle, series leader Andrew Hines was impressive at Indy on his Screamin' Eagle Harley-Davidson, setting a national record for elapsed time and capturing all 15 bonus points on the table during qualifying. The three-time world champ ultimately lost in the final to rookie LE Tonglet, who moved to second overall with a gritty performance on his Suzuki. Both will be among a talented field of riders at zMAX Dragway looking for victory, that also includes defending world champ Arana, local favorite Matt Smith, past Charlotte winner Steve Johnson and the ultra-fast Michael Phillips, a three-time winner this season.
• SCHEDULE: Two qualifying sessions will be held Friday, Sept. 17 at 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. The final two qualifying sessions will be held Saturday, Sept. 18 at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Sunday's final eliminations start at noon.
• ON TV: ESPN2 and ESPN2 HD will televise one hour of qualifying coverage at 10 a.m. (ET) on Sunday, Sept. 19. NHRA Race Day, a 30-minute news magazine show, will air at 6:30 p.m. (ET) on Sunday, Sept. 19. Three hours of eliminations coverage will air on ESPN2 HD at 7 p.m. (ET) on Sept. 19. The race will be featured live on ESPN3.com starting at noon (ET) on Sept. 19.
Posted Sept. 13, 2010, 6:59 p.m.
Motorsports correspondent Doug Pace keeps up with motorsports news and notes from around the region.
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Family:Whitney, John (1787-1844)
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John6 Whitney (Joshua5, Eleazer4, Eleazer3, Thomas2, John1), son of Joshua5 and Betty (Wood) Whitney, born 23 Jul 1787, Henniker, NH, and died 27 Aug 1844, Sandisfield, MA, aged 57 years, of typhus fever.[1]
He married, 1 Jan 1810, Henniker, NH, Lucy Chamberlain.[2] She was born 14 Sep 1788, Southborough, MA, and died 8 Apr 1863, Sandisfield, MA, aged 73 years, of old age.[3]
Both are buried in Sandisfield Center Cemetery, Sandisfield, MA.
He was a blacksmith. He resided Henniker, NH, and Sandisfield, MA.
Children of John6 and Lucy (Chamberlain) Whitney:
i. Emeline7 Whitney, b. 3 Mar 1810, Henniker, NH;[4] m. 24 Sep 1833, William Chittenden, Jr. He was a farmer; b. 14 Sep 1809; d. 5 Feb 1845, resided in Sandwich, IL. Children:
a. Georgianna Theresa Chittenden, b. 17 Feb 1837; m. 6 Jan 1860, Sandwich, IL, Benjamin Comstock; P.O. address, Sandwich, IL.
ii. Lucy Whitney, b. 26 May 1811, Henniker, NH;[5] d. Winsted, CT; m. 42 Aug 1830, ----- Todd. Her dau. is Mrs. Mary Putnam, of Winsted.
iii. Livonia Whitney, b. 16 Apr 1813, Henniker, NH;[6] d. 10 Jan 1845; m. 10 Apr 1837, ----- Royce. She is buried in Sandisfield Center Cemetery, Sandisfield, MA.
iv. John Hammond Whitney, b. 26 Jul 1815, Sandisfield, MA;[7] m. Olive L. Snow.
v. Lorenzo Chamberlin Whitney, b. 5 May 1818, Sandisfield, MA;[8] m. Celestia A. Fosdick.
vi. Clarinda Whitney, b. 12 Jun 1821, Sandisfield, MA;[9] d. 9 Feb 1867; m. 20 Oct 1845, ----- Ingham.
vii. Edward A. Whitney, b. 1 Sep 1823; m. Harriett E. Couch.
viii. Mary Ann Whitney, b. 11 Nov 1826, Sandisfield, MA; m. 5 Nov 1844, or 8 Oct 1844, Sandisfield, MA, Henry S/L. Langdon, son of Anson Langdon;[10] resided Algona, IA. He was b. 28 Sep 1821, Tyringham, MA; d. 8 May 1893; was a merchant. Children:
a. Eugene Wellington Langdon, b. 9 Jun 1848; m. 6 Aug 1882, ----- -----.
b. Henrietta Josephine Langdon, b. 24 Mar 1850; m. 7 Nov 1872, Augustus Pretsch.
c. Ellen Clerinda Langdon, b. 3 Jun 1853.
d. Emeline Ardelia Langdon, b. 12 Aug 1855; m. 9 Jan 1883, Daniel D. Townsend.
e. Albert Henry Langdon, b. 20 Nov 1859; d. 27 Apr 1887.
1810: not found.
1820, Sandisfield, Berkshire Co., MA: John Whitney, 1 male 26-44, 2 males 0-9, 1 female 26-44, 1 female 10-15, and 2 females 0-9; 1 engaged in commerce and 1 in manufacture or trades.
1830, Sandisfield, Berkshire Co., MA: John Whitney, 1 male 40-49, 1 male 15-19, 1 male 10-14, 1 male 5-9, 1 female 40-49, 1 female 20-29, 2 females 15-19, 1 female 5-9, and 1 female 0-4.
1840, Sandisfield, Berkshire Co., MA: John Whitney, 1 male 50-59, 1 male 20-29, 1 female 50-59, 1 female 15-19, and 1 female 10-14; 1 engaged in agriculture, 1 in manufacture or trades.
1850, Sandisfield, Berkshire Co., MA:
166 184 Edward Whitney 26 M - Blacksmith $400 Mass. Alvira Whitney 18 F - Mass. Jane Whitney 2 F - Mass. Hiram Whitney 1 M - Mass. Lucy Whitney 60 F - Mass.
349 326 Whitney Wid. Lucy 64 F - Mass. Whitney Edward A. 31 M - Mechanic " Whitney Elvira H. 25 F - " Whitney Jane E. 7 F - " Whitney Hiram E. 5 M - " Whitney Wilbur L. 4 M - " Whitney Mary A. 2y 1m F - "
1860, widow Lucy not found.
All data imported from Frederick Clifton Pierce, The Descendants of John Whitney, Who Came from London, England, to Watertown, Massachusetts, in 1635, (Chicago: 1895), p. 194.
1. ^ "Massachusetts Vital Records, 1841–1910," from original records held by the Massachusetts Archives. Online database: New England Historic Genealogical Society, 2004; volume 14, page 33.
2. ^ "John Whitney & Lucy Chamberlain, m. 1 Jan 1810, [Henniker,] NH," according to New Hampshire, Vital Records, Marriage Index.
3. ^ "Massachusetts Vital Records, 1841–1910," from original records held by the Massachusetts Archives. Online database: New England Historic Genealogical Society, 2004; volume 165, page 54.
4. ^ "Emeline [Whitney], d. John and Lucy, [born] Mar. 3, 1810, in Henniker, N.H.," according to Capt. Elizur Yale Smith, Vital Records of Sandisfield, Massachusetts, to the Year 1850 (Rutland, VT: Tuttle Publishing Company, 1936). Also, New Hampshire, Vital Records, Birth Index.
5. ^ "Lucy [Whitney], d. John and Lucy, [born] May 26, 1811, in Henniker, N.H.," according to Sandisfield Vital Records.
6. ^ "Livonia [Whitney], d. John and Lucy, [born] April 16, 1813, in Henniker, N.H.," according to Sandisfield Vital Records.
7. ^ "John Hammond [Whitney], s. John and Lucy, [born] July 26, 1815," according to Sandisfield Vital Records.
8. ^ "Lorenzo Chamberlin [Whitney], s. John and Lucy, [born] Sept. 5, 1818," according to Sandisfield Vital Records.
9. ^ "Clarinda [Whitney], d. John and Lucy, [born] June 12, 1821," according to Sandisfield Vital Records.
10. ^ "Massachusetts Vital Records, 1841–1910," from original records held by the Massachusetts Archives. Online database: New England Historic Genealogical Society, 2004; volume 12, page 31.
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2020 Was the Year of the Docuseries
By Greta Bjornson Twitter @greatbjornson Dec 16, 2020 at 2:00pm
Docuseries
Who Was The Night Stalker? What to Know About Richard Ramirez
Stream It Or Skip It: 'Night Stalker: The Hunt For A Serial Killer' On Netflix, About The Killer That Terrorized LA In The '80s And The Cops That Caught Him
Netflix's 'Night Stalker' Tells the True Story of 'American Horror Story's Richard Ramirez
2020 brought many things: $40 bottles of hand sanitizer, toilet paper shortages, even hazmat suits at awards shows. But it wasn't all pandemic doom and gloom — this year also saw the peak of the docuseries, presenting deep dives into familiar stories and new discoveries alike. Between Tiger King and The Last Dance alone, the genre got a sizable boost in popularity unlike any other year.
In a year that felt like an alternate reality, we couldn't get enough of the documentary genre, shaking off the present to live in stories about other eras, lives, experiences — anything but the current moment. And thanks to Netflix, Hulu, HBO and more, we were treated to a new series every month. We checked out of our social distancing reality and dipped into stories of competitive cheer, big cat breeding, and FBI investigations, turning the couch into a time machine and the TV into an immediate escape.
Here's a look back at the most talked about, engrossing and transformative series of the year, month-by-month.
'Cheer'
Cheer's soundtrack alternates between the loud thwack of flesh hitting a mat and the echo of shouts in an empty gym, teammates hyping each other up on the sidelines. We began the year with a series that captures both the grit behind the scenes and the high spirit of cheerleading, a sport that's too often relegated to the sidelines and dismissed as a glittery and superficial, associated with high school mean girls from teen movies. But spend one episode with the Navarro cheer squad and you'll see they're some of the most talented and determined athletes of all. Led by their coach Monica Aldama, who serves as both a mother figure and a no-bullshit leader in the gym, the Navarro team kicks, flips and spins their way to college nationals, hoping to win big. 2020 turned out to be a dumpster fire of a year, but at least we got to start it off with Cheer and its hefty dose of inspiration.
Stream Cheer on Netflix
'McMillions'
Photo: HBO
Money, McDonalds, Mafia — McMillions is a true crime triple threat. When February rolled around, we were tuning into the Mark Wahlberg produced HBO series, which tells the story of the McDonalds Monopoly scheme that took place between the late '80s and early 2000s, allowing one man to steal over $20 million from the company over the years. With its cast of unforgettable characters and twisty true crime story that could be straight out of a movie, the series uses six episodes to take a deep dive into the investigation that brought down a carefully orchestrated heist and the man at the center of it all, Jerry Jacobson.
Stream McMillions on HBO and HBO Max
'Tiger King'
Photo: Courtesy of NETFLIX
It was only appropriate that a series as off the rails as Tiger King premiered in March, when life as we knew it became obsolete. It seemed that between panic buying toilet paper and wiping our phones down with Lysol, all we could do was talk about how unhinged Joe Exotic was or debate if Carol Baskin was guilty of murder or simply got a bad edit. The Netflix miniseries chronicles the life and downfall of Joe Exotic, a zoo owner and self professed animal lover whose infatuation with big cats leads to all sorts of trouble. Love it or hate it, Tiger King emerged as one of the year's most infamous and defining docuseries, inspiring more spinoff projects and think pieces than anything else in the genre.
Stream Tiger King on Netflix
'The Last Dance'
Photo: Courtesy ESPN/Netflix
As April set in, we got the sense we'd be in this for the long haul, slashing hopes of returning to the office, catching a concert, or watching a live game. But before sports fans could suffer too long of a content drought, along came The Last Dance, ESPN's docuseries about the 1997 Chicago Bulls and their season of victory. Filmed partially when the Bulls allowed a crew to follow them for the 1997-98 season, The Last Dance uses never before seen footage from behind the scenes to tell the story of one of basketball's greats. Over the course of 10 episodes, The Last Dance explores the life and legacy of Jordan, who makes plenty of appearances in the series along with guests like "Former Chicago Resident" Barack Obama.
Where to watch The Last Dance
'Trial By Media'
Feeding our insatiable appetite for stories ripped from the headlines, Netflix gave us Trial By Media in May, kicking off a summer of similar docuseries dedicated to true crime. The series, which comes from executive producer George Clooney, uses six court cases to examine the media's effect on the outcome of a trial. Diving into cases like the Bernhard Goetz shootings, Amadou Diallo's murder, and Governor Rod Blagojevich's corruption trial, Trial By Media unpeels another layer of our nation's criminal justice system that's often overlooked by other shows in the genre.
Stream Trial By Media on Netflix
''I'll Be Gone in the Dark'
HBO's haunting I'll Be Gone in the Dark provided an escape from our long, hot covid summer. At first glance, it's a true crime series about the search for the Golden State Killer, a notorious criminal responsible for multiple rapes and murders in California in the '70s and '80s. But I'll Be Gone in the Dark is really about the story of Michelle McNamara, the dogged author set on cracking the case and identifying the killer decades later. Liz Garbus' series follows the writer's investigation and obsession with the case, which was cut short when McNamara died of an accidental overdose in 2016. Just years later, the Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo, was identified and brought to justice.
Stream I'll Be Gone in the Dark on HBO and HBO Max
'Unsolved Mysteries'
A reboot of the classic series Unsolved Mysteries stood in for our summer blockbuster this year, inspiring a whole new generation of crime-cracking sleuths who gobbled up each episode when they all dropped on Netflix in July. Missing a host but keeping that same chilling factor and gripping storytelling as the original series, the new batch of Unsolved Mysteries episodes introduced us to mind-bending cases about UFOs, suspicious hotel deaths, and inexplicable disappearances. Thankfully, the show reported a slew of tips submitted to unsolved.com, hopefully helping to soon mark some of the cases as solved.
Stream Unsolved Mysteries on Netflix
'The Vow'
The story of the NXIVM cult got the small screen treatment twice this year, but The Vow was first to premiere in late summer. The HBO series follows defectors of the infamous "self help organization" who left when they realized the sinister truth hiding under NXIVM's shiny exterior of celebrities and sashes. Over the course of nine episodes, The Vow chronicles Sarah Edmonson and Mark Vicente's exits from the now notorious cult and their fight to save others still trapped inside under the leadership of manipulative and abusive NXIVM founder Keith Raniere.
Stream The Vow on HBO and HBO Max
'Challenger: The Final Flight'
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Netflix kicked began the fall TV season with Challenger: The Final Flight, a moving limited series about the devastating Challenger explosion of 1986 that killed all seven crew members onboard, including civilian teacher Christa McAuliffe. Challenger: The Final Flight begins with the national tragedy and examines why and how it happened, illuminating the historical loss for those who weren't alive when it happened and offering more answers to those who lived through it. Across four episodes, the series honors the lives of those who died, creating a beautiful and touching tribute to McAuliffe, Gregory Jarvis, Judith Resnik, Dick Scobee, Ronald McNair, Mike Smith, and Ellison Onizuka.
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'Seduced'
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While August brought us The Vow, October offered a new perspective on NXIVM with Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult, a Starz series that turned a more critical eye on Raniere and gave a voice and a platform to his victims. The series features the story of survivor India Oxenberg — the daughter of Dynasty actress Catherine Oxenberg who is also featured in The Vow — and many other women who were abused and controlled by Raniere. Through Seduced, those who stayed silent for years bravely use their experiences to reveal how the cult overtook their lives and sense of being.
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'Eater's Guide to the World'
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November wasn't an easy month, but at least we got the delightful Eater's Guide to the World, a new series that's part Travel Channel wanderlust, part classic cooking show, and all delicious. The Hulu series travels from Casablanca to Hell's Kitchen to explore how food connects us, shapes our culture and of course, keeps us going. Assisted by some cheeky narration courtesy of Maya Rudolph, Eater's Guide to the World takes us into the kitchens of Portland, the jungles of Costa Rica, and the ceviche stalls of Tijuana to create a virtual food vacation so enjoyable and escapist, you'll forget you didn't really hop on a plane for the journey.
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'Heaven's Gate: The Cult Of Cults'
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It's December, and we finally made it to the end! To close out 2020, HBO dropped Heaven's Gate: The Cult Of Cults, a four-part series about the infamous cult that ended in tragedy when nearly 40 members were found dead in San Diego, all dressed in identical jogging outfits and the same style Nike sneakers. Heaven's Gate follows the cult from its very beginnings in the '70s all the way up to that fateful day in 1997 when members were promised a trip on a spaceship but instead were led to their deaths. Using interviews with experts, plus former members, the series answers questions about why people joined and more importantly, why they stayed.
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Q: CSOM - Get all site collections for a Web Application How to get all site collections for a web application using CSOM(SharePoint on-premises). There are ways to do the same for SharePoint online. But I couldn't find a way to do it for SharePoint on-premises.

A: I dont think there is any direct option to get list of all site collection in CSOM (SharePoint on-premises) as CSOM can access only site collection or below level objects. But you can always try to use some webservice and call it from your client side code.

A: You need to use SSOM code, shown as following:
public static SPSite GetSite(SPFarm farm, string absoluteUrl, bool isThrowErrorIfDoesntExist)
        {
            SPSite site = null;
            try
            {
                // 初始化
                if (farm == null) { throw new Exception("SPFarm passed is null"); }
                if (!Validation.IsValidUrl(absoluteUrl)) { throw new Exception("url passed is invalid"); }
                absoluteUrl = absoluteUrl.ToLower().Trim();

                foreach (SPService service in farm.Services)
                {
                    if (service is SPWebService)
                    {
                        SPWebService webService = (SPWebService)service;
                        foreach (SPWebApplication webApp in webService.WebApplications)
                        {
                            foreach (SPSite _site in webApp.Sites)
                            {
                                if (_site.Url.ToLower().Trim() == absoluteUrl)
                                {
                                    site = _site;
                                    break;
                                }
                            }
                        }
                    }
                }

                if (site == null && isThrowErrorIfDoesntExist) { throw new Exception("Failed to find site using url: " + absoluteUrl); }
            }
            catch (Exception ex)
            {
                Log.WriteError("uilryujgcxf5yfdh", ex, "url: " + absoluteUrl);
                site = null;
            }
            return site;
        }

A: I never did this in CSOM but using Microsoft.SharePoint.Administration you can access a SPWebApplication wich contains a property called Sites wich contains a collection of every site collection in this web application. As mentioned i never used it in CSOM before so i don't know if it's possible.

A: I don't think you can do that in CSOM.
However you can do that with a SharePoint Core Solution project and write a feature which does that.
It is old technology, but it still works.
You can use the following code to loop through the site collection:
SPWebApplication webApplication = SPContext.Current.Site.WebApplication;
SPSiteCollection siteCollections = webApplication.Sites;

foreach (SPSite siteCollection in siteCollections)
{
    Label1.Text += siteCollection.Url + "<BR>";

    siteCollection.Close();
}

A: There is a way to do this using CSOM but it does require access to your SharePoint_Config database (or whatever you have named it in your environment). If you have your farm credentials, you should also be able to find the GUIDs you need using PowerShell for the Web Application for which you are trying to access.
Get-SPWebApplication <webapplicationUrl> | Format-List *

This should give you the GUID of the web application for which you are trying to fetch the site collections.
Next:
using System.Data.SqlClient;
using Microsoft.SharePoint.Client;
//and all your other "using"'s for your application

//first, get your connection string from your app.json file
string connString = System.Configuration.ConfigurationManager.ConnectionStrings["CONNECTIONSTR"].ToString();
//get webAppId from your powershell command and store it in webAppId setting in your app settings
string sitesQueryString = "SELECT [Path] FROM [Sharepoint_CONFIG].[dbo].[SiteMap] WHERE [ApplicationId] = '" + ConfigurationManager.AppSettings["webAppId"].ToString() + "'";
//also store webAppUrl in appsettings
string webapp = ConfigurationManager.AppSettings["webAppUrl"].ToString();

//retrieve sites into DataTable object
DataTable dtSites = new DataTable();
SqlConnection sqlConn = new SqlConnection(connString);
SqlDataAdapter sqlDASites = new SqlDataAdapter(sitesQueryString, sqlConn);
sqlDASites.Fill(dtSites);
//Iterate through sites (actually, their root webs).
foreach (DataRow site in dtSites.Rows)
{
    Console.WriteLine("Site: " + webapp + site["Path"].ToString());

    ClientContext clientContext = new ClientContext(webapp + "/" +
    site["Path"].ToString());
    Web web = clientContext.Web;
    clientContext.Load(web);
    clientContext.ExecuteQuery();

    //to get parent site collection, use (I might be wrong about this)
    Site site = clientContext.Current.Site;
    clientContext.Load(site);
    clientContext.ExecuteQuery();
}

Hope this helps!

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Luck and application key for Sunderland – Advocaat
Written By Matthew Scott
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Sunderland were thankful for more than just good fortune in a victory sealed by two deflected goals, according to Dick Advocaat after Saturday's 2-0 win at Everton.
Danny Graham and Jermain Defoe were on target at Goodison Park with fortuitous touches from team-mates' efforts on goal.
However, having seen his side soak up wave after wave of Everton pressure to pick up a crucial three points in their fight to stay in the Premier League, Advocaat made sure to praise his players.
"It was not a great game on our side, but in the end it was very effective. In the end all that matters is the result, but we were lucky today," he said.
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"Everton had some moments they outplayed us, but our back five and the goalkeeper played really well, they played well last week but they had more problems today.
"We have three points, I'll try to forget the negative things.
"It was not only luck, it was the way we worked very, very hard, defence stood strong. You can see if you have the commitment to give everything against a better team you can still get results.
"A few days ago it was Everton 3-0 Manchester United, and today it is Everton Sunderland 0-2 so that's good."
Defoe, who played much of the game in a hugely unfamiliar wing-back role, was singled out for special praise.
"It was not his favourite position but we are in a situation where we have to give everything for the club to stay up," Advocaat added
"But it's very positive and he can score as well he can give himself a boost. He had the freedom to go away from the position, and come inside. It was very positive.
"If you play with three up front the defensive line from the other side have to be careful as well."


Since its launch at the last AR World Championships excitement has been building about the newest race in the AR World Series – Expedition India!
It is the first ARWS race of the year (starting March 20th) and is a rare chance to race in the spellbinding scenery of the Himalaya. Plus there is still the option of an early entry fee of just $3000 per team until Jan 31st.
The race offers the challenge and reward of racing in the Himalayan foothills and immersion in a rich and religious culture, all prepared with the detail and care for teams which is the Kinetic Adventure trademark.
After many years organising Expedition Africa the Kinetic team, lead by Stephan and Heidi Muller, has received backing from the state of Himachal Pradesh, The Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry and the National Tourism Ministry. The race is also very proud to announce that Mr. KJ Alphons, Hon'ble Minister of Tourism for the Government of India will be at the finish line to receive some of the teams.
The 450km course will run from the adventure sports Mecca of Manali in the Kullu valley to the town of Shimla, one of the most popular visitor destinations in India. It will include two memorable rafting legs and the maximum altitude will be 3000m.
Manali is at an altitude of 2000m and offers visitors rafting on the Beas river, climbing and skiing among surrounding peaks and trekking opportunities in the forests and nearby Greater Himalayan National Park.
From here the race will pass through pine and deodar forests rich in wildlife, where every ridge has a view of endless snow capped peaks.
The race finishes in the old Raj summer retreat of Shimla, now the capital of Himachal Pradesh. The town's mix of modern and historic Anglo Indian architecture on steep terraces set between the plains and the Himalaya make it one of India's must-see destinations.
The first exploratory Expedition India was held 2 years ago in Kashmir and British racer Daniel Murphy took part and knows what teams racing this year can expect.
"Racing in India is like nowhere else, the combination of the different culture along with the amazing beauty of the countryside make this a race not to be missed.
"We really enjoyed racing in India, the people, the food, the stunning scenery and the always excellent race organisation.
The teams already entered are looking forward to all that the race has to offer as well.
Thunderbolt AR from Australia commented; "We are all super excited about Expedition India. We know from racing Expedition Africa in 2017 that Stephan and Heidi run a great race and look after athletes so well.
Number 3 ranked team in the world, Naturex of France, are also looking forward to taking part as Romy Viale explains.
"Expedition India appeals to us as it's a period without many races and it's the first of the season so it's well placed in the schedule. Also we know that Heidi and Stephan do a really good job thinking of the teams' comfort and attending to all the race details.
You can find all the race details at www.expedition-india.com. Inclusive race dates are March 20th-30th and online entry is available.
Entries are first come first served and priced at $3000 until January 31st and $4000 from Feb 1st to 25th. Entry includes all accommodation and transfers, logistical support and two rafting stages plus much more.


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10 New Venues in New York for Winter Meetings and Events
These restaurants, hotels, conference centers, outdoor spaces and more in New York are suited for meetings and events this winter.
By: Beth Kormanik
Here's a look at new New York eateries, nightclubs, outdoor venues, conference areas, private rooms and other spaces for all types of winter meetings and events. The new and renovated venues in New York are available for corporate parties, fund-raisers, business dinners, teambuilding activities, client entertaining, meetings, weddings and more.
Kixby Hotel
Located in Herald Square, the Kixby Hotel opened in November. Formerly Hotel Metro, the rebranded property features redesigned public spaces from Rockwell Group and 195 guest rooms that boast 10-foot ceilings. The property is also home to the Lookup, a 2,200-square-foot rooftop bar; Lot 15 bar and lounge with seating for 70; and Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer, home of the Instagram-beloved milkshake creations.
Photo: Melissa Hom Photography
Museum of Ice Cream
Evolving from its start as a wildly successful pop-up, the Museum of Ice Cream now exists in permanent form in Soho. Opened in December, the new location is an Instagram playground with bold, mostly pink design and lightly interactive exhibits. After walking through a retail store and scoop shop, the self-guided experience begins with guests choosing an "ice cream name" and then exploring exhibits that riff on banana splits, sprinkles, honey, cones, and even a New York subway car. Private events are available, as are group rates. For buyouts, the venue holds more than 50 guests. Groups also can book a Morning Swim, which offers full private access to the Sprinkle Pool with as many as 40 guests.
Photo: Nicole Franzen
The Empire State Building's new Observatory Experience on the 80th floor, the culmination of a four-year, $165 million renovation, debuted in November. The 13,000-square-foot observatory has six multimedia exhibits that include virtual-reality powered viewfinders that show off points of interest such as Central Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square; a commissioned piece by the architectural artist Stephen Wiltshire; a video feature on the building's light shows by lighting designer Marc Brickman; and touch-screen kiosks programmed by NYC & Co. to suggest tourist attractions and restaurants. Empire State Realty Trust also renovated the second-floor museum and 102nd-floor observatory so it now has full-length windows from which to gaze over the city.
Photo: Courtesy of Empire State Realty Trust
Big Snow American Dream
Big Snow American Dream, North America's first indoor real-snow ski and snowboard park, opened December 5 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The 180,000-square-foot snow center features an indoor, temperature-controlled "mountain" with a slope that measures 1,000 feet long and 200 feet wide with a 160-foot vertical drop. It has one four-seat chair lift as well as two moving carpet surface lifts and one surface platter lift. The facility is available for private groups and offers teambuilding options. It's located in the long-anticipated American Dream entertainment and shopping center, which eventually will include DreamWorks Water Park, a 300-foot-tall observation wheel, and a theater. The Nickelodeon Universe theme park and an ice-skating rink are already open.
Photo: Angela Pham & Kelly Taub/BFA.com
Conrad Midtown
Hilton's luxury Conrad brand has opened a second property in New York. Formerly the London hotel, Conrad New York Midtown has been renovated with design by Stonehill Taylor and now features 562 suites, including the 3,000-square-foot Penthouse on 54 with views of Central Park. One notable perk: In a luxe twist on room service, guests can order Petrossian caviar tastings to their suites. The hotel's restaurant, Dabble, has a private dining room that serves as event space. Called Plume, it seats 75 or holds 100 for receptions. The hotel opened in October.
Photo: David Mitchell
The Market Line
Celebrating today's culinary diversity with the Lower East Side's rich history of immigrants, The Market Line food hall opened in November. The 150,000-square-foot venue spans three city blocks and, once finished in 2021, will be the largest in New York City. Among the 30 local vendors are seafood specialist Essex Pearl, an outpost of Nom Wah tea parlor, the pizza spot Slice Joint, and the Grand Delancey - Neighborhood Restaurant Group's newest concept, and the beer mecca the Grand Delancey, which will offer some 1,200 different beers through a 50-tap draft system. In the second phase of the Market Line, plans call for adding a live music venue.
Photo: QuallsBenson
Etc.venues 360 Madison
The London-based conference venue company Etc.venues is opening its first U.S. location at 360 Madison Ave. this month. The midtown spot, near Grand Central, will cover 45,000 square feet across two connected floors and 10 rooms. The venue offers in-house catering, large-screen media walls that can be used for branding, and other technology including high-speed Wi-Fi. The venue's maximum capacity is 700 people, and its largest room, the Venture Suite, holds 337 people theater style or 150 in a classroom setup. The venue is the first of three Etc.venues slated to open this year, with another at 601 Lexington Ave. and the third to come downtown.
Rendering: Courtesy of Etc.venues 360 Madison
Lavan 541
Lavan 541, a new event space from the event planning and production company Eventique, boasts polished concrete floors and white walls where event planners can bring their own vision to the space. The 5,000-square-foot venue is split into two main areas: the pre-function space, which has a built-in bar, holds about 150 people, while the skylight space—named for its mounted skylight, holds about 100. Used together, the venue holds 250 people overall for reception-style events; there's also a V.I.P. suite with a private restroom. Audiovisual amenities include an integrated sound and lighting systems that include 270-degree projection mapping in one of its rooms. Located among Chelsea's art galleries, the venue is within walking distance of the Javits Center, Hudson Yards, and the Highline. It opened this fall.
Photo: Courtesy of Lavan 541
Convene 225 Liberty Street
Convene, the conference center specialists, opened its 30th location, a 73,000-square-foot venue in the downtown mall Brookfield Place in the former Saks Fifth Avenue. Convene 225 Liberty Street is spread over two levels: Hall 1 on the lower level, which seats 615 theater style or holds 700 for receptions, and Hall 2 on the upper level, which seats 479 theater style or holds about 500 for receptions. There are also four smaller Hub rooms as well as ample pre-function space. The halls are distinctively round spaces and are equipped with audiovisual and other technology. Overall, the venue can hold 1,000 people. In-house catering is available, as is a retail coffee shop and café. Other amenities include a green room and dedicated coat check area. The venue opened on December 11.
Photo: Courtesy of Convene
Marble Dessert Bar
For a sweet event, Marble Dessert Bar opened in September in the West Village. The 14-seat dessert bar from chefs and owners Mauro Pompili and Maya Sittisuntorn offers treats like lemon blueberry tarts and pistachio croissants during the day, then shifts to a four-course, prix-fixe dessert menu during the evening. It includes an amuse bouche, a main dessert, a palate cleanser, and three petit-fours. There's an optional wine pairing. The sophisticated simplicity of desserts like chocolate with sea salt and soba cha foam is matched in the design, with a simple marble bar top and globular copper lighting fixtures.
Photo: Courtesy of Marble Dessert Bar
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Dr. Chan explains why COVID cases are high in NH, outbreaks in schools and what's next
Karen Dandurant
CONCORD — Everyone is tired of COVID-19, but we are not out of the woods yet. New Hampshire is averaging more than 500 new coronavirus cases a day and current hospitalizations were over 200 at mid-week. State epidemiologist Dr. Benjamin Chan said if we remain vigilant, things will get better.
"I don't think COVID-19 will ever go entirely away," Chan said in an interview with Seacoastonline and Foster's Wednesday. "But I do think we can reach a point where it is more manageable."
Chan answered a series of questions on the trajectory of the pandemic, raised concern about COVID-19 outbreaks in New Hampshire schools, urged vaccinations, including for children, and offered his guidance for families for the upcoming holidays.
It seems like cases of COVID-19 are increasing in New Hampshire while other states are seeing decreases. Why is that?
"The national trend is showing some decreases, but New Hampshire and other northern states are still seeing increases. If you look at the CDC maps, there has always been some differences in spread by area. We tend to see surges first in the southern states and then it spreads north, so there is a disparity. It is a difference in timing, so we see a delay."
How does our levels of transmission compare to other New England states?
"There are a lot of trajectories in that answer, but we are all still seeing higher levels than in other parts of the country. Vermont has a similar trajectory to us. Connecticut has been seeing some decreases, as has Maine. Overall, we are comparable in nature."
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Where does New Hampshire stand in terms of COVID cases?
"The level of community transmission remains high/substantial. In the past week, over seven days, we saw an average of 500 to 550 cases daily. Hospitalizations are high, about 200 cases statewide, so we are still seeing the impacts. We are seeing impacts on K-12 schools, with more outbreaks and clusters. During the past two months, September and October, we saw over 150 outbreaks and clusters in schools, affecting 1,500 students and staff. That is not counting individual cases."
What are your thoughts on the pushback by parents when it comes to kids wearing masks in schools?
"The state's position on schools is to leave it to local control. I understand that people want this to be over. They are tired of the pandemic, but we are still in this and the risk is still present. We still need to take mitigation steps based on what is happening in a school district."
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Is the delta variant still the most prevalent strain we are seeing?
"Yes. If you look at the genomic survey data, 99% of the cases we are seeing is due to delta. There are other variants we watch, including the new AY.4.2, which is being referred to as delta plus, but so far none are more predominant than delta."
It seems that currently we have the highest levels of transmission since last January. Is that true?
"We haven't yet reached the levels we saw last winter, in December, January and February. Cases are higher than we saw previously. I'd say we are between what we saw in the winter and this past April."
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Recently Governor Chris Sununu predicted a bad winter as people move toward more indoor activities. Do you agree?
"Anytime people are moving indoors, the risk will increase for all types of respiratory viruses. We will have COVID but also RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), and influenza. So yes, the concern is there. I encourage people to get vaccinated, to get booster shots, flu shots and when available, have children vaccinated."
Is there an end in sight? Will 2022 be any better?
"We expect we will not eliminate this virus entirely. There will always be some risk, but I do think we can get back to some level of normal if we stay vigilant. I am optimistic. With vaccines coming for kids 5-11, with us looking at ways to vaccinate kids as young as six months down the road; I think it will be a strong key to getting back to our lives."
Children age 5-11 will soon be able to get the COVID vaccine. Is it safe for them?
"I think vaccinating children will have a huge benefit in controlling this virus. It might help get around some of the divisiveness we are seeing surrounding schools. It is absolutely safe, and I strongly recommend doing this."
(New Hampshire has released a COVID-19 map for sites expected to have vaccine available for children ages 5-11 as soon as it is approved.)
The state recently turned down $27 million in federal funds earmarked for COVID. Will that hinder vaccination efforts?
"Certainly not having that money will impact our response. Some of that was to be used to set up clinics, so that is discouraging. It will also impact our ability to track vaccine rollout. We still have some commercial pharmacies who are not yet reporting into the state. It's hard to track completely at this point.
Are you surprised the pandemic has lasted this long?
"I think there are several different emotions here. There is frustration and I know everyone is tired. I am a little surprised at the rate of the earlier rise and at the higher levels we are still seeing because of delta. Without the delta variant; I think things would have gone better. Delta threw us for a loop."
What advice/guidance can you offer New Hampshire families as we enter the holiday season, for gatherings, for travel?
"Some families will need to make difficult decisions, especially if kids or other family members are not vaccinated. I would say get the vaccine as soon as you are eligible. For smaller family gatherings, assess the risk. For larger gatherings the same applies but if traveling, if you will be inside in public spaces, wear a mask. Practice social distancing as much as possible. If using public conveyances, masks are federally mandated. When you return home, monitor for symptoms and get tested if you think you are at risk.
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What is your best advice?
"No one thing will completely stop or control this. So, I would advocate for multiple measures, including the vaccine but also continuing mitigation measures. In March 2020, we focused on testing, on contact tracing. We moved to mitigation like masking, hand hygiene and social distancing. They are all important measures and we cannot stop them yet. We are still in the process of getting the vaccine out and until we reach a high enough level of people vaccinated, we need to keep mitigation efforts designed to reduce transmission in place.


For three years, Misa Hayami had lived in disguise, making her living and trying to stay alive in the underbelly of Tokyo. The murders of two high school girls had inevitably exposed her identity. How could she get away from the dangers that were to come? And could she finally unveil the dark secret behind her mother's death? Would more people have to sacrifice themselves for her crusade?
The Secrets of the Pachinko Girl is the latest release of the Tokyo Faces psychological thriller book series by award-winning novelist, Vann Chow. The first book of the series, The Pachinko Girl, has been awarded the equivalent of an ebook Oscar by the world's largest online book reading platform in 2016, beating hundreds of thousands of submission by new writers all over the world. The book follows a cast of characters Carson Smith, the middle-aged American businessman, Tanaka Ryuuji, the disillusioned movie director, and Itsuki Miyazaki the corrupted detective in breakthrough multiple-first-person narrative technique in the journey across Japan to uncover the secrets behind a series of murders involving Misa Hayami and her biological father, Doctor Hasegawa. The book promises to run like a serialized television thriller and will left you breathless and surprised at every page such that you won't stop thinking about it.
On top of its entertainment value, the Tokyo Faces series by Vann Chow attempted to explore a slew of human rights issues, in particular women's right in conservative Asian countries. The feministic struggle of Japanese women between their inclination to adhere to traditional family gender roles and their unfulfilled desires to make something of themselves and come out from the shadows of men is one of the major themes of the series. Wrapped in psychological medical drama, the secrets of the Pachinko Girl and her family slowly unravels as the series develops, bringing awareness to the cultural and social problems faced by the silenced minority in Japan.
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Retrograde motion is an interesting phenomenon in astrology practice. The term describes an optical effect that occurs when one body is moving faster than another body and from the perspective of the faster body, it appears as if the other body is "moving backward." Consider you are driving and going 75 miles per hour (mph)/120 kilometers per hour (kph) and you start to pass a car going 60 mph/96 kph. You turn to look at the driver, and from your point of view, it looks like the driver is moving backward. That is a retrograde motion. Since we view the solar system from an Earth-centric position (your birthplace/date/time on Earth), from time-to-time, all the bodies except the Sun, which is the actual center of the solar system and the Moon, which revolves around the Earth (and not the Sun), will have periods where they "appear" to move backward in the sky. This periodic "change in perspective" means something interesting and useful in astrological practice. This article and others will explore the retrograde effect for specific points when they change from direct motion to retrograde motion in any given month.
Nearly every month a body in the sky will "go retrograde" or "go direct" (after being retrograde). This article will explain the three phases of observed movement for a planet or asteroid from our viewpoint on Earth. If we were to view the solar system from its true center, the Sun, no astronomical body would show retrograde motion. All motion would appear direct. In truth, even from the view of Earth, all motion IS direct; our relocation of position from the center is reframing the perception of a consistent effect. We see planets and asteroids in direct motion most of the time, in retrograde motion a portion of the time, and in a stationary state ("stand still") for a very small portion of the time.
The most famous retrograde is Mercury Retrograde. This article is not going to interpret this phenomenon, but I will use it to illustrate the general percentages of direct, retrograde, and stationary periods. Mercury takes 88 days to go around the Sun and approximately a year to go completely through the Zodiac. So, roughly once a year Mercury will return to the same degree and sign as your birth, known as a Mercury Return.To give you a sense of scale, Saturn returns to its degree and sign between 28 and 29 years of your life and again at 56 to 58. In most calendar years Mercury will retrograde three times for three weeks each time (so in 2019, from 3/5 to 3/28, 7/7 to 8/2, and 10/31 to 11/20).
Out of 52 weeks in the calendar year, 9 of them will see Mercury Retrograde. Only 3 or 4 days out of the year account for the stationary period when Mercury is moving from direct to retrograde. Consider that humans tend to love rare commodities or experiences, so people born during a Mercury Stationary period will be the rarest of charts. Mercury Retrograde people will be far more common than Stationary Mercury people, but not nearly as common as Direct Mercury people (D=82%, R=17%, S=1%).
So, what does retrograde motion mean in terms of astrological interpretation? It means a lot of "re's": relax, reflect, re-evaluate, restore, rest, recuperate, review, re-establish, retract, and so on. In other words, slow down!! Think of direct energy like a highway speed, in the US the top speed limit is 85 mph in Texas, and in most countries, the top speed is 130 kph (excepting famously, the autobahn, in Germany, which boasts no speed limit). Now imagine that the highway is coming to a section where it will run through or around a major city, requiring drivers to slow down. The need to change the speed limit to a slower speed because of a change in the energy of the surrounding area (from open to more congested) is the perfect metaphor for the meaning of retrograde periods in astrology.
How much you need to slow down will depend on the specifics of the retrograde by point and sign. Now here's the crucial point (emphasis mine): retrograde motion is normal; it is part of the normal cycle of planetary observation. You can do anything during a retrograde period you can do during a direct period IF YOU MIND THE SPEED LIMIT! The reason problems arise for individuals, a company, or a country during a retrograde is because they do not adjust to the change in the energy and thus DO NOT ADJUST TO THE NEW SPEED LIMIT! Imagine the kind of trouble you would get into if you are driving at autobahn speeds through the part of a city or town where a school is situated, and at a time when the school is taking in or letting out students!
A simple way to understand the meaning of the motions is to think of direct energy as being … well … direct. Retrograde motion holds back, reviews, retracts and waits before acting. Stationary can act or react depending on circumstance or the choice of the person. Think of it this way: if a situation calls for "waiting to react" and the person's point needed in the situation (say, communicating and thus Mercury) is direct, the person will try to solve the situation by "acting directly". Since it is their natural expression, it does become a "one size fits all" approach. The same is true for the person with a point that is retrograde. In a situation calling for action, they will consistently feel inclined to react.
Now, thanks to human will, consciousness, and the ability to learn, direct energy people can learn to wait and reacting energy people can learn to take the initiative, but it not "feel natural to them". It will be a learned behavior. The people with stationary energy for a point will have the ability to be more flexible. Consider this comparison, most people are right-handed (90%), a clear number is left-handed (9%), and true ambidexterity is pretty rare (1%). Numbers all pretty close to direct, retrograde, and stationary. I know many a left-handed person required to adapt to writing with their right hand "back in the day" when handwriting was an essential tool of communication (i.e., pre-computers and cell phones).
Below are a few examples of the general interpretation of a point in your chart and what it would mean if that point is direct, retrograde, or stationary.
Mercury Direct "speaks up or out". Mercury Retrograde likes to process before speaking or wants to be invited to speak. A Mercury Stationary person can invite the Mercury Retrograde person into the conversation or give the Mercury Direct person room to start the conversation.
Venus Direct extends to connect. Venus Retrograde "makes itself attractive". A Venus Stationary person can reach out to a Venus Retrograde or make himself/herself attractive to a Venus Direct person.
Mars Direct takes action! Mars Retrograde is waiting to be "triggered" into action. A Mars Stationary person can take the lead if no one else steps up or step back when someone else really wants to take charge.
As with all things astrological and miles and miles past your Sun sign, knowing which points in your chart are direct, retrograde, or stationary can help you get a deeper and more useful understanding of yourself and how you are likely to respond to or take action in life.


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Liz Gleadle surprised many in her Olympic debut at London 2012 when she became the first Canadian woman to qualify for an Olympic javelin final since 1968. She was also Canada's first female Olympian in javelin since 1988. But she had her true breakout season in 2014, after having missed all of 2013 with a back injury. She broke her Canadian record twice, finished fifth at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, won bronze at the IAAF Continental Cup, and won gold at the Birmingham Grand Prix Diamond League event, competing against an elite international field. She improved her Canadian record to 64.83m in May 2015 before going on to win gold at the Pan Am Games in Toronto. Later that summer, she made the final in her IAAF World Championship debut and won silver at the Diamond League final in Zurich, defeating the new world champion. Gleadle competed at her second Olympic Games at Rio 2016. In 2017, Gleadle reached the finals at the IAAF World Championships, despite suffering from tendinitis in her throwing arm that would eventually end her season early. Gleadle has won eight Canadian titles in javelin, including a streak of wins that extends back to 2014.
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Getting into the Sport: Threw her first javelin in her grade 8 gym class… Was invited to try out for the track team when she was the only one who didn't flip it or hit herself in the back of the head… Decided to focus on track and field in 2004 and competed at the 2005 IAAF World Youth Championships just one year later… Made the difficult but necessary move to Lethbridge for training in 2011, fueling her Olympic desires… Outside Interests: Graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology… Enjoys reading autobiographies and books on health and nutrition, baking (makes a mean gluten/dairy/sugar-free banana bread) and cooking (while trying to not burn the house down)… During the off-season tries to say "yes" to more experiences that she wouldn't do while competing… KidSport ambassador… Odds and Ends: Favourite motto: A goal is just a dream with a plan…
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IAAF World Championships (youth): 2005 – 5th (javelin)
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The BADISCHE STAATSKAPELLE, one of the oldest and most traditional professional orchestras is committed to environmental protection.
Founded in 1662 as the court orchestra of the Baden princely court, which at that time still resided in Durlach, the BADISCHE STAATSKAPELLE developed into an orchestra with great national and international charisma. Famous court conductors such as Franz Danzi, Hermann Levi, Otto Dessoff and Felix Mottl conducted numerous premieres and first performances, e.g. of works by Hector Berlioz, Johannes Brahms and Béla Bartók. In addition, Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss stood at the podium of the Hofkapelle on several occasions. As General Music Director from 2008-2020, Justin Brown focused on cultivating the works of Wagner, Berlioz, Verdi and Strauss, while at the same time designing varied concert schedules, for which he and his team won the "Best Concert Program 2012/13" award from the Deutschen Musikverlegerverband (German Music Publishers Association).
At the start of the 2020/21 season, Georg Fritzsch took over as General Music Director and now supports the commitment to Orchester des Wandels from within the ranks of the orchestra:
"With this initiative, the German professional orchestras and also our BADISCHE STAATSKAPELLE are supplying social discourse on fundamental life issues and enriching it with musical means."
The musicians of the BADISCHE STAATSKAPELLE are proud to be able to make their contribution to climate and nature protection as a member of Orchester des Wandels:
"We can make a difference with what we have learned: making music. In addition to events in the theater, we would like to see joint projects with Karlsruhe institutions that also care about environmental protection. At the same time, it is clear to us that sustainability must be thought of in the long term, which is why we have committed ourselves to membership for ten years. In doing so, we are very much looking forward to meeting people who don't point fingers but are active with a lot of fun and vigor.
Past Climate Concerts of the Badische Staatskapelle Karlsruhe
Appearance versus Reality in the plant kingdom
Botanical Garden of KIT, Karlsruhe, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00pm. On the occasion of the Open Monument Day, the Association of Friends and Patrons of the Botanical Garden of KIT, together with members of the Badische Staatskapelle, invites you to visit the gardens.


F.S. Aijazuddin in his excellent book on Pakistan's role in 1971 U.S.- Chinese rapprochement wrote that "Pakistanis love China for what it can do for them, while China loves Pakistanis despite what they do to themselves." These lines have stood the test of time. In 1965 during the Indo-Pak war, Pakistan sought Chinese assistance and was advised by the Chinese Prime Minister, Zhou Enlai to change its strategy. Since Pakistan was facing a numerically superior army, the advice was to allow the Indians well inside Pakistan's border, be prepared for loss of territory and then attack with full conventional might to break the enemy's backbone and regain territory. An essential component of this strategy was to prepare the Pakistani nation to fight a prolonged people's war, Mao style. But Pakistan was not ready to lose Lahore to India. Moreover, the concept of waging a people's war was alien to Pakistani military strategists. Pakistan did what it knew best and did not follow the Chinese advice.
Once again in 1971, instead of seeking a political settlement to the East Pakistan crisis as per Chinese advice, Pakistan ended up fighting a war with India and lost East Pakistan. By that time, Pak-China informal alliance was almost a decade old. Since then, China has remained aligned with Pakistan despite its vulnerabilities – be they political, economic, or strategic – and never once has it turned around to throw "I told you so" in Pakistan's face. Even though the relationship between the two countries is asymmetric in terms of what one can offer the other, its survival over past decades makes for a remarkable case study of a small state like Pakistan and its stable alliance with a major power like China in a very rough neighborhood. But can Pakistan push the boundaries of its alliance with China to develop a relationship where China would allow Pakistan to use Chinese strategic assets to deter India and enable Pakistan to augment its deterrence?
Certainly Pakistan and China have much to worry about and there should absolutely be no doubts about Indian ambitions in the region. Pakistan understands that in Gwadar lies a strategic opportunity for both China and Pakistan to do what India already assumes they are capable of doing: encircle India and do so effectively. During Chinese President Xi Jingping's recent maiden visit, China and Pakistan inked 51 agreements worth $46 billion for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and various other development and infrastructure projects in Pakistan. Before Xi's visit to Pakistan, there were reports about a Chinese sale of eight submarines to Pakistan but no such agreement has yet been signed by the two countries. Pakistan has five medium sized submarines but it requires new submarine platforms for an assured second strike capability. Acquiring such a capability entails serious budgetary investment and despite an increase in Pakistan's defense budget, it is some years away from developing the sea leg of its strategic triad. While the government of Pakistan is happy about substantial Chinese investment, it must not lose sight of what is strategically important to Pakistan: a sea-based second strike platform.
Management and operation of Gwadar port was given to a Chinese company in 2013 after the Port Singapore Authority (PSA) broke off its agreement of administrative control of Gwadar five years into a forty year agreement. While its submarine development is underway, Pakistan should not waste time in proposing to the Chinese that the port of Gwadar can be used as a docking facility for the Chinese conventional subs helping China conduct its counter-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden more effectively. Look at the map once again: currently Chinese subs stop at the port of Colombo, Sri Lanka for refueling and refreshment of crew before heading to the Gulf of Aden, but once they will be docked at the port of Gwadar their logistical needs will be met in much less time and with shorter distance to the Gulf of Aden – increasing the overall effectiveness of their counter-piracy missions.
India hopes to undermine any advantages Gwadar might provide Pakistan and China by gaining operational control of the Chabahar port in Iran. Chabahar will not only provide India a direct access route to Afghanistan, Central Asia, and beyond, it will also serve as a listening post for India allowing it to monitor Sino-Pak naval activities. What can Pakistan do to ensure that it does not lose the strategic opportunity Gwadar presents? The first and perhaps the single most important thing Pakistan can do is to ensure that development in Balochistan through massive Chinese investment in the region benefits the people of Balochistan before anyone else, listen to Baloch grievances, and involve them in decision-making where development of Balochistan is concerned. The insurgency in Balochistan is Pakistan's Achilles' heel, and while we can tell the world that "external forces" are trying to destabilize the region by aiding Baloch insurgents, we need to start treating Balochistan like the strategic "asset" that it is and protect it at all costs.
One sure way of diluting Indian second-strike advantage against Pakistan and China is by letting Chinese SSBNs also park at Gwadar and patrol Pakistan's territorial waters. As provocative as it may sound, it can provide Pakistan a) relief from having to rush to complete its own naval second-strike submarine platform, and b) allow Pakistan to benefit from deterrence by design that such an arrangement will bring along with it. However, for such an arrangement to work one major assumption would need to hold: that a non-traditional extended deterrence arrangement exists between Pakistan and China, two nuclear weapon states, whereby presence of Chinese SSBNs in Pakistan's territorial waters will not only neutralize India's second-strike advantage against China, but also do the same for Pakistan. I understand that such a unique deterrence arrangement whereby Pakistan benefits from Chinese SSBN presence in the Arabian Sea will raise many eyebrows due to complex regional rivalries, several political sensitivities in the region, and the limitations of China's own strategic doctrine. However, I will risk putting this thought out there in the interest of generating a dialogue on possible extended deterrence arrangements in South Asia that are unique and indigenous to the regional dynamics, and examine their affect on strategic stability in South Asia.
China's presence in the Indian Ocean, Gulf, and the Arabian Sea in coming years is a foregone conclusion. All India and the United States have to do is wait and see how it unfolds. There's no stopping that and Pakistan will have a critical role to play in it. I just hope that Pakistan is smarter about how it strategically aligns with China to offset India's sea-based second-strike advantage.


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What Was That Smell When I Turned The Heat On?
Indeed, we're not talking about a plate of stale, fluffy pancakes — because we're referring to a plate of rotten eggs. If you're not sure what that smells like, then we highly recommend taking a whiff of expired eggs, before tossing them in the garbage, for safety reasons — but why is that?
By chance, if your heating unit happens to have a natural gas leak, then that's the smell it will be reminiscent of. If you inhale this scent, then leave your home as quickly as possible since it can be fatal. Typically, natural gas is known to be odorless — but gas companies add the chemical Mercaptan (harmless) to help homeowners detect a leak. Once you've run to safety, then it's important to call your local gas provider to help cease the poisonous gas.
When you fill up your vehicle's gas tank, typically there's a potent smell that lingers per gallon. In your home, the gas happens to be of a different blend and scent — but it still comes with that evident gas smell. If that's the case, then it's possible that your unit might have a pipe leak.
Unlike that rotten egg smell, you won't have to run out of your home to take precaution — but it's crucial to call Pipe Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc. right away to help repair the problem and keep you out of harm's way. If this smell is avoided for a few hours, then it can turn into a dangerous situation that could have initially been avoided.
When your unit happens to smell as if it's burning, then that's a clear sign that it needs to be shut off, immediately. The reason behind this "electrical nightmare" is that your unit is probably overheating itself when trying to heat your home.
Just like the first two smells mentioned, this is also quite dangerous since it could have the potential to start a fire — which will cause a series of irreversible damage. Of course, there is a possibility that an old air filter is creating the electric-based odor, but if you doubt that's the case, then reach out to our team for assistance as soon as possible.
If you run into any problems with your home's heating unit and prefer to forgo the DIY route, our technicians are here to help! Visit our website to learn more about the services that we offer here at Pipe Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc. or call (865) 518-7008 to speak with a representative directly.


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Samsung Electronics, the world leader in advanced memory technology, announced that it is now mass producing the industry's first 256-gigabyte (GB) embedded memory based on the Universal Flash Storage (UFS) 2.0 standard, for next-generation high-end mobile devices. The newly introduced embedded memory features outstanding performance for mobile devices that exceeds that of a typical SATA-based SSD for PCs.
"By providing high-density UFS memory that is nearly twice as fast as a SATA SSD for PCs, we will contribute to a paradigm shift within the mobile data storage market," said Joo Sun Choi, Executive Vice President, Memory Sales and Marketing, Samsung Electronics. "We are determined to push the competitive edge in premium storage line-ups – OEM NVMe SSDs, external SSDs, and UFS – by moving aggressively to enhance performance and capacity in all three markets."
The new Samsung UFS memory satisfies needs for ultra-fast speed, large data capacity and compact chip size in high-end smartphones. It is based on the company's most advanced V-NAND flash memory chips and a specially-designed high-performance controller. The UFS memory handles up to 45,000 and 40,000 input/output operations per second (IOPS) for random reading and writing respectively, over two times faster than the 19,000 and 14,000 IOPS of the previous generation of UFS memory.
For sequential reading, the 256GB UFS takes advantage of two lanes of data transfer to move data at up to 850MB/s, which is nearly twice as fast as a typical SATA-based SSD used in PCs. In terms of sequential writing, it supports up to 260MB/s, which is approximately three times faster than high-performance external micro SD cards.
As a result, the new 256GB UFS memory is capable of supporting seamless Ultra HD video playback and multitasking functionality on large-screen mobile devices, such as watching 4K Ultra HD movies on a split screen, while searching image files or downloading video clips. Its 256GB capacity also allows an unmatched amount of data storage on the mobile device itself. For example, one 256GB UFS chip can store about 47 full HD movies, therefore enabling much greater flexibility in handheld consumer electronics.
In addition, with the advent of next-generation smartphones that support the USB 3.0 interface, users will be able to transfer data much faster between mobile devices. The USB 3.0 interface will allow sending a 5GB-equivalent Full-HD video clip (average 90-min. movie size) in 12 seconds. Within this new storage environment, mobile users will get to take full advantage of the performance benefits of Samsung's latest UFS memory.
Using Samsung's advanced memory technology, the new UFS memory chips are extremely compact, even smaller than an external micro SD card, giving greater flexibility to smartphone designers.
Samsung announced availability of its 128GB UFS memory in February of last year. In only a year, it has doubled the capacity and speed of UFS memory, which should spur further growth of the mobile marketplace. Samsung will extend its premium storage line-ups that are based on its advanced V-NAND flash memory including the new 256GB UFS, and increase their production volume in line with increases in global demand.
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Built in 1669, Lo Wai Tsuen is the oldest village in Tsuen Wan. It is situated in south of Lo Wai Road, within 5 to 10 minutes driving distance of Tsuen Wan town centre. With Hilltop Country Club and the woodlot area of Shing Mun Reservoir at its back, distance view of Shek Wai Kok Estate and Luk Yeung Sun Chuen are in sight from the village. The village comprises rows of houses, of which many were old-style brick houses roofed in tiles and some were modern 3 storeys cottages, providing the population of over 2000 with shelters for their inspirational and plain living. The key feature of Lo Wai Tsuen is the dozens of Buddhist, Taoist and Confucianist temples and monasteries, including the famous Western Monastery, Yuen Yuen Institute and Tung Po Tor Tse. The only Tibetan Buddhist temple in Hong Kong is also located here. It is not surprise to see monks often all over the village.


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Boys stride through the Main Street crowds during Biddeford's City Centennial parade. The celebration of Biddeford's first 100 years as a city was an immense city-wide affair. Main Street was choked with attendees of the festivities, including these boys. The parade took place on July 30, 1955, with an estimated 30,000 people in attendence and took an hour and a half to pass the reviewing stand.
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The experimental results show that enzyme E could catalyze the methylation of compound A. There are two active groups to be catalyzed in A when binding in relative position and the regioselectivity is 3:1.
My job is to explain the regioselectivity by computational means. So I calculated the binding free energy of the two binding positions and also compared the reaction barrier by using QM/MM. The results disappointed me.
Leave alone the results I have gotten, my feeling is whether it is appropriate to utilize computational methods such as MD and QM/MM to explain such a small regioselectivity (i.e. 3:1). Because this may be within the error range. My worry is when I submit my manuscript, the reviewers would reject for the reason I have raised above.
So my question is, is it scientific to explain the 3:1 regioselectivity by using free energy calculation from MD and reaction barrier calculation from QM/MM? If the answer is no, what is the best option?
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