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ACCESSWIRE: Medical
Just - Evotec Biologics Initiates Construction of First J.POD(R) Facility in North America
THE J.POD(R) TECHNOLOGY EXPANDS EVOTEC'S CAPABILITIES INTO FLEXIBLE COMMERCIAL BIOLOGICS MANUFACTURINGCONFIRMS EVOTEC'S ROLE AS LEADING EXTERNAL INNOVATOR FOR THE INTEGRATED OUTSOURCING OF DRUG DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENTADDS CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT ...
HAMBURG, GERMANY / ACCESSWIRE / January 14, 2020 / Evotec SE (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: EVT, MDAX/TecDAX, ISIN: DE0005664809) today announced that the wholly-owned Seattle-based company Just - Evotec Biologics initiated the construction of a late-stage clinical and commercial manufacturing facility for biologics in Redmond, Washington.The innovative cGMP biomanufacturing facility employs Just - Evotec Biologics' J.POD(R) technology using small, intensified bioprocessing operations housed inside autonomous cleanrooms. The design of the physical plant and the processes used for manufacture are fully optimised for high efficiency and flexibility; reducing the plant footprint, environmental impact and the overall time of construction and cost involved with biologics manufacturing. Dedicated quality control and process development laboratories for both clinical and commercial products are being built into the facility.With the site, Just - Evotec Biologics will be able to supply small and large quantities of high quality clinical or commercial grade biologics to meet the needs of its customers and partners. Fast and efficient change-over times will provide partners with the flexibility and security to produce portfolios of biologics.Dr Craig Johnstone, Chief Operating Officer of Evotec, commented: "We are delighted to initiate the construction of the first-ever J.POD(R) facility in North America shortly after the acquisition of Just - Evotec Biologics. The space-saving and cost efficient modular setup will make J.POD(R) the technology of choice for Pharma and biotech customers who need both high-yielding and flexibly scalable cGMP production facilities for their biologics. J.POD(R) is also ready for the future of personalised medicine which will require production of smaller batches of specialised biologics."J.POD(R) (manufacturing and plant design) is an integral part of the Just - Evotec Biologics' J.DESIGN platform that integrates data analytics and machine learning through all activities involved with the discovery, development, and manufacture of biologics. This includes design of discovery libraries (J.DISCOVERY(TM)), molecules (J.MD(TM)), processes (JP3(R)) and the manufacturing facility, J.POD(R).Dr James Thomas, EVP Global Head Biotherapeutics, President U.S. Operations, commented: "We are excited about the opportunity to expand our capabilities and apply the J.POD(R) approach to later stage clinical development and commercial supply of biologics. This is foundational to accelerate drug development and to expand biotherapeutic access to a greater patient population. The flexible J.POD(R) facility will be capable of efficiently manufacturing a few kilograms to metric tons of drug substance. Instead of scaling-up capacity all at once, we will be scaling-out capacity as needed. This approach alleviates risk to both capital and operations because the same scale of operation will be used for both clinical and commercial manufacturing."Just - Evotec Biologics' existing Seattle facility, which includes development labs and an early clinical phase manufacturing plant, will continue to operate as an integral part of Just - Evotec Biologics' J.DESIGN capabilities.Construction on the greenfield site, located in Redmond Ridge Business Park, was recently initiated and the new facility is expected to be completed by late 2020 and operational in the first quarter of 2021 - approximately 19 months from breaking ground to full operations. The 130,000 square foot facility will contain manufacturing pods for implementing intensified fed-batch or continuous processing up to 1,000 L scale, with the capability of manufacturing metric tons of drug substance. Also included are supporting quality labs, a warehouse, process development labs and collaborative office and meeting spaces for approximately 200 employees at full capacity.ABOUT JUST - EVOTEC BIOLOGICS Just - Evotec Biologics wholly owned by Evotec SE is a unique platform company that integrates the design, engineering, development, and manufacture of biologics. With deep experience in the fields of protein, process and manufacturing sciences, the Just team came together to solve the scientific and technical hurdles that block access to life-changing protein therapeutics; from the design of therapeutic molecules to the design of the manufacturing plants used to produce them. Our focus is to create access and value for a global market through scientific and technological innovation. Learn more at .ABOUT EVOTEC SE Evotec is a drug discovery alliance and development partnership company focused on rapidly progressing innovative product approaches with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academics, patient advocacy groups and venture capitalists. We operate worldwide and our more than 2,900 employees provide the highest quality stand-alone and integrated drug discovery and development solutions. We cover all activities from target-to-clinic to meet the industry's need for innovation and efficiency in drug discovery and development (EVT Execute). The Company has established a unique position by assembling top-class scientific experts and integrating state-of-the-art technologies as well as substantial experience and expertise in key therapeutic areas including neuronal diseases, diabetes and complications of diabetes, pain and inflammation, oncology, infectious diseases, respiratory diseases and fibrosis. On this basis, Evotec has built a broad and deep pipeline of approx. 100 co-owned product opportunities at clinical, pre-clinical and discovery stages (EVT Innovate). Evotec has established multiple long-term alliances with partners including Bayer, Boehringer Ingelheim, Celgene, CHDI, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, Pfizer, Sanofi, Takeda, UCB and others. For additional information please go to and follow us on Twitter . FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS Information set forth in this press release contains forward-looking statements, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements contained herein represent the judgement of Evotec as of the date of this press release. Such forward-looking statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, and which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in these forward-looking statements. We expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any such statements to reflect any change in our expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.Contact Evotec SE: Gabriele Hansen, SVP Corporate Communications, Marketing & Investor Relations, Phone: +49.(0)40.56081-255,SOURCE: Evotec AG View source version on accesswire.com:
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Q: What is this "iif" in php means? Has anyone see this "iif" in php before? What is that actually? I try to search the documentation for it in php.net but I cant found any. Anyone can give a simple example of how to use this "iif"?

A: This is part of PHPKit. It stands for Immediate If.
The syntax is:
iif(condition, true statement, false statement);

@VolkerK's comment should be noted: "And keep in mind that iff(x,y,z) evaluates both y and z (no lazy function parameter evaluation in php) while x?y:z evaluates only y or z."

A: The function iif does not exist in the standard PHP libraries. But in most cases it is a 'short if expression' such as: (condition ? true : false).

A: copied from http://www.phpfreaks.com/forums/index.php?topic=124215.0

function iff($tst,$cmp,$bad) {
    return(($tst == $cmp)?$cmp:$bad);
}

echo iff('one','two','three');
echo iff('four','four','ok');

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TCEA 2023: Samsung Unveils Free Educator Community Platform Coming Soon
Samsung Electronics America is offering TCEA 2023 attendees this week a sneak peek at the new Samsung Education Community Platform expected to launch soon, saying it "will offer educators an online discussion forum, access to peer and expert coaching, and free, self-paced professional development courses, enabling them to develop new strategies for leveraging technology that can enhance classroom engagement and learning outcomes for all students."
The second half of SXSW EDU 2023's featured sessions focus on: building sustainable early childhood education; the roles of poetry, art, and nature in helping youths connect and establish their sense of identity; and what two National Teachers of the Year really think about educators, diversity, agency, and representation.
Aurora Institute Invites Curious Educators to a One-Hour Overview of CBE Model
Education nonprofit Aurora Institute will hold a free one-hour "Intro to CBE" webinar on Wednesday, Jan. 25, intended for K–12 educators and administrators curious about the foundations of competency-based education: what CBE is and how to enable educators to consider using the CBE model in their classrooms.
Lexia Intros Self-Paced Digital Program for Grade 4-8 Educators Teaching Literacy Skills
Literacy company Lexia has introduced Lexia Aspire Professional Learning to help educators of grade 4-8 students teach literacy skills, focusing on helping them transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn." Aspire Professional Learning is digital, self-paced, and flexible. It expands on Lexia's existing LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) program, which teaches the fundamentals of reading instruction. The Aspire program aims to equip educators with the knowledge and skills to support varying levels of literacy competency in their classrooms, the company said.
By Kate Lucariello
Quarter of K–12 Admins Surveyed Reported a Cyber Incident in Past Year
Clever's new report, "Cybersecure 2023: The State of Data Security and Privacy in K–12 Schools," shares results from its survey of nearly 4,000 U.S. school administrators and educators, revealing that teachers underestimate cyber risks when compared to administrators and overestimate the potential vulnerabilities posed by students and staff.
Wishes and Worries for 2023: What Ed Tech Leaders Are Thinking About
During the final weeks of 2022, THE Journal asked scores of ed tech leaders about their wishes and worries for 2023. Cybersecurity and teacher resources were the most common topics addressed in the responses — many of which include specific ideas for new policies and practices for K–12 education in the United States.
Reading Horizons Launches Free Online Community for Educators
Reading Horizons, a company whose goal is to help educators eradicate illiteracy, has launched a free online community called the Science of Reading Collective. The community seeks to support teachers with any years of experience or grade level by offering free access to all, whether or not they purchase the company's materials.
7 Questions with Edthena CEO Adam Geller: How AI Coach Helps Teachers While Providing Autonomy and Privacy
Learn how the AI Coach platform engages teachers in an evidence-based learning process focused on the actual teaching and learning within their classrooms — tactical and practical feedback tailored to each teacher's needs, and teachers interact with the computerized coach when it's convenient for their schedules.
New Report from Global Google Research Project Considers the 'Future of Education'
Google for Education has released the first report from a massive, two-year study considering the role of education in a "radically different future," and what that might look like, focusing on big-picture themes seen as most likely to impact education and the future workforce in the coming years and decades.
PBLWorks Opens Registration for 2023 Project-Based Learning Conference, Awards
PBLWorks has opened registration for its annual project-based learning professional development conference and awards to be held June 26-29, 2023, and the discounted early bird registration deadline is Dec. 30, 2022 for the annual event whose 2023 theme is "Sharing Stories of High Quality Project Based Learning."

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More can be reaped from fish farming by increasing the stocking size of fingerlings, a new study by Farm Africa and World Fish has revealed.
The study conducted between July last year and February this year shows that reduced production cycle and input costs make aquaculture a profitable business.
"Fish farmers need to look at aquaculture as being lucrative. With these evidence-based results, farmers will be able to make informed decisions. We don't want to replicate the old quail story in the aquaculture value chain", said Mr Sven Genschick, a researcher at WorldFish, during the launch.
The growth trial was conducted in Kisumu and at Karatina University to determine the optimal production methods for different tilapia varieties.
Performances of three varieties of Nile Tilapia under the application of local and imported feeds, in two different climatic conditions of warm and cold regions, were evaluated. Varieties from warm areas yielded better performance than in those from cooler ones.
The researchers found that the size of fingerlings at stocking had no significant effect on the feed conversion ratio (FCR) and the cost of production of one kilogramme of fish.
"In the cold areas, the growth of fingerlings was imperatively slower in terms of weight gain and the food conversion ratio. For fish farming in cooler areas to thrive, technologies such as greenhouses, larger fingerlings and selective breeding for improved cold tolerance, need to be developed," the researchers said.
According to Mr Genschick, larger fingerlings and quality feed can be used to optimise aquaculture production in warmer areas of western Kenya. Fish farming is a major contributor to food security, nutrition, income generation and employment.
During the 2016/2017 fiscal year, the Fisheries Directorate procured 134,000 fingerlings at Sh2 million for restocking. Mr Arnoud Meijberg, team leader, Kenya Market-led Aquaculture Programme (KMAP), said the project was focusing on large-scale fish farmers from the region.
"We want to create a tipping point in the industry. Although the 'eat more fish' campaign has borne fruit, people need to study the market before venturing into fish farming. We are in talks with county governments on the need to provide bigger fingerlings at subsidized prices to increase production substantially," said Mr Meijberg.
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set -o errexit
set -o xtrace

USE_DELEGATE=${USE_DELEGATE:-OFF}

if [ -z "$TEST_COLUMN" -o -z "$CERT_TYPE" ]; then
    echo "Required environment variable unset. See file comments for help."
    exit 1;
fi
echo "TEST_COLUMN=$TEST_COLUMN"
echo "CERT_TYPE=$CERT_TYPE"
echo "USE_DELEGATE=$USE_DELEGATE"
echo "SKIP_PIP_INSTALL=$SKIP_PIP_INSTALL"

OS=$(uname -s | tr '[:upper:]' '[:lower:]')
case "$OS" in
    cygwin*) OS="WINDOWS" ;;
    darwin) OS="MACOS" ;;
    *) OS="LINUX" ;;
esac

if [ "TEST_1" = "$TEST_COLUMN" ]; then
    RESPONDER_REQUIRED="valid"
elif [ "TEST_2" = "$TEST_COLUMN" ]; then
    RESPONDER_REQUIRED="invalid"
elif [ "TEST_3" = "$TEST_COLUMN" ]; then
    RESPONDER_REQUIRED="valid"
elif [ "TEST_4" = "$TEST_COLUMN" ]; then
    RESPONDER_REQUIRED="invalid"
elif [ "MALICIOUS_SERVER_TEST_1" = "$TEST_COLUMN" ]; then
    RESPONDER_REQUIRED="invalid"
else
    RESPONDER_REQUIRED=""
fi

# Same responder is used for both server and client. So even stapling tests require a responder.

if [ -n "$RESPONDER_REQUIRED" ]; then
    echo "Starting mock responder"
    if [ -z "$SKIP_PIP_INSTALL" ]; then
        echo "Installing python dependencies"
        # Installing dependencies.
        if [ "$OS" = "WINDOWS" ]; then
            /cygdrive/c/python/Python36/python --version
            /cygdrive/c/python/Python36/python -m virtualenv venv_ocsp
            PYTHON="$(pwd)/venv_ocsp/Scripts/python"
        else
            /opt/mongodbtoolchain/v3/bin/python3 -m venv ./venv_ocsp
            PYTHON="$(pwd)/venv_ocsp/bin/python"
        fi

        REQUIREMENTS="requirements.txt"
        if [ ! -f "$REQUIREMENTS" ]; then
           curl https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mongodb-labs/drivers-evergreen-tools/master/.evergreen/ocsp/mock-ocsp-responder-requirements.txt -o $REQUIREMENTS
        fi
        $PYTHON -m pip install -r $REQUIREMENTS
    fi
    cd "${DRIVERS_TOOLS}/.evergreen/ocsp/$CERT_TYPE"
    if [ "$RESPONDER_REQUIRED" = "invalid" ]; then
        FAULT="--fault revoked"
    fi
    if [ "ON" = "$USE_DELEGATE" ]; then
        RESPONDER_SIGNER="ocsp-responder"
    else
        RESPONDER_SIGNER="ca"
    fi
    $PYTHON ../ocsp_mock.py \
        --ca_file ca.pem \
        --ocsp_responder_cert $RESPONDER_SIGNER.crt \
        --ocsp_responder_key $RESPONDER_SIGNER.key \
        -p 8100 -v $FAULT \
        > ${PROJECT_DIRECTORY}/responder.log 2>&1 &
    cd -
fi

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Juventus' sporting director Fabio Paratici is set to meet with Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt's agent Mino Raiola on Sunday in an effort to secure the signing of the highly rated 19-year-old.
The Netherlands are taking on Germany in a Euro 2020 qualifier in Amsterdam, a match which Paratici will attend, before then meeting with Raiola, in a bid to tie the centre half's future to the Turin club.
These reports come from Italian outlet Tuttosport (via Mundo Deportivo), as the race to secure the highly sought-after Dutchman heats up with a whole host of European giants vying for the Ajax star's signature.
Rumours of Juventus' interest were ramped up on Saturday after their manager Massimiliano Allegri spoke highly of the central defender after his side's 2-0 loss to Genoa.
"Everyone talks about him as one of the best defenders in the world, it will surely be curious to see him live," he said.
Having found himself in the Ajax first team fold since the start of the 2016/17 season, De Ligt's prominence at the top level has been rising continuously after setting the Eredivisie alight with some outstanding performances rarely seen by a player of his age.
Such has been the Dutchman's meteoric rise that he received his first call up to the national team in March last year, going on to turn out 13 times for Ronald Koeman's side.
With Juventus now looking to take the lead in the race for De Ligt's future, it may well not be the end of the story, as the saga has repeatedly taken twists and turns already this term. Manchester City and Barcelona are just two of the outfits who have already registered an interest in the youngster, with the Bianconeri not likely to be the last.


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The Pony-Handler's Guide (2012)
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The Pony-Handler's Guide
Verion 0.7
The Ponyhandler's Guide covers monster control in the Pony Tales: Aspirations of Harmony roleplaying game.
From the opening to the Ponyhandler's Guide:
"Enclosed you'll find a few tips about how we do things in our own game, both in setting up challenges for the players and some of the elements unique to running an adventure in Equestria.
"I hope to hear from you soon,
"Princess Celestia."


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A Brief History of Home Recording
"Let It Grow" – E. Clapton arr. by PL Kleiman
Back in the 70s and 80s, if you wanted to record music, you either did a scratch track on a cassette, or shelled out a lot of money to record in a studio. My first studio experience was in a very nice home in a bucolic, wealthy neighborhood on the North Shore of Long Island. The owner/engineer had long hair, a mustache, and an 8-track studio in the basement.
It was a beautiful studio, from what I could tell (having never been in one before), well soundproofed, with a control room window, a good drum set, the whole nine yards. I recorded vocals, guitars, bass… everything except the drums (the engineer was a drummer) and got about 7 or 8 good recordings of original songs for my demo, at 25 dollars per studio hour, which for a 22-year-old working part time as whatever I could find to support my music habit, was a lot of money, especially when I realized how many takes are needed to get one usable track, let alone 8 (more if you double tracks on vocals, for which I seemed to have a nascent talent). But the guy was a pro, and I was impressed.
Now, in retrospect, I see that this young man, who was just a few years older, was what we would now call a "loser living with his parents." He was running a studio business from his parents' house in Dix Hills. Not to say I wouldn't have done the same thing, given the opportunity. I moved back in with my folks for a bit after college before I got my own place, and my band even rehearsed in the family room sometimes, but I didn't open a business. Nor would my parents be okay with me commandeering a room or two and renovating. On the bright side, if you live rent-free and have no overhead for your business except equipment and audio tape, it's kind of difficult not to turn a profit.
Since then, I've had only the occasional studio experience. My 80s bandmates and I recorded a few tunes in a studio, and we also self-recorded, as my songwriting partner-piano player delved into the Fostex universe early. But there was a lot to figure out, too much for my general laziness, so I just went along and played my guitar and sang my lines and let someone else do the mixing and mastering. I went up to northern California in the 90s with a band to do a demo. I was the band's token non-lesbian. The bass player's dad had a home studio. Quite an adventure. It was kind of like going to Appalachia somewhere, to some farmhouse, and there's a studio in a shed or something, kind of makeshift but with all the necessaries. And the Dad wanted to tell me how to play guitar. I get record producing, but you gotta nudge the guitarist in the right direction without bruising his or her fragile ego. That was my last "studio" experience, and it was strange, though we got 3 tracks out of it. I haven't heard those songs in ages, but my guess is they probably don't stand the test of time. Oh, and the bass player's dad billed us afterwards. I thought we were getting a freebie and I already quit the band anyway. Screw him. Wants to tell ME how to play the guitar and make me pay for it? Why, I oughta….
Sorry. Got a little sideways there. My only other experience with home recording was when I bought a nice looking Tascam 8-track digital thingy. I know people who use those successfully to this day. I tried it once and got a couple of tracks down, but realized I needed some additional equipment. I put it away and forgot about it for a few years, then stumbled upon it in a closet and figured to give it another go. I plugged in the AC adapter, heard a POP, followed by a whiff of burnt wiring. It was dead. I guess I used the wrong adapter? If you know how to fix one of these, let me know please because as my wife will confirm, I don't throw anything out. I also have a cute Mouse amp that needs a battery that they don't make anymore.
So that was it for home recording, at least until this year. The GarageBand app is on all the iPhones. So I played around with it, using my USB mic, and got a couple of fun recordings of Lou Reed's "Perfect Day" and a couple of original ideas, but mixing and all that on the tiny phone screen is dumb, and so I tried it on the iPad my dear mom bought me for my birthday.
I thought for some reason the iPad is good for recording. Well, sort of, but it turns out to be quite limited. I realized that I should have gotten a Mac instead, but now I don't want to pay for a Mac, so I got another home recording app that would work on my PC.
Still, I did try recording on the iPad, and as long as I use only a mic or directly plugged-in guitar and use their onboard instruments and controllers and sounds and drum loops, it's possible to get a decent song out of it.
Why do I even want to do this? Isn't it enough to just play guitar and sing and jam with friends and be in a band? Sure. But I have all these things in my head, whether it's a different version of a song I like, or my own song, and I see all these other musicians making recordings, you know, real musicians who make a living playing music as opposed to a hobbyist such as myself. They record as part of their jobs and it's a lot of fun.
So, as an amateur I think, why not have that experience? Who cares if the only people who hear the result are friends and family? Most of us just like to hear what it sounds like when we put what is in our heads onto a recording and play it back. It's like painting or writing or photography or pottery. Or even cooking. You put some effort into something and then later you can look at it, listen to it, smell it, eat it, throw it in the pool… whatever! And share it with friends, or even the world if you want to.
I started recording "Let It Grow" even though I've cancelled Eric Clapton. Turns out he's an insufferable idiot who says dumb shit. But I can't cancel his songs. Well, some of them, but the late-career ones that suck. But some tunes have taken residence in my brain and there's not much to be done about that.
"Let It Grow" is from 461 Ocean Blvd., a very solid effort (perhaps Clapton's best solo album, Tom Dowd produced and some great musicians backing him) recorded after Clapton's recovery from heroin addiction. Unfortunately, his rehab was more of a detox, and alcohol addiction almost took him down later in life, but I digress as usual.
It's a song with mediocre lyrics (not Clapton's strongpoint anyway), but good sentiment. When at the crossroads in life, looking for a sign of which way to turn, you only need to remember the answer: to plant your love and let it grow. Yes, a bit trite and corny, but so what? The thing I like about the song is the melody that goes and comes throughout, not in the vocals but in all the other instruments. I wanted to build on that at the end, because it had a classical music feel where the music motif repeats over and over again, often building to an exciting denouement. Thank goodness for spell check.
GarageBand is made for people like me who don't know a thing about the technology, although there's still plenty to learn. For example, how to build drum tracks. Turns out it's best to lay those down BEFORE the vocals and guitars, and what you need to do is actually count each measure of the song, so you have the right number of measures in the verse, chorus, break, solo… Not ideal for improvisation but that's generally not what home recording is about anyway. So, I got to know Oscar very well. Oscar is my drummer. He lives in my iPad and I get along with him much better than almost any other drummer I've ever played with. He doesn't speed up or slow down. He doesn't add frills unless I tell him to, he doesn't talk back, and he doesn't drink too much. Where was he when we had a band in '82?
Another fun thing is that you can add strings and horns that sound kind of real. If you know a little about instruments and orchestration and how, for example, a horn attacks a note as opposed to other instruments, you can have a lot of fun, and you play it all on a keyboard on your iPad screen!
Sadly, after buying an interface and midi to record on the iPad, and then finding out my iPad isn't compatible with my midi-controller (keyboard), which also uses another interface that also has to be compatible with that and the microphone… you see why this hobby can be frustrating and expensive. So, after I began "Let It Grow," I realized I needed to move to a new recording platform. But before I did, dadgad it, I was going to finish that darn song!
So it's "finished." I could do more takes on almost all the tracks, but you need to finish sometime, and this isn't my composition anyway so it doesn't need to be perfect. It was just an experiment to try out the recording thing. But one thing is for certain, recording available to hobbyist musicians today ON OUR PHONES is worlds beyond what we paid dearly for 40 years ago, which means an old guitar player too lazy and thrifty to learn technology or buy ProTools can still indulge his inner recording artist-child and show off for friends. Here's the link. I put pictures on there just in case you need extra stimulation. Or shut your eyes and just listen. Turn up the volume so you hear all the parts!
And I do hope dear Eric can come to his senses and rehabilitate his esteem. Come on, Slowhand, you're better than that.
Thanks for listening, and for visiting Kleimansays.com, the blog that gives you more… stuff.
September 18, 2021 September 18, 2021 · Posted in Eric Clapton, GarageBand, Home recording, music · Tagged eric clapton, GarageBand, guitar, hobbies, music, music recording ·
One thought on "A Brief History of Home Recording"
Nicely said and very nice rendition of "Let It Grow." I especially like the horns at the end.
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THE APOSTLE PAUL IS A BIBLICAL GIANT who wrote almost one-third of the New testament, yet most details of his life remain a mystery. How could a devout Pharisee become the most influential Christian theologian of all time? Into that void steps master storyteller Jerry B. Jenkins, weaving a gripping narrative that illumines Paul's stunning transformation form obsessed persecutor of Christians to devoted bondservant of Christ.
Paul's backstory is all here: His Damascus Road blinding and miraculous healing, his struggle to overcome the suspicion of Christian brethren he once hunted with abandon, his escape from Jewish leaders who felt betrayed, his passion for spreading the message of Jesus in defiance of violent Roman opposition, Jenkins's account moves quickly to trace Paul's escape into Arabia and his three-years of divine revelation in the desert. Here the author imagines an astonishing relationship with some of the very people Paul had persecuted only a year before.
What was the Apostle Paul really like? What went on in the trenches of his life, beyond the pages of the biblical letters he left behind? How did Paul navigate the perilous path from killing Jesus's followers to becoming one of their most trusted leaders? What was his thorn-in-the-flesh? Did he ever fall in love, and if so, how did that romance shape him? What thoughts and feelings most profoundly haunted, inspired, and fueled his intensity?
Thanks to Empire's End, you need no longer peer into Paul's life only as through a glass darkly. In Jenkins's deft hands, the apostle's period of preparation in the Arabian wilderness for a world-changing work sharpens into focus, Empire's End welcomes you into the mind and heart of the greatest missionary the church has ever seen.
I have long found the life of the Apostle Paul fascinating. So much of the New Testament is from the ink of his pen. When you read all of his accounts you can piece together aspects of his life but I have always wondered about some of the unwritten times.
In 2013, Jerry Jenkins wrote I, Saul that mostly focused on the end of Paul's life and the writing of his memoir. With the follow-up publication of Empire's End we get to read that memoir and imagine along with Jenkins what was happening personally to Paul during the years that followed the Damascus Road experience.
The story is written in first-person and I love the voice that Jenkins gave to our beloved Apostle. His time in Arabia where he was taught by God Himself felt like peeking in on a very intimate moment with the Creator. I don't want to talk much about the situation that Paul found himself in because it would give away too much and I want you to discover it for yourself.
If you have ever found yourself in an impossible situation where there was no way to save face by keeping quiet you'll appreciate this book. I love the way God brings about redemption in our lives. It is often painful and humbling but every time we come out better for it. That is the situation with Paul.
If you have read the New Testament the timeline of events will be familiar to you. I recommend that you sit back and enjoy the talented storytelling of Jenkins. So many of the mysteries of Paul's life have been imagined in this book and it was delightful to suppose with the author about what happened behind the scenes. This isn't the Bible and the author doesn't claim it to be, but I found his depictions to be accurate and the imagined parts plausible. There is a reason that Jenkins is a new York Times Best-Selling author and Empire's End is good evidence of that.


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Joseph Mason
Rep. Joseph Mason
Former Representative for New York's 24th District
Mason was the representative for New York's 24th congressional district and was a Republican. He served from 1881 to 1883.
He was previously the representative for New York's 24th congressional district as a Republican from 1879 to 1881.
Contact Rep. Joseph Mason
I live in New York's 24th congressional district.
I want to urge Mason to take an action on a bill.
Visit Rep. Joseph Mason's website »
Look for a contact form on Rep. Joseph Mason's website to express your opinion.
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Head over to Rep. Joseph Mason's website. If you are having a problem with a government agency, look for a contact link for casework to submit a request for help. Otherwise, look for a phone number on that website to call his office if you have a question.
Not all Members of Congress will accept messages from non-constituents. You can try your luck by visiting Mason's website. Otherwise, try contacting your own representative:
You are currently on the website GovTrack.us, which has no affiliation with Mason and is not a government website. Choose from the options above to find the right way to contact Mason.
From Mar 1879 to Mar 1883, Mason missed 341 of 788 roll call votes, which is 43.3%. This is much worse than the median of 28.9% among the lifetime records of representatives serving in Mar 1883. The chart below reports missed votes over time.
1879 Mar-Jul 137 50 36.5% 65th
Dec 1879-Feb 1880 35 7 20.0% 45th
1880 Jun-Jun 32 4 12.5% 23rd
1882 Aug-Aug 7 7 100.0% 73rd
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Eisold ist der Familienname folgender Personen:
 Dietmar Eisold (1947–2017), deutscher Journalist und Kunsthistoriker
 Elias Eisold (* 2002), deutscher Schauspieler
 Gunnar Eisold (* 1965), deutscher Politiker
 Peter Eisold (* 1959), deutscher Musiker
 Uta Eisold (* 1954), deutsche Schauspielerin und Regisseurin

Eisold ist der Familienname einer sächsischen Baumeisterfamilie, siehe Eisold (Baumeisterfamilie), insbesondere:
 Friedrich Wilhelm Eisold (1831–1886), sächsischer Bautechniker, Bauunternehmer und Architekt, Gründer der Baufirma "F. W. Eisold" sowie des Dampfziegelwerks Eisold & Co.
 Wilhelm Eisold (1861–1942), sächsischer Baumeister und Bauunternehmer, Inhaber der Baufirma "F. W. Eisold", Sohn von Friedrich Wilhelm Eisold
 Rudolf Eisold (1895–1950), sächsischer Baumeister und Bauunternehmer, Inhaber der Baufirma "F. W. Eisold", Sohn von Wilhelm Eisold
 Johannes Eisold, sächsischer Baumeister und Architekt, Inhaber der Baufirma Fa. Johannes Eisold
 Gert Eisold, sächsischer Baumeister, Inhaber der Baufirma vormals Fa. Johannes Eisold

Eisold ist ein Teil der Bezeichnung folgender Wirtschaftsunternehmen:
 Baufirma "F. W. Eisold", sächsisches Bauunternehmen in Radebeul in Verbindung mit der Baumeisterfamilie, siehe ebenfalls Eisold (Baumeisterfamilie)
 Bäckerei Eisold, Großbäckerei und Cafébetreiber in Dresden und Umgebung mit Sitz in Radeberg

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With its low fees and easily navigable website, robo-advisor Wealthsimple has been successfully luring people away from traditional investment services for the past several years. Now it's planning to entice Canadians away from conventional banks with its recently launched Smart Savings account — a high interest savings account in Canada. It's quickly becoming known as one of the best savings accounts in Canada.
With the launch of Wealthsimple's new product, we decided to take a closer look at this savings account with a premium interest rate.
What's New About Wealthsimple's Smart Savings?
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Adding to the account's allure are the lack of transactions fees. Account holders can make an unlimited number of contributions or withdrawals and never pay a fee. With Smart Savings, there's also no minimum or maximum account balance needed. Furthermore, as with the bricks-and-mortar banks, your deposits with Wealthsimple are protected by the Canadian Deposit Insurance Corporation up to $1,000,000.
When you consider that most general savings accounts offered by Canada's big five banks usually hover well below 1.25% and charge fees like an average of $5 per transaction, Wealthsimple's savings account seems very smart indeed.
What are the Pros and Cons of Wealthsimple's Smart Savings?
As an online-only financial service, you can't go into a bank branch or use an ATM to withdraw money. But don't panic: you can access your Wealthsimple account by linking it to an outside bank account. That way, you can transfer money from your Smart Savings account to your traditional bank account for easy access.
Signing up for a Smart Saver account is pretty easy, and you can do it all online. You simply fill out an application form online by providing some basic information. You'll also be asked some questions about any investment experience you might have so Wealthsimple can get a full picture of your needs and savings goals. You'll also need to confirm and securely connect a bank account. On average, it takes about five business days to activate your account.
Personally, I already have an investment account with Wealthsimple and I think their Smart Savings account offers real value to people tired of traditional banks with terribly low interest rates and constantly rising fees. You simply won't find a conventional bank offering a basic savings account with a premium interest rate along with no fees and unlimited transactions.
While there are some drawbacks to the Smart Savings account like not having immediate access to your cash because you can't use an ATM or visit a physical location, overall, if you feel comfortable with banking online, it's a solid savings option.
I also like that the company has a perk called Wealthsimple Black. It gives you additional benefits like VIP airline lounge access, lower investment fees (for those who also have investment accounts) and financial planning services if you have over $100,000 in Wealthsimple investment and savings accounts.
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Sandra MacGregor has been writing about finance and travel for nearly a decade. Her work has appeared in a variety of publications like the New York Times, the UK Telegraph, the Washington Post, Forbes.com and the Toronto Star. She spends her free time travelling, and has lived around the globe, including in Paris, South Korea and Cape Town.


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Bush Hails US-China Ties
In just hours from now, President George Bush will lead the U.S. delegation to the Olympic opening ceremonies in Beijing. VOA White House correspondent Paula Wolfson reports from the Chinese capital.
Mr. Bush will be the first sitting U.S. president to attend an Olympics on foreign soil. And he says he can not wait to go.
"I am honored to represent the United States at the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games here in Beijing," said Mr. Bush.
The president spoke at the official dedication of the new U.S. Embassy in the Chinese capital. The structure, which cost $434 million, is the second largest construction project in the history of the State Department, just behind the new heavily-fortified U.S. Embassy in Iraq.
President Bush said the new embassy in China is an example of the deepening ties between Washington and Beijing.
"The United States and China have built a strong relationship rooted in common interests," he said.
But he made clear that does not mean the United States will ignore Chinese government actions that it disagrees with. He said because of the strength of the bilateral relationship, the two governments can be frank with each other.
"The relationship between our nations is constructive and cooperative and candid," added Mr. Bush.
The president's remarks came one day after a speech in Bangkok that was highly critical of China's human rights policies. His language in the diplomatic setting of the embassy was a bit more subdued but his message was clear as he urged the Chinese government to expand freedoms for its people
"We strongly believe societies that allow the free expression of ideas tend to be the most prosperous and the most peaceful," he said.
The embassy dedication was a family affair with President Bush and his father - former President George H.W. Bush - both in attendance.
The elder Bush was America's top diplomat in Beijing in the mid-1970's, and he marveled at the changes over the years that have brought the city to the point where it can host the Olympic games.
"The bicycles that used to dominate the roads have given way to more cars, and then when you come to this magnificent Bird's Nest - the national stadium - and the other architectural features that now dominate the landscape here, there can be no question that China has achieved something truly special in readying itself to host these games," he said.
The dedication ceremony at the new embassy showcased both Chinese and American culture. It began at 8:08 (0008 UTC) on August 8, 2008, because the number eight is considered lucky in China. And it ended with a performance by the Gatlin Brothers - a country music trio close to the Bush family.
China opened its new embassy last week in Washington, D.C. The massive limestone and glass structure is the largest diplomatic compound in the U.S. capital.
Bush Calls for Freedom of Expression in Beijing Ahead of Games
U.S. President George Bush has made another appeal for freedom of expression in China, hours ahead of the start of the Beijing Olympic Games.Mr. Bush made the comment Friday during a dedication ceremony for a new U.S. embassy complex in the Chinese capital. He said societies that allow the free expression of ideas tend to be the most prosperous and the most peaceful.The U.S. president also said the massive new embassy complex reflects the solid…
First Full Day of Olympic Competition Begins Saturday
Seven medal events open the first full day of competition Saturday at the Beijing Olympics. As VOA's Jim Stevenson reports from the games in China, athletes in weightlifting are among the first to hoist for gold.The Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics will host the women's 48-kilogram category of weightlifting, the first scheduled final of the Olympics.The Beijing Shooting Range comes to life with the sound of gunfire as the women…
Beijing Olympics Open with Lavish Ceremony
The biggest show in Beijing for the past few years has finally opened Friday - with a three-and-a-half hour Olympic opening ceremony extravaganza. Meanwhile, Chinese people also took personal advantage of what many of them believe is a lucky day. Stephanie Ho reports from Beijing.After billions of dollars and seven years of preparation, the big day has come - the opening ceremony of the…
By Stephanie Ho
Bush Optimistic China Will Become Freer
U.S. President George Bush is attending Olympic events in Beijing, where Saturday he expressed optimism that China will eventually allow greater freedoms for its people.The president used his weekly radio address to express America's deep concern about freedom and human rights in China.The president praised China's economic growth and the rise of the nation's middle class. Mr. Bush said young people who enjoy some freedoms will ultimately demand…


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Pontevedra es una ciudad del oeste del Gran Buenos Aires, Argentina. Pertenece al partido de Merlo en la provincia de Buenos Aires.

Pontevedra fue fundada en 1873 gracias al esfuerzo de Miguel Navarro Viola y Enrique Quintana haciendo de Pontevedra el segundo pueblo más antiguo del partido luego del de Merlo.

Los habitantes de Pontevedra consideran como fecha de fundación de la ciudad el 14 de octubre de 1873, día en el que los primeros pobladores toman posesión de los terrenos que previamente habían adquirido.

Por ley 11135 de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, el 9 de octubre de 1991 Pontevedra fue declarada ciudad.

Geografía

Pontevedra limita al oeste-noroeste con Mariano Acosta, al norte con Parque San Martín, al noreste con Libertad, al suroeste con el Partido de Marcos Paz, al sur con Veinte de Junio y al este con González Catán.

 Altitud: 16
 Latitud: 34º 45' 06" S
 Longitud: 058º 42' 42" O

La principal vía de comunicación de Pontevedra con las otras localidades del Gran Buenos Aires es la Ruta Provincial 21.

En el barrio La Teja se encuentra el punto más elevado del partido de Merlo con respecto al nivel del mar: 30,8 .

Toponimia

Pontevedra tiene su homónima en la península ibérica, en Galicia. La localidad fue bautizada con tal nombre tal vez por la fuerte ascendencia gallega del país o quizá por sugerencia de Manuel Rodríguez Fragio, vecino de Merlo de destacada actuación pública en el distrito y oriundo de Galicia.

El 17 de marzo de 1990, la ciudad fue rebautizada con motivo de la visita del Alcalde del Ayuntamiento de Pontevedra (España) don José Rivas Fontán, quien celebró un Acta de hermandad y asistencia recíproca con el gobierno municipal de Merlo, para un mejor conocimiento de ambas localidades.
La imagen muestra la escuela Gral San Martín N.º 4, el instituto hace un año cumplió su centenario y se dio a conocer la posibilidad de hacer de él un museo nacional histórico, convirtiéndolo en un tesoro nacional.

Historia

Corría 1580 cuando don Juan de Garay funda por segunda vez la Ciudad de la Trinidad y Puerto de Buenos Aires, tomando posesión efectiva de las mismas en forma de estancias en nombre del Rey de España.

Entre las primeras entregas, que van rodeando la ciudad de Buenos Aires, se encuentran las que fueron concedidas a doña María González y a su hermana doña Ana; la primera se casa con don José Rubin de Celius y la segunda, con el capitán Domingo de Videla. Ya en los albores del , Francisco de Merlo adquiere ambas estancias, las que a su muerte son vendidas a don Antonio Rodríguez Verón y posteriormente, los sucesores de éste las venden a don Ramón Guerrero. Años más tarde, Juan Ortiz de Rozas (hijo de Juan Manuel de Rosas) y Cándido Pizarro, las compran en sociedad; pero esta no dura mucho, resuelven vender estas tierras a Gregorio de Lezama, quien sin conocerlas siquiera las transfiere al empresario irlandés Thomas Gahan (Ballynacarrigy, Condado de Westmeath, 1809 - Argentina, 3 de agosto de 1890). Thomas Gahan llegó al país junto con sus hermanos John, Catherine y Martha en 1837 en el velero "Isabella" que había partido desde Liverpool, se dedicó a la ganadería y fue miembro del primer gobierno comunal de Merlo en 1865. Gahan bautizó a su estancia como Estancia 11 de Octubre.

En 1873 Gahan decide vender la estancia a un grupo de inversores integrado por Manuel Quintana (que sería con el tiempo presidente de la República), su hermano Enrique Quintana, Miguel Navarro Viola, Julio Harry Wulf y Valdemar Lausen, siendo el escribano José María Vilela quien redactó la escritura el 6 de febrero de 1873.

Según estudios históricos la fundación de Pontevedra fue gracias al esfuerzo de Miguel Navarro Viola y Enrique Quintana, dos de los integrantes del grupo inversor, a la sazón fundadores del pueblo de Billinghurst. Ellos decidieron llevar a cabo la traza del pueblo y la venta de la tierra en mensualidades, método utilizado por primera vez en Argentina y que fue llevado a cabo por la compañía inmobiliaria "La Terrenal", propiedad del holandés Federico Dewnhy y el italiano Daniel Miroli. Es posible que el nombre de la Estancia 11 de Octubre haya sido la causa para que el día de martillero público en Argentina se festeje todos los 11 de octubre. Los martilleros que intervinieron, respondían a la razón comercial Wekwly, Giménez y Cía.

Concretada la operación, se encomienda el diseño del pueblo al agrimensor Juan Dillon (hijo), Ingeniero Municipal del partido de Merlo, quien recibió la influencia de los pobladores de origen francés, tomando en cuenta la distribución de la ciudad de París, para volcarla al diseño de Pontevedra, afectando la división en lotes del pueblo, quintas y granjas, para proceder a su venta.

En este trazado, los lotes estaban comprimidos en manzanas de 10.000 varas cuadradas; se ubicó un centro urbano con una plaza doble, y otras cuatro más, simétricas, a cierta distancia, diferenciándose por sus líneas de avanzada de otros pueblos cercanos, incluido Merlo. Una calle de 40 varas dividía el casco urbano en dos partes: de NE a SO; en el resto de las calles, la medida era de 10 varas (8,66 m) Intercalándose cada tanto una de 20 varas de ancho, presentando un moderno diseño que no obstante tuvo un error: no haber tenido en cuenta los cursos de agua y sus valles de inundación.

Tal vez para halagar a los compradores que, como en otras localidades, provenían de distintas naciones, y apelando a recursos que posibilitaran buenos negocios, se bautizó sus calles con nombres que llevan los prefijos "de", "del", "de los": De Roma, De Los Franceses, De Las Naciones, etc., y como un abrazo fraterno a todas ellas, la calle principal lleva el nombre de Avenida de la Unión.

Concretadas las ventas, el casco de la estancia de Gahan fue adquirido por el presbítero Natalio Márquez que estuviera por muchos años al frente de la parroquia de Merlo. A su fallecimiento, dejó en su testamento expreso mandato de que ese lugar fuese cedido a una institución religiosa para la instalación de un colegio. Cumpliendo este deseo, la Orden de San José de Calasanz —cuyos miembros son más conocidos como Escolapios— instaló una de las famosas Escuelas Pías hacia fines del  y que fue cerrado a mediados del . En la actualidad allí funciona una ONG.

Autonomía
Desde hace algunos años en Pontevedra existe un movimiento autonomista que forma parte de la Asociación Provincial para el Reconocimiento de Nuevos Municipios —el que está integrado por más de 60 movimientos autonomistas en la provincia de Buenos Aires— cuya intención es la de conformar junto con la ciudad de Veinte de Junio, perteneciente al Partido de La Matanza, un nuevo partido que como nuevo nombre sería "Partido de Nuevo Oeste".

Se proyecta la autonomía de ambas ciudades con el futuro de unirse debido a que su geografía y economía van en perfecta concondancia y no y su fundamento principal es que ambos Partidos de Merlo y de La Matanza no las tiene en cuenta en sus proyectos de Obras Públicas.

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Características sociales

El progreso ha ido modificando la población, pero todavía persisten los rasgos impresos en las viejas generaciones, de inmigrantes de distintas latitudes que aquí se arraigaron, algunos buscando refugio en zonas apartadas y de buenas tierras, escapando tal vez de las pestes que asolaban Buenos Aires allá por 1870 (cólera y fiebre amarilla), trasladando sus conocimientos de labranza, dedicándose al cultivo de hortalizas y sobre todo a la producción de espárragos, actividad que hoy fue reemplazada por otros cultivos. La expectativa anual de antaño estaba centrada en dos fiestas: la del carnaval, cuyos corsos supieron tener fama por la concurrencia que masivamente se volcaba en las calles que se destinaban a tal fin, y por la Fiesta del Espárrago, con elección de una reina.

Además las quermeses que se organizan con motivo de celebrarse cada 8 de diciembre el día de la Virgen Patrona del lugar, la Inmaculada Concepción, congregaba familias enteras, que desempeñaban distintas actividades y que encontraban de este modo una oportunidad de compartir rato de sano esparcimiento y de profunda devoción cristiana, traducida en procesiones, cánticos y celebración de la primera Comunión, verdadera fiesta del espíritu y de la fe.

Pontevedra cuenta con dos escuelas primarias públicas, tres privadas y una escuela media. La Escuela N.º 4 cumplió en el 2007 su centésimo vigésimo quinto aniversario.  La educación siempre ha sido un compromiso asumido en la localidad, brindando propuestas de calidad.

Los barrios que integran Pontevedra son: Pontevedra Centro, que corresponde al pueblo fundado en 1873 y en donde se halla el centro administrativo y comercial, Barrio Alegre, Lomas de Pontevedra, Barrio El Sol, Monte Cardacci, El Zorzal, La 20, La Loma, El Vivero, Las Torres, Barrio Cepa, Santa Julia, Santa Marta, barrio Los paraguayos, Las delicias, El ombú, Villa Angélica, barrio Rivadavia, Las campanillas, barrio La teja, Santa Ana, Juancito, La aldea y por último, el barrio Papa Francisco, el más reciente barrio que data de 2015.

En Pontevedra se encuentran un gran número de casas de fin de semana, quintas pertenecientes a escuelas católicas y campos deportivos de distintos clubes como el Club Deportivo Morón y el Club Ferro Carril Oeste; también la Asociación Trabajadores de la Sanidad Argentina (ATSA) tiene un predio destinado al esparcimiento de sus afiliados.

Economía
Pontevedra cuenta con una zona industrial que abarca 90 hectáreas. Si bien la primera industria aquí instalada era una fábrica de quesos cuyo propietario fue el señor Juan Invernizzi, los establecimientos fabriles con que hoy cuenta están dedicados a rubros muy diversos: producción de caños; autopartes; aditivos para la industria química (aerosoles); filtros de agua; colchones; juntas para automotores; frigorífico y matadero de vacunos, de gran importancia en el orden nacional, pues de aquí salieron los primeros cortes "Hilton", que se logran exportar luego de ser declarada Argentina zona libre de fiebre aftosa.

Por décadas el frigorífico perteneciente a la Compañía Elaboradora de Productos Alimenticio (CEPA) proveyó de empleos a los vecinos de Pontevedra y hasta un club deportivo lleva su nombre. Luego de haber estado cerrada por tres años, en el año 2006 las instalaciones del frigorífico Cepa fue adquirida por la empresa JBS Swift Argentina perteneciente al grupo brasileño Friboi inaugurando el 14 de julio de 2008 una moderna planta procesadora de alimentos con la que se crearon 500 nuevos puestos de trabajo.

En el predio de la misma se construyó la sede corporativa de la compañía y un Centro de Distribución para el abastecimiento del mercado interno. Además, se comenzó a construir una planta destinada a la elaboración de subproductos derivados de grasa animal. En la sede corporativa, que abarca 2300 m² de oficinas especialmente construidas en el predio, se trasladó el management y los mandos medios de la compañía; para concentrar allí la gestión integral de las operaciones de JBS Swift Argentina en el país.

En cuanto al ámbito rural propiamente dicho, amplia es la variedad de actividades que abarcan desde la floricultura, con verdaderos jardines de exposición permanente, orgullo de todo el partido de Merlo, tanto de plantas de interior como de exterior, de ornamento y macetería que los acompaña, como también por la cría de porcinos, cunicultura, avicultura, con inmensos galpones de "ponedoras". O pollos para la cría y consumo, y una actividad que va incrementándose, como la del cuidado y reproducción de colmenas para extracciones de miel pura, jalea y polen de primerísima calidad. También hay algunos criadores de ganado bovino, y unas pocas vaquerías dedicadas a la exportación de la industria lechera, favorecidas ambas por las pasturas naturales de la zona.
Con la aparición de las nuevas tecnologías, surgió una nueva empresa local, llamada Telwinet, que presta servicios de Internet Banda Ancha desde Pontevedra a todas las localidades cercanas. Se promueve armar un Polo de Software.

Hermanamientos
  Pontevedra, Galicia

Parroquias de la Iglesia católica en Pontevedra

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Enlaces externos

 Coord.geográficas e imágenes NASA, Google

Localidades del Gran Buenos Aires
Partido de Merlo


Paris will be a dream destination for almost every traveler because of the supreme ambiance and natural beauty the city offers. The French capital also hosts a plenty of attractions, some of the most popular ones being the Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, Sacré-Cœur, Notre Dame Cathedral, etc.
The city is rich with talented professionals in the fields of fashion, culinary, architecture, and all. In fact, Paris is one of the evergreen shopping destinations for almost every fashionista because of the wide range of innovative wardrobe collection that is featured in the boutiques here. No wonder, the number of travelers flocking to the city is increasing day by day.
It is quite normal for you to expect tourist mayhem in almost every iconic spot in Paris city. Similarly, you may also assume that there will be no charming spots in this photogenic city that have not been photographed or shared on social media. Interestingly, even for all its popularity, the city still has a number of mysteries that have not been cataloged or pinned down yet. These mysteries in the French capital are sure to offer you an extraordinary holiday experience that is worth remembering for a lifetime.
Below are some of the 'unusual' things that you may do when you are in Paris, apart from going on the clichéd Eiffel Tower or Louvre Museum private tours.
If you want to enjoy the true beauty of Paris city, you ought to explore some of its neighborhoods. For this, you may visit the Latin Quarter where you are more likely to hear some scary stories. You may click some spine-chilling images as well at this area. In order to experience the beauty of bygone eras in the city, you may simply stroll along the Champs Elysees.
You can also walk through the streets behind the Sacré-Coeur if you want to have a quieter or peaceful time. In case you are a foodie or a shopaholic, the Marais District will be the perfect destination for you.
However, all these are common tour options that most visitors choose. If you want to explore some less-touristy places, head on to the Canal St-Martin Neighborhood along the Seine River. This is one of the incredibly peaceful spots in Paris and a hotspot for all the fashion-conscious people out there.
Similarly, Rue Montorgueil and Sentier is a decent option for less-explored neighborhoods that is located at the heart of the city. This is one of the oldest streets in the French capital, which offers a vibrant and cheerful ambiance to everyone. The marble-paved streets here will be a perfect option for people who are looking for cozy cafes, residential streets, wine bars, etc.
Obviously, the Louvre is one of the most popular museums in Paris that displays thousands of mind-blowing artworks. Unsurprisingly, most visitors include Louvre Museum private tours in their itinerary. Yet, if you want to make your trip more exciting, discover some of the odd exhibits in the Parisian museums.
For instance, pay a visit to the Musée des Arts where you can see many wax figures that resembles the scary creatures of a horror movie. Additionally, there are some medical equipment, steam punk-style instruments, early model airplanes, automata, etc., on the display.
The sewer tunnels crammed with catacombs are another popular option that you may consider in order to make your trip more adventurous. You will be awestruck by the sight of millions of human remains that are showcased in this underground museum.
Other than those, another museum that is sure to delight you is the Muse des Arts Decoratifs. The museum has different rooms that boast the interior décor ideas of the bygone eras, with an impressive collection of furniture pieces.
One of the best ways to add an eccentric factor to your holidays in the French capital is to purchase souvenirs from any of the weird shops here. You may also consider just exploring the area window-shopping, since most people hesitate to shop at these places because of their weird advertising strategies.
For instance, consider one of the shops in Paris that sell pesticides. They display a number of stuffed animals such as rats, cats, rare beetles, and all in order to promote their products. Even though this is one of the best ways to do their product endorsement, it may leave some travelers petrified.
Worry not; there are many shops in the city where you can purchase some interesting things as well. For instance, consider buying a rare edition of an authentic French cookbook from a local seller or an old charm from a flea market or a vintage shop. These places are worth a visit even if you do not have any plans of taking out your wallet.


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Dark Phoenix VFX Supervisor Explains the Original Vision for Jean Grey
Jake AbbateWednesday, July 31, 2019
The final 20th Century Fox X-Men movie, Dark Phoenix, is already notorious thanks to its critical lashing and unflattering box office numbers. Beyond this, there was also the matter of behind-the-scenes drama that necessitated reshoots and delays. Concept artist Houston Sharp previously revealed unused designs for the character that differ significantly from what we saw in the final film. But according to VFX supervisor Greg Butler, there was a lot more that the filmmakers didn't follow through on.
While speaking with io9, Butler discussed his initial approach to rendering the Phoenix Force's gradual effects on Jean.
"We started with a lot of concepts which were intended to show the buildup of the Phoenix [in] Jean," said Butler. "It started with just a little glint in her eye and we built her all the way up to an actual bird made of fire in space, and there were of course many steps in between. I think, originally, we had 10 stages of Jean becoming the Phoenix before we realized that we needed more to really capture the spectacle and ultimately decided on 12."
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Butler went on to reveal that Jean's increasing level of power would have manifested in other horrifying ways as well.
"The other effect we ultimately landed on came from something way more intensive: demolecularization," continued Butler. "Originally, her face was going to begin to do that in a lot of scenes: coming off and revealing all of the energy within her before reforming. But as we started doing the early tests, it was like 'Woah, okay, no. Put her face back together. We needed to be able to see her act.'"
In the end, Jean's Phoenix form was relatively light on spectacle. But in Butler's mind, this is a reflection of the grounded interpretation of Chris Claremont and John Byrne's classic story. In fact, he seemed to admit that a proper adaptation of the Dark Phoenix Saga requires more than one movie to tell it.
"For the film that Dark Phoenix is, there just really wasn't a space for that take on the Phoenix, I think," Butler said. "The story of how Jean becomes the Phoenix deserves its own time and space to breathe. All of the more over-the-top stuff wouldn't have fit—it would have had to be a different movie on a conceptual level for the spectacular stakes to feel right here. If anything, that part of the Phoenix belongs in the second part of a two-film story. The idea of being the most powerful creature in the universe is interesting, but you need a really cosmic style story to explore that."
Would you have preferred to see this version of Jean Grey in Dark Phoenix? Let us know in the comment section below!
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Tags: 20th Century Fox, dark phoenix, Marvel, X-Men


How to go for BSc Biotech if I am a student of 12th medical?
i am student of +2 medical,i wnt to go for bsc biotech,plz tell is there any entrance exam for it??
How to do BSc Biotech if I am a student of 12th medical?
What is better between BSc Forensic Science and BSc Biotech after passing 12th in medical?
Should I join BSc Biotech after not getting into medical institutes for MBBS?
Which are the courses available after BSc Biotech?
Re: How to go for BSc Biotech if I am a student of 12th medical?
B. Sc ie: - Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Biotech is a Bachelor degree Biotechnology course. B. Sc in Biotech is basically three years course and the syllabus of the course is divided into three years. There is lot of colleges in India which provides B. Sc Biotechnology course. B. Sc in Biotechnology is one of the important course that proves a lot of career opposites.
~You must have passed 10+2 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics subjects from a recognized school or equivalent.
~ Your age should not more than 24 years of age.
Most of the Institutions in India do not conduct entrance examination for admission in B. Sc (Biotech) course. The student may get direct admission based on the entrance examination conducted by the Institution. So, the student who has scored good marks in 12th standard may get first preference at the time of admission.


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Dieser Artikel behandelt den  Landtag Reuß jüngerer Linie 1886–1889.

Landtag
Der Landtag Reuß jüngerer Linie wurde in zwei Kurien gewählt. Drei Mandate wurden durch die Höchstbesteuerten (HB) gewählt die anderen in allgemeinen Wahlen (AW) in Ein-Personen-Wahlkreisen bestimmt. Daneben bestand eine Virilstimme für den Inhaber des Reuß-Köstritzer Paragiums (RKP). Die Wahlen fanden am 15. September 1886 statt.

Als Abgeordnete wurden gewählt:

Landtagskommissar war der geheime Regierungsrat Robert Fischer. Unter dem Alterspräsidenten Bernhard Jäger wählte der Landtag Walther Fürbringer als Landtagspräsidenten. Als Vizepräsident wurde Karl Wartenburg gewählt (ab dem 16. Juli 1889 war dies Bernhard Jäger). Schriftführer war Franz Schlutter. Stellvertretender Schriftführer war Heinrich Lautenschläger.

Der Landtag trat vom 31. Oktober 1886 bis zum 18. Juli 1889 in 28 öffentlichen Plenarsitzungen in zwei  Sitzungsperioden zusammen. Der Landtagsabschied datiert vom 11. September 1889.

Für die Zeit zwischen den Sitzungsperioden wurde ein Landtagsausschuss gewählt. Dieser bestand aus:

Literatur
 Reyk Seela: Landtage und Gebietsvertretungen in den reußischen Staaten 1848/67–1923. Biographisches Handbuch (= Parlamente in Thüringen 1809–1952. Tl. 2). G. Fischer, Jena u. a. 1996, ISBN 3-437-35046-3, S. 128–130, 340–342.

Landtagswahlperiode Reuß jüngerer Linie
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The Northwest Indiana Times ran a nice feature story on Rabbi Zukrow–as he prepares for his formal installation on Friday here at Temple Beth-El.
"It is powerful to be present with families in special times and to see the impact that Jewish tradition, teaching and wisdom have to comfort and guide members of our faith community," rabbi told the Times.
Kindly click on this link to read the full story.