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Christmas Limited Release
We've put together something a little special for Christmas.
This coffee collection is a perfect gift for coffee lovers.
Each box contains 4 x 100g of the following rare and delicious microlot coffees packed beautifully in these cute little tins!
Brazil Sitio Taruma Carmo Best Cup #2 Natural Yellow Bourbon
Honduras El Puente La Catarata Washed Gesha
Yemen Abdulsalam Al-Lahaba Qima Auction Winner Natural Udaini
Sumatra Orangutan Coffee Project Wet-Hulled Typica
There's only a limited amount of these gift boxes available so get in quick!
For orders placed before Friday the 13th of December, standard shipping rates apply. For orders placed after this date, express post rates will apply to ensure delivery before Christmas
Purchase your Christmas coffee pack HERE or phone (03) 9383 3300
Posted on December 9, 2019 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Single Origin – Kenya – Kaguyu
Co-op: Inoi Farmers' Cooperative Society
Region: Kirinyaga County
Altitude: 1600-1700m above sea level
Varietal: SL34 and SL28
Processing Method: Washed
Supplier: MTC Group
Roasted for: Espresso and Filter options
Tasting notes: Rich flavours of cherry, blackcurrant, and raspberry with toffee sweetness, grapefruit acidity, round body and a long finish.
We are excited to release our freshly arrived Kenyan microlot from the Kaguyu coffee factory, which is found in the Kirinyaga County. Belonging to the Inoi Farmer's Cooperative, this washing station is located in the central highlands, at a high altitude and with quite mild weather. The cooperative is formed by 1200 active small-holder farmers, most of the members are small-scale farmers with an average of 0.4 hectares of coffee per farmer. This lot is processed with fresh river water and then dried for 21 days on raised beds.
We are offering this coffee in both Filter and Espresso roast profiles. round body and a long finish.
Posted on August 22, 2018 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Women in Coffee – Maria Jose Costa
Producer: Maria Jose Costa
Region: Norte Pioneiro
Farm/Co-operative: Sitio Sao Jose
Altitude: 850m above sea level
Species: Arabica
Varietal: Catuai
Processing Method: Pulped Natural
Supplier: Condesa Co-Lab / Capricornio
Roasted for: Espresso
Tasting notes: Creamy body with walnut, milk chocolate, white grape and vanillla.
This coffee is part of Capricornio Coffee's "Women in Coffee" project:
"Our idea is aligned with the International Women's Coffee Alliance and its Brazilian Chapter, that is, to empower women in Brazil and in the international coffee community to achieve meaningful and sustainable lives; and to encourage and recognise the participation of women in all aspects of the coffee industry, from seed to cup.
In these two regions and in these 69 cities, Capricornio Coffees offers support so that women in coffee conduct good agricultural practices at their estates, does quality control for coffees produced at these farms as well as finds opportunities and commercializes these coffee lots, adding value to the hard work these women have to produce specialty coffees."
Posted on May 25, 2018 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Single Origin – Brazil Caldas Royale
Region: Pocos De Caldas, Minas Gerais
Farm/Co-operative: Caldas Royale
Varietal: Various
Processing Method: Natural
Supplier: Three Brothers
Tasting notes: Great body, chocolate and almond with slight berry notes. Clean, balanced cup. Long and prominent aftertaste.
Posted on April 5, 2018 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Single Origin – February – Burundi Bwayi
Country: Burundi
Region: Matongo, Kayanza
Farm/Co-operative: Bwayi Washing Station
Altitude: 1760m above sea level
Varietal: Bourbon, Jackson, Mibirizi
Supplier: Cafe Imports
Tasting notes: Tangelo, blackberry, nougat, black tea, floral.
From Cafe Imports: "The Bwayi Washing Station is located in the town of Matongo, in the Kayanza Province of Burundi. On average there are 4,000 coffee producers contributing to Bwayi, 983 of whom contribute directly to the station, and 3,018 of which contribute to 10 different collection points. Other crops in the area include banana, beans, sweet potatoes, cassava, and taro.
Deep in the heart of Africa is the tiny country Burundi, and deep in Burundi is Cafe Imports: We have been trekking to this gem of a place just south of Rwanda on Lake Tanganyika since 2006, and Cafe Imports was one of the very first companies to see the great potential in specialty coffees here—not only for their profile, which is exquisite, as complex as Kenya but as versatile as a top-flight Colombian; but also for the economic possibilities that specialty coffee offers.
Coffee in Burundi is a logistical challenge from start to finish, even for the best of us. It is a particularly poor country, with one of the lowest GDP in Africa, and recent years have brought renewed political struggles and unrest that hark back to very troubled times in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The country's landlocked position on the continent is also tricky to navigate: Rather than being sold FOB (Free on Board), as most coffees are once they arrive at port and are loaded onto a container, coffees from Rwanda, Burundi, and Democratic Republic of Congo are traded FOT, or Free on Truck—a much riskier arrangement as it requires an incredibly long haul from the processing mill to a port that's as many as three countries and up to a week's travel time removed.
Despite the surface similarities that Burundi and Rwanda share on paper with regards to varieties, processing, farmer profile, and history (the two nations are often lumped together on offerings sheets and in the "story" of African coffees), they are practically night and day in the cup: The sparkling acidity of Burundi and the incredible complexity and diversity that's possible here is absolutely a product of the terroir, and the taste of the place is as beautiful and varied as the place itself.
We are in love with the coffees, the people, and the country of Burundi, and by continuing to invest in buying microlots from our washing-station partners, we are able to consistently offer our customers what we believe are some of the most interesting and most consistently high-cupping coffees from Africa."
Posted on February 28, 2018 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Single Origin – December – Costa Rica Finca Edgar
Region: Los Robles de Naranjo, West Valley
Farm/Co-operative: Finca Edgar
Varietal: Villa Sarchi
Tasting notes: Stewed fruit, pineapple, candied orange rind, green grape, tamarind, praline, sweet, syrupy.
The Aguileras are a family of 12 brothers and sisters who are second-generation coffee producers in the West Valley. (Hermanos is used to describe mixed male and female siblings in Spanish, but literally translates to "brothers" in English.) Their father was one of the first coffee growers in the area, and planted his farm 70 years ago: Neighboring farmers warned him that coffee wouldn't grow there, but now the area is rich with coffee lands. His children, the Aguilera Brothers, work together to produce coffee: Most of the siblings own farmland, and they co-manage the micromill they installed eight years ago, which they built with the earnings from their fourth-place Cup of Excellence win in 2007.
At first their father was skeptical about the mill, but he has been pleased by the results: Before they had the mill, the family was selling its coffee to a local co-operative and did not have any connection with the roasters who bought the lots. "No one every visited before," says brother Erasmo, the general manager of the micromill. "Now we get feedback, and we hear who likes the coffee and how we can make it better." They have a nursery in which they are growing many different varieties, including Gesha and SL-28, as well as Bourbon and Villa Sarchi. They aim to grow "a balance of good-quality and rust-resistant varieties."
This lot is a selection of Villa Sarchi, a variety discovered in the town of Sarchi, and is a Bourbon mutation with a 40% higher fruit system, and shorter internodal distance than Bourbon, somewhat similar to Caturra.
Single Origin – November – Nicaragua La Ventaja
Region: Dipilto, Nueva Segovia
Farm/Co-operative: Finca La Ventaja
Varietal: Caturra
Tasting notes: Green apple, grape, macadamia, praline, lime rind, baking spice, juicy.
From Cafe Imports: "Cafetos de Segovia micromill is a labor of love from the Albir family, specifically now the second generation, sisters Ana and Martha Albir, who inherited their passion for coffee from their father, who bought a coffee farm in 1991, tending to it with dedication until political strife forced his family to leave the country and cease the day-to-day operations of the farm. In 2007, Ana and Martha decided to take over the farm and continue their father's tradition. In 2015, they invested in a mill as well, and began their milling operation as Cafetos de Segovia in 2016, providing milling and exporting services not only for their own family farm but also for 11 nearby farms owned by friends and family.
Nicaragua is known for producing larger quantities of standard coffees, and microlots are much less common, despite the presence of good quality varieties like Bourbon and Caturra: The lower elevations throughout the country and the prevalence of coffee-leaf rust have made it difficult for producers to achieve that ellusive micrlot status. The Albir sisters and their associates are interested in producing specialty coffee, and are going the extra mile to separate lots based on variety and a host of experimental processes such as honeys and naturals, which are unusual for Nicaraguan coffee as well. We expect to see the volumes of their microlot-quality lots improve, and are also impressed by their blended lots of more standard coffees—a diversity of options that allow them to grow with the developing Nicaraguan specialty market.
This lot is from a producer whose farm is nearby: Sergio Paguaga, from the farm Finca La Ventaja. Don Sergio grows several varieties on his 30 manzanas, including Caturra, Java, Catuai, and Maracaturra. This particular lot is a separation of his Caturra, which is picked ripe, fermented with water for 10–12 hours, then laid on patios to dry for 10–15 days. Don Sergio has been working in coffee for 15 years, and says that coffee is something that he produces with love and enthusiasm."
Posted on November 15, 2017 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Single Origin – September – Ethiopia Gelana Abaya
Region: Asgori, Abaya, Yirgacheffe
Farm/Co-operative: Various smallholder farmers
Altitude: 1795–2150m above sea level
Varietal: Heirloom Ethiopian varieties
Tasting notes: Cherry chocolate, pineapple, green grape, panela, jasmine tea, elder flower.
From Cafe Imports: "This coffee comes from our washing-station partners at Gelana Abaya, which is in the kebele, or village, of Asgori, in the woreda, or district, of Abaya, in the Yirgacheffe region.
Aside from its near-legendary status as the "birthplace" of Arabica coffee, there is much to love about Ethiopia as a producing nation, including but not limited to the incredible diversity of flavor and character that exists among microregions, specifically within the southwestern Gedeo Zone of Yirgacheffe within the region of Sidama—areas whose names alone conjure thoughts of the finest coffees in the world. Coffee was literally made to thrive in the lush environment Yirgacheffe's forests provide, developing nuanced floral characteristics, articulate sweetness and sparkling acidity. However, coffee has also adapted to the more arid climate of Harrar, in the northeast of the country; the varieties planted there have historically had more chocolatey, rich undertones.
Processing, of course, also plays a significant part in what makes Ethiopian coffees distinct—both distinctly Ethiopian, as well as distinct from one another, washed or natural.
Until recently, coffee grown by smallholders and co-ops in Ethiopia were required to be sold through the ECX, where lots were classified by general region, quality (Grade 1–5), and escaped of most of their traceability. In March of 2017, the prime minister of Ethiopia approved a reform allowing co-operatively owned washing stations to export their coffee directly, which allows for separation of top coffee lots, higher prices for farmers, and increased recognition for the best quality coffees in Ethiopia.
Greater traceability allows us to buy more directly from the same washing stations year in and year out, and opens the potential for partnerships on a more micro level, with individual farmers or smaller groups within a community, to select out special lots.
Café Imports is proud to offer a variety of Ethiopian coffees—an inventory not simply diverse in flavor, but that also represents the various relationships and buying practices that exist within coffee's native region."
Posted on September 18, 2017 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Single Origin – August – Kenya Mutwewathi
Region: Mukurwe-ini Division, Nyeri County
Farm/Co-operative: Mutwewathi Factory
Varietal: SL-28, SL-34, Ruiru 11, Batian
Processing Method: Washed, Sun Dried
Tasting notes: Strong crisp citric acidity and heavy with rich chocolate, lemon-lime and clove.
Mutwe-wathi Factory is a washing station that services 1,050 farmers of the Gikaru CGCS. It was biult in 1965 and broke off from the larger Mukurwe-ini FCS in 2000 to join Gikaru which later became the New Gikaru F.C.S. The farmers (200 of whom are female) have an average of 200 trees per farm, and they grow the common Kenyan varieties of SL-28, SL-34, Batian, and Riuru 11. The farms in this area have red volcanic soil and the farmers grow tea, corn, and bananas in addition to coffee.
The factory uses one depulper and has four soaking pits for recycling and purifying wash water, which is provided by the Gura River. It is Fairtrade certified, and the farmers receive advance payment for school fees and for necessary farm inputs such as fertilizers. The factory manager also provides annual trainings for the members.
In our opinion, Kenya has one of the most interesting and complicated histories with coffee: Despite sharing a border with the "birthplace of coffee," Ethiopia, Kenya was one of the latest places planted in coffee, nearly 300 years after the plant was first cultivated for sale. In fact, the varieties that were brought to Kenya had circumnavigated the globe before they found their way back to the African continent, mutating in various climates to create a profile that, once adapted to the rich soil around Mt. Kenya, resulted in the singular profiles that this country has to offer.
The first plants were brought to the country by Scottish and French missionaries, the latter contributing what would be known as French Mission Bourbon, transplanted from the island of Bourbon (now called Reunion) to Tanzania and Kenya in an attempt to finance their efforts on the ground. The Scottish, meanwhile, brought strains from Mocha, the different varieties contributing to the dynamic quality of the coffees in the country even to this day.
Established as a British colony specifically for its moneymaking potential, Kenya became a coffee powerhouse as a way for the empire to control both the tea (already a Kenyan staple crop) and coffee markets worldwide. By the 1920s, as Europe demanded more and more coffee, the cash crop became a major Kenyan export, and in the 1930s the auction system was developed, ostensibly to democratize the market for farmers. After Kenya achieved independence from Britain in the 1960s, coffee took on a greater importance to small landholders, many of whom were given coffee farms in the redistribution of private property from large colonial and government-owned plantations.
In the 2000s, approximately 85% of the coffee farms in Kenya are owned by natives to the country, though European influence is still evident in larger estates. Today, the majority of Kenyan farmers tend small plots, growing as few as 150 coffee trees trees: They bring cherry to centrally located mills, where their coffees are weighed, sorted, and combined to create lots large enough to process and export. There are also privately owned estates, though fewer than during colonial days: The average estate grows around 10,000 coffee trees.
Posted on August 7, 2017 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
Single Origin – July – El Salvador El Aguila
Region: Santa Ana
Farm/Co-operative: El Aguila
Varietal: Bourbon
Supplier: Melbourne Coffee Merchants
Tasting notes: Balanced and fruity with caramel sweetness, blackcurrant and winey acidity. Soft mouthfeel with notes of plum, dark chocolate and yellow peach.
"Finca El Aguila ('the Eagle') is located at 1500m – 1720 above sea level nestled between the La Ranas and El Aguila volcanoes near the town of Cantón Ojo de Agua, a municipality of Chalchuapa in the Santa Ana department of El Salvador.
The farm 63 hectares in size, 44 of which are planted with coffee with the rest dedicated to a natural reserve. has the perfect conditions to produce exceptional coffee, with high altitude, rich volcanic soil, plenty of rainfall and temperatures of 18 – 24 degrees celcius.
Today the farm is run by fifth generation coffee farmer, Ricardo Ariz. Ricardo only recently took over the farm and is relatively new to coffee. He has fond memories of being at El Aguila from an early age with his grandfather, Miguel Angelo, a passionate and curious farmer. "I think we have my grandfather to thank for the good quality varieties on this farm. I don't think he planted them because they made financial sense, but he loved to try new things." Ricardo's grandfather passed away in the late 60s, and Mauricio, Ricardo's father, took over the farm. He was very young at the time, having just finished college. Maurico managed the farm for 15 years until 1980. At this time the Civil War erupted in El Salvador, and the country saw extreme violence for next 12 years. During 'The Lost Decade', the farm was practically abandoned. Mauricio and his family moved to the States, and the farm was managed at arms length via engineers who visited the farm 4-5 times a year.
In the 1990s, when the Civil war ended, the Ariz family started to recoup the farm, and hired people to manage the farm on a daily basis, however the farms remoteness and inaccessibility made this difficult. It was not really until 2010, after the passing of Ricardo's 88 year-old grandmother, that the family decided to actively invest and manage the property.
It was at this time that Mauricio (who had built up a successful business in the US and had no intention of returning to El Salvador) approached Ricardo to run the farm. Ricardo, who has a Masters in Economics and Finance and had spent most of his adult life in venture capital reflects, "Before taking over the farm, I didn't really even drink coffee. But when I took it over, I started making an effort to taste different coffees, learn how to cup and understand the industry. And as I did, I developed a real interest in the farm and a real liking for coffee. I attended the SCAA and started meeting with people from the specialty coffee industry and I learned I lot from them."
Since taking over the management of El Aguila, Ricardo has surrounded himself with a strong team of experts who have helped him ensure that they engage with the best possible farming practices on the farm. "I tried to find the brightest people who are the most committed to working here." He now has a team of 7 full time employees, including a full time agronomist. He also employs 60 pickers during the harvest.
Ricardo admits that when he first took on the management of the farm, it was because he felt like 'it was his time to bat'. But it has been through his relationships with his staff and the surrounding community that Ricardo has found his love for coffee and his newfound profession. "I've found a passion for coffee – its something that has really turned me on, and its not for its financial rewards- it's more of a spiritual thing." he explained to us on the long winding drive up to El Aguila.
He explained "It's been self fulfilling, because the minute the workers realised that I was actually committed to improving the farm and their lifestyle, and understanding that we were going to grow, and why, we started discovering a lot of things together."
Ricardo's staff have helped him build an inventory of what is growing on the farm. In total they have discovered 7 unique varieties on the farm which they have been gradually separating and testing for both their cup quality, resilience and yield. Of the 7 they have found 3 that are commercially viable – (ie they cup well and produce enough coffee). In addition to these varieties, the plantation has mainly Bourbon planted throughout it (around 80% of the plantation), and some small plots of SL28, SL34, Pacamara, Yellow Caturra and Geisha. Ricardo and his team are now working out the best places of the farm to plant each variety so that it thrives. "Sometimes I feel like we are stitching a quilt" Ricardo explained as he took us around the farm.
Annually Ricardo and his team plant around 8500 trees per year. Trial and error has seen them gradually find the optimal places to grow each variety, and armed with this knowledge, Ricardo is gradually mapping out a long term plan for the farm. Planting new varieties has become a priority, especially those that appear to be unique to the farm.
Ricardo admits that the quality of El Aguila's cup is largely due to the unique microclimate of the farm. With a high altitude, rich volcanic soil, plenty of rainfall and temperatures of 18 – 24 degrees Celsius, the farm has the perfect conditions to produce exceptional coffee. Throughout the farm Ingas and Copalchi have been planted to provide share and protect the coffee trees from direct harsh sunlight during the peak of the harvest. Fertilisation is only performed after careful soil analysis by the farms agronomist, and weed control is performed manually to avoid the use of herbicides. Other practices on the farm include erosion control using vegetative barriers, and the composting of pruned branches to create more organic matter for the farm.
We have been buying from El Aguila since 2012, and we have a huge amount of respect for Ricardo. The two things that resonate that most with us is his passion, and his fierce commitment to quality and doing things well. His intimacy with the farm and understanding of what is required to produce exceptional coffee is remarkable. But it is Ricardo's commitment to the community that we find the most inspiring. In addition to employing local community members on the farm, the Ariz family also supports the Ojo de Agua community with workers and materials to maintain two access roads, as well as providing a water supply to the community from their water reservoirs. It is hoped that in the coming years they will be able to facilitate access to electricity for this community as well.
This particular lot that we have purchased from Ricardo is 100% Bourbon. It was carefully handpicked under the supervision of the farm's manager, Antonio, who ensured only the very ripest cherries were selected. It was then delivered to the mill at El Carmen, where it was pulped and fermented for 18 hours and then washed and dried on patios in the sun for 16 days." – Melbourne Coffee Merchants
Posted on July 10, 2017 by Genovese Coffee	in Blog
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Q: Prevent Text in Jetpack Compose from enlarging when device font size is increases I have a screen in my app which displays a timer. If the user decides to increase the font size in the device settings menu then the text becomes too large for the layout and it begins to wrap. This is not an issue for my other screens that are more text heavy. For this screen - and only this screen - I would prefer to prevent the timer text from increasing in size if accessibility options are used.

The code in question looks like this, if it adds context:
HorizontalPager(state = pagerState, dragEnabled = dragEnabled) { page ->
    val timeInSeconds = abs(steps[page % steps.size] / 1000L)
    val minutes = (timeInSeconds / 60).toString().padStart(2, '0')
    val seconds = (timeInSeconds % 60).toString().padStart(2, '0')

    Text(
        modifier = Modifier.fillMaxWidth(0.85f),
        text = stringResource(R.string.pomodoro_active_notification_content_body, minutes, seconds),
        textAlign = TextAlign.Center,
        fontSize = LocalDimens.current.intervalTimeFontSize,
        style = MaterialTheme.typography.h1
    )
}

A: Its pretty easy actually. You can just set new CompositionLocalProvider like this
CompositionLocalProvider(
    LocalDensity provides Density(
        LocalDensity.current.density,
        1f // - we set here default font scale instead of system one
    )
) {
    //your composables that will use no-scale
}

A: As @CommonsWare correctly pointed out, you need to reverse scaling.
You can get fontScale from LocalDensity:
val Int.nonScaledSp
    @Composable
    get() = (this / LocalDensity.current.fontScale).sp

Usage:
10.nonScaledSp

A: val textStyle = MaterialTheme.typography.h1

val fontSizeDp = with(LocalDensity.current) { textStyle.fontSize.value.dp.toSp() }
Text(
    ...
    style = textStyle,
    fontSize = fontSizeDp,
)

A: This is an extension function for Int but you can do it for Float if you wish to
@Composable
fun Int.scaledSp(): TextUnit {
    val value: Int = this
    return with(LocalDensity.current) {
        val fontScale = this.fontScale
        val textSize =  value / fontScale
        textSize.sp
  }

A: We can use CompositionLocalProvider to override the default font scale:
@Composable
fun TextWithFixedSize(
    text: String,
    fontSize: TextUnit,
) {
    val newDensity = Density(
        LocalDensity.current.density,
        fontScale = 2f,
    )
    CompositionLocalProvider(
        LocalDensity provides newDensity,
    ) {
        Text(
            text = text,
            fontSize = fontSize,
        )
    }
}

If you want to use a fixed text size on all the pages of your app, just wrap your root composable with the CompositionLocalProvider.
The same app with different font size settings:

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Knowing your current emotional bandwidth extends beyond saying no to an engagement. Saying no when you don't wish to do something is the first step in helping you establish boundaries.
What I'm talking about here is when, even after you've grounded your energy multiple times, and you still feel worn out.
Lately, I've been witnessing a higher than average amount of people – not just lightworkers – push themselves beyond their emotional capacity for extended amounts of time. I've done it. When you are feeling like your circuits are fried, and you continue to push yourself, you are disconnecting yourself from your body and heart. Sometimes it becomes a pattern, so we begin to get used to a particular type of suffering, and it, unfortunately, becomes second nature. This way of existing is not the true order of things, and the energy you wish to embody can be accessed at any time.
Emotional Bandwidth is the ability to know how you are honestly feeling in a given moment. It also includes accepting responsibility for your energy management, which is understanding the limit to the amount of information your system can handle.
Staying present and asking for assistance from Spirit and loved ones is the key to being able to see and feel the signs. Your body will let you know when you've bumped up against your limit. If you feel as though you can't see the signs from Spirit, get quiet and up your self-care game. Treat self-care as if it's your J.O.B.!
Additionally, recognizing the emotional bandwidth of others can help you preserve relationships. I've unknowingly done it – calling someone to complain about the same topic over and over without being open to a solution. I was quite literally draining their energetic system.
As Lee Harris and the Z's say, we are the most powerful forces in our lives. So ask yourself, where does your emotional bandwidth begin and end?


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9 winners, 4 losers after Steelers 13-10 win over Raiders
The Pittsburgh Steelers returned to the field on Saturday when they played the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 16 of the regular season. The Steelers won the contest, but that doesn't mean every player performed well or poorly.
Players who play well can be called 'Winners', while those who leave a lot to be desired can be called 'Losers'. It may sound harsh, but it's at the heart of this exercise.
Let's check who landed on which side of the book after the last game…
George Pickens
Statistics line: 5 receptions, 57 yards, 11.4 average, 1 TD, 25 long, 5 targets
Steelers fans have been screaming from the rooftops to get Pickens more involved. Everyone has heard the responses to these statements. "He is a rookie, he needs time to develop." Stuff like that. Well, outside of a game where he missed a few passes, the rookie has been one of the more constant forces in the Steelers' offense. Performances like this aren't going to end with people wanting more Pickens week after week. It was good to see him taking charge when passes were thrown his way.
Pat Freiermuth
Statistics line: 7 catches, 66 yards, 9.4 average, 0 TD, 17 long, 8 targets
It was Freiermuth who recommended that all Steelers wear No. 32 jerseys before and after the game, and the former Penn State tight end went out of his way to honor the late Penn State running back. Freiermuth had a pass through his hands that, while a little high, should have been caught. but otherwise he made up for it with some crucial conversion receptions in the second half. It was also great to see Freiermuth score 8 goals after failing to score one last week in Carolina.
Najee Harris
Statistics line: 16 carries, 53 yards, 3.3 average, 0 TD, 14 yards long / 6 receptions, 42 yards, 7.0 average, 0 TD, 19 long, 9 targets
The Steelers' running game left a lot to be desired, but this was the type of game fans saw frequently in their rookie season. Not just running the football, but also using the receiving ability to move the football. In the second half it was Harris the receiver, not necessarily the runner, who made the difference to the offense. Moving the chains and setting up the attack was the theme, and he made all the difference to the attack when he needed it most.
Diontae Johnson
Statistics line: 5 catches, 64 yards, 12.8 average, 0 TD, 15 long, 7 targets
Johnson was red-hot in the first half but cooled down in the second, but his first half was something to behold. You could see the Raiders decide how they wanted to defend the Steelers receivers, and that was shadowing Pickens. That left Johnson with a 1-on-1 matchup, which he was winning handily. In the second half, adjustments created less space for Johnson and that opened things up for others. Those are the counter-adjustments you want to see on offense.
Kenny Pickett
Statistics line: 26/39, 244 yards, 6.3 average, 1 TD, 1 INT, 0 sacks, 81.6 rating
Some will regret putting Pickett on the winners' list, but there are some games where playing your best when it matters most results in a pretty mundane performance. Pickett wasn't perfect, far from it, but the final two-minute run was orchestrated in a way that will leave fans feeling better than they did about the rookie just a few quarters earlier. Pickett played well when it mattered most, and that's what should matter most.
Cam Heyward
Statistics line: 7 tackles, 4 solo, 2 sacks, 3 TFL, 1 pass defense, 2 QB hits
While the rest of the defense forgot to show up on the opening drive, Cam Heyward looked determined not to let Franco Harris' night be ruined for the sake of defense. From the moment Heyward emerged from the tunnel waving the 32 flag, he was ready to put on a vintage performance. Heyward played nonstop, and the Steelers needed every play he provided.
pass rush
Statistics line: 3 sacks / 5 QB Hits
The Raiders don't deliver many sacks, and the fact that the Steelers came home three times was tremendous. They'll need that kind of production down the stretch to keep their playoff hopes alive, as well as their hopes of keeping Mike Tomlin's undefeated season streak intact.
Timely Defense
Statistics line: 3 travel items
The conclusions were tremendous, but take a look at the stats below from ESPN's Bill Barnwell. They speak for themselves…
The Raiders drove 72 yards for a TD on the opening drive. Here's what they did afterwards:
14 yards (punt)
53 yards (FG)
0 yards (INT)
20 yards (INT)
5 yards (punt)
Can't even say they're losing Renfrow + Waller anymore.
—Bill Barnwell (@billbarnwell) December 25, 2022
Franco's Victory
Statistics line: similarities galore
The thought of the Steelers not getting the win on Franco Harris night was as harrowing as it could be. Thankfully, the Steelers got back on their feet, just like the team did in 1972, and won the game. The similarities between the scores, etc. were crazy, but they made this game memorable for everyone involved.
3rd and long defense
Statistics line: LVR – 6 by 12
Allowing 50% for the opposition is far from perfect for the Steelers defense, but the 3rd and 16th, and other 3rds and longs were hard to watch. The Steelers defense used to hang their hat on putting the opposition 3rd and long situations. That's when they did the most damage. Now, fans are wondering how they're going to get away with the conversion. The defense straightened up a bit in the second half and those adjustments were welcome.
Chris Boswell
Statistics line: 2/4 FG, 1/1 XP
Kicking in sub-zero temperatures can't be easy, and I still think Tomlin should have done it instead of going for a 52-yard field goal, but you expect the Pro Bowl kicker to do anything in the 40-yard range. In a premium points game, you cannot leave anything on the field.
Statistics line: Anyone covering Hunter Renfrow
It started with Tre Norwood mishandling Renfrow on his touchdown reception, but it continued throughout the game. It was cold, and maybe that was it, but the Steelers' tackling certainly left a lot to be desired.
3rd down offense
Statistics line: 5 for 14
After the Steelers' dominant 3rd down offense last week, they followed up with a subpar performance Saturday night against Las Vegas. However, the caveat here is how the team got the conversions when they needed it, and those would be the last two offensive possessions of the game.
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Looking for a fun and clever way to introduce your child to the alphabet? "Alphabet Anatomy: Meet the Capital Letters" is a wonderful way to do just that. Every page of this book presents a capital letter A to Z as an interesting character. Each letter has a friendly face, is surrounded by eye-capturing color, and has its own rhyming story that teaches a nifty way to remember the shapes or "anatomy" of the letters. Through these rhymes the story helps children learn how to recognize the sounds that each letter makes (F is "fit and fine"), develop a vocabulary of different words and objects that begin with each letter ("K can fly her kite"), and to be able to understand the shape of each letter (B is "two bellies fat"). Any child that struggles to remember how the letters are written would benefit from this book's strategies of connecting a letter to the environment; it is much easier to recall the letter M if you know that it is made of "two mountains." A great tool for language learning at the phonological level, "Alphabet Anatomy: Meet the Capital Letters" provides a unique way for children to build reading and writing skills. Take note preschool teachers, this book would serve as a useful tool to introduce the letter of the week!
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In theory, Brazil has one of the most structured public health systems in the world. The SUS (Sistema Único de Saúde, "United Health System") was developed in 1988. This followed the INPS (Instituto Nacional de Previdência Social, "National Institute for Social Security"), which was created first by former President Getúlio Vargas in 1933. It has changed a lot over the years. The INPS used to serve only registered workers - leaving unemployed people alone with their own luck. The SUS fully covers any person, Brazilian or not, who looks for medical care.
The health structure is based on levels. At the first level, there is basic medical attention. It is composed of health promotion, prevention, family planning and basic assistance. As the levels advance, so do the complexity of the diseases treated, until the fourth and last level, where the diseases such as cancer, organ transplants and rare conditions are treated. Emergencies could be treated in any of the levels, due to the nature of the condition. The system was designed to be the best in the world and served as a model to many other health systems around the world.
A person can simply walk to a public hospital and ask for a consultation. General practitioners are the first line of service and can forward patients accordingly based on their needs. In SUS, patients won't be charged for any consultation or medical procedures. If the doctor prescribes medication, it can be bought in drugstores or, in some cases, it is given for free in the public drugstores.
The free medications used to treat diabetes are things like syringe, test strips and glucose monitor. To get them, a doctor's prescription is needed. For any other medications that are un-affordable for patients, there is an administrative request with the medical prescription and an evaluation to verify if you really need the medications. Insulin pumps, insulin analogues and any other health needs, such as transplants or chemotherapy, can be requested this way, and, in general, will be given for free.
ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária, "National Sanitary Vigilance Agency") is like the FDA in Brazil, connected with the Health Ministry and approves all the medicines available in the market. Doctors will guide themselves by the intersection of international guidelines and ANVISA approved medications, giving their generic name.
In general, doctors can prescribe any medication available in the market. Doctors prefer to prescribe those medications recommended by national and international guidelines, or these ones which can be found in generic ways - for example, instead of prescribing Glifage for people with diabetes, they prescribe the generic name, Metformin. Doctors will prescribe the medications available in the popular drugstores, in order to reduce the cost to the patients, but they can prescribe any medication recommended.
Practically, what is like to live with type 1 diabetes in Brazil?
Although the system was designed to be the best in the world, it doesn't work that way in Brazil. People in Brazil do not understand the levels, and tend to go always to the biggest hospitals - usually, the third and fourth levels - and understand all health conditions to be emergencies. This fills the emergency rooms in the hospitals and, to allow people to be seen urgently, the budget and workforce is transferred from the first levels to the higher ones.
Talking about budget, this is another problem. The budget isn't really low, but the Health Ministry doesn't use it efficiently. In 2012-2013, there was R$ 17 billion (something like US$ 11 billion!) untouched. The wages paid to the health care professionals are very low and have not been updated since 1994. Many healthcare posts are empty because no doctor or nurse wants to go to hospital where he or she will not have medicines, technology, or even paper to write a prescription! Because the Health Ministry isn't investing enough, this creates a massive vicious circle that is leading public health care services in Brazil to continually weaken. This in turn leads the private healthcare systems to raise their prices, but many still choose to buy private health care. The private systems are inundated with patients and aren't offering the appropriate support they should.
Besides these problems, the government gives citizens medications but due to SUS design, the Health Ministry gives the money to state secretaries, and the state gives the money to municipal secretaries. There is a lot of corruption, which leads to a big lack of support with medication for people with diabetes, even in major cities. The lack of education for professionals and patients also plays a big role, because it isn't seen by government as a priority.
Again, all treatment and medication provided by a public hospital is free of charge for all patients. Any medication prescribed during a hospital stay is exempt from prescription charges. If patients go to a private hospital, they can be charged for everything. If you have a private health plan, your plan will be charged and you may or may not be re-bill this charge.
Life with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) in Brazil can be a simple condition or a huge problem, depending on where you live. People living in major cities, like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Brasília won't have big problems, since the diabetes associations in these cities will provide information enough and will forward the patients to good endocrinologists. In smaller cities, or in areas such as the Amazon forest, the Caatinga (a region desert-like in the northeast of the country) or the Pantanal (a flooded plain, in the centre of the country), life with T1D can be a huge problem. Sometimes, the nearest city with a doctor can be something like twelve hours by boat, and the nearest doctor may not even be prepared to treat diabetes. In these cases, diabetes might not be discovered until the patient develops DKA or complications and is far away from the doctor. This leads to a higher mortality rate among people in these areas due to diabetes.
Thank you Ronaldo Wieselberg from Brazil for sharing your knowledge with us.


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Register Log In AmbergrisCaye.com Home Forums Travel $114K for the Philip Goldson Highway & Remate Bypass Project
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$114K for the Philip Goldson Highway & Remate Bypass Upgrading Project
Today, at the Mameyal Curve on the Philip Goldson Highway, ground was officially broken to signal the upgrade of the highway from mile twenty-four in Biscayne to the Santa Elena border, including the Remate Bypass. It is being made possible through funding from the Caribbean Development Bank, U.K. aid and the government of Belize at a price tag of approximately one hundred and fourteen million dollars. News Five's Duane Moody reports from Orange Walk.
Duane Moody, Reporting
If you've traveled north, you would have noticed that construction has been ongoing for quite some time along the Philip Goldson Highway with roundabouts being built and several areas along the stretch widened, sidewalks and bus sheds installed. It is all part of a one hundred and fourteen thousand-dollar road upgrading project.
Julius Espat, Minister of Infrastructure Development
"The total value is approximately a hundred and fourteen million divided into four lots. The contractors are Teichroeb and Cisco Construction."
To ensure that Belize gets value for this upgrade, the Ministry of Infrastructure Development serves as the project execution unit to supervise and work in conjunction with an engineering consulting company out of Italy.
Enea Sermasi, Head of International Business Development, Politecnica Ingegneria and Architettura
"We've always had the same vision for construction projects, which is providing our services always focusing on the impacts and the consequences of the building environment on communities and their territories in order to guarantee and safeguard inclusive, resilient and sustainable benefits to both of them. Connecting communities, creating infrastructures that foster growth, prosperity and social equality, while respecting the environment and people's wellbeing is still our job and mission today."
The road upgrade will be resilient to future climate changes and will allow for safer travels and faster connections. The Philip Goldson Highway spans over a hundred and forty-eight kilometers and services the country's productive sectors such as sugarcane, tourism and services sector. It connects Belize and Mexico and facilitates trade.
Prime Minister John Briceño
"It is in keeping with our firm commitment to improving the standard of living of all Belizeans by providing access to meaningful employment, affordable healthcare, better education standard and those services aimed at a better quality of life for all our people. The Philip Goldson Highway and the Remate Bypass Upgrading Project is expected to achieve all this and more. With the upgrading of the Remate Bypass of what we refer to as the shortcut to Chetumal, the route to the Mexican border will be shortened by three kilometers. This is something that will positively impact travel time and it will increase efficiency."
Similarly to the road safety projects, the works will see new drainage, lay-by bus stops and other road safety features between miles twenty-four in Biscayne and the Santa Elena Border. The Caribbean Development Bank is assisting with financing for the one hundred and fourteen million-dollar project. Since 1996, the bank has provided three hundred and thirty million Belize dollars in loan and grant financing to the country.
Isaac Solomon, Vice President Operations, Project Department, C.D.B.
"C.D.B. has been and remains a long term partner of the government and people of Belize as they try to achieve their development objective. Belize is a founding member of the bank and 2022 marks the fifty-second year of operations. Since its inception, C.D.B. has provided funding resources to Belize for improving agriculture, tourism, water and sanitation, electricity, transportation, housing, health, education and citizen security. While the bank has had an impact on many sectors in Belize, a lot of our support has involved road infrastructure improvements."
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Ground was broken for the Philip Goldson Highway and Remate Bypass Upgrading Project on May 10, 2022. The project is just one phase in a $114 million project that spans a large portion of the Philip Goldson Highway, from Biscayne Village in the Belize District to the Santa Elena Border in Corozal. The enhancement of our infrastructure will result in not only safer roads, but ultimately lead to economic development and improvement of lives.
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Building Roads to a Sustainable Belize
Stretching from Belize City to the Mexican border, the Philip Goldson Highway is one of Belize's major thoroughfares and is receiving a much-needed upgrade under the Philip S W Goldson Highway and Remate Bypass Upgrading Project. Approximately 77 miles of roadway will be improved to provide a safer drive home for daily commuters, stimulate economic growth and improve the quality of life for those who live along the highway.


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Justin Bieber faces DUI, resisting arrest charges in Miami | CBC News Loaded
Justin Bieber faces DUI, resisting arrest charges in Miami
Canadian pop star Justin Bieber was arrested in Miami Beach early today and charged with driving under the influence and resisting arrest without violence after police said he had been stopped while "drag racing" down a street before dawn.
Canadian pop singer released on $2,500 bail after spending morning in Miami-Dade jail
CBC News · Posted: Jan 23, 2014 7:22 AM EST | Last Updated: January 24, 2014
Bieber bail set at $2,500 on Miami DUI
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Torrent of reaction from Beliebers, detractors
The singer, 19, was released hours after a judge set bail at $2,500 early Thursday afternoon. Reuters reported that Bieber emerged from the jail escorted by correctional officers and his personal entourage, before climbing on the roof of an SUV to wave to fans.
Under Florida law, people under the age of 21 are considered driving under the influence if they have a blood-alcohol content of 0.02 or more — a level the 5-foot-9, 140-pound star could reach with one drink.
Singer Justin Bieber waves from atop an SUV as he leaves the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014, in Miami. (El Nuevo Herald, Hector Gabin/Associated Press)
For a first DUI offence, there is no minimum jail sentence and a maximum of six months, a fine of $250 to $500, and 50 hours of community service — which he would have to serve in the state of Florida. For anyone under 21, there is an automatic six-month licence suspension — which would take effect no matter where in the U.S. the pop star travelled.
A Miami-Dade County judge set Bieber's bond at $2,500 on Thursday afternoon.
Bieber had been held at the Miami Beach police station and then Miami-Dade county jail since his arrest. The court appearance was conducted by video soon after 1 p.m. ET.
Bieber was nabbed and taken into custody soon after 4 a.m. ET Thursday, police said.
Run-ins with the law
Bieber, who was born in London, Ont., raised in nearby Stratford, but now lives in the Los Angeles area, has had several incidents with law enforcement officials in the past month. In Miami, he was accused of racing a rented, yellow Lamborghini alongside a red Ferrari driven by a friend identified as rhythm and blues singer Khalil.
Khalil, whose full name is Khalil Amir Sharieff, was also arrested and charged with driving under the influence. His bond was set at $1,000.
At a morning news conference, Miami Beach police Chief Raymond Martinez said Bieber was "a little belligerent, questioning, using some choice words, why he had been stopped."
Martinez said Bieber was tested, and acknowledged that he been smoking marijuana and drinking beer, and had taken a prescription medicine. The chief said he didn't know the nature of the prescription drug. He also said Bieber was using an invalid Georgia driver's licence.
Bieber's blood-alcohol levels weren't released.
Co-operative at station
The racing consisted of going from a standing start on Pine Tree Drive — a residential area where the speed limit is 50 km/h — to approximately 100 km/h, Martinez said.
"Once he was here at the station, he was very co-operative," Martinez said. "We did not have any issues with him."
The arresting officer's statement, released at about 11 a.m., said Bieber was directed to get out of the Lamborghini once the officer saw his bloodshot eyes and smelled alcohol. Bieber said to him: "Why the f--k are you doing this?"
Once Bieber got out of the car, the officer asked him to put his hands on the vehicle and keep his hands out of his pockets.
"Fearing that the driver might have a weapon or contraband, I asked the driver to place his hands on his vehicle in order to facilitate a cursory pat down for weapons," the statement says.
Bieber responded: "What the f--k did I do, why did you stop me?"
The pop star was asked again to put his hands on the car. Bieber complied, but soon removed them and turned to face the officer.
Bieber is quoted as then saying: "I ain't got no f---ing weapons. Why do you have to search me? What the f--k is this about?"
After Bieber had three times failed to keep his hands on the car, the officer took his right hand and put him under arrest. Bieber tried to pull away, but was then taken into custody "with no further incident," the statement says.
The officer gave Bieber a standardized field sobriety test on a flat, well-lit surface. Bieber "did not perform to standards," the officer's statement says.
Bieber had been in the Miami area for a few days and had reportedly been visiting a club on Lincoln Road on Wednesday night.
Earlier reports indicated the musician's entourage had used their cars to block traffic on Pine Tree Drive at 26th Street, creating a "drag strip" for Bieber.
Open question of deportation
It's not clear whether he will be deported as a result of this incident. According to U.S. federal law a conviction is not always required.
The Immigration and Nationality Act says any non-U.S. citizen convicted of — or who admits to committing — an act related to a controlled substance — is inadmissible into the country.
According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection "a single DUI conviction is not grounds to deny entry into the U.S; however, multiple DUI convictions or a DUI conviction in combination with other misdemeanour offences can make a person inadmissible and require a waiver prior to entering the United States. A crime of moral turpitude (CIMT) may be grounds to deny entry to the U.S."
Bieber is currently under investigation in a felony vandalism case after a neighbour reported the pop star threw eggs at his house and caused thousands of dollars of damage.
His arrest in Miami is unlikely to affect the egg-throwing investigation, however, should he be found guilty of vandalism, added to the charges of driving under the influence and resisting arrest, it could put him at risk of being deported.
Nearly a dozen detectives searched Bieber's home last week for video surveillance and other evidence that could be used to pursue a vandalism charge.
Bieber is also being sued by a former bodyguard who says the singer repeatedly berated him, hit him in the chest and owes him more than $420,000 in overtime and other wages. The case is scheduled to go to trial in Los Angeles next month.
Bad January
On Jan. 4, detectives from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department found drugs and arrested an associate of the singer during the search of Bieber's home.
Police noted that Bieber, his security and entourage co-operated fully with the search, but did not make an official statement.
Bieber lives in a gated community in Calabasas, a celebrity enclave northwest of downtown L.A.
Last October, prosecutors declined to charge Bieber after a neighbour complained he drove recklessly through the area.
In November 2012, prosecutors also declined to charge Bieber when the singer was accused of punching and hitting a man after leaving a Calabasas movie theatre.
On mobile device? See court documents here, here, and here.
Warning: Documents contain coarse language
An earlier version of this story incorrectly reported that Justin Bieber was charged with drag racing. He has been charged with driving under the influence, driving with an expired licence and resisting arrest.
With files from The Associated Press, Reuters
Justin Bieber's arrest provokes torrent of reaction from Beliebers, detractors
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package ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.analysis.callbackparam;

import java.util.List;

import org.mozilla.javascript.ast.AstNode;
import org.mozilla.javascript.ast.FunctionCall;
import org.mozilla.javascript.ast.FunctionNode;
import org.mozilla.javascript.ast.Name;

import ca.ubc.ece.salt.gumtree.ast.ClassifiedASTNode;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.gumtree.ast.ClassifiedASTNode.ChangeType;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.analysis.classify.ClassifierDataSet;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.analysis.scope.Scope;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.batch.AnalysisMetaInformation;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.cfg.CFG;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.classify.alert.CallbackParameterAlert;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.classify.alert.ClassifierAlert;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.js.analysis.AnalysisUtilities;
import ca.ubc.ece.salt.pangor.js.analysis.scope.ScopeAnalysis;

/**
 * Classifies repairs that add an error parameter to a callback.
 *
 * The error handling convention in node.js callbacks is that the first
 * parameter of every callback is an error parameter that indicates if an
 * error was generated by the code that called the callback. This repair
 * indicates either the callback was not handling parameters properly or
 * an exception was not handled by the caller.
 */
public class CallbackParamAnalysis extends ScopeAnalysis<ClassifierAlert, ClassifierDataSet> {

	public CallbackParamAnalysis(ClassifierDataSet dataSet,
			AnalysisMetaInformation ami) {
		super(dataSet, ami);
	}

	@Override
	public void analyze(ClassifiedASTNode root, List<CFG> cfgs) throws Exception {

		super.analyze(root, cfgs);

		/* Look at each function. */
		this.inspectFunctions(this.dstScope);

	}

	@Override
	public void analyze(ClassifiedASTNode srcRoot, List<CFG> srcCFGs, ClassifiedASTNode dstRoot,
			List<CFG> dstCFGs) throws Exception {

		super.analyze(srcRoot, srcCFGs, dstRoot, dstCFGs);

		/* Look at each function. */
		this.inspectFunctions(this.dstScope);

	}

	/**
	 * Inspect the parameters of each function. Trigger an alert when a
	 * parameter that looks like an error or data parameter is added
	 * as the first or second parameter respectively.
	 * @param scope The function to inspect.
	 */
	private void inspectFunctions(Scope<AstNode> scope) {

		if(scope.getScope() instanceof FunctionNode) {

			FunctionNode function = (FunctionNode) scope.getScope();
			List<AstNode> parameters = function.getParams();

			/* Check for a new error parameter. */
			if(function.getChangeType() != ChangeType.INSERTED && !parameters.isEmpty()
					&& function.getParent() instanceof FunctionCall
					&& function.getParent().getChangeType() != ChangeType.MOVED
					&& function.getParent().getChangeType() != ChangeType.INSERTED) {

                AstNode errorParameter = parameters.get(0);
                if(errorParameter instanceof Name) {

                	Name name = (Name) errorParameter;
                    if(name.getChangeType() == ChangeType.INSERTED && name.getIdentifier().matches("(?i)e(rr(or)?)?")) {
                    	/* Register an alert. */
                    	String signature = AnalysisUtilities.getFunctionSignature(function);
                    	this.registerAlert(name, new CallbackParameterAlert(this.ami, "[TODO: function name]", "CB", function.getName(), signature, name.getIdentifier()));
                    }

                }

			}

		}

		for(Scope<AstNode> child : scope.getChildren()) {
			inspectFunctions(child);
		}

	}

}

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Today's post about Cryptographic Hash Functions and how they role in cryptography, So to start our talk let's define what is Hash Functions ?
Hash Functions are special kind of functions that take arbitrary length of input and generate a short fixed values, in other words mapping long input string to a short output string and sometimes called a digest for example if you put a string of letters like "Hello" it will generate specific output, in other words you can say that for every input there is an output that mapped to it ! .
So the questions now is : where could we use Hash Functions ?
Hash Functions are playing big role in cryptography and the typical use of hash functions is digital signatures, Given a message M you could sign it with the hash function like h(M) and the output will be unique for every message as a signature (we will talk about this issue later on). However you could sign the message with a public-key operations but it will be expensive . and most importantly hash functions doesn't require a key to operate in other words the function will take one parameter and that is the message it self.
Typical output sizes are 128-1024-bits, There might be a limit on the input size, but let say for the sake of this argument that hash functions could take an arbitrary length as input.
Hash Functions are one way function, Given a message M is easier to compute the hash for it, but giving out the hash you could not recompute the message back, h(m) = x, giving m you could compute x, giving x you can't compute m back.
1- First property is the hash function should be fast, when you give it an input you should compute the hash quickly in a reasonable time, but not very quick because that will make it easy to break, but if it was so slow no one will bother to use it.
2- The function should go through the whole file bit by bit and then generate the hash and if there is any bit or byte filliped in the middle or in any place in the file the hash should be completely different it's something called the Avalanche Effect if you are interested in the subject I suggest to look it up.
3- There is an important requirement for a hash function and that is to be Collision Resistance, A collision means that two message M1, M2 mapped to the same output, h(M1) = h(M2), of course for every function has it's own collisions but even though they exist it shouldn't be found, and the typical attack for hash functions is something called the birthday paradox, Collision Resistance is really important property we should talk about it in a separate post to dive in details . if you have two messages that mapped to the same output this will not be good because it will make anyone to forge the message, for example if I download a file from the internet I should have hash to verify that this is really what I download but what if an attacker can get a virus and manipulate it to generate the same hash of the good file so we will have two files having the same hash, in this case we will think that we have the chosen file but in fact we only got the virus.
There are many hash functions out there but few of them can qualify a good hash functions At the moment , so pretty much you're stuck with the existing algorithms like the SHA family : SHA-1, SHA-224, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512, you could use other algorithms also but my advice to you if the project was for your understanding use what ever you like, but if the project was something really important try to stick with the standard, just one quick note please don't use MD5 !!! .. using MD5 is really bad choice it has so many attacks on it and collisions and even there is a lookup table for it and you can crack it by simply using Google..
I hope this post gave you a quick understanding of how Hash Functions works.


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Home > Stock Market News > Mercator Lines to buy 3 bulk vessels
Mercator Lines to buy 3 bulk vessels
Mercator Ltd. | Shipping | Transport | BSE: 526235 | NSE: MERCATOR
Mercator Lines, India's second-largest private shipping company, is expanding its capacity and is set to acquire three gearless post-Panamax bulk carriers totalling 2.77 lakh dead-weight tonnage (DWT) on a charter basis. Company sources said the investment would be around Rs 500 crore for this additional expansion of vessels. DWT refers to how much mass or weight of cargo that a ship can carry.
This development comes at a time when the shipping industry has been grappling with weak spot freight rates on a year-on-year basis in both dry and tanker segments. For instance, in the tanker segment like Suezmax, freight rates are currently at $2,580 per day compared with $84,790 per day a year earlier. Mercator has attempted to offset this difficult operating environment by going in for long-term contracts with its key customers.
As with all its other dry bulk acquisitions, these additional vessels will also be under its Singapore-listed subsidiary Mercator Lines (Singapore). Out of the three vessels proposed to be acquired, two are from the New Yangzijiang Shipyard in China, which will remain with Mercator until 2014. The third vessel is from Sungdong Shipyard, South Korea and will be on a charter with Mercator until 2020. The existing capacity of the company's dry bulk fleet is approximately 1.2 million DWT.
Mercator's own fleet currently comprises 12 tankers with a combined capacity of 13.7 lakh DWT, 12 dry bulkers with a combined capacity of 8.98 lakh DWT, four dredgers with a combined capacity of 31,854 cubic metres (CBM) and a 350 feet oil jack-up rig. Mercator has diversified its revenue stream, including coal mining in Indonesia coupled with its dredgers which are on a long-term lease and its recent acquisition of oil rigs. A combination of long-term contracts and a diversified revenue stream helped Mercator Lines' consolidated operating income, including that of its Singapore subsidiary, touch Rs 2,210.5 crore in FY09 compared with Rs 1,477 crore for FY08 translating to a 50% growth. The profit after tax (PAT) stood at Rs 467 crore which was a 30% growth. It is estimated that Mercator generates nearly 45-50% of its revenues in FY09 from long-term contracts. Also, the company generated nearly 11.5% of its topline in FY09 from non-shipping activities.
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HomeDigital TransformationCuriosity Lab at Peachtree Corners To Feature 1.5 Mile Test Track for Self-Driving Shuttles and More
Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners To Feature 1.5 Mile Test Track for Self-Driving Shuttles and More
January 23, 2019 Smart Cities Connect Digital Transformation, Smart Mobility, Urban Infrastructure
The City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia has partnered with Sprint to build an intelligent vehicle test track featuring Sprint's low-latency 5G technology combined with Curiosity IoT and micro-positioning. "Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners" will consist of a 1.5-mile (~2.5 km) test track that will be used to develop and test self-driving shuttles in actual driving conditions, as well as act as a test bed for advanced vehicles and IoT services.
The 5G wireless connectivity will allow for the testing of vehicle-to-vehicle communication, vehicle-to-infrastructure communication, and "over the horizon" warnings.
"The addition of the 5G network is a big leap from our announcement last year in which we unveiled our plans for an AV track," said councilmember Alex Wright. "Adding 5G will enable developers using the city's test track the ability to develop and test the most advanced technologies in the industry."
"This state-of-the-art lab will serve as a testing facility for the most advanced automotive technology," said Ivo Rook, senior vice president of IoT and product development for Sprint. "This is much more than self-driving cars, Sprint is bringing together Curiosity IoT, micropositioning and HD mapping, all enabled by our upcoming mobile 5G network, to develop and test the most advanced technologies in the industry. We are honored to work with Peachtree Corners to drive AI, robotics and autonomous."
Peachtree Corners' Prototype Prime, a 501(c)3 non-profit incubator focused on early stage software and hardware technology startups, is actively recruiting startups who want to be among the first to deploy 5G.
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Advisory Panels Discuss Effect of Food Intake on Abuse-Deterrent Opioid
The FDA is concerned that patients will have trouble complying with instructions for Purdue Pharma's oxycodone drug Avridi, as two advisory panels discussed the effect of food intake on the abuse-deterrent opioid.
Earlier this month, the Anesthetic and Analgesic Drug Products Advisory and the Drug Safety and Risk Management Advisory Committees voted against Purdue's NDA for immediate-release Avridi (oxycodone), which is designed to absorb slowly when taken with food.
Purdue proposed labeling that says Avridi should be taken on an empty stomach, but the FDA is concerned patients may have difficulty finding a time window to take the drug, since it is meant to be dosed every four to six hours.
A clinical study comparing patients who received either Avridi or Roxicodone after eating a high fat, high calorie meal showed the drugs were bioequivalent in terms of extent of absorption, but patients in the Avridi arm had lower peak oxycodone concentrations and a delay in time to peak oxycodone concentrations.
As a result, Purdue proposed that Avridi be taken without food. Purdue also conducted studies to determine the effects of noncompliance with the fasting regimen, and concluded that patients who take Avridi would likely have no adverse effects.
Purdue withdrew its sNDA for a reformulated extended-release OxyContin in July, forcing the FDA to cancel a joint meeting of the same two advisory committees. At the time, the drugmaker said it needed more time to analyze epidemiological data on the ER version. That application has not been resubmitted.
Read the FDA's briefing document here: www.fdanews.com/9-15-FDA-Briefing.pdf. Purdue's briefing document is available at www.fdanews.com/9-15-Purdue-Briefing1.pdf. — Jonathon Shacat


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Q: Pygame Bullet Movement So I was trying to code a space invaders game and I got stuck while trying to figure out how to shoot bullets so they appear like animation and not teleport to the end position where they collide (top of the screen) and I don't know how to do that I was trying to figure out a lot but nothing helped it just kept teleporting
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player is the instance of the Player class so that why I did the 'player.', I'm just trying to practice classes
if event.type == pygame.KEYDOWN:
    if event.key == pygame.K_SPACE:
        while player.bullet_rect.y > 0:
            player.bullet_rect.y -= bullet_velocity

A: You must implement bullet movement in the application loop, not in an additional loop within the event loop. Add a fired variable that indicates whether pressing SPACE fired the bullet. Move the bullet when the fired status is set. Reset fired when the bullet reaches the top of the screen:
fired = False

while run:
    # [...]

    for event in pygame.event.get():
        if event.type == pygame.QUIT:
            run = False

        if event.type == pygame.KEYDOWN:
            if event.key == pygame.K_SPACE:
                fired = True

    if fired:
        player.bullet_rect.y -= bullet_velocity
        if player.bullet_rect.y < 0:
            fired = False

The general approach to firing bullets is to store the positions of the bullets in a list (bullet_list). When a bullet is fired, add a copy of the bullet rectangle to the list. The starting position is the position of the player. Use a for-loop to iterate through all the bullets in the list. Move position of each individual bullet in the loop. Remove a bullet from the list that leaves the screen (bullet_list.remove(bullet_pos)). For this reason, a copy of the list (bullet_list[:]) must be run through (see How to remove items from a list while iterating?). Use another  for-loop to blit the remaining bullets on the screen:
bullet_list = []

while run:
    # [...]

    for event in pygame.event.get():
        if event.type == pygame.QUIT:
            run = False

        if event.type == pygame.KEYDOWN:
            if event.key == pygame.K_SPACE:

                # create bullet rectangle with the position of the player
                bullet_rect =

                bullet_list.append(bullet_rect)

    for bullet_rect in bullet_list[:]:
        bullet_rect.y += bullet_velocity
        if bullet_rect.y < 0:
            bullet_list.remove(bullet_rect)

    # [...]

    for bullet_rect in bullet_list[:]
        # draw bullet at bullet_rect
        # [...]


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Anne Arundel Community College's board of trustees welcomes two new members – Lawrence W. Ulvila Jr. and Adam J. Hertz – who recently were appointed by Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan.
Ulvila, an Annapolis resident, also chairs the Anne Arundel Medical Center Outreach Council on Mental Illness and Alcohol/Substance Use and is on the board of Leadership Anne Arundel. He is past chair of the Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation board, AACC Foundation board, Annapolis and Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce, The 21st Century Education Foundation and the National Association of Insurance Agents and Financial Advisors Anne Arundel County. He also is a founding partner of Insurance Solutions. Ulvila's six-year term on the board began July 1.
Hertz, of Linthicum Heights, is the new student trustee. A 2015 home school graduate, he is in his second year at AACC majoring in business administration. He is a Ratcliffe Scholarship recipient, member of the Entrepreneurship club, vice president of leadership for the school's chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and a member of the Student Government Association. He plans to transfer to the University of Maryland College Park to complete a degree in finance before starting a career in financial analysis. His one-year term on the board began July 1.
The two join the college's eight-member governing board, which meets monthly, from September through June. For information about the board, visit here.


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Chinese-built Ethiopia-Djibouti railway hailed for impact on region's import-export operations
By Jerry Omondi
The Ethiopia-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway line has cut the duration of travel between Addis Ababa and Djibouti to just 12 hours from three days./ Getty Images
The Chinese-built Ethiopia-Djibouti railway has been hailed as an important factor in the countries' import-export operations, nearly two years since it began operations.
In a recent interview with Xinhua, Tilahun Sarka, the Director-General of Ethiopia-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway Share Company (EDR), said that the 752-kilometer fully electrified railway line is leveraging the smooth transportation of Ethiopia's major import and export commodities, mainly fertilizer and wheat.
"The railway is showing major progress in terms of facilitating Ethiopia's basic import-export activities as it significantly reduced both the travel cost and time from landlocked Ethiopia to ports in its neighboring Djibouti," said Sarka.
The railway line links Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, to the Red Sea port of Djibouti.
While passengers could spend as long as three days between the two locations, the railway line has cut that duration to just 12 hours.
Sarka underscored the railway's achievements over the past one and a half years, with particular emphasis on easing the pressure in transporting the much-needed imported agricultural and food security inputs, mainly fertilizer and wheat, from ports in Djibouti all the way to the Lebu Railway Station on the outskirts of the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa.
Figures from ERD show that the Ethiopia-Djibouti railway has been able to carry more than 70,000 tons of fertilizer from the Djibouti port to Ethiopia over the past few months.
Built by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), the railways is a conspicuous landmark of China-Africa cooperation.
Experts say it has had significant contribution to the economic integration between Djibouti and Ethiopia.
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Wednesday night I finished our last small group of the spring semester. Most of groups will break for the summer (although we will still have a Sunday morning "study" option during the summer). During the spring we have been studying Amos. Someone said, "I love my small group, but I was beginning to hate Amos." Everyone (besides me) seemed to agree. What she meant was that Amos is a real downer. The whole book could be summed up as "Israel–you're terrible and now your going to die forever." Even the remnant speech at the end is about Judah, not the northern kingdom.
Contrary to my group, however, I dig the book of Amos because so much of it is ethics. Amos spends most of his time calling out the injustices that Israel (and other peoples, including Judah) have committed. Here is my survey of the ethics in Amos.
It is for these violations that Amos screeches the loudest and it is for these violations that Israel is being punished. Notably, it is because of the people's unethical behavior that the Lord hates their religious practices and literally ignores their prayers (5:21-24). Amos makes rousing statements that the Lord has rejected the worship and ritual of Israel not because of the form or method, but because their behavior was so unsustainable.
It is not our worship or our doctrinal statements that earn God's blessing. It is the way we treat one another and the way we treat other human beings. The weak, the helpless, the hurting, the poor, the alone and the needy are people created in the image of God just as we are. If we say we love God, then these people will matter to us.
I could expound on the application of these for many words but I'll only share two thoughts today. First, the international aspects of ethics seems to be something our culture needs to pay attention to now. Treaties, drones, wars, economic sweat shops, and protests in far away places are all ethical issues. The second thing that strikes me is that much of what passes as politics in the United States is actually ethics. Euthanasia, welfare, homelessness, banking, abortion, and war are all essentially ethical questions. Part of the problem we have (in the United States) is that the left is biblical on some issues like welfare, workers rights, and suspicion of banking but the right is biblical on other issues like abortion, euthanasia, and prosecution of criminals. There is no biblically consistent ethical block in our political landscape.
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Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter To Be Launched In These Cities: Price, Features, USPs & More
By Rohit Kulkarni Last updated Jul 12, 2021
The brand new avatar of the Iconic Chetak scooter from the house of Bajaj was launched recently. But so far the scooter is available in select cities only. So far the new Chetak is available in its home ground, Pune, Aurangabad in Maharashtra and Mysore, Mangalore, and Bengaluru in Karnataka. The company is also planning to open up in Hyderabad and Chennai as well.
Next is Nagpur
After tasting its water in some cities in India, the company Bajaj announced on its social media channel that the electric Chetak will go on sale in Nagpur soon. The experience garnered by the company in other cities will help it to position, market, and robustly sell the battery-powered vehicle.
The residents of Nagpur can now show their interest in buying and bookings are expected to start soon.
Given the fascination of Indians for Chetak, the company is receiving a humongous response from the market. When in April the company had opened up its bookings for Chetak, the company had to push a pause button because of an overwhelming response. As far as deliveries are concerned, the company expects to start them in the month of upcoming September.
Overview of Chetak
The Bajaj Chetak electric is available in two variants Urbane and Premium. The urbane version is available at the cost of 1.43 lakh and 1.45 lakh respectively. The prices are ex-showroom prices in Pune. The major difference between both variants is that of the Braking system. The urbane one comes with traditional drum brakes whereas the premium one comes with disc brakes. Apart from that, there are subtle changes such as availability of multiple colors, different seat cover and floor mat.
The Chetak is powered by a 3 kWh battery pack that generates 4.08 kW peak power and achieves a top speed of 60 km/h. The vehicle also offers two different modes of riding as Eco and Sports. The Eco mode optimizes the performance of the vehicle and helps achieve the range of 90 km. But Sport mode helps in faster acceleration while affecting the driving range. The battery can be charged completely in 5 hours straight or can be charged at a faster rate in 1 hour at up to 25% of battery capacity.
With the enthusiasm of customers towards Electric vehicles, the sector surely going to see high growth in upcoming times.
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Separating Assam from Bangladesh, Meghalaya is also known as the abode of clouds. It is a cool and refreshing mountain state situated on dramatic rocky cliffs. The beautiful Meghalaya comprises of two places, namely Cherrapunji and Mawsynram, that are among the wettest places on earth. A 4 days 3 Nights Meghalaya honeymoon package provides a romantic trip to the most impressive waterfalls and longest caves carved out by the heavy rainfall in Meghalaya.
With the ideal Meghalaya honeymoon tour, one chance experience the mesmerizing mountains, lakes, valleys along with an intriguing blend of distinct cultures and ethnicities. With this Meghalaya tour for the couple, one can visit Shillong, Cherrapunji, some small villages and Guwahati with their partner. Your Meghalaya tour begins in Shillong with the small visit to the magical Umiam Lake and later a visit to the Police Bazar. Travel to one of the wettest places on Earth, Cherrapunji, and visit various impressive waterfalls including the Elephanta Falls, Nohkalikai Falls, Seven sister Falls and Dainthlen Falls. Visit the mysterious mawsmai cave and Awrah cave enroute. On the third day, take an excursion trip to the village of Dawki to visit the Umngot lake with crystal clear water. After a walk on the suspension bridge and a Boat Ride, visit Mawlynnong and Riwai village. Head back to Shillong and visit some of the popular tourist attractions like Don Bosco Museum, Mawphlang sacred forest, and the Laitlum Canyon. Head to Guwahati and visit the Kamakhya Temple on the last day.
Book your 3 nights 4 days Meghalaya honeymoon package from TravelTriangle today and experience a hassle-free honeymoon with your partner.
Begin your Meghalaya honeymoon tour with your partner on a lovely note today!
On reaching the Shillong Airport, agent's representative and get transferred to your hotel in Shillong. On your way, visit the Umiam Lake and enjoy the cold sparkling water. As you arrive, check in at your hotel and spend some quality indoors.
The first day of your Meghalaya honeymoon package takes you to visit Police Bazar in evening, the main commercial hub of Shillong. After shopping for some souvenirs and other special products, return to your hotel for a romantic night.
Spend the second day of your Meghalaya honeymoon sightseeing at various secluded waterfalls and caves.
After having a delicious breakfast at your hotel, check out and leave for Cherrapunji. On your way, visit the Majestic Shillong peak for scenic views and enjoy the charming Elephanta Falls. Proceed to stop at the Mawkdok valley for breathtaking views of mighty mountains.
Your Meghalaya honeymoon tour takes you to the magical waterfalls and mystic caves of Cherrapunji today including the Nohkalikai Falls, Seven sisters Falls, Dainthlen Falls and Mawsmai caves. After a delicious authentic lunch visits the Awrah cave. After an exciting day, check in at your hotel and spend a cozy night there.
Have fun with water and to the cleanest village in Asia today!
After a wholesome breakfast at the hotel, your Meghalaya honeymoon package takes you to the town between India and Bangladesh, Dawki. Spend some quiet romantic time with your partner here and visit the suspension bridge above the Umngot River. Take a delightful boat ride in this river with crystal clear water.
Afterward, you drive towards Mawlynnong as per your Meghalaya honeymoon itinerary. Also known as the cleanest village in Asia, this village offers scenic views and sheer beauty unmatchable levels of cleanliness. After a delicious lunch, visit the Riwai village and take a walk around the Single Decker living root Bridge. Head back to Shillong for an overnight stay.
Make adorable memories to take home with you as you explore the natural wonders and history on the last day of your Meghalaya honeymoon tour!
Right after a satiating breakfast, check out from the hotel and leave for sightseeing in Shillong. Visit the Don Bosco Museum, mawphlang sacred forest, and the laitlum Canyon. Drive towards Guwahati as you prepare to bid farewell to this magical pocket of India. Reach Guwahati and make your last visit to the Kamakhya Temple. Afterward, get transferred to the Guwahati Railway Station and head home with this lovely start to your married life. Your Meghalaya honeymoon package terminates here.
What is the common language spoken in Meghalaya?
The official and widely spoken language of Meghalaya is English. Other common languages are Khasi and Garo.
Is Meghalaya safe for couples to travel?
It is absolutely safe for couples and other travellers to visit Meghalaya. However, avoid roaming to isolated around after sunset and be aware of any suspicious activity around you.
What should one pack while travelling to Meghalaya?
One should pack woolens if travelling in Winters and light layers for summers. Due to heavy rainfalls in monsoon, it is important that one should carry a raincoat umbrella and plastic covering for clothes, bags, cameras etc. Carry comfortable and quick drying clothes, socks and shoes. Medicines and repellents are also recommended.
What is the hotel included in this Meghalaya Honeymoon Package?
The hotel included in this Meghalaya honeymoon itinerary are The Eee Cee in Shillong and Cordial Lodge in Cherrapunji.
Rainy season is highly recommended for a visit to Meghalaya when the surroundings are greener than ever and the place is perfect for an excursion.


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I also discuss fur rendering, which in Modo draws on the underlying layer for colour and other appearance attributes and Light Linking, which allows you to tie a light to specific meshes, so that only those parts of the scene are illuminated.
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A gloomy new year ahead with trends pointing to a global recession
Policy Circle Bureau — December 27, 2022 comments off
The indicators point to a global recession in 2023, but its severity will depend on several factors such as the covid situation in China.
The New Year is dawning on a gloomy note with economic forecasters and financial institutions using the dreaded R word without hesitation. In a recent report, the International Monetary Fund emphasised that the worst is not over for the global economy. The report says several large economies will come under the grip of a recession in the new year. The IMF expects the global growth to slow down to 2.7%. While India is one of the outliers that may withstand a global crisis, the impact will also be felt in the world's fastest growing economy.
The global GDP surpassed $100 trillion in 2022 for the first time despite various headwinds slowing down growth. However, the growth momentum may not sustain in 2023. More than a third of the world economy is expected to contract if various reports are to be believed. There is a 25% likelihood of global GDP growing by less than 2% in 2023.
Global GDP growth trend from 1960
Here are some major trends signalling towards a global recession:
High inflation and recession connection
The prices of daily commodities are ruling sky high and most economies are being forced to raise lending rates to slow down growth. Inflation is riding high on soaring food and energy prices and the current level of inflation in many countries is highest in more than four decades. Inflation is the biggest macroeconomic challenge for most central banks.
Global inflation rate from 2000 (%)
Central banks around the world have been raising policy rates this year with a degree of synchronicity not seen in the last five decades. Higher borrowing costs aimed at tackling inflation cause a number of economies to contract, according to a report by the Centre for Economics and Business Research, a London-based think tank. The central banks are likely to stay on guard despite the economic costs. The cost of bringing inflation down is slower economic growth for a number of years to come, says the CEBR report.
The China crisis looms large
The global powerhouse China was earlier set to overtake the US as the world's largest economy by 2036, but the same may not materialise thanks to its disastrous zero covid policy. Not only did the lockdown derail the nation's economy, but it also led to massive disruptions in the global economy as well. China's slowdown means a slowdown in the global economy.
On top of the zero covid policy, the country is now facing a fresh coronavirus outbreak. Moreover, there are rising trade tensions with the West that further threatens global growth. As if China was not already juggling more plates than it can handle, Beijing has been trying to take control of Taiwan and faces retaliatory trade sanctions. The West is not likely to go easy on the China. According to CEBR, consequences of economic warfare between China and the west would be several times more severe than what the world witnessed due to Russia's attack on Ukraine. All this point to higher chances of a world recession.
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Dipping consumer confidence
Other than inflation, several other historical indicators of recession are also flashing warnings signals. These include global consumer confidence which has already suffered a much sharper decline than in the run-up to previous global recessions. The world's three largest economies — the United States, China, and the Euro area have been slowing alarmingly. Keeping this in mind, even a slightest hit to the global economy over the next year could tip it into a recession.
The Russia-Ukraine war is casting a long shadow over the recovery chances of the global economy this year. But the upcoming year will not see any relief either. Ukraine is the leading producer of wheat, maize and sunflower which means importing countries such as Egypt will suffer shortages. As Russia has deployed its gas-supply as a strategic weapon in the war, Europeans are bracing for a bitter winter.
Slashing of forecasts
Considering past experiences with recessions, it is easier to gauge the possibility of a future recession. One such factor is the slashing of growth forecasts for major economies. Other than a significant weakening of global growth in the previous year, global asset prices and confidence, this is a major indicator of the looming recession. Growth forecasts for the United States, Euro area, and China have recently been lowered significantly. However, India is an outlier with global financial corporations rooting for the Indian economy.
Several large economies such as the UK may already be experiencing a recession. The way central banks are raising interest rates in tandem; the global economy is sure to slip into a recession. The severity of the crisis will depend on several factors such as the covid situation in China and the economic performance of economies like India which are expected to survive a global recession.
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Q: show youtube playlist titles on web page Using iframe a youtube playlist embed displays the first video
playlist opens with this view
I want the view to open like this
This is my preferred default view (I would really like to open with titles, not thumbnails

A: It seems is not possible using YouTube Data API.
You'll have to use YouTube Data API for retrieve the videos from a given playlist, then, use custom code HTML, CSS, javascript, etc, for create a similar result as you need.


This route 2 visits 4 stops on a 5-mile Friday course. This route begins at Retrospect Coffee Bar (3709 La Branch St, Houston, TX 77004) at 4:00pm, sharp! Other stops include Siphon Coffee, Tout Suite, and concludes at Honeymoon Cafe & Bar. This route ends at 6:30pm. This route is designed for self-driving from shop-to-shop, but is appropriate for skilled bike riders, also.