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Daphne Liliana Heyaime Fernández (born 13 April 1998) is a Dominican footballer who plays as a forward for the Dominican Republic women's national team.

International career
Heyaime has appeared for the Dominican Republic at the 2020 CONCACAF Women's Olympic Qualifying Championship qualification.

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1998 births
Living people
Sportspeople from Santo Domingo
Dominican Republic women's footballers
Women's association football forwards
Newberry College alumni
Dominican Republic women's international footballers
Dominican Republic expatriate women's footballers
Dominican Republic expatriate sportspeople in the United States
Expatriate women's soccer players in the United States


stuff too (like all those cmd line utilities).
> 1. Adding a default theme to ReactOS.
> We need at least one to test Themes service in trunk ootb and avoid copying it to ros install each time, which is really important in regression testing. Also, a theme is a must for our upcoming release. Since its not a big file usually, it should be present in trunk, not only in release ISO.
> 2. Moving Starfield screensaver from rosapps to trunk.
> Rosapps, no matter how much cheered, is a wasteland, a museum, a forgotten place. It will not be even buildable when we move away from rbuild. Old and unneeded code should land there, but not a new creation Carlo has been working on. Apart from that, Starfield is using OpenGL, which is also a handy ootb test tool for 3d acceleration, also important in regression testing. If you think that two screensavers are the top amount you can accept, then lets replace one of the trunk screensavers with Starfield.


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Collaboration Key to Keeping Ahead of Schedule on Clevelands Convention Center
Four Main Parts: The $465-million Cleveland Medical Mart and Convention Center includes an upgrade of the Public Auditorium (1), an underground replacement convention center topped by a grassy mall, with an exhibit hall to the south (2), a ballroom-meeting room section to the north (3) and a medical mart adjacent (4).
Photos Courtesy of Turner Construction Co.
Streamlined: A hybrid delivery strategy, including integrating the subconsultants into the team, resulted in a collaborative and streamlined process
Photo Courtesy of Turner Construction Co.
Ceiling Constraints: 3D modeling is aiding the threading of ductwork and piping through the long-span trusses that had to be kept to a depth of 8 ft to provide 30 ft of headroom in the exhibit hall.
Shallow Structure The buried exhibit hall's structural engineer and steel contractor worked during design on connection methodology and erection strategies. The result is a box truss, assembled on the ground and picked onto a tree column, that requires little shoring.
Tom Klemens
The design-build contractor for the $465-million Cleveland Medical Mart and Convention Center—which includes a 767,000-sq-ft replacement of Cleveland's underground convention center—says it is on course to complete its $355-million contract on budget and two months ahead of its scheduled Sept. 15, 2013, completion. The expected early finish is made possible, in part, by the use of a hybrid delivery system that merges bridging design-build with early participation of the design-build contractor and its major subcontractors in a design-assist mode.
The team also credits collaborative building information modeling (BIM) and other high-tech field tools for helping to speed the 1-million-sq-ft project and keep costs in line. "Had this project been undertaken 20 years ago, it would have resulted in a cost-overrun nightmare," says John Dewine, a vice president for the design-build contractor—the local office of Turner Construction Co.
A development of Ohio's Cuyahoga County and the Chicago-based Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. (MMPI), the project also includes a 235,000-sq-ft medical mart building, sited alongside a roughly 1,100-ft by 480-ft stretch of the Cleveland Mall, a green space that tops the convention center. The mart is linked underground to a 230,000-sq-ft exhibit hall. The exhibit hall is linked to a ballroom-meeting room section to the north, a few blocks south of Lake Erie. The buried ballroom has lake views, thanks to an elevation drop.
Getting to the finish line ahead of schedule also involved maintaining operations in the 1920 Public Auditorium—facing the mart across the mall—during its $5-million utilities upgrade and partial exterior restoration. The auditorium also had to be ready by this past April, in time to host the 2012 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. That was 17 months before the contractual completion of the entire complex.
It was a challenge, says Turner. In the 1960s, when the first convention center was built under the mall, the auditorium mechanical rooms were placed there. Before demolition of the old center, workers had to install a new mechanical room and feeds in the auditorium. Only then could workers unhook and disassemble the old auditorium feeds.
In early 2010, MMPI engaged Seattle-based LMN Architects as its bridging design architect and charged it with creating both conceptual and design-development documents. Turner, with Cleveland-based URS as architect-of-record, signed its design-build contract on Nov. 20, 2010.
But Turner's involvement, in a design-assist mode, had started the previous May during conceptual design. For continuity, Turner had URS hire LMN's design consultants to continue their work as part of the design-build team. LMN remained MMPI's design architect.
Most of Turner's design-assist subcontractors also became members of the design-build team. The hybrid delivery strategy, including integrating the subconsultants into the team, resulted in a collaborative and streamlined process, says Turner. Designers and subs worked to develop more constructible solutions. And all worked from the same master BIM, which was used for drawing coordination and interference checking.
For example, Magnusson Klemencic Associates, the Seattle-based structural engineer-of-record for the exhibit hall, was initially part of LMN's team and worked during the design phase with the steel contractor, the Overland Park, Kan., office of Schuff International, on connection methodology and erection strategy, says Derek Beaman, an MKA principal.
The result is an 8-ft-deep steel-truss system of 90-ft by 90-ft column grids, defined by "tree columns." Each four-branch tree supports a 30-ft-square box truss. Boxes are connected to each other by 60-ft-long trusses. MKA reused the existing reinforced concrete mat but added new caissons to support the trees.
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Anatomy of a (Successful) Football Team – What makes a great team?
Building a successful football team, who consistently compete at the top level and win trophies, requires several important individual elements all working in unison towards the same goal.
A car wouldn't run properly if you removed its wheels, breaks, or engine. In the same vain, a football team cannot build success unless all the parts do their job properly.
So, what are the parts that build the anatomy of a successful football team?
The last line of defence, the person who can prevent the other team scoring. Every successful football team requires a strong goalkeeper who can lead the line from between the sticks. Someone who instils confidence because he doesn't make mistakes. He allows the outfield players to concentrate on their game, knowing the keeper will be there to save the day if the opposition breaks through.
Read what makes a great goalkeeper.
A strong defence not only helps protect the goalkeeper and prevent the opposition scoring, but it is also where most attacks will originate. Solid central defenders will be unbeatable, putting in last minute blocks and tackles to keep their opponents at bay. Full-backs and wing-backs will put in defensive work as well as making attacking runs down the wings and playing the overlap, becoming as important to the attack as they are to the defence.
Read what makes a great defender.
The engine room of the team. Midfielders will have to be all things rolled into one player. They must be strong in all elements of the game, putting in fantastic defensive work with tackling, blocking and marking. Errorless and pin-point accurate passing and hold-up play will keep possession and control the tempo of the game, whilst they will also be required to go forward and attack, assisting the strikers and scoring the occasional goal.
Read what makes a great midfielder.
Where the goals come from. The strikers and forward players are those who are expected to put pressure on the opposition defence, hold the ball up to bring attacking midfielders and other forwards into play, and score the vital goals to win games.
Read what makes a great forward.
Every great team requires a great manager. The manager is the one who must select the best available players, formation, and tactics to win every match. They must make tough calls, like dropping an out-of-form but popular player, and they are undoubtedly the one who takes the criticism when things go wrong. Picking up the players and rebuilding confidence after a heavy defeat, gentle man-management, and rip-roaring motivational team talks are all part of this role. A great manager can turn average players into fantastic ones, and lead their team to glory.
Read what makes a great manager.
The motivational, calming, and confidence building influence on the pitch. A fantastic captain isn't always the best player in the team. They are the one who always gives 100% regardless of the score, leads by example, picks their players up if things aren't going to plan, settles down any angry situations, and constantly thrives to motivate their teammates to up their performance levels.
Read what makes a great captain.
A great set-piece taker can turn a game with one moment of magic. Again, these players may not be the most skilful, or the fastest, but they have a role in the team and a time when all hope lies at their feet. Good set-piece takers change games with an in-swinging corner which is aimed at a teammates head with pin-point accuracy, a direct free-kick swerved around the wall straight into the top corner, or a long throw into the box. When a set-piece is given, the crowd get more excited, expectation is raised, and there is a great amount of pressure on the person taking it. The type of set-piece taker in a great team can handle the pressure and be a match winner.
Read what makes a great set-piece taker.
In the upcoming weeks, our "Anatomy of a (Successful) Football Team" series will look at these parts in more detail. We will analyse each position, the role of the manager, set-piece takers, and the influence a great captain can have to turn a normal team into a great one.
Based on this series we've come up with a contender for the greatest team of all time.
I'm sure you don't agree with everything we've said during this series. Let us know what we've got right and what we've got wrong in the comments below.
I want to know the amount of odds u drop daily or weekly I wish to be a member..have u ever won big on a single ticket?


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Established in Kiev, Ukraine in 1991, Enamine is a chemical company producing building blocks and screening libraries of world reputation. The major asset of the company is the world's largest collection of building blocks: 150,000 in stock with 2,000 additions synthesized each month. These research functionalized compounds provide a significant competitive advantage to the company in supplying custom compound libraries particularly in the frame of medicinal chemistry collaborations or compound collection enhancement programs. Enamine's REAL (readily accessible) concept is based on the careful and knowledge-guided enumeration and selection of compounds that can be confidently produced from the stock building blocks using over 160 validated reaction procedures.
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What Do Foreclosures Have to Do With Civil Rights?
Besides the possibility of incarceration, the legal system poses no more severe threat to an average American than that of the forcible eviction of a person from his or her home. Yet most homeowners either do not seek out legal representation to defend their property or are unaware that homeowners have rights throughout the foreclosure process. The Brennan Center for Justice, to give just one example of a study of the lack of representation in foreclosures, found shocking percentages of homeowners who "lack the ability to navigate the landscape of our lending laws" and who do not seek out representation. Thus, countless homeowners have been deprived of their due process rights to meaningfully assert defenses to foreclosures.
Secondly, empirical evidence supports the idea that communities of color have been more significantly impacted by the rise and fall of the housing market.
How Have Minorities Been Disparately Impacted During The Housing Boom and Bust?
A number of empirical and academic studies show a variety of disparate impacts on minorities and communities of color during all phases of the housing boom and bust. First, while the boom was progressing, much of the subprime lending was concentrated on urban areas, and several academic studies support the idea that subprime lending was particularly rampant in black, hispanic, and low-income neighborhoods.
Secondly, while the housing market was booming, even high-income black families paid higher interest rates than white families. While there are a variety of explanations for this fact, the disparate impact of bank policies cannot be denied.
Thirdly, when the housing market tanked, the negative effects of the downturn were "probably the strongest in poor, urban neighborhoods…when clusters of vacant, neglected properties develop from widespread foreclosures," according to one study.
On this MLK day, we are forced to ask the following disheartening question: Are those legislators supporting a faster eviction process – without regard to devastating minority neighborhood externalities – speaking just for a privileged, elite investor class and banking lobby, or are they speaking for people residing in communities of every race and class?


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Netflix Serves Up Several New Originals
Courtesy of Netflix DeWanda Wise, Gina Rodriguez, and Brittany Snow in 'Someone Great'
This past weekend was a record-breaker for Hollywood. After an enormous promotional push, Avengers: Endgame walked away with a $350-million domestic opening weekend (and $1.2 billion internationally), taking about 90 percent of all U.S. movie ticket sales and setting a new record. (The previous record holders were Avengers: Age of Ultron, with 82.1 percent, and Avengers: Infinity War, with 81.9 percent. Hmmm, do we sense a pattern here?) Chances are, your local multiplex was playing Avengers: Endgame on several of its screens. In some markets, including mine, theatres hosted 59-hour marathons, starting with Ironman last Tuesday, running through another 20 Marvel Universe movies, and culminating in a Thursday night preview of Endgame.
With my box office options limited and four straight days of rain here in the Boston area, I chose to stream some of the new original films and series on Netflix. And, by and large, I'm glad I did.
Netflix and streaming competitors Amazon Prime and Hulu have evolved much the way cable television did in the 1980s. They began as the on-demand equivalent of video stores — they provided in-home access to movies and television series produced by others. Today, however, just as HBO is known for its original series like The Sopranos, Sex and the City, and Game of Thrones, Netflix and the like are producing their own programs. In fact, after a fractious debate that included Steven Spielberg, Helen Mirren, and the Department of Justice, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences just announced that they will continue to allow Netflix-produced features to enter the Oscars race as long as they run in a cinema for a minimum of seven days, with a minimum of three screenings per day.
So, the stakes are high in terms of quality and innovation. The streaming services have also provided opportunities for writers, directors, and actors who are often overlooked by mainstream Hollywood. Several of Netflix's current offerings are by, for, and with women. Here are a number of its newer choices you may want to dip into (or go ahead and binge).
Brené Brown: The Call to Courage
If you appreciate TED Talks, you'll enjoy this feature-length version by Dr. Brené Brown, a professor, researcher, and the author of five New York Times bestsellers. Her thesis is that in order to behave with courage (and consequently live a wholehearted life), we have to give ourselves permission to be vulnerable. She's an engaging and articulate speaker, weaving together data accumulated over decades of research with her own family's (sometimes humorous, sometimes bittersweet) stories. She makes a compelling case for "showing up," even when you can't be sure of your success. As she explains, using a swim meet as metaphor, "Sometimes winning is not coming in first. Sometimes winning is doing the really brave thing. Maybe winning, for you, is just coming off the block and getting wet."
Beyoncé's performance at Coachella 2018 was by all accounts the highlight of the event, causing DJ Khaled to announce midstream that from then on Coachella would be known as "Beychella." Homecoming is essentially a concert documentary, chronicling Bey's performance. In fact, it's been described as one of the greatest concert films of all time by The Washington Post, The Hollywood Reporter, and the Chicago Sun-Times, among others. And The New York Times called her "the hardest-working person in show business." In addition to her unforgettable performance, Homecoming pays homage to the black experience, blending allusions to African American history while celebrating Beyoncé's triumph as the first black woman to headline Coachella.
The radiant Alfre Woodard stars as a woman who is fed up — with her needy (unemployed) grown children, her dreary job at a nursing home, her non-existent love life. (She does have an active fantasy life, involving actor Blair Underwood, playing himself, but even that goes awry.) She finally stands up for herself by up and leaving, taking a Greyhound from Ohio to Montana. Although her goal is to be by herself, she meets a colorful cast of characters, forging unlikely new friendships and finding herself not by being alone but by supporting and being supported by a new community. Based on the novel Dancing on the Edge of the Roof by Sheila Williams, Juanita is directed by Clark Johnson with screenplay by Roderick M. Spencer.
A visually stunning period drama, set in 1950s Brazil, Coisa Mais Linda (Most Beautiful Thing) tells the story of Malu, a young wife from a wealthy family in São Paulo, whose husband has left to open a restaurant in Rio de Janeiro. When Malu flies to join him there, she discovers that the restaurant is in a shambles, that her husband has left with another woman, and that he's drained her bank account. At first, she plans to return to her father, but with the help of a group of new friends (and a new love interest), decides instead to stay in Rio and open the restaurant herself as a bossa nova nightclub. The series is available on Netflix dubbed in English, but I found the original Portuguese soundtrack combined with English subtitles more enjoyable.
This new series is strange and completely addictive; it's a bit like the 1993 comedy Groundhog Day, but laced with cocaine and profanity. Natasha Lyonne, who created the series with Amy Poehler and Leslye Headland, stars as Nadia, a sarcastic urban software programmer who is turning 36 — again and again and again. She keeps dying (hit by a car, drowning, falling down a flight of stairs) and immediately finds herself back at her own birthday party. Her situation changes when she meets another person who's caught in his own loop. The writing is crisp and smart and appropriately profane. Lyonne, best known for her outstanding work in Orange is the New Black, is a unique breed of anti-hero heroine, for whom, despite her monumentally bad attitude, you can't help but root.
Another project with women at the helm, original movie Someone Great is written and directed by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson. It stars Gina Rodriguez (Golden Globe winner for Jane the Virgin), DeWanda Wise (TV's She's Gotta Have It), and Brittany Snow (Pitch Perfects I, II, and III) as young professionals and long-time friends at a crossroads between youth and adulthood. Rodriguez has been offered her dream job but must relocate from New York to San Francisco, a trek her boyfriend doesn't plan to take. Wise is unable to say the L-word to her lover, while Snow is stuck with an overly demonstrative beau, whom she's grown to hate. Although parts of the movie may make you happy not to be a twenty-something anymore, the firm friendship between the three girls is believable and refreshing.
This rather wacky and whimsical modern-day fairy story marks the directorial debut of Oscar-winner Brie Larson (Room). With a screenplay by Samantha McIntyre, Unicorn Store tells the story of disenchanted artist Kit, who moves back in with her parents after a disastrous art show. She takes a temporary (but soul-draining) office job until she receives a mysterious invitation to visit "The Store," where she can find what she needs. There, she is offered a real unicorn, provided that she creates a life and home worthy of one. This sets her off on a creative journey that proves even more rewarding than the promised mystical beast. The fine cast also includes Samuel L. Jackson, Joan Cusack, and Bradley Whitford.
All of these titles are available now on Netflix, which is currently promoting a 30-day free trial offer. Visit netflix.com for details.
Netflix Features Four Original Films By Women
Netflix currently has four new movies by female directors. I binged them over the weekend, and am happy to report that they're all worth watching.
Women Behind the Camera: 11 Documentaries on Netflix
The one area in film production where women seem to hold their own is in documentaries. Here are 11 documentaries by talented, visionary female directors. Some tell stories that are better told by women; some just tell good stories.
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Netflix Review: 'The Ascent of Woman' — Making Women Part of the Narrative
The series, 'The Ascent of Woman,' makes a compelling case that the way a society treats its women is indicative of not only its overall fairness, but also its economic success.
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Just when I thought I might cancel my Netflix subscription, here's something to make me watch TV again! Thanks 🙂


Corvette Central has published a new edition of their Accessories Catalog for 1953-2014 Chevrolet Corvettes, including the new C7 model. This 134-page color catalog features the latest and greatest in restoration, replacement, appearance and performance parts, plus Corvette enthusiast apparel and jewelry, tooling, and more that is available from Corvette Central.
Corvette Central is pleased to announce the release of their latest Accessories catalog for 1953- 2014 Chevrolet Corvettes. The full-color Accessories catalog offers 134 pages of Corvette related items, including the new C7 Corvette. Customers will be pleased to find the very latest in Corvette gear, including but not limited to: apparel, car covers, diecast models, fender covers, jewelry, license plate frames, signs, watches and a wide range of tools and garage items. It's an unbeatable resource to help locate that perfect gift for the Corvette fan in your life. Order your FREE copy today!


Friday, January 13th at 10 pm est, the Diva of Days of our Lives and friends will interview former Days actor, Thaao Penghlis. Thaao portrayed identical twin cousins, Count Antony DiMera and Andre DiMera on the show. Thaao was nominated for a lead actor Daytime Emmy for his roles. Thaao also starred in the remake of the television series, Mission Impossible which is now available on dvd. Thaao also starred in General Hospital and Santa Barbara.
I wish that Thaao(Tony) could come back to Days to stop Stefan and E.J. from their deeds. Thaao can bring so much back to DAYS. Let's face it. DAYS is just getting so rediculous. I'm beginning to wish that after their contract expires, the show would also expire.


Jalpaiguri derives its name from the olive fruit, which is locally known as 'jalpai' – it literally means a place where olives are found abundantly. Its name is also associated with Lord Shiva who is also known as Jalpesh, the presiding deity of the region. Jalpaiguri shares the northern part of West Bengal and is close to international borders with Bhutan in the north and Bangladesh in the south. It is bounded by the state of Assam and Darjeeling district in the East and West. Jalpaiguri comprises chiefly of a rural population, which is more than 80 per cent of its total population. The topography of the land is cut across by rivers, rivulets and hills, and covered with tea gardens and forests. It is a virtual cauldron of different ethnic races and tribes like the Rajbanshi, Rabha, Toto, Metch, Santhals, Madasia and Oraons.
Major rivers that runs across the district are the Teesta, Torsa, Jaldhaka, Raidak and Sankosh.
Jalpaiguri has great tourism potential which still lies untapped; the wild currents of Teesta, Torsa and Sankosh asserting its way through the gorges; vast stretches of wilderness with the backdrop of the Himalayas; rolling acres of tea estates and colorful tribal peoples makes it an ideal place for holiday makers and adventure lovers.
The little town of Jalpaiguri has more or less survived being bitten by the commercialization bug unlike some cities and towns of North Bengal. Its beauty lies in its serenity, green parks and the relaxed way in which people go about their day-to-day life. The look and feel of the town belies the fact that it is a great seat of learning and education in North Bengal. It boasts of a reputed Law College establishment and Pharmacy Institute; large numbers of people are well educated. Recently, Jalpaiguri Court won the prestigious privilege of hosting the High Court Circuit Bench beating Siliguri Court in the run for the same.
If Siliguri is known for its commercialization and economic development, Jalpaiguri has a unique identity of its own in the cultural, educational and social map of North Bengal.
Jalpesh Siva Temple – Located 3 km from Mainaguri and 15 km from Jalpaiguri. A famous shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of North Bengal. Every year in the Hindu calendar month of sawan (15 July-15 August) thousands of devotees throng the Jalpesh Temple and a large fair is organised for a month. Devotees collect water in vessels from the river Teesta after offering puja and walk barefoot towards the temple, which is 15 km from the river.
Tribal culture with its folk dance, drama, songs and folk lore is an integral part of the culture of the region. The tribal communities of Raj Bangshi, Mech, Raba, Toto, Limboo, Lepcha and the Bengali and Nepali community populate the region and provide a rich flavor to the rich cultural diversity of Jalpaiguri.
Jalpaiguri was covered with thick forests and the tribal people lived an isolated existence until the British people invaded their space, followed by the Bangladeshis; the British cleared the land for tea estates while the Bengali people after the partition of Bangladesh came here and were actively involved in agriculture. The British were also responsible for bringing another set of tribes called the Madeshia, Uraons, Munda and Nageshia from Chotanagpur to work in the plantations; these tribes since have lived in harmony with the other communities of North Bengal.
The majority of people in Jalpaiguri belong to the Bengali community followed by the Rajbangshi tribe. The numbers of tribes in these areas have dwindled over the years because they have largely relocated themselves to bigger towns and cities in search of work and livelihood.
Many festivals among the Bengali community and Rajbangshi are similar like the Durga Puja, Kali Puja, Manosha Puja etc. On the occasion of Manosha Puja – worship of the serpent Goddess – village fairs, dramas and festivals are held and villagers pray for good crops.
Folk drama of Jalpaiguri includes the 'chor chunni' and 'dham gaan' is a popular folk song. Rajbangshi's most popular songs are the 'Bhawaiya Gaan' – devotional and love songs – which is very famous in Bengal.


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White and gold was the overall theme for Mahnik and Michael's Persian wedding. Accented by dozens of white orchids and roses, The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver was transformed into a lush garden.
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Legendary Texas QB Colt McCoy won't wear his Longhorns gear
Sports // Longhorns
Nick Moyle, Staff writer
Former Texas Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy makes an appearance at the game against Iowa State at Darrell K. Royal Stadium in Austin on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012.
2of9Longhorns' Colt McCoy (center) gestures the "Hook 'em Horns" sign before he receives the offensive player of the game as head coach Mac Brown (left) and defensive player of the game Aaron Ross (right) join McCoy on stage after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes 26-24 to win the 2006 Alamo Bowl at the Alamodome on Dec. 30, 2006.Edward Ornelas / San Antonio Express-NewsShow MoreShow Less
4of9Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy watches the action from the sidelines during the second half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Landover, Md., on Nov. 16, 2014.Patrick Semansky /Associated PressShow MoreShow Less
Texas quarterback Colt McCoy (12) watches from the sidelines during the third quarter of the Citi BCS National Championship football game at the Rose Bowl on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010, in Pasadena, Calif. ( TOM REEL / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS )
7of92006 season Mack Brown, left, and Longhorn quarterback Colt McCoy celebrate the Longhorns' win over Iowa in the Alamo Bowl. Texas finished the season 10-3.Brett Coomer/Houston ChronicleShow MoreShow Less
8of92008 season Mack Brown sends quarterback Colt McCoy back into the game in the Longhorns' 49-9 win over Texas A&M. UT finished the season with an 11-1 record.Brian Bahr/Getty ImagesShow MoreShow Less
Losing was something of a foreign concept to Colt McCoy during his time in burnt orange.
The former Texas quarterback won a staggering 45 games in four seasons as a starter, experiencing defeat just eight times. He lost two total games in his final two campaigns.
In the seven seasons since his departure, UT has averaged six losses per season.
That, McCoy said, has caused him so much embarrassment that he no longer rocks gear from his alma mater.
"I've been in the NFL 8 years," McCoy told Kirk Bohls of the Austin American-Statesman, "and I can't wear anything (Longhorns-related) in the locker room."
McCoy's pro career – he has a 7-18 record as a starting quarterback with Cleveland, San Francisco, and Washington – has similarly been a letdown considering his incredible collegiate career.
But McCoy is happy in his current role with Washington, where he serves as Kirk Cousins' backup.
He appears equally happy with Texas' decision to hire Tom Herman.
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"He has a vision, a plan," said McCoy, who will be involved with Texas' Orange-White Spring Game on Apr. 15. "He brings leadership to the table."
McCoy hopes Herman's leadership equates to wins – maybe then he'll be able to bring the horns back out.
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Twitter: @NRmoyle


If you didn't get to watch the PRADA Spring/Summer 2014 Menswear show last night, well worry not! :) And because the live-streaming codes no longer work, I've had to look for alternatives. We all know nobody loves a blogger who's not good in researching, yes? HAHA So here we go.
Below is a SHOWstudio—an award-winning fashion website—panel discussion + the runway show on Prada Menswear S/S 2014 live show happened June 23, 2013 at 17:00 BST with Mandi Lennard (a fashion PR and the founder of eponymous PR company Mandi Lennard Publicity), fashion consultant Jack Tobin, Hilary Alexander (a British journalist and the Fashion Director of The Daily Telegraph), Jack Borkett (fashion editor and stylist), and Vogue.com's fashion features editor Jess Bumpus.
When I think of Prada, the first thing that comes to mind is the movie "The Devil Wears Prada."


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Grammy-award winner Peter Rowan is a singer-songwriter with a career spanning over five decades. From his early years playing under the tutelage of Bluegrass veteran Bill Monroe, to his time in Old & In the Way and his breakout as a solo musician and bandleader, Rowan has built a devoted, international fan base through a solid stream of recordings, collaborative projects, and constant touring.
Born in Wayland, Massachusetts to a musical family, Rowan learned to play guitar from his uncle. He spent his teenage years absorbing the sights and sounds of the Hillbilly Ranch, a legendary Country music nightclub in Boston frequented by old-time acts like The Lilly Brothers and Tex Logan. In 1956 Peter Rowan formed his first band, the Cupids, while still in high school.
After three years in college, Rowan left academia to pursue a life in music. Rowan began his professional career in 1963 as the singer, rhythm guitarist and songwriter for the Bluegrass Boys, led by the founding father of bluegrass, Bill Monroe. "One thing I started to like about the Monroe style was that there was a lot more blues in it than other styles of bluegrass," reflects Rowan. "It was darker. It had more of an edge to it. And yet it still had the ballad tradition in it, and I loved that."
The late '60s and early 70's saw Rowan involved in a number of rock, folk and bluegrass projects, including Earth Opera, Sea Train, Muleskinner, and the Rowans, where he played alongside brothers Chris and Lorin Rowan. After the Rowan Brothers disbanded, Rowan, David Grisman, Jerry Garcia, Vassar Clements and John Kahn formed a bluegrass band christened Old & In the Way. It was during this incarnation that Rowan penned the song "Panama Red," a subsequent hit for the New Riders of the Purple Sage and a classic ever since.
Rowan subsequently embarked on a well-received solo career in the late '70s, releasing critically acclaimed records such as Dustbowl Children (a Woody-Guthrie style song cycle about the Great Depression), Yonder (a record of old-time country music in collaboration with ace dobro player, Jerry Douglas) and two extraordinarily fine bluegrass albums, The First Whippoorwill and Bluegrass Boy, as well as High Lonesome Cowboy, a recording of traditional and old-time mountain music with Don Edwards and Norman Blake. Rowan's recent releases- Quartet, a recording with the phenomenal Tony Rice and Legacy with the Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, coupled with a relentless touring schedule have further endeared Peter Rowan to audiences around the world.
Following on the heels of the celebrated album "Crucial Country: Live at Telluride" Peter recorded his second album for Compass entitled "Old School" with memorable new songs such as "Doc Watson Morning" , "Drop The Bone" and "Keepin' It Between The Lines (Old School)" with members of the current Bluegrass Band plus Chris Henry, Michael Cleveland, Bryan Sutton, Ronnie, Robbie and Del McCoury and more. Since then the prolific singer songwriter has recorded and released Peter Rowan's Twang an Groove Vol. 1 (his electric band with drummer Jamie Oldacker and bassist Mike Morgan) on There Records, Dharma Blues (produced by John Chelew and including Jack Casady, Jody Stecker, Patrick Korte and Manose Singh performing songs of the Buddhaverse) on Omnivore Records and his newest, My Aloha, also on Omnivore Records.
Internationally, Rowan often performs as a solo singer-songwriter, while stateside, along with solo appearances, he plays in three bands: the Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, a quintet featuring Keith Little, Chris Henry, Blaine Sprouse and Paul Knight; Big Twang Theory and its Texas Cousin Twang n Groove and rock band The Free Mexican Air Force.
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How will the US nuclear deal pullout affect Iran's economy?
US withdrawal from the JCPOA could be a blessing in disguise for Iran's economy.
After US President Donald Trump's withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear agreement, there has been much talk about the future of Iran's economy. Some have speculated that the negative effect of Trump's decision on the oil markets may put the survival of Iran's economy in doubt.
However, in order to make a realistic prediction about "what will happen" after the death of the deal, one would first need to examine "what happened" since its birth. The reality is that Iran gained almost nothing from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
The most important sanctions that were supposed to be lifted were financial ones. Not only did the US not lift the sanctions that it had committed to, but it also imposed new ones; from the visa waiver restrictions signed by President Barack Obama to the "Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act" which President Trump approved.
In other words, in clear violation of the deal, the US government continuously tried to deprive Iran from the privileges the JCPOA had promised. As a result, Iran's economy continued to feel the impact of the sanctions and failed to enjoy the expected benefits of the deal over the past two years.
Although Iran sold more oil, access to the petrodollars was very limited even after the deal was implemented.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's economic team believed that if they maximise the profits of Western companies in Iran, they would confront the possible re-imposition of sanctions. So, after the implementation of the JCPOA, they opened Iran's market to the foreign goods and services, which not only hurt Iranian suppliers and caused stagnation, but also resulted in an increase of 50 percent in the negative trade balance between Iran and its top 20 trade partners from 2016 to 2017.
Capital outflow surpassed inflow and last year Iran had a capital account deficit of $11bn. That balance used to be positive before the deal. These developments resulted in a steep slide in its currency value, something President Rouhani promised to control after the implementation of the JCPOA. Iran's short-term foreign debt increased from $777m to close to $3.7bn by the end of 2017.
Given these deal-related complications, one can venture to say that with the death of the JCPOA, some of Iran's macroeconomic problems will be solved.
Trump's withdrawal from the nuclear deal will unite the political forces inside Iran and encourage them to follow a different path to run the economy and solve its current problems. The demise of the deal and its economic implications proved to Iranians that the US is not worthy of their trust, that it is an enemy to Iran, and that they can never play a win-win game with it. The fate of the deal also showed that integration into the Western economy will not help Iran's economic development, and may even hinder it.
President Rouhani's government will now focus on domestic measures to make sanctions ineffective. Some measures to insulate the economy against foreign shocks are already in place and more will be implemented. According to some reports, two-thirds of Iranian imports are goods that are similar to ones that are being produced at home.
Iran spends almost $30bn annually to import these "similar goods" (last year Iran imported $45bn worth of goods in total). Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, has suggested a ban on such imports, which, if implemented, will lead to a substantial shift in the country's trade balance. The effects of such a measure will be market expansion for domestic suppliers, decrease in unemployment rate, increase in the value of the Iranian currency, and reduction in oil revenue dependency.
A range of tax measures in pursuit of the objectives outlined by the supreme leader to free the budget from dependence on oil revenues are also under consideration. Masoud Nili, an economic adviser to President Rouhani recently reported that the top 10 percent of Iranian society pay just three percent of all income taxes, while in the US the top 10 percent pay more than 70 percent of the total income taxes. According to Nili, if the share of the top 10 percent in total income taxes should increase.
In addition to the aforementioned trade and tax measures, some financial measures are also needed to make the US sanctions ineffective. The ability of the US to impose financial sanctions results largely from the integration of banking systems, whereby banks depend on a global network to borrow, lend, exchange, invest, and clear funds. The more Iran relies on these integrated systems, the more it will become vulnerable to sanctions and vice versa.
Tehran has already started to walk away from this US-dominated system. Iran formally signed its first currency swap deal with Turkey last October, and in April 2018 the two countries issued their first local currency letters of credit. Iran's other main trade partners, such as China, are also ready to sign currency swap agreements which will de-dollar their trade.
Iran is a resource-abundant country and has gone a long way towards development after the victory of the Islamic Revolution in 1979. Of course, development is different from construction. You can have an active construction sector run by foreign companies and funded by petrodollars, but this won't guarantee development. A home-grown construction sector which meets the infrastructure and housing needs of the population is what indicates real development. And Iran very much has that.
"As the British Parliamentary delegation was driven early last week from Khomeini Airport to our hotel in downtown Tehran, I was struck by the amount of infrastructure building there had been in the nine years since I'd last visited, with new motorways and new metro lines under construction. Sanctions notwithstanding, Tehran looks and feels these days more like Madrid or Athens than it does, say, Mumbai or Cairo."
Iran has proven that it has the physical and human resources to cope on its own, with and despite a hostile US.
Seyed Yasser Jebraily is a political economist based in Tehran.


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In 1970 the first 9 holes of golf opened for play in Fairfield Glade. All 18 holes were completed in 1973 and the championship course was named Druid Hills Golf Club. Located on the highest point in Fairfield Glade, as the name suggest, Druid Hills provides several scenic views of the surrounding mountains. With rolling, tree-lined fairways, plenty of water, several doglegs, and undulation bent grass greens, Druid Hills is a true test of golf. Druid Hills Golf Club is open to members, Fairfield Glade guests, and the general public with some restrictions.


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Twice-deported man charged in murder, rape; ICE blasts NJ for 'limited cooperation'
ASBURY PARK, N.J. – After a twice-deported Honduran man was charged with the brutal strangulation murder of a Jersey City nanny, federal authorities have criticized New Jersey's "limited cooperation" on immigration issues.
The federal rebuke came after the arrest of Jorge Rios, 33, who was charged in the death of Carolina Cano, 45, of Jersey City.
Cano was found dead in a lake in Lincoln Park in Jersey City on March 24, according to Hudson County Prosecutor's Office.
Rios, identified by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement as Jorge Alberto Rios-Doblado, was previously removed from the United States for immigration violations in 2003 and 2004, according to ICE.
Rios was charged with felony murder, kidnapping and aggravated sexual assault, according to the prosecutor's office.
Largest immigration bust in a decade:ICE arrests 280 employees at Texas firm
"ICE maintains that cooperation by local law enforcement is an indispensable component of promoting public safety," the Newark ICE office said in a statement. "ICE will seek taking custody of Rios-Doblado at the conclusion of his criminal proceedings, despite limited cooperation in the state."
Immigration officials were referring to a November directive issued by New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal that barred state and local police from assisting federal immigration on authorities with "civil immigration law," with some exceptions.
Grewal's directive stressed that his policy didn't stop officers from enforcing state law or pursuing crimes.
More:ICE sets record for arrests of undocumented immigrants with no criminal record
When asked about Rios, Grewal's office pointed to comments he made to the state assembly budget committee on Wednesday.
Grewal explained the immigration directive was inspired by "overly zealous enforcement of immigration laws" by the federal government at sensitive places like schools, churches and courthouses, which Grewal said discouraged people from approaching the police to report crimes.
"Our job as state law enforcement officers is to enforce the criminal laws of this state and that's all we told our law enforcement officers through that directive," Grewal told state lawmakers who questioned the state's immigration policy. "We don't enforce civil immigration deportation orders."
An ICE spokesman said it's unknown when Rios returned to the United States and how he got here.
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Castro's Cuba essays
Cuba And Fidel Castro
Policies on Cuba In Juan Rulfo's novel, Pedro Paramo, the reader follows a dusty road to town of death, where the following is said 'OUp and down the hill we went, but always descending. We had left the hot wind behind and were sinking into pure, airless heat. The stillness seem to be waiting for someone. ^OIt's hot here ^O I said ^O You might say, but this is nothing'. My companion relied. ^O Try to take it easy. You " ll feel it even more when we get to Comal a. That town sits on the coals of ...
Fidel Castro And Fulgencio Batista
Although it is certain that Fidel Castro and Fulgencio Batista would not have been able to peacefully sit in the same room together, they are alike in more ways than either man would ever have liked to admit. When reviewing the effects they had on Cuban history, many similarities could be noted. At the very start of each man's political career, he overthrew his predecessor using some sort of militant force. In Batista's case, this was achieved by staging a coup with military backing. For Castro,...
Pushed Cuba Closer To The Soviet Union
Fidel Castro Liss, Sheldon B. Roots of Revolution: Radical thought in Cuba. Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press, 1987, The document that I chose is the picture of Fidel Castro and his band of revolutionaries at a secret camp somewhere in Cuba. The picture was taken in 1957, on January 1st 1959 Castro and his army took over the authoritarian government of Fulgencio Batista. In the picture all the men are holding rifles and look like they have been fighting in their Guerilla warfare style. Gueri...
Popular Among The People Of Cuba
In every society, culture, country there are turning points or key developments that change a nation's history. Fidel Castro's takeover in Cuba effected Cuba's society and the country drastically. Fidel is a Cuban revolutionary who took control of Cuba in the year 1959 and he was the one that turned Cuba into a Communist dictatorship. Castro is a very hardened man. Before he became dictator of Cuba he had to go to prison for being the leader of an attack on Batista. He was also exiled from Mexic...
Cuba's Foreign Policy Focus On Africa
Critical Evaluation of Castro's Afro-Cuban Policies Critically evaluate the following description of the Castro regime in Cuba: "An afro-phobic regime with an afro-centric foreign policy" The "blackening" of Cuba had its roots in the 1700's during the Sugar Revolution (1762-1800). The labor of African slaves was a substantial asset to sugar production, and therefore large amounts of native Africans were relocated to Cuba. As time progressed the number of black Cubans fluctuated, peaking in the m...
Us Embargo Of Cuba
The Cuban Embargo: Punishing the Children for the Sins of the Father The key to understanding the foreign policy of a nation state is understanding that states national interest. The key to successful foreign policy is, as Henry Kissinger stated in 1998, defining an achievable objective. Thus United States policy towards Cuba fails because it neglects these two key ingredients of foreign policy. The US embargo of Cuba is four decades old and no longer serves the countrys national interest, rathe...
President Kennedy And Soviet Leader Nikita Khrushchev
The United States of America is a country that believes in democracy and has unfavorable ties with communist countries. The United States has tried for decades to improve relations with the countries that don't practice democracy. History shows disagreements between the United States and dictators of these irreverent countries, disagreements that brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. The most recent of these confrontations involved three countries. United States of America, Cuba and the...
Cuban Sugar And Castro
Fidel Castro was born near May ari Cuba in 1926. In 1950, he graduated from the University of Havana with a law degree and opened a law office with two partners. Two years later he ran for election to the Cuban House of Representatives. The elections were never carried out because then dictator Fulgencio Batista halted them and ended democracy in Cuba. This was perhaps, the defining moment in Castro's life. As a result of Batista's action, Castro assembled a small force and attacked the Mon cada...
Cuba And The U.S.
Cuban Readmission to OAS Communist Cuba's economy was very dependent on foreign powers from communist Europe especially from the economic help of the Soviet Union, who invested, loaned, and bought Cuban goods. But after 1989, with the collapse of Russia and communism, Cuba's economical problems came to the surface, and Cuba's economy suffered greatly from the loans, and debts Cuba had to pay, and the lack of industrial diversity, technology and trade, Cuba was going suffer future economical prob...
Cuba's Economy
The Cuban Revolution Mr. Barron Jason Rosenzweig January 9, 1997 After the Cuban Revolution many change occurred in Cuba. Cuba was once a corrupt dictatorship, now and for the past 36 years Castro has led a communist government. Before Castro took over Batista, Batista ran a bossed economy for the rich. Officials took pay offs, keeping the majority of the peoples thoughts invisible. Protestors of Batista were murdered, and their body's were thrown in gutters. During these times the life for the ...
Fidel Castro was born on August 13, 1926. He attended Catholic schools before graduating from the University of Havana with a degree in law. Castro was a member of the Ortodoxo Party, a social-democrat party, and strongly criticized the government of Fulgencio Batista. On the 26th of July in 1953, Fidel Castro launched an attack on the Mon cada army barracks. It failed, and most involved were killed or captured. Fidel was captured and given a trial, which he used to make his famous speech, 'Hist...
Castro Rise The Power Dr. Fidel Castro Ruz became involved with political protests as a young student. After Batista's coup in 1952, he went to court and tried to have the Batista dictatorship declared illegal. However, his attempt to peacefully bring down the Batista government did not work, and so in 1953, Castro turned toward violent means. On July 26, 1953, Castro led a group of men to attack the Moncada military fortress. However, his little rebellion was immediately crushed by the Batista ...
Cuba And Batista
THE CUBAN COMMUNIST REVOLUTION Introduction: From the beginning Cuba was a shaky country with a very unstable government and a country that was deep in poverty. The government was jumping from being a dictatorship to a republic. The fate of Cuba was changing hands constantly. Fidel Castro challenged Fulgencio Batista and overtook Cuba and still rules it today. Fidel was a strong person who took Cuba at a weak time and the people would follow anyone who promised to help them. He helped the welfar...
Place Against Cuba As Fidel Castro
In the early 1900's, Cuba was a stomping ground for many of the rich and famous from the United States. Many famous movies stars and wealthy business entrepreneurs spend their vacations there along with a substantial amount of money. Trade and commerce between the United States and Cuba flowed freely and abundantly. Even with the Dictatorship-like regime of Batista, the countries benefited from the economic trade between them. This was all about to come crashing down as revolts against Batista o...
Nuclear Missile Bases Under Construction In Cuba
During the administration of United States President John F. Kennedy, the Cold War reached its most dangerous state, when the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) came to the brink of nuclear war in what was known as the Cuban Missile Crisis. The United States and Russia were already engaged in the Cold War, and both countries were now in a race to build up their armed forces. The Arms Race was a competition between both countries to scare each other by creating bigge...
Belief Among Anti Castro Cubans
In 1959, a rebel, Fidel Castro, overthrew the reign of FulgenciaBatista in Cuba; a small island 90 miles off the Florida coast. There have been many coups and changes of government in the world since then. Few if any have had the effect on Americans and American foreign policy as this one. In 1952, Sergeant Fulgencia Batista staged a successful bloodless coup in Cuba. Batista never really had any cooperation and rarely garnered much support. His reign was marked by continual dissension. After wa...
Trade Embargo Against Cuba
America's Relations with Cuba The island nation of Cuba, located just ninety miles off the coast of Florida, is home to 11 million people and has one of the few remaining communist regimes in the world. Fidel Castro came to power in 1959 and immediately instituted a communist program of economic and social changes. Castro allied his government with the Soviet Union and seized billions of dollars of American Property. The United States and Cuba have shared a long history of mutual mistrust and su...
People Of Cuba
By: Peter Ka kouros The Cuban revolution brought a lot of pain and unrest to the people of Cuba. It was a time in Cuba where many people in Cuba didn't have enough money for anything including money for food and for shelter. Before the troubles in Cuba life wasn't all that bad. People would work in the sugar fields and would receive a hefty amount of cash during the sugar harvest season. Things started to change though, work came to an end and the people would have to take low paying jobs. Soon ...
Cuban Embargo A The Economy In Cuba
Devastated Cuba will only change after the United States lifts all sanctions against the impoverished nation. Problem-Solution Persuasive Speech Outline Introduction -On September 11th was slapped in the face with three commercial planes hitting the symbols of capitalism and American defense. Since this date the importance of becoming informed on international politics has become increasingly significant in the lives of many Americans. -While many of us know of the recent changes in American for...
Immigration Into America From Cuba
Although there are many aspects of Cuba that are interesting, Cuba es muy interesante. I chose to focus my report on the relationship between the U. S and Cuba. Cuba and the U.S. haven't had a very good relationship for a very long time. Americans no visit an a la Cuba. Mostly because of the fact that the U. S has a very big influence on Cuba. In terms of the influence, the immigration into the U.S. from Cuba, Immgraci n de Cuba, and the embargo against Cuba. One of the reasons for the bad relat...


Dash Away, inspired by the Christmas classic "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," features Santa's eight reindeer ready to take flight around the world, assisted by their delightfully dedicated elves, Santa, and Mrs. Santa. The Patience Brewster Dash Away Comet Reindeer Figure features Comet streaking through the sky in his starry night blue coat and gold-leafed boots, pulling the sleigh along with his Dash Away Reindeer friends. His sweet moose-like antlers gently hold up his feathered friend.


London auction house Bonhams put seven Ugandan artworks under the hammer in a benefit auction to raise money for 32° East | Ugandan Arts Trust, a contemporary art centre in Kampala.
The auction was held ahead of the annual Africa Now contemporary African art sale and represented some of the leading artists in Uganda including Ronex Ahimbisbwe and Collin Sekajugo. The event also received support from the African Arts Trust, a charitable trust setup to act as a catalyst for the emergence and growth of sustainable art organisations in Africa. Thanks to the funds raised from the auction, 32° East was able to kickstart the building of three artists' studios and a dedicated art library at their space in Kampala. For more information click here.


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Q: Companion Class using variable from companion object , how to test method in companion class with scalatest I have an implementation like below, where I have some methods in a companion class that I am calling in the companion object. The methods in the companion class use some private variables from companion objects.
class Foo{

  def loadFinalDF(df:DataFrame): DataFrame ={
    val finaldf: DataFrame = df
      .withColumn("Date", lit(date)).distinct()
    finaldf
  }
}

object Foo {

  import org.apache.spark.sql.SparkSession
  val spark = SparkSession.builder().getOrCreate()
  import spark.implicits._

  val someDF = Seq(
          (8, "bat"),
          (64, "mouse"),
          (-27, "horse")
          ).toDF("number", "word")

  val obj = new Foo
  private val date = "2019-03-01"
  val finalDF = obj.loadFinalDF(someDF)

}

I want to write test cases for loadFinalDF method, but I am not sure how can I do that with the date variable defined in the companion object. I am guessing I might have to use mock testing of some sort but I have never done mock testing before and online resources are very confusing to understand. How can I write a test case for this method? Please help!
Thank you!

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1st Formosa: hotspot far East the last refugees leave the Tachen Islands and destroy the abandoned houses by fire. Tschiankaischeck speaks on meeting un requests American help against the Chinese threat. Troops on Quemoy with building positions and defensive maneuvers.
(26 m) 2nd Indochina: France grants Vietnam barracks of the French enclave of Haiphong will be torn down. At the cemetery, the bones are excavated by fallen to transfer in the home. Fleeing civilians left the country after the exodus of the French. Crowded trucks and trains.
(21 m) 03 Beijing: State visit of the Dalai Lama breakdown from new German newsreels 265/3: arrival of the Dalai Lama and of the Panchen Lama, the temporal and spiritual leader of Tibet. Welcome and reception with flowers.
(11 m) 04. Bern: Occupation of the Romanian Embassy by emigrants from breakdown new German newsreel 265/5: police get out of car and seal the Romanian Embassy in their invasion of the Embassy chauffeur was shot by 4 Exilrumänen. Rolls of barbed wire. Placing of the water. Intruders on the balcony of the Ambassador. After negotiations the occupiers will arise and be dissipated.
(22 m) 5th Africa: fight against the TSE TSE fly horses are herded - herd. Skeletons of dead animals. Beef will be vaccinated against the disease of sheep. Irrigation systems are built to refresh the decimated livestock. Herd of cattle to water body in the water.
(18 m) 6 England: hawker Hunter fighter aircraft breakdown of new German newsreel 265/6: fighters side by side before the start with current jets. Roll to start. Launch and flight. Formation aerobatics.
(18 m) 7 Berchtesgaden: German Alpine Championships mountains in the snow. Athletes go with skis on his shoulder in the snow. Women's downhill: snow. EVI Lanig on the track. She WINS and gets combination winner. Close-up of EVI Lanig. Giant slalom men: fog. Falls. Karl Zillibiller drives the fastest time and WINS. Close-up of Karl Zillibiller.
(40 m) 08 Vienna: World Championship in figure skating breakdown from new German newsreels 265/9: pair skating: freestyle winner Francis Dafoe / NORS Bowden. Men: freestyle winner of Allan Hayes Jenkins. Ladies: Freestyle Champion Tenley Albright / United States. Jenkins / United States and Tenley Albright, great.
(46 m) 09 Carnival Cologne: parade. Smaller Bundeswehr soldier welcome. 2 drink "fat Saar milk". Spark children. Dancers in the train. Adenauer aboard SMOS Europe. Policeman celebrated with people. "Who dared", Michel and Marianne. Munich: Wyvern in the parade. Carnival in the confetti. Masks.


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sexual harassment, gender based violence, Violence Against Women, Feminism, Gender equality, Young Women Lead, Young Women's Movement, sexual harassment in schools
Consultation to investigate extent of sexual harassment in Scotland's schools
Young women's working group seeks views of pupils and teachers on sexual harassment and violence
A CONSULATION into sexual harassment and gender based bullying in Scottish schools has been launched as part of a young women's political leadership programme.
Young Women Lead, established by feminist organisation The Young Women's Movement, is giving a group of women aged 15 to 30 the chance to run their own mock committees at the Scottish Parliament – and the participants are gathering real evidence to inform their recommendations.
The young women chose to explore the issue of sexual harassment in schools, and are seeking the views of teachers and self-identifying young women and girls currently at school in Scotland through surveys, focus groups, and a social media campaign.
READ MORE: Young women in the driver's seat as leadership programme launches at Holyrood
Speaking to CommonSpace, Young Women Lead participant Elena Soper said the chosen theme of the investigation held particular resonance for her. "The importance of the Young Women's Lead Committee's investigation is something I know all too well," she said.
"As a survivor of sexual assault and gender based bullying at school in Scotland, I am excited to be part of a process that we hope will create real change in our education system."
Soper, aged 26, lives in Edinburgh and works as an office manager, while also volunteering as a school speaker for Amnesty International.
The political timing, Soper said, could be an asset to the group's efforts to call attention to the issue. "With the current focus on sexual harassment on the back of the MeToo and Time's Up campaigns, as well as the investigations within our own parliament, there couldn't be a better time to be having this conversation," she said.
"We know that sexual harassment can start from an early age and continue on into adulthood, and it's our aim to shine a light on that."
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— Elena Soper (@elfieatlanticx) March 26, 2018
Soper is hopeful that the work of Young Women Lead can make a real difference to policy on the issue, and set change in motion that will extend well beyond the school gates.
"We want to begin a movement where we look at how we can start combating this very serious issue from its beginnings in education, through processes such as codes of conduct, school support networks and compulsory lessons," she said.
"For me personally, it brings me hope for the future that if we create a better understanding around what constitutes as sexual harassment and how to deal with it at an early age, it will have a ripple effect in universities and the workplace, and signpost societal change."
The investigation's launch coincides with the publication of an Equality and Human Rights Commission report on sexual harassment in the workplace, which found that around half of people who had experienced harassment had never reported it, while around half of those who did said nothing was done about it.
The EHRC has called on the UK Government to step in by placing a duty on employers to take steps to protect workers from harassment and victimisation and by introducing legislation to ban the use of non-disclosure agreements by employers to "sweep sexual harassment under the carpet and protect their reputation".
Going to school is an important part of growing up. It shouldn't be a burden. Tell us about your experiences. #ScotSchoolVAWG
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Patrycja Kupiec, director of The Young Women's Movement said the Young Women lead investigation was "timely and much needed", and that she felt confident that their recommendations would "bring about a real change".
She added: "It is beyond inspiring and a real privilege to see the participants take up space at the Scottish Parliament and speak up about the issues they face because of gender inequality.
"Seeing this group of amazing kickass diverse women coming together as one, supporting each other, and driving this project forward makes me really excited and positive about the future.
"Earlier this year, we've celebrated 100 years of some women in the UK getting the vote, and I know that our suffragette sisters would have been as proud of Young Women Lead as I am."
The purpose of the leadership programme is to educate and promote the role of women in Scottish politics.
The evidence gathered will be presented to the mock committee, chaired by deputy presiding officer Linda Fabiani, at the next meeting on April 20. The meeting will be live-streamed on the Scottish Parliament Facebook page.
Picture courtesy of The Young Women's Movement
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On September 8, 1928, was born Earl Nelson (1928 - 1979); half of the celebrated r&b duo, Bob & Earl.
Nelson also enjoyed a solo career under the alias Jackie Lee, recording a series of singles that subsequently emerged as Northern soul classics. Born in Lake Charles, LA, on September 8, 1928, Nelson cut his teeth singing in his church's gospel choir. His family relocated to Los Angeles in 1937, and at age 17 he enlisted in the U.S. Army, working on the construction of the Panama Canal. Upon returning to civilian life he began singing with a variety of Los Angeles-area doo wop and R&B acts, usually in collaboration with vocalist Bobby Byrd (aka Bobby Day). Nelson's lead tenor graces the Hollywood Flames' 1954 single "Buzz Buzz Buzz," and a year later he and Byrd teamed as the Voices to record "Two Things I Love" for the Cash label. A series of little-noticed efforts followed, credited to various acts including Bobby "Baby Face" Byrd & the Birdsas well as Bobby Day & the Satellites, and in 1957 perennial second-banana Nelson even headlined the Class label release "I Bow to You." The first Bob & Earl single, "You Made a Boo-Boo," appeared later that same year. Both Nelson and Day were nevertheless working at the Revell Toy Factory when the long-dormant "Buzz Buzz Buzz" emerged as a surprise hit in 1958. While a reassembled Hollywood Flames went on to record a clutch of new material for Class and Ebb, Day also scored a massive solo hit with "Rockin' Robin," and when the Flames sputtered out in the wake of 1960's "Gee Whiz," Nelson revived the Bob & Earl partnership, albeit recruiting former Laurels vocalist Bob Relf to replace the otherwise occupied Day.
This incarnation of Bob & Earl first recorded in 1962, cutting a pair of singles ("Don't Ever Leave Me" and "Deep Down Inside") for the Tempe label. After a move to the Marc imprint, the duo entered the studio in 1963 alongside accompanist Barry White to record "Harlem Shuffle," which Nelson and Relf co-wrote in emulation of singer Round Robin's "Slauson Shuffletime" -- the gritty, sinuous track remains an R&B landmark, reaching the U.S. Top 50 and becoming an even bigger hit in the U.K. (In 1985, the Rolling Stones scored an international smash with their inferior cover of the song.) Despite the success of "Harlem Shuffle," Bob & Earl's follow-up releases -- including "My Woman," "Your Lovin' Goes a Long, Long Way," and "Baby I'm Satisfied" -- fared poorly, and in 1965 Nelson launched a solo career with the Mira single "Ooh Honey Baby," credited to Earl Cosby. His next effort, the Mirwood label release "The Duck," was instead attributed to Jackie Lee -- the single cracked the R&B Top Five and hit the Top 20 on the pop charts as well, guaranteeing Nelson would continue recording under this latest alias. While he did not return to the charts, Mirwood releases including "Do the Temptation Walk," "The Shotgun and the Duck," "Oh! My Darlin'," and "Darkest Days" all later made Lee an immortal within the ranks of Britain's Northern soul revival culture. Singles for ABC-Paramount and Uni followed, and after reuniting with White, who produced the 1974 Warner Bros. comeback attempt "Strange Funky Games and Things" (credited to Jay Dee), his recording career ground to a halt. Nelson nevertheless continued playing live across L.A. for decades to follow -- after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease, he died July 12, 2008, at the age of 79.


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Free Lyndhurst Mansion Tours for Tarrytown Residents Resume in April Program Expanded to Include Thursdays and Fridays
Posted on March 7, 2017 by Lyndhurst
Tarrytown, NY—March 2017) This spring, Lyndhurst mansion will continue to offer free mansion tour admission to Tarrytown residents from April through September. The program, which was first introduced in 2016, will be expanded this season to include both Thursdays, and Fridays. For individual admission, Tarrytown residents may show a valid ID at the Lyndhurst Welcome Center. Local Tarrytown community groups and organizations are also welcome to schedule group tours during the season.
"While many Tarrytown residents know of Lyndhurst, many have either never been inside the mansion or haven't come in decades. Since implementing the free admission program in 2016, nearly 100 Tarrytown residents have visited Lyndhurst, a significant increase from the five Tarrytown visitors in the prior year. This season, we hope to bring even more Tarrytown residents by expanding the free admission program to Thursdays and group tours for Tarrytown organizations," said Howard Zar, Lyndhurst's Executive Director.
Why Come to Lyndhurst
Lyndhurst is considered to be the most significant 19th century home in the United States, on par with such architectural icons as Monticello and Fallingwater. While there are many lovely historic homes in the area, Lyndhurst is truly one of the finest in the country. Lyndhurst's staff has undertaken numerous restorations over the last four years. These include a complete rehanging of the Grand Picture Gallery and a complete refurbishment of the State Bedroom, including the addition of a fine suite of Rococo Revival furniture. This season a recently acquired bench by Lyndhurst's architect, Alexander Jackson Davis, will be on view for the first time. In addition, many areas of Lyndhurst's landscape have been restored, including the addition of fountains and sculpture. Lyndhurst is so unique that even for those who are used to visiting historic houses, Lyndhurst is quite different.
What You'll See
Lyndhurst is unique in that since 1838, most of its furnishings and artworks have stayed within the mansion walls. The mansion interior was first photographed in 1868, so each room is accurately decorated to the style of one of the families that lived in the mansion. Visitors will see 16 stunning rooms on two floors of the mansion, including the 1838 parlor, the sumptuous Victorian dining room and the Grand Picture Gallery. The house has a collection of more than 10,000 pieces including extensive and early Tiffany windows, fifty pieces of furniture by Alexander Jackson Davis and multiple suites of furniture designed by the Herter Brothers. Railroad Baron Jay Gould's painting collection of 19th century French paintings has never left the mansion. The tour lasts approximately one hour and gives visitors the opportunity to reflect on the life of its residents, and the development of American identity and taste during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Beginning June 15th, visitors will also have the chance to see Lyndhurst's special exhibition Defying Labels: New Roles, New Clothes, which tells the story of the revolutionary changes in women's roles from 1890 to 1940 as reflected through fashion and accessories of Lyndhurst's most famous female residents: Helen Gould, Anna Gould Duchess of Talleyrand, and Edith Kingdon Gould. The exhibit showcases items from Lyndhurst's private collections as well as loans from major museums.
This free Thursday and Friday program is made possible with a grant from the Westchester Community Foundation's Feldman Fund.
About Lyndhurst. Originally built in 1838, Lyndhurst is considered by many to be the most important American home of the 19th century. Designed by A.J. Davis, the Frank Lloyd Wright of the 19th century in Gothic Revival style, Lyndhurst was one of the first homes to be built in the Hudson Valley as a romantic retreat. Lyndhurst is situated on 67 magnificently landscaped acres on the widest part of the lower Hudson River. Lyndhurst is where the Hudson Valley begins.
Go to www.lyndhurst.org for more information.
Westchester Community Foundation's mission is to connect generous people to the causes they care about and invest in transformative ideas and organizations to improve lives and strengthen our community. WCF is a division of The New York Community Trust, one of the largest community foundations in the country, with assets of approximately $2.6 billion.
Maura Bekelja, Marketing & Digital Communications Coordinator
914.303.6847, [email protected]
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Fans of Bitcoin Cash will be rather happy with the recent developments. While the price has it a roadblock, other things are happening as well. Mikan, a Japanese firm, will create a Bitcoin Cash-only mobile wallet for Android and iOS. A rather intriguing development, especially given the company's reputation on the market.
More Bitcoin Cash wallets for mobile devices is always a good thing. While BCH supporters have multiple options already, there's always room for competition. Whether or not Mikan will bring that competition, has yet to be determined. Their Yenom wallet will go into beta at the end of March 2018. Users will have full access to the features, although some minor bugs may still be present.
Some people may be familiar with Mikan. The company has released an app which teaches English words back in 2014. That particular app has become increasingly popular over the years. This new foray into cryptocurrency is a very different creature altogether. It is a move few people had actually expected. Even so, the best things in life are often surprises.
It seems Mikan is quite convinced Bitcoin needs to gain more traction. As such, they tap Bitcoin Cash, which is the closest to the "real" Bitcoin people will get right now. The wallet is designed to be rather intuitive and convenient, with no unnecessary bells and whistles. An interesting choice, albeit one Japanese BCH supporters will certainly appreciate.
This new development is pretty positive for Bitcoin Cash as a whole. This alternate version of Bitcoin has quickly gained major traction in the past few months. It seems things will only get better from here on out. This is also visible in the current Bitcoin Cash price trend. While Bitcoin is recovering slowly, BCH is up by 12% all of a sudden. Rest assured we will see some interesting mind shifts in this regard moving forward.


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What Scent Repels Sharks?
What Scent Repels Sharks? There is no one scent that repels sharks. Some people believe that using strong-smelling substances like vinegar, lemon juice, or detergent can help keep sharks away, but there is no scientific evidence to support this.
How long does shark repellent last? Shark repellent is generally effective for about an hour.
What is the most effective shark deterrent? There is no definitive answer to this question as different sharks react differently to different deterrents. Some common shark deterrents include loud noises, bright colours and strong smells.
What can scare off sharks? There are a few things that can scare off sharks including loud noises, bright colors, and the smell of blood.
What Scent Keeps Sharks Away?
There is no one scent that keeps sharks away, as different sharks are attracted to different smells. However, some scents that may repel sharks include citrus, vinegar, and mint.
How Effective Is Shark Repellent?
Shark repellent is not very effective.
What Color Do Sharks Hate?
This is a difficult question to answer definitively as different sharks seem to react differently to different colors. That said, it seems that sharks in general are not particularly fond of yellow, orange, or red colors.
Do Shark Deterrents Attract Sharks?
There is no scientific evidence that shark deterrents attract sharks.
Do Shark Off Bracelets Work?
The jury is still out on whether or not shark off bracelets work. Some scientists say that the bracelet releases a small electrical charge that helps to keep sharks away, while other scientists say that there is no evidence that the bracelet has any effect on sharks whatsoever.
What Smells Are Sharks Afraid Of?
Some scientists believe that sharks are afraid of the smell of rotting shark carcasses.
Has Anyone Been Attacked Wearing Sharkbanz?
Yes, there have been cases of people being attacked by sharks while wearing Sharkbanz. While the device is designed to deter sharks, it is not 100% effective and there is always a risk of being attacked when entering the water.
What Is The Best Shark Shield?
There is no definitive answer to this question as there are a variety of shark shields on the market, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Some of the factors that you may want to consider when choosing a shark shield include its effectiveness, ease of use, and cost.
What Attracts Sharks The Most?
There is no definitive answer to this question, as different sharks are attracted to different things. However, some potential attractants for sharks include blood, shiny objects, and fast-moving prey.
What Is The Most Effective Shark Repellent?
There is no definitive answer to this question as different sharks react differently to various repellents. Some of the most commonly used shark repellents include citronella, cloves, and capsaicin ( chili pepper extract). experiments have shown that these substances can be effective in deterring certain species of sharks, but there is no guarantee that they will work against all sharks in all situations.
There is no one scent that repels sharks. However, some scents may be more effective at repelling sharks than others.
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What Level Should I Cook Sharks? There is no definitive answer to this question since it depends on personal preferences. Some people may prefer to cook sharks at a lower temperature to retain more moisture, while others may prefer to cook them at a higher temperature to ensure they are cooked through. Ultimately, it is…
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What Is The Biggest Shark Ever Caught? The biggest shark ever caught was a great white shark measuring in at 36 feet long and weighing 24,000 pounds. What is the largest shark ever recorded? The largest shark ever recorded was the Megalodon. This giant shark lived in the oceans during the Cenozoic era, and could…
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Why Do Sharks Have Cartilage Instead Of Bone? Our Answer
Why Do Sharks Have Cartilage Instead Of Bone? Cartilage is a type of connective tissue that is more flexible and durable than bone. Sharks have cartilage because it is lighter than bone, which helps them swim faster and be more agile in the water. Did sharks ever have bones? No, sharks do not have bones….
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Where Do Fair Trade Brazil Nuts Come From? The majority of fair trade Brazil nuts come from Bolivia, where they are harvested from the wild by small-scale farmers. Why is there a shortage of Brazil nuts? There is a shortage of Brazil nuts because they are difficult to harvest and there is high demand for…
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Can You Swim With Hammerhead Sharks?
Can You Swim With Hammerhead Sharks? No, you cannot swim with hammerhead sharks. They are aggressive and dangerous predators that pose a serious threat to humans. What sharks can you swim with that don't bite? There are many sharks that you can swim with that don't bite. Some of these sharks include the nurse shark,…
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As a big public pension plan in Japan debates increasing its exposure to stocks to take advantage of stock gains there, corporate pensions closer to home find themselves wanting to lessen their risk while dealing with some of the worst underfunding in recent years.
Such is Rule No. 4 of Bob Farrell's 10 seminal "Market Rules to Remember," and it's worth noting nowadays as talk of a U.S. market "melt-up" heats up.
Farrell retired as brokerage firm Merrill Lynch's chief market analyst in 1992. Merrill of course is now Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and its chief equity technical strategist Stephen Suttmeier is telling investors how to handle what Farrell might call the real-life definition of his fourth rule.
In "Managing a melt-up," a research report published late Monday, Suttmeier says the U.S. market can go considerably higher before it risks topping out in late summer, with favorable tailwinds for two sectors in particular.


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Amazon to Acquire Twitch
tags: Amazon, Gaming, journalism, Tech, Twitch
by Ultra Slacker
From Amazon.com Press Release (August 25, 2014):
SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 25, 2014– Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Twitch Interactive, Inc., the leading live video platform for gamers. In July, more than 55 million unique visitors viewed more than 15 billion minutes of content on Twitch produced by more than 1 million broadcasters, including individual gamers, pro players, publishers, developers, media outlets, conventions and stadium-filling esports organizations.
According to TechCrunch, Amazon acquired Twitch Interactive for $970 Millions in cash.
From Twitch CEO, Emmet Shear's letter:
Today, I'm pleased to announce we've been acquired by Amazon. We chose Amazon because they believe in our community, they share our values and long-term vision, and they want to help us get there faster. We're keeping most everything the same: our office, our employees, our brand, and most importantly our independence. But with Amazon's support we'll have the resources to bring you an even better Twitch.
Congratulations to Twitch on getting acquired.
Now, let's get to the serious part of this news. Back in May, 2014 there were rumors of Google's intent to buy Twitch. Remember that it is a rumor of an acquisition. On July 24, 2014, VentureBeat ran a story with headline: "Google's $1B purchase of Twitch confirmed — joins YouTube for new video empire" – link to the Internet Archive version.
No other news site reported this, just VentureBeat. One would think that Google would leak this news to Kara Swisher than VentureBeat. I did not buy it at all.
Every time someone cited @VentureBeat, I rolled my eyes. That's because Venture Beat is less reliable than Supermarket Tabloid.
For the next two weeks, many speculations abound. On August 6, 2014 I tweeted this:
Wonder why no one else is calling bullshit on @VentureBeat 2014-07-24 story about @Google's $1 Billion purchase of @Twitch?
Confirmed???????
Comes August 25, 2014, it is apparent that VentureBeat is an example of bad journalism.
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