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6 Sights in Tulsa, United States (with Map and Images)
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Explore interesting sights in Tulsa, United States. Click on a marker on the map to view details about it. Underneath is an overview of the sights with images. A total of 6 sights are available in Tulsa, United States.
List of cities in United States Sightseeing Tours in Tulsa
1. Ambassador Hotel
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General Patrick Hurley opened the Ambassador Hotel in 1929, intending it to be a luxury "extended stay" residence for Tulsa businessmen, who were building mansions that were not yet ready for occupancy. Hurley never stayed in the hotel he founded. He moved to Washington, D. C. in March 1929, after President Herbert Hoover chose him to be Secretary of War, after the death of the previous Secretary, who died in December 1929. Hurley never returned to Tulsa.
Wikipedia: Ambassador Hotel (Tulsa, Oklahoma) (EN)
2. Tulsa Theater
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The Tulsa Theater is a theater and convention hall located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was originally completed in 1914 and remodeled in 1930 and 1952. The building was used as a detention center during the 1921 Tulsa race massacre. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains in use as a theater today. The theater was previously named after W. Tate Brady but was renamed in 2019 due to Brady's affiliation with the Ku Klux Klan.
Wikipedia: Tulsa Theater (EN)
3. Atlas Life Building
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The Atlas Life Building is a historic twelve-story building in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma. Designed by the firm Rush, Endacott and Rush, the building was completed in 1922. It is located at 415 S. Boston Avenue, sandwiched between the Philtower and Mid-Continent Tower. On May 19, 2009, it was added to the U. S. National Register of Historic Places. Originally an office building, it was converted to hotel use in 2010.
Wikipedia: Atlas Life Building (EN)
4. Boston Avenue United Methodist Church
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The Boston Avenue United Methodist Church, located in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma, and completed in 1929, is considered to be one of the finest examples of ecclesiastical Art Deco architecture in the United States, and has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built by a congregation of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, it was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1999. It has 15 floors.
Wikipedia: Boston Avenue Methodist Church (EN)
5. First Presbyterian Church
The First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa was organized in 1885 in Creek Nation, Indian Territory, before statehood. It originally met in the store owned by brothers James M. Hall and Harry C. Hall, and was served by itinerant, circuit-riding ministers.
Wikipedia: First Presbyterian Church (Tulsa) (EN)
6. Tulsa Union Station
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The Tulsa Union Depot is the former central railway station for Tulsa, Oklahoma. It has since been turned into an office building. The Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame is currently headquartered in the former Depot.
Wikipedia: Tulsa Union Depot (EN)


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Dragon Virus
by Laura Anne Gilman
$2.99 (story collection) ISBN 978-1-61138-178-8
"Laura Anne Gilman makes you care. You care about her characters and their choices; you care about what's happening to their world."
It began soon after the Millennium. Reports of newborns with strange malformations, too weak to live…caused by a single genetic mutation. Or, as the press quickly dubbed it, the Dragon Virus. Scientists predicted that it was an evolutionary dead end; that the mutation would burn itself out quickly; that it was nothing to be worried about.
Every racial type. Almost every continent. No known cause. Human-created, maybe. Or just God, throwing the dice. Infecting us, warping us. Tied into our genetic code, from here on in. No known treatment. No idea where even to begin.
Everything was about to change.
Six connected stories, charting the end – beginning – of everything we know, everything we fear, everything we hope for….
With an Introduction by Walter Jon Williams
Praise for Dragon Virus
"Stunningly successful…A potent ride through a changing future, exploring themes and ideas that resonate as much in the modern day as in her darkly evolving future." —SF Signal
"A gripping adventure from start to finish, Dragon Virus is highly recommended." —Midwest Book Review
"What would happen if a new, genetically linked virus should spread through the world? Laura Anne Gilman takes us on a tour of the aftermath of a change in the very nature of human society….with colorful characters and situations and an innovative slang to set the atmosphere." —Critical Mass
"A bold tale of generations and families in conflict over the very definition of what it means to be human." —Steve Rasnic Tem, author of Excavation
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Product Review: Sailor Moon Blu-ray Collection 1
For a bit of a change, I thought I would review the Viz Media Blu-ray release of Sailor Moon season one… or at least the first half of it. The second half is due in February, for reasons I can only think are mercantile. Whatever their motives, it's worked; I've had to pre-order the second half of the Blu-ray box set also.
Crafty bastards.
Anyway, I've been biting at the bit for a Blu-ray release of Sailor Moon for years, but it's taken the revival of interest brought about by Sailor Moon Crystal, as well as the periodic upload of these remastered episodes to Hulu Plus… which I do not have access to here in the UK, naturally.
…which is also why I've had to import this collection from the US too. UK distributors apparently do not think that Sailor Moon fans exist in their country.
I sourced the Blu-ray from the website Right Stuf, which is where you can also pre-order the second half of the season…. provided you have access to a Region A Blu-ray player, that is.
I am, in fact, quite delighted with the box set. It's sleek, it's sturdy, it's obviously been made by Sailor Moon fans. The box is stuffed with the Blu-ray case of Sailor Moon episodes 1 -23, a handy booklet guide that has been lovingly made, even if I will probably only flick through it a couple more times, and a conspicuous empty cardboard box with which the manufacturers hope you will slot in part 2 of the season, whenever they deign to make it available.
They went through all the effort of designing a nice place-holder box just to make sure you buy the second half
The Blu-ray case is… just that. Your bog-standard multi-disc box. I like the cover art, it's just perfectly understated, but considering that this is, for me, the definite Sailor Moon collection (I hope), I would have liked, say, a metal case, or something a little more fancy. But that's just me.
The discs themselves (there are 6 in all, 3 for the Blu-way discs, 3 for the DVDs, ofwhich I have no idea why they are included. Probably just to boost the price) continue the understated aesthetics of the box art. I'm glad they didn't make them gaudy or childish – once again, it's evidence that the designers are actual Sailor Moon aficionados rather than just doing this for the paycheck.
Note the simple outlines of the Senshi on each disc. Works perfectly!
The booklet is also wonderfully designed. Every episode in the first season, 1 to 26, has its own descriptive page, with a synopsis for each that, while not as entertaining as mine, at least have the advantage of actually being accurate. Also included are the lyrics for the three major songs of season 1 (Moonlight Densetsu, Heart Moving and Princess Moon), character descriptions for all the Senshi (Makoto's is naturally and objectively the best), and some rather fetching artworks, all of which look original to me.
Rather exciting to see artwork for the original Sailor Moon new to me after all these years.
And as for the episodes themselves?
Well. Superb remastering. They've not been heavy handed, everything right and wrong with the original animation is there in all its glory, but the colours just pop off the screen. Season 1 was much more heavily stylised than the subsequent episodes, and it's clear from rewatching the first episodes that they missed a trick by not continuing with this purple hue theme.
These shots aren't actually from the remastered edition, but serve only to prove the point of how lovely the first episode still looks
I wondered how much they could really improve 22 year-old animation, but in comparison to my grotty old DVDs, things are more crisp, without loosing that gritty realism you get from hand-drawn animation. The sound has been properly cleaned up too – the tracks used to sound like they were sifted through dirt. It's another chance to appreciate all the dirt horn licks and brassy battle music they moved away from in later series. I really am re-appreciating the soundtrack.
The subtitling has been redone also. There's not much difference in the actual translation itself, but the subtitles are now in white with a black edge, as opposed to the yellow I'm used to. This can make it a little hard to make out occasionally, but honestly it looks better as a colour.
One unexpected treat that I was not expecting was the preview for next time at the end of each episode. It sounds absurd, but a little voice clip from Usagi and Luna explaining what's coming up, against an arrangement I've never even heard before, was so novel that it plastered a huge grin on my face.
Rewatching the first few episodes in HD has convinced me that I really need to go back and re-do the early episode reviews on this website. The format of my "reviews" (they're really more blow-by-blow accounts nowadays) has changed quite a bit, and a huge number of images need to be updated. I'll get round to it at some point in the next few months. I hope.
To conclude, while I continue to be mystified (from a consumer perspective) why Viz Media has split this into 2 separate purchases, by god is this a worthwhile purchase for anyone who doesn't have access to the US Hulu Plus. Saying that, even then I know that many people prefer to have the flesh and blood discs. There's just something about owning Sailor Moon season one which feels solid and satisfying and right.
I didn't need an excuse to rewatch season 1, but by golly this is how you do it in style
More than that, it's presented marvellously. Hats off to the production team. Any collector must surely want to add this to their collection. I can only hope that Viz Media continue to remaster and release all the other seasons on Blu-ray too. They will certainly get a lot of play on my TV.
Well, wasn't that awkward? Product reviews are new to me. Just thought I'd try out something new. It's not often I get new Sailor Moon swag. I have a couple of mugs shaped like Luna and Artemis… and my DVD sets… and that's pretty much it. Sort of hard for me to justify getting the replica Moon Sticks and cosplay bloomers and whatnot. I promise I shan't make a habit out of this.
This is pretty much my face while watching Sailor Moon in HD
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I'm impressed with it too, the artwork in the booklet is great, I like the new dub though I prefer subs but I'm waiting on part 2 because I have an OCD thing where I have to watch the entire season. You know it's bad when you bullshit your partner on justifying getting a multi region blu-ray player when in the back of my head the only reason was this very blu-ray. The penny dropped when I got caught watching it. Can't wait for your Crystal ep 11 review :D
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I would love to binge on the Blu-rays but just don't have time at the moment. Maybe over Christmas… Still miffed about having to wait until Feb for the 2nd half.
Working on ep 11 as we speak!


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Bob Dylan- Blood On The Tracks
By doqmsday, July 30, 2008 in Album Reviews
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Tangled Up In Blue and Idiot Wind are two of Dylan's best songs.
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Among many others!...Tangled Up In Blue is one of my favorites also by Dylan...Would you like to give us a review on the album Blood On The Tracks dogmsday?....It's great that the younger generation is getting into Dylan...I'd like to hear your opinion on the album.....
Viaene 0
At the moment I'm not very into Dylan, maybe if you'd write a review you could get me curious
Blood On The Tracks is Bob Dylan's 18th released album. Recorded in 1974 and released in 1975, Tracks is one of Dylan's most autobiographical albums. All the songs seem to revolve around Dylan's split up with his wife Sara Dylan. This is shown through the feelings Dylan must of been feeling during the split up. This is shown through greatest hits like Tangled Up In Blue, fan favorites like Idiot Wind, Simple Twist of Fate, Shelter From The Storm, and You're A Big Girl Now. There are also the out of the ordinary songs, like If You See Her, Say Hello, Buckets Of Rain, Lily Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts, and You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go. All of these songs show an appreciation for things once had. Dylan's voice may be considered "bad" but in this album, no other voice make as many emotions to look for beauty and hope in the pain and dissapoint. Thought one of Dylan's and anybodys greatest albums, Blood On The Tracks is a gem in Bob Dylan's career.
Very nice, thank you dogmsday!
edna 6
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Cool review, doqmsday...
I agree with you, this album is a gem. My beloved friend bought it for me in 1974 after waiting a long time for a "perfect" Dylan LP.
There it was. Like a bridge after "Nashville Skyline", (his last good album for me) and some spare songs like "Hurricane" or "Changing of the Guards" in other albums that came later.
Something similar happens to me with the Rolling Stones after Mick Taylor: they hadn´t made a great album since "It´s Only Rock and Roll". And suddenly, in 1980, they deliver us "Emotional Rescue"...
Well, it´s about "Blood On The Tracks" anyways... which has a special meaning for me, I got it in Paris when my life was very different, with a man who loved me and protected me till his last day, with a heart full of illusions... and this album will definitely close a delicious chapter in my life.
Thanks for bringing it back.
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highlights of Budget 2018-19
Budget 2018 on wooden table
highlights of Budget 2018-19:
Fiscal situation and targets
GST revenue will be collected for 11 months and that would impact balance sheets. Rs 21.57 lakh crore transferred in the form of net GST against the predicted Rs 21.47 lakh. Government aims for 2018-19's fiscal deficit target of 3.3 per cent of GDP. Revised fiscal deficit for 2017-18 was Rs 5.95 lakh crore or 3.5 per cent of GDP.
Agriculture and rural economy
Jaitley reasserted the government's resolve to double farmers' income, increase production from same land parcels. In a major relief to farmers, minimum support price (MSP) for all upcoming Kharif crops has been raised to 1.5 times the cost of production. In case the market prices are lower than MSP, government would procure the produce or ensure farmers get right prices.
Agricultural market and infra fund of with corpus of Rs 2,000 will be created for 22,000 gramin agricultural markets and 585 APMCs. Cluster development model of agricultural commodities, emphasis to encourage for organic farming.
Allocation for Food Processing Ministry has been doubled. Operation Green will produce farmer producer organisation, logistics, warehousing etc allocation of Rs 500 crore. Export of agri commodity has been liberalised to meet India's agricultural exports potential of $100 billion.
To boost bamboo sector and animal husbandry, kisan credit cards will now be extended to fisheries and animal husbandry farmers. A restructured national bamboo mission with corpus of Rs 1,290 crore will be set up. Rs 10,000 crore are allocated to set up two funds to promote fisheries and animal husbandry.
Government to encourage favourable taxation treatment for farmer producers organisations. To ensure agriculture received boost, agricultural products will now be in futures markets. In a big ticket announcement, Jaitley proposed Rs 11 lakh crore for credit for farm sector. He also announced a special scheme to manage crop residue.
In a big relief to farmers, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley announced a that minimum support price for all upcoming kharif crops will be set at 1.5 times the cost of production.
In terms of social protection and security, gas connections will now be provided to 8 crore poor women. In the energy coverage push, Rs 16,000 crore for PM Saubhagya Yojana was allocated for connecting 4 crore households with free electricity.
Government has set a target to construct at least 2 crore toilets under Swachh Bharat Mission. Also, under Housing for All by 2022 and PM Awas Yojana (rural), 51 lakh affordable housing units constructed in rural and 50 lakh in urban areas. Jaitley proposes dedicated affordable housing fund to meet targets.
For boosting livelihood opportunities and private enterprise, target for loans to self help group for women has been increased to Rs 75,000 crore. Allocation to National Livelihood Mission set at Rs 5,750 crore. A total allocation of Rs 14.34 lakh crore from extra and non-budgetary resources has been estimated for housing, infrastructure and livelihood in rural areas.
Health Education and Social Protection
Comprehensive social security program National social assistance program over Rs 9,000 crore. Education in country to be treated without segmentation from KG till class 12. Aim to move from black board to digital board with push for digital technology and e-education.
By 2022, every block with over 20,000 tribals and over 50 per cent STs will have a special Eklavya school. As many as 10 crore people to get Rs 5 lakh health coverage for hospitalisation every year. Government aims to move towards universal health coverage. Allocation of Rs 600 crore has been proposed for tuberculosis patients who are undergoing treatment.
Government proposes establishment of two new Schools of Planning and Infrastructure. To address brain drain issue in country, a new scheme to identify bright students studying B Tech in top engineering schools and allow them opportunity to study and do research in IITs and Indian Institute of Science.
Selected students to get special fellowships and will be expected to teach in institutes of higher education, particularly in rural areas. Mudra Yojana lending target has been set at Rs 3 lakh crore. Aim to bring 60 crore bank accounts under Jan Dhan Yojana.
Jailtey proposes an integrated B.Ed programme for teachers for improving quality of teachers and education. A fund for social security and protection of widows and orphaned children is to be set up.
Allocation of Rs 1 lakh crore has been proposed for revitalising and upgrading education sector. Jaitley pushes for learning based outcomes and research. Government to set up 1.5 lakh centres under Aayushman Bharat programme to provide health facilities with an allocation of Rs 1,200 crore.
In a major boost to healthcare and medical education, Jaitley pledges to set up at least one medical college for every three parliamentary constituencies. Also, PM Jivan Bima Yojana gave benefits to 5.22 crore families. Under Jan Dhan Yojana, the entire lot of 16 crore accounts will be brought under micro insurance and pension plans.
Jaitley says 1.26 crore bank accounts opened under the Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme. Allocation of Rs 52 719 crore for social inclusion of scheduled castes is proposed in the budget.
Finance minister Arun Jaitley relax for a tea along with Rahul bajaj and other dignitaries at Hotel Tajmahal palace Colaba after the Jamnalal Bajaj Awards on Saturday. Express photo by Nirmal Harindran, 28th October 2017, Mumbai.
Mass formalisation of MSME industry after GST and demonetisation. Jaitley allocated Rs 3,794 crore capital support and industry subsidy by 2022 for the MSME sector. Under Mudra Yojana, Jaitley set a target of Rs 3 lakh crore. The finance minister said Rs 4.6 lakh crore was sanctioned under Mudra Yojana.
Consumers get relief with excise cut on fuel. Excise on unbranded diesel was cut by Rs 2 to Rs 6.33 per litre and the same deduction was given from unbranded petrol top Rs 4.48 per litre.
Budget 2018 highlights: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley presented the Rail Budget as part of Union Budget today. The theme of this year's budget appeared to be modernisation of trains and boosting high speed railway network.
Total capital expenditure for Indian Railways set at Rs 1,48,528 crore. A special railway university will also be set up in Vadodara, Gujarat. In order to cut travel times and delays, Jaitley proposed cutting 4,267 unmanned railway crossings. In a bid to overhaul the railway stations' infrastructure, all station that have a footfall of 25,ooo passengers will now have escalators. To provide connectivity on the go, all trains will soon be equipped with CCTVs and WiFi.
Allocations for Mumbai rail network was pegged at Rs 11,000 crore and for Bengaluru Metro, Rs 17,000 crore was allocated.
Fiscal targets
Government aims for 2018-19's fiscal deficit target of 3.3 per cent of GDP. Revised fiscal deficit for 2017-18 was Rs 5.95 lakh crore or 3.5 per cent of GDP.
The government proposes no change in personal income tax rates for salaried class. Jaitley said in his speech that there has been a 12.6% growth in direct taxes in 2017-18; 18.7% growth in indirect taxes in 2017-18. As many as 85.51 lakh new taxpayers filed their tax returns in 2017-18, as against 66.26 lakhs in 2016-17. The number has increased from 6.47 crore in 2016-17 to 8.27 crore by end of 2017.
Jaitley proposed liberalisation of presumptive income schemes for small businesses with income below Rs 2 crore, similar schemes for professionals with income below Rs 50 lakh. Rs 90,000 crore additional income tax collection was seen in 2016-17 and 2017-18.
Corporate tax reduced has been reduced from 30 per cent to 25 per cent for companies with turnover up to Rs 250 crore, move to boost MSME sector. The finance minister has proposed revision in monthly emoluments of President of India at Rs 5 lakh,, Rs 4 lakh for vice president and Rs 3.5 lakh for governors.
Standard deduction of Rs 40,000 for salaried taxpayers was announced. In terms of capital gains tax, long-term capital gains are proposed to be taxed at 10 per cent on investments over Rs 1 lakh. Short term capital gains tax to remain unchanged at 15 per cent.
For senior citizens, Jaitley proposed exemption of interest income on bank deposits raised to Rs 50,000 for senior citizens as well as exemption of Rs 10,000 on income from Bank FDs and post offices. The budget proposes 10 per cent tax on distributed income by equity-oriented mutual funds as well as 100 per cent deductions for cooperative societies.
In the realty sector, Jaitley proposed that were to be made when circle is at or below 5 per cent of sale consideration.
In terms of revenue loss, Jaitley siad Rs 8,000 crore revenue was lost due to standard deductions for salaried employees. Also, Rs 7,000 crore forgone due to lower corporate tax on firms with turnover not exceeding Rs 250 crore. Rs 19,000 crore was lost last fiscal in terms of revenue from direct taxes.
Arun Jaitley announced a capital expenditure of Rs 1,48,528 crore for 2018-19 in infrastructure.
Jaitley said that there is a requirement of Rs 50 lakh crore for the infrastructure sector. He said that construction of a new tunnel at Sera Pass will also work in promoting tourism. A total 10 prominent tourist sites will be upgraded as iconic tourist destinations.
In the flagship Bharatmala project that aims to connect India's eastern and western ends with a 35,000 km highway and roads network, an outlay was announced to the tune of Rs 5.35 lakh crore under phase 1. For toll payments on highways, Jaitley said that the government will introduce a new system called "pay as you use".
Customs duty on mobile phones, TVs hiked for providing fillip to Make in India initiative. Government also proposes 10 per cent social welfare surcharge on imports.
Budget for employees
Government pledges contribution of 12 per cent in wages of new employees in all sectors for the upcoming 3 years under EPF scheme. Women contribution to EPF slashed for initial three years to 8 per cent.
The total outlay for defence in budget 2018 is Rs 2.95 lakh crore, according to PTI, up from Rs 2.74 lakh crore last year. Jaitley expressed his intention to boost manufacturing in defence sector and asserted the need to strike a balance between foreign procurements to meet immediate needs and Make in India initiative for defence sector.
Jaitley said that during the course of this government, emphasis was given on modernisation and enhancement of operational capabilities of the armed forces. Government will bring a new industry-friendly defence production policy 2018 for giving a boost to domestic production for private sector, public sector as well as MSMEs. Jaitley said that the government will take measures to develop two defence industrial production corridors.
A large section of mobile phones are set become more expensive as Finance Minister Arun Jaitley announced a hike on customs duty on mobile phones from 15 per cent to 20 per cent.
An allocation of Rs 3,073 crore was done for Digital India scheme. As many as 5 lakh WiFi hotspots will be snstalled to give access of broadband services to 5 crore rural citizens. An allocation of Rs 10,000 crore was proposed for the same.
Government will now explore the usage of Blockchain technology but it will also take steps to prohibit circulation of cryptocurrencies as they are not classified as legal tenders as of now.
The food subsidy has been increased for the from Rs 1.4 lakh crore in 2017-18 to Rs 1.69 lakh crore in 2018-19. To commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Rs 150 crore have been set aside. Also, it has been proposed that the emoluments of MPs may be increased based on index to inflation.
Markets, Finance and insurance
Government to encourage a strong environment for VCs and angel investors. Meanwhile SEBI would make it mandatory for large corporations to meet a quarter of their debt needs from bond markets.
The disinvestment target for FY2019 has been set for Rs 80,000 crore. The disinvestment targets for the current fiscal have been set at Rs 1 lakh crore. Government would also evolve a scheme that would assign unique IDs for companies. The National Insurance Co, Oriental Insurance Co and United Assurance Co will be merged into one entity which will then be listed. For bank recapitalisation, Jaitley said it many set the path for public banks to lend an extra Rs 5 lakh crore.
Government plans to expand airport capacity by as much as five times and aims to take the trip count to 1 billion per year. An initial investment of Rs 60 has been set aside. Under UDAN scheme, 64 airports will be connected across the country to boost low cost flying
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Tesla: Sales record within reach but deliveries are problem
by: TOM KRISHER, Associated Press
Posted: Jun 26, 2019 / 10:21 AM CDT / Updated: Jun 26, 2019 / 12:11 PM CDT
FILE – In this March 14, 2019, file photo Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks before unveiling the Model Y at Tesla's design studio in Hawthorne, Calif. Musk says in an internal memo that Tesla has enough orders to set a record, but it's having trouble shipping vehicles to the right locations.(AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
DETROIT (AP) — Tesla is close to setting a quarterly record for deliveries, but the company is having trouble shipping vehicles to the right places as the second quarter comes to a close, CEO Elon Musk told workers in an internal memo.
Musk wrote that the company could break the record of 90,700 deliveries set in last year's fourth quarter if everyone goes "all out" before the quarter ends on Sunday.
Wall Street will be watching, because shares of the Palo Alto, California, company are down more than 30 percent this year, as investors became concerned about demand for Tesla's electric vehicles. In the first quarter the company delivered only 63,000, a 31 percent drop from the fourth quarter of last year.
The company has not changed its guidance of 360,000 to 400,000 vehicles this year, and Musk has repeatedly denied there is a demand problem for the company's three vehicles, the Model S full-size sedan, the Model 3 small sedan and the Model X SUV.
But Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives wrote in a note to investors Wednesday that it's unlikely the company will deliver 90,000 to 100,000 vehicles this quarter, and reaching annual delivery targets "is going to be an Everest-like task in our opinion." He expects 84,000 to 88,000 deliveries for the quarter when the company announces its numbers sometime next week.
Shares of Tesla rose about 2 percent in trading early Wednesday to $224.52.
"Tesla has become the ultimate 'prove me' stock, and it must start with a good 2Q delivery unit number" to restore its credibility with Wall Street, Ives wrote. "Musk & Co. have talked the talk, now it's time to walk the walk."
Details of the internal memo were reported Tuesday night by Bloomberg News. Also, the electric vehicle website Electrek.com reported that Tesla production Vice President Peter Hochholdinger is no longer with the company. He's a former Audi executive who was in charge of part of the operations at the company's assembly plant in Fremont, California. The website cited a source it did not identify, and a Tesla spokesman did not respond to questions from The Associated Press about the departure.
Wedbush rates Tesla shares as "Neutral" and has set a 12-month price target of $230. Ives wrote that he still sees Tesla as in the driver's seat for a transformational electric vehicle market opportunity in the coming years, but it has to steer around near-term problems involving demand and profitability.
Tesla lost $702.1 million in the first quarter, among its worst quarters in two years. Musk predicted another loss in the second quarter but said Tesla would be profitable again by the third quarter.
More Finance and Business Stories
by BARBARA ORTUTAY, Associated Press / Jul 19, 2019
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Instagram is expanding a test to hide how many "likes" people's posts receive as it tries to combat criticism that such counts hurt mental health and make people feel bad when comparing themselves to others.
The Facebook-owned photo-sharing service has been running the test in Canada since May. Now, Facebook said the test has been expanded to Ireland, Italy, Japan, Australia, Brazil and New Zealand.
by STAN CHOE and DAMIAN J. TROISE, Associated Press / Jul 19, 2019
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes sloshed between small gains and losses Friday after Microsoft, American Express and other big companies offered up a mixed set of earnings reports.
The big event for markets is still a couple weeks away, when investors expect the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates for the first time in more than a decade. Investors are trying to guess how big a cut will come and position themselves accordingly. Until then, they're focusing on whether companies can top the meager expectations Wall Street has for the profits they made during the spring.
Bulgarian lawmakers seal deal to buy 8 new F-16s from US
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Bulgaria's parliament has approved the purchase of eight new American fighter jets as part of a plan to replace the Balkan country's aging Soviet-built jets and to bring its air force in line with NATO standards.
Lawmakers voted 123-78 on Friday in favor of a government motion to buy the eight F-16 Block 70 aircraft, which will be the biggest military procurement in post-Communist Bulgaria. Two legislators abstained from the vote.
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Q: I am trying to connect my server.js express api from mongodb but it showing some error i don't understand it Here is my code of server.js
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    import bodyParser from 'body-parser';

    import userRoutes from './routes/users.js';

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        res.send('Hello from homepage.');
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Hey Everyone! You heard that right, WULVERBLADE IS GETTING A PHYISCAL RELEASE ON NINTENDO SWITCH! WAHOOOO! I'm partnering with the amazing Super Rare Games to make this happen and couldn't be happier. I'm not allowed to spill any more beans than that right now, but rest assured this will be SPECIAL!
I've been tirelessly painting an exclusive new cover for this too, so anyone who buys the game will see a cover that's never been seen anywhere else before. I've pilled a HUGE amount of hours into this and the other extras that will accompany it. I can't wait until Super Rare Games unveils the finished article!
A little glimpse of the collection.
That's just a snippet of the entire collection but you get the picture, I'm obsessed with physical!


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Forget Prime Day: MacBook Pro $700 Off at Best Buy
Take that, Amazon! Best Buy is selling the 15-inch Apple MacBook Pro for up to $700 off during a 48-hour flash sale that coincides with Amazon Prime Day.
Both 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pro configurations are heavily discounted at Best Buy for the next few days. The biggest savings are on a decked-out 2018 MacBook Pro with a Core i7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and Radeon Pro 560X GPU, which is now $2,099, down a whopping $700 from its retail price. The largest price cut is on the silver model but Best Buy also lopped $500 off the Space Gray color variant.
MacBook Pro (2018, 15-inch) for $2,099 ($700 off, Core i7/16GB of RAM/512GB SSD)
MacBook Pro (2018, 15-inch) for $3,499 ($600 off, Core i9/32GB of RAM/1TB SSD)
If you don't need as much graphics power, a slightly lower-end version of the 2018 MacBook Pro is also generously discounted. Now just $1,899 (down from $2,399), this MacBook Pro model has a Core i7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD and Radeon Pro 555X GPU. On the other side of the spectrum is a beastly Core i9 model with 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD for $3,499, or $600 off.
MacBook Pro (2018, 13-inch) for $1,449 ($550 off, Core i5/8GB of RAM/512GB SSD)
Don't need all that screen real estate? The 13-inch MacBook Pro is also on sale. For $1,449, this 2018 model comes with a Core i5 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. That's a huge savings of $550 on the silver model. If that model is sold out, and you don't need so much storage, then a similarly configured MacBook Pro with a 256GB SSD costs $1,499, or $300 off.
The sale will only last for two days, so be sure to jump on it fast. Not sure if the MacBook Pro is right for you? Bookmark our Amazon Prime Day Deals page for all the latest discounts.
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Every Beat Of The Heart (The Railway Children)
The Railway Children are a British alternative rock band, formed in Wigan in 1984. "Every Beat of the Heart" became a Top 40 hit in the UK with a peak at No. 24, and the song became a No. 1 hit on the newly founded Modern Rock Tracks chart in the U.S.
that's some angry sky behind me
but i don't need you here to guide me
indentify too familiar ground
and i'll keep away i'll keep away
i think i can control my need
but you're so precious when you leave
don't demonstrate this is life and death
in front of me
every beat of the heart
just brings me closer to the start
takes me further away from you
brings me closer to the truth
don't show me around
it's just an easy way you've found
that's a part of my life behind me
and i conclude that we can't fail to see
centre ground, better days
too familiar now to keep away
you think you can control this greed
well, turn full circle you can't fail to see
it's second place i've found the key
it's close to you i can believe
brings me closer to the start
FAMILIAR= If something is familiar, you know it well and it is part of your experience.
PRECIOUS= Valuable; loved; dear.
DEMONSTRATE= Show; prove.
BEAT= Pulsation. When a person is alive, their heart is beating and with every beat, it pumps blood around your body. If your heart stops beating, you die. If you feel a strong emotion, such as love, your heart beats faster.
THE START= The beginning
FURTHER= Comparative of FAR (far - further - the furthest) (also: far - farther - the farthest)
FAIL TO= If you fail to do something, you don't do it; probably you try, but you can't. If "you can't fail to see", it's impossible for you not to see.
GREED= An excessive desire to get something (especially money)
TURN FULL CIRCLE= Start again.
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Throwback Thursday 'The Rock Show' by Blink-182 (2001)
Everybody cross your fingers! I will hopefully be in attendance at a Blink-182 show this Saturday!!!!
I have tried to see this band two other times and the shows were cancelled! Ugh! Here's hoping everything works out this time!
In keeping the good vibes going, I chose "The Rock Show" for this week's Throwback Thursday song!
It is one of my favorites!
"The Rock Show" is off of Blink-182's fourth studio album, Take Off Your Pants and Jacket. I'm a little embarrassed to admit how long it took me to get that the title of that album was innuendo. Oh, well.
Blink-182, at the time, was made up of members Mark Hoppus, Tom Delonge, and Travis Barker.
According to Wikipedia, Mark Hoppus angrily wrote the song in ten minutes as a response to their manager saying they didn't have a, "Blink-182 good-time summer anthem [thing]."
Tom DeLonge and Mark Hoppus were quoted, "You want a f&%$ing single? I'll write you the cheesiest, catchiest, throwaway f*^%ing summertime single you've ever heard!"
So Hoppus went home and wrote "The Rock Show" and DeLonge wrote "First Date", which became the most successful singles from the record.
And I don't even feel bad that my favorite song was basically a big F you. I still love it.
The music video premise is simple. The band takes the money given to them to make the music video and basically just gives it away and spends it on really random stuff. This is also the video where I developed a small crush on Mark Hoppus in those black rimmed glasses! Swoon! I dig a dude in glasses. Just sayin.
Also according to Wikipedia, "Although it only peaked at number 71 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 33 on the Mainstream Top 40 chart, it reached number two on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks chart."
And it's #1 in my heart!
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Creativity and Culture
Dawn Papandrea
Spaces to study and extend the university experience
For those who can't get to campus this semester, being in a WeWork space sustains the educational momentum
WeWork 1 Waterhouse Square in London. Photographs by WeWork
With colleges and universities having to pivot to remote learning or hybrid approaches because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many institutions have been looking for solutions to expand their campuses and accommodate students. WeWork for Education is addressing this need by helping universities provide their students with a space to work that prioritizes safety, and in some cases, with satellite campuses.
"WeWork is uniquely positioned to help these institutions adapt, thanks to our agility, flexibility, and community," says Ivan Aguirre, director of product strategy at WeWork and education project lead on how to transform WeWork spaces for higher education. By providing different spaces where students can huddle, collaborate, or do heads-down work, Aguirre says, WeWork for Education is able to re-create a campus-like experience.
WeWork is already supporting major universities. New York University leased WeWork space this fall near its Shanghai campus to serve more than 3,000 Chinese undergraduate and graduate students. The partnership converted offices into classrooms, lecture halls, and study rooms to extend its campus network.
The University of Rochester is also working with WeWork to provide work and study areas to undergraduate students who are living in China and studying remotely. Through WeWork All Access, students can go to nearly 90 WeWork locations throughout the country.
Individual students and professors can benefit from their school partnering with WeWork All Access, even without a formal satellite campus. For instance, a student or faculty member who can't return to their campus location because of COVID-19 restrictions can gain access to a more conducive workspace to teach or take part in virtual classes, conduct research (with reliable high-speed Wi-Fi), and work on projects that require professional-grade printers.
"Students today are asked to do a multitude of activities, and being in the right space can improve their performance and success," says Aguirre. "A student's worst enemy can be constant distractions from the outside world." WeWork locations are designed to help members stay focused.
WeWork's varied spaces, from quiet nooks and meeting rooms to hot desks and focus rooms designed for productivity, cater to student and faculty needs alike. Here's a look at some WeWork locations around the world that can help universities and students maintain their educational momentum, even when they can't be on campus.
Library vibes
This space in WeWork 6001 Cass Ave in Detroit definitely has an academic feel to it—perfect for displaced college students. "Open, well-lit, and ventilated spaces promote well-being, while the appropriate furniture configurations, which take into consideration ergonomics and functionality, can help students remain engaged for longer periods of time," says Aguirre.
Heads down, pencils down
Minimalism makes for less distractions. Take this room located at WeWork One South Dearborn in Chicago. It's expertly designed for exam taking or serious study sessions. "Our spaces incorporate elements that are functional and take into consideration productivity, such as increased acoustics, neutral color palettes, natural materials, and ergonomic furniture," says Aguirre. "These elements help reduce the number of distractions and influence the member experience in a positive way."
School supply–stacked
As members of WeWork 33 Bloor St in Toronto can attest, knowing you have access to business-class printers, paper shredders, and office supplies such as staplers, paper, rubber bands, pens and pencils can help you work more efficiently. Sorry, students—that means no more "I ran out of ink" excuses!
Study al fresco
Photograph by Kailas.
Outdoor spaces, like this terrace at WeWork 1460 Broadway in New York, offer a fresh-air retreat after intense lectures. Grab a seat up here for a quick cramming session or to stay connected to Wi-Fi while catching some rays.
A-plus presentations
Universities can make a big impression by giving presentations in an actual off-campus event space, like the one pictured here in WeWork Aviation House in London. With staggered seating, bright lights, and a large projection screen wall, everyone can soak up some knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere.
Brainstorm session
With whiteboards as far as the eye can see, this room in WeWork 92 Av. des Champs-Elysees in Paris is ideal for group projects and class collaborations. With ample space to flesh out ideas, and plenty of natural light, there's lots of energy and inspiration to be found here.
Classy learning
Booth or hot desk or both? Your choice. The WeWork Hareza Ikebukuro in Tokyo is an example of the many seating options available to accommodate every type of learning style. "Some people learn best through collaboration, some through independent study, while others require one-on-one interactions," says Aguirre. "All of these can be accommodated within our WeWork locations through low-touch interventions."
Roundtable ready
Whether it's a seminar class or a course that includes peer critiques, having a roomy conference area set up for roundtable discussions ensures that everyone can see one another. That's the case with this conference room in WeWork 2 Minster Court in London.
Distraction-free booths
In the age of videoconferencing, phone booths, like this one in WeWork Galleria Office Tower I in Houston, allow for distraction-free one-on-one Zoom calls. Faculty members will especially appreciate the booth's privacy in order to confer online with colleagues or provide virtual office hours.
Beat exam anxiety
Studying can be overwhelming, which is why most colleges and universities offer respite spaces for stressed-out students. Likewise, wellness rooms are a regular feature at spaces like this one at WeWork 199 Water St in New York. Sink into the soft seating, close the lights and the doors, and meditate away your term paper blues.
Perked-up students
Coffee and college students go hand in hand. Luckily, any undergrads who utilize a WeWork space can rely on unlimited java jolts to recover from all-nighters. Pictured here is WeWork Namba Sky O in Osaka where members can grab a cup of joe between classes.
Sometimes it's nice to just escape with a good book. Literature lovers will enjoy comfortable and airy communal spaces like this one in WeWork Golden Eagle He Xi Tower A in Nanjing, China. A moment of serenity and calm can help you recharge.
WeWork for Education is poised to meet the needs of universities and students alike by staying true to its philosophies of flexible workspaces, ergonomics, top-notch technology, and thoughtful amenities. "By understanding the different needs and use cases of education institutions," says Aguirre, "we are able to provide thoughtful solutions that leverage our built spaces and uniquely curated furniture solutions."
Dawn Papandrea is a freelance writer who covers work, personal finance, and higher education. Her writing has appeared in numerous publications including US News & World Report, and on Monster.com. Follow her on Twitter.
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The de facto leader and Myanmar Foreign Minister Aung San Suu Kyi has publicly responded to the ongoing crisis in Rakhine state, that led to over 400 deaths and triggered an exodus of over 120,000 Rohingya Muslims.
Suu Kyi, a Nobel Peace laureate, told Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a telephone call that her government makes "sure that all the people in our country are entitled to protection of their rights", according to an Information Committee statement issued on Wednesday.
Suu Kyi has been widely criticised for not acting on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Rakhine state, which is home to over a million Rohingyas, Efe news reported.


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Enjoy a refreshing swim in one of our pools overflowing with fun themes and Disney character.
Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf
Inspired by Disney's Fantasia, this miniature golf course is located near the Resort hotel, and features 36 whimsical yet challenging holes.
BoardWalk Campfire
Gather 'round the campfire for good times, gooey marshmallows, stories and songs.
Learn more about evening campfire activities at Walt Disney World Resort.
Join us each evening for a complimentary screening of a Disney film in the Community Hall.
Learn more about Movies Under the Stars at Walt Disney World Resort.
Ferris W. Eahlers Community Hall
Delight in complimentary games galore—plus arts and crafts, DVDs and more!
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Cruise around Crescent Lake on a 2- or 4-person Surrey bike.
Learn more about Surrey bike rentals at Walt Disney World Resort.
Enjoy a guided bass-fishing excursion—perfect for amateur wranglers and seasoned fishermen alike.
Learn more about fishing at Walt Disney World Resort.
Complimentary racquets and balls are available from Community Hall, a short walk from 2 lit courts.
Learn more about tennis at Walt Disney World Resort.
Take your pick of several jogging paths, including a loop around Crescent Lake.
Learn more about jogging at Walt Disney World Resort.
Children can climb, slide and have a ball at the Luna Park Crazy Play Area.
Learn more about playgrounds at Walt Disney World Resort.
Side Show Games Arcade
Play a variety of video games at this action-packed arcade near the Luna Park Pool.
Learn more about arcades at Walt Disney World Resort.
Yoga on the Lawn
Don't miss the chance to get your "om" on before you visit the parks!
Every Monday and Wednesday morning at 8:15 AM, say "Namaste!" to the day with a complimentary, 30-minute gentle yoga class—set in a tranquil atmosphere on the Village Green Lawn. Each class is filled with feel-good poses that will perk you up and leave you feeling centered, focused and ready for the adventures ahead. And remember: this is for all ages and fitness levels—no toe-touching flexibility required!
Class space is limited to 20 Guests staying at Disney's BoardWalk Inn and Disney's BoardWalk Villas. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Mats and towels are provided on-site.
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Inspired by passion and created with insightful vision, Kamalaya is an expression of two people's life experiences and their desire to serve and inspire others.
Kamalaya's facilities and accommodations encircle a centuries-old cave, once used by Buddhist monks as a place for meditation and spiritual retreat.
This place has forever changed my perspective regarding so many different areas of life.


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Rainbow Media Holdings, Inc. Acquires 10% of Salon.com in Brand Alliance
Salon.com and Rainbow to Develop New Weekly TV Series for Bravo
By Salon Staff
Published December 6, 1999 3:18PM (EST)
Rainbow Media Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation (AMEX: CVC), and Salon.com (Nasdaq: SALN) today announced a 10-year strategic equity agreement. Reflecting a shared editorial vision, the agreement includes content exchange and development, as well as extension of each company s brands onto new platforms and to new audiences. In the first collaboration, Salon.com will develop new original television programming based on its Internet content for Rainbow s film and arts network, Bravo.
Under the terms of the agreement, Salon.com will issue 1,110,000 common shares to Rainbow, representing approximately 10% of Salon.com s outstanding common stock. In exchange, Rainbow will provide Salon.com approximately $11.8 million in advertising and promotional time, delivered over several years, across Rainbow s media properties. Salon.com and Bravo Networks will exchange content and cross-promote throughout their web properties.
In addition to developing a new weekly television series for Bravo, expected to launch in 2000, Salon.com will provide its reporters and columnists to Rainbow s MetroChannels, three channels dedicated to the New York Tri-State area. The two companies will jointly sell advertising on the new Bravo television series, as well as on each other s Internet properties, providing media buyers with comprehensive online and television opportunities. Both Salon.com and Rainbow stand to benefit from each other s proven expertise in brand development and distribution via the Internet and on television, respectively.
"As traditional and new media converge, we chose Salon.com as an Internet partner because of its editorial point of view and its unique position in the marketplace." said Josh Sapan, President and CEO of Rainbow Media Holdings, Inc. "This marriage will deliver a consistent brand experience to sophisticated consumers, providing context amid an exploding number of programming and media choices."
A cable programming pioneer, Rainbow s portfolio includes sports, entertainment and news networks led by: American Movie Classics, Bravo, The Independent Film Channel, the MetroChannels, News 12 and seven regional sports networks including the MSG Network. Rainbow also holds a controlling stake in the Madison Square Garden Properties.
With editorial offices in San Francisco, New York and Washington, D.C., Internet leader Salon.com s network of 10 Web sites and 2 communities includes news, technology, arts & entertainment, books, health, media, people, travel and parenting.
The relationship provides significant opportunity for content collaboration between Salon.com and Bravo, as well as Rainbow s other networks, including its recently launched MetroChannels. The agreement reflects the first of Rainbow s two-pronged approach to brand expansion: first, Rainbow is seeking focused strategic alliances, consistent with its networks editorial voice; second, the company is creating new types of content in-house and launching brand-related initiatives on new platforms. Over the past two years, Rainbow has embraced the unique properties of the broadband environment, launching high speed entertainment content from AMC and Bravo Networks.
"We're excited to be entering this strategic relationship with Rainbow to develop Salon.com s first television series nationally," said Michael O'Donnell, Salon.com's CEO and President. "Cablevision and Rainbow are making significant investments in the Internet and convergence. We look forward to working closely with them over the coming years to leverage our content offerings in multiple ways, delivering more value to consumers, and potentially increasing sales."
For Salon.com, the agreement with Rainbow launches its brand in more than 50 million households, by way of Bravo. The partnership comes at a time when Bravo is experiencing unprecedented growth and success. The network is watched by television's most demographically upscale audience, and has experienced 30% subscriber growth over the past year. In addition, Bravo s viewers are significantly more likely than the average cable television consumer to be early adopters of new technology.
David Talbot, Salon.com s Founder, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief, will oversee the development of Salon.com s television programming, working with Rainbow executives, as well as Salon.com board members Norman Lear and former CBS President Jim Rosenfield. Salon.com will use the daily production from its network of Web sites and communities as a foundation to build compelling television programming.
"Over the last four years, Salon.com has become the destination on the Web for intelligent, independent voices -- from Camille Paglia and David Horowitz to Anne Lamott and Garrison Keillor," said David Talbot, Salon.com Founder, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief. "We look forward to injecting the same Salon.com character and attitude into a compelling television format."
The agreement is subject to the receipt of certain approvals.
About Rainbow Media Holdings, Inc.:
Rainbow Media Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation and NBC, is at the forefront of innovation in cable programming. Rainbow manages American Movie Classics, Romance
Classics, Bravo, The Independent Film Channel, MuchMusic USA, Rainbow Sports, News 12 Networks, and MetroChannels as well as the Rainbow Advertising Sales Corporation and Rainbow Network Communications. Rainbow holds a controlling stake in the Madison Square Garden properties, which includes the Madison Square Garden Arena Complex, the New York Knicks, New York Rangers and WNBA s New York Liberty professional sports teams, the MSG television network, and, most recently, Radio City Entertainment and a long-term lease on Radio City Music Hall. In addition, Rainbow is a fifty-percent partner in Fox Sports Net.
About Bravo Networks:
Bravo Networks are comprised of Bravo The Film and Arts Network, The Independent Film Channel, World Cinema, Bravo International, IFC Productions and Next Wave Films. Bravo, The Film and Arts Network, is available to more than 50 million homes nationwide and offers critically acclaimed American and international films as well as performing arts such as dance, theater, classical music and jazz. Bravo Networks New Media has developed and continues to expand broadband content and Web strategies while pursuing video-on-demand and other interactive opportunities. Its interactive unit includes: Bravo Online (www.bravotv.com), dedicated to film and arts content; World Cinema Online (www.worldcinematv.com), the comprehensive online resource for foreign film fans; and the IFC Online and IFC Broadband (www.ifctv.com), helping to further the audience for independent film through high-speed and traditional Internet services.
About Salon.com:
Salon.com (Nasdaq: SALN; www.salon.com; AOL Keyword: Salon) is an Internet media company that produces a network of 10 original content sites and two communities -- Table Talk and The Well. Salon.com was founded by David Talbot, former arts editor of the San Francisco Examiner. Premier advertisers and sponsors of Salon.com include Visa, IBM, Lexus, Microsoft, Virgin.com, Intel, DrKoop.com, barnesandnoble.com and EDS. The network has relationships with 275 advertising sponsors. In September 1999, the site had 1.9 million unique visitors.
Salon.com recently announced an e-commerce ticketing arrangement with CultureFinder.com and distribution arrangements for its books, news and technology content via Rocket eBooks and AvantGo. Salon.com also has distribution agreements with major online companies including America Online, Lycos, Go.com, Alta Vista, CNN.com and CNet. Its content is syndicated to North American newspapers through United Features.
This announcement contains forward-looking statements concerning advertising and traffic growth that involve risks and uncertainties including, among others, acceptance and effectiveness of advertising,
growth in use of the Internet, Salon.com's limited operating history, anticipated losses, the unpredictability of its future revenues, successful development of Salon.com s television show, competition, risks associated with system development and operation, management of potential growth and risks of new business areas, business combinations and strategic alliances. Actual results could differ materially from those discussed. More information about factors that potentially could affect Salon.com's financial results is included in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission available at the SEC's web site (www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements are based on information available to the company on the date hereof, and the Company assumes no obligation to update such statements.
Note: Salon.com is a registered trademark of Salon.com. All other company and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners.
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Q: Transforming DB Collections in Meteor.publish Hopefully this question is not too long but I am trying to include as much details as possible in what I did..
I am trying to figure out how to implement logic in Meteor.publish() that takes data from the DB, changes all the values in a column and makes the updated collection available for client-side subscription.
Specifically, I have a table that stores messages between users and the recipient is identified by his userId. I would like to replace the userId with his actual phone number which should be available in the Meteor.users table.
When I looked it up online I saw suggestions to use transform but my understanding is that it's not reactive.. I then learned about map but discovered that it returns an array which breaks the Meteor.publish() method. Finally I found something that uses forEach and self.added() and self.ready() so my code currently looks like this:
Meteor.publish("myMessages", function () {
    var self = this;
    Messages.find({
        $or: [
            { senderId: this.userId },
            { recipientId: this.userId }
        ]
    }).forEach(function(m) {
        m.recipientId = Meteor.users.findOne({ _id: m.recipientId }).username;
        console.log("adding msg to collection:");
        console.log(m);
        self.added("Messages", m._id, m);
    });
    self.ready();
  });

The log messages look right and when Meteor restarts it prints all the messages from the DB related to the user where the recipient is replaced correctly with the phone number. However, on the client side when I try to run Messages.findOne(msgId) (with an id I verified exists by selecting it directly in mongo shell) I get undefined back and furthermore, running Messages.find() through developer tools in the browser returns undefined as well although I expected the messages that showed up in the logs to be available..
I feel that this is a basic use case but I am not able to make this work.. any help is appreciated!

A: "You can transform a collection on the server side like this:"
https://stackoverflow.com/a/18344597/4023641
It worked for me.
Unfortunately, changes in users collection will not update reactively these custom fields.


Fu Ning Shuang (It also called Shen huang Shuang) is a herbal cream nourishing the skin and providing moisture. This herbal cream is made from the essences of ginseng and royal jelly, which provide the skin a good nutrition.
Take little bit of product after cleaning face both in the morning and in the evening, put it evenly on facial skin and massage slghtly and brefly, to gain the best effect.