We all lose, give or take, around 100 hairs every day. Our scalp regrows these hairs at a rate fast enough that you never even notice it's gone, aside from discovering it in your brush or on your clothing.
Noticable hair loss due to genetic predisposition, disease, and other factors is a very real epidemic which reaches 80% of all men who live to see their 80th birthday (source), and affects a shocking 1 in 4 women throughout their lifetime (source).
There are several reasons, beyond simple male and female pattern baldness that cause people to lose a large portion of the hair on their heads. Many drugs, radiation therapy, skin disorders, autoimmune diseases, adrenal fatigue or insufficiency, thyroid disorders, nutrient deficiency, stress, and many other reasons are associated with hair loss in both sexes.
Hair transplants and grafting procedures come with a high success rate, but also cost thousands of dollars to get the results those of us who suffer with hair loss are looking for. Keep reading to learn more about less invasive, non-surgical methods to restore your hair, from the comfort of your own home.
This applies equally to men and women. High levels of free testosterone in the blood can lead to a condition known as androgenic alopecia. This is the same phenomena that leads to bodybuilders and other athletes who've abused steroids to lose their hair, despite not having any genetic markers to indicate hereditary hair loss in their ancestry.
Men suffering from this problem have the option of being prescribed Finasteride or Propecia; medications that slow the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone in the bloodstream. Women typically use a medication called Spironolactone, which unlike finasteride, actually lowers testosterone levels produced in the body.
The main hair loss culprit when it comes to stress is adrenal fatigue and/or thyroid problems. The two conditions are nearly always synonymous, but getting checked for adrenal problems can also give you a heads up if you're suffering from autoimmune problems affecting the adrenal glands, such as Addison's Disease.
Being overstressed constantly can batter our adrenal glands, and eventually wear them out. When this problem goes untreated for a period-of-time, hair loss on the head and eyebrow region are one of the most common markers of this problem.
Your doctor may prescribe supplemental cortisol, to give your adrenals a rest and allow them to recover. Treatment of poor adrenal function generally leads to hair regrowth inside a year.
The thyroid and adrenals work in tandem to keep us at the top of our game. Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and the autoimmune disease, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, are all common reasons for premature hair loss and thinning, with autoimmune problems on the rise in western cultures.
Your doctor can test your TSH levels (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) and thyroid antibody levels (for autoimmunity) to determine if your thyroid is responsible for sudden or even gradual hair loss symptoms. Once corrected, most women and many men grow their hair back within the first year or two of treatment.
There are two main nutrient deficiencies that come into play with hair loss: iron and vitamin D.
Iron has come to light as a major contributor toward hair loss over the last 25 years, primarily as several studies have shown an overwhelming number of vegetarians, particularly women, who experience thinning and excessive hair loss. Iron supplementation proved to regrow hair in many cases, when deficiencies were present. Iron deficiencies are common in vegetarians who don't eat enough leafy greens, which are high in iron, to make up for the lack of iron they would normally get from meat.
Vitamin D is at the center of all metabolic processes in the body and there are a few studies that have been performed that demonstrated vitamin D has a significant role in the hair growth cycle (learn more). Ten minutes of midday sunlight every day, while wearing shorts and a t-shirt gives you all the vitamin D you'll need. Supplements and fortified products are also available.
Minoxidil blocks the conversion of testosterone to DHT at the scalp level. It can be purchased in formulations of 2, 5, 15, and 25 percent: a 5% solution being the most popular for men, and 2% for women. The sooner you treat with this product after hair loss begins, the greater the chance of regrowth.
Most people have mixed results with minoxidil and there are slews of potential side effects, not limited to heart palpitations, hypotension (low blood pressure), insomnia, erectile difficulties and many others.
Before you run to book a surgical appointment, rush out to buy a bottle of minoxidil, or attempt to buy prescription medications on the black market, the smart choice is to talk with your doctor and have the recommended blood work performed.
If everything checks out and you still want to try a restorative treatment, you'll be able to do so with minimal risk to your health, and maximum potential for positive results!


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Kim Kardashian West made news earlier this summer when she successfully lobbied the president to grant clemency to Alice Marie Johnson, a 63-year-old woman serving life in prison for a nonviolent drug offense. | Angela Weiss/AFP/Getty Images
Kim Kardashian West is back at the White House to discuss clemency
Kim Kardashian West is back at the White House on Wednesday to meet with members of the Trump administration and other advocates for criminal justice reform, according to a White House spokesman.
Among those expected to attend the listening session, which deputy press secretary Hogan Gidley said would focus on the clemency process, were presidential son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner, CNN commentator Van Jones and Federalist Society executive vice president Leonard Leo, who has served as an adviser to President Donald Trump.
Participants will discuss "ways to improve that process to ensure deserving cases receive a fair review," Gidley said in a statement.
Criminal justice reform has been a pet project of Kushner's while in the White House, and he has championed a bipartisan prison reform bill that passed the House in May.
Kushner's efforts have put him at odds with the country's top law enforcement official, Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who has opposed efforts at sentencing reform and moved to increase the use of mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses.
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Kardashian West made news earlier this summer when she successfully lobbied the president to grant clemency to Alice Marie Johnson, a 63-year-old woman serving life in prison for a nonviolent drug offense. Kardashian West, Jones and other representatives from the criminal justice group cut50 said Wednesday that they were going to work on securing a pardon for another nonviolent drug offender, Chris Young.
"When I looked at Alice, I said we can't just stop with one person. We have to change the laws," Kardashian West said in statement.
Trump has shown an affinity for using his presidential pardon and commutation powers, though his tendency to take up higher profile cases has worried activists that only cases involving well-known personalities or elevated by them will receive relief.
Other White House officials expected to attend the event include special assistant to the president for domestic policy Ja'Ron Smith, assistant to president Brooke Rollins and deputy chief of staff for policy coordination Chris Liddell.
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Q: Is the concept of Kernel in Linear Algebra and kernel for SVD the same? Is the term kernel used in Sklearn to execute the SVD machine learning algorithm conceptually related to the notion of a kernel in linear algebra ( null space )? Or do they happen to use this same name?

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Founded in 1884, Derby are one of the Championship's biggest clubs who famously won their first First Division Championship in 1972 under Brian Clough, and again in 1975 after Clough's reign. Their last appearance in the top flight was a record breaking one for the wrong reasons after collecting the lowesr amount of points for a Premier League side in the 2007/08 season. They have played their home games at Pride Park since 1997 after moving from the Baseball Ground.
Derby County have taken Harry Wilson on loan from Liverpool this season.
Aberdeen captain Graeme Shinnie has been linked with a host of clubs, including Old FIrm duo Rangers and Celtic, as well as Championship side Derby County.
Derby County's Matej Vydra has been linked with a move away from the club.
Derby County released striker Lewis Walker in August but can he thrive in the Championship with Queens Park Rangers?
Is Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa behind Derby County's crash in form?
Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa shared his analysis of Derby County.
Who is the prolific striker Leeds are reportedly ready to move for, along with league rivals?
Leeds United, Norwich City, Derby County and Nottingham Forest are all being linked with the prolific 23-year-old.


North Sea oil firm i3 Energy has today announced the site survey contractor for the first phase of its Liberator project.
The company, based in Westhill, near Aberdeen revealed Gardline will undertake a site survey for its 2019 and 2020 drilling program plus the pipeline route for its Liberator Phase I development.
The survey will cover the locations of Liberator's production drill centre and associated development wells, in addition to the planned export pipeline route.
Gardline will also survey the Liberator A3 and Serenity S1 appraisal well locations.
No contract value has been announced for the project.
The Greater Liberator Area is now thought to have 314 million barrels of oil in place, up from 237m.
The initial figure was based on a competent person's report published in November 2017, but subsequent mapping and analysis have led to the upgrade.
The previously submitted FDP envisaged a staged, two-well development focused solely on the Liberator field, within Block 13/23d.
Liberator West, block 13/23c, was obtained in the 30th offshore licensing round.
i3 Energy confirmed the new contract will allow the firm to complete its environmental statement and provide the necessary engineering and environmental data to "finalise its planning for its expected 2019 three-well drilling campaign and for inclusion in the Liberator Field Development Plan".


The mission of the Adult Protective Services Program of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation shall be to protect tribal elders and adults who are vulnerable or incapacitated from abuse and/or neglect by providing prevention and protection services. Services shall promote the safety and well-being of Muscogee (Creek) elders and vulnerable/incapacitated adults and include immediate and appropriate intervention through assessment and investigation.
Abuse is causing or allowing infliction of bodily injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or cruel punishment of and elder, which results in harm, pain, or mental anguish, by any person, such as the elder's spouse, child or caretaker.
• Caretaker is aggressive, controlling, addicted or uncaring.
If you suspect that a Muscogee (Creek) Elder is being abused or neglected please call Muscogee (Creek) Nation Adult Protective Services at (918)732-7869 or (918)732-7873. After hours you can call Lighthorse Police at (918)732-7800, all information is strictly confidential.


The Crime Writers of Canada are looking for the next winner of their annual Arthur Ellis Award. The award has categories for both published and unpublished works of crime fiction, meaning that all of you undiscovered crime writers out there have a chance to secure recognition for your work.
The Arthur Ellis Awards are for CRIME WRITING, and are not restricted to mystery writing. Crime-writing encompasses far more than the traditional whodunit. The crime genre includes crime, detective, espionage, mystery, suspense, and thriller writing, as well as fictional or factual accounts of criminal doings and crime-themed literary works.
You can get more information at [email protected] or [email protected]. The official submission deadlines have not been posted yet, but will be available "soon." Both published and unpublished writers are able to apply.


We'd randomly shout out lefts and rights until we could officially claim we were lost. We'd never reach for our phones' navigational guide regardless of where we were. And whether we found ourselves in a quaint little beach town or in the thick of the woods, out of state and far from home, we'd always love the thrill of being a little lost. That was the beauty of the game. We never really knew where we would end up. But it never stopped us from playing.
I think life with SMA is, in many ways, like that. Don't you think? We're all a little lost (OK, sometimes very lost) on this journey. So many days are filled with unexpected wrong turns, where we are unsure of the direction in which we are headed. Sudden illnesses or feelings of overall defeat are a couple of the unexpected roadblocks that show up and prevent us from moving forward.
I've always said living with SMA is like living with one big question mark. It's like aimlessly driving on a long and winding road, and you're a little uncertain about what lies around the bend. So often I get asked the question of what I foresee my future to be like, and the truth is I don't know. I shudder when someone asks me what my five-year plan is because I can't imagine planning that far out. SMA and I have two very different plans for my future, and while I'd like to stick my fingers in my ears and yell "Lalalalala!" to what SMA has in store, I also have to recognize it and be prepared if I want to overcome it. I also can't lift my fingers to my ears, so there's that.
This morning, I woke up with a long list of to-dos, and I already feel weak. I've only been up for two hours and have already asked my mom to massage the arm I write with several times, hoping to wake up my muscles. These are the kind of question marks I'm talking about. I didn't plan for this. I wasn't expecting my body to feel weaker than normal today. But it is. And instead of focusing on the future and how I'm going to map out a way to accomplish the goals I set for myself, I remember the importance of soaking in every moment.
Because when it comes to doing this whole life thing, road maps don't exist. You'll get a little lost and you'll navigate through some valleys while hitting some unavoidable bumps along the way, but that's the stuff you'll look back on. That's the stuff that will mold and shape you for the beautiful destinations that lie ahead.
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OurJagannatha Vallabha Vedic Research Center was established in India, at Jagannatha Puri (Orissa) in 1995, for the study of the culture, philosophy, religion and spirituality of ancient India and the propagation of such knowledge in an independent and objective manner, free from all sectarianism.
This is a very important and urgent work, because the foundations of the ancient Indian civilization are still very modern and practical. In fact, they constitute the solution to the present day problems of human kind.
The application of such principles brings the perfect balance and integration between matter and spirit, scientific integrity and emotions, sense pleasure and serenity, and the other apparent dualities of the world.
During the Vedic period and for many centuries after that, India remained famous as the happiest, most prosperous and peaceful place on earth - a vast land of fabulous wealth, inhabited by wise and powerful magicians.
In her golden age, her civilization spread as wide as Iran and Singapore, establishing centers and colonies in a pacific manner, without any imperialistic war - simply by offering the native peoples a better way to live.
Indian merchants sailed the seas as wide as China and Egypt, taking advantage of the monsoon winds and the favorable currents, and returned home carrying many travelers who were anxious to study in Indian universities.
Alexander the Great failed in his campaign to conquer India because his soldiers were unable to fight against the incredible "magical" weapons of the Vedic warriors, but he carried back home a much more valuable treasure than he had even dreamt of: hundreds of texts of spiritual and material knowledge.
To preserve, translate and study those invaluable texts, Alexander built the great Library of Alexandria, and around it, a wealthy and powerful city, that was for centuries greater and more glorious than Rome itself, and gave birth to the extraordinary cultural phenomenon of Hellenism - the fusion between the Greek and the eastern (Indian) cultures.
Unfortunately that glorious civilization was wiped away and buried under the dark centuries of the European middle ages, and only a few relics survived.
The Indian land suffered many invasions and attacks, massacres and the systematic destruction of universities, libraries, temples and centers of culture and spirituality. However, for those who know how to search, there is still a vast wealth of knowledge and wisdom, preserved by great souls, honest scholars and true representatives of Sanatana Dharma.
Such living tradition is now rising again, to survive and prevail over the last attack, that is now threatening us all at global level.
The danger does not come only from the globalization of the consumeristic/commercial culture of the western type, from the resurgence of intolerant abrahamic fundamentalisms, or from the desperate and cynical nichilism of those who do not see any solution to the sweeping degradation of human kind.
The religious movements and organizations, the philosophical and academic schools that study and teach the Vedic tradition today tend to present a perspective of knowledge that might be correct but is sectarian. They do not allow researchers to verify the context, develop a multi-dimensional general vision and to experiment the application of the theoretical concepts by taking them to the practical level of personal realization.
This problem is particularly serious in the academic institutions where the study of the Vedic tradition is approached from a colonial angle - from an alien and hostile perspective, meant to demonstrate defects in Vedic civilization even when do not really exist. The purpose of such biased presentations is to establish the superiority of their own ideology - secular, atheistic or based on some other faith.
It is not easy to find an adequate presentation of Vedic knowledge even among those who consider themselves as faithful followers of its scriptures, because in the course of time the original Indian culture has been covered and distorted by cultural, religious and social superimpositions accumulated starting from the 7th century of the present age.
We invite you to participate directly to this wonderful enterprise.


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During the school year we help needy school children by filling up their backpacks with basic food and necessities for their families. This provides food over the weekends for students in grades K-6 who are food insecure. This happens on Monday mornings while school is in session, at Central School. Food is distributed at the end of the school week. If you are interested in volunteering for this program you must fill out an ICHAT form for a background check, and return it to the church office c/o Lori Hubbard. Please contact the church office with any questions.
Our church hosts the Women, Infants and Children program and opportunity for immunizations the 3rd and 4th Tuesday of each month, downstairs in Becker Fellowship Hall, 8:30am-4:30pm. Each month there are many who take advantage of these much-needed services, and we are proud to be able to host them, so that many families can get a boost, and make sure their children's immunizations are up to date.
During the summer months when school is out, we participate in this program, to feed both minds and bodies of children. Volunteers commit no more than 2 hours. Volunteer tasks include picking up lunches and handing them out at the bookmobile sites.


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Rising Stars: Dale Wardell
|In Studios & Recording
We've found another worthy subject for the Audio Pro InternationalRising Stars section, our regular focus on the best young industry talent from around the world.
Having already set up his own studio, worked with several successful musicians and a key member of South African band Habit To – set to release their third album this year – Dale Wardell from Durban is certainly making a name for himself in his home country. Here, he tells us about his recent collaborations and how he divides his time between engineering work and making his own material…
Where did you study?
I studied at the University of Natal in South Africa, majoring in Electro-Acoustic Music and Sound Technology under Jurgen Brauninger.
Which band/project are you working on/with at the moment?
I have just finished a collaboration with Machel Montano and Ladysmith Black Mambazo. It was an inspiration to see such great musicians working together, and being involved as engineer was a humbling experience. At the moment I am busy with the new Habit To album and a new South African band called Nje, which means Justice.
In Westville, which is a suburb of Durban on the east coast of South Africa.
Tell us a bit about your recording studio The Audio Suite. What does it offer potential clients?
The Audio Suite is a recording studio for musicians run by musicians. We offer various services, from band demo recordings to full length international albums. We also work with the advertising industry and create jingles, voice overs and sound design for video/film. I have had various international artists recording here. The studio is run from our home and many artists come from overseas to record here. We have state of the art facilities, as well as an entertainment/pool area where clients can relax after a long day of recording, and many of them see The Audio Suite as a home away from home.
You have also achieved success with your band Habit To. Has it been a challenge balancing your own music with your work as an audio engineer and studio owner?
Yes, it can be challenging at times. Habit To is keeping me even busier these days with touring and recording, and I constantly have other bands wanting me to engineer and produce them. I've really had to learn to manage my time more effectively so that I can deliver the highest quality of whatever is needed. The life of an engineer/ producer/musician is often very demanding. I wear many different hats everyday whether composing, mixing or performing.
The awesome thing about what I do is that I love what I do, so it doesn't really feel like work. I've had to learn to say no to certain projects, which, when you run your own business can be hard to do, but if you spread yourself too thin you risk letting something out that has your name on, but might not be the best representation of your abilities.
What is your favourite ever piece of audio equipment?
What a tough question! There is so much gear out there that I love working with for various reasons. I love microphones and old mic pres – too many to name – but I'd have to say my Studer 169 console is my favourite when it comes to recording and when doing a summing mix. The mic pres and eqs are amazing and really beef up the sound, turning average mics into awesome mics.
If you could work with any band/artist who would it be?
Another tough one! I'm a rock guy and I really enjoy working with artists who are driven and dedicated to their craft. Mark Tremonti would be awesome to work with for his song writing skills, as well as one of my favourite bands, Van Coke Kartel from South Africa, as these guys are such good musicians and prolific song writers. The list could go on and on, but it comes down to artists who have passion for their music, are experimental by nature and have good control over their instruments.
What advice would you give to other aspiring engineers looking to create a name for themselves in the audio industry?
Know what you are good at or want to be good at and find a niche for yourself. It's good to be diverse, but pick a genre that you like and study every aspect of it in order to get the sound you need to get and push it further. Kevin Shirley is a perfect example; he has produced most of the Iron Maiden albums and he works with rock bands in that style. You won't see him mixing 50 Cent's latest album because he knows what he is good at.
Websites: The Audio Suite, Habit To
To get involved in our Rising Stars column, whether you are an engineer who is new to the industry and would like to be featured, or an experienced engineer who would like to nominate a particular student/apprentice, please contact Audio Pro International editor Adam Savage on adam.savage@intentmedia.co.uk or +44 (0)1992 535646.
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Q: /bin/sh: cordova: command not found I am trying to run the below:

ionic platform add ios

However, I got:

/bin/sh: cordova: command not found
  Caught exception:
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Mind letting us know? https://github.com/driftyco/ionic-cli/issues

Your system information:
Cordova CLI: Not installed
Ionic Framework Version: 2.0.0-beta.10
Ionic CLI Version: 2.0.0-beta.32
Ionic App Lib Version: 2.0.0-beta.18
ios-deploy version: Not installed
ios-sim version: Not installed
OS: Mac OS X El Capitan
Node Version: v4.4.7
Xcode version: Xcode 7.3.1 Build version 7D1014

I already installed cordova but for some reason it was not detected by Ionic
What should I do?

A: After successfull installetion of cordova you will get the output like this:
/usr/local/Cellar/node/13.2.0/bin/cordova -> /usr/local/Cellar/node/13.2.0/lib/node_modules/cordova/bin/cordova

+ cordova@10.0.0

updated 1 package in 127.643s

Now copy the path and make a siblink into your local installetion directory.
sudo ln -s /usr/local/Cellar/node/13.2.0/bin/cordova /usr/local/bin

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Tech behemoth plans hundreds of layoffs at NorCal campus
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By Louis Freedberg
EdSource
Expanded summer school for K-12 students may be one positive outcome of the pandemic that has otherwise contributed to varying levels of learning loss among students across the state.
Without providing details, Gov. Gavin Newsom indicated that he will be including funds in the budget he will present to the Legislature in January that might allow schools to effectively extend the school year into the summer, as a crucial way to help make up for the learning loss that many students have suffered during the pandemic.
"We're going to be creative to look more broadly outside the previous constructs, this mantra or mindset that goes back to an agrarian society that no longer exists, that has the presumption that 99 percent of us will be toiling the fields come this summer," he said during his briefing on his plan to encourage more schools to offer in-person instruction.
He said he didn't want to "get too far ahead in terms of the budget that we will be submitting," but that "we will be looking at extending the day, looking at extending into the summer, looking at the opportunity to get tutors and additional supports to comprehensively address learning loss."
His remarks were reinforced by those of State Board of Education President Linda Darling-Hammond, who is also currently heading up the education transition team for President-elect Joe Biden.
"We need to understand the school year in new ways," Darling-Hammond said, pointing to a widespread concern among educators for decades that the long summer break can be damaging to the educational progress of many students, especially those who are already struggling. "We've been tied to an agrarian calendar for the school year that begins in September or August and goes until May or June."
But, she said, California shouldn't be thinking about the instructional calendar as consisting of "what we can we cram in only by May. We should think about this as the continuous process of solving for learning and taking advantage of the many other innovations that are going on in this state."
These could include everything from outdoor classrooms, expedition schools and project-based learning to interactive online materials that have become regular additions to teacher's toolboxes.
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In general, summer schools are low-budget affairs, typically providing instruction for a small subset of students who have to make up for lost credits that they need to graduate, or to advance to the next grade. As described in this EdSource report, summer schools took a huge hit during the Great Recession a decade ago, and many have never fully recovered. Most summer programs, often described as "enrichment programs," are private ones that only higher income parents have been able to afford, further widening achievement gaps between higher and lower income students.
A notable exception is the ambitious and creative summer program launched last summer by Los Angeles Unified, which was intended to be accessible to all its students.
Neither Darling-Hammond nor Newsom provided details about what they will be proposing in his January budget. But Newsom stressed that the issue of how to ensure that children catch up and succeed is a major concern of his -- like it is of most parents, he said. "I can assure you it is not only top of mind, it's foundational in terms of the budget that we'll be submitting for consideration to the legislature."
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    None = 0,
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    SlideInFromLower = 3,
    SlideOutToHigher = 4,
    SlideOutToLower = 5,
    Hammer = 6,
    Pull = 7
}

export module NoteConnection {

    export type PostBeatType = NoteConnection.None | NoteConnection.SlideOutToHigher | NoteConnection.SlideOutToLower;
    export type PreBeatType = NoteConnection.None | NoteConnection.SlideInFromHigher | NoteConnection.SlideInFromLower;

    export type PostNoteType = NoteConnection.None | NoteConnection.SlideOutToHigher | NoteConnection.SlideOutToLower;
    export type PreNoteType = NoteConnection.None | NoteConnection.Slide | NoteConnection.SlideInFromHigher | NoteConnection.SlideInFromLower | NoteConnection.Hammer | NoteConnection.Pull;

    export function toNoteConnection(connection: PreBeatType | PostBeatType | PreNoteType | PostNoteType): NoteConnection {
        return connection as NoteConnection;
    }
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Technological park faces slew of new obstacles
FOTIS KOLLIAS
January 23, 2007 23.01.2007 • 08:00
New obstacles are hampering the implementation of the «Acropolis» Technological Park project. The latest concerns the Council of State decision against using the space at Afidnes that Acropolis shareholders paid for, because the court considers it a protected area of Mount Parnitha. More than 100 information technology companies participated in the project, an idea conceived 15 years ago. The body set up to realize the project seven years ago was considering local investors' proposals of interest for the plot at Afidnes, as a Presidential Decree determined, but the high court's decision put that process on hold. Now the Public Works Ministry and Acropolis are in search of an alternative solution, with Acropolis alleging that the Council of State relied on past studies. The most likely option is the issuing of a new Presidential Decree, which may well lead to further delays. Property market experts also note that the project will hit another obstacle – namely another Council of State decision which states that former quarries should not be exploited by investors but be left untouched so they can regenerate into forests. But Acropolis said this decision does not concern it, since the area on which the park was designed is an old argil quarry and not a marble one. The area has also been characterized a farming area. Regardless of the solution the ministry opts for, the project will probably stay alive on paper, even though Acropolis's previous administration claimed two years ago that it had secured an institutional shield for the project and that its construction would begin in early 2007 with a budget of about -180 million. IT sector officials said that the dozens of Acropolis shareholders have so far paid up to -10 million, while -7 million were invested for the purchase of the plot at Afidnes from listed cement company Heracles. They added that several Acropolis administrations operated like amateurs; they did not hire specialists for the work and procrastinated, wasting precious time. On the contrary, various IT company owners have tried to become property development experts. For years they promoted the creation of the park in Eastern Attica, but ended up choosing Afidnes in northwest Attica. «They wanted a 'silicon valley' and they are making a 'silicon mountain',» says a property company official involved with the project. Asked why IT companies must acquire new headquarters subsidized by the Greek state, the Acropolis administration answers with the argument that concentrating companies in one spot will then attract academic foundations and other bodies from the research and technology domains. Still, no such body has committed itself to being a presence on the technological park so far.
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A study into the effects of amorphous nano-SiO2(Silicon Dioxide) particles on A549 lung epithelial cells was undertaken using proteomics to understand the interactions that occur and the biological consequences of exposure of lung to nanoparticles. Suitable conditions for treatment, where A549 cells remained viable for the exposure period, were established by following changes in cell morphology, flow cytometry, and MTT reduction. Label-free proteomics was used to estimate the relative level of proteins from their component tryptic peptides detected by mass spectrometry. It was found that A549 cells tolerated treatment with 100 μg/ml nano-SiO2 in the presence of 1.25% serum for at least 4 h. After this time detrimental changes in cell morphology, flow cytometry, and MTT reduction were evident. Proteomics performed after 4 h indicated changes in the expression of 47 proteins. Most of the proteins affected fell into four functional groups, indicating that the most prominent cellular changes were those that affected apoptosis regulation (e.g. UCP2 and calpain-12), structural reorganisation and regulation of actin cytoskeleton (e.g. PHACTR1), the unfolded protein response (e.g. HSP 90), and proteins involved in protein synthesis (e.g. ribosomal proteins).
Treatment with just 10 μg/ml nano-SiO2(Silicon Dioxide) particles in serum-free medium resulted in a rapid deterioration of the cells and in medium containing 10% serum the cells were resistant to up to 1000 μg/ml nano-SiO2 particles, suggesting interaction of serum components with the nanoparticles. A variety of serum proteins were found which bound to nano-SiO2 particles, the most prominent of which were albumin, apolipoprotein A-I, hemoglobin, vitronectin and fibronectin. The use of a proteomics platform, with appropriately designed experimental conditions, enabled the early biological perturbations induced by nano-SiO2 in a model target cell system to be identified. The approach facilitates the design of more focused test systems for use in tiered evaluations of nanomaterials.
Objective: To investigate the incidence of silicosis during Silicon Dioxide induced lung epithelial cell gap junctional intercellular communication (GJIC) function and connexin 43 down relationship (Cx43) phosphorylation status. Methods: Western-blot method Cx3 phosphorylation state analysis SiO2 stimulate alveolar macrophages (PAM) and the supernatant phorbol ester (TPA) to act on CCL-64 cells, total protein, membrane proteins are the same display with the control group phosphorylated bands, there is no Cx43 present in nucleus. Conclusion SiO2 induced CCL-64 cells GJIC function is not reduced by changing the form of Cx43 phosphorylation achieved.


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Cavendish was put to fore by his team and set about chasing the day's breakaway, finishing strongly with a powerful sprint to take top honours on stage six in Frederiksberg.
The 27-year-old, back from an extended break following a disappointing Olympic experience, held off the attentions of Matteo Pelucchi (Europcar) and Andre Griepel at the line.
And after sealing his 12th victory of the season, Cavendish said: "The team controlled the race the whole way. The lads had great faith in me and delivered me to the line perfect.
"I'm really happy to get the win and repay their hard work, especially as I haven't been in the best form recently.
"I won here in 2007 as well as winning the rainbow jersey in Denmark and it's great to come back here and win here again."
The sprint finish allowed Lieuwe Westra (Vacansoleil-DCM) to safely hold on to his overnight lead, the Dutchman clinching the yellow jersey by 19 seconds over nearest rival Ramunas Navardauskas (Garmin-Sharp).
Team Sky also took away the team classification award for their efforts over the Tour.
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Classical Literature: An Introduction
Neil Croally, Roy Hyde
Series: Aspects of Classical Civilization
May 10, 2011 by Routledge
Classical Literature: An Introduction provides a series of essays on all the major authors of Greek and Latin literature, as well as on a number of writers less often read. An introductory chapter provides information on important general topics, such as poetic metres, patronage and symposia.
The literature is put in historical context, and the material is organized chronologically, but also by genre or author, as appropriate; each section or chapter has suggestions for further reading. The book ranges from Homer to the writers of the later Roman Empire, and includes a glossary, a chronology of literary and political events, and useful maps showing the origins of ancient writers. The collection will be essential for students and others who want a structured and informative introduction to the literature of the classical world.
1. Introductions 2. Homer 3. From Homer to Tragedy 4. The Drama of Classical Athens 5. Historical Writing in the Classical Era (and beyond) 6. Rhetorical and Philosophical Writing 7. Alexandria and Beyond 8. Rome: The Early Republic 9. The Late Republic 10. The Augustan Age 11. The Early Empire 12. Greece and Rome Come Together: Later Literature
Neil Croally is Head of Classics at Dulwich College, and has been a Principal Examiner and reviser for Ancient History A-level. Previous publications include Euripidean Polemic: The Trojan Women and the function of tragedy (1994), and 'Tragedy's teaching' in The Blackwell's Companion to Greek Tragedy (ed. Justina Gregory; 2005).
Roy Hyde was Head of Classics at University College School, Hampstead for twenty years, and has served as Chief Examiner for both Greek and Latin at A-level for many years. He has published Latin Unseen Translations (2002).


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(Your service) was designed to help (your audience) who are struggling with ('pain point' that your service addresses). This will help you clarify who you'll benefit the most. Hello sleaze-free selling.
Don't follow scripts. Adapt it to what feels right for you. While your inner Dove may never be comfortable pitching to a group of 20… you'll be much happier having lunch with a key decision maker.
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MUSD begins eyeing upgrades
by Andy Geisel
Anova Architects President Charles Downs and Senior Project Architect Michael Rath were on hand last Thursday at a Mammoth Unified School District (MUSD) special Board meeting to discuss a new MUSD facilities master plan.
"Right now we're taking the 20,000 foot-view," Downs explained to an audience of principals, teachers and parents; "but at some point we have to show the carpenter where we want him to pound the nail in."
The 20,000 foot-view includes the 'modernization' of the High School, Middle School and Elementary School. Some factors in the "visioning": the surrounding community, demographics, number of students, number of families, how students are dropped off and picked up, elevation, wind, sun, and snow storage.
Some proposed upgrades to the facilities: For the High School, built in 1974, new administrative offices and an expanded library, a new and reconfigured parking lot, relocated portable classrooms, 2 new corridors, a courtyard and a new fieldhouse.
For the Middle School, built in 2001, 2 new classrooms and an expanded and reconfigured kitchen.
For the Elementary School, built in 1984, 8 new classrooms, a new library and cafeteria, expanded and reconfigured kitchen, and relocated portable classroom for the Husky Club.
Rath added that the new plan also focused on increased security at the entry to all 3 schools, as well as the overall organization of the campuses, facilitating technology, and bringing in as much natural light as possible to the buildings.
The most controversial element of the draft was the fieldhouse, which would sit adjacent to the current football field, and would serve all 3 campuses. Rath described the fieldhouse as a "flexible, almost warehouse space used for soccer, basketball, maybe even baseball in winter, and P.E. during the day."
But MMS School Secretary Becky Davis objected to the plan: "No way should we do something that extravagant at this time," she said. "Not when there are people in this town losing their homes. It's insensitive."
Rath pointed out that "We're looking out 10-15 years on this. The fieldhouse won't get built today, but now is the time to plan."
Community Development Director and parent Mark Wardlaw also stepped up in defense of the fieldhouse: "I think students deserve more than they're getting," he said. "Not all students are 4.0 scholars. Right now students who want to play tennis or soccer, forget about it. This is an opportunity; this is practical and meaningful to our children and to the community." Others who argued in favor of the fieldhouse pointed out that the school could partner with the community, allowing Mammoth residents to access the field house facilities when not in use by the school.
In the end, talk came down to funding. "Is California funding really available?" asked one attendee. "It's probably about drained," admitted Downs. "But there is student grant money, and modernization money. All of that will be stirred in with what the community is realistically able to do, and that's what we'll serve up."
What's the ballpark figure for the renovations and modernizations within MUSD? Said Downs, "We're looking at somewhere around $35 million."
The fieldhouse part would cost "between $5 and 10 million," said Rath, "depending on the size."
The next step is getting specific, said Downs. "The participation and collaboration isn't going to stop," he said. "It's only going to get more intense as we move forward." MHS Principal Gabe Solario had expressed disappointment that the Anova team got only a "little bit" of input from 5 or 6 out of 25 school staff at an earlier meeting. "But excitement and participation will grow as the project grows," said Downs.
MUSD Superintendent Rich Boccia is strongly behind the plan. "I'm pretty comfortable with the progress at this time," he said.
— Andy Geisel
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Thanks for being so thorough & keeping the inspection real for my clients. They have been well informed of your concerns with the property, but able to see their options for dealing with any issues.
Very sociably friendly and fairly knowledgeable.
An extremely thorough inspection. I appreciate the photos as they are an added bonus to help me remember specific items that were pointed out. I learned a lot as everything was clearly explained and suggestions were given. Thank you, Jamie!
We felt Jamie was knowledgeable, friendly, and very thorough. Jamie always took the time to make sure we understood what he saw and what his concerns were. His report was very detailed and matched all the information mentioned in the walkthrough.
Jamie is an excellent home inspector. He is calm, thorough and knowledgeable. His demeanor gives confidence to his clients, that they are in good hands assessing the integrity and value of the functional components of the home they are hoping to purchase. The knowledge and ideas he provides, especially to first time home buyers is excellent!
Jamie was very pleasant to deal with and extremely thorough. He explained everything that he found and areas of concern in layman's terms. I would definitely recommend him.
Very thorough job and very down-to-earth explanations and recommendations provided as we were walked through all aspects of the inspection.
Since this is our first home, we had no idea what to expect when it came to reading the inspection. We were thoroughly impressed with how informative and detailed Jamie's report was. My father is a licensed electrician so we shared the electrical portion with him for feedback. He also could not say enough about Jamie's knowledge and appreciated the detailed outline and pictures. Now we can use the report to prioritize our repairs over the next few years and have our new home in top shape in no time. Many thanks, Jamie!
Very thurough and explained the process well.
Excellent, knowledgeable, and personable. Learned a ton on his tour and inspection of the home. Highly recommend Jamie for any inspection.


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Warnings for icy conditions across most of Sweden
Anti-Israelism and Antisemitism in Norway
Finland has the most efficient education system in the world
lades of Glory: Denmark to repower Middelgrunden offshore windfarm
Norwegian cruise ship docks, 19 people treated for flu-like symptoms
Sweden turning into Europe's wind power hot spot
Denmark says Greenland is a national security concern
Pollution in Reykjavík
Spain, Poland and Sweden lie in wait should Ireland qualify for Euro 2020
The European Parliament declares climate emergency
Is home ownership in Finland slipping out of reach?
New Map Improves Tourist Safety
Wildlife & Endangered Species
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Weapons of mass control, tactics of mass resistance
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Lecture by Dr. Reed on "The New Woman"
Brief item in Dickinsonian under YMCA Notes about Dr. Reed's lecture on "The New Woman" being successful.
All terms: 1890-1899, Dickinsonian, Reed, George , Young Men's Christian Association
Olive C. Taylor's Senior Oration "The Prostestant Sisterhood," 1900
In her senior oration "The Protestant Sisterhood," Olive Taylor discussed the centrality of women in religious communities throughout history. She argues that women's activity as reformers and missionaries within the church in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries was unprecedented. For the first time, she asserted, protestant women were leaving the private sphere and working independently within the public sphere. However, Olive argued, women were still being the motherly figures they were born to be.
All terms: 1900-1909, Career services, Oration, Religion and spirituality, Taylor, Olive C., Women's rights movement, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
"What I Do in a College Year" in Dean Meredith's Report "Women at Dickinson College"
In this portion of her essay, Dean Meredith described her position. In the section, she listed her daily activities, holiday activities, long holiday activities, and her unclassified jobs. She explained that she does not have enough time in the day to complete everything.
All terms: 1930-1939, Dean of Women, Meredith, Josephine B., Metzger Hall, Women at Dickinson College report, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
"Coeducational Organizations" in Dean Meredith's Report "Women at Dickinson College"
In her report "Women at Dickinson College," Josephine B. Meredith discussed coed organization at Dickinson College. She explained that there were seven such organization. They included:
All terms: 1930-1939, All-College Social Committee, Class Organization, Dances, Dickinson-in-China, Dramatic Club, Handbook, Meredith, Josephine B., Oratorical contest, Women at Dickinson College report, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
"The Y.W.C.A. and Religous Life" in " Women at Dickinson College" - by Josephine Brunyate Meredith
In her essay, "Women at Dickinson College," Josephine Brunyate Meredith took an in depth look at female students' role in religious life. She first looked at the Y.W.C.A., citing them as "somewhat of a problem" because they did not "reach many girls in a vital way...and lack definite objectives." However, the joint Y.W.C.A. and Y.M.C.A. meetings were well executed and well attended. She also discussed the organization of student called the "Freshman Commission." The organization held a weekly service on Sunday evenings in Metzger Hall.
All terms: 1930-1939, Dating, Freshman Commission, Meredith, Josephine B., Metzger Hall, Religion and spirituality, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
Dean Josephine B. Meredith's Report "Women at Dickinson College", circa 1935
During her time as the Dean of Women at Dickinson College, Dean Josephine Meredith wrote a report entitled "Women at Dickinson College." Dean Meredith, an early female graduate of Dickinson College (class of 1901), utilized both her experiences as a female student and the Dean of Women to compile a report on the conditions for and experiences of female students. Thus, in 18 sections, she highlights living conditions, extracurricular life, social life, religious life, and academic life at the College.
All terms: 1930-1939, Dances, Dating, Denny Hall, Dining hall, Female Faculty, Meredith, Josephine B., Metzger Hall, Social codes/rules, Women at Dickinson College report, Women's Student Government Association, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
"Topics of the Y.W.C.A. of Dickinson College Winter and Spring Terms"
In a pamphlet entitled "Topics of the Y.W.C.A. of Dickinson College Winter and Spring Terms," Dickinson's Y.W.C.A. outlines there events for the year. Such events include discussions on aid to women in other countries, health, "Mormonism as a Menace" and "What a College Girl Owes to Her Home Church." They also scheduled joint meeting with Dickinson College's Y.M.C.A.
All terms: 1910-1919, Philanthropy, Religion and spirituality, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
Women's Student Government Association of Dickinson College
Under the Women's Student Senate, a separate organization from student senate that governed male students, the Women's Student Government Association of Dickinson College sought to "enact and enforce laws in accordance with the agreement between the official administration of Dickinson College and the women students of Dickinson and to transact any business pertaining thereto." This constitution, printed in the student handbook of 1920, included information on membership, meetings, the executive, lesgislative, and judicial departments, dues, amendment rules and by-laws.
All terms: 1920-1929, Albright, Agnes, Bratton, Elizabeth B., Bucke, Elizabeth, Eslinger, Margaret, Handbook, Hering, Mary, Lippi, Nora, Place, Anna, Student governance, Women's Student Government Association, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
Constitution of the Student Self-Government Association
The object of "The Student Government Association of the women of Dickinson College" (as refered to in the student handbook of 1919) was to "enact and enforce laws in accordance with the charter granted to the association by the President and Dean of Dickinson; to transact business pertaining to the whole body of women students in so far as it lies within its power." This association was comprised of officers and an executive board that made all final decisions.
All terms: 1910-1919, Blackburn, Eleanor, Blackburn, Judith, Conklin, Mildred, Handbook, Hering, Mary, Hurlburt, Louise, Place, Anna, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association
Y.W.C.A. Constitution 1918-19
Included in the 1917-18 student handbook, published by the Christian
associations, is the full constitution of the Young Women's Christian
Association. Prior to 1913 only parts of the YWCA constitution were
printed in the student handbook. The constitution included information
on membership, meetings, Bible study, mission study, missionary work,
conventions, student conferences, and its mission statement. Article II
of the constitution states that the object of the organization "shall
be the development of Christian character in its members and the
All terms: 1910-1919, Conklin, Mildred, Handbook, Pengelly, Bess, Religion and spirituality, Young Men's Christian Association, Young Women's Christian Association


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> 5 Things You Need To Know About Amazon Prime Video's New Series 'The Wheel of Time'
5 Things You Need To Know About Amazon Prime Video's New Series 'The Wheel of Time'
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It has been a while that we've been talking about 'The Wheel of Time'. The TV adaptation of the famous high fantasy novels has been long awaited by fans. And it's finally here. I mean almost here. The series is scheduled to release on the 19th of November on Amazon Prime Video and they just dropped a trailer recently. Boy, are we excited.
And if you too are intrigued by the trailer, the beautiful world and its fantastical story, we're here to help you out a bit. Here are 5 things you need to know about 'The Wheel of Time' now that the trailer is out.
1. It's based on a 16-book saga.
Source: Stone Black Fiction
That's right. That's 16 books. This fictional world was created by author Robert Jordan with fellow writer Brandon Sanderson coming in to co-write the last three books after Jordan's untimely death. And these books have done very well too, being hailed as the most popular and best fantasy series since the big daddy, 'The Lord of The Rings'.
2. Rosamund Pike is starring.
Source: Flickr | David Alexander Elder
Rosamund Pike is one of those actresses that we've all praised at some point or the other. She has been knocking it out of the park with her amazing performances like as Amy in 'Gone Girl'. And we can't wait for her to display those acting chops in 'The Wheel of Time'.
3. Lots of amazing influences.
Source: Medium
The original novels had some amazing influences. From Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' to (of course) Tolkien's Lord of The Rings. But that's not all, the book also has a lot of philosophical and mythical influences from Asian and Indian mythology, with characters like Shai'tan and concepts like the cyclical nature of time itself.
4. There are a lot of practical effects.
Ask anyone who loves fantasy or just movies in general and they'll tell you how much they hate bad CGI. But the good news for all of the practical effects fans out there is that the show runner, Rafe Judkins has made sure the series has as many practical effects as it can. The character models look fantastic, the locations are all real and even when there is use of CGI, like for the magic system, it looks awesome.
5. The show is in good hands.
The show is being written by Rafe Judkins, the writer behind 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D'. And better yet, the first two episodes are being directed by Uta Briesewitz from 'Stranger Things' and 'Westworld' fame.
So these are just some of the things you need to know before we dive into 'The Wheel of Time'. The show is set to release on the 19th of November on Amazon Prime Video. And to tide you over until then, check out the newly released trailer!
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Stars pay tribute to the late Chris Farley
Tuesday marked the 21st anniversary of the death of actor Chris Farley, and some of his famous friends pause...
Tuesday marked the 21st anniversary of the death of actor Chris Farley, and some of his famous friends paused to remember him.
The "Saturday Night Live" star died December 18, 1997, from an accidental overdose of cocaine and morphine. He was 33.
On Tuesday, Stephen Colbert tweeted, "Chris Farley and I started at Second City on the same day."
"You knew the minute you saw him on stage he was great. He was sweet and smart and funny," Colbert wrote. "When I heard he had died, 21 years ago today, I fell to the ground. Rest In Peace."
Farley's best friend, David Spade, tweeted a reel of some of the late actor's best moments from one of the pair's most beloved films.
"21 years ago one of the greats died Chris Farley," Spade wrote. "Here's some gag reel stuff of him from Tommyboy."
But it was a musical tribute by one of Farley's other dear friends that moved many fans.
On Twitter, Adam Sandler shared a video of himself performing an homage to Farley from Sandler's "100% Fresh" Netflix special.
"We all miss you bud," Sandler tweeted.
The expletive-filled song references some of Farley's famous "SNL" skits and some personal moments the pair shared.
Adam Sandler's tribute to Chris Farley on 'SNL' made us all emotional
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If you have never been on a cruise before – or even if you have – tackling the question of what to take on a cruise can be the most stressful part of your holiday. The diverse destinations, variations in weather, number of activities, and different dinner dress codes can play havoc with your normal packing routine. But with our guide to packing for a cruise, you'll be strolling onboard secure in the knowledge that everything you need is safely in your suitcase. Remember: buying any of these items while onboard can be expensive, so make a detailed list before you go and double-check that you've packed it all.
As well as all the important and valuable items, your cruise packing list should include a change of clothes plus your toiletries in your carry-on bag. If there's a delay while your suitcases are being delivered to your room, you can have dinner or start an activity straight away without having to wait in for them.
With a limited amount of luggage space and a limitless range of situations to dress for, deciding what clothes to put on your cruise checklist can be a daunting task. Sporting activities, on-shore excursions, poolside sunbathing, and a range of restaurants and events, can all weigh heavy on both the mind and the suitcase. Thankfully, most cruises will have a fairly relaxed attitude to clothing in the daytime – shorts, t-shirts, jeans, sundresses – and you should pack similar clothes to those you'd take on a beach holiday.
While dressing for the daytime is fairly simple, dressing for dinner can be a bit more tricky. Most cruises will have a dress code that can change according to restaurant and date, so check your cruise line for specific requirements. In general, your cruise packing list should include evening clothes you would feel comfortable wearing in a smart restaurant – suit and tie for men; dresses, skirts or trousers for women. Many cruises feature a 'gala' or 'elegant' night that encourages guests to dress up, which may mean tuxedos and evening gowns, but smart casual is usually fine.
The weather out at sea can vary dramatically, so put plenty of clothing you can layer – t-shirts, cardigans, sweatshirts, rain jackets, even fleeces, hats and gloves if you're going to pass through somewhere cold on your journey – on your cruise packing list. Best to look carefully at your ship's itinerary and think about the various climates you will experience.
Unless you're staying in a luxurious suite with plenty of storage and shelf space, it's likely you'll run out of room fairly quickly. So if you want to keep small items such as toiletries, hairbrushes and medication handy, consider adding an over-the-door shoe bag to your cruise packing list. Many people also take extra hangers in case there's not enough, as well as an empty bag to pack souvenirs or any clothes they buy on their trip.
One of the joys of cruising is the amount of time you have to yourself, so make sure you put plenty of books and magazines on your cruise checklist. Your ship is likely to have a number of books to buy or borrow, but their selection may not be to your taste. If you're more high tech and pack your e-reader, tablet or laptop then don't forget the chargers.
With all the food and drink on offer, it's unlikely you'll get through an entire cruise without needing an occasional painkiller or indigestion tablet, so put a small first aid kit on your cruise packing list, which includes a selection of the things you normally keep in your medicine cabinet at home. And if you don't have your sea legs yet, make sure you pack some seasickness tablets too.
Onboard hairdryers can often be the low-power version, so pack your own hairdryer if you want a good blow dry. Small, secure backpacks are great for carrying personal items around port or on the ship. Clothes freshener can revitalise a worn suit or dress without having to dry clean it. Zip-lock bags are good for preventing wet swimwear from soaking other clothes, or for protecting travel documents or electronic items from the elements. Oh, and don't forget to put your mobile in airplane mode to prevent any unwanted roaming charges.
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