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Олексій Євгенович Петров (;  30 квітня 1991, Городня, Чернігівська область, УРСР) — білоруський футболіст українського походження, нападник.

Клубна кар'єра
Футбольну кар'єру розпочав у солігорському «Шахтарі». Спочатку грав за дубль, потім почав потрапляти до основного складу. Першу частину сезону 2012 року провів в оренді у пінській «Хвилі», після чого повернувся у Солігорськ.

У березні 2013 року відправився в оренду до берестейського «Динамо», у серпні переїхав до «Іслочі». У першому матчі за «Іслоч» отримав травму, через що вибув на місяць, згодом повернувся до основи. По закінченню оренди в кінці 2013 року повернувся до «Шахтаря», в сезоні 2014 року грав переважно за дубль салігорського клубу.

З лютого 2015 року тренувався разом з «Городеєю», а в квітні того ж року підписав контракт з вище вказаним клубом. У грудні 2015 року продовжив з клубом контракт на наступний сезон. У сезоні 2016 року зазвичай виходив на футбольне поле на заміну в кінцівці матчу.

Готувався до сезону 2017 року разом з «Городеєю», але в березні контракт розірваний за згодою сторін, а Петров став гравцем «Іслочі». Однак грав за команду лише у п'яти матчах, а в липні 2017 року, після закінчення контракту, залишив «Іслоч».

У серпні 2017 року став гравцем «Ліди». У січні 2018 року залишив команду.

Кар'єра в збірній
Виступав за юнацьку (U-19) та молодіжну збірну Білорусі з футболу.

Статистика виступів

Клубна

Досягнення
  Вища ліга Білорусі
  Срібний призер (2): 2010, 2011
  Бронзовий призер (1): 2014

  Кубок Білорусі
  Володар (1): 2013/14

Примітки

Посилання

 Профіль гравця на сайті soccerpunter.com
 Профіль гравця на сайті worldfootball.net
 Профіль гравця на сайті by.tribuna.com
 Профіль гравця на сайті teams.by
 Профіль гравця на сайті pressball.by
Уродженці Городні
Білоруські футболісти
Футболісти «Шахтаря» (Солігорськ)
Футболісти «Динамо-Берестя»
Футболісти «Іслочі»
Футболісти «Городеї»
Футболісти «Ліди»

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When checking tires, the inside of spare tires should be checked, including the tire pressure .Observing whether there are drum, crack, cut, nail or abnormal tire surface damage. It is possible to cause tire broken if using damaged tires. When driving in the road of many holes, rocks or other obstacles, tire damaged or bad positioning may happen, so driving in this kind of road, the driver should drive slowly and carefully. And checking the tires of any damage after driving through these roads, such as, cut, drum, nail, abnormal wear.
Please check the patter depth of tire timely and change new tire when the old tire damaged to some extent. In this way, the largest tracking force and ground grabbing force could be guaranteed, and avoiding some unpleasant accidents.
① The function of pattern is to keep the water out under the tire and keep the control of the car.
② More pattern, lower the rate of"water flowing circumstance" when driving on wet road.
③ Correct tire pressure and timely care would make sure the longest life span of tire and get the best performance.
④ The ground grabbing force influences the braking distance of your car.
As to the tire performance and life span, the correct air inflation is the key, and also important to the driving experience and security of the car. tire bears the complete weight of the car, they could not work normally when the inflation not sufficient or over .the tire damage could be caused when the inflation not sufficient.
• Checking tire pressure monthly.
① A car tire inflated to 260kpa, would leak 7.5kpa pressure every month.
② Check all tire pressure before a long trip, including spare tire pressure.
③ Please pay attention, that checking should be under the "cold state".
What should you do when having no idea of the correct tire pressure?
① The car passenger booklet.
② The attached label on the door near the driver seat.
③ The goods drawer beside the driver seat.
The pressure data suggested by car manufacturer would be show on the tire. The inflation pressure showed on the side of tire only means the max inflation pressure under the cold condition.
Please buy a tire pressure of high quality and check its accuracy in tire sales store.
To make sure the correct tire pressure, the valve maintenance is very essential. The valve cap is made from rubber, so it would age as time went by. So the valve cap should also be changed when buying new tires. When drives in high speed, the aged broken rubber valve rod would change bend under the Centrifugal force, causing leak.
Valve cap is also a very important component. High quality valve cap could help to keep tire pressure when valve broke due to various reasons. Valve cap could prevent moisture, the moisture getting into tire may froze and compress valve, causing leak. Besides that, valve cap could also prevent the dust particles, avoiding the affection to valve and cause leak.
① Tire shoulder over wear.
② Increase the possibility of collision and drum.
③ Delamination caused by the adhesion force reduced between each component.
④ Tire side damage caused by tire pressure insufficient.
⑤ Tire over beat, causing abnormal wear between tire bead and rim, damaging rim.
⑥ Rolling resistance increasing and oil consumption rise.
① Over wear in the central position of the tire face.
② Increase the danger of broken, even tire explosion when suffering from the outside attack.
③ Increase the danger of tail flick and sliding when controlling performance decline due to the grounding area decrease.
④ The comfortable riding extent decline.
⑤ Long term over pressure driving, easily harmful to the car chassis.
After assembling, the dynamic balance could make compensation to tire and rim weight. When weight of one component is heavier or lighter than other part, the tire would lose balance. This could result in irregular tire wear and car body trembling, increasing pressure from front component and early over wear.
• Why it is important to do balance adjustment?
When weight of one component is bigger or smaller than that of other component, tire would be out of balance.
① Tire surface wear not even.
③ Pressure of front component increase.
④ Early wear of front component.
• When should we adjust tire balance?
② After moving or reduce one balance block.
④ Need make dynamic balance again after repairing or fixing.
Prinx tips: once finding car body trembling or tire surface abnormal wear, please check tire balance and four tires positioning, checking out whether there is mechanical component wear or damage.
Four wheels positioning usually refer to adjust the front and rear sprung parts. The correct four wheels positioning will do good to make sure your car to control normal and help to promote the tire life span and performance.
• Why it is important to do four wheels positioning?
Four wheels positioning would be helpful to guarantee normal control of your car, promoting tire performance, the bad positioning also would result in tire face irregular wear and shorten tire life span.
• When should we check the four wheel positioning?
After daily collision like potholes, or crossing track, even traffic accident or more serious condition, four wheels positioning of your car may be not well. Please check four wheels positioning under several circumstance below.
Collision with other obstacles when driving.
Abnormal wear signs on tire shoulder.
Prinx tips: we suggest that four wheels positioning should be done every 8000-10000 miles driving.
In order to be worn even and get max driving miles, we suggest that the position should be changed after driving about 10000 kilometers or when there is uneven wear or abnormal wear. There is arrow on the side of tire to show the rotation direction, so this factor should be considered when changing position and change according to the rotation direction of arrow.
Damage of side wall could not fix.
If the bead broken or transformed, tire surface transformed, rubber corroded by chemical material or rolling under condition of lacking air.
Driving in high speed, such as collision with hole or other obstacles would result in serious transform between the obstacle and rim edge, which could cause tire body cord break and compressed air inside of tire would rush to the broken cord and form drum. If more serious problem occurs, tire would be easily broke and leak suddenly.
Prinx tips: Please focus when driving, when finding obstacle in the front(such as : holes), make response ahead to avoid collision to obstacle , if could not avoid it, please try to pass by slowly. Please special attention to the tires of lower side wall.
When car get stuck in mud, sand or snowfield, usually we would step on accelerator pedal to drive the car away. But please keep in mind not to let tire idle in high speed, because over high speed could cause centrifugal force high and finally rise the danger of tire broken.
Prinx tips: nobody is allowed to stay near the idling tire in case of the harm caused by sudden broken of tire.
① Tire pattern reach the wear indication. The pattern wear indicate the minimum allowed tire face thickness(among pattern grooves, circle no less than 6, tire side subjected to the picture "△", height is 1.6mm)the wear tire could not drain well, so easy to occur the danger like slip. The explosion would happen frequently.
② Collision with road shoulder, stuck in the hole or cut in nail would harm your tire seriously. The tires that had been judged accurately by professional tire sales could not be fixed.
③ If tire surface transforms or obvious crack occur, please stop using these tires at once. The tires that had been judged accurately by professional tire sales could not be used continuously.


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Desmospray, Desmopressin Nasal Spray
Desmospray, Desmopressin Nasal Spray *
Ferring Ireland Limited
Desmopressin Acetate
Summary of Product Characteristics last updated on medicines.ie:4/6/2015 Print View
1. NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT
2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION
Desmospray contains 10 micrograms of desmopressin acetate per actuation (0.1ml) equivalent to 8.9 micrograms desmopressin.
Excipients:
1 ml Desmospray contains 0.1 mg benzalkonium chloride.
For a full list of excipients, see section 6.1
3. PHARMACEUTICAL FORM
Nasal Spray, Solution.
Clear, colourless solution.
4. CLINICAL PARTICULARS
4.1 Therapeutic indications
Desmospray is indicated for:
The treatment of nocturia associated with multiple sclerosis.
The diagnosis and treatment of vasopressin−sensitive cranial diabetes insipidus.
Establishing renal concentration capacity.
4.2 Posology and method of administration
One dose of the spray provides 0.1 ml which corresponds to 10 μg desmopressin acetate.
Method of administration: see instructions in sections 6.5 and 6.6.
Only use Desmospray in patients where oral formulations are not feasible and always start at the lowest dose (see section 4.4).
Fluid restriction should be observed (see indication specific instructions in section 4.4).
In the event of signs or symptoms of water retention and/or hyponatraemia (headache, nausea/vomiting, weight gain, and, in severe cases, convulsions) treatment should be interrupted until the patient has fully recovered. When restarting treatment strict fluid restriction should be enforced (see section 4.4).
Indication specific
Treatment of Nocturia associated with multiple sclerosis
For multiple sclerosis patients up to 65 years of age with normal renal function suffering from nocturia the dose is one or two sprays intranasally (10 to 20 micrograms) at bedtime. Not more than one dose should be used in any 24 hour period. If a dose of two sprays is required, this should be as one spray into each nostril.
Fluid restriction should be observed, please see section 4.4 Special Warnings and Precautions for Use. In the event of signs of fluid retention/hyponatraemia, treatment should be interrupted.
Treatment of Diabetes Insipidus:
Dosage is individual but clinical experience has shown that the average maintenance dose in adults and children is one or two sprays (10 to 20 micrograms) once or twice daily. If a dose of two sprays is required, this should be as one spray into each nostril.
Diagnosis of Diabetes Insipidus:
The diagnostic dose in adults and children is two sprays (20 micrograms). Failure to elaborate concentrated urine after water deprivation, followed by the ability to do so after the administration of Desmospray confirms the diagnosis of cranial diabetes insipidus. Failure to concentrate after the administration suggests nephrogenic diabetes insipidus.
Fluid restriction should be observed, please see section 4.4 Special Warnings and Precautions for Use.
Renal Function Testing
To establish renal concentration capacity, the following single doses are recommended.
Adults: Two sprays into each nostril (a total of 40 micrograms).
Children: (1−15 years): One spray into each nostril (a total of 20 micrograms).
Infants (to 1 year): One spray (10 micrograms).
Adults and children with normal renal function can be expected to achieve concentrations above 700mOsm/kg in the period of 5−9 hours following administration of Desmospray. It is recommended that the bladder should be emptied at the time of administration. After administration of Desmospray, any urine collected within one hour is discarded. During the next 8 hours two portions of urine are collected for osmolality testing. Fluid restriction should be observed, please see section 4.4 Special Warnings and Precautions for Use.
In normal infants a urine concentration of 600mOsm/kg should be achieved in the 5 hour period following the administration of Desmospray. The fluid intake at the two meals following the administration should be restricted to 50% of the ordinary intake in order to avoid water overload.
Older people:
The initiation of treatment in older patients (over 65 years) is contraindicated in patients being treated for nocturia associated with multiple sclerosis.
Dosage recommendation for older patients suffering from central diabetes insipidus is the same as for other age groups.
Desmospray is contraindicated in case of moderate and severe renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance below 50 ml/min) (see section 4.3)
In vitro human liver microsome metabolism studies of desmopressin have shown that no significant amount is metabolised in the liver by the cytochrome P450 system. Thus human liver metabolism in vivo by the cytochrome P450 system is unlikely to occur. The effect of desmopressin on the pharmacokinetics of other drugs is likely to be minimal due to its lack of inhibition of the cytochrome P450 drug metabolising system (see section 4.5).
Paediatric Population
Desmospray is indicated for use in the paediatric population (see section 4.1) Dose recommendations are outlined in section 4.2.
4.3 Contraindications
Desmospray is contraindicated in cases of:
- Habitual or psychogenic polydipsia (resulting in a urine production exceeding 40 ml/kg/24 hours). Before prescribing Desmospray the diagnoses of psychogenic polydipsia and alcohol abuse should be excluded.
- History of known or suspected cardiac insufficiency and other conditions requiring treatment with diuretic agents
- Known hyponatraemia
- Syndrome of inappropriate ADH secretion (SIADH)
- Moderate and severe renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance below 50ml/min).
- Hypersensitivity to desmopressin, the preservative benzalkonium chloride or any of the excipients.
When used to control nocturia in patients with multiple sclerosis, desmopressin should not be used in patients with hypertension or cardiovascular disease.
Desmopressin should not be prescribed to patients over the age of 65 for the treatment of nocturia associated with multiple sclerosis.
4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use
Special warnings
Use of the product should be under specialist supervision with appropriate facilities available for monitoring and interpretation of responses.
Desmospray should be used with caution in:
• Very young and elderly patients,
• Conditions characterised by fluid and/or electrolyte imbalance,
• Patients at risk for increased intracranial pressure
Desmospray should only be used in patients where orally administered formulations are not feasible.
When Desmospray is prescribed it is recommended
• To start at the lowest dose
• To ensure compliance with fluid restriction instructions
• To increase dose progressively, with caution
• To ensure that in children, administration is under adult supervision in order to control the dose intake.
When used for the treatment of nocturia associated with multiple sclerosis, fluid intake must be limited to a minimum from 1 hour before until 8 hours after administration. Treatment without concomitant reduction of fluid intake may lead to water retention and/or hyponatraemia with or without accompanying warning signs and symptoms (headache, nausea/vomiting, weight gain, and, in severe cases, convulsions).
Care should be taken with patients who have reduced renal function and/or cardiovascular disease or cystic fibrosis.
Patients should be warned to avoid ingesting water while swimming.
When Desmospray is used in the treatment of nocturia associated with multiple sclerosis, periodic assessments should be made of blood pressure and weight to monitor the possibility of fluid overload.
All patients and, when applicable, their guardians should be carefully instructed to adhere to the fluid restrictions.
When used for diagnostic purposes the fluid intake must be limited to a maximum of 0.5 L to quench thirst from 1 hour before until 8 hours after administration. Renal concentration capacity testing in children below the age of 1 year should only be performed in hospital and under careful supervision.
Severe bladder dysfunction and outlet obstruction should be considered before starting treatment with desmopressin.
Precautions to avoid hyponatraemia, including careful attention to fluid restriction and more frequent monitoring of serum sodium, must be taken in case of concomitant treatment with drugs, which are suspected to induce SIADH e.g. tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonine reuptake inhibitors, chlorpromazine, carbamazepine, and some antidiabetics of the sulfonylurea group particularly chlorpropamide, and in case of concomitant treatment with NSAIDs.
Infants, elderly and patients with serum sodium levels in the lower range of normal may have an increased risk of hyponatraemia. Treatment with desmopressin should be interrupted or carefully adjusted during acute intercurrent illness characterised by fluid and/or electrolyte imbalance (such as systemic infections, fever, and gastroenteritis).
Precautions must be taken in patients at risk for increased intracranial pressure.
Desmopressin should be used with caution in patients with conditions characterised by fluid and/or electrolyte imbalance.
There is some evidence from post-marketing data for the occurrence of severe hyponatraemia in association with the nasal spray formulation of desmopressin when it is used in the treatment of central diabetes insipidus.
Due to the presence of benzalkonium chloride this product may cause bronchospasm.
4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
Substances, which are known to induce SIADH, e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonine reuptake inhibitors, chlorpromazine and carbamazepine, as well as some antidiabetics of the sulfonylurea group particularly chlorpropamide, may cause an additive antidiuretic effect leading to an increased risk of fluid retention/hyponatraemia (see section 4.4).
NSAIDs may induce fluid retention/hyponatraemia (see section 4.4).
It is unlikely that desmopressin will interact with drugs affecting hepatic metabolism, since desmopressin has been shown not to undergo significant liver metabolism in in vitro studies with human microsomes. However, formal in vivo interaction studies have not been performed.
4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation
Published data on a limited number of exposed pregnancies in women with diabetes insipidus (n=53) and in women with known bleeding complications (n=216) indicate no adverse effects of desmopressin on pregnancy or on the health of the foetus/newborn child. To date, no other relevant epidemiological data are available. Animal studies do not indicate direct or indirect harmful effects with respect to pregnancy, embryonal/foetal development, parturition or postnatal development.
Caution should be exercised when prescribing to pregnant women.
Animal reproduction studies have shown no clinically relevant effects on parents and offspring. In vitro analysis of human cotyledon models have shown that there is no transplacental transport of desmopressin when administered at therapeutic concentration corresponding to recommended dose.
Breast-feeding:
Results from analyses of milk from nursing mothers receiving high dose desmopressin (300 μg intranasally), indicate that the amounts of desmopressin that may be transferred to the child are considerably less than the amounts required to influence diuresis.
4.7 Effects on ability to drive and use machines
Desmospray has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
4.8 Undesirable effects
Summary of the safety profile
The most serious adverse reaction with desmopressin is hyponatraemia, which may cause headache, nausea, vomiting, decreased serum sodium, weight increase, malaise, abdominal pain, muscle cramps, dizziness, confusion, decreased consciousness and in severe cases convulsions and coma.
The majority of other events are reported as non-serious.
The most commonly reported adverse reactions during treatment were nasal congestion (27%), high body temperature (15%), and rhinitis (12%). Other common adverse reactions were headache (9%), upper respiratory tract infection (9%), gastroenteritis (7%), abdominal pain (5%). Anaphylactic reactions have not been seen in clinical trials but spontaneous reports have been received.
Tabulated summary of adverse reactions:
The below table is based on the frequency of adverse drug reactions reported in clinical trials with nasal desmopressin, conducted in children and adults for treatment of CDI, PNE and RCCT (N=745), combined with the post-marketing experience for all indications. Reactions only seen in post-marketing or in other desmopressin formulations have been added in the 'Not known' frequency column.
MedDRA Organ Class
Very common (≥1/10)
Common (≥1/100 to <1/10)
Uncommon (≥1/1,000 to <1/100)
Dehydration***
Insomnia, Affect lability**, Nightmare**, Nervousness**, Aggression**
Confusional state*
Headache*
Convulsions*, Coma*, Dizziness*, Somnolence
Nasal congestion, Rhinitis
Epistaxis, Upper respiratory tract infection **
Gastroenteritis, Nausea*, Abdominal pain*
Vomiting*
Pruritus, Rash, Urticaria
Muscle spasms*
Fatigue*, Peripheral oedema*, Chest pain, Chills
Body temperature increased**
Weight increased*
* Reported in connection with hyponatraemia
**Reported primarily in children and adolescents
***Reported in the CDI indication
Description of selected adverse reactions:
The most serious adverse reaction with desmopressin is hyponatraemia, and in severe cases its complications, i.e. convulsions and coma. The cause of the potential hyponatraemia is the anticipated antidiuretic effect.
Paediatric population:
The hyponatraemia is reversible and in children it is often seen to occur in relation to changes in daily routines affecting fluid intake and/or perspiration. In children special attention should be paid to the precautions addressed in section 4.4.
Other special populations:
Infants, elderly and patients with serum sodium levels in the lower range of normal may have an increased risk of developing hyponatraemia (see section 4.4).
Reporting of suspected adverse reactions
Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions via HPRA Pharmacovigilance, Earlsfort Terrace, IRL - Dublin 2; Tel: +353 1 6764971; Fax: +353 1 6762517; Website: www.hpra.ie; E-mail: medsafety@hpra.ie
4.9 Overdose
Overdose of Desmospray leads to a prolonged duration of action with an increased risk of water retention and hyponatraemia.
Although the treatment of hyponatraemia should be individualised, the following general recommendations can be given: Interruption of the desmopressin treatment, restriction of fluid intake and symptomatic treatment as necessary.
5. PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties
Pharmacotherapeutic group: Vasopressin and analogues
ATC code: H01B A02
Desmospray contains desmopressin, a structural analogue of the natural pituitary hormone arginine vasopressin. The difference lies in the desaminiation of cysteine and substitution of L-arginine by D-arginine. This results in a considerably longer duration of action and a complete lack of pressor effect in the dosages clinically used.
5.2 Pharmacokinetic properties
The bioavailability is about 3-5%. Maximum plasma concentration is reached after approximately one hour.
The distribution of desmopressin is best described by a two-compartment distribution model with a volume of distribution during the elimination phase of 0.3-0.5 L/kg.
Biotransformation:
The in vivo metabolism of desmopressin has not been studied. In vitro human liver microsome metabolism studies of desmopressin have shown that no significant amount is metabolised in the liver by the cytochrome P450 system, and thus human liver metabolism in vivo by the cytochrome P450 system is unlikely to occur. The effect of desmopressin on the PK of other drugs is likely to be minimal due to its lack of inhibition of the cytochrome P450 drug metabolising system.
Elimination:
The total clearance of desmopressin has been calculated to 7.6 l/hr. The terminal half-life of desmopressin is estimated to 2.8 hours. In healthy subjects the fraction excreted unchanged was 52% (44-60%).
5.3 Preclinical safety data
Non-Clinical data reveal no special hazard for humans based on conventional studies of safety, pharmacology, repeated dose toxicity, genotoxicity and toxicity to reproduction and development. No studies of the carcinogenic potential have been performed.
6. PHARMACEUTICAL PARTICULARS
6.1 List of excipients
Benzalkonium chloride solution
Disodium phosphate dihydrate
6.2 Incompatibilities
6.3 Shelf life
6.4 Special precautions for storage
Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original carton. Store in an upright position.
6.5 Nature and contents of container
The spray pack comprises of a 10 ml amber glass injection vial fitted with a snap−on tamper−proof pre−compression spray pump, to which a 20 mm nasal applicator is attached. The fill volume is 7.1 ml including overage to allow delivery of 60 doses of 0.1 ml.
6.6 Special precautions for disposal and other handling
Before Desmospray is used for the first time, prime the pump by pressing downward 4 times or until an even spray is obtained. If the spray has not been used for a week it will be necessary to prime the pump again by pressing it downwards once or until an even spray is obtained.
The patient should blow his/her nose before using the spray
1. Remove the protection cap.
2. Control that the end of the tube inside the bottle is submerged in the liquid.
3. Re-prime the pump if the spray has not been used within the last week.
4. Once it has been primed, the pump delivers one dose each time pressure is applied.
5. The head must be tipped back slightly while inserting the applicator straight into the nostril.
6. When a higher dose is needed, spray alternatively into each nostril.
7. Replace cap after use and store the bottle in an upright position.
The spray bottle should always be stored in an upright position.
If there is any doubt concerning the correct intake of the dose, the spray should not be re-administered until the next scheduled dose.
In young children, administration should be under strict adult supervision to ensure the correct dosage.
7. MARKETING AUTHORISATION HOLDER
Ferring Ireland Limited,
United Drug House,
Magna Drive,
Magna Business Park,
Citywest Road,
8. MARKETING AUTHORISATION NUMBER(S)
9. DATE OF FIRST AUTHORISATION/RENEWAL OF THE AUTHORISATION
Date of first authorisation: 09 July 1987
Date of latest renewal: 09 July 2007
10. DATE OF REVISION OF THE TEXT

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Family of Eight Seeks Key West Vacation Home
New Jersey couple Lori and Tom love to travel with their large family of 8. They've been all over the world, but the group's favorite destination is Key West, Florida. To get a break from New Jersey's cold winters, they've decided to buy a vacation home everyone can enjoy. Lori loves the history and conch-style architecture of Key West, and wants that reflected in their new place. Tom, who works in Manhattan, loves everything sleek and modern. Disagreeing on style isn't this couple's only problem- Lori is eager for a house she can renovate, while Tom wants something turnkey they can enjoy immediately. Even with a healthy budget of 2.5 million, their real estate broker Maya Thomas has her hands full finding a place they both like.
Newly Engaged Couple Seeks Condo in Chicago
Engaged couple Katie and Greg are currently living in separate tiny apartments in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, so they're ready to get their first place together. She wants a traditional brownstone with a white kitchen and definitely a laundry room. He's hoping to find a mid-century modern style condo with a bit of a 60's swagger. They'll have to make some compromises if they want to find a place that will make them both happy.
Tampa Couple Look for Mediterranean and Colonial Style Homes
Recently engaged, Bri and Eric, are eager to purchase a home together in Tampa before their wedding. He loves the Mediterranean style that's so prevalent in the area, while she hopes to find something more Colonial in style, much like the homes she grew up around in Pennsylvania. With a budget of $300,000 and a vastly different wish list, it's not going to be easy for this couple to find something they can agree on.
Young Couple Debate Country vs. Subdivision Life In Louisiana
Jace, Josh and their son Sawyer have been staying with relatives since they sold their home. Now they're in a hurry to find a Southern Acadian style house near Gonzales, Louisiana, that can accommodate their growing family. But she wants a subdivision home with an luxury, updated kitchen and dual sinks in the master, and he wants a place in the country with lots of acreage, a backyard pond, and no neighbors.
D.I.N.K.Y Couple Seek D.C. Area Home
January and Andre are searching for a home in Arlington, Virginia, that'll suit their D.I.N.K.Y. lifestyle within a $400,000 budget. She wants a high rise condo with all of the amenities. He wants a home that feels like a single family house with a yard. Who will win out?
Former Marine Searches For First Home Near San Diego
Former Marine, Rick, and his wife, Lena, are excited to buy their first home after 20 years of living on bases and in rentals. They're targeting homes in and around Oceanside, an area about 38 miles north of San Diego. Rick has his heart set on a Spanish Style home that's near the beach. Lena, on the other hand, would prefer a home that has a country style in a rural area inland away from other homes. Which one will they choose?
Puget Sound Navy Family Looks for Big House
Seattle area Navy recruiter, Leo, and wife, Jillian, are looking for a large home for their family of 5 kids, and a mother-in-law. He wants to invest in a fixer-upper, but germaphobic Jillian insists on clean and move-in ready. It's all hands on deck for this Puget Sound battle.
Twenty-Two Year Old Seeks Victorian Fixer-Upper in Pittsburgh
With her pink toolbox and sledgehammer in tow, a 22-year-old navigates the Pittsburgh real estate market looking for a classic Victorian fixer-upper four times her age. Will she bite off more than she can chew?
Twenty-Somethings Debate Family Home vs. Short Term in Denver
Brett and Jennifer are looking to buy their first home in the Denver suburb of Westminster. He wants to settle into a huge home for their kids. But as Jenny points out, they don't have any kids. She'd rather they buy something smaller and low maintenance that suits their current lifetyle. Who will win out?
Newlyweds Debate Southwestern Style of Las Cruces, New Mexico
Ever since Kris moved to Las Cruces to be with Trevor, she's grown to love New Mexico. But the Southwestern house style Trevor loves is a no-go for Kris. Now that they're buying their first home together, can these newlyweds negotiate their first big disagreement?
Search for a Fairytale Home in Las Vegas
Mike and his wife Mariksa, both Las Vegas natives, are anxious to trade up from their starter home to a larger place for their growing family. They have a long wish list that includes a large yard and pool with a minimum of 5 bedrooms and 4000 square feet. Most of all, she's looking for a fairytale vibe. Will this house hunt be a dream come true, or total nightmare?
Football Fans Search for Passing Space in Alabama
Auburn University alums, Glenn and Shannon, are devoted to their alma mater's football team. Now, after spending several years in Florida, they're moving back to Alabama to raise their two boys in their old college town. Neither of them can live without a big yard where they can pass the football with their kids. Can they find the outdoor space they require without blowing their $400,000 budget?
Family Seeks Big Home With Room to Adopt in Virginia
T.J. and Monica left Northern Virginia two years ago for a military assignment in Texas. Now that assignment is up, and they want to move their kids back to Loudoun County, Virginia, where Monica grew up. Since they plan to expand their family through adoption, they're looking for a five bedroom home.
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Hello ladies, we are just writing to tell you all about our fabulous photo shoot we had at Crom Castle, Co Fermanagh last Wednesday. Thankfully it was a great day and the sun shone down on us which was beautiful for our pictures.
Queen bee A/W 15 Stock has arrived and what better way to showcase it by letting the professional models do their thing and show off our lovely clothes! A massive thank you to Erica Irivine for being taking these and as we all would agree the pictures speak for themselves ✨👌🏻💕 we had great laughs throughout the day with all the models and hair stylists.
I have attached lots of pictures of the photoshoot for you all to have a look at and enjoy. All stock is available now at both stores.
We are very pleased to announce the news that we have Allure Bridal arriving instore this July!!! beyond excited is the words!!! 😁😁 When the opportunity came up we jumped at the chance! Their dresses are stunning so will fit perfectly in along with our other gorgeous dresses already in store!
Below is some peak peeks at what might be coming in!! We will leave you in suspense for a little longer!
We are also delighted to announce we will be holding an Allure Bridal Trunk Show from 17th – 28th July. During this event which is appointment based, if you choose an Allure wedding Dress you will receive 10% discount of the RRP!
So I hear you ask what is a Trunk Show?! Basically a trunk show is when the brand sends us in all their collection which we have for the week. We obviously haven't room to stock their entire collection therefore the trunk show is a great idea as it lets brides view their entire collection at their ease.
John Charles is well known within the world of wedding dress design and has a very strong reputation for sophistication and elegance. The label has been a highly regarded establishment for over half a century now since 1958. Among the most popular dresses within the John Charles wedding collection is their Mother of the Bride range.
This very chic collection was unveiled in 2013 and received a universal reception of rapturous applause. With nipped in tailored jackets, bold floral prints and lots of lashings of luxury lace, it became the most desired collection around for fashionable mothers everywhere. Mothers of the bride who are looking for an outfit for their offspring's wedding that will be every bit as comfortable as it is timeless and classy should definitely make John Charles their first stop.
Ellis Bridals, the family run wedding dress company from East London, were responsible for designing the John Charles Mother of the Bride collection that has received so much acclaim, perhaps not a surprise given that they also created the much loved bridesmaid collection from Kelsey Rose. The John Charles Mother of the Bride collection has been described by many as being "women's best kept secret" when it comes to formal wear.
Actual wedding dresses for the bride herself are also a John Charles speciality. The wedding dress is almost certainly the most important dress that any woman will ever purchase or wear in her life, and in many cases is something that has been thought and even dreamed of since her childhood. John Charles boasts a large array of beautiful wedding dresses that should be able to suit any and all tastes and budgets, meaning the bride to be will be sure to find a dress with which she can fall in love with.
Of course, if you are already aware of the kind of wedding dress that you would like, be it in a particular style or from a specific designer that you have your heart absolutely set on using, yet are unable to find it yourself; the bridal team at John Charles will be more than capable of assisting you to find exactly what you are looking for.
The team at John Charles has many years of experience in the wedding dress industry and will be only too happy to help you in any way that they possibly can, from offering their expert guidance and advice to doing their best to make sure that every bride's wedding day is every bit the special occasion that they always dreamed of.
To make certain that the bride looks as good as she possibly can on her special day, the team at John Charles will offer friendly, honest advice regarding dress cuts and different styles that are best suited to the shape of her body, or colours that are particularly suitable for her hair and/or skin tone. Demetrios wedding dresses from the Greek designer based in the United Kingdom, are favourites all over the world and offer prestige and reliability as well as the latest in fashion trends.
Weddings – who doesn't love them? Yes, they might come accompanied by millions of butterflies in your stomach but they still form a milestone in your life. As the bride, you are the focus of the big day and your dress is the focal point of the wedding so must get it right.
Consider the number of people who will have an interest in your dress. From your mother, in-laws, your friends, the list is endless. This can be a lot of pressure so it helps to have an idea on how to go about shopping for the quintessential wedding dress.
Time is of essence: If there is one blunder most brides commit, it is leaving this arduous task for the last months. To appreciate how important timing is, just visit a bridal store and ask what goes into preparing a dress. It takes 4-7 months to make a perfect dress and you must keep this in mind. Remember some changes on the dress might be necessary.
Influence of your body type: Never take your body shape for granted. You might want a sheath dress because it is all the rage but if your dresser says a ball gown is better for your pear-shaped body trust him or her. Do not get carried away by fads or you may rue looking at your wedding photos for the rest of your life.
Consider every aspect of your wedding: Do you want a registry wedding or a church wedding? These two alternatives demand different wedding dress types. Consider the theme, colour and location of the wedding as you don't want to turn up in church in a revealing dress to the astonishment of the minister.
Be open-minded: Preparing for a wedding is a daunting affair and choosing the dress forms the crux of this task. You must be willing to compromise on the budget and dress type. For instance, you might be in love with a mermaid dress but if your dress consultant recommends sample sale wedding dresses then you should consider them.
Choosing your wedding dress should not ruin your wedding experience; remember this is your wedding but again be ready to listen to the experts before making a final decision.
Ask any girl what she desires most in life and the perfect wedding dress will probably make the list. This is how much a wedding means to every girl. In order to make it perfect, you need the perfect bridal gown for you. You might have picturesque thoughts of a flowing Cinderella gown, but will your body type allow it?
If your big day is approaching, you have probably scoured many resources looking for exquisite wedding dress designers. From Suzanne Neville and Jim Hjelm to John Charles, there is no shortage of gifted designers out there.
Apple shaped: If you have a thin waist but a full bottom and torso and generally a large frame, this is your body type description. Recommended dress styles include empire and ball gowns.
Hourglass: This describes brides with a well-defined waist, shoulders and hips, which correspond in size. With this shape, you have nothing to fear and you can opt for a mermaid, column or an A-line/ princess dress.
Inverted triangle shape: This shape refers to brides who have broad shoulders and hips, which are slightly narrower than their shoulders. The idea should be to let the shoulders open in an empire, A-line, ball gown or a sheath dress.
Rectangle shape: If your shoulders, hips and waist are similar in size then you have a rectangular shape and there are lots of gown styles to choose from. You can dress to kill in a mermaid dress, sheath or even a ball gown.
Pear shape: This applies to women whose lower part of the body including bottom, thighs, and hips are larger than the upper half part of the body. Empire dresses with a raised waistline sitting below the bust is perfect for pear-shaped women.
With this guide you can find the perfect wedding dress for your big day and once you have chosen your gown then you can start to think about accessorising to give it that extra bit of perfection.
Not just about the brides…it's about the mothers too!
It's the time of year for brides-to-be to go mad buying the latest editions of bridal magazines and buying tickets for the big bridal fayres to see all the exhibitors that will make their day extra special.
I am one of those exhibitors! I love meeting brides and especially at wedding fayres. You get to talk to them, know their needs and tell them all about the store. This time of year is always busy. After Christmas, my Facebook feed is filled with couples who got engaged. Pictures of the bright, sparkly rings pop up and their story of getting engaged is told to the world. It's a really exciting time and speaking from experience I know what this all feels like!
If you said yes at Christmas, congratulations! The fun begins now… your mind will be filled with what to do next, venues, flowers, cars and off course the dress! Depending on when you are getting will time when you start to look for thee dress. But it's never too early to get online and start browsing beautiful gowns online. You will get ideas of what you like and don't like however it's important to keep in mind your shape. This will determine what dress you go for and what will look right on you.
Another tip for you brides to be is to get a Pinterest account. This is a great method of gathering wedding ideas. From table plans to wedding invites, you will definitely get inspiration here.
Once you have decided on a date, make sure to give us a call and make an appointment to try on some of our amazing dresses. Here's to 2014 girls!
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Report: High-Level Meetings, Covert Contacts Between Iran and North Korea Stoke Concerns in U.S.
Officials warn apparent efforts to deepen military ties may extend to weapons of mass destruction
Iran's president, Hassan Rouhani, (R) shakes hands with North Korea's ceremonial head of state, Kim Yong-Nam, on his first official day in office, Aug. 3, 2013 / Getty
Aaron Kliegman • November 28, 2017 2:04 pm
The U.S. government is becoming increasingly concerned about the depth of military cooperation between Iran and North Korea, with officials warning that high-level meetings between Iranian and North Korean contacts indicate efforts to deepen ties that may extend to weapons of mass destruction, according to a new report.
The report from the Washington Institute, an American think tank focused on U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, details the extensive military cooperation between Tehran and Pyongyang and how recent developments have made the issue a top priority for the Trump administration.
"All of these contacts need to be better understood," one senior U.S. official working on the Middle East told the report's author, Jay Solomon, a visiting fellow at the institute and a former Wall Street Journal reporter. "This will be one of our top priorities."
President Donald Trump in September ordered U.S. intelligence agencies to conduct a review of any potential nuclear collaboration between Iran and North Korea.
Officials in the U.S., East Asia, and the Middle East who track the bilateral relationship indicate that Pyongyang and Tehran have "already signaled a commitment to jointly develop their ballistic missile systems and other military/scientific programs," Solomon writes. But a series of high-level meetings and secretive contacts have raised fears that cooperation between the two U.S. adversaries is only growing stronger.
Most notably, Kim Yong-nam, North Korea's No. 2 political leader and head of the country's legislature, visited Tehran in early August for up to 10 days. The official reason for the trip was to attend the inauguration of Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, but the length of his stay "raised alarm bells in Washington and allied capitals."
The visit was about more than Rouhani's inauguration, according to North Korean and Iranian state media. Kim and North Korean Vice Foreign Minister Choe Hui-chol inaugurated their country's new embassy in Tehran and held several bilateral meetings with foreign leaders, many from countries that have purchased North Korean weapons in recent decades—including Cuba, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Iran and North Korea also "presented a united front against Washington during Kim's stay," according to Solomon. After meeting with Speaker of Parliament Ali Larijani on Aug. 4, Kim said, "Iran and North Korea share a mutual enemy [the United States]. We firmly support Iran on its stance that missile development does not need to be authorized by any nation."
Both Iran and North Korea have conducted ballistic missile tests in recent months, flouting United Nations Security Council resolutions and condemnation from the United States.
China and Russia appeared to support Kim's trip, according to Solomon. On his way to Iran, Kim first flew to Vladivostok, a city in eastern Russia, on Air Koryo, the North Korean airline that the U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned in December 2016 for financially aiding the North Korean regime and its ballistic missile program. He then flew to Tehran via Russia's state carrier, Aeroflot, passing through Chinese airspace.
Kim had previously visited Tehran in 2012, when he skipped most of the scheduled events to sign a bilateral scientific cooperation agreement with then-President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. That agreement, according to U.S. intelligence officials, looked similar to the one Pyongyang signed with Syria in 2002.
"Five years later," Solomon notes, "Israeli jets destroyed a building in eastern Syria that the U.S. and U.N. believe was a nearly operational North Korean-built nuclear reactor."
One of the Iranian officials who attended the 2012 meeting with Kim was Atomic Energy Organization chief Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani, who the U.S. and U.N. sanctioned for his alleged role in nuclear weapons development. The U.N. has accused him and Iranian general Mohsen Fakhrizadeh of working closely together on nuclear weapons research.
The Washington Institute report also details a series of covert contacts that U.S. and South Korean intelligence services have tracked, describing a "steady stream of Iranian and North Korean officials visiting each other in a bid to jointly develop their defense systems." U.S. intelligence agencies, for example, have spotted Iranian defense officials in Pyongyang over the past year, the same period in which North Korea has significantly expanded its nuclear and long-range missile capabilities.
"Last year, U.S. authorities reported that missile technicians from one of Iran's most important defense companies, the Shahid Hemmat Industrial Group, had traveled to North Korea to help develop an eighty-ton rocket booster for ballistic missiles," the report adds. "One of the company's top officials, Sayyed Javad Musavi, has allegedly worked in tandem with the Korea Mining Development Trading Corp. (KOMID), which the United States and U.N. have sanctioned for being a central player in procuring equipment for Pyongyang's nuclear and ballistic missile programs."
All of these connections have raised concern in Washington and in allied capitals that Iran and North Korea may share dangerous technologies with each other.
Solomon goes on to describe how North Korea has emerged as a critical partner in Iran's so-called "Axis of Resistance," its alliance of states and non-state actors to challenge U.S. power in the Middle East. Pyongyang has supplied Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime with weapons and, according to current and former U.S. officials, has given arms to the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
The report calls on the U.S. government to closely scrutinize known contacts between Iran and North Korea.
"Going forward, the most pressing question is whether a smoking gun will emerge proving direct nuclear cooperation between Iran and North Korea," Solomon writes. "The U.S. government and the International Atomic Energy Agency say they have yet to see such conclusive evidence. But Iranian opposition groups allege that senior regime officials have visited North Korea to observe some of its six nuclear weapons tests."
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On Wednesday, October 13, 2010, we hosted a book launch celebration for YEAR OF OUR LORD, one of the most surprising and unique books we've seen about the Mississippi Delta. It tells the story of Lucas McCarty, a young man unable to speak and move with ease due to cerebral palsy, who nonetheless sings in the choir of the African-American Trinity House of Prayer Holiness church. The book's author, T.R. Pearson, and photographer, Langdon Clay, signed the book after a stirring performance by the choir, featuring Lucas.


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text: Q: Lyapunov stability check It is stated that for a system $\dot{x}=f(x)$ asymptotic stability is true if there is a Lyapunov function $V(x)$ such that $V(x)$ is positive definite and its time derivative is negative definite. My question is, isn't it possible that $V(x)$ is always decreasing but does not converge to zero but rather to certain asymptote. For example, is it possible that we have 2D parabola, and $V$ is always decreasing along some spiral path but its rate of decrease is also decreasing by time and goes to zero when time goes to infinity. And eventually $V$ goes to some circular path (asymptote).


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US Embassy reiterates opposition to travel by Sudan's President Al Bashir
The US Embassy in Khartoum has reiterated the USA's opposition to international travel by any person subject to outstanding International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants, including Sudan's President Omar Al-Bashir.
The US Embassy in Khartoum has reiterated the USA's opposition to international travel by any person subject to outstanding International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants, including Sudan's President Omar Al Bashir.
The statement today is in response to reports this week that Al Bashir has been invited to an Islamic-American summit that will take place in Saudi Arabia on 20-21 May. The Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) strongly protested the invitation, and called on activists and US leaders to voice their concern as well.
"In response to rumours recently circulating in the media, the US Embassy Khartoum reiterates that the United States has made its position with respect to Sudanese President Omar Al Bashir's travel clear," the statement says.
"We oppose invitations, facilitation, or support for travel by any person subject to outstanding International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants, including President Bashir. Also, there has been no change to Sudan's inclusion on the United States' State Sponsor of Terrorism list (SSTL).
"We have been quite clear with the Government of Sudan on the steps that need to be taken for us to consider delisting, as well as what would be required to make progress in easing economic sanctions."
In an exclusive interview with Radio Dabanga this week, former US special envoy to Sudan and South Sudan Donald Booth expressed his view on the plan he worked on. "The five tracks are the beginning of a process, for the mutual confidence that was needed in order to address these very difficult issues of human rights and good governance."
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More Complete Dolphin Genome Could Improve Assessments
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A new database of bottlenose dolphin DNA and associated proteins could possibly aid in contamination monitoring and environmental health assessments. Credit: NOAA
A new, more exhaustive Atlantic bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) genome, or complete set of the species' genetic material, was completed by NOAA partners at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). Genetic data from T. truncatus blood and skin studies were made available by NOAA's NCCOS for the annotation and assembly processes. The improved technology used to compile the genome reduced the percent of partially-represented protein coding genes from 24% to 4%. The final product is a detailed, searchable index of all the proteins found in the bottlenose dolphin genome.
Better quality dolphin genome data could improve dolphin population assessments, inform on the presence of environmental contaminants and the safety and health of the world's oceanic food web, and even provide researchers with new information about how the human body works (since they are both mammals, and share a number of proteins and similar functions, despite dolphins living in marine environments). Those findings could eventually be used to develop new, more precise treatment methods for common medical problems.
For more information, contact Marion.Beal@noaa.gov.
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The 20th annual Mining Health and Safety Conference will be held in Sudbury from April 17 to 19. The conference features a variety of health and safety keynote speakers, as well as an industry panel discussing mining health and safety culture.
On Wednesday, April 18, conference attendees will visit the Information Exchange Trade Show in the hotel solarium, which features more than 30 vendors, in addition to a large equipment display in the parking lot. The Mobile Research Lab from the Centre for Research in Occupational Safety and Health (CROSH) will be on-site for tours and demonstrations.
For the third year running, Workplace Safety North will offer free video livestream of keynote speakers from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Wednesday, April 18, and from 12:00 to 2:30 pm on Thursday, April 19.
Popular leadership keynote speaker and entrepreneur, Ray is committed to helping create engaged workplaces, develop exceptional leaders, and implement practical strategies to revitalize workplace culture. Ray began her career in Australia in media and advertising, and uses her corporate leadership background to work with leaders and teams in diverse industries including construction, mining, oil and gas, as well as health and safety sectors. Ray is passionate about change, the importance of authentic leadership in the workplace, and positive communication and influence.
Jody Kuzenko is the Director of Business Strategy for the Ontario Operations of Vale's Base Metals business. She is responsible for the development, implementation, measurement, and reporting of Ontario Operation's strategic initiatives and integrated business plans. Kuzenko first joined the former Inco in 2004 as Chief Legal Officer for Ontario operations. Devoting much of her time to regulatory work associated with safety, health and environment, she transitioned to the role of General Manager of Sustainability for Ontario operations in 2008. In 2009, she took over accountability for Sustainability for the entire North Atlantic Region until she transitioned to role of General Manager of Production Services in 2013 and, subsequently, Director of Refining in 2015. Prior to joining Inco, Kuzenko spent eight years in private practice at Desmarais, Keenan, LLP.
Brett Webb is a Culture and Organizational Development Specialist at Workplace Safety North. With 16 years of experience in health and safety, over three continents, Webb has developed and implemented analytical tools, and specializes in using positive psychology strategies to improve organizational, and health and safety culture. With a Master of Science in Workplace Health and Wellbeing, a Bachelor of Business in Human Resource Management, and a post-graduate diploma in Occupational Safety and Health, Webb is also a Chartered Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) in the United Kingdom, a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), and has lectured at the University of Western Ontario in Occupational Health and Safety Management.
Jim Lees is a registered social worker and consultant from Thunder Bay with more than three decades of experience as a professor, counsellor, researcher and manager at Confederation College. Specializing in multigenerational communication, conflict management, suicide prevention, and mental health awareness, Lees was past Chair of the Ontario College of Counsellors (OCC) and awarded the OCC Leadership Award in 2012 and a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. Lees is passionate about mental health, leading the development of a Mental Health and Well-being Strategy at Confederation College – the first of its kind at an Ontario college. He also serves on the Board of the Children's Centre in Thunder Bay, which provides mental health services to children, youth and their families.
Corrie Pitzer is a specialist in behavioural safety and strategic safety management, and is a leading consultant in Australia, North and South America, and South Africa. With advanced Bachelor and Honours degrees in Industrial Psychology, Business, Education, and a Master of Business Administration, Pitzer worked in the resources industry for 10 years as a Group Risk Manager for Billiton in South Africa. In 1994, Pitzer founded SAFEmap and became a leading consultant on safety leadership, culture and risk behaviour.
On Thursday, April 19, technical sessions are held in the morning, and in the afternoon, a safety awards luncheon recognizes achievements in mining health and safety, and keynote speaker Corrie Pitzer wraps up the conference.
Registration for the Mining Health and Safety Conference is now open – early bird pricing available until February 28, 2018. Help make your workplace safer and register today.


As a retired Lutheran pastor, I want to thank you for your recent Editorial on the Jewish High Holy Days, which began this year at sundown on Sept. 24.
It has been my yearly discipline as a Christian to use these sacred days as a time of reflection and repentance for the atrocities down by Christians over the centuries against Jews, all in the name of God — whether it be the Spanish Inquisition, the Crusades, or the active part or fearful silence of too many European Christians during the 20th committing horrific acts repugnant to the God whom we claim to worship.
Likewise, during the recent month of Ramadan, I also use that month to reflect and repent on the horrific acts of violence and murder that Christians through the ages have committed against innocent Moslems (Muslims), also in the name of the God of peace we claim to worship.
Today we read of an upsurge of anti-Semitism and Islamaphobia throughout the world, and yet all three monotheistic religions worship the same God — a God of peace, justice, and mercy.
So your final comment that "there is no better time than the present to put aside our religious, ethnic, and economic differences, forgive those who have sinned against us and pray for peace on our very troubled earth," is very appropriate.
And it is my prayerful wish that when we Christians observe our 40-day Lenten period that begins Feb. 18, 2015, we reflect on how similar our time of fasting and repentance is to both the Jewish High Holy Days and the month of Ramadan.
That kind of reflection, contemplation and conversation can only lead to respect for the other monotheistic religions and a better world for all.
Bryan A. Leone is a retired pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.


All adults who enjoy discussing thought provoking books are welcome to join this self directed group. Not all of those who attend are part of the Church. At present they meet on Wednesday afternoons at 4 pm, but that is subject to change, by a vote of the group. Check the ASC Church calendar.
Books to be read are also chosen by the group, and range as widely as the interests of the group. The leaders are volunteers from within the group. Often there is a presentation by some of the readers at a worship service to share what they have learned.
SEAC invites speakers and presenters of workshops to provide a variety of experiences for both the Church and wider community on topics related to social and environmental justice. They are announced in the newsletter, listed under events, scheduled on the calender and publicized in local media.
This committee provides support in times of challenge for individuals within the church family, but also recognizes the need for educating ourselves on coping with the many challenges of of being human. Films, lectures and workshops are occasionally offered. They are announced in the newsletter, listed under events, scheduled on the calender and publicized in local media.
Come join us even if you have not been before! Each time we meet is different and a little like a "stand alone" time. We encourage all new women newcomers to ASC to gather for simple refreshment and conversation. Bring your questions and share in our search for answers to Life's Great Mysteries. You will find good company, warm hearts, and collective wisdom. Our gathering uses a modified Small Group model of check-in and discussion. Come a few minutes early so you can prepare yourself a cup of tea or coffee. Take a break from your busy life and gather with All Souls women. You deserve it! Check the church calendar for the next meeting. We usually meet the 2nd Saturday of the month at 9:15 to 11:00 or 11:30.
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The Damara tern (Sternula balaenarum) is a species of small tern in the family Laridae which breeds in the southern summer in southern Africa and migrates to tropical African coasts to winter.

Description
At  in length the Damara tern is a small, rather pale tern. In breeding plumage adult has black cap extending from forehead the onto nape and a very pale grey back. In flight, there is a black triangular wing tip which runs from the carpal joint to the tip. In non-breeding plumage the adult shows white on the forehead and crown, with black mask going through the eyes and meeting on the nape. Immature birds are marked with buff bars across the mantle.

Voice
The calls of the Damara tern are a high-pitched, sharp "tsit tsit" and quick, harsh "kid-ick".:

Distribution and habitat
It breeds in western coastal Southern Africa from the Eastern Cape through the Western Cape and Northern Cape into Namibia and Angola; 98% of the population of 14,000 individuals nests in Namibia. Non-breeding birds migrate north reaching Benin, Cameroon, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Gabon, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, and Togo.

The Damara tern generally prefers shorelines in arid, desert regions particularly where there are sheltered bays, estuaries, lagoons and reefs. For breeding it uses gravel plains between dunes and on salt pans.

Habits
The Damara tern eats mainly small fish, with the occasional squid, which are caught in repeated plunge dives from a height of 3-8m. Their migration is timed to coincide with spawning shoals of small fish in the shallow coastal waters of the Gulf of Guinea caused by strong upwellings of the coast of Ghana. These wintering birds roost communally but feed solitarily, spacing themselves at 10-50m from other Damara terns.

Eggs are laid in a plain scrape in the substrate which is sometimes lined with shell chips or small stones. The clutch normally consists of one, occasionally two eggs with an incubation period of 18–22 days.  For the first few days the female broods the chicks and the food is provided by the male then the chicks leave the scrape at a few days old and move towards the shore, they fledge after 20 days forming juvenile flocks. The juveniles are dependent on the adults for two and half months after they fledge.

Taxonomy
This species was previously included in the genus Sterna but with other small terns such as the little tern and the least tern it is now considered to be within the genus Sternula.

References

External links
 Species text in The Atlas of Southern African Birds.

Damara tern
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Big Brother Canada 2 is on Slice tonight at 9PM ET/PT with the latest of what's going on inside that BBCAN house with Thursday's Head of Household Competition conclusion and then Nomination Ceremony to see who is in charge and who is on the block.
Last Thursday's show ended with a completely unnecessary cliffhanger with production's decision to not finish the HoH competition in time for the show. Lucky for us, we didn't have to wait much longer thanks to the Live Feeds revealing those Big Brother Canada spoilers and who won HoH!
Things have been crazy inside the house as real game moves targeting real threats have finally been going on this weekend and it's been great to watch so be sure to stick close for more updates. We've already even seen the Power of Veto competition results come back from last night. It's going to be a wild week.


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Sušice je železniční stanice v severovýchodní části města Sušice v okrese Klatovy v Plzeňském kraji nedaleko řeky Otavy. Leží na jednokolejné neelektrizované trati Horažďovice předměstí – Domažlice. Asi 150 metrů jižně od stanice je umístěno městské autobusové nádraží.

Historie
Stanice byla vybudována státní společností Českomoravská transverzální dráha (BMTB), jež usilovala o dostavbu traťového koridoru propojujícího již existující železnice v ose od západních Čech po Trenčianskou Teplou. Dne 1. října 1888 byl zahájen pravidelný provoz v úseku z Klatov do Horažďovice předměstí, kde se napojila na trať společnosti Dráhy císaře Františka Josefa (KFJB) spojující Vídeň, České Budějovice a Plzeň. Vzhled budovy byl vytvořen dle typizovaného architektonického vzoru shodného pro všechna nádraží v majetku BMTB. V areálu nádraží bylo vystavěno též nákladové nádraží či bytové domy pro drážní zaměstnance.

Českomoravská transverzální dráha byla roku 1918 začleněna do sítě ČSD.

Popis
Nachází se zde dvě nekrytá hranová nástupiště, k příchodu k vlakům slouží přechody přes koleje. Ze stanice je vyvedena asi 1,5 kilometru dlouhá vlečka směrem k centru města, dříve obsluhující mimo jiné průmyslový areál firmy SOLO Sušice vyrábějící zápalky.

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Externí odkazy

 Profil stanice na webu sumava.cz
 Profil stanice na stránkách Českých drah

Železniční stanice v okrese Klatovy
Železniční stanice otevřené v roce 1888
Železniční trať Horažďovice předměstí – Domažlice
Českomoravská transverzální dráha
nádraží


I originally published this article on another blog on 8/30/2011. I hope that you like it here.
I was summoned to jury duty on Monday, 3/28/2011. I've been called several times, but never put on a jury until that day. At first, I resisted serving, but as the first day progressed, I got into it. It was a medical malpractice case, but more importantly it was two lawyers trying to sell the jury their 'version of the facts' as truth.
Now, I grew up watching shows like Perry Mason and the Defenders, maybe because my parents watched them, but when I got to choose, I watched L.A. Law, the Law & Orders, The Practice among others and still watch Harry's Law, The Good Wife and several shows like The Mentalist, Body of Proof and Castle where the plot's about figuring out who did it.
My experience in March was nothing like anything that I ever saw on TV. There were no 'rabbit out of the hat' surprises. There were no emotional confessions. There were no emotional outbursts whatsoever. It was really quite boring and I was disappointed because I don't think that I've ever seen a bored juror on TV.
Although there were several sales lessons, I'd like to focus on two.
First, the lawyers asked questions and asked questions and asked questions. Some of the questions seemed repetitive, but were asked to see if the witness changed their answer. Some questions were asked against the backdrop of prior answers to prior questions. When the lawyers changed topics, they prepared the witness by saying, let's explore… and paused to change papers, etc. Then started another drill down. They seldom said anything unless they were introducing evidence and when they wanted to summarize, they asked, so if I understand what you're saying….. Is that right?
You want to learn how to use questions? Serve on a jury.
As you might expect, the jury was instructed not to discuss the case nor form any opinions until the case was given to us for deliberation and interestingly, that's the way it happened. The second lesson happened in the deliberation room. Both sides called in experts for testimony for their side. All the exhibits and charts were fact filled and well done. However, several members of the jury thought that an expert that got emotionally involved or defensive about their credentials, position, expert fee, etc. was less credible.
I've intentionally left out details and as to whether I was talking about the plaintiff or the defendant because it didn't matter. Both sides spun the facts and evidence to their benefit which, to me, means that the facts didn't determine the verdict. The verdict was determined by how much the jury 'bought' the lawyers' and experts' interpretation of the facts and that the lawyers' and experts' presence affected the jury's view of the facts.
How good are your questions and how good are you at asking them?
How cool and in the moment are you in the heat of a sales call?


Around the time of Blazing Arrow, Blackalicious rapper Gift of Gab was revered, almost mythologized, by backpacking hip-hoppers for his prowess on the mic. Songs like "Chemical Calisthenics" and "Alphabet Aerobics" were mind-blowing exercises in lyricism. One took listeners through a range of scientific principles, from the periodic table to the basics of combustion.
The other was rapped, excellently, by Daniel Radcliffe last night on Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show.
Does he sound as cool as Gab name dropping Don Dada? Nah. But that doesn't change the fact that a guy not known as a rapper by any stretch just totally nailed one of the genre's toughest routines.
Zero in, zen thoughts, overzealous rhyme ZEA-LOTS!….
This reminds us of another rapping actor, not just because of Radcliffe's proficiency on the mic but because his fascination with the genre started with Enimen. Chris Pratt, you might remember, expertly rapped "Forgot About Dre" earlier this year.


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Seidnotes: A Triple Short of Driving Me Insane
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Vernon Wells has had a nice rebound season after struggling mightily last year. In 629 plate appearances, the Blue Jays' center fielder is hitting .273/.331/.518, with 31 home runs and 42 doubles. Heck, his defense has been less maligned this season even if the various metrics still consider his work to be below average. But this past Monday, Wells came close to achieving something rare: making me incredibly angry. It wasn't technically his fault, but if not for his efforts I wouldn't have wanted to tear my hair out.
After hitting a single and home run off of A.J. Burnett, Wells doubled off of David Robertson and found himself one hit away from the cycle. Only, the remaining hit was the hardest one to get, and announcers inevitably started claiming that Wells was "a triple short of the cycle." If I thought spitting my breakfast at the television would have done anything, I would have done so, but instead I sat back on the couch, sulked, and continued watching highlights, hoping that I had just dreamt the entire thing.
This phrase comes up seemingly every month when someone has a great game but does not hit a triple, as if getting that three-bagger is incredibly easy. There is no such thing as being a triple short of the cycle, when that missing component is the toughest to get. I mean, technically, yes, a player can be a triple short of the cycle, but without a triple there is no cycle and triples are the toughest hit to come by. That would be akin to saying that a pitcher fell the eighth and ninth inning short of a complete game shutout, or that a batter fell a home run short of a multi-homer game after blasting a dinger. Wells didn't fall short of anything—he just didn't do something that is relatively rare.
If a player hits a single, double, and triple in his first three at-bats, one could reason that he would swing for the fences his next trip to the plate, but you can't exactly plan for a triple. Baseball players are freaks of nature, but nobody goes up to bat with Professor Frink calculating the exact swing trajectory and force needed to have the ball hit the wall then ricochet away from the defender in order to preserve the triple. Seeing a triple, period, is a feat of its own, let alone one sandwiched between the other hits.
On a per-plate appearance basis, here are the percentages of each type of hit:
Single: 16.10 percent
Double: 4.12 percent
Triple: 0.57 percent
Home Run: 2.33 percent
Triples are rare, and a player should not be expected to magically hit one just because he has a single, double, and home run. This is before even reconciling the fact that four-hit games are also incredibly rare. From an etymological standpoint, saying that something falls short of a goal implies that the goal was realistically within reach and readily attainable, but the interested party just couldn't close the deal. As I've established, this isn't a reasonable assumption at all, which is why the "triple short of the cycle" phrase drives me batty. How common are these "triple-short" games?
Since 1974, I count 7,386 instances when a batter had at least one single, double, and home run, without hitting a triple. Garrett Jones actually did this on Tuesday. Here are players with the top 10 totals:
Ken Griffey, Jr
Cal Ripken, Jr
Moises Alou
Including the players tabled above, exactly 50 hitters have had 20 or more of these games over the last 36 seasons. Another 166 players had between 10 and 19 such games. Case in point, going triple-less while loading up on the other hits is rare from an overall standpoint, but nowhere near as common as actual cycles. In fact, in the same span of time, actual cycles have occurred only 119 times–and how likely do you think it is that the vast majority of those failed cycle attempts were due to not tripling?
Luckily, we can find out! Since 1974, there have been 206 games in which a player failed to single but recorded at least a double, triple and home run. There have been 739 games in which a player failed to double while singling, tripling, and homering. Running through the same exercise but searching for homerless games with singles, doubles, and triples abound, 1,821 games surface. Putting these numbers together, there have been 10,271 chances for a player to hit a cycle since 1974—and I'm defining these players as either having achieved the cycle or missing out by one of the hits—and 71.9 percent of the "attempts" fell flat due to a missing triple.
Even if we think that it is rare from a relative standpoint for a player to hit a single, double, and homer in the same game, it is undeniable that the main cause of failed cycles is a lack of triples. A player doesn't fall a triple short of the cycle when the triple should honestly be expected to confound these attempts. But maybe my frustration with the situation stems from the cycle itself. If you really think about it, the cycle is a very trivial feat. If a player hits two doubles, a triple and a homer, he doesn't go in the record books as hitting for the cycle, even though he a) produced a better game, and b) would have had to intentionally worsen his game to get the cycle. The same is true for games with a double, two triples and a homer, or a double, a triple and two homers. Do these games occur, though, or are they just hypotheticals in my mind?
I'm glad you asked, Eric, and here are the results. There have been 12 players who have hit two or more doubles, with at least one triple and one home run since 1974:
Johnny Grubb
Lou Whitaker
Bob Horner
Kevin Bass
Chris Sabo
Kevin Mitchell
Mike Blowers
Melvin Nieves
Mark Teixeira
There have also been two different instances of a player recording at least one single and homer, with two or more triples, without any doubles present:
Dmitri Young
Conor Jackson
Wait, what!? Dmitri Young had a game where he didn't double, but managed to hit two triples. And this was a major league game? Lastly, there have been eight games where the batter didn't single, but hit at least one double and triple, and hit two or more dingers:
Raul Ibanez
Roger Cedeno
Chris Richard
Carl Everett
Rich Becker
Larry Walker
I hereby decree these players to be honorary cycle-achievers based on Seidman Statute 4(b)2.1 that clearly states: "Any player that surpasses the cycle by achieving hits with greater total base values than those that were missed is to be attributed as having achieved the feat. Just as newer video game systems can play games from older consoles, triples are technically doubles plus something extra, just as doubles are technically singles plus something extra." This is irrefutable evidence from a completely valid and legitimate rulebook, so my hands are tied here for anyone that disagrees.
Bottom line is that "triple short of the cycle" should be retired. Cycles are rare, but if the player is missing a triple, he just isn't likely to get the cycle. In such instances, the player should not be considered to be on the doorstep of a rare achievement. Just celebrate his game and don't detract from it because he might not record something trivial.
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kmbart
Whoa, Eric, back on the meds. The phrase "a triple short of the cycle" is one of the cliches that actually IS correct. Four hits are needed, three have been obtained, one remains; that's the essence of the situation. Nowhere in your article do you complain about the announcers opining that the triple "is easy" or "a lock", so I see this as a tremendous over-reaction to a perfectly reasonable statement. Of course, I saw David Bell's cycle in person, so it's pretty hard to overwhelm me with cycle-related minutiae; I would be interest to find out how many times the triple was accomplished as the *final* hit in the cycle, though.
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EJSeidman
David Bell's cycle nearly made my head explode. I couldn't believe it was happening. Even after I saw him on third base I couldn't believe he tripled.
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joelefkowitz
I vehemently disagree with the very premise of this article: But this past Monday, Wells came close to achieving something rare: making me incredibly angry Shenanigans!
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I vehemently disagree with your face.
mingaaws
looks like dmitri didn't double that game - two homers, two triples and a single. http://www.retrosheet.org/boxesetc/2003/B05060BAL2003.htm
Reply to mingaaws
Yeah, I phrased it wrong. Jackson and Young had two triples, a homer, and a single, but no double.
Additionally, the players in the final table were inputted wrong -- they are actually from the first table. The 8 players for the last table are being fixed momentarily.
BERSMR
Kind of a related issue. When Bengie Molina came up earlier this year "a triple short of the cycle" and got it, despite only having tripled on 5 prior occasions in five thousand prior at bats, was that the least likely conversion of a "triple short of a cycle" ever to have occurred?
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Okay, table fixed. Apologies for that.
DavidHNix
No surprise that Alex Rodriguez failed to get a triple to complete the cycle the most times. More proof that he just can't produce in the clutch, right?
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This is certainly further proof of that.
newsense
I think Keith Woolner wrote an article a few years back on what he called "Super-Cycles", games with 4 hits totaling more than 10 total bases. A useful term, I think.
Reply to newsense
I want to see someone have a 4 homer game with 10 rbis, off of a grand slam, 3 run shot, 2 run shot, and a solo home run. No one has ever done this according to my cursory glance, though Mark Whiten came close. Replacing the solo shot with a second 2 run shot.
I believe that would be called a super-cycle.
irussma
Right, right, the home run cycle. According to Wikipedia, it's been done once in the history of professional baseball, in a Double-A game, by someone named Tyrone Horne. It's also been done a few times in college.
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klipzlskim
My favorite cycle ever: looking up at the jumbotron during Miguel Tejada's 5th AB (back in his Oakland days) to see: 1st: Groundout to 1B 3rd: Groundout to 2B 5th: Groundout to SS 7th: Groundout to 3B I'm not sure about the innings, but they were in order. Now that's something to strive for.
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hhbliss
I'm not sure if it was the same game, but I remember watching Tejada pull one of those (we had a more vulgar name for it). I'd have to check the box scores, but I think it was the same week he shoved all his bats into the stands in disgust.
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JimmyJack
Funny how Bagwell and Thomas show up together again. I'm convinced they were twins separated at birth!
Reply to JimmyJack
Klipzlskim, I believe you have just given me an idea for a future Seidnotes.
BrewersTT
I hear the phrase "a triple short of the cycle" as an entirely positive figure of speech, not as indicating a failure to do anything. Thus I can't get worked up about it as I might if I dissected it literally word by word. But I have my own pet irritations like this, so I can relate. Love Klipzlskim's story about Tejada spraying the ball around to all fields (except the outfield).
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makewayhomer
what a weird article. this is an instance where the announcers are completely correct, even brain dead MSM types recognize that a triple is rare, hard to achieve, and can't really be planned for.
Reply to makewayhomer
Oh come on, it doesn't REALLY make me angry. Half this article is facetious.
FLeghorn
What of the most enjoyable moments of the season for me was, in a Rox game, when CarGo came up in the bottom of the ninth in a tie game, and just as the announcers brought up that he was only shy a homerun for the cycle, he promptly walloped the first pitch about 500 feet for the cycle and the win. I understand the premise of the article, but these guys need to follow a narrative like anybody else.
Reply to FLeghorn
The opening 'What' in my dumb comment above should, of course, be 'One'...
WaldoInSC
Fun piece, and as long as we're admitting semantic pet peeves, Eric, people are "who," not "that."
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BurrRutledge
Hey, the announcers made the obligatory announcement that Philips was a triple shy of the cycle in tonight's playoff game. Made me think of this article, naturally. He popped out.
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