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New Zealand on Sunday marked 100 days since it stamped out the spread of the coronavirus, a rare bright spot in a world that continues to be ravaged by the disease.
Life has returned to normal for many people in the South Pacific nation of 5 million, as they attend rugby games at packed stadiums and sit down in bars and restaurants without the fear of getting infected. But some worry the country may be getting complacent and not preparing well enough for any future outbreaks.
New Zealand got rid of the virus by imposing a strict lockdown in late March when only about 100 people had tested positive for the disease. That stopped its spread. For the past three months, the only new cases have been a handful of returning travelers who have been quarantined at the border.
"It was good science and great political leadership that made the difference," said Professor Michael Baker, an epidemiologist at the University of Otago. "If you look around the globe at countries that have done well, it's usually that combination."
From early on, New Zealand pursued a bold strategy of eliminating the virus rather than just suppressing its spread. Baker said other countries are increasingly looking to New Zealand for answers.
"The whole Western world has terribly mismanaged this threat, and they're realizing this now," Baker said.
He said many leaders saw a false dichotomy between saving lives or saving their economies, when in fact businesses thrive best when they have certainty about things like diseases.
Indeed, New Zealand's economy has fared better than many predicted. The country has managed to keep its unemployment rate at just 4%, although many economists say the number doesn't account for recent job losses and will likely get significantly worse after a government-funded wage subsidy expires next month.
Prime Minster Jacinda Ardern's leadership has been widely praised. She reassured people during the lockdown with daily briefings and a message that resonated: "Go hard and go early."
Total infections were limited to just over 1,500 and the country has had just 22 deaths. Opinion polls indicate support for Ardern's liberal Labour Party has surged ahead of a general election next month.
Still, New Zealand's international tourism industry has collapsed and the country remains more isolated from the outside world than before. Ardern's government has been reluctant to reopen the border to any other countries, even as other nations cautiously do so.
And the experience of some other countries, including Vietnam and Australia, shows how easily the virus can flare up again even when it looks like it's been brought under control.
Baker said New Zealand remains in a reactionary mode and is not doing enough planning to keep the virus out. He said the country needs to create a national public health agency and better fund scientists studying the spread of the disease.
But Sunday, at least, marked a milestone that many in New Zealand noted with a sense of thankfulness and relief.
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US wins WTO case against China over grain exports
By PAUL WISEMAN, 19/04/2019
WASHINGTON (AP) — The World Trade Organization handed the United States a win Thursday in a trade dispute with China, ruling that Beijing did not fairly administer quotas on U.S. wheat, rice and corn.
The WTO, the Geneva organization that oversees the rules of global trade, found that China had not been transparent, predictable or fair in managing so-called tariff rate quotas on U.S. grain exports. The import tax, or tariff, is higher on U.S. grain shipments that exceed the quota.
The case, started by the Obama administration, is not directly related to a larger U.S.-China trade standoff: President Donald Trump has slapped tariffs on $250 billion in Chinese imports in a dispute over Beijing's aggressive drive to challenge U.S. technological dominance; China has retaliated by targeting $110 billion in U.S. products. The two countries are in talks to settle their differences.
The decision Thursday was the second U.S. victory over China this year in a trade dispute over agriculture. In February, the WTO ruled that China unfairly subsidized its grain producers.
"This second important victory for the United States further demonstrates that President Trump will take all steps necessary to enforce trade rules and to ensure free and fair trade for U.S. farmers," said U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer. "The Administration will continue to press China to promptly come into compliance with its WTO obligations."
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La Liga: Barca Facing Internal Strife While Their Rivals Remain Busy
November 24, 2020 April 11, 2020 by Jordan Samar
It's a good thing that the La Liga rumour mill keeps on running despite the season's suspension due to the coronavirus pandemic. At least that's going to keep us entertained for the meantime.
Prior to the suspension, Barcelona were holding a two-point lead over their rivals in Real Madrid and they look to be the title favourites once more according to our La Liga 2020 picks.
But recent reports suggest that there's trouble brewing once again over at Camp Nou, which might open the door for Los Blancos if they can't fix it anytime soon.
On the other hand, their rivals in Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid look to have been busy since their names keep on popping up in transfer rumours. Could they retool just in time should the season resume?
As we continue to provide coverage for our favourite sports amidst the coronavirus pandemic, allow SBOTOP to give you a quick roundup for today's La Liga 2020 updates.
What's wrong in Camp Nou?
The Catalan giants have been rocked by multiple resignations from their key board members due to an ongoing dispute about the team's direction.
Emili Rousaud, Enrique Tombas, Silvio Elias, Josep Pont, Jordi Calsamiglia, and Maria Teixidor were apparently unhappy with how the club was being run by president Josep Maria Bartomeu.
"We have arrived at this point because we cannot reverse the way the club is managed in the face of important challenges in the future, especially in the post-pandemic era," said in their joint statement.
"We also want to show our displeasure over the unfortunate episode about the social media accounts, known as 'Barcagate', which we learned about through the press."
"As our last act of service to the club, we recommend that elections are called as soon as circumstances permit so that the club can be managed in the best way possible and deal with the important challenges of the immediate future," the statement ended.
Because of the financial losses incurred during the coronavirus pandemic, Bartomeu allegedly imposed a pay cut for all players even though he claimed that they would earn around a billion euros this campaign.
Of course, this leaves the likes of Lionel Messi and the other players unhappy, which led to a fractured relationship with the management.
Barcelona players will take a 70-per cent pay cut along with additional contributions to ensure that the non-sporting staff can still receive full wages.
Personally, I don't think the players have a problem in taking pay cuts as a means to provide relief for others. But perhaps it's how it was communicated that became a problem between the players and the management.
Bartomeu had been in hot water already earlier this term. After a hitting a rough patch in their first few games, the club president eventually replaced Ernesto Valverde to tap the services of Quique Setien.
Atleti looking to add key pieces
So far the Joao Felix experiment hasn't been working for Atletico Madrid this campaign, which is why they are keen on adding some new pieces to fine-tune their club.
Currently standing at sixth at the La Liga table with only 45 points, Atleti have been lacklustre especially since they've had lofty expectations to contend for the title.
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Because of this, you can expect the Diego Simeone-managed squad to be aggressive in the next transfer window. As of this writing, Los Rojiblancos are reportedly interested in adding Hector Bellerin and Alfredo Morelos.
Bellerin will be looking to bounce back after an injury-ridden season for the Gunners. The 25-year-old defender made just eight Premier League appearances and 14 in all competitions.
Meanwhile, Alfredo Morelos has been a key piece for the Rangers because of his striking abilities. He has scored 29 goals in all competitions this term but has struggled to find his form since the winter break.
Real Madrid swinging for the fences
Los Blancos aren't really new to breaking their piggy bank in order to build a formidable squad, and Zinedine Zidane is planning to make a big splash in the transfer window.
With Chelsea expected to sell their star midfielder in N'Golo Kante, expect Real Madrid to be linked in a possible transfer — but they will face a bidding war with PSG.
Should Real Madrid get Kante successfully, there's no doubt that he'll fit in well with the squad. Kante will provide additional quality and stability in terms of playmaking and he can score goals when needed as well.
Zinedine Zidane is hopeful that getting another former Chelsea star would turn out to be a success this time given that Eden Hazard has been hampered with injuries this term.
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The Pennsylvania State Police Vice Unit seized methamphetamine, money and drug related paraphernalia from a Hallstead Borough apartment last week.
A search warrant was executed Friday, Feb. 1, at about 2 p.m., at the Main Street apartment of Bradford Page.
Page, age 40, was arrested on a felony count of manufacture, delivery or possession of a controlled substance with intention to manufacture or deliver. He was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Jeffrey Hollister on Friday. Bail in the matter was set at $50,000 which was posted Monday, Feb. 4, by a professional bondsman. He is scheduled to appear in front of Magisterial District Judge Jodi Cordner in New Milford District Court on Monday, Feb. 11 for a preliminary hearing.
According to a release issued by police, the PSP Vice Unit, South Abington Police Department and Lackawanna County Drug Task Force have been working jointly in a methamphetamine investigation involving sales happening between Lackawanna and Susquehanna counties.
Through the investigation, police determined Page was dealing large amounts of methamphetamine in both areas.
In an interview with police, Page admitted that he had been selling methamphetamine for about one year.
Police seized $1,817 in US Currency bundled into folds, "which is a common way for drug dealers to keep their money," according to the affidavit filed in New Milford District Court. Officers also found a ledger containing initials and dollar amounts totaling $22,965.
A plastic baggie containing methamphetamine was discovered next to the money, as well as on a piece of paper. Seven small baggies of meth packaged for sale, and loose methamphetamine on a plate next to the packaging material was also seized.
In addition to the methamphetamine and money, police seized a baggie containing miscellaneous prescription drugs, marijuana, a cellphone and Ipad, digital scale, and a marijuana grinder and smoking pipe.
The narcotics will be sent to the PSP lab for further testing, weighting and identification, according to the affidavit.
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Bruins' backup goalie job is still up for grabs
By Kevin Paul Dupont Globe Staff,August 18, 2017, 11:24 a.m.
Zane McIntyre went 0-4-1 in the NHL last season but showed flashes.jonathan wiggs/globe staff
In a perfect world, which may not exist when the subject is goaltending, the Bruins figure they would dial back Tuukka Rask's workload by about 20 percent in the upcoming season. He's 30 years old now, underwent surgery to repair a groin injury in May, and has averaged nearly 70 games a season the last three years.
"In theory, if you throw out a number of, say, 25 games," mused general manager Don Sweeney, "if you knew a backup was going to be in there for 25 games, I think we'd be in an awfully good spot."
Recent history, however, shows that reality can be a harsh teacher, particularly in net. With his understudies Niklas Svedberg (2014-15), Jonas Gustavsson (2015-16), and then Anton Khudobin (2016-17), Rask the last three seasons never was able to enjoy the recovery time necessary between starts to keep his game sharp over an entire season.
Now with the start of training camp less than a month away, the question remains: Who will provide Rask's respite?
"I think we feel comfortable," said Sweeney, mulling his options for the spot, which include the likes of Khudobin, Zane McIntyre, and Malcolm Subban. "But is it locked down? No."
The obvious contender is the gregarious Khudobin, 31, who returned here last summer for a two-year deal worth $1.2 million a season. The plan then was for Khudobin to start a game a week, leaving Rask in the range of 55-57 games.
But Khudobin's injuries and inconsistencies, which stretched late into the season, played a large part in Rask working 65 games, all the while fighting the groin injury that afflicted him from the start of the season.
"If it's the Anton that played at the Island and Chicago, I don't think anyone would move on from him," noted Sweeney, reflecting on two of Khudobin's end-of-season wins, when the Bruins needed points to clinch a playoff berth.
Nonetheless, Sweeney went into the summer still in search of what he called "an absolute, definable guy to come in and support Tuukka."
Anton Khudobin is in his second stint with Boston.john tlumacki/globe staff
With the Bruins unable to find that guy, the future looks a lot like the recent past: Coach Bruce Cassidy will have to figure it out with the Khudobin-McIntyre-Subban cards he's been dealt.
Of the three, the 6-foot-2-inch McIntyre, about to enter his third pro season, could be the most intriguing. The former University of North Dakota standout went an impressive 21-6-1 with AHL Providence last season, and then was perhaps the No. 1 reason the team made it through three rounds of the Calder Cup playoffs.
McIntyre, who'll turn 25 Sunday, also slotted into the backup role when Khudobin was injured. He failed to win (0-4-1) during his stint with the varsity, but he played well for long stretches of games, especially vs. the Leafs and Canadiens.
"Toughest league in the world," said McIntyre. "You give a player an inch, he'll take a mile, so that's what I've learned. Hey, you've got to stay the course.
"Obviously you learn and grow from what happened, and the experiences you've been able to be a part of and build on it. At the end of the day, I am only getting better."
Subban, a first-round pick (No. 24) in 2012, watched McIntyre claim the No. 1 job in Providence early last season when a knee injury hurt Subban's performance. The previous season, after stringing together 14 wins, Subban had his season ended months early by a freak injury, a shot in pregame warm-ups fracturing his larynx.
With four pro seasons complete, Subban has but two NHL games to his credit, both of which lasted only 31 minutes.
"Boston's the team that drafted me, and obviously it's the team you want to play for," said Subban, who, like McIntyre, signed a two-year contract extension last month. "When a team uses a first-round pick on you, it's a pretty big deal, in terms of the investment. I feel I kind of owe it to them, and the fans, to show I can do it."
At 23, Malcolm Subban has the potential to be a No. 1 goalie.jim davis/globe staff file
His two NHL outings, a candid Subban noted, ''were terrible," lingering memories that motivate him to show that he can succeed at the next level. He's hoping 2017-18 proves his road to redemption.
"It's tough when you're called into those situations," said Subban. "You feel if you don't have your best game, you're going to get sent down, so you overthink stuff.
"I wouldn't say it was so much nerves, but losing focus in there because I wanted to do so well. I'd be thinking of a million things and not focusing on the game."
John Ferguson Jr., the Providence GM, remains encouraged by what he has seen of Subban's game. The athletic assets are obvious: Subban is bold and lightning-fast in net. But his technical skills and overall net management remain a struggle. Those aspects of his game will be a focal point for Mike Dunham, the club's newly hired goaltending development coach.
"He continues to be such an outstanding physical specimen," said Ferguson. "He has four years of pro and still projects to be a No. 1.
"The timeline . . . whatever it takes. There's just too many examples of goaltenders — Devan Dubnyk, Scott Darling — guys that may not have that immediate or even near-term success. They continue to improve as pros and prove they are ready a little further down the line."
Subban, only 23, is the same age that many NCAA Division 1 goalies are upon finishing college. Most of them would need at least a year or two in the minors before making the jump to the NHL.
"Because of his age, he still has the ability to move up," said Ferguson, "probably as a No. 2 first, and then maybe challenge for a top spot.
"He's not unlike a lot of guys at that position; his numbers are good, but you're still looking for more consistency, and frankly, to stay healthy and do it."
In the three seasons the Bruins have searched for the backup answer, Rask went 102-63-26 for a .602 winning percentage (based on 230 of 382 points). His backups went 25-26-4 (.491). The ideal would be to have someone step in like Chad Johnson in 2013-14, when he went 17-4-3.
Working a more comfortable 58 games that season, Rask finished 36-15-6 (.684) and his save percentage was .930, his highest since claiming the No. 1 job following the departure of Tim Thomas.
Kevin Paul Dupont can be reached at kevin.dupont@globe.com. Follow him on Twitter @GlobeKPD.


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Rachel was crowned the 80th Anniversary Miss Minnesota on June 13th, 2015. The Miss Minnesota Scholarship Program is a non-profit organization that awards scholarships to outstanding young women to help advance them academically and professionally. Rachel has received numerous service and dedication awards including, the Janna-Michelle Sheriff Impact Award, Shelly Bartlett Living and Giving Scholarship, Scipioni Family Passion for your Platform Scholarship, National Sweetheart John Bitner Judges Award, and was a two time recipient of the Miss Minnesota Lifestyle and Fitness Award. She has been awarded nearly $20,000 in scholarships to date.
For over half a decade Rachel has implemented service projects geared towards children. She served as a Free Arts Minnesota mentor, YouthCARE Minnesota mentor, participant in the Brooklyn Park Community Engagement Initiative, and has logged over 10,000 miles traveling and speaking to various Minnesota schools about bullying and the #bluepinky social media campaign. She has appeared numerous times on Fox 9, Channel 12, WDIO, Twin Cities News Talk, AM1280 The Patriot, KDWA AM1460, KBFT Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio, Hastings Community TV, Zandolee Media, and numerous newspaper articles throughout the state. Nationally, she has appeared on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight, and The Miss America Pageant Live on ABC. She is an accomplished ribbon dancer, performing for Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall, Mankato Dancing with the Stars, Minnesota Schools, Local Miss Minnesota Pageants, Miss Greater Des Moines, and the Nett Lake Tribal Elders.
During her year as Miss Minnesota, Rachel served as the state ambassador for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, advocated on behalf of her personal platform: The Heart of Learning: Providing What our Classrooms Need, and was the first art teacher to ever win the title of Miss Minnesota. Using art as a tool for youth to find a voice in society, she engages in conversations about bullying, identity, cultural competency, creativity, community service, and self-confidence. Visit the#BluePinky page for more information about Rachel's school presentations.
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Oklahoma's Brenten Hall jumps into the number-one spot.
By Kaitlin Gustave | July 11, 2018 | 4 minutes read
Brenten Hall, 19, jumped from the number-four spot to number-one in the PRCA Resistol Rookie Header Standings after having a successful Cowboy Christmas run with one-time WNFR qualifier Chase Tryan. Hall has placed in the top ranks at the International Professional Rodeo Association as well as winning the #15 WSTR Finale in 2016 with partner Jake Cooper Clay, splitting $150,000 and prizes.
Hall and Tryan added $15,752 to their season earnings after winning the Big Fork (Montana) Summer ProRodeo with a 5.4-second run, and placing at rodeos like the Cody (Wyoming) Stampede and the Livingston (Montana) PRCA Rodeo over the Fourth run. Hall is also 24th in the heading standings in the run for what could be his first trip to the Thomas & Mack.
Kaitlin Gustave: Who taught you to rope?
Brenten Hall: I'm from Jay, Oklahoma, and my dad is the one who taught me to rope. His name is Bob. He's an IRA guy. He made the IRA Finals 11 times. He's the one that taught me everything.
KG: What horses have you been riding?
BH: I've been riding a bay horse called Time Bomb. Then I have a red and white Paint horse I call Captain. The bay came from Courtney and Zac Small. The Paint horse came from Jake Clay. I've been riding the Paint in Canada where the barrier is pretty short, and I've been riding the bay horse down here in the States. Over the Fourth I rode the bay horse, Time Bomb.
KG: What were your goals when you first started out this season?
BH: To fill my permit. I had heck getting off the permit deal. I was on that for a while and then once we got off that it was for the NFR—that's the goal.
KG: You're in the run for the WNFR, sitting in the top 30. How does that feel?
BH: It just kind of started happening—making some good runs. We were at the right places I guess. They paid pretty well.
KG: How did you get set up with Chase?
BH: I really don't even know. He texted me this winter and asked me if I wanted to go to the winter rodeos. I wasn't even planning on going because I didn't have a partner so when he texted me I knew I needed to go.
KG: Tell me about your Fourth run.
BH: I believe we won about $15,000. We had a really good fourth—the best one that I've ever had.
KG: What are you looking forward to most this year?
BH: Going to the rodeos. I grew up dreaming of these, so it's pretty cool.
KG: What winning rookie would mean to you?
BH: It's always been a goal of mine to win the rookie and to make the NFR in the same year. If we start roping good and maybe it will all work out.
KG: Who helps you the most on the road?
BH: Chase—he does all the entering. He takes care of anything. I don't even do anything. All he tells me to do is spin steers. He does most of the driving, too.
KG: Who do you look up to in the rodeo world?
BH: I like the way Clay Smith ropes. I feel like my style is a lot like his. I think he ropes really good.
KG: Was it a shock going into the PRCA?
BH: It was a big change from what I'm used to. I made the IRA finals a couple years back and that's what I went to. It's a way different deal.
1. Brenten Hall $27,546.02
2. Jeff Flenniken $24,546.30
3. Laramie Allen $16,603.14
4. Cyle Denison $13,793.37
5. Brye Crites $11,441.46
6. Tanner Green $11,320.45
7. Cody Reed $5,848.86
8. Chance Rosencrans $4,908.20
9. Butch Levell $4,481.20
10. Cole Remington $3,509.76
Heelers
1. Ross Ashford $16,603.14
2. James Arnold $15,232.92
3. Hunter Koch $13,659.71
4. Jake Edwards $12,397.70
5. Forrest Fisher $5,937.77
6. J.C. Flake $3,629.14
7. Quade Patzke $3,523.72
8. Corey Barnett $3,119.74
9. Randal Eggemeyer $3,081.99
10. Jason Garcia $2,823.59
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Home Entertainment How to celebrate New Year with friends and family this year?
How to celebrate New Year with friends and family this year?
New Year is just one day away and you all are planning to celebrate it. You all have various plans like the all-night party, going to a beautiful city or having a dinner date. But some of us due to heavy cold are planning to celebrate New Year at home with mother's delicious food and watching movies and original shows on online streaming channels.
Here is the list of top-rated original shows to watch on your favorite channels like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Hulu.
Hulu original shows to watch
Brockmire: Season 3
Season three of comedy series, Brockmire is available on streaming giant Hulu. The popular series focuses on the fall of the major league baseball announcer, who faces embarrassing and very public meltdown live on the air after discovering his beloved wife's serial infidelity.
Hoarders: Season 10
This year don't forget to watch popular series Hoarders complete season 10 on Hulu. The series 60 minute each episode is an interesting look on the inside lives of two different people, whose inability to part with their belongings is so out of control that they are on the verge of a personal crisis.
Project Runway All-Stars: Season 7
Watch complete season 7 of Project Runway All-Stars on online streaming giant Hulu. The Fashion and Beauty web series show new host supermodel Angela Lindvall and the most talented and controversial designers return for a second chance at victory.
Netflix original shows to watch
Spinning Out: Season 1
Samantha Stratton created a new drama web television series "Spinning Out" which is a story of a skating, Olympic Kat Baker (Kaya Scodelario), who back on track with a talented bad-boy partner, after disastrous fallout. She on her way to Olympic faces various problems related to personal and professional life.
Messiah: Season 1
Messiah Season one is full of mysteries and entertainment stuff that make your new year a memorable one. This new Netflix's original series focuses on a man named Mehdi Dehbi, who claims that he is the Messiah and has the power of miracles. A CIA officer, along with Israeli intelligence officer and others try to uncover various mysterious about Messiah and miracles.
The Circle: Season 1
The Circle US is an interesting new Netflix reality series of 2020. In this show contestants without meeting each other face-to-face lived in an individual apartment in a building. During the series, they contact with the specially designed app and rate each other. In the end, the players who get the highest rating win the game and amount of $100,000.
Saint Seiya: Season 4 & 5
The Japanese manga series "Saint Seiya" once again come back with a new adventure, action, and drama on New Year. The remake of the original animated series "Knights of the Zodiac", Saint Seiya is back with new seasons (4 and 5) on Netflix.
Amazon Prime Original Shows to watch
South Park: Season 22
Trey Parker and Matt Stone created animated series "South Park" which is an interesting show on Amazon Prime Video. The four young school-going boys who live in South Park set out for various adventures.
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Off the Field at the Jets-Redskins Game
Interactive Gameday Guide
Welcome to the 2010 New York Jets inaugural season! At this Friday's game, the Jets take on the Redskins. Here are a few details that you should know:
■ For Friday, Aug. 27, ticket forwarding and resell will be turned off at 1 p.m.
■ Parking lots open at 2 p.m.
■ Will Call (located at the West Gate) opens at 3:30 p.m.
■ Stadium gates open at 4:06 p.m.
■ Kickoff is at 7:06 p.m.
SPECIAL PARKING ALERT
Murray Hill Parkway, the independent satellite parking lot located off of Paterson Plank Road and Union Avenue in East Rutherford, N.J., has announced that satellite parking will not be available for the Jets-Redskins game.
As an alternative, single-game parking passes will be available for purchase online at Ticketmaster or by cash only at the toll plazas on gameday for $50 each.
To purchase online at Ticketmaster click here.
USA Football Youth Appreciation Day
The New York Jets, the NFL and USA Football will celebrate Youth Football Appreciation Day at Friday's game. We encourage all kids attending the game to wear your youth football team jersey or your school's jersey. After player warmups, four local Pee Wee teams will take to the field to show off their skills. They will also line up with the Jets and Redskins during the National Anthem.
Get in Your Seats Early
Join us for the pregame excitement and be in the stands as the Jets take the field for their last home preseason game before the regular season kicks off. Sal Nastasi, Babylon, N.Y., native and Ready In 10 *lead singer,* will perform the National Anthem.
Junior Jets Flight Crew Cheerleaders
Be sure to stay in your seats during halftime to watch the first ever Junior Flight Crew Cheerleaders halftime show. This year's squad is made up of 90 girls ages 7-14 and they will perform with the 2010 Jets Flight Crew. They have been practicing their routine and are ready to perform in front of you!
Take the train to the game
Whether you're coming from NYC, New Jersey, Rockland, Westchester or even Connecticut, simply take transit to the Frank R. Lautenberg Station at Secaucus Junction or to Hoboken Terminal. From either location, connect to the Meadowlands Rail Line. The train station is located at the MetLife gate, just steps from the stadium. Click here for further information.
Or continue to take the bus
Another popular option is the NJ Transit Direct Bus Service, which offers the No. 351 direct bus service from the Port Authority Bus Terminal to the Meadowlands Sports Complex for all Jets home football games. Use the GAME DAY pass for this transit option, too (kids-ride-free offer does not apply).
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE NEW PLAZA
Don't forget, if you ever have a question, concern or comment about anything related to your game experience, look for a member of the NEW MEADOWLANDS STADIUM GUEST SERVICES OR NEW YORK JETS CUSTOMER SERVICE, who can either assist you on the spot or help you find someone who can.
Pregame:Leave plenty of time to get to the game and explore the brand new 350,000-square-foot plaza area between the stadium and entry gates, which open at 4:06 p.m.
Bud Light Corner:Enjoy the railgating experience at the Bud Light gate while listening to the band *Ready in 10 *perform from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
MetLife Central:Visit the MetLife Central Corner to sign up for your Countdown Card and meet Randy Beverly, Jets* legend and Super Bowl III champion, who will be signing autographs from 5:45-6:30 p.m. *
Verizon Corner: Connect with other fans and explore the array of Wireless and FiOS products with chances to win great giveaways.
Jets Gear: Get your green on at the new Jets Shop Flagship Store powered by Reebok, adjacent to the West Great Hall.
Tailgaters: Grill out with Weber/Lobels as they make sandwiches to your liking at the corner of Lots I and G and in the Bud Light corner.
On Display: Check out the latest Toyota vehicles on display throughout the plaza area.
Broadcasting: Come listen to 1050 ESPN New York's live pregame radio show with Greg Buttle and Don LaGreca beginning at 6 p.m. at the 1050 ESPN New York stage located between the West Gate and the Verizon Gate.
Generation Jets Fest: Stop by Generation Jets Fest, located this year between the Verizon and MetLife gates.
Gatorade Jr. Training Camp Field: Come to the turf field outside the Jets Shop Flagship Store and participate in football skills drills. Play like a Jet!
Jets Shop: Stop in the Jets Shop Flagship Store powered by Reebok to meet members of the Jets Flight Crew, who will be signing the brand new 2011 Flight Crew Swimsuit Calendar from 5:15-6 p.m.
National Anthem: Sal Nastasi
Halftime Show: Junior Jets Flight Crew Cheerleaders
Bring the noise and welcome back the air raid siren on defense!
Check out the all-new Jets graphics around the stadium and the new Jets wall wrap. Enjoy every play like you're at home by watching the massive videoboards placed in each corner. You'll also get live updates featuring game stats, scoring summaries, drive charts and QB comparisons.
For those in the Clubs and Suites, enjoy some Jets Uncorked, limited-release 2008 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, available for purchase. And for all Jets fans, visit newyorkjets.com/uncorked to uncork your own.


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11 best-looking pro bikes of the 2017 season
There have been some beautiful bikes this year
Henry Robertshaw December 28, 2017 9:00 am
With the 2017 season at an end, we're already looking forward to the new team bikes to be released ahead of next season. However, the unveiling of the new models is probably still a few weeks off, so in the meantime, here's a look back at our favourite top-end machines from the last 12 months.
1. Peter Sagan's S-Works Tarmac Ultralight
The latest edition of the Specialized Tarmac made its first appearance in the professional peloton in 2017, with Peter Sagan rocking up to the the Tour de France on this custom-painted Ultralight model.
Even with the 50mm Roval wheels, the bike came in below the UCI's 6.8kg weight limit, meaning the Bora-Hansgrohe mechanics had to add ballast in order to make it legal for Sagan to ride.
2. Chris Froome's Pinarello Dogma F10
At the 2016 Tour de France, Chris Froome had to ride a special extra light version of the Pinarello Dogma F8 to get him as close as possible to the UCI weight limit, but for 2018 Pinarello were ready to give him a new model: the F10 which saves a vital few grams over the old model.
As you'd expect for a now four-time yellow jersey, Froome has some pretty specific demands for his race machine, including ossymetric chainrings and stripped down Shimano Di2 satellite shifters attach to the back-end of the bars.
3. Tony Martin's Canyon Speedmax CF SLX
There are a few clues in the paintjob as to the identity of the owner of this Canyon Speedmax CF SLX: four-time time trial world champion Tony Martin, who must've been pleased with his new bike when he first laid eyes on it at a pre-season Katusha-Alpecin training camp.
This particular bike includes the single-ring setup that the powerful German has been using for flat time trials, leaving Martin with no choice but to smash away on the 58-tooth (yes, 58-tooth) chainring while perched on a saddle covered with grip tape. Painful.
4. Romain Bardet's Factor O2
Assuming you're not the one cleaning them, then there's something really special about white bikes, and we love the smooth clean lines of the Factor O2 that Ag2r La Mondiale's Romain Bardet was riding at this year's Tour de France.
While it might look like a standard setup at first glance, Bardet is very particular about his bikes, choosing upward-tilted handlebars which he says help his power output, and "take the risk or lose the chance" written along the top tube – a mantra Bardet stuck to when he went off hard and blew up spectacularly in the Tour's final time trial, clinging on to the podium by a single second.
5. Tom Boonen's S-Works Venge VIAS Disc
Another absolute beauty of white bike, Specialized gave Tom Boonen a fleet of white and gold models to pick and choose for his final season, bringing the curtain down on his career at Paris-Roubaix.
This particular Venge VIAS Disc model didn't see much action, but really is a sight to behold with its bold gold graphics, matching tan sidewalls, and the slogan "legends never die" written down the inside of the seat tube.
6. Mark Cavendish's Cervélo S5
It might have got a bit bashed up when Mark Cavendish hit the deck on stage four of the Tour de France in Vittel, but up to that point his specially-painted green and silver Cervélo S5 looked the absolute business.
While matte paintjobs might be in vogue elsewhere in the peloton, the shiny green and silver of Cav's aero bike is a real standout, especially when combined with matching decals on the Enve wheels and an obligatory bit of bling with the gold KMC chain.
7. Alberto Contador's Trek Emonda SLR
It should be no surprise that Trek treated Alberto Contador to a rather special Trek Emonda to ride for his farewell Tour de France this July with a beautifully simplistic white and red colour scheme.
Another bike that struggled to hit the UCI's weight limit (even with the power meter and double-wrapped bar tape), with Trek-Segafredo's mechanics having to add 400g in weights to make the bike race-legal.
8. Fabio Aru's Argon18 Gallium Pro
One of the small bike brands in the pro peloton, Canadian company Argon 18 still provided star rider Fabio Aru with a shiny burgundy Gallium Pro for his assault on the Tour de France.
The 794g frame is complemented by light Corima wheels, which Aru would have been familiar with from his time at Astana, with FSA components across most of the other key areas.
9. Richie Porte's BMC Teammachine SLR01
Another new entry at the Tour de France, the BMC Teammachine SLR01 was launched just three weeks before the race in July, with BMC Racing's star rider Richie Porte given a tiny 49cm model for the race.
Unfortunately it can't have been in great shape after Porte's terrifying crash on the descent of the Mont du Chat, but looked great beforehand, with the latest Shimano Dura-Ace wheels topped with Vittoria's tan sidewall tyres.
10. John Degenkolb's Trek Domane
A former Paris-Roubaix winner, it was only right that John Degenkolb (or as he is referred to on the top tube, "Dege") was given a custom Trek Domane to take on the 2017 Classics season.
This silver and red machine was ridden to a number of top 10s in the spring, and is apparently inspired by the German's love of motorbikes, specifically the classic "cafe racer".
11. Steven Kruiswijk's Bianchi Oltre XR4
No list of beautiful bikes would be complete without a celeste Bianchi, and this Oltre XR4 belonging to Steven Kruijswijk combines the classic colour scheme with the latest aero technologies.
The clash with LottoNL-Jumbo's yellow and black kit might not be great, but that wouldn't stop us hopping aboard this bike with its deep tubes matched with Shimano's deep section Dura-Ace C50 wheels.
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Featured in the App Hall of Fame!
Named Best Retro Reborn Game at the 2009 Best App Ever Awards!
Gamasutra's top iPhone game of 2009!!
Winner of the Gold Award and the No.2 game on Pocket Gamer's Q3 2009 Quality Index!
The more you play, the more the game evolves!!!
Play original stages with your favorite music!!!
That legendary shooter, "Space Invaders" has evolved once again with an unprecedented new system!
The game starts off looking like the classic "Space Invaders". But the more you play, the more the game "evolves". Unlock new stages and new system features for a whole new shooting game experience!
Build your own evolutionary tree!
What's more, you can also play original stages with the music in your iTunes library!
Needless to say, these original stages will evolve as well!
The ultimate game with infinite gameplay!!!
* Please note that on the 3rd generation iPad some text will be displayed in a non-Retina font.
Infinity Gene is both a fantastic retro revival and a exceptional vertical shooter in its own right. This is high praise on any platform, but to achieve such heights on the iPhone is nothing short of remarkable.
"Space Invaders Infinite Gene is an amazing effort by Taito to bring a fresh and modern version of Space Invaders to the iPhone.
The loads of unlockables, varied gameplay and music-generated levels should give this game a long shelf life on your iPhone. If it's not obvious by now, we highly recommend buying this game."
"Infinity Gene allows a new generation of gamers to revel in its gameplay, fulfilling the promise of Space Invaders Infinity Gene's genetic legacy in a very real and wonderfully entertaining way."
"Infinity Gene is a lengthy playthrough with tons of unlockable content, and you'll love every second of it. Even in its most difficult moments, Infinity Gene is a joy to play, and you'll want to keep coming back to earn higher scores and to rise further in the evolutionary ranks, even if it's at the expense of needed sleep."
The 2nd generation iPod touch and 3rd generation iPod touch (8GB, 32GB models) are no longer supported in Ver 4.1.5.


Canine Commandos is a service-learning program within the schools and is celebrating 15 years this year and has done amazing work to help animals find adoption into their forever home and the students who participate in her program. Virginia shares with us her dedication to not only the animals but the children in her program as well. They work with shelters across the county to help train the animals and increase their chances for adoption.


1987-88 Little Miss Headland – Angela Joy Outlaw placed in the Top 15 in the Little Miss National Peanut Festival Pageant. Angela is the daughter of Rodney Outlaw (Ozark) and Brenda Parker (Dothan) and the granddaughter of Rudolph & Louise Outlaw (Echo) and the late Stough & Bobbie Parker (Midland City). She lived in Headland where her mother taught elementary school and her dad worked for Alabama Power until she was in the fourth grade. They then moved to Ashford and then Dothan. She graduated from Houston Academy in 1998 and then went to Auburn University where she graduated with a degree in Building Science.
Angela has been married to Seth House for 15 years and they live in Lafayette, Alabama. They have 5 children, Ella Katherine, Reid, Sybil, Amelia and Miles. She home schools her children and works part-time from home as an estimator and project manager for a concrete contractor.


Volunteers are needed for the following: cleaning, removal of old junk, minor repairs, prep work for painting, painting of the full house. If you would like to volunteer your time, please contact us for exact location as we will not publish this for safety purposes.
Donations are also needed. We understand not everyone can volunteer time, but your generous donations will help cover costs of supplies, remodelling, furnishings, and operating costs of this community project. Visit our GIVE page to donate and specify "RECOVERY HOMES". All donations are tax deductable.


We are a friendly, modern practice in the beautiful, leafy surrounds of Applecross. We are close to the city as well as easily accessible by public transport. We are a five minute walk from Canning Bridge train station, and the bus stops at Canning Highway before Kishorn Road or Kintail Road.
Appointments are for 50 minutes consultation during the hours of 8.30 am-5.45 pm with the earlier appointment at 8:50 am and Last appointment at 4:50 pm. A GP referral (Medicare Mental Health Care Plan) makes you eligible for a Medicare rebate. Appointments with Dr. Barton are available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays only. We are closed on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Please call 9364 3762 if you have any queries.
Appointments are for 50 minute consultation during the hours of 5.00pm-6.45pm with the last appointment at 5:50pm. A GP referral (Medicare Mental Health Care Plan) makes you eligible for a Medicare rebate. Appointments with Brianna is only available on Thursdays and occasionally on other weekdays of the week. Please call 9364 3762 if you have any queries.


You've found our home page, hopefully had a look around and are now thinking of joining us. Before you do there are a few rules that you should be aware of.
I call them rules but generally they are just common sense.
The club is open to everyone over sixteen years old, younger than that and you have to be accompanied by an adult (We are not allowed to be responsible for youngsters).
Games are generally self organised but there is a booking system for the games tables, don't abuse it. You may be keen but other members want to play games as well.
Membership fees are not excessive, but they do need to be paid on time. They are best paid by standing order as this saves you and the treasurer hassle, but if you can't then the money can be collected on the night. In either case this must be before the 20th of the month because that is when the rent is due.
The only event that all members are expected to attend and assist with is the show. Most of the organisation is done by the dedicated few but come the big day it is all hands to the pumps. Don't worry you will get time to look around yourself, but the show comes first.
The clubs scenery is there for use by all members, if you wish to borrow it for an event away from the premises then there is normally no problem, but let a member of the committee know BEFORE you remove it, and please take care of it whilst it is in your possession.


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FGDP appoints new DCP Representative
The Faculty of General Dental Practice UK (FGDP) has appointed Mrs Sarah Hill BSc RDH FHEA as its new Dental Care Professional Representative.
Sarah qualified as a dental hygienist from the University of Bristol, with distinction, in 2012, and also holds a BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Southampton as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Education from the University of Plymouth.
Working as a hygienist in a mixed orthodontic practice in Halesowen, where one of her passions is making sure that her patients are at ease during treatment, she also delivers presentations to dental hygiene and therapy students on behalf of TePe. She has previously been a lecturer in Community-Based Dentistry at Peninsula Dental School - a role which included clinical supervision, assessing practical and written examinations, and working with students on community projects – and a sales representative for GlaxoSmithKline.
Sarah has been an Affiliate Member of FGDP since 2013, and was recently co-opted onto the board of the Faculty's West Midlands division as its DCP representative. An assessor for the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she is also an active member of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy, and was Chair of its South West and South Wales group for three years.
FGDP is the only professional membership body in the UK specifically for general dental practice, and reflects and represents individuals across the whole dental team, welcoming all GDC-registered dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental nurses, dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and orthodontic therapists.
Succeeding the late Janet Goodwin as the Faculty's DCP Representative, Sarah will represent the interests of the wider dental team at meetings of the National Faculty Board, and in the FGDP's work.
Speaking on her appointment, she said:
"I'm absolutely delighted, and look forward to representing the interests of my colleagues on the Board, and helping the Faculty in its mission to raise standards of dental care for patients."
Ian Mills, Dean of FGDP, added:
"Many congratulations to Sarah on her appointment. I am delighted to welcome her as the new DCP Representative on the FGDP(UK) Board and I'm sure she will make a significant contribution in the months and years ahead. This is an extremely important time for the Faculty as we prepare to separate from RCS England and look toward the future as part of the new College of General Dentistry. Dental Care Professionals will be an integral part of the new College and it will be fantastic to have someone of Sarah's experience on the FGDP(UK) Board."


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Junior Service League of LaGrange
Trissa Nerowski, an exceptional education teacher at Whitesville Road Elementary School, was recognized Aug. 24 at a meeting of the League's sustaining members in the Ida Callaway Hudson Lab Sciences Building at LaGrange College. Both Ida Hudson and Mollie Lukken were founding members of Junior Service League who, in the 1970s, led pioneering JSL volunteer programs to provide services for students with learning disabilities.
The scholarship, established in 1984 after Lukken's tragic death in a traffic accident, is presented annually to a local teacher pursuing graduate study in the field of special education.
Nerowski is enrolled in a doctoral program at Northcentral University and is currently writing her dissertation.
"We were impressed by her achievements and outstanding recommendations," said Sue Duttera, chairman of the Mollie Lukken Scholarship Committee. "She is the first recipient we have had who is pursuing a PhD in special education."
Debra Brock, principal of Whitesville Road Elementary, described Nerowski as "responsible, determined and dedicated."
In her recommendation, Brock wrote, "Trissa has a passion for students with exceptional needs. She establishes relationships with students that foster stability, trust and commitment to meeting their needs that prove to be effective and support the learning environment."
Nerowski's research examines teacher attrition, focusing on "investigating strategies to inspire, support and maintain educators in the field of special education." In her scholarship application, she said, "I hope my legacy will be a pool of teachers who are dynamic, energetic, proactive, inspirational and joy-filled for their careers."
Junior Service League has awarded more than $40,000 to local teachers since the scholarship's inception.
The Junior Service League of LaGrange has honored a veteran Troup County educator as the 2017 Mollie Lukken Scholarship recipient. The Junior Service League of LaGrange has honored a veteran Troup County educator as the 2017 Mollie Lukken Scholarship recipient.
Fall & Spring Mini Grants
JSL of LaGrange accepts applications twice a year for community grants. We are looking to help start-up non-profit community groups in Troup County. Max amount awarded per applicant is $2,500, and funds available are based on our yearly fundraising proceeds. Additional information and application are available below.
For more information please contact Allison McClendon at
alli.mcclendon@gmail.com
Tolly Burch Memorial Scholarship
The Tolly McCall Burch Memorial Scholarship has been set up to recognize high school seniors who exhibit the characteristics promoted by the mission of the JSL. This mission, to promote volunteerism and improve communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers, was exemplified by the JSL service of Tolly McCall Burch.
Mollie Lukken Scholarship
Since 1984, the Junior Service League of LaGrange has provided financial assistance to Troup County teachers through its Mollie Lukken Memorial Scholarship. Any teacher pursuing graduate study in a field of special education is eligible to apply for the grant, which honors the memory of Mollie Lukken, a League founder and leader in the field of learning disabilities. If you are or will soon begin pursuing graduate studies in any field of special education, we encourage you to apply. Past recipients are eligible to apply again. The application and explanatory information can be downloaded below.
info@jsloflagrange.com
PO Box 2195, LaGrange, Ga 30241


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Balanced performance gives LSU offense something to build on for Alabama
LSU has been seeking a balanced offense all season.
The run game has varied between good and average. The pass game has varied between bad and average. And the total offense hasn't been good enough for the Tigers to be taken seriously as an SEC contender.
Until Saturday night.
No. 24 LSU had an outstanding run game, a very efficient pass game and its best overall offensive performance of the season in a 40-24 victory at Ole Miss.
Granted, the Rebels have one of the weaker defenses the Tigers have faced and they are nearly 180 degrees different from the one LSU will face next when it visits No. 1 Alabama on Nov. 4. Nonetheless, the performance against Ole Miss suggests the Tigers best offensive days may lie ahead.
LSU ran for a season-high 393 yards as Derrius Guice had by far his biggest game of the season, finishing with 276 yards after not having a 100-yard game since Sept. 9. Darrel Williams had a 100-yard game, finishing with 103 on 22 carries.
The improved run game allowed Danny Etling to have an effective outing even though he was often facing a strong pass rush.
Etling's 200-yard effort was impressive for its efficiency given that he matched his season-low for completions (9) and had his fewest attempts (13).
The offense gained 593 yards, which surpassed its previous high by more than 100 yards (479 in the season opener against BYU).
That yardage yielded 26 first downs, matching the season-high against BYU.
That ability to consistently move the chains enabled the Tigers to possess the ball for 37 minutes and 40 seconds, surpassed only by the 41:54 they held the ball against BYU.
It's no coincidence that so many of these benchmarks came in the BYU game, because that game predated a leg injury that has hampered Guice for much of the season. Against the Rebels, he was the healthiest he has been in a month and the offense was its most productive.
Now LSU has two weeks to prepare for Alabama, and the challenge will be especially steep for the offense.
An open date isn't going to bring about a more experienced offensive line or a a bigger playmaker at quarterback or more consistent wide receivers.
But it does provide an opportunity to build on the most positive performance of the season, an opportunity for coordinator Matt Canada to blend a healthy Guice, an effective Williams and talented receivers into a diverse run game that hasn't yet hit on all cylinders even with Guice's performance against Ole Miss.
If Canada can get the speed sweep working with some combination of Russell Gage Jr., Derrick Dillon, D.J. Chark and Stephen Sullivan to complement Guice and Williams, the Tigers can give Danny Etling and the pass game a fighting chance.
Etling was under heavy pressure much of the game against Ole Miss, as he has been for much of the season. That will only get worse against the Tide if LSU can't have some early success running the football.
This LSU offense has a relatively low ceiling, and Alabama lowers that ceiling for every opponent. But the performance against the Rebels showed that the Tigers can throw the ball with some efficiency when they are running it consistently well.
It remains to be seen how well LSU will be able to run the ball against Alabama, but the offense has to feel better coming off its best rushing game of the season, with a healthy Guice, than it would have otherwise.
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using Lucene.Net.Documents;
using Lucene.Net.Index.Extensions;
using NUnit.Framework;
using System;
using System.Globalization;
using Assert = Lucene.Net.TestFramework.Assert;

namespace Lucene.Net.Index
{

    using CollectionStatistics = Lucene.Net.Search.CollectionStatistics;
    using DefaultSimilarity = Lucene.Net.Search.Similarities.DefaultSimilarity;
    using Directory = Lucene.Net.Store.Directory;
    using Document = Documents.Document;
    using Field = Field;
    using LineFileDocs = Lucene.Net.Util.LineFileDocs;
    using LuceneTestCase = Lucene.Net.Util.LuceneTestCase;
    using MockAnalyzer = Lucene.Net.Analysis.MockAnalyzer;
    using PerFieldSimilarityWrapper = Lucene.Net.Search.Similarities.PerFieldSimilarityWrapper;
    using Similarity = Lucene.Net.Search.Similarities.Similarity;
    using TermStatistics = Lucene.Net.Search.TermStatistics;
    using TestUtil = Lucene.Net.Util.TestUtil;
    using TextField = TextField;

    [SuppressCodecs("Lucene3x")]
    [TestFixture]
    public class TestCustomNorms : LuceneTestCase
    {
        internal readonly string floatTestField = "normsTestFloat";
        internal readonly string exceptionTestField = "normsTestExcp";

        [Test]
        public virtual void TestFloatNorms()
        {
            Directory dir = NewDirectory();
            MockAnalyzer analyzer = new MockAnalyzer(Random);
            analyzer.MaxTokenLength = TestUtil.NextInt32(Random, 1, IndexWriter.MAX_TERM_LENGTH);

            IndexWriterConfig config = NewIndexWriterConfig(TEST_VERSION_CURRENT, analyzer);
            Similarity provider = new MySimProvider(this);
            config.SetSimilarity(provider);
            RandomIndexWriter writer = new RandomIndexWriter(Random, dir, config);
            LineFileDocs docs = new LineFileDocs(Random);
            int num = AtLeast(100);
            for (int i = 0; i < num; i++)
            {
                Document doc = docs.NextDoc();
                float nextFloat = Random.nextFloat();
                // Cast to a double to get more precision output to the string.
                Field f = new TextField(floatTestField, "" + ((double)nextFloat).ToString(CultureInfo.InvariantCulture), Field.Store.YES);
                f.Boost = nextFloat;

                doc.Add(f);
                writer.AddDocument(doc);
                doc.RemoveField(floatTestField);
                if (Rarely())
                {
                    writer.Commit();
                }
            }
            writer.Commit();
            writer.Dispose();
            AtomicReader open = SlowCompositeReaderWrapper.Wrap(DirectoryReader.Open(dir));
            NumericDocValues norms = open.GetNormValues(floatTestField);
            Assert.IsNotNull(norms);
            for (int i = 0; i < open.MaxDoc; i++)
            {
                Document document = open.Document(i);
                float expected = Convert.ToSingle(document.Get(floatTestField), CultureInfo.InvariantCulture);
                Assert.AreEqual(expected, J2N.BitConversion.Int32BitsToSingle((int)norms.Get(i)), 0.0f);
            }
            open.Dispose();
            dir.Dispose();
            docs.Dispose();
        }

        public class MySimProvider : PerFieldSimilarityWrapper
        {
            private readonly TestCustomNorms outerInstance;

            public MySimProvider(TestCustomNorms outerInstance)
            {
                this.outerInstance = outerInstance;
            }

            internal Similarity @delegate = new DefaultSimilarity();

            public override float QueryNorm(float sumOfSquaredWeights)
            {
                return @delegate.QueryNorm(sumOfSquaredWeights);
            }

            public override Similarity Get(string field)
            {
                if (outerInstance.floatTestField.Equals(field, StringComparison.Ordinal))
                {
                    return new FloatEncodingBoostSimilarity();
                }
                else
                {
                    return @delegate;
                }
            }

            public override float Coord(int overlap, int maxOverlap)
            {
                return @delegate.Coord(overlap, maxOverlap);
            }
        }

        public class FloatEncodingBoostSimilarity : Similarity
        {
            public override long ComputeNorm(FieldInvertState state)
            {
                return J2N.BitConversion.SingleToInt32Bits(state.Boost);
            }

            public override SimWeight ComputeWeight(float queryBoost, CollectionStatistics collectionStats, params TermStatistics[] termStats)
            {
                throw new NotSupportedException();
            }

            public override SimScorer GetSimScorer(SimWeight weight, AtomicReaderContext context)
            {
                throw new NotSupportedException();
            }
        }
    }
}

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


Isn't it surprising that the city of art and startling food trends is rapidly becoming the vegan capital of the world? More and more people in Melbourne are embracing vegan diet—with a wave of enthusiasm for the benefits to animals, the environment and people themselves. From celebs turning vegan, to popularity on social media beset with tempting meals from the fit, there is a re-branding of veganism as chic and healthy.
Why do people choose a vegan lifestyle?
The Australians transitioning to vegan diets relinquish animal products for moral reasons, however for some, health and fitness benefits are the primary motives. These reasons not only set a trend for plant-based eating, but also give self-bolstering vegan movement a much-needed push. With an increasing responsiveness for vegan lifestyle on web, more Aussies are quitting animal products and sharing information within their social circles.
As part of a movement that has gained a rapid momentum, vegan restaurants are spreading across the city like wildfire. Australia is said to be the third fastest-growing vegan market in the world, following UAE and China.
It's certainly chic. If you really want to be cool in Melbourne, you've got to be vegan. Almost, 9.8 million Aussie adults claim that they're eating less meat lately. In Melbourne, vegans can find restaurants, clothing and other products that suit their vegan dietary and lifestyle requirements. The Australian city is home to vegan dessert bars, becoming more popular than McDonald's. A change that is amazing considering the legendary love for Macca's in Australia, the love is so profound that they even have their own name for the international chain. Several new vegan restaurants coming up in Melbourne have further proved the trend is a budding movement.
Melbourne is a cosmopolitan metropolis with a very large youth population. Vegan food not only entices vegans but also people who are experimental with food and those who have ethical reasons to quit meat and dairy products. Aussies believe that it's not just about what you eat—it's about choosing empathy over brutality.
I believe in a world devoid of isms. Most conflict we see today, political or religious are characterized by isms that have polarized the masses. Yet, Veganism is the one movement that I believe is good for humans, animals and the planet earth in totality. Veganism is a lifestyle which rules out all sorts of exploitation of animals for food or any other purpose. A vegan is someone who has given over to a veggie-based diet. This might sound dreary but actually it is scrumptious and is also the healthiest diet on earth.
Right from the 'raw food vegans' to 'junk food vegans', there are different versions of veganism to suit the masses. Yet one thing all vegans have in common is a diet excluding animal foods like meat, fish, insects, dairy products, eggs and honey. Vegans also avoid using animal products like leather and wool.
For all non-vegans – you'll stumble on a whole new world of lip-smacking foods opening up to you. A vegan diet includes all varieties of fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, pulses and beans – which can be prepared in umpteen combinations so that you're never bored. Be it a cake, curry, burgers or pizzas, all your relished dishes are apt for a vegan diet, if they're prepared using plant-based ingredients.
Besides, vegans avert mistreating the animals for any purpose, compassion being a major reason many opt for a vegan lifestyle. The idea of being a vegan is worthier for the environment and it has become a matter of wonted wisdom.
Over half of the world's population does not have access to clean water. Livestock is one of the largest polluters of clean water. In fact, the pace at which we are breeding animals for food is a threat to the planet. Cutting back on just one kg meat saves over 14,000 liters of water. Moreover, substituting a roasted chicken with a rich veggie or bean stew (having equal protein levels) saves over 4,2500 liters of water.
Looming animal's exploitation is not the only reason for adapting a vegan lifestyle. Increasingly, people are becoming vegan owing to the health benefits: glowing skin, boosted energy, and eternal youthfulness are some of the affirmations from the passionate plant eaters.
The trend of dropping meat consumption in the diet has surfaced new prospects to target vegetarians, vegans, non-meat eaters and non red-meat eaters. At present, the largest vegan food labeling market is the United States ($1.76 billion), followed by Germany ($615 million), Britain ($508 million) and Australia ($ 136 million).
Statistics from Euro monitor International, a popular market researcher, state that over the past few years the amount of veggie and vegan foods sold in Australia has surged. Between 2012 and 2017, the number of Australian adults sticking to almost a vegetarian diet has risen from 1.7 million people (or 9.7% of the population) to almost 2.1 million (11.2%).
When people make a conscious choice to not exploit animals, it changes the collective perspective of the society as a whole. We must ask ourselves that when it is possible to live a life where we can eat healthy and delicious food, achieve better health, leave a minor carbon footprint and avoid exploiting other creatures – then why don't we?


In the nearly twenty years since his professional career began, Justin Timberlake has been known as an extremely talented actor, dancer, and pop singer. He's become an icon in today's society and his movies, albums, and tour dates have made him one of the US's most prominent celebrities. Both during his career with acclaimed boy band N'Sync and in his solo career, Timberlake has released six platinum albums and won as many Grammy Awards. A brief yet successful stint on The New Mickey Mouse Club led to Timberlake's successful audition for the boy band, N'Sync. As one half of the group's lead singers (JC Chasez being the other), Justin achieved international super stardom that included sold-out tour dates and albums that flew off the shelves. As N'Sync was breaking up in 2002, Timberlake released his debut solo album, Justified, which featured a hip hop sound thanks to producers The Neptunes and Timbaland. Singles like "Cry Me a River" and "Rock Your Body" successfully launched his solo career and the album itself won two Grammys. Justin's second solo album, FutureSex/LoveSounds faired even better, breaking digital sales records and winning another two Grammys. After five years without an album, Timberlake released the highly anticipated and applauded The 20/20 Experience, followed months later by The 20/20 Experience -- 2 of 2. The albums showcased a more mature sound, shying away from electronic backing in favor of a big band. The albums also featured more traditional songs with a hip hop style, combining the sounds that made him famous with a more traditional style.


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Danielle Weiler: Making A Difference
by Samantha Stetzer | Apr 18, 2016 | Student News, Twitter, WSU News
Danielle Weiler transferred to Winona State University in fall 2014 because the minute she stepped on campus, she felt at home.
"It wasn't just that I chose Winona State, but it was like we chose each other," Weiler said.
Weiler took advantage of the ample opportunities to get involved on campus, trying every club she could. She was elected to WSU's Student Senate, participated in mock trial for over a year, and was part of WSU's chapter of Delta Phi Epsilon as a legacy.
Her favorite memory at WSU is being part of Student Senate because of the change she was able to bring to campus.
"Having been elected right after transferring to Winona State, I immediately was immersed into a tight knit community of learners seeking to improve our world," Weiler said. "I feel like I have truly been able to make a difference on campus and have given a voice to underrepresented views."
Weiler graduates from WSU with a Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Studies focusing on pre-law. After graduation, she plans to work as a paralegal and eventually would like to attend law school because she hopes to be able to "ignite change by speaking out about the injustices in our society."
It's an idea that Weiler said WSU has helped her with.
"I am proud to graduate from Winona State because the focus has been not only improving ourselves as individuals, but also focusing on improving the world around us," Weiler said. "Winona State's dedication to making an impact on the communities we serve is something I am very proud of."
When she walks across the stage to receive the diploma she has worked so hard for, Weiler knows she isn't walking alone. She is carrying her WSU community with her.
"The most important thing that WSU has taught me is that no matter where I go in the world, I will always have a family and community here," said Weiler. "The connections I have made at Winona State will extend far beyond my degree. When I'm no longer at WSU, I will still carry a part of it with me."
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You can find Part One and the cast of characters of Scurvy here.
Welcome to the make believe world of our brain and his crew …during a writing session. They are the sailors of the Sad Soul, a ship bound for doom as they find themselves off the coast of a dangerous island whose inhabitants have the reputation of beheading intruders. The Captain refuses to take a chance on weighing anchor and going ashore to find food, and has set course for home, which is 50,000 words away. The crew has been forced to abandon ship to avoid starvation, though they may be walking into the very hands of death.
Captain Boring paced his cabin, muttering to himself with clenched fists.
"Leave." The Captain turned his back, his head reeling. How would he accomplish the 50,000 words by himself?
With a heavy sigh, the first mate went to the raft.
For an hour, the Captain walked the floor, hypnotized by the nearly rhythmic sway of the ship.
The crew had anchored the Sad Soul against his orders, but far enough from the island that she wouldn't be at risk from the natives.
Back and forth he went, until his thoughts were numb. Without food and water, he knew not a single word would be produced.
What's happened to me? I used to have a fire in my belly for sailing. Going at the sea alone would have been a great challenge, a dream.
He sank into the worn leather chair at his desk and laid his head down on the maps and charts scattered there. And he began to weep.
This mini-series of short stories is look into what can happen in our mind when one aspect of our thinking becomes controlling and tyrannical. Here, we see our creative instinct as a stubborn Captain who refuses to see the needs of his crew, because he cannot see his own basic needs. He thinks he can go it alone…without teamwork.
The imagination needs food. It needs others. It needs camaraderie and proper delegation.
But when it looks around at other captains, it envies them and feels insignificant. They are braver, more accomplished, they've conquered and come home with discoveries and treasures to their names. It wants to be like them – but there is a cost.
The imagination cannot function independently. It is a part of a whole, and when it drives everyone else away out of fear and insecurity, it begins to die. Everyone else fails to thrive as well.
Next time: Captain Boring faces the truth, but he may be too late in the quest for regaining the trust of his crew.


This week, Adironnda, the Divine Link with Marilyn Harper, answers questions about the path of the "Illuminated Ones" from their perspective and Master Yeshua joins in.
Enjoy Adironnda's video below on becoming those Illuminated Ones across the planet.
So it is a good day to you.
As you know, Dearest Ones, we are embarking on a new pathway. We are embarking on a new energy.
We are shifting the consciousness of this planet to accommodate your particular vision.
if you can indeed have that vibration to shift the consciousness of this planet.
How would you experience that?
What would be your part in it?
You see, Dearest Ones, that is what we are asking you to do. That is what we are asking you to feel and breathe into. What is your part of raising the consciousness of this planet?
Now, there are some of you that are out there thinking right now, because we are here with you, even though this is virtual reality, and this was recorded before you're actually listening to it.
Time is just energy, yes?
There is no thin linear about it, but what we are seeing, Dearest Ones, is that you are stopping yourself, if you are not a part of the positive plan of consciousness on this planet. And some of you are saying, "But what can I do? I am living in South Dakota, and there is not a single enlightened person that is living in South Dakota." Well, we know that is not true. (Master Yeshua) "I'm living in the desert in Israel. Who do I talk to?" In Israel, you talk to the land, and it will speak back to you.
You see, Dearest, you are the change makers. You are the vision of humanity. That is why we have the Visionaries in Light Convergence every year, because we wish for you to take action. We wish for you to experience that bliss of living and loving and enjoying that living and loving life that you are experiencing. Not that we want to be redundant, but, you see, breathe into your vision of your own humanity.
When you are complaining, you are the problem.
When you're seeing the possibilities, you are a part of the solution. So what are those possibilities that the one thing that you could do to shift the consciousness of this planet?
What is it that you could do to shift the consciousness on this planet?
And then breathe into your own action plan.
Our sweet vessel, Marilyn, talked to two people just today, and they both said, "You are doing it. You are living your life. You are inspiring thousands." Do you know why? Because she chose that. Is it easy? Sometimes, sometimes not. We see the lights are playing around here.
You see, we have you each with us. We never leave your side. So as you are having a concept of your plan, know that we are holding you in that light. We are holding you in that energy of completion, of love, of experience, of truth, your truth, which may not be our truth or anyone else's truth, but we're still holding you there for your opportunity to have it.
Dearest Ones, you are the change.
You are the illuminated ones.
We want to hear your plan. And then at our Visionaries and Light Convergence, we will help you put it into action.
We love you so much. We honor you.
We experience the light within you, as you experience the light within us.
What's your plan? Feel free to begin sharing it in the comments below. It's a start, right?
I will trust and follow the compass of my heart, even when it leads me straight into the face of my fear, I will not give up, nor will I loose hope. I will surrender what I know to be true for something bigger, something better, and trust that the space in between what I know and what God knows will be filled with true peace, great joy, and the Spirit of Adventure! Namaste!!!


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After a distinguished amateur career, Tommy Fleetwood turned professional in 2010. He celebrated the finest moment of his career in November 2017 when he topped the Race to Dubai Rankings for the first time. He was crowned European Number One after a stellar season that was kick-started by a victory at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, a superb second place at the WGC-Mexico Championship, a first Rolex Series win at the HNA Open de France and a fourth place finish at the U.S. Open amongst other impressive top tens. He followed that season up by defending his Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship title in 2018, winning his fourth European Tour title and virtually securing his place at The Ryder Cup in Paris. He made history at the 2018 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills when his seven under par 63 equalled the record for the lowest round at a U.S. Open and the lowest score on the final day of a Major Championship. His best result at the WGC-HSBC Champions is a T-18.