A public opinion survey has been conducted in various regions of the country that have experienced the effects of open cast mining, as well as in other regions likely to suffer the same fate. This has shown that there is strong opposition to this type of extraction of mineral resources carried out by transnational companies in Honduras.
The findings were presented by representatives from the Center of Democracy Studies (CESPAD) and the World Lutheran Federation in a conference on metal mining held on 27 March in Tegucigalpa.
Ninety-one percent of the people questioned in the survey expressed their total opposition to open cast mining due to concerns about its role in deforestation, water contamination, the negative effects on the landscape, dermatological and intestinal illnesses, its impact on agricultural processes, both on crops and livestock rearing, and the fact that it does not contribute greatly to the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
The survey took place in September 2011, involving two thousand citizens consulted in different regions of Honduras. The people questioned in the survey stated that mining violated the human rights of the people living in the affected communities.
Furthermore, it revealed that 54 percent of Hondurans think that the government is unconcerned and is failing to act to protect the country's natural resources. The survey also demonstrated that the citizens back the environmental struggle for a rational and just management of Honduras' natural wealth.
Sixty-eight percent of the people questioned stated that they were willing to back environmental movements' opposition to mining while twenty-two percent said that they would be willing to do so in some cases. According to the consultation, the Honduran population is also calling for a prohibition on the use of cyanide in mining as well as on the government's forced expropriation of lands that possess mineral resources.
During the conference the organizers screened a documentary that showed the struggle of the Costa Rican people whose lobbying of representatives of their National Congress resulted in the government issuing a decree on the 9th of November 2010 banning open cast mining in the country.
Hermilo Soto from the World Lutheran Federation stated that if other countries in the region (as is the case with Costa Rica) clearly prohibit open cast metal mining, Honduras should also be able to do the same in view of the high number of populations affected. A considerable amount of work has been done by civil society organizations and proposals developed on the basis of that, and the World Lutheran Federation is working to support these initiatives.
Consulted about the recent visit of high-level Canadian state officials, Soto said that there is no doubt that it is Canadian capital that is principally invested in mining in Honduras, and that Canada's officials, government and companies have lobbied intensively to ensure that mining can be carried out without any social responsibility for the populations affected.
"Indeed, there are businesses that are giving money, bribing, buying consciousness, financing politicians' campaigns so that the National Congress will favour them, but we believe that a high percentage of the population opposes this activity due to the effects on several communities such as those in Valle de Siria and others, and due to the awareness-raising carried out by a range of civil society organizations. We think that the visits of these representatives from Canada is without a doubt related to this", maintained Soto.
With regards to the visit made by Canada's Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Diane Ablonczy on the 23rd of March, Donaldo Reyes Abelar, a Member of Congress for the Nationalist Party, presented a copy of the report on the new mining law to Porfirio Lobo Sosa and the Canadian minister, as one of the bases for the implementation of the Trade Agreement signed in 2011 between Honduras and Canada.
On several occasions, members of the congressional Mining Committee,Rigoberto Cuéllar, the minister of the Secretariat of Natural Resources and the Environment, as well as Aldo Santos, the head of Defomín (Directorate for the Promotion of Mining) (), , have made statements to the media announcing that the new mining law, considered by experts to be worse than its predecessor, will be approved in June of this year.
It should be noted that state officials were recently in Canada in order to promote the "supposed benefits of the mining law" during the annual mining investors' convention that took place in Toronto, Canada.
In a a public statement, the Coalición Nacional de Redes Ambientalistas y Sociales contra la Minería a Cielos Abiertos (National Coalition of Environmental and Social Networks against Open Cast Mining), signaled that Rolando Dubón Bueso and Donaldo Reyes Avelar, who are both on Congress's Mining Committee, have come to an agreement with Rigoberto Cuéllar and Aldo Santos to lobby in favour of the law that is harmful to the interests of the Honduran people.
Those condemning this law maintain that it has not been subject to a consultation process and even less to genuine public involvement in the process. Furthermore they add that the country is on the edge of a new phase of massdestruction of natural resources, of illnesses and of death, thanks to the decisions of unscrupulous and heartless officials that are handing over our country to foreign interests.
The project Cordinator of CESPAD said that ninety-one percent of the people questioned in the survey do not support open cast mining and condemn this activity. Some are convinced that this type of mining seriously damages agricultural activities such as livestock rearing and traditional craftwork, but furthermore that it is seriously harming the health of the people, above all through broncho-respiratory illnesses and skin diseases. Additionally, it is believed to have a negative effect on the accountability and integrity of state institutions, and onHonduran culture, as well as having a capacity to generate conflicts in mining areas.
"We hope that this survey will serve to convince the legislators that the people of Honduras have an opinion very different to theirs and on the basis of this we will be able to develop a strategy aimed at true sustainable development", said Francisco Saravia.


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• NCC Confirms Receipt Of Firm's N30b Fine Payment
• To Liquidate Remainder By May 31, 2019The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has confirmed the payment of the N30 billion fine paid by MTN.
According to NCC's Director of Public Affairs, Tony Ojobo, MTN has paid N30 billion ($98 million, 92 million euros) as part of the fine.
Ojobo told The Guardian on telephone yesterday that a receipt has been issued to the telecommunications firm, "which confirms the payment."
The General Manager, Corporate Affairs, at MTN Nigeria, Omasan Ogisi, told The Guardian that payment was made before yesterday, "and we have been issued receipt."
MTN, Nigeria's largest mobile operator, was initially fined $5.2 billion (N1.04 trillion) in 2015 for failing to deactivate over five million unregistered Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) cards, some of which were allegedly linked to the Boko Haram insurgents.
The severity of the penalty was to serve as a deterrent to other service providers, whose action or inaction undermine the precarious security situation in the country.
But following a series of interventions and negotiations, which lasted about six months, including a meeting between President Muhammadu Buhari and his South African counterpart, Jacob Zuma, in March last year in Nigeria, the fine was reduced to N780 billion, and later N330 billion.
With the confirmation of the payment of N30 billion fine, the South African telecommunications firm has now paid N110 billion.
Government had confirmed the earlier payment of N80 billion to its coffers as at December last year as part of the fine, which has been staggered till 2019.
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Specifically, the amount paid earlier before the new N30 billion, included the "goodwill" payment of N50 billion in December 2015 and another N30 billion on June 10, last year.
Other tranches of the payment include that by March 31, 2018, MTN would pay another N55 billion; N55 billion by December 31, 2018; N55 billion by March 31, 2019; and the balance of N55 billion on May 31, 2019.
The payments are expected to go into NCC's Treasury Single Account (TSA) with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
This is just as MTN denied claims of some of its number being used to take peoples' lives.
There have been allegations that MTN numbers, 08030004900 and 08066699666, belong to some serial killers, which they have been using to take peoples lives when calls are received through them.
There are also claims that when calls are received through them, the receiver jumps into the Lagos Lagoon.
A message on WhatsApp read: "08030004600 and 08066699666: Warning: Do not pick any of these numbers. They are severe killer numbers, which was reported to have been killing people across the country. SAVE LIVES!"
But responding to The Guardian enquiry on the matter, MTN Nigeria Public Relations and Protocol Manager, Funso Aina, in an email, said: "Please, note that there is no truth to this story, as we have already communicated in all our social media channels.
"08030004900 was a telemarketing number, which is not in use at this time."
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Riots broke out in Paris following Morocco stunned Portugal 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, December 10
Morocco scripted history by becoming the first African nation to qualify for the last four of the World Cup after defeating Portugal 1-0 in the quarterfinal
Rioters reportedly engaged in acts of vandalism and police were called into action to control the situation
Police responded with tear gas in order to disperse the crowd in the neighbourhood of Champs-Elysees
Morocco overcame expectations and challenges to reach the semi-finals, defeating Croatia, Belgium, Spain, and now Portugal
Portugal went all out but Morocco overcame tiredness, injury, and nervousness in the knockout game to earn a remarkable victory
a resilient Morocco found the back of the net through Youssef El-Nesyri in the 42nd minute at the Al Thumama Stadium
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The margin between the toxic and therapeutic dose is very narrow: The NRC concluded that the allegedly "safe" upper limit of fluoride in water (4 mg/l) is toxicto human health. While the NRC did not determine the safe level, their conclusion means that the safe level is less than 4 times the level added to water (0.7-1.2 mg/l) in community fluoridation programs. This is far too slim a margin to protect vulnerable members of the population, including those who consume high amounts of water.
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We are absolutely delighted to share the news of our new home (or as we should really say.... berth). It is at the luxurious five star Port St. Charles Marina in St. Peter.
We are thrilled to be here as not only is it a stunning setting but the facilities are perfect meaning that our guests can board and disembark with ease from dry land. Better still it is one of the islands' official ports of entry, so for private charters to the Grenadines or St. Lucia, we are able to clear customs right there. We couldn't ask for a more perfect spot.
We are not sure whether this local fisherman read our previous post about our fishing exploits, but this afternoon, as we came in to moor for a little snorkeling on the reef, he spotted us and immediately brought his craft in very close. So proud and excited to show us his catch, which apparently gave him quite a struggle.
As you can no doubt imagine, our boys are now all fired up to catch one of equal size and ever since this meeting, the merits of different types of bait and hook have been keenly debated.
So we are now looking forward to a wonderful afternoon fishing which will be even better if they are successful and we are able to prepare the catch for our next guests on board.


I think Confucius hit the nail on the head. Do you ever notice that time flies by while you're working on something you're interested in? It's a no brainer that finding a job you love will make you happy, but getting a job you love is typically another story.
After graduating from College of Charleston with a finance and Spanish degree during the financial meltdown in 2010, I was just trying to find any job that would keep me in Charleston. I eventually started working in the recruiting department at SPARC, a software development shop on Daniel Island. The company was in the middle of a huge growth spurt and the recruiting team was in charge of hiring 100-plus people. I was in charge of the logistical side of recruiting, but I learned a lot and then had the opportunity to try something new, and that's where things got fun.
How often do you have a job that asks what you want to do in your career and then makes it happen? That's exactly what SPARC did, and I moved over to our internal products team (with no software knowledge) and started to learn. I got my feet wet working on different aspects of the software development and product lifecycle and eventually chose my favorite aspect to focus on as my career.
While all of this was going on, I moved into my own apartment and started making things for my new space. I started a blog to keep my family up-to-date on my life, but I realized that my blog was slowly turning into a place where I talked about what craft projects I was working on and how to DIY. That's when Coastal Kelder was born.
What started as an after work hobby has turned into an Etsy shop and a true DIY blog. Crafting (and having a glass of wine in the process) has become my stress reliever, and I truly enjoy trying new projects and making things for others.
I have also always loved giving back, and luckily I've been able to do that through SPARC and now my Etsy shop. SPARC encourages team members to volunteer with all sorts of charitable organizations. I've worked with several in the area. Recently, I leveraged my Etsy shop and crafting skills by teaming up with my friend, Kelley O'Hara, to make Kelley O fan club t-shirts where 100 percent of proceeds go toward St. Jude Children's Research. I'm in the process of finalizing the donation, and I hope to continue this type of work in the future!
It's important to figure out what makes you happy and then make time for it. I've found that implementing a work–life balance is crucial to personal happiness. I work a full time job and still have time to craft, blog, play sports, get involved and have a social life—it's all about prioritizing my "to-do" list to get everything done while having fun.
If you happen to be able to make a living doing what you love, congratulations! If you don't, don't fret; your life may take you down a path you never thought possible. Make time to do what makes you happy!
I loved reading your story and learning more about you!! You are doing some great cool stuff! Keep it up!!!
I love this post so much! It makes me very happy when people have found their perfect career path and are happy in their job. I'm trying to get there, but it is inspiring to hear when others have reached their goal.
Thanks, Savannah! I would have NEVER guessed that I'd be where I am today – both technology and crafting / blogging. My friends sometimes laugh and wonder where "it came from," but the path was not simple, or apparent to me for awhile! Good luck in your journey!
Fabulous post, my fellow tech-by-day blog-by-night friend! We are so lucky to be able to work one side of our passions in one career, and exercise the others through blogging. It's such a great balance. P.S. I'm obsessed with your Charleston pillows.
We are lucky and I love having you doing it with me to swap tips and stories!
You're so awesome Kelley! I am so proud to know such a hard working, determined, and very crafty young lady!


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It's A Patio Party: Local Restaurants Permitted to Temporarily Expand Outdoor Dining Spaces
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Shelby Smith, July 23, 2020
Home Blog It's A Patio Party: Local Restaurants Permitted to Temporarily Expand Outdoor Dining Spaces
Temporary patios might be popping up all over town now that the City of Memphis has allowed restaurants to expand outdoor dining spaces!
See the official policy guidelines below:
City of Memphis Outdoor Dining Expansion Policy Guidelines:
Effective 7.21.20
Restaurants in the City of Memphis permitted to operate under the current Shelby County Health Directive may expand their outdoor dining space in a manner that continues to ensure public health and safety.
Generally, two types of expansions are possible – 1) onto private property adjacent to the restaurant's structure, such as a parking lot; and 2) onto public right-of-way such as a sidewalk or street.
Maximo's Patio, Photo: Amanda Hill
In addition to adhering to current Health Directive requirements, all plans must meet the following criteria:
Access for Fire, Police, and other first responders or government services must not be impeded.
Outdoor dining areas must allow access to public utilities, building entrances, crosswalks, fire hydrants, sprinkler system connections, and similar infrastructure.
Plans must only accommodate seated dining, not standing areas. Tables must be spaced so that no individual seated at a table is closer than six feet from an individual seated at a neighboring table – i.e., six feet from chair back to chair back.
Food preparation must remain within the existing kitchen. Only serving is allowed outdoors. Expansion of beer service is subject to approval by the Alcohol Commission, which is expected to discuss the issue at its July 23 meeting. (These guidelines will be updated immediately after that meeting.)
Proper barriers, subject to approval by City Engineering, must be placed to safely shield patrons from traffic.
All seating areas and pathways must meet Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility guidelines. • Installations on corners must maintain a clear sight triangle to allow safe use of the street by all users.
Restaurants must allow all outdoor patrons access to indoor restroom facilities.
Litter must be regularly picked up, and additional trash receptacles may be recommended depending on the size and use of the space. Outdoor trash receptacles must be emptied at the close of business daily.
No animals, other than service animals, are allowed in the space.
Any restaurant wishing to temporarily expand serving into its parking lot, or other adjacent property on which it is permitted to expand, is allowed to immediately so long as it is complying with the above guidelines. Any expansion of dining area onto a newly constructed structure or platform, such as a patio or 'parklet,' must obtain proper building permits and pass final inspection before use.
Additionally, expansions of dining areas onto public right-of-way shall consider the following:
Pedestrians, including those with disabilities, must continue to have five feet of unimpeded access on the sidewalk. ADA access to any transit stop must be unimpeded. If the proposed 2 area is along Main Street, the trolley envelope (four feet from the outer rail) must not be impeded.
Outdoor dining areas must only occupy the frontage width of the restaurant's existing property, unless written permission from adjoining businesses is obtained.
If dining areas are proposed on the street, the barriers separating diners from traffic shall be substantial but not permanent in nature. Planters, bollards, etc., are encouraged and may be required depending on the characteristics of the street. Such barriers shall not damage the public right-of-way.
If a plan is proposed along a MATA route, the applicant shall consult with the City and MATA to determine if there is a feasible alternative.
Any requested closure of travel lanes (including a dedicated bike lane) or a full street closure will require the submission of a traffic control plan for review and approval by the City.
Any planned external structures must allow the uninhibited flow of storm water into the existing City storm system.
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Restaurants wishing to apply for expansion into the public right-of-way shall submit a plan, complete with drawings or sketches of the proposed expansion if warranted, to City of Memphis Deputy Chief Operating Officer Kyle Veazey at kyle.veazey@memphistn.gov. The application will be forwarded to the appropriate City agencies for an initial review period not to exceed five business days. If approved, the applicant will be notified if traffic control plans or any additional information is required to move forward.
Restaurants participating in the temporary outdoor dining expansion program assume any and all liability regarding or related to the use of the outdoor dining space per this policy. Restaurants participating in the temporary outdoor dining program must agree to and shall defend, indemnify, and hold the City and its agents, employees, officers, and legal representatives, harmless for all claims, causes of action, liabilities, fines, and expenses (including without limitation, attorneys' fees, court costs, and all other defense costs and interest) for injury, death, damage, or loss to persons or property sustained in connection with or incidental to the use of any temporary outdoor dining space approved or otherwise allowed by the City pursuant to this policy.
A restaurant may apply for this additional space individually, or it may combine with neighboring or nearby restaurants to create a space. In the event it combines with a neighboring or nearby restaurant, each restaurant must still serve and be responsible for its own distinct areas, and precautions and consideration must be given to ensure that the creation of this new space does not create the type of gathering that current public health discourages or prohibits.
The City of Memphis recognizes the unique challenge of the pandemic to our local restaurant community, and will seek to waive as many permitting fees as possible for the expansion. The City also recognizes the unique nature of the space in which each restaurant occupies and will offer technical guidance as able to develop appropriate plans.
The City of Memphis will inspect ongoing operations of these zones by its Code Enforcement officers and other officials, and will immediately revoke any permissions granted in the event of non-compliance with rules.
This policy is intended to be in place and available for restaurants to utilize so long as the Health Directive limits the capacity of restaurants."
Stay up to date on the new policies that are being implemented due to COVID-19 on the official City of Memphis site, and on their Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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(Perl builtin function) chomp VARIABLE This is a slightly safer version of chop.
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Shri D.K. Basu, Ashok K. Johri v/s State of West Bengal, State of U.P: Case Comment: Kaushal B. Shah
Posted on July 17, 2019 November 23, 2019 by ILSIJLM
Shri D.K. Basu, Ashok K. Johri v/s State of West Bengal, State of U.P : Case Comment.
Author: Kausahl B. Shah
Lord's Universal College of Law
The "Indian Legal Solution International Journal of Law and Management (ILSIJLM)" has given an opportunity to show cause my writing and research skills in the form of a Case comment. The topic which I have selected for my Case comment is "Shri D.K.Basu, Ashok K.Johri v/s State of West Bengal, State of U.P". The reason behind selecting and writing on such topic is that ours is a federal and democratic country and every right and freedom as enshrined under the constitution of India which has been guaranteed to each of the netizens of this country should be brought into service in a rightful and accountable direction.
Due to rapid increase in the cases of torture and such cruelty towards human beings also the policy of divide and rule by the public servants and various official bureaucrats, the Supreme Court and the government of India are empowered to formulate the various public policies and need to introduced the Amendment Bill for the justice of the victim and the measures of judicial reforms from time to time.
SHRI D.K.BASU, ASHOK K.JOHRI V/S. STATE OF WEST BENGAL, STATE OF U.P (1997) 1 SCC 416
Introduction & Facts:
The entire case revolves around the Legal Aid Services, West Bengal, a non-political organisation registered under the Societies Registration Act, on 26th August, 1986, the executive chairman of which addressed a letter to the Chief Justice of India by turning a spotlight on to the matters being reported in telegraph regarding deaths in police lock-ups and custody. Due to aggravation in complaints regarding custodial violence and deaths in police lock-ups, the matter was frequently published in telegraph and this letter which, when filed before 'the Supreme Court' was treated as a writ petition and was issued to the respondent on 09.02.1987. Meanwhile the court was scrutinizing the above (supra) writ petition, a letter was addressed by Shri Ashok Kumar johri on 29th July,1987 to the chief justice of India by highlighting the plight of the matter to the death of one Mahesh Bihari of Pilkhana, Aligarh in police custody to the Supreme Court of India. This letter was treated as a writ petition and was directed to be posted along with the writ petition filed by Shri D.K Basu in this court for a similar issue. In response to the above notice, the affidavit was filed on behalf of the state of West Bengal by claiming that the police personnel was no hushing up any matter of lock-up death and unnecessary action was being initiated against them. The respondent treated the writ petition as misappropriate, misleading and untenable in law. During the course of hearing, the court took the assistance of Dr. A.M.Singhvi, senior advocate to assist the court as amicus curiae.
The Executive Chairman states that "it is imperative to examine the issue of custodial and lock-up deaths in depth because such crimes often go unpunished and flourishes". The chairman also addressed that a modus operandi should be formulated for awarding compensation to the victim or the family members of the victim for atrocities caused in the police custody and to develop the awareness of "custody jurisprudence". In this case, the petitioners also rose important issues concerning the police powers and if monetary compensation should be awarded for established infringement of Fundamental Rights, as under Article 21, Article 22, and Article 20(3) of the Constitution of India. The court, in this case, said that the lock-up deaths are to be reduced. It will directly take a toll on the belief of the public in law and order. 'The Supreme Court' directed all high courts to check on the details and punishment that are being imposed on prisoners in the jails. They were asked to give a detailed list of all the persons who were arrested and were in lock-ups. In order to amend the rules of evidence regarding the prosecution of police officials accused of custodial violence, the parliament's attention was drawn to the urgent need. The recommendations of the Law Commission of India in its 113th report was taken into consideration regarding a shift in the burden of proof, with the introduction of a presumption of custodial violence if there is evidence that the detainees injury was caused during the period of detention, and the consideration by the court of all relevant circumstances. The court held that Custodial violence, including torture and death in the lockups, strikes a blow at the Rule of Law, which demands that the powers of the executive should not only be derived from law but also that the same should be limited by law. To check the abuse of police power, transparency of action and accountability were the two safeguards laid down by the court. The bench consisting of Kuldip. Singh and A.S.Anand issued 11 directives where it spelled out the rights of an arrestee or a detainee and the manner in which the arresting or detaining authority is expected to behave, including the written record of arrest, informing of arrestee's family of his arrest, the medical examination on request, among others.
Issues Involved:
Was the court's decision appropriate?
Does this decision change? Was the reasoning consistent with the previous reasoning in similar cases? Is it likely that the decision will significantly influence existing law?
Did the court adequately justify its reasoning? Was its interpretation of the law appropriate? Was the reasoning logical/consistent? Did the court consider all/omit some issues and arguments? And, if there was an omission, does this weaken the merit of the decision?
What are the policy implications of the decision? Are there alternative approaches which could lead to more appropriate public policy in this area?
After hearing the entire pleading from the respective counsel of the petitioner and the defendant, 'the Supreme Court' observed and held its verdict by setting out a charter of rights of the arrested person to safeguard the interest of the arrestee in this case. This list of guidelines was set out keeping intact the principles of Articles 21, Article 22 and Article 20(3)[1] of the Indian Constitution and has directed its adherence. The guidelines were set out in addition to the constitutional and statutory safeguards and do not detract from the other directions given by the courts from time to time in safeguarding the dignity of the arrestee. These safeguards are however not available to an alien enemy or to a person detained under a law providing for the preventive detention. Further, to ensure the strict compliance of such guidelines 'the Supreme Court' stated that the non-compliance of the guidelines would attract departmental action and also be punished for the contempt of court against the official responsible for the non-compliance. So the court's decision is appropriate.
The court has formulated the guidelines for the rights of the arrested person and to protect their rights, the procedure to be followed by every police personnel after making an arrest because some of the police department add extra procedures in order to help the officer avoid making a legal mistake which would ruin the prosecution's case. After pronouncing the verdict in this case the decision of the court has so far not been changed. In the case of Agnelo Valdaris who died on April 18, 2014, and of the three co-accused, it was observed that even after adhering to the rules on presenting people before magistrates and conducting medical tests will not necessarily spare suspects from being tortured. Suspects are afraid to say they have been mistreated or that medical staff did not carry out their responsibilities in a professional or impartial manner. Any existing law is influenced if any decision and the guidelines of 'The Supreme Court', high court or any bill introduced in 'The Parliament' violates the provisions of the constitution of India. In this case, the measures implemented by the supreme court does not violate any fundamental rights of the citizen.
The reasoning and the interpretation of the law by the court are within the ambit of the provisions of the constitution of India and also in line with the sections enacted in the criminal procedure code 1973 and Indian penal code 1860. The judgment pronounced by the court is logical but there are lacunae in consideration of some issues by the court due to which the merits of the decision is weakened. Some of the omissions in consideration of issues are:
The police officers are heavily burdened with the plethora of cases being reported before them and they have to comply with such stringent rule of procedure. While complying with such lengthy procedures, they are unable to gather the much-required evidence. The police officers do such crimes for their involvement in politics, rampant corruption, for their meritorious gains, due to drunkenness. Due to a high number of pending cases before the police officer, supreme court and the high court it causes not only frustration among the public, relatives of the accused, police officers but also hampers them to cause violence in the lock-ups. On the other hand, the media is also responsible for causing hype and publishing defamatory articles, due to which the police officials and judges face the legal consequences.
'The Supreme Court' can frame more appropriate public policy in this area and implement it effectively. Some of these public policies are as follows:
The Protection of Prisoners Cell (PPC) should be established for those prisoners who are in the imprisonment between seven yrs to a maximum of ten yrs. Only the officials appointed by 'The Supreme Court', high court and CBI should be allowed to visit such cells and not the local police officials. The Fast Track court in every state which takes a maximum of six months for the speedy redressal of the dispute.The measures of videotape recording and the installing of CCTV in order to curb the crime committed by a police officer or by a prisoner while he/she is in police custody or lock-ups.
It is very difficult for anyone of us or altogether to completely devastate a particular crime from its very root but it can be prevented to a greater extent. It is necessary for the government to take every single step to prevent such offence to spread like a wildfire. The government should introduce The Prisons (Amendment) Bill, 2019 for the benefit of the accused person and the prisoners, as Article 368 of the constitution of India grants formal power of amendment to the courts, and also to the Parliament to amend the constitution. Train investigating officers on modern, non-coercive techniques for suspect and witness interviewing and questioning. There should be initiatives by the government to make the public pubic socially aware as to how, when and where the complaints are to be filed on its portal.
[1] Article 21-the right to life and personal liberty, the right to live with human dignity. It thus also includes a guarantee against torture and assault by the state or its functionaries.
Article 22- Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases, the individuals who are arrested and detained in custody should be informed of the grounds of arrest; he should not be denied the right to consult, defend them by a legal practitioner.
Article 20(3) – A person accused of an offence shall not be compelled to be a witness against himself or herself.
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Q: Compiler optimization about elimination of pointer operation on inline function in C? If this function Func1 is inlined,
inline int Func1 (int* a)
{
    return *a + 1;
}

int main ()
{
    int v = GetIntFromUserInput(); // Unknown at compile-time.
    return Func1(&v);
}

Can I expect a smart compiler to eliminate the pointer operations? (&a and *a)
As I guess, the function will be transformed into something like this,
int main ()
{
    int v = GetIntFromUserInput(); // Unknown at compile-time.
    int* a = &v;
    return *a + 1;
}

and finally,
int main ()
{
    int v = GetIntFromUserInput(); // Unknown at compile-time.
    return v + 1;
}

Pointer operations look easily being eliminated. But I heard that pointer operation is something special and cannot be optimized.

A: Yes the compiler, as said by Wallyk, is able to remove useless operations in this case.
However you must remember that when you specify a function signature something is lost in the translation from your problem domain to C. Consider the following function:
void transform(const double *xyz, // Source point
               double *txyz,      // Transformed points
               const double *m,   // 4x3 transformation matrix
               int n)             // Number of points to transform
{
    for (int i=0; i<n; i++) {
        txyz[0] = xyz[0]*m[0] + xyz[1]*m[3] + xyz[2]*m[6] + m[9];
        txyz[1] = xyz[0]*m[1] + xyz[1]*m[4] + xyz[2]*m[7] + m[10];
        txyz[2] = xyz[0]*m[2] + xyz[1]*m[5] + xyz[2]*m[8] + m[11];
        txyz += 3; xyz += 3;
    }
}

I think that the intent is clear, however the compiler must be paranoid and consider that the generated code must behave exactly as described by the C semantic even in cases that are of course not part of the original problem of transforming an array of points like:

*

*txyz and xyz are pointing to the same memory address, or maybe they are pointing to adjacent doubles in memory

*m is pointing inside the txyz area

This means that for the above function the C compiler is forced to assume that after each write to txyz any of xyz or m could change and so those values cannot be loaded in free order. The resulting code consequently will not be able to take advantage of parallel execution for example of the computations of the tree coordinates even if the CPU would allow to do so.
This case of aliasing was so common that C99 introduced a specific keyword to be able to tell the compiler that nothing so strange was intended. Putting the restrict keyword in the declaration of txyz and m reassures the compiler that the pointed-to memory is not accessible using other ways and the compiler is then allowed to generate better code.
However this "paranoid" behavior is still necessary for all operations to ensure correctness and so for example if you write code like
 char *s = malloc(...);
 char *t = malloc(...);
 ... use s and t ...

the compiler has no way to know that the two memory areas will be non-overlapping or, to say it better, there is no way to define a signature in the C language to express the concept that returned values from malloc are "non overlapping". This means that the paranoid compiler (unless some non-standard declarations are present for malloc and the compiler has a special handling for it) will think in the subsequent code that any write to something pointed by s will possibly overwrite data pointed by t (even when you're not getting past the size passed to malloc I mean ;-) ).
In your example case even a paranoid compiler is allowed to assume that

*

*no one will know the address of a local variable unless getting it as a parameter

*no unknown external code is executed between the reading and computation of addition

If both those points are lost then the compiler must think to strange possibilities; for example
int a = malloc(sizeof(int));
*a = 1;
printf("Hello, world.\n");
// Here *a could have been changed

This crazy thought is necessary because malloc knows the address of a; so it could have passed this information to printf, which after printing the string could use that address to change the content of the location. This seems clearly absurd and maybe the library function declaration could contain some special unportable trick, but it's necessary for correctness in general (imagine malloc and printf being two user defined functions instead of library ones).
What does all this blurb mean? That yes, in your case the compiler is allowed to optimize, but it's very easy to remove this possibility; for example
inline int Func1 (int* a) {
    printf("pointed value is %i\n", *a);
    return *a + 1;
}

int main () {
    int v = GetIntFromUserInput();   // Assume input value is non-determinable.
    printf("Address of v is %p\n", &v);
    return Func1(&v);
}

is a simple variation of your code, but in this case the compiler cannot avoid assuming that the second printf call could have changed the pointed memory even if it's passed just the pointed value and not the address (because the first call to printf was passed the address and so the compiler must assume that potentially that function could have stored the address to use it later to alter the variable).
A very common misconception in C and C++ is that liberal use of the keyword const with pointers or (in C++) references will help the optimizer generating better code.
This is completely false:

*

*In the declaration const char *s the nothing is said about that the pointed character is going to be constant; it's simply said that it is an error to change the pointed character using that pointer. In other words const in this case simply means that the pointer is "readonly" but doesn't tell that, for example, other pointers could be used to changed the very same memory pointed to by s.

*It is legal in C (and C++) to "cast away" const-ness from a pointer (or reference) to constant. So the paranoid compiler must assume that even a function has been only handed a const int * the function could store that pointer and later can use it to change the memory pointed to.

The const keyword with pointers (and C++ references) is only meant as an aid for the programmer to avoid unintentional writing use of a pointer that was thought as being used only for reading. Once this check is performed then this const keyword is simply forgotten by the optimizer because it has no implications in the semantic of the language.
Sometimes you may find another silly use of the const keyword with parameters that tells that the value of the parameter cannot be changed; for example void foo(const int x).
This kind of use has no real philosophical meaning for the signature and simply puts some little annoyance on the implementation of the called function: a parameter is a copy of a value and caller shouldn't care if the called function is going to change that copy or not... the called function can still make a copy of the parameter and change that copy so nothing is gained anyway.
To recap... when the compiler sees
void foo(const int * const x);

must still assume that foo will potentially store away a copy of the passed pointer and that can use this copy to change the memory pointed to by x immediately or later when you call any other unknown function.
This level of paranoia is required because of how the language semantic is defined.
It is very important to understand this "aliasing" problem (there can be different ways to alter the same writable area of memory), especially with C++ where there is a common anti-pattern of passing around const references instead of values even when logically the function should accept a value. See this answer if you are also using C++.
All these are the reasons for which when dealing with pointers or references the optimizer has much less freedom than with local copies.

A: It is reasonable that it might occur.  For example, gcc -O3 does so:
.globl main
        .type   main, @function
main:
        pushl   %ebp
        movl    %esp, %ebp
        andl    $-16, %esp
        call    GetIntFromUserInput
        movl    %ebp, %esp
        popl    %ebp
        addl    $1, %eax
        ret

Notice that it takes the return value from the function, adds one, and returns.
Interestingly, it also compiled a Func1, probably since inline seems like it should have the meaning of static, but an external function (like GetIntFromUserInput) ought to be able to call it.  If I add static (and leave inline), it does remove the function's code.

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Q: Remove for loops when plotting matplotlib subplots I have large subplot-based figure to produce in python using matplotlib. In total the figure has in excess of 500 individual plots each with 1000s of datapoints. This can be plotted using a for loop-based approach modelled on the minimum example given below
import pandas as pd
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
import matplotlib.gridspec as gridspec

# define main plot names and subplot names
mains = ['A','B','C','D']
subs = list(range(9))

# generate mimic data in pd dataframe
col = [letter+str(number) for letter in mains for number in subs]
col.insert(0,'Time')

df = pd.DataFrame(columns=col)

for title in df.columns:
    df[title] = [i for i in range(100)]

# although alphabet and mains are the same in this minimal example this may not always be true
alphabet = ['A', 'B', 'C', 'D']
column_names = [column for column in df.columns if column != 'Time']

# define figure size and main gridshape
fig = plt.figure(figsize=(15, 15))
outer = gridspec.GridSpec(2, 2, wspace=0.2, hspace=0.2)

for i, letter in enumerate(alphabet):
    # define inner grid size and shape
    inner = gridspec.GridSpecFromSubplotSpec(3, 3,
                    subplot_spec=outer[i], wspace=0.1, hspace=0.1)

    # select only columns with correct letter
    plot_array = [col for col in column_names if col.startswith(letter)]

    # set title for each letter plot
    ax = plt.Subplot(fig, outer[i])
    ax.set_title(f'Letter {letter}')
    ax.axis('off')
    fig.add_subplot(ax)

    # create each subplot
    for j, col in enumerate(plot_array):
        ax = plt.Subplot(fig, inner[j])

        X = df['Time']
        Y = df[col]

        # plot waveform
        ax.plot(X, Y)

        # hide all axis ticks
        ax.axis('off')

        # set y_axis limits so all plots share same y_axis
        ax.set_ylim(df[column_names].min().min(),df[column_names].max().max())

        fig.add_subplot(ax)

However this is slow, requiring minutes to plot the figure. Is there a more efficient (potentially for loop free) method to achieve the same result

A: The issue with the loop is not the plotting but the setting of the axis limits with df[column_names].min().min() and df[column_names].max().max().
Testing with 6 main plots, 64 subplots and 375,000 data points, the plotting section of the example takes approx 360s to complete when axis limits are set by searching df for min and max values each loop. However by moving the search for min and max outside the loops. eg
# set y_lims
y_upper = df[column_names].max().max()
y_lower = df[column_names].min().min()

and changing
ax.set_ylim(df[column_names].min().min(),df[column_names].max().max())

to
ax.set_ylim(y_lower,y_upper)

the plotting time is reduced to approx 24 seconds.


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Reduces the need to buy lunch and delivers the user with a boost of nutrient that they may be lacking and increases the amount of water the user consumes.
This option allows the user to have a patch on them at any time, The patch gives the user the nutrients they need.
The chewing gum is used to replicate the behaviour of eating, the gum has a flavour which is based off of what pattern is on the patch.
With the chewing gum option it the user can either save the extra patches for their own use or share it with friends and family.


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We need to comply with regulations that require that communication originating from our users be monitored, stored and reviewed .on a regular basis. Is there a way to force email messages originating in evernote "share" function to be routed via our domain email handlers? Can we disable that function for our business users?
Also is there a way to force users –mechanically- to use the business book ONLY disabling the ability to create separate personal notes?
I have mentioned this "features" for years and no progress as far as I can tell.


Board Tradition—a retired cargo sailboat that now serves as a luxurious leisure vessel—for a sail to the Prickly Pear Cays, a small group of islands off Anguilla's coast. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming, a lobster lunch, and free time to walk white sand beaches. On the return trip, take advantage of the open bar and satisfy your sweet tooth with chocolate chip cookies and fresh watermelon.


A Hyderabadi feast in incomplete without some meaty haleem. Which is why we find it on that delicious looking spread by Kavya's office colleague. This show can give you serious hunger pangs and we'd recommend you make some delicacies before binge watching! Feature Image: Zyka Little Things Haleem Re..


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The STEREX SX-T features keypad operation and digital display for ease of use. This unit can be used with a footswitch and unswitched needle holder.
SX-T unit plus full accessories: mains lead, switched needle holder, 50 STEREX needles, sharps box, Après cosmetic cream, information leaflets and epilator manual.


Cook up a new experiment with the Scientist with Robot. Play with this set on its own or combine it with any other PLAYMOBIL set. Includes one figure, robot, tools, and other accessories. Recommended for ages four to ten.Warning. Choking Hazard. Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.


The BC84DCS is one another magnet in our unique line of countersunk magnets. This rectangular block is countersunk on both sides, making it reversible. The double countersunk hole allows for fastening to surfaces where magnets just won't stick! Great for woodworking, art projects, manufacturing and many other custom applications.
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Q: Material UI: How to vertically centre align an icon button? I have this tsx piece of code to show a text box and an icon button to add something:
<TextField id="outlined-basic" label="22Keyword" defaultValue={"test123"} variant="outlined" />
            <IconButton aria-label="delete">
                <AddCircleOutlineOutlinedIcon />
            </IconButton>

The output is like this:

As you can see, the "+" icon is not vertically aligned with middle of the textbox. I tried adding padding to the button but it ruins the circle that is shown when mouse is hovering and makes it like an oval:
<TextField id="outlined-basic" label="22Keyword" defaultValue={"test123"} variant="outlined" />
            <IconButton aria-label="delete" style={{paddingTop: 19}}>
                <AddCircleOutlineOutlinedIcon />
            </IconButton>

How can I say "all of these elements should be aligned"?

A: You can easily use Box component and flexbox.
<Box
  display="flex"
  alignItems="center"
>
  <TextField id="outlined-basic" label="22Keyword" defaultValue={"test123"} variant="outlined" />
            <IconButton aria-label="delete">
                <AddCircleOutlineOutlinedIcon />
            </IconButton>
</Box>

It supports all system properties.


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The most important component in your choice of cremation is to know who owns and operates the crematory. We operate our own crematory. Because we control all aspects of the cremation process, you are ensured of the highest standards of honesty, accountability and trust from our superbly trained, licensed staff. Knowing your our loved one never leaves our care will give you that much needed peace of mind.
Our directors may be reached 24/7 at (919) 231-6120 to answer any questions you may have, or to set up an appointment, at no obligation.
What makes A Choice Crematury unique when it comes to cremation?
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Our Crematory - We own and operate our own crematory for the exclusive use of the families we serve. Most providers do not own their own crematory and many outsource the entire process from the transfer and refrigeration to the cremation without ever identifying your loved one.
In Our Care - Once your loved one is in our care, they remain in the sanctity of our facility until the urn is returned to you or delivered to the service location. Many companies have multiple transfers of the body prior to reaching the contracted crematory and after the cremation, the urn maybe transferred multiple times until it returns to the family.
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Asciminib, a New Drug for Treating R/R CML
The investigational drug asciminib (being developed by Novartis) may become the new kid on the block for the treatment of chronic phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CMP-CP) for patients who have relapsed on or are refractory to at least two prior tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs).
New results from the ASCEMBL study (NCT03106779) show that patients who received asciminib, which works differently from currently approved therapies for CML-CP, achieved better responses compared to bosutinib (Bosulif) as third-line therapy.
"The ASCEMBL study opens a new chapter for CML, proving comparatively superior efficacy and excellent safety for a new class of ABL inhibitors," co-investigator Michael J. Mauro, MD, from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York City, told Medscape Medical News.
The trial was presented as a late-breaking abstract at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) 2020 virtual meeting.
Asciminib is a first-of-a-kind STAMP (Specifically Targeting the ABL Myristoyl Pocket) inhibitor
New Orleans health care workers hopeful as they line up for the coronavirus vaccine | Coronavirus
Just an hour after the first coronavirus vaccines arrived at Ochsner Health's Jefferson Highway main campus, they sat in glass vials in front of pharmacist Mona Moghareh.
Cameras livestreamed the moment. A small crowd and the Gov. John Bel Edwards looked on.
"It's an honor," said Moghareh, one of Ochsner's inpatient pharmacists who works on the hospital floor. She'd been waiting for this day for a long time.
"Is that considered a small needle for a vaccine?" Edwards asked.
Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards, right, talks with Debbie Ford, MSN, RN, center, chief nursing officer with Ochsner Medical Center, as she gets ready to receive the first coronavirus vaccine from Dr. Mona Moghareh, left, on Monday, December 14, 2020. (Photo by Chris Granger | The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate)
PHOTO BY CHRIS GRANGER
Moghareh, who has been mixing medications for coronavirus patients since March and will now be
Jada Pinkett Smith Raves About a $7 Face Mask for Radiant, Makeup-Free Skin at 49
Jada Pinkett Smith, 49, opened up about her skincare routine in a new YouTube video.
The Red Talk Table host swears by at-home facial steaming, going makeup-free, and staying hydrated for radiant skin.
Jada previously revealed a few of her go-to beauty products, which include an affordable toner and hyaluronic acid serum.
At 49, Jada Pinkett Smith is serious goals, whether she's wearing makeup or not. And in a new YouTube video, the Red Talk Table host finally opened up about the "home base" skincare routine responsible for her radiant complexion.
Jada explained that her skin type is normal to dry, but sometimes her T-zone can get oily. "I don't have a regular aesthetician that I go to. I may go get a professional facial maybe once or twice a year. So I've really learned how to take care of my skin," she said. "It's really all experimentation until you
U.K. Eases Restrictions on Blood Donation by Gay and Bisexual Men
The British government said it would ease restrictions on blood donations by gay and bisexual men beginning next summer in a shift lauded by LGBT activists as a significant step forward in promoting equality and reducing the stigma that some men say they still face because of their sexuality.
Under the new guidelines, people with a single sexual partner who have been with that partner for more than three months can donate blood, regardless of their gender, their partner's gender or their sexual orientation. The current rules call for a three-month wait after a man has had sex with another man.
"This is a positive step and recognizes individuals for the actions they take, rather than their sexual preference," said U.K. Health Secretary
Matt Hancock.
He said the change would safely expand the pool of available blood donors.
'This is a positive step and recognizes individuals for the actions
Rebel Wilson shows off her 30kg weight loss in skintight leggings as she hangs out with Mrs. Canada
Beauty queens! Slimmed down Rebel Wilson shows off her incredible 30kg weight loss in skintight leggings as she spends time with Mrs. Canada
By Chloe-lee Longhetti For Daily Mail Australia
Published: 19:50 EST, 14 December 2020 | Updated: 20:29 EST, 14 December 2020
She's dropped an incredible 30kg during her 'year of health' journey.
And this week, Rebel Wilson showed off her slimmed down figure as she enjoyed an evening with Mrs. Canada Globe, Lorelei Higgins.
The 40-year-old actress flaunted her weight loss in skintight leggings and a black blouse as the pair appeared to hang out at Rebel's home in LA.
Looking good! Rebel Wilson showed off her incredible 30kg weight loss in skintight leggings this week, as she hung out with Mrs. Canada Globe, Lorelei Higgins
Rebel posted pictures and videos of the pair on Instagram, and at one point tried on Lorelei's sash and jewelled crown.
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Huntsville Hospital: COVID vaccinations start Wednesday
COVID-19 vaccinations for frontline health care employees in north Alabama will start Wednesday morning and also be made available to physicians' offices and emergency medical responders, a Huntsville Hospital spokesman said Monday.
The hospital is expecting 6,825 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine to arrive Tuesday, hospital Senior Vice President Tracy Doughty said.
Another dose will be required in 21 days for full inoculation. The first-round doses are coming from the state, which is also holding the follow-up doses until they are needed. According to other AL.com reporting, half of the first doses will be allocated to hospital health care workers, 15 percent for EMS workers, 15 percent for physician offices, and 20 percent for other hospital staff.
Doughty briefed reporters late Monday on Huntsville's plan. As a example of early vaccinations, Doughty cited the staff at the hospital's Fever and Flu Clinic, which has been testing people for the virus
'Healing is coming': First Americans vaccinated as U.S. death toll passes 300,000
NEW YORK (Reuters) -A New York City intensive care unit nurse on Monday became the first person in the United States to receive a coronavirus vaccine, calling it a sign that "healing is coming," as the nation's COVID-19 death toll crossed a staggering 300,000 lives lost.
"I want to instill public confidence that the vaccine is
Reality Star Announces Pregnancy After Domestic Violence Concerns
A former Love & Hip Hop Hollywood star has announced that she and her husband are expecting a child together. Brandi Boyd and Marcus "Max Lux" Boyd will be welcoming their third child, according to the latest post on Brandi Boyd's Instagram page. The couple already has a son, Brandus, and a daughter, Cadence.
There were concerns of there being physical abuse going on in their marriage after Brandi Boyd broadcasted on Instagram Live during a heated argument with her husband. During the argument, Marcus Boyd could be heard saying:
"'Ronnie don't call me. I'm getting beat up'. You're gonna disrespect me to Ronnie too, b****? You think you're gonna disrespect me to the world Brandi! Is that what you think? You're not!"
At one point, Brandi Boyd then told their son, Brandus, to call 911 because his little sister was hit in her lip. Her husband
Five Mobile County hospitals to get Pfizer vaccine this week
Five hospitals in Mobile County will be part of the Alabama launch of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, according to an official with the Mobile County Health Department.
The hospitals will give the initial doses to frontline healthcare workers
Dr. Scott Chavers, an epidemiologist with the Mobile County Health Department, told AL.com on Friday that Mobile Infirmary, University Hospital, USA Children's and Women's Hospital, Providence Hospital and Springhill Medical Center are on the state's initial distribution lists.
He said the first phase of distribution, called "Phase 1a," will include 5,800 initial vaccine doses that will be distributed to the Mobile County area and will be specifically given to healthcare workers.
The Alabama Department of Public Health, last week, confirmed the state is expected to receive about 40,000 initial doses overall.
"They were chosen because of their capability of storing the vaccine at the ultralow temperatures required for the Pfizer vaccine at
Italian boy may have had the coronavirus in December last year, three months before the country's first official case
Researchers around the world are looking at blood samples taken in late 2019 to see if there are any early signs of the coronavirus. The latest example is of researchers looking at old blood samples taken from children in Milan. One boy's blood sample tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, and researchers say that it is similar to the strain that was found in Wuhan, according to the study published in Emerging Infectious Diseases.
The authors report that the sample was taken in early Dec. 2019, about three months earlier than the first official reported coronavirus case in Italy. The segment of viral genetic material was identified as matching the Wuhan and other strains of the coronavirus, although they could not identify it further as to which exact strain it was.
The child was not asymptomatic, which is why they took blood samples from him on


Located at the start of Fremantle's famous Cappuccino Strip, in a heritage listed terrace of main street shops, the store is easy to access for locals and tourists alike. Fremantle's character as a regional and tourist-oriented centre, rather than a hectic city, is particularly attractive to visitors from out of town. We offer products from Nikon, Panasonic, Olympus, GoPro, Canon, Sony, Pentax, Fujifilm, Tamron, Sigma, Lowepro, Bushnell, Polaroid, Impossible Project, Manfrotto, Cokin, Hoya, Joby, Korjo, Metz and Vanguard, among others. Our range includes cameras, lenses and lens accessories, drones, flashguns, lighting equipment, microphones, remote controls, cables, tripods, tripod heads and attachments, camera bags and straps, filters, batteries and memory cards and other storage devices. While digital photography is our key focus, specialist support is also provided to customers still using film cameras.
We process colour films and print from them in-house and keep stocks of a broad range of films always to hand. Instant photography – via Polaroid, Lomo, Impossible Project and Instax cameras – is also catered for. Printing services include enlargements on either paper or canvas and we can stretch and mount the canvas for you. A range of frames and albums is available for you to preserve or display your precious images.
We also print calendars and books and can transfer your favourite images to mugs, t-shirts, aprons, key-rings and more. Order prints on metal or photo blocks via our easy to use on-line service. Another vital service for customers is the transferring of old family movies and videos to DVDs so they can be preserved – and viewed on your latest home theatre equipment. In addition, we keep Fremantle's largest range of binoculars along with spotting scopes and telescopes.
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The crow explosion has created a moral quandary for Japan, a nation that prides itself on nonviolence and harmony with nature, because culling programs are the only truly effective method of population control.
In Kagoshima, they are even trying to outsmart the Crow Patrol. The birds have begun building dummy nests as decoys to draw patrol members away from their real nests.
Well, after all those years of humans putting up scarecrows, turnabout is fair play.
It could be worse. The crows are displaying intelligence somewhat superior to the average Nigerian 419 scammer, but they haven't figured out what the infrastructure they keep wrecking is actually good for. Yet. When they start pirating internet service... watch out.
There's no reason for Hillary Clinton to stop running for president. Harold Stassen never had to stop running either.
Brad DeLong, a professor at Berkeley, sent a letter to the faculty senate chair asking him, in modest, reasoned terms, to have someone look into whether it's the best idea for John "Torture Memo" Yoo to be employed at the school as a teacher and role model for new young lawyers.
Creating the panel you recommend to examine Prof. Yoo's conduct would be defamatory on the face of it. Besides that, there's the practical problem of finding committee members with the expertise you outline.
On the second point, Drummond clearly doth protest too much: another pseudonymous Charles has fun listing numerous qualified committee members from Berkeley's own faculty.
But consider the first: can merely raising questions be defamatory? Well, the questions are being raised, regardless. If Drummond really thinks they're unjust, and that his faculty member is being maligned by them, I can think of worse ways to deal with the situation than convening a few of his colleagues to investigate the matter, say how they're unjust, and provide a half-decent defense.
But Drummond doesn't want to do that. It's almost as if he knows damn well what would come out of that kind of inquiry, and he just doesn't want to hear it.
Meanwhile, in Brazil, Linux is becoming very popular. Why? Well, one reason is that the Windows license on a home PC costs something like 10% of per capita income. That's not for the computer, just the software license. Several major Linux distributions are free. And that would make even more of a difference in the even poorer countries which are being targeted by the One Laptop Per Child project.
Which explains why, after a shakeup, OLPC leadership is now talking up a Windows port. Gotta get those kids hooked early. If they get the notion that it's permissible, or even desirable, to tinker with the system at every level to solve third-world problems that no first-world denizen would never anticipate, why, then... they'd never learn to appreciate the advantages of Windows.
"We're going to go right at OPEC," Clinton said, on a last-minute campaign swing ahead of Tuesday's Indiana and North Carolina primary clashes against her Democratic rival Barack Obama.
"They can no longer be a cartel, a monopoly that get together once every couple of months in some conference room in some plush place in the world," Clinton said, sparking cheers in a crowded fire station.
So, what's going to stop them?
The Yale law school grad is proposing to somehow make US antitrust law binding on foreign governments. A bold stroke --- but so was the Charge of the Light Brigade. Does she, perhaps, have a backup plan?
... and also promised to tackle the group through the World Trade Organisation, if she is elected president.
So, let's consider. What the WTO can do, if one member accuses another of unfair trade practices, is authorize trade sanctions. The usual thing is that the victim (apparently, us) gets to raise tariffs on the miscreant nation's products. But since our only major import from most of these countries is oil, that would amount to raising the tax on gas (and other petroleum by-products), which she just proposed to lower. So, perhaps she's got another idea?
Well, an alternative sort of trade sanction might be to slap some kind of export duty on whatever it is that these countries buy from us. Which would either punish these countries, if they kept on buying from us --- or punish our exporters, as the OPEC members went on to buy whatever-it-is from somebody else. Like, say, France, whose president has been going on international trips lately with an entourage of CEOs hunting up business, including a much-publicized trip a few months back to the oil patch.
She's got a gun with a laser sight, and two of her toes are already gone. Stop her, before she shoots again!
More: Hillary supporter Sen. Robert Menendez on MSNBC: "Thank god that we don't have economists making, necessarily, public policy...". Gee, I wonder what Ben Bernanke would have to say about that?
This morning, George Stephanopoulos began his televised interview with Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton by asking if she could name a single economist who supported her plan for a gas-tax suspension.
... if the supply of a good is more or less unresponsive to the price, the price to consumers will always rise until the quantity demanded falls to match the quantity supplied. [Emphasis added.] Cut taxes, and all that happens is that the pretax price rises by the same amount.
Stephanopoulos turned the mike over to a woman who said she supported Obama and said she makes less than $25,000 a year.
"I do feel pandered to when you talk about suspending the gas tax," the woman said, adding: "Call me crazy but I actually listen to economists because I think they know what they've studied."
So, what of Hillary herself? She's touting a plan that's nonsense the way Dubya's war plans were nonsense; the reasons it can't work are widely acknowledged facts which aren't seriously disputed by anyone with relevant knowledge.
Perhaps, after days of publicly touting this proposal, she still doesn't know she's selling snake oil. Or maybe she knows, but doesn't care. But either way, in now flatly rejecting the very notion of expert advice (to the astonishment of some experts who thought they were advising her), she has left the reality based community.
Note: last paragraph edited late; the point was getting lost. Also, I'm a bit uncomfortable with the argument here because there are points --- like so-called "Washington consensus" policy on the economic management of developing countries, where there is at least a rough consensus among economists that I'd dispute. But in those cases, you can find prominent experts, like Joseph Stiglitz, who dispute the consensus. This is confusion of a different order. She's just getting simple sums wrong, and blowing smoke when called on it.


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World TV Revamps Site to Entice a Younger Audience
Katie Donnelly
How can public media spur multi-platform engagement through a national TV channel? That's the challenge that was posed to the team developing WorldCompass.org, the companion website for the World TV channel, a news and documentary channel now available in parts of 32 states.
The World channel, originally called PBS World, was piloted in 2007 in the northeast U.S., putting PBS programs (mostly documentaries) that were still in rights on a 24-hour channel. The channel went national in 2007. In 2009, WGBH instigated an effort to turn the channel into a multimedia project that invited new voices to public media. (To date, the World channel has not conducted national ratings, although a plan to obtain national numbers is in the works.)
Funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the World channel is the result of a collaborative partnership. The channel is produced and distributed by WGBH Boston, WNET New York and American Public Television in association with PBS and the National Educational Telecommunications Association, which is more commonly known as NETA.
The website has a slightly different makeup of partners. WorldCompass.org is managed by WGBH, with American Public Television overseeing marketing and managing relationships with stations. The site has also pulled together a team of informal advisors from across the system to offer feedback on a multi-platform strategy.
Read the rest of this article on MediaShift!


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Little Frances Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2019
750ml / Minimal Intervention
An 80/20 blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, packed full of fresh citrus, flashes of tropical fruits, zippy refreshing acidity with a slightly grassy character from the Sauvignon Blanc. - Felix G
Erin Pooley has been making wine under the Little Frances label since 2012, initially producing a single site Semillon but not from the Hunter Valley! All of the wines under the Little Frances label were produced from specific sites across California, inspired to create table wines that celebrate Californian grapes with a lighter touch.
Her range includes a Semillon coming from a high altitude vineyard in Lake County, towards the northern part of the Napa Valley. It's from the 2015 vintage, which means the wine is starting to show those toastier secondary characters we love from Semillon. Lake County is predominantly planted with Bordeaux varieties, so she was able to source a small parcel of Sauvignon Blanc from the same vineyard to make a fresher blend, more approachable in its youth. There's even a Chenin Blanc in the range (so that's Pete taken care of...). Rounding things out is her Merlot - certainly not traditional in approach and we thank her for it. A much fresher, lighter, gently extracted rendition of Merlot that we would love to see more of!
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Q: How to change the value of an object inside an array - Javascript const nonsense = [{x: '1'}];
console.log(nonsense.indexOf({x: '1'})); // prints -1

I don't understand why it's printing -1 even though the specified object clearly exists in the array.

A: objects are compared by their reference, not by their values.
object inside nonsense array is a different object from the object you passed to indexOf function even though they have same key-value pairs.
Following code will give you the correct index

const obj = {x: '1'};
const nonsense = [obj];

console.log(nonsense.indexOf(obj));

A: As, in javaScript the objects are compared by reference, not by the values.

const nonsense = [{x: '1'}];
console.log(nonsense.map(o => o.x).indexOf('1'));

or, probably with better performance for larger arrays:
console.log(nonsense.findIndex(o => o.x ==='1'));


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Michael Cardigan (St. Joe Louis) x Daniel Joseph – "What You Gonna Do"
https://twitter.com/michaelcardigan
https://twitter.com/DanielJoseph
http://instagram.com/michael_cardigan
In his latest single "What You Gonna Do (P*ssy)," Michael Cardigan 1/3 of the group St. Joe Louis decides to take an informal survey over Krill Krak production, along with Daniel Joseph. Decidedly the pareidolia settles in quickly on the hook and the seemingly happy record becomes oddly menacing sort of like a clown face. Sometimes asking the right question is more important than having the right answer.
Artist Corner (InstaGram), Artist Corner (M1uRadio Facebook Group), Artist Corner (SoundCloud), Artist Corner (Twitter) Michael Cardigan (St. Joe Louis) x Daniel Joseph
NephLon Don Ft. Miles Davis, Royce Rizzy & DJ YRS Jerzy – Gone Get It (Prod. By Tommy Ross)
Chox-Mak Ft. DJ YRS Jerzy – Jazz Rant (Prod. By Dr.G)