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Boissei-la-Lande est une commune française, située dans le département de l'Orne en région Normandie, peuplée de .

Géographie

Climat
Le climat qui caractérise la commune est qualifié, en 2010, de « climat océanique dégradé des plaines du Centre et du Nord », selon la typologie des climats de la France qui compte alors huit grands types de climats en métropole. En 2020, la commune ressort du type « climat océanique altéré » dans la classification établie par Météo-France, qui ne compte désormais, en première approche, que cinq grands types de climats en métropole. Il s'agit d'une zone de transition entre le climat océanique, le climat de montagne et le climat semi-continental. Les écarts de température entre hiver et été augmentent avec l'éloignement de la mer. La pluviométrie est plus faible qu'en bord de mer, sauf aux abords des reliefs.

Les paramètres climatiques qui ont permis d'établir la typologie de 2010 comportent six variables pour les températures et huit pour les précipitations, dont les valeurs correspondent à la normale 1971-2000. Les sept principales variables caractérisant la commune sont présentées dans l'encadré ci-après.

Avec le changement climatique, ces variables ont évolué. Une étude réalisée en 2014 par la Direction générale de l'Énergie et du Climat complétée par des études régionales prévoit en effet que la  température moyenne devrait croître et la pluviométrie moyenne baisser, avec toutefois de fortes variations régionales. Ces changements peuvent être constatés sur la station météorologique de Météo-France la plus proche, « Pin Au Haras-Inra », sur la commune du Pin-au-Haras, mise en service en 1968 et qui se trouve à  à vol d'oiseau, où la température moyenne annuelle est de  et la hauteur de précipitations de  pour la période 1981-2010. Sur la station météorologique historique la plus proche, « Alençon - Valframbert », sur la commune d'Alençon,  mise en service en 1946 et à , la température moyenne annuelle évolue de  pour la période 1971-2000 à  pour 1981-2010, puis à  pour 1991-2020.

Urbanisme

Typologie
Boissei-la-Lande est une commune rurale, car elle fait partie des communes peu ou très peu denses, au sens de la grille communale de densité de l'Insee.

Par ailleurs la commune fait partie de l'aire d'attraction d'Argentan, dont elle est une commune de la couronne. Cette aire, qui regroupe , est catégorisée dans les aires de moins de .

Occupation des sols

L'occupation des sols de la commune, telle qu'elle ressort de la base de données européenne d'occupation biophysique des sols Corine Land Cover (CLC), est marquée par l'importance des territoires agricoles (100 % en 2018), une proportion identique à celle de 1990 (100 %). La répartition détaillée en 2018 est la suivante : prairies (54,8 %), terres arables (39,9 %), zones agricoles hétérogènes (5,3 %).

L'IGN met par ailleurs à disposition un outil en ligne permettant de comparer l'évolution dans le temps de l'occupation des sols de la commune (ou de territoires à des échelles différentes). Plusieurs époques sont accessibles sous forme de cartes ou photos aériennes : la carte de Cassini (), la carte d'état-major (1820-1866) et la période actuelle (1950 à aujourd'hui).

Toponymie

Le nom de la localité est attesté sous la forme Buxeio au début du  siècle.

Le toponyme est issu du gallo-roman BUXU (latin buxus) « buis ». De l'oïl *boissei « ensemble de buis ». L'étymologie est similaire à celle d'autres communes ornaises telles Boissy-Maugis, Boëcé et Boucé.

Dans ce toponyme, Lande n'est qu'une corruption, de Londe, officialisée au  siècle, du norrois Lundr, « bosquet » (un hameau de la commune s'appelle toujours la Londe).

Histoire
Avant la Révolution, la seigneurie de Boissei appartient un temps aux familles de Heudey et de Viel des Parquets.

Politique et administration

Le conseil municipal est composé de onze membres dont le maire et deux adjoints.

Démographie

Économie

Lieux et monuments

 Église Notre-Dame : édifice de style roman à nef unique commencé à partir du  ; autres périodes de construction : - ; - ; cadran solaire datant de 1640. Inscription partielle aux Monuments historiques en 1986 puis totale en 2006.
 Ferme de l'Église : ensemble de bâtiments entourant une cour en quadrilatère comprenant un manoir du  siècle flanqué de trois tours carrées, deux de part et d'autre de la façade principale et une à l'arrière de l'édifice, et possédant à l'intérieur un escalier d'honneur en bois du  siècle à balustres carrés. Le tout se poursuit par plusieurs communs, un pressoir, une grange à dîme, un ancien manoir du  avec à l'arrière une tour d'escalier circulaire du  siècle percée de meurtrières, une ancienne motte féodale à l'état de vestiges et des traces de douves au nord. Inscription à l'inventaire supplémentaire des Monuments historiques en 1986.

Activité et manifestations

Personnalités liées à la commune
Le dessinateur Reiser a vécu à Boissei-la-Lande pendant son enfance..

Voir aussi
 Liste des communes de l'Orne

Notes et références

Notes

Références
 Altitudes, coordonnées, superficie : répertoire géographique des communes 2013 (site de l'IGN, téléchargement du 19 mars 2014)

Liens externes

 Résumé statistique de Boissei-la-Lande sur le site de l'Insee

Boissei-la-Lande
Aire d'attraction d'Argentan

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Setting the Record Straight (Part I)
If Homerism decided to devote his time to rebutting all of the worthless crap spouted by college football pundits and personalities, I might make it through a day's worth of material before I die. So, normally, I try to find the important stuff in circulation and stick to that. After all, what's that saying about arguing with fools?
Occasionally, though, I come across some piece of bloviation that irks me to the point that I just can't let it go. Somehow I managed to find two in one day. I'll address one now and another at some point in the next couple days.
Colin Cowherd's Top Seven College Football Programs
While his blog post doesn't rank the schools, he outlined his version of the pecking order on his show Tuesday:
1. USC
2. Florida
3. LSU
4. Texas
5. Oklahoma
6. Ohio St.
7. Virginia Tech
OK, as I've written before, I actually enjoy Herd's show. I don't always agree with his viewpoints, but I do appreciate his willingness to play the contrarian. He typically offers compelling, thoughtful takes, even when Homerism suspects Herd is pandering for ratings.
When it comes to his show's wheelhouse, college football, Herd loves to take jabs at Oklahoma and Sooner head coach "SpongeBob Bowl Flop." Given the passion of OU fans, it's not a bad ploy if he wants to rattle some cages. On the other hand, if he really detests the OU program and Sooner fans as much as he claims, that's fine with Homerism. It's not Cowherd's job to be objective. He also claims to love Texas and USC, two fan bases that don't exactly have hospitable relationships with Sooner Nation, so it's understandable that he'd be predisposed in such a way.
But, using his own criteria during his specified timeframe of the last 10 years--wins, "big wins," conference titles and players sent to the NFL--the only way the 'Horns should be ranked ahead of OU is if it's a misprint. How do the two programs stack up?
Texas: 1.33
Oklahoma: 5.33
*Although OU is recognized as the 2008 Big 12 champion, I'll count the title for that year as being split three ways between OU, Texas and Texas Tech. Hence, the "*" in this case.
NFL Draft Picks
Texas: 42
Oklahoma: 44
Texas: 106-23 (.821)
Oklahoma: 109-24 (.820)
"Big Wins"
Head-to-Head: OU, 6-4
Big 12 Championship Games: OU 6-1; Texas 1-2
Bowl Games: Texas 7-3 (3-0 in BCS); OU 4-6 (2-5 in BCS)
National Championships: OU 1; Texas 1
So... Let's call overall wins and draft picks a draw, even though OU has a slight lead in both. When it comes to conference titles, it's not even remotely close.
And that leaves big wins. Seeing as the two programs are sworn enemies and one of them has won the Big 12 South every year during this period, Homerism thinks a two-game advantage in head-to-head matchups is pretty important. If you count the conference championship as a big game, and I don't see why you wouldn't, that's an enormous advantage in favor of the Sooners.
Then there's the matter of bowl games. There's no doubt that Texas has made the most of its bowl appearances in the last 10 years, especially in its three BCS games. Vince Young led the Longhorns to a national title in a game for the ages against a stellar USC team.
Meanwhile, to say OU has hit a cold streak lately would be an understatement. But, if BCS games are such a big deal, doesn't the fact that OU is actually playing in them mean anything? Put the Sooners in the Cotton Bowl against Mississippi State, and I like their chances, too. While the Sooners were losing to Boise St. in the Fiesta Bowl, Texas was beating Iowa in the Alamo Bowl. If you think it's better to bang the prostitute than strike out at the bar with an "8," then I guess we'll have to agree to disagree, Herd.
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Lysogenic Bacteria as an Experimental Model at the Pasteur Institute (1915-1965)
Lysogenic bacteria, or virus-infected bacteria, were the primary experimental models used by scientists working in the laboratories of the Pasteur Institute in Paris, France, during the 1950s and 1960s. Historians of science have noted that the use of lysogenic bacteria as a model in microbiological research influenced the scientific achievements of the Pasteur Institute's scientists.
Subject: Organisms, Experiments
Studies of Thalidomide's Effects on Rodent Embryos from 1962-2008
Thalidomide is a sedative drug introduced to European markets on 1 October 1957 after extensive testing on rodent embryos to ensure its safety. Early laboratory tests in rodent populations showed that pregnant rodents could safely use it, so doctors prescribed Thalidomide to treat morning sickness in pregnant women. However, in humans Thalidomide interfered with embryonic and fetal development in ways not observed in rodent tests.
Subject: Organisms, Reproduction, Disorders
Golden Rice was engineered from normal rice by Ingo Potrykus and Peter Beyer in the 1990s to help improve human health. Golden Rice has an engineered multi-gene biochemical pathway in its genome. This pathway produces beta-carotene, a molecule that becomes vitamin A when metabolized by humans. Ingo Potrykus worked at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, Switzerland, and Peter Beyer worked at University of Freiburg, in Freiburg, Germany. The US Rockefeller Foundation supported their collaboration.
Subject: Organisms, Legal
Intraspecies Chimeras Produced in Laboratory Settings (1960-1975)
When cells-but not DNA-from two or more genetically distinct individuals combine to form a new individual, the result is called a chimera. Though chimeras occasionally occur in nature, scientists have produced chimeras in a laboratory setting since the 1960s. During the creation of a chimera, the DNA molecules do not exchange genetic material (recombine), unlike in sexual reproduction or in hybrid organisms, which result from genetic material exchanged between two different species. A chimera instead contains discrete cell populations with two unique sets of parental genes.
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Q: r expand.grid to give every combination - not as expected I'm not even sure how to give this a better, and not obviously duplicate type, title but I think this is a different question about expand.grid.
I have a list of variables for which I need a data.frame or list of every possible combination to feed into a bit of ordinal regression.
The list:
> indVars <- as.list(c("T.P","T.M","T.S","E"))

Desired output:
  > out List of (?)
: "T.P"
: "T.M"
: "T.S"
: "E"
: "T.P" "T.M"
: "T.P" "T.S"
: "T.P" "E"
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: "T.P" "T.M" "T.S" "E"

Attempted:

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*expand.grid(indVars) gives a single row
> expand.grid(indVars)
   Var1 Var2 Var3 Var4
1  T.P  T.M  T.S  E

*expand.grid(indVars,indVars) gives 16 rows of all two variable combinations but doesn't do 3 or four AND where indVars[i]==indVars[i] (so you get rows like
> expand.grid(indVars,indVars)[1,]
   Var1 Var2
1  T.P  T.P

*Logic says expand.grid(indVars,indVars,indVars,indVars) to give all up to combinations (256 of them) but again you end up with rows with multiple instances of the same indVar.  For example:
> expand.grid(indVars,indVars,indVars,indVars)[241,]
     Var1  Var2  Var3 Var4
241  T.P   T.P   E    E
Request: Can someone point out how to expand this list of 4 variables into every combination of 1,2,3 and 4 of them with no duplicates?

A: Possibly this is an XY problem and there is a better aproach to do the ordinal regression.
I suspect that order doesn't matter. Use combn:
res <- lapply(seq_along(indVars), combn, x = indVars, simplify = FALSE)
unlist(res, FALSE)

# [[1]]
# [1] "T.P"
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# [[2]]
# [1] "T.M"
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# [1] "T.P" "E"
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Is it possible to have too much fun in the sun? For dogs, the answer is yes. In fact, it may not take long for a dog's body temperature to reach dangerous levels, leading to heatstroke.
It's a potentially life-threatening condition in which the core body temperature rises to around 105 °F or higher (normal temperature for a dog is 99.5 °F to 102.5 °F). When the body's ability to cool down is overwhelmed, it can lead to shock and organ damage. It's estimated that more than 40 percent of dogs with heatstroke die or are humanely euthanized.
Everyone knows you shouldn't leave your dog alone in the car in the summer. Even if you crack the windows or have a light-colored interior, it doesn't really help. The temperature inside a car can rise 20 °F in just 10 minutes. On a 75 °F day, the car interior can heat up to almost 110 °F in just 30 minutes.
Temperatures can also get unexpectedly high in a yard with no shade, and dogs with no access to shelter can get overheated. Or when they are left unattended in a grooming dryer after being washed. Dogs can also overheat from strenuous exercise, and the effect is compounded when dogs exercise in hot, humid weather. Imagine jogging on a hot day while clad in a fur coat. That's how sweltering it can feel for a dog to go for a run in the summer. But unlike people, who perspire to cool off, dogs generally don't perspire (except for on their footpads). Instead, they dissipate heat by panting.
When the dog can't pant enough to cool down, its body temperature can continue to rise to dangerous levels.
Although any dog can succumb to heatstroke, some breeds may be more susceptible.
Since dogs rely on their respiratory systems to cool down, those that normally have trouble breathing can be predisposed to heatstroke. That includes dogs with pushed-in noses (brachycephalic breeds) such as English bulldogs, pugs and Boston terriers.
Dogs such as Labradors and golden retrievers, who can be prone to laryngeal paralysis (another condition that can make breathing a challenge) can be susceptible to heatstroke as well. Obesity, heart disease and lung disease can make it more difficult to breathe. Finally, very old and very young dogs may have more trouble regulating their body heat.
The signs of heatstroke can vary from mild to severe depending on the length of heat exposure and underlying health problems. Signs may include panting, drooling, red or pale gums, staggering, collapse, seizures and loss of consciousness.
If your dog shows any of these signs, seek veterinary care immediately. If possible, quickly start the cooling process before you hop in the car by spraying the dog with room-temperature (not cold) water or applying wet towels to the body.
Avoid ice-cold water, because that can cause vessels under the skin to constrict, making it more difficult for heat to dissipate. The key is to cool the dog down gradually.
Do not submerge your dog in a bathtub. Dogs with heatstroke may not be fully conscious and could potentially drown.
Then, drive to the clinic with the air conditioner on or the windows down.
Cooling efforts, including intravenous fluids, will continue at the clinic as they assess your dog. Because heatstroke can cause blood clotting abnormalities and permanent damage to many important organs, your dog likely will need to be hospitalized for continued treatment and monitoring.
On hot, humid days, keep brachycephalic and obese dogs, as well as those with laryngeal paralysis, indoors.
Take short walks in the morning or evening when temperatures are lower.
Never leave your dog in the car during warm months, even for a few minutes.
If your dog is outdoors, make sure it has access to shade and plenty of water.
Any time you notice your dog panting excessively during warm weather, seek rest in the shade or air conditioning.
If traveling with your dog to a hotter or more humid location, allow the dog at least two weeks to acclimate before increasing exercise.


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Joint European Compound Library
Public Compound Collection
EU Screening Centre
Honest Data Broker
EFPIA
Drug target & assays
Rights and obligations (2013-2018)
Supporting documents for proposal submission
HomeResultsProgress
Since its launch in January 2013 and after having set up all necessary facilities, the European Lead Factory had rapidly delivered its first results. The first qualified hit list (QHL) was delivered in May 2014 and many more have followed since. The compounds in these lists have formed the basis of further programmes within the EU Lead Factory, which have resulted in highly active compounds validated with biochemical, biophysical and in some cases x-ray crystallographic data. For a more detailed overview of what programmes have delivered, go to the results page.
In addition, over 200,000 unprecedented compounds have been synthesised and added to the Joint European Compound Library (JECL). Together with the more than 300,000 compounds of the EFPIA collection, over 500,000 compounds are available in the JECL for screening.
Become part of this success story! If you have a screening assay for a drug target to treat a human disease in an innovative way, read more on the pages for drug target proposers on how you can participate and benefit.
Drug targets
So far, more than 2,400 hit compounds and 3,000 bespoke compounds have been handed over to European academics and SMEs to kick-start their drug development programmes.
By June 2018, 88 drug targets have been accepted by the Screening Selection Committee. No less than 72 have completed the ultra-HTS campaign and 72 Qualified Hit Lists have been delivered by the European Screening Centre. Of these 38 programmes have progressed even further into the Improved Hit List phase, at the programme owners' choice, getting the opportunity to further develop these initial hits with additional studies funded by IMI, including for example resynthesis, hit expansion, DMPK and crystallography. As a consequence, 37 Improved Hit Lists have been delivered and more than 40 crystal structures solved.
Library designs
On average 250 compounds based on exciting new chemistries have been synthesized daily in the European Lead Factory over the past four years. The majority of these have now been screened against potential drug targets.
The Public Chemistry Consortium has now successfully validated almost 500 library proposals and has produced over 200,000 compounds by June 2018. Together with the compounds from EFPIA, more than 500,000 compounds are available in the Screening Set in 2019.
As such, the goal supplement the Joint European Compound Library with 200,000 publicly sourced compounds to the existing 300,000+ EFPIA compounds in by May 2018 have been achieved.
Contact the programme office to know more about how you can interact with the European Lead Factory
The European Lead Factory welcomes new innovative screening proposals
The European Lead Factory is excited to continue running high quality programmes and is looking forward to receiving more innovative screening proposals.
The success story continues: new funding for the European Lead Factory
The European Lead Factory (ELF) secured a total project budget of EUR 36.5 million under the second framework of the Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI). 20 partners in 7 countries will push forward the transformation of potential drug targets to new medicines in the new project ESCulab (...
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The research leading to these results has received support from the Innovative Medicines Initiative Joint Undertaking under grant agreement n' 115489, resources of which are composed of financial contribution from the European Union's Seventh Framework Programme (FP7 / 2007-2013) and EFPIA companies' in kind contribution.
This project has also received funding from the Innovative Medicines Initiative 2 Joint Undertaking (JU) under grant agreement No 806948: 'ESCulab: European Screening Centre; Unique Library for Attractive Biology'. The JU receives support from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme and EFPIA and Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV).


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Where is the best soil in the United States?
Farming is an industry that requires a lot more than passion, effort, and perseverance. Starting a farm requires knowledge of the earth, the winds, the sky, and the cycles of life that play out on earth. For millennia, humans have depended on the dirt beneath our feet for sustenance. We have learned to read and decipher the signs and the science of a good crop.
New and aspiring farmers are often at a loss as to how to choose farmland wisely. There are quite a few factors to consider when choosing. Soil fertility, climatic conditions, price of land, average salaries, and ultimately, the most favorable niche.
The mollisols are widely known as the best soils in the United States. Extremely fertile and of neutral pH, mollisols constitute a large part of the Wheat Belt and the wheat-growing area of Palouse in eastern Washington. They can also be found in the belt of Illinois and Iowa.
Read on to find out the best as well as the most affordable states to farm, in the USA.
Where is the best and most affordable soil in the United States?
These are the best and most affordable states to farm in the USA. We have sorted them according to three factors. Soil fertility, land prices and the existing opportunities.
1. Vermont
Vermont has a variety of soils, but its official state soil is the Tunbridge soil, which is loamy and acidic in nature. This type of soil is formed in glacial tills. The large sand particles found in loamy soil, aid drainage and airflow within the soil. The smaller silt particles promote the retention of moisture and are abundant in nutrients. Loamy soil also contains particles of nutrient-rich clay (besides sand and silt), which enhances soil retention and balances the moisture content of the soil.
Locally grown, organic food is quite popular in Vermont since there are about 250 farmer's markets for a population of about 630,000 people. Vermont is ranked number one on an average of several factors including farming infrastructure, investments, impact on the ecosystem and others by the Union of Concerned Scientists. The price of land, per acre, in Vermont is around the national average of $2900.
Vermont's hilly terrain makes is ideal for livestock as well as hay cultivation. The state is the largest hay producer in New England. Although 70% of the agricultural economy of Vermont is accounted for by dairy, a variety of food products like apples, honey, corn, maple syrup, etc., are popularly cultivated.
2. Nebraska
Nebraska is rich in mollisols, the product of thousands of years of decomposition of the prairie grasses. Another major soil type found in Nebraska are entisols which are found on floodplains and sandhills.
The official state soil of Nebraska is the Holdrege soil which allows high yields owing to its natural fertility and great moisture retention capacity. Nebraska's corn yields are the third-largest in the U.S., producing $6.3 billion worth of corn in 2018 alone. This is made possible by the warm weather and the even rainfall received in the state.
The important crops grown in Nebraska include corn, wheat, soybeans, hay, oilseeds, dry peas, etc. Cattle and livestock farming are also a billion-dollar industry in the state.
The state was ranked fourth in the U.S for commercial red meat production. Agriculture is central to the culture and economy of the state, and as its leading industry, contributes more than $25 billion annually to Nebraska's economy. Farms and ranches occupy around 92% of the state's total land area.
3. California
The agriculture industry in California is huge, thanks to the ideal climatic conditions and the fertility of the soil. California produces more than 200 varieties of crops, some of which are exclusive to the state.
Crops grown in the state include almonds, apricots, figs, dates, walnuts, pistachios, prunes and olives. The state leads the production of wheat, grapes, strawberries, avocados, lemons, melons, peaches, oranges and plums.
It is also one of the largest producers of products like tomatoes, lettuce, broccoli and carrots as well as asparagus, cauliflower, celery, garlic, mushrooms, onions, and peppers.
The average price per acre in California is anywhere between $5000 and $12000, as of 2019. The state's agriculture has flourished over the last half a century, now amounting to over a $54 billion industry. Gross agricultural production in the San Joaquin Valley alone was estimated at around $39 billion in 2014.
The Official State soil of California is the San Joaquin soil which occupies large areas of the San Joaquin and Sacramento Valleys. With proper management, this soil has proved to yield billions in terms of agricultural wealth.
Historically, this soil has provided ample grazing grounds for livestock as well as wildlife habitat. The requirements of suburban and urban development in cities like Fresno has made it increasingly important to understand the properties of San Joaquin soil. It is worth noting that this soil has limitations in terms of irrigated crops as well as septic tank absorption fields.
Other factors to consider are the effects of global climate change and drought tendencies in California.
Iowa has some of the richest and most productive of soils in the world. Around 90 percent of its land being used for agriculture, the state ranks second in the nation for agricultural production, after California.
The Tama soils of Iowa occur in 28 Iowa counties as well as in parts of other, neighboring states. These soils are predominantly formed by wind-blown, silt-sized particles, called 'loess'. This soil is characterized by its silty, clay and loam textures. Like the soils of Nebraska and Illinois, the Tama soils were also influenced by the presence of the prairie grasslands.
Although this soil is highly productive and extremely fertile, erosion of the silt-sized particles by flowing water is a major concern. Hence, conservation practices and management of the soil is vital to its health and performance. 'No-till' farming is fast becoming popular among farmers in this region. This approach is useful in improving soil structure, increasing organic matter and moisture content since it does not involve plowing the land surface. This has helped improve the soil profile and thus reduce erosion.
Iowa is the largest corn-producing state of the Corn Belt and cultivated about $8.7 billion worth of corn in 2018 alone. It is also a leading producer of soybeans. Iowa is home to around 220 farmer markets which provides the citizens with locally produced, fresh food. Other crops grown in the state include oats and hay, red clover, flaxseed, rye and wheat. Vegetables like cabbages, cucumbers, green beans, onions, potatoes and sweet corn, are also produced.
New York is often associated with a bustling cityscape. On the other hand, New York is also home to close to 7 million acres of farmland. The state has a $3.6 billion agriculture industry and leads the production of cottage cheese, apples, cabbages, milk, grapes, maple syrup, wine and cauliflower. Around one-fourth of the land area of the state is dedicated to agriculture with a diversity of crops ranging from fresh fruits, vegetables, hay and grains to livestock.
The state of New York unofficially recognizes Honeoye as the state soil, which is used in the cultivation of several crops like corn, soy, alfalfa, wheat, vegetables, oats, pasture and hay, grapes and orchards. These soils are deep and well-drained with traces of limestones and shale. It is one of the most important natural resources of the state.
6. New Mexico
New Mexico has a historical tryst with agriculture. In native cultures, squash, corn and beans were known as the 'Three Sisters'. These crops were always cultivated together on each square foot of land, forming a poly-culture system. These plants, especially maize, is deeply rooted in native cultures and mythologies.
The indigenous modes of agriculture and the techniques brought in by the Spanish colonizers intermingled to create unique methods and products. New Mexico ranks third in the production of pecans, other crops onions, chile, cotton, hay and corn are also produced.
Native Americans constitute 24% of the state's ranches and farms. Livestock and dairy herds are one of the biggest contributors to the industry. New Mexico is the biggest cultivator of chile pepper in the nation.
The state has a desert climate with abundant wind and sun. Irrigation is necessary for agriculture in this region, while growing seasons are quite diverse across the state. The geographical diversity of the state has resulted in four regions and seven life zones with different species of animals and plants thriving in each region.
Land prices in New Mexico are relatively lower than that of other states in the country. The state soil of New Mexico is the Penistaja soil. The word 'Penistaja' which comes from the Navajo language, translates to 'forced to sit'. These soils are ideal for local agriculture and livestock grazing, although they are prone to wind erosion. The Penistaja soils are formed in arid or semi-arid climates and typically fall under the soil category of 'aridisols'. This type of soil might require more irrigation, investment and maintenance.
In conclusion, making the choice to transition into the agriculture business, depends on everything from land prices and soil fertility to climatic and political conditions. The United States is known for its natural diversity of soil and climate. Certain crops and farming techniques do well under certain conditions while others do not. The key is in making an informed decision.
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The purpose of this report is to describe the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) role in promoting highway safety since the highway safety improvement program was initiated in 1964. Highway safety has been an essential objective of FHWA since the beginning of the Federal-aid highway program. However, the emphasis has been increasing since 1964, when FHWA initiated a program to promote highway safety improvements at locations identified as hazardous. The Federal-aid highway safety program activities include the Spot Safety Improvement Program, the railroad-highway crossing improvement program, and the TOPICS Program. Recent Federal-aid legislation have designated categorical funds for specific types of highway safety improvements such as pavement markings and unsafe bridges. Another major effort of FHWA has been the development of improved highway design standards that would provide safer highways. These include both freeway and non-freeway design; roadside features such as impact attenuators and other protection devices; roadway surface improvements in skid resistance and studded tire regulations; traffic control devices; maintenance techniques; improving the driving environment and motorists assistance; and, assessing the potential payoffs of highway safety improvements prior to their installation.


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The Dahle Model 552 is one of a series of rolling paper trimmers designed for heavy duty applications. The model 552 incorporates several features that allow for safe, clean, and precise paper cutting. The cutting blades are encased in a plastic housing that virtually eliminates the chance of personal injury. The rotary action of this trimmer allows for the blade to cut in either direction and sharpen itself as it cuts.
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By Moira Crooks on Sep 17th, 2012
Today marks the 225th Birthday of the U.S. Constitution. The U. S. Constitution was signed on September 17, 1787. If only Americans would celebrate Constitution Day with as much fervor and excitement as we do the Fourth of July-perhaps then we would know what's in it. Although September 17, is now officially designated as "Constitution Read the full article…
Passion For Freedom
By Tim Crooks on Jul 8th, 2012
10 After we had been there a number of days, a prophet named Agabus came down from Judea. 11 Coming over to us, he took Paul's belt, tied his own hands and feet with it and said, "The Holy Spirit says, 'In this way the Jews of Jerusalem will bind the owner of this belt and Read the full article…


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Aniketos () ist eine Person der griechischen Mythologie.

In der Bibliotheke des Apollodor wird berichtet, dass Herakles sich unmittelbar nach seiner Aufnahme unter die Olympischen Götter mit Hera versöhnt und deren Tochter Hebe heiratet. Aus dieser Ehe gehen die Kinder Aniketos und Alexiares hervor. In einem Scholion zu Pindar erscheint Aniketos als Sohn des Herakles und der Megara, der Tochter des thebanischen Königs Kreon. Es wird angenommen, dass sich sein Name wie der Name seines Bruders auf Eigenschaften des Herakles bezieht.

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There are plenty of crossovers to choose from, but the Nissan Rogue is one that never fails to stand out. This efficient crossover comes in both gas and hybrid powertrains, and is filled with sophisticated features and design details. Here we'll take a closer look at the 2018 Nissan Rogue SL trim, the high-end model that still manages to be both affordable and practical.
As is usually the case in high-end trims, the Nissan Rogue SL features all of the amenities that come in the trims below it. This includes a generous number of features, since even the base level Rogue S trim is equipped with things like Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ compatibility, LED daytime running lamps, and driver-assist technologies including rear cross traffic alert and automatic emergency braking.
The second trim brings more features to the lineup. Stunning 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and a useful motion-activated liftgate add new details to the exterior. The Nissan Intelligent Key® brings a push-button ignition and a remote start. Dual zone automatic temperature control takes this second trim to a new level of in-cabin comfort. All of these features are present on the Nissan Rogue SL.
Opting for the high-end 2018 Rogue SL means you will enjoy ultra sophisticated additions to an already impressive crossover. The Rogue SL adds leather-appointed seating to the cabin, as well as navigation to its smart infotainment system. Additional safety features include intelligent cruise control and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection.
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Excellent knowledge of the area as well as knowledge of how to get the house sold.From the minute Jackie walked into her house she was extremely honest and professional. Jackie assisted us with setting goals and timelines for us to get the house sold. I cannot say enough about the amount of her communication skills. She took us through every step of the way. Made us feel at ease and she is "top notch". Would never use anyone else.I cannot comment enough on how strongly I feel about Jackie. She had to deal with difficult situations throughout most of the process of selling our home. She was never unprofessional and always respectful no matter what the challenge might have been. She answered every single time no matter what time of night or day. I trusted her every step of the way. A+++++Fantastic service across the board while dealing with a difficult sale. Extremely knowledgeable and professional.Once we sold the great service did not end. Jackie was with us every step of the way.
When there is an issue during a sale, Jackie handles the pressure and as a client, there is no pressure. I appreciate that.
Jackie's attention to detail is exceptional. No matter how busy she is, you feel you are her only client.
There are good agents who meet every concern I have, and then there are agents like Jackie who make me feel like I have no concerns. No one is more professional, helpful, or on your side than this agent and I can say that with confidence. 10/10 would use in a real estate transaction again.
Jackie was recommended to us by the Cino's. They highly recommended her and I can see why, now that all is complete. She is extremely professional, very knowledgeable, and a joy to work with. She is very conscientious and was always available when we needed her. Jackie is a very hard worker and it's easy to see that she enjoys what she does. We would highly recommend Jackie to anyone who asks.
Jackie is a real professional; she is head and shoulders above the competition. Between her attention to detail with regard to our wants as buyers, and her knowledge of the lower Bucks community (including other service providers), she navigated a couple of out-of-towners through a very arduous process with seeming ease. She also worked very well with the Seller's Agents, and was able to work through some last minute issues we had with the Seller because of her ability to communicate with the Seller's Agents effectively. That is the difference between someone who is good at their job, and someone who excels. Jackie excels and I am very happy with the outcome of our purchase.
Jackie's attention to detail is what keeps us coming back.
Jacqueline Hillgrube is a pleasure to work with. She is definitely a hard worker. We bought our first home with Jackie, and she guided us through the whole process. Jackie is very knowledgeable about the housing market. We were very comfortable talking to her whenever we had a question. She was very patient with us since this was our first time buying a home. I would recommend Jacqueline to everyone and will definitely use her in the future. Jackie is supportive, informative, punctual, flexible, and communcates well. I cannot stress enough how great of an agent she truly is. She really cares about her clients and you can see that in her work.
Very professional and has great knowledge of the market and property values. Her marketing plan and follow up was exceptional and resulted in the successful sale of my property.
Jackie was my agent for the sale of my last house 6 years ago, and was awesome to work with. She is thorough, knowledgeable, knows every regulation, and is extremely responsive anytime I have a question. She is a world class agent and consummate professional. I can not possibly say enough great things about her. I plan to use her next as my buying agent as I look to purchase a beach house at the jersey shore.Every step of the process was flawless and made easy by Jackie's constant management of the sale. Of special note, I travel quite a bit for my job, and wasn't able to be at the home during weekdays. I was never concerned because I knew that Jackie was taking care of everything for me. I just left the whole process in her hands and was able to feel assured that the process would be efficient and smooth.Jackie is a true professional, and I would recommend her services to anyone with a very high degree of confidence.
She was very professional, always on top of everything and had resources to help fix any issues that came up at the end to finalize the sale.
I would recommend Jackie to anyone looking to buy or sell a property, be it residential or commercial. She knows her markets, knows where you need to be in the market and insures that you get the best deal for you!
Jackie hillgrube's knowledge of the business and extreme attention to detail is what everyone should look for in a realtor.
We have used Jackie in the past. I don't feel there is anyone who can compare to her knowledge and attention to detail.
Jacqueline was excellent in every aspect of the home buying process when helping my fiancee and I. Her attention to detail and professionalism really stand out. I'm glad we had her on our team and will definitely use her again when we look to buy our next home!
Jackie was wonderful to work with in the sale of our home. She was professional, knowledgable, and very accessible. She went above and beyond! I would highly recommend Jackie to anyone in need of a real estate agent.
Jackie was initially contracted with my wife's parents, who recommended her. We were considering another agent, but Jackie's presentation was so thorough and informative that we decided to contract with her.
Outstanding realtor. Jacqueline made the home buying experience amazing and we look forward to working with her in the future.
We had the good fortune to have Jackie Hillgrube as our sales agent for our home in Yardley. Despite the twists and turns of the market, Jackie engendered confidence, professionalism and a constant line of communication that was critical in achieving the sale. Her marketing program was proactive and included a mix of advertising, multiple open houses and networking with MLS agents throughout the region. Clearly, it was very effective.From our initial discussions thru the closing process, we were informed every step of the way...no surprises.We would highly recommend Jackie to anyone in the market to buy or sell real estate.
My name is Michael Bridges and i am a first time home buyer. When i started this process i was overwhelmed by the prospect of finding and securing a home. I was referred to Jackie from a pool of realtors my mortgage officer had previously worked with. It was clear after my first conversation that Jackie that she was motivated to work hard for me. She understood what i was looking for and also helped me keep my ambitions in line with my budget. This included explaining and demonstrating that having certain home features means sometimes drastic life style changes. She was available day and night and worked around my schedule. We made a few offers on some homes and eventually got under contract in a short-sale house. Jackie was there every step of the way explaining the nuances i might have over looked as well as giving me options on my decisions explaining the pros and cons of each of them. She worked closely with my loan officer making the process as smooth as possible. i am told that 4 months is fast for a short sale, which is a testament to the capability this relationship. Whenever i have questions about home ownership or upgrading to a larger home i will go back to Jackie Hillgrube and know i won't be disappointed. i would suggest her for anyone looking to buy or sell a home.


Looking for Oahu activities? Go explore the beautiful varied terrains at the resort on our thrilling new off-road Segway trail adventure! Our guided tour perfectly blends the breathtaking natural beauty with exciting modern technology! If you're curious if you have what it takes, remember, almost everyone is a first-timer on a Segway…and they love it! Our Oahu Segway tours are 90 minutes and include a training and practices session prior to leaving to ensure safe and proper skills and handling.
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Fiyi estuvo representado en los Juegos Olímpicos de Sídney 2000 por siete deportistas, cuatro hombres y tres mujeres, que compitieron en cinco deportes.

El portador de la bandera en la ceremonia de apertura fue el regatista Tony Philp. El equipo olímpico fiyiano no obtuvo ninguna medalla en estos Juegos.

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"American Psycho" author Bret Easton Ellis has started a weekly podcast featuring "popular culture's most fascinating minds". The first episode featured Kanye West, and what can only be described as a casual game of 'Who Can Sound More Pretentious?' ensued. Here are the 10 best quotes from the awesome interview.
It's the podcast you didn't even realize you didn't want.
Controversial best-selling author and screenwriter Bret Easton Ellis delivers a weekly glimpse into one of popular culture's most fascinating minds. The entertainment industry's top writers, directors, actors and musicians will join Bret to discuss the issues and complexities that keep the creative world turning as we experience this intriguing period in our planet's history. The same sensibilities that have formed Bret's impressive catalog in literature and film will be on display with each and every new episode of The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast.
Lucky for us, he came out of the gates swinging in terms of a first guest and had Kanye West join him for a casual game of Who Can Sound More Pretentious?. The two, who had collaborated on an American Psycho-inspired promo for Yeezus, discuss everything from 12 Years a Slave to the glass ceilings of the fashion world, and almost everything that comes out of Mr. West's mouth is pure gold.
And if Kanye's feud with Jimmy Kimmel has taught me anything, it's that he loves being quoted out of context. With that in mind, I've decided to list my Top 10 Favorite Kanye Quotes From The Brett Easton Ellis Podcast Interview. Enjoy!
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UCLA linebacker Jaelan Phillips and running back Soso Jamabo will miss the remainder of the season due to head injuries, the team announced.
Because of the new NCAA redshirt rules, both players could save this season's eligibility as neither has played in more than four games in 2018.
"Safety is our first concern, so let's make sure everybody is safe before we talk about is a guy going to play for us three years from now," coach Chip Kelly told reporters.
Phillips recorded just one sack in four games after entering the season with a wrist injury. The 6-foot-4, 245-pound sophomore was injured in an offseason scooter accident.
Per the Los Angeles News, Phillips "has not been seen on the practice field or the sideline during games since after UCLA's loss (to Colorado) on Sept. 28."
Jamabo provided a strong contribution with 1,170 yards rushing over his first three seasons before seeing his role reduced in 2018. The senior, who was suspended for the first two games of the campaign, had just five carries for 12 yards this year.
UCLA posted its first win of the season this past Saturday with a resounding 37-7 triumph against California. The Bruins host Arizona on Saturday.


We're kicking off the new year with plenty of sports action!
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM TIB STREET TAVERN! WE HAVE PLENTY OF ACTION THIS WEEK TO KICK START 2014!
After the busy period over Christmas, plenty of managers will be wanting to rest their key players, giving teams from the lower leagues the chance to beat some of the Premiership teams this weekend in the FA Cup.
The FA Cup action continues this weekend with a 12.45pm kick off between Blackburn Rovers and Manchester City on Saturday, followed by the North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham commencing at 5.30pm.
We then have back to back action on Sunday with Manchester United, Chelsea, West Ham and Swansea all taking to the stage, the first whistle blows at 12pm. See you there!


I'm NOT Disordered: "I'm actually really lucky!"
I hope that from the '7 Days of BPD Series' you've been able to see how a diagnosis does not meant the sufferers will have the same experience of... Well, anything! On behalf of myself and all of the brave, amazing people who took part, I'd like to thank you all for taking an interest in the project and subsequently improving your understanding of the Disorder that affects, and in some cases; ends, so many lives.
I am so lucky to have my own home at 24 and to have the little kitten I have.
And I'm lucky sort of career-wise - or at least blog wise! My blog is doing phenomenally well and it never ceases to amaze me; although I now have more faith and belief in it. But it's just that I remember the early days when I'd go knock on Chelsea's door and we'd scream in the corridor because I'd gotten 100 views! And now we're on like 70 odd thousand?!!! Insane! I just found out I got over 6000 in a month - double last month's total!
And it's still developing. I'm constantly working on bettering the blog and thinking of new ideas for posts and putting myself out there so that I can get more opportunities and new content for you guys! And a few people have said this to me recently and I'm so grateful to think that it's even 1% true: I have a lot of influence at the moment. I'm in a good position. I want to do good and I'm spreading my wings and creating connections with other important people.
Speaking of important people... This year, it is the 100 year anniversary of Blind Veterans. Some of you may already know but for those who don't, I work for Blind Veterans as a Skills Developer; aiding members in engaging in arts and crafts activities. And all volunteers and members interested, could ask to attend the celebrations for the anniversary at Buckingham Palace. Obviously, I wanted to, and this morning I found out that I have be chosen to attend! I'M GOING TO BUCKINGHAM PALACE! You aren't allowed cameras in obviously but I can vlog the time I do have in London!
Also, one of my Birthday gifts was a Blogging Planner and at the end of each month you record your views for the month, february mine were just over 3,000 and this past month (March) they doubled to over 6,000! I just feel like it's absolute madness and anything is possible! Thank you everyone!
I plan to film some YouTube tags with friends.
I have posts scheduled on here for every Friday.
I'm going to Sheffield with Blind Veterans and I'll hopefully be allowed to vlog that too!
Rebecca will be staying over for a few days which will undoubtedly result in hilarious vlogs!


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To Play or Not to Play?
post By Rebecca Maas and Alyson Buck, Peppercom
read the details surrounding Yeardley
Love's death is difficult. To understand is impossible. Countless articles,
news segments and blog posts have revealed the violent – and alarming –
behavior of her alleged killer and ex-boyfriend, George Huguely.
he sits in prison, Love's University of Virginia family – friends, teammates,
coaches and faculty – are left to pick up the pieces. We sure don't envy UVA
president John Casteen or Athletic Director Craig Littlepage – and the series
of decisions they face to properly honor Love, while also keeping the
reputation of the University community in mind.
decision to keep Virginia's women's (ranked no. 5) and men's (ranked no. 1)
lacrosse teams in the NCAA tournament for the national championship had to be
tough. How do you balance the emotions and fragility of spirit of these players
with the legitimate shot each team has at winning this whole thing?
took a look at both sides.
Alyson:
one hand, the college and surrounding community must move on from the tragedy.
The school cannot punish the entire student body and lacrosse clubs for the
actions of one. Politically, UVA must be fair and allow the teams to compete
and complete their seasons if they so choose. To play is a tribute to Love. Her
high school alma mater Notre Dame Prep paid
homage by writing Love's number – 1 – in eye black on their arms and legs.
In a way, participating in the NCAA tournament is a similar gesture by the UVA
men's and women's teams – the teams will play in honor of Love, which will
rally the community and show solidarity against the crime that resulted in her
addition, university athletics, especially at the Division I level, are a huge
recruiting tool for the schools. Since UVA's men's and women's teams are so
well positioned to vie for the title, the school essentially had an obligation
to participate in the tournament in order to stay competitive with other
schools with similar offerings and athletic programs. By participating in – and
potentially winning — the tournament, UVA will attract the attention of high
school students nationwide who may choose the University for its lacrosse
Rebecca:…or
not to play
what if the decision had gone the other way? By withdrawing from the
tournament, the University could have avoided an extended stay in the spotlight
– a constant reminder of this tragedy. Even if either or both teams do well,
its presence at the tournament will continue to spark commentary and sympathy
linked back to Love and the night she died. And what about lacrosse as a sport?
It certainly has seen its share of scandal (no comment on the irony that
Huguely attended the same prep school as a number of players involved in the
incident at Duke University) and the overall image of the sport is shaky at
best. There are thousands of young kids who play lacrosse and – like Yeardley
when she was younger – dream of playing for a top-ranked school like UVA. No
doubt they will be glued to the contests, idolizing the collegiate players who
are older, stronger, and more talented. Won't it reinforce the
mindset that lacrosse players are invincible and rules don't apply?
Till, a research fellow
with the American Strategy Program of the New America Foundation in Washington,
D.C., wrote in a post
on Friday:
fact that Huguely was at times reckless and violent, particularly when drunk,
and was alarmingly obsessive about
Love, would have been recognized by fellow players, and perhaps coaches, too,
and certainly should have been addressed. The fact that this was not his first violent interaction with Love
is the strongest charge against the friends and teammates that failed to
recognize the severity of the situation."
point the proverbial finger at the players and coaches is an easy out in our
opinion. Would playing say that the sport chose to turn a blind eye to the
situation – or worse, accept violence as acceptable behavior? Unfortunately, this men's lacrosse team at the
University of Virginia did not stand up to a team member who acted out of line,
nor support him during a time when he so desperately needed help. By not
playing in the tournament, this team can instead devote the time and energy to
take an honest look at its commitment to teamwork – while at the same time
setting an example to the lacrosse community at large.
the authors understand there is always more to the story and that we don't have
the full picture of the individuals involved in this tragedy. This post on
research of media coverage only, not of personal accounts of individuals
involved in the situation.
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March Madness vs. The NBA Finals? Talk about a blowout
Does March Madness just keep getting better every year, or what? And, does it become more universal every year, or what? When I attended college in the late Middle Ages, guys were into the NCAA basketball tournament. Period. Now, it seems women are even more engaged in 'bracketology' than the men. And, how cool is that? (unless you happen to be a certain Kansas alum/intern who told this blogger her Jayhawks would win the national championship. Ouch!).
I think March Madness has become an opiate for the masses because of the success of such mid-majors as Northern Iowa and St. Mary's. In the old days, it seemed like UCLA, Kentucky, Indiana, North Carolina, Maryland, Duke and a few other schools had a lock on the brackets. Now, it's a wide open, fast break that any school can win. Even the smartest Ivy Leaguer wouldn't have predicted Cornell would be a Sweet 16 team.
I reiterate the obvious because I just saw a print ad entitled, 'Coming soon. The most anticipated television event of the year. The culmination of a long, emotional journey. A win or go home contest. All played out in front of a record-breaking national audience. America, are you ready for….The NBA Play-offs on TNT.' I'm not. I could care less.
Aside from fans in Boston, Cleveland, Los Angeles and a few other markets, I think most sports fans find the NBA irrelevant. In my mind, it's become the professional wrestling of big time sports. It's all flash and razzle dazzle, featuring individual showmen trying to outduel one another (Gilbert Arenas pun intended). There's no sense of teamwork or camaraderie in the NBA. The season is endless. And, the champion isn't even crowned until mid-June.
That's what makes the advertisement so irksome. I understand why the NBA is trying to leverage the national mania stirred up by March Madness. And, that's fine. But, to run full-page ads suggesting the NBA Playoffs is the most anticipated television event of the year is ludicrous, if not borderline fraudulent.
My March Madness bracket may be worth a plug nickel at this point, but that doesn't mean I won't be watching each and every remaining NCAA game. As for the NBA finals? I think I'd rather watch grass grow.
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Liberty Records (Ли́берти Ре́кордз) — лейбл звукозаписи, базировавшийся в Соединённых Штатах Америки.

Был основан в 1955 году . Он стал председателем правления,  — президентом, а  — главным инженером.

Среди исполнителей, издававшихся на лейбле, были: Джули Лондон («Cry Me a River»),  («Quiet Village»), Эдди Кокран («Summertime Blues»),  («You're Sixteen»),  («Tower of Strength»), Бадди Нокс («Lovey Dovey»),  («Hurt»).

Также большие хиты лейблу принесли записи «Элвина и бурундуков», вымышленной музыкальной группы, состоявшей из трёх бурундуков. Группа была создана Роосом Багдасаряном, выступавшим под псевдонимом Дэвид Севилль.

К 1958 году лейбл был близок к банкротству, когда автор-исполнитель Дэвид Севилль (Росс Багдасарян) убедил их, что они могут вполне могут наштамповать синглы с его комической песней  из оставшихся на их складе виниловых шайб и этикеток. Песня стала хитом номер 1 и спасла компанию. Позднее в том же году Багдасарян скомбинировал технику многодорожечной записи с использованной им в песне «Witch Doctor» техникой удвоенной скорости и в песне  представил миру «Бурундуков» (The Chipmunks) — Элвина, Саймона и Теодора. Бурундуки были названы в честь директоров Liberty Records Беннетта, Варонкера и Кипа, соответственно. Всего за несколько месяцев, по мере приближения Рождества, пластинка поднялась на вершину чартов. Она стала единственной в истории рождественской записью, достигшей первого места в поп-чарте «Билборда» и продалась в 4 с половиной миллионах экземплярах. Ближайшее будущее лейбла Liberty было прочно обеспечено.

Исполнители
 См. статью «List of Liberty Records artists» в английском разделе.

Примечания

Ссылки
 The Liberty Records Story

Лейблы звукозаписи США
Лейблы звукозаписи Великобритании
Лейблы звукозаписи, основанные в 1955 году
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Q: Building memo text for Inno Download Plugin I have reviewed the help documentation for IDP and I cannot find any functions for building the memo text of the files to download.
Previously I was using DwinsHs and it has been giving me problems. But I was able to use:
function DwinsHs_MemoDownloadInfo(Space, NewLine: String): String;
var
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                begin
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        end;
    end;
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    begin
        Result := ExpandConstant('{cm:ReadyMemo_Download}') + NewLine + Result;
    end;
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*Help Documentation setup

*VC Redist x86

*VC Redist x64

*Dot Net Framework

The relevant files are added using idpAddFile (although I don't specify file sizes so there is a little delay). I have asked it to show the download page after wpPreparing:
idpDownloadAfter(wpPreparing);

Ideally, on the memo page I would like it to list the files that we have determined the user wants to download.

A: You know what files you are downloading, so collect their names at the time you are calling idpAddFile. You can make a wrapper function as a replacement for idpAddFile.
var
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procedure AddFileForDownload(Url, Filename: string);
begin
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Oregon spectator injured by Kevin Stadler's shattered golf club
A golf club broken by Kevin Stadler flew into the gallery and injured a spectator Friday.
By: Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
Updated: August 19, 2018 - 8:55 AM
PORTLAND, Ore. — Spectators watching golf tournaments are always alert to errant balls flying into the crowd. A piece of a golf club is a different matter.
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A spectator needed stitches Friday in Oregon when the head of Kevin Stadler's golf club came loose and flew into the gallery at a Web.com Tour event, ESPN reported.
Stadler, 38, was playing in the WinCo Foods Portland Open at Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club when he hit an errant tee shot at the 15th hole and slammed his 7-iron to the ground, The New York Post reported. The club head broke when it hit Stadler's foot and flew into the crowd, hitting a spectator in the head, the newspaper reported.
The spectator needed six stitches, Web.com Tour rules official Orlando Pope told ESPN.
"It was a very freakish accident,'' Pope told ESPN on Saturday. "Kevin is devastated. He had trouble trying to finish the round. He was quite worried and felt so bad."
Tournament officials did not release the name of the spectator. Stadler, the son of 1982 Masters champion Craig Stadler, missed the cut in the tournament. He was not available for comment, ESPN reported.
Shaun Micheel, who was playing in the same group as Stadler on Friday, posted about the incident on his Facebook account, according to ESPN.
"I had my head down but the club head flew behind me and hit a spectator to my right," Micheel wrote. "It's been awhile since I've seen so much blood. We stayed with him for about 15 minutes before the EMTs arrived. ...
"[Stadler] was absolutely shattered and we did our best to keep his spirits up. This was not done on purpose and we were astounded at the way the club was directed, but it just shows you how dangerous it is to throw or break clubs. Each of us in the group learned something today."


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Seventh Son of a Seventh Son är det sjunde studioalbumet av det brittiska heavy metal-bandet Iron Maiden. Albumet gavs ut 11 april

1988.

Låtlista
 Moonchild (Smith/Dickinson) 5:39
 Infinite Dreams (Harris) 6:08
 Can I Play with Madness (Smith/Dickinson/Harris) 3:31
 The Evil That Men Do (Smith/Dickinson/Harris) 4:33
 Seventh Son of a Seventh Son (Harris) 9:53
 The Prophecy (Murray/Harris) 5:05
 The Clairvoyant (Harris) 4:27
 Only the Good Die Young (Harris/Dickinson) 4:42

Banduppsättning
 Steve Harris – Bas
 Dave Murray – Gitarr
 Bruce Dickinson – Sång
 Nicko McBrain – Trummor
 Adrian Smith – Gitarr, sång

Seventh Son of a Seventh Son

Inspelning
Den första låten som skrevs för albumet var The Clairvoyant. Enligt låtskrivaren Harris uppstod idén när den brittiska spiritualisten Doris Stokes dog 1987 och Harris funderade över om hon haft förmågan att förutspå sin egen död. Därefter började Harris skriva låten Seventh Son of a Seventh Son, baserat på berättelsen om "den sjunde sonens sjunde son" från fantasyromanen The Seventh Son från 1987 av Orson Scott Card. Harris tyckte att titeln skulle passa bra även som albumtitel för bandets sjunde skiva.

Innan låtskrivandet hunnit komma igång ordentligt uppstod tanken att göra ett konceptalbum helt baserat på The Seventh Son och temat klärvoajans. Idén växte fram när Harris pratade om albumtiteln över telefon med Bruce Dickinson och frågade om Dickinson hade några egna låtar på temat. Efter att Dickinsons akustiska låtförslag till Somewhere in Time blivit helt ratade av bandet hade han känt sig förpassad till att enbart vara sångare, men hans entusiasm fick ny energi av idén om ett konceptalbum.

Låtskrivandet skulle baseras på en sammanhållen berättelse och skedde under större samarbete än på tidigare album, då medlemmarna skrivit mer var för sig, vilket Harris förklarar med den uttalade ambitionen att hålla sig till det gemensamma temat. Senare har Dickinson konstaterat att albumet bara halvt kan kallas ett konceptalbum, eftersom de inte varit tillräckligt stränga med att hålla sig till berättelsen.

Musikaliskt fortsatte albumet den progressiva utvecklingen på Somewhere in Time, men med användning av riktiga keyboards istället för gitarrsynthar. Bandet kallade inte in någon studiomusiker för synthdelarna, eftersom det enligt en kommentar av Dickinson var på nivån att det bara krävdes ett ledigt finger från Smith, Harris eller någon av studioteknikerna.

Albumet spelades in i Musicland Studios i München under februari och mars 1988. Producent var Martin Birch som hade producerat samtliga av bandets album sedan Killers (1981).

Låtdetaljer
Termen "Moonchild" är tagen från en roman av den engelske ockultisten Aleister Crowley, och låttexten är löst inspirerad av romanens handling där magiker inom vit och svart magi slåss om ett ofött barn. I Dickinsons version är det istället Lucifer och ärkeängeln Gabriel och deras sju änglar och sju demoner som strider om det ofödda barnets själ. Termen "bornless one" är också hämtad från Crowley och refererar till en ritual i hans textsamling "Liber Samehk".

Formuleringen "The Evil That Men Do" är hämtad från William Shakespeare i pjäsen Julius Caesar.

Enligt Smith var Can I Play With Madness ursprungligen en ballad med titeln "On the Wings of Eagles", men Dickinson skrev en ny vers och ändrade refrängen till "Can I Play with Madness". De tog låten till Harris som lade till tempoändringen och det instrumentala sticket, vilket enligt Dickinson resulterade i ett stort gräl mellan Harris och Smith innan Smith accepterade slutresultatet.

Omslaget
Konstnären Derek Riggs fick instruktioner från bandets manager Rod Smallwood att skapa något "surreal and bloody weird" som skulle passa med temat profetior och klärvoajans. Enligt Dickinsom kom idén till en Eddie i is och polarmiljö då han visade Riggs en tavla av Gustave Doré, som föreställde förrädare fastfrusna i isen i en av helvetets nio cirklar från Dantes Den gudomliga komedin. Riggs har däremot hävdat att han själv kom på idén till polarmiljön när han såg en tv-dokumentär om Nordpolen, men att det var bandets idé att ha olika Eddies fastfrusna i is på baksidan. Riggs valde att inte måla hela Eddie utan högg av honom på mitten, och inspirationen till Eddies brinnande huvud kom enligt Riggs från Arthur Brown. Eddie håller i en bebis fångad i livmodern, och i Eddies bröstkorg sitter ett äpple som enligt Riggs inspirerades av berättelsen om Edens trädgård och yin och yang.

Singlar
Can I Play with Madness - Utgiven den 20 mars 1988. Se huvudartikel Can I Play with Madness.

The Evil That Men Do - Utgiven den 1 augusti 1988. Se huvudartikel The Evil That Men Do

The Clairvoyant - Utgiven den 7 november 1988. Se huvudartikel The Clairvoyant

Infinite Dreams - Utgiven den 6 november 1989. Se huvudartikel Infinite Dreams

Listplaceringar

Album

Singlar

Marknadsföring
Inför albumsläppet höll bandet en temakväll på det tyska slottet Schnellenberg i Attendorn, dit tv, radio och tidningar var inbjudna.

Turné
Albumturnén kallades Seventh Tour of a Seventh Tour med konserter mellan april och december 1988. Se huvudartikeln Seventh Tour of a Seventh Tour

Sex av albumets åtta låtar har framförts live. De låtar som aldrig framförts live är The Prophecy och Only the Good Die Young.

The Evil That Men Do, The Clairvoyant och Can I Play with Madness hör till bandets mest spelade låtar live.

Externa länkar
Olika tryckningar av skivan
Flashfilm som hyllar albumet och bandet

Källor
 maidenfans.com - "Iron Maiden - Seventh Son of a Seventh Son"
 ironmaiden.com
 Delar av denna artikel är översatt ifrån engelska Wikipedia.

Musikalbum 1988
Album av Iron Maiden
Brittiska konceptalbum
Album producerade av Martin Birch
Album utgivna på EMI
Engelskspråkiga musikalbum


Dubai, 26 November 2017: The Dubai International Film Festival is once again delighted to announce that it will be partnering with The United Arab Emirates' Ministry of Interior for the Festival's 14th Edition.
This will be the fourth year that Ministry of Interior's Cinema Award will be presented, with USD 100,000 gifted to the winner of the competition which will run from the 6-13 December, 2017.
In the previous years' competition Darin Sallam emerged victorious and was awarded with the coveted Ministry of Interior Award and USD 100,000 for 'Best Societal Screenplay'.
The nominated filmmakers that will be vying for the top prize in this year's Ministry of Interior Cinema Awards include; Nayla Al Khaja, Emirati film director and producer, with her short film 'Animal'. Joining her is Rawia Abdullah, returning to DIFF for the fifth time with her latest work 'The Contact Line of Domfront'; and Amal Al-Agroobi, who is also returning to DIFF having premiered her first short Half Emirati in 2012, with 'Disruptive Servant'. The nominees that will be completing the line-up for the coveted Ministry of Interior Cinema Awards are; Wael Abumansour with 'Amusement Park'; 'Kombars', by award-winning Bahraini filmmaker Mohammed Rashed BuAli; Mohammed Helail's 'Eight Other People'; and 'The Crown of Olives' by Muzna Almusafer.
The winner will be presented at the Muhr Award Ceremony on the 13th December, 2017.
Continuing on a great journey of success The Ministry of Interior Cinema Awards' committee will continue to work with the Dubai Film Market's production and post-production support programme, Enjaaz, to select a stand-out project from the Arab world that highlights prominent societal issues that affect families and communities.
Ticket packages are on sale now for the 14th edition of the Dubai International Film Festival which will take place from 6 – 13 December, 2017.


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Hi, I'm Patsy, a formerly full-time housewife who is married with three grown-up kids. After being a student of His Eminence Tsem Rinpoche for 15 years, during which time I learned a lot, I decided to leave my comfort zone. With Rinpoche's blessings, I set up and now work in Kechara Paradise Penang to share what I have learnt with the public.
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Mini Coupe Concept Hints at a Mini Cooper Coupe
By Jim Henry
Updated on: August 26, 2009 / 10:10 AM / MoneyWatch
Mini is likely to add a sportier, two-seat hatchback to its lineup, based on a concept car to be shown at the Frankfurt auto show in Germany next month.
In the United States, the Mini brand is outpacing the rest of the market, but sales are down nevertheless. Through July, U.S. sales year to date for Mini were down 18.1 percent, to 25,757, according to AutoData Corp. Auto sales for the U.S. market as a whole were down 32.1 percent year to date, to about 5.8 million.
In 2008, Mini had record U.S. sales in an otherwise disastrous market, and the Mini brand is adding U.S. dealerships, while other brands cut back.
The British-based Mini brand is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. German parent BMW revived the Mini brand in the United States in 2002.
Assuming it goes into mass production, the two-seater Mini Coupe would be the fourth body style of Mini's basic model, the Mini Cooper. The other three, all with four seats, are a two-door hardtop, a two-door convertible, and a three-door hatchback, the Mini Clubman. Mini has also shown what it calls a crossover concept car, with SUV-like styling.
The Mini Coupe Concept does away with the back seats. A lower roof for the coupe replaces the high, squared-off roofline of the four-seater models, especially at the trailing edge. With no rear seats, rear-seat headroom is not an issue for the coupe concept. Nevertheless, the coupe has a decent amount of space for cargo.
In addition, the roof in the concept car is made of aluminum, which saves weight and lowers the car's center of gravity. That's an advantage for sportier handling.
Mini is also experimenting in the United States with a tiny volume of battery powered electric cars.
First published on August 26, 2009 / 10:10 AM


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Companies are increasingly tracking eye movements—but is it ethical?
by Patrick Lecomte, The Conversation
When Facebook reinvented itself into Meta in October 2021, it was widely reported that Meta would be focusing on virtual reality (VR) by being at the forefront of the metaverse.
But Meta has not given up on the world of bricks and mortar yet, as reflected by the company's massive investment in augmented reality (AR) glasses.
My research considers smart real estate and human-computer interactions in smart environments.
Meta is only one among many companies betting that the future of physical space will involve merging with digital space, resulting in an augmentation of our reality. Apple, Google, Snap, Microsoft and a string of other tech companies are working on AR wearables: AR glasses, smart contact lenses and AR headsets.
Insight into the subconscious
As part of its Reality Labs, Meta spearheads Project Aria, which drives the pilot development of AR glasses under the umbrella of a research experiment undertaken with academic partners. The company promises that users will be able to use AR glasses to switch on a lamp by simply staring at it and being able to find their keys quickly.
However, there is one dimension of AR wearables that developers of such devices tend to downplay or ignore altogether: it is eye tracking and what information related to the way we interact with the world through our gazes and eye movements are captured and analyzed.
Psychologists have long identified that eye movements are unfiltered signals, giving insight into humans' subconscious cognition.
Understanding attention
Eye tracking in the context of AR devices has received much interest from Big Tech. Eye tracking was originally designed as a methodology to help researchers understand and record visual attention in a research lab environment as far back as the 19th century.
It has been customarily applied to cognitive psychology, marketing research and, more recently, human-computer interactions where it can facilitate the life of patients with disabilities.
Modern eye trackers generally use a method known as corneal reflection, where a near-infrared light is used to illuminate the eyes, causing a reflection that is detected by a high resolution camera. Advanced image programming then identifies the point of gaze and the stimuli, making it possible to draw a heat map of where a person was looking in a given environment. In addition, data captured include pupil position, blinking patterns and eye movements.
In recent years, the range of eye tracking applications has considerably broadened, from driver monitoring systems, attention management in education, health care for the elderly, e-commerce website design and even video games as a tool to build "emotional journeys" for players.
CNET explores the Meta Quest Pro.
However, these applications are usually carried out as part of product development or research projects, not as inbuilt features in devices aimed at the consumer market.
Privacy is not enough
Indeed, embedding eye trackers in consumer-driven AR devices is taking what was originally a scientific methodology into the real world. Developing AR wearables with eye tracking possibilities for the mass market epitomizes the unrelenting appropriation of humans' most intimate living spaces by technology.
It is easy to brush aside the issue by claiming that eye tracking is necessary for users to get the full benefit of AR. For example, Project Aria's developers explain that for AR glasses to work, "they need to have a good sense of where you are, what you're looking at, and what action you might want to take."
To preempt users' concerns, Meta's ethicists insist on privacy. However, focusing on data transparency and advanced research to anonymize eye tracking data will not prevent eye trackers from monitoring users'interactions with the outside world at levels of consciousness we are not even aware of.
Augmented reality is big business with an unparalleled ability to monetize our very being in the built environment. Meta has reportedly invested billions of dollars in what it calls the "holy grail" of fully fledged AR glasses for all.
Undoubtedly, with AR wearables, what drives its implementation is the potential for monetization through targeted advertising.
Evading responsibility
Companies developing eye-tracking products tend to dodge responsibility by asking for self-regulation of the nascent AR industry.
My research on the implementation of pervasive technologies in the built environment shows that in the context of utilitarian trade-offs imposed by embedded technologies on users in smart environments, self-regulation does not work.
Whether users prefer to get satisfaction from AR at the expense of their freedom, or to be free at the expense of their satisfaction, is the key question.
The use of eye-tracking technology should be strictly controlled by external regulators. Users should always have the legally defined right and ability to make informed choices about opting into eye-tracking whenever they use wearables in both augmented and virtual realities.
That is absolutely crucial to make sure that immersive technology does not lead to a most dystopian future.
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Lyme disease transmitted via ticks has become an increasing problem in Europe. Although preventative measures can be taken, occasionally ticks will attach themselves to you. Made from high-quality stainless steel, these tick tweezers allow the whole tick to be removed safely.


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About Goldfields TVET College
Goldfields TVET College is located in the Free State Province, Lejweleputswa District and is situated in the Matjhabeng Local Municipality, Welkom. The College serves 5 local municipalities viz; Matjhabeng, Tokologo, Masilonyana, Nala and Tswelopele. Matjhabeng municipality is one of the main contributors of the provincial GGP and has a population of 406,461 people in 123,195 households.
Goldfields TVET College is one of the 50 public Colleges Technical and Vocational Education and Training administered in terms of the Continuing Education and Training Act, No 16 of 2006. The College provides technical and vocational education and training programmes to leaners who completed at least Grade 9 at school level and to Grade 12 learners who have not achieved university entry certificates but would like to further their education. In general, the College provides three main categories of qualifications and part-qualifications viz; National Certificate Vocational Level 2 – 4, Report 191 certificate commonly known as Nated (N1 – N6) in Engineering Studies and N4–N6 in Business Studies programmes, occupational qualifications mainly through learnerships and skills programmes. Occupational programmes are mainly offered at Tosa Campus and learning centres around the province, soon these programmes will be relocated to newly established Skills Development Centre.
NB: NCV and Report 191 programmes are Ministerial approved programmes and are funded by the state whilst occupational programmes are SETA funded.
The College, through the assistance of Department if Higher Education and Training, is in the process of opening a Satellite Campus in Virginia (Meloding) to communities in the eastern part of the municipality.
Geographically the Welkom and Tosa Campuses are within 12km of each other and within 7km to 12km from the Central Office respectively. The Tosa Campus is situated on the outskirts of Thabong while, as the name suggests, the Welkom Campus is situated in the city of Welkom. Reatlehile Satellite Campus is situated in Meloding on the outskirts of Virginia, 22km from Welkom city centre. The Central Office is situated in Welkom. Currently the College does not have residential and or hostel facilities catering for student accommodation.
To be an Institution of first choice, excellence and a conerstone of the country's skills development and democracy.
To provide our community with aligned, responsible, relevant, quality education and training resultng in academic excellence, practical experience, employability and entrepreneurial skills.
Our Values:
Integrity, transparency and accountability.
Respect, professionalism and loyalty.
Continuous improvement.
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View more >Our group is interested in the potential use of gas sensors for detection of key odorants in industry and as alternative sensory mechanisms for guidance control in robots. It has been recently shown that chemically modified, resonating quartz piezoelectric (QPZ) crystals exposed to different odorants, generate characteristic response patterns (termed "kinetic signatures"). To demonstrate their utility in an electronic olfactory system, artificial neural networks (ANNs) were trained using the back propagation method, to associate the kinetic signature responses of 6 differently treated sensors to 18 trialed odorants. Arranging each of the separate networks corresponding to each sensor in a layer-like fashion (hereafter referred to as tiers to avoid confusion with network layers), the weight states of the output processing elements (PEs) of the amalgamated ANN combine to produce weighted, two dimensional 'olfactory response maps' that uniquely identify each of the odorants. Using simple image processing techniques, we discuss how these response maps can give an automated system a degree of feedback as to its physical state, allowing it to detect and potentially rectify problems encountered during normal operation.
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The EC-Council CEH or Certified Hacker Program is recognized as the best and leading certification that an IT security professional should process. The accredited course makes you an expert ethical hacker and makes you proficient at finding out the loopholes of an IT security system. Below are some of the questions that you may face during your recruitment process once you have attained the CEH certification.
Ques. 1: Can You Define Ethical Hacking?
Ans. A way in which hacking is performed in order to identify the potential threats in a computer system or network by either a company or an individual after getting permission for doing so by the owner. These issues and problems are later resolved and fixed, and the security is made flawless.
Ques. 2: Can You Name the Various Types of Ethical Hackers?
Ques. 3: Can You Define Footprinting: What Different Techniques Can be Used For it?
Network enumeration: Identification of the network clocks and the different domain names.
Open-source footprinting: This technique involves gaining of the administrator's contact information. This would be used to guess the password.
Scanning: After knowing the IT network, the hacker tries to configure the IP addresses that are there on it.
Stack fingerprinting: After scanning reveals the port and hosts, the final step of penetration is called as stack fingerprinting.
Ques. 4: Can You Differentiate Between a Mac and an IP Address?
Ans. All networks across devices are assigned a unique number, which is termed as the MAC or Machine Access Control address. This address is a personal mail box on the internet. The network router identifies it. The number can also be changed anytime.
All devices get their unique IP address so that they can be easily and swiftly located on a given computer and web network. Whoever knows your unique IP address can contact you through it.
Ques. 5: Name Some of the Security and Other Computer Related Tools Used by the Ethical Hackers?
Ques. 6: Can you Explain the "Brute Force Hack"?
Ans. The Brute Force Hack is a technique that is used for hacking passwords, and to penetrate network resources and system. We have to create a possible wordlists for username and passwords and run it. The use of the technique requires lots of time.
Ques. 7: Define SQL Injection?
Ans. SQL injection is kind of fault that is deliberately created within the application code, in order to steal valuable data from one or more companies or other organizations. The content is injected within SQL-query string. The result then modifies the query syntax in various ways.