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Stayin' Alive
[Stay Alive] My computer is still acting up so no MMOs for me still. It is kind of funny how I've become the cliche MMO player that finds himself with so much extra free time when he can't play his games. They could make a Penny Arcade about me. I've taken this extra time to attend a few games of the World Baseball Classic and to go to the movies for the first time in a while. I saw V for Vendetta which was flawed but still great. Before the film there was a trailer for a horror film called Stay Alive from the producer of Charlie's Angels and The OC about gamers being killed. It appears we have reached a social milestone: the first MMO film.
According to the trailer there are 100 million gamers in America and 1 in 4 is addicted. I guess they added this debatable statistic to give illusion that their little horror film starring WB actors and the kid from Malcolm in the Middle is some sort of important film about the next addiction epidemic. If this film is successful maybe they can do a movie about an evil MySpace profile. I guess I'm lucky my computer is broken, otherwise I too could be playing an evil MMO. Well, maybe the game in Stay Alive isn't evil. The trailer sure makes it seem that way though. It even has a scary little girl. I think every horror film since The Ring has had a scary child. We'll have to wait until the film comes out to find out if the game is in fact evil or someone has just decided to do a series of MMO themed murders. Oh wait, I just found a plot synopsis. It seems the game in the film is possesed by Elizabeth Báthory. So this film is not only rooted the ripped-from-the-headlines world of video game addiction, it also has a historical element.
Despite my completely unfair criticisms of the film based upon a trailer and a plot synopsis, I'm still rooting for it. Not because I think they have a good premise or original plot, but simply because I have dabbled in movie making on occasion and I know how difficult it is. Based on what I've seen so far this is just your regular date night horror film with some MMO references thrown in to set it apart from others in the genre. It isn't seeking to be one of the new wave of artsy horror films like the Texas Chainsaw Massacre remake.
Games based on movies have had a notoriously bad track record, but movies about games or gaming haven't been much better either. Most genre films have had a rough start. Comic fans had to endure Superman vs. Richard Pryor, the Adam West Batman, the Joel Schumacher Batman, and Spawn before the more faithful adaptions of today such as Spider-Man, Batman Begins, and The Punisher. Video games in general have been turned into such atrocities as Super Mario Bros., Double Dragon, Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat (I admit I loved it as a kid), House of the Dead, and BloodRayne. The Resident Evil films can be added to the list except I actually liked the first film, despite it having little resemblance to the game. Actually, except for Mortal Kombat, none of these films resembled the games they were based on besides having characters with the same names. It has been said that that the success of X-Men and Spider-Man have led to the current crop of more faithful and less campy comic book films. Many hope that the upcoming Silent Hill movie and the Peter Jackson produced Halo movie will have the same effect for video game movies.
Stay Alive is based upon a fictional game that from the trailers appears to be a mix between Resident Evil, The Sims, and F.E.A.R. The game appears to be console based as we see the actors use PS2 controllers in the trailer. The fact that they speak to each other using headsets implies the game is a MMO. I have a feeling that they're going to get MMO culture completely wrong the same way Mazes and Monsters and The Wizard misrepresented Dungeons and Dragons and the NES gamers respectively. They probably won't even call anyone a noob in the film.
Posted on March 20, 2006 Author DCCategories General
9 thoughts on "Stayin' Alive"
lufia22 says:
Saving my money for Silent Hill.
foxtrotnin3r says:
This movie looks like the typical "Fresh Faced Teens Meet their death playing a video game, while getting chased by a creepy kid w/ wet hair hangin over the face. Im thinkin they shoulda put Freddy Prince Jr. or some other tard that plays in those typical American Pie Meets Jason movies ;)
You know I'm gonna see it :)
bigwig says:
http://imdb.com/title/tt0109327/
Yeah I thought of Brainscan. It also reminded me of the Bishop of Battle from Nightmares and little bit of The Last Starfighter.
THe Last Starfigher!!! Omg…Someone else who saw that movie! :) I make referance to that move all the time, and people look at me like im on crack… aka "Death Blossom" :)
NBarnes says:
Friggin' noob moviemakers. Pod them all and let Chunk Norris sort them out.
You're the second blog I've seen (the other being Joystiq, I think) that's made an entry about Stay Alive and called it an "MMO movie". I still fail to see what the movie has to do with MMOs, rather than simply multiplayer games. From what I've seen in the trailer, it's a small group of about 8 friends who play the game together, and there are no other players (apart from maybe the ghosts or whatever). I mean, obviously a lot of your sentiments still hold true because it's clearly a movie about gaming, but both you and Joystiq seemed to think it was specifically about MMOs, and I just don't see the connection. Sorry if that seems pedantic!
Has anyone seen pictures for this thing? http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/index.php?Show=5981&Template=newsfull
I don't see how they'd show that in a PG-13.
Inhibit says:
"THe Last Starfigher!!! Omg…Someone else who saw that movie!"
I saw it too…. multiple times! Loved it.
I was in Junior High when that came out, and it's one of my fonder memories of that era. And that chick was hot (to a 13 yr old) too.
Wish EvE had the equivalent to a Death Blossom… I'd pwn the belt rats.
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Q: Can't catch SIGINT in multithreaded program I've seen many topics about this particular problem but i still can't figure why i'm not catching a SIGINT in my main Thread.
Here is my code:
def connect(self, retry=100):
    tries=retry
    logging.info('connecting to %s' % self.path)
    while True:
        try:
            self.sp = serial.Serial(self.path, 115200)
            self.pileMessage = pilemessage.Pilemessage()
            self.pileData = pilemessage.Pilemessage()
            self.reception = reception.Reception(self.sp,self.pileMessage,self.pileData)
            self.reception.start()
            self.collisionlistener = collisionListener.CollisionListener(self)
            self.message = messageThread.Message(self.pileMessage,self.collisionlistener)
            self.datastreaminglistener = dataStreamingListener.DataStreamingListener(self)
            self.datastreaming = dataStreaming.Data(self.pileData,self.datastreaminglistener)
            return
        except serial.serialutil.SerialException:
            logging.info('retrying')
            if not retry:
                raise SpheroError('failed to connect after %d tries' % (tries-retry))
            retry -= 1

def disconnect(self):
    self.reception.stop()
    self.message.stop()
    self.datastreaming.stop()
    while not self.pileData.isEmpty():
        self.pileData.pop()
    self.datastreaminglistener.remove()
    while not self.pileMessage.isEmpty():
        self.pileMessage.pop()
    self.collisionlistener.remove()
    self.sp.close()

if __name__ == '__main__':
import time

try:
    logging.getLogger().setLevel(logging.DEBUG)
    s = Sphero("/dev/rfcomm0")
    s.connect()
    s.set_motion_timeout(65525)
    s.set_rgb(0,255,0)
    s.set_back_led_output(255)
    s.configure_locator(0,0)
except KeyboardInterrupt:
    s.disconnect()

In the main function I call Connect() which is launching Threads over which i don't have direct controll.
When I launch this script I would like to be able to stop it when hitting Control+C by calling the "disconnect()" function which stops all the other threads.
In the code i provided it doesn't work because there is no thread in the main function. But I already tryied putting all the instuctions from Main() in a Thread with a While loop without success.
Is there a simple way to solve my problem ?
Thanx

A: Your indentation is messed up, but there's enough to go on.
Your main thread isn't catching SIGINT because it's not alive.  There is nothing that stops your main thread from continuing past the try block, seeing no more code, and closing up shop.
I am not familiar with Sphero.  I just attempted to google its docs and was linked to a bunch of 404 pages, so I'll tell you what you would normally do in a threaded environment - join your threads to the main thread so that the main thread can't finish execution before the worker threads.
for t in my_thread_list:
    t.join() #main thread can't get past here until all the threads finish

If your Sphero object doesn't provide join-like functionality, you could hack something in that blocks, i.e.
raw_input('Press Enter to disconnect')
s.disconnect()

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But for right now, let's talk about Kim Kardashian and her wedding that just aired on E!
I would have to say the best thing about Kim K (as always) is that girls incredible makeup! Her artists never fail to make her look incredible, and for her first look, I love the pink glossy lips and brown eye shadow. I feel like the entire blog world was buzzing about it and brides will for sure copy that. Take a look below, beautiful!!
Her makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic dished to People that he used Lancôme 5 Pan Eyeshadow Palette in Golden Frenzy ($48 at Macy's, Nordstrom) on her lids. I own the Urban Decay Naked Palette so I'm not sure I'd need to buy this $48 palette, but I will go to Macy's to test it out. Her makeup artist to People "I swept the golden shade all over lid, the darkest shade along her crease and the lightest shade I used on the brow bone to highlight. I swept the golden colors along Kim's lower lash line for a super-soft smoky look." He doesn't mention which false lashes he used on her eyes, but since she's known to wear Make Up For Ever foundation it wouldn't surprise me if that's the brand she wore. I usually tend to go for the MAC lashes because the #7s never fail me.
Now for that incredible headpiece (diamonds by Lorraine Schwartz. Would you expect less from Kim??). It had a little bit of a Pakistani twist to it, since many Pakistani brides wear what we call a "Sehra" or "Mang" around their head (see photo below). I chose not to wear one because I think they only suit a certain woman's face.
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Preseason football kicks off on August 9 when the Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings go toe-to-toe in the annual Hall of Fame Game. While it's great to have real football back, the preseason is also an important time in fantasy football. We get our first glimpse of how players are looking, who is getting first-team reps, and who is performing better than expected. With that in mind, here are the top 25 players we're watching this summer.
The last two seasons have taught us that Chip Kelly can near "quarterback proof" his offense. No matter who has been behind center for the Eagles, they've been a usable fantasy asset. In 2013, Nick Foles put up 27 touchdowns to just two interceptions. Last season, the Foles/Mark Sanchez combination would have finished as the 14th best fantasy quarterback. Sam Bradford's career hasn't gotten off to a stellar start, but he's a more physically gifted player than either of his predecessors. Health is the biggest obstacle's that's plagued Bradford to this point. Seeing how he appears physically in the preseason will be of the upmost importance for fantasy owners. If it's smooth sailing for Bradford's health, he's the most obvious quarterback sleeper for 2015.
Joique Bell is still struggling to find his way on to the practice field as he recovers from offseason surgery. Meanwhile, rookie runner Ameer Abdullah earned rave reviews in OTAs from just about everyone who witnessed the team. When exhibition games kick off, even if Bell is still the assumed starter, all eyes will once again be on Abdullah. Despite a smaller frame, the Lions' second-round pick was a powerful and aggressive runner in college. We'll be looking to see whether he can continue deploying that style in the NFL, when the competition is bigger and stronger. How Abdullah is used will also be of interest. The Lions could employ an "all hands" approach to the running back position, with Bell being the goal-line back and Theo Riddick being a passing game specialist. Abdullah can do a little of both, but fantasy owners would obviously prefer he inherits the majority of one role, while only slightly splitting work with one other back.
People seem to forget that DeMarco Murray was an excellent running back before the Dallas offensive line reached legendary status in 2014. He averaged 4.9 yards per carry prior to last season, and was the seventh-highest scoring RB in 2013 (despite only playing in 14 games). Everyone wrote the narrative that Murray would be ineffective outside of the Cowboys' offense before he even signed with Philadelphia. Fantasy owners will be keeping their eyes peeled in the preseason to see if there was any truth to that idea. Just as important, pay attention to how explosive he looks. After handling 449 touches last season, there is a legitimate concern Murray lost serious tread from his tires. A few big runs in the preseason would ease those concerns, and reassert him squarely in the first round conversation.
Genopologists are excited that the Jets' addition of offensive coordinator Chan Gailey may finally bring an opportunity for Smith's career to take off. The longtime NFL coach is well-regarded for his ability to turn a less talented offense into a functioning unit. With Gailey set to install a spread offense, Smith will feel miles away from the rigid, run-based offenses he played in under Rex Ryan. It will certainly help that he'll play this season with the best weapons ever assembled for him at the NFL level. How comfortable and adjusted Geno Smith looks in his new situation will be important to observe in the preseason. And if he has one of his patented exhibition disasters, this sleeper train could be off the rails before it even gets going.
One of the more popular breakout players in the fantasy community, the Allen Robinson hype train is a near universal one for analysts to board. With all the excitement surrounding Robinson, preseason will be a big time for those in his fan club. Even his most staunch defenders will admit there is something of a leap of faith after he only played 10 games as a rookie. Robinson is set to absorb at least 130 targets this season, but fantasy owners must pay careful attention to how Robinson looks and the status of the quarterback delivering those passes. How Blake Bortles plays will speak to what kind of ceiling Robinson will have, even if his floor is still safe.
When the Rams elected to not have Todd Gurley start training camp on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, we were forced to re-evaluate his fantasy draft stock. With Gurley now set to, hopefully, play a full season in his rookie year, how he looks in the preseason will be of the upmost importance. The Rams are reportedly still planning on having Tre Mason start the season off as the lead back. However, if Gurley comes out and tears through the preseason, there will be a "can't put the genie back in the bottle" effect. That is just how it goes for players you invest the 10th-overall pick in.
Ben Roethlisberger created waves when he called Markus Wheaton the Steelers "breakout player" for the 2015 season. Prior to that, the masses believed Martavis Bryant was destined for stardom as soon as this year. While training camp confidence boosts are never the type of material you want dictating your draft decisions, Roethlisberger's declaration leaves fantasy owners with preseason scavenging to do. Wheaton has struggled to get on the same page with his quarterback throughout his NFL career, and played poorly last year. If those problems look to be alleviated, Wheaton may put up a career best season. On the other hand, a few big plays from Bryant in the preseason could end those plans quickly.
All eyes turned to Joseph Randle when the Cowboys passed on selecting a running back in the 2015 NFL Draft. With Darren McFadden the only notable veteran in the backfield, Randle became the player the team stood behind. With Randle set up as the odds on favorite to earn the starting job in Dallas, how he performs in preseason is a big story to watch. Playing behind a star-studded offensive line in Dallas gets Randle some attention. Should he go out and blow the doors off with a big preseason performance, his ADP is sure to rise accordingly.
With Le'Veon Bell set to serve an early season suspension, his primary backup, DeAngelo Williams, will be a popular late-round target for those who take the Steeler starter. The former Carolina Panther will tote the rock for Pittsburgh while their star sits out, but he looked his age last season. So while he's going to get some good opportunities in the first two weeks, we are not sure just how much he can do with them. It will be important to see how much juice he has left in his legs. If he looks finished, as he did at times in Carolina last year, then he may not even be worth a pick for the two week fill-in. Should he look re-invigorated by a new team, then Bell owners will be rushing to grab him as a strong handcuff. Reports out of Pittsburgh camp are positive. Now let's see it in action.
The Bishop Sankey experience never took off last season, as he put up middling production throughout his chances to start. The rookie runner averaged 3.7 yards per carry and only took 11 of his 152 carries for 10 or more yards. His woeful first season has opened up the door for a potential challenge from David Cobb, a rookie out of Minnesota. While Cobb was drafted in the fifth round, he could bring a steady toughness, which Sankey does not, to the running game. Reports out of Tennessee indicate this is likely to be a running back by committee approach, but a strong preseason showing from either Cobb or Sankey would go a long way in tilting the scale.
The Browns training camp opened with Terrance West, Isaiah Crowell and Duke Johnson all taking reps with the first team. Then bad news came when West and Johnson both found themselves on the injury report. Nothing is going to come easy with Cleveland running backs this season. As it stands today, all three could realistically be the top scoring player for the Browns in any given week. Fantasy owners are right to be skeptical of investing much into this backfield right now. However, preseason could give us a clue as to how the team plans to employ the trio. If Johnson is targeted frequently, he could be a nice buy for PPR leaguers. Same for players craving for a bargain workhorse if Crowell performs head and shoulders above everyone as the early down banger.
How the Patriots divvy up the quarterback reps during the preseason will be interesting enough. Watching how Jimmy Garoppolo plays will provide even more interest for fantasy owners. The drop-off from Tom Brady to the second-year quarterback will be drastic from a "real life" NFL perspective. However, we'll be concerned with how he distributes the football, and who catches his fancy. Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman are sure to get theirs in this offense, no matter what. But watch to see if Garoppolo likes to target Brandon LaFell, or whether he has a running back check down artist he looks for.
The former first rounder is universally loved as a later tight end target in fantasy this year. Tyler Eifert is an extremely talented player, but has been unable to showcase that ability due to injury. Practicing at 100 percent and with Jermain Gresham out of his way, Eifert could emerge as the No. 2 passing target in Cincinnati behind A.J. Green. Fantasy owners will first look to see if he can make it through the preseason unscathed. If he does, and provides a few nice plays along the way, we'll be knocking each other over to get to Eifert first come draft time.
In order to be an upgrade on even the uninspiring Josh McCown/Mike Glennon duo from 2014, Jameis Winston will need to have an historic rookie season. He's certainly talented and football smart enough to do so. Yet, it is important to recognize the odds he is fighting against when projecting the Buccaneers offense. Fantasy owners will be looking at preseason evidence to see how Winston facilitates this aerial attack. We'd like to see him come out and have a good chemistry with Mike Evans, as the two begin what should be a long, and mutually beneficial connection.
One of the Vikings' wide receivers is going to have a nice season with Teddy Bridgewater at the helm of Norv Turner's offense. Charles Johnson has the rapport with Bridgewater going back to last season, and is a favorite of the coaching staff. Mike Wallace has a longer pedigree and enticing speed. Fantasy owners will be watching during the preseason to see which receiver the offense looks to funnel the passing game through. Johnson could build on his 2014 momentum, but the scales will tip just as drastically if Teddy connects with Wallace on some deep bombs.
Do not rush to put any dirt on the grave of utility all-star, Danny Woodhead. The Chargers are said to be thrilled that the diminutive running back is set to return from missing a sizable chunk of last season with an injury. All signs point to him owning the passing downs in San Diego. Preseason will help determine just how much Woodhead gets sprinkled into the game plan. His utilization is going to cap the ceiling of rookie runner, Melvin Gordon. If he looks his normal self in preseason, he's back to being a regular flex in PPR leagues, and Gordon suddenly looks overvalued.
Outside of Amari Cooper, no rookie wide receiver has a better opportunity laid before him to seize early fantasy success than Breshad Perriman. Offensive coordinator Marc Trestman helps his receivers succeed, Joe Flacco has an enticing deep ball, and the depth chart is barren behind Steve Smith. The path is there for him to burst onto the scene, but it will be up to Perriman to capitalize on it. The word out of camp is that he's struggled in spurts with drops and consistency, both issues from college, in addition to working through injuries. While this is far from the drum beat you want to hear coming out of the early returns on Perriman, a strong preseason could be what seals the deal on him earning a starting spot.
The Saints seemed pretty pleased to part with Jimmy Graham, and now he's headed to one of the most run-leaning teams in the NFL. Many analysts will rush to remind you no Seattle player has ever seen over 100 targets in the Russell Wilson era. At the same time, the team has never had a passing weapon even close to the caliber of Graham. The use of Graham in exhibition games will be the first step in gleaning just how the Seahawks plan to deploy their new addition. You are looking for him to have a few nice splash plays with Wilson, particularly when the quarterback is on the move.
With Antonio Gates on the shelf with an early season suspension, Ladarius Green is finally in the spotlight fantasy analysts have been dying to shine on him. The big, fast and freakish tight end is the type of player that is hard to miss. He is one of a handful of tight ends that can take a short pass all the way to the end zone, and he's playing in an offense that could maximize that ability. Fantasy owners will be desperately watching to see if Green is ready to take a big step forward. Just one or two highlight catches in exhibition, and this cat is not going back in the bag.
The recent serious injury to Arian Foster creates a major shift in the Houston Texans offense. Someone could emerge out of a committee including Alfred Blue, Jonathan Grimes, Chris Polk and potentially a free agent. While performance and stats will be worth checking out, fantasy owners will need to carefully monitor playing time in this situation. Who takes the first few snaps? Who is deployed on passing downs and near the goal line? We'll be tracking these moments, and trying to glean who the coaching staff trusts and favors. That is, of course, provided one of these players doesn't suddenly blow the doors off with their opportunity.
There is a section of the football community that believes Andre Johnson is finished. His yards per target figure scares them away from the veteran receiver. While Johnson is certainly not the player he was just a few years ago, he was held back by a poor quarterback fit last season, and is still capable of producing at the NFL level. Now, it just so happens he's with one of the league's best quarterbacks, and is surely reinvigorated after his departure from Houston. Fantasy owners will want to see if Johnson is looking spry during the preseason, and in tune with Andrew Luck. Also be sure to track the target disparity between him and T.Y. Hilton. It could be closer than many expect when the games count.
Despite some solid production in a few games, an injury gave Sammy Watkins a rough go of things during his rookie season. A hip ailment severely limited his chances to develop as a professional route runner, and he struggled to create separation with that portion of his body compromised. Regardless of his health, Watkins' price in fantasy drafts is still pretty aggressive given his quarterback and offensive situation. However, those who want to take the plunge on the second-year receiver as a WR2 would like to see him running at the full speed he displayed in college. Early videos out of camp indicate that fantasy fans should be excited to see a much more fluid Watkins in the preseason.
The splits for the Arizona receiving corps between when Carson Palmer played, and when he did not were rather drastic a season ago. When the veteran quarterback mastered Bruce Arians' offense last season, the unit was humming and players' respective talents were shining through. Unfortunately, Palmer re-tore his ACL, and spent this offseason rehabbing that injury. Palmer is apparently completely ready to go. Yet, given his advanced age, fantasy owners would feel much more at ease if Palmer went out and put together some strong exhibition outings. All three Arizona receivers (Larry Fitzgerald, Michael Floyd, John Brown) are fantasy targets, and in order for them to reach their statistical ceilings it is vital that Palmer plays.
Not many knew that Brian Quick's shoulder injury last season nearly cost him his playing career. Luckily, he's good to go now, and is expected to play in the preseason. Quick's injury caused the masses to forget he was producing WR2 and WR3 numbers before his injury. He put up 322 yards and scored three times in the first four weeks of the season. The Appalachian St. product was just starting to put things together when he went down. Now, Quick is completely off the radar in redraft leagues. Nick Foles, for all his flaws, is likely to provide a quarterback upgrade for the Rams, and Quick could be his No. 1 receiver. Fantasy owners should watch to see if he's still progressing, despite the injury, because they may have a steal waiting for them.
Well, for one, who would not want to watch Travis Kelce play football at any chance they can get? The Chiefs emerging tight end is one of the premiere size/athleticism physical specimens in the NFL today. He made dazzling plays with the ball in his hands last season, and he was still recovering from microfracture surgery on his knee while splitting time with veterans. Now, Kelce is set to inherit the full tight end workload, and could become the target hog of the Chiefs' offense. Kelce had an impressive preseason last year, but this time around fantasy owners will be looking for the big plays to take place against starters. With his ADP now in the fifth or sixth round, we'd like to see the Chiefs show us signs that the team is dedicated to featuring him. Kelce can be one of the true game changers of the 2015 fantasy season.


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Q: com.mysql.jdbc.Driver not found after deploying project to Tomcat I had a webproject in Eclipse, which uses a connection to my mysql database.
I exported the project as .WAR-File and deployed it on a different machine to the tomcat server. On that machine there is also the mysql-database.
I do this:
envContext = new InitialContext();
DataSource ds = (DataSource) envContext.lookup( "java:comp/env/jdbc/Database" );
con = ds.getConnection();

My Context.xml:
<Resource name="jdbc/Database" auth="Container"
        type="javax.sql.DataSource"
        maxActive="100" maxIdle="30" maxWait="10000"
        username="user"
        password="pw"
        driverClassName="com.mysql.jdbc.Driver"
        url="jdbc:mysql://localhost:3306/databasename"/>

But I get this error:
java.sql.SQLException: com.mysql.jdbc.Driver
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.PooledConnection.connectUsingDriver(PooledConnection.java:254)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.PooledConnection.connect(PooledConnection.java:182)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.ConnectionPool.createConnection(ConnectionPool.java:701)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.ConnectionPool.borrowConnection(ConnectionPool.java:635)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.ConnectionPool.init(ConnectionPool.java:486)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.ConnectionPool.<init>(ConnectionPool.java:144)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.DataSourceProxy.pCreatePool(DataSourceProxy.java:116)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.DataSourceProxy.createPool(DataSourceProxy.java:103)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.DataSourceFactory.createDataSource(DataSourceFactory.java:554)
    at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.DataSourceFactory.getObjectInstance(DataSourceFactory.java:242)
    at org.apache.naming.factory.ResourceFactory.getObjectInstance(ResourceFactory.java:141)
    at javax.naming.spi.NamingManager.getObjectInstance(NamingManager.java:321)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:842)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:153)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:830)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:153)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:830)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:153)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:830)
    at org.apache.naming.NamingContext.lookup(NamingContext.java:167)
    at org.apache.naming.SelectorContext.lookup(SelectorContext.java:156)
    at javax.naming.InitialContext.lookup(InitialContext.java:411)
    at bachelor.Cronjob.run(Cronjob.java:63)
    at java.util.concurrent.Executors$RunnableAdapter.call(Executors.java:471)
    at java.util.concurrent.FutureTask.runAndReset(FutureTask.java:304)
    at java.util.concurrent.ScheduledThreadPoolExecutor$ScheduledFutureTask.access$301(ScheduledThr$
    at java.util.concurrent.ScheduledThreadPoolExecutor$ScheduledFutureTask.run(ScheduledThreadPool$
    at java.util.concurrent.ThreadPoolExecutor.runWorker(ThreadPoolExecutor.java:1145)
    at java.util.concurrent.ThreadPoolExecutor$Worker.run(ThreadPoolExecutor.java:615)
        at java.lang.Thread.run(Thread.java:745)
Caused by: java.lang.ClassNotFoundException: com.mysql.jdbc.Driver
        at java.net.URLClassLoader$1.run(URLClassLoader.java:366)
        at java.net.URLClassLoader$1.run(URLClassLoader.java:355)
        at java.security.AccessController.doPrivileged(Native Method)
        at java.net.URLClassLoader.findClass(URLClassLoader.java:354)
        at java.lang.ClassLoader.loadClass(ClassLoader.java:425)
        at java.lang.ClassLoader.loadClass(ClassLoader.java:358)
        at java.lang.Class.forName0(Native Method)
        at java.lang.Class.forName(Class.java:278)
        at org.apache.tomcat.jdbc.pool.PooledConnection.connectUsingDriver(PooledConnection.java:246)
        ... 29 more

In the "WEB-INF/lib"-Folder I got the 'mysql-connector-java-5.1.35-bin.jar'.
Does anyone know why it works in eclipse but not in tomcat on the other machine? Thanks alot!

A: I am almost sure that if you use a JNDI datasource defined in Context.xml, the DB driver has to be in $CATALINA_HOME/lib, i.e. it is not enough to have it in WEB-INF/lib.
(Some Tomcat installations have different CATALINA_HOME and CATALINA_BASE, so if you cannot find the proper lib folder, then probably the easiest way to find where it is is to run ps axwww | grep -i catalina command and then to look for the -Dcatalina.home=... option.)


World of Warcraft (WoW) is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) released in 2004 by Blizzard Entertainment. It is the fourth released game set in the fantasy Warcraft universe. World of Warcraft takes place within the Warcraft world of Azeroth, approximately four years after the events at the conclusion of Blizzard's previous Warcraft release, Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne. Blizzard Entertainment announced World of Warcraft on September 2, 2001. The game was released on November 23, 2004, on the 10th anniversary of the Warcraft franchise.
The World of Warcraft Arena World Championship involves some of the best players from all over the globe. After months of heated and hard-won battles, the tournament culminates in several brutal arena battles at BlizzCon, where we'll crown the victorious team Arena World Champions.
Before they're able to compete at the Arena World Championship Finals at BlizzCon, teams will need to prove themselves against teams in their own region, starting with the Arena Cups. Arena Cups are online 3v3 Arena tournaments hosted by Blizzard that are open to players of all skill levels to join, with cash rewards in addition to points for North America and Europe. Starting in late summer, the top 12 point-earning teams will be invited to compete at their Regional Championships, where they will be seeded based on their point total from the entire year.
Points can be earned from the Arena Cups hosted by Blizzard, but also from community tournaments that have been approved to reward points. There are a lot of chances to earn points throughout the year!
If you think your team has what it takes to compete, be sure to check out the official rules to ensure you're eligible.
Unlike the previous rounds, all of the different regional championships are live LAN events, with players playing on stage instead of from home. Playing on stage with the same setup and equipment puts players on a level playing field, and separates the pretenders from true Arena Champions. Tensions will be high, but it's good practice for BlizzCon, where they'll be playing in front of massive crowds of cheering fans this November!
This year's World Championship has leveled up, with teams from NA, Europe, China, and Latin America invited. 12 teams from across the world will finally converge at BlizzCon where they'll compete for their share of the prize pool. The 12 qualifying teams will include four teams from North America, four teams from Europe, two teams from China, one team from Latin America, and one team from Asia Pacific.
The action at BlizzCon can get chaotic in an instant. Unlike the regional championships, there's a good chance that teams will find themselves facing off against teams they've never encountered before. Different regional strategies can lead to upsets and unpredictable results, so don't miss a single game of action!


Star trail photos, with moving stars forming streaks of light across the night sky, are always popular. In this tutorial, we're going to walk you through how to shoot source images for a star trail photo, and then how to merge them in Lightroom. If you're in the northern hemisphere, you'll need to aim for Polaris, the north star, to achieve the classic 'circular' star trail look. If you're in the southern hemisphere, you'll need to find the south celestial pole.
A big part of photographing the night sky successfully is having low light pollution and clear, cloudless skies, so first we had to do a bit of research to find a really dark sky, and a clear night on which to photograph. The Brecon Beacons, in South Wales, became only the fifth International Dark Sky Reserve in the world back in 2012, and prides itself on having extremely dark skies. This made it the perfect location for us to photograph our star trails.
The weather in Wales is notoriously changeable, so we kept a close eye on the forecast and made sure we were all packed up and ready to go as soon as an opportunity presented itself.
Your eyes have two types of light receptors: rods and cones. Rods are used in very low light but do take a while to adjust to darkness – typically 15 minutes or so. They are also extremely sensitive; all it takes is a brief burst of light and the clock is reset, and you have to wait another 15 minutes. The good news is that rods can't detect red light, but cones can, so if you use a red light at night, you'll be able to find your way around without ruining your night vision.
Check the light pollution and the weather before you go, and pick a location that will be clear of clouds and unwanted lights.
Wrap up warm. Your camera also feels the cold, so take a towel or hand warmers to wrap around the lens and avoid misting.
Bring a pocket light, and make sure it's red or has a red filter. Using a red light will help you keep your night vision.
Get set up to compose your scene. This will be difficult in darkness, which is why recceing the location beforehand is important.
No stars sit as perfectly in the south as Polaris does in the north. To locate the south celestial pole, find the Southern Cross and draw an imaginary line from the top to the bottom, and then extend it about four times.
Compose your photo with Polaris in the centre (for circular shapes) or off to one side for beautifully curved star trails, as in our shot. To find Polaris, take a compass reading to locate north, then aim your camera in that direction and slightly up, and look for the brightest star.
You can find true north even if you don't have a compass. You will need to know at least one constellation, though, and that's Ursa Major (The Plough). Find the end of the 'pan' part of the shape (see above), then plot an imaginary line up from the edge of the pan to the very next bright star.
We used a bungee cord to tie our bag to the tripod to stabilise it in the windy conditions. When shooting long exposures, keep the camera as still as possible. Anything you can do to steady the camera is a good thing. A bungee cord takes up little space and is worth throwing in your bag.
The AF system won't have enough light to focus properly so you must focus manually. If there are distant lights, focus on these, then recompose. If not, get a friend to stand 40 to 50 feet in front of the camera and point a light towards you, focus on the light, then recompose.
Keep your lens warm to prevent it misting up as the night gets colder. We wrapped our lens with a heated hand warmer and a small towel, with a rubber band to hold it around the barrel. Be careful not to knock the focus ring when wrapping your flannel around the lens barrel though.
Set your lens to its widest aperture. The stars are so far away a shallow depth of field won't make any difference to the focusing of the shot. Set a shutter speed of between 20 and 30 seconds at ISO 200 and take a test shot. If your shots are too dark, increase the ISO.
If your location suffers from light pollution, try the 'expose to the right' technique. Take a shot and check the histogram: you want the graph to stack up to the right-hand side, but without clipping. This should allow your sensor to capture more detail. You can correct the exposure in post-production.
Open the intervalometer setting in your camera's menu. If your camera doesn't have this feature, use an external intervalometer to set the number of shots. The number will depend on how long you want your trails. We set 200 shots at an exposure time of 30 seconds each.
If you find your images do have lots of noise, don't worry because you can reduce this in Lightroom. Go to the Develop module, and in the Detail panel (at the bottom-right of screen – you may have to scroll down), under Reset Noise Reduction move the Luminance slider up until the noise is acceptable.
Go to File>New Catalogue. Name your catalogue Star Trails and click on Save. The (empty) Library window will open up. Navigate to your images, select them all, press Cmd/Ctrl + A, and drag them onto the grey import area. Click on the import button in the window that appears.
Move to the Develop module. On the right hand-side you'll see the tool panel. Starting from the top, switch the white balance to Tungsten, to alleviate the light pollution. Add fill light to brighten the midtones, and then increase the vibrance to boost the colours without clipping them.
Select all the photos in the filmstrip by going to Select>All and clicking on the Sync button. Tick Check all before clicking on Synchronise, and these adjustments will be applied to all the selected images. Click on Edit, then choose Photo>Edit In>Open As Layers in Photoshop.
The images open on separate layers. Drag the first image you took to the bottom and set blending mode to normal. Select the top layer, change the blending mode to Lighten, then right-click and pick Copy layer style. Go to Select>All layers, right-click on any layer and pick Paste layer style.
If you have any aeroplane light trails, or extraneous light leaking in, add a mask to the layer in question, grab your Brush tool (press B) and paint with black to eliminate the distraction. Be careful not to brush out the stars as well, as this will result in gaps in the star trails themselves.
You're nearly done. Now you just need to save the image. Go to File>Save As and choose a suitable file type – JPEGs are usually the most useful. Give the picture a file name and click on Save. Your image will export, giving you the final photograph.


When kids are able to indicate preferences for toys, characters, and activities, it's time to involve them in kids room decoration of their liking. Look for clues in their daily life and translate it to the walls.
If you wish to incorporate an educational component, introduce letters and numbers in the wall art. Or, hang manipulatives, such as wood rings, spinning block sets, or interlocking plastic gears. Even wood peg puzzles can look artful.


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Q: CMOS astable circuit I have made the following astable circuit in Multisim:

However, it didn't work (oscilloscope reads 0V as an output.)
I think the problem is because of VDD and GND pins which are hidden in Multisim.
Does anybody know how can I make them visible? If I have another mistake please tell me.

A: you need a resistor between the capacitor and the input to prevent the protection diodes on the input from taking too much current.

slightly edited image from CD4060 data sheet.


The type D properties in Paradise Estate are medium-sized villas that come with almost all the practical amenities as seen in a Type B property. There is parking space that can fit two of your cars, while the entrance verandah faces a sweet little garden that is a beautiful green facade to your new home.
The main door opens into living room. The Living room attached with the dining area is a spacious room to entertain guests or relax with your family. The kitchen is well organized, with imported modular cabinets and fixtures attached with a storage room. The storeroom is very much spacious, making all your storage worries go away.
All the bedrooms have attached bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms are on the first floor, with two balconies. The master bedroom enjoys its own private balcony making it the perfect spot for your morning coffee.
And If you're worried about security issues or mosquito infestation, rest assured all windows in each property of Paradise Estate are fitted with mosquito netting and burglar-proof metal grills. Here, we want you to be completely at peace in your splendid and spacious Paradise Estate home.


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The Perplexing Plots and Performances of "It Shoulda Been You"
It Shoulda Been You, now playing at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, has all the ingredients to make a Broadway hit for the Discerning Theatergoer™:
An original new musical not based on a preexisting film/novel/group of pop songs? Check!
A Broadway directorial debut by distinguished actor and Discerning Theatergoer™ fave David Hyde Pierce. Check!
A glorious ensemble cast filled with Tony Award winners (Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris), Tony nominees (Montego Glover), and future Tony nominees (Lisa Howard and Sierra Boggess)? Check times a million!
Future Tony Award nominees Lisa Howard and Sierra Boggess. (Photo by Joan Marcus)
But sometimes, even the finest ingredients don't add up to an appetizing dish. Despite its talented creative team, It Shoulda Been You has some issues that makes the production difficult to swallow.
First, the set-up: It Shoulda Been You spans the wedding day of Rebecca (Sierra Boggess) and Brian (David Burtka). Sierra's older sister Jenny (Lisa Howard) is happy for Rebecca, but she isn't so happy with her mother's (Tyne Daly) constant comments on her weight and lack of a boyfriend. When Marty, Rebecca's ex-boyfriend, finds out about the wedding, he's determined to stop it at any cost. He's not the only one, as both the mother-of-the-bride and the mother-of-the-groom (Harriet Harris) disapprove of the marriage–and each other. Meanwhile, Rebecca and Brian are hiding a secret that would shock the entire wedding party if it came out.
This all sounds like the plot of a fun musical… if it were the only plot. But there are several other narrative threads in It Shoulda Been You that are begun but never fully developed. Why does Brian's austere father have random impulses to break out into dance? How does the wedding planner magically anticipate every character's needs? (And no, his response of having years of experiences working weddings does not cut it.) If all of these story-lines weren't enough, It Shoulda Been You also hinges on a plot twist that, while certainly jaw-dropping, doesn't have complexity and specificity.
Sadly, the same can be said for the rest of the musical. The music and lyrics are not particularly memorable and at times sound dated. The set also does not look modern, resembling a hotel that hasn't updated its decor since 1996. The production's few references also seem like they were taken from the pop culture archives: Marty admits that one of his weaknesses is watching infomercials, while one of the wedding planning issues centers on including paninis at the reception. Yes, you read that right. Paninis.
Dueling In-Laws. (Photo by Joan Marcus)
The one aspect of the show that doesn't falter is its cast. Tyne Daly and Harriet Harris are both scene-stealers as monsters-in-law, while Sierra Boggess and David Burtka make an adorable bride and groom. Montego Glover shines in her only number. And with strong acting and a voice to match, Lisa Howard shows how amazing she is at leading a musical. (I hope we get to see her do it again, and soon.)
It Shoulda Been You definitely should have been better. Still, even with all of its weak elements, it provided an entertaining night at the theatre. But the Discerning Theatergoer™ may be less than pleased–and they'd be right.
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The Environmental Education Coalition of Napa County (EECNC) formed in 2001 in response to the need to connect the local community to the environment. The initial goal of this group was to create a guide of local environmental education providers who serve Napa County teachers. As the coalition grew, the scope of EECNC expanded to include an on-line resource guide for teachers, annual coordination of Napa's Earth Day celebration, awarding the annual Darcy Aston Environmental Advocacy Scholarship, and coordination of Environmental Education Bus Grant to fund field trips that develop the next generation of environmental stewards.
Various local organizations make up the coalition and share the responsibilities of the above tasks and goals.
EECNC activities are funded by the various organizations of which it is composed, as well as donations and event proceeds.
EECNC is fiscally sponsored by Friends of the Napa River, Inc.


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Kansas Lawmakers Fall Short in Their Attempts to Ban Transgender Athletes from Female Sports Teams
Monday, May 3rd, 2021, by Kansas News Service
TOPEKA, Kansas — Republicans trying to push through a ban on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports fell short Monday of overriding Democratic Governor Laura Kelly's veto of the bill.
The tally was one vote shy of overriding in the Kansas Senate, which stopped progress before the House could take up the measure. That means transgender athletes can continue to compete on female sports teams at Kansas public schools and universities contingent on league rules on the matter.
Opponents of the bill had argued the ban targeted transgender students who already often face harassment.
"It is a piece of legislation that can be bullying and discriminatory to our children in Kansas," Democratic state Senator Pat Pettey said during debate on the override.
Supporters argue transgender athletes hold an unfair advantage and the ban would preserve women's athletics.
"It is our right and it is our responsibility to speak up," Republican state Senator Renee Erickson said.
Democratic state Senator David Haley cast the deciding vote against an override in the Senate. He said he supports LGBTQ rights but also has a relative on a women's college sports scholarship.
The vote was sitting one short of the 27 needed for an override in the Senate. After delaying his decision, Haley ultimately voted against the bill.
"This is probably one of the most difficult votes I've had to take," Haley said, "because the issues are so well-reasoned on both sides."
An override would have likely triggered a legal fight, as seen in Idaho.
The effort in Kansas mirrored a push in more than 30 other states.
Kelly had said the ban sent a message that Kansas was an unwelcoming and discriminatory state and that it could cost it athletic events and economic development projects.
"As Kansans, we should be focused on how to include all students in extracurricular activities rather than how to exclude those who may be different than us," Kelly said in a statement when vetoing the bill.
The governing board of the NCAA has warned that such laws could jeopardize major sports events, warning that the group only holds competitions in places that are "safe, healthy and free of discrimination."
"We will continue to closely monitor these situations to determine whether NCAA championships can be conducted in ways that are welcoming and respectful of all participants," the group said last month.
Wichita is currently slated to host NCAA basketball championship events in 2022 and 2025.
Abigail Censky contributed to this report.
Stephen Koranda is the Statehouse reporter and news editor for the Kansas News Service. You can follow him on Twitter @Stephen_Koranda or email him at stephenkoranda @kcur.org.
The Kansas News Service is a collaboration of Kansas Public Radio, KCUR, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio focused on health, the social determinants of health and their connection to public policy. Kansas News Service stories and photos may be republished by news media at no cost with proper attribution and a link to ksnewsservice.org.
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More Songs From Finland
Songs in the Finnish Language
Articles about Finland
Jaakko kulta
Songs & Rhymes From Finland
Jaakko kulta,
Herää jo,
Herää jo.
Kellojasi soita,
Kellojasi soita.
Pium paum poum,
Pium paum poum
Darling James
Darling James,
Wake up now,
Wake up now.
The bells are ringing,
Pim pam pom,
Pim pam pom.
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Frère Jacques Around The World eBook
100+ Versions (230+ Pages), Many with Sheet Music and Links to Recordings!
Frère Jacques is one of the most popular songs in the world. It exists in more countries and versions than any other we've found, and kids everywhere know the tune. That makes it ideal to introduce children to languages.
In Frère Jacques Around The World we've gathered over 100 of these versions, from many countries.
•	Over 100 versions of Frère Jacques
• Many with sheet music
• Links tp recordings and videos
We've included versions from countries all over the world, including Mexico, Japan, Thailand and, of course, France.
You'll also find an article by Mama Lisa about Teaching Kids To Love Language with Frère Jacques.
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Kid Songs Around The World - A Mama Lisa eBook
100 Songs (350 Pages) With Sheet Music And Links To Recordings
Whoever the children are in your life - your kids, your grandkids, your students, even yourself (in your heart) - Kid Songs Around The World is a wonderful way to help them experience other languages and cultures.
We've gathered 100 of our favorite songs and rhymes from all the continents of the globe. (Over 350 pages!)
Each song includes the full text in the original language, with an English translation, and most include sheet music.
All include links to web pages where you can listen to recordings, hear the tune or watch a video performance.
Each includes a beautiful illustration. Many have commentary sent to us by our correspondents who write about the history of the songs and what they've meant in their lives.
We hope this book will help foster a love of international children's songs!
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Father's Day Traditions Around the World
In America, we celebrate dad on the 3rd Sunday of June by treating him to his favorite meal or spending quality time doing something he loves. But that's not the case in every country. Every culture has their own ways to show appreciation to their fathers. For example, in South Africa [...]
Christmas Countdown – Santa Lucia in Scandinavia & Italy
In Scandinavia, there's a beautiful celebration in December called Santa Lucia. The celebration started in part of Sweden in the 18th century. It slowly spread to the rest of the country in the 19th century and to most of Scandinavia in the 20th century. Traditionally, to celebrate [...]
The Bunny Hop & Letkis Craze Around the World
Do you remember doing the Bunny Hop? I learnt it as a kid in the early '70's in dance class. The Bunny Hop and the Finnish Folk Dance called "Letkajenkka" (aka Letkis) are nearly identical. Both became a dance craze around the world. The Bunny Hop became popular in [...]
Can Anyone Help with a Finnish Song?
Ilona wrote asking for help with a Finnish song her mother taught her. Here's her email… Our Finnish Mumi taught us a song which started: (Excuse the spelling; also – no umlauts) Semmonen tytto kun sina olet, Sen mina ten vaikka puusta [...]
Pussy Willows and Easter
My friend Maria Hayda, who has family from Ukraine, wrote: "Lisa, pussy willow is what we use for our Easters :) since Eastern Europe is unable to grow palm trees... My Grandmother had a huge bouquet she saved thru the decades. Now I've started my own bouquet." According to [...]
Learn 40 Languages for Free on the Internet
Open Culture has a page of free language learning links covering 40 languages. Here are some of the languages you can find links for… Arabic, English, Chinese, French, Spanish, Bulgarian, Catalan, Danish, Dutch, Esperanto, Finnish, Gaelic, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Irish, [...]
Happy Santa Lucia! Come Watch a Video of a Song
Santa Lucia's Day is celebrated on December 13th in Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland. It commemorates the life of Santa Lucia, who is also known as Saint Lucy. It's the beginning of the Christmas season in those countries and is a celebration of light - at the time of year when [...]
Nocturne – A Swedish Poem with an MP3 Recording
Here's a lovely Swedish poem about a moonlit summer night. It was written by Finnish poet Edith Södergran (1892 – 1923). You can listen to the recording below and follow along with the original poem in Swedish. The you'll find a loose English translation after the poem. MP3 [...]
Can Anyone Help with a Finnish Lullaby?
Teresa Tirado wrote asking about a Finnish lullaby: My recently past grandmother used to sing a Finnish version of Rock A By Baby to me as a child. I am desperately searching for the words and clip so as to be able to learn to sing it to my children. Please if you could help […] [...]
Can Anyone Help with the Finnish Kids Song "Tipu, tipu"?
Nikoletta wrote: Dear Mama Lisa, I would like to ask your help. I'm a Hungarian girl (a mother with two children). My grandmother came from Finland, but we can't speak Finnish. She died in 2000. In my mind there is a song from my children's age: Tipu, tipu ….. I tried to [...]


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Indiana-Mount Vernon: increase in coal shipments helps drive record breaking 1Q18 for port
World Coal, Thursday, 17 May 2018 10:50
The Ports of Indiana have achieved record first quarter shipments in 2018, handling 3.2 million t at all three ports. The Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon drove this success by setting a record for the highest first quarter volume ever recorded at any of the state's three ports. This follows a record-breaking year for Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon, which handled more cargo in 2017 than any port in the 57-year history of Indiana's port system.
In the first quarter of 2018, the Mount Vernon port handled 2.2 million t, which is 6% higher than the first quarter of 2017. Key drivers of the record shipments included increases in coal (+16%), grain (+27%), and smaller increases in salt, limestone and soy products.
"Coming off a record-setting year in Mount Vernon, it's encouraging to see the upward trends continue, especially in coal and agricultural shipments, which make up over 90% of this port's cargo," said Port Director for the Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon, Phil Wilzbacher. "This first quarter certainly sets the pace for what we anticipate being another strong year for maritime shipments throughout Indiana."
Business activities at the Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon support over 7000 jobs and generate more than US$1 billion in annual economic impact for the state, including US$348 million in wages and US$33 million in state and local taxes each year. Coal, soybean meal, soybean oil, ethanol, dried distillers grain, corn, wheat, fertilizer, minerals and cement are primary cargoes moving through the Mount Vernon port.
The Port of Indiana-Jeffersonville saw a 3% increase in the first quarter. According to the port, this increase was driven by rises in fertilizer, liquid bulk, and salt shipments, with more salt coming through the port in the first quarter of 2018 than was handled in the whole of 2017. The Port of Indiana-Burns Harbour saw a slight decrease in shipments year to date, but handles over 90% of its annual cargo in the last three quarters of the year, after the St. Lawrence Seaway opens to ocean vessels.
Read the article online at: https://www.worldcoal.com/coal/17052018/indiana-mount-vernon-increase-in-coal-shipments-helps-drive-record-breaking-1q18-for-port/


Bernard Capes was celebrated as one of the most prolific authors of the late Victorian period, producing dozens of short stories, articles, and more than forty novels across multiple genres, culminating in the first original crime novel published by Collins, The Skeleton Key.
Bernard Capes was celebrated as one of the most prolific authors of the late Victorian period, producing dozens of short stories, articles, and more than forty novels across multiple genres, culminating in the first original crime novel published by Collins, The Skeleton Key. His greatest acclaim, however, came from penning some of the most terrifying ghost stories of the era. Yet following his death in 1918 his work all but slipped into oblivion until the 1980s, when veteran anthologist Hugh Lamb first collected Capes's tales of terror as The Black Reaper.
Every story bears the stamp of Capes's fertile and deeply pessimistic imagination, from werewolf priests and haunted typewriters to marble hands that come to life and plague-stricken villagers haunted by a scythe-wielding ghost. Now expanded with eleven further stories, a revised introduction and a new foreword by Capes's grandson, Ian Burns, this classic collection will thrill horror fans and restore Capes's reputation as one of the best writers in the horror genre.


In a new study published today in JAMA Pediatrics, Kaiser Permanente researchers found that 49 percent of children ages 2-24 months did not receive all recommended vaccinations or did not get vaccinated according to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices schedule.
Kaiser Permanente researchers used the Vaccine Safety Datalink a collaborative effort among the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and nine managed care organizations to analyze immunization records of 323,247 children born between 2004. Data from immunization records helped illuminate the number of days each child was missing scheduled vaccines for any reason, including parents intentionally choosing not to vaccinate their children according to ACIP recommendations. Children who did not receive their vaccines on time were considered "undervaccinated."
"While a large majority of parents in the US choose to vaccinate their children, a growing number of parents are concerned about vaccine safety and choose to vaccinate their children according to alternative immunization schedules," says lead study author Jason Glanz, PhD, a senior scientist at Kaiser Permanente's Institute for Health Research. "The medical community doesn't have a lot of data on these alternative schedules, so we are hoping the results from this study will open the door to more opportunities to examine their safety and efficacy."
The study found the number of undervaccinated children increased significantly during the study period, and 1 in 8 undervaccinated children's parents intentionally chose not to adhere to ACIP immunization guidelines. Alternative schedules either involve increasing the time between vaccinations or reducing the number of vaccinations in a single office visit, leaving children undervaccinated. Study findings also indicate undervaccinated children are less likely to visit their doctor's offices and more likely to be admitted to hospitals compared to their peers vaccinated under the standard schedule.
Kaiser Permanente can deliver transformational health research like this study in part because it has the largest private electronic health record system in the world. The organization's integrated model and electronic health record system securely connect 9 million people, 533 medical offices, and 37 hospitals, linking patients with their health care teams, their personal health information, and the latest medical knowledge. The Vaccine Safety Datalink project, which monitors immunization safety and addresses the gaps in scientific knowledge about any rare and serious events that occur following immunization, is enabled in part by Kaiser Permanente's electronic health records.
Kaiser Permanente is committed to furthering understanding of vaccine effectiveness and safety, including patterns of vaccine refusal. Recent Kaiser Permanente studies found children of parents who refuse vaccines are nine times more likely to get chickenpox and 23 times more likely to get whooping cough than fully immunized children.


We've had a lot of interest lately from customers asking about essential oils, and whether our moonshine stills are suited for it. Our answer to that is a resounding YES!
Both models can be used to make all sorts of essential oils. The split-top is a little better because you can keep your materials out of the water, and pack it fuller.
We'll be doing a write up on how to make essential oils in the following days, so stay tuned.


If you need to find a new place to live, but you do not have a lot of money to put towards rent, you may think your only option is to live in an unsafe area or in a rundown apartment. But this is not the case. You'll have to do some intense legwork to get there, but there are definitely ways to find a decent, safe apartment for rent on a tight budget.
1. Think of living with roommates.
If you are single and do not mind sharing space with other people, consider finding a few roommates who are willing to share an apartment. Two or three-bedroom apartments generally cost only a little more to rent than one-bedrooms, but you'll be splitting the rent two or three ways, so your total cost is lower. Ask around among friends to see if anyone is looking for a roommate, and consider posting on housing boards online, too.
2. Search in a college town.
Whether you plan to live with roommates or alone, consider focusing your search on a college town. College towns are generally pretty safe, and there tend to be a lot of affordable apartments for rent, since students can't usually afford to may much. Yet, the apartments are functional and generally located near conveniences. After all, college students don't always have cars, either. You may feel strange being a non-student renter in a college town, but that's a small price to pay for cheap, safe living.
3. Be willing to walk up stairs.
Apartments up a few flights of stairs do not appeal to a lot of people. Few people want to move all of their items up so many stairs or climb the stairs every day. So, you can typically get a decent apartment in a decent area for a cheap price if you're willing to live on an upper floor! Some top-floor apartments sit on the market for a long time since they're less desirable, so you might be able to offer the landlord less than they're asking for rent and have them accept your offer.
4. Ask for a discount for maintenance.
Another option is to look for apartments that are slightly more than you can afford, and then ask the landlord if they can give you a discount if you agree to take care of the gardening, maintain the common spaces, or do some other sort of work. Many landlord will accept this offer since it saves them from having to hire a gardener or other contractor.


This is a video mash-up using two youtube videos we do not own.
The first video is entitled "NYC Subway Graffiti from the 1980's" and is owned by youtube user: stevensiegel260.
The second video is entitled "HOTMUSIC" and is owned by youtube user: illroy77.
The music underneath is owned by Mixtape Sessions and is entitled "Bomb."


Beijing: Fresh Grass made the backdrop for the launch of the Spring / Summer 2011 collection in Mainland China.
Were the bold colours that formed the backbone of the BALLY collection and provided a fresh palette at the intimate dinner the client wanted to introduce their new management to their most important Chinese customers and landlords?
In a zen-like, all white venue on the outskirts of Beijing, spring sprang in the midst of the Beijing winter shining fresh light on the timeless brand. Against a palette of grass and white, the new products stood out while guests watched the runway parade from Milan projected onto the white space. After, a sand-artist entertained making classic images with a moment's lifespan.
Immediately after the dinner the collection was introduced to the BALLY flagship store in a pop-up boutique just for Beijing shoppers.


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International School In Hyderabadadmin2020-01-16T11:52:29+05:30
What is better? Learning 'how-to-learn'
or becoming a memory
storage card? KNOW MORE ON OUR 'HAPPY MINDS MODEL' Did You Know? Theatre is not an
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The Gaudium, international school in Hyderabad, has been named as one of Asia's Greatest Brands and Ms. Kirthi Reddy, Director as one of Asia's Greatest Leaders.
click here to see the certificates
The Gaudium, international school in Hyderabad, has been featured in Forbes India Marquee 2018 – a special Marquee Edition in association with SkillTree Knowledge Consortium and Great Place To Study.
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The Gaudium, international school in Hyderabad, Kollur campus has been named Best Emerging School in Hyderabad by Times School Ranking Survey 2018.
The only International School in Hyderabad to have an Adventure Park on campus.
The only International School in Hyderabad to have a Petting Zoo on campus.
The only International School in Hyderabad to have an Interactive Science Park.
Choice of Curriculum – again a first in an International School in Hyderabad
The teachers at The Gaudium, the best internaional school in Hyderabad, understand the need to develop the gross motor, psychomotor and fine motor skills in pre-schoolers. They encourage children to interact with peers. They are taught to express themselves through play and communication. This is a feature no other international school in Hyderabad offers.
Our Primary School curriculum relies on IB-PYP (Primary Years Program). The curriculum framework is ideal for developing skills. It also helps in understanding of English, Mathematics, Science and Social Science. Being an international school in Hyderabad you can expect the very best of the foundation for your toddler.
Our Middle School Program offers both CBSE & IGCSE curriculum and focuses on the development of knowledge and skills. The focus is in the core subject areas of Science, Mathematics and English. It is also complemented by Languages, Humanities and Arts.
The Gaudium is the only international school in Hyderabad to be IBDP Certified and CBSE Affiliated (Registration No: 3630194) for Grades 11 & 12.
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I want to express our thanks for teaching such a young mind concepts that have changed Arhann's way of identifying and describing things. I was amazed when he himself pointed out patterns like tiger has stripes, leopard has spots, a flower garland has colour pattern, and while playing carrom he started saying black.. White… Black.. White… We even made fishes with paper rolls, colored them and played feed the fish game and he was so happy in making and then playing with it. All this is nothing but a reflection of your efforts that he is taking interest in such activities. Once again than you so much for guiding and always being there to help and teach them. Jeha Shah, Parent of Arhann Monil Shah My son Nimma Arya is from Grade 4B. He is new to Gaudium and my son loves going to gaudium now. Previously he was in an other school where he never use to enjoy studies but he loves his school and Mentors. He always appreciate an praises his mentor Mrs Rabia and keep telling about them always and the way they make the class so interesting is very fascinating my son and ofcourse for me too. It's a pleasure for me and my family that my son is a part of Gaudium. Would want to thank the mentors of grade 4B for bringing a change in my son. Rajitha Nimma, Parent of Nimma Arya I would like to take this opportunity to appreciate the great efforts put in by the school in not just imparting education, but also moulding their individual personalities. The school day on 7-Jan really showcases your efforts and enthusiasm in ensuring every student was a part of such a great show. Congratulations on pulling it off. I joined my kids(Shriya and Shruti) only this year and in these few months I have already seen a very big change in their attitude towards school, personality and confidence. I am totally convinced that Gaudium is not "just another international school", but a school that is looking to make a huge impact. Niranjan, Parent of Shriya & Shruti
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What makes an international school in Hyderabad an international school? The orientation that creates the ability in children to recognize, realize and reciprocate to the others in the environment. It is not just to other human beings but nature as a whole. The concept of a petting zoo might seem like a hobby or a 'cute' thing. However it is very important to inculcate in children that they are one with the nature. Read more on the facilities in The Gaudium.
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Is education merely to impart knowledge? Or should it also show how to apply that knowledge? Why we as parents are just focused on mindless test-scores? Why cannot we move to a more meaningful method of evaluation? Can a child be taught to recognise and create value in everything it does? The Gaudium, an international school in Hyderabad, has been established to answer these and more questions. Know more about The Gaudium here.
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The Gaudium has the distinction of being the first international school in Hyderabad to introduce STEM. It is a hands-on, integrated learning program popular in the USA, UK and East Asia. Broadly activities can be called as Scholastic and Non-Scholastic Activities. The Gaudium lays equal emphasis on both kinds of activities. Click here to know more about STEM.


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Q: Using ReactQuery for Search page, need to call multiple times im hoping this is an easy one for an experienced react query user, but i dont see the solution for using ReactQuery as the fetch mechanism for a search page, where the end user updates the search criteria and executes a new search. i see there is a useQueries, but it states its for multiple parallel queries. im looking for:

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*load page without query (no search text)

*user enters search criteria,

*execute search query

*user updates search criteria,

*execute search query again

A: You wont't need useQueries for this.
 const {data} = useQuery(['search',searchTerm],()=>/*search api*/,{
  enabled: !!searchTerm
})

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*searchTerm is passed as queryKey so that whenever it changes a new call to api is made.

*the query is only enabled when searchTerm is not empty.


Without a doubt, this is a technologically advanced vehicle for the sport-inclined driving enthusiast! The engine breathes better thanks to a turbocharger, improving both performance and economy. All of the premium features expected of a Honda are offered, including: power moon roof, power door mirrors and heated door mirrors, and remote keyless entry. Honda made sure to keep road-handling and sportiness at the top of it's priority list. It features a continuously variable transmission, front-wheel drive, and an efficient 4 cylinder engine.


I'm not normally a fan of clutches. When going out I like to be hands free and often wear cross-body bags. When going to an event where dancing will occur, I'll always wear a small cross-body bag (like this or this), as I feel uneasy leaving a clutch unattended while dancing.
I love the black and white leaf pattern. This could be paired with any neutral palette, a white summer dress or even jeans, a crisp white shirt (yes, I'm all about those crisp white shirts) and a floppy hat.


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Falsomesosella perakensis är en skalbaggsart som beskrevs av Stefan von Breuning 1960. Falsomesosella perakensis ingår i släktet Falsomesosella och familjen långhorningar. Inga underarter finns listade i Catalogue of Life.

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It's not your age, it's the age of the person you feel that matters when it comes to sex
Sexual activity diminishes in frequency as we get older
Aled Thomas
We care intimate less frequently as we get older the Kinsey institute found
If you want to maintain an active sex life as you get older, try feeling young – if you can.
That's the advice from the leading institute of research into sexual behaviour The Kinsey Institute.
It's research shows that frequency of sexual relations drops off quite dramatically as people age.
While there are, of course always exceptions, it seems the pattern is fairly constant.
The findings, published in the The Journal of Sex Research, show that people under the age of 30 typically have sex twice a week – about 112 times a year.
Those in the 30 to 39 category are likely to get intimate less frequently – about 1.6 times per week, or 86 times a year.
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Then those who are aged between 40 and 49 have sex only 69 times per year, about half the amount of those in the 18 to 29 category.
Scientists carrying out the research carried out two interviews - ten years apart - with 1,170 individuals in America.
They found the reasons people tend to have less sex as they get older weren't just down to physical factors – but often emotional ones.
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In his Kinsey Institute blog, Dr Justin Lehmiller said: "Those who feel older and have more negative attitudes toward aging are likely to perceive the sharpest declines in the quality of their sex lives.
Alfred Kinsey, the sexual researcher who founded his eponymous institute at Indiana University
"At the same time, the younger people feel, the more likely they are to maintain high sexual satisfaction as they get older – or at least they'll experience a much less noticeable change.
"More generally, this study provides further support for the idea that your brain really is your biggest sex organ.
"No matter where you are in the lifespan — from your teenage to your twilight years — the way you feel about yourself can fundamentally shape your experience of sex.
Liam Neeson as Alfred Kinsey in the film Kinsey
"The basic storyline that has emerged from these studies is that, as we get older, our odds of developing chronic health conditions increases and this, in turn, negatively impacts the frequency and quality of sexual activity."
Physical issues such as heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes were all cited as causes of impotence among men as they got older.
However the experts say that discussing health-related sexual difficulties in the context of a relationship or seeking medical help could make the biggest difference in improving sexual health.


he new Dyson V7 Car+Boat is a powerful handheld vacuum meant to clean all the small places.
I had big plans, I accomplished little. But at least the Painters Mate Green tape I picked up helped me get something done!
Here's a review of the Dyson V8 Absolute from the person who uses it the most in our house: my son.
Canadian families only spend about 14% of their time together. Project Smart Furniture set out to give us something to think about to find more time.


Wonderfully updated home on corner lot. Open living, dining, & kitchen. Updated kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, wine refrigerator, & bar stool seating. Spacious master suite has an updated bathroom w-dual vanities & separate shower. Large backyard has a deck, wood fence, and 2 car detached garage. Updates include: tankless water heater, new roof in 2012 with radiant barrier, HVAC in 2008, 8ft board on board fence.