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Senator Fintan Warfield has urged the Government to allow for the early release of the 1926 Census in order to put inestimable value, nuance and humanity on what are generally regarded as the most contested events in the foundation of the state. Senator Fintan Warfield said: "The early release of the 1926 Census returns has a pivotal role to play in expanding our knowledge of the most defining and contested events in modern Irish history, from the 1913 Lock Out through to the War of Independence, the partition of Ireland and subsequent civil war". Having argued [see memorandum on the Statistics (1926 Census Release) Bill 2017] for special heritage status to be afforded this hugely significant historical document, Senator Warfield says: "It's timely to remind ourselves that the value of the Census goes way beyond merely sating the curiosity of family and social historians in the manner of the hugely popular 1901 and 1911 census documents. "By conferring on the 1926 Census a special heritage status and enabling its early release, we are acknowledging its critical historical and genealogical significance at what was a seminal time in our history. "Access to the 1926 Census returns will put inestimable value, nuance and humanity on what are generally regarded as the most contested events in the foundation of the state. "It's beyond time that government embrace the spirit and imperative of the Statistics (1926 Census Release) Bill 2017 and afford Irish society a window into a unique chapter in our journey of self-determination." See further: http://www.fintanwarfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Statistics-1926-Census-Release-Explanatory-Memorandum.pdf In response to Budget 2019, Sinn Féin spokesperson for the Arts Senator Fintan Warfield has welcomed the restoration of funding to cultural bodies and agencies but has called on the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht to finally offer clarity about the government's commitment to double arts funding by 2025. Senator Warfield said: "In 2017, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar committed to double arts funding over seven years. Two budgets later, the government have only increased spending on culture by 13.8% (from €130.2m to €148.2m), a long way off an increase of 100%. "Minister Madigan said today that this budget demonstrates a realisation of that promise. But the figures simply do not back that up. "Artists continue to be left devastated by austerity. According to CSO data, artists now earn 3.5% less income than they did in 2013. "It is therefore critical for the Arts Council to ensure that the full 10% increase provided by Government is passed on to artists who have been making brilliant work, while struggling for years to make ends meet". In advance of Budget 2019, Sinn Féin Senator Fintan Warfield has called on Government to recognise the economic contribution of the arts, heritage, and audio-visual sectors and to significantly increase investment in the people and organisations that create this wealth. "Together, the arts, heritage, and audio-visual sectors have a combined economic value of more than €4 billion and support 73,088 jobs. "Despite the considerable impact of these sectors, the state continues to under invest in the people and organisations that create this wealth. "Creativity is acknowledged as an economic driver; an essential input into business, economy and social policy, essential if we are to survive and thrive in a new economy. "In our Alternative Budget 2019, Sinn Féin would significantly increase funding through existing channels, but more than that, we develop new funding policies that would ensure equality of access, opportunity and reward within the cultural sector. "It is time for an Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to make good on his commitment to double arts funding and to begin that process in the Budget next week." Warfield welcomes positive development for the availability of PrEP Sinn Féin spokesperson for LGBTQI Rights Senator Fintan Warfield has welcomed today's announcement by HIQA that they are starting a Health Technology Assessment (HTA) of a Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) programme to be rolled out in 2019. "It is encouraging to see that such forthright moves are being made toward the availability of PrEP in Ireland. "The response to rising HIV rates in recent years has not had an effect in bringing down transmission rates. Therefore, a programme in which PrEP is accessible to those at risk of HIV is urgently required. "I look forward to seeing the results of this assessment. A PrEP programme must also address under resourced testing services." Vital amendment to archive digital works passed in the Seanad Sinn Féin spokesperson for the Arts, Youth Affairs and LGBTQI Rights Senator Fintan Warfield has welcomed the passing of a Sinn Féin amendment in the Copyright and Other Intellectual Property Law Provisions Bill 2018 to allow certain libraries to sweep and archive the 'dot-ie' domain, despite Government opposition. "The amendment allows for the creation of a legal digital deposit, which would allow the National Library of Ireland and others to sweep the dot-ie domain and archive digital publications. "This deposit is already established in as Britain and most other EU countries, Australia, Canada and New Zealand. "The absence of this deposit has created an ever-increasing hole in our national memory which will make the future understanding of our society difficult. "This is a live issue as the average life of an individual web page is 100 days. "I am glad to see common sense prevail and I look forward to see this proposal come to fruition". Warfield welcomes Minister's statement on drug-safety testing at music festivals Sinn Féin spokesperson for the Arts, Youth Affairs and LGBTQI rights Senator Fintan Warfield has welcomed confirmation from the government that a stakeholder-led working group will be convened by the Department of Health to examine the provision of drug safety testing at music festivals and nightclubs in 2019. "During a commencement debate today with Minister Catherine Byrne on the subject of drug safety testing, the Minister confirmed that a commitment to establish a working group to investigate best-practice in drug safety testing will commence in 2019. "According to Eurobarometer poll in 2014, use of psychoactive drugs in this state among 15-24 year olds is the highest in Europe. This has become apparent at our music festivals where the use of MDMA, ecstasy, ketamine and cocaine are all common. Sinn Féin launch electoral and voting reform document Sinn Féin spokesperson for Youth Affairs Senator Fintan Warfield has launched a new party policy calling for reform of the electoral and voter registration system. 'Enhancing Democracy' contains a number of different initiatives that a Sinn Féin government would undertake in order to encourage and foster active electoral participation across all of society. "'Enhancing Democracy' sets out how we believe the state should engage young and first time voters, as well as radical proposals that will widen electoral participation across all of society. "The activism of young people in recent referenda is evidence that when engaged, young people demonstrate interest in participating in the political process. This is despite the obstacles that exist, including a lack of formal education, promotion and difficulties in registering to vote. Harm reduction services at festivals should include drug-safety testing Sinn Féin spokesperson for Youth Affairs, the Arts and LGBT rights, Senator Fintan Warfield has today commended the Ana Liffey Drug Project and Electric Picnic who will facilitate a harm-reduction service at Stradbally this weekend. Senator Warfield said; "The provision of educational materials on drugs and alcohol, as well as one-to-one advice and referrals are an important part of a health-led response to drug and alcohol use – but we can do more. "Harm-reduction services at festivals should be allowed to include confidential drug safety testing facilities for festival goers who consider using drugs. "Sinn Féin believe that the success of harm-reduction initiatives abroad that offer confidential drug safety testing at music festivals confirm the need for similar initiatives at Irish music festivals. Have a safe, happy and healthy trans pride Sinn Féin spokesperson on Youth, Arts and LGBTQI rights Senator Fintan Warfield wishes the trans community, allies and friends a safe, happy and healthy trans pride as the first protest march takes place in Dublin today. Marching with Sinn Féin at the Dublin trans pride march today, Senator Warfield said: "Today's march is a special event that celebrates trans and non-binary identities. "While the Gender Recognition laws look set to become one of the most progressive models in the world, there are still an array of issues that need action immediately. "Issues such as a trans healthcare system that works off a medical-diagnostic model which doesn't comply with WHO or WPATH guidelines, or our response to trans people's mental health, where 78% of the Irish trans community have had suicidal thoughts. "Our Government can do such much more in their response to meeting the needs of the transgender community and I call on government ministers to further engage with the trans community regarding meeting those needs." Senator Warfield welcomes release of Gender Recognition Review Sinn Féin spokesperson for the arts, youth affairs and LGBTQI rights, Senator Fintan Warfield, has welcomed the publication of the review of the Gender Recognition Act 2015 which has recommended a number of measures including extending gender recognition rights for trans youth and non-binary persons. "I am pleased with the report which is ambitious in its recommendations but absolutely necessary as the law progresses to a place that embraces LGBTQI identities. "The primary recommendations were also a core tenant of the Gender Recognition (Amendment) Bill 2017 which I tabled in the Seanad and unanimously passed second stage in March last year and I am glad that this legislation formed a framework for the Gender Recognition Review. Warfield welcomes passing of Children and Family Relationships Amendment Sinn Féin spokesperson for LGBTQI rights Senator Fintan Warfield has welcoming the passing of Children and Family Relationships (Amendment) Bill 2018 through the Oireachtas today. This legislation will allow for commencement of parts 2 and 3 of the primary legislation, which will give shared parental rights to certain same sex parents and give recognition to their families. "Today is a really important day in the lives of many LGBTQ parents and their families and a proud day for those who vigorously campaigned to that end. It has been hard fought for and long overdue. "Three years on from marriage equality, Government have finally corrected technical errors that left legal uncertainties for parents and their children. Government needs to exonerate gay/bi men after state apology Sinn Féin spokesperson for the Arts, Youth Affairs and LGBTQI rights, Senator Fintan Warfield has submitted amendments to a motion before the Dáil and Seanad today that apologises to men convicted under the anti-homosexuality laws pre-1993. Sinn Féin's amendments, if accepted, commit the government to initiate legislation that will also exonerate those convicted by the same laws. "An apology on the part of the state for the treatment towards the LGBTI community is welcome. "It is more than appropriate that the state should apologise for institutional discrimination and admit that it has historically mistreated the LGBTI community. Apology without exoneration would mean little to convicted LGBT people Sinn Féin spokesperson for the Arts, Youth Affairs and LGBTQI rights, Senator Fintan Warfield has called on Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to not stifle efforts to vindicate the LGBT people convicted under anti-homosexuality laws, and that a simple apology will not be enough if LGBT people will still hold wrongful criminal records. "The Taoiseach and Micheal Martin TD exchanged views today in the Dáil on the potential state apology before the 25th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality. "The Taoiseach asserted the view that a cross party motion may go before the Dáil beforehand to allow for this but relented on the calls to exonerate, stating that there may be difficulties establishing the facts of certain cases. Sinn Féin calls for hate crime legislation on International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia Sinn Féin spokesperson for LGBTQI rights Senator Fintan Warfield has called on Minister for Justice and Equality Charlie Flanagan to bring forward robust hate crime legislation as a matter of urgency. "I'd like to commend the LGBTQI activists and our allies across Ireland in their efforts in eradicating Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia this year. However, this state remains the only western European jurisdiction without standard hate crime legislation. "Hate crime is a manifestation of prejudice and bigotry amongst a society and it's no longer acceptable to leave LGBTQI people or other marginalised communities in Ireland vulnerable. Senator Fintan Warfield welcomes Facebook announcement banning referendum ads from abroad Sinn Féin Senator Fintan Warfield has welcomed the announcement today that Facebook will ban all paid advertising from outside the State during the ongoing referendum campaign. "The move by Facebook today follows revelations that substantial amounts of money are being directed into adverts targeting voters in the referendum. Such advertisements purport to be fact-based, objective websites, however, such advertisements favour the 'no' side of the referendum campaign. "Last week in an unprecedented move, Facebook reached out to the government in relation to fake news during a public vote. Culture (33) Education (4) Environment (4) Housing (8) LGBT (45) Press (3) Workers Rights (6) Youth (20) For Artist and Audience culture | arts | heritage – alternative budget and related issues 2019 a Sinn Féin policy for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex equality Enhancing Democracy Electoral reform and a pathway to participation for young and first-time voters

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STEPHEN D. BORYS is the Director & CEO of the Winnipeg Art Gallery, Canada's oldest civic art gallery and one of the country's largest. Under his leadership, the WAG has expanded and strengthened its role and profile in the community, as well as in the cultural and museum landscape in Canada and abroad. At the core of his directorship is the goal of advancing a meaningful dialogue with the public, and creating a welcoming forum where art and artmaking is at the forefront with all audiences. Dr. Borys is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Winnipeg where he teaches in the History and Cultural Studies departments. He was previously chief curator at the Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota, and held teaching posts at Florida State University and New College. Prior to that, he was curator and lecturer at the Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio, a curator in European Art at the National Gallery of Canada, and a research associate at the Canadian Centre for Architecture. He holds an Executive MBA, a PhD in Art History from McGill University, an MA from the University of Toronto, and a BA Honours from the University of Winnipeg. He is past president of the Canadian Art Museum Directors Organization and is a board trustee of the Association of Art Museum Directors.

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Update - Salt Water Sandals' delicious limited edition cherry print! Update – Salt Water Sandals' delicious limited edition cherry print! Those gorgeous summer staples, Salt Water Sandals, have just been given a sweet twist. This year's tasty limited edition print will have your kids begging for a pair – pretty please with a cherry on top! And guess what – these are available in adult sizes too. Each year heading into the holiday season, Salt Water Sandals give us an early Christmas present – limited edition prints. And if you're a lover of fashion with a fruity flavour, this year's Cherry Print Salties belong on your feet! As with each pair of Salt Water Sandals, the limited editions are made from super supple leather that allow for happy little feet during the hottest of hot days. The new Cherry Print Salt Water Sandals are in stores now, from infant through to adult sizes, and they're available as Originals, Sweethearts and See Wees. However, being a limited edition print, there is limited stock and sizes, so you'd best rush in and snap up these sublime sandals while the picking is cherry ripe!

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Parenting & Vitiligo Dating and Vitiligo Beauty from the Inside Out Vitiligans @ Workplace Vitiligans' Book Club Fit Vitiligans Vitiligo Crusaders My Vitiligo Story in Knowledge Base Do Oxidative Stress and Autoimmunity interchange in Vitiligo? October 24, 2019, 5:51 am 1.2k Views Over the years, different studies have suggested different causes of vitiligo. However, the two most widely accepted hypothesis for the progressive loss of melanocytes are the autoimmune theory and oxidative stress. Recently, scientists have started to study if an interplay between oxidative stress and autoimmunity causes vitiligo in the first place. As far as the autoimmunity theory is concerned, it is proposed that, in vitiligo, the immune system reacts against the body's own cells and tissues, which destroys melanocytes. Vitiligo' frequent association with other autoimmune disorders (mostly organ-specific) and positive response to immunosuppressive treatments in vitiligo fighters work in favor of the autoimmune hypothesis. On the other hand, many studies conducted in the last decade seem to suggest that the cause of vitiligo is indeed oxidative stress – simply known as an overaccumulation of hydrogen peroxide, i.e. H2O2, in the skin. Low catalase is found in vitiligo, which triggers reactive oxygen species (ROS). This ROS accumulation can induce the loss of functionality of enzymes that plays a key role in melanogenesis. In addition to this, lipid peroxidation, DNA damage, increased production of proinflammatory, ultraviolet radiation, toxins, and stress can also induce ROS leading to oxidative stress. But, there is the third angle to this story too. Many experts believe that oxidative stress and autoimmunity strictly interact in case of vitiligo to determine melanocyte loss in an individual. As per the scientific evidence and theories, it won't be wrong to say that vitiligo has complex pathogenesis in which a pivotal role is played by autoimmunity and oxidative stress. Autoimmunity and oxidative stress interact and work together in creating a pathway that ultimately determines melanocyte loss. The interplay between Oxidative Stress and Autoimmunity in Vitiligo So far, the role of oxidative stress and autoimmunity in the pathogenesis of vitiligo was considered as mutually exclusive. However, recent findings suggested that these two mechanisms are involved in the depigmentation process synergically. In the case of vitiligo, it is possible that the immune system develops a chronic inflammatory milieu in which ROS accumulate and put forth a toxic effect on surrounding cells. As a result, structural or functional melanocytic proteins may get modified by acute and constant oxidative stress, perhaps becoming neoantigens that can trigger autoreactive reactions. This is not it; a research paper published by the Department of Surgery and Translational Medicine, University of Florence, Italy also suggests that autoimmunity and oxidative stress coexist in vitiligo but might play different roles in initiating vitiligo. What is the need of the hour? While autoimmunity and autoimmunity are thought to be the initial pathogenic event in vitiligo, studies that establish a link between autoimmunity-oxidative stress and vitiligo have been mostly conducted with limited sample sizes and cross-sectional design. For that reason, more research studies need to be administered to establish the fact that Oxidative Stress and Autoimmunity interact in vitiligo. More From: Knowledge Base Vitiligo Awareness Advocates You Should Know – Brazil Vitiligo and Zinc Deficiency – What's the connection? Can Ruxolitinib reverse Vitiligo? Psychodermatology for Vitiligo – All you need to know Vitiligo and Copper Deficiency – What's the connection? Is Autoimmunity responsible for Vitiligo? Vitiligo and Thyroid Autoimmunity – What's the connection? What is Confetti Vitiligo? Know More. Vitiligo and Pregnancy – What all you need to know and do? Vitiligo and Nutritional Deficiency – What's the connection? Vitiligans' Book Club Unite For Vitiligo is a platform to unite people with vitiligo so that they can exchange their views, learn more about the disorder and feel less alone. The information provided on the website is "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights. 'Unite For Vitiligo' will not be liable for any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its display or use. © 2018 UniteforVitiligo We use cookies to ensure you the best experience on this website. If you continue to use this site, we will assume that you are happy with it.Ok

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First, I have a disclosure to make. I have an MBA from MIT Sloan. I can't say I had a fab time during these 2 years (far from it). I learnt a lot though – not only about business but also about myself. My professors and my classmates were great. Did it enhance my career? I am not sure. Am I happy to have done it? Definitely yes. Would I do it again? Possibly not. When people come to me for advice whether to do an MBA or not, I am in a really awkward position. I don't want to discourage them – the fact that they want to do an MBA (and all the sacrifices that come with it) shows they are ambitious. On the other hand, I want to tell them that the reality is not as rosy as it appears on the MBA brochures. So, as an MBA graduate I decided to use a 'tool' to communicate this fine balance. It is called the SWOT analysis. This strategic planning method is used to evaluate the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats involved in a business venture. An MBA is a significant business venture (financed by you most of the times) and you need to do a thorough research before you embark on it. You are not an expert in anything. Now that you have all these information, it is up to your to make a decision whether to do an MBA or not. The bottom line: There is no doubt that you learn a lot from an MBA. There are many other ways to learn as well. If you decide to do one, I am certain you will 'enjoy' the journey. I can't promise anything though about the destination. Korina Karampela is the founder of b4iapply, author of 2 books, consultant and speaker. She has held senior executive positions in the pharmaceutical industry and has an MBA from MIT Sloan. Her b4iapply blog is among the professional development resources recommended by The Guardian. This entry was posted in b4iapply for an MBA, Career Advice, Higher Education and tagged MBA applications, Should I do an MBA?, SWOT analysis, Why an MBA?, Why do an MBA?. Bookmark the permalink.

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As summer approaches, more men and women hit the gym in effort to trim down their trouble area. For many people, their midsection needs the most work. Unfortunately for some, efforts put in at the gym will be in vein. Fat that has made its self at home around the mid section is often non responsive to traditional diet and exercise. Using Boston abdominoplasty, Dr. Richard Bartlett is able to improve the appearance of your mid section. Both men and women suffer from excess fat around their abdomen. In the case of women who have had multiple pregnancies, abdominal muscles may be stretches as well. When diet and exercise does not produce the desired results, andominoplasty, or tummy tuck may be the answer. Using tummy tuck surgery, Dr. Bartlett is able to tighten abdominal muscles and remove excess skin and fat. In some cases, liposuction may be used to produce optimal results. If you would like to discuss how you can benefit from Boston tummy tuck procedures, contact our office to schedule your confidential consultation.

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Today I went to watch the Coloured Tokyo Tower. The light was placed under the tower. and lighted up from ground. My dog looked bad mood cos tired to wait me. to see a publicity of his movie "The Science of Sleep". He is Michel Gondry, The God of Video Clip and Movie director. His latest movie was shooted at france, not hollywood way. ("Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)", "Human Nature (2001)"). the script before he started to make it. But He want to touch and concern to all of the prcess in his movie. And He could do it at the latest movie "The Science of Sleep". Here is his works. check it out!

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J. D. Crowe & The New South is an album by American banjo player J. D. Crowe and The New South, released in 1975. It was reissued on CD in 1992. After Bluegrass Evolution, Ricky Skaggs replaced Larry Rice and Jerry Douglas joined the group for this eponymously titled album, more commonly known by its Rounder Records catalogue number ("Rounder 0044"). Stylistically, this album marked a sharp turn from Bluegrass Evolution as the majority of the album traditional bluegrass instrumentation on songs by up-and-coming singer-songwriters such as Gordon Lightfoot, Utah Phillips and Rodney Crowell, as well as incorporating traditional songs. Track listing "Old Home Place" (Mitch Jayne, Dean Webb) – 2:42 "Some Old Day" (Louise Certain, Gladys Stacey) – 2:25 "Rock Salt and Nails" (Bruce Phillips) – 2:58 "Sally Goodin'" (Traditional) – 3:11 "Ten Degrees And Getting Colder" (Gordon Lightfoot) – 2:13 "Nashville Blues" (Earl Scruggs) – 3:23 "You Are What I Am" (Lightfoot) – 2:17 "Summer Wages" (Ian Tyson) – 4:21 "I'm Walkin'" (Fats Domino, Dave Bartholomew) – 2:05 "Home Sweet Home Revisited" (Rodney Crowell) – 3:17 "Cryin' Holy" (Traditional) – 2:11 Personnel J. D. Crowe – banjo, guitar on "Rock, Salt & Nails", baritone vocals Jerry Douglas – dobro, guitar Tony Rice – guitar, lead vocals Ricky Skaggs – tenor vocals, fiddle, mandolin, violin, viola Bobby Slone – bass, fiddle Production notes: J. D. Crowe – producer Steve Ham – engineer John Hartford– liner notes Jack Tottle – liner notes References 1975 albums J. D. Crowe albums Rounder Records albums

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Utah Football Report: Utah WR Darren Carrington pleads no contest to DUI By Ryan McDonald and Dirk Facer Aug 8, 2017, 1:45pm MDT Share All sharing options for: Report: Utah WR Darren Carrington pleads no contest to DUI Former Oregon wide receiver Darren Carrington cools down after practice with the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City on Friday, July 28, 2017. Laura Seitz, Deseret News SALT LAKE CITY Wide receiver Darren Carrington II, who transferred to Utah last month after being dismissed by Oregon following a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence of intoxicants, has entered a plea of no contest in Eugene Municipal Court. The Oregonian reported Tuesday that Carrington II made a court appearance Monday to resolve the matter. If he completes a one-year diversion program and pays a fine of $490, the charge will be dismissed. Utah coach Kyle Whittingham didnt have a lot to say about the situation. "That's something that he's handling and getting things taken care of," Whittingham said. "I'm just concerned with how he behaves and acts while he's in our program." Carrington II has yet to practice this week. However, hes expected to be back on the field Wednesday. The court resolution came on the same day when the Pac-12 Faculty Athletic Representatives Committee approved a waiver of the intra-conference transfer penalty, officially making the graduate student eligible to play for the Utes this season. Carrington II made 112 catches with 15 touchdowns over three seasons with the Ducks. On July 1, he was arrested after reportedly hitting a pole at a McDonalds drive-through in Eugene. New Oregon coach Willie Taggart dismissed him from the team less than two weeks later. Throwing Carrington a lifeline destroys 'student-athlete' myth

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In your letter dated December 16, 1996, written on behalf of Trade Winds Importing Co., you requested a tariff classification ruling. In package type No.1, all three sets of uppers will be braided strips of plastic-coated textile material. In package type No.2, all three sets of uppers will be textile material. In package type No.3, the uppers will be mixed. Plastic uppers will be affixed to the sandals when the product is imported, and the two additional sets of uppers around the cardboard insert will be textile material. For package type No.1, Ch. 64, Note 3(a) applies which states that the terms "rubber" and "plastics" include textile products with an external layer of rubber or plastics being visible to the naked eye. Therefore, the applicable subheading will be 6402.99.18, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other footwear having uppers of over 90% rubber/plastic with rubber and/or plastic outer soles. The rate of duty will be 6% ad valorem. For package type No.2, where all three sets of uppers will be textile material, the applicable subheading will be 6404.19.35, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for footwear in which the upper's external surface is predominately textile materials, in which the outer sole's external surface is predominately rubber and/or plastics, which is of the slip-on type, which is other than athletic, and which is 10% or more by weight of rubber and/or plastics. For package type No.3, General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 3(c) applies, which states that when goods cannot be classified by reference to GRI 3(a) or 3(b), they shall be classified under the heading which occurs last in numerical order among those which equally merit consideration. Since the uppers of these sandals can be interchanged, consisting entirely of either plastic or textile depending on which of these uppers the wearer chooses to utilize, the applicable subheading will be 6404.19.35, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for footwear in which the upper's external surface is predominately textile materials, in which the outer sole's external surface is predominately rubber and/or plastics, which is of the slip-on type, which is other than athletic, and which is 10% or more by weight of rubber and/or plastics.

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Jackie Choy, CFA 09 December, 2021 | 14:32 For the latest ETF industry news, please refer to our "Asia ETF Roundup (Industry) – November 2021". Major Markets Performance A new COVID-19 variant, Omicron, stoked fresh fears around the globe and brought with it with tightened travel policies and social restrictions in many countries. Stock markets generally suffered in November. The Morningstar Global Markets, Developed Markets, US Market, Emerging Markets, and Europe indexes fell anywhere from 1-6% during the month. Equity markets in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Pakistan slipped 3%-5%, while Russia's stock market dropped 11%. Chinese equities also fell 5.6% in the month (All proxied by their respective Morningstar indexes in U.S.-dollar terms). The U.S. dollar appreciated 2.0% (as measured by the ICE Spot Index) in November. The Euro depreciated around 2.7% against U.S. dollar. Major Asian currencies depreciated against the greenback. The Thai Baht, Indian Rupee, Korean Won, Malaysian Ringgit, and Singapore Dollar depreciated around 1%-2%. Meanwhile, the Chinese Yuan appreciated 0.4% against the U.S. dollar, increasing its year-to-date gain to 2.7%. Precious metals' performance was mixed in November. The prices of platinum and silver dropped 4%-6% while the price of gold rose 2% during the month. Economic and Market News Rate Hikes in New Zealand and South Korea; U.S. Fed Starts Tapering Bond Purchases New Zealand Hikes Rates by 25bps – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand raised its key interest rate by 25bps to 0.75% on 24 November. This marked the bank's second hike in two months, collectively adding 50bps during the year. The Bank stated that "The Committee expected that the [Official Cash Rate] OCR would need to be progressively increased and, conditional on the economy evolving as expected, the OCR would likely need to be raised above its neutral rate." South Korea Hikes Rates by 25bps – The Bank of Korea raised its key interest rate by 25bps to 1.00% on 25 November. This marked the bank's second hike in three months, and it has tacked a total of 50bps onto its key rate this year. The Bank stated that "The Board will continue to conduct monetary policy in order to sustain the recovery of economic growth and stabilize consumer price inflation at the target level over a medium-term horizon, while paying attention to financial stability." U.S. Fed Starts Tapering Bond Purchases – On 3 November, the U.S. Federal Reserve announced that it will begin reducing its asset purchases later in the month. The reduction will result in reducing the monthly purchases of Treasuries by USD 10 billion and monthly purchased of mortgage-backed securities by USD 5 billion. Beijing Stock Exchange Established On 15 November, Beijing Stock Exchange was officially launched with 81 companies listing on the new market. According to the announcement, there were 2.1 million qualified investors and 112 securities companies that obtained full member qualifications on the stock exchange as of 12 November. The news and the regulation announcement can be found here (Chinese only). Didi To Delist from the New York Stock Exchange On 2 December, Chinese ride-hailing giant DiDi Global (DIDI, listed in the U.S.) announced it would delist from the New York Stock Exchange, just six months after its IPO. According to Didi's announcement, the company will pursue a listing opportunity on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The announcement can be found here. China Economic Data: Inflation at 1.5%; Caixin/Markit PMI Slipped to 49.9; Official PMI Rose to 50.1 CPI increased to 1.5% in October from 0.7% in September. Transportation and Communication were the key contributor, with, "Fuels for Vehicles" rising 31.4% YoY. Meanwhile, pork prices fell 44.0% YoY. In November, the Caixin/Markit PMI slipped to 49.9, from October's reading of 50.6, which is the second contraction since April 2020. Meanwhile, the official PMI rose to 50.1 from October reading of 49.2. 2021 ECONOMY ETFS INDEXES Asia ETF Roundup (Industry)–November 2021 Hang Seng Index expands its roster of constituents to 64; Singapore's MAS opens a consul... Consider Your Active Risk With Strategic-Beta Funds Navigating an Ocean of ESG Strategies Jackie Choy, CFA is the Director of ETF Research for Morningstar Investment Management Asia

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Impact bonds: an integral part of Triodos IM's investment portfolios Strategy insights 09 November 2018 by Triodos Investment Management Impact bonds enable investors to participate in projects with clearly defined goals to address some of the world's biggest sustainable development challenges. Triodos IM has been investing in impact bonds since 2015. In this article we explain how and why. While positive impact is Triodos IM's primary goal, we also want to further develop and diversify the market for impact bonds and to reinforce the importance of adequate impact reporting on the basis of transparency, traceability and assurance. Triodos IM has been actively investing in impact bonds through Triodos Multi Impact Fund since 2015 and through Triodos Sustainable Bond Fund since this year. Daily tradable, Triodos Multi Impact Fund targets an allocation of 30% in impact bonds. Triodos Sustainable Bond Fund's allocation is slightly less, but is actively growing. Both funds only buy bonds denominated in euros to avoid currency risks and the bonds must be of investment-grade issuers. Since the first green bond was issued in 2007, the market has grown rapidly to roughly USD 162 billion of new issuance in 2017[1]. With market sentiment shifting away from a sole focus on making money regardless of side effects, investor appetite for green bonds and social impact bonds is strong. Issues are almost always oversubscribed, with buyers wanting more than they are allocated. This means that secondary trading in the first days after the issuance can be very attractive. The whole finance world is changing and focusing on impact bonds. They're here to stay Raymond Hiltrop, Fund Manager of Triodos Multi Impact Fund The impact bond market moves in sync with non-impact bonds, so the benefit of impact bonds really is the social and/or environmental change they enable. "These days there are very few investors that don't have an impact bond strategy. I don't know of any financial organisation that's not focusing on why they invest in certain industries or companies", says William de Vries, Fund Manager of Triodos Sustainable Bond Fund. "The EU is also poised to develop new guidelines that are likely to make it a mainstream market. The whole finance world is changing and focusing on impact bonds. They're here to stay", says Raymond Hiltrop, Fund Manager of Triodos Multi Impact Fund. By far the majority of issued green bonds are still those related to environmental outcomes such as reduced CO2 emissions. "We would really like to see more flavours come to the market, more social impact bonds", says Rosl Veltmeijer, Portfolio Manager at Triodos IM, "but the fact is that measuring reporting of social outcomes is very difficult – it's a barrier to the development of the impact bond market." Filippo Tognacci, Analyst at Triodos IM, is optimistic and believes that "more social impact bonds will come to market - it's not a matter of when, but, rather, a matter of there being viable mechanisms to measure the outcomes". How Triodos IM differentiates itself What sets us apart from other investors is that we apply the same baseline to everything we invest in. For traditional bonds that provide funds to support ongoing operations, our methodology involves assessing the sustainability performance of the issuing company. For impact bonds, we also assess the sustainability of the specific project the bond is intended to fund. We don't just buy certified green bonds; we carefully assess the project for its positive impact and its alignment with one of our seven transition themes. "In addition, the issuing company needs to meet our minimum standards. If they don't, it's a showstopper for us", says Tognacci. We believe that high levels of accountability can drive future business decisions and better sustainable strategy. Filippo Tognacci, SRI Analyst Green bond issuers must deliver on their promised impact and regularly report on it. Triodos IM actively looks for issuers that guarantee a specific standard of reporting, and strongly encourages companies to prioritise actual outcomes, not just expected ones. "We believe that high levels of accountability can drive future business decisions and better sustainable strategy", says Tognacci. "Issuers welcome and highly value our feedback. We help keep them true to their word simply because we're paying attention to the quality of their data." "Although we are not as big as other players in the market, we are considered a thought leader in this space. Other investors recognise our sophisticated investment framework and issuing companies do their best to have us on their order books. Issuers reach out to us. They see our interest as a seal of approval and know if we're interested others will be too", says Veltmeijer. Investment preferences Triodos IM invests in both primary and secondary issues but prefers the first for two main reasons. "Firstly, because primaries often offer a higher return through an issue-premium when compared to bonds purchased on the secondary market", explains de Vries. "The second reason is that, by investing in primaries, we support and help to further develop the green bond market." We aim to help developing the green bond market further. Another important aspect touches upon the principle of additionality. "We would prefer to finance projects that really mean a shift towards sustainability in the strategy and/or business practices of the issuing company, explains De Vries, "for example, a company that wants to replace its lease-car fleet with electric vehicles. This is what we call 'real additionality', but it does not occur that often - so we are also happy to finance projects of already sustainable issuers that aim to do even better. Ultimately, however, all green bonds we invest in, whether primary or secondary, 'really' additional or not, must fit one of our seven transition themes and thus materially contribute to sustainability." Buy and hold strategy Triodos IM buys impact bonds with an issue size of EUR 400-500 million and holds them for anywhere from three to seven years. It means, on average, a change in the portfolio of only about 20% a year compared to a typical bond fund of 50% a year. Our asset allocation of 30% also means that the funds can provide a desired balance between liquidity and long-term commitment. "We don't want to trade every day, but we have to take into account that within an active bond portfolio you might want to sell a bond, for example due to a large-scale controversy that conflicts with our sustainable investment standards", says Hiltrop. People invest because they want to create impact, but they also want financial return. It's very important says de Vries: "We do take into account the interest rate environment in our investment decisions. At some point you might conclude that the downside for the longer duration bond is bigger because there is just not that much upside anymore. So, when you select a bond you might want to select a bond with a shorter duration because they are safer. It also depends on where you think the market interest rates are heading but that's like looking into a crystal ball – we don't like doing that." Examples of impact bonds in portfolio ALD Automotive - High impact, excellent reporting The Positive Impact Bond framework proposed by ALD Automotive is one of the best-structured and most sophisticated we encountered so far and aligns with our Sustainable Mobility & Infrastructure theme. The purpose of the impact bond is the financing of eligible green vehicles. The bond fits naturally within the overall transition strategy of the issuer, which of course is focused on sustainable mobility, but is broader. ALD is also an active explorer of new possibilities to provide mobility services in a shared or as-a-service format, in line with circular economy principles. The quality of the impact reporting is very high. Measurements are based on a Life-Cycle Analysis (LCA) approach, which takes into account the impact of the production, use (incl. fuel and/or electricity production) and end-of-life treatment of cars. ALD clearly recognizes that it has a direct economic self-interest in providing high-quality impact measurements (as well as good underlying impact), as they can translate this into a competitive advantage for clients who are increasingly sustainability-aware and subject to environmental regulation. SGP – strong additionality SGP's Green Bond Programme is dedicated to financing the new Grand Paris Express electrified and automatic metro project. This impact bond fits our Mobility & Infrastructure theme and, in some respects, also our Social Inclusion and Economic Empowerment theme. The project matches closely our view on sustainable urban mobility. The bond has a strong additionality profile, given the high level of ambition of the Grand Paris Express greenfield project and the issuer behind it, strategically relying on green bonds for funding. To our knowledge, SGP is the first issuer to rely solely on impact bonds. It has the strong ambition to become a key player in the green bond market, building an entirely green curve with issue sizes of up to EUR 3 billion. The project, the total cost of which is expected to reach EUR 35 billion, will be entirely debt-financed. [1] Source: https://www.climatebonds.net/ How impact investing in 2018 made a difference. Explore our Impact Reports The end of superhuman monetary powers - Q1 2020 Given the geopolitical tensions and the diminishing effectiveness of central banks' monetary policies, we take a cautious stance in our asset allocation. Living in a castle in the air Loose monetary policies and fiscal stimulus provide a false sense of security and fuel an unsustainable status quo of lower global growth and further inflated asset prices. Stimulating change or just cheap refinancing? The rapidly expanding and evolving market of green and social bonds presents excellent opportunities to finance new projects and business that enable positive impact on planet and people. Monetary morphine to the max - Q4 2019 Given the many geopolitical risks that may materialize and since the end of the business cycle is approaching, we position for a period of global economic stagnation. Innovation for sustainability Innovation plays a key role in our journey to a sustainable future. Innovation in products, services, processes and technologies are required to overcome the challenges is sustainability. Partying on a sinking dancefloor Quarterly update of our investment outlook: Q3 2019. We maintain our bearish assessment of the global economy and maintain our defensive positioning in equities and our neutral stance on bonds. Social inclusion and empowerment Social inclusion and empowerment of vulnarable people are essential in a sustainable society. 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Декабрина Вольфівна Казацкер (1 грудня 1913, Дубоссари, Тираспольський повіт, Херсонська губернія — 18 серпня 1983, Кишинів)— радянська шахістка і шашистка. Перша чемпіонка Молдови з шашок та шахів. 1937 року стала першою чемпіонкою Молдавської АРСР і з шахів і з шашок. У 1949 році стала переможницею першого чемпіонату Молдавської РСР з шахів серед жінок, потім ставала чемпіонкою ще двічі — в 1951 і 1952 роках. Учасниця першого півфіналу командного чемпіонату СРСР (1948). Народилася в Дубоссарах, де до війни завідувала піонерським клубом. Під час Німецько-радянської війни перебувала з батьками в евакуації в Джамбулі, де помер батько Вольф Мойсейович Казацкер (1881-1942); працювала вихователькою в яслах і дитячих садах. Брат — ізраїльський літератор Іойна (Йона) Вольфович Казацкер, учасник Німецько-радянської війни, кавалер ордена Червоного Прапора, публікується головним чином під літературним псевдонімом Йонатан Росвел; перекладач з їдишу, редактор. Примітки Уродженці Тираспольського повіту Молдовські шахістки Радянські шахістки Молдовські євреї

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PostHeat Growth Strategies Behind Today's Biggest Newsletters One question has been growing in my curiosity over the last few weeks: How did the biggest newsletters fuel their growth? Was it the audience niche they chose, the specific topic selection in each newsletter, consistent high quality writing, or just pure luck? In search of an answer to these questions, I do some digging on the growth strategies behind today's largest newsletters, and uncover what they all have in common. Content Curation, not Content Creation - Many of the largest newsletters are not creating original content, instead they are curating content and distilling the most important information for their audience. Product over Revenue - During each stage of growth, the founders of each newsletter made decisions to improve the quality of their newsletters, even if it meant less revenue in the short term. Milestone Based Referral Programs - Every newsletter had a referral program, which they all continue to maintain, and many of the founders say outright that the referral programs were the key to their growth. - Referral programs were structured so that the first milestone was easy to achieve, and providing the first milestone prize cost the newsletters nothing. This was usually membership to a closed Facebook group. Prizes for higher milestones were structured so that as the value of the prize increased, the acquisition cost of every additional subscriber actually decreased. - Each newsletter arrives at 6am, not only a time when subscribers are mentally fresh and ready for news, but also a time that helps to ensure a higher open rate. The Morning Brew ($13,000,000 ARR) Founded in 2015, The Morning Brew is a daily newsletter that provides business-minded millennials with the latest news surrounding the business world. It currently employs 33 people, 13 of which are solely dedicated to sales, has 1.8 million subscribers, and sports an impressive 42% open rate - a clear signal of high quality content. Newsletters are published 6 days a week, and are sent at 6am to ensure that each email is the first to arrive in their subscribers inbox each morning. The Morning Brew employs a milestone based referral program, which the founders point to as the secret to their successful newsletter growth. Building the product to its highest quality sometimes seems like you may not be doing best for your newsletter or Saas, but it always the best move in the end. The Morning Brew implemented double opt in for subscriber sign up in the referral process, and even though they thought this would hurt their referrals, they actually saw an 85% conversion rate on referral signups going on to confirm their emails (not as big of a hit as you may have guessed). The Morning Brew's Refferal Program Milestones: In The Morning Brew's milestone referral program, notice that the first milestone is actually incredibly easy to achieve for any new subscriber, and the payment for a subscriber successfully reaching the first milestone costs The Morning Brew absolutely nothing. The low barrier to obtaining the first milestone reward gives subscribers the first nudge they need to start sharing, almost all subscribers are guaranteed to get 3 referrals with a simple share to Twitter or Facebook, and once a subscriber starts sharing, they are more likely to continue sharing to reach further milestones. One very interesting feature of The Morning Brew's milestone referral program is that even though the rewards get better for the user, the Cost Per Acquisition of a new subscriber actually decreases for The Morning Brew as the referral rewards get more expensive. So referring subscribers get better swag for higher numbers of referrals, but The Morning Brew pays less for each new subscriber. According to the founders: "When someone refers 15 people, the CPA on those referred is $0.23 ((cost of phone wallet + stickers) / 15). We've actually managed to spend less per subscriber as someone continues to refer additional people." The Skimm ($30,000,000 ARR) Founded in 2012, The Skimm is a daily newsletter focused on breaking news and emerging current affairs within the last 24 hours. It currently has 7 million subscribers, 39 employees, and it caters primarily to an audience of millenial women. Just like The Morning Brew, The Skimm is sent at 6am so that it arrives first in each subscriber's inbox. One interesting feature of the early growth strategy used by The Skimm, is that they didn't exactly play fair to get started, and they don't try to hide it. They origainally pulled email addresses from chain mail and from their friends on Facebook to get an inital mailing list of 5500 contacts. They also relied on heavy self-promotion, I mean this in a good way, and marketing in the beginning, which is something that all newsletter creators should master. "They emailed every news anchor, media liaison, and press agent they could think of, name-dropping their experience as associate producers at NBC to entice people to check it out." Their early marketing strategies worked and they reached 100,000 subscribers in their 1st year of publication. Their product first focus led them to reject 100% of the offers that they had received to work with advertisers, fearing that they would lose some editorial control and risk potential damage to their newsletter and reader experience. They lead with a quality first focus, and the rest of the pieces later fell into place. The founders said of the choice to reject advertising in the beginning: "Reader feedback is vital to helping us understand why people read theSkimm and why they ultimately share it with others. And thankfully we get a LOT of daily feedback. It helps us understand a) what we are doing well, b) what we could be doing better, and c) what are things we could be doing, but may not have been thinking about." Just like The Morning Brew, a major growth driver for The Skimm was a milestone based referral program named the ambassador program. The Skimm's ambassador program used a tiered reward system similar to The Morning Brew's referral program. The Skimm puts soo much emphasis on their referral program that they put together a referral program cheat sheet. - 10 referrals (Skimm Tote) - 25 referrals (T-shirt) - 50 referrals (Skimm Newsletter Shout Out) - 100 referrals (Umbrella) - 150 referrals (Phone Case) - 200 referrals (Wine Sippy Cup) When 10 referrals for a Skimm subscriber signed up, the referring Skimm subscriber gained access to private Facebook and Linkedin groups - just like The Morning Brew, the first rewards for The Skimm referral program were free and easy to achieve. This referral program helped The Skimm to grow to 50 employees with 6 million subscribers by 2017, and a 7 million subscribers today. The Hustle ($1.5 - $2.5 million MRR) Founded in 2014 as a conference for entrepreneurs, The Hustle morphed into a newsletter in 2015. Starting with a 300 subscriber mailing list, it quickly grew into a newsletter of over 100,000 subscribers by 2016, and 1.5 million subscribers in 2020. It reached 7 figures in revenue by 2017, and according to the founder Sam Parr, is on track to reach $100 million in revenue by 2025. The Hustle targets millennials with stories focused on tech and culture written with an informal tone and conversational style. It is reported to have an open rate in the range of 35%-40%. Like The Morning Brew, and The Skimm, The Hustle uses a milestone based ambassador referral program, with prizes including hoodies, hats, and tickets to Hustle Con. Oh, and it's first tier is easy for subscribers to achieve, and costs The Hustle nothing to provide (I think there is definitely a pattern developing here). The Water Coolest ($4,000,000 ARR) The Water Coolest newsletter was started in 2017, has a mailing list size of 50k subscribers, and currently supports 22 employees. Like The Morning Brew, The Skimm, and The Hustle, the Water Coolest runs a referral program (proudly displayed at the top of their webpage), but unlike the other newsletters, the founder of The Water Coolest took a slightly different approach to growing the newsletter in the early days. Early on, the newsletter used influencer marketing via meme finance accounts on Instagram. These accounts allowed The Water Coolest to reach subscribers cheaper than more traditional advertising alternatives. The Water Coolest also sends their email out at 6am daily, and their first referral milestone is very easy to achieve. I hope this helps all creators who are working to get their newsletter off the ground, and even established newsletters looking for ways to improve their growth. Below is a list of sources for anybody wanting to read further about the growth strategies for each newsletter in more detail. Interested in starting your own newsletter? 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With care good bread may be made in this way, though it is liable to be burned or to be sour, or raised too much, and the weight of the oven is a serious objection.Azalea occidentalis, another charming shrub, grows beside cool streams hereabouts and much higher in the Yosemite region. We found it this evening in bloom a few miles above Greeley's Mill, where we are camped for the night. It is closely related to the rhododendrons, is very showy and fragrant, and everybody must like it not only for itself but for the shady alders and willows, ferny meadows, and living water associated with it. If only one could be got to cross over, all would make haste to follow; but that one could not be found. A lamb was caught, carried across, and tied to a bush on the opposite bank, where it cried piteously for its mother. But though greatly concerned, the mother only called it back. That play on maternal affection failed, and we began to fear that we should be forced to make a long roundabout drive and cross the wide-spread tributaries of the creek in succession. This would require several days, but it had its advantages, for I was eager to see the sources of so famous a stream. Don Quixote, however, determined that they must ford just here, and immediately began a sort of siege by cutting down slender pines on the bank and building a corral barely large enough to hold the flock when well pressed together. And as the stream would form one side of the corral he believed that they could easily be forced into the water. We are now approaching the region of clouds and cool streams. Magnificent white cumuli appeared about noon above the Yosemite region,—floating fountains refreshing the glorious wilderness,—sky mountains in whose pearly hills and dales the streams take their rise,—blessing with cooling shadows and rain. No rock landscape is more varied in sculpture, none more delicately modeled than these landscapes of the sky;[Pg 19] domes and peaks rising, swelling, white as finest marble and firmly outlined, a most impressive manifestation of world building. Every rain-cloud, however fleeting, leaves its mark, not only on trees and flowers whose pulses are quickened, and on the replenished streams and lakes, but also on the rocks are its marks engraved whether we can see them or not.We are camped near the Soda Springs on the north side of the river. A hard time we had getting the sheep across. They were driven into a horseshoe bend and fairly crowded off the bank. They seemed willing to suffer death rather than risk getting wet, though they swim well enough when they have to. Why sheep should be so unreasonably afraid of water, I don't know, but they do fear it as soon as they are born and perhaps before. I once saw a lamb only a few hours old approach a shallow stream about two feet wide and an inch deep, after it had walked only about a hundred yards on its life journey. All the flock to which it belonged had crossed this inch-deep stream, and as the mother and her lamb were the last to cross, I had a good opportunity to observe them. As soon as the flock was out of the way, the anxious mother crossed over and called the youngster. It walked cautiously to the brink, gazed at the water, bleated piteously, and refused to venture. The patient mother went back to it again and again to encourage it, but long without avail. Like the pilgrim on Jordan's stormy bank it feared to launch away. At length,[Pg 202] gathering its trembling inexperienced legs for the mighty effort, throwing up its head as if it knew all about drowning, and was anxious to keep its nose above water, it made the tremendous leap, and landed in the middle of the inch-deep stream. It seemed astonished to find that, instead of sinking over head and ears, only its toes were wet, gazed at the shining water a few seconds, and then sprang to the shore safe and dry through the dreadful adventure. All kinds of wild sheep are mountain animals, and their descendants' dread of water is not easily accounted for.On my way to camp a few minutes ago, I[Pg 45] passed a dead pine nearly ten feet in diameter. It has been enveloped in fire from top to bottom so that now it looks like a grand black pillar set up as a monument. In this noble shaft a colony of large jet-black ants have established themselves, laboriously cutting tunnels and cells through the wood, whether sound or decayed. The entire trunk seems to have been honeycombed, judging by the size of the talus of gnawed chips like sawdust piled up around its base. They are more intelligent looking than their small, belligerent, strong-scented brethren, and have better manners, though quick to fight when required. Their towns are carved in fallen trunks as well as in those left standing, but never in sound, living trees or in the ground. When you happen to sit down to rest or take notes near a colony, some wandering hunter is sure to find you and come cautiously forward to discover the nature of the intruder and what ought to be done. If you are not too near the town and keep perfectly still he may run across your feet a few times, over your legs and hands and face, up your trousers, as if taking your measure and getting comprehensive views, then go in peace without raising an alarm. If, however, a tempting spot is offered or some suspicious movement excites him, a bite follows, and such a bite! I fancy that a bear or wolf[Pg 46] bite is not to be compared with it. A quick electric flame of pain flashes along the outraged nerves, and you discover for the first time how great is the capacity for sensation you are possessed of. A shriek, a grab for the animal, and a bewildered stare follow this bite of bites as one comes back to consciousness from sudden eclipse. Fortunately, if careful, one need not be bitten oftener than once or twice in a lifetime. This wonderful electric species is about three fourths of an inch long. Bears are fond of them, and tear and gnaw their home-logs to pieces, and roughly devour the eggs, larvæ, parent ants, and the rotten or sound wood of the cells, all in one spicy acid hash. The Digger Indians also are fond of the larvæ and even of the perfect ants, so I have been told by old mountaineers. They bite off and reject the head, and eat the tickly acid body with keen relish. Thus are the poor biters bitten, like every other biter, big or little, in the world's great family. July 27. Up and away to Lake Tenaya,—another big day, enough for a lifetime. The rocks, the air, everything speaking with audible voice or silent; joyful, wonderful, enchant[Pg 156]ing, banishing weariness and sense of time. No longing for anything now or hereafter as we go home into the mountain's heart. The level sunbeams are touching the fir-tops, every leaf shining with dew. Am holding an easterly course, the deep cañon of Tenaya Creek on the right hand, Mount Hoffman on the left, and the lake straight ahead about ten miles distant, the summit of Mount Hoffman about three thousand feet above me, Tenaya Creek four thousand feet below and separated from the shallow, irregular valley, along which most of the way lies, by smooth domes and wave-ridges. Many mossy emerald bogs, meadows, and gardens in rocky hollows to wade and saunter through—and what fine plants they give me, what joyful streams I have to cross, and how many views are displayed of the Hoffman and Cathedral Peak masonry, and what a wondrous breadth of shining granite pavement to walk over for the first time about the shores of the lake! On I sauntered in freedom complete; body without weight as far as I was aware; now wading through starry parnassia bogs, now through gardens shoulder deep in larkspur and lilies, grasses and rushes, shaking off showers of dew; crossing piles of crystalline moraine boulders, bright mirror pavements, and cool, cheery streams going to[Pg 157] Yosemite; crossing bryanthus carpets and the scoured pathways of avalanches, and thickets of snow-pressed ceanothus; then down a broad, majestic stairway into the ice-sculptured lake-basin.About sundown saw a flock of dun grayish sparrows going to roost in crevices of a crag above the big snow-field. Charming little mountaineers! Found a species of sedge in flower within eight or ten feet of a snow-bank. Judging by the looks of the ground, it can hardly have been out in the sunshine much longer than a week, and it is likely to be buried again in fresh snow in a month or so, thus[Pg 252] making a winter about ten months long, while spring, summer, and autumn are crowded and hurried into two months. How delightful it is to be alone here! How wild everything is—wild as the sky and as pure! Never shall I forget this big, divine day—the Cathedral and its thousands of cassiope bells, and the landscapes around them, and this camp in the gray crags above the woods, with its stars and streams and snow.One of the smallest of the cascades, which I name the Bower Cascade, is in the lower region of the pass, where the vegetation is snowy and luxuriant. Wild rose and dogwood form dense masses overarching the stream, and out of this bower the creek, grown strong with many indashing tributaries, leaps forth into the light, and descends in a fluted curve thick-sown with crisp flashing spray. At the foot of the cañon there is a lake formed in part at least by the damming of the stream by a terminal moraine. The three other lakes in the cañon are in basins eroded from the solid rock, where the pressure of the glacier was greatest, and the most resisting portions of the basin rims are beautifully, tellingly polished. Below Moraine Lake at the foot of the cañon there are several old lake-basins lying[Pg 225] between the large lateral moraines which extend out into the desert. These basins are now completely filled up by the material carried in by the streams, and changed to dry sandy flats covered mostly by grass and artemisia and sun-loving flowers. All these lower lake-basins were evidently formed by terminal moraine dams deposited where the receding glacier had lingered during short periods of less waste, or greater snowfall, or both. How interesting to trace the history of a single raindrop! It is not long, geologically speaking, as we have seen, since the first raindrops fell on the newborn leafless Sierra land[Pg 126]scapes. How different the lot of these falling now! Happy the showers that fall on so fair a wilderness,—scarce a single drop can fail to find a beautiful spot,—on the tops of the peaks, on the shining glacier pavements, on the great smooth domes, on forests and gardens and brushy moraines, plashing, glinting, pattering, laving. Some go to the high snowy fountains to swell their well-saved stores; some into the lakes, washing the mountain windows, patting their smooth glassy levels, making dimples and bubbles and spray; some into the waterfalls and cascades, as if eager to join in their dance and song and beat their foam yet finer; good luck and good work for the happy mountain raindrops, each one of them a high waterfall in itself, descending from the cliffs and hollows of the clouds to the cliffs and hollows of the rocks, out of the sky-thunder into the thunder of the falling rivers. Some, falling on meadows and bogs, creep silently out of sight to the grass roots, hiding softly as in a nest, slipping, oozing hither, thither, seeking and finding their appointed work. Some, descending through the spires of the woods, sift spray through the shining needles, whispering peace and good cheer to each one of them. Some drops with happy aim glint on the sides of crystals,—quartz, hornblende, garnet, zir[Pg 127]con, tourmaline, feldspar,—patter on grains of gold and heavy way-worn nuggets; some, with blunt plap-plap and low bass drumming, fall on the broad leaves of veratrum, saxifrage, cypripedium. Some happy drops fall straight into the cups of flowers, kissing the lips of lilies. How far they have to go, how many cups to fill, great and small, cells too small to be seen, cups holding half a drop as well as lake basins between the hills, each replenished with equal care, every drop in all the blessed throng a silvery newborn star with lake and river, garden and grove, valley and mountain, all that the landscape holds reflected in its crystal depths, God's messenger, angel of love sent on its way with majesty and pomp and display of power that make man's greatest shows ridiculous.On Mount Hoffman I saw a curious dove-colored bird that seemed half woodpecker, half magpie, or crow. It screams something like a crow, but flies like a woodpecker, and has a long, straight bill, with which I saw it opening the cones of the mountain and white-[Pg 177]barked pines. It seems to keep to the heights, though no doubt it comes down for shelter during winter, if not for food. So far as food is concerned, these bird-mountaineers, I guess, can glean nuts enough, even in winter, from the different kinds of conifers; for always there are a few that have been unable to fly out of the cones and remain for hungry winter gleaners. July 17. A new camp was made to-day in a magnificent silver fir grove at the head of a small stream that flows into Yosemite by way of Indian Cañon. Here we intend to stay several weeks,—a fine location from which to make excursions about the great valley and its fountains. Glorious days I'll have sketching, pressing plants, studying the wonderful topography and the wild animals, our happy fellow mortals and neighbors. But the vast mountains in the distance, shall I ever know them, shall I be allowed to enter into their midst and dwell with them? At Crane Flat we climbed a thousand feet or more in a distance of about two miles, the forest growing more dense and the silvery magnifica fir forming a still greater portion of the whole. Crane Flat is a meadow with a wide sandy border lying on the top of the divide. It is often visited by blue cranes to rest and feed on their long journeys, hence the name. It is about half a mile long, draining into the Merced, sedgy in the middle, with a margin bright with lilies, columbines, lark[Pg 93]spurs, lupines, castilleia, then an outer zone of dry, gently sloping ground starred with a multitude of small flowers,—eunanus, mimulus, gilia, with rosettes of spraguea, and tufts of several species of eriogonum and the brilliant zauschneria. The noble forest wall about it is made up of the two silver firs and the yellow and sugar pines, which here seem to reach their highest pitch of beauty and grandeur; for the elevation, six thousand feet or a little more, is not too great for the sugar and yellow pines or too low for the magnifica fir, while the concolor seems to find this elevation the best possible. About a mile from the north end of the flat there is a grove of Sequoia gigantea, the king of all the conifers. Furthermore, the Douglas spruce (Pseudotsuga Douglasii) and Libocedrus decurrens, and a few two-leaved pines, occur here and there, forming a small part of the forest. Three pines, two silver firs, one Douglas spruce, one sequoia,—all of them, except the two-leaved pine, colossal trees,—are found here together, an assemblage of conifers unrivaled on the globe. Opposite the mouth of the cañon a range of volcanic cones extends southward from the lake, rising abruptly out of the desert like a chain of mountains. The largest of the cones are about twenty-five hundred feet high above the lake level, have well-formed craters, and all of them are evidently comparatively recent additions to the landscape. At a distance of a few miles they look like heaps of loose ashes that have never been blest by either rain or snow, but, for a' that and a' that, yellow pines are climbing their gray slopes, trying to clothe them and give beauty for ashes. A country of wonderful contrasts. Hot deserts bounded by snow-laden mountains,—cinders and ashes scattered on glacier-polished pavements,[Pg 229]—frost and fire working together in the making of beauty. In the lake are several volcanic islands, which show that the waters were once mingled with fire. All the way up from the Big Meadows to the base of the Cathedral the ground is covered with moraine material, the left lateral moraine of the great glacier that must have completely filled this upper Tuolumne basin. Higher there are several small terminal moraines of residual glaciers shoved forward at right angles against the grand simple lateral of the main Tuolumne Glacier. A fine place to study mountain sculpture and soil making. The view from the Cathedral Spires is very fine and telling in every direction. Innumerable peaks, ridges, domes, meadows, lakes, and woods; the forests extending in long curving lines and broad fields wherever the glaciers have left soil for them to grow on, while the sides of the highest mountains show a straggling dwarf growth clinging to rifts in the rocks apparently independent of soil. The dark heath-like growth on the Cathedral roof I found to be dwarf snow-pressed albicaulis pine, about three or four feet high, but very old looking. Many of them are bearing cones, and the noisy Clarke crow is eating the seeds, using his long bill like a woodpecker in digging them out of the cones. A good many flowers are still in bloom about the base of the peak, and even on the roof among the little pines, especially a woody yellow-flowered eri[Pg 249]ogonum and a handsome aster. The body of the Cathedral is nearly square, and the roof slopes are wonderfully regular and symmetrical, the ridge trending northeast and southwest. This direction has apparently been determined by structure joints in the granite. The gable on the northeast end is magnificent in size and simplicity, and at its base there is a big snow-bank protected by the shadow of the building. The front is adorned with many pinnacles and a tall spire of curious workmanship. Here too the joints in the rock are seen to have played an important part in determining their forms and size and general arrangement. The Cathedral is said to be about eleven thousand feet above the sea, but the height of the building itself above the level of the ridge it stands on is about fifteen hundred feet. A mile or so to the westward there is a handsome lake, and the glacier-polished granite about it is shining so brightly it is not easy in some places to trace the line between the rock and water, both shining alike. Of this lake with its silvery basin and bits of meadow and groves I have a fine view from the spires; also of Lake Tenaya, Cloud's Rest and the South Dome of Yosemite, Mount Starr King, Mount Hoffman, the Merced peaks, and the vast multitude of snowy fountain[Pg 250] peaks extending far north and south along the axis of the range. No feature, however, of all the noble landscape as seen from here seems more wonderful than the Cathedral itself, a temple displaying Nature's best masonry and sermons in stones. How often I have gazed at it from the tops of hills and ridges, and through openings in the forests on my many short excursions, devoutly wondering, admiring, longing! This I may say is the first time I have been at church in California, led here at last, every door graciously opened for the poor lonely worshiper. In our best times everything turns into religion, all the world seems a church and the mountains altars. And lo, here at last in front of the Cathedral is blessed cassiope, ringing her thousands of sweet-toned bells, the sweetest church music I ever enjoyed. Listening, admiring, until late in the afternoon I compelled myself to hasten away eastward back of rough, sharp, spiry, splintery peaks, all of them granite like the Cathedral, sparkling with crystals—feldspar, quartz, hornblende, mica, tourmaline. Had a rather difficult walk and creep across an immense snow and ice cliff which gradually increased in steepness as I advanced until it was almost impassable. Slipped on a dangerous place, but managed to stop by digging my heels into[Pg 251] the thawing surface just on the brink of a yawning ice gulf. Camped beside a little pool and a group of crinkled dwarf pines; and as I sit by the fire trying to write notes the shallow pool seems fathomless with the infinite starry heavens in it, while the onlooking rocks and trees, tiny shrubs and daisies and sedges, brought forward in the fire-glow, seem full of thought as if about to speak aloud and tell all their wild stories. A marvelously impressive meeting in which every one has something worth while to tell. And beyond the fire-beams out in the solemn darkness, how impressive is the music of a choir of rills singing their way down from the snow to the river! And when we call to mind that thousands of these rejoicing rills are assembled in each one of the main streams, we wonder the less that our Sierra rivers are songful all the way to the sea. Rose and crimson sunset, and soon after the stars appeared the moon rose in most impressive majesty over the top of Mount Dana. I sauntered up the meadow in the white light. The jet-black tree-shadows were so wonderfully distinct and substantial looking, I often stepped high in crossing them, taking them for black charred logs. July 7. Rather weak and sickish this morning, and all about a piece of bread. Can scarce command attention to my best studies, as if one couldn't take a few days' saunter in the Godful woods without maintaining a base on a wheat-field and gristmill. Like caged parrots we want a cracker, any of the hundred kinds—the remainder biscuit of a voyage around the world would answer well enough, nor would the wholesomeness of saleratus biscuit be questioned.[Pg 78] Bread without flesh is a good diet, as on many botanical excursions I have proved. Tea also may easily be ignored. Just bread and water and delightful toil is all I need,—not unreasonably much, yet one ought to be trained and tempered to enjoy life in these brave wilds in full independence of any particular kind of nourishment. That this may be accomplished is manifest, as far as bodily welfare is concerned, in the lives of people of other climes. The Eskimo, for example, gets a living far north of the wheat line, from oily seals and whales. Meat, berries, bitter weeds, and blubber, or only the last, for months at a time; and yet these people all around the frozen shores of our continent are said to be hearty, jolly, stout, and brave. We hear, too, of fish-eaters, carnivorous as spiders, yet well enough as far as stomachs are concerned, while we are so ridiculously helpless, making wry faces over our fare, looking sheepish in digestive distress amid rumbling, grumbling sounds that might well pass for smothered baas. We have a large supply of sugar, and this evening it occurred to me that these belligerent stomachs might possibly, like complaining children, be coaxed with candy. Accordingly the frying-pan was cleansed, and a lot of sugar cooked in it to a sort of wax, but this stuff only made matters worse.[Pg 79]Have been sketching a silver fir that stands on a granite ridge a few hundred yards to the eastward of camp—a fine tree with a particular snow-storm story to tell. It is about one hundred feet high, growing on bare rock, thrusting its roots into a weathered joint less than an inch wide, and bulging out to form a base to bear its weight. The storm came from the north while it was young and broke it down nearly to the ground, as is shown by the old, dead, weather-beaten top leaning out from the living trunk built up from a new shoot below the break. The annual rings of the trunk that have overgrown the dead sapling tell the year of the storm. Wonderful that a side branch forming a portion of one of the level collars that encircle the trunk of this species (Abies[Pg 144] magnifica) should bend upward, grow erect, and take the place of the lost axis to form a new tree. 1 best earning apps in 2022 2 teen patti real cash game paytm 3 dragon tiger hack trick 4 dragon vs tiger game app 5 rummy bindas hack 7 dragon and tiger hack 8 andar bahar hack 9 earn money from apps 7 rummy app hack 10 earn money from apps

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What are some risk factors for your horse developing laminitis? Metabolic issues, such as IR (insulin resistance), EMS (equine metabolic syndrome) and Cushing's disease all are risk factors for laminitis. Simple blood tests can alert you to any brewing issues, long before you see the tell tale signs of fatty deposits, cresty necks, and insane winter coats. Some Veterinarians suggest yearly tests for these conditions on all horses over the age of 13, with exceptions for younger horses on a case by case basis. Management of these conditions with a low carbohydrate diet, grazing muzzles, repeat blood work, medications, and diligent grooming can help you reduce the laminitis risk. Every horse is going to be different - it's up to you and your Veterinarian to come up with a good treatment plan, and up to you alone to do the daily monitoring and execution of the plan! Age/gender/size. Older horses are at a higher risk of laminitis, as are geldings. Ponies are more likely to develop laminitis than horses. Rich pasture and high sugar content feeds are certainly higher in "sugars" which are known to play a part in some laminitis cases. If you have any doubts or concerns about your horse's diet, an Equine Nutritionist can help you sort things out. . The obese horse is more likely to develop laminitis, among other things. Exercise levels may also play a part in your horse's laminitis risk profile. It's very easy for your Veterinarian to guide you through how to determine your horse's body score to analyze his weight. It's also super easy for you to tape your horse frequently to determine his weight - this will help you in tracking trends over time. Certainly the propensity for developing laminitis is carried in your horse's genes. Hoof design and size and strength all play a role here, too. A hoof in danger will usually feel warm or hot, be sensitive, be unwilling to turn, and have a palpable or strong digital pulse. There are also a few other factors that can happen to any horse, at any time. Supporting limb laminitis occurs when a horse's injured leg is too painful to bear weight, so his other leg bears more than it's fair share and develops laminitis. The race horse Barbara is a famous example of this. Road founder, aka concussive laminitis, happens when the footing is hard and unforgiving and your horse experiences repeated concussions on his hooves. This is case in point of why icing your horse's legs and hooves after exercise on any questionable footing is a good idea. The dreaded loose horse that gorges on grain. Laminitis here occurs due to the violent overload of sugars in your horse's system that trigger dangerous amounts of endotoxins, a by product of digestion, which cause laminitis. Get those hooves in some ice! The bottom line is to know your horse inside and out. Work closely with your Veterinarian regarding weight, regular blood work, an exercise program, and appropriate pasture types and time for your horse. Remember, too, that one call to your Veterinarian if you even remotely suspect laminitis can save his life. Begin ice therapy on the hooves immediately and follow your Veterinarian's treatment plan to the letter. Don't wait!

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These cases differ fundamentally from Singh's. Accommodating his faith doesn't hurt anyone else; it just requires making an exception to a rule of uniformity that was never truly uniform. Not so in these other cases. Hobby Lobby employees are harmed because they now lack a benefit guaranteed by law. People turned away by an inn or bakery suffer the harm of being told that their kind isn't welcome. And a teenage immigrant is harmed by not being provided care or even told about other healthcare options. Yes, religious freedom needs protection. But religious liberty doesn't mean the right to discriminate or to impose one's views on others. The RFRA wasn't meant to force employees to pay a price for their employer's faith, or to allow businesses to refuse to serve gay and transgender people, or to sanction government-funded discrimination. In the civil-rights era, we rejected the claims of those who said it would violate their religion to integrate. We can't let the RFRA be used as a tool for a different result now. Louise Melling is deputy legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union.

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There is an issue on whether or not to apply certain harvesting to Kentucky deer hunting. The state only allows deer hunters to shoot one trophy buck during the entire Kentucky deer hunting season. The best alternative is to allow a person to shoot two bucks during the Kentucky deer hunting season. The stipulation is that both buck must have a minimum of 4 points on one side. This addresses the quick decision making hunters have to do when seeing a bunch of points on the rack. As that buck comes of the thicket and into a shooting lane, hunters sometimes only have a few seconds to make a decision to shoot, then they need to find the kill shot and pull the trigger! Many bucks are missed because of certain gaming laws, but it really is a part of the sport. The other option to really help Kentucky outfitters make the turn to an acknowledged leader in world-class whitetail hunting is to only allow hunters to shot one buck to improve this outdoor industry. The same rule as above; the deer must have a minimum of 4 points on one side. Many Kentucky hunting outfitters has this self-imposed expectation during a Kentucky deer hunt. Michigan has the same type of rule except they allow any size buck for their first animal and the second buck must meet the above standards. In order for the culture of Kentucky to change, we need some laws to govern the size of bucks taken. The responsibility of making Kentucky tourism a marquee destination for deer hunting should all fall on the shoulders of larger property owners. Kentucky deer hunts and kills come from individual citizens who like to go to their friends or grandparents property once a year in hopes of killing that Kentucky Whitetail trophy! Kentuckians really want to change? Many generations of families have been fed by dad going out in the truck and doing a little road hunting of deer for meat. I have family members who do this and I'm certain the fisheries and wildlife factors in the kills from these people who do not report the poached deer. So does that make it acceptable for wildlife management purposes? Maybe, but I don't know. People will always poach and break the laws during the Kentucky deer hunting season. I suspect many of us have no problem looking the other way when a man goes out and kills an animals to feed his family on. It's the people who shoot a deer just for fun or worse yet, because they seen a big rack on a deer consider it a trophy buck. I'm afraid not. That is the same as going to a store to buy your own 2 foot tall trophy made of plated gold saying you did something special. If there is no competition, then is it really a trophy?

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Why people eat pancakes on Shrove Tuesday By Francisco Guzman and Pete Burn, CNN Published 6:44 AM EST, Tue February 25, 2020 Kobby Mendez/Unsplash Today is Shrove Tuesday. Also known as Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras (in French) and by many other nicknames. It's the big hurrah before Christians start Lent, a season of prayer, penance and fasting in preparation for the Easter season. Mardi Gras Day, the traditional celebration on the day before Ash Wednesday and the begining of Lent, is marked in New Orleans with parades and marches through the city. Rusty Costanza/Getty Images But even on a day with king cake, beads, parades and giant floats, there's still a question about the celebration: Why are pancakes being served? It started when Pope St. Gregory prohibited Christians from eating all forms of meat and animal products during Lent around A.D. 600. He told St. Augustine of Canterbury, a founder of the Christian church in southern England, to enforce those same fasting rules in England. So Christians made pancakes to use up their supply of eggs, milk and butter in preparation for Lent. Shrove Tuesday is also known as Pancake Day. When the tradition spread throughout Europe, people in France followed the trend. They made waffles, crepes and a dessert many know as king cake to utilize their dairy products. They called it Mardi Gras. And the English named it Pancake Day.

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Home / #News / Prisoners / TRNC / African-origin students dominate Lefkosa prison African-origin students dominate Lefkosa prison Olomo Olomo Friday, August 27, 2021 0 It is noteworthy that a significant part of prisoners and detainees in Lefkosa Central Prison, are foreign nationals. According to information obtained from prison sources as reported by Yeneduzen, 315 of the convicts and detainees in the prison, which has a population of 584, came from 40 different countries. It has been learned that 169 convicts and detainees are citizens of 'far countries', and 146 people come from Turkey and are all involved in crime in the country. It was also noted that the remaining 269 people in the prison were TRNC or TRNC/Turkey dual nationals. The increasing population in Lefkosia Central Prison started to cause new problems. While complaining about the inadequacy of the building, it is noteworthy that most of the detainees are foreign nationals. According to the information obtained from prison sources, the total population of the prison is 584. 169 of this number are citizens of other countries other than the TRNC and Turkey. Majority of the prisoners and detainees in question are of African origin, and that a significant portion of them are "student" on the island. The necessity of restructuring in terms of "university standards" was also discussed. #News Prisoners TRNC

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Kacey Montoya Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Husband, Family, KTLA, Salary, and Net Worth. Article Updated on December 15, 2021 By Kevin Wanyoike 1 Kacey Montoya Biography 1.1 Kacey Montoya Age 1.2 Kacey Montoya Height 1.3 Kacey Montoya Weight 1.4 Kacey Montoya Education 1.5 Kacey Montoya Family 1.6 Kacey Montoya Husband 1.7 Kacey Montoya Children 1.8 Kacey Montoya Salary 1.9 Kacey Montoya Net Worth 2 Kacey Montoya Measurements and Facts 2.1 Kacey Montoya Wikipedia 2.2 Kacey Montoya Birthday 2.3 Kacey Montoya Body Measurements 2.4 Kacey Montoya Family and Relationship 2.5 Kacey Montoya Net Worth and Salary 3 Kacey Montoya Career 3.1 Kacey Montoya KTLA 3.2 Kacey Montoya House and Cars 4 Frequently Asked Questions About Kacey Montoya 4.1 Who is Kacey Montoya? 4.2 How old is Kacey Montoya? 4.3 How tall is Kacey Montoya? 4.4 Is Kacey Montoya married? 4.5 How much is Kacey Montoya worth? 4.6 How much does Montoya make? 4.7 Where does Montoya live? 4.8 Is Montoya dead or alive? 4.9 Where is Montoya Now? 4.10 Montoya Social Media Contacts 4.11 Related Biographies. Kacey Montoya Biography Kacey Montoya is an American Emmy-award-winning presenter, reporter, and journalist who joined KTLA as a general assignments reporter in 2013, also known as the best presenter. Montoya was born in Orange County on June 24, 1981, but raised in Dallas, so she holds American nationality. Kacey Montoya Age Montoya is 40 years old as of 2021, she was born on June 24, 1981, in Orange County, California, United States of America. She celebrates her birthday on June 24, every year and her birth sign is Cancer. Kacey Montoya Height Montoya stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm). However, details regarding her other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available. Kacey Montoya Weight Montoya Weighs 53 kilograms in 2021. Known for her beautiful smile and charming personality, Montoya has blue eyes and blond hair. Her gorgeous body figure is one of her most striking features. Kacey Montoya Education Montoya is a highly educated and qualified person. She completed her graduation from the California State University, Northridge with a degree in broadcast journalism. Further information concerning Montoya's education in detail will be updated once available. Kacey Montoya Family Montoya was born on June 24, 1981, in Orange County. Her nationality is American and her ethnicity is North American. She was brought up in Dallas. She is one of seven children of her parents. She has three sisters and three brothers. One of her brother's names is Ryan. Kacey Montoya Husband Montoya is a happily married woman. She is married to her lovely husband Matt Brade. They were dating as boyfriend and girlfriend but later decided to marry and married in late 2012. Matt Brade is a renowned American weather expert and also television presenter. The couple is famous and best known because of their well-understanding of each other and also understand each other's feelings, also because they have the same field and they go hand in hand but there are a bit of chance of their divorce and also separations. Kacey Montoya Children As of now, there isn't any documented report on the public records about Montoya and her lovely spouse Matt Brade having kids. Nevertheless, this information is currently under review and will be updated once we get it from a credible source. Kacey Montoya Salary Montoya receives an average annual salary of between $24,292 and $72,507. This translates to an hourly average wage of between $10.15 and $31.32. This is Per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the employee. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary but we will update this section when the information is available. Kacey Montoya Net Worth Montoya has an estimated net worth of $600 thousand dollars as of 2021. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Journalist. Through her various sources of income, she has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle. Kacey Montoya Measurements and Facts Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Montoya. Kacey Montoya Wikipedia KTLA News Anchor-Kacey Montoya Photo Full Names: Kacey Montoya. Gender: Female. Occupation / Profession: Journalist. Nationality: American. Race / Ethnicity: White. Religion: Christian. Sexual Orientation: Straight. Kacey Montoya Birthday Age / How Old?: 39 Years Old. Zodiac Sign: Cancer. Date of Birth: June 24, 1981. Place of Birth: Orange County, California. Birthday: June 24. Kacey Montoya Body Measurements Body Measurements: Pending Update. Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm). Weight: 53 kilograms in 2021. 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She graduated from the California State University, Northridge majored in a degree in broadcast journalism. She later joined KTLA and spent more than six years at CBS affiliate KOIN-TV before joined at KTLA. Montoya before worked for more than three years at the CBS affiliate in Palm Spring, California, and a year at WOAY-TV in Oak Hill. She is recently serving as a general reporter at KTLA. Kacey Montoya KTLA Montoya is an Emmy Award-winning reporter who joined KTLA as a general assignment reporter in June 2013. Prior to KTLA, she spent more than five years at CBS affiliate, KOIN-TV, in Portland, Ore., where she was an anchor and reporter. She also spent two years at the CBS affiliate in Palm Springs, Calif., and a year at WOAY-TV in Oak Hill, W.Va. At CSUN, Montoya earned many awards including first place for TV in-depth reporting for her talk show on political free speech. She interned at CNN Los Angeles in the entertainment news department. When she's not working, you'll find Montoya at a yoga studio or spending time with friends and family she is one of seven kids. She's an advisory board member of Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals (OFOSA) and is a chair for the National Media Ambassador Council for the National Women's Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation of Women (NWCAVE). Kacey Montoya House and Cars Place of living: U.S.A. Cars: Car Brand to be Updated. Frequently Asked Questions About Kacey Montoya Who is Kacey Montoya? Montoya is an American Emmy-award-winning presenter, reporter, and journalist who joined KTLA as a general assignments reporter in 2013, also known as the best presenter. How old is Kacey Montoya? Montoya is an American national born on June 24, 1981, in Orange County, California. How tall is Kacey Montoya? Montoya stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm). Is Kacey Montoya married? Yes, Montoya is married to Matt Brade. They got married in 2012 and together they are living a happy married life. How much is Kacey Montoya worth? Montoya has a net worth of $600 thousand dollars as of 2021. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the journalism industry. How much does Montoya make? Montoya receives an annual salary ranging between $ 24,292 and $ 72,507 that translates to an hourly average wage of between $ 10.15 and $ 31.32. This is Per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States. Where does Montoya live? Because of security reasons, Montoya has not shared her precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of her house. Is Montoya dead or alive? Montoya is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues. Where is Montoya Now? Montoya is pursuing her career in journalism. 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Logitech BASE Is The Most Innovative Charging Dock For The iPad Pro (Review) byLogan McGregor One of the new features announced with the iPad Pro was the Smart Connector. The Smart Connector consists of three small circles on the side of the iPad Pro. It was featured alongside the iPad Pro Smart Keyboard, which was powered by the Smart Connector. Rather than having to charge the keyboard separately like many Bluetooth keyboards, the Smart Keyboard drew all the power it needed simply from the iPad Pro itself via the Smart Connector. Sadly, Apple has never released any other accessories yet that take advantage of this Smart Connector. Fortunately, Logitech has stepped up to the plate. Along with a lineup of keyboards that use the Smart Connector, Logitech has created the BASE, an innovative iPad Pro charging dock that charges the iPad Pro through the Smart Connector. The packaging is quite simple. All that's included is the BASE itself and some regulatory papers. No Lightning cord is included, so you'll have to provide your own. At the back of the BASE is a Lightning port, where you can plug it in. Once it's plugged in, you can simply place your iPad Pro on its side to match the Smart Connector, and it'll start charging. The bulk of the BASE is crafted out of aluminum, complimenting the design of the iPad Pro. The points where the iPad Pro makes contact with the BASE, the side and back, have a thin polycarbonate layer present, preventing scratches. The bottom piece also has a lip and a magnet, so the iPad Pro easily snaps into place and stays put. It also has a rubber bottom which makes the BASE stay in place even if it's bumped and when removing the iPad Pro. Overall, the BASE is really well designed. It reminds me of the base of an iMac. If the BASE didn't have the Logi logo, it could certainly pass as an Apple product. So, what can you do with the Logitech BASE? It's a great way to interact with Siri, as you can use Siri hands-free when it's charging, and you can hear Siri loud and clear with the iPad Pro's four speakers. It can be a great help in the kitchen, with Siri providing help for converting measurements and the BASE at an ideal viewing angle for a digital cookbook. It can also make a good bedside companion, making a good alarm clock as well as having Siri interact with your smart home devices. I decided to put the BASE on my desk. It's a great compliment to my MacBook Pro, which is essentially the same size. With Continuity, it makes it easy to carry on with something that I was doing on my Mac to my iPad, which is always fully charged since it stays on the BASE. It also is a great viewing angle for when I want to use my iPad as a secondary display to my MacBook Pro. So, should you buy the Logitech BASE? Well before you go ahead and purchase it, there are a few things you should be aware of. First off is the price. The Logitech BASE retails for $99. That's pretty expensive for a dock, especially considering the fact that it doesn't include a Lightning cord or wall adapter. Charging through the Smart Connector is also slower than charging through the standard Lightning port. Logitech says that it takes around 7 hours to fully charge an iPad Pro through the BASE. It takes about 4 and a half hours to fully charge an iPad Pro through a Lightning cord. Personally, this isn't a big deal for me, as I just always have my iPad Pro on the BASE, so it's always fully charged, but it might be a deal breaker for some. Since it's made out of a single piece of aluminum, the BASE does not have an adjustable viewing angle. Two other things to be aware of is that the Smart Connector doesn't transfer data that the Lighting cord does, so that means that you can't use this to connect your iPad Pro to iTunes or use it as an external display without plugging in an additional Lightning cord into your computer, which kinda defeats the point. Also, some iPad Pro cases might not leave the Smart Connector exposed, so you'll need to remove the case before you can charge your iPad Pro via the BASE. If you don't mind the previously mentioned limitations, then you'll love the Logitech BASE. With its innovative charging method and beautifully crafted design, the Logitech BASE is one of the best docks you can buy for the iPad Pro. If you'd like to pick on up yourself, you can purchase it for $99. What do you think of the Logitech BASE? Do you wish that more manufacturers took advantage of the Smart Connector? Let us know in the comments section down below! Logan McGregor Logan McGregor is a writer for iOSHacker. 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THE NEW CANADIAN FAMILY The new data on the 2011 Census shows the changes in what constitutes a family in Canada. The family is not what it used to be. I still remember when the average family was made up of a mom and dad and two children. Well folks the dynamics of the Canadian family has certainly changed to take in people of many diverse backgrounds. While two-thirds of Canada�s 9.3 million families are headed by married couples, more diverse portraits are emerging. We now have same-sex partners, common-law families, single-parent households, step families, grandparent-run families where the parents are absent, foster children and their households. We have married couples where the female has decided not to take her husbands name at the time of marriage preferring to keep her surname separate, Mom can be Ms Smith and dad Mr Drambouski with the children of the union who usually use the name of the father. Couples sometimes split and the female doesn�t want to be branded with her former ex-husband's surname and we have a reshuffling once again of the cards of matrimony. Some of my young clients have to be able to juggle the new relationships of the past and present spouses. Dad after the divorce has returned home to live in London to live with his ageing parents and mom has a new partner (boy friend) in Toronto. You probably know the routine if you are divorced with children: Monday and Wednesday with Mom and Tuesday and Thursday with dad with the week-ends equally divided to take in the needs of the parents. It can be hard to trace your family roots when mom decided to go for in-vitro insemination where an anonymous male donates to the semen bank that a women can access via her gynaecologist. There are catalogues of potential donors that have their genetic disposition, education and physical make-ups available. The semen is injected into the waiting female recipient to bring forth a baby. Eggs can be donated and fertilized in a Petrie dish waiting to be implanted. Think about it, we now can have three people directly involved in what was once a simple process of making a baby. Gay/lesbian couples can now access fertility clinics where they can choose the baby�s gender. With the benefit of ultra sound there is no need to be disappointed with your baby�s gender. Two females or two males can take on their perspective roles of parenting. In todays modern day society the children do not seem to be troubled by the changes in sexual stereotyping of old. Used to be a couple fell in love and the "Stork" was responsible for the delivery. With all of the possible combinations and permutations we have lots of opportunities for people to choose what type of family they wish to have. I counselled a young woman who told me that she recently learned that her mother was her grandmother. Last month she discovered that the women who she always referred to as her sister was in fact her mother. Her uncles and aunts she found were also her brothers and sisters. I had to chart her genetic map and found with some help the rational for her family. Many years ago her mother/sister had a baby which she legally gave to her mother. Recently the grandmother/mother discovered that she was not well and told her daughter/granddaughter to go and live with her sister who was her birth mother. What was supposed to be the norm didn�t exist anymore. Reminds me of the story of a man who was stopped at the side of the road. A policeman arrived on the scene to ascertain that all was okay. The father explained that he and his family had stopped to have lunch. The policeman concluded that it was a family picnic. Dad laughed, told the cop that "it was his family but it sure was no picnic". Drop me an e mail.

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www.RCTCBC.gov.uk The Leaders Blog Rhondda Cynon Taf Council - Leader's Blog Councillor Andrew Morgan Keep up to date with all the latest news from Council Leader, Councillor Andrew Morgan via his fortnightly blog and video updates. A Brighter Outlook for 2020 It's certainly been a busy time in the world of politics, and especially so here in Rhondda Cynon Taf with the recent council by-election in the Ynyshir ward. I'd like to extend my congratulations to all four RCT MPs who were returned in our constituencies and to Councillor Julie Edwards, the new member for Ynyshir. Following swiftly on from last Thursday came the Provisional Local Government Settlement from the Welsh Government, which will see Rhondda Cynon Taf being allocated a 4.5% (£16m) uplift in the forthcoming financial year. After almost a decade of continued austerity, this is a welcome break for Local Authorities in Wales and, whilst it obviously does not undo the damage caused by austerity, it is nonetheless positive and represents the best settlement allocation for twelve years at a time when pressures and costs are growing. My fellow Council Leaders and I have had frequent and honest discussions with Welsh Government Ministers and last Monday's announcement was clearly a positive indication from the Welsh Government in viewing Local Government as a priority for funding, allowing Councils to invest in our priority services. As part of our preparations for the forthcoming financial year, we have recently closed the first phase of our annual budget consultation process. Our residents' views form a crucial part of our forward planning and I'd like to thank all of those who have taken the time to fill in the surveys, respond to the snapshot polls on social media and also given their time for the face-to-face discussions as part of the roadshow events. From the results of this first phase, I will shortly be asking my colleagues in the Cabinet to consider looking at using the additional resources at our disposal next year to invest in a number of key priority areas, including schools and education, social care, youth services and youth offending, anti-poverty measures and an extension to the recently introduced small business rate relief scheme. This will then inform the second phase of our budget consultation process, where residents will once again have an opportunity to have a conversation with us to shape service provision going in to 2020/21 as we look to continue making excellent progress on delivering on our priorities and commitments. On the subject of delivering on commitments, I am pleased to confirm that the Council's free town centre Wi-Fi scheme is now available to access in Mountain Ash, following on from the pilot in Aberdare that was announced in October. The scheme will continue to be delivered to the remaining five town centres over the coming months as we continue to provide support to our town centres. Staying with Mountain Ash, New Year's Eve will once again see the increasingly popular Nos Galan Road Races return to the town for the 61st year since the start of the event. Once again we are expecting thousands of spectators to be in attendance to cheer on the record number of competitors. Information for the event can be found on the Nos Galan website and will be promoted through the Council's social media accounts in the run up to the 31st. Finally, I'd like to take this opportunity to wish all of our residents a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Storm Dennis – One Year On Council Leader statement - 'circuit breaker' lockdown An Extraordinary Two Months in RCT Budget Priorities for 2020/21 Investment Across Key Services Working with Partners to Deliver Better Services Meeting Future Demands Priorities for Funding Services Creating a Healthy and Active RCT

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But ol' PrimeTime lacks the hustler's flow to pull off the kind of lyrics that make you wanna roll with him. Make no mistake, Deion was the shit in '95, but his rapping was about as lackluster and convincing as a Backstreet Boy's you can't tell if you're supposed to be proud of him or sympathetic. But none packed a bigger what the fuck factor than a dance single from the '86 Rams, "Let's Ram It." As the title suggests, the Rams are singing about how good they are at "ramming it." This might be OK if 1) they were a gay disco group, chaquetones mujer or 2) at some point in the song they sang about "ramming" something specific (like, say, the helmets of their opponents!). The players say they are "taking a knee" to protest police brutality inordinately targeted toward African Americans. It is this systemic racism, this inequality that they are attempting to bring into public view. It's a right cause, certainly, but perhaps the wrong arena? 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He still has time to make good on his lofty preseason draft position. Having read the article on the incidents involving Hulk, Lavezzi, and Witsel, I thought I ruin my afternoon by scrolling down to the comments and reminding myself of the cesspit of humanity that exists below the line. Granted, the F365 comments section isn quite at the level of MSN or the Daily Mail, but there always plenty of ignorance frothing away. It not a thing to be annoyed about. As always, there's far more to it than that. After all, by focussing on Kaepernick's method of protest, Trump has done his damnedest to draw our eyes away from why the athlete started doing this in the first place. Trump has done his damnedest to silence the voice of a young minority and talented role model as punishment for using the only platform available to him to stand up against the institutional racism that has plagued America since day one.. 22, in 2008. 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We use cookies to give you the best browsing experience and to provide you with relevant content and advertising. By continuing to use our website you are accepting our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy FINANCE MANAGER 12 months fixed term - maternity cover Worthing High School £23,935 - £29,854 pa £25,991 - £32,234 pa (pro rata £22,992 - £28,514) Education, Finance Fixed term , Permanent Secondments welcomed – from January 2021 SALARY: NJC GRADE 8/9 points 20-28 £23,935 - £29,854 pa £25,991 - £32,234 pa (pro rata £22,992 - £28,514 HOURS: Full-time – term time only plus 2 weeks to be worked in school holidays 37 hours per week - from January 2021 We are seeking an outstanding individual to cover for our Finance Manager who starts maternity leave in February. The postholder be qualified to AAT Level 3. They will play a key role in assisting the Business Development Manager to deliver an outstanding financial service to the Trust. They will prepare financial reports, including assisting with the year-end accounting process and annual budget setting. They will maintain the Trust's financial processes and systems including control of non-restrictive income and expenditure (School Fund). The successful candidate will have: up-to-date knowledge and experience of managing ESFA/Academy funding in schools confidence in dealing with charity accounting requirements and reporting arrangements a confident personality with a can-do approach good oral and written communication skills with all stakeholders an ability to respond to challenging circumstances in a positive manner a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and Outlook - supported by achievement of ECDL or similar experience of managing a procurement process experience of managing and motivating an effective team. and ideally a knowledge of SIMS, FMS, SIMS Finance and Wisepay If you feel you have the necessary skills for this position and would like further information, an application form and job description can be downloaded from the links on the school website at www.worthinghigh.net/vacancies or from the school by phoning 01903 237864. Further information about the school and details of how to apply can also be obtained from the school website. Completed applications should be sent to Mr Panayiotou, Headteacher, at the address below or emailed to [email protected]. Closing date for applications is Monday 30 November 2020 at 9am - an early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received. Interviews will be held on Friday 4 December 2020 in person, covid safe interviews will be organised but candidates can attend by ZOOM if necessary for self-isolation reasons. Please note, because of the nature of this job, if you are successful in your application you will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service with barred list check. This will be done by means of applying for a DBS certificate through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, spent or unspent. Clearance will be obtained before employment commences. South Downs Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Worthing High School & Clapham and Patching C of E Primary school are part of SDET, which is an academy trust and a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales with company number 8276210. The Registered Office is at: South Farm Road, Worthing, West Sussex BN14 7AR. We recognise continuous service from academy/non-academy schools Senior Tax and Trust Executive Save Senior Tax and Trust Executive LoveLocalJobs.com Recruitment Solutions Save Management Accountant Planning & Forecasting Analyst Haywards Heath, West Sussex First Central Save Planning & Forecasting Analyst Education Financial Permanent Full Time jobs in Worthing Finance Financial Permanent Full Time jobs in Worthing LLJ Foundation: Take the Leap Love Local Jobs © 2015 - 2021 LoveLocalJobs.com Limited. Powered by Madgex Job Board Software

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Bruno Salzer (* 13. Mai 1859 in Stollberg/Erzgeb.; † 28. Mai 1919 in Chemnitz) war ein deutscher Unternehmer. Salzer war Betreiber der größten Chemnitzer Maschinenfabrik vor der Weltwirtschaftskrise. Leben Bruno Salzer wurde als Sohn des Strumpfwirkers Johann Gottlieb Salzer (1817–1868) und Enkel des Oberschlemaer Schankwirts Ephraim Salzer am 13. Mai 1859 in Stollberg geboren. 1880 zog er nach Chemnitz, wo er sich zunächst als Schlosser in der Wirkmaschinenfabrik Hilscher verdingte. Nach seiner Hochzeit 1882 mit Marie Anna (geborene Unger) (1858–1925), eröffnete er mit Carl August Schubert, davor Schlosser in der Maschinenfabrik Kappel, 1883 eine kleine Werkstatt zum Bau von Strumpfwirkgeräten, die nach dem Erfolg einer hergestellten Flachwirkmaschine für Strümpfe (System Paget) 1885 vergrößert wurde. 1887 errichteten Schubert und Salzer einen in der Folge mehrfach erweiterten und 1889 in die Aktiengesellschaft "Chemnitzer Wirkwaren-Maschinenfabrik vormals Schubert & Salzer" umgewandelten Geschäftsbetrieb. 1892 schied Schubert aus dem sich ständig vergrößernden Unternehmen aus. Unter Bruno Salzer als technischem Leiter erwarb die Gesellschaft 1895 die Genehmigung zum Bau von selbstarbeitenden Socken-Rundstrickmaschinen nach dem System Standard und entwickelte 1900 das Petinet-Cottongerät, mit der nicht nur das Strumpfgewerbe des Erzgebirges, sondern auch zahlreiche Betriebe in Europa und Übersee ausgerüstet wurden. Nach dem 1. Weltkrieg war das Unternehmen Weltmarktführer in der Herstellung von Flachstrickgerätschaften. Daneben gehörten Stickmaschinen, Rundstrickgeräte, Spinnereimaschinen, Zwirn-, Gardinen- und Tüllgeräte, Ladenkassen, Werkzeugmaschinen (vor allem Fräs- und Zentriermaschinen), zeitweise auch Fahrräder (1896–1906, Fahrradwerke Salzer & Co.) zum Herstellungsumfang des seit 1904 als "Schubert & Salzer Maschinenfabrik Aktiengesellschaft" eingetragenen Betriebs. Ehrungen Bruno-Salzer-Str. in Chemnitz (seit 1997) Einzelnachweise Unternehmer (Chemnitz) Deutscher Geboren 1859 Gestorben 1919 Mann

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This lovely wool dress came to us in good condition except for the occasional moth hole. This can happen over time when wool clothing is not stored properly, and although it can be a real bummer to find a hole in the vintage sweater you just picked up, it can be repaired quite easily! The first method is a simple darning which works best for small holes or larger holes in inconspicuous places. Firstly, the fabric is pulled taught over a wood darning mushroom or lacking that, a tea cup, or if you're a lap mender like me, a bowl placed over the knee works well too! Using the closest colour of thread you can find, start by weaving in one direction, going under and over as many remaining fibers as possible, then when you reach the end of the hole, as in figure 4, start going the other direction until you have a solid weave as in figure 5. The tighter the weave and the more even you can weave, the better! The result is seldom perfect, but can often be close enough to fool the casual observer, and impress those with a keen eye for detail. Even if you're not great at sewing, you'll never get any better without trying, and this is the type of project you can do, und-do, then re-do until you get satisfactory results! Want to find this dress in store? It's too hot for wool just yet, so keep an eye out for it in the fall!

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JOHN H. BERRYMAN, farmer, P. O. Lima, was born in Logan Township, now a part of Auglaize County, Ohio, August 19, 1843; son of Russell and Margaret (Slain) Berryman. His paternal grandfather was William Berryman, a native of Ireland, who settled in Logan Township (then a part of this county) in 1823, where he died soon after. His children were ten in number: Anna M., William, Ephraim, John, Russell, Thomas, Eliza, Martha, Emeline and Mercy; all now deceased except Eliza (Mrs. Henry Noble). After the father's death the boys took hold of and cleared the farm, and the homestead afterward came into possession of Russell, the father of our subject, who resided there until his death; he died in 1879, at the age of sixty three years; he was twice married, his first wife being Margaret Slain, a native of Virginia, by whom he had five children: Cornelia (Mrs. E. A. Stocking), Ephraim, Rosabel (Mrs. A. F. Blackburn), John H. and James W.; his second wife was Elizabeth Whetstone, by whom he had twelve children, nine of whom grew to maturity: Flora (Mrs. John G. Miller), Abram. Margaret (Mrs. L. Coebron), William, Russell, Rosetta (Mrs. William Mires), Mattie, Warren and Cora. Our subject was reared on the old homestead in Logan Township, and received a common school education. After he became of age he engaged in farming, and buying and selling stock, and in 1867, he located in Shawnee Township, this county, purchasing the farm he now occupies in 1880. Mr. Berryman was married, March 12, 1868, to Sally C., daughter of Abraham and Maria B. (Hover) Boyd, who settled in Shawnee Township. this county, in 1837, locating on the farm now occupied by our subject, which they cleared and improved. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd reared a family of four children: Henry E., Sally C., Margaret Ann (deceased), and Mary B. (Mrs. John W. Black). Mrs. Berryman's maternal grandfather was Ezekiel Hover, a native of New Jersey, a commissary in the war of 1812. He was a pioneer of Shawnee Township. this county, where he settled in 1832, having purchased a tract of land in the Shawnee reservation at the government sale. To our subject and wife have been born five children: Myrtle, Maggie, J. Russell, Hattie and Robert F. Mr. and Mrs. Berryman are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He has filled several offices in the township. In politics he is a Democrat.

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Groups + Tours Open today : 10AM — 7PM 200 West Jones Avenue ON VIEW FEBRUARY 12 No Ocean Between Us A Heartfelt SAMA Valentine's Day Donate to SAMA SAMA is now open. Welcome! Open Today: 10AM — 7PM Become a Member Egyptian Animal Mummies: Science Explores an Ancient Religion March 23, 2018–July 01, 2018 Special Exhibitions Gallery, 4th Floor East See Current Exhibitions Ibis Mummy, Egyptian (Late Period–Roman Period), ca. 712 BC – AD 395, Ibis remains and linen, h. 4 ½ in. (11.4 cm); l. 15 ½ in. (39.4 cm) San Antonio Museum of Art, bequest of Gilbert M. Denman, Jr., 2005.1.36. Photography by Peggy Tenison; X-Ray photograph by UT Health Science Visitors to SAMA may be familiar with the bronze reliquaries in the ancient Egyptian collection, which would have been dedicated to a deity and may have contained an animal mummy. In the upcoming exhibition, Egyptian Animal Mummies: Science Explores an Ancient Religion, these reliquaries are presented for the first time alongside the Museum's collection of animal mummies. Recently conserved for this exhibition, the mummies include a cat, three crocodiles, two ibises, and three falcons. "The Egyptians believed that animals possessed qualities that were human in nature as well as mysterious. Therefore, they associated animals with the divine realm. Given that the Egyptians' relationship with the gods and goddesses was an integral part of their daily lives, this exhibition provides essential insight into their ideology," said Sarah Schellinger, PhD, the exhibition curator and the Museum's Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Curatorial Fellow. The exhibition focuses on the creation of the mummies, their role in ancient Egyptian religion, and their burial. In collaboration with the San Antonio Zoo and the Radiology Department at University of Texas Health San Antonio, the mummies underwent modern scientific methods of examination including X-ray imaging and CT scanning, which made it possible to understand and analyze the contents of the mummies without unwrapping them. These tests and their results will be featured in the exhibition. A dynamic series of educational public programs complement the exhibition. The highlight is a lecture by Salima Ikram, PhD, Distinguished University Professor of Egyptology at the American University in Cairo, on April 17, 2018. Dr. Ikram is the world's leading expert on animal mummies. Animal Mummies: Science Explores an Ancient Religion has been made possible by generous support from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the American Research Center in Egypt, Sendero Wealth Management, Martha Avant, Thomas Edson, John S. Gutzler and Sarah E. Harte, Cecilia Herrera, Chris Karcher and Karen Keach, Rosario Laird, Dana McGinnis, and Sidney Swearingen. Falcon Mummy with Lidded Mummy Jar, Egyptian (Late Period -Roman Period), ca. 712 BC – AD 395, Falcon remains and linen and terracotta, mummy: h. 9 ¾ in. (24.8 cm); w. 3 in. (7.6 cm) / jar: h. 15 ½ in. (39.4 cm), San Antonio Museum of Art, gift of Beryl and Hank McCleary, 2003.50.1.1-2. Photography by Peggy Tenison Falcon Mummy, Egyptian (Late Period–Roman Period), ca. 712 BC–AD 395, Falcon remains and linen, h. 11 7/8 in. (30.2 cm); w. 2 3/4 in. (7 cm), San Antonio Museum of Art, gift of Beryl and Hank McCleary, 2003.50.3, Photography by Peggy Tenison Ibis Mummy, Egyptian (Late Period–Roman Period), ca. 712 BC–AD 395, Ibis remains and linen, h. 4 ½ in. (11.4 cm); l. 15 ½ in. (39.4 cm), San Antonio Museum of Art, bequest of Gilbert M. Denman, Jr., 2005.1.36, Photography by Peggy Tenison Black Liberation and Indigenous Sovereignty Virtual Playdates: Animal Friends Early Childhood, Families Online Art to Lunch: Year of the Ox SAMA is more than a museum; it's a place to explore the world. Ways to Support SAMA See Membership Info Open today from 10AM–7PM Volunteer / Internship © 2021 San Antonio Museum of Art. All rights reserved.

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7 Best Excursions in Auckland, New Zealand Perched on the Northern Island of New Zealand, Auckland has the best of both worlds. Curving around the Hauraki Gulf, and stretched atop a volcanic field, the city enjoys easy access to some of the world's most magnificent hiking and beaches. Auckland City is its own discovery (and you can read our Auckland edition here). But if you're embarking on the long flight to the land of Kiwis, you can't miss these incredible excursions out into New Zealand's wild. One of the most popular retreats for kiwis and tourists alike, Waiheke Island is just a 30-minute ferry ride away. Once you arrive the possibilities are endless. Hike along the island's many trails, meandering past clifftops and forests to discover WWII-era caves and secluded beaches. Visit one of the white sand beaches and go kayaking, snorkeling, or just find a place to lay your towel for a few hours. Finally, Waiheke is famous for its stunning vineyards, and an afternoon of wine tasting is definitely in order. Waitakere Ranges photo by: @anna.brunskill / Waitakere Ranges This regional park stretches up the North Island coastline, encompassing long swatches of beach, native forest, and rocky outcrops. You could lose yourself in this natural preserve, trekking through numerous hikes to explore all its natural wonders. Our favorite trail is the Fairy Falls Track, which ends in one of the most popular waterfalls in Auckland. Note: As of this writing, parts of Waitakere Ranges have been closed to protect against kauri dieback disease. Please check the park's official website to stay up to date on park closures. "There are literally thousands of hikes, so you can take your pick! Overnight hikes, beach hikes, short walks, day hikes, waterfalls to swim in, native bush, wild oceans, the list goes on." [email protected] Goat Island New Zealand's first marine reserve makes for one spectacular getaway. Known officially as Cape Rodney/Okakari Point Marine Reserve, Goat Island is a lush ecological area where you can experience some of the finest marine life New Zealand has to offer. Strap on a snorkeling mask and hop in the water to get the full experience. "[Goat Island] is one of my favorite spots due to the fact that it has a thriving ecosystem full of fish and tons of stingrays. You can easily hire fins, goggles, and snorkels to go for a dive and even catch a few waves bodysurfing." -@whileyouwerewaiting Piha Beach and Muriwai Beach photos by: @travelgrammer.ph @lizzymorse These fantastic black sand beaches are just a few miles away from each other on the North Island's coast, and both are easily accessible from Auckland. Get your surf on at Piha beach, where the sand is wide enough that it never feels crowded. Climb up Lion Rock to discover ancient Māori carvings. Then, slip over to the rocky coast of Muriwai Beach where a massive gannet colony makes its home on the top of cliff outcrops. Check out the many water activities, like kitesurfing, or just opt for a round of golf at the nearby course. Formed by the youngest volcano in New Zealand, Rangitoto is perfect for adventurers. The trek to the summit is practically mandatory for kiwis, and the rocky shores are a popular destination for boats our for a sail around the gulf. Swimming, kayaking, and snorkeling are all on the table for an afternoon of fun in the sun. Coastal Track - Long Bay Beach photo by: @_araujobernardo "A must-do in Auckland is the Coastal Track at Long Bay Beach on the North Shore. This is a walking/cycling track that goes along the coast, jumping from beach to beach until Karepiro Bay." - @_araujobernardo. Along the way, experience stunning views of the water fringed by vegetation. Enjoy a natural breeze as you walk or bike 6km, stopping at your favorite beachside restaurant or to take a dip into the sea. photo by:@chantellielye Te Whanganui-A-Hei, aka Cathedral Cove, sits on the tip of the Coromandel Peninsula, and is an unmissable item for your Auckland to do list. The cove is only accessible on foot or by boat, and this secluded trek is one of the most photogenic in the area. Explore the cave by kayak for a true adventure, then paddle up the coast and see what other discoveries you can find. Discoveries New Zealand 5 Off-Season Destinations to Avoid the Crowds 10 Museums for People Who Hate Museums 15 Best Lake Towns to Visit This Summer It's Official - These Are the Happiest Countries in the World for 2019

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Romania's North-east is further one of the poorest zones in the European Union and seven Romanian regions are below the 75 percent threshold of the European average as regards the purchasing power, but Bucharest is placed at more than 90 percent, the Capital's inhabitants being approximately twice richer than the rest of the country, Ziarul financiar reads. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita expressed by the purchasing power standard, or PPS, places Romania's North-east on the next to the last place in the EU, with 27 percent of the Community average, the sole poorer region being Severozapaden in Bulgaria, with 26 percent of the average, according to Eurostat data. Per total, Romania reported in 2007 a GDP per capita of 5,800 euros and PPS indicator stood at 10,400, accounting for 41 percent of the EU average.

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Primary research is new research, carried out to answer specific issues or questions. It can be research you carry out yourself. How to identify a contemporary primary source? Appendices, References, or Works cited sections may include questionnaires or survey instruments. What are Historical Primary Sources? How to identify an historical primary source?

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Member of House of Delegates, January 18, 1967 to January 10, 2007. House Parliamentarian, 1995-2007. Member, Judiciary Committee, 1979-2007 (family & juvenile law subcommittee, 1995-2003; criminal justice subcommittee, 2003-07); Rules and Executive Nominations Committee, 1979-93, 1995-2007; Joint Oversight Committee on Corrections, 1980-83. Chair, Special Committee on Drug and Alcohol Abuse, 1987-2006. Member, Joint Committee on Legislative Ethics, 1993-98; Legislative Policy Committee, 1995-2005; Speaker's Advisory Committee on Legislative Redistricting, 2001-02; Joint Committee on the Selection of the State Treasurer, 2003; Abatement of Drug-Related Nuisances Work Group, 2004. Chair, Prince George's County Delegation, 1993-94. Member, Bi-County Committee, Prince George's County Delegation (chair, 1995-96); Transportation Committee, Montgomery County Delegation; Federal Issues Subcommittee, Anne Arundel County Delegation, 2005. President, Maryland Order of Women Legislators, 1975-79 (member, 1972-79). Member, Women Legislators of Maryland, 1979-2007. President, National Order of Women Legislators, 1979-80. Founder, Women's Network, National Conference of State Legislatures (president, 1977-79). Member, Maryland Green Caucus, 1996-2007; Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Caucus, 2003-07. Member, National Conference of State Legislatures (law & criminal justice committee); Prince George's County Chapter, National Women's Political Caucus. Member, Maryland State Arts Council, 1968-95. Delegate, White House Conference on Children, 1971. Member, Governor's Commission on the Young Offender, 1971; Dimensions in Music Steering Committee for Prince George's County, 1972-73; Library Services and Construction Act Advisory Council, 1972-73; Artists-in-the-Schools Advisory Board, 1972-73; Maryland State Advisory Council on Alcoholism, 1972-73; Flood Task Force of Prince George's County Council, 1972-73; Task Force on Public Relations, Division of Correction, 1972-73; Advisory Committee on Child Abuse, State Department of Social Services, 1973-74; Advisory Committee for Gifted and Talented, State Department of Education, 1973-74; Commission on Aging, 1975-95; Task Force on the Arts, 1978-79; Gender Equity Task Force, 1978-79. Chair, Women's Network, Task Force on the Arts, 1978-79. Member, Advisory Council to the Legal Services Corporation, 1980-87; Domestic Violence Task Force, Prince George's County, 1983-87. Member, State Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, 1990-92; Correctional Options Advisory Board, 1993-96; Task Force to Study Increasing the Availability of Substance Abuse Programs, 1998-2001 (effectiveness committee); Maryland State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision, 2003-07; Maryland State Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council, 2004-07. Born in New York City, July 16, 1924. Attended New York public schools; Grover Cleveland High School; Hunter College, B.A. (business economics & geography), 1945. Economist, Office of the Quarter Master General, Washington, DC, 1945. Geographer, U.S. Army Map Service, 1949-50. Board of Directors, National Council of Christians and Jews of Prince George's County, 1971-74; Prisoners Aid Association of Maryland, 1971-79. Advisory Council, Family Services of Prince George's County, 1975-83. Board of Directors, Jewish Social Service Agency, 1975-87. Member, Women's National Democratic Club; National Council of Jewish Women; National Council on Crime and Delinquency; League of Women Voters; B'nai B'rith Women of Prince George's County; College Park Business and Professional Women; Women's Club of College Park; Women's Democratic Club of Prince George's County; West College Park Civic Association; College Park Board of Trade. Ann London Scott Award for Legislative Excellence, Maryland Chapter, National Organization for Women (NOW), 1976. Woman of the Year, College Park Business and Professional Women, 1978. Hall of Fame, Hunter College, 1986. Women's Hall of Fame, Prince George's County, 1989. Appreciation Award, Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence, 1990, 1994. Favorite Legislator, Maryland Classified Employees Association, 1993. Appreciation Award, Maryland Underage Drinking Prevention Coalition, 1994. Maryland's Top 100 Women, Daily Record, 2001, 2003. Casper R. Taylor, Jr., Founder's Award, House of Delegates, 2004. Award of Special Recognition, Maryland Legal Services Corporation, 2006. Humane State Legislator Award, Humane Society of the United States, 2006. Presidents Award, Maryland Society of Accountants, 2006. Maryland Women's Hall of Fame, 2008. Widow; three daughters, three grandchildren. Died May 16, 2009.

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With a name like WildCard, this dance group can be expected to do things differently. What started out in 2010 as a couple of friends who wanted to form their own dance project has since turned into a wide network: Bay Area dancers collaborating and sharing the stage across companies. Most dance companies revolve around a single choreographer to control the artistic direction of a set or a single concept to build upon, but WildCard is comprised of a rotating set of performers from different companies and backgrounds, each with varying degrees of separation but with a shared love for dance. "For our very first performance last year, we invited a lot of dancers that we respected and liked working with, all from different companies," said WildCard member Maricar Aguilar. "With each performance after that, we opened it up to more dancers," she explained. "So if you've performed with us before, you're automatically invited [to the next performance]. Once you're part of WildCard, you're part of WildCard forever." It's a dual sense of community and autonomy that makes WildCard unique. Aguilar explained that WildCard invites anyone who dances with them to choreograph. Because of this open approach to creative direction, it's hard to fit the group under just one category of style. "We don't identify ourselves as the leaders of WildCard; we just organize it," she said. "So we don't necessarily think of a specific style for our routines -- I think that each set is comprised of a number of pieces. Depending on the choreographer, there are a lot of styles that people can draw upon." The group's name originally stemmed as an inside joke and an episode of the TV show It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, but as the group has grown, the meaning behind WildCard has also deepened. "The dancers we have invited are all ones that we really notice within the dance community, for their humility, obviously their talent, and just the entire package they bring -- sort of the 'wildcard' of their dance groups," Aguilar said. One essential element to WildCard? "We like to add an element of humor in our sets," said Aguilar. "We try not to take ourselves too seriously." Check out WildCard performing at Mr. Hyphen tonight.

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Would you like to include any wording to the front of the keyring? Our engraved Artwork Keyring is a wonderful gift from your little Picasso! We would just need a copy of the doodle, which you can upload at the time of purchase. You also have the option of including some wording to the front – e.g. by Jack, Age 4 and/or a message and second doodle to the back of the keyring. Popular drawings include self portraits, animal drawings, pictures of family members and our house pictures. Your Oval keying measures 3.5cmx2.5cm and comes with a strong splitting to attach to your keys. We can also offer Circle, Square and Dogtag shaped keyring. If you have an image you would like to use but want to run it past us first – just email us via [email protected] and we can happily advise you.

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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is asking the public to participate in surveying wild turkeys and ruffed grouse by reporting sightings of these two species. Every year, the ODNR Division of Wildlife conducts a turkey and grouse brood survey to estimate population growth. The brood survey relies on the public to report observations of all wild turkeys and ruffed grouse seen during May, June, July and August. Wildlife watchers and hunters can report observations at the Turkey Brood Survey page at wildohio.gov. Information submitted to the brood survey helps to predict future population changes and helps guide the state's hunting regulations. More than 7,900 turkeys were reported during the 2015 survey, with an average of 1.82 young turkeys (poults) per adult hen turkey. This average was lower than the long-term average of 2.5 poults per adult hen. State and county information is available from past wild turkey or ruffed grouse observations online under the Forest Species Overview page at wildohio.gov. Biologists began tracking summer observations of wild turkeys in 1962. Ruffed grouse were added to the survey in 1999.

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A Doug Hopkins Biopic Is in the Works The Five Best Songs by Phoenix Artists in December 2020 C.G. Roxanne & the Nightmares Keep Getting Into Zany Rock 'N' Roll Situations Kayla Clancy Kayla Clancy | November 18, 2016 | 4:06am C.G. Roxanne & the Nightmares' first tour outside of California is bringing them to Phoenix. This band of longtime friends got together about two years ago on accident one night in Hollywood on Normandie Boulevard. Marlon Rabenreither, Carlos Laszlo, and Sam Thornton were asked to play as a band in a performance art piece, so they wrote some songs. Turns out they were pretty good. "We thought it was going to be a one-off show. It was really fun. This kid had a gallery space and he built a stage with all these crazy lights and had us play," Rabenreither says. "We just put what we've always wanted to do together, and that's how C.G. Roxanne & the Nightmares started," Laszlo says. New House Shows in Phoenix Arts District: Do House Shows Matter? Andy Warpigs On What It Takes To Make DIY Scenes Thrive Trunk Space: More Memories From the DIY Venue's First 10 Years A year of not playing together passed, and they were invited to play the birthday party of their late manager Wild Bruce. "Wild Bruce, may he rest in peace, called us and said, 'Hey, are you guys still playing that crazy stuff? Come play it at my birthday party,'" Laszlo says. The band didn't have the heart to tell him it was just a one-off thing, so they put it back together for the party. This event reunited the trio as a band, and they had so much fun they decided not to stop. At the birthday show, Travis Pavur of Golden Beat Studio invited them to come record, and it all just fell into place. Since 2015 the band has released two EPs, with the third upcoming as another tape release on Lolipop Records. A 7" vinyl with two new songs was just released, and their first full-length record, cheekily coined Greatest Hits, arrives soon too. The album will be a compilation of new and old material freshly recorded. "When we went in to do these EPs we would knock them out in one night, which was super badass, but sometimes you want to take your time with something. So that's what we did with Greatest Hits," Laszlo says. Their first two EPs were released back-to-back. "We were writing a lot at the time. We would sit down and write an entire batch of songs, and then bug the hell out of Travis, who is an awesome producer," Laszlo says. The band even went to their producer's spot on Christmas Day to record. "We had no intention of making a fucking record either, so it's interesting how it kinda clicked," Rabenreither says. All three members have varying musical influences, but draw a lot from rock and punk. Bands like Killed by Death and The Stranglers are inspirations. In terms of first influences, "Usually someone gives you a record when you're a kid, and you don't really know what's good for ya, and then you give it a chance and it blows your mind. At least that's what happened to me," Rabenreither says. "I remember having a pretty profound experience with [The Clash's] London Calling, and [The Beatles'] Abbey Road. I got Abbey Road for Christmas once when I was a kid," Laszlo says. As far as C.G. Roxanne goes, "We're a rock n roll band in the simplest sense. That's what we try to do in a live show. It's just the three of us. What makes us unique is that we are just old, old friends. I think that kind of comes through. It's rarer and rarer these days," Rabenreither says. C.G. Roxanne & the Nightmares have certainly had some unique gig moments. Another to add to the list is a show they played at a place called the Rib Joint right on the Pacific Coast Highway. Also on the bill were fellow California band, The Pesos. Laszlo says the family-owned restaurant had no idea what they were getting into with the show. "The whole place almost fell apart. People were fighting, and we just played right in the middle of the chaos. It was great," Laszlo says. The band has also played quite a few DIY venues around LA. These venues are pretty important to the scene. "These spaces are the most positive type of venue to see music at. It's important for people who aren't in the circumstance to play at venues like the Echo, and for kids who have nothing to do to have somewhere to go to see music at night and get turned on to it," Laszlo says. C.G. Roxanne & the Nightmares have been getting into strange rock 'n' roll situations since their inception. "The world is a cruel, dark place. Why do anything else except for the thing that makes you happy?" Laszlo says. Kayla Clancy is a musician, writer, and film photographer. In between travels, she lives in a cottage in downtown Phoenix and listens to psychedelic rock. Twitter: @meethesun Phoenix Musician Ethan Newman Has Died With the Save Our Stages Act Passed, Here's What's Next For... Remembering Daniel 'DanYo' Hoyer, Phoenix Hip-Hop Artist and... Your Guide to Jimmy Eat World's 'Phoenix Sessions' Streaming...

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Israel's Mask Slips Off David Palumbo-Liu With its passage of the "Jewish Nation-State Law," Israel is no longer hiding the fact that it is not a democracy. Israeli Defense Forces soldiers patrol a park in Jerusalem in 2014. Spencer Platt / Getty Images On July 19, Israel's Knesset passed the "Jewish Nation-State Law." It is a simple and blunt instrument that has one purpose: to declare Israel a Jewish state and relegate all non-Jews to second-class citizenship. There are two ways to look at this event. In one respect, it simply enshrines long-standing Israeli practices in law. Yet it also signals the abandonment of any pretense that Israel is, as it has long claimed, a democracy. The Nation-State Law defines Israel as the national homeland of the Jewish people and asserts that "the realization of the right to national self-determination in Israel is unique to the Jewish people." Similarly, it promises that "Israel will ensure the safety of the Jewish people" but mentions the protection of no other group. Adalah attorney Fady Khoury puts it plainly: "In Israel, the new law explicitly defines the Jewish people as the only group with the only right to self-determination, while negating the rights of the indigenous people. This creates a system of hierarchy and supremacy." This completely changes the terrain upon which the Israel-Palestine issue can be debated around the world. Pro-Israel politicians in the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Canada, and elsewhere have tried (and in many cases succeeded in) passing legislation that equates criticism of Israeli state policies with antisemitism. They have attempted to muzzle debate and protest by slinging mud and mounting charges of bigotry: anybody who criticizes Israel must hate Jews. This is like saying that the Civil Rights Movement in the United States or the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa were based on anti-white animus. It was not racism against whites that drove people to dismantle discriminatory laws — it was a hatred of discrimination and bigotry that those laws reflected that motivated people to change the situation. Nevertheless, for years, those who point out the decidedly undemocratic nature of Israeli policies in public debates have been tarred with antisemitism. With the passage of this law, the practices and principles that have guided Israeli state policies for decades are before the world's eyes. So now the facts can finally have a real hearing, uncoupled from dishonest charges of antisemitism. If pro-Israel US politicians have their way, such charges might well break federal law. A proposed "Anti-Semitism Awareness Act" is set for a vote in Congress. It is blatantly unconstitutional. The ACLU's statement sums up the issue thus: The proposed bill risks chilling constitutionally protected speech by incorrectly equating criticism of Israel with anti-Semitism. And there is no need for a new bill to protect students from anti-Semitic harassment, because that is already prohibited under Title VI. We worry that the law will lead colleges to suppress speech, especially if the Department of Education launches investigations simply because students have engaged in speech critical of Israel. Indeed, all "anti-Semitism awareness" bills in Congress and in state legislatures should be entirely rewritten to acknowledge the new law. Rewritten, or better yet, scrapped completely, given that their principal purpose is to prevent criticism of Israel. Our entire understanding of Israel has now changed. With the new law essentially codifying apartheid, it is impossible to say that those criticizing Israel are antisemitic, since the evidence of systemic racism is not dispersed or informal anymore. For example, it is now impossible to say that the International Criminal Court's definition of apartheid does not apply to Israel. According to the ICC, apartheid is "an institutionalized regime of systematic oppression and domination by one racial group over any other racial group or groups and committed with the intention of maintaining that regime." The new law establishes precisely such a regime. In "The Decline of the Nation-State and the End of the Rights of Man," Hannah Arendt argued that the "end of the rights of man" was largely attributable to the "state" giving way to the "nation": "the transformation of the state from an instrument of the law into an instrument of the nation had been completed; the nation had conquered the state, national interest had priority over the law long before Hitler could pronounce 'right is what is good for the German people.'" What she means is that the state, as a neutral and fair instrument of law, became subordinated to the ethno-nation organized around maintaining the supremacy of one group of people over all others. The new law does just this, pronouncing Israel as a Jewish supremacist state and announcing its mission to further violate international law by destroying more Palestinian and Bedouin villages and building more illegal settlements. Let us be clear: no matter what Israel does with this new law — strengthen it, modify it, or even rescind it under international pressure — so long as it maintains its de facto policies of discrimination and destruction, nothing about the Israeli occupation of Palestine will have changed. What has changed is the final stripping away of any illusion of democracy in the state of Israel. David Palumbo-Liu is the Louise Hewlett Nixon Professor at Stanford University. On July 19, Israel's Knesset passed the "Jewish Nation-State Law." It is a simple and blunt instrument that has one purpose: to declare Israel a Jewish state and relegate all non-Jews to second-class citizenship. There are two ways to look at this event. In one respect, it simply enshrines long-standing Israeli practices in law. Yet […] Israel Has No Right of Self-Defense Against Gaza Jamie Stern-Weiner Israel's New-Old Discrimination Belén Fernández Labour's Antisemitism Affair

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The two $900 million contracts are for the development of the Long Range Stand Off nuclear cruise missile. Aug. 24 (UPI) -- Lockheed Martin and Raytheon have each received $900 million contracts for the development of the Long Range Stand Off nuclear cruise missile, the Department of Defense announced on Wednesday. The contracts run until 2022, when one of the two companies will be selected to finish development of the missile. The work will primarily be conducted in Orlando, Fla., and Tucson, Ariz. "This weapon will modernize the air-based leg of the nuclear triad," Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson said in a statement. "Deterrence works if our adversaries know that we can hold at risk things they value. This weapon will enhance our ability to do so, and we must modernize it cost-effectively." The Long Range Stand-Off program is an Air Force initiative to replace the AGM-86 Air Launched Cruise Missile deployed on the B-52H Stratofortress strategic bomber. The ALCM is the current nuclear-capable cruise missile in the U.S. inventory after the retirement of the TLAM-N Tomahawk. It's AGM-86B model can mount a W80 thermonuclear warhead with a yield of up to 200 kilotons. It dates back to the early 1980s and has long exceeded its planned 10-year service life. The LRSO would be mounted on the B-52H, B-2 Spirit stealth bomber and the future B-21 Raider bomber currently under development. It is expected to start being deployed in the late 2020s. The weapon has faced controversy and some opposition in Congress over its anticipated cost and questions over whether a nuclear capable cruise missile is needed.

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Bengaluru Bytes Namma Bengaluru News and Updates Kannada film Rudri wins two awards at Vindhya International Film festival Pruthvi Ambaar stars in the Hindi remake of Kannada film Dia Vijay Raghavendra consolidates Shashikanth Gatti's next film, Ringa Ringa Roses Guru Deshpande initiates anthology alongside four different movie producers Vijay Devarakonda's 'Liger' to release in Kannada as well Organic Costa Rica Coffee Medium Roasted Caturra & Catuai Varietals Launched Cloud PR Wire December 30, 2022 2 min read The coffee products e-retailer has expanded its range of premium roasts with the launch of a medium-roasted SHB/EP, certified coffee from Costa Rica that produces a unique tasting profile of sweet apple, raisin, and honey. This roast derives from the Caturra – a natural hybrid of Bourbon – and Catuai varietals, creating a rich, specialty coffee available in coarse and fine grinds. More information can be found at https://bossbrewcoffee.shop/products/costa-rica Boss Brew Coffee now offers this Strictly Hard Bean organic roast, cultivated at micro-farms in Alajuela in the north-central part of the country, for free delivery across the United States. Grown at 1300-1445 meters – per its certification – this volcanic loam soil coffee is eco-pulped and dried in the sun. Its EP (European Preparation) designation means that the raw beans are all hand-sorted to remove any defective beans and foreign material. One customer commented: "I think this is my new favorite. Love it all the ways I drink coffee – hot or over ice." Costa Rica was introduced to coffee – like the rest of the continent – in the late 18th century, by way of the Spanish who brought it over from the Middle East and Africa. Once they had freed themselves from the colonial yoke of Portugal and Spain, Costa Rica began harvesting the product for export – an initiative so successful that its share in the economy and revenue it generated would overtake tobacco and cacao. Today, coffee production is a mainstay of the economy, making up 11% of Costa Rica's export revenues. Recognized globally as a premier source of coffee beans and winner of numerous international contests, Costa Rica is the only country in the world where only the Arabica species is allowed to grow, by law. The organic ingredients and natural flavors of this premium, high-grade selection from Costa Rica make for an especially clean and satisfying coffee-drinking experience. Boss Brew Coffee prepares its roasts and curates packages for shipment individually, ensuring that customers get the most flavorful and aromatic blend possible. Delivery within the United States is guaranteed within four business days of any order. Boss Brew Coffee makes forty-three varieties of roasts, including single-origin and flavored varieties. Highlights include Mocha ("absolutely delicious"), Pumpkin Spice, and African Espresso. The company also features state-of-the-art, specialty coffee equipment, mugs, and various accessories. Another customer remarked: "The Costa Rica blend was balanced and flavorful. Free shipping is a plus." Interested parties can learn more at https://bossbrewcoffee.shop/products/costa-rica Boss Brew Coffee LLC 3104 Town Avenue Unit #301 Disclaimer: The views, suggestions, and opinions expressed here are the sole responsibility of the experts. No Bengaluru Bytes journalist was involved in the writing and production of this article. Previous Manifest For Health & Wealth Quick Process Audio Course Released Next Napa Valley Handcrafted Dolcetto Winery: Vineyard & Tasting Room Tours Updated

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The Fall of the Berlin Wall by William F. Buckley Posted on May 17, 2004 by Kevin Holtsberry Speaking of National Review (I seem to be on a NR kick of late), I am a big fan of William F. Buckley as I have noted here before. So I was excited to find that his latest work was a narrative history centered on a subject, the Cold War, of great interest to me. Having read Buckley's more auto-biographical works, his historical novels and of course his political analysis, I was interested to see how he would tackle "straight" history. I was not disappointed. The Fall of the Berlin Wall is a short and concise history of one of the most compelling symbols of the Cold War. In less than 200 pages William F. Buckley introduces the reader to the events, ideas, and personalities behind the 28-year history of the concrete and barbed wire division that separated Berlin; and in many ways symbolized the separation between East and West. In the process Buckley gives an intriguing glimpse into the heart of the conflict that so dominated the later half of the Twentieth Century. Buckley lightly and quickly orients the reader to his subject by touching on the history of Berlin – its development and organization – and its leaders. After bringing the reader up to speed, he then outlines how the city became the focus of international relations as the WW II transitioned into the Cold War. Buckley describes the issues and conflicts that pushed Berlin to the center of events and traces how leaders and politicians from both sides of the conflict responded to crises like the Berlin blockade, the Cuban Missile Crisis and Khrushchev's constant threat of negotiating a separate treaty with East Germany. The author obviously has strong opinions about many of the underlying issues, and was heavily involved in debating and discussing their political ramifications at the time, but he relates them now in a fair and non-polemical style. His point is not to demonize or caricature but to tell the story. After all, winners can be gracious. The story of the Berlin Wall involves a fascinating cast of characters: from Konrad Adenauer (known as Der Alt) the West German Chancellor, Willy Brandt the Mayor of West Berlin, various East German Communist leaders like Eric Honecker and Walter Ulbricht, and the bombastic Nikita Khrushchev to Western leaders like Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher, and Charles DeGaulle; not to mention the Pope, Lech Walesa, Vaclav Havel, and host of other major and minor personalities. The story isn't just about those at the top, however, it is also about the everyday people who had to live this history. Buckley relates the stories of those who endeavored to escape entrapment in the East, as the wall's security grew ever tighter. He outlines the heroic actions of those who dedicated their life to helping people escape. He reminds us of the tragic fate of those whose attempts fell short. On a more hopeful note, he describes the exciting events of 1989 when it became possible to think of freedom in real terms behind the Iron Curtain. When many doubted their desire or courage, the people of Eastern Europe took to the streets and demanded freedom even though such attempts in the past had been violently crushed (usually with Soviet tanks). From the rise of Solidarity in Poland, and Czecholslovakia's Velvet Revolution, to the more violent events in Romania, it is an amazing story. Buckley, who remembers the earlier attempts and their tragic ending, tells it gleefully. The Fall of the Berlin Wall is a good introduction to its subject but is obviously limited in the details it provides. Those wanting a fuller accounting of the geo-politics behind the Berlin conflict or the events of 1989 will need to seek out longer more scholarly works. As will those seeking to wrestle with the historical what ifs (like the decision not to physically challenge the wall's construction) or debate who "won" the Cold War. This work is neither controversial nor particularly profound. But not everyone is looking for exhaustive discussion or analytical judgments of every detail. Sometimes it is enjoyable just to see the big picture, to view the people and events from a bird's eye view. Buckley gives us just that, an engaging and accessible popular history. Buckley's accomplishment should invite repetition. In a culture too often disconnected from a knowledge or awareness of history, presenting important historical events and ideas in such a readable, educational and interesting format should be encouraged. This time period was in many ways the focus of my graduate education, but I enjoyed reading Buckley's take. I would venture that anyone with an interest in the history of these pivotal events, or who simply wants to learn more about them, would enjoy this brief work. It would make a great gift to students and history buffs alike. For those who find history a daunting subject it is an excellent example of how history can be interesting. I highly recommend it. Published in a magazine! Thought for the day: Generalists versus Specialists

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Napoleon: The Greatest Movie Stanley Kubrick Never Made in Film | August 1st, 2012 3 Comments Think about all the big cinematic ideas Stanley Kubrick realized — Dr. Strangelove, 2001, A Clockwork Orange — and then imagine the ones he didn't. You can do better than imagining, actually, since, the director left behind enough evidence of aborted works for Wikipedia to put together an entire page called "Stanley Kubrick's unrealized projects." He wanted to adapt Calder Willingham's Natural Child and Stefan Zweig's The Burning Secret, but the material proved too controversial for the content restraints of the Hays Code. He wanted to make a Holocaust film with Isaac Bashevis Singer, who declined; he wanted to make another Holocaust film with Julia Roberts, but Steven Spielberg put out Schindler's List first. (He ultimately deemed the Holocaust cinematically unapproachable, as he did The Lord of the Rings when the Beatles presented him that idea.) He wanted to adapt Umberto Eco's Foucault's Pendulum, "toyed" with Patrick Süskind's Perfume, considered reinventing pornography... the list goes on. Napoleon casts a shadow over all of these fragments. Though Kubrick never made his life of Napoleon Bonaparte, he never seemed to forget the idea, either; he claimed to have read over 500 books about the man in years of preparation for a shoot that never came. David Hemmings was to play his Napoleon, Audrey Hepburn his Josephine. The project's ever more intimidating budget — vast, location-filmed battle scenes presumably having something to do with that — and the release of Sergei Bondarchuk's War and Peace and Waterloo sank the project, but you can still read its screenplay online. Taschen, publisher of lavish, visually intense tomes, produced the video above on the process behind Stanley Kubrick's Napoleon: The Greatest Movie Never Made, their book — or rather, their enormous hollow book filled with smaller books — that distills the nonexistent film's remains. Don't have enough room on your shelf? Then take a look at Vice magazine's "Stanley Kubrick's Napoleon: A Lot of Work, Very Little Actual Movie" instead. Stanley Kubrick's Very First Films: Three Short Documentaries The Making of Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange James Cameron Revisits the Making of Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey Terry Gilliam: The Difference Between Kubrick (Great Filmmaker) and Spielberg (Less So) Colin Marshall hosts and produces Notebook on Cities and Culture. Follow him on Twitter at @colinmarshall. whatithink says: What is not mentioned about Kubrick's Napoleon is that Jack Nicholson had agreed to play the title role. Oh what we missed, thanks to MGM's lack of foresight. Jimmy Quoi says: That's crazy. He'd have nailed it.

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Staging a home to sell is the process of redecorating or cost-effectively renovating aspects of your home to present it in the best light. Much like cleaning up a home's curb appeal to appeal to buyers, staging can position your house to sell faster and for a higher price than it might otherwise. It's important to remember with staging that you're not decorating the home to appeal to you, the seller, but to the prospective buyer. When working with a stager, you have to learn to set aside your own aesthetic preferences and ask yourself how a buyer might see the home. Imagining who those buyers might be can help your stager make decisions about which direction to take the interior design. So who are the buyers? Can you know? It depends on local market conditions and trends. A common scenario is when Baby Boomers looking to downsize or move into a condo living situation finally decide to put their family home on the market. Often these homes are in need of updating, and frequently the buyers for these homes are younger generations (i.e. Millennials) looking to upgrade from their first house or buy for the first time. Make no mistake, there will be a lot of inventory on the real estate market from Baby Boomers over the next 15 years. If you want yours to stand out, try and look at your home with an objective eye and see if it looks outdated compared to newer construction on the market. Don't stage for yourself... stage for the generation buying your home.

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The online brand of China-based Transsion Holdings, Infinix Mobile, today unveiled its Infinix Note 5 Stylus smartphone in India. As the name suggests, Infinix Note 5 Stylus is a successor to the previously launched Note 5. The device brings in a revamped unibody metal design along with incremental hardware improvements and a Samsung Galaxy Note9-like stylus, dubbed as X-Pen. As for the specs, the Note 5 Stylus sports a 5.93-inch IPS display with a Full HD+ resolution of 2240 x 1080 pixels and maximum brightness of 500 nits. The display also touts the support for 85 per cent NTSC colour gamut coverage and a pixel density of 407ppi. The included X-Pen offers 4096 level pressure sensitivity and is capable of creating smart screenshots, writing notes, working with files, creating memos, and drawing a painting on the phone's screen, just like Samsung's Note-series. You can also switch between pen and eraser with just a click. Under the hood, the device gets powered by octa-core MediaTek Helio P23 SoC coupled with Mali-G71 MP2 GPU, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, same as its predecessor. The in-built microSD card slot allows for storage expansion of up to 256GB. In the optics department, the Infinix Note 5 Stylus bears a single 16-megapixel rear camera with large 1.25-micron pixel size and f/1.8 aperture. Whereas, the front houses a 16-megapixel shooter with f/2.0 aperture. The selfie shooter further incorporates a Softlight flash and 4-in-1 Big Pixel tech for better low light images. Both the cameras are equipped with nifty AI features like Auto Scene Detection, AI-Portrait, and Beauty modes. On the software front, it runs Android 8.1 Oreo under Google's Android One program resulting in timely updates. A large 4,000mAh battery with 18W fast charger backs all of this. Lastly, the connectivity options include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, FM radio, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and Micro-USB with OTG support. The Note 5 Stylus will be sold for Rs. 15,999, exclusively via Flipkart starting December 4 at midnight 12 AM. It will be available in two colour options – Black and Red. Jio users will receive Rs. 2200 instant cash back as vouchers and 50GB additional data.

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Massachusetts researchers study athletes with brain injuries On behalf of Barry D. Lang, M.D. & Associates | Aug 26, 2013 | Traumatic Brain Injuries A study conducted by a Boston University researcher and others has shed new light on the symptoms experienced by people suffering from traumatic brain injuries. The study subjects were 36 deceased former athletes who were diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, which is a degenerative brain disease that sometimes develops in individuals who have experienced numerous traumatic head injuries, such as athletes or soldiers. The primary purpose of the study was to identify symptoms that could be identified in people who have suffered traumatic brain injury that would indicate that they may also be at risk for developing CTE. Currently CTE can only be confirmed by examining the subjects brain after death. Researchers spoke with the families of deceased athletes who suffered traumatic brain injuries to get some insight into the behaviors they demonstrated as their CTE progressed. Researchers found that CTE symptoms seemed to present in two distinct ways. Some subjects experienced marked changes in behavior and mood, and other subjects presented primarily cognitive deficits. The study found that two-thirds of the study subjects presented the changes in behavior and mood which indicated an earlier onset of symptoms and death at a younger age than the group with purely cognitive symptoms. Although further research is needed, the findings of the study could be an important step forward in identifying which athletes need to take decisive action in order to prevent further brain trauma which could lead to CTE. Individuals who have experienced a debilitating brain injury resulting from the negligence of others often face many setbacks as they attempt to recover. Attorneys working in the area of personal injury may help clients learn more about their legal rights and help to create a strategy to pursue compensation for their losses. Source: Medpage Today, "Behavior Changes Show Up Early in Traumatic Brain Injury", Charles Bankhead, August 21, 2013 Anesthesia & Medication Errors (107) Birth Injuries (99) Failure To Diagnose (22) Failure To Diagnose & Misdiagnosis (156) Nursing Negligence (17) Orthopedic Malpractice (9) Pregnancy-Related Injuries (20) Surgical Errors (202) Traumatic Brain Injuries (60) Could someone sue over workers' compensation retaliation? How does conciliation work in workers' compensation disputes? Misdiagnosis and medical malpractice in Newton Center, MA What are the top construction site hazards? Shoulder dystocia, a rare birth injury

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Harley Tat is an American television producer, writer, journalist, and author. Writer and producer A Seattle native, Tat began his career in Los Angeles as a television news magazine segment producer, working on A Current Affair, Extra and Hard Copy where he was a director as well. During his time at A Current Affair, Tat produced a segment about Wanda Holloway, the Texas mother accused of murdering her daughter's cheerleading rival. Tat went on to appear as himself in the HBO television film about the event, The Positively True Adventures of the Alleged Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom. The film starred Holly Hunter and Beau Bridges and was directed by Michael Ritchie (Bad News Bears, Fletch, Down Hill Racer), and written by Jane Anderson (Mad Men, The Wonder Years), the film earned Hunter an Emmy for acting, Bridges an Emmy and a Golden Globe for acting, and Anderson an Emmy for writing. Tat moved from news magazines to unscripted relationship shows, serving as executive producer for over a thousand episodes of Blind Date and The 5th Wheel for NBCUniversal,. Tat is the creator and executive producer of the "You've Been Sacked" segments on Monday Night Football. He was the executive producer of more than 150 episodes of Whacked Out Sports, Whacked Out Videos, Knockout Sportsworld, and Sports Crash. In addition he was the executive producer for "My Viral Video" and "Dear Santa" and "Mobile Home Disaster" which he also directed. Tat served as executive producer of the independent film Jess + Moss, which was accepted at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Novelist Tat wrote The New Boy, a fictitious account of a troubled rugby player in Washington state, when it was released it ranked #1 in Rugby for both paperback and kindle editions. Media entrepreneur In recent years, Tat co-founded (along with Jim Kirk) a media exploration company called Magic Ranch Entertainment. The media endeavor utilizes its owner's experience in unscripted television, film, advertising and live events to package, produce and distribute brand-infused content. Magic Ranch Media Explorers, and its parent company Corporate Magic, have worked with global brands such as Coca-Cola, Mazda, and the Boy Scouts of America among many other companies. References American television producers Living people Year of birth missing (living people)

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The Best Residential Architects and Designers in San Antonio The Best Commercial Architects and Designers in San Antonio Best Custom Home Builders & Design-Build Firms in San Antonio The Best Interior Designers in San Antonio The Best Restaurant Architects in San Antonio, Texas A successful restaurant is built on a foundation of good food, of course, but also ambiance and comfort. Customers should be able to enjoy their meals and feel good about their visit to a restaurant—as they will if there are key design elements creating the right atmosphere. It is critical to choose a professional who will build your establishment with your brand personality in mind and provide the best possible dining experience for your customers. The list below includes the best restaurant architects in San Antonio, Texas. These firms were selected for their accreditations, certifications, and professional affiliations. Industry awards, client reviews, and press features were also taken into account, as well as the range of services the firms offer, their specializations, and the length of time they have been in the industry. Top Custom Restaurant Architects Lake | Flato 900 Isom Rd. Suite #110, San Antonio, TX 78216 About Lake | Flato Considered a pioneer in sustainable design and urban renewal, Lake|Flato has made a deep and unshakable mark on San Antonio since its establishment in 1984. Architect Magazine has placed the firm in the Top 10 of its annual Top 50 list, and Fast Company has called it one of the Top 10 most innovative architecture firms in the world. Dedicated to creating healthy spaces while saving energy and resources, Lake|Flato has played a large role in the ongoing urban revitalization in San Antonio and nearby Austin, where the firm has a second office. Over the years, it has collected over 300 awards. Most recently, it won two 2020 Design Awards from the Texas Society of Architects and two Top Ten Awards from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment. Currently, the firm is managed by co-founders and renowned architects, Ted Flato and David Lake. While Flato is known for straightforward regional designs that capitalize on each unique site and connect to the natural environment, Lake is known for being an urban development advocate. Lake|Flato designed the Il Sogno restaurant in San Antonio. The entire kitchen is visible to patrons from the main entry, creating an interactive dining experience. The first floor contains a waiting area, bar, kitchen, and main dining space with vaulted ceilings and rustic pipe trusses to give it the feel of "Old World Italy meets the New World." The main dining area features large glass doors that open into a shady courtyard. Clayton Korte 429 N. St. Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78205 About Clayton Korte Clayton Korte is famous for creating places that richly harmonize with the local context through beautiful craftsmanship, capable of connecting to the environment and creating memorable human experiences. After years of designing projects that highlight its status as a notable architecture and interior design firm, Clayton Korte has built up a portfolio of diverse projects that embody the firm's independent yet gracious spirit. Among its many projects, a notable one is the Culinary Institute of America's teaching restaurant, The Savor, in Antonio, Texas. The restaurant has a 50-foot canopy that brings the inviting patio, the gleaming industrial-style kitchen, and the dining room together to compensate for the restaurant's limited storefront and compact footprint. To reference the industrial surroundings, blackened steel frames can be seen alongside delicate brass connections and backlit textured glass that pulls the bright interior outward. So far, these beautiful projects have gained the firm features in publications like Texas Architect, Interior Design Magazine, and Architectural Digest. With the leadership and expertise of partners Paul Clayton AIA, Brian Korte FAIA, Sam Manning AIA, and Nathan Quiring AIA, it has also won various awards like the AIA National Small Projects Award, the Texas Society of Architects Award, and the AIA Austin Design Award, among others. The firm has offices in San Antonio and Austin, Texas, and has expanded its winery, ranch, and residential projects to California, Maryland, and Hawaii. Beaty Palmer Architects, Inc. 110 Broadway Suite #600, San Antonio, TX 78205 About Beaty Palmer Architects, Inc. Since it was founded in 1993, Beaty Palmer Architects has developed a stellar reputation and earned widespread praise for its civic, corporate, commercial, and residential projects. Apart from being featured in industry publications such as Texas Architect, the firm has also won several awards, which include AIA San Antonio's 2019 Community Impact Award and the San Antonio Conservation Society's 2018 Historic Preservation Award. Alongside its talented team, Beaty Palmer Architects has a founding principal and highly experienced architect, Michael Beaty. A Texas Tech University graduate, Beaty has designed some $600 million in construction projects and has won more than 20 awards for his work on civic, corporate, community, commercial, and residential projects. Beaty Palmer has left its mark by redesigning three popular restaurants along the San Antonio River. The firm reworked the Lone Star Cafe, Michelino's, and Cafe Ole & Agave Bar while the restaurants remained open. The firm completely transformed the three spaces, doubling the whole complex in size, refurbishing the facades, and constructing a new roof, dining rooms, and kitchens. Method Architecture 8911 Hardy Oak Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78258 About Method Architecture Founded in 2016, Method Architecture is a design firm specializing in tenant finish and ground-up projects. It embraces a collaborative design process to build innovative solutions that exceed client expectations. In the last six years, the firm has emerged as an industry leader, receiving multiple design awards from the AIA and Texas Society of Architects while staying current with emerging trends. Under the leadership of Rayburn 'Jake' Donaldson, the firm successfully handles a wide range of client needs through its extensive architecture, interior design, and planning solutions. The firm is staffed by highly competent and qualified experts with strong partnerships with experienced subcontractors to execute construction documentation, permitting, and LEED. The firm's expansive portfolio includes numerous industrial, retail, office, breweries, and public buildings. One example is Broken Barrel, a wine bar and restaurant in The Woodlands. The design mixes a variety of concrete, wood, and brick materials to create an industrial but inviting atmosphere. Large wraparound windows looking out to the patio and showcasing the waterfront emphasize the indoor-outdoor feel. Blue and yellow pops of color play off the natural elements to help warm the restaurant, creating a relaxing and fun environment. McKinney York Architects 999 E. Basse Rd. Suite #180 #419, San Antonio, TX 78209 About McKinney York Architects McKinney York Architects demonstrates how design can improve people's lives by creating spaces that inspire them. Recipient of both the AIA Austin and Texas Society of Architects Firm Awards, our goal is to connect people to each other and the world around them by creating architecture that engages, inspires, and belongs. The company is concept-driven, allowing it to create detailed concepts and designs that reflect its well-rounded capabilities and thorough attention to detail. The firm has received numerous accolades for its services and its resulting projects from the American Institute of Architects, the Texas Society of Architects, and other organizations which have recognized the firm over the years. These associations have also certified the firm and some of its principal members, whose accreditations include AIA, FAIA, and the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art. McKinney York is responsible for the design of Comedor, a modern Mexican restaurant in downtown Austin. A façade of dark brick interspersed with glass brick glows at night while screening interior spaces from direct view. The heart of Comedor is represented by the interior courtyard which contains Palo Verde and Acacia trees and a small fountain. The interior double-height, glass-wrapped dining space connects to the courtyard via four retractable guillotine window walls operated by hand cranks, allowing Comedor to fully open to the outdoors. RVK Architecture 2002 N. Saint Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78212 About RVK Architecture Through its 51 years of service and dedication to the community and industry, RVK Architecture has established itself as a pioneer that has more than what it takes to dish out great results. Throughout its long history, the firm has had multiple opportunities to showcase its prowess as a premier architect, which is evident in the company's diverse portfolio. Since its establishment, RVK Architecture has steadily expanded to offer full services across eleven market sectors. The firm and its team have received accreditations from WBE, various branches of the Chamber of Commerce, and the AIA, as well as LEED AP certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). RVK has also won several awards over the years, including Architect of the Year by the Associated General Contractors of San Antonio, the Distinguished Building Award, and Excellence in Construction, among others. RVK's design for this new restaurant in the Pearl Brewery district used selected features and materials from the surrounding historic buildings, such as thin metal window frames with thickened glass, D'Hanis masonry units, painted brick veneer, and metal roofing panels. The use of the exterior materials was extended into the interior to complement the new elements: distinctive wood beams, wood slat ceiling assembly, bold ceramic wall tile, deep-based paint colors, and a 92-foot-long custom bar that serves both the exterior and interior seating areas. Dado Group, LLC 500 Sixth St., San Antonio, TX 78215 About Dado Group, LLC Dado Group is a multifaceted firm for clients in need of a complete set of both architectural and construction services. Its philosophy is to apply traditional architectural principles to the communities it works in, while also assisting residents and users. It has a team of licensed specialists, including architects and designers, who apply to each project their passion for lasting designs. The company specializes in projects that intersect markets, such as residential and commercial. Because of its skill, the firm has received numerous honors, including The Chrysalis Award, and has been featured in publications like The Society Diaries and Expertise. The firm earned a Builders Industry award for rehabilitating this space for Signature, Inspired by Chef Andrew Weissman. The building kept many elements of the original King Ranch-inspired design of white walls and red tile roofs but incorporated modern elements in parts of the façade, punctuated by many leaded-glass windows and French doors. Texas-centric touches are also everywhere in the restaurant, from the wide, reclaimed plank floors to tables made from wood sourced from shuttered oilfield installations. As you walk into the restaurant, the space transitions from tall, hewed wood columns and massive beams to a lighter dining space with dark rafters and large, circular iron chandeliers. Stephen J. Kramer Architecture + Design, Inc. 4733 Shavano Oak Dr. Suite #103 San Antonio, TX 78249 About Stephen J. Kramer Architecture + Design, Inc. The architectural firm of Stephen J. Kramer Architecture + Design, Inc. underscores activeness and responsiveness. When clients request the firm's services, they can expect to have an open and consistent communication line, a collaborative response to client goals and issues, and thorough attention to form concepts. Although the firm is situated in San Antonio, its services cover several states beyond Texas. These include the states of Arizona, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Illinois, where Stephen Kramer is a registered and licensed architect. The firm offers a range of architectural services, from programming to project administration, and a variety of skills and solutions in between. As a competitive architecture firm, Stephen J. Kramer Architecture + Design, Inc. is committed to continuously improving itself and its capabilities. The same goes for its team of architects, whose backgrounds and work histories are impressive and include several accolades and certifications. They have received multiple Design Awards, AIA accreditations, and memberships to associations such as the Texas Society of Architects and TAB for the principal, Stephen J. Kramer. Stephen guided his team in designing this Panera Bakery with painted stucco parapet walls and a ceramic tile wainscot on the exterior. The patio is covered with a standing seam metal roof on a painted steel frame. A full-service commercial kitchen and bakery can be found inside, along with the dining area. Both table and booth seating are finished with wood surfaces and plastic laminates in warm, inviting colors. Robey Architecture, Inc. 314 E. Commerce St. Suite #850, San Antonio, TX 78205 About Robey Architecture, Inc. In comparison to other major league architects, Robey Architecture is distinguished by its relatively smaller size. Robey Architecture is nonetheless able to compete with the other firms in terms of quality and all-around approach. Its small size allows the firm to comprehensively and attentively handle each project, one at a time. The firm's team believes that if a company's entire workforce concentrates on a single project, the best possible version of that place will materialize as a guaranteed result. The company's ideals respect the traditions and cultures of the communities it serves, which add to each project's value. The firm demonstrates its skill in adaptive reuse with the Diva Fish Bar and Grill. Renovated from a small house, the design incorporates simple modern and industrial materials combined with more rustic elements. The simplicity of the floorplan and the elegance of the materials together create an intimate and comfortable restaurant space. MSA Architecture + Interiors 16719 Huebner Rd. Bldg. 3 Suite #301, San Antonio, TX 78248 About MSA Architecture + Interiors MSA Architecture + Interiors is an esteemed, customer-focused company that is driven by its passion for providing complete solutions to its clients. It also has a drive for developing long-term client-company connections. The company believes that forging a personal connection with clients is a critical factor in working on their projects. Hence, the firm consistently exceeds client expectations with each project. The firm's awards include the People's Choice Award and President's Award. Wing Daddy's is an outstanding representative of MSA's diverse portfolio of projects. The firm completed two branches, both interior finish-outs of existing shell buildings. The restaurants are equipped with outdoor patios, and their interiors are decorated with neon signage. The open dining space is adjacent to the bar, which is backdropped by a stone-accented wall. Chesney Morales Partners, Inc. 4901 Broadway Suite #250, San Antonio, TX 78209 About Chesney Morales Partners, Inc. Chesney Morales Partners, Inc. offers not only the full architectural array of specialties and services but also a broad set of interior design expertise for interested clients. The firm's scope of operations encompasses the entire United States, but the firm is mainly based in San Antonio, Texas. The firm is driven by its professionalism and desire to deliver competency in project management, unique and imaginative designs, convenient time frames, and competitive pricing. At the forefront of the firm is Thom Tobey, principal architect and owner. What makes Thom especially dedicated is his firsthand experience with urban issues within San Antonio. This personal experience fuels his passion for enhancing the quality of spaces within the area to provide transformative experiences that elevate users' lives. Thom has been invited as a speaker by associations such as AIA and APA and has been honored with several awards, including an Outstanding Alumni award from the University of Houston, where he earned his degree. GoldenWok is one of the firm's most prominent projects. The restaurant houses a full-service commercial kitchen and dining rooms. The building design, kitchen layout, and interior finishes were all selected in coordination with the owner's Asian-inspired branding focus. Acuform Architecture 17203 Jones Maltsberger Rd. Suite #102, San Antonio, TX 78247 About Acuform Architecture Acuform Architecture's approach focuses on the overall client experience. Offering specific services to suit each client allows a personalized process with a tailored methodology. The firm takes care to involve the client throughout the construction process. This ensures proper coordination between the firm and client to produce an accurate finished product. Acuform redesigned this 3,500-sq.-ft., second-generation restaurant space with a commercial kitchen, cold food prep area, storage, a small manager's office station, a Greek-themed dining room, and a separate party room. The team's design incorporated image elements to solidify the theme of the restaurant and offered a more efficient kitchen layout, affording the owner an increased seating capacity and the addition of a private party room. Luna Architecture 16403 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78248 About Luna Architecture Luna Architecture is an architecture firm headed by Robert Luna, who spearheads the practice in designing commercial and residential projects. With a team of creative architects and designers, Luna Architecture has become an industry leader characterized by its highly collaborative, team-spirited culture. Luna prides itself on its extensive, nationwide portfolio consisting of extremely complex and logistically challenging projects for some of the most high-profile clients in the industry. By keeping up to date with the most current building technologies and innovations, the firm continues to cultivate solid trust with clients and prestigious organizations such as the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. J. Prime Steakhouse is a testament to Luna Architecture's prowess in design. The bar area and massive wine shelving serve as core elements of the dining space. Large, arched windows are installed with custom, stained plantation shutters for easy control over light and heat. Varying levels of cove lighting create a soft and intimate mood within the restaurant and add ambiance, emphasized by the high ceiling. candid – works, pllc 215 Groveton St. #1, San Antonio, TX 78210 About candid – works, pllc candid – works is managed by founder Candid Rogers, an architect with an eye for the harmony between architecture and nature. While raised on a ranch outside of San Antonio, Candid developed an intimate and complex relationship with the land and the natural world, which has served as a guiding light throughout his impressive architectural career. In his extensive world travels, he has learned about different cultures' design traditions, innovations, and techniques—lessons he has brought to his work in San Antonio. Candid graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in architecture, and he also works as a lecturer at the University of Texas at San Antonio. His work has won many local, state, and national awards and has been featured in numerous books and journals. candid – works received a San Antonio Conservation Award for its design of Bliss Restaurant. In the vibrant neighborhood of Southtown, a few blocks south of the city center, the firm created an elegant and welcoming restaurant out of an old service station building that was originally built in 1929. The complex's historic renovation resulted in a new, up-to-the-minute kitchen with a chef's table that seats 10, as well as a sleek and cool main dining room featuring exposed brick walls and rafters and concrete floors. This new American restaurant with internationally inspired flavors was named one of the 100 best restaurants by OpenTable and consistently ranks in the best of San Antonio. Architectura SA, Inc. 17038 Redland Rd. Suite #101, San Antonio, TX 78247 About Architectura SA, Inc. Architectura SA has worked with numerous clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The team covers all aspects of design and construction, from the early stages of conceptualization to the completion and occupation of the building. The company's work is founded on the team's collaborative process with the client. As a team, the firm emphasizes the use of cost-effective construction services that make efficient use of energy. This is to preserve the client's budget and maximize the project's value with high-performance systems. In addition to applying energy-conserving methods during the process itself, the firm follows the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) standards, which ensure the safety and security of its projects. One of the firm's most notable projects is the iconic Luby's cafeteria in San Antonio, a Texas comfort food favorite. The team designed its interiors to reflect a casual but sophisticated American cafeteria, but modernized it for today's customers. The entry experience is open, bright, and industrial, with the food display area and queue as the focal point of the interior. San Antonio Architects. All rights reserved. ©2023 Find out how much your project will cost We will get you competitive bids from the top architects and contractors in your area. Less Than $100,000$100,000 - $250,000$250,000 - $500,000$500,000 - $1 MillionMore Than $1 MillionNeed Guidance Get Bids By submitting the form, you agree to our Terms of Service.

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Outrage over city's plan to close senior center at Astoria Houses NYCHA complex Photo by Bill Parry The city plans to close the Astoria Houses Senior Center as a budget cut just as it almost ready to reopen following a $500,000 renovation. Astoria's elected officials were astonished to learn that the city plans on closing the only senior center at the Astoria Houses in early July just as Mayor Bill de Blasio's budget goes into effect. Residents were expecting to celebrate the grand reopening of their renovated facility after Councilman Costa Constantinides allocated $500,000 in funding for the project to turn a "glorified broom closet" into a proper senior center. "I was beside myself after I got the phone call," Constantinides said. "Instead of celebrating the long-anticipated reopening, our elderly NYCHA residents get the worst possible news. This is where they get their only hot meal of the day and now they're being told they have to travel to Queensbridge and that will only make the struggles they face every day that much harder. That's unacceptable." He said the city could close as many as 12 NYCHA senior centers across the five boroughs for a savings of around $3 million. A City Hall spokesman confirmed the closing saying it is a cost-cutting move while providing seniors with access to better centers nearby. The city will provide buses to transport seniors to the Queensbridge Houses center nearly a mile away. The spokesman said the facility at the Astoria Houses was underutilized. "Of course it was underutilized; it was tiny. That's why we were renovating it," Constantinides fumed. "The problem is they've never dedicated the proper resources to this facility." A member of Constantinides' team likened the scenario to something out of a bizarre Kafka novel. "The Astoria Houses Senior Center provides a vital lifeline for local seniors who are too often cut off from services available to other western Queens residents," state Senator Michael Gianaris added. "I will fight against this closure to make sure our seniors get the respect and attention they deserve." The Astoria Houses Senior Center serves hundreds with its lunch program and other activities such as art and crafts and cultural programs. "Seniors are the backbone of our communities and I am truly outraged to hear that the Astoria Houses Senior Center will be closing," Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas said. "With this closure, New York City is sending a disgraceful message that seniors are not a priority. I strongly urge the mayor to re-evaluate and reverse this misguided decision given the detrimental impact it will have on countless seniors on northwest Queens." Claudia Coger, the 84-year-old president of the Astoria Houses Tenant Association, said her development is "full or senior citizens" who were desperate for the larger renovated senior center, and bussing them to Queensbridge Houses will simply not work. "There is a mindset in elderly people where they will not be transported. They want to be in their home," Coger said. "Here they are coming up on their dying days and the lunch program is their one hot meal of the day because they're on fixed incomes. They're not going to get the nutrition they need. We are not going to sit here and go quietly. We're going to have our say." Coger was incensed to learn the City Hall spokesman called the senior center underutilized. "We have meals there. We sew. We take dance classes, and we have pictures, proof that it's an active center," she said. "There's a lot more to this than meets the eye. They could have avoided a lot of trouble if they only talked to us. We're going to fight, and we are going to win, I assure you." The current facility costs around $220,000 to operate annually, according to Constantinides' office. "I'll be fighting to get that funding restored," he said. This can't be part of the budget dance each year and these residents deserve better." Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas Astoria Houses Senior Center Astoria Houses Tenants Association president Claudia Coger City Councilman Costa Constantinides State Senator Michael Gianaris Queens DA recount update: Cabán and Katz teams want every ballot counted, but first ballot objection surfaces Queens rep joins state lawmakers in fighting 'tragic policy' of planned ICE raids this weekend

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Home»News»These photos of 'Addison Rae' will leave you mesmerised These photos of 'Addison Rae' will leave you mesmerised By The West News October 8, 2021 Updated: May 5, 2022 2 Mins Read Addison Rae Easterling (born October 6, 2000) is a social media celebrity, dancer, actress, and singer from the United States. In July 2019, she began actively posting content on TikTok, where her dancing videos quickly gained popularity. She had over 81 million followers on TikTok as of July 3, 2021, making her the third most-followed person on the platform after Charli D'Amelio and Khaby Lame. Rae was crowned the highest-earning TikTok star by Forbes in August 2020. In March 2021, she released her debut single, "Obsessed," and on August 27, 2021, she made her acting debut in He's All That, a gender switched remake of the 1999 film released by Netflix. Through different social media posts in October 2020, Addison Rae announced her relationship with TikToker Bryce Hall. They did, however, split up the next year. Rae has also been quite close to the Kardashian family, particularly Kourtney Kardashian, since David Dobrik invited her to surprise Mason Disick, Kourtney's kid, in March 2020. They are now frequently seen together, and Rae is frequently seen at Kardashian-Jenner gatherings. Addison Rae stood up from her seat during a UFC fight in July 2021 to welcome former President Donald Trump, sparking speculation that she supported him. She did not respond to questions about her support for the former President, adding to the conjecture. BuzzFeed investigated her liked tweets and discovered that she liked multiple tweets supporting Trump in 2016, including one encouraging people to "like" the tweet if they backed Trump. A spokeswoman for Addison Rae, on the other hand, stated that the liked tweets were a glitch. According to a Forbes report released in August 2020, Rae made $5 million in the previous year through June from her many endorsement deals and goods, making her the highest-earning TikTok performer. Rae's popularity on TikTok has led to collaborations with brands such as Reebok, L'Oréal, Hollister, and American Eagle. Rae donated her $1 million prize money from the Stay At Home Slam, an all-star Mario Tennis Aces tournament, to the charity No Kid Hungry in 2020. Addison Rae Entertainment News TikTok The West News TheWestNews is a publication where we share the latest news regarding entertainment, gaming, sports, and local American news. Want to be featured or have some tip for us then reach at "[email protected]" ShowBox Mod APK 12.1 2023 for Android (100% Working) AMD Ryzen 7000: Release date, pricing, specs, and performance Chinese internet giant Baidu is planning to launch its own version of ChatGPT How to use the translating feature on WhatsApp © 2023 TheWestNews.

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The new system developed by Schuler provides insight into line processes while simultaneously recording all process-relevant data. The process of press hardening, also referred to as hot stamping in the metal forming industry, depends on a number of influencing factors: the exact temperature of the red-hot blanks when leaving the furnace, the amount of time that passes before they are placed in the die, the press force applied, and many other things. All of these parameters have a direct effect on the quality of the parts, which is why it should be possible to seamlessly document and, in the case of any doubt, track and trace these parts with pinpoint accuracy. That's exactly what the new solution offers that Schuler will present for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) or the "Smart Press Shop" at the EuroBLECH trade fair from October 23 through 26 in Hanover, Germany. Live feeds from the Hot Stamping TechCenter in Göppingen are planned for the Schuler exhibit (F82 in Hall 27) at the EuroBLECH trade fair.

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All India Entrance Examination for Agriculture 2011 by ICAR. In this article, I shall give details about the All India Entrance Examination for Agriculture 2011 or AIEEA 2011 being conducted by Indian Council for Agricultural Research or ICAR. Please read on. The Indian Council for Agricultural Research or I.C.A.R. which is an autonomous organisation functioning under Department of Agricultural Research and Education, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India is going to conduct the All India Entrance Examination for Agriculture 2011 for admission to the Under Graduate and Post Graduate courses conducted by them. The Under Graduate courses offered by Indian Council for Agricultural Research or ICAR includes B.Sc. / B.Tech. / B.F.Sc. in the following subjects: Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, Bio Technology, Fishery, Diet Science, Sericulture, Home Science, Agricultural Marketing and Banking etc. Post Graduate courses are also available in many of the above streams. Those who are interested, can visit the Official Website of Indian Council for Agricultural Research. Through this Website, you can get the application forms and brochures for the All India Entrance Examination for Agriculture 2011. Those who wish to join the Under Graduate courses offered by ICAR, should have passed the 10+2 examination with more than 60% marks. Those who wish to join the Post Graduate courses in ICAR, should have passed Under Graduation in Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Fishery and Dairy Technology etc. The last date for applying for AIEEA 2011 is 15th February, 2011. The Entrance Examination for Under Graduation is scheduled to be held on 16th April, 2011. The Entrance Examination for Post Graduation is scheduled to be held on 17th April, 2011. For further details on All India Entrance Examination for Agriculture 2011, please visit the Official Website of Indian Council for Agricultural Research.

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Holick, M.F., Schnoes, H.K., DeLuca, H.F., Suda, T., and Cousins, R.J.: Isolation and identification of 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol. A metabolite of vitamin D active in intestine. Biochemistry, 10: 2799-2804, 1971. Fukushima, M., Suzuki, Y., Tohira, Y., Matsunaga, I., Ochi, K., Nagano、H., Nishii, Y., and Suda, T.: Metabolism of 1α-hydroxyvitamin D3 to 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 in perfused rat liver. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Commun., 66: 632-638, 1975. Nishii, Y., Ono, M., Fukushima, M., Shimizu, T., Niki, R., Ohkawa, H., Takagaki, Y., Okano, K., and Suda, T.: Osseous changes and abnormalities of mineral metabolism in rats with glycopeptide-induced nephritis. Endocrinology, 107: 319-327, 1980. Abe, E., Miyaura, C., Sakagami, H., Takeda, M., Konno, K., Yamazaki, T., Yoshiki, S., and Suda, T.: Differentiation of mouse myeloid leukemia cells induced by 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA, 78:4990-4994, 1981. Abe, E., Miyaura, C., Tanaka, H., Shiina, Y., Kuribayashi, T., Suda, S., Nishii, Y., DeLuca, H.F., and Suda, T.: 1α,25-dihydroxy-vitamin D3 promotes fusion of mouse alveolar macrophages both by a direct mechanism and by a spleen cell-mediated indirect mechanism. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA 80: 5583-5587, 1983. Takahashi, N., Akatsu, T., Udagawa, N., Sasaki, T., Yamaguchi, A., Mosely, J.M., Martin, T.J., and Suda, T.: Osteoblastic cells are involved in osteoclast formation. Endocrinology, 123: 2600-2602, 1988. Suda, T., Takahashi, N., and Martin, T.J.: Modulation of osteoclast differentiation. Endocrine Rev. 13: 66-80, 1992. Shinki, T., Shimada, H., Wakino, S., Anazawa, H., Hayashi, M., Saruta, T., DeLuca, H.F., and Suda, T.: Cloning and expression of rat 25-hydroxyvitamin D3-1α-hydroxylase cDNA. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA, 94: 12920-12925, 1997. Yasuda, H., Shima, N., Nakagawa, N., Yamaguchi, K., Kinosaki, M., Mochizuki, S., Tomoyasu, N., Yano, K., Goto, M., Murakami, A., Ysuda, E., Morinaga, T., Higashio, K., Udagawa, N., Takahashi, N., and Suda, T.: Osteoclast differentiation factor is a ligand for osteoprotegerin/osteoclastogenesis-inhibitory factor and identical to TRANCE/RANKL. Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci. USA, 95: 3597-3602,1998. Suda, T., Takahashi, N., Udagawa, N., Jimi, E., Gillespie, M.T., and Martin, T.J.: Modulation of osteoclast differentiation and function by osteoblasts/stromal cells. Endocrine Rev. 20: 345-357, 1999. Suda, T.: Vitamin D and bone - How does vitamin D regulate bone formation and resorption?- Proceedings of the Japan Academy, Ser.B., 80:407-421,2004. 須田 立雄、尾形 悦郎、小椋 陽介、西井 易穂: ビタミンD―その新しい流れ. 講談社サイエンテイフィック、1982. 尾形 悦郎、須田 立雄、小椋 陽介編: ビタミン Dのすべて、講談社サイエンテイフィック、1993.

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The 2008–09 West Virginia Mountaineers men's basketball team represents West Virginia University in the 2008-09 NCAA Division I men's basketball season. The team is coached by Bob Huggins and plays their home games in the WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, West Virginia. Pre-season During the offseason, the Mountaineers picked up four recruits who look to make an immediate impact in Morgantown. Devin Ebanks a 6–9, 205 pound forward from Oakdale, CT seems to be the Mountaineers #1 recruit, being ranked #11 on the Rivals.com Top 150 recruits. The Mountaineers also added Darryl "Truck" Bryant, a 6-2 190 pound guard from Brooklyn, NY, Kevin Jones, a 6-7 210 pound forward from Mount Vernon, NY, and Dee Proby a 6-9 250 pound forward from Angelina College in Lufkin, TX. West Virginia was picked to finish 9th in the Big East Pre-Season Coaches Poll. Roster Schedule and results |- !colspan=12 style=|Regular Season |- !colspan=12 style=|Big East tournament |- !colspan=12 style=|NCAA Tournament Rankings References West, Virginia West Virginia Mountaineers men's basketball seasons West Virginia Mount Mount

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Time to find our way again. Ginnie Hart: Me, too, Larry. A beautiful well worn floor. Ginnie Hart: I thought so, too, Michael. What a beautiful floor, this is, Ginnie. Love the way it is warn out. Wonderful pattern. Ginnie Hart: Bedankt, Astrid. It was hypnotizing. Ginnie Hart: I expect so, Chris! Jolis dessins formés par ce carrelage. Was this previously used for burials, Ginnie? Ginnie Hart: That, too, I'm sure, Lisl, as with most crypts? I look always down at the floors of the churches- they are often so fascinating like this floor. Ginnie Hart: I so much agree with you, Philine! Net als Astrid een heel mooi lijnenspel in de tegelvloer, maar bij jou recht toe recht aan ! Ginnie Hart: I'm always fascinated by the patterns of these church floors, Marjolein. Bedankt. Ginnie Hart: Indeed so, Bill. A lovely patterned floor which would not show crumbs and things Ginnie. Ginnie Hart: HA! That's a nice way to think of it, Chad. J'aime bien ce sol tomette. A une époque, c'était à "la mode" de les peindre. Ginnie Hart: You surely know a lot more than I do about these things, Pascale! This is a great shot exploring the available lines. Ginnie Hart: Most kind of you, Louis. You know me and the "vanishing point perspective." Great use of the floor as a pattern shot, it must have had thousands of feet walking over it during the centuries. Ginnie Hart: Thanks, Brian. Thousands of feet, indeed! Just asking to be taken! A nice shot, even if I find the image a bit 'depressing, but maybe that was what you wanted to get. Ginnie Hart: No, Claudio. I wasn't "depressed" by this at all and now wonder why it had that effect on you? It always intrigues me how we all have different responses to images. Can you see Victorian floor tiles in Holland? We do have some in Malaysia, they look just the ones in England. Ginnie Hart: Victorian floor tiles in Holland? You got me, LC. I expect not but, then, someone somewhere probably has them??? Ginnie Hart: I do, too, Sherri. I'm constantly looking up and down in these European churches/cathedrals. Ginnie Hart: I always stand in amazement in these places, Elaine, because of how old they are. I NEVER experienced this in America! Ginnie Hart: Time and "weather," Peter, will test just about anything, us included. Ginnie Hart: Ahhh. Now I understand, Claudio. Yes, that makes sense! Thank you. Excellent patterns captured in this terrazzo floor!! Ginnie Hart: I often find such patterns while traveling around to these old churches, Steven. They always amaze me. Interesting wear patterns on the floor tiles, Ginnie. Ginnie Hart: I thought so, too, Ray. Ginnie Hart: I know, Robin. A different kind of wabi-sabi???

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« Projects and rejects 5 – Possible changes in C&I? 50 Movie Western Classics, Disc 11 » The VHS to DVD transition and cost as a factor I've been reading some comments about public libraries and VHS. Interesting all (including those from people who seem to think that DVD is a passing fad and the durable ol' VHS is really what counts)–but there's one odd subrefrain. Namely, all those people who just can't afford a DVD player, so it's important that libraries keep VHS around. To which I have to say…Huh? I know we're in tough times, I know lots of people have very little income… I also know that DVD players start at $18. That's for new players, not Goodwill specials. What we're using at home? $0. Safeway was giving away a couple hundred over a weekend to celebrate the remodeling of the local store. It sat in our garage until our old Sony player's laser gave out (the first DVD player we ever had, so it was probably 8-9 years old). We hooked it up as a little joke until we purchased a Proper Player. It's been the better part of a year, maybe more, and we're unlikely to replace it until we go big-screen. In some ways, it's more advanced than the Sony was–and apparently good enough quality that, as we discovered on our recent cruise, Holland America purchased a few thousand to go with the flat-screen TVs in their cabins. (The current equivalent seems to sell for $30 or so, but an $18 Coby looks an awful lot like our CyberHome.) What am I saying here? That DVD players are now such a commodity item that they're really not much of a barrier for people who want to get movies and other videos for free from their libraries. No, I'm not advocating dumping your VHS collections. That's a local decision. I am saying that trying to maintain such collections–quite apart from being literally impossible for newer material–is really hard to justify. Heck, you could probably buy a fleet of cheap DVD players for what it would cost to try to replace videocassettes and just hand them out as needed (no, I'm not suggesting that you do that either). Oh, by the way: If you do have patrons for whom $20 is a real hardship…well, they're in trouble come next February. There's a $20 difference between the typical price of a digital:analog converter and the $40 government coupon they can get (if they know enough to ask for it, if they have access to the internet, if, if…). Without that converter, they're not going to have any TV next year. (Government decision. Different discussion.) What's that you say? They have cable, so they're covered? Well…if they have cable, they can afford a DVD player. This entry was posted on Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 at 12:40 pm and is filed under Libraries, Movies and TV, Technology and software. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed. 8 Responses to "The VHS to DVD transition and cost as a factor" Jon Gorman says: Actually, it seems recently VHS players are more expensive than DVD. I only mention this because after having our old one finally die on use we decided to scout out for another. There are two reasons we finally decided to still get a VHS player. First, we still have some VHS laying around. (Yes, I really should have figured out some way to transfer these before the old one broke. Lesson learned.) Second, we'd still like a relatively hassle free way to get recordings. Yes, we could join the modern age and get tivo, pay extra to the cable company to get a settop that has dvr, or just buy a dvr unit. But those are all still more expensive than tape…for now. You know another possible problem? All the folks in a certain bracket who nephew configured their system twenty years ago. They had to replace the vhs fifteen, which luckily he was home for college to do. These new-fangled DVD players have scary connectors and apparently don't just take cable. They'll wait till someone else can come and setup their system for free ;). I'd be interested to see circulation of VHS vs DVD. Then check to see what happens when there is a copy in both VHS and DVD. It's not at all surprising that VCRs are more expensive than DVD players now. They're considerably more complex mechanically. Mostly, though, there isn't much of a market, so there aren't many competitors left, so… DVDs are pretty much at the peak of circuit integration and known-item manufacturing, helped along by the fact that the basic drive is so similar mechanically to a CD drive. One plausible alternative is a combo VCR/DVD unit but those aren't dirt cheap either… Actually, most DVD players should include the same boring old cables as the VCR–but they have other options too. Still, I agree that setup can be a problem–nowhere near as much of a problem as these folks will have come 2/09, to get any TV at all. We still have our S-VHS VCR–and the "S" is a key letter there: It always did produce near-broadcast-quality recordings, so we'll keep using it until (unless) a DVR makes sense. (I'm not really thrilled about having a hard disk running 24/7, sucking power all the time…) And when we got a replacement S-VHS VCR, it cost more than a Blu-ray player would today, even ignoring inflation. I'm neither advocating that libraries dump their videocassettes nor necessarily saying it's ideal that VHS has essentially disappeared. The latter isn't surprising: DVD wins not only on quality but also on cost and speed of production and on real ecological issues (e.g., comparing the materials required to make a DVD vs. a videocassette and the fuel required to ship one across the country). I'm just saying that it's happened–and that, of several reasons libraries might want VHS to stick around, people's inability to afford a DVD player is probably overstated as a factor. If a given item circulates more in VHS than in DVD, fine–but you're not going to be able to replace the VHS in most cases. Seth Finkelstein says: "probably buy a fleet of cheap DVD players …" Don't buy them – recycle them. Almost every time I go over the local community recycling depot (to get rid of stuff that isn't picked up curbside), I see DVD players and VHS players in their pile of electronics to be recycled. People just throw them away these days. It's not even worth selling on E-bay. You could loan the DVD *and* a DVD player, and if the player doesn't come back, it's no problem. Seth, That's a good point–except that some of those recycled DVD players are burnouts. While I recognized that our multidisc Sony was a mistake immediately (the pointless multidisc feature just slowed it down), we didn't replace it until the laser started failing. (First everything shifts toward the blue…then nothing.) Still, if there is a recycling center and a staff member can afford the 10 minutes (or so) per player to check, and the library has the space…that might be plausible. Heh, I wasn't seriously arguing very much in the favor of VHS. It was more intended to be a humorous reflection. I do wish there was a bit of a better alternative to DVR/DVD recording, if only because of all the stupid broadcast protection. I don't like the idea of not knowing ahead of time if I can or cannot record something. That day happens it'll be even likelier we'll stop using cable. Oh, and I do think there will be many annoyed people as cable companies switch, particularly in rural areas. You can do consumer education all you want, but the folks most likely to be affected are also probably the ones who don't make regular trips to Best Buy. Wait till they realize the cable service they've had for years and the nest of cable wires they have stop working. I know the warnings we've gotten from our cable company look a lot like junk mail. (Oh, look, you'll have to pay us more for a digital box. yay!). Ah, now, your second paragraph raises a HUGE issue–if only because it's not one that the press has focused on. We've been told all along, "if you have cable, no need to do anything." If that turns out not to be true, there will indeed be hell to pay. I don't remember any warnings from Concast–er, Comcast. (Of course, if we find that, when we do go digital, we can get the broadcast nets on an indoor antenna, Comcast goes bye-bye in any case.) Oh, just to clarify, the cable company is not doing the best job of representing the issue. I realize we really don't need anything…or shouldn't need anything. The cable service should be just fine. Not that I'd accuse them of doing it purposefully….I mean, they probably are just incompetent ;). (Twiddles thumbs innocently and chooses to say nothing about cable company competence…noting that he's twiddling those thumbs in front of a computer connected via AT&T DSL, even though theoretically cable modem might be faster, if also more expensive…)

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Little Brother Kaleb grew up angry and upset that his father wasn't involved in his life. He would call and sometimes his father wouldn't answer. His father would make plans and promises but then wouldn't show up. "Sometimes I don't understand why my father doesn't want to talk to me, and I don't know what I have done," Kaleb says. Kaleb wanted a male figure in his life and he says his attitude in school was a product of not having one. He was constantly getting in trouble, and his teacher resorted to sending him out of the classroom when he was disruptive. Kaleb's mom was at a loss when it came to her son's behavior. "Kaleb was suspended so many times and his behavioral challenges were so overwhelming that I wanted to give up," she says. His teacher asked her colleague, Mr. James, to work through these challenges with Kaleb, and he was up for it. "I ended up having to see Kaleb just about every day for poor behavior," Mr. James says. For months, he spent time with Kaleb when he needed discipline and guidance. Kaleb's teacher asked Mr. James to sit in on a parent-teacher conference with Kaleb's family. At that meeting, Kaleb's mom mentioned that she thought Kaleb could use a Big Brother. When Mr. James was a Little Brother, he dealt with issues similar to what Kaleb was dealing with. His father was absent, and he was being raised in a house full of women. He needed a male role model, so his mother enrolled him as a Little Brother. "We still communicate to this day, but the highlight of our relationship was the day that he got the opportunity to meet my Little Brother, Kaleb," Mr. James said. Kaleb and Mr. James have played laser tag and paintball together. They even have a secret handshake. When the two make plans and promises, Mr. James shows up and keeps them, and when Kaleb calls, Mr. James always answers the phone.

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Current Search: Research Repository (x) » English literature (x) » 2015 (x) Ernest Hemingway: Challenged, Censored, Banned. Harris, Heather, Theatre and Editing, Writing and Media Despite his Pulitzer and the Nobel Prize, Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises, A Farewell to Arms, and For Whom the Bell Tolls rank among the top one-hundred challenged and banned American classics. Hemingway has experienced perhaps the greatest range of censoring among American writers, challenges collecting under broad rubrics--political, religious, sexual, social: The Sun Also Rises,1926 (sex, alcohol, decadence); A Farewell to Arms, 1929 (banned in Boston for politics, sex, language); To Have... Show moreDespite his Pulitzer and the Nobel Prize, Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises, A Farewell to Arms, and For Whom the Bell Tolls rank among the top one-hundred challenged and banned American classics. Hemingway has experienced perhaps the greatest range of censoring among American writers, challenges collecting under broad rubrics--political, religious, sexual, social: The Sun Also Rises,1926 (sex, alcohol, decadence); A Farewell to Arms, 1929 (banned in Boston for politics, sex, language); To Have and Have Not, 1937 (only book banned in America [Detroit] in 1938--for immoralities, at the instigation of Catholic church); For Whom the Bell Tolls, 1941 (denied the Pulitzer Prize for political, sexual, and language issues). Censoring also affected Hemingway's short stories: the publisher of Hemingway's first story collection (In Our Time, 1925) pulled "Up in Michigan" for sexual explicitness; "Scott" became "Julian" in "The Snows of Kilimanjaro" (1936), following Scott Fitzgerald's protest of the unmistakable allusion in "Scott." Challenging and banning Ernest Hemingway's fiction remind an aware reader of the threat inherent in all book-banning to the Constitutional guarantees of free speech and expression. This Hemingway study will particularly emphasize assessments of Hemingway--the writer and the man--suggested by his short stories selected (also "telling," stories not selected) by major publishers for anthologies widely adopted by public schools, 1930s-1970s—i.e., from the height of Hemingway's reputation in his lifetime through the first generation following his death. Gender and Media Studies. Cunningham, Kelley Suzette, English From Dolly Parton to Taylor Swift, country music encompasses a wide range of artists with a variety of unique traits. Public persona plays a large role in the marketing of country music, affecting how audiences respond and relate to artists. Through the citation and analysis of recent news articles, I interpreted the media's response to current country artists relating to their public personas and social media presences. My process consisted of collecting articles from LexisNexis as well as... Show moreFrom Dolly Parton to Taylor Swift, country music encompasses a wide range of artists with a variety of unique traits. Public persona plays a large role in the marketing of country music, affecting how audiences respond and relate to artists. Through the citation and analysis of recent news articles, I interpreted the media's response to current country artists relating to their public personas and social media presences. My process consisted of collecting articles from LexisNexis as well as the websites of popular online news sources. The articles, ranging from 2013 to early 2015, were centered around Dolly Parton and her over 60-year-long career, as well as newer country artists such as Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney, and Florida-Georgia Line. The majority of articles focused on each artist's specific persona, and how these personas manifest on the internet, television, and live performance. However, each recent article in the database featuring the artists was considered, and I was able to identify a variety of contemporary music industry topics, many of which emerged throughout research process. For example, the internet's effect on the music industry was a subject that kept appearing. Not only does the internet offer streaming services that make music more accessible than ever, but it alters the entire artist-audience dynamic by making once-distant stars more relatable. The internet has also encouraged blending with other genres such as pop and hip-hop,creating new sub-genres and transforming artists into completely unique celebrity personalities. English language (2) + - Sex (Psychology) (1) + - Study and teaching (1) + - Theater (1) + - Cunningham, Kelley Suzette (1) + - Harris, Heather (1) + - Theatre and Editing, Writing and Media (1) + -

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Due to the complex nature of operations, Supply chain management corporations need consultancy solutions the most. Interestingly, the remaining elements that motivate employees at the two groups of firms are nearly identical and, when prestige is excluded, are also weighted almost identically. Consulting firms don't operate in isolation. When it comes to new boutique consulting firms, this could be a attempting aspect. By speaking about new approaches and viable plans, consulting firms need to have to show a clear understanding of the client's business and how they can be of aid in changing the existing scenario to show enhanced final results. The similar goes for boutique consultancy firms, except that this poses a lot more of a challenge. Some staff employees locally, as opposed to firms that operate on 100% travel models. A single of these insights led directly to the creation of the Finest Boutique Firms ranking-that when you examine responses of workers from huge firms and these who operate for boutiques, one particular significant factor stands out: large firm consultants are significantly a lot more most likely to value the prestige of their organization than those who perform for boutiques. Working with the term "boutique" has far more to do with the consulting companies' emphasis compared to with their actual size, since 1 organization might consist of just a solitary consultant, whilst a different may possibly have as many as 200 or even far more consultants benefiting it. And at times, it just comes down to specialization: if you are only interested in economics or public sector consulting, it may possibly not make sense to perform at a firm where you'll be anticipated to rotate by means of a assortment of practice places in your first two years. When it comes to new boutique consulting firms, this could be a attempting aspect. When it comes to employers of option in consulting, practically nothing has changed in decades. I want to give unique thanks to Management Consulted for releasing Consulting Firms 101: Top rated 3 Firms (MBB: McKinsey, Bain, and BCG) (Video 1 of 3). As ever, our survey is only open to consultants who are at the moment employed at trustworthy firms in the market. Boutique staff, like considerable agency employees, are normally split into account and style teams nevertheless, due to the reality there are fewer employees sources, members of each and every group are specialized in quite a few advertising methods and style approaches. Therefore, every single of the firms on the this ranking are specialists in their practice locations-some have, in truth, just 1 location of specialization, and all had fewer than 750 consultants at the time of publication. When rating high quality of life concerns, consultants are only permitted to price their personal firm. The employees of a massive agency is considerably bigger than that of a boutique advertising and advertising firm. The employees in a boutique firm may possibly be smaller, but they are nonetheless significantly more than capable to produce full service marketing execute correctly and expense-efficiently. Zinnov is a major management consulting firm with a roster of clientele that consists of Fortune 500 organizations. Boutique consulting firms supply companies highly specialized insight that bargains with particular troubles or facets of a enterprise. The organizations that hire consulting firms have a turnover of a lot of millions and a handful of billion. Unlike classic models, boutique firms have fewer personnel, most of whom are consultants that make up the prime management. When there is no tough and rapid definition, the term is typically understood inside the consulting business to refer to firms that are narrower in concentrate and smaller in size than the larger, generalist firms that can offer you advice across a wide variety of practice regions and industries. Boutique Consulting Firms – The similar goes for boutique consultancy firms, except that this poses extra of a challenge. The personnel of a massive agency is significantly bigger than that of a boutique marketing and marketing and advertising firm.

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qt.io Go back Open original Introducing the Distance Field Generator - Qt Blog By Eskil Abrahamsen Blomfeldt At least from the perspective of rendering, text is often the most complex part of a traditional two-dimensional user interface. In such an interface, the two main components are rectangular images and text. The rectangular images are often quite static, and can be represented by two triangles and four indexes into a texture atlas that is uploaded to graphics memory once and then retained. This is something that has low complexity and which the graphics hardware has been optimized to handle quickly. Text starts as a series of indexes into an international database of writing systems (Unicode). It is then, based on some selection algorithm, combined with one or more fonts, which is in principle a collection of shapes and some lookup tables and executable programs that convert said indexes into shapes and relative positions. These shapes, basically filled paths made out of bezier curves, then have to be rasterized at a specified size, and this can range from simple and neat outlines to complex ones with lots of detail. (By rasterization, I mean finding out how much of each target pixel, or subpixel in some cases, is covered by the shape.) Objectively the most beautiful character in the Latin alphabet. Here represented by a rasterized image of three channels, respectively giving the coverage of the red, green and blue target subpixels. Scaled by 400% to make the pixels visible. All combined, it is a heavy process. But luckily, instead of redoing every step for every string, we can often cache intermediate results and reuse them later. For instance, it is possible to rasterize the glyphs the first time they are used, keep this in memory, and then at each subsequent use, render these glyphs the same way images are rendered as described above: By putting the rasterized glyphs in a texture atlas and representing the glyphs by two triangles and indexes into this atlas. In fact, when the Text.NativeRendering render type is in use in Qt Quick, this is precisely what happens. In this case, we will ask the underlying font system (CoreText on macOS, GDI/DirectWrite on Windows and Freetype on Linux) to rasterize the glyphs at a specific size, and then we will upload these to a texture atlas which can later be referenced by the triangles we put on the screen. Contents of texture atlas in a typical Qt application. There are some limitations of this approach however: Since the font size has to be known before the glyphs are rasterized, we may end up rasterizing and caching the same glyphs multiple times if the text in the UI comes in many different sizes. For some UIs that can be too heavy both for frame rate and memory consumption. Animations on the font size, for instance, can cause us to rasterize the shapes again for every frame. This rasterization is also done on the CPU, which means we are not using the resources of the device to its full potential when preparing the glyphs. Additionally, transformations on the NativeRendering text will give pixelation artifacts, since they will be applied to the pre-rasterized image of the glyph, not its actual mathematical shape. So what is the alternative? For a more flexible approach, we want to actually do the rasterization on the GPU, while rendering our frame. If we can somehow get the shapes into the graphics memory and rasterize them quickly using a fragment shader, we free up CPU resources and allow both transformations and size changes without any additional penalty on performance. There are several approaches to this problem. The way is is done in Qt is by using so-called distance fields. Instead of storing the rasterized glyphs in texture memory, we store a representation of the shapes in a texture atlas where each texel contains the distance to the nearest obstacle rather than the coverage. A distance field of the same Q, as an 8-bit map where each value is set to the distance to the nearest point on the outline of the glyph Once these distance fields are created and uploaded to texture memory, we can render glyphs at any font size and scale quickly on the GPU. But the process of converting the shapes from the fonts into distance field is still a bottle neck for startup time, and that in particular is what this blog is about. So what is the problem? Creating the distance fields is CPU-bound, and – especially on lower-end hardware – it may be very costly. By setting the QT_LOGGING_RULES environment variable to "qt.scenegraph.time.glyph=true" we can gain some insight into what that cost is. Lets for instance say that we run an example that displays 50 unique Latin characters with the Deja Vu Sans font (the simple and neat outlines further up). With the logging turned on, and on an NXP i.MX6 we have for testing in our QA lab, we get the following output: qt.scenegraph.time.glyph: distancefield: 50 glyphs prepared in 25ms, rendering=19, upload=6 From this output we can read that generating the necessary assets for these 50 glyphs took 19 ms, over one whole frame, whereas uploading the data to the graphics memory took 6 ms. It is the 19 ms for converting into distance fields that we will be able to reduce. These 19 ms may not seem like a lot, but it will cause the rendering to skip a frame at the point where it happens. If the 50 glyphs are displayed at startup, then those 25 ms may not be as noticeable, but if it is done during an animation, it would be something a user could notice. It is worth mentioning again, though, that it is a one-time cost as long as the font remains in use. Running the same for the HVD Peace font (linked as the complex font above), we get the following output: qt.scenegraph.time.glyph: distancefield: 50 glyphs prepared in 1016ms, rendering=1010, upload=6 In this case, we can see that rendering the distance fields takes a full second, due to the high complexity of the outlines in use. Another use case where we may see high costs of generating distance fields is if the number of unique glyphs is very high. So let us test an arbitrary, auto-generated "lorem ipsum" text in Chinese with 592 distinct characters: qt.scenegraph.time.glyph: distancefield: 592 glyphs prepared in 1167ms, rendering=1107, upload=60 Again, we see that generating the distance fields takes over one second. In this case, the upload also takes a bit longer, since there is more data to be uploaded into graphics memory. There is not much to be done about that though, other than making sure it is done at startup time and not while the user is watching a smooth animation. As mentioned, though, I will focus on the rendering part in this blog. In Qt 5.12, we will release a tool to help you improve on this for your application. It is called "Qt Distance Field Generator" and you can already find the documentation in our documentation snapshot. The way this works is that it allows you to pregenerate the distance fields for either a selection of the glyphs in a font or all of them. Then you can append these distance fields as a new font table at the end of the font file. Since this custom font table follows SFNT conventions, the font will still be usable as a normal TrueType or OpenType file (SFNT mandates that unsupported font tables are ignored). So the font can be used as normal and is still compatible with e.g. Qt Widgets and Text.NativeRendering, where the rasterization will still go through the system. When the font is used in Qt Quick with Text.QtRendering, however, the special font table will be detected, and its contents will be uploaded directly to graphics memory. The cache will therefore be prepopulated with the glyphs you have selected, and the application will only have to create distance fields at runtime if they are missing from this set. The result of this can be impressive. I repeated the experiments, but with fonts where I had pregenerated distance fields for all the glyphs that were used in the example. First example, simple and neat "Deja Vu Sans" font, 50 latin characters: qt.scenegraph.time.glyph: distancefield: 50 pre-generated glyphs loaded in 11ms Second example, complex "HVD Peace" font, 50 latin characters: qt.scenegraph.time.glyph: distancefield: 50 pre-generated glyphs loaded in 4ms Third example, 592 Chinese characters: qt.scenegraph.time.glyph: distancefield: 592 pre-generated glyphs loaded in 42ms As we can see, there is a great improvement when a lot of time is spent on creating the distance fields. In the case of the complex font, we got from 1016 ms to 4 ms. When more data is uploaded, that will still take time, but in the case of the Chinese text, the upload was actually faster than when the distance fields were created on the fly. This is most likely a pure coincidence, however, caused by the order of the glyphs in the cache causing slightly different layouts and sizes. Another peculiar thing we can see is that the complex font is faster to load than the simple one. This is simply because the glyphs in that font are square and compact, so there is not a lot of unused space in the cache. Therefore the texture atlas is a little bit smaller than for the simpler font. The complexity of the outlines does not affect the loading time of the atlas of course. Running the same tests on my Windows Desktop workstation, we see that there is not as much overhead for generating the distance fields, but there is still some performance gain to be seen in some cases. For 50 Latin glyphs with Deja Vu Sans, both tests clocked in at 3 ms, which was mainly spent uploading the data. For HVD Peace, however, generating the distance fields took 131 ms (versus 1 ms for just the upload) and for the Chinese text it took 146 ms (vs 11) Hopefully this can help some of you get even better performance out of your Qt devices and applications. The feature is already available in the Qt 5.12 beta, so download the package and take it for a test drive right away. Do you like this? 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Teaching Activities: The Department of Urology teaches students throughout the four-year medical school curriculum. The fundamentals of urology as they relate to clinical practice are emphasized and the students are given a coordinated, integrated approach to diagnosing and treating the common urologic disorders. Clerkships & Electives: During the third and fourth years, elective clinical clerkships are offered. Clinical instruction during these clerkships is provided by the full-time and clinical faculty with the assistance of the urology residents and fellows. Residencies: Tufts Medical Center offers a fully-accredited, postgraduate residency program. The clinical activities encompass all areas of the specialty of urology, including pediatric urology and renal transplantation. The mission of the Maine Medical Center (MMC) Residency Program in Urology is to provide a rigorous and comprehensive postgraduate educational experience in the art and science of urology. The focus is clinically oriented with a strong foundation in all aspects of urology as well as quality and clinical outcomes research. After one year of general surgery, the four clinical years are structured to provide the resident with didactic teaching sessions in the pathophysiology of urologic disease processes, a gradual increase in clinical decision-making and responsibility, and progressive teaching of all technical skills required to be a complete urologic surgeon. It is the objective of Lahey Clinic Residency Program in Urology to provide rigorous training in the art and science of clinical and basic science in Urology. This goal is achieved through a four-year, vertically integrated program in Urology. The Urology staff is committed to providing an environment that is conducive to training a complete urological surgeon who is prepared for a career in clinical and academic medicine. We attempt to educate our residents so that their technical skills will enable them to manage the most complex of surgical and cognitive problems, and ultimately, mold them into practitioners who provide the best possible care to patients in a setting of kindness and compassion.

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Call and Response Blog Thinking About the "Christ" in Christmas About the "Christ" in Christmas By Susan Lawrence Technically, Unitarian Universalism is not a Christian faith. As congregations and individuals, we are united not by creeds or rituals but by values and covenants. Although many view UUism's seven Principles as a manifesto of beliefs, they are actually a covenant with which we uphold our common values together. We consider Jesus as one of history's great prophets, but not the only. (In our faith, each of us has the capacity to be prophetic.) We find wisdom in the words and actions attributed to Jesus, the man, but, most of us would not say we revere Jesus as more than human. So, UUs are not necessarily Christians, though some are. Still more of us grew up in a Christian religion or have close relatives who are Christian. And all of us are surrounded by "cultural Christianity." Because of all this, and because our faith finds its roots in Protestant Christianity, it is natural for our communities and worship spaces to acknowledge the Christmas season. And so, each year at Christmastime, and again as Easter approaches, we are challenged to find our places in public celebrations, congregational traditions, or an extended family's homage to Christianity's central figure, Jesus. For some of us, this is hard. Fortunately, we are also, each year, invited to seek personal meaning in the stories and hopes of Christianity. For me, my annual balk at this invitation provides regular opportunity for personal growth. Raised in a Jewish family, a minority in a mostly Catholic neighborhood, I was led at home to separate myself from Christians and, meanwhile, taught by my neighbors that I had "killed Jesus." Christmas, especially the church part, felt terrifying to me. As I grew older and my world bigger, my inherent universalism grew stronger than my fears. I had close relationships with people who were comfortable with, even excited about, aspects of Christmas. I found that I could let the holiday's beautiful music and candlelight rituals make me happy. Every Christmastime, I make the journey to open-mindedness again. No lie, each year it takes some effort to set aside discomfort and allow myself to bask in the messages of love, compassion, and connection to our highest selves that Jesus's life and words can offer. For me, it's been important to "confront" Jesus and it remains important for me to understand Christianity. My young adult niece, who lives with me, is Christian. So are some of my friends, their partners, their parents, and people important to me in my community. The neighbors with whom I work for justice on the local front include devout Christians--Orthodox, Evangelical, Episcopalian. And then there's our nation. Despite our increasing religious diversity, we still live with implicit Christianity and cannot ignore it. Though you may be inclined to face the other way, consider coming eagerly into the season that celebrates the birth of Jesus. There is a UU-ish doorway for you. Next Steps! The UUA WorshipWeb gathers many different kinds of exploration of Christianity as a source for our Unitarian Universalist faith. Use the keyword search (e.g., "Christ") to browse for stories, meditations, and readings that resonate for you. A 2016 Skinner House book, Christ for Unitarian Universalists by Scotty McLennan, offers a respectful, open lens to help us relate to and understand Christians and Christian beliefs. It is recommended for UUs exploring Christianity or identifying as Christian, as well as those whose families include Christian believers or who are engaged with Christians in interfaith justice work. Use the discussion guide from the UUA Faith Development Office to gather for a 60-minute conversation about Christ for UUs. For children, the story, "Meet Jesus," in the Tapestry of Faith curriculum Love Will Guide Us is adapted from Meet Jesus: The Life and Lessons of a Beloved Teacher by Lynn Tuttle Gunney (Skinner House, 2007), available from inSpirit: The UU Book and Gift Shop. For more stories of Jesus through a UU lens, for children and adults, do a "text keyword" search of Tapestry of Faith. The Unitarian Universalist Christian Fellowship uses the tagline, "freely following Jesus." On the UUCF website learn about UU Christianity and find opportunities to gather for study and worship. PREVIOUS: Reflection and Action, after the Presidential Election|NEXT: Empathy Carries Us to Standing Rock Susan Lawrence Susan Lawrence, Managing Editor, Lifespan Faith Engagement for the UUA and editor of the UU World Families section, has worked as a community media producer, a high school teacher, and a freelance writer and editor. Susan identifies as European Jewish and belongs to the Unitarian Universalist... 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JAMESTOWN -- It certainly looked like 12-year-old Allen Rushlow of Pawtucket was on a fool�s errand when he fell far behind in the opening sailing race off East Ferry Beach on Saturday morning. Sitting atop �Tubie,� his rubber inner tube with a homemade wooden board sunk below as a rudder and an ordinary open umbrella as his sail, Allen trailed the other two entrants in the Class 1 single-sailor race of the 36th annual Fools� Rules Regatta. A competitor using a large blue tarp as a sail moved to a commanding lead, but lost his way when the sail drooped into the water and spun him off the course. The other racer, Alyssa Gibbs, 12, of Jamestown, sailing �Alyssa�s Airline,� held a comfortable lead until a dying wind allowed Allen to catch up and cross the finish line yards in front. With nothing more than his inner tube and umbrella, the boy provided a perfect poster for Jamestown�s annual tomfoolery. This year, 37 contestants gathered on a narrow stretch of beach and constructed sailing vessels of all sizes, types and materials. Their goal was not to win big prizes � the top three finishers in each category and those earning special awards took home ribbons � but to have fun and to stretch the bounds of naval architecture. At 9 a.m., Chief Fool Chris Powell sounded the miniature 10-gauge cannon, borrowed from the Jamestown Yacht Club, and the contestants began building their sailing machines � it�s not quite accurate to call them boats � out of some unusual materials. Vessels were constructed of industrial strength Saran Wrap, Styrofoam insulation panels, a trampoline, hockey sticks, empty barrels, Styrofoam coolers, air mattresses, empty water jugs, PVC pipe, miles of duct tape, a soaking tub and a Mary Poppins-like umbrella. The field ranged from foolhardy veterans like the group of engineers aboard the �Cast Aweigh,� which previously had won first place in the unlimited category and won again Saturday, to newcomers like Hans Bunaes of Jamestown and his 9-year-old daughter Mia, who proudly proclaimed �I am the captain!� of their soaking tub vessel �The Viking Dream.� The family is Norwegian. The Bunaes had bought the tub six years ago for a newly remodeled bathroom, but it turned out to be too small. The tub gathered dust, snakes and mice in their backyard while they unsuccessfully tried to sell it or even give it away. The family finally decided it would make a perfect Fools� Rules yacht, adorned with inflatable dolphins on each side for ballast and a Norwegian flag as the sail. The family even took it out for a test sail earlier in the week. Alas, �The Viking Dream� didn�t finish in the money (ribbon?), but a good time was had by all. Although it did drift a little off course � �We sailed to Newport a couple of times,� Mia said later � the vessel stayed afloat, which, after all, is the ultimate goal. Then there was John Bojar and his 7-year-old daughter Morgan � or more formally, Princess Pirate Morgan. Bojar, from Tampa, Fla., was visiting relatives in Jamestown and decided Friday afternoon he and Morgan were going to sail for the blue ribbon, or at least the satisfaction of not sinking. Bojar, who admits he likes to host costume parties, came up with pretty authentic-looking pirate costumes complete with red head sashes, pirate pantaloons and necklaces made of small skulls. Down the beach, Brian Brazil of Jamestown, Kevin Bresler of Warwick, and Corey Gaitonde of Attleboro, Mass., put together their version of the Love Boat. They even had a large blow-up monkey wearing a captain�s hat to portray Capt. Stubing of the TV show. The three friends were no foolish rookies. The Love Boat stayed afloat but drifted off the course and had to be towed back to shore by volunteers from the Jamestown Yacht Club, who patrolled the course perimeters looking for wayward sailors. Jamestowners Ava White and Tim Clancy, both 17, struck pirate gold by taking home two ribbons. They finished third in the two-sailor race, and their pirate ship �Los Bufones� � or The Buffoons � won the coveted Frank Newman Judges� Award as the most creative vessel. Like the Bunaes family, the Sturges family of Tiverton � dad Jim, son George, 14, and 9-year-old twins Jennifer and Jason � looked around their yard and came up with a foolhardy solution for their entry � a trampoline.

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It may well be irrational to believe that history is progress after the unprecedented moral and political calamities of the twentieth century. But it does not follow, as [John] Gray apparently assumes, that history has no meaning. There is another possibility. To my knowledge Gray never endorses it, and it extremely difficult for a post-Darwinian mind to grap, but it has been presumed true by most civilizations and philosophies of the past, and is still so regarded by many non-Westernized cultures today. The possibility is that history does indeed have a meaning, purpose and end, and that these can easily be discerned by human beings, but that the direction of history's development is backward not forwards. History is not progress but regress, not advance but decline, and it leads to destruction rather than to utopia.--David Hawkes reviewing John Gray "The Silence of Animals" in TLS (30 August, 2013). Eternal Return. Within philosophy this goes back to Book 3 of Plato's Laws. It was revived by Nietzsche (and is part of the sub-structure of much continental philosophy and via Ian Hacking it is seeping into philosophy of science). It accords well with a cyclical conception of history with a rise and fall narrative or with periodic destruction of civilization(s) (think of the Atlantis story in the Timaeus and Bacon's riff on it). I expect it to become increasingly attractive to people as we head for man-made environmental catastrophe. Messianic History. This is a providential understanding history which has deep roots in Judaism and Christianity. In its bare outlines: redemption occurs after apocalypse. Marx propagated a secularized version of Messianic history. Despite the fall of Marxism, one can see the elements of a messianic history at work among secular intellectuals who tell us that we are already beyond the tipping point in our man-made environmental disaster. Things will get really worse first before the virtuous are saved. I expect this conception of history to become increasingly attractive to otherwise secular elites. Open-ended progress. This is the ruling ideology of science and scientific philosophy since Darwin undercut the grounds of teleological explanations and the natural alliance between science and divine providence. In general open-ended progress dispenses with teleology, but, of course, many who embrace this conception will insist -- pace Kuhn -- that science is getting closer to truth. To see the most rigorous version of this concept of history we need to look at the logic of open-ended growth in market-based societies. We need not agree with Dawkes that it is "irrational" to believe in open-ended progress, although it may be so as man-made environment disaster becomes increasingly felt. Decline. This is familiar from Genesis and a variety of lost Golden Ages in poetry. The past really was better (along some fundamental dimension), and we're worse even smaller now (Vico toys with this in amusing fashion). I do not understand why Dawkes thinks this is especially hard to grasp (and especially post-Darwin); curmudgeons of all generations happily embrace it. Until the physically necessary end of the solar system (in about six billion years), decline will be a live option, but, I expect, a minority position because decline can be subsumed under the cyclical and the messianic conceptions of history. Philosophy has cozily inhabited all four conceptions of history, but modern science less so. In particular, modern science is inimical to decline. If open-ended progress is forced to retreat in the face of environmental disaster, I expect the rhetoric of science to move either toward eternal return (you know, our cosmos will eventually day and give rise to a new cosmos, etc.) as Nietzsche prophesied or toward a new epistemocratic messianic religion in which the very smart and deserving high-priest elites will guide us past the ever-present abyss.

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I sat down and talked curl, HTTP, HTTP/2, IETF, the web, Firefox and various internet subjects with Mattias Geniar on his podcast the syscast the other day. The annual curl user poll was up 11 days from May 16 to and including May 27th, and it has taken me a while to summarize and put together everything into a single 21 page document with all the numbers and plenty of graphs. The conclusion I've drawn from it: "We're not done yet". Ben Radler over at Teespring was awesome enough to put up a set of curl tshirts and hoodies sporting the new fancy logo. Run over to https://teespring.com/curl-logo to order your own set! Update: EU friends will appreciate the EU version of the curl logo tshirt shop!

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