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This iiiissss the story of a boooyyy, Who had a fear of being unemploooooyyyed. And while he looked, so sad, through job listingsss He finally found a place that (pause) makes him SMIIIILLLLEEE. Okay fine, I was never really that scared of being unemployed, it just fits the song. Whatever. But what I was afraid of was never finding a place where I would be encouraged to fully explore the extent of my interests and push the limits of my creativity. And even though I’ve only been here just over a month (of what I hope will be a long and happy career highlight), I can already tell Elasticity will be a place where I can make that happen. So sit back, grab a snack, and allow me to spin ye a yarn of a boy (me if you can’t figure it out) who is just trying to find his place in the world. The year is 2016: I had just graduated with my Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and was waiting for the working world to welcome me with open arms, a paycheck and a pat on the back for the impressive and totally unique achievement of graduating college. There I was, sitting in my living room with some music playing (probably Ariana Grande), the TV on (probably Ru Paul’s Drag Race) and my web browser open with the words “Best Marketing Firms in St. Louis” typed into the search bar because you have to start somewhere. And there, in the top of the searches, was where I first saw Elasticity. On the other side of that link, I immersed myself in a world full of robots, karate, mustaches and the most use of the color orange that you could never want to see. I was amazed to see a firm, considered one of the best in the city, that had the audacity to be so playful and colorful — and I wanted in. While there weren’t any open positions at the time, there was still a section that read “If you don’t see the position you’re seeking, drop us a line anyway. We’re always open to meeting new people.” And that was all it took. I grabbed my impressive(ly inadequate) resume, typed out an email with the subject line “Dropping a line, hoping you’ll bite, and really hoping no one has used that joke before.” Then I waited for my future to unfold before me, as I had officially just applied for my very first job after college. Now, I know you’re all probably thinking “Wow, Ryne, I can’t believe you got the very first job you applied for after college. You must be really lucky!” And to that I say— HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! I did not get the first job I applied to after college. I did not get the second job I applied to after college. I did not get the thirtieth job I applied to after college. Little did I know that at the time I sent my first hopeful email to our Robot Overlord (that’s who you email at Elasticity — RobotOverlord@GoElastic.com), it would not be another two years, some 150-ish job applications and 40 – 50-ish interviews before I got my first “real job.” (SPOILER ALERT IT STILL WASN’T ELASTICITY.) I’ll never know why it took me so long to find my first job. Was I too funny? Too honest? Too boyishly handsome? Who knows! But I do know that I spent FAR too much of the last few years obsessing over it. Fast-forward to 2019. Elasticity is hiring. I’m qualified. I’m interested. And I’m terrified. The funny thing about rejection is that no matter how many times you are accepted, the sting of it feels fresh every time. Even though each new job listing was a potential opportunity for success, it also held an equal or greater opportunity for heartbreak. But was I really going to let that stop me? Lol yeah, almost. But I sucked it up, grabbed my (slightly less offensive) resume, and typed out an email that began with “I came across your opening on LinkedIn for a Social Media Strategist and immediately put a pause to my Buffy the Vampire Slayer marathon to take a more in-depth look.” And that was all it took. Well, and a couple of successful (but incredibly unstressful) interviews. But why did it work this time when so many others hadn’t? Was the person reading my email also secretly a Buffy the Vampire Slayer fangirl? Was I simply the right email at the right time? Or had I all of my failed attempts at securing other jobs just been preparing me for the one I was meant to have from the very beginning? I chose Elasticity because I have been a long-time admirer of the way they refuse to fit into the mold of what is supposed to be a conventional advertising agency. I chose Elasticity because I wanted to be somewhere where nothing was off limits to laugh at. And every day I get to keep choosing Elasticity because they took a chance and chose me.

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I just got a phone call that a close friend has cancer. This is the fifth time this year that this has happened. Two breast cancers, one prostate cancer, one cervical cancer, and one Burkitt’s lymphoma. Both of the women with breast cancers are fully recovered as is the man with prostate cancer – the other two are at the beginning of dealing with things. Three of the five people are under 40 years old. I’ve definitely got a little “numb mind” right now. It’s a partly sunny day in Homer, I woke up feeling happy, looking forward to seeing some friends from Anchorage who are visiting this weekend, my weekly massage from the amazing Megan (this afternoon), and getting to see two new movies this weekend. This phone call definitely slowed me down and shifted my brain into a more reflective mode. I just heard Amy tell one of her friends – the one with cervical cancer (carcinoma in situ – boy that’s a “really scary” phrase) – that “whenever someone says the ‘C’ word your heart skips a beat.” I’m eavesdropping on her conversation – it’s good bi-directional energy between these two women that have been best friends for 20 years. Friends are everything and it warms my heart that Amy is on the phone talking about this. One of our friends – the one that had breast cancer earlier this year – was unbelievable during the experience. She was beyond inspiring – her attitude was extraordinary, she went after her disease with gusto, was completely “open source” about the whole thing (she had a double masectomy and was perfectly happy to talk about how excited she was to get new perky breasts, followed by several “nipple free” months – which is weird to write about – but powerful to experience). There is no doubt that her extreme positive attitude had a huge impact on her recovery. We already adored this woman before her ordeal – she’s now a touch point for dealing with anything negative. When I was a kid, my dad would often say “live every day like it is your last.” It’s a well worn cliche, but it rings true every time I think about it.

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Gluten-Free Chicken Enchiladas! During these cooler California winter nights, I love to divert from our regular schedule of salads and grilling to make some comfort food. Since I am gluten-free and my husband tries to avoid carbs at all costs, we are somewhat limited in what we can make on the casserole front, but these BOMB gluten-free chicken enchiladas are healthy, gluten-free and delicious – I mean if I use Cayenne sparingly even my two-year old will eat them so that’s saying a lot! The BOMB Chicken Enchiladas Healthy and Gluten-Free Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour - 32 ounces of Chicken Stock or Broth (one box) - One package of skinless, boneless chicken breasts (around 1.5lbs) - 2 Cups of Cheddar - 2 Cups of Monterey Jack - 1 Cup of Cilantro - 1 Cup of Chopped Black Olives - Cayenne Pepper - 15 Corn Tortillas - 2 Clove of Garlic - 1 Jar of Chunky Vegetable Salsa (or whatever you can find) - 1 Jalapeno Pepper - 32 oz can of Red Enchilada Sauce - Salt and pepper – as needed Step 1: Preheat Oven to 420 Step 2: Slice jalapeno and garlic and dump in chicken stock. Bring to a boil and boil chicken breast for 17 minutes Step 3: Strain chicken under cold water. Shred and mix into a large bowl with salsa. Let sit. Step 4: Wash pot you cooked chicken in and pour in red enchilada sauce and hot sauce. Add Cayenne per taste. Slow heat over low. Step 5: Mix 1 cup of Cheddar, 1 cup of Monetary Jack, Olives and Jalapeños into a large bowl Step 6: Use olive oil to grease casserole dish Step 6: Place 6 corn tortillas in damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds Step 7: Place handful of cheese and olive mixture and then small handful of chicken mixture into tortilla. Roll and place in casserole dish (a glass casserole dish works best for this recipe) with open side down. Repeat this process until you have used all tortillas or dish is full. If you have left over chicken mixture, which I usually do, you can just sprinkle it over the rolled up tortillas. Step 8: Sprinkle half cup Cheddar and half cup Monterey Jack over tortilla roll ups Step 9: Pour enchilada and hot sauce mix over entire casserole Step 9: Sprinkle with Remaining Cheese Step 10: Cook uncovered for 20 minutes and let rest for 5- 10 minutes Boom! There you have it. Delicious and easy gluten-free chicken enchiladas that your whole family can enjoy. Serve with sour cream on the side. Pairs well with: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir. This post may contain affiliate links to products I love. Please see our full disclosure policy here.

Fall was definitely in the air; the squirrels were scampering around gathering their nuts, and the rainbow mixture of leaves were blowing in the gentle wind. The man held his wife’s hand tightly as they walked with slow but purposeful steps. A walk in the park was usually a pleasant experience, they would engage in easy conversation. Today was different tho, the man was lost in his thoughts, “Betty always loved Fall; it was her favorite season, she loved the hayrides and warming up by the campfire afterwards. Roasting marshmallows was her specialty, just the right shade of brown to them. A tad crisp on the outside while sweet and gooey on the inside.” He proceeded to walk along keeping his thoughts to himself, for his wife seemed lost in her own thoughts as well. “Its a little bit chilly out here”, thought his wife, as they strolled along. “Glad I wore my sweater.” With that thought, she had a nostalgic moment, as her mind wandered back to the time when she was a child. It was during the Great Depression, and she knew there might not be anything for Christmas that year. She tried not to be disappointed, as she wore her frayed and faded blue sweater to school. The color blue just added to her sadness, she preferred red, but this blue sweater had been given to her and they couldn’t refuse it. Ir definitely got worn and did serve its purpose, but she still loved the color of red best of all. As they drew closer to the bench that a woman was sitting on, the man could see what she was intently doing. He started to get choked up and a tear came to his eyes. She was knitting a red sweater, Betty, his twin sister, had loved the color red and owned a beautiful red sweater. When discussing with his other siblings what she should be buried in, they had picked the red sweater, for it was her favorite. He wiped at his tears as they drew closer. “OH look at that!”, thought his wife, “She is knitting a red sweater!” Happiness flooded her heart at the memory of the joy she felt when waking up Christmas morning. With a gasp of surprise she had spied a wrapped box with her name on it. She unwrapped it, and to her shock and joy, she had pulled out a vibrant red sweater! So that is why her Mom had stayed up late so many nights; she was knitting her a sweater! She had treasured that sweater forever, as a gift of her Mom’s great love for her! The lady looked up from the bench as she saw a couple come strolling by. In her eagerness to get this red sweater finished, she almost hadn’t noticed them. The delight in her heart was bursting due to the purpose for the sweater; her daughter was in China now, greeting her new toddler. A sweet, 3 year old girl, that needed a home. Her daughter and son-in-law had been thrilled about it! To them this was a mighty answer to prayer, their weeping at night, over their empty home, was now turning into tears of joy, as they were going to fill their house with the laughter and spunk of a precious 3 year old! A tear rolled down her cheek at the anticipation of meeting her granddaughter for the first time. She had to share the joy with someone! Maybe the couple coming would like to sit and chat awhile….and she motioned them over to the bench. As they came over, a strong breeze blew and shook the tree that was standing right behind the bench. The breeze made more leaves fall to the ground. The couple had sat down next to the woman and the leaves fell in their laps. Vibrant red leaves! They both picked up a leaf and turned their faces upward, looking at the sky, as they smiled.

When logging into Google on a new device, iPhone users typically have to verify the log-in with an old-fashioned and not-that-secure method of two-factor authentication. But now, though, Google is allowing iPhones themselves to work as 2FA security keys. Android users, who have had this feature on their phones since last year (if their devices run Android 7 or later), may have come across the Google Prompt pop-up on their phones when they need to sign in their Google accounts. It's more convenient and safer than having to copy a code across from a text message or voice message sent by Google, and it’s high time that iOS users got their own version of this. Apple product owners will need to have the Google Smart Lock app downloaded on their devices. The app works on anything running iOS 10 or later (that means an iPhone 5 or a 4th-generation iPad or newer). When you've updated to the latest version of the app (version 1.6), you can select the option to "Set up your phone's built-in security key." The app will then take you through a short process to ensure the app can use your device's Bluetooth, since this is how the two devices communicate. It will then verify that it can send you push notifications, and of course that you're logged into Google properly on the device. Once that's complete, if you have your iPhone within range of the device you're trying to log in on, you can open up Smart Lock when prompted to verify the sign-in attempt. You can also cancel if you've made a mistake or someone's trying to access your account without your knowledge. Note that you can only log in on a Chrome browser (or a Chromium-based browser such as Brave), and of course you need to have Bluetooth enabled on both your phone and the second device in question. It's a shame that you have little choice in browsers, but given how popular Chrome is, this is unlikely to be a problem for many users.

A reorganization of the solar system's outer planets would have occurred during the early stages of its formation, according to a new study of two Trojan Asteroids of Jupiter. The American astrophysicist David Nesvorny and his colleagues at the Southwest Research Institute have studied a rare pair of asteroids called Patroclus and Menoetius, which is approximately the same distance from the Sun as Jupiter, one in the banana front and the other behind the gas giant. These asteroids will be the focus of NASA's Lucy mission to be launched in 2021 Patroclus and Menoetius are about 113 km wide and circulate around each other as they circulate the sun. They are the only known binary system in the Trojan Asteroid Population of Jupiter. In astronomy, the term "Trojan" is used to refer to a small object that shares a relationship with two other larger bodies. Current work shows that the presence of Patroclus and Menoetius, as well as others in Jupiter course, would be the result of an early planetary reorganization in our system. The pair would have been formed from the original disc of material in addition to Neptune. Simulations indicate that the presence of the celestial couple today at this site indicates that the dynamic instability between the giant planets must have taken place during the first 100 million years of solar system formation. These objects were probably caught during a dramatic period of dynamic instability during a collision between the solar system giant planets. This great upheaval would have driven Uranus and Neptune outward, where they met a large population of small bodies that would be the origin of the current objects of the Kuiperbelt, which revolves around the solar system. According to the researchers, several small bodies of this primordial Kuiper band were spread inward, and some of them became Trojan asteroids. In fact, the latest simulations of the formation of small bodies suggest that binary systems like Patroclus-Menoetius are remnants of the very first moments of the system's birth. Current observations of the Kuiper belt show that these binary systems would have been common during system genesis. "There are only a few left in Neptune's course. The question is how they survived until today," said scientist William Bottke. The early solar instability model for solar systems presented in current works also has important implications for the rocky planets, especially with concerning the origins of the great craters of the moon, mercury and march, which were formed about 4 billion years ago. According to this model, the meteorites digging these craters are less likely to reach distant areas of the solar system. This may mean that they were made from the remains of small bodies from the process of forming rocky planets. The details of these works are published in the journal Nature Astronomy.

So You’ve Been in a Car Accident: What to Do First Having a car accident can leave a person feeling distracted and scatterbrained. Having a kit or a few items in your car, like a pad and pen, your organized insurance and registration information, and some road flares or small warning cones, can help. But regardless of whether or not you’ve prepped ahead of time, there are a few steps to take directly after an accident, and knowing what they are before the crash can help you keep calm and ensure that your interests and rights are protected. After an accident, the first priority is always safety. If the accident is minor, always remove the cars from the road lanes, or at least out of the way of traffic as best you can. Leaving cars in the road unnecessarily can cause even more collisions with other drivers not expecting to find stationary obstacles in the roadway. If the cars cannot be moved but the occupants can be moved safely, the occupants should move far away from the roadway to ensure they are not injured by traffic on the road. If someone is injured, even if it doesn’t seem that bad, call 911, both to protect everyone’s safety and to make a record of injuries for future disputes. In any case, contact the police. If you have road flares or warning cones with you, set them up to warn oncoming motorists. Only turn to consider insurance and legal concerns after all safety issues have been addressed. Documents and Insurance After safety has been attended to, you can begin gathering and sharing applicable information. After an accident, write down the names and contact information of everyone involved. Note the make, model, and year of the cars, as well the insurance carriers and policy numbers. Also remember to take photos. Take pictures of damage to your vehicle, damage to the other vehicles, the accident location, and, if you can, the people involved in the accident. If police are on the scene, document their names, badge numbers, and contact information, as well as the police report number. Record any injuries, medical treatments applied, and your best account of what happened. All of this information will assist you in filing your claim with your insurance company as well as bringing any suits necessary later down the line. Seek Some Help Nobody ever wants to be involved in a car accident. But with some preparation and an understanding of what to do if you’re ever involved in one, protecting your interests and ensuring you receive the best possible outcome can be fairly simple. After you’ve taken these steps and left the scene, consider taking one more step to protect yourself. Seek out legal counsel. At Barbas, Nunez, Sanders, Butler & Hovsepian, we have experiencing advising in all manner of personal injury issues, including auto accidents. If you’ve been in a car accident and believe you have grounds for a lawsuit or would like to discuss and explore your options, contact Barbas, Nunez, Sanders, Butler & Hovsepian, Lawyers and Counselors at Law at any of our offices in Tampa, Palm Harbor, and Land O’Lakes. Call toll-free at 1 (800) 227-2275 for a consultation today.

Sisley - Double Tenseur, Creme Pour le Cou & Aux Resines Tropicales range Last week I wrote a post about the new releases in the Sisley makeup range (read it here ). Today I am telling you something more about the new releases in the Sisley skincare range. I have a lot to show you guys! Let's start with the 'Aux Resines Tropicales' range. Sisley was already known for their existing produvts in this range (I love the purifying mask!) and now released 3 new products. Gentle cleansing gel/gel doux nettoyant: This gel is an effective cleansing gel that has to be used with water. The gel will make your skin feel very soft and fresh. When you use this gel with water it will turn into a soft foaming substance. It is not only a cleansing gel but also a purifying gel (great for oily skin). An important side-note: this is only a cleansing gel and not a makeup remover. When you wear makeup you have to use your makeup remover before you use this cleansing gel. Intensive serum/ sérum intesif: This serum will work as an emergency care for your skin. It cleans the pores, refines the skin structure and reduces impurities. When you use this serum for 7 days, you will already see results on your impurities. What I like about this serum is that it has a matte finish, so it will not make your skin look oily. Extra tip: You can use this serum on your T-zone, just on your pimples when you have a problem skin. Matifying moisturizing skin care/Soin hydratant matifiant: This product is just an absolute holy grail when you have an oily skin. It is an every day daycream but that will nourish your skin, purify your skin AND gove your skin a matte finish. Sisley Double Tenseur is an instant and long-term skincare product that will work on two levels: 1) an immediate lifting effect on the skin surface 2) profound firming of your skin Sisley Double Tenseur is a fresh gel which is perfumed with the natural scent of etheric oils of Lavender, Geranium, Litsea cubeba and Coriander. Sisley Double Tenseur is an All Day Long Product, this gel is a multifunctional gel and I'll explain you why: In the morning: When you use the gel in the morning all the signs of a night that was a little too short will be erased. This gel is also a perfect makeup primer. During the day: This gel can be used to give your makeup a little touch-up. Just dab a little product onto your makeup and you will see an immediate stimulating effect on your skin. In the evening: Perfect to give yourself an extra 'X-factor' to go out. Last but not least I want to show you the Neck Cream by Sisley. This cream existed already in the skincare range by Sisley since 1981, but the formula has changed a little bit. The cream feels a little more creamier because it was enriched. What will this cream do for my neck? - immediate lifting of the neck - intensive firming action - the lines of the neck will be recovered - nourishing and hydrating action Sisley Aux Resines Tropicales assortiment: - Gel Doux Nettoyant : € 68,50 - Sérum Intensif : € 126,50 - Soin Hydratant Matifiant : € 98,00 Sisley Double Tenseur : € 137,00 Sisley Creme Pour le Cou : € 128,00 Wow, that are a lot of great products. Which one is your favourite? My favourite product is Double Tenseur. Follow my blog on Facebook and Instagram

Dhaka, Bangladesh, November 12, 2019 – In-form Nepal thrashed hosts Bangladesh in easy straight sets on Tuesday to surge ahead pacesetters Maldives to the top of the standing and secure a final berth of the “Bangamata” 2019 Asian Senior Women’s Central Zone Volleyball Championship at the Shaheed Suhrawardi Indoor Stadium. Following the scintillating win, Nepal, the only team which have yet to lose a single set to their respective rivals in the single round-robin preliminaries, are assured of setting up a final clash against Maldives to vie for the top honour and gold medal. After four days of the round-robin competition, Nepal went atop the standing with 9 points from three straight wins, while Maldives dropped to the second place overall with 8 points from three wins in a row. Kyrgyzstan had 4 points from one win against 2 losses and hosts Bangladesh collected 3 points from one win against 2 losses to come in third and fourth places respectively. Afghanistan already completed their campaign, suffering four losses in a row in the preliminaries to crash out of the tournament. With one more day to go ahead of the final-day competition, Nepal and Maldives, are uncatchable and expected to finish top two in this five-team tournament no matter which team will reign supreme. Kyrgyzstan and hosts Bangladesh will contest the third-place playoff for bronze medal, while winless Afghanistan are certain of returning home empty-handed. On Wednesday, Nepal will play their last preliminary match against Maldives, in which the winning team will capture the top spot in the round-robin preliminaries and the losers the second place. However, both teams will play a rematch in the Thursday’s final showdown as the winners will be crowned the eventual champions. Hosts Bangladesh and Kyrgyzstan will also contest their last preliminary encounter on Wednesday when the winning team will finish third and the losers the fourth place in the preliminaries. Both sides will then fight it out again in a bronze-medal match the following day. In their third match of the tournament on Tuesday, Nepal spent only 56 minutes in outclassing hosts Bangladesh in a completely one-sided encounter 25-7 25-6 25-6. Pratibha Mali chipped in with 14 points including 11 attacks from 26 attempts. Sunita Khadka added 10 points including a team-leading 5 blocks, while Aruna Shahi scored 8 aces from 23 serves. Most Sabina Khatun led Bangladesh with 3 points. Earlier, Kyrgyzstan performed well up to their level to brush off Afghanistan in comfortable straight sets 25-6 25-7 25-15. Alina Garkushina topscored with 13 points for Kyrgyzstan, while Frozan Hadi, Fatima Qulami and Fatima Askari scored one point apiece for Afghanistan and took an advantage of the opponents’ errors with 25 points. Related links of AVC AVC Website: click www.asianvolleyball.net AVC Facebook: click www.Facebook.com/AsianVolleyballConfederation AVC Twitter: click: https://twitter.com/avcvolley AVC Instagram: click: https://www.instagram.com/avcvolley/?hl=en AVC Youtube: click: Asian Volleyball Confederation AVC WeChat: Asian Volleyball Confederation

Composer receives prestigious award Bromsgove-based Roger Jones, composer of more than 20 Christian musicals, author and speaker, has become the recipient of this year’s Thomas Cranmer Award for Worship. The award recognises outstanding contributions to all aspects of worship in the Church, including both words and music. The 2019 Awards were presented by Archbishop Justin Welby at Lambeth Palace last month (April) Roger, who came to faith at a Christian Endeavour group at Grenfell Baptist Church in East Birmingham and spent many of his formative years in that church, has 40 years experience working as a composer, evangelist, worship leader and speaker. Having studied music at the Birmingham School of Music (now Birmingham Conservatoire), he went on to become Head of Music at Aston Manor School in inner-city Birmingham. After a few years Roger felt the need to write music for his school choir that worked well in terms of age and ability, and he began with an Easter musical, ‘Jerusalem Joy’. This musical was featured on BBC Songs of Praise in the mid-1970s and has since been performed around the world. Roger continued to write musicals, and in 1984 left teaching to become full-time director of Christian Music Ministries. Some of his best-known works include ‘Saints Alive’, ‘While Shepherds Watched’ and ‘From Pharaoh to Freedom’. The citation states that Roger’s focus has always been on writing music which is accessible by the local church, and how he has always been missional – ‘motivated by a desire to share his own, strong, personal faith in Christ, and for others to catch that vision.’ It adds that Roger 'has the rare gift of enabling others to discover their God-given identity in Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and has used his musical gifts unstintingly towards this end.’ Previous award winners include Matt Redman, Stuart Townend and Tim Hughes. Roger said, ‘I was utterly speechless when I was told of the award. It is an incredible honour. Over the years it has been a joy to write music for the ordinary folk in the pew – music they can use to share the wonderful story of Jesus with their friends and neighbours. ‘I also feel it is important to say that this award is also for the team around me; family, friends and colleagues who have been tireless in their support and love. It was a delight to be able to take my wife Mary and my son Tim, now a partner in the ministry, to London to receive the award.’

Red Hat Delivers RHEL OpenStack Platform 7 The key selling point is its 350-plus partner ecosystem. - By Dan Kusnetzky Red Hat continues to both ride the OpenStack wave, and to bring it ever more tightly into its worldwide ecosystem with the delivery of Red Hat Enterprise OpenStack Platform 7. Red Hat Enterprise OpenStack Platform 7 is based on the OpenStack community "Kilo" release, the fifth iteration of this platform. It's built on the foundation of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, which the company describes as a "proven and trusted foundation." This means it supports Red Hat's access, application, processing, networking and storage virtualization technology. Dan's Take: It's the Ecosystem, Baby While Red Hat appears to be putting the technology up front, the real story Red Hat is telling is of its large, worldwide ecosystem that consists of nearly all major hardware, software and services providers. This, the company points out, allows it distinguish what it's doing from other OpenStack suppliers. Red Hat proudly proclaims Red Hat Enterprise Linux OpenStack Platform is backed by one of the largest OpenStack ecosystems, with more than 350 certified partners for OpenStack compute, storage, networking, and independent software vendor (ISV) applications and services. The company then ties OpenStack into its larger community that uses Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Is this enough to put Red Hat in front? I'm sure that Mirantis, SUSE, Oracle, Dell and other suppliers of OpenStack technology would point out that they're heavily involved, too. What is clear is that if an enterprise or s service provider is seeking a highly integrated, supportable release of OpenStack, Red Hat's offering should be on the short list. Daniel Kusnetzky, a reformed software engineer and product manager, founded Kusnetzky Group LLC in 2006. He's literally written the book on virtualization and often comments on cloud computing, mobility and systems software. He has been a business unit manager at a hardware company and head of corporate marketing and strategy at a software company.

As a senior at Parsons The New School for Design, Ingrid Zweifel was hunting around for a thesis project. She knew she wanted to explore how technology has changed the way people interact. One day, she met a woman who gushed about great blind date she’d recently had. “She said to me, ‘He left his phone at home for me. I was, like, oh, my God, that is beautiful,’” Zweifel recalled. A thesis was born. Zweifel’s project began with buttons stamped with the phrase “I left my phone at home for you.” The response to the buttons was so positive that she stuck with the concept. Starting on Nov. 25, Thanksgiving Day, her final product will be available in stores: a kerchief with the inscription “My Phone Is Off For You.” (More on Time.com: Bye-Bye, Baby: Why Selling Your Crib Hurts) What’s special (and innovative) about the kerchief is that it blocks cell service. By wrapping your phone in the “Phonekerchief,” you are rendering yourself digitally unreachable — for the benefit of your companion. I received a link to Zweifel’s project from my friend Saul, who’s heard me more than once evangelizing about my own self-imposed policy of “cell phone-free Sundays”: no texting, no emailing, no checking the map. My phone is turned off, or usually not even with me. Zweifel says she banishes her phone from the dinner table every night, even if she’s just eating something quickly by herself. (More on Time.com: Joel Stein’s Day of Unplugging) “Unlike breakfast or lunch, which you often have at work, dinner is a time with meaningful people in your lives — family and friends, so it’s a perfect time to put your phone away,” she says, adding: “And Thanksgiving is the dinner of all dinners, so I love that [the Phonekerchief’s release is] happening on Thanksgiving.” My own cell-phone-free policy was borne not out of respect for relationships with intimates, but out of a longing for interactions with strangers. One day, a year after I’d purchased an iPhone, I realized that I hadn’t gotten lost once. In a whole year, I hadn’t asked for directions from a store owner or stumbled upon a new street. Because of my phone, I wasn’t interacting in the three-dimensional world; I was simply following my 2D avatar, a blue dot on a Google Maps interface. I was missing out by taking the easier route. “What I’m seeing is a generation that says consistently, ‘I would rather text than make a telephone call.’ Why? It’s less risky. I can just get the information out there. I don’t have to get all involved; it’s more efficient,” said Dr. Sherry Turkle, a psychologist, professor and director of the MIT Initiative on Technology and Self in the PBS/Frontline documentary Digital Nation. (More on Time.com: Eureka! The Beauty of Free Time) “There’s this sense that you can have the illusion of companionship without the demands of friendship. The real demands of friendship, of intimacy, are complicated. They’re hard. They involve a lot of negotiation.” Digital efficiency also means the relegation of friends and loved ones to one slice of attention in a life spent multitasking. But multitasking shouldn’t be confused with efficiency: data suggest that multitaskers overestimate the amount of attention they can really pay to each task (or person). A 2009 Stanford University study of chronic digital multitaskers found that people who checked their email compulsively were less able to absorb information and — counterintuitively — were not as good at switching between tasks, compared with people who weren’t chronic multitaskers. Further, the multitaskers overestimated their abilities. So, for instance, when your brother insists he’s listening to your story, even as he texts his girlfriend, he really does believe that he’s hearing you. But chances are, he got only every other word. (More on Time.com: Top 10 Technology Bans) I asked Zweifel about her goals with the Phonekerchief. “I want this to be a whole movement – a mind set,” she says. “I hope in five years we don’t need this anymore because, really, I want to change behaviors.” So, even if you don’t invest in a Phonekerchief, maybe you can designate this Thanksgiving as a phone-free holiday and pay full attention to the person across the table, whether it’s your bumpkin cousin or your snobby sister-in-law. At least you can disagree with one another in the real world instead of furtively texting zingers to your digital friends, those flat faceless avatars in your phone. More on Time.com:

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05 Aug 10 ways to give your home a facelift – John McGrath In his column in Switzer, John McGrath discusses the 10 best ways to update your home without blowing the budget. Here’s what he had to say: But ripping out entire rooms – which is what we usually see on TV – is not always required to achieve a great new look. There are plenty of cheap and easy ways to give your home a facelift without going to the expense of total replacement. You could literally save thousands of dollars if you just do a little research and have a good walk around your local hardware store. Here is a list of cheap, quick and easy ways to smarten up your home: Nothing lifts the look and feel of a home better than a fresh coat of paint. Painting a whole house professionally is expensive, so you can save a lot by doing it yourself. I recommend neutral colours, which allows you plenty of flexibility with furniture colours. Talk to an expert about gloss versus matte and colour selection. A quick way of doing things is to pick a neutral colour for the walls and then paint the doors, door frames, skirtings, architraves and ceilings in simple white. Consider a mould-resistant paint for the bathroom and laundry. If you have children, look at wash and wear paints so you can wipe off marks more easily. 2. New window coverings Replace old-style options, like venetian blinds and long curtains, with more modern options like plantation shutters or roman blinds in neutral colours. 3. Install a skylight If your property is dark, skylights are your best friend. Bringing in more natural light will have an immediate and lasting effect on the ambience of your home. 4. Replace light fittings If you’re on a budget, I’d go for one or two designer light fittings – such as pendant lights in the main living areas – and cheaper, simple and uniform fittings in the other rooms. 5. Replace wall light switch covers This is a really cheap, but effective way of making every room look smarter. Many older style homes have plain white light switch covers. If they’re looking grubby or old fashioned, consider silver, stainless steel or a more modern white cover. You’ll pay about $6.50 for a typical single switch silver cover at Bunnings. 6. Steam clean carpets before considering replacing them Some carpets are so worn out that nothing will save them – in which case, replace. However if your carpets are in good condition, but just a bit grubby with some stains and marks, try professional steam cleaning before you spend thousands of dollars replacing them.7 7. Replace door, drawer and cupboard handles This very low cost change will have a big impact. Try to find new handles that are similar in length and shape to your current ones, so you can place them over the holes from your previous handles – no filling required. 8. Upgrade the garden with simple tricks It will also reduce weeds and the garden will require less watering. 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You’ll be looking at a few thousand dollars to refinish, several thousand to reface, and tens of thousands to replace (unless you go for a simple flat pack kitchen, which is a great replacement option for lower priced properties). 10. Consider quick bathroom updates Resurfacing your tiles and bathtub is much cheaper than replacement. Even bathrooms in darker colours can be sprayed a brilliant white. Alternatively, you can paint the tiles yourself, but get advice first and make sure you use a primer. If you want to replace the tiles, consider cheap ceramic tiles with a marble-like pattern or natural stone look. Also, replace your old shower frame with frameless glass – it’s far easier to keep clean and the extra expense of glass over a new aluminium frame is worth it! When doing any kind of renovations, you need to consider what actually suits your home. I also recommend keeping re-sale in mind, even if you intend to stay put for the foreseeable future. For example, if you own a modest home at the more affordable end of the price scale, don’t go tiling the bathroom with travertine stone because buyers in your price bracket will not pay more for that. Equally, if you’re renovating a larger home at the middle to higher end of the price scale, don’t use cheap ceramic tiles when your buyers will expect travertine. If you need help making decisions, contact a local agent. Good agents will be more than willing to give you advice even if you have no plans to sell, so why not leverage their expertise to help you make the right call on your next round of home improvements?

The Department of Classics at Illinois has received from LAS alumnus George Reveliotis an endowment commitment of $1.5 million, one of the largest gifts to a humanities program on campus. The George N. Reveliotis Family Hellenic Studies Endowment will support a lecturer position in the Department of the Classics, which offers courses in Ancient and Modern Greek studies. In addition and most importantly, the endowment will support undergraduate and graduate scholarships and fellowships, as well as study abroad opportunities. In the near future, the endowment will also support a professorship in Hellenic Studies. Reveliotis (BA, ’96, history), a father of four, is the founder and managing partner in Reveliotis Law, P.C., a property tax and real estate law firm in Park Ridge, Illinois. He serves as the president of the Pan-Arcadian Federation of America and a board member of the Greek American Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He is also on the board of advisors of the PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation. He has already been a strong supporter of the Department of Classics. He previously funded a teaching assistant position for the Department, and in late 2018 he pledged another $100,000 to fund a lecturer. The 2018 gift has now been incorporated into the $1.5 million endowment, which Reveliotis has pledged over the next 10 years. Reveliotis said that his decision to give came from perspective he’s gained as an attorney who has helped people who’ve come to America work through their successes and failures. He wanted to leave something that carried a “different type of value,” he said, which can carry on in perpetuity. “The purpose of the endowment will be to help reconnect academia with its roots, to connect students with the history, the language, and the light of the civilization that Greece has given to the world, because I believe that it is a way to promote Hellenism through education at American universities, where Hellenism will be taught to non-Greeks,” Reveliotis said. “The United States is more than just a nation or country. It is an idea. It is an institution of the mind where everything is possible as evidenced by the founders’ vision and the Bill of Rights. In essence, America is a child of Hellenism,” Reveliotis added. “As such, we Americans need to be afforded the opportunity to learn the basic tenets of Hellenism as they were known at inception and their first application in the world’s first institution of the Western mind.” Antony Augoustakis, head of the Department of Classics, said that the generous endowment from Reveliotis will strengthen a thriving department on campus and its Ancient and Modern Greek programs. “Such superb support for the classics and Hellenic Studies translates into amazing opportunities for the undergraduate and graduate students who study the classics, not only Greek language but also cultural studies,” Augoustakis said. The Department of Classics began to offer Modern Greek language classes last August and with great success. Classics offers a variety of classes to thousands of students every year. Greek Mythology alone enrolls 1,500 students every year and has a very long tradition at the University for many generations of undergraduates. “The study of Ancient and Modern Greek will continue to thrive on the flagship campus of the University of Illinois, in a department with such a long tradition in offering Greek and courses in Hellenic culture since the foundation of the university,” Augoustakis said. There are three designations for the gift: - The George N. Reveliotis family Hellenic Studies Lecturer Fund will support a lecturer in the Department of Classics to teach courses in Modern Greek language, Greek culture, and the reception of Classics. - The George N. Reveliotis Family Hellenic Studies Travel Scholarship Fund will support scholarships intended to expose a wide variety of students to Hellenism through study abroad in Greece. - The George N. Reveliotis Family Hellenic Studies Endowment Fund will support specific purposes such as professorships, graduate fellowships, and scholarships. Feng Sheng Hu, the Harry E. Preble Dean of the College of LAS, said that the gift from Reveliotis will support a vital avenue of study at Illinois. “This wonderful gift is a testament to the excellence of people and programs in LAS and the Department of Classics, and it provides the means for an even more successful future,” Hu said. “We are enormously grateful for the generosity of Mr. Reveliotis. His gift helps secure the future of an important program in LAS, and it affirms the importance of Hellenic studies and humanities as fields of study.” U of I Provost Andreas Cangellaris said that the university is fortunate for Reveliotis’ passion about Hellenic studies. “This gift will help cultivate and extend access to Hellenic studies across the campus,” Cangellaris said. “We are grateful for his loyalty, and we look forward to all the good that his gift will bring to our programs and our students for years to come.”

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It may achieve a wider range, including a preparation for environment standards (ISO 14000), for safety (ISO 18000) and for quality, which basic principles further the management of this combination and, in the long run, for one sustainable development. The purpose of the present article is to be worked-out and presented the basic methodological aspects for sustainable development training in the higher education, which will give an opportunity to the students to receive wider knowledge in this field. With the help of the basic methodological aspects, has been worked-out a concrete model syllabus for sustainable development training of the students from the higher technical schools in our country. Influence of parameters by electronic ray on properties of superficial layers of optical elements of exact instrument-makingpg(s) 13-15 In the article are presented the results of researches of action of electronic ray on optical elements. The analysis of surfaces of elements before and after a beam-processing the method of atomic-force microscopy shows that in first case the height of microburries makes 50…60 nm, and in second case goes down to the level of 0,5…1 nm. Influence of parameters of electronic ray is set on the height of microburries: the increase of closeness of thermal influence of ray in 6 times results in diminishing of height of microburries in 3…4 time, diminishing of rate of movement of ray in 5 times results in diminishing of height of microburries in 5…6 times. It is shown that by optimization of the modes of beam-processing of elements it is possible substantially to improve (to 50…60%) properties of its superficial layers and basic operating descriptions of devices. Thus probability of destruction of elements and death devices in the conditions of intensive external thermal influences, devices can undergo that at their storage, portage and application, diminishes in 1,5…2 time. While designing a Cardan coupling it is necessary to assess the assembly-ability of its components as well as to ensure that they do not interfere with each other during normal operation. In practice, this is done by use of prebuilt sample models, where everything is checked by experimenting. The authors share herewith their idea for developing a new approach to designing Cardan couplings, where all operations are performed in an automated way as early as the design stage. STUDIES AND RESEARCH ON THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A MACHINE FOR TENDERIZE MEAT WITH THE PNEUMATIC ACTION AND AUTOMATION MODULESpg(s) 20-24 The mechanical tenderization , during meat processing, can be the advantageous solution for rapid maturation of the product. This method represents the possibility to modulate the working process on optimal variants of applying the impact force, the pressing time and the relaxation time of the product. In this paper there is presented an experimental model of machine of our own conception for the optimization of the tenderization process of the meat. The paper, presents the adequate system of pneumatic action and the automation elements of the working parameters which were made as our own conception for construction of a machine for meat tenderization. Within the elaborated pneumatic scheme of driving there are identified the elements that can be electrically driven and the basis established scheme includes the programmable controller of the process. The results of studies of the influence of the type of machining and tool material to the structural state of the surface layer and the fatigue strength of ХВСГsteel during machining are shown. Processing with the composite-10 tool in a surface layer for α – and γ – phases is accompanied only by compressing residual pressure while abrasive processing promotes occurrence of stretching pressure of an I-type. Increasing of cutting speed of the composite-10 tool from 50 to 200 m/min does not lead to significant changes in fatigue strength. INTRODUCTION OF AN INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGICAL PROCESS IN THE GEAR GRINDING WORKSHOP AT ZMM NOVA ZAGORApg(s) 28-31 The article studies the prerequisites for the introduction of process innovations at ZMM Nova Zagora JSC. The main principles of an original approach for decreasing the degree of discrete manufacturing by introducing an innovative technological process for mechanical machining of tooth gears are expounded. The results of its introduction in the gear grinding workshop are presented. The paper contains a numerical-analytical solution for deflections and force factors in a cantilever plate of infinite length due to a concentrated load, which is obtained using modern data about optimal quadrature integration. The aspect of optimality is the main feature that distinguished the present solution. The formulas provide high accuracy, which is examined through comparison of the results with the finite elements method and another numerical-analytical solution. The paper also contains formulas for deflections for different laws of load distribution and ideas for their application. A detailed study of the financial concepts fundamentals certainly is to give some idea on the concepts of finance. The investment world can be confusing for the investors. The investors need to go through some finance theories which will help them to understand the market behavior in a better way. There are a number of factors that influence the functioning of the investment market. The individual investor’s choice of investment may vary from one person to another. While some investors go for investing in the risky securities, some investors tend to play safe in the market by investing in the less risky environment. The finance theory concept including studying the various ways by which businesses and individuals raise money, as well as how money are allocated to projects while considering the associated with them risk factors. On the basis of long-term statistics data of wires swinging accumulated by energy systems of Kazakhstan the swinging intensity linear regressional dependence has been elucidated as a function of wind speed and its direction to the power line, as well as the length of a span and the number of half-waves in the span. Lower and upper limits of regression equations parameters has been estimated. APPLICATION OF CAD / CAM SYSTEM FOR FINDING INTERSECTION OF GEOMETRIC OBJECTS IN THE LEARNING PROCESSpg(s) 42-44 This work is predstaveno decision of task of finding the intersection of geometric objects with the use of CAD / CAM systems in particular graphical programming environment Autocad .. The problem is solved by the method of auxiliary secant planes. Based on the studies and analyzes on resolving this type of geometric tasks is summarized methodology for finding the intersection between the two geometric objects. The process of the graphic finding the intersection by using the CAD / CAM system is illustrated step by step on the basis of the methodology. Because of the surface oxide film’s presence, a negative electric potential and formation of the disadvantageous residual strains under the galvanic film’s putting on soft metals and alloys, there are the coming of considerable technological complications. This is obstructive to the good interaction between the films and main metal. In this case it is expedient the technological combination the galvanic film of the surface with surface plastic deformation. In this case, the surface plastic deformation is realized by the tools with radial feed of the deforming elements.

We’re used to Javier Bardem (Mother!) taking center stage in movies, so we were intrigued to hear about his latest project — a four-part miniseries for Amazon called Cortés. It may not be a film but its Hollywood credentials are there, with Steven Spielberg producing and a script penned by Steven Zaillian, the writer behind the Oscar-winning 1993 Holocaust drama Schindler’s List. According to Deadline, the screenplay is even based on one written in the 1960s by legendary blacklisted Hollywood writer Dalton Trumbo, who was recently played by Bryan Cranston in the 2016 film Trumbo. Nor is Javier’s character a hero, necessarily. He’ll play controversial 16th century conquistador Hernán Cortés, whose expedition to the Americas in 1519 led to large portions of Mexico becoming part of the Spanish Empire, but also the destruction of Aztec civilization. “It is a privilege to tell this epic story,” Javier was quoted as saying, “one that is full of drama and conflict within this huge, historical spectacle where two distant civilizations clash at the height of their reign.” He continued: “The best and worst of human nature came to life in all its light and darkness. As an actor, there is no better challenge than to serve such a unique project that I have been passionate about for years, and I am thrilled to be working with this dream team of Steven Spielberg, Steven Zaillian and Amazon.” It’s not the first time Javier has played a controversial historical figure. Last year, he took on the role of Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar, starring opposite real-life wife Penélope Cruz, in Loving Pablo, and in 2000 he played Cuban poet Reinaldo Arenas in Before Night Falls. There’s no word yet on when Cortés will air, but we think it’s likely to be 2019. Are you looking forward to see Javier Bardem in this role?Read More

Experts, research and other news resources for wildfire season Washington State University scientists are actively working to address the impacts of wildfires, while other faculty and staff are experts in mitigation, response and recovery. Listed below are several resources available to news media during the 2019 wildfire season. General media inquiries can be directed to: WSU News & Media Relations news editor WSU News & Media Relations director - WSU Extension: A leader in wildfire response and recovery - Defending Washington’s forests - Forecasting smoke from wildfires for the Pacific and Inland Northwest - Impact of air quality advisories on health outcomes - Studying the wildland/urban interface - Economics of wildfires - Impact of wildfires on water quality - Improving soil stability post wildfires - Understanding fire’s role in the forest - Preparing communities, youth camps for wildfire With offices in every county statewide, WSU Extension brings expertise in disaster mitigation, response and recovery. Its wildfire recovery website is packed with information, contacts and links to key agencies and services, including status updates on ongoing fires, preparedness and access to a wide variety of other resources related to the agriculture, economic and health impacts of wildfires. WSU Extension is also an active member of the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN), which provides resources for extension professionals and the public on critical issues related to disasters including wildfires. Michael J. Gaffney, acting director of WSU Extension, is also chief of the Washington State Law Enforcement Mountain Operations School. He is a FEMA-certified emergency management trainer and formerly served as the director of the WSU Office of Emergency Management for six years. - Michael Gaffney, acting director, WSU Extension, 509‑335‑4611, email@example.com Extension Foresters share knowledge to stop fires from destroying forests, rural homes WSU Extension Foresters play a front-line role in defending Washington forests from devastating fire. At work in communities in every part of the state, these experts tour land with forest owners and offer best practices aimed at preserving forest health, protecting against disease and pests that weaken trees, and minimizing risks during fire season. Protection from wildfire and forest health issues are the core of the eastern Washington Extension Forestry program, led by Forester Andrew Perleberg. In northwest Washington, Forester Brendan Whyte, and in southwest Washington, Patrick Schults, teach fire prevention through coached planning courses and seminars. Extension Foresters can share perspectives on fire danger and prevention, as well as tips for protecting forests and homes. Kevin Zobrist, associate professor, Extension Forestry, oversees Extension Forestry in Island, King, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish and Whatcom Counties. Kelsey Ketcheson, forestry program coordinator, leads outreach in King County. - Andrew Perleberg, Regional Extension Specialist and Forestry Team Leader, serving eastern Washington, 509‑667‑6540, firstname.lastname@example.org - Kelsey Ketcheson, Forestry Program Coordinator, King County, 206‑263‑1128, email@example.com - Patrick Shults, Southwest Washington Extension Forester (Counties served: Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Thurston, Wahkiakum. 360‑740‑1213, firstname.lastname@example.org - Brendan Whyte, Forestry Program Coordinator, North Puget Sound (Counties served: Island, King, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom). 425‑357‑6023, email@example.com - Kevin Zobrist, Associate Professor, Extension Forestry, 425‑357‑6017, firstname.lastname@example.org Since the year 2001, the Laboratory for Atmospheric Research at WSU has been forecasting daily air quality and air pollution. The most recent version of LAR’s forecasting system is AIRPACT5. AIRPACT5 uses satellite information to estimate the emissions and heat release from a fire. It then uses this information to determine how air quality is affected across the Pacific Northwest. Government agencies in Idaho, Oregon and Washington use the AIRPACT system for daily air quality forecasts. LAR researchers are also developing a network of low‑cost sensors to monitor air quality in the Spokane area and, in an interdisciplinary project involving data and health sciences, are using social media data to understand community-level responses to poor air quality events. Researchers in the laboratory also study indoor air quality, including smoke infiltration into homes. Julie Postma’s research examines the impact of air quality advisories and other risk messaging on health outcomes. Postma, an associate professor and assistant dean of research for the WSU College of Nursing, is working with colleagues in engineering and medicine to study the use of social media in risk communication. She uses multiple research methods to engage patients, parents, clinical and community partners in collaborative research and advocacy. - Julie Postma, assistant dean of research and associate professor, WSU College of Nursing, 253‑445‑4612, email@example.com Over the last two decades, natural resources sociologist and forester Matthew Carroll has studied the effects of fire on communities adjacent to wildlands (undeveloped forests, grasslands, etc.) also known as the Wildland Urban Interface. Specifically, his research is focused on how WUI community residents in the US West can become better adapted to the risks inherent in the current era of “megafires.” Carroll writes that fire is here to stay and a big part of the long-term answer will be for human communities to become more fire adapted so when a wild fire does occur, it is a manageable problem rather than a catastrophe. - Matthew Carroll, professor, WSU School of the Environment, 509‑335‑2235, firstname.lastname@example.org Large wildfires are becoming increasingly common and costly in the United States and wildfire suppression expenditures and the economic damages from wildfires are increasing. WSU economist Jonathan Yoder’s research focuses on the economic incentives for managing wildfire risks before they occur and for fighting fires after they start. Yoder has written extensively on how liability law and regulation around wildfire and prescribed fire affect land use, fire prevention, and suppression, and the economic consequences of these activities on wildfire outcomes. - Jonathan Yoder, professor, WSU School of Economic Sciences, 509‑335‑8596, email@example.com Wildfires can influence both water quantity and quality from a watershed, and potable water providers must face the challenge of adapting to a dramatically altered landscape and disrupted water supply. In collaboration with the Yakima Drinking Water Utility, Amanda Hohner, assistant professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, is investigating the impact of erosion from wildfires on water quality and drinking water treatment. The researchers are studying how the Norse Peak Wildfire, which burned in the Cascade Mountains in 2017, affected water quality of the Naches River, which the City of Yakima uses for its drinking water supply. The information gained from the research study will help drinking water utilities plan for, and respond to, future wildfires. - Amanda Hohner, assistant professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, firstname.lastname@example.org Idil Akin, assistant professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, studies the short and long‑term effects of wildfires on hydrologic behavior and shallow landslide susceptibility of hillslopes. Her group is investigating environmentally friendly soil improvement alternatives to improve hillslope stability post wildfires. - Idil Akin, assistant professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, 509‑335‑0568, email@example.com Mark Swanson, associate professor of landscape ecology and silviculture in the School of the Environment, is a forester and forest ecologist who researches and teaches how forest disturbances like fire help promote biodiversity in the Pacific Northwest. Fostering an appreciation for how fire can often benefit many native plants and animals, Swanson helps Washingtonians learn about the different kinds of fire. His expertise helps people plan and protect themselves from fire, while also shedding light on fire’s role as a key to forest resilience. - Mark E. Swanson, associate professor, WSU School of the Environment, 509‑335‑1349, firstname.lastname@example.org Every summer, thousands of children explore nature and build self‑confidence at more than 400 youth camps in Washington. Camps contribute to rural economic vitality and link urban centers with rural communities, but they’re often located in areas at risk from wildfires. Mike Jensen, Director of Pend Oreille County Extension and a Community Economic Development Educator for WSU Extension, helps camps and communities prepare for wildfire, sharing knowledge and training. - Michael T. Jensen, director, Pend Oreille County Extension, 509‑447‑6452, email@example.com

2020 Cancellation FAQ: Why did you cancel the race? We initially postponed this year’s race due to the COVID-19 crisis and the governor’s resulting Safer at Home. As uncertainty for our ability to reschedule the race grew, and upon careful consideration of all other factors, we made the difficult decision to cancel the race. What happens to my registration fee? We have three options for those who have already registered. 1. Donate your registration fee to APDA Wisconsin and receive a 20% discount for your 2021 registration. 2. Defer your registration to our 2021 event 3. Transfer your registration to someone else for our 2021 event. Why should I donate my registration fee? We encourage you to donate your registration fee to the American Parkinson Disease Association Wisconsin Chapter. All proceeds from the Parkinson’s Race have always gone to APDA Wisconsin. In fact, our event is now their biggest fundraiser of the year! In 2019, we raised nearly $80,000 for their education and exercise programs. In these uncertain times, people with Parkinson’s need more support than ever, and APDA Wisconsin needs our support more than ever. When you choose to donate your registration fee, you’ll receive a coupon code for 20% off your registration for our 2021 event. We can also send you a receipt for your tax-deductible donation, if you’d like. Can I still get my t-shirt and medal? I’m sorry, no t-shirts and medals will not be sent out or available for pick up. Can I still run the course? As of April 16, the Glacial Drumlin Trail is still open for recreational use. However, individuals are encouraged not to travel for their outdoor exercise. Please practice safe social distancing wherever you run. Check cdc.gov for the latest recommendations How else can I help the American Parkinson Disease Association Wisconsin Chapter? There are lots of ways to support APDA Wisconsin. You can learn more about them, and make online donations at their website. You can also register and fundraise for the APDA Wisconsin Optimism Walk on August 30. Registration is free for this fun, family-friendly, and active event. What does APDA Wisconsin do with the money we donate? Our race supports educational programming and exercise classes throughout the state. It helps to provide financial support to families struggling to afford all the additional costs of life with Parkinson’s. Your generosity helps us help the APDA to provide education and support to everyone in Wisconsin affected by Parkinson’s disease, helping them live life to the fullest. Learn more about APDA Wisconsin, their mission, and programs at apdaparkinson.org/wisconsin How do I register? Registration is done via runsignup.com – click HERE to go directly to our registration page. Can I pick up my packet before the race? Yes, packet pick up will be on Friday night at Cottage Grove Town Hall from 4-7pm. 4058 County Road N Cottage Grove, WI 53527 What if I can’t pick up my packet before the race? You can pick up your packet on race day. How can I volunteer? Check out our Volunteer page. Can a group volunteer together? Yes, fill out the volunteer form and indicate in the comment section that you have a group but every volunteer needs to fill out the google document so we can get an accurate count on the number of volunteers and t-shirt sizes. How can I donate? Donations can be made online or on the day of the event. Can I buy an apparel item even if I don’t participate? Yes, we will have some apparel available at packet pick up and on race day. How can I sponsor this event? Please visit our Sponsor page. We have several different sponsorship levels. Can I have more information on the APDA/Parkinson’s? Yes, you can visit their website HERE. Where does the money go that is raised? All the money raised goes to the American Parkinson Disease Association – Wisconsin Chapter How do I get my race results? Race results will be posted on the Race Result page several days after the race. We will also post the results on the website as soon as possible. No, the course is not certified at this time. Can I register in person race day? Yes, if we do not sell out than you can register on race day. Onsite registration will begin at 6:30 am if spots are still remaining. T-shirts and medals cannot be guaranteed. Can I pick up my friend’s packet when I pick up my packet? Yes, and we’ll need your friend’s full name. Can I register for my friend when I register? No, as he/she will need to sign a waiver. Can I register for my family? Yes, immediate family members only. (husband, wife, children) Where should I park? Free parking is available in adjacent parking lots and on-street parking. Parking is available on a first-come-first-serve basis. A shuttle bus will run along main street taking people to the race start from many of our parking lots, and it will continue to run until noon on race day. What times are the runs starting? Half Marathon at 8:00 am, 5K at 8:30 am. Can I listen to my Ipod/MP3 player? Yes, these devices will be allowed. However, please use caution. Can I bring my dog? No, pets are not allowed on the trail. Can I push a baby stroller on the course. No, there simply is not enough room on the trail. Are bikes allowed on the course? No, sorry. We cannot have those out there for the safety of the runners and walkers.

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Gluten Free what? I want to know who here has dietary needs? This may include allergies (to food), cultural aspects to red meat, vegetarian, or pescatarian (like me). I want to know so I have an idea of what I could put up that everybody would enjoy and be able to eat. And yes, I know, there are 240 members besides me, and this will cause some chaos, because I reckon at least half of you lot will have dietary needs, and they won t all be the same, making it hard to work on, so I also want a show of hands as to who actually reads my recipes (wont be offended if no one puts their hands up). And finally, I want a show of hands as to who actually looks at my recipes and thinks Yum yum, I want to try that!!!. I love to read your recipes, and there've been a few that I've actually made! And as for special dietary needs, I'm rather experienced in that area, having cooked vegan, vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Corn Free, Sugar Free, Low Sodium, Grain Free, Corn Free, Egg Free, and Soy Free, in the past 10 years I've been cooking. So I can pull some recipes out of my hat and throw them around sometime. Wow! You have a lot of siblings (just kidding). Well, you may have ten years of experience but I haven`t been cooking since I was three (more like six, actually). So out of those options, what are your dietary needs? Weeeell… I do have five brothers, but none of them have dietary resistants. I used to have allergies to corn and wheat, I went completely GF, DF, CF, and vegetarian for a few months, several years ago, and I'm still somewhat sensitive to sugar. But in my vast cooking career (I started cooking when I was about 4 and took over cooking for my family when I was about 10 - I'm 17 now) I've done cooking for potluck dinners and such, as well as serving food to families with newborn children, etc. So I've done a lot of special needs cooking. m glad youre going to be my assistant then. Do you have a character up yet? And 17? 4 whole years ahead of me. No, not yet - things have been busy around here lately. It's on my list of things to do this week though, hopefully it happens.

I remember as a kid thinking that wooden pallets were about the weirdest thing I have ever seen. I didn’t understand why someone would build a storage platform with holes in it. But it is possible to turn a storage platform into some crafty DIY projects with pallets. In reality, pallets are extremely useful and effective for storage and very cheap to manufacture. They are great if you have large stacks of material or product or objects you don’t want on the floor. You may have ended up with pallets if you have ever ordered large quantities of a product like sod, water bottles, etc. Whether you have unused pallets or are just looking for a way a creative and cheap way to find solutions to household needs, pallets can be very versatile in solving your problems. Turn those ugly pallets into something useful by making your favorite DIY projects with pallets. It sounds kind of funny, but have you ever seen a pallet that has been sanded, painted, and cut down and used to hold pictures or wine bottles? Depending on the color and style it gives a different feel, but regardless of the desire to look fancy or rustic it looks classy anyway you do it. Pallets are a great way to be able to add to the style and feel of your home. Many businesses just trash pallets after they get in shipments, so you may be able to get the pallets for super cheap, or free. With a little work and creativity, they will elevate your home decor level by a ton. I’ve even seen old pallets used for shiplap, the possibilities are endless when you think about it. Why not create your own DIY projects with pallets and decorate your home with them. What other types of decor could you make out of old pallets? While not all types of furniture can be designed by pallet, there are many that can be and look very good once completed. Coffee tables, porch swings, platform beds and even chairs can be made from pallets if you have some handyman skills. It is super cheap to acquire the pallets, and then all that is really needed for most projects is the necessary tools (hammer and nails, saw, drill, depending on the job), glass top for a table, cushions for a chair, and cushions and hanging materials for swings. Try making furniture using own DIY projects with pallets. The effort could potentially save you a ton of money and provide a really nice looking piece of furniture that you take pride in knowing you made yourself. Most of us can use a little more organization in our lives and homes. Pallets can be a great way to provide that. If you remove some of the planks, you can easily put things indies. If you then mount the pallet on the wall, you have a bookshelf, a front door hanger for keys, hats, and coat hooks. Shoe racks are common use and can be done with a single pallet by standing it up and putting the toes of the shoes in the gaps, or by taking apart multiple pallets and customizing your own look and designs. What other organizational DIY projects with pallets could you come up with? Pallets are a great way to give your pets a place to sleep. More customization is required to make the right shape and size for the needs of your pet. But when done well, it can provide a spacious and cheap living space for your pet. If you are going to use a pallet in this way, make sure that you sand it well and ensure that no nails are exposed. Splitters of wood or nails will cause any harm to your pet. Pallets are a great way to add a little something different to your home. It provides a cool look for a great price. If you are handy, you can easily pull this off, or look for a do it yourself tutorial online if you need a little more help. Instructional materials can be confusing and hard to understand. Please don’t be afraid to visit, challengerpallet.com to look up any terminology that you don’t understand. This website contains a thorough set of definitions that can help you out. Happy building!

Cobcroft's record bequest to Jockeys Trust Prominent breeders, John and Denise Cobcroft had an incredible passion for the thoroughbred racing industry. As such, they have left a wonderful legacy. On behalf of the Trustees of the Denise Cobcroft Breeding Trust, Mr Bob Charley AO today announced a bequest of $400,000 to the National Jockeys Trust in accordance with the wishes of Denise. This announcement was made during the National Jockeys Trust luncheon at Randwick racecourse, and serves as the largest donation from an individual, fundraiser or bequest since the establishment of the charitable organisation in 2004. The Denise Cobcroft Breeding Trust was established following a conversation between Denise and Bob Charley a few months prior to her passing. Denise made a passionate plea "Darling....I do not want you to sell my mares, I want you to continue to breed with them.” As per her wishes the Denise Cobcroft Breeding Trust was legally formed, with Peter Brown, Fred Moses and Bob Charley appointed as Trustees. The mares remained under the care of Fred Moses and the Trustees continued to breed with them, at the request of Denise, the proceeds to help injured jockeys. “Denise Cobcroft was known as a charismatic, warm-hearted, titian-haired beauty with dancer’s legs and abiding love of animals. It was Denise’s desire that the money should benefit injured jockeys so it gives the Trustees great satisfaction to have been able to fulfil the wishes of this beautiful friend” said Bob Charley AO. Her father a Hollywood actor, her Uncle an Oscar winner, Denise was destined to follow an artistic path. A dancer in London, she made her way to theatre and film in New York, Paris and New Zealand. This journey brought her to Melbourne where she would make appearances on the Don Lane & Barry Creighton Shows, and became known for her affinity with animals. Denise met her husband and soul mate of four decades at the 1966 Singleton Horseshow. John was a wonderful horseman, playing polo for Australia alongside brother Brian who represented Australia in the Olympic Games. John and Denise made a striking couple, who loved their life on the horse and cattle property Parraweena, where Denise continued her great passion for horses, dogs and breeding and judging poultry. Denise Cobcroft passed away in 2010, five years after her husband John in 2005. The Cobcroft racing story beings with the success of Caranna (1955 AJC Derby, Rosehill Guineas, Caulfield Guineas etc); raced by John’s father. The Cobcrofts raced and/or bred many stakes winners including Salaam, Big Circle, Hot as Hell, Flaming Hot, Pekalan, Momentaire, Key Issue. Stakes success continued under the Breeding Trust of Denise Cobcroft with Master Harry, Under the Louvre, In Her Time and Alart. “The bequest from the Breeding Estate of Denise Cobcroft is the largest donation ever received by the National Jockeys Trust. It is extremely humbling to formally acknowledge this donation, on behalf of the National Jockeys Trust Board of Trustees and most importantly the beneficiaries of the National Jockeys Trust. We would like to thank the Trustees Peter Brown, Bob Charley AO and Fred Moses for their management of the Trust and for making this presentation.” said Paul Innes, Chairman of the National Jockeys Trust and Chief Executive of the Australian Jockeys Association. John Cobcroft dubbed his much loved wife “Big Red”, her contribution to the Jockeys Trust will be as meaningful to many injured jockeys and their families as the other racing Big Red - Phar Lap - was to those who needed a beacon of hope in his time. Denise Cobcroft certainly was one of a kind, and the National Jockeys Trust will remember her that way. Watch Interview with Bob Charley on Racing.com here:

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A million kilometres for perfect braking. A perfect product is a product that has past the strictest tests in every condition of use. This is why every year Brembo conducts more than 150 tests on the track and covers a million kilometres (3 times the distance between the Earth and the moon) in road tests to ensure the highest possible quality of its products. A braking system, to be perfect, must past the strictest tests conducted in all conditions of use, even the most extreme. These are tests designed to define the quality, performance and efficiency of the products, conducted in perfectly equipped laboratories, but also on the road and on the track. In fact, every year Brembo dedicates about 350,000 man hours at the test bench and about 200,000 man hours on road tests. Brembo follows a rigorous sequence of tests that required testing on static benches, test cycles on dynamic benches and road tests: three necessary steps to put the braking systems through their paces in conditions of use similar to real life. Static test benches constitute the first phase of testing and also the link between design, experimentation and production, thereby defining the factory assembly specs. On the static benches the tests necessary for checking compliance with the design requirements are conducted and prototypes are subjected to load cycles (pressure and braking torque) greater than physically applicable on the vehicle in various environmental conditions (temperature, humidity and corrosive environments). Then tests are conducted on the dynamic benches which allow the vehicle dynamics to be simulated through the combination of mass and speed. The checks conducted involve efficiency and resistance, also using loads greater than the operating loads with respect to appropriate safety coefficients. These benches, designed by Brembo, operate autonomously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, thanks to sophisticated control systems in order to reduce development times and they are capable of simulating all the approved circuits in the world for the various car and motorbike categories and the major Alpine downhill runs for any type of vehicle. Also on the dynamic benches comfort is tested, measured based on three characteristics defined by the acronym "NVH": Noise Vibration Harshness. The lower these three elements are, the quieter and vibration-free braking will be. Brembo also has a roller bench for cars, bikes and trucks where the vehicle can reach 250 km/h at temperatures between -30 and +40 oC. This is a true test booth which simulates road tests in every condition, from snow to wet roads at extreme speeds. However, it is the road tests that allow Brembo to achieve excellence. The products approved on the various benches are installed on the prototypes provided by manufacturers. An internal team made up of expert testers conducts all the tests required to test performance (exclusively on the track), comfort, and duration (on the road) with various types of routes in full compliance with the highway code) of the braking systems. Brembo trained testers have a multipurpose profile that allows them to range from assembly prototype parts to analysing data, thereby providing a subjective assessment supported by the measurements carried out. The tests conducted include: superfading (which requires an appropriate sequence of braking from sustained speed to zero in full load conditions), a subjective assessment of comfort and feeling (carried out by drivers and riders who have in depth knowledge of the vehicles and products) and efficiency on wet and dry surfaces.

Becoming the Default for Business Travel by Putting the User First TripActions raises $250 million in Series D funding at a $4 billion valuation to solve antiquated product, service and experience of Corporate Travel Management industry When we started TripActions, we put the traveler first, working to solve all of the pains of work travel that we experienced as road warriors. From frustrating booking tools that lagged far behind consumer sites to feeling left stranded when a delay or missed connection occurred, business travel was a pain. And not just for travelers; for enterprises as well. With so many employees going “rogue” to find the best deals and book travel to meet their individual needs, organizations suffered from a lack of visibility and control over travel spend. We wanted to give enterprises and their travelers a far better option than the status quo and hopelessness of using the same outdated and frustrating corporate travel platforms they’d always used. We believed we could change the industry by building an end-to-end business travel platform that was the best in the world, underpinned by the best product, service and experience. To achieve that vision, we knew we needed to create a modern booking tool that was incredibly easy to use; deliver unrivaled choice in inventory; build in AI to make the experience better and smarter every time; and provide global, proactive 24/7 365 live human support to help when the unexpected occurred. By creating a product, service and experience users loved, we’d help solve the enterprise challenges around travel spend visibility, compliance and control. But we also knew we needed to bring new innovations to market that would advance corporate travel management for the enterprise in support of finance, HR, operations and travel program leaders. 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If an organization isn’t on TripActions, it will be soon as there’s nothing that comes close in business travel.” "I’m impressed by their mission-driven culture, and how every decision they make puts the customer at the center,” said Oren Zeev, founder, Zeev Ventures. “Their passion for the user experience comes to life in their rapid pace of innovation, and reflects in how happy their customers are. No other corporate travel management platform compares." “You rarely see a company as unique as TripActions walk through your door,” said Arif Janmohamed, partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners. “Since we first met and invested in Ariel and Ilan’s vision four years ago, they’ve been redefining business travel, and TripActions has since become the default for business travel.” Thank you and safe travels, Co-founder & CEO Co-founder and CTO

Pete Buttigieg and Bernie Sanders in a near tie, with 100% of results published — updates Democratic National Committee chair Tom Perez calls for a closer look at the Iowa Caucuses results, as Pete Buttigieg and Bernie Sanders lead. USA TODAY We will update this article throughout the day with details on the Iowa Democratic caucus results. With 100% of precincts reported, Pete Buttigieg and Bernie Sanders are in a near tie in state delegates in the first-in-the-nation Iowa caucuses, according to the Iowa Democratic Party. The complete results, which were long-delayed after Monday's caucuses, show Buttigieg, the former South Bend, Indiana, mayor, with 26.198% of delegate equivalents and Bernie Sanders with 26.128%, late Thursday evening. The head of the national Democratic Party has already demanded the results be recanvassed. That demand, plus potential errors in the count, mean that the results may not be final and will likely be disputed. After the final results were published by the part Thursday, the Associated Press again said it was unable to declare a winner, saying in an advisory, "there is evidence the party has not accurately tabulated some of its results, including those released late Thursday that the party reported as complete. The Iowa caucus is sure to be competitive this year. But what makes caucuses different from primaries? USA TODAY AP says it is unable to declare a winner in the Iowa Democratic caucuses The Associated Press on Thursday evening announced it is unable to declare a winner in the Iowa Democratic caucuses. “The Associated Press calls a race when there is a clear indication of a winner. Because of a tight margin between former Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Sen. Bernie Sanders and the irregularities in this year’s caucus process, it is not possible to determine a winner at this point," said Sally Buzbee, AP’s senior vice president and executive editor. An advisory from the Associated Press went on to say "AP will continue to report and review the results from the Iowa Democratic Party as the party completes its tabulation, as well as the results of any potential recanvass or recount." Many news organizations rely on the Associated Press to analyze voting data to determine election winners. Just hours before AP’s decision, Sanders declared himself the winner during a press conference in New Hampshire at his campaign headquarters. "That screw-up has been extremely unfair to the people of Iowa, it has been unfair to all of the candidates and all of their supporters,” Sanders told reporters. “So what I want to do, three days late, is thank the people of Iowa for the very strong victory they gave us Monday night.” With nearly 97% precincts reporting, Sanders and Buttigieg are separated by less than one percentage point in the state delegate equivalent count, the number traditionally used to determine the winner of the caucuses. But Sanders continues to lead in raw vote totals, which he has since results started coming in Tuesday. - Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY Perez calls for recanvass of caucus DES MOINES — The top official of the Democratic Party said on Thursday that he wants the Iowa Democratic Party to recanvass results of its caucus results following extensive delays in reporting results and inaccurate information being released. Tom Perez, chair of the Democratic National Committee, made the request publicly on Twitter. "Enough is enough. In light of the problems that have emerged in the implementation of the delegate selection plan and in order to assure public confidence in the results, I am calling on the Iowa Democratic Party to immediately begin a recanvass," Perez tweeted. The tweet is in response to delayed reporting of caucus results. The results have slowly trickled in. On Wednesday. the Iowa Democratic Party said it had reported inaccurate information. Perez followed his tweet with another saying, "A recanvass is a review of the worksheets from each caucus site to ensure accuracy. The IDP will continue to report results." According to a 21-page caucus recanvass and recount manual the Iowa Democratic Party prepared before Monday's caucus began, presidential campaigns can request a recanvass of results by sending Iowa party chair Troy Price a letter by noon Friday. The manual does not say explicitly say that a DNC chair can request a recanvass — it only lists presidential campaigns as possible requesters. Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party Troy Price addressed caucus results at 4 P.M. CT Tuesday. Des Moines Register "Requests must present credible evidence suggesting that results were misreported or erroneously counted," the manual said. A committee will validate the requests, according to the manual, and include the cost "assessed to the candidate in order to complete the recanvass." The manual says that the recanvass will occur in a space procured by the Iowa Democratic Party and that "the recanvass room will be open to campaign staff observers." The recanvass will include an examination of caucus math worksheets and presidential preference cards and "inconsistencies are declared if results on official precinct or satellite forms are different from the results reported through the caucus reporting tool or by telephone," the manual said. — Barbara Rodriguez, Des Moines Register Sanders declares victory in Iowa Pointing to the initial popular vote totals in Monday’s caucuses, Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., declared victory in the nation’s first presidential preference contest, even as Iowa’s Democratic Party has yet to officially declare a winner. “It has been unfair to the candidates, all of the candidates, and all of their supporters,” Sanders said of the days-long delay in getting complete results during a press conference in Manchester, New Hampshire Thursday. “So what I want to do today,” Sanders continued, “is to thank the people of Iowa for the very strong victory they gave us.” Sanders pointed out that with 97% of precincts reporting, his campaign is leading by some 6,000 votes in the popular vote tally from the initial alignment at the caucuses. “In other words, some 6,000 more Iowans came out on Monday night to support our candidacy than the candidacy of anyone else,” Sanders said, adding “we here in northern New England call that a victory.” Based on current partial results, former mayor Pete Buttigieg leads by just 3 state delegate equivalents, which correlate eventually with national pledged delegates, the metric used to declare a winner in previous caucuses. And Sanders and Buttigieg are currently tied in the national delegate tally. According to another metric released by the Iowa Democratic Party, Sanders leads by more than 2,000 in the raw vote total tied to the final caucus alignment — a metric being released publicly for the first time this year in response to criticism after the 2016 caucuses when Sanders narrowly lost in Iowa to Hillary Clinton. — Martina Stewart and Joey Garrison Buttigieg responds to Iowa woman who pulled her support after learning he's gay Presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg knows that some people won't vote for him because he's gay, including the Iowa woman captured on video withdrawing her support for Buttigieg after learning that he's married to a man. “What I want her to know is that I’m running to be her president too," Buttigieg said Thursday, when asked, during an appearance on ABC's The View, about the widely-viewed video. The former South Bend, Indiana, mayor added that he wishes the woman could see that "my love is the same as her love for those that she cares about." "But if she can’t see that...I am still, if I’m elected president, going to get up in the morning and try to make the best decisions for her and the people that she loves," he said. The video, shot at an Iowa precinct Monday, shows a woman who had turned in her caucus card for Buttigieg saying she had no idea he's gay. “I don’t want anybody like that in the White House,” she said. “So can I have my card back?” The precinct captain responded that she respects the other woman’s view but suggested the caucusgoer dig deep inside and ask if Buttigieg’s sexuality really matters. "He better read the Bible," the woman said. Since launching his longshot campaign for the Democratic nomination, Buttigieg's standard response to the question of whether the nation is ready to elect a gay president has been: "There's only one way to find out." Although the results in Iowa are still being tabulated, Buttigieg is locked in a very close battle with Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders for the win. — Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY After three days, still no winner declared DES MOINES — The sun rises on the third day with no winner in the Iowa Democratic caucuses. How is that possible? A faulty app. A clogged backup phone line. And three times the results than any prior caucus. The standings in the race have tightened considerably as results dribbled in over the course of two days: Former mayor Pete Buttigieg leads by just 3 state delegate equivalents, which correlate with national pledged delegates, the metric used to declare a winner in previous caucuses. But Sen. Bernie Sanders leads by more than 2,000 in the raw vote total tied to the final caucus alignment — a metric being released publicly for the first time this year in response to criticism after the 2016 caucus. Sanders lost that year by less than 1 percentage point to Hillary Clinton. Trailing Buttigieg and Sanders are Sen. Elizabeth Warren, former Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Amy Klobuchar. There is still roughly 3 percent of precincts left to report their results; today just might be the day we find out the official winner. Check back for updates.

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As DJ arrives at 35, assessing his spot in history Dustin Johnson, living visage of power golf over the last decade-plus, turned 35 last week. With twenty PGA Tour victories, Johnson is already a virtual lock for the World Golf Hall of Fame. There are 35 other Hall-eligible players with twenty or more PGA Tour titles to their credit: thirty of them have been inducted. The script of Johnson’s professional career is far from finished. Nobody could suggest that the second-ranked player in the world, with two runner-up finishes in major championships this year, would be hanging it up anytime soon. But despite his litany of achievements on the course, history might currently remember DJ best for his barrage of close calls in the game’s biggest events. At the PGA Championship this year, Johnson became the eighth player in the modern era to finish runner-up in all four major championships. Over the last ten seasons, only Phil Mickelson (five) has more second place finishes in the majors. Since 2010, Johnson is a combined 16-under-par in rounds one and two of majors – seven shots better than anyone else. Over the last thirty years, there are ten players to hold the lead or co-lead following a major championship round ten or more times. Of that group, Johnson is the only one to not win more than one major. His hourglass has plenty of sand left in it, but history tells us more pages in this book have been written than we think. Since the first Masters was held in 1934, only 16 players have won multiple major championships after turning 35 years old. And the list of players to win their final major before turning 35 can be staggering too: Seve Ballesteros (age 31), Tom Watson (33) and Arnold Palmer (34) are among the greatest players in the history of the game, but none of them won a major championship after their 35th birthdays. Let’s not bury peak-DJ yet, though. Johnson ranks in the top-three on the PGA Tour this season in strokes gained total, off-the-tee and tee-to-green. He’s third in scoring and hasn’t finished a season with an average in the 70’s since 2013. He’s missed a grand total of one cut in his last 46 starts around the world and is yet to play an entire PGA Tour season without at least one victory. Johnson is currently number one in the 15th Club Performance Index. WOODLAND RETURNS TO ACTION Gary Woodland makes his first career start as a major champion this week in Michigan. Each of the previous four U.S. Open champions finished in the top-20 in their first start following the victory. Two of them won: Jordan Spieth at the 2015 John Deere Classic, and DJ in 2016 in Akron. His win at Pebble Beach obviously cemented 2019 as his best season to date, but other numbers also point to this being the best golf Woodland has played in his career. Gary has missed just one cut so far this season; he’s never had a PGA Tour campaign without multiple MC’s. His eight top-ten finishes this season are already a career-high. He leads the PGA Tour in birdie average, a statistic he has never finished a season in the top-ten in. With the major title out of the way, why not another career first? Woodland has never had a multi-win season on Tour, something he still has time to accomplish this season. KOEPKA AND ANOTHER MAJOR FEAT At Pebble, Brooks Koepka became the first player since Tiger Woods in 2005 to finish either first or second in each of a season’s first three majors. But at Royal Portrush, he has the chance to hold one pedestal all to himself. No player in the modern era has finished either first or second in all four major championships that season. Brooks can become the first to do it at next month’s Open. Six other times since 1960, a player has done what Brooks has through three majors in a season, including Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus doing so two times each in that span. And it’s worth noting that Ben Hogan won all three majors he played in 1953 – the schedule that season made it an impossibility for Hogan to play the PGA Championship that year. Still, Koepka could hold another major championship distinction all to himself come July. Never miss one of our weekly insights. Sign up to our insights mailing list.

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INTRODUCTION:: The PI3K/Akt/mammalian target of rapamycin pathway is activated in a majority of malignant pleural mesotheliomas (MPM). We evaluated the activity of everolimus, an oral mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitor, in patients with unresectable MPM. METHODS:: MPM patients who had received at least one but no more than two prior chemotherapy regimens, which must have been platinum-based, were treated with 10 mg of everolimus daily. The primary endpoint was 4-month progression-free survival (PFS) by RECIST 1.1. RESULTS:: A total of 59 evaluable patients were included in the analysis. The median duration of treatment was 2 cycles (56 days). Overall response rate was 2% [95% confidence interval (CI): 0-12%] by RECIST 1.1 and 0% (0-10%) by modified RECIST for MPM. The 4-month PFS rate was 29% (95% CI: 17-41%) by RECIST 1.1, and 27% (95% CI: 16-39%) by modified RECIST. The median PFS was 2.8 months (95% CI: 1.8-3.4) by RECIST 1.1. The median overall survival was 6.3 months (95% CI: 4.0-8.0). There was no difference in PFS among patients who received one or two prior chemotherapy regimens (p = 0.74). There was no difference in overall survival between patients with epithelioid histology versus other types (p = 0.47). The most common toxicities were fatigue (59%), hypertriglyceridemia (44%), anemia (42%), oral mucositis (34%), nausea (32%), and anorexia (32%). The most common grade 3 to 4 toxicities were fatigue (10.2%), anemia (6.8%), and lung infection (6.8%). CONCLUSION:: Everolimus has limited clinical activity in advanced MPM patients. Additional studies of single-agent everolimus in advanced MPM are not warranted. - Malignant pleural mesothelioma - Modified RECIST - mTOR inhibitor ASJC Scopus subject areas - Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

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Apart from the motor and power rating of a robotic vacuum, its suction type is what determines its suction power. The Deebot N78 operates with a direct brushless suction that is only ideal for loose dirt. The Deebot N79’s suction is via its brush, a design that makes it possible for the vacuum cleaner to inhale all the dirt that is agitated by the brushes. Even more effective is the Deebot M80 Pro that combines the direct and brush suction. This ensures that all the dirt is sucked into the vacuum cleaner, thus perfect for all kinds of dirt.This design in turn, complements the M80 Pro’s suction power making it the winner under this category. The types of brushes that a vacuum cleaner possesses determine how it cleans your floors. These three robotic vacuum cleaners come with different kinds of brushes intended for cleaning different types of spaces. The Deebot N78 comes with dual side brushes for cleaning of edges and flat surfaces. The Deebot N79 has 4 side brushes for an all-round cleaning, and the Deebot M80 Pro has 4 side brushes for cleaning of edges and corners, as well as a detachable brushroll for vacuuming carpets, hard surfaces and pet hairs. When it comes to brush types, the M80 Pro reigns, thanks to its combination of a brushroll and side brushes that ensure a through and through thorough clean for your floors. While regular vacuums depend on the user’s experience to determine how to clean different types of surfaces and dirt, robotic vacuums purely rely on the different cleaning modes. The Deebot N78 and N79 feature 4 cleaning modes each, including auto, spot, single room and edge cleaning modes. In addition to the auto, spot, edge and single room cleaning modes, the Deebot M80 Pro robotic vacuum also features an additional cleaning mode; the intense cleaning mode, making it the winner with a total of 5 modes. The auto cleaning mode is intended for automatic hands free control, the spot cleaning mode is for cleaning the dirtiest spots, the edge cleaning mode is for vacuuming edges and corners, and the single room mode is for single room vacuuming. The intense mode makes use of turbo power that is equivalent to double the normal suction power to get rid of the toughest and most stubborn dirt. A vacuum cleaner filtration system is what determines the size of dirt particles that can be captured by the vacuum cleaner. The Deebot N78 robotic vacuum comes with a HEPA filter that can capture dirt particles of up to 10 microns. The N79 features a HEPA and sponge filter for even better capturing of dirt particles. The M90 Pro offers the best filtration featuring 2 sponge filters and 2 HEPA filters. With such reliable filtration, you won’t risk having airborne allergens, dirt and dust particles all over your environment even after vacuuming. The best experience from owning any of these robotic vacuum cleaners is being able to control them remotely. Even though the N78 lacks Wi-Fi connection capabilities, it comes with a remote controller. The N79 has Wi-Fi compatibility and also comes with a remote controller. The M80 Pro also features a remote controller and Wi-Fi compatibility, as well as compatibility to smart home technologies such as Google Home and Alexa. The remote controller makes distant control a reality for all these vacuums. For Wi-Fi enabled models, you can easily control, schedule and track your vacuum cleaning progress via the Ecovacs App that can be installed on Android and iOS. The M80 Pro’s compatibility to smart home technologies ensures that it can be controlled remotely alongside other smart devices, via the app or web interface or even sound commands. This offers unsurmountable convenience for their users. Given the different technologies used in each of these robotic vacuum cleaners, it is certain that they were designed to perform better at particular floor types. For instance, the N78’s dual side brushes and gentle cleaning is ideal for hardwood floors, while the N79’s four side brushes and via brush suction makes it great for vacuuming both bare floors and carpets. Finally, the M80 Pro’s genius combination of a brushroll and four side brushes makes it the overall best at cleaning bare floors, carpets, pet hairs and pet messes. Size and Dimensions Even though each of these vacuums feature a low-profile cylindrical design, they are all different in size. The Deebot N78 measures 3.1 inches in height and 13.9 inches in width. The N78 measures 3.1 inches by 13.0 inches in height and width respectively, and the M80 Pro measures 3.3 inches by 13.9 inches in height and width respectively. These vacuums also have different weights of 9.7 pounds, 6.7 pounds and 9.7 pounds respectively. Robotic vacuum cleaners are usually quite costly as compared to regular vacuum cleaners. Most of the time, their price usually increases with the number of features included in the vacuum cleaner. The N78, N79 and M80 Pro go for $198.69, $199.95 and $229.99 respectively. As much as these prices may seem too high for such tiny appliances, they are apparently among the most affordable models in the market. Robotic vacuums are designed to traverse wider radii without limitations from cords. This is the main reason why they are propelled by a battery that should have a longer runtime. The N78, N79 and M80 Pro offer runtimes of 110 minutes, 100 minutes and 110 minutes respectively, which is enough to complete a vacuuming session. All these vacuums have a charge time of 4 to 5 hours, with the M80 Pro having a Nickel-Metal Hydride battery and the others having a Lithium ion battery. The cleaning capabilities of vacuums are what differentiate them from each other. For instance, the N78 and N79 have brushes that make it possible to vacuum different areas of floors. They do not have mopping capabilities, neither are they wet and dry vacuum cleaners. On the other hand, the Deebot M80 Pro has both vacuuming and mopping capabilities, which makes it the most versatile of the three. The Deebot N78, N79 and M80 Pro are household names, and with the rate at which they are selling off store shelves, there is no doubt that brands such as iRobot should be worried. Having gone through the differences, let’s have a look at some of their similarities. First, they all feature the Ecovacs Smart Motion Navigation technology, infrared sensors, Anti-drop sensors and Anti-collision sensors to help with seamless steering around the house. They also feature the automatic recharge system, an anti-spill dustbin design and no virtual boundary capabilities. From this review, it is apparent that the winner is the Deebot M80 Pro, but depending on your vacuuming needs and finances, the N78 and N79 models may be options that are more feasible for you. Latest posts by Jack (see all) - How Stores Can Adopt Greener Practices and Eco-friendly Solutions - May 31, 2020 - What are the best uses of coir erosion control products? - January 27, 2020 - How to minimize plastic waste? - August 7, 2019

The exit polls would have us believe that the National Democratic Alliance (BJP plus allies) will win 65 per cent of Lok Sabha seats. Could this be a repeat of 2004, when the NDA was supposed to sail home but the heaps of ladoos at the BJP office had to be transferred to the Congress headquarters, which had ordered none, not expecting the electoral largesse it got? The estimates for the BJP range from 352 seats (IndiaTodayAxis) to the worst-case scenario of 242 seats (NewsXNeta). Exit polls are unreliable, principally because voters lie. It is best to work off the worst case of 242. This is just 13 per cent short of a majority. Conventional wisdom says that pollsters tend to be conservative to safeguard their credibility. A 10 per cent upside is not unexpected. This could bring the NDA to the verge of victory, but not quite. Expending the NDA is unlikely to be a problem for the BJP. Jagan Mohan Reddy’s YSRCongress in Andhra Pradesh can make available a minimum pool of eight seats (Chanakya) and a maximum of 25 seats (TimesNowVMR, CVoter and IndiaTodayAxis), which would push the NDA across the 272 lakshman rekha of victory and well beyond, at the higher seat estimate of the YSRC. All this merely in exchange for promising development support for Andhra Pradesh — a promise they reneged from versus N. Chandrababu Naidu. The happy news must have reached — like Maneka (of Vishwamitra fame) — to interrupt a meditating Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Kedarnath cave. The locale fitted in perfectly with his brand image for the next five years — a resolute yogi (not the UP chief minister), distant from the din of battle in his castle-on-the-mountain, his deeds and goodwill sufficient to ripple out and generating an ocean of positive energy. A massive mandate for a second term sweeps away the trifling objections against the BJP regarding transgressions of the Model Code of Conduct, including on the last day of polling when pictures of PM Modi clad in a quixotic but colourful costume were splashed across the national media. A memorable one had him clad in a saffron robe at peace with himself — an elevated being beyond the mortal cares of this world. Compare this with the frenzied efforts of mere mortals like Digvijay Singh, the Congress’ senior leader in Madhya Pradesh, desperately overseeing poll arrangements in Bhopal or an agitated, battle-ready Mamata Banerjee in forever-scarred Kolkata. As for the Congress “children”, they sank without a trace. Their best estimate is a somewhat high 164 (NewXNeta) and worst estimate at 82 seats (News18IPSOS). At the lower end, the Congress pulls in less seats then all the “other” parties which get as many as 148 seats (ABPNielson) or as few as 97 (News24Chanakya). The Congress, by living in its past, has greatly helped the BJP to return to power by splitting the Opposition seats in our faulty “first-past-the-post system”. Hopefully, by 2024, they would have called it quits and we would have a BJP versus the Rest cliffhanger. The poll estimates, even assuming the worst case scenario for the BJP and its allies, reveal the power of smoke and mirrors, shock and awe and the appeal of a strong leader in the Indian electoral milieu. Everything is fair in love, war and elections. Everyone plays the same game. Going out of the window is the distilled conventional wisdom of the “The Verdict” — of Prannoy Roy and Dorab Sopariwalla. The Assembly polls which the Congress won in 2018 — Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh (marginal) and a clean sweep in Chhattisgarh — have been poor predictors of seatshare in the Lok Sabha elections. Also debunked is the theory that low turnouts help the BJP while high turnouts help the Congress. The average voter turnout crossed the 2014 high of 66 per cent and yet the BJP is predicted to form the government. Similarly trashed is the theory that 2019 would be about landslide victories in individual states. The big states, comprising around 40 per cent of the total seats — Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, West Bengal, Punjab, Chhattisgarh and Karnataka — are bucking that assumption. Conversely, with 11 of the 27 bellweather seats listed in “The Verdict” slated to go to the BJP — West Delhi, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Chandigarh, Kurukshetra, Karnal, Bhiwani Mahendragarh, North West Delhi, Varanasi and Mandi (Himachal) — their role as good predictors seems validated. Could winning be a curse in 2019? The world is in a mess. Global growth is faltering. Trade disruptions continue. Bringing Iran to heel by cutting off its market for oil will raise prices and hurt the biggest oil importer — China. Japan and India are the collateral damage of this oil imperialism. India’s trade deficit, already above eight per cent of GDP, would rise further. The mess in the banking and non-banking financial sector will worsen. Muscular foreign policy will require doubling of defence outlays and higher spends on infrastructure for international prestige projects. Falling corporate profits and constrained supply of good jobs will keep tax revenues of the Union and state governments trapped at 17 to 18 per cent of GDP. Enlarging the fiscal deficit from the existing 3.5 to four per cent, back to the six per cent of GDP it was in 2009, will be the only option. Fiscal expansion and related higher inflation could deepen the downward spiral as debt spirals out of control. The Reserve Bank will be caught between lowering high interest rates to kickstarting faltering growth and investment and keeping the interest rate at positive levels to attract foreign funds to fill the hole in the trade account. This scenario is far from the happy days which greeted the Narendra Modi government in 2014. Growth was buoyant, trade was upward looking, oil prices were low and inflation falling on the back of a slide in oil and food prices. The skill sets required in 2019 will be quite different — painstakingly fixing the plumbing; cutting out wasteful expenditure; choosing results oriented investment allocations and using charm rather than muscle to score a point overseas. Below the radar Vietnam and Bangladesh should be our role models, not Imperial China. Penny pinching is not what the NDA is used to. Its previous stint in 2000-2004 and since 2014 have been periods of expansive public ambitions. Far better if the “Mahagathbandan” takes the lead this year. They will face similar obstacles. Once they fall apart, the NDA could step in and rescue the nation yet again, in 2024, or earlier. So if the final tally of seats does not fit the predictions, the NDA should be relieved and transfer the ladoos yet again to the Congress headquarters to let them do the heavy lifting. Meanwhile it should take time out, navel-gaze and work on a sustainable plan to use India’s potential better, next time around.

…As Lagos Assembly calls for renaming of sites, monuments named after Colonial Masters By Ebunoluwa Sessou There was a mild drama in the Lagos State House of Assembly, on Tuesday, as a lawmaker, Mr. Moshood Oshun representing Mainland 1, walked out of the chamber during the plenary session. Oshun was said to have walked out of the chamber after refusing to take his allocated seat instead of the one he was sitting on in the chamber. While in the chamber, Oshun who bluntly refused the seat noted that, he said he had earlier complained that the seat allocated to him was not convenient. But the Speaker told him: ‘If everyone was given the privilege to choose a particular seat, the chamber might look somehow”. Thereafter, Obasa directed Oshun to comply with the rule of the House or walk out of the chamber. At this point, Oshun walked out of the chamber. It will be recalled that Oshun was one of the two lawmakers suspended indefinitely in March while two of its principal officers, the Chief Whip, Rotimi Abiru, and the Deputy Majority Leader, Olumuyiwa Jimoh were demoted. However, the suspension of the four lawmakers had been lifted after the intervention of the party hierarchy. Meanwhile, Lagos State House of Assembly has called on Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to direct the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture to work out modalities with the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice on how to remove all vestiges of the slave trade and colonialism superiority and rename them. This Motion was moved by the Deputy Majority Leader, Mr. Noheem Adams representing Eti-Osa constituency 01 at the plenary invoking the Prevention Law, 2015 as a guide. In the Motion, the lawmaker recalled the gruesome killing of George Floyd, who was killed on May 25 May 2020 at Minneapolis, Minnesota United States of America by a white man named Derek Chauvin. The Assembly further noted the callous murder of Floyd triggered worldwide condemnations, demonstrations, and protest against the continued police violence and racism of blacks in the United States and Europe without provocation. The Speaker, Mr. Mudashiru Obasa stated that the motion was intended to promote Africa. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE:

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The Grove Street Cemetery, the first chartered burial ground in the United States, succeeded the previous common burial site, the New Haven Green. After severe yellow fever epidemics in 1794 and 1795, the Green was simply too crowded to continue as the city’s chief burial ground. In 1796 a group of New Haven citizens led by U.S. Senator James Hillhouse planned a new cemetery on a location at the edge of town. Their efforts were officially recognized in October 1797 when the State of Connecticut incorporated the cemetery as The New Burying Ground in New Haven. The first burial took place on November 9, 1797. The layout of the cemetery appears to have been unique for its time. It was arranged in lots for families; contemporaneous cemeteries were more commonly laid out for random burials. The grounds were also divided to give space to parishioners of the three churches on the Green. strangers who might die in New Haven, the indigent, persons of color, and members of Yale College. The Green continued to be used interments, but to a lesser extent. The last burial there occurred in 1812. The stone grave markers on the Green were eventually moved to Grove Street. Some were used to mark out the boundaries of burial sites in this cemetery; a great many line the Cemetery’s rear walls in alphabetical order. The Grove Street Cemetery antedates the expansive and distinguished cemeteries of Pere-Lachaise in Paris and Mt. Auburn in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Not long after its opening it was already shown with pride to foreign visitors. Timothy Dwight, the president of Yale, commented in 1811: “I have accompanied to it many foreigners and many Americans who have traveled extensively on the Eastern Continent, none of whom had ever seen or heard of anything of a similar nature. An exquisite taste for propriety is discovered in everything belonging to it… No plot of ground within my knowledge is equally solemn and impressive.” Even this solemn location, though, has had difficult times. By 1830 the wooden fences had failed to prevent the cemetery grounds from becoming a thoroughfare subject to vandalism. Those who valued the cemetery wanted a place for quiet reflection and a dignified environment for the repose of their families. Under the leadership of Professor Denison Olmsted, Yale’s famed astronomer, the city, the public, and the proprietors eventually raised $25,000 to establish the protection the grounds deserved. In 1845 the present wall with its imposing entrance was completed. Architect Henry Austin designed it in the Egyptian style favored at that time. After organization of Evergreen Cemetery in 1849, the title “New Burying Ground in New Haven” was modified to “New Haven City Burial Ground.” By the 1870s, however, the site was familiarly called “The Grove Street Cemetery,” and that name has since become commonplace. The building immediately inside the gate was built in 1872 as a chapel so that services could be held in inclement weather. Its only decoration, just under the eave, is a gilded bee symbolic of the soul’s release from the body. This Victorian structure now serves as the office of the cemetery’s superintendent and assistant superintendent. Foliage in the cemetery has undergone an extensive evolution from the days of James Hillhouse. Hillhouse prized trees; he conceived the extensive plantings that gave New Haven its title, the Elm City. For the cemetery he choose Lombardy poplars along the main streets, but these were dying by the 1830s. Therefore, when the new walls were built, new shrubs and trees, chiefly evergreens, were planted. Photographs from the 1890s show tall evergreens within the walls, but today the trees and shrubs are more varied. Ice, snow, and high winds have damaged and destroyed trees, especially old elms and oaks. Tree replacement is ongoing. Grove Street is an urban cemetery. Its geometrical pattern echoes the City of New Haven’s nine-square layout. The cemetery’s paths give easy access to horse-drawn vehicles and automobiles. It allows no room for a grove of trees: space for burial sites is maximized. Extraordinarily varied markers from obelisks to sarcophagi to the simplest gravestone decorate the cemetery. The history of New Haven with its many themes, crises, and accomplishments can be traced in Grove Street Cemetery. Among the internationally renowned persons interred here are Eli Whitney, inventor; Noah Webster, lexicographer; Josiah Willard Gibbs, Jr., scientist; Lyman Beecher, abolitionist and prohibitionist; O.C. Marsh, paleontologist; and Lars Onsager, Nobel Prize winner. Persons important to American life are numerous: Roger Sherman, the only person to have signed all four basic documents of American sovereignty including the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution; Walter Camp, father of American football; Jedidiah Morse, father of American geography (and of S.E.B. Morse, painter and telegraph inventor); and Dr. Worthington Hooker, father of American medical ethics. New Haven’s history is represented by industrialists, clergy, military figures, lawyers, physicians, and Yale presidents and professors. Mary A. Goodman, the African-American woman who gave her life savings to Yale Divinity School to educate African-American clergy, is buried here along with African-American Civil War veterans. Roger Sherman Baldwin (who argued the case for the Amistad slaves imprisoned in New Haven) and Professor Josiah Willard Gibbs, Sr. (who deciphered the language spoken by the captives) are also here.

It’s your first impression. It’s your communication tool. It’s your money maker. It’s your… smile! Our smile is important. Not only does it determine how people think of us hygienically, it’s the first impression we make on others! Some people are cynical about using natural toothpaste for fear that it won’t clean as well as the conventional toothpaste… but as I discussed [here], even my dentist has conceded that nature carries the best solution to whiter teeth! After that post, I got many questions from readers about my favorite brands of toothpaste so, if you’re like some people and not as into the DIY method of cleaning and whitening your chompers, I have just the option for you! First, let’s talk about conventional toothpaste. Conventional toothpastes like Colgate, Crest and Arm&Hammer include some ingredients that are known to be cancer causing, including PEG’s, aspartame, SLS and fluoride. Worse? These ingredients aren’t even necessary for creating or maintaining a white smile! And if you were wondering, Toms of Maine was bought out by Colgate too – so don’t get me started on them. All we really need is to whiten and clean our teeth is to find a product that eliminates bacteria in the mouth – naturally! Natural toothpastes benefits are derived from using ingredients like mint and other herbs, which are natural breath fresheners. These natural toothpastes are not made to function “like soap” for the teeth, the way regular toothpastes do. Instead, they act as potent germ fighters, bacteria kickers and breath fresheners, without the “suds”! 4 BENEFITS OF USING NATURAL TOOTHPASTE: - You don’t need a ton of synthetic crap or harsh ingredients to achieve a dazzling smile! Natural toothpaste is a healthier alternative to usual chemical-filled toothpaste, and it works better! That’s right – natural toothpaste is actually an improvement and it drastically minimizes the quantity of chemicals that can endanger you! Oral care can greatly influence your general health. Fortify your oral health with beneficial products made with organic and essential oils. Natural toothpastes, mouthwashes and other remedies can protect you from canker sores, bad breath, gingivitis and even gum disease. - You’ll never look back! I’m not a fan of harsh chemicals when it comes to brightening my smile. I love that David’s natural toothpaste uses all-natural calcium carbonate, baking soda and coconut oil to whiten teeth instead of artificial bleaching agents that can leave teeth sensitive to cold temperatures. Natural toothpaste achieves amazing results — with no compromise! - Toothpaste enters your mouth twice a day and can have a significant impact on your teeth and your body. It is SO simple to convert to a natural toothpaste today – you’ll instantly begin a healthy habit that hopefully spreads to family and friends alike! I know any time I do a coconut oil pull or whip out my David’s toothpaste, my fiancé is soon along for the oral hygiene ride! Plus, taking care of your teeth today means that your pearly whites will remain your best, most dazzling accessory for many years to come. - I’ll admit it. I was very hesitant to give up toothpaste made with fluoride. After all, ever since I was a kid I’ve heard that fluoride is essential for dental health! After much research (I mean, a LOT of research and a lot of questions to my dentist!),I learned that we’re all getting enough fluoride in our drinking water and that we really do NOT need it in our toothpaste!! With this knowledge, I made the switch and have been LOVING my smile ever since!!

Wearing: Work Custom Pants | H&M Tank | LF Blazer – Similar | Deena&Ozzy Oxfords I had lunch in Meatpacking today after watching/supporting my man get a haircut at F.S.C – that’s love right there. The cobblestone in this area of NYC makes it my favorite Wearing: BarIII Pants – Similar | American Apparel Shirt | Asos Clutch | DIY Oxfords This morning I was lucky enough to have Teen Vogue come to my apartment to do a feature on me and my blog for TeenVogue.com. I had so much fun dressing Wearing: Brandy Melville Sweater | All Saints Jeans | Deena&Ozzy Oxfords | Alexander McQueen Bangle | Remi&Emmy Bags Loving all my new purchases featured in this post…and even more excited to introduce you guys to one my favorite new handbag lines, Remi&Emmy. The uptown girl in Wearing: H&M Pants | Forever21 Bodysuit | Urban Outfitters Suspenders | Vintage Blazer – Similar | Vintage Belt | Keds Canvas Shoes Channeling Charlie Chaplin in Look 3 from the Quirky Menswear Blue Perk x WeWoreWhat photo-shoot. This time, it’s all about the modern trouser and Wearing: DL1961 Jeans | Equipment Blouse | UO Skinny Tie | Converse Shoes In look two of the Quirky Menswear Blue Perk x WeWoreWhat photo shoot, we are channeling Tom Cruise from Risky Business – proving why a white button down should be a staple in every women’s closet. Wearing: Work Custom Pants | Dolce Vita Loafers | H&M Tank & Clutch | Vintage Blazer Today I was photographed in a quirky menswear inspired photo shoot with my good friend Freddy from BluePerk. We had such a fun time putting together four looks and

The owner of Shree Ganesh Hindu temple at 2545 Devon Avenue has applied for a special use permit that would officially make the storefront temple a religious institution and allow it to operate on Devon Avenue regardless of its impact on the neighborhood. The temple and the alderman took care not to alert neighboring residents and will present the community with another done deal after the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) rules in the temple’s favor. This is a foregone conclusion–the alderman backs the plan, yet another example of the way democracy works in Chicago, the ZBA, and the 50th Ward. Building a Hindu Temple on Devon is a very bad idea and should not simply sail through the approval process without community input. Understand, I am not opposed to the Hindu temple itself. But Devon is the wrong location for it, it will create severe traffic and parking problems, and the hundreds of tourists who are expected to drive here daily for photo ops will worsen the already heavy air and noise pollution that hang over Devon like clouds some days. It will also drive traffic into residential areas already overburdened by drivers who park haphazardly and shoppers who throw garbage everywhere. Why not build it on Western, which has ample vacant lots for a temple and parking? On a lot that would showcase the 40-foot high rooftop addition and make it easier to photograph without halting traffic? Oh, wait. When plans were first announced for the temple in late 2016, the daughter of the temple’s owner suggested that only about 150 people would be expected on a daily basis, about 50 of them living within walking distance. However, she did state clearly that the temple is intended to attract hundreds of tourists to Devon’s Indian shopping area, thus making the temple less about religion than about commerce. Although the family claims that a Hindu temple is needed to bring the community together–this was actually said with a straight face by the temple’s lawyer–its purpose is clearly to draw customers to its owner’s four other businesses. Despite claims by the temple’s owner that Hindis are increasingly moving to West Ridge, in fact, according to the 2010 U.S. Religious Census, the Chicago Metropolitan area (defined as Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, Illinois-Indiana-Wisconsin) claims only 6,000 Hindu adherents out of a total population of more than 9.4 million people. According to The Pew Research Center’s 2008 Religious Landscape Study, only about 1,300 Hindu live in Illinois, or less than 1% of the population. Less than .7% of the U.S. population identifies as Hindu. What the temple’s owner hears is not a great clamor crying out for community, but merely the ka-ching of his own cash registers. I might add that the temple used the Republic Bank parking lot, not zoned for religious observances or public performances, to celebrate the end of yet another unannounced (at least to residents) festival held over Labor Day that required setting up four loudspeakers blasting dance music into the homes of residents living just ten feet away. The affair had the alderman’s full support. The current festival that began on September 21 is scheduled to end on September 30, Yom Kippur, one of the Jewish high holy days. I wonder if Hindu celebrants will set up loudspeakers again to celebrate the triumph of good over evil while others are observing their holy day in quiet prayer and contemplation. Maybe the temple’s business angle gives it immunity from legal obligations and niceties like consideration for others. You’d think that an additional couple of hundred more cars per day clogging one of the most congested streets in the City would be cause for concern. You’d hope that air quality for residents, including children attending schools located within a block of Devon, would be a priority. You’d assume that ample parking for the vehicles of hundreds of camera-laden tourists would be part of the planning process. You’d want to know if they’ll be arriving in sedans or RVs. You’d think the impact on nearby residential streets and alleys would be studied. You’d think the community would be invited to consider the problems inherent in placing a temple smack in the middle of a commercial strip surrounded by thousands of dwellings, schools, and senior citizens. Ha!. This is the 50th Ward. No traffic, parking, or environmental impact studies are planned. Neither are any community meetings. You see, Debra Silverstein doesn’t care if the temple has a negative environmental or quality of life impact on the community. She’s never cared much for the southeast end of the ward, and my guess is that it will be ceded to another alderman with the coming ward remap. The formula is simple: election 2019; census 2020; ward redistricting 2021. She isn’t interested in economic development, either, and the Indian merchants and property owners along Devon run the show, such as it is. Why not build a temple? Let Joe Moore or Harry Osterman or Pat O’Connor deal with the consequences. It won’t be Silverstein’s problem any more. But the way she went about it should be remembered by every voter in 2019. It’s time for the voters of the 50th Ward to stand up against Silverstein’s secret deals, her unilateral decisions benefiting special interests at the community’s expense, her disregard for residents’ quality of life, her lack of transparency and penchant for secrecy, and her lack of interest in economic development. Devon Avenue doesn’t need a Hindu temple. But West Ridge needs an alderman with a vision, a plan, and a talent for leadership.

Psychologist, author and MindFreedom member Bruce E. Levine has an article on Alternet exposing the way rebellion by young people is being diagnosed as a psychiatric “disease” to be drugged. AlterNet original story posted 28 January 2008: By Bruce E. Levine, AlterNet For a generation now, disruptive young Americans who rebel against authority figures have been increasingly diagnosed with mental illnesses and medicated with psychiatric (psychotropic) drugs. Disruptive young people who are medicated with Ritalin, Adderall and other amphetamines routinely report that these drugs make them “care less” about their boredom, resentments and other negative emotions, thus making them more compliant and manageable. And so-called atypical antipsychotics such as Risperdal and Zyprexa — powerful tranquilizing drugs — are increasingly prescribed to disruptive young Americans, even though in most cases they are not displaying any psychotic symptoms. Many talk show hosts think I’m kidding when I mention oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). After I assure them that ODD is in fact an official mental illness — an increasingly popular diagnosis for children and teenagers — they often guess that ODD is simply a new term for juvenile delinquency. But that is not the case. Young people diagnosed with ODD, by definition, are doing nothing illegal (illegal behaviors are a symptom of another mental illness called conduct disorder). In 1980, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) created oppositional defiant disorder, defining it as “a pattern of negativistic, hostile and defiant behavior.” The official symptoms of ODD include “often actively defies or refuses to comply with adult requests or rules” and “often argues with adults.” While ODD-diagnosed young people are obnoxious with adults they don’t respect, these kids can be a delight with adults they do respect; yet many of them are medicated with psychotropic drugs. An even more common reaction to oppressive authorities than overt defiance is some type of passive defiance. John Holt, the late school critic, described passive-aggressive strategies employed by prisoners in concentration camps and slaves on plantations, as well as some children in classrooms. Holt pointed out that subjects may attempt to appease their rulers while still satisfying some part of their own desire for dignity “by putting on a mask, by acting much more stupid and incompetent than they really are, by denying their rulers the full use of their intelligence and ability, by declaring their minds and spirits free of their enslaved bodies.” Holt observed that by “going stupid” in a classroom, children frustrate authorities through withdrawing the most intelligent and creative parts of their minds from the scene, thus achieving some sense of potency. Going stupid — or passive aggression — is one of many nondisease explanations for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Studies show that virtually all ADHD-diagnosed children will pay attention to activities that they enjoy or that they have chosen. In other words, when ADHD-labeled kids are having a good time and in control, the “disease” goes away. There are other passive rebellions against authority that have been medicalized by mental health authorities. I have talked to many people who earlier in their lives had been diagnosed with substance abuse, depression and even schizophrenia but believe that their “symptoms” had in fact been a kind of resistance to the demands of an oppressive environment. Some of these people now call themselves psychiatric survivors. While there are several reasons for behavioral disruptiveness and emotional difficulties, rebellion against an oppressive environment is one common reason that is routinely not even considered by many mental health professionals. Why? It is my experience that many mental health professionals are unaware of how extremely obedient they are to authorities. Acceptance into medical school and graduate school and achieving a Ph.D. or M.D. means jumping through many meaningless hoops, all of which require much behavioral, attentional and emotional compliance to authorities — even disrespected ones. When compliant M.D.s and Ph.D.s begin seeing noncompliant patients, many of these doctors become anxious, sometimes even ashamed of their own excessive compliance, and this anxiety and shame can be fuel for diseasing normal human reactions. Two ways of subduing defiance are to criminalize it and to pathologize it, and U.S. history is replete with examples of both. In the same era that John Adams’ Sedition Act criminalized criticism of U.S. governmental policy, Dr. Benjamin Rush, the father of American psychiatry (his image adorns the APA seal), pathologized anti-authoritarianism. Rush diagnosed those rebelling against a centralized federal authority as having an “excess of the passion for liberty” that “constituted a form of insanity.” He labeled this illness “anarchia.” Throughout American history, both direct and indirect resistance to authority has been diseased. In an 1851 article in the New Orleans Medical and Surgical Journal, Louisiana physician Samuel Cartwright reported his discovery of “drapetomania,” the disease that caused slaves to flee captivity. Cartwright also reported his discovery of “dysaesthesia aethiopis,” the disease that caused slaves to pay insufficient attention to the master’s needs. Early versions of ODD and ADHD? In Rush’s lifetime, few Americans took anarchia seriously, nor was drapetomania or dysaesthesia aethiopis taken seriously in Cartwright’s lifetime. But these were eras before the diseasing of defiance had a powerful financial ally in Big Pharma. In every generation there will be authoritarians. There will also be the “bohemian bourgeois” who may enjoy anti-authoritarian books, music, and movies but don’t act on them. And there will be genuine anti-authoritarians, who are so pained by exploitive hierarchies that they take action. Only occasionally in American history do these genuine anti-authoritarians actually take effective direct action that inspires others to successfully revolt, but every once in a while a Tom Paine comes along. So authoritarians take no chances, and the state-corporate partnership criminalizes anti-authoritarianism, pathologizes it, markets drugs to “cure” it and financially intimidates those who might buck the system. It would certainly be a dream of Big Pharma and those who favor an authoritarian society if every would-be Tom Paine — or Crazy Horse, Tecumseh, Emma Goldman or Malcolm X — were diagnosed as a youngster with mental illness and quieted with a lifelong regimen of chill pills. The question is: Has this dream become reality? Bruce E. Levine, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and author of Surviving America’s Depression Epidemic: How to Find Morale, Energy, and Community in a World Gone Crazy (Chelsea Green, 2007). View this story online at:

Sunrise on a bright autumn day in a mountain nature reserve, somewhere in the Swiss Alps. Several chamois and ibex graze about in a pasture above the tree line. But suddenly, there is a movement and a noise in the sky and all the animals disperse within seconds. What just happened? Out of nowhere, a small multicopter appears along the mountain ridge, probably to film the vertiginous view from the heights. Small flying devices known as drones are equipped with high performance photo or video cameras as well as a lot of other technical equipment are seen more often in mountainous areas, including the Alpine Protected Areas. Their presence brings about a great risk of disturbing wildlife. This is something that needs to be accounted for in protected area management by those who are responsible for conservation areas. On the other hand, this new and innovative technology offers a large variety of interesting tools and possibilities to facilitate the day-to-day work of protected areas managers when used in a responsible way. ALPARC held an international conference from March 26th-27th, 2018 in Dobbiaco (It) on the opportunities and threats that the use of drones poses in protected areas. It was an opportunity to hear about the current use of and experience with this new technology in Alpine Protected Areas. Indeed, several protected areas are already using drones for vegetation mapping, remote sensing activities, and the development of 3D elevation modeling or technical interventions in inaccessible areas. An expert for a British research institute presented “guidelines of good practice of drone use” developed in an international context for another highly sensitive area, Antarctica. During the conference, three roundtable discussions offered the possibility to exchange on the prospects of the use of drones for conservation communication issues, to discuss the multiple legal situations in the Alpine countries and to imagine possible developments in drone robotics adapted to specific (research) needs in protected areas. Finally, the prospect of a common Alpine guideline on the use of drones in sensitive protected natural areas was discussed by the conference delegates. Conference presentations can be found here. The delegates of the ALPARC conference on drones in protected areas watching a flying demonstration. Picture taken by a drone. © Michael Schmalzl, Alpsvision GmbH/s.r.l.

In an effort to improve agricultural productivity and safety, Ethiopia has approved the commercial cultivation of genetically modified (GM) cotton and field research on GM maize. The two crops have been genetically engineered to include genes from Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), a common soil bacterium that is widely used to control insect pests in organic agriculture. Breeding pest resistance into a crop significantly reduces the need to apply pesticides during cultivation, while greatly improving yields. “I think we have to strongly work on awareness creation to generalize what GM means for Ethiopia,” said Assefa Gudina, director of the Ministry’s Biosafety Affairs Directorate. Ethiopia’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate (MEFCC) approved the environmental release of Bt cotton following two years of confined field trial research by the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR). The two cotton hybrids that will be released for commercial cultivation have been tested to ensure they are compatible with Ethiopia’s growing conditions. Gudina said Bt cotton was approved after experts from the Biosafety Directorate and a technical team, established by MEFCC and comprising members of various concerned organizations, evaluated the final confined field trial report submitted by EIAR. The regulatory report risk assessment document submitted by the applicant and two years of efficacy test reports were considered for evaluation. Their analysis confirmed GM cotton is safe for the environment and human health, Assefa said. Bt cotton is already widely cultivated in the US, India, China and Sudan, and Kenya is currently conducting performance trials on the crop. Ethiopia’s National Seed Approval Committee still must endorse the Bt cotton seeds before they can be grown on plantations and small farms. The Ministry also issued a five-year permit to conduct confined trials on drought-tolerant and pest-resistant TELA corn, which was developed under the philanthropic Water Efficient Maize for Africa (WEMA) project in partnership with the African Agricultural Technology Foundation. The TELA planting represents Ethiopia’s first field trial of a GM food crop. Similar TELA trials have been successfully conducted in Uganda, Tanzania, Mozambique and Kenya. Farmers are now growing TELA maize commercially in South Africa. Meanwhile, Ethiopian researchers are collaborating with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on a project that is using genetic engineering to develop varieties of enset that are resistant to the devastating bacterial wilt disease. Enset — an Ethiopian banana also known as false banana — is one of the nation’s key food security crops. Enset is favored by farmers because it can withstand long periods of drought, heavy rains, and flooding. However, enset is being ravaged by bacterial wilt, threatening food security for over 15 million people who depend on it as a staple food. Scientists turned to the tools of modern biotechnology when 30 years of research using conventional techniques failed to control the disease.

Are You Ready For This Weeks Games! H.S. Basketball 2020 So very thankful for a terrific season of High School basketball on the radio as our regular season and playoff coverage comes to a close. Once again, KUDOS and more thanks than we can offer to our sponsors and and ALL of YOU for the support in providing such a variety of games on the radio. Nearly all 6 divisions across the Monterey Bay have wrapped up the 2020 basketball season. PACIFIC COAST LEAGUE (Cypress Division): Congratulations to St. Francis (Watsonville) - 2020 Co-Champs. Also, a fine winning season for Pajaro Valley and kudos for the hard play by the Watsonville Wildcatz. Will keep you posted on Post-Season Coverage. PACIFIC COAST LEAGUE (Mission)... the Monte Vista Christian Mustangs played hard and finished middle of the pack within their division. PACIFIC COAST LEAGUE (Gabilan)... Congratulations to the Palma Chieftains. Division Champions with a Perfect Record in league. Have advanced to the Semi-Finals as the #1 Seed within the Division 4 Sectional bracket. Win vs. Santa Cruz Cardinals tonight and the Chieftains will participate in the Championship Game for the first time since 2017. And in the SCCAL... the Aptos Mariners Boys and the Lady Mariners BOTH continue to extend their 2020 season. The #5 Seed BOYS team is on the Road to face St. Ignatius in a Semi-Final. The #1 Seed GIRLS have a home (Semi Final) game vs. the Live Oak Acorns. A Big Shout Out and Thanks to ALL OF OUR SPONSORS for their support to bring LIVE coverage of local High School Sports as well as great stations (KSCO/KOMY and Power Talk Radio). Stay tuned on CentralCoastSports.live CCSB produces and provides LIVE coverage of High School Sports through different radio stations along the Central Coast. Copies of Game Audio Recordings are available in The Vault. Streaming Video Broadcasts (Coming Soon) CCS will produce and provide coverage of High School Sports through a streaming network. We work directly with High Schools for specific broadcasting programs. Includes High School students working directly with CCSB staff through all aspects of LIVE Broadcasts on the air. Contact us for more information.

The Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC), a national nonprofit organization that works to foster cooperation in shared mobility, announced the selection of six public transportation agencies to receive free technical assistance to develop mobility-on-demand (MOD) projects through its MOD On-Ramp program. Independent evaluators from both public agencies and private firms, in consultation with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), selected six projects from a pool of 28 proposals from around the country. Projects from the following six agencies were selected: - Capital Metro-Austin Public Transit (Austin, TX) – Electric/Autonomous vehicles - The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (Baltimore, MD) – Microtransit - IndyGO - Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (Indianapolis, IN) – Mobility hubs - Tompkins County Social Services (Ithaca region, NY) – Mobility-as-a-Service/Integration - The Memphis Area Transit Authority (Memphis, TN) – First-last mile - The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (San Francisco Bay Area, CA) – ADA Paratransit The On-Ramp program, part of a partnership with FTA, provides public transportation agencies and other transportation providers with MOD concepts with expert assistance to develop business plans and other project-building strategies. The selected participants will engage in a yearlong process that will assist with project development through supported engagement, peer mentoring, research, and other activities. Participants will receive support to: - Conduct workshops in their communities to determine local mobility needs and set parameters for projects; - Participate in a national community of practice with peer agencies and related experts as well as access to in-person workshops; - Utilize research and analysis from SUMC and other experts; - Collaborate one-on-one with peers and identify resources to meet challenges; and - Develop feasible MOD business plans. “We need to continue to innovate in public transit to find new ways to improve and expand transportation options for all," says SUMC Executive Director Sharon Feigon. "Shared mobility partnerships can test out new technologies and creative ideas that have the potential to improve customers’ rides and increase efficiencies for agencies. New pilots are one of the best ways to develop new service models." About the Selected Projects - Capital Metro-Austin Public Transit is working to address the challenges of sprawl, congestion, and changing travel patterns in the region. They are examining shared, electric, and autonomous vehicles to connect to high-frequency/high-capacity transit service and to provide transportation for riders with disabilities. - Maryland Department of Transportation is developing a plan for microtransit to better connect high-opportunity job centers in the suburbs and low-income residential populations in the city. - Indianapolis Public Transportation Corp. is developing strategic plans for integrated mobility hubs in a series of “mobility districts,” selected according to their urban typology. Each plan will focus on connecting hubs to their existing transit network. - Tompkins County Social Services serves a largely rural area in the Ithaca metropolitan area. The county’s Way2Go community mobility education program, to both reduce solo driving trips and provide equitable transportation access to its residents, is proposing a Mobility as a Service pilot. - Memphis Area Transit Authority plans to develop a demand-responsive service to transport riders from their doorstep to arterial routes in selected corridors of the city. The program seeks to improve service to both people in disadvantaged neighborhoods and paratransit riders. - Bay Area Rapid Transit is aiming to create an on-demand wheelchair accessible vehicle ride-hailing service. The rides would be staged at BART stations, and would provide either short, single-leg trips, or first/last mile trips to the stations.

Leverage lending means borrowing money, often writing off the interest based on what the funds are used for, and then investing in something that we feel will give us a higher return than the amount we are paying in interest on the borrowed funds. When most people think about leverage lending, they imagine taking out a margin loan on their stock portfolio to buy more stock. While this is one method, I would caution you greatly to not do that, even now. Put simply, it is taking on more debt — and you should always be careful when you consider going more into the red. That being said, wealthy people always have debt in their portfolios and are always on the lookout for opportunities to either invest, purchase or transfer funds from investment to investment to build wealth. I know a lot of readers would like me to condone borrowing to invest in the stock market, especially since it is down so low. Unfortunately, I can’t. While I’m confident it will turn and go high, I can’t predict when this will happen and there is no real assurances it actually will — yet! I would prefer you invest in something a little more tangible such as real estate, an investment property or maybe yourself. Yes, you! Why not leverage yourself? You are a surefire exceptional risk to bet on, guaranteed. Use this new low-rate environment to help fund your dreams, whatever they are. Entrepreneurs are always looking for a unique situation to give them an edge. This “new normal” could be it, an opportunity that may only come around once in a lifetime. Successful people fill their minds with all the ways to get what they want. Sometimes all it takes is a concerted effort to let go of negativity and to positively and persistently improve your situation. Believe you can and leverage yourself and your dreams to do so. Like yourself for making a change and disregard the inevitable setbacks and obstacles that you will have to overcome in your journey. Just make a difference. All that is required is that you shift your mind toward believing that you can. Do it this time! — Christine Ibbotson is author of Don’t Panic: How to Manage Your Finances and Financial Anxieties During and After the Coronavirus and How To Retire Debt Free & Wealthy. She also writes the Moneylady column. askthemoneylady.ca

Name of Club: Side Bar Name of Event: Industry Night at Side Bar Location: San Diego Parent Company: RMD Group and NightlifeSD Square Footage: 3,900 Open Date: May 15, 2009 Side Bar ultra-lounge, located in the Gaslamp District of San Diego, is the premier destination offering luxury nightlife and VIP entertainment to downtown San Diego for more than seven years and is considered to be the pioneer of San Diego nightlife. With a recent $1 million remodel, Side Bar has revitalized its signature style and unrivaled entertainment that the ultra-lounge has became known for, debuting a glamorous art deco and modern destination with a continued focus on service. The dark, moody, and sexy ambiance with unexpected elements and surprising details, offers a casual, anytime space perfect to let loose for cocktail hour with friends or a high-energy hot spot for partygoers. Side Bar is equally known for its weekly ongoing promotion – Industry Night at Side Bar. The Wednesday promotion is continually the stand-out night at Side Bar with a packed house full of San Diego locals who are typically behind the bar. Wednesday nights at Side Bar is their night to let loose like the weekend warrior partiers, the nights they’re usually working. Side Bar’s Industry Night goes a step above the common venue promotion by inviting Guest Bartenders in each Industry Night to take on bartending roles at Side Bar, serving up drinks at the guest location. Guest bartenders at Industry Night include bartenders from other San Diego hot spots and favorite local dive bars as well as media influencers and local charity groups. Volunteers at Mama’s Kitchen bartended during an Industry Night to raise money for the non-profit organization and the editors of San Diego’s lifestyle Web site DiscoverSD.com guest bartended pulling in a huge attendance from their network. Side Bar also invites bartenders from other areas such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Orange County and Arizona to tend bar. Reaching out to guest bartenders attracts new costumers to Side Bar, drawing in the guests bartenders’ networks including friends, family and colleagues. Also, the guest bartenders from different areas outside of San Diego not only bring new patrons to the venue, but also San Diego’s Gaslamp District. Side Bar’s Wednesday night promotional night revenue sales continuously prove to surpass the sales of any other night of the week at Side Bar, generating a substantial 46% of total venue sales. Side Bar offers a “no cover entry” to all industry guests on its promotional night, giving an exceptional price value for the weeknight experience. Extra value is delivered to clubgoers via: rotating DJs, discounted drink specials, bottle service packages and more, making every Wednesday night new, fresh and continually fun!

Separate names with a comma. Discussion in 'Sports' started by Bubwheat, Jan 9, 2019. We scored 63 points! And lost ... If you're a Coug you've seen this before, thus the term "Couging it". The rest of the season should be a real rollercoaster. That's very hard to do. Can't wait to hear what Leach has to say. Love the way Notre Damn defense takes a knee when their tired Auburn is showing signs of being a good team. How good? I dunno - I've traveled this path before only to be crushed like a June bug on a sidewalk. From this point on, the games alternate between great teams and... not-so-great teams: Sat, Sep 28 vs Mississippi State Sat, Oct 5 @Florida Sat, Oct 12 Bye week! Sat, Oct 19 @Arkansas Sat, Oct 26 @LSU Sat, Nov 2 vs Ole Miss Sat, Nov 16 vs Georgia Sat, Nov 23 vs Samford Sat, Nov 30 vs Alabama I think that Auburn will take care of business on Saturday against Miss St. Florida will be a big test but, Auburn has a very good chance. LSU is another story - LSU is an extremely good team with a great quarterback. It's at LSU and it may be a night game. Not.good. There have been some memorable moments. From the homer files... link. Prepare the wings, make sure the beer is close and cold. doesn't get any easier two weeks later and then, another two weeks late. Georgia first and then Bama. Holy shit. If you're even slightly religious, please pray for ole K7. I also hear they’re currently seeking FDA approval for a version that works during Bama field goal attempts. Actually died for 7 seconds Boise State vs UCF coming soon to a tv near you. Just announced a home and home for the two teams . Should be fun to watch the two powerhouses of the little children of the poor. I was had something about UT firing Pruiett or whatever his name is, but after that list sentence I'm too busy laughing. "Tow powerhouses of the little children of the poor". CLASSIC. Leach said what he always says when WSU loses, he blamed the players and called them soft. Of course, he's genius when they win. He seemed dumbfounded during the collapse. Leach's 2014 team lost to Cal 60-59 while Connor Halliday set a NCAA single-game passing record of 734 yards. WSU might want to try playing defense more often. It's hard to convince elite athletes to play there. He does the best he can with who he can recruit. Clemson beats UNC 21-20 Sounds like Clemson belongs in the App State division. With them and 'Bama playing junior high teams, I habe no idea how they can justify the rankings. Should easily be UGA #1, LSU #2 and Auburn #3 based on strength of games played I liked it best when rankings were almost entirely mathematically based, nearly non-subjective. But everybody got pissed because their pet teams weren't ranked high enough. I'll quote myself from last week's WSU loss. Despite the brilliant coaching, the inadequate players that Leach has recruited blew it again. Imma Auburn homer and have doubted their ranking all year. Miss St had to sit 4 or 5 players for team rules violations but I’m not certain that they would have made a difference. Auburn played well and I’m slowly buying into them. Big test comes Sat against Florida in the Swamp. It should be a heck of a game. They look good on both sides of the ball, pretty complete team. Same can’t be said fir Bama,cause of injuries they’ve got some true freshman on d that need to grow up fast. Luckily they don’t have AU’s schedule. I don’t know about easily, but you’ve got a point that the rankings are fairly meaningless at this point. Personally I’d love to see you’re rankings, put Bama at 5, give em some motivation and put the target on someone else. I hope Auburn kicks the Gators right in their taint. I like the way you’re thinking! These Tennessee fans are getting salty Anyway K7...good luck, I hope our boys can pull it out, but Auburn has looked pretty good this year

Games People Play, written by psychiatrist Eric Berne, was published in August of 1964 with little fanfare. Over the course of the next couple of years, however, thanks to word of mouth and a publicity push, the slender book became a pop psychology sensation and the subject of many a cocktail party conversation. In the book, Berne promotes his theory of “Transactional Analysis,” which proposes that social interactions can be categorized as “games” (transactions) that people subconsciously play. “These are games that children learned in order to get along with each other or their parents,” Berne told the Newspaper Enterprise Association, “And they still choose to play these games now that they are adults.” According to Transactional Analysis, all individual personalities are comprised of three separate egos: the Parent (P), Child (C) and Adult (A). In any given interaction, a person responds in one of these three modes, the most rational mode being that of the adult. The most popular section of the book, however, was its compendium of 101 games, which Berne categorized into groups such as marital games, party games and sexual games. In the game of “Frigid Woman,” a woman continually rejects her partner’s sexual advances. In “Now I’ve Got You, You Son of a Bitch,” a man subconsciously delights in being treated unfairly because it gives him the opportunity to vent with justification. Other popular games included “Schlemiel,” “Kick Me,” “Let’s You and Him Fight” and “If It Weren’t For You.” Though some critics and colleagues considered Games People Play to be “silly, cheap and corny,” by the end of the 1960s, more than 2.5 million copies were in American households. It became such a cultural phenomenon, the New Yorker published a parody in its February 1968 issue and Ann Landers even referred it to a letter-writer. “The book is a brilliant, amusing and clear catalogue of the psychological theatricals that human beings play over and over again,” Kurt Vonnegut raved in Life magazine, “This is an important book — if not to scientists, then to laymen in their anguished need for simple clues as to what is really going on.” Berne passed away in 1970, but the book’s popularity lives on. Today, more than five million copies have been sold.Read More

My wife and I are just back from a six week vacation in Newfoundland Canada, catching up with family and friends, beautiful hikes and paddling my old cedar canvas canoe. A wild and beautiful place like Newfoundland was a great place to recharge our batteries. Before the trip my last project was a Cabinetmaker’s Workbench. A friend of mine, who is new to woodworking has a small out building on his property that he wanted to use as a hand tool workshop. Since he approached me with this idea less than a year ago his enthusiasm has been impressive. He has all of my favourite woodworking books devoured and has already amassed a pretty nice hand tool collection. Of course he needed his first workbench. He wanted a relatively small bench that fit the blueprint of his workshop. We used Tasmanian Oak and kept the thickness to a minimum to lower the cost. The construction method is basic but solid. For hand planing a good tail vice is a must. The problem with most tail vices is that when you open them they stick out from the end of the bench. A wagon vice solves this problem however you have to live with a large opening in the bench top. For this bench we decided to try a tail vice made by H.N.T. Gordon& Co. Classic Plane Makers (www.hntgordon.com.au). At first glance this tail vice seems very basic. Then when you take a closer look, you realise that this vice is the product of great thinking and expert design. Properly installing the vice takes a bit of work but here is how it goes. The vice needs to be recessed into the bench top so you first need to make an accurate routering jig. The recess needs to be 42mm deep so I recommend at least 5 passes with a sharp router bit to achieve a clean and accurate recess. Notice how the internal threads are completely sealed. This is what makes the vice so effective. The next step is to make a jig to router the recess for a wooden cover plate. This jig looks the same as the first but is 10mm larger at the front and sides. The router is set at 7mm deep. I then refine with my shoulder plane. Then you make the wooden cover plate. Mill the plate to 7.5 or 8mm thick, dress one edge, then run through the table saw so it is close to a tight fit. Then I dress the other edge with my 1” low-slung smoother until the fit is perfect. Next, run the slot for the brass dog. Again I recommend several passes to get the router bit through. Now plane the plate flush with the bench top. A finely tuned hand plane is the tool for this job. The plate is flush, polished and the sealer coat of tung oil on the bench top is hardly disturbed. Here is the tail vice fully installed. Do not be tempted to glue the plate in place. Removable means repairable and you may need to clean things out every now and then. The front vice is very basic. Lining with leather is a tip that I picked up from my friend Duncan Robertson from the School of Quiet Woodworking (http://quietwoodworking.com/). When fully installed, the vice works beautifully. It comes with a drawing and instructions. Sorry I was a little brief with some of the steps and some people may choose to approach this install differently. Here is a picture of the bench in its new home, with my friend Austin’s first project, a Christopher Schwarz inspired sawhorse.

If you were one of the many white people in America who found yourself saying, if Juneteenth is such a big holiday why didn’t I know about it? Well, I have a few answers for you. And if you were saying, why haven’t I ever been invited to any Juneteenth celebration, I have a few answers for you as well. If you didn’t know about Juneteenth you have got to reflect on your education because someone is not teaching you all about true American history. I know, you went to a good school. So did I. Now is time to think about why “good” is a relative term. If you didn’t know about Juneteenth even though you have “a black friend”? Maybe it’s time to reflect on the term “friend” and also think about the conversations you have had with this friend and the questions you have asked them about their lives, their culture, and their existence. And if you were wondering why you’ve never been invited to a Juneteenth celebration, here’s a few possibilities to consider: White people and their long history of horrendous actions are the reason why a Juneteenth celebration is even necessary. White people are largely responsible for every physical, psychological, spiritual, economic, and emotional scar Black America ever fought to be free of. We (and I am using the historic “we”which includes all of us no matter what your excuse might be -nobody gets off the hook here) are the ones who purchased them rather than treated them as humans, shipped them over in hellish conditions, stripped them of their language, religion, culture, families, and innocence, as well as their physical well-being, their names, and their identity We stole everything from them. And then we followed that up by working them to death, whipping them, calling them dehumanizing names, beating, and raping them. When that wasn’t enough we killed them. So, having survived all that as a people, would you invite Jason Vorhees to your party? And that is not really an exaggerated metaphor. Our ancestors spent over 400 years being monsters to anyone with another skin tone. We did. Out of greed. Out of fear. Out of lust. Out of deep-seated, handed down hate for The Other. We earned our rep, we earned the exclusion. We should understand that the reason it wasn’t even on some of our radars was because we haven’t thought enough of our fellow human beings to make ourselves aware. Feel uncomfortable yet? We should. We’re the reason they drink red drinks as part of the Juneteenth celebration. We spilled the blood they’re honoring. And we’re still doing it. From taking almost nine minutes to murder a man over a question of $20 to killing them in their homes to stopping and frisking to calling 911 in a public park over a reasonable request, we are still the monsters that haunt their nightmares. Every snub at work. Every skewered business, banking, real estate, and job market “policy” that fixes the game. Every casual exclusion, insult, and racist comment followed by “no offense”. Each unwarranted following by store security, and so much more. Every coded political message and campaign speech. Every gerrymandered election district and voting requirement design to suppress votes of color. God forgive us, we could go on for days. We as a group have invaded every aspect of their lives and we have the hubris to wonder why people are fed up? None of us are without sin, me included. Hate the way all this makes you feel? Think. How does it make them feel? How has it made them feel for over 400 years? And it is on us. We need to change. Not review, investigate, take under consideration, or propose some steps to appease. We need change that reaches back to our ancestors (like the racists we have statues and portraits of). We need to reconsider iconography (no more fun with racist flags), holidays, names on buildings, streets, parks, etc. Most urgently, we need to listen (and maybe really hear for the first time), look (and maybe really see for the first time), and learn that to be truly human is to embrace all of humanity as one.

He will be back at shooting guard when the Cavs take on the Denver Nuggets on Saturday. Coach Tyronn Lue said before the game against the 76ers that Smith was suspended for something that happened after shootaround Thursday morning but didn't offer specifics. After arriving at Lucas Oil Stadium, Barkley has reportedly been impressing teams off the field during interviews. After seeing what he did in college, that seems logical. While Barkley is set to go atop the draft, another former Big Ten running back slipped to the point where he wasn't chosen at all a year ago because of a perceived inability to help in the passing game - Corey Clement . The report comes days after Gronkowski, 28, cryptically tweeted about his future , which has remained something of a question mark following post-game remarks in Minnesota earlier this month . That's the highest cap hit among tight ends. Gronk has two years left on a six-year extension signed in 2012 and is owed $17 million total in base salary over the next two seasons. Dhanush , who is a producer of the film, tweeted, "Due to the demise of respected Jagadguru Poojyashri Jayaendra Saraswati Shankaracharya, as a mark of respect Kaala teaser will be released on 2nd March". Samuthirakani, Nana Patekar , Anjali Patil, Sukanya, Sayaji Shinde and Sampath Raj are in supporting roles. Many times Rajinikanth was photographed on the sets of the film dressed in all-black attire. I think all teams will have a variety of issues throughout testing. Despite the blip, Alonso recorded the seventh fastest time of the day and clocked up a total of 51 laps. While it'll be Alonso's fourth consecutive season with McLaren, Stoffel will look forward to make a mark in his second Season of F1. For McLaren Racing Director Eric Boullier, he was impressed with the design, engineering and aerodynamic departments on delivering a new auto with a new power unit in a short span of time. Monday. "I wasn't at all interested in trading any of our players", McPhee said. "And we wanted to keep it together". "We're trying to win right now". "When we acquired all those picks we said we'll either use them to draft players or acquire players". The player everyone felt the Red Wings would trade, defenseman Mike Green , went nowhere.

03 Aug How to do Bhadrasana? Yogendra Bhadrasana; the throne pose. Cultural Asana–for extremities. Ancient India Yoga texts such as the Hatha Yoga Pradipika as well as the Gheranda Samhita mention this asana. Yogi Swatmarama describes it as one of the 4 main Asanas that can be done for prolonged meditation. Bhadrasana is considered as the 4th Asana appropriate for extended periods of sitting. It says that a yogi can get rid of fatigue by sitting in this Asana. - Sit on the mat. The legs fully stretched forward, toes together– pointing upwards. Keep the hands beside the body, palms resting on mat. - Keep the neck straight and the upper body (chest) forward. - The stomach held in normal contour. And keep the chin drawn in. Focus eyes at one point straight ahead. The sequence of steps to perform Yogendra Bhadrasana or the throne posture: - Inhaling, in 3 seconds, draw both the legs close to the body. Now, keeping the legs in contact with the floor, with the knees bent outward and the soles of the feet together. - Bring the feet, with the toes pointing outward, close to the generative organ, the heels touching the perineum very closely. If required, clasp the feet to bring the heels as close to the body as possible. - Once this position is secured, place the hands on the respective knees pressing them down. Keep the upper part of the body and the neck erect. - Maintain this position for 6 seconds, retaining the breath (final position). - Return to starting position: Exhaling, in 3 seconds, return to the starting position, by slowly stretching the legs. - Practice 3 – 4 rounds/session, with a pause in between rounds. Beginners can try to stay in Bhadrasana for 1 minute. If your legs feel numb or start feeling discomforts gently release the posture. - Static pose: Attain the final position and maintain it for 2 minutes, as per individual comfort– breathing should be normal–slow and rhythmic. - Advanced practitioners can try to stay in this pose for as long as you can. Limitations / Contraindications: Severe arthritis. Benefits of Yogendra Bhadrasana, the throne pose: - Helps to loosen the joints by flexing and stretching the tendons. The muscles of the pelvis, knees and ankles become more supple. - Aids extreme stretching of both the superficial and deep muscles of the inner side of thigh. The interior of pelvis, groin and reproductive organs are benefitted - It also reacts favourably on the muscles and ligaments of the urogenital region. Also, facilitates supply of fresh oxygenated blood to the groin region. - Relieves tension in the sacral and coccygeal regions of the spine. - Practice in moderation and it provides relief in cases of sciatic, varicose vein and menstrual disorders. - Improves posture and concentration–mind remains focused and relaxed. Great posture for long hours of meditation and reduces mental activity. - Bhadrasana is a good for those who find it difficult to sit in more classical posture like Padmasana and Vajrasana.

Social Media and Traditional Media can play well together The greatest power of a social media network is the conversation. Traditional media, on the other hand still holds sway over many people’s desire for reliable news. As an advocate for the use of social media for networking, professional branding, influence and life-long learning opportunities I am often struck by the lack of trust many organisations still place in it as a tool. I admire the works of young professionals who advocate change and empowerment, such as Colleen Dilenscneider. Despite my strong belief in the value of social media tools I do not ignore the great impact traditional media has on public opinion and it’s powerful reach. A couple of weeks ago I learnt a good lesson in how social media and traditional media can play well together. It was also a good reaffirmation of the value I’ve placed in building professional networks online. In my role as an Education Officer at Sovereign Hill I have developed an online network for the education branch of our organisation as a means of communicating with teachers, sharing resources and keeping abreast of developments in the education sector. Part of my intention behind this was to develop public understanding of what Sovereign Hill Education was all about: providing educational resources and experiences to enhance student learning of Australian History. It was about building a unique and positive identity so that we could extend our reach in supporting teachers and students. Last week when the draft Australian Curriculum subjects for the senior years became public, a discussion about the place of Australian History within this began. It was through our network on Twitter that I discovered the mainstream media’s interest in this topic and introduced our role as advocates of good Australian History education. Then through this connection on Twitter we were invited to comment on the curriculum documents and concerns about the lack of Australian History. The following day it was front page news The Age and was also covered across Fairfax’s national network (in print and online) of newspapers. The article served to make people aware of our role as experts in Australian History education and consequently, we were approached by the local TV network, local ABC radio and a large Melbourne radio station for further comment. This was invaluable exposure for us. But the traditional media exposure was just part of the story. What followed was a series of conversations though social media, allowing interested people to comment on the story and discuss with others. We continued to be apart of this conversation on Twitter and through a follow up blog post, which addressed the theme of a vast number of public comments on the debate. What this experience showed me, was ways in which traditional media and social media can work well together. Most large organisations, particularly the traditional media organisations, recognise the role of social media in sharing, building and driving journalism and opinion. Traditional media may give organisations the opportunity to shout their message, but social media allows them to join in the conversation. Social media is conversational, reflective, personalised and, increasingly, expected. Has you organisation had an experience like this? How have you seen traditional media and social media play well together?

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Today’s blog isn’t directly about quitting drinking – although it does sit comfortably in the “something I wouldn’t have bothered trying if I was still drinking” category…. Huel was introduced to me by my band mate Ben (see here for my blog about my musical movements). Whilst my focus for the last year or so has been on losing a bit of weight and getting fit, Ben has been focusing on getting heavier. He’s a pretty hefty lad these days, especially compared to the skinny bastard I first met 10 years ago, but for him it’s not about the image – it’s about how much he can lift in the gym. His target daily calorie intake is around 6000 calories – and using Huel is a good way of controlling this intake, whether you’re looking to gain weight or lose weight. You use a calculator to workout how much you need to maintain / lose / increase your weight. Ben used Huel to increase calorie intake by drinking it between proper meals (and daily ENTIRE jars of peanut butter). His parps are rank. Incidentally he’s now stopped using Huel, as he’s found other options for quicker gains. Huel is a bit like a vanilla milkshake that you buy in powder form, and mix with water. Ingredients include oats, pea protein, flaxseed, and brown rice protein. Huel is described by it’s UK-based manufacturers as follows: Huel is a nutritionally complete powdered food that contains all the proteins, carbs, and fats you need, plus at least 100% of the European Union’s “Daily Recommended Amounts” of all 26 essential vitamins and minerals. So you know you won’t be deficient in any essential nutrients. It’s been formulated by the renowned nutrition expert James Collier BSc (Hons), RNutr. James has over 25 years of experience working in nutrition and dietetics, including 7 years as a Clinical Dietitian in the NHS. He also has an Honours Degree in Nutrition with Dietetics. Huel is 100% vegan (better for the environment and animals), super convenient, high in protein (148g per 2000 calories) and fibre (35g), contains just 4.6 grams of sugar per 2000 calories (no added sugar), requires minimal packaging and has a shelf-life of 12 months (so zero food waste). I initially thought the whole idea was pretty lazy to be honest, and a bit of a fad, but I’m open minded so I ordered a trial pack. After tasting it, and doing some online research, I decided to place an order and give it a go for the following reasons: - I’m pretty sure my diet could be improved – this has got to be healthier than no breakfast, and then a sandwich and crisps for lunch – right? - Nice and convenient. Takes 2 minutes to prepare each day, and hardly any washing up. - It’s cheap – it works out less than £1.50 a meal. - I kinda like it – I ordered the sweetened version and it sort of tastes like vanilla milkshake. I also sometimes mix it with coffee which works well. I started using it mid-November last year, so it’s been about 2.5 months. I have Huel for breakfast and lunch on weekdays, and then I have a proper banging evening meal. On weekends I only really have it if I need fuel before exercise, otherwise I’ll just have whatever I feel like. I’m all about the pizza, bitches. So far my experience of Huel has been really positive. Some big benefits I’ve noticed are: - The afternoon post-lunch slump I used to get at work has GONE. I just power through like an office-based Terminator. - I have loads of energy. I currently run around 30km per week, plus 2-3 hours of indoor climbing, and it’s easy. I’ve recently been running a 20km each weekend and so I just chug a Huel before I go. Usually I’ll last until the last couple of km’s before I even think about food. - I have definitely lost weight – but honestly this could be down to increased running too so might not be Huel’s doing… The only bad thing about Huel is that it makes me feel a bit like Seth Brundle from The Fly. Seth’s wardrobe is full of identical shirts, trousers, and shoes. This is so he doesn’t waste brain power having to decide what to wear each day. I think if Huel was around in the 80’s then Seth would have used it. He’d have used it so that he doesn’t need to waste brain power deciding which scientifically-transported deconstructed/reconstructed plastic-tasting steak to eat. He’d have been all over it, like a fly on… Huel (literally). So, in conclusion, I plan to continue on my Huel adventure. I like my weekdays to be structured and habitual – and Huel fits this perfectly. Some people go 100% Huel but I could never do that. I love my food, and in a perverse way the Huel helps with this because it increases my enjoyment of proper food. I’ll die before I give up my weekend feasts. You’ll need to pry that pepperoni pizza from my cold, dead hands. Go here for more info: https://huel.com Wanna read my big wanky blog from the start? Click here. Show us some fuckin’ love by buying yourself a lovely SoberPunks T-shirt here.

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The major considerations to think about include the size of your home, your budget, how you would like to heat your home, and the availability of fuel. You may consider heating the entire home, or just specific areas at a time to help save energy and money. Types of Heating Systems There are typically two major types of heating systems to heat a home: radiant heaters and convective heaters. Radiant heaters heat up objects in a room, instead of heating the air around them. Hot surfaces, like a heated concrete slab, gas heater panel, or bar radiator emit heat around the room. These types of heaters are convenient for large spaces, rooms with high ceilings, and homes that tend to be quite draughty. Convective heaters, on the other hand, heat all the air in a room. Through the use of moving water or air, heat is moved from one item to another in a space. Examples of convective heaters include ducted heating systems and fan heaters. 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When Treatment is Refused More from the Experts James English MS, CACPrimary Therapist Hurtful and damaging things will continue to happen until they get effective treatment. Detachment helps you conserve your balance and not take their addiction personally. You’re saying: “I believe you have the strength and intelligence to handle this yourself. I believe you’re going to find your way through this.” Ashley Bassett LCSWClinical Supervisor Detachment doesn’t mean a lack of interest or a lack of feeling. It’s an attitude of accepting calmly whatever happens. The best way to practice detachment is to learn to stay positive. Developing positivity takes time and energy, but it’s time and energy you’d otherwise spend feeling bad about yourself and your life. As I learned, I came to accept addiction as a disease that can be managed but never cured. This realization helped me develop compassion toward my son and accept that my anxiety was self-induced. I recognized that my instinct to try to fix him and the situations addiction got him in was coming from my own fear of what would happen if I didn’t step in. I had to think more objectively and realistically about my own feelings and my reactions. Is this good for me? Can I live with the outcome of my reaction? What are my motives? What are my choices? Is this a wise choice? It took me a long time to slow down instead of jumping in to fix his life. I’m able to listen instead of offering unsolicited advice. I don’t act impulsively. Often, I’ll say, “Let me think about this and I’ll get back to you.” Or if we disagree, I don’t argue. A simple “you might be right,” helps deflect fights. The slogans “think” and “listen and learn” have become invaluable. So does the cliché “mind your own business.” Cultivating compassion and detaching with love have been important tools for me. They’ve helped me chisel my way toward freedom.- Eric W. Detachment with love was the most difficult recovery concept for me to grasp. Even after I embraced the idea of setting boundaries, I was so focused on the things I needed to say to him and things I need to stop doing for him. I was still living without any sense of calm — trying to hold him accountable, to be there for him, to be positive and hopeful. All the other things they tell you in support groups. It wasn’t until I realized that if there was anything I could have said or did to change him, it would have already been said and done. So, I just stopped. I stopped snooping. I stopped making demands of him. Before an argument even happened, I took three steps back from the situation and took a deep breath. I used my time, energy and attention to rebuild myself, to start doing things I liked again. I had other things going on again to focus on. It did feel a little bit like giving up, but it felt good. I didn’t ignore him or refuse to talk, but I’d now have conversations with him without crying or nagging. I wasn’t numb to his addiction or living a totally separate life, but my attitude was strictly “matter-of-fact.” Without detachment, I’m sure my marriage would not have survived. And, I now know that whether my marriage ultimately survives or fails, it will not affect my own emotional survival. For the first time in my life, I truly believe that my husband’s addiction has absolutely nothing to do with me.- Christina V. Growing up my dad was my superhero, the man that I always aspired to become. However, not long after the addiction took hold, the good days became few and far between. God, I miss those good days. I would hold onto them in the darkest of times… I still do. But I was 26 when I finally realized that his alcohol addiction was uncontrollable, like a pot that never stops boiling. I tried for years to be supportive, to understand, and to show love. But his excuses just kept adding up, and I started to doubt myself, and his love for me. I grew tired and depressed. Eventually, my life was no longer my own anymore. I was living HIS life, and I wasn’t the man that I wanted to be. It took me awhile to understand the recovery concept that it’s ok to be selfish because for those years, without even knowing it, I had lost my sense of self. I didn’t even realize that he was pulling me under, drowning me right along with him, until I finally breached the surface and took that first breath. By choosing to step away, I was reborn. When I was younger, I yearned for immediate answers, quick fixes to his never-ending problem. But after each relapse, I felt defeated, lost, and confused. I couldn’t understand why I wasn’t enough of a reason for him to change. But that was the wrong approach. By practicing detachment, I learned that I’m my own person and what happens to him doesn’t reflect me. It took a while, but today, I can confidently face myself in the mirror and say that I’m happy with the man that I’ve become. And by keeping myself whole, I can continue to love, rather than hate my father; the man who, no matter what, is still my superhero despite the disease of addiction.- Tom D. At my first Al-Anon meeting, they taught me the three C’s: I didn’t cause it, I can’t control it and I can’t cure it. Hearing that was a huge relief for me because I felt like a hostage to my sister’s drinking for a long time. I put too much pressure on myself to keep her safe, and I had to let go in order to get my own life back. I had no idea what the women at the meeting were talking about when they shared about detaching. They taught me that it’s wasn’t my family’s fault that she was an addict. But, did that mean I had to watch her destroy her life and do nothing about it? I knew she was making all the wrong decisions and I felt that it was my job to step in. She needed me to help her maintain her life by paying her bills, staying up to make sure she made it home alive and bailing her out of jail when she got too drunk. Even though I didn’t see how letting her get in trouble and do this on her own was supposed to help her, I had to let go, trust the process, and realize that my help wasn’t helping. I took away her consequences, so there was no reason for her to change her behavior. I still don’t know if I am doing it right, so I keep going back to the meetings, sharing and receiving feedback so I can keep improving.- Taylor J.

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Interesting Facts about Insurance in Tanzania When it comes to the insurance industry in Tanzania, decreased awareness about insurance, its relevance, and benefits are causing a low penetration potential, especially among the underserved rural population. The rate of insurance penetration is recorded as only 1%, but this sector has a large growth potential if there is a committed effort to increase the insurance and financial literacy as a basement of growth. As of late, the Tanzanian insurance industry consists of nearly 30 insurance companies including many international corporate and 112 insurance brokers actively operating in the market. The total premium amount has reached to about TZS 554.4 billion back last year, which was an increase of 17% from the previous year. About insurance in TanzaniaIn an ideal scenario, the growth in insurance sector should always be in line with the economic growth of a country. Mr Israel Kamuzora, the Commissioner of Insurance and CEO of Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority, attributes the low penetration level and knowledge of insurance to historical and cultural factors. Despite all these facts, the insurance industry in Tanzania still shows a growth rate of nearly 20% every year for the last few years. However, when the global average is 2.3% in terms of insurance penetration level, the same in Tanzania is just 1% of the total GDP of the country. A study conducted last year is projecting a 7% growth in this sector in the coming years as the income of people are rising and individuals may seek insurance with the increasing need to protect their revenues and assets. A few notable facts; • The per capital insurance premium, in other words the insurance density, in Tanzania grew by about 76% to TZS12,052 last year, which was about TZS6,849 back in 2010. • TIRA (Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority) has estimated an 18% in the insurance sector in year 2016. It is also said that the insurance penetration may touch 0.9% of the total GDP this year. • Last year, Tanzania’s general Insurance business amounted to a total of TZS494bn, which is about a 135% increase in the last 5 years. • Back in 2014, the general insurance sector of Tanzania consisted of insurance policy shares as; • Motor (44%) • Aviation (22%) • Fire (21%) • Health (17%) • Engineering (12%). The highest growth was recorded in aviation sector, which grew by almost 41% in the last couple of years • As per TIRA projections, the general insurance premiums may have a 33% growth by year 2017 and may reach TZS659bn. The future scopeAs discussed above, there is still a big lag for the insurance reach in line with the GDP growth, which means that there is a huge scope for growth for insurance sector in Tanzania. The major problem is that majority of the insurance policies are now focused on the traditional markets, which are meant to serve the needs of bigger corporate and high-profile individuals, but fails to reach to the lower income and rural area population. However, this scenario is fast changing with products for agriculture and health insurance policies for rural Tanzania, which are expected to pave way to a faster penetration rate and growth in the coming years.

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Last Friday I was so pleased to invite my lovely B-Fit clients to my home for a B-Fit Christmas party. Not only was it a chance to throw a party and say thank you to my clients for all their hard work and dedication (after all, it’s because of them that I have the most amazing job in the world!) but it was also a sneaky strategic move. You see, Christmas is a time of ultimate indulgence and temptation. Parties at Christmas are the ultimate threat to our health and fitness goals, bullying us into eating and drinking too much, forgoing our exercise regimes and generally setting us back. The result is we roll into January feeling bloated, unhappy and demotivated. I threw my party to show my clients that you CAN have a little bit of what you fancy. See exhibit A: Yes, this is me pouring champagne! But I also laid on the most delicious, nutritious and amazing food for my clients that would guarantee they stayed eating and ENJOYING the right kind of foods. At one point in the evening, someone even commented that “This is the first party I’ve been to, where I’ve not had crisps! And do you know what? I’ve not missed them!”. This time of year is all about choices. You choose what to put in your mouth, you choose how much alcohol you drink, you choose whether or not you exercise (and actually, you probably have time off which gives you LESS of an excuse not to move your body!). You ultimately choose whether you have the body you deserve or not. An easy choice with this is to get some help. In the form of sound nutrition advice, group personal training or one to one training – all services I offer to women of all ages, shapes and sizes, health restrictions, injuries and lifestyles. I absolutely love my job and the party was actually quite emotional for me at one point – seeing how I’ve helped transform so many wonderful women to finally start seeing their potential, their beauty and realising their goals. See more photos on my Facebook page here SAVE £36 ON GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING If you’re thinking of booking on my next Group Personal Training Course starting in January, act fast and you could save £36 off the price! Book your place by 12th December to qualify for the discount as my free gift to you this Christmas. Text or call me to book your place 07748 298728 or email firstname.lastname@example.org

Toyota Recall Vehicles Due To Unintended Acceleration. NEWS UPDATE: Washington Post, Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 – Toyota hit by new surge of reported fatalities in vehicles (Click to view page) Since 2009, Toyota Motor Corp. has issued numerous vehicle recalls because of problems involving unintended acceleration. If you own one of these defective Toyota cars or trucks, or you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a Toyota vehicle and unintended acceleration, you may be eligible to join our Toyota recall class action lawsuit. Joining our Toyota recall class action lawsuit is one way you can hold Toyota accountable for its inadequate response to the unintended acceleration issues associated with its vehicles. Toyota unintended acceleration accidents have injured and killed numerous people. Yet despite receiving reports of such accidents for years, Toyota has failed to fully address this serious safety issue. Instead, the company has blamed these accidents on everything from driver error to faulty floor mats, despite growing evidence that something far more serious is causing acceleration problems. Even if you have not experienced an accident because of your defective Toyota, the expense and inconvenience you have incurred because of these recalls could still make you eligible for our Toyota recall class action lawsuit. If you have been impacted in anyway by the Toyota recalls, our Toyota recall class action lawsuit lawyers want to hear from you today. We will do everything legally possible to make sure Toyota customers are fully compensated for any physical and financial injuries they sustained. Toyota Recalls for Unintended Acceleration Since late 2009, Toyota has issued several recalls because of problems with unintended acceleration. The way these recalls were handled has left many Toyota owners confused. Toyota first acknowledged unintended acceleration problems in September 2009, when it warned its customers to remove the floor mats from their vehicles because of the potential for them to trap the accelerator, causing sudden acceleration. This was followed by a recall of 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles in the U.S. because floor mats could trap the gas pedal. This recall – the largest in the automaker’s history – involved the 2007-2010 Camry, 2005-2010 Avalon, 2004-2009 Prius, 2005-2010 Tacoma, 2007-2010 Tundra, 2007-2010 Lexus ES350 and 2006-2010 IS250/IS350. Despite the floor mat recall, Toyota and federal safety officials continued to receive reports of unintended acceleration and stuck pedals even in cases where the floor mats had been removed. One of the most serious incidents occurred just after Christmas, when four people were killed after the Toyota they were in sped out of control and crashed into a pond. Investigators found the vehicle’s floor mats had already been removed, and were stashed in the truck. Toyota Recalls Vehicles In U.S. On January 21, 2010, the company recalled 2.3 million Toyota vehicles in the U.S. because the accelerator pedal can stick, causing unintended acceleration. The automaker maintained that the accelerator pedal issue was not related to the floor mat recall, although about 1.7 million of the vehicles are also involved in both recalls. Models involved are the 2009-2010 RAV4, 2009-2010 Corolla, 2009-2010 Matrix, 2005-2010 Avalon, certain 2007-2010 Camrys, 2010 Highlander, 2007-2010 Tundra, 2008-2010 Sequoia. On January 26, Toyota announced it was suspending production and sales of the eight models involved in the accelerator pedal recall. A day after that announcement, Toyota added 1.09 million models to the floor mat recall. Models involved are the 2008-2010 Highlander, 2009-2010 Corolla, 2009-2010 Venza, 2009-2010 Matrix, 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe. Finally, on January 28th, Toyota recalled 75,500 vehicles in China over the accelerator pedal problem. The company also said it would recall vehicles in Europe, but did not know how many. Even as it announced the January recalls, Toyota did not have a fix for the unintended acceleration problem. In fact, it’s doubtful the company even knows exactly what is causing these issues. Toyota has told government officials that it thinks a friction problem in its accelerator pedal mechanisms may make the pedal “harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.” But a statement by its supplier, CTS Corp., said that the friction problem accounts for fewer than a dozen cases of stuck accelerators, “and in no instance did the accelerator actually become stuck in a partially depressed condition. Toyota Criticized for Slow Action, Quality Issues Many auto experts doubt both the sticky accelerator pedal and floor mat excuses put forth by Toyota, and believe one or more issues related to electronics are behind unintended acceleration problems. Possibilities include the complicated electronic sensors that relay the message from the gas pedal to the engine, the design and location of the sensor system, or a lack of a fail-safe override mechanism. The ETCS-Intelligent System, the vehicles’ electronic throttle-control system is considered a major suspect, and some experts maintain that vehicles equipped with such systems have a dangerous propensity to suddenly and unintentionally accelerate. They point out that unintended acceleration complaints began to increase significantly in 2002, when Toyota began installing the ETCS-I in a broad range of its vehicle lines. Some Toyota critics have blamed these issues on the company’s rapid expansion in recent years. One Japanese analyst told The New York Times that the recalls weren’t surprising, and that there had been fears that the company was becoming “seriously outstretched” and “lacked the human resources and production capacity” for its expansion efforts. Finally, allegations have been raised that Toyota knew about issues with unintended acceleration long before it began announcing recalls. As stated previously, such reports began to increase in 2002. What’s more, Toyota has said it learned of problems with accelerator-pedal assemblies from supplier CTS in late 2009, but said they were not enough to warrant a recall. In the past, Toyota has also blamed driver error for accidents involving unintended acceleration. Toyota Recall Class Action Lawsuit Some Toyota customers have had to pay a high price because of the carmaker’s failure to fully address the unintended acceleration issue. Toyota faces at least five lawsuits brought by individual plaintiffs claiming deaths or injuries caused by sudden acceleration. In one particularly tragic incident, an off-duty California Highway Patrol Officer and his family were killed when their 2009 Lexus ES 350 sped out of control, plummeted over an embankment and burst into flames. As the vehicle sped out of control, the family desperately called 911, and they can be heard on the 911 tapes asking each other to pray only seconds before their deaths. Millions of Toyota customers have been put in harms way because of the company’s failure to recognize and deal with its unintended acceleration issues. For those injured or killed in accidents caused by this defect, Toyota’s recall has come much too late. Lives could have been saved had Toyota taken action when it first began to receive reports of these incidents.

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Creating a slider with the Customizr WordPress theme 0. On home : removing the default slider By default on home the Customizr theme displays a slider generated from your latest posts, using the post's featured image, if set, as background image, the post title as slide title, the post's excerpt as description, and the post's URL as link for the call to action button. Let's see how to remove this default slider then: - From your WordPress dashboard, navigate through Appearance -> Customize - Open the Front Page Content section ( if you don't see this section in the customizer, it means that you are not currently previewing your home page ) - Scroll down to reach the SLIDER OPTIONS set - From the dropdown list against Select front page slider select No slider: - Save and Publish 1. Open the media library 2. Open a media and set the slide’s options - If your media library is displayed as a list (see the screenshot below), just click on the thumbnail of the image you want to add to a slider: - If your media library is displayed as a grid (see the first screenshot below), click on the thumbnail of the image you want to add to a slider and then on the Edit more details link (see the second screenshot below): Scroll down and find the Slider Options box (see the screenshot below): 3. Adding the image to a slider Add the image to a slider by clicking on the iphone like button as shown in the screenshot below: A new set of fields to set up your slide will appear. 4. Setting options and call-to-action content Here you can set the options like transition speed (delay between slides ), and the optional call to actions content : title, description, color (of title and description), button text, link, etc... Leave those settings empty if you only want to display an image only. Note : The background color of the call-to-action button is the primary color of the theme. 5. Naming the slider If you haven’t created any slider, you will see the following message : “You haven’t create any slider yet. Write a slider name and click on the button to add you first slider.” Just type a name and click on on the Add a slider button: Once clicked on the button, your slider is created and you will see that your image has been added in it: 6. Reordering the slides Reordering the slides is done manually by dragging and dropping your slides, see the screenshot below : 7. Removing a slide If you want to remove a slide : - click on "Edit the slide" - In the slider options, set "Add to a slider" to No 8. Displaying a slider on the front page Now go back to the Customizer ( From your WordPress dashboard, navigate through Appearance -> Customize) Open the Front Page Content section and click on the slider dropdown list. You should see your freshly created slider in the list now. Just select it, save and you are done. - Choose the slider options : full-width or boxed, delay between slides and whether or not apply a dark overlay on the slider's images. Note : The option Apply a dark overlay on your slider's images is available only for the modern style. - Choose the slider height, choose whether to apply to all sliders, and whether to replace the default image height. 9. Displaying a slider on a post or a page Open a page or a post and go to the bottom of the screen. There you’ll find a metabox called Slider Options. Click on the iphone like button below Add a slider to this post/page and select your wanted slider in the dropdown list. Update the recent changes on the post/page by clicking on the WordPress Update button 10. Deleting a slider On the top right corner of the slides list, you’ll find a clickable link called Delete this slider (see below). Just click it and confirm the action in the pop in window.

Few special steam excursions over the years have garnered so much attention and remain regular topics of discussion as the American Freedom Train of the 1970s. This consist was first conceived by Ross Rowland early during that decade and took a monumental effort just to see it become reality due to time constraints and funding issues. The train, of course, was meant to celebrate America's Bicentennial and it was very successful in accomplishing that endeavor. However, the lasting impression of the train was its endowment to the railroad preservation community. Not only did Rowland's idea allow for the restoration of three large steam locomotives, one of which is still in service today, but it also inspired the concept of excursions, particularly steam powered, as a popular means of drawing the public back to the rails (and preserving history at the same time). The American Freedom Train that most know of today was actually not the first. Directly after the end of World War II there was the original Freedom Train, which hit the railroads in 1947. It was also painted in patriotic red, white, and blue and led by a pair of matching Alco PA-1s. The purpose of the train, first proposed by Attorney General Tom Clark, was designed to remind Americans to not take their freedom for granted by presenting a copy of the U.S. Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Truman Doctrine, Bill of Rights, and other precious Americana (protected by select U.S. Marines during every trip) on a nationwide tour that spanned more than 300 cities across all of the lower 48 states between 1947 and 1949. The train was quite popular and witnessed thousands of visitors passing through its cars during the two year tour. The idea for the American Freedom Train nearly three decades later was first conceived by successful broker Ross Rowland, Jr. who first thought of the idea in 1969 when he saw the popularity of the Golden Spike ceremony in Utah, which celebrated the centennial of the Transcontinental Railroad's completion. However, Rowland realized that for the train to become reality would require a lot of work in a short period of time. He first began soliciting the idea for a second coming of the Freedom Train in 1971 but found little success in the way of sponsorships; no one believed that a steam-powered, cross-country excursion to celebrate the nation's upcoming Bicentennial would be very successful. Additionally, the concept of spending millions of dollars on something that would not earn a dime in returned investment seemed even more frivolous. However, Rowland caught a break during the spring of 1973 when he met Ralph Weisinger who was a close associate of PepsiCo's chairman Don Kendall. Apparently, Kendall liked the concept and quickly approved a sponsorship of $1 million for the American Freedom Train Foundation. Following Pepsi's backing Rowland suddenly found himself with numerous sponsors lining up to fund the train from Kraft Foods to General Motors. Incredibly, help to get the project off the ground even went to the highest levels of government. When President Nixon learned of Rowland's intentions he opened the federal archives to the AFT Foundation, instructing that it be allowed full access to historic documents for display on the train. Such a gesture allowed Rowland to feature such pieces as the Constitution and Bill of Rights. In all, more than 500 artifacts of Americana would be displayed on the train. While Rowland now had the funding he needed, getting the equipment together and in service would be another matter as he had only a few short years in which to do it. During June of 1974 the Preamble Express was launched to scout out the future route of the American Freedom Train, which was officially inaugurated on December 19 of that year by new President Gerald Ford in Alexandria, Virginia. A few days earlier on December 14th the first locomotive chosen to pull the AFT was pulled from its resting place at Portland's (Oregon) Oak Park and moved to Burlington Northern's nearby roundhouse to begin restoration. This steamer was none other than Southern Pacific Class GS-4 #4449, which would be leading the train throughout much of its western excursions. However, at least one other locomotive would also be needed, which just so happened to be Texas & Pacific 2-10-4 #610. This Texas type steamer was owned by David Pearson, which had an offer from a wealthy associate to restore the locomotive for use on the American Freedom Train during early 1975. Finally, a third locomotive entered the picture during the early spring of that same year. Rowland decided he needed another steamer when he realized that #4449 probably would not be ready in time, which would have forced the AFT to be powered by diesels for a short time. To prevent this from happening Rowland was able to secure former Reading Class T-1 #2101. The big 4-8-4 was owned by Baltimore's Striegel Supply Company, which agreed to sell the Northern for use on the AFT. Incredibly, in just thirty days #2101 was completely overhauled by a group of volunteers working nearly 24/7. On March 28, 1975 #2101 picked up the American Freedom Train at Cameron Station in Alexandria, Virginia and began its journey north to Wilmington, Delaware's Delaware Park where it sat on display from April 1st through 4th. During the next year and a half the train traveled through all of the lower 48 states and witnessed more than 7 million visitors pass through its 10 display cars (most of which were former light and heavyweight baggage cars). Throughout 1976 the AFT toured the country and saw its final visitors on the last day of that year, December 31st. Aside from the historic American documents the train carried rare items such as the Judy Garland's dress from The Wizard Of Oz, moon rocks, President Lincoln's stovepipe hat, and other pieces. The train turned out to be a rousing public relations success, and Rowland went on to become involved with several other steam locomotive projects such as Chesapeake & Ohio #614, the ACE 3000 tests during the 1980s (the concept that steam could be a practical means of main line power once again), and the stillborn Greenbrier Presidential Express of 2011. Since the American Freedom Train concluded two of its locomotives have returned to permanent display, T&P #610 and Reading #2101 (after the unit was caught in a roundhouse fire in 1979). However, #4449 has persevered through the years returning to her "Daylight" livery roots and has continued to handle excursions since her AFT days. The lasting impression of Rowland's American Freedom Train, however, was its success in demonstrating that steam locomotive restoration and preservation could also be a marketing tool in attracting the public to ride trains. Today, that concept is more successful than ever despite the high initial costs involved to restore such a locomotive back to operational status. For a detailed, historical history of the AFT please click here.

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Here at Abby Farms we are perennially working to provide our customers with the best selection of plant material in the Mid-Atlantic region. That is why this year we have expanded our perennial offerings for 2016. We have added several varieties we have not offered before and also increased our production numbers of the tried and true staples our customers depend on. Our newly expanded perennial lineup will allow more of our customers to source all their plant material needs for their entire job from one source, eliminating the headaches of multiple deliveries to jobsites or the time consuming multiple nursery stops to gather all of your plant material. In addition to bulking up our production numbers and expanding our variety we have also refined our pricing for 2016 to be very competitive in the perennial arena. Give our sales rep Doug Miller a call 240-388-0700 or send him an email DDMiller@abby-farms.com for more information about current availability and pricing. Some of the new perennials Abby Farms will be growing for 2016 include black scallop ajuga which has been a long time staple for those shady areas. Also new on our list will be pink lightning ajuga. Pink lightning features very nicely variegated foliage and bright pink flowers on small spikes. This plant is hardy and brightens up those shady areas needing a vibrant ground cover that’s not boring. We have also added Marshalls Delight bee balm. With its nice pink flowers and resistance to powdery mildew and rust, this perennial is a great grower and dependably hardy. Husker red digitalis has been very popular and asked for often so this year we are pleased to be growing this beardtongue variety. With nice bright white flowers and dark foliage this plant is a real head turner. We at Abby Farms are committed to growing sustainably and as a result our plants are healthier and survive better once planted in the landscape when compared to plants grown the old fashioned or “traditional” way. Give our perennials a chance to enhance your next job and you wont be disappointed.

NOAA Teacher at Sea Aboard R/V Tiglax April 26 – May 9, 2019 Mission: Northern Gulf of Alaska Long-Term Ecological Research project Geographic Area of Cruise: Northern Gulf of Alaska – currently in transit from ‘Seward Line’ to ‘Kodiak Line’ Date: May 5, 2019 Weather Data from the Bridge Latitude: 57o 34.6915’ Longitude: 150o 06.9789’ Wind: 18 knots, South Seas: 4-6 feet Air Temperature: 46oF (8oC) Air pressure: 1004 millibars Cloudy, light rain Science and Technology Log I was going to just fold the information about mixotrophs into the phytoplankton blog, but this is so interesting it deserves its own separate blog! On land, there are plants that photosynthesize to make their own food. These are called autotrophs – self-feeding. And there are animals that feed on other organisms for food – these are called heterotrophs – other-feeding. In the ocean, the same is generally assumed. Phytoplankton, algae, and sea grasses are considered autotrophs because they photosynthesize. Zooplankton, fish, birds, marine mammals, and benthic invertebrates are considered heterotrophs because they feed on photosynthetic organisms or other heterotrophs. They cannot make their own food. But it turns out that the line between phytoplankton and zooplankton is blurry and porous. It is in this nebulous area that mixotrophs take the stage! Mixotrophs are organisms that can both photosynthesize and feed on other organisms. There are two main strategies that lead to mixotrophy. Some organisms, such as species of dinoflagellate called Ceratium, are inherently photosynthetic. They have their own chloroplasts and use them to make sugars. But, when conditions make photosynthesis less favorable or feeding more advantageous, these Ceratium will prey on ciliates and/or bacteria. Bacteria are phosphorous, nitrogen, and iron rich so it is beneficial for Ceratium to feed on them at least occasionally. Microscopy work makes it possible to see the vacuole filled with food inside the photosynthetic Ceratium. Other organisms, including many ciliates, were long known to be heterotrophic. They feed on other organisms, and it is particularly common for them to eat phytoplankton and especially cryptophyte algae. Recent research has revealed, however, that many ciliates will retain rather than digest the chloroplasts from the phytoplankton they’ve eaten and use them to photosynthesize for their own benefit. Viewing these mixotrophs under blue light with a microscope causes the retained chloroplasts to fluoresce. I saw photos of them and they are just packed with chloroplasts! Mixotrophs are an important part of the Gulf of Alaska ecosystem. They may even help to explain how a modestly productive ecosystem (in terms of phytoplankton) can support highly productive upper trophic levels. Mixotrophy can increase the efficiency of energy transfer through the trophic levels, so more of the energy from primary productivity supports the growth and reproduction of upper trophic levels. They also may increase the resiliency of the ecosystem, since these organisms can adjust to variability in light, nutrients, and phytoplankton availability by focusing more on photosynthesis or more on finding prey. Yet little is known about mixotrophs. Only about one quarter of the important mixotroph species in the Gulf of Alaska have been studied in any way, shape or form! Researchers are trying to determine what kinds of phytoplankton the mixotrophic ciliates and dinoflagellates are retaining chloroplasts from. They are also curious whether this varies by location, season or year. Understanding the conditions in which mixotrophic organisms derive energy from photosynthesis and the conditions in which they choose to feed is another area of research focus, especially because it has important ramifications for carbon and nutrient cycling and productivity across trophic levels. And it is all very fascinating! Did you know? Well over half of the oxygen on earth comes from photosynthetic organisms in the ocean. So next time you take a breath, remember to thank phytoplankton, algae, and marine plants! Tonight was likely our last full night of work, as we expect rough seas and high winds will roll in around midnight tomorrow and persist until the afternoon before we head back to Seward. We were able to get bongo net sampling completed at 6 stations along the Kodiak Line, and hope that in the next two nights we can get 2-4 stations done before the weather closes in on us and 2-4 nets on the last evening as we head back to Seward. Despite our push to get 6 stations finished tonight, we took time to look more closely at one of the samples we pulled up. It contained a squid as well as a really cool parasitic amphipod called Phronima that lives inside of a gelatinous type of zooplankton called doliolids. Check out the photos and videos below for a glimpse of these awesome creatures (I couldn’t figure out how to mute the audio, but I would recommend doing that for a less distracting video experience).

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Freedom of the Press Show Cause Hearing of August 23, 2017 By Gary Hunt August 26, 2017 I intended to write an article about the Freedom of the Press hearing in Portland, Oregon. However, since I had decided to testify, I had mentally prepared to answer cross-examination questions, should they be asked. My problem in writing this is that the answers given and the answers not given are mingled together in my mind, I can’t quite sort them out and be sure of the accuracy of what I say. As to discussing other matters that were brought up, as well as examination and cross-examination of the government’s two witnesses, FBI SA Jason Kruger and FBI SA Matthew Catalano, are also mingled in my mind, as well as much that was presented by both the prosecuting attorney and my able counsel, Michael Rose. Therefore, I will, at this time, simply give an overview, from my perspective, of what occurred. AUSA (Assistant United States Attorney) Pamala Holsinger opened by telling us how damaging my exposing the informants was. She then called FBI SA Jason Kruger to the stand. Kruger must have listened to many hours of various internet radio shows I did, as well as reading, perhaps, all that I have written in both the “Burns Chronicles” and “Freedom of the Press” series. I would say that he was accurate in his quoting from both, but often the words, without inflection and out of context, tell a story that is, at best, just close. However, his testimony, until cross-examination, simply painted a picture of me saying that what I had written would help the defendants. However, in cross-examination, he was referred to what he had written in his 302 reports and it was pointed out that I had said that my purpose in doing the outing was to shed light on the “Misdeeds of Government”, a phrase that I has been used for decades in describing my writing. Next came Catalano. Matthew is a nice guy and we got along well, in our two meetings. However, his examination followed the same course. Well, until cross-examination, where Mr. Rose elicited some more positive aspects of our meetings, as well as the fact that from the beginning, I had told Catalano that I didn’t believe that I was subject to a Protective Order, especially one issued out of Oregon, and me not being among those to whom the Protective Order was addressed. Now, the dilemma is that given what they had presented, both the positive and the negative were nothing more than words. Very little about my motivation to investigate the identities and then write about the informants is addressed in the articles, themselves. And, the radio shows, well, when you speak to an audience, you are not under oath, and you may tend to not present certain statements with sufficient explanation to put a proper context on what is said. Kind of like a politician seeking election, but not telling you all that he believes. Absent my testimony, where I could present the motivation, it would simply be a coin-toss as to whether the negative or positive would be used by Judge Anna Brown to make her ruling on the matter. Interestingly, those who wish to ridicule me on the Internet reported that my attorney told me to “shut up”. Well, that is very far from the truth. The day before the Hearing, when I arrived in Portland, I met with him to discuss the hearing. He asked if I had any witnesses to call, and I told him that I keep all but my articles to myself — that nobody could really speak to what my motivation was — except me. He advised me of the dangers of taking the stand, though I already understood what those were. It was clear that I could not speculate on the source, which was a comfort to me, as I simply had to tell the truth, that I didn’t know who sent me the Discovery information that was the evidence I used to identify the informants. He said that he felt comfortable that I could take the stand, so it was decided that I would. As my turn to take the stand arrived, Judge Brown asked whether I was properly advised of the potential risk, if I took the stand. Mr. Rose explained that we had discussed that, and that I was aware of the necessity that I do so. So, I took the stand and testified. Those who have spread that he had advised me not to are lying out their backside, or are so mentally deficient that they cannot grasp something as simple of a standard admonition that the judge has to give whenever a defendant, or Respondent, in my case, chooses to testify. Anyway, being on the stand I could explain why I said some of the things that had been testified to, but could also explain that those statements were a consequence of the outing of the informants; That my motivation was, from the beginning, to let the public know that the government enlists spies to watch and report on our every move. Finally, in cross-examination, the anticipated question came. However, the wording that Pamala Holsinger used was not acceptable, as the question was “loaded”. Judge Brown interrupted and clarified the question with, “Would you take down the excerpted [from the 1023 forms] material, if that was the Order of this Court?” To which I responded that I went to jail in Sacramento for seven days. Then, Judge Brown graciously held a telephonic hearing in which it was agreed that I could come before this Court, without submitting to the jurisdiction thereof. That this was the second hearing that has been held to determine if this Court did have jurisdiction; and that when this Court rules, if it is that the Court does have jurisdiction and orders the removal of the offending material, then I would abide by the order and comply. Thus ended the hearing, though Judge Brown did state that this was a very important issue, that there were many people interested in the outcome of this case, and that it was a very important case. She will take the proceedings under advisement and will give her ruling after careful consideration. What is riding on this matter is whether, if one gains access to information that others were not to provide to anyone, that third party is free to use that information to report on the misdeeds of government. The decision balances on whether the defendants were aided and abetted by my actions. Aiding and Abetting requires collusion between parties. Whether the government has made their case of Aiding and Abetting, or not, is the deciding factor. However, issues that are more fundamental are also at stake. For example, how can a defendant call an informant to testify on his behalf (Sixth Amendment) if the Discovery information he receives does not provide a name so that the informant can be questioned to determine if he might provide exculpatory testimony? And, if there were exculpatory information in the Discovery information, it would have been redacted out, thereby denying the defendant a source to prove his innocence. It also raises a question of whether the Fourth Estate (the press), whose traditional role included keeping an eye on the government and reporting their doings to the people, is now criminal, affording an unwarranted degree of secrecy to government actions. Please support our coverage of your rights. Donate here: Paypal.me/RedoubtNews

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Un Lun Dun by China Mieville. Del Rey, Random House, Inc., New York, 2007. MG fantasy, 578 pages. Twelve-year-old Zanna and her best friend Deeba find a secret portal that takes them from their hometown of London to mysterious UnLunDun, where the giraffes are carnivorous and Zanna is the Chosen One with a special destiny… right? I don’t know why this book doesn’t get mentioned more often. Perhaps because it is so long for a middle grade read, or because Mieville isn’t known for his children’s literature. In fact, I suspect many people don’t even realize it’s a children’s book, especially other editions that have a different cover. The cover needs to be somewhat vague, because this is a book of many twists and turns. In fact, it’s impossible to discuss the book, especially the diverse aspects, without revealing one major spoiler which occurs about a hundred pages in. If you wish to avoid spoilers, scroll down to the bottom for my general thoughts and recommendations. This book has a slow build with Zanna and Deeba gradually learning about the existence of UnLunDun through strange occurrences in their daily life, to finally finding themselves there. They’re told that in order to return home and find out what’s going on, they have to find the Propheseers, and once they do, they meet a centuries-old magical book that claims Zanna is the Shwazzy, or Chosen One. Of course, being the Shwazzy comes with all sorts of fantastical benefits and adventures as would befit our blonde, unusually-named heroine, right? But Zanna seems a bit stressed out by all the magical adventures. She succumbs to the big bad even before the quests really start, and the leaders of UnLunDun don’t know what to do next. Enter Deeba. She might have curly hair and an ethnic, not magically unusual, name, but she’s made friends while tagging along with Zanna and doesn’t want to see this world end just because her friend passed out. So Deeba takes charge, but she’s not exactly listening to the magic book. After all, it was wrong about Zanna, right? As she and her newfound friends try to save the world of UnLunDun and get back home before her parents forget her very existence, she also unwittingly becomes the UnChosen, the center of a movement to change the magical city. I was so tickled by this twist, which at the time was delightfully new to me. Why are there not more books about the chosen one not making the cut and a pluckier kid stepping in? Of course by now there are, but in 2007 the concept was more novel. I’ll just give away one more – Deeba starts out on Zanna’s intricate, multi-step quest, decides there’s no time for this, and jumps to the last bit instead. I cheered for that one! Although this novel subverts the genre, it also adheres to it in curious ways. Deeba has her own quest and intricate character arc, and there are many moving pieces that come together in a fascinating and satisfying conclusion. Try though I might, so far I haven’t been able to successfully read this aloud. While there are some other books with a slow initial build and payoff part-way into the book, a hundred plus pages is a very long time to read before getting into the main story’s action. And in general, 500+ pages is a lot to ask of a MG reader, even if there are short chapters and fun illustrations. That may be why the publisher has remarketed this toward teens and adults. Certainly, older readers can also enjoy this book – it’s best read by readers with stamina who already enjoy fantasy. Students new to fantasy won’t be able to enjoy the way Mieville subverts our expectations, and students who struggle with longer books might give up before they get to the best parts. There are some intense parts in this book. A few I’ve mentioned in spoilers above, but also, a character is homeless, death, loss, and serious injuries occur, families are separated, some imagery used is not for the squeamish, the environmental impact of our poor choices is discussed, and probably a few others I’m forgetting. My first time reading this book, I was taking a long flight and bought this at the airport. It must have recently been released in softcover because usually the airport doesn’t have a great selection of either fantasy or diverse novels. The flight took me only halfway through the book, but I just had to know what happened to UnLunDun! Over the years since, I’ve revisited the story a half dozen times, and while I know the major plot twists now, this is still an engaging novel. Every reread I find something new that was overlooked before. The extreme length and slow build might put most readers off, but I’d still suggest it to readers with excellent stamina and a delight in twists on urban fantasy’s tropes. Over ten years after publication, I don’t have much hope of a sequel, but still hope for one that would tie up the few loose ends left and show us more of Mieville’s magical city.

Greetings from London. Sixteen year old me is very excited this week. Actually adult me is very excited too. Interview with Brendan Murphy from The 4 of Us I’m delighted to have Brendan Murphy from The 4 of Us on The London Ear today. Songs for the Tempted is only of those albums I keep going back to again and again. Plus, it’s actually 30 years since its release. Added to that is that The 4 of Us are coming to The Fiddler in London for a gig on December 4. So great timing all round. It was great to chat to Brendan, (Left in the photo) about the band’s thirty year career, the hard slog of being independent musicians and of course we chatted about Songs For The Tempted and the biggest Irish song of 1989, ‘Mary’. Catch Brendan and Declan at The Fiddler on December 4th. Tickets available from the band’s website. Here’s a the video we spoke about during our interview, River Flows from the album, Sugar Island. Here’s an oldie but a goodie. From Songs For the Tempted, Drag My Bad Name Down. The London Ear 269 // November 30 2019 Playlist 1. Jape: We Threw A Dead Thing Overboard 2. A Lazarus Soul: Funeral Sessions 3. The Late David Turpin feat Gar Cox: What The Winter Brings 4. The 4 of Us: Drag My Bad Name Down 5. Interview with Brendan Murphy from The 4 of Us (Part 1) 6. The 4 of Us: River Flows 7. Interview with Brendan Murphy from The 4 of Us (Part 2) 8. The 4 of Us: Mary 9. Junk Drawer: Temporary Day Listen On Demand to The London Ear Thanks for listening, The London Ear broadcast on DAB radio, Saorview and outside Ireland you can listen online. You can listen to the show again on the RTE player including all previous episodes. The show is broadcast every Saturday at 1300.

When I pulled this handwritten recipe out of the old recipe tin, I was intrigued. There was no title, just five simple ingredients, and a very short jumble of instructions. After looking over the ingredients: butter, flour, sugar, pecans, I figured that this recipe was for something similar to Mexican Wedding Cakes (which I’ve always loved) and so this card moved to the top of the stack of “must makes” for the Recipe Tin Project. The Recipe Tin Project, as I fondly call it, is a little project where I am cooking my way through an old tin of handwritten recipes. It’s chock full of old recipe cards – most of which seem to be from the ’60s and ’70s – and there are everlasting classics like Chocolate Cake and some not so timeless creations like Jellied Chicken Gumbo. To read more about the contents of the tin and the project, you can go to the first post here. These little cookie balls fall into the “classics” category of that tin. They’re buttery and crumbly and ridiculously easy. I’m a little bit in love with them. I was right in that they are like Mexican Wedding Cakes. They’re sweet, dense little pecan-speckled balls that are genius in their simplicity and utility. They are made of only five ingredients (six if you count the powdered sugar for dusting) and I doubt that there is an easier cookie out there to make. The recipe card looks to me like something someone quickly jotted down to hand to a friend, forgetting the title and not even taking time to flush out the instructions. My guess is said friend took a bite of these and requested the recipe and the recipe was so simple that the woman scribbled it down from memory. She says to use “any amount of chopped pecans,” which made me smile. I found 1 cup to be the perfect amount. The ease of these sweet little spheres makes them perfect for holiday cookie parties or bake sales… this recipe makes A LOT. They’re entirely too poppable though, and they’ll be gone before you know it. A light dusting of powdered sugar is just the thing to surround their buttery, crumbly center; it contrasts so well with the salty, nutty pecans. These Pecan Cookie Balls are a total winner, and I know I’ll be making them again and again throughout the years. This is definitely one to add to your own recipe box. 20 minutes to prepare serves 24 - 3 cups all-purpose flour - 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened - 1/2 cup granulated sugar - 1 cup pecans, chopped - 1 cup powdered sugar (optional) - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract - Preheat oven to 400°F. - Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix together with a fork. Roll into small balls (about 1-inch across) and place on baking sheet. - Bake 13-15 minutes. Let cool and shake in a ziploc big filled with powdered sugar to coat, if using. Enjoy!

Why Choose a Toshiba Air Conditioning for your Home? For more than 40 years Toshiba Air Conditioning has been making air conditioning that sets new standards in comfort, ease of use, energy efficiency and climate control. Committed to delivering the highest standard of quality and innovation, Toshiba provides high power with high efficiency. Toshiba offer three different home air conditioning systems, a single split system, for smaller homes, a multi-split system for multiple room application and ducted air conditioning system for whole home air control with a neat and tidy look. The team at Rite Price Heating and Cooling can advise you on the right system for your home. As a proudly South Australian family company, we are proud of our reputation for delivering premium service, installation and support. Change your Environment at the Touch of a Button with Toshiba Air Conditioning Air conditioners have been called one of the greatest mechanical engineering achievements of the 20th century. When we want to be more comfortable we simply power up an air conditioner at the touch of a button. These units have become a standard appliance in most households and while they look unassuming, each one is actually a complex electromechanical system; the end-product of nearly a century of engineering development in cooling, thermodynamics, controls, and energy efficiency. Toshiba Air Conditioning inverter technology ensures that your energy is being used efficiently, only using high power in the most intense temperatures. To be kind to the environment, all inverter models run on R410A non-ozone depleting refrigerant. They also all come with a built in filter function that produces better airflow throughout the house. What kind of system? - A split-system: This type of air conditioner consists of a compressor unit that’s installed outside, and one or more indoor air outlets. They’re usually used to cool one or more rooms, or an open-plan area, of up to 60 square metres. Price range: $800–$3000 - Inverter technology: With conventional air conditioners, the compressor is either on (working to 100 per cent capacity) or off. Inverters can vary the compressor speed and maintain the set temperature within a narrow range. They are generally more efficient and can cost less to run, although a good conventional model can still be cost-effective. - Cooling-only or reverse-cycle: Reverse-cycle models don’t cost much more than cooling-only models and can be used for heating in winter. While the purchase and installation costs can be high, reverse-cycle air conditioners are actually among the cheapest and most effective forms of heating for large spaces. They cause less carbon dioxide to be produced in power plants burning fossil fuel than other kinds of electric heaters. All-Round Comfort plus Precise Temperature Control Toshiba Air Conditioning range of single split system air conditioners are designed for flexibility in application and with a low operating sound level and improved air quality. So you get all round comfort plus precise temperature control, in a single split system air conditioner which is sleek, stylish and backed by the famous Toshiba Air Conditioning warranty and support. At Rite Price Heating and Cooling we sell and recommend this brand with absolute confidence. High Power with High Efficiency. The essential performance of air conditioners is determined by the characteristics of the compressor, the heart of any air conditioner. The two major requirements that face inverter-driven compressors are: a broad variable working RPM range, and high efficiency, low noise, and low vibration throughout such range. Traditional inverter air conditioners use a single-cylinder, single rotary compressor operating on a single-rotation, single-compression principle. But rotational imbalances can lead to vibration, noise, and shaft whirling that limits performance. Toshiba uses a revolutionary Twin-Rotary Compressor, making accurate compressor rotation possible with less energy loss. Dual Rotary Action Compressor. Unlike a conventional rotary compressor, Toshiba Air Conditioning twin rotary compressor rotates with two rollers at the same time. As a result, there is a great reduction in energy consumption while maintaining very powerful operation. It is also extremely quiet because stable performance occurs with minimum friction. It’s ideal for noise-sensitive applications as the sound of the outdoor unit is almost imperceptible. Hybrid Inverter Merges Two Control Modules. Toshiba Air Conditioning have managed to integrate two distinct compressor control modules into one design, enabling their units to achieve constant natural comfort with maximum energy efficiency. PAM (Pulse Amplitude Modulation) provides the highest levels of power for when you need to get cool (or warm) fast, while PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) ensures the desired room temperature is maintained with optimum energy efficiency. PAM – HIGH POWER: This works like a turbo engine in a car. It will set a compressor at the maximum power, providing fast cooling in order to achieve the desired room temperature when the air conditioner is switched on. PWM – HIGH EFFICIENCY: This helps to balance the compressor speed revolution; high speed when providing fast cooling, or slow speed when maintaining room temperature. So, like cruise control in a car, it results in significantly less power consumption. 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Leadership effects on group task satisfaction - an agent-based model 2017-02-14T02:01:43Z (GMT) by Given the prevalence of work groups in today’s organizations, studies on group effectiveness have flourished in the last few decades. It is imperative for groups to maintain a positive attitude in order for them to continually function effectively and efficiently. Group task satisfaction is one such attitudinal outcome which is the group-level counterpart to individual job satisfaction. Although group task satisfaction has been studied in the past, it has mostly been studied as an aggregate of job satisfaction perceived by members. Limited studies that have measured group task satisfaction directly at the group-level have done so at a specific instant of time. As attitudes are bound to evolve and change over time depending on the environment groups are exposed to, it is important to consider the dynamic nature of group task satisfaction. Further, the study of group attitudes is incomplete without the knowledge of the process by which group task satisfaction is influenced by various factors, leadership being one of the most important determinants. This study demonstrates the application of computational modeling and simulation to study leadership influence on group task satisfaction. Agent-based modeling technique is used to model artificial work groups which are treated as a complex system. Group task, environmental, and process factors that influence group task satisfaction were identified from literature. The complex interplay of these key variables along with the influence of four different leadership styles – servant leadership, transformational leadership, paternalistic leadership, and Machiavellian leadership, was simulated to examine their effects on group task satisfaction. Experimental scenarios were designed by varying group profiles, task interdependence levels for each leadership style. The evolvement of group task satisfaction was observed over time. Comparisons of the results arising from different test scenarios were established. Under the influence of paternalistic leadership, low profile groups with high task interdependence over time experienced a decline in the group task satisfaction. High profile groups with high task interdependence displayed stable levels of group task satisfaction under the influence of paternalistic leadership. All groups under the influence of paternalistic leadership were found to experience increased group task satisfaction when the task interdependence was low. Under the influence of servant and transformational leadership, high groups with high task interdependence attained the highest level of satisfaction over time among high, low, and mixed groups. High groups with high task interdependence were found to attain higher levels of satisfaction in lesser time under the influence of servant leadership in comparison to level of satisfaction attained under the influence of transformational leadership. Under the influence of Machiavellian leadership, all groups experienced a rapid decline in group task satisfaction, although high profile groups over time were found to stabilize their group task satisfaction level. Agent-based modeling enabled the simulation of complex interplays between variables and observation of the development of group task satisfaction over time for different combinations of leadership style-group profile-task interdependence, which otherwise would have been a time consuming and tedious process using traditional methods.

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In June, Richmond will participate in a restaurant band competition, Food Fight. The band, tentatively known as Legimate Tigers, will also feature Zak Taillon from superorder and Leon Samson from Dirty White Hats. Where were you born? I was born in Strong, Maine. There used to be a birthing house in town where hippies would have their kids. Why did you stay in Portland? I came to Portland sort of accidentally in the summer of 1998 and hadn’t meant to stay for a decade and a half, but there it is. Everybody says this all the time, but there’s such an amazing crop of artists, musicians, and other involved passionate people here. Just the bands alone is reason to get excited. Every three years there’s a completely new batch of fantastic bands making surprising music. Do you have a day job, and if so, what is it? Right now I’m tending bar at Boda, which has turned out to be a lovely situation. During the school year I study electrical engineering. What was your most memorable gig? The show that I think back most fondly on was the first time I played the Bent Festival in New York, which is a now defunct electronics festival focusing on circuit bent instruments and hacked technology. Ian Paige played with me on that one, because I was nervous about producing a live sound comparable to the demo that I submitted. It was a heavy scene; three or four of the guys who are absolute titans in the field were standing, arms folded scrutinizing my table and the instruments I built. The set went absolutely great, and it turned out those guys were actually really nice. What was your worst gig? Hands down the worst show I ever played was two winters ago at Geno’s, through no fault of the venue. I had accidentally got rather loaded before the show (Bookers- you know about this whiskey? horrifying) and nothing on my table was working. Some stuff legitimately broke, and there was a crucial power supply that I had left at my studio. If I were a bit more on the straight and narrow I probably could have powered through, but things being as they were, I had to pull the plug after maybe ten minutes. The next day I brought the worst hangover of my life to my grandmother’s funeral. Horrible. What album or artist has most influenced you as a musician? It’s hard to pin down one artist that’s been the most influential. Depending on the day, I’d say either Brian Eno or Eric Bachman from Archers of Loaf. As it’s rainy today, I’d say Brian Eno. “Another Green World” is just a perplexing and wonderful piece of music. I envy how still he can be. What’s the one piece of musical equipment you can’t live without? The only piece of equipment that I really couldn’t replace is my modified Casio Sk-1. It’s the first really big circuit bending project I completed and I use it for everything. Since I built it early on, the layout is really idiosyncratic but I’ve spent so much time with it that it feels natural to me. Computer at Sea would close up shop immediately if I lost that thing. Any advice for a musician starting out? For folks just starting out, I think it’s important to not sweat it about getting your stuff out to a huge market. Make something you want to hear and have fun doing it. What’s the origin behind your name/band name? The name Computer At Sea was actually pulled of an old stereo. I’ve never seen this setting since, but the particular stereo had a button next to the EQ settings that said computer at sea. I was initially saving the name for an album title for this band, The Enchantments, that I was playing with at the time but we sort of quietly dissolved, as bands will do. What’s your musical guilty pleasure? Number one guilty pleasure: Jesus Christ Superstar. For what ever reason, I know every word to every song.

And now for something a little bit different! One of the best bits about October (for me, anyway) is Halloween. Call me a big kid, but I love all the inventive (and not so inventive) fancy dress costumes, spooky films and overdoing the sweeties. I also love that it’s a light-hearted, fun holiday that distracts my attention from the fact that the clocks have just gone back and our days are steadily getting shorter and shorter – which means leaving for work in the dark, coming back from work in the dark, and my garden looking ever more bedraggled as daylight hours wane. All the good stuff! We need a bit of extra comforting as the winter draws in, so this week I’ve got an easy, warming recipe for you. Pumpkins are at their best in October, and they’re synonymous with Halloween. It’s loads of fun to carve them into scary faces or nice designs with your kids, or just in front of the TV with some friends. Carving pumpkins is a great excuse to get creative and try your hand at a new skill, and you can use the tasty leftover flesh for this simple but hearty soup. - 2 onions - 2 tbsp olive oil - 1 kg pumpkin flesh (squash works well too) – keep the seeds for roasting! - 1 carrot - 1 stick of celery - 1 litre of vegetable stock, made with boiling water - Salt and pepper to taste - Optional: 2 diced cloves of garlic, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tbsp coriander seeds You will need: - Sharp knife - Cutting board - Large pan - Hand blender or food processor Let’s get cooking! - Finely chop the onions and pumpkin (or squash), and peel and chop the carrots. - Heat the olive oil over a medium heat, and cook the onions for about five minutes until they’re soft and slightly see-through. Add the diced garlic at this stage, if you’re using it. - Add the pumpkin and carrots to the pan, and cover for about ten minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veg is tender. Add the salt and pepper (and any other optional seasoning), stir in thoroughly, and then pour in the vegetable stock. Bring it to the boil, and then reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 10-15 minutes, or until the pumpkin and carrot are soft. - Whizz the mixture in the food processor or with the hand blender, leaving a few chunky bits if you prefer it that way or blending for longer if you’d like it smooth. - Pour into bowls, and serve topped with chopped coriander, a swirl of olive oil or a dollop of crème fraîche. Pair with a few rounds of buttered crusty bread or, for a real treat, some melted cheese on toast! a cosy hug in meal form!