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In-patient celebrates son's wedding at hospice in a touching ceremony
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Andy Hemsley
Angela Hughes, from Rye, an in-patient at St Michael's Hospice, witnessed her son Daniel and his partner Samuel's blessing, ahead of their wedding in August.
Daniel said: "When Mum came into the Hospice, she spoke to Antonia Berelson, one of the staff nurses on the Holly Ward, about writing a speech, which could be read out at my forthcoming wedding in August. Unfortunately, it became clear all too soon that Mum wouldn't be well enough and knowing this Antonia came up with the most amazing idea. She suggested we had a blessing at the Hospice, so my Mum could be there too.
"Mum was absolutely over the moon, she wanted to be at our wedding more than anything, so having the blessing meant she could be part of our very special day.
"We were amazed at how everyone came together to make the day possible. Sarah, the Hospice Spiritual Support Lead prepared a beautiful service, with the most perfect readings and poems.
"Arthur, a volunteer at the Hospice, created beautiful floral arrangements and button holes, while the nurses and Voluntary Services team provided balloons, Prosecco and even a wedding cake. I just can't believe everyone gave us so much of their time and energy when they didn't even know Mum before she came to the Hospice.
"Samuel's parents travelled from Cornwall to be at the blessing, with just one days' notice, and were invited to stay in the Hospice family room, which was beautiful. The nurses and the Hospice are amazing; it gives comfort to know Mum was being cared for in such a relaxed and tranquil environment.
"Since Mum arrived at the Hospice we've been making the most of every minute. You hear how wonderful hospices are, but until you're here, it's hard to understand just how wonderful they are.
"Having the blessing at the Hospice has brought my family together in so many ways, having everyone here together has meant so much to us all, but most importantly so much to Mum."
St Michael's Hospice Head of Marketing, Bruni Llovet, said: "We are so proud of all our staff and volunteers at the Hospice and the way they care for each and every patient, their families and friends."
Sadly Angela died at the Hospice shortly after the blessing.
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The elder daughter of Russian Senator Count Pavel Ivanovich Tiesenhausen (1774-1864), Elena Pavlovna Zahazhevskaya (1804-1889) was, through her mother, Yulia Petrovna (1782-1862), the granddaughter of Count Peter Pahlen (1745-1826), who played a pivotal<|fim_middle|>th century Dutch painting by an unknown Dutch or Flemish artist, was at one time in the imperial collections. | role in the assassination of Paul I in 1801. Nicknamed "Lili," she was one of St. Petersburg's beauties. Her marriage in 1829 to Lieutenant General Grigory Andreyevich Zahazhevsky (1792-1845), one of the heroes of the War of 1812, was arranged by her parents. As commander of the 2nd division of the Horse Guards Regiment, Grigory took part in the repression of the Decembrist revolt in 1825. The couple mingled with Alexander Pushkin and members of his circle. Elena's father and husband were both portrayed by Petr Sokolov. Elena's unhappy marriage may have encouraged her to become very involved in her court duties. She served as a lady-in-waiting to Empress Elizabeth Alekseevna and was Master of the Court of Grand Duchess Maria Nikolaevna. By the 1880s, she had become one of the pillars of the court.
Cast in five pieces: the pedestal, the body in three pieces and the neck. The joints where these fit together are concealed by ormolu bands chased with various decorative designs. Separate curved porcelain handles in the form of acanthus leaves fit into slots decorated with more acanthus leaves. The pedestal and neck are painted dark turquoise blue and are banded with gold. The bottom section has a molded and gilded acanthus leaf ornament. Similarly, the upper part is gilded and tooled with a scrolling acanthus leaf motif that is repeated on the verso of the central part in gold on a dark turquoise ground. Covering the front surface of both vases are large paintings signed V. Shchetinin 1837.This church scene taken from a 17 | 374 |
I was standing in our boat the other day with a fishing rod in my hand waiting for a fish to<|fim_middle|> God made you, and you are to use what you have or you may lose even that one! | bite. The sea was calm, but there was a slight rhythmic movement just the same. I was conscious of the muscles in the back of my leg tightening and loosening with the movement, and the toes on my bare feet moving in turn to help keep my balance. Even the little toe took its turn at helping to keep the balance perfect. There was no arguing as to which muscle should work, all worked together in unison as needed.
I couldn't help thinking this is how things should be in a family or in any group, but most of all in church life. Every single person has his or her talent or gift to be used in the service of God; in fact the Apostle Paul uses the analogy of the human body working together for the betterment of the whole. "If everyone was an eye", he wrote, "where would the hearing be? If the whole were hearing, where were the smelling? But now has God set the members every one of them in the body, as it has pleased him. And if they were all one member, where were the body? But now are they many members, yet but one body. And the eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of you: nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you. Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are necessary" (1 Corinthians 12: 14-22).
So the next time you may have an envious thought of another person's gift or talent, remember you are how | 321 |
As Winter Approaches, All Eyes Turn Toward Rocky Mountain Snowpack
By Luke Runyon • Dec 14, 2019
Avid skier Brian Varrella waxes his skis in his Fort Collins, Colo. garage.
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Originally published on December 12, 2019 10:41 am
The West's water security is wrapped up in snow. When it melts, it becomes drinking and irrigation water for millions throughout the region. A high snowpack lets farmers, skiers and water managers breathe a sigh of relief, while a low one can spell long-term trouble.
Luke Runyon reports.
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By Bret Jaspers • Dec 5, 2019
Patrick Johnson closed on 2,500 acres in Pinal County over five years ago. The property, just off Interstate 8, is mostly farm fields right now. Johnson's plan is to build a dream spot for motorsports lovers, including two tracks for racing or testing, 2,000 homes, and a hotel.
But millions of dollars in, Johnson is a long way from a grand opening.
New Analysis Spells Out Serious Legal Risk To Colorado River Water Users
By Luke Runyon • Nov 20, 2019
As climate change continues to sap the Colorado River's water, some users face serious legal risks to their supplies, according to a new analysis by researchers in Colorado and New Mexico.
Declining flows could force Southwest water managers to confront long-standing legal uncertainties, and threaten the water security of Upper Basin states of Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico. | recent seasonal forecast from federal forecasters at the National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center shows much of the Colorado River watershed with equal chances for either above or below average precipitation from December through February. Northern portions of the basin are slightly favored to see precipitation above average, while its southern reaches are projected to see below average. Winter temperatures are set to be higher than average.
The winter bellwethers of El Niño and La Niña are absent this season. The large-scale climatic condition where longterm weather patterns are determined by the Pacific Ocean's temperatures are in neutral conditions, making already uncertain seasonal predictions for the Colorado River watershed even moreso.
The early season spikes in snowpack totals are promising -- the river's Upper Basin is currently at 125% of average -- but those who watch it closely are only cautiously optimistic.
The start of winter doesn't smell like fresh pine trees or burning logs in the fireplace for Brian Varrella. It smells like melted crayons.
Varrella's pre-winter ritual involves vice grips, a work bench and a tiny electric iron. For a month prior to the ski season's start, Varrella posts up in his Fort Collins, Colorado garage to wax skis from his own collection and his friends. His work area is adorned with a string of multi-colored Christmas lights.
For Varrella, an engineer with the state's Department of Transportation, the routine of dripping wax, curing, scraping and brushing is a way to mentally prepare for the season ahead.
"I'm not really thinking about anything except skis and snow and getting outside with my friends and that's it," Varrella said.
His thinking goes: if you wax it, the snow will come. Varrella's hoping for a repeat of last winter, which was one of the most abundant for the southern Rockies in the last decade.
"Now, I admit, this year I didn't put the stuff away," he said. "I left most of my tools out. We actually skied into July 4th."
Varrella is but one water user in a much wider web. The snow he skis on in December will be filling streams and causing wildflowers to bloom in June. It'll also boost reservoirs that more than 40 million in Southwest depend on for municipal and agricultural demands. But at the start of each ski season, there's no certainty how the season will shape up, with plenty of fates hanging on each storm that tracks over the mountains.
"I used to wonder, is it going to be a great snow year?" Varrella said. "Am I wasting my money going up in the mountains to play? Anymore I don't worry about it."
Varrella says people in the recreational community can have a selective memory when it comes to snow. They tend to only remember the good times, and forget the years cut short by a lack of snow in the mountains. It's the opposite for those in charge of using that melted snow to keep faucets flowing in Arizona.
"It's visceral, right?" said Kathryn Sorensen, director of Phoenix's water utility. The city gets more than 30% of its water from the Colorado River. "Because so much of what we do depends on the availability of water and hydrology that yeah, it's almost like a gut emotional reaction to both good years and bad years. Yeah, I do feel that."
Brian Varrella might struggle to name the poor snowpack years, but Sorensen can rattle off the years with ease. The past two decades have brought some of the scantest snowpack totals on record for the watershed: 2002, 2004, 2007, 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2018.
"We're always hoping for good snowpack and when it's absent, sure, we get nervous," Sorensen said. "But that's why we plan methodically for worst case scenarios so that we are prepared, come what may on the Colorado River watershed."
But while it's important to keep an eye on year-to-year snowpack to get a sense of what short-term impacts might be, University of Colorado-Boulder and Western Water Assessment researcher Jeff Lukas says you also need to look at the watershed as a whole.
"Any one year does not set the whole system into either crisis or into recovery," Lukas said.
Whatever happens this winter -- high snow, low snow or somewhere in between -- he says it won't cause the Colorado River's biggest reservoirs to rise or fall in any dramatic way. That takes back-to-back years of extreme highs or lows. The two largest reservoirs -- Lakes Powell and Mead -- are both so large and managed in such a structured way that only consecutive years of extremes cause large system-wide changes.
"There's no good that comes from a low runoff year like 2018," Lukas said. "But it's not the end of the world, especially if you're lucky enough to have that followed with a high runoff year like we had in 2019."
And if 2020 brings another high snowpack year, that doesn't mean the Colorado River is out of crisis mode. It just means we've kicked the can down the road because over the long term, climate change is diminishing snowpack across the West, Lukas said.
"And increasingly, we're seeing unprecedented conditions relative to the last 100 or 120 years of record," he said.
"There's there's an erosion of the value of the past as a guide to the future."
Back in Brian Varrella's garage, the newly waxed skis are fully cured. He picked up a plastic tool to scrape off the excess. With a good start to the ski season, he's pretty pleased.
"Can you make a prediction of whether it's going to be a good year or a bad year for snow, or is it still too early to say?" I ask.
"My prediction is this is gonna be a fantastic year," he said. "We're off to a good start, man. We're going to keep that momentum going."
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Students Discuss Water Issues at Third Annual Youth Water Summit
By Lucas Turner & Amy Hadden Marsh • Dec 10, 2019
Students from Aspen to New Castle gathered at Third Street Center for the Third Annual Healthy Rivers Youth Water Summit. KDNKs Amy Hadden Marsh and Lucas Turner were at the event, and have the details.
In the San Luis Valley, Lettuce Has Shaped the Land and Local Culture
By Esther Honig • Oct 7, 2019
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Agriculture is more than what we eat - it has the power to shape culture and socio-economic divides. This has played out in many areas of the state - from dryland farming along the plains to melon crops in Rocky Ford. KUNC's Esther Honig has the story of how lettuce changed one of the poorest regions in the state, the San Luis Valley...
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The American Epic Sessions airs on Tuesday, June 6 at 9:38 pm. All of American Epic is available to stream for free.
The American Epic Sessions brings you to the birth of the modern recording industry, placing you inside a 1920s recording studio with the first microphone and first electric recording machine as contemporary musicians record songs from that era and before. Produced by Jack White and T Bone Burnett, the sessions grant a fuzzy immediacy to the performances. And they also present long-forgotten difficulties: a song has to be recorded in one take, it can't be over four minutes long, the relative volume of different instruments is determined by their placement in relation to the mic, the equipment is prone to breaking.
Taj Mahal. Photo: ©2017 Lo-Max Records Ltd. But as blues legend Taj Mahal – whose already gritty voice is perfect for the antique sound – says to explain why he took part in the sessions, "The same machine that my heroes and mentors played on, that this industry got jumpstarted from, I'd certainly like to be a part of that… I love it." Discover some of the extraordinary performers and the songs they record here.
Nas. Photo: ©2017 Lo-Max Records Ltd. The only rapper included in the session, Nas takes on a 1928 song by the Memphis Jug Band and finds it to be much closer to his own music than the intervening decades would suggest.
While the venerable Latin rock band records this 19th century Mexican folk song, a strap integral to the recording machine breaks, leading Jack White to draw on his training as an upholsterer to save the sessions.
Instead of covering an old song, Elton John composes one on the spot to lyrics by long-time collaborator Bernie Taupin. It's a rare glimpse of the creative process, as Jack White and T Bone Burnett offer suggestions and work out the structure and harmonies.
Although "Blind Boy" Paxton is only 28 years old, he sings, performs, and dresses as if he were from the '30s. So the recording machine and mic bring out a gleeful nerd, as he tries to figure out how they work before recording a song by Blind Gary Davis. Jerron "Blind Boy" Paxton with producer Duke Erikson. Photo: ©2017 Lo-Max Records Ltd.
Before recording this Frank Stokes song from 1928, LaVette describes the profound influence that some of the early African-American recording artists had on her, as well as the troubled racial aspects that accompanied them and prevented her from wanting to tour with people like B. B. King.
A low, buzzing tone suddenly interrupts the neo-folk band as they record this 19th century gospel song – the mic has broken. Just more evidence of the difficulties of early recording technology.
The best-selling Mexican singer is enthralled by the machine while she records this Lydia Mendoza song from 1934. She lauds the technology for bringing out the purity in Latin American music. Ana Gabriel. Photo: ©2017 Lo-Max Records Ltd.
Bringing an original song and a choir to the session, the alternative icon Beck doesn't get a satisfactory record until the thirteenth take. Balancing his voice, guitar, and the choir on a single, rudimentary mic proves to be a difficult experiment as the producers try out different configurations and even make some musicians face away from the mic.
Early this year, Giddens released an album that recovered near-lost songs by African-American artists as well as better known pieces, and she is known for her work in roots music with the Carolina Chocolate Drops. So the tone of her voice, her phrasing, and vibrato are ideal for this technology, making this record of a Victoria Spivey song sound as if it were made some 80 or 90 years ago.
Nelson and Haggard record two songs: the first written by them immediately before the session (they quibble over lyrics: "we wrote it, we can do what we want with it") and the second from 1935. Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard. Photo: ©201 | 888 |
Tonight we had another group fitness session with 5 teams together. The U17 boys have not been with us for 2 weeks because many of their boys are in high school soccer and it's a bit much on the body. We had 59 players in total tonight. Another good turnout.
Not sure why, but at school today I thought to switch things up a bit. During the first three sessions we had a 12 minute run, 5 sprints and exercise circuits.
Today we set up 6 stations around the track. 2 were for 5 pushups. 2 were for skipping (10 skips) and 2 were for 10 jumping jacks. We split the boys up and they ran the track for 30 minutes, stopping to do each exercise. They started in 6 groups but that spread out quickly. We told them to get to the station, do their exercise and go, individually, not as a group.
I have to say I was impressed that all the boys made it through the run, and the U10s have a few runners on their team who can keep a nice pace.
We followed the 30 minute run with 30 minutes of running with the ball performing various sequences along the way. The tennis courts were organized in 8 rows of 6 cones each and the players were dribbling in and out of the rows eventually making their way back to the beginning. We worked on moving around the cones with the outside and inside of both feet, dribbling with the left and right foot and eventually a free slalom through the cones.
We had a lot of boys moving with the ball and I didn't coach much past a demonstration and offering tips along the way. Our goal tonight was to keep them moving, feed off the energy and get their foot on the ball. They literally had the ball on their foot while running for at least 25 of the 30 minutes. Hopefully the coaches take the turns we were doing and work on them at team training. I have some good turning exercises I hope to share with them soon.
I was so happy that it worked out and feedback was good with a few good suggestions. Parents were able to help and our parents who run can join us for a full 30-minute run now. It's great to have parents out.
There are things that need to be worked out. We need to put some markers around the track to protect the runners from the track club who are there every Thursday. I also need to appoint a parent to do an accurate head count earlier so we can plan the next part properly. We were short skipping ropes ( in my opinion) but Coach John said he will get a few more.
St Mike's Jr Boys - PROGRESS!
The last 2 days we have been working the boys a little harder on individual techniques. Coach Loris has taken this approach of trying to give these boys as many tools as possible leading to their Grade 11 and 12 years and senior soccer.
My part of this has been working on their footwork with the ball, sending them into situations where they need to use the right part of the right foot to make something work, whether it's 1v1 moves or turns or whatever. For some it's new and has been a bit frustrating but they are working at it and coming around one at a time.
It's very easy to work with these boys because there is noticeable improvement and they are eager to learn. Our small game at the end of training today was very competitive and really motivated the coaches to continue on this path and patiently molding this group towards the season opener .
I am sad that my time at the school is coming to an end soon and I hope to be able to continue helping even though I am elsewhere from day-to-day.
Today, the St Mike's Jr Boys had a session after school.
I think I am going to enjoy being the assistant at practice for this program. Mr Lucchetta and Mr Luppino are the full time staff teachers who coach the team.
Today, Coach Lucchetta's plan was to get to 2v1s. He started with some running and a few passing drills to get the ball on their foot. Coach Luppino worked with the keeper and I took over after he hit 342 balls at him and his thigh turned to mush. I was watching wondering how he was doing it.
The boys on this team are great kids, but it's not an overly proficient group when it comes to technique. It's a great opportunity for the coaches to instill the enjoyment of soccer in them and hopefully convert them into more active players. I already have 2 boys in my scope to see if I can't talk them into playing this summer.
I see a very rewarding season for this group if they work hard, come to training and show pride in their play. The teacher coaches are good role models for them and younger guys.
It went OK and the boys were getting the points. And they were getting chippy and competitive! I love that. He spent a little extra time on that and only introduced 2v1s then let them play 6v6 for the last 10 minutes.
I am not sure how long I will be at this school for, but I do look forward to working with this group some more.
Our U13 boys convened tonight for a 2 hour session. 1v1 defending was the theme of the night. This is probably the single most weakest point of our team.
We started out with a 12-minute run where we asked for a minimum of 1.5 miles followed by five 40m sprints. This is becoming tradition.
We moved into a passing-receiving warm-up type of drill and had them receive the ball 4 different ways. Always first touch out of the feet and in a different direction. The last style for receiving was to step on the ball dead, fake the kick and then change directions. As usual, we looked for quick passes.
We then did a running-turning-passing drill using 4 different turns. Our coaching focused on the balance in the turn, keeping the ball under control, lifting the head after the turn and making an early pass after the turn. Doing turns only is not good enough because in a game you are always making a pass after the turn.
We've been passing, dribbling and turning for months. We'll see how it pays off when he hit the grass.
For 1v1 defending we started with straight up 1v1, me against you. One player serves the other and they play. The nets are not square to each other so the players were not running straight forward and defending the target directly behind them.
If player turns away from you, don't let him turn forward again. Force him back.
if a player won 3 games in a row the other guys in the group did 5 pushups.
We then went to a 7v7 game (well, 7v6 we had 13 players). We were looking for players to pressure the ball early and get into 1v1 defending mode. This was working out "OK". To add some intensity we added that if a team scored twice in a row the other team did 10 pushups. So our mentality was if you were looking to score your second goal, you did not want th others to score and tried to win the ball back. If you were the team under threat of pushups you worked to win and keep the ball in possession and score.
Anything to make the game competitive is helpful. It's difficult to replicate a game.
It was nice to have Coach Paul out tonight and have 2 groups for each exercise. More organization, more pointers and 4 eyes instead of 2 helps make everything easier.
The only bad feeling I left with tonight was that the final game was only <|fim_middle|> to repeat tonight's 1v1 theme with different exercises and a longer game. Plus the 12 minute run. | 20 minutes long. I didn't feel I had the time to step in and make corrections and still leave time to play freely. So we tried to make the game's conditions do some of the teaching for us. The other stuff was going well and I let the clock get away from me. We also ran a bit late, which is not good for parents.
Next up is Wednesday. I am probably going | 83 |
Core Concept Neuroscience and Psychology Collection Article Published: March 1, 2019
The Physics of MRI and How We Use It to Reveal the Mysteries of the Mind
Kathryn Mary Broadhouse
I decided I wanted to study Science and more specifically Physics at high school as I loved to learn how things and the universe work. When deciding my career, it was really important for me to be doing what I love, but also feel my work was meaningful and helping society. I therefore decided to specialize in medical imaging as this field combines a lot of the fundamental principles of physics to investigate and understand disorders and disease. *kathryn.broadhouse@usc.edu.au
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Matthew Flinders Anglican College young reviewers are keen budding scientists who<|fim_middle|> transformed, via a computer, using a mathematical calculation called a Fourier transformation. Because protons in the different kinds of tissues in the brain, such as gray matter, white matter and blood, all give off different amounts of energy, the result of the transformed energy is a highly detailed image of the tissue inside the brain.
We have now described how we use MRI to generate and measure signal from water molecules in the body. But as well as providing images of the inside of our bodies, MRI can also be used to answer many different questions about the makeup of the brain and how it functions. From the MRI images, we can investigate not only the structure and chemical makeup of the brain, but also how our mind's network is connected and how different regions of the brain communicate with each other (Figure 3C). In this manner neuroscientists can investigate how the mind's network is different in health and mental health disorders. By understanding how mental health disease changes the brain we can begin to develop treatment for these disorders.
MRI: ↑ Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
B0: ↑ The MRI scanner's main magnetic field.
Precessional Frequency: ↑ The rate at which protons spin in a magnetic field.
RF: ↑ Radio frequency pulse used to tip on resonance protons away from the B0 field.
On Resonance: ↑ Have the same frequency.
Fourier Transform: ↑ A mathematical calculation that is used to change the electrical current in a coil into an image.
The author declares that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest.
Broadhouse K (2019) The Physics of MRI and How We Use It to Reveal the Mysteries of the Mind. Front. Young Minds. 7:23. doi: 10.3389/frym.2019.00023
Daniel Hermens
Amanda Clacy
Submitted: September 27, 2018; Accepted: February 4, 2019; Published online: March 1, 2019.
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Our ability to interpret and process information and regulate emotion is determined by the structure and chemical makeup of our brains. A change to the structure or biochemical makeup of our brains can affect our mental health, the way we cope with the normal stresses of life, our productivity, and our overall well-being. Scientists interested in studying the brain and mental health disorders (called neuroscientists) seek to understand how the architecture and biochemical makeup of the brain differs in health and disease. To do this, we use a technique called magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to image inside the living brain, to examine its function and structure. This article explains the physics of MRI and how we use it to generate images of our brains in order to investigate how the mind works.
The Brain: Home of the Mind
As the center of the nervous system, the brain makes sense of the information from our surroundings. The brain interprets information and both releases chemicals and sends electrical signals (messages) to cause the body to respond. However, our brains not only regulate our bodies and our movements but are also the home of our minds. The brain is the physical place where the mind resides.
Our minds constantly control the flow of information—our memories, thoughts, emotion, and imagination. This flow of information (Figure 1A) can be thought of as a social network where, instead of messages being sent between friends on social media, information is being sent to different parts of the brain along neurons. The mind's network relies on the underlying structure and chemical makeup of the brain to function successfully. In fact, a successful or effective mind network allows us to be cognitively (our ability to carry out mental activities), emotionally, and socially healthy.
Figure 1 - The mind's network.
(A) Flow of information, our emotions, and our thoughts can be thought of as a social network where, instead of messages being sent between friends on social media, information is being sent to different parts of the brain along neurons. (B) In mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety, we often see a disruption to the mind network. This disruption can affect the way the mind network sends, receives, or interprets messages.
The mind network, the way it sends information and its underlying structure determine our mental health. In mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety, we often see a disruption to the mind network (Figure 1B). This change to the underlying structure and chemical makeup of our brains can affect the way we can cope with the normal stresses of life, our productivity, and our overall wellbeing. Therefore, neuroscientists who want to understand mental health disorders and how we can all stay mentally healthy seek to examine the mind network. If we can understand how the brain's structure and chemical makeup lead to healthy function, then we can start to understand brain disorders. However, to be able to study the mind and its network, we need to be able to look inside people's brains. To do this we use MRI.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging: MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) allows us to see inside the human body with amazing detail, by using magnets and radio waves. The first MRI scanner used to image the human body was built in New York in 1977. Since then, the technology has come a long way and MRI is now used frequently by doctors to look inside the human body. This is because MRI does not involve radiation (like an X-ray or CT scan) and there are more and more MRI scanners being installed around the world.
The "Magnet" in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
The MRI scanner is essentially a giant magnet. The strength of the magnet is measured in a unit called Tesla (T). Most MRI scanners used in hospitals and medical research clinics are 1.5 or 3 T. Putting that in to perspective, the earth's magnetic field is around 0.00006 T. A 3 T MRI scanner is around 60,000 times stronger than the earth's magnetic field!
MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves to measures how much water is in different tissues of the body, maps the location of the water and then uses this information to generate a detailed image. The images are so detailed because our bodies are made up of around 65% water, so we have lots of signal to measure. The water molecule (H2O) is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. The hydrogen (H) atoms are the part that makes water interesting for MRI, and what we use to measure the signal from the body when we do an MRI scan.
If we look at hydrogen in more detail, we see it has a central nucleus containing a single positive charge, called a proton (Figure 2A). Like the Earth spinning on its axis with a north and south magnetic pole, each spinning hydrogen proton is like a tiny magnet that spins around on its own axis. This spinning motion is known as precession. At any moment in time, all the billions of hydrogen protons in our bodies are all in random positions and spinning on their axes.
Figure 2 - Hydrogen protons and how they behave in a magnetic field.
(A) Water is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. The hydrogen nucleus (shown in red as P+) contains one positive charge—a proton spinning around on its axis, which acts like a tiny magnet. (B) In the MRI scanner, the protons align with the B0 magnetic field, some "up" (red), and slightly less "down" (white). The total magnet field generated from all the hydrogen protons almost cancel each other out, to leave only the magnetic field from the small proportion of extra "up" protons, and it is this small magnetic field that we can measure using MRI. (C) When an RF wave/pulse with the same frequency as the proton's precessional frequency is turned on, the "up" protons flip away from the B0 field, as they absorb the RF energy.
However, this randomness changes when we place a human body into a very strong magnetic field, like an MRI scanner. Just like a compass needle aligns to the Earth's magnetic field, when these randomly spinning hydrogen protons are placed in an MRI scanner, their axes realign them with the scanner's stronger magnetic field. We call the scanners magnetic field the B0 field. Just like a compass needle in the earth's field, the compass itself does not physically move, but rather the needle spins to align itself. Similarly, the hydrogen protons do not physically move in your body when you enter an MRI scanner, their axes just align along the direction of the B0 field. Some will align "up" (parallel) and some will align "down" (anti-parallel), while still spinning around on their own axes (Figure 2B). Due to the wonderful laws of quantum physics, which we will not go into here, there are always just slightly more "up" protons than "down." If you now think about the total magnet field generated from all our hydrogen protons, these tiny magnets almost cancel each other out, to leave only the magnetic field from the small proportion of extra "up" protons, and it is this small magnetic field that we can measure using MRI.
The B0 field not only affects the hydrogen proton's alignment, but also affects how fast these protons spin (called precessional frequency). The precessional frequency depends on the strength of the magnetic field. The stronger the magnetic field, the faster they spin. These two ideas of axis realignment and precessional frequency are important when we use MRI to measure the signal from these hydrogen molecules.
How Do We Detect the Magnetic Field?
So how do we distinguish the tiny magnetic field caused by the extra "up" hydrogen protons in our body from the massive B0 field of the scanner? We use something called a radio frequency (RF) pulse, to disturb or flip all the protons, at the same time, out of alignment from the scanners magnetic field (Figure 2C). The frequency of the RF pulse must be the same as the frequency of the spinning hydrogen protons, so they can exchange energy, so that they are on resonance with each other. Resonance enables the protons to absorb enough energy from the RF pulse to rotate their axes away from the B0 field, so that the MRI scanner can measure it. If we think again about our compass in the Earth's magnetic field pointing toward the north pole, we can make the needle rotate to point east if we place a small bar magnet next to the compass. This is similar to the way the protons behave when we turn on the RF pulse.
If the whole body is full of hydrogen "up" protons all spinning at the same precessing frequency in the B0, how do we target just the ones in the brain to investigate mental health? We use the fact that the precessional frequency of the protons is dependant on the magnetic field strength. We apply a second magnetic field, B1 that varies across the body. In the example shown in Figure 3A, hydrogen protons in the head will then be spinning faster than those in the chest, stomach and feet. Then, we tune the RF pulse to the precessing frequency of the hydrogen protons in the head. The RF pulse will then only be resonant with the protons in the brain. Therefore, only the protons in the brain will absorb energy from the RF pulse and be flipped away from the B0 field. We can obviously tune our RF pulse to be resonant with protons in other parts of the body, like the feet, if we were interested in imaging the feet!
Figure 3 - Focusing our imaging.
(A) The B1 field is applied, which increases across the body, from foot to head. Hydrogen protons in the head will then be spinning faster than those in the feet. (B) Different tissues, such as white matter, gray matter and cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) in the body give off different amounts of energy. To measure the energy emitted by the protons in the brain when the RF pulse is turned off, we place a coil around the head. (C) This technique can provide many different images of the brain, giving us information about (top right): how the brain is structurally connected via white matter—the information highways of the brain. (Middle right): the volume of gray matter regions of the brain, where information is processed. (Bottom right): how the brain is functionally connected—how different regions of the brain communicate and work together.
How Do We Get an Image From These Spinning Protons?
So how do we get an image from these spinning, flipped hydrogen protons in the brain? When the RF pulse is turned off, the protons flip back and realign along the main magnetic field, B0. If we think of our compass again, when we move our small bar magnet away, the needle will rotate from east to north and align with the Earth's magnetic field once more. As the protons flip back and realign with B0, they give off energy. Different tissues in the body give off different amounts of energy. To measure this emitted energy, we require some special equipment (called a coil) that is placed around the body part we are imaging (Figure 3B). The coil acts as an antenna and detects the released energy as an electrical current. The electrical current is | 2,407 |
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Villar's 1st walk-off hit brings 'utter happiness'
Rookie infielder lifts Giants to victory in 10th inning of '22 home finale
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SAN FRANCISCO -- Giants fans won't get to enjoy postseason baseball at Oracle Park this year, but the club still managed to give them a satisfying send-off in its home finale on Sunday afternoon.
Rookie David Villar's two-run single lifted the Giants to a 4-3 walk-off win over the D-backs in 10 innings, clinching a series victory in their final home set of the 2022 campaign.
San Francisco trailed, 3-2, after Arizona plated its automatic runner in the top of the 10th. But the Giants rallied against D-backs right-hander Taylor Widener in the bottom of the inning, as Wilmer Flores drew a leadoff walk and J.D. Davis reached on an infield single to load the bases with no outs.
That brought up Villar, who poked a single through to left field, easily scoring automatic runner Mike Yastrzemski from third. Third-base coach Mark Hallberg then took a gamble by waving home Flores, who scored the game-winning run from<|fim_middle|> next year being able to play all three of those infield positions -- first, second and third. I think he's certainly validated our internal evaluations of him."
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Villar, for his part, knows he's far from a finished product and is looking forward to using this season as a stepping stone for 2023.
"I think it's been up and down," Villar said. "I had a really good season to start in Triple-A. My first run up here was a tough adjustment to the big leagues. But I think the second time around, I've had some good moments, I've had some bad moments. All in all, it's a learning season. Every year, I've just got to get better and better and continue to progress. It's been a very interesting year, but the work's not done yet. This is my first year up here." | second after catcher Carson Kelly couldn't hang on to left fielder Corbin Carroll's throw to the plate.
"It was a very aggressive send," manager Gabe Kapler said. "Mark has been excellent, for the most part, at third base. That was an especially aggressive send. It worked out in our favor, and obviously, that makes everything feel good."
"We vow to come back stronger than ever next year and make you proud"
Kapler addresses Giants fans at Oracle Park: pic.twitter.com/B7uIeJg2qT
— SF Giants on NBCS (@NBCSGiants) October 2, 2022
It was Villar's first career walk-off knock and the Giants' ninth walk-off hit of the season -- the first of which came courtesy of Austin Slater on Opening Day against the Marlins. The last time San Francisco bookended its regular-season home slate with walk-off wins was in 1987.
Villar wasn't in the Giants' starting lineup on Sunday, but he came off the bench to pinch-hit for Joc Pederson in the eighth and stayed in to play first base. His mindset leading up to his 10th-inning at-bat against Widener?
"Get something good to hit," Villar said. "Battling the shadows, it was going to go longer into the at-bat, so I wanted to get my best swing off on the first pitch and try to do something to keep the ball off the ground. Luckily, it squeaked through the six-hole. I was trying to get the ball up in the air, but I was fortunate to be able to get that walk-off for us.
"It's just utter happiness."
"It's a moment I'll never forget" – David Villar on his walk-off hit at Oracle Park pic.twitter.com/DgNsSLn6FA
With their 11th win in 13 games, the Giants improved to 80-79 and secured a 44-37 mark at Oracle Park this season. They won't get a chance to play spoiler as they head to San Diego for their final series of the 2022 campaign -- the Padres clinched a National League Wild Card berth on Sunday -- but San Francisco will have an opportunity to finish above .500 if it wins two of its final three games.
"That's a good note for us heading into San Diego," Villar said. "We want to take those three games as well."
Kapler described Villar as "a real important piece of our future," broadcasting the confidence the Giants have in the 25-year-old infielder's ability to develop into an impact player in 2023, and beyond. Villar slugged 34 home runs between Triple-A Sacramento and San Francisco this season, earning the River Cats' Offensive Player of the Year and MVP honors after recording a 1.022 OPS over 84 Triple-A games.
The jump to the Majors hasn't been seamless -- Villar is batting .218 with a .733 OPS over 49 big league games -- but the Giants have been pleased with the growth he's shown thus far.
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— SFGiants (@SFGiants) October 3, 2022
"There are very few rookies who get to the big leagues and tear the cover off the ball immediately," Kapler said. "Villar has very much held his own. He has hit for some power. He has come up big in important spots, and he's improved. He's added second base to his arsenal. He's going to come into camp | 772 |
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The current version of the FT702 is Version 22. Its strength and dependability have made it particularly popular for wind turbine control. It is used globally by the world's leading wind turbine manufacturers, as well as in a range of meteorology applications.
Three heater elements ensure even distribution of heat over entire body. Passed US military icing tests to MIL-STD810G.
Min consumption - heaters off. Supply current is limited to 4A by default. Recognised component to UL 61010-1.
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Supply current (heater on): 4A (default), 0.1-6A (max) – Configurable in software. Heater power consumption will depend on the energy required to keep the sensor's temperature at the user determined set point. The heater and sensor power consumption is limited by default to 99W.
Format: One 4-20mA current loop for wind speed (different scaling factors are available). One 4-20mA current loop for wind direction (datum value configurable as 4mA or 12mA). Both analogue channels are updated 5 times per second.
4-20mA configuration port: This port is for the user to change the internal settings of analogue sensors and to perform diagnostic testing. This interface is not intended for permanent connection to the turbine controller, data logger or other device.
The sensor is fitted with a thermostatically controlled 'all-body' heating system. The sensor maintains its temperature at a user specified heater set point of between 0⁰C and 55⁰C. Three software controlled heaters are used to distribute heat intelligently over the entire sensor.
In standard format the heaters draw a maximum of 99W. For extreme environments the current limit can be adjusted (power supply and cabling permitting) from 0.1 to 6 Amps. The sensor's small size means that the power is used very effectively ensuring that the sensor can stay ice-free. The heaters can also be switched off and then current draw falls to 25mA.
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The FT702 has two physical mounting options: The Flat Front (FF) for fitment to a bar and the Pipe Mount (PM) for fitment to a pipe with the use of an FT090 adaptor. Both of these models have been designed for wind turbine control and are widely used by the world's leading wind turbine manufacturers. The pipe mount system (PM) gives improved lightning and environmental protection as the communication and power cable is kept fully protected inside the pipe.
The FT702 V22 wind sensor comes with two output options, either digital or analogue.
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The part number FT702LT/D is the analogue variant with two 4-20 mA current loop outputs. Each output can be used to provide a measureable current that is proportional to wind speed and direction.
The wind speed measurement range for the FT702LT sensors is 0-50m/s. The scale of the wind speed output signal of the FT702LT/D can be adjusted to indicate a range from 0-30m/s to 0-70m/s. Output can be set to m/s, mph or knots.
The connector type used on the sensor is environmentally sealed and corrosion protected. The connectors can be sourced from either K.K Fischer or ODU providing a choice of supply options for cable assembly. The digital sensor has a 5-pin connector and the analogue variant has an 8-pin connector.
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Artist Plates Feed The Homeless in New York
This year's annual ARTWALK NY was cancelled due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, so instead the Artist Plate Project was created to support the Coalition for The Homeless. The purchase of one of these limited edition artist plates can feed 75 homeless New Yorkers! Created by 50 world-renowned artists, the funds from the sale will provide food, crisis services, housing, and other critical aid to thousands of people experiencing homelessness and instability.
Artist Plate Project for New York Homeless
50 well known artists have each created a dinner plate in a limited number of 175 for $175 a piece for The Artist Plate Project with the proceeds going to benefit the Coalition for The Homeless.
Ed Ruscha "He Up and Went Downtown" plate; front and back
Each plate is printed on porcelain and on the back is the artist and more information.
Andy Warhol "Camouflage Self-Portrait" plate; front and back
Here's a close look at some of our favorites, followed by all the plates which went on sale this morning.
"YIN YANG YONG", 2020, Edition of 175, Supported by Almine Rech
"PROTECT", 2020, Edition of 175, Supported by Hauser & Wirth
"Iberic", 1949, Edition of 175, Collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Lisa Yuskavage
"Greengrapes", 2007, Edition of 175, © Lisa Yuskavage, Supported by David Zwirner
Julian Opie
"Running plate.", 202<|fim_middle|>ers Depict A New Humanity for the 2021 Lavazza Calendar
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Curiouser & Curiouser: Artworks Inspired By Alice In Wonderland
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Emerging Talent: Meet Artist Loribelle Spirovski. | 0, Edition of 175
"Untitled", 1985, © Keith Haring Foundation. Used by permission.
Lee Krasner
"Sundial", 1972, Edition of 175, © 2020 Pollock-Krasner Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Supported by KASMIN
Laura Owens
"Untitled", 2020, Edition of 175
Fred Tomaselli
"Vierzehnterseptemberzweitausendundsiebzehn", 2017, Edition of 175
"I Had a Flashback of Something that Never Existed", 2002, Edition of 175, Supported by The Easton Foundation
"It's Five to Two (detail)", 2012, Edition of 175, © Yoshitomo Nara
The full list of participating artists is very impressive:
Adam Pendleton, Alex Israel, Andy Warhol, Austin Lee, Carmen Herrera, Cecily Brown, Charles Gaines, Christopher Wool, Derrick Adams, Donald Baechler, Ed Ruscha, Eddie Martinez, Elizabeth Peyton, Fred Tomaselli, Glenn Ligon, Jenny Holzer, Jonas Wood, Julian Opie, Julie Curtiss, Katharina Grosse, Katherine Bernhardt, Katherine Bradford, Kay Rosen, Keith Haring, Kenny Scharf, Laura Owens, Lawrence Weiner, Lee Krasner, Lisa Yuskavage, Loie Hollowell, Lorna Simpson, Louise Bourgeois, Louise Fishman, Marilyn Minter, Marina Adams, Maurizio Cattelan, Mr. Brainwash, Nate Lowman, Nina Chanel Abney, Rana Begum, Rashid Johnson, Rob Pruitt, Robert Mapplethorpe, Sarah Sze, Sterling Ruby, Tauba Auerbach, Ugo Rondinone, Vik Muniz, Wade Guyton and Yoshitomo Nara
All the Artist plates for sale:
With support from several sponsors, advocates and patrons, the sale goes live this morning at 9am at Artware Editions.
About the Artist Plate Project
In lieu of this year's annual ARTWALK NY event, which was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Artist Plate Project was created to support the important work of the Coalition for the Homeless. The Coalition is honored to work with 50 world-renowned artists to create limited-edition dinner plates produced by Prospect. All of the funds raised by the sale of plates will provide food, crisis services, housing, and other critical aid to thousands of people experiencing homelessness and instability. The purchase of just one plate can feed 75 homeless and hungry New Yorkers. The plates will be available for purchase on November 16th.
About the Coalition for the Homeless
The Coalition for the Homeless is the nation's oldest advocacy and direct service organization helping individuals and families experiencing homelessness. We believe that affordable housing, sufficient food and the chance to work for a living wage are fundamental rights in a civilized society. Since our inception in 1981, the Coalition has worked through litigation, public education and direct services to ensure that these goals are realized, and in that time, we have given more than one million homeless New Yorkers a way off the streets.More people are now homeless in New York City than at any time since the Great Depression. The Coalition for the Homeless provides lifesaving relief to thousands of homeless New Yorkers each and every day. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, we dramatically increased our direct services to meet the huge surge in need, and are now preparing for the difficult days ahead when the economic crisis is expected to bring a new wave of evictions, job loss, hunger, and homelessness. We thank you for your support of the Artist Plate Project.
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Thank you to the Artist Plate Project on Instagram for the images.
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Marathon Oil (MRO) Q1 2019 Earnings Call Transcript
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Marathon Oil (NYSE: MRO)
Q1 2019 Earnings Call
May. 02, 2019, 9:00 a.m. ET
Prepared Remarks
Call Participants
Prepared Remarks:
Welcome to the Marathon Oil first quarter earnings conference call. My name is Vanessa, and I will be your operator for today's call. [Operator instructions] Please note that this conference is being recorded. And I will now turn the call over to your host, Guy Baber, vice president, investor relations.
Guy Baber -- Vice President, Investor Relations
Thanks, Vanessa. Thank you to everyone for joining us this morning. Yesterday after the close, we issued a press release, a slide presentation and investor packet that address our first-quarter results. Those documents can be found on our website at marathonoil.com.Joining me on today's call are Lee Tillman, our chairman, president and CEO; Dane Whitehead, executive VP and CFO; Mitch Little, executive VP of operations; and Pat Wagner, our executive VP of corporate development and strategy.
As always, today's call will contain forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. I'll refer everyone to the cautionary language included in the press release and presentation materials as well as to the risk factors described in our SEC filings. And with that, I'll turn the call over to Lee, who'll provide his opening remarks. We will then open the call to Q&A.
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Thanks Guy, and thank you to everyone joining us this morning. First quarter marked a continuation of our track record of successful execution against our well-established framework for capital discipline. This framework has been our touchstone as we have transformed our business to our advantaged multi-basin U.S. resource play model.
It starts by ensuring every dollar we spend advances our corporate returns. This returns-first mindset, coupled with disciplined capital allocation, resulted in a peer-leading year-over-year improvement in cash return on invested capital in 2018, and we are well positioned to continue driving the significant rate of change in both our cash return and cash flow for debt-adjusted share. From 2017 to 2019, our cash returns are on pace to almost double our normalized pricing. It also means prioritizing sustainable free cash flow at conservative pricing over production growth for growth's sake while driving our peer-leading enterprise breakeven lower.
In first-quarter 2019, we have already generated $80 million of organic free cash flow. Our organic free cash flow is expected to improve in the second quarter and over the course of the year driven by our underlying operational momentum and amplified by a more favorable pricing environment. And with sustainable free cash flow, capital discipline for us means prioritizing the return of capital back to shareholders through both our peer-competitive dividends and disciplined share repurchases. As a compelling proof point, in 2018, we returned over 25% of our net operating cash flow to shareholders.
2019 year to date, we have repurchased $50 million of our shares and, including the dividend, have returned over $90 million to our shareholders. Organic free cash flow generation remains the governor on potential buybacks. We simply will not spend money that we have not earned nor will we be reliant on disposition proceeds. We continue to see good value in buying our shares at current prices consistent with our returns focus.
And with organic free cash flow inflecting higher, we expect our capacity for additional share repurchases to trend upward, allowing us to take advantage of our remaining $750 million authorization. And finally, capital discipline is about differentiated execution that drives continuous improvement in capital efficiency and operating costs, while also enhancing our resource base. In 2018, we held our original development capital budget while raising our U.S. resource play oil production guidance three consecutive quarters and uplifting our inventory through organic enhancement efforts in both the Bakken and Eagle Ford.
For first-quarter 2019, our development capex is down 8% from year-ago quarter and represents just under 24% of our full-year 2019 development capital budget. We are firmly and credibly on track to achieve our full-year oil growth guidance with no change to our development capital budget. As we have consistently demonstrated, our budget is not a suggestion; it is a commitment. And we will not increase spending on improved prices to chase growth.
Rather, we will take that cash flow to the bottom line and share it with our shareholders. Expanding further on our differentiated execution in the first quarter, U.S. production unit expense was down 12% from year-ago quarter, and we are seeing lower completed well costs across all basins while still delivering strong well productivity. These four objectives, corporate-returns first, sustainable free cash flow at conservative pricing, prioritizing return of capital to shareholders and differentiated execution, are how we run our business and are embedded in our executive compensation.
And they are supported by a foundation of our multi-basin portfolio and peer-leading balance sheet. We have concentrated and simplified our portfolio into four of the best high-margin U.S. resource plays that span the development cycle in terms of maturity, providing capital allocation flexibility, broad market access, diversification of suppliers and rapid sharing of best practices. Our current resource base is high return and high quality, and we are progressing multifaceted efforts to continue to enhance it.
As such, large-scale M&A is not a consideration nor did require for our forward success. Our balance sheet provides tremendous financial flexibility to execute our business plan across a broad range of pricing. And with the recent upgrade by Moody's, we are investment grade at all three major-rating agencies. With our framework for success as a backdrop, let's turn our attention to a few of the more specific first-quarter highlights across our multi-basin portfolio and how each of our assets are individually contributing to our collective enterprise level success.
First, at a high level, total company oil production was up 6% from year-ago quarter with U.S. oil production up 11%. Though we delivered within our quarterly production guidance, our results would have been even stronger without the impact of adverse weather effects across multiple basins during 1Q, especially severe during February in the Bakken. However, our D&C execution was unaffected and our well productivity was strong.
Our only challenge was keeping our well capacity online. Importantly, we are carrying that developed well capacity into second quarter as seeing a strong April performance and have good operational momentum that supports our expected 5% sequential growth in U.S. oil production for 2Q. We remain firmly on track to deliver our full-year plan of 10% total company oil growth and 12% U.S.
oil growth within our original $2.4 billion development capital budget. In the Eagle Ford, due to consistently strong execution and advantage pricing, our team continues to deliver financial returns and free cash flow that competes favorably against any basin across the Lower 48. During first quarter, we drove further efficiency improvements from already impressive levels. Our completed well cost average is just $4.4 million, down more than 15% from the year ago quarter, while our completion stages per day and drilling feet per day were up 15% and 10%, respectively.
In the Bakken, we continue to deliver industry-leading well productivity while realizing step changes in capital efficiency and associated bottom-line returns improvement. More specifically, our 180-day cumulative oil production per well for the last two years is outperforming the peer group average by a significant 45%. And we are delivering this leading productivity while continuing to drive our well cost lower. During first quarter, our average completed well cost was just $5.1 million, down more than 25% from 1Q '18.
At the same time, we remain focused on continuing to enhance our resource base through both organic enhancement efforts and also through small bolt-on acquisitions and leasing. We are pleased to provide a positive update on both fronts as our fourth quarter core extension test in our Ajax area of the Bakken where we haven't drilled for three years is delivering truly impressive long-term production. And we recently added over 50 new gross company-operated locations to our position through a bolt-on acquisition and incremental leasing. Turning to Oklahoma.
We again reported strong and predictable results at optimized spacing designs in the overpressured STACK where average well performance for our three first quarter infills, each developed at DSU specific spacing, is outpacing our type curve of by over 50%. The team also continues to drive our well costs significantly lower, improving bottom line returns with average completed well cost per lateral foot for our first quarter STACK infill down more than 30% relative to parent wells. In the Northern Delaware, we continue to strategically pace our investment with a keen focus on protecting our leasehold, delineating our position and improving our margins, all while delivering significant early development drilling success. Well productivity in Malaga has improved markedly as we advance our learnings, highlighted by a four-well pad that delivered an average IP30 of over 2,800 BOED at 62% oil cut or approximately 400 BOED per 1,000 foot of lateral.
Importantly, we also continue to make great progress in reducing both our capital and operating costs. We have made considerable progress in getting our produced water on pipe and will be at 100% water on pipe for our remaining 2019 wells to sales. Stepping outside of our four U.S. resource plays, we had a very busy quarter on the international front.
We successfully executed our planned triennial turnaround in EG with a return to full-production levels achieved on schedule in early April. As previously announced, we signed agreements to process third-party gas through our world-class EG infrastructure, positioning our EG assets to deliver strong free cash flow for years to come and to compete as a natural aggregation point for local and regional gas opportunities. Further, we continue to optimize our portfolio as evidenced by our agreement to divest our U.K. properties, which will remove approximately $950 million of asset retirement obligations upon close, further enabling the focused allocation of our capital to our highest return assets.
As I've said before, we don't believe it's a mystery as to what investors are looking for, whether generalist or energy focused, it's pretty straightforward. All investors are looking for companies that have the right portfolio of assets that have the right strategy putting returns first, generating sustainable free cash flow at conservative oil prices and sharing that cash flow with investors, that have a strong balance sheet to weather potential volatility and that have the capability to execute on their commitments consistently. We believe we screen well on these criteria and our performance in 2018 and now first-quarter 2019 stand as our proof points. We have a uniquely resilient cash-generative portfolio that is already delivering compelling free cash flow yield relative to both other E&Ps and the broader market with high-value oil growth and outcome and all at an organic breakeven of $45 WTI.
From a sustainability perspective, we have shared a two-year outlook to provide visibility on the metrics that matter most. It is an outlook that prioritizes returns, free cash flow and return of capital to shareholders. It all starts with continuing to drive our compelling, multiyear rate of change improvement in key enterprise performance metrics. Specifically, our cash return on invested capital and cash flow for debt adjusted share, both of which, as a reminder, are part of our executive compensation scorecard.
We are on track to deliver a 30% CAGR on cash return from 2017 to 2020 at $60 WTI flat, roughly on par with the current forward curve. With that returns-first orientation, we deliver sustainable free cash flow generation above $45 WTI with significant organic free cash flow expected through 2020 of $750 million at just $50 WTI flat and over $2.2 billion or almost double the broader market free cash flow yield at $60 WTI flat. Our positive leverage to higher oil prices, coupled with a low enterprise breakeven, is a powerful and winning combination in any commodity environment. And though $50 WTI remains our planning basis and a commodity price at which we generate meaningful free cash flow, we believe that continuing to drive our enterprise breakeven point even lower is essential on the commodity business.
It was only 2017 when our enterprise breakeven stood at just over $50 WTI. This sustainable free cash flow profile allows us to prioritize return of capital to shareholders and compete for the broadest cross-section of investors. We also added a new return of capital metric to our executive compensation scorecard earlier this year to underscore this commitment. Thank you all for listening.
And with that, I'll hand it back to the operator to begin the Q&A.
[Operator instructions] And we have our first question from Arun Jayaram with JP Morgan.
Arun Jayaram -- J.P. Morgan -- Analyst
Good morning, Lee. Two questions on EG. One, I was wondering if you could discuss some of the details or cash flow uplift that you anticipate from the tolling and profit-sharing agreement for the LN volumes with Noble.
OK. Well, first of all, yes, we are very pleased to have the definitive agreements now executed for the LN unit gas. And maybe just as a reminder for everyone on the call, we are taking advantage of existing capacity at our world-class integrated gas infrastructure at Punta Europa. And really although I can't get into specific commercial terms because they're confidential, the value proposition for Marathon is through a combination of tolling and profit sharing such that all parties benefit from exposure to global LNG prices.
I would also say that additionally, with only tie-ins and minor modifications required at our facilities and with the LN unit bearing all the capital costs associated with getting the gas at Punta Europa, capital requirements to Marathon are really minimal. And we expect first gas normally in 2021. So with that, we also are going to enjoy the added benefit of extending the Alba tail, our own equity molecules by delaying any future turndown of the EG LNG plant. So when I think about the value proposition for us, it's really building on that based EBITDAX that we're already achieving through the Alba PSC, and this is layering on top of it through both tolling arrangement as well as some with market exposure through profit sharing.
Great, great. And my follow-up is the LNG from the facility is sold using an Henry Hub-based index. I believe this runs through 2023 or so. Could you give us some thoughts -- obviously, the market is well above the Henry Hub-linked index, what kind of cash flow uplift that you can see if we're going to call it mark-to-market toward current market prices for LNG?
Yes. Well, certainly, you're absolutely correct, Arun. The agreement that we have in place -- the long-term agreement we have in place at -- in EG is Henry Hub link and it does run its course in 2023. And post that time, the Alba volumes will be subject to negotiation into the open market.
So there is absolutely the potential for uplift there. With the LN volumes, obviously, we will have that exposure to the broader LNG market starting really when we see first gas from that opportunity. And although we really can't quantify that expertly today, we know that as you stay, given today's market, we feel that directionally, that is simply adding incremental value to what is already a very high-value asset for us.
Great. Thanks a lot, Lee.
Thank you, Arun.
And we have our next question from Neal Dingmann with SunTrust.
Neal Dingmann -- SunTrust Robinson Humphrey -- Analyst
Morning. My first question to you guys, you did a magnificent job on the spend for the first quarter especially versus a lot of your peers out there. I'm just wondering trying to get a sense of sort of cadence. You talked about your free cash flow plans not only for this year but the longer-term plan, trying to get a sense of spend as you sort of see it through remainder of the year.
How does it continue to trend just on a more linear basis? Or how should we think about that, is my first question.
Well, I'll maybe start, Neal, just by reiterating something from my opening comments, which is our budget is our budget. We have a $2.4 billion development capital budget that compares to $2.3 billion budget that we delivered against last year. We are a little bit front half of the year loaded in terms of wells to sales. So it was great to come in really with a ratable number in first quarter.
You will have noticed that we had a large proportion though of wells to sales in first quarter, many of those will see the advantage of, obviously, in second quarter and beyond. But everything is going in the right direction for us from a capital-efficiency standpoint. The asset teams are doing a tremendous job of continuing to drive completed well cost lower. We certainly saw that as an advantage in first quarter.
And so as we look throughout the year, we are very comfortable with delivery against our -- not only our $2.4 billion budget, but also our commitments on oil growth for the year. And importantly, that's going to translate into very strong financial momentum as well, which is first quarter in our plan was always going to be our lightest from a free cash flow standpoint. That momentum is only going to build as we move into second quarter and the rest of the year.
OK. And great details there, Lee. And then just one follow-up on that Slide 10, when I'm looking at the Bakken. Again, your wells just continue to be superb there.
My question is really on the focused area. Do you see sort of on -- you might have already said this, Lee, in kind of -- in other updates, but for the rest of the year, will there also be focus on moving down to Elk Creek or Hector or Ajax? Or can you just talk about what the focus is? And if it is moving down there, your expectations -- how the expectations sort of compare versus the stellar results you continue to see here recently?
Mitch Little -- Executive Vice President of Operations
Sure, Neal. This is Mitch. I'll address that question. And absolutely, as we go throughout the year, you're going to see additional activity down in Hector area and as well as Ajax as well as continued activity in Myrmidon.
So it'll be a bit more diverse program as we go throughout the year. But as you say, we're really proud of what the team is doing out here, really basing leading efforts both on well productivity and on well cost. The program that we delivered in Q1 based on available public data for the basin still looks to be delivering IP30s that are on average about 40% higher than peer average. And when we look at this program in aggregate, we expect the Q1 program to achieve payout in something around 6 months.
So just really impressed with what the team is doing. We don't drive our teams to focus on flashy IP24s or even flashy IP30s. The discipline that we've instilled is around capital-efficiency improvement, looking at that holistically from both well productivity and the well costs.
Very good, stellar, exactly. Mitch, Lee, thanks so much for the answers.
Thank you, Neal
And our next question is from Ryan Todd with Simmons Energy.
Ryan Todd -- Simmons Energy -- Analyst
Great, thanks. Maybe a follow-up first on the capex. I think you talked a little bit about it. Can you talk about the primary drivers of the lower budget in the first quarter, the primarily lower well costs? And can you talk about whether you see those as sustainable, particularly whether you see any upward pressure on well cost inflation? And whether -- I know it's early, but if you can hold this type of efficient operations? Whether there could be potential downward risk to the full-year capital budget?
Yes. I'll maybe offer a few comments and then clearly Mitch can chime in as well if he wants. When we look at completed well costs, I think of several buckets that are really contributing to our ability to drive those costs lower. First and foremost, it's really working the supply chain.
Our ability to integrate into the supply chain to a lot of self-sourcing has really been a key enabler across all of our basins. Our supply chain team has really stepped up and it's just done an outstanding job and how they're assisting the asset teams and driving our costs down from the supply chain perspective. And with some of that self-sourcing, it's opened up some interesting commercial opportunities for us as well, particularly with our pumping providers. And so I think those commercial terms that we've been able to put in place that really do reward strong performance and efficiency.
So it's a win-win for both the provider and the operator, have also been a key element of that cost reduction. And then finally, it's just down to the shear efficiency that we're observing. We continue to see whether it's our rate of penetration on our drilling rigs and our time to drill coming down or it's simply the number of stages that we're able to put away per day. Even though some of the stages may be more complex and more intense than they ever have been, we continue to see gains in those areas.
So when you put all that together, that is really what is helping drive our completed well cost lower. And I think as we look out throughout the year, assuming that I think the mandate around capital discipline across the segment continues to hold true and thus supply and demand stays relatively stable in the service sector, we simply don't see a lot of pressure from an inflationary standpoint that we would need to be concerned with as we move throughout the year. But that's obviously going to be very dependent upon the activity levels and the response from other folks in our segment.
Thanks Lee. Maybe you've got one more. I appreciate the comments you've made how you're not interested in any sort of large-scale M&A, but you had a nice target to pick up there, some additional inventory in the Bakken. Can you talk about how you view the environment? Whether it's in the Bakken or the Permian or other basins in terms of whether there are additional opportunities for smaller bolt-on transactions like that and what the overall environment feels like for those types of deals?
Yes. I think maybe, first, just stepping back a little bit, Ryan, and talking about our approach to enhancing and expanding our inventory and our resource base, it really is threefold. It starts with the organic enhancement work that's been going on within our asset teams and within our basins. We saw obviously the results of that in the Eagle Ford and the Bakken as we continue to extend the core area in places like Atascosa County, obviously, Hector and Ajax.
So that remains a key element, and we have dedicated development capital that is continuing to chase further organic enhancement this year. The second element really is the one that you referenced, which is around small bolt-on, incremental leasing that really fits hand in glove with our existing position in basin. So these are very surgical, very selective. We're really looking at opportunities that are synergistic to the position that we've already created in the 50 kind of plus gross company-operated wells that we talked about for the Bakken that came by way of bolt-on and some leasing that fits that description perfectly.
We also continue to have ongoing opportunities for trades, etc., in places like the Permian. So that is a very important element and really complements the organic enhancement work that we're doing in basin. And then when you step a little further the field, we, of course, have the REX program, which is our resource play exploration program, that is really chasing those greenfield leasing positions that can offer the potential for outsize, full cycle returns. So low entry cost, material positions, near basins or even new basins.
So when I look at all three of those things in concert, and then to me, the final kind of complementary effort to that is the work that we continue to do on enhanced oil recovery as well, and we're on pace to on EUR in the Eagle Ford. So when I kind of look at that framework, we feel very good about our ability to continue to move the needle on both the quality and scale of our resource base going forward.
Thank you. Our next question is from Doug Leggate with Bank of America.
Doug Leggate -- Bank of America Merrill Lynch -- Analyst
Thanks, good<|fim_middle|>&P 500. Just on the M&A point, and again I'm not going to comment on current deals or anything in the market, but what I would say is when you look at the activity and recent announcements and even some of the investment plans that we have seen from some of the majors, in my way of thinking, it only really serves to highlight the attractive characteristics of the U.S.
short-cycle unconventional assets and the fact that on a risk-adjusted return basis, the U.S. unconventionals compete at a global level. And so we're very committed to our multi-basin strategy. We believe that's the right way to proceed.
We think it delivers the right kind of shareholder outcomes, and we're going to continue to execute against that model. And we think with that consistency of execution, the recognition from the market and from investors will come.
So no desire to do anything corporate-wise?
Thanks Lee, I appreciate you answering a tough question. Appreciate it.
Thank you Doug.
Thank you. We have our next question from Scott Hanold with RBC.
Scott Hanold -- RBC Capital Markets -- Analyst
Thanks, good morning. So, Lee, you had mentioned a little bit earlier that, obviously, you're not going to try to get ahead of some of the free cash flow generation with stock buyback. Can you generally speak to -- should -- how you expect to progress at that end? With respect to the U.K. asset sale, just to be clear, and I think you're getting about $140 million, $150 million from that, that will not be part of, I guess, the buyback kind of conversation.
Is that targeted just for more REX spending? Or how should we look at that?
Yes. First of all, let me take the first part of your question, Scott. It has always been a feature of our business plan this year regardless of pricing that our operational momentum and, hence, our organic free cash flow momentum would be inflecting between first and second quarter and improving as we move throughout the year. Having said that, we've also been equally clear that even our share repurchase program, we're going to be very disciplined with the governor of how much organic free cash flow are we actually generating.
We're not going to do anything that will damage our balance sheet. We have worked very hard. Our finance team has done a great job of positioning us now to be investment grade across the board with all of the ratings agencies that's come from, I think, a pattern of taking very disciplined and thoughtful actions around our balance sheet and that's going to continue in the future. The U.K.
transaction is progressing. We're not -- we've kind of said that it would likely close in the second half of the year. When we see that money come into the portfolio, we just also have to recognize that there's an offset to that, that is staying back in the corporate structure in the U.K. So net-net, we just have to remember that, that by no means is a windfall that we could potentially immediately dedicate into share repurchases.
So we're going to stay with our formula, which is we're going to drive our share repurchase through organic free cash flow. To the extent that we see other proceeds, those will be available for other attractive opportunities. You mentioned REx. We've talked about small bolt-ons today.
All of that would be in play and that's the decision that we'll take kind of on game day when we see those opportunities arise.
OK. That's clear. Thanks, I appreciate that. And as my follow-up, you already had mentioned that you picked up a handful of new locations in the Bakken through some organic leasing.
Can you give us some color on exactly what it is -- what part of your acreage did you add there? And is it full operated stuff? Is it just bolting on? And is it more of a working interest increase? Can you give us a little color on that?
Yes. First of all, and I'll mention a few things and see if Mitch wants to chime in as well. I guess when I think about 50 gross-operated wells between the bolt-on and leasing, I don't think of that as a handful. I mean that's pretty meaningful.
And that well count, just for clarity, Scott, that is gross-operated well count. We don't talk in terms of nonoperated or OBO type well count. So I just want to be very, very clear on that. Because we're still active from a leasing and even a small bolt-on kind of acquisition standpoint, we don't necessarily want to get too specific about where we're chasing opportunities.
But I would just say that in general, these are fitting within our footprint in areas where we have developed confidence in our ability to drive more value than likely another operator from those positions.
OK. I appreciate the color. I didn't mean to underappreciate the size of the adds, because certainly it provides you some pretty good additional runway.
I'm sensitive to those kinds of things, Scott.
No worries, thank you.
Thank you. Our next question is from Jeanine Wai with Barclays.
Jeanine Wai -- Barclays -- Analyst
Hi, good morning everyone. My first question is on the corporate objectives. Number three on the list is prioritizing return of capital, which you've spoken a lot about. We noticed that you layered in a fair amount of new hedges this quarter.
I'm just wondering if that was opportunistic and wanting to lock in the cash flow now. Or is there something that you're seeing in the operating environment, for example, we've heard one or two operators talking about cost inflation? Or is there something in the A&D market that's driving your decision on the hedges? And I know you mentioned still being active in leasing and small bolt-ons. I'm just curious because I thought that the prior commentary on hedges for Marathon was just that you had more flexibility heading into '19 given the balance sheet and the free cash flow potential, so just wanted to kind of check in on where you're at on this.
Yes. Let me talk broadly about my risk management, and I'll let Dane address the hedge book directly. When you think about commodity risk management, we think about it really in three areas. One, you mentioned, Jeanine, which is the strength of our balance sheet.
That is part of our commodity risk-management strategy. Number two and also equally as important is our very low enterprise breakeven point that we've established. So that provides us that latitude and a very broad range of pricing environment. And the third element is in fact our formal hedge book and how we look at hedging particularly in a portfolio that, for instance, this quarter is a 60% oil weighted portfolio.
So with that, maybe I'll just let Dane talk a little bit about the hedge book and our strategy that we've tried to put in play there.
Dane Whitehead -- Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Yes. Hi Jeanine. Following up on prior meetings with you and maybe prior calls, commentary on the hedge objectives, in previous years, we had a very strong -- get 50% -- coursing on 50% of our next year production sort of objective. But as our financial position has improved and our financial flexibility has improved, we've felt like we've had the flexibility to be a lot more opportunistic on our way toward that goal.
And so we saw in this last price run-up the opportunity to put on some early attractive three ways, 48 x 55 x 74. And so we took advantage of that market rally to put those on. And I would expect, we stay on top of this on a regular basis and when we see good value there, we put them in. It's definitely there's no linkage to transaction or any other things happening in our day-to-day business.
It's really just all about overall price risk management.
OK. That's really helpful. My second question is on well results. We noticed that well productivity as measured by the IP30s declined quarter-over-quarter and the biggest declines are in the Eagle Ford and the Bakken, which were double digits.
I know you indicated in your prepared remark during the commentary that you don't chase flashy early production rates. But can you talk about what's driving this rate of change? And does the oil productivity track a similar trend to reported BOE results?
Sure, Jeanine. This is Mitch again. And maybe I'll reiterate a couple of the comments I made earlier on Bakken and then I'll jump to Eagle Ford and address that as well. I think it starts with taking a look back a little bit.
And as I said, I'm extremely proud of the efforts our teams have done to uplift the quality of our inventory across our position in both Bakken and Eagle Ford. Our internal dialogue and the discipline and the mindset that we're establishing is one of capital efficiency and improving corporate returns. So we look at this holistically and over the long run, both from a well productivity and the capex perspective. In the Bakken, as best we can tell from public data, our Q1 results are about 40% better than the next closest peer on IP30s.
All that and payout for both our Eagle Ford and our Bakken Q1 programs is on the order of six months. That's an investment that's been complete -- at the top of our portfolio and really anybody's portfolio day in and day out. So we're -- I'm really proud of what we're delivering. All that being said, there will be some variability across all these plays and that's nothing unique.
We publish our results every quarter down to the pad level in Bakken and Eagle Ford. So you can see those trends over time. And there's no doubt that the very best rock in each of those basins is going to deliver the very best results. So we've got results we're proud of, really impressive earns.
If you take a look at the Eagle Ford specifically, those are the lowest well costs of any of our four basins. We've get access to MEH pricing, a extremely efficient operation in the Eagle Ford. And as I mentioned earlier, the returns from these programs are phenomenal. So I'll leave it there.
Yes. If I can just maybe add in, Jeanine, that this all links back though to that first objective we talked about and our framework for success, which is enterprise-level returns. And whether you look at Eagle Ford or the Bakken, both of those programs are driving our enterprise-level returns directionally more positive. And so we can spend a lot of time talking about IP30s and they are an indicative piece of information, but you also have to look at team production, well cost, all of those things, cycle time, all factor in to the economics of these wells.
And the reality is our toughest comparison point is ourselves right now, particularly in the Bakken. And so when you look at things from a relative standpoint, yes, I mean, there was some change in the mix and we don't get too wrapped around the quarter-to-quarter variations when we see that it's being driven by geology and other fundamentals. We're going to remain resolutely focused on returns and making sure that those well-level returns translate into corporate-level returns at the end of the day.
OK. Great. Thank you for taking my questions.
Thank you. Our next question is from Brian Singer with Goldman Sachs.
Brian Singer -- Goldman Sachs -- Analyst
Thank you. Good morning. A couple of follow-ups on some prior questions. First, do the changes that you're seeing in well costs and productivity vary the relative ranking in capital allocation between basins? And then are the efficiencies that you highlighted earlier on and your expectation for a lack of service inflation going forward already baked into your capex guidance for the year?
Yes, first of all, relative capital allocation, the results that we have been referring to today were really fully cooked in to our original multi-basin optimization. So it in no way impacts the relative capital allocation. Recall, Brian, that we're kind of on a 60% Bakken, Eagle Ford to 40% Oklahoma and Permian. And even within those splits, we are staying pretty true to that initial relative capital allocation that we talked about back in February.
So from that standpoint, this is not really impacting, I think, anything from a capital allocation standpoint.
Got it. And that applies to an overall budget perspective when you think about the service inflation and the efficiencies. Is that all kind of baked in or...?
Absolutely. Yes, we built in obviously assumptions around both efficiency and inflation into our forward plan. We're tracking very well to both of those. So again, we don't see that as being in any way a factor in our go-forward capital program.
Great, thanks.And then as you return cash to shareholders above and beyond the dividend, you mentioned that the timing is going to be a function of when you see the free cash coming in on a quarterly basis if I were to paraphrase, which you said earlier. Is that the full constraint? Or are there any broader market factors or share price markers that would determine how aggressive you would want to buy back stock assuming you've got the free cash coming in to do it?
Yes. I mean it is a bit of a -- I'll call it a bit of a dual metrics in that sense, Brian. We look, one, at our current and forward free cash flow generation from a sustainability standpoint. So that's generally linked to our operational performance coupled with where the forward curve is sitting.
But we also look at our own internal relative NAV valuations, relative to what we're seeing on our shares in the market. And today, we would say that our shares still offer a very good value. And again, going back to that returns-first orientation, we believe that, that is still the preferred mechanism today for getting money back to our shareholders. It doesn't mean that we don't look at the dividend and assess that each and every quarter.
But today, I think with the volatility, I think the ability to scale to free cash flow and the returns that it offers, we feel very strongly that the share repurchase, I would say, program that we're on today is the right answer. And we'll continue to evaluate that as we see the market respond.
Great, thank you.
Thank you. We have our next question from David Heikkinen with Heikkinen Energy.
David Heikkinen -- Heikkinen Energy -- Analyst
Good morning, thanks for taking the question. This is a nuance on your activity level and capital. It looks like your working interest, they're trending a little bit down the last couple of quarters versus '18. Is that -- the trends of the last couple of quarters, should that continue in the Bakken and Eagle Ford and Delaware?
Great observation, David. And that's one that we obviously track and look at as part of our plan as well. We do have a little bit of a localized kind of dip in working interest in the first quarter for both the Eagle Ford and the Bakken. But that's going to recover in forward quarters to probably look a little bit more familiar to where we were, say, in the first part of even 2018.
That's helpful. And I know you don't budget and talk about OBO capital and production. What is your perspective though for OBO by region given your diverse asset base? I'm just curious as the Delaware coming in higher, is there any other indication that you can see in Oklahoma, Eagle Ford or Bakken?
Yes. The areas, I guess, probably where we feel the nonoperated the most are probably Oklahoma and Northern Delaware. Not to say that we don't have a little bit in the Bakken and Eagle Ford, but the areas where we see probably the largest exposure are really in those two basins. And I would say, thus far, it's probably still a little too early in the year to fully assess the trends, but we certainly would say that activity today is probably at or a little bit below our assumptions.
And whether that trend continues or we see some of that pressure later in the year, that's something we just kind of have to watch.
Thanks, guys.
Thank you. The next question comes from Jeffrey Campbell with Tuohy Brothers.
Jeffrey Campbell -- Tuohy Brothers -- Analyst
Good morning, and congratulations on another solid quarter. I wanted to discuss the spacing variances that you mentioned in the press release in Oklahoma. First, are these primary variances within one particular zone? Or are they variances between different zones? And also does this encompass vertical as well as horizontal spacing within a zone or zones?
Sure, Jeff. This is Mitch again. And we've been talking for a little while, several quarters at least, on the integrated workflows and state of our tools that we use, including 3D fracture modeling and seismic conversion processing in Oklahoma in particular to design our development approach in the STACK and across the basin down to a subregion level, and you're aware that the characteristics change across the play. And so we utilize that integrated workflow to optimize not only well density but also landing zone, and so it's going to vary across each of those.
But, for example, the lower well density was across the single landing horizon whereas the other two pads would have been across multiple landing horizons, but all in the Meramec section.
OK. Good. That's helpful. I appreciate that.
The other thing I want to mention was just the Northern Delaware Malaga wells were pretty impressive. I was just wondering, are you starting to get some kind of an eye for what the activity level in Northern Delaware may be in that area it might look like over the next year or so?
Yes. Just on, first of all, that team has advanced more quickly to multi-well pad drilling and really any other assets that we've been involved with. So they are moving at a very rapid pace, but they're still learning. There's still a lot of delineation lift to do there.
It's a big footprint. There's also some leasehold work that we still have to do in Northern Delaware. You couple that with some continued restrictions, I would say, globally for the industry around takeaway, et cetera. I think we're on a very good pace there.
I mean we're growing, and we're growing on a relatively small volume. But while we're growing, we're learning and we're also producing these kinds of well productivity very early in the life of the assets. So all that to me is very encouraging. We view Northern Delaware as one of the growth engines for the future, but we're going to make sure that we pace that, one, in the context of how quickly we can learn and make smart economic decision, but also on the context of optimizing that in a broader multi-basin portfolio.
OK, thanks Lee. I appreciate the answer.
Thank you. Our next question is from John Aschenbeck with Seaport Global.
John Aschenbeck -- Seaport Global -- Analyst
Good morning everyone, and thank you for fitting me in. Just had one question really on the Eagle Ford, and a lot of the focus over the past couple of years is really highlighted core extension efforts in Atascosa County, which have been strong. But I also noticed in your slide deck that you still have what appears to be a very sizable position in Gonzales and DeWitt counties where some other operators have been putting up some pretty interesting results. So I was just curious how much activity do you have planned in that area in the near term? And when do you think you'll have some type of, call it, core extension tests results to share with us? Thanks.
Sure, John. This is Mitch again. I think we disclosed this as well in our initial capital release. But high 80s to around 90% of our activity is going to be in the Karnes and Atascosa County areas, which leaves the remainder to address things like you're mentioning here on the call.
We have pivoted to not only focus and continue to work on enhancing the quality of the inventory across that expanded core, but also looking at opportunities that have the potential to add hundreds of additional sticks across our Bakken and Eagle Ford positions. Those activities are being funded as well, and there's many of them in progress likely the late '19, maybe early '20 before we're in a position to talk in more detail about those. But this effort and this advantaged quality that we've driven in across our core basin for the last couple of years has now been continuing to focus on that, but also been expanded to look at opportunities that also increase the depth of inventory in both of those basins. So the short answer was, yes, we do plan activity outside of Karnes and Atascosa this year.
But the more holistic answer there is, there's a lot of good things going on in the Eagle Ford and Bakken and our other two basins for that matter across the entire space of both upgrading the quality and the quantity.
OK, great. Thanks Mitch, that's all for me.
Thank you. Our next question is from Pavel Molchanov with Raymond James.
Pavel Molchanov -- Raymond James -- Analyst
Thanks for taking the question. Can I go back to the dividend, please? You've said that given where the stock is right now, buyback is a better option in your mind. I know that what some of your peers have been doing is raising the dividend as a way of kind of instilling perhaps a greater expectation of capital discipline in a sense that when you have a kind of a fixed payout amount, it tends to force the organization to work toward that. Do you see a logic in sending that same message or not really?
Yes. I'll maybe offer few comments and then ask Dane maybe to jump in as well. First of all, I would say, a lot of the sector activity has been raising dividend on what was already a low or nonexistent base. So where we sit today even with all those raises, we're still sitting right around the average from a yield standpoint.
We think it does introduce us some constructive tension around capital discipline and capital allocation, which we think is valuable today in the current environment. Our preferred mechanism is share repurchases, but we continue to assess dividend and dividend yield and payout as a matter, of course, with our board each and every quarter. And to the extent that we see that, that is a preferred mechanism, we'll address that at that point in time. But that's just where we are today.
It doesn't mean that's where we'll be a year from now.
OK, That certainly makes sense. And then what about EG? You guys had about $60 million of free cash flow in the quarter despite, obviously, a low oil price to start the year. Is it fair to say that free cash flow would actually be negative had it not been for the EG operations?
No, absolutely not. We have multiple assets that are throwing off free cash flow today. And even with the big impact in the first quarter in EG was, of course, the triennial turndown, which took us down basically to zero rate for a period of time. So that EBITDAX number is not a ratable number to use for the remainder of the year.
But even with that impact in the first quarter from EG, we still had strongly flowing free cash from places like the Bakken and the Eagle Ford that more than took up the slack, hence the reason we were able to generate $80 million of organic free cash flow in the quarter.
Yes. I'd just add that the $80 million free cash flow number is not directly comparable to an EBITDA of $65 million or EBITDA number. There is some kind of pre-tax on this.
Yes, 25% tax rate.
25%. So keep that in mind as well.
OK, good point. Appreciate it, guys.
We have no further questions. I will now turn the call over to Lee Tillman for closing remarks.
Well, we recognize that investors have choices and we appreciate your interest in Marathon Oil. Execution excellence leads the way in our company and I'd be remiss without thanking all of our dedicated employees and contractors who deliver on that mandate 24/7, quarter in and quarter out. Thank you very much, and that concludes our call.
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Motley Fool Transcribing has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. | morning Lee, good morning everybody. Lee, I wonder if I could hack you back to the LNG question. It's kind of aging us a bit because I seem to remember writing about this in detail in 2005. So we're all getting a bit older, I guess.
But my question specifically is, the license expiry in 2023. As I recall, there was a floor on the Henry Hub price somewhere in the $3.50 range. So I'm trying to understand, when you -- first of all, what is the prospect for you guys extending that license? And secondly, do you regain any destination rights that were given off to that time BG and, I guess, not Shell?
Yes. Well, first of all, just for absolute clarity, I would not refer to them as licensing rights. It was simply commercial agreement for LNG sales off the back of the LNG. So I don't want people to confuse that, for instance, with the PSC or anything.
Yes. I'm thinking more about the upstream side of it -- sorry, in terms of the production. Sorry, I should have been clear on that.
Yes, yes. Certainly, the commercial terms that you described, again, we can't get into details on our commercial terms. We've already talked about the Shell, BG kind of legacy contract runs its course in 2023. And at that point, the Alba molecules are available for negotiation into the open market.
So we're essentially released from the obligations of that contract. It doesn't mean that we can't renegotiate some type of deal with the existing partners, with Shell, but we're not limited to simply negotiating with them. And as I mentioned, one of the advantages of continuing to bring in additional third-party gas opportunities is that we -- it allows us to avoid taking the LNG plant into turndown mode, which allowed us to extend the Alba tail, which gives us more of our own equity gas molecules to get into the market once that 2023 arrangement runs its course.
OK. So to be clear, when does the PSC expire and what are your -- was the potential for your retaining...
PSC doesn't expire. So I think it's just post-2030, 2040, I mean, in that time period. So PSC expiry is not an issue for us. And I would also add that in most cases, when we face extensions on PSC, it's particularly for a footprint like we have in EG.
I think there would be an open door there to negotiate that to the satisfaction of not only us as the operator, but also the government.
OK. I appreciate that. My follow-up is -- and I'm going to apologize in advance. So this one, Lee, is an M&A question.
Like you've done a phenomenal job since you joined Marathon several years ago, and the free cash flow story speaks for itself. I'd like to characterize it as putting good assets in the hands of great management. The downside of everything you've done, however, is that your share price has not really been differentiated relative to your peer group despite everything that you've done. So I'm just curious, what do you think that Marathon has to do to see a step change in market recognition of what you've done? And I'm wondering if you have any -- see any appetite to take good assets into your management and eliminate some cases or excess overheads in what is clearly a portfolio that could fit very nicely to some other companies?
Yes. I think, first of all, for us -- first of all, thank you for the kind words and it's been complete and total team effort to get to where we are today, I think, in our kind of transformational journey. So the recognition is really a team recognition here at Marathon. But on share price performance, we try to focus internally on the things that we can control.
And ultimately, we believe our model, our execution, our portfolio will ultimately win the day. And as investors, whether they be generalists or energy focused, begin to turn their attention back to the sector, we believe that we're going to offer a very strong investment profile for them to take advantage of. And we believe that we can compete with not only our own space, but with the broader S | 892 |
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I feel like every year Thanksgiving creeps up out of nowhere. But this year it definitely feels MUCH quicker. Thanksgiving is definitely a little earlier this year than normal making the year feel like it flew by even more so. With next week being the big Turkey Day, I wanted to share the easiest spread to recreate for your Thanksgiving table. I've got lots of Thanksgiving (and Christmas!) recipes and ideas coming your way this week and throughout the season. I'll be sharing our family stuffing recipe, a fun spin on sweet potatoes and the prettiest cranberry dessert. To make sure you don't miss a thing, you'll want to sign up for my newsletter here. You'll get an email with new posts straight to your inbox!
I wanted to kick it all off with my 5 easy tips on creating the perfect Thanksgiving buffet. From prep week, to menu planning, I know you've got this, friends! I teamed up with the incredible Jaime<|fim_middle|> overwhelming taking on all the tasks by yourself!
Even just a little help with dessert or drinks can make all the difference. One less thing on your to do list!
This looks amazing!! Both the food and the decor are just perfect!
This looks AMAZING!! Seriously, goals. I am so awful when it comes to Thanksgiving and I totally got that from my mom who refused to cook or decorate! I need to change that!
Well we can change that! I've never really done it before besides a few Friendsgivings so it's good practice!
All of the details are beautiful and I love the center pieces!
The flowers were beautiful. ATL Petal Peddler did a great job!
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Oh this looks like a great spread! My mouth is watering, YUM. I also don't ask for help, I've learned that it makes my life easier when I do.
My mom sounds just like yours! She is so good at prepping ahead of time. Your spread looks absolutely delicious! | Roberts to help me create this gorgeous table and buffet. I was in charge of the food, and she was in charge of the decor. Honestly, I still can't believe how easy it was for her to transform my space. You can see the before of this buffet area here. It's where I hang my hats, and keep a few plants, books and photos. We took it all down to transform the area for the holidays and the before and after is insane!
All it took was swapping out the hats for a stunning starburst mirror (this one is almost identical and just a bit over $100) then draped in the most gorgeous garland that Jaime made. Okay, so it wasn't THAT easy. The garland takes some time, but it's actually fairly simple. A really great DIY that we'll be sharing soon. Personally, I love that she went off-centered with it. It's a bit more of a modern, cool twist to keeping everything centered and equal. Throughout the buffet, we added a few orange pomanders, and mini Christmas trees to add some texture and round it all out. With some pretty dishes, florals and a few more sprigs of greenery, the buffet was complete.
I'll be sharing all the details on the DIY garland, orange pomanders and this table setting soon, but first, let's chat prepping and executing for your big Thanksgiving buffet next week.
Since Thanksgiving is next week, you should begin prepping now. Figure out how much food you'll need, which dishes you want to make and what platters you'll be putting them on. By making a big list of the ingredients you need, what needs to be made when and where dishes need to go, you'll be able to more easily visualize your Thanksgiving Day. It'll feel SO much less overwhelming.
TIP : Set up your buffet ahead of time and place post it notes on the platters for where everything is going. This way you can visualize the space and see if you have too much, too little or need to utilize another area of your kitchen or table to serve. It will also allow you to decorate your space ahead of time without taking up your valuable space for dishes!
I really don't think you have to fuss a ton for Thanksgiving. I know we all want to and go above and beyond. But you really don't HAVE to. Having a few standout dishes that are simple will make life so much easier. For today's menu, we did roasted sweet potatoes with maple and walnut syrup. Simple sauteed green beans topped with lemon and parmesan cheese. And my Mom's classic stuffing with Italian sausage. A few other simple dishes you can add are obviously my warm autumn salad, macaroni and cheese and mashed potatoes which are always easy to whip up.
My mom is the absolute queen of this. I remember leading up to holidays that there was always a ton of stuff in our fridge and it was always off limits. She was always super prepared and had a giant list of things to do which made it all so much easier. The great news is that a lot of these recipes can be made ahead of time. The cranberry trifle is easy to make a day or two in advance and just assemble the night before. Sweet potatoes can be prepped and ready to bake before T-Day. Stuffing is easily made a couple days before and popped into the oven to cook through.
I personally never eat the turkey on Thanksgiving (except for picking pieces off of it while my grandfather carves it, it's tradition) and prefer a ham. Honey Baked Ham is one of my favorite things to enjoy around the holidays and it's an easy thing to add to your spread. They also have turkey breasts that you can buy which are TO DIE FOR. If you're not one to roast a turkey, I highly recommend trying this option. Plus, Honey Baked Ham makes for the best eggs and ham the next morning.
I'm guilty of NOT asking for help. But sometimes you just need to. I'm not great at decorating and putting together a tablescape. I never do it so I'm not good at it. Plus, with all the other cooking and baking I had to do, who has time for that!? I enlisted the help of Jaime of Jaime Roberts Designs to help style this space and make it feel festive. With a few easy DIY's like this garland and beautiful table settings (coming soon to the blog this week!), she transformed my space for the holidays.
Okay, so we don't ALL have design friends to lean on for the holidays. But the same goes for anything else on your massive to-do list. Guests always (or at least hopefully) ask if they can bring anything. Don't be shy to specify! Need more alcohol for your party? Tell friends to bring over wine, not dessert. Not much of a baker? Ask friends to bring their favorite sweet treat over to share with friends for an epic dessert spread. Everyone ALWAYS asks what to bring, so when they do, recommend something that will benefit your menu instead of work against it.
Stay tuned this week for more recipes, ideas and tips!
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Looks gorgeous, although I'm slightly pissed I wasn't invited over to enjoy the food post-shoot!
Looks absolutely amazing and everything looks so yummy! Also, that garland really is to die for!
The diy for it is so easy. Coming next week!!
Your feast looks delicious and I love how easy you've made it!
Thanksgiving goals! These are awesome tips babe and I am loving your setup. Totally agree with asking for help, it can be so | 1,170 |
Going on Vacation? Here Are 7 Home Security Tips!
Did you know that there were 1.19 million property crimes reported in Canada in 2017?
With burglars always looking for their next target, it can be worrying to know how to keep your home secure.
When you're at home, there are several ways to "secure the fort" and stop thieves<|fim_middle|> vigilant of suspicious activity in the community. It'll also give you peace of mind when your home is unoccupied. Give a trusted neighbor your spare key instead of leaving it under the mat in case of emergencies.
Arrange a trusted neighbor or friend who lives close by to help you keep up that "lived in" look. As mentioned, they could collect your mail, delivered packages, and pick up empty trash cans.
If you're heading on a winter getaway, ask your neighbor to create footprints or tire tracks in the snow. If your heading on an extended summer vacation you could pay someone to keep the front yard tidy. This will give opportunists the illusion that someone is home.
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Don't panic, we've done the research for you. Check out these home security tips you should follow this year.
You may wonder how to stop burglars from targeting your home when you're taking a trip. The key is to eliminate opportunity. If your home doesn't come across as a soft target, the burglar will move on to something easier.
Read these 5 simple tips on how to secure your home and stop thieves from making YOU the next victim.
To have real peace of mind on your vacation (and at all times) you need to have the right security measures in place.
Having security cameras, security alarms and motion detector lighting are effective ways to stop a break in. In fact, homes that don't have a security system are 300% more likely to become a target.
To make sure the burglar gets the picture, make sure your security system is apparent. For example, put up yard signs and security stickers to warn them of the security system. This will make them think twice before trying to break in unnoticed.
If you secure your home so that it's too hard to break in, a thief may give up and move on. So be sure to reinforce your windows and doors. You can even deck your windows with alarm sensors.
You can also buy iron bars to make your windows and patio doors burglar resistant. An iron bar might not sound pretty. But there are companies who specialize in artistic looking bars that can match your decor.
Your fingers may be itching to update your social media accounts about your upcoming trip. But try to resist the urge! The more people who know that your house will be empty, the more of a risk it poses.
Broadcasting your vacay updates is the equivalent to inviting potential burglars to your home. Stop thieves from knowing your schedule. Try to share your experience on social media AFTER your trip!
The same applies to your landline phone. Don't leave a message to say that you're out of town. Your goal should be to leave a false impression that someone is home.
The best tip in how to stop burglars from targeting your home is to make it look like someone is home. Ask a trusted neighbor to pick up your mail, or ask the post office to hold your mail until you come back. This will stop thieves from seeing a huge pile of mail and realizing the home is currently unoccupied.
Timers are key to keeping your home safe from prowlers and burglars. Put timers on lights, TV's and radios to give the impression someone is home. A well-lit, noisy home will put them off.
Another essential tip is to block the view of your valuables by using blinds or curtains. For example, if your living room TV is visible from the street, make sure to close the blinds. Or if your kitchen is full of fancy appliances, make sure they aren't visible from anyone prowling in your garden in the night.
But if you close ALL the curtains and blinds in your home, it will look suspicious. Keep a few open, and a few closed to make it look like someone is still around.
Burglars love areas where the neighbors keep to themselves. But they hate neighborhoods that look out for each other. The best way to keep your eye on things is to have a "neighborhood watch" scheme.
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For my baccalaureate party, my best friend V. took me to this amazing spa resort, called Sikion Coast Hotel and Resort. It is located at Peloponnese, near Xylocastro. We had an amazing time! One thing that really impressed us was the main building, which -we later found out that it- was the house of Angelos Sikelianos, a famous Greek poet.
Angelos Sikelianos (28 March 1884-19 June 1951) (Greek: Άγγελος Σικελιανός) was a modern Greek poet and playwright. One of Greece's most important 20th-century lyric poets, he emphasized national history, religious symbolism, and universal harmony in poems such as The Light-Shadowed, Prologue to Life, Mother of God, and Delphic Utterance. His plays include Sibylla, Daedalus in Crete, Christ in Rome, The Death of Digenis, and Asklepius. He was the first of the twentieth century Greek poets to be nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature.
Sikelianos was born in Lefkada where he spent his childhood. In 1900 he entered the Law School of Athens but did not graduate. The next years he traveled extensively and devoted himself to poetry. In 1907, he married American born Eva Palmer, who was at the time an archaeology student in Paris. They married in America and moved to Athens in 1908. During that period, Sikelianos came in contact with Greek intellectuals, and in 1909 he published his first collection of poems, Alafroískïotos (The Light-Shadowed), which had an immediate impact and was recognized by critics as an important poetic work.
He also befriended fellow writer Nikos Kazantzakis, and in 1914 they<|fim_middle|> the poet Kostis Palamas. It was he who composed the letter which was spearheaded by Archbishop Damaskinos to save the lives of Greek Jews by appealing directly to the Germans. The letter was signed by many prominent Greek citizens in defense of the Jews who were being persecuted. There is no similar document of protest against the Nazis during World War II that has come to light in any other European country.
In 1949, he was a Nobel Prize for Literature candidate. He died accidentally and tragically in Athens after inadvertently drinking Lysol after having requested Nujol (a medicine) in 1951. He lingered for five days and died on June 19 of the same year. Sikelianos had his cottage at Salamis Island across the Faneromeni Monastery. [wikipedia]
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I' m back!! | spent forty days on Mount Athos, visiting most of the monasteries there and living the life of ascetics. The following year they embarked on a pilgrimage through Greece. The two writers were kindred spirits, but also very different in their respective views on life. Sikelianos was a man of the world, full of optimism, and with a steadfast faith in his abilities as a writer. Kazantzakis was the taciturn and reclusive counterpart who was doubt-ridden, and had, as he himself admitted, a tendency to focus on the skull behind the face. Together, however, they shared the mutual concern of attempting to refine and elevate the human spirit through artistic pursuits.
In May 1927, with the support of his wife, Sikelianos held the Delphic Festival as part of his general effort towards the revival of the "Delphic Idea". Sikelianos believed that the principles which had shaped the classic civilisation, if reexamined, could offer spiritual independence and serve as a means of communication among people.
The event consisted of Olympic contests, a concert of Byzantine music, an exhibition of folk art as well as a performance of Prometheus Bound. It became very successful and despite lack of state assistance, it was repeated the following year. The revival was then permanently abandoned due to the excessive costs of organizing it. In honor of the memory of Angelos and Eva Sikelianos, the European Cultural Centre of Delphi bought and restored their house in Delphi, which is today the Museum of Delphic Festivals.
Eva Palmer left for the United States, and Sikelianos married Anna Karamani.
During the German occupation, he became a source of inspiration to the Greek people, especially through his speech and poem that he recited at the funeral of | 371 |
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Madison-based Fujifilm Cellular Dynamics Inc. announced today it plans to build a $21 million stem cell manufacturing plant in Madison.
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Millennium mathematics project (University of Cambridge). 'Maths and Sport: Countdown to the Games' is an exciting initiative originally developed to celebrate the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. It contains free online mathematical resources exploring maths and science through sport, and through the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Resources include activities designed to develop problem-solving and mathematical reasoning skills for students aged 5 to 18 (UK Key Stages 1 to 5). The site includes a number of video maths challenges, produced with input from us by the BBC Two Learning Zone. There's also a small collection of activities on Maths and football in collaboration with Arsenal in the Community. | academic, social and sporting outcomes for schools and their students by using sport as a context for learning and student engagement.
Sport has generally been promoted for its positive impact on young people's physical health. An increasing body of international evidence suggests that increased participation in sport and physical activity can also lead to improved academic and social outcomes, benefiting students, schools and communities.
The 3-year (2012-2015) Sport in Education (SiE) project, being delivered in 8 schools, aims to develop, trial and evaluate approaches to improve these academic and social outcomes that will also be made available to all schools.
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incorporating the values and characteristics of sport into the school environment, for example, teamwork, rules, respect and leadership.
enhancing links to the wider school community, including families, to improve facility utilisation and access, and establish school-community/club/RST partnerships and sports councils.
The participating schools are also helping to develop the approach, resources and practices.
Principal and senior management team leadership, support and advocacy - including being proactive in driving enablers like timetable structures, budget, planning and preparation opportunities, professional learning and network opportunities.
A quality, dedicated in-school SiE leader - including an ability to connect with primary school principals and the wider sporting community.
Time to plan and prepare – including time for cross-curricular planning.
Motivated, valued, passionate teachers – including an ability to understand and apply a range of effective pedagogies.
Build buy-in from other staff as well as the school community (students, board of trustees, contributing primary schools) – including the use of the student voice to leverage the SiE concept.
SiE is a part of school strategic and annual plans – including SiE being woven into other school programmes, strategies and interventions.
Expert support through project design and leadership – including the provision of quality professional development and networking opportunities.
For more information about the SiE project contact the Project Manager, Garry Carnachan, at sportineducation@sportnz.org.nz or phone 027 563 8000.
Celia Fleck, a teacher from Aotea College shares her Sport in Education experience. Their aim was to improve engagement and achievement for Year 11 Maori and Pasifika students using the Sport in Education.
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John Cena joins 'Transformers' franchise in action-filled 'Bumblebee'
LOS ANGELES -- "Bumblebee" tells the story of two very different "beings" who find each other at the time when each is in desperate need of a friend.
The teenage girl, played by Hailee Steinfeld, and the robot from outer space she nicknames "Bumblebee" are both simply misunderstood.
John Cena plays a high ranking military officer who will stop at nothing to bring Bumblebee under his control.
"It's a great set of circumstances where these two personalities<|fim_middle|> back to like 'E.T.' It's the same sort of concept about those misunderstood, who crave friendship and a shoulder to lean on."
This is the sixth live action movie in the "Transformers" franchise, and Cena is confident the film offers something for everyone.
"I don't think it trashes the installments before it - it pays wonderful homage. There's enough 'Transformers' for die-hard fans to be satisfied, but enough for an average moviegoer to sit down and be entertained by a great movie," he said.
In a few scenes, Cena's character has the full force of the military backing him up. To make sure the scenes rang true, they hired the real deal as extras.
"Behind us, starting in the rank and file, are all veterans," Cena said. "And it was great to have them on set, to talk to them, and listen to how they're pursuing their dreams, talk about where they've been, where they are, where they want to go. Normally around a movie when they're setting up shots, it's a lot of time. It never felt arduous, it was always really cool information."
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Conflict with others is a part of life. How can we make these moments of personal growth and empowerment? For me Being in the Now is a state of being and choosing over and over to come back to the present moment without judgement. When faced with conflict with others, this can be most difficult. My mind wants to assess, judge and make sense of something that really doesn't need to be put in a category or be figured out. I learned that trying to figure things out in the moment of conflict is just my ego trying to take control in order to keep me safe. So what is my highest purpose in these moments? I think it changes according to the situation but my first response is to observe. I observe within myself what I<|fim_middle|> others to do that for themselves. It does not work everytime, but I notice most always a conflict dissolves on its own just by not playing out an energy exchange in lower frequencies. This will be my practice as I move through times of turmoil. I will continue to CHOOSE consciousness! | am feeling and what thoughts are coming up. Am I in fear, rejection, needing to be in control? What outcome am I looking for and is it in line with the universal flow? Most often the conflict is a reflection of an energy I am holding. Urrrrrrrr. I don't start blaming myself or the situation, instead it's just an opportunity to challenge myself to reprogram to a higher level or Frequency. How I respond is the first step of reprograming. In this choice I overcome the reptile part of the mind that wants to react (fight or flight response). Overcoming the chemicals flooding my body telling me I should attack or retreat, I choose something different. This is the observation and the purpose of it is to move myself from the reaction to the conscious part of my brain… I am calming down and start seeing different perspectives of the situation. This gives me multiple choices to pick from in how to move forward. It doesn't really matter in this moment how the situation plays out, because in that moment I have taken responsibility for myself and held my power. By doing this the others response just flows right through me. There is no resistance because I allow the other to have their own experience without having to be responsible for it. Even more importantly I let go of the need for one of us to be right and the other wrong. We both can experience the same situation from our own reality. The thing I have learned by taking responsibility for my self through choice is compassion and the ability to hold space for | 310 |
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Living at the Continental: it's like a hotel, for better or worse (and yes, breakfast is included)
May 29, 2014 - 8:59am
By Polly Mosendz
Each week, our intrepid Perk Check correspondent Polly Mosendz surveys those who live in New York's most amenity-laden buildings to find out which extras are actually useful and which ones barely get a try.
The building: The Continental, a rental at 885 Sixth Avenue at West 32nd Street
What you'll pay: Rentals available now start at $3,225 a month for a studio, while two-bedrooms start at $8,200 per month. The building rents many of their units directly, so you can score them without broker's fees.
Amenities: Lounge, doorman, concierge, game room, pool hall, private event space, private dining area, fireplace in the lounge, terrace, health club, spa, indoor pool, sun terrace, yoga studio, free continental breakfast served in the lounge seven days a week.
Which amenities do you swear by?
Amanda: Breakfast! It's easily the best thing they do.
Mark: Same here. That and the pool, terrace and yoga studio. Lots of people here use the fitness studios, they're usually busy.
Ressie: It's basically like living in a hotel, so I use the same things I use when I go out of town—a fancier lobby, nice staff, someone to carry my bag if I need it, and the gym.
Ley: I'm an amenities slacker. I haven't checked anything out. I guess the doorman. But I like opening my own door too.
Rachel: I've given everything a shot, I use the concierge and gym most often.
Which do you rarely use?
Amanda: I don't go into the game room.
Mark: I don't really like the terrace.
Ressie: I've never used the event space, wasn't familiar with that.
Ley: I guess all of them. I'm not opposed to trying them, I just don't really care. My apartment is nice enough on the inside that all the outside amenities don't phase me.
Rachel: I've never eaten the breakfast. Reminds me of family vacations and stale muffins.
Anything surprise you?
Amanda: I was surprised by the doormen, they really go out of their way to know everyone.
Mark: Usually the building staff don't really care, but everyone here is awesome.
Ressie: Seriously, its hotel-style treatment. Every time the staff opens their mouths, it's delightful. It's like they're worried they'll never see you again, so they're super kind, then they're ten times as excited to see you the next time you're back. We must have the best tipped staff in the city because they are that great to us.
Rachel: The views are shocking amazing. It's not an amenity in the traditional sense but if you are willing to pony up for a higher floor, it's certainly worth it to have the best luxury right from inside your home. [Ed's note: A one-bedroom on the 10th floor was asking $4,000 a month earlier in May, while a one-bedroom on the 20th floor was asking $4,675 a month a few weeks ago, according to StreetEasy.]
Did you move here for the amenities?
Amanda: They really helped. I wanted somewhere that seemed glamorous. This place definitely does.
Mark: I needed somewhere by the PATH train, and this is one of the few buildings around here that isn't gross. So I guess they did draw me in, in that they make the building nice.
Ressie: Definitely, I even compromised on location to live here. I gave up having nearby grocery stores and no awesome restaurants but I got a kick-ass building.
Ley: The amenities inside my apartment did--things like the fancy, sleek kitchen and the modern design, but not the gym, pool, things like that.
Rachel: I think they helped but weren't the only factor.
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Fine Art Photo Book Printing: A Look at the Most Innovative Fine Art Photo Books
Fine art photography has a<|fim_middle|> | rich history, and the medium has evolved significantly over the years. One of the most exciting developments in recent years has been the rise of the fine art photo book. These books offer a new way for photographers to showcase their work and for collectors to experience it.
In the world of fine art photo book printing, there are many innovative and exciting examples to be found. Here are a few of the most notable:
"The New York Times Magazine Photographs" by Kathy Ryan: This book showcases the work of the acclaimed photography director of The New York Times Magazine. It includes a selection of her most iconic images, as well as behind-the-scenes stories and insights into her creative process.
"The Americans" by Robert Frank: This book is a classic of fine art photography, first published in 1958. It offers a powerful and intimate look at American society in the 1950s, and its influence on the medium is still felt today.
"The Last Day of Summer" by Michael Christopher Brown: This book is a powerful visual exploration of the 2011 Libyan Revolution. Brown's photographs capture the raw emotion and humanity of the conflict, and the book's design and layout enhance the impact of the images.
"The Last Rolls" by Mark Steinmetz: This book is a collection of photographs taken on the last rolls of film Steinmetz shot before switching to digital photography. The book is a beautiful and nostalgic look at the medium of film and the passing of time.
"I am Not a Photographer" by Daido Moriyama: This book is a visual diary of Moriyama's travels and experiences. It features a wide range of photographs, from snapshots to carefully composed images, and the design and layout of the book adds to the sense of spontaneity and immediacy.
These are just a few examples of the many innovative and exciting fine art photo books that are being created today. These books demonstrate how the medium of the photo book can be used to tell powerful stories and create new ways for audiences to experience and engage with fine art photography.
Fine art photo books are not only a great way for photographers to present their work but also for art lovers and collectors to own and cherish a piece of art in physical form. The quality and craftsmanship of the printing process is vital to produce a book that can stand the test of time and truly showcase the photographer's work. It is important to work with professional printers that specialize in fine art printing, to ensure that the final product meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
Overall, fine art photo books are a vital and exciting part of the fine art photography landscape, offering new opportunities for photographers to showcase their work and for audiences to experience it in new and meaningful ways. | 551 |
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ACCOM<|fim_middle|> in the electrically operated side doors that give easy and immediate access to the bows directly from the steering area. The greatest attention has been paid to the saloon area, which merges into the cockpit, creating a single area devoted to entertainment. The undisputed star here is the Home Theater system, which includes a large-format screen. Light is a key aspect of this area: the retractable roof of the saloon and the second Hard Top above the cockpit can be opened to bath the area in light and give a great sense of spaciousness.The bow area is devoted to relaxation, with adjustable backrests on a U-shaped sofa. It blends into the sun pad, creating a generously sized area for sunbathing or enjoying an aperitif from the incorporated refrigerator. | ODATIONS With 3 cabins, the owner's and the VIP one are true masterpieces – lounges with sweeping windows creating subtle plays of light. Also the other interior spaces reveal a sophisticated focus on interior design: a skilful mix of the finest woods, varnishes, steel and glass will bring to life perfect settings for all moments of life on board. The exterior is also a perfect blend of functionality and sheer beauty, with solutions that make for seamless communication between the various areas: this can be seen in the dual passageway in the bridge area and | 114 |
New method for studying the interaction between light and matter
by RIKEN
Figure 1: Intense attosecond optical pulses provide a potent tool for studying how light interacts with solids, liquids and gases. Credit: VikaSuh/iStock/Thinkstock
Pulses of light are very useful for probing the inner workings of atoms, molecules and solids. Eiji Takahashi and co‐workers from the RIKEN Center for Advanced Photonics, in collaboration with the Center for Free-Electron Laser Science in Germany, have now created a table-top light source that can generate attosecond optical pulses without the complicated level of stabilization required by alternative approaches.
The light source is produced by firing two high-power infrared laser pulses of about 30 femtoseconds—just billionths of a microsecond—in duration into a chamber filled with xenon gas. The mixed infrared light, called a two-color waveform, interacts with the xenon atoms, temporarily releasing electrons. When the electrons return to their host atoms, they produce an isolated extreme-ultraviolet (XUV) pulse (Fig. 1) through a process known as high-harmonic generation. The resultant pulses last just 500 attoseconds, some 60 times shorter than the input pulses. Furthermore, the central wavelength of the pulse is 40 nanometers and its peak energy is 1.3 millijoules—more than a hundred times greater than the energy achieved by previous approaches.
Takahashi's team demonstrated the utility of their light source by applying it to an analytical tool called pump–probe spectroscopy. In this powerful technique, a laser pulse—the pump—strikes an atom and excites its electrons. A second pulse then probes the state of the target at a later time. A full time-dependent picture of the atom and its electron's reaction to the high-power laser light can then be constructed by varying the delay between the pump and probe pulses. The attosecond light pulses created by Takahashi and his team increase the temporal resolution of pump–probe spectroscopy to a level that enables<|fim_middle|> door to investigating more complex effects in the nonlinear regime. "We also hope that it will be possible to extend our scheme to even shorter wavelengths, taking the light source into the soft x-ray region," says Takahashi.
Measuring the duration of energetic electron pulses using laser fields
More information: Takahashi, E. J., Lan, P., Mücke, O. D., Nabekawa, Y. & Midorikawa, K. Attosecond nonlinear optics using gigawatt-scale isolated attosecond pulses. Nature Communications 4, 2691 (2013). dx.doi.org/10.1038/ncomms3691
Journal information: Nature Communications
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Citation: New method for studying the interaction between light and matter (2013, December 13) retrieved 21 January 2020 from https://phys.org/news/2013-12-method-interaction.html
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The real strength of their novel light source, however, is the increase in peak pulse power. The strength of the interaction between light and matter usually scales linearly with the power of the laser light. The pulses of XUV light created by Takahashi and his team should open the | 111 |
Welcome to Reception/Year 1! This term our topic is 'A whole new world'.
We love exploring<|fim_middle|> if required and ensure all clothing is named.
For further information please don't hesitate to ask or alternatively see our class handbook which can be found here.
Mr Key, Mrs Freeman and Miss Sweeting. | new places and this term our learning will include investigating everywhere from our new classroom all the way to the bottom of the sea and even on the moon! We can't wait to go on this journey with you all!
PE will take place on a Wednesday afternoon. Please can all pupils bring a PE kit to keep on their peg which will be sent home after use (t shirt, shorts, suitable footwear).
Forest schools will take place on a Tuesday afternoon with Mrs Baker. We recommend that children bring a coat and a pair of wellies so that they can explore whatever the weather!
To assist with our adventures please can all children be sent to school with a set of old clothes to change into | 138 |
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Meniscal Injuries
Anatomy of the Knee Joint
The knee is one of the most complex and largest joints in the body and is very susceptible to injury. The meniscus is a small, C-shaped piece of cartilage in the knee. Each knee consists of two menisci, medial meniscus on the inner aspect of the knee and the lateral meniscus on the outer aspect of the knee. The medial and lateral menisci act as a cushion between the thighbone (femur) and shinbone (tibia).
Meniscal tears are among the commonest injuries to the knee joint. It can occur at any age but are more common in athletes involved in contact sports. The meniscus has no direct blood supply and for that reason, when there is an injury to the meniscus, healing is difficult.
Causes of Meniscal Injuries
Meniscal tears often occur during sports. These tears are usually caused by twisting motion or over-flexing of the knee joint. Sports such as football, tennis, and basketball involve a high risk of developing meniscal tears. They often occur along with injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament, a ligament that crosses from the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone).
Symptoms of Meniscal Injuries
Meniscal tears can be characterized into longitudinal, bucket handle, flap, parrot -beak and mixed or complex tears.
The symptoms of a meniscal tear include:
Knee pain when walking<|fim_middle|> an important test for diagnosing meniscal tears. During this test, your doctor will bend the knee, then straighten and rotate it in and out. This creates pressure on the torn meniscus. Pain or a click during this test may suggest a meniscal tear.
In addition, your doctor may order imaging tests such as X-ray and MRI to help confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment of Meniscal Injuries
The treatment depends on the pattern and location of the tear. If the meniscal tear is not severe, your child's doctor may begin with non-surgical treatments that may include:
Rest: Avoid activities that may cause injury. You may need to temporarily use crutches to limit weight-bearing.
Ice: Ice application to reduce swelling
Pain medications: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to help reduce swelling and pain
Physical therapy: Physical therapy for muscle and joint strengthening
If the symptoms persist and conservative treatment fails, you may need surgery to repair the torn meniscus.
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A popping or clicking that may be felt at the time of injury
Tenderness when pressing on the meniscus
Swelling of the knee
Limited motion of the knee joint
Joint locking, if the torn cartilage gets caught between the femur and tibia, preventing straightening of the knee.
Diagnosis of Meniscal Injuries
A thorough medical history and a physical examination can help diagnose meniscal injuries.
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Our Birthright Plant Sales<|fim_middle|> cake, juice, violin serenades, and visiting on the grassy slopes surrounding Fisherman's Wharf Park.
If you would like to donate to this year's Strollerthon, it's not too late. Please speak to our walkers or their representatives at the churches listed below. | benefit the work of Birthright Victoria, offering caring support to women facing unplanned pregnancy.
Ardent gardeners and Birthright Victoria supporters look forward to these sales all year round for their great selection of vigorous plants, knowledgeable help, and wonderful prices. Not to mention that your purchases help to support women struggling with unexpected pregnancy issues. That makes attending one of our Birthright Plant Sales a win/win opportunity!
This year, we're showcasing deer resistant plants at all three of our May Plant Sales. We'll be in Langford on May 4 and in Sidney and Oak Bay on May 11.
May 4 9 AM – 1 PM: Plant Sale at Our Lady of the Rosary 798 Goldstream, Langford. The first of our May Plant Sales! Keep an eye on our selection of flowering shrubs. They go fast! Browse our perennials, herbs, ground-covers, and veggies while you're at it. And don't forget to look over our wall of plant pictures to whet your appetite. You'll also find a large list of deer resistant plants (our 2019 feature) plus lists for drought, shade loving, and shade tolerant plants. Plant donations gratefully accepted Friday, May 3, from 3 – 5 PM.
May 11 8 AM – 1 PM: Plant Sale at St. Elizabeth's Church 10030 3rd Ave, Sidney. In conjunction with the local Knights of Columbus Garage Sale. Each plant sale has a different flavour and somewhat different plants due to local plant donations. This plant sale always comes up winners with some unusual plant contributions! Expect the same picture boards and plant lists as at the Langford sale, weather permitting. This one's an outside sale, so wild weather can make for hairy reading! A great selection of flowering shrubs, ground-covers, bulbs, herbs, and perennials! Plant donations gratefully accepted Friday, May 10, from 3 – 6 PM.
May 11 9 AM – 1 PM: Plant Sale at St. Patrick's Church 2060 Haultain Ave, Oak Bay. Flowering shrubs, ground covers, perennials, herbs, and veggies. Helpful volunteers to walk you through the plants and make suggestions to suit your gardening needs. Picture boards and lists for deer resistant plants, drought, shade lovers and shade tolerants. And great prices! This sale has everything you need for starting a new garden or filling out an established one. Plant donations gratefully accepted Friday, May 10, from 3 – 5 PM.
A BIG THANK YOU to all of our Birthright supporters in Victoria! We're ending this year's Birthright Fudge season with a bang: sold out fudge at our last sale at Holy Cross this past weekend, and a new, very high record for parish sales. For all who supported the pro-life mission of Birthright Victoria by packing fudge, selling fudge, or buying fudge, we greatly appreciate your support.
The Birthright Fudge season is now officially over, but you're not too late to get Fudge if you act quickly! I'm baking this week to fill one last order, so you also have one last chance to order Birthright fudge. Contact Peggy ASAP (see poster) if you want to order additional fudge. We're hoping to set a new record for Fudge fund-raising this year!
Once again, thank you to all of our Birthright supporters for another successful Birthright Fudge season!
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Birthright Fudge is Now Available!
It's November and that means another reason to celebrate: the arrival of Birthright Fudge in Victoria! Our volunteers will be selling home-made Fudge as well as Chocolate Apricots and Caramel Corn at area churches from now through the second week of December. We'll be at most of the Catholic Churches from Sooke to Cobble Hill. You can also order Birthright Fudge directly by phone (250.478.5372) or email. All of our Fudges are Chocolate and conveniently packaged to slip into a stocking or bring along as a hostess gift during your Christmas visiting. With names like Macadamia Madness, Black Forest, and Midnight Mint, how can you resist?
Please scroll down to see more information about where our Birthright volunteers will be this Fudge-selling season.
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It was a challenging year for our Birthright Strollerthon 2018, with walkers experiencing illness, a death in the family, conflicting dates etc, but in the end the walk came together and we had another successful Birthright Strollerthon. Thank you to all of our walkers, both those who were able to participate this year and those who were not.
Some pictures below from the Birthright Strollerthon 2018. Despite Victoria's recent spell of hot weather, Saturday morning near the water dawned cool and breezy. Just right for a stroll through James Bay in support of Birthright Victoria and our mission of support to women experiencing unplanned pregnancy. After the walk, we had an impromptu picnic complete with | 1,102 |
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The joy of watching Boston closer Koji Uehara (and, if we're being honest, these Detroit pitchers, too)
by Charles P. Pierce on October 16, 2013
When Koji Uehara came on in the eighth inning Tuesday, after teammate Junichi Tazawa had struck out Miguel Cabrera with two men on, the Boston Red Sox were clinging to a 1-0 lead over the Detroit Tigers in what was undoubtedly the single biggest at-bat of Game 3 in this year's American League Championship Series. Uehara struck out Prince Fielder on three pitches, the last of them a splitter that was a singular bastard of a pitch. Fielder looked like he was trying to kill an invisible snake. In the ninth, Uehara, who had thrown 12 straight strikes over the past two games, gave up a single to Victor Martinez. But a splitter got Jhonny Peralta to bounce into a double play — and what Uehara did to Alex Avila was simply not fair.
Fastball tight inside for ball one.
Nasty splitter for strike one, swinging.
A fastball right down the middle for strike two.
A splitter for 2-2.
A fastball fouled off.
Another fastball outside for 3-2.
And then a truly filthy splitter that dropped like a generation of British heavyweights, fast and heavy, at which Avila waved hopelessly.
I jumped from my couch, and by the time I was seated again Uehara had leaped into the arms of David Ortiz, who was carrying the closer as though he were taking him upstairs to put him to bed for the night. It was impossible not to smile. This unprepossessing 38-year-old from Osaka prefecture has become as tough and as solid as a chunk of granite, as cold-eyed as Mariano Rivera ever was, at least at the moment. He gave up a walk-off home run in the third game of the American League Division Series against Tampa, and it has not affected him in the least. You see no emotion until that splitter dives again and the last batter strikes out, and then he bounces from one teammate to another like a smiling spaldeen until Ortiz catches him and bears him away.
And consider that, two years ago, miserable human rain cloud Josh Beckett was haunting the clubhouse like the Bad Fairy and harshing mellows from here to Pluto. I am still Catholic enough to believe in the necessity of the occasional exorcism. Koji Uehara is what you get when all the levitation is over and the devil runs out of pea soup to spew.
I have not enjoyed the performance of a single Boston Red Sock as much as I am enjoying that of Uehara since the bluenoses in management and the various Mother Superiors in the press corps ran Manny Ramirez out of town. I am, I confess, positively giddy to watch him pitch — the brisk, no-nonsense approach, the way he knows just when (and where) to throw what is not a particularly swift fastball, and especially that wicked splitter, which suddenly moved into Bruce Sutter territory late in the year. This is a not-inconsiderable feat on his part, since the 2013 Red Sox have decided that they would win largely through starting pitching and eccentricity, expressed primarily through luxuriant beards that make the dugout look like the final scene in Witness, when the little kid starts ringing the bell and the whole town comes out.
(As someone with facial foliage myself, I, of course, applauded this development. No damn goatees. No Don Johnson filigree. Real damn beards. Civil War photo beards. Ten Commandments beards. However, apparently, the latest thing among the Red Sox is to rub your bat on a teammate's beard for luck. I believe, as Bill Murray says in Tootsie, that we're getting into a weird area here.)
Nevertheless, it is the clean-shaven Uehara who makes my lights shine. He didn't start the year as the Red Sox closer. The team ran through Joel Hanrahan and Andrew Bailey before settling on Uehara, who had had a good, if obscure, career as a setup man in Texas and Baltimore. Uehara's first game as a closer was June 21, ironically enough in Detroit, a day after Bailey's time in that slot ended with a Jhonny Peralta bomb the night before. His breakout period came in a one-month stretch between August and September, when Uehara set down 37 batters in a row, missing by only four hitters the major league record for relief pitchers. When Danny Valencia hit a home run off him on September 17, it was the first earned run Uehara had surrendered since the end of June. Right now, he is the best pitcher in this series, and that is really saying something.
If Boston advances, which is far from a sure thing because this ALCS is shaping up to be an epic, historians are going to look back on what the Detroit Tigers have wrought and drink themselves senseless. You have to go back to the Dodgers of the mid-1960s to see a set of starting pitchers as hilariously dominant as the Detroit starters have been. Anibal Sanchez, Max Scherzer, and, on Tuesday, Justin Verlander have been ludicrous. Verlander went eight innings and struck out 10 on Tuesday, surrendering the home run to Mike Napoli that was the only run of the game. Sanchez won a 1-0 game to start the series. Scherzer left with a 5-1 lead on Sunday night, before the opera opened in the late innings. Napoli hit Verlander's only mistake out of the park. (Meanwhile, Detroit has failed to score in four of Verlander's last<|fim_middle|>28, 2015
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The whole series, which continues tonight in Detroit, has been upside down and backward, permanently inverted by Ortiz's out-of-nowhere grand slam in Game 2, which broke the stillness of the Boston offense. The Red Sox starters have been fine themselves, leaving aside manager John Farrell's decision to leave Clay Buchholz in two batters too long on Sunday night. John Lackey, redeemed thoroughly from his days as Beckett's beer buddy, dueled Verlander to a standstill Tuesday and got a little hot at Farrell for lifting him for Craig Breslow. I suspect that the games will remain close-run things — though I can't imagine there won't be at least one more 6-5 job in there before it's through — which means that Uehara's dependability is likely to be the central pivot to whatever happens. This will make me a happy person because there is so little left in sports that surprises me anymore, and the rise of Koji Uehara is the best surprise I've had in years. It has given me a reason to jump off the couch as this most improbable of seasons improbably extends itself.
This article has been updated to correct the score of Game 2 of the ALCS when Max Scherzer was taken out.
Filed Under: Boston Red Sox, Teams
Charles P. Pierce is a staff writer for Grantland and the author of Idiot America. He writes regularly for Esquire, is the lead writer for Esquire.com's Politics blog, and is a frequent guest on NPR.
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The Horizon conference was very good. The venue and speakers were outstanding and the agenda was very, very good. I personally learned a great deal from my attendance where and made many connections and networking relationships from which I expect to benefit in the future.
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Very well organized event! I am very surprised and pleased to see so many industry leaders here and I am just enjoying the intellectual capital sharing.
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The whole look and feel says in simple terms that 'we care about you; we want you to get what you want at the end of the day.' Meeting Captain Phillips was the highlight! I had never in my dreams expected to ever see him.
You know I just listened to Dawn Evans from SIG and she did such a great presentation that really had me thinking a little bit more about social media, how I personally should be using it for my own career planning but also how we could be leveraging that within our organization to better and more effectively understand what's happening in such a rapidly changing<|fim_middle|>, they have been very engaging with myself and with my team. | global economy.
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Nice place. You get what you pay for. The female receptionist weren't really nice but the male one was great. You need to pay with cash and leave a deposit of 10 sloty for the key. The place is really old and rundown but clean. It's in a good position, near the caste. The breakfast was simple but fulfilling. You can leave your baggage in the hostel before check in but you need to pay after check out if you want to leave your luggage there.
A fine hostel. Nothing special, but it is the cheapest in town and that it includes breakfast is really a steal. The hostel however is quite loud. The windows let in quite a bit of noice from the street below and the small checkin area is quite close to the rooms at times had quite a bit of noise at all hours of the day.
The hostel is not that clean, especially the bathrooms where the floors are constantly wet and it feels like sauna. Seems there are bed bugs there and I got bitten. The itching is irritating. One of the cheapest hostels in the city: don't go if you don't need to. No fresh air in the rooms. No elevator in the building. The beds are uncomfortable. People drinking alcohol in the rooms.
Don't go there, im serious. Pay a penny more and go somewhere else. We (try to) stayed here 1 night but the place was not clean, everywhere was smelling and there was no fresh air inside. And on the night our friend got bitten by a weird insect so we had to wake up earlier than we thought and we left the hostel after checking out. He has 3 red dots in his body now and we slept like 2 hours that night because of the injury. The place is cheap yes but even on the entrance it was smelling pee. | and Kazimierz. The hostel has seven mixed dorms at its disposal. There is a private bathroom in each room. Additionally, the guests have kitchen and living room at their disposal. The reception is open round the clock.
1.There is a bedside lamp and an electric socket by every bed.
2. Computer with INTERNET connection in the corridor.
3. Wi-fi available in the entire hostel.
4. Reception desk round the clock.
5. Towels available at reception deck.
6. Soap in every bathroom.
7. Safe for valuable items.
8. Lockers for every guest.
10. Coffee and tea free of charge.
12. Krakow maps for free.
13. Linen included in the accommodation price.
16. Qualified and friendly staff.
Method of Payment upon the arrival: Cash only.
worth the value. Adequate Clean, warm washrooms. Clean kitchen. Very Nice and helpful staff. Good hostel vibes, nice common area for chats with quick friends. there are some random problematic guests but that's not about the hostel.
You can not get a better place for this price! They even serve a free breakfast.
This seemed like a dodgy hostel when I first got there but I ended up really liking it. It's such a cheap hostel and yet, you get a free breakfast included too (cereals, bread and jams)! The beds are kinda cool because there's three levels of bunks, rather than the usual two (I stayed in the 10 bed room). The set up of the hostel is a bit funny because there are different lounge/common rooms (all next | 329 |
Home Content Index Creation The Biblical Creation Account Antediluvian
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Questions about Creation | period before the flood recorded in Genesis 6—8. The righteous people who lived before Noah's time are called antediluvian patriarchs. Those men are listed in Genesis 5 and include Adam, Seth, Enosh, Kenan, Enoch, and Methuselah, who lived to be 969, making him the oldest person on record. The word antediluvian has also come to mean "extremely old" or "out-of-date."
We know from the genealogies listed in Genesis 1—6 that people lived much longer in antediluvian times than they do today. Adam, the first man, lived to be 930 years old (Genesis 5:5). His son Seth lived to be 912 (Genesis 5:8). The length of the antediluvian period, based on the genealogies, was approximately 1,656 years.
A significant change in human behavior occurred in the antediluvian period: "Men began to call on the name of the LORD" (Genesis 4:26). This fact is linked with the birth of Seth and then his son Enosh, indicating that, with the birth of Enosh, the family of Seth began to separate themselves from the wickedness of the world around them and were known as people who worshiped the Lord. The general trend of humanity, however, was spiritual decline. By the beginning of chapter 6, "The LORD saw how great the wickedness of the human race had become on the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of the human heart was only evil all the time" (verse 5).
The antediluvian era was also the time of the Nephilim. These were "heroes of old, men of renown," who were the offspring of an unholy union between the "sons of God and the daughters of men" (Genesis 6:4). Whatever the exact nature of the Nephilim, they were one of the reasons God destroyed everything with a flood. Noah and his wife were not of the Nephilim race and therefore could repopulate the earth as God intended it to be.
Jesus alluded to the antediluvian period when He predicted signs of His second coming: "As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. For in the days before the flood, people were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, up to the day Noah entered the ark; and they knew nothing about what would happen until the flood came and took them all away. That is how it will be at the coming of the Son of Man" (Matthew 24:37–39).
The antediluvian period was unique in human history—a time of long life spans and bodies that were near perfection. Adam lived through more than half of the antediluvian days and was presumably available to recount firsthand accounts of Eden to anyone interested enough to listen. But it didn't take long for wickedness to grow to such an extent that God had to destroy it all. After the flood, God promised Noah that He would never again flood the entire earth. The symbol of that promise was a rainbow (Genesis 9:12–17). That first rainbow signified the end of the antediluvian era and demonstrated God's great mercy in giving humanity another chance to know Him. Every rainbow since then is a continuing reminder of the grace of God.
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The Atlantic Daily: The First Batch of Hillary Emails Drop
The State Department releases nearly 300 pieces of Clinton correspondence, a suspect in a DC quadruple homicide is charged with murder, and more…
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What's Happening: The First Batch of Hillary Emails Drop
It wouldn't be Friday without the release of a huge trove of controversial documents. The State Department made nearly 300 emails public from Hillary Clinton's tenure at Foggy Bottom. It was the first batch of correspondence relating to the 2012 attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya, which killed four Americans.
What's inside: Nothing that the House Select Committee on Benghazi didn't see several months ago. State Department spokeswoman Marie Harf said the emails don't change "the essential facts or our understanding" of what happened during the 2012 attack. Nevertheless, some hosted "live dives" to see what nuggets surfaced from the now-public documents.
Questions remain: Fulfilling an FBI request, 23 words were redacted from one email, which had been kept unclassified while on Clinton's personal server. House Speaker John Boehner called on an independent party to review the emails.
Stagehands carry dismantled set pieces from the Late Show With David Letterman stage outside of the Ed Sullivan Theater in Manhattan, New York, on May 21, 2015, after the taping of the longtime host's final show. See more photos from this week at The Atlantic Photo. (Stephanie Keith / Reuters)
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John Ziegler, who is a talk-radio host of unflagging industry, broad general knowledge, mordant wit, and extreme conviction, makes a particular specialty of media criticism. One object of his disgust and contempt in the churn so far has been the U.S. networks' spine<|fim_middle|> He is the author of Drive-Thru Dreams: A Journey Through the Heart of America's Fast-Food Kingdom. | less, patronizing decision not to air the Berg videotape and thus to deny Americans "a true and accurate view of the barbarity, the utter depravity, of these people." Even more outrageous, to Mr. Z., is the mainstream media's lack of outrage about Berg's taped murder versus all that same media's hand-wringing and invective over the recent photos of alleged prisoner abuse at Abu Ghraib prison, which he views as a clear indication of the deluded, blame-America-first mentality of the U.S. press.
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When I was back at my parents' house a few weeks ago, my mom had asked if the boyfriend would take photos during my half marathon the following weekend. As it was, his camera had broken on our trip home from an epic Wisconsin outdoors vacation just a week before, and my track record with keeping cameras for longer than two months without breaking them does not allow me to purchase/carry any camera that wasn't previously installed on my iPhone.
After the look of disappointment swept across my mom's face when we broke the no-camera news, Eric exclaimed that, well, he'd been thinking about buying a DSL<|fim_middle|>! I can't wait until I really start mastering this thing!
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Now, lucky for me Eric is a very good sharer when it comes to fancy gadgets (not so much with pecan pie on Thanksgiving, but that's another story...), so when I expressed I'd like to start using his camera to post higher-quality photos on my blog, he left me alone to play with the camera while he went mountain biking.
My afternoon was spent fiddling with the different functions and trying to follow along the manual. Eventually I just started snapping photos, and what resulted was a full-on modeling session from the one-and-only Mr. Pancakes. I know, all of the following photos definitely might make me look like a cat lady, but the little furball was just posing so perfectly all day I couldn't stop snapping away! He can be a diva (divo?) sometimes, so I was happy when he put up little fuss during the photoshoot. That being said, he is definitely not camera shy.
So without further ado, here are a few shots from my first afternoon with the DSLR. They are, for the most part, completey unedited - so don't judge too harshly | 263 |
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The Compagnie des phosphates de Gafsa (, Gafsa Phosphate Company) or CPG is a Tunisian phosphate mining company based in Gafsa, formed in the late 19th century during the French colonial era, and once the largest employer in the country.
It was merged in 1994 with the Groupe chimique tunisien (CGT) to form the CPG-CGT group.
Before the revolution of 2011 the company was the fifth largest phosphate producer in the world, but since then strikes and social unrest have caused production to drop by half.
Foundation
In April 1885 the French amateur geologist Philippe Thomas discovered rich layers of calcium phosphates on the north slope of Jebel Thelja in the Métlaoui region of western Tunisia.
Further geological surveys and explorations found significant phosphate deposits to the south and north of the Île de Kasserine.
The government at first offered a concession to exploit the phosphates only on condition of building a port to export the ore and a railway to carry it from the mines.
There was a lack of interest at first.
After work began on expanding and modernizing the port of Sfax the government dropped the port construction requirement and allowed a concession to mine the ore and transport it by rail to Sfax.
The Compagnie de Phosphate de Gafsa et de Chemin de Fer de Gafsa (CPGCFG, Gafsa Phosphate and Railway Company) was formed in 1897 by a group that included the Saint Gobain Chemical Company, Mukhtar Hadid Mining Company, Duparchy Company, several major French industrialists<|fim_middle|> and the mining code do not require publication of details of research and extraction contracts.
There was a lack of public information on the composition and functions of the board of directors and associated committees, and information on the work and reports of internal and external auditors was very limited. There was also a lack of transparency about the management and governance practice of subsidiaries.
Facilities
As of 2016 the company produced filtered and dried phosphate for the market.
The Gafsa phosphate basin in the southeast of Tunisia on the Algerian border had mining, quarrying and enrichment units.
There were seven open pit mines, one underground mine, and seven washing facilities.
There were five mining sectors:
Métlaoui Kef Schfaier includes the Kef Shfaier quarry and the Metlaoui washing facilities
Métlaoui Kef Eddour includes the Kef Eddour quarry and washing facility
Redeyef includes the Erg-Lasfar mine and the Redeyef quarry and washing facility
Moulares includes the Mrata mine and the Moularès quarry and washing facility
M'dhilla includes the Jellabia and Mzinda quarries and the M'dhilla washing facilities
The company also has licenses in Chott El Jerid in the north and Meknassy in the south of Tunisia.
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At the same time construction began of a railway line to link Metlaoui to Sfax.
Colonial era (1899–1956)
The first underground mine was opened in the Metlaoui region in 1899.
By 1900 annual production of commercial phosphate had reached 200,000 tons.
The second mine at Redéyef was opened in 1903 and the third at Moulares in 1904.
STEPHOS (Société Tunisienne d'Exploitation Phosphatier) was created in 1905.
In 1906 the company had a capital of 18 million francs.
Charles Dollfus-Galline was président and baron Robert de Nervo (1842–1909) was vice-président.
The M'dhilla mine was opened in 1920 by the Compagnie des Phosphates Tunisien.
In the early 20th century the plentiful phosphate reserves in Tunisia were second only to those of the United States, and the colonial officials were hopeful that they would revive the economy.
Although annual production reached 2 million tons in the early 1930s, the world price of phosphates dropped soon after exports from Tunisia started, and the forecast earnings were never realized.
However, the Compagnie des Phosphates et Chemins de Fer de Gafsa became the largest employer and taxpayer in the French protectorate of Tunisia.
The Société Filiale Industriel d'Acide Phosphorique et d'Engrais (SIAPE) began operation on 1948.
Post-independence (1956–2011)
After independence, in 1956 the different subsidiaries of the CPGCFG were progressively nationalized.
In 1962 the Compagnie des Phosphates Tunisien de M'dhilla became entirely Tunisian-owned.
In 1969 the Compagnie des Phosphates Tunisien de M'dhilla merged with the CPGCFG.
In 1976 the STEPHOS and CPGCFG merged under the name of CPG, entirely owned by theTunisian government.
The first open pit mine began operation in Kef Schfaier in 1978.
That year the research center was created.
In the early 1990s with World Bank support the company mechanized its operations and concentrated on open pit operations.
In 1994 the CTG merged with the Groupe Chimique Tunisien (GCT), based in Tunis, a public company that converts phosphate into products such as phosphoric acid and fertilizers.
The Tunisian Chemical Group (GCT) is the result of the merger of five phosphate processing companies, namely the Société Industrielle d'Acide Phosphorique et d'Engrais à Sfax, the Industries Chimiques Maghrébines à Gabès, the Société Arabe des Engrais Phosphatés et Azotés à Gabès, the Engrais de Gabès and the Industrie Chimique de Gafsa.
A single general director was named for the CPG and its sister company the GCT.
In 1996 CPG and GCT merged their management structure.
Mohamed Fadhel Khalil (died 2017), former Minister of Social Affairs (1992–96), was chief executive officer of the company.
The last underground mine, Redeyef, closed in 2006.
The CPG is the only large employer in Gafsa.
In January 2008 the company announced that it was cutting local employees from 11,000 to 5,000.
The local branch of the workers' union was occupied by a group of well-educated young people, and tents were pitched on the train tracks leading from the phosphate mines.
The protesters were joined by unemployed people, their relatives, trade unionists and even some CPG staff.
The police blocked the roads and opened fire on the demonstrators.
The government imposed a strict censorship on reporting about the events in the Tunisian media, although some news appeared in the international press.
These events were a precursor to the revolution of 2010–11.
In 2006 a partnership was agreed to form Tunisian Indian Fertilizers (TIFERT) as a joint venture owned 70% by CPG-GCT and 30% by two Indian companies, with the purpose of manufacturing phosphate fertilizers, mainly for export.
The two Indian companies, each with 15%, were Coromandel International and Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals.
The partnership entered into force in 2011.
In 2008 Tunisia produced over 1 million tons of phosphoric acid, 863 tons of triple super phosphate (TSP) and 1 million tons of diammonium phosphate (DAP).
By 2010 the company was the fifth largest phosphate producer in the world.
That year the company produced 8 million tons of phosphate and accounted for 10% of Tunisian exports and 4% of the Tunisian GDP.
Post-Tunisian Revolution (2011–present)
After the fall of the Ben Ali regime in January 2011 the company ran into difficulties meeting social demands.
Starting in January 2011 strikes and protest movements organized by the Tunisian General Labour Union (UGTT) caused a 40% decline in production and loss of international markets, particularly in India.
The company also faced competition from expanded phosphate production in Morocco and new producers in Saudi Arabia and Peru, coupled with declining demand in India and China.
The governments made concessions such as cancelling outsourcing and bringing employees of suppliers into the CPG.
This raised the workforce from 8,000 employees to 30,000 between 2010 and 2014.
At the same time, sit-ins by the unemployed of the region handicapped operations.
In May 2015 the managers and agents of the company suspended administrative and social activities, stopped payments and closed the head office.
A 2016 report noted that the two companies of the CPG-GCT group had a shared management structure, and were releasing little information to the public.
The CPG had never published its financial statements, despite being required to do so by law.
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9. Photojournalism: 150 Years of Outstanding Press Photography (2011)
The events of recent years, from 9/11 to the Japanese earthquake and tsunami disaster, have once again shown that photography remains the ideal tool for capturing human emotion, drama, and tragedy. Photojournalism presents the extraordinary history of this indispensable means of reporting. Starting with some of the first key figures, such as Roger Fenton, who photographed the Crimean War with a bulky large-format camera, it moves through the decades, from the Great Depression to space missions, the dismantling of the Berlin Wall, and the war in Iraq–all illustrated with stirring images from the world's greatest photojournalists. #1,938,709…
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Even in the digital age with its pervasive video, the news photograph – the single still image – retains its power to embed itself in our heads. Because of that, photojournalism and the photojournalist are important parts of the field of journalism. Training people to understand the power of the photograph and think like a photojournalist is vital to journalism education. That's what this book does. Photojournalism: Telling Stories with Pictures and Words is aimed at young people who want to use a camera to show the world to others. This book introduces students to the basic principles of photojournalism and to concepts such as…
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14. Photojournalism: An Introduction (2001)
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Author(s): Kenneth Kobre
2. Associated Press Guide to Photojournalism (Associated Press Handbooks) (2000)
Written by noted AP photographer and photoeditor Brian Horton, this is an insider's manual to one of the most glamorous and exciting media professions. Emphasizing the creative process behind the photojournalist's art, Brian Horton draws upon his three decades of experience, as well as the experiences of other award-winning photojournalists, to instruct readers in the secrets of snapping memorable news photos every time. With the help of more than 100 photographs from the AP archives, he analyzes what constitutes successful news photos of every type, including portraits, tableaux, sports shots, battlefield…
Author(s): Brian Horton
3. Photojournalism, Sixth Edition: The Professionals' Approach (2008)
Photojournalism: A Professionals' Approach, 6th edition blends insightful interviews with professionals, practical experience, current equipment and camera technology, and high-impact photographs to create the definitive book on photojournalism. The DVD features footage of working professionals handling on-the-job challenges.This revised edition features information on new laws affecting photojournalists, new trends in multimedia to keep skills competitive, and as the world grows smaller, a look back at some international history in the photography world. Updates throughout the a imaging chapter,…
4. Practical Photojournalism: A Professional Guide (2016)
Written by an expert in the field, Practical Photojournalism covers the basics of photography from an understanding of the effects of light, aperture, shutter speed, ISO and focusing, to an appreciation of composition, perspective and dynamic range. There's in-depth advice on choosing and using cameras, lenses, flashguns, tripods, filters and other equipment, including the role of modern smartphones in today's "citizen journalism." The core skills of the working photographer are detailed, with reference to areas of speciality in news, fashion, royalty, advertising, sport and war photography, and social history…
Author(s): Martin Keene
5. Bending the Frame: Photojournalism, Documentary, and the Citizen (2013)
In "Bending the Frame," Fred Ritchin–Professor of Photography & Imaging at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, and author of "After Photography"–examines the complex relations between social justice and photojournalism in today's oversaturated political and media climates. Is visual journalism even effective at all, given the ease with which so many of us can simply record events? And how can the impact of iconic images from the Civil Rights Movement or the Vietnam War be compared to, say, the consequences of leaked images from Abu Ghraib? Do changes in strategy imply changes in…
Author(s): Fred Ritchin
6. Moments: The Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photographs (2015)
Organized by year, the photographs in this stunning and emotional work create a poignant visual chronicle of our times. The images here, many of which are seared into our collective consciousness, include raising the flag at Iwo Jima, a young Vietnamese girl fleeing her village, her body burned by napalm, and the collapse of the World Trade towers. Others show less-well-known, but equally as powerful scenes from children in war-torn Liberia washing themselves in a bucket of water to a high-diver at the Barcelona Olympics. Each photograph is narrated with an essay by Hal Buell, the former head of picture services at Associated…
Author(s): Hal Buell, David Halberstam
7. American Photojournalism: Motivations and Meanings (Medill Visions Of The American Press) (2009)
Photojournalism has long been the medium of urgency and social change. It has profoundly affected American public opinion, going back at least to Mathew Brady's images from the Civil War. In American Photojournalism: Motivations and Meanings, Claude Cookman explores the history and future of the medium through the work of such exemplary photojournalists as Jacob Riis, Dorothea Lange, Weegee, Margaret Bourke-White, W. Eugene Smith, Gordon Parks, Rich Clarkson, and Carol Guzy, among others. The traditional approach to studying American photojournalism explains the what and who of photojournalism–what events and developments occurred,…
Author(s): Claude Cookman, Richard B. Stolley
8. Photojournalism, Fifth Edition: The Professionals' Approach (2004)
Photojournalism, Fifth Edition includes new interviews with well known photojournalists such as, Anne Wells story of a Pulitzer Prize winning photo, John Gaps III, formerly of the Associated Press, David Hume Kennerly of Newsweek, Diana Walker and PF Bently of Time.Individual case studies draw upon the experience of leading photojournalists to show readers how working professionals handle on-the-job challenges.A blend of insightful interviews, practical experience, and high-impact photographs creates the definitive text on photo | 1,099 |
Autumn by the bay, the leaves are turning colors and there is a gently rain of large maple leaves softly floating down to the ground. As Halloween approaches and pumpkins are everywhere it is time to start baking and cooking with pumpkin. This year I wanted to make pumpkin scones. I looked at many recipes, before I decided on the recipe below. Let me just start with that this scone is perhaps one of the best if not the best scone I have ever tasted. Yes, I absolutely mean that! The scones are light and airy not too sweet and a subtle taste of tart from using fresh cranberries over sweet dried cranberries. I loved the technique of grating the cold butter into the dry ingredients and plan to experiment more with this technique since the results were so wonderful. This recipe is really easily , just a few extra steps but the results are worth it. Save some time in the morning, by measuring all your dry ingredients in advance and leave in a zip lock bag until you are ready to bake.
From by the bay , wishing you many delicious pumpkin food memories!
Mix butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl.
Do Ahead: Cinnamon butter can be made 4 days ahead. Cover and chill.
Whisk granulated sugar, baking powder, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, cloves, baking soda, and 2 cups flour in a large bowl. Using the large holes on a box grater, grate in butter, tossing to coat<|fim_middle|> covered jar. Shake well before using .
This entry was posted in main dish, pork, salads and tagged fall recipes, pickled red onion, pomegranate molasses, pomegranate molasses dressing, pomegranate recipes, salad, sausage recipes, sausage with pomegranate salad with pickled red onions on October 7, 2016 by entertainingbythebay. | in dry ingredients as you go; toss in cranberries. Mix in egg, pumpkin, and ¼ cup buttermilk.
Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and pat into a 1½"-thick disk. Cut into 8 wedges; transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze until firm, 25–30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400°. Brush scones with buttermilk and sprinkle with raw sugar. Bake until golden brown, 25–30 minutes. Serve with cinnamon butter.
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It's easier to make the transition from summer to fall if I hold onto some summer in my cooking, while transitioning into fall. This recipe is still light and usually, I still use my grill to prepare the sausages. I have provided an indoor option for preparing the sausages just in case it's too cold, windy or rainy. This dish is definitely a feast for the eyes . The lovely crimson pomegranate seeds, accented with the warm pink hues of the pickled red onions really celebrate fall flavors. But don't misunderstand, this dish may look like it's all about visual pleasure but it's really about the rich and luscious combination of flavors: slightly salty in contrast to the sweet and sour. Easy to prepare this can become a quick weekday meal.
From by the wishing you pomegranate food memories!
Light a grill and oil the grate, Grill the sausage over moderate heat, turning until lightly charred and cooked through 10 to 12 minutes. ( Alternately, you can cook the sausage in the a 425 degree F oven arrange sausage on a baking rack set into a baking sheet and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until sausage are cooked through). Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then thinly slice on the bias. On a large platter arrange arugula, add sliced sausage . Drizzle with pomegranate molasses dressing. Sprinkle with red onion, pomegranate seeds and almond slivers. Serve at once.
In a quart mason jar add all ingredients, shake well. Let stand for at least one hour. Place in refrigerator until ready to use. Will keep for one week.
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Firm Trains Police Officers On Use Of Technology To Tackle Crimes
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Abuja – Wise World Firm Consult Limited, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has trained some police officers in the use of technology in tackling crimes and insecurity in the country.
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Mr Christie Dagogo-George, the Managing Director of the firm, said that the training was to educate security officers in understanding modern day security threats and to upgrade their intelligence gathering skills.
"It was discussed that the Ministry of Interior should ensure a mechanism in which National Assembly members, Leaders, Service Chiefs, among others were exposed to such workshops to enhance their own security.
"At the workshop, they will be trained on various security technology and how to defend themselves."
Hon. Lawal Abubakar, the Chairman, House Committee on Police Affairs, said that the world was changing into a technology era and the society was becoming more complex.
He said that the use of technology scanning machine is very important, especially during this period of election and stressed the need for Nigerians to be more vigilant and security conscious.
According to him, how we can add value to the women and men of police, it is to ensure that the security force are well educated on modern day technology.
Abubakar said that introducing new security technology would go a long way to improve the security of the nation and safety of lives of officers on duty.
However, Prof. William Waldo, the Guest speaker, said that the workshop would help the Nigeria Police Force on how to use technology to track offenders and criminals in the country.
He said that with the use of technology the insecurity situation | 308 |
The number one problem I have been hearing about from clients this year is not a lack of leads. No, leads have been strong across the U.S. The problem has been a lack of good people. I have actually been asked if I can provide<|fim_middle|> this post will just inspire you to press on as a business owner. Hiring, recruiting and keeping employees is just a part of what it takes to create and run a fantastic company. It really should be treated as being just as important as sales and marketing. | recruiting services, not marketing! If you do need help finding good help, I would recommend contacting my friends at Summit Services. They provide headhunting services for estimators, office staff and, I believe, help with hiring field employees too.
This brief post is a refresher to some of you and maybe something new for others. It is quite simple: Always Be Recruiting. You've seen this concept before on vehicles, websites and storefronts: "We're Hiring!" or "We are always looking for talented people to join our team!" Some of these postings stay up year round for businesses. It should really be no different for the home improvement industry.
Finding and keeping good employees in the trades today is harder than ever, especially for the painting industry. I'm not sure why that is, although I have my opinion. I personally think a growing number of painters, carpenters, framers and so on do not take pride in their work today. They look at their job as ordinary and non-extraordinary with everything else the world appears to offer them. Perhaps there are also a few more of these tradesmen who just were not raised with good work ethics. Whatever the reason, it appears there is no real end to this problem of finding and keeping good people.
The days of a long term employee are over. I've read a number of statistical reports over the last decade that say if an employee stays with you for 5 years, that is considered a long term and loyal employee. If this is the norm, then we should all stop thinking about how to find a 30 year employee and just know that the employment expectancy is 3-5 years for a decent employee. If someone gets past the 5 year mark today, consider rolling out the red carpet for him/her! Just don't be too shocked if he gives his notice at year 6 to look for "greener pastures" elsewhere! Remember, you are always recruiting. He can be replaced; even though it can and normally is painful.
My dad is good at finding and keeping good people. He is always on the lookout for people that will be a good fit for his company. I remember one time at a restaurant, my dad handed one of the servers his business card and gave a quick sales pitch about his company. He also recently hired a new employee with no painting experience who he met at my brother's new brewery (side note: my dad doesn't even drink! but he does prospect!). The new painter is working out well and his staff really likes him. A keeper!
There will always be a turnover of employees. There is not much you can do about this as I've mentioned above. There are, however, plenty of things you can do to help keep employees happy and prolong their employment. Another tip I'll share from working with my dad: spend time getting to know your people. My dad cares about his people. He runs a small painting company in San Diego with a very low turnover rate. Though he is small, he is profitable and nationally recognized by paint companies of all sizes. I think it is because of how he runs his business and treats his employees. He keeps tabs on how his staff is doing. He pays them above average wages. He also has taken many of them out for breakfast just to talk.
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A new window with compress options will be opened. In the Compress Pictures window, make sure that Delete cropped areas of pictures is selected.
Now click on OK and this should considerably reduce the size of the PDF.
For the printing profiles in novaPDF there is a Graphics tab that lets you select several Predefined graphic presets or define a custom one. By default Compress Content is selected, which will compress the text and graphics when converting to PDF so that the size of the PDF file will be smaller. However, this is the Normal compression so if you want to have the smallest possible size of the resulting PDF, the compression settings should be set to the Maximum Compression value, as well as checking the Convert images and Downsample images options.
In Windows 8 press on the Windows button and type "novaPDF Getting Started" (for Windows 7 or previous click on Start->Programs->novaPDF and open it from there). Click on the first result to open novaPDF.
On the Getting Started window press the Profile Manager button.
In Profile Manager, for the printing profile you're using go to the Graphics tab.
Click on Save to preserve the new profile settings and Close to return to the Getting Started window. Select the document you want converted and click on Create to print the document to novaPDF.
In Profile Manager, for the printing profile you're using go to the Fonts tab. | , its size might increase to the point where is larger than the original document. To reduce the size of the resulting PDF file, either the original document should be adjusted (by reducing the quality of the images, or removing the cropped regions of the inserted images) or the PDF compression settings should be set to the highest compression value in novaPDF's Printing Preferences.
A common PDF size problem occurs when the printed document contains images that were inserted in large sizes and then reduced within the document itself. However, even if you reduce the dimensions of the image in the document (or the program does its automatic resize), the entire size of the image is still kept.
So one solution to reduce the file size of a pdf printed from a document with images is to force the program into compressing and deleting the cropped areas of the images in the entire document. While programs such as Microsoft Word offer options to do that even after you've added the images, for other programs you should crop/re-size the image with an image editor and only after that insert it in the document.
Make a copy of the original word document, and open the copy.Double-click on the image, go to the Picture Tools tab and click on | 240 |
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known as Fatih ("the conqueror"). Born Mar. 30, 1432, in Edirne (Adrianople); died Apr. 3 (or May 3), 1481, in Hunkârçiri. Turkish sultan (reigned 1444; 1451–81).
Mehmed II conducted a policy of conquest and personally headed the campaigns of the Turkish Army. In 1453 he conquered Constantinople and made it the capital of the Ottoman Empire, thereby putting an end to Byzantium. Mehmed's reign also saw the annexation of Serbia (1459), the conquest of Morea (1460), the Trabzon (Trebizond) Empire (1461), Bosnia (1463), and the island of Euboea (1471), the completion of the conquest of Albania (1479), and the subjugation of the Crimean Khanate (1475). The first law code of the Ottoman Empire was compiled under Mehmed II.
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Sultan Mehmet II had an edifice erected devoted to the trading of textiles.
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It was converted into a mosque after Sultan Mehmet II (The Conquerer) conquered Istanbul in 1453.
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The point of departure for these images was Gentile Bellini's diplomatic mission to the court of Sultan Mehmet II between 1479-81.
Venice and the Islamic World: "[This] is the first major exhibition to explore one of the most important and distinctive facets of Venetian art history: the exchange of objects and interchange of ideas between the great Italian maritime city and her Islamic neighbors in the Eastern Mediterranean."
As for Venice, her foreign policy throughout a long and profitable history might be summarized as "Make money, not war." But when the twenty-three-year-old Sultan Mehmet II, known as Fatih ("the Conqueror"), seized Greece and Bosnia, the Venetians were more or less forced to go to war.
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On Tuesday, 29 May 1453, Constantinople fell to the besieging army of Sultan Mehmet II. Constantine XI, the last Byzantine emperor, charged hopeless, defiant and screaming into the Ottoman masses.
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The victorious Sultan Mehmet II, who bestowed on himself the title of Kayser-I-Rum (Caesar of Rome), pressed on into the Balkans on his way to the creation of a new world empire on the Roman model.
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1460); received sporadic assistance from Naples and Venice; his success was limited by clan jealousies, and Sultan Mehmet II concluded a ten-year truce with him (1461); broke the truce to attack the Turks, at the instigation of Pope Pius II, in alliance with the Venetians and Hungarians (1463?); successfully resisted a siege of his stronghold at Kruge (1466); traveled to Rome to seek aid from Pope Paul II (1467), but died on his way back to Albania at Alessio (January 17, 1468); the Turks swiftly reconquered Albania following his death, except for Kruge, which he had willed to Venice.
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The pirates, sent by Sultan Mehmet II, conqueror of ystanbul, ravaged the area.
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Sultan Mehmet II officially recognised Patriarch Gennadius II as leader of the Orthodox peoples throughout the Ottoman Empire following the capture of Constantinople in 1453.
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It was the first Rome, and its satellite Kingdoms in the Levant, that left the second so weakened that it could not resist the forces of the Ottoman Sultan | 788 |
RELEASE: WRI Brasil Names Elizabeth Farina as New Executive Director
WASHINGTON (April 15, 2021) – World Resources Institute announced that Dr<|fim_middle|> (2020-2021), the Bonsucro Administrative Council, and the Higher Agribusiness Council (COSAG) of the Federation of Industries of the State of São Paulo (FIESP).
"I wish Elizabeth success in this new challenge and I am confident that she will bring great contributions to WRI Brasil to advance the green recovery agenda through a more inclusive development model," said Gustavo Loyola, partner at Tendências. "She will work toward a new future for Brazil that generates economic opportunities, jobs and income while protecting the country's natural capital."
Farina will be WRI's second executive director leading WRI Brasil, following Rachel Biderman, who was executive director for nine years and currently serves as vice president for Latin America for Conservation International. The institute is grateful for the service of Fernanda Boscaini, Director of Communications at WRI Brasil, who has been serving as acting executive director since Biderman's departure.
Farina will start her new position as CEO of WRI Brasil on May 3, 2021.
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RELEASE: Ani Dasgupta Selected to be WRI's Next President & CEO | . Elizabeth Farina will be the next Executive Director of WRI Brasil. Farina is highly recognized as an expert in economics and finance with extensive experience in the private sector, public policy and organizational management. She comes to WRI Brasil with the goal of guiding the organization's research and implementing solutions to drive sustainable and inclusive development in Brazil.
"Science shows that urgency and ambition in decarbonizing our economy will be critical to fighting climate change and biodiversity loss," said Marcelo Furtado, chairman of Board of WRI Brasil. "Climate justice requires that any solutions to the climate crisis also address inequality. I am sure that Elizabeth will work tirelessly to build a more prosperous, fair and sustainable future for Brazil by engaging academia, the private sector and civil society to move in this direction."
"I am delighted that Elizabeth will take the helm of WRI Brasil, where she will lead the team to build the case for inclusive, sustainable and resilient growth," said Manish Bapna, Interim President & CEO, WRI. "Elizabeth's track record in economics and agriculture, and experience shaping national policy, will be critical to chart new pathways for sustainable development in Brazil. As we move ahead in this decisive decade, many are watching to see if Brazil will pursue growth that is inclusive and protects its natural ecosystems. I am confident that Elizabeth and the WRI Brasil team can help make this happen."
WRI Brasil is a research institute that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunities and human well-being. The institute is part of the WRI global network, which spans more than 60 countries. Farina arrives at WRI Brasil with the challenge of leading the institute in building pathways for a new economy and job growth for Brazil; promoting more inclusive, equitable and low-carbon cities; and restoring forests and recovering degraded lands.
"I am honored to be in charge of an organization with a focus on one of the most urgent issues of our time – sustainable development," said Farina. "The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed deep social inequality and the market has shown that we are not distributing resources in an efficient manner. With WRI's approach of 'Count it, Change it, Scale it,' we want to develop research and strategies that help Brazil build back better from the pandemic to a more prosperous and inclusive future."
Farina joins WRI Brasil after serving as CEO of Tendências Consultoria Integrada, where she worked from 2019 to 2021. Farina holds a PhD in economics and was a full-time professor on the Faculty of Economics, Administration and Accounting at the University of São Paulo (USP), where she was also chair of the Department of Economics between 2002 and 2004. In addition to her academic career, she was president of the Brazilian Antitrust Commission (CADE) between 2004 and 2008, and director-president of the Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association (UNICA) between 2012 and 2019.
She is currently a member of the Deliberative Council of the Brazilian Institute for the Study of Competition, Consumption and International Trade (IBRAC) | 651 |
Pandemic Pivots
Businesses filled niches created by health crisis
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Picture a business going full speed on a wide-open interstate. And then all of a sudden slamming on the brakes and coming to a complete stop.
This was the scenario for many businesses around the country in mid-March. Doors were closed, no customers allowed. When would business resume? Forecasting was impossible.
Proof Brewing Co. was among businesses that faced a long shutdown, one that began on March ı7 and lasted until early June. Then there was a second, shorter closure. Founders Byron and Angela Burroughs knew they needed to pivot, not an easy thing to accomplish when customers were accustomed to coming to the brewery on South Monroe Street. But the couple found a way to keep their employees at work while also filling a significant need in the community.
"One of the true testaments to the team that has ridden out this whole COVID storm with us is their adaptability," Byron Burroughs said. "Being able to pivot quickly. We initially did it to help."
In the spring, the availability of everything from toilet paper to household cleaners to sanitizer was diminished. Go early and you might luck out, but many shoppers seeking necessities had to go from store to store or try again the next day.
"We felt we could give back to the community because there was such a shortage of sanitizer at the time," Burroughs said. "People were gouging or hoarding. Once we realized we could produce it in large capacity, if we got our distilling permit, we could adapt fairly quickly."
John Buck of Fast Signs was able to help with a variety of signs encouraging customers to wear masks at a business. But Fast Signs also saw a new need for clear, acrylic shields at stores and offices. Tallahassee's City Hall and the Tallahassee Chamber were among the first to request the shields as a way to help protect employees in the workplace. Germ shields became a vital part of Fast Signs' business in the summer months, Buck said.
"I didn't even know the term germ shield until six months ago," Buck said. "It has been neat to see how proactive our franchise has been."
Fast Signs also produced custom window signs as well as outdoor A-frame signage to help businesses communicate to customers that they were open again. Also popular were floor graphics to remind customers to stay six feet apart as well as reminders that face masks or coverings were required.
Buck said Fast Signs also filled the need for graduation signage, including car magnets and yard signs. With graduation events going from in-arena to drive-in ceremonies in Leon County, families<|fim_middle|> and helped the Tallahassee community in a crisis.
"We laid off about 75 percent of our staff," Burroughs said. "We were able to get some PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) money during that time. The combination of being able to move into sanitizer, being able to monetize that, and having very good local support for our to-go product and from our retail partners all helped."
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"COVID-ı9 has delivered unprecedented challenges for our community and region," said Sue Dick, president and CEO of the Tallahassee Chamber. "Many of our local businesses and industry leaders have shown the ability to adapt, develop new market opportunities and redeploy their workforce in an attempt to weather the storm."
Proof went from a beer-focused business to one that was producing hand sanitizer, first with isopropyl alcohol. The staff had plenty on hand as a disinfectant. Or so they thought. Once it ran out, "it became very difficult, expensive and hard to get a hold of," Burroughs said.
Then the Proof staff realized they could process their own ethyl alcohol. It took about a month to get the approvals, which turned out to be the easy part. The hardest aspect was finding anything to put the sanitizer in.
"A lot of people started doing it nationwide," Burroughs said. "There was a shortage of bottles. We could make more sanitizer than we had containers to put it in."
Burroughs estimated they produced about ı0,000 gallons of hand sanitizer. A big chunk was sold to individuals and businesses, but they also opted to donate a portion when schools reopened in August as well as to nonprofits and first responders.
Burroughs said that hand sanitizer is now a relatively small part of Proof's revenue. But for a time, it was a critical part of the business | 323 |
Research engineers from the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*Star) have invented a toilet-monitoring system that can signal when toilets need to be cleaned.
The technology, called the Restroom Visitilizer System, has been on trial in more than 60 public toilets islandwide over the past two years, in places like Marina Bay Sands (MBS), the Singapore Zoo and River Safari.
Toilets at nine food centres<|fim_middle|> or RAS.
RAS executive director Emerson Hee said the association is urging building owners to adopt the technology to better maintain toilet cleanliness, and meet higher standards, as part of its six-star rating system, introduced in November 2014.
An MBS spokesman said the integrated resort is constantly looking at ways to improve productivity with the use of technology.
It installed the sensor system in 10 toilets, and plans to install it in another 26 this year.
Adopting the technology "will allow our cleaning supervisors to monitor the restrooms in real time, so as to improve response time and prioritise duties", she said.
"Another benefit is that it will enable us to plan and better manage our manual resources and consumables inventory," she added.
A spokesman for the National University Hospital Kopitiam foodcourt, which installed the system in December last year - the first foodcourt in Singapore to do so - said the gadget is a convenient way of obtaining "relevant real-time information" on usage and odour levels in toilets.
"This is essential for the deployment of toilet cleaners, and it also helps monitor the amount of time they need to clean up, especially during periods of heavy usage," he said.
"Furthermore, these statistics allow NUH to monitor our toilet usage and staff deployment. It also helps us to become more efficient, and enjoy cost savings on labour." | , such as the Tiong Bahru, Maxwell and Serangoon Gardens food centres, were included, too.
The system, developed in 2013, has now been licensed to Convergent Smart Technologies, a local small and medium-sized enterprise.
Its director Cedric Hoon said the system has received good reviews from cleaning contractors. It costs about $1,700 to $2,000 to install a set of sensors for two toilets.
One cleaner can take care of more toilets - some which aren't so heavily used - and he doesn't have to walk around to physically check the toilets.
MR DENNIS QUEK, industry development manager at A*Star's Institute for Infocomm Research, on increased productivity.
Mr Dennis Quek, industry development manager at A*Star's Institute for Infocomm Research, said public toilets are typically cleaned at regular intervals several times a day, regardless of how frequently they are used. Some cleaning firms also act on complaints, most of which are about smell, he added.
Mr Hoon said cleaners have a roster for them to go and check the toilets up to six times a day, leading to manpower wastage.
Restrooms in shopping malls can be used by up to 300 people an hour; in food centres, the rate hovers at about 100 to 150 an hour.
The new technology offers a "clean on demand" option, allowing supervisors to deploy resources more efficiently, said Mr Quek.
Based on the toilets that tested the system, there was a 30 per cent improvement in manpower productivity, he said. "One cleaner can take care of more toilets - some which aren't so heavily used - and he doesn't have to walk around to physically check the toilets."
Instead, on-demand alerts can be sent by SMS to cleaners if a particular toilet needs immediate attention.
To encourage more building owners to adopt the system, Convergent Smart Technologies signed an agreement this year with the Restroom Association (Singapore), | 414 |
Can fentanyl be absorbed by way of your pores and skin?
In communities across the nation, tales and headlines are stoking fears that fentanyl publicity by way of the pores and skin could possibly be deadly.
Daniel Colby, assistant professor and co-medical director for the Division of Emergency Medication
Whereas these tales are disturbing, you will need to separate truth from fiction when speaking about fentanyl publicity to keep away from pointless confusion and panic.
On this Q&A, Daniel Colby, assistant professor and co-medical director for the Division of Emergency Medication at UC Davis Well being, addresses some widespread myths and issues about fentanyl. These embrace the signs of a fentanyl overdose and whether or not it's secure to assist somebody who's overdosing.
What's fentanyl and why is it so harmful?
Fentanyl is an artificial<|fim_middle|> attempt to present life-saving care to anyone who's having an overdose as a result of they're fearful about being uncovered to the drug?
When you stroll into an area and discover somebody who has overdosed on fentanyl it's definitely secure to judge them, name 911 for assist, administer naloxone and even do CPR. When you ought to keep away from deliberately touching any unidentified powder after which contact your mouth or nostril, you don't want to hesitate when making an attempt to save lots of the life of somebody who has overdosed. | opioid – which is made in a lab and hits the opioid receptor. It's an extremely potent and robust drug. Since fentanyl is so concentrated, when folks use it at house they'll accidently overdose very simply.
Is it secure to take fentanyl whether it is prescribed to you?
Fentanyl is a drugs we use on daily basis within the hospital. It's a nice ache medication when used safely by docs, nurses and pharmacists in a considerate approach.
Can fentanyl be absorbed by way of the pores and skin or by touching an merchandise or floor the place it's current?
It's a widespread false impression that fentanyl will be absorbed by way of the pores and skin, however it's not true for informal publicity. You possibly can't overdose on fentanyl by touching a doorknob or greenback invoice. The one case wherein fentanyl will be absorbed by way of the pores and skin is with a particular doctor-prescribed fentanyl pores and skin patch, and even then, it takes hours of publicity.
Why is it essential to dispel the parable that fentanyl will be absorbed by way of the pores and skin?
It is necessary that we make clear and let everybody know that fentanyl can not actually be absorbed by way of the pores and skin as a result of individuals who have overdosed on fentanyl might have solely minutes to stay. Pausing or ready for different folks to reach implies that particular person may die. They want our assist and it's secure to assist them.
What are the signs of a fentanyl overdose?
When somebody overdoses on fentanyl or any opioid, their respiratory price will sluggish, they may get sleepy and by the point we'd say that they've overdosed, they might be unconscious. They'd even have small pupils and could be minimally respiration or not respiration in any respect. Individuals who have overdosed on any opioid need assistance instantly.
What do you have to do in case you encounter somebody who's overdosing?
When you discover somebody who has overdosed on fentanyl or one other opioid, you must name 911 instantly. If in case you have naloxone (generally referred to by the model title Narcan) you must administer it to them intra-nasally by way of the nostril or by way of an injection. In California, anybody can get naloxone and not using a prescription.
What would your message be to an individual who is anxious in regards to the thought of making an | 504 |
Celebrate the Arts at TASIS This Month!
The 45th annual TASIS Spring Arts Festival may not kick off for another few months, but there are still a pair of exciting visual and performing arts events to enjoy before the month of March is out. Please join us on campus for the IB Visual Arts Final Exhibition, which kicks off this afternoon and runs through Sunday, and for the High School Spring Musical, which opens next Friday evening and also runs Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. See below for more details.
All members of the TASIS community and the general public are cordially invited to celebrate the IB Visual Arts Final Exhibition in the Palestrina and Ferit Şahenk Fine Arts Center beginning at 16:30 this afternoon. Join us for some refreshments and discover what our talented senior artists and designers have been up to in the studio over the past two years.
The exhibition, which constitutes the internal assessment element of the IB Visual Arts course, will also be open on Saturday from 8:30 until 18:30 and on Sunday from 15:30 until 18:30.
Fall Tragedy turns to Spring Comedy with Gilbert & Sullivan's very funny musical operetta, The Pirates of Penzance. This year's High School Spring Musical features multiple swordfights, bumbling policemen, spirited teenage girls, comic romance, high-energy and beautiful songs, rowdy dancing, and, of course, PIRATES! With wit and broad humor, hummable songs, a playground of a set, beautiful costuming, and terrific performances from the cast, the show is guaranteed to be great fun for all ages!
Of special note to Elementary School families: Ms. Caroline Rossi's fourth-grade art classes helped create stained glass window screens for the musical's Act II set, so don't miss out on this chance to see their beautiful scenic art onstage!
This weekend's activities include a hike and overnight stay in a mountain hut on Friday, cookie decorating in De Nobili on Saturday afternoon, an Open Mic Night in De Nobili on Saturday evening, and an indoor rock climbing trip or FIFA tournament on Sunday afternoon. Students should consult the HS Daily Bulletin for more details about all these activities.
Beginning on Monday<|fim_middle|> Students must complete their travel forms by Thursday, April 4, and complete all necessary brown forms at least 24 hours before their departure. Return flight information is required before students are granted permission to travel. | , March 25, students may wear a burgundy, navy, or white TASIS polo shirt. Please refer to pages 76–78 of the High School Student Handbook for more information about the TASIS dress code.
The High School Student Council has organized a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for High School and Middle School students from 16:00–18:00 on the afternoon of Wednesday, March 27. All games will be played on the outdoor courts on the main TASIS campus.
The TASIS Parent Association (TPA) will help organize a bake sale for this event, which all students, teachers, and parents are welcome to attend. The TPA is looking for lots of baked goods and many volunteers. Please send an email to tpa@tasis.ch or sign up here if you would like to join us for this event. Baked goods can be brought to the Gazebo between 8:00–8:30 or to the Kay Hamblin Terrace (next to the Campo Science Center) between 15:00–16:00 on the day of the bake sale.
All proceeds from this event will benefit the TASIS Service Learning Program.
There will be yet another opportunity to enjoy the arts at TASIS early in April, as the Percussion Ensemble of the G. Verdi Conservatory of Como will return to TASIS and perform in the Palmer Center at 19:00 on the evening of Thursday, April 4.
Travel plans for the Spring Holiday (April 13–28) should now be in the finalization step. | 339 |
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Even homeowners that are very diligent about what they put down their drains are sometimes surprised to find that they have clogs. The truth about clogs is that they can happen even without throwing oversized items into the sink. Blockages are built up over time as grease, oils, and even soap cling to pipes and catch falling debris. Even if this does not result in a full-on clog, leaving pipes unclean can cause them to rust and deteriorate, which will eventually require a complete pipe replacement.
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Drain cleaners you can buy in the store might provide a temporary fix, but they will not inspect your pipes for damage or completely clean your drains like our Centennial plumbers can. Any time our team enters your home they wear protective foot coverings and uniforms so that they can keep your property clean and tidy. We are here to help customers and make your life easier, call today and find out why so many trust Sure Comfort Services.
Rest easy knowing your drains and pipes are back in top condition | 306 |
James Comey: Donald Trump Is 'Morally Unfit to Be President'
He told ABC News' George Stephanopoulos that Trump is a "stain" on all those around him.
By Jack Holmes
Comeypalooza continued Sunday night when the defenestrated FBI director sat down with ABC's George Stephanopoulos for an interview. James Comey is making the rounds to promote his new book, A Higher Loyalty, which deals with the crucial decisions he made during the 2016 election—including making public the Hillary Clinton email investigation but not the probe into ties between Donald Trump's associates and the Russians—and his subsequent interactions with President Trump.
It was the latter which brought out the prime takeaway Sunday night. Having run through the litany of Trumpian transgressions, most notably his attempts to interfere in the Justice Department and the Russia probe and his complete disregard for truth in the public discourse, Stephanopoulos asked Comey the key question.
GEORGE STEPHANOPOULOS: You write that President Trump is unethical, untethered to the truth. Is Donald Trump unfit to be president?
JAMES COMEY: Yes. But not in the way<|fim_middle|> it already has, the rule of law in this country. That's a question that Congress, and congressional Republicans in particular, will soon need to answer.
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James Comey Does Not Hold Back: 'Those Were Lies.' | m-- I often hear people talk about it. I don't buy this stuff about him being mentally incompetent or early stages of dementia. He strikes me as a person of above average intelligence who's tracking conversations and knows what's going on. I don't think he's medically unfit to be president. I think he's morally unfit to be president.
Comey on Trump: "I don't think he's medically unfit to be president. I think he's morally unfit to be president. pic.twitter.com/cPggiZFInk
— Axios (@axios) April 16, 2018
A person who sees moral equivalence in Charlottesville, who talks about and treats women like they're pieces of meat, who lies constantly about matters big and small and insists the American people believe it, that person's not fit to be president of the United States, on moral grounds. And that's not a policy statement. Again, I don't care what your views are on guns or immigration or taxes.
There's something more important than that that should unite all of us, and that is our president must embody respect and adhere to the values that are at the core of this country. The most important being truth. This president is not able to do that. He is morally unfit to be president.
Good news, folks: the former FBI director does not believe his old boss has dementia. In less good news, he thinks he is a pathological liar whose behavior is destroying the norms that undergird our democratic republic. Not only that, Comey believes Trump is a "stain" on all those around him:
GEORGE STEPHANOPOULOS: I want to get back to the story -- but one more question. I think it's to an important point that-- when you're talking about being an ethical leader, at what point do people serve in order to protect the institution, to protect the country, and at what point does it cross over into enabling bad behavior?
JAMES COMEY: That is the question that people have to ask themselves. And-- and there's no easy way to define it in the abstract, that you-- the challenge of this president is that he will stain everyone around him. And the question is, how much stain is too much stain and how much stain eventually makes you unable to accomplish your goal of protecting the country and serving the country? So I don't know. And it-- it-- it would be hard for anybody to answer that. But everyone's gotta answer that individually.
Considering more of the president's associates turn up under investigation or indicted by the day—some of whom are now cooperating with Special Counsel Robert Mueller's probe after getting caught lying to the FBI—this notion of a stain doesn't seem far off. The question will be whether that stain is allowed to seep into the halls of the Justice Department and erode, any more than | 587 |
Lee6 sec<|fim_middle|> to winner's circle at Japan PGA | ures first LPGA title at US Women's Open
June 3rd, 2019 / Anthony Powter
Jeongeun Lee6, a 23-year-old rookie from South Korea, has claimed the US Women's Open champion at the Country Club of Charleston, South Carolina, for not only her first major title but also her first career LPGA victory.
In a final round in which most of the contenders struggled under the pressure, Lee6 played in the manner of other South Koreans, who have found success in the oldest major championship in women's golf, resolutely and calmly, to take control of the championship.
A bogey on the 72nd hole gave Lee6 a 70 and put her two strokes ahead of Angel Yin, So Yeon Ryu and Lexi Thompson.
"Six", as the South Korean is commonly referred to, finished 6-under par to win the $1 million first prize.
Lee6 became the eighth Korean winner of the US Women's Open since 2008, the 10th from her country to claim the Harton S. Semple Trophy and the 18th Korean winner in the past 36 women's majors, going back to Jiyai Shin's victory in the 2012 Women's British Open.
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Lee6 is also the 16th player from Korea to win a women's major — more than any other country except the US.
Last year, Lee6 won the inaugural LPGA Q-Series, edging Jennifer Kupcho by one stroke. In eight LPGA events prior to the US Women's Open, Lee6 hadn't finished worse than tied for 26th, and she lost in a playoff at the LPGA Mediheal event in San Francisco.
Jeongeun Lee6 (Credit: LPGA Tour)
Through her interpreter, manager Jennifer Kim, Lee6 said her focus had been on a major.
"I didn't really think about it," said Lee6, who is projected to climb to fifth in the Rolex Rankings.
"All I've been doing was just focusing on this major championship, and I just wanted to play well."
"My goal was if I win the tournament, I can eat ramen," she joked. "If I finish top-five, I can buy shoes. But I can buy shoes and eat ramen. So it's a double."
Minjee Lee was the best of the Australians finishing in a tie for 12th.
Hannah Green and Katherine Kirk share 34th position to round out the Australian contingent.
Su-Hyun Oh, Sarah Kemp, Karrie Webb and Gabriela Ruffels all missed the cut.
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Larrazábal pulls off remarkable comeback victory
Garcia secures one-shot win at 100th KLM Open
Kisner makes amends with WGC-Dell Match Play win
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Molinari storms to Bay Hill success with sizzling 64
Grace fires 62 to snatch win at South African Open
Goose wins first Champions title at Senior Players
Callaway re-signs Mickelson to long-term deal
Hall fulfils life-long dream with British Open win
Ishikawa returns | 775 |
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Geografia de la província de Santa Cruz | est pels rius Chico i Santa Cruz, els quals s'ajunten i formen la ría santa Cruz al desembocar a l'oceà Atlàntic.
El seu nom prové del Aonikenk, idioma dels Tehueltxes i significa "lloc poblat per zorrines (mofetes)".
La zona era poblada per Tehuelches, com bona part de la província de Santa Cruz. Els primers homes europeus en explorar aquelles contrades foren els de l'expedició de Magalhães-Elcano, que s'endinsaren per la ria de Santa Cruz i descobriren l'illa Pavón. Van haver de passar 3 segles, per que població d'origen europeu, en aquest cas un regiment argentí comandat pel comandant Luis Piedrabuena, exploressin de nou aquelles terres. L'any 1859 Luis Piedrabuena fundà a la riba del riu Santa Cruz el poblat de Paso Río Santa Cruz, el primer poblat de forma permanent de la província de Santa Cruz; posteriorment seria rebatejat com a Comandante Luis Piedra Buena, en honor seu. Anys després, a la dècada dels 60 del uns missioners anglicans s'establiren el que actualment es coneix com a Puerto de Santa Cruz per tal d'evangelitzar el poble Tehuelche.
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Puerto de Punta Quilla
Río Chico
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About Us Media and News 2017 Press Releases Dr. Jill Biden Joins Save the Children as Board Chair
Save the Children Board Chair Dr. Jill Biden reads to 4-year-old preschool students Gus (right) and Cole (left) at an elementary school in Tenn. on Feb. 15, 2017.
Photo by Shawn Millsaps for Save the Children.
Dr. Jill Biden Joins Save the Children as Board Chair
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FAIRFIELD, Conn. (February 21, 2017) — Save the Children, the global humanitarian organization, today announced that lifelong educator Dr. Jill Biden has been elected<|fim_middle|> distinguished and dedicated public servant. I am confident she will continue to move Save the Children towards our goal of reaching every last child." | Chair of the Board of Trustees in the U.S. Dr. Biden will succeed Anne Mulcahy, former CEO of Xerox, who has served as Chair since 2010.
"As an educator and ardent advocate for children, Dr. Jill Biden has a keen understanding of the work we do every day to ensure all children have the opportunity for a bright future," said Save the Children President & CEO Carolyn Miles. "We are delighted Dr. Biden will bring her boundless energy and expertise to help us reach every last child."
For the past eight years, Dr. Biden served as Second Lady of the United States while also continuing to teach as a full-time English professor at Northern Virginia Community College. Dr. Biden has been a role model and prominent voice on advancing the status of women and girls globally, especially as it relates to education. During her White House tenure she traveled to nearly 40 countries, visiting almost every region of the world. Dr. Biden and Carolyn Miles recently visited Save the Children programming at Linden Elementary School in Linden, Tenn.
"I am very honored to join Save the Children, an organization whose mission so closely aligns with my life's work – ensuring children have a strong start in life, an opportunity to learn and protection from harm," said Dr. Jill Biden, Save the Children's new Board Chair. "I know the importance of instilling a love of learning at an early age, and that's one reason I became an educator. I've seen firsthand the inspiring ways Save the Children staff, here in the U.S. and around the world, are going above and beyond to help transform children's futures. It is a privilege to be a part of the team."
In her seven years as Save the Children's Board Chair, Anne Mulcahy helped guide the organization through a significant period of growth, forging new public and private partnerships and championing Save the Children's first woman CEO in the U.S. "Working alongside Save the Children's Trustees and senior leadership has been an incredibly rewarding 'second act' in my career," Mulcahy said. "I am proud of what we've accomplished and honored to pass the baton to Dr. Jill Biden, a | 444 |
James Lloyd – Here We Go
Hitmaker James Lloyd of Pieces of a Dream has<|fim_middle|> moved to Los Angeles and began a family. Tatham says the lifestyle change was also an artistic change. She grew up loving the likes of Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee and Sammy Davis Jr. and ultimately began to feel her way as a jazz singer in clubs and cabarets.
Sheppard's alto flute of a voice scats in harmony with Sheppard's sax to introduce "You Taught My Heart to Sing." Tatham sings with verve that's worthy of many jazz divas, including but not limited to Nancy Wilson, Sarah Vaughan, Cheryl Bentyne and Tierney Sutton. The song, composed by McCoy Tyner and Sammy Cahn, is a bright, delightful piece. This Tamir Hendelman arrangement features the pianist with support from bassist John Clayton and drummer Peter Erskine. Sheppard puts his instrument through some sunny rolls in response to Tatham's lyrical calls.
Out of My Dreams | written, produced and played on more than 30 top 10 smooth jazz radio hits. As a founding member of the legendary Pieces of a Dream, James has been the heart and soul of that smooth urban jazz super group for more than 20 years.
"Now feels like the right time for many reasons," confesses pianist James Lloyd, a legend on the contemporary jazz scene, about the timing of his Shanachie Entertainment debut CD, Here We Go. Lloyd, who has shared the stage with everyone from James Brown to Count Basie, was recently on a plane that was struck by lightning and forced to make an emergency landing. The celebrated pianist shares, "I just turned 50 and realized that each day is a blessing. Tomorrow is not promised to any of us, finishing the rest of this sentence isn't even promised. Recording my first solo album is something I wanted to complete while I'm still here."
For fans of contemporary jazz, James Lloyd is no stranger. He is a pioneering member of the groundbreaking band Pieces of a Dream (that will be celebrating its 40th anniversary next year) who, like artists John Coltrane, Grover Washington, Jr., Gamble, Huff, Patti Labelle and Teddy Pendergrass all got their start in the "City of Brotherly Love." The city's rich musical tradition is the foundation for Lloyd's expansive creative vision. "I didn't realize it as much when I was a kid, but Philly had and has a certain vibe spiritually and musically," confides Lloyd. "I'm a product of all that I have listened to and absorbed. There's a lot of music floating around in my head, I'm just trying to get it out and hope that it touches some people."
Shanachie Entertainment's VP of Jazz A&R, Danny Weiss, comments, "James Lloyd has been the heart and soul of Pieces of a Dream since its inception. This, his first solo release, is a dream come true for James, and it's an honor for us to help him realize that dream." Continue reading →
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ShaShaty – Brighter Day
Just appeared on my radar screen is saxophonist ShaShaty. He started his solo career with his self-titled debut album in 1993, followed by Voices In My Head, From Me to You (2008), Come Together (2011), and It's My Pleasure (2013). His 6th album Brighter Day will be released on March 3, 2015.
The album was produced by Steve Oliver, who also plays guitar on all tracks and composed several of the songs. Guest musicians on selected tracks are Will Donato (sax), Bonny B (drums), Gary Stanionis (percussion), and Usay Kawlu (vocals). ShaShaty shows his skills on tenor, alto and soprano sax, piano and synth programming.
Dream Ride is the positive overture of the album. Will Donato supports ShaShaty's lead sax with a sophisticated horn arrangement. Let's Go! takes off with a jazzy groove that is heated vigorously by Bonny B on drums. Song of Hope features the lovely Taiwanese vocalist Usay Kawlu. A remarkable airy voice.
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Ezra Weiss Sextet – Before You Know It – Live in Portland
Some of the best jazz sounds are generated by small to mid-sized combos with two or three horns, often playing as a unit. The Ezra Weiss Sextet's Before You Know It – Live in Portland (Roark Records, 2014) delivers that style in grand fashion.
Weiss plays piano. His sidemen are Farnell Newton, trumpet; John Nastos, alto saxophone; Devin Phillips, tenor saxophone; Jon Shaw, bass; and Christopher Brown, drums.
"The Crusher" is an upbeat, toe-tapping song. The horns shift easily from a bright, overlapping melody, to a – well, words cannot adequately describe the softer phrase. Newton steps out first, rolling notes in a manner that brings to mind Freddie Hubbard or Terence Blanchard. Weiss pounds the keys emphatically behind him. Weiss powers down briefly during the saxophone solo so we can hear more of Shaw, but the piano gets going later on. The horns come back with the same verve as the beginning.
Before You Know It – Live in Portland
Ezra Weiss Sextet
Vince Redhouse – A Long Way Home
Most of the recognition that I have gained is from what I have done of the Traditional Native flute, although the tenor saxophone was always my first voice and sound. I really love Classical music and Jazz. What a contradiction of music it would seem. To me, they are both beautiful musical languages that demand a great study and commitment to be fluent and expressive. I believe beyond the technique and cliches is a place where music becomes the song that transcends all and is the Universal language.
Vince Redhouse presents A Long Way Home at CDBaby.
A Long Way Home
Vince Redhouse
Adrien Re – Groove Research
Adrien Re's Second album Groove Research as a leader leapfrogs ahead of his initial release, Gotta Love the Lovin with the same recipe of groove-oriented composition and arranging but with new twists like Adrien's guitar playing! This album features even more keyboard work and searing "saxophonisms" his fans have come to expect!
Check out especially his original song and lyrics "I Gave You All I Got" featuring vocalist, Kara Stronsnider. Along with his keyboard chops and new guitar playing, Adrien breaks out his tenor and soprano on this album, too! As always, Adrien treats his fans to his own rendition of a cover classic- the Billy Preston '70s hit "Will It Go Round In Circles". Forget what you know about this song and other past covers of this classic! Adrien changes this song up in ways only his 'groove intuition' could fathom! "Dance, Dance, Dance" pays homage to the DC "go-go" tradition. "You can't live this close to DC and not get the 'go-go' bug."
Groove Research is at CDBaby.
Adrien Re
Groove Research
Greg Manning – Dance With You
Swiss-American keyboardist Greg Manning is in the Smooth Jazz scene perfectly at home. He worked as musical director with Jonathan Butler and also performed with Brian McKnight, Kirk Whalum, Will Downing, Richard Elliot, Gerald Albright, Chante Moore, Mindi Abair and many more.
His debut album Soulciety was released in 1999, followed by his sophomore album The Calling in 2010. His newest album Dance With You was released on Kalimba Music in 2014.
Among the plethora of participating musicians one should especially mention sax players Gianni Vancini, Brad Rambur, Elan Trotman, Vincent Ingala, Jimmy Reid, and Mindi Abair, guitarists Darrell Crooks, Terry Wollman and Bruce Nazarian and bass player Chris Golden.
Dance With You
Greg Manning
Joanne Tatham – Out of My Dreams
When a jazz vocalist digs into the vault of classic songs, the session can be a challenge. How to revisit popular songs without being cast aside as just another spin. The key is vocal style and solid arrangements. Joanne Tatham has both with Out of My Dreams (Café Pacific Records, 2014).
One song in the set, "Detour Ahead," could describe Tatham's path leading to this project. In 1993, she left a career as a New York musical-comedy performer. She married a television writer, | 1,618 |
No. 3 Montrose football raced out to a 17-0 lead, and went on to grab a big top-5 win over No. 5 Fruita Monument on Thursday.
Montrose won the Class<|fim_middle|>"Montrose did a good job of switching their strength, which took our defense time to adjust," Fruita Monument coach Cameron Ross said. "Overall, they executed better then we did on both sides of the ball." | 4A matchup, 24-12.
"I thought our defense played outstanding, so credit the defensive coaches and kids for executing the game plan," Montrose coach Brett Mertens said. "I thought we ran the ball effectively in the first half."
After a 27-yard field goal from Landon Ruiz Diaz to open the scoring in the first quarter, Montrose got the ball back and made it 10-0 on Chris Eckerman's four-yard touchdown early in the second quarter.
Montrose then forced Fruita Monument to punt, and drove 74 yards down the field for yet another touchdown. It was Eckerman again, this time scoring from 12 yards.
In the third quarter, Montrose pushed its lead to 24-0 on a 65-yard touchdown pass from Keagan Goodwin to Cauy Boulden.
Fruita Monument's Zach Rush threw for a touchdown and rushed for another in the loss.
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Вместе с тем сулиндак является весьма гепатотоксичным препаратом. По некоторым данным, сулиндак служит причиной 25 % случаев НПВП-гепатопатии, имеющей черты холестатического или смешанного поражения печени.
По состоянию на 2012 год регистрация данного препарата в России аннулирована.
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Сульфоксиды | ственное средство, нестероидный противовоспалительный препарат из группы производных уксусной кислоты. Как и другие НПВП, может использоваться при лечении острых и хронических воспалительных процессов. Точный механизм его действия неизвестен, однако считается, что он так же, как и другие препараты этого класса, неселективно ингибирует фермент циклооксигеназу ЦОГ-1 и ЦОГ-2, подавляя синтез простагландинов. Первоначально был разработан и выведен на рынок фирмой Merck & Co. (США) под торговой маркой «Клинорил» (Clinoril).
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King Football
Author: Michael OriardPublish On: 2005-12-15
Harris was reinstated on appeal (after a student strike and intervention by the Civil Liberties Union) but declined the privilege and wrote King Football instead. A few years later, another radical critic, James Wechsler, ...
Author: Michael Oriard
Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
This landmark work explores the vibrant world of football from the 1920s through the 1950s, a period in which the game became deeply embedded in American life. Though millions experienced the thrills of college and professional football firsthand during these years, many more encountered the game through their daily newspapers or the weekly Saturday Evening Post, on radio broadcasts, and in the newsreels and feature films shown at their local movie theaters. Asking what football meant to these millions who followed it either casually or passionately, Michael Oriard reconstructs a media-created world of football and explores its deep entanglements with a modernizing American society. Football, claims Oriard, served as an agent of "Americanization" for immigrant groups but resisted attempts at true integration and racial equality, while anxieties over the domestication and affluence of middle-class American life helped pave the way for the sport's rise in popularity during the Cold War. Underlying these threads is the story of how the print and broadcast media, in ways specific to each medium, were powerful forces in constructing the football culture we know today.
Football s Blackest Hole
Author: Craig ParkerPublish On: 2003
As the football came toward him , King rotated to his right , backed up a few steps , snared the pass over his right shoulder at the Oakland 38 - yard line and took off dashing down the left sideline . Bob Chandler — who was primary ...
Author: Craig Parker
Publisher: Frog Books
TAKE THIS SUPER BOWL AND SHOVE IT. At least that's what Oakland Raiders' fan Craig Parker thinks. A card-carrying member of Raider Nation, Parker adds a new chapter to the written history of the Silver and Black. Writing from the too often dismissed perspective of the dedicated fan, Parker gives voice to the hopes, fears, prejudices, and fantasies of not only the usual suspects in the Black Hole, but also of the ordinary folks at home on the couch. Against the backdrop of the nearly triumphant 2002 season, Parker gloats over victories, agonizes over defeats, and exchanges insults with opposing fans (The Denver Donkies?). He recounts in detail the greatest wins in Raider history, and provides imaginative but sincere excuses for the biggest losses (The "Immaculate Deception"). Ever the paranoiac, he explains Raider Mystique and the rule changes adopted by the NFL to counter it. Boston Heraldsportswriter George Kimball states: "Parker, in any case, writes very well, has a sharp eye for detail, and remembers more than just about any sportswriter I could name." From Parker's viewpoint, Raiders football is not just a game; it's a way of life. Family loyalty is the cardinal virtue: respect Al Davis, love all current Raiders, and honor the memory of the past. Parker maintains an edgy but positive attitude throughout the book. He extols the Raiders' dedication to excellence, their emphasis on teamwork, and their amazing ability to overcome adversity brought on (mostly) by forces outside the organization. In Parker's world, even in defeat, the Raiders honor the game of football and their dedicated followers. This book is a must read for Raider fans, as well as other football fans seeking comfort in numbers. It justifies being a fan. It reminds us of our darkest thoughts, our wildest fantasies. It brings back the glorious past, and it raises our hopes for the future.
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Football Culture and Power
Author: David J. LeonardPublish On: 2016-10-14
King, Richard C. and Springwood, Charles Fruehling. Beyond the Cheers: Race and Spectacle in College Sport. New York: State University of New York, 2001. Print. King, Samantha. "Offensive Lines: Sport-State Synergy in an Era of ...
Author: David J. Leonard
What does it mean when a hit that knocks an American football player unconscious is cheered by spectators? What are the consequences of such violence for the participants of this sport and for the entertainment culture in which it exists? This book brings together scholars and sport commentators to examine the relationship between American football, violence and the larger relations of power within contemporary society. From high school and college to the NFL, Football, Culture, and Power analyses the social, political and cultural imprint of America's national pastime. The NFL's participation in and production of hegemonic masculinity, alongside its practices of racism, sexism, heterosexism and ableism, provokes us to think deeply about the historical and contemporary systems of violence we are invested in and entertained by. This social scientific analysis of American football considers both the positive and negative power of the game, generating discussion and calling for accountability. It is fascinating reading for all students and scholars of sports studies with an interest in American football and the wider social impact of sport.
Author: Richard C. CrepeauPublish On: 2020-09-14
98–104; McDonough et al., 75 Seasons, 50; Oriard, King Football, 49, 200–209. 16. Coenen, From Sandlots, 95–98. 17. Oriard, King Football, 208–9; McDonough et al., 75 Seasons, 55–56. 18. George Preston Marshall, "Pro Football is Better ...
Author: Richard C. Crepeau
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
A multi-billion-dollar entertainment empire, the National Football League is a coast-to-coast obsession that borders on religion and dominates our sports-mad culture. But today's NFL also provides a stage for playing out important issues roiling American society. The updated and expanded edition of NFL Football observes the league's centennial by following the NFL into the twenty-first century, where off-the-field concerns compete with touchdowns and goal line stands for headlines. Richard Crepeau delves into the history of the league and breaks down the new era with an in-depth look at the controversies and dramas swirling around pro football today: Tensions between players and Commissioner Roger Goodell over collusion, drug policies, and revenue; The firestorm surrounding Colin Kaepernick and protests of police violence and inequality; Andrew Luck and others choosing early retirement over the threat to their long-term health; Paul Tagliabue's role in covering up information on concussions; The Super Bowl's evolution into a national holiday. Authoritative and up to the minute, NFL Football continues the epic American success story.
The Victorian Football Miscellany
Author: Paul BrownPublish On: 2013-05-29
CARD KING Football cards were first issued in 1887 by Bradford toy shop owner John Baines. The self-styled 'Football Card King' oper- ated from a dolls' hospital on Bradford's North Parade, and distributed his cards from a ...
Author: Paul Brown
Publisher: Superelastic
The Victorian Football Miscellany is a quirky and fascinating collection of trivia, facts and anecdotes from football's earliest years. Delve into an absorbing world of ox-bladder balls, baggy-kneed knickerbockers and outstanding moustaches, and read remarkable tales of the first ever cup final, the invention of the shinpad, the evolution of dribbling, the first own goal and a seemingly-invincible penalty-taking elephant. Other entries cover the foundation of the Football Association, the development of the Laws of the Game and the origins of football's most popular clubs. Packed with stories, profiles and lists, this is an indispensable guide to the colourful and unusual world of 19th century football.
Australian Rules Football During the First World War
Author: Dale BlairPublish On: 2017-10-16
'King. Football'. Abstract While the advent of war had adversely affected the close of the 1914 football season, the game's organisers approached the 1915 season with few qualms. It was expected that the war, while an obvious ...
Author: Dale Blair
The book explores the intersection between the Great War and patriotism through an examination of the effects of both on Australia's most popular football code. The work is chronological, and therefore provides an easy path by which events may be followed. Ultimately it seeks to shine a light on and provide considerable detail to a much-ignored period in Australian Rules football history, including women's football history, that was subject to much upheaval and which reflected considerable social and class divisions in society at the time. One hundred years on, the Australian Football League presents past soldier footballers as unequivocal representatives of a unifying national 'Anzac' spirit. That is far from the reality of football's First World War experience.
Football Hooliganism Fan Behaviour and Crime
Author: M. HopkinsPublish On: 2014-05-13
Jones, D. and Rivers, T.(2002) Soul Crew: The Inside Story of Britain's Most Notorious Hooligan Gang. Bury: Milo Books. Khan, R.(2010) Memoirsof anAsianFootball Casual. London: Pennant. King, J. (1996) The Football Factory.
Author: M. Hopkins
Focusing on a number of contemporary research themes and placing them within the context of palpable changes that have occurred within football in recent years, this timely collection brings together essays about football, crime and fan behaviour from leading experts in the fields of criminology, law, sociology, psychology and cultural studies.
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Football and American Identity
Author: Frank HoffmannPublish On: 2013-10-08
Michael Oriard, King football (Chapel Hill: The University of North Carolina Press, 2001), p. 330. 18. Mac E. Barricks, " Racial riddles and the Polack joke," Keystone Folklore Quarterly, 15(1) (Spring 1970): 11. 19.
Author: Frank Hoffmann
Learn the value of football to American society No sport reflects the American value system like football. Visitors to the United States need only watch a game or two to learn all they need to know about the American way of life and the beliefs, attitudes, and concerns of American society. Football and American Identity examines the social conditions and cultural implications found in the football subculture, represented by core values such as competition, conflict, diversity, power, economic success, fair play, liberty, and patriotism. This unique book goes beyond the standard fare on football strategy and history, or the biographies of famous players and coaches, to analyze the reasons why the game is the essence of the American spirit. Author Gerhard Falk, Professor of Sociology at the State University College of New York at Buffalo, examines football as a game, as a business, and as a reflection of the diversity in American life. Football and American Identity also addresses the relationship between football and the media, with much of the game's income generated by advertising and endorsements, and examines the presence of crime in football culture. The book discusses the development of the game—and those involved in it—at the Pop Warner, college, and professional levels, examining the social<|fim_middle|>009. 14. USA, Canada, China, India, Denmark, England, West Germany, Norway, Republic of Ireland, Sweden, New Zealand, ...
Author: Jayne Caudwell
This book examines the complex ways in which girls and women experience football cultures in Britain. It extends current debate surrounding women and football (namely, how gender has functioned to shape women's experiences of playing the game), by focusing on organisational, administrative and coaching practices, alongside the particular issues surrounding sexuality, ethnicity and disability (not only gender). The book analyses football and gender to reveal the subtle forms of discrimination that persist. It is important to highlight the many challenges and transformations made by girls and women but more importantly to consider the ways power continues to operate to devalue and undermine girls and women involved in the game. The UK-based authors make use of their recent research findings to offer critical debate on girls' and women's current experiences of British football cultures. Overall the book reveals the present day complexities of marginalisation and exclusion. This book was published as a special issue of Sport and Society.
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Football and Community in the Global Context
Author: Adam BrownPublish On: 2013-10-31
King, A. 'Outlineofa Practical TheoryofFootballViolence'.Sociology 19, no. 4(1995): 635–651. King, A.'The Lads: MasculinityandtheNew Consumption of Football'. Sociology 31,no.2 (1997a): 329–346. King, A.'The Postmodernity ofFootball ...
Author: Adam Brown
Football clubs across the world continue to embody many of the collective symbols, identifications and processes of connectivity which have long been associated with the notion of 'community'. In recent years, however, the very term 'community' has become the focus of renewed interest within popular discourse and amongst academics, politicians and policy makers. It has become something of a 'buzz' word, wheeled out as both a lament to more certain times and as an appeal to a better future: a term imbued with all the richness associated with human interaction. 'Community' has also been employed increasingly within football, for instrumental reasons concerned with policy and stadium redevelopment, and in broader rhetoric about clubs, their localities and fans. This book brings together a range of key debates around contemporary understandings of 'community' in world football. Split into four sections, it considers political and theoretical debates around football and its connection with community; different national and ethnic football communities; instrumental uses of football to bridge gaps within and between groups; future directions in the football and community debate. This book was published as a special issue of Soccer & Society.
Women s Football in the UK
Author: Jayne CaudwellPublish On: 2013-10-18
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More than 2,800 people died last year as a result of the overdose crisis
Ottawa is planning to boost treatment options for opioid drug users as it tries to deal with what Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor is calling a national public health crisis.
Petitpas Taylor outlined some of the steps the federal government aims to take at a conference Wednesday of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.
More than 2,800 people died last year as a result of the crisis and Petitpas Taylor said that number is expected to exceed 3,000 in 2017.
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"This situation certainly keeps me up at night," she said. "These numbers aren't abstract to me. I know the toll that the opioid crisis is having in our communities such as Vancouver."
She said the government plans to support pilot projects to provide safer opioid alternatives, such as the pain medication dilaudid, at supervised consumption sites. There are 25 such sites across Canada and locations for the pilots are expected to be announced in a few weeks.
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They will be funded through the federal Substance Use and Addictions Program, which provides $26.3 million in funding a year to tackle substance use issues.
Petitpas Taylor added that she wants to work with provinces and territories to find a better way to establish temporary overdose prevention sites if there's an urgent need.
"This is an emergency and … sometimes the short-term measures need to be taken to address the reality on the ground," she said in her speech.
"We are in the midst of a national public health crisis and no one group or government can address it alone."
Ottawa also aims to hold consultations on removing some of the barriers to obtaining prescription-grade heroin so that users don't have to visit a hospital several times a day.
"Right now, if you would like to provide prescription-grade heroin, it must be done in a hospital setting. We're consulting on whether or not we should remove those barriers so that it can be accessed in more places," said Suzy McDonald, assistant deputy minister in charge of opioid response.
Another plan is to allow drug-checking services to ensure safety at all authorized supervised consumption sites should they want to offer it.
The Liberal government's most recent budget set aside $100 million over five years to fight the opioid crisis.
Petitpas Taylor announced Wednesday that one-third of that money would be put in a harm reduction fund, which includes efforts to prevent infectious diseases like HIV and hepatitis C amongst intravenous drug users. Part of that fund is also earmarked for the Dr. Peter Centre in Vancouver so that it can provide training to new supervised consumption sites across Canada.
Petitpas Taylor said decriminalization is off the table.
"We are exploring other avenues right now."
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DEBORAH ALLEN TO HOST COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM 'SONGWRITER SESSION' SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning country music singer/songwriter Deborah Allen will be bringing her songs to life with an at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's Ford Theater Saturday, February 9that 11:30 AM. During this special acoustic performance the audience will hear the stories behind the songs of some of Deborah Allen's biggest hits, including those she has penned for others.
"It's always an honor to perform at the Country Music Hall of Fame," says Deborah. "It's sacred ground in Nashville, and welcomes country music lovers from all over the world. There are so many beautiful, personal items from the history of our genre. It is a treasure."
Attendees must have a Program Ticket to guarantee admission to this event. Program Tickets are free with Museum admission or membership and distributed two hours prior to the event at the Museum's box office on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating is general admission and limited.
Museum members may also reserve their Program Tickets in advance by phone at 615-416-2050 or via Reservations@countrymusichalloffame.org. Reservations are accepted until 48<|fim_middle|> Of Love," "Break These Chains" and her signature song, "Baby I Lied."
In addition to her success as a singer-songwriter, Deborah has also written the classic children's book, 'The Loneliest Christmas Tree' and recently played a role in the movie 'The Least Of These – A Christmas Story' starring Michael Nicolosi, Tayla Lynn and Duane Allen of The Oak Ridge Boys, which is currently available on Amazon Prime Video. Deborah not only acted in the film, she performed five songs included on the soundtrack, three of which she wrote.
About The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum:
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum collects, preserves, and interprets country music and its history for the education and entertainment of diverse audiences. In exhibits, publications, and educational programs, the museum explores the cultural importance and enduring beauty of the art form. The museum is operated by the Country Music Foundation, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization chartered by the state of Tennessee in 1964. The museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, and since 2015 has welcomed over one million patrons each year, placing it among the most visited museums in the U.S. The Country Music Foundation operates Historic RCA Studio BTM, Hatch Show Print® poster shop, CMF Records, the Frist Library and Archive, and CMF Press. Museum programs are supported by Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission, Tennessee Arts Commission, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
More information about the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is available at www.countrymusichalloffame.org or by calling (615) 416-2001. | hours before the program, or until the program is at capacity. Tickets reserved by members are available for pickup at the membership desk in the Museum's conservatory.
Deborah has penned more than 1,600 compositions for hundreds of artists, including smash hits by LeAnn Rimes, Brooks & Dunn, Patty Loveless, Conway Twitty, Tanya Tucker, Janie Fricke, John Conlee, Isaac Hayes, Diana Ross, Sheena Easton, Fleetwood Mac and many more. She found success of her own, hitting the charts with unique songs like "I've Been Wrong Before," "I Hurt For You," "Rock Me," "If You're Not Gonna Love Me," "Wrong Side | 147 |
Best European One day Granfondos
Granfondo....Sportive....Cyclo....?? call them what you want, but these mass participation cycling events have become the most popular form of competitive bike riding that is currently leaving road racing & time trial events way behind.
Firstly, importantly, I want to explain why I think the granfondo market is so popular.....the open format enables all levels of riders to be involved. You could have been riding for 6 months or 20 years. From riders who's goal may be just to finish the event to those aiming to cross the line in the top 10, everyone stands on the same early morning start line. Everyone takes a timing chip. Everyone rides the same course. Everyone get a finishing time & placement which means so much to so many............Whether novice or elite: All Different - All Equal.
I thought I should spend a little time breaking down all the jargon and running you through some of the European cycling events that we know you will love.
Many of the European events tackle the most famous, iconic road climbs in the world. Alpine that have seen epic battles<|fim_middle|> event like, l'Etape du Tour and Maratona dles Dolomites is on.....yes, you guessed it......Sunday 5th of July 2020...... perhaps these organisers should start talking to one another to ensure better planning for 2021.
Tour Du Mont Blanc - This is a different beast altogether. More of an Ultra event this baby takes on 338kms and 8500ms....yes, that's what I said 8500ms!! The event can be ridden as a duo although the big trend currently is to ride it solo. Based in the Northern Alps, starting and finishing in les Saisies, it takes on the famous Mont Blanc loop: France, Switzerland and Italy in one huge day.......including as you can imagine a lot of climbing. The Col du Grand st Bernard, Col du Petit St Bernard, Cormet de Roselend to name a few. This is a slightly newer event but run by the same experienced company that owns the La Marmotte brand so you're in safe hands. Only enter this if you love pain.
Who can tackle a Granfondo? Well I would say that fitness-wise if you have a good base level fitness, whether from cycling or another sport, and are prepared to put the training miles in then anybody can get round a European granfondo...but you will need to put in at least a years worth of bike training and be comfortable covering up to 60-80 miles on your bike. The biggest problem for new riders is that in these events you will be required to ride & descend in close proximity to other riders which requires honing your group bike handling skills. I recommend joining a cycling club if you can to learn the basic race craft & cycling etiquette from other riders. These skills will help you massively in your event. I would also strongly advise riding a few cyclosportives in the UK (or wherever you live) before you gear up to head to Europe. Finally choose your event wisely and make sure suits you as a rider. So, if you hate riding up hills don't do a mountain granfondo.....stick to the Northern classics!!
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L'Etape du Tour - Probably the most famous & biggest sportive since 1993, organised by the ASO the same body that run the "big show the Tour de France. Eager competitors have the honour of riding a stage of the Tour de France just a few days before the Pro Peloton tackle it themselves. The parcours is usually based around the Queen Stage of that years event, sprinkled with mountain climbs. Different every year, which keeps bringing people back and why it is so popular also.....who doesn't want to say "I rode what the Pros ride". Held on fully closed roads with close to 16,000 riders and normally with crowd lined climbs like a real stage of the Tour de France it is on many riders to do lists. For 2020 the event is taking place on Sunday 5th July. The 177km course will tackle 3570ms of climbing starting and finishing on the beautiful French Rivera NICE TO NICE....this is quite often peoples first experience of a real "closed road" event and sometimes their first time riding in the mountains at all. Plus this year the bonus is the start and finish are in one location making the experience more enjoyable overall
So next up with have Maratona Dles Dolomites-Enel. This is probaly the most prestigous, longest running of the Italian Granfondos and surely the most famous! 2020 sees the 34 edition. As with the Etape, this is a fully closed road event taking in the tunning Sella Ronda Loop with iconic climbs: the Campolongo, Pordoi, Passa Sella, Gardena, Giau, Valparola....yummy! The event has 3 different "pick on the day" courses all based around this stunning loop. The orignal loop of 138kms - 4240ms with a profile like shark's teeth! Middle course at 106kms - 3130ms and last but not least the Sellaronda course at 55kms - 1780m. So something for everyone plus because of the way the loops work, if you set off on the biggest course and decide you have bitten off more than you can chew you can change on to a smaller course during the event as each loop passes through the same finish line in Corvara. The Maratona dles Dolomites - Enel is held on Sunday 5th of July 2020.
La Marmotte Alpes - My personal favourite in France and in my opinion one of the toughest one-day events on a bike! Again, this granfondo has got years of history with the first edition being in 1982. It quite simply tackles some most of the most iconic climbs in the French Alps with over 174kms - 5000ms of climbing! The early start line is in Bourg d'Oisans at the base of the feared Alpe d' Huez. It first tackles the Col du Glandon, Col de Telegraph , Col du Galibier!! you finish the beast at the top of the most famous 21 switch backs in cycling history at Alpe d' Huez....This granfondo is not for the faint hearted. Like most mountain based fondos weather conditions have a big impact on the day. Past years have seen red hot conditions which can be a huge factor on people finishing or not. Hittong Alpe d'Huez in 30+ degrees heat can finish many a rider's day..........likewise if bad weather, with most of the peaks above 2000ms, the teeth will be chattering. Again this | 822 |
When in February, Pioneer and Vizio announced they were exiting the plasma TV market, many thought that next to follow will be LG. But LG's response was a complete line of innovative plasma HDTVs - from entry-level to high-end yet affordable THX display-certified plasma HDTVs.
Features abound even on entry-level 720p series while the high-end LG PS80 plasma TVs come with one of the most advanced and innovative features that HDTV technology has ever delivered; and this at a price that is well below that of the competition. In particular, the massive 60-inch LG 60PS80 plasma TV represents a most compelling option for the home theater on a budget.
In this LG plasma TV product guide, we first introduce you to the full LG plasma line for 2009; we then proceed to review LG's high-end PS80 series.
A relatively inexpensive 2013 LG HDTV that is no ordinary plasma TV!
Apart from solid picture performance and great TV design, this LG plasma TV comes with extensive features, including LG Smart TV and LG's unique Magic remote. It is also one of the few HDTVs at its price that is ISFccc-ready for professional calibration.
LG Electronics is one of the world's largest consumer electronics manufacturers. It is also the TV maker that during these last few years has kept gaining a constant market share in both plasma and LCD HDTVs sales thanks to its innovative design concepts and a best-value to price ratio.
Although as a TV maker, LG mainly concentrates on its LCD HDTV line, yet its 20<|fim_middle|>DTVs. Expert reviews appearing on both Cnet and hometheatermag.com agree that the blacks on the LG PS80 can turn out to be disappointing for a high-end HDTV - with the set main weakness being its inability in rendering absolute black levels.
This is the main reason for the somewhat poorer picture and the slightly less saturated colors on the LG in comparison to that on corresponding Samsung and Panasonic sets.
As we often say, a deep shade of black is an extremely important picture quality parameter as it helps render better those difficult-to-define quality attributes like picture depth, picture detail - especially in television and movie scenes where lots of dark and light content is shown simultaneously, and color richness. Indirectly, a better black level also leads to better rendering of picture contrast. This does not mean that the LG PS80 picture quality is sub-standard. As we have already expressed earlier on, these LG plasma TVs have a great picture with natural-looking accurate colors - with a picture that Home Theater magazine defines as bright and crystal clear, one that looks good with most broadcast content and that you will definitely enjoy.
Video processing is clean and free from video artifacts. This is an area where LG PS80 does better than Panasonic G10 and V10 sets - especially when handling standard definition material.
Screen performance is not as good as Samsung or Panasonic. Glare is not an issue but the anti-reflective coating on these LG plasma TVs is not capable of sufficiently attenuating reflections of bright objects in the room especially when displaying predominantly dark content - in which case the LG screen acts like a mirror. This is something that quite a few customers have complained about.
At this screen size, things get rather more problematic - making proper TV placement essential to avoid picking up reflections of objects in the room.
As with Samsung B860, image retention (IR) can be a bit of an issue with this TV especially during the first 200 or so hours of use when displaying predominantly static content. This is typical of the latest brighter plasma display panels due to the use of more sensitive phosphors. Image retention is not a problem in that it is totally reversible as long as burn-in has not taken place. Just activate LG 'Color Wash' and in extreme cases use the 'White Wash' feature. One expects IR to lessen and eventually disappear after about 200hrs of use.
Note however that you can do a lot to help protect your plasma TV investment by simply keeping the brightness and contrast levels down, especially during the first few hundred hours. During this period, the fresh phosphors in plasma display panels burn more intensely as they are ignited. More on protecting your plasma TV investment is available on our site here.
LG NetCast offers an extremely positive and enjoyable TV-Internet experience. As most customers agree, it is highly responsive. On out part, we think it represents the best implementation of IPTV-based interactive features found on high-end HDTVs.
Sound quality is surprisingly very good for the TV 'invisible speakers' system, a lot better than most flat panel HDTVs from other major brands. But you still have to hook this massive plasma TV to a proper surround sound system for the best audio-visual experience that these LG plasma TVs can deliver.
The bottom line: At an online price of just under $2,000, LG's massive 60-inch 60PS80 high-end plasma definitely represents the best overall value pack at this screen size for the home theater on a budget.
This is the TV that comes with the best feature set; LG NetCast is a joy to use, there are plenty of inputs to choose from, and its elegant design would surely add impact to any room decor. LG THX mode delivers a great picture thanks to its highly accurate color while the included Picture Wizard is an added bonus to the already extended set of user-adjustable picture settings for those who like to play around with the user controls for the best picture.
It is true that the LG picture quality is not exactly in line with corresponding Panasonic or Samsung TVs but... the LG PS80 is $700 cheaper and comes with a picture that you would definitely love and enjoy. This makes the LG a worthy option; experts agree that the differences in picture quality mainly becomes noticeable only in side-by-side comparison. Taken on its own, the 60PS80 LG plasma TV is definitely a great big screen TV worth every dollar.
Note: All prices quoted in this 2009 LG Plasma TV Guide were correct at the time of this write-up. Prices of HDTVs change continuously; we therefore advise to check the respective amazon links for the latest price updates and online offers. | 09 line of plasma TVs still constitutes one of the most advanced and valid options in the industry. LG real strength in the TV industry arises out of its ability to deliver feature-packed HDTVs at a most affordable price tag - in particular at the really big-screen TV end of the market.
In this respect LG definitely delivers better than the competition. In particular, the massive 60-inch LG 60PS80 represents quite an interesting option for the home theater and home entertainment in general. Admittedly, LG picture quality is not up to that of corresponding sets from Samsung or Panasonic due to LG lighter shade of black. But this LG plasma TV still delivers a great picture overall with superb accurate colors thanks to its THX picture mode, a great stylish one-sheet design, and extensive advanced features with integrated Netflix support and numerous user-adjustable picture settings. And this high-end TV from LG comes at a price that is well below that of the competition.
LG Plasma TV line for 2009 comprises eight models ranging in screen size from 42-inch to 60-inch - covering both entry-level TVs as well as a full line of THX display-certified HDTVs.
Entry-level LG plasma models include the 50-inch 720p LG 50PQ20 ($800); this is the cheapest 50-inch model within the 2009 LG lineup. This is followed by the 42-inch LG 42PQ30 ($650) and the 50-inch LG 50PQ30 ($860).
Despite being entry-level, these 720p TVs still come with a few interesting features and the latest cutting edge 600Hz sub-field drive technology which LG calls Smooth Motion. As with present plasma display technology, LG new display panel supports dynamic mega-contrast ratio levels, improved picture brightness at lower power consumption than previous generation panels, 100,000hrs panel life, and a wider tonal range for improved color accuracy.
The higher brightness levels supported by the new LG plasma panel make these LG plasma TVs suitable as direct replacement to LCDs under bright lighting environments. However, LG shiny screen can be an issue under bright lighting in that the anti-glare coating found on these LG plasma TVs is not as effective as that found on similar sets from Panasonic and Samsung.
Features include LG SimpLink to control other compatible HDMI-connected devices with the TV remote, multiple picture modes - including a Game mode, and extended user-adjustable picture controls. When it comes to the TV audio, entry-level sets get the same treatment as LG high-end models. Audio comes at 10W RMS per channel and includes among others, SRS TruSurround XTTM for simulated surround sound via the set two speaker system. Connectivity is more adequate for entry-level TVs and includes 3 HDMI inputs, a PC input, USB for JPEG and MP3 files, and a complete suite of analog video inputs - including an S-video. The latter is often skipped on the latest HDTVs from other top brands. You also find an RS232 port for servicing and external TV control.
Conveniences include a swivel stand - missing even on the most expensive Panasonic HDTVs, a full suite of smart energy saving options including the use of an intelligent sensor to control the TV brightness according to the room ambient light level, three modes of image retention control, and a useful freeze-frame feature that will let you freeze the current frame content till you take note say of a contact number during a commercial.
Moving up the LG plasma TV line for 2009, one finds the two THX display-certified plasma series, the PS60 with its 50-inch LG 50PS60 ($1,050) and 60-inch LG 60PS60 ($1,750), followed by LG high-end PS80 sets, the 50-inch LG50PS80 ($1,300) and the 60-inch LG 60PS80 ($1,950) already referred to above. Both LG plasma TV series come with an almost identical specification set and add THX display certification, LG Picture Wizard to help you set the picture settings correctly, a fourth HDMI input, and LG 'single layer' design.
In addition, LG PS80 HDTVs include other picture enhancement features like 48Hz Cinema Mode for proper rendering of 24p content over HDMI without any judder. However, the real significant difference however between the PS60 and the PS80 LG plasma TVs is the presence of LG NetCast in the higher-end series. This is similar to Panasonic VieraCast and Samsung Medi@2.0 IPTV entertainment access with the difference that LG NetCast includes support for streaming of Netflix movies - a first of its kind among high-end models from major brands.
LG has also recently launched a third 60-inch plasma TV, the LG 60PS11 ($1,900). From a features perspective, the PS11 is basically a no-frills massive plasma TV with similar features to entry-level PQ30 LG plasma TVs, with just a slight difference though. The PS11 brings with it what LG calls 24p Real Cinema to display 24p sources without image judder - similar to the 24p support on PS80 LG plasma TVs.
At the present online prices, 42-inch and 50-inch LG plasma TVs face serious competition from the main leaders in the field despite that these are selling at about the same price as corresponding sets from Samsung and Panasonic. Mind you, LG plasma TVs are capable of delivering a great picture overall and possibly have the best feature set for the price.
However, for many LG does not have a sufficient extra-edge over the competition to turn most consumers away from Samsung and Panasonic. Samsung plasma TVs have a similarly rich feature set and are capable of an excellent picture. And if you are after the best in picture quality, Panasonic plasma TVs delivers better.
Instead, it is at the 60-inch screen category that LG is the king; in particular, it is LG high-end series that is LG's winning card for 2009. You see, for most consumers, the primary issue in HDTV choice is often a matter of price.
At this massive screen size, the 60PS80 LG plasma TV delivers more than its main competition - in spite of its significantly lower price - in terms of overall value thanks to its superior and more technologically advanced feature set. Experts agree that though the LG picture quality is not exactly in line with high-end sets from Panasonic or Samsung, yet this massive LG 60-inch plasma TV is still capable of delivering a great picture for your home entertainment at a budget.
Priced at about the same as 58-inch plasma sets from Panasonic S1 and Samsung B650, this larger LG plasma TV comes with a feature set that is in line with that of the more expensive Samsung Series 8 and Panasonic V10 high-end sets. Netflix streaming, picture calibration wizard, THX display certification, 24p input support and single-sheet design, are just but a few of the features we have already referred to in our introduction. We now take a detailed look at LG's top plasma TV to discover why this is LG's winning card for 2009.
As expected, the LG high-end series comes with a more refined styling than the rest of the 2009 LG line-up.
It uses a similar 'single layer' design as that found on PS60 LG plasma TVs. This 'top' layer extends from edge to edge covering the set slightly wider black bezel for an extremely high-end look that differentiates the PS80 from the competition.
This is LG's 2nd generation single layer design. On the PS80, it looks quite impressive and helps further enhances the set ultra-flat appearance. It is equivalent to the 'single sheet of glass' design found on the more expensive Panasonic V10 series.
Below the LG screen is a simple horizontal strip with a subtle chrome accent on the left side, just over the power switch. The sides are edged in a fine metallic silver that matches the pedestal on the swivel stand.
All set controls and front inputs are positioned on the right and left side of the screen; this makes them completely hidden from front view.
The base of the support stand has an almost oval shape and includes a 20 degrees swivel action to either left or right - a much-appreciated convenience that is often missing at this screen size on most HDTVs from other brands. The oval shape of the base is also ingenious shaped in such a manner to enable you to still place the TV quite close to the wall should you desire so.
Panel thickness stands at 3.2 inches without the stand - almost the same as the Panasonic V10. Overall dimensions without the stand are 57.7" x 36.5" x 3.2" (W x H x D).
As with other plasmas from top brands, these LG plasma TVs' glossy screen comes with anti-glare coating which while still effective in minimizing glare, it is not as effective as Panasonic AR coating or Samsung FilterBrightTM ant-glare technology.
User menu on the LG PS80 plasma TV follows on the footsteps of the less expensive series and includes the same basic user menu and navigation structure. Overall, its simple layout is functional and very easy to navigate even though there is no on-screen help as is the case with Samsung's equivalents.
Directly associated with the menu is the set remote control which is a modified version of the basic remote provided with the rest of the LG plasma TV line for 2009. The main difference with the PS80 remote is the presence of dedicated buttons for LG NetCast and Yahoo Widgets apart from similar dedicated buttons for LG SimpLink and LG energy saving options - which we like.
If there is an area in which LG excels is the rich feature set provided with its HDTVs; the PS80 LG plasma TV feature set definitely surpass that of the competition. And apart from the latest 600Hz sub-field pixel technology for improved motion resolution and a 2,000,000:1 mega-contrast ratio rating, these LG plasma TVs come with quite a few technologically advanced and we add, useful enhancements.
Top of the list is LG NetCast entertainment access center. Like Panasonic VieraCast and Samsung Medi@2.0, LG NetCast gives you access to internet content direct on your TV via your broadband internet connectivity and the set Ethernet port. NetCast is possibly one of the very best implementations of IPTV functionality and presently provides the best direct TV-internet experience.
A first for LG here is that with NetCast, the user can stream movies, TV shows and videos with Netflix - giving you access to a library of over 15,000 titles. You can also view YouTube videos, and stream Vudu movies in full 1080p HD resolution and 5.1 surround; at present, there are more than 2,000 HD titles to choose from. You also get direct access to Yahoo TV Widgets for up-to-the-minute news, stock information, weather updates, Flickr and much more, without the need for a computer.
Like Panasonic V10, these LG plasma TVs come with THX Display Certification which signifies that the PS80 display has been certified to present all HD and standard definition content at the maximum resolution with the correct color and luminance levels. Termed THX Cinema, LG picture quality in THX mode is excellent with accurate colors; it represents the easiest way to a great picture.
Some may complain that in the THX picture mode, most basic picture settings are unavailable - including the possibility to alter the image brightness level.
But the THX picture mode is mainly an out-of-the-box picture setting intended to deliver the correct picture settings without the need to play around with the set numerous user-adjustable picture controls available under other picture modes. LG provides more than just the basic set of picture enhancement controls. In particular, advanced picture settings include adjustments for color temperature, dynamic contrast, noise reduction, gamma, black level, white balance, and color management support for accurate setting of primary and secondary colors through the use of the provided test patterns.
You also get various aspect ratio settings - including a 'Just Scan' mode for 1:1 pixel matching; this makes these TVs also suitable for use as a big PC monitor.
THX Cinema is just one of seven picture modes. These include the relatively dim-by-design Standard mode whose default settings complies with Energy Star 3.0, a Vivid mode which is too bright for most home environments, a Sport mode and a Game mode to optimize the TV dynamic picture response and colors for fast action sports and games, and two isf-ready Expert modes designed mainly for professional calibration.
Apart from these seven picture modes, the LG PS80 also includes three 3 AV Modes preset to optimize picture and sound settings based on Cinema, Sports or Game content; these can be easily set with a convenient button on the remote control.
LG Picture Wizard enables easy self-calibration by providing on-screen reference points for key picture quality elements like black and white levels, color, tint, and vertical and horizontal sharpness. It's like having a basic calibration disc built into your TV.
LG also provides 24p Cinema mode for direct support of 24p movie content without the use of 2:3 pulldown processing. LG achieves this by repeating each movie frame twice for a video frame rate of 48 Hz; this eliminates judder completely.
Apart from the video features discussed above, all LG plasma TVs for 2009, the PS80 comes with a useful frame-freeze function, build-in timer and three modes of image retention protection which LG refers to as Image Sticking Minimization, or ISM.
Audio comes at 10W RMS per channel and includes SRS TruSurround XTTM for simulated surround sound via the set two speaker system. Speaking of speakers, here is another innovation on part of LG. These LG plasma TVs use a system of what LG calls 'invisible speakers' - originally introduced on 2008 LG HDTVs whereby each speaker is embedded in strategic points behind the front cabinet and use minute vibrations to turn the entire front bezel into a speaker system. This leads to a better quality TV sound than that produced by the down-firing speakers used on most of the competition. In particular, the LG speaker system helps deliver a wider sound field - with sound that appears radiating from the entire front panel.
Connectivity is among the best you can find; this is also one of those HDTVs that still include an S-Video input. Overall, connectivity includes four HDMI ver. 1.3 with x.v.Color and CEC (for use with LG SimpLinkTM to control multiple SimpLinkTM devices via the TV remote), one PC VGA type D-sub 15-pin input, S-video, composite video, two component video, and a USB2.0 port for JPEG, MP3 playback and DivX HD files. An RS232 port is also included for servicing and external TV control such as by using a PC or a Crestron type remote control system - similar to what you find on Panasonic sets.
These TVs are energy star 3.0 compliant and come with a few smart energy saving options - including three settings for an intelligent sensor that automatically adjusts the brightness level according to the light present in the room. Rated average power consumption for the 60-inch 60PS80 LG plasma TV is 360W - which is basically in line with the competition.
From a performance perspective, the 60PS80 LG plasma TV is capable of very good picture - thanks to its THX picture mode. One difference here with respect to the Panasonic THX mode is that the LG THX mode comes with a brighter picture than Panasonic G10 and V10 THX equivalents. Unfortunately, in the THX mode, you cannot adjust even basic picture parameter settings like the brightness level. But this is the same as the THX mode on Panasonic equivalent. You see, the THX mode is mainly designed as an out-of-the-box picture mode.
Color accuracy in THX mode on the LG PS80 is very good - with a color performance that is defined by experts as superb and pleasing - though it is not exactly spot on to the HD standard as is the case with the Samsung B860.
On the other hand, the black level on the LG - while still better than most CCFL-based LCDs, does not compare with that of the latest Panasonic Viera and Samsung plasma H | 3,503 |
<|fim_middle|> your customer succeed, will continue to grow in importance. | Define success, be honest and clear, and provide details and benchmarks.
Nothing you are about to read regarding employee performance will be original or groundbreaking. Most of it is widely known and based on common sense. Starting is just a matter of making a commitment.
Working with your team to systematically improve employee performance can be challenging, frustrating, and rewarding all at once. But it is one of the most important leadership responsibilities you have. To be successful, a leader needs to have two important prerequisites: a well-defined vision of success that is communicated to everyone all the time; and a step-by-step system to propel individual performance supporting that definition.
performance is being evaluated. Having mutual agreement on this keeps performance evaluations objective and focused on positive improvement.
1) Have a candid, detailed conversation about areas where the employee's performance is unacceptable, deficient, does not meet expectations, or is inconsistent with company objectives. This is the step that I most often see handled poorly or skipped altogether. Many people dance around performance issues or sugar-coat their delivery because they don't want to hurt the employee's feelings, or they fear the confrontational nature of difficult, emotional conversation. Unfortunately, "easing" into this discussion guarantees misunderstanding and prevents discussion of details about what is needed for improvement, including a concrete benchmark against which to measure improvement. By trying to be "soft," supervisors make the task of helping to improve employee performance that much more difficult.
Good leaders must be willing to confront employees in a candid, direct way about their performances. I have found this conversation to be most effective if I am well prepared (possibly even having rehearsed what I'll say with a trusted colleague), and if I deliver the feedback taking personal opinion out of the discussion. It's about the employee's performance in the context of what success looks like for that individual's future, not about how I would do the job, or elements of the individual's personality.
2) Define success for the individual and his role in the organization. This includes qualitative and quantitative criteria, as well as a discussion of how the individual is and should be perceived by others. Some criteria can be subjective, but also include objective criteria, the results of which can't be disputed because they are measured.
4) You and the employee can build a list of action items that you both agree, if accomplished, will elevate the employee's performance toward the agreed-upon definition of success. The list should be clear, measurable, and aggressive.
Needless to say, it is important to capture all of this in written form that is clear and detailed, and will provide a full account of the process and agreements when you review it later with the employee to evaluate performance improvement.
You've agreed on what success looks like, where the individual is now, and what action needs to be taken to move from point A to point B. Now, you observe and support the individual, see how he reacts, and the level of responsibility and urgency with which he attacks the challenge.
Paul Grunau is the chief operating officer of APi Group Inc., a billion dollar holding company for more than 32 independent construction and construction-related businesses with 9,000 employees in over 150 locations. Paul is a graduate of Brown University, where he received a bachelor's in economics. He completed his master's of management degree from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
Defining success, documenting plans, and asking questions are keys.
Communication, recognition, and inclusion will help your company retain its most powerful asset.
Deep leadership positions companies to survive and even prosper during challenging times. Such companies possess not only leaders, but also strong leadership teams.
Paul Grunau offers suggestions on how to prepare for and deliver presentations. He says the ability to articulate why your team is the best choice for a project, and the ability to express how you will help | 780 |
Despite the best efforts of retailers, the IGD survey of Retail Logistics for 2004 shows retail distribution costs still increased from 3.44% of total turnover in 2002 to 3.6% in 2003. Investment in the 'hard' elements of the supply chain, such as larger depots, have only been partly successful in tackling the problem, so now many retailers are looking at what answers technology can provide.
Over 5 billion cases are moved through Retailer's distribution sites a year and the drive has been to reduce overall distribution costs and reduce stock holding. Major retailers have invested in their supply chains to help deliver such cost reductions. Larger depots is one such move, investing in technology is another.
Despite this investment transport costs will make up almost 35% of retailer's costs and this is second highest distribution cost element.
Any reduction in transport costs will have a major impact on the<|fim_middle|> equivalent of saving £3.00 per truck, per day, in fuel alone. But the potential benefits are not just restricted to cost savings. The average articulated lorry running 98,000kms/year, generates between 80 and 130 tonnes of Carbon Dioxide. It has been calculated that the environmental benefits of a company like Tesco eliminating queuing at its depots nation wide would include a reduction of 5000 tonnes in CO2 emissions.
Queuing vehicles can stretch around a distribution centre at times, and – worse still – clog up public roads when returning to the DC. Excluding fuel costs a waiting truck costs £20 (Euro 32) per hour to run. Saving just an hour per day could improve an operator's bottom line by £6,000 (Euro 9,320) per truck per year.
Unisto Encrypta Products responded to these pressures faced by their customers by developing a system for eliminating waiting time without compromising security.
How does their system work?
The depot computer system will determine the product to be picked and the schedule to be run on a particular route. Any trailer is loaded on the dock. When the trailer is sealed, the Crypta® Data Tag, fitted to the rear door generates a random seal number which can either be scanned or manually uploaded to the depot PC.
Scanning the Crypta® also records the trailer ID so the depot scheduling system now knows which trailer has been loaded, its seal number and when it was loaded and allocates a driver and tractor unit to the specific route.
The trailer is collected and driven to the depot gates. As it approaches the gate it is interrogated by a Radio Frequency (RF) reader. This reads a passive RFID on the tractor unit, wakes up the Crypta® Data Tag, which transmits back its ID and seal number, and finally captures the driver ID. As long as all the IDs match the barrier is raised and vehicle departs without stopping. Mismatches result in the vehicle being diverted for inspection. The system can identify which vehicle is in which lane, may have the mismatch and can also discriminate between vehicles which may be on circuit around the distribution centre rather than going out.
The system is operated by Unisto's Gatetrak™ software. The software is networkable allowing multi-user and remote login and access. The system will allow a Transport Department to log-in, create/amend any route information, give trailer visibility and produce reports.
At the Gatehouse the screen will indicate validation of the seal number, trailer ID, tractor ID, driver ID etc. Verification can include all or a combination of any of the above.
The software builds a database of all trailer/tractor movements on and off site along with seal openings/closings and driver activity.
Gatetrak™ software not only deals with vehicles fitted with RFID but can also deal with third party suppliers and users of mechanical seals using simple key entry rather than a paper based system, as well as hired in or temporary tractors and trailers.
The software also allows sealing and verification from other systems such as driver ID card access systems.
The system also has the facility to report on arrival/departure of remote sites/stores/branches using the Unisto GateTrak™ LAN reader.
Factory gate pricing is being driven by the grocery trade in an effort to both negotiate lower prices and improve vehicle utilisation with return loads. The downside is that the retailer is responsible for the load on collection. It is even more important to guarantee trailer security on this unchecked leg, but at least the retailer's own truck can be 'green laned' back into the DC whereas suppliers often have to wait.
Once vehicles are within the depot yard knowing where they are can also be a problem. Again, using the RFID solution the Unisto LAN reader will pick up unloaded /open /sealed /loaded status of trailers and locate them in zones.
Networking multiple depots together then gives full asset visibility at any time, saving personnel having to record every trailer number at the end of the week and fax them to a central hub.
'Lost' trailers are flagged up if the system has not seen them for a pre-determined period, for example, 4 days. One of the major maintenance headaches is knowing where trailers are so they can be bought in for their regular MOT inspections and servicing. Gatetrak™ also keeps track of maintenance schedules and warns the system operator of trailers that need to be scheduled in and when. This saves operators from the risk of substantial fines for running trailers without an MOT certificate.
The trucking environment is a fairly hostile one for electronics due to weather conditions, road conditions, vibration and, occasionally rough handling by some operatives. Unisto Encrypta Products has tested its technology to ensure it will continue functioning in all extremes, including temperatures from -40°C to +70°C or submerged 1m under water. It will also withstand 40g shocks and resist any electrical interference. It is a testament to the security of the Crypta® product itself that there are over 70,000 units currently operating in locations from Alaska to Australia. They also have HM Customs & Excise acceptance and meet BS7480 security seal standard.
Trucks contain a high level of metal and can carry metal cages or have thick metal tail lifts to facilitate offloading. The RF system has been designed to cope with these demands whilst keeping power consumption to an acceptably low level.
Because seal numbers and trailer IDs are captured electronically, it is possible to transmit this data to the first delivery locations where the seal can either be verified manually or a reader can be installed for automatic verification. Networking all readers provides seamless security of the whole delivery route, right back to the DC. When used in conjunction with Unisto Encrypta Products' TCP/IP architecture this gives real time internet tracking world-wide.
1. Waiting time is eliminated, enabling operators to optimise drivers' hours.
2. Guarding costs can be reduced. Case studies suggest savings of up to 50% can be achieved without compromising security.
3. Improved efficiencies possible by using software to integrate yard management and asset maintenance.
4. Gatetrak™ reports allow monitoring of on time delivery performance and security even with factory gate pricing.
5. Security verification both on and off site of seal numbers, routes, trailers, tractors and drivers in any combination.
Unisto Encrypta Products offers intrinsically safe versions of its seals for use on petroleum tankers and it will be submitting the tag version for testing as a number of petroleum companies are looking for simple sealed parcel delivery systems.
The benefits in automating distribution centres are clear. However, retailers are actively looking at RFID tagging unit loads to automate the customer delivery. Installing simple readers to automatically check vehicles and loads in at the customer/store end will bring these benefits.
Since 9/11 the USA has been extremely concerned about both shipping containers and trucks entering across its borders. RFID technology is ideally suited to fast track the entry of such vehicles and for the past 18 months an ISO Working Group has been attempting to come up with an International Standard. To date, no agreement has been reached and such an impasse cannot be to the benefit of any legitimate operators.
Whatever happens it appears that the technology is out there and major blue chip companies are testing the benefits. | retailer's bottom line but legislation is conspiring to increase costs rather than reduce them. Operators are increasingly looking at technology to help them reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
Efficient management of transport resources – drivers, tractor units, trailers, maintenance schedules etc is fundamental to maximising utilisation. Ensuring the right resources are in the right place at the right time, as well as having just the right number of pieces of equipment available, is fundamental to any logistics organisation.
There are a number of ways of tracking these assets, of which satellite tracking is probably the best known. This can tell any vehicle where it is on the planet. The downside however, is that data has to be communicated back to the user's central control and this usually has to rely on some radio or mobile phone system. High call costs have users reflecting on other methods of vehicle location and management.
RFID has gained prominence within the retail sector with major retailers like Wal Mart, Tesco, Marks & Spencer and Sainsbury looking at how RFID product tagging can bring them stock control efficiencies. Unfortunately, item level tagging brings little benefit to the manufacturer or the supply chain. In this area it is RFID of unit loads (cases, roll cages, dollies or trucks) that can have a major saving on distribution costs by automating despatch and receiving operations and reducing product theft and losses.
Unisto Encrypta Products claims to be the world leader in reusable electronic seals which, according to the company, are the industry standard for the retail, parcel carriers and bulk food industry. Incorporating RFID technology within their electronic seal now enables users to track and manage their vehicles.
Legislation is putting more pressure on the logistics operation. The forthcoming EU Working Time Directive will restrict drivers to 8 hours/day of driving time. Driving time is defined as "any time the driver is actually driving, or available to drive, the vehicle." Therefore if a driver is waiting in a queue and moving up occasionally, this will count as 'driving time' – and on busy days queues to get in and out of depots can last hours because security must go through specific checks before vehicles can be allowed on or off site.
Unisto Encrypta Products has utilised RFID technology in a way it believes will address both of these problems.
The company developed a battery operated, reusable electronic seal, which is permanently mounted on the truck door next to the locking handle. It electronically generates a random seal number each time the wire cable is passed through the door catch and is secured onto the seal. This number is recorded on the manifest and checked by security.
Such a permanently mounted, reusable system offers considerable cost savings and many security benefits. The electronic seal has a built-in audit trail memory, which records the times and dates of each sealing and opening operation. The cost of the seals is recovered against efficiency improvements within an average of 12-24 months, according to Unisto Encrypta Products' – effectively providing security sealing for free for up to the next six years.
With such a clear benefit, it is perhaps not surprising that figures suggest over half of all retail merchandise currently sold in the UK is secured by Unisto Encrypta Products electronic seals.
With most transport operations, whether it be primary distribution, (goods from manufacturer to distribution warehouse), or secondary (warehouse to end-user), trucks tend to leave at around the same time in order to meet scheduled deliveries.
A distribution centre with 100 trucks, which all stop at the security gate where the tail lift is dropped, the seal checked, tail lift raised, paperwork checked, can take two minutes per truck. To complete these checks for all 100 trucks takes over three hours, then another three hours when all the trucks return.
With a typical truck burning 4 litres of fuel per hour on tick over, saving just one hour a day is the | 775 |
Welcome back to our countdown of Hawks memorable playoff moments. As you may have noticed, we've made it to number 1!
Was there any ever question about which<|fim_middle|> (that came in Game 6), Horford's putback still shifted the momentum of the series in Atlanta's favor. While Horford's departure from Atlanta to the Boston Celtics in 2016 understandably left a bitter taste in many fans' mouths, his game-winning putback in Game 5 played a huge role in getting the Hawks' their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance, and thus earned its spot atop this list.
Can the Predators Keep the Offensive Pressure? | playoff moment would take the number one spot? This was one of the most iconic moments in franchise history, and was one of the main reasons that the Hawks made it to their first Eastern Conference Finals.
As we all know, the Hawks had recently completed their first 60-win regular season in franchise history, complete with a record 4 all-stars. However, none of that mattered in Game 5 against the Wizards. The two teams had split the first four games of the series, with each team winning one road game, setting up a pivotal Game 5 in Atlanta.
From the opening tip, Washington appeared rejuvenated from the return of star point guard John Wall, who had missed Games 2-4 with a wrist injury. The Wizards simply had more energy for the first half, seeming to beat Atlanta to every loose ball. It was Al Horford's monster 23-point, 11-rebound, 5-block game that kept the Hawks in the game.
Atlanta used a huge run in the third quarter, spearheaded by Horford, to take a lead. The fourth quarter was a grueling, grind-out bloodbath. With the score knotted at 78 and under a minute to play, Atlanta forced a turnover, and the 6'10 Horford led a fastbreak which ended with a DeMarre Carrol layup. However, our old friend Paul Pierce responded with a three in the corner to give Washington a 1-point advantage with 8 seconds left. Atlanta had one last chance to win the game.
Following a timeout, Dennis Schroder retrieved the ball at halfcourt, drove to the rim, and was blocked by John Wall. However, no one boxed out Al Horford, who came swooping in to secure the rebound off the backboard and softly laid the ball through the net with just a second left as the crowd's noise nearly took the roof off of Philips Arena. A John Wall halfcourt shot missed and the Hawks were victorious.
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Take note of such fun liturgical twists as the Solemnity of the Annunciation in 2013 (April 8, the first available day to move it to since March 25 is the Monday of Holy Week) and that St. Kateri's first memorial as a saint is unfortunately a Sunday (July 14), so it's not technically her day. Who says being a Catholic doesn't keep you on the edge of your seat?
On the left-hand side of the screen, click the small arrow next to "My calendars," then choose "Create new calendar." Mine is unsurprisingly named "Catholic Calendar." You can fill out the other information if you want to, but it's not necessary. Click the "Create calendar" button.
All the U.S. Catholic holidays for 2011, 2012, and 2013 should be visible now as all-day events. If you click the name of each event, you can see the color of vestments and the rank of the day in the description. For more on ranking, see the Table of Liturgical Days.
Alternatively, you can visit the online version of the calendar and bookmark that or click the button in the bottom left-hand corner to add it to your Google Calendar. Clicking that button will add the events to your primary Google Calendar. I can't remember if you have to confirm it first, so click with caution.
Happy worshiping, and happy Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception! Salve Regina!
I work for the Catholic Church. One of our goals is to help students develop their faith lives, so we try to expose them to different prayers, types of prayer, and ways to pray.
But let me tell you: Modeling spontaneous prayer is tough. It's hard enough to speak in public without vocal fillers, let alone when you're also praying and trying to help other people pray. I'm always looking for ways to get better at my job, so I was delighted to find the method the Church uses for liturgical prayer distilled down into one simple method.
It's called You-Who-Do-Through. Joe Paprocki of Catechist's Journey lays out the details in three posts. First, you direct your prayer toward God or any specific member of the Trinity by any of many titles: Father, God of all creation, Lord of life, and so on.
Next, you "remind" God of something he has done or does now. These can be events from the Bible or less specific: who led the Israelites out of slavery, who is the only just judge, who loves us unconditionally, who called Mary your servant to be the mother of Jesus.
Then comes what is often the longest part of the prayer: you tell God what you want him to do. Bless this meeting and us your servants; fill us with hope; heal all those afflicted with<|fim_middle|> that) is better than the alternative.
I taught some of our student leaders a new prayer method, and they produced some great results with it. I've been intentionally applying it more myself, and I like it. I have just started a draft of a separate post on that topic, so look for it tomorrow.
I started using my new intro at work: "Hi, I'm Lindsay. I work here, and I am not a student." Maybe leading with that will help avoid some of the confusion. They already have to wrap their heads around a Texas resident who is Catholic but neither white nor apparently (or actually) Mexican.
I had a great conversation with a brand-new campus minister elsewhere in Texas. It was nice to reflect on how much I've settled in even after just two short years, and it was awesome to get to give the "what I wish I'd known then" speech.
Now that I'm looking at my calendar (which is how I write these life recaps), I'm realizing that I worked extra-late every night last week and on Friday, so I forgive myself for not posting. I was tired! I am tired!
Now that I've written all of that out, I'm going to have to be way more creative than usual for 7 Quick Takes Friday. Brace yourselves, readers. | cancer, mental illness, or other disabilities.
Finally, end with an intercession, the person through whom you make your prayer. That's usually Jesus ("Through Christ our Lord"), but it can also be through Mary or one of the other saints. It never hurts to give your prayers a little extra boost!
Jonathan F. Sullivan created a great handout that summarizes the method [PDF link], but it's easy enough to commit to memory pretty quickly. I wound up sharing it with my students spontaneously (which, in retrospect, is appropriate for teaching spontaneous prayer), and they took to it very quickly. One of my boss priests even commented positively on it. The students challenged me to model it on the spot, and I totally did it. Give it a try!
You know what is new? My frequency of posting here. I'm not quite sure how I slid into my serious lack of posting, but I am declaring it to be over now. As with Hallie, sometimes parts of my life get in the way of other parts, but I've decided I'm not letting that happen anymore.
So, what's been going on since my last non-book review post?
I still haven't read 50 Shades of Grey, nor will I ever. Just in case you were wondering.
My regular schedule resumed at work, which leaves me with substantially less free time, but many more fun students to hang out with. Long hours are icky, but being employed (and for the Church I love, at | 304 |
We proudly teach the Dalcroze-Eurhythmics curriculum designed by the Dalcroze School of the Rockies.
What do children gain through Dalcroze-Eurhythmics?
In classes fostering discovery, active listening and the spirit of play, the Dalcroze-Eurhythmics program addresses a broad range of corporal (bodily) and musical subject material over the course of two years. Occasional fun sheets to complete with parents along with song literature reinforce the ideas learned each week.
Develop pitch matching and identification: developing the ear for accurate intonation and healthy singing.
Students learn to sing and identify scale degrees 1-5 in the major scale and play them on a xylophone.
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Develop rhythmic, metric, and expression knowledge: moving, listening, singing, analyzing, writing, improvising, and deep understanding of the following musical concepts in both standard notation and invented symbols.
Invigorate their imagination: gestures, images, story-telling, and programmatic music (music that tells a story) helps to stimulate and develop children's imagination.
Cultivate spatial awareness: both physical space and musical space.
Students explore spatial and movement qualities: above and below, over and under, side to side, up and down, closed and open, curvy and straight, forward and backward, right and left, near and far, center and periphery, around and through, away and toward, beginning and end, front and back, jagged and smooth, heavy and light, thick and thin, opposites, contrary motion, crossing the midline, and more!.
Students explore basic shapes with the body: lines, circles, squares, triangles, rectangles, ovals, and more!
Students express the musical elements they hear through many ways of controlled and coordinated movement including rolling, crawling, sliding, creeping, growing, collapsing, sneaking, walking, marching, trotting, jogging, gliding, running, tip-toe walking/running, stomping, lunging, leaping, jumping, hopping, galloping, chassé, skipping, swinging, swaying, spinning, turning, shaking, wiggling, and more!
Students learn appropriate musical and emotional connotations from moving in these different ways.
Explore musical use of materials: hoops, bean bags, ropes, scarves, ribbons, batons, balloons, balls of various sizes (kicking, tossing, bouncing, rolling), and more!
Increase musical use of different instruments: claves, drums, maracas, xylophones, and more!
Students explore ways to mirror gestures of a teacher or other students in the class.
These actions require the students to learn flexibility, adaptability, and compliance in addition to coordination, intention, balance, and control.
Gain solo work skills: working or performing solo develops confidence, assurance, and independence. | folk songs and echo canons.
Students show pitches through physical embodiment in physical space.
Students learn to navigate major and minor tonal landscapes | 27 |
Grandchildren: More<|fim_middle|> reluctantly) home, a cumulonimbus cloud; white, gray and orange, electrified the skies to the southeast. It was spectacular.
Pacheco Pass is the main route through the hills that separate the Santa Clara Valley from the Central Valley.
Native American Yokuts used this early trail to cross the mountains and trade with other native peoples on the coast.
During the gold rush, it was the site of one of the stage stations on the route of the Butterfield Overland Mail stagecoach route connecting the St. Louis, Mo. with San Francisco.
At various times, Pacheco Pass has been many things to many people.
For Pop and I, in this lovely season, it is simple and spectacular — it is the pass we take to the next generation of our family.
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Over the pass and through the hills to our grandchildren's house we went. Pop knew the way and drove the whole way. Thank you so much, Pop!
Because Gigi? Well, this past Saturday morning and, upon our return, Sunday evening, Gigi did little else but gaze out the car windows at increasingly astounding skies over the (finally), and exquisitely greening hills that rise and fall along with the Pacheco Pass on their route to and away from the San Luis Reservoir.
I am so crazy for the Central Coast. But if there is one thing that I am even more crazy for ... well, it's the three grandchildren who live two and a half hours and a mountain pass away.
This past weekend, we traveled amicably with some very welcome storms. At dawn Saturday, rainbows and an early-morning mist escorted us from just south of Salinas to a heartbeat before the stand of eucalyptus that signals the exit to San Juan Bautista. There, we were greeted with a refreshing and, literally, momentary downpour — just enough to raise the drama and clear the air.
From there, it was sunny sailing to where the scent of garlic signaled a turn east, toward the pass.
On Sunday, as we returned (oh so | 371 |
Nectario de Constantinopla (Tarso, c. 320 - Constantinopla, 27 de septiembre de 397) fue arzobispo de Constantinopla en el período 381-397. Sucedió en el patriarcado a Gregorio Nacianceno y, a su muerte, fue nombrado arzobispo Juan Crisóstomo. Su hermano pequeño, Arsacio de Tarso, sería también arzobispo constantinopolitano durante un breve tiempo. Es considerado por las iglesias católica y ortodoxa un santo y a él fue consagrado el día 11 de octubre.
Biografía
Originario de Tarso, en la Cilicia turca, era de una familia senatorial y fue pretor de Constantinopla durante el Primer Concilio de Constantinopla (381). Cuando Gregorio de Nazianzo renunció, Nectario estaba preparado para realizar un viaje a Tarso. Antes de partir, como era costumbre, fue a visitar a Diodoro de Tarso para saber si quería enviar alguna carta. Diodoro, que lo vio como el candidato adecuado para asumir el puesto de arzobispo de Constantinopla, convenció a Melecio, obispo de Antioquía, para añadir el nombre de Nectario a la lista de candidatos presentados por el consejo al emperador. En efecto, el emperador (Teodosio I) decidió dar posesión del arzobispado a Nectario, hasta el punto que hubo de bautizarlo a la carrera. A continuación, el concilio aprobó el tercer canon, que establecía para Constantinopla una clasificación inmediatamente inferior a Roma. El resultado de la elección del arzobispo de Constantinopla no agradó a todos, especialmente a los obispos occidentales, que clamaron por un sínodo común entre occidente y orient<|fim_middle|> elección de Nectario como de Flaviano. En la 63ª carta del arzobispo Ambrosio hay una alusión a la elección de Nectario como un acercamiento de él mismo hacia Oriente. Seis epístolas de Nectario sobrevivieron en los archivos de su predecesor, Gregorio Nacianceno. En la primera, él expresa sus calurosos votos para el episcopado. La última es de gran importancia, llamándolo a no ser tan liberal en su tolerancia a los apolinarianos.
En 383, fue realizado un tercer sínodo en Constantinopla. Este sínodo consistía en la discusión acerca de las doctrinas arrianas y pneumatoquianas que estaban esparciéndose por la ciudad y por el imperio con la intención de promover una reconciliación de todas las partes. Antes del sínodo, Teodosio había enviado al arzobispo una carta en la cual decía que todos las cuestiones deberían ser discutidas. Antes del sínodo, Nectario consultó con un novacianista, Agelio, que concordada con él sobre cuestiones doctrinarias. Un discípulo de Agelio, Sisinio, filósofo y teólogo, consideró adecuado cuestionar los líderes doctrinarios si ellos aceptaban la autoridad de la fe del Estado o preferían ser anatemizados. Se originó una gran disputa y, como respuesta, Teodosio pidió que fuera elaborada una confesión por escrito de casa doctrina: Nectario y Agelio hicieron votos por la ortodoxia; Demófilo, por el arrianismo; Eleusio y Cizico, por el pneumatomaquismo y Eunonio, por el anomoeanismo. El emperador se ausentó del concilio para reflexionar ante las confesiones. Teodosio, decidido a rechazar todas las vertientes doctrinarias con la salvedad de la ortodoxa y del novacianismo, pues estas representaban la división de la Santísima Trinidad, afirmó que aquellos que realizaran servicios sagrados, publicaran doctrinas u ordenaran más padres tendrían puniciones públicas severas.
En 385, la esposa del emperador Elia Flacila (o Plácila) y su hija, Pulqueria, fallecieron. Nectario pidió a Gregorio de Nisa que presidiera los sermones fúnebres de ambas.
En 388, Nectario estuvo envuelto en una persecución contra los arrianos, que acabó con la destrucción del hogar de los mismos. En 394 un nuevo concilio se celebró en Constantinopla. Tenía cerca de 37 participantes, entre los que figuraban Teófilo de Alejandría y Flaviano I de Antioquía, y tenía como objetivo decidir sobre el caso de Begadio de Bosra, que había sido ilegalmente depuesto y sustituido por Agapio. Tal usurpación fue considerada ilegal, pues fue realizada por solo dos obispos y no por un concilio o sínodo.
Al final de su episcopado, Nectario abolió el cargo de presbítero penitenciario, cuya función era recibir las confesiones antes de la comunión. Su ejemplo fue seguido por casi todos los obispos. Esta categoría fue añadida al nivel eclesiástico en la época del cisma novaciano, cuando los obispos rechazaban cualquier comunicación con los que habían sido lapsi durante la persecución de Decio. Gradualmente, había menos lapsi para se reconciliar y sus tareas acabaron relacionándose con la preparación de la comunión. Una ocurrencia vergonzosa indujo a Nectario a abandonar la participación en la sagrada comunión de las conciencias individuales y a abolir el cargo. Murió el 27 de agosto de 397.
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Santos del Imperio bizantino
Santos de Turquía
Santos cristianos de la Antigua Roma del siglo IV
Arzobispos del siglo IV | e que, según el emperador Teodosio, sería realizado en Constantinopla. El sínodo se llevó a cabo en el verano de 382, básicamente con los mismos obispos que participaron en el concilio anterior. Pero, al llegar, recibieron una carta del sínodo de Milán, que los invitaba a ir a Roma para un nuevo concilio. Su postura fue contraria a asistir; sin embargo, enviaron a tres de sus miembros - Siríaco, Eusebio y Prisciano- con cartas sinodiales para el papa Dámaso I, el arzobispo Ambrosio y otros obispos reunidos en el concilio de Roma.
El sínodo romano aludido era el quinto celebrado bajo la égida de Dámaso I. Ningún relato formal ha llegado hasta nosotros del mismo y ni de cómo sus miembros trataron la cuestión de Nectario. Sin embargo, llegó hasta nosotros la información de que Teodosio envió comisarios a Roma a fin de auxiliar en este sínodo, como nos cuentan las cartas del papa Bonifacio I. En especial, la 15ª carta (enviada a los obispos de Ilirio) indica que la Iglesia romana había concordado en reconocer tanto la | 304 |
And it's a beautiful thing!
When I began my own journey of self-discovering, mostly through Buddhism, mindfulness and meditation, one of the most important discoveries was the idea that my own ego was the thing that was preventing me from finally escaping years of anxiety, self-doubt and stress. I realized that I was tethered to<|fim_middle|>, hard to watch. But it illuminates the amazing transformation of Jim's view of himself, humanity and the meaning of it all.
Jim Carrey has lost his mind, and so have I! You should try it, it's amazing actually! | all of these crazy thoughts that I would ruminate about all day and all night. Once I discovered the tools to let them go, I saw that it was all about my own sense of self and ego that were preventing me from realizing a life of true happiness and peace.
For many of us, these fears, insecurities, sensitivities, preferences and suffering were not real in the sense that they weren't material objects. They were just our ego talking. And to reach that sense of nirvana, the real truth lies in understanding that all that matters is seeing the beauty in everything and everyone. And looking beyond our own "ego". Eliminating any sense of expectation in my personal connections.
For me, recognizing that my thoughts weren't really "me" and were mostly imaginary tales I would construct was a great breakthrough for me. And subsequently practicing mindfulness gave me the insights, freedom and ultimate knowledge that the real purpose in this life isn't material things or emotional victories, but bearing witness to all of the amazing gifts and beauty in people's souls and in the natural beauty that surrounds us. And when you see that, you realize that the personal struggles between us, the material pressures we place on ourselves and the quest for self-rewards are simply meaningless in the scheme of things.
Now I walk through life unaware of me. Unaware of myself. Not conscious of my thoughts. In love with the energy of the people I meet and the experiences of everyday life. Not looking in the past, nor looking in the future. And few people really understand this but Jim Carrey certainly does. To really comprehend how he has transformed himself and come to the knowledge that we aren't our physical bodies or the thoughts that come to define who we are and how we live, Jim made this extraordinary documentary called Jim and Andy on Netflix.
It's one of the most incredible things I have seen, and also, at times | 383 |
Progressive traditionalist Lee Ann Womack has sung for Presidents, the Concert for the Nobel Prize and Maya Angelous Celebration of Joy Rising. More importantly, the Grammy-winner built a career seeking songs that slice life wide open to let the<|fim_middle|> rage and the desire pour out.A Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year, shes also won the prestigious Album of the Year for Theres More Where That Came From, plus a pair of Single of the Years for I May Hate Myself in the Morning and I Hope You Dance. I Hope You Dance sold over 6 million albums; the title track topped multiple charts in multiple formats around the globe.The East Texan is a duet partner of choice for Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Dr. John, Ralph Stanley, Buddy Miller, George Strait, Jim Lauderdale and Willie Nelson. A featured vocalist on Millers Silver Strings project, Rodney Crowell and Mary Karrs Kin and music supervisor Randall Posters critically acclaimed Divided & United, Womacks soprano has a purity that rivals Dolly Parton and an ache that suggests Emmylou Harris at her most haunted. | pain, the emptiness, the | 7 |
This one's going into a friggin' mason jar. The color is spot on with Maker's Mark. Pure, deep dark bourbon. Light ginger-colored head is 1/2 finger but it goes pretty quickly. A touch on the cloudy side and a little viscous.
Lots of dark caramel malts in here with some boozy residual sweetness. Very close to barleywine strength. Hops really are on some deep background.
As Belichick says, "it is what it is<|fim_middle|> a bit of hop flavor to it; it might be just a bit more malt leaning than hop forward, but actually it might just be the other way around as well. I am actually enjoying this beer quite a bit more than I was expecting to. | ." Toasty sweet, abundant caramel malt along with a big hammer of boozy astringency. The viscosity mellows it out but this thing is pretty well hot.
The heat renders it a little disjointed; finish is rather short, which may be a little weird, but in this case it's good because the burn is merely ephemeral. Actually, it gets a little more comforting and velvety with warmth. Still not a huge hop presence.
This isn't too bad. Some of the Shmaltz stuff I enjoy a great deal, while quite a few others come off as a bit on the gimmicky side. This one is sort of in the middle, leaning slightly towards gimmicky.
vigorous pour into my 25cl tulip glass produces a four-finger thick, nicely tan colored head. The head leaves some nice layered lacing on the sides of my glass as it slowly subsides. The beer is a deep red / amber color that shows a brilliantly clear, ruby – gold color when held up to the light. The aroma smells of rich, concentrated malt; a mix of caramel, some toffee, brown sugar notes and a nicely toasted malt and biscuit like notes in the finish. The nose is sweet, but with a complex sweetness that easily keeps it from being cloying. I find myself enjoying this malty, brown-bread like nose on this beer.
The beer is sweet up front, but again there is a complexity to the flavor that makes it interesting. The finish has a touch of warming alcohol, and some toasted malt notes that struggle to come through the up front, caramelized malt notes. A light bitterness and even a touch of herbal (perhaps even menthol too) hop character helps to balance out the finish just a touch. As my palate gets used to the caramelized sweetness a more bread-like character starts to come forward. Notes of brown sugar encrusted, caramelized whole-grain bread crust flavors come out, as does some toffee flavors. The malt character does have a touch of a savory quality to it; I get this note in strong, malty beers and here it contributes very subtle flavors reminiscent of smoke and perhaps a touch of sea-water. The herbal hop character in the finish becomes quite a bit more noticeable as the beer warms up; this really has a fresh hoppiness to it that works quite well with the thick malt character. This has a fair amount of body to it, though it is not over-the-top heavy for a beer of 10% alcohol; it is somewhat quaffable, if only just so & in small sips, but does have a touch too much carbonation initially.
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Universally known as "the green isle" on account of its lush vegetation, Ischia attracts tourists from all over the world for its sea and its remarkable spa resources. The beaches are easy to reach and the mild climate means you can bathe during much of the year. It is certainly the sea which has been the key to the island's transformation from a fishing community to a centre of international tourism, offering an ample and diversified range of accommodation… The many bathing establishments along the shore between Ischia Porto and Ischia Ponte maintain the island's tradition as a resort. They stand on wooden stilts, each occupying its own stretch of beach, and rent out deckchairs and beach umbrellas. Close at hand for the centre of Ischia Porto, they are ideal for families with small children. Other popular swimming spots in this part of the island are the beaches called Ischia, for the high life degli Inglesi, dei Pescatori and Cartaromana, where you can bathe in front of the Aragonese Castle. From the port it is easy to get round the island by public transport to reach all the other beaches. There are too many to list them all, but we can at least mention the magnificent<|fim_middle|> on by the Pithecusans, Ischia's first inhabitants. Finally there is the Church of the Soccorso at Forio d'Ischia, where sailors came to give thanks for delivery from danger on the seas. Situated on a west-facing promontory, the church's simple white façade stands out boldly against the blue of the surrounding sea. | beach of Maronti, with 2 km of fine sand and inland the mineral springs of Olmitello and Nitrodi; Sant'Angelo and Grado at Punta Sant'Angelo; Citara and Cava dell'Isola at Forio (both offering extensive facilities including bars, restaurants and water sports); San Montano, with its enchanting bay, spacious beach and frequent buses to and from Lacco Ameno and its fashionable hotels; and finally Casamicciola. If you have your own boat a trip right round the island is perfectly feasible, for there is plenty of choice for berthing, and if you are not so fortunate you can still explore the island's alluring coastline in a hired boat.
over the island, not to mention innumerable individual springs, stufas and fumaroles. The Latin author Strabo referred to this diversity as "a gold mine", and nowadays it is enhanced by modern treatment centres set in appealing natural settings. In the famous thermal parks hot swimming pools, saunas, jacuzzis, Japanese and Turkish baths, facilities for beauty and medical care, restaurants and snack bars are immersed in beautifully tended gardens with luxuriant vegetation, with your own deckchair and umbrella at your disposal on the seashore. Nor should we forget the areas dedicated to fitness and well-being, not only in the leading hotels but also in many of the smaller, familyrun establishments. Indeed, anyone who comes to Ischia intent on recharging body and mind has only too much to choose from!
by King Alfonso I of Aragona in 1438, the Castle is in realty a citadel, with streets, churches, a gaol and even a small, out of the way hotel. There is a magnificent panorama from the terraces suspended high over the sea. At Lacco Ameno you should visit the sanctuary of Santa Restituta. The crypt gives access to the remains of a palaeochristian basilica with finds which narrate the island's history from the Greeks to the early Christians.
In the Archaeological Museum of Pithecusae close by, vases and jewels are evidence of the extensive network of trading carried | 450 |
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The decking was cleaned using a specialist cleaning solution and then pressure washed. Once dry it was then treated to a couple of coats of decking oil which brings out the natural colours of the decking and also protects the wood. At the same time it stops dirt becoming ingrained into the wood and therefore stops the decking becoming slippery when wet.
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Hip-Hop Reacts to LeBron James' $154 Million Deal With Los Angeles Lakers
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LeBron James seismically shifted the NBA landscape Sunday night (July 1) by leaving Cleveland and the Eastern Conference to sign a four-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, and the internet responded with the expected amount of shock, awe and shade. Rappers helped lead the way, as locals celebrated the blockbuster move and out-of-towners added their frequently hilarious two cents.
LA veterans like Snopp Dogg and The Game embraced LeBron's decision and welcomed the four-time MVP<|fim_middle|> look right in yellow, bro," Herb said. "His ass look silly as hell."
Unfortunately neither Jay-Z nor Kanye West, both frequent LeBron name-droppers, have yet to weigh in on social media. You can check out the list below to see more rappers' reactions to LeBron's move.
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Mariner Media, Inc., contracted New Moon Creative Media to produce this three-minute history video for Evergreen Memorial Trust. Evergreen used the video as a part of their yearlong celebration of its century milestone. The company continues to use it on its website. It shows customers that the company was founded on principles of providing cutting edge services and that those principles are still in practice today.
gathered the historical elements when researching Evergreen: A Century of Service, a book chronicling the history of the company.
New Moon shot the video elements during previous commercial shoots. The Canon 7D captured the beautiful | 159 |
Tiphaine Verdier Mangan is one of the most luxurious French<|fim_middle|> click on the item, it is possible to purchase a décor accessory online by Tiphaine Verdier Mangan. | brands, which is mainly focused on producing unique décor elements that will make your room look amazing. The main feature of the line is using s doll's house as a sample for many items. The thing is made in the shape of a box, which is finely embroidered with cute patterns in different colors. The inside of it is filled with a puppet and theatre story with beautiful dolls and funny characters. The item can be put on a shelf or be hung on a wall with a special adjuster. Such a unique accessory will make the bedroom or playroom of a kid look very magic. Besides, it will capture the kid into a fantastic fairy tale, which will extend one's imagination for sure. The designers like Tiphaine Verdier Mangan pay big attention to the look of their products. They try to make each little detail look perfect to create a stunning look. The brand guarantees to provide buyers with high quality products. The qualified manufacturers assure that children with be provided with décor pieces that are made from best materials. With just a single | 208 |
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Datsun 280ZX Go-Kart Is the Cool Toy You Didn't Know Existed
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Back in the late 1970s, at a time when the American muscle car craze was dying out, the eyes of the auto world were pinned to Japan, where carmakers started really taking things seriously. From the road to race tracks, there was literally no avoiding the good-quality Japanese machines that started being made back then.
One of the star names of the age – and one still appreciated to this day – is Datsun. The Nissan-owned brand, now just a shell of its former self, was responsible together with its parent company for<|fim_middle|> 3 hp at 3,600 rpm. | the birth of the S130, a car that would sell depending on market under a variety of names: Datsun 280ZX, Nissan Fairlady Z and Nissan Fairlady 280Z.
The 280ZX was the first car sold by Datsun that featured the Nissan name alongside its own, and thanks to the way it was built, it was a major hit, at least to critics, as soon as it reached U.S. shores in 1979. So much so, in fact, that an Arizona-based company decided to launch a go-kart tribute to the car.
Back then, these mini 280ZXs went on a promotional tour to celebrate the launch of the real car, and they were quite appreciated. Not enough though to ensure their survival into the modern age, at least in usable condition.
The one you see in the gallery above has been kept in storage for the past 20 years, so that's why it probably still looks good enough for someone to pay $1,250 for it at a recently concluded online auction.
The go-kart has all the original parts, including the fiberglass body over the 127cc engine. The powerplant, of Briggs & Stratton make, is linked to a chain-driven fixed-gear axle and it doesn't currently run, When it did, it was rated at a tiny | 292 |
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Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind (Featuring Catherine Gonzales)
by David Rosen | Sep 18, 2020 | Missing Pieces, Piecing It Together | 0 |
On the 7th installment of our<|fim_middle|>! Along with the usual puzzle pieces treatment, we also look to see if there are any movies that came after This Is The End that it may have inspired. Puzzle pieces include Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back, Ghostbuster, Evil Dead 2 and Pineapple Express. | Missing Pieces series, Catherine Gonzales joins me to discuss one of the best movies… ever. The Charlie Kaufman written, Michel Gondry directed Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. This is our 3rd Charlie Kaufman project in a month, which makes me very happy. Puzzle pieces include Annie Hall, Memento, Punch-Drunk Love and 500 Days Of Summer.
Southland Tales (Featuring Joe Black)
by David Rosen | Jun 12, 2020 | Missing Pieces | 0 |
On the 6th installment of our Missing Pieces series, Joe Black joins us for the absolute mind-trip that is Richard Kelly's Southland Tales. Is it a biblical story? Does anything make sense? Do pimps commit suicide? All of this and more are discussed on this extensive breakdown of this sort-of cult classic. Puzzle pieces include Star Wars, They Live, Demolition Man and Idiocracy.
Scott Pilgrim Vs The World (Featuring Rico Albarracin)
by David Rosen | May 1, 2020 | Missing Pieces, Piecing It Together | 0 |
On the 5th installment of our Missing Pieces series, Rico Albarracin joins me to talk about Edgar Wright's 2010 comic book adaptation Scott Pilgrim Vs The World. A celebration of nerd culture, it's become a cult hit over time, even if audiences didn't immediately respond to the film or its soon to be hugely famous cast at the time. Puzzle pieces include Speed Racer, 500 Days Of Summer, Sin city and The Wizard.
Garden State (Featuring The Lady-Wan)
by David Rosen | Apr 10, 2020 | Missing Pieces, Piecing It Together | 0 |
On the 4th episode of Missing Pieces, The Lady-Wan from the Screen Fix Podcast joins me to talk about 2004's Garden State. Zach Braff swings for the fences with a story he wrote, directed, produced and starred in (not to mention putting together an all-timer soundtrack), and it definitely paid off at the time… But the film and star's reputation has taken a hit in recent years. We discuss whether it still works. Puzzle pieces include The Graduate, American Beauty, Dazed & Confused and Annie Hall.
Love & Mercy (Featuring Luella Chavez)
by David Rosen | Apr 6, 2020 | Missing Pieces, Piecing It Together | 0 |
On the 3rd episode of Missing Pieces, Luella Chavez joins me to talk about 2014's Love & Mercy. The story of Brian Wilson, the legendary lead songwriter of the Beach Boys who is perhaps as famous for his beautiful music as he is for the stories of his mental illness and his multiple years spent in reclusion. Puzzle pieces include The Aviator, Ray and I'm Not There.
Jamie Marks Is Dead (Featuring Chad Clinton Freeman)
by David Rosen | Mar 30, 2020 | Missing Pieces | 0 |
On the 2nd episode of Missing Pieces, Chad Clinton Freeman joins me to talk about 2014's Jamie Marks Is Dead. A classic story of boy meets girl, boy meets ghost, ghost falls in love with boy and girl. It's a very unique coming-of-age film, and one I hadn't even heard of until Chad brought it to my attention. Puzzle pieces include American Beauty, Twilight, Time Bandits and Carrie.
This Is The End (Featuring Adam Wells)
by David Rosen | Mar 23, 2020 | Featured, Missing Pieces | 0 |
On the 1st episode of a new side series of Piecing It Together called Missing Pieces, Adam Wells joins me to discuss 2013's This Is The End from Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. With the Coronavirus bringing an end to Hollywood's planned release schedule for the rest of the year, This Is The End is a fitting way to kick off a look back at movies that were released before the creation of our podcast | 843 |
The original multi track master tapes were unearthed and baked to allow a transfer of all the<|fim_middle|> sounding as the band hoped it would in 1988! And because its a special release, we have gone to town on the packaging! 26 track CD featuring all tracks from the original session and featuring liner notes from all band members.
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02 FACE UP TO IT! | raw recorded material and for the band to do a totally ground up restoration/remix on not only the original album, but also the rest of the session that included the bonus tracks originally only released on the Japanese version of the album "Voice Your Opinion"
To say that the results have been remarkable would be an understatement and have exceeded the bands own expectations - turns out underneath the muddy production there was a phenomenal album just waiting to get out!
So we proudly present FACE UP TO IT! in 2018, | 104 |
The squad has been announced for Barça's game on Sunday evening at home to Athletic Club Bilbao (9.00 PM CET). The most notable inclusion is the B team's centre back Sergi Gómez, while the suspended Busquets misses out, as does Carles Puyol, who is still not considered 100 per cent fit.
The Medical Services announced on Thursday that Puyol is having trouble with his right knee, so he joins Valdés, Piqué, Alba, Neymar, Dos Santos and<|fim_middle|> Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper. Carles Puyol exercised in isolation, while the suspended Sergio Busquets also did specific work. Sergi Gómez also joined the first team players. | Cuenca on the side-lines, while. Bartra, another doubt, finally gets the nod.
The full squad to take on the Basques, fourth in the table, is as follows: Pinto, Olazábal, Montoya, Fàbregas, Xavi, Pedro, A. Iniesta, Alexis, Messi, Mascherano, Bartra, Song, Afellay, Tello, Adriano, Dani Alves, Sergi Roberto and Sergi Gómez.
The Barça players worked out this morning at the | 114 |
Bob McCouch recently wrote about some Networking Challenges to Hybrid Application Deployment and it got me thinking: what questions would I need to answer to identify opportunities to introduce "hybrid enterprise" concepts in my environment? How can I ensure successful transition to this new way of providing IT services? This list is very, very far from exhaustive, but I've settled on three "starter" questions that I think are important for every IT organization to ask.
What services are my users missing or unhappy with?
I wrote previously about making sure to pay attention to shadow IT trends in your organization. In many cases, identifying these problem services will turn up opportunities to succeed with a hybrid delivery model. For example, users may be dissatisfied with your homegrown CRM application and struggle to perform job functions because of its poor performance. This is an immediate opportunity to turn to a SaaS product like Salesforce.com, monitor and accelerate the delivery with SteelHead/SteelCentral, and secure a huge win for your hybrid enterprise initiative.
Where could my operating costs be lowered by going hybrid<|fim_middle|> way you currently have visibility into the service. As visibility changes, an excellent choice for monitoring end-to-end performance is SteelCentral.
As you do the research required to answer these questions about your environment, you'll likely uncover more opportunities to consider a hybrid approach. The possibilities are broad, and the potential impact to your business is great. As you explore the hybrid enterprise delivery model in your organization, what other questions do you find yourself asking that might be helpful? | ?
One of the most straightforward targets for cost savings by moving to a hybrid model is the network. Identifying inter-site network traffic that can move off of expensive MPLS WAN connections to the public Internet can afford great savings. Obviously this probably comes at a reliability, visibility, and performance cost, and the exercise of weighing the options here is one of the major facets of the successful hybrid enterprise! As noted in my previous post, a successful hybrid network will support the rest of your hybrid enterprise design.
Moving your organization to a truly hybrid model is rife with opportunities to encounter performance and availability problems. In one example that Bob described, an application that wasn't well designed for WAN deployment, or an n-tier architecture with servers in the wrong location can destroy performance, and more visibly, end-user experience. Before you make the leap, be sure to consider the way your applications function, the way they're accessed by users, and the | 187 |
Home Media CenterUCL Qatar Hon<|fim_middle|>CL both in Qatar, the region and beyond.
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UCL Qatar Honors New Graduates
UCL Qatar celebrated its fourth graduation ceremony on Monday, April 30. At the ceremony held at the Georgetown University campus in Education City, UCL Qatar awarded 14 MA degrees in Library and Information Studies and 15 MA degrees in Museum and Gallery Practice. 10 students were awarded their MA in Archaeology of the Arab and Islamic World, six students were awarded their MSc in Conservation Studies and one student was awarded their PhD in Archaeological Science.
The graduating class was made up of 49 post-graduate students, representing 22 nationalities, many of whom are already working in some of Qatar's leading organizations such as Qatar Museums and Qatar National Library. 71% of students were women and 10% were Qatari.
Professor Anthony Smith, UCL's Vice-Provost, Education & Student Affairs, visited from London UCL main campus to join the celebration, which was hosted by BeIN Sports Channel presenter Abdulla Al Ali.
UCL is consistently ranked in the top ten universities in the world and in partnership with Qatar Foundation has created in Doha one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary centres of excellence for the study of cultural heritage and knowledge management.
Since UCL Qatar's inception, over 220 masters and doctoral students from over 50 countries have qualified with a UCL degree – one that is internationally recognized as being from one of the best universities in the world.
UCL Qatar graduates go on to work at some of the leading culture and heritage organizations – from Qatar Museums, to UNESCO and Malay Heritage Centre in Singapore.
Sam Evans, the Director of UCL Qatar said, "UCL Qatar offers programmes designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice. We are proud of what we have achieved in Qatar with our partners, and we are extremely proud of this group of students, who have excelled. UCL Qatar graduates have each taken different paths in their careers in the past, but they all share one common thread – their commitment to developing professionally within Qatar's cultural heritage and knowledge management sector."
As part of UCL Qatar's ongoing commitment, the university aims to create a lasting legacy of world-leading research and teaching excellence developed on a network of professional leaders and graduates who enrich and support the aspirations of Qatar and U | 480 |
Deze lijst van voetbalinterlands is een overzicht van alle officiële vo<|fim_middle|> een vierlandentoernooi, en betekende de tweede officiële interland van Slowakije sinds de vreedzame ontmanteling van Tsjecho-Slowakije.
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Egypte | etbalwedstrijden tussen de nationale teams van Egypte en Slowakije. De landen speelden tot op heden een keer tegen elkaar: een vriendschappelijke wedstrijd die werd gespeeld op 4 februari 1994 in Sharjah (Verenigde Arabische Emiraten).
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De eerste ontmoeting tussen de nationale voetbalploegen van Egypte en Slowakije vond plaats op 4 februari 1994. Het vriendschappelijke duel, bijgewoond door 5.000 toeschouwers, werd gespeeld in het Sharjah Stadion in Sharjah, en stond onder leiding van scheidsrechter Ahmed Ibrahim Hakim uit de Verenigde Arabische Emiraten. Het duel werd gespeeld in het kader van | 238 |
Benton County Fair
The fair features demolition derbies, tractor pulls, talent shows and rides in the midway
Benton County Fair The fair features demolition derbies, tractor pulls, talent shows and rides in the midway Check out this story on sctimes.com: https://www.sctimes.com/story/life/festivalguide/2019/05/29/benton-county-fair-festival-guide-july-29-to-aug-4-sauk-rapids-schedule-of-events-midway/3524380002/
From Staff Reports Published 5:07 p.m. CT May 29, 2019 | Updated 4:50 p.m. CT June 24, 2019
People watch as judging takes place Tuesday, July 31, at the Benton County Fair in Sauk Rapids. (Photo: Dave Schwarz, dschwarz@stcloudtimes.com)
Make plans<|fim_middle|> p.m. Thursday
• Tractor pull at the Grandstand, 5 p.m. Friday
• K-9 dog demonstrations, 7 p.m. Friday
• Rooster crowing contest at Cottonwood State, 10 a.m. Saturday
• Kids pedal tractor pull, 10:30 a.m. Saturday
Aug. 4
• Tribute to Those That Serve parade, 11 a.m. Sunday
More online: www.bentonfairmn.com.
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Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan 'stepping back,' relocating | to visit the only county fair held in the heart of the St. Cloud metro area. The 2019 Benton County Fair opens July 29 and runs a full week.
July 29-Aug. 4
• 4-H conference judging of exhibits for livestock families, 9 a.m. Monday
• 4-H conference judging for all other exhibitors, 10:30 a.m. Monday
• Motocross at the Grandstand, 7 p.m. Tuesday
• 32 Below at the beer garden stage, 8 p.m. Tuesday
• Miniature horse show, 1 p.m. Wednesday
• Demolition derby at the Grandstand, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday
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• Truck pull at the Grandstand, 6 p.m. Thursday
• Talent show at Cottonwood Stage, 7 | 202 |
Winter is almost over (hopefully), so this may be one of my final butternut squash recipes until next year... My friend Laura and I go waaay back.. We actually rode the bus together when we were kids, have stayed friends over the years, and both love to cook. Before kids, we were part of a dinner club which, in a way, has been an inspiration for<|fim_middle|> it was so delicious I ate it all in a few days! Thank you for sharing this recipe, Laura! It is a winner in my book and I will be adding it to my "go-to" butternut recipes. | the Fresh Mamas Cooking Club. I miss those days and am so thankful for all my friends who have supported my blog from the start. Laura has been a huge supporter and once she shared this recipe with me I knew it had to go on the blog. Oh, my goodness it was delicious!
Would you believe I have never used Herbs de Provence before? I know, crazy, right? Well I am officially a fan and also used the herb mixture for my Best Oven "Fries". Deee-lish!!
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Dierker & Kavanaugh, P.C. specializes in the practice of intellectual property law. The firm has extensive experience in the preparation and prosecution of utility and design patent applications, both in the United States and in other countries. The firm's attorneys have strong technical backgrounds. Read More
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Ms. Kavanaugh is a shareholder at the firm, and has extensive patent prosecution and procurement experience in chemical, electrochemical, biotechnology, and other arts. She is also experienced in trademark procurement.Ms. Kavanaugh has spent many years volunteering her time to the Michigan IP Law Association (MIPLA). She started the CLE committee for the MIPLA, so that members can utilize MIPLA resources to attempt to obtain CLE credit in other states for presentations given to MIPLA members. After serving on the CLE committee, Ms. Kavanaugh then served on the Board (including serving as president from 2011-12).
Ms. Kavanaugh also mentors law students interested in IP law, and has given presentations to students at several law schools.
J.D. cum laude, The John Marshall Law School, 2003
J.D. Certificate in Intellectual Property, The John Marshall Law School, 2003
B.S. in Chemistry, magna cum laude, University of Detroit Mercy, 2000
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Apple, Google, and Mozilla, the makers of Safari, Chrome, and Firefox, are teaming up to create a next-gen browser benchmark called Speedometer 3<|fim_middle|> GitHub page says that it's in "active development and is unstable" and recommends using Speedometer 2.1 instead. (That version was mainly made by Apple's WebKit team.) According to Google, the companies are looking to make sure the new version is "updated to include representative modern workloads, like JavaScript frameworks," and there will be more info on what exactly that looks like within the next few months.
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In a Twitter thread, Mozilla says that a benchmark built by several web companies will help provide a "shared understanding of what matters." The company says that's important when you're trying to coordinate across web developers, standards bodies, the groups that build the engines that interpret code based on those standards, and the companies that build browsers based around those engines. Apple's WebKit Twitter account lays it out by saying that "working together will help us further improve the benchmark and improve browser performance for our users."
Inevitably, this benchmark will end up being used to compare Safari's WebKit to Chrome's Blink or Google's V8 engine to Mozilla's SpiderMonkey, which could be uncomfortable for the companies depending on the results. As Google points out in its Twitter thread, though, the companies have set up rules that should help prevent any of them from trying to tip the results in their favor. Nontrivial changes will require approval from "at least two of the participating browser projects" and can't be implemented if there are strong objections from others, and major changes require a consensus from everyone involved, according to the governance policy.
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Illumina's proposed takeover of PacBio raises competition concerns in the supply of specialist DNA sequencing systems in the UK, a CMA investigation has found.
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has been investigating the proposed $1.2 billion merger of Illumina, Inc. (Illumina) and Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc (PacBio). The companies are both global suppliers of DNA sequencing systems to organisations across the world, including UK universities, laboratories and research institutes. DNA sequencing systems are used to study genetic variation in humans and other species for purposes such as advanced<|fim_middle|> and ambitious free trade agreement
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After completing its initial Phase 1 investigation, the CMA has concerns that the deal could remove potentially the most significant competitive threat to Illumina. Illumina is by far the largest supplier of DNA sequencing systems, both in the UK and worldwide, and the merging businesses are already close competitors. PacBio has also recently released a new, innovative system for DNA sequencing (the "Sequel II" instrument), which means that it is well-positioned to offer stronger competition to Illumina in the future.
Aside from the merging parties, there are limited alternatives available for customers at present. While some suppliers plan to enter the market in future, it is not clear when they will enter or how competitive their technology will be.
The CMA is therefore concerned that Illumina could face insufficient competition after acquiring PacBio and that the deal could result in more expensive or lower quality products and less innovation in the market.
If the merging businesses are unable to address the CMA's concerns, the deal will be referred for an in-depth Phase 2 investigation, to be carried out by a group of independent CMA panel members.
For more information, visit the Illumina, Inc. / Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. merger inquiry page.
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The village of Bormes-les-Mimosas, with its ice cream coloured houses, is undoubtedly one of the Riviera's most picturesque villages. It has had a chequered history – founded by the Gauls, conquered by the Romans, then continually sacked by the Saracens, Corsairs, Moors, Genoese and<|fim_middle|>revillea, Hakea of, tea tree and Erémophilia is to the village entrance (facing Cigalou Park). | finally during the Wars of Religion (1562-1598). Depending on the season, it is bathed in the scent of mimosa, eucalyptus or chamomile. During February, when the mimosa is in bloom, the village celebrates with a corso fleuri – an extravaganza of floral floats made from thousands of yellow flowers.
A circuit touristique (tourist itinerary) spirals down steep stairways and alleys, with amusing names – venelle des Amoureux (Lover's Lane), draille des Bredouilles (Gossipers' Way) and steepest of all, rue Roumpi-Cuou (Bottom-Breaker road). On the way it embraces most of the main sights, which include a fine 16th century chapel dedicated to Bormes' patron saint, Saint Francois de Paule (who rescued the village from the plague in 1481), an 18th century church built in Romanesque style, countless craft shops, and a ruined castle with dazzling views across the bay of le Lavandou and the Massif des Maures.
One of the charms of Bormes les Mimosas, is its maritime border and wild appearance that emerges. Coves and sandy beaches alternate over 22 km, facing the Golden Islands, the Levant and Port Cros. It is good to walk it off and get drunk perfume spray mixed with those of softwood scrubland and pine forests nearby. Fine sand, golden and shimmering, crystal waters of the changing color palette where turquoise are harmoniously blend the deep blue sea. Beaches with sweet names, inviting you to dream and rest: Cabasson Estagnol or le Pellegrin and Favière offer all the facilities needed to spend pleasant moments with family or friends.
Favoured by a climate of great sweetness and an exceptional light, plants and flowers grow here in abundance. The hardiest species in the wild, to the finest essences, Bormes-les-Mimosas has an unusual floral heritage. The vegetable spectacle being constantly renewed, world of colors and fragrances, explosion of yellows and greens in the sweet and heady scent of acacias, the town will not leave you indifferent. There are many varieties and extraordinary plants from Mexico, North Africa, India and China not to mention 60 species of mimosa , whose generous clusters exhale perfumes, both sweet and intoxicating, adorn the village from December to February, a long scarf "buttercup".
The Cigalou Park – located in the heart of the village, you'll have time to stroll through its alleys lined with eucalyptus, cedar trees, palms … the 8877 sqm landscaped pergolas, benches, and playgrounds for children make the park a place of relaxation and recreation greatly appreciated. Wonderful views over the Bay of Bormes-les-Mimosas and the Golden Islands. Access is by the Boulevard du Soleil or the rue Jean Aicard.
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module Finance.Open<|fim_middle|>)
data PricingSource = PricingSource Category Abbreviation Description deriving (Ord,Eq,Show,Read)
| Symbology.Types (
BloombergEntry (..)
, BloombergId (..)
, BloombergName (..)
, BloombergSymbol (..)
, PricingSource (..)
) where
import Data.Text (Text)
import Finance.OpenSymbology.PricingSourceAbbreviations
import Finance.OpenSymbology.PricingSourceCategories
import Finance.OpenSymbology.PricingSourceDescriptions
data BloombergId = BloombergId {bId :: Text} deriving (Eq,Ord,Show)
data BloombergName = BloombergName {bName :: Text} deriving (Eq,Ord,Show)
data BloombergSymbol = BloombergSymbol {bSymbol :: Text} deriving (Eq,Ord,Show)
data BloombergEntry =
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BloombergEntry {
beName :: BloombergName,
beSymbol :: BloombergSymbol,
bePricingSource :: Maybe Abbreviation,
beSecurityType :: Maybe Text,
beMarketSector :: Text,
beBloombergId :: BloombergId,
beBloombergCompositeId :: BloombergId,
beSourceId :: Maybe Text,
beUniqueId :: Maybe Text } deriving (Show,Eq | 235 |
Home. This is where I prefer to birth. I realize not everyone is physically able to do the same or are comfortable with this idea but for my situation this has always been ideal.
Home is where a woman feels most comfortable. She can go where she pleases and do as she pleases. She knows her boundaries and doesn't have to ask permission to go for a walk. As I am of a more independent nature this aspect of childbirth is important to me. I've never liked the idea that women have to get permission to do what they need to do for their comfort during labor. When there is so much intensity going through the woman's body she knows what her body needs instinctively. I've found that when the woman doesn't know what to do she's usually going through transition!
The advantages of home are many. Everywhere we go there are germs. Our bodies learn to cope with these germs and kills those that are dangerous to us. At home we have adapted to all the germs in it. Since we have done this the immunities we have acquired have been passed on to our babies while we are pregnant. This means that when our baby is born in our home there is no bacteria present in our everyday surrounds that would harm them. This does not include any bacteria visitors may bring into the home of course. Make sure everyone washes up before handling your new baby!
Food is also a consideration. When you're in labor you need your energy to keep up with the waves of labor. This can be difficult if you don't get sufficient calories and fluids. At home you are able to eat all the foods your body is already used to and not have anyone tell you that you are not allowed to. This is important as it is a major cause of labor not progressing. Without a sufficient caloric intake your body gets too tired to keep up with the demands of labor.
When in labor it can be hard to eat. You actually don't feel hungry much. You just get tired and a little weak, sometimes shaky. Your support team can help you to remember to eat. It doesn't have to be much, an occasional honey stick can be nice in a cup of tea. A piece of fruit or some light soup can also be palatable. Try to have these on hand for during birth whether or not you choose a home birth. They can be just what is needed when you're laboring at home and want to eat something before you head to the hospital.
My husband dressing John for the first time.
When at home you can also wear what you please. You don't have to wear a hospital gown or anything special for that matter. I've birthed a baby in a dressy button up shirt before. Basically, what you have on will do. I have a 'birthing shirt' that I've worn for ten of my babies births. It's pretty worn out now! The ribbing around the neck is shredding and split but when I'm in labor and my husband or midwife asks me to put it on I know that the birth is near. This shirt is more like a nightgown in its' length but I wouldn't want to wear it in a hospital setting!
One big advantage I've found with a home birth is being able to go as I please. If I want to labor in bed, great. If I feel like going outside,<|fim_middle|> to be a little slippery in there but when the birth was here she quickly shut the water off and caught the baby. She let me have the baby as I saw fit.
If your baby is born having some difficulties breathing, etc. this emergency is treated differently at home than it is in the hospital. The baby is put on your stomach (or in John's case on my back) and helped either with rubbing down, cpr, whatever the midwife sees as necessary. The baby needs mom's body heat, voice, and energy to come to sometimes. In the hospital it is rare for baby to be cared for on mom. It is preferred, by the staff, for the baby's cord to be immediately cut and then taken to a warmer tray that has lights surrounding it for them to work on the baby. This seems like an ideal way to recover a baby for the staff but I want you to put yourself in your baby's place. Your baby was warm, hearing your voice, receiving oxygen from you. Now the baby can't feel your energy, hear you, smell you, and is cold. Not nice. When the mother talks it gives the baby spirit something to come to. It knows the sounds of its mother, not the unfamiliar sound of the nursing staff. The baby, at birth, is right in between life and death. You want the baby to come to you, so to speak. She used to also be receiving oxygen from you. Not only is she not able to get all of her blood back from the placenta but she isn't getting the needed oxygen from you either. If the cord is attached it gives your baby more time to resuscitate without danger of lack of oxygen.
This brings up another point. You know your birth plan. Your doula and your midwife both know your birth plan. There is no on call doctor or a different nurse with every shift that needs to learn your birth plan. They know it and they know you. There is no learning curve and nothing needs to be posted to make sure the staff knows your wishes. Everyone is on the same page. That in itself can be very relaxing and reassuring.
If you are low risk I highly recommend you look into a home birth for you and your baby. Talk with others that have had a homebirth. Interview lots of homebirth midwives. Educate yourself. Your baby will thank you. | I can! I've worked in my garden, walked down the driveway to get the mail, made laps around the outside of my property (2 acres), even spent time picking up garbage. Basically, it was what my body knew and was used too. It was very comfortable for me and I didn't have to ask anyone if it would be alright and I didn't have to notify anyone that I was leaving. I just left. Freedom to be as I please!
When it comes time for the baby to be born I get to choose where the baby will be born. My last daughter was born while I was standing in the shower. I think my midwife would have preferred if I would have gotten out of the shower but the water on my back was a great distraction. Baby's tend | 159 |
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If you want all the commodities of home with the feel of the outdoors, Adventure in Camping is just what you need. We park the RV for you at your desired Mammoth Lakes camping location and when you are done we haul it off back to our headquarters. Pick from a large selection of trailers available; we have trailers that fit three and trailers that can fit up to nine guests. Our trailers offer different types of amenities such as<|fim_middle|> beauty and its breathtaking sites when you camp there. Hike the tall mountains and trails, swim in the clear water, or simply enjoy the stars at night, camping at Mammoth lake will be the perfect experience for you and your family.
Adventure in Camping makes your vacation fun and easy. You pick the campsite and we will bring the trailer to you and completely set it up for you; enjoy your Mammoth Lakes camping vacation without the hassles of setting up and taking down your campsite. Call us today or visit our website to find the RV that fits your vacation perfectly. | air conditioner, microwave, television, etc. Get ready to have a great time camping at Mammoth Lakes with your friends or family!
There is nothing quite like spending time away from home at one of the beautiful campsites Mammoth Lakes has to offer. Whether you seek the solitude of a backcountry camping site or a convenient place for you and your family to park your RV, there are plenty of places at Mammoth Lake for camping. You will enjoy Mammoth Lakes' natural | 96 |
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PRIME Minister Perry Christie on Friday insisted that the government's main goal ahead of the proposed implementation date for National Health Insurance is ensuring the country's medical infrastructure can deliver the quality of service "that fits the amount charged".
He said, despite public fears, his administration would not institute any form of taxation for NHI prior to July 2016, which is the start of the new fiscal cycle. The government intends to introduce the first phase of NHI in January 2016.
Mr Christie stressed that none of the timelines associated with NHI have changed.
According to Mr Christie, phase one of NHI would primarily address the quality of infrastructure and service provided at state run healthcare facilities throughout the country.
He explained that the government has committed itself to a long-term plan to remediate government infrastructure related to healthcare.
"Making the physical premises ready for National Health Insurance - that is the focus - working to take the pressure off of Accident and Emergency and give better and more efficient service to people, to try and move people to outline clinics," Mr Christie said at a memorial service for Vincent "Skeeter" Collins, a former PLP general.
"(We have to) give the clinics all the supplies they need, equipment they need, doctors they need and security they need to guarantee that world class service is delivered at various places.
"And so all of this is being discussed now as a part of the roll out to National Health Insurance, to ensure that even right up to the point of medical evacuation, procedures can be handled if the need arises."
The prime minister said he wanted to avoid unnecessary questions being asked about the quality of service being offered once the government goes to the public for the funding of NHI through a new tax.
"The question is when we charge people, whatever the rates are, they will know why they are charged – a much more effective delivery of service moving forward," he added.
Mr Christie said that along with current updates being made to the Princess Margret Hospital, clinics throughout the country will be revamped and reengineered to guarantee quality service is delivered.
"Going forward, with the rollouts, we hope that people will see our full plan and not be affected by it."
"A lot of equity will be given to people to know that even though you are living on an island the means are there to ensure that if the need arises you will receive the adequate care."
In October, Mr Christie said the government was mulling over a new tax to fund NHI, but stressed that his administration would not do anything to disrupt the economy.
"We will watch very carefully the economy," the prime minister said last month following an NHI meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister. "We will be in discussions with stakeholders in the economy and anything we do will be matched by what the economy can absorb at that particular time.
"So even if rates come in the next budget year those rates would conform to what we would regard as the obligation of the government to ensure that the economy is not unduly disturbed by any rate or tax that we impose," Mr Christie said previously.
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