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Vincent Ball

**Vincent Martin Ball**,  (born 4 December 1923) is an Australian retired actor and writer. He was born in Wee Waa, New South Wales.

His career began in 1949 and he retired in 2015. Ball is best known for his movie roles in British and Australian movies, including _A Town Like Alice_, _Breaker Morant_, _Phar Lap_, _Muriel's Wedding_ and _The Man Who Sued God_. He also had television roles in _Crossroads_, _Rush_, _The Young Doctors_, _A Country Practice_ and _Home and Away_.

Ball was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the 2016 Australia Day Honours.

Ball turned 100 in December 2023.

## Infobox (military person)

- **embed**: yes
- **branch**: Royal Australian Air Force
- **serviceyears**: 1942–1945
- **rank**: Flying Officer
- **battles**: Second World War


## Infobox (person)

- **name**: Vincent Ball
- **caption**: Ball in 1980
- **birth name**: Vincent Martin Ball
- **birth place**: Wee Waa, New South Wales, Australia
- **education**: Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
- **occupation**: Actor, writer, soldier
- **years active**: 1949–2003; 2015
Flag of Burgos, Spain

The **flag of Burgos** () has two horizontal stripes of red and brown with the coat of arms of Burgos. It was adopted on 4 May 2021.

## Infobox (flag)

- **name**: Flag of Burgos
- **image**: Bandera de la ciudad de Burgos (España).svg
- **proportion**: 7:4
- **adoption**: *4 May 2021
Colin Moulding

**Colin Ivor Moulding** (born 17 August 1955) is an English bassist, singer, and songwriter who was one of the core members of the rock band XTC. Moulding wrote their first three charting UK singles: "Life Begins at the Hop" (1979), "Making Plans for Nigel" (1979) and "Generals and Majors" (1980).

## Infobox (musical artist)

- **name**: Colin Moulding
- **image**: Colin Moulding.jpg
- **caption**: Moulding in 1978
- **birth name**: Colin Ivor Moulding
- **alias**: The Red Curtain, The Colonel
- **birth place**: Swindon, Wiltshire, England
- **instrument**: Bass guitar, Bass, vocals, guitar, Keyboard instrument, keyboards
- **genre**: Rock music, Rock, Pop music, pop
- **occupation**: Musician, songwriter, singer
- **years active**: 1972–present
- **label**: Cooking Vinyl, Geffen Records, Geffen, Idea Records, Idea, Virgin Records, Virgin
Flag of Cangas de Morrazo

The **flag of Cangas de Morrazo** () is colored blue and the sun in the center. The emblem has a diameter of three-quarters the width of the center. The ratio of the flag is 2:3.
! (disambiguation)

! is a punctuation mark called the **exclamation mark**.

**!** can also mean:

## Science

- Factorial: a function in mathematics
    - Derangement

### Logic

- Negation

## Other

!, the IPA symbol for postalveolar click in speech
Absorption (electromagnetic radiation)

In physics, Wave absorption is the transfer of energy from a wave to a medium. A medium is a solid, liquid, or gas. Wave absorption occurs when a wave such as a sound or light hits a medium or object and travels through the medium. The wave then transfers its energy to the object.

## Related pages

- Absorption spectroscopy
- Albedo
- Attenuation
- Electromagnetic absorption by water
- Hydroxyl ion absorption
- Optoelectronics
- Photoelectric effect
- Photosynthesis
- Solar cell
- Spectral line
- Total absorption spectroscopy
- Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy
Martha Heasley Cox Center for Steinbeck Studies

The **Martha Heasley Cox Center for Steinbeck Studies** is an internationally recognized research center dedicated to the life, works, and legacy of American author John Steinbeck. Located at San José State University in San José, California, it houses an extensive archive of Steinbeck's manuscripts, letters, and memorabilia, making it the largest Steinbeck collection in the world.

## History

The center was established in 1971 by Martha Heasley Cox, a professor of English at San José State University, with the mission to preserve and promote the study of Steinbeck’s works. Over the years, it has become a hub for scholars, educators, and readers interested in Steinbeck’s contributions to literature and culture.

In 1998, the center was officially named after its founder in recognition of her significant contributions to its development.

## Related pages

- John Steinbeck
- San José State University
- American literature

## Other websites

- Official Website
- National Steinbeck Center

## Infobox (organization)

- **name**: Martha Heasley Cox Center for Steinbeck Studies
- **founder**: Martha Heasley Cox
- **type**: Research Center
- **focus**: John Steinbeck studies and literary research
- **headquarters**: San José State University, San José, California, USA
- **website**: [https://www.sjsu.edu/steinbeck Official Website]
Hendrix College

**Hendrix College** is a private liberal arts college in Conway, Arkansas. Founded in 1876, Hendrix is known for its rigorous academic programs, commitment to the liberal arts, and affiliation with the United Methodist Church. The college consistently ranks among the top liberal arts institutions in the United States.

## History

Hendrix College was established in 1876 as a primary school called _Central Institute_ in Altus, Arkansas. In 1884, it was renamed Hendrix College in honor of Eugene Russell Hendrix, a Methodist bishop who supported the institution. The college moved to its current location in Conway in 1890 to accommodate its growing student body and ambitions.

Throughout its history, Hendrix has maintained a strong focus on the liberal arts and a commitment to educating the "whole person," integrating intellectual, social, and spiritual growth.

## Other websites

- Official Website

## Infobox (university)

- **name**: Hendrix College
- **established**: 1876
- **type**: Private liberal arts college
- **religious affiliation**: United Methodist Church
- **president**: Ellis Arnold III
- **location**: Conway, Arkansas, USA
- **campus**: Suburban, 175 acres
- **enrollment**: Approximately 1,100
- **colors**: Cardinal and Black
- **mascot**: Warrior
- **website**: [https://www.hendrix.edu www.hendrix.edu]
Ectopoglossus saxatilis

***Ectopoglossus saxatilis*** is a frog.  It lives in Colombia. Scientists think it could also live in Panama.

## Home

This frog is awake during the day. Scientists have only seen this frog in Cerro Tacarcuna. They found it near streams, near waterfalls, and in one cave. They saw the frog about 1100 meters above sea level.

Scientists have not seen the frogs inside any protected parks, but they have seen it near two protected parks: Parque Nacional Los Katios in Colombia and Darien National Park in Panama.

## Danger

Scientists do not know whether the frog is in danger of dying out, but the place where it lives is far from where humans go. Scientists looked for the fungal disease chytridiomycosis in other frogs that live nearby, but they did not find it.
Zune Software

**Zune** is a discontinued software program that was developed by Microsoft for Windows that functions as a full media player, library, mobile device management, and interface for the discontinued Zune Marketplace. The software is used to sync with all devices with Zune functionality including the Zune 4, 8, 16, 30, 80, 120, Zune HD, Windows Phone 7, and Microsoft Kin. Zune devices work exclusively with the Zune software, which applies many design principles of Microsoft's Metro design language.
Flag of Cuautitlán de García Barragán

The **flag of Cuautitlán de García Barragán** () It is colored blue and yellow and the coat of arms in the center. The emblem has a diameter of three-quarters the width of three diagonal stripes. The ratio of the flag is 4:7.

## Design and symbolism

The meaning of the colors of the state flag are as follows:

|Name|width=100|Color|HEX Code|
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|Dark blue|style = "background-color: #00008B; color: #00008B||#00008B|
|Yellow|style = "background-color: #F1BF00; color: #F1BF00"||#F1BF00|

## Infobox (flag)

- **name**: Flag of Cuautitlán de García Barragán
- **proportion**: 7:4
Najran

**Najran** (Arabic: نجران _Najrān_), is a city in southwestern Saudi Arabia. It is the capital of Najran Province. Designated as a new town, Najran is one of the fastest-growing cities in the kingdom. Its population grew from 47,500 in 1974 to 90,983 in 1992, 246,880 in 2004, and 381,431 in 2021. The city's population mostly originates from the ancient tribes of Hamdan (Wailh & Yam).

Najranis are Muslims, with Ismailis forming a plurality. Hanbali, Shafi'i, and Maliki Sunnis form the second-largest religious group in the city.

The Arabic term _Najrān_ meaning: As Local tradition claims that the land derived its name from the first man to settle in the area, Najran ibn Yahjub ibn Yarub ibn Qahtan ibn houd.

Najran was a centre of cloth-making, and the _kiswah,_ or the cloth of the Ka'aba, was originally made there. Najran were always a center for religious beliefs, following the three main religions consecutively. Firstly, A Jewish community then later on A Christian community existed in Najran. According to Najran Jewish tradition, the Jews of Najran traced their origin to the Ten Tribes. Najran was also an important stopping hub on the incense trade route.
Ameerega

***Ameerega*** is a group of poison dart frogs in the family Dendrobatidae. These frogs live around rocks that are near streams. They are found in central South America north to Panama. It contains many former species of the genus _Epipedobates_.

## Species

These species are in _Ameerega_:
President of Somaliland

The **president of Somaliland** is the head of state and head of government of Somaliland. The president is also commander-in-chief of the Somaliland Armed Forces.

## List of officeholders

- Political parties

- Symbols
 Died in office
|rowspan="2"||rowspan="2"|Portrait|rowspan="2"|Name|rowspan="2"|Elected|colspan="3"|Term of office|rowspan="2"|Political party||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
||Abdirahman Ahmed Ali Tuur|1991|28 May 1991|16 May 1993||SNM|||||||
|rowspan="2"||rowspan="2"|Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal|rowspan="2"|1993 1997|rowspan="2"|16 May 1993|rowspan="2"|3 May 2002|rowspan="2"||Independent|
|UDUB|||||||||||||
||Dahir Riyale Kahin|2003|3 May 2002|27 July 2010||UDUB|||||||
||Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud|2010|27 July 2010|13 December 2017||Kulmiye|||||||
||Muse Bihi Abdi|2017|13 December 2017|Incumbent||Kulmiye|||||||

## Infobox (official post)

- **post**: President
- **body**: the
Republic of Somaliland
- **insignia**: Seal of the President of the Republic of Somaliland.svg
- **insigniacaption**: Presidential seal
- **flag**: Flag of the President of Somaliland.svg
- **flagborder**: Presidential flag
- **flagcaption**: Flag of the President of Somaliland
- **image**: Muse Bihi official portrait 2017 (cropped).jpg
- **incumbent**: Muse Bihi Abdi
- **style**: Excellency, His Excellency

- **member of**: Cabinet of Somaliland
- **residence**: Presidential Palace
- **seat**: Hargeisa
- **appointer**: Direct election
- **termlength**: 5 years, renewable once
- **constituting instrument**: Constitution of Somaliland
- **first**: Abdirahman Ahmed Ali Tuur
- **deputy**: Vice President of Somaliland
Abdirahman Ahmed Ali Tuur

**Abdirahman Ahmed Ali Tuur** (November 6, 1931 - November 8, 2003) was a Somali politician. He was the first President of Somaliland from 1991 to 1993. Tuur was the Chairman of the Somali National Movement from 1990 to 1991. He also was the Vice President of Somaliland from 1993 to 1995.

## Infobox (officeholder)

- **name**: Abdirahman Ahmed Ali Tuur
- **image**: Abdirahman Ahmed Ali Tuur.jpg
- **caption**: Tuur before 1995
- **order**: 2nd Vice President of Somaliland
- **president**: Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal
- **term start**: May 1993
- **term end**: May 1995
- **predecessor**: Hassan Isse Jama
- **successor**: Abdirahman Aw Ali Farrah
- **order1**: 1st
- **office1**: President of Somaliland
- **vicepresident1**: Hassan Isse Jama
- **term start1**: June 7, 1991
- **term end1**: May 16, 1993
- **predecessor1**: Office established
- **successor1**: Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal
- **order2**: Chairman of the Somali National Movement
- **term start2**: April 1990
- **term end2**: May 1991
- **predecessor2**: Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud
- **successor2**: Position abolished
- **birth place**: Burao, British Somaliland
- **death place**: Hargeisa, Somaliland
- **alma mater**: University of Exeter
- **spouse**: Kinsi Ibrahim Osman Basbas
- **native name lang**: ar
Dahir Riyale Kahin

**Dahir Riyale Kahin ** (born 12 March 1952) is a Somaliland politician. He was President of Somaliland from 2002 to 2010. He was Vice President of Somaliland from 1997 to 2002.

## Infobox (officeholder)

- **name**: Dahir Riyale Kahin
- **order**: 3rd
- **office**: President of Somaliland
- **image**: Dahir Riyaale Kahin.jpg
- **vicepresident**: Ahmed Yusuf Yasin
- **term start**: 3 May 2002
- **term end**: 27 July 2010
- **predecessor**: Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal
- **successor**: Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud
- **order2**: 4th
- **office2**: Vice President of Somaliland
- **president2**: Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal
- **term start2**: 16 May 1997
- **term end2**: 3 May 2002
- **predecessor2**: Abdirahman Aw Ali Farrah
- **successor2**: Ahmed Yusuf Yasin
- **birth place**: Quljeed, British Somaliland
- **citizenship**: Somaliland citizenship, Somalilander
- **party**: United Peoples' Democratic Party
- **spouse**: Huda Barkhad
- **signature**: Dahir Riyale Kahin signature.svg
- **native name lang**: ar
Muse Bihi Abdi

**Musa Bihi Abdi** (born 1948) is a Somaliland politician and former military officer. He has been President of Somaliland since December 2017.

On 21 November 2017, Muse Bihi was announced the winner of the 2017 presidential election. He officially became the President of Somaliland on 13 December 2017.

## Infobox (officeholder)

- **honorific-prefix**: His Excellency
- **name**: Muse Bihi Abdi
- **image**: Muse Bihi official portrait 2017 (cropped).jpg
- **caption**: Official portrait, 2017
- **office**: 5th President of Somaliland
- **vicepresident**: Abdirahman Saylici
- **term start**: 13 December 2017
- **predecessor**: Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud
- **office1**: Chairman of Peace, Unity, and Development Party
- **term start1**: 31 December 2010
- **term end1**: 21 August 2023
- **predecessor1**: Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud
- **successor1**: shuaib hassan adan
- **office2**: Ministry of Interior (Somaliland), Minister of Interior
- **termstart2**: 1993
- **termend2**: 1995
- **president2**: Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal
- **predecessor2**: Suleiman Mohamoud Adan
- **successor2**: Ministry of Interior (Somaliland), Ahmed Jaambiir Suldan
- **birth place**: Hargeisa, British Somaliland
- **alma mater**: University of Hargeisa
- **spouse**: Zahra Abdilahi Absia
 Roda Ahmed Omar
- **party**: Peace, Unity, and Development Party
- **signature**: Muse Bihi Abdi signature.svg
- **signature alt**: Muse Bihi Abdi stylized autograph, in ink
- **children**: 7
- **nationality**: Somalilander
- **native name lang**: ar
Brandon Williams (politician)

**Brandon McDonald Williams** (born May 22, 1967) is an American politician, farmer, and businessman who has been the United States Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Security since 2025. He was the U.S. representative for New York's 22nd congressional district from 2023 to 2025. He is a member of the Republican Party.

On August 22, 2023, Williams announced that he was running for a second term in 2024. He lost the November 5, 2024, election to Democratic state Senator John Mannion.

On January 16, 2025, President-elect Donald Trump nominated Williams to be the next Under Secretary for Nuclear Security. His nomination was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on a 51-47 vote on September 18, 2025.

## Other websites

- Congressman Brandon Williams  official U.S. House website
- Brandon Williams for Congress

## Infobox (officeholder)

- **name**: Brandon Williams
- **image**: Brandon Williams NNSA portrait.png
- **caption**: Official portrait, 2025
- **birth name**: Brandon McDonald Williams
- **birth place**: Dallas, Texas, U.S.
- **party**: Republican Party (United States), Republican
- **education**: Baylor University
Pepperdine University (Bachelor of Arts, BA)
University of Pennsylvania (Master of Business Administration, MBA)
- **allegiance**: United States
- **branch**: United States Navy
- **serviceyears**: 1991–1996
- **rank**: Lieutenant (United States), Lieutenant
- **predecessor2**: John Katko (redistricted)
- **state2**: New York (state), New York
- **termstart2**: January 3, 2023
- **termend2**: January 3, 2025
- **successor2**: John Mannion (American politician), John Mannion
- **office**: Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Security, United States Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Security
- **status**: Incumbent
- **president**: Donald Trump
- **termstart**: September 26, 2025
- **preceded**: Jill Hruby
BitLocker

**BitLocker** is an full volume encryption feature included with Microsoft Windows versions starting with Windows Vista. It is designed to protect data by providing encryption for entire volumes. By default, it uses the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm in cipher block chaining (CBC) or "xor–encrypt–xor (XEX)-based Tweaked codebook mode with ciphertext Stealing" (XTS) mode with a 128-bit or 256-bit key. CBC is not used over the whole disk; it is applied to each individual sector.

## Other websites

- BitLocker Drive Encryption Technical Overview)
- System Integrity Team Blog

## Infobox (software)

- **genre**: Disk encryption software
- **other names**: Device Encryption
- **developer**: Microsoft
- **operating system**: Microsoft Windows
Datura

***Datura*** is a kind of plant. It is a  genus of nine species of very poisonous, vespertine-flowering plants belonging to the nightshade family (Solanaceae).
Alone (Marshmello song)

"**Alone**" is a 2016 song by American DJ and record producer Marshmello. It was released in May 2016, On June, 17, 2016 it was released as a digital download on iTunes and for streaming on Spotify.

It was at number 56 on the Canadian Hot 100 and number 60 on the US _Billboard_ Hot 100. In February 2019, it went to number 28 on the _Billboard_ Hot 100 because Marshmello played a virtual live concert in the video game _Fortnite_.

It is the first and only Monstercat song to be certified Platinum (or higher) by the RIAA.

### Weekly charts

|scope="col"|Chart (2016–19)|scope="col"|Peak position|
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|86||||
|30||||
|100||||
|16||||

### Year-end charts

|scope="col"|Chart (2016)|scope="col"|Position|
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|26||||
|59||||
|42||||

## Release history

|Region|Date|Format|Version|Label|||
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
|May 13, 2016|rowspan="2"|Digital download|Original|rowspan="2"|Monstercat||
|August 25, 2016|Remixes EP||||||

## Other websites

- Original music video

## Infobox (song)

- **name**: Alone
- **border**: yes
- **type**: single
- **artist**: Marshmello
- **album**: Monstercat#Discography, Cataclysm
- **released**: May 13, 2016
- **genre**: * Trap music (EDM), Trap
* future bass
- **length**: *
*
- **label**: Monstercat
- **writer**: Marshmello, Christopher Comstock
- **producer**: Marshmello
- **chronology**: Marshmello
- **prev title**: Colour
- **prev year**: 2016
- **next title**: Magic
- **next year**: 2016
Vacuum casting

Vacuum casting is a manufacturing process used to make small batches of parts. It starts with a master model (like a prototype) to create a silicone mold. Liquid material, usually plastic, is poured into the mold under a vacuum to remove air bubbles and ensure a smooth, detailed part.  It's commonly used in industries like automotive, electronics, and medical devices to test designs or make small amounts of final products.

## Process

- **Master Model**: Start with a high-quality model, often made by 3D printing or CNC machining.
- **Silicone Mold**: Cover the master model with liquid silicone to create a mold, then let it harden.
- **Remove the Model**: Cut the silicone to take out the master model, leaving a cavity shaped like the part.
- **Pour the Material**: Pour liquid plastic or resin into the mold under vacuum to remove air bubbles.
- **Cure the Part**: Let the material harden, then remove the finished part from the mold.

## Materials

Vacuum casting is mostly used with polyurethane resins, which can look and feel like rubber or strong plastic. Some resins can also copy the properties of materials like ABS or PP. Sometimes, colored dyes are added to the resin to match the look of the final product.

## Advantages

- Low cost for small quantities.
- Good surface finish and fine details.
- Fast production time (usually a few days).
- Useful for making prototypes or testing parts before mass production.

## Limitations

- Not suitable for very large parts.
- The silicone mold wears out after 20–25 uses.
- Less strong than injection molded parts.
- Limited material options compared to other processes.

## Common Uses

Vacuum casting is often used in:
- **Prototyping**: to test product shapes, designs, or functions.
- **Pre-production**: samples: to show customers or test in the field.
- **Bridge production**: small batches before switching to mass production.
- **Design and fit checks**: when checking how parts will connect or fit into a product.
Jon Gruden

**Jon David Gruden** (born August 17, 1963) is an American football coach who works as an advisor for the Milano Seamen, a team in the European League of Football. He became a head coach for the Raiders franchise from 1998 to 2001, where he won two consecutive division titles and made an AFC Championship Game appearance. In 2002, he was traded to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, making them to their first Super Bowl title in Super Bowl XXXVII the same season. When he was 39 years old, he became the youngest coach at the time to win a Super Bowl. Gruden was Tampa Bay's head coach until 2008, setting a team record for most wins, but his team only made the playoffs two more times. After being fired by the Buccaneers, Gruden worked as an analyst for ESPN's Monday Night Football from 2009 to 2017.
Eddie Sheldrake

**Harvey Edward Sheldrake Jr.** (born October 25, 1926) is an American restaurateur and former basketball player. He played college basketball for the UCLA Bruins and later competed in the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU). Known for his height of 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m), Sheldrake was an accomplished guard who earned multiple accolades during his college career. After basketball, he established a successful career in the restaurant industry, co-founding the Polly's Pies chain and opening several KFC locations.

## Early life

Sheldrake grew up in southwest Los Angeles, attending George Washington High School. Although he initially played on the school's "B" basketball team due to his modest weight of 110 pounds, he became a standout player by his senior year. After serving as an aviation mechanic in the Navy, he enrolled at the UCLA in 1947.

## College basketball career

Sheldrake joined the UCLA basketball team in 1948, where he captained the freshman team, breaking its season scoring record. Under the coaching of John Wooden, Sheldrake became a key player for the Bruins, helping the team secure multiple Southern Division championships in the Pacific Coast Conference.

In the 1950–51 season, Sheldrake was named team captain and set a UCLA single-game scoring record with 38 points against Stanford. He earned honorable mentions for the All-America team and was recognized as a Little All-American by the United Press.

## Infobox (basketball biography)

- **name**: Eddie Sheldrake
- **image**: File:Eddie_Sheldrake_dribbling_(cropped).jpg
- **caption**: Sheldrake c. 1951
- **position**: Guard
- **height ft**: 5
- **height in**: 9
- **nationality**: American
- **birth place**: Los Angeles, California
- **draft year**: 1951
- **years1**: 1951–1957
- **team1**: Los Angeles Kirby's Shoes
Deandre Ayton

**Deandre Edoneille Ayton Sr.** (born July 23, 1998) is a Bahamian professional basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats and was the first overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft by the Phoenix Suns. Ayton is known for his size, athleticism, and versatility as a center.

## Early life and high school career

Deandre Ayton was born in Nassau, Bahamas. He moved to the United States as a teenager to pursue basketball. Ayton attended multiple high schools, including Balboa City School in San Diego and Hillcrest Prep Academy in Phoenix, Arizona. At Hillcrest, he became the No. 1 recruit in the nation.

## College career

Ayton played one season of college basketball at the University of Arizona (2017–18). He averaged 20.1 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game, leading the Wildcats to a Pac-12 championship. Ayton was named the Pac-12 Player of the Year, Freshman of the Year, and a consensus first-team All-American. After one season, he declared for the 2018 NBA draft.

### Phoenix Suns (2018–2023)

Ayton was selected as the first overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft by the Phoenix Suns. He made an immediate impact as a rookie, averaging 16.3 points and 10.3 rebounds per game, earning a spot on the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

During the 2020–21 season, Ayton played a pivotal role in the Suns' run to the 2021 NBA Finals, where they ultimately fell to the Milwaukee Bucks. His defensive presence and rebounding were crucial throughout the postseason.

### Portland Trail Blazers (2023–present)

In September 2023, Ayton was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of a three-team deal that sent Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks.

## National team career

Ayton has expressed interest in representing the Bahamas men's national basketball team. In 2023, he joined the team and contributed to their success in regional tournaments.

### NBA regular season

|Season|Team|GP|GS|MPG|FG%|3P%|FT%|RPG|APG|BPG|PPG|
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
|2018–19|PHX|71|70|30.7|.585|.000|.746|10.3|1.8|0.9|16.3|
|2022–23|PHX|67|67|30.4|.587|.294|.761|10.0|1.7|0.8|18.0|
|Total||317|309|30.3|.588|.225|.754|10.4|1.6|0.9|16.7|

## Other websites

- NBA.com profile
- Basketball-Reference profile

## Infobox (basketball biography)

- **name**: Deandre Ayton
- **number**: 22
- **position**: Center
- **height ft**: 7
- **height in**: 0
- **weight lb**: 250
- **league**: National Basketball Association, NBA
- **team**: Portland Trail Blazers
- **birth place**: Nassau, Bahamas
- **nationality**: Bahamian
- **college**: Arizona Wildcats, Arizona (2017–2018)
- **draft year**: 2018
- **draft round**: 1
- **draft pick**: 1
- **draft team**: Phoenix Suns
- **career start**: 2018
- **years1**: 2018–2023
- **team1**: Phoenix Suns
- **years2**: 2023–present
- **team2**: Portland Trail Blazers
Heffalump

A **Heffalump** is an elephant-like creature in the Winnie-the-Pooh stories by A. A. Milne. Heffalumps are mentioned, and only appear, in Pooh and Piglet's dreams in Winnie-the-Pooh (1926), and are seen again in The House at Pooh Corner (1928). Physically, they resemble elephants; E.H. Shepard's illustration shows an Indian elephant. They are later featured in the animated television series The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1988-1991), followed by two animated films in 2005, Pooh's Heffalump Movie and Pooh's Heffalump Halloween Movie.
Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai

the 2022 eruption of the Tongan seamount, Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai was a very powerful volcanic eruption that began in December 2021 and reached its climax in mid-January 2022. the eruption was rated a 5-6 on the volcanic explosivity index and is the most recent VEI 6 eruption so far. The eruption killed 6 people in total and caused a tsunami that reached as far east as Peru, north as Japan, and northeast as the gulf of Alaska.

the eruption caused an atmospheric disturbance rivalled by no eruption in recent times except the 1883 eruption of the Krakatoa.

## Timeline of the eruption

the eruption began on the 20th December 2022 when the submarine seamount suddenly began violently sending particulates into the atmosphere followed by a huge ash cloud that was visible from Nukuʻalofa, the capital city of Tonga. this initial eruption ended by 02:00 on 21 December 2022. 8-to-14-kilometre-high (5.0 to 8.7 mi) plumes containing sulfur dioxide drifted to the north-north-east and spread over the Niuatoputapu, Haʻapai and Vavaʻu island groups. The steam and gas emissions reached altitudes of 10.3–12.2 kilometres within 3-6 days of the next stage of the eruption. On 25 December 2022, satellite imagery revealed that the island had increased in size by 300–600 metres (980–1,970 ft) on its eastern side and ash plumes by the end of December had disrupted many airlines to and from Tonga.
Wannie Sterken

**Wannie Sterken** (27 April 1943 – November 2024) was a Dutch professional football player. He played as a midfielder or forward.

Sterken was most known for playing with PEC Zwolle during the 1960s. He was topscorer of the club in 1964. Next to the 19 goals in competition, he also scored at the KNVB Cup. As midfielder he was known for passing great assists. He later played also with  Be Quick '28 (1965-1968) and  (1968-1974).

Sterken died in November 2024 at the age of 81 years.

## Other websites

- Newspaper image of Sterken
- Image of Sterken

## Infobox (football biography)

- **name**: Wannie Sterken
- **birth place**: Zwolle, Netherlands
- **position**: Midfielder, Forward
- **youthyears1**: 1950-1961
- **youthclubs1**: PEC Zwolle
- **years1**: 1961–1965
- **clubs1**: PEC Zwolle
- **goals1**: 19
- **years2**: 1965–1968
- **clubs2**: Be Quick '28
- **years3**: 1968–1974
Fulton, New York

**Fulton** is the name of three places in the U.S. state of New York:
- Fulton, Oswego County, New York, a city
- Fulton, Schoharie County, New York, a town
- Fulton County, New York

## Other

- Fulton (disambiguation)
The Shield

***The Shield*** is an American crime drama television series created by Shawn Ryan that aired on FX from March 12, 2002, to November 25, 2008. The series is known for its portrayal of corruption and moral ambiguity within a fictional Los Angeles police precinct, particularly focusing on the Strike Team, a special unit of detectives led by the ruthless and morally conflicted Detective Vic Mackey (played by Michael Chiklis).

## Synopsis

Set in the fictional Farmington district of Los Angeles, California, _The Shield_ follows the operations of the Strike Team, a controversial and corrupt police unit operating out of "The Barn," a converted church that serves as their precinct. The show blends elements of police procedural and crime drama, exploring the personal and professional lives of its characters while delving into themes such as corruption, power, loyalty, and justice.

## Cast

- Michael Chiklis
- Catherine Dent
- Walton Goggins
- CCH Pounder
- Jay Karnes
- Benito Martinez

## Production

_The Shield_ was created by Shawn Ryan and inspired by real-life events, including the Rampart scandal involving the Los Angeles Police Department. The show was produced by Fox Television Studios and marked a significant shift in FX's programming, helping to establish the network as a home for edgy, mature dramas.

The series was notable for its gritty, handheld camera work, nonlinear storytelling, and complex characters. Michael Chiklis's portrayal of Vic Mackey earned him widespread acclaim, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2002.

## Reception

_The Shield_ received critical acclaim for its writing, acting, and bold approach to storytelling. It was praised for its realistic depiction of police work and its unflinching exploration of ethical dilemmas. The show won several awards, including:

- Primetime Emmy Awards
- Golden Globe Awards
- Satellite Awards

## Other websites

- Official FX Website
- _The Shield_ on IMDb

## Infobox (television)

- **name**: The Shield
- **caption**: Title card for _The Shield_
- **genre**: Crime drama / Police procedural
- **creator**: Shawn Ryan
- **country**: United States
- **language**: English
- **num seasons**: 7
- **num episodes**: 88
- **list episodes**: List of The Shield episodes
- **runtime**: 45–67 minutes
- **network**: FX (TV channel), FX
Ghent, New York

**Ghent** is a town in Columbia County, New York, United States. As of the 2020 census, 5,303 people live in Ghent.
Shawn Ryan

**Shawn Ryan** (born October 11, 1966) is an American television producer, screenwriter, and showrunner. He is best known as the creator of the critically acclaimed crime drama series _The Shield_, which aired on FX from 2002 to 2008. His work on _The Shield_ earned him widespread recognition and numerous awards, establishing him as a prominent figure in television.

## Early Life and Education

Shawn Ryan was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois. He developed an early interest in storytelling and pursued his passion for writing at Middlebury College in Vermont, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1988. At Middlebury, Ryan was active in theater and creative writing, honing his skills in crafting compelling narratives.

## Career

Ryan began his television career in the mid-1990s, writing for several series, including _Nash Bridges_ and _Angel_. His breakout moment came with the creation of _The Shield_, which debuted on FX in 2002. The series, centered on a morally ambiguous police unit, became a critical and commercial success, earning Ryan an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award.

- _The Unit_ (2006–2009): A military drama that aired on CBS, exploring the lives of a covert special forces team and their families.
- _Terriers_ (2010): A cult-favorite detective dramedy on FX.
- _Last Resort_ (2012–2013): A political and military thriller on ABC.
- _Timeless_ (2016–2018): A science fiction series focused on time travel, aired on NBC.
- _S.W.A.T._ (2017–present): A procedural drama based on the 1975 series of the same name.

## Awards and Recognition

- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series (_The Shield_)
- Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Drama (_The Shield_)
- Peabody Award for Excellence in Storytelling

## See Also

- The Shield
- Television producer
- Showrunner

## Other websites

- Shawn Ryan on IMDb

## Infobox (person)

- **name**: Shawn Ryan
- **image**: Shawn Ryan Deauville 2011.jpg
- **birth name**: Shawn Ryan
- **birth place**: Rockford, Illinois, U.S.
- **alma mater**: Middlebury College (BA)
- **occupation**: Television producer, screenwriter, showrunner
- **years active**: 1994–present
- **notable works**: _The Shield_, _The Unit_, _S.W.A.T. (2017 TV series), S.W.A.T._, _Timeless (TV series), Timeless_
- **children**: 2
Germantown (town), New York

**Germantown** is a town in Columbia County, New York, United States. As of the 2020 census, 1,936 people live in Germantown.
Svetlana Svetlichnaya

**Svetlana Afanasyevna Svetlichnaya** (15 May 1940 – 16 November 2024) was a Soviet and Russian actress. She was known for her role as Anna Sergeyevna in _The Diamond Arm_ (1968). She also appeared in _Anna Pavlova_ (1983) and _Goddess: How I fell in Love_ (2004). She was born in present-day Gyumri, Soviet Union.

Svetlichnaya died on 16 November 2024 from a long-illness in Moscow, Russia at the age of 84.
Cathy Cahlin Ryan

**Cathy Cahlin Ryan** is an American actress best known for her role as Corrine Mackey in the critically acclaimed crime drama series _The Shield_. She has also appeared in several other television series and films. Ryan is married to television producer and screenwriter Shawn Ryan, creator of _The Shield_.

## Early life

Cathy Cahlin Ryan was born and raised in the United States. Little is publicly known about her early life and education, as she has kept her personal background private.

## Career

Ryan began her acting career in the 1990s with small roles in television and film. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of **Corrine Mackey**, the wife of lead character Vic Mackey, in FX's _The Shield_ (2002–2008). Her performance in the series was praised for its emotional depth and complex portrayal of a character caught in morally ambiguous situations.
- Guest roles in shows like _Judging Amy_, _Monk_, and _CSI: Crime Scene Investigation_.
- Appearances in independent films and TV movies.

Though her role in _The Shield_ remains her most notable, Ryan has continued to work in both television and film, often collaborating with her husband on projects.

## Personal life

Ryan married Shawn Ryan, a television producer and showrunner, in 1998. The couple has two children. She often supports her husband's creative endeavors and has occasionally appeared in cameo roles in his productions.

Ryan is known for maintaining a low public profile, focusing on her family and select acting projects.

### Television

- _The Shield_ (2002–2008) – Corrine Mackey
- _Judging Amy_ – Guest role
- _Monk_ – Guest role
- _CSI: Crime Scene Investigation_ – Guest role

### Film

- Independent films and minor roles in TV movies

## Awards and recognition

While Ryan has not won major acting awards, her performance in _The Shield_ has been acknowledged as an integral part of the show's success.

## Related pages

- The Shield
- Shawn Ryan
- FX (TV channel)

## Other websites

- Cathy Cahlin Ryan on IMDb
- Cathy Cahlin Ryan on TV Guide

## Infobox (person)

- **name**: Cathy Cahlin Ryan
- **birth name**: Cathy Cahlin Ryan
- **birth place**: United States
- **occupation**: Actress
- **known for**: _The Shield_
- **children**: 2
- **years active**: 1990–present
CompuServe

**CompuServe** (_CompuServe Information Service_, abbreviation: **CIS**) was the first large company that was an Internet service provider, in the United States.

**CompuServe** was the first large commercial provider of online services in the United States. It was created in 1969. It introduced the GIF format for pictures and a system for exchanging GIF files.

## Other websites

- CompuServe website
- CompuServe UK
- CompuServe Canada
- CompuServe Pacific
- CompuServe Switzerland  (in German)
- CompuServe Germany  (in German)
- CompuServe France  (in French)
- Aviation Special Interest Group
- CompuServe Brings The Information Age Home
- CompuServe Services & Forums list (circa February 2000)

## Infobox (company)

- **logo**: CompuServe wordmark.svg
- **type**: Subsidiary
- **industry**: Internet
- **founded**: (as Compu-Serv Network, Inc.)
- **hq location**: Formerly Columbus, Ohio, U.S.
- **hq location city**: Columbus, Ohio
- **hq location country**: U.S.
- **parent**: Yahoo!, Yahoo! Inc.
Chris Philp

**Christopher Ian Brian Mynott Philp** (born 6 July 1976) is a British politician and businessman. He has been the Shadow Home Secretary since November 2024. He also was the Minister of State for Crime, Policing and Fire from October 2022 to July 2024. Philp is a member of the Conservative Party. He has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for Croydon South since 2015.

## Infobox (officeholder)

- **honorific-prefix**: The Right Honourable
- **name**: Chris Philp
- **honorific-suffix**: Member of Parliament (UK), MP
- **image**: Official portrait of Chris Philp MP crop 2, 2024.jpg
- **office**: Shadow Home Secretary
- **leader**: Kemi Badenoch
- **term start**: 5 November 2024
- **predecessor**: James Cleverly
- **office1**: Shadow Leader of the House of Commons
- **leader1**: Rishi Sunak
- **term start1**: 8 July 2024
- **term end1**: 5 November 2024
- **predecessor1**: Lucy Powell
- **successor1**: Jesse Norman
- **office2**: Minister of State for Crime, Policing and Fire
- **term start2**: 26 October 2022
- **term end2**: 5 July 2024
- **primeminister2**: Rishi Sunak
- **predecessor2**: Jeremy Quin
- **successor2**: Diana Johnson
- **office3**: Minister for the Cabinet Office
Paymaster General
- **term start3**: 14 October 2022
- **term end3**: 25 October 2022
- **primeminister3**: Liz Truss
- **predecessor3**: Edward Argar
- **successor3**: Jeremy Quin
- **office4**: Chief Secretary to the Treasury
- **term start4**: 6 September 2022
- **term end4**: 14 October 2022
- **primeminister4**: Liz Truss
- **predecessor4**: Simon Clarke (politician), Simon Clarke
- **successor4**: Edward Argar
- **office5**: Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Tech and the Digital Economy
- **term start5**: 16 September 2021
- **term end5**: 7 July 2022
- **primeminister5**: Boris Johnson
- **predecessor5**: Matt Warman
- **successor5**: Damian Collins
- **office6**: Minister for London
- **term start6**: 18 December 2019
- **term end6**: 13 February 2020
- **primeminister6**: Boris Johnson
- **predecessor6**: Nick Hurd
- **successor6**: Paul Scully
- **office7**: Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice and Tackling Illegal Migration ,  Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Immigration Compliance and Courts
- **term start7**: 10 September 2019
- **term end7**: 16 September 2021
- **predecessor7**: Edward Argar
- **successor7**: Tom Pursglove
- **office8**: Member of Parliament (United Kingdom), Member of Parliament
for Croydon South (UK Parliament constituency), Croydon South
- **term start8**: 7 May 2015
- **predecessor8**: Richard Ottaway
- **majority8**: 2,313 (4.7%)
- **office9**: Camden London Borough Council, Camden Borough Councillor
for Gospel Oak (ward), Gospel Oak
- **term start9**: 4 May 2006
- **term end9**: 6 May 2010
- **predecessor9**: Raj Chada
- **successor9**: Theo Blackwell
- **birth place**: West Wickham, London, England
- **party**: Conservative Party (UK), Conservative
- **children**: 2
- **alma mater**: University College, Oxford
- **caption**: Official portrait, 2024
Michael Jace

**Michael Andrew Jace** (born July 13, 1962) is an American former actor best known for his role as Officer Julien Lowe on the FX television series _The Shield_. His acting career came to an abrupt end in 2014 when he was convicted of murdering his wife, April Jace.

## Early Life

Michael Jace was born on July 13, 1962, in Paterson, New Jersey, United States. Details about his early life and education remain sparse. Before embarking on an acting career, he was reportedly involved in theater.

## Acting Career

Jace began his acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in minor roles in television and film. His breakout role came in 2002 when he was cast as Officer Julien Lowe, a deeply religious and conflicted LAPD officer, in the FX crime drama series _The Shield_. He appeared in the series throughout its entire run (2002–2008).

- _Forrest Gump_ (1994) – Black Panther member
- _Boogie Nights_ (1997) – Jerome
- _Planet of the Apes_ (2001) – Major Frank Santos
- _CSI: Crime Scene Investigation_ – Guest role
- _ER_ – Guest role

Jace's career included a mix of guest roles on television and supporting roles in films. Despite his talent, he was largely recognized for his role in _The Shield_.

## Legal Issues

In 2014, Michael Jace was arrested and later charged with the murder of his wife, April Jace. The incident occurred on May 19, 2014, at their Los Angeles home, following a domestic dispute. April Jace, a financial aid counselor and mother of two of Jace's children, was shot multiple times.

During his trial, Jace admitted to the killing but claimed it was not premeditated. He was found guilty of second-degree murder in 2016 and sentenced to 40 years to life in prison.

## Personal Life

Michael Jace was married twice. His first marriage, to Jennifer Bitterman, ended in divorce in 2002. He married April Jace in 2003, with whom he had two sons. Following April Jace's death, their children were placed under the care of relatives.

### Film

- _Forrest Gump_ (1994) – Black Panther member
- _Boogie Nights_ (1997) – Jerome
- _Planet of the Apes_ (2001) – Major Frank Santos

### Television

- _The Shield_ (2002–2008) – Officer Julien Lowe
- _CSI: Crime Scene Investigation_ – Guest role
- _ER_ – Guest role
- _NYPD Blue_ – Guest role

## Infobox (person)

- **name**: Michael Jace
- **birth name**: Michael Andrew Jace
- **birth place**: Paterson, New Jersey, United States
- **occupation**: Actor
- **years active**: 1992–2014
- **known for**: _The Shield_
- **criminal status**: Incarcerated
- **spouse**: * Jennifer Bitterman (m. 1996; div. 2002)
* April Jace (m. 2003; her death 2014)
- **children**: 3
- **conviction**: Second-degree murder
- **penalty**: 40 years to life in prison
Karoline Leavitt

**Karoline Claire Leavitt** (born August 24, 1997) is an American political spokesperson and aide serving as the 36th White House press secretary under the second administration of President Donald Trump since 2025. She is the youngest White House press secretary in history.

Leavitt was a presidential writer and assistant press secretary during the first Trump administration. In 2022, she ran for congress in New Hampshire's 1st congressional district but lost the general election to incumbent Chris Pappas. She was a spokesperson for MAGA Inc., a pro-Trump Super PAC, and she served as the national press secretary for Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.

## Congressional campaign

In 2022, she ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Hampshire's 1st congressional district, becoming the second member of Generation Z to win a congressional primary. She lost the general election to incumbent Chris Pappas. She decided not to run again in 2024.

### Trump 2024 campaign

In January 2024, Leavitt began working as the national press secretary for Donald Trump 2024 presidential campaign. She appeared on several news channels defending Trump and in one case was removed from CNN for arguing with the debate moderators. She was on short leave in July 2024 because her son was born, but she quickly returned to work after seeing the attempted assassination of Donald Trump on July 13.

### White House secretary

On November 15, 2024, President-elect Trump chose Leavitt to be his White House press secretary. She took office on January 20, 2025. At age 27, she is the youngest White House press secretary ever appointed. Leavitt delivered her first White House press conference on January 28, 2025, during which she announced that independent journalists and influencers would also be able to apply for press conferences in the future.

## Personal life

Karoline Claire Leavitt was born in Atkinson, New Hampshire to a  Catholic family. She studied at Saint Anselm College During her education at Saint Anselm College, Leavitt interned at Fox News.

Leavitt is a Roman Catholic.

In 2025, Leavitt married Nicholas Riccio, a real estate developer 32 years older than her. They announced their engagement in December 2023 and were married in a private ceremony. She gave birth to their son on July 10, 2024.

## Infobox (officeholder)

- **name**: Karoline Leavitt
- **image**: Official portrait of Karoline Leavitt, 2025 (cropped)(2).jpg
- **caption**: Official portrait, 2025
- **order**: 36th
- **office**: White House Press Secretary
- **president**: Donald Trump
- **term start**: January 20, 2025
- **predecessor**: Karine Jean-Pierre
- **birth name**: Karoline Claire Leavitt
- **birth place**: Atkinson, New Hampshire, U.S.
- **party**: Republican Party (United States), Republican
- **children**: 1
- **education**: Saint Anselm College (Bachelor of Arts, BA)
- **deputy**: Anna Kelly
Kush Desai
Steven Cheung (political advisor)

**Huyen** "**Steven**" **Cheung** (Chinese: 張振𤋮，born June 23, 1982) is an American political advisor who has been the White House Communications Director since 2025. He was President Donald Trump's campaign spokesman in the 2024 United States presidential election. He worked in Trump's 2016 and 2020 campaigns.

In November 2024, Cheung was hired by Trump to be his White House Communications Director for his second administration.

## Infobox (politician)

- **office**: White House Communications Director
- **term start**: January 20, 2025
- **president**: Donald Trump
- **predecessor**: Ben LaBolt
- **name**: Steven Cheung
- **birth name**: Huyen Cheung
- **birth place**: Sacramento, California, U.S
- **image**: Steven Cheung April 2025.jpg
- **party**: Republican Party (United States), Republican
- **education**: California State University, Sacramento (Bachelor of Arts, BA)
- **caption**: Cheung in 2025