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Airbus’s specialist flight-operations division, Navblue, has unveiled a new runway contamination reporting system which uses the aircraft as a condition sensor during landing roll-out.
Over 10 carriers have signed up for the system, designated RunwaySense, covering a total of more than 880 aircraft.
Airbus had signalled to FlightGlobal more than two years ago that it was preparing to deploy a system, through Navblue, which would gather performance data from aircraft to relay accurate, almost real-time data about runway condition.
The new system is based on braking action computation function software, released by Navblue on Airbus A320-family jets last year.
As the aircraft lands the software generates a message about the condition of the runway surface, compared with the US FAA’s runway condition assessment matrix for take-off and landing performance.
The data will become accessible for integration with users’ tools through dedicated Navblue channels.
Navblue vice-president of programmes Thomas Lagaillarde says the system’s use of aircraft performance information to assess runway conditions makes it “truly unique”.
“By transforming the aircraft into a sensor we’re maximising the airports’ knowledge of their runway performance and therefore increasing safety for aircraft and airports,” he adds, pointing out that the available data will increase as the customer base expands.
“We believe the community model of sharing data is the right direction of travel for all aviation stakeholders.”
Navblue says the data can be used to improve the timing of airport runway-sweeping operations or increase de-icing efficiency, while airlines can enhance monitoring of their operations through their own or other carriers’ information.
Introduction of RunwaySense comes ahead of the deadline for ICAO global reporting format for runway conditions, which had been set for 5 November this year but – owing to the coronavirus crisis – has been pushed back to 4 November 2021.
The development follows concerns over the accuracy of conventional braking condition information.
Investigators of landing incidents have previously identified a need for aircraft-based surface measurement and communication. Recommendations to examine the feasibility of such a system were made after the fatal overrun of a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700 at Chicago Midway in late 2005.
Shortfalls in the accuracy and timeliness of runway condition information were also highlighted by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency in a January 2018 safety bulletin.
ICAO has spent more than a decade exploring the complex nature of runway surface friction and developing a harmonised methodology for assessment, in order to produce a standardised and simple reporting format to improve safety and situational awareness.

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Just over 4 years ago, this 8-part composition was finished by lead composer Martin O’Donnell, a veteran composer for Bungie. It was intended to be a companion to the then-new Destiny universe that Bungie had created in the form of the Destiny series of games. There were a series of struggles between O’Donnell and Bungie, one primary point being Bungie’s failure to use O’Donnell’s music in their trailer at E3 in 2013. This eventually resulted in O’Donnell’s firing from Bungie, and the disappearance of this album. After his firing, hope was lost that it would ever see the light of day. O’Donnell expressed on Twitter that he, “gave away nearly 100 copies of Music of the Spheres,” and that while he didn’t have the permission to allow it to be shared, “no one in the world can prevent me from giving you my blessing.”
A teenage fan, Owen Spence, had been reconstructing the album from publicly available material, starting in late 2016. This was well-documented, and just today, he released that he and a friend, Tlohtzin Espinosa, had been contacted by someone that had a copy of the album and wished to release it to the public. Following that exact directive, they published it on Soundcloud (where it is still available) and released a MEGA link which allowed users to download it.
Martin O’Donnell and Michael Salvatori, two composers of the Halo soundtracks, and Paul McCartney (of the Beatles) joined forces to create this album, resolving that it was their best work. I’d have to say that I agree, although I fully admit that I don’t have an extremely in-depth exposure to the full scope of their work.
With all that interesting, but still context, context out of the way – the album. Each of the 8 songs is paired to a planet in the Destiny universe, although not all of those planets are yet accessible (with fans of the franchise hoping that they’ll be included in future games). The first song, “The Path,” is written in the key of C, and each concurrent piece increases the key by a scale degree. Given that there are 8 songs, this puts the final track, “The Hope,” back to the key of C. Although this has (of course) not been confirmed, my suspicion is that this was the intent of the composers – that this travel through the universe of Destiny was not an evolution, but a revolution, ending just where it started.
In terms of actual qualities of the album, each song is extremely well-constructed, with perfectly executed dynamic and tempo changes being one of the highlights – the breaks don’t feel forced or inappropriate, even if the change is sudden, significant, and impactful. The composers clearly very well knew when to build slowly, when to build quickly, and when to snap entirely in an instant.
The changes in motifs, themes, and dynamics help to build a sense of story and flow within the songs and across the album as a whole. This isn’t just good for a “video game” soundtrack, this is a beautiful piece of orchestral music, entirely and explicitly in its own right. The composers did an extremely good job at communicating themes, almost like programmatic orchestral music, except without the program to go alongside it (or maybe one could consider the games themselves the program that traces the story).
Nothing seems out of place in this entire composition; there isn’t a moment where I internally went, “No, that shouldn’t have gone there,” except for the very end. In the latter half of the final track, “The Hope,” the orchestral backing drops out and brought in is a strumming guitar, soon followed by Paul McCartney’s voice.
It feels slightly off to have allowed the listener to develop their own concepts of the composers’ intended themes for the entirety of the piece, up until the last three and a half minutes. It seems almost as if to say, “We trusted you up until now, but this is a bit much, so we’ll spell it out for you.” I will admit that this is still very well put together, with Paul McCartney’s voice beautifully underscored and supported by the orchestral and band backing, but I’m not a huge fan of this style, in the wider context of the piece, as a whole.
It didn’t destroy my appreciation for all of the incredible work that has been put into this, from the composers, to the conductors, to the musicians, to the recording artists, to the mixers, and to whoever mastered this, but I feel that it isn’t the best note to end on, and that this piece could have been finished more gracefully.
The counter to this opinion is that the composers were either required or independently wanted to put a little bit more directly tied meaning to the music, in the context of the piece as a soundtrack. That, I can wholly understand, but I still feel that it was a creative misstep, at least to my ears.
That aside, I am a massive fan of this album. It is consistently and continuously engaging, interesting, and entrancing. In each song, new themes and motifs are called upon, combined differently each time. The composers were obviously very sensitive to their instrumentation, and took full advantage of the wide range of musicians, skills, and sounds that were at their fingertips (see: bounced bows at the end of, “The Ruin,” and the vocal technique of modulation inter-note (mirrored by the piccolos) in, “The Prison”). They intelligently used all of the tools at their disposal to not only make a great soundtrack, but a great album and a great piece of music. 9.5/10.


Internships have become a fixture of the economy. Asking around about the value of working without pay in order to get some real world currency with employers is to solicit decidedly mixed responses. Descriptors range from “worthless” to “depressing” and “annoying bullshit” to “it saved my life”. Where is the truth we might wonder at a time when the employment prospects for youth seem as difficult as ever? We are told with religious certainty that maximum education is required for success in the new workplace and being an intern is therefore to be embraced. Young people often serve more than one and yet the internship, for many, is just another stretch on the road to nowhere, a feature of underemployment and poverty.
The downside of interning has struggled to emerge within the story of work and employment as it has come to be known since the 1980s. The mythology of internship remains strong, in part, because there are success stories. So, what of the time-wasting, depressing, free-lunch-for-business critique of interning? Well, it’s becoming especially important now that legalistic arguments are being advanced that large-scale use of interns may actually be illegal, not just morally iffy, but contrary to reasonable expectations of the social conduct of business and government?
Canada appears to be catching up to the States and the UK where the negative take on interning is a much more evolved and visible story, and has been for a while. The University of Toronto Student Union spoke up this week on behalf of some 300,000 unpaid interns across the country in nearly every kind of industry, taking a position that such internships are exploitve. UTSU’s letter to Ontario’s Minister of Labour received a mediocre response from that office and seems to have been pushed out of the media by the Boston attacks.
Letter to Yasir Naqvi from UTSU regarding unpaid internships
Coincidentally, a social media/brand management firm in British Columbia called HootSuite has been so embarrassed, in the online world in particular, at the backlash against its use of unpaid interns it has stopped the practice and going forward will pay interns. Clearly, their interns have been doing something of monetary value and their lawyers must have told them there is merit, and therefore risk to HootSuite, in the argument that interning is illegal.
Unpaid HootSuite interns get back pay itworldcanada.com
The book Intern Nation: How to Earn Nothing and Learn Little in the Brave New Economy by Ross Perlin made a project of understanding internships in the United States and is brutal reading. Perlin allows for the potential value of interning, offers numerous solutions but finds too many things wrong with the phenomenon for it to remain the way it is. He sets out the scale, meaning and implications of what has become a social norm.
These are not your father’s internships Ross Perlin 2012 NYT opinion piece
Ross Perlin speaking at Google headquarters 2011 58:17
In the UK we find an ongoing legal case in which a 24-year-old museum volunteer, Caitt Reilly, receiving a job seeker’s benefit was required to work without wages at a retail chain called Poundland, British equivalent of a dollar store. Ms. Reilly is part of a challenge to the legislation requiring unpaid commerical work for social welfare benefits mounted in the courts. Her example has stirred a large amount of emotion and the government was compelled to amend a bill in parliament to prevent back pay being given to those in unpaid-work-for-benefit situations like Ms. Reilly’s.
For many observers her case speaks to the miserable nature of the current coalition government steering the UK towards austerity and seeming to lack any other idea beyond cutbacks to public programs and lower taxes for the wealthy.
Poundland ruling ‘blows big hole’ through government work schemes
guardian.co.uk – see video, other links & comments section
International Lessons: youth unemployment in the global context
53-page .pdf version of a January 2013 report from Lancaster University’s Work Foundation which finds the UK comparing poorly to, yes, you guessed it, Germany when it comes to moving young people from education to employment.
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In alignment with this year’s admission of the most ethnically diverse class in more than 30 years, one of the largest minority groups on UC Berkeley’s campus, namely students with disabilities, has also seen an increase in admission rates.
As a group that encompasses many identities and backgrounds, students with disabilities registered with the Disabled Students’ Program, or DSP, made up 12% of the student population in 2019, according to DSP’s annual report. This represents a 24% increase from the previous school year and, overall, is part of an upward trend in DSP student registration during the past eight years.
The choice of whether or not to register as a student with a disability comes after students have been admitted to UC Berkeley. According to Karen Nielson, DSP director, this is because campus is not permitted to ask disability-related questions on the application, a reality that Alena Morales, chair of the ASUC Disabled Students Commission, views as a double-edged sword.
“It’s kind of a tough position- I want there to be better resources for students to request DSP accommodations even at the admissions level,” Morales said in an email. “However, I know that it can be tough to disclose disability to an academic institution because of all of the ableism that is prevalent in academia.”
Morales added that students with disabilities are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in state-funded programs such as universities.
Academic ableism, however, is “very much present” on campus and may deter students from disclosing their disability on an application, even if given the opportunity, out of fear of association with ableist stereotypes, according to Morales.
“Knowing what resources are out there and what they are entitled to is vital for disabled students to feel empowered from Day 1,” Morales said in an email. “There needs to be more explicit resources and language placed on the UC application that will facilitate this.”
Although Morales said there may be a lack of available resources on the UC system’s application, according to Nielson, DSP has worked to increase resources for campus students, an effort reflected by the growing number of students who register with DSP each year, of which there are currently about 3,550.
Nielson added that DSP holds an annual orientation program and conducts regular outreach both before and after admissions.
As the campus population of students with disabilities has nearly doubled in size over the past four years, hiring enough staff to serve students in a timely and effective manner has been difficult, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Nielson.
Beyond DSP, there are other student organizations committed to empowering students with disabilities and ensuring their voices are heard. The ASUC Disabled Students Commission, in particular, is working on various projects with this goal in mind, according to Morales.
These projects involve the admission and retention of Black, Indigenous and people of color with disabilities, the revival of the Disabled Students’ Residence Program and a disabled alumni mentorship program to reach out to high schools and facilitate admission for students with disabilities, according to Morales.
An important aspect of the commission is building a unified community, according to Morales. It is because of this community that Tasneem Khan, a commission member who joined in the spring, encourages any hesitant students to apply to UC Berkeley.
“I’d say do it because when I was applying to Berkeley I didn’t really know that much about my disability, and it was kind of through some of the groups on this campus that I was able to figure that out a little bit more,” Khan said. “There’s a lot of communities on campus, and you’ll find your people here.”

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Are you having a wonderful October? We sure are! This past weekend, we had a great fall party and I’m looking forward to many more.
If you are late to the party, no worries, every Wednesday come and link up your favorite projects from the week. This could be any food, recipes, crafts or DIY! Since there are 5 hosts… your link will be seen on 5 blogs at once.
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These Jack-O-Lantern Smoothies are so cute, easy, and festive. Head on over to The Seasoned Mom for the complete tutorial to make these cute treats!
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"The 108 Annual Pingtung County Soybean Processing Product Excellent Manufacturer Award Ceremony was held today (11th) at the Health Bureau of Pingtung County Government. The award was presented by the director of the Health Bureau, Shi Chenggui. The ceremony also arranged for the review committee representatives and award-winning manufacturers to share experience; Director Shi He said that the county government is committed to creating a happy Pingtung where people can live and work in peace and contentment. Food safety checks are a very important part. Thanks to the excellent manufacturers for their hard work. It is not easy to win the award. It needs to go through training courses, on-site preliminary inspections, corrections, re-examinations, and random inspections. Shi Bureau has long encouraged the award-winning industry to continue to implement self-management and launch high-quality and safe products based on the guidance and suggestions of experts and auditors."
Source: Health Bureau
Thank you Mr. Shi Chenggui, Secretary of the Health Bureau, for presenting the award.
Glad to be recognized, we will continue to work hard!
Happy Pingtung, eat in Pingan!
May everyone be healthy and safe in this difficult 2020!


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Enhancing Nature’s Beauty At
El Paso Cosmetic Surgery
At El Paso Cosmetic Surgery, we believe in giving people the opportunity to enhance their appearance and their lives through plastic surgery. Dr. Ozan Sozer and the staff at our West Texas practice in El Paso are devoted to giving patients the treatment and results that they are searching for. Whether you want to rejuvenate your facial features or to accentuate the curves of your body, we can help.
Meet Our Plastic Surgeons
Dr. Ozan Sozer (left) is an experienced and accomplished Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. He is internationally acclaimed for his innovative surgical techniques and continuation of research and knowledge in the field of plastic surgery. Most recently, Dr. Sozer invented and developed the Gliding Face Lift, an advanced facelift technique that allows him to perform a deep plan facelift through a tiny incision hidden on each side of the hairline. Dr. Sozer is also a featured expert on RealSelf.com for liposuction, tummy tucks, and breast augmentation.
Dr. Paul Phillips (right) is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in breast reconstruction, breast reduction, breast augmentation, liposuction, abdominoplasty procedures, Brazilian butt lift, labiaplasty and many other procedures. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Dr. Phillips is dedicated to providing the highest-quality cosmetic surgery to his patients.

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In the world of natural remedies, there's an ongoing debate between CBD and hemp extract. What's the difference, you may ask? Well, buckle up and get ready to dive into the wonderful world of plant-based wellness!
First things first, let's clarify what CBD and hemp extract actually are. CBD, short for cannabidiol, is a compound found in the cannabis plant. On the other hand, hemp extract refers to the oil derived from the hemp plant's seeds. These two substances may come from the same plant family, but they have distinct characteristics and uses.
Now, before we delve deeper into the CBD vs. hemp extract showdown, let me assure you that we're going to break it down in a simple and easy-to-understand way. So, whether you're new to the topic or already have some knowledge, get ready to explore the intriguing differences and potential benefits of CBD and hemp extract. Let's get started!
Curious about the differences between CBD and hemp extract? Let's explore 5 key features. CBD is known for its potential health benefits, while hemp extract contains a wider range of natural compounds. Both offer unique advantages, so it's important to choose based on your specific needs. CBD is often used for targeted relief, while hemp extract is great for overall wellness. Consider your goals and preferences when making a decision.
|Supports overall wellness
|Potential therapeutic effects
|Rich in natural compounds
|Offers a wide range of benefits
|Derived from hemp or cannabis
|Derived from industrial hemp
Key Takeaways: CBD vs Hemp Extract
- CBD and hemp extract are both derived from the cannabis plant.
- CBD is a compound known for its potential health benefits, while hemp extract contains various beneficial compounds.
- CBD is often used for managing pain, anxiety, and insomnia, while hemp extract is commonly used in skincare and food products.
- CBD is typically extracted from the flowers and leaves of the cannabis plant, while hemp extract is derived from the seeds and stalks.
- When choosing between CBD and hemp extract, consider your specific needs and consult with a healthcare professional.
Comparing CBD vs Hemp Extract: Understanding the Differences and Benefits
When it comes to natural remedies and supplements, CBD and hemp extract have gained significant popularity. Both CBD and hemp extract are derived from the cannabis plant, but they have distinct characteristics and uses. In this article, we will dive into the differences between CBD and hemp extract, explore their key features, compare user experiences, analyze the pros and cons, discuss price points, and ultimately determine which is better for you.
Overview of CBD:
CBD, short for cannabidiol, is a compound found in the cannabis plant known for its therapeutic properties. Unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD does not induce psychoactive effects, making it a safe and non-intoxicating option for users. CBD products are available in various forms, including oils, tinctures, capsules, gummies, and topicals. People turn to CBD for its potential benefits in reducing anxiety, relieving pain and inflammation, improving sleep, and promoting overall well-being.
One of the key aspects of CBD products is their versatility. CBD can be used for various purposes, from managing chronic conditions to promoting relaxation and a sense of calm. Its wide range of potential benefits makes it a popular choice among individuals seeking natural alternatives for their health and wellness needs.
It is important to note that CBD products are generally derived from hemp, which contains high levels of CBD and very low levels of THC (less than 0.3%). This ensures that CBD products are legal in most states, as they comply with the legal limit for THC content.
Overview of Hemp Extract:
Hemp extract, also known as hemp oil or hemp seed oil, is derived from the seeds of the hemp plant. Unlike CBD, hemp extract does not contain significant amounts of CBD or other cannabinoids. Instead, it is primarily rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Hemp extract is commonly used as a dietary supplement due to its nutritional profile. It is a good source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are essential for overall health and well-being. Additionally, hemp extract contains vitamins A, C, and E, as well as minerals like iron, zinc, and magnesium.
While hemp extract does not provide the same potential benefits as CBD, it is valued for its nutritional value and potential support for heart health, skin health, and overall wellness. It is important to note that hemp extract does not have the same regulatory restrictions as CBD, making it more widely available.
Key Features Compared:
When comparing CBD and hemp extract, it is important to consider their key features and how they differ. Let's dive into the specific aspects of these products and compare them:
1. Cannabinoid Content:
CBD products are known for their high CBD content, with varying levels of other cannabinoids such as CBG, CBN, and THC (in legal limits). On the other hand, hemp extract does not contain significant amounts of cannabinoids, including CBD. This makes CBD products more suitable for individuals looking for the potential benefits of cannabinoids.
2. Therapeutic Benefits:
While both CBD and hemp extract have potential health benefits, CBD is known for its specific therapeutic properties. CBD has been studied for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anxiolytic effects. Hemp extract, on the other hand, is primarily valued for its nutritional content rather than its therapeutic benefits.
3. Usage and Consumption:
CBD products are available in various forms, ranging from oils and capsules to topicals and edibles. They can be consumed orally, applied topically, or used in cooking. Hemp extract, on the other hand, is primarily used as a dietary supplement and is typically consumed by adding it to food or beverages.
4. Legal Considerations:
Due to the varying regulations surrounding cannabis-derived products, CBD may have specific legal restrictions in some regions. However, CBD products derived from hemp and containing less than 0.3% THC are legal in many parts of the world. Hemp extract, on the other hand, is generally more widely available without strict regulatory limitations.
5. Ingested vs. Topical Use:
CBD products can be used both internally and externally. They can be ingested orally or applied topically, allowing for targeted relief from pain or inflammation. Hemp extract, on the other hand, is primarily consumed as a dietary supplement and does not have the same versatility for topical application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to our FAQ section, where we'll explore the differences between CBD and hemp extract. If you're confused about these terms and want to learn more, you've come to the right place. Below, you'll find answers to some common questions related to CBD and hemp extract.
1. What is CBD, and how is it different from hemp extract?
CBD, short for cannabidiol, is a compound found in the cannabis plant. It is one of many cannabinoids, including THC, but unlike THC, CBD is non-intoxicating. On the other hand, hemp extract refers to the oil extracted from the hemp plant, which typically contains a variety of cannabinoids, including CBD. However, hemp extract can also contain other beneficial compounds like terpenes and flavonoids. So, while CBD is a component of hemp extract, hemp extract may contain more than just CBD.
In summary, CBD is a specific compound found within hemp extract, which is a broader term encompassing the full range of compounds extracted from the hemp plant.
2. How do CBD and hemp extract affect the body differently?
CBD and hemp extract interact with the body's endocannabinoid system, but the impact can differ. CBD may interact directly with receptors in the body, such as those associated with pain, mood, and inflammation. It has been studied for its potential to provide relief from various conditions, including anxiety, pain, and epilepsy.
On the other hand, hemp extract contains a wider range of cannabinoids and other beneficial compounds, which may work together synergistically to produce what is known as the “entourage effect.” This means that the combined effect of multiple compounds may be more powerful than isolated CBD alone. As a result, some people find that hemp extract offers a more comprehensive and effective experience compared to CBD alone.
3. Is there a difference in the extraction process for CBD and hemp extract?
The extraction process for CBD and hemp extract is similar, as both involve extracting compounds from the hemp plant. Typically, a solvent, such as CO2, is used to extract the desired compounds. However, when producing CBD isolate, additional steps are taken to isolate and remove other cannabinoids and compounds, resulting in a pure form of CBD. In contrast, hemp extract is less refined and retains a broader range of compounds.
Ultimately, the extraction process for CBD and hemp extract is similar, but the final product may differ depending on the desired outcome—whether it's pure CBD or a more comprehensive extract.
4. Can CBD and hemp extract be used interchangeably?
In some cases, CBD and hemp extract can be used interchangeably, especially when referring to products that primarily contain CBD, with little to no other compounds. However, it's essential to read the product labels and descriptions to understand what is specifically included. If you're looking for the benefits associated with the full range of cannabinoids and compounds found in hemp, then hemp extract may be a more suitable option.
Ultimately, it depends on your preferences and the desired effects you are seeking. If you're uncertain, consult with a healthcare professional who can provide personalized advice.
5. Are there any legal differences between CBD and hemp extract?
The legal landscape surrounding CBD and hemp extract can vary depending on where you live. In the United States, for example, CBD derived from hemp containing less than 0.3% THC is legal at the federal level. However, it's crucial to check your local laws, as regulations can differ from state to state.
As for hemp extract, it falls under the same legal umbrella as CBD, as long as it is derived from hemp and adheres to the THC concentration limit of 0.3% or less. It's always wise to research and understand the laws governing CBD and hemp extract in your specific region to ensure compliance.
CBD Oil vs Hemp Seed Oil – EXPLAINED!
So, here's what we've learned about CBD and hemp extract: CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is a compound found in the cannabis plant. It doesn't make you high like marijuana does and has potential health benefits like reducing pain and anxiety. On the other hand, hemp extract is derived from the seeds of the hemp plant and contains beneficial nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and proteins.
CBD and hemp extract can both be used in products like oils, creams, and supplements. These products may help with various conditions, but it's important to talk to a doctor before using them. Remember, everyone's body is different, so what works for one person may not work for another.
In conclusion, CBD and hemp extract have different properties and potential benefits, but they're not magical cures. It's always best to do your research, seek advice from professionals, and make informed decisions about your health.


Microsoft Office 365 was recently hit by a major outage. It seems that a recently introduced software upgrade triggered major problems in some of Microsoft’s networks. Microsoft 365 including Exchange, Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams all got hit by huge outage.
Microsoft Office 365 again suffers huge outage, as multiple services such as Exchange, Teams and Outlook no longer works for many users. https://www.lgnetworksinc.com/microsoft-blames-botched-software-update-for-massive-office-365-and-teams-outage/
The problem affected almost half of Microsoft’s global network. Microsoft Office 365 has millions of clients, and one minor outage can be extremely devastating to businesses are not willing to wait for the downtime to occur.
As a result of this outage Microsoft has now issued a big statement announcing that the company will be upgrading its server hardware in order to help improve its overall network performance.
The Microsoft Office outage affected several different parts of Microsoft’s email service, including Outlook, Active Directory and CRM. Microsoft also released an FAQ to answer the common questions of users who have experienced the outage.
These FAQs include what happened, what Microsoft is doing to fix the issue and how can businesses prevent this from happening in the future.
Microsoft is currently investigating the cause of the outage and there is a chance that the failure could have been the result of a security breach. Microsoft has deployed strict rules for the installation of security updates, and customers should make sure they install any security updates immediately after it has been released. Since there is no way of knowing whether the security update was installed, Microsoft recommends customers run a security update on their systems and then scan their servers to check for security vulnerabilities.
Microsoft has released an update that addresses the issues surrounding this outage and will be made available soon.
Customers can use Microsoft Security Essentials (MSSE) to scan their servers and perform an automatic Microsoft Security Bulletin scans. MSSE is an open source program that automatically performs Microsoft security updates.
Customers are advised to use MSSE to scan their servers immediately if they experience any of the issues described in the Microsoft Office 365 outage FAQs. MSSE is an open source tool, and Microsoft has released a series of blogs that explain how to use it and how to get started using MSSE. The MS Office 365 outage FAQs also outlines how MSSE is used.
Another issue, Microsoft is addressing is the issue that caused Outlook to display error messages that state your mailbox is inaccessible when there is a network issue such as a router, firewalls or a port blockage.
Microsoft recommends that you stop the automatic email alerts that occur every time you send an email. When you do this you are able to read the email messages again and the messages can be forwarded to an alternate address or sent as a standard email.
Microsoft Office 365 has had some major troubles lately but there is hope as the company is updating its networks to reduce the risks. Microsoft is still very important for businesses, however, it is best to understand how it works so you don’t encounter these types of issues. To ensure you’re using the best possible system there are a few things you should do before you ever send an email – ensure the Microsoft Office 365 email address and password are secure and the system is running on an up to date Microsoft Exchange server.
Microsoft Exchange is an important tool and it is a major reason for businesses to have this software on their computers. Microsoft Exchange is where your emails are sent, where you store important contacts, where you store important calendar appointments and where important documents are stored. Microsoft Exchange is a vital part of any business and without it your business would fail to function.
Microsoft Exchange is an extremely important part of Microsoft Office 365. Microsoft Exchange is where your emails are sent, where you store important contacts, where important calendar appointments and where important documents are stored. Microsoft Exchange is an extremely vital part of any business and without it your business would fail to function. In addition to it being one of the most vital parts of the Microsoft Office 365 system is the fact that it is a vital part of other Microsoft software programs such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Microsoft Exchange is very important because it is an excellent database to use to store all of your contacts and data which can be very valuable. When your email is delivered, it can also be used for many other tasks including creating calendars, sending newsletters and creating reminders or other forms of communication.


text: Students in Professor Mez Baker-Medard’s Fall 2014 ENVS 401 senior seminar focused on lead poisoning prevention worked with the Vermont Department of Health, the Association of Africans Living In Vermont, the Vermont State Refugee Coordinator, the Burlington Lead Program, and the Vermont Housing and Conservation Board to both map soil lead data in the Burlington area (part of a larger database of statewide soil lead data students compiled) and to develop culturally appropriate and translated materials on lead poisoning prevention for the refugee populations in the Burlington area. The translated materials took the form of a suite of videos and a lead resources guide translated into French, Nepali, Arabic and Swahili. Students presented at the statewide Refugee and Immigrant Service Provider’s Network meeting on December 11, 2014 to both detail their process and encourage the dissemination and utilization of their final products. Their work was quite well received! The videos and resource guides were recommended as a tool for one of the health topics covered by instructors who train refugees who wish to open a child care provider business and was also shared with the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement and the network of State Refuge Coordinators around the country. The soils data were shared with the Senior Planner with the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission to complement their latest EPA funding application for brownfields remediation and the Sustainability Coordinator for the City of Burlington.

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Maputo — The Mozambican authorities reported on Saturday that, for the fifth time in July, the number of new cases of the Covid-19 respiratory disease exceeded 2,000.
According to a Health Ministry press release, there were 2.078 new cases on Saturday. The days with the highest number of cases have been: 28 July 2,460 30 July 2,290 22 July 2,123 31 July 2,078 17 July 2,025
The Ministry also reported a further 27 Covid-19 deaths. These victims were 16 men and 11 women, all Mozambican nationals, and aged between 26 and 85. 20 of them died in Maputo city, three in Maputo province and one each in Niassa, Nampula, Sofala and Gaza.
This brings the total Covid-19 death toll in Mozambique to 1,434. Of these deaths, 556 (38.8 per cent) occurred in July, making July 2021 by far the deadliest month in the Mozambican Covid-19 epidemic.
Since the start of the pandemic, 738,694 people have been tested for the coronavirus that causes Covid-19, 6,263 of them in the previous 24 hours.
4,185 of the tests gave negative results while 2,078 people tested positive for the coronavirus. This brings the total number of Covid-19 cases diagnosed in Mozambique to 122,028. Of the positive cases identified on Saturday, 1,116 were women or girls, and 962 were men or boys. 225 were children under the age of 15 and 120 were over 65 years old. For 31 cases, no age information was available.
Just over 49 per cent of the new cases came from the far south, 681 from Maputo city and 348 from Maputo province. There were also 277 cases from Inhambane, 227 from Gaza, 188 from Manica, 174 from Sofala, 74 from Zambezia, 59 from Niassa, 21 from Tete, 19 from Cabo Delgado and 10 from Nampula.
The national positivity rate (the proportion of those tested found to be infected with the virus) on Saturday was 33.2 per cent - so almost exactly a third of those tested were found to be carrying the virus. This is similar to the rates found earlier in the week - 32.4 per cent on Friday, 32.7 per cent on Thursday, 35.3 per cent on Wednesday and 30.1 per cent on Tuesday.
The provinces with the highest positivity rates were Maputo province (48.2 per cent), Manica (41 per cent), Gaza (39 per cent), Inhambane (38.2 per cent), and Maputo city (33.3 per cent). The only province with a positivity rate lower than 20 per cent was Cabo Delgado, in the far north, with 4.7 per cent.
In the same 24 hour period, 15 Covid-19 patients were discharged from hospital (five in Maputo, three in Matola, two in Manica, two in Inhambane and one each in Niassa, Zambezia and Sofala). At the same time, 53 new patients were admitted (39 in Maputo, six in Matola, five in Manica. two in Inhambane and one in Nampula).
The number of people under medical care in the Covid-19 treatment facilities rose from 493 on Friday to 504 on Saturday. The great majority of these patients - 345 (68.5 per cent) - were in Maputo. There were also 54 patients in Matola, 31 in Sofala, 18 in Inhambane, 17 in Manica, 10 in Zambezia, 10 in Gaza, nine in Niassa, seven in Tete and three in Nampula. Throughout the month, Cabo Delgado has been the only province where no Covid-19 patients have been hospitalised.
The Ministry release also reported that on Saturday 299 people were declared fully recovered from Covid-19 (261 in Inhambane and 38 in Zambezia), The total number of recoveries now stands at 88,370, which is 74.2 per cent of all those ever diagnosed with Covid-19 in Mozambique.
The number of active Covid-19 cases continues to rise remorselessly - from 30,458 on Friday to 32,210 on Saturday. The geographical breakdown of these cases was a follows: Maputo city, 19,569 (60.8 per cent of the total); Maputo province, 5,442; Inhambane 1,934; Niassa, 1,282; Sofala, 1,132; Manica, 952; Gaza, 817; Zambezia, 368; Tete, 364; Nampula, 250; Cabo Delgado, 100.

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According to a press release by the World Health Organization (WHO), the latest statistics from The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) provide a new picture of the global burden of cancer. The data collected by IARC spans 185 countries and 36 different types of cancer. Keep reading to find out what you need to know about the study, or view the original release here for further details.
Top of the List
While all cancer cases are concerning, research efforts benefit from knowing the frequency and mortality. In regards to the number of occurring cases, lung cancer, breast cancer, and colorectal cancer are the three most common. Taken as a trio, these three cancers account for one third of all cancer cases and deaths across the world. In terms of mortality, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Colorectal and stomach cancer account for the next two leading causes of cancer deaths.
In terms of new cases each year, the numbers are somewhat different. Lung cancer and cancers of the female breast account for the highest number of new cancer cases. In 2018 alone, it is estimated there will be 2.1 million diagnoses of each of these cancers. Based on this statistic, lung cancer and breast cancer account for nearly 12% of the global cancer burden.
Cancer taken as a whole has become an increasing risk in the modern world. One reason this is happening is because populations as a whole are growing larger. Another factor is that the same larger populations are also living longer. Certain regions of the world experiencing rapid economic growth also appear to have higher incidences of certain cancers.
Estimates place the number of cancer deaths fro 2018 at 9.6 million. 18.1 million new cases of cancer are predicted to have occurred in 2018. Similarly, it is predicted that one in every five men, and one in every six women will experience cancer during some part of their life. Of people diagnosed with cancer, those who live five years after diagnosis make up roughly 44 million patients. While certain cancers have become less likely to occur or more treatable, the general rate at which cancer occurs has increased.
More information about the IARC report can be found online at the Global Cancer Observatory website.


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Kaiser Health News released a startling report that adverse events and malfunctions, which are typically available through the FDA’s Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) reporting system, have been hidden within a secondary program that is inaccessible to the public.
The Kaiser Health News report interviewed Dr. Douglas Kwazneski, whose surgical stapler locked up mid-procedure while he was sealing tissue after an appendectomy. He went to the FDA database and found no other reports of surgical staplers malfunctioning, despite nearly two-thirds of surgeons he spoke to who had experienced the same failure in surgery.
He cautiously described his findings to KHN as seeming like a cover-up. Little did he know at the time about an “alternative summary reporting repository” that hides individual accounts of device failure from the public.
FDA to Investigate Surgical Staplers After ‘Hidden’ Report Article
The alt-summary reporting process was implemented within the FDA nearly 20 years ago to help alleviate burdensome paperwork the agency was experiencing in device failure reports. It was intended for “well-known and well-documented” reports to cut down on the time it was taking to document individual reports. Meaning devices that already had complaints lodged against them would be funneled into a simpler system.
The responsibility rested on the manufacturers to be accountable to the documentation of their devices. It allowed manufacturers to submit quarterly or bi-annual reports and basically compile individual reports into one report. KHN found this kind of reporting allowed for one single injury report for as many as 1,175 individual patient injury reports.
Since 2016, there have been over 1.1 million serious injury or malfunction reports funneled into the internal database instead of MAUDE.
Shortly after the KHN article was issued, the FDA said it would hold an advisory meeting on surgical stapler devices and possibly reclassify them. The agency plans to provide additional recommendations to health care providers about the issue.
Surgical Stapler Problems
According to the FDA, some of the most commonly reported problems involving surgical staplers are:
- Opening of the staple line or malformation of staples
- Difficulty in firing
- Failure of the stapler to fire the staple
- Misapplied staples
Surgical stapler complications and side effects include:
- Fistula formation
- Tearing of internal tissues or organs
- Increased risk of cancer recurrence
Many of these complications involved unplanned or additional surgeries.
Over 41,000 Surgical Stapler Complications Reported
The ongoing analysis of surgical staplers and surgical staples has uncovered 41,000 medical device reports from January 1, 2011, to March 31, 2018. Of that number, there were 366 deaths, over 9,000 serious injuries, and over 32,000 malfunctions.
The FDA said in its letter “we are aware that many more device malfunction reports during this time frame” were submitted as summary reports.
Medtronic, a surgical stapler manufacturer, said its alternative summary reporting exemption ended in mid-2017. Medtronic recordings in the FDA public reports went from 1,000 in 2015, to about 11,000 last year. These skyrocketing numbers may be attributed to the way the FDA has allowed manufacturers to classify device failure reports.
The FDA is considering reclassifying surgical staplers for internal and external use to a Class II medical device during an open public meeting of the General and Plastic Surgery Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee. Surgical staplers are currently regulated as a Class I, which does not require premarket submission to the FDA. That means manufacturers can introduce new models based on older ones without conducting studies on their safety.
When the ongoing analysis of the Alternative Summary Reports concludes, the FDA plans to release the results to the public. The FDA will be investigating reports from January 2001 through March 2018, as well as reports received since March 31, 2018.
Surgical Stapler Recalls
Below is a list detailing the various surgical stapler recalls. We have included the name of the manufacturer, the year of recall, the number of staplers recalled and the reason for the recall.
2019 Ethicon Stapler Recall(s)
Ethicon recalled two products in 2019 because two patients were injured after devices misfired, cutting portions of their rectums. The names of the products are (i) “Endo-Surgery Curved Intraluminal Stapler with Adjustable Height Staples” and (ii) “Endo-Surgery Endoscopic Curved Intraluminal Stapler” with Adjustable Height Staples. There were more than 92,000 staplers affected by this recall.
2019 Medtronic Stapler Recall
Medtronic recalled the “Endo GIA Articulating Reloads with TriStaple Technology” in 2019. When the recall was issued, the company cited missing components could affect staple alignment. This recall affected more than 100,000 surgical stapler units.
2018 Medtronic Stapler Recall
Medtronic recalled the “Endo GIA “Auto Suture” Universal Articulating Loading Unit” in 2018 after reports that five people were injured related to missing components that could affect staple alignment. This recall included over 170,000 surgical staplers.
2015 Ethicon Stapler Recall
Ethicon recalled the “Endopath Echelon Flex Powered Vascular Staplers with Advanced Placement Tip and White Reloads” in 2015 after inspections found certain staplers may not insert a full line of staples when fired. This recall included 744 units.
2013 Ethicon Stapler Recall
Ethicon recalled the “ECHELON 60mm Endoscopic Linear Cutter Reloads Black” after they identified a potential for reload damage that would prevent a complete line of staples firing. This recall affected approximately 57,000 surgical staplers.
Surgical Stapler Manufacturers
About 80% of the surgical staplers used in the United States are manufactured by Johnson & Johnson with its subsidiary Ethicon, and by Medtronic with its subsidiary Covidien.
Some of the other surgical stapler manufacturers are 3M; B. Braun; Cardica; Care Fusion; CONMED; Frankenman; Meril Life Science; Purple Surgical; Smith & Nephew; Stryker; U.S. Surgical; Welfare Medical; Reach Surgical; and Zimmer Biomet.
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If you or a loved one has been injured by a surgical stapler, you may want to speak with the lawyers at Johnson//Becker. We are actively pursuing surgical stapler complication lawsuits across the country and you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries.
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UFC 186 has seen its share of changes to the fight card, with the latest one coming Tuesday afternoon of fight week.
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson won an appeal in a New Jersey court to have an injunction lifted, allowing him to fight at UFC 186. Earlier this month, Bellator had won the injunction in New Jersey Superior Court to prevent Jackson from fighting at UFC 186 while the two sides work out the legal dispute over Jackson terminating his contract with Bellator and signing with the UFC late last year.
Here's a look at the latest bouts scheduled for UFC 186 in Montreal on Saturday, April 25:
Main card on pay-per-view, 10 p.m. ET
Flyweight title: Champion Demetrious Johnson vs. Kyoji Horiguchi
Light heavyweight: Fabio Maldonado vs. Quinton "Rampage" Jackson
Middleweight: Michael Bisping vs. CB Dollaway
Lightweight: John Makdessi vs. Shane Campbell
Bantamweight: Yves Jaboin vs. Thomas Almeida
Prelims on Fox Sports 1, 8 p.m.
Welterweight: Patrick Cote vs. Joe Riggs
Women's bantamweight: Alexis Davis vs. Sarah Kaufman
Lightweight: Chad Laprise vs. Bryan Barberena
Lightweight: Olivier Aubin-Mercier vs. David Michaud
Early prelims on UFC Fight Pass, 6:30 p.m.
Welterweight: Nordine Taleb vs. Chris Clements
Women's strawweight: Jessica Rakoczy vs. Valerie Letourneau
Women's strawweight: Aisling Daly vs. Randa Markos


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A Life of Virtue: Philosophy as a Way of Life
I mean Negative Capability, that is when a man is capable of being in uncertainties, Mysteries, doubts, without any irritable reaching after fact and reason
I wander in a sea of uncertainties, and bathe myself in the unfathomable mysteries of the cosmos.
My mind begs for answers, for direction, for a solid ground to stand on. But my heart, pleads for me to stay on course. To venture onto the pathless path.
Inspired by the work of Shakespeare, the esteemed English poet John Keats coined the term ‘negative capability’ to describe the embrace of the unknown. It speaks to the idea of withholding judgement, and refraining from our desire to seek immediate answers. Negative capability requires one to cultivate a degree of attentiveness towards the world. To let go of our grip, our control, and open up our arms to beauty, grace and truth.
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Thank you Andrew for sharing this.
As I was reading I kept thinking how being passive and listening is also very important that running towards a conclusion, towards quick answers. Being receptive and listening can sure unlock a world of possibilities.
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Elegant Wood Wrapped Floating House in Hamburg
German architects Rost Niderehe, design beautiful wood wrapped houseboat. This compact modern home combines prefab construction with an adaptable design to showcase the great potential of floating housing.
With their viability through the years and entire neighborhoods of coastal cities have sprouted up. The idea of adaptable housing and maximizing land-use are very appealing notions for sustainable urban growth.
The architects endeavored to make a comfortable home with all the amenities that does not have the land needs of a typical building.
The 110 sq m home is located on the Eilbek-canal in Hamburg next to a few great looking neighbors.
The interior is a generous living quarters that speaks less to its nautical underpinnings than to contemporary living.
A steel wall system and wood and slate-wrapped skin completes the cutting-edge design.


March 27, 2023
Composting kitchen and yard waste is beneficial to the environment and it also supplies our gardens with nutrient rich organic matter that is essential to plant health. Starting a compost pile is easy to do and doesn't require a significant investment. By following a few simple guidelines, you can turn your kitchen and yard waste into an...
Fruit Trees: Planting & Maintenance
March 20, 2023
There is a wide variety of fruit trees that can be grown in the Kansas City area. Cherries, plums, peaches, apples, pears, nectarines, along with our native Pawpaw, Quince, and Serviceberry can provide a bountiful harvest throughout the seasons. We will discuss the site requirements and the planting process for fruit trees.
Spring Lawn Care
March 17, 2023
Few things in life satisfy like a wide expanse of a lush green lawn, freshly clipped and glistening in the sun. The smell of the cut grass in the air and that soft feeling under bare feet is hard to beat. Colonial Gardens can help you get the results you want in just four simple steps with our top-quality seed blends and unique lawn care program!...
Breaking Spring Fever
March 17, 2023
March in Missouri; pockets of bright, sunny days begin to burst forth, making us ecstatic for spring. People question, how early to plant their blooming flowers and foliage plants outside, and what plants can take near-freezing temperatures? Here are some recommendations for cool season annuals that will transition your home and garden into a...
Shady Characters - Edible P
March 14, 2023
For many gardeners, the shade from trees and buildings are a challenge. Shade is especially challenging when you’re trying to grow edible plants. Most vegetable plants require six to ten hours of sunlight a day for maximum production. When the amount of sun is less than four hours a day many plants struggle. There are some plants that will be...


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CHICAGO – Women in their 40s with no family history of breast cancer are just as likely to develop invasive breast cancer as are women with a family history of the disease, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). These findings indicate that women in this age group would benefit from annual screening mammography.
The breast cancer screening guidelines issued by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force in November 2009 sparked a controversy among physicians, patient advocacy groups and the media. Much of the debate centered on the recommendation against routine annual mammography screening for women in their 40s.
"We believe this study demonstrates the importance of mammography screening for women in this age group, which is in opposition to the recommendations issued by the task force," said Stamatia V. Destounis, M.D., radiologist and managing partner of Elizabeth Wende Breast Care, LLC, in Rochester, N.Y.
For the study, Dr. Destounis and colleagues performed a retrospective review to identify the number and type of cancers diagnosed among women between the ages of 40 and 49—with and without a family history of breast cancer—who underwent screening mammography at Elizabeth Wende Breast Care from 2000 to 2010. The researchers then compared the number of cancers, incidence of invasive disease and lymph node metastases between the two groups.
Of the 1,071 patients in the 40 – 49 age group with breast cancer, 373 were diagnosed as a result of screening. Of that 373, 39 percent had a family history of breast cancer, and 61 percent had no family history of breast cancer. In the family history group, 63.2 percent of the patients had invasive disease, and 36.8 percent had noninvasive disease. In the no family history group, 64 percent of the patients had invasive disease, and 36 percent had noninvasive disease. The respective lymph node metastatic rates were 31 percent and 29 percent.
"In the 40 – 49 age group, we found a significant rate of breast cancer and similar rates of invasive disease in women with and without family history," Dr. Destounis said. "Additionally, we found the lymph node metastatic rate was similar."
According to Dr. Destounis, these results underscore the importance of early detection and annual screening mammography for women between the ages of 40 and 49 whether or not they have a family history of breast cancer.
Coauthors are Jenny Song, M.D., Posy Seifert, D.O., Philip Murphy, M.D., Patricia Somerville, M.D., Wende Logan-Young, M.D., Andrea Arieno, B.S., and Renee Morgan, R.T.
Note: Copies of RSNA 2011 news releases and electronic images will be available online at RSNA.org/press11 beginning Monday, Nov. 28.
RSNA is an association of more than 48,000 radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists and related scientists committed to excellence in patient care through education and research. The Society is based in Oak Brook, Ill. (RSNA.org)
Editor's note: The data in these releases may differ from those in the published abstract and those actually presented at the meeting, as researchers continue to update their data right up until the meeting. To ensure you are using the most up-to-date information, please call the RSNA Newsroom at 1-312-949-3233.
For patient-friendly information on mammography, visit RadiologyInfo.org.


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Chicago's highest-paid athletes
7. Jason Heyward
2016 total income: $15.7 million
2016 salary: $15.4 million
Contract (year started): 8 years, $184.0 million (2016)
Estimated marketing income: $300,000
Affiliated brands: Nike, Rawlings, Topps
Here's the deal: Heyward suffered the worst season of his career after signing his massive Cubs contract. He took so much heat from fans that, before the 2016 playoffs, he deactivated his Twitter account and said sayonara to more than 280,000 followers. But abolishing his soapbox might have been premature. The reserved outfielder may be best remembered for the now-fabled clubhouse speech he gave during a rain delay late in Game 7 of the World Series, after which the Cubs took the lead for good. Heyward's $20 million signing bonus was entirely deferred to the mid-2020s—when the Cubs expect to get a financial windfall from a new local broadcasting rights arrangement. He'll have even more pressure to perform in 2017 when his salary rises to $21.5 million.


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NEW DELHI: Delhi's Muslims have traditionally voted for Congress but shifted allegiance to the fledgling AAP in 2013. The support, which became more pronounced in 2015, appears to have become absolute now. On Tuesday, as results of the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections were announced, this was most glaringly evident at Okhla.
AAP's Amanatullah Khan, who received more than 1.3 lakh votes, defeated BJP's Braham Singh by a margin of 71,827 votes, one of the biggest in this election. In the 2015 Delhi Assembly elections, Khan had defeated Singh by a margin of 64,532. While the margin by which Khan had won last time was also huge, the biggest difference has been in the fortunes of Congress.
In 2015, Asif Mohd Khan of Congress had garnered 20,135 votes but this time three-time Congress MLA Parvez Hashmi got just 5,107 votes. In the Muslim-dominated Okhla constituency, Khan got 66% vote share, while the once popular Congress got just 2.5%!
Okhla is important as Shaheen Bagh, epicentre of the protests against the anti-Citizenship Amendment Act, is part of the constituency. While AAP focused on the development plank, Shaheen Bagh was used as a polarising poll plank by BJP across the city. AAP didn't take a clear stand on the anti-CAA protests and kept a safe distance from Shaheen Bagh while Congress was vocal against CAA and NRC. In its manifesto, Congress had promised to pass a resolution in Delhi Assembly against CAA and ask the central government to withdraw it. It had also promised that if it came to power, it would not implement NRC and will not implement NPR in its current form. But the community didn't see it as capable of keeping BJP at bay.
AAP performed very well in other Muslim-dominated constituencies of the city too. At Seelampur, which too has been witnessing anti-CAA protests, AAP's Abdul Rehman defeated BJP's Kaushal Kumar Mishra by 36,992 votes and Congress stalwart Chaudhary Mateen Ahmed came a close third. At Ballimaran, AAP's Imran Hussain won by a margin of 36,178 votes, while Congress bigwig Haroon Yusuf could garner only 4,797 votes. At Matial Mahal, AAP's Shoaib Iqbal won by a margin of 50,226 votes, while Congress candidate Mirza Javed Ali received only 3,403 votes.
“It is wrong to think the minority votes in a bloc...However, the community is not economically well off. Kejriwal has helped them,” said Ravi Ranjan, assistant professor, Zakir Hussan Delhi College, Delhi University.

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The handful of guests I saw at the Thinh Vuong Hotel (with nice clean rooms, friendly staff and filling breakfasts) were volunteers, working with the orphanages of Kontum – of which there are many.
At first blush – maybe in the form of a flashback – people of my vintage wonder if these orphanages (numbered 1 through 6 in increasing distance from the center city) are a residue of war. But today is 2014 and the “American War”, which fought many a bloody battle in these Central Highlands, is 40 year old history and the offspring of US soldiers or children whose parents died are now, themselves, adults.
Although the war is long gone, parts of Vietnam remind me of lines penned by the US author, William Faulkner of his time with phrases like the “past is not dead, it is not even past yet” hovering over scenes and conversations I have had amidst the touristic beauty and go-go entrepreneurship of Vietnam.
The people of the Central Highlands, mostly non-Kinh (Kinh being the dominant ethnic designation for most Vietnamese) were dubbed the “Montagnards” by the French; convenient shorthand for “mountain people”. Although they hailed from many tribes and groups they were united in their desire to be left alone by the central government (Vietnamese of either the North or South) and found alliances with the French (against the Viet Minh) and the US (against the Communists and occasionally the government of the South). Bahnar, Jari, and a host of other ethnic groups constituted the Montagnards.
Veteran friends tell me the “Yards” as they designated them in short hand were “brave, loyal, good fighters, fatalistic”. Most contrasted them favorably to the armies fighting over the territory – both the South and North – and to this day US servicemen and NGO’s flock to Kontum to pay homage to their tenacity.
“Why Americans not come back here” a woman in slick leather jacket and greying hair, masked by a dark dye job, asks me as I wander about Vinh Song I orphanage on the edge of Kontum? “My friend, a Captain, he come here when American fought, come to my house drink beer, you come now too” she asks, with a whisp of nostaglia (although she must have been a teen back then in the hey day of US involvement in Vietnam) and a scent of desperation.
I decline and her face turns briefly sad, and then to stone.
Despite the deprivations of war and post-war reprisals for being on the losing side, the people of Kontum are universally kind. Some have stories (” My father was in the Army of the South and vanished in 1975″ – the year of the Communist victory -one man tells me. “I suffered, my aunt died, I lost my family, could not go to school for a while” he recounts, as I admire his success as an entrepreneur, artist, and naturalist tour guide.) Others are relative newcomers, Kinh, relocated by the government with cheap land, fruits of victory, or just the chance for a new life away from the crowded coastal cities.
There still are two Kontums. The modernistic, with still touches of French architecture, city of conveniences, stores, shops, small hotels and restaurants and the Bahnar Kontum that surrounds it; pigs and cows wandering the dirt pathways, dark faces, poverty, unique architecture like the “Rong” houses designed for community meetings, litter, junk food snacks and despair.
I saw both Kontums and realize that in some ways, despite progress, the past is still present and that while we may be through with the past, the past is not through with us.


Will take legal steps against Modi’s barb: Chandy
Kochi, May 12: The Kerala government will now take legal steps against Prime Minister rendra Modi for comparing the state with Somalia, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said on Thursday. Addressing a hurriedly-called press conference here, Chandy said he had hoped that Modi would withdraw his remark that came in for widespread criticism in the state. The comparison, he said, “has affected Kerala and the people of our state in a big way.
“Since his statement came at an election rally, we are looking at the legal aspects on how we can approach the Election Commission”, the Congress leader said.
Chandy said the latest Human Development Index ranked Kerala as the number one state while Modi’s home state Gujarat was at the 11th place.
“He is the prime minister of the country. He is not just a BJP leader to demean our state. He perhaps forgot that Kerala is a part of India. It has really hurt Kerala and Keralaites.”
Modi said on Sunday that the child death ratio among tribals in Kerala was scarier than even Somalia.
He also cited media reports to say that tribal children in Peravoor were seen foraging for food in a garbage dump - to make his case that the state had not been properly governed.
Ever since Modi made the remark, the social media has been flooded by the “PoMoneModi” hashtag which takes its origin from a hugely popular film dialogue of superstar Mohanlal. Loosely translated, it means: “Get lost.” Former chief minister A.K. Antony also asked Modi to apologize for the remarks. (IANS)


The nineteenth episode of Columbo was titled Double Exposure and was the fourth episode of the show’s third season. Subliminal messaging helps in both the commission of a murder and in solving it. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at the overt and covert messages that lead Columbo to his killer.
Robert Culp returns for his third tour as a Columbo murderer, playing Motivational Researcher Dr. Bart Kepple. We remember Culp’s excellent performances in Season 1’s Death Lends a Hand and Season 2’s The Most Crucial Game and touched on his other career highlights in the notes for those episodes. Culp and Peter Falk dominated screen time in this episode, their sparring proving a highlight as it had been in earlier shows.
Supporting roles were played by Chuck McCann – a prolific voice actor perhaps best known for his role as Duckworth in Duck Tales – as projectionist and second victim Roger White; Robert Middleton – who appeared alongside Elvis Presley in Love Me Tender and had roles in a number of popular Westerns – as the initial murder victim Vic Norris; and by Louise Latham in a brief appearance as Norris’ wife. Latham had a 40-year career in film and television, including guest roles in major shows of the 1990s like ER and The X-Files.
Double Exposure was written by Stephen J. Cannell who would go on to create a number of hit TV shows, including The Rockford Files, Stingray and The A-Team. There is no separate credit for the teleplay, so Cannell takes full credit for this episode. Director Richard Quine returned after helming Season 2 episodes Dagger of the Mind and Requiem for a Falling Star. Quine’s most well-remembered work is in movies from the 1950s and 1960s including Bell Book and Candle and How to Murder Your Wife.
We asked listeners if they could identify the actor playing a waiter in the early part of this episode, so add your thoughts on that or any aspect of Double Exposure below, or find us on Twitter at @columbopodcast.
The Columbo Podcast is widely available – on iTunes, Stitcher, tunein, Pocket Casts or pretty much wherever you choose to receive and manage your podcasts. If you enjoy the show it would be greatly appreciated if you consider leaving ratings and reviews on these sites – particularly iTunes – as that can make a big difference to growing the podcast’s audience.
Double Exposure was released in 1973. It is 70 minutes long and originally aired on the NBC network. It can be viewed on Netflix in the United States and is available on DVD in other countries, including a comprehensive box set of all eleven seasons released by Universal.


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Starbucks finally gets into K-cups
After ending an exclusive deal to supply coffee to Kraft's Tassimo machines, Starbucks partners with Green Mountain.
The company is finally offering its coffee in the single-serve K-cups used by the Keurig machines from Green Mountain Coffee Roasters (GMCR). Investors were ecstatic at the news, sending Green Mountain shares up more than 30% Thursday to $57.09. Starbucks shares rose nearly 8% to $37.23.
For now, it looks like Starbucks has taken the sensible route. Some observers had speculated that the company would debut its own line of single-serve brewers, eating into the market now dominated by Green Mountain.
But instead of opening that can of worms, Starbucks chose to partner with Green Mountain. The Starbucks-branded K-cups should be out this fall.
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"We view this is a big win for Starbucks," a Janney Capital Markets analyst told Reuters. "Starbucks has latched on to the biggest player." Green Mountain has grabbed 80% of the single-cup market, and the Starbucks partnership could help it expand that.
The news wasn't as good for one of Starbucks' competitors, Peet's Coffee & Tea (PEET). Peet's, which isn't yet available for Keurig brewers, saw its shares tumble more than 12% today to $42.18.
Another loser is Kraft (KFT). Starbucks has severed an exclusive deal with Kraft in which it provided coffee for Kraft's Tassimo single-cup brewers. Tassimo was the wrong bet for Starbucks, and the company changed direction quickly.
According to an internal Starbucks memo from chief executive Howard Schultz, 80% of Starbucks customers do not have a single-cup brewer. And only 6% of U.S. households have one, compared with 40% in Germany.
That will change soon, because starting next year Starbucks cafes will start selling Keurig brewers and K-cups.
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In this exciting episode of the Holistic Wealth podcast with Keisha Blair, we have an exciting solo episode on how to cope during stressful times (with Keisha Blair). We’re in the midst of a high-inflation period, with rising gas prices, rising food prices and rising interest rates. We are also in the midst of a war with Russia invading Ukraine, and we are also in the midst of a Great Resignation Wave, and many experts are also now predicting that we will experience a recession in 2022, as early as this Summer. The pandemic has caused us all to look more deeply at our lives to examine the direction we want our post-pandemic lives to take. In this episode I will walk you through effective strategies to cope during stressful times. In the NEW Holistic Wealth Expanded and Updated: 36 Life Lessons To Help You Recover From Disruption, Find Your Life Purpose and Achieve Financial Freedom, there are many strategies throughout to help you master the “Art of Recovery From Disruption”. Tune in to listen to this episode of the Holistic wealth podcast with Keisha Blair.
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It’s darned good when you have a plan and it works.
Ask Matt Nobile.
“I joined the Ascension Area Anglers and they have a lot of guys, good fishermen, and I wanted to learn from them,” Nobile said Monday, a couple of days after becoming the next in line of AAA fishermen to earn the title of Louisiana B.A.S.S. Nation’s State Champion.
“I’m still young,” the 26-year-old said. “And it gave me a great opportunity to learn from guys like Jamie Laiche and David Cavell. They’ve been very good to me.”
Laiche and Cavell have earned similar honors, and Laiche is one of a handful of Louisiana anglers to earn his way into the Bassmaster Classic through the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society’s Federation Nation series. The Fed-Nation allows the die-hard, and mostly weekend anglers, a shot at a Classic berth.
For Nobile, his move came earlier this year at Toledo Bend, the state’s first of two two-day qualifiers.
Nobile said the two tournaments are divided into days, and the standings are compiled by taking first-day and second-day catches. He finished 16th one day at Toledo Bend, then second on the second day.
“Each day stands alone for the points, and the only reason we combine weights is to determine the payout,” he said. “Then, you drop your worst finish (among the four days) to figure out the points standings."
Launching from Berwick on Friday and Saturday, Nobile said he ran far north into the Grand Lake area and was ninth on Day 1, then second on Day 2, a combination that left him in third place overall for the recent tournament, but atop the overall standings.
“I made the State Team, and that’s a thrill, a big thrill, because I know how many good fishermen there are in these tournaments. I’m honored,” Nobile said.
That’s on the “Boater” side; Charles Leblanc from the Westside Bassmasters took the No. 1 spot in the Co-Angler Division.
Nobile said he went through plans A, B and C before settling into a pay-off plan.
“I had two little keepers at 1 (p.m.), but I caught 11 pounds the in the last hour,” he said. “It sparked me into going back there for the second day.
“I was punching mats (of grass and water hyacinths) and flipping around brush and logs,” he said. “It was slow, but I’d get a good bite (big fish) about every two hours. It worked out.”
Even better is Nobile will have his entry fees paid to compete in the Bassmasters’ Central Open next year.
“It’s a great opportunity for me, and I appreciate the state chapter paying those entry fees for the state champion,” Nobile said.
The other side
As a “boater,” Nobile could pick his place and tactics to put together as big a five-bass daily catch as he could, but the co-angler, the guy in the back of the boat, has to adapt to the boater’s overall strategy — and it’s often frustrating to the guy in the back of the boat.
“I was fishing with this high school angler,” Nobile said. “I know it was tough on him, but he stuck to it. And he caught a small spotted bass in the last few minutes, and that one fish put him in 10th place on the state team for the co-anglers. It was great.”
The high-schooler? Connor Rushing of Central High School. The 17-year-old is qualified to compete in the 2020 Fed-Nation’s Central Division tournament.
While “boaters” had a five-bass daily limit, the co-anglers have three-fish limits each day.
Travis Laurant and Cavell, the respective Boater and Co-Angler winners, went opposite of Nobile’s punchin’ and flippin’ to take top money.
Laurant ran to the Bayou Pigeon area, while Cavell said he was in Grand Lake.
“The bass are chasing shad and bluegill, and you have to have a bait moving to trigger strikes,” Cavell said. “I caught most all my fish on a buzzbait.
“You have to wait the (fish) out. You know from experience about the places that have fish, and you can’t just roll right through them.”
For Laurant, his Friday catch came early.“I had 10 pounds by 7:40 Friday morning, then just worked to find bigger fish,” he said.
Saturday was different: boat traffic through a popular fishing hole in the Pigeon area sent his Friday fish seeking cover.
“I was fishing a drain that had moving water all day,” Laurent said. “It’s really a community (fishing) hole, and I had to wait for the water to settle down. I found the fish have moved farther back and I just had to find them.”
Laurent said he worked the new Humdinger vibrating jig both days.
“I put a Strike King minnow on the back. The bait rides high in the water and that’s what the fish wanted, something moving,” Laurent said after weighing a 10-bass, 26-pound catch.
Laurent made the state team with an eighth-place finish in the standings.
Cavell’s six bass weighed 14.74 pounds. Because he missed the Toledo Bend tournament — it was the same day he attended the 2019 Bassmaster Classic — Cavell went to Mississippi tournament and qualified on that state’s team.
One to the Classic
Three days of the Bassmaster Angler of the Year tournament produced one Louisiana qualifier for the 2020 Classic set for Birmingham, Alabama.
Caleb Sumrall, of New Iberia, finished 17th overall after three days on Michigan’s Lake St. Clair and finished in 21st place in the AOY standings, good enough for one of the 42 Classic berths allowed to Elite Series anglers.
Two other Louisianans were in the 50-man field, but, try as they might, Raceland’s Tyler Rivet and Baton Rouge’s Derek Hudnall ended the year in 46th and 48th places.
Scott Canterbury, of Odonville, Alabama, earned the Angler of the Year honor and the $100,000 bonus that goes with that title.


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THE VOYAGE OF THE DEMETER by Robert Forrest.
In Bram Stoker's novel Dracula, the infamous vampire count arrives in England in 1897 on a ship, the Demeter, which has sailed from Varna in Bulgaria to Whitby. Stoker tells the story of the voyage in only five short pages of the Captain's log, which becomes increasingly disjointed and garbled, as though the Captain had been seized by some kind of mania. This dark, gothic play imagines the full story of the Demeter's nightmare voyage.
When the play begins, the Demeter is already a troubled ship - two men have mysteriously disappeared - and, as the voyage continues, more men vanish.
There are reports of a stranger, a tall, pale gentleman, having been seen on deck at night. When the ship finally reaches port, only one man is found on board: the Captain. His hands bound to the wheel and clutching a crucifix, he is already dead as the ship comes into harbour.
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- Kiana means "a place where three rivers meet." It was established long ago as the central village of the Kobuk River Kowagmiut Inupiat Eskimos. In 1909, it became a supply center for the Squirrel River placer mines. A post office was established in 1915. The city government was incorporated in 1964. Prior to the formation of the Northwest Arctic Borough in 1976, the BIA high school taught students from Noatak, Shungnak, and Ambler, who boarded with local residents.
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Shoppers Stop opens first ever store in Dehradun
Shoppers Stop has opened its first ever brick-and-mortar store in Dehradun in the city’s Centrio Mall. The multi-brand fashion and beauty retailer’s new store features interactive elements and a mix of Indian and international brands.
The store was formally inaugurated by Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Shoppers Stop announced in a press release on October 17. The store measures around 37,000 square feet and houses over 500 brands with a focus on apparel, accessories, and cosmetics.
“With each new store opening, Shoppers Stop strives to elevate the brand experience for consumers,” said Shoppers Stop’s customer care associate, managing director, and CEO Venu Nair in a press release. “Key markets such as Dehradun, known for its sense of style, will offer discerning consumers the best the brand has to offer. We are confident that the new Shoppers Stop store in Dehradun will strengthen our retail offering. In addition, the launch of this store will add to the festive cheer in the city, making it one of the most sought-after shopping and leisure destinations in Dehradun.”
Brands which retail in the new store include Jack and Jones, Levis, Celio, And, JJ Kids, Adidas, Puma, Renne, Only, Hush Puppies, and Mac Cosmetics among others. The store offers free Wi-Fi, food and drink, and is children and senior citizen friendly, according to Shoppers Stop.
With the new store opening, Shoppers Stop now counts 92 department stores in 49 Indian cities. The business recently opened its first store in Bihar in Patna and its current expansion plan involves opening between 10 and 12 stores a year.
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Hun Sen Bemoans Lack of Donor Funds
Cambodia will fail to meet its end-of-year goal to demobilize more than 10,000 soldiers, said Prime Minister Hun Sen, who on Wednesday blamed the delay on a lack of donor money.
Despite assurances made earlier this year by the World Bank and other donors that millions of dollars would be pledged to the three-year, $40 million project to cut 30,000 soldiers, Hun Sen said the money has not materialized.
“People say Hun Sen has too many armed forces supporting him, but when he’s been asked to cut short the army, why do you not give the money to cut it?” Hun Sen asked during a graduation ceremony at the Royal Administration School. “If you don’t want Hun Sen to be [militarily] strong, please pay the price,” he said.
Only an estimated 1,500 of Cambodia’s 131,000 soldiers have left the army this year under the demobilization pilot project. Hun Sen said he expects another 10,000 to be let go next year, and that the government is committed to reducing its military.
But observers have been skeptical of the prime minister’s willingness to give up a large part of what has historically been his power base, with one diplomatic official likening the demobilization to a “shell game.”
“The lines [between the police and military] are so murky it’s hard to tell what soldiers are being shifted where,” the official said, explaining that the government still has no clearly defined program to reduce its military.
Hun Sen’s claims that the demobilization program is lacking funds “is just another way to see if he can wrangle more [money] out of donors,” the official said.
The prime minister last criticized donors over demobilization in July. Three months later the World Bank pledged $15 million to the process.
Once the largest recipient of government money, the military has received a shrinking share of the budget in recent years, leaving military officials grumbling. Demobilized soldiers have also complained that the severance they do get from the government (about $243 plus some rice and household items) is not enough to start new lives as civilians.


Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump made an appearance in Central Ohio Tuesday morning, hours before Super Tuesday results begin rolling in nationwide.
"Well, you know, I love Ohio. I have a long history with Ohio. Because you probably read, I worked in Ohio when I was young. On a job. And it was really my first successful job," Trump began his appearance at Port Columbus International Airport with his trademark bravado.
In a surprise to no one that's been following his campaign, Trump shortly there after shifted the topic to the Ohio State football team.
"First of all. You have a great coach. How about Urban Meyer? How about Urban Meyer? And a great football team and you're going to have a great season. So you're going to have a good time," Trump began in his usual cadence.
"And he's somebody that said such nice things about me. And I don't know if he endorsed me or not but he said awfully nice things about me. I'm going to have to meet him, I think. Right? But he's an amazing guy," Trump added.
"When you think you come from one school and you have such success and then you come to Ohio State and you have some success. You just don't see that. That's called talent. That's what we need in our country. We need talent."
The thing is, there's no real evidence Meyer's ever said anything positive about Trump. At least not publicly.
When asked about his role in campaign season by The Toledo Blade's Dave Briggs, Meyer played it close to the vest.
"No, my job description is very clear and that’s to coach Ohio State football and the focus is on 17 to 18 to 22-year-olds," Meyer told Briggs. "I have strong beliefs, but I’m not going to share that with you guys. I don’t think that’s appropriate."
Trump has a history of claiming events happened that upon further inspection didn't have a lot of substance to them.
The website Politifact rated 76 percent of Trump's statements as varying degrees of false.
In 2013, Trump took a shot at former "The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart tweeting the following:
If Jon Stewart is so above it all & legit, why did he change his name from Jonathan Leibowitz? He should be proud of his heritage!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 3, 2013
Two years later, Trump denied having tweeted the former despite it having not been deleted:
All the haters and losers must admit that, unlike others, I never attacked dopey Jon Stewart for his phony last name. Would never do that!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 31, 2015
According to the comedian John Oliver, Trump repeatedly claimed having turned down an invitation to appear on his program "Last Week Tonight", but Oliver was unable to turn up any evidence that any of his employees or intermediaries had ever been in contact with Trump about a possible appearance on the late night program.
A request for comment from the Trump campaign was not returned at the time of this article's publication.