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The anchoress of the title is a kind of super-nun, not just committing herself to poverty, obedience and chastity, but renouncing the world entirely, vowing to live out her life of prayer and contemplation alone in a tiny, windowless stone cell attached to the side of the church. I must admit that when the demands of family and the modern world become too much, I can totally see the appeal of such a solitary, scholarly life!
But Sarah has other reasons apart from piety to wish for enclosure, and she doesn't find it so easy to separate herself from the outside world, or the demands of her body. Paradoxically, the sensory deprivation of her cell leads to enhanced sensitivity, from the subtle tastes of her bland food, the noises of village chatter and birdsong, to the touch of stone and paper. Like it or not, she is part of the village. Forbidden to speak to men (apart from priests), she is sought out by the village women for counsel or just a sympathetic ear. She is also haunted by the imagined ghosts of her predecessors -- holy Agnes and rebellious Isabella, who broke her vows. In the end, Sarah finds a middle way somewhere between the two.
You might think that reading about a woman shut up in a room would be about as interesting as watching paint dry. How wrong you would be. The tiny details of Sarah's daily existence become as significant to the reader as they are to her, and we are also privy to the wider politics of church and estate that make Sarah the centre of power struggles. I did wonder whether the 13th century villagers would be able to articulate their sense of unfairness with their lot as openly as they do here; but perhaps it's impossible to reproduce a medieval mindset that a modern reader would be able to comprehend.
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New State Law Protects Religious Rights of New York Workers
Do you think our federal government does enough to protect freedom of religion in the workplace?
New legislation in the state of New York amends the state’s existing Human Rights Law to specify that employers cannot “refuse to hire, attain, promote, or take other discriminatory action against an individual for wearing attire or facial hair in accordance with tenets of their religion.”
This is a great example of how local, state, and federal law can protect religious freedom.
One Big Thing: 37K Afghan Evacuees to Be Resettled Around U.S. - How You Can HelpWhat’s the story? State Dept. data for the Afghan Placement and Assistance program obtained by the Associated Press and Axios
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Saturday, repeating until June 6, 2015
In this class young artists will be introduced to the basics of art making. Each Saturday a new medium will be explored, subjects include: Drawing, printmaking, painting, collage, sculpture, and mixed media.
Ages 6 – 12. To register for the morning or afternoon classes, click here!
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MVC’s computer system lags behind other states. Catching up is a costly ordeal that lasts for decades.
The State Motor Vehicle Commission computer system is a system that drivers love to hate.
When it works, they don’t notice it. When it fails and shuts down business at the agencies, the system inspires words suitable for an R-rated film. A bright side of the MVC’s tumultuous reopening of agencies last month was that there weren’t the IT glitches. statewide cripples of the past.
But to give New Jersey drivers the online features they want and that other states offer – and to potentially reduce the wait times that have plagued agencies since they reopened – this system needs a major upgrade, said a computer expert.
The road to improve it has been tortuous. MVC officials have said they have abandoned expensive and delayed mega-projects of the past.
Other auto departments across the country are now offering more online services than an improved commuter system could technically make possible in New Jersey.
They include appointments, the ability to create an online account to titrate and register a vehicle online and receive license plates by mail, the ability to print temporary license labels at home, to pass a written home-based driving test online, to initiate the driver’s license application process.
The old computer system has been an excuse for not offering more online services for years, said a former lawmaker and head of the Assembly’s transport committee.
“Our computer system can’t handle these kinds of changes, it’s an old system … it was a constant refrain,” former Assembly member John Wisniewski said, hearing from officials of motor vehicles since taking office in 1996.
“We were home to the Bell Labs… we sell the state as a technology corridor and we have an abacus for the computer system,” Wisniewski said. He supports the formation of a state technology task force to update government computer systems “starting with the MVC”.
The MVC database still uses the state’s mainframe, said William Connolly, a spokesperson for MVC. It is the same central system that is responsible for the problems processing unemployment claims for hundreds of thousands of unemployed applicants due to the coronavirus.
Now he is handling thousands of MVC transactions after the branches reopened six weeks ago. But the mainframe isn’t too outdated or too old to maintain and is up to the task, Connolly said.
“The mainframe itself – which is part of the overall processing architecture – is current generation and offers significant speed, security and data storage,” said Connolly. “The modernization of the MVC family of systems is underway and will continue in a modular, component-by-component fashion. “
Attempts to upgrade MVC’s computers began 15 years ago and dragged on for 10 of those years as contracts bounced from vendor to vendor and ultimately ended in a $ 30 million settlement. dollars with Hewlett-Packard in 2015 after many delays and changes.
What the MVC got for $ 16 million from the contract settlement included upgrades to document scanning, new software and hardware, and servers. The remaining $ 14 million was spent in part on a project in 2016 to remove certain functions from the mainframe, but does not entirely replace that system, officials said. Some work has been put on hold to upgrade MVC computer systems for two federally mandated projects, including Real ID driver’s licenses.
Some recent enhancements allow clients to complete 20 MVC forms online, rather than at a branch. A client text messaging system was deployed when branches reopened on July 7.
Other new initiatives could be revealed when the MVC’s 2021 budget proposal is presented in late August, Connolly said.
But Wisniewski is not optimistic. Updating computers has been a problem for decades, due to funding, technology and politics, he said.
One of the biggest hurdles is that the MVC doesn’t keep all the money it collects.
The MVC collected a total of $ 1.2 billion in revenue in fiscal 2019, but kept only $ 420 million to fund its own operations, according to the MVC’s budget. The rest went to other state departments, statutory programs, and the general state treasury.
With the state’s current economic woes having prompted the Murphy administration to borrow up to $ 10 billion to run the state after tax revenues fell due to the coronavirus, officials may be more dependent on MVC revenues for the general treasury, said Wisniewski.
“They (the state) have to borrow $ 10 million to keep the lights on,” he said. “It absolutely puts more pressure on the MVC to send more money to the general treasury.”
In the most recent budget, about $ 11.3 million was set aside for computer system upgrades and improvements, Connolly said, and about $ 5 million for salaries and benefits for employees at the l State responsible for upgrades and improvements of all systems.
Individual components are often upgraded or replaced separately. Sometimes a wholesale replacement or modernization takes place, Connolly said. Typically, mainframe upgrades should provide faster or additional processing speed or capacity.
But some experts say mainframes are not equipped to handle complex tasks, such as downloading images.
“Usually they need something else. A mainframe is set up to handle traditional tabular records, such as driver’s license (numbers) and addresses, ”said Kurt Rohloff, founding director of the New Jersey Institute of Technology Cybersecurity Research Center. “Bigger, complex data, like an image, is more difficult to integrate into existing systems. They need to be replaced or increased.
Augmenting the mainframe with other equipment would be easier to add more functions, Rohloff said. But that comes with the security risk of allowing other people more access.
“When a system is more interactive, more people have access to it and more people are interested in it,” he said. “Allowing access could be exploited by adversaries and that would require greater security.”
Some online services offered in other states require an in-person visit by law, Connolly said. Others are not offered to identify and prevent fraud, he said.
Rohloff said one solution would be to hire a professional cloud-based IT company to manage motor vehicle services.
“It’s a reasonable argument to say that cloud-based computers can be more secure if the systems don’t allow more access,” Rohloff said. “It comes with tradeoffs. For very sensitive files, I would hesitate, unless it has a completely professional management.
Funding is also an issue that can block upgrading a computer system or hiring professionals to operate it, he said.
“(In) a frugal state you might not see the political will to spend large sums of money updating a system, when there are so many other things worth doing. spend, ”he said.
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Snow much fun.
Here, Cooper Gunn,7, gets a face full of snow as he slides off his sled while sledding down the slopes at Baldwin Park.
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January 7, 2013
Dozens of children of all ages took advantage of an overnight dusting of snow to enjoy the outdoors, sledding and tobogganing down local slopes, yesterday afternoon.
Making the most of the last day of the Christmas Holidays, before heading back to the classroom today, they crammed in as many thrilling trips downhill as possible.
With a January thaw forecast for later this week, including rain and a unseasonably high of 8C by week's end, the winter that was seems to be looking more like last year's winter that wasn't.
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Requirements in Indian Army Jul-2019
Online applications on prescribed proforma are invited from Indian Nationals Law Graduates Men and Women for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Indian Army for Judge Advocate General (JAG) Department for 24th Entry course commencing April 2020 :
- Army 24th JAG Law Entry : 08 vacancies (Male-05, Female-03), Qualification: 55% marks in LLB Degree (3 years after Graduation or 5 years after 10+2), Age : 21-27 years as on 01/01/2020, Pay Scale : Pay Level-10 ₹56100-17750
How to Apply : Apply Online on prescribed proform at Indian Army recruitment website from 16/07/2019 to 14/08/2019 only for Indian Army SSC Officer 24th JAG Law Entry
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Book your Music Assessment Day at ELAM.
Your assessment day will have three main parts and plenty of chances for you to shine and show us your strengths. The sessions will be themed around ELAM's Values of Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity and Drive and you will complete activities that will allow you to demonstrate these qualities.
- Interview - You will have an individual meeting with a member of the ELAM staff. You will be asked about your interest in ELAM, your knowledge of the courses we offer and a series of Values-based questions used to give us more information about who you are as a musician and student. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions.
- Group activity - You will contribute to a group activity during which you will discuss an Industry related issue. You will be required to present differing sides of an argument. This will involve some research and preparation from you before the day.
- Solo music performance/presentation and pre-prepared written task:
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There are a handful of giants in the history of baseball.
One was called "The Iron Horse," holding the consecutive-games-played record for 56 years, distinguishing himself as a supremely talented first basemen and being such a powerful and consistent hitter that he stood out in the lineup called “Murderer’s Row.”
Lou Gehrig, fourth in that famous Yankees lineup and No. 4 in the minds of baseball fans for all time, retired July 4, 1939 — giving arguably one of the most famous speeches in American history on that sad day in Yankee Stadium when a disease crippled him without warning or explanation. He was dead two years later, brought down by the terminal disease that now bears his name.

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The new army spokesperson previously worked in military intelligence, says MENA
Russia has said it launched strikes against the so-called “Islamic State” from air bases in Iran. It’s a noticeable change of strategy for Moscow as it continues to aid the regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria.
Helicopter pilots called in action by the Syrian allies were shot down by “IS” militants. The aircraft ran out of ammunition while flying near Palmyra.
Russia has called for a renewed end to fighting in the war-torn Syrian city of Aleppo. The announcement came the same day a human rights group criticized the UN for favoring the Syrian government.
The first units of Russian military experts have arrived in Syria to remove explosive devices left behind by the “Islamic State” (“IS”) group in Palmyra. The de-mining of archeological sites might take several months.
The refugee camp in Idomeni is to be cleared – but is alternative accommodation in Greece really ready yet? Panagiotis Kouparanis reports from Hersos, where authorities are setting up a new camp.
While economic relations are booming, Al-Sisi urges enhanced Sino-Egyptian relations in other fields
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September 19, 2013. Agilent Technologies Inc. today announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies: one in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets (LDA) that will retain the Agilent name, and the other that will comprise Agilent's current portfolio of electronic measurement (EM) products. The separation is expected to occur through a tax-free pro rata spinoff of the EM company to Agilent shareholders.
“Agilent has evolved into two distinct investment and business opportunities, and we are creating two separate and strategically focused enterprises to allow each to maximize its growth and success,” said William (Bill) Sullivan, Agilent president and CEO.
“Agilent's history is one of reinvention, starting with our own separation from HP and including four major spinoffs since 2005. We are once again making a bold move, as we have done many times in the past, to ensure a future of sustainable growth for both the LDA and EM companies,” he said. “We are focused on making this transition seamless for our customers.”
Agilent believes that the separation will result in material benefits to the standalone companies, including greater management focus on the distinct businesses of LDA and EM. Agilent said the LDA company will be able to devote resources to the higher-growth LDA business, while reducing exposure to the more cyclical EM industry, and the EM company can devote resources to its own growth that were previously used to capitalize LDA.
Both companies will be well capitalized, having strong balance sheets and investment-grade profiles with target debt-to-EBITDA ratios below 2.0x
Agilent said the new Agilent will be a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics and applied markets, with an attractive recurring revenue base, balanced geographic revenue profile, growth opportunities in emerging markets, molecular diagnostics and clinical markets, and significant margin-expansion opportunities. FY13 estimated revenues are $3.9 billion. It is expected that the new Agilent will continue to pay a dividend at least at the present yield.
Bill Sullivan is president and CEO of Agilent, and Didier Hirsch continues as CFO.
The new EM company will be the world's premier electronic measurement company, Agilent said, with a leading position in major markets including communications; aerospace and defense; and industrial, computers, and semiconductors. FY13 estimated revenues are $2.9 billion. The EM company initially is not expected to pay a dividend.
Ron Nersesian, who has been Agilent's president and chief operating officer, is executive vice president of Agilent and president and CEO-designate of the new EM company, effective immediately. Neil Dougherty, who has been Agilent's vice president and treasurer, is vice president of Agilent and CFO-designate of the new EM company.
“The board and I believe Ron is the right leader for the new company,” said Sullivan. “He has an excellent track record of running this business, and he has the vision and expertise to position the new company for accelerated growth and success.”
The Agilent board of directors granted initial approval to pursue the separation plan at its meeting on September 18.

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"This morning was particularly difficult as the city failed to let residents know of changes to detours and did not have adequate signage up along the construction route for the work taking place on the Ring Road."
The City of Regina is apologizing after a failure to post the proper construction signage resulted in a major traffic jam in southeast Regina on Wednesday morning.
Residents reported waits of up to two or three hours after getting stuck in the University Park area due to the unexpected closure of the Assiniboine Avenue east ramp to the Ring Road.
“All of a sudden it become a mini New York, said Ward 4 Coun. Lori Bresciani. “Traffic was literally on every street you could imagine in University Park and people couldn’t get out.”
With no advanced warning of the closure and what residents describe as a lack of signage far enough in advance of the closures, commuters flooded University Park Drive and Arcola Avenue, then struggled to find a way out.
Bresciani started getting calls from outraged residents at 7 a.m.
“I just kept hearing, ‘Unacceptable,’ she said. “Residents were not very happy.”
She said drivers were attempting U-turns; those who could, parked and walked to work so they wouldn’t be late; city and school buses were delayed; and parents were concerned about their kids walking to school with so much more traffic in the area.
The city received just under 70 phone calls, social media posts and tweets complaining about the congestion. A couple posts simply called the situation “horrible.”
By 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, city officials called a news conference to address the issue.
“The city would like to apologize to residents and understands the driver frustration, concerns and inconvenience happening in the southwest leg of the Ring Road,” said Norm Kyle, the City of Regina’s director of roadways and transportation.
“This morning was particularly difficult as the city failed to let residents know of changes to detours and did not have adequate signage up along the construction route for the work taking place on the Ring Road.”
During the past couple of weeks, Arcola Avenue ramps have been closed due to the road work. On Tuesday night, crews reopened the Arcola ramps and the Assiniboine ramp was closed off instead.
According to Kyle, a switch like that is usually done over two to three days to give drivers notice. Due to the nature of the detour, it had to be done all at once and the proper signage didn’t get posted in time for the morning commute.
“The residents got to the construction detour before realizing that the ramps were closed on Assiniboine,” said Kyle. “We needed better and more signage and we’ve taken care of that already this morning.”
Additional signs were posted and some existing signs moved, according to Kyle.
Touted as a rare occurrence, Kyle said their process will still be reviewed to ensure something like this isn’t repeated, and residents are informed in advance to plan alternate routes.
But some residents are frustrated something like this has happened in an area already plagued by congestion.
“When people hear that the plan to widen the bridges is 25 years out, it’s absolutely unacceptable,” said Bresciani.
Arcola Avenue, which took the brunt of the congestion Wednesday morning, sees approximately 45,000 vehicles on the road in a day, according to Kyle. During peak hours, that number is about four to five thousand.
Bresciani said residents feel like they’re not being heard and Wednesday’s kerfuffle just added to the frustration. She said congestion remains a great concern as Regina’s southeast population continues to grow.
The city hopes to have the project done by July 13, except for the Victoria Avenue on and off ramps over the service road, which will continue until October.
Work includes paving the north lane of Ring Road and the on and off ramps for Arcola and Assiniboine avenues.
“We thank residents for their patience and understanding as we work to improve the road network,” said Kyle. “We are committed to doing a better job with our signing and informing residents of major projects we have in progress.”

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Youaˆ™re sitting here by hearth, covered upwards inside partneraˆ™s accept, whileaˆ™ve exposed and discussed some important section of on your own with all your partner. This is some thing you’ve got discussed before or something like that amazing. It could be anything regarding your romance or around your personal lifestyle. It can be an element of any commitment or each other you are actually concerned with or it might be something you genuinely treasure in nuptials. In essence, it could be ANYTHING that is definitely meaningful for your needs. Any aspect of your self you tell your husband or wife has the potential to deepen the emotional connection you’ve got. Extremely being an effective, mentally involved loudspeaker isnaˆ™t exactly what an individual talk about (if you become sharing a thing authentic and crucial that you your), itaˆ™s how we declare it. So there are a few essential directions to adhere to while you are posting using your mate.
Several Principles for Emotionally Connected Speaking
۱. communicate just one single thing each time. Human beings posses intellectual constraints. Should you display so many things with the companion at once he can almost certainly only remember fondly the final a part of people make sure he understands. Hence maintain the packages of real information lightweight.
۲. Donaˆ™t make allegations. The cause of this formula is fairly obvious: Should you come to be accusatory your spouse will more than likely respond by becoming preventive and whole minutes will evaporate. Donaˆ™t just let your own words audio aggravated or accusing, donaˆ™t allow the phrase an individual state end up being accusatory both. With a bit of thoughts there can be typically ways to show sensitive and painful details about your husband or wife or your own relationship in a non-accusatory option.
۳. allow each other understand you. As being the presenter, itaˆ™s your job to help you the attender truly know how you think or what you think with regards to the problems you will be posting. In an appropriate conversation a listener will ask questions, returning back once again precisely what the speaker system states and strive to study the challenge getting talked about so they can comprehend it considerably totally (watch section on hearing below for additional facts). When this happens respond as freely and undoubtedly you may already know exactly how. Aim to communicate your self in a new way along with your mate. Correct these three procedures will help you indulge your husband or wife, deepen the conversation, and nurture a emotional connections.
Understanding how to pay attention: decline Assumptions and commence to research
Assumptions harm interactions. Take the demonstration of Susan and Alex by way of example. It absolutely was Alexaˆ™s assumption which he recognized what Susan got mentioning which about ruined the personal time that was creating. Thereaˆ™s one specific technique to make certain this really doesnaˆ™t occur aˆ¦ aˆ¦Assume nothing: Visit your very own assumptions and readily obtain clarifications. A lot of people believe they are aware what their unique spouse happens to be wondering or experiencing. Therefore, in place of making use of an intimate minutes as a way to hook up on a deeper degree, these people strike their unique odds. This eliminates the potential for an emotionally connected debate. In case you carry out the part belonging to the listener (which you want to try to do anytime your partner is wanting to mention something significant together with you),itaˆ™s your career to drop your very own presumptions and explore whataˆ™s being believed to intensify your very own perception of your lover. There are 2 biggest tactics to try this.
Once you understand When to Talk: have the instant and touch base
The mentally deepening forces inside your commitment wont come every day and really shouldnaˆ™t. (discover more and more this into the aˆ?Advice for Womenaˆ? below.) They’ll certainly be spread during your connection. So that the start to emotionally involved communications is definitely finding out how to catch the chances to intensify the emotional association and work with all of them. Alex and Susan experienced that type of chance once Alex chose to stay static in appointment and persisted investigating what his own girlfriend was telling him. However these minutes can present themselves inside alternative methods as well. Over your own lives with each other you can definitely find yourselves you sit on a balcony looking out over a stylish ocean point of view having a glass of wines or curled all the way up by an open fireplace, warm and calm. Throughout these intimate, particular time you are able to contact both with techniques which happen to be intimate, although not always erotic. You are able to hit 1 together with your knowing. Possibly, in a point in time in this way your husband or wife will clear and promote something thataˆ™s vital that you her together with you. Or, you may possibly voluntarily communicate a bit of your self using your mate. During these moments itaˆ™s time and energy to create and certainly keep in touch with your honey. Then when we declare speak, I donaˆ™t mean simply talk the way we carry out day-to-day. I mean finding out how to dialogue and learning HOW to pay attention. Because even though we try to communicate at an early age, not very many people actually know tips communicate about feelings intensive. The good thing is, youraˆ™re planning to discover. Before I get to that i needed to say another problems. In some affairs upsetting events have actually made it very tough to interact intimately. You might find basically very rarely bring moments like people discussed higher. In my reserve tips Survive An Affair, I provide ways to develop interactions and reconstruct intimacy. Despite the fact that hasnaˆ™t suffered with an affair, among those techniques will help you.

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If you did not realize, Intel’s Pentium chip has now turned 20 years old. What may seem so young, has gray hairs stemming from it’s core as the oldest chip around. It’s innovative strategy to hit third party PC’s and to widely spread PC growth, the Pentium chip has become not only profitable, but extremely popular. The Pentium chip was introduced March 22nd, 1993. Like the Intel 486 chips, Pentium’s were also 32-bit, which supported as much as 4 GB of ram, where they then had renditions of 36-bit buses that supported 64 GB or RAM and then the evolution of 64-bit, which theoretically support 16 exabytes (although most are only written in 48-bit address lines, which limit to 256 terabytes).
So Happy birthday to Pentium, to Intel, and to computer fans around the world. Today, the successors of Pentium, the i3, i5, i7, and Xeon’s now rule the world, but Pentium revolutionized it in the internet age.
v3 – Intel’s Pentium Launched 20 Years Ago Today
Haha, and for the fun of it, here’s an old Apple G4 Ad, who are now using Intel chips:


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Protomartyr announce a new release called Consolation E.P., which they recorded in part with friend Kelley Deal (The Breeders) and will be released June 15th via Domino. The EP follows last year’s fan and critical favourite Relatives in Descent.
FORMAT: Yellow vinyl, four page booklet + DL code (indies exclusive).
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3. Wheel of Fortune (feat. Kelley Deal)
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It smells like bacon in the App Store this week, thanks to the vile green piggies in Angry Birds Epic, and the unlucky porker in Pigs Can’t Fly. There’s also something interesting for board game fans, an updated Skype app, and a gorgeous expense tracker.
Skype for iOS has received its first major update in four years. Version 5.0 brings a remastered design, which is in line with the Windows Phone app. The voice and video calling experience has been simplified, and you can now get in-app notifications. The update is focused on conversations, letting you create messaging groups, and share photos and videos with contacts.
Halftone 2 (Rs 120)
Halftone 2 is the sequel to popular photo-editing app Halftone, which turns your photos into comic books. The updated app lets now you convert your comics into movies, with options to add sound effects, video timing and transition options, and an ‘auto stretch’ feature to adjust the length of a video to match the soundtrack. Created videos can be exported in 720p resolution and shared on Facebook, Dropbox and other compatible apps.
Spendbook is a beautifully designed expense- and income-tracking app. You can break down expenses into categories and sub-categories, add a note or photo to detail a transaction, and view your expenses and income in a calendar format. The app supports multiple accounts, and can be navigated by simple swipe gestures.
Vitamin-R, the popular task-logging app for Mac, has now been launched for the iPhone. The app aims to help you boost productivity and avoid procrastination. It breaks down big tasks into smaller ones, each with easily achievable objectives. A visual progress chart is accessible at any time to keep you motivated, while regular scheduled breaks let you enjoy stress-free down-time.
Unread for iPad (Rs 300)
Unread, the minimalist RSS reader for the iPhone, has just been launched on the iPad. The app displays articles in a distraction-free, full screen view, typeset in elegant fonts. You can choose from multiple themes, and share articles to Pocket, Instapaper, Readability and more. The app supports background refresh to bring you the latest stories from your feed, and makes them available offline for convenience.
Angry Birds Epic (Free)
Yesterday, Rovio launched Angry Birds Epic, a brand new turn-based RPG game. It features all the main characters from the Angry Birds franchise, including the evil green piggies. You’ll be able to lead your flock into battle, explore the fantasy Piggy Island and upgrade characters, weapons and armour. You can also craft your own (silly) weapons, and dress your heroes in ridiculous outfits.
VVVVVV (Rs 190)
Initially released in 2010 on Mac and PC, the acclaimed puzzle platformer VVVVVV has just been ported to iOS. You’ll play as Captain Viridian, who is in search of his crew after an accident landed him in an alternate dimension. In order to move, you’ll have to reverse gravity to land either on the floor or ceiling. Each level is filled with traps and voids, and because of its difficult nature, you’re given endless lives and checkpoint restarts.
In (R)evolve, your job is to keep your alien planet safe and thriving. By keeping the planet spinning on its axis, you’ll have to avoid getting hit by a constant stream of meteorites. In the meantime, you’ll also have to evolve and spread life, filling up the planet with three-eyed green aliens. The game offers HD graphics and features Game Center support for online leaderboards.
Pigs Can’t Fly (Rs 190)
Pig is an unlucky little porker who’s had the misfortune of landing in hell. He does have a pair of wings though, and you’ll have to help him escape the fiery underworld by dodging traps and demon monsters. There are 80 levels to complete, and various funny character skins to unlock by collecting stars.
Damn Little Town (Free)
If you’re a fan of board games, here’s one you can play on your iOS device. Damn Little Town is meant for 1-4 players, with an option to pass it around among your friends, or play one-on-one against the computer. The game has two phases – building a town and populating it with settlers, and then making your escape after you discover it’s been corrupted.
App of the Week
As part of Apple’s App of the Week promotion, this week you can download the speed-reading app ReadQuick for free. The app displays articles one word at a time at a preset speed, and is designed to teach you to speed-read using content that you’ve chosen.


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Mississippi State is returning to the Hump after going coast to coast with wins over DePaul in Tampa and UCLA in Anaheim. The Bulldogs have won their last 4 to go to 7-2 on the season.
Wright State comes in at 6-3, and won 3 consecutive before dropping their last game to Miami-Ohio, a close loss by 1 point. They are averaging 69.2 ppg this season and allowing 63.3 to opponents. Their top scorer is Todd Brown, with about 15 points. He also shots 45.9% from beyond the arc. Other players that make an impact are Troy Tabler (12.1), Cory Copperwood (10.3) and Vaughn Duggins, who has only played in six games but is netting 14.2 ppg.
I really think Mississippi State has the upper hand here. Varnado will dominate the interior as usual. Ravern Johnson is coming off his career best game against UCLA. Bost, Augustus and Stewart are all above 10 ppg so far on the season. The Bulldogs offensively are generating 75.8 ppg and limiting opponents to 58.4 ppg on 37% efficiency.
We may also get our first glimpse of John Reik tonight. Reik stands at 7-foot-2 and weighs in around 240. He will bring some much needed strength to the Bulldog squad that has been a little lean over the past few seasons.
Here are some other previews of this game from around the interwebs:
The Clarion-Ledger says that Wright State poses a threat.
The Dayton Daily News, on the other hand, says that Mississippi State will be a challenge for the Raiders.
It appears that against Mississippi State, the Raiders will have to go to their high-end scoring. Mississippi State, which has been ranked as high as No. 18, has five players who average in double figures and is on a four-game winning streak, including a 72-54 trouncing at UCLA.
The Springfield News Sun says that the Raiders need to get some consistency among its scorers.
Unless WSU can slow down the game, look for a higher score than usual. The Bulldogs are averaging 75.8 per game, while WSU is averaging 69.2. In coach Brad Brownell's three-plus seasons, the Raiders are 21-3 when they score 70 or more points, and 8-20 with the opposition does.
This game will be televised by ESPN2 and tip-off is scheduled for 6pm.


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A crisis on the Korean peninsula appears imminent as North Korea may soon conduct a sixth nuclear test.
China fears that a “conflict could break out at any moment,” and North Korea is warning it “will go to war” if the U.S. decides it wants a fight, the AP reports.
The “Day of the Sun” — the anniversary of the birth of Kim Il-sung — is Saturday, and evidence suggests that North Korea may soon conduct a sixth nuclear test, a risky provocation in the current climate.
President Donald Trump has demonstrated what happens when governments and actors “cross the line.” The administration launched cruise missiles at a Syrian airbase earlier in April after the Syrian regime carried out a brutal chemical weapons attack on civilians. The U.S. military then dropped a weapon nicknamed the “mother of all bombs” on the Islamic State in Afghanistan. Now, a U.S. Navy carrier strike group led by the USS Carl Vinson is moving into waters near the Korean peninsula.
North Korea says it is “not frightened.” Pyongyang is threatening to take “the toughest counteraction against the U.S.” and its allies, adding that U.S. bases in the region are “in the sights of our rockets. The North Korean military says the “drunken provocation of the Trump Administration has become a dangerous step that can not be tolerated.”
Beijing is calling for calm, warning, “If a war occurs, the result is a situation in which everybody loses and there can be no winner.” At the same time, China has reportedly put its troops on high alert in expectation of a conflict.
“With swords drawn and bows bent, … there have been storm clouds gathering,” China’s Xinhua News Agency reported, adding that if North Korea and the U.S. and its allies “let war break out on the peninsula, they must shoulder the historical culpability and pay the corresponding price for this.”
The North Korean nuclear threat has been growing since the reclusive regime first tested a nuclear weapon in 2006. Since then, North Korea has gone on to test a total of five nuclear bombs, each with a greater explosive yield than the last. Furthermore, the North continues to develop and test ballistic missiles with greater ranges, and the country working on a reliable intercontinental ballistic missile able to deliver a nuclear weapon to targets in the continental U.S.
The threat from Pyongyang has puzzled U.S. presidents for decades, as no president has yet figured out how to effectively rein in North Korea and bring stability to the peninsula. It is unclear whether or not things will change with the new administration.


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My younger children (ages 11 and under) are big fans of the Disney Channel’s tv series, The Suite Life of Zach and Cody — which I have to admit, I’m not. However, I’ve long been a fan of Brian Stepanek, who plays the custodian/inventor/geek Arwen on the series — he plays his part as a true clown, and he’s very funny to watch. He’s now starring in a series of silent short (5 minutes) episodes called Brian O’Brian, about a well-intentioned goof who gets in (and out) of trouble. It’s non-speaking, allowing him to communicate visually, as well as having the benefit of allowing Disney to show the episodes in America, Italy, Japan, etc. on their various cable TV properties without the need for translations or subtitles.
The episode that I saw was based on an older clown skit, and Brian Stepanek was very funny doing it — he’s a clown who doesn’t wear makeup. In the 5 minute short, Brian O’Brian is a janitor, sweeping up a stage, and starts picking up imaginary musical instruments, and playing them to comedic effect. There’s no spoken dialog, but the audience hears the music that he makes with the imaginary instruments, as well as other things — such as playing the slide trombone, and sliding too far, sending part of the trombone flying into the “audience” where we hear a crash while he reacts.
Brian O’Brian is worth watching if nothing else to take notes on how to clown with your body instead of your voice.

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A few hours ago, Nintendo announced that the Octoling amiibo will be available on November 9 in Europe and Japan. Unfortunately, North America will need to wait a bit longer. The three figures are scheduled for December 7 stateside.
December 7 will be quite busy for amiibo. Aside from the Octoling figures, Nintendo will also release new Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo for Ridley, Inkling, and Wolf.

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Honor Magic is powered by Kirin 950 processor aided by 4GB RAM and 64GB storage
Huawei has announced its Honor Magic smartphone, days after teasing the device on China's microblogging platform Weibo. The launch of Honor Magic commemorates the third anniversary of Honor, which was conceived as Huawei's online-only brand.
Honor Magic's launch comes right after the launch of Xiaomi Mi Mix, the smartphone with nearly no bezels and a screen-to-body ratio of nearly 91 percent. Honor Magic is a traditional smartphone in terms of design but its USP lies in the use of artificial intelligence. Honor says its AI features will help the device to understand and analyse users' data.
Honor Magic features a 5.09-inch Quad HD AMOLED display with dual curved edges. The smartphone is powered by company's very own Kirin 950 processor and packs advanced sensor and recognition technology. The smartphone's most differentiating feature is the WiseScreen sensor which enables users to unlock their phone by simply picking up and looking at the display. The smartphone also uses FaceCode intelligent recognition feature to ensure total privacy by revealing message notifications to only registered users.
With what Honor calls as Magic Live system, the smartphone anticipates users' needs and offers predictive information similar to Google Now offering traffic alerts. "Honor Magic Live system is, for instance, able to formulate a range of customized recommendations based on users' social conversations via instant messaging apps -- conversations revolving around movies will trigger blockbuster recommendations," the company said in a press release.
Honor Magic comes with option of 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The smartphone houses a decent 2900mAh battery and uses a proprietary speed charging technology which recharges 70 percent of the battery in 20 minutes and 40 percent in just 10 minutes.
"The Honor Magic encapsulates our commitment to cutting-edge innovation and technology. Through this launch, we at Honor are telling our fans around the globe that we are genuinely committed to challenging ourselves and willing to disrupt the status quo to ultimately be able to bring the best mobile-internet experience to them," said George Zhao, president of Honor.
Honor Magic features a dual 12MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera. The smartphone runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Honor Magic Live software feature. The device is expected to be released in China only and it is priced around 3,699 Yuan (approximately Rs 36,990).


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A keluaran sgp lottery is a gambling game in which numbers are drawn at random. It is a form of gambling, and some governments outlaw it while others endorse it and organize state and national lotteries. Its purpose is not entirely clear. Some people play it for fun, while others play for money. It is a form of gambling, but it is also a game of chance.
Lotteries originated in Europe in the late fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries
Lotteries have a long history and are associated with many cultures throughout history. In the ancient world, they were used to settle disputes, assign property rights, and distribute jobs. Later, in the sixteenth century, they were used to raise money for various public projects. Today, lotteries are used in many countries around the world.
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Lotteries are a form of gambling that has become widespread in the United States. In the 1960s, casinos and lotteries were revived in various countries around the world. Many governments also used these gambling forms to raise revenues.
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Lotteries raise money for public services, education, and other areas of need in communities across the United States. The proceeds of the West Virginia lottery go towards senior services, tourism programs, and education. They also help pay for Medicaid. These programs provide much-needed revenue for states.
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Lotteries are games of chance, where players stake something against a random number. For instance, a farmer may bet seed, a whole year’s work, or cattle on a particular crop, which may result in a loss. Games of chance are not immoral and are necessary for human existence. Every man has the right to pursue a game of chance that will help him or her provide for his family.
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States are divided into several levels of government. Each level of government has different powers and responsibilities. For example, each level oversees a particular welfare program, such as Medicaid, and regulates a criminal code. Other areas where state governments have control include operating schools, enforcing state standards, and maintaining state roads. The state government also has courts and interprets state laws.
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Toll-free numbers are used for lottery calls. Most toll-free numbers are assigned on a first-come-first-serve basis. The FCC regulates the numbering system and requires that all toll-free numbers be portable. This means that subscribers can move their numbers to a new RespOrg if they change service providers. However, the FCC is not involved in the actual assignment of toll-free numbers. The FCC does not maintain a database of these numbers. They are also not responsible for answering questions regarding the status of a number.


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Grafitti made by cleaning away soot and pollution to reveal the underlying surface. Photo copyright Alexandre Orion
Yet another reductive form of art-making (not too disimilar from photography):
By selectively cleaning away layers of automobile exhaust soot from the walls of a commuter tunnel in Sao Paolo, Brazilian Alexandre Orion, created a vast and appropriate mural of stacked-up skulls. The not-so-subtle rebuke against pollution at first angered police, but there was no law on the books against "cleaning walls" even if the cleaning was "selective".
So, city workers were dispatched to eliminate the artist's statement from the tunnel, which they did by washing away his mural. But the artist merely returned and continued his practice on the other side of the tunnel, which had not been cleaned.
This kind of upstart art obviously demanded a more thorough form of censorship. Not only did Brazilian officials clean the entire tunnel but also every other tunnel in Sao Paulo!
Orion fears this solution is short-lived, however. The tunnels will be black with soot again in four months unless the clean-up crews stick to a regular schedule. As he points out, however simply, the real crime is the pollution.


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In a move that's sure to spook conspiracy buffs everywhere, a new report has emerged that puts the United States' Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) within arm's reach of signing a deal with Amazon, valued at up to $600 million, over the course of the next 10 years.
But it's what the CIA and Amazon will be doing together that will raise a few eyebrows, though for different reasons across the spectrum.
According to the reports, the CIA is looking to work with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build what's called a "private cloud," which will in turn be packed with a set of technologies like big data, which is itself rapidly increasing in popularity among businesses.
The reports are a bit vague, and many details are left out – this is the CIA we're talking about, after all –but there are several interesting questions that appear in the wake of such an action.
First, Amazon Web Services built a name for itself as a source of public cloud, not private. That's an odd switch for Amazon Web Services to go, from being what amounts to a hosting service for cloud services – public clouds are generally in hosted facilities with shared hardware – to a provider of cloud computing technology on a particular user's data center, which is what "private cloud" is generally understood as.
Amazon was reportedly seen, not so long ago, coming out against the private cloud concept, though it has been seen offering the Virtual Private Cloud, which uses Amazon hardware but adds an extra security layer.
Second, for Amazon to enter the private cloud business would give pause to several major names already engaged in the field, like Citrix and VMware, as well as IBM, Rackspace and HP. The latter three, of which were recently spotted saying their clouds are not only more reliable than Amazon's, but more secure.
That's not an assessment the CIA shares, however, and getting the CIA for a customer is no mean feat.
Notwithstanding the unusual implications this has, what with putting one of the biggest government agencies and intelligence gathering arms nearby to where people buy things every day, moves that have the potential to seriously destabilize a market are always worth watching out for. Amazon suddenly slipping into private cloud would be a destabilizing force of likely impressive magnitude.
Amazon has a lot of force behind it, and seeing AWS branch out into a whole new category of service would bring that force into play.
The government's involvement is one thing, but Amazon's potential shift in the market is another. This is a very big move indeed, and a recipe for a real shake-up – the kind many would find difficult to ignore.
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Queen’s Speech Review
The Queen’s Speech in May set out the Government’s legislative plans for the year ahead.
Nineteen bills and draft bills were planned including the Children and Families Bill.
This Bill will make significant changes to;
Adoption: The speed of the process will become the primary concern over matching children with parents of the same ethnicity.
Family Law: Care cases must be completed within 6 months.
Flexible parental leave: Mothers and fathers will be able to share parental leave if they wish; allowing them to use the time to better fit their needs.
Special Educational Needs (SEN): Parents of children with SEN will be given more choice. Parents or young people will also be given the right to a personal budget for their support.


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How long before a tattoo should I put EMLA cream on?
around 60 minutes
To achieve the numbing effect, you’ll need to apply Emla to the skin around 60 minutes before the procedure and always cover the area with a suitable occlusive dressing. Typically, the numbing effect then lasts for two hours following removal of the cream, however this time is shorter when Emla is used on your face.
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A lot of tattoo artists refuse to use numbing creams or sprays during their sessions. There’s a few reasons, but most of them boil down to two: 1. They consider the pain of a tattoo part of the tradition and a rite of passage.
What does a tattoo feel like with numbing cream?
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Fitting the Handle to the Saw Blade and Back Installation Instructions - Part I
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Figure 1. Lay the blade over the handle and judge the fit.
2.2 Adjust the blade as appropriate by grinding or cutting such that it will slot neatly into the handle. (Fig. 2)
Figure 2. Removal of metal from the back of the blade by grinding.
2.3 Strike a line across the handle to define the ends of the blade slot to be cut and compare the saw blade to the line – remove metal from the back of the blade until it corresponds to the line giving its final position. (Figure 3)
Figure 3. Line indicating final position of blade within the handle.
2.4 Using a marking gauge strike a line in the exact center of the handle blank from the step to the bottom furthest extent of the blade slot. (Figure 4) Ensure that you gauge is set correctly!
Figure 4. Begin the blade slot by cutting a mark using a marking gauge.
2.5 After the center line is marked it is helpful to highlight the mark by filling it with a pencil mark. 0.5mm lead mechanical pencils work well for this task. (Figure 5)
Figure 5. Highlighting the marking gauge line with pencil.
2.6 Begin cutting the blade slot with a zero kerf rip filed saw having a 0.015” thick saw plate. (Figure 6)
Figure 6. Zero kerf fine toothed saw to begin blade slot.
2.7 Carefully follow the gauge mark around the saw handle, repositioning it in the vise as necessary. Mistakes here are particularly critical. Only cut down to the depth of the gullets of the teeth of the zero kerf saw. (Figure 7)
Figure 7. Cut only as deep as the teeth of the saw.
2.8 Now switch saw and use a narrow set 0.015” thick plate dovetail saw. Follow the slot cut by the zero kerf saw and slowly work your way around the handle cutting no more than 1/4” deep. (Figures 8 and 9)
Figure 8. Using a narrow set dovetail to further deepen and open the blade slot.
Figure 9. Cut the slot approximately ¼ inch deep all of the way around.
2.9 Now switch to a narrow kerf taper ground tenon saw that cuts a kerf width equivalent to the thickness of the blade you plan to fit. (Figure 10)
Figure 10. Narrow kerf tenon saw.
Figure 11. Further widen the slot using the tenon saw.
2.10 As before, work slowly and carefully around the handle deepening and widening the cut made in the previous step. Cut approximately ½” deep all of the way round with this saw to firmly establish the blade slot position. (Figure 12)
Figure 12. Cut all of the way round approximately ½” deep.
2.11 Now cut the blade slot to full depth. Pause frequently and ensure that the blade is tracking the intended direction. (Figure 13)
Figure 13. Cutting the slot to full depth.
2.12 Cut down until the saw blade is as deep as the mark made on the cheek of the handle. (Figure 14)
Figure 14. Slot is cut to full depth.
2.13 Now you’re ready to cut the mortise for the back (if you are installing one of course). Begin by inserting the blade with back installed into the slot you just cut from the top as shown below in Figure 15. Mark the outside edge of the back using the 0.5mm mechanical pencil.
Figure 15. Mark the top of the handle for the back mortise.
2.16 Now move the blade/back assembly around to the front of the handle into a position corresponding to your desired final location of the blade. Mark both sides of the edge of the back and the bottom. (Figures 16 and 17)
Figure 16. Mark the front of the handle for the back mortise.
Figure 17. Mark the bottom of the blade mortise.
2.17 Extend the lines on the top of the handle all of the way back to the step using a ruler and pencil
Figure 18. Extend the mortise boundaries back to the step.
2.18 Using the zero kerf saw cut along each line just inside the pencil marks as shown. (Figure 19)
Figure 19. Use zero kerf saw to begin mortise side cuts.
2.19 Deepen the slots at the sides of the mortise using the rip cut dovetail saw. Work very carefully and stay inside the lines. (Figure 20)
Figure 20. Use the narrow kerf dovetail saw to deepen the back mortise margins.
2.20 Cut as deep as practical at the back end of the mortise. (Figure 21)
To be continued in part II...


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The Tears of Autumn(1974)
(The second book in the Paul Christopher series)
A novel by Charles McCarry
Paul Christopher, at the height of his powers as a secret agent, believes he knows who arranged the assassination and why. His theory is so destructive of the legend of the dead president, though, and so dangerous to the survival of foreign policy that he is ordered to desist from investigating. But Christopher is a man who lives by and for the truth, and his internal compunctions force him to the heart of the matter. He resigns from the Agency and embarks on a tour of investigation that takes him from Paris to Rome, Zurich, the Congo, and Saigon. Threatened by Kennedy's assassins and by his own government, Christopher follows the scent of his suspicion - one breath behind the truth, one step ahead of discovery and death.
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Richard Blackwood (born 15 May 1972, Clapham, London, England) is a British gangster rapper, television personality, crime novelist, magician, sometime actor and MC of Jamaican origin.
Richard currently presents his critically aclaimed show "RB's Sunday School" on the London radio station, Choice FM. RB guests as a disc jockey at nightclubs throughout the United Kingdom.
Blackwood appeared on Brass Eye in 2001, during which he was tricked into saying that internet paedophiles can make computer keyboards emit noxious fumes in order to subdue children (Blackwood even sniffed a keyboard and claimed to be able to smell the fumes, which he said made him feel "suggestible"). He was also duped to appear on a song for the show, 'Stay Away From The Guy With The Funny Eye' (Dj Bob Hoskinz). Strangely this is currently the last song he ever performed on.
In 2003 Blackwood had his Isle of Dogs home repossessed and declared himself bankrupt. He was reportedly often heckled with the phrase "Oi Blackwood, you're BANKRUPT SUNSHINE!" by passers-by on the street. The culmination of this was an incident in which Blackwood placed a gun to his head, but was then restrained by his girlfriend.
In spite of recent troubles, he is experiencing a minor resurgence, as a guest at Students' Unions and has plans to enter the music scene once again under the alias R. Biddy, a direct reference to his idol, P.Diddy.
In 2008, Richard Blacwood formed a series of 'Real Talk' Seminars (in association with Choice FM, Kiss 100 and The Police) with topical discussions which affect the youth, and focus' on educating the youth of today. Topics include Gun and Knife crime. These seminars are held once a month.
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Maaveeran Sivakarthikeyan Movie Review
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Maaveeran is a captivating film that masterfully weaves together the elements of action, drama, and a powerful narrative. Directed by Madonne Ashwin and featuring a stellar cast led by Siva Karthikeyan, Aditi Shankar, Mysskin, and Yogi Babu, this movie leaves a lasting impact with its engaging plot, impactful performances, stunning visuals, and an underlying message that resonates deeply.
The strength of Maaveeran lies in its well-crafted storyline. It effortlessly blends elements of action and drama, captivating the audience from start to finish. The narrative showcases the journey of the protagonist, who embodies courage and heroism in the face of adversity. The film successfully immerses viewers into a world filled with suspense, emotion, and an underlying message of inspiration. It serves as a reminder that true strength lies within, and even the most ordinary individuals can become extraordinary in the face of challenges.
Siva Karthikeyan delivers a fabulous performance as the lead character, effortlessly portraying the complexities of his role. His portrayal of bravery and determination is commendable, drawing the audience deeper into the story. Aditi Shankar shines in her role, bringing depth and emotion to her character, creating a compelling chemistry with Karthikeyan. Mysskin’s presence adds an intriguing layer to the film, further enhancing the overall impact.
The film’s cinematography stands out as a key factor in its success. The visuals are stunning, capturing the essence of every scene and immersing the audience in the world of the characters. The action sequences are well choreographed, bringing excitement and intensity to the screen. The director’s vision is effectively translated through the camera work, creating a visually appealing cinematic experience.
Yogi Babu’s comedic timing and one-liners add a touch of humor to the film, providing much-needed moments of levity. His presence ensures that the audience remains entertained throughout the movie, while also complementing the serious tone of the narrative.
While the music in Maaveeran is average, it doesn’t hinder the overall impact of the film. The focus remains on the compelling story and powerful performances, making it a minor aspect in comparison.
Maaveeran is a movie that deserves to be experienced on the big screen. The thrilling action, emotional depth, and inspiring message come together to create an enthralling cinematic experience. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of films to entertain and inspire simultaneously.
In conclusion, Maaveeran is a must-watch for those seeking a commercial movie with a compelling story. Its blend of action, drama, and inspiration, combined with strong performances, captivating visuals, and well-timed humor, make it a film that fulfills audience expectations. Directed by Madonne Ashwin, this movie showcases the talent of Siva Karthikeyan and leaves a lasting impact on its viewers.


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Gophers Return to Action at ISU Classic
The Iowa State Classic is the longest running track and field meet hosted by Iowa State University.
Johnson Named USATF Minnesota Athlete of the Month
The senior captain won all three shot put competitions he participated in during the month of January.
Gophers Pace Shot Put at Bethel
True freshman Johnathan Tharaldsen qualified for the USA Track & Field Junior Championship with his personal record on Saturday.

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As individuals we are shaped by the times we are born in, different cultures and/or family beliefs. Quite often those raising us have a great influence on the person we turn out to be later on in life. Thus when I stumbled onto #ThisIsMyVigina hashtag and clips on social media I thought I should pen down the other side of my vigina, freed.
For as long as I can remember sex has always been a taboo subject where I come from, in fact, when people are talking about sex, it is always in whispers or by making use of some silly terms, so unless you have spent enough time with them you will never guess the subject! And not to expose my very old-school parents, the closest we ever got to the sex talk is "What business does a girl have with boys" and "I am sure they teach you about all these 'things' at school".
That is what they would say when they see you talking to a boy for a minute or when that kissing scene on welfare TV causes discomfort. With just that, I was left to create meaning from their not so clear random remarks. Now what does a young women's sex life become when her parents assume that she is taught everything she should know about sexual intercourse at school while her teachers also fail to engage in sex talk clearly but just use phrases like "you know what I mean"?
Well, the world is her oyster, she can listen to her friends, read books or navigate the space claiming and unleashing her desires or go without a clue about her position.
While not knowing her position can prevail effortlessly, sex gets better when you know and claim what satisfies you first. Whether you are working with toys, another woman or a man, the ball is yours, in your court! The thrill truly lies in the sex we deserve and only you know what makes you tick!
It's never too late to always have your needs in mind; you should never do anything you are not comfortable with, use your voice, IT'S YOUR VIGINA! That is what I have gathered in my 'short lived' sex life as a young adult, there's no settling for anything but getting it how I want it! I don't have to worry about the talks I never got because now I know where I stand. It's pretty okay to be highly sexed or to not want sex at all, your body equals your desires, you are the captain of this ship.
Believing that we all have our own preferences, I never take in any reads about how I should have sex. We cannot simply generalise any sex related issues. Health and safety tips reads are worth considering, as well as different positions perhaps, anything else you take in should be nothing short of what encourages you to know and own your body in order to get the best out of your intimate sessions.
So go on and make those sex conversations as open as possible, without making what works for you the only option available to others.


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Pick up this week's Style for Mr. Griset's reviews of "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" and "Wait Until Dark." Time is running out on seeing "Wait" so don't....wait, that is, to get tickets.
I'm trying to think ahead -- looking forward to finally seeing DRS this week plus taking in some of SPARC's New Voices readings this weekend. But part of me is still stuck in this past weekend. See, my wife and son had talked up “Next to Normal” for months since they saw it in New York last summer. So I was giddy with anticipation when I took my seat in a Kennedy Center box (it was the back row of the box but still, I’d never seen a show at the Kennedy Center so it worked just fine for me). Just the N2N set is enough to peak your curiosity – it’s many levels and staircases giving it a modern, almost techno look.
The opening number (“Just Another Day”) didn’t disappoint – one of those openers in the classic musical mode that introduces most of the characters and their essential conflicts in an efficient but original manner. I was instantly impressed by Emma Hunton who plays the daughter Natalie and whose voice resonated clear and crystalline. All of the young performers were exceptional, propelled by a driving light-ish rock score.
But starting with the third song, “Who’s Crazy,” and really coming to the fore with “I Miss the Mountains,” there was something odd about lead actress Alice Ripley’s voice. At first, I just thought she had a weird pronunciation thing – an odd way of articulating specific words that I’ve since found out that others have commented on. But as the show continued, it became clearer that Ms. Ripley’s voice just wasn’t on par with the other singers in the cast. Again, there have been others on the Internets who have remarked on this situation with more depth and clarity than I really want to get into.
When the performance ended, I definitely had an appreciation for the power and originality of the show. There were many thrilling moments, most of them having to do with Ms. Hunton. As a parent, I felt a little weird to be identifying so completely with the teenage daughter and having little or no sympathy for the parents and a lot of that had to do with being annoying at Ms. Ripley for not singing better.
In the Washington Post review of the show, Peter Marks calls Ripley “tired.” In my opinion, that is an understatement. My somewhat stronger feelings on the matter are reflected in this review by Alice Kaderlan of the Seattle PI.
I'm a pretty easy-going guy and so, afterwards, I rationalized to myself that all things considered, it was a fine experience. I liked the music, I thought the story was challenging in many good ways, and there were some excellent performances. Perhaps more important, it was a good family outing spent traveling together, sharing conversation over some good food, and enjoying each other's company. But on another level I'm still sort of seething. I spent a whole day and a not-insignificant chunk of money to see a show that had a major defect in it. And it wasn't just that an artistic choice was made that somehow rubbed me the wrong way. There was/is a element in the show that is not working right. A colder, more pragmatic person would make the analogy that if a lighting instrument had burnt out during the course of a show, you'd replace it. Why hasn't someone made a similar replacement of the faulty piece of "Next to Normal?"


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Study authors Sue A. Brown, MD, and Boris P. Kovatchev, PhD, along with their team from the Jaeb Center for Health Research, Tampa, Florida (the coordinating center for the multicenter study), examined the percentage of time that blood-glucose values of subjects were within the established target range of 70 to 180 mg per deciliter as recorded by continuous glucose monitoring. The team assigned a total of 168 subjects with type 1 diabetes to receive either the sensor-augmented pump (control group, n = 56) or the closed-loop system (treatment group, n = 112) during the 6-month trial. The glycated hemoglobin level ranged from 5.4% to 10.6%, and all patients completed the trial.
In this International Diabetes Closed-Loop Study, the team determined that the average percent time within target blood glucose range increased in the closed-loop group from 61% ± 17% (±SD) at baseline to 71% ± 12% during the 6 months and remained unchanged at 59% ±1 4% in the control group (95% CI, 9-14; P <.001). Although it was not a primary outcome, the team noted that the percentage of time that glucose values were greater than 180 mg per deciliter, along with percentage of time that the glucose values were less than 70 mg per deciliter or less than 54 mg per deciliter, also favored the closed-loop system. No serious hypoglycemic events were reported in either the treatment group or the control group; however, one episode of diabetic ketoacidosis was reported in the closed-loop group.
“This artificial pancreas system has several unique features that improve glucose control beyond what is achievable using traditional methods,” said Dr. Kovatchev. “In particular, there is a special safety module dedicated to prevention of hypoglycemia, and there is gradually intensified control overnight to achieve near-normal blood sugar levels every morning.”
According to Guillermo Arreaza-Rubín, MD, director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases’ Diabetes Technology Program and project scientist for the study, “Testing the safety and effectiveness of new technologies in real-world settings is critical to prove the usability of these systems by people with diabetes to achieve a better daily control of their blood glucose levels.”
Researchers concluded that this 6-month trial involving patients with type 1 diabetes supports the use of a closed-loop system due to the findings of the “greater percentage of time spent in a target glycemic range than the use of a sensor-augmented insulin pump” and that the system improved patients’ control over blood glucose during the day and overnight, with the latter being the more serious complication if values drop to dangerous levels during sleep.
The International Diabetes Closed-Loop Study involves five separate artificial-pancreas clinical protocols implemented by 10 research centers, including the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. This 6-month study was the third phase in the series of trials. It was conducted with participants living their usual day-to-day lives, so the researchers could best understand how the system works in typical daily routines.
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The diagnosis of cystitis in this case relies on a combination of history, physical examination findings, and laboratory findings. In young female patients with dysuria, four symptoms significantly increase the probability of UTI: dysuria, frequency, hematuria, and back pain. Flank pain, abdominal pain, and fever have not been found to be predictive of UTI.
The typical presentation of UTI includes a range of symptoms, including dysuria, urgency, frequency, back pain, abdominal pain, fever, hematuria, and costovertebral angle tenderness. Vaginal irritation or discharge makes the diagnosis less likely; however, these symptoms do not entirely rule out UTI as a diagnosis.
Some women present with asymptomatic bacteriuria, and UTI is discovered only by happenstance. A common example of this occurs in pregnancy, during which urinalysis may incidentally reveal bacteriuria. Treatment of asymptomatic bacteria is generally unnecessary except in the case of pregnancy, because in nonpregnant adults no clinical benefit has been found. Pregnant women with such bacteria may be treated due to an increased risk of UTI and because UTI in pregnancy is more likely to be complicated by pyelonephritis.
The incidence of UTI in young, sexually active women is 0.5-0.7 cases per person-year, with an increase in relative risk with recent sexual intercourse, history of recurrent infection, and recent use of a diaphragm with spermicide. Contrary to popular opinion, no increased risk is associated with delayed postcoital voiding. In one study, the incidence was highest in adults who were aged 23-30 years, never married, and white and had a history of more than two previous UTIs.
No single historical or physical examination finding can reliably predict UTI in a symptomatic woman. However, certain findings in combination can effectively diagnose the condition. In a patient presenting with at least one symptom of UTI but also with vaginal discharge, a urine assay is recommended to confirm the diagnosis.
The patient in this case has vaginal discharge, which has been found to have a positive likelihood ratio of 0.4; this decreases the post-test probability of UTI to approximately 30%. A test/treatment algorithm has been developed that takes into account the improvement of some UTIs without treatment, the benefit of treating infected people, and the risk of treating uninfected people. Using this algorithm, at this range (post-test probability of 1.5%-33%), further testing is warranted to avoid the risk for treatment of an uninfected patient and the risk of letting an infected patient go untreated. In a patient with UTI symptoms, equivocal urinalysis, and vaginal discharge, urine assay and testing for Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC)/chlamydia are appropriate steps to pursue before treatment.
A pelvic examination without cervical motion tenderness or adnexal mass or tenderness, even in the presence of cervical discharge, made the alternative diagnosis of PID less likely. The increase in vaginal discharge in this case was probably not due to an infectious source, but rather to the action of the patient's oral contraceptive pills.
The absence of fever and other systemic symptoms, such as nausea and vomiting, led the diagnosis away from pyelonephritis, and the lack of flank pain and predisposing factors made nephrolithiasis less likely, even in the face of hematuria. With a moderate post-test probability, clinical judgment dictates whether to treat the patient or wait for the results of the urine assay.
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By Matthew Bridge
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
Last month, 50 Cent surprised almost everyone at Hot 97’s Summer Jam. Before he took the stage, it looked like World War 3 was ready to break out between him and the former G-Unit members. On the outside looking in, Game thought the situation was funny and he had jokes.
But, it looks like 50 Cent may have faked out the industry with the G-Unit beef, as they were all on stage with him at Summer Jam. Outside of G-Unit, 50 Cent also reunited with Nas on stage. Ending several beefs at once, 50 Cent continued to beef with Slowbucks, Ja Rule, and Game.
Rumor has it, Game and 50 Cent are now cool, but they continue to go back-and-forth. Recently, Game visited his hometown station, Power 106, and he talked to Big Boy at Big Boy’s Neighborhood. He spoke on 50 Cent and the G-Unit reunion and he said he was happy for his former team.
Watch the entire interview below:
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War of words in 1986 over access to film censor’s files
National Archives show minister for justice Alan Dukes clashed with attorney general
John Rodgers: told Mr Dukes he did not see the legal basis on which access to the files, especially for films made 30 years or more previously, could be resisted or refused. Photograph: David Sleator
There was a series of tense letters between the attorney general and the minister for justice in late 1986 over the release of the film censor’s files to an academic, documents from the State papers show.
On September 4th, Kevin Rockett, then academic and chairman of the Irish Film Institute, wrote to attorney general John Rogers to say he had been refused access to the film censor’s files, even for films of the 1920s, by then minister for justice Alan Dukes.
He said the basis for refusal was “the confidential contractual relationship between the film censor and the film distributors”. He asked Rogers to seek “a modification” of the “blanket refusal”.
Rogers wrote to Dukes on September 16th and said he found the refusal “very difficult to understand”. He did not see the legal basis on which access to the files, especially for films made 30 years or more previously, could be resisted or refused.
A month later, Dukes responded that over the years, censors and ministers for justice “had always considered themselves precluded”, on the basis of breach of confidence, from disclosure of information on films.
Duty of confidence
Rockett told The Irish Times that “after a long and frustrating campaign” he eventually convinced the Official Film Censor in 1998 to transfer the more than 100 volumes of film censorship material to the National Archives.
Rockett wrote “Irish Film Censorship: A Cultural Journey from Silent Cinema to Internet Pornography” in 2004, with the help of those files.


By Jon Dougherty
Tired of Democrats using arcane procedural rules in the Senate to obstruct POTUS Donald Trump’s nominees and hamstring his ability to govern the Executive Branch, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is considering using the “nuclear option” to get them approved by a simple majority.
On Tuesday Republicans failed to muster enough Democrat support to bust through the current 60-vote requirement to achieve ‘cloture’ and move nominees to the full Senate for consideration.
Democrats have been using obscene debate time limits — 32 hours — to stall all of the president’s nominees. By invoking the nuclear option Democrats’ debate time would be cut to just two hours.
After that, the GOP would only need 51 votes to approve presidential nominees.
Last week, McConnell set up the procedural cloture vote knowing it would fail so he could consider the nuclear option next.
On the Senate floor Tuesday, McConnell called the Democratâ€™s actions â€œsystematic obstruction,” adding it’s â€œnot targeted, thoughtful opposition to a few marquee nominations or rare circumstances. But a grinding, across-the-board effort to delay and obstruct the people this president puts up. Even if they have unquestionable qualifications. Even if the job is relatively low-profile.â€
Other GOP leaders like Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa said Democrats are going to oppose any nominee the president puts forth.
â€œOver the past two years, some in this body have decided that they will oppose any nominee suggested by President Trump. There isnâ€™t a senator in this room who serves their stateâ€™s interest when qualified, noncontroversial nominees are prevented from being confirmed,â€ Grassley said on the Senate floor Tuesday.
â€œHowever, some members continue to do just that by slow-walking the presidentâ€™s nominees for partisan purposes.â€
â€œIt is not fair to the American people. The American people deserve the government they elected,â€ McConnellÂ saidÂ on the floor last week.
â€œFrom an institutional perspective, as well all acknowledge, this is completely unsustainable.â€
Democrats complained, stating that it’s the Senate’s responsibility to provide “advice and consent.” But of course, that means that nominees would actually have to be moved forward to be considered in the first place.
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