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Santa Rosa, CA: Polebridge Press, 2007. 28 pages.
From the publisher: "Beautifully illustrated in full color, Stones & Bones sketches the story of evolution in seventeen verses. Through words and illustrations readers will find answers to questions such as, when did the Age of Mammals begin and what is it called? When did the first horses appear on earth? The first whales? What is the name and date of Darwin's revolutionary book on evolution? When did the earth begin to form? And many more." NCSE's Eugenie C.
New York: Random House, 2007. 427 pages.
Billed as "the most complete, up-to-date encyclopedia for dinosaur lovers of all ages," Thomas R. Holtz Jr.'s Dinosaurs brings together contributions from thirty-three of the world's leading paleontologists (including the president of NCSE's board of directors, Kevin Padian), spectacular illustrations by Luis V. Rey, and Holtz's own enthusiastic and informative text. The jacket copy proclaims, "This is not your mother's dinosaur book.
Columbus, OH: Active Synapse, 2002. 159 pages.
A delightful graphic novel, in which Charles Darwin himself explains the rudiments of deep time, common ancestry, and natural selection to Mara, a winsome befreckled adolescent who just happens to live in Darwin's left eyebrow — she is, after all, a follicle mite.
Voices for Evolution
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Funk and soul band Brother Strut deliver unparalleled live shows. Exciting and electric, the band is made up of the finest and funkiest musicians around - between them they’ve been on records that have notched up half a billion sales with iconic artists including Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner and Amy Winehouse.
Formed by producer and sax player Stevie Jones, the band is driven by a love of funk, blues and 1960’s/70’s American soul music.
Featuring some of the UK's top talent including Sam Tanner (vocals/keyboards), Stevie Jones (saxophone/keyboards), Nick Cohen (bass), Frankie Tontoh (drums) and Otha Smith (guitar).
This one-off gig in The Spiegeltent is a rare chance to see Brother Strut in 2018!
Read more here: brotherstrut.com
Date & Time 21 July 2018, 9pm
Venue The Spiegeltent, Festival Central, Campbell Park MK9 4AD
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New Delhi: Union Cabinet cleared the proposal wherein the Juveniles within the age group of 16 to 18 years will be tried under the laws as adults, in respect of charges of heinous crimes. The said proposal was cleared by Cabinet by rejecting the recommendations of Parliamentary committee.
The said proposals are in the form of amendment which is being approved by the Union Cabinet, in the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, wherein the juveniles from the age group of 16 to 18 years can be tried within the provisions of Indian Penal Code, 1860 as an adult, in case they are being accused of Heinous Crimes, said by Mr. Ravi Shankar Prasad, The Communication Minister, after the meeting of Cabinet.
Such changes will be included in the Amendment Bill of 2014 being The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Bill 2014, in the current Parliament session.
As per Government, the determination or assessment in respect of such acts of juvenile within the concerned age group, will be done by the Board, which will comprise of experts in Psychology and Social experts. The rights of Juvenile will be ensured to be duly protected when the crime was committed by his as a child. The Assessment will finalized that whether the Juvenile should be tried as an ‘adult’ or as a ‘child’ as such the trial of the case will be moved on the basis such assessment.
The proposals of bring change by amendment to the existing provisions will further reinforce the principles of determining trial of such Juveniles indulging with heinous acts by introducing New provisions, as per the Government.
Moreover, the proposal is also appear to remove the provisions of Clause 7, wherein the trial of an adult person whose age is above 21 years in respect of his committing any ‘serious’ or ‘heinous’ offence while his age was between 16-18 years, and also includes the amendment of provisions to enhance the time period of ‘Preliminary inquiry’ by the Juvenile Justice Board- JJB in relation to the cases of Heinous offences committed by Juveniles from the age group of 16-18 years.
Further, the proposed changes also includes the establishment of a statutory status for the ‘Child Adoption Resources Authority- CARA’ for streamlining the procedure of adoption, for orphaned abandoned and surrendered Children.
Also there are proposals in the upcoming legislation, for the measures of rehabilitation and social integration for institutional and even non-institutional Children. Similarly, there will be added new list of offences relating to corporal punishments in child care institution, illegal adoption, children’s use in militant activities, etc. and also offences against the disable child will be seen provided in the upcoming amended law.
Besides all these, changes in the existing law, the proposals for amending it will also seen providing many more in relation to the Juveniles protections, etc.
by Faim Khalilkhan Pathan.

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I sorta think we need to distinguish between snobbery and personal taste.
For example somebody looks down on Stephen King's books (for whatever reason) and look down on people who read such "trash". (I'm not calling it "trash", just an example...) That's snobbery.
On the other hand, somebody else, like me, may just not care for his style, or his subject material. So I don't like reading him. Other people do. <shrug> That's personal taste.


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A Legal Research Guide
By: Andrew Auchincloss Lundgren
In 1953, James Dewey Watson discovered the structure of DNA and launched an amazing era of scientific discovery that continues to this day. Aside from its implications for science, his findings also led to developments in the field of patent law, as debate arose regarding the patentability of these DNA sequencing discoveries. Several questions on this topic are still being debated: Can naturally occurring substances, such as DNA sequences, really be patented even though they are not actually invented? What effects do patent rights to individual genes have on advances in biochemical and medical research? Utilizing both print and electronic resources, this work addresses these issues and takes the reader through the development of a functional research strategy.
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KUWAIT, July 4: The weekly cabinet on Monday hailed His Highness the Amir’s recent speech to the nation, in which he underlined the importance of adhering to the teachings of our religion, the constitution, and respect the rule of law. The remarks were made during a cabinet meeting, held this afternoon at Seif Palace, and headed by His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
After the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Oil and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Dr. Mohammad Abdullatif Al-Faris stated the following: The Council of Ministers began its meeting by reviewing the contents of the speech of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, which he addressed to the citizens on Wednesday, June 22, in which His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah was commissioned to deliver on his behalf, describing all what is happening on the political scene.
His Highness the Crown Prince stressed, in his speech, to adhere to the teachings of our religion, the constitution, respect the rule of law, and not engage in behavior and actions that contradict parliamentary customs and traditions to ensure the stability, progress and well-being of the nation.
The speech also noted on the preservation of national unity, rally around the political leadership, assume national responsibility in the next stage, choose competencies, activate accountability and take caution. The speech also cautioned to learn the lessons from the past, including from crises and challenges that the State of Kuwait is surrounded by from all sides, re-correcting the political scene, choosing who represents the people and reflecting their aspirations.
The speech also included several directives to the Kuwaiti people and to the legislative and executive authorities. Later, the cabinet decided to direct the ministers to implement the directives contained in the speech.
The cabinet expressed its admiration and appreciation for directives included in the speech of His Highness the Amir and His Highness the Crown Prince, stressing its commitment to these directives and that they will be a guiding light for the legislative and executive authorities in their work, calling on the Almighty to preserve the State of Kuwait’s stability And its prosperity under the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir and His Highness the Crown Prince.
On the holy occasion of Eid Al-Adha, the Council of Ministers extends its warmest congratulations and blessings to His Highness the Amir and His Highness the Crown Prince, the Kuwaiti people, and the Arab and Islamic worlds. Then the Cabinet listened to an explanation given by the Minister of Health, Dr. Khaled Al-Saeed, on the latest developments in the health situation in the country, where he stated that despite the monitoring of an increase in the number of positive cases of Covid-19, the health situation is stable and there is no cause for concern.
The cabinet called on citizens and residents to continue to adhere to preventive and precautionary measures in order to preserve their safety, asking the Allah Almighty to protect Kuwait and its people from all harm. (KUNA)

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Why do people love jewelry?
Small jewelry philosophy. 💞
People have loved jewelry since they walked this planet. The earliest jewelry finds date back to the Stone Age. As soon as people learned to work with metals, they began to produce complex chains and rings and sometimes to decorate them with beautiful stones.
The fascination for jewelry seems to be a part of our being that awakened together with our consciousness. Jewelry can touch something in us.
Because jewelry is emotional. Jewelry is able to express beauty. And it has a very spiritual component.
By giving jewelry away, we can symbolically pass our loving emotions on to someone else. Be it the man of a woman (s) one HeartHeart The heart carries love and it says who we are. Read more ... gives. Be it a friendship gift or an expression of motherly love.
When the recipient wears the piece of jewelry, they confirm their affection for the other and at the same time carry it out into the world.
With jewelry, we can also convey emotions outwards in a very subtle way, in that the piece of jewelry that we put on shows what is important to us or who we are.
The piece of jewelry that we wear can also have a very special meaning for ourselves and remind us of something beautiful every time we feel or look at it.
Today we may have lost a bit of awareness of how essential beauty is in life for our wellbeing.
“Life without love is like a tree without flowers and fruits.
Love without beauty is like flowers without fragrance. ”
(Khalil Gibran, 1883-1931)
A world without something beautiful would be completely unlivable and it is actually an ability of special people to find something beautiful even in the most difficult situations. Because it is there. All over. You will also find a flower in the garbage dump and every great misfortune already carries the spark for a wonderful new beginning.
Recognizing this beauty inherent in being is an expression of love and wisdom - which we all carry deep within us. That is why we like to create beautiful things, that is why we like to beautify the world and that is why, even in the greatest sadness, we immediately feel better when we see something beautiful that touches our heart.
Jewelry is something that we consider rationally - not “need”. It does not ensure our survival. And yet in their earliest times people began to make jewelry from the same materials that they needed for hunting, eating or waging war.
Because we don't just have one body with its needs. But we also have a soul that is in no way inferior to it.
A head cannot exist – without its heart.
Jewelry brings with it the ability to connect these two parts of ours a little. And that regardless of whether you are the one who creates it, who gives it away - or who wears it.
One could not exist without the other.

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Scientists parse out the processes underlying tectonic signals detected by GPS networks.
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For the first time, scientists use GPS to measure the displacement rate of the subducting Pacific Plate near the source of disastrous shaking in 2011.
The app sends local magnetic field strength along with your phone’s position and orientation to scientists, who use the data to fine-tune magnetic field models.


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BROADCASTING giants Granada and Carlton are to press their case for a single ITV after agreeing to a £2.6 billion merger.
The two said a tie-up would lead to increased investment in programming, higher audiences and a greater reach for advertisers.
The deal announced today is also likely to lead to fears over job losses, with savings of £35 million a year expected to come from a merger.
Granada is the owner of local TV station Meridian.
In a joint statement the two firms indicated there were overlaps in back-office functions, content, central services and broadcasting.
Granada boss Charles Allen is expected to lead a combined operation as chief executive while Carlton chairman Michael Green is set to chair the group.
Mr Green said: "One ITV has been a vision long in the making.
"One company, with one management and one focus, can now set its sights on firmly beating the opposition and giving viewers and advertisers what they want.
"I want this merger to mean great television programmes and the strongest possible schedule.
We must make sure that it does just that."
Confirmation of a deal comes after a tie-up was agreed in principle on Friday. Merger talks previously broke down in February.
Granada shareholders will take a 68 per cent stake in the new business and receive £200 million in cash. Carlton shareholders will hold a 32 per cent share.
Mr Allen said: "This deal means that viewers will see more high quality, original drama, more film premieres and more entertainment events on ITV than ever before."
He added: "We will work with our advertisers to use the full power of ITV to drive their brands and businesses.

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The PodTrak P4 has inputs for four XLR microphones, each with 70 dB of gain and switchable phantom power for condenser mics.
Plug your phone right into a dedicated TRRS input, or make use of the BTA-2 Bluetooth adapter (available separately for $50) to stream audio wirelessly from your smartphone.
Best Buy currently has these in stock.
If you’re talking to someone over VoIP, you can plug your Skype- or Zoom-enabled computer into a dedicated USB-C port. What’s more, you can combine two remote options at any one time: if you have one remote guest connecting over Bluetooth and another over your computer.
It has four pads for storing and triggering jingles, cues, and bumper music.
For multitrack recording, the PodTrak P4 offers an SD slot able to handle 512 GB of audio. You can record each XLR input, the remote input, and the soundboard all to their own individual files. The PodTrak P4 will even create a master stereo recording of your mix.
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The hotel lies in the center of an entertainment area, in the vicinity of Fort Canning Park, Boat Quay and Chinatown. Hotel 81 Bugis has been welcoming guests to its non-smoking rooms since 2006.
Its location next to a bus stop allows to see a theater, a museum and a temple in Singapore. This budget venue is 2 km away from the center of Singapore.
The hotel allows quick access to an orchard and parks.
Set within a 5-minute walk from Bugis MRT underground station. There is Changi airport at a 20 km distance.
This property comprises 89 rooms featuring superior plus triple room, deluxe single room and superior single room with IDD phone, heating, cable television, a laptop-size safe and coffee/tea makers. They offer en suite bathrooms with free toiletries, a shower and a hairdryer.
Eat & Drink
Guests can share a meal in Kooka Cafe and YY Kafei Dian, located about 100 meters away.
Business facilities feature a copier and a business center.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Paid public parking is possible at a location nearby.

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Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone
The Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone provides a very solid and good presentation of the kick drum with plenty of low-end power and just the right amount of low end 'woof' to put a smile on your face.
The Shure BETA 52A is a Supercardioid, Swivel-mount, Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone featuring a high-output Neodymium Element with a tailored frequency response designed specifically for kick drums and other bass instruments. It provides superb attack and "punch", and delivers studio quality sound even at extremely high sound pressure levels.
The Beta 52A features a modified supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range to insure high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted sound. A built in dynamic locking stand adapter with an integral XLR connector simplifies installation, particularly if the microphone is to be placed inside a kick drum. The stand adapter keeps the microphone position fixed and resists slipping, even when subjected to sharp blows and strong vibrations. A hardened steel mesh grille protects the Beta 52A from the abuse and wear associated with touring.
Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone Features
- Frequency response shaped specifically for kick drums and bass instruments
- Builtin dynamic locking stand adapter with integral XLR connector simplifies setup, especially inside a kick drum
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- Supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of unwanted noise
- Hardened steel mesh grille that resists wear and abuse
- Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
- Neodymium magnet for high signaltonoise ratio output
- Low sensitivity to varying load impedance
- Legendary Shure quality and reliability
Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone Specifications
- Cartridge Type: Dynamic (moving coil)
- Frequency Response: 20 to 10,000 Hz
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Output Impedance: 150 Ohms
- Sensitivity (at 1kHz, open circuit voltage): - 64 dBV/Pa (0.6 mV) | 1 Pascal = 94 dB SPL
- Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1kΩ load): 174 dB
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
- Weight (Net): 0.605 kg (1.35 lbs)
- Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male
- Case: 134 dB (159 dB, -25 Pad)
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"I have been using the Shure Beta 52 for ten years now. It consistently has proven itself to me, to be the best choice for kick drums. It has plenty of everything without being hard or harsh. The Beta 52 simply provides a natural open sound that never fails to please. From softer genres, to in your face metal, this mic continues to be my go-to mic. On top of being a great kick mic (and being used widely for kick both in the studio, and on the stage), it is one bad floor tom mic. It makes my 16-inch and 18-inch floor toms sound like cannons. But then again, would you really expect anything from Shure to be great?"
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If you are using this mic live, make sure you have some 18 inch subs to support it. If you are in the studio, you will hear lots of low little rumbles and punch. This mic will reproduce the deepest rumbles of a kick drum and give you a thunderous sound. I will admit that the way it is tailored makes it super easy to get a good kick sound. I am pretty sure if you miked a cardboard box it would sound okay with this mic because of how much it is tailored. None the less, it will give you a good reliable kick sound. It is not a super warm or a mic with lots of attack, but it has A LOT down in the power range that will give you a good defined thump that blends well in a mix. If you want more attack, add an SM57 or some other mic inside the kick near the batter head and mix them together. This combo will give you an amazing in your face sound.
This mic gives a big output. I have read others say that it beats out a lot of more expensive mics in giving a big signal, and its the punchiest I have used. The built-in EQ gives a wonderful sound to my 22 inch kick drum. Really solid mic. I am not looking back.


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SACRAMENTO — When it comes to refugee resettlement, Sacramento is one of the most welcoming cities in the United States.
According to the state department, over the past 30 years, some 60,000 refugees have resettled in the area, with as many as 10,000 coming in the past four years.
Saturday, around 150 of them competed in the Sacramento World Refugee Day Cup: a soccer tournament celebrating World Refugee Day.
“I think the foundation of this country is based on immigration,” said Shafi Rahimi, a refugee from Afghanistan.
Rahimi came to Sacramento five years ago after a decade working in the U.S. embassy in Kabul. A job which eventually became too dangerous.
“There were target killings because of the religious beliefs that they had. Actually, I should say false religious beliefs that they had,” Rahimi said.
Now, he’s team captain of Afghan United, an adult soccer team out of Elk Grove.
His is one of 14 soccer teams playing at Papa Murphy’s Park at Cal Expo in the tournament.
“We have teams from Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Mexico, Ukraine, and Russia,” said Leeann Danielson with World Relief Sacramento
Put on by World Relief Sacramento, refugees FOX40 spoke with say these types of events really help those families who just moved here.
“When I first got here in Sacramento in 2014,” explained Shafi Ullah Hotak with the Lao Family Community Development. “I didn’t know where to go and find like a halal store or places where I could go for shopping. This is what the community does if you can make friendships and you know each other.”
Some say they saw friends here today they haven’t seen in years.
But the connections and friendships made on the pitch go beyond a refugee’s country of origin.
“We have Russians, we have Ukrainians, we have people from Uzbekistan, we have Moldavian,” said Bogdan Tsyura from Ukraine.
Rahimi says it’s easier to relate to other refugees no matter what country they’re from.
“I have a couple of Mexican friends and we do hang out,” Rahimi said.
The event isn’t just about soccer, there’s also an effort to help these refugee families be successful here in Sacramento. That’s why they’re also offering a job fair event as well, where not only can they find work but also more information on how they can get education for themselves and their children.
But most agree that soccer is the great unifier.
“Back in Ukraine we love soccer,” exclaimed Tsyura.
“Why soccer? Because it’s the world’s game,” said Danielson. To which Hotak added, “the rules are all the same.”

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Disaster Aid to Missouri Residents Tops $21M
JEFFERSON CITY (AP) - Missouri residents have been approved for more than $21 million of federal disaster aid following tornadoes and flooding. And that number is likely to keep rising. The Federal Emergency Management Agency said Monday that more than $12 million has gone to individuals hit by the Joplin tornado.
The rest has gone to people affected by flooding in southeast Missouri, a tornado that struck St. Louis and other severe weather
since May 9. FEMA spokesman Josh deBerge says Missouri residents have been approved for more than $13 million in temporary housing aid. The rest has gone to other needs, such as funeral expenses, clothing, household items, transportation and legal aid.


Whether you’re an urbanite at heart or a lover of wide-open spaces, Atlanta’s suburbs offer a unique blend of both, all under the warm Georgia sunshine. If you’re looking for a senior or older adult looking to spread your wings, the Atlanta suburbs are the perfect place for you to take flight and make your new nest.
The area is full of rich history, beautiful architecture, serene views of nature, and fun for everyone of any age! To help you find your new haven, let’s take a look at some of the most charming and fastest-growing suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia.
Woodstock: Modern Fun, Historic Charm
The 2024 real estate forecast for Atlanta, Georgia, boasts an uptick in more affordable residential housing units, favoring homebuyers, and Woodstock is part of that statistic. Tucked away in the northern part of Atlanta, Woodstock is a perfect blend of Southern charm and modern convenience that’s increasingly making it the suburb of choice for many.
Don’t let the historic downtown fool you; Woodstock is growing rapidly, and it’s not hard to see why. This snug suburb offers a variety of eateries and shops that line the picturesque downtown area, making it a hub of activity for residents and visitors alike.
Cumming: Gorgeous Views
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But Cumming isn’t just about the landscapes. It’s a booming suburb experiencing significant growth with a diverse range of activities, restaurants, and shopping options catering to various tastes. For those seeking tranquility without sacrificing amenities, Cumming offers a peaceful retreat where you can enjoy the best of suburban living.
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And let’s not forget the Mall of Georgia, the largest shopping center in the state, right on your doorstep and offering endless shopping and dining options. However, there’s more to Buford than just its urban charm. It’s a place where community matters, neighborly love is palpable, and there is always something happening.
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Game Review: SingStar ABBA (PS3)
I like Abba. Abba likes me. Well, at least they probably would if they ever met me. Except they probably never will. They’re dead, aren’t they?
Well, anyway, I like Abba. Which is why when SingStar: Abba became available, I was assigned the review. Not that I really minded. SingStar is a fairly fun game, after all, and being able to sing my lungs out with awesome music that makes everyone else in my house writhe in agony sounded pretty darn awesome.
For those of you who don’t know, SingStar is a game in which you take a plastic microphone, belt out whatever song you’ve chosen, and hope that the colored line coincides with the bars that you’re supposed to be aiming for. Essentially, it’s the singing part of rock band, in a game all by itself.
The game has several modes: a solo mode, two types of two-player gameplay (one competitive, one cooperative), and a “Pass the mic” mode where a large amount of people can participate in mini-game like challenges. There is also an online mode, where you can show off your high scores and publish goofy videos of yourself.
SingStar Abba hasn’t changed much. Actually, it hasn’t changed at all from the original game. The only thing that seems different from any other SingStar pack is that it contains nothing but Abba songs. The game comes with a special Abba wallpaper for the menus, but if you get tired of that, you can change it to something else.
The basic game mechanics are the same, as are the difficulty levels. There are still medleys, a practice mode, and the exact same online component as the original SingStar. In fact, I don’t know why the creators decided to make a whole new game instead of just releasing a song pack or two. Most likely after Mama Mia came out, someone decided that they could make a quick buck.
As far as the songs go, there is a wide selection of traditional ABBA songs. It covers a wide span of the band’s career. It ranges from old favorites like “Dancing Queen” to songs that I’ve never actually heard of like, “Summer Night City” (If this is one that people believe I should know, I apologize. It really wasn’t my generation, after all).
One of the benefits of the SingStar title is the fact that music videos play underneath. SingStar ABBA is no exception. Weird videos in all their disco glory can be seen while your singing. This is a neat bonus, but once again something that the original did.
I do not want to give the wrong impression. I really did like the game. It is fun, addictive, and a fairly great party game. However, there is just nothing new besides the songs in this particular volume.
Also, Abba is a band that people tend to either love or hate. So, this game has a fairly specific audience. If you hate Abba, you may just want to skip this one. If you already have a copy of SingsStar, rent it.
However, if you are a fan of Abba this game is a treasure trove of great songs, as well as film and photo clips complete with disco lights and bad hair. So, if you are new to the game, are a fan of Abba, or do not see a problem with waking up your neighbors with your butchered version of “Mama Mia”, buying this game would be a very good idea.
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Losing Erewash as the name of our Constituency and Association.
You might have see the article from our MP Maggie Throup regarding the independent Boundary Commission for England recommendation to change our name.
The Commission has made no recommendations to change our boundaries however they have the power to propose a change of name, something they have done for Erewash.
The Commission which makes recommendations independently, without the involvement of MPs or political parties, announced that it has decided the name “Erewash” should be changed to “Ilkeston and Long Eaton.”
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Wilmington bankruptcy is the launchpad to a fresh financial start without debt weighing you down and causing stress. Remember that bankruptcy isn’t an end but a beginning. What you do after you get your bankruptcy discharge determines your long-term outcome. One thing to consider immediately is your credit score. Look at how bankruptcy affects your credit score and how secured credit cards help you rebuild.


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Hospitalized UFC heavyweight Shane Del Rosario showed signs of brain activity and was taken off life support this weekend, according to his teammate and friend Erik Apple.
World champion boxer Holly Holm continued her transition into mixed martial arts at Legacy FC 24 on Friday night in Dallas. And she's proving that she's much more than a boxer.
Schaub hugged it out with Mitrione after handling him in a crafty first-round win.
The England-based Cage Warriors Fighting Championship will return to The Helix in Dublin four more times through the end of next year, including Cage Warriors 63 for this New Year's Eve.
Nova Uniao veteran Rodolfo Marques has seen his team turn from a bustling gym to a conveyor belt for UFC and Bellator talent. But he also sees the price paid with success.
Bellator has added a host of undercard matchups to a pair of September events.
From his fighting to his broadcasting, Chael Sonnen knows how to command the sport's attention.
After covering this past weekend's WSOF 4 event, MMAjunkie.com Radio is on vacation today. However, star-studded shows return beginning Tuesday.
Things certainly didn't didn't work out the way Anderson Silva hoped at UFC 162, but the resulting scenes paint "The Spider" in perhaps a more human light than ever before.
The UFC heavyweight contender was out of his element at a jiu-jitsu event and it showed in a loss to Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu.
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones gave the public its first look at his new Nike-branded footwear and gear on his verified Twitter page Thursday morning.
Zingano took a pro Muay Thai fight in a foreign country on a whim. What's so scary about the Octagon after that?
Bellator’s eighth season is heading into the home stretch, and appears to have found its audience for its first run on Spike TV.
Hendricks showed he is much more than a power-puncher in a thrilling win over Carlos Condit.
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Gangsters Ronnie and Reggie Kray, who were jailed for life for the murder of Jack McVitie in 1969, were well-known in east London in the 1950s and 1960s.
They developed a cult-like status among the public and celebrities alike, with some of the lots reflecting their popularity.
Photographs signed by actress Patsy Kensit, This Morning presenter Fern Britton and musicians Barbara Streisand and Mark Knopfler sold for a total of £1,310.
The biggest bid was for two pairs of cufflinks belonging to Ronnie, which fetched almost £15,000, while one buyer paid £7,400 for a letter to the brother from Francis Bacon.
One of Ronnie's oil paintings, Crucifixion, which was given to a guard at Parkhurst prison, sold for £4,800, while another made £3,200.
His artworks have become increasingly valued and popular with collectors - last year eight of his oil paintings fetched £16,000 at an auction in Suffolk.
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He added that more than £50,000 was spent by one buyer.
The auction house sold 160 lots including clothes, poems by the brothers and paintings by Ronnie.
A solicitor's letter to Reggie Kray explaining his refusal for parole in May 1995 was included in the sale, making £600.
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Mechanistic Studies of Copper-Catalyzed Alkene Aziridination
journal contributionposted on 29.07.2000, 00:00 by Peter Brandt, Mikael J. Södergren, Pher G. Andersson, Per-Ola Norrby
The mechanism of the copper-catalyzed aziridination of alkenes using [N-(p-toluenesulfonyl)imino]phenyliodinane (PhINTs) as the nitrene source has been elucidated by a combination of hybrid density functional theory calculations (B3LYP) and kinetic experiments. The calculations could assign a Cu(I)/Cu(III)-cycle to the reaction and demonstrate why a higher oxidation state of copper cannot catalyze the reaction. A mechanism whereby Cu(II)−catalyst precursors can enter the Cu(I)/Cu(III)-cycle is suggested. Three low-energy pathways were found for the formation of aziridines, where the two new N−C bonds are formed either in a nonradical concerted or consecutive fashion, by involvement of singlet or triplet biradicals. A close correspondence was found between the title reaction and the Jacobsen epoxidation reaction in terms of spin-crossings and the mechanism for formation of cis/trans isomerized products. The kinetic part of the study showed that the reaction is zero order in alkene and that the rate-determining step is the formation of a metallanitrene species.


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I'd trade places with him in a second.... Great caption! Please keep making more of these. The Hypnosis ones are by far my favorites. x3 As a new captionist, you are by far the biggest inspiration for me, so thanks for making these and making it seem like that dream I have isn't impossible. =)
Keep at it! It takes a while to get into a rhythm (in regards to creating captions), but once you hit your stride, it's quite rewarding. New additions to the genre are always nice.I like a good hypnosis caption myself, but it's difficult to convey a sense of conflict unless they protagonist briefly emerges from the hypnotic state. However, doing that requires a particular kind of photograph (see above) where he displays at least some emotion (other than happiness). And in porn, there aren't that many photographs that qualify. Still, I'm always on the lookout for good pictures. Glad you liked this one.
Thanks for the advice! =D I hope to get a good rythm down soon. Atm I'm more or less just exploring what types I am good at and not good at.Yeah, I can see how that would be hard. Hopefully you'll come across more pictures like that though, although I can see why if you don't post any more hypnosis.Anyway, again, great caption! Looking forward to more! =D
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Nutrients 2018, 10(7), 927; doi:10.3390/nu10070927
Dietary Determinants of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid (PUFA) Status in a High Fish-Eating Cohort during Pregnancy
Nutrition Innovation Centre for Food and Health, Ulster University, Coleraine, County Londonderry BT52 1SA, UK
School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Rochester, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14642, USA
The Ministry of Health, Mahé, Republic of Seychelles
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Received: 13 June 2018 / Accepted: 18 July 2018 / Published: 20 July 2018
Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) are essential for neurodevelopment and the developing foetus depends on an optimal maternal status. Fish is a rich source of PUFA. The current study investigated dietary patterns, and associations with PUFA status in a high-fish consuming cohort of pregnant women in the Seychelles. At 28 weeks’ gestation, pregnant women provided a blood sample, from which serum total PUFA concentrations were measured, A Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) and Fish Use Questionnaire (FUQ) were also completed. Principal component analysis (PCA) of dietary information identified four patterns. Regression analyses found dietary pattern 2, containing foods traditionally eaten in the Seychelles e.g., fish, fruit and vegetables was positively associated with serum docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (β = 0.134; CI = 0.001, 0.022), and serum total n-3 PUFA (β = 0.139; CI = 0.001, 0.023) concentrations. Dietary pattern 1, high in processed foods, snacks, white meat and eggs, was not significantly associated with any of the serum PUFA concentrations. The FUQ indicated that fatty fish was associated with EPA status (β = 0.180; CI = 0.001, 0.005) in high consumers. The second dietary pattern, consisting of higher consumption of fish and fruit, was positively associated with n-3 PUFA status during pregnancy.
Keywords:pregnancy; dietary patterns; polyunsaturated fatty acids; PUFA; fish
Optimal nutrition is important for pregnant women as the developing foetus relies on maternal intake of nutrients critical for foetal growth and development [1,2]. The n-3 long chain PUFA (LCPUFA) docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and the n-6 LCPUFA, arachidonic acid (AA), are required for growth and development of the brain [3,4,5]. These LCPUFA are preferentially transferred from the mother to the developing foetus . DHA is found in high concentrations in the brain; however, the human body manufactures less than 10% of the requirement . AA is not so prominent in the brain but is important for growth . The n-3 and n-6 precursors both compete for the enzymes that metabolise them to AA or DHA . Evolutionarily, the ratio of n-6 to n-3 PUFA was 1:1; however, the modern diet has a ratio of approximately 15:1 . Consequently, the majority of DHA must be obtained preformed and fish is the primary source, as most other foods regarded as containing n-3 PUFA, (e.g., walnuts and flaxseed), contain the n-3 precursor α-linolenic acid (ALA).
LCPUFA requirements are highest during the third trimester, a point in pregnancy when there are increased needs of the foetus . Higher maternal n-3 PUFA status during pregnancy has been associated with lower systolic blood pressure in offspring , increased child height , and better language development [12,13]. However, n-3 PUFA supplementation studies in pregnant women have not consistently supported improved child neurodevelopmental outcomes . Given the possible influence of maternal PUFA status on child outcomes, it is important that the maternal diet has an optimal balance of PUFA intake during pregnancy to maximise benefits in children.
Although there is no definitive recommended amount of total LCPUFA or their individual components to obtain daily during pregnancy, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) determined that 250 mg DHA plus EPA, as well as an additional 100 to 200 mg preformed DHA should be consumed . Fish is a rich source of n-3 LCPUFA and its consumption is regarded as a major determinant of n-3 PUFA status in the body [16,17,18]. The association between fish consumption and PUFA status has been investigated previously in both pregnant and non-pregnant cohorts. Several studies have indicated increased fish consumption was associated with higher n-3 PUFA [16,19,20,21,22,23], however, others have found no association [24,25]. The lack of association between fish consumption and PUFA status during pregnancy might be owing to the increased biological transfer of PUFA from mother to foetus during the third trimester.
It is likely that not only fish intake but also other dietary components influence biomarker status. Dietary patterns reflect combinations of foods eaten together. Previous research has demonstrated that dietary patterns are associated with biomarkers for vitamin B12, folate , and PUFA . The use of dietary pattern analysis allows dietary habits to be identified, giving an insight into the entire diet, rather than only single foods [2,28,29,30]. Recent studies suggest that foods not considered to be a source of PUFA, such as vegetables, fruits and fruit juice, dairy products and tea, were associated with PUFA status, highlighting that the food matrix effect may influence PUFA status [27,31]. Although this could be a chance finding, this research suggests that PUFA status may be influenced by interactions between constituents of these food items. The aim of the current study is to investigate associations between dietary patterns and maternal PUFA status in a high fish eating cohort of pregnant women.
2. Materials and Methods
2.1. Study Characteristics
The Seychelles Child Development Study (SCDS) is an ongoing longitudinal observational study in the Republic of Seychelles, an archipelago of islands in the Indian Ocean. The overall aim of the SCDS is to investigate the influence of prenatal methyl mercury (MeHg) exposure from maternal fish consumption during pregnancy on child development outcomes in a high fish eating cohort [13,32]. Recruitment for Nutrition Cohort 2 (NC2) took place between January 2008 and 2011 on Mahé, the main island of Seychelles. A total of 1535 pregnant women were recruited during their first antenatal visit (from 14 weeks’ gestation) at 8 health centres across the island.
2.2. Dietary Assessment
At approximately 28 weeks’ gestation a food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) was completed to assess dietary intakes, with participants asked to specify the average frequency of consumption for each food item over the previous 6 months (Supplementary file 1). The FFQ was specifically designed for the Seychellois population and was available in English as well as the native Kreol. It included 137 questions on a wide range of food items including local foods and foods commonly eaten in western areas. A subset of participants (n = 401) recruited to NC2 completed this FFQ. Frequencies listed on the FFQ ranged from selecting 4–5 times per day, to never consuming the food item. Where appropriate, standard portion sizes were used to describe serving sizes included on the questionnaire, for example, 1 slice of pizza, 1 cup, 1 mug. Completed FFQs were entered on QBuilder software (Tinuviel, version 4.0, Anglesey, UK), which had an updated food and nutrient database which included Seychellois specific foods, allowing for the food and nutrient intake to be analysed. The output from QBuilder converted the frequency scores for each food item to a weekly intake. From this output, g/day was manually calculated by multiplying the frequency score by an average portion size and dividing by 7. Participants also completed a retrospective fish use questionnaire (FUQ) (Supplementary file 2) at 28 weeks’ gestation where they indicated the number of times per week during pregnancy they consumed specific types of fish. The FFQ allows for the estimation of frequency and portion size of food items consumed, including fish. The FUQ supplements this by estimating the number of times per week a variety of fish are eaten.
The mothers’ weight and height measurements were recorded by trained nurses when their children were approximately 20 months old. From these anthropometric measurements, body mass index (BMI) (kg/m2) was calculated. In a previous cohort (Nutrition Cohort 1) maternal BMI at 20 months was highly correlated (r = 0.9) with preconception BMI. To ensure accuracy of measurements all equipment was calibrated by the Seychelles Bureau of Standards prior to the study starting and throughout the duration of the study.
2.4. Under/Over Reporting of Energy Intake
Energy intake (MJ/d) for each participant was calculated using FFQ data. The accuracy of the estimated energy intake for each participant was assessed to determine the number of under reporters, over reporters, and plausible reporters. Basal metabolic rate (BMR) (MJ/day) was calculated using the Henry equations . A total of 19 participants had missing weight and height values. The mean weights and heights of the study population were used for those participants in order for their BMR to be determined, and their energy intake subsequently assessed for plausible reporting or misreporting. There were no significant differences in participant characteristics between the full cohort (with mean imputation for missing values, n = 401 and the subcohort for which no data were missing (n = 382) when comparing food group intakes, nutrient intakes and PUFA status (data not shown). The validity of participants reported energy intake, as calculated from the FFQ, was assessed using Goldberg et al.  cut offs as outlined by Black . A Physical Activity Level (PAL) of 1.4 was used as recommended by Prentice et al.  for pregnant women. Using the calculated cut-offs, participants were labelled as under, over or plausible reporters.
2.5. Dietary Pattern Analysis: Principal Component Analysis
A total of 18 food groups and their daily consumption (g/day) were manually created. Foods were grouped according to the types of food or by similarities in nutrient content (see Table 1 for food items included in each food group) . Principal component analysis (PCA) with varimax rotation was performed on the 18 food groups. This procedure allowed for the identification of the principal directions in which the data varied, and thus similarities and differences between food groups. The criterion for retaining factors included those with an eigenvalue greater than 1, and on the basis of where the scree plot showed a break or “elbow” (Supplementary Figure S1). Varimax rotation was used to rotate factors, redistributing the explained variance for the individual components and thus enabling interpretation. Dietary pattern scores were then calculated by multiplying the factor loadings generated by PCA by each participant’s food group total and then adding these. These scores were subsequently used as a continuous variable to determine associations with dietary patterns. Food groups with factor loadings greater than 0.3 were considered to significantly contribute to a dietary pattern.
2.6. Blood Sampling and PUFA Analysis
At 28 weeks’ gestation, non-fasting maternal blood samples (30 mL) were collected and analysed as previously described . Briefly, blood samples were processed by centrifuging at 2500 rpm for 15 min. Aliquots of serum were stored at −80 °C until analysis. Samples were shipped at −80 °C to Ulster University where serum total PUFA analysis was completed using an adapted method by Folch et al. . PUFA were subsequently detected and quantified by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (7890A-5975C; Agilent, UK), using Heptadecanoic acid (C17:0) as an internal standard, as described previously . Individual PUFA’s were measured including linoleic acid (LA) (18:2n-6), α-linolenic acid (ALA) (18:3n-3), AA (20:4n-6), EPA (20:5n-3) and DHA (22:6n-3) and results were presented as mg/mL. Total n-6, total n-3, and the n-6:n-3 ratio were also calculated.
2.7. Statistical Analysis
Statistical analysis was completed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, version 24, IBM, Chicago, IL, USA). Data for all variables were tested for normality. Normality tests indicated food group, nutrient intake, and PUFA data were not normally distributed. Descriptive analysis was performed and all data expressed as median and interquartile range. Non-parametric statistical tests were completed for comparison of differences between all participants (n = 401) and plausible reporters only (n = 268). Multiple linear regression analysis was used to examine relationships between dietary patterns and PUFA status while controlling for factors also known to influence PUFA status (maternal age and BMI). Following calculation of energy misreporting, PCA analysis was completed on plausible reporters only (n = 268).
Fish intake was further assessed using grams per day (g/day) data from the FFQ (n = 268), and also frequency of consumption data from the FUQ (n = 260). Participants with FFQ data were ID matched with those with FUQ data. Fish intake was split into tertiles of fish consumption to assess whether low, medium, or high fish intake is associated with PUFA status. Dummy variables were created where tertile 1 (low intake) acted as the reference to which tertile 2 (medium intake) and tertile 3 (high intake) were compared. Regression analysis of fish intake tertile and associations with PUFA status was completed. BMI is known to correlate with PUFA status, with increased BMI being associated with increased n-6 PUFA, and decreased n-3 PUFA concentrations . Therefore, BMI was considered a potential confounder and was controlled for in our regression analyses. Socioeconomic status was collected using Hollingshead 4-Factor Social Status Index, modified for use in the Seychelles, and was also included as a covariate. Statistically significant results were considered as those with p-value < 0.05.
3.1. Subject Characteristics
A total of 401 participants had complete FFQ and PUFA status data. Characteristics of the participants are presented in Table 2. It was determined that 8 (2.0%) participants were classified as under reporters, 125 (31.2%) as over reporters, and 268 (66.8%) were considered to be plausible reporters. Differences in general characteristics of all participants (n = 401) and plausible reporters (n = 268) are shown in Table 2. When comparing mean reported intakes of fish for all participants with plausible energy reporters only, intake of “Fatty fish” and “Other fish and fish products” was significantly lower for plausible energy reporters. Nutrient intakes for all participants, and plausible reporters only, as determined from FFQ data, are included in Supplementary Table S1.
3.2. Identification of Dietary Patterns
PCA was completed on plausible reporters only (n = 268) because misreporting has previously been suggested to influence study outcomes . Factor loadings for dietary patterns are shown in Table 3. Using the 18 food groups, PCA extracted a total of 4 components with an eigenvalue greater than 1. The scree plot (Supplementary Figure S1) also allowed for the identification of the break point of dietary patterns to be retained. A total of four dietary patterns were identified, explaining in total 36.68% of the variance in the cohort’s diet. The first dietary pattern identified was high in foods considered to be common in a western diet including snacks such as chocolate and crisps, white fish, chicken and eggs and explained 13.45% of the variance. The second dietary pattern accounted for 8.46% of the variance and contained foods traditionally eaten in the Seychelles including fatty fish, other fish and fish dishes, beverages and fruit. The third dietary pattern was characterized by high amounts of crustaceans, molluscs and white fish. This third pattern accounted for 7.61% of the total variance. The fourth dietary pattern explained 7.16% of the total variance and contained red meat, meat products and dishes, and eggs.
3.3. Multiple Linear Regression
Table 4 shows results for multiple regression analysis. Dietary pattern 1, was not significantly associated with PUFA status. The second dietary pattern was significantly positively associated with serum DHA (β = 0.134; CI = 0.001, 0.022), and serum total n-3 PUFA (β = 0.139; CI = 0.001, 0.023). The third dietary pattern was not significantly associated with PUFA status. Dietary pattern 4 showed a significant positive association with serum ALA (β = 0.290; CI = 0.001, 0.002), and a significant negative association with serum DHA (β = −0.157; CI = −0.023, −0.003), and total n-3 PUFA (β = −0.138; CI = −0.022, −0.002).
3.4. Examining Tertiles of Fish Intake
Fish intake for fatty, white and total groups based on the FFQ (n = 268) and FUQ (n = 260) data were categorised by tertiles and regressed against PUFA status using multiple linear regression analyses. For both the FFQ and FUQ data, fish intake was separated into the appropriate fish group. Using the FFQ g/day intake there were no significant associations between tertiles of fish intake and PUFA status (Table 5). Using frequency of fish intake data from the FUQ, fatty fish intake in the high consumers tertile (Tertile 3) was positively associated with EPA status (β = 0.180; CI = 0.001, 0.005) only.
Dietary pattern analysis in this cohort of pregnant Seychellois women identified four main patterns. Dietary pattern 2, described pregnant women with a high intake of fatty fish (e.g., mackerel, tuna, and red snapper), fish dishes (e.g., bouillon blan—a fish soup traditional in the Seychelles), and fruits and beverages. This dietary pattern was significantly associated with serum DHA and total n-3 PUFA concentrations. When FUQ data were categorised by tertiles of fish consumption and PUFA, fatty fish intake was associated with EPA status (β = 0.180; CI = 0.001, 0.005) in the highest level of fish consumption (tertile 3). These findings indicate that a diet rich in fish, particularly oily fish, is associated with higher maternal concentrations of n-3 LC-PUFA at 28 weeks’ gestation. Dietary intake of n-3 PUFA is especially important during pregnancy because of their role in foetal neurodevelopment .
Dietary pattern 1 was the most commonly followed pattern in the study population, but did not show any associations with PUFA status. This pattern is high in foods commonly eaten in a “Westernised” diet including processed foods, white meat and eggs. This finding is in line with the transitioning of the Seychelles diet towards a more Westernised diet between 1989 and 2011 . Given that dietary pattern 1 does not appear to be associated with higher PUFA status, there is the potential that n-3 PUFA status may be compromised if dietary trends continue to shift in this way. The third dietary pattern did not show any associations with PUFA. The negative association of the fourth dietary pattern, with DHA and total n-3 PUFA is similar to that reported previously , and is likely owing to a diet high in meat and meat products being associated with higher n-6 PUFA than n-3 PUFA .
Previous research investigating the associations between blood PUFA concentrations and fish consumption has been inconclusive. Some authors report positive associations in non-pregnant  and pregnant cohorts  while others have found no association  between increased fish consumption and PUFA status. Previous research completed as part of the SCDS found that habitual fish intake was not associated with LCPUFA status in pregnant women . Multiple factors may account for the varied results, including cohorts studied and methodological factors. Additionally, pregnancy itself is a complex biological process with preferential transfer of PUFA in the third trimester . Nevertheless, none of these studies analysed for dietary patterns.
Evaluation of dietary patterns allows for the investigation of foods eaten commonly in combinations rather than examining the influence of individual foods . The findings reported here indicate that dietary patterns loading high for fatty fish, fish dishes, fruit and beverages are associated with increased DHA and total n-3 status. This dietary pattern approach may be viewed as more representative of how the diet as a whole influences PUFA status. A limited number of such studies during pregnancy are reported. In a cohort of 154 women, Benaim et al.  found that pre-pregnancy dietary patterns, as assessed by an FFQ six months prior to gestation, loading high for “healthy” foods were associated with increased n-3 fatty acid status during pregnancy. This “healthy” dietary pattern included foods such as vegetables, fruits, fruit juices, fish and dairy products. This finding is consistent with the results of the current study as we concluded a dietary pattern loading high for fish and fruit was associated with increased DHA and total n-3 PUFA concentrations. It has been suggested that in a varied diet, foods not regarded to be a rich source of a certain nutrient may increase nutrient bioavailability, with nutrients interacting to increase or decrease bioavailability of one another, alluding to a food matrix effect [27,31]. They found that dietary patterns containing foods that do not have a significant PUFA content such as cabbages, root vegetables, coffee and tea were associated with increased plasma and red blood cell n-3 PUFA. This increase in n-3 PUFA status may be owing to the phytochemical and antioxidant vitamin content of these foods .
It is well established that maternal dietary intake during pregnancy is important for the developing foetus, and subsequent child outcomes [47,48]. Dietary pattern analysis during pregnancy has mainly focused on pregnancy and child outcomes rather than on associations with maternal nutrient status. dos Santos Vaz et al.  focused on dietary patterns during pregnancy and anxiety symptoms, while also accounting for n-3 fatty acid intake from seafood. They concluded that “health-conscious” and “traditional” dietary patterns showed protective associations for anxiety levels. The influence of maternal dietary patterns on newborn adiposity has also been examined. A dietary pattern with high intakes of potatoes, fats, non-wholegrain foods and vegetables and found it associated with increased newborn adiposity and increased maternal fasting glucose . However, these studies did not analyse blood PUFA concentrations [47,49], and thus could not examine associations between the dietary patterns they identified and PUFA status.
This study has numerous strengths. Dietary assessment included the use of both a FFQ and FUQ to estimate the frequency of consumption of a range of food. The use of these together allowed for a detailed assessment of dietary intakes to be completed. The biological measurement of PUFA rather than solely dietary intake is a further strength. Furthermore, PCA is regarded as the most commonly used method for obtaining dietary patterns. The study also has some limitations. FFQs are reported to be prone to misreporting of intakes, particularly over reporting. The FFQ used here was designed specifically for this study of the Seychellois population, but it has not been validated. The dietary data and blood samples were only collected at one-time point in this study, and may not represent what is happening across the different stages of pregnancy.
This study’s finding of a dietary pattern consisting of foods traditional to a Seychellois diet being associated with n-3 PUFA status is important for public health reasons. The diet in the Seychelles, and likely other developing nations, has been changing over time to become more “Westernised”  with a reported decrease in fish consumption . We have previously reported a decline in fish meals per week from 12 meals per week in the Main Cohort  to 9 meals per week in NC1  to 8.5 meals per week as reported more recently for the NC2 cohort . Given the importance of n-3 PUFA for health, including cardiovascular and immune function and neurodevelopment, following a diet of fish consumption should be optimal for n-3 PUFA status.
Among the four dietary patterns identified, only dietary pattern 2 was associated with DHA and total n-3 PUFA status. Women with greater adherence to this dietary pattern had higher fish intake and higher DHA and total n-3 PUFA status. The high amounts of fruit and beverages in this pattern may also allude to the potential influence of the food matrix effect on biomarker status. Considering the importance of n-3 PUFA to neurodevelopment and other health benefits for the child throughout life such as improved cardiac and immune function, dietary recommendations for fish consumption during pregnancy should consider the importance of fish consumption and its association with increased PUFA status.
The following are available online at https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/7/927/s1, Figure S1: Scree plot for identifying dietary patterns from principal component analysis, Table S1: Comparison of daily energy and nutrient intakes with UK DRV for all participants (n = 401) and plausible reporters only (n = 268), File S1: Seychelles child development study NC2 diet, File S2: Seychelles child development study NC2 fish use questionnaire.
G.J.M., P.W.D., E.v.W., C.F.S. and J.J.S. conceived and designed the SCDS and conducted the research; M.C.C., A.J.Y., M.S.M., E.M.M. conducted the research; M.C.C. performed the statistical analyses and interpreted the data and drafted the manuscript. All authors have read and approved the final version to be published.
This research was funded by the US National Institute of Health (NIH) (grants R01-ES010219 and P30-ES01247).
The authors gratefully acknowledge the contribution of the Child Development Study team in Seychelles, which includes nurses, nutritionists, laboratory and other support personnel.
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare no conflict of interest. The founding sponsors had no role in the design of the study; in the collection, analyses, or interpretation of data; in the writing of the manuscript, and in the decision to publish the results.
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Table 1. Food groups used for dietary pattern analysis.
|Food Group||Food Items in Food Group|
|Beverages||Fruit juice, water, fizzy drinks, hot drinks (including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, Ovaltine, Milo, Horlicks, Bournvita, Nesquik)|
|Alcoholic beverages||All alcoholic beverages|
|Fruit||All fruits, including dried and canned varieties|
|Vegetables||All vegetables, including potatoes and legumes|
|Other foods||Other foods, including nuts, herbs and spices, soups, sauces and condiments, and miscellaneous foods such as pizza, biscuits, and cake|
|Sugars, snacks and preserves||Typical Seychellois snacks: corn snacks, chilli cakes, cassava, as well as other snacks including crisps, chocolate, and sweets|
|Milk and milk products||All varieties of milk and milk products (yogurt, cheese, milk, ice cream)|
|Meat products and dishes||Bacon, sausages, frankfurters, burgers, ham, pate, processed meat, black pudding, meat patties, meat organs, pasta with meat, noodles with meat|
|Fats and oils||Fat and oils used for frying foods|
|Red meat||Beef, pork, lamb|
|Cereals and cereal products||All cereals, including porridge, oatmeal, cornflakes, other breakfast cereals, white bread, brown bread, rice|
|White fish||All white fish including red snapper, grouper, parrot fish, emperor fish, job, shark, salted fish and spinefoot shoemaker|
|Fatty fish/oily fish||All fatty fish, including mackerel, tinned tuna, tinned sardines, tuna, karang, bonito, barracuda|
|Crustaceans||All crustaceans, including prawns, crab and lobster|
|Other fish and fish products||All other varieties of fish and fish dishes including other fish, bouillon bred with fish, bouillon blan with fish, fish chutney|
Table 2. Characteristics of all participants and plausible reporters only.
n = 401
|Plausible Reporters Only|
n = 268
|Age (years)||26.00 (9.00)||26.00 (8.00)||0.361|
|Weight (kg)||70.80 (23.10)||72.17 (23.28)||0.188|
|Height (m)||1.62 (0.08)||1.62 (0.08)||0.725|
|BMI (kg/m2)||27.05 (8.40)||27.49 (7.87)||0.205|
|Hollingshead SES||32.00 (16.50)||33.00 (16.50)||0.187|
|Energy intake (kcal/day)||2763.00 (1794.00)||2326.50 (983.25)||<0.001|
|Energy intake (MJ/day)||11.57 (7.51)||9.74 (4.12)||<0.001|
|Fish intake (g/day)|
|White fish||62.57 (84.86)||57.43 (73.71)||0.089|
|Fatty fish||108.86 (117.71)||98.43 (92.57)||0.027|
|Crustaceans||1.71 (4.14)||1.71 (4.14)||0.628|
|Other fish and fish products||52.14 (58.93)||43.64 (39.86)||0.008|
|Molluscs||5.14 (5.14)||5.14 (5.14)||0.941|
|Total serum PUFA (mg/mL)|
|LA||0.92 (0.34)||0.93 (0.32)||0.699|
|ALA||0.04 (0.00)||0.04 (0.00)||0.943|
|AA||0.22 (0.10)||0.23 (0.11)||0.639|
|EPA||0.05 (0.00)||0.05 (0.00)||0.809|
|DHA||0.20 (0.11)||0.20 (0.11)||0.959|
|Total n-6||1.14 (0.41)||1.14 (0.40)||0.648|
|Total n-3||0.29 (0.11)||0.29 (0.12)||0.940|
|Mothers n-6:n-3 ratio||3.90 (1.21)||3.94 (1.25)||0.698|
SES: Socioeconomic status; LA: Linoleic acid; ALA: α-linolenic acid; AA: arachidonic acid; EPA: eicosapentaenoic acid; DHA: docosahexaenoic acid; Differences between groups determined by Mann Whitney U, p < 0.05 considered statistically significant.
Table 3. Factor loadings for dietary patterns identified by principal component analysis (PCA) for n = 268 (plausible reporters only).
|Food Group||Dietary Pattern 1||Dietary Pattern 2||Dietary Pattern 3||Dietary Pattern 4|
|Sugars, snacks, preserves||0.544||-||-||-|
|Other fish and fish-products||-||0.697||-||-|
|Meat products and dishes||-||-||-||0.643|
|Cereals and cereal products||-||-||-||-|
|Fats and oils||-||-||-||-|
|Milk and milk-products||-||-||-||-|
|% of variance explained||13.45||8.46||7.61||7.16|
Only food groups with factor loading values of ≤−0.3 or ≥0.3 were included, some food groups were excluded as they did not load onto any factor retained.
Table 4. Multiple regression analysis of dietary patterns as predictors of total serum PUFA status (mg/mL) (n = 268) total g/day.
|Dietary Pattern 1||Dietary Pattern 2||Dietary Pattern 3||Dietary Pattern 4|
|PUFA (mg/mL)||β||95% CI||β||95% CI||β||95% CI||β||95% CI|
|LA||−0.045||(−0.049, 0.026)||0.089||(−0.011, 0.057)||−0.033||(−0.041, 0.024)||−0.081||(−0.053, 0.011)|
|AA||−0.001||(−0.010, 0.010)||0.067||(−0.004, 0.014)||−0.006||(−0.009, 0.009)||−0.030||(−0.011, 0.007)|
|ALA||−0.054||(−0.001, 0.000)||0.106||(0.000, 0.001)||−0.119||(−0.001, 0.000)||0.290||(0.001, 0.002) *|
|EPA||−0.069||(−0.002, 0.001)||0.045||(−0.001, 0.001)||0.088||(0.000, 0.002)||−0.025||(−0.001, 0.001)|
|DHA||−0.103||(−0.020, 0.003)||0.134||(0.001, 0.022) *||−0.031||(−0.013, 0.007)||−0.157||(−0.023, −0.003) *|
|Total n-6||−0.039||(−0.054, 0.030)||0.095||(−0.010, 0.067)||−0.031||(−0.046, 0.027)||−0.078||(−0.060, 0.013)|
|Total n-3||−0.108||(−0.021, 0.003)||0.139||(0.001, 0.023) *||−0.028||(−0.013, 0.008)||−0.138||(−0.022, −0.002) *|
|n-6:n-3 ratio||0.058||(−0.144, 0.340)||−0.059||(−0.320, 0.121)||0.018||(−0.179, 0.240)||0.055||(−0.116, 0.301)|
Multiple linear regression adjusting for age, BMI, energy intake, and Hollingshead socioeconomic status; * significant results p < 0.05.
Table 5. Association between serum PUFA status and tertiles (T) of fish intake (grams per day) for all reporters and plausible reporter.
|FFQ g/day Intake (Plausible Reporters n = 268)||FUQ Frequency of Fish Intake (Plausible Reporters n = 260)|
|T1 (Low)||T2 (Medium)||T3 (High)||T1 (Low)||T2 (Medium)||T3 (High)|
|Beta||95% CI||Beta||95% CI||Beta||95% CI||Beta||95% CI|
|LA||Ref||−0.117||(−0.132, 0.002)||−0.030||(−0.084, 0.051)||Ref||−0.016||(−0.078, 0.060)||0.030||(−0.054, 0.089)|
|AA||Ref||−0.039||(−0.025, 0.013)||0.009||(−0.017, 0.020)||Ref||0.041||(−0.013, 0.026)||0.032||(−0.015, 0.025)|
|ALA||Ref||0.032||(−0.001, 0.002)||−0.097||(−0.002, 0.000)||Ref||0.016||(−0.001, 0.001)||0.110||(0.000, 0.002)|
|EPA||Ref||0.006||(−0.002, 0.002)||0.033||(−0.001, 0.002)||Ref||0.010||(−0.002, 0.002)||0.032||(−0.001, 0.002)|
|DHA||Ref||−0.027||(−0.026, 0.016)||−0.037||(−0.027, 0.015)||Ref||0.026||(−0.017, 0.026)||0.056||(−0.012, 0.033)|
|total n-6||Ref||−0.112||(−0.147, 0.005)||−0.024||(−0.092, 0.061)||Ref||−0.004||(−0.081, 0.075)||0.034||(−0.058, 0.104)|
|total n-3||Ref||−0.023||(−0.026, 0.017)||−0.038||(−0.029, 0.015)||Ref||0.026||(−0.017, 0.027)||0.064||(−0.011, 0.035)|
|n6:n-3 ratio||Ref||−0.041||(−0.580, 0.288)||0.009||(−0.401, 0.468)||Ref||−0.031||(−0.555, 0.334)||−0.022||(−0.544, 0.381)|
|LA||Ref||−0.008||(−0.072, 0.063)||−0.021||(−0.079, 0.056)||Ref||0.024||(−0.054, 0.078)||−0.060||(−0.116, 0.041)|
|AA||Ref||0.011||(−0.017, 0.020)||0.001||(−0.019, 0.019)||Ref||0.022||(−0.015, 0.022)||0.024||(−0.018, 0.026)|
|ALA||Ref||−0.027||(−0.001, 0.001)||0.075||(0.000, 0.002)||Ref||−0.091||(−0.002, 0.000)||0.064||(−0.001, 0.002)|
|EPA||Ref||−0.050||(−0.003, 0.001)||−0.012||(−0.002, 0.002)||Ref||−0.113||(−0.003, 0.000)||0.180||(0.001, 0.005) *|
|DHA||Ref||0.010||(−0.019, 0.023)||−0.012||(−0.023, 0.019)||Ref||−0.006||(−0.022, 0.020)||0.018||(−0.021, 0.028)|
|total n-6||Ref||−0.005||(−0.079, 0.073)||−0.018||(−0.088, 0.065)||Ref||0.026||(−0.059, 0.090)||−0.046||(−0.122, 0.055)|
|total n-3||Ref||0.004||(−0.021, 0.022)||−0.009||(−0.023, 0.020)||Ref||−0.020||(−0.025, 0.018)||0.036||(−0.018, 0.033)|
|n6:n-3 ratio||Ref||−0.056||(−0.636, 0.234)||−0.018||(−0.499, 0.374)||Ref||0.002||(−0.421, 0.432)||−0.014||(−0.564, 0.452)|
|Total all fish|
|LA||Ref||−0.048||(−0.094, 0.041)||−0.038||(−0.088, 0.046)||Ref||0.023||(−0.057, 0.082)||−0.077||(−0.119, 0.028)|
|AA||Ref||−0.010||(−0.021, 0.017)||0.020||(−0.016, 0.022)||Ref||0.019||(−0.016, 0.022)||0.029||(−0.016, 0.026)|
|ALA||Ref||0.001||(−0.001, 0.001)||0.034||(−0.001, 0.002)||Ref||−0.027||(−0.001, 0.001)||0.109||(0.000, 0.002)|
|EPA||Ref||−0.045||(−0.003, 0.001)||0.044||(−0.001, 0.003)||Ref||−0.014||(−0.002, 0.002)||0.095||(0.000, 0.004)|
|DHA||Ref||−0.050||(−0.030, 0.012)||−0.005||(−0.022, 0.020)||Ref||−0.076||(−0.035, 0.008)||0.077||(−0.008, 0.038)|
|total n-6||Ref||−0.044||(−0.105, 0.049)||−0.028||(−0.094, 0.058)||Ref||0.024||(−0.063, 0.094)||−0.060||(−0.124, 0.043)|
|total n-3||Ref||−0.052||(−0.031, 0.012)||0.001||(−0.022, 0.022)||Ref||−0.076||(−0.036, 0.008)||0.089||(−0.006, 0.041)|
|n6:n-3 ratio||Ref||0.031||(−0.325, 0.548)||−0.043||(−0.588, 0.283)||Ref||0.117||(−0.022, 0.867)||−0.121||(−0.933, 0.012)|
T1 = tertile 1, T2 = tertile 2, T3 = tertile 3; T1 was reference to which T2 and T3 were compared; regression models adjusted for maternal age at enrolment, maternal BMI, and Hollingshead socioeconomic status; * significant results p < 0.05.
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The music consists of a number of shorter segments of improvisation. Van Nort uses GREIS to take the original instrument signal feed and transform it, making a commentary on what is being played or transforming the musical input into entirely different terms (e.g., adding to the soundscape). For a number of segments the machine improvisation system known as FILTER performs in tandem with the trio. Some other segments feature Chris Chafe on celletto, performing remotely over the internet from Canada.
The three CDs cover a wide range of moods and sounds, all in the more-or-less "new music" zone, which is to say that timbre manipulation and contrasts play out in real time in an improvisatory context. Braasch's soprano is nearly always to be heard in its pure acoustic state along with its transformation by Van Nort. Ms. Oliveros' accordion sometimes can be heard clearly in its pristine form. Much of the time the sounds are electronically altered in varying degrees so that it sometimes sounds much more like keyed electronics. The electronics of Van Nort can be heard at times as a third instrumental element. At other times they mesh with Ms. Oliveros' sound transformations to create a kind of electronic-orchestral commingling.
What captivates in most of these trio improvisations in the sheer inventiveness of the sonic designs. Some segments flow with long-toned sounds played out against more eventful noted-ness from the soprano, accordion, electronics, or all in various combinations. Other segments are more-or-less pure give-and-take contrapuntal interactions.
Three CDs of such music is a great deal to absorb. It takes time and "deep listening" to completely assimilate. I can't say I am quite there yet. But I can say that this music has moments that stun in the best way. There are mellow segments and others somewhat abrasive. But they do not repeat themselves. Avant jazz, new music and electronic music converge on Triple Point. And the three artists in the process become one creative music-making being.
It no doubt is music of some importance for the avant scene today. It carries on the premises of the seminal live electronics-acoustics outfits from the first days of such possibilities and makes something wholly unique and fascinating out of it all.
Sonic adventurers will most definitely gravitate towards this set. Recommended for all those who dare go beyond the ordinary.