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Protesters demanding the immediate resignations of the Minister of Education and the Superintendent of the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS) stormed the grounds at the Ministry of Education yesterday.The protestors were teachers who told journalists that they are demanding the resignations of Minister George K. Werner and Superintendent Benjamin Jacobs because Werner’s educational reform has failed, besides his dismissing teachers and that Jacobs’s educational qualifications are questionable.Spokesman Cyrus T. Kortu said the protesting teachers were from the Monrovia Consolidated School System Teachers Association, the National Teachers Association of Liberia, and other local teachers’ unions.Mr. Kortu said they are demanding Minister Werners’ resignation because of his role in bringing the Public Private Partnership (PPP) and the introduction of the Bridge Academies that he said lacks what it takes to reform the Liberian school system.‘’The Public Private Partnership is now collecting over L$3000 per student in the primary level and there are many unqualified teachers teaching our children,” Mr. Kortu said.According to him, Bridge Academies, the foreign private education company the government has outsourced the education system to, has no success story in all the countries it has served.Mr. Kortu is the president of the MoE Scholarship Program at the William V. S. Tubman College of the University of Liberia. He said Minister Werner lacks leadership skills and Supt. Jacobs lacks quality academic credentials to manage education in the country.Ms. Susan P. Nagbeh, a member of the MCSS Teachers Association, said once there is no satisfaction for everyone in all the sectors, including education, there will be no peace.‘’We will make sure that all government school teachers lay their chalk down until Werner and Jacobs resign,’’ Nagbeh said. “Many children are not going to school due to Bridge Academies’ policies which is a great violation of their human rights.”Responding to the teachers concern, acting Communications Director at the Ministry of Education, Mr. J. Shannor Goe, said the teachers are at liberty to express their feelings but should understand that Minister Werner is not the problem in the education reform process.‘’It is unfortunate that the teachers are demanding the resignation of the Minister. Minister Werner is working with specific mandates and if he should go it must be based on his violation of those mandates,’’ he said.Mr. Goe further said that reform is not a unilateral decision of Werner but the government in line with plans within the international best practices.He admitted that Bridge Academies failed in Kenya and Uganda but said “it does not mean they can also fail in Liberia.”On students not enrolled in school due to Bridge’s policy of having a minimum size of students in a classroom, Mr. Goe said the choice is for parents to send their children to other schools.The aggrieved teachers, who termed yesterday as day one of their peaceful protest vowed not to stop until Werner and Jacobs resign from their jobs.Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
Dan Cohen AUTHOR Officials at Brooke Army Medical Center are concerned about the prospect that one or more San Antonio-area hospitals will develop a new trauma center, a move likely to cut into patient loads at Brooke’s emergency room and hamper its medical training mission. Brooke, located on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, serves as a training hub for combat physicians. Its emergency room logs 80,000 visits a year — 80 percent of them civilians, reports the San Antonio Express-News. Last week, Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson, Brooke’s commanding general, told the San Antonio City Council that plans by two local hospitals to build trauma centers would threaten medical readiness and the quality of care at Brooke.“I think how I would describe the risk is our ability, as the [DOD’s] only Level I trauma center, it is the jewel for where trauma training can take place,” Johnson said. “There is no other place in the DOD that can do it. So, if we were to lose the ability to train trauma, and sustain medical skills inside of trauma, our providers, our health professionals, would no longer be able to, on Day One, be able to meet our nation’s needs in a deployed setting.”A top executive with University Health System, which operates the only other Level 1 trauma center in San Antonio, echoed Johnson’s concerns. “We should not underestimate this warning,” Dr. Bryan Alsip, University’s executive vice president and chief medical officer, told the council. “If our community cannot provide the commitment necessary to defend BAMC’s ability to maintain their mission readiness, our nation’s leaders will not hesitate to find another location that will be happy to welcome our military medical infrastructure.”On Thursday, Mayor Ron Nirenberg and other council members expressed concern that the threat to trauma care at Brooke could jeopardize the medical training mission in San Antonio in a future BRAC round. They said they opposed expansion of trauma facilities by other hospitals, and the council approved a resolution supporting Brooke’s mission.
(NOTE: CLASS has a location in Wilmington at 50-T Concord Street.)LAWRENCE, MA — CLASS, a nonprofit in Lawrence that provides services to people with disabilities, recently announced that Alfred J. Frugoli has been appointed president and chief executive officer of the organization.Frugoli, who joined CLASS three years ago as chief operations officer, succeeds Robert Harris, who retired after 38 years with CLASS, having served as president and CEO since 1990.“This is the perfect time for Al Frugoli to become CLASS’s next chief executive officer,” said board chair Timothy Allen. “We’ve selected a very strong leader at a time when CLASS is in a very strong position. Our next president and CEO needs to be capable of accelerating what already is working very well for CLASS, and recognizing what needs to change in order to respond to present economic conditions.“As CLASS’s chief operations officer for two years, Al capably translated mission and vision to programming and services, staff training, and team building to drive results. He is a champion of the CLASS culture and has an incredible ability to inspire, energize, and connect with individuals in CLASS programs, employees, partners and collaborators, and local businesses.”Frugoli helped lead and execute the organization’s “2020 Vision” strategic plan, including expansion of a program that supports adults with dual diagnoses of mental health challenges and an intellectual or developmental disability. He also is a key architect of the company’s strategy for employment services, which supports adults with disabilities on job searches, job matching, and continuing career services.“The future that lies ahead for CLASS is enormous, and the opportunity to lead this next chapter is incredibly exhilarating. At a time when nonprofits are facing more disruption and financial challenges than we’ve ever encountered, I couldn’t be more confident in our ability to persevere, or more honored to lead CLASS into the future,” said Frugoli.Before joining CLASS Frugoli was the site manager for Element Care in Methuen, where he led a team of managers and staff through the state and federal approval process for a new PACE center and integrated operations of an existing adult day health center acquired by Element Care to become a blended ADH/PACE Center.Frugoli began his career in 1995 at Seven Hills Family Services in Worcester County, where he held progressively responsible positions leading up to area director, managing programs of family and respite supports, shared living, self advocacy, and other supports.Frugoli holds a bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation services from Springfield College and a master’s degree in nonprofit management from Worcester State University.During his tenure, Harris expanded CLASS from an organization with $100,000 in annual revenue to its current $12 million, employing 170, and originally serving 14 people to its current enrollment of more than 450 families from the Merrimack Valley and northeastern Massachusetts.In 2003, Harris established CLASS as an affiliate of The Arc, as the Arc of Greater Lawrence, to strengthen the agency’s advocacy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.Founded in 1976 as the Citizen’s League for Adult Special Services, CLASS today provides employment, autism services support, day habilitation, community based day services, family resources and advocacy, adult family care, clinical & case management support, and transportation services.(NOTE: The above press release is from CLASS, Inc. via Mass Non-Profit News.)Like Wilmington Apple on Facebook. Follow Wilmington Apple on Twitter. Follow Wilmington Apple on Instagram. Subscribe to Wilmington Apple’s daily email newsletter HERE. Got a comment, question, photo, press release, or news tip? Email firstname.lastname@example.org.Share this:TwitterFacebookLike this:Like Loading… RelatedWilmington’s CLASS Inc. Receives $200,000 Grant From Cummings FoundationIn “Community”BUSINESS BRIEF: Lowell Five Bank Pledges $30,000 To Strongwater FarmIn “Business”5 QUICK QUESTIONS with Wilmington’s New Police Chief Joe Desmond (PART 1)In “5 Quick Questions”
See All I’m heartbroken about what’s happening in my country. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing and expecting different results. It’s time for good people with different views to stop finger pointing and come together to address this violence for the good of our country.— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) August 4, 2019 reading • Tim Cook slams ‘insanity’ of US inactivity on gun violence after two mass shootings Aug 31 • Your phone screen is gross. Here’s how to clean it Post a comment Share your voice Tags Tech Industry Aug 31 • iPhone 11, Apple Watch 5 and more: The final rumors Tim Cook Apple 0 Apple Aug 31 • Verizon vs AT&T vs T-Mobile vs Sprint: Choose the best 5G carrier A shooting Saturday at Walmart in El Paso, Texas, initially killed 20 people and wounded more than two dozen. On Monday morning, another victim died, bringing the death toll to 21. A shooting early Sunday in Dayton, Ohio, left 9 dead and 27 injured.Cook is no stranger to voicing criticism of government activity he sees as detrimental to the US. In 2017, Cook spoke up against President Donald Trump’s effort to close the US to immigrants from predominantly Muslim countries, telling employees in a memo that, “It is not a policy we support.”A year earlier, Cook was among more than 90 business executives who spoke out against a North Carolina law that would force transgender students to use school toilets “inconsistent with their gender identity.”The number of mass shootings across the US so far in 2019 has outpaced the number of days this year, according to a gun violence research group. There have been 251 mass shootings in the US this year as of Sunday, which was the 216th day of the year, according to data from the nonprofit Gun Violence Archive, which tracks every mass shooting in the country.Originally published Aug. 4 at 12:57 p.m. PTUpdate, Aug. 5 at 9:40 a.m. PT: Updates the death toll in El Paso. Apple CEO Tim Cook said he’s “heartbroken” by US legislators’ inactivity on gun violence. Josh Miller/CNET Apple CEO Tim Cook said Sunday he’s “heartbroken” by the “insanity” of legislative inactivity regarding gun violence in the US after two mass shootings in two cities within 24 hours left 30 dead.”I’m heartbroken about what’s happening in my country,” Cook said in tweet Sunday. “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing and expecting different results. It’s time for good people with different views to stop finger pointing and come together to address this violence for the good of our country.” Aug 31 • iPhone XR vs. iPhone 8 Plus: Which iPhone should you buy? •


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Other than to the locals, Oakley seems largely unknown outside the country and even outside the state. This small city has, for a long time, hidden valuable gems within its borders: gems like Weber Canyon, Weber River and the Uinta Mountains, that enchant those who discover this destination. It is these attractions that are slowly giving Oakley room on the global map and alluring visitors who are lovers of hiking, mountain biking or even sledding. And, for those who simply want to get away from the frantic lifestyle of big cities, Oakley will certainly welcome you with open arms. If you’re planning to visit, scroll down to find out about the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Oakley, Utah.
Nestled on a picturesque 10 acres (4 hectares) of real estate and just a stone’s throw from Weber River, this log cabin has the right amount of tranquility to offer you a relaxing getaway. With a rustic interior juxtaposed against modern comforts, there’s a blend of old and new here, all merging to offer a unique form of luxury.
The cabin is massive, so much so that it can comfortably host a whopping 20 guests. The five bedrooms offer ample sleeping space and the massive living area is more than enough for all guests, while the kitchen is perfect for preparing a feast. When you’re not exploring the outdoors you’ll probably be chilling out indoors, watching one of the four televisions or enjoying a game of pool at the pool table.
Luxury Log Cabin - 10 Acres on the Famous Weber River. Near Park City
Top guest reviewsSame arrangement downstairs with bedroom and bunk bedsAnd our grandkids loved taking bubble baths in the jetted tubHas air conditioning and ceiling fans Open windows at night will make you grab for blanketsThe only thing that surprised me was the location of the room with all the bedsThe cabin is situated in a scenic canyonIt was clean and invitingso we are used to sharing rooms and spacesThe cabin was beautiful beautifully decorated well equipped and very spaciousIt was large spacious clean and had everything you would want for a family
Host:We had a great time and Julie was so helpful and accommodatingVery pleasant Deer and other animals made daily visits(owner is working on problemThe owner was great to work with and was willing to make things right with the few problems we encounteredbut we were away most of the time Grandson said he got one to workingRead more reviewsOur kids are good but can still get loud at night playing gamesHas Internet access but sometimes won't connect to some sitesbeautiful idyllic country log cabinOur family had an excellent time together at this property Close enough to ski in Park City about a 30min drive but easy to get back and forth Our family loves to play games together in the even...Our teenage grandchildren enjoyed Olympic Park nearby and tubing down Provo River near Provo about an hour away
From the extravagance of the above rental to the modest opulence of another large cabin, this one is able to host 15. Tucked away in the mountains, you’ll get a wonderful view of the picturesque slopes here, blanketed by lush mountain forests. This home is where you and your friends escape to when you grow weary of the bustle of city life. With five bedrooms and three bathrooms, everyone will be comfortably accommodated.
This is a quintessential log cabin, boasting an all-wood interior only interrupted by the stone cladding on the fireplace. The interior has a very rural, country feel, but this doesn’t mean that the rental is denied a few urban comforts. For instance, there’s a washer and dryer available, so you can painlessly do your laundry, and the kitchen is decked out with modern, stainless steel appliances. When you need to explore the locale, head to Park City or enjoy hiking or mountain biking on the mountain slopes.
Perfect cabin for family fun and large groups, on a private 17 acre property.Oakley, UT, US
Top guest reviewsthe kitchen had everything we neededplenty of parkingthe beds were comfortable and the cabin was well stocked with the basics such as extra linens, towels, garbage bags kitchen utensilsalso loved the decorations with the wild west and native american themeit felt like a fairy tale holidaythe cabin was clean and the linens and towels were good quality
Host:the owner chris was very helpful from the get go and provided us with all of the information we needed to make our stay go smoothlythere are lots of games to play along with a big screen tv for football and movieswe loved the huge rustic wood dinner table that sat 14 of usour kids are already asking when they can go backwe spent three days over the thanksgiving break with our family of 18 and enjoyed every minuteRead more reviewsbeautiful get away! (submitted by andi chamberlain)we really enjoyed sledding on the hill just outside in the yardloved the sitting room too to just relax and read with the viewsit was fun to just walk around each room and examine the pictures and artifacts
Rounding up our list is this castle-like ranch cabin, seated on a 16-acre (6.5-hectare) farm, with the mountains forming a stunning backdrop. Though seemingly secluded from civilization, this cabin is actually just 20 minutes from Park City, allowing you easy access to the places of interest in the town center. If you’re planning a large gathering, this rental should probably be at the top of your list. Hosting 22 guests, it’s perfect for your functions or simply an escape with your posse of friends.
The rustic wooden-clad exterior contrasts with the modern, elegant interior. The living space is expansive and is adjacent to the open kitchen, which boasts a plethora of appliances, all meant to ease your cooking experience. There’s also a bar area and a second living area in the mezzanine, more than enough space for everyone to lounge. And, with the seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, there won’t be any jostling for space.
Ranch House on 16 acres with private stocked trout pondKamas, UT, US
Top guest reviewsPlenty of room for children to playThe house is gorgeously equipped with everything and anything one would needThere is so much to do that will suit all agesAnd the master bedroom shower was a treat that makes you feel like you are visiting a spaThere was plenty of space for all 16 of usThe house was clean and spacious and beyond beautifulAll the adults had rooms with king beds and beautiful bathroomsEverything was clean and comfortable well designed for large groupsThe house is beautifully decorated and you feel right at home and comfortable in the common areas and Great Room
Host:1 grandma and about 14 kidsJeff was so extremely helpful and was always available when neededShe checked in regularly and maintained great communication to make sure we enjoyed our time at Twilight Moon RanchThe owner Jenny was super responsive and great to work with Her house manager Tom was great and available at a moments noticeWe were especially grateful for all the recommendations for servicesRead more reviewsThe property is not far from Park City and even Salt Lake CityThe property is something out of HGTV Dream HomesWe were also close to nice restaurants in Kamas and shopping in Park Citybut it is only 20 minutes from all the glitz and glam of Park CityIt's also very secluded and located on a private gated road
This next rental is a delightful accommodation that can host not one, not two, not ten but a whopping twenty guests, each comfortably accommodated in one of the eight bedrooms. This ranch is built to palatial standards, with more than just your usual homely facilities: there’s a theater room, an art studio and five fireplaces, all at your disposal.
Words may not do justice to the sheer beauty displayed in this home. From the massive living spaces to the rustic but modern kitchen, every inch of this rental is designed to perfection. The wooden accents and stone finishes, here and there, enhance the country appeal of this otherwise resort-like accommodation. If you do manage to peel yourself away from this enchanting home, you can explore places like Deer Valley, Park City and the Canyons ski resorts.
Luxury ranch! Sleeps 20! This property has it all! Let's make a deal!4343 Weber Canyon Road
Here’s another apt getaway destination, a stunning two-bedroom cabin set against a backdrop of breathtaking landscape. Though there are only 2 bedrooms, this rental can easily host up to 12 guests, if you choose to take advantage of the sofa beds and sleeping bags. The aura is one of serenity, an atmosphere that’s ideal for a vacation, one that will immediately put you at ease. With wood finishes and massive windows, the interior oozes warmth and comfort, complemented by the elegant furniture and modern amenities.
There’s still a bit of old-fashioned charm in the form of a wood-burning fireplace, which is bound to keep you warm on chilly nights. And, during the day, when the sun is out, you can relax on the porch as you marvel at the enchanting view. Despite being a rural home, this rental still offers lots in the way of urban comforts, including Netflix and Amazon, for your entertainment.
Rural Utah Hideout 20 Minutes From The Slopes
Top guest reviewsBeautiful view of the sunset really clean cabinRead more reviews
Host:The owner was extremely accommodating answered questions very quicklygreat decor cool layout with wrap-around porch and 2nd-floor balcony Super-comfy beds with the softest linens and even softer towelsWe had a wonderful couple of days at The Hideaway
A perfect getaway destination
With a very tranquil allure and picturesque scenery, Oakley is the perfect getaway destination, offering more than just the stunning mountains and lush valleys. If you’re curious about the local history or you’re simply fascinated by the annual rodeo, book one of the accommodations above and set up a base in this delightful city.
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The European Brain and Behaviour Society (EBBS) is an oldest neuroscience scientific society established in 1968 with the purpose to exchange information between European scientists, and scientific researchers interested in the relationships between brain mechanisms and behaviour. Notable past presidents of EEBS include Lawrence Weiskrantz, Giacomo Rizzolatti, Marc Jeannerod, and Barry Everitt.
The European Brain and Behaviour Society (EBBS) promotes and maintains the scientific interest in some of the questions that have always intrigued mankind, such as what the mechanisms are that make it possible to perceive, attend, learn, memorize, and feel. The EBBS is one of the oldest founding members of the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS). The Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) is a European federation of scientific societies for basic scientists and physicians researchers mainly focuses on the brain b, nervous system mechanisms and neurological behaviour. EBRS conducts international congress annually with great proceedings to study the various approaches that integrates the molecular, cellular, physiological system, behavioural, medical aspects and promotes knowledge on cardiac biological mechanisms.Read More»

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PRINCETON, N.J., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — CytoSorbents Corporation (NASDAQ: CTSO), a leader in the treatment of life-threatening conditions in the intensive care unit and cardiac surgery using blood purification via its proprietary polymer adsorption technology, announced that 40 of the targeted 120 patients have been enrolled in the Safe and Timely Antithrombotic Removal – Ticagrelor (STAR-T) trial, achieving the first enrollment milestone and triggering a pre-specified Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) review. This pivotal study intends to support both U.S. FDA and Health Canada marketing approval of DrugSorb-ATR in the United States and Canada, respectively, to remove the anti-thrombotic agent, ticagrelor (Brilinta®, AstraZeneca), during cardiothoracic surgery.
Dr. Michael J. Mack, Director of the Cardiovascular Service line at Baylor Scott & White Health System, Chairman of the Baylor Plano Research Center in Texas and co-Principal Investigator of the STAR-T trial commented: “Reaching our first trial enrollment milestone of 40 patients is a critical first step in the execution of the landmark STAR-T trial. Currently, cardiac surgeons are either forced to delay life-saving heart surgery in patients who are on antithrombotic drugs or proceed to operation when they are at very high risk for bleeding. The DrugSorb-ATR device is a novel approach that could potentially allow these high-risk surgeries to proceed in a safe and timely manner. We have designed two rigorous, pivotal trials to test the efficacy and safety of this novel device that if successful could make it available to all U.S. cardiac surgeons, so they can join their international colleagues who have it available and use it routinely in their everyday practice. We are currently focused on bringing the STAR-T trial across the finish line, so we can then turn our attention to STAR-D. I’d like to thank all of the participating centers and investigators for helping us reach this first crucial enrollment milestone and we remain very excited to welcome our Canadian colleagues who should begin contributing to enrollment very soon.”
Dr. Efthymios N. Deliargyris, Chief Medical Officer of CytoSorbents stated, “We are pleased to have enrolled a third of our STAR-T pivotal study, which now triggers the first safety review by the independent DSMB of the study. We are now working diligently to complete the necessary operational steps including data collection and validation to support the upcoming DSMB safety review which is estimated in approximately 2 months. With our full attention and resources now dedicated to STAR-T and the upcoming addition of Canadian sites, we anticipate the momentum to continue and project that we can achieve the next study milestone of 80 patients enrolled in Spring 2023 that will trigger the next DSMB safety review and the pre-specified interim analysis.
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CytoSorbents Corporation is a leader in the treatment of life-threatening conditions in the intensive care unit and in cardiac surgery through blood purification. Its lead product, CytoSorb®, is approved in the European Union and distributed in 75 countries worldwide. It is an extracorporeal cytokine adsorber that reduces “cytokine storm” or “cytokine release syndrome” in common critical illnesses that can lead to massive inflammation, organ failure and patient death. In these diseases, the risk of death can be extremely high, and there are few, if any, effective treatments. CytoSorb is also used during and after cardiothoracic surgery to remove inflammatory mediators that can lead to postoperative complications, including multiple organ failure. As of September 30, 2022, more than 186,000 CytoSorb devices have been used cumulatively. CytoSorb was originally launched in the European Union under CE mark as the first cytokine adsorber. Additional CE mark extensions were granted for bilirubin and myoglobin removal in clinical conditions such as liver disease and trauma, respectively, and for ticagrelor and rivaroxaban removal in cardiothoracic surgery procedures. CytoSorb has also received FDA Emergency Use Authorization in the United States for use in adult critically ill COVID-19 patients with impending or confirmed respiratory failure. The DrugSorb™-ATR antithrombotic removal system, based on the same polymer technology as CytoSorb, also received two FDA Breakthrough Device Designations, one for the removal of ticagrelor and another for the removal of the direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC) apixaban and rivaroxaban in a cardiopulmonary bypass circuit during urgent cardiothoracic procedures. The Company is currently conducting the FDA-approved, randomized, controlled STAR-T (Safe and Timely Antithrombotic Removal-Ticagrelor) study of 120 patients at 30 centers to evaluate whether intraoperative use of DrugSorb-ATR can reduce the perioperative risk of bleeding in patients receiving ticagrelor and undergoing cardiothoracic surgery. This pivotal study intends to support both U.S. FDA and Health Canada marketing approval of DrugSorb-ATR in the United States and Canada, respectively, for this application. The STAR-T trial will be followed by the STAR‑D (Safe and Timely Antithrombotic Removal-Direct Oral Anticoagulants) pivotal trial evaluating the intraoperative use of DrugSorb-ATR to reduce perioperative bleeding risk in patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgery and taking direct oral anticoagulants, including apixaban and rivaroxaban.
CytoSorbents’ purification technologies are based on biocompatible, highly porous polymer beads that can actively remove toxic substances from blood and other bodily fluids by pore capture and surface adsorption. Its technologies have received non-dilutive grant, contract, and other funding of approximately $48 million from DARPA, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), the U.S. Army, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM), Air Force Material Command (USAF/AFMC), and others. The Company has numerous marketed products and products under development based upon this unique blood purification technology protected by many issued U.S. and international patents and registered trademarks, and multiple patent applications pending, including ECOS-300CY®, CytoSorb-XL™, HemoDefend-RBC™, HemoDefend-BGA™, VetResQ®, K+ontrol™, DrugSorb™, DrugSorb™-ATR, ContrastSorb, and others. For more information, please visit the Company’s websites at www.cytosorbents.com and www.cytosorb.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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The world’s largest companies remain concerned over global economic prospects in the near term despite improvements in sentiment over the past month, according to an international think tank.
In a recent research brief, UK-based Oxford Economics said its Global Risk Survey for the first quarter of the year showed almost half of its respondents expect activity in their businesses to remain below pre-pandemic levels throughout 2021.
The think tank said, “Businesses appear especially cautious about the implications of new, more transmissible forms of coronavirus for the effectiveness of mass vaccinations.”
The first quarter survey was completed by 204 businesses from January 18 up to 29. These include some of the world’s largest companies. Together, all the participating companies employ around six million.
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Gaze into the abyss of America’s urban areas and tell me what you see. It’s not the shimmering beacon of the American dream, nor the hopeful hum of city lights. It’s a portrait of turmoil, desperation, and a civilization on the brink. Ladies and gentlemen, there’s a tempest brewing in the heart of America’s metropolises, and we cannot – must not – turn a blind eye.
The influx of immigrants through the porous U.S. borders is a tide that seems unstoppable. They make their way to our nation’s heart, and, left without choices, many tread the perilous path of joining gangs or dabbling in the narcotics trade. Why? Perhaps the decaying allure of the American Dream? Or the siren call of quick money?
With this alarming wave, drug addiction spreads its gnarled fingers further. Take a brave walk down the alleys of our cities and witness the chilling scene: crowds lost in their chemical haze, reminiscent of post-apocalyptic movie sets. And this horror story isn’t spun from the fiction section; it’s ripped from the headlines of esteemed publications like The Wall Street Journal, declaring an accelerated spike in homelessness.
The sinister dance of addiction and homelessness plays out on our streets, setting the stage for an eruption of violence. Step into these urban battlegrounds, and you might be gambling with your very life. Predators, drawn to the chaos like moths to a flame, lurk behind every corner, waiting for their next mark.
Do you think this is the worst? Brace yourselves, for the storm hasn’t fully hit. As our economy precariously teeters, the next chapters promise even more harrowing tales.
For those sitting comfortably in their suburban homes, don’t be lulled into complacency. The U.S. Census Bureau’s statistics underscore an uncomfortable truth: 80% of our population resides in these “urban areas.” This unrest isn’t a distant problem; it’s knocking on our doorsteps. Even if your house rests outside the urban sprawl, your livelihood likely ties you to its center.
To illustrate, allow me to share a personal tale. A few years ago, my days were spent navigating the pulsing core of Washington, D.C. Back then, my steps were sure, and the city’s rhythm was familiar. Fast forward to the present, and it’s a dystopian turn. Lawmakers, who once championed the city’s vigor, now guide residents on dodging danger. House Administration Committee Chairman Brian Steil gave an ominous advisory, highlighting the rapid crime spike in our nation’s capital.
This is genius!!— I Meme Therefore I Am 🇺🇸 (@ImMeme0) September 26, 2023
A Denver businessman, Jon Caldera says he's had it with the homeless going number two around his business. In what he calls an act of civil disobedience he dumped human poop that he found outside his business on the steps of the Denver City and County Building… pic.twitter.com/tn1kSCQeVj
Staggering data from the D.C. Metropolitan Police paints a grim image of urban life’s deterioration. Shocking upticks in murders and robberies echo the fears whispered in every alleyway and dimly-lit street. Even the Mexican consulate has raised alarm bells, urging preventive measures for safety in Washington, D.C. Let’s pause and consider: when nations plagued by violence raise a red flag about our city’s turmoil, it’s high time we face our urban nightmare head-on.
And D.C. isn’t a solitary case. Take, for instance, Gary, a city’s name that now stands synonymous with cautionary tales. The very fabric of safety and trust is being stretched thin across the nation.
By 2023, the contagion will have spread. From coast to coast, businesses fold, their shutters come down, and their dreams are crushed under the weight of urban decay. We are staring at a panorama of dying cities.
The evidence is clear, the signs are everywhere. It’s not a mere story; it’s a clarion call. It’s time for us to wake up, rise, and reclaim the soul of our cities before the shadows consume them entirely.


Modelling spatiotemporal dynamics of snow in forests is challenging, as involved processes are strongly dependent on small-scale canopy properties. In this study, we explore how local canopy structure information can be integrated in a medium-complexity energy-balance snow model to replicate observed snow patterns at very high spatial resolutions. Snow depth distributions simulated with the Flexible Snow Model (FSM2) were tested against extensive experimental data acquired in discontinuous subalpine forest stands in Eastern Switzerland over three winters. While the default canopy implementation in FSM2 fails to capture the observed snow depth variability, performance is considerably improved when local canopy cover fraction and hemispherical sky view fraction are additionally accounted for (30% reduction in RMSE). However, realistic snow depth distribution patterns throughout the season are only achieved if effective temperatures of near and distant canopy elements are discerned, and if a mechanism to mimic preferential deposition of snow in canopy gaps is included. We demonstrate that by diversifying the canopy structure input in order to reflect respective portions of the canopy relevant to different processes, even a simple model based on widely used process parametrizations and canopy metrics can be applied for high-resolution simulations of the sub-canopy snow cover with just a few modifications. The presented approaches could be implemented in commonly used land surface models, allowing upscaling experiments and development of sub-grid parametrizations without necessitating complex high-resolution models.


Microsoft and Facebook are building a mammoth 6600 kms. long trans atlantic undersea cables to better their cloud services, Zomato is scaling down operations in 9 countries, including its $50 Million purchase – the US. Morgan Stanley is marking down Flipkart again, now values it at just over $9 Billion. there’s lots more !
Its a Sunday, and the crispy tech news show you just can not miss — The Bulletin — is out !
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VICTORVILLE, Calif: (VVNG.com) – A newly constructed Chevron gas station on US Highway 395 and Luna Road has officially opened for business.
Amongst other things, visitors can expect to find the business fully stocked with liquor, groceries, and a fountain machine with over 150 flavors.
The gas station is the first business to be built along the stretch of Highway 395 between Dos Palmas and Bear Valley Road.
Residents who live in the area are truly enjoying the latest addition to their neighborhood on the west side of Victorville.
Below are a few of the comments posted in the Victor Valley News Facebook group:
“So close to home – LOVE IT,” says Alice Pino.
“Finally have a quality gas to buy close to my house,” says Karen Ann Magness Murillo.
“Love this station, they have everything from liquor to groceries, best craft beer selection in the desert,” says Mark Ahlam Maida.
“I really like the liquor store it’s nice and they carry those big bottles of Stella Rose wine. I can walk there it’s going to be my favorite gas station,” says Lupe Garcia.
For the latest news in real-time join the conversation in our Facebook group with over 70,000 members: Victor Valley News


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Delta Air Lines
today announced it will acquire
for $1.8 billion, in a move aimed at linking smaller local markets to Delta's national and international hubs.
Also today, both Delta and
reported earnings that exceeded analysts' expectations.
Delta is offering $23.50 a share for Comair, or a 31% premium over Friday's closing price, to buy 78% of the Cincinnati-based company that it does not already own. The deal continues Delta's effort to connect regional jets to its larger hubs, the company said. Delta acquired
Atlantic Southeast Airlines
earlier this year.
Some analysts see another advantage: Buying the company eliminates a potentially problematic negotiation that was coming up later this year when a code-share agreement which enabled Comair customers primarily from cities in the Midwest and Florida to fly to Delta's hubs in Cincinnati and Orlando was set to expire.
"It basically gives them control," said Helane Becker, an analyst with
Buckingham Research Group
, which has not done any underwriting for Delta. "I'm sure this would have been a very difficult negotiation, given the many personalities that would have been involved."
Shares of Comair surged in
trading today, rising 5 1/8 to 23 at midday. Delta's stock was up 1/16 at 50 3/16 on the
New York Stock Exchange
"Comair is a highly successful regional airline with strong and respected leadership and an outstanding record of financial and operational performance," Leo F. Mullin, Delta's president and chief executive, said in a statement. "That has tremendous value to our system as we build for the future."
The deal is expected to lead to just a few -- if any -- job cuts at Comair, Delta said. Comair executives will move into Delta's management.
Meanwhile, both Delta and Continental were able to beat analysts' projections even though they said their profits were dulled by losses incurred from Hurricane Floyd, causing numerous flight cancellations.
But Becker, of Buckingham Research Group, was not impressed in either case. Both companies had warned Wall Street several months ago that original expectations would not be attained, leading analysts to adjust their figures downward.
"Yeah, they exceeded reduced expectations, but they still weren't the expectations that they thought they would reach three months ago," said Becker, who rates Delta as a market performer and Continental as a buy. "I wouldn't put too much stock in it."
Delta reported net income for the first fiscal quarter of $290 million, or $1.96 a diluted share. A poll of analysts by
First Call/Thomson Financial
had estimated the airline would post $1.91 a share.Including gains from investment sales and one-time charges, the Atlanta-based company reported net income of $352 million, or $2.38 a diluted share. In the comparable quarter for 1998, Delta earned $327 million, or $2.08 a share. Delta reported revenues grew 2% to $3.88 billion from $3.81 billion in the 1998 third quarter.
Continental reported third-quarter net income of $110 million, or $1.53 a diluted share. Analysts polled by First Call had estimated that the Houston-based airline would earn $1.47 a share. In the year-earlier quarter, the airline earned $73 million, or 97 cents, after a one-time charge of $77 million. Continental's revenue rose 8% to $2.28 billion from $2.1 billion in the comparable quarter last year.
At midday, Continental's stock was trading up 1/4 at 36 5/16 on the NYSE.

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Breaking News from Geraldine
Find the latest Geraldine News from the most up to date source on all headlines and breaking stories from around the world.
Guntersville City Schools on lockdown as authorities search for 3 escaped inmates
MARSHALL COUNTY, AL (WAFF) -All Guntersville City Schools are on lockdown after five inmates escaped the county jail on Tuesday morning. Investigators tell us that the search for the inmates is happening near Guntersville Elementary School.All Marshall County Schools are on a Code Yellow, which is a
Cullman woman, Arab man charged with capital murder in death of Birmingham couple
The Tribune's Birmingham news partner, WVTM13, reported late Tuesday night that Zachary Taylor Phillips, 23, and Kristen Leigh Gullion, 30, are each charged with capital murder and burglary in the Aug. 2 slayings of 68-year-old Joe Holt and his wife, 67-year-old Mary Holt.
Five missing Marshall County inmates back in custody
Five missing inmates from the Marshall County Jail are now in custody.Marshall County Sheriff Scott Walls said as of 2:30 p.m., inmates Benjamin Cameron, Baldemar Davilla, Adam Dean, Damon Dempsey and Brian White were apprehended and placed back in the jail.Walls said Dean and Dempsey were back in c
Inmates escaped Marshall County jail through ventilation system, sheriff says
Brian Eugene White, Benjamin Justin Cameron, Baldemar Davila, Damon Blade Dempsey and Adam Bouchelhi Dean escaped sometime between 5:30-5:45 a.m., according to the sheriff's office.
North Alabama man pleads guilty to 'horrific' sex abuse of 4 young girls
Wesley Newman, of Arab, pleaded guilty to five counts of first-degree sodomy, one count of sexual abuse of a child under the age of 12, and two counts of first-degree sexual abuse. His plea came as jury selection was to begin in his trial, said Blount County District Attorney Pamela Casey.
More charges against the Dade County chase suspect - WDEF
Third Degree Burglary, 5 counts of Attempted Assault on a Police Officer, Attempted to Elude Law Enforcement, Tampering with Evidence, Reckless Endangerment, several traffic violations and Criminal Littering.
Alabama Pastor Says He's Going to Stand His Ground If Truck Is Vandalized With Racist Graffiti..Again
Screenshot: YouTubeA pastor in Gadsden, Ala., is fed up with racists after his truck was vandalized with racist graffiti, and says the next time it happens, he’s going to “stand his ground”.Pastor K. Solomon Williams, a preacher at Piedmont’s Mount Pleasant CME Church, woke up on Sunday and saw that
Woman tells investigators she used drugs while pregnant
GADSDEN, Ala. (AP) — Authorities in Alabama say a woman who told investigators she used drugs while pregnant has been arrested.News outlets report deputies found a pipe with residue in the vehicle of 25-year-old Felicia Rae Mitchell during a traffic stop. The Attalla woman was initially charged with
2 Alabama cities on list of worst places to raise children
24/7 WallStreetlooked at a number of education, health and safety measures to determine where children face the greatest struggles. The ratings include information on preschool enrollment and high school graduation rates, as well as access to areas for physical activity and violent crime rates.
Overnight standoff in Gadsden ends with two arrests
Early Tuesday morning, Gadsden police arrived to a home on White Ave. and say a female victim ran from the home without her four children, leaving two suspects inside the home.
Koch Foods announces $80 million expansion in Gadsden, to hire 200
The expansion, announced at the Gadsden City Council today, involved the City of Gadsden's Economic Development team and Gadsden Industrial Development Authority.
Anniston man involved in death of woman, arrested, authorities say
An Anniston man has been arrested for his involvement in the death of Cheyenne Humphries, 22, of Attalla, Sheriff Todd Entrekin said.
Efforts renewed to push back school start dates in Alabama
Labor Day falls on September 3 this year, meaning if the plan was in place, no schools could start before August 20.
Pastor targeted with racist vandalism
Reverend K. Solomon Williams and his family woke up Sunday to find the windows in his pickup truck smashed in, the tires slashed, and a hose strung into the passenger side of the vehicle filling it with water.
Work behind MSMF was amazing
The one thing that amazed me about theMain Street Music Festivalwas that it was here today and gone tomorrow — by that I mean all of the infrastructure that put it in place.There was a lot of hard work that went into getting the festival area prepared for the big weekend. Passing along Main Street o
Lawn equipment replaced after stolen from Gadsden children
GADSDEN, Ala. — Lawn equipment were replaced around noon Sunday after they were stolen from four Gadsden siblings who participated inthe 50 Yard Challenge, according to the founder of the Raising Men Lawn Care Service.
Boaz police chase suspect arrested in Albertville
Albertville police said they responded to a burglary call on Turnpike Road just after 8 a.m. Friday and found Jeremy Sonny Lee Kimbrell, 38, asleep in a lake house near a private lake.
Newman Technology celebrates five years in Albertville
Gov. Kay Ivey came to Albertville to give her “stamp of approval” to Newman Technology at its fifth anniversary celebration on Friday.Jeff Thomas, Newman Technology plant manager in Albertville, said this was a celebration that was five years in the making.“We broke ground here in 2012 and we starte
Motorcycle crash kills Russellville man
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ala. - This morning at 8:30 police were called about a motorcycle that crashed on AL. 33 near CR 31, which is 3 miles north of Moulton.
Dozens of animals rescued from home in DeKalb County
DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Rainsville Police say at least 50 cats and dogs are being removed from a home on Fortner Street because of inadequate living conditions.Police say a vet clinic alerted authorities about the animals, complaining that they weren’t in good condition when they were brought in.The o

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Wine tasting, food, drinks & a rodeo, what could be better? Get in the cowboy spirit at the Santa Ynez Valley Equestrian Center.
4th Annual Endless Summer Dream
Sat, Sep 16, 2018 - 4:00pm
Fashion, food and fun in the sun —Dream Foundation’s 4th annual Endless Summer Dream event and After-Party will be held at the picturesque Nesbitt Estate in Summerland, overlooking the ocean.
Shuck & Swallow at the Canary
Sun, Sep 16, 2018 - 1:00pm
Shuck & Swallow returns to the Canary Hotel rooftop! Join us in cheering on representatives from Santa Barbara's top restaurants as they race to shuck and swallow the most oysters.
Outside in Equinox
Fri, Sept 21 - Mon, Sept 24, 2018
Featuring art, a refreshing lineup of speakers and workshops, and music by OOKAY, Shallou, Justin Jay, and so many more Outside In Equinox is a celebration of the changing season through the discovery of the future yet to come.
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It’s time for Apple’s annual fall product event, and we’re expecting some big iPhone news — literally. Apple is expected to reveal larger-screened smartphones & so much more.


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The itchy or painful butt is a daily occurrence in any veterinary hospital. Dogs and cats itch it, scratch it, lick it,and scoot on it. There can be many causes, but I’ll talk about the most common ones. If the description fits your pet’s symptoms, you may be able to help the situation.
The most common causes of itchy butt in both dogs and cats are flea bites. Fleas are hard to spot unless you are patient and have really good light. Look for the fast moving dark specks at the tail head, along the back and neck, and lighter belly of both dogs and cats. Fleas especially love to hang round the face, neck, and ears of cats!! You may spot small dark specks between the hairs and against the skin of lighter areas. These small dark specks may be either flea poop or dirt. Flea combs are a great way to look for fleas or “flea dirt” (which is really flea poop). When wet down on a light paper towel, flea dirt will turn red(that’s because fleas are blood suckers and poop blood), where real dirt will just be a brown smudge or black speck. Even if you don’t see fleas, just a few bites can make a sensitive dog or cat very itchy, just like a mosquito bite is much worse for those sensitive people. Rinsing a pet in a white bathtub or sink with the plug in will sometimes help you spot the pesky varmints. Fleas can be part of a pets itchy butt problem or the whole problem.
Many pets have multiple allergies that can cause an itchy butt and getting rid of fleas may or may not completely solve butt problems . Fleas are the most common cause of hind end itching and pretty easily treated. Flea control products need to be used monthly on all pets for at least a few months. Depending on the number of fleas in your house and yard ,the number carried by neighborhood cats and dogs in your area, and the amount of shady moist areas in your pet’s world, you may need to address fleas year round or just during “the season” which is usually warmer weather in the spring, summer, and fall. You can use topical flea control, oral flea control, or natural flea control(rinsing or bathing pets , diatomaceous earth on floors and carpets ,and nematodes in the yard to eat baby fleas, garlic in dog food, lemon spray repellent) . Some dogs and cats may be very sensitive to the topical chemical on their neck and back, or may become nauseous with oral flea control. You may have to try different products for one that works best for your budget, lifestyle, and your pet’s sensitivities.
Many people like myself are not as comfortable feeding or applying pesticides(flea control) to their pets constantly. I’m not so sure it’s healthy for them and I don’t want pesticides all over me or my family either! Feeding more oils and adding raw meat to the diet may help natural defenses kick in. For millions of years dogs and cats repelled fleas with a secretion by their sebaceous glands of the skin. The low amount of fat and healthy oils ion the diet may have crippled that effective system. ( That’s why I add healthy oils and feed cooked and raw meat to my pets …it’s more natural!!)Putting a very small amount of garlic flakes or garlic may also really help in dogs. I have read and used 1/4 clove per 30 pounds a couple times a week (for dogs only). Fish oil capsules (1-4 daily depending on the size of pet) and brewers yeast as well as other natural ingredients may help the skin repel those invaders!
The incidence of mast cell tumors has skyrocketed in the same period of the advent of topical flea control. I have no data, just suspicions. That’s why natural prevention (better diet with more oils), using a better oral product(comfortis or trifexis), or natural repellents and treatments appeals to me.
Irritated or full anal glands may cause licking, scooting, and straining. These glands may become inflamed and full from eating food, treats, or chews containing wheat or other allergens. They also may be full because the plumbing is too small for proper drainage. Toy breeds were bred to be small and may have faulty pipes, just like my garbage disposal outlet pipe that gets plugged. Too little fiber in the diet may not massage the stinky stuff out the gland. Adding 1 tsp-tbsp of pumpkin to the diet may help. Restricting the common allergens may help an irritated gland clear up.It may take one of the following meats (chicken, duck, fish, venison, rabbit, kangaroo) with potato if a pet is really allergic.
A cat that strains in the box or won’t use the box may have sore anal glands that are really full. I wouldn’t want to use the box if it hurt every time I tried to use it. Cats that are straining may act like they have a bladder infection or urinary blockage, when it’s really a sore butt!
Food allergies can also cause an itchy butt, scooting, or a small amount of red blood in the stool. Always feed your pet hypoallergenic treats, chews, and pill pockets. These are the most common cause of an itchy, sore, butt. Biscuits, chews, or food containing wheat, beef or less common allergens like chicken and rice may cause a soft stool, itchy butt, scooting, and other medical problems like red blood in the stool, seizures, bladder issues, ear infections, and infections of the skin.
That’s why I wrote both the books I list on this website, Dog Dish Diet and Feed Your Pet to Avoid the Vet. If you feed your pet better hypoallergenic ingredients, more healthy oils, and less calories, they may recover from so many medical issues. In fact the number of visits per pet has decreased in my veterinary clinic due to my consistent nutritional counseling. That saves my clients lots of money and prevents needless suffering for their pets. Check the description of my books out at
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Watson is also the first Irish platform diver to qualify for the games.
19 year-old athlete Tanya Watson has made history as the first female Irish diver to qualify for the Olympic Games.
In a FINA Diving World Cup event that took place in Tokyo, Watson secured her place in the upcoming games.
In the Women’s 10m Platform round, Watson finished in 16th place with 271.58 points.
Yesterday, Team Ireland confirmed that Watson had qualified for the Olympics on their social media pages:
“Diving into the history books is Tanya Watson who has become the first Irish female diver to qualify for the Olympics.
“Tanya was 16th in the preliminary round of the Women’s 10m Platform with 271.58 points at the FINA Diving World Cup 2021.”
Watson’s result is slightly off from her personal best.
Diving into the history books is Tanya Watson who has become the first Irish female diver to qualify for the Olympics #Tokyo2020
— Team Ireland (@TeamIreland) May 4, 2021
In 2018, Tanya competed in the European Championships at age 16. She finished in 7th place. She then went on to compete in the Youth Olympics, where she nabbed 5th place.
As well as being the first female Irish diver to qualify for the games, Watson has the honour of being the first Irish platform diver to make it to the Olympics.
Hoping to join Tanya in Tokyo this year are her fellow divers Ciara McGing and Oliver Dingley.
McGing missed out on automatic qualification after finishing in 23rd place in the Women’s 10m Platform event. Later this month, the diver will learn if she qualifies as the remainder of unused places will be filled according to world rankings.
Dingley, meanwhile, will compete tomorrow morning in the Men’s 3m Springboard event. The diver previously represented Ireland in the 2016 Rio Olympics, where he finished in 8th place.
The Tokyo Olympics are due to take place this summer between 23 July and 8 August. The games had to be postponed by a year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.


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Not that anyone asked, but yes, there is a whole new season of anime that came out for Winter 2016, and Crunchyroll (or whatever source you’re getting your anime from) has got a hefty amount of them, too! But due to a change of pace this year, along with some other crazy things going on in my life, I won’t be doing a full preview of the new shows that interest me the most. Sorry!
If you must have a straight answer from me, the reason I’ve decided not to share what I’m watching is because I just don’t have a lot of time to devote to watching anime right now. I began actively discussing anime about three years ago as a form of therapy. Having simulcasts gave me something to look forward to each day of the week, much like anyone who has ever watched a good TV show the moment the latest episode broadcasts. And like any other good show, it was something I actively wanted to discuss with friends, family, complete strangers, who knows?
But at the height of my activities, talking about anime wasn’t so much fun as I thought it was when I had started. I may have only been clocking about 12 hours a week to watching anime, but the reality was that anime took up a large chunk of my life. Friends would call me an “anime guru,” as I would gladly give them a list of things to watch, quite literally, from my memory. It didn’t matter to me whether I liked or hated the series I recommended, so long as I thought they might enjoy it. While some of them would respond back, letting me know that they have at least given the time to watch something, there were many times when I was left wondering if they even bothered to look into it.
That’s not to say that they’re terrible people for not getting back to me. I can forgive them for that because there are times when even I forget to respond back to their requests. On the other hand, there are times when I wonder to myself what I’m getting out of talking about anime. If I have friends, I can talk to them about something other than anime and manga or do something else with them regardless of that medium. For awhile, it seemed like I had friends like that, but times change, and more acquaintances would show up, only to talk to me about anime as if I was their anime librarian (or perhaps even their anime shark). What I thought was just an idle hobby became more meaningful to me, and it’s clear to me that I took off with it like a passion. But over time, I realized that my involvement with anime became too overwhelming. I had to take a step back somewhere to rethink what all of this means to me, from promoting shows that I like to discussing them in a way that seems meaningful to others.
Before you ask, NO, this does not mean that I’m not watching anything. Anime may have taken up a lot of my time, but I don’t blame it at all for my current anxieties. I will still be writing full anime reviews from time to time, maybe even get around to talking about the newest shows that are airing right now. I still believe that watching and discussing anime is therapeutic, but that has to be done in a smart way (which typically means minimizing whatever inhibits anxieties), or it won’t work. I don’t have an answer for that either, but taking a step back from what I’m doing normally might help.
As I begin to unpack what anime means to me, I will say this: I don’t talk about anime for the fans. As important as it is to know your friends from your enemies, we don’t always agree with each other. Let’s stop denying that we have our tastes and our opinions will divide us, even when our aunties or uncles try to put fans together just because they both share an interest in this “anime” phenomenon.
One of the reasons I never give a numeric rating on some scale for things that I watch is because my thoughts on a show don’t boil down scientifically to something we can half-heartedly agree upon. And even if I did give a number for shows somewhere, it hardly means anything because I’m most likely going to change it in the future. To me, you can measure concrete things with numbers such as the length of an episode or the number of people watching a show at any given time. But something more complex like an entire series cannot be measured in numbers or descriptions. The value comes from what can be said about it, beyond a summary, beyond a conversation starter like “who’s your favorite character” or “what is this show like?” That’s another reason I prefer not to compare shows from one to another, although I do admit to filtering some things out based on my impressions of shows like it.
But if you must know what it is I’m excited for this season, or shows that caught my attention, I will say that I am at least watching whatever was left over from the past season that continues on into this one, but you wouldn’t know what those are unless you’ve been stalking me! I am also watching the show where my featured image comes from: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju, in case you didn’t know.
So if you want to know what’s a good anime to watch this season, there are plenty of other sources to find out. But if you want my immediate opinions about Crunchyroll simulcasts, I may let you know if I ever get around to reviewing them. But in the immediacy, know that I am also a human being, prone to my own preferences, and not having time for every last thing out there.

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Among the many changes that we have encountered over the past few months, staying active has remained an option. Daily routines have drastically shifted and finding ways to spend some newly discovered free time has given us the opportunity to get moving! While this is the perfect release for the mind, body, and soul, there are some things to keep in mind for the protection of the health and safety of you and your fellow outdoor advocates.
Here are 5 things to keep in mind before you head out for your run/walk:
Keep it Solo
For the time being, running and walking should be spent alone or with someone in your household. Seek out safe areas where you can workout alone or maintain at least six feet between yourself and others, when in passing, to reduce the risk of spreading the virus. Group running should be avoided in an effort to protect you and your fellow runners/walkers. Listening to music, podcasts, or an audiobook can be great ways to pass the time and keep you motivated while moving!
The most important thing is still to run alone on routes where you can practice safe physical distancing.Jordan Smith, Runner’s World
Do I Need to Keep My Face Covered While Running/Walking Outside?
CDCguidelines have yet to make a specific recommendation for masks during physical activity. If your physical activity outside means that you might come in contact with others, and the 6ft social distancing protocol might not be possible, it is a good idea to wear a fabric mask. Keep in mind that masks do not mean that you shouldn’t adhere to 6ft social distancing protocol.The CDC has recommended “wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) to help reduce the spread of the virus from spreading between people interacting in close proximity.” Matt Ferrari Ph.D., associate professor of biology in the Eberly College of Science, and a researcher with the Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics at Penn State explained that, “these announcements should mean to athletes, and to everyone, is that the situation we are in is very serious. And that we all need to consider the consequences of our individual actions on the community around us.”
Not Feeling Well? Keep Inside & Take A Rest Day
As runners/walkers, it can be hard to slow down! If you are feeling ill in any way, stay indoors. This is a time to prioritize health over fitness. Rest days can be just as important to training than the training, itself. Always take in to consideration any stress or strain affecting your mental and physical health. Plan your activities accordingly. We’re all in this together, give yourself and others kindness and grace.
Keep Moving Anywhere
Options for working out at home are at your finger tips 24/7! If you are unable or not interested in going outdoors to workout, there are endless options to get moving indoors: -Check out your favorite, local gym, or studio and see if they offer online classes. -Several national brands such as lululemon, Core Power Yoga, and Nike Run Club are offering free guide workouts and training plans. -Create your own workout! Jumping jacks, squats with your canine, and salsa dancing are all forms of movement.
Keep Peace of Mind
We are runners and walkers in uncharted times. Doing your part by keeping you and others safe is of utmost importance. Staying informed, staying home, and staying healthy are the best “steps to take” If you feel like taking extra precautions for your own peace of mind, that is always a good thing! For the most up-to-date information, check resources like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO)regularly.


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Graph Paper Google Search Grid Paper Printable Graph Paper – Graph paper, also known as dot paper, is a form of paper that has been created to be used by artists. Dot paper, like most graph paper, has a quantity of designs, but it also attributes other characteristics. Dot paper, like many other graph paper, can be produced using various types of ink and may also feature additional results, such as smearing or perhaps coloring the ink. Dot paper may be printed utilizing a selection of methods, and can even be downloaded from a number of websites.
Dot paper, also known as dot grid paper, is much like traditional graph paper in that there are usually traces current, but instead than traces there are holes. It is a fantastic alternative to the typical grid look, which is frequently used by designers. With dots rather of solid lines, this type of paper can be more useful for architects and designers. In addition to this, getting dots instead of solid lines may also be useful for many game developers.
There are numerous sites that offer printable free graph paper in various sizes. If you have a printer, you can print out graph paper that will be perfect for any project. Just remember to create sure that you use paper that is ideal for your tasks and not as well thin or as well thick.
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The Centers for Disease Control confirmed today what epidemiologists have been saying for at least eight months, which is you don't need to keep disinfecting surfaces and decontaminating your groceries when they are conveniently delivered to your doorstep because the coronavirus doesn't spread by surface contact.
This is not to say that it is never possible for a person to get COVID-19 from a contaminated surface, but experts have said there has not yet been a confirmed case of this, and most agree that the chances of such an infection are very, very slim. Hand-washing is still encouraged, sure — and other diseases spread this way so why not? But, as of Thursday, the CDC may finally be putting an end to the need for the sort of hygiene theater that many, many businesses are still performing.
"People can be [infected] with the virus that causes Covid-19 through contact with contaminated surfaces and objects,” said CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky during a White House briefing earlier this week. “However, evidence has demonstrated that the risk by this route of infection of transmission is actually low."
The agency also updated its official cleaning protocols for workplaces and schools, which still discus surface contamination as a possible hazard. But they now say that full disinfection of a space — beyond standard daily cleaning — isn't necessary unless COVID infection is high in a particular area, there is a "low number of people wearing masks," or if an infected person has been in a space in the last 24 hours.
As the New York Times reports, multiple experts in the field praised the updates, but they go further to say things in more absolute terms.
"There’s really no evidence that anyone has ever gotten Covid-19 by touching a contaminated surface," says Linsey Marr, an airborne virus expert at Virginia Tech. She adds that the appearance of surfaces being cleaned simply "makes people feel safer."
And Emanuel Goldman, a microbiologist at Rutgers University, says, "This is a virus you get by breathing. It’s not a virus you get by touching."
Early in the pandemic, there was widespread misinformation about the primary sources of infection — with health officials and experts initially insisting that the virus was only spread through large respiratory droplets. Here in the Bay Area, that led to one county health officer in Solano County insisting that offices could stay open as long people had their own cubicles. Solano County initially did not follow the rest of the region in enacting a stay-at-home order, but within about a week they did, and then Health Officer Dr. Bela Matyas jumped the gun on reopening indoor restaurants in May as well.
Within a month or two, it became clear that face masks were necessary to reduce transmission risk, and that outbreaks were occurring in indoor spaces regardless of how well people washed or sanitized their hands.
But over a year since pandemic lockdowns began in the U.S., people are still obsessed with Clorox wipes and the Chase Center is still talking about spraying down seats with electrostatic disinfecting sprayers.
Dr. Walensky said in her Monday briefing, "In most cases, fogging, fumigation and wide-area or electrostatic spraying is not recommended as a primary method of disinfection and has several safety risks to consider."
Dr. Joseph Allen, a building safety expert at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, expressed relief at the CDC's new stance, and tells the Times, "This should be the end of deep cleaning," and "This frees up a lot of organizations to spend that money better" that they were spending on all this "hygiene theater."
Photo: Kelly Sikkema


Filmbites' young stars shine
Now in its thirteenth year, West Australian film industry academy, Filmbites, celebrated its awards nights as one of its alumni appeared in the new US television thriller, Hunters.
Founding director, Hallie McKeig was thrilled with Shannon Berry's achievement.
'Shannon succeeded in auditions that had trawled both the US and Australia for the right actor for the part. She is a previous winner of the Media Super Outstanding Achievement Award and had been with us for four years.
'Not only is it a great result for Filmbites, it's an inspirational story that will drive our other students,' Hallie said.
Filmbites offers expert tuition in filmmaking, acting, acting for screen, animation and gaming, based on curricula developed over ten years. Each year, over two nights, the school celebrates the achievements of its student.
'For those who demonstrate an absolute commitment to their craft, who are generous, inclusive and bring an energetic leadership, Media Super offers an Outstanding Achievement and Commitment Award.
'It is that kind of application, perseverance and dedication that is essential to survival in our industry, and to have it rewarded early in a career points the way forward,' Hallie said.
The juniors are recognised for their class work at a screening lasting one–and–a–half hours before an audience of around 250 friends and family. This year's Junior Media Super Outstanding Achievement Awards went to actors Jack O'Neill, who also played in The Red Balloon for the WA State Theatre Company last year, and actress Briana Amos, a recent student who has quickly demonstrated a rare aptitude.
Senior students are sub–divided into intermediate, advanced and intensive. As they progress through the levels, they first take responsibility for their own two–minute film, using fellow students as cast and crew. This boiler house of creativity gives students a heightened experience of the importance of pre–production, trust in fellow creators and the fundamental importance of a story.
'While living in an advanced technological age allows access to equipment that couldn't even be imagined 10 years ago, the story remains paramount. And that's our focus. You can have as much sophisticated tech as you like, but without a well–structured story idea, the film won't work,' Hallie said.
The senior awards night celebrates the two–minute films by the filmmakers, and ensemble films by the advanced actors. Each is judged by outside industry professionals.
'We get their expertise and it allows students to begin to create the all–important network that underpins success in our industry,' she said.
There were four winners – two from filmmaking, Jordan Paolillo and Connor Fantasia–Serve, and two actors, Sam Dunlop and Blake Hay.
Media Super's Relationship Manager, Patrick Homeman presented winners with a contribution towards their continuing tuition, a major incentive to students to put in the work and a bulwark against losing young talent.
'The students really appreciate Patrick's presence, congratulations and encouragement. For them, he represents our industry taking an interest in what they do, and this is the kind of timely support that helps drive them on,' Hallie said.
Filmbite premiere night videos
Junior screening: https://vimeo.com/166160560
Senior screening: https://vimeo.com/162940238


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Somerset elections set for 2022
Today the Secretary of State has announced the date of elections to the new Somerset Unitary Authority. These will take place in May 2022. Good news in terms of moving the process forward. But a small mountain of work for council staff, returning officers and all those who must now make it happen.
David Fothergill, Leader of Somerset County Council, said: “I welcome the Minister’s decision and the clarity it brings to the coming months. We now all know when the first election to the new Somerset Council will be. The confirmation of continuing authority status will make the process of building a new Somerset Council far more straightforward.”
Given the tight deadline it seems certain that there will now need to be 110 councillors for these initial elections. With no time for a boundary review, the only option is to use existing County Council “divisions” (constituencies). By having two councillors elected for each of the 55 divisions, elections can go ahead with a minimum of fuss.
Reacting to the Government’s publication of the Structural Change order for the creation of a new Somerset council, Leader of South Somerset District Council Val Keitch said:
“I am very pleased to see that the Structural Change Order published today ends any uncertainty and confirms that elections must take place in May 2022. It is vital that Somerset’s voice is heard throughout this process.
“We will continue to work together as five councils to ensure we create a new authority which delivers the best future for Somerset.”
The Secretary of State has also announced that Somerset County Council will indeed be a continuing authority. This is one of the more controversial aspects of the changes. It means that the county council continues as an entity. It then “swallows up” the districts to become one enlarged unitary. Then it will change name.
The advantage of this, is that employees get continuity of employment. It provides consistency of other benefits too. The risk, is that county council departments will not be reformed to the same degree as district council functions will be.
The proof as ever will be in the eating. Meanwhile a committee of representatives of the four districts and county council are working on the future. There are no doubt exciting times ahead.
But as the Chinese curse goes “may you live in interesting times”….


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Onslow County Animal Services is encouraging residents to spread some love to an animal in need this month.
The 2nd annual Adopt-A-Sweetheart celebration will take place Saturday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pet owners may have their photos taken with their new valentine pet for $5 and receive free gifts with their pet adoption. The event will feature vendors and will give guests an opportunity to obtain rabies vaccination for their cat or dog for $10.
Onslow County Animal Services is also holding a call-out for additional volunteers. Individuals interested in volunteering are invited to attend the volunteer information session and orientation from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 p.m.
A special adoption fee of $105 for dogs and $75 for cats will be in effect from Feb. 13-16 for the special event. Adopters can usually take their new pet home the same day. Forms of payment include cash, and credit card (Visa or MasterCard only).
Onslow County Animal Services is located at 244 Georgetown Road in Jacksonville. The adoption hours are: Monday through Thursdays From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays from noon to 3 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. until noon and 1 until 3 p.m. Additional hours may be scheduled for special events.
For additional information about this and other programs offered by Onslow County Animal Services, call 910-455-0182 or visit onslowcountync.gov/animalservices.

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关于”道德扶不扶老人“的英语作文模板5篇，作文题目：Can morality help the elderly。以下是关于道德扶不扶老人的初中英语模板，每篇作文均为高分模板带翻译。
高分英语作文1：Can morality help the elderly
Should we help the old people who fall down on the street? We should help the old people who fall down on the street. Some people are not willing to help the old people who fall down in the street. They refuse to help the elderly because they think they can't give the elderly proper medical care because they lack professional skills.
Another main reason is that they are afraid that if they help me with the elderly, we will It is a traditional Chinese virtue to help the elderly who fall down on the street. If we meet an old man who falls down on the street, it is a traditional Chinese virtue to respect and take care of the elderly. We can call the medical center and help him or her.
I hope our society is less indifferent and more warm.
On February 1, the first award ceremony of Jiangsu Province's 100 young people's moral models and top 10 moral models was held in Suzhou, Eastern China's Jiangsu Province. One year old girl from Yangzhou City, Guan Zhongpei, was awarded one of the top ten virtue youth models. One of the hot topics to win the Title was to help an old man who did not care about passers-by against falling down and a little girl in a ponytail The child picked up a one-year-old man from the ground and escorted him to the hospital.
On September 9, Guan Zhongpei was on her way home from school to have lunch on her electric bicycle. She found an old man with a pale face lying on the side of the road with a painful expression on her face. Many people surrounded her, but no one dared to lend a helping hand without consideration.
Guan Zhongpei went to help the old man and some onlookers reminded her not to help him up, otherwise you would cause trouble for yourself If they fall down, they will get support from others. Guan Zhongpei and my classmates will also lend a helping hand.
Should we help the elderly? Should we help the elderly? There has been a heated discussion in the society about whether or not to help the elderly. People are hesitant to help the elderly. They are worried that the main reasons for helping the elderly have their own reasons.
People may get into trouble. In fact, there are reports that several helpers have been framed as lawbreakers and sentenced to financial compensation. This phenomenon prevents people from trying to help the elderly.
I think this tragedy should not happen in order to help the elderly People in need of help should vigorously advocate and protect the interests of the helpers. Only in this way can the elderly get timely assistance, and on the other hand, the enthusiastic people will not suffer losses.

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The 5 most impactful findings from National Geographic’s ‘Science of Sleep’ issue
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These are the 10 most stressed cities in the U.S.
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FOBO is secretly ruining your life – here’s how to escape it
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This is why you may want to take a bath, instead of a shower, after a stressful day
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This CEO dropped everything and moved to Bali and it changed his life completely
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The Mattawa River Writers Festival is now an online affair. I’ll be speaking, reading, and holding a Q and A via Zoom beginning at 2:30 PM Eastern on April 22nd. Register here. All MWRF events are now free, but donations are accepted and appreciated, as this is the Canadian Ecology Centre’s big annual fundraiser. Hope you’ll join me and witness my fumbling attempts to master the technology. It’s a great lineup; I’d suggest making a day of it, if you’re free.
UPDATE: the event was recorded, and it’s now up on YouTube. Enjoy?


WORKS: Die Eroberung von Mexico
PERFORMER: Richard Salter, Renate Behle, Carmen Fugiss, Susanne Otto, Peter Kollek; Hamburg State Opera Chorus, Hamburg Philharmonic State Orchestra/Ingo Metzmacher
CATALOGUE NO: 999 185-2 DDD
Wolfgang Rihm’s latest work for the stage was unveiled in Hamburg a year ago. It seemed then, and now on disc too, one of the most vivid pieces of music theatre of the last decade, a magnificent fusion of Rihm’s dramatic and musical gifts in a score of immense range and lyric power. Die Eroberung von Mexico (The Conquest of Mexico) deals with the arrival in the New World of Cortez and his conquistadores. The destruction of the Aztec civilisation is crystallised in the confrontation between Cortez and the Aztec god-king Montezuma at the heart of Rihm’s work. The libretto is based upon a scenario by Artaud, but typically Rihm has grafted on material drawn from the poetry of Octavio Paz and Mexican folklore. He sets it all to music of great sweep and imagination, full of thrilling orchestral and choral effects, with sensuous lyrical lines and fiercely challenging climaxes.
This performance was recorded during the Hamburg run, with splendid singing, especially from Richard Salter as Cortez and the soprano Renate Behle as Montezuma. It has the theatrical advantage of immediacy, and the disadvantage of indifferent sound, with intermittant background buzzes and hums. The shortcomings are minor, though. In Rihm’s already distinguished output Die Eroberung von Mexico surely now takes pride of place. Andrew Clements


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August 21, 2017
Work to finish ice wall at crippled plant to begin
The operator of the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant will begin the final phase of creating an underground ice wall on Tuesday.
Tokyo Electric Power Company started the work 17 months ago, with the aim of preventing groundwater from entering reactor buildings and getting contaminated with radioactive substances.
The 1.5-kilometer ice barrier is deemed a key step to curb the buildup of tainted water at the plant.
The soil is frozen by sending liquid at minus 30 degrees Celsius into pipes buried around the buildings. But the utility has left a 7-meter section unfrozen, fearing the sudden fall in groundwater levels around the buildings.
There were concerns that the difference of water levels in and outside the reactor buildings would cause tainted water inside to leak out.
But last Tuesday, the Nuclear Regulation Authority said safety measures are ready and gave its approval to freeze of the final section.
Officials of the utility say they will carefully monitor the freezing process of the remaining section.
They say it may take longer to fully freeze than other areas, because the flow of groundwater has been concentrated in that section.
The officials expect that the wall, when completed, will reduce the inflow of groundwater to the buildings from 140 tons a day to less than 100 tons.