text: Description This collection is comprised of photographs of downtown Atlanta, Georgia, and include images of Terminal Station, Underground Atlanta, and Loew's Grand Theater. Photographs of Terminal Station were taken in 1971 shortly before it closed and include images of the front facade and architectural details. Photographs of Underground Atlanta were taken in 1968 and include graffiti-laden walls and faded murals of defunct businesses that were in the area. Photographs of Loew's Grand Theater were taken on the day it caught fire in 1978 and include images of the fire in progress and the surrounding damage. The collection also includes images of storefronts and small businesses such as the Atlanta Upholstering Shop, and the Zebra Lounge., Berry O. Pyron (1922-2002) was a physicist at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Mr. Pyron was an Atlanta native and photography enthusiast who recorded the city's history for posterity. He was married to Amy Collins Pyron.


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DOS - 1984
Also available on: Commodore 64
Description of Q*bert
Discover Q*bert (also known as Snots and Boogers, Q*bert for Game Boy, Gottlieb's Q*bert, Cubert, Ｑバート), an excellent game of 1984. With isometric, bird's-eye view perspective, the publisher Parker Brothers had wonderful ideas around arcade.
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jlcoverdell 2015-01-21 0 point DOS version
Oh man this takes me way back. Was my favorite game on Atari. been looking everywhere for a copy to play on the pc.
I use dosblaster to open and play games through dosbox since I find dosbox cumbersome. No having to type commands to mount. Just unzip into separate folder and look for batch or exe file to place it then just click and it opens in dosbox and away you go.
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What is Otacore? Artists Music Stream
Otacore is a name coined by the Every Noise at Once project in conjunction with Spotify to describe music with heavy origin or basis in fan communities, such as those for anime. Otacore is short for “Otaku Core”.
Otacore music is music fan music. Or in other words music based on games, movies and TV series. A music genre made up of songs with heavy origins or basis in fan communities, such as those for anime. A large portion of this genre is made up of J-Pop.
Probably another genre that an artist named his/her music. I’m guessing Otaku-Core music, where Otaku is Japanese and Core music is probably Hardcore or maybe some other sort of core music, which often has heavy chorus/drop and includes breakdown. So it probably may be heavy Japanese music. Although it can also include Nightcore that is pitching everything up.
Here is a song that I found that represents what I’m trying to say –
What is Otacore? Artists Music Stream 2021
You also won’t get the meaning of the word Otacore from Wikipedia. Although Otacore Word is related to music. You must have heard words like pop music, hip hop, remixes.
Likewise, Otacore is also a musical genre. What is related to the game. Here you will find the meaning of the core of Ota, listening to the music of Otacore, artists of Otacore, and many more.
I’m guessing Otaku-Core music, where Otaku is Japanese and Core music is probably hardcore or maybe some other kind of core music, which often has heavy chorus / drop and includes ventilation.
So it’s probably heavy Japanese music. Although it may also include Nightcore which sets everything in place.
If Spotify says, it’s probably a genre. Still, we would like to know what this genre really is, and what are the common traits of otacore songs and artists, it sounds like otaku-related stuff, but I barely listened to any otaku-related songs. anime …
Update: After going through Spotify’s ONLY OTA core playlist, it seems to us that otacore is a mix between anime and Japan-related music, games-related music, and internet music (à la both music made by independent Internet musicians and music on the Internet and its culture).
There are also regular songs dotted inexplicably. we understand how they might catalog internet games and music in one place, but i have no idea the relationship between these two types of music and anime or japan in general.
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Sound of Otacore on Spotify: A music genre made up of songs with heavy origins or bases in fan communities, such as those for anime. A large portion of this genre is made up of J-Pop. “Otacore. It’s basically anime music”.


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In an age of eco-awareness, any new builds that align themselves to a greener ethos are fantastic in our book. It never hurts when they are stunning to look at too.
The holy grail of sustainable and aesthetically pleasing, this beautiful German
Passivhaus is award-winning for a reason. A modest home, it is found close to Strasbourg in a small village known for its cherry trees and schnapps but, if that sounds a little too idyllic for you, be prepared to be impressed by the environmental credentials!
A low-carbon house, the structure of the home has been made from wood and pre-fabricated off-site to allow for easy installation in just one week. Triple glazing and cellulose insulation ensures fantastic heat retention and, with its solar and photovoltaic system being combined with an air source heat pump, you will struggle to find a home that is as energy self-sufficient as this one.
Let's take a look around the 'Cherry Blossom House' and see if you might be tempted to consider a similar design for your future dream home!
Don't be fooled by the term 'passive house', as there is certainly nothing passive about the stunning aesthetics of this home! Modern, sleek and fascinating from the front, there can be little doubt that the inside will also prove to be an explosion of style and good taste, not to mention, clever technology.
The team at Überraum have created something spectacular, combining industrial influences with soft, natural materials and future-proofed technology. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that if more houses were built in this way, the future would look a whole lot more positive and beautiful!
Not every house could happily accommodate large sections of rusted steel, but not only does this one accept them, it seems to naturally encourage them.
The perfect contrast to the softly greying wood cladding, the vibrant orange rust brings a warmth that industrial styling so often lacks. A dramatic entrance to an impressive home, had the eco credentials been less impressive, perhaps this level of audacity would have been unwelcome, but when aesthetics, concepts and realisations are so perfectly aligned, the sky's the limit for daring design.
From the beautiful façade that speaks with a loud authority, we come to the back of the property that almost whispers in a quiet voice about open plan living, calm interiors and a connection to nature that is undeniable.
The greying wood is, once again, contrasting with deep orange rusted steel, thanks to the single boxed out window frame but positioned close to sliding doors and the simple deck, the impact is more reserved and respectful. There is an acceptance that nature is the star of the show here and as such, the entire rear of the house has been geared towards inviting it into the interior.
Entering the house, it's lovely to see that a sustainable approach has been maintained throughout the build, with wood having been used to create all major components, such as the stairs and floors.
Modest in size, it is clear that nothing unnecessary has been added and nor will it ever be, so as to maintain the energy efficiency that is so crucial. In this picture, we can see through to the kitchen and get a feel for how the living room looks but more importantly, we can see, first hand, just how much light is absorbed into the warm space and how it interplays with the cladding to create beautiful effects that negate the need for over the top decor.
One of the things we love most about this beautiful house is that everything looks to be in proportion, with nothing showy or over the top having been included. Take this kitchen for example; it has clearly been finished to an incredibly high standard, but it doesn't look boastful or seem to be taking up valuable space. Instead, it is perfectly sized for the available room and offers practicality and aesthetics in equal measure.
Benefitting from the influx of sunlight, there will be little need to turn on main lights for most of the day and in the evening, they will be powered by the integral solar system. What a self-sufficient dream house!
We love this picture, as it not only draws attention to the lovely triple-glazed windows being used throughout the house, but also shows the perfect balance of nature and natural materials that are at play. With stunning views being offered through every window, the outdoors effectively becomes the interior design scheme and is framed by natural wood.
Harmonious, beautiful, eco-friendly and a joy to experience, this is one home that we won''t forget for a long time!
For more eco-house inspiration, take a look at this Ideabook: A Modular And Eco-conscious Home.

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A healthcare crisis for some also could be a major safety issue after an oxygen supply company filed for bankruptcy.
For 10 years, Ellen Moore has taken pride in her work as a therapist with Rotech Healthcare.
“I would go and educate them and help them be fitted with what they need to sleep with,” Moore said.
But now, after the company has filed for bankruptcy for the third time, those visits with her patients have become non-existent.
“In the last month, I would say month, we were told from now on our oxygen patients would have to come into the office to get refills on their tanks,” Moore said.
Due to cuts in medicare, Rotech has completely stopped their oxygen delivery service to West Virginians in need. Other than emergencies and first time set-ups, patients will have to go to the Elkview location to refill their tanks.
Moore says many of her patients are disabled and elderly.
“They don’t have the means or the gas money to come in and out, but even worse than that is the safety issue,” she said.
Ayanna Hampton works for Boll Medical in Charleston. Though they’ve also faced cuts, the company still delivers oxygen to more than 60 patients a week. They have a routine schedule, with stops in more than 14 cities throughout the state every day.
“A lot of your patients are older patients. A lot of them don’t drive,” Hampton said.
One reason Boll Medical has decided to keep the delivery service and make cuts elsewhere is because of safety.
“A patient had a tank where they had been parked in a parking garage, and the tank actually when through their windshield,” Hampton said.
Moore said she fears for the safety of her patients. One transported more than 20 tanks in their trunk to the Elkview office. It’s a danger to those on the road and a risk to the health of hundreds of patients in need of oxygen.
“I always have took pride in the care I give my patients. Our motto at Rotech has always been ‘we care about patient care’, now I don’t feel like we care about patient care,” Moore said.
Rotech responded to a request for comment saying the cuts have come as a result of restructuring due to bankruptcy.

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The following excerpts were taken from the Moraga police log:
Tuesday, nov. 26 vandalism: Someone damaged two areas of a skate park in the 1400 block of St. Marys Road with graffiti. The damage is estimated at $1,000.
Wednesday, nov. 27 petty theft: Two women removed over $300 worth of baby formula without paying from the Safeway store in the 1300 block of Moraga Way. attempted residential burglary: An unsuccessful attempt was made to enter a resident through a rear window in the 1700 block of Del Monte Way.
Thursday, nov. 28 stolen vehicles: Four vehicles were stolen, two on Nov. 28 and two on Nov. 29. A 1993 Chevrolet pickup truck was stolen from a parking lot in the 1600 block on Canyon Road. A 1994 GMC Yukon 2-door with an orange Harley Davidson on the back window was taken from a Valero Gas Station in the 1400 block of Moraga Road. A 1990 GMC Sierra pickup was taken from the 100 block of Miramonte Drive. And a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 was taken from Bob's Christmas Trees in the 1300 block of Moraga Road.
Police calls were unavailable again this week, due to ongoing difficulties with a switchover to a new computer program.

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'Not Other' But Valderrama & Pressly
Contrary to the divorce that many Hollywood couples are facing nowadays, "That '70s Show" star Wilmer Valderrama has just started his another new romance. It's reported that Valderrama was spotted kissing actress Jaime Pressly at the trendy Tao restaurant at Las Vegas' Venetian Hotel over the weekend.
So, no need to doubt that the 25-year-old actor is romancing Pressly. But how far they would go? We'll see.
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- Nicki Minaj to Release a Surprise Project on Tidal


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I played in a Blues Doctor band, except these guys COULD play.One thing
It is good as a performer on a stage that things match. If you come across as a "blues lawyer" you'd better be darn good to play an old beater, otherwise get that gold hardware and lacquer finish. Or alternatively, if you appear to be like a young parentally sponsored student better be really good on something other than an Export.
Gear on stage is kinda like your clothes posture etc. in projecting style.
My gear is better qualified to be on stage than me, but the drums have no badges, are not shiny and my cymbals have patina, so I think we match ok. I am trying to work up the guts to show up with a three piece kit, almost there.

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Agricultural Rice Harvester Chains factory
● The chain of rice harvester includes 415 series lifting chains with finger attachments and tine feed chains with 33mm and 35mm pitches;
● The products are widely used in semi feeding rice harvesting equipment.
● High quality raw materials, efficient process equipment, advanced heat treatment, shot peening of the chain plate surface and high-quality antirust oil on the whole chain are used, and the product quality meets the user’s requirements.
Rice Harvest Chain Parameter
● The rice harvester chain includes 415 series lifting chains with finger attachments and tine feed chains with 33mm and 35mm pitches;
● The products are widely used in semi-feeding rice harvesting equipment.
● High-quality raw materials, efficient process equipment, advanced heat treatment, shot peening of the chain plate surface, and high-quality antirust oil on the whole chain are used. The product quality meets the user's requirements.
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How to measure the rice harvester chain?
The chain length accuracy shall be measured according to the following requirements.
- The chain is cleaned before measurement.
- The chain to be tested shall be surrounded by two sprockets, and the upper and lower sides of the chain to be tested shall be supported.
- The chain before measurement shall remain for 1min under one-third of the minimum ultimate tensile load.
- When measuring, apply the specified measuring load on the chain to tension the chains on the upper and lower sides. The chain and sprocket shall be appropriately engaged.
- Measure the center distance between two sprockets
Measuring chain elongation
- In order to remove the play of the whole chain, it is necessary to measure under a certain degree of pulling tension on the chain.
- During measurement, to minimize the error, measure at 6-10 sections (link)
- Measure the inner L1 and outer L2 dimensions between the rollers of the pitch number to find out the judgment dimension L=(L1+L2)/2
- Calculate the elongation length of the chain. This value is compared with the service limit value of the chain elongation in the preceding item.
- Chain elongation=judgment dimension - reference length/reference length * 100%
- Reference length=chain pitch * number of links
How to maintain the harvester chain
As there is much dust in the operation of the chain, it is easy to be covered with oil sludge, which affects the transmission, so it should be cleaned regularly. First, it can be cleaned in gasoline, and then it can be soaked in engine oil for about 30 minutes. Then it can be removed and dripped for reuse. At the end of each season's operation, the chain shall be unloaded, dipped in oil, coated with butter, wrapped, and placed in a dry place. The sprocket shall be cleaned with gasoline or diesel oil and coated with butter for rust prevention. When installing the chain, wrap the chain around the sprocket first and then insert the chain pin. The chain should be inserted from the inside to the outside so that the connecting plate can be installed and locked from the outside. It should also be kept not tight or loose, and there should be some room for movement. During disassembly, the hammer can be used to gently knock the two connecting pins on the same connecting plate by turns, pull out the pins and remove the chain. If the chain pin has rough rivet hair, file it flat before disassembly.
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Here is another example of the wonderful Cosmo Cricket "Mitten Weather"
collection! I cut down one of the border strips to 5 & 1/2" size, matted it,
then layered it up with spellbinders die cuts, a decorative snowflake piece
from the Mitten Weather border strip (used a circle punch) and topped it
off with the reindeer from the ready set chipboard. Simple Elegance!

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February is Pet Dental Health Month. Yes, you're bad enough about flossing your own teeth, let alone brushing Bailey's, but really--how much longer can you stand his bad breath? That bad breath is a sign of periodontal disease, caused by the buildup of bacteria-laden plaque on the teeth. Plaque hardens into tartar, the ugly brown or yellow spots you see on Spot's teeth.
Regular brushing is the best way to keep your pet's mouth healthy and breath sweet. It's easy to learn to brush your pet's teeth, and once it becomes a habit, it takes less than a minute each day. Back up brushing by giving rope toys and knobbly hard rubber toys to help "floss" the teeth.

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As a young athlete, it’s natural to feel like there are many things in your life that are outside of your control. But often, we underestimate just how much control we do have over interactions with other people, including coaches, parents, officials, physicians, dietitians, and even our peers and teammates.
Here, TrueSport Expert Amanda Stanec, PhD, the founder and owner of MOVE + LIVE + LEARN, is sharing a few tips for creating better connections within your sport circle by showing those around you how they can support you, and how you can support them.
Remember that in every interaction, you’re a human first
“An athlete is a person who happens to play a sport,” Stanec says. “The athlete is a human first, one who hopefully has a wide variety of hobbies and interests. So, I think the first thing to remember as you interact with others is that you matter as a human, not just as an athlete. Keep that in your head as you help others understand your needs, and keep that in mind when interacting with peers.”
You have the right to set boundaries
“I think athletes should have boundaries and be able to communicate these boundaries in a way that is respectful,” Stanec says. “For example, if a coach is rude, it’s not mentally tough for an athlete just to receive that and not react. If the coach is rude, ideally an athlete can say, ‘Respectfully, I don’t understand what you want me to do. Can you please help me understand?'” Remember that even adults struggle to take criticism gracefully, so you may find that the conversation isn’t immediately productive.
Check your own behavior
While you absolutely should have the agency and ability to tell a coach or other adult how you want to be treated, it’s also important to check yourself regularly. If you feel like a coach has been criticizing you unfairly, it’s a great idea to have that conversation. But it’s also important to ask yourself honestly if there is any validity to their critiques. Can you learn from them, even if the delivery wasn’t ideal?
Teammates are people, too
At any age, it’s easy (and often healthy!) to put ourselves in the role of the ‘main character’ of our lives. This can be a great thing, since it helps us focus on reaching our goals and standing up for ourselves. But it can also occasionally cause us to not see that other people are main characters in their own right. For example: During a competition, you perceive a teammate as hogging the ball or not passing to you. The ‘main character’ version of this story is that the teammate is angry at you and purposely didn’t pass you the ball. But Stanec points out that perhaps the other player didn’t see you, or maybe was having a bad day because of a bad test score. Always remember that your teammates are humans too, and assume the best when it comes to their intentions. That said—don’t be afraid to have a conversation after the game, since perhaps this is a chance to work on passing skills for next time!

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Bob Marley Prints can be purchased in the following sizes:
A1 841 x 594 mm – 33.1 x 23.4 in £50
A2 594 x 420 mm – 23.4 x 16.5 in £40 Now £30
A3 420 x 297 mm – 16.5 x 11.7 in £30
Medium: Pencil and Charcoal
Status: Open Edition Bob Marley Prints
Robert Nesta “Bob” Marley, (6 February 1945 – 11 May 1981) was a Jamaican singer-songwriter and musician who achieved international fame through a series of crossover reggae albums. Starting out in 1963 with the group the Wailers, he forged a distinctive songwriting and vocal style that would later resonate with audiences worldwide. The Wailers would go on to release some of the earliest reggae records with producer Lee Scratch Perry. After the Wailers disbanded in 1974, Marley pursued a solo career which culminated in the release of the album Exodus in 1977 which established his worldwide reputation. He was a committed Rastafarian who infused his music with a profound sense of spirituality. He was the rhythm guitarist and lead singer for the ska, rocksteady and reggae band Bob Marley & The Wailers (1963–1981). Marley remains the most widely known and revered performer of reggae music, and is credited with helping spread both Jamaican music and the Rastafari movement to a worldwide audience.
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PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez look like the perfect pair in matching pink as his father Jeremy, 42, ties the knot with longtime girlfriend Chelsey Rebelo, 30, in Jamaica
But the duo were celebrating another couple's love on Monday - Bieber's father Jeremy's nuptials to longtime girlfriend Chelsey Rebelo in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Gomez, 25, looked utterly breathtaking in a peachy-pink wrap dress adorned with stunning floral stitching while her pop star love, 23, was perfectly matched in coral shorts and a bow-tie.
Tickled pink! Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez were dressed to match in coral-pink while the Canadian pop star's dad Jeremy said 'I Do' to his longtime girlfriend Chelsey Rebelo in Jamaica on Monday
For the ceremony Selena stunned in a peach floral wrap gown which showcased her legs.
She wore her dark locks swept back in a pretty updo and layered dainty gold chains around her neckline.
The songstress put on a flirty display as she flashed her leg while standing at the bar and sipping on a fruity drink.
Groomsman Bieber wore a fun wedding outfit consisting of white shirt with coral pink shirts and matching bow-tie.
Lots of smiles on the big day: The pop star appears to get along swell with his new stepmom
Flower power: For the wedding ceremony Selena looked lovely in a peach floral print gown
Groomsman: Bieber's wedding outfit consisted of a white shirt and pink bow-tie
Caribbean paradise: The Love Yourself hitmaker showed off his tattooed torso after unbuttoning his shirt
Vacation vibes: Selena let her hair down as the party got going but made sure to stay hydrated with a bottle of water
Honored guests and members of the wedding party all incorporated pink into their outfits.
But heavily tattooed Jeremy wore all-white instead as he escorted his new bride through lush tropical gardens.
Bride Chelsey looked lovely in an ivory strapless gown with knee-high slit and wore her raven locks in a half updo.
Justin's dad Jeremy, 42, tied the knot with Rebelo, 29, in an outdoor ceremony on Monday surrounded by friends and family.
Blushing bride: Justin's new stepmom Chelsey looked beautiful in an ivory strapless gown with knee-high slit
Hippy chic: The starlet, who underwent a kidney transplant last year, went barefoot
Coordinated: The bridesmaids wore blush pink gowns to keep in the color scheme like the groomsmen
Just chilling: The Heart Wants What It Wants hitmaker grabbed a fruity looking beverage at the bar while putting on a flirty display
Mr and Mrs: Jeremy and Chelsey made their debut as man and wife walking through lush tropical gardens hand in hand
During the party guests slipped into beachwear as they lounged at a resort soaking up the sun and sipping cocktails.
TMZ reports that Justin chose not to make a speech at the nuptials and that he was one of only 30 guests at the intimate ceremony.
The wedding took place in the backyard of a villa and a local DJ and band handled the tunes, according to the website.
Loved up display: Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez packed on the PDA in Jamaica on Monday during his dad's wedding celebrations
Bathing beauty: The 25-year-old songstress looked sensational in a plunging blue swimsuit
Only got eyes for you: The Sorry hitmaker couldn't stop smiling as he wrapped his arms around Selena
While it was Jeremy and Chelsey tying the knot, Bieber and Gomez could have been mistaken for the newlyweds as they packed on the PDA during the wedding reception.
The lovebirds couldn't get enough of each other and were spotted kissing and cuddling as they stole private moments away from the other wedding guests.
The couple switched into more casual looks while they continued their loved-up display after the intimate ceremony.
One less lonely girl: Justin, 23, showered Selena, 25, with kisses as they stole private moments away from the other wedding guests
Party time: The couple put on the loved-up display at a resort in Montego Bay
Simply irresistible: The pop star couldn't keep his eyes off the Texas-born beauty
Messy bun: The Wolves songstress flashed her cleavage in the plunging number which she teamed with a white gypsy style skirt
Cheeky! Justin's striped shorts were low slung revealing his Calvin Klein underwear
Two thumbs up: The pop star certainly appeared to be having a great time on the Caribbean getaway
Inseparable: Justin stayed by Selena's side most of the day showing his devotion to his longtime on-off love
Modeling a plunging blue swimsuit Selena looked gorgeous and wore her brunette locks up in a messy bun.
She teamed the one-piece with a white gypsy-style skirt and some gold necklaces which drew more attention to her cleavage.
Justin, seen shirtless in low-slung white shorts which revealed his underwear, wrapped his arms around the Wolves songstress and went in for several kisses.
People reported on Monday that the Sorry hitmaker flew to Texas to pick up his on-again girlfriend on Sunday to head to the Caribbean together.
Having a laugh! Justin must have said something hilarious because Selena couldn't help but collapse in a fit of giggles
Wedding date: The duo - who have had an on and off relationship since 2010 - sat quietly and enjoyed the event from one of the tables
Going strong: The twosome appear to be back on track after they reunited last year following Selena's split from The Weeknd
Rocking the look: Justin's little brother Jaxon, eight, also sported a fetching coral pink pair of shorts with a patterned bow tie
Family: Selena proved she still has a bond with Justin's siblings (pictured with Jaxon) despite their on-off romance
While Jeremy, a father-of-three, shared a post to Instagram of the bride and groom about to board their plane over the weekend, captioning it 'Times'.
Jeremy has two other children, Jazmyn, nine and Jaxon, eight, who he shares with ex Erin Wagner.
Meanwhile, last week Justin and Selena spent Valentine's Day together enjoying a date at the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills.
The couple - who originally started dating in 2010 - seem to be going strong after reuniting last year following Selena's split from The Weeknd.
Special day: The guests gathered at sunset for a dinner on an outdoor terrace
No pink for him! The heavily tattooed groom wore a white shirt and shorts
Say cheese: The gracious star posed for pictures with fellow guests after the ceremony
Blended family: The newlywed chatted with Justin and his little sister Jazmyn, nine
Loved-up: The pair were later seen enjoying an iced drink together on the terrace
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Bride and groom: Justin's 42-year-old dad married his longtime girlfriend Chelsey Rebelo, 29
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Название: Religions of the World: A Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Beliefs and Practices (4 Volume Set)
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This comprehensive, four-volume work details the history, development, organization, current status, and contact information for major organizations associated with various living world faiths.
The 1200 alphabetically arranged entries have been contributed by 200 international scholars reflecting diverse research interests and religious affiliations. Some 16 core essays provide the framework for the listed organizations, covering the major religions of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism, as well as traditional African religions, Western esoteric traditions, and a general consideration of unbelief. In the remaining entries, readers will encounter information on the Circle Sanctuary in Wisconsin, Freemasonry, the Legion of Mary, Santeria, serpent handlers, the Reformed Church in America, and Satanism, to name a few. Another major feature is the inclusion of entries for 276 recognized nations and territories, assessing the distinctive role of religion and religious practice within each and offering statistical tables as well as maps provided by David. B. Barrett, author of World Christian Encyclopedia.

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Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland, is a city steeped in history, culture, and charm. From its humble beginnings as a Viking settlement to its current status as a modern metropolis, Reykjavík’s journey through time is nothing short of fascinating. In this article, gwband‘ll delve into the city’s captivating past, exploring its origins, growth, and the historical treasures that still adorn its streets.
Nestled between the North Atlantic and the stunning landscapes of Iceland, Reykjavík holds a treasure trove of stories that date back over a millennium. Its history is as diverse and dynamic as the landscapes that surround it.
The Viking Settlement
In the 9th century, Viking explorers discovered Iceland and established Reykjavík as one of the island’s first settlements. The Old Norse influence is still evident today, with street names, local traditions, and even the Icelandic language reflecting these ancient origins.
Blossoming through the Ages
Over the centuries, Reykjavík evolved from a fishing village into a vibrant trading hub. The city’s strategic location fostered connections with other European countries, contributing to its growth and prosperity.
Architectural Marvels of Old
Reykjavík boasts a collection of historic buildings that tell tales of its past. The iconic Hallgrímskirkja, a towering church with unique architectural flair, stands as a testament to both the city’s history and its modern character.
The 19th and 20th centuries marked a cultural renaissance for Reykjavík. Artists, writers, and musicians converged in the city, giving rise to a rich cultural scene that still flourishes today.
Reykjavík’s literary legacy is profound, with a high number of residents being published authors. The city’s strong literary tradition led to its designation as a UNESCO City of Literature in 2011.
Reykjavík’s spirit of innovation and creativity continues into the modern age. The city has become a global leader in renewable energy, sustainability, and technology.
Natural Wonders Surrounding Reykjavík
Beyond the urban landscape, Reykjavík is surrounded by awe-inspiring natural wonders. From the mystical Northern Lights to the geothermal spas like the Blue Lagoon, nature is always within reach.
Cuisine and Traditions
Icelandic cuisine reflects its history and environment, with an emphasis on seafood, lamb, and unique preservation methods. Traditional dishes like hákarl (fermented shark) offer a taste of the past.
Exploring Reykjavík Today
Travelers to Reykjavík can explore its historic streets, vibrant arts scene, and friendly atmosphere. The city’s walkability and compact size make it an ideal destination for discovering its hidden gems.
Reykjavík’s Festivals and Events
Throughout the year, Reykjavík hosts a myriad of festivals and events that celebrate its culture, from the Iceland Airwaves music festival to the Winter Lights Festival.
Preserving Reykjavík’s historical sites is a top priority. Organizations and city officials collaborate to maintain and restore the city’s landmarks, ensuring that they remain accessible to future generations.
Walking through History: Must-Visit Sites
Tourists and locals alike can embark on a historical journey by visiting landmarks such as the National Museum of Iceland, Árbaer Open Air Museum, and the Parliament House.
Reykjavík: A Photographer’s Paradise
With its blend of old-world charm and modern aesthetics, Reykjavík provides photographers with a captivating canvas. The colorful houses, scenic landscapes, and unique architecture are a visual delight.
Reykjavík’s rich past is a testament to its resilience, adaptability, and unyielding spirit. From Viking settlers to a modern-day cultural hub, the city’s evolution is a story that deserves to be explored and cherished.
How old is Reykjavík?
Reykjavík was established as a Viking settlement in the 9th century, making it over a thousand years old.
What is the best time to visit Reykjavík?
The summer months (June to August) offer milder weather and longer daylight hours, making it a popular time for tourists.
Are the Northern Lights visible from Reykjavík?
Yes, Reykjavík offers opportunities to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights, especially during the winter months.
What is Iceland’s famous dish hákarl?
Hákarl is a traditional Icelandic dish made from fermented shark meat, known for its strong aroma and acquired taste.
Can I explore Reykjavík on foot?
Absolutely! Reykjavík is a pedestrian-friendly city, and many of its attractions can be easily explored on foot.


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2019 Ford GT Heritage Release Date, Engine Specs, Price – Ford will commence using new programs for the 2019 Ford GT Heritage in the fourth quarter of this year. Right after the Light blue Oval expanded generation to October 2020, this year will be the 3rd out of 4 years for GT creates. Hopefuls will nevertheless show their Ford contacts and probably Ford series, and then they can take the recommended freeform step of an openly.
The special edition 2019 Ford GT Heritage also will get hard match hats, orange brake callipers, and a new establish of one-part 20-in. Forged lightweight aluminium tires with a great-gloss dim stainless finish off and black lug peanuts. The overall appearance of the exterior speaks for itself. There’s no position expounding into it, honestly.
2019 Ford GT Heritage Interior
This is a unique edition design done right, folks. Better still, the special touches don’t stop with the Gulf Gas livery. The Ford GT Heritage Edition also capabilities uncovered carbon dioxide fibre A-pillars. That is an entirely modern day contact due to the fact carbon dioxide dietary fibre wasn’t conceived but 50 years back. The special edition GT also becomes sterling silver match hats, orange brake callipers, and a new established of a single-bit 20-” forged aluminium rims with a higher-gloss dim stainless full and black lug peanuts. The overall appearance of the exterior talks by itself. There is no level expounding onto it, honestly.
Light blue and orange stitches on the chairs and steering wheel not merely details on the design of the car but additionally provides a vibrant comparison to the primarily black cabin. Ford even worked on anything as minuscule as the upholstery pattern on the car seats, showing that no detail is too small for 2019 Ford GT Heritage that wears such a legendary livery. A handful of toned sections have also been chucked set for excellent determine. The paddle shifters, by way of example, are anodised. The musical instrument solar panel, entrance bezels, and x-brace all use higher-gloss darkish stainless-steel finishes. After which there is the carbon fibre, which you will see adorning the doorway sills, atmosphere air vents, and a central unit.
All 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition models will feature this painting system, to visit together with all-new uncovered carbon dioxide fibres decorations that could be found each outside and inside the model. But, as we pointed out in our release, the 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition is receiving a particular two-year manage. That’s only because the 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition will feature No. 9 visuals on the hood and doors, as effectively as a ghosted impression on the interior door sections, while the 2020 Ford GT Heritage Edition will feature No. 6 visuals. This is since the 1969 Le Mans-successful GT40 had to switch figures.
2019 Ford GT Heritage Engine
There are no powertrain enhancements to talk, but that doesn’t make a difference. Ford GT Heritage is a car with a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine which produces 647 horsepower and 550 pound-ft of scream-inducing torque. The potential figures let the supercar to sprint from to 60 mph within 3 seconds before it peaks at a leading speed of 216 mph.
Price and Release Date
Pricing specifics have not been unveiled, but do not expect the 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition to offer for anything less than the $450,000 Ford is seeking a regular model. Probably someplace north of $500,000 is a fair price level for the new Gulf Oils Ford GT Heritage Edition.


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Thomas Muehlenbeck-Pfotenhauer is Associate Professor of Trumpet at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where he also teaches brass techniques and coaches small ensembles. Dr. Muehlenbeck-Pfotenhauer studied trumpet with Armando Ghitalla at the University of Michigan, completing a masters degree in 1993, and holds a bachelors degree in music from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and a doctorate in trumpet performance from the University of Kansas. While at the University of Kansas, Dr. Muehlenbeck-Pfotenhauer studied with William Campbell and Christopher Moore and was a member of the Kansas Brass Quintet, one of the country’s most active faculty brass quintets. Dr. Muehlenbeck-Pfotenhauer’s performance experience is extensive and varied. He has studied Baroque trumpet with Kris Kwapis and Susan Williams and has performed with professional early music ensembles throughout the US and Canada. From 1994-2002 he performed for numerous touring productions presented at the critically acclaimed Weidner Center for the Performing Arts in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Dr. Muehlenbeck-Pfotenhauer has played lead trumpet and section trumpet in pit orchestras and in back-up bands for such shows as: West Side Story, The Sound of Music, Copacabana, Fiddler on the Roof, Camelot, South Pacific, and Saturday Night Fever; and with artists such as: Robert Goulet, the Manhattan Transfer, Peabo Bryson, Bernadette Peters, Johnny Mathis, and Shirley Jones. In April 2008, he was a featured soloist at the Beijing International Congress on Women in Music and performed a program of works for trumpet written by French female composers. Dr. Muehlenbeck-Pfotenhauer has also performed with numerous professional and regional orchestras and currently plays third trumpet with the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra.


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There hasn’t been much thinking going on this week because I have spent most of it in a wild state of panic.
Visitors to this blog will know over the last six months I have become a bit of a diva / luvvie and taken Inside the Mind of Davy D onto the airwaves, with the Poetic Beats project on my local radio station. Well, guess what?……… they have only let me take over the radio station completely for two hours this Saturday. I REPEAT….. they have only let me take over the radio station for two hours this Saturday. I know, it’s bonkers, on a par with Donald Trump taking over the Whitehouse.
The past week has been devoted to fine tuning my favourite poems and selecting some of my all-time favourite songs creating a mixture of excitement and full on fear in the Davy D household. Mrs D and the fish have moved into the garden shed and are refusing to return until it’s all over.
There will be a Will-i-am fest with poems from William Wordsworth, William Blake and William Butler Yeats, with a few Davy D rhymes thrown in, backed by some excellent tracks (I would say that wouldn’t I?)
So why not come and join me this Saturday, the 3rd of February, between 12.00pm and 14.00pm GMT. I know most of you are outside the reception area, but you can get it on the internet by following this link at Red Kite Radio.
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Victim of alleged rapist says he'll do it again if let out of jail
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THE FINNISH GOVERNMENT on Sunday decided to prohibit entry for passengers who in the past 14 days have spent time in Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa or Zimbabwe.
The entry ban was imposed due to concerns about omicron, a coronavirus variant discovered in South Africa in November. It entered into effect at 3pm on Sunday.
Such people will not be allowed to enter the country for other than non-essential reasons, such as family or personal reasons, even if they present a certificate of full vaccination against the coronavirus. The entry ban does not allow to citizens or permanent residents of Finland, as the constitution stipulates that citizens must not be prevented from entering the country.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) last week labelled omicron as a variant of concern, saying some of the large number of mutations in the variant are concerning. “Preliminary evidence suggests an increased risk of reinfection with this variant, as compared to other [variants of concern],” it stated.
In Europe, infections caused by the variant have been detected in Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and the UK. The European Commission has advised member states to suspend travel from southern parts of Africa.
Officials at the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) have reminded that it remains premature to state definitively how the variant could impact vaccine efficacy and how transmissible it is compared to earlier variants.
“A combination of several mutations have been detected in it, some of which have been seen before and some of which are new. We can’t know what their impact will be until additional studies have been carried out,” Mika Salminen, the director of health security at THL, stated to MTV on Saturday.
“It won’t happen overnight or in a couple of weeks, but it’ll likely take months.”
Reuters on Sunday wrote that a South African doctor has said patients infected by the variant have experienced “very mild” symptoms.
The Ministry of the Interior on Sunday said the Finnish Border Guard is monitoring inbound passenger traffic and brief health care authorities of any developments. As there are no direct flights from southern parts of Africa to Finland, most passengers connect to a flight to Finland in Frankfurt or Munich, according to Helsingin Sanomat.
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health viewed in a press release that the variant can pose a serious threat to public health and well-being and deteriorate the epidemiological situation in Finland. It has instructed municipalities about the necessary measures at border-crossing points such as ports and airports in co-operation with Regional State Administrative Agencies (AVI).
Measures at Helsinki Airport and other border-crossing points were ramped up on Saturday. A health inspection including a coronavirus test is mandatory for all over six-year-old passengers, regardless of whether they have symptoms or have been vaccinated, arriving from southern parts of Africa.
THL has also recommended that anyone who entered the country from the region in the past two weeks get tested and avoid contact with others until the test has come back negative. Their close contacts, in turn, are encouraged to get tested at the onset of even the mildest of symptoms.
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Youth Summer ShowcasesAugust 16th, 2010
Join us for two screenings of work created by youth this summer at 911 Media in classes including the Young Producers Project, Digital Animation with After Effects and Digital Storytelling. The showcases are free and open to the public; come see what we’ve been up to!
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The millennial, or ‘jilted’ generation make up a quarter of the UK’s population, and yet they are frequently derided as narcissistic, tech-dependent and lazy. But are these epithets fair? They are the first generation to do worse than their parents, and many graduated into a climate of joblessness, extortionate housing costs, and instability. Bestselling leadership expert Simon Sinek explains how we can help millennials become the confident future custodians our society desperately needs.

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Do We Really Need Chromatography?
The Role of Chromatography and Different Detection Techniques in the Context of Mass Spectrometry
- Fig. 1: UHPLC-TOF chromatogram of a pesticide mixture. Every analyte which has been automatically detected by the software is highlighted by a peak marker (in grey). The black curve represents the total ion chromatogram. The other colours represent the extracted ion chromatograms.
- Fig. 2: Multiple Reaction Monitoring chromatogram of 50 compounds on a Q Trap 3200 system using Eksigent ExpressLC-Ultra micro liquid chromatography and a nanobore monolithic column (Merck Nano Chromolith RP18 150 x 0.1 mm). Gradient: from 1 % to 99 % acetonitrile within 15 minutes. Flow rate: 5 µl/min.
- Fig. 3: Overlay of 11 gradients from 100 consecutive gradient runs for calculation of the gradient dwell volume. Every tenth gradient has been overlaid.
- Fig. 4: Comparison between different dwell volumes for conventional UHPLC (50 µl) and micro-LC (1 µl).
- Fig. 5: Online SPE-LC-MS/MS chromatogram for the determination of atenolol, metoprolol, bisoprolol and carbamazepine using Spark Holland Symbiosis Pico and AB Sciex Q Trap 3200. (c = 1 ng/L, enrichment volume: 10 mL, SPE cartridge: Spark HySphere C18HD, HPLC column: Phenomenex 50 x 2.1 mm Kinetex 2.6 µm C18 100 Å).
- Fig. 6: Schematic illustration of an online Raman detector on the basis of a liquid core waveguide.
Although the capabilities of modern mass spectrometers steadily increase, so does the requirement to measure plenty of analytes in complex matrices. In this respect, the question can be regarded as mere rhetoric, because matrix effects can lead to strong ion suppression rendering the analysis useless .
The Multi-method Paradox
While some years ago the first LC-MS multi methods contained not more than ten compounds, today's methods often cover more than 100 analytes which have to be quantified in a single run . The question arises about the role of chromatography in multi-target methods? This is highlighted by the section of a chromatogram depicted in figure 1. Here, only a small elution window is shown. The chromatogram was recorded by using UHPLC-TOF hyphenation. As can be seen, more than 40 compounds have been detected with an average peak width of about 10 seconds. It is simply not possible to chromatographically resolve all analytes in the mixture by changing the selectivity of the phase system. In this case, only multidimensional chromatographic techniques might be of use because of their theoretically higher peak capacity, e. g. heart cut LC-LC or comprehensive LCxLC .
Time-of-flight versus Triple Quadrupole Instruments
While TOF analysers are often used for screening experiments or non-target analyses, triple quadrupole instruments can be considered the workhorses for quantification in the lower ng/l range in target analyses . When applying triple quadrupole MS detection, the multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) mode is usually used and at least two specific mass transitions are monitored per analyte. If a method includes 50 analytes, this means that 100 MRM transitions have to be monitored. Today's instrumentation offers the possibility of scheduling the measurement of single mass transitions according to the elution time of the compounds. If this option is not available, all mass transitions have to be monitored during the complete chromatographic run. The limitation of this approach is shown in figure 2. Here, 50 analytes have been measured simultaneously on a triple quadrupole instrument using only one mass transition per analyte.
While at higher concentrations, the peak width is about 10 seconds, it decreases to a few seconds for low concentrations, so that only a few data points per peak are obtained. By adjusting the dwell time of the mass spectrometer to the lowest technical limit, only the noise is increased (data not shown). Therefore, only systems which allow for a scheduled monitoring of MRM transitions and which have a very fast duty time can be used for analysing a huge number of analytes in a single run. An alternative approach is to prolong the gradient time in order to decrease the number of peaks eluting per unit time to acquire at least 10 data points per peak. However, this will have a negative impact on the analysis time and decrease the sample throughput.
Using Monolithic Columns and Micro-LC as Front End Instrument
For the application shown in figure 2, a micro-LC system has been used as the front end instrument with a nanobore monolithic column. The stationary phase plays a major role when accelerating the separation. Fully porous sub 2 µm particles are widely used for many years and have the advantage of a nearly horizontal slope of the C-term of the van-Deemter curve. Therefore, the flow rate can be increased until the maximum pressure of the system or the column will be reached. In some cases, very high pressures are already obtained at low flow rates if methanol is used as the organic modifier because of its substantially higher viscosity when compared to acetonitrile. Hence, core-shell stationary phases have in many cases replaced fully porous sub 2 µm particles. The lower diffusion path leads to comparable separation performance without the negative impact of high pressures. A third alternative is the use of monolithic columns. By their unique pore structure, extremely low pressures will be observed so that very high linear flow rates can be adjusted. Since the column inner diameter also exerts an influence on the backpressure, monolithic columns are very favorable when nanobore columns with an ID of 100 µm are used.
Reducing the ID of the column means that specially designed HPLC systems with an extraordinarily low extra-column volume must be used. In this respect, capillary- or micro liquid chromatographic systems are the first choice for these kinds of columns. Micro liquid chromatography is of renewed interest because it has many advantages over conventional HPLC. First of all, solvent consumption is brought to a minimum when the pumps deliver the mobile phase in the true µl/min range without flow splitting. Furthermore, the injection of 50 nl and less is technically feasible if there is only a limited amount of sample material. Unfortunately, there are long-standing notions against micro-LC which are extensively discussed and have prevented it from making a real breakthrough in many fields of application. Problems are regularly observed in terms of the retention time reproducibility because many systems are not capable of delivering a constant flow. In many cases, a flow splitter is used to reduce the flow rate. Moreover, solvent gradient reproducibility is considered a major problem because the flow and thus, the solvent mixing cannot be controlled precisely.
However, modern instruments deliver the mobile phase without flow splitting and the extra-column volume is tremendously reduced. These facts are highlighted by the overlay of 100 consecutive gradient runs in figure 3, where every tenth gradient has been overlaid. The relative standard deviation between these gradients was calculated to be 0.6 %, which can be regarded excellent.
The next issue concerns the gradient delay volume, which has been experimentally determined to be 0.93 µl. Figure 4 shows the gradient delay when a true micro liquid chromatographic system is used (black line) and compared to the most advanced conventional UHPLC-system with a dwell volume of about 50 µl (red line). Although most pumps of conventional UHPLC systems are also capable of delivering low flow rates, it is impossible to obtain very fast cycle times in the low µl/min range. The reason is that it takes 10 minutes(!) until the gradient reaches the head of the column when the flow rate is adjusted to 5 µl/min. In contrast, the gradient delay is only 11.2 seconds for the micro-LC-system.
Future Challenges of LC-MS in Environmental Analysis
The future challenges of LC-MS in environmental analyses will certainly include lowering the limit of quantification for some priority pollutants. In 2012 the European Commission extended the European water framework directive and proposed environmental quality standards (EQS) in the context of the water framework directive. Besides different emerging contaminants, also two estrogenic substances, 17a-ethynylestradiole (EE2) and 17b-estradiole (E2), were added to this list. Furthermore, environmental quality standards for the annual average in surface waters were proposed. According to the low activation threshold for hormones the values were set to 0.035 ng/l for EE2 and 0.4 ng/l for E2. This means that effective sample enrichment has to be used in order to fulfil this requirement. Here, systems including online large volume injection of a few millilitres with liquid chromatographic separation and mass spectrometric detection might be the key to success. Figure 5 shows a chromatogram of some priority pollutants by online large volume injection on an SPE cartridge. It is possible to measure a concentration of 1 ng/l directly without any additional offline SPE procedures. It must be admitted, however, that this was the injection of a pure standard without any matrix. For a real application of this method, the washing procedures have to be adapted to obtain a very clean extract which can then be transferred by the solvent gradient from the SPE cartridge to the HPLC column. Using additional offline SPE procedures might even enhance the limit of detection in case of ultra-low concentrations and when ionization efficiency of the target compounds is very poor.
New Hyphenation Strategies
This article closes with a perspective of new chromatographic and hyphenation strategies in combination with mass spectrometry. During the last 30 years a tremendous instrumental progress in liquid chromatography as well as mass spectrometry has been achieved. This means that alternative detection methods cannot catch up with this development in a few years. Nevertheless, there are interesting and promising technologies which one day may also be incorporated to a "hypernated" system, yielding additional information which cannot be extracted by mass spectrometry alone.
One of these techniques is the online Raman spectroscopy. It seems weird to introduce Raman spectroscopy when talking about LC-MS hyphenation, because Raman spectroscopy is usually considered as an analytical tool which is unable to detect traces. In the last years, however, the development of very sensitive detection devices, in particular CCD-cameras in combination with new sample cell designs, lead to a strong expansion of detection limits. An example shows figure 6. In this online Raman setup a liquid core waveguide adopts the role of the sample cell. This device was developed in order to gather spectral information for the detection of steroids and other pharmaceutical substances in combination with high-temperature liquid chromatography and isotope ratio mass spectrometry . Although the detection limit for a range of substances is around 500 µg/l, further optimization will be carried out by considering Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) for enhancing Raman signal intensities. If this project is successful, a cost effective alternative for many laboratories would be available for confirmation of target compounds which cannot be distinguished by their UV spectra. This might also be the case when MS detection fails, as in the case of isobaric interferences. Referring to the above mentioned steroids, ionization efficiency in mass spectrometry is very low and hence, Raman detection might be a real alternative in a few years for delivering structural information of these compounds in combination with UV and MS detection.
The mobile phase which has been used for online Raman detection consists of pure water, because the Raman signals of water less interfere with those of analytes. In order to increase the solvent strength of the mobile phase, high-temperature liquid chromatography has been applied. Meanwhile, this technology is well characterized and also fully compatible to MS detection . In the current project, new chromatographic strategies like a combined use of solvent and temperature gradient programming will be explored, since it is yet not clear to which effect the Raman scattering will be influenced by organic solvents.
Liquid chromatography hyphenated to mass spectrometry will clearly dominate other hyphenation methods when it comes to micropollutant identification and quantification. An interesting approach, which can be routinely used, is the implementation of micro-liquid chromatography and the use of monolithic stationary phases. In order to determine very low concentrations of new emerging contaminants, a combination of offline and online solid phase extraction procedures need to be included in the LC-MS workflow. Because of the high technical advance, alternative detection techniques like Raman detection will not be able to catch up with LC-MS in the next years, although its incorporation into a "hypernated" system might be a valuable tool in order to extract as much spectral information as possible from complex samples.
The IGF project number 17497 N is funded via the Industrial Research Associations Working Group (Arbeitsgemeinschaft industrieller Forschungsvereinigungen, AiF) as part of the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology's Industrial Joint Research and Development (Industrielle Gemeinschaftsforschung, IGF) programme, as established by a resolution of the German Bundestag.
Furthermore, we would like to thank Norbert Wenkel and Dr. Andreas Bruchmann from Axel Semrau, for the loan of the Spark Holland Symbiosis Pico system (online SPE-HPLC). We would also like to thank Dr. Karin Cabrera and Dr. Stephan Altmaier from Merck for the loan of monolithic columns.
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Voyager 2 may have been the second of NASA’s famous twin exploration spacecraft but it launched first, on August 20, 1977. Eight and a half years later it became the first (and last) spacecraft to visit Uranus, at 31,500 miles across the third largest planet in the Solar System. Voyager 2 made its closest pass by Uranus 31 years ago, giving us our best views to this day of the enormous ice giant and its moons.
On January 24, 1986, Voyager 2 approached within 50,600 miles of Uranus—about twice the altitude of geosynchronous satellites—gathering images of the sideways planet, its rings and several of its moons. Voyager 2 also discovered the presence of a magnetic field as well as ten previously-unknown moons, and determined Uranus’ rotational rate at 17 hours and 14 minutes.
The image above shows a crescent-lit Uranus as seen by Voyager 2 on January 25, 1986, from a distance of about 600,000 miles as the spacecraft sped away toward Neptune. Composed of large amounts of hydrogen and helium, Uranus’ atmosphere absorbs most of the red wavelengths of light and thus it appears bluish-green to our eyes.
See more images from Voyager 2’s visit of Uranus here, and check out a video of Voyager 2’s launch below along with some images from the historic mission’s “Grand Tour” of the outer Solar System.
Both Voyager 1 and 2 are now headed out of the Solar System, crossing the boundary between the Sun’s solar wind and high-energy-particle-infused interstellar space. Voyager 1 is 12.8 billion miles from Earth; Voyager 2 10.6 billion miles away. A signal from each takes over 31 hours to reach Earth.
Learn more about the ongoing Voyager mission here.
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This is a rare aquatint etching by French artist Manuel Robbe. The title is; Confidence au Miroir, a fine impression of a young woman studying herself in the mirror. The image measures 17X10 1/4 inches. It is hand signed in pencil within the lower left corner of the image and numbered as "no.57", in the lower right border. This image is very scarce, no evidence of it showing up on the market. Printed on a laid type paper with the "arches" watermark.
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This week, Matt Drudge turned The Obamas, by New York Times columnist Jodi Kantor, into an instant bestseller by linking to a story that cited an anecdote from the book. It claimed that the Obamas held a spare-no-expense Halloween party at the White House. “For the Obamas’ first celebration in the White House, Desiree Rogers and her team turned the building into a spooky wonderland, with orange spotlights, thousand-pound pumpkins, and musicians dressed like skeletons,” Kantor reports. Inside the White House, at the VIP party, kids could play with George Lucas’ actual Wookies. More prominently, the State Dining Room was “decorated by the movie director Tim Burton in his signature creepy-comic style,” based on his new movie Alice in Wonderland. Johnny Depp showed up dressed as the Mad Hatter.
The White House hid the party from public view. They didn’t want the rest of the nation to know how they were spending our hard-earned tax dollars on an episode of MTV’s My Sweet Sixteen. Thus, neither Burton nor Depp showed up on White House visitor logs.
While this revelation in Kantor’s book is dismaying, it’s her portrayal of our Commander-In-Chief that is truly shocking. Barack Obama comes off as a man with deep personal issues, manifested in a supreme self-centeredness and tremendous insecurity. He is emotionally fragile, unable to stand criticism, and bewildered by dissent.
Take, for example, Obama’s tendency to cry. In Kantor’s book, Obama is repeatedly on the verge of tears. “During the campaign,” writes Kantor, “Obama told friends he couldn’t look at [Valerie] Jarrett during speeches lest he become too emotional and start to cry.” (That was because Jarrett played both sister and mother to Obama, as Kantor relates.) At the launch party for his poorly-written second autobiography, The Audacity of Hope, Kantor says, “he stood alone at the front of the tent, overcome with tears.” Just a few pages later, Obama is at it again, “tears in his eyes” while watching his daughter “practice dance moves,” since he sees her so seldom. Upon receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, the Obamas “felt better understood than they did in Washington” – and once again, Obama was “fighting back tears” during his speech.
Sensitivity is fine and dandy, but all too often, it comes along with serious insecurities of narcissism. That’s clearly the case with Obama, who apparently surrounds himself with women who overpower him (Michelle, Valerie Jarrett), then bullies everyone else. That self-centeredness translates into an obsession with power, even when it is exercised in absolute trivialities. A particularly illuminating example comes from early in Obama’s tenure in office. “Even amid the confounding crises of his first months in office,” Kantor writes,
“Barack Obama took satisfaction in a simple, glorious new truth: he was the president of the United States. One day he walked out of a meeting in his chief of staff’s office and began to flip through a stack of magazines on the desk of a young assistant to [Rahm] Emanuel. ‘Whose are these?’ he asked the assistant. Well, they just got sent here, addressed to the chief of staff, she replied. Then she paused and rethought her answer. ‘But everything in the White House is yours … so technically they’re yours,’ she said. The president shot her a satisfied look. The following day, he passed her desk and he magazines again. ‘Whose magazines are these?’ he asked. She had the answer ready this time. ‘They’re your magazines, Mr. President,” she said. Obama grinned and continued on his way.”
Everything is yours, Mr. President. Those are the words Obama longs to hear – and those are the words he’s longed to hear his entire career. Kantor briefly traces his political rise – carefully avoiding mention of his dubious relationships with Jeremiah Wright or Tony Rezko or Bill Ayers – portraying him as an idealist among idealists, a naïve Mr. Smith Goes to Washington type who wanted to be a non-politician politician.
But, of course, the truth is somewhat less noble. Obama comes across in the book as profoundly power-hungry – he couldn’t get anything done as a State Senator, so he moved on to the Senate; he couldn’t get anything done in the Senate, so he moved on to the presidency.
He’s frustrated with the presidency, too. “When Obama reflected privately on the presidency that fall, he often spoke about the limitations of the office,” Kantor reports about Obama’s first autumn in the White House. He was suffering from a “dawning sense of political powerlessness.” This is the highest form of egotism known to man. The president of the United States is the most powerful individual on earth. He does not get to complain about his lack of power. No wonder Obama has publicly mused about the beauties of the Chinese system – the only step up from the presidency is monarchy or dictatorship.
In China, the dictators need brook no criticism. And Obama can’t stand criticism. In another fascinating tidbit, Obama’s friend Christopher Edley, dean of UC Berkeley Law School, recommended via email that Obama not pick Rahm Emanuel as his chief of staff the day after the election. “Soon after he sent the note,” says Kantor, “the phone rang. It was Jarrett, warning Edley of a very angry phone call to come. ‘Why would you do this today, of all days?’ Obama demanded of Edley. He wanted to savor his moment of victory free of all criticism, Edley concluded; he did not have much tolerance for seeing his judgment doubted. The old friends never spoke again.”
Obama has carried that petulant attitude forward. We have now seen it on the public stage, day after day – a man exorcising his personal demons by bullying and whining his way through his presidency, blaming his political enemies and the American public for all his woes. It is not pretty. And looking behind the scenes with Jodi Kantor is even uglier still.
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RICHMOND, Va (WTVR ) -- Recommendations have been made to the governor on how to better protect Virginia students. A task force that evaluated mental health, education and public safety came up with a list of priorities they want the governor and General Assembly to consider.
Governor Bob McDonnell first appointed the task force soon after the deadly Newtown shooting, to prevent a similar tragedy from happening here in the Commonwealth.
"As you know I said earlier that we ought to try and do anything possible to keep these young people safe," Governor McDonnell said.
The group began taking form Thursday when the governor appointed 45 people, to include educators, public safety and mental health experts, parents, students, legislators and local leaders.
"We just know especially here in Virginia after the wake of VA Tech and this tragedy in Connecticut, anything we can do to improve the safety and give parents the confidence that their young child is going to go off and get a good education; and not be subject to a violent act--then we are going to do," McDonnell said.
Topping the list of 24 proposals:
Mandatory jail time for illegal gun buyers and illegal gun sellers, granting immunity to any person-with good faith-who reports credible danger, putting resource officers back on campus and the governor says more security needs to be added to the building themselves.
"We are looking at the locks and the latches in school, the technology that could be used to make the entrances more secure," McDonnell said. "I mean there's a lot of things to look at."
The two dozen proposals will now make their way to the General Assembly for consideration.
Click here for a complete list of the proposals.