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Faces of ChristWritten by Jane Williams Reviewed By Tanya Walker
Sixty-five beautifully reproduced full-color images of frescoes, icons, paintings, and sculptures from the sixth to twenty-first centuries accompany theologian Jane Williams's substantive text on the person of Jesus Christ. As in her previous Lion publications (Approaching Easter and Angels), this book draws both from her expertise as a theologian (tutor in Theology at St Mellitus College and visiting lecturer at King's College, London) and the potential communicative power of representational art to “reach parts of the human mind and heart that words cannot” (p. 6).
Through each successive chapter's text and accompanying images, Williams chronologically narrates the story of Christ from the Annunciation (and Jesus' family tree) through the Passion into Pentecost. Selected events form the framework for Jesus' “Ministry and Miracles” as well as his “Life and Teaching” by highlighting his roles as miracle-worker (feeding of the five thousand, healing the hemorrhaging woman and blind man, and walking on water), storyteller (the Good Samaritan, the Good Shepherd and the Prodigal Son) and rule-breaker (through his surprising exchanges with women and children).
The strength of interaction between word and image is most apparent when Williams explores the same event (such as the baptism of Christ) in multiple artistic iterations, drawing into dialogue with her text the thematic elements each artist has chosen to emphasize. Through this deliberate interplay of media (word and image) Williams hopes, quite simply, that the “face of Christ . . . will emerge for the reader” (p. 6). Readers looking for expert insight into the history and context of a particular artist or work will find scant commentary. Indeed, Williams makes no claims to provide such, but as a theologian focuses instead on interpreting the works through the lens of Christology. Images become the means by which she may “make theological points” while at the same time expecting the images to make their own (p. 6). Williams's thoughtful engagement through text and image offers, at times, refreshingly poignant reminders of the high stakes inherent in such events as the Annunciation to Mary or the desert temptation of Jesus and challenges the reflective reader to consider parallel choices one must make in light of the story of God.
Inherent to any work that pairs text and art are assumptions concerning the relative primacy and communicative power of word versus image. To observe a contrasting approach, one might consider the recent publication of Christopher R. Brewer's Art That Tells a Story in which contemporary works of art, framed by the grand narrative categories of Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Consummation, are instead accompanied by minimal text that serves primarily to suggest and direct contemplation as a secondary accompaniment to the images. The large coffee-table-book format and substantial white space surrounding each image also ensure that the weight of communicative power is placed upon the work of art, with the biblical and interpretative text playing a secondary and complementary role. In Williams's more diminutively sized book, text takes the upper hand in communication, whereby the image serves primarily to augment and illustrate her points.
One final observation: while the flyleaf promises “some of the many images of Jesus Christ that have been created by artists across the centuries and around the world,” I was disappointed to find only one image from the twenty-first century (a nativity sand sculpture, circa 2003) (p. 31) and two works by Jewish painter Marc Chagall that originate from the second half of the twentieth century (1952-1966 and 1971) (pp. 37, 106-7). Given Williams's implicit aim to engage the reader with a living Christ, it is unfortunate that the majority of images are too easily relegated to the past and associated only with museum walls or Christmas cards. One refreshing exception is the selection of Edith Caitlin Phelps's Wayside Madonna (1939) (p. 35). Placing this modern depiction alongside stereotypically familiar images of Mary with Jesus reveals the visual potential present in such contrasts.
Christ is, as Williams reminds us, “the citizen of every country, a member of every race, the eldest son of every family, inviting all to become brothers and sisters of his Father” such that we may find “our humanity in his countenance” (pp. 6, 9). Including additional contemporary artists such as Peter Howson, David Mach, Edward Knippers, and Janet McKenzie as well as more non-Western depictions, such as those highlighted in MOBIA's 2007 exhibition The Christian Story: Five Asian Artists Today, would have only served to strengthen her claim to the universality of Jesus for humanity and increase the relevance and communicative power of Williams's book.
On the whole, Williams offers a visual feast for mind and heart-an engaging meditation by which to see Christ so that “our own faces begin to change into his likeness” and we become “what we are called to be: God's beloved daughters and sons” (p. 9).
University of St Andrews
St Andrews, Scotland, UK
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READMANIA: Etido Inyang drums support for John Obot
The Chairman of the Ibom Power Company Board, Engr. Etido Inyang, has sent a solidarity message to Mr. John Obot, who is a about to break Guinness World Record for the longest reading aloud of books by an individual for 145 hours.
According to the solidarity statement released by Engr. Etido and made available Press men, Engr. Etido lauded John Obot’s passion to break the world record, saying it is an enormous feat to be achieved by an Akwa Ibom man and enjoined all Nigerians to imbibe a good reading habit.
In his words ” This is an enormous feat about to be achived by John ,especially as it is coming in an era when it is widely believed that an African man never reads hence the popular saying ” if you want to hide something from an African man, hide it in a book” . However, i am proud that an African man from Ikot Ekpene- the premier Local Government in British colonized West Africa is about to change that narrative. I commend his courage and enjoin everyone to imbibe a reading culture as reading is living”.
Engr. Etido praised him for his resilience, perseverance, and consistency in pursuing his passion and using the opportunity to put Nigeria and Akwa Ibom State on the global map.
He appealed to every well meaning Nigerian to not only emulate John Obot’s zeal to redefine the reading culture of Nigerians but to also support him in his mission to break the Guinness Work Record for the longest reading aloud of books by an individual for 145 hours.

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West Virginia University’s Organic Research Farm is a living laboratory. From teaching to outreach, the farm links scientific discovery with applications supporting an increasing number of organic growers and gardeners.
The farm will be open to the public from 1 – 7 p.m. on Aug. 7 for its annual field day.
Hosted by the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design and WVU Extension Service, the event introduces new research and highlights ongoing projects in organic production methods through intensive workshops and organized or self-guided tours of the farm, one of the largest certified organic research farms in the nation.
“The needs of organic growers are constantly evolving, and our research helps address the new opportunities and emerging problems they face,” said Jim Kotcon, associate professor of plant pathology. “We enjoy putting together this event every year and hope participants benefit from our efforts.”
Workshops led by WVU faculty and graduate students will provide overviews of plant disease identification and control, monitoring and managing squash vine borers, no-till vegetable production, internal parasite control in sheep and a summary of accomplishments in organic production.
As an invited speaker, Kristine Nichols, research program director at the Rodale Institute, a leading sustainable and organic agriculture research and education organization, will discuss soil health in organic systems.
The event will also include a walking tour of research and demonstration plots emphasizing market garden and site management practices for producers of horticultural crops.
Gates open at 12:45 p.m. with workshops beginning at 1:15 p.m. Guided tours begin at 4 p.m. Dinner featuring organic produce grown on the farm will be served at 6 p.m.
The event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is appreciated.
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Surgical removal of an extrauterine device migrating to appendix.
A 44-year-old Gravida 3, Parity 2, Abortion 0, Live 2, Syrian woman presented with abnormal uterine bleeding and transient pelvic cramps. She had no other complaints and had soft abdomen, with normal vital findings (afebrile, 120/80 mmHg). She had a Copper T A380 IUD, inserted one year ago during lactation. Her last birth was normal vaginal delivery two years ago and she was still breastfeeding. In her perspeculum examination, there was no thread of IUD. Following ultrasonography examination, a mislocated IUD was seen. The position of the uterus was anteverted (cervix angles forward) anteflexed (body is flexed forward) with endometrial thickness of 8 millimeters. An X-ray of her abdomen was performed and finally Copper T was revealed in the right side of her abdomen (Figure 1).
In laboratory, she had normal blood test count (hemoglobin count of 12.2 g/dL, white blood cell count of 7.9 x 103 /[micro]L, platelet count of 452 x [10.sup.3]/[micro]L, and thyroid stimulating hormone of 1.7 uIU/mL) with a negative pregnancy test (beta-hCG (total hCG) < 0.1 mIU/mL).
After obtaining her written informed consent, laparotomic operation was planned. Laparotomy with a Pfannenstiel incision was performed under general anesthesia. Intraoperatively, the IUD was found to be partly buried in right adnexa and was firmly attached to right tube and ovary. Scar tissue was not seen in the uterine fundus or corpus. With blunt and sharp dissections, tuba and ovary were remained unattached without any harm or lesions. At the bottom of attached tissue, IUD was also embedded by inflame enlarged appendix (Figure 2). IUD was embedded in the appendix and appendectomy was performed. There was no intraoperative complication.
The patient did well after operation and was discharged on the second postoperative day. Histopathological examination revealed chronic appendicitis, total peritonitis, edema, and fibrosis.
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) remain highly effective, reversible family planning methods in developing countries. There are various complications of intrauterine devices such as bleeding, perforation, and migration to adjacent organs or omentum . One of the most serious complications is uterine perforation (0.2-3.6/1000) especially inserted during lactation . Although perforation of the uterus by an IUD is rare, migration to the appendix is extremely rare. Here, we report a case of migration of an IUD to the appendix.
IUDs have been used worldwide since 1965 . There are two main types of IUDs: nonhormonal metallic copper releasing IUDs and hormonal levonorgestrel releasing IUDs (LNG-IUD) . It is still the most common family planning method in our country because of the low cost, long lasting protection, and lack of systemic side effects . However, there are several complications such as abdominal pain, menorrhagia, infection, and uterus perforation . Misplaced IUDs have been presented and described from several organs such as the intestinal tract  and urinary bladder . They may also be founded buried in the omentum . They may lead to perforation of the uterus and migrate to neighbouring organs such as rectum and appendix , as this case report has suggested. Uterine or neighbouring organ perforations can occur during insertion or later. It was showed that in most of the cases the mislocated IUDs were inserted within 1 year after deliveries [1, 8].
The mechanism of migration is thought to be traumatic insertion during the procedure itself and with the help of chronic inflammatory reaction causing erosion of the device through the uterine wall. The incidence of uterine perforation is reported in the range of 0.2-3.6 per 1000 . The incidence is accelerated by several factors, which include timing of insertion such as lactation period, the parity, experience of the operator, and the position of the uterus. Late symptoms are thought to be secondary migration with inflammatory process. One of the reasons of migration to an adjacent organ may occur through movements of omentum. Also enlarging uterus in unintended pregnancies and tubal ectopic pregnancy may cause migration [2, 8, 9].
In our case, IUD was performed one year ago in a local clinic during lactation period. During lactation period, both endometrial atrophy due to hypoestrogenic stage and accelerated involution of the uterus can lead to uterine perforation easily . Therefore, it is suggested to use copper intrauterine devices within less than 48 hours or more than 4 weeks of time after delivery in postpartum and breastfeeding or not breastfeeding period .
The presence of copper in the abdominal cavity may lead to peritonitis and adhesions causing fibrosis. We suggest that mislocated IUD in the abdominal cavity in asymptomatic patients should be removed urgently. Also in our case living as a refugee may cause inflammation process due to public conditions and it may accelerate abdominal symptoms but she ignored her periodic pain until abnormal uterine bleeding. She had copper IUD, too.
Kaplanoglu et al. retrospectively evaluated the data of 21 extrauterine IUD cases in their clinic in two years' time . They reported that a total of 14 copper and seven LNG-IUDs were used and 71,4% of the patients were in the lactation period. Laparoscopy was performed in 14 patients. Laparotomy was performed in 7 patients because of severe adhesions. Most of the extrauterine IUD cases were located in the Douglas pouch while others were found in retroperitoneum, near the ovary, and in omentum with one in near the uterine artery. None of them were located in appendix. Mislocated IUDs in omentum and retroperitoneum were converted to laparotomy because of dense adhesions .
An ultrasound screening is usually recommended as first line examination to control the location of IUD . The strings of device cannot be visualised during ultrasound examination in misplaced lost IUDs. Plain anteroposterior abdominal radiography is usually performed secondly to verify the presence of an IUD in the pelvis. Once it is found, secondary ultrasound examination of choice can be done to decide or detect the neighbourhood of the uterus as intestinal tract or urinary system. Computerized tomography can be used in complex cases where visceral involvement or surgical difficulty is suspected .
The treatment of mislocated IUDs is surgical and can be performed either laparoscopically or laparotomically . Because of minimally invasive technique, the preferred surgical treatment is laparoscopy. The option of treatment depends on the degree of perforation and clinical symptoms (peritoneal sepsis, acute abdominal pain, and intestinal obstruction). It should be selected for every patient individually. Moreover, surgical experience is important for the operator. In our case, because of the suspicion of adhesions with bowel involvement mostly like ceacum (as it was located in the right upper pelvic area in the abdominal radiography), we preferred laparotomy. On the other hand, laparoscopic removal of the mislocated IUD could be difficult due to intraabdominal adhesions with possible bowel injury and may cause harm to intestines.
An IUD is an essential safe method for contraception. A regular self-examination should be taught to the patients and caregivers should be awake for early and late symptoms of mislocated devices. Ultrasonography should be performed in the follow-up of the patients after IUD insertion. In addition, during postpartum period (breastfeeding or not breastfeeding) IUD methods are recommended more than 4 weeks after delivery. Finally, IUD can be successfully removed by laparotomy.
The authors declare that they have no conflict of interests.
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Gulsum Uysal, Hakan Nazik, Nefise Tanridan Okcu, Sevtap Seyfettinoglu, and Halil Kazgan
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Adana Numune Education and Research Hospital, Adana, Turkey
Correspondence should be addressed to Gulsum Uysal; firstname.lastname@example.org
Received 30 July 2016; Revised 12 October 2016; Accepted 16 October 2016
Academic Editor: Jagdish Butany
Caption: Figure 1: Abdomen X-ray of the patient. Copper T device was in the upper right side of the pelvis.
Caption: Figure 2: IUD was partly buried in right adnexa and was embedded by inflame enlarged appendix.
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MANILA, Philippines – Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel Zubiri is urging the government to immediately mass-produce the test kits developed by local scientists for the detection of novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the country.
The test kits were developed by local scientists at the University of the Philippines-National Institute of Health (UPNIH) through funding provided by the Department of Science and Technology.
Its public use has been given a greenlight by the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday.
“I urge the government and UP (University of the Philippines) if supplemental budget is necessary for this, I am more than willing to sponsor the measure,” Zubiri said in a statement issued Tuesday.
“Since this is more affordable and more accessible, we will able to cater to more patients,” he added.
He also thanked local scientists for this timely achievement after health authorities earlier revealed they have limited test kits amid rising coronavirus cases in the country.
“Thank you to our UP scientists for this speedy answer to our test kit problem. One reason for the growing panic in the past few days has been the severe lack of testing kits-we had only 2,000 testing kits, which is simply not enough to cater to our population, even just in Metro Manila,” he said.
“With UP’s test kits, we can now more have a better diagnostic process for the virus, and hopefully, this will allow us to develop a better containment strategy as well, as we find out which areas have the most cases,” he added.
Senator Panfilo Lacson also believes that the new test kits for coronavirus will help the government in dealing with the COVID-19 threat.
“Despite measly state support, our local scientists have given us a major boost – and much-needed hope – in dealing with the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), by way of test kits developed by local experts at the UPNIH,” he said in a separate statement issued Wednesday.
“Tests using these kits will cost less than 1/6 of those using imported kits,” he added.
Lacson also reiterated his proposal to raise the budgetary allocation for research and development, saying “it is high time our government throw its support behind our homegrown scientists.”
“I have repeatedly raised the issue of the minuscule budgetary allocation for research and development (R&D) in the national budget year in, year out – an average of, lo and behold, 0.4% of the annual budget from 2016 to 2020, including 0.39% for 2020,” he said.
“For the same five-year period, the DOST’s average budget is only P20 billion or a meager 0.56% against the trillions of pesos that we pass every year as our national budget,” he added.
Lacson believes that local scientists can contribute more if they are given adequate support by the government.
“Had our homegrown scientists been given the much-needed additional budgetary support for R&D, who knows how much more they can contribute? As it is, by not supporting them adequately, we’re wasting their talents and opportunities to help our nation,” he said.
“This should be a wake-up call for our government officials who do not invest in research and development (R&D) through the budget,” he added.
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OBJECTIVE: To determine the changes in ionised plasma calcium levels over a 24 h period in patients sustaining blunt trauma injuries and infused with the calcium containing colloid Haemaccel (6.25 mmol/ litre Ca2+). METHODS: The study was carried out on 24 trauma patients who attended the accident and emergency (A&E) department of the Leicester Royal Infirmary and required fluid resuscitation. Nineteen patients, with a mean injury severity score (ISS) of 14 (range 6 to 36), were given an infusion of Haemaccel; five patients in the control group with an ISS of 12 (range 6 to 19) were infused non-calcium-containing crystalloid. All types of fluids were recorded and serial plasma ionised calcium values were measured over a 24 h period. RESULTS: The mean pre-Haemaccel ionised calcium value fell to 0.71 mmol/litre following trauma. The mean values (mmol/litre) obtained in patients infused with Haemaccel were measured at 2, 4, 8, and 24 h. In the Haemaccel group these values were 1.38 (SD 0.34), 1.40 (0.44), 1.23 (0.27), and 1.18 (0.31) (at least P < 0.001 v baseline). The rise in calcium at 2 h was proportional to the volume of Haemaccel infused (r = 0.917; P < < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS: In all patients the plasma ionised calcium rose on infusion of Haemaccel and in a least one measurement 50% of patients developed hypercalcaemia (Ca2+ < 1.30 mmol/litre). The clinical significance of this is at present unclear.
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CHICAGO (AP) — Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith is back from a two-game suspension and Iman Shumpert is in the starting lineup for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Chicago Bulls on Friday night.
Shumpert's status was in question after he strained his left groin in Wednesday's win.
Smith, who is coming off the bench, is in uniform for the first time since he hit Boston's Jae Crowder in the face in the opening round. He felt he let his team down by doing that, particularly since the Cavaliers had already lost Kevin Love to a season-ending shoulder injury in that game.
"We were already short-handed with Kevin coming out and then (I) miss two games where I could say I could have helped, so it's tough," he said.
Smith swung backward and smacked Crowder during Cleveland's series-sweeping victory in Game 4. He was ejected and later suspended.
The Cavaliers had already lost Love earlier in the game. He was chasing a loose ball when he got tangled with Boston's Kelly Olynyk, who yanked down on his left arm.
Without Love and Smith, the Cavaliers dropped Game 1 against the Bulls in Cleveland before winning Game 2 on Wednesday.
"Watching the games at home knowing what the team is going through, knowing what we're doing, knowing how pregame is in the locker room, the camaraderie that we have before games and after the games and not being out there on the floor," Smith said, "that by far is the lowest point."
He said he muted the TV because he did not want to hear his name mentioned in a negative light. Smith also said he has been trying to get in extra work to stay in game shape.
"One of our assistant coaches had me on the court like a lab rat the last week-and-a-half," Smith said. "It should be all right."
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Submitted to: ASAE Annual International Meeting
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Publication Acceptance Date: 8/13/1997
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Citation: N/A Interpretive Summary: Much effort is currently being expended to produce renewable energy from plant materials to reduce our dependency on petroleum, a finite resource. Ethanol (alcohol) is a liquid fuel currently being produced mainly by converting the starch in corn to sugars which are then fermented to ethanol. A more sustainable raw material for ethanol, however, is the fibrous herbage of plants. These plant fibers are chains of sugars which can be fermented to ethanol if they can be broken down to individual molecules. Finding efficient ways to convert plant fibers to sugars is the key to ethanol production. A process investigated here is to treat the fiber with extremely hot water 430 deg F (220 deg C) for two minutes. The water is kept in the liquid state by holding it under high pressure. This treatment extracts about 60% of the plant dry matter. The resulting extract and solid residue can then be treated with enzymes to convert them into fermentable sugars. Development of efficient techniques for converting plant fiber to sugars for fermentation can be an important contribution to economical and renewable energy.
Technical Abstract: Alfalfa fiber derived from wet fractionation of fresh herbage was enzymatically saccharified and fermented with and without pretreatment. The liquid hot water (LHW) pretreatment consisted of flowing water kept in the liquid state by pressure, at 220 deg C through the fiber for two minutes. Yields of sugars and ethanol are compared.

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The first edition took place last year and hosted more than 2,500 participants and over 50 NGOs present on the Horyou platform. SIGEF 2015 is expected to have a far broader scope and reach, with 5,000 participants, 100 NGOs, 30 keynote speakers and 50 media partners.
This new edition of SIGEF is an open invitation for reflection, dialogue and action in favor of social innovation and social good. It will focus on proposing effective solutions to shape the better times to come.

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Indigenous Peoples, National Parks, and Protected Areas
A New Paradigm Linking Conservation, Culture, and Rights
Publication Year: 2014
Published by: University of Arizona Press
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...States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia who have contributed to this book. I give special thanks to Allyson Carter, editor-in- chief at the University of Arizona Press, for encouragement and guidance. I also appreciate the assistance at the University of Arizona Press of Amanda Piell, Leigh McDonald, Abby...
...The fortunes and futures of Indigenous peoples and national parks and other protected areas are entwined across vast areas of the world.1 Indigenous peoples’ lands and waters have provided global conservation with many of its most intact...
Part I. Rethinking Protected Areas and Indigenous Peoples
Chapter 1. Indigenous Peoples, Biocultural Diversity, and Protected Areas - Stan Stevens
...In recent years, Indigenous peoples have gained new international visibility and recognition. The term “Indigenous peoples,” little used in international discourse before the 1980s, has become the watchword of one of the great social and...
Chapter 2. A New Protected Area Paradigm - Stan Stevens
...In September 2003 a remarkable—and possibly watershed—moment in conservation and human rights history took place at the IUCN’s Vth World Parks Congress (WPC) in Durban, South Africa. The WPC is the most important global occasion...
Chapter 3. Community-Oriented Protected Areas for Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities: Indigenous Protected Areas in Australia - Marcia Langton, Lisa Palmer, and Zane Ma Rhea
Marcia Langton, Lisa Palmer, and Zane Ma Rhea
...Across the globe, community-oriented protected areas have been recognized as an effective way to support the preservation and maintenance of the traditional biodiversity-related knowledge of Indigenous peoples and local communities...
Chapter 4. A Tale of Three Parks: Tlingit Conservation, Representation, and Repatriation in Southeastern Alaska’s National Parks - Thomas F. Thornton
Thomas F. Thornton
...Why have Native Americans, in general, and the Tlingit of southeastern Alaska, in particular, enjoyed success in gaining governing authority over cultural resource economies but limited success in gaining comanagement over natural resource...
Part II. Complexity and Critiques
Chapter 5. National Parks in the Canadian North: Comanagement or Colonialism Revisited? - John Sandlos
...There is a widespread consensus among wildlife conservationists that parks and protected areas offer the last best hope for preserving biodiversity on a regional scale. Borrowing insights from new scientific subdisciplines such as landscape...
Chapter 6. State Governmentality or Indigenous Sovereignty?: Protected Area Comanagement in the Ashaninka Communal Reserve in Peru - Emily Caruso
...Throughout Peru’s history, Amazonia has constituted both an asset and a challenge to the nation-state. Viewed both as a treasure chest of wild and immense riches that would benefit the nation and as an unstable, mysterious, and dangerous...
Chapter 7. Green Neoliberal Space: The Mesoamerican Biological Corridor - Mary Finley-Brook
...Transitions toward transnationalized environmental states and inhabited eco-zones based on ideals of “green” neoliberalism are established as much through economic and political coercion as through staking claim to authoritative environmental...
Chapter 8. “Bargaining with Patriarchy”: Miskito Struggles over Family Land in the Honduran Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve - Sharlene Mollett
...The establishment and consolidation of protected areas in Latin America, referred to recently as the conservation “boom,” has become a growing subject of geographic inquiry (Zimmerer and Carter 2002; Sundberg 2006). This so-called boom...
Part III. Moving Forward: Opportunities, Constraints, and Negotiations
Chapter 9. Mutual Gains and Distributive Ideologies in South Africa: Theorizing Negotiations between Communities and Protected Areas - Derick A. Fay
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...adjoining communities are increasingly involved in formal negotiation processes with state officials, NGOs, and other actors. With a few exceptions (Glavovic 1996; MacDonald 1997; Steenkamp 2001), the literature on community–protected area relations...
Chapter 10. Conservation and Maya Autonomy in Guatemala’s Western Highlands: The Case of Totonicapán - Brian W. Conz
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...Contemporary efforts to implement new paradigm approaches to conservation may help to redress the legacies of fortress conservation (Brockington 2002) and the Yellowstone model (Stevens 1986, 1997a), but they face social, political, and ecological...
Chapter 11. Indigenous Peoples’ and Community Conserved Territories and Areas in the High Himalaya: Recognition and Rights in Nepal’s National Parks - Stan Stevens
...In Nepal, as in many other parts of the world, Indigenous peoples continue to protect sacred natural sites, collectively manage forest and grazing commons, and maintain sustainable land-use practices even after their territories have been...
Chapter 12. Advancing the New Paradigm: Implementation, Challenges, and Potential - Stan Stevens
...The new protected area paradigm embraces Indigenous peoples’ conservation achievements and capacity and considers them vital to creating, sustaining, and restoring global biocultural diversity. It envisions global conservation as being...
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Page Count: 392
Illustrations: 17 photos, 17 illustrations, 6 tables
Publication Year: 2014
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WIPP's Blue Mine Rescue Team wins nationals
CARLSBAD —The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant's Blue Mine Rescue Team buried the competition at the Metal/Non-Metal National Mine Rescue Championship in Reno, Nevada, last week.
The team won first place in the field competition and fourth in the team technician competition that judges technicians' ability to make sure breathing apparatuses are in working condition.
“I couldn’t be prouder of the professionals we call the WIPP Mine Rescue Team,” said Phil Breidenbach, President and Project Manager of Nuclear Waste Partnership, in a news release. “After watching the competition and seeing our employees’ passion, it makes me proud to be associated with them. Every person at WIPP can rest assured that we work with the best mine rescue teams in the nation.”
The Blue Team was led by first-time captain Heath Fowler.
WIPP's Red Team also competed, earning sixth in the first aid competition.
The championships are held every other year. Teams are tested on knowledge of mine gases, ventilation, first aid, miner recovery and firefighting.
WIPP's teams are also utilized by area potash mines, the release said.
Blue Team: Heath Fowler, Ed Keyser, Ty Zimmerly, Kirk Nance, Nico Dominguez, Lance Tunbow, Gary Kessler, Manny Marquez and Richard "Stik" West.
Red Team: Matt Ridgway, Mark Long, Fabian Carrasco, Matt Carnathan, Justin Bailey, Tony Mihelic, Aaron Ballew, Kelly Burke and Richard "Stik" West.
Maddy Hayden can be reached at 575-628-5512.


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Vietnam Corn Import: A Close Tie With Latin America
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Vietnam, a country known for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes, is also a significant player in the global corn market. But what exactly drives the corn trade in Vietnam? How has the market evolved from January to July 2023? Let’s dive into the kernels of truth and explore the fascinating world of Vietnam’s corn trade.
The Corn Landscape in Vietnam
Corn, a staple food for many, is more than just a crop in Vietnam. It’s a symbol of growth, prosperity, and a connection to the global economy. But why is Vietnam’s corn market so intriguing?
First, let’s look at the numbers. In the first half of 2023, Vietnam’s corn export has seen a remarkable increase, while imports have remained relatively stable. What’s behind this growth? Is it merely a seasonal trend, or is there more to the story?
Key Factors Impacting Vietnam’s Corn Trade
1. Global Demand: The world’s appetite for corn is insatiable. Corn’s versatility makes it a sought-after commodity, from livestock feed to biofuels. With its strategic location and favorable climate, Vietnam has capitalized on this demand.
2. Government Policies: Vietnam’s government has implemented policies to boost local production and reduce reliance on imports. But is this a double-edged sword? While it promotes self-sufficiency, could it also stifle innovation and international collaboration?
3. Climate Conditions: Mother Nature always has a say. Unpredictable weather patterns can either bless or curse the harvest. How has Vietnam managed to navigate these turbulent waters?
4. Trade Agreements: International relations play a vital role in export and import. The trade agreements Vietnam has forged with other nations can either open doors or create barriers. What’s the balance here, and how does it affect the corn trade?
According to AgFlow data, Vietnam imported 0.6 million tons of Corn from Argentina in July 2023, followed by Brazil (0.5 million tons) and India (0.12 million tons). Total imports hit 3.4 million tons in Jan-July 2023. Vietnam was purchasing large amounts of Corn from the Brazil, Argentina, and India, such as 74,500 tons, 68,200 tons, and 55,000 tons, respectively.
July shipments were the largest in Jan – July of 2023, with 1.2 million tons. The following months were Jan (0.7 million tons), June (0.6 million tons), Feb (0.3 million tons), March (0.2 million tons), and Apr (0.2 million tons).
Challenges and Tradeoffs
Balancing these factors is like walking a tightrope. On one hand, promoting local production empowers farmers and strengthens the economy. On the other hand, too much focus on self-reliance might hinder international trade and collaboration.
Similarly, trade agreements can be a double-edged sword. While they open markets and foster relationships, they might also expose Vietnam to global market fluctuations and competition.
And let’s not forget the unpredictable weather. A bountiful harvest one year might lead to overconfidence, only to be followed by a drought the next. How can Vietnam prepare for such uncertainties?
Vietnam’s corn trade is a complex and multifaceted subject. From January to July 2023, we’ve seen growth, innovation, and challenges. The interplay between global demand, government policies, climate conditions, and trade agreements paints a promising and cautionary picture.
The corn market in Vietnam is not just about numbers and policies; it’s about people, culture, and a connection to the world. It’s a dance between self-reliance and global collaboration, between embracing opportunities and preparing for challenges.
As we look to the future, one thing is clear: Vietnam’s corn trade is a field ripe for exploration, understanding, and growth. Whether you’re a casual observer or a professional in the agricultural commodity industry, the story of Vietnam’s corn is a fascinating journey that offers insights, lessons, and inspiration.
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Governor Brian Sandoval this morning issued the following statement regarding the federal government shutdown:
"While the full impact of a federal government shutdown is not entirely known, the State of Nevada is well positioned to handle a short-term shutdown. With current available resources, Nevadans who receive SNAP benefits, unemployment benefits, or Medicaid should not see a disruption in services. Public safety will also not be affected.
"My Administration has been working with state agencies gathering information on potential impacts, and will continue to do so as more information becomes available. It is my hope that Congress can find a way forward to fund the federal government. However, if that does not occur the State of Nevada is prepared."


Washington, DC – This week, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik cosponsored the Trillion Trees Act of 2021, a bipartisan bill that utilizes proper forest management and a market-based approach to address the climate challenges of the 21st century. If signed into law, the Trillion Trees Act would solidify the United States as a global leader of the One Trillion Trees Initiative by conserving, restoring, and growing 1 trillion trees worldwide.
“The North Country is home to plentiful forests and natural resources, and I have always been committed to finding market-based, fiscally responsible solutions to preserve our beautiful landscape. The Trillion Trees Act is a bipartisan, innovative approach to tackling the climate challenges we face by engaging the private sector to make our forests healthier, stronger, and more resilient,” said Congresswoman Stefanik.
Studies show that restoring 1 trillion new trees globally would sequester 205 gigatons of carbon, an amount equivalent to two-thirds of all man made emissions remaining in the atmosphere today. The Trillion Trees Act will accomplish this momentous goal by focusing on the regeneration, management, and utilization of trees.
Congresswoman Stefanik was also an original cosponsor of the Trillion Trees Act in 2020.


Sea-sickness is a common malaise, experienced by most sailors at one time or another. But setting sail alone for even short periods can also have effects on mental health.
Most sailors know the story of Donald Crowhurst. When he slipped his lines in Teignmouth to take part in the first Golden Globe race neither he nor his boat, the Teignmouth Electron, were prepared. Under a great deal of social and financial pressure from the outset, Crowhurst conceived a plan to falsify his logbooks… only for one setback after another to push his already precarious mental state over the edge. It is thought that he killed himself by jumping from his boat in July 1969.
Then there is the strange tale recounted by Joshua Slocum, who became the first person to sail solo around the world. Caught in stormy weather, and already feeling sick, he went below deck to rest. On returning to the cockpit, he saw another sailor at the helm. The apparition reassured Slocum that he meant him no harm, and explained that he was a pilot of Columbus’ ship the Pinta, then advised the captain to rest more, and leave his own boat, the Spray, in his hands.
Slocum wrote that he did just that, adding: “Columbus himself could not have held her more exactly on her course. I felt grateful to the old pilot. I had been in the presence of a friend and a seaman of vast experience”.
For Slocum and for Crowhurst, the stresses of life alone at sea took their toll to some extent. Modern research supports the idea that solo sailing can have significant mental health risks – due in part to the punishing lack of sleep and potential poor diet, physical demands on the body, and also the effects of isolation.
In his 2005 research Under Sail Alone at Sea, University of Brisbane professor Richard Hutch identified depression as a key risk for solo sailors. While researching the book, he found several such skippers who had almost reached the point of suicide, but – unlike Crowhurst – pulled back from the brink.
Peter Suedfeld, in the study Sensory Deprivation, also noted the effects on mental health of sailors. He found that solo skippers and sailors who have been shipwrecked “generally described disturbances in attention and in organisation of thought… hallucinations and delusions”.
By its very nature, research into the mental health effects of solo sailing is difficult because it relies so heavily on self-reporting. One way to address this is to look at research from a different field: prisoners.
One study, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law in 2010, found many potential mental health risks arising from isolation, even for relatively short periods. These risks include anxiety, depression, anger, cognitive disturbance, perceptual distortions, obsessive thoughts, paranoia and psychosis. What’s more, the study learned that prisoners who were already suffering some kind of mental health problem before isolation (remember Crowhurst’s pre-voyage difficulties?) were much more at risk. That’s not all; such are the concerns about the effects of isolation on mental health that the United Nations Committee Against Torture ruled in 2014 that full isolation of prisoners for 22 or more hours per day was unacceptable. The UN has also banned the use of solitary confinement in prisons for longer than 15 days. From the sailor’s perspective, that’s very significant – as it can take twice that time for the average leisure skipper to cross the Atlantic, and much longer to get across the Pacific.
Of special interest at the time of writing is the information that we can learn from health crises about isolation and the effects it might have on sailors. It’s still too early to draw many concrete conclusions from the COVID-19 lockdowns and quarantine rules, but we already have the data from other similar situations. For example, the American Psychological Association reported a study into people going into quarantine during the SARS epidemic, of whom 29% showed symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and 31% of depression – in addition to problems with sleep, lower immunity and difficulty focusing or managing emotions.
And yet, most solo sailors go it alone because they choose to. With that in mind, what can skippers do before setting off, during or after their voyages?
On passage, the advice from Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, who won the Golden Globe race in which Crowhurst took part, is to keep busy and maintain a sense of humour. In addition, today’s skippers can mitigate the effects of isolation thanks to technology that simply wasn’t widely available when Knox-Johnston was becoming the first person to sail single-handed, non-stop around the world. For a fairly modest price, we can purchase a satellite communication device and data package that allow us to stay in touch with loved ones – though there will still be plenty of hours to fill on passage, so the advice on keeping busy still holds true.
Finally, a word on preparation. Getting into shape and getting a health check-up (mental and physical) can help sailors planning solo voyages and give them advance warning of any potential problems. A psychological assessment, before and after a long passage alone, could certainly prove valuable. If your results, like Knox-Johnston’s, come back “disturbingly normal”, you can make of that what you will.


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“Wise men build up on the rock”. Exalting God and exhorting men. Spreading knowledge and rendering acts of kindness from 1985.
With God’s help we have been able to work for the relief and rehabilitation of Gujarat earth quake 2001 victims. Tsunami 2004, India Pak border earthquake, Sikkim earthquake, Chennai flood and the covid-19.


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Resident doctors at the municipal Sion Hospital have struck work since Monday morning. They have assembled outside the Sion hospital to protest the increasing number of attacks on resident doctors.
A large number of doctors have participated in the strike. Relatives of a deceased patient, Rekha Singh, who succumbed to kidney failure on 18 March, beat up a resident doctor after he conveyed the news of her death.
On 19 March, three accused were arrested but later were released on bail.
The doctors are now saying they are unable to work in an atmosphere of fear and insecurity at the BMC run hospital. They say they are bearing the brunt of systemic failure and facing the ire of patients.
Newly elected Mumbai mayor Vishwanath Mahadeshwar is scheduled to visit Sion Hospital today and could meet the protesting doctor. Yesterday, the resident doctors held a candle march to protest against the assault. Read here -


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- Some patients with pre-existing mental disorders may experience worsening psychotic symptoms or bromocriptine may reduce the effectiveness of some medications used to treat psychotic disorders.
- Bromocriptine may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. Patients should not drive or operate machinery until they know how they will respond to the medication.
- Certain medications used to treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders may interact with the way bromocriptine works.
What is the dosage for bromocriptine-oral?
Bromocriptine should be taken with meals.
- The dose for treating hyperprolactinemia is 2.5 to 15 mg daily. The initial dose for treating acromegaly is 1.25 to 2.5 mg at night. The dose may be increased by 1.25 to 2.5 mg every 3 to 7 days up to a maximum dose of 100 mg daily.
- Parkinson's treatment is started at 1.25 mg every 12 hours. The dose may be increased by 2.5 mg a day every 2 to 4 weeks up to a maximum dose of 100 mg daily.
Which drugs or supplements interact with bromocriptine-oral?
- Certain medications used to treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders may interact with the way bromocriptine works. Patients receiving treatment for mental disorders should check with their doctor or pharmacist before beginning a regimen that contains bromocriptine.
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There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of bromocriptine use in pregnant women. Bromocriptine should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the unborn baby.
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Health Promotion for Elderly in Northeastern Thailand Using Japan’s Self-Sustained Movement (SSM) Program
Hatachi Industry has worked in close collaboration with Thai partners to transfer their know-how for a preventative care system that can meet the needs of older Thai people. The program has been particularly effective at identifying and supporting frail older people who may soon require nursing care.
Bueng Yitho municipality uses a bottom-up grassroots approach to provide a continuum of care for older people with a wide range of needs in their community. Based on the success of their program at the local level, they have developed a framework for disseminating STRONG to other local governments in Thailand.
The Matsudo Project: A New Urban Model for Reducing the Need for Long-Term Care in the Post COVID-19 Era
The Matsudo Project offers free online Kayoinoba classes in response to the challenges of its aging population and the COVID-19 pandemic. These classes provide older people with opportunities to connect with each other and across generations and to become more confident to use technology in their everyday lives.
Preventing Stroke Recurrence through a Hospital–Local Government Partnership to Support Patient Self-Management
Komagane City, Japan, collaborates with Showa Inan General Hospital to prevent stroke recurrence in older patients. This year-long program starts at hospitalization and includes patient education, self-monitoring, and consultations. By focusing on mild stroke patients, recurrence rates dropped from 8% to 4.8%.
Vietnam’s aging population faces vision loss, impacting their independence. The Vietnam Association of the Elderly launched “Bright Eyes for Older People” in 2012, providing free vision care to millions. This data-driven campaign, backed by partnerships, raised over $22.3 million.


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Isn’t it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet?
L. M. Montgomery
this is the quote I’ve been living off of recently
I keep thinking about this river somewhere, with the water moving really fast. And these two people in the water, trying to hold onto each other, holding on as hard as they can, but in the end it’s just too much. The current’s too strong. They’ve got to let go, drift apart. That’s how it is with us. It’s a shame, Kath, because we’ve loved each other all our lives. But in the end, we can’t stay together forever.
There are darknesses in life and there are lights, and you are one of the lights, the light of all lights.

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Harbin Engineering University has succeeded in creating a crab-like robot suitable for search and rescue missions. Designed and modeled based on real crabs, this 60 cm long, 35cm wide and 25cm thick robotic crab had passed numerous tests.
Its body weights 12kg and it is capable of moving at a speed of 540m/hr. It even comes equipped with GPS, and is able to dive into waters that are 4 meters deep to carry out search and rescue, surveying and video recording tasks.
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Establishing a Roadmap for IT SustainabilityExecutive OverviewTo help Intel consume fewer energy-related resources and produce less waste, Intel IT is executing a sustainability strategy based on our Sustainability Baseline Model, a tool developed in-house that quantitatively measures and predicts the environmental impact of key changes related to IT.Our goal is to reduce Intel IT’s carbon emissions by five percent for 2009 compared to the 2008 baseline. We used our model to calculate our current carbon dioxide (CO2) footprint and to perform “what-if” analyses to help identify projects with the greatest impact and value related to reducing CO2 emissions. We are also implementing a three-phase roadmap that will guide efforts to reduce our carbon dioxide footprint:• Phase 1. Focuses on baseline sustainability projects with measurable energy reductions in 2009 and beyond.• Phase 2. Features innovative proofs of concept that can demonstrate further additional energy reductions through 2010.• Phase 3. Involves proliferation along with research and development, with a focus on using IT to help reduce Intel’s carbon footprint in general.This roadmap helps us maintain our focus and balance our sustainability efforts with business demands.Using the data from our model and our roadmap, we have been able to influence Intel IT’s CO2 reduction and avoidance actions in the right direction by reducing energy consumption, developing innovative sustainable solutions, and empowering sustainability.Read the full Establishing a Roadmap for IT Sustainability white paper.
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No. Assuming you have your "hot" tire pressures dialed in, not "cold", and the handlling is off then to reduce (dial out) understeer or oversteer you would adjust the tire pressures as listed above. The difference being "hot" vs "cold" and "fine tuning" of the handling characteristics. You still first need to figure out what "cold" F and R tire pressures to start with. I left this out because I assumed people would read the article.
BTW, the delta psi I posted above is "cold" and on a dedicated track car so I would not recommend anyone use that as a starting point.
Also, PSC tires can easily handle over -3 deg of neg camber and perform extremely well, even without shaving. I certainly would not recommend over -2.5 deg for a street tire.
I was just quoting the part of the increase/decrease of pressure..you actually say to increase/decrease both the front and back all at the same time which is contradicting in itself...I think you were meaning to say to - Reduce Understeer decrease front and increase rear.
BTW great article you posted!


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Health experts have some bad news for high school football players: There is no particular type or brand of helmet or mouth guard that will keep you relatively safe from a concussion.
The companies that make helmets and mouth guards often claim that...
| Nov 5, 2013
When the 1980 edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (commonly known as the DSM-3) was being prepared, psychiatrist Allen Frances lobbied for the inclusion of a new diagnosis: masochistic personality disorder. His push...
| Sep 21, 2013
| 11:26 AM
Three decades ago, when so many of his friends were dying of AIDS, Stephen Crohn wondered why he—a gay man whose longtime companion had been one of the first to die from the disease--had managed to avoid it.
Was it just a matter of time before...
| Oct 18, 2013
| 6:08 PM
The rare beaked whale discovered Tuesday night on Venice Beach likely had been dead and decomposing for some time before drifting ashore, a marine mammal specialist said Friday.
The mammal, tentatively identified as a Stejneger's beaked whale, had no...
| Nov 4, 2013
| 7:57 AM
Police officials missed checking in on Paul Anthony Ciancia "by a matter of minutes" before a deadly shooting rampage occurred at Los Angeles International Airport, the chairman of the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee said Sunday.
| Oct 17, 2013
| 12:02 PM
Among the many vital roles that sleep plays in our lives, our nightly rest may give us the chance to take out the cerebral trash, says a new study.
No, we're not talking about some kind of Ambien-induced sleep-housework. We're talking about the...
| Oct 29, 2013
| 7:22 PM
WASHINGTON — An independent watchdog agency warned Congress on Tuesday that the American military withdrawal from Afghanistan would hinder efforts to monitor dozens of U.S.-financed reconstruction projects, including a hydroelectric dam and health...
| Oct 31, 2013
| 2:04 PM
A little tour of political news:
In Los Angeles, a former aide to City Councilman Jose Huizar filed a lawsuit alleging that he had harassed and punished her when she refused to provide sexual favors. (Not true, the married councilman said; it was a...
| Oct 24, 2013
| 4:30 PM
Deep-brain stimulation, a technique used for more than a decade to manage the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, may help restore greater function and more natural movement to patients with spinal cord injuries that have left at least a few nerves intact,...
| Oct 23, 2013
| 8:00 PM
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Dojo-Pro Katana Model #8
29 inch blade
With over 30 katana models for sale, Ronin's dojo pro line of samurai swords is the largest Japanese sword line in the world. Each unique tsuba is based on an actual antique Japanese katana. The pro line is extensively tested yearly, with testing videos published on you tube having received nearly 5 million views. Ronin has destroyed over $10,000 in swords to help educate the public in what our swords can, and can not do. Ronin strives to produce a safe and reliable workhorse sword that is welcome in dojos around the world. Ronin is a global brand with retailers based in the United States, Europe, and Japan.
Steel: Through hardened 1060 steel samurai sword
Saya: Hand cut and polished buffalo horn Kurikata, Koguchi and Kojiri.
Weight: 2.65 pounds
POB: 4 3/4 - 5 inches
Length in saya: 43 inches
Tsuka: 11 inches
Blade: 29 inches
Habaki to tip: 28 inches
Sageo: Synthetic silk
Fuchi: Backened iron
Kashira: Blackened iron
what more can you ask for at this price?
this was my first sword i ever owned and one of the best swords i ever had for the price it was at. iron sukashi fittings, the aesthetic, the blade, the nicely shaped handle all of it was just so good. the 1 and only thing is the habaki did not have a tight fit in the saya but even still if you take proper care of this sword, it will last you years of cutting.
The initial packaging made me a bit hesitant, however, I was very pleased as soon as I was able to pair this blade with a proper Kaku Obi. The length of the blade fits my height very well (5’9-10). The blade uses a weird waxy oil, however, this goes away after a few wipes. The overall construction is extremely solid, nothing was loose on the blade itself, however the ito wrapping is slightly loose. I am very serious when I mean slightly. It isn’t that big of a concern, however it is something to note. I am very happy with my purchase! It’s a beautiful work of art as well as a very sharp weapon. There are some points on the tsuba (hand guard) that need to be smoothed out, although I’ve never ran into a problem of being poked while using the katana for iaido. Would buy again!
This sword is so nice and well built for the money. Already tested it out cutting things in half snd it doesn’t show any wear or damage. Craftsmanship is beautiful and it’s very well balanced. A beautiful display piece but also a true weapon at the same time.
My Katana arrived in perfect condition and after inspection the only minor flaw I could find was the Tsuba had some sharp edges. I took a hand file and smoothed them out and now it's spot on. Great product at a great price
Great katana great price
I was looking to buy my first katana ,did some research and decided to go with Ronin,glad I did.the katana is great.
Dojo Pro number 8
Fast shipping , beautiful sword , well balanced , FYI not a sword expert but really a nice piece , razor sharp
Strong and sharp. Same geometry as a Dragon King Warfire and Cold Steel Mizutori. I expected the blade to be a bit beefier, but still one of my new faves. For the price, it is worth every penny.
Model 8 RK dojo pro I have owned both a chenness tenchi and a dynasty forge musha. And a few others as well. Most reviews will tell you that for fit and finish the musha wins easily and cuts slightly better. I have not cut with it yet. But it's sharp. Well balanced. And absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Fast delivery- (2 or 3 days). Upon inspection-and looking for flaws- theres about 1/16th inch of rayskin being short and showing the wood underneath... That is almost impossible to see. If you shake it vigorously there's a slight rattle while in the saya so it's not a perfect fit....but close. That's beyond nitpicking. Otherwise, smooth transitions,the ito is wrapped tightly on the handle. The fittings are tight. Buffalo horn on both ends of the saya as well as the eye- something the musha doesn't include. I would most definitely recommend this sword. you won't find many katana at this price that can compare. 5 stars so far. Awesome katana.
Great deal on a Katana everything is there as advertised. Excellent blade Iam happy with my purchase


Thiruvananthapuram |Sunday, 2020 1:15:05 AM ISTKerala on Saturday recorded its single-day high of 4,644 coronavirus cases, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said. Eighteen more COVID-19 fatalities took the state's death toll to 519.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 20, 2020 8:12:25 PM ISTKerala reported 4,696 fresh COVID-19 cases on Sunday, taking the total number of active cases in the state till date to 39,415, said the state government.... read..
Ernakulam (Kerala) | September 20, 2020 6:12:20 PM ISTThe Judicial First Class Magistrate Court at Ernakulam remanded three Al-Qaeda operatives - Murshid Hasan, Mosaraf Hoseen and Yakub Biswas - arrested on Saturday by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 20, 2020 5:42:14 PM ISTHeavy rains lashed various parts of Kerala, after India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a red alert for eight districts of the state--Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod.... read..
Kottayam |Sunday, 2020 3:45:05 AM ISTThe ongoing factional feud in the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church is all set to take a turn for the worse after a sub-court here asked the district authorities to hand over the famed and hugely popular St Mary's Church at Manarcad near here to the Orthod... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Sunday, 2020 2:15:06 AM ISTKerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans antipathy for probing questions from journalists is known to everybody and blowing his top during press conferences is also well-known.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 20, 2020 1:42:23 PM ISTAfter heavy rains lashed several parts of Kerala on Sunday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued red alerts for the Idukki, Malappuram, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts of the state.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Saturday, 2020 9:15:06 PM ISTSuccessive governments in Kerala have failed in anti-terror activities said State BJP president K.Surendran on Saturday.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Saturday, 2020 3:15:06 AM ISTIt was a costly goof up by the authorities at the Palakkad district hospital in Kerala, when a tribal woman's body was handed over to another family, whose member had died and tested Covid positive.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Saturday, 2020 4:45:05 PM ISTThe National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday busted an inter-state module of Al Qaeda operatives as it conducted raids in West Bengal and Kerala on Saturday morning. Three of the nine Qaeda men were arrested from Ernakulam district.... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 19, 2020 9:12:17 AM ISTThe Customs department has registered two cases against the Kerala government for allegedly accepting consignments of Quran and 18,000 kg of dates imported by the UAE consulate officials for their personal use through diplomatic channels, officials inform... read..
Kannur (Kerala) | September 19, 2020 6:12:25 PM ISTA two-day red alert was issued for Kannur district as heavy rains affected several parts of Kerala.... read..
Kottayam (Kerala) |Friday, 2020 6:45:06 AM ISTIt was a day that all present-day politicians would dream for, but was a reality for one of Kerala's most popular leaders - Congress veteran Oommen Chandy as he was on Thursday honoured for completing 50 years as a legislator on the trot from the same con... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 18, 2020 10:42:21 AM ISTKerala government has issued revised instructions for quarantine norms for guest workers, specialised workers visiting Kerala from other states and standard operating procedure (SOP) for registration in Covid-19 Jagratha portal to ensure proper quarantine... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Friday, 2020 6:15:06 AM ISTKerala on Thursday registered the highest one-day spike of 4,351 Covid cases, health officials said.... read..
Kochi |Friday, 2020 1:15:06 AM ISTTwo days after Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan gave a clean chit to the state's Higher Education Minister K.T. Jaleel in the Kerala gold smuggling case, the latter was summoned by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday and was question... read..
Malappuram (Kerala) | September 18, 2020 10:12:16 AM ISTA male elephant aged between 18-20 years from the Mettupalayam forest range in Coimbatore was found dead on Thursday in the jungles of Nilgiris. The animal was injured and the Forest Department had made arrangements to tranquilise him for the treatment bu... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 18, 2020 2:12:14 AM ISTKerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday clarified that the police arrangements to take action against fake news is not targetted at any specific individuals and will not affect media freedom in any way.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 18, 2020 1:42:20 AM ISTThe Kerala High Court on Thursday referred the plea seeking probe into the alleged distribution of sub-standard Onam kits by Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation (Supplyco), to a division bench.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Friday, 2020 6:45:06 PM ISTGone are the days when Kerala State Health Minister K. K.Shailaja was omnipresent in the TV channels taking all the accolades, when the Covid pandemic was gripping the country and Kerala was fighting it, but today she is hardly visible.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Friday, 2020 9:45:06 PM ISTThe controversial Kerala gold smuggling case appears to have taken a new turn with the Holy Quran now taking centre stage.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Thursday, 2020 1:15:06 AM ISTKerala on Wednesday registered it highest 3,830 coronavirus cases in a single day.... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 17, 2020 4:42:32 PM ISTSeveral Congress workers were detained as they staged massive protests outside the office of National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Kochi on Thursday, demanding State Higher Education Minister KT Jaleel's resignation.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 17, 2020 5:42:24 PM ISTThe wreath-laying ceremony of Naik Aneesh Thomas who lost his life in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan at the Sunderbani Sector of Jammu and Kashmir, was conducted at the Thiruvananthapuram Airport here on Thursday.... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 17, 2020 9:12:27 AM ISTKerala Blaster FC have signed Mizoram born Lalthathanga Khawlhring from North East United FC for the upcoming season of the Indian Super League (ISL).... read..
Kochi |Thursday, 2020 7:45:06 PM ISTTwo days after Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan gave a clean chit to State Higher Education Minister K. T.Jaleel in the Kerala gold smuggling case, the latter appeared before the NIA probe team on Thursday. And, the opposition was quick to intensify... read..
Alappuzha (Kerala) | September 17, 2020 8:12:34 PM ISTQuestioning of the Kerala Higher Education Minister KT Jaleel by the National Investigative Agency (NIA) is a "serious matter", Opposition leader R Chennithala said on Thursday, adding that the United Democratic Front (UDF) is planning a "vigorous agitati... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 17, 2020 2:42:22 PM ISTKerala Minister KT Jaleel on Wednesday visited the office of National Investigation Agency (NIA), in connection with the Kerala gold smuggling case, days after he was quizzed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 17, 2020 2:42:23 PM ISTThe Kerala High Court on Thursday granted bail to Muhammad Anwar, Muhammad Abdul Shameem and Jipsal in connection with a case related to the Kerala gold smuggling being probed by the Customs department.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 17, 2020 11:12:19 PM ISTAs many as 4,351 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Kerala on Thursday, taking the total number of active cases in the state to 34,314, according to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO).... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 16, 2020 8:12:20 PM ISTThe construction of the Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) kicked off on Wednesday with the construction of eight more terminals of the Kochi Water Metro, starting with piling work at Eloor here.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Wednesday, 2020 8:15:05 PM ISTHitting back at Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for calling state BJP President K Surendran as someone with an unsound mind, BJP spokesperson Sandeep Warrier said on Wednesday that gold smuggling case prime accused Swapna Suresh and the CM's daughter Veen... read..
Kochi |Wednesday, 2020 7:15:06 PM ISTActing on six different petitions, the Kerala High Court on Wednesday passed an interim order seeking Centre's view on the need for a federal probe into a gold loan firm's claim of having gone bust, besides asking police to treat each complaint as an indi... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Wednesday, 2020 6:45:05 AM ISTLauding Kerala's people for showing restraint and following Covid protocols, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Tuesday said that such strict caution should continue, otherwise things will go out of hand.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 16, 2020 11:12:15 PM ISTKerala Chief Judicial Magistrate Court on Wednesday granted permission to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct a polygraph test and a layered voice analysis on four persons in connection with the death of famous violinist Balabhaskhar who ... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Wednesday, 2020 10:15:06 PM ISTFour people on Wednesday agreed to appear for a lie detector test after the CBI, which took over the probe into the death of hugely popular young musician Balabhaskar in a road accident, sought it.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Wednesday, 2020 7:15:05 AM ISTLashing out at state BJP President K. Surendran, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said on Tuesday that he will deal with him appropriately.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram/Delhi |Wednesday, 2020 4:15:06 AM ISTEven after the Enforcement Directorate having questioned State Higher Education Minister K.T. Jaleel, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is all set to question him in the next two days. Still, a confident Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan gave a clean ... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 16, 2020 3:12:13 AM ISTMembers of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha held a protest march in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday, demanding the resignation of state Minister KT Jaleel over his alleged involvement in the gold smuggling case.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Wednesday, 2020 8:15:06 PM ISTPutting the Pinarayi Vijayan government in the dock, Leader of Opposition Ramesh Chennithala on Wednesday said he knows that there is one more minister in the Cabinet who has close links with the prime accused in the gold smuggling case, Swapna Suresh.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram/Kozhikode/Malappuram (Kerala) | September 15, 2020 6:12:12 PM ISTWater cannons were used to disperse protesting members of the Kerala Students Union KSU) on Tuesday by the Kerala Police, after they held a protest outside the Collectorate in Kozhikode to demand the resignation of the state's Higher Education Minister, K... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 15, 2020 11:42:17 PM ISTKerala reported 3,215 new COVID-19 cases and 12 deaths on Tuesday.... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 15, 2020 1:42:16 PM ISTArmed with a pair of scissors, a comb and a mask, a barber from Kochi is providing free haircuts to the children up to 14 years amid the COVID-19 pandemic.... read..
Kochi |Tuesday, 2020 10:45:05 PM ISTA city court on Tuesday handed over four accused in the custody of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) till September 18 after the central agency said it needed to question them on the basis of fresh evidence it had got in the gold smuggling case.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | September 15, 2020 10:42:08 PM ISTHitting out at the Opposition for carrying out protests while violating COVID-19 protocol, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that opposition parties in the state were putting people's lives at risk for "narrow political gains".... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 15, 2020 6:42:17 PM ISTKerala Minister KT Jaleel, who was recently interrogated by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the high-profile gold smuggling case, has not given any "satisfactory" statements in the matter, ED officials said on Tuesday.... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 15, 2020 6:42:20 AM ISTKerala High Court on Monday sought a report from the state government on the recent protests that took place in the state amid COVID-19 restrictions.... read..
Thiruvananthapuram |Tuesday, 2020 5:15:05 PM ISTThe body of a two-and-half-year-old boy Adikrishna, who went missing at Alappuzha beach after waves swept him away while his mother was clicking a selfie with him, was recovered from the sea on Tuesday.... read..
Kochi |Tuesday, 2020 7:45:05 PM ISTSocial media has been abuzz with activity ever since picture of a police official squatting over a young Congress worker pinning him to the ground to allow Kerala Higher Education Minister K.T. Jaleel's convoy to pass through, surfaced.... read..
Kochi |Tuesday, 2020 5:45:05 PM ISTThe desperation was written large on his face when fast bowler S. Sreesanth said, "call me and I will come and play cricket anywhere". Sreesanth, who was part of the 2007 World T20 and 2011 World Cup-winning Indian teams, made this statement after his sev... read..
Kochi (Kerala) | September 15, 2020 4:12:08 PM ISTA special NIA court on Tuesday refused to send Swapna Suresh and Muhammad Anwar, both accused in the high-profile Kerala gold smuggling case, to the custody of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for interrogation.... read..


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2248 is a super casual puzzle number connection game for Android!. The result is a multiple of 2 for all connected numbers sum.
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