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Mutations of the ankyrin-repeat protein Inversin, a member of a diverse family of more than 12 proteins, cause nephronophthisis (NPH), an autosomal recessive cystic kidney disease associated with extra-renal manifestations such as retinitis pigmentosa, cerebellar aplasia and situs inversus. Most NPH gene products (NPHPs) localize to the cilium, and appear to control the transport of cargo protein to the cilium by forming functional networks. Inversin interacts with NPHP1 and NPHP3, and shares with NPHP4 the ability to antagonize Dishevelled-stimulated canonical Wnt signaling, potentially through recruitment of the Anaphase Promoting Complex (APC/C). However, Dishevelled antagonism may be confined towards the basal body, thereby polarizing motile cilia on the cells of the ventral node and respiratory tract. Inversin is essential for recruiting Dishevelled to the plasma membrane in response to activated Frizzled, a crucial step in planar cell polarity signaling. During vertebrate pronephros development, the Inversin-mediated translocation of Dishevelled appears to orchestrate the migration of cells and differentiation of segments that correspond to the mammalian loop of Henle. Thus, defective tubule migration and elongation may contribute to concentration defects and cause cyst formation in patients with NPH.
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The graduating class of the University of Guam fine arts/visual arts program will show its art Thursday to June 15 at the Isla Center on Dean ...
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August 1, 2008
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American Library Association is the sixth major organization
to endorse ARSC proposal for sound recording copyright reform
The Council of the 65,000-member American Library Association has voted to
endorse the Association for Recorded Sound Collections proposal that Congress
direct the U.S. Copyright Office to conduct a study on the desirability of
bringing sound recordings made before 1972 under federal jurisdiction. Such a
study would be the first step toward realizing the first of ARSC’s five major
recommendations for sound recording copyright reform, to remove pre-1972
recordings from state control and place them under a single national law that
provides for a public domain, fair use, and preservation exemptions for
libraries and archives.
Wording for legislation to authorize the study has been prepared by ARSC and
presented to the House Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet and Intellectual
Property. It is being co-sponsored by Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA) and Rep.
Steve Chabot (R-OH).
Five other organizations have also endorsed some or all of the ARSC
proposals, which are designed to encourage preservation of and access to historical
recordings, a majority of which are currently inaccessible due to state laws,
while respecting the legitimate interests of rights holders. The Association
of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) is backing the proposal for a Copyright
Office study; and the International Association of Jazz Record Collectors
(IAJRC), the Music Library Association (MLA), the Society for American Music (SAM)
and the Society of American Archivists (SAA) has each voted to endorse all
five of the ARSC reform proposals, which can be found at
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A Riverside woman was convicted Tuesday of fatally hitting a bicyclist in Newport Beach with her car and fleeing the scene while under the influence of prescription drugs.
Patricia Ann Izquieta, 38, pleaded guilty at the Central Justice Center in Santa Anta to charges of felony hit and run causing death, vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated without gross negligence and misdemeanor driving without a license with an enhancement for causing great bodily injury in the case dating to December 2009, according to court records. She is to be sentenced at the courthouse in Santa Ana on March 11.
Izquieta faces up to three years in prison, the Orange County district attorney's office said in a news release.
At about 6 a.m. on Dec. 9, 2009, Izquieta was driving in the northbound far right lane of Jamboree Road, north of Ford Road, when her car drifted toward the curb and struck Donald Murphy from behind as he rode his bike.


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In the digital period, Garmin is a leader for creating and developing several creative products for Satellite Navigation and offers good marketing of GPS Products. It has been producing several classy software for some time. The Garmin Nuvi 1450 is one of Garmin’s latest creations. Whenever a new product launch or update is released, it is always pleasant to observe it. However, users are getting problems to update Garmin Map. Here, you can get complete information how to update garmin nuvi 1450 update. Although, the process is not very hard to try as well. You can try out the steps by yourself by following the process mentioned below.
Simple Ways for Garmin Nuvi 1450 Update quicklyIn case, you bought a Garmin Nuvi 1450; Now you will get benefits with lifetime map updates. You can take the benefits of the free maps for satnav but the question is “ What is the process of Garmin Nuvi Maps Updates? Do not bother; go through this entire article and find the steps to update the Garmin Maps which we have listed below.
Step-1 Download the Web Updater
Initially, start your system and go to the browser. Now, visit the Garmin official website and find the Garmin Express. This is software related to your SatNav upgrade. When the download in progress, you require to connect the Garmin Nuvi GPS unit to your computer system by using a cable.
Step-2 Restart your System
Once the installation finished, restart your computer system. Now, visit the startup window and tap on the programs to find the Garmin Express. After the installation, the program window will automatically find the free available upgrades for it.
Step-3 Install the Available Updates
Now, you require to click on the install all option and it will begin updating automatically. Initially, it will upgrade the navigation software of the Nuvi device; and then, it will start to download the latest maps. In the process of downloading, it may take nearly 2-3 hours depending upon your connection speed and file size.
Step-4 Copy the Maps in the Garmin Nuvi GPS Device
After the download is complete, you will also need to copy it to your Garmin GPS Device. The process may take nearly 10-15 minutes. Once, you have copied entire files; you will get a confirmation message that shows ‘ Your maps are now up to date.’
Once your Garmin Nuvi 1450 is updated, you can see the storage memory and storage, which have taken up the available space along with the new maps. After installation is another useful function, you can also backup your navigation system to your computer system.
Step-5 Disconnect the GPS Unit
If you have finished the above steps, then it is time to exit the Garmin Express application. Subsequently, disconnect the Garmin Nuvi GPS unit from your computer system. You can use the ‘Safely Remove Device’ for additional security. Once you disconnect the GPS unit, your device will automatically reset. Here, you see a loading message which is on your screen. This means that the upgrade maps are being downloaded to their memory. This may take a few minutes, depending on your Internet connection. You can see whether new maps are properly installed or not by tapping on the management application option.
It can be time-taking as it is the first time update but no need to bother about that. Once the initial adjustment is done, you will not face any issues regarding the Garmin Map Updates Free Download issue.
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We wish that after following the above-mentioned steps, you would have done the Garmin Nuvi 1450 update of your own. If you are unable to do so or you get any issue while doing so, then get in touch with experts at MyGeolocate +1(855) 386-1126 who will assist you with the most suitable solutions. Don’t hesitate to dial us, we are available round the clock for your assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here’s how to update Garmin Nuvi 1450:
- Turn on whichever PC or mobile device you are going to use for the update and open its web browser.
- Go to the official website of your navigation company by typing the address in the search bar.
- On the home page, you should be able to see an option called Garmin express – you can go ahead and download it.
- Once the program has been downloaded and installed connect the device you are using with the navigator (with the help of a USB)
- Open garmin express and check for any newly released updates.
- The user is free to decide whether he/she wants one or all the updates, depending on that select them.
- It might take some time for them to finish the entire download process.
- Copy the file onto the GPS device and save it there.
- Eject the device and reboot it once, after which you can go ahead with the updates.
Several navigation product manufacturing companies are known to produce lifetime maps. These maps have a life as long as the device they are downloaded on. Users do not have to update them regularly and can even use them offline.
Garmin Nuvi 1450 also produces these lifetime maps for their customers. You do not have to pay anything to get the updates for these moreover, they come pre-installed with the product that you purchase. To access these, go to the myMaps tab on the registration section of your device.
All users of the Garmin nuvi 1450 navigation are well acquainted with the fact that these devices work with the help of batteries. Whenever you are planning on going for a long trip it is always advisable to keep an extra battery as a backup.
Here’s how you can replace it with the help of a battery replacement kit:
- Unscrew the four screws on the back of your device with the help of a screw driver.
- After this you can carefully remove the back cover.
- On the left flap of the device you will find the battery in a slot, which should be easily removable – you can always use a hair drier to loosen the adhesive glue.
- Disconnect the old battery and take it out, replace it with the new battery and snap the device shut completely.
- Out the screws back in place and restart the device.
Over the years, Garmin has manufactured several different devices which have Bluetooth capabilities. The Garmin nuvi 1450 however, does not come equipped with Bluetooth.
If you would like your navigation device to have a Bluetooth connection then you can go for the 1490 or some other newer models, which might be just what you need.
If you are having trouble operating your navigation because of the settings or functionality then you can reset your Garmin nuvi device to its original factory setting, follow the steps given below to learn how:
- Find the power button on the nuvi 1450, which should be either on the left or right side of the device’s edge.
- Press and hold the button down for 10 seconds at least, even of the screen goes dark before that.
- Once the 10 seconds are over, you will have to wait for about half a minute after which you can press the power button again and the device will restart.
If you would like to reset the data that has been entered after each trip then:
- On the main map screen of your device, click on the speed button on top.
- Proceed to press on the icon above with the three horizontal bars.
- Click on the reset trip data button. You can also press on the reset maximum speed so that you can reset the highest recorded speed on that particular device.
- Once you are done, press back and save the changes to return to the original map screen.
If you go to the myMaps tab of your navigation device, all the currently available updates will be listed there. If you see a message saying free updates available in front of any of these, then you can avail these updates without any payments as such:
- Connect the navigation device with a PC and turn both of them on. Open your internet browser and type in the address for the official Garmin website.
- On the panels above, you will see an option called Garmin express – click on it to download.
- Once the download and installation is done, you will have to reboot. After which open the program to check the list of all the recently available updates.
- Click on the updates that are available for free.
- I might take a minutes or even hours for the updates to complete installation depending on the size of the file and the internet speed.
- Once the process is completed, you will be required to copy these newly updated files to the navigation device, after which you will officially be done with all your map updates.
- Exit the app and save the changes permanently and your device will be updated permanently.
Sometimes you might have noticed that an address is entered in the navigation device search bar and a message is prompted saying – no matches found. The device often fails to generate any search results when the address is on a rural area or a remote region which is out of reach for even the satellite.
There are a couple of things that can be done to fix a Garmin nuvi 1450 does not accept addresses in rural areas issue:
- Try to start by enabling the maps on the device.
- Try to go to a place that has a better connectivity and network, while entering the address in the device.
- Search if the device has the region containing the address or not.
- You can also reset the device completely and then enter the address once again, making sure that it does not have any typo in it.
If you notice that your Garmin navigation device’s screen has frozen completely, then it most likely is a minor issue. It can be due to wear or overuse etc.
To fix this you should go to the reset button on the left side of the device. Press on it for 8 to 10 seconds precisely. After which you can release the button and turn the device on again. Check if the screen has unfreezed or not.

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This week’s question comes from contributor John Semley: What fictional concert would you love to attend?
I’ve thought about this a lot, and while I’m not the biggest Aerosmith fan, I think I’d still have to go with Waynestock, the concert Wayne and Garth put on in Wayne’s World 2. I heard Crucial Taunt can wail live, and I’d be down with seeing Pearl Jam circa 1993. Plus, Van Halen and the Gin Blossoms? The lineup might not be my ultimate dream, but with laced red-rope licorice in the crowd, “excellent” vibes, and Rip Taylor floating around with his bucket of confetti, how could it be bad?
Christopher Guest’s A Mighty Wind is my favorite Guest movie largely for the music. The songs featured in the film perfectly ride the line between being satirical songs, making fun of the excesses and the most ridiculous side of folk music, and actually being catchy and enjoyable enough to become earworms. So I’d like to attend the sold-out benefit concert at the end of the film, where all three highlighted groups share a stage and ham it up. The DVD catches a little of that action by presenting the raw footage of the concert before it was edited down for the film, but it’s still missing pieces—and presumably, it would feature songs not actually covered in the film. It’d be worth paying charity-event prices to hear more theoretical Mighty Wind songs.
There are metal shows, and then there are metal shows. Sure, biting the head off a bat is pretty badass. Breathing fire? Always a thrill. And I’ll admit that canceling a tour because of the flesh-eating virus is pretty fucking metal. But can anyone top the absolute pinnacle? Spinal Tap’s comeback show in Japan at the end of This Is Spinal Tap, where drummer Mick Shrimpton spontaneously combusts on stage? No. Nothing will be more metal than that. Plus, the explosion happens in the middle of the song with the best title in the history of rock, real or fictional: “Tonight I’m Gonna Rock You Tonight.” Even if the band had to play the rest of its set sans drummer, there’s no way that wasn’t going to be a good show.
There are metal shows, Mike, and then there are Dethklok metal shows. Yes, most of the concertgoers end up dying painful, bloody deaths, and the band rarely gets through its entire set list. But still, there’s a reason why they’re the biggest band in the world: They put on the best shows ever. If I had to pick a single concert from Metalocalypse, I’d probably choose theDeth Fair. Where else can I win stuffed teddy bears, hear Dethklok, and feel the desperate panic of someone in the midst of a massacre?
I’m going to go a ways off the expected path here and pick one of the strangest and most important moments in video games: the Opera House sequence from Final Fantasy VI (initially released as Final Fantasy 3 in the U.S.) At the climax of the first third of the game, the characters hatch a plan to steal an airship in the middle of an opera performance that, naturally, they have to organize and even star in. The opera’s story doesn’t connect to the main game; it’s neither prophecy nor history, and if it has a thematic tie-in, it’s not immediately apparent. This makes it one of the earliest examples of a game simply taking a few minutes and telling a cool, affecting story just for the hell of it, as well as straining the technology of the Super Nintendo. And then a giant, sentient, comically evil octopus jumps onto the stage to sabotage the performance. That’s really the part I want to see in person.
As a fan of both Ornette Coleman and Thomas Pynchon, I’d love to check out a gig by McClintic Sphere, the Ornette-inspired jazz musician who wails on an alto sax made of hand-carved ivory in Pynchon’s V. If I have to specify a show, the performance at the V Spot that’s described in the novel will do. That’s the one where a fan whispers, “He plays all the notes Bird missed!” and the character sitting behind him mimes gutting the fan with a broken beer bottle. Sad to say, until I hear the music myself, I don’t really know which of those guys I’d most likely be.
Of all the things I love about Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World, the best thing about it is how intimate and accessible and awesome all the concerts in it seem to be. The music, the crowd, the venue, they all seem to line up in perfect harmony. I would kill to go to The Clash At Demonhead concert, where Envy Adams comes onstage in total darkness, lit up by smoke, to the throbbing opening guitar lines of Metric’s “Black Sheep.” All of the concerts in the movie look awesome, especially with added video-game visual effects, but Adams stands out as the movie’s true rock star, a charismatic performer with red leather boots and enviable chemistry with a mob of her adoring fans. Brie Larson’s version of the Metric song is a keeper, and I wish that we’d seen more of her performance, if only because I’ve watched that scene from the movie so many times it’s burned into my brain.
Maybe it’s because I just saw Iggy And The Stooges play “Gimme Danger” at Riot Fest Denver, but I’d love to behold an entire concert of Wylde Ratttz, the so-thinly-veiled-it’s-not-really-veiled-at-all homage to The Stooges in Velvet Goldmine. Where the film’s other fictional band, Venus In Furs, is a luxuriously glam-tastic mashup of Bryan Ferry and David Bowie, Ewan McGregor’s turn as the Iggy-esque Curt Wild cuts right to the heart of glam’s proto-punk animalism. Don’t get me wrong: In real life, Iggy still rocks. But Wylde Ratttz would bring an extra dimension of persona-within-persona pastiche. And that’s what glam is all about.
As a fan of both mid-’90s The Flaming Lips and most seasons of Beverly Hills, 90210, I wouldn’t mind showing up at The Peach Pit in 1995 to check out the show alongside Steve Sanders, Valerie Malone, and David Silver. It was an eyebrow-raising moment for fans of the once-very-weird band: The Flaming Lips and a dumb teen show didn’t seem like a great match. But “She Don’t Use Jelly” was a hit—or at least it recently had been—and the Lips were weird enough to make the show seem edgy. The other bonus, besides hanging out with the elite kids, would be The Flaming Lips lineup: In 1995, the band was peaking live, with since-departed guitarist Ronald Jones making beautiful insanity and Steven Drozd in his rightful place, the drum throne. (He mostly plays guitar now.) And presumably it wouldn’t have been a one-song show, and we would’ve been treated to “Halloween On The Barbary Coast” and “Oh, My Pregnant Head” among others. As Ian Ziering (Steve Sanders) says at the end of the segment: “I’ve never been a fan of alternative music, but these guys rocked the house!”
Speaking of the ’90s: I’ve always had an absolute soft spot for Letters To Cleo and the band’s fuzzy power-pop, but I never had the chance to see it live. For that reason, I’d gladly brave the alterna-teens and intimidating cool girls to see their Club Skunk gig in 10 Things I Hate About You. By 1999, the band was less than a year away from breaking up, but they still sounded absolutely perfect. (Plus, at this show, they even played a non-album rarity, “Come On,” which rivaled any of its bigger singles in terms of catchiness.) The venue— a small, funky club with colorful décor, great sightlines, and a young Heath Ledger sitting at the bar—was also ideal. But even more than that, the concert’s vibe was positive and supportive in a way that’s hard to find these days. People were there to dance and lose themselves in the music, not take crappy cell phone video to stick on YouTube later. It was a refreshing reminder that seeing good tunes live can be a life-affirming experience.
Book my fictional ticket to the first ever Walpurgisnacht rock festival in Ingolstadt, Germany, with a stacked lineup of 200 bands. The larger-than-life (in every sense of the phrase) festival is one of the pivotal events in Robert Anton Wilson’s insane Illuminatus! Trilogy, where it’s all part of a plan to bring on the end of the world by an evil rock band who are also the secret leaders of a global conspiracy, but man, what a show. Where else can you see bands like King Kong And His Skull Island Dinosaurs, Left-Handed Monkey Wrench, and Peyote Woman? Not to mention Joan Baez, if you’re into that. Sure, you stand a decent chance of being part of a massive human sacrifice if the bad guys’ plan goes right, but then again, if the plan goes right everyone but the Illuminati’s select few dies, not just the people at the show. That being the case, why not catch the biggest festival of all before the lights go out for good?
I’d kind of like to go to all the Spinal Tap concerts in This Is Spinal Tap—well, maybe not the jazz-fusion one—but if I had to pick, I guess I’d choose the one where they unveil their ambitious new stage show for “Stonehenge.” (“I do not, for one, think that the problem was that the band was down. I think that the problem may have been that there was a Stonehenge monument on the stage that was in danger of being crushed by a dwarf.”) The tour is starting to wear on them, making for some tension that could foster a good performance. Also, considering I couldn’t stop laughing for like 10 minutes the first time I saw that scene, it’d be pretty amazing to experience Stonehenge’s majesty in person. (“Can I raise a practical question at this point? Are we gonna do ‘Stonehenge’ tomorrow?”)
This is stretching the definition considerably, but I would like to go to the town talent night on Deadwood. Okay, I don’t know if I’d sit through the whole thing. But I’d definitely hide in the back of the Gem to hear Al Swearengen’s surprisingly lovely singing voice.
Very few things make me as happy as Jason Lee’s strained voice. That scene in Mallrats where he vehemently asserts that kids must be conditioned to “fear and respect that escalator” is a pitch-perfect example. That’s why I wish I could attend one of Stillwater’s concerts from Almost Famous in which Lee is “only the fucking lead singer!” I would want to take in the Peter Frampton, Cameron Crowe, and Nancy Wilson-penned songs in William Miller (Patrick Fugit) fashion, with access to all the offstage shenanigans and the pre-show huddle sing-along. Then, as that “incendiary” band began “Fever Dog,” I would hear Jeff Bebe’s (Lee) voice as I stood on the wings of the stage. I also wouldn’t mind a temporary character change so I could dance to one of my favorite artists—Cat Stevens—in the concert aftermath à la Penny Lane (Kate Hudson). You know, so I could avoid being lectured by Lester Bangs (Philip Seymour Hoffman).
Once again I’m copying Marah: I too would like to attend a fictional Aerosmith concert, only in my case, it’s the concert the kids all head-bang to at the end of Dazed And Confused. Obviously, the concert itself would be fun, but more importantly, you know that going to that show with the coolest kids from Lee High School would be awesome. Beer will be flowing, joints will be passed, and school’s out, baby—we have the whole summer ahead of us to have fun and be young. I’ve never actually been to a hard rock concert (or gotten high at one), let alone been a cool, confident teenager, so I would cherish the experience of being as carefree and relaxed as those kids were in that movie.
Even though they’re a staple in just about any movie about struggling musicians, I’m a sucker for scenes where everyone in an audience underrates the abilities of a band, only to suddenly find themselves enraptured by an undeniably incredible performance and transformed into diehard fans by the end of the song. I can’t decide which of the two I like best, though, so I’m just going to offer up both of them. The first is at one of the performances in The Commitments, specifically the one where the titular band turns in that phenomenal version of “Try A Little Tenderness.” It gives me chills every time I watch it, and I’d love to have the experience of being in the audience while Deco (Andrew Strong) and the Commitment-ettes are belting it out. The other’s a bit more obscure, but I’d really like to be there for the gig by Strange Fruit in Still Crazy where they break out “All Over The World” and prove that, despite the world at large perceiving them as ’70s rock has-beens (and with all due respect to Jethro Tull), you’re never too old to rock ’n’ roll.
I’d gladly climb into a cryo-tube if it meant I could attend the Bend-Aid benefit concert on Futurama. I’d even suffer through openers Wailing Fungus and Cylon And Garfunkel to get a front row glimpse of Beck’s disembodied head jamming with Bender. Sure, they only play one song (“Sexx Laws,” a selection usually absent from Mr. Hansen’s real set lists) and it lasts for a whopping three hours. But given Beck’s increasingly predictable, going-through-the-motions approach to performing—open with “Loser” or “Devil’s Haircut,” close with “Where It’s At” or “E-Pro”—a numbing psychedelic rendition of a rarely played favorite might actually pull the guy out of his perpetual, post-Sea Change funk. Anyway, I’m sure the parts where I’d be awake would blow my mind.
Given that I posed the question only so I could answer it with this, I’m going to right ahead and say the Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds concert in Wim Wenders’ Wings Of Desire. Ever since I saw the film in high school, during my extended project to teach myself about “art movies” by renting whatever Criterion Collection titles my local Jumbo Video made available, I’ve regarded that concert as basically the epitome of what a musical performance is: gloomy, anguished, in a basement. While I’m no big fan of Cave’s “The Carny”—or any Tom Waitsian circus noir music—the performance of “From Her To Eternity” (the most pained song ever written, and my favorite) is incredible. Moreover, its function in the film speaks beautifully to its own theme and those coursing through Cave’s music. To be human is to feel pain, to be fundamentally tortured. Plus: look at his hair! What a cool guy.
Since the finest recorded performance by Dr. Teeth And The Electric Mayhem—“Can You Picture That?,” from The Muppet Movie—is technically a rehearsal, I’ll go with the debut of Muppetland’s heaviest act: Riverbottom Nightmare Band, the sneering villains of Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas. No offense to the polite bluegrass preferred by the special’s protagonist (I’m surprised Emmet Otter hasn’t experienced a huge resurgence in these post-Mumford times), but the Nightmare blows Emmet and his buddies off of the stage with its pseudo-Edgar Winter Group theme song, a tromping ode to being a real putz. And though the Frogtown Hollow Jubilee Jug band deserves to be commended for its resourcefulness and generally positive attitude, a washtub bass doesn’t begin to match the inventiveness of a fish splashing water as a means of auxiliary percussion. The “Gift Of The Magi”-esque moral of the story is that Emmet eventually wins the true prize, but in terms of stage presence, hooks, and creative rhyme schemes, the Riverbottom Nightmare Band deserves to win the talent show (whether it fixed the results or not).
I’m not sure which version of Jack Black’s band from High Fidelity I’d like to see more: Sonic Death Monkey, Kathleen Turner Overdrive, or the one that ends up playing the single release party at the end of the film, Barry Jive And The Uptown Five. Black and his Tenacious D bandmate, Kyle Gass, had already performed on Mr. Show and their own HBO series before High Fidelity was released, so it wasn’t a surprise when he absolutely rocked Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s Get It On”—but the comedic buildup to the performance almost convinces me that it could be an all-time disaster. There’s a deleted scene of Cusack’s sad sack record-store owner begging and pleading with Barry not to perform, as he’s over 30 and owes it to himself, his parents, and his friends not to be in a band called Sonic Death Monkey. And though I remain curious about the potential for a Chicago hardcore band with German influences fronted by Jack Black—or the undoubtedly more new wave Kathleen Turner Overdrive—the soulful surprise of a tender and powerful “Let’s Get It On” is a just reward for a much-maligned character throughout the film, and a lovely catharsis after so much romantic and music consternation. That’s the kind of show I’d like to see.


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After 11 years of sharing the CMA Awards show stage with Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood kicked off the country music’s biggest night with the help of two of her idols….Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton. All three women are not only known for their musical abilities, but for their quick wit and humor. So, it’s no surprise that the opening monologue of Wednesday night’s show was full of laughs.
As the hosting trio made their way on stage at Bridgestone Arena during the live broadcast, the crowd erupted, fully aware that they were witnessing history in the making. Together the three hold a combined 14 nominations in the Entertainer of the Year category (both Parton and McEntire won the award in 1978 and 1986 respectively), they have nearly 80 Number 1 songs between them, and have sold more than 300 million records combined. That’s some serious girl power!
There were jokes about Dolly’s “rack” and about Willie Nelson & Kacey Musgrave’s mutual love of Willie’s Reserve, but there were also heartfelt moments. The trio took the opportunity to thank former host Brad Paisley for allowing them to host together during this history-making year.
“Thanks to Brad Paisley for stepping back and letting us gals do our thing tonight,” Dolly said before explaining that Brad and his wife weren’t in attendance because they are on vacation. “We miss you. Carrie is missing you a lot, but we told her to suck it up.”
“Yeah, it takes two of us to fill Brad’s boots,” added Reba.
The ladies also gave shout outs to the current Entertainer of the Year nominees, Chris Stapleton, Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton, Eric Church and Carrie Underwood. They reminded the crowd that both Dolly and Reba previously won the coveted title.
The monologue followed an epic collaboration between 14 female artists whose successes have spanned nearly five decades, from Dolly Parton who signed her first record deal in 1965, to Tanya Tucker who charted her first single “Delta Dawn” in 1972, to the reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, Carrie Underwood. The all-girl group performed iconic country songs in a “monumental decade-spanning medley never before seen.”
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Being a Bigg Boss viewer, we all know that Monday is a nomination day and all the contestants of Bigg Boss Telugu season 5 are getting ready for the process. As per the latest buzz, contestants have to nominate one person directly but all they have to do is play a task and win in it.
Industry sources claim that eight contestants other than Lobo have been nominated for elimination. The list of nominated contestants in week 7 of Bigg Boss Telugu season 5 include Anee Master, Priya, Ravi, Jessie, Lobo, Siri, Kajal, Sreerama Chandra
Lobo got nominated directly which Nagarjuna clearly mentioned before sending him to the secret room. Out of the nine nominated contestants, the chances of Ravi, Priya, Kajal, Sree Rama Chandra and Priyanka getting eliminated this week are low.
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There is something mysteriously captivating about tarot cards that has entranced people for centuries. The Shadowscapes Tarot Deck, with its ethereal and otherworldly artwork, is a prime example of this fascination. From the intricate details in the illustrations to their symbolic meaning, each card of the Shadowscapes deck tells a story that is waiting to be explored. In this article, we delve into the fascinating world of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck, taking a step-by-step journey through its art and symbolism to uncover the hidden meaning behind each card. Join us on this mystical journey as we unlock the mysteries of tarot and discover the enchanting power of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck.
The Art of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck
The Shadowscapes Tarot deck is a stunning and unique deck that stands out from the vast selection of tarot decks available. Its art is a remarkable combination of fantasy, whimsy, and intricate detail that draws the viewer into a world of magic and wonder. The deck is the creation of Stephanie Pui-Mun Law, a talented artist who has a fascination with mythology, nature, and the mystical world. Her art is heavily influenced by both Eastern and Western artistic styles, creating a truly captivating experience. While the deck has its own distinct style, it has been inspired by some of the classic tarot decks, such as the Rider-Waite and Marseille, as well as other modern tarot decks like the Illuminati Tarot and the Wild Unknown Tarot.
1. Artistic Style and Influences
The Shadowscapes Tarot Deck is known for its unique and intricate artistic style that is heavily influenced by fantasy and mythology. The deck was created by Stephanie Pui-Mun Law, who is a self-taught artist specializing in painting and illustration. Her art is inspired by the natural world and magical creatures from various cultures.
One of the prominent features of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck is its use of watercolor and ink, which creates a dream-like and ethereal quality to the cards. This artistic style is reminiscent of fantasy illustrations found in storybooks, which adds a sense of whimsy and charm to the overall design.
The influence of mythology is also evident in the art of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck. Many of the cards feature creatures and characters from various mythologies, including dragons, unicorns, and sirens. The use of mythology adds depth and symbolism to the cards, and allows for a deeper interpretation of the meanings.
Stephanie Pui-Mun Law’s artistic style and influences makes the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck a unique and captivating deck for tarot enthusiasts. It stands out among other decks, such as the Marseille Tarot, Illuminati Tarot, and Faeries Oracle Deck, which have their own distinct art styles and influences.
2. Major Arcana Cards
The Major Arcana cards in the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck are filled with powerful symbolism and breathtaking artwork. There are 22 Major Arcana cards in this deck, each representing a different archetypal energy.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the Major Arcana cards in the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck:
|Beginnings, innocence, spontaneity, free-spiritedness, taking a leap of faith
|Manifestation, power, creation, alchemy, resourcefulness
|The High Priestess
|Mystery, intuition, subconscious, the unknown, the feminine divine
|Fertility, creation, nurturing, sensuality, abundance
|Authority, structure, stability, fatherhood, leadership
|Tradition, conformity, spirituality, religious beliefs, guidance
|Love, choices, duality, union, harmony
|Ambition, determination, willpower, control, victory
|Courage, inner strength, compassion, taming the beast within, self-love
|Solitude, introspection, inner guidance, truth, wisdom
|The Wheel of Fortune
|Destiny, fate, change, cycles, opportunity
|Fairness, balance, law, consequences, karmic justice
|The Hanged Man
|Surrender, sacrifice, letting go, new perspective, enlightenment
|Endings, transformation, rebirth, release, acceptance
|Moderation, harmony, balance, alchemy, healing
|Materialism, temptation, addiction, bondage, fear
|Dramatic change, upheaval, revelation, awakening, chaos
|Inspiration, hope, faith, renewal, guidance
|Mystery, intuition, dreams, illusions, cycles
|Optimism, positivity, vitality, energy, success
|Awakening, rebirth, regeneration, forgiveness, redemption
|Completion, fulfillment, accomplishment, endings and beginnings, universality
Each card in the Major Arcana is an archetype, representing a universal symbol or energy. The artwork in the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck beautifully captures the essence of each archetype, bringing meaning to every card. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro at tarot reading, the Major Arcana cards in this deck offer insightful guidance on your spiritual journey.
If you are interested in exploring more tarot decks, check out our article on 10 Tarot Decks to Know for more insights.
3. Minor Arcana Cards
Minor Arcana Cards
The Minor Arcana Cards of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck are divided into four suits: Cups, Swords, Pentacles, and Wands. Each suit contains fourteen cards, numbered one through ten, and four court cards: Page, Knight, Queen, and King.
The Cups suit represents emotions, creativity, and relationships. The artwork on these cards often features water, representing the fluid nature of emotions. One standout card is the Nine of Cups, also known as the “Wish Card,” which shows a mermaid embracing her treasure trove of cups.
The Swords suit represents thoughts, intellect, and communication. The artwork on these cards often features birds, representing the power of the mind to soar to new heights. One striking card is the Seven of Swords, which portrays a fox sneaking away with swords in its mouth.
The Pentacles suit represents material possessions, finance, and the physical realm. The artwork on these cards often features trees and plants, representing growth and stability. One notable card is the Ten of Pentacles, which shows a tree of life adorned with coins and colorful birds.
The Wands suit represents creativity, passion, and personal power. The artwork on these cards often features fire and light, representing inspiration and transformation. One standout card is the Ace of Wands, which shows a phoenix rising from the flames.
The Minor Arcana Cards of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck incorporate intricate and imaginative imagery that draws inspiration from both traditional tarot symbolism and fantasy elements. The combination of meaningful symbolism and artistic beauty makes this deck a unique addition to any tarot collection.
For those interested in exploring different tarot decks, we recommend checking out the Rider-Waite Tarot Deck for its historical significance, the Thoth Tarot Deck for its deep symbolism, or the Marseille Tarot Deck for its connection to French tarot history.
The Symbolism of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck
Exploring the intricacies of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck is a fascinating journey that not only involves the artistic beauty of the cards but also the symbolism embedded in them. Each card is a masterpiece, and every detail has meaning that adds to the depth and complexity of the deck. From mythical creatures to ethereal landscapes, the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck draws inspiration from various sources to encompass a diverse range of symbols and ideas. In this section, we will delve into the symbolism of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck, examining both the Major and Minor Arcana cards to better understand the profound meanings they hold.
1. Major Arcana Cards
The Major Arcana Cards in the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck are beautifully illustrated with intricate details that tell a story beyond the traditional tarot meanings. Each of the 22 cards represents a significant archetype or experience that can be encountered in life.
The Fool: The card is illustrated with a winged fairy holding a flower, floating with her eyes closed. The Fool symbolises new beginnings, an exciting journey and taking that initial step into the unknown.
The Magician: The Magician is depicted as a merman standing in front of a waterfall. He holds a wand in his right hand and a crystal in his left. The Magician represents the power of manifestation and the ability to bring one’s desires into reality.
The High Priestess: The High Priestess is portrayed as a mystical faerie being, holding a crescent moon above her head. The card represents intuition, spiritual enlightenment, and a deep connection to the subconscious mind.
The Empress: The illustration of the card features an enchantress seated on a throne surrounded by creatures and plants. It represents abundance, fertility, and nurturing energy.
The Emperor: The Emperor is shown as a powerful dragon, sitting on a throne with a sword in his hand. The card represents authority, masculinity, and the power to take charge in one’s life.
The Hierophant: The Hierophant is illustrated as a wise old owl perched on a branch. It signifies tradition, hierarchy, and the act of passing on knowledge from one generation to the next.
The Lovers: The card depicts a mermaid and merman, swimming towards each other to embrace. The Lovers symbolises romantic love, passion, and choices regarding relationships.
The Chariot: The card features a winged lion with a rider holding reins, representing control and dominance. The Chariot signifies determination, the will to succeed, and taking action.
Strength: The Strength card shows a faerie maiden holding a lion. The card represents inner strength, bravery, and the ability to overcome challenges.
The Hermit: The card features an old, bearded hermit standing in front of a tree. It represents solitude, introspection, and the need to look within oneself for answers.
The Wheel of Fortune: A faery is shown holding a wheel that is engulfed in flames. The Wheel of Fortune symbolises the constant changes in life, cycles of growth and decay, and the ups and downs of fortune.
Justice: The card features a faery holding scales, with a sword at her side. Justice represents a need for balance, fairness, and impartiality.
The Hanged Man: The Hanged Man portrays a faery suspended upside down from a tree. The card represents sacrifice, letting go, and surrendering to something greater than oneself.
Death: A skeletal faery with wings is shown, holding a rose. Death represents the end of a cycle, transformation, and rebirth.
Temperance: The card illustrates a winged faery pouring liquid from one vessel into another. Temperance represents harmony, balance, and moderation.
The Devil: The card features a bat-like creature with wings, crouched on a rock. It represents temptation, addiction, and attachments that hold one back.
The Tower: The Tower shows a faery tower being struck by lightning, with figures falling from the tower. The Tower signifies upheaval, chaos, and sudden change.
The Star: The Star illustrates a beautiful faery with a star in her hair. It represents hope, inspiration, and guidance.
The Moon: The card portrays a mermaid looking at the crescent moon. The Moon represents the subconscious mind, emotions, and the need for intuition.
The Sun: The Sun card is depicted with a faery dancing in the sunlight with a white horse. It represents joy, happiness, and pure energy.
Judgement: The card features a faery with butterfly wings, standing on a daisy. It represents self-reflection, evaluation, and the process of making an important decision.
The World: The card shows a beautiful faery holding a crystal ball, surrounded by nature. It represents completion, wholeness, and the accomplishment of a significant goal.
The Major Arcana cards of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck showcase Stephanie Pui-Mun Law’s talent, combining art and symbolism to create a stunning deck. The illustrations breathe new life into the cards’ meanings, making them accessible to all.
2. Minor Arcana Cards
The Minor Arcana cards in the Shadowscapes Tarot deck are just as stunning as the Major Arcana. Divided into four suits – Wands, Cups, Swords, and Pentacles – each suit contains 14 cards: Ace through 10, followed by the Page, Knight, Queen, and King.
Wands: The Wands suit is associated with fire and represents passion, inspiration, creativity, and ambition. The Ace of Wands portrays a hand emerging from the clouds, holding a wand that is shooting with light, symbolizing inspiration and new beginnings. The Ten of Wands depicts a person carrying a heavy load, signifying the burden of responsibility that comes with the pursuit of one’s goals.
Cups: The Cups suit is associated with water and represents emotions, relationships, and love. The Ace of Cups shows a chalice overflowing with water, symbolizing abundance and the potential for emotional fulfillment. The Seven of Cups depicts a dreamy landscape with seven cups, each filled with a different item representing different desires and illusions.
Swords: Swords are associated with air and represent conflict, decision-making, and intellect. The Ace of Swords portrays a hand holding a sword pointing upwards, indicating clarity of thought and the potential for new ideas. The Ten of Swords shows a figure lying on the ground with ten swords in its back, representing the end of a cycle and the need for release and closure.
Pentacles: The Pentacles suit is associated with earth and represents the material world, finances, and career.
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Similar to the Major Arcana, the Minor Arcana cards in the Shadowscapes Tarot deck are full of fascinating symbolism and intricate details. Whether you’re just beginning to learn about the art of tarot or you’re a seasoned reader, the Shadowscapes Tarot deck is a beautiful addition to any collection and is sure to provide endless insight and inspiration.
Using the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck for Readings
As you become more familiar with the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck, you may feel called to use it for readings. While using the deck for divination may seem daunting to beginners, with practice and patience, it can become a rewarding and insightful experience. In this section, we will explore how to understand the deck, as well as different spreads and interpretation techniques. Whether you are new to tarot or an experienced reader, the Shadowscapes deck provides a unique perspective and a rich array of symbolism that can enrich your practice. So let’s dive in and explore the fascinating world of tarot readings with the Shadowscapes deck! For additional resource, check out our article on the Nature Druid Tarot.
1. Understanding the Deck
To use the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck for readings, it’s important to understand how the deck works and what it represents. Here are some essential things to keep in mind:
The Suits: The Shadowscapes Tarot Deck includes four suits: Cups, Swords, Pentacles, and Wands. Cups generally represent emotions and relationships. Swords represent challenges and obstacles. Pentacles represent the physical world and material possessions. Wands represent creativity and innovation. It’s important to understand the meanings of each suit and how they relate to different aspects of life.
Major and Minor Arcana: The tarot deck is divided into two categories: the Major Arcana and the Minor Arcana. The Major Arcana consists of 22 cards that represent major life events and themes. The Minor Arcana consists of 56 cards that represent more everyday experiences and smaller events.
Card Positions: When performing a tarot reading, cards are often pulled and placed in different positions, depending on the type of reading being performed. Common positions include past, present, and future; strengths and weaknesses; and advice or potential outcomes.
Symbolism: Understanding the symbols on each card can provide insight and meaning to a reading. The Shadowscapes Tarot Deck is filled with intricate and detailed artwork, featuring mythical creatures, natural elements, and other symbolism. It’s helpful to have a basic understanding of the meanings behind these symbols, which can be found in the accompanying guidebook or online resources.
Using the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck for readings requires a combination of knowledge, intuition, and interpretation. While understanding the deck and its symbols is important, it’s equally important to approach each reading with an open and intuitive mind. Trusting your own instincts and interpretations can be just as valuable as following traditional meanings and spreads.
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2. Spreads and Interpretation
A tarot reading involves laying out a certain number of cards in a specific pattern or spread and then interpreting the meanings of the cards based on their position and relation to one another. The Shadowscapes Tarot Deck can be used in a variety of spreads, from simple three-card readings to more complex spreads that incorporate multiple cards and positions.
Before conducting a reading with the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck, it’s important to become familiar with the meanings of each card, as well as the overall symbolism and imagery of the deck. This will allow you to more accurately interpret the cards and provide more insightful readings.
One popular spread is the three-card past-present-future spread. In this spread, the first card represents the past, the second card represents the present, and the third card represents the future. Another popular spread is the Celtic Cross, which includes ten cards arranged in a cross pattern, with each card representing a different aspect of the question or situation being explored.
When conducting a reading, it’s important to keep an open mind and allow the cards to speak to you. While the meanings of the cards are based on traditional interpretations, they can also be interpreted in a more personal and intuitive way, based on the individual symbols and images within the cards.
It’s also important to consider the art style and influences of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck when interpreting the cards. As discussed earlier, the deck draws heavily from fantasy and mythology, as well as nature and animals. These themes can be incorporated into the interpretation of the cards, allowing for more nuanced and multi-layered readings.
The Shadowscapes Tarot Deck offers a unique and fascinating approach to tarot reading, combining intricate art and powerful symbolism to create a truly immersive experience. Whether you’re a seasoned tarot reader or a newcomer to the practice, the deck offers endless possibilities for exploration and insight. If you’re interested in exploring other tarot decks with unique art styles, you may want to check out the Wild Unknown Tarot Deck, which also features stunning and evocative illustrations.
After delving into the fascinating world of the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck, it’s clear that this deck is a masterpiece of art and symbolism. Its artistic style draws in the eye with vivid colors, flowing lines, and intricate details that capture the imagination. Each card tells a story, and the meaning behind each symbol is carefully crafted to evoke emotion and deeper understanding.
The major and minor arcana cards are both unique and stunning, offering a glimpse into the rich mythology and mystical worlds that inspired the deck. From the powerful and enigmatic figures of the major arcana to the everyday scenes and magical creatures of the minor arcana, the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck offers a comprehensive journey through the human experience.
But the beauty of this deck doesn’t stop at its artwork alone. The symbolism within each card has been expertly crafted to provide insight and guidance for those seeking to understand themselves and the world around them. The intricate details and layers of meaning in each card allow for interpretation on multiple levels, making the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck a valuable tool for both beginners and experienced readers alike.
Using the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck for readings requires a deeper understanding of the symbolism and interpretation of each card, but with practice and dedication, the insights gained from this deck can be an invaluable tool for personal growth and reflection.
Overall, the Shadowscapes Tarot Deck offers a journey through art and symbolism that is both breathtaking and enlightening. For anyone interested in the tarot, mythology, or simply the beauty of art, this deck is a must-have addition to any collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I choose a tarot deck?
Choose a tarot deck that resonates with your personal style and intuition. Look for decks with artwork and themes that speak to you.
2. Can anyone learn to read tarot cards?
Yes, anyone can learn to read tarot cards with practice and patience. A willingness to connect with your intuition is key.
3. What is the difference between the Major Arcana and Minor Arcana?
The Major Arcana represents universal archetypes and major life events, while the Minor Arcana reflects the everyday experiences and struggles we encounter.
4. Should I use reversed cards in my tarot readings?
That is up to personal preference. Some readers use reversed cards, while others do not. Experiment with both methods and see what works best for you.
5. Can I use tarot cards to predict the future?
Tarot cards can offer insight and guidance for the present moment, but the future is unpredictable and can change based on your choices and actions.
6. How do I shuffle my tarot cards?
There are several ways to shuffle tarot cards, including the traditional overhand shuffle, riffle shuffle, and cutting the deck. Experiment to find the method that feels best for you.
7. Do I need to cleanse my tarot deck?
It is recommended to cleanse your tarot deck regularly, as it can pick up and hold onto energy over time. Methods of cleansing include smudging, burying the deck in salt, or placing it in moonlight.
8. How many cards are in a tarot deck?
A standard tarot deck contains 78 cards – 22 Major Arcana cards and 56 Minor Arcana cards.
9. How long does it take to learn to read tarot cards?
The time it takes to learn to read tarot cards varies for each individual. Consistent practice and study is recommended to develop your skills.
10. Can I read tarot cards for other people?
Yes, you can read tarot cards for other people. However, it is important to gain their consent and respect their boundaries during the reading process.

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In Hall Pass, the latest comedy from the Farrelly Brothers, Maggie (Jenna Fischer) and Grace (Christina Applegate) decide to give their husbands a hall pass, granting them one week of freedom to do indulge their fantasies and do whatever they want outside of their marriages, with no questions asked. To make things fair, the women assume the same freedom to explore the single life, leading to complications that neither couple could have expected. For seven seasons now, actress Jenna Fischer has been winning over fans and critics alike as Pam Beesley on NBC’s hit comedy The Office. And, even though this will be the last season for show star Steve Carell, and all of the actors have only one season left on their contracts, she definitely sees the show going beyond that, if things continue down the creative path they are currently on.
During an exclusive interview with Collider, done at the film’s press day, Jenna Fischer talked about how she got involved with Hall Pass, the importance of chemistry in comedy, and how much she enjoyed working with this cast. She also talked about her upcoming unusual romantic comedy The Giant Mechanical Man, written and directed by her husband Lee Kirk, and what fans of The Office can expect once Steve Carell leaves the show. Check out what she had to say after the jump:

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Fig and Sesame Bliss Bites
Sweet and chewy, these tasty bites are a satisfying on-the-go snack that could double as dessert. Tahini and toasted sesame seeds provide a contrast of smoothness and crunchiness, while figs add a burst of sweetness.
- [30 grams] ¼ cup sesame seeds
- [70 grams] ½ cup dried Mission figs, chopped into ¼-inch pieces
- [95 grams] 1 cup rolled oats
- [130 grams] ½ cup smooth almond butter
- [50 grams] 2 tablespoons tahini
- [60 grams] 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
- [<1 gram] ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- [15 grams] 2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk
- Line the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a 6-inch skillet, toast sesame seeds over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally with a spatula until lightly browned. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine sesame seeds, figs, oats, almond butter, tahini, honey, cinnamon and dry milk. Using a large spoon, stir until all ingredients are combined.
- Measure a tablespoon-sized portion and roll it between hands to make a 1½-inch ball. Place ball on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture to create 14 balls.
- Place baking sheet in the freezer for 2 hours until balls are frozen, then store in a freezer-safe container.
- Enjoy frozen or at room temperature. Serves 14.
Serving size: 1 bite (30 grams)
CALORIES 147; TOTAL FAT 9g; SAT. FAT 1g; CHOL. 0mg; SODIUM 32mg; CARB. 15g; FIBER 2g; SUGARS 7g; PROTEIN 4g; POTASSIUM N/A; PHOSPHORUS N/A
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Theatrical Didier Drogba relishes big stage
If these are the last 73 days of Didier Drogba’s Chelsea career, the big Ivorian is determined to leave an impossible hole to fill in West London.
A cannonball shot at Wembley on Sunday and, last night, the goal that shocked the world, or at least made it contemplate a previously unthinkable conquest of Barcelona.
You can be infuriated by Drogba’s antics, and there was plenty of outrage led by Wayne Rooney on Twitter last night, but you can also be sure that the queue to sign him and the size of the cheques will be almost unprecedented for a 34-year-old with all those miles on the clock.
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Ever travelled to a place where you were not acquainted with the city or were a little concerned with where to get off while traveling in a bus?
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In the June 7 election, Turkey faced a result it hasn't seen for 13 years. We can explain the reasons for this result, which were unexpected and a surprise for many fractions, with a lot of factors from the political, social and economic point of view.
Especially for the economic growth that takes place among the economic factors, we should make a separate title for the effect of the economic growth on the election results.
Because economic growth not only consists of a digit.
Economic growth at the same time also means production, welfare and sharing the welfare . While the budget is being prepared, as the amount that will be reserved for the items in the budget is being determined, whatever the income of the country is, the share is made accordingly. While talking about the level of any economic index, we make evaluations according to the share of this index in the national income.
That's why; it is obvious how important the economic growth is both for the country economy and for the individual and social welfare level.
Thus, growth increase or decrease shows its effect on welfare at the ballot box. The last election and the growth rate for the first quarter, once more proved the power of this relation.
ECONOMIC GROWTH ALSO INCREASES THE VOTES
The success that AK Party showed in the economy in 2002, after it came to power single-handedly , has been one of the main reasons to be the first party in each election after that .
If we remember, despite the 34 percent of votes AK Party got in the 2002 general elections, that year the rate of the economic growth was 6.2 percent. After the 2002 general elections, in the local elections in 2004, AK Party's vote rate increased. Because together with the 9.4 percent growth rate in 2004, the vote rate increased to 41.6 percent.
In the 2007 general elections, as the vote rate was 46 percent, the rate of growth was 4.7 percent
But in spite of the increasing vote rate in the 2007 general elections, in slowing down, the factors as the Grand National Assembly of Turkey's (TBMM) being obstructed in the presidential election and the status quo's efforts to cause political instability, have been effective.
As for the years 2008 and 2009, when the global economic crisis had been the nightmare for many developed countries, Turkey's economy's growth rate decreasing -4.8 percent, has been one of the significant factors that caused AK Party's vote rate to be 38.3 percent.
The decrease in the vote rate can be related with the downsizing of the country economy in 2009.
In 2011, when the economic growth rate was 8.8 percent, with the change that this economic growth brought to the vote rates, the vote rate AK Party received increased to 49.8 percent.
Besides this, in the 2014 local elections, AK Party's vote rate was lower than the previous one, 45.5 percent.
The same low rate was seen in the growth figures; in 2014 Turkey's economy grew 3.3 percent.
ANNOUNCED GROWTH RATES AND ELECTION RESULT RELATION
According to yesterday's statement on the economic growth rate in the first quarter of 2015 as 2.3 percent, it is the proof which shows that the vote rate and economic growth work as the front wheel and rear wheel of a bicycle.
The main reason why parties which wanted to increase their votes establish their last election campaigns on economy, rather than economic promises. Because a promise to increase the national income, at the same time says that the individual income will also increase.
Before the election period, in the interest and Central Bank discussions, the topic that was always focused on was the economic growth. It was mentioned that economic growth should be taken by the political and economic actors as one of the prior subjects ; otherwise political stability would be damaged. It is seen that the slowing down of the growth or not actualizing the high growth numbers that Turkey got used to unfortunately changed the voting behavior of the voters.
On the other hand, the welfare loss that emerged due to the slowing down of the economic growth could easily be cleared away at a period when the public finance was strong; especially, the deficit in the budget was low like that.
The reasons to postpone some enhancements requested by the voters should also be spoken.
That's why, in the June 7 elections, whatever degree its success in the economy or the sustainability of the economic growth for AK Party's taking the first place is, we can say that the slowing down of the economic growth was effective in losing the votes.


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AbstractThe rapid growth in world demand for satellite telecommunications and the limited number of positions in the geostationary arc are leading inexorably to larger, higher capacity communications satellites. This trend, coupled with the projected weight and volume capability of the Space Transportation System (STS), will lead to satellites in the 80s weighing 5000 kg and measuring 50 to 100 feet across. By the end of the century these figures could increase again by an order of magnitude. Such large, low-density structures tend to have closely spaced, low-frequency dynamic modes. At the same time, multibeam-frequency reuse antennas (MBFRA) projecting narrow-spotbearns require pointing stability within a hundredth of a degree or so. The combination of low structural natural frequency and more stringent pointing requirements imposes the need for an entirely fresh approach to dynamic control of communications satellites. This paper outlines such an approach. A modern optimal control methodology is advanced that provides decentralized modular control for large communication satellites. The fundamental property of the control algorithm is its ability to stabilize certain subsets of vibration modes without disturbing others. This decoupling action allows the control task to be implemented in a modular or building block fashion so that different modal subsets are stabilized by separate controllers. Decentralization according to functional task is also possible such that noninteracting rigid body and elastic body control is achieved. Thus, the technique provides a solution for the problem of rigid body control in the presence of low frequency elastic modes that are in the rigid body controller bandwidth. The design methodology, termed Model Error Sensitivity Suppression (MESS), is a derivative of modern optimal control and estimation theory. Several examples illustrate the capability of the design algorithm.
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Burnley boss Sean Dyche questioned whether Liverpool can hold off Manchester City's challenge in the Premier League title race as Pep Guardiola vowed to “fight to the end”.
City made it seven wins out of seven in all competitions in January with a 5-0 mauling of the Clarets in the FA Cup on Saturday.
Guardiola's side have netted 30 goals and conceded just one this month. City remain four points behind leaders Liverpool in the Premier League table but Dyche believes Guardiola could deliver the quadruple.
“They have elite players and are so clinical,” he said.
“Who is going to stop them winning everything if they're in that mood?
“It is very difficult when teams like this play the way they do. They are a top, top team and if you catch them on a day like today they punish every mistake you make.”
As well as chasing Liverpool in the title race, City face Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final, Schalke in the last 16 of the Champions League and are into the last 16 of the FA Cup.
Guardiola believes the next few weeks will be crucial in their battle with the Reds. Jurgen Klopp's men entertain Leicester City at Anfield on Wednesday night, while City travel to Newcastle 24 hours earlier.
“We've won one title (the Community Shield), we are in another one (the Carabao Cup final), we want to be in the last stages of the FA Cup, arrive in the right moment against Schalke and fight until the end in the Premier League,” Guardiola said.
“We need everybody together so we can achieve it. There is a desire to play good and always improve. Everybody wants to play and you have to play good because the others are at a high level.
“We'll see what happens in the next four, five, six games and see if we can catch Liverpool. Everybody is ready.”

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My 9 year old daughter was at a Scout meeting 8 months ago. A little girl next to her opened up a magic marker, hitting my daughter on her cheek with the cap of the marker. There is a red mark on her face which has not gone away. Is it a broken blood vessel? If so, what can I do to get rid of it or reduce the redness? It has been 8 months already and it's such a shame to see this red mark right in the middle of her face. Thank you very much.
Superficial blood vessels on the face are often referred to as "broken," though clear-cut associations with recollected trauma are uncommon. In any case, there it is. Lasers are gentle and effective at removing such things, if they bother your daughter. Ask a dermatologist.
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The Citizen Staff, AUBURN – Auburn Public Theater will feature a lineup of familiar entertainers this week on Facebook Live.
The downtown theater’s weekly Tuesday Nite Mic will feature a performance by Dean’s List at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 28. The family band, comprised of Bob Dean, Kate Ellen Dean, John Dean and Caroline Manring, recorded an album, “One Take,” in 2013. As the Dean Brothers Band, Bob and John were inducted into the Syracuse Area Music Awards Hall of Fame in 2009. And Kate Ellen, Bob’s daughter, will release an album this year with Steve Sopchak for their project Faster Horses. For more information, visit deanslist.band.
Performing on the theater’s Facebook Live account at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 29, will be Melody Smith Johnson. She will present “#IAmEnough,” an original monologue written for the Harriet Tubman Troupe’s “A Gatherin’ Place,” which was performed at the theater in 2019. (Note: The monologue deals with difficult topics, including child abuse, and carries a rating of PG-13.)
Then, at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 2, the Harriet Tubman Troupe will perform a special “Quarantine Session” on Facebook Live. Participating members will include Gwen Webber-McLeod, Juhanna Rogers, Kizzy Mitchell, Jasmine Freeman, Melody Smith Johnson, Ashley McLeod and Cari Clark.

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As far as “fifth Beatles” go, Klaus Voormann has forever been at the top of that elite list. Along with being an intimate part of the pre-Fab Four’s Hamburg circle, his trio Paddy, Klaus & Gibson was taken under the wings of Beatles manager Brian Epstein upon Voormann’s arrival to Great Britain. The bassist/graphic artist continued his collaboration with the Beatles team, famously, by crafting the immediately epic mix of illustration and collage cover art for their “Revolver” album in 1966, not long before joining Manfred Mann. Though he had gone off and joined the Mann clan, Voormann remained friends with the Beatles, together and separately — most particularly George Harrison, with whom he collaborated on 1970’s “All Things Must Pass,” and John Lennon.
In 1969, Voormann became a member of Lennon’s hastily gathered ensemble for his and Yoko Ono’s “Live Peace in Toronto” performance with Eric Clapton and Ringo Starr, a band with but one rehearsal en route to Canada. Continuing with Starr as Lennon/Ono’s taut rhythm section, Voormann was an essential part of 1970’s “John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band,” an album whose freshly remastered, eight-disc super deluxe box, “The Ultimate Collection,” is now out via Capitol/UMe. Lennon once described his solo breakout as “the best thing I’ve ever done,” and Voormann seconds that emotion. He spoke about the old album’s new sound during a lengthy conversation from his studios near Munich, where he is putting the finishing touches on cover art for an upcoming Scorpions album.


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England will play a three-match Check collection towards Pakistan, beginning on the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, on December 1, with the remaining two matches to be performed in Multan and Karachi. For the primary time in 17 years, England will play a Check match on Pakistan soil. They final toured Pakistan in 2005, once they had been defeated 2-0.
Forward of the Check collection, England performed a seven-match T20i collection towards the hosts in September–October in preparation for the ICC T20 World Cup. The Moeen Ali-led crew received the T20I collection towards Babar Azam’s crew by 4-3. After the Mega Match in Australia, England will return to Pakistan for a three-match Check collection.
In line with the Daybreak, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that England’s three-match Check collection in Pakistan subsequent month is about to be held as per schedule, in accordance with sources near the Pakistan Cricket Board.
Fears had been raised concerning the three-match Check collection later this month within the wake of an assassination try on former Pakistan prime minister and former nationwide cricket crew captain Imran Khan, who was shot within the leg at a protest rally close to Lahore.
It’s value mentioning that England cancelled their tour of Pakistan final 12 months after New Zealand pulled out midway via. Each groups cited safety issues as the explanation for his or her selection. Nevertheless, the Three Lions not too long ago toured Pakistan for a seven-match T20I collection.
For a very long time, worldwide groups prevented travelling to Pakistan after a 2009 militant assault on the Sri Lankan crew bus in Lahore killed six law enforcement officials and two civilians. Nevertheless, the arrival of England and Australia in 2022 has considerably improved Pakistan’s house cricket hopes.
England will face Pakistan within the last on Sunday, November 13 on the Melbourne Cricket Floor and will likely be hoping to take revenge for his or her 1992 ODI World Cup last defeat on the similar venue.
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Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant and shall comply with 302.
Advisory 302.1 General. A stable surface is one that remains unchanged by contaminants or applied force, so that when the contaminant or force is removed, the surface returns to its original condition. A firm surface resists deformation by either indentations or particles moving on its surface. A slip-resistant surface provides sufficient frictional counterforce to the forces exerted in walking to permit safe ambulation.
Carpet or carpet tile shall be securely attached and shall have a firm cushion, pad, or backing or no cushion or pad. Carpet or carpet tile shall have a level loop, textured loop, level cut pile, or level cut/uncut pile texture. Pile height shall be 1/2 inch (13 mm) maximum. Exposed edges of carpet shall be fastened to floor surfaces and shall have trim on the entire length of the exposed edge. Carpet edge trim shall comply with 303.
Advisory 302.2 Carpet. Carpets and permanently affixed mats can significantly increase the amount of force (roll resistance) needed to propel a wheelchair over a surface. The firmer the carpeting and backing, the lower the roll resistance. A pile thickness up to 1/2 inch (13 mm) (measured to the backing, cushion, or pad) is allowed, although a lower pile provides easier wheelchair maneuvering. If a backing, cushion or pad is used, it must be firm. Preferably, carpet pad should not be used because the soft padding increases roll resistance.
Where changes in level are permitted in floor or ground surfaces, they shall comply with 303.
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
Advisory 303.3 Beveled. A change in level of 1/2 inch (13 mm) is permitted to be 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) vertical plus 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) beveled. However, in no case may the combined change in level exceed 1/2 inch (13 mm). Changes in level exceeding 1/2 inch (13 mm) must comply with 405 (Ramps) or 406 (Curb Ramps).
EXCEPTION: Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.
Advisory 304.2 Floor or Ground Surface Exception. As used in this section, the phrase "changes in level" refers to surfaces with slopes and to surfaces with abrupt rise exceeding that permitted in Section 303.3. Such changes in level are prohibited in required clear floor and ground spaces, turning spaces, and in similar spaces where people using wheelchairs and other mobility devices must park their mobility aids such as in wheelchair spaces, or maneuver to use elements such as at doors, fixtures, and telephones. The exception permits slopes not steeper than 1:48.
The turning space shall be a T-shaped space within a 60 inch (1525 mm) square minimum with arms and base 36 inches (915 mm) wide minimum. Each arm of the T shall be clear of obstructions 12 inches (305 mm) minimum in each direction and the base shall be clear of obstructions 24 inches (610 mm) minimum. The space shall be permitted to include knee and toe clearance complying with 306 only at the end of either the base or one arm.
The clear floor or ground space shall be 30 inches (760 mm) minimum by 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum.
Alcoves shall be 36 inches (915 mm) wide minimum where the depth exceeds 24 inches (610 mm).
Alcoves shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) wide minimum where the depth exceeds 15 inches (380 mm).
Where space beneath an element is included as part of clear floor or ground space or turning space, the space shall comply with 306. Additional space shall not be prohibited beneath an element but shall not be considered as part of the clear floor or ground space or turning space.
Advisory 306.1 General. Clearances are measured in relation to the usable clear floor space, not necessarily to the vertical support for an element. When determining clearance under an object for required turning or maneuvering space, care should be taken to ensure the space is clear of any obstructions.
Objects with leading edges more than 27 inches (685 mm) and not more than 80 inches (2030 mm) above the finish floor or ground shall protrude 4 inches (100 mm) maximum horizontally into the circulation path.
EXCEPTION: Handrails shall be permitted to protrude 41/2 inches (115 mm) maximum.
Advisory 307.2 Protrusion Limits. When a cane is used and the element is in the detectable range, it gives a person sufficient time to detect the element with the cane before there is body contact. Elements located on circulation paths, including operable elements, must comply with requirements for protruding objects. For example, awnings and their supporting structures cannot reduce the minimum required vertical clearance. Similarly, casement windows, when open, cannot encroach more than 4 inches (100 mm) into circulation paths above 27 inches (685 mm).
Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305 mm) maximum when located 27 inches (685 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2030 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), the lowest edge of such sign or obstruction shall be 27 inches (685 mm) maximum or 80 inches (2030 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
EXCEPTION: The sloping portions of handrails serving stairs and ramps shall not be required to comply with 307.3.
Vertical clearance shall be 80 inches (2030 mm) high minimum. Guardrails or other barriers shall be provided where the vertical clearance is less than 80 inches (2030 mm) high. The leading edge of such guardrail or barrier shall be located 27 inches (685 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.
EXCEPTION: Door closers and door stops shall be permitted to be 78 inches (1980 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Reach ranges shall comply with 308.
|Advisory 308.1 General. The following table provides guidance on reach ranges for children according to age where building elements such as coat hooks, lockers, or operable parts are designed for use primarily by children. These dimensions apply to either forward or side reaches. Accessible elements and operable parts designed for adult use or children over age 12 can be located outside these ranges but must be within the adult reach ranges required by 308.|
|Children's Reach Ranges|
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|Ages 3 and 4||Ages 5 through 8||Ages 9 through 12|
|High (maximum)||36 in (915 mm)||40 in (1015 mm)||44 in (1120 mm)|
|Low (minimum)||20 in (510 mm)||18 in (455 mm)||16 in (405 mm)|
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a high forward reach is over an obstruction, the clear floor space shall extend beneath the element for a distance not less than the required reach depth over the obstruction. The high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum where the reach depth is 20 inches (510 mm) maximum. Where the reach depth exceeds 20 inches (510 mm), the high forward reach shall be 44 inches (1120 mm) maximum and the reach depth shall be 25 inches (635 mm) maximum.
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the high side reach is over an obstruction, the height of the obstruction shall be 34 inches (865 mm) maximum and the depth of the obstruction shall be 24 inches (610 mm) maximum. The high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum for a reach depth of 10 inches (255 mm) maximum. Where the reach depth exceeds 10 inches (255 mm), the high side reach shall be 46 inches (1170 mm) maximum for a reach depth of 24 inches (610 mm) maximum.
Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.
EXCEPTION: Gas pump nozzles shall not be required to provide operable parts that have an activating force of 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum.


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The problem of climate warming mitigation by means of controlled sulphur emissions into the stratosphere has become of growing interest in recent years. Using the IAP RAS global climate model with uniform horizontal distribution of stratospheric aerosols, it has been shown that a complete compensation of global warming, realizable under the SRES A1B scenario of the anthropogenic impact on climate, requires stratospheric sulfate emissions of 5–16 TgS/yr (depending on the chosen values of stratospheric aerosol parameters) in the middle and of 10–30 TgS/yr at the end of the 21st century. Such emissions will result in the essential additional aerosol pollution of the troposphere due to the sedimentation of stratospheric aerosol particles there. Significant-in-magnitude regional anomalies of the surface air temperature of different signs occur in global warming compensation in different regions. Warming compensation in the most sensitive to climate forcing Earth regions (in particular, Siberia), additionally increases the required emissions of stratospheric aerosols by about 10%. In addition, in the case of ceasing such controlled climate forcing, its temperature effect vanishes in one to two decades with a sharp acceleration of global and regional near-surface warming in this period. Thus, the rate of regional temperature changes will attain 3–4 K/decade if the compensating action ceases in 2075.
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Eliseev, A.V., Mokhov, I.I. & Karpenko, A.A. Global warming mitigation by means of controlled aerosol emissions into the stratosphere: Global and regional peculiarities of temperature response as estimated in IAP RAS CM simulations. Atmos Ocean Opt 22, 388–395 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1134/S1024856009040022
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BEIJING, Jan 21 (Reuters) – The Beijing Winter Olympics torch relay will be isolated from the public due to concerns about the spread of the coronavirus, organizers said on Friday.
The relay, which will include 1,200 torchbearers, will start on February 2 and end two days later when the Games open in the capital and neighboring Hebei province.
“This torch relay will always put safety first,” Yang Haibin, an official with the Beijing Municipal Sports Bureau, told a briefing.
“Taking into account factors such as epidemic prevention … the torch relay and ceremonial activities will be organized in closed, safe and controllable places.”
Beijing, the first city to host the Summer and Winter Games, is on high alert for the coronavirus after a handful of small outbreaks in various parts of the country to which authorities have responded with sweeping restrictions and mass testing.
All torchbearers must be vaccinated and will be tested for the virus and have their health monitored for 14 days before the relay.
The relay route, which will be much shorter than the previous ones, will include a stop at the Great Wall, the most iconic site in China, as well as the Olympic parks in central Beijing, the Summer Palace, among other places.
The flame of the Beijing Winter Games was lit in Greece in an October ceremony that was interrupted by human rights activists.
Preparations for the Games have been complicated by COVID-19, as well as a diplomatic boycott by several countries, including the United States, over China’s human rights record. Beijing says that betrays Olympic principles and denies rights abuses.
(Reporting by Yin Xiaoyu, Muyu Xu, and Tony Munroe. Editing in Spanish by Javier Leira)