Grandma, the Sundance 2015 feature directed by Paul Weitz, grossed nearly $121K, averaging a very tidy $30,214. That places the film, which also stars Marcia Gay Harden and Julia Garner, in the upper echelon of limited release films in 2015, ahead of SPC’s July debut of Irrational Man by Woody Allen ($25K average in 7 theaters). Among the year’s highest PTA debuts are A24’s Ex Machina ($59,316 average in 4 theaters), While We’re Young ($56,922 in 4 theaters), A Most Violent Year ($43,197 in four theaters) and RADiUS’ It Follows ($40K in 4 theaters).
Tomlin co-starred in Weitz’s 2013 feature Admission (starring Tina Fey, Paul Rudd and Michael Sheen), which Focus Features opened in March of that year in 2,160 theaters, grossing over $6.1M its opening weekend and totaling just over $18M. Weitz noted this week that while working on Admission, he had Tomlin in mind for Grandma and approached her soon after wrapping work on the project. Grandma is unlikely to reach the final number of that wide release, but momentum is on its side for now. SPC will add theaters in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Chicago and Phoenix next weekend.
Broad Green Pictures opened its first English-language title, Learning To Drive, in four NYC and LA theaters Friday. Directed by Isabel Coixet, the film starring Patricia Clarkson and Ben Kingsley grossed $67,417 in four theaters for a decent $16,854 PTA. Women were the major drivers of the title, which Broad Green said saw a 49% lift from Friday to Saturday. Its Lincoln Square showings increased 67% Friday to Saturday and placed third at the New York venue behind Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation IMAX and Straight Outta Compton. A Broad Green spokesperson said this morning “We are proud of the way that Learning to Drive opened this weekend and of the female driven filmmaking crew [including] the writer, author, director, camera-op plus the wonderful Patricia Clarkson.”
Broad Green will add locations in San Francisco, Boston, Chicago and Phoenix next weekend. The distributor will add more theaters in those markets in addition to another 15 markets soon after, going on to the top 50 markets and around 100 locations by September 11.
The Orchard opened Joe Swanberg’s latest, Digging For Fire, in three theaters, grossing $24,544 over the weekend, averaging $8,181 in a narrow exclusive theatrical run, which continues until next Tuesday. The Orchard noted that the title grossed $12,593 at the Music Box Theater in Swanberg’s hometown of Chicago, over half of the weekend’s total. Swanberg’s 2013 title Drinking Buddies, starring Anna Kendrick and Olivia Wilde, opened in two theaters following an ultra-VOD rollout, grossing $19,505 in two theaters, averaging $9,753.
“We love Joe’s film and we’re encouraged by its opening weekend performance, which landed Digging for Fire the number one spot in each of its three theaters,” said The Orchard’s SVP of Film and TV, Paul Davidson. “While we expect solid theatrical performance going into our second frame, it’s no question that VOD is the sweet spot for this compelling ensemble comedy, and The Orchard will share those initial results next weekend.”
Digging For Fire expands next week to the Top 20 North American markets, and will be available on VOD nationwide starting Tuesday.
Among other openers, Zeitgeist Films bowed The Quay Brothers, grossing $9,831 Friday to Sunday. The title was buoyed by two Wednesday special event screenings with Christopher Nolan in attendance. The title grossed over $6K that evening and its 5-day cume is $18,423.
And Submarine Deluxe opened Doug Aitken’s Station To Station exclusively at LA’s Nuart, grossing a decent $9,494.
Fox Searchlight added two dozen locations for Mistress America‘s second frame. It grossed $237K in 32 theaters, averaging $7,406. This is Baumbach’s second film of the year, coming on the heels of A24’s While We’re Young last March. In its second weekend, that film grossed over $483K in 34 theaters, averaging $14,226, although that title was certainly more star-packed.
Noted Searchlight’s Frank Rodriguez when reporting numbers this morning: “The film has opened strong in new markets this weekend as well as continuing to hold well in New York and Los Angeles, playing best to Noah Baumbach’s core audience but also capturing the Art and Specialty moviegoer.” Searchlight will take Mistress America to an additional 28 markets next week, going to 130-150 screens. The feature will be in 400+ runs across North America by September 4.
Music Box Films added 25 runs for its doc Meru. In its second frame, the film by E. Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin (also one of the film’s subjects) grossed a healthy $172K in 32 theaters, averaging $5,375. Music Box noted that the title had strong results in the Bay Area and its first weekend drops were “comparable to Mistress America in its second weekend.”
The company said this weekend’s added locations that were not “carefully curated to maximize PTA. Obviously place like Port Townsend, WA outside of Seattle with a population of 26,000 could have waited but they’re a good customer and asked to start when they did.” Music Box will add Boston, Chicago, Portland, Salt Lake City and rest of the top 50 markets along with Western/Mountain zone markets in the next two weeks.
In its 4th weekend, A24 added 222 runs for The End Of The Tour. The feature starring Jesse Eisenberg grossed over $523K in 355 theaters, averaging $1,475. Last weekend the title grossed $399K in 133 theaters, averaging $3K. Its one month cume is now $1,689,540.
And Roadside Attractions/Miramax’s Mr. Holmes easily crossed $15M over the weekend. The feature grossed $606,500, averaging $1,410 in 430 theaters, bringing its total to $15,390,163.
The Quay Brothers (Zeitgeist Films) NEW [1 Theater] Weekend $9,831, Cume $18,423 (opened Wednesday with special event)
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Manchester man, a former coach, indicted on more sexual assault charges
CONCORD - A Manchester man already facing trial for sexually assaulting young boys was indicted by the November Merrimack County Grand Jury on four charges of aggravated felonious sexual assault of a young girl.
Robert Joubert, 59, who was a youth baseball coach in Manchester, the Seacoast and Maine, is being held without bail on charges of assaulting two boys, ages 9 and 11 when the assaults allegedly began.
He has pleaded innocent to the charges involving the boys, one between 1995 and 1997 and the other between 2001 and 2004.
The new indictments allege aggravated felonious sexual assault charges of a female who was 17 when she was allegedly assaulted in 1999.
The indictments allege that one assault was accomplished through the element of surprise, two because Joubert was in a position of authority and the girl was coerced, and one through physical force.
Joubert was arrested in June on the charges involving the boys and authorities said at the time that the investigation was continuing.
A final pretrial conference on the charges involving the two boys is set for May 16, 2013, and jury selection is scheduled for June 3, 2013.
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I like reading fiction centered on southern society. It can be so structured it's like reading about a different country. And this novel is no exception. Christie gives us a frank look at the darker side of it.
Avery had married Ches Broussard six years ago, taken in by his charming and outgoing personality. It wasn't long before Avery realized her husband was charming other women. A year ago he had been killed in New Orleans, on business, he'd said, but she wondered.
On the one year anniversary of her husband's death, Avery is rudely awakened to her in-laws' true feelings about her. All the utilities cut off at her home. Her bank account closed. She hadn't realized her father-in-law was co-singer. Her in-laws wanted her out of town and would do everything they could to make it happen.
In the midst of an ice storm Avery slams her car into the front on a small market on the corner of Trumpet and Vine. The grouchy owner demands payment. So does the women who owns the car she hit too. Is this another nearly unbearable event in her troubled life, or is it an opportunity from God? Is it really true that everything happens for a purpose?
I liked this novel of southern society. Avery's in-laws are powerful people in the town of Samford and they are determined to have their way. But Avery is a tough woman. She is determined to stay in Samford and make a new life for herself. She manages to find some unlikely friends who help. She even discovers a little romance along the way.
This is a good novel of small town southern life. It graphically shows how an influential family can intimidate others and hide damaging secrets. It is also a good lesson on how God takes events that may seem so devastating to us and use them for His purpose and our eventual good.
There is another issue in the novel, that of urban development. The little market is in danger of being gobbled up and razed, making way for “modern” development. But Avery and those from the gallery across the street want to see the corner of Trumpet and Vine retain its charm.
Of course, a novel like this one includes references to southern food. It was fun to be introduced to fried pies, beignets, and chowchow. A couple of recipes are included at the end of the book, as is a Discussion Guide.
Judy Christie writes fiction with a Louisiana flavor. She and her husband live in northern Louisiana. You can find out more at www.judychristie.com.
Zondervan, 345 pages.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher for the purpose of an independent and honest review.

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Release Trigger Finger PositionContributors to this thread:
elk yinzer 05-Mar-18
Woods Walker 05-Mar-18
What is the optimal way to trigger a release. Finger extended and trigger with the tip or more curled around the trigger with a bent first knuckle and do it that way. Any particular standard approach or is it purely personal preference.?
I don't use the tip of my finger, I use the first joint....less sensitive and less prone to mistakes.....but back tension would be the ultimate solution.
Trigger is in the first joint down from my finger tip, with the finger tip basically pointing at the ground. The finger tip’s much more sensitive so I don’t want it anywhere near the trigger. I pull straight back with my release arm until the surprise release occurs.
From: elk yinzer
I use the meaty part between the first and second joint down of my middle finger. Fought off a TP bout that way and never looked back.
From: Woods Walker
I thought this was a crossgun thread! But it's not, it's a compgun thread......... ;-)
Wyo x 2
First knuckle forward from the hand, not the first one back from the tip. Far less likely to punch this way. Fewer muscles, tendons/ligaments involved.
I use 1st knuckle too
If your triggering it with the fingertip I’ve found people are punching the trigger
Same as x-man. Better leverage, less movement.
4x xman. I shoot a Carter RX2 and the release actually rests in the middle of my palm so that when I shoot the trigger is in the 1st joint from the hand.I use back tension to release it.
X5 X Man, nd. Use back tension to release it.
Same as x man . Keeps you away from punching and target panic
Yep, back tension between first and second joint.
Not many guys can consistently shoot a wrist strap index trigger release without actually “pulling” the trigger (ie: punching). If you aren’t feeling the wrist strap tightening ( on every shot) as you pull through the break, you are probably punching to some extent. And the further the trigger sits toward the finger tip, the harder it is. “Hooking” the trigger in the first or second nuckle is going to make it harder to punch, but even there, a true back tension break is still hard to execute with consistency.


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NBA Draft | Towns, WCS, Russell workout in L.A.
Ex-Kentucky bigs Karl-Anthony Towns and Willie Cauley-Stein, along with former Ohio State guard and Louisville native D'Angelo Russell, held a private workout in Los Angeles on Monday ahead of this month's NBA Draft -- but the drills were not in front of any teams, per a report.
Chad Ford, ESPN NBA Insider, and DraftExpress.com columnist Jonathan Givony were in attendance, however, tweeting thoughts, photos and videos throughout:
Towns is currently projected the No. 1 overall pick to the Minnesota Timberwolves by DraftExpress.com and the No. 1 overall prospect on Ford's big board.
Russell is projected the No. 3 pick to Philadelphia by DraftExpress.com and the No. 3 prospect by Ford. Cauley-Stein is ranked 6th and 8th, respectively.

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The Italian Renaissance
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The Italian Renaissance
Like a newly lit candle, the Italian Renaissance was able to lead Europe out of the Dark Ages and into an era where scholarship, art, literature, politics, and society flourished. It was a time when the past was rediscovered and old ideas were improved. Society, politics, and philosophical ideas were constantly evolving. The rich and powerful fought over art instead of land. It was also an era where the concept of separation of church and government gained momentum and the scale of power began to shift from the church to the rich.
Politics in Italy
Renaissance Italy had no single ruler but the country consisted of about twenty small city states with different forms of government
As Italian cities grew and prospered many of them chose to become self-governing states- other communities formed republics which were dominated by the leading merchants in that region.
These communities quickly became industrial powerhouses which ultimately led to rivalries between communities. Many political brawls occurred in Italy, most were regarding trade routes and resources.
Politics in Italy Continued
In the mid 1400’s the house of Medici led to the end of republicanism and other forms of government and implemented princely rule as the new popular form of government.
The Medici family dominated many Italian city states throughout the renaissance from about 1434-1737. The Medici’s were the richest family in Italy and quite possibly all of Europe at the time. They headed Europe’s largest bank and were thoroughly involved in politics. In one way or another, the Medici family had their hands in all of the city-states in Italy.
The Medici family gained a lot of power from their own rule by way of fear. Rule in renaissance Italy was chaotic and unpredictable
Commerce in Italy
Commerce was a positive aspect to the ever changing political climate in Italy
Trade and business experienced a dramatic uproar during the Italian renaissance. Feudalism was nearly extinct and the population began to increase, banks flourished, and new technology in manufacturing led the people into an economic revolution
In the 1300s and 1400s Italy dominated all trade
Italy had a very diverse economy where many different goods were produced. Each region had its own specialty good
Overseas exploration helped develop many different trade routes that made trade more universal and convenient. It also brought many different goods to Italy.
The religious climate of the Italian Renaissance was in a state of decay
The power of the Pope and the Catholic Church was being abused and had become more political than religious. The Popes were more concerned about strengthening their borders from constant invasions by the French than saving souls.
During this corrupt and morally bankrupt period, the Italian people became disenfranchised with the Church and strict devotion began to wane. Different cults and beliefs emerged in its place.
One of the most influential movements of the Italian Renaissance was the Humanist movement. The Humanists, were a reflection of the radical times, they gravitated more toward the intellectual or philosophical rather than religious side of life and spoke openly against the Church.
They were branded atheists. however, They did believe that there was a god. However, they preached of tolerance of different religious viewpoints and believed that there were no absolute truths such as those taught by the Church. Instead they believed in individualism and that a person should find solace within himself.
Though the Humanist movement did not directly attack or contradict the Catholic Church, it did provide a startling different viewpoint.
The main goal of the Humanists was not Religious change; but instead the study of art and its ancient texts.
There were a great number of themes in 13th-century literature: Humanism was emerging as a new outlook and this undoubtedly fueled the fire for many Italian writers.
Many humanistic writers used the classic works of Plato and Aristotle as the focus of their inspiration
All of the prevalent themes were a realization of the beauty of the world and an optimistic faith in Man and Nature.
Dante Alighieri, Petrarch and Boccaccio were some of the more widely known writers of the time. all with very humanistic styles
"The artistic talents of the High Renaissance sought to create coherent works of pictorial illustration, which would enhance the vivid qualities and aura of a work of art. The essential characteristic of High Renaissance art was unity. It was an equilibrium attained through intuition. Unity in a piece of art could not be obtained through rational understanding or technical skill"
The vast increase of wealth of the small city-states of Italy, as a result of trade and banking, was directly responsible for the blossoming the arts during the Italian Renaissance
Florence was the center of Renaissance society. It was a place where people of importance supported the arts
The most prominent of these contributors was Cosimo de' Medici (1389-1464), who discreetly gained control of the city and imposed his power and authority from behind the scenes
He generously spent his fortune on scholars, painters, poets, and sculptors.
Italian Renaissance artists studied the natural world through direct observation
As a result, artists concentrated on secular themes of subjects stemming from Roman and Greek history and mythology
The first generation of artists during the early Renaissance, including Donatello and Masaccio (painting), shared many significant characteristics.
They were passionate about art and believed that there was potential for incredible growth The artists of the Renaissance preferred to generate art forms that correctly emulated the natural world and sought to convey human personality and behavior into their works.
These art forms were often large sculptural forms or illustrative works that were studies in the effects of color and light, the balance of measurable space, and accurate representations
Art: High Renaissance
Around the mid 15th century, Florence had produced a new generation of artists that included such masters as Sandro Botticelli and Pollaiuolo. Soon, other Italian city-states, Venice, Urbino, Naples, Padua, Milan, and Ferrara, started to search for new artists to bring fame and fortune to their doorstep. This caused competition and rivalries to spring up between artists and even among the city-states.
Towards the end of the 15th century, the initial significant advances of artistic Renaissance style established the principles of linear perspective, proportion, and contraposto (twisted pose). However, many artists were anxious to escape this style and technique and started to strive for personal expression.
Art: High Renaissance
The essential characteristic of High Renaissance art was unity. Technique alone could not produce a masterpiece.
The artistic talents of the High Renaissance sought to create coherent works of pictorial illustration, which would enhance the vivid qualities and aura of a work of art.
The technique of the High Renaissance only flourished for a brief period (c. 1495-1520) and was dominated by some of the most gifted artists of all time, among them
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519), Michelangelo Bounarroti (1475-1564), Raphael Sanzio (1483-1520).
All three artists also studied the anatomy of the human body, through the dissection of human cadavers, an illegal practice at the time.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Art: Late Renaissance
A major turning point in the advancement of Renaissance art was the invasion of Rome in 1527, which momentarily ended Florence’s role as a source of support and compelled artists to travel to other centers in Italy, Spain, and France.
Anticlassical tendencies became apparent in Italian art. Mannerism was a major artistic movement during this time that emphasized grace and elegance.
Although the Late Renaissance lasted twice as long as the High Renaissance, it too had to come to an end, but it will always be thought of as one of the greatest periods of artistic innovation.
The architecture during the Renaissance, like everything else during that time period, was a return and rediscovery of the classical period of the Romans and Greeks
Before the Renaissance the prevalent architectural style had been the Gothic style of the medieval times, when renaissance architects came around, the style changed dramatically
Perhaps one of the greatest influences of Renaissance architecture was the classical architect Vitruvius and his treatise De architectura. (Renaissance Architecture)
Vitruvius developed the foundation and instructions on how to create a building in the classical form. All structures and columns were based upon three basic orders: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian
The Doric order consisted of the sturdier more masculine designs, and in a multi-storied building it would be considered to be the base or first story as it was strong enough to support additional stories
The Ionic order was also sturdy but consisted of thinner pillars and contained as Vitruvius claimed an overall “more graceful” touch
The Corinthian order consisted of more decorative columns and motifs and was almost always the highest story of a multi-story building. The Corinthian order was like the penthouse of our modern times.
Yet the two most important of Vitruvius’s principles were his emphasis on symmetria, or symmetry, where all the pieces of a structure were geometrically balanced and his desire that all the parts of a structure are harmonious or have general flow with one another, which was known as disposito.

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A SUDDEN CHANGE OF HEART ON THE AMERICAN AUTO INDUSTRY…. As we’ve been talking about over the last couple of days, President Obama’s decision to rescue American auto manufacturers looks awfully good with the benefit of hindsight. Republicans were apoplectic at the time, but more than a year later, we now know the GOP was wrong and the Obama White House was right.
The more amusing angle, however, is watching Republicans scramble to justify their enormous mistake. At a moment of crisis, and with the GOP’s credibility on the line, Republicans made the wrong call — but with a little revisionist history, they’re hoping you won’t notice.
Early last year, as this clip helps make clear, the GOP saw the bailout of the auto industry as a policy that wouldn’t, and quite literally couldn’t, work. It was deemed wholly unacceptable for practical reasons (it would waste money and the industry would fail anyway) and for ideological reasons (it was “Marxism” in practice). Sen. Bob Corker (R-Tenn.) proclaimed Obama’s actions “truly breathtaking” and said the government ownership roles at Chrysler and GM “should send a chill through all Americans who believe in free enterprise.”
Now that this same policy has been deemed an unqualified success, most Republicans are biting their tongue, embarrassed about having been wrong once again. But some GOP officials are nevertheless still talking — and taking partial credit for the policy they perceived as the end of American capitalism.
“The ideas [Republicans] laid out there were followed through,” Corker told the Washington Post. “I take some pleasure out of helping make that contribution.”
Got that? Corker hated the policy last year — it offended his notion of how the government should operate on a fundamental level — but now that it worked, and the evidence is clear that Obama was right, he wants the public to think the president succeeded thanks to the Republican “contributions” to the policy.
This is not only a reminder of just how shameless this crowd really is, it’s a reminder how fortunate America was that Republicans weren’t calling the shots when the pressure was on.


Issue 18 Tactical Tomahawk Buyer’s Guide Patrick Vuong Join the Conversation Chopped Forget everything you think you know about tomahawks. Disregard those centuries-old paintings of Native Indians using them to scalp Europeans. Ignore the critics who say it's nothing more than an ancient tool that only belongs in display cases. Tomahawks are back, and they're more badass than ever before. If all you know about this versatile and powerful tool is what you saw in The Last of the Mohicans, find that familiar ass-groove in your couch and take the time to peruse this primer on tomahawks. We're certain at least one of these can be a solid supplement to your kit. ‘Hawk History In the United States, people are probably most familiar with tomahawks as the weapon of choice for American Indians of the Old West, thanks to their depictions in pop culture. Derived from the Algonquian word tamahaac (which translates roughly as “to cut off by tool”), the tomahawk was indeed used as a deadly projectile, a fast-moving edged weapon, and a multipurpose utility tool. Sometimes, a ‘hawk was outfitted with a pipe and used ceremonially or as a commodity when trading. What about that whole bit about Indians using tomahawks to scalp their enemies? Probably just conjecture, experts say. After all, that's what knives were for. Another myth: Tomahawks are unique to North America. The truth is variations of this weapon have been wielded by many cultures throughout time (e.g. the Malay silat practitioners of Southeast Asia, the Maori warriors of New Zealand, and the Sudanic cavalry in Western Africa, just to name a few). The tomahawk reemerged in the 1960s when roughly 4,000 models of this specialized axe were issued to U.S. soldiers and Marines in the Vietnam War. Then for a while it was no longer the flavor of the month — until the Global War on Terror made it a delicious tactical addition once again. After the Sept. 11 terror attacks, certain special-operation-forces units found themselves in need of a rescue tool, a breaching implement, and a backup weapon for close-quarter combat. Re-enter the tomahawk. Evolved for today's purposes with quality materials made with state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, and — whack! — the weapon made its tactical comeback. In all black, of course (because nothing's tactical unless it's black.) Form and Function Generally, a tomahawk is a one-handed tool that's shorter than 24 inches and designed for combat, unlike the longer axe that requires two hands and is meant for chopping wood. This makes the ‘hawk lighter and faster to unleash (when throwing) or to strike and retract (when fighting up close and personal). And unlike a hatchet, the ‘hawk isn't a shrunken-down version of an axe — a tomahawk usually has a spike or hammer opposite its cutting edge, and some of the fancier handles have a claw or wedge at the end for prying or chiseling. Of course, these are broad generalizations, and there's nothing that says one can't use a hatchet for fighting or an axe for throwing. The ancient tomahawk consisted of an axe head (made of stone, bone, or antlers) lashed to a tree branch. It eventually became more refined and, after Europeans introduced metal axe heads to the New World, became decidedly sharper and more durable. Nowadays, you can find them made of all sorts of steel, supplemented with different kinds of handle scales, and sometimes even decorated with laser etchings. The tomahawks in this buyer's guide are just a small sampling of the many amazing models available on the market today. Using our unscientific yet practical testing methods (we chopped firewood and threw them at pine tree logs before slicing copy paper), we put each ‘hawk through its paces to find out which would be most applicable for our uses. If you read on, there's no doubt you'll find at least one of our test subjects will satiate the wants of your inner warrior. For More 411 If you're wondering how the hell you should use a tomahawk, see “More Than Chopping” on page 100 by Jared Wihongi, a combatives expert with considerable experience in Filipino martial arts and in the use of the Maorian tomahawk called the patiti. Bawidamann Blades Ragnarok 12 OAL: 12 inches Material: 4140 chromoly steel Weight: 1 pound, 4 ounces MSRP: $550 Url: www.bawidamann.com 411: Bawidamann Blades has a reputation for blending hardcore materials with visually striking designs. RMJ Tactical stands out as an industry leader in tactical tomahawk construction. When these two companies get it on, they give birth to an elite level of offspring: The Ragnarok 12 shares some DNA with RMJ's Kestrel, but is slightly shorter and lighter, featuring the art deco/Viking style that's a Bawidamann trademark. Made in the USA. Available in a 14-inch version and various colors. Pros: Lightweight, sharp, and robust, it'll make short work of doors, trees, and zombies alike. Comes with a high-quality Boltaron sheath that's both durable and easy to use. Paracord lanyard prevents the handle from slipping out of your hands. Easily the most gorgeous ‘hawk of the kettle we reviewed. Cons: It costs as much as a Glock — but you definitely get what you pay for. The cutting edges on the axe head's beard (bottom) and on the spike extend to the handle, preventing you from choking up your grip for certain uses. Benchmade Knife Company 172BKF OAL: 16.25 inches Material: 4140 chromoly steel Weight: 2 pounds, 4.8 ounces MSRP: $385 Url: www.benchmade.com 411: This bad boy has been available for a few years now and has been a proven player in the resurrected tomahawk market. It combines the look of a traditional ‘hawk with modern quality materials and various tactical uses — its spike and wedged end allows for prying, digging, door breaching, and many other uses. Plus, it comes with a riveted PIM sheath that allows for multiple carry options. Made in the USA. Pros: Those looking to keep a certain distance will find that it's a suitable length: not too cumbersome in close quarters, but not so short that you'd have to get in kissing range to do damage. Cross-hatched pattern on G-10 scales provide an assured grip. One-piece forged construction ensures long-term durability. Claw on the handle's end is great for prying nails, boards, etc. Cons: Sheath was loose, leading to retention problems. The cutting edge (or face) and spike are disappointingly dull (time to bust out the sharpener). Availability is limited and MSRP is steep, but you should be able to search online and find it for much cheaper. Browning Black Label Shock N' Awe Tomahawk OAL: 10.5 inches Material: 1055 tool steel Weight: 1 pound, 7 ounces MSRP: $98 Url: www.browning.com 411: The smallest model in our buyer's guide is by no means the weakest. The Shock N' Awe from Browning's Black Label tactical line comes out of the box sharp, sturdy, and durable. While its aesthetics suggest modern ninja rather than old-school Navajo (thanks to its black powdercoat, Russ Kommer design, angled striking pommel, and paracord-wrapped handle), this ‘hawk will work effectively at a basecamp, a crash site, or a dark alley. Pros: Its compact design is ideal for those who operate in tight spaces or need to stow their gear in a car or a go-bag. The full-tang 1055 tool steel holds up to repeated abuse (though you'll need to clean it to prevent corrosion) For less than a Benjamin (street price is closer to $75), you get solid bang for your buck. Face is sharp and easy to sharpen. Cons: Its main benefit (short length) can be a turnoff if your task at hand requires more leverage — though Browning promises a longer version that should be available by the time you read this. Paracord-wrapped handle can be a bit slick if your hands are sweaty or wet. Columbia River Knife & Tool Chogan T-Hawk OAL: 14 inches Material: SK5 carbon steel Weight: 1 pound, 8.6 ounces MSRP: $185 Url: www.crkt.com 411: This collaboration between CRKT and Ryan M. Johnson of RMJ Tactical (see the Shrike entry in this buyer's guide) gives consumers a production tomahawk with Johnson's innovations for only a quarter of the cost of a hand-forged RMJ model. (We've seen the Chogan sold online for less than a C-note.) The single-piece design comes with a flat-edge hammer opposite the cutting edge and a Kydex sheath with MOLLE clip platform. Pros: Ergonomic handle features grip choils that provide your hand solid purchase, whether you're holding it at the bottom for a power swing or need to choke up for more precision work. The axe head's spine and beard also have laser-like edges. Lightweight with near-perfect balance in the hand. Cons: Suffer from sweaty palms? Working in the rain? Beware. The glass-filled nylon handle scales can be slippery when wet. The beard's sharp edge and the axe head's geometry leaves little room for choking all the way up on the handle. Gerber Downrange Tomahawk OAL: 19.2 inches Material: 420HC stainless steel Weight: 2 pounds, 1 ounce MSRP: $285 Url: www.gerbergear.com 411: Assembled in the USA, this Gerber model was made to capitalize on the tomahawk's multipurpose nature. In addition to the cutting edge/hammer at the top, there's a substantial pry bar at the end of its handle. Already highly corrosion resistant, the full-tang 420HC steel body has a Cerakote treatment for added protection. Ideal for military personnel or first-responders. Pros: When using it as a pry bar, you can grip the cutaway handle in the axe head for greater leverage. As the longest tomahawk, it gives you the most leverage and momentum while swinging. It has that sexy “tacticool” look. Cons: The design seems to favor prying over chopping (e.g. the G-10 scales don't extend all the way down the body, resulting in an off-balanced, awkward swing when going full power). The grooves in the G-10 handles are too jagged, causing hotspots on our palms (even a little pain) after extended use. Though MOLLE compatible, the two-piece sheath prevents quick access. For the price, we'd expect better steel than 420HC. RMJ Tactical Shrike Tomahawk OAL: 15.5 inches Material: 4140 chromoly steel Weight: 1 pound, 10.9 ounces MSRP: $425 Url: www.rmjtactical.com 411: RMJ Tactical is one of the companies instrumental in the tactical tomahawk revival of recent years. As one would expect of a bestseller from an industry leader, the Shrike strikes a perfect balance between form and function, as well as construction and durability. No wonder it's popular among certain elite military members. Made in the USA. Available in various colors with the option of a custom engraving. Pros: Perfect dimensions for throwing or swinging. The oval-shaped rubber over-mold on the handle is quite comfortable. Cerakote finish, hammer-forged steel, and single-piece body means tough-as-nails quality. End cap works as a pommel and can be unscrewed to access a sharpening stone, which is included. Cons: For blue-collar journalists like us, the $425 price tag ain't no trifling matter. The workhorse Kydex sheath comes with belt loops, shoulder strap, or the Rigid Universal MOLLE Platform — but not all three, limiting your carry options. SOG Specialty Knives & Tools Voodoo Hawk OAL: 12.56 inches Material: 3Cr13 and glass-reinforced nylon Weight: 1 pound, 12 ounces MSRP: $75 Url: www.sogknives.com 411: SOG created this stout little guy by combining its FastHawk and Tactical Tomahawk models, resulting in a hybrid that's agile and lightweight. An extended cutting head provides plenty of hand clearance while a spike and a metal pommel offer piercing and blunt-force options, respectively. (For SOG fanatics or those who want a slightly smaller version, SOG also has the Voodoo Hawk Mini in black and satin.) Pros: Lightweight and well balanced. Design allows for a comfortable grip anywhere along the handle, whether you're leading with the face or the spike. In a world where the best tomahawks are half a grand, the Voodoo Hawk's $75 MSRP seems quite affordable for proletariats like us. Cons: Cheaper price tag means cheapo materials: The Chinese-made 3Cr13 steel has poor edge retention, and the glass-reinforced nylon handle doesn't compare to a solid steel body. It's not a one-piece — the steel axe head and pommel are screwed onto the handle, meaning failure is possible during heavy-duty use. Made almost as an afterthought, the ballistic nylon sheath is inconvenient and won't last long. TOPS Knives IDT Axe OAL: 15 inches Material: 1095 tool steel and 4130 chromoly steel Weight: 1 pound, 14 ounces MSRP: $220 Url: www.topsknives.com 411: Its name stands for “Individual Demolition Tool.” No, that's not a euphemism for your moronic friend who manages to accidentally break everything he touches. It's in reference to the IDT Axe's primary purpose: to help you make an emergency entry (or exit). It's ideal for first-responders, military door-kickers, and camping enthusiasts. The IDT also comes with a paracord lanyard and a foam grip over the chromoly-tube handle for a non-slip grip and some shock absorption. Designed and handcrafted in the USA. Pros: Face and spike can do some serious damage. Forward-heavy head enhances chopping power. TOPS's Black Traction Coating adds both protection and the tactical aesthetic. Cons: While the IDT holds up in our initial testing, we're surprised that it's comprised of two pieces rather than being a single body. Unlike most of the other ‘hawks, the bottom of the handle doesn't have a prying claw or striking pommel and is actually hollow. The ballistic nylon sheath is poorly conceived and fits about as well as an XL T-shirt would on Kevin Hart. 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Any type of depression can make you feel sad and keep you from enjoying life. However, atypical depression — also called depression with atypical features — means that your depressed mood can brighten in response to positive events. Other key symptoms include increased appetite, sleeping too much, feeling that your arms or legs are heavy, and feeling rejected.
Despite its name, atypical depression is not uncommon or unusual. It can affect how you feel, think and behave, and it can lead to emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and sometimes you may feel as if life isn't worth living.
Treatment for atypical depression includes medication, talk therapy (psychotherapy) and lifestyle changes.
Symptoms of atypical depression can vary from person to person. Key signs and symptoms may include:
For some people, signs and symptoms of atypical depression can be severe, such as feeling suicidal or not being able to do basic day-to-day activities.
If you feel depressed, make an appointment to see your doctor as soon as you can. Atypical depression may get worse if it isn't treated. If you're reluctant to seek treatment, talk to a friend or loved one, a health care professional, a faith leader, or someone else you trust.
If you think you may hurt yourself or attempt suicide, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.
Also consider these options if you're having suicidal thoughts:
If a loved one or friend is in danger of attempting suicide or has made an attempt:
It's not known exactly what causes atypical depression or why some people have different features of depression. Atypical depression often starts in the teenage years, earlier than other types of depression, and can have a more long-term (chronic) course.
As with other types of depression, a combination of factors may be involved. These include:
Risk factors for atypical depression may include:
Your risk of atypical depression may also increase if you have:
Like other types of depression, atypical depression is a serious illness that can cause major problems. Atypical depression can result in emotional, behavioral and health problems that affect every area of your life.
For example, atypical depression can be associated with:
There's no sure way to prevent atypical depression, but these strategies may help.
These exams and tests can help your doctor rule out other problems that could be causing your symptoms, determine a diagnosis and check for any related complications:
Medications and talk therapy (psychotherapy) are effective for most people with depression, including atypical depression. Your primary care doctor or psychiatrist can prescribe medications to relieve symptoms. However, many people with atypical depression benefit from also seeing a psychologist or other mental health professional.
If you have severe depression, you may need a hospital stay or you may need to participate in an outpatient treatment program until your symptoms improve.
Here's a closer look at treatment options.
Types of medications for atypical depression can include:
Discuss possible benefits, risks and side effects of medications with your doctor and pharmacist. You may need to try several medications or a combination of medications before you find one that works. This requires patience, as some medications need several weeks or longer to take full effect and for side effects to ease as your body adjusts.
Psychotherapy — also known as talk therapy — is a general term for treating depression by talking about your condition and related issues with a mental health professional.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as other types of psychotherapy, can help you:
As part of your treatment, it's important to also address other conditions that often accompany atypical depression, in particular anxiety and drug or alcohol misuse, as they can make your depression more difficult to treat.
Depression generally isn't an illness that you can treat on your own. But in addition to professional treatment, these self-care steps can help:
Make sure you understand the risks as well as possible benefits if you pursue alternative or complementary therapy. Don't replace conventional medical treatment or psychotherapy with alternative medicine. When it comes to depression, alternative treatments aren't a substitute for professional care.
Dietary supplements aren't monitored by the Food and Drug Administration the same way medications are. You can't always be certain of what you're getting and whether it's safe. Also, because some herbal and dietary supplements can interfere with prescription medications or cause dangerous interactions, talk with your health care provider before taking any supplements.
Complementary and alternative medicine practitioners believe the mind and body must be in harmony for you to stay healthy. Examples of mind-body techniques that may be helpful include relaxation techniques, exercise and spirituality.
Relying solely on these therapies is generally not enough to treat depression. However, they may be helpful when used in addition to medication and psychotherapy.
Talk with your doctor or therapist about improving your coping skills, and try these tips:
You may see your primary care doctor, or your doctor may refer you to a professional who specializes in mental health conditions. You may want to take a family member or friend along, if possible. Someone who comes with you may remember something that you missed or forgot.
Before your appointment, make a list of:
Basic questions to ask your doctor may include:
Don't hesitate to ask other questions during your appointment.
Your doctor will likely ask you a number of questions, including:
Your doctor or mental health professional will ask additional questions based on your responses, symptoms and needs. Preparing and anticipating questions will help you make the most of your appointment time.

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Enhance Your Invisalign Experience with These 9 Expert Tips from Dr. Lattinelli
Embarking on an Invisalign journey is an exciting step towards achieving a beautifully aligned smile. Dr. Lattinelli, a renowned dentist based in Manhattan, understands the nuances of Invisalign treatment and is here to share expert tips to help you make the most of your experience. In this blog post, we'll offer insights from Dr. Lattinelli's expertise to provide you with valuable advice for maximizing the benefits of Invisalign.
1. Consistent Wear
For Invisalign to work effectively, consistent wear is crucial. Dr. Lattinelli emphasizes the importance of wearing your aligners for the recommended 20-22 hours per day. Only remove them for eating, drinking (except water), and oral hygiene routines.
2. Proper Oral Hygiene
Maintaining excellent oral hygiene is key during Invisalign treatment. Dr. Lattinelli recommends brushing and flossing after every meal before putting your aligners back in. This prevents food particles from getting trapped and reduces the risk of cavities.
3. Carry an Aligner Case
To avoid misplacing or damaging your aligners, always carry a case. Dr. Lattinelli encourages patients to develop a habit of placing their aligners in the case whenever they're not in their mouths, minimizing the chances of accidental loss or breakage.
4. Stay Hydrated
Dr. Lattinelli advises staying hydrated throughout the day, especially when wearing Invisalign. Hydration helps prevent dry mouth and ensures that saliva production remains at optimal levels, promoting better oral health.
5. Use Chewies
Chewies are small, soft devices that help ensure your aligners fit snugly against your teeth. Dr. Lattinelli recommends using chewies regularly, especially when inserting new aligners, to improve their effectiveness.
6. Address Discomfort Promptly
It's normal to experience some discomfort when transitioning to a new set of aligners. Dr. Lattinelli suggests addressing any discomfort promptly by using orthodontic wax or over-the-counter pain relievers as recommended by your dentist.
7. Attend Regular Check-ups
Routine check-ups with Dr. Lattinelli are essential during your Invisalign journey. These appointments allow him to monitor your progress, make any necessary adjustments, and ensure that your treatment is on track.
8. Stay Committed to Your Treatment Plan
Dr. Lattinelli stresses the importance of staying committed to your Invisalign treatment plan. Following the recommended timeline for changing aligners and attending all scheduled appointments is crucial for achieving the best results.
9. Embrace the Invisalign Lifestyle
Invisalign allows for greater flexibility in your daily life compared to traditional braces. Dr. Lattinelli encourages patients to embrace this lifestyle by enjoying the freedom to eat a variety of foods and maintain their usual activities with minimal disruption.
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Hans Eysenck Biography
(British Psychologist Known for His Work on Intelligence and Personality)
Birthday: March 4, 1916 (Pisces)
Born In: Berlin, Germany
Hans Eysenck was a German born prominent psychologist who professionally practiced in Great Britain and is considered one of the foremost figures in postwar British psychology. A brilliant and outspoken individual, he often courted controversies with his arguments that attacked several beliefs, deeply held by the scientific fraternity. He was an extremely vocal critic of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy and believed that psychotherapy offered no effectiveness in the treatment of mental illnesses. He was highly criticized and even threatened when he made public his research on the role of genetics in determining the IQ of human beings. Born into a family of stage and film entertainers, it was believed that the young Hans would follow in his parents’ footsteps. But he did not and instead carved a place for himself as one of the most famous psychologists of the 20th century. He was one of the most frequently cited psychologists and was regarded as a prolific popularizer of psychology. He left Germany in opposition of the Nazi regime and made U.K. his home. He completed his education in London and was mentored by the eminent psychologist Cyril Burt who was known for his research on the heritability of IQ—a work which his protege furthered. Eysenck was also a prolific writer who had more than 75 books and 1600 journal articles to his credit.


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Galbraith's railway mail service maps, Nebraska.
One of eight large-scale pictorial maps of midwestern states showing routes and post offices of the Railway Mail Service. Designed by Chicago railway mail clerk Frank H. Galbraith to help employees of the Railway Mail Service quickly locate counties and post offices. The maps were rented for practicing or prospective workers who numbered over 6,000 and traveled over a million miles a year on the rails sorting mail. A printed title cartouche accompanied by a list of counties for each of the states by McEwen Map Company of Chicago is pasted on the maps. For published maps showing the routes of the mail service see entries 283 and 313.
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LC has another copy in 8 sheets, each 70 x 51 cm.
LC Railroad maps, 252
Description derived from published bibliography.
Available also through the Library of Congress Web site as a raster image.

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CDI Corp. News Release (05/07/14)
CDI Corp. reported revenue of $276.3 million for the first quarter of 2014, up 2.5% from $269.5 million in the first quarter of 2013. Net income totaled $2.0 million, down 20.0% from net income of $2.5 million in the year-ago quarter.
Revenue for professional occupation staffing services totaled $180.1 million in the first quarter of 2014, up 1.7% from $177.1 million in the first quarter of 2013.
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Increasingly, clinicians are being called upon to advise athletes who have recovered from COVID-19 on when it is safe for them to return to play.
Now, they have two reports that offer more insights into the cardiotoxic effects of COVID-19 on the athletic heart.
In the, researchers report a high prevalence of pericardial involvement in college-student athletes who have recovered from COVID-19 and give their practical advice on how to let these athletes return to play safely.
In the, an expert panel of sports cardiologists provides a comprehensive guide to the appropriate imaging of athletes who may have cardiovascular complications from COVID-19.
Both are published in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging.
“We were asked by the editors of JACC to submit this paper, and the impetus for it was the fact that there are so many athletes returning after being infected with COVID-19, we need to try and give guidance to cardiologists as to how best to evaluate these athletes,” Dermot Phelan, MD, PhD, Sanger Heart and Vascular Institute, Atrium Health, Charlotte, N.C., and lead author of the consensus statement, said in an interview.
The consensus statement acknowledges that information about the cardiovascular complications of COVID-19 continues to evolve. Meanwhile, pathologies such as, , and right ventricular dysfunction, in the absence of significant clinical symptoms, in athletes who have been affected by COVID-19 remain of considerable concern.
It also emphasizes the unique challenges the average cardiologist faces in distinguishing between what is normal for an athlete’s heart and what is true pathology after COVID-19 infection; details how different imaging modalities can help in screening, evaluating, and monitoring athletes with suspected cardiovascular complications of COVID-19 infection; and discusses the strengths and limitations of these modalities.
Finally, the consensus statement provides some well-needed guidance on return-to-play decision-making, for both the athlete and the clinician.
Athletic remodeling or covid-19 damage?
Athletes can develop certain cardiovascular characteristics because of their athletic activity, and sometimes, this can cloud the diagnostic picture.
“Is this change due to the effects of COVID-19, or is it just because this is an athlete’s heart? This was an international expert consensus, made up of sports cardiologists from all over the world who have a lot of experience in dealing with athletes,” Dr. Phelan said. “We were trying to relay the important information to the cardiologist who is not used to dealing with athletes on a day-to-day basis, as to what they might expect to find in that athlete, and what is not an expected finding and should be tested further.”
Phelan, a sports cardiologist, is familiar with what is normal for an athlete’s heart and what is pathology.
“We know that athletes, particularly long-term endurance athletes, develop changes in the heart that can affect not only the electrics but the structure of the heart, and sometimes, that overlaps with abnormalities with pathology. This can be a challenge for the nonsports cardiologist to differentiate,” he said.
Phelan and his group have written two other consensus documents on the management of cardiovascular problems that develop in some athletes who have been infected with COVID-19.
The first wasin JAMA Cardiology, and the second, which revised some of the original recommendations made in the first document, was Oct. 26 in JAMA Cardiology.
The first set of recommendations called for imaging studies to be done in all athletes, but the second set states that athletes who recover and are asymptomatic do not need extensive (and expensive) imaging tests.
“These two papers work hand in hand,” Dr. Phelan said. “In May, we had very little experience with COVID, and there was a lot of concern about hospitalized patients having a very high incidence of heart disease. We published those recommendations, but we recognized at the time that we had very little data and that we would reconsider once we had more experience with data.
“This current set of recommendations that we have put forth here are for those athletes who do need to get further testing, so it’s a step beyond,” Dr. Phelan added. “So the second iteration states that young athletes who had mild or no symptoms didn’t need to go through all of that cardiac testing, but others do need it.”
To do widespread cardiovascular imaging for many individuals would be very costly. Realistically, there are not that many centers in the United States that have all the sophisticated equipment required to do such testing, Dr. Phelan noted.
“One of our major points is difficulty obtaining the test, but also the cost; these are very expensive tests. There are limitations. They are useful when used in the correct context,” he said.


The Nvidia GeForce MX110 is an entry-level graphics card for laptops that was launched at the end of 2017. It is a renamed Geforce 920MX and based on the Maxwell GM108 chip with a reduced shader count of 256. According to our sources the TDP of 5-12 Watt and the support for DDR3 and GDDR5 is also specified.
The performance is on par with the GeForce 920MX and depends on the used graphics memory. Therefore, demanding games from 2015 may not run at all fluently or only in lowest settings. Less demanding games, like The Sims 4, should be playable in medium to high settings.
The Nvidia GeForce MX130 is a mid-range laptop graphics card with DirectX 12 support (FL 11_0) based on the older Maxwell architecture. It is a renamed GeForce 940MX and was announced in late 2017. It can be equipped with fast GDDR5 or slower DDR3 graphics memory.
The performance should be identical to the corresponding 940MX version (see our extensive benchmarks) and therefore positioned below the GeForce MX150. Demanding games like Ark Survival Evolved or PUBG may not run fluently even in the lowest detail settings. Less demanding games like Fifa 18 (with a powerful CPU) or Overwatch are also playable in medium settings.
The TDP of the card should be rated at about 15 to 30 Watt (depending on the version, clock speeds and memory). Therefore, the GPU is best suited for laptops from 13-inch and up.
The Nvidia GeForce MX150 is a dedicated entry-level mobile graphics card for laptops based on the GP108 chip with the Pascal architecture. It was announced mid 2017 and is the mobile version of the desktop GeForce GT 1030. It offers the same 384 shader cores and 64 Bit memory bus manufactured in 14 nm. The clock rates and performance however are a bit higher than the desktop GT 1030. Officially it is the successor to the older Maxwell based GeForce 940MX.
Currently there are two variants of the MX150, a "normal" N17S-G1-A1 with 1468 - 1531 MHz and 25 Watt TDP and a power efficient variant named N17S-LG-A1 with 936 - 1037 MHz (-32%) and 10 Watt TDP (-60%) for thin and light laptops.
The GP108 chip is manufactured in a 14 nm FinFET process at Samsung (LPP) and offers a number of new features, including support for DisplayPort 1.4 (ready), HDMI 2.0b, HDR and improved H.265 video de- and encoding (PlayReady 3.0). 4K HDR with Netflix however wont run due to the minimum 3 GB graphics memory that is required. Compared to the bigger Pascal chips, the small GP108 does not support Simultaneous Multi-Projection (SMP) for VR and G-Sync. A full list of improvements and the new Pascal desktop GPUs is available in our dedicated Pascal architecture article.
The performance however is higher than the old GeForce GTX 950M with GDDR5 memory. Still modern and demanding games only run in low settings and resolutions fluently. E.g. Assassin's Creed Origins was only playable in lowest settings and 1280x720 pixels. Less demanding games like Call of Duty WW2 also ran in medium settings and Full HD fluently. See below for more and detailed gaming benchmarks.
The power efficient N17S-LG-A1 ULV variant is clearly slower than the normal one (due to the 32% lower boost clock).
The power consumption (25 Watt TDP of the chip alone) however lies on a level of the old 940MX (23 Watt). The older 950M and the new GTX 1050 are rated much higher with 40 Watt TDP. The GeForce MX150 also uses a small 23 x 23 mm package due to the small chip size.
Average Benchmarks NVIDIA GeForce MX110 → 100%n=31
Average Benchmarks NVIDIA GeForce MX130 → 128%n=31
Average Benchmarks NVIDIA GeForce MX150 → 166%n=31
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The following benchmarks stem from our benchmarks of review laptops. The performance depends on the used graphics memory, clock rate, processor, system settings, drivers, and operating systems. So the results don't have to be representative for all laptops with this GPU. For detailed information on the benchmark results, click on the fps number.


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#55 - Mental Health Treatment in the Time of COVID - 19
I was lucky to join fellow mental health podcasts Capes on the Couch, Popcorn Psychology, Freudian Sips, and Guardians MH for a wide ranging discussion about the state of mental health treatment in the time of quarantine and COVID-19. The discussion is split halfway into two areas, treatment issues and coping strategies. Enjoy!
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The move to raise the ‘for sale’ sign was the culmination of many years of hard work by the team in realising the value in its projects, chairman Christian Schaffalitzky said in a statement.
Financial results, released after market close on September 30, confirmed a US$1.09mln loss and it ended the half with US$50,895 of cash. In August, it raised US$10mln through an institutional share placing.
Schaffalitzky highlighted that the company’s finances are now considerably stronger than at any point in the past decade, as it advances the sales process.
“With the final approval of the Flanks license surrounding Monchetundra, the Company has been successful in establishing a dominant position and a first mover advantage in Kola PGM, which, coincident with developments in the PGM market, has spurred interest in the company,” he said.
“The board and executive team have now been restructured to fully focus on the sale process.
“Meanwhile our mine at West Kytlim is now owner operated. Running the mine ourselves has created synergies and efficiencies particularly in the project's geological and concentrate upgrade functions.”
He added: “West Kytlim is now a sustainable and long-term low cost PGM resource in the Urals, where again we have established a dominant stance.”
“Shareholders should recognise that the process Eurasia is in now implies that the company is very limited in what it can discuss in the public domain. Nevertheless, we look forward to updating our many long-term supporters and new members.”


Police petition to film arrests
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Poland's police force has submitted proposals to the ministry of the interior calling for officers to be allowed to wear fitted cameras to film arrests.
“We would very much like this to be made possible, and it appears that we are gaining more and more support,” said national police chief Marek Dzialoszynski on Wednesday.
Dzialoszynski noted that complaints in which police officers are accused of exceeding their powers while detaining suspects could be settled more easily if cameras were introduced.
He added that arrests often take place when there are no witnesses, and that sometimes officers try to film encounters themselves with their own mobile phones “for their own security.
“Police officers have come to the conclusion that if they can be and indeed are permanently recorded by citizens, then they should have their own independent equipment at their disposal.”
The police chief has said that one option is that miniature cameras could be sown into officers' uniforms.
“Naturally there are many different technical options, depending on how much money is available.” (nh)


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ME Association submission to the DSM-5
Friday 17 June 2011
The ME Association has submitted the following comments to the consultation on the proposed, new American Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, otherwise known as the “DSM-5”. Our contribution was officially acknowledged on Sunday (June 12) at 10.52am.
The ME Association is a UK based medical charity that provides information and support for people with ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome).
The concerns we express below refer to the proposal to create a new and wide-ranging psychiatric category – Complex Somatic Symptom Disorder (CSSD) – in the next edition of the American Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (ie DSM V) and the widespread belief that people with ME and CFS may become included in this new medical terminology.
ME is recognised by the World Health Organisation (in section G93:3 of ICD 10) and by the UK Department of Health as a complex neurological disorder – a fact that is now supported by numerous published research studies.
CFS, which includes a wider group of clinical presentations, is indexed to the WHO neurological classification.
It is not therefore appropriate to use the proposed terminology of CSSD – either by intention or mistake – to describe or classify people with ME or CFS as having somatic presentations of mental health disorders in any other system of disease classification or explanation such as the DSM.
This proposal itself has a number of major flaws, including:
Psychological Medicine already attracts a lot of negative criticism and this proposal will only make matters worse.
The APA therefore needs to reflect on its full responsibilities when reviewing a subject area as complex and uncertain as this.
We therefore suggest that you drop CSSD and instead refer to ‘chronic distress that may be related to psychological or physical events or a combination’. This is a term that should lead to empathetic, focused management.
The above originally appeared here.
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SKAMANIA presents THE PIONEERS
Saturday, June 9, 2012 at 8:00 PM - Sunday, June 10, 2012 at 2:00 AM (PDT)
Los Angeles, CA
Junior Francis & bIgTiNgs Global presents SkAmania
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Saturday June 9th@ CLUB LOS GLOBOS / RubADub Lounge
3040 W. Sunset Blvd - Silverlake
The Delirians, Penny Reel, The Bashments
SKAmanaia brings back their highly successful and antiscipated SKA music series to Los Globos with The Pioneers, one of the Pioneers of Reggae Music.
Over 600 enthusiastic music love was present at SKAmania's last event featuring the The Lengendary SKATALITES.
The Pioneers formed in the mid 60’s in Kingston, Jamaica, they were one of the first groups to have international hits in the new music genre called Reggae which followed Ska and Rock Steady. They were able to penetrate the European market with one of their many renderings of race horse songs called “Long Shot Kick de Bucket”. They followed up with a Jimmy Cliff penned song called “Let Your Yeah Be Yeah” which was a smash hit in Europe and Give and Take also by Jimmy Cliff.
This stalwart reggae group has had many successful tours around the world including Europe, Asia, North and South America and the Caribbean. Their works were covered by other international acts such as the Specials (Long Shot), Madness (Starvation), the Selector (Time Hard), the Beat (Jackpot), and UB 40 (Starvation). Recently (Summer 2005), the Pioneers performed at the Maranhao Roots Reggae Festival in San Luis, Brazil before 15,000 fans along with Tribe de Jah.
Despite the fact that they have been pleasing fans for the past four decades, the group members, Sydney, George and Jackie remain young and vibrant and still look forward to a long and lustrous career run.
This will be anther great events brought to by Junor Francis and bigtings global.

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Construction is set to begin on a new substation to power the Sewerage and Water Board’s drainage and water operations.
The West Power Complex will be a dedicated power source and replace SW&B’s longtime reliance on turbines. It will draw power directly from Entergy New Orleans’ grid and eventually include modern backup power generators, a news release from the city said.
The complex will be built in two phases, according to the city. The first will allow the basic use of the power grid and one backup turbine. Funding has been identified for all of its $225 million price tag, the release said.
The second phase will cost an additional $50 million and include a full build-out with a new operations center and final system configuration, a news release said. Funding for this phase has not been secured.
Construction is expected to begin next year and be completed in late 2024. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled Monday at the Carrollton Water Treatment Plant at 8800 S. Claiborne Ave.


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Underneath the impressive market rally is a trend that doesn't seem quite right, according to J.P. Morgan.Marketsread more
Tesla is working on new battery cell designs, and a way to make their own cells, with R&D teams in a lab near its car plant in Fremont, California.Technologyread more
The Federal Reserve and the market are miles apart on interest rate expectations, and the disparity could cost the stock market a 7%-10% drop, economists say.Economyread more
Something unusual is happening in financial markets and it could mean more gains lie ahead for stocks, if history is any indication.Marketsread more
JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon says student lending "is a disgrace and it's hurting America."Economyread more
Online home goods retailer Wayfair sold roughly 1,600 mattresses and 100 bunk beds to Baptist Child and Family Services, a nonprofit that works as a federal contractor...Retailread more
The Senate will try to reconcile its emergency border aid plan with one passed by Nancy Pelosi and House Democrats.Politicsread more
During the foreclosure crisis, investors transformed the single-family home rental market into a formally managed asset class. Now they want new homes.Real Estateread more
Bitcoin topped the $13,000 level Wednesday, rallying to its highest price since January 2018.Bitcoinread more
Lenders including J.P. Morgan Chase and Bank of America are widely expected to increase dividends this week.Financeread more
The president raised $6 million alone at a fundraiser he attended at the Trump International Hotel on Tuesday in Washington.Politicsread more
Home prices continue to rise at a fast clip, faster than incomes and faster than new employment, but it is still cheaper to own a home than to rent. So why are home sales falling? Because there are crazy few affordable homes for sale.
The supply of listings in April fell 9 percent compared with a year ago, and, in turn, the number of days it took to sell the average home dropped to just 29, the lowest since the National Association of Realtors began tracking that in 2011. There was a big increase in the number of listings that came on the market this spring, but they were swept up so quickly that supplies were still lower.
"One thing we added this month to our Realtors confidence index is analyzing data on realtors' comments," said Danielle Hale, managing director of housing research at NAR. "The two biggest phrases in the comments this month were 'low inventory' and 'multiple offers.'"
Unfortunately for buyers, the cheapest segment of the market is where supplies are lowest. Sales of homes priced below $100,000 fell 17 percent in April compared with 2016, and in the under-$250,000
So when you combine that with new numbers claiming that it is cheaper to buy than rent in all of the nation's 100 biggest metro markets, which came in a new report from Trulia, you have to remember that the equation only matters if you can find an affordable home. For certain markets, the math works better because the bulk of homes are cheaper. In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for example, it is more than 50 percent cheaper to buy than rent (based on a 20 percent down payment and a 30-year fixed mortgage), but in San Jose, California, it is only 3.5 percent cheaper.
"In some places, for some households, the decision to rent or buy a home may be too close to call," according to the Trulia report.
If it's a close call, then other factors like flexibility and low risk tend to tip the balance toward renting. If rents continue to ease further, and homebuilders don't ramp up production, home prices will continue to burn, and the decision not to buy will get easier.
Watch: Real estate mogul on why you should buy, not rent

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It is no secret in the real estate industry that in a slow housing market, neighborhoods with strong school systems tend to maintain their home values better than the market overall. With that fact in mind, home owners and real estate agents alike should be aware of the results of the 2010 Accountability Ratings for Texas Public Schools and Districts.
The Humble Independent School Board reported the state’s 2010 results at its August board of trustees meeting. The District received a “recognized” rating and had 17 campuses earn “exemplary” status.
Just this week, Kingwood High School sent out a letter to parents with the school’s individual State of Texas 2009-10 School Report Card. “This is a report required by the Texas Legislature and prepared by the Texas Education Agency. It is to be sent to the parent or guardian of every child enrolled in the public schools,” said Melissa Hayhurst, KHS principal.
The state’s report card can be found for any school district or individual public school in Texas by using the Academic Excellence Indicator System found on the following website: http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/perfreport/aeis/2010/index.html
The report card gives detailed information concerning students’ performance as well as information concerning expenditures, average class size and student-teacher ratios.
With this report, the state of Texas makes it easy for home buyers to factor in school quality when looking at home prices. Spend some time looking at the performance of your neighborhood schools. Your home value may depend on it.


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The kitchen is yours, and you must speak freely about your ideas, wants, and demands. Share your ideas with the remodeler on a regular basis to ensure that you get exactly what you want. The colour scheme you want, the flooring you want, and the amenities you want must all be specified to the designer. A reputable kitchen renovation designer understands how a kitchen works and will provide unique ideas while keeping your preferences and budget in mind.

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Marbella, located on the southern coast of Spain, is a popular tourist destination renowned for its stunning beaches, clear waters, and vibrant nightlife. One of the best ways to explore the beauty of this region is by renting a jet ski and gliding along the stunning coastline. Jet ski rentals are available from various locations along the beach and provide all necessary equipment, including life jackets and safety instructions.
Jet ski tours take visitors on an exciting and unforgettable ride along the coastline, allowing them to admire the stunning views of the beaches and the famous Puerto Banús marina. Whether you're an experienced rider or a beginner, the experience is open to all and offers a unique perspective of the region. The powerful engines and sleek designs of the jet skis provide a thrilling experience as you race across the waves, feeling the wind in your face and the sun on your skin.
Visitors to Marbella can enjoy the convenience of renting a jet ski for a few hours or a full day. Jet ski rentals typically include insurance, fuel, and an experienced guide to lead the way. This makes it an ideal activity for families, couples, and solo travelers who want to escape the crowds and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region. It's important to note that all jet ski riders must follow strict safety guidelines and rules, including wearing a life jacket at all times and respecting the rules of the sea. This ensures that everyone has a fun and safe day out on the water.
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JERSEYVILLE, Ill. – The Illinois State Police has launched a death investigation after deputies returned fire at a home where someone was held hostage for hours at a Jerseyville home.
The Illinois State Police (ISP) says Saturday afternoon a stranger entered a home in the 18000 block of Route 67 in Jerseyville and held a person in the home hostage for several hours.
ISP says the person was able to escape and called for help. The Jersey County Sheriff Department responded and someone in the home fired shots at deputies who returned fire.
Members of the Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System responded and entered the home. They found a body it’s not clear at this time if the person was hit by gunfire from the officers.
An investigation is still underway. The name of the deceased person has not been released.


Pre-Easter police warnings appeared to have had little affect on more than 150 drivers caught speeding on Melton and Moorabool roads during the long weekend.
Police nabbed 47 speeding drivers in Melton and 89 in Moorabool during Operation Nexus, which ran from March 29 to April 2.
Two drivers were nabbed drink-driving, eight while drug-affected, 33 driving unregistered vehicles, 17 had no licence, 13 weren’t wearing seatbelts and four were driving while disqualified or suspended from driving.
Motorists were warned before the Easter long weekend that police would be out in force and would be targeting drivers who were speeding, distracted or drug- or alcohol-impaired.
Road policing assistant commissioner Doug Fryer said it was disappointing that motorists were choosing to do the wrong thing when behind the wheel, risking their own lives and those of others.
“With a strong police presence out on the roads over the long weekend, our police officers detected over 9570 traffic offences,” he said.
Police said that across Victoria, 327 drink-drivers had been detected and 230 drug-driving offences discovered.


Provectus Accused of Disclosure and Accounting Controls Violations Related to Executive Perks
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed civil charges against the biopharmaceutical company Provectus. According to the regulator, the Tennessee-based company committed violations related to disclosures and accounting controls. Among the alleged failures was that Provectus did not properly report that its then-CFO and former CEO made millions of dollars in perks as compensation.
The SEC contends that Provectus did not have “sufficient controls” in place regarding the reporting and disclosure of entertainment and travel expenses of executives. Ex-CEO Dr. H. Craig Dees is accused of using fabricated, limited or “non-existent expense documentation” for millions of dollars of benefits of which investors were not informed. Then-CFO Peter R. Culpepper is accused of receiving more than $199K in undisclosed and unauthorized benefits and perks.
The Commission has filed a separate securities fraud case against Dees. Not only did he allegedly get $3.2M in reimbursements and cash for business travel that he didn’t go on, but also, he is accused of hiding these perks, which personal expenses, including restaurant tips and cosmetic surgery for women friends.


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With regards to the letter “Love the Unvaccinated,” people do not have the right to “reject medical treatment free of coercion’ when their rejection causes harm to others in the form of death and/or sickness.
To correct the misinformation given in this letter, people infected previously with the virus do not normally develop natural immunity.
They can become reinfected and pass on the virus.
The science shows that the omicron variant can evade the immune protection conferred by vaccines or a previous infection, according to a December article in Science News.
Scientific research shows that natural immunity to the omicron virus has no durable protective qualities, in direct contradiction to what is stated by the author.
Omicron is infecting those who have been vaccinated, but they are rarely hospitalized and usually have a much less severe reaction.
The unvaccinated are once again filling our hospitals and taxing our health care workers, our economic well-being, and the schooling of our children.
They die at a much higher rate than vaccinated people.
We have had divisive speech from many who definitely do not love their neighbors. This works both ways.
Loving your neighbor means doing no harm, to anyone.


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