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Originally published on 7/10/21, updated on 8/16/22
- Cumberland Caverns
- Leader Bank Pavilion
- Ruoff Music Center
- Bethel Woods Center
- Huntington Bank Pavilion
- Mandalay Bay Beach
- Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
- Hearst Greek Theatre
- Merriweather Post Pavilion
- The Pavilion at Ravinia
- Ascend Amphitheater
- KettleHouse Amphitheater
- Starlight Theatre
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Jones Beach Theater
- Blossom Music Center
- Greek Theatre
- Alpine Valley Music Theatre
- Dillon Amphitheater
- Crosby Theatre
- Hollywood Bowl
- Gorge Amphitheatre
- Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Road Trip to the Best Outdoor Concert Venues
Summer music season is almost here, and you know what that means: outdoor concerts! Two of our favorite words individually, and when combined, the whole is even better than the sum of its parts.
Where are you thinking of seeing shows this summer? Thinking of packing your bags and touring with your favorite bands? If you get a chance, make sure to check out the many stellar locations on this list. You’ll be glad you did.
25. Cumberland Caverns – McMinnville, TN
Photo: Michael Weintrob
Why Cumberland Caverns is One of America’s Top Outdoor Venues
This venue got the bottom spot on the list because we weren’t sure if it’s technically indoors or outdoors, NOT because it isn’t mind-blowingly awesome. Located between Nashville and Chattanooga, the Caverns have been hosting concerts for over 60 years on a stalactite-surrounded stage 333 feet below the surface. It fits up to 1,000 of the concertgoers who were lucky enough to get tickets to its legendary shows. In the heart of Tennessee, the Caverns hosts mostly country and bluegrass groups, with the occasional performance from curious rock, EDM, and jam bands.
On the 2022 Schedule: Jefferson Starship, Matt Maher, 10,000 Maniacs, Tab Benoit, Reckless Kelly, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Gaelic Storm
24. Leader Bank Pavilion – Boston, MA
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Why Leader Bank Pavilion is One of Top Outdoor Venues in the US
If you’ve driven around the Seaport District in South Boston, we’re sure you’ve noticed this large white tent and wondered what it was. We’re pleased to inform you that it is a fantastic outdoor music venue, with a bustling summer schedule for you to enjoy. Opened in 1994, the 5,200-capacity venue is located near the heart of the city, making its diverse-genre shows super convenient to get to.
23. Ruoff Music Center – Noblesville, IN
Why Ruoff Music Center is One of Top Outdoor Venues in the US
Formerly known as Deer Creek Music Center, Verizon Wireless Music Center, and then Klipsch Music Center, it seems fair to say that this amphitheater is, and always will be, a music center. Located in central Indiana, a short drive outside of Indianapolis, Ruoff Music Center opened its doors in 1989. Its pavilion and giant lawn can fit over 24,000 concertgoers, making it the largest outdoor venue in the Indianapolis area. Over the years, Deer Creek (or whatever it’s called) has been a favorite place to play for the Grateful Dead and Phish, and it’s still frequented by popular bands every year.
22. Bethel Woods Center For The Arts – Bethel, NY
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Why Bethel Woods is One of the Top Outdoor Venues in the US
We’re sure you’ve heard of the first music festival that was played at Bethel Woods in mid-August 1969. Bethel Woods Center For The Arts is located on the exact grounds of the legendary Woodstock Music Festival, which brought together acts like Jimi Hendrix, Santana, and the Grateful Dead, plus an estimated 400,000 music fans and an extraordinarily unprepared crew. Today, the venue is much more prepared to handle and host live music events with its beautiful pavilion and lawn, though its capacity is closer to 15,000 guests, and tickets aren’t usually free anymore. Be sure to check out the Woodstock Museum when you visit!
21. Canandaigua Music Arts Center – Canandaigua, NY
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Why CMAC is One of Top Outdoor Venues in the US
One of the many gems of Upstate New York, the Canandaigua Music Arts Center (also known as “CMAC”) is located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of the state near Syracuse and Rochester. CMAC was opened in 1983 and its arched, shell-shaped pavilion was rebuilt and expanded in 2005. Today, between the gorgeous pavilion and the relaxed lawn, over 15,000 fans pack the center for its concert, theater, and orchestra productions. It’s a popular destination for jam bands passing through the area in addition to local stars, country groups, and plenty more!
On the 2022 Schedule: The Lumineers, Ringo Starr & His All Star Band, Kenny Chesney, Fitz and The Tantrums, Jason Isbell, The Black Crowes, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Keith Urban, Luke Bryan, Chris Stapleton
20. Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island – Chicago, IL
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Why Huntington Bank Pavilion is One of Top Outdoor Venues in the US
Jutting out on a peninsula into Lake Michigan, this venue is a classic Midwest stop for all the biggest acts around. The pavilion first opened in 2005 with a capacity of just 8,000, but in 2013 it was expanded and reopened with a staggeringly huge capacity of over 30,000. It sits next to the heart of Chicago, with a spectacular view of the skyline from anywhere in the venue. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the good life at some of their incredible shows this season.
19. Mandalay Bay Beach – Las Vegas, NV
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Why Mandalay Bay Beach is One of the Top Outdoor Venues in the US
Keeping Vegas’ endless parties alive in style, Mandalay Bay Beach is the city’s largest outdoor music venue, fitting around 12,000 guests. What makes it ultra-cool is the fact that you can enjoy the venue’s reggae, EDM, and ska shows from its massive wave pool to create the ultimate summer pool party.
On the 2022 Schedule: Chacal, Jacob Forever, Héctor Acosta, Elvis Crespo, Jerry Rivera, Victor Manuelle, Ivy Queen and Angel Y Khriz, De La Ghetto, Darell
18. Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena – Stateline, NV
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Why Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena is One of Top Outdoor Venues in the US
Overlooking Lake Tahoe from its southeast corner, with an incredible view of mountain peaks above the lake’s iconic blue water, the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena (formerly known as Harveys Outdoor Amphitheater) is one of the U.S.’s top destinations for outdoor summer concerts. Besides the fantastic views and music, you’ll catch a bewildering orange sunset over the lake and the mountains behind the stage. Harveys Casino started hosting concerts in 1992, and the amphitheater was later moved to its current spot, where it holds around 9,000 concertgoers. Just a few hours east of Sacramento and the Bay Area, it’s the perfect excuse to spend a weekend at Lake Tahoe, in case you needed one.
On the 2022 Schedule: Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Dierks Bentley, Train, Eric Church, Dave Matthews Band, Keith Urban, Jack Johnson, Alabama, Jackson Browne
17. Hearst Greek Theatre – Berkeley, CA
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Why Hearst Greek Theatre is One of the Top Venues in the US
The Greek Theatre, located on UC Berkeley’s campus and the site of the university’s graduation ceremony, is a destination venue for countless bands. Enjoy the classic Greek column architecture and the rocking music of your favorite artists alongside a spectacular view of the Bay. Opened in 1903 for a student theatre production, the Greek Theatre still hosts both theatre and concerts today. The 8,500-capacity venue pulls in some fantastic talent and is a top outdoor music venue.
On the 2022 Schedule: Beach House, HAIM, Russ, Rex Orange County, Fleet Foxes, Khruangbin, Slightly Stoopid, Rebelution, The Head and the Heart, Leon Bridges
16. Merriweather Post Pavilion – Columbia, MD
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Why Merriweather Post Pavilion is One of the Top Outdoor Venues
Located in the heart of the aptly named Symphony Woods, Merriweather Post Pavilion (lovingly called “MPP” by fans) was originally built for the National Symphony Orchestra and designed by famed weirdo architect Frank Gehry. It opened in 1967, with some minor updates and redesign since then, like the addition of solar panels to its huge wooden roof. It’s hosted legendary acts including Led Zeppelin, The Who, and Jimi Hendrix, and the 20,000-capacity venue continues to host an action-packed schedule each year.
15. The Pavilion at Ravinia Festival – Highland Park, IL
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Why Ravinia is One of the Top Outdoor Venues in the US
Opening in 1904 and home to the oldest outdoor music festival in the U.S., Ravinia is located in a secluded forest just north of busy Chicago. Its peaceful park grounds are the perfect place for a fun day with the family, followed by a calming concert in the evening. Ravinia is the home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, with daily performances throughout their festival all summer long. The pavilion holds a little over 3,300 guests in an intimate setting, whether it’s for a jazz, classical, rock, or pop show.
On the 2022 Schedule: Chief Conductor Marin Alsop with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Esperanza Spalding, Trombone Shorty.
14. Saratoga Performing Arts Center – Saratoga Springs, NY
Why SPAC is One of the Top Outdoor Venues in the US
Since its opening in 1966, the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (also known as “SPAC”) has hosted countless musical, theatre, and dance acts. It’s home to the New York City Ballet and the Philadelphia Orchestra, and it’s a favorite stop for huge bands — particularly, jam bands — on their tours. SPAC is located in the middle of a 2,400-acre nature park and preserve, with geysers and springs within a short hike from the 25,000-capacity venue. The pavilion has a unique mezzanine level above the pit, not to mention a great view from anywhere on the enormous lawn. It’s the perfect place to spread out your picnic blanket and enjoy a show after a beautiful hike this summer.
Location: 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Event Calendar: via SPAC
Tickets: via SPAC
13. Ascend Amphitheater – Nashville, TN
Why Ascend Amphitheater is One of Top Outdoor Venues in the US
In the heart of downtown Nashville along the banks of the Cumberland River, Ascend Amphitheater is one of the coolest urban outdoor music venues. Concert attendees are treated to a fantastic view of the Nashville skyline, the starry night sky, and an epic show all at once. The facade on the stage looks like a mix of retro 1920s art deco architecture and futuristic 1980s space-age functionalism, but don’t be fooled — Ascend opened for the first time in 2015. With an intimate capacity around 7,000, there isn’t a bad place to sit in the whole amphitheater. But if you really want an ascendant experience, try to get one of the 100 spots in the VIP boxes, rising above the crowd for a spectacular view of the city and show.
On the 2022 Schedule: Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Dierks Bentley, Train, Eric Church, Dave Matthews Band, Keith Urban, Jack Johnson, Alabama, Jackson Browne
12. KettleHouse Amphitheater – Bonner, MT
Why KettleHouse Amphitheater is One of the Top Outdoor Venues
There are few places in Montana that aren’t breathtakingly beautiful, and the KettleHouse Amphitheater is no exception. Located just outside Missoula on the banks of the Blackfoot River, the amphitheater became an instant hit after its opening in summer 2017. It comfortably fits 4,000 concertgoers to appreciate the spectacular canyon view and how-could-an-artist-this-huge-play-a-venue-this-small? live acts simultaneously. Just so you know: yes, you can fly to Missoula, and the amphitheater is just a short 15-minute drive from the airport. See you there!
On the 2022 Schedule: Bastille, Third Eye Blind, Trombone Shorty, Slightly Stoopid, Khruangbin, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, The Decemberists, Little Feat, The Head and the Heart, The Black Crowes
11. Starlight Theatre – Kansas City, MO
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Why Starlight Theatre is One of the Top Music Venues
One of the few (and one of the largest) self-producing theatres, the Starlight Theatre has a rich history dating back nearly 100 years. Romania’s Queen Marie visited Kansas City in the 1920s, inspiring the city to build an outdoor performance venue. Construction finally began in 1949 and the theatre opened in 1950. Since then, it’s hosted a combination of Broadway musicals and concerts on the stage beneath its iconic castle-like facade. It’s become a mainstay and landmark of Kansas City, and continues to host shows for audiences up to its 8,000 capacity each summer.
10. Shoreline Amphitheatre – Mountain View, CA
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Why Shoreline Amphitheatre is One of the Top Outdoor Music Venues
Everyone thought Bill Graham, the iconic San Francisco promoter, was crazy when he built the futuristic-looking Shoreline Amphitheatre in 1986. Not only was the giant fiberglass tent unprecedented (and nobody knew what it would sound like), but Shoreline was built on the site of a massive landfill in the heart of Silicon Valley! When viewed from above, Shoreline is actually the shape of the Grateful Dead’s “stealie” logo, and after a few performances there, the Dead had figured out how to make it sound wonderful and pack its 22,000 capacity. Floods of fans still fill its giant lawn for huge shows today.
9. Jones Beach Theater – Wantagh, NY
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Why Jones Beach Theater is one of the Top Outdoor Music Venues
On the shores of Long Island overlooking Zachs Bay, the Jones Beach Theater is a fan-favorite outdoor venue for summer shows. The stage itself juts out into the bay, making it look as though performers are walking on water throughout the night. Opened in 1952 as a venue for musicals, this perfect location was later used for concerts and expanded to fit 15,000 fans. It suffered from severe flooding and structural damage during Hurricane Sandy in 2012, leading to a $20 million renovation, but it was a triumphant moment when concerts resumed for an exciting summer season in 2013. It will take more than a hurricane to wash away Jones Beach Theater.
8. Blossom Music Center – Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Located between Cleveland and Akron, Blossom Music Center is one of the most beloved outdoor music pavilions in the U.S. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of National Parks Service land, the venue proudly points its odd-looking, pyramid-shaped dome skywards while music legends rock out in its hidden forest enclave. Opened in 1968, it’s the home of the Cleveland Orchestra and is frequented by up to 23,000 music-lovers for each show.
Location: 1145 W Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
Event Calendar & Tickets: via Live Nation
7. Greek Theatre – Los Angeles, CA
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Why the Greek Theatre (LA) is One of the Top Outdoor Venues
Not to be confused with Berkeley’s Greek Theatre, “The Greek” in L.A. is another spectacular California outdoor venue. L.A.’s Greek Theatre is situated in Griffith Park; a quiet respite near the center of the sprawling metropolis. Enjoy the park’s dozens of acres, including hiking trails, golfing, and picnic grounds. And while you’re wandering around, you may come to the clearing and discover the theatre — you’d never even know that you’re in the heart of America’s second-largest city. Built in 1929 and seating nearly 6,000 guests, the Greek Theatre is a must-see, classic outdoor venue.
6. Alpine Valley Music Theatre – East Troy, WI
Photo: Brett Bergen Photography
Why Alpine Valley is One of the Best Outdoor Music Venues
Nearly equidistant from Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, and Rockford, Alpine Valley is the second largest amphitheater in the U.S., with a staggering capacity of around 37,000 attendees. Over the years, Alpine Valley has been a favorite venue for huge bands, especially jam bands including the Grateful Dead and Phish, who essentially put it on the map. It has also hosted other legendary acts including Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, and Aerosmith. Over the years, it has opened and closed for shows a few times, and the famed venue still hosts the hottest bands around.
5. Dillon Amphitheater – Dillon, CO
Why Dillon Amphitheater is one of the Top Venues
Like the KettleHouse Amphitheater, the Dillon Amphitheater is a relatively recent and remote build. Reopened after expanding and renovating in 2018, there are few venues more beautiful. The 3,600-capacity pavilion and lawn are located on the shore of Lake Dillon in the heart of Summit County, Colorado, about an hour and a half west of Denver. While you sit back and enjoy some of the biggest acts around, you’re surrounded by a spectacular 360-degree view of the Rocky Mountains, with peaks still covered in snow even in July and August. Bear in mind that if you travel from sea-level, your drinks will be twice as effective — just one perk of seeing shows in Colorado. Either way, make sure you stay hydrated, kick back and relax Colorado-style (whatever that means to you — we don’t judge), and enjoy the show.
On the 2022 Schedule: Umphrey’s McGee, Goose, My Morning Jacket, Greensky Bluegrass
4. Crosby Theatre – Santa Fe, NM
Why Crosby Theatre is One of the Top Outdoor Venues
Nestled in the Jemez and Sangre De Cristo Mountains just outside Santa Fe, the art capital of the Southwest, the Crosby Theatre boasts a spectacular view and stunning architecture. The audience seating rises like a wave to capture the sounds of the stage under its magnificent curved roof. A small, 2,000-capacity intimate venue, the Crosby has been home to the Santa Fe Opera since its opening in 1957. They don’t host many other genres, but if you’re an opera fan, there’s no better place to see your favorite plays.
On the 2022 Schedule: Carmen, The Barber of Seville, Falstaff, Tristan und Isolde, M. Butterfly
3. Hollywood Bowl – Los Angeles, CA
Why Hollywood Bowl is One of the Top Outdoor Music Venues
No venue can match the sparkly, firework flamboyance of the Hollywood Bowl. It’s the country’s largest natural outdoor amphitheater, and since opening in the 1920s, it has become one of the most iconic outdoor venues in the U.S. Different shell designs surround the stage, providing fine-tuned acoustics and a colorful aesthetic when viewed from the expansive 18,000-capacity lawn. The venue exploded with fame when The Beatles performed there in the 1960s, and it has also showcased Fred Astaire, Tina Turner, and Aretha Franklin. Today, the Hollywood Bowl is still one of the most coveted stages for acts from around the world, and it’s also a home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Be sure to check out the free Hollywood Bowl Museum during the day when you go visit.
2. Gorge Amphitheatre – George, WA
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Why the Gorge is One of the Top Outdoor Music Venues
Sometimes it’s a good thing when a venue is in the middle-of-nowhere. The Gorge is certainly remote, but it’s situated in such a giant panorama that you’ll never hear anyone complaining about the drive. Instead, it’s the ultimate outdoor-concert pilgrimage destination, complete with a campground alongside the over 20,000-capacity amphitheater. Located on the brink of a — you guessed it — giant gorge, with the Columbia River flowing underneath and the Cascade Mountains majestically sitting on the horizon, countless bands have described their visits to the Gorge as being intensely spiritual. One visit to the Gorge will change your life, and you’ll want to make the trek again forever.
1. Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Morrison, CO
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Why Red Rocks is the Top Outdoor Music Venue in the US
Story has it that indigenous tribes used the perfect natural amphitheater of Red Rocks for moonlit rituals for thousands of years. Can you blame them? Then, in the early 1900s, promoters came along and decided to formally incorporate the land into a music venue, building a stage and 10,000-capacity arena seating between the two enormous 300+ foot tall, red sandstone rocks. It opened for shows in 1941 and exploded during the 60s and 70s, beginning with the publicity brought by The Beatles’ performances. Ever since, Red Rocks has been flooded with season after season of concerts from the best bands in the world.
Locals refer to it as a “cathedral of music,” and there is a magic in the air at Red Rocks that simply can’t be found at any other venue. As the sun sets, concertgoers are treated to a breathtaking view of Denver and the surrounding plains, located on the horizon just above the stage. Everyone who’s anyone plays, or has played, at Red Rocks, and until erosion washes it away, it will forever be the greatest outdoor music venue in the U.S. And here’s a fun fact: after headlining a show at Red Rocks, performers are given a small piece of the rock to keep as a souvenir to remind them of (what I assume is) one of the most incredible nights of their entire lives.
You can visit Red Rocks during the day and hike around its many trails, circling around martian-looking red rock formations. You also can visit the free museum, which is sort of like a mini Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, listing all the performers who have graced the sandstone stage.
If you only visit one venue on this list, it’s got to be Red Rocks. Stare up at the legendary rock pillars and absorb the moment to make unique concert memories and solidify the peak of your outdoor music venue pilgrimage.
On the 2022 Schedule: Wiz Khalifa, Tech N9ne, Russ, Gary Clark Jr, Lord Huron, Andrew Bird, Third Eye Blind, Kraftwerk, The Black Keys, Goo Goo Dolls, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Train, My Morning Jacket, Nine Inch Nails, The Head and the Heart
What are Your Top Outdoor Venues in the US?
Now that you’ve explored the venues, it’s time to get out there and go see some music! What concerts are you looking forward to this summer? Did we miss any ‘secret’ venues that you love and expect to become popular over the next few years? Leave a comment below!

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Can you schedule gallbladder surgery?
Can you schedule gallbladder surgery?
A new Mayo Clinic study found that 1 in 5 patients who went to the emergency room with gallbladder pain and were sent home to schedule surgery returned to the ER within 30 days needing emergency gallbladder removal. The surgical complication rate rises with the time lag before surgery, the researchers say.
How long can you delay gallbladder surgery?
Doctors may typically hold off on operating until gallbladder inflammation has gone down and antibiotics have started working on an infection. But the study found that waiting more than 72 hours for surgery led to a higher rate of complications and longer hospital stays.
How should you sleep with gallbladder?
Post-surgery Suggestions For Your Sleeping Environment
- Set a comfortable temperature.
- Make sure your mattress is comfortable.
- Have at least two comfortable pillows.
- Adjustable bed frames can be very useful for finding the right position.
- Sleep on your back or side rather than your stomach.
How do you know if your gallbladder needs to be removed?
Some symptoms that may indicate the need for gallbladder removal include: sharp pain in the right upper portion of your abdomen that can radiate to the middle of your abdomen, right shoulder, or back. fever. nausea….Why open gallbladder removal is done
- further pain.
Do you lose weight after gallbladder removal?
After having your gallbladder removed, it’s quite possible that you’ll experience some weight loss. This may be due to the following: Eliminating fatty foods. After surgery, you may have some trouble digesting fatty foods until your body adjusts.
Are hard boiled eggs good for gallbladder?
Cholesterol-rich foods to avoid or eat sparingly include egg yolks, shrimp and liver. Fibre in the diet helps guard against gallstones by binding to food cholesterol and bile in the gut, causing their removal from the body.
Can I eat scrambled eggs if I have gallstones?
Choose low-fat dairy products. Some meat, fish, eggs and alternatives such as beans and pulses. Limited amounts of foods high in fats and sugars. Limit saturated fat that is found in animal products, such as butter, ghee, cheese, meat, cakes, biscuits and pastries.
Can I postpone gallbladder surgery?
However, delaying necessary gallbladder removal surgery by more than 6 days makes it more likely that surgical complications could develop. It also increases the chances that you will have to undergo open-abdomen surgery instead of a much less invasive Laparoscopic operation.
How many gallbladder attacks can you have before surgery?
It usually only takes one bad gallbladder attack before people decide to have their gallbladder removed.
Do I have to have surgery if I have gallstones?
Most people with gallstones have no symptoms and don’t need treatment. Those who do have symptoms often have surgery to remove the gallbladder. In people who do have symptoms, the most common one is pain in the upper right area of your belly.
Is oatmeal good for gallbladder?
All of the following are healthy foods for your gallbladder, as well as the rest of your body: Fresh fruits and vegetables. Whole grains (whole-wheat bread, brown rice, oats, bran cereal) Lean meat, poultry, and fish.
How long does it take to schedule gallbladder surgery?
How long does it take to schedule gallbladder surgery? Posted 3 years ago, 4 users are following. Hi, I live in the US but am moving to Scotland in 6 weeks. I just found out I need gallbladder surgery.
How often do you go to the ER for gallbladder surgery?
Of those, 1,625 were admitted for emergency gallbladder surgery, and 1,513 were allowed to go home and schedule surgery at a later date. Of the patients who went home, 20 percent came back to the emergency room within a month needing a cholecystectomy urgently, and of those, 55 percent were back in the ER within a week for emergency surgery.
What kind of surgery do I need for my gallbladder?
Often it’s obvious who needs emergency gallbladder removal, a procedure known as cholecystectomy, who can delay it and who doesn’t need surgery at all.
Can a person go home after emergency gallbladder surgery?
Figuring out who needs emergency gallbladder removal and who can go home and schedule surgery at their convenience is sometimes a tricky question, and it isn’t always answered correctly.

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ALL ABOUT STEVE
Why are you here? Why are any of us here?
I'm a comedy writer with experience in comics, radio, television, film and interactive storytelling, I've been part of the BBC Comedy Room, the first BBC Writersroom Scottish Voices group and I'm currently BFI Network x BAFTA Crew.
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The White House has released the full text of its executive order on digital assets, laying out its policy objectives for managing the space.
The publication follows a fact sheet also published this morning, which The Block obtained four hours ahead of time. It described the order as "outlining the first ever, whole-of-government approach to addressing the risks and harnessing the potential benefits of digital assets and their underlying technology."
The order addresses hot-button issues, including a strategy to protect consumers, stability of the financial system, national security and climate risks. Alongside these elements, the White House laid out its plan for assessing the implementation of a central bank digital currencies (CBDC) and rooting out illegal activity.
Per earlier reporting, the EO is fairly benign, despite early fears of a pending crypto crackdown.
It does, however, emphasize an all-of-government approach, calling on new work from the Treasury, Financial Stability Oversight Council, Federal Reserve and national security agencies on relevant portions of the ecosystem.
Over the course of the next four months, government agencies will feedback on what the government sees as the key issues surrounding the space.

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Visitors to this Web site from the Natural History Museum in London can retrace the scientific voyage of the HMS Endeavor (1786-1771) through the work of artist Sydney Parkinson and others working from Parkinson's original sketches. Parkinson's beautiful botanical illustrations from the voyage are nearly all represented in this online collection, which also provides a detailed history of the collection, the expedition, and the people involved. Visitors may browse the collection by country using an interactive map of the Endeavor voyage or a dropdown menu, or search the collection by botanical name.
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South Korean triathlon coach Kim Kyu-bong and team captain Jang Yun-jung have had their lifetime bans upheld by the Korean Sport and Olympic Committee (KSOC) for their alleged abusing of triathlete Choi Suk-hyeon, who took her own life.
Kim and Jang were handed the bans by the Korean Triathlon Federation (KTF), but the pair appealed to the KSOC, but the governing body rejected their plea.
Kim was the head coach of Gyeongju City Hall's semi-professional club.
KSOC also upheld a ten year ban to another Gyeongju triathlete Kim Do-hwan for their part in the alleged abuse.
They were all accused of having verbally and physically abused former Gyeongju triathlete Choi, who committed suicide on June 26.
Before her passing, Choi had filed complaints with local police, as well as with KSOC and KTF.
Her pleas were only answered after her death, with KTF taking action on July 6.
Kim Do-hwan has since admitted to wrongdoing and apologised to the family of Choi, but their suspension was not affected.
Coach Kim and Jang have maintained their innocence.
Their appeals were submitted on July 14, with KSOC holding the review on Wednesday July 29.
KSOC's disciplinary committee said none of the three attended the hearing and did not send legal representatives, with KSOC stating that their submitted written appeals were not enough to lessen their original penalties.
"Members of our committee concluded that no form of violence could ever be tolerated," said Kim Byung-cheol, head of the KSOC's disciplinary committee.
"We've spoken to the KSOC about the pressing need to prevent similar incidents in the future and to better protect athletes."
Choi had kept a diary detailing abusive behaviour from her coach and two older teammates, including audio recordings of occasions where she was apparently abused.
Many other Gyeongju teammates stepped forward with their own allegations of being abused after Choi's passing.


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Bitcoin price is back to its support level at just above $4300. From here a breakout could take the price to $4546 in the near term. The recent breakouts have been gradual but strong. Various attempts by the by the bears to sink the digital currency have failed.
However, Bitcoin will face some resistance between $4546 and $4680. If it manages to cross the resistance levels, expect the cryptocurrency to test new highs once again. Although, ther eis a good chance we may not see Bitcoin breaking past $5000 because of the upcoming Segwit2x hardfork.
It is important to note that Segwit2x will need miners’ support more than anything else. Miners will only mine the chain which is more profitable to them. Bitcoin hashrate and difficulty continues to rise. Difficulty is up 131% since the beginning of the year. The most recent adjustment on September 18th was the largest since February 2016.
That said, we have seen the volatility in price to considerably go down since the shutdown of bitcoin exchanges in China but there is no shortage of catalysts that might spark a big move either way.
Geopolitical risks are still at play. To start with, the recent Las Vegas attack is keeping the traders on the edge. There’s also the looming risk of a strike from North Korea, although their recent rhetoric seems to favor a less hostile approach. Other factors that could potentially dictate Bitcoin volatility are; uncertainty stemming from German politics, Catalonia’s independence vote, and Brexit.
Top Stories from the Crypto World
1. Charlie Lee describes how Coinbase and other exchanges will handle Segwit2x hardfork
Charlie Lee, creator of Litecoin, took it to reddit to break it down how the next potential hardfork will play out. Especially, he outlined how Coinbase and other exchanges must deal with Segiwt2x.
He said, “Because this 2x hardfork is so contentious, Coinbase cannot handle it the same way they handled the ETC and BCH hardfork. In other words, they can’t just choose one fork and ignore the other fork. Choosing to support only one fork (whichever that is) would cause a lot of confusion for users and open them up to lawsuits. So Coinbase is forced to support both forks at the time of the hardfork and need to let the market decide which is the real Bitcoin.”
The reddit post can be found here. Interestingly, Coinbase has so far refrained from any official announcements about SegWit2x, having been one of the original signees of Barry Silbert’s New York Agreement – the genesis of the fork – in May.
2. Bitpay volumes surge 328%
Bitpay is set to process $1 billion per year in Bitcoin payments as its merchants see a combined 328 percent annual volume growth.
“We’re now on pace to process over $1 bln annually in Bitcoin payment acceptance and payouts, and we’ve already grown our payments dollar volume 328 percent year-over-year from 2016,” the company confirmed.
Why it matters: Bitcoin’s success it directly proportional to the adoption rate. When there were not many users back in 2012, Bitcoin price hovered below $100. Now when Bitcoin is going mainstream with more and more merchants accepting it as payment, we can expect the price to rise with it.
3. Dubai to issue first ever state cryptocurrency
The local government in Dubai has officially launched its own cryptocurrency called emCash. The cryptocurrency would be used for payment of governmental and nongovernmental services.
Dubai is a country that wants to be first in everything. It isn’t surprising that they want to be the first one to launch their own cryptocurrency.
Notably, the token will be considered legal tender “for various government and non-government services, from their daily coffee and children’s school fee to utility charges and money transfers.”

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A Japanese Carmeaker said Nissan Motors paid large sums for overseas homes used by the arrested chairman, Carlos Ghosn, for any legitimate reason. This was marked on Tuesday with a Japanese television station NHK, describing sources that did not want to be named.
C. Allegations involving C. Ghosn have reported a lower income in his reports to the authorities and his / her. Private property use for private purposes. According to unchanged sources, Nissan has claimed that he paid bills of yen to a sub-group with houses in Rio de Janeiro, Beirut, Paris and Amsterdam.
C. Ghosn used these homes without legitimate matters. NHK stated that C. Ghosn did not appear to pay part of the rent and did not mention these benefits in the Financial Stock Exchange financial report.
Along with C. Ghosn, the director of Nissan and the close relationship also joined Greg Kelly. Tokyo Attorney also stated that Ghosn saved around $ 90 million (€ 78.76 million) in five years in five years, but gave only half.
Nissan has been investigating criminal practices that may have been C. Ghosn and G. Kelly for several months of the whistleblower. This study has shown that C. Ghosn and G. Kelly have been reporting less than real employment for years in stock reports.
She said that there were many other important issues of poor energy, such as the private use of the company's property, also featured and also confirmed by G. Kelly.
Nissan should officially receive the official removal of C. Giùis on Thursday 22nd November. Mr. C. Ghosn is also the leader of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance. Mitsubishi had already told him that he would recommend to the board that Mr Ghosn be dismissed as chairman; board and analyze inside. Renault has stated that he will protect his / her interest; company in the federation and seeking proper advice.


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Two recent news stories illustrate our culture’s preoccupation with choice as a determinative moral principle. In one, a single mother has given birth to octuplets through IVF. In another, a young woman has auctioned off her virginity to the highest bidder in efforts to pay for grad school, all in the name of feminism. On…
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ZAGREB, 13 Nov (Hina) – A total of 264 winemakers operated in Croatia in 2021 and they generated a consolidated net profit of HRK 8.7 million, the Financial Agency (FINA) reported on Friday.
In 2020, there were 254 winemaking businesses and they generated a consolidated net loss of HRK 53.5 million, nearly five times more than in 2019, when the net loss amounted to HRK 11.3 million.
Thus, 2021 saw a recovery in this sector, and winemakers had HRK 737.8 million in revenues, up 39% from 2020, while their expenditures increased 24.8% to HRK 724.2 million.
Those 264 companies whose core business was the production of grape wines employed 1,246 workers in 2021, or 1.4% more than in the year before.
Their average net salary was HRK 5,485 per month, or 6.4% more on the year. However, this pay was by 13.6% lower than the average monthly pay in Croatia last year (HRK 6,350).
In terms of the total revenues, the top performer was the Poreč-based Agrolaguna, who are behind the Vina Laguna brand (HRK 126.6 million).
The Đakovačka Vina company ranked second with HRK 40.8 million in revenues, and it was followed by the Šibenik-based Vinoplod-Vinarija (HRK 31.8 million).
Data from FINA show there was a total of 119 businesses operating in the production of grapes in 2021, and they employed 820 workers. Wine growers posted a positive financial result of HRK 27.6 million compared to 2020, when they generated a net loss of HRK 45.1 million.

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WASHINGTON — More than 91% of consumers are concerned about trans fats, but nearly two-thirds (60%) don’t understand that unsaturated fats are healthful. That was one of several “diet disconnects” found in the third annual Food & Health Survey conducted by the International Food Information Council. Conducted among 1,000 American adults in February and March of 2008, the study shows that consumers need easy-to-understand advice about how to buy, store, cook and serve food. Likewise, they’re looking for help to determine what foods are good — and bad — to eat. While most consumers said they get plenty of health information, nearly half said it’s confusing. “Americans want information, but they don’t know what to do with the information once they get it,” said Susan Borra, IFIC President and a registered dietitian. The survey found that while more than three-quarters of Americans (82%) say they are confident in their ability to safely prepare food, many do not take steps to reduce the spread of bacteria in their kitchen. For instance, less than half (48%) report using separate cutting boards for raw meat or poultry and produce, and just 29% say they use a meat thermometer. “Food thermometers are really the only accurate way to find out food temperature,” Borra said. Most (92%) report washing their hands with soap and water when preparing food, and nearly as many (79%) say they store leftovers within two hours of serving. But just 15% report checking the wattage on their microwaves, and even fewer (7%) say they use a meat thermometer when using their microwave. “Microwaves often cook unevenly, and wattage affects cooking time, so thermometers are very important,” Borra said.
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Dealing with the Nasty Waste
By Liam Moriarty
It used to be that when a company sold you a widget, they got your money, you got the widget, and that was the end of it. Now – as concern about the volume and toxicity of our waste increases — that way of doing business is changing. In Europe – and in the Pacific Northwest — more businesses are being required to take responsibility for their products in new ways, as KPLU environment reporter Liam Moriarty tells us in Part Three of our series “Europe and Us: Growing a Green Future.”
These computer components will be ground up and recycled.
My look at the shifting landscape of recycling and toxic chemicals first takes me to a huge industrial building in South Seattle. There, forklift-loads of TVs and computer monitors are being heaved onto conveyor belts. Workers are taking screw guns and hammers to the discarded electronics, disassembling them down to their component parts.
Craig Lorch is co-owner here at Total Reclaim. His company is one of several certified to recycle electronic waste under Washington’s new e-waste law. Among other things, the law requires that these old machines – and their toxic chemicals – don’t end up being dumped overseas, where they can poison humans and the environment.
Craig Lorch is co-owner of Total Reclaim in Seattle.
Recycling old electronics has been happening for years. But Washington’s e-waste law is something new.
“It’s a producer responsibility law,” explains John Friedrich, with the Washington Materials Management and Financing Authority. “It takes the burden of this off of the taxpayer.”
Friedrick runs the state-wide recycling program paid for by electronics manufacturers. The program started last January, and it’s on track to collect 40 million pounds of cast-off e-junk this year, at a cost to producers of $10 million. It requires electronics companies to cover the end-of-life costs of the products they sell. That concept – called extended producer responsibility – is a new one in the U.S. When Washington’s e-waste law was passed three years ago, it was the first in the nation to put full responsibility on manufacturers. But this isn’t a new idea in Europe …
Brussels, Belgium is sort of like the Washington, D-C of Europe. As the seat of the European Union, it’s the place where the 27 nations that make up the E.U. hash out their common policies. In his office at the European Commission’s Directorate General for the Environment, Klaus Koegler explains to me a keystone of E.U. environmental policy — what’s called the “Polluter Pays” principle.
Klaus Koegler, deals with recycling for the European Commission’s Directorate General for the Environment
“That simply means that whoever causes damage to the environment is responsible also in financial terms to repair it or to minimize it right from the beginning.”
Koegler says that gives regulators a firm footing for a range of laws that extend producer responsibility. One example: cars sold in the
E.U. are required to be 85% recyclable by weight. That creates an incentive for automakers to make recycling their cars as easy and cheap as possible. And a product that’s easy and cheap to recycle is likely to be easier on the planet.
This European push to expand producer responsibilities is also happening with industrial chemicals. Bjorn Hansen keeps an eye on chemicals at the Directorate General for the Environment. He points around his office …
Bjorn Hansen helps regulate chemicals for the European Commission’s Directorate General for the Environment.
“Just us sitting here,” he says, “ you’re probably exposed to chemicals which come from the office furniture, which have been used to color the textiles, which had been used to create the foam, the glue under the carpet where we’re sitting … You name it, you’re exposed.”
The question, Hansen says, is whether all this exposure to chemical compounds is harming our health or the environment. The answer?
“We by far do not know what chemicals are out there, what the effects of those chemicals are and what the risks are associated with those chemicals.”
That uncertainty led to a new law known by its acronym, REACH. REACH requires that tens of thousands of chemicals used in everyday products in the E.U. be studied. If a substance can’t be safely used, manufacturers will have to find a substitute, or stop using it. REACH has, at its core, a radical shift: it’s no longer up to the government to prove a chemical is unsafe. The burden of proof is on industry to demonstrate safety, and by doing so, it assumes financial liability for that safety. Even for industries accustomed to tougher European regulations, when REACH was first proposed, it was alarming.
Lena Perenius — with CEFIC, the European Chemical Industry Council – says there was quite violent opposition in the beginning.
Lena Perenius and Franco Bisegna with CEFIC, the European Chemical Industry Council
“In the E.U we already had a very comprehensive set of regulations for insuring safe use of chemicals,” she says. “The industry saw that this was putting an unreasonable burden on the companies.”
Still, the measure had strong public support. After several contentious rounds of negotiations, Perenius says the industry feels it got key concessions that’ll make the far-reaching law workable.
It’s hard to imagine the chemical industry in the U.S. accepting a law like REACH. But in the Northwest, a number of measures have brought chemicals under tighter control. For example, Washington was the first state to create a list of toxins that can accumulate in people’s bodies – such as mercury and lead — and to begin to phase them out.
Even though Europe has taken bolder steps in holding industry accountable, in the U.S., the Pacific Northwest has been at the forefront. And that means a changing relationship between you and the companies that make the products you buy.
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009
The Japanese Literature Challenge 3
Our journey begins,
the masters bid you welcome--
attend to their words.
Magical Mystical Teacher
The Japanese Literature Challenge 3 marks the start of another reading adventure! That is what a challenge is meant to do- challenge you to read some of the books you've been meaning to read or challenge you to step out of the box and try something new.
Japanese Literature is usually defined by the beautifully written prose and poetry. And Bellezza of Dolce Bellezza has organized this challenge to begin July 30th, 2009 and end January 30th, 2010! "All you have to do is read one work of Japanese origin. It can be literature of course, but don't feel confined to that. You may choose to read poetry, biographies, short stories or even manga. If you are willing to read one such piece, you've met the challenge." All the readers who are participating in the challenge have a link at Dolce Bellezza to their announcement of their participation and their reviews HERE! There are some wonderful prizes for participating too! For all the details about the challenge and prizes head over to Dolce Bellezza HERE and read all about it. Bellezza also has a list of reading suggestions. (click on "reading suggestions" to be taken to the list!). Anyone can sign-up to participate and last look there were 67 people up for the challenge already!
This challenge gives me the nudge to read Haruki Murakami, famous for The Wind-Up Bird Chronicles, Kafka on the Shore and a long list of other books. He is well known for mixing the mundane with the bizarre. One of my choices to meet the challenge is to read The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle ... "Bad things come in threes for Toru Okada. He loses his job, his cat disappears, and then his wife fails to return from work. His search for his wife (and his cat) introduces him to a bizarre collection of characters, including two psychic sisters, a possibly unbalanced teenager, an old soldier who witnessed the massacres on the Chinese mainland at the beginning of the Second World War, and a very shady politician." I'm eager to finally read this author! Thanks Bellezza for giving me the nudge!
One of my other choices is Be With You by Takuji Ichikawa..."When Takumi's wife suddenly returns from the grave, he can't believe his eyes. How could such a thing be possible? Is she here to stay? Has love miraculously triumphed over death? As Takumi starts looking for answers to these questions, he discovers the secret of his wife's appearance is somehow linked to the past...and the future". This love story "captivated millions of Japanese readers", inspired a blockbuster movie, a TV series and a best-selling manga. It also took me into the manga section of Borders to find it. I love a good ghost story and this seems to blend both a love story & ghost story into something very special. The opening paragraph hooked me:
"When Mio died, this was how I thought.
Whoever made our planet must have made
another planet at the same time,
somewhere in the universe.
That would be the planet where people go when they die.
The name of that planet is Archive."
As I finish these books and maybe a few others ( I know I'm being a bit over ambitious here now!) I'll be putting up my reviews. I'll have a link to my reviews here!
Before I end today's post, I just wanted to point out the beautiful photograph that we are all using for our Challenge! It is from Tanabata, writer of In The Spring It Is The Dawn blog. She currently lives in Japan and took the photograph. She writes, "That photo was taken on the island of Miyajima, near Hiroshima. The shrine on the island is called Itsukushima-jinja and is a World Heritage site. The torii gate is considered one of the three great views in Japan." I think it is just an amazing photograph! I wanted to thank her for creating it for Bellezza and for allowing us to all share it for the challenge!
Up for the Challenge? Have you read any Japanese literature? Share some suggestions here!
Reviews for the Japanese Literature Challenge:
(Click on the Title to read the review)
Be With You by Takuji Ichikawa
Strangers by Taichi Yamada


World Music Series
Dayton Metro Library has joined as a partner to offer additional elements to the World Music Series.
Rousing and raucous, Scythian (sith-ee-yin) plays roots music from Celtic, Eastern European and Appalachian traditions with thunderous energy, technical prowess, and storytelling songwriting, beckoning crowds into a barn-dance, rock concert experience. Nashville’s Music City Roots says Scythian is ‘what happens when rock star charisma meets Celtic dervish fiddling’, and the Washington Post says “Scythian’s enthusiasm is contagious, and shows seem to end with everyone dancing, jumping around or hoisting glasses.”
All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary.
All concerts begin at 7PM.
You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including alcohol (just no glass). You can also rent lawn chairs for a $5 donation on site and there are food and beverage vendors on site as well.
Levitt Dayton is a non-profit organization that fosters a sense of community by providing free outdoor concerts in the heart of downtown Dayton. The organization firmly believes that music can bridge cultural divides and bring people together, and their concerts are a testament to this belief. Levitt Dayton offers a unique and enriching experience that is accessible to all. Through their efforts, Levitt Dayton has succeeded in creating a vibrant and inclusive cultural scene in downtown Dayton.


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By this tour you will discover the finest sites, rich of art and history, that Palermo can offer. Start from the core of the city. Villino Florio, a Liberty Style villa, recently restructured and open to the public again. This villa shows the incredible talent of Ernesto Basile, the architect who also finished to build Teatro Massimo, started by the father Giovan Battista Basile. Teatro Massimo, the second gem of this itinerary, is the biggest Opera House of Palermo. It shows its great golden beauty both outside and inside and a spectacular monumental architecture. Your guide will lead you inside for a tour of the theater. The itinerary continues towards the core of the city: admire the Quattro Canti Square and Piazza Pretoria.
After lunch (at leisure), discover the hidden jewels Palazzo Chiaramonte-Steri and Palazzo Abatellis; Palazzo Chiaramonte-Steri, symbol of the passage from medieval to aristocrat architecture, was the residence of the Sicilian Lord Manfredi III Chiaramonte. Today the palace is a museum where you can admire the famous Renato Guttuso’s Vucciria. The Gothic Palazzo Abatellis is the Gallery of Art for the Sicilian region and it houses the beautiful Virgin Annunciate, by Antonello da Messina and the shocking fresco Triumph of Death.
With our Expert Travel Consultants you will shape your Luxury Tailor Made Excursion as you require.
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Here is an overview of the cultural guided tours and incentive offers we provide. You can choose the type of exit you want to plan or find the offers organized according to your profile. Once you’ve selected your destination, choose the guide that will accompany you.
We offer guided tours in a very extensive territory not only Carcassonne, find here some of the sites whose history we share.
Want to discover heritage in a different way? Check out our offers of unusual tours, games, animations and other original and refreshing formulas.
You want to organize a trip for a group or your family, we can help and guide you in many cities and historical sites.
You don’t find the cultural outings that are looking for ? Let’s create them together! The possibilities are limitless with many options. We will bring you our knowledge of the country, the most impressive sights, the best restaurants and wine tasting places or other local products.

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A Fulwood man’s cancer battle has been featured as part of a TV show about the cost of private treatments.Advertisement
Glendon Snape, 51, was diagnosed with stage four glioblastoma brain cancer in March last year.
He had been married for six weeks previous to the diagnosis to the love of his life Kate and has four children.
A company directory, Glendon has begun self-financing his cancer treatments as more experimental drugs and options are not available on the NHS.
He makes an appearance on BBC show Hospital which focuses on the gap between what the NHS will pay for, and the eye-watering sums patients are paying privately to get the latest treatments.
Glen said: “I have gone from a happy, healthy fifty one year old man in the prime of my life, to death’s door, it seemed I’d run out of time.
“Amazingly four days unconscious without eating or drinking I did regain consciousness. I wasn’t giving up.
“Out of NHS options, I have begun treatment at Charing Cross Hospital, self funding immunology treatments, and I had my third surgery in April this year.
“The total treatment expense is an unknown, I’m not a millionaire.
“I’m always amazed at the kindness, care and concern shown to me by others and I am eternally grateful for any help.”
A Justgiving page has been launched to help support Glendon’s cancer battle – as he needs £48,000 to afford immunology drugs, which are not available on the NHS.
You can see Glendon’s story on the BBC iPlayer as part to the Hospital, shown on Tuesday 27 June on BBC2.


HSIL Limited, the sanitaryware company has entered into a co-branded marketing arrangement with Groupe Atlantic, France, specialist in thermal comfort solution to introduce a range of ‘Water Heaters’ in the India market. Co-branded as ‘hindware-atlantic’, the water heating range will offer cutting-edge technology and premium design to offer comfort with significant cost savings in this product category.
Targeting consumers across SEC A+ to B, the range encompass instant heaters of one litre to high capacity 25 litres and will be available in metros, mini metros and tier 1 and 2 towns to begin with. The distribution channels will comprise electrical, CDI, and organized retail outlets. Special brand experience zones will be created within these stores to attract traffic.


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“There was an idea to bring together a group of remarkable people, see if they could become something more.”(The Avengers). Remarkable people, the likes of which have never been seen in the world before. Remarkability is the most known and most beloved idea of a hero, those who do things we ourselves can never hope to achieve. Perhaps the one and only trait that everyone longs for, heroism, is a mark of an admirable person, someone who can be looked to for answers and guidance in times of need. It is someone who can always be looked to as a moral North Star, a beacon of light. A hero, by definition, is someone to look up to, in which they are the figureheads of civilization, the very identity of a group of people. They show our beliefs and ideas in a person who society looks up to. We as a society are always finding real people to look up to, people which inspire us, and these are our heroes. The people who drive a society as a whole, giving a role model for them to look up to. A hero is someone who exemplifies traits that all people strive for, the parts of humanity which we strive for. In this day and age, a true and admiral hero must portray acts of compassion and courage for the benefit of those around them.
The Lion of Anacostiahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Douglass
One unique individual, The Lion of Anacostia, Frederick Douglass, exemplifies the traits of compassion, and courage. While his birth date is unknown, he was thought to have been born in the year 1818 into slavery in the U.S. and claimed February 14 as his birthday, as his mother had referred to him as “Her Valentine” when he was a boy. Additionally, he grew up under multiple owners and as he aged, he learned to read and write from his kind-hearted mistress, Lucretia Auld. On September 3, 1838, he escaped the South disguised as a sailor and officially changed his name to Frederick Douglass. Later that year he would marry his first wife, Anna Murray. Douglass then settled down for a while to write his first autobiography, “Narrative Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave” in 1845. In 1847 Douglass purchased his freedom with the help of abolitionists in Europe. He later went on to speak at the women’s rights convention, Seneca Falls as the only present African American. Douglass then wrote “My Bondage and My Freedom” in 1855, elaborating on his first autobiography, and finally, in 1881, wrote “The Life and Times of Frederick Douglass.” Douglass would continue voicing his opinions through his speeches and writing until his death on February 20, 1895. Compassion is a building block of civilization, as humanity cannot exist unless we care for one another. Showing compassion is an essential to a truly good human, as compassion is what all admiration has at its core. Courage as well is something that a role model cannot be without. Without the courage to stand up for yourself, for your beliefs, and for the wellbeing of others, you will not be. Throughout his life, Douglass used his skills to the best of his abilities to benefit all people he interacted with, in an attempt to build a completely racism and prejudice-free future, and in the process showed rare true heroism.
Douglass showed his compassion towards his contemporaries, trying his hardest to help as many oppressed individuals as he could. Douglass’ compassion was shown in all parts of his life, as he always strove to help as many people as he could: “Douglass would become a major speaker at most of the Women's Rights conventions held during the next 21 years, partially in gratitude for “women's agency, devotion, and efficiency in pleading the cause of the slave…”(Kester-Shelton). Douglass would, after the trials he and the other slaves faced, go on to help with another cause which dealt with the suppression of rights: the Women's Suffrage Movement. He saw in the case of women's rights a similar kind of suppression of rights that he and the other former slaves had in their lives and realized that they too would need equal to fully achieve their rights. Douglass was able to understand that he and “his people” were not the only one being oppressed in the American society, and as such he devoted his resources, not only to help improve the lives of slaves, but also that of women and other discriminated groups. Douglass has been seen to show this compassion for people other than his fellow slaves, but he also reveals it towards his fellow free Africans. During the Civil War, many African American soldiers joined the war and were subsequently treated as unequal to their white counterparts, and Douglass was willing to speak out against this too: “Early in August 1863, Douglass met with Lincoln, pressing upon the president equal pay for black troops, equal consideration in prisoner exchanges, retaliation for the murder of captured black soldiers, protection from inhuman treatment, and the opportunity to receive military commissions”(Commire). Douglass sees that the African American troops being used for the same war as their fellow white troops are being greatly mistreated, and took action against it. Even in the northern states, where slaves are free men, he understands that heavy racism and discrimination still occur, showing how he is still striving for equality even though he is already free. Staying true to his character, Douglass shows a level of compassion most other would not. He proves his drive for equality extends to all people, not just himself and those he cares for because he is showing a great deal of concern for people who he may not have ever met. However, he realizes both that they are being oppressed and is actively pushing for total equality, and that he can use his status to help them. By the end of his life, Douglass’ compassion was nearly undeniable. No matter what happened, he was always doing his best and trying his hardest to achieve total equality for all people in America, no matter who they were.
Douglass in his older agehttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Frederick-Douglass
Throughout his life, Frederick Douglass conveys immense courage by risking himself and his reputation in order to benefit those around him, as when he announced his friend William Lloyd Garrison. “In 1851, however, Douglass broke with Garrison. In May, Garrison's American Anti-Slavery Society had passed a resolution aimed directly at Douglass. It forbade any member to support any newspaper that did not explicitly condemn the U.S. Constitution as a pro-slavery document”(Commire). Douglass, despite agreeing with his cause, saw faults in Garrison’s beliefs and decided to break ties with him. Almost all of Douglass success can be linked back to Garrison because the early recognition Garrison gave him helped him establish himself as a skilled orator. Douglass owes his success to this man, but when he begins to institute regulations among his organization that Douglass firmly disagrees with, he is more than prepared to put his foot down. Even though Douglass owes him so much, and despite the harsh judgment he may receive from other abolitionists, he is willing to stand for what he believes in, hoping that others will come to see the same faults in the system that he does. In this day and age, courage is often misinterpreted to be only fighting some great threat or putting oneself in immediate physical danger, but Douglass was able to show his courage in very different ways: “By 1844 Douglass had decided to put these doubts to rest; he set down on paper The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, which was published the following year; ten years later he would revise and expand his narrative as My Bondage and My Freedom, including a greater discussion of his childhood and family members” (Kester-Shelton). Douglass has, in the eyes of the law, no rights, yet despite this, he still decides to publish the retelling of his story because he knows that it is something the people in the north need to see. Douglass was still an escaped slave when he published this book, so by doing so he opened up the door for his old master to send slave catchers after him, or for those around him to capture and return him to the plantations. Despite the enormous risk involved with publishing his book, Douglass did so anyway because he understood that it had to be done. Never before had first-hand accounts of the horrid treatment of slaves been documented in such a way, and the book represented a huge turning point where the northern white men began to realize the injustices that the slaves had to deal with. Douglass was able to show his courage through all aspects of his life, and benefited greatly from it, having the courage to publish a book that could have gotten him killed.
Throughout his life, Douglass used his compassion and courage in order to help as many people as he could become free from the bindings of racism and prejudice. Douglass’ compassion and courage shone throughout all of his actions. He helped whoever he could, whenever he could, as long as he believed his efforts were for the good of other people. He showed courage in the face of a brutal slavery system, whereas he was willing to risk his life and, more importantly to him, his freedom in order to do things that would end up helping the abolitionist cause in great ways. Douglass’ skill in writing and speaking were used in combination with his compassion to create works that drew sympathy for the slave's cause, and his courage made sure that he continued on with them, no matter the risks. His courage and compassion, along with the rest of his character, roll together into a truly good person, who only wants to see as many people as possible affected positively. He always strove to be kind and caring for others, and in today's world which is filled with so much hatred, it would do the world a great service for people to think of others first. For them to go out of their way to help each other in however many small ways they could. Douglass is a powerful motivation both to myself and others because of the way in which he used his talents. He could have easily used his freedom to live his own life, away from the system he had learned to despise, but instead, he stood up against it. He applied what he had learned to help those who had been oppressed, and he inspires me to always stand up for what I think is right. It might be easier to not, it might be more convenient for me to not, but Douglass has shown me that for change to happen, you need to make it happen. Remarkable people, those who exceed our expectations in every way imaginable, exist to inspire us and to lead us. But most of all, they can be all of us. Douglass did not have access to any tools to help him that would be exclusive to him; his reading and writing skill came originally from his mistress who owned many other slaves, and most of it was self-taught. What he had was a drive and willpower to make his dreams become a reality. Douglass’ story shows an ordinary human being becoming something more, something remarkable, and that is something we can all learn from.
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We are located in different geographical regions of the world known as Continent, Country, Province, State, City, Town, and few other different names in the regional language
The Fact is,
We all live on Earth
Protecting earth is not the responsibility of any region or race. It our responsibility, there are 10 things you can do to save the earth. It is better to do weekly, monthly or yearly on earth day.
We must be careful about using water. Water is life, every living creator’s life is based upon water. Fishes in the sea, Birds in the sky, animals in forest and humans in cities are drinking water. Do you know? You can spend your life without food but not without water. The human body is consisting of 70% of water.
Say no to Pollution
Avoid doing things increasing pollution in the air. All worldly resources are ours but do use them only when they are the necessity. Avoid burning wood, rubber tires, wastages, garbages, fuel and gasses
Rule of 3 R
Use things in Rule of 3R i.e.,
Recycle, Reuse and Radion or Recycle, Reuse and repeat
Use LED instead of a regular bulb because LED’s have more life span than regular bulbs. This way, a longer life means late reproduction in industries. Ultimately, lesser use of resources
Plant a Tree
We should go to the nearest garden or community garden to plant something you like. It may be a flowering plant or a plant which is going to be the tallest tree in a few years. Try planting fruit plants, people can use them
Clean Garden, Lakes, and Canals
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Canadian financial group Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. offered to buy out minority shareholders of agriculture technology firm Farmers Edge Inc. at a price that would crystallize near-total losses for any longer-term holders of the stock.
Fairfax’s takeover bid of 25 Canadian cents a share is almost 99% below the C$17 a share at which Farmers Edge offered stock in a March 2021 initial public offering.
Farmers Edge uses technology to analyze weather, soil moisture, satellite data and other information to help farmers plan crops. The IPO happened in an environment when ultra-low interest rates had opened public markets to speculative ventures; the Winnipeg, Manitoba-based company briefly enjoyed a stock market value of about C$835 million ($609 million).
But its growth plans never came to fruition and, in fact, the business has been shrinking, reporting just C$4.4 million in revenue in the third quarter. It has been consistently burning cash.
Fairfax, a Toronto-based investment and insurance company, already owns 61.4% of Farmers Edge. Fairfax has been helping to keep the company afloat by extending a credit line.
Takeover discussions are at a preliminary stage and no decision has been made on a potential transaction, Farmers Edge said in a statement Thursday night. The thinly traded shares rose as high as 24 Canadian cents Friday on the Toronto Stock Exchange, more than double Thursday’s closing price.
It’s the second time this week a Canadian technology company that went public in 2021 attracted a takeover bid far below its IPO price. Q4 Inc. agreed to a C$6.05-per-share cash takeover from Sumeru Equity Partners. It went public at C$12.
Photograph: The CN Tower from Bay Street In the financial district in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on Monday, Nov. 22, 2021.Photo credit: Burston/Bloomberg
- Canadian Insurtech Farmers Edge Raises $100 Million in IPO
- AI Startup that Uses AI and Partners with Re/insurers, Now Is Seeking Canadian IPO
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S16: The Jatrick Car
- 1 The Jatrick Car
- 2 Abstract
- 3 Objectives & Introduction
- 4 Schedule
- 5 Parts List & Cost
- 6 Design & Implementation
- 7 Testing & Technical Challenges
- 8 Conclusion
- 9 References
The Jatrick Car
This project proposes an autonomous RC car that follows lines along the sides that can also change lanes when possible. In the real world, cars driven on the street follow lane markers, unless the car is trying to change lanes. Cars can only change lanes when the lane lines are broken. While autonomous cars are becoming increasingly popular, one of the things to consider besides the car driving itself is the way the car operates on the street, two of those things being to stay within lane markers and changing lanes. Other line following cars follow lines directly in front of them; however, our vehicle will follow lines on its side. When the lines along the side of the car are broken, our car will be able to change lanes. Doing so allows these cars to be integrated onto real city streets without having to change current road infrastructure that are already in place. The aim of this project is to mimic this idea at a smaller scale in hopes of not only finding a way for autonomous vehicles to be integrated onto existing city streets, but also for us, as inexperienced students, to learn an important skills that will be applied in our future careers.
Objectives & Introduction
Typical line following RC cars follow lines directly below and in the middle of the car. While this is a great design for the concept, we wanted to change it so that a line following RC car mimics real world self-driving cars by following real lanes on streets. The objective of this project is to create a lane following robot capable of changing lanes when necessary.
In order to achieve this, our group utilized IR receiver pair sensors to sense the road below and the lane lines along the side. In order to implement a lane changing feature, we decided to utilize the board's wireless functionality to communicate to the car when to change lanes.
Team Members & Responsibilities
- Patrick-Daniel Llanes
- Programming Sensors
- Programming Line Following Algorithm
- Programming Lane Changing Capability
- Report Writing
- Jonathan Lo
- Car assembly
- Sensor Mounting
- Programming Line Following Algorithm
- Programming Lane Changing Capability
- Report Writing
|1||4/6||Gathered and ordered parts for The Jatrick Car.||Completed.||4/11|
|2||4/11||Begin building autonomous car.||Completed.||4/18|
|2a||4/13||Complete build and begin testing IR sensors and motors.||Completed.||4/18|
|3||4/17||Compute PWM duty cycles for motors.||Completed.||4/19|
|3a||4/20||Integrate IR sensors and begin testing sensors.||Completed.||4/22|
|4||4/24||Finalize project and begin testing and debugging.||Completed.||5/19|
|5a||5/6||Finalize project and prepare car for demo purposes.||Completed.||5/23|
Parts List & Cost
|2||SJone Boards||$80 each = $160|
|1||Wheel-65mm (Rubber Tire, Pair)||$2.95|
|6||SparkFun Line Sensor Breakout QRE1113 (Analog)||$2.95 each = $17.70|
|2||Motors||$3.95 per pair|
|1||MC14051 Analog Multiplexer||$0.49|
|2||Light colored masking tape||$10.00|
|1||Black Duct Tape||$8.99|
|2||220 Ohm Resistor||Free|
|2||Wireless Antenna (pair)||$8.99|
Design & Implementation
To create an autonomous RC car, IR emitters and receivers were used to detect lines under the RC car. The IR emitter is a source of light energy and the levels of reflectivity are received by the IR receivers. Due to the limited amount of ADC pins available on the SJOne board compared to the amount of analog sensors we implemented, we used the MC14051 Analog Multiplexer with digital controls, allowing us to implement more analog peripherals to our board, and controlling them digitally using 3 GPIO pins.
We chose a simple DC motors for our RC car. In order to use the PWM API provided by our Eclipse environment, we constructed a transistor circuit shown above. Doing so allowed us to control the speed of each individual motor, allowing more control for steering. The motors on the RC car will adjust depending on the levels of reflectivity from the IR receivers.
In order to follow lanes as accurately as possible, we mounted the sensors as shown in the figure above.
- Analog Digital Converter (ADC)
For this project, we utilized 6 analog IR emitter/receiver pair sensors. Because they were analog sensors, couldn't have connected these sensors directly to any GPIO pins, but needed to connect them to the ADC pins. Because we had more sensors than available ADC pins, we used an analog multiplexer to hold multiple analog inputs, and connected the common output a single ADC pin.
- Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
In order to implement the lane changing feature, we thought it was be best to send a signal from a separate SJone board through the Nordic wireless. One board acted as the transmitter which sent the car a signal to turn "Left" or "Right". The other board, the receiver was attached to the RC car for receiving the "Left" and "Right" signal.
- General Purpose Input Ouput (GPIO)
Because we used 6 analog sensors while our board only had 3 available ADC pins, we needed to use a digitally controlled analog multiplexer. We fed the outputs of the sensors as inputs to the multiplexer. The single, common output of the multiplexer was connected to the ADC pin as explained earlier. In order to control which sensor value passed through the MUX, we needed to change the control signals of the MUX. Because this was a digitally controlled MUX, we initialized 3 GPIO pins to act as the control signals.
Another utilization of GPIO pins was for the PWM signals. In order to control the motors, we contructed the circuit described in the hardware design section. We then used the PWM API provided to us in order to control the speed of each motor.
The last way we used GPIO pins was from the transmitter board. When changing lanes, we had the transmitter board send a character over Nordic wireless once one of the on-board switches was pressed. Depending on the switch, a certain character was sent to the RC car which would then execute either a left or right turn once received.
RC Car Flowchart
Above is the flowchart for our autonomous car and how the motors react depending on the sensor values. Once everything is initialized, the values from the sensors are latched into different variables. Depending on the sensor values of each sensor, the motors will react accordingly.
Above is the flowchart for the wireless portion of the autonomous car. Our transmitter board's only job is to send a signal to the RC car, thus a flowchart was not necessarily vital to show the wireless implementation. The receiver board attached to the RC car has its flowchart described above. If the receiver board receives a character 'l', then the RC car will change lanes to the left. If the receiver board sends a character 'r', then the RC car will change lanes to the right.
This section includes implementation, but again, not the details, just the high level. For example, you can list the steps it takes to communicate over a sensor, or the steps needed to write a page of memory onto SPI Flash. You can include sub-sections for each of your component implementation.
IR Sensor Implementation & Motor Control (Step by Step)
1. Send control signals to MC14051 (Analog Multiplexer) to collect data from all 6 sensors.
2. Each sensor value is stored into their own variable in the program.
3. Check Sensor Three and Four first. If Three < 1000, then turn hard Right. If Four < 1000, then turn hard Left.
4. If sensors Three and Four have a value > 1000, then check sensors Two and Five. If Two < 1000, turn slight left. If Five < 1000, turn slight right.
5. If sensors Three, Four, Two, and Five have a value > 1000, then check sensors One and Six. If either of these are < 1000, go straight.
6. Repeat steps, 1 - 5.
Nordic Wireless Communication (Tx Side) (Step by Step)
1. Initialize char hops to "1" and char address to "150".
2. Set char left = "l", char right = "r", and char x = "x".
3. Initialize switch 0 and 3 as input on transmitter board.
4. If switch 0 is pressed, send character "left" to signal RC car to change to the left lane.
5. If switch 3 is pressed, send character "right" to signal RC car to change to the right lane.
6. At the end of the task, send character "x" to clear buffer on receiving side.
Nordic Wireless Communication (Rx Side) (Step by Step)
1. Set node address to "150".
2. Check rx buffer to see if any character is received.
3. If pkt.data == 'l', RC car changes lanes to the left.
4. If pkt.data == 'r', RC car changes lanes to the right.
Testing & Technical Challenges
The first issue we came across was the analog pins on the SJSUOne board. For our design, we decided to use 6 analog IR sensors, used to detect lane markers on the road. After looking at the board's schematic, we realized only 3 analog pins were available to us. After doing some research, we found an IC that solved our issue: MC14051, an analog multiplexer. This multiplexer allowed up to 8 analog inputs, which was more than enough for the amount of sensors we had. What also made this multiplexer a good fix was that the control pins were digitally controlled, allowing us to configure GPIO pins from the SJOne board for the control inputs to the analog multiplexer.
The second issue the team ran into was the layout of the sensors. Originally we had 3 sensors on each side running from the front of the car to the back of the car. The problem with the original layout was that the sensors were parallel with the lane lines on our black board. Even when the car was turned slightly, it was nearly impossible for the sensors to detect the white line. With the new layout, the team put 3 sensors on the left and 3 sensors on the right. The sensors ran perpendicular to the lane lines making it easier to detect which motor had to run faster.
The third issue we ran into was the condition when the RC car detected no lane lines. Often times when turning, the car wouldn't follow the lane lines perfectly and would eventually veer off course. In instances like these, we wanted to make sure the car knew what direction it was turning last so it could continue turning that direction until lanes were detected again. We solved this issue by including a static int variable. If the car was turning either slight left or hard left, we set the static int to 1 to signify that it was turning left last. If the car was turning slight right or hard right, we set the static int to 0 to signify that it was turning right last. The reason we used a static int variable was because its ability to keep its value after each function call. If we used a regular variable, when the task loops again, the variable would lose its value, thus the car would not know which direction it was turning last.
The last issue we had was when coding the conditions to turn hard left and hard right, we initially reversed the PWM set values in each motor assuming the motors would turn at exactly the same speed. It was during these tests that we realized that the right motor was a lot weaker than the left motor. After figuring this out, we had to boost the PWM values in the right motor during certain turns. Although it seemed like an easy fix, constant tests of the RC car had to be executed until we found the perfect PWM values.
The self-driving RC car project was completed successfully. The team was able to implement the two major features, lane following and lane changing. The self-driving RC car required two SJSUOne boards and 6 IR emitter and receivers. The team first tested sensors to see if it was able to read the white lanes on a black board. Once finding the clearance of the sensor and the lanes, assembling the RC car was a simple task. Programming the algorithm for following white lanes and changing lanes was a little tougher. Because the RC car had three sensors on each side, we had to figure out how hard each wheel had to turn to straighten out the RC car to have the sensors read the white lane again. Once we figured out how to follow lanes, both straight and curved, we had to figure out how the car should change lanes. Professor Preet gave us the idea to use the Nordic wireless capability our SJone boards had. Using his advice, we initialized 1 board as a transmitter and the board on the RC car as a receiver. In order for the car to change lanes, we had to send a signal from the transmitter to the RC car. Initializing the wireless was pretty straightforward, but the lane changing algorithm we created was quite difficult. Overall, we were able to successfully create an autonomous car capable of following lane lines and changing lanes when necessary.
This project ultimately gave us tremendous experience working with microcontrollers in the embedded environment. Despite this project being quite difficult, considering we are only beginners in embedded systems, it was satisfying to be able to create and complete an embedded project. We felt this was the best course in both our undergraduate careers, and we now feel inspired to pursue a career in the embedded field.
Demo 1: https://youtu.be/tN-m2zH6Z08
Demo 2: https://youtu.be/OK0Lh_0brkc
Demo 3: https://youtu.be/0ojbGGdQMxY
Project Source Code
- We would like to thank Preet for giving his time to teach us the fundamentals and applications of embedded systems, and giving us the opportunity to create our first embedded project. You've definitely inspired us to pursue a career in embedded systems.
- We would also like to thank Dr. Ozemek for teaching us the fundamentals of embedded systems, and giving us the inspiration to change our lifestyles.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country Music icon Kenny Rogers set the tone duringThe Nation We Build Together gala opening at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History last night. Performing in front of the gallery that houses The Star-Spangled Banner, the actual flag that inspired what is now the national anthem, Rogers sang his song “’Merica” illustrated with his photo images of the landscapes and people of “the land that I love…America.”
“I thank you more than you know for the gift of that experience,” Rogers remarked. “Who would believe that a child from the projects in Houston, Texas could ultimately end up in The Smithsonian Institution? It is truly the American Dream.”
Rogers has sold more than 120 million albums worldwide. He has charted a record within each of the last seven decades. The first country artist to consistently sell out arenas, Rogers achieved pop superstardom as well — his 28 Billboard Adult Contemporary Top 10’s rank him fourth-best of all time among men, trailing only Elton John, Neil Diamond, and Elvis Presley. Rogers has recorded 24 No. 1 hits, 12 No. 1 albums, 25 Top 10 country albums and is the RIAA’s eighth best-selling male solo artist of all time. The Country Music Hall of Fame member has received three GRAMMY® Awards, 11 People’s Choice Awards, 19 American Music Awards, eight Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards and six Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, among many other accolades.
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