text: A personal loan is considered to be a kind of unsecured loan, which means that it is not backed by any collateral like a home or car. Personal loans happen to be typically used for large purchases or debt consolidation. The terms of a personal loan can vary depending on the lender, but there are some general things to look for. First, you want to find a personal loan with a fixed interest rate. This means that your monthly payments will stay the same for the life of the loan, which can make budgeting easier. You also want to find a personal loan with a reasonable repayment period. A longer repayment period will mean lower monthly payments, but you will end up paying more in interest over the life of the loan. Finally, be sure to read all of the fine print before signing any personal loan agreement. When you're in the market for a personal loan, it's important to choose a lender that's right for you. There are a lot of factors to consider, and it's not a decision to be made lightly. Here are 8 essential factors to keep in mind when choosing the best personal loan lender \t Interest rates - Obviously, you want to find a lender with competitive interest rates. But don't just compare APRs - also look at things like origination fees and prepayment penalties. \t Loan terms - Personal loan terms can vary widely, so you'll want to find a lender that offers terms that fit your needs. Consider things like the length of the loan, monthly payments, and any flexibility in repayment terms. \t Personal circumstances - Every borrower's situation is different, so you'll want to find a lender that considers your circumstances. For example, if you have bad credit, you may need to look for a lender that offers bad credit loans. \t Loan purpose - What do you need the loan for? Some lenders specialize in specific types of loans, such as debt consolidation or home improvement loans. Make sure the lender you're considering offers a loan that meets your needs. \t Application process - The application process should be straightforward to understand. You shouldn't have to jump through hoops just to get a personal loan. \t Customer service - Good customer service is essential when you're dealing with any type of financial institution. You should be able to get help when you need it, and you shouldn't have to wait forever for a response. \t Flexibility - Personal circumstances can change, so it's important to find a flexible lender. Look for things like the ability to defer payments or make partial payments if needed. \t Transparency - Last but not least, you want to make sure the lender is transparent about all aspects of the loan. There shouldn't be any surprises when it comes to interest rates, fees, or repayment terms. These are just a few of the factors you'll want to consider while evaluating personal loan lenders. Take your time and choose carefully - it's an important decision.


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The first photos of Claes Bang as the new Count Dracula have been revealed!
The Danish actor is playing Dracula in the BBC and Netflix’s upcoming period drama series.
The three 90-minute episodes will be set in Transylvania in 1897 as the blood-drinking Count draws his plans against Victorian London.
Dracula has been written by Sherlock co-creators Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss.
Discussing the casting of Borgen actor Claes Bang, the pair previously commented: “It was one of those moments – who else could it be than Claes! He has it all. Brilliant, gorgeous, charismatic, lethal. Tall, dark and gruesome all at once. Hell has a new boss.”
More cast members have also just been announced, with Lyndsey Marshal (Trauma), Chanel Cresswell (The Bay), Matthew Beard (The Imitation Game), Lydia West (Years & Years), Paul Brennen (Happy Valley), Sarah Niles (Catastrophe), Sofia Oxenham (Poldark), John McCrea (God’s Own Country), Phil Dunster (Humans) and Millicent Wong joining the series.
The previously confirmed cast includes Joanna Scanlan (No Offence), Dolly Wells (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), John Heffernan (The Crown), Morfydd Clark (Patrick Melrose), Lujza Richter (Phantom Thread), Nathan Stewart-Jarrett (Misfits), Catherine Schell (On Her Majesty’s Secret Service), Youssef Kerkour (Jack Ryan) and Clive Russell (Game of Thrones).
Three former Sherlock actors – Mark Gatiss, Jonathan Aris and Sacha Dhawan – will be appearing too.
Dracula is expected to premiere in late 2019 or early 2020 on BBC One in the UK and on Netflix in the rest of the world.
The complete Sherlock DVD box set is available on Amazon.

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Annual Library Vote 2024
Budget Vote Results: 415 Yes, 67 No. Congratulations to Jacqueline Elsas (5-year term) and Lisa Herskowitz (1-year term) on their election to the Library Board of Trustees.
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The bust of Abraham Lincoln, located on the Reference Desk at the Northport Library, was sculpted and donated to the Library by Northport resident Peter Tomlinson.


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One woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, writes: “Umm, OK, it must be asked so I’m just gonna ask it: Is sexual arousal a common side effect of using the Power Strips? Holy Moly…..Geez Louise…… Seriously?? lol I wore them for a few days straight. They don’t heat up on me, they diminish my shoulder pain a bit but I don’t feel anything really overt =====> except intense sexual arousal. WTH????????? I had to stop. 2 days without them and I’m back in control of myself, finally.
It doesn’t stop there. More people talk-the-talk. If you would like to see the entire thread, you must first sign up & buy this product, then I can add you to the private group on facebook Oh, yeah! There’s more! It’s not just the ladies talking, the men are too. It’s helping with libido, erectile dysfunction, you can simply google search its recorded benefits!
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PORTSMOUTH – The three mothers who founded the Testing for Pease environmental advocacy group appeared at City Hall on Monday to push the City Council to install water filters at city schools.
Andrea Amico of Portsmouth, one of the three Testing for Pease co-founders, told the council that two of her children and her husband were exposed to high levels of PFAS chemicals in the city’s Haven well at the former Pease Air Force Base.
She pointed out that low levels of PFAS chemicals have been found in other city wells, which means that children in city schools can be exposed to them.
“We want the city to consider filtering the schools (and) prevent children from being exposed from chemicals even at low levels,” Amico said during a round table discussion with the council and some city staff before Monday’s meeting.
She told the council that her 7-year-old daughter already has “really high levels” of PFAS chemicals in her blood, and is now attending the Dondero School.
“I don’t want to contribute to her chemical burden,” Amico said.
At home, Amico can “make choices to prevent that exposure, at school I really can’t.”
“That’s why we want schools to filter,” Amico said during the meeting Monday night in City Hall.
The city closed the Haven well in May 2014 after the Air Force found perfluorooctane sulfonic acid, or PFOS, at levels dramatically higher than what was then the Environmental Protection Agency’s provisional health advisory.
The EPA has since substantially lowered its permanent health advisory for both PFOS and perfluorooctanoic acid, or PFOA, which they’ve classified as “contaminants of emerging concern” because of their suspected health effects.
The health advisory is 70 parts per trillion for PFOS or PFOA or a combination of the two.
Both PFOS and PFOA come from a group of toxic chemicals called PFAS, which are suspected carcinogens.
Studies on PFAS chemicals have determined they could also cause low birth weights, harm a child’s development and increase cholesterol, according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.
Amico told the City Council that other states have lowered their health advisory levels below 70 parts per trillion.
She also noted that “even low levels of PFAS chemicals can cause health effects in humans.”
Testing for Pease co-founder Alayna Davis told the City Council that “children are more vulnerable to toxins” than adults.
“They bio accumulate in your body but they also take decades to eliminate,” Davis said.
By not putting water filters in the schools, “children are continuing to be exposed and there’s no known method to take them out of your body,” Davis said about PFAS chemicals.
There were about 9,000 employees at Pease, including children at two day cares, who were exposed to the contaminated water at Pease before the city closed the Haven well.
“Children who are already exposed are getting exposed now,” Davis said. “These kids will be out of the school system and will not have eliminated any of them.”
She stated that the Testing for Pease mothers have been talking to the state “for years” about lowering the health advisory level.
“They don’t have the research and the money and funds to do more work to find out if 70 is better,” Davis said about the state.
The group also asked the city to test for a wider array of PFAS chemicals than the 23 they’re now testing for.
City Manager John Bohenko said city staff will try to get estimates on how much it would cost to test for more PFAS chemicals.
Mayor Jack Blalock also suggested that Testing for Pease should approach the School Board about filtering city school water.
After Monday’s meeting, Amico said she was “glad to get our concerns out there publicly.”
She believes that the schools could deal with the issue by just filtering at the tap, which many companies at Pease have done.
“Other communities are doing it. We want Portsmouth to follow suit,” Amico said. “We don’t want kids who have already had a significant exposure to be exposed again.”


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Tesco is ramping up its activity around Black Friday with 11 days of deals starting from Monday.
More than 700 Tesco stores will be offering Black Friday deals, with 650 items on promotion during the bonanza, the grocery giant said.
The retailer, the fortunes of which are being revived under boss Dave Lewis, has described it as its “biggest ever” Black Friday event.
Rival Morrisons has started rolling on Black Friday offers on alcohol today, while it remains unclear whether Asda will get involved in the sales extravaganza this year.
More than 300 Tesco stores will open at 5am on Black Friday itself.
Tesco Extra stores that are 24 hours will close at midnight on November 24 to prepare for the event.
Deals will include up to 50% off “selected” items across electrical, toys and home.
The event will run on the Tesco Direct website from Monday to Thursday December 1.
Matt Davies, Tesco’s UK and Republic of Ireland chief executive, said: “We’re launching our best ever Black Friday event, providing customers with more time than ever before to take advantage of some great deals.”
In its half-year, Tesco reported a 0.6% rise in UK like-for-likes.
Last year Tesco’s website received seven orders per second with a total of 220,000 orders during Black Friday.
The best-selling ranges were TVs, tablets, gaming consoles and small domestic appliances, the retailer said.
Amazon launched a 12-day Black Friday bonanza on Monday, while rival Argos will launch 13 days of sales from tomorrow.
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My first introduction to the city building/farming genre, which at that point couldn’t even be called a genre, was the enchanting ‘Harvest Moon’ title for N64. I’d spend hours building up my farm, tending to the animals and growing crops. Life was peaceful on my farm. Perhaps a little too peaceful. And therein lies the problem with the farming genre. Nothing much happens. Sure, if you like to take it easy and use the games as a form of meditation, good for you, carry on. But for those of us who enjoy the genre to an extent, but want something a little more engaging, we need look no further than Candy Grill’s new city-builder-cum-action-adventurer, Aquapolis, free and out now for iOS and Android.
Aquapolis makes its intentions clear from the start with a cutscene straight out of the James Cameron playbook. The Professor, the Captain and Lana are astronauts returning to Earth after a voyage to Neptune. Unfortunately for them, the whole place is covered in water and inhabited by an extraterrestrial blue race who live underwater. They’re not entirely hostile though, and as our trio learn to live with the invaders, they’re able to work together build cities and farm crops.
So the game is somewhat a mixture of a city-builder with slivers of action-adventurer. It already scores bonus points for taking the time to craft a basic premise and give us a narrative we can get to grips with. But how does it actually play? Well, first off, this game is huge. So huge that it’s actually remarkable that it’s free. There’s so many different features that it takes a good half hour to get to grips with it all. Those who put the time in at the beginning will find themselves aptly rewarded by the game’s depth. You start off with a small section of underwater real estate, but as you learn how to build bigger buildings, you can expand your empire across the seabed.
Then there’s all the technology you can utilise as you expand; everything from meat production to fuel production is catered for, though you’ll have to hit certain levels in order to learn the respective skill. You’ll have an inventory full of items to choose from as well, so remember to keep track of your city, as it will need repairing from time to time! Slotted into all this management fun is the action adventure part of the game; your trio of characters will uncover a series of mysteries as the game progresses leading them to the reason the world was suddenly flooded with sea water… All this makes the game a lot of fun to play, and more importantly, a lot of fun to continue playing.
Aquapolis is a cut above the usual farming/city builder fair. The underwater setting gives it a unique angle on the genre, and the amount of time and effort the developers have invested in their creation really pays off. Check this one out.

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I am not sure which Fonts and Colors you tried, but if the word Featured (which means it is Free) is not listed on those Fonts and Colors that probably means that you have to buy the Custom Design Upgrade to be able to use those Fonts and Colors:
I have a similar problem. I have chosen the Blissful Blog theme and in the customize page only Fonts and CSS are marked as Custom (meaning pay for it if you want it). I have changed the colour of the background picture from snowflake blue to red but the change doesn’t appear on the main site. It remains snowflake blue.
If this is part of the Custom package the option shouldn’t even be available for change (it should have the same orange warning as the other Custom options do).

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Two rural Aberdeen residents have been charged with misdemeanors for not properly caring for their dogs. Leonard C. Sollie, 58, and Karla J. Sollie, 59, each face six counts of inhumane treatment of animals. Each count is punishable by as much as a year in county jail and a $2,000 fine. The charges stem from incidents authorities learned about in June. Read more in the Thursday American News.


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Police in Northern Ireland are investigating an explosion in Derry, which a senior officer said could have endangered local children.
The blast happened on Lecky Road, in the Brandywell area of the city, at around 11pm on Thursday. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said damage was caused to properties, but no one was injured.
The PSNI chief inspector, Jon Burrows, condemned the attack, saying: "These explosive devices, no matter how small they are, can maim and kill, and we're fortunate that no one was injured."
The niece of Northern Ireland's deputy first minister, Martin McGuinness, was among a number of people who police said narrowly escaped injury. She and her three children were in a house close to the blast.
No group has yet claimed responsibility but dissident republicans are thought to have been behind it.
Burrows said police were investigating what happened and "detectives are piecing together a timeline and trying to establish a motive, and we'll be talking to witnesses". Burrows said the bombers showed no regard for the community.
Sinn Féin assembly member Martina Anderson visited the scene of the blast. Anderson said she was amazed nobody had been hurt, adding that it was unclear who or what had been the target.
"There was shrapnel that went in through the window of a bedroom," she said. "In that bedroom, thankfully, there was no one asleep at the time.
"However, in the adjacent window there was a two-year-old baby in a cot, and had the shrapnel gone through that window ... that family, at this moment in time, are devastated thinking about what could have happened."
Meanwhile, the Orange Order is embroiled in fresh controversy over a decision by Orangeman and the Ulster Unionist leader, Tom Elliott, to attend the funeral of the murdered Catholic police officer Ronan Kerr in April.
A faction of the Real IRA killed Kerr with a booby trap bomb device under his car.
The rules of the Orange Order prohibit members from attending Catholic mass, although Elliott and his deputy party leader, Danny Kennedy – both Orangemen – went to the requiem mass for the murdered policeman.
Following the murder, a spokesman for the Grand Lodge offered "sincere sympathy" to the Kerr family and said it was important they knew they had widespread support throughout the community.
But at least one letter of complaint from a fellow Orangeman has been forwarded to Grand Lodge officers from a lodge in Belfast.
It will be discussed by the lodge's governing body, the central committee, on Friday prior to the next meeting of the full Grand Lodge on 15 June. A spokesman said internal business was a "private matter".
However, Tom Haire, the County Grand Master of Belfast, said the letter had been passed on for consideration.

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Free school transport at risk in mid beds
OPPOSITION is growing against controversial plans to possibly abolish free transport for many schoolchildren by Central Beds Council (CBC) in an attempt to save up to �1m a year. Among the options being considered is to ask children who live close enough
OPPOSITION is growing against controversial plans to possibly abolish free transport for many schoolchildren by Central Beds Council (CBC) in an attempt to save up to �1m a year.
Among the options being considered is to ask children who live close enough to their schools to get on their bikes and ride or walk to school.
CBC has now extended its Home to School Transport Consultation to ensure that as many residents as possible have the opportunity to respond until Friday, February 19.
Cllr Peter Blaine, leader of the opposition, said: "I shall fight against these proposals that will be immensely unpopular.
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"Asking children to cycle or walk to school poses safety issues and then asking parents to drive their children to school disrupts their day and will cause congestion on our roads.
"Parents affected by these proposals will be left very unhappy."
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Cllr Anita Lewis, portfolio holder for children's services at CBC, said: "The priority of Central Bedfordshire Council is to manage the policy behind the services we provide so they serve as many people as possible, while remaining good value for money to all council tax payers.
"This consultation is to ask all local people, regardless of whether they use the free Home to School transport service or not, how they think this service should be run. Yes the options do cover some difficult decisions but we must explore potentially difficult changes if we are to continue to provide good quality services to those that need it.
"We welcome alternatives and if some children do live close enough to walk or ride their bikes to their school, we will help them with this so they can take full advantage of a healthier and safer route to and from school."
Currently there are over 31,000 children aged between five and 15 attending schools in Central Beds and free transport is provided daily for around 6,200 by CBC at a cost to the taxpayer.
Free school transport for children from low income families and children with disabilities, is a statutory requirement and a very large proportion of people would remain unaffected by the proposals, says the council.
Children from asylum seeking families also receive free transport but the cost of this is covered by the Home Office not by local council tax.
CBC said in a statement: "We will be looking at how we can help those who are eligible to learn independent travel skills.
"Road safety issues will be assessed and routes will be looked at to see if they need improvement to allow children to walk or cycle to school, where appropriate.

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EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE UNECE REGION
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGY
National Strategies for ESD & National Action Plans for ESD
To carry out a comprehensive review of the Strategy’s implementation, the UNECE Steering Committee on ESD has set up a region-wide reporting mechanism. Progress in implementing ESD will be assessed by comparing the progress achieved in the three implementation phases of the Strategy (2007, 2010 and 2015).
There are formal and informal sources of information on the status of the Strategy’s implementation. Formal sources include reports submitted by Governments in accordance with the reporting requirements and format approved by the Steering Committee. In addition, various materials and statements provide information on the Strategy’s implementation. Informal sources include studies carried out by various stakeholders.
Following the request of the Vilnius High-level Meeting, UNESCO and UNECE streamlined reporting requirements. Thus, UNECE Member States will be able to submit a single report on the implementation of the UNECE Strategy that will also serve as a report on the implementation of the UN Decade of ESD. To provide a structure for processing the information received and facilitate comparison of reports, UNESCO and UNECE have developed a standard format for reporting (see English French Russian) and a Guidance for Reporting (see English French Russian).
Following are the major elements of the reporting procedure :
- UNECE Member States should prepare their national implementation reports through a transparent consultative process involving all relevant stakeholders at the national/state level. Countries with a federal structure will submit one consolidated report based on subnational/state inputs.
- The first formal call for reporting will take place in 2010. Thereafter, Member States will prepare updated reports for 2015. However, they can already start reporting voluntarily by preparing reports for 2007.
- Reports should be submitted to the secretariat electronically as Word files. The text should be in English. Member States are also encouraged to provide the text in the two other official languages of the UNECE, French and Russian. UNECE will endeavour to have the reports translated from their original language into the other two official languages.
- Deadlines for submission to the secretariat will take into account UN document management procedures and will be communicated by the secretariat for each reporting cycle.
- Following the request of the High-level Meeting, reporting requirements were streamlined by
UNESCO and UNECE. Thus, UNECE member States will be able to submit a single report on
the implementation of the UNECE Strategy that would also serve as a report on the
implementation of the UN Decade of ESD.UNECE will post the reports on its website. It will also ensure the distribution of hard copies to the UNECE Member States and key stakeholders. UNESCO will ensure access to the reports through its website and will use them for its work.
- The UNECE secretariat will prepare a UNECE-wide report on implementation of the Strategy for 2007, 2010 and 2015, highlighting the progress made, identifying challenges and drawing up recommendations.
- Key stakeholders are encouraged to provide the secretariat with their reports on activities that support the implementation of the Strategy.
- Meetings of the Steering Committee will be a forum for considering the implementation reports. The “Environment for Europe” Ministerial Conferences will be informed of progress as appropriate and will be encouraged to hold joint environment/education sessions as needed.
For further information you may wish to consult the following relevant documents


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WASHINGTON – Sen. David Vitter filed a slate of immigration-related bills Wednesday, while continuing his opposition to “comprehensive immigration reform” pushed by the Senate’s so-called “Gang of Eight.”
Vitter’s proposals range from offering more visas to those who earn doctorates in the U.S. to more extreme changes that would end automatic citizenship for babies born in the country.
The Gang of Eight, which includes Republicans such asSens. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., and John McCain, R-Ariz., are pushing for comprehensive reform that includes expanded border security and what they call a rigorous potential path to citizenship for the nation’s illegal immigrants.
But Vitter, R-La., and Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Ala., teamed up Wednesday to argue that they fear any such plan will focus on amnesty with promises for increased border security that are not backed up.
They point to the 1986 immigration reform signed into law by President Ronald Reagan, which they say did not bring as much as was promised in terms of border security.
“That model hasn’t worked before,” Vitter said. “In fact, it’s failed horribly.”
Referring to the numbers of illegal immigrants now compared with 1986, Vitter added: “We want to solve the problem. We don’t want to perpetuate it, much less quadruple it.”
Vitter wants to focus on what he called his “targeted, step-by-step approach” of individual bills before even considering amnesty or an accelerated path to citizenship.
The new bills Vitter is filing include:
Vitter also is co-sponsoring legislation by U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, to expand the E-Verify system for verifying employee eligibility.
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AH! You got bamboozled! This is actually
People I Bloody Hate
- radical feminists. All of them. You ruined everything.
- pedophiles/MAPs/supporters/people who like loli/shota/cub.
- people who hate others for whatever ethnicity, religion, nationality, gender and sexuality they may have.
No exceptions. Just live your life and let others live their life.
Special nope when it comes to transphobes/truscums/transmeds/terfs.
- people who hate others for whatever physical or mental disability they may have.
includes people who discriminate against those who are neurodivergent.
- people who hate furries in general.
- zoophiles or its supporters (normal furries are not this).
- necrophiles and its supporters (there are these idiots running around??).
- rape apologists.
- self-harm supporters (dude, go get help ffs)
In other words, don't be a dick, have some respect, live and let live, all that jazz.
Things To Keep In Mind
- I am an adult (above 18).
(I have no real interest in making friends over the 'net, but if that makes you uncomfortable, tell me and I'll unfollow you).
- I am an atheist
(not a dick-ish one, don't worry)
- I do not feel comfortable with religious individuals who, to put it lightly, shove their faith down everyone's throats trying to convert them. I will not do that, so please try hard not to as well.
- Am what I call a "pessimist utopic-anarchist", or just an anti-authority person.
No government is the best type of government. It would be a utopia, if the human race wasn't so selfish.
- I am extremely shy and socially inept, even online.
- I am autistic (diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome).
I know it's a "problematic" diagnosis, but that's how things are in my country.
There will be times I may sound rude, but I actually don't mean that. Please point that out to me (gently) when it happens.
There will also be times when I can infodump, which is me sharing with enthusiasm pretty much everything about things I love!
- I am someone who can feel (somewhat rarely) romantic attraction towards anyone of any gender (or lack thereof), but sexy things are yicky (don't try to label me).
- I think the word "queer" has evolved to a fine word to use, thanks to early LGBTQIA+ advocates. Get over it.
Thank you for listening, and hope you hate me a little bit more :D

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Multi-sensor system using plastic optical fibers for intrinsically safe level measurements
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A system for measuring liquid level in multiple tanks using optical fiber technology has been developed. Oil field service industry or any sector requiring liquid level measurements in flammable atmospheres can be benefited from this intrinsically safe technology. The device used a single lens for the emitting and receiving fiber and it is based on amplitude variations as a function of the liquid distance and not in time of flight or phase detection. Being the first fiber-optic liquid level sensor with those characteristics for long ranges (>200 cm). A simple model to describe their behavior has been derived and tested on two prototypes. A Monte-Carlo method is used to fit the experimental data and obtain the model parameters. High accuracy between experimental data and fitted curve is obtained. The prototypes have a good linearity, better than 1.5% FS (full scale). Sensor heads are made of plastic optical fibers (POF) that are easy to handle, flexible and economical. They are excited by 650 nm lasers, housed in ST-connectors to obtain compact and rough prototypes. Optical multiplexing is used to increase the measuring safety area. Frequency division multiplexing is used to address each sensor head. A discussion about the influence of tilts and aberrations is also included.


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I abandoned digital photography six years ago and never looked back. I shoot with large format and ultra large-format view cameras and at least half of my projects are of the "in-camera photography" type That is, a photographic paper (either positive or negative) is placed in the film holder and exposed. No Talbot's negative-positive process! Instead, I "chose the daguerrotype": one shot, one photograph, one print.
I consider the way photographs are mounted as an opportunity and not just as "a way to show a print". Choosing an original, out-of-the box mounting can reinforce the message the photo wants to convey. I do not see anything wrong in being very creative in the mounting process as well (I did frames with Lego blocks!)
I was born in Milan, Italy and worked as an IT professional in the high-tech industry. I spent most of my time abroad and about 20 years in the US (Boston, Silicon Valley, San Francisco). I now live in Berlin, Germany and I have been working full-time in fine-art photography for the past eight years.
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"Took a didi from Lijiang to the cable car base. Its low season so there were still tickets available to buy, there are lots of queues to get on the bus and on the cable car but we are used to that travelling in China. The mountain is beautiful and it was amazing to get to the top and see the glacier up close. We didn't take any oxygen with us, just climbed the stairs slowly and rested often. The blue moon lakes were very pretty too."
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"In the Yulong Snow Mountain Cableway, visitors can take the cableway from the lower station of the cableway in Ganhaizi to the Glacier Park at an altitude of 4506 meters. After getting off the ropeway, along the wooden plank road laid on the glacier, you can climb to the highest point of 4680 meters above sea level, and feel the charm of snow-capped mountains and glaciers up close."
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"A day trip with the group, starting from Kunming at 7:30, arriving at around 10:40. Queuing for the cable car is long, it is recommended to hurry earlier. The scenery on the mountain is good, although there is no snow, it is not the season when the azaleas bloom, each quarter has characteristics."
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Swiss Super League side St Gallen are interested in signing Ghanaian youngster Obeng Ragan from Croatian side Istra.
Ragan has been outstanding for Istra this season in the Croatian top flight league, having already netted three times in 11 games.
According to reports, St Gallen’s scouts have been monitoring the performance of the ex-Cukaricki midfielder and are convinced about his qualities.
Regan joined NK Istra 1961 on a three-year deal during the last summer transfer window.
St Gallen already have Ghanaian pair Majeed Ashimeru and Musah Nuhu in their arms.
Istra are currently ninth on the Croatian League table after 16 games in the season.
The ex-Asante Kotoko youngster previously played for Napredak Kruševac, Inter Zaprešić and Čukarički.


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Yes, moose do chew their cud, which is a part of their digestive process. Moose are ruminant animals.
Moose are fascinating creatures known for their large antlers and imposing size. As herbivores, they primarily feed on plants and vegetation. Their unique digestive system allows them to efficiently break down tough plant material by regurgitating and re-chewing their food, a process known as cud-chewing.
This helps aid in proper digestion and nutrient absorption. Despite their massive size and strength, moose have a gentle demeanor and are often found grazing peacefully in their natural habitats. Understanding the behavior and habits of moose, including their cud-chewing habits, can provide valuable insight into their ecology and survival strategies in the wild.
The Moose Diet
The Moose Diet is a critical aspect of understanding the habits and nutritional needs of these majestic animals. Let’s delve into the specifics of what makes up the diet of a moose.
Moose primarily consume plants, such as aquatic vegetation, twigs, leaves, and bark. This plant-based diet accounts for their large size and energy needs.
Moose have specific nutritional requirements, needing high quantities of potassium, sodium, and calcium to maintain their health. Their diet must be rich in fiber for proper digestion.
Chewing Behavior: Moose exhibit fascinating chewing behavior, sparking curiosity about their rumination process and digestive system.
Moose engage in rumination, which involves bringing back swallowed food to chew thoroughly, aiding in digestion.
Moose Digestive System
- Complex: Moose have a unique digestive system that allows them to efficiently process tough plant material.
- Four-chambered stomach: Allows for effective digestion and absorption of nutrients.
- Microbial fermentation: Plays a crucial role in breaking down cellulose from their diet.
Comparison With Other Ruminants
In the animal kingdom, ruminants are known for their unique digestive system, which allows them to efficiently extract nutrients from plant material. When it comes to comparing the cud-chewing habits of moose with those of other ruminants, there are notable differences to consider. Let’s explore how this fascinating behavior sets the moose apart from its ruminant counterparts.
Differences In Digestive Processes
Moose: Moose have a complex digestive system that enables them to extract maximum nutrition from the coarse plant material they consume. Unlike some other ruminants, moose have a longer retention time for digesting food, allowing for thorough processing of cellulose-rich plants.
Other Ruminants: In contrast, animals like cows and sheep have a more rapid digestive process, leading to quicker turnover of food in the digestive tract. This difference in digestive efficiency influences foraging behavior and consumption patterns among ruminant species.
Moose: Moose exhibit a selective foraging behavior, preferring to consume a diverse array of woody browse, aquatic plants, and forbs. Their ability to efficiently extract nutrients from a varied diet contributes to their adaptability in diverse ecosystems.
Other Ruminants: On the other hand, specific ruminants such as cattle and sheep are known for their grazing behavior, primarily consuming grasses and other low-lying vegetation. This specialization in foraging behavior corresponds to differences in digestive processes and the type of plant material that each species can effectively utilize.
Do moose chew their cud? It’s a question that has puzzled many nature enthusiasts and animal enthusiasts alike. While chewing cud is a common behavior among ruminant animals like cows and goats, the same cannot be said for moose. Their eating habits and digestion process are quite different. Understanding the environmental impact of moose is crucial to comprehend their role in the ecosystem and address any conservation concerns.
Role In Ecosystem
Moose play a vital role in maintaining balance within their ecosystems. As herbivores, they primarily feed on vegetation such as twigs, leaves, and bark, particularly from deciduous trees. This consumption has a significant impact on plant communities and forest regeneration. By selectively feeding on certain plants, moose can shape the composition and structure of forests, influencing the abundance and distribution of various plant species. This unique role makes them an important piece of the ecosystem puzzle.
Despite their importance, moose populations face several conservation concerns. One such concern is the impact of climate change on their habitat and food sources. Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns can alter the availability of preferred plants, leading to food scarcity for moose. Additionally, the expansion of human activities, such as urban development and agriculture, can result in habitat fragmentation and disturbance, further threatening the population. These conservation concerns highlight the need for proactive measures to protect and preserve moose populations.
In conclusion, understanding the environmental impact of moose goes beyond knowing whether they chew their cud. Their role in the ecosystem and the conservation concerns they face are essential aspects that demand attention. By acknowledging their significance and addressing conservation issues, we can ensure the survival and well-being of these magnificent creatures in our natural world.
In the fascinating world of wildlife, humans have always been intrigued by the unique behaviors of various animals. One such curiosity revolves around moose and their eating habits. While we often associate cud chewing with animals such as cows and deer, there is a common question that arises: “Do moose chew their cud?” In this article, we will explore the topic from different angles, shedding light on various aspects of moose behavior. In this section, we will delve into the intriguing realm of human interaction with these majestic creatures.
Moose And Agriculture
When it comes to human interaction, the relationship between moose and agriculture is an important consideration. Moose are known to have a voracious appetite, particularly during certain seasons when food may be scarce in the wild. This can lead to encounters between moose and crops, causing a challenge for farmers and agricultural communities.
Some common issues that arise from moose encroaching on agricultural lands include:
- Damage to crops such as barley, oats, and wheat, which can lead to economic losses for farmers.
- Trampling and destruction of fences and infrastructure, resulting in additional expenses for farmers.
- Competition for grazing land with domestic livestock, leading to potential conflicts.
Given these challenges, it becomes crucial for farmers and authorities to find means of managing moose populations and mitigating the impact on agriculture. This can involve strategies such as:
- Creating barriers and deterrents to prevent moose from accessing fields, utilizing methods such as fencing or natural deterrents like repellent sprays.
- Establishing designated feeding areas where moose can find alternative food sources without damaging crops.
- Developing educational programs to raise awareness among farmers and the public about effective moose management practices.
Public Awareness And Education
Public awareness plays a crucial role in understanding and managing human-moose interactions effectively. Education initiatives are essential for promoting coexistence and minimizing conflicts between humans and moose. These efforts can include:
- Organizing workshops and seminars for farmers and landowners to share best practices for moose management.
- Conducting educational campaigns aimed at the general public to raise awareness about the behavior and habitat needs of moose.
- Collaborating with local wildlife agencies and organizations to provide resources and information on moose conservation.
By enhancing public awareness and education, we can foster a greater understanding and appreciation for the significance of moose in their natural habitat. This, in turn, can lead to more informed decision-making and sustainable coexistence between humans and moose.
Frequently Asked Questions Of Do Moose Chew Their Cud
Do Moose Chew Their Cud?
No, moose do not chew their cud. Unlike cows or other ruminant animals, moose have a different digestive system. They have a complex stomach that allows them to efficiently extract nutrients from plants without the need for chewing cud.
What Do Moose Eat?
Moose are herbivores and primarily feed on vegetation such as leaves, twigs, bark, and aquatic plants. They have a special preference for shrubs and tree shoots, especially during the winter when other food sources are scarce. Their diet mainly consists of plants that are easily digestible and provide the necessary nutrients to sustain their large bodies.
How Much Do Moose Eat In A Day?
Moose are known to have a voracious appetite and can consume up to 40 pounds (18 kilograms) of food per day. Their large size and high energy requirements necessitate the need for constant grazing. With their elongated snouts and specialized upper lip, moose can efficiently browse through a variety of plants to meet their dietary needs.
The mystery of whether moose chew their cud is a complex one. Understanding their eating habits and digestive process is important for conservation efforts. By studying their behavior, we can contribute to the preservation of their natural habitats and prevent further depletion of their population.


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CMU #95: Team Me
Total Tracks: 10
Duration: 1 hour, 50 minutes
Originally the solo project of Marius Drogsås Hagen, indie-pop troupe Team Me began gaining attention in their native Norway when they found themselves in the finals of radio station NRK P3′s new band competition in 2010. From there they picked up accl...show more
Originally the solo project of Marius Drogsås Hagen, indie-pop troupe Team Me began gaining attention in their native Norway when they found themselves in the finals of radio station NRK P3′s new band competition in 2010. From there they picked up acclaim from further afield with their eponymous debut EP, which was released in April last year, and well-received live shows all around Europe.
The band release their brilliant debut album, ‘To The Treetops’, via Propeller Recordings on 5 Mar, ahead of which CMU asked the band (then still a sextet, before the recent departure of multi-instrumentalist Synne Øverland Knudsen) to put together a playlist.
Explaining how their playlist was put together, the band said: “Here’s a collection of different songs that have influenced the six individuals of Team Me, and the reasons why they mean something to us. We’ve included personal comments relating to each track to give you a crash course in our diverse music taste. Hugs from Synne, Bjarne, Simen, the other Simen, Uno and Marius”.
Find out more about the band's playlist choices here. ...show less
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Opequimar Marina Vallarta in front of Regina Club. Directions will be provided with your confirmation.
Tour DaysSunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Tour Type: Bay Cruises, On the water, Outdoor Activities, Private Tours, Sea Adventures, Snorkeling, Sunset Cruise
This 62′ luxury catamaran was recently renovated to continue providing the best experience on board.
Due to its distributed spaces and its capacity for 80 passengers, Canuwa is perfect for a corporate event, for a birthday party, bachelorette party, wedding or group that you are planning.
Its spaciousness, food, premium open bar and our staff allow guests to travel with great comfort. You can do activities such as tours of the bay of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay, snorkeling.
- Model: Luxury Catamaran
- Feet: 62 Feet
- Maximum Passengers: 80
- Engines: 2
- Motors: Cummings 315 HP
- Speed: 10 Knots
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Heads: 2 Heads
- Bar Area: Yes
- Food Bar: Yes
- Captain and sailor are both bilingual.
- Marlin Salad
- Caprese Salad
- Crab and artichoke dips
- Open Bar: Beers, Vodka, Ron, Whisky, Tequila, Wine, Cocktails and Beer.
- Kayaks (2)
- Paddle Boards (2)
- Snorkeling gear
- Safety gear
- Liability insurance
What to Bring
- Cash for tips for the crew (discretional).
- Note: There is an Embarking fee per person of $3.00 USD at Opequimar.
- This tour is not recommended for expecting mothers.

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First, I would like to welcome you to the blog. I am very experienced with cars and I do have insider information when it comes to up and coming vehicles. My first review will be about the2011 Subaru Impreza WRX. This car is quickly becoming a favorite among insiders. So, let’s see what the buzz is all about!
The 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX gets some severe updates that give the car a little more chutzpa. A 1.5 inch wider track in the front and the rear gives the WRX a decidedly more aggressive stance that helps set it into a class all its own. What really define the 2011 WRX are the contours in the body. The front intakes also add to the aggressive sportiness, and the firmer rear subframe bushings (borrowed from the STI) complement the wider wheels (17 x 8 inches) wrapped in 235/45R17 rubber – creating a
flat-four that puts out 265 horsepower, giving the car great speed and versatility for its size. It only added about 34 pounds to its curb weight, so this car becomes really extremely fast.
Look out Toyota, the Sabaru is quickly trying coming to take a share in the Japanese automotive manufacturing. It’s a car everyone should at least test drive.


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10 things college students will never admitBetween substance abuse, mental-health issues, and soaring debt, being a college kid isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.
12:00 p.m. April 24, 2015
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Retirement news: the week in reviewLaw firm issues an in-depth client alert that will be helpful reading for anyone looking to get caught up on the language of the Department of Labor’s new fiduciary investment advice proposal.
9:57 a.m. April 23, 2015
Merrill chief says it’s time to work for clientsOn Wall Street, a call for transparency and a client-centered approach is borderline heresy.
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Jobless claims inch up, stay relatively lowFew Americans recently filed for jobless benefits, signaling that employers aren’t laying off many workers, a trend that may buck up some who were disappointed by the weak job growth seen in March.
4:30 a.m. April 23, 2015
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U.S. weekly jobless claims inch up 1,000 to 295,000WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) -- The number of people who applied for regular state unemployment-insurance benefits ticked up 1,000 to 295,000 in the week that ended April 18, signaling a low level of layoffs, according to government data released Thursday. Economists polled by MarketWatch had expected jobless claims to decline to 288,000 from 294,000 in the prior week. The average of new claims over the past month, a less volatile figure than the weekly data, rose by 1,750 to 284,500, the U.S. Labor Department reported. Also Thursday the government said continuing claims, which show the number of people already receiving weekly unemployment checks, rose 50,000 to 2.33 million in the week that ended April 11. The four-week average for these ongoing claims dropped 22,000 to 2.31 million, the lowest level since December 2000.
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Marco Rubio jumps to top of Republican pack in new poll Marco Rubio leads the Republican pack in a new poll; Hillary Clinton’s trade dilemma; conservatives confident they can kill the Export-Import Bank; and more.
11:24 a.m. April 22, 2015
Deutsche Bank set to pay record fine over LiborFRANKFURT-- Deutsche Bank AG will as soon as Thursday announce a settlement of more than EUR2 billion ($2.15 billion) with regulatory authorities in the U.S. and Britain in response to charges its employees tried to manipulate interest rates, according to people familiar with the issue.
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6:37 p.m. April 21, 2015
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China’s big grain reserves come with equally big problemsChina is building up the world’s largest stockpiles of grain in a bid to address food security, but this comes at the expense of higher costs, a distorted market and exhausted land, reports Caixin Online.
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A cold war is brewing between Guntur East MLA Mustafa and Deputy Mayor Sazeela. YSR Congress Guntur Senior leader Sheikh Shoukat made his daughter Sazeela as Deputy Mayor of Guntur Corporation in Deputy Mayor-2 elections.
Sazeela is actively participating in all Government and Party programs and is congregating support.
MLA Mustafa became wary and pushed his daughter, Noori Fatima as his heir. He took her to Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and also had her talk in the party Plenary.
Mustafa even had a tussle with the Deputy Mayor in the Plenary. To which Shoukath responded with a furry of abuses.
Mustafa is also accused of ignoring the leaders who worked in the Opposition and giving prominence to Jump Jilanis in corporation elections and nominated posts.
This group politics is damaging the party prospects in Guntur East constituency. YSR Congress won the constituency with a whopping 22K votes margin in 2019 elections.


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The Columbia County Library wants to help area authors gain exposure by inviting them to participate in a book signing and discussion.
"I'm hoping that some authors who are published that we're not aware of will present themselves to us, and we can give them some exposure and maybe help their career," said Sherryl James, the library's reference service manager. "They'll be helping us also."
James said the library has offered the program since it opened in March 2006, and more than two dozen authors, including Naomi Williams, Karin Gillespie, Mary Ellen Cooper, Patricia Sprinkle and Terry Leiden, have participated.
James said some works are better suited for book signings as opposed to both a book discussion and signing
The program is open to self-published authors also. James said she tries to draw authors into the library's meeting room at least once each month.
"If it's going to be a book discussion and a signing, what we'll do is try to get out the information early, so that people can read the book," she said.
Once an author contacts the library, the date for the visit is set six months later.
"I try to do them on a Saturday or a Sunday, because that's when we get the most traffic through the building," she said. "We normally ask them to speak anywhere from 30 to 40 minutes, and do a little (question-and-answer session) with the audience."
Afterward, authors are allowed to sell their books to patrons.
If she thinks an author's book will be popular among guests, it will be added to the library's collection, James said, adding that she also gives the authors tips on how to add their work to other area libraries.
She said she reviews each book beforehand to ensure a book's material is suitable for the library's audience.
"There have been very few people that I have turned down," James said. "I try to preview the book beforehand, because of course, I hate to censor something, but if I feel something is very inappropriate or is not conducive for the library setting, then I do leave myself that option."
For information, or to sign up for an author visit and book signing, contact James by calling the reference desk at (706) 863-1946.
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Inclusive education in the Canadian context: An exploratory study (New Faculty Start-Up Grant, 2020–2025)
The purpose of the study is to determine a state of inclusive education implementation in BC schools. The qualitative research design involves a set of classroom observations and reflective dialogues with educators, students, and families to learn about their experiences with education and schooling. The study aims to inform inclusive education theory, practice, and support teacher education programming.
Lives in classrooms described as inclusive: From the stand-point of equity-based inclusive education (Doctoral Student Research Fund, University of Kansas, 2019–2020).
The dissertation study aimed to understand the roles educators play in designing and supporting inclusive classroom communities and the degree to which students have participatory parity in classrooms described as inclusive.
Development and validation of school improvement tool / PI: Prof. Elizabeth Kozleski, Stanford, University of Kansas (KU).
Role: Graduate Research Assistant (January 2019–May 2020).
Schoolwide Integrated Framework for Transformation (SWIFT) Center, KU / Co-director: Prof. Wayne Sailor.
Role: Graduate Research Assistant (May–August 2019).
Comprehensive emergent literacy curriculum for students with intellectual disabilities in general education classrooms / PIs: Profs. Pam Hunt (San Francisco State University) and Elizabeth Kozleski (KU).
Role: Graduate Research Assistant (August 2016–May 2019).
The anti-slavery and human trafficking initiative / PI: Prof. Hannah Britton, KU.
Role: Graduate Research Assistant (August–December 2018).
Inclusive Education in the United States / Host: Prof. Dan Leitch, University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
Role: Fulbright Visiting Scholar/ PI (2014–2015).
The implementation of inclusive education in Zhytomyr region, Ukraine / PIs: Olexander Myzuka and Dimitris Argyropoulos, Zhytomyr Ivan Franko State University, Ukraine; University of Bologna, Italy.
Role: Researcher (2012–2016).


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This is one of Hapimag's smaller resorts so it doesn't have all the facilities that others do, but it's still great. It has a pool, free wifi, a small bar and a helpful staff. It's very convenient for Antibes and Juan les Pins with all their shops and restaurants, but also for the airport at Nice. The apartments are all a bit different and perhaps a bit dark but they also have balconies (ours even had two so we had sun almost all day) and most have a sea view. The nearest beach is less than 5 minutes walk and it has all the necessary amenities.
- Official Description (provided by the hotel):
- Antibes is the ideal place for experiencing the legendary Côte d'Azur. The residence is just a few meters away from the old town with its typical French charm. Swim in the azure sea, wander through the quaint little village and enjoy the lively high society night life. Stroll along the beach, walk in the hilly surroundings and visit cities such as Cannes and Nice. ... more less