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High-Performance Grid Computing for Cummins Vehicle Mission Simulation: Architecture and Applications
ISSN: 0148-7191, e-ISSN: 2688-3627
Published September 13, 2011 by SAE International in United States
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This paper presents an extension of our earlier work on Cummins Vehicle Mission Simulation (VMS) software. Previously, we presented VMS as a Windows based analysis tool to simulate vehicle missions quickly and to gauge, communicate, and improve the value proposition of Cummins engines to customers. We have subsequently extended this VMS architecture to build a grid-computing platform to support high volume of simulation needs.
The building block of the grid-computing version of VMS is an executable file that consists of vehicle and engine simulation models compiled using Real Time Workshop. This executable file integrates MATLAB and Simulink with Java, XML, and JDBC technologies and interacts with the MySQL database. Our grid consists of a cluster of twenty Linux servers with quad-core processors. The Sun Grid Engine software suite that administers this cluster can batch-queue and execute 80 simulations concurrently.
The scale and computing power of this platform has enabled us to automate VMS software testing, perform complex analyses to better the product-to-customer fit of Cummins engines, and deploy optimization tools for improving vehicle performance and fuel efficiency.
This paper presents the hardware and software architecture of this high-performance grid-computing platform and application case studies.
CitationBelludi, N., Receveur, J., and Raymond, J., "High-Performance Grid Computing for Cummins Vehicle Mission Simulation: Architecture and Applications," SAE Technical Paper 2011-01-2268, 2011, https://doi.org/10.4271/2011-01-2268.
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Rocketship soars to Common Council approval
Milwaukee's Common Council easily passed a deal with a California-based, tech savvy charter school network to set up a city-sponsored charter elementary school in Milwaukee.
The vote was 14-1, with Ald. Robert Bauman opposed, and came after a lively debate on whether to send it back to committee for another hearing. Ald. Nik Kovac lost, 10-5, on that move, after Council President Willie Hines argued such a hearing would be a circus dominated by pro- and anti-school choice forces instead of focusing on the merits of this particular school.
The Council also approved a charter agreement for a second school, the Milwaukee School of Academics and Character. Both schools are expected to open their doors in the fall of 2013.
Rocketship Education is a nonprofit management company based in Palo Alto, California that's gotten attention for reducing the achievement gap in the five elementary schools it runs in the nearby San Jose area.
The company applied for a charter from the City of Milwaukee that would allow it to open a publicly funded school in the fall of 2013, with the eventual intent to serve up to 4, 000 children in eight kindergarten through 5th-grade schools by 2017.
Each school would have to show measurable progress before subsequent schools could open.
The organization, started in 2006, currently serves about 2,500 students the San Jose area.
Larry Miller, a member of the Milwaukee School Board who is a retired Milwaukee Public Schools teacher and principal, raised questions about the Rocketship organization in a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel opinion piece last week, and had urged aldermen to go slower on their approval. Kovac said his move to table the measure for another hearing was inspired by Miller and others.
"My default position is that there's nothing wrong with a little extra democracy," he said.
Cindy Zautcke, the staffer for the city's Charter Review Committee that recommended the two schools, said she agreed with Hines and would "support efforts to be respectful of the process," and stick to the timetable for approval. The schools were the only two of seven original applicants that made it through to approval this year, she said.
Kristoffer Haines, director of national expansion for Rocketship, said, "We're excited to have the opportunity to open and operate schools in Milwaukee."
He said in meetings in Milwaukee in recent months, he's seen a "tremendous sense of urgency and collaboration and thoughtfulness as to what it will take to eliminate the achievement gap in Milwaukee."
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The species on this page are typical of north Florida oyster reefs. Dr. David Kimbro, Dr. Randall Hughes, and their colleagues are conducting an NSF funded study into predators and predator effects on oyster reefs. In addition, Dr. David Kimbro and his graduate student, Hanna Garland, are researching the drought-stricken oyster reefs of Apalachicola Bay. Included in the descriptions of species are links to blog posts related to both studies.
American Oyster (Crassostrea virginica) also known as the Eastern Oyster
Like the smooth cordgrass is the foundational species of a salt marsh, the oysters that comprise a reef create an ecosystem. Click to expand
Like the smooth cordgrass is the foundational species of a salt marsh, the oysters that comprise a reef create an ecosystem. Oysters can grow on any hard surface in the intertidal zone, though larval oysters tend to seek out the chemical signature of other oysters, landing on their shells. Once a larval oyster recruits to a surface, it is called spat. As oysters build their shells on other oyster’s shells, they create a reef structure which benefits the oysters as well as the many species that seek refuge within it.
They provide shelter for a number of predators and prey, and themselves are prey of animals like the mud crab and the oyster drill (and humans). The oyster is a filter feeder, consuming phytoplankton swimming in the water. Through that process, the oyster removes nitrogen from the water, potentially preventing algal blooms that harm other marine animals.
The oysters studied in David and Randall’s NSF study are intertidal, meaning that they are exposed at low tide. These tend to grow smaller than subtidal oysters like those in Apalachicola Bay, which remain submerged and are commercially harvested.
Hardhead Catfish (Arius felis)
In north Florida, catfish are dominant predators in the oyster reef ecosystem. Click to expand
Toadfish (Opsanus tau)also known as the ugly toad and the oyster cracker
The toadfish is a primary predator of mud crabs on the North Carolina reefs where Dr. David Kimbro and Dr. Randall Hughes began their research careers. Click to expand
These omnivores grow between 30-38 cm, and prefer to eat crabs such as hermits and mud crabs.
The toadfish is a primary predator of mud crabs on the North Carolina reefs where Dr. David Kimbro and Dr. Randall Hughes began their research careers. Though toadfish are native to Florida waters, Hardhead and Sail Catfish are more usually the dominant predator of north Florida reefs.
Blue Crab (Callinectes sapidus)
A popular delicacy in this habitat is the blue crab, which is the crab used to make Maryland crab cakes. Click to Expand
A popular delicacy in this habitat is the blue crab, which is the crab used to make Maryland crab cakes. Increasingly, Maryland imports their crabs from Florida, which has more robust habitats for them. On oyster reefs and in salt marshes, blue crabs are important predators that help control populations of oyster drills, mud crabs, and periwinkle snails.
Stone Crab (Menippe mercenaria)
Stone crabs have strong, meaty claws that are used to crush oysters. Click to expand
Atlantic Oyster Drill (Urosalpinx cinerea)
Oyster drills use their radula to bore holes into oysters and clams. Click to expand
Oyster drills use their radula to bore holes into oysters and clams. This species is found on the Kimbro/ Hughes sites on Florida’s Atlantic coast. The larger southern oyster drill has become a problem in Apalachicola Bay.
Southern Oyster Drill (Thais haemastoma)
This oyster drill species is a problem in commercial oyster fisheries, and large numbers have been found in Apalachicola Bay. Click to Expand.
David Kimbro presents his team’s findings regarding oyster predators in Apalachicola Bay. Click here here for more.
Banded Tulip (Fasciolaria hunteria)
The banded tulip is a predator that feed on oysters as well as bivalves such as clams. Click to Expand
Mud Crab (Panopeus sp.)
Panopeus species range in size from the miniscule herbstrii to larger individuals closer in size to stone crabs. Click to expand
Other Species In & Around the Reef
Black Drum (Pogonias cromis)
The largest of the drum family, the black drum is common in brackish waters such as those in which oyster reefs are found. Click to Expand
Pinfish (Lagodon rhomboides)
The pinfish gets its name from the sharp spines in its dorsal fin. Click to expand
Red Drum(Sciaenops ocellatus) also known as Redfish, Channel Bass, Spottail Bass, or Reds
The red drum is a popular catch for the sport fisherman, and is widely consumed by humans. Click to expand
Red Snapper (Lutjanus campechanus)
As juveniles, red snapper often use oyster reefs for refuge. Click to expand
Snapping Shrimp (Alpheidae family)
Snapping shrimp are known for their claws which make a “popping” sound that can be heard on intertidal oyster reefs. Click to expand
Striped mullet (Mugil cephalus)
Striped mullet is an international fish, found along coastlines of every continent except Antarctica. Click to expand
Thinstripe Hermit Crab (Clibinarius vittatus)
Hermit crabs occupy gastropod shells of all kinds, either finding them empty or attacking occupied shells. Click to Expand.
Hermit crabs occupy gastropod shells of all kinds, either finding them empty or attacking occupied shells. Dr. David Kimbro’s graduate student, Hanna Garland, had noticed that they were often a predator of crown conchs in the oyster reefs south of Saint Augustine. Those reefs had been overrun with the conchs. Read more about Hanna Garland’s Hermit Crab/Crown Conch Cage Matches here.
Find yearly landings for commercial fisheries in Florida here.


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When brands come under public scrutiny for getting something wrong, how they act in the aftermath will dictate the narrative going forward. Mike Teasdale offers four tips on how to best handle a scandal.
In last month’s column, I wrote about the new EU data privacy laws and the huge reputational risk for companies found wanting. I cited the recent Facebook/Cambridge Analytica scandal as the sort of PR storm that brands can find themselves in suddenly.
Facebook was forced to apologise, and we had the tragic spectacle of the Titan of the new world being grilled by the dinosaurs of the old world. I don’t know what made me squirm more, the sight of Zuckerberg in a suit, or the jaw-droppingly naïve questions he was asked in the US Congressional hearings.
For Cambridge Analytica, the fallout was even more severe. Their clients abandoned them faster than Usain Bolt chasing a Chicken McNugget and they have now filed for insolvency proceedings. By any measure, that’s a dramatic outcome and it got me thinking about how brands should act when the proverbial hits the fan.
First, act quickly. When video footage of a passenger being violently dragged off a United Airlines plane went viral in 2017, the company was slow to grasp the scale of the problem. It said it needed to ‘reaccommodate customers’ so that staff members could board who were needed in another location to cover an unstaffed flight. United’s CEO sent an internal email referring to the passenger as ‘disruptive’ and ‘belligerent’. How rude of the passenger in question not to be well behaved and friendly as he was being hauled down the aisle like a sack of potatoes!
Only after a social media backlash did United take responsibility and make the apology it should have made immediately after the incident. They said that ‘no one should ever be mistreated this way’. But by this point it was too late for the public to be appeased and United’s consumer perception dropped to a ten-year low. The passenger in question lost a couple of front teeth in the incident but United lost a lot more. Ten years’ brand-building went up in smoke because they failed to staunch a wound quickly. Ouch!
Second, engage problems head-on. It’s not enough to act quickly; you also need to tackle issues head-on. When Pepsi found themselves in hot water over their 2017 ad featuring Kendall Jenner as a model who leaves a photo shoot and joins a protest, they defended the message of the ad and ignored criticism from viewers who believed it trivialised the Black Lives Matter movement.
In response to mounting pressure, Pepsi pulled the ad and admitted it had missed the mark but, even then, its apology was directed more towards Jenner rather than viewers. They failed to engage with the problem of cultural sensitivity and, as a result, came across as tone deaf and managed to turn something bland into a culturally offensive landmine.
Third, be upfront. When the Volkswagen emissions scandal erupted in 2015, the company’s response was shifty and mealy-mouthed. Consumers felt the company was not fully owning up to its role in the scandal.
In contrast, their Belgian car distributor D’Ieteren fared much better by being open and honest. They built a customer care website with a huge FAQ section, gave regular briefings to the media, and supported dealerships with information for their customers. Media coverage of the scandal ended up being more balanced in Belgium versus other countries, and Volkswagen’s share of the market there did not decline like it did in other countries.
Fourth, mean it as well as say it. Given the scale of the oil spill (equivalent to 4.9 million barrels), the Deepwater Horizon tragedy in 2010 was always going to be a PR disaster for BP. Yet they managed to damage themselves further by coming across as uncaring and not committed to improving. Their website carried scant information and few links to Facebook and Twitter. They described the amount of oil and dispersant as ‘relatively tiny’ in comparison with the ‘very big ocean’.
Instead, they seemed to be busying themselves with self-preservation tasks. They bought up several search terms related to the spill on Google and other search engines. They deleted internal messages showing that they knew the flow rate of oil coming out of the well was three times higher than initial claims by the company. And the CEO demonstrated an epic empathy fail when he said “I’d like my life back.” Oh dear!
Of course, time heals. United, Pepsi, Volkswagen and BP all still scrape by on multibillion dollar revenues. The business of business goes on. But at the height of their respective catastrophes, they must each have felt like Julius Caesar did as he was being done in and uttering those famous last words “Infamy! Infamy! They’ve all got it in for me!”


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Good things are brewing at Cape Cod Coffee Roasters
Mashpee company offers a variety of roasts and flavors, facility tours, and more
Like most endeavors, success in the world of commercial coffee roasting requires a focus on and a commitment to the fundamentals. And in the coffee business, everything begins and ends with the beans.
At Cape Cod Coffee Roasters in Mashpee, the company uses beans imported from more than a dozen countries including Colombia, Costa Rica and Ethiopia, and the product arrives at the facility in large, 150-pound burlap bags. The burlap allows the beans inside to breathe, and if you didn’t know, the coffee beans—before roasting—are green.
“It’s really key to have good beans,” says Cate MacGregor, who owns the business with her sister Molly. “You really want to make sure your inputs are good. You need quality throughout the process. You can’t really skimp in those areas.”
In a back room, there is a small roaster where the beans are tested for quality and flavor—and to determine the best roast for them. If they pass muster here, the beans are brought out to the warehouse where they’re added to a massive furnace to begin the roasting process. The beans are roasted at temperatures ranging from 400 to 500 degrees, and each roast takes 10 to 15 minutes. In a given day, the staff roasts three or four different kinds of coffee, and all of the packaging is done on site. “We have a lot of capacity,” Molly says, “and we make it all here on the Cape.”
This coffee company’s roots date back more than a century, but the company did not have a presence on the Cape until 1970 when Demos Young branched off from his family’s business in Salem to open Cape Cod Coffee in Hyannis. Young later opened the Cape’s first roasting facility in Mashpee in 1987, and sold the business to the MacGregor sisters in 2011.
Filled with enthusiasm—and a passion for great coffee—the co-owners have been learning and perfecting their craft and growing the business ever since. “It’s been fun,” Molly says. “The learning curve was steep but we got there.”
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Colour relief map of the border area where Syria, Iraq, Iran and Turkey come together. [05-026c]
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In the world of construction, accuracy and precision are paramount. Contractors rely on a variety of measurement tools to ensure that their projects meet industry standards and client expectations. This article will provide a detailed overview of essential measurement tools used by contractors, highlighting their importance and functionality.
Tape Measures – The Time-Tested Essential
Tape measures are the backbone of any contractor’s toolkit. They come in various lengths, typically ranging from 16 to 35 feet. These tools are invaluable for taking quick and accurate measurements of length, width, and height.
Laser Distance Measurers – A Modern Marvel
In recent years, laser distance measurers have gained popularity due to their speed and precision. These handheld devices emit laser beams to measure distances, making them ideal for large-scale projects where speed is crucial.
Spirit Levels – Keeping It Straight
A level surface is essential in construction. Spirit levels, with their bubble indicators, ensure that surfaces are perfectly horizontal or vertical. These tools come in various sizes, from small handheld models to larger construction-grade versions.
Calipers – For Precise Dimensional Control
Calipers are used for measuring the dimensions of various objects with exceptional precision. They are especially useful in tasks where accuracy is crucial, such as fitting and finishing.
Surveying Equipment – Precision in Land Development
Surveying equipment, like theodolites and total stations, is used to measure angles and distances with high accuracy. These tools are vital in land surveying and large construction projects.
Moisture Meters – Ensuring Structural Integrity
Moisture meters are crucial for assessing the moisture content in materials like wood, concrete, and drywall. They help prevent issues related to mold, rot, or structural instability.
Digital Angle Finders – Angling for Precision
Digital angle finders provide accurate measurements of angles, essential in carpentry, masonry, and other specialized tasks. They save time and ensure precision in angle-cutting projects.
The Importance of Measurement Tools in Construction
Accurate measurements are the foundation of any successful construction project. These tools play a pivotal role in ensuring that structures are built to exact specifications, reducing costly errors and rework.
Factors to Consider When Choosing Measurement Tools
When selecting measurement tools, contractors should consider factors such as accuracy, durability, and ease of use. Investing in high-quality tools can save time and money in the long run.
Maintaining and Calibrating Your Tools
Regular maintenance and calibration of measurement tools are essential to ensure their accuracy. Follow manufacturer guidelines and seek professional assistance when necessary.
The Future of Measurement Tools
Advancements in technology continue to drive innovation in measurement tools. Contractors should stay updated on the latest tools and trends to remain competitive in the industry.
In the world of construction, precision is non-negotiable. Measurement tools are the unsung heroes that help contractors build safe, reliable, and aesthetically pleasing structures. Whether it’s a tape measure, laser distance measurer, or digital angle finder, these tools are essential for success in the industry.
Q: Can I use a regular tape measure for construction projects?
A: While a regular tape measure can be used, it’s advisable to invest in a construction-grade tape measure for durability and accuracy.
Q: What’s the difference between a theodolite and a total station in surveying?
A: A theodolite measures horizontal and vertical angles, while a total station combines angle measurement with distance measurement, making it more versatile.
Q: Are laser distance measurers difficult to use?
A: No, laser distance measurers are user-friendly and provide quick and accurate measurements, making them a popular choice among contractors.
Q: How often should I calibrate my measurement tools?
A: It’s recommended to calibrate your tools annually or after any significant impact to ensure accuracy.
Q: What are some emerging measurement technologies in construction?
A: Emerging technologies include 3D laser scanning and drone-based surveying, which offer enhanced precision and efficiency.


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Liberian farmers under the Community of Hope Agriculture Project (CHAP) continue to farm, using the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) techniques, despite the COVID-19 lockdown restriction that has caused disruptions within the country’s food supply chain systems.
SRI is a method used to increase the yield of rice and CHAP is the leading NGO in Liberia to encourage farmers to adopt the practice since it was introduced in the country.
The COVID-19 is negatively impacting agriculture globally, Liberia being no exception, as many smallholder farmers and other value chain actors find it difficult to increase production and access markets.
CHAP has initiated ways to keep farmers to enhance the SRI techniques to boost the cultivation of rice in its targeted counties, Nimba, Grand Gedeh, Cape Mount, Montserrado, Lofa, Bong, and Bomi during the lockdown. The organization has also encouraged farmers under the rice out-grower scheme “Rice Investment for Empowerment” (RISE) in alignment with the Ministry of Agriculture COVID-19 Food Security Plan that calls for farmers, processors, and traders to remain engaged.
CHAP is promoting the (SRI) principles for growing rice under the current health crisis as was done during the Ebola crisis in 2014-2015 under the regional SRI-WAAPP program, where they were supporting farmers in Grand Gedeh, River Gee, and Montserrado counties.
“We must keep the farmers engaged during this crisis to avoid the shortage of food, especially in these rural counties where imported food is not well accessible. The farmers are educated to observe the various health protocols while farming,’ said Robert Bimba, Executive Director of CHAP.
“Many of the SRI farmers under this Scheme are actively farming and our Farmers Advisory Service (FAS) is helping to support the team in the field. Several farmers are currently harvesting in Lofa, and Bong, while others are scaring birds, doing land preparation, caring for the nursery, transplanting, overseeing farm management and marketing paddy,” he added.
Bimba said that CHAP has engaged the MoA to make use of one of the four industrial rice mills in southeastern Liberia, financed by the African Development Bank under the Smallholder Agriculture Productivity Enhancement and Commercialization Project (SAPEC).
According to him, if the request is approved, it will boost rice production in the southeast using the SRI methods to increase yields and double the crop cycle twice a year.
Bimba added that they are working to ensure that farmers produce are bought in a timely manner to encourage them to produce more.
He further disclosed that they are promoting the use of technologies such as power tillers to increase farmers’ productivity.
“CHAP, under the I love Liberian Rice initiative, has introduced the Farmers RISE PaymentApp to promote farmers’ use of the technology. “We intend to commence training in two weeks targeting 10,000 farmers across the RISE investment counties along with Lonestar MTN,” he said.
“This will enhance timely service delivery for inputs and payment for our farmers,” he added.

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Anadolu Isuzu received the 'Bus of the Year' award in 2022, with the Interliner model, which is the pioneer of its segment with its environmentally friendly CNG technology, in the Sustainable Bus Award, the most prestigious competition organization of the bus industry. kazanwas.
Turkey's commercial vehicle brand Anadolu Isuzu continues to add to its global successes with its environmentally friendly and innovative vehicles. Interliner CNG, developed by Anadolu Isuzu to best respond to customer demands in domestic and international markets, was in the Intercity segment in the "Sustainable Bus Award" organization organized by seven important commercial vehicle magazines published in Italy, France, England, Germany, Spain, Romania and Slovenia. It was awarded the “Sustainable Bus of the Year 2022” award.
The jury of international experts of the Sustainable Bus Award evaluates the nominated vehicles with a wide list of criteria consisting of design, fuel consumption, emission emissions, safety, comfort, silence, material recyclability and general environmental commitments of manufacturers. Isuzu Interliner 13 CNG, which was nominated by the Sustainable Bus jury and evaluated together with other strong candidates in the Intercity segment, won the award, leaving the other nominees behind.
Isuzu Interliner is an environmentally friendly option in transportation
Isuzu Interliner CNG, with its 13-meter length, is the first and only vehicle produced in this segment in Turkey. In Europe, it is one of the three leading brands offering solutions in this segment. Thanks to its 100% Biogas compatible CNG engine, Interliner CNG, which has managed to reduce its emissions to acceptable levels, also provides advantages in fuel savings. Interliner CNG, which will serve in short distances between cities and cities, will make a difference especially in personnel and school transportation. The Interliner series also stands out with its large luggage capacity. Interliner, which has a luggage volume of 7,5 cubic meters, can provide services in both service transportation and tourism transportation areas thanks to the comfort and functionality it offers.
Developed in Anadolu Isuzu's R&D center and equipped with smart security systems, Isuzu Interliner makes a difference in its segment with features such as multi-functional instrument panel and fault diagnosis. With its comfortable driver area and passenger area, it provides the driver and passengers with the highest level of ergonomic benefit. Isuzu Interliner offers an important advantage to operators with its driver and driving scoring system. Designed by Anadolu Isuzu Design Office, Interliner, which stands out with its aerodynamic body, dynamic led signal and daytime running lights, digital instrument panel and innovative lines, received two important awards from international authorities with its original design. In 2020, he won the 'Gold A' Design award in Italy-based design competition A' Design Award; It was awarded in the Product Design category at the 2021 BIG SEE Awards, a design competition organized to encourage creativity in Europe.
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Anadolu Isuzu General Manager Tuğrul Arıkan said in his statement on the subject: We have placed sustainable production at the core of our business processes in order to support the goal of adding sustainable value to society and the environment. With the R&D studies we have done for many years to develop environmentally friendly applications, and with the new technologies we have developed, we bring nature-friendly vehicles to our sector. kazanwe are raising. We experienced great pride and happiness when our Interliner vehicle, which stands out as an environmentally friendly, safe and modern transportation solution for today's cities with its CNG engine, and which is the leader of its segment, was selected as the Bus of the Year by the Sustainable Bus organization. For us, this award means that our environmentalist and innovative identity and production quality are once again approved by an international jury. We will continue our efforts uninterruptedly to add to the successes we have achieved in our country and in the world with our innovative models and to further strengthen our position in international markets.”


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Owego Woman Admits Stealing From Her Employer
A Tioga County woman will be sentenced next month after pleading guilty to felony grand larceny in connection with the theft of money from her former employer, Impressions by Brianna.
47 year old Maria McGuane of Owego admitted stealing over $50,000 from the wedding accessories boutique between September 2006 and May 2012 as she used the business’s credit cards for personal items and kept cash transactions instead of depositing them.
The thefts were reportedly uncovered during a review of business records and practices.
McGuane had been employed by the Town of Owego business since 1999.


Lakeland, a city nestled in the heart of Florida, is a harmonious blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. Known for its stunning lakes and charming gardens, Lakeland also boasts a vibrant downtown area filled with shops, restaurants, and cultural venues like the Polk Theatre. The city is strategically located between Tampa and Orlando, making it a logistical hub that attracts various businesses and industries. Education thrives here too, with institutions like Florida Southern College enhancing the city’s intellectual landscape. As Lakeland grows, it maintains a commitment to community and sustainability, making it a promising destination for investment and a wonderful place to call home.


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Acclaimed author Salman Rushdie gave a powerful defense of free speech and Charlie Hebdo at sold-out UVM lecture.


On September 1, 2005, I started this blog.
Martin’s Musings was intended to be an outlet for me to share my thoughts on movies I’ve seen, music I’m listening to, my birthday, social media, and other topics I’m interested in. (Yes, even all the food I’m eating.)
And for eight years, that’s exactly what it’s been.
For a long time, blogging here has been something I’ve really enjoyed doing. Yes, Twitter has allowed me to get my “musings” out in shorter, more frequent fashion. But sometimes I want/need to write in more-than-140-character bursts.
Unfortunately, I haven’t felt much like writing these longer “musings” lately. Which is not to say I haven’t had things to write about. On the contrary, there’s been plenty. It’s just that my blogger-self needed a little bit of a break.
As I say on my “About This Blog” page, I don’t blog for money. I blog because I want to write. And I don’t blog every day. I blog when I have something I want to say.
Because this is a personal blog and not a professional one, I had the option of stepping back, and I’ve taken advantage of that.
Of course, that doesn’t change the fact that today is a special day for me. So on the eighth birthday of this blog, I wanted to publish something to mark the occasion, and to let y’all know that I’m still here.
Martin’s Musings will be back — hopefully sooner rather than later.
But in the meantime, happy 8th blogiversary to me!
Thanks for reading.


HSHS Medical Group is excited to introduce a video series that features their providers discussing the care they give patients, their specialty, and why they chose to work with HSHS Medical Group. These videos showcase the providers’ personalities, and viewers can see firsthand the enthusiasm and passion they have for patient-first care. Called Health Today, the series is hosted by Sonya Jones, HSHS Medical Group outreach representative and finalist on NBC’s The Biggest Loser Season 16. Health Today episodes will be released monthly and introduce providers practicing a range of specialties across central and southern Illinois.
In honor of American Diabetes Awareness Month, the first episode highlights Christie Razavi, MD, an endocrinologist at Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate at HSHS Medical Group in Springfield. Dr. Razavi discusses working with an interdisciplinary team and what drew her to endocrinology.
“I can tell you that we have skilled, compassionate providers, but it’s so much better to see this for yourself,” says Melinda Clark, chief executive officer. “Health Today offers a glimpse into the unique stories of our providers, their journey in health care, and the experiences that inspire them to be advocates for our patients’ health. It’s wonderful that we can share these stories with the community.”
Health Today episodes can be found on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oCPKc6zfQ4&feature=youtu.be, on the HSHS Medical Group Facebook page, or at www.HSHSMedicalGroup.org.


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The Galápagos Islands are your ultimate bucket-list destination. The islands are considered a national park, a marine reserve, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, due to their unparalleled ecosystem and the large number of species not found anywhere else in the world. Rare, singular, and unique are words often used to describe them. But, if you look closely, there are a few places that compare—just on a smaller scale.
Mona Island (Isla de Mona) is actually nicknamed the Galápagos of the Caribbean. Though Puerto Rico’s third-largest island, following the main island and Vieques, you’ve probably never heard of it, much less dreamed of visiting. The 14,000-acre island lies in the Mona Passage, in between the west coast of Puerto Rico and the east coast of the Dominican Republic. It was considered an important trading point, slave-boat stop, and smuggling route after Christopher Columbus spotted the island in 1494 and claimed it for Spain. By the end of World War II, it was only used for guano mining, wild boar hunting, and occasional camping.
Today the Mona Island Nature Reserve is known as a long day trip for adventure travelers and nature enthusiasts. Boats depart early from Mayagüez to cross the usually rough sea. Most of the limestone island is a flat plateau. Higo chumbo cacti, thorny trees, and poisonous plants cover the island. Cliffs, as high as 200 feet, drop into the sea on the north coast. More than 200 caves are full of Arawak art and carvings by early Spanish explorers. White-sand beaches line the other coasts. There’s an abandoned lighthouse toward the east. A short runway allows for small airplanes dropping off rangers and biologists. Plus a vibrant reef, full of black coral and purple sea fans, lies just beneath the choppy water.
But you didn’t come all this way to explore dark caves, a deactivated light, or deserted beaches. You want to see the animals. Luckily, it doesn’t take long. Mona Island is the largest hawksbill sea turtle nesting ground in the Caribbean, and mating season has just begun. Fences surprisingly line Playa Sardinera. They’re due to the feral pigs that eat turtle eggs. The pigs go after the eggs of Mona ground iguanas—Puerto Rico’s largest lizard—as well. They only leave the eggs of red-footed boobies and Mona yellow-shouldered blackbirds alone because they can’t reach them. They don’t mess with the fish-eating bats either.
The only creature you prefer not to see is the Mona boa. Though the three-foot snake isn’t venomous, its dark brown markings don’t give off a friendly vibe. But the sea turtles and the iguanas, the boobies and the bats keep you occupied anyway. By the time you’re riding the boat back to the mainland, you’re already planning that long-delayed Galápagos trip. It’s time to start checking things off that bucket list.


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Notice to Mariners
Erie Canal – Palmyra to Macedon
July 13, 2021
Mariners are advised that Erie Lock E-29 in Palmyra to Lock E-30 in Macedon will be closed for maintenance on Wednesday, July 14th at 7:00 am. It is anticipated that the locks will open later in the day, at the present reduced level. Updates will follow.
Boaters should plan their itineraries accordingly.
A chart showing the affected area can be found at https://www.canals.ny.gov/navinfo/charts/nyscce20.jpg
Features along the western portion of the Erie Canal are listed by mileage at https://www.canals.ny.gov/wwwapps/navinfo/navinfo.aspx?waterway=eriewestern
The Canal Corporation urges all users to register to receive updates through the “Notice to Mariners” notification program at www.canals.ny.gov.
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"Among 10,116 college applicants who participated in our 2014 'College Hopes & Worries Survey,' 61% said having information about a school’s commitment to the environment would influence their decision to apply to or attend the school," says Rob Franek, Senior VP/Publisher, The Princeton Review.
In order to find out more information about sustainability practices on campuses, these students can now download a free copy of The Princeton Review's Guide to 332 Green Colleges: 2014 Edition. This is the fifth year that The Princeton Review has collaborated with the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to put out the only free, comprehensive, annual guide to green colleges.
The guide features:
- School profiles with information on admission, financial aid, and sustainability initiatives, plus "Green Facts" sidebars reporting on everything from the school's use of renewable energy, recycling and conservation programs to the availability of environmental studies and career guidance for green jobs.
- Lists of schools in the guide with LEED-certified buildings and of those that are signatories of the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment.
- Advice for living green on campus, plus a glossary of 40+ green terms and acronyms from AASHE to "zero waste."
With Earth Day (April 22nd) right around the corner, make sure you download your copy today!


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Sheltered inside a warm banquet hall from a drizzly Sunday morning on Denny Way, more than 350 men and women from all walks of life were waited upon during their meal of biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and sausages as “Silent Night” was played from a grand piano.
Most of those dining, arriving primarily from parts of lower Queen Anne and Belltown, did not have a house to go back to. They were the welcomed guests of Seattle First United Methodist Church’s breakfast program, which began its new weekly schedule in October, opening its doors every Sunday morning. The program had previously been providing free breakfasts on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.
“It was confusing before because people would say, ‘every other Sunday,’ and then we’d have a month with five Sundays,” said the Rev. Sandy Brown of Seattle First United Methodist Church. “So the regularity is really helping, obviously.”
Brown said the church expects to keep the program running at a weekly schedule as long as there are enough volunteers.
“It costs us more for food, but the food is worth it. It’s worth it to do this,” Brown said.
Served with dignity
John Loacker, a volunteer with the program for 15 years, said the Sunday meals restore a sense of dignity to those who may not often receive it outright on the streets.
“It’s a sit-down; it’s not a food line,” Loacker said. “We use real plates. They’re waited on. They are treated with a certain amount of dignity and respect I don’t think they always get. Here, they’re seated, and it’s a hot meal.”
The breakfast program generally feeds about 250 to 300 people with each meal.
“What I like best about [the program] is it breaks that ‘us and them’ barrier,” Loacker said. “It’s great to help, but it’s also to cross this line. We’ve had amazingly few problems in 15 years — it’s astounding.”
A majority of Seattle’s homeless population were once residents in the city, according to a 2009 survey by the city, United Way of King County and the Committee to End Homelessness in King County. Of the 297 people surveyed, 58 percent reported living in Seattle and 19 percent elsewhere in Washington when they became homeless. Twenty-one percent said they were already homeless when they moved to Seattle from outside Washington state.
While there are no effective ways to accurately determine the number of all the city’s homeless — some stay in shelters, while others remains hidden and undetected — the Seattle King County Coalition on Homelessness counted 2,594 unsheltered homeless people on the night of Jan. 27, 2012, in selected areas of King County.
Loacker said the breakfast program requires around 24 volunteers each week and that while many of the volunteers come from Seattle First United Methodist Church, it’s been a great opportunity for students.
“What I think is great is we have kids here [volunteering] that need volunteer hours,” Loacker said. “I have kids who go to Ballard [High School] and McClure [Middle School] because we live in Queen Anne. My kids brought their friends down here to do their volunteer hours, which are necessary to graduate from high school, which I think is one of the best requirements they ever made.”
Volunteers also come from among Seattle’s homeless population or are those who were previously homeless themselves.
Edward Mabin has been volunteering with the program for about seven and a half years.
“When I started, when I joined the church, I was homeless,” Mabin said. “The time that I showed up, they needed somebody to cook, and I happened to be a breakfast cook. And that’s sort of how I became involved.”
Mabin has since been housed for five years and said the support of the church has had a lot to do with his stabilization.
The church also hosts a homeless shelter for 60 men in Queen Anne called the Blaine Center. Many of those men also volunteer in the breakfast program.
“When you come here, it’s kind of blurred as to who’s homeless and who isn’t, and I think that’s a great thing,” Loacker said. “It’s not so much about working. It’s about being here and breaking the barrier and engaging. Sit down and have a meal with someone who lives out on the streets — that’s what it’s about.”
Breakfast is served every Sunday at 180 Denny Way from 8 to 10 a.m. For more information, contact First United Methodist Church of Seattle at (206) 622-7287.
To comment on this story, write to QAMagNews@nwlink.com.

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Director of HSR&D Discusses Skills Needed by Future HSR&D Researchers
December 7, 2018
A recently published article in Health Services Research (Atkins, 2018) describes the skills health services researchers will need to remain “relevant” as the field of health services research (HSR) progresses. Researchers will need to be more flexible, nimble, entrepreneurial, collaborative, and innovative. David Atkins, MD, MPH, Director of VA HSR&D, offers several additional observations on the new skills researchers will need:
- Given a growing amount of important health services research funded outside of traditional Federal research funders (clinical partners contributed an estimated $47 million to analyses done by VA HSR centers), researchers will need to traverse the different worlds of research, quality improvement, and program evaluation.
- Researchers must be trained in how to partner with and communicate to clinical stakeholders, policymakers, and the “C suite” (senior leadership) of health organizations.
- Health services researchers will need to be comfortable in the distinct worlds of “big data” and “deep data,” combining quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Researchers designing clinical interventions need to understand implementation in healthcare and consider implementation early in the design.

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Question about Kenmore Dishwashers
Water runs out of the door of our older Kenmore Ultra Wash dishwasher. We have reduced the leakage by cleaning around the door and the seals, and by tightening the Torx fasteners on the side (the bottom ones were quite loose, maybe 1/8" backed out of fully tight).
We're assuming a water seal somewhere (inside the door?) needs to be replaced. Does anyone have a schematic or diagram of what to expect if we take the inner panel off the door?
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Br, couple of things you can look for here. Check the vent, you can just pop this out. Sometimes there is a buildup of gunk which will hold water during wash and leak down between the door. There is a seal there, part number 974782. Another thing is to check the upper spray arm for cracks or splitting. This can send a direct flow of water into the vent. There is also a seal at the bottom of the upper spray arm, part number 3376846. I was fooled by a leak like this once, it turned out to be a clogged vent...Catriver..post back.
Posted on Oct 01, 2006
On this model the vent is open and shut by a wax motor. The vent should be closed tight during the entire wash cycle and the first 6 minutes of the drying cycle. Check the operation, make sure there is not a bunch of gunk restricting it. If you are handy with a meter check the resistance of the motor. It should read approx. 2100ohms. Another reason for leaking at the base is oversudzing. Also check the upper spray arm for cracks or splits shooting water into the vent area. Catriver...post back.
Posted on Oct 23, 2006
SOURCE: We are having water leak
Try to fix the rubber seal which has come out by fixing it through super glue or apoxy seal which will stop the water spill and leakage.
Please give more details of you dwasher ..... the Make and model so that i can send you the manual for future use
Posted on Apr 06, 2008
I dont know what models but several models leaked thru the soap dispensor in the door.They were recalled. Check the manufacture for your model.
Posted on Jan 26, 2009
SOURCE: Door leak
Check the screws on the pump cover under the lower spray arm (the spray arm is easy to remove, the screws are torx - maybe a torx 10 or 15, so a regular screwdriver wont work). They come loose on ours every 6-12 months and spray water at the door, causing it to leak all over our wood floor. I routinely tighten those screws now before they come loose enough to cause the problem.
Replacing the door seal doesn't help - if you look at it closely the bottom of the door doesn't seal against anything, it just overlaps the front of the tub so water sprayed hard against the front (from a leaking gasket) can go under the door and up and over the tub front, making it look like a door seal problem.
Posted on Jul 12, 2009
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This weblog is about Athos. But every now and then I have to report something not directly related to the Holy Mountain, because of its importance or beauty. Today I will show some photos of the Greek orthodox monastery Mar Saba – Saint Savvas – in Palestina (or Israel if you like), that I visited on the 2th of March this year.
Its history is unique and amazing and the founding dates back to the year 483, when the Holy Father St. Savvas gathered with other hermits in the Judean desert, in the Kidron valley. The hermitage grew slowly and in 502 AD the first main church was build. And until this day we can count 1536 years of unceacing monasticsim on this spot. Read the full history here on the site of Mystagogy.
I took a taxi from Bethlehem and payed 120 shekel to get there (about 10 km). The cab driver waited for me to take me back. On arriving at the monastery religious women from a East European country were standing at the main entrance to pray and kiss the walls. Just like on Athos, women are not allowed to enter the monastery! Today only 12 monks remain: according to the monk I spoke it is difficult to find novices who want to live here in the (hot) desert……
The relics of St. Savvas are still in the main church and where shown to me by a nice monk, who gave me a quick tour in the church (and who spoke perfect English). The story about the remnants of St. Savvas is extraordinary: the crusaders stole the corps during the first crusade (1096 -1099) and took it to the church of Saint Antonin in Venice. The relics of St. Savvas were returned by the Catholic church in 1965, read more about this here.
Let’s have closer look at the monastery, first at the interior of courtyard chapel – nr 5.
Wasil told that is possible to sleep in the monastery and stay the night over. Beware, non-orthodox pilgrims are not allowed in church. The monk I spoke had many reasons not to include other Christian believers, because they made the wrong choice……. But he was thankful for the gift I gave him: incense made by Father David from kellion Timiou Stavrou in Provata-Athos!
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Female middle school substitute teacher, 41, 'charged with rape of male student'
- Kristina McMillan Kelly, 41, of Mobile, Alabama, arrested last Friday
- Alleged assaults did not take place on school property, according to Denton Middle School
Kristina McMillan Kelly, 41, of Mobile, Alabama, was charged with rape and sodomy of a male student
A female substitute teacher has been charged with the rape of a male student under the age of 19.
Kristina McMillan Kelly, 41, of Mobile, Alabama, was arrested last Friday and is facing two counts of second-degree rape, second-degree sexual abuse and two counts of second-degree sodomy of a boy.
She is also charged with three counts of a school employee having sexual contact with a student under the age of 19.
She was released on bail on Saturday from Metro County Jail in Mobile.
Kelly, who became certified as a substitute teacher in October, had two assignments last week at Denton Middle School in Mobile.
The alleged sex attacks did not happen on school property, education authorities told al.com.
According to records, Kelly has been married.
The Denton school principal contacted police when the allegations were made.
An internal investigation is liked to be conducted by the school in collaboration with Mobile Police Department.
As a substitute teacher, Kelly does not qualify for paid administrative leave.
MailOnline was awaiting a response from the school district.
Kelly had two teaching assignments at Denton Middle School in Alabama last week
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Take it up a notch with this easy Pumpkin Butter Toast! A quick 15-minute vegan pumpkin butter, smothered on your favorite toast, and topped with thinly sliced green apples and chopped pecans! It’s the perfect breakfast, brunch, light lunch, or appetizer for the holidays!
I’ve been in the kitchen cooking all things pumpkin the past few weeks! On the weekends, we’ve been indulging in pumpkin waffles and muffins. My pantry is already stocked with cans of pumpkins.
The one thing I used to hate is leftover pumpkin puree after making a recipe that you hope to use soon, but usually gets tossed out after sitting in the fridge for days.
I’ll be talking more on wasted pumpkin puree in another post coming later this week, but for now, let’s focus on a quick recipe using that leftover pumpkin puree!
Are you looking to use that extra pumpkin puree? Or do you need an easy brunch idea to serve for friends during the holidays? How about an easy festive appetizer?
If you’re nodding your head, then my Easy Pumpkin Butter Toast with Apple and Pecans is the answer!
Why This Pumpkin Butter Toast is so Awesome!
This vegan toast looks, tastes, and feels fancy, yet it’s so simple and easy to make!
Those tart green apple slices paired with sweet and thick vegan pumpkin butter, all on toasted bread, and topped with chopped pecans! What else could you ask for this Fall? It sounds and looks like a menu item you’d be super excited to see at your local cafe right? Now you can easily make it at home and enjoy it all week long!
Using Up Leftover Pumpkin Puree
I developed a recipe for an easy 15-minute vegan pumpkin butter recipe last year. It is super simple to make, requires only 5 ingredients, and takes less than 15-minutes! It has caramel-like consistency, contains no refined sugar, and can be stored in the fridge for the entire week.
My go-to snack in the fall is dipping green apples in this pumpkin butter. I’ll even eat a spoonful of the it for dessert.
The best part about this delicious fridge staple is that it’s the perfect recipe to use up any leftover pumpkin puree. But, I’d even open up an entire can of pumpkin puree for a double batch of this recipe.
Requires Minimal Ingredients
Assuming you have the pumpkin butter already made and stored in the fridge, this pumpkin toast requires only 4 ingredients.
- Pumpkin butter
- Italian bread (or any other favorite)
- Green apple
If you don’t have green apples, another variety will do, but you won’t get that sweet & tart combination that I particularly love in this recipe.
Pumpkin Butter Toast In Under 5 Minutes
Similar to most easy toast recipes, the key is figuring out the best combination and layers. Lucky for you, I did that part. So all you need to do is make some pumpkin butter and spend less than 5 minutes assembling this perfect pumpkin butter toast.
- Toast the bread while you pull out the pumpkin butter, thinly slice the green apples, and chop the pecans.
- Once the bread is toasted, spread a very generous layer of the pumpkin butter.
- Top with thinly sliced green apples and chopped pecans!
Repeat and make another, because trust me when I say one just isn’t enough!
Perfect Breakfast, Brunch, Or Appetizer
These pumpkin butter toasts make the perfect breakfast, brunch, or appetizer.
As I mentioned before, they look and taste fancy. So make a variety of different toast recipes for a fun themed lunch or party. You can also cut the toasts in half for smaller proportions and serve as a side or appetizer for Thanksgiving weekend or your next holiday brunch.
If you like this recipe or post, be sure to leave a comment and use the rating field! You can also tag me on Instagram with any re-makes, @vegetariangastronomy so I don’t miss it, as I love sharing them on Re-Make Fridays! Or you can help me spread the word about my recipes on Pinterest and Facebook!
Easy Pumpkin Butter Toast with Green Apples & Pecans
- Toast the slices of bread. In the meantime, thinly slice the green apples and chop the pecans.
- Spread a generous layer of prepared pumpkin butter over each slice of toasted bread.
- Top with a layer of green apples and chopped pecans.
- Cut the pumpkin butter toasts in half and enjoy!


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Four and a bit months with SG and we’re engaged.
That sentence is the easiest way of getting the message across. It’s not wholly correct from my point of view, seeing as i have issues with the idea of state/religion sanctified marriage and the legal definition of marriage as being between a man and a woman (in Australia) but there it is.
What I feel has actually happened is that I’ve met someone who I want to spend the rest of my life with and my level of certainty (and happiness) is such that I want to tell my friends and family about it. I cant actually see my level of emotional and intellectual commitment increasing from this. However, it isnt quite time to involve the state, its associated legal apparatus and to go down the financial merging path (although the latter is already starting to happen).
In many ways, a path that would suit me a lot better would be a celebration now (or pretty soon anyway) with friends and family and then a visit to the legal offices a year or two down the track by ourselves (and required witnesses) to register for legal and taxation purposes a change in our status.
The true marriage would be the celebration in front of family and friends, free from the intrusive presence of strangers in the form of state authorised “celebrants”. I feel that it is quite important to reclaim marriage for what it is, something that the state has no business in. In fact, I can think of nothing worse to be saying vows under the auspices and permission of some form of authority. Two free-willed adults standing up in front of their loved ones to speak their heart to each other is enough I think.
But political ideals aside, here’s the plan anyway: a year or two of travelling and then on our way back from to Australia for the first visit, a stop off in KL for any celebrations that need to happen for relatives there, a stop off in Brisbane for SG’s family and friends there (probably where the main event will take place) and then a smaller one in Melbourne for friends here.


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Marie Parry, Marketing Director at Scolmore Group, looks at how consumer demand is driving the smart lighting revolution in new homes.
The way we use lighting is changing. Digital technology is now crossing over with lighting and the smart lighting revolution is seeing fittings being turned into smart devices and these can then be used to monitor and control our environments. As the smart technology market continues to flourish bringing this technology to an ever-increasing audience of consumers, so the domestic end user is becoming savvy to the cost- and energy-saving potential that connected devices offer. As a result more and more new homes are incorporating smart controls and home automation as standard.
The control of lighting is becoming expected as standard to a whole new demographic that previously thought of home automation systems and connected devices as something solely for the wealthy. They see it not just as a means of controlling energy usage inside and outside the home, but also providing the ability to create zones and scenes throughout the home.
Home lighting is increasingly being seen as a lifestyle element that can be programmed to fit a household’s requirements. Scene controls or scene settings allow the illumination of an area based on the lighting needs and activities undertaken there.
Scolmore’s Click Smart Box is one example of how easily lighting and appliances can be controlled from a smart phone or tablet, via a downloaded app.
Designed with simplicity in mind, it can be easily integrated into a new installation and only requires broadband connection. The Click Smart Box simply plugs into the broadband router via an Ethernet port and the app is downloaded. Set-up is straightforward, with the app guide taking a user through the process, enabling the customisation of a home automation system to suit a homeowner’s particular requirements – such as providing extra security, energy saving, comfort and control.
Comprising three basic components, Click Smart Box, RF Receivers and a smart phone, the system can be installed from scratch on a new-build and it enables automation via phone for the whole family.
Critical information is stored within the Smart Box, making it easy if a phone needs to be upgraded or other users added – without affecting the settings. With all the settings stored on the Smart Box, there is no need to programme and install all the elements onto each individual phone. Multiple users can use the system to control their home.
With the app downloaded, it will take you through the various set up stages: adding and naming rooms, adding each element (an element is the individually controlled receiver e.g. for on/off, dimmer or shutters) and finally, scene setting. This brings the required, separate elements into one group to create a scene – e.g. for film watching, listening to music or creating ambience in a bar or restaurant. There is also the option to set schedules, which means that various elements can be created and activated at particular times to suit.


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camera disguised as a lighter isn’t new but a Zippo Lighter with a 6-mm pistol hidden within is something totally new. well, not really the newest new but in fact the said Zippo Lighter Gun was auctioned off back in 2006 for a cool $6,810. dubbed simply as “4mm”, this Zippo-branded lighter has barrel in place of the wick and instead of striking to light up, the flint striking wheel is the trigger. it came together with faux Ronson flint dispenser that contains eight individual copper-based 6-mm bullets. now, that just put a whole new meaning to the danger of lighting up. doesn’t it? a few more look of this awesome firearm after the break.


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White Ornate Frame - 7" x 5"
- Brand: Green Tree Gallery
Hold on to memories, good times, and those you love most with this beautiful White Ornate Frame. This resin frame features a gorgeous ornate design, a distressed white finish, clear glass, and plenty of Parisian flair. Just insert a photo for instant personalization!
- Length: 7 1/8"
- Width: 11 1/2"
- Height: 9 5/16"
- Frame Size: 7" x 5"
Display Hardware: 1 - Easel Back
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This is a fun and energetic class based on the lively high school musical dance routines.
The classes are designed to encourage children to ENJOY the art of dance and build self confidence through group work and creative tasks.
Drawing on popular routines from the HSM films, we create easy to follow, expressive and fun choreography.
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As COVID-19 starts to take up less of the world’s attention, the issue of climate change and green energy is growing. It’s impossible to ignore the impact of fossil fuels and pollution on our environment and our health, and that’s propelling hydrogen ETFs and alternative energy sources to the forefront. One of the rising stars of the green energy movement is hydrogen fuel. Hydrogen exists in enormous quantities across the earth, but only in a compound with other elements. Before hydrogen can be used as fuel, hydrogen atoms must be separated and stored securely until they are needed. Hydrogen is much less dense than air, so it took some years of research to develop safe, pressurized, inexpensive storage. Typically, fuel producers use electrolysis to harvest hydrogen from water. Up until recently, the electricity used for the process came from fossil fuels or natural gases, producing “gray hydrogen,” but with advances in technology, it’s now possible and cost-effective to use renewable energy sources and produce “green hydrogen,” which analysts consider has little to no carbon footprint. The Rise Of The Hydrogen Market Hydrogen has a long-duration discharge cycle, is very energy-dense when compressed into a fuel cell, and generates harmless water as a waste product, which makes it an excellent and green choice for storing and transferring energy. While hydrogen is flammable, the same is true for all fuels. High quality, durable containers keep hydrogen securely, plus hydrogen disperses quickly in air and burns at a lower temperature than other fuels.1 Over the last several years, technology has developed to make hydrogen a practical and cost-effective fuel choice, pushing interest in hydrogen stocks. Renewable energy costs have fallen, lowering the cost of producing truly green hydrogen in sufficient quantities, while the cost of hydrogen electrolyzers has decreased by up to 50% since 2015 and is projected to drop another 40-60% by 2030.2 Government incentives and international funding will still be needed to further promote economies of scale to make hydrogen production commercially viable, but the horizon of affordable hydrogen fuel has been established. Awareness of sustainability and decarbonization has risen in parallel with the tech, driving demand for green hydrogen and benefiting hydro stocks. Public opinion today is more concerned than ever to find alternative, environmentally-friendly fuels, and options such as solar power, wind turbines, and biomass energy aren’t able to provide sufficient, consistent and cost-effective energy to fully replace fossil fuels. Governments are enacting favorable policies towards hydrogen energy, and organizations are pushing investment in hydrogen. In Asia and the EU, governmental bodies invest over $2 billion annually in hydrogen energy, with Japan investing $560 million in 2019 and China announcing investments in hydrogen-powered transport of over $17 billion between now and 2023, while the US has invested $150 million each year since 2017. Politicians are committing to supporting the initial costs of building infrastructure and supporting rollout. The EU, Australia, Japan, the UK, China, and Korea have all recently announced green strategies and/or targets as part of their climate change policies.3 The shift to hydrogen fuel isn’t just a theory. There are already 7 active hydrogen refueling stations in the UK and 43 retail hydrogen stations in the US, with 19 more under construction. The cost of larger stations has dropped by over 40%4 in the last few years, and hydrogen fuel is beginning to be implemented in a number of use cases. In California, there are already close to 7,000 fuel cell elective vehicles (FCEVs) on the roads; Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Walmart Inc (NYSE: WMT) use hydrogen-powered forklifts in their warehouses5, and China and Europe are rolling out hydrogen fuel-cell trains and bus fleets.6 All this activity around hydrogen fuel makes clean energy ETFs a market that’s ripe for investment. How To Invest In This Market Bank of America already compared today’s hydrogen companies’ stocks to the pre-2007 smartphone market and the pre-dot-com boom, estimating that hydrogen will provide 24% of our energy and open up $11 trillion of investment opportunities by 2050. As of the end of 2019, the hydrogen market was worth around $150 billion and rising, as the tech becomes ever-more efficient. More and more companies are entering the market to build the infrastructure, develop more and better ways to extract, store, and use hydrogen fuel, and find effective methods for transporting and delivering it. The largest and most liquid enterprises are included in HDRO, the new Defiance Next Gen H2 ETF from Defiance. HDRO is the first US hydrogen ETF, offering an excellent opportunity to invest in hydrogen and access this new and expanding market while mitigating the risk of over-exposure to any single company. The fund tracks the rules-based BlueStar Global Hydrogen & Next Gen Fuel Cell Index, which in turn tracks the performance of equities and companies that generate at least 50% of their revenue from developing hydrogen-based energy sources, fuel cell technologies, and industrial gases. Some of HDRO’s leading holdings include Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ: PLUG), which offers a turnkey hydrogen solution and supplies hydrogen fuel cells to clients like Amazon, NASA, Home Depot Inc (NYSE: HD), and Boeing Co (NYSE: BA); FuelCell Energy Inc (NASDAQ: FCEL), a global leader in clean fuel cell solutions which has already built hydrogen power plants on 3 continents; and Bloom Energy Corp (NYSE: BE), the company that developed an on-site electric power solution that is a reliable, efficient, yet clean alternative to “dirty” energy. The HDRO ETF allows next-generation investors to take part in the green power revolution from the very beginning. ESG investors who care about the environmental, social and governance implications of their choices, forward-thinking traders who like to be involved in the most innovative and disruptive startups, and individuals and groups who are open to cutting-edge trends will all find a good reason to invest in HDRO. Footnotes 1 “So just how dangerous is hydrogen fuel?” Jacob Leachman, Washington State University, March 17, 2017. https://hydrogen.wsu.edu/2017/03/17/so-just-how-dangerous-is-hydrogen-fuel 2 “Thematic Investing: The Special 1 – Hydrogen primer,” Bank of America Securities, Global Research, 23 September 2020, p.5. 3 “Roadmap to a US hydrogen Economy,” Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association, 2020, p.4. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/53ab1feee4b0bef0179a1563/t/5e7ca9d6c8fb3629d399fe0c/1585228263363/Road+Map+to+a+US+Hydrogen+Economy+Full+Report.pdf 4 “Roadmap to a US hydrogen Economy,” Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association, 2020, p.70 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/53ab1feee4b0bef0179a1563/t/5e7ca9d6c8fb3629d399fe0c/1585228263363/Road+Map+to+a+US+Hydrogen+Economy+Full+Report.pdf 5 “Thematic Investing: The Special 1 – Hydrogen primer,” Bank of America Securities, Global Research, 23 September 2020, p.54. 6 “Emerging opportunities in the hydrogen market,” Rachel Crouch, December 9, 2020. https://www.projectfinance.law/publications/2020/december/emerging-opportunities-in-the-hydrogen-market/ The Funds’ investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses must be considered carefully before investing. 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After finding out he will get his NXT Championship rematch inside a steel cage in Melbourne, Australia, Samoa Joe promises disappointment for Shinsuke Nakamura and NXT General Manager William Regal.12/07/2016 - 17:30
Gurv and Harv Sihra take a moment to express their profound appreciation to the WWE Universe in India for their messages of support.12/07/2016 - 16:15
WWE Top 10 takes you back to this week's SmackDown LIVE to revisit the show's most thrilling, physical and controversial moments.12/07/2016 - 13:30
WWE's first Chinese recruit continues his progress at the WWE Performance Center, cinching on a headlock against former U.S. Marine Kenneth Crawford during training.12/07/2016 - 10:00
WWE invades Florida
Florida's Sweetbay Supermarket has teamed up with WWE to offer our fans special Superstar appearances and sweepstakes leading up to Survivor Series on Nov. 18 in Miami.
Meet World Heavyweight Champion Batista at Sweetbay Supermarket in Valrico, Fla., on Nov. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Copies of his new book, Batista Unleashed, will be available for purchase and signing (one item per person signed, first 500 fans guaranteed). Also, enter to win two tickets to WWE SmackDown on Nov. 20 at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, Fla., in a live drawing. The Valrico Sweetbay Supermarket is at 1101 Bloomingdale Ave. Call (813) 643-7211 for more information.
Meet SmackDown Superstar Rey Mysterio at Sweetbay Supermarket in Riverview, Fla., on Nov. 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. Also, enter to win two tickets to WWE SmackDown on Nov. 20 at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa in a live drawing. The Riverview Sweetbay Supermarket is at 6929 U.S. Highway 301. Call (813) 234-0865 for more information.
Florida is gearing up for plenty of live WWE events in the coming weeks. Check out the schedule below:
Saturday, Nov. 17: WWE presents Supershow; Germain Arena in Fort Myers, Fla.; 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 18: WWE presents Survivor Series sponsored by THQ-Smackdown vs. Raw 2008; American Airlines Arena in Miami; 7:45 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 19: WWE presents Monday Night Raw; Bank Atlantic Center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 20: CW 44 presents SmackDown; St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa; 7:30 p.m.
Visit the live events page for more information on tickets to these WWE events.
For more on Sweetbay Supermarket, check out its official Web site.