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The discovery of commercially viable oil and gas deposits in East Africa has caused a lot of excitement among ordinary citizens, as well as political and business leaders. This has led some sections of the population and leaders argue that the region could soon reach the take off stage and develop substantially like the Asian Tigers, on the back of the oil and gas sector.
Tanzania has huge gas reserves, while Kenya and Uganda have discovered oil and gas in commercially viable quantities, with first oil expected to start flowing in two-four years.
Uganda has about 3.5 billion barrels oil while Kenya so far has over 600 million barrels of oil deposits that have been confirmed to date.
Rwanda is also exploring for oil and gas, but has various firms involved in mining of different minerals like wolfram and cassetirite in different parts of the country, as well as the methane gas deposits on Lake Kivu.
These discoveries present huge opportunities and could potentially turn around the region into the Africa Tigers if the revenues accrued from the sector are managed well.
However, as the region starts posturing as the next big oil producer, with oil as the driver of growth, some experts disagree.
They argue that though oil and gas present East Africa Community (EAC) a big stimulus to develop and improve the lives of its citizens, the future of the region lies in agriculture and agro-processing.
Fredrik Lindblom, a partner and trainer in oil and gas contract negotiation and law-making at DLA Piper Norway, a global law firm, says the region’s demographics (EAC has a young population) and abundant arable land make agriculture the future development driver of the region.
“Agriculture has huge potential compared to oil which is a finite resource that will get exhausted in a few decades,” he says. He notes that when oil production starts, the revenue raised should be used to develop the agriculture sector, especially promoting commercial farming and agro-processing, instead of thinking that oil is the future of the trading bloc.
Lindblom supports his argument saying besides being a finite resource, the oil and gas sector employs few specialized workers, “but the agriculture industry is a mass employer”. This makes it better placed to contribute more to the region’s growth sustainably compared to the oil and gas industry.
He notes that what is required is to provide the necessary infrastructure and funding to agriculture to support its growth.
He was speaking on sidelines of a training workshop on oil and gas contract negotiation and law-making in Kigali last week. The training attracted lawyers from Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda.
Presently, the majority of the people in the region (up to 70 per cent on average) are employed in the agriculture sector directly or indirectly. EAC has close to 200 million people. Oil and gas, as well as mining activities require mostly specific skilled personnel, with just a few hundreds of unskilled laborers participating. This limits their trickle-down effect as far as influencing sustained regional growth is concerned, experts add.
Lindblom notes that it is important for oil firms to focus on the right kind of corporate social responsibility, involving those activities and ventures that support community development.
He says there is need to create realistic expectations among the people, arguing that unrealistic expectations can result in discontent and unjustified demands from the citizens, especially those living in resource-rich areas.
He notes that oil and gas laws must also be enforced to ensure benefits from the revenues are shared by all citizens. He says though there is need for local content, it should be at the right level, noting that it is important for EAC member countries to invest oil money in vocational training to equip the citizens with the necessary skills for industrial development.
“The oil and gas sector does not create a lot of jobs directly, but it essential to ensure that oil firms contract local suppliers and employ qualified residents,” Lindblom says.
Last year, people in the Turkana area in Kenya attacked Tullow Oil demanding for jobs, which led to suspension of operations for weeks. In Uganda, local suppliers are always complaining that the oil firms give contracts to foreign companies ignoring them, including small ones. However, the oil firms argue that most local companies in the region lack the capacity to handle such deals.
Meanwhile, Rwanda’s Minister for Justice and Attorney General, Johnston Busingye, says the fact that prospecting and exploration was ongoing across the region was indicative of a bigger resource potential than the region was currently aware of, and calls for better laws if the region is to benefit from its natural resources.
“The consequences of poor contracting and poor contract management, as well as unfavorable laws, can result into increased poverty, environmental degradation and social instability,” he said earlier.


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So often we read about what is wrong with Buffalo and Western New York and so infrequently we read about what is right. We are fortunate to have several entities that are clearly major jewels. Consider Our Lady of Victory Basilica in Lackawanna, Kleinhans Music Hall, the many colleges and universities, the Statler, the Liberty Bank building and City Hall.
When I really want to impress someone about Buffalo's cultural past, I take them to the beautiful Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Historical Museum next door, and finally to the Science Museum at the other end of what used to be a beautiful, tree-lined boulevard called Humboldt Parkway, now the Scajaquada.
This expressway efficiently carries many cars to their destination, however, I really miss having that parkway, with giant elms and riders of horses plying their way in the center. It was gorgeous. The Scajaquada is a testament to the sacrifice of beauty to efficiency.
My spirits soared last December while attending musical events in the OLV Basilica, and the Montante Cultural Center. I wished I could equally soar when looking at the Buffalo waterfront all the way from Fuhrmann Boulevard to Ontario Street. The Canadians across the river have already seen and implemented the obvious. Their waterfront is beautiful. Is Western New York any less deserving of that beauty?
At present, there is a huge building being brought to the ground at the foot of Lafayette Avenue and Niagara Street. Until recently all you could see was ugly brick when looking toward the river. Now, if you look past the rubble, you will see Bird Island and even a swatch of the Niagara River from that vantage point. If I were a CEO of a hugely profitable enterprise, I would want that view for myself as well as for those I provided a livelihood. Will a new structure of steel or brick cut off that beautiful view again in the shortsighted name of modernity, taxability, profitability and efficiency?
The Buffalo waterfront is the major Western New York jewel. Though it is now an eyesore in many places, with the possible exception of the marina and Front Park, our majestic waterfront could become our most beautiful jewel. I beseech our elected and appointed officials to make sure our precious waterfront is not once more turned over to commercial enterprises, but rather becomes a common park that will make our spirits soar for generations to come.
The basic tenet of architecture is that function precedes form. What is too often left by the wayside is the construct of beauty. Consider that beauty needs to be a part of form if there is to be quality present. In this paradigm, beauty actually precedes form because it precedes desirability, and desirability precedes profitability.
If we desire more investment in Buffalo, then make the entire waterfront a desirable place to be near or at least to enjoy visually. People, including investors, don't want to be around ugly.
Unfortunately, in the past, beauty gave way to narrow-minded emphasis upon function, profitability and taxability, which is now a deficit. Our waterfront has a disproportionate share of ugly, with some exceptions. I am convinced the future of Buffalo rests with our respect for our waterfront, our God-given major resource, which could become our major jewel.
Tom Caulfield, a retired professor from Canisius College, has lived in Western New York all his life, except for four years active duty with the Navy.

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Cholesterol Causes: Who does not like to eat cold-cold ice cream. Different flavors of ice cream appeal to everyone. Most people consume ice cream to get cool, some people like to eat it in desserts, but do you know that a bowl of ice cream can increase your cholesterol level to a great extent. Yes, in fact, ice cream contains a lot of fat, which can increase the level of cholesterol. So let’s know about the harm caused by eating ice cream-
ice cream and cholesterol
According to Health Line, if a person sleeps after eating a bowl of ice cream at night, then his cholesterol level can increase significantly. Actually, ice cream, which looks delicious in food, is a completely fat product, which can increase our cholesterol level.
ice cream increases obesity
Health experts say that if you want to be healthy, then you should not eat ice cream every day. Because it not only increases cholesterol, but also increases blood sugar level and obesity significantly.
Similar damage can be caused by sherbet
If you want to drink sherbet instead of ice cream, which is made from milk and sugar, then it can affect your health just like ice cream. In this case, do not even use sherbet.
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Two of Houston Texans’ starting wide receivers are out of Week 9 game against the Philadelphia Eagles, with one of them, Brandin Cooks is unhappy with the team.
Going into Week 9 of the NFL, Jonathon Taylor further aggravated his ankle injury and was sidelined in the Wednesday practice. Aaron Rodgers practiced for the first time in a month, albeit in a limited manner. There are six teams on bye in Week 9: San Francisco 49ers, Cleveland Browns, Denver Broncos, Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, and the New York Giants.
Here’s a list of all the injury updates of NFL Week 9:
Aaron Rodgers practised on a limited basis on Wednesday for the first time since Week 5 as his right thumb seems to be feeling better.
Due to an ankle issue, Tannehill was limited in practice on Wednesday, but he is still unsure of whether he will be ready to play on Sunday or would have to miss his second consecutive game.
Running back Jonathan Taylor was sidelined by the Indianapolis Colts to start the practice week after he worsened the right ankle problem that has been troubling him all season. The team will keep an eye on him during the week, according to head coach Frank Reich, and then determine where he stands in terms of his availability for Sunday’s game with New England Patriots.
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Running back Derrick Henry, who amassed 219 yards and two scores on 32 attempts in a victory over the Houston Texans, was limited in practice by a foot injury.
Running back Cordarrelle Patterson’s 21-day practice window was opened after Atlanta Falcons declared him eligible to be activated from the injured list. After suffering a knee injury in Week 4, Patterson was sidelined for the previous four games.
Chuba Hubbard returned to practice with the Carolina Panthers on a limited basis after suffering from an ankle injury.
Ja’Marr Chase missed practice as he recovers from a hip injury that will keep him out for a few weeks.
Due to illness, Damien Harris was unable to participate in the New England Patriots’ practice on Thursday. Harris will still have the chance to practise again for the Patriots on Friday and receive the all-clear to play this weekend.
Due to personal reasons, Cam Akers was unable to participate in practise, but McVay claims that the unhappy running back had a “good talk” with him on Wednesday morning, with multiple reports claiming that Akers wanted a trade.
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Cooper Kupp missed practice on Wednesday as he recovers from an ankle ailment. Sean McVay anticipates Kupp playing against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Cooks will not feature in the Week 9 clash against Philadelphia Eagles. He is seemingly upset about not being dealt with before the trade deadline.
Keenan Allen missed practice on Wednesday due to a hamstring injury. This makes his availability for Week 9 questionable.
Wednesday’s Miami Dolphins practise included Jaylen Waddle as a full participant. With two touchdowns in Week 8, Waddle is coming off a big performance.
Allen Lazard was limited in practice after missing last week’s loss to Buffalo Bills. Lazard was sidelined in Week 8 due to a shoulder injury
D’Andre Swift played against the Dolphins on Sunday after a three-game hiatus, but ankle and shoulder issues prevented him from practising on Wednesday.
Parker missed practice on Thursday due to a sprained knee.
Davante Adams was limited in practice because of illness.
Lockett was limited in practice due to a hamstring and ribs injury. In Week 8 game against the Giants, Tyler Lockett caught five catches for 63 yards and a touchdown.
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Metcalf was also limited due to a knee injury. On Sunday against the Giants, DK Metcalf hauled in six catches for 55 yards and a touchdown.
On Wednesday’s practice, the former Giants wideout wasn’t listed on the Chiefs’ injury report. He might make his debut on Sunday’s clash against the Tennessee Titans.
The Texans starting wide receiver suffered a groin injury earlier this season and is currently part of the inactives list in Week 9 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Kicker Dustin Hopkins didn’t practice due to a hamstring injury.


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Deputy Pearse Doherty has criticised the Government for approving recent changes to Legal Aid involving Personal Insolvency Cases which removes the debtor’s automatic provision of funding for a barrister.
The Sinn Fein member was speaking during a Dáil debate yesterday in which he described the changes as an attack on the most vulnerable and a coup for Banks and Vulture funds, the Donegal TD urged Government to reverse the move.
He said “This is an absolute scandal. We need to call a spade a spade. This is an attack on vulnerable people – people who find themselves insolvent.
“These are people who are going through the insolvency process, and people in respect of whose arrangements a PIP has recommended restructuring, which has been blocked by the bank.
“The Government has now restricted the fees available in such a way as to prevent those individuals enlisting the services of a barrister to fight the banks that are trying to block the arrangements suggested by the PIPs.
“When these reviews under section 115A of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012 do come before the courts, 65% of debtors are successful. They actually beat the banks.
“That is probably the core of this change because the Government is in the pockets of the banks, it is on the side of the banks and it is always against the struggling debtors.”
He added that we see that in a number of the initiatives this Government has brought in and said it is scandalous and needs to be reversed.
“We cannot have a situation in which banks march in with teams of barristers and solicitors and in which vulnerable debtors – who, as I have said, usually win in these cases – are allowed to be left in vulnerable positions.
“I call on the Government to reverse this decision, even at this late stage, and to make sure that there is equality of representation in our courts.”Tags:

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Gay Marriage will be made legal in Scotland, the SNP government announced on Wednesday morning, after the Scottish government finally agreed the framework for legislation.
The Scottish Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon made the announcement a week later than expected, after the Cabinet failed to hammer out the details at a meeting last Tuesday. As The Huffington Post revealed last week, calls by religious leaders in Scotland for there to be a national referendum on the issue were ruled out.
The expectation is that a draft Bill will be published later this year, but the SNP government has indicated that a UK-wide change to the Equality Act would be needed before any changes could be passed into law.
The SNP has also decided that if churches want to conduct gay marriages, they'll be allowed to do so. This aspect of the announcement will particularly annoy religious traditionalists, particularly the Catholic church in Scotland, which bitterly
opposes gay marriage.
The government at Holyrood says before any legislation is published there will be a "focused consultation with stakeholders", amid likely concerns about how those churches which don't want to conduct ceremonies will be protected.
Sturgeon said: ""We are mindful of the fact that the leaders of all of the other parties represented in parliament support same sex marriage and that there is significant parliamentary support for legislation.
"However, we are also deeply committed to freedom of speech and religion. The concerns of those who do not favour same sex marriage require to be properly addressed.
"It is therefore right that the next step in this process will be to consult stakeholders on any provisions that may be required, in either statute or guidance, to protect these important principles and address specific concerns that have been expressed."
The announcement comes on the same day as revelations surrounding the Archbishop of Glasgow, who suggested the late Labour MP David Cairns died young because he was gay.
The arguments over gay marriage in Scotland have become increasingly bitter in recent weeks, with claims that opinion polls have been biased in favour of the opposing sides in the debate. An Ipsos Mori poll carried out for the Equality Network, LGBT Youth Scotland and the Scottish Youth Parliament suggested 64% of Scots favoured gay marriage.
A separate poll by ComRes for the Scotland for Marriage group suggested half of respondents wanted a referendum on the issue. That poll was attacked for being "flawed" by those wanting the law to be changed.
The Scottish government carried out a consultation on gay marriage which produced thousands of responses. The exact timetable of the legislation remains unclear, with reports suggesting the SNP might wait until the UK government in London outlines its own proposals for gay marriage.
There has been speculation that the SNP might not enact gay marriage in Scotland until the UK Equalities Act - which affects the entire country - is amended at Westminster, as part of the coalition's separate plans to legislate for gay weddings.
The Scottish government said on Wednesday: "We consider that an amendment to the UK Equality Act will be required. We will work with the UK Government to secure agreement to such an amendment before the formal introduction of a Bill to the Scottish Parliament and with a view to it being in place before the Bill comes into force."


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The following is the text of a press release issued by Baker, Lyman & Co.:
(METARIE, La.) — Responding to industry concerns over sufficient TSMS service capacities for the impending Sub-Chapter M implementation, classification giant, Houston headquartered Germanischer Lloyd (USA) and New Orleans based Baker, Lyman & Co, Inc announced a strategic alliance last month.
The announcement followed several months of speculation following the end of the Sub-M NPRM Public Comment period of how USCG and the industry could address what TSAC and AWO have characterized as a serious market shortage of TSMS delivery service capabilities.
These service capabilities include TSMS Assessments/Plan Writing, TSMS Plan Certification, and TSMS Audits/Surveys.
Germanischer Lloyd (USA) and their sister company, Noble Denton, are global forces in the certification/inspection processes within the tug &barge, workboat, and offshore energy markets. Baker Lyman, a leading marine consulting & chart agent, has been a household name in the United States domestic inland & offshore industry since 1919.
The strategic alliance creates a TSMS “one stop shop” for Sub-M impacted operators. GL & BL will cross market each partners’ product & service lines creating affordable, scalable, and flexible TSMS solutions for any sized fleet.
Baker Lyman provides TSMS Company/Vessel Assessment, TSMS Plan Creation, CORSAIR Towing Vessel Record, and annual TSMS Internal Audits.
Germanischer Lloyd (USA)/Noble Denton provides TSMS Plan Certification, TSMS Audit & Survey Services, TSMS Vessel Reclassification, and TSMS Training through GL Academy.
Baker Lyman’s extensive TSMS business intelligence merried with Germanischer Lloyd (USA)’s expertise in the worldwide tug & barge market make for a powerful combination that is rivaled only by ABS domestically and DNV internationally.
The strategic alliance commenced operations in August with a network of sales, admin, and field personnel positioned in key TSMS hotbeds.

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It was time to say goodbye to Gozo, and we had asked at the San Antonio Guesthouse in Xlendi to order a taxi for us, as we wanted to spare time and the hassle of transporting our heavy luggage to the bus stop and then along two different and possibly crowded buses. The taxi arrived on time, and we soon were in the harbor. Gozo is really small.
You buy a ticket for the ferry only at the return trip – we had learned that already when we traveled to Gozo. So we got a ticket, and it was all pretty stress-free, as there weren’t many people leaving Gozo in the morning. We could sit outside and soon arrived in Circewwa, from where many buses go to different cities in Malta, including Valletta, our next and final destination in Malta.
We soon arrived in Valletta and walked from the central bus terminal at the Triton Fountain through the old town to our hotel for two nights, the conveniently located Grand Harbour Hotel. We were allowed an early check-in. The room on the fifth floor was small but decent and modern. Curiosity was the toilet, which basically is on the balcony (of course with walls and a ceiling) above the street. They also have a rooftop terrace, where we enjoyed wonderful views of Valletta, the huge ferries and the Three Cities opposite of Valletta.
We already did a walking tour of Valletta a few days before, when we stayed in Sliema. So, this time, we were in no hurry and could take a look at the things, we didn’t manage to see before. From the hotel, it is just a few steps into the old town, and we started our walking tour by visiting a cheap looking restaurant. We were in no time at St. John’s Cathedral and St. George’s Square to visit the Palace State Rooms of the Grandmaster´s Palace. The Grandmaster’s Palace is today the official office of the president.
The Palace State Rooms were included in our Malta Heritage Pass, which makes sense and saves money when you are in Malta for some time and plan to see a lot (we bought it on our first sightseeing day at the Ghar Dalam Cave). It is just next to the Palace Armoury that we already had visited. The rooms, including the Throne Room, are lavish and very interesting. Wonderful paintings, ceilings and a lot of marble.
Next up was the National War Museum, which is beautifully located inside Fort St. Elmo. It is a huge, modern museum with a lot to see, including the military history of the Great Siege of 1565 and World War II. In different sections, you find information, exhibition pieces, presentations, and films, while walking through the fort.
From the museum, we walked back to the hotel. After some time to relax and a visit the rooftop terrace of the hotel, we walked down through the Victoria Gate to Valletta Waterfront where a lot of restaurants are located.


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Warren-Newport Public Library District
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Board of Trustees
Adopted: July 12, 1994
December 10, 2002; October 18, 2011; September 17, 2013; July 15, 2014;
February 21, 2017; February 18, 2020
ARTICLE 1. PURPOSE
The purpose of the Imprest Account of the Warren-Newport Public Library District (WNPLD) is
to provide a method by which payments of less than $1,000 can be made when time is of the
essence and a delay of payment would cause additional expense or harm to the Library. The
Imprest Account may also be used to refund the fee for a lost item.
ARTICLE 2. GUIDELINES FOR USE
The following policy guidelines shall apply to the WNPLD Imprest Account:
At no time shall the book balance of the account exceed one thousand dollars
Checks may be drawn against this account throughout the month with the approval of
the Executive Director.
The total amount drawn from the account in one (1) calendar month may not exceed one
thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
Checks require one signature as listed on the signature card kept on file with the bank.
The signature card shall list at least three (3) persons authorized to sign checks: the
Executive Director and at least two (2) officers of the Board of Trustees.
Checks may be written for all purposes except payroll. Checks from this account may be
written only when an expenditure is required prior to the regular monthly review and
approval of expenditures at a meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.
A list of all checks written from the Imprest Account will be presented with the monthly
financial report for approval by the Board of Trustees. Each expenditure from the Imprest
Account will be assigned to its appropriate line item in the appropriate fund.
When the balance of the Imprest Account falls below $500, a check will be drawn on the
general account for reimbursement of the Imprest Account up to the one thousand-dollar
($1,000.00) limit. Such reimbursement checks must be signed by two (2) authorized
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Trustees, neither of whom endorsed any checks written from the Imprest Account that
month. The Executive Director may not sign such reimbursement checks.
ARTICLE 3. REPORTING
The monthly financial report shall contain the following information for each check:
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While I like the new update and it's support for the bow, I think it needs improvement because it's a little lacking. As you progress through the story, the bow can be upgraded, but the only difference I have noticed is a damage increase. (EVEN NEWER) Upgradeable Bow Parts (Chris) Instead of adding different bows or an entire skill tree dedicated to the bow, it could have a multitude of upgradeable and swappable parts that are either crafted or purchased. ■ The ability to upgrade the bow's fletching which increases it's projectile's speed (Chris) ■ The ability to upgrade the range of the bow via the bowstring (Chris) ■ The ability to upgrade the damage of the bow via the arrowhead (Chris) ■ The ability to upgrade the bow in a way that increases the drop chance of enemies items (Chris) ■ The ability to upgrade the bow's rate of fire via a mechanical bowstring that automatically shoots at high speeds (Chaldo) ■ The ability to upgrade its piercing via the arrowhead (Chaldo) ■ The ability to have damage over time via barbed arrows that stick in the enemy (Chaldo) ■ A light attachment that momentarily stuns enemies that come too close to the player (Chaldo) ■ A red dot sight attachment that shows you where the arrow will go (Chaldo) ■ A weapon attachment (like a bayonet) that allows the player to deal melee damage to enemies as well as shoot them (Chaldo) ■ A shield attachment that allows blocking while shooting (Chaldo) ■ A second (or more) quiver upgrade(s) to have more arrows (Chaldo) (NEW) Rather Than Making the Bow It's Own Class (Different Bows) (Chris) Instead of having skills for the bow in order to make it viable, create area specific craftable/obtainable (from enemies) bow weapons that would replace/be used alongside your current bow that do special things. Depending on how great/what type of effect the bow creates the damage would scale with the current bow upgrades you can buy while some are stronger, weaker, and do no damage, but have a special effect. Pumpkin Wooks ■ A haunted bow that has arrows that either scares or aggros enemies (50%-50%) (Chaldo) ■ A helloweed bow that uses vine-wrapped arrows ito stuns enemies by wrapping them up in the vines (like the helloweed) (Chaldo)Flying Fortress ■ A bow that fires lasers (Chris) ■ A bow that shoots the blue homing shots (similar to Amalet) (Chaldo) ■ A bow that creates the purple vortex of the guardian when it's arrows land, give a barrier to a nearby ally, or hit off of 2 or 3 walls (dependant on charge level) to create a laser wall (all toggleable) (Chaldo) Seasonne ■ An ice bow that shoots ice-coated arrows that freezes enemies (Chris) ■ A bow that shoots ice spikes (similar to the ice-slimes attack) that pierce through a lot of enemies (Chaldo) ■ A bow that shoots golden arrows at the enemy which makes them drop their money (Chaldo) Temple of Seasons ■ A bow that creates tornadoes as it flies which disorients and throws certain enemies around (Chaldo) ■ A bow that creates ice on the floor as it flies through enemies, and it slows enemies on the ice while freezing ones who are penetrated by the arrow (Chaldo) ■ A bow that creates a circle of thorns where it lands that traps/damages enemies (Chaldo) ***Maybe it could be one bow that is affected by the last season orb used while it is on a hotkey, and you can craft multiple bows (Chaldo) Mt. Bloom ■ A bow that uses the same (magic?) as spinsects that allows it's arrows to bounce off of walls at high speeds (Chaldo) ■ A bow whose arrows create field of special mushrooms that disorient enemies (Chaldo) ■ A bow that has the same mechanisms as fire shroomies and it's arrows spread fire spores around the room which set fire to enemies/the ground (Chaldo) ■ A bow whose arrows leak acid (different color from larvacid acd) over the ground that it flies over that deals damage over time to enemies (Chaldo) ■ A bow whose arrows are tipped with gas bombs that suffocate enemies (Chaldo) Tai Ming ■ A bow that shoots arrows into the ground which upturn unto the enemy (Chaldo) ■ A bow that shoots arrows high into the sky that "ground pound" dealing aoe damage with a shockwave effect (Chaldo) ■ A bow that shoots arrows infused with the souls of Echoes of Madness which will teleport the enemy it hits to a random location nearby (Chaldo) ■ A bow with a one-use arrow that you have to pick up afterwards because it has a monkey hanging onto it which throws things into the air as it passes them (Chaldo) If The Bow Had a Class Dedicated to It Skills After a bit of testing, I have found that the bow doesn't have a piercing effect which makes it incredibly ineffective against large groups of enemies, and it only seems to kill more than one enemy if they are in a tightly packed space. A chargeable bow skill which would allow you to shoot multiple arrows at once in a cone in front of you which would only consume 1 arrow, but it would use energy. It would be similar to blade fury, but with arrows and range. The higher the charge level, the higher the damage output. Another skill that the bow could have is a chargeable explosive arrow that shoots a bomb-tipped arrow, and it creates an explosion where it hits, and it would be larger and do more damage depending on which charge you used. This would also only consume 1 arrow, but use energy. The bow could also have an ability where it acts as a gatling gun. For example, the bronze charge would shoot 5 arrows, the silver charge would shoot 10, and the gold charge would shoot all of your arrows, and it would shoot them at a high speed. This skill would be used to shoot bursts of damage, and it has no use of energy because it burns through your arrows. For an area of effect skill, the bow could shoot out two arrows, one arrow in front of you and one in the back, when you don't charge the skill, and for the bronze charge it would be four arrows shot out around you, silver would be six, and gold would be eight. That or every charge is 8 arrows completely surrounding you that shoot out and the charge just determines the damage output. The bow would only consume 1 arrow for each charge, but the energy used would increase The final bow skill that I could come up with would be a sort of homing arrow where an arrow is shot and it automatically locks onto a target and goes through it doing damage. For no charge it would target and go through two enemies, for bronze charge it would go through three, for silver charge four, and for gold charge it would target and go through and damage five enemies. Items I believe the only item that affects bows in the game is the "Archer's Apple", and it increases your bow damage. I don't think it's a terribly balanced item, but since all it does is increase critical damage and bow damage if you want to use it you have to sacrifice a lot of defense in the form of a better hat. Although it may be intentional, it could be better to either add more archer-based items with better defense/special abilities or add talents that increase ranged damage to replace the "Archer's Apple" with more defense. ■ Adding rings to increase ranged damage like the stronger/smarter rings etc. ■ Special light armor that makes the character have faster movement speed since archers are traditionally agile with a lower defense. ■ A special accessory that allows you to move at normal speed while charging your bow, and it would be usable with the light armor. Talents ■ A talent that would increase ranged damage by 2% every level and have 5 levels. ■ A talent that increases your movement speed by x% per talent level while charging your bow. ■ A few talents that would give a chance to burn/chill enemies upon impact with flaming/frozen arrows. ■ Gives a x% chance/is a permanent affect to pierce enemies. ■ The arrow potion should get buffed more than +1 arrow when it has "Fine Taste" at max level ■ Allows the player to pick up x% of arrows fired from the bow. (Em0_oticon) ■ Allows the player to pick up x% of arrows that don't hit an enemy. (Chris) ■ Allows the player to pick up x% of arrows that don't kill an enemy. (Chris) Conclusion The main reason I'm bringing this up is because I recently attempted a play-through of the game where I used my bow as my main focus of attack, and in general it doesn't work out well. On the negative side, in comparison to my friend who was using two-handed weapons, who did massive damage to bosses and killed huge groups of enemies with ease, I do minimal damage to bosses and can barely kill 1 enemy with 2 arrows before my friend kills everything in the room in 1 hit. This is why I think the bow needs a serious upgrade of skills, talents, and items.On the positive side however, I feel like the amount of arrows you get is good with the "Archer Potion", "Fine Taste", "Alchemist", and "Ammo Scavenge" you are able to maintain a steady supply of arrows at all times. Random Side Note In Evergrind City, Griddle, who is the man sitting down next to the park playing cards, should have a Hearthstone-like mini-game where you use the cards you have collected in the game for either money or fun.


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Decorating a home office or studio space might seem like nothing more than a frustration. For instance, it may seem too small, or be filled with clutter. Instead of becoming frustrated and giving up, be positive and fix it up. Try using these creative ideas to create a unique space for work purposes.
Consider Lighting Options
You can find unique table lamps that combine style and add function to your office tables. These can create a more aesthetically pleasing environment. You can also use these to brighten up your work area. Besides this, try letting some natural light in by opening blinds or curtains. It may even be necessary to use both natural light and table lamps during the day for a brighter space.
Keep it Organized
Having a cluttered office can make it difficult to think clearly. Avoid frustration by keeping it organized. You’ll be more productive, positive, and successful. Throw away trash or recycle it, use a pencil holder, and hold cords together with a clip. Remove unnecessary items from the desk and room. Opt for multi-use and multipurpose devices to consolidate space. You can keep items such as framed photos, a book to read, or a bonsai plant on hand for breaks.
Add Unique Details
Make your space stand out by adding fun details. Find unique floor lamps that combine style and function, and place these in the room. They can be any color or design, as long as they fit your personal taste. Additionally, hang abstract art, paintings, or prints. Succulents and cactus plants are easy to maintain and can make the environment more peaceful.
Utilize Vertical Space
If your office is small, you can add vertical space. For example, put shelves on the walls to place objects on. Furthermore, fill up corners with plants or a lamp. You might even be able to fit an extra shelf underneath the desk if you need the space. You can purchase desk organizers such as compartments and drawers to keep the surface clean and organized.
Think About Color
The right colors can calm you down, or motivate you to begin the workday with a positive mindset. For instance, sunshine yellow can brighten your mood, while purple may inspire your creative side. Blue can be calming, and green may remind you of nature. You can use whatever colors you like, but limiting your palette to three colors will keep the room balanced.
Balance it Out
The key to decorating your office correctly is balancing it out. Try standing back once in a while to figure out what might be out of place. Further, consider whether there are too few or too many items in the room. Move objects around, or remove them when necessary. Continue with this process until everything feels right and has a balanced appearance.
Make it Yours
Since your space is part of your home, it’s okay to make it yours. Bring in a favorite book to read, or use stationery you love. You can make it casual, and place a comfortable chair or pillow in the room. Create a glamorous room, or paint it a neutral color. Most of all, have fun decorating your home office because you’ll likely be using it a lot.
With a bit of effort, your home office will be decorated with your preferences in no time. When it’s all organized and done, allow yourself to enjoy it. After all, you deserve a studio space that helps you be successful and fits your unique personality.

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Los Angeles public TV station KCET presents A Brief History of Bicycles in the Los Angeles Area on their blog. For everyone interested in bicycles or LA history–or both!–the article includes some wonderful photos of a bike-friendly LA from a century ago.
One particular bit of note:
Seeking to capitalize on popular interest in the sport, the Southern Pacific Railroad built a bicycle track and spectator stand in the beach community. The Santa Monica Cycle Path to Los Angeles was later built along the present-day route of Washington Boulevard.
Good timing on the blog post, KCET: tonight is the Hammer Museum’s 3rd annual Bike Night.


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The 20 counties east of the Cascades would become the state of “Liberty;” 19 on the west side would remain as the state of Washington. The border between the states would be the western boundaries of Okanogan, Chelan, Kittitas, Yakima and Klickitat counties.
“Since statehood, the lifestyles, culture and economies of Eastern and Western Washington have been very distinct and dramatically different,” the joint resolution says. “… The urbanization and rapid growth of the western portions of the state has progressively heightened this divergence of cultural and economic values.”
Federal law allows creation of new states with approval from existing legislatures with jurisdiction over affected areas. So the measure would have to pass the House, Senate and be signed by Governor Jay Inslee first.
This is the third year that Shea and McCaslin have introduced the same state-splitting measure. But the effort to divide what is today Washington state has been ongoing since at least 1901.
In the early 2000s, the late Sen. Bob Morton of Orient carried the Eastern Washington independence mantle. During his tenure in Olympia, Morton introduced a joint memorial asking President George W. Bush to create a new state, often calling the division “common sense.” Similar efforts occurred in 1999, 1996 and 1985. Legislative efforts can be traced back to 1915, by media accounts.
There were efforts to create the state of “Columbia” here in the 1980s. And there were efforts to create the state of “Lincoln” out of Eastern Washington, Eastern Oregon and North Idaho dating back to at least 1901.


Moms and Dads
Paolo Valenciano Let His Daughter Have More Screen Time And Here’s What Happened
She became a whole other kid…
We all know that screen time isn’t great — heck, for some people, it’s downright evil. Unfortunately, no thanks to the pandemic, it’s been a very, very necessary evil. Without parks and outdoor time, physical classrooms turned Zoom sessions, it’s virtually impossible to have zero screen time. It’s worrying for us all because really, there’s not much we can do about it. Being stuck indoors with the same people, compounded with the stress of working from home and managing online learning at the same time — it’s enough to drive any parent bonkers.
While we should consider ourselves lucky that these should be the least of our worries, dad of one, Paolo Valenciano, recently took to social media to vent out his frustration about the pandemic and excessive screen time. What particularly worried him was seeing his daughter, Leia become a completely different person after getting more screen time. Relate much? Here’s what else we found out…
Busy parents = more screen time
While Paolo and his wife, Sam, considered themselves lucky to have scored extra projects during ECQ, they weren’t prepared for Leia’s 360 change. The increase in projects made the parents busier, leaving them with very little quality time with Leia. So what’s a parent during ECQ left to do? Turn to screen time for help of course. “We decided to let her use her iPad an hour a day. She was the happiest (and cute with the blue light glasses, di ba?)!” Paolo shares, “But less than a week into this, we noticed a huge difference in her behavior. She started demanding for things, she started to snap at us and she didn’t wan’t to play with me anymore.”
Apparently it’s a normal thing. It’s called screen rage, which usually happens when one is forced to stop using an electronic gadget after prolonged usage. Studies show that because screens are sooooo addictive, they literally rage when the rewarding experience is removed — yikes!
Different strokes for different folks
Paolo and Sam did the right thing and cut the screen time immediately. They decided to spend more time with Leia, and after two days, the old Leia was back. “She let me read a book,” Paolo recounts. As tough as this experience was for the Valencianos, Paolo understands that all families have to do what they need to to make it work. “The iPad changed her behavior because she wasn’t used to it,” comments Sam. “We had a crazy week and allowed her to use it at a time and place that wasn’t usual. As soon as we noticed it and stopped, she didn’t ask or demand for the iPad. She’s OK, guys.”
Chito Miranda, who’s also a father to a young son, claims that screen time had no negative effects on his son. “He has an iPad, a phone (my old one), and a Playstation. Our deal is that he needs to finish his homework and school before playing, watches how long he spends on gadgets and continues to exercise outside,” says Chito in the same thread.
Whether we like it or not, screen time has proven to be the best babysitter we never really wanted, especially during this pandemic. We all have had moments where we’ve used YouTube when we needed just a few minutes of peace or popped on a movie because we’ve needed to take a call. Screen time is here to stay, but, as Chito, Paolo and Sam have pointed out, we need balance. We need to set limits and at the same time accept that a little screen time won’t hurt them. Like Paolo, we’re all just waiting to see when our children can play with other kids again, so we don’t give them more screen time than necessary.


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