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Research by the University of Nebraska Medical Center that aims at using the immune system to fight Parkinson’s disease offers what one scientist says is a potentially effective approach to battling the condition.
“It gives us a pathway,’’ said Dr. Stanley Appel, a Texas researcher who is familiar with the UNMC work.
A vaccine developed by UNMC researchers reverses an experimental form of Parkinson’s disease in mice.
The results are promising, but it’s still years before the vaccine would be available for any routine use in humans, said Dr. Howard Gendelman, a leader of the research and chairman of the UNMC Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience.
Even though the vaccine reversed Parkinson’s in mice, the best hope is that it could halt the progression of the disease in humans, he said. In other words, the vaccine would not be a cure for Parkinson’s.
Within two years, researchers could test if the vaccine is safe for humans, he said. Within five years, the effectiveness could be tested.
Gendelman and researcher R. Lee Mosley spoke about their new study of the vaccine at a press conference Monday on the UNMC campus. The study was published Monday in the Journal of Immunology.
Gendelman said the research builds on his past Parkinson’s work at UNMC. He said that about a decade ago he began researching how a vaccine could be used to trigger the immune system to fight Parkinson’s.
The latest version of the vaccine is significanlty more effective in mice and holds more promise to be effective in humans, he said.
Appel said he considers Gendelman a leading Parkinson’s scientist. Other leading researchers are at Columbia University and Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.
An estimated 1 million people in the United States and more than 4 million people worldwide have Parkinson’s, according to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation. Signs of the disease include shaking, slow movement and stiffness.
Monnie Lindsay, diagnosed with Parkinson’s 16 years ago, knows about the UNMC research and said she is hopeful.
“If they could just halt that progress that would be a huge step,’’ the 54-year-old said.
The Omahan said the disease makes it difficult for her to sign her name or stand and chop vegetables.
Because of weakened facial muscles, it’s difficult to smile. It makes her angry when an unknowing stranger in a grocery store line tells her to, “Smile it’s not so bad.”
The cause of the disease is the loss of neurons that produce dopamine, a chemical that controls movement and balance.
The loss triggers a response in the immune system that destroys even more of the dopamine-producing neurons. The result is that the disease becomes worse.
Injection of the vaccine produced cells that reversed the disease by changing how the immune system in mice responds to the loss of dopamine.
Human studies are under way at the University of Alabama-Birmingham and, within the next month, at UNMC to determine if the characteristics of the human immune system are the same as that of mice. If the characteristics are the same, researchers would know if the vaccine is worth testing in humans.
Appel said the UNMC work is the only Parkinson’s research he is aware of that focuses on using the immune system to protect the dopamine-producing neurons.
Other Parkinson’s research has focused on how normal proteins can become toxic and destroy the neurons, said Appel, chairman of the department of neurology at Methodist Neurological Institute in Houston.
Gendelman said the vaccine research does not involve the use of any type of stem cells.
UNeMed, the company that markets UNMC inventions, has filed a patent application for the vaccine, said Michael Dixon, president of UNeMed. The company is owned by the NU Board of Regents.
Gendelman and Mosley worked on the research with graduate students Ashley Reynolds, David Stone and Jessica Hutter.


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In the studio or online.
Similar to a regular yoga class -- including postures, breath work, and relaxation -- but catered to your individual goals, level, and preferred style.
Great for those with injuries in need of special modifications, beginners who are nervous to join a drop-in class, those with busy schedule, or individuals seeking a personalized practice.

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My website is for a photography studio & no matter how I try, it keeps saying it's a bed&breakfast. Not good for internet seaches. help??
Hi, I've had a website with you for several years and for some reason, it is listed under "bed & breakfast" and it's a photography studio. I have tried to correct and it just keeps going back. This is horrible for my google searches...HELP???

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Statement by Dr. Terry Brooks, executive director of Kentucky Youth Advocates
New data released today by the U.S Census Bureau reveal that 247,780 Kentucky children still live in poverty. The American Community Survey one-year estimates show 25 percent of Kentucky children lived in poverty in 2016, which was not a significant change from the 2015 estimate. This estimate reveals that the percent of Kentucky children living in poverty remains higher since the Great Recession began in 2008 (23.5 percent).
“Children thrive when their parents can earn a living and meet the basic needs of their family,” said Dr. Terry Brooks, executive director of Kentucky Youth Advocates. “And yet, year after year, we see an unrelenting pattern – too many kids across the Commonwealth growing up in poverty. Fighting poverty is a tough and complex proposition, but there are actions that can be taken at federal, state, and local levels that will immediately make a difference. It’s really about political will and not policy viability.”
The data released today places Kentucky with the 4th highest rates of child poverty and overall poverty among states.
Additional data released this week from the Census Bureau show that refundable tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), have the greatest effect on child poverty among all cash and non-cash benefits and resources received by families. In 2016, 4.4 million U.S. children were lifted out of poverty due to refundable tax credits.
“No aspect of a child’s life is more pervasive than economic well-being. Living in poverty literally permeates every aspect of a child’s life, including their health, reading levels, and workforce prospects. If Kentucky wants to gets serious about tackling childhood poverty, no idea holds more potential than a state refundable Earned Income Tax Credit,” said Dr. Brooks.
For years, the federal EITC has encouraged work while also helping working families who earn low incomes make ends meet. Nearly half of states have enacted a refundable state EITC as an additional temporary support for their families. The new report from the Blueprint for Kentucky’s Children, A State Earned Income Tax Credit Would Help Kentucky Families and Local Economies, outlines additional benefits of a state refundable EITC, including gains to local economies, increased workforce participation of adults, and improved workforce preparedness of youth.
“The EITC has a proven record of getting and keeping people working. It is, in fact, the nation’s most successful anti-poverty program. It makes pragmatic and principled sense to enact a refundable EITC right here in Kentucky. How often can one solution create real wins for our families, local communities, and the state economy?” said Dr. Brooks.
For more information or to request an interview, contact Mara Powell. Find the latest Blueprint for Kentucky’s Children issue brief, A State Earned Income Tax Credit Would Help Kentucky Families and Local Economies, here.
Year after year as we raise 3 of our grandkids, one of the parents claim them on their tax returns. We always have to mail our return and prove that we were allowed and should have been the ones claiming these kids on our tax returns. I don’t understand why the government doesn’t investigate this stuff. My 2016 tax returns are still not settled because the kids were claimed by one of their parents.


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If you’re a gluten-free beer drinker, you likely already know the headache of finding beer that is both delicious and gluten-free. That’s because the gluten-free beer market, like the general beer market, is courting many different types of beer fans. A gluten-free beer that’s perfect for someone avoiding gluten for gut health reasons may not be ideal for someone who has celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder in which gluten damages the small intestine. Read on for a breakdown of what might (and might not) constitute a gluten-free beer, as well as our favorite picks.
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The phenomenal rise of women’s sports globally
March 7, 2024
Today, March 8 marks the International Women’s Day. As per a recent report by the United Nations, 340 million women and girls will be living in extreme poverty by 2030. The importance of gender equality and the well-being of women in today’s world cannot be overstated. The last few years have been game-changing years for women’s sports. Changing cultural attitudes towards gender roles and stereotypes have contributed to the acceptance and normalization of women’s participation in sports. Efforts to challenge traditional notions of femininity, promote diversity and inclusion, and celebrate athleticism in all its forms have created more supportive environments for girls and women to participate in sports and pursue their athletic aspirations. Women are taking charge in the sports ecosystem which has resulted in women’s sport being further bolstered around the world.
As per ESPN, 80% of female Fortune 500 CEOs played sports in their formative years, which emphasizes the profound impact of early exposure to sports on women’s development. This is a testament to the invaluable skills cultivated from sports, skills that resonate far beyond the court or field. Of all transactions in 2023, 14% were women’s sport only deals, with an additional 34% of deals into mixed properties that involved both a men’s and women’s rights holder. Women’s sport deals in 2023 were largely concentrated in football, basketball and cricket.
In football, Michele Kang formed the first multi-club ownership group in the women’s game. While in basketball and cricket, several investments were made into WNBA franchises. The FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023 was a resounding success with record attendances.
Kansas City Current’s Co-Owner, Angie Long said: “As the first stadium purpose-built for a professional women’s sports team, CPKC stadium is a proof of concept in many ways. It will prove how investment and stadium ownership is the key to success for women’s sports. It allows these world-class athletes the opportunity to optimize their scheduled playing times and provides the revenue streams needed to reinvest in players and the fan experience. This is just the beginning and I believe it will cause a global ripple effect, bringing forward the success of elite facilities for women athletes. We can’t wait for Kansas City Current players to take the pitch and for fans to experience the electric atmosphere of CPKC Stadium. We are the first, but we won’t be the last.”
A recent report titled ‘Making Live Sport Matter’ reflects the UK’s ambition to maintain its reputation as a world-leading host nation through securing a programme of events, including the most impactful international events in women’s sport, whilst continuing to pioneer the integration of men’s and women’s events and the integration of Olympic and Paralympic sports.
The UK is already preparing to host the Women’s Rugby World Cup in 2025, the European Athletics Championships in 2026 and UEFA EURO 2028. The new list of aspirational hosting targets includes the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the biggest global sporting event the UK has never hosted, along with the Men’s Rugby World Cup, the Athletics World Championships, the Ryder Cup, the Solheim Cup and the Tour de France.
Meanwhile, in India the successful completion of the Women’s IPL auction set a new high watermark for the valuation of a women’s sports team. The league is now in its second season. It was the second big event with regards to women’s sport after the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in 2022.
Jinisha Sharma, Director of Capri Sports which owns the UP Warriorz franchise of the WPL said: “The opportunity before us as a women’s cricket franchise representing the state of Uttar Pradesh in India is immense. We are committed to leveraging our platform as an enabler to not only make sports more accessible but also to significantly increase participation among young girls. Our vision extends beyond the cricket field; we aim to be stalwarts in supporting women’s sports at multiple levels, fostering an environment where talent thrives and dreams are pursued with fervor.”
According to Deloitte’s 2024 Sport Investment Outlook, the global women’s sports market will see more investment activity and attract an expanding group of investors this year.
Women’s sport properties are predicted to create standalone commercial entities to align with growing appetite for investment and Deloitte further expects sports such as cycling, sailing and padel to attract investment given their increasing popularity, as well as a surge in minority investment in ‘premium sports assets’.

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Weddings are a magnificent representation of the festivities and rituals observed in a particular group or culture. One of the most gorgeous and full of traditions and rituals are weddings in India. For instance, the Vishwakarma matrimony traditions are distinct from those of other communities in India.
There will be several difficulties for individuals participating in the wedding in addition to the celebrations and procedures. From selecting your wedding invitations to identifying the best and most acceptable vendors, everything is in your Vishwakarma Matrimony. It takes a lot of effort, cash, and time to find the best people at the right time.
Most people start saving for their dream wedding as soon as they start earning money. Some people may find it challenging, in which case they will seek loans or take out loans from lenders. But we suggest getting a personal loan rather than picking any other type of loan. Since personal loans can be used for any kind of personal purpose, including your Vishwakarma Matrimony, they are widely available.
Furthermore, obtaining a personal loan without any security or surety is simpler. Only being a professional in the workforce qualifies one to apply for a personal loan. You can apply for a wedding loan if you’re a working professional to make your ideal Vishwakarma matrimony a reality. Let’s take a look at how to apply for a wedding loan for your Vishwakarma matrimony.
High CIBIL scores
A CIBIL score of 750 or better indicates great standing for an unsecured personal loan. Your credit history will be thoroughly reviewed and put through a rigorous analysis to determine your score. The credit score ranges from 300 to 900. High CIBIL scores boost your chances of receiving a loan with a low-interest rate and prompt approval.
Select Unsecured Loan
A no-collateral loan is your best alternative if you urgently need wedding finance. Keep in mind that you will need to use an asset, such as real estate, as loan collateral. If this is the case, you must show ownership proof and wait while the lender examines the security. The next step is dealing with the worry that comes from putting a treasured object at risk. By omitting all of these, you may focus on your Vishwakarma matrimony and gain from quicker processing with less paperwork.
Use Pre-approved offers
Based on your eligibility and supporting documents, the lender will assess your application to award a loan amount. You should be fully qualified, have a high credit score, and take advantage of a pre-approved offer. And your chances of getting a sizable marriage loan amount increase. These deals are to returning customers, especially to those with stellar payment histories.
Maintain a low DTI ratio
A low DTI (Debt-To-Income) ratio suggests that you have a better chance of managing your current and future debts. This raises your likelihood of being granted a personal loan for your Vishwakarma matrimony. Keeping your DTI ratio low also improves your chances of getting emergency funding. Therefore, keep your expenditures in check by adhering to a budget and not overusing credit. By paying off existing debt or lowering your debt before applying for a wedding loan, you can lower this amount.
Check for online loans
Modern finance technology can help you save time when it comes to arranging and meeting requirements for the loan. Choose a lender with 100% digital processes for the most ease. You can do this after comparing lenders and their wedding loan offers on the market. By applying for a loan online, you might spend more time on wedding planning rather than getting tired of paperwork. You may receive approval for your online application instantly because of the advanced processing capabilities. This will allow you to go forward with your wedding planning.
Check lenders with higher loan sanction rates
Another time-saving method for requesting a wedding loan is to do your research. Then locate a lender whose eligibility requirements you can easily meet. It takes time and works to raise your credit score. And these are two things that are in short supply when planning a wedding. Because personal loans for marriage are unsecured, lenders are quite picky about assessing your dependability as a borrower.
Your loan application may be denied if you don’t meet certain standards like age, income, employment, and CIBIL score restrictions. For rapid approval, picking a lender with clear conditions is essential. Choose a lender who offers high-value loans as another factor. This is crucial for financing your dream wedding and can help you easily cover all costs.
These are the straightforward procedures for acquiring a wedding loan, and you can find service providers by searching online. A list of banks that provide wedding loans appears when you search for “wedding loans” on Google. Additionally, the company that provides wedding loans will appear. Before selecting the best lender or service provider for your requirements and convenience, speak with a variety of them.

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Author Nick Falk and illustrator Tony Flowers are coming to Brisbane for one show only and it is at the St Aidan’s Junior School Library…because our library rocks (just joking. No not really joking…our library is cool). FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Saturday, 6 August 2016 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (AEST)
St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School – Junior School Library 11 Ruthven Street, Corinda
Nick and Tony will discuss dinosaurs, dragons and the smelliest people through history. They will introduce you to so some-splittingly funny poetry and some super interesting (and slightly ridiculous) history. Quality writing, mind blowing illustrations and lots of laughter PLUS afternoon tea, prizes, book buying and book signing. Your Saturday afternoon is sorted.
This event is aimed at male and female readers (and reluctant readers) aged 5-11ish. Tony and Nick engage readers and non-readers alike with their unique brand of absurd and funny books, but the depth in their work should never be underestimated. Between creating artwork, school visits and illustration jobs, Tony Flowers is also currently deep in reading, research and interviews for his PhD looking at theories of visual literacy and how illustrators encode visual literary elements in their work.
Nick and Tony are the team that brought us the ‘Saurus Street’ series (junior primary), the ‘Samurai Vs Ninja’ series (lower – middle/upper primary, Japan-o-philes, lovers of ‘Monkey Magic’ and dads who think they are ninjas), the ‘Billy is a Dragon’ series (junior primary) and ‘How to Stop An Alien Invasion Using Shakespeare’ (middle/upper primary). Their new history series is perfect for young readers who love ‘Horrible Histories’.
Numbers for this event are limited, tickets are free, book here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/nick-falk-tony-flowers-live-tickets-26630125422The titles of each book takes you to the Australian based online bookstore Booktopia. You can also compare prices on Fishpond and Bookworld for Australian purchases.If you live in the US or would prefer to use Amazon click here. If you live in the UK or would prefer to use Book Depository click here. Purchases clicked through from the Children’s Books Daily site result in a small commission. Commission is used in part to maintain Children’s Books Daily and to support community groups which connect children with books.

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It has been a while, I have been dealing with a lot of personal stuff the last weeks. This mix starts of slow and ends up with some rave-dubstep tunes. AND: 3 of my own songs! w00p w00p and welcome to 2011!
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Qinling Mountain Area Poverty Alleviation Project
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Qinling Mountain Area Poverty-Alleviation Project
This six-year project was designed to ensure food and income security for vulnerable poor people living in mountainous areas with limited and degraded natural resources. The project works with 128 of the poorest townships in north-western Hubei province and south-western Shaanxi province. Typically, farms are extremely small and produce solely for subsistence. The project's aims are to strengthen microcredit and other financial services in the area and to help poor people gain access to these services in order to begin producing cash crops and other income-generating activities.

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PUNE: Amazon Seller Services Pvt Ltd (ASSPL) have opened a in Chakan, on the outskirts of Pune. The new fulfilment centre will allow Amazon.in to offer its ‘Fulfilment by Amazon’ service to small and medium businesses in the region to gain access to service customers across the country, at significantly low operating costs, as claimed by the company.
Pune-based sellers, weavers and artisans involved in traditional textiles and local handicrafts would be able to reach a wider set of customers and provide a better customer experience through Amazon’s platform. More than 150 sellers across the state have already registered at the facility with many inbounding their products to the centre.
The fulfilment centre will also enable the growth of ancillary businesses such as packaging, transportation, logistics, and hospitality across the state. “Apart from benefiting sellers with better access to tools and technology, our centre will also enable faster and quicker delivery of products to consumers across the region,” he added.
The centre in Chakan is spread over 55,000 square feet with 1,40,000 cubic feet storage space. Amazon has 21 fulfilment centres operational across 10 states in India so far with a total storage capacity of over five million cubic feet.
On Tuesday, the company's human resources department sent an email to its employees that the staff should “not succumb to rumours and neither we should make irresponsible comments,” according to an employee who has seen the communication.
A mountain of apparel stock has been piling up in stores, distribution centers, warehouses and even shipping containers during months of COVID-19 lockdowns. As retailers reopen around the world, they have to work out how to get rid of it.


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ASTONISHING SWORDSMEN & SORCERERS of HYPERBOREA™ PLAYERS' MANUALPUBLISHER'S NOTE: This PDF comprises the first half of Astonishing Swordsmen & Sorcerers of Hyperborea (Compleat Second Edition). If you have that PDF, you do not NEED this one. This PDF contains all the information that a player needs. The compleat edition contains all the... [click here for more]
Cyber Crawl Classics: Cybernetics is the first in a series of Supplements for Dungeon Crawl Classics.
It features cybernetics to allow DCC to be played in a World of Fantasy mixed with the CyberPunk Genre, a world wherer Magic and Technology exist together. Dungeon Crawl Classics is required to play. ... [click here for more]
CyberCrawl: Cybernetics for Fifth Edition allows you to mix 5E with the CyberPunk genre. It provides cyberware, the Hacker sub-class for the Rogue, simple hacking rules, firearms, and explosives.
This Supplement is designed to be used with the Fifth Edition of the World's Most Popular RPG. ... [click here for more]
SPACE DUNGEON combines old-school feel with the vibe of Golden Age SF.
It is a Science Fiction Role-Playing Game (SFRPG) standing proudly in the tradition of the Old School Revival (OSR) and is released under the terms of the Open Game License (OGL).
It is my personal answer to the speculative question: "What would have happened had the authors of the Original Role-Playing Game... [click here for more]
Star Dogs is a super simple space opera tabletop roleplaying game. It is designed to be picked up and played as quickly as possible and for the focus to be on the galactic hi-jinx taking place at the table - not flipping through pages in search of specific rules.
Star Dogs has straightforward and easy to play rules for combat, skill tests, vehicle combat, space combat, space magic, cybernetic augmentation,... [click here for more]


“As previously reported, Type O Negative keyboardist Josh Silver confirmed to blabbermouth.net that Peter Steele passed away yesterday (Wednesday, April 14) at the age of 48. No official cause of death has yet been released, but it is believed that Steele died of heart failure. According to unconfirmed reports, Steele had been ill for days leading up to his death.
Steele was born Petrus T. Ratajczyk on January 4, 1962 in Brooklyn, New York. He stood 6′ 7″ tall, and had a low, bass-heavy voice, which was one of the most recognizable features in Type O Negative’s music. Before forming Type O Negative, Steele played for the metal group Fallout and the thrash band Carnivore.”
This news just kills me. Forty-eight year old men aren’t supposed to die of heart failure. I’ve seen Type O Negative live more times than I could even recount and their shows were always memorable and amazing. Especially their “Annual” Halloween shows at NYC’s Roseland Ballroom – who remembers those? Amazing! Besides being super talented and beyond gorgeous, Pete Steele was also the nicest guy to his fans. He even signed the cover of my Playgirl issue that had his centerfold spread in it – which is framed and hanging on my wall to this day. What a fucking tragedy for the music industry. He will be so missed.
You can read my really fun interview with Peter Steele from 2003 at This link. You can tell he had a unique and engaging sense of humor. Rest in peace, Pete.


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Needle Exchange and the HIV Epidemic in Vancouver : Lessons Learned from 15 years of research Hyshka, Elaine; Strathdee, Steffanie A.; Wood, Evan; Kerr, Thomas
During the mid-1990s, Vancouver experienced a well characterized HIV outbreak among injection drug users (IDU) and many questioned how this could occur in the presence of a high volume needle exchange program (NEP). Specific concerns were fuelled by early research demonstrating that frequent needle exchange program attendees were more likely to be HIV positive than those who attended the NEP less frequently. Since then, some have misinterpreted this finding as evidence that NEPs are ineffective or potentially harmful. In light of continuing questions about the Vancouver HIV epidemic, we review 15 years of peer-reviewed research on Vancouver’s NEP to describe what has been learned through this work. Our review demonstrates that: 1) NEP attendance is not causally associated with HIV infection, 2) frequent attendees of Vancouver’s NEP have higher risk profiles which explain their increased risk of HIV seroconversion, and 3) a number of policy concerns, as well as the high prevalence of cocaine injecting contributed to the failure of the NEP to prevent the outbreak. Additionally, we highlight several improvements to Vancouver’s NEP that contributed to declines in syringe sharing and HIV incidence. Vancouver’s experience provides a number of important lessons regarding NEP. Keys to success include refocusing the NEP away from an emphasis on public order objectives by separating distribution and collection functions, removing syringe distribution limits and decentralizing and diversifying NEP services. Additionally, our review highlights the importance of context when implementing NEPs, as well as ongoing evaluation to identify factors that constrain or improve access to sterile syringes.
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They drive by night
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They just don't make 'em like They Drive By Night anymore. This slam-bang Warner Bros. attraction stars George Raft and Humphrey Bogart as Joe and Paul Fabrini, owners of a small but scrappy trucking firm. The film deftly combines comedy with thrills for the first half-hour or so, as the Fabrini boys battle crooked distributors and unscrupulous rivals while establishing their transport company. Things take a potentially tragic turn when the overworked Paul Fabrini falls asleep at the wheel and cracks up, losing an arm in the accident. He's pretty bitter for a while, but, with the help of his loving wife, Pearl (Gale Page), Paul eventually snaps out of his self-pity and goes to work as a dispatcher for the Fabrinis' company. Meanwhile, Joe's on-and-off romance with wisecracking waitress Cassie Hartley (Ann Sheridan) is threatened by the presence of seductive Lana Carlsen (Ida Lupino), the wife of glad-handing trucking executive Ed Carlsen (Alan Hale). At this point, the film metamorphoses into a remake of the 1935 Paul Muni-Bette Davis vehicle Bordertown. Desperately in love with Joe, Lana murders her husband, making it look like an accident, then offers Joe half-interest in Carlsen's organization. Joe accepts the offer, but spurns Lana's romantic overtures, whereupon the scheming vixen accuses Joe of plotting Carlsen's murder. Thus, the stage is set for a spectacular courtroom finale, completely dominated by a demented Lana, whose "mad scene" rivals those of Ophelia and Lucia di Lammermoor. In addition to the full-blooded performances by the stars and the virile direction by Raoul Walsh, They Drive By Night benefits immeasurably from the nonstop brilliant dialogue by Jerry Wald and Richard Macaulay -- especially in an early lunch-counter scene between Ann Sheridan and George Raft, generously seasoned with hilarious double- and single-entendres. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Macaulay, Richard, 1909-1969, screenwriter.
Walsh, Raoul, 1887-1980, director.
Raft, George, actor.
Sheridan, Ann, 1915-1967, actor.
Lupino, Ida, 1918-1995, actor.
Bogart, Humphrey, 1899-1957, actor.
Page, Gale, actor.
Hale, Alan, 1892-1950, actor.
Karns, Roscoe, 1893-1970, actor.
Bezzerides, A. I. (Albert Isaac), 1908-2007. Long haul.
Warner Bros. Pictures (1969- ), production company.
Warner Home Video (Firm), publisher.
Turner Entertainment Co., publisher.
George Raft, Ann Sheridan, Ida Lupino, Humphrey Bogart, Gale Page, Alan Hale, Roscoe Karns.
In English; with optional English, French or Spanish subtitles; closed-captioned.
Title from container.
Originally released as a motion picture in 1940.
Based on the novel by A.I. Bezzerides.
Also issued as part of a 4-DVD set.
Special features: includes featurette "Divided highway: the story of They drive by night"; musical short "Swingtime in the Movies"; theatrical trailer.
DVD; region 1; standard version; dual-layer format; Dolby digital mono.
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CDP Climate Change Report 2019 Denka was granted an A- rating for its management level
Denka received an A- rating in the CDP Climate Change Report 2019 released on January 20, 2020.
CDP (headquarters in London) is an international NGO that was established based on a partnership with world institutional investors in 2000. CDP sends out questionnaires to major companies and cities around the world, asking that they disclose information on topics including climate change, water security and forests. The evaluation results of environmental data disclosure transparency and operational involvement were released.
Denka has responded to the climate change questionnaire since 2015. This time, we reported on initiatives for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, saving energy and our expanding use of renewable energy by means of our hydraulic power and photovoltaic power generation, as well as environmentally-conscious products and technologies being focused on by the Denka Group such as materials for secondary batteries and construction/civil engineering materials.
In accordance with the recommendation by the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), we are currently preparing to deeply disclose environmental management information. We have also started responding to the CDP questionnaire on water security since 2019. We will strive to conduct management with an emphasis on ESG (environment, society, and governance) considering the implementation of countermeasures to climate change based on international frameworks as an issue of utmost importance.
For inquiries regarding this matter: Sustainability Promotion Department, tel.: +81-3-5290-5519


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With bills continuing to rise and homes under increased financial pressure it’s not surprising that consumers are looking for ways to cut down their monthly outgoings. One very attractive option – that appears to be growing in popularity – is the use of adapted devices, such as Fire TV Sticks, to tune into premium content without paying the high monthly fees.
Some of these modified streaming gadgets can even be purchased for a reasonably cheap price online and offer full access to things such as Sky Sports and movies. It’s a growing problem for content providers with a recent survey confirming that around 19 percent of people asked had illegally streamed content over a three month period.
With so many people starting to switch to illegal streams a fresh warning has just been issued in a bid to crackdown on the practice.
Federation Against Copyright Theft (FACT UK) has confirmed that it’s starting to send out cease and desist letters and even showing up on the doorsteps of consumers thought to be watching shows, movies and sporting action without paying.
FACT says that it is using a partnership with Crimestoppers to help boost the number of people it catches watching content illegally.
“FACT constantly monitors the digital landscape to combat illegal streaming activities in the UK and Ireland,” a spokesperson said.
“We utilise a range of methods to identify individuals engaged in unauthorised businesses that offer access to illegal streams. One of these methods is through our partnership with Crimestoppers to make it as easy as possible to report illegal streaming, and over the past year, we have seen a significant increase in the number of reports directly linked to Fire Sticks and illegal streaming.
“These reports are then investigated by our Intelligence Unit, and followed up with a rolling programme of action which includes issuing ‘Cease and Desist’ letters and conducting nationwide ‘Knock and Talks’.
“These home visits, undertaken in conjunction with law enforcement, serve to inform individuals about their activities and the immediate need to cease and desist or face further action or prosecution.
“We also work In close collaboration with law enforcement to gather further evidence to actively pursue legal actions against these criminal entities.”
If you are using a Fire TV Stick to watch free sports and movies it might be time to stop or you could face more than you bargained for.
This latest alert comes after the launch of a new campaign aimed at highlighting the risks of streaming without permission.
BeStreamWise has been formed in partnership with key bodies across the sports, film, and TV industry – including FACT, the Intellectual Property Office (IPO), Crimestoppers, British Association for Screen Entertainment (BASE), Sky, Premier League, and ITV.
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Is Ja Rule dead or alive as of late Saturday night? A recent round of death rumors involving the rapper’s demise have hit the internet, leaving fans wondering if he has perished.
The good news for fans of 36-year-old Jeffery Atkins aka “Ja Rule,” is that he is still alive as of this report. According to Gossip Cop, the rap star is the latest unfortunate victim of an online death hoax. The prank was perpetuated by Global Associated News with a statement reading:
“Musician Ja Rule died while on a personal vacation in Turks and Caicos early this morning from injuries sustained in a Jet-Ski accident Â– March 31, 2012.
Preliminary reports from Turks and Caicos Police officials indicate that the musician struck a concrete boat slip in a marina on Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos Islands.”
Ja Rule has been incarcerated for several months serving a prison term for a weapons charge. He was given additional time to serve since he failed to file tax returns. His latest album, “Pain is Love 2″ was released on February 28, 2012 and went as high as #21 on the Billboard Top Rap Albums chart.
As noted by Gossip Cop, this same exact fake death story was used to report fake deaths for rapper J. Cole and actor Scott Baio back in December of 2011. So basically whoever’s trying to fool people isn’t using the most creative or original ideas! The bottom line is that Ja Rule’s not dead, but still alive and ready to make more music as soon as possible!
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Acquiring a respectable position amongst other rummy connoisseurs is not simple. You need that zeal and passion for improving and improving each day. Rummy is, after all, not a game of luck or fate. It’s absolutely a game that involves players indulging in strategic gameplay. Here, you need to formulate your own strategy and become one of the best among others. You can also play card games on GetMega. GetMega is an online platform to play card games and earn money.
But to commence your journey, you first need to select the right platform. While choosing one of the best rummy games amongst so many platforms is difficult, welcome to this post. Here, we will learn about playing rummy games on Rummy Model. Let’s not look further and continue reading the given narration to better understand the gameplay.
The Advent of Rummy Model
Rummy Model app is an intriguing game that allows you to compete against skilled and real players. You might play rummy games with pals on the app. It helps determine who is better in rummy games. The app is available for free download on both iOS and Android platforms. All it needs is a little space to install it on the application.
The app will still run when you play over the slower connection like the slow-speed WiFi or a 2G connection. You may enjoy playing with the online matches on the app – kudos to the fantastic optimization. It offers a steady gameplay experience for players. While searching for a real challenge where you will show your gaming talents, this app comes in handy. Win delectable prizes & take complete advantage of other benefits. You may download the app and install it on your device conveniently.
What Are The Features of This Application?
There are so many features you can get on Rummy Model features. They come standard with the app to offer fair gameplay to the players:
- Real competitors: This game includes all the real players against whom you will be able to play the rummy game anywhere, anytime.
- Fair matchmaking–Rummy Model offers a trustworthy gaming In addition to this, it also allows you to select your best games. The fact is that the games meet the restrictions and requirements available to choose from.
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- Leaderboard:Besides the other features, the Rummy Model app has a leaderboard feature, which allows you to keep track of players’ statistics & rankings.
Introducing You to The History of Rummy Model
Ever since it was incepted, Rummy Model has been a mobile online game. And with time, this app has acquired immense prominence with a list of concurrent players who participate in the digital rummy matches each month. Since the app’s first release, almost millions of individuals have downloaded Rummy Model on their devices. As a matter of fact, it has over thousands of digital players are active almost all the time.
The Rummy Model app has been created by keeping the efficient & fast resolving customer care system in mind. Besides, this app has numerous fresh twists and upgrades to its original game. It keeps it mint without changing too many aspects from the core concept. Rummy Model provides you with an intuitive interface. Here, players will be able to enjoy the games and win real rewards.

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Mangaluru, Nov 13 (PTI) The Central Crime Branch police have arrested a 32-year-old man on charges of selling narcotic drugs to the public and students in the city, police sources said on Monday.
The arrested person has been identified as Hasainar alias Acchu, a resident of Bajal and a native of Harekala.
Acting on a definite tip-off that the drug is being sold at Padil, CCB personnel raided the spot and arrested the man. The cops recovered MDMA weighing 12 gm valued at Rs 60,000, one mobile phone and a digital weighing machine from his possession.
The total value of the confiscated goods is Rs 70,000.
A case has been registered at the Kankanady police station. The accused is facing three other cases for attempted murder and assault, sources said. PTI MVG MVG ANE


Android’s open-source design causes it to become a attractive target designed for hackers exactly who make money simply by corrupting software, stealing details and slowing down your machine with ransomware or crypto-mining malware. Although many users depend on Google Play’s pre-installed security features and mobile browsers to get protection, vicious software creators happen to be constantly coming up with new ways to be able to into your mobile phone or tablet and gain access to money, data or identities.
Antivirus computer software helps avoid such threats by scanning each and every one files, applications and applications for suspect activity. It lets you do this simply by comparing them with a repository of regarded malware signatures and by applying advanced scanning technologies just like heuristic analysis and sandboxing to safely run and evaluate new programs. A lot of antivirus courses also provide extra security features such as a rubbish cleaner and a battery pack and memory booster to improve device efficiency.
The best malware for google android can avoid a wide range of goes for and ensure that your personal information is safe. Some antivirus programs offer additional security features such as a username and password manager, electronic private network (VPN) and anti-phishing protection. Other folks focus on providing a streamlined individual interface or minimal impact on program performance.
The antivirus software from anti virus giant Avast goes above and beyond the simple task of only scanning for the purpose of malicious computer software. In addition to excellent trojan detection, click resources this program has a raft of security features including a great anti-theft system that lets you monitor and remotely lock or perhaps wipe your device, in addition to a privacy improving tool that automatically bank checks if your email may be leaked in a major info breach. A free of charge ad-supported type is available, although a premium rate offers an extra level of security.


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If the Astros finish with another losing season in 2011, it will be a step backward in the rebuilding program.
I was surprised that several of you selected another losing season as the most likely — or close to the top — headline in Monday’s entry. Was it simply that the other choices were so much less likely or do you really believe the Astros will end up below .500 for the third straight season? By the way, that hasn’t happened — three straight losing seasons — since the inception of the franchise when Houston had seven consecutive losing seasons from 1962-68.
Really? A third straight losing season?
Granted, Jason Castro, Brett Wallace, Chris Johnson, Tommy Manzella and Angel Sanchez could fall on their collective faces and the Astros could be out of it by the All Star break. Or Brett Myers, Wandy Rodriguez or J.A. Happ could go down with an injury and take any hope with them.
But a third straight losing season? C’mon. Surely not.
Maybe I’m naive or maybe I’m just not getting it, but a third straight losing season would signal a major problem in the rebuilding, retooling, reshuffling, rewhatchamacallit process.
Remember, this team not only finished 76-86, but played competitively from June 1 through the end of the season with a 59-52 record. The team was 19 games under .500 on July 26 and ended up just 10 games down after a swoon in the final couple weeks.
Three straight losing seasons? You think crowds were slim this year? Drayton McLane would rival Jerry Jones in the unpopular vote.
I’m not predicting a 90-win season and I’m not ready to proclaim the Astros NL Central champs, but a winning season — just a six-game swing from 2010 — wouldn’t take much. And, yes, the team needs an upgrade or two along the way, but with plenty of payroll flexibility, here’s hoping Ed Wade makes some decent additions this winter.
So tell me, are you really thinking the Astros are destined for a third losing season in a row? Is 82-80 that far fetched? Is 2012 truly the next big hope?
If a winning season is not in the cards for 2011, how would you measure success? What would cause you to be satisfied with the progression of the organization…after a third straight losing season?


Soellkraft 8 gauge magnum
The gauge of eight is also equal to .835 inches, or 21.21 millimeters. The rounds use quadruple-ought, or 0000, buckshot. Oddly enough, twin zeros can be seen on the side of the shot shell boxes seen in Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2, suggesting that 00 buckshot is used. The box also indicates the rounds use 15 pellets in each shot, and counting the shot holes in a wall after firing will confirm this.
Quadruple-ought is .375" (9.5 mm) in diameter, and is immensely more damaging to a larger target than smaller shot sizes. The pellets themselves may be made of steel, or tungsten, and possibly lead or other metals. It could also be made from a mix of these materials. The title of 3.5" magnum means that the shell is that long. 3.5 inch magnum rounds traditionally contain the highest amount of powder of that particular size. Other smaller sizes include 3" and 2 3/4" rounds.
8 gauge shells are almost extinct as of today, but due to the shell's extremely high stopping power it is very effective, and it can kill a fully shielded Sangheili with one shell at point-blank range. The shells can also be used to dispatch several enemies at longer ranges. Each pellet is quite powerful, with only about one or two needed to kill an Unggoy in range and, needless to say, all fifteen pellets combined are devastating.
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Cristi is a dedicated and loving pet-sitter. She makes sure that needs are met and both the pet(s) and owner are pleased. Anytime she is around my dogs, they are both taken care of and I walk away from the experience excited for her to come back and play with my puppies the next time!
Flexible schedule - happy to help!
I always go the extra mile for my clients. I understand that our pets are a part of the family and that they deserve as much love and care as anyone else. I have years of experience dog sitting from drop in visits for only one day, to housesitting for 30 days, I have experienced a wide breadth of pet sitting situations. I have watched dogs, cats, and even chickens. I am a college student ...

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A chemical that reduces the viscosity of a fluid by breaking long-chain molecules into shorter segments. Drilling fluids are commonly emulsified or contain long-chain molecules that have sufficient viscosity to carry cuttings to surface. After the drilling fluid has done its job, a breaker may be added to reduce the viscosity of the fluid by breaking down the long chain molecules into shorter molecules. A surfactant may be added to an emulsion to reduce its viscosity.
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A chemical used to reduce the viscosity of specialized treatment fluids such as gels and foams. Breaking down the fluid viscosity may be desirable either as part of a treatment, such as allowing flow back of the spent treatment fluid, or following a treatment as part of the fluid-disposal process. Depending on the application, a breaker of predictable performance may be incorporated into the treatment fluid for downhole activation, or be added directly to the returned fluid for immediate effect at surface.


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These Kensie Girl sunny sandals are equipped for all-day wear. This sandal is strappy sandals. They feature a faux leather upper in a cutout design with buckle closure and stone details, that goes along with a skirt, dress or short pants.

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Rapid Prototypes | Solo Developer
Each one of the prototypes on this page were made from scratch in 6-10 hours using Unity. These games were made as part of my sophomore year coursework, with each one focusing on different ideas and gameplay mechanics. Fair warning, these are all very rough prototypes with minimal art, but they are each fun in their own ways.
PachiBlast Ultra | Solo Developer
PachiBlast Ultra was a prototype platformer themed about pachinko. Instead of moving the character normally, the player instead rotates the world and can launch the player character with the mouse button. The goal is to collect all of the golden balls in each level.
Constellation Prize | Solo Developer
Constellation Prize was a prototype for a grid-based game utilizing random terrain generation and enemy spawning to create a unique pseudo-puzzle game. The goal of the game is to reach the blue square by traveling along a path of stars and creating a constellation. Left-clicking on an empty space places a star, and left-clicking on a star that is unblocked in a straight line from your location allows you to travel to it.
Endless Runner | Solo Developer
This prototype was an endless runner featuring gravity changes as the main mechanic. Originally it was intended to showcase random paths to run by using prefabs to generate the next segment of the game.
Snakes in a Maze | Solo Developer
Snakes in a Maze was the first rapid prototype that I made in Unity. It's a short game about a snake lost in a maze, with the twist that the snake must move by pushing off of walls.


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Kobe Journal of Medical Sciences, 1992
TI: Thyroid function in premature infants.
AU: Kodama-S; Mori-Y; Miyoshi-M; Kobayashi-K; Komatsu-M; Nakao-H; Sakurai-T
AD: Department of Pediatrics, Himeji Red Cross Hospital, Japan.
SO: Kobe-J-Med-Sci. 1992 Apr; 38(2): 109-16
AB: The present study was performed using the simultaneous assays of free T4 and TSH levels in dried blood spots of filter paper for mass-screening of inborn errors of metabolism in order to clarify the thyroid function of premature infants. The subjects were divided in three groups: A group infants less than 1500 g at birth (n = 34, 27.4 +/- 2.6 weeks of gestational age), B group infants from 1500 to 2500 g at birth (n = 104, 35.6 +/- 2.4 weeks) and C group infants over 2500 g at birth (n = 490, 39.0 +/- 1.2 weeks). TSH levels were 4.51 +/- 3.03, 2.62 +/- 2.24 and 2.84 +/- 2.06 microU/ml in A, B and C group respectively and significant difference was recognized in group A and C. Free T4 levels were 0.71 +/- 0.42, 1.81 +/- 0.96 and 2.15 +/- 0.67 ng/dl, in group A, B and C respectively, and significant differences were recognized in all three groups. There was positive correlation between free T4 levels and gestational ages (Y = -2.413 +/- 0.11725X, r = 0.206, p less than 0.05).

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Megan Rapinoe poses for a portrait at the NBC/USOPC Promotional Shoot on Nov. 20, 2019 in West Hollywood, Calif.
With the year Megan Rapinoe has had, winning a FIFA Women’s World Cup may be the least remembered achievement of them all.
Rapinoe capped off an incredible 2019 on Monday by winning the Ballon d’Or Feminin, presented each year to the top player in women’s soccer. That leaves little doubt about Rapinoe’s standing in the sport, as she also was named Best FIFA Women’s Player in September. It is the fourth major piece of individual hardware for Rapinoe in 2019, along with the Golden Ball and Golden Boot she won at the World Cup while leading Team USA to its fourth world championship.
Rapinoe, a 2012 Olympic gold medalist, is the second-ever winner of the Ballon d’Or, and the first from the United States. The award is presented by France Football magazine. England’s Lucy Bronze finished second while Rapinoe’s U.S. teammate Alex Morgan came in third.
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The midfielder scored in each round at the World Cup, including both U.S. goals in a round of 16 win over Spain and a quarterfinal win over host France. She also scored the game-winning goal from the penalty spot in the final over the Netherlands. After her World Cup glory, Rapinoe returned to her National Women’s Soccer League club, Reign FC, and led the club’s push to the playoffs.
The 34-year-old from Redding, California, became a household name during the World Cup for not only her great play but her personality on and off the field. Her pose after scoring against France became one of the iconic moments of the tournament, and Rapinoe is also an outspoken advocate for equality.
Todd Kortemeier is a sportswriter, editor and children’s book author from Minneapolis. He is a contributor to TeamUSA.org on behalf of Red Line Editorial, Inc.


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Duck and Company Christmas
Duck and Rat’s bookstore is busy when a massive snowstorm occurs on Christmas Eve. Duck and Rat’s friends, stranded on their journeys home, make their way to the bookshop for the night where a very merry, if unplanned, Christmas is celebrated. A companion to Duck & Company.
Illustrated by: Kathy Caple
Published by: Holiday House, Inc.


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On Wednesday, August 17, the Wyoming Supreme Court heard a case that has huge implications for each and every one of us.
The case involves Judge Ruth Neely, who has served with distinction for twenty-one years as the municipal judge in Pinedale, Wyoming. Since municipalities have no authority either to issue a license or solemnize a marriage, you would think that she’s unaffected by all the hoopla over same-sex marriage. But you would be mistaken. Because of her beliefs about marriage, the Wyoming Commission on Judicial Conduct and Ethics (CJCE) wants to remove her from her job and disqualify her for service anywhere in the Wyoming judiciary.
The story began on a cold Saturday morning in December 2014. Shortly after the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals declared Wyoming marriage statutes unconstitutional, a reporter from the Sublette Examiner called Judge Neely to ask if she was “excited” to perform same-sex marriages. It was only because she had accepted a part-time job as a circuit court magistrate that this question had any relevance at all. In that unpaid position, she was authorized, but not obligated, to solemnize marriages. She gave a perfectly reasonable reply. She said that if she were ever asked, she would help the couple find someone to do the job. However, she would “not be able to do” it herself.
Based on this solitary exchange about a hypothetical scenario, the commission has been waging what they call a “holy war” against her for more than a year. They are not content to send her a letter clarifying what she should have done, nor even a letter of reprimand. Instead, they are leveling the greatest possible punishment allowable by law—and the implications of their arguments are chilling.
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Sins and Crimes
One central allegation against Judge Neely is the charge of bias. The commission claims that merely by publicly affirming biblical teaching on homosexual acts, she immediately and irrevocably rendered herself unfit to judge fairly or impartially in any matter whatsoever.
The commission makes much of a private letter in which she discussed a number of biblically named sins. The commission was so shocked that she would agree with the Bible that her church (Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) was called “repugnant” in open court. Moreover, when the Alliance Defending Freedom asked to represent her, the commission filed additional charges against her for “affiliating with a discriminatory organization.”
Let’s think about this for a minute. Note, first, that the idea of “sin” is not a legal category. It is a theological category. Sins are committed against God. Crimes are committed against the state. For centuries Americans have accepted that something may be a sin without being a crime. Drunkenness, adultery, greed, and blasphemy immediately come to mind. This concept is at the heart of the distinction between church and state. For over two centuries, American judges have been applying the law equitably and fairly to people who engage in all kinds of sins without confusing sins with crimes. But now the CJCE wants Wyoming to believe that this particular sin can no longer be called “sin” without threatening the entire judicial system.
If this reasoning is true, then it should apply to every judge who thinks something is a sin that the government has declared legal. Do you believe that drunkenness is a sin? Well, since there’s no law against it, you’re fired! You think that adultery is a sin? You cannot be a judge anywhere in Wyoming. Who will be left to sit on the bench? Only those who have no moral compass beyond the letter of the law?
Is Only Private Speech Free?
A second major point that the commission makes is that Judge Neely, “by announcing her position against marriage equality,” openly spoke against the law of the land. Here is another curious position. Does the commission really mean to say that any public opposition to any law should immediately disqualify a judge from office? The commission might want to think that one through a bit more.
Prior to October 6, 2014, same-sex marriage was against the law in Wyoming. If the commission is right, every judge who spoke in favor of same-sex marriage prior to that date should have been immediately removed from the bench. This would be rather awkward, since Wendy Soto, executive director of the CJCE, was on the board of Wyoming Equality and agitating for same-sex marriage long before it was legal. Even leaving such awkwardness aside, the commission’s position has some rather staggering implications. Should we drive all pro-life judges from the bench because of Roe v. Wade? Should we remove all judges who speak in favor of gun control because of the Second Amendment? While NARAL might favor the first idea and the NRA the second, no person who understands the importance of free speech could seriously want either.
And this brings up a third point that we should consider carefully. The commission goes to great lengths to argue that Judge Neely’s remarks to Ned Donovan were a “public statement.” Presumably, she would not be in trouble if she had said the exact same words in private. Is the commission arguing that Judge Neely has the right to free speech—as long as not too many people hear it? If she had said these things in a Sunday school classroom, would she still be charged with judicial misconduct? What if she had said them in a restaurant while reporter Ned Donovan happened to be sitting in an adjacent booth? What if she had written these remarks down before same-sex marriage became legal and Mr. Donovan published them afterwards? Should she then be hauled before the commission and asked to publicly recant?
This may all seem farfetched, but it is not. In Atlanta, former Fire Chief Kelvin Cochrane was fired for a self-published booklet that he wrote for his men’s Bible study. Is Wyoming going to follow suit?
If all of this sounds like the abridgment of Judge Neely’s free speech, it is. But never fear. The commission confidently asserts that this is permissible under the United States Constitution because it applies only to judges. Judges are prohibited from speaking publicly about their most deeply held convictions, but no one else is. Of course some statements from judges really do call into question their impartiality—for that, see recent comments from Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg—but as we saw above, Judge Neely’s comments do nothing to undermine her impartiality with respect to judging and enforcing the law.
Judge Neely’s Day in Court
After a year and a half, this case finally came before the Wyoming Supreme Court on August 17. I traveled to Cheyenne to hear the oral arguments, and I was struck by the implications of what I heard.
Throughout the arguments, Pat Dixon, the counsel for the commission, strove to downplay constitutional questions. He told the justices, “I’m not a constitutional scholar,” and admitted that he had not actually read some of the cases cited in the Commission’s brief. Rather than the Constitution, the commission wanted to focus exclusively on the Code of Judicial Conduct. Judge Neely, by contrast, focused primarily on the US and Wyoming constitutions. So stark was this contrast, that Wyoming Supreme Court Justice Kate Fox prefaced one of her questions to the commission by saying: “I know you don’t want to talk about the Constitution, but we need to.”
Indeed, constitutional questions are at the heart of this case. In addition to the First Amendment’s protection of free speech, Article I of the Wyoming Constitution guarantees that “every person may freely speak, write and publish on all subjects.” Not only did the commission have to get around these prohibitions, it also had to deal with the religious dimension of the case. How can you sanction a judge for affirming scriptural doctrines that are central to Christian claims? The First Amendment guarantees not merely freedom of worship, but free exercise of religion. More than that, the Wyoming constitution is clear that “no person shall be rendered incompetent to hold any office . . . because of his opinion on any matter of religious belief whatever.”
The commission sought to get around both of these obstacles by insisting that Judge Neely’s “crime” is neither what she believes nor what she said, but “what she did.” And what did she do? According to Pat Dixon, “She expressed her unwillingness to follow the law, and she demonstrated her bias against certain groups.” But remember, Judge Neely isn’t required by state law to perform marriages. So one justice immediately asked where either Obergefell v. Hodges or Guzzo v. Mead required that any individual state official must perform a marriage ceremony. Dixon admitted that neither of those cases makes any such law.
Notice, also, that both of her alleged “actions” were done by speaking outside the courtroom, outside business hours, and not to anyone actually before the court. This prompted one justice to ask, “so, if she simply hadn’t performed any same-sex marriages, that’s not a problem. But when she told the world . . .?” To which the commission replied, “That’s right . . . Judges don’t give speeches. That’s what politicians do.”
This exchange caught my attention. What about the dozens of public addresses given by Ruth Bader Ginsburg and scores of judges throughout the years?
The commission cannot credibly deny that Judge Neely’s fundamental constitutional rights are being infringed. The burden is on them to prove that a judge cannot speak about marriage without “manifesting bias or prejudice” toward an individual. They must prove that a judge cannot be an orthodox Christian while still remaining fair and impartial toward those of a different faith. Then, they must prove that the judge has not only been compromised in one particular case from which she could recuse herself, but that she is entirely incompetent to serve on the bench at all.
If they manage to prove all of those things, that would mean that faithful Jews, Catholics, Protestants, Mormons, and Muslims must either cease practicing their faith or be removed from the bench. At the very least, such judges would be forbidden to speak their minds. If, on the other hand, the commission’s proposal fails to pass constitutional muster, the court would do well to reject its entire argument.
Soon the Wyoming Supreme Court will decide whether to keep Judge Neely on the bench or remove her—and everyone who shares her convictions—from Wyoming’s judiciary. They should protect our freedoms to think, speak, and act. If they don’t, it will not be the end of the matter. It will only open the floodgates to a million more questions—and a lot less freedom for all of us.


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We were all blown away by how beautiful the ceremony and Shimon’s singing was! Here is the link for the live stream so you can see some of the music – it was also a perfect weather day we got so lucky.
Thanks again for all your help !!
Have a great week


The article presents a simple electric scooter circuit design which can be also modified to make an electric auto-rickshaw. The idea was requested by Mr. Steve.
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I was lucky enough to find your blog, really amazing stuff that you've managed to design.
I'm looking for a DC to DC Step Up and Controller for Electric Scooter Motor
Input: SLA (sealed-lead-acid) Battery 12V, which is ~13.5V charged
minimum voltage - cut off at ~10.5V
Output: 60V DC motor 1000W.
Have you came across a circuit like that?
I can image it will be push-pull type, but have no idea of types of mosfets (give the wattage 80-100A), driving them, then the transformer, the core type and then diodes.
Plus the minimum voltage cut off to cap the PWM's duty cycle.
I have found some more information. The motor is 3 phase brushless with hall sensors.
There are two ways to approach it, a/ leave the existing controller in place and only do 12V to 60V step up or b/ replace the controller too.
There won't be any difference in power efficiency, the controller simply switches which phase get current based on the hall sensors. Therefore, sticking with plan a.
Thank you very much,
Today making an electric vehicle is much easier than it used to be earlier, and this has become possible due to two main elements in the design, namely the BLDC motors and the Li-ion or the Li-polymer batteries.
These two ultra efficient members have fundamentally allowed the concept of electric vehicles to become a reality and practically feasible.
Why BLDC Motor
The BLDC motor or the brushless motor is efficient because it's designed to run with no physical contacts except the ball bearings of the shaft.
In BLDC motors the rotor rotates solely through magnetic force making the system extremely efficient, contrary to the earlier brushed motors which had its rotors attached with the supply source through brushes, causing a lot of friction, sparking and wear and tear in the system.
Why Li-Ion Battery
On similar lines, with the advent of the much upgraded Li-ion batteries and the Lipo batteries today achieving electricity from batteries is no longer considered an inefficient concept.
Earlier we had only lead acid batteries at our disposal for all the DC back up systems which posed two major drawbacks: These counterparts needed much time to charge, possessed restricted rate of discharge, lower life, and were bulky and heavy, all these only adding to their inefficient nature of working.
Opposing to this, Li-ion, or Li-po batts are lighter, compact, quickly chargeable at high current rates and are dischargeable at any desired high current rate, these have higher run life, are SMF types, all these features making them the right candidate for applications such as electric scooters, electric rickshaws, quadcopter drones etc.
Although BLDC motors are extremely efficient, these require specialized ICs for driving their stator coils, today we have many manufacturers producing these exclusive next-generation IC modules which not only do the basic function of operating these motors, but are also specified with many advanced additional features, such as: PWM open loop control, sensor assisted closed loop control, multiple foolproof safeguards, motor reverse/forward control, braking control and a multitude of other state-of-the-art in-built features.
Using a BLDC Driver Circuit
I have already discussed one such excellent chip in my previous post, specifically designed for handling high wattage BLDC motors, it's the MC33035 IC from Motorola.
Let's learn how this module may be effectively implemented for making an electric scooter or an electric rickshaw, right in your home.
I won't be discussing the mechanical details of the vehicle, rather only the electrical circuit and the wiring details of the system.
All resistors including Rt but excluding Rs and R = 4k7, 1/4 watt
Ct = 10nF
Speed potentiometer = 10K Linear
Upper power BJTs = TIP147
Lower Mosfets = IRF540
Rs = 0.1/max stator current capacity
R = 1K
C = 0.1uF
The above figure shows a full-fledged high wattage brushless 3-phase DC motor driver IC MC33035 which becomes perfectly suitable for the proposed electric scooter or electric rickshaw application.
The device has all the basic features that may be expected to be in these vehicles, and if required the IC could be enhanced with additional advanced features through many alternative possible configurations.
The advanced features become specifically possible when the chip is configured in a closed loop mode, however the discussed application is an open loop configuration which is a more preferred configuration since it's much straightforward to configure, and yet is able to fulfill all of the required features that may be expected in a electric vehicle.
We have already discussed the pinout functions of this chip in the previous chapter, let's summarize the same and also understand how exactly the above IC may be required to be implemented for achieving the various operations involved in an electric vehicle.
How the IC Functions
The green shaded section is the MC 33035 IC itself which shows all the built-in sophisticated circuitry embedded inside the chip and what makes it so advanced with its performance.
The yellow shaded portion is the motor, which includes a 3-phase stator indicated by the three coils in the "Delta" configuration, the circular rotor indicated with the N/S poled magnets and three Hall effect sensors on the top.
The signals from the three Hall effect sensors are fed to the pin nos 4, 5, 6 of the IC for internal processing and generating the corresponding output switching sequence across the connected output power devices.
Pinout Functions adn Controls
Pinouts 2, 1 and 24 control the externally configured upper power devices while the pins 19, 20, 21 are assigned to control the complementing lower series power devices. which together control the connected BLDC automotive motor as per the various fed commands.
Since the IC is configured in an open loop mode, it's supposed to be activated and controlled using external PWM signals, whose duty cycle is supposed to determine the speed of the motor.
However this smart IC does not require an external circuit for generating the PWMs, rather it's handled by an in-built oscillator and a couple of error amp circuitry.
The Rt, and Ct components are appropriately selected for generating the frequency (20 to 30 kHz) for the PWMs, which is fed to pin#10 of the IC for further processing.
The above is done through a 5V supply voltage generated by the IC itself at pin#8, this supply is simultaneous used for feeding the Hall effect devices, it seems everything is precisely done here....nothing is wasted.
The portion shaded in red forms the speed control section of the configuration, as can be seen it's simply made using a single ordinary potentiometer....pushing it upwards increases the speed and vice versa. This is in turn made possible through the correspondingly varying PWM duty cycles across the pin#10, 11, 12, 13.
The potentiometer could be converted into an LDR/LED assembly circuit, for achieving a friction-less pedal speed control in the vehicle.
Pin#3 is for determining the forward, reverse direction of the motor rotation, or rather the scooter or the rickshaw direction. It implies that now your electric scooter or your electric rickshaw will have the facility of reversing back....just imagine a two-wheeler with a reverse facility, .....interesting?
Pin#3 can be seen with a switch, closing this switch renders the pin#3 to ground enabling a "forward" motion to the motor, while opening it causes the motor to spin in the opposite direction (pin3 has an internal pull up resistor, so opening the switch does not cause anything detrimental to the IC).
Identically, pin#22 switch selects the phase-shift signal response of the connected motor, this switch needs to be appropriately switched ON or OFF with reference to the motor specs, if a 60 degree phased motor is used then the switch needs to stay closed, and open for a 120 degree phased motor.
Pin#16 is the ground pin of the IC and needs to be connected with the battery negative line and/or the common ground line associated with the system.
Pin#17 is the Vcc, or the positive input pin, this pin needs to be connected to a supply voltage between 10V and 30V, 10V being the minimum value and 30V the maximum breakdown limit for the IC.
Pin#17 may be integrated with the "Vm" or the motor supply line if the motor supply specs matches the IC Vcc specs, otherwise pin17 could be supplied from a separate step down regulator stage.
Pin#7 is the "enable" pinout of the IC, this pin can be seen terminated to ground via a switch, for so long as it is switched ON and the pin#7 remains grounded, the motor is allowed to stay activated, when switched OFF, the motor is disabled resulting the motor to coast until finally it comes to a halt. The coasting mode may quickly come to a halt if the motor or the vehicle is under some load.
Pin#23 is assigned with the "braking" ability, and causes the motor to stop and halt almost instantly when the associated switch is opened. The motor is allowed to run normally as long as this switch is kept closed and the pin#7 is held grounded.
I would recommended to Gang-up the switch at pin#7 (enable) and pin#23 (brake) together so that these are switched with a dual action and together, this would probably help to "kill" the motor rotation effectively and collectively and also enable the motor to run with a combined signal from the two pnouts.
"Rs" forms the sense resistor responsible for checking the overload or over current conditions for the motor, under such situations. the "fault" condition is instantly triggered switching off the motor immediately and the IC going into a lock-out mode internally. The condition stays in this mode until the fault is corrected and normalcy is restored.
This concludes the detailed explanation regarding the various pinouts of the proposed electric scooter/rickshaw control module pinouts. It just needs to be correctly implemented as per the shown connection info in the diagram for successfully and safely implementing the vehicle operations.
Additionally, the IC MC33035 also includes a couple of in-built protection features such as under-volatge lockout which ensures that the vehicle is switched off if in case the IC is inhibited from the required minimum supply voltage, and also a thermal overload protection ensuring that the IC never works with over temperatures.
How to Connect the Battery (Power Supply)
As per the request, the electric vehicle is specified to work with a 60V input and the user requests for a boost converter for acquiring this higher level of voltage from a smaller 12V or a 24V battery.
However, adding a boost converter could unnecessarily make the circuit more complex and might add to a possible inefficiency. The better idea is to use 5nos of 12V batteries in series. For sufficient back up time and current for the 1000 watt motor, each battery could be rated at 25AH or more.
The wiring of the batteries may be implemented by referring to the following connection details:


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