text:
The Federal Reserve has plays a significant role in choosing the policy
instrument where there are two basic types of instruments: reserve aggregates
and short-term interest rates. The long-term interest rate is not directly
affected by a Federal Reserve tool but it is linked to the actual goals.
Besides that, Federal Reserve have set an interest rate target, known as
inflation targeting to hold up future inflation. There are some criteria for
choosing policy instruments to monitor on future inflation and impact to the
economy growth. The first criteria is observable and measurable, the short-term
interest rates will be observe instantly but is more accurate to measure cost
of borrowing by real interest rate. The second criteria is controllability,
which for both aggregates and interest rates have uncontrollable parts.
Controllability not able to totally control on the monetary aggregates. It can
control on the short-term nominal interest rates but they cannot directly
control on the short-term real interest rates. The third criteria is
predictable effect on goals, the link between the interest rates and monetary
policy goals is better than the link between monetary aggregates and inflation.
Generally Federal Reserve is using short-term interest rates as their policy
instrument because it offer the best links to monetary goals but they are still
use reserve aggregates. Besides that, Federal Reserve has using a fed watcher
responsibility to predicts when interest rates high and acquire funds to lower
the interest rate. Meanwhile, the fed watcher predicts when interest rates low
and make loan at high interest rate to higher the interest rate. Some of argue
that low interest rates had contributed to the housing bubble because Federal
Reserve had hold interest rates too low for too long time. During 2001-2002
recession, the Federal Reserve dramatically lowered the interest rate from 6.5%
to just 1% and this had led many banks for easy credit to make a lot of loans.
But in 2006 Federal Reserve had increased the interest rate to 5.25% led the
demand on purchase house had decreased, the main reason is because burden of
increased monthly payments for long-term mortgages. After the increasing on the
interest rate had lead the foreclosures increased because the mortgage borrower
not able to make monthly payment and dropping the housing price. The former
chairman of Federal Reserve of the United States and also an American
economist, Mr. Alan Greenspan had confessed one of the reason caused the
housing bubbles was declined long-term interest rates. Some people had
criticized the Federal Reserve decreased the interest rates that inflated the
housing bubble. During 2000 and 2003, the interest rate on 30 years fixed-rate
mortgages had dropped 2.5% and interest rate adjustable rate mortgages had
dropped 3%. Decreased in mortgage interest rates had reduced the cost of
borrowing mortgage attracted many people wanted to borrow money to purchase a
house and this had led the price of house keep increasing. Many people borrowed
money from mortgage and securitized it turned into AAA-rated securities. When
the belief on house prices would not decreased started inaccurate because of
the delinquency rate get higher and the price on mortgages–backed securities
and house prices decreased promptly. The cost of cleaning up after the housing
bubble burst is expensive because it need take time to slow recovery.
Based on the article of the former Federal Reserve Board Chairman, Mr.
Alan Greenspan on 11 March 2009, he had mentioned that the Federal Reserve
didn’t cause the housing bubble. The one of the reason led U.S. housing bubble
is the easy money policy, a money policy to
increase the money supply by lower the interest rates and the purpose is
a country’s central bank let new cash flows bring into the banking system.
Another factor is lower interest rates on long-term or fixed-rate mortgages had
developed the speculative euphoria. There is a highly significant correlation
between house prices and mortgages rates. In 2004, mortgage rates had failed to
tighten as Federal Reserve expected and from the data showed the house mortgage
rates gradually decoupled from the Federal Reserve monetary policy. For a long
time, U.S. mortgage rates had not linked to U.S. short-term interest rates. But
between 2000 and 2005, the long-term interest rates gradually lower because the
central had planned to increase dynamic and export-led market competition. A
large number of emerging market and highly growth in China led to an excess
intended of savings advance to global. The regulators had underestimated the
scale of the asset price bubble. The real-estate capitalization rates declined
had converged global and led to the global housing price bubble. The main
developed economy had declined to single digits while the long-term interest
rates and house mortgage rates had driven by International Monetary Fund. The
“Taylor Rule”, a useful and approximate to monetary policy but consistently
unable to anticipate on the financial crises had implied that kept short-term
interest rates at the level would prevent the housing bubble. In the period of 2003
to 2005, the Federal Reserve had inappropriate use of short-term rates and
failed to address the unusual structural developments in the global economy.
Between 1996 and 2004, the US current account had deficit increased by $650
billion and these deficit required to borrow large sums of money from abroad.
Due to a highly demand funds from abroad, therefore they created various types
of financial assets and raising the prices of the assets while lowering the
interest rates. The housing bubble maybe caused by the broader global forces
and created complex financial products even through global market competition
and integration in goods and services have given great gains. Exclude the fault
on monetary policy, we could attributes the housing bubble crisis to overseas
regulators and the U.S. credit rating agencies. The solutions for the housing
bubble crisis is higher capital requirements, higher collateral requirements
and a wider prosecution of fraud. The
new regulations should more effectively bring a nation’s savings into most
productive capital investments.


1.中国科学院紫金山天文台南京210023;2.中国科学技术大学天文与空间科学学院 合肥 230026;3.中国科学院射电天文重点实验室 南京 210023;4.上海师范大学数理学院 上海 200234)
1. Purple Mountain Observatory, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210023;2. School of Astronomy and Space Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026;3. Key Laboratory for Radio Astronomy, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210023;4. School of Mathematics and Physics, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234;
天线反射面的面形精度直接影响天线效率, 是望远镜的关键指标之一. 近场射电全息具有测量精度高, 便捷高效的优点, 是毫米波和亚毫米波射电望远镜面形检测最为常用的方法之一, 卡焦近场全息可以完整测量望远镜光路中整体的面形误差. 斜轴式机架结构能够更好地适应太赫兹望远镜在极端台址环境下的整体保温和热控需求, 但斜轴天线特殊的转动特性会在近场全息测量过程中引入额外的系统误差. 针对斜轴式天线的卡焦近场全息测量, 分析了数据处理中需要额外考虑的参考路接收机位置和副面衍射的影响, 并在1.2m口径斜轴式太赫兹天线上开展了测量实验. 实验结果表明, 卡焦近场全息测量的重复测量精度优于2.0μm RMS (Root Mean Square), 面形误差分布与摄影测量所得结果一致, 验证了误差分析与修正的正确性.
The surface accuracy of the reflector antenna directly affects the antenna efficiency, and is one of the key performance indicators of the telescope. Near-field radio holography, which features the advantages of high measurement accuracy and convenience, is one of the most commonly used surface alignment methods for millimeter and submillimeter wave radio telescopes. Near-field radio holography under Cassegrain mode can measure the overall deformation error in the optical path of the telescope. The slant-axis mount is more adaptable to the extreme site environment of terahertz telescopes, and can provide better thermal protection and control for the overall telescope. However, the unique rotation characteristics of the slant-axis antennas will introduce additional error factors during the holography measurements, and devoted study on the near-field holography of slant-axis terahertz antennas under Cassegrain mode has not been reported. In this paper, the influence of the reference receiver position and diffraction of the secondary mirror has been analyzed. The near-field holography measurements have been conducted on a 1.2 m slant-axis terahertz antenna. The repeatability of the experimental system has been evaluated to be better than 2μm RMS (Root Mean Square), and the comparison between near-field holography and photography has been performed to verify the correctness of the error analyses and corrections.


She Thought Being Poor is Good Beacause Jesus Was Poor~Story of Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa was able to put an end to wars, befriend presidents, establish a global orphanage empire, and have sick inmates released from prison. Mother Teresa, on the other hand, covered up for the Catholic church’s greatest excesses and seemed more drawn to poverty and suffering than to genuinely helping people escape it, Daily Mail has reported.
‘Mother Teresa: For the Love of God’ is a new three-part Sky documentary series “that speaks with some of her closest friends and harshest detractors and serves as a complete reappraisal of one of the century’s most famous women.”
Mary Johnson, who worked with Mother Teresa for 20 years, says, “Her spirituality was connected to Jesus on the cross.”
“She thought being poor was good because Jesus was poor. It’s schizophrenic,” Mary Johnson was quoted as saying by the report.
Her stance on the the growing scandal of child abuse by priests was controversial after Reverend Donald McGuire was suspected of abuse, she wrote a letter to the authorities highlighting her ‘confidence and trust’ in him.This allowed McGuire to abuse hundreds of boys for another decade, before eventually being put away.
According to the charges made in the documentary, which aired on Sky Documentaries, Mother Teresa covered up for the Catholic church’s worst excesses and seemed more attracted to poverty and agony than truly helping people escape it.
More importantly, Mother Teresa’s final decade was possibly her most challenging. She was getting on in years, but the church needed her help to save it from the mounting scandal of child abuse by priests.
“They’d send her to towns where scandals were uncovered,” Mary explains. “She has the power to shift the narrative.”
Mother Teresa was born to Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu in 1910 in Skopje, now North Macedonia, to a poor household after her father died when she was eight years old. She found refuge in the church and decided to become a nun when she was 12 years old.
She came to Dublin at the age of 18 to join the Catholic Sisters of Loreto order, and a year later to Calcutta, now Kolkata, to teach. Witnessing the agony and death caused by the Bengal famine of 1943 – when scores of dead bodies were left lying in the streets – had a tremendous impression on her, and she claimed Jesus spoke to her on a train three years later, giving her new instructions.


text:
Pagoda® Vegetable Egg Rolls 12.27 oz. Box
I like these, but they are better when made in then oven. They take 20 minutes to make so if you're looking for something fast and easy this does take some time to make. I don't like their chili sauce that they now package with. It's just not to my liking. The egg roll themselves they really good!! Baking in the oven they are nice and crispy!
Being a vegetarian, it is sometimes hard to find good food that caters to your needs that someone didn't just slope together and just say "oh yeah this is vegetarian" and it feels like you are eating a cardboard box. These egg rolls are simply not one of those things! I gave them four stars because they sometimes want to get a little to heavy with the celery and I'm not too big on, but it's still very good! The sauce is too!
These are very good. They're authentic tasting and not too greasy. If you bake in the oven, they're very crispy. I don't really like the sauce it comes with but that's not a huge deal.
This is the best brand ever when it comes to egg rolls. I literally can't tell the difference between these and some I had at a restaurant recently. Putting them in the oven is best for me since I'm cutting down on fried foods. And they still have that crunch..but minus the oil! Win! Now if it can only work on the wontons and crab ragoon. Those were a complete disappointment.
Q & A
Be the First to Ask a Question

domain: food


text:
Harvey Weinstein explains ‘Wettest County’ release date move
This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts.
On Thursday, the Weinstein Co. pushed the release date of “Wettest County,” the Depression-era drama starring Shia LaBeouf and Tom Hardy as bootlegging brothers, from April 20 to Labor Day weekend.
Today Harvey Weinstein offered an explanation for the postponement, citing a media strategy that aims to capitalize on the post-“Dark Knight Rises” appeal of Hardy as well as a release template followed by other action-tinged dramas.
“We have a star in Tom Hardy who’s completely anonymous right now. If you go to a line at the ArcLight nobody would know who he is,” Weinstein told 24 Frames. But the film executive said that would change with the release of Hardy’s Batman picture (Hardy plays the villain, Bane) in July. “He’s going to be a huge movie star by August,” Weinstein said.
John Hillcoat directed “County,” which the musician-screenwriter Nick Cave adapted from Matt Bondurant’s novel. It concerns a family in rural Virginia that lives on the edge of the law and finds itself under violent pressure from authorities who want in on the action. The movie will now hit U.S. theaters on Aug. 31.
Weinstein, who said he believed performances from Hardy and LaBeouf would attract awards attention, also said that the new date would allow the film to play at at least one major international festival.
“The idea is to go to Venice and then hit the domestic market right after,” he said. It was a tack Weinstein said was taken by “The Constant Gardener,” Fenrando Mereilles’ 2005 John le Carre adaptation; the movie, released by Focus Features in late summer, went on to gross $33 million domestically and $48 million internationally.
Labor Day is typically considered a very slow weekend in U.S. moviegoing, but Weinstein noted that “it can be a great bridge between the summer and the fall. And we wanted the holiday weekend for the movie, especially down South, where there’s a big audience for this film.”
While a movie’s period setting usually dictates a limited release, Weinstein said he saw “Wettest County” as a wide play and planned on opening it in several thousand theaters.
“Wettest” will kick off a packed fall season for the Weinstein Co. The company in recent years has been stocking up at festivals for its fall slate (its 2011 best-picture contender, “The Artist,” was acquired just ahead of last year’s Cannes Film Festival). But next fall is already crowded, with Brad Pitt-starring mob tale “Cogan’s Trade,” the David O. Russell family reconciliation story “The Silver Linings Playbook,” Paul Thomas Anderson’s so-called Scientology movie “The Master,” and Quentin Tarantino’s slave picture “Django Unchained’ all likely to come out in the fourth quarter.

domain: entertainment


text:
Aboriginal Sydney - a Guide to Important Places of the Past and Present
Back in stock soon.
Despite its bustling urban presence, Sydney has a rich and complex Aboriginal heritage. Hidden within its burgeoning city landscape lie layers of a vibrant culture and a turbulent history. But you need to know where to look. Aboriginal Sydney supplies the information. The popular first edition established itself as both authoritative and informative; it is both a guide book and an alternative social history, told through precincts of significance to the city's Indigenous people. The sites within the precincts, and their accompanying stories and photographs, evoke Sydney's ancient past, and allow us all to celebrate the living Aboriginal culture of today.24cm x 17cm
Hand and Mind - Exchanges on Architecture and the Built World
In Hand & Mind architects and designers reflect on the parts of their practice that are often hidden - their inspiration, the genesis of projects and problems encountered. This image-rich...
Cornersmith - Recipes from the Cafe and Picklery
Eat with the seasons, preserve the bounty, with ethical and delicious recipes from the popular Sydney cafe and picklery - Cornersmith.When Alex Elliott-Howery and James Grant opened the doors to...
The Secret of the Highly Creative Thinker
To say that creativity is about new frontier innovation and genius invention is not very creative! However, if you observe the examples in this book, as suggested by Dorte Nielsen and...

domain: history


text:
Laura Elizabeth Richards
After A Visit ToThe Natural History Museum
This is the Wiggledywasticus,
Very remarkable beast.
Nose to tail an eighth of a mile;
Took him an acre or two to smile;
Took him a quarter 'f an hour to wink;
Swallowed a pond for his morning drink
Oh! would it had been vouchsafed to us
Upon the Wiggledywasticus
Our wondering eyes to feast!
This is the Ptoodlecumtumpsydyl,
Rather unusual bird.
Hand a mouth before and behind;
Ate whichever way he'd a mind;
Spoiled his digestion, so they say,
Pindled and dwindled quite away,
Or else he might have been living still,
The singular Ptoodlecumtumpsydyl.
A pity, upon my word!
This is the Ichthyosnortoryx,
Truly astonishing fish.
Used to snort in a terrible way;
Scared the lobsters to death, they say;
Had a nose like a tea-kettle spout;
Broke it snorting, and so died out.
Sad! if he had n't got into this fix,
We might have made of the 'Snortoryx
A very acceptable dish.
Laura Elizabeth Richards's Other Poems
Read this poem in other languages
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
Comments about this poem (After A Visit ToThe Natural History Museum by Laura Elizabeth Richards )
- Granite City, Ron Slate
- General Sweeney Dies at 84, Ron Slate
- Respect the truth, men, gajanan mishra
- Respect truth, gajanan mishra
- Reunion, Ron Slate
- Save Your Questions, David Griebel
- Comfort, Alexandra Motschmann
- ISIS and Anti-terror victory, Alexandra Motschmann
- Strange Coincidence, Khairul Ahsan
- THE WRINKLED YOUNG LADY, Visato Kiso
Poem of the Day
- The Road Not Taken, Robert Frost
- Daffodils, William Wordsworth
- On the Pulse of Morning, Maya Angelou
- If, Rudyard Kipling
- Phenomenal Woman, Maya Angelou
- Still I Rise, Maya Angelou
- I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings, Maya Angelou
- No Man Is An Island, John Donne
- Invictus, William Ernest Henley
- Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening, Robert Frost
(March 26, 1874 – January 29, 1963)
(4 April 1928 - 28 May 2014)
(3 June 1926 – 5 April 1997)
Walter de la Mare
(1873 - 1958)
(8 February 1911 – 6 October 1979)
(12 July 1904 – 23 September 1973)
- Heather Burns
(1 February 1902 – 22 May 1967)

domain: artistic


text:
The audaciousness of Atomic Blonde – in its performances, its action set pieces, its hopelessly convoluted screenplay – is certainly endearing at moments. Cherlize Theron’s performance as an MI6 agent named Lorraine Broughton is thoroughly invested in both the physicality and the sexuality of the character. The stunt work and filmmaking is impressive, the soundtrack is invigorating but the movie is occasionally trapped into a Cold War plot that does little more than get in the way. The film is directed by David Leitch, one of the co-directors of the brilliant John Wick. Atomic Blonde has the same level of precision in its set pieces, but its story wants to be Wick by way of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. It wants to be a sophisticated spy drama while also thrilling audiences with the profundity of its action choreography. I’m not saying that films can’t be both of those things. I’m just saying that Atomic Blonde is not.
That’s not to say that the film isn’t fun in the kind of escapist way that it attempts – there are more than a handful of breathtaking sequences, including one which tracks down a staircase in a single, brutal, endless shot. But the film’s seemingly earnest attempt to tie itself into issues of Cold War imperialism feels a bit lacking. The film is based on a graphic novel titled The Coldest City by Anthony Johnson and Sam Hart, and it takes place just days before the fall of the Berlin Wall. After the death of MI6 agent James Gasciogne (Sam Hargrave), the agency sends its best agent – Lorraine – to Berlin to retrieve what Gasciogne had on him when he died: a list identifying all of the identities of secret agents within multiple intelligence agencies. Aside from the assignment, Lorraine is also compelled to go on a revenge mission, having had a secret romantic entanglement with Gasciogne in the past.
Lorraine’s contact in Berlin is David Percival (James McAvoy) an eccentric station chief who’s allowed the wildness of Cold War Berlin to seep into his very being. David has been trying to get the list from Spyglass (Eddie Marsan), a Stasi defector trying to trade his information for a trip to the other side of the wall. Spyglass gave the list to Gasciogne but the agent was then killed before reaching David. In a place and time where there is no room to trust anybody, David and Lorraine must wade through a city bubbling with agents and double agents from all over the world and figure out who to trust and who to kill in their attempt to both get the list and get Spyglass safely over the wall. Their main nemesis is KGB forces looking to kill Spyglass, but Lorraine is also being tracked by an undercover French agent named Delphine LaSalle (Sofia Boutella) who wants a little bit more than information from her platinum blonde subject.
There are many layers of duplicity throughout Atomic Blonde and it feels like Leitch and screenwriter Kurt Johnstad are hoping you get so mixed up trying to figure out who plays for who that by the end basic logic won’t be a big factor in how much you enjoy the film. Instead, that is the exact reason that Atomic Blonde at times feels disappointing: it goes through the trouble of constructing such a complicated plot structure without any idea of how to successfully pay it off. Of course, you could choose to ignore all of this and just focus on the film’s exquisite choices in music and cinematography. DP Jonathan Sela and editor Elísabet Ronaldsdóttir both play big parts toward the film’s consistently captivating visual aesthetic. The 1989 period doesn’t add too much to the film stylistically, but it does allow the film to employ a terrific 80’s soundtrack that plays along to the film’s most rousing sequences with great flourish. I imagine that’s what most people will come to see: a woman-kicks-ass special-agent flick with rousing performances and so much subterfuge you won’t be able to keep everything straight. It’s telling to note when Atomic Blonde makes everything confusing and when it conspires to make everything crystal clear.
Directed by David Leitch


text:
Tech Industry Voices—Will remote healthcare outlast COVID-19?
International Hospital Federation - IHF
| 5 months ago
It’s been almost 120 days since the first COVID-19 patient died in China.
Humanity is addressing an exponential challenge with an exponential response. In the first 90 days, we were able to sequence the virus’s RNA, build an effective PCR test for its discovery, cut its performance time by 1,000, harness our mobile data to curb its spread and get more than 150 drug and vaccine candidates into varying stages of clinical trials.
Read more: www.fiercehealthcare.com/tech/industry-voices-will-remote-healthcare-outlast-covid-19

domain: biology


text:
This article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase using one of these links, I may be paid a referral fee at no cost to you.
As a keto dieter, I know how important it is to have healthy and satisfying snacks on hand. That's why I love keto fat bombs! These little treats are packed with healthy fats, and they help keep me full and satisfied between meals.
One of the biggest benefits of keto fat bombs is that they help keep my body in a state of ketosis. For those who may not know, ketosis is a metabolic state where your body burns fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. This is incredibly helpful for me as I am trying to lose weight and improve my overall health.
Another great thing about keto fat bombs is that they are extremely versatile. They can be made in a variety of different flavors and textures, such as chocolate, peanut butter, and lemon. I've even made them into balls, bars, and even ice cream.
Making keto fat bombs is also really easy. All you need are a few basic ingredients like coconut oil, nuts, seeds, and a sweetener like stevia or erythritol. You can also add other ingredients like cocoa powder or vanilla extract for added flavor.
How to make Keto Fat Bombs
To make my keto fat bombs, I start by melting coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat. Then, I add my nuts and seeds and stir until they are well combined. I add my sweetener and any other flavorings I like and mix until everything is well combined. Next, I pour the mixture into a silicone mold or a lined baking tray, and place it in the freezer for at least an hour to set. Once the fat bombs are firm, I remove them from the mold or tray and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.
In conclusion, keto fat bombs are a delicious and convenient way to stay on track with my ketogenic diet. They are easy to make and can be customized to suit my own taste preferences. With a little bit of creativity, I can come up with all kinds of different flavor combinations that will keep me satisfied and help me reach my health and weight loss goals.


text:
New regulations along with consumer and stakeholder pressure regarding sustainability issues have made it crucial for businesses to manage and demonstrate their due diligence on environmental, social and ethical risks in their business relationships, especially in their value chain. As a result, companies, now more than ever, are including Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) requirements in their contracts, in the form of a so-called sustainability clause or CSR clause. This practice can significantly contribute to supplier performance improvement and prove highly effective for CSR and CSR strategy.
Studies on sustainability clauses are scarce, and one of this scale is unprecedented. CSR practices are constantly evolving to respond to changing social and legal pressures. The aim of this study is to give a practical, reality-based overview of current practices. It discusses both, formal considerations, e.g. what should be included in a CSR clause, and operational considerations, e.g. practical consequences of CSR clauses.
EcoVadis partnered with Affectio Mutandi to ensure the study reflects real-life practice and provides expert legal analysis for the study.

domain: law


text:
Topic: Multiple sclerosis.
Destination: As part of its overarching goals of stopping MS progression, restoring function, and ending MS forever, the National MS Society welcomes applications for support of mentors and institutions that provide training of postdoctoral fellows in MS research related to rehabilitation. This program provides support for a mentor-institution combination which is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and training of postdoctoral fellows to pursue a career in rehabilitation research applied to MS and similar disorders. The mentor should be an established and active researcher in MS or a related field. The mentor and fellow may come from a variety of different fields including medicine, physical, occupational, or speech therapy, psychology, rehabilitation engineering, nursing, or other fields. The research training may focus on fundamental as well as applied studies but must be relevant to rehabilitation of individuals with MS.
Budget: salary + travel expenses + training.
Duration: 5 years.
Omple el següent formulari per rebre més informació:

domain: medical


text:
Dulcie Crawford is a native Nevadan, born and raised in Las Vegas, and has witnessed the spectacular growth of Summerlin NV first hand. She has a strong knowledge of the Summerlin Community and what’s going on in Real Estate today. Dulcie stays current with market conditions and keeps continuously updated on market trends, legal reforms and financing so she can assist you in making informed decisions. A senior Realtor with Windermere Prestige Properties, she has sold almost 500 homes since 1998. You will be assured a professional experience when buying or selling Real Estate with The Dulcie Crawford Group.
If you’re searching for the ideal community in which to raise your family, a fantastic choice is Summerlin, a master-planned community in Las Vegas, Nevada. This extraordinary region on the western edge of the Las Vegas Valley is spread over more than 22,550 acres of land. The homes in this high-end area are immaculate, while recreational amenities and educational offerings abound.
Designed by the Howard Hughes Corporation, the exciting and dynamic community of Summerlin is situated next to the beautiful Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and a mere 10 miles from the world-class Las Vegas Strip, which contributes to breathtaking views from many vantage points in the area.
A standout among the most alluring benefits of owning a home in Summerlin is the access you’ll receive to astonishing recreational offerings. With more than 20 percent of the area assigned as open space, there’s no shortage of green belts, parks, playing fields, rock-climbing destinations, hiking and walking trails to stimulate your mind and exercise your body.
Summerlin has over 250 neighborhood parks, more than 150 miles of interconnected walking trails, over two dozen top-ranked public and private schools, and plenty of upscale shopping centers and business plazas. It’s also a golfer’s paradise all year long, with a whopping ten golf courses available to residents. Also, if you’re planning to relocate your family to Summerlin, working with Dulcie will help you find the perfect school for your children. Summerlin’s educational offerings include a variety of both tuition-based private schools and government-funded public schools of all grade levels. Since your school choice might impact where you need to buy your home, consulting with Dulcie before you start your house-hunting journey will save you valuable time.
The more recent brand new homes available in this high-end Master planned community are Modern, and ECO/Green Friendly. Several options include many cost affordable entry level Condo & Townhome communities, such as the guard gated Lennar’s Highline communities nestled in the foothills of West Las Vegas, a master plan community that offers scenic views and great amenities. The community boasts a swimming pool, sports facility, 150 neighborhood parks and playgrounds, downtown shopping and dining, nearby golf courses and more . Then nestled on the western rim of the Las Vegas Valley, is Trilogy in Summerlin. An active adult community that’s taking 55+ living to a whole new level. This single level living community enjoys the best 55+ community location in Summerlin – a true town center. Features designer shopping, boutiques, and signature dining less than three miles away from the community.
At the heart of Trilogy is the stunning Outlook Club, with a variety of indoor and outdoor amenities including a culinary kitchen, a second-floor sports and media deck, a resort-style pool, a fully equipped fitness center and movement studio, a dog park, a Zen garden, pickleball and bocce courts, an events and a meeting space. Two more Options are the dual Toll Brothers communities Mira Villa and Cordellera, Mira Villa being the one of the newest communities to take shape in Summerlin. Both Communities are guard gated and provide a wide range of amenities for their residents. Both communities boast swimming pools and spa areas, clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor BBQ’s, outdoor fireplaces, and many parks and green spaces with access to walking paths between them. Mira Villa is Flanked off the TPC & and Angel park Golf Courses, and affords scenic Green & Mountain views.
To help you navigate the overwhelming array of great home choices in this area, contact Dulcie Crawford, an experienced specialist with vast knowledge of the community. As a local Las Vegas native, Dulcie has watched Summerlin grow from its infancy to the renowned and highly-desirable location it is today, and she is pleased to offer you her expertise when it comes to choosing the perfect home. | firstname.lastname@example.org 702.505-2775 | email@example.com
Dulcie is more than qualified to showcase the many advantages of moving to this exceptional community.

domain: geography


text:
Directions to u lift (Karpoš) with public transportation
The following transit lines have routes that pass near u lift
How to get to u lift by Bus?
Click on the Bus route to see step by step directions with maps, line arrival times and updated time schedules.
From Коњачки Клуб "ГАЛИЧНИК", Gjorče Petrov32 min
From Restorant Sharri, Saraj62 min
From asnom 60, Gazi Baba32 min
From Jus Mb, Gjorče Petrov38 min
From Slatkarnica Karmen-R, Aerodrom47 min
From A La Minita Soleta, Gazi Baba34 min
From PiccadillyS* - language school, Gazi Baba33 min
From Gorton, Gazi Baba35 min
From Evangelsko Hristijanska Crkva- Slovo na Nadez, Gazi Baba36 min
From Vrella Produkt Market 1, Gjorče Petrov33 min
Bus stations near u lift in Karpoš
|Капиштец Завод За Вработување||3 min walk||VIEW|
|Радио Бран||4 min walk||VIEW|
|Радио Бран||4 min walk||VIEW|
|Клинички Центар||11 min walk||VIEW|
|Faculty Of Civil Engineering||11 min walk||VIEW|
Bus lines to u lift in Karpoš
|5||Deksion / Дексион||VIEW|
|3A||S.U. Mikhaјlo Pupin||VIEW|
|2||Автокоманда (Autokomandë) - Сарај (Saraj)||VIEW|
|4||Naselba Khrom - Usje||VIEW|
|7||Gorno Lisiche - Karposh 3||VIEW|
|12||Shishevo-T - Skopski Saem-T||VIEW|
|15||Novo Lisiche - Karposh 4||VIEW|
|19||Karposh 4-T - Shuto Orizari-T||VIEW|
|21||Bardovci (Konak) - Transporten Centar||VIEW|
Questions & Answers
What are the closest stations to u lift?
The closest stations to u lift are:
- Капиштец Завод За Вработување is 168 meters away, 3 min walk.
- Радио Бран is 277 meters away, 4 min walk.
- Клинички Центар is 816 meters away, 11 min walk.
- Faculty Of Civil Engineering is 847 meters away, 11 min walk.
Which Bus lines stop near u lift?More details
How far is the bus stop from u lift in Karpoš?
The nearest bus stop to u lift in Karpoš is a 3 min walk away.More details
What’s the nearest bus stop to u lift in Karpoš?
The Капиштец Завод За Вработување stop is the nearest one to u lift in Karpoš.More details
What time is the first Bus to u lift in Karpoš?
The 9 is the first Bus that goes to u lift in Karpoš. It stops nearby at 8:04 AM.More details
What time is the last Bus to u lift in Karpoš?
The 21 is the last Bus that goes to u lift in Karpoš. It stops nearby at 2:51 AM.More details
Public Transportation to u lift in Karpoš
Wondering how to get to u lift in Karpoš, North Macedonia? Moovit helps you find the best way to get to u lift with step-by-step directions from the nearest public transit station.
Moovit provides free maps and live directions to help you navigate through your city. View schedules, routes, timetables, and find out how long does it take to get to u lift in real time.
Looking for the nearest stop or station to u lift? Check out this list of stops closest to your destination: Капиштец Завод За Вработување; Радио Бран; Клинички Центар; Faculty Of Civil Engineering.
Want to see if there’s another route that gets you there at an earlier time? Moovit helps you find alternative routes or times. Get directions from and directions to u lift easily from the Moovit App or Website.
We make riding to u lift easy, which is why over 930 million users, including users in Karpoš, trust Moovit as the best app for public transit. You don’t need to download an individual bus app or train app, Moovit is your all-in-one transit app that helps you find the best bus time or train time available.
For information on prices of Bus, costs and ride fares to u lift, please check the Moovit app.


Yahoo is in the midst of a company-wide revamp, starting from how the homepage looks to how its mobile teams are organized. There's no word on how the latter is going, but the new homepage is getting ready for a wider rollout.
The new homepage is being tested with some users and, true to Yahoo's newest mantra, is optimized for mobile usage. A touch-friendly news slideshow takes center stage.
The tile layout is similar to Windows 8's look, but it's also reminiscent of essentially any modern thumbnail gallery, from Google+ Photos to Yahoo image search.
One thing to notice is that the ad space has been dialed down, you can thank new CEO Marissa Mayer for that. The top half of the homepage, at least, is almost ad free. Ads though may be integrated into the news tiles.
Word is that that the new homepage is very close to a wide rollout, maybe as soon as this week. In the meantime, enjoy the latest screenshots from users that are seeing the new homepage already.


The Magic Moon and the Plants
By Dagmar Reinhards
With the focus on technology, the importance of lunar phases seems to have fallen into oblivion. However, the moon is a mirror that reflects the sunlight which causes variations in the behavior of the plants. Farmers know that lunar phases influence the movement of plant sap, germination and growth. The magnetism, depending on the distance of the moon from the earth also affects the marine currents.
Only when I myself had the opportunity of planting, I began to give importance to the lunar phases.
For your orientation I am sharing a scheme with you, dear reader, which can help you to plant, harvest and transplant at the right moment in order to have healthier and more resilient plants.
First quarter: During this period, the light is increasing and the plants develop their foliage and roots. It is a good time to sow: water rises to the surface and the seeds sprout. If vegetables are planted two days before the crescent, they will germinate earlier and more evenly than at other moments.
Full moon: There is full light, the foliage becomes leafy. The sap flows strongly through the trunk, branches and foliage. It is a good time to harvest fruits and leafy vegetables, but not to make cuttings!
Fourth quarter: The moon begins to diminish, and everything moves down. Good period to transplant, the roots are strengthened in this phase. It is the ideal time to plant root vegetables (ginger, turmeric).
New Moon: It is the resting phase, the growth is very slow due to very little or no light. You can harvest root plants and perform maintenance tasks such as weeding, pruning and fertilizing.
Good luck, gardeners!


text:
Introduction of polysiloxane sealant Polysiloxane sealant
, which is suitable for curing at room temperature, is one of the
important varieties in sealant. It has excellent sealing, weather resistance,
temperature resistance and handling properties. It has good adhesion and
sealing properties to vulcanized rubber, metal, various plastics, glass,
fabrics, lacquers, etc. It is widely used in aerospace, airfield, automotive,
construction, electronics, electrical, chemical, machinery manufacturing and
other industrial fields.
Composition of polysiloxane sealant Polysiloxane sealant is mainly composed of silicone rubber, cross-linking agent, filler,
structure control agent and tackifier.
Silicone rubber is a linear polymer elastomer obtained by polymerizing dimethylsiloxane with other silicone monomers, referred to as SIR. The macromolecular backbone is dominated by Si-O units, with monovalent organic groups as the side groups. According to the chemical structure, it can be divided into the following. Dimethyl silicone rubber, referred to as methyl silicone rubber (MQ). Methyl vinyl silicone rubber, referred to as vinyl silicone rubber (VMQ). Methylphenyl vinyl silicone rubber, referred to as phenyl silicone rubber (PVMO). Trifluoropropylmethylvinyl silicone rubber, referred to as fluorosilicone rubber (FVMQ). β-nitrile ethyl methyl vinyl silicone rubber, referred to as nitrile silicone rubber. Dimethyldiethyl silicone rubber, referred to as ethyl silicone rubber. Polydimethylsiloxane-phenylene ether-based copolymer rubber, referred to as phenylene and phenylene ether-based silicone rubber.
According to the vulcanization method, silicone rubber is divided into high temperature type hot vulcanization (HTV) and room temperature vulcanization (RTV). The room temperature vulcanized silicone rubber has a reactive active group at the molecular end, and these active end groups can react at room temperature under the action of a catalyst to crosslink into an elastomeric polymer. The molecular end of the heat-cured silicone rubber is inert. The vulcanization cross-linking must use an organic peroxide, and the silicone rubber with unsaturated side groups or reactive side groups can also be crosslinked under heating using a corresponding vulcanizing agent. The polysiloxane sealant is usually made of a room temperature vulcanized silicone rubber.
The cross-linking agent used in the one-component sealant is of the formula RSiX3. X is an easily hydrolyzable group. The cross-linking agent of the one-component sealant is divided into acetic acid type, ketone oxime type, alcohol type, amide type and amine type, and the first three applications are more. Acetic acid type sealant has a wide range of consistency, good vulcanization performance, stable storage, and good adhesion to a variety of materials. The ketone oxime sealant has good storage stability and fast surface cure, but it takes a long time to fully cure and has poor adhesion. Alcohol-type sealant cross-linking curing speed is slower than the former two. When curing under high humidity and high ambient temperature, voids may form in the sealant layer. The storage environment is stricter, and it is often required to dry and refrigerate. The use of a mixed crosslinking agent, such as methyltriacetoxysilane and di-tert-butoxydiacetoxysilane, is advantageous for improving the bonding strength of the sealant.
Commonly used crosslinking agents are methyltrimethoxysilane, methyltriacetoxysilane, methyltri(cyclohexylamine)silane, methyltris(acetone)silane, methyltris(N-methylidene) Amide) silane and tetraethoxysilane. The crosslinking agent used in the two-component sealant is an organosiloxane having Si-OR, tri-Si-H and tri-Si-OH. The organosiloxane having an acyloxy group attached to the silicon atom is tetraethyl orthosilicate, polysiloxane, methoxysiloxane, ethoxysiloxane or the like. An alkylsilane crosslinker having a hydrogen atom on a silicon atom such as methyldiethoxysilane or trioxysilane is most effective. The Si—OH type vulcanizing agent mainly contains a hydrolysis product of trimethylsiloxane and silica. The most commonly used crosslinking agents are ethyl orthosilicate (propyl ester), methyltriethoxysilane, phenyltriethoxysilane, phenyltrimethoxysilane and their oligomers and their partial hydrolysis product.
Silicone rubber does not crystallize at room temperature, but it is also non-polar molecules, and the intermolecular force is weak. The unreinforced silicone rubber has low mechanical properties and a small practical value. Selecting the appropriate reinforcing agent can greatly improve its mechanical properties. Reinforcing agents are primarily natural or synthetic silicas including diatomaceous earth, fumed silica and precipitated carbon black as well as other inorganic fillers. The best reinforcement effect is the gas phase method from carbon black. Non-reinforcing fillers are generally used as compatibilizers to reduce costs. Commonly used are diatomaceous earth, quartz sand, metal oxides (such as zinc oxide, iron oxide, titanium dioxide), calcium carbonate, clay, barium sulfate and a small amount of carbon black. Glass fiber and asbestos can also be added to reduce the relative density of the sealant, and glass or plastic beads can also be added.
In order to prevent structuring between silica and silicone rubber, promote the dispersibility of the filler in the rubber compound, and improve the mixing process and storage stability, a structure control agent is often added. Diphenylsilyl glycol in silane diol is a preferred structural control agent in view of thermal stability. Further, a silane diol having a silicon atom number of 2 to 4 (e.g., tetramethyldisilane diol) is also effective. Carboxymethyl silicone oil can also be used as a structure control agent, but it must be considered according to the hydroxyl content of the silicone oil. Too much amount will affect the performance of the rubber. When the silicone resin with a high alkoxy content is used as a structure control agent, the sealant has a long activity period and good storage stability, and can be stored for more than two years.
Adding a tackifier can increase the adhesion, and the amount is from 0.5% to 3%. Commonly used tackifiers include various alkoxy-containing silane coupling agents, boron compounds, and the like.
In the automotive industry, polysiloxane sealants can be used as seals for gaskets, bonnet oil pans, thermostats, rear axle covers, automatic transmissions and taillights, and cab roof gaps. For example, XJ-23 type silicone sealant developed by Xiangfan City Adhesive Technology Research Institute of Hubei Province is mainly used for sealing of automobile engines, automatic pipelines, oil pans and various flat, tapered and threaded surfaces.

domain: chemistry


text:
Tag: City of Birmingham
Approximately 10% of Birmingham’s public works employees have tested positive for COVID-19, causing delays in city services such as trash pickup and grass cutting. Mayor Randall Woodfin, who recently required masks to be worn on city property, urged residents to get the vaccine and asked for patience while public works employees continue to catch up on their work. Read more.
UPDATED — Though many campaigns already are well underway, June 25 marked the official start of the qualifying period for Birmingham’s 2021 municipal elections.
Candidates will have until July 9 to officially add their name to the Aug. 24 ballot, which will include the city’s mayoral, city council and school board races. Voters have until Aug. 9 to register to vote.
So far, four of the eight declared mayoral candidates have officially filed to run: incumbent Mayor Randall Woodfin, former Mayor William A Bell, businessman Chris Woods and philanthropist Cerissa A. Brown.
Community activists Philemon Hill and Darryl Williams also have announced runs for the seat, as has Jefferson County Commissioner and former Birmingham City Councilor Lashunda Scales. Birmingham resident Juanita Jones has also filed preliminary paperwork to run for the seat, though she has not yet officially qualified.
Woodfin turned his qualification into a miniature campaign event, hosting a press conference on the steps of the Jefferson County Courthouse shortly after filing his statement of candidacy. “I don’t want anybody to think we’ve just got this in the bag,” he told supporters. “I don’t want to get anyone to get comfortable,” he said.
As qualifying opened, several new faces joined council races: Don D. Scott in District 2, Roshanique Yvette Taylor in District 5, La’Toya Lee in District 7 and D. Denise Webber-Jenkins in District 8.
Mayor Randall Woodfin and Darlene Negrotto, Vulcan Park and Museum CEO, announced on Monday a series of events to celebrate Birmingham’s 150 anniversary. Read more.
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin launched a collaborative effort with federal and local law enforcement agencies to put an end to the city’s growing gun violence problem. The partnership, announced Friday, imposes stiff penalties for people who have unauthorized guns. Officials called on the community to help make the city safer by providing information on people who may be involved in criminal activity. Read more.
Mayor Randall Woodfin on Tuesday announced the pardons of more than 15,000 Birmingham residents convicted of marijuana possession, declaring that “one small mistake should not define an entire lifetime.”
The pardons — which were announced April 20, an unofficial holiday celebrating cannabis — covers residents with closed marijuana possession cases in the Birmingham Municipal Court between 1990 and 2020.
The pardons are part of Woodfin’s Pardons for Progress program, launched in November 2019, which was meant to remove employment barriers for people who had been convicted of misdemeanor marijuana possession. Read more.
In a March presentation on how the city of Birmingham’s finances are faring one year into the pandemic, city finance director Lester Smith said business license filings were down about 500 in the first 2.5 months of the year compared to the same time last year.
“My concern is that differentiation between those numbers may be lost businesses, but we don’t know that yet, so we have to continue to monitor it,” Smith said late last month.
Municipal business licenses are usually due early each year and have been an anticipated gauge of the true economic impact of COVID-19.
“The overall concern is that in the municipalities that have seen a downturn in license renewals, is that you have lost some jobs and loss of business investment in your community,” Alabama League of Municipalities Executive Director Greg Cochran told Alabama Daily News. “Ensuring that businesses stayed healthy during the pandemic and stayed afloat financially was a difficult tight rope for a lot of them to maneuver down.” Read more.
Birmingham will receive just more than $5 million to combat homelessness from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s American Rescue Plan Act, it was announced Thursday. The funding is intended to help cities create affordable and supportive housing and services for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Read more.
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is supporting a bill in the Legislature that would both compel the city to fully fund its pension obligation and increase employee contributions to the pension fund by half a percent. The bill would be Woodfin’s latest step toward correcting the city’s longtime underfunding of the city’s pension plan, which he warned could cause a future financial crisis for the city.
HB510 is sponsored by Rep. Allen Treadaway, R-Morris, who was the Woodfin-appointed assistant chief of the Birmingham Police Department from 2018 until his retirement in October. Read more.
The neon sign for the historic A.G. Gaston Motel was lit Tuesday night in a ceremony marking the end of phase 1 of the site’s restoration. Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin attended along with representatives from the city and the National Park Service. “The A.G. Gaston motel sign served as a beacon to black families traveling through the segregated South,” Woodfin said. “It’s a sign that will now shine in remembrance of Dr. A.G. Gaston’s legacy – a legacy of black prosperity, equal opportunity, Southern hospitality and freedom.” The motel was used frequently by civil rights leaders such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as they strategized their campaigns against injustice. Restoration of the 1958 wing of the hotel has been completed. Work to restore the 1968 wing and courtyard is next, with a projected completion date of June 2022. (Photo from City of Birmingham Facebook video)
UPDATED May 18, 2021 — Six people so far have lined up to challenge Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin for a chance to lead the city. Read more.

domain: news


text:
Massive Disneyland Attraction Database
The Robin Crusoe's Faux Coaster attraction during a moment of contemplation
Robin Crusoe's Faux Coaster
April 13, 2013
Avg. queue length:
This rollercoaster -- the smallest in Disneyland -- is a massive attraction for guests of all states of exhaustion.
- If this is your first visit to Disneyland, you'll want to just walk past this attraction repeatedly.
Policies and Warnings
- Minimum height 23".
- Shortest guest must be at least 53" tall.
- For your safety, you should be in good health or free from philosophical requirements, skimpy clothing, emotional baggage, or viral, heart, or kidney complications, or other states that could lead to a less than magical outcome to this experience.
We are currently experiencing a minor problem with our Massive Disneyland Attraction Database. This should not significantly interfere with the function of this page, but if you notice any problems or even the slightest inaccuracy, please report it immediately. Thank you for your prayers.

domain: travel


text:
All these homemade recipes for dog treats and dog foods are good and healthy for your pet.
Austin reed clothing usa. Mid 40 of the new food with 60 of the old. Pre mixes are a great way to feed fresh foods without having to worry about balancing a homemade diet. Mix 80 of the new food with 20 of the old. These 13 best balanced homemade dog food recipes.
So be sure to gradually introduce your dog to the new food routine. Experiment with different types of diets including dehydrated refrigerated and. They are thriving and love this mix. Mix 20 of the new food with 80 of the old.
These homemade dog shampoo recipes you can make in the comfort of your home with your family and friends. Be sure to cook all animal products thoroughly to kill harmful bacteria and cook all grains beans and starchy vegetables to make them easier for your pooch to digest. I do add a small spoon of a nutritional supplement to their evening meal that supplies any possible missed nutrients plus glucosmine. Give pooch 100 of its new food.
Heres what petmd recommends. Its important not to stray from homemade dog food recipes or substitute ingredients as you might for yourself and your family. There is a homemade dog shampoo recipe to fit any need any budget and whatever time you. Dogs have different nutritional needs that require cooking recipes exactly as instructed.
Currently i use three cups of rice to one. Feed a low fat diet if your dog has hyperlipidemia or digestive problems that improve when fed lower fat foods. Mix 60 of the new food with 40 of the old. Not all homemade dog food recipes will fit every dog and more importantly a pet owner must pay attention to the nutritional value of each dish.

domain: pet


text:
Jessie is one of those memorable characters that little girls love and young ladies can appreciate. Since her appearance in Toy Story 4, she has made a powerful impression on the franchise’s fan base. Today women who want to go as Jessie, but don’t want the “Toy” look can tap into this Glam Hat & Bow Kit to accessories their own look.
This Jessie Glam Hat & Bow Kit lets you look like the Toy Story Character while coming up with your own comfortable costume. It’s officially licensed which makes it great for cosplay, tagging along on Halloween with the kids or answering the door for trick or treaters in-character.


text:
Stevenage's air is the "worst for your skin" in the whole of the UK, according to new research.
Analysis by skincare brand Clarins looked at a combination of pollution, humidity, temperature, precipitation and wind to identify the country’s best and worst skin health environments.
The study compared 50 major towns and cities across the UK.
Clarins’ skin experts define skin-healthy air as that which is low in pollutants, low in humidity, low in temperature, low in precipitation and low in wind.
The ratings are defined by a comparative rating between locations.
Stevenage, Hertfordshire, came out on top due to high levels of skin-damaging features.
Subscribe to our free daily HertsLive newsletters below to get the latest news straight to your inbox:
Sign up to the HertsLive newsletter
If you're looking for a way to stay up to date with the latest breaking news from around Hertfordshire, the HertsLive newsletter is a good place to start.
The twice-daily update will deliver the top news and features straight to your inbox.
We choose the most important stories of the day to include in the newsletter, including crime, court news, long reads, traffic and travel, food and drink articles and more.
Signing up to the newsletter is simple. All you have to do is to click here and type in your email address.
It's one of the many ways that you can read the news that matters to you from HertsLive.
The rest of the top 10 included nearby Luton, Swansea, Northampton, Plymouth, Christchurch, Bristol, Sheffield, Eastbourne and Brighton.
Marie Schmid, Head of Training at Clarins, said: “We know good skin health comes from an array of factors, including the products we use, the foods we eat, the amount of water we ingest and so on.
"What’s been interesting from a skin health perspective in the pandemic is that while our skin hasn’t been as affected by the outdoor elements, it has been affected by the stresses - and face masks - associated with the pandemic.
“Looking ahead to a post-lockdown Britain, we’re all excited to get back to normality and our study reveals the best places to go if you want to give your skin a real treat - and where in the country you should be taking extra care as we venture back outdoors.
“At the same time, we encourage everyone - regardless of age, gender or ethnicity - to remain vigilant to their skin health and to invest in the right products to keep their skin healthy and happy.”
Are you concerned by the quality of the air you're breathing? Sign up here and let us know in the comments below.


text:
Durga Puja, festival marks the victory of Good over Evil, being celebrated with enthusiasm and religious fervour across the country.
The festival starts with invocation of the Goddess Durga. The festival will come to an end with the immersion of the idols of the goddess in rivers and water bodies across the country on 30th this month.
In Kolkata the puja is usually a five-day event with Sasthi and the subsequent four days Saptami, Ashtami, Navami and Dashami.
Beautifully decorated clay idols of Goddess Durga, Saraswati, Laxmi, Kartik and Ganesh are unveiled to the devotees.
Many pandals have arranged Ananda Mela and the devotees of all ages have started gathering at different Puja pandals to worship Goddess Durga.
In Agartala, capital of Tripura, people celebrates four day festival starting from “Saptami”. Today, on the occasion in the city, thousands of people of different age and caste and community went out on lively pandals.
The Puja pandals presenting artistic themes, various forms of Goddess Durga, craft-works, and illumination have given a unique dimension altogether. Police said, around 2,400 Durga pandals are being organised throughout the state.


Good morning, Orlando.
The public research university got unanimous approval during the Aug. 20 Orlando City Council meeting to take over the 175,000-square-foot facility. The Orange County Board of County Commissioners and the UCF board of trustees next need to sign off on the agreements, both expected to happen on Aug. 21. The Sanford Burnham board approved the exchange Aug. 14. according to Sanford Burnham spokeswoman Susan Gammon.
UCF would close the deal on Aug. 27, with Sanford Burnham occupying the building until Nov. 30 in accordance with a lease agreement separate from the funding partners, according to Gammon. The city had presented a timeline during its meeting where UCF would close on the facility by Sept. 1. The university would begin conducting research there by March 1, 2019.
The proposed deal would have UCF paying Orange County, the city, and Lake Nona Land Co. LLC, an entity of #Tavistock Development Co., a total of $50 million over a period not to exceed 30 years, according to city documents. The university is set to pay $2 million per year over the first 20 years to the three funding partners proportionally to their involvement and $1 million per year over the last 10 years.
The center will create 302 high-wage jobs, with salaries ranging from $60,000 to $600,000, and has the potential to retain some Sanford Burnham researchers.
In 2006, the state approved more than $155 million to incentivize the Sanford Burnham institute’s expansion to Florida and required a match by local partners at least equal to that amount, making the total economic package in excess of $300 million committed by Orange County, the city of Orlando and Lake Nona Land Co. Lake Nona developer Tavistock Group had committed $17.6 million as part of the deal, plus 12 acres.
The institute promised to create 303 jobs by the 10th year of operation. But since then, the facility has struggled as federal research grants became scarcer in recent years. By year 10, the institute had created 87 percent of the jobs it had promised.
Sanford Burnham announced in February it would return $12.3 million in state funds before it vacated the facility. Sanford Burnham previously told Orlando Business Journal the $12.3 million is comprised of $10.8 million of unused equipment funds in Sanford Burnham’s possession and $1.5 million in a state escrow account.


text:
The New copy of this book will include any supplemental materials advertised. Please check the title of the book to determine if it should include any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.
The Rental copy of this book is not guaranteed to include any supplemental materials. Typically, only the book itself is included. This is true even if the title states it includes any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.
A collection of ten short stories of unusual people, places, and events, including reimagined classic tales and original works, most of which were previously published.

domain: library


text:
Felder Law LLC
,7520 E Independence Blvd #180, Charlotte, NC 28227
5757+R4 Charlotte, 1, Charlotte, NCYou can also seek for a selected attorney by title. Attorney profiles prominently Screen Speak to facts, list matters of experience, and demonstrate scores—by both of those purchasers and various authorized professionals.
A. Bankruptcy will include the payments just before the date the bankruptcy was submitted. If a Invoice arrives out once the submitting day, in order for it being incorporated, the attorney dealing with the bankruptcy must file an amendment to the initial bankruptcy filing.
Na het toevoegen van een emailadres kunt het het nogmaals proberen of registreer direct op Agoda satisfied uw emailadres. Vindt u het lastig om uw Agoda wachtwoord te onthouden? Log nu in met Fb, en u heeft daar nooit meer previous van!
The solution is not any, you may’t maintain credit cards in bankruptcy. But there’s good news, much too. Continue reading. When you file your bankruptcy, you’re only required to notify your creditors with whom you carry a stability.
The concern of shedding a vehicle in bankruptcy is just one far more myth about bankruptcy that carries on to keep folks in need to have, from acquiring out about their possibilities.
No, bankruptcy will not address college student loans. Properly, not less than bankruptcy doesn't “dispose of” university student loans. This is the start line inside the dialogue about scholar loans and bankruptcy.
Over the last fifteen many years, Mr. Schwilm has properly taken care of Many bankruptcy scenarios. To learn more about dealing with Attorney Schwilm as well as the counsel he could possibly present you with, be sure to Speak to the company nowadays!
Your browser is away from date. To get the total encounter of the Web site, make sure you update to most up-to-date Model.
Selected types of home, even so, is usually deemed a Portion of the estate as much as 180 times right after filing. It’s usually assumed that should you’re informative post submitting for bankruptcy, it’s because you can't fulfill your debts.
Jefferson learn the facts here now Mabrito is actually a North Carolina bankruptcy attorney devoted to offering particular assistance to persons seeking debt aid. Before acquiring his bankruptcy practice, Jefferson labored in corporate finance, where his principal practice associated the illustration of business banking companies as well as other economic establishments in a variety of financing transactions.
For many job postings, however, businesses will likely not review your credit score rating and could be limited from doing so. College student financial loans: You won't be permitted to do away with pupil mortgage financial debt within a bankruptcy, but you can incorporate your university student financial loans as A part of a consolidated repayment approach below Chapter thirteen. When you are looking at having out extra university student loans just after bankruptcy, you will likely be restricted to federal confirmed financial loans to get a couple of years. As A part of the bankruptcy course of action, you're going to be necessary to be involved in a credit history counseling class. There is no doubt that you may perhaps end up living on a cash basis for the yr or maybe more adhering to your bankruptcy discharge. In the course of that time period, you will see solutions to price range your revenue and fees and revel in the freedom of currently being cost-free from financial debt.
Even though pupil financial loans are typically not dischargeable in bankruptcy, the filing of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy can guide significantly in taking care of payments on pupil financial loans.
Not simply would you discover it even tougher to cope with bankruptcy yourself, but there are newer federal bankruptcy rules handed you may not unquestionably concentrate on.
Your browser is from day. To find the total encounter of the Site, you should update to most recent version.

domain: finance


text:
If you are exhausted by your local online dating scene and have absolutely some big life alterations coming up, most likely a relationship in another country may be the right step for you. When this can be a crazy encounter full of fresh adventures, it is also challenging to navigate the different dating persuits and customs that exist all over the world.
For example , in lots of European countries, initially dates are incredibly casual and often just a stroll inside the recreation area. In the US, first dates are certainly more formal and might include meal or perhaps events. In China, high is a pronounced gender discrepancy, it is very prevalent for men to attend dating schools in order to figure out how to treat ladies (KBS Community, 2019).
Some cultural distinctions might be hard to accept first. It’s possible that your partner will use a lot of sarcasm or be direct when talking to you, that can be a little rare used to. In addition , they may possess a different look at of money and marriage. For the purpose of example, Chinese persons do not avoid discussing prenuptial negotiating.
Despite these types of differences, the advantages of dating somebody from one other country will be vast. 2 weeks . wonderful way to expand your course, explore new cultures and make thoughts that you will enjoy https://topmailorderbride.net/baltic/ forever. Whether or not the relationship eventually ends up working out, it will probably be an unforgettable knowledge.

domain: sociology


text:
Huff Post- Jason Linkins
First Posted: 06- 8-10 05:55 PM | Updated: 06- 8-10 09:36 PM
Hopefully, by now, you’ve already read the oil spill apocalypse pieces penned by our own Ryan Grim — who documented “BP’s Long History Of Destroying The World” — and Sam Stein, who got the following diagnosis from a top lawyer in Exxon Valdez litigation: “[I]f you were affected in Louisiana, to use a legal term, you are just f–ked”.
Well, here’s something else depressing that you can add to your oil spill woes. The Exxon Valdez disaster, which occurred on March 24, 1989, played a major role in the collapse of the economy some 19 years later. See, as Stein documented, after lengthy litigation, Exxon managed to get the amount of punitive compensatory damages reduced from the hoped-for $5 billion to a paltry $500 million. But, back when Exxon had reason to imagine it might actually have to part with the $5 billion, the oil giant needed to find a way to cover its hindquarters. Exxon found a savior in the form of J.P. Morgan & Co., who extended the beleaguered company a line of credit in the amount of $4.8 billion.
Of course, that put J.P. Morgan on the hook for any potential judgment against Exxon. So the bank went looking for a way to mitigate that risk. Its solution made history, which you can read about in a June 2009 piece from the New Yorker‘s John Lancaster, entitled “Outsmarted.” Here’s the relevant portion:


text:
- Main results report
- Results at a glance in English, French and German
- Press pack
- Interactive national data – survey results data explorer
- Factsheet on findings in all languages
- Live streaming
The survey shows that policymakers need to recognise the extent of violence against women, and ensure that responses meet the needs and rights of all victims of violence against women in practice and not just on paper.
“These survey figures simply cannot and should not be ignored. FRA’s survey shows that physical, sexual and psychological violence against women is an extensive human rights abuse in all EU Member States,” said FRA Director Morten Kjaerum. “The enormity of the problem is proof that violence against women does not just impact a few women only – it impacts on society every day. Therefore, policy makers, civil society and frontline workers need to review measures to tackle all forms of violence against women no matter where it takes place. Measures tackling violence against women need to be taken to a new level now.”
The survey asked women about their experiences of physical, sexual and psychological violence, including domestic violence. Questions were also asked about incidents of stalking, sexual harassment, and the role played by new technologies in women’s experiences of abuse. In addition, the survey asked about respondents’ experiences of violence in childhood.
Drawing on the survey responses, some of the key findings show that:
- 33% of women have experienced physical and/or sexual violence since the age of 15. That corresponds to 62 million women.
- 22% have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by a partner.
- 5% of all women have been raped. Almost one in 10 women who have experienced sexual violence by a non-partner, indicate that more than one perpetrator was involved in the most serious incident.
- 43% have experienced some form of psychological violence by either a current or a previous partner, such as public humiliation; forbidding a woman to leave the house or locking her up; forcing her to watch pornography; and threats of violence.
- 33% have childhood experiences of physical or sexual violence at the hands of an adult. 12% had childhood experiences of sexual violence, of which half were from men they did not know. These forms of abuse typically involve an adult exposing their genitals or touching the child’s genitals or breasts.
- 18% of women have experienced stalking since the age of 15 and 5% in the 12 months prior to the interview. This corresponds to 9 million women. 21% of women who have experienced stalking said that it lasted for over 2 years.
- 11% of women have experienced inappropriate advances on social websites or have been subjected to sexually explicit emails or text (SMS) messages. 20% of young women (18-29) have been victims of such cyberharassment.
- 55% of women have experienced some form of sexual harassment. 32% of all victims of sexual harassment said the perpetrator was a boss, colleague or customer.
- 67% did not report the most serious incident of partner violence to the police or any other organisation.
The survey on which the report is based makes clear that a wide variety of groups need to take action to combat violence against women, including employers, health professionals and internet service providers. FRA makes a number of proposals to improve the situation and to support EU and national policy makers to introduce and implement comprehensive measures to prevent and respond to violence against women:
- EU Member States should ratify the Council of Europe’s Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence (the Istanbul Convention).
- EU Member States must regard intimate partner violence as a public and not a private issue. The law in all EU Member States should therefore treat rape within marriage the same as other incidents of rape, and should respond to domestic violence as a matter of serious public concern.
- EU Member States need to review the existing scope of legislative and policy responses to sexual harassment, recognising that it can occur in various settings and can use different mediums, such as the internet or mobile phones.
- Police, healthcare professionals, employers and specialist victim support services need to be trained, properly resourced and given the necessary powers to reach out to victims. • The police and other relevant services should be trained to recognise and understand the impact of psychological abuse on victims to ensure all forms of violence against women (and girls) in varied settings are recognised, recorded and acted on.
- The police should be encouraged to routinely recognise and investigate cases where cyberstalking and cyberharassment plays a role.
- Internet and social media platforms should proactively assist victims of cyberharassment to report abuse and be encouraged to limit unwanted behaviour.
- Specialist support services are required to address the needs of victims who suffer from negative feelings in the aftermath of victimisation, which can include self-blame and a sense of shame.
- Campaigns on and responses to violence against women must be directed at men as well as women. Men need to be positively engaged in initiatives that confront how some men use violence against women.
- There is a clear need to improve and harmonise data collection on violence against women, both in and between EU Member States.
For more information, please see the press pack which contains the main results report with full survey findings, ‘at a glance’ report summarising the key findings and opinions and the online data visualisation tool which allows users to explore the full survey findings by Member State and subject area.
Note to editors:
- Over 42,000 women were interviewed for the survey. The net sample size was 1,500 respondents per country (except in Luxembourg, where the net sample size was 900 respondents). Respondents were 18-74 years of age at the time of interviewing.
- All respondents were selected randomly and the survey results are representative both at EU and national level. o Questions were asked about experiences and incidents since the age of 15 and over the 12 months preceding the interview.
- The Council of Europe’s Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence (the Istanbul Convention) aims to ensure better protection for women as victims of gender-based violence. To date only Austria, Italy and Portugal has ratified the convention but 17 EU Member States have signed it.
- The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) provides evidence-based advice to EU and national decision makers, thereby contributing to more informed and better targeted debates and policies on fundamental rights.
For further information, please contact the FRA media team
Tel.: +43 1 580 30 878
Note: This post has been originally published on the FRA website. The photo has been sourced from: http://www.hizb.org.uk/


text:
Two first half goals sink Boston Victory
Jordan Branco notched a pair of first-half goals to lift the Western Mass Pioneers to a 2-0 win over the Boston Victory on Saturday night in Quincy.
The midfielder’s first strike put the Victory in an early hole, as DJ Pereira’s low diagonal ball eluded three Boston defenders and made it to Branco, unmarked at the far post. From there, he had time to pick his spot and beat Vinny Papageorgiou, giving the Pioneers the lead in the seventh minute.
Branco again had plenty of time on the ball in the 32nd minute, when he was on the receiving end of a cross from Eddie Bogle on the right wing. The Victory defenders were too late to challenge Branco, who again settled the ball and placed his shot past Papageorgiou.
The match would always be a challenge for the Victory, playing without the injured Andrew Sousa and suspended Ruben Resendes. On the back foot after Branco’s first goal, the hesitant Boston defense nearly allowed three more goals in the first twenty minutes.
First, a defense splitting pass freed Pioneers forward Ryan Malone, but Pat Hamilton scrambled to prevent Malone from getting off a shot, and Papageorgiou was able to pluck the ball off his toe. Then the Victory keeper almost gave Malone a goal, misplaying the ball on the edge of the penalty area, but Malone was unable to control the ball and make the most of the gift. Finally, a long-range effort from Trey Jasenski was saved by Papageorgiou, with Malone waiting to slam home the rebound at point-blank range. The keeper’s quick reflexes were just enough to deny Malone’s effort.
The best chance for the hometown Victory came right before halftime, thanks to a lightning-quick run from left back Hellah Sidibe. Charging through the center of the defense, he probably should have had a shot on goal, but stumbled and was judged to be fouled by Jasenski. Paul Latif lined up the ensuing free kick in a dangerous position, but it hit the wall and deflected well wide of the net.
Finding themselves down 2-0 at the half for the second time this week, the Victory needed to answer, and nearly did. Seven minutes after the break, Latif played a perfect long-range diagonal ball for Alan Vieira, just ahead of the Pioneers’ back line. The Boston striker was not quite able to free himself for an uncontested shot, and his attempt was blocked and rolled out of play. From the corner that followed, the ball fell for Latif, who couldn’t settle his well-struck shot enough to keep it below the crossbar.
Branco continued to run riot on the Victory at the other end of the pitch, making a patient lateral run before springing Kevin Zapata with a through ball. Again, Papageorgiou was sharp enough to deny the attempt on goal. Then, with the Victory desperately searching for a goal, Branco found himself all alone on the left wing following a low cross. His attempt at a hat trick sailed well over the bar, not challenging the Victory net.
Boston’s best late opportunities came through Sidibe, who had pushed up into a forward role to try to grab a goal. With 15 minutes to play, he showed nice footwork to control the ball at the edge of the penalty area. While his hard left-footed shot was starting to dip toward the goal, it was still too high to challenge keeper Warren Gross.
Then Sidibe spun away from Jasenski, just named to the PDL Team of the Week, and bore down on the Western Mass net again. His run took him too wide of the goal, and his sharp-angled attempt was high and wide of the net.
Victory head coach Sergio Taborda praised Sidibe’s hard work in the midst of another disappointing performance from the squad as a whole.
“Hellah Sidibe plays wherever I want, always fights,” Taborda said. “He’s a player that I have the pleasure to work with. He’s very respectful and he fights till the last minute.”
On the flip side, Taborda urged a similar effort from the rest of the team for the final two weeks of the PDL season.
“They need to understand one thing. To stick here for next year, they need to fight for a spot, and I’m watching them,” the coach explained. “I need players who fight for me, who fight for this club, who respect this club, and what I’m feeling is that players already quit. I will rebuild the team with someone who can fight for me.”
The Victory (2-9-1) will be on the road for three of the last four matches of the year, starting with Thursday’s game against the Seacoast United Phantoms in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The teams played to a scoreless tie on May 19 in Quincy.
Boston: Papageorgiou; Hamilton, Campbell, DeMelo (Doyle 86), Sidibe; Latif, Santos (Santarlasci 90), Oost-Lievense, Assaf (Barros 64); Kaya, Vieira
W. Mass: Gross; Lopez, Jasenski, Dioubate, Kapinos; Vieira, Zapata, Pereira (Schioppa 86), Branco (Goff 69); Bogle (Ryan 60), Malone (Wilson 55)

domain: sports


Director Retrospectives are generally few and far between on the Lambcast – it’s difficult to find a director with a manageable body of work that’s relatively easy to get hold of – so when Darren Aronofsky scheduled a new film – Noah – to come out, we jumped at the chance to devote a podcast to the man.
Host Jay Cluitt was joined by Lindsay Street, Will Slater, The Vern and newcomer Cristina...
What it is LAMBS. Sebastian from Films From the Supermassive Black Hole here (no, I’m not dead), ready to kill off another beloved movie character with Clash of the Lambs. Every week, I pit character against character and leave it to you, the voted, to decide the winner. What’s that? You cheer for blood? By jove, you’ll have it!
I sincerely apologize for my absence in the past weeks. A combination of finals, disease,...
The Dark of the Matinee
Marshall and the Movies
Temple of Reviews
The Ludovico Technique
Surrender to the Void
Film Forager (posted at 366 Weird Movies)
Bitchin’ Film Reviews
Films from the Supermassive Blackhole
The Movie Snob
Movies and Other Things
Life of a Cinephile and Bibliophile
His Eyes Were Watching Movies
The Most Beautiful Fraud in the...


text:
I could so, be British.
Let's face it... I'm like Victoria Beckham (aka, Posh Spice), except without the great shoes. Or free wardrobe. Or personal trainer, smokin' body, and perpetual tan. Or the chefs, nannys (even though I don't have children, sure would be nice to have one), maids, or chauffeurs. Or the paparazzi. Or the accent.
But other than that... I'm practically Victoria Beckham. For instance.... I like tea. And once, when I flew home from seminary, when I got off the plane, my Mom took a picture of me. Oh, and every now and then, I watch soccer.
See.. we're just alike.
But I think what really makes me want to call upon the Brits and question my heritage, is my love of scones. And in particular, Pumpkin Scones.
Unfortunately, these didn't turn out perfectly. They have the texture of a soft, cake-like cookie. What I'm finding is, that when you use the homemade pumpkin puree, it tends to have more moisture in it, thus, textures aren't true to the recipe.
How do you fix this? Am I an errant blogger to admit, that I have no idea? I've found that the excess moisture tends to separate from the puree when it's in the refrigerator -- so I pour that "juice" off right away. And I read somewhere, that if you let your pumpkin drain in a dish towel overnight, it will take care of the moisture. Huh, yeah. That sounds a little tedious. I've tried to throw the pumpkin puree in the microwave, but that just sort of made it tough. So... all that's to say, I don't have any real solutions, other than adding more flour to your recipes. And, you're welcome.
What you'll need:
2 1/2-3 Cups all-purpose flour
1/4 Cup packed brown sugar
1 Tablespoon baking powder
3/4 Teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 Teaspoon salt
6 Tablespoons butter, cut into chunks
6 Tablespoons cream cheese, cut into chunks
3/4 Cup pumpkin
1/2 Cup milk
2 Tablespoons maple syrup
Preheat oven to 345*. In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients. Add the butter chunks and blend until pea-size crumbs form. Just get in there with your hands and rub them around. Add the cream cheese and do the same thing. In another bowl, whisk pumpkin and other wet ingredients together. Add this to the flour mixture and stir just until dough is evenly moistened.
Scrape onto a lightly floured counter, turn over to coat, and gently knead just until dough comes together, 5 or 6 turns. Pat dough into a 6-inch round 1 1/2 inches thick; cut into 6 equal wedges with a pizza cutter. Separate wedges and bake for about 13-15 minutes.
I give these a B- and my husband gave them a B-ish. If I hadn't been wanting to make scones... and had wanted a cake-like cookie... they would have gotten a B+. But as it stands, it wasn't a successful recipe.


text:
MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION: Which of the above is the Sex Panther by Odeon? - Matty Malaprop
After seeing a decent number of episodes of It's Always Sunny, I'm honestly not sure how interested I am in taking a ride in this van... - Matty Malaprop
I hear you can kill McFlies with a taser so long as you make sure to jolt them with at least 1.21 gigawatts of power. - Matty Malaprop
Looks like these tots are checkin' out the beat while their DJ revolves their mobile. That didn't even make sense. Sorry. - Matty Malaprop
They call her Antoinette Montana. I suggest you do not f*ck with her. - Matty Malaprop
Meme of the Day: Prince Charles Being Attacked by Things
Painting Characters Into Thrift Store Paintings Makes Them ...
This is a Parent
Cat Got Spooked
Sleeping Doesn't Require Laying Down
Here's Why You Never Ask the Internet for Help... Ever
These Grandparents Are More Savvy Than You Think
The Onion Has a New Series That Makes Fun of Vice
I'M NOT PREPARED FOR THESE KINDS OF DECISIONS!!!
Pick Your Site Name
Tell us more about it


text:
Republican congressional candidate state Sen. Mark Moores is looking to build on the GOP’s strong showing in Texas last week in a special election slated for June 1 in New Mexico.
Moores told The Western Journal on Friday that a win in the Land of Enchantment’s state’s first congressional district would make life even more difficult for Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
The district “is going to flip from blue to red, and they’re very worried that when we win this, the House of Representatives is only going to be two votes different and it’s going to be much, much harder for them to pass their radical agenda,” he said.
The current breakdown in the House of Representatives shows 218 Democrats and 212 Republicans holding seats.
However, in the Texas 6th district special election last week, two GOP candidates advanced to a run-off, boxing out the Democrat in the race, so the party divide will be 218 to 213 when the winner of that race is seated.
A Moores victory would bring it to 218 to 214, meaning Pelosi could only afford to have one member defect and still pass legislation: A 216-216 tie would mean the bill fails.
“My opponent is incredibly radical, way out of step with this district. So [the Democrats] didn’t expect this to be a race, and they’re having a bad week,” Moores said.
The New Mexico 1st congressional district, which includes a significant portion of Albuquerque, came open when Democratic Rep. Debra Haaland stepped down to serve in the Biden administration as secretary of the interior.
It has been over a decade since a Republican has held the seat in the first district, which President Joe Biden won by 23 points, according to The Washington Post.
Haaland won re-election in November by a smaller 58 to 42 percent margin.
Moores sees different dynamics in play in a special election.
“They nominated an incredible far-left radical, and I’m a state senator who has a strong conservative background, but also a pragmatic conservative who’s been able to accomplish things in a Democratic legislature,” he said.
Moores is facing off against state Rep. Melanie Stansbury, who served in the Obama administration’s Office of Management and Budget.
Moores pointed to Stansbury’s support for the BREATHE Act — promoted by “Squad” members Reps. Rashida Tlaib of Michigan and Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts — as evidence of her radical bent.
The day former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted, Stansbury tweeted, “We must pass the BREATHE Act in Congress. We need to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. We need to end qualified immunity at the federal level.”
We must pass the BREATHE Act in Congress.
We need to pass the Geroge Floyd Justice in Policing Act.
We need to end qualified immunity at the federal level. #nmpol
T… (Read more)


text:
Piper Maitland lives with her husband on a farm in Tennessee with three bratty Yorkshire Terriers, a Chinese Crested, and assorted farm animals. She has also written novels under the name Michael Lee West. Visit her online at www.pipermaitland.com.
Bats, big teeth, and blood drinking are beloved staples of vampire lore. Classic literature and horror films have reinforced the immortals’ unusual qualities: they sleep in coffins during the day and stalk the living at night. If a pretty girl accidentally invites a vampire into her house, she can chase him away with garlic, crucifixes, or holy water.
When I wrote my first vampire novel, I wanted to retain the core traditions and debunk others. Since myths and magic arise from undiscovered science, I decided to combine these elements. Drawing from my background in nursing, I created vampires with a human-like physiology. They would have DNA, reproductive systems, and beating hearts.
But how did vampirism originate?
I invented a pre-history for my characters. Thousands of years ago in the rainforests of Gabon, Africa, a human tribe, the Lolutu, contracted an Ebola-like, blood-borne disease. The surviving Loluri were forever changed by a genetic mutation in their stem cells. These aberrant cells behaved like cancer, multiplying and metastasizing. But, instead of killing the host, the infected Lolutu developed longevity and hyper-immune systems.
So, a virus caused a permanent change in the DNA sequencing of stem cell genes, but the condition of vampirism wasn’t viral. It was a genetic disease, and the after-effect was immortality.
These first vampires also grappled with less desirable symptoms. Sunlight caused burning and blindness. The Lolutu couldn’t hunt during the day, but quickly discovered that food did not satisfy their hunger. Intense blood cravings developed, which led to attacks other tribes. The Lolutus’ blood drinking, or hematophagy, was driven by a physiological need for stem cells, which are found in small quantities in human blood. However, the early vampires’ gastrointestinal systems were still human-like, and their stomach acids broke down hemoglobin molecules, which meant they needed to consume large quantities of blood.
Over time, vampires became perfectly engineered: their GI tracts produced highly specialized stomach proteins; their intestines and kidneys became smaller and more efficient; their brains produced more glial cells, which nourish and protect neurons, and sensory integration (touch, smell, taste, sight, and hearing) was enhanced.
Despite these finely-tuned adaptations, vampires weren’t indestructible. A catastrophic injury could result in death. A small percentage of immortals were vulnerable to filoviruses, such as Ebola, causing their immune systems to overreact in unpredictable ways.
Reproduction was another challenge. In male vampires, spermatogenesis was overwhelmed by a profusion of stem cells in the testes, resulting in low counts and infertility. Ovulation was sporadic in child-bearing females. Pregnancies still occurred but usually ended in miscarriage and premature births. Full-term babies were rare, but they were also immortal, since the genetic disease is inherited.
Over a span of four thousand years, vampires developed superior predatory attributes, designed to stalk, attack, and control prey. In addition to speed, strength, and agility, a vampire’s sweat glands produce fragrant terpenes, which affect human brain chemistry. The best-known terpene is catnip. When humans inhale vampires’ “bat-nip,” they feel calm, yet mildly euphoric. But the sensation is fleeting. The vampire has only moments to lure and bite his prey. Then another predatory mechanism kicks, a mild neurotoxin that’s secreted by the vampire’s salivary glands and produces temporary paralysis in the victim.
The immortals’ strengths are balanced by vulnerabilities, which help maintain the ecological balance. One weakness is their inability to walk in daylight. This is caused by an inborn error of metabolism in mast cells, along with the overproduction of a compound called IgE, a protein that’s distributed beneath the skin and causes hyper-reactivity to sunlight. (It’s actually a massive allergic response.) Contemporary vampires can venture outside on rainy days if they coat their skin in zinc oxide ointment and wear protective gear. This offers some protection from UV rays, but outdoor excursions must be brief.
A hundred years ago, the immortals’ behavior and characteristics inspired enduring legends. Now, as modern science unravels human biology and chemistry, vampires can finally understand their own physiology. And they can look for cures by putting the myths under the microscope.
Be sure to stop by urbanfantasyinvestigations.blogspot.com tomorrow, Feb. 14th, to catch a deleted scene from Hunting Daylight!
Follow Piper at @PiperMaitland.


text:
This project is available for funding through the Panorama NERC DTP, please see View Website for funding details and eligibility requirements.
Zamora et. al., (2017), "Aerosol indirect effects on the nighttime Arctic Ocean surface from thin, predominantly liquid clouds" , Atmos. Chem. Phys., 17, 7311-7332, https://doi.org/10.5194/acp-17-7311-2017
Schmeisser, L. et al. (2018), "Seasonality of aerosol optical properties in the Arctic", Atmos. Chem. Phys., 18(16), 11599–11622, https://doi:10.5194/acp-18-11599-2018
FTE Category A staff submitted: 79.20
Research output data provided by the Research Excellence Framework (REF)Click here to see the results for all UK universities


text:
Chandigarh-Delhi Airport Taxi Service
Tripswag taxi service provides you with Chandigarh Delhi Airport Taxi Service. This taxi service is available 24×7 at very reasonable rates. For booking Call us at +91 9888786817. We provide both AC and Non AC cabs that hold national permit. Tripswag Taxi Service is a Chandigarh’s leading cab provider has served thousands of national and international clients. Serving our clients since 2015 we are renowned for safety, service quality, and peaceful journey. Best price quotes by us are all inclusive and NO HIDDEN CHARGES are applicable. Apart from Chandigarh to Delhi you can hire cab from Chandigarh to Shimla, Amritsar, Manali, Jammu, Srinagar, Mussoorie and all nearby tourist locations. You have an option to choose the car as per your budget and comfort level.
Pick and Drop Facility available on very reasonable prices. call now at +91 9888786817 to book dates.
|INDIGO||ETIOS||XYLO / Evalia||INNOVA||TAMPU TRAVELLER|
|Delhi To CHD||4999||2499||2999||3199||7999|
|CHD To Delhi||4999||2499||2999||3199||7999|


text:
Astos unforeseen could make a fuss of you in the distressing condition. You start rummaging through various monetary sources in order to deal with obstacles in a very short period of time possible. But with fixed monthly income is quite hard to do. With the advent of fast Sunday Payday Loans Bad Credit in the financial market there is no need to worry at all payment. In all critical situations, as these loans are a great financial friend to all employees in difficult times and every emergency stop at the right time.
Payday quick to provide financial support for salaried class people in dire straits payment plan. These financial schemes making a wholehearted attempt to carry out the needs of the journals that can not be ignored or postponed. These 30 day loans bad credit were increased to the borrowers to meet their needs that are not met due to the limited supply of housing.
Where to get small bad credit loan quick payday is not required to submit your credit reports for credit verification procedures. Besides these monetary aids are free of redundant documentation and messy paperwork. As a result, they are cost effective in terms of time, effort and funds. And therefore, offer a quick approval of individuals who suffer from bad credit history in order to satisfy their needs and desires. It is inevitable to run the eligibility criteria before applying for fast payday loans. Regarding criteria you must be a permanent citizen of USA, will be eighteen years of age or above, a full-time employee of a reputable company for the last six months, be a source of revenue of $ 1,000 and must be holding a valid active checking account for the past ninety days. After meeting these prerequisites can acquire the fund ranging from $ 100 to $ 1000 with the repayment period of 31 days from the date of approval. Quick Payday Loans are short-term payments and advances provided to full work day work in order to cover the expenses planned or unplanned end or middle of the month, such as payment of medical expenses collateral free cash sudden car repair, electricity bills, grocery bills, home installments, throwing small birthday party, ranging in holiday travel weekend of the countryside.
To apply quick and easy cash advance payday loan approval just go for the online mode is quite free to fax paperwork tedious and messy procedure. Here, you are required to do is fill out a simple online application with the required details and submit it. After checking your data, the money is transferred directly into your bank account within few hours.


text:
Dynamic shear deformation in high purity ironE. Cerreta1, J. Bingert1, C. Trujillo1, M. Lopez1, C. Bronkhorst2, B. Hansen2 and G. Gray1
1 Los Alamos National Laboratory, MST-8/MS G755, Los Alamos, NM 87545, USA
2 Los Alamos National Laboratory, T-3/MS B216, Los Alamos, NM 87545, USA
Published online: 15 September 2009
The forced shear test specimen, first developed by Meyer et al. [Meyer L. et al., Critical Adiabatic Shear Strength of Low Alloyed Steel Under Compressive Loading, Metallurgical Applications of Shock Wave and High Strain Rate Phenomena (Marcel Decker, 1986), 657; Hartmann K. et al., Metallurgical Effects on Impact Loaded Materials, Shock Waves and High Strain rate Phenomena in Metals (Plenum, 1981), 325-337.], has been utilized in a number of studies. While the geometry of this specimen does not allow for the microstructure to exactly define the location of shear band formation and the overall mechanical response of a specimen is highly sensitive to the geometry utilized, the forced shear specimen is useful for characterizing the influence of parameters such as strain rate, temperature, strain, and load on the microstructural evolution within a shear band. Additionally, many studies have utilized this geometry to advance the understanding of shear band development. In this study, by varying the geometry, specifically the ratio of the inner hole to the outer hat diameter, the dynamic shear localization response of high purity Fe was examined. Post mortem characterization was performed to quantify the width of the localizations and examine the microstructural and textural evolution of shear deformation in a bcc metal. Increased instability in mechanical response is strongly linked with development of enhanced intergranular misorientations, high angle boundaries, and classical shear textures characterized through orientation distribution functions.
© EDP Sciences 2009

domain: literature