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2013and 2014 ,all colors,price depends on the color, Greens,Yellow Green,Green Yellow,Yellows,Cinnamons,Red Factor,Blue White,Yellow Cinnamon.Lot of Crest birds.Some starting to sing.Most of them unsexed,Gorgeous birds.
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Very sweet conure, we call it "Molly" we don't know the sex. Will sit on your finger, and shoulder. Takes a little while to get use to new people. Molly will dance when you sing to her/him or when you play music. Molly will go with her/his cage, all toys & perch. Feeding, ...
we are parting with our last pair of proven breeder blue and gold macaws, awesome pair just had 3 babies last march and must find new home for both. sold as a pair not as pets breeders only, can be retrained to pets, specially the male, but must house together. they have ...
Mexican Red Headed Parrot. 6yrs old. $550
Double Yellow Headed Amazon. 16yrs old. $650
Both come with their cage. Not in the best shape. Both are great talkers. Laugh and whistles. Both are friendly once they get to know you and their new home. Knows step up. No trades.
ALBINO INDIAN RINGNECK AVAILABLE NOW, on special $375 through 9/30/14, after that normal price applies. great pets, affectionate and loyal. they have the ability to mimic sound, speak and learn tricks. please friend us on Facebook at ***BLU'SAVIARY*** for more information, ...
AWESOME SUPER SMART AQUA QUAKER RED EYE, available now on special $425 through 9/30/14 after that normal price applies. these super rare and smart parrot has the ability to learn to talk, mimic sound, learn tricks, and be very affectionate. please friend us on Facebook at ** ...
Been wanting to adopt a parrot or cockatoo. Willing to pay a resonable fee. I have emailed several people but have not heard back or the prices are redicules. If you have a parrot in need of a new home, please let me know. I have a lot of knowledge and plenty of time to care ...
There are tons of birds that people are trying to get rid of. Either because they can't have them anymore. Or because they didn't know what they were getting themselves into.
So what I am doing is offering to adopt your birds, give them a through vet check, a safe permanent ...
I have new bird cages from 10.00 up to 50.00.
Assorted colors not all colors shown.
24" long x 16" x 16" 35.00 flight/breeder
16" x 16" x 22" High 40.00
18" x 18" x 36" High 45.00
also have white stand you can buy for 18 x 18" cages.30.00.
I do ...
***SUPER SPECIAL $200 OFF.*** listing price was 2000, now on sale for $1800 through 9/30/14 .we are parting with our breeder pairs of blue and gold macaws to make room for other species, we have been gracefully blessed with this pair but must make room for new pairs. huge ...
TRUE AQUA QUAKER, 7 weeks old selling now available 7/06/14 fully weaned, priced under market value but extremely rare. normal market price ranges from 500-1000, depending on location, and hard to find. our normal price is 475, on special through the month of September, 3 to ...
1 yr old blue and gold macaw . will come with cage with play top , water bottle, food bowls, toys , and whatever food is left he is a 1 yr old. he was handfed as a baby and was really tame but i had a daughter who was really sick and i was not able to take him out often ...
What you will be getting is a male and female Parrotlet.
Parrotlet's are very popular and sell good. You can get your money back with the first clutch of hand fed babies. Parrotlet's are the smallest parrots in the world. They can talk and have the nickname Pocket Parrots.
FOR SALE 1 AND A HALF YEAR OLD BLUE AND GOLD MACAW COMES WITH LARGE CAGE AND ALL ACCESSORIES AND SOME FOOD AND TOYS, HAVE HAD HIM SINCE HE WAS 10 WEEKS OLD HE DOES NEED SOME WORK AS I HAVE NOT HAD TIME TO SPEND WITH HIM HE DOES TALK YOU CAN FEED HIM FROM YOUR HAND BUT HE ...
Female Eclectus For Sale. $600. She is tame but sometimes does not want to come out of cage on her on. But she will step up once out. I think it is because she is not familiar with me and her new surroundings. I observed she did real well with her former owner and handling ...
Young Parakeet comes with a small training cage $20
Just a parakeet by its self is 12.50 each.
Different color parakeets to choose from.
I'm in Kannapolis, NC / I do not ship or deliver.
they must be picked up at my home.
These parakeets are young and trainable.
With them ...
I bought this beauty a few months ago.
Was told it is 8 yr old female. Her past owner
Was male and She does Not like me at all.
Maybe because i am female. I would like
To find her a home with a male owner. I
Don't know how she will react with a guy
But for me..i can not ...
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Welcome to Northshore Holiday Centre - How to Find Us
No worries in finding us - we are on the main A52 to Mablethorpe.
From Boston (A52)
Enter One way system when approaching Skegness town centre. Keep on A52 (passing Taylors Garage on right) follow signposts to Mablethorpe (A52). Continue straight over the main traffic lights. North Shore Holiday Centre has its own access road on the left side in about 1/2 mile.
From Lincoln (A158)
Turn left at traffic lights after Football Ground. North Shore Holiday Centre has its own access road on the left side in about 1/2 mile.
Railway / Coach Station
Cross Richmond Drive and turn left. Proceed north along the A52 (Roman Bank) passing Lumley Road on the right. Cross Roman Bank (A52) on a pedestrian crossing and continue north. North Shore Holiday Centre is on the left in about 1/4 mile.

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Update on adopted Makants hound EMBA
*APRIL IS NATIONAL ADOPT A GREYHOUND MONTH*
Gorgeous Emba was adopted by Martin, Angela and Sophie in December 2019. They tell us she has settled well and is relaxed both at home and also when out walking.
They also tell us: ‘Emba still has a huge appetite for food and an uncanny ability to let us know when it is mealtime! We like to walk around the local area and look for wildlife, and Emba is great at spotting squirrels. Her laid back and gentle nature means we can let her say ‘hello’ to people and she often gets compliments (and the occasional treat) from other dog walkers. Her favourite toy is a squeaky duck and her favourite place to sleep is a big chair in the back room’.
It sounds like Emba is having a wonderful life, thanks to her family for the update.
Please help us raise awareness of greyhounds as pets this April by sharing our posts. More details on our homing requirements, and the greyhounds we have available, can be found on our website: www.makants.uk


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MANILA, Philippines – The substitute bill of the second package of Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) was passed by the House ways and means committee on Tuesday, August 7, under a different name.
The unnumbered bill is now dubbed Tax Reform for Attracting Better and Higher Quality Opportunities (Trabaho). Proponents of the bill said the new name better reflects its objectives. (READ: EXPLAINER: Why the government is pushing for 2nd TRAIN package)
“The goal of the bill is to create jobs by attracting the right set of investments through incentives,” Quirino Representative Dakila Cua, chairman of the House ways and means committee, said in a mix of English and Filipino after the panel’s hearing.
The measure aims to cut corporate income taxes by 2 percentage points per year starting 2021, eventually bringing down the current 30% to 20% by 2029.
The Department of Finance (DOF) initially proposed to bring taxes down to only 25%.
Trabaho also seeks to rationalize fiscal incentives or remove certain perks. The consolidated bill retains the current incentives for two years, for investors to have enough time to adjust to the new tax scheme.
The DOF estimated that the government lost some P178 billion in potential revenue in 2016 due to redundant tax incentives.
Finance Undersecretary Karl Kendrick Chua admitted during the hearing that the government would incur a revenue loss of at least P62 billion upon the implementation of the bill in 2021.
The DOF previously said the proposal would be revenue-neutral or would not result in a gain or loss of funds.
Chua said the agency will do its best to catch up and “offset [the loss] somehow” from savings through the rationalizing of fiscal incentives.
He also expressed confidence that the consolidated bill contains the most important proposals. The DOF wants incentives to be “time-bound, targeted, performance-based and transparent.”
Chua also stressed that the inflationary effects of Trabaho would be “very minimal.”
According to Cua, the measure gives preference to projects in less-developed areas.
“We are moving to an incentives regime that is biased to development outside of metro or urban areas. They will enjoy a longer incentive package. We want the countryside to develop,” the lawmaker said.
He also hinted at the possibility of companies having a longer period of incentives, provided that they can create more jobs and are aligned with the country’s development goals. (READ: PEZA, Board of Investments challenge 2nd TRAIN package)
Meanwhile, Chua said schools and hospitals will not be given preferential treatment despite calls from various groups. (READ: Private hospitals warn TRAIN 2 will jack up medical bills)
“If they want to pay lower tax, they must first be good schools and hospitals…. This is good for the people because they will be going to good institutions that deliver,” Chua said.
A counterpart bill was filed in the upper chamber by Senate President Vicente Sotto III. – Rappler.com

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Men Quickly Swoop In After Observing Granny's Daily Routine
Marilyn Caylor 1/31/2017
Some people have all the luck. They eat healthy, exercise, and live to their 90's or beyond. It's not uncommon for these seniors to never see the inside of a nursing home! One elderly woman in Alabama is proof that reaching your twilight years doesn't mean you're incapable of taking care of yourself. In fact, this 93-year-old lived in a house all by herself and wouldn't have it any other way. But, is that always a smart idea?
Sadly, there's a segment of society that loves to prey on vulnerable seniors. This woman may have thought that she didn't need anyone to watch over her, but she didn't realize that there were a couple of men watching her every move.
Her neighbors had been observing the 93-year-old's routine for a while, when they decided to step in and change her life forever.
Not many people enjoying mowing their own lawns, but hiring a landscaper can be expensive, especially if you're dependent on social security as your sole source of income. When Rodney Smith Jr. and his friend Terrence Stroy noticed an elderly woman struggling to mow her own lawn, they weren't interested in taking advantage of her. Instead, they immediately rushed to her side and offered their assistance.
"We did this sweet lady's lawn today. She is 93, the neighbors told us that she been out their trying to cut her own lawn. Have no fear, raising men lawn care is going to make sure her lawn is done every two weeks! Making a difference in our community!"
Although she wished to remain anonymous, this sprite 93-year-old must have certainly appreciated the help that these two sweet men offered!
Rodney and Terrence are blessed with a heart-centered entrepreneurial spirit - they saw a need, and decided to fill it. They realized that not everyone is capable, either physically or financially, of manicuring their yards.
"I thought I needed to do something about it. That's when I decided to cut lawns for the elderly, disabled and single mothers for free."
Rodney started an extraordinary lawn service that is in the "business" of providing cost-free landscaping for those who truly need it.
Rodney's charitable service, Raising Men Lawn Care Service, goes beyond maintaining yards free of charge. He also wants to foster a sense of accomplishment for young boys and girls, who are tasked with caring for these lawns, so that they can grow into positive young adults.
"The union of an ordinary yard maintenance service and the commitment to establish an inspiring program to keep our young men and boys (young women and girls) on a positive path while learning and understanding their value in society."
Rodney's GoFundMe campaign raised over $40K, and it went straight back into the lawn service. It was used to purchase shirts with logos, lawn equipment, and of course the most important thing of all - refreshments for hot summer days!

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The Andrews government is showing flawed judgment in suppressing expert advice that casts doubt on the business case for the multibillion-dollar West Gate Tunnel, an element of the extensive infrastructure investment needed for Melbourne's rapidly growing population.
The government's hand-picked advisory panel has the statutory power to compel the release of the document – commissioned by the government from an acknowledged authority – that questions pivotal usage projections underpinning the $5.5 billion project. But, facing arguments from the government's lawyers that the report is a confidential cabinet document, that it is commercially sensitive and that releasing it would undermine the confidence of government advisers to give full and frank advice, the panel declined a request by Melbourne City Council for the report.
There are circumstances – usually involving national security – in which concealing information from the public is valid. But in this case, it is in the public interest that the analysis be released, allowing unfettered assessment of the value taxpayers might get for funding the toll road and river crossings that will relieve pressure in the west of the city, where most of the population growth will be concentrated.
The government's claim that the information is commercially sensitive does not bear scrutiny, either. There is no bidding process; the project was proposed by toll-road company Transurban, which has been given the go-ahead. There is no reason to withhold the information, even if it might be uncomfortable for the government. Last year, the government released an almost identical transport assessment for the business case for the Melbourne Metro Tunnel rail project.
The government's argument that suppression protects a publicly funded adviser's ability to give fearless views is absurd. The opposite is true – transparency protects independence.
Premier Daniel Andrews was relentless in his election campaign attacks on the Napthine government's refusal to release similar information about East West Link. He's now seeking to justify his inconsistency on the grounds the former government hid information. It was wrong then, and it is wrong now.
After decades of underinvestment, Melbourne's most-pressing issue is infrastructure. Traffic congestion is the biggest brake on the economy. The west urgently needs more roads and more public transport. The Age supports plans to build another major freeway on this side of the city, but no infrastructure project should be immune from close scrutiny of its social, economic and environmental impacts.
The government says its figures are unimpeachable. It has a duty to release them. Otherwise, there is reason to ask what the government has to hide, whether it selected the best project and whether it has got a decent deal.
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We don’t seek a lavish styling of our web page content every time.
Sometimes a simple designing can turn out to create sufficient impact on the overall layout. One such option is, creating shadows on the text or images on your website.
Now the question arises, how can we add these shadow effects on the text on our webpage?
The answer to this question is ‘ jQuery Text Shadow Plugins’.
With the direct and simple integration of this plugin to your website, you can make the process of creating shadows quicker and more effective than acquired by CSS styling.
Further, with the help of jQuery text shadow plugins, you can automatically produce a 3D effect for a flat and linear text.
Another benefit is that you can have animation effects such as the text can respond to mouse movement.
These lightweight jQuery plugins are highly recommended as they are flexible and easily customizable. Whereas methods other than jQuery plugins to create effects, confines the shadows to the same size and fixed shadow angle. In short, other modes might not have various customization options.
Besides this, you may also be enthralled by some these blogs from popular niches-
These plugins remolds the static CSS background images into more interactive UI with various ripple effects.
Plugins to help your visitors to highlight the desired texts on the web pages.
jQuery Fixed Header Plugins are used to attach best in class sticky headers to your website.
1. Long Shadow – jQuery Text Shadow Plugin
This plugin is used to add long shadow effects on the HTML elements like texts and images of your web page. This is done in order to provide a 3D look to the flat design elements.
These shadow effects are completely customizable in terms of shadow length, opacity, direction and color.
Also, shadows are applicable for any web fonts.
Furthermore, it allows applying shadows to the images. For example, append long shadow to the PNG of the apple logo.
The plugin can be used to apply shadow on 3D logos like the logo of Skype, IE etc.
Get this highly functional plugin for your website at a very affordable rate of $11 with 6 months support. You can extend this support for 12 months at $3.38 only.
- You can create various flat icons and then apply long shadow to them. For instance, on the music note by applying this plugin on its ASCII character code.
- The plugin gives you full control to set the shadow angle.
- It also allows you to choose the color for shadow and transition.
- For further help, the plugin comes along with various sample and tips to refer.
2. jQuery Shadow – jQuery Text Shadow Plugin
The plugin gives a variety of drop-down shadows to the elements of your web page.
These are exclusively introduced to create shadows for the box containing the write-ups.
It comes with very easy implementation and usage as you do not need to specify the CSS class name.
The plugin is absolutely free to use for any kind of website.
- This plugin allows shadows under the container in various ways. Like, under the lifted or curled corners of the text box.
- You can apply the various other shadow types like single vertical curves, single horizontal curves, horizontal curves to the text containers.
- Just like the shadows for fix positioned box, you can also provide shadow beneath a rotated box.
3. Flat Shadow – jQuery Text Shadow Plugin
This plugin provides automatic shadow to the flat UI elements for creating an attractive effect for your web page content.
It also provides one more important add-on for the elements, which is randomizing the shadow and web design element.
You can download this plugin from github.org as it free.
- The plugin helps to create a 3D look as if the text is emerging from its flat background.
- You can propagate shadows in 8 directions according to the requirement.
- It also allows you to customize various other factors such as the color of the element and fade effect.
4. Text Shadow Stroke – jQuery Text Shadow Plugin
The plugin gives text shadow to the elements in a completely different and unique style.
It gives a stroke-like look to the text of the UI elements.
This creates a different impact altogether for those who do not want regular shadows on the text and still want an unusual layout.
Integrate this plugin on your website without paying any money. It’s completely free.
- The stroke-like effect can be obtained easily by this plugin via thickening the outlines of the text.
- You can set the size of the stroke by assigning the radius of the text outline.
- The plugin also allows you to customize the color of the stroke as per your choice.
5. Shadow Text – jQuery Text Shadow Plugin
This is an astounding jQuery plugin which provides you with interactive, animated text shadow effects. It is studded with features for customizing the text shadow like color, size, blur close & a lot more.
You can either use the default settings or you can change them as per your convenience. It enables this option to hide the text and only show the shadow
Moreover, this plugin fits beautifully in all screen sizes & is very user-friendly.
This plugin is available at free of cost on ‘github.com’. You can download it without paying any price for the plugin and gain access to all of its features as well.
- You can apply shadow to the text in the desired direction either from x-axis or y-axis.
- This plugin allows you to set the amount of blur when farthest to the text.
- It enables you to customize the color of the text in the form of HEX codes, RGB, RGBA and color names
6. Fun Text – jQuery Text Shadow Plugin
With the help of this jQuery plugin, you can easily add 3D shadows to text which respond to mouse movement. This plugin provides a range of features for easy customization like you change color, size and a lot more.
Apart from this, it is very easy to use & responsive to all screen sizes like mobile, tablets & desktop. Also, you get a demo file along with this plugin for your convenience.
Simply download this plugin from ‘github.com’ & get all of its efficient features without spending a single penny.
- You can change the color of the text to the color of your choice from the color pallet or in HEX form.
- It enables you to resize the text & its shadow in pixels as per your requirement or you can use the default size.
- The shadow responds to mouse movement by moving in an inverse direction to the mouse, relative to the browser window.
Consequently, we have listed few of the finest jQuery text shadow plugins which will enhance the outlook of your website.
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Saturday’s heavyweight showdown between Dereck Chisora and Joseph Parker is on the verge of falling apart Friday lunchtime after Chisora threatened to withdraw from the fight after losing a coin toss which was to determine which of the two fighters must walk to the ring first.
Haye, a former rival of Chisora’s, was announced as his manager in 2018, but the former world champion boxer says that he is powerless to convince Chisora to reverse his decision, after he reacted angrily to the idea of walking to the ring first on Saturday night.
“I genuinely can’t see the fight happening if Dereck is told to come first,” Haye told Sky Sports flanked by Parker and his trainer, Irish former world champion boxer Andy Lee.
“I know it makes zero sense. He agreed it, he signed a contract and he’ll be breaking the whole… He doesn’t, he’s that guy, he doesn’t care. And unfortunately that’s just the way it is.”
— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) April 30, 2021
spoke to David Haye just now. Team Chisora are packing up his stuff in boxes . Really messed up situation
— Kugan Cassius (@KuganCassius) April 30, 2021
Parker, who won the toss to walk second, doesn’t appear to be budging in his demands summed it up as such: “It’s just more drama,” he said.
“Very happy with the weight, ready to go,” he concluded.
A further report seems to indicate that Haye hasn’t been successful in his desire to convince Chisora to back down.
“Spoke to David Haye just now. Team Chisora are packing up his stuff in boxes . Really messed up situation,” wrote Kugan Cassius on Twitter.


The Canon CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography System is designed to help healthcare professionals attain a high level of performance, usability, and reliability. By utilizing technology and solutions that help accelerate exams and maintain productive workflow, practitioners can effectively accomplish more while providing quality care. In X-ray auto detection mode, this DR system can detect X-rays at exposure and shift to image acquisition mode automatically without the use of a typical generator interface. The CXDI-701C Wireless System builds upon the successful CXDI-70C Wireless DR system with its high-quality image sensors that provide high-resolution images at a low X-ray dose, and incorporates more customer-focused features, such as enhanced liquid intrusion protection, battery charging while in the detector with a wired option (sold separately), and impact detection. The CXDI 701C Wireless is light and easy to handle, weighing only 7.3 pounds.
- Durable Cassette-size Detector:
The CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography System is lightweight at 7.3 pounds (with the battery). It has the same dimensions as a standard ISO 4090 film cassette and fits into existing Bucky trays. For non-Bucky exposures, a handle unit (sold separately) is available for easy transport and attaching a grid.
- High Resolution and High Sensitivity:
With a 125 micron pixel pitch, the CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography System delivers exceptional spatial resolution. The high signal-to-noise performance of the Cesium Iodide (CsI) scintillator helps reduce the X-ray exposure to the patient. Tomography and other exams that require an exposure time of up to 3 seconds can be performed.
- Wireless Range:
The CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography System has a range that can be calibrated for signal strength. Depending upon the room in which the CXDI-701C Wireless DR System is used, the power can be managed and potential interference can be reduced. Should the wireless connection be lost, the unit will automatically attempt to reconnect and to prevent image loss. Acquired images are stored locally in the on-board memory. Once reconnected, the images can be retrieved. An optional wiring unit allows images to be transferred from a panel mounted in a Bucky to the control computer over hard wire.
- 5 GHz for Fast Data Transfer:
The CXDI-701C Wireless DR Detector runs at 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz on an 802.11n network that provides signal clarity – resulting in fast data transfer speed.
- Immediate Results:
An on-screen preview image is available approximately 1-2 seconds after exposure. An additional monitor (not included) can be added for the immediate viewing of high-resolution images in the emergency department or radiography suite.
The battery lasts up to 6.5 hours and takes less than 3 hours to charge. The CXDI-701C Wireless DR System provides battery charging while in the detection with a wired option (sold seperately). An accessory battery charger (sold separately) can additionally charge up to 2 batteries at a time so a fresh battery can be continuously available. The control console includes a battery indicator for image count and power level monitoring. Additional batteries (sold separately) are also available.
- Portable and Flexible:
Each individual CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography System can be used in multiple X-ray rooms. Up to 10 detectors can be registered for use in any room. A check-in unit in each room identifies the particular detector being used there.
CXDI Control Software NE:
The CXDI-701C Wireless Digital Radiography System uses the Canon CXDI Control Software NE. The intuitive operation of this software gives a wide range of selections directly from the main menu, and images can be taken with three touches. The CXDI Control Software NE also has advanced image processing that shows the subtle details of trabecular bone structure and soft tissue in the same image. For more information, visit our CXDI Control Software NE webpage.
Cassette Size Detector, Scintillator & Amorphous Silicon (a-Si)
Csl (Csl: TI)
LANMIT (Large Area New-MIS sensor and TFT)
2,800 x 3,408 Pixels (9.5 Megapixels)
14 x 17 in (35 x 43 cm)
Sensor Unit, X-Ray Interface Box, Battery Charger, Detector Check-In Unit, Wireless Access Point (Including A/C Power)
Up to 6.5 Hours or 140 images
Less Than 3 Hours
Approximately 140 Images
Image Acquisition and Processing
Standard Advanced Multi-Frequency Processing
12 bit or 16 bit selectable
Approximately 1-2 Seconds After X-ray Exposure
Approximately 5-6 Seconds After X-ray Exposure
Data Output and Network Connection
IEEE 802.11n (5 & 2.4 GHz)
DICOM 3.0 Compatible, Print Management (SCU), Storage (SCU), MWL (SCU), MPPS (SCU)
Electrical and Environmental
Sensor Unit: 41-95°F (5-35°C), Humidity 30-80% RH (non-condensing)
Dimensions (W x L x H)
15.1 x 18.1 x 0.6 in (384 x 460 x 15 mm)
7.3 lbs (3.3 kg) (with battery)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.


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In this game you'll have to pilot an helicopter, dodge the obstacles and burst every balloon in each level.
Stunt Pilot Trainer
Pilot an aerobatic aircraft and complete every level
fly through the hoops and burst balloons before time's up.
With the help of a cannon you'll have to burst the balloons, rescue the pets and put them into the right box. Calculate the angle and force of your shots.
Help this girl burst balloons by using her watering can and making the cactus grow. Move left and right to dodge the bats.
Bloons Tower Defense 4
The graphics have been improved and new weapons added. Arrange these monkey-shaped towers on the battlefield and try to make the balloons burst.
Help this cute cat jump on the balloons and get the highest score. If you jump over balloons without touching them you'll get bonus points!
Water Ballons Fight
Get close to the fence and throw as many water balloons as you can to your neighbor. Use the faucet to fill them as fast as you can.
You'll control a punk who throws water balloons at anyone who gets close enough. They can throw balloons at you as well, but you can stop them with your umbrella.
Control a wheel stuck to a balloon and tackle every obstacle in each level.
Super Hacky Sack
Help these guys burst as many balloons as possible. There are three difficulty levels
the easier the game, the bigger the Hacky.
Prove your skills piloting this spaceship. Burst the balloons and land on your base.
Discover this chaotic race where you'll fight for your way out! Join the vs com mode or find a friend you can test! Collect power-ups and weapons on your way, discover some impossible stages and clear them as fast as possible! Getaway Shootout made playable by Poki.
Are you a Naruto fan? Crazy Naruto combines the best of the series with stunning graphics and anime style battles, allowing players to control their favorite hero to go his own way to become an unstoppable Ninja.
Super Toad Planet
Control little Toad and enjoy this unique adventure to save Daffy from the Noise. Face all sorts of creatures and accomplish your mission!!
Sonic Pixel Perfect
Discover this amazing hack that allows you to discover new stages with unique designs. Jump, collect gold rings and face all sorts of dangerous creatures by your friend Sonic!
Winter Clash 3D
Join the Xmas bloodshed and control this angry Santa! Watch your back and shoot to survive!
Gift Hunter 2
Pay attention to your surroundings, watch your back and get ready for a crazy adventure around the North Pole! These Christmas presents went crazy and rose against their hunter -- keep an eye on your HP and try to survive in this winter wonderland!
Kick the Buddy 2
Unleash your rage against this helpless ragdoll and collect gold coins until it's K.O.! Purchase new weapons and don't let a second go by! Good luck!
Car Eats Car: Dungeon Adventure
Create your own car and fight against other vehicles! Your friends are in jail and you must do everything possible to free them. Demonstrate your driving skills with this driving simulator.
Explore this creepy space station in 15 gloomy stages -- get rid of all sorts of creatures, try to rescue the hidden survivors, find new weapons and stay safe!
Stickman: Legacy of Zombie War
The zombie apocalypse is upon us! These stickmen are doing their best to fight the pandemy. Plan your battles, hire miners and soldiers and protect your town from this pesky invasion!
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Hark, hark my soul / V. M. Shipley
- Bib ID:
- Shipley, V. M
- Fremantle, W.A. : Fremantle Arts Centre Press, 1981
- 137 p. : ill. maps, ports. ; 21 cm.
- Community Publishing Project publication.
- Bibliography: p. 137.
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When it comes to the design profession, there's a long and complicated history of "trendy" and "disruptive" design.But a new survey of more than 1,000 designers has found that a lot of the current focus on the latter is actually misguided, and the former is the wrong direction."It's easy to think about design as something that only needs to be used in the context of your brand," says Jason Luscomb...
The graphic design industry is undergoing a renaissance in the last few years, and this means that graphic designers need to take their creative skills to the next level.
But while designers may be working on an infographic or a logo for a company website, they are not necessarily putting their best efforts into creating a banner for their site.
In order to create a banner that will stand out, graphic designers should consider the following five key principles:Create a logo that will fit in the visual style of your siteDesign a banner with the right amount of vertical space for the company name and logoDesign a graphic that will attract attention and encourage users to look aroundYou need to ensure that your banner is relevant and informative, which means that you need to include a lot of information about the company.
In order to do this, you need a graphic designer to design the banner, a designer to color it and an art director to edit it.
To help you understand these steps, we spoke to graphic designer Daniel Stier, who is a leading figure in the graphic design field.
We also asked him to share some of his experience working in the industry.
For more than 30 years, Daniel Stiers work has been centered on graphic design.
His portfolio includes work for many of the world’s largest media brands, including ESPN, NBC, NBC Universal and CNN.
Daniel’s work has also appeared in the following publications:In a previous interview with Al Jazeera, Stier told us about the process of designing banners, which are usually done in Photoshop.
“It’s very difficult,” he said.
“The reason it’s so difficult is because of the technical aspects involved.
It’s not as simple as a picture.
We’ve got to think of all the different elements.
You have to consider the colors, the shapes, the borders, the size of the image.
You’ve got the logo and all the other things that come into play.”
Stier explained that, on average, the graphic designer will spend at least three to five hours per day on the project.
“This is just the time for us to get it done,” he explained.
“That’s when we come up with the final picture.”
“Once the design is done, we’ve got a big picture,” Stier added.
“So we start working on the graphics, then we start thinking about the different ways in which we want to showcase the company, which is where the art comes in.
Art is important.”
The art department at the graphic company must first decide on the overall theme of the graphic.
“I’ll come up a logo,” he says.
“We’ll come to a design that works for the brand.
We’ll decide on how to use it and what to put on it.
Then, we work with the art director on what to add to the image, and the artist, who does the final touch on the artwork.”
For Stier and his graphic design team, creating the logo is the most important part of the process.
“After the logo, we’re in the process,” he added.
For each logo, they need to determine the visual language of the company and the message it wants to convey.
“There are three main languages that we use to create banners: German, Spanish and French,” Stiers said.
For German, Stiers explained that the company will be using a bold, red and black logo, which he says should stand out.
“If we use the same logo in all countries it will look like this,” he continued.
“In Spain, we would use a dark background and a darker color.
The only way to achieve this is with a dark palette.
And then we have to find a way to give the message that the brand wants to send.”
The graphic designer must also consider the design of the logo.
“Sometimes it’s a simple choice between the three,” he explains.
“For example, if we use a black background and yellow, then it looks more professional, but if we change the colors a little, it looks like this.”
“Then, we have a final choice between a solid black and a solid white,” he concluded.
“Both are good choices.
It depends on the style of the site and the type of user.”
Stiers told us that he uses the same graphic design software to create his banner as he uses to create other logos and banners.
“Our banner is all done in Illustrator,” he told us.
“Then we do all the color adjustments.
We put the text, all the graphics and all of the background on top of that.””
The final decision is made in Illustator,” Sties explained.”
It is very hard to create the right balance between the different tools and colors that we have,” he acknowledged.
“But if we do everything right, we get a good banner.”
In this case, the banner looks more appealing and more engaging than the logo used by the previous logo.
However, Sties stressed that a great banner should


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Today the California Supreme Court issued its much-anticipated decision in Cassel v. Superior Court, holding that statutory mediation confidentiality extends to attorneys whose clients sue them for committing legal malpractice related to mediations.
In so doing, the high court reversed a decision by the 2/7. The Court of Appeal had held the confidentiality statutes protect the mediation clients, not their allegedly negligent attorneys.
But the reversed decision was not unanimous. As the high court noted, a “dissenting justice urged that the majority had crafted an unwarranted judicial exception to the clear and absolute provisions of the mediation confidentiality statutes.” And “[t]hough we understand the policy concerns advanced by the Court of Appeal majority,” the court continued, “the plain language of the statutes compels us to agree with the dissent."
Who was this dissenting judge with whom the Supreme Court agreed?
Our very own Short Lister, 2/7 PJ Dennis Perluss.


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In a story to get blood boiling for many, a North Carolina pair of foster “parents” were arrested Friday, after a local animal control deputy found a boy chained to a porch. The shivering cold 11-year-old was also forced to wear a dead chicken from his neck. A neighbor contacted the animal control agency after they complained of noises of a pig running unchained near their property.
Dorian Lee Harper and Wanda Sue Larson, who are 57-years-old, have been charged with a list of offenses after their foster son was saved. Disgustingly, it is Larson who works for Union County’s Social Services agency, as a supervisor. The 11-year-old boy who was unchained and placed immediately into warmth, is the fifth foster children that had entered the nightmarish home of Harper and Lee.
Eddie Cathey, the Sheriff of Union County was disturbed, shocked and ready to “pursue it to its fullest extent” of charges against the pair. Once the deputy arrived, Harper stepped onto the porch and asked him his business. The deputy displayed his identification and demanded to know why the child was chained. Another child inside of the residence opened the door and hoard of dogs rushed the deputy. Knowing the numbers were against them, the deputy retreated to his cruiser to call for back up against the astounding North Carolina foster parents. During the call, Harper put the child in the home and the chicken was left on the porch.
Once back-up arrived, the deputies paired and entered the home and received a shock. Five pairs of young eyes looked at them as the foster children were gathered in one room. Between the ages of 8 and 14 years-old-old, the children were immediately secured by deputies and promptly removed from the home. Deputies arrested Harper, they inquired of Larson and arrested her promptly. The couple sit in the Union County jail held under bails of $500,000 for Harper and $525,000 for Larson.
The reports suggest Harper and Larson will be charged with false imprisonment and child abuse inflicting serious injury. In addition, a curious charge appeared on the report of cruelty to animals, which means one or both of the adults were abusing the animals on their land as well. Harper will also be charged with a failure to discharge her duty as a standing public official for Union County. It appears more charges against the couple will be reviewed.
Authorities stated it appeared Harper and Larson were accustomed to handcuffing and chaining the 11-year-old boy in and outside of the home. Unnamed authorities advised upon entering the home, the whole unit was considered unsanitary – including human waste discovered on many parts of the floors of the home. Cathey is accumulating information to determine how long the abuse has been occurring and to its depths. The Sheriff is also trying to understand how a supervisor for the county’s social services unit was able to conclude business with the nightmares happening under her roof.
For now, an 11-year-old boy and the other children are safe. The children were transferred to an undisclosed agency outside of Union County within North Carolina. As the children are now safe, neighbors are beginning to point their fingers to lack of oversight on the county and state as a whole. A neighbor stated the couple had various farm animals running around from pigs to donkeys. The neighbor described the couple as recluses and denied visits from anyone who walked on their property.
Cathey described the house as a pure hell with human and animal waste on the floor, and trash scattered around the rooms. Once the deputies entered the home, they reported it was hard to breath in the home due to the level of rot. The investigation is on-going as authorities try to wrap their head around a supervisor of Social Services allowing and participating in chaining an 11-year-old and hanging dead poultry from his neck. The nation will be waiting with stilled breath to wait for the court date. More details are expected to surface, and potentially greater issues for North Carolina to determine how not any one agency, was aware of foster parents issuing harsh punishments against children in a home of filth.


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Tooth implants have revolutionized dental care, offering long-lasting solutions for missing teeth. In Melbourne, a city known for its cutting-edge dental technology, dentists are adept at providing top-tier tooth implant services. This comprehensive guide walks you through the entire process, from the initial consultation to the aftercare, as handled by an expert dentist Melbourne.
What is a Tooth Implant?
A tooth implant is a state-of-the-art dental device designed to replace missing teeth. It typically consists of a titanium post surgically implanted into the jawbone, which serves as a sturdy foundation for a replacement tooth. Tooth implants are lauded for their durability and natural appearance, making them a preferred choice for tooth replacement. Melbourne dentists use tooth implants not only to enhance dental aesthetics but also to improve oral health and functionality. For a detailed overview of tooth implants, visit Dentist A Brite Smile’s Implant page.
Initial Consultation with a Melbourne Dentist
The journey towards a tooth implant begins with an initial consultation with a skilled dentist in Melbourne. This first meeting is fundamental to the success of the procedure. The dentist will conduct a thorough examination of your oral health, including an assessment of your jawbone density, which is crucial for supporting the implant. They will discuss your dental and medical history to identify any factors that could affect the implant procedure. This consultation also offers an opportunity for you to express your expectations and any concerns you may have. The dentist Melbourne will explain the tooth implant process in detail, including the various stages, the materials used, and the expected outcomes. This session is not just diagnostic but also educational, equipping you with all the information needed to make an informed decision about proceeding with the tooth implant.
Preparing for a Tooth Implant
Preparation for a tooth implant is a vital step in ensuring a successful outcome. Following the initial consultation, your dentist Melbourne will provide you with a customized treatment plan. If any preliminary dental work is required, such as treating gum disease or extracting a damaged tooth, this will be addressed first. You will also be guided on how to prepare for the surgery, which may include instructions on fasting, medication adjustments, and arranging for post-procedure care. The preparation phase also involves making lifestyle adjustments, such as quitting smoking, as it can impact the healing process. Your Melbourne dentist will ensure that you are fully informed about every aspect of the preparation, from nutritional advice to what to expect on the day of the surgery, setting the stage for a smooth and successful tooth implant process.
The Tooth Implant Procedure: A Step-by-Step Guide
The tooth Implant procedure is a testament to the advanced skills of dentist Melbourne. Initially, the titanium post is surgically inserted into the jawbone. After the insertion, a period of healing, known as osseointegration, occurs, allowing the implant to fuse with the bone. Once healed, an abutment is placed on the implant, followed by the attachment of the artificial tooth or crown. Throughout this process, Melbourne dentists employ the latest techniques and equipment to ensure precision and comfort. Learn about the implant procedure in more detail at Dentist A Brite Smile’s Implant Procedure page.
Recovery and Aftercare Post Tooth Implant
After the tooth implant surgery, Melbourne dentists provide comprehensive aftercare instructions. The recovery period may involve managing minor discomfort and swelling, but with the right care, including medication and lifestyle adjustments as advised by your dentist, recovery can be swift and smooth. Follow-up appointments are essential to monitor the healing process and to make any necessary adjustments to the implant. For aftercare tips, refer to Authority Dental’s guide on dental implant aftercare.
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Maintaining your tooth implant is crucial for its longevity. Regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups are imperative. Melbourne dentists emphasize the importance of ongoing oral hygiene and regular visits to ensure the implant remains in top condition. With proper care, a tooth implant can last a lifetime. For more information on maintaining your implant, visit Dentist A Brite Smile’s Tooth Implant Care page.
Why Choose Melbourne for Your Tooth Implant?
Melbourne is home to some of the best dental practitioners and facilities in the world. The city’s dentists are renowned for their expertise in tooth implant procedures, backed by advanced dental technology and a commitment to patient care. Choosing a dentist Melbourne for your tooth implant means accessing top-quality dental care that ensures the best outcomes. To learn more about the latest technology in tooth implants, visit Stomadent’s page on implant technology.
Opting for a tooth implant is a significant decision that can greatly improve your quality of life. With the expertise of dentist Melbourne, you can embark on this journey with confidence, knowing you will receive the best care at every step. From the initial consultation to the meticulous aftercare, Melbourne dentists are dedicated to ensuring your tooth implant experience is positive and transformative.
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Does the Book of Ruth really call Ruth a Moabitess, or as I've recently read, that she was an Israelite from Moab?
If the land north of the Arnon River was taken by Israel and occupied by Gad, Rueben and Manasseh by the time of the Judges, couldn't she have been born an Israelite?
I would appreciate any light on the subject, especially the translation from Hebrew that refers to her as a Moabite, or, "from the country of Moab".
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If Will and Kate pick a pretty classic like Victoria, Alexandra, etc do you think that name will skyrocket in popularity next year? This is the most anticipated baby of the decade. How, if any, do you think their baby name choice will effect pop culture?
Will Will & Kate's baby be the next #1 most popular name?
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Take the Lead Dance Project utilizes partner dance instruction to introduce high school students not only to dance steps but to the social skills and attitudes necessary in social dance, including discipline, teamwork, civility, appreciation of music, enhanced communication skills, and respect for other cultures. The project partners a trained, experienced teaching artist with one of Philadelphia’s public high schools for a 10-week 20 class course that introduces students to basic concepts of social dance and engages them in a range of styles.
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ONE of the Greater Manchester hospital wards at the centre of an NHS cash row has been closed - with a padlock and chain on the door.
Bosses at Trafford Healthcare Trust - which is é9 million in the red - say it is necessary to close the remaining two in-patient wards at Altrincham General for safety reasons.
They say they can no longer provide round-the-clock care for patients in the 135-year hospital, which continues to offer out-patient clinics.
Stamford Ward has now closed and is locked with the padlock and chain. The hospital's 13 remaining in-patients are being treated in Lindsell Ward, which is to close in two weeks.
The troubles at Altrincham come as the flagship Royal Free Hospital in London, said around 480 posts will be lost under plans to achieve savings of é25 million in the next year.
In Altrincham campaigners are threatening to take court action against the directors of the local trust, saying their decision is illegal. Trust bosses say they can act without consultation if patient safety is at risk. But they admit the ward closures will save vital cash.
Pat Morris, a member of the Health in Trafford campaign group which is opposing the closure, said: "They are trying to close the wards illegally and they seem to be in a huge rush to move frail elderly patients before anyone can do anything about it. We told the trust board that we intended to seek judicial review and the only thing they seem to be in any hurry for is to padlock the wards. These so-called safety fears have been raised by doctors since autumn 2005 but the trust has never taken these concerns seriously or included these concerns in their risk and safety strategies."
On Monday Health in Trafford gave the trust 14 days' notice that they intend to seek a judicial review against the decision to shut the wards. They say the trust should not be closing beds until a judge has ruled on the dispute.
A trust spokesman said: "We have delivered on our commitment to patients and staff to ensure that this measure was implemented sensitively. Patients have continued to receive their care prior to them being discharged either home or to an alternative facility.
"There are currently 13 patients at Altrincham General and it is anticipated that the remaining ward will remain open for another two weeks while those patients continue to receive their care. Once those patients have been transferred then the remaining ward will close."
Until October, two doctors worked at the 26-bed wards at Altrincham.
Since they left hospital bosses say they have been unable to recruit replacements and cover has been provided by doctors at Trafford General.
David Cain, chief executive of Trafford Healthcare Trust, said: "Because of the safety risk to patients, the trust has been precluded from detailed consultation over the withdrawal of in-patient beds."

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Wi-Fi calling is one of the valuable features when it comes to Android. Whether you prefer Wi-Fi calling or not, in this tutorial, I will teach you “How to turn on Wi-Fi calling on Android” or Samsung or any smartphone like one plus, realme, Oppo Vivo, Huawei, T-Mobile, and US Mobile.
Wi-Fi calling is a great feature when you have a strong Wi-Fi signal. Because if you have poor Wi-Fi, it will affect Android and the Voice’s calling functionality. Believe me, that’s A terrible experience.
So without wasting any more time, let’s see how to turn on Wi-Fi calling feature on Android.
How Does WiFi Calling Work?
The basic fundamental of Wi-Fi calling is texting or calling, so everything will be routed through your Wi-Fi connection.
Suppose you are in a building, and the signal cannot pass through the concrete blocks, so your signal strength will be low, and whenever you make calls, the voice will interrupt, and the quality won’t be that good.
Here is when Wi-Fi calling comes into play. If your device has Wi-Fi calling ability and is connected to any Wi-Fi, you can make calls directly through it and get a better voice quality than average standard calls.
Let’s dive into the tutorial to turn on Wi-Fi calling.
How to Turn On Wi-Fi Calling
To turn on the Wi-Fi calling functionality on your Android device, we can follow the procedure below, which is the same procedure you can follow on all the mobile companies like T-Mobile, Samsung, oneplus, oppo and realme.
- Mobile Settings > SIM Card & Mobile Data.
- Tap on the Preferred Cellular Data SIM > Scroll Down.
- Here, Touch the WiFi Calling Settings > Then Turn it on by clicking the Turn On Button.
If you are using a Samsung device, I have a different step, especially for you.
But before moving on to the tutorial in-depth tutorial. If you didn’t get the above steps, you could follow the procedure below with images that will help you find out how to enable Wi-Fi calling.
Easy to Follow Tutorial on Enabling WiFi Calling
So let’s see the tutorial on enabling the Wi-Fi calling functionality on most Android devices.
- Open Mobile Settings > Select SIM Card & Mobile Data
- Select Primary SIM Card
- Tap On WI-FI Calling
- Slide To Turn On Wi-Fi Calling Android
- Get into your mobile settings, find the SIM card and mobile data option, and tap on it.
- You have to tap on the SIM on which your primary mobile data running is. Or you can say the preferred data sim.
- Yeah, you will find Wi-Fi calling just scrolling down a bit. Now touch the Wi-Fi calling.
- A new window will appear where you have to tap on the turn-on button to turn on the Wi-Fi calling.
Woah! That’s pretty easy. So that you can easily enable Wi-Fi calling for all the Android devices out there in the market, but for the Samsung ones, I have a separate tutorial on it just below this paragraph.
At this point, maybe you are curious why to turn it on.
Moreover, I will answer all your questions that probably are in your mind. It is better to clear all the questions rather than leave them.
Why Turn On Wifi Calling
The basic fundamental of Wi-Fi calling is whenever it is turned on, and you are connected to a Wi-Fi network and calling somebody. You will get excellent voice quality because the call is connected OR routed from your Wi-Fi connection. Whether your SIM card signal is poor doesn’t matter. Your voice call quality will improve by up to 67% just because you are calling with Wi-Fi.
If you are not using Wi-Fi Calling, that’s totally up to you. But if you have a great Wi-Fi router with a great Wi-Fi connection speed, I recommend you to use it once, and you will notice a significant boost in your voice quality.
Moreover, Wi-Fi calling feature will save you many times when you are in a completely packed room Or space covered with concrete blocks and getting a shallow signal on your Android device. Then you should use Wi-Fi calling to get proper voice calls.
Ok, so that’s it for today. Today I showed you how to turn on Wi-Fi calling or how to enable Wi-Fi calling feature on Android on all Android devices like Tmobile oneplus, oppo, Vivo, realme, and Xiaomi.
I hope you enjoyed this tutorial, and let me know in the comments. Would you use Wi-Fi calling? Because I’m using it.


Washington, DC—Senators Joe Lieberman and Frank R. Lautenberg joined Dennis L. Rubin, DC Fire & EMS Chief, New Jersey firefighter, Robert Allen, and other first responders to discuss legislation that will help protect our homeland and keep Americans safe. The Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act will help protect Americans from terrorist attacks; prepare for and respond to natural disasters; secure our borders; and support state and local first responders with the tools that they need.
“There is no cheap way to protect our homeland security,” Lieberman said. “It takes money. But it is money well invested in the protection of the American people. Our first responders and preventers deserve the best training, equipment, and staffing that we can provide them. So I am pleased that the Department of Homeland Security spending bill for fiscal year 2010 represents a 7 percent increase over last year for a total of almost $43 billion, including almost $4 billion for states and first responders.”
Said Lautenberg: “When there’s an emergency, it’s our first responders and public safety professionals who put their lives on the line to save the lives of others. This bill provides those brave men and women with the tools and resources they need. By improving our ability to respond to natural disasters and terrorist attacks, and helping first responders hire personnel and buy new equipment, we’re making our communities safer.”
“All disasters are local events,” Rubin said. “Emergencies such as these rely upon fire and EMS, which are truly America’s First Responders and defenders of our homeland. Federal funding is desperately needed to assist local jurisdictions in their struggles to prepare and respond to these unexpected events.”


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“I don’t understand him. How could he do this to me?” Margie said to her brother Wayne. The top successful people I’ve interviewed have demonstrated keen insights into human behavior. The truly charismatic person makes you feel like you’re the most important person in the room. A secret is that the charismatic person can find something good in you even if he or she deeply disagrees you. “The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function.” wrote F. Scott Fitzgerald.
This is a really important point. Can you imagine that someone can be your friend and hold intensely different political ideas than you do? It is possible. Among my friends, some lean far to polar opposite points of view.
Can you hold the idea that a friend can love you but say something really mean on an off day? So we’ll use the H.O.P.E. process to connect with people even if they don’t agree with us.
H – honor the fear
O – open
P – perceive
E – express compassion
1. Honor the fear
I imagine that you may find this phrase “honor the fear” to be strange. Stay with me now. When I look carefully at the faces of people that I have met in different parts of the world (from New York to Nassau; from Indiana to Japan), I see both hope and concern. The concern may flash across the face ever so briefly. My point is: if you can imagine that the person you’re talking with is similar to you, someone with fear and joys, you might just extend more compassion toward him or her.
Why does someone believe something? Take a moment and imagine the fear beneath an opinion. Some people hold an idea because they’re afraid of losing their freedom to some situation. So what rules the world? Some people say “greed” or “desire for power.” Why would someone go overboard about money or power? Perhaps, the person never wants to be vulnerable or a victim again.
When I say “honor the fear,” I do not mean “agree with the fear.” I’m really talking about compassion. If someone says an extreme comment, consider asking yourself: “Hmmm. I wonder what this person is afraid of?”
Nothing new can happen without some openness. Someone I know talks about her fondness for a comment from Chesterton: “An open mind is like an open mouth, only good to clamp down on something solid.”
Hold on a moment here. If the mind clamps down, then nothing new can get in. This was vividly demonstrated one time when I was directing a feature film. Imagine actors gathered together and eating lunch. One actor said, “I’ve thought that it would be a good idea not to have a TV. Then, my children would have to do other things like play outside or get a hobby like painting.”
The group of actors was starting to “clamp down” on the idea of no TV in the house as being good for children. [Okay, I get it: on some level this might seem ironic -- actors and no TV?!]
Then the star of the feature film said, “I lived in a neighborhood where one house had no TV. When the kids went to other children’s homes, they didn’t play. Magnetically, they were drawn to the TV. It was too big of a deal not to have a TV in the house.”
At that point, the actors in this impromptu discussion had their minds “opened to another point of view.”
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines perceive as “to become aware of through the senses; especially.”
Here’s an important distinction. As human beings, we often don’t have all the information. We can be distracted by our own preconceptions.
Instead, it helps when you perceive that you don’t have all the answers in this moment and that your perception could be off.
Look more deeply. You’ll find that seeming opposites take place often in life. Remember, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s above comment about the “ability to hold two opposed ideas in mind at the same time.”
Here are examples of opposed elements:
* A parent who deeply loves his son but has no idea how to listen effectively
* A man who expresses his love to his wife with “quick-fix” comments and has no idea that his failure to listen is breaking her heart.
* A mother who truly wants the best for her daughter but “if her mouth is open, she is criticizing.”
Make sure to take care of yourself: enough sleep, good nutrition, exercise, and quiet time. Then, you’ll be able to perceive that you need more information or at least you can choose to withhold judgment — and ask a couple of gentle questions.
4. Express Compassion
Let’s return to the Merriam-Webster dictionary that holds that compassion is defined as “sympathetic consciousness of others’ distress together with a desire to alleviate it.”
Express compassion for yourself. Let’s say you realize that a family member loves you but has poor skills (or no skills) for listening. Show compassion for yourself and find someone else to listen to you.
Author Joe Vitale wrote: “If you want the planet to be healthy, wealthy, and wise, contribute one healthy, wealthy, and wise person to it.” He is referring to you.
Misery doesn’t just love company. The truth is: misery creates company.
So relieve this world of some misery by being good to yourself. Show compassion toward yourself. Take care of yourself at least like you would treat a good friend visiting your home. Honor your own fear. Practice openness to view new ideas. Perceive that you don’t have all the answers in this moment and that your perception could be off. Then seek to gain more perspectives and knowledge.
Now, imagine more people doing that. Here comes some hope into the world.
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This morning I feel like I am just getting to old for this crap, then I remember I am only 29 and wondering where all my determination and energy went.
Last night I was up fairly late working on homework, because I live for nothing else but homework.
Seriously, sometimes I sit here and wonder why after I spent years getting my BS. Why, oh why did I have to go for my Masters?
Anyways, while I ponder my need to create complex and annoying amounts of work for myself, here are some character sketches I did for my graphic novel class. Enjoy, love them, leave comments or whatever it is you guys do.
Little insight into Charlie, she was captured at a young age and programed as a fighting machine. She now has this other self who is all serious and hardcore killer Sigma. So same body different character, but my instructor and I thought it best for there to be physical differences as well.
Till Next Time My Loves!


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Location: Soil and Water Management Research2013 Annual Report
1a. Objectives (from AD-416):
1. Develop and test systems for sustainable co-production of food and fuel, as a contributor to the ARS Renewable Energy Assessment Project (REAP). 2. Develop guidelines for the optimization of soil fertility and C sequestration using organic and biochar amendments, for field and specialty crops. 3. Enable reduced N2O emissions from fertilized cropping systems through improved understanding of controlling mechanisms, as a contributor to the ARS Greenhouse Gas Reduction through Agricultural Carbon Enhancement network (GRACEnet).
1b. Approach (from AD-416):
Field experiments will be conducted at three locations, each using 3 treatments: zero, intermediate, and full stover removal. We will measure soil organic carbon (SOC) changes and gas exchange. Research will also be conducted at the UMN’s Rosemount Research and Outreach Center (ROC) and on private farm fields in MN. Research at Rosemount will take place in two 20 ha fields with similar soil types, one managed as a conventional corn-soybean rotation; the other in a corn-soybean rotation, but with winter rye cover crop seeded by helicopter in late summer. Latent and sensible heat flux and net ecosystem exchange of CO2 will be measured by eddy covariance. Yield and ancillary soil, physiological and micrometeorological variables will also be measured for 4-years. Soil sampling for SOC analysis will be conducted biennially. Data will be used to test a model of rye production and water use (RyeGro). Field research will also be conducted at Rosemount MN and Arlington WI, supplemented by greenhouse research in St. Paul. Four treatments will be evaluated using a completely randomized design with 3 replications: (i) control, (ii) biochar, (iii) biochar plus manure, and (iv) manure. Biochar will be applied at 20,000 lb ac-1. Three other biochar treatments, derived from macadamia nut, wood pellet, and lump hardwood charcoal, will also be evaluated. Biochar production temperatures will be varied according to constant heating time and thermal time equivalency tests. Experiments will be conducted to examine impact of post-processing of biochar by thermally or chemically activation. All biochars will be analyzed for elemental composition, surface area, thermal stability, and CEC. Incubations will assess the impacts of biochar amendments on GHG production. For the greenhouse studies, 5 different specialty crops will be investigated with respect to biochar impacts on germination, growth, and uptake of volatile chemicals. Lab incubation experiments will be conducted to evaluate the inhibition of ammonium and nitrite oxidation rate due to the presence of free ammonia and free nitrous acid. Three different soils used for corn production in MN, IA, and eastern Canada will be examined. The methods will be adapted from procedures used to quantify nitrification inhibition kinetics in wastewater. Parameters obtained in the lab experiments will be incorporated into previously developed nitrification and N2O emissions models that account for both steps of nitrification, N2O production pathways, microbial N2O reduction, and gaseous diffusion. Plot experiments will be conducted over two consecutive growing seasons at the UMN ROC in Rosemount, MN in long-term research plots split into subplot treatments. Each main plot will first be randomly sub-divided by N rate so that each subplot will receive the same total N rate during the growing season, with N rate levels of 0, 7.5, 15, 20 and 25 g N m-2. Each N rate treatment will then be randomly sub-divided into two timing treatment sub-subplots consisting of (a) a single pre-plant urea application, or (b) two split post-plant urea applications. Soil-to-atmosphere N2O fluxes will be measured using chamber methods.
3. Progress Report:
Objective 1: Three years of automated N2O data from field experiments examining effects of stover removal from corn cropping systems have been analyzed; corresponding results were presented at the National Sun Grant Conference and a publication has been prepared. An aerial seeding experiment was completed and a manuscript was submitted to Agronomy Journal. An experiment is currently underway in which we are comparing biomass and grain yields in the following treatments: conventional rainfed corn, conventional irrigated corn, rainfed corn in kura clover living mulch, and irrigated corn in kura clover living mulch. Objective 2: The second year of field measurements examining the impact of biochar addition to soil on corn grain yield, soil C, and GHG emissions has been completed and the third year was initiated. Results to date indicate reduced mitigation potential of biochar with exposure time in the field. We have also found that pre-composting the biochar reduces the quantities of sorbed organics present and the N2O mitigation potential of the biochar. In soils amended with mixtures of composted and non-composted biochars, greenhouse gas production decreased as the levels of char-associated organic compounds increased. A manuscript detailing this work has been submitted. Plant growth in response to biochar amendment to soil has been monitored in greenhouse and field plots. Collaborations have been established with the University of Minnesota to examine effects of the liquid phase of the pyrolysis process and its corresponding impact on plant growth. The first year of data has been collected and is currently being analyzed. Objective 3: Lab incubation experiments quantifying nitrification dynamics in different soils including soils from New Zealand are continuing. To date we have observed high degree of correlation between cumulative nitrite intensity and cumulative nitrous oxide emissions. We have also observed large differences in nitrite intensity among different soil types amended with the same amounts of urea, and we are investigating which chemical and/or microbial properties are responsible reasons for these differences. We have incorporated new features into the N cycling model including urea hydrolysis and associated pH dynamics, liquid-solid partitioning of the ammonium ion and its effects on ammonium oxidation rates and free ammonia toxicity, and the potential toxicity effects of the nitrite ion and/or nitrous acid species. We completed the second consecutive season of a replicated plot field experiment in Rosemount, MN to examine effects of fertilizer addition rate (6 levels) and timing (single vs. three split applications) on N2O emissions under corn grown in a monoculture and in a corn/soybean rotation.
1. Publication of international guidelines for improved nitrous oxide emissions measurements. Soil nitrous oxide emissions are in many cases the largest component of the greenhouse gas impact of agricultural systems. However, measurements of nitrous oxide fluxes are highly sensitive to the methods deployed and there is currently wide variation in methodologies. Working as part of an international team of experts from 10 countries, ARS scientists from St. Paul, MN and Ames, IA developed methods guidelines that are being distributed internationally via the website of the Global Research Alliance. These guidelines will be used by researchers around the world and will result in more accurate and precise measurement of agricultural nitrous oxide emissions from croplands and grazing lands.
2. Soil nitrite dynamics explain fertilizer management effects on nitrous oxide emissions. It is typically assumed that the dependence of nitrous oxide emissions on soil nitrogen availability is best quantified in terms of ammonium and/or nitrate concentrations. In contrast, nitrite is seldom measured separately from nitrate despite its role as a central substrate in nitrous oxide production. We examined the effects of three fertilizer sources and two placement methods on nitrous oxide in corn over two growing seasons. Cumulative nitrous oxide emissions were well-correlated with soil nitrite levels but not with levels of nitrate or ammonium. By itself, nitrite intensity explained more than 44% of the overall variance in cumulative nitrous oxide emissions. These results show that practices which reduce nitrite accumulation have the potential to also reduce nitrous oxide emissions, and that separate consideration of nitrite and nitrate dynamics can provide more insight than their combined dynamics as typically quantified. These findings therefore provide new criteria for land managers to assess how practices such as fertilizer placement and chemical formulation can be modified to reduce N2O emissions.
3. Development of an automated system for remote nitrous oxide flux measurements. Research on ways to reduce nitrous oxide production has been hampered by a lack of reliable data because it is episodic in nature and difficult to measure. We developed an automated system capable of continuous, unattended measurement that is powered by solar panels and a wind turbine suitable for deployment in remote field locations. The system uses an analyzer that is much less expensive than previous analyzers, coupled to commercially available automated chambers originally developed to measure soil respiration. Results demonstrate that the system is accurate and reliable, and can measure nitrous oxide production continuously over the course of a growing season. This system will be used by scientists studying the impact of management practices on nitrous oxide emissions.
4. Weathering reduces greenhouse gas mitigation potential of biochar. Studies have shown conflicting results regarding the effectiveness of biochar as a soil amendment for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Our results showed that the mitigating impacts of biochar for GHG suppression appear to be of limited duration. Weathered biochar did not suppress N2O production compared to un-amended soils. Furthermore, weathering also caused an increase rate of mineralization of the biochar. These findings provide additional insight into the mechanisms of biochar effects on soil N cycling and will assist scientists and engineers in developing improved biochars to minimize GHG emissions.
Van Kessel, C., Venterea, R.T., Six, J., Adviento Borde, A., Linquist, B., Van Groenigen, K. 2013. Climate, duration, and N placement determine N2O emissions in reduced tillage systems: a meta-analysis. Global Change Biology. 19(1)33-44.
Cavigelli, M.A., Del Grosso, S.J., Liebig, M.A., Snyder, C.S., Fixen, P.E., Venterea, R.T., Leytem, A.B., McLain, J.E., Watts, D.B. 2013. US agricultural nitrous oxide emissions: context, status, and trends. Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. 10:537-546.
Dijkstra, F.A., Prior, S.A., Runion, G.B., Torbert III, H.A., Tian, H., Lu, C., Venterea, R.T. 2012. Effects of elevated carbon dioxide and increased temperature on methane and nitrous oxide fluxes: evidence from field experiments. Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. 10(10):520-527.
Morris, J., Crest, M., Barlaz, M., Spokas, K.A., Akerman, A., Yuan, L. 2012. Improved methodology to assess modification and completion of landfill gas management in the aftercare period. Waste Management. 32(2012):2364-2373.
Spokas, K.A. 2012. Impact of biochar field aging on laboratory greenhouse gas production potentials. Global Change Biology Bioenergy. 5:165-176.
Fassbinder, J.J., Griffis, T.J., Baker, J.M. 2012. Interannual, seasonal, and diel variability in the carbon isotope composition of respiration in a C3/C4 agricultural ecosystem. Agricultural and Forest Meteorology. 153:144-153.
Fassbinder, J.J., Griffis, T.J., Baker, J.M. 2012. Evaluation of carbon isotope flux partitioning theory under simplified and controlled environmental conditions. Agricultural and Forest Meteorology. 153:154-164.
Williams, M.R., Feyereisen, G.W., Beegle, D.B., Shannon, R.D. 2012. Soil temperature regulates nitrogen loss from lysimeters following fall and winter manure application. Transactions of the ASABE. 55(3):861-870.
Parkin, T.B., Venterea, R.T. 2010. USDA-ARS GRACEnet Project Protocols, Chapter 3. Chamber-based trace gas flux measurements4. In: Follett, R.F., editor. Sampling Protocols. Beltsville, MD. Available at: http://www.ars.usda.gov/SP2UserFiles/Program/212/Chapter%203.%20GRACEnet%20Trace%20Gas%20Sampling%20Protocols.pdf. p. 1-39.
Fassbinder, J.J., Schultz, N.M., Baker, J.M., Griffis, T.J. 2013. Automated, low-power chamber system for measuring nitrous oxide emissions. Journal of Environmental Quality. 42(2):606-614.
Venterea, R.T., Parkin, T.B., Cardebas, L., Petersen, S.O., Petersen, A.R. 2013. Data analysis considerations. In: DeKlein, C., Harvey, M., editors. Global Research Alliance on Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Emissions. New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries, Wellington, New Zealand. Available: http://www.globalresearchalliance.org/research/livestock/activities/nitrous-oxide-chamber-methodology-guidelines/.
Maharjan, B., Venterea, R.T. 2013. Nitrite intensity explains N management effects on N2O emissions in maize. Soil Biology and Biochemistry. 66:229-238.

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Points On A Line, a 2010 film by artist Sarah Morris, takes two iconic buildings as its central characters, Mies van der Rohe’s Farnsworth House in Illinois and Philip Johnson’s Glass House in Connecticut (above). Commissioned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which owns both properties, the film is a meditation on the relationship between the buildings—Johnson, an acolyte of Mies and inspired by Farnsworth drawings, happened to complete his New Canaan house first—and the structures as they exist today. But it is the relationship of the architects themselves that becomes Morris’ narrative thread, serving as a springboard to explore their other architectural overlap: Johnson’s glamorized corporate interiors for the Four Seasons, the power-broker restaurant in the base of the Mies-designed Seagram building in Manhattan. Points on A Line underscores how our perception of a space is affected not just by its design but also its mythology.
The community planning process for the conversion of the elevated rail line known as the Bloomingdale Trail into a public park and recreational path is underway. The three mile embankment, twice the length of New York’s High Line, will feature 8 access points from adjacent pocket parks, and a mile and a half of the line will have separated pedestrian and multi-use paths (for bike riders and roller-blades). The trail winds through Chicago’s Logan Square, Wicker Park, Humboldt Park, and Bucktown neighborhoods. Read More
In the hustle and bustle of city life, sometimes it’s hard to find the time to visit a museum. Luckily for time-strapped New Yorkers, a massive copy of Michelangelo’s David was trucked around Manhattan on Tuesday, stopping off at the Storefront for Art and Architecture for a manifesto series called “Double” exploring the implications of creating copies, fakes, and replicas before heading to its new home at the 21c Museum Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. This David, by conceptual artist Serkan Ozkaya is a copy of a copy of the original Florentine model, reimagined twice as tall and painted gold, making it the perfect centerpiece for the evening.
It’s a story that’s been told in city after city. If you build it, they won’t leave. Professional sports teams hold cities hostage, playing on the loyalty of fans to get expensive, taxpayer-funded facilities, while displaying little civic loyalty of their own. Anyway! In Minneapolis, the Vikings have said they won’t decamp for Los Angeles if the city and state agree to help build a new $975 million stadium on the site of the Metrodome, according to the Star-Tribune.


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Laying hands upon the injured and dying, Avry of Kazan absorbs their wounds and diseases into herself. But rather than being honored for her skills, she is hunted. Healers like Avry are accused of spreading the plague that has decimated the Fifteen Realms, leaving the survivors in a state of chaos.
Stressed and tired from hiding, Avry is abducted by a band of rogues who, shockingly, value her gift above the golden bounty offered for her capture. Their leader, an enigmatic captor-protector with powers of his own, is unequivocal in his demands: Avry must heal a plague-stricken prince—leader of a campaign against her people. As they traverse the daunting Nine Mountains, beset by mercenaries and magical dangers, Avry must decide who is worth healing and what is worth dying for. Because the price of peace may well be her life.
The World Lies In Tatters…
Despite constant recommendations and pushing and shoving, I had never actually gotten around to picking up a Maria V. Snyder novel. Now, I am kicking myself in the shins for not doing so as it has come to my attention why everyone was so eager to get me to read her work. She is incredibly talented and simply has a way with words and a way with worlds and is just truly inspirational. I absolutely adored this novel, her latest one, and am now itching to run off and read every other one of her books because I have every reason to believe that they will be as good and as endearing as this one.
Touch of Power literally had me hooked from the very first page. Within the first few moments, you are introduced to a character who knows the consequences of her actions and how they are very likely to affect her badly, yet she is simply compelled to help because she can’t stand to hear someone in so much pain. This inner-battle and inner-strength within Avry continues throughout the entire novel and is truly inspiring to read. It’s so gut-wrenching when she knows that her decision to help is likely to lead to her death; every single time she has to ask herself, is it worth it? I loved this part of the book as well. It was so interesting to read about, and quite unique with a fair amount of connotations added on to it as well. Everyday doctors and nurses give up their lives to save others, they work around the clock to make sure that everyone who can be saved is and this book simply takes this idea and just stretches it further and I really loved that about it.
Without looking at Quain, Belen said, “I’d say you’re looking for trouble, Quain. Because that’s what you’ll get if you keep teasing Avry.”
Truth Be Told
I’ve not actually read many witchy-medieval type stories (shock horror, I know) but I found myself really enthralled and compelled by this one. It has definitely made me want to pursue other books within the genre to see just how different they are and will hopefully find that they’re all as awesome and imaginative asTouch of Power was. It is due to this lack of genre and background knowledge, however, that I feel it unfair to judge this book based on this aspect as I literally don’t have anything in my mind that I could compare it to. However, having said that, I really loved the settings that were created, the place names, the ideas behind the emperor’s and the kingdom itself. I found it all incredibly fascinating and intriguing to read about.
Above all of it though, what really pulled me into this story were the characters. While they may not have been truly fleshed out, and you didn’t get a full history of them all, I simply adored each and every character. Flea was fun, full of enthusiasm and energy and always seemed to have a light in him which just brought a light into my own heart. Belen was protective and instinctive and friendly and caring and just made me want to hug him tight and never let go. Loren and Quain were the best monkeys a reader could ask for and even as two fairly side characters, they both had great shining personalities that were easy to fall in love with.
The tight-knit group with their dynamic personalities was a joy to read and gave the book that bit of entertainment in the seriousness of it all. I quickly fell in love with the home-made family and wanted to keep them all to myself so that they could continue to keep me company and to make me laugh. I was honestly truly envious of Avry for getting to have them so near to her.
“Why Flea?” A full-out grin spread across Flea’s face. “Cause I’m fast and hard to catch.” “Because he’s a pest and hard to squash,” Belen Said. “Because he jumps in about three feet in the air when you scare him,” Loren added. “Because he’s annoying and makes us itch with impatience,” Quain said. “Thanks, guys. I love you, too” Flea made exaggerated kissing noises and patted his ass.” (page 45).
But of course, the main character that truly had me falling on the floor was Kerrick. He was simply a heart-throb. With his mysterious ways, to his anger and his protective side, to his stubborn-ness and his history, he was simply a bundle of goodness all wrapped up in a neat little bow. I loved his relationship with Avry, and the way that it progresses through the novel.
Kerrick gave him a tight smile. “You mean I’m not omnipotent?” “You’re not semipotent.” “Is that even a word?” Kerrick asked. “He probably mean you’re impotent.” I offered. It was worth Kerrick’s glare to hear Belen’s deep chuckle. (page 82).
A story filled with emotional twists and turns!
I admired how much he watched over her from afar and always saved her when he thought he was going to lose her and I just loved him so very much. I liked that she stood up to him, causing him to have to take a step back and re-evaluate things. He was honestly so… put-together and yet, at the same time, it was easy to see him from layer to layer. He transformed so much through the novel and I honestly cannot wait to see what else is in store for him!
Overall this story is one that is rich in emotion, a full-length journey full of twists and turns and unexpected trivialities that really pull the reader in and want you to read on. It made it extremely difficult to put the book down and go do something else instead. I enjoyed the way the story played out and I really liked how it ended.
I figured that it would turn out the way it did but it was still so nice to see and interesting to read just how it would happen. I am definitely excited to see what Maria has left in her imagination to show us and what other amazing journey’s she will take us on as I sit in trepidation for the next addition to the Healer series.
Faye is twenty one years old and is currently studying Film and Television at university and is in her third and final year. She has been blogging about books and films for six months and is thoroughly enjoying herself while she does it! She’s not sure where she wants to end up in her future but knows that if it involves writing, books or films then she will be happy and that is all that really matters! She updates her blog almost daily with reviews, interviews, giveaways, articles and memes. She can be contacted by email via twitter; @daydreamin_star
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Season 6 Episode 3: Poenitentia
Episode Summary: Jax secures a new alliance for the club while Clay makes moves inside for protection.
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The Nebraska Humane Society says an animal control officer brought Jack Frost, an eight week old kitten, into the shelter with frost bite to both ears.
"Cats ear tips are so delicate, and have such thin hair that they are very susceptible to freezing," spokesperson Pam Wiese says. Wiese says once frostbitten or frozen, the skin will be painful and eventually die and slough off.
Animals feet are also vulnerable, especially when there is a covering of snow or ice on the ground. Wiese says they have seen 4 cats in the past two weeks with damaged ears due to frost bite.
She urges all pet owners to bring their animals inside during the bitterly cold temperatures.
Frostbite affected skin will be pale to bluish white in color and much cooler to the touch than surrounding skin.
This is due to loss of circulation to the area, brought on by the cold. If the circulation returns, the affected area will be red ,swollen, and painful.
Pet owners will need to warm the skin and stimulate the return of circulation to the affected area with luke warm, moist heat.
Immerse the area in warm water for 15 to 30 minutes, or apply a warm moist towel to the area.
DO NOT rub the area as it will cause more damage.
As the circulation returns, the skin will redden but if the areas begin turning dark that indicates tissue damage, and your pet should see his veterinarian.


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Niclosamide Ethanolamine Improves Diabetes and Diabetic Kidney Disease in Mice
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Diabetes and its renal complications are major medical challenges worldwide. There are no effective drugs currently available for treating diabetes and diabetic kidney disease (DKD), especially in type 1 diabetes (T1D). Evidence has suggested that niclosamide ethanolamine salt (NEN) could improve diabetic symptoms in mice of type 2 diabetes (T2D). However, its role in T1D and DKD has not been studied to date. Here we report that NEN could protect against diabetes in streptozotocin (STZ) induced T1D mice. It increased serum insulin levels, corrected the unbalanced ratio of alpha-cells to beta-cells, and induced islet morphologic changes under diabetic conditions. In addition, NEN could impede the progression of DKD in T1D. Specifically, it reduced urinary albumin levels, NAG, NGAL and TGF-beta 1 excretion, ameliorated renal hypertrophy, alleviated podocyte dysfunction, and suppressed the renal cortical activation of mTOR/4E-BP1 signaling pathway. Moreover, it is hepatoprotective and does not exhibit heart toxicity. Therefore, these findings open up a completely novel therapy for diabetes and DKD.
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