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As the Kenyan Meteorological office warns coastal areas in Kenya of the high risk of flooding due to El Niño, newly founded HCR partner station Tana FM , is playing its part to get communities prepared. Having gone on the air with the first test broadcasts only in May this year, Alex Stout and Jon Hargreaves from HCR UK were joined by new Kenyan team-member Sheila Maina, to train the Tana FM team on how to link with other emergency service providers and the community, to promote awareness and give critical information to help people survive in the event of flooding. The people of Tana River have experienced floods in the past, but the mention of El Niño reflects back to 1997 when floods devastated the region and displaced tens of thousands of people. Officials are warning that as many as 70,000 people could be displaced by the rising waters in the next few weeks.
In its short existence, Tana FM, the first community station in Tana River County, has already become a trusted voice in the community. The station's CEO, Shedrack Hiribae, says Tana FM has already begun to have a big impact. Mr Hiribae described how the team's peace-building initiatives have promoted dialogue between conflicted communities and also how mango farmers have got a better deal for the sale of their produce as a result of the station's advocacy work.


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Birdy talks us through her latest album, Beautiful Lies
1. Growing Pains
"I remember writing it and thinking, "this is so weird it's coming out of me, because it sounds so different than what I normally do". It's about my friends and I doing completely different things, a time when you finish university and go separate ways, and you will probably never see some of these people again. It's a really weird time, I think."
2. Keeping Your Head Up
"I actually had a verse and kind of pre-recorded this idea. I had it for ages and it was more of a ballad. It was sad and I didn't know what to do with that, I couldn't finish it for some reason. Then I wrote with Steve Mac and Wayne Hector and they put drums to it and I was thinking, "oh this feels very different". It feels kind of more poppy, and then suddenly the chorus became much more hopeful. I want people to know this is a bit more hopeful than things I have done before because I think I was in a much more hopeful place — and this song really sums up a lot of the album."
3. Deep End
"I feel like a lot of my songs are about five different things at once. A lot of this album is about my own experiences. It's about being in love with someone but not quite enough, and kind of knowing that."
4. Lost It All
"I think Lost It All is one of my favorites in this album. I had it for a long time — probably two years before. It's about my second album. It's about the frustration of that — because I was really young at the time and feeling I couldn't quite take control of it. I didn't know what I wanted yet, so that was really annoying at the time. Looking back on it, it's part of growing up — you have to learn things, you can't always know everything. But that song is just about me kind of feeling a bit lost."
"I actually covered Simon Aldred's song, People Help Other People. And people always suggested that I write with him, because he is really talented. As soon as I met him, we got along so well. He's such a beautiful writer. He writes these lyrics that are really dark but have a very hopeful message. And that really suited for my music."
6. Hear You Calling
"I really love playing Hear You Calling. It's fun for me. It just feels really free and it's quite uplifting as well."
7. Beautiful Lies
"It's more of a love song. It's about two people not admitting that it's not going to work out, and they carry on being together anyway. But I guess the album is about change and about lying to yourself and hoping everything would stay the same."
Find out what went on during Birdy's concert in Singapore here.

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While the pandemic put many companies out of business, others found an opportunity to thrive. One such company is Zoom. The video teleconferencing company became the primary way for companies to meet (besides Google Meet) over the past 2 years. Zoom’s stock price reached a high of $559 in October of 2020 at the height of the pandemic – but, as restrictions loosened and life started to return to normal, the stock began falling back to earth. More and more employees are returning to the office and abandoning the work-from-home lifestyle. The demand for Zoom has dropped significantly. Within a few weeks of the record high, VectorVest rated Zoom a sell. Since then, the company’s stock has steadily dropped 78% in price to where it sits today – just $83.
Things don’t appear to be getting any better for Zoom in the short or long term, either, as they’ve just recently reported lackluster 2nd quarter earnings. The company’s financials came in under analyst expectations – and the third quarter is looking to be more of the same. Following the poor earnings report, analysts cut their price targets on Zoom and caused shares to fall an additional 10%.
The interesting conundrum for Zoom is that the 2nd quarter wasn’t all that bad from a financial standpoint – they narrowly missed expectations. While revenue rose 7.6% from the previous 2nd quarter, analysts were looking for 9.6%. The problem is that in the big picture, growth is slowing to a standstill – and the long-term outlook isn’t positive. At this point in time, the pandemic boom that got Zoom to reach such incredible heights is long gone. The question now becomes – how can they build a durable, post-pandemic business?
According to Zoom executives, there are two big initiatives that will make this vision a reality: a lower-priced Zoom Rooms conferencing platform and the rollout of Zoom Phone voice service. These new products will hopefully get user and sales growth back on track. But – from an investor standpoint, has this stock run its course? If you’re currently invested in Zoom, should you keep holding on for better days, or is it time to cut losses? VectorVest’s stock analysis software currently rates Zoom a sell – here’s why.
Two Reasons Zoom Has Been Rated a Sell in the VectorVest System
Our stock analysis system takes traditional fundamental and technical analysis and simplifies it for investors. We use three proprietary ratings to assess the opportunity of any given stock at any given time: RV (Relative Value), RS (Relative Safety), and RT (Relative Timing). These are averaged out to come up with the overall VST (Value, Safety, Timing) rating for a stock. And in Zoom’s case, the VST rating of 0.76 is poor on a scale of 0.00-2.00.
While the upside potential for Zoom is fair with an RV rating of 0.98, the VectorVest system suggests the stock is still significantly overvalued. Taking into account forecasted earnings per share, growth rate, profitability, and a few other factors, the intrinsic value of Zoom is actually closer to $56/share.
But the two big reasons Zoom has been rated a sell are the very poor timing and poor safety ratings. With a RS rating of 0.83, Zoom is a risky stock right now. The company’s financial performance lacks consistency and predictability. And a RT rating of 0.43 suggests the stock has a strong negative trend pushing the price down. VectorVest suggests buying stocks rising in price, so wait until RT crosses back above 1.00.
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT David Clarke’s kick-outs will be the focus of much attention again next weekend against Donegal. Pic: Sportsfile
1 Mayo’s walking wounded
WITH Camp Mayo not in the business of divulging any significant information about injuries these days, in keeping with the likes of Dublin and Donegal, it can be difficult to say for sure which injured players may be back in the mix for next Saturday evening.
However, it seems that Keith Higgins (groin) and Paddy Durcan (quad) will both be available for selection after sitting out recent games.
The Donegal clash is likely to come too soon though for Diarmuid O’Connor (broken wrist) and Matthew Ruane (broken collarbone), but the word on the grapevine is that Tom Parsons continues to make significant progress in his recovery from a serious leg injury.
Could he yet make a dramatic return before the summer is out?
2 The Stephen Rochford angle
THE manner of Rochford’s resignation as Mayo manager last August — told by the Mayo GAA chairman that he no longer had the support of the County Board executive — meant that his first game as Donegal coach/selector against his home county was always going to attract attention.
The fact that the game turns out to be essentially a knock-out All-Ireland quarter-final in front of a packed MacHale Park crowd will only increase the amount of focus on the ‘Rochford returns to take on Mayo’ angle.
After managing this Mayo squad for three years, only Kerry coach Donie Buckley would have a greater knowledge than Rochford of their strengths and weaknesses.
A proud Mayo man he may be, but it will be strictly business for the Donegal coach next weekend.
3 The kick-outs conundrum
EVERYONE in Mayo’s backroom team has been busy this summer, especially the over-worked medical team, but you’d have to imagine that Tom Higgins, the squad’s goalkeeping coach, has also been flat to the mat on the training ground.
The former Westport goalkeeper was recruited by James Horan to work with David Clarke and Rob Hennelly, so this week he will have been trying to come up with ways to deal with the Donegal ‘high press’ that is guaranteed to be in operation on Saturday.
The Ulster champions will have seen how Kerry cracked Clarke’s kick-outs in Killarney so it will be fascinating to see what Mayo come up with.
4 The MacHale Park factor
MAYO’S record at the venue this season reads: played five, won three, lost two.
The only championship defeat, of course, was the one point Connacht semi-final loss to Roscommon and since then Armagh left Castlebar empty-handed after a thrilling Qualifier game.
James Horan’s challenge next weekend is to try and extract as much of an advantage as he can from Mayo’s first ever home match in the ‘Super 8s’.
The fact that the capacity of the stadium has been reduced to just over 25,000 has increased the possibility that next Saturday evening’s match will sell out.
So the place will be rocking come 6pm with a large Donegal contingent expected to travel and Mayo set to bring anywhere in the region of 15,000 supporters.
5 The bottom line for Mayo
IT couldn’t be more straightforward: if Mayo beat Donegal they will qualify for their eighth All-Ireland semi-final in nine seasons. More than likely it would be against the All-Ireland champions, Dublin, the following weekend — on Saturday, August 10.
However, if Mayo draw or lose then their championship will end there and then.
One way or the other, it’s been one hell of an adventure!

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Michael Myers may not have been invited to the Halloween party, but that won’t stop him from crashing this spooky season with Halloween Kills, the 12th installment in the Halloween franchise.
Directed by David Gordon Green, and serving as a direct sequel to the 2018 Halloween movie, Halloween Kills finds Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) once again on the run from the killer known as Michael Myers. And once again, her daughter (Judy Greer) and granddaughter (Andi Matichak) are fighting for their lives by her side.
It’s been a long time since Curtis first appeared in the 1978 John Carpenter slasher known as Halloween, but the franchise has found a way to keep audiences coming back. This time, however, you won’t even need to leave your house to watch Laurie and Michael face off. Here’s what you need to know about how to watch Halloween Kills on Peacock, including the Halloween Kills Peacock release time.
HOW TO WATCH HALLOWEEN KILLS ON PEACOCK:
You can stream Halloween Kills on Peacock Premium beginning on Friday, October 15. You can sign up for Peacock Premium to watch Halloween Kills with ads for $4.99 a month, or you can sign up for Peacock Premium Plus to watch Halloween Kills without ads for $9.99 a month. Both tiers will give you access to the movie. However, you will not be able to watch Halloween Kills on the free version of Peacock.
While there used to be a 7-day free trial for Peacock Premium, unfortunately, it seems the streamer has ended its free trial service ahead of the Halloween Kills release. So you’ll either need to cough up the cash or get a login from a friend.
WHEN WILL HALLOWEEN KILLS BE ON PEACOCK? HALLOWEEN KILLS PEACOCK RELEASE DATE:
Halloween Kills will begin streaming on Peacock Premium the same day it opens in theaters: Friday, October 15.
WHAT TIME WILL HALLOWEEN KILLS BE ON PEACOCK? HALLOWEEN KILLS PEACOCK RELEASE TIME:
According to a Universal rep, Halloween Kills will be available to stream on Peacock Premium at 12 a.m. ET on October 15, or 9 p.m. PT on October 14. That means if you’re on the west coast, you’ll be able to watch Halloween Kills as early as Thursday night on October 14.
IS THERE A HALLOWEEN KILLS TRAILER?
Well, of course! You can watch the Halloween Kills trailer right here at Decider. Just scroll up and unmute the video at the top of this page. And watch out for the boogeyman.


WeChat Announcements 2018 - Exciting Opportunities For Your Business
2018 has started with exciting announcements from WeChat. The popular app, at the moment, has an active daily user count of over 900m and it has firmly determined to continue expanding its user base. The new features and functionalities that keep on being added are transforming WeChat into an essential tool for every user and an invaluable marketing resource for companies who want to expand their business.
It is not by chance that major Western brands like Burberry, Montblanc, British Airways, Clinique, Coach and many other are running marketing campaigns on WeChat in China. Thanks to the role that the app is assuming in its users’ life every passing year, WeChat has become an incredible opportunity for companies to communicate with their clients. WeChat is not simply an advertising tool, but it is an effective way to interact and keep in touch with each customer directly.
This is the reason why WeChat is becoming the focus for the most innovative web agencies that are using the application to promote their clients’ business.
During the last WeChat Annual Conference in Guangzhou, Allen Zhang the creator of the app, announced new updates and developments that will become effective in 2018. Let’s take a look at what these major changes are and how they will make
WeChat an even more effective marketing tool.
WeChat Will Continue To Focus On Mini Program With Special Focus On Games
During last year, Mini Programs saw a rise in popularity as users became more accustomed to using them, and discovered more of the practicalities they offered. By the end of 2017, WeChat had introduced the Mini Program platform for games and that has created a significant increase in users.
Alle Zhang confirmed that the results achieved by Mini Program since its inception have given WeChat confidence to keep pushing this feature with a special focus on publishing more games.
This comes as a good news for web agencies and online businesses who are willing both to expand their customer base and offer their clients a better brand experience. The good thing about WeChat Mini Programs is that they are powerful, not only for e-commerce websites and games, but they can be used with good results in every industry.
The power of Mini Program is summed up by a famous quote from Allen Zhang who said about it: “use it and leave, then come back again.” Users can access Mini Program without downloading an app which makes using it easy and fast. Thanks to this simplicity user can quickly get added value and are prone to come back at any time.
Major web agencies are already developing and implementing WeChat Mini Programs for many clients and are seeing great marketing results. For instance, QPSoftware has developed games on WeChat to engage customers and this has resulted in a major avenue to enhance their customers' loyalty.
Currently, the number of published Mini Programs is 580,000 with 170 million daily active users but we can expect to see this figures increase significantly in the following years.
Search Feature Optimization
The search feature has been launched in May 2017 but with little results. The major problem experienced with this integration is the poor quality of its search results and this has discouraged users from using it. In fact, at the moment the results returned are not relevant and it is not clear what counts towards a good ranking in the search feature.
WeChat, however, is determined not to abandon this solution but they have announced that the search feature will be improved and optimized. One of the goals of the optimization is to enable WeChat search to directly display results via WeChat Mini Program integration.
Once the search feature is optimized and the WeChat team has defined the SEO rules to rank in the results, it will offer a great opportunity for companies to expand their visibility. Especially the companies who invest in integrating Mini Program into their business model because they will receive special advantages from the optimized search feature.
A New WeChat App For Official Accounts
During the conference it was announced that the WeChat team has been working for a while on this project and in the course of 2018 they are going to be ready to launch a separate App dedicated to official Accounts (OA.)
There are two main objectives of this new App:
- Help operators to manage their official accounts
- Provide readers with easier access to content
It is quite uncertain what will be the result of this move. First of all, the creation of a separate app might clash with the well known WeChat policy of having as many functions as possible within a single app. Moreover, in 2014 Facebook experimented a similar solution called “Paper” that was then discontinued in July 2016.
We just need to wait and see if the WeChat approach to this new app will be more fortunate.
Mobile Version Of The Official Account Backend
This one has been a most welcomed announcement by many Official Account possessors. As of right now, Official Accounts cannot be managed from mobile devices.
Operators can access their official account and check the data but there is no option to publish new content. To accomplish this from mobile, many operators resorted to using 3rd party platforms created for just this purpose, but due to technical issues related to QR code scan login, the experience has always been pretty poor and frustrating.
Therefore, WeChat has finally listened to the pressing requests of its customers and has announced the launch of the mobile version of the official account backend. Operators will be able to manage their official accounts from a mobile device making their life much easier.
More Recognition For The Authors
This announcement goes along with the previous announcement about having a separated app for Official Accounts and a mobile backend for them.
From now on WeChat will give more visibility to authors. The intent is to motivate them to create more high-quality content. The Official Accounts App has been designed to give priority to content from independent authors while the mobile backend will allow them to create and upload new articles on the go.
Besides that, authors can have a dedicated page where they can display all their work and they can even write for several Official Accounts at the same time.
This new direction taken by WeChat represents a great opportunity for a web agencies marketing team. Whoever is willing and has the means to invest in good writers and high-quality content will gain more exposure than their competitors.
New WeChat For Work Feature
This is an interesting update that will not fail to have a huge impact on the marketing strategies of many companies.
Many large and small corporations are already using the WeChat for Work application to handle internal communications. However, as announced by Allen Zhang, WeChat is now planning to add a new feature that will enable employees to communicate with people outside the company including customers and partners. Why is this feature an important one?
We all know that WeChat is becoming a major marketing tool that allows companies to advertise and keep in touch with their customer base. Besides the official use of WeChat by the company, many salespeople use WeChat to communicate with clients through their personal accounts.
This new feature of the WeChat for Work application will consent to manage all these external communications from within the company account. As a result, salespeople will continue to keep in touch with clients as they are doing now but the company will be able to collect precious data about this communication that will prove invaluable to plan more effective marketing strategies.
WeChat Will Resume The Tip Feature On iOS Devices
At the end, WeChat and Apple have been able to make a deal on the Tip feature on iOS devices.
Tip is the feature you often see at the end of articles that allow the user to send a sum of money to the author as a tip or contribution for his work. Previously, WeChat removed this feature following a battle with Apple who requested a 30% commission for every tip given.
The WeChat decision to remove this feature resulted in a hassle for many authors because they were forced to resort to a QR code system in order to receive money from their readers, a less effective way to generate revenues.
Soon, WeChat will resume the feature since they were able to work out a deal with Apple. Once the Tip feature is implemented back in, users will have the option to tip either WeChat Official Accounts or directly to the article’s author.
WeChat Denied Newsfeed For Subscription Accounts
Before the WeChat Conference, rumors were going around that WeChat was about to implement a newsfeed feature for subscription accounts similar to the one used by Facebook.
Allen Zhang has been straightforward on this point. He stressed, once again, that WeChat is a decentralized system where the user has total control over the content he wants to see. He reinforced that WeChat will never decide which content to feature for different customers and push it to them. His statements made it clear that WeChat will not have a Facebook-like newsfeed feature.
The announcements made at the WeChat Annual Conference in Guangzhou have been exciting. They foretell interesting changes for WeChat in 2018 and in the years to come. Once again, it is clear that the app has become a very powerful tool that people cannot do without.
In this regard, WeChat offers huge opportunities for businesses to promote their products and services, to create a stronger connection with their customers, and promote brand awareness.
Here at QPSoftware, a leading web design agency in Shanghai, we are already developing WeChat and WeChat Mini Program solutions for small and large corporations. The marketing results we are achieving from WeChat campaigns are outstandingly impressive and are often beyond our own expectations. This has given us the confidence to keep investing in WeChat development to offer our customers an unmatched advantage in reaching their audience.
If you want to experience what WeChat can do for your business, contact us today and we will find the best WeChat solution for you.


Safe Small Towns
What makes a location safe? Job opportunities, natural features, and self-promotion can play a huge part. We are probably all concerned about the crime rates where we live, whether it’s a small town or a big city. And if we’re talking about the US, there are many cities with a high risk of violent attacks. According to the latest statistics by the FBI, violent crime in our country went up last year.
But, there ARE still a few places in the United States that boast surprisingly meager crime rates. These diverse small towns and cities have done an excellent job controlling their criminal element, allowing their residents to leave their belongings in their cars without worry and be able to walk alone at night. So, let’s look at 11 of the safest small towns and cities in the US.
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The Big List of Nintendo Switch Games: Nintendo Switch Presentation Update
Nintendo Switch Presentation: Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Special Edition and Master Edition revealed
343 Industries is working on "super secret future stuff" related to Halo
Here's a 14-second teaser trailer for Gun Media's Friday the 13th: The Game
New Releases: Oculus Rift, MLB The Show 16, Resident Evil 6, More
Gabe Newell’s Reddit AMA: Valve is working on multiple single-player games and a new game in Half-Life/Portal universe
Hitman’s “101” trailer gives players an overview of the game ahead of First Season retail release
Daily Scoop: January 17, 2017 – So many t-shirts!
NIS America will release Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls for PS4 on June 27
Deep End Games announces that Perception is also in development for PS4
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Sam Barlow’s Her Story won the “Seumas McNally Grand Prize” at the 2016 Independent Games Festival Awards last night. The game, which resurrected full motion video storytelling to tease out its central mystery, was also the recipient of the “Excellence In Narrative” trophy.
It was a great night for independent gaming as several other games were also honored at this year’s IGF Awards. The spooky Oxenfree won “Excellence In Visual Art,” the ultra-tense Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes won “Excellence in Design,” and the hypnotic and soothing sounds of Mini Metro won “Excellence In Audio.” “The Nuovo Award,” which recognizes “abstract and unconventional games,” was awarded to Cibele for its look at online relationships. And the “Best Student Game” of the year was Jenny Jiao Hsia and Alec Thomson’s Beglitched.
Finally, the “ID@Xbox Rising Star Award” was given to Girls Make Games for The Hole Story and Undertale, developed by Toby Fox, won the “Audience Award.”
Congratulations to everyone who was a winner last night at the 2016 Independent Games Festival Awards. The complete list of winners, in handy list format, can be found after the break. And don’t forget, if you’re in San Francisco for the Game Developers Conference, every nominee from this year’s contest is available to try out at the IGF Pavilion. (more…)
The Independent Games Festival has announced the nominees for their 18th annual awards, and two very different games lead the pack as Mini Metro, a tranquil public transportation sim, and Her Story, a detective story that uses 90s-era full motion video, will both be competing for the “Seumas McNally Grand Prize.”
The minimalist Mini Metro collected three other nominations including “Excellence In Visual Art,” “Excellence In Design,” and “Excellence In Audio.” Meanwhile, Her Story also racked up three additional nominations including “Excellence In Narrative,” “Excellence In Design,” and the “Nuovo Award.” Both games will be competing for the “Grand Prize” against Darkest Dungeon, Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, Superhot, and Undertale.
The 2016 Independent Games Festival Awards will be held on Wednesday, March 16, during this year’s Game Developers Conference. If you aren’t going to be in San Francisco to attend the show in person, you can watch the festivities live through Twitch. However, if you are attending GDC 2016, all of this year’s finalists will be playable on the show floor at the IGF Pavilion.
A complete list of the nominees and honorable mentions for the 2016 Independent Games Festival Awards can be found after the break. (more…)

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Samsung Launches Galaxy Grand 2 With LTE-A Support
Samsung has just launched a modified version of the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 handset with LTE-A networks for its home region of South Korea. The smartphone was launched back in November last year with a 5.25 inch 720p display and a quad core processor. This variant also packs double the storage at 16GB instead of 8GB as on the standard variant.
Given that LTE-A networks are only available in South Korea at the moment, we might not see this particular model of the handset venture its way out of the region. The smartphone is priced at 517,000 Korean Won which isn’t a lot for a midrange device of this caliber. Since these networks require a specific chipset to be installed inside, manufacturers in Korea are increasingly launching separate variants with support for these networks.
Samsung’s Galaxy S5 is reportedly launching with an LTE-A chip by default, which is good news. However, given the slow adoption of this network, the news might not affect a lot of customers across the world. American carrier AT&T recently brought support for these bands in Chicago, although it isn’t fully usable yet due to lack of compatible devices. But we should see more markets across the world get support for LTE-A in the coming months.


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Cost of living in Basel, Switzerland compared to Zaria, Nigeria
WARNING! This comparison is based on only a few data points. At this point it is only a guess. It is based on 309 prices entered by 29 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 24, 2018. Exchange rate: 376.939 NGN / CHF
Do you live in Zaria? We need your help!
Cost of living in Basel (Switzerland) is 72% more expensive than in Zaria (Nigeria)
For example, you would need at least 4,862,120 ₦ (CHF 12,899) in Basel to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with 2,830,000 ₦ in Zaria.
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- Internet connection 300 mbps, 1 month in Vienna costs €100 (29 minutes ago)

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CHI Franciscan names chief medical officer
CHI Franciscan announced Anderson as its new chief medical officer Monday. He was named to the position in an interim capacity in February.
Anderson will oversee medical operations, medical staff services, regulatory compliance and quality of care for all eight CHI Franciscan hospitals, including Harrison.
“With Dr. Anderson’s guidance, we will continue to elevate physician leadership within our system to position us to set the standard for quality care, patient safety, and patient outcomes,” CHI Franciscan CEO Ketul J. Patel said in an announcement.
Anderson received his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, and his master’s in health administration from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
He previously served as medical officer to the Marine Corps and medical inspector general for the Navy.

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Roberts: NAU shooting hits home
It was just a matter of time before yet another shooting on yet another college campus.
A matter of hardly any time.
This time, it's one of our schools: Northern Arizona University.
Maybe you went there, or one of your kids does.
This murder occurred right in front of the dorm my son lived in during his first year at NAU. Police say an early morning confrontation between two "student groups" prompted an 18-year-old freshman to pull out his pistol and start firing. When he was done, one student was dead and three others injured.
What a tragedy. What a waste. What a godsend that the carnage was limited.
I'd say this shooting will lead us to ask some questions.
Like, how gun-free are our campuses, really? Like, what more could we have done to keep a gun out of the shooter's hands?
Like, are we doing everything we can to keep our kids -- the ones we send off to college in pursuit of a future -- safe?
But we won't ask any questions, here in the state with some of the loosest gun laws in the land.
If anything, this tragedy will result in a call to arm up the student body.
Because wouldn't that have helped in the early hours outside Mountain View Hall?
Instead, our politicians make the usual calls for thoughts and prayers, thoughts and prayers.
Until next time, when we will think again and pray some more and once again, not dare to ask any questions.


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The Co-operators now a member of Block Parent Program
The Co-operators office in Mitchell is now a Block Parent Program of Canada location. The 45-year-old program recently expanded to businesses to give people in need more places to go. Pictured here is associate financial advisor Michelle Foster.
Many of us are used to seeing the red and white Block Parent signs in residential communities.
Since 1968, homes with a Block Parent sign have given children a safe place to go when in trouble.
Now, 45 years later, these signs are starting to pop up in business windows. The Co-operators has been the only national corporate sponsor of the Block Parent Program of Canada since 2001. The Mitchell branch recently became the first West Perth business to join the program, said Michelle Foster, associate financial advisor.
“Demographics have changed so much over the last 20 years, there is not always a parent at home,” said Co-operators owner Lisa Suffern of why Block Parent expanded its program to include businesses.
“It is the shifting world we live in – we just have to find other resources,” she said.
Suffern added that children are not the only age group that may need aid from Block Parent services – elderly persons suffering from dementia or other debilitating health issues can also find assistance at a Block Parent home or business.
“This is a safe place for anyone to come if they are in trouble or being bullied. We are here if you need help right away,” said Foster.
All Co-operators staff have been trained with Block Parent protocols and have been cleared with the mandatory police background checks. The Block Parent program has worked closely with local police detachments since its inception.
“I think it is a great program. It takes a lot of commitment to take it on,” said Perth County OPP media relations officer Kees Wijnands.
Suffern said, “Sometimes we forget about the vulnerable in our society and that they don’t always have a place to go if they are in distress. It’s important to give back to the community and provide safeguards.”
The Mitchell Co-operators insurance and financial services branch is located at 98 Ontario Road in Mitchell. Hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- with files from the Listowel Banner

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Do Glocks have a security? This short article explains what these guns need to use in regards to safety. While they wear ‘t have an external security like a manual security, they do have internal ones. These consist of a two-stage trigger and a shooting pin security. How Much Does A Loaded Glock 43 Weight.
Glocks have a security function
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Glock pistols put on ‘t come with the standard security functions that many handguns have. Instead, they have an unique safety gadget developed into the manage and set off that avoids the gun from firing if the weapon ‘s trigger security is depressed. This gadget is called the SAFE ACTION(r) System, and it works in a variety of temperature levels, from -40 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit.
Worldwide of literature and movies, Glock pistols are often utilized as a weapon of option. While they don ‘t have an external security system, they do have a security lever that the shooter utilizes to engage a manual safety lever. The safety lever is among the oldest active safety systems discovered in guns. In the Glock pistol, however, it is utilized in conjunction with the internal mechanical safety system to prevent non-trigger-pull discharge.
Firearm safeties can be found in a number of types, including passive, automatic, and bypassable. The trigger safety avoids the gun from firing when the trigger is launched inadvertently, while the shooting pin security avoids the shooting pin from striking the cartridge. The trigger security is quickly available and works in combination with the shooting pin safety.
Glock pistols are extremely customizable, and gun owners have the option to switch out sights and triggers. If you ‘re considering a Glock handgun, make sure you have an armorer or gunsmith install it before attempting to customize it. How Much Does A Loaded Glock 43 Weight.
The firing pin security prevents the piston from shooting when dropped or tossed. When the security is engaged, the trigger needs to be depressed together with the security.
Another safety feature is the decocker. When unloaded, it keeps the hammer in the down position while the weapon is filled and returns to its initial position. The decocker is a crucial safety function for the Glock firearm, however it ‘s not discovered on all designs. Because of its design, this exemption is. Without this security feature, the firearm would not operate effectively.
They have internal safeties but no external or manual safety
The first thing you need to understand about Glocks is how they are designed. Unlike other pistols and revolvers, Glocks do not have handbook or external safetyties. This means you ‘re not needed to push the trigger to stop the gun from firing, which is a major benefit.
While handbook safety is an excellent function, it is inadequate to safeguard you from an accidental discharge. You still need to understand how to use the gun properly and not drop it unintentionally. The natural instinct is to reach out to choose it up when you drop a weapon.
One of them is the Glock, which has internal safetyties but no manual or external safety. That does not make the Glock a hazardous firearm.
Glocks are designed with three passive safetyties, including the trigger safety. In the occasion of an accidental discharge, the trigger security will immediately depress the firing pin and prevent it from shooting. How Much Does A Loaded Glock 43 Weight.
A thumb security was developed into the frame of the Glock MHS submission, but the Glock 19X did not have one when it was released to the civilian market. As far as manual securities on Glocks, they are exceptionally uncommon. Nevertheless, in Taiwan, Chen Lee has photographed a cross bolt style safe on a Glock. Now he resides in Thailand.
The security on Glocks is not offered on Poly 80 or Lone Wolf clones, and is just present on the Gen-5 design. This safety is readily available only on Glocks that are black. Those made from other brands have manual safety. It ‘s the only way to ensure your safety and avoid unexpected discharges.
They have a two-stage trigger
The two-stage safety on Glocks is an important function for several reasons. Whether you ‘re shooting at the range or in a competition, accidental discharges and striking the wrong target can be dreadful.
Unlike other handguns with single-stage security, Glocks have a two-stage security on the trigger. And unlike numerous other handguns with single-stage triggers, the G17 trigger feels like it ‘s been updated, with just a security plunger polish and a smooth pull to the wall.
Single-stage triggers are the most common in military weapons, including AR-style rifles. They have really low travel and tidy breaks across thousands of cycles. Single-stage triggers are generally more reputable than two-stage ones. They ‘ll normally be heavier in the very first stage and lighter in the 2nd.
While handguns with double trigger security are a good choice for preventing accidental firings, a double trigger on a Glock is much more beneficial. The two-stage safety prevents accidental shootings by avoiding the weapon from releasing the firing pin if neither trigger is depressed.
The locking block pin was introduced in the third generation. The locking block pin lies above the trigger pin. Many internal parts were also modified, although inconspicuously. In addition to the locking block pin, the slide likewise includes front serrations, which can offer extra tactile traction surface area. The magazine was likewise redesigned for fifth-generation designs. They have a front-protruding lip on the magazine flooring plate, and the publication follower was made orange for simpler recognition.
They have a firing pin security
If it is not drawn, glocks have a firing pin safety that keeps the pistol from mistakenly shooting. There are 3 security mechanisms on a Glock – the trigger security, the shooting pin security, and the drop safety. Each security system is very important and ought to be utilized in tandem.
Glock pistols are developed in a different way than other guns. They do not have an external security due to the fact that of this. In order to fire a round, the shooting pin must strike the primer. This will ignite the guide and trigger the round to take a trip through the chamber and out the muzzle. A shooting pin security is developed to avoid the shooting pin from accidentally striking the primer, and prevent it from moving on.
The firing pin security on a Glock handgun acts as a lever and avoids the trigger from being pulled back. To remove the safety, you need to push the safety lever up at the exact same time as pulling the trigger.
A drop security on a Glock gun engages part of the shooting pin at the back. When you shoot, the drop safety locks the firing pin into location. It then returns to completely cock the pin and releases the trigger. The firing pin will not have adequate force to spark the guide if you put on ‘t shoot, so you should eliminate the shooting pin safety or get rid of the drop safety in order to fire the weapon.
The shooting pin security is a mechanical device inside the gun that avoids the shooting pin from moving on and getting in touch with the guide. This safety is connected to the trigger bar. When the trigger is pulled, the trigger bar pushes the pin safety out. This makes sure that the gun does not fire without activating the trigger.
How Much Does A Loaded Glock 43 Weight
In addition to firing pin security, Glocks also have a threaded barrel. The standard Glock does not have this function, aftermarket threaded barrels are readily available. Additionally, Glocks are waterproof. They can be fired in water, however keep in mind that saltwater can cause rust to the shooting pin.
Rather, they have an unique safety device developed into the deal with and set off that avoids the gun from shooting if the gun ‘s trigger security is depressed. While they don ‘t have an external safety mechanism, they do have a security lever that the shooter uses to engage a manual safety lever. The trigger safety avoids the weapon from firing when the trigger is released accidentally, while the shooting pin safety avoids the shooting pin from striking the cartridge. There are three security systems on a Glock – the trigger security, the firing pin security, and the drop security. The shooting pin will not have adequate force to spark the primer if you wear ‘t pull the trigger, so you must remove the shooting pin security or eliminate the drop safety in order to fire the gun. How Much Does A Loaded Glock 43 Weight.


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THIEVES AND ROBBERS
Although there isn't much difference between a thief and a robber in most minds, there was a considerable difference between the two under ancient Near Eastern law. A thief (ganab) was usually a local person who stole from his neighbor. He was dealt with judicially. He was tried and punished civilly, most often by a court composed of his fellow townspeople. A robber, on the other hand, was an outsider, a brigand or highwayman. He was dealt with militarily. These outlaws could be executed summarily.
The legal distinction between theft and robbery, especially under the laws of ancient Israel, have been analyzed thoroughly by Bernard S. Jackson, Professor of Law at the University of Kent-Canterbury and editor of the Jewish Law Annual. He shows, for example, how robbers usually acted in organized groups rivaling local governments and attacking towns, how they swore oaths and extorted ransom, a menace worse than outright war. Thieves, however, were a much less serious threat to society.
In "Theft and Robbery in the Book of Mormon and in Ancient Near Eastern Law," John W. Welch shows in detail how this ancient legal and linguistic distinction is meticulously observed in the Book of Mormon. This explains how Laban could call the sons of Lehi "robbers" and threaten to execute them on the spot with a trial, for that is how a military officer like Laban no doubt would have dealt with a robber. It explains why the Lamanites are always said to "rob" from the Nephites but not from their own brethren—that would be "theft," not "robbery." It also explains the rise and fearful menace of the Gadianton society, who are always called "robbers" in the Book of Mormon, never "thieves."
Other significant details also emerge. It is probably no coincidence that the Hebrew word for "band" or "bandits" is gedud, and the most famous Book of Mormon robbers were known as Gadianton's "band." Like gedud, the name Gadianton was spelled with two "d"s, Gaddianton, in the original manuscript of the Book of Mormon.
The importance of the presence of this ancient legal tradition in the Book of Mormon is enhanced by two further factors. First, Anglo-American common law would have provided Joseph Smith with quite a different understanding, inconsistent in many ways with usages found in the Book of Mormon. Second, if Joseph Smith had relied on his King James Bibles for such a distinction, he would have stumbled into error, for that tradition renders "thief" and "robber" indiscriminately. For example, the same phrase is translated inconsistently as "den of robbers" and "den of thieves" in Jer. 7:11 and Matt 21:13. The same word (lestai) is translated sometimes as "thieves" (Matt 27:38), other times as "robber" (John 18:40). But there is a difference between thieves and robbers which translators should not neglect.

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Find the perfect spot for your beach blanket as you follow Trish to spectacular sun-splashed locations the crowds have yet to discover. With this guide, travel planning Florida's Gold Coast is a breeze.
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Author Trish Riley has scoured the area for legendary chefs and local harvests, historic downtown districts, cozy inns, and sizzling beaches. Whether you enjoy camping out or savoring fine linen sheets, bird-watching or deep-sea fishing, here you will find the most up-to-date advice to make your trip unforgettable.
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Incarcerated pregnant women are shackled in Tennessee. That needs to stop. | Opinion
The use of restraints on pregnant women not only violates standards of care, it’s a human rights violation and should be prohibited statewide.
- Briana Perry and Anna Carella are co-directors of Healthy and Free Tennessee.
All pregnant people deserve the freedom to make their own health care decisions, regardless of age, race, income, and immigration or incarcerated status.
At Healthy and Free Tennessee, we know that supporting “family values” means supporting policies that ensure all people have access to the full range of reproductive care - including abortion, birth control, and prenatal and postpartum care - with the dignity and respect we all deserve.
When it comes to reproductive care for incarcerated people, Tennessee is behind the curve.
That’s why we’re supporting a bill sponsored by Memphis Democrats Sen. Raumesh Akbari and House Minority Leader Karen Camper that stops the practice of shackling incarcerated pregnant women. The bill specifically prohibits the use of restraints during active labor, while in transport to a medical facility, and during active delivery and postpartum.
Twenty states have adopted anti-shackling legislation
Additionally, the bill includes regular prenatal and postpartum medical care, with appropriate nutritional supplements and nutritionally appropriate meals, and access to breast pumps for six months after birth. It would enable breastfeeding during visits and prohibit solitary confinement for those who have given birth within eight weeks.
Twenty states have adopted similar anti-shackling legislation, including Southern states Florida, Louisiana and Texas. Oklahoma is the most recent Southern state to pass anti-shackling legislation in May, and, in December, Congress passed a ban on the shackling of pregnant women in federal facilities in the bipartisan First Step Act.
Anti-shackling laws are critical. For years, medical associations such as the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have said that the shackling of pregnant women is degrading, unnecessary and poses a risk to the health of the mother and baby.
Shackling limits the ability to move into different positions during labor, leaving the pregnant person in a rigid (and locked) position during contractions. The restraints also cause injuries around the arms, legs and abdomen. Postpartum, restraints can hinder the mother from bonding with the baby, particularly in breastfeeding. Beyond medical concerns, shackling also violates the Eighth Amendment’s banning of cruel and unusual punishment.
Use of restraints on pregnant women is a human rights abuse
In 2008, a shackling case in Nashville garnered national attention. While driving home from a prenatal visit during her third trimester, Juana Villegas was pulled over by Nashville police. Because she was an undocumented immigrant without a driver’s license, she was arrested and taken to the women’s detention center.
Two days later, while still incarcerated, she went into labor. The sheriff’s deputies responded by handcuffing her, shackling her ankles with leg irons, and putting her on a stretcher to be transported to Nashville General Hospital. Villegas underwent active labor while her right arm and left leg were shackled to the hospital bed.
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office has since adopted a "no shackling" policy except in cases that are deemed a safety risk. But there is no state law that requires all Tennessee correctional facilities to do so.
Healthy and Free Tennessee is committed to ensuring that incarcerated pregnant women have access to the full range of healthcare options. The use of restraints not only violates standards of care, it’s a human rights violation and should be prohibited statewide.
We envision a world where all Tennesseans are empowered with the resources they need to raise healthy, vibrant families. This legislation moves us closer to that vision of reproductive health care with dignity, respect, and support for all pregnant people.
Briana Perry and Anna Carella are co-directors of Healthy and Free Tennessee.


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In this series of articles, we are going over the top mistakes business owners make when considering selling their business (make sure to read Part 1 and Part 2 if you haven’t done so). Whether you are seeking to generate finances for another business venture or are simply looking forward to retire, you should plan the sale of your business very carefully. It is true that a good company almost always sells; however, there are certain mistakes that can reduce your chances of landing a lucrative deal, or result in not being able to sell the business at all.
These mistakes should be addressed well before beginning the process to sell the business. The third deadliest mistake a business owner could make when selling their business is being unrealistic about its value. Surprisingly, not many businesses have current and accurate business value estimations. This can be especially problematic when you are trying to sell your company and have to ascertain a reasonable selling price. Some business owners may even ask for less than what their business is worth.
The Trap Of Overvaluing Your Business
Many owners grossly overestimate the true value of their business and set a steep asking price. This is the very mistake we are exploring in this issue. We jokingly like to call this mistake “The Emperor Has No Clothes!” Pretending your business is worth a certain amount and expecting the prospective buyers to go along with it is rather naïve.
Your asking price determines the fate of your business sale. Asking for way more than what your business is really worth could be the kiss of death for your hopes of a successful exit. A business owner may have a number in mind that they think they need to net, but this fixation may quash the chances of a fruitful deal. The owner may become obsessed with an exaggerated value; however, most savvy buyers can tell from afar that the business is not worth what the owner is asking.
The owner’s personal opinion on the worth and valuation of the business does not count much out in the real world. The market demands quantifiable proof! This can be tricky, if you have a romantic notion of what your business deserves and how much money you should make by selling your precious company. This dissonance between false expectations and reality only causes the sales process to take longer than necessary, that is, if it ever takes place.
How Should You Value Your Business?
When it comes to setting an asking price for your business, there of course are no limitations nor restrictions. You can go as high as you want! However, overconfidence in the selling power of your business can prove detrimental to your selling chances. If the price is too high, the market will not take you seriously and the prospective buyers are not likely to further investigate the opportunity. The process of selling your business may stop before it even starts.
We’ve seen many business owners headstrong when it comes to a certain idea around the value of their business, but this idea was unfortunately not grounded in the reality of ever actually selling to a qualified buyer. You may believe your business should sell for top-dollar. However, believing does not make it so. Be pragmatic! Wishful thinking has no place in business. You need to price your business right, attract the right buyers and get a fair and sensible deal.
Honesty is pretty much the best policy when it comes to selling a business. A little exaggeration does not hurt, does it? Well… actually, it does. At some point during the selling process, you may be tempted to inflate numbers, distort projections or even cover up problems to make your business seem more attractive. Don’t do it! Even if the embellishments land you a lucrative deal, you can expect some unwanted consequences in the future.
Misrepresentations, even unknowingly, raise red flags when prospects review actual finances of the business, and such misrepresentations can become the basis for legal action after the sale. If your main goal is to sell your business and move on, a long and hard fought legal battle does not get you quite the intended results. Legal cases do not come cheaply either. Honestly stating the worth, value, and market standing of your business before selling it can save you much hassle.
Most sellers have no intentions to mislead and misrepresent; they are simply out of touch when it comes to market reality and have unrealistic expectations. There is nothing illegal about asking a higher than normal price, however, we are not sure that this is the right strategy. Most buyers will simply move on to the next business for sale if they believe the seller has unrealistic price expectations.
How To Avoid This Deadly Mistake
You have to give buyers their due respect and credit. It is highly unlikely that a person or a company is going to buy a business without a thorough background check. Getting the necessary relevant information to estimate the value of a business is not very difficult anymore. In this “information age,” buyers are able to source all types of data within minutes. Key stats of your business could be at their fingertips. They know what your business is actually worth!
With key information in the buyer’s hands, the seller is reducing their chance of success by asking for a price that is “out of the ballpark” and then not being willing to come off that price. There is nothing wrong with being smart and focus on your business’s strong suits to land yourself the best possible deal, however, being fixated on a certain number and not showing the willingness to change your expectation and the asking price even slightly can prove to be counterproductive.
The asking price must not come from within the owner’s mind. Market is what dictates the value and consequently the asking price for any business. Many financial and operational factors ultimately determine the value of your business. Therefore, the real key is being more flexible and knowledgeable regarding the existence of market multiples for your business. Knowing what is driving down the value of your business can help you fix the issues and hopefully increase your business’s asking price.
Being rigid simply won’t cut it. It is important to realize that if you want to successfully sell your business, you will have to keep the changing economic and financial conditions in mind. Offering some incentives to sweeten up your deal is not going to hurt your chances either. In today’s tough credit markets, a seller should expect to offer some seller financing.
In order to land at an attractive valuation from the moment the business is placed on the market, the business owner should consult with qualified advisors who will guide them through the valuation and the intricacies of the entire sales process.
In the next article, we’ll explore yet another mistake business owners make when selling their business, along with some tips on how to avoid it.

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Azzariti is originally from the Puglia region of Italy.. He started out wiping tables and serving drinks at local bars and hotels after finishing his college education. He also worked as a communication assistant and social management personnel. That, however, did not last for long as he had a dream to travel the world and make money as a result. He decided to pursue it and capture the great moments he had on his camera. In the process, he noticed he was good at taking photographs, and that is when his hobby bore a career.
In 2013, he created his first Instagram account and gained a following by publishing photos of magnificent landscapes, hotels, and cities. Azzariti became better and better with time and better equipment. Many of his photos have gone viral on Instagram. He currently has a following of over 66k on Instagram alone and is working for more. Through the long journey, Azzariti has learned many things; here are a few of them that you can use to become a better photographer.
Play with the Subject’s Psychology
Everybody wants to look beautiful, not only to the outside world but also to themselves. That is where the psychological factor comes in. If you’re going to photograph people who are a portrait, a group, or an event picture, it is okay to take your time and make sure the appearance is close to if not perfect. Do more than only taking a simple photo. Anyone could do that.
Ensure that the person you are taking a photo of is in a pleasant condition. By that, it means that you make them feel good. Create a light mood, and at that moment, it must only be you and the subject. The picture should make them feel good about themselves.
Please Don’t Make the Subject Weigh the Fact That You Should Photograph It
It is essential as a photographer to put the person at ease before starting to capture the photos. Don’t start taking pictures right away; start with a light conversation to bring down any tension that might have built up before the shoot. Ask them a question, show interest in their problems, throw a joke here and there to make them loosen up. Then you can start taking the photos without any urgency or hast. Also, don’t just focus directly on the subject. That way, you will slowly get to know what is enough to be able to photograph. In case there are incredible landscapes involved, try taking photos from different points of light and time to capture things like a beautiful sunrise or sunset.
Lenses That Work for Portraits
The best lense to make a portrait is the 50, 80, and 105 mm because they allow you to converse with the person you are photographing them to make it more intimate. Also, don’t be afraid to use a 200mm lens; it works too. If you are planning on taking photographs seriously, it is advisable that you first know what you are doing and then buy what you need. It does not, however, mean that if you don’t have one of those lenses, you can’t do portraits; don’t blame the equipment.
Taking photos of someone with natural poses is not easy, it’s kind of like falling in love for a while, you have to reach that light-heartedness that makes photographers almost forget the lens, you have to make it a pleasant experience, maybe you want to do it again, because not everyone likes to get photographed, but everyone likes photos, and everyone likes to feel beautiful. Give them that, and they will keep coming back for more.


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Marine Corps Base Hawaii --
Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463’s intramural softball team, Pegasus, called in an air strike against Headquarters Battalion’s team, Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems, defeating them 18-6 at Annex Field, June 13, 2013.
The HMH-463 team dominated from the beginning of the game, taking advantage of Headquarters Bn.’s lack of what seemed like a good offensive strategy. Pegasus also deployed a strong defense and offense.
Early in the game, Pegasus kicked off the first inning loading the bases. The Headquarters Bn. pitcher walked numerous Pegasus players. By the end of the first inning, HMH-463 was ahead, 7-2.
Pegasus’ first hit of the second inning rocketed far right, resulting in a two runs. The next Pegasus player at bat hit a pop fly to left field, which was caught by Headquarters Bn., but the squadron was still able to score a run.
Michael Belmonte, shortstop for Headquarters Bn., said his team knew the score, but needed better follow through during play.
“We definitely made some good plays tonight,” Belmonte said. “We called the ball for catches more then we usually do, but we threw it away a lot as well. We threw the ball over heads instead of connecting.”
By the top of the third inning, HMH-463 held its lead, 13-3. Pegasus continued filling the bases, and scored two more runs, making it 15-3.
In the middle of the third inning, while HMH-463 was on the field, their outfielder made an epic catch after what seemed like a solid hit for Headquarters Bn. This sealed the deal for Headquarter Bn.’s next batter’s strike out, and all too soon HMH-463 was back at bat.
Pegasus scored their next three runs due to Headquarters Bn. dropping the ball. At the bottom of the fourth inning, the score was 18-3.
Looking back, Belmonte said he felt like he wasn’t hitting great.
“I felt sluggish out there,” Belmonte said. “I will be working on batting, and hopefully we will come out strong for our next game.”
Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems scored their last three runs at the very end of the game, when their offensive effort heated up but not hot enough. It was too little, too late. The game was called early, with a final score of 18-6.
Anthony Kusmierski, left center for HMH-463, said his team did well, considering their limited practices due to a busy flight schedule.
“It’s hard to get guys because of our busy lives, but we came together as a team,” Kusmierski said. “We threw the ball well and put out a good team effort. Personally, I would like to improve on batting and get ground balls instead of popping the ball up, but overall we did great. Our defense was way on.”


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Deceptively green at a glance, the rolling hills that envelop the heart of Scotland are a mix of highs and lows — the grasses a blend of greens, golds, browns, oranges dotted with purple wildflowers and white sheep. The clouds also add to this effect — a dramatic blend of whites, grays, browns constantly mixing together to diffuse light and rain over the autumn landscape, parting every so often to reveal the sun.
This rustic blend of natural colors is reflected at famed Scottish cashmere mill Todd & Duncan, where pigment specialists take inspiration from Scotland's countryside to give new life and color to the finest quality cashmere fiber — painstakingly cared for and crafted into the world's most luxurious, sought-after cashmere yarn.
Now partnering with Banana Republic, Todd & Duncan is using its 140-plus years of spinning expertise to develop luxurious cashmere yarns, using the finest quality cashmere fiber, in exclusive colors for the brand.
"They offer these color ranges that you really don't see anywhere else," says Megan Kearney, Sr. Manager of Production at Banana Republic. "They've developed a couple of color palettes for us that focus on new neutrals — aside from the typical grays, creams and oatmeals — so it really creates a full neutral color range."
Like Scotland's hills, at first glance a Banana Republic cashmere sweater spun with Todd & Duncan yarn may, deceptively, appear blue. Upon closer inspection, the cashmere encompasses a blend of blues, greens, browns, even oranges. These unique blends create rich colors with a fullness that leaps out from any wardrobe.
Craftsmanship is taken seriously at Todd & Duncan: A "junior" spinner may have been working at the mill for just 20 years, as opposed to a master spinner who will have worked with the yarn for more than 40.
Men and women working in various stages of yarn production speak of the mill as if it were an old family friend. With warm voices and a twinkle in their eyes, they can tell you about the mill's history in Scotland, its reputation for quality and the pride they take in carrying that reputation forward. Signs throughout the mill remind employees that the quality of the cashmere yarns is in their hands.
Though armed with a deep-rooted history, Todd & Duncan continues to reinvest its resources in new technologies, partnering closely with Banana Republic and others to evolve the design capabilities of cashmere and deliver luxurious yarns that customers crave.
"The cashmere is built to last here because we use the best raw material," says Bruce Cameron, who manages brand partnerships for Todd & Duncan. "We use long fiber with a consistent micron. We then take care of that through every one of the processes so we're not damaging it, and then we spin it slightly differently. We make it a very firm yarn that will get softer and softer... like a rose that is about to go into bloom."
Watch the video, above, to learn more about how Todd & Duncan crafts its cashmere yarns.


The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has launched new checkpoint screening technology equipment at Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) in the US.
With the new Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) machine in place, the airport will be able to enhance security for passengers travelling out of the area.
The machine's automated target recognition software places bright yellow boxes on a generated image of each passenger to indicate potential threats to TSA officers.
When no threat items are detected by the machine, a green screen appears that indicates the passenger is cleared to pass through the security checkpoint.
The AIT technology has been designed to safely screen passengers for both metallic and non-metallic threats, including weapons, explosives and other objects concealed under layers of clothing.
Said to be the same for all passengers, irrespective of their gender, height or weight, the images generated by the screening technology are designed to increase passenger privacy.
The technology is said to comply with all known national and international health and safety standards.


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A quote by the CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch has not only gained a lot of attention, but has also sparked a larger Internet campaign. The campaign, started by LA-based writer Greg Karber, is attempting to “rebrand” Abercrombie & Fitch by donating the company’s clothing to the homeless.
The video, which has since attracted nearly 400,000 hits, Karber encourages viewers to donate their Abercrombie & Fitch clothing to a local homeless shelter, and then share what they’re doing on social media. His goal? To make Abercrombie & Fitch “the world’s number one brand of homeless apparel.”Some commenters have criticized the campaign for objectifying and demeaning homeless people, but Karber said this was not his intention.
Why I’m Curious
I initially agreed with some of the critics, saying it objectifies homeless people, but I think that only came across in the video due to their reluctance of taking the clothing. What I’m really curious about is how this campaign was started when another writer reignited an article written in 2006 by commenting on it. There is no cause or brand behind the campaign, it is fueled by social media and people. There have already been over 7,000 uses of #FitchTheHomeless and over 4 million video views. I’m eager to see if this will ignite a change in A&F.


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We're back again with our newest challenge, which is sponsored by two fabulous businesses.
Firstly we have a generous special surprise from
and also a $10 voucher kindly donated by
Now the challenge is
Birds of a Feather
Use birds (embellishments, paper, die cuts) and/or feathers on your card.
Our special Guest Designer for this challenge is
how lovely is this sweet card!
Thankyou for joining us Lisa.
The DT girls have come up with some beautiful cards to help inspire you too.
Inge is also offering readers the pattern for her birdhouse on her blog.
Now it's your turn, HAVE FUN!


Long-Term Aging Effects on Reliability Performance of Lead-Free Solder Joints
Authors: Zhou Hai, Jiawei Zhang, Chaobo Shen, John L. Evans, Ph.D. and M. J. Bozack Company: Center for Advanced Vehicle and Extreme Environment Electronics (CAVE3) Auburn University Date Published: 10/13/2013
Abstract: Lead-free solder alloy has evolved and applied in industries for many years. The reliability is of concern for lead-free solder joints of assembled circuitry, especially those exposed to high temperature in a long period of time. In order to provide a better understanding of lead-free solder joint behavior in harsh environments, the research investigates isothermal aging of Sn-Ag-Cu (SAC) alloy in elevated temperature and studied its thermal-mechanical properties by examining the microstructure. A full experiment at matrix with varying aging temperatures and solder alloys on two finish levels (ImAg and ImSn) was considered. Also, the test samples sizes ranged from 19mm, 0.8mm pitch ball grid arrays (BGAs) to 5mm, 0.4mm pitch µBGAs. Additionally, 0.65mm MLF and 2512 resistors were tested. The test specimens all subjected to aging at temperatures leveling up from 25°C, 55°C, 85°C and 125 °C with aging over time periods of 0, 6 months, 12 months and 24 months and accelerated thermally cycled from -40°C to 125°C with 15 min dwell times at the high and low peak temperature. It was found that the thermal performance of lead-free fine-pitch packages significantly degrades up to 70% after 2 year aging at high temperature.


Despite the slow start, there are still plenty of reasons to add the Microsoft console to your collection.
Halo 5 pairs excellent multiplayer and co-op gameplay with a lackluster story that repeats the mistakes of Halo 2.
We spoke with Halo 5 Creative Director Tim Longo about Master Chief and the practical benefits of a more expansive Halo universe.
Eric and Jon recap E3 and can't agree on anything. Jon also regrets a few of his recent life decisions.


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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Madison man accused of slapping a female police officer on the buttocks has been cited for disorderly conduct.
Police say the incident happened during the city’s downtown Halloween party over the weekend.
Police spokesman Joel DeSpain says the officer was patrolling the area on bicycle Sunday about 12:30 a.m., when the 21-year-old man slapped her on the butt. DeSpain says the man also made contact with her gun.
A Capital Times report says the officer got off the bike and handcuffed the man. DeSpain says the man “apologized profusely” before getting a citation.
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In a future world where people are divided into distinct factions based on their personalities, Tris Prior is warned she is Divergent and will never fit into any one group. When she discovers a conspiracy to destroy all Divergents, she must find out what makes being Divergent so dangerous before it’s too late.
Based on the worldwide bestselling novel by Veronica Roth, DIVERGENT is directed by Neil Burger, with a screenplay by Evan Daugherty and Vanessa Taylor. DIVERGENT arrives in theaters & IMAX nationwide March 21, 2014.
Official Site: http://DivergentTheMovie.com/
How excited are you guys to see Divergent? We can't wait!

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Parts & Accessories
All you need for cycling data, all together at once! The Wahoo RPM Speed and Cadence sensors are both a sleek, wireless, and magnet-less solution. Each mounts easily to your bike and the Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ duel band technology allows you to connect and display data on both smartphone and bike computers. - Dimensions (LxWxH): 1.25" x.75" x 1" - Weight: 7 grams (without mount) - Battery: CR2032 - Battery Life: Up to 12 months - Water Rating: IPX7 (waterproof up to 5 ft) - Wireless Signal Strength: Up to 10 feet - Note: Speed Sensor is NOT compatible with spin bikes
SL Range Extender Cable 285mm MTB
Charge your Specialized Turbo battery with this high output, custom Li-ion charger. • Custom Specialized Li-ion battery charger • Output: 42V4A • Compact design while delivering huge power • With Rosenberger plug and light indication of the charging status
- Di2 internal battery, fits all e-Tube Di2 groups - Capacity: 500 mAH (± 2000km) - Use with EW-WU101 or SC-MT800 interfaces/junction to gain BlueTooth Smart wireless connectivity for on-the-fly adjustments with smartphones and tablets - Requires SM-BCR2 charger
SRAM eTap Battery is the power source for the eTap system. The same power unit is interchangeable between front and rear derailleurs. - Up to 1000 kilometers of riding per charge - Weight: 24g - Finish: Black - Compatibility: SRAM RED eTap
K-EDGE’s legendary CNC machined aluminum quality and strength for the price conscious cyclist. Pro positioning of your computer, out-front and flush with the top of the handlebar. - CNC Machined 6061-T6 Aluminum Platform, Injection Molded Copolymer Interface - Compatible: Garmin EDGE 820, 520, 510, 500, 25 and 20. - Replaceable Garmin Insert with K-EDGE “Definitive Click” locking system - Fits 31.8MM Handlebars - NOT combo compatible - Weight: 48g - Anodized Color- Black
A lightweight and highly adjustable mount for positioning any Garmin computer on aero bars. The pivoting two piece design offers multiple mounting positions based on aero bars, hydration systems and rider preference. - For 22.2mm diameter aero bar extensions - Compatible with all Garmin EDGE computers - Highly adjustable for multitude of mounting positions - Replaceable Garmin Insert with K-EDGE “Definitive Click” locking system - GoPro Interface Compatible - Weight: 29g - Anodized Colors: Black, Red, Blue - Made in Boise, Idaho, USA - Lifetime Guarantee against material or manufacture defects. Damages due to abuse or crashing excluded
Stay aware of approaching cars with Varia RTL515 rearview radar. It pairs with your Edge bike computer or compatible smartphone to alert you of vehicles approaching from behind up to 153 yards (140 meters) away. When used with your compatible smartphone, the Varia app uses bold graphics — plus tone and vibration alerts — to indicate the position and speed of approaching vehicles. MAXIMUM AWARENESS - Varia RTL515 rearview radar provides visual and audible alerts for vehicles approaching from behind up to 153 yards (140 meters) away. MULTIPLE PAIRING OPTIONS - This radar works seamlessly with your Edge bike computer or compatible smartphone as well as select Garmin wearables or the optional radar display unit. WORKS WITH THE VARIA APP - This smartphone app helps you increase your awareness by providing graphics — plus tone and vibration alerts — that indicate the position and speed of approaching cars. THIRD-PARTY APP COMPATIBLE - When used with a compatible smartphone, Varia radar integrates with your favorite apps, such as Ride with GPS to overlay your maps with rearview radar alerts. SUPERIOR VISIBILITY - Alert motorists to your presence as soon as possible with daylight visibility up to 1 mile. COMPACT DESIGN - Easily mount this sleek, compact device on the seatpost of almost any road-use bicycle. The vertical design allows for better leg clearance and a perfectly comfortable ride. PELOTON MODE - Varia RTL515 features multiple modes, including peloton mode, which provides a low-intensity flash that is kind to other cyclists’ eyes when riding in a group. BATTERY LIFE - Time spent charging is not as good as time spent riding. Get up to 16 hours of battery life in day flash mode and up to 6 hours in solid mode. Physical Specifications - Dimensions: 3.9” x 0.8” x 1.6" (98.6 x 19.7 x 39.6 mm) - Weight: 2.5 oz (71.0 g) - Modes: solid, peloton, night flash, day flash - Lumens: 20 solid, 8 peloton, 29 night flash, 65 day flash - Battery life: 6 hours solid, 8 hours peloton, 6 hours night flash, 16 hours day flash - ANT+: Yes - BLE: Yes - Water rating: IPX7 - Viewing angle: 220° In the box: - Varia RTL515 - Mounting Kit - Cables - Documentation
OEM CR2032 3V Lithium Battery used in most CatEye cycle computers.
Handlebar and Stem Bracket Band and Bracket for your Strada Wireless, Strada Double Wireless, Urban Wireless, Micro Wireless, Commuter, and Adventure. The FlexTight Kit Wireless system is the full kit for your CatEye wireless computer mounting needs.
The Wahoo RPM cadence sensor is your sleek little solution for measuring cycling cadence data. It is wireless, magnet-less, lightweight, and easily mounts to your bike's crank arm or to your shoe. Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ dual band technology allows you to connect to and display data on both smartphones and GPS bike computers. Collecting cadence data has never been this easy. - Both ANT+ and Bluetooth Smart capabilities allow for a wireless connection to both smartphones and bike computers. - No tangled wires on your bike to connect the sensor to your device. - It only weighs 7 grams! - Provides accurate cadence data during your ride - (1) mount with double sided 3M tape, or (2) use the silicone sleeve and mount with zip ties. - The RPM can be worn on your shoe for spin classes or use with multiple bikes - Two LED lights show the sensor's device connection (blue) and cadence detection (red) - No charging required! Operates on a coin cell battery for up to 1 years. - RPM cadence sensor will fit with most bikes and frame sizes
The Wahoo RPM speed sensor is the sleek, magnet-less solution for capturing cycling speed data. It easily mounts to your bike's front wheel hub, and the Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ dual band technology allow you to connect to and display data on both smartphones and bike computers. Tracking speed data has never been this easy. - Both ANT+ and Bluetooth Smart capabilities allow for a wireless connection to both smartphones and bike computers. - No tangled wires on your bike to connect the sensor to your device. - The RPM speed installs easily with no magnets required - It only weighs 16.5 grams with the mount included - Provides accurate speed data during your ride - Mounts on most front wheel hub with a secure silicone casing - Two LED lights show the sensor's device connection (blue) and speed detection (red) - No charging required! Operates on a coin cell battery for up to 1 years. - RPM Speed will fit with most bikes and frame sizes
Gain more room or find the perfect position for lights, computers, music players, GPS, or whatever, with the Topeak BarXtender. Attaches securely to the handlebars or stem and adjusts for optimum position. - Clamp: Fits 22-38 mm tubes (shims included) - Crossbar: Device mount bar 25.4 mm - Material: Engineering Grade Plastic and Steel - Mount: Handlebar, Handlebar Stem - Size (L x W x H): 18 x 3 x 3 cm, 7.1” x 1.2” x 1.2” (folded) - Size (L x W x H): 13 x 10 x 3 cm, 5.1” x 3.9” x 1.2” (open) - Weight: 116 g / 4.08 oz
Up-To-Front Multi-Mount aligns everything to be mounted front and center for viewing convenience and to easily capture those precious ride moments, track your ride, and illuminate your way home from your adventure. Includes adapters for mounting GoPro/Shimano Sport Cameras, Garmin Edge/Wahoo/Sigma GPS cycle computers, Topeak CubiCubi front lights, WhiteLite HP 500, WhiteLite 800BT, and other GoPro-mount-compatible devices. Flipflop mounts can be positioned to customize device viewing height so you can be focused and enjoy your ride! - Material: Forged aluminum / Engineering grade polymer - Modular Multi-Mount: Adapters included for GoPro / Shimano Sport Cameras, Garmin Edge / Wahoo / Sigma - Device: GPS cycle computers, Topeak CubiCubi front lights, WhiteLite 800 BT, and WhiteLite HP 500 - Bracket: Fits 25.4 – 31.8mm handlebars (shims included) - Max Load: 480g / 16.93oz - Added Features: Angle adjustment (Sport Camera), Rotates for landscape or portrait viewing (RideCase) - Weight: 52g / 1.83oz - Size: 12.5 x 6.6 x 4.3cm / 4.9" x 2.6" x 1.7"
An innovative cycle computer/action camera center mount, specifically designed for integrated stem/handlebar systems. Various mounting positions for Garmin Edge/Wahoo/Sigma GPS cycle computers and GoPro/Shimano sport cameras, Topeak CubiCubi front lights, WhiteLite HP 500, WhiteLite 800 BT, and other GoPro-mount-compatible devices. - Compatible Devices: Garmin Edge / Wahoo / Sigma GPS bike computer / GoPro action cams and other devices with GoPro mount - Handlebar Compatibility: Shimano Pro Stealth, FSA Plasma, Ritchey WCS Solostream, SCOTT SYNCROS RR1.0 Carbon Aero 420, Most Talon, Canyon H31 & CP series - Material: aluminum / fiberglass composite - Max load: 220g - Weight: 40g (120mm) / 45g (150mm) - Dimensions: 12 x 3.5 x 3cm (120mm) / 15 x 3.5 x 3cm (150mm)
This handlebar bracket has been developed so you can attach a tablet to your handlebars. The design provides a safe distance so that no sweat falls on the screen while you are training. - Suitable for handlebars with a diameter ranging from 26mm to 35mm - Adjustable to different tablet sizes: length 182-267mm, width 112-197mm, max. thickness 13mm
Securely holds your Turbo Connect Display/Speedzone 2 computer. - Specialized Turbo Connect Display mount. - Left- and right-side compatible. - Mountain bike design situates a CPU above stem. - Fits 35mm handlebars.
Securely holds your Turbo Connect Display/Speedzone 2 computer. - Specialized Turbo Connect Display (TCD)/Speedzone 2 Display mount. - Left- and right-side compatible. - MTB-style above-the-stem mount.
Our patented ANGi sensor calls for help when you can’t. In fact, it’s the first device to protect you before, during, and after a crash. It does this through a pairing with our Specialized Ride App for iOS or Android devices. And if it detects a crash, it commences a countdown that, if you’re ok, you can stop and keep riding. If, however, ANGi determines that you’re in need of help, it’ll send an alert to your selected contacts with your last known GPS coordinates and a message that you’re in need of help. What about if you’re out of service coverage? ANGi has a plan for that. Just set your estimated ride time before you head out when you know that your ride will take you out of range. All you need is an active data signal when you start your session. And if you haven’t completed your ride within that time frame, ANGi will send a notification to your contacts with your last uploaded location. - ANGi is a ride tracker, crash detector, and safety beacon. - Includes a one-year subscription to Specialized Ride Premium app. - Detects and reports potentially dangerous helmet impacts to the Specialized Ride app, which notifies your emergency contacts and sends them your most recent GPS coordinates. - Additional premium features include start ride notifications and ride-time alerts. - Attaches to Specialized ANGi-ready helmets. - Approximate six months' battery life on a 2032 coin cell battery. - Weight: 10 grams w/ battery - Two-year sensor warranty
The SpeedZone Stem Mount w/out Transmitter is a compression cap mounting ring for SpeedZone cycling computers.
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SpeedZone 2nd Wireless Mount w/Transmitter
Crank Arm Cadence Magnet for Specailized SpeedZone Computers.
A stem mount for SpeedZone Elite, Comp, and Pro computers.
A secondary or replacement mount for Specialized SpeedZone Expert and Comp computers. Includes a stem mount, bar mount, magnet and wireless ANT+ speed/cadence sensor.
SpeedZone Wired Speed Mount
High-efficiency charger cable for Flux headlights. - High capacity wire can transfer more power with less loss. - Custom "L" shaped Mini USB Male for the best fit to Flux headlights. - NOTE: This is a CHARGE ONLY cable and cannot be used for data transfer.
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Wideslot Universal Computer Magnet
Shimano Di2 External Battery Mounts - All Di2 components on the bicycle require the same firmware version. Using Di2 components with different firmware versions may cause malfunctions - Use Di2 system checker to update component firmware
The new DN300 Built-In type battery features the same waterproof design that Di2 users have loved for generations. Now with 3 ports, it delivers stable power to Shimano's 12-speed road derailleurs (and shifters if a fully wired option is selected). - Compatible with thinner next-generation electric wire SD300 and systems after R9250/R8150 series - Li-Ion type - Capacity: 500 mAH |3.7Wh (± 2000km autonomy) - Rated voltage: 7.4V - Charges through RD-R9250 |RD-R8150 rear derailleur using EW-EC300 Di2 Charging Cable (sold separately) - Fixing small parts included - Weight: 52g
Shimano BT-R1A External Di2 Battery - All Di2 components on the bicycle require the same firmware version. Using Di2 components with different firmware versions may cause malfunctions - Use Di2 system checker to update component firmware - Di2 External Battery, battery charger, and power cable are universal between Dura-Ace 9070, 7970, Ultegra 6870, 6770 and Alfine Di2 systems - Battery weight: 71 grams
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A fiber optic evanescent absorption sensor. This invention makes use of two sources and one detection system, or one source and two detection systems, or two of each to determine a large range of absorbance with high accuracy for a fixed interaction length.
Djeu, Nicholas, "Angularly partitioned evanescent wave absorption sensor" (2013). USF Patents. 267.
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for one too. Find a pet to adopt.
I am already neutered, housetrained, good with kids, good with dogs, and good with cats.
Tank LOVES children, especially goofy little boys. My son is 10, and his 8,9 and 10 yo friends are a huge hit. Tank doesn't mind the noise or the chaos.
Tank seems to like the cats. The sleep next to one another, and they get along. He really wants to play with them, appropriately it seems, and sometimes they go along with that.
Tank is housebroken. He gets that he needs to go to the door to go out. He doesn't seem to care about long walks or short walks. Have an easy walk harness makes him easy for me or my son to take him out. He's not a puller, in general, but would chase a squirrel or a deer if he can!
He understands the crate. He is a good watchdog. He is quiet when in the house with us. It takes him a while to warm up to strangers especially males.
He wants to eat like a cat, which is weird, but it's okay because he's housebroken. He's a grazer. He does not beg, and he doesn't really have much interest in stealing food on a coffee table.
He loves sleeping in the bed with us. He doesn't like being on his own at night and will cry if separated.
Loves balls. Likes squeak toys. Knows sit. Doesn't really jump up on people. He's okay not in a crate. Not destructive, not a chewer.
He's a lap dog snuggler in his heart.

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Just as Fox has paired up with “Angry Birds”-producer Rovio to promote “Rio,” Universal Pictures has inked a deal with “Doodle Jump”-maker Lima Sky to create a version of the cell phone game tied to Illumination Entertainment’s upcoming toon “Hop.”
“To have ‘Doodle Jump’ involved with the launch of a major motion picture demonstrates how influential apps have become in just a few short years,” said Igor Pusenjak, president and founder of Lima Sky.
As part of the deal, “Doodle Jump” users will be able to unlock a free Easter level within the game, starting in February, and play as the film’s Easter Bunny character (voiced by Russell Brand in the film).
“Hop” jumps into theaters April 1. It’s Illumination’s second film for U after “Despicable Me.”
To play “Doodle Jump,” gamers control a four-legged creature, known as “Doodler,” up a series of platforms without falling. Character is controlled by tilting the handset.
Pact should enable Universal to reach a large audience for “Hop,” considering “Doodle Jump” boasts 8.5 million users, according to Lima Sky.
Deal was brokered by Universal Partnerships and Licensing as its first film crossover with an iPhone app, and signals how studios are increasingly turning to popular mobile apps to reach an audience that is increasingly distracted by their cell phones and now tablets like the iPad and turn the small-screens into more of a promotional platform.


It's not all the time that you realize that you have to buy a replacement Coolant Expansion Recovery Tank for your vehicle. Chevrolet vehicle drivers have become used to a certain level of dependability when driving their Aveo around town. Anyone who owns a Chevrolet knows that when it comes to maintaining their vehicle only the absolute best replacement parts will do. Make no mistake, you bought your Aveo because you wanted to buy performance and American style both impeccably combined into one car, truck, or SUV.
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