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As 2017 begins, SPW highlights the main events and trends as well as tensions and challenges traversing sexual politics worldwide.
In January, the Zika virus epidemics stormed the headlines, as Brazilian babies affected by Zika congenital syndrome prompted a global alarm. Even though Zika had been previously detected in other countries, the Brazilian epidemic was the first in which a correlation was established between the mosquito transmitted infection and birth defects. Sonia Corrêa analyzed the impact of the Zika scare in relation to abortion rights in Brazil and SPW compiled articles and analyses on the matter.
In Chile, the Ministry of Health issued unprecedented instructions to the national health system that aim at eliminating “normalizing” medical interventions of intersex infants and children bodies.
In Haiti, a Penal Code Reform draft text was approved by a committee of judicial experts, that included a clause making abortion legal. No additional information was reported afterwards, which is not surprising given the challenges faced by Haiti as, in addition to a chronic political crisis, the country was ravaged by Hurricane Mathews in October.
In Portugal, as left wing parties (Socialists, Communists and the Bloco de Esquerda) regained a parliamentarian majority, the political National Assembly overtuned a veto adoption by same-sex couples and restrictions on access to abortion that had been adopted by the previous conservative government.
In Brazil, the Zika crisis continued to spark hot debates in regard to reproductive health and rights. At the global level, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights’ issued a sharp and clear declaration on abortion rights in the context of the Zika crisis and the International Campaign for Women’s Rights to Safe Abortion circulated a powerful statement.
Regional sexual rights movements and researchers mourned the departure of the Argentinean trans rights leader Lohana Berkins. Worldwide recognized as a champion of trans rights, Lohana was an admirable person whose life was imprinted by great energy, large solidarity and lots of humor. SPW shared various notes and tributes to honor her life and struggle (here, here and here).
Also in February North American sociologist John Gagnon has passed away. For many decades his research and conceptualization had a groundbreaking impact. With Richard Parker, SPW co-chair, he co –authored the book Reconceiving Sexuality. His work was influential far beyond the US boundaries, including in Brazil, where his last book Interpretation of Desire was translated into Portuguese by the Latin American Center on Sexuality and Human Rights (CLAM).
In March, SPW re-launched its Spanish website, featuring an insightful analysis by Alejandra Sardá-Chandiramani on Argentinean sexual politics after Mauricio Macri assumption to power in late 2015.
In Egypt, an unprecedented crackdown took place as the authorities banned human rights workers from travelling and attempted to freeze their personal funds and family assets.
From Brazil, as the zika health crisis continued to unfold, Sonia Corrêa anlyzed how the epidemics interwove with accelerated political regressions then underway.
In Chile, the Lower House of Congress passed a bill lifting the almost 30-year total ban on abortion in the cases of rape, when there is health risk for the mother or when the fetus is not viable. The bill is still pending of a final voting by the Senate.
In South Korea, the Constitutional Court rejected a petition to strike down a law that criminalizes both sex worker and customer.
In France, the Parliament approved after two years of discussion a law that punishes clients of commercial sex. Check the note issued by the International Committee on the Rights of Sex Workers in Europe (ICRSE) and the comments by The Guardian.
In March, Latin American feminism lost Dominican activist Magaly Pineda. SPW partner Magaly Pazello wrote a moving tribute (in Spanish) to Pineda, stressing her intellectual and political legacy.
In Bangladesh a series of deadly attacks killed human rights and secular activists. SPW shared the analysis written by an anonymous activist alerting to the dangers implied in the global outcry around the attack, as it could trigger a new wave of Western discourses and interventions against “Islamic fundamentalism” that could have negative impacts at country’s level.
The Brazilian political crisis escalated as the House of Representatives authorized the impeachment of Dilma Rousseff to be initiated. Sonia Corrêa reported on political scenario and examined its risky implications for women’s reproductive rights and health.
The Brazilian conservative restoration reached a new stage as the Senate confirmed the opening of the impeachment process. Dilma Rousseff was temporarily ousted from the presidency and Michel Temer assumed the post as interim. SPW offered a new update on the crisis and its implication for sexual politics.
At the UN Human Rights Council the LAC Group 5 – formed by Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Uruguay – announced the decision to submit a resolution proposing the creation of a special mechanism to address violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI-OSIG). Critiques have been raised by the Coalition of African Lesbians, Akahatá, and the Sexual Rights Initiative.
In contrast, worrying news came from Washington as the financial crisis of the Interamerican Human Rights System became public. The Inter-American Human Rights Commission (IACHR) announced the loss of 40% of its staff and suspended country visits and sessions scheduled for the period July – October. The IACHR has, in recent years, performed remarkable work in relation to gender equality, sexual orientation & gender identity and abortion rights.
Amnesty International publicly released its final policy on the protection of sex workers rights, condemning violations to which they are subject and recommending the decriminalization of consensual sex work.
The most striking fact of June 2016 was the horrifying mass murder at the LGBT nightclub Pulse, in Orlando, Florida (US). SPW compiled notes of solidarity and a series of articles analyzing this this tragic episode.
At the Un Human Rights Council, the resolution proposed in May by the LAC 5 countries calling for the creation of a Special Mandate on Human Rights and Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity was adopted at the 32 Session of the UN Human Rights Council. This decision was both commemorated and criticized by LGBT right networks, human rights bodies and civil society voices. SPW covered the repercussion.
Another relevant event of the month was the approval of BREXIT in the United Kingdom referendum. The only analysis on the gender and sexuality implications of the future exiting of the UK from the European Union was a note issued by Roumanian sex workers living in London.
In July, SPW organized a seminar in Umhlanga, in Durban, South Africa. Thirty four researchers and activists from the Africa, Asia, the Americas and Europe discussed key trends in sexual politics at regional and country levels as well as in specific domains such as queer theorizing, sexual rights, abortion, sex work and HIV&Aids. Check the photos and the post-meeting comments written by SPW’s partner Mark Gevisser.
At the International Aids Conference (IAC), ABIA – the Brazilian Interdisciplinary Association for AIDS where SPW is hosted — launched the report “Myth vs. Reality: evaluating the Brazilian response to HIV in 2016”. The publication examines the setbacks of Brazilian policy response to HIV&AIDS.
In Mexico, the National government announced groundbreaking policy measures to protect LGBT rights. In July, SPW published an interview with Gloria Careaga that examines context and challenges surrounding this initiative.
In Iran, health officials facing the challenge of soaring rates of HIV transmission have established clinics to provide STD test and treatment to prostitutes, a policy measure that openly contradicts Sharia law stringent condemnation of commercial sex.
In August, as Brazil headed towards the final stage of Dilma Rousseff’s impeachment, the country and the world were distracted by the Rio Olympic Games. Despite this sharp paradox, the Games were a privileged stage for critically examining gender and sexuality performances in sports. Several SPW partners responded to our invitation to share their views on this peculiar scene. Fernando Seffner wrote the article Rio 2016: the “Sexual Games”? that glances over sexuality at large. Laura Molinari Alonso and Jimena de Garay Hernández, the UFRJ Prostitution Policy Watch’s research team and Leonardo Peçanha looked at female sexuality, the sex work landscape and trans presence/absence in the Games, respectively.
Also in Brazil, a lawsuit was presented to the Supreme Court by the National Association of Public Defenders calling for the promotion and protection of women’s and children’s rights in the context of Zika virus epidemic and the petition includes the right to abortion for women undergoing mental health suffering.
In Europe, the hot topic of the month was the ban of burkinis by few municipalities in Southern France. Before and after having been suspended by the Conseil d’Etat, these local ordinances triggered an intense trail of articles, posts and memes criticizing the top down method of the municipalities, mapping the Islamophobic trait of the policies and broaden feminist analyses in regard to state control of women’s bodies. SPW has compiled few of these insightful pieces.
The Global Day of Action for Access to Safe and Legal abortion was the main event of the month, as events and mobilizations were held in several countries to mark the day. Particularly striking was the massive women strik in Poland to protest against a new bill aimed at completely banning abortion. Its immediate effect was the rejection of the law by the Parliament. Another key initiative marking the date was the Open Letter issued by International Campaign for Women’s Rights to Safe Abortion to the UN General Secretary calling for September 28th to be defined as International Safe Abortion Day.
At the Human Rights Council professor Vitit Muntarbhorn, who was the co-chair of the elaboration of the Yogyakarta Principles, was nominated as the new Independent Expert on Human Rights in relation to Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity.
The AWID International Forum took place in Costa do Sauípe (Brazil). During three days a vast and rich agenda of debates has evolved under the umbrella theme “Feminist Futures: Building Collective Power for Rights and Justice”. SPW’a co-chair, Sonia Corrêa facilitated the first plenary and participated in key sessions on abortion and criminalization of sexuality. The SPW workshop on Emerging Powers, Sexuality and Human Rights was the stage of a livable conversation on the current geopolitical scenario and its implication for gender and sexuality. Mariana Rodrigues Meriqui reported on the session.
SPW deeply lamented the early departure of the Indian trans activist Agniva Lahiri, who participated in the SPW Rio Training in 2013 and with whom many of us have had previous encounters in key international debates. We offered a tribute to Agniva’s life and work by sharing a collection of articles and a video by the young Chinese Feminist Ting Ting who met Agniva in the Rio training and later visited her in India, while she documented the countries’ queer politics.
In Colombia, the NO prevailed in the referendum about the peace agreement signed between the state and FARC. As insightfully examined by Franklin Gil Hernandez and Mara Viveros articles specially written for SPW this result was not unconnected with sexual politics.
In India the 2016 BRICS Summit was held in Goa. SPW’s partner Laura Waisbich article examines the tensions between states, scholars and civil society actors and offers a new assessment on how gender, sexuality and civil society politics is at play in this policy space.
October marks a series trans and intersex rights commemorative days. Check the SPW compilation on these events.
November began with the ‘unexpected’ election of Donald Trump for the presidency of the United States. As the reactions flooded through the world media, SPW has delivered a preliminary view on what this may imply for sexual politics in the US and beyond and compiled a series of articles written by a wide range of observers that commented this striking outcome, in particular analyses developed by feminists and queer writers and voices from the South.
At the United Nations, the mandate on independent expert to address human rights violations in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity, established in June (here and here) albeit contested by the African Group, was safeguarded by the General Assembly.
In Brazil, despite the highly regressive political environment, trans candidatures for municipal councils have multiplied and a number of trans persons have been elected. Our partner Marco Aurélio Máximo Prado reported on this new and unexpected trend.
Then on November 30th, the Brazilian Supreme Court issued an unexpected decision regarding an abortion criminal case against doctors and nurses of a clinic in Duque de Caxias, a city neighboring Rio de Janeiro, which substantively contest the constitutionality of criminal laws restricting abortion. The conservative House of Representatives immediately reacted. The abortion frontline was once again in flames. Angela Freitas and Fábio Grotz analyzed the episode.
SPW joined a global campaign (All in for #Decrim!) aimed at celebrating the International Day Against Violence Against Sex Workers on December 17th, offering a short analysis of current policies and politics around sex work in Brazil and the UStwo countries deeply affected by the growth of as conservative forces.
That same week, the expert group meeting for the UN Commission on the Status of Women issued a report on women’s ecnomic empowerment that recognizes sex workers and trans workers rights.
In Malawi, a bill proposing that access to abortion is expanded has triggered intense public debate.
Sexuality and Gender
Queer Wars by Dennis Altman and Jonathan Symons
Sexualness by akshay khana
The doubleness of sexuality by Akhil Katyal
Papers and Articles
The Street, the Sponge, and the Ultra: Queer Logics of Children’s Rebellion and Political Infantilization Paul Amar
Subverting Love Stories – Clare Coultas
Transatlantic Gender Crossings – the new issue of #differences, edited by Anne Emmanuelle Berger and Éric Fassin,
Feminism Without Transphobia: Introduction – TSQ: Transgender Studies Quarterly
A Development Agenda for Sexual and Gender Minorities – Williams Institute
Africa, homophobia and Western hypocrisy, by Mathias Søgaard on Pambazuka
Why gender and sexuality are central to China’s relationships with the Global South – Susie Jolly
We queer people will do everything to ensure our liberty, even if it takes some Bollywoodising, by Vivek Divan
Why (chemical) castration will not end gender and sexuality based violence in Indonesia – by Priliantina Bebasari – IDS
Lesbian, Bisexual and Queer Women Speak Out in Kenya, by Neela Ghoshal, Human Rights Watch
Lebanon: How Public Health Can Affect LGBT Rights – by Omar Harfouch
24th issue of Sexuality, Health and Society – Latin American Journal
Transexuality and intersexuality
Gender incongruence of childhood in the ICD-11: controversies, proposal, and rationale – Jack Drescher, Peggy T Cohen-Kettenis, Geoffrey M Ree
The psycho-medical case against a gender incongruence of childhood diagnosis – Jack Drescher – The Lancet
The situation of the intersex community in Mexico – Laura Inter
Intersex: Stories and Statistics from Australia, Tiffany Jones, Bonnie Hart, Morgan Carpenter, Gavi Ansara, William Leonard and Jayne Lucke
The Politics of Bathrooms – Joshua Rothman, New Yorker
How did bathrooms get to be separated by gender in the first place? – The Guardian
Publications and resources
Gender, Sexuality and Social Justice: What’s Law Got to Do with It?, (IDS)
New report maps West African LGBTQ organizing – Queer African Youth Network
Where do we go from here? A call for critical reflection on queer/LGBTIA+ activism in Africa, by Liesl Theron, John McAllister and Mariam Armisen on Pambazuka
Global Resources Report: Philanthropic and Government Support for LGBTI Communities
The Road to Successful Partnerships: How governments in the Global North can effectively partner with intermediary organizations to support LGBTI communities in the Global South and East, by Global Philanthropy Project
Empower newsletter: Women and LGBT voices from Nigeria, by Women’s Health and Equal Rights Initiative (WHER)
Nigeria: Harsh Law’s Severe Impact on LGBT Community, by Human Rights Watch
Literature Review of LGBT Youth in Pakistan – NAZ Pakistan
Oral histories of LGBT people in Mongolia – LGBT Centre (Mongolia)’s Youth Leadership Program
Sri Lanka’s report: Discrimination on Grounds of Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation, by Human Rights Watch
Report: ‘These Political Games Ruin Our Lives’: Indonesia’s LGBT Community Under Threat’, by Human Rights Watch
The LGBT Divide in California: A Look at the Socioeconomic Well-being of LGBT People in California, by The Williams Institute
Stories of Intersex people from Nepal – Esan Regmi, Parsu Ram Rai and Jensen Byrne
Report: US – Transgender Women Abused in Immigration Detention – Human Rights Watch
Russia: report on discrimination of trans people – Transgender Legal Defense Project
Is Porn the New Sex Education? – Institute of Development Studies
Reproductive Health Matters: Sexuality, sexual rights and sexual politics,
Kohl’s issue: Beyond Victims and Savages – The Complexities of Violence, Resistance, and Pleasure
East Asia Forum Quarterly (EAFQ)’s – Gender and sexuality in Asia today
In Plainspeak : Science and Sexuality
In Plainspeak : Migration and Sexuality
Sonia Corrêa spoke on Thinking Sexualities, Globalities and the Politics of Rights from an Interdisciplinary Perspective, the LeverhulmeLecture, London School of Economics. November, 2016
Feminism and Women’s Rights
Papers and articles
How the West Undermined Women’s Rights in the Arab World, by Nicola Pratt – Jadaliyya
ISIS and Women: A STATUS/Conversation with Rafia Zakaria – Jadaliyya
Where are we heading? A Bangladeshi feminist’s reflections: Khushi Kabir – Kafila
Women: Movements, successes and obstacles – SUR nº24
The Contradictions, Resilience, and Creativity of Black Feminism in South Africa, by Maneo Mohale on Bitch Media
Ethiopian feminist movements and the role of Setaweet – Pambazuka
Why the Panama Papers are a feminist issue – Chiara Capraro and Francesca Rhodes –openDemocracy
Publications and resources
Equal Rights Review Vol 16 – issue on intersectionality
New web platform to uphold the universality of rights in the face of rising threats – Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID)
Violence against women in the Gaza Strip after the Israeli military operation ‘Protective Edge’ 2014 – Institute of Development Studies (IDS)
GenderIT edition: three key issues for a feminist internet: Access, agency and movements
Sexual and reproductive rights
Papers and articles
Bulletin on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and the Internet – Tactical Tech
Threats of retrocession in sexual and reproductive health policies in Brazil during the Zika epidemic, by Beatriz Galli and Suely Deslandes
What Fiji’s Cyclone Winston Can Teach Us About SRHR and Climate Change – Youth Coalition
Publications and resources
Intersections and continuums in reproductive justice – Coalition of African Lesbians
Stand Up and Fight: Addressing Discrimination and Inequality in Solomon Islands, by Equal Rights Trust
The SRI’s National Sexual Rights Law and Policy Database is now live! – Sexual Rights Initiative
New study estimates contraceptive failure rates in 43 countries – Guttmacher Institute
Papers and articles
The Incidence of Abortion in Nigeria, by Akinrinola Bankole, Isaac F. Adewole, Rubina Hussain, Olutosin Awolude, Susheela Singh and Joshua O. Akinyemi, at Guttmacher Institute
These things are dangerous: Understanding induced abortion trajectories in urban Zambia, by Ernestina Coasta and Susan F. Murrayb at Social Science & Medicine
Unsafe Abortion Is Common In Tanzania and Is A Major Cause of Maternal Death – Guttmacher Institute and Tanzania’s National Institute for Medical Research and Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Reform of abortion law in Uruguay: Context, process and lessons learned– by Susan Wood, Lilián Abracinskas, Sonia Corrêa and Mario Pecheny at Reproductive Health Matters issue 141
Thailand: Doctors must heed abortion needs – Bangkok Post
Publications and resources
The Uruguayan experience on preventing unsafe abortions – International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics
Malaysia: Legal and Policy Environment of Safe Abortion, by Reproductive Rights Advocacy Alliance Malaysia (RRAAM)
Papers and articles
The confinement of Eve: resolving Ebola, Zika and HIV with women’s bodies?, by Susana T. Fried and Alice Welbourn – openDemocracy
Books and resources
AIDS politics: Institutionalization of Solidarity, Exclusion of Context – by Hakan Seckinelgin (London School of Economics and Political Science)
Mapping & appraisal of HIV prevention and care interventions for men who have sex with men (MSM) in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe – by London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Papers and articles
Why We Need to Bridge the Gap between Sex Workers’ Movements and Abortion Rights Activism – Kristin Francoeur and Surabhi Srivastava – In Plainspeak
Disability and sex work: developing affinities through decriminalization, by Kelly Fritscha, Robert Heynenb, Amy Nicole Rossc and Emily van der Meulend at Journal Disability and Society
Sex work: not prohibited, not permitted – Susana Fried – openDemocracy
Three myths about sex work that harm everyone – Joe Scott – openDemocracy
Why Cambodia’s sex workers don’t need to be saved – Public Radio International
Publications and resources
No Turning Back: Examining Sex Worker-Led Programs That Protect Health and Rights – Open Society
2015 Report on sex work activism, by International Committee on the Rights of Sex Workers in Europe (ICRSE)
The religious & gender/sexual politics
Papers and articles
Pope and Patriarch Misrepresent the True Meaning of Secularism and Seek to Impose their Beliefs on Others – Catholics for Choice
The New Morality of Pope Francis – James Carroll – New Yorker
Pope Calls Teaching About Gender Identity ‘Ideological Colonization’ – Think Progress
12 activists who will make you hopeful for feminist futures without fundamentalisms – AWID
Resurgent Sikh fundamentalism in the UK: time to act? – AWID
Publications and resources
Morocco: Religious Fundamentalism and Safe Abortion – Moroccan Family Planning Association and Asian-Pacific Resource and Research Centre for Women (ARROW)
When Exemption is the Rule: The Religious Freedom Strategy of the Christian Right – Political Research Associates
From the Vatican to Madrid, Paris and Warsaw: “Gender Ideology” in Motion – David Paternotte
Comparing anti-gender mobilizations in Europe – David Paternotte, Michael Stambolis-Ruhstorfer, Roman Kuhar and Paula-Irene Villa
Sexuality and Art
Call me Heenam – Bangladeshi hijras, by Open Society
Cindy Sherman: Infinite gender impersonations
Our lady of controversies – Alma López
Luiza Prado: Memories of Violence
These photos show the courage and tragedy of LGBTQ life in Peru – Public Radio International
Women artists: Maria Teresa Hincapié
Women artists: Njideka Akunyili Crosby
Eugenia Matricardi: body/water/combat
Barbara Wagner: bodies as they are
Desacralizing: Paula Rego’s Abortion Pastels
Space to abort: by Mujeres Creando
Proudly trans in Turkey: a Gabrielle Le Roux Project
Katia Sepúlveda: domestic devices
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For the Thai salad: In a large serving bowl, toss the cabbages, cucumber, edamame, carrots and green onions.
For the sweet lime-cilantro dressing: Put the oil, cilantro, sugar, garlic, lime juice, salt and pepper in a large blender and blend until smooth.
Top each serving of salad with 2 tablespoons of the sweet lime-cilantro dressing and 2 slices of avocado for garnish.
You can also 2 add boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked, chilled and thinly sliced.
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What Does Life Look Like with Incontinence?
Incontinence is something no one wants to talk about. Not being able to control one’s bladder is immediately associated with being a child or an “old person.” It’s embarrassing, makes people feel unattractive, and can lead them to stop doing the things they love. But the truth is that some form of incontinence affects more than 25 million Americans and it doesn’t discriminate based on age. The majority of people that live with it never ask for help. So the biggest reason for all the shame can be blamed on not talking about it.
What does life look like with incontinence?
Based on the statistics, there are plenty of people living with incontinence without you ever having knowledge of it. They still go to locker rooms, for example, and are unafraid to let their partners see them in their underwear because no, a person doesn’t need to wear a diaper if he or she suffers from this issue. Life doesn’t have to be different.
Incontinence underwear exists that is stylish, comfortable, 100% functional, and some are even sexy. Gone are the days of being forced to wear bulky, noticeable paper diapers. The Love Luna line is one example that has styles for women that are reusable and stylish. Patented 3 layer technology eliminates dampness and odor. Toss them in the washer like you would with any other garment.
What causes incontinence?
Technically, it’s not a disease, but the symptom of an underlying issue that interferes with normal bladder function. A person can suffer incontinence for reasons like:
-having suffered a spinal injury
-a neurological disorder
-invasive pelvic surgery
-prostate cancer treatment
-weakening of the pelvic floor muscles
What can be done about incontinence?
If you suffer from incontinence, wearing high-quality incontinence undergarments and trying these tips could make a world of difference:
-Reduce your caffeine intake and avoid sugary foods.
-Stay hydrated. Drinking enough water every day can prevent irritation of the bladder lining.
-Keep your weight in check.
-Steer clear of medications that can cause incontinence, like antidepressants and antihistamines.
-Practice “double” urinating. After urinating, wait and try again. This completely empties the bladder and can reduce urinary tract infections.
Life with incontinence looks like your life. You can do this.

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When you get near the end of a poker tournament, players often start to talk deals to chop the purse or cut-in the would-be bubble losers by taking money off the first place prize.
I've taken lately to starting these conversations, especially if I'm short stacked. I'd much rather go home with a win in my pocket then come all that way and have to leave empty-handed on the bubble.
So today I was short stacked and starting to sell the deal offers with six players left (when top 3 would normally be paid). The chip leader wasn't having it. He had about 10 times the chip count I had, and he was looking pretty good to go all the way. All I could say was....you know "anything can happen....". But no dice.
So we played on....
Knowing that I wasn't going to get a deal...I had to play more aggressive. I pushed all-in with K-Q suited, and the chip leader called me with A-4. I won when I paired my King.
A couple minutes later, he went all-in, and I called with pocket 9's. He turned over A-6 and I won again.
So I doubled up against the chip leader twice in a row and now I had about as many chips as him. Meanwhile a couple other players had been knocked out and we were down to 4.
NOW he was willing to talk deals! Again the negotiator, I offered a deal for the top 3 chip holders to each take about 30% of the purse, and the lone short stack the other 10%. Deal accepted. Everyone happy.

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When I first started out planning my own nuptials, I was very sceptical to the concept of themed weddings. Perhaps from watching “27 Dresses” approximately 27 times, I had gotten it into my head that introducing a theme to one’s big day meant over-the-top-ness the likes of “Gone With the Wind” hairdos, underwater vows or skimpy hot-pink dresses. Theme wise, there just wasn’t some common interest so important to my groom and me that we felt the most important day of our lives should revolve around it. Sure we both loved “Forrest Gump”, but that didn’t mean we needed to incorporate feathers into our festivities or vow to be each other’s peas and carrots.
As our wedding planning progressed, I was mystified therefore when different wedding vendors kept asking us what our theme would be – from the decorator (obviously) all the way to the cake maker. Guh! Why did we need a theme? Far from “Gone With the Wind” expectations, what I realized the vendors were trying to find out was the look and tone of the wedding, so that they knew what colors and style (in our case, “formal elegance”) we were aiming for in our decision making.
Other than colors and style, what I learnt from the most recent wedding I was part of (as an absent bridesmaid) is that a wedding theme can also simply be a motif – a recurring symbol throughout the day – rather than a no-holds-barred homage to Star Wars or The Great Gatsby. The happy couple at that wedding chose to have a literary motif throughout their day, and I thought they achieved it so well – in a way that was consistent and yet subtle – that I might share it with others who are also feeling a little gun-shy about full-blown themed weddings. So how did they incorporate it?:
• Venue: The reception was held in the function space at a library.
• Invitation: The happy couple chose a wedding invitation styled like the cover of a Penguin Classics book. They also used the same style for the menu, placed on the tables during the reception.
• Ring box: Also as a nod to their favorite film “Up”, the newlyweds used this “Our Adventure Book” as a ring box. The box was passed around one by one to guests during the ceremony, as part of a ring-warming ritual.
• Photographs: As part of the post-ceremony session with the professional photography, the bridal party took snaps in amongst the stacks of the library. They have fabulous pictures of them posing up against the bookshelves, and one with the full bridal party peeking over the top of a book as they pretended to read.
• Decorations: A blackboard posted outside the reception room declared “Happily Ever After Begins Here”, and the happy couple also found hollow books with blackboard covers to use for table numbers and labelling the gifts table and guest book area (“our future is a blank page, express yourself”).
• Favors: The soonlyweds scoured second-hand book stores to individually select an appropriate book for every guest as their wedding favor. Each book was wrapped in brown paper and tied up with string (these are a few of my favorite things!), with a label handwritten with the guest’s name and placed at their assigned seat, so that the whole package doubled as a name/escort card.
Family and friends also joined the literary motif bandwagon in their own efforts around the big day:
• Hens night: The bride was treated to two pre-wedding parties – one a traditional bachelorette night, and the other a low-key daytime affair for older relatives. This second party was hosted by the bride’s mother, in the theme of the series of books the bride had been named after: something like “Madeline”.
• Gifts: We bridesmaids each gifted the bride with a hardback edition of our favorite romance stories, writing a message inside the cover about why the book meant a lot to us and why we thought she might like it. These were presented to the bride during the hair and make-up preparations on the wedding day.
• Speeches: In the group bridesmaid speech during the reception, a couple of the maids mentioned books that they’d bonded over with the bride or compared her to particularly famous characters.
The great thing is that newlyweds didn’t let the book motif overpower every element of their day. They still had Lego bride and groom figurines on top of the wedding cake, they simply had a chevron background to their photo booth, and the wedding gown was simply a favorite of the bride – not more and more attempts to squeeze in a literary flavor.
Are you incorporating a theme or motifs into your big day? What theme are you adding and how are you incorporating it into the festivities?

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Slot machines, those iconic symbols of casinos and gaming floors, have captivated players for generations with their flashing daftar kangtoto, enticing sounds, and promise of winning big. But beyond the surface allure lies a fascinating world of psychology, technology, and intricate mechanics that make these machines so irresistible to millions around the globe.
A Brief History:
The origins of slot machines can be traced back to the late 19th century, with the invention of the first mechanical slot machine by Charles Fey in 1894. Fey’s Liberty Bell machine featured three spinning reels adorned with symbols such as horseshoes, bells, and playing card suits. The concept was simple yet revolutionary – players would pull a lever to spin the reels, and if a winning combination appeared, they would be rewarded with coins.
Over the years, slot machines evolved from mechanical devices to electronic and eventually digital platforms, incorporating innovations such as random number generators (RNGs), multiple paylines, and immersive themes. Today, slot machines are ubiquitous in both land-based casinos and online gaming sites, offering players a wide range of options to suit their preferences and budgets.
The Psychology of Slot Machines:
At the heart of a slot machine’s appeal lies its ability to engage players on both a sensory and psychological level. The sights and sounds of spinning reels, flashing lights, and ringing bells create a thrilling atmosphere that stimulates the senses and generates excitement. But it’s not just the external stimuli that draw players in – slot machines are also designed to exploit certain psychological principles to keep players coming back for more.
One of the key psychological factors at play is the concept of intermittent reinforcement. Unlike traditional forms of gambling where the outcome is determined by skill or strategy, slot machines rely purely on chance. This unpredictability creates a sense of anticipation and excitement, as players never know when they might hit the jackpot. The occasional small wins interspersed with periods of losses keep players hooked, as they continue to chase that elusive big win.
The Mechanics Behind the Magic:
While the visual and auditory aspects of slot machines are crucial for attracting players, it’s the underlying mechanics that determine how the game is played and the likelihood of winning. Modern slot machines are powered by complex algorithms known as random number generators (RNGs), which ensure that each spin is independent and random, with no predictable patterns or outcomes.
Despite the perception that slot machines are purely games of luck, there are certain strategies and techniques that players can employ to maximize their chances of winning. Understanding factors such as payback percentages, volatility, and payout structures can help players make informed decisions about which machines to play and how much to wager.
Slot machines have come a long way since their humble beginnings, evolving into sophisticated gaming devices that blend technology, psychology, and entertainment to create an immersive and thrilling experience for players. From the clinking of coins to the excitement of hitting a winning combination, the allure of slot machines remains as strong as ever, making them a timeless symbol of gaming and excitement. So the next time you hear the familiar chime of a slot machine, take a moment to appreciate the ingenuity and craftsmanship behind this beloved form of entertainment.


A SLOT-PRIORITY SPECTRUM ASSIGNMENT ALGORITHM FOR ELASTIC OPTICAL NETWORKS
Keywords:Bandwidth-Variable Lightpath, Gridless Networks, First-Fit Assignment, Routing and Spectrum Assignment
To overcome the inefficiency of the rigid spectrum allocation in traditional wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) networks, a flexible grid networking paradigm for spectrum allocation has been recently proposed. On these Flexible-Grid Optical Networks, the spectrum is not rigid, but flexible so that spectrum resources can be adaptively provided to client traffic demand. Spectrum allocation is performed by a process known in the literature as the Routing and Spectrum Assignment (RSA). The performance improvement imparted by RSA algorithms on currently proposed Flexible-Grid Optical Networks is a subject of current extensive investigation. In this paper, we propose a spectrum assignment algorithm based on First-Fit spectrum ordering, where slots are prioritized regarding to the number of forms how future variable-bandwidth path requests can be assigned. Case studies were carried out in order to analyze the benefits of the proposal. In the scenarios analyzed the proposed algorithm outperformed traditional First-Fit assignment.
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Window to the brain: Pupillometry sheds light on exercise intensity-dependent activation
In a study conducted by researchers from the University of Tsukuba to identify the activation of the arousal system, it was found that even very light intensity exercise elicited pupil dilation. Exercises like yoga that do not cause a measurable stress-related hormonal response (like increases in adrenocorticotropic hormone, norepinephrine, or epinephrine level in blood) nonetheless activate brain pathways that lead to better mood and better cognitive performance.
Because activation of the arousal system is usually determined by measuring the level of neurotransmitters circulating in the blood in human studies until now, it was thought that only moderate-intensity exercise—exercise that is sufficient to elicit the stress-related hormonal response—could activate these brain pathways. In addition, following this existing methodology, it was not possible to measure when increased activity in the arousal system begins during exercise in humans.
"Because we had systematically conducted a series of translational studies from rodents to humans, we were able to hypothesize that, even with very low intensity exercise, the ascending arousal system would be activated, which, in turn, allowed us to adapt an existing technique to address an area that was lacking," explains senior author Professor Hideaki Soya.
Pupillometry is considered to be a reliable indicator of arousal because pupil dilation and activation of the arousal system are initiated in the same autonomic nervous system pathways. However, it was first necessary to quantify pupil dilation in relation to standard measures of exercise intensity like peak oxygen intake, carbon dioxide output, and minute ventilation. To achieve this, the team captured and analyzed data from 26 young men as they exercised at different intensities on a cycle ergometer.
Ryuta Kuwamizu, lead author of the study, says "We identified 2 prominent periods of increases in pupil diameter—one occurred when transitioning from rest to very light intensity, and another occurred around moderate to vigorous intensities, which is similar to the ventilatory threshold." The two-phase trend of pupil dilation in relation to exercise intensity appeared to indicate that (1) the arousal system was activated during very light intensity exercise and (2) there was a pupil dilation threshold that coincided with the stress-related hormonal response.
The findings of this study, now published in The Journal of Physiological Sciences, provide strong evidence to support that even very low intensity exercise elicits the arousal effects that lead to better mood and better cognitive performance.
More information: Ryuta Kuwamizu et al, Pupil-linked arousal with very light exercise: pattern of pupil dilation during graded exercise, The Journal of Physiological Sciences (2022). DOI: 10.1186/s12576-022-00849-x


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Assessments of a company's culture and controls are essential components of a meaningful program for auditing compliance, Michael Volkov writes. Internal audit and the chief compliance officer can work together to implement testing protocols as part of a transparent audit process, Volkov writes.
The Department of Homeland Security's recent raids of 100 7-Eleven stores illustrate the importance of staying compliant with Form I-9 requirements to ascertain employees' authorization to work in the US, lawyer Montserrat Miller writes. "Keys to ensuring compliance with the Form I-9 requirements include internal audits, training, preparation and having a plan in place," Miller writes.
General Electric CEO John Flannery is considering breaking up the company, via spinoffs or otherwise, in light of more than $11 billion in charges related to an insurance portfolio and the new tax law. Cowen analysts say GE's separate businesses are worth at most $15 per share, which could make a breakup financially unfeasible.
Plans to double the supply of US government bonds may cause demand to be exceeded and prompt adverse effects, such as wider credit spreads and falls in the dollar and stock market, warns Deutsche Bank economist Torsten Slok. Other market watchers do not share this view, pointing instead to numerous bullish indicators, including significant retail appetite for bonds.
Financial statements prepared in accordance with an AICPA financial-reporting framework give lenders nearly as much confidence to loan capital as generally accepted accounting principle-based financial statements for small and midsize businesses with low credit risk, a published study shows. An updated toolkit of resources, located at aicpa.org/frf-smes, helps stakeholders implement the framework.

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At www.healthcare.gov, the US Department of Health and Senior Services has laid out all of the information they have about the new legislation. DHSS was required to create the site by the new law.
At the site, there are lists of all public and private insurance plans available in the area listed by zip code. The website will help people determine if they qualify for a subsidy. It also provides links that allow Missourians to determine if their doctor is an approved provider under the new health care legislation. The one stop site will also allow consumers to compare and contrast rates and benefits provided by private insurance.


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Steps for Stroke
1 May @ 12:00 am - 31 May @ 11:30 pm
How to get involved:
Steps for Stroke challenges you to increase your steps every day throughout the month of May. Registration fee is €15 in aid of Croí and all participants receive a snood on completion.
- Register via the button below.
- This is a fun challenge for everyone.
- Increase your steps daily for the month of May.
- You can take part as an individual or in a group.
- Track your steps via your smart phone, watch or pedometer.
- Walk, Jog or Run!
- Each year 7,500 people in Ireland have a stroke
- Almost 6,000 are admitted to hospitals
- Almost 2,000 people die as a result
- In 2020, over ¼ of these were people under the age of 65
- Stroke is the leading cause of acquired disability and the third leading cause of death in Ireland
- Over 30,000 people are living in the community with a disability as a result of stroke
By taking part in the Steps for Stroke challenge you will help Croí support stroke survivors, their caregivers, and families to overcome challenges by offering valuable support in their recovery.
We want to build on our existing stroke support service and develop a unique resource for the West of Ireland as we recognise there is still a significant unmet need for more support for stroke survivors post-hospital discharge. We aim to support stroke survivors to live within their communities, to promote Independent living after a stroke and to eliminate isolation with an expansion of our day centre, available to both stroke survivors and their carers.
The aim is to ease the transition from hospital to home whilst supporting each person reach their full potential.
We aim for this challenge to inspire individuals to embrace an active lifestyle! Physical activity helps to lower your risk of heart disease and stroke by lowering your blood pressure, increasing your ‘good’ cholesterol levels, helping you maintain a healthy weight and by keeping your heart healthy.
An activity of moderate intensity will increase your breathing and heart rate, such as a brisk walk.
You can also break up your activities into two 15-minute activities or three 10 minutes.
By doing your part, you will get the health benefits.


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More than for most other diseases, the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis require a hands-on approach by examining your tender joints and muscles and listening to your description of your symptoms and their severity, a doctor can usually get a pretty good idea of what’s going on inside your body. Arthritis during the gait analysis, your doctor will assess how the bones in your leg and foot line up when essentials of musculoskeletal imaging rosemont, il american academy of orthopaedic surgeons, 2004, p initial treatment of arthritis of the foot and ankle is usually nonsurgical your doctor may. The exercise regimen should include back, neck, and chest stretches the nurse should educate the patient with as about regular exercise and attention to posture, local moist-heat applications, and knowledgeable use of drugs. Characterizing in rheumatoid arthritis is the inflammation of the synovium also characterized is the destructive erosion of bone and loss of joint integrity what frequently leads to disability  the synovium is a thin layer of tissue which lines the joint space where there is no cartilage it. In another review, fransen and colleagues included five trials and found a small treatment effect for pain but no benefit in terms of function for hip osteoarthritis8 they cautioned that the results of the meta-analysis should be considered inconclusive because of the small number of trials and marked heterogeneity8 bartels and colleagues.
Methods/design the study design is a 2x2 factorial randomised controlled trial 252 adults with subacromial impingement syndrome will be recruited from two musculoskeletal clinical assessment and treatment services at the primary-secondary care interface in staffordshire, uk. Joint effusion, commonly referred to as water on the knee or fluid on the knee, is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in or around a joint it is most commonly caused by an infection, injury, and arthritis. Aquatic exercise for the treatment of knee and hip osteoarthritis for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in the hand exercise (5) exercise therapy for the rheumatoid hand methotrexate combination therapy with traditional and biologic disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs for rheumatoid arthritis: a network meta-analysis (protocol. The treatment of psoriatic arthritis (psa) involves the use of a variety of interventions, including many of the agents used for the treatment of patients with other forms of inflammatory arthritis, particularly spondyloarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (ra), and others employed for the management.
How to care for a swollen knee share pin it newsletters see arthritis treatment specialists if the patient is unsure whether to seek professional medical treatment, a phone call to a doctor or nurse can help determine whether an office visit is necessary knee exercises for arthritis causes of knee pain video knee anatomy video. Rehabilitative treatment finally, in chronic stage with inactive arthritis, conditioning exercises such as swimming, walking, and cycling with adequate resting periods are recommended they. The essentials arthritis and exercise the role, benefits and outcomes of exercise for hip pain research has established exercise as a safe and recommended treatment for these arthritides despite evidence and clinical guidelines, both consumers and health practitioners report confusion and arthritis exercise: any physical activity that. The bga treatment is an individually tailored exercise program in which patients’ most problematic physical activities are gradually increased in a time-contingent way furthermore, the intervention includes individually tailored exercises to improve impairments limiting the performance of these activities.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) are the mainstay of treatment for rheumatoid arthritis pain they help to decrease inflammation in the joints heat is used to relieve pain rather than ice packs. Summary the term osteoarthritis embraces a wide spectrum of clinical conditions with the common feature of primary joint failure while prevention is the ideal goal, opportunities to achieve it are limited by our incomplete understanding of the aetiopathology. A recent comparative analysis found that hyaluronic acid injections in the knees offer more relief to patients than nsaids and other options, for example this treatment is called. This economic analysis (15) randomised 249 participants with arthritis to the treatment or control groups using a stratified randomisation process persons in the treatment group were directed to an arthritis foundation certified.
Arthritis — comprehensive overview covers arthritis symptoms, arthritis treatment and types of arthritis the analysis of different types of body fluids can help pinpoint the type of arthritis you may have fluids commonly analyzed include blood, urine and joint fluid exercise regular exercise can help keep your joints flexible. Goal of arthritis treatment osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that causes joint pain, stiffness, and decreased function it is especially common in adults 50+ osteoarthritis treatment focuses on your ability to exercise consistently at a pain-free level you may want to try these slight exercise modifications to maximize the benefits of your aerobic activity. Treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee, 2nd edition summary of recommendations based program, the arthritis self-management program (asmp), which was modified to include an exercise component20 a harms analysis on this recommendation was not performed. A structured exercise program can be greatly beneficial to the overall well-being and functioning of the individual with rheumatoid arthritis such a program should focus on stretching, strengthening and aerobic conditioning while conserving energy.
The national institute of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases, part of the national institutes of health, supports research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases. The overall results of our meta-analysis showed a significant treatment effect in favor of exercise, but moderate to high heterogeneity among trials was present furthermore, we found a stronger favorable effect of exercise when we excluded the trial that was the source of heterogeneity. Exercise is a core treatment, yet adherence is difficult to maintain and research has shown that lack of adherence limits the long term effectiveness of exercise educate patients about the disease and the benefits of exercise. 8 exercises for people with osteoarthritis (oa) or rheumatoid arthritis (ra) brushing your teeth, buttoning your shirt, opening a jar—these are routine daily activities that most people take for granted.

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How to Make Color Mixing Bottles for Preschool
Because preschoolers are known to have a short attention span, teaching them new things must often be done in a fun manner. Learning the primary and secondary colors is one of the essential parts of preschool. To help young children learn their colors, have them make color-mixing bottles. These bottles display the primary colors, and show what happens when you mix two of these colors together. They are a good educational tool and are fun to make at the same time.
Remove the label of a 16-ounce, empty, plastic water bottle.
Fill the bottle with 6 ounces of water.
Drip two drops of blue food coloring liquid into the water with a dropper.
Pour 6 ounces of mineral oil into a bowl. Use colorless vegetable oil as an alternative.
Apply two drops of red food coloring liquid to the oil. Stir the oil with a spoon so it mixes with the color and turns red.
Place a funnel in the bottle opening, and pour the red-colored oil into the bottle with the blue-colored water.
Coat the inside of the bottle cap with a heavy-duty instant glue, and screw it onto the bottle.
Shake the bottle to mix the blue and red liquids, so it becomes purple. Put the bottle down and watch the colors separate; the red oil will be on top of the blue water.
Mark the bottles with the colors of the liquids and the color it turns into when you shake it.
Mix yellow with blue to make the color green, and mix red and yellow to get an orange color.
Add one or two more drops of food coloring to the liquids if you prefer darker colors.
- Mix yellow with blue to make the color green, and mix red and yellow to get an orange color.
- Add one or two more drops of food coloring to the liquids if you prefer darker colors.
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Disaster Recovery as a service for critical application workload with minimum downtime, data loss and reduced cost.
Tool Used: CloudEndure
Challenges and Roadblocks :
- Compliance requirement for establishing disaster recovery for business-critical applications hosted on-premises in a different seismic zone.
- Capex Investment for DR site.
- Financial Data for all users must be kept in a place where the SLA for storage is high and there is near zero data loss.
- DR site availability and physical parameters.
- Company wanted minimum recovery point objective and recovery time objective, avoiding any data loss.
Deployment (Solution and Architecture):
Proposed Solution :
Disaster recovery as a service in AWS Mumbai Region.
Below would be the functional overview of the solution,
- VPC, Subnets and security groups configuration for servers within AWS Singapore region.
- AWS managed Direct Connect to replicate date securely from Source Data center in Mumbai.
- CloudEndure DR solution is be used for replication of server images from primary site to DR site.
- Use of Throughput optimized HDD while replication for cost saving.
- Launch instances using Magnetic HDD and Gp2 SSD.
- Creation of Linux replication servers in the target region which is called as staging area.
- Network connectivity on port 443(CloudEndure Console) and 1500(via DX) from source machines.
- All on-premises machine will be replicated to single server on AWS.
- Replication will be done in real time.
- Subsequently all incremental data will be replicated online using DR tool.
- Deploy the server when DR invoke from customer end.
- Ensure Servers remote accessibility to the customer.
AWS services were used as part of the solution :
- EC2 Instances
- Direct Connect
- EBS Storage – GP2, Throughput optimized HDD , Magnetic HDD
- S3 Storage
- CloudEndure DR
- Application load balancer and WAF
Solution Description :
First point of analysis was done by visiting the client premises and understanding the operation and functional dependencies of the application and business continuity plan.
- A deep dive into the application understanding, inferred that the on premises infra was not set up for disaster, hence violating the BCP plan that the client had to comply for.
- Post identification of the situation, and discussion on the business side with the higher management for solution with minimum RTO and near zero RPO was selected.
- Hence using CloudEndure made the best solution. The agents would be installed in on-premises servers and would replicate every block level change to AWS with creating an Amazon machine image which can be launched selecting any point of Time.
- The transfer of the data had to be secured, hence Direct connect was also to be established.
- Cost of the solution was taken care as the pricing incurred would only be for a few numbers of replication servers running and the storage at any point of time. The cost of complete resources would only incur in case DR was invoked.
Key Technical Components :
Security being a deep concern and in fact, an advantage in cloud computing as software defined networking has multiple components for additional protection with complete transparency. Some key components used are Subnets, Security groups and NACL’s, Virtual Network, virtual machines, Directconnect.
- Cost Saving by running a cold DR and using HDD during replication time
- Uninterrupted connectivity using Direct connect
- Satisfactory security and compliance guidelines
- Business required RPO and RTO
- Ease of management
The Benefits :
- The Primary Benefits after hosting DR cloud is that the RTO has reduced significantly.
- Elimination of complex and time-consuming capacity planning – With Amazon S3, simply pay for what they use, and are billed for their usage as they go.
- Free-up IT resources – Improve efficiency by freeing up valuable financial and staff resources.
- Reduced Capital Expenditures – no longer needs to acquire, enterprise backup software, or hardware system. This eliminates the burden of budgeting for capital equipment well in advance as well as the capital expense.
- Availability of data for restoring on cloud– no need to locate or retrieve on physical server. During critical events such as on-premises data center outage, when many applications must be restored simultaneously and as soon as possible. None of these problems occur with Amazon S3. Data restores can begin immediately, within hours.
About the Partner :
Cloudxchange.io’s is an Advanced consulting partner with Amazon web service (AWS).
Our wide range of Cloud based offerings with comprehensive services and cost-effective approach helps customer meet their technology and business objectives.
Cloudxchange.io’s Managed Services for public clouds delivers 24×7 monitoring and management services by experienced administrators who are experts in supporting public cloud environments. As an official technology partners with leading public cloud service providers and enterprise third party vendors, we provide the much-needed technical support complimenting the infrastructure and applications.
With Cloudxchange.io’s Managed Services, the customer can rest assured knowing that their cloud infrastructure is fully managed and optimized for your business needs. Cloudxchange.io provides expert technical support with pay-as-you go managed services and improved ROI on your cloud investments.


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Role of caspases in CD95-induced biphasic activation of acid sphingomyelinase
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Mario Stephan1,*, Bärbel Edelmann2,*, Supandi Winoto-Morbach1, Ottmar Janssen1, Uwe Bertsch1, Cristiana Perrotta3, Stefan Schütze1,*, Jürgen Fritsch1,*
1Institute of Immunology, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
2Department of Hematology and Oncology, University Hospital Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
3Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences “Luigi Sacco” (DIBIC), Università degli Studi di Milano, Milano, Italy
*These authors have contributed equally to this work
Jürgen Fritsch, email: [email protected]
Keywords: acid sphingomyelinase, ceramide, CD95 ligand, internalization, CD95-receptosomes
Received: November 16, 2016 Accepted: January 24, 2017 Published: February 16, 2017
Acid sphingomyelinase (A-SMase) plays an important role in the initiation of CD95 signaling by forming ceramide-enriched membrane domains that enable clustering and activation of the death receptors. In TNF-R1 and TRAIL-R1/R2 signaling, A-SMase also contributes to the lysosomal apoptosis pathway triggered by receptor internalization. Here, we investigated the molecular mechanism of CD95-mediated A-SMase activation, demonstrating that A-SMase is located in internalized CD95-receptosomes and is activated by the CD95/CD95L complex in a biphasic manner.
Since several caspases have been described to be involved in the activation of A-SMase, we evaluated expression levels of caspase-8, caspase-7 and caspase-3 in CD95-receptosomes. The occurrence of cleaved caspase-8 correlated with the first peak of A-SMase activity and translocation of the A-SMase to the cell surface which could be blocked by the caspase-8 inhibitor IETD.
Inhibition of CD95-internalization selectively reduced the second phase of A-SMase activity, suggesting a fusion between internalized CD95-receptosomes and an intracellular vesicular pool of A-SMase. Further analysis demonstrated that caspase-7 activity correlates with the second phase of the A-SMase activity, whereas active caspase-3 is present at early and late internalization time points. Blocking caspases-7/ -3 by DEVD reduced the second phase of A-SMase activation in CD95-receptosomes suggesting the potential role of caspase-7 or -3 for late A-SMase activation.
In summary, we describe a biphasic A-SMase activation in CD95-receptosomes indicating (I.) a caspase-8 dependent translocation of A-SMase to plasma membrane and (II.) a caspase-7 and/or -3 dependent fusion of internalized CD95-receptosomes with intracellular A-SMase-containing vesicles.
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Rock around the (tenure) clock: research strategies for new academic librarians
Article publication date: 4 January 2013
An increasing amount of tenure‐track academic librarians in the USA are expected to conduct original research and publish their results in peer‐reviewed journals. However, librarians who are new not only to librarianship as a profession but also to academia may find it difficult to become acquainted with research while also mastering the day‐to‐day aspects of their job. The purpose of this paper is to examine why early career academic librarians struggle with research and to present some strategies these librarians can use to get started.
The paper takes the form of a literature review.
Librarians often do not research because of factors such as the lack of time and the lack of research skills. Many strategies, such as time management and collaboration, can help them overcome these barriers.
Research is an important topic for academic librarians who hold tenure‐track positions. However, they may be unfamiliar with the sort of research that will be required of them.
Wilkinson, Z. (2013), "Rock around the (tenure) clock: research strategies for new academic librarians", New Library World, Vol. 114 No. 1/2, pp. 54-66. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074801311291965
Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2013, Emerald Group Publishing Limited


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Anyway my mom is back home now and continues to recover which makes me feel like I'll recover my mojo with more challenges like Lawnscaping Challenge: Stitching ! My mom would not be so proud of my "stitchwork" as she is an incredible seamstress, but I think she would find it cute.
I made my own background paper using So Much To Say. Then die cut the heart and "stitched" the little edges with some Lawn Trimmings. Fussy cut the Good Fortune pieces to place in the center and for a little faux stitching added that cute little zigzag look from Home Sweet Home.
Mahalo for stopping by!


Aespa Releases ‘Welcome to MY World MV’
aespa recently uploaded a new music video for their song Welcome to MY World. The video features the group's member traveling to the hills revealing a beautiful green world.
The song is part of their 3rd mini album MY WORLD which is scheduled to be released on May 8, KST.
aespa is a four-member K-pop girl group that debuted under SM Entertainment in November 2020. The group consists of Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning, and they have quickly gained popularity for their unique concept and impressive skills.
One of the defining features of aespa is their concept of "avatars". Each member has a virtual counterpart in the digital world, which allows for innovative and interactive performances. The avatars are named æ-Karina, æ-Giselle, æ-Winter, and æ-Ningning, and they are brought to life through advanced technology and cutting-edge graphics.
In terms of music, aespa's debut single "Black Mamba" was a huge success, topping charts in Korea and around the world. The song is a high-energy dance track with a catchy chorus and impressive choreography. aespa has also released several other songs, including "Forever", "Next Level", and "Savage".


72-year-old jailed for sex abuse offences against children
An Edinburgh man has been jailed for a string of historical sex abuse offences against children.
Appearing at Dundee Sheriff Court on Wednesday, James Rennie, also known as James Black, was sentenced to for 42 months in prison.
The now 72-year-old, who resided in Edinburgh, has also been registered indefinitely as a sex offender.
Police have said the offences were committed in Fife more than 30 years ago.
They took place in the Tayport area of Fife between 1977 and 1981, and were reported to police in 2016.
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Rennie was found guilty at Dundee Sheriff Court on 13th July 2018.
Detective Constable Kenny Watt of Fife’s Public Protection Unit said: “Rennie’s conviction is due to the courage and strength of the victims in coming forward, and I hope that a prison sentence has helped to give them some sense of closure.
“Time is no barrier to reporting sexual crimes.”


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The Strategic Initiative for Korean Studies (SIKS) is pleased to re-announce its 2008 Publication Grant for Korean studies. The SIKS was established in May 2007 in the Academy of Korean Studies with the support of the Ministry of Education. The SIKS provides publication grants for ① 100 Korean Classics in English and ② Modern Korea (subjects related to contemporary Korea). You may submit an application for publication of academic books related to ① and ② mentioned above.
A maximum of 10,000,000 Korean Won is awarded to books that are to be published by a prominent Academic Press in Europe or North America. Post-doc. scholars can also apply for publication subsidy to publish their dissertation on the subject of “100 Korean Classics in English” or “Modern Korea” (Priority will be given to those books which deal with Korea’s economic development or democractization)
* For the list of “100 Korean Classics in English” see http://siks.aks.ac.kr
2. Application Submission
Please submit documents as follows:
- A copy of a publication contract (a provisional contract is not acceptable)
- Application for Publication Grant ☞ Download an application form
- Resume of applicant and a list of publications
* Download the files from http://siks.aks.ac.kr
3. New Application Deadline, By November 30, 2008
Submit all documents via e-mail first and then send the original via international express (must be postmarked by November 30, 2008 ).
For more information, firstname.lastname@example.org


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Scleroderma is a chronic, degenerative, autoimmune disorder that leads to the over-production of collagen in the body's connective tissue. The word "scleroderma" means "hardening of the skin" and refers to one of the possible physical effects of the disease.
If systemic (throughout the body), scleroderma is known as progressive systemic sclerosis.
Approximately 300,000 people in the U.S. have scleroderma. Women are affected three times as often as men. Although the disease can develop at any age, it most frequently appears in the third to fifth decades of life. It is most frequently a chronic and often progressive illness.
Collagen, a protein manufactured by the connective tissues of the body, is produced in excess in someone suffering with scleroderma. This over-production of collagen can be likened to the process of "scarring," which is the way the body heals a wound.
For persons with scleroderma, the production of collagen is abnormal, depositing it in various organs and/or tissues of the body, especially in layers of the skin.
It is important to stress that the symptoms of scleroderma vary greatly from person to person, as though each person with scleroderma has his/her own version of the disease. Although scleroderma can indeed be serious, most people are able to live a normal life span with varying degrees of discomfort and/or disability.
There are two forms of scleroderma: localized and generalized (also called systemic sclerosis).
- affects mainly the skin in different areas of the body
- may affect muscles and bone
- does not affect internal organs
- is not usually as severe as generalized scleroderma
- does not usually develop into generalized scleroderma
Generalized scleroderma affects the skin and/or internal body parts, such as blood vessels, the digestive system (esophagus, stomach, and bowel), the heart, lungs, kidneys, muscles, and joints.
Generalized scleroderma most often presents as either CREST syndrome or diffuse scleroderma.
CREST is an acronym derived from the syndrome's five most prominent symptoms:
- C - calcinosis, painful calcium deposits in the skin
- R - Raynaud's phenomenon, abnormal blood flow in response to cold or stress, often in the fingers
- E - esophageal dysfunction, difficulty swallowing caused by internal scarring
- S - sclerodactyly, tightening of the skin on the fingers and toes
- T - telangiectasia, red spots on the hands, palms, forearms, face and lips
Diffuse scleroderma appears as thickening of the skin that often spreads from the fingers and hands to the face, trunk or major organs.
Other less common forms of scleroderma include chemically induced localized scleroderma, eosinophilic myalgia syndrome (a disorder caused by the ingestion of L-tryptophan), toxic oil syndrome (associated with contaminated oil), and graft-versus-host disease.
Effects Of Scleroderma On The Body
- Scleroderma in the skin may cause the cessation of hair growth and sweating; and the tightening and thinning of skin over the knuckles or finger joints, resulting in ulcers (open sores) and curving of the digits.
- Scleroderma in the kidney may cause severe hypertension (high blood pressure) and kidney failure.
- Scleroderma in the gastrointestinal tract hampers the action of the smooth muscle that lines the esophagus, small intestine, and colon; resulting in swallowing difficulties, malabsorption of digested food into the circulation, severe constipation and/or possible intestinal obstruction.
- Scleroderma in the lung makes the lungs less flexible and reduces their blood supply resulting in shortness of breath, susceptibility to bronchial problems, and pulmonary fibrosis (scarring and thickening of lung tissue).
- Scleroderma in the heart and pericardium (fibrous sac that lines the heart) restricts the normal pulsation and pumping of the blood by encasing the heart in a shell of sclerosed tissue. This may lead to heart failure.
- Scleroderma in the joints causes arthritic symptoms such as inflammation, pain, swelling, stiffness, redness, and, in some cases, joint deformity.
The cause of scleroderma is unknown. It is not contagious. It is not passed on from one generation to the next, except in rare circumstances.
The following are some of the symptoms of scleroderma:
- Gradual hardening, thickening, and tightening of the skin, usually in extremities such as hands, face, and feet
- Skin discoloration
- Numbness of extremities
- Shiny skin
- Small white lumps under the surface of the skin that erupt into a chalky white fluid
- Raynaud's phenomenon (pain, numbness, and/or color changes in the hands caused by spasm of the blood vessels upon exposure to cold or emotional stress)
- Telangiectasia (red spots on the hands, palms, forearms, face, and lips)
- Pain and/or stiffness of the joints
- Swelling of the hands and feet
- Itching of the skin
- Stiffening and curling of the fingers
- Ulcers (sores) on the outside of certain joints, often the knuckles and elbows
- Digestive problems such as heartburn, difficulty in swallowing, diarrhea, and constipation
- Fatigue and weakness
- Shortness of breath
- Weight loss
- Hair loss
- Internal organ problems
The diagnosis of scleroderma is made by a medical history, physical examination and diagnostic tests.
The diagnostic tests may include skin biopsy (removal of a sample of skin for examination) and blood tests.
Other tests, such as pulmonary function studies for the lungs, chest X-rays, studies of gastrointestinal function, and electrocardiography (EKG of the heart) may be performed to determine the disease's severity and effect on the internal organs.
Currently, there is no cure for scleroderma and treatment involves alleviating specific symptoms associated with scleroderma.
- To treat skin thickening, medications may include penicillamine.
- To treat kidney problems, medications to lower blood pressure such as vasodilators, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, and calcium channel blockers may help.
- To treat gastrointestinal discomfort and infection, medications such as antacids, H2 blockers (e.g., Tagamet), omeprazole, and antibiotics may help.
- To treat esophageal disease, any medication recommended by a physician should be taken in liquid or crushed form. Patients with esophageal reflux should avoid late-night meals and elevate the head of their bed 4 to 6 inches.
- To treat joint pain and swelling, medications such as aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may help.
- To treat joint and muscle stiffness, steroid medications, as well as heat therapy, physical therapy, and exercise may help.
- To treat Raynaud's phenomenon, calcium channel blockers may help.
One way to reduce the discomfort that comes with scleroderma is to take an active role in protection.
- Keep warm - exposure to cold can trigger Raynaud's phenomenon
- Develop a physical therapy program with your physician to keep joints flexible
- Wear protective joint equipment to avoid sprains and strains of joints
- Protect feet and hands from injury and infection
- Moisturize the skin to keep it flexible
- Avoid using strong detergents, cleansers, and solvents
- Get enough sleep
- Reduce stress
- Do not smoke
Do any tests need to be done for diagnosis?
What type of scleroderma is it?
What areas or organs have been affected?
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What treatment do you recommend?
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Dentistry and Oral Surgery
The Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service at the Cornell University Hospital for Animals offers routine dental care and treatment of advanced dental and oral diseases in dogs, cats and exotic pets. Our staff includes two board-certified veterinarians who specialize in treating a wide range of conditions including maxillofacial trauma, oral tumors, developmental defects and salivary gland disease.
Our specialists offer advanced diagnostic techniques including full-mouth radiographic studies and dental charting. We routinely perform advanced imaging studies prior to treating maxillofacial trauma and oral tumors. We work in a state-of-the-art suite equipped with digital radiography, rotary endodontic instrumentation, air-driven dental units, and a piezoelectric oral surgery unit.
We frequently partner and consult other services in the hospital including Anesthesiology, Oncology and Surgery to provide the most comprehensive care for your pet.
- Conventional and surgical root canal treatment
- Partial coronal pulpectomy
- Routine periodontal treatment
- Simple and surgical extractions and coronectomy
- Periodontal surgery
- Management of traumatic malocclusion
- Treatment of carious lesions
- Surgical biopsies and oral tumor staging
- Oral tumor resection
- Palatal defect repair
- Maxillofacial repair
Dental disease is the most common disease of small animals. The most common types of dental disease among small animals include periodontal (gum) disease, endodontic (nerve) disease, and tooth resorption, where part or all of a tooth is lost because body cells attack the tooth.
Cavities or decay are not as frequent in dogs as they are in humans, and apparently do not affect cats.
Even though dental disease can be severe and painful, and seriously affect the general health status and quality of life of an individual, animals usually conceal their discomfort, so clinical signs and symptoms can be very subtle. Possible signs of dental disease include bad breath, excessive drooling, pawing at the face, difficulty eating, bleeding or recessed gums, and tooth loss.
Dental disease can be suspected based on reported symptoms and a conscious oral and physical examination. However, a definitive diagnosis and treatment plan can only be established with the animal under general anesthesia; the standard of care for the diagnosis of dental disease includes dental probing and charting, and full-mouth x-rays. Once a diagnosis is established, treatment is usually performed while the animal remains under anesthesia.
Common treatment for canine and feline dental disease includes ultrasonic scaling and polishing of teeth above and below the gumline, periodontal surgery, root canal therapy, extractions and fillings.
When properly diagnosed, most dental conditions are treatable and the prognosis is excellent. Adequately treated patients usually experience relief and owners normally notice a dramatic improvement in attitude, appetite and overall health.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Cats and dogs also present with diseases and conditions that require oral or maxillofacial surgery. The most common conditions include traumatic injuries, such as fractures or lacerations; palatal defects, such as oronasal fistula and cleft palate; and oral tumors.
Many patients with traumatic injuries are initially treated by the Emergency and Critical Care Service for initial stabilization, and are then transferred to the Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service for specific maxillofacial procedures. To diagnose their injuries, typically x-rays and/or CT scanning are performed.
The treatment approach and techniques differ with each case and depend on a variety of factors. The outcome and prognosis of most maxillofacial traumatic injuries is good.
Patients with oral tumors typically require an initial appointment where we conduct an examination and imaging scans to determine the exact nature of the tumor and any associated disease. After a precise diagnosis is made, many oral tumors can be removed surgically. Often times, the Oncology Service will recommend additional treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation. The outcome and prognosis of patients with oral tumors varies, and depends on the exact nature of the tumor and stage of the disease.
Patients with palatal defects typically undergo definitive surgical repair after a planning session that may include CT imaging. Depending on the size and location of the defect, final correction may require a multi-stage approach. The outcome of palatal defect repair is usually good.
Maxillofacial Reconstruction for "Bella" Dasson
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The next day, we performed a CT scan of Bella's head to better document the extent and severity of the injuries sustained to her face. Bella’s upper and lower jaws had multiple, severe fractures. Without surgery, she would have been permanently disfigured and disabled. Bella was transferred to the Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service for repair of her maxillofacial injuries and facial reconstruction. Dr. Santiago Peralta performed the surgery assisted by Shantell Hassey, a fourth-year veterinary student.
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Singapore is pushing ahead with its drive to commercialise 5G technology applications across the island state.
The latest initiative in this direction is a S$30 million fund to test and adopt 5G solutions in the country, which the Singapore government announced earlier this year.
The government had already rolled out a previous S$40 million grant under the Infocomm Media Development Authority’s (IMDA) 5G Innovation Programme in 2019. This fund has already been disbursed, thus the need for a new fund.
While the earlier fund was to kickstart small-scale pilot projects using 5G technology, the new S$30 million fund, announced by Singapore’s Minister for Communications and Information S. Iswaran, is to drive commercial adoption by companies in actual use cases, according to Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) chief executive Lew Chuen Hong.
Iswaran announced the new grant at Singapore’s port, Pasir Panjang Terminal, where 5G application trials are underway. These involve automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and rubber-tyred gantry cranes. These trials are a collaboration among government agency IMDA, telecommunication providers M1 and Singtel, and the Port of Singapore Authority (PSA) and the Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).
At present, only four of about 30 driverless AGVs in Pasir Panjang Terminal run via 5G to move cargo within the port area. The aim is to operate more than 2,000 AGVs concurrently in the upcoming Tuas Megaport with 5G technology. This will mean immense gain for productivity because the previous 4G technology allows the concurrent operation of only 300 to 400 AGVs.
Besides the 5G trials at Singapore’s ports, there are other use cases in trial. These include a cloud gaming trial between Singtel and Razer, a smart manufacturing tie-up among M1, IBM, and Samsung, and soon to start trials of autonomous mobile robots that communicate via 5G networks for last-mile delivery of food and goods by M1, tech firm and automotive supplier Continental Automotive Singapore, and the government sustainability entity JTC.
The new fund’s announcement is seen as forerunner to the upcoming launch of Singapore’s two nationwide 5G networks. These networks aim to cover at least half of the island by 2023, Hong has said.
Reiterating Singapore’s push for wider adoption of 5G technology, Iswaran said again on 2 March during a parliamentary debate, “We are scaling up our efforts to go digital. We must continue the search for technology solutions that can power the next bound of our economic growth, and strengthen our position as a hub for digital innovation. 5G is key to this as it will be the backbone of our digital infrastructure. Singapore will have at least 50% 5G standalone outdoor coverage by the end of next year, and nationwide coverage by the end of 2025.”
Further, Janil Puthucheary, the senior minister of State, Ministry of Communications and Information, said at the MCI Committee of Supply Debate 2021 on the same day, “Looking ahead, we will need world-class, secure, and resilient 5G networks. It was thus a policy priority for our nationwide 5G networks to be standalone—new standalone networks, 5G, all the way through from end to end. 5G standalone networks unlock the full suite of capabilities including network slicing and ultrareliable low-latency communications necessary for applications such as cloud gaming and smart factories.”


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A striking spotty horse silhouette appliqued onto a cotton cushion.
A perfect cushion for a horse mad little girl or boy!
This would make a great birthday or Christmas gift for a child who loves horses! Because of the range of colours available it can suit both boys and girls.
The horse is hand traced, hand cut and machine appliqued by me, in my rural Devon shed.
This cushion is available in two sizes - 30cm or 40cm.
The horse is available in a choice of colours - dusty pink spot, royal blue spot, dusty blue spot, lilac spot or dusty green spot. It is backed in the same fabric as the horse.
I always aim to complete orders within 10-14 days, but as each cushion is made to order please note it could take up to 28 days for delivery.
This listing is for the cover only, but you have the option of including a feather inner with your order.
This cushion is made of 100% cotton and has an envelope back for easy removal and washing.
Smaller size: 30cm x 30cm x 8cm approx
Larger size: 40cm x 40cm x 8cm approx

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The hotel has a conference department as well. the hotel gives an air of luxury, It is clean, very nice bathroom, quiet room (high up), very friendly and helpful staff. Very confusing light switch regime, but that's not important.
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