PARIS (Reuters) - Iran has stockpiled enough low-enriched uranium for 1-2 nuclear arms but it would not make sense for it to cross the bomb-making threshold with only this amount, a former top U.N. nuclear official was quoted as saying.
In unusual public remarks about Iran’s disputed nuclear programme Olli Heinonen, the former chief of U.N. nuclear inspections worldwide, told Le Monde newspaper that Iran’s uranium reserve still represented a “threat.”
Until he stepped down earlier this month for personal reasons, Heinonen was deputy director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency and head of its nuclear safeguards department, which verifies that countries’ nuclear programmes are not being diverted for military use.
A no-nonsense Finn, he was one of the U.N. agency’s leading experts on Iran, which denies Western suspicions that its nuclear programme is aimed at making bombs despite intelligence indications to the contrary, which he investigated for years.
In the interview published on Thursday, Heinonen said the Islamic Republic now possessed three tonnes of low-enriched uranium, material which can be used to fuel nuclear power plants, or form the core of a bomb if refined much further.
“In theory, it is enough to make one or two nuclear arms. But to reach the final step, when one only has just enough material for two weapons, does not make sense,” Heinonen said in the interview carried out just before he left office.
In comments translated from English to French, he suggested this was not sufficient to constitute a serious bargaining chip in any negotiations with the United States, the Islamic Republic’s old adversary.
“But this constitutes a ... threat,” he said, apparently referring to Iran’s LEU stockpile.
Heinonen said the United States estimated that Iran would need a year to convert its low-enriched uranium to higher-grade material, adding that this was a not a “bad estimate.”
Top Pentagon officials told the U.S. Congress in April that Iran could produce enough highly enriched uranium for a single nuclear weapon in as little as a year -- but would probably need three to five years to assemble, test and deploy it.
World powers hope that new U.N., U.S. and European sanctions imposed on Iran since June will persuade it to enter negotiations on its nuclear programme which the West hopes will lead to a suspension of all uranium enrichment activity.
Iran, which says its nuclear work is aimed at generating electricity so that it can export more of its gas and oil, has repeatedly ruled out halting enrichment, while keeping the door open for talks.
Heinonen is probably best known for giving a closed-door presentation to diplomats on Iran in 2008 which indicated links between projects to process uranium, test explosives and modify a missile cone in a way suitable for a nuclear warhead.
His department’s five-year investigation based on Western intelligence funneled to the agency helped harden IAEA concerns that Iran might have worked to develop a nuclear-armed missile and was still doing so.
Tehran says the intelligence is forged and that its atomic work is solely for peaceful purposes.
Additional reporting by Sylvia Westall and Fredrik Dahl in Vienna; Editing by Mark Heinrich
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Currently, CHFJPY’s rate is down -530 pips (-0.04%) from the hour prior. This is a reversal of the price action on the previous hour, in which price moved up. If you’re a trend trader, consider that the strongest clear trend on the hourly chart exists on the 20 hour timeframe. Price action traders may also wish to note that we see a doji candlestick pattern on CHFJPY. Given that we see an uptrend on the 20 hourly candle timeframe, and that such candlestick patterns often denote reversals, this may be worth noting. The moving averages on the hourly timeframe suggest a choppiness in price, as the 20, 50, 100 and 200 are all in a mixed alignment — meaning the trend across timeframes is inconsistent, indicating a potential opportunity for rangebound traders.
CHFJPY End of Day Recap
Updated 00:30 GMT (04:30 EST)
The back and forth price flow continues for CHFJPY, which started today off at 120.641, up 40 pips 0.33% from yesterday. Compared to its peers in the Forex, CHFJPY gave its buyers a return that ranked 19th in terms of percentage change since yesterday. Below is a price chart of CHFJPY.
CHFJPY Technical Analysis
Coming into today the current price of CHFJPY is sitting close to its 20 and 50 day moving averages; moving average crosses often indicate a change in momentum, so this may be worth keeping an eye on. The clearest trend exists on the 30 day timeframe, which shows price moving up over that time. Or to simplify this another way, note that out of the past 30 days CHFJPY’s price has gone up 16 them.

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(SCHENECTADY, N.Y.) – Red Horse, the new-folk supergroup featuring singer-songwriters John Gorka, Eliza Gilkyson, and Lucy Kaplansky, will appear in concert at the Eighth Step at Proctors (GE Theatre) on Saturday, January 7, 2012, at 7:30 p.m.
Together these three veteran songwriters team up to cover each other’s songs and breathe new life into old favorites, awash in gorgeous harmonies and simple acoustic production. Although they have been friends for years and recorded on each other’s albums, Red Horse is the first truly collaborative effort by Kaplansky, Gilkyson and Gorka, inspired by shows they did during Red House Records’ 25th Anniversary Tour.
“It was a project conceived, developed and released with a sense of play,” John Gorka says. “Who’d have known solitary types could get along?”
Gilkyson agrees. “If I had to use only one word to sum up this project I would use the word ‘harmony’– not just in terms of the vocals but also in the way we relate to each other,” she says. “We’re friends, we love each other’s work and we love to sing together.”
Kaplansky adds, “Eliza and John are two of my very favorite artists and people, so it’s been amazing to hear my songs sung by these great singers and to have the chance to sing lead on their beautiful songs.”
The Eighth Step at Proctors (GE Theatre) is at 432 State Street, Schenectady, N.Y. Doors open at 7 pm; GE Theatre is wheelchair accessible; free audience parking is available at Metroplex Garage, around the corner on Broadway.
Tickets are $28/$26 advance, available through The Eighth Tix/Info Line at 518.434.1703; online at Eighth Step; through Proctors Box Office 518.346.6204; also at The Eighth Step Albany ticket outlet: Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza.
For further information call The Eighth Step at 518.434.1703 or visit online at Eighth Step.


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Auckland Council’s five-year milestone is an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of the Albert-Eden Local Board during this time.
As Auckland strives to become the world’s most liveable city, one key event that continues to educate Aucklanders on topical worldwide city developments is Auckland Conversations.
A tree will soon again stand on the tihi (summit) of Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill.
Manager Māori Strategy and Relations Manager, Te Waka Angamua, Johnnie Freeland, talks about the progress Māori and the council have made together over the past five years and some challenges for the future.
The orchards, wineries and a passion for being eco-friendly are just...
Experience the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi for relaxation, balance and well-being for free.
Join Dr.Nozomu Kawai for Contennial LTutankhamun lecture.
A free ceramic painting workshop and a friendly discussion around art themes.
Enjoy the Diwali jigsaw puzzle with your family.
Join us for our special rhymetime, as we get ready for Diwali, the festival of lights, with songs in Hindi and English.
Join us for intercultural celebration of Indian and Chinese performances.
HeritageTalks: The passing of the pioneers: the obituaries of the Old Colonists and a changing country with Liam Appleton
Research Librarian Liam Appleton will tell us about Pakeha New Zealanders understanding of themselves amidst an increasingly developing and urbanised country.

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Ready to roll? Our technicians are trained to perform 2009 Suzuki SX4 wheel alignments. Schedule your alignment today.
Alignment services involve precise adjustments to your Suzuki SX4’s suspension system, which serves to attach your wheels to your vehicle. When your car has an alignment service, calculated changes are made to the angles of your tires. This is so that your tires hit the road at an optimal angle for your vehicle’s performance — just as Suzuki intended. When your suspension is aligned to Suzuki’s optimal measurements, all of your tires experience equal pressure. As a result, you get several benefits: your ride is smoother, your tires wear more evenly and last longer, and there’s less strain put on your car’s suspension system. Before we adjust the alignment of your 2009 Suzuki SX4, we’ll start by checking the current alignment angles. If needed, we'll adjust your wheel alignment angles to match Suzuki recommendations. We’ll make sure your tire pressure is at the correct level, too.
To keep your suspension in good shape, have your Suzuki SX4 alignment checked about every 6,000 miles. Even a small misalignment can decrease your fuel efficiency, and could lead to premature wear and tear on your vehicle if left unaddressed. You may also want to stop by for an alignment check if you notice any of the following with your 2009 Suzuki SX4: a pull to one side while the car is in motion, rapid or uneven wear on one or more tires, a steering wheel that feels off center or crooked while driving straight ahead, or noticeable squealing noises from your tires. Unlike with other potential issues, you won’t see any dashboard warning lights in your SX4 if your wheel alignment needs attention.
Suzuki SX4 wheel alignment doesn't cost as much as you might think. In the long run, it could actually help you save money. Appropriately aligned wheels can support increased tire lifespan and fuel efficiency, meaning you could get more miles out of the same tires or tank of gas. Regular wheel alignment checks and adjustments could also cut down on future auto repairs. Call your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for an accurate 2009 Suzuki SX4 wheel alignment estimate.
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The brief respite from painfully high stock correlations that European stock pickers enjoyed after last week's bailout news ended sharply today, as news of Greece voting on austerity measures sent both correlations and volatility upwards yet again.
The brief respite from painfully high stock correlations that European stock pickers enjoyed after last week’s bailout news ended sharply today, as news of Greece voting on austerity measures sent both correlations and volatility upwards yet again.
It is the latest statistical proof – if any were needed – that markets are returning quickly to a stance of ‘fear first’ these days.
The high intra-market correlations that result from this are poor conditions for stock pickers, because their ability to pick good stocks from bad ones is of limited use if all stocks move uniformly, according to Axoima.
Its analytical software tracks intra-security correlation and volatility, among other variables.
It said correlation between securities fell sharply in response to last Thursday’s European rescue package announcement.
It attributed the retracing of this measure, three trading days later, to the referendum Greek prime minister George Papandreou (pictured) announced yesterday for his citizens.
Eurozone macro concerns are coming again to “the top of people’s minds”, said Olivier d’Assier, Axioma Asia’s managing director.
“By the end of last month, all our risk models were showing that volatility had dropped significantly on the news of the European rescue package for Greece. Additionally, the wide spread between them had declined to just 4% as details of the euro rescue package emerged. This showed a general consensus had emerged in the market about the positive impact of this response.
“The announcement by the Greeks is going to have a big impact on the markets. By the end of this week I expect our risk models to point to increased uncertainty, translating into higher readings for volatility, correlations, and a widening spread among our risk models.”
He said this would mark a return to the “risk environment in September, undoing the good work achieved through the announcement of the rescue package. Markets live week to week as investors lack the confidence needed to make longer-term forecasts.”
He added worse news, and even higher correlations, could come if the Greek public votes against the austerity measures. “We will also see risk spreads across models return to pre-package highs, or higher, if systemic risk from a potential Greek default comes into the picture.”
In coming days Axioma’s analysts will be watching their system for any signs of increased risk from September’s peaks, suggesting “new sources of uncertainty, like a systemic risk on the EU banking sector from a Greek default.
“What investors need to see for volatility and correlation levels to return to the October lows is the same sense of urgency in the implementation of these measures as was shown in their design. Without a credible implementation plan, this is just a plan and it will not convince investors that the worst is behind them.”
D’Assier noted early last month that average asset correlation had jumped from 31.8% over the preceeding five years, to 46% since August. It was at its second highest point since September 2000, lower only than one other peak last year.
He said: “Correlation is a problem for stock pickers because if all the assets are moving together, you cannot pick winners from losers, nor differentiate yourself as a good stock picker from a bad one. There is not a single industry that is not positively correlated to another, whereas 10 years ago a lot were, especially during and after the dot.com bubble.”
Reflecting the flipside of the high inter-correlation statistics, the percentage of FTSE Europe stocks with negative correlations to other benchmark constituents has fallen from an average of 17% from 2000 to 2005, to just 2.2%.


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Activation of a flavin monooxygenase gene YUCCA7 enhances drought resistance in Arabidopsis
Auxin regulates diverse molecular and physiological events at the cellular and organismal levels during plant growth and development in response to environmental stimuli. It acts either through distinct signaling pathways or in concert with other growth hormones. Its biological functions are adjusted by modulating biosynthesis, conjugate formation, and polar transport and distribution. Several tryptophan-dependent and -independent auxin biosynthetic pathways have been proposed. Recent studies have shown that a few flavin monooxygenase enzymes contribute to the tryptophan-dependent auxin biosynthesis. Here, we show that activation of a flavin monooxygenase gene YUCCA7 (YUC7), which belongs to the tryptophan-dependent auxin biosynthetic pathway, enhances drought resistance. An Arabidopsis activation-tagged mutant yuc7-1D exhibited phenotypic changes similar to those observed in auxin-overproducing mutants, such as tall, slender stems and curled, narrow leaves. Accordingly, endogenous levels of total auxin were elevated in the mutant. The YUC7 gene was induced by drought, primarily in the roots, in an abscisic acid (ABA)-dependent manner. The yuc7-1D mutant was resistant to drought, and drought-responsive genes, such as RESPONSIVE TO DESSICATION 29A (RD29A) and COLD-REGULATED 15A (COR15A), were up-regulated in the mutant. Interestingly, whereas stomatal aperture and production of osmoprotectants were not discernibly altered, lateral root growth was significantly promoted in the yuc7-1D mutant when grown under drought conditions. These observations support that elevation of auxin levels in the roots enhances drought resistance possibly by promoting root growth.
KeywordsArabidopsis Auxin biosynthesis Drought Flavin monooxygenase Root growth YUC7
Cauliflower Mosaic Virus
Quantitative real-time RT-PCR
RESPONSIVE TO DESSICATION 29A
Scanning electron microscopy
Thermal asymmetric interlaced PCR
This work was supported by the Leaping Research Program (20110016440) provided by the National Research Foundation of Korea, the Next-Generation BioGreen 21 program (Plant Molecular Breeding Center No. PJ008103) provided by the Rural Development Administration, and by grants from the Plant Signaling Network Research Center (20110001099), the National Research Foundation of Korea (20110027355), and the Agricultural R & D Promotion Center (309017-03), Korea Ministry for Food, Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
Conflict of interest
The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.
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Come along to our adults only, after-hours night of entertainment exploring the world underground where species and time intermingle.
This Lates is inspired by our new exhibition Hollow Earth, a major thematic art exhibition bringing together a wide range of responses to the image and idea of the cave. It includes painting, photography, sculpture, and video, as well as objects from RAMM’s collection, from ancient history through to modern and contemporary art.
Dance along to Exmoor band CaveMouth and their fabulously gritty original sound, blending blues, funk and hip-hop liberally sprinkled with saxophone and conscious lyrics (or ‘Swamp Funk’ as the band like to call it).
Enjoy time with Professor Jamie Hampson from UofE talking about ‘the Images of power: why should we care about rock art’? Drawing on his 25 years of archaeological and anthropological fieldwork in Africa, the Americas and Australia he’ll explore what exactly some rock imagery means, the power of rock art motifs and their future. We’ll also be joined on the night by James Hull from Kents Cavern who will talk about a current exciting project exploring the people behind some recent cave art discoveries right here in Devon.
Teacher Steve Banks will be on hand to guide you through a mindfulness session in the dark, where you will use visualisation techniques to bring on the feeling of being in a cave.
Enjoy a performance by choir MenSing who will sing a collection of songs about caves, mining and stone, inspired by the Beer Quarry Caves in East Devon, and created in collaboration with a Chilean refugee musician from a mining community. There will also be the opportunity for you to learn how to hold and play the bones, eventually being able to play along together in a group.
Learn from collage artist Agnieszka Zajac and create your own a unique and nostalgic artwork. Using words and image prompts inspired by Hollow Earth, you will work with vintage photographs and retro National Geographics to create your piece. This part of the evening needs to be booked in advance and details will be sent out in an email nearer to the time. Rock out with cave art and add your own pictures to our ‘cave wall’ as well as creating your own mini piece of rock art to take home with you.
Gilly Fox, Assistant Curator at the Hayward Gallery, will be joining us on the evening. You will have the opportunity to join a guided tour of the exhibition, led by Gilly, as well as listen to her in conversation with artist Steve Claydon, who features in Hollow Earth.
Or simply relax and catch-up with friends over a drink or a bite to eat. The Museum Café will be open and Bar Nova will be with us to provide all your beverage requirements on the night.
Book your tickets now to be sure not to miss out!

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Three Teams Win at Conservatory
Palm Coast, Fla. – The Winter Series traveled to The Conservatory at Hammock Beach for the last four-ball event of the season. Southern Hills proved to be a great test for the players over the two-day tournament.
Jim Loftin and Harrell Robinson III took home the win the Mid-Amateur Division on Tuesday, while Jack Hannon and Jimmy Jones Sr were victorious in the Senior Division. Gary Blackwell and Larry Smith captured the Super-Senior Division.
Loftin and Robinson took home a one-shot victory in the Mid-Amateur at Hammock Beach, finishing the week at 8-under 136. The pair fired a first-round 65, finishing the day with eight birdies, to take a share of the first-round lead with Jonathan Davis and Scott Dellorso.
Loftin and Robinson began the day with an even-par front nine to make the turn with the solo lead. The pair added two more birdies on the back side to card a 1-under 71 in the final round to secure the win.
Thad Hudgens and Chad Ibbotson finished one shot back in second at 7-under 137, finishing the tournament with rounds of 68-69. After a final-round 73, Davis and Dellorso took home third palce at 6-under 138.
Jones and Hannon and Ealker finished the tournament at the top of the Senior Division leaderboard with an 8-under 136. Following the first round, Jones and Hannon sat in first place after a 5-under 67 on Monday, finishing the day with six birdies.
Beginning the final round with a share of the lead, Jones and Hannon got off to a strong start, making the turn at 3 under for the day. They finished the day with a 3-under 69 to capture the six-shot victory.
The teams of Tony Clark & Colm O'Driscoll and Jacques Legere & Mark Mitchell finished in a tie for second at 5-under 139.
Blackwell and Smith fired a 12-under 132 to capture the six-stroke victory in the Super-Senior Division. The duo posted a 10-under 62, the low round of the tournament, to take a five-shot lead over the field. They finished Monday with 10 birdies, including four-straight to end the round.
The pair carded a 2-under 70 in the final round to secure the victory. The teams of Kevin Macy & Gregory Shires and Doug LaCrosse & Kim Schwencke finished the week in a tie for second at 6-under 138.

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Biden Administration: Here's Who Has Been Confirmed So Far
Updated on Jan. 26 at 1 p.m. ET
Hours after he was sworn in Wednesday, the U.S. Senate began confirming President Biden's nominees for key positions in his administration.
That's a slower pace than for recent administrations. Former President Donald Trump had two Cabinet members confirmed by Inauguration Day in 2017, while former President Barack Obama had six by the time he took the oath of office.
Biden has announced acting officials to temporarily lead federal agencies.
Biden has chosen officials to oversee U.S. intelligence and defense, and spearhead relations with world leaders and international coalitions. All of these officials must be confirmed by the Senate.
As the U.S. continues to fight through a recession brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, Biden has made picks to lead his economic, financial and trade policy. These positions must be confirmed by the Senate.
Biden will overhaul departments to remove President Trump's appointees and nominate officials to carry out his policy agenda. These officials require Senate confirmation.
These officials will work on Biden's push to roll back Trump administration policies on immigration and climate as well as help with the coronavirus response. Many of these officials for key agencies must also receive Senate confirmation.
These are the top aides who Biden will count on to run his White House and advise him on top policy initiatives. Most do not need confirmation by the U.S. Senate.
This page was originally published on Nov. 17 at 11:49 a.m. ET.
Copyright 2021 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
An earlier version of this story incorrectly indicated that the CDC director position requires Senate confirmation. It does not.


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1 set of medium almond nails.Soft pink matte nails with rose and gold foil accent nails and finished with Swarovski thumb design.
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Incase has just announced this new collection of Apple iPhone 4S cases by Marc by Marc Jacobs. The collection features signature Marc Jacobs prints set on the ubiquitous Incase design. The first collaboration between the two, the offering seems to skew towards women, but that’s just a matter of perspective. We’d gladly rock any of them.
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KiddyKeys Music Classesabu_dhabi, Explore The City
KiddyKeys focuses on the piano, teaching musical concepts and music appreciation to young children. Appealing to all learners, this original music program enables children to explore the piano through improvisation and easily learn musical concepts. It's a great way to prepare children for school or future piano lessons. The primary goal of this class is to lay a solid foundation for your child's education. Melodica Institute's Kid's Music programs specifically focus on children's different developmental stages. All programs and activities are based on the latest research in music and child development.


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One of the best techniques for a new angler to learn is jigging. This article will help you master the basics and start using jigging to up your strikes.
Jigging describes the jumpy, vertical movement of a lure in the water column. This movement is made by an angler jerking or popping the tip of his or her rod. This movement imitates the way an injured baitfish would behave, which attracts the attention of larger game fish.
As a beginner there are two ways to learn jigging. One is to jig an already drifting hook up and down. Another is to cast a lure and jig it from side to side as you reel it back in. Just remember that in order to keep the jig deep in the water and near the bottom, you’ll need to reel your line in slowly.
Many different kinds of lures are used as jig rigs, including plastic worms and the hook-and-feather combos known as bucktails. Spoons are ideal for jigging, as their concave metal design combined with the jerking motion of jigging creates a very lifelike movement and flashing in the water.
How to Jig in 4 Simple Steps
Jigging is not complicated but does require a little practice. Here are four steps to follow:
- Cast out and allow the jig to sink. You can either wait until you feel it hit the bottom or count down the seconds.
- Using your wrist to drive the motion, snap the rod tip up quickly and then let the jig drop back down.
- You can jig in different directions: up and down; up, down, and sideways; or side to side.
- Prepare for a strike by by reeling down just a bit to keep your line tight. Then repeat the above steps until you do get one.
Types of Jigs
Different types of jigs are best depending on what kind of fish you’re trying to catch. Some of these types are the flipping jig, punch jig, football jig, slow-pitch jig, casting/structure jig, swim jig, and finesse jig. We’ll cover two of the most common types here: the vertical jig and the bucktail jig.
The vertical jig is also known as a speed jig or butterfly jig, and has a long, skinny shape that cuts quickly through the water. Vertical jigs are made of lead or other metal, and can weigh anywhere from 14 oz. down to 1/8 oz. These jigs have one or more hooks attached to their top or bottom using a split ring, which allows them to swing freely.
The bucktail jig is named after the hair (traditionally from a deer, or “buck”) that is tied to its end (which makes a “tail”). With this kind of lure, a hook is secured to the bottom of a lead head. The hair comes out from the bottom of the head like a skirt, camouflaging the hook. Bucktails come in many different colors, and can be baited with live or natural baits, rubber worms, or used by themselves.
Jigs can be weighted in the tail, for a fast drop to the bottom, or in the center, for an exaggerated side-to-side fluttering motion and a slower drop. The weight of a jig ranges between 3 oz. and 8 oz. If you’re after amberjack, broom-tail grouper, corvina, or yellowfin tuna, you’ll want to use a tail weighted jig.
Saltwater Jigging Techniques
Here we’ll cover four excellent techniques for saltwater jigging.
This is a quick, rhythmic technique that uses a tail-weighted jig, and is great for catching yellowfin, albacore, and Cubera snapper. It is also great for moving your hook through many different depths to attract a strike. To speed jig, drop your jig over the reef, and wait for it to hit bottom. Once it does, snap your rod repeatedly while quickly drawing in your reel until the jig returns to the boat. Then cast again and repeat, doing your best to keep up a quick rhythm with the tip of your rod.
Flutter Jigging (slow pitch)
As the name implies, flutter jigging takes advantage of a center weighted jig’s fluttering motion and slow descent to give fish the maximum opportunity to bite. Drop your jig over the target, allowing it to go slowly to the bottom. Then pop it up 10-15 feet, and then let it drop down 5 feet, then retrieve it up another 10-15 feet. Repeat this until the jig is back to the boat, then cast again, or until you get a strike. Flutter jigging is a slow and patient method, but creates a large window for a fish to strike.
Bottom jigging is great for targeting corvina and grouper, and can use both center and tail weighted jigs. If your jig has a treble hook, use pliers to turn in the barbs so that they won’t snag on the reef. Drop the jig down and let it bounce off the bottom, then draw it up 10-15 feet. Repeat this bounce-and-retrieval rhythm until you pass through the hi-spot.
When jigging, it is also important to observe the wind conditions and the current in order to set the right drift. You can use the panning mode on your GPS to pinpoint your drift direction, but you’ll also want to regularly check your tracks. A good method is to take your boat 20 or 30 meters out from the hi-spot, kill the engine, and allow your craft to drift over the entire reef. Many of the large, predatory fish patrol the edges of the hi-spot hunting for prey, so don’t forget to fish over the drop-off. Most importantly, drop your line over the down current side so that it is moving away from the boat, not being drawn under it.


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Dehradun, 2 Sep: IPS officer Kewal Khurana, presently Inspector General (IG), SCRB, and IPS officer Ajay Singh, presently posted as Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), STF, have been honoured with the ‘Smart Policing Award’ by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) at a function held in New Delhi, today.
DGP Ashok Kumar has congratulated both the officers and expressed the hope that they would continue showcasing their talent towards better policing.
The award is given every year by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) for excellence in policing. Kewal Khurana was given the award for the year 2021 for the Uttarakhand Traffic Eyes App for Road Safety and Traffic Management under the category Road Safety & Traffic Management. It may be recalled that Kewal Khurana, while holding the post of Director, Traffic, Uttarakhand, played an important role in getting rid of the problem of day-to-day traffic jams in the state and towards strengthening the traffic system. During his tenure as Director, Traffic, the Uttarakhand Traffic Eyes App was launched by the Directorate of Traffic on 29 February, 2020. under his guidance with the aim of making traffic arrangements and taking legal action against the drivers violating the rules.
The Uttarakhand Traffic Eyes App is currently integrated into Uttarakhand Police App. About 70,247 total complaints have been received through Uttarakhand Traffic Eyes App from the year 2020 till now, on which about penalties to the tune of Rs 44.84 lakhs have been collected.
IPS officer Ajay Singh has been given the FICCI award for the e-Suraksha Chakra 2.0 launched for Smart Policing Initiatives in the Cyber Crime Management category. The Special Task Force (STF) is working as the nodal agency for the prevention of crimes of serious nature and cybercrime in the state of Uttarakhand. Work is being done on a large scale by the STF to make the general public aware of the crimes of cybercrime, financial loss, jointly. Along with this, from time to time, by arresting such criminals from all over India, the crimes of cybercrime have been curbed in Uttarakhand to a great extent.
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The tragedies of the Arctic wastes are many, and would be more but for the faithful dogs; the list of canine heroes is long, and would be much longer were all of their brave deeds recorded. They have never, like some of whom we read, attended an "Acadamie pour Chiens," and acquired, with a diploma, such unnatural refinements and useless accomplishments as are displayed by "dogs in society." If invited to attend a luncheon of chicken a la Maryland, served on a decorated table, with Fifi and Bijou as fellow guests, they would not only demolish the chicken in short order, but also the decorations, and possibly Fifi and Bijou as well - classing them with cats and other legitimate prey.
There is no downy cushion before the blazing fire, no chosen corner of the limousine, no tooth brush or manicure set for the work dog of the North; yet they are probably happier than their kin of the governess and college education. They have no time for ennui - there are duties to be done, and it is rare indeed to find a sled dog who does not take pride in his task, show delight at the sight of his harness, and eagerly welcome the preparations for a good long mush.
Perhaps one of the most striking features of the races is the pleasure that the dogs manifest not only in the preliminary training, but in the contest itself. One frequently sees a team of dogs, old in the knowledge of racing, perfectly familiar with the hardships before them, waiting for the signal to leave, and so eager to be off, that three or four men are barely able to restrain them till the dip of the flag starts them on their dash to the Arctic. So, too, it is not unusual for a Mail Team, becoming impatient of the delay in unloading the mail, to run away after having carried a thousand pounds of mail for a distance of two or three hundred miles.
In summer when the dogs are not being used they often spend the time about mining camps where they are fed; or if in town they select one or more houses to which they make daily visits at meal hours if they find the inmates hospitably inclined. In many districts the dogs are virtually turned out to forage for themselves, when the wild strain in them asserts itself to an astonishing degree; but this is not true of Nome where dogs are held in high esteem, and where they are given the proper care at all seasons. And each year when the last boat of the summer sails from Nome, there is a long list of dog passengers. To a fancier they would seem undoubtedly a collection not worth their transportation; to my Lady of the Lap Dog they would cause shudders of disgust; there would be no place at the Bench Show for such as these. They are without pedigree, or beauty perhaps - mongrels if you will - but one never knows what a wealth of fidelity may be hidden beneath a rough exterior. Many a story that touches the heart may be extracted from the prospector going outside accompanied by some favorite dog who has shared his solitude and his hardships; who has helped to bear his burdens, and who is now to enjoy with him what they have earned together.
Perhaps that blind old huskie has guided his bewildered driver along the right trail to safety, true to the instincts of the wild, when the whirling snow and icy sleet cut like stinging whip lashes into the face and eyes, making sight impossible.
Perhaps this ragged, ungroomed malamute with his wolf head and his human heart, dragged himself with patient, bleeding feet, half starved and nearly frozen, to some remote camp with the warning that his unconscious master, caught unprepared in a sudden storm, needed help.
Perhaps - but after all, each tale is only another variation of the same theme: dog's loyalty to man. And as pampered pets, <5r as valued assistants, in society or out of it, this loyalty justifies the attention and regard they receive. It is the one thing all dogs have in common, and whether in their veins runs the blue blood of generations of prize winners, or the humble strain of some obscure street waif, it is to You, and not to what you possess, not for what you can offer him, that the dog gives his steadfast allegiance.
Sometimes when life has gone wrong with you,
And the world seems a dreary place,
Has your dog ever silently crept to your feet,
His yearning eyes turned to your face -
Has he made you feel that he understands,
And all that he asks of you
Is to share your lot, be it good or ill,
With a chance to be loyal and true?
Are you branded a failure? He does not know -
A sinner? He does not care -
You're Master to him - that's all that counts -
A word, and his day is fair.
Your birth and your station are nothing to him;
A Palace and Hut are the same;
And his love is yours in honor and peace,
As it's yours through disaster and shame.
Though others forget you and pass you by,
He is ever your Faithful Friend, -
Ready to give you the best that is his,
Unselfishly, unto the End.
Esther Birdsall Darling.

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Ichie mezuo Pericoma Okoye, titled Arusi Makaja, is dead, He has joined his ancestors.
Pericoma was Born in Arondizuogu, Imo state of Nigeria, off the Igbo tribe.
His music is based on Igbo traditions, using flutes, drums and ogene fused together, producing a sound known as Ofeke.
He died at the age of 81 years. The circumstances surrounding his death is still unclear, but some said he was called home by his cult members.
With his death Mr Okeye has joined other notable Igbo traditional musicians like Osadebe, Oliver the coque, Warrior etc, to the great beyond.


Multiplayer, NBA Jam creative director Trey Smith shared the inspiration behind the digitized faces of the upcoming Wii remake. According to Smith, tne of the key features of the original NBA Jam was the ability to tell who each individual player was from a distance. "You could tell who each [player] was," said Smith, "and that was something really key to us." He added that the team behind the new Jam worked closely with series creator Mark Turmell, who currently works with EA Tiburon. "He spent time with the team, and really kind of talked to us about it," said Smith, adding that Turmell shared "a lot of the stories" about the visual style of the first game.
And, if you like the crazy, 2D faces used for each player model as much as we do, there's more good news. Smith confirmed that NBA Jam will include a big head mode. "Wait until you see big head mode, because that's where we really start playing around with it." He concludes that the team wanted to be "as true to the original NBA Jam as possible, but using all the bells and whistles we have in the last 17 years since it came out."
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Ports of Stockholm breaks ground to build Sweden’s first cruise ship onshore power connection facilities
Ports of Stockholm is investing in the environment by building onshore power connection facilities for cruise ships at two city centre quays. This environmental initiative will result in significantly lower air pollution emissions in Stockholm and the Baltic Sea.
The groundbreaking ceremony to begin building onshore power connections for cruise ships took place during the World Water Week 2022. Building the facilities at Stadsgården quay berths 167 and 160 makes Ports of Stockholm the first port in Sweden to offer cruise ships onshore power connection.
“We are now taking a huge next step towards being an international class sustainable cruise destination. Onshore power connection for cruise ships in the city centre is an important joint environmental initiative that Ports of Stockholm is part of, together with other Baltic Sea ports,” explains Joakim Larsson, City Commissioner responsible for Ports of Stockholm.
The environmental initiative is a collaboration with other Baltic Sea ports. It will result in significantly lower emissions of carbon dioxide and air pollutant particles from the cruise ships in Stockholm and the Baltic Sea area. Ports of Stockholm is working with the ports in Copenhagen, Aarhus and Helsinki to enable cruise ships and shipping companies to connect to onshore power of a common international standard in all of the different ports. This will encourage more shipping companies to make the major investments in equipment that the ships need to connect to onshore power.
“It feels really good that we will also be able to connect cruise ships to onshore power next season. This will be the first facility of its kind in Sweden, and one of only a few in Europe. The cruise passengers are very important to Stockholm financially, and generate over 1,000 jobs in the region,” says Thomas Andersson, CEO Ports of Stockholm.
The work to equip the two city centre quays with onshore power connections will be completed, respectively, in 2023 and 2024. These cruise quay-berths are two of Ports of Stockholm’s most visited. It is estimated that at least 45 percent of the cruise ship calls will be able to connect to onshore power when the facilities are in place.
The total reduction in greenhouse gas emissions will be at least 6,000 tonnes each year as a result of connecting to onshore power. This environmental investment for cruise ships in Stockholm is a top priority and has been awarded grant funding from both the EU and the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency’s Climate Leap program.
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In 2019 just over 656,000 cruise passengers and an additional 240,000 crew members visited Stockholm. Collectively they spent more than EUR 57 million on hotel rooms, food, sightseeing excursions, shopping etc. In addition, the cruise shipping companies spent a total of EUR 25 million on harbour dues, pilotage dues and fairway dues in Stockholm. The cruise industry therefore contributes hugely to the Stockholm region, generating a total economic effect of almost EUR 176 million and creating around 1,100 jobs. Stockholm is a popular cruise destination and the majority of cruise passengers state that they are very satisfied with their visit.


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Sound — 7
For those of you who don't know, Random Conflict is a band that consists of two vocalists, one guitarist, one bassist, and one drummer. It is only recently that they've added another guitarist into their line-up. So onto the good stuff. Random Conflict is a very heavy hardcore/deathcore band that has at least one breakdown in every song. Minus of course the two instrumentals on the album. There are times on the album where you can notice that there's only one guitar playing, ie. the highs are very high and there is no medium. So this album is very raw sounding. And during the breakdowns, it sounds heavier than hell. I must add also that there are two instrumental tracks on this CD, one being your typical intro song, and the other quite the impressive mellow clean guitar track. With a very nice distorted solo and ochestral vocals.
Lyrics — 9
The lyrics on this album are pretty typical for the genre which they are screamed, belted and growled over. Since there are two vocalists in this band that adds a lot of different styled pitches and range within the CD. And takes the lyrics away from just one persons point of view. The high screams of both Luke and Lee are both ear piercing and mesmerizing. The lows are very well defined and you'll be growling along to them in no time. A few of my favourite vocal lines from the CD are: "The kind of temple where the whores and the villains try to tempt the holistic tones," "This ritual is not a burden, it's a f--kin lifestyle baby," "Briefly she smiles as the clouds cover the moon, Telling us all to fire the silver through her heart," "She dances on broken bones, which collapsed in the fall, Caught upon a branch, A heavy head spinning."
Overall Impression — 8
01.The Pledge: typical intro song. Sets the stage for the album in the sense that there's a lot going on in this one instrumental track, then "Are you watching closely?" 02.My Devil Danced With His Demon: great song to start things off with. This song really lets you know what you're getting into. Fast paced heavy f--kin hardcore music from second one. Around 1:30 the first breakdown on the CD hits. "Only brought back by a vision of a bloodbath!" is a pretty sweet callout in this song. The intro riff is repeated a few times in the song. If you don't like this song, you don't like Random Conflict. This song flows perfectly into the next. 03.21 Grams: one of the first songs I heard by this band. It starts off pretty slow and mellow (for such a heavy & intense album). Then bomb gets right into it. The lyrics on this song are very good. Immidiately you can tell that the lyrics on My Devil Danced were written by Luke Bellamy, and the lyrics on this song were written by the second vocalist, Lee Williams. 04.Knives and Lint: "why so serious?" Yes this song was written/inspired by the Joker. This song also has one of my favourite re-occuring breakdown on the whole CD. And after that, a very stop and start verse. Then goes into a 2-step style verse with almost metalcore guitaring. I love the double bass of the drums on this song. This is definitely a song you'll be screaming along to in no time. 05.Heart on Sleeve, Head Above Water: this is actually a love song. Based on the lyrics. The guitaring on this song is very Random Conflict. In one of the parts there's a bunch of natural harmonics which you don't hear very often in this style of music and it sounds awesome. And the clever use of clean guitar near the very end is very memorable and cool. I'm not going to spoil it so that's all I'll say. And very awesome throwdown at the very end. 06.Ballrooms and Blood Trails: drum into, then blast beats baby. Again the lyrics in this song are awesome: "She runs they'll kill her, she'll burn to death," is the opening line. Another awesome breakdown in this song, "Just a fist through the mouth!" Then a major throwdown near the end palm mutted heaviness at its finest. And the double bass just screams windmill! 07.Obsession is a Young Man's Game: the great instrumental of the album. The guitaring here is exquisite. Clean guitaring with an epic air-guitar-worthy guitar solo. There are quite a few effects on this song, with the ochestral like vocals, and storm effects. This song leads nicely into the next. 08.It Took 08 Shots Plus: one of my favourites of the whole album. Right from the start, breakdown! I love the highs in this song, both of the vocals and guitar. You'll be headbanging to this song no matter what. It has a pretty chill part where you just want to ease off because you know something crazy is about to happen. It's built up, then bam! My favourite breakdown of the album. "Fire the silver through her heart!" With some nice layered guitar. Then just when you think the song is over, bam another breakdown. But just a taste of one, to get you ready for the next song. 09.Forensics: This is one of the few songs that both music and lyrics were written by guitarist, Tommy Noble. The first verse almost seems to be screaming over top of a breakdown on the guitar. Then an amazing little spurt of drumming, the double bass and tom work is just awesome. I'm pretty sure this is a fairly old song by Random Conflict, because they used to have a tee shirt that said "It's a f--kin lifestyle baby". Which is one of the most memorable lines of the song. Some of my favourite death related lyrics are on this song. I won't spoil it though. 10.The World Is Full Of Sky Divers: I'd recommend listening to this song if you've never heard Random Conflict before because this song really shows their own unique style and writting abilities. The guitaring in this song is awesome, there's a really cool breakdown with more natural harmonics. And when I saw them live before this CD came out, this was one of the songs that I truly remembered. And you just gotta love the cowbell in this song! Best way to sum up this song: "Lovely stuff." 11.Escapism: starts off fairly slow and chill, almost bluesy. Then builds up to typical Random Conflict awesomeness. I love the quiet speaking around the two minute mark, you can catch a glimpse of their accents. Then just guitar, this is the most memorable part of the song, the bass line is prime! The main breakdown in this song reminds me of It Took 08 Shots Plus. Although this is a good solid song, I don't think it should have been last. The fade-out then the reprise back to the intro song make for a boring and less powerful end to the album. All in all, this album is very powerful. Very heavy, very loud, very fast paced, and a great buy for anyone who likes hardcore music. The only flaw about the CD I'd say would be the fact that there's too many breakdowns. That feels weird to say from a guy who loves breakdowns but theres just so many haha. Sometimes it feels they just put a breakdown in the song just for the sake of putting in a breakdown, not as an extension of the song. But other times the breakdowns are awesome. This band is hard to compare to others, but just about anybody who loves divin in the pit and 2-steppin' will absolutely love this album. If this album were stolen from me, I would buy another copy within minutes.

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text: BIG RAPIDS - From trimming their fur, to nail clippings, and maintaining the overall cleanliness of our four-legged friends, dog groomers have a unique job that's not usually talked about. Pet groomers said each and every day is rewarding, as they help care for the animals people love. Pet groomers provide grooming duties necessary to improve pets' hygiene and keep them fluffy and cute. They bathe, dry, and clean their teeth and ears. Deb Lipnicki is the owner of Deb's Pet Boutique in Big Rapids. Lipnicki said after 30 years of grooming, she still doesn't get tired of all of the cute faces. "Working with the animals I get to see lots of different breeds of dogs and different cats," Lipnicki said. "Just being able to love on them and play with them and then they go home for the day. Then we get a whole new group the next day." She said there's not a dog she'll turn away - from Doberman pinscher, to Pomeranians and Pitbulls, Lipnicki takes them all in. Although animals offer endless kisses and love, Lipnicki said there are some downsides to her job. "Cleaning the bathtubs out, you know, making sure everything is clean and ready for the next day. All of our equipment is put away and making sure all of our shampoos are stacked," Lipnicki said. "So you know you're kind of tired at the end of the day. So it's like OHHH we gotta clean. But we do it." On the other side of the fence, she said her favorite memory of grooming is having an award-winning client. "I groomed a Cocker Spaniel one time, and the young man was showing the dog at our Mecosta County Fair," she added. "He took first place, and the guy got a nice picture from me with his trophy." While some businesses saw a decline in sales during the pandemic due to stay-at-home orders and store closures. Dog groomers welcomed an increasing number of furry friends. Lipnicki said she closed her shop at the beginning of the pandemic, but she reopened last June. The state deemed her work essential. "I knew I was going to be busy after we started last June after we were able to open up after COVID and I figured for a few months I would be swamped but it hasn't let up," Lipnicki said. "So many people have adopted animals. It's just like, wow, where are all these dogs coming from?" Lipnicki said dogs need maintenance and care just like humans. "Dogs have to have their ears done, some dogs have anal gland issues, you know they have to be groomed so that they're not in trouble medically, " Lipnicki said. Shifting gears to a beginner dog groomer, Liz Tomasek, is the owner of the Familiar Dog Grooming Salon in Big Rapids. She said she's been grooming dogs for just over three years. "I got started because one of my friends was a groomer and it seemed like a really good job that I would be interested in," Tomasek said. "I went to Paragon School of Pet Grooming in Grand Rapids, I did my classes and just jumped right into it." Tomasek said she loves when she grooms a dog. She said you can really tell the difference in how a dog feels after getting bathed. There are a lot of things to be said for being a dog groomer - the luxury of setting your own hours, choosing your own clients, and coming into contact with many fur friends, Tomasek said. But of course, no job is "fur-fect." "You have to deal with a lot of gross stuff, unfortunately," Tomasek said. "Sometimes dogs have accidents or ear infections or are just kind of stinky. I had a dog who came in here right after rolling in some fresh cow manure." Big Rapids needs more dog groomers, Tomasek said. She said she stays booked and busy. "Trying to get everyone booked and having enough time for all of the appointments," Tomasek said. "Unfortunately, I'm only one person, there's only so many hours in the day, and we really need more groomers in Big Rapids." "I just have a small operation," she added. "I haven't even taken in new clients just because it's so much just to get my regulars in." If you're looking to get your tail-wagger groomed: \u2022 Deb's Pet Boutique is at 213 N. Michigan Ave, Big Rapids. \u2022 The Familiar Dog Grooming Salon is at 302 S. Stewart Ave, Big Rapids.

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Oct 20, 2020 · Although the reach of television is decreasing slightly, almost 70 percent of the Polish Polish audiences are mostly sport events.
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FUJAIRAH - Stockpiles of oil products at the UAE’s East Coast Port of Fujairah dropped for a third consecutive week to the lowest in almost five months, led by declines in marine bunkers and power fuels.The total stood at 23.241 million barrels as of 14th September, down 0.3 percent from a week earlier and the lowest since 20th April, according to data from the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone issued today. Heavy distillates, which covers fuels for ships and for power generation, declined 6 percent to 12.552 million barrels, the lowest since 9th March.Fujairah heavy distillates exports reached 9.088 million barrels in August, the most since January, according to data from Kpler. Fujairah recently shipped 750,000 barrels of high sulphur fuel oil to Saudi Arabia's Shuqaiq power plant, the data show.Many ...read more...
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Effect of Futures Trading on the Volatility of Cluster Beans Prices in Rajasthan
Indian Journal of Economics and Development
Year : 2016, Volume : 12, Issue : 3
First page : ( 421) Last page : ( 430)
Print ISSN : 2277-5412. Online ISSN : 2322-0430.
Article DOI : 10.5958/2322-0430.2016.00157.8
Effect of Futures Trading on the Volatility of Cluster Beans Prices in Raj as than
University of Energy and Natural Resources, Sunyani-Ghana
*Corresponding author’s email: firstname.lastname@example.org
JEL Codes C81, C82, E37, E65, Q13
Online published on 6 September, 2016.
The study assessed effect of futures trading on cluster beans price volatility in selected three markets of Rajasthan during the period of 2003–2015 using symmetric GARCH (1, 1), and asymmetric EGARCH (1, 1) and TGARCH (1, 1) models. The results indicate futures trading have significant effect in reducing cluster bean prices volatility in various selected markets of Rajasthan. In addition, averagely among the three cluster beans selected markets in Rajasthan, prices in Anoopgarh showed lower volatility according to the models used compared to Sri Ganganagar. However, Hanumangarh showed the highest price volatility from shocks. The persistence of shocks was however longer in Sri Ganganagar market compared to Anoopgarh with the lowest persistence of shocks on volatility recorded in Hanumangarh. The results further show asymmetric effect of prices volatility whereby cluster bean market prices respond with much more volatility to unexpected increases in prices (good news) than it does to decreases in prices (bad news).


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Svedka Vodka launches first campaign in five years
Constellation Brands has launched a US marketing campaign for Svedka Vodka, which celebrates “fearlessly original” consumers.
Svedka Vodka has launched its first US marketing campaign in five years
Svedka’s Bring Your Own Spirit campaign goes live today (20 November) and features TV commercials, creative digital marketing and social media content.
The campaign’s 15- and 30-second adverts will air across channels including Bravo, ESPN and Comedy Central. The commercials feature an “energetic” cast that are seen to be “living their lives with authenticity, diversity and originality”.
For its digital ad, the brand has created a number of eye catching visuals featuring messages such as “All Heart Eyes on You”, “Darling, You’re A Heavy Pour” and “You’re A Rainbow & They’re All Colourblind”.
Jim Sabia, chief marketing officer at Constellation Brands, said: “Svedka has stood out for years with its loyal fanbase for its edgy and provocative point of view.
“We believe that the brand’s new Bring Your Own Spirit platform represents the consumer of today – one that is fearlessly original, has a distinct point of view, and makes no apologies for who they are or what they do.
The Bring Your Own Spirit campaign was developed by creative agency R/GA.


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States of Mind: Dan & Lia Perjovschi
The Nasher Museum presented a mid-career retrospective of the work of Romanian artists Dan Perjovschi and Lia Perjovschi. Born in 1961 and educated in the Romanian socialism system, Dan and Lia Perjovschi create work that resides at the nexus of art, society and politics; both artists belong to the first avant-garde movement following the 1989 Romania Revolution. Dan is internationally renowned for large and small scale drawing installations of hundreds of cartoon-like figures that comment on local, national and international cultural and current affairs. He is also the foremost political cartoon satirist in Romania. Lia is well known for her performance and conceptual art. This unprecedented exhibition included paintings, sculptures, drawings, photographs, videos, installations and conceptual art from 1986 to 2007, as well as new commissioned works. The show followed a recent installation of Dan Perjovschi’s drawings in the “Projects” section of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
The exhibition was curated by Kristine Stiles, France Family Professor of Art, Art History, & Visual Studies at Duke.
States of Mind: Dan and Lia Perjovschi, curated by Kristine Stiles
by Nasher Museum Duration 05m 16s Published
The Nasher has given me such a continual stream of pleasures that it is quite a challenge to single out the best of the best. But here’s one thought: coming to the Nasher just after the graphic artist Dan Perjovschi had had his wildly impressive show at the MOMA to see his new show at the Nasher, and finding that he himself was just hanging out in the atrium—willing to engage with anybody, and just as easy, funny, and provocative as hisRichard H. Brodhead, Former President of Duke University
work—and then doing new drawings with magic markers on the Nasher windows! It was art as product and art
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The flagship product of the company, Belviq, brought in $2.882 million. This is what I had projected the quarter to deliver. In looking at the quarterly sales of Belviq, some interesting tid-bits come to light:
- Overall product revenue was $2.882 million vs. my estimate of $2.9 million.
- IMS Health calculated sales at 77,000. This would imply that revenue per sale was $37.43
- I adjust IMS Health Sales upward by 10%. Using my adjustment on IMS, the revenue per sale would be $34.02
- Symphony had sales at 95,000. This would imply revenue per bottle at $30.34.
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The company call today carried a substantial focus on Belviq. While the progress in sales, insurance coverage, and awareness have been substantial, the revenues delivered seem to be falling short of street expectations. The good news is that Q2 sales are substantially higher than what we had in Q1. Thus far in Q2 I estimate revenue to be at nearly $1.4 million at 5 weeks into the quarter.
This quarter represented the first quarter in which the Arena investment in Taigen was disclosed. That investment is about 4% of the company and carried a value of $53 million. This makes the cash, cash equivalents, and securities available for sale at about $256 million.
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The key for Arena at this point seems to be hitting a higher and higher note on Belviq sales. The current pace seems to be somewhere between $125 million and 4150 million. For longs, the saving grace is the compounding growth should generate bigger sales and more impressive numbers as the year progresses. Overall Arena was upbeat on the call, but did not take the step of commanding the sector. The company also seems to be less transparent than the street would like to see. The question about the length of time patients stay on the drug seemed to be dodged. Dodging a question means that listeners will assume the worst. The data on refills has been much flatter than new scripts. The data does miss some that are filling a new script (Patients can get three refills in one script and then be counted as new again because of a new piece of paper) are actually refills, but still the trajectory on refills is flatter with both IMS and Symphony. Given that the question was asked and not really answered, this will become a focal point for analysts as time progresses.
The equity will certainly recover from this dip. Sales will keep increasing, insurance coverage will increase, and study results will progress. As an example of what to look forward to, script sales are currently 51% better than last quarter and could be as much as 75% better by the end of the quarter. The Arena story is finally taking shape, but it will be a while before the street appreciates it. The bottom line is that sales need to pace to $150 million in 2014. Stay Tuned
Disclosure: I am long ARNA. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.


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Universal digital motion controller
For DC servo and brushless DC motors (BLDC), linear and torque motors (2 / 3 phases), 2-phase stepper motors. 24 V / 48 V DC output voltage, up to 200 W power per channel. Maximum output current 10 A per phase (effective). Sine-commutated operation. Servo frequency 4 kHz.
Extensive functions, software support
Automatic detection of the motor phase. PID controller for position and velocity. Extensive software support, e.g., for LabVIEW, dynamic libraries for Windows and Linux.
Commanding via TCP/IP, RS-232. RM version only: USB as well. Manual operation with joystick via CAN bus (accessory). Digital inputs and outputs for automation. Optodecoupled inputs, 4 analog outputs.
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- DeltaStar und DeltaStar Eco encoder interface modules
Required for control of closed-loop drives (rotation or linear encoder). Differential signal transmission for digital (A/B) or analog (sin/cos) encoder signals, inputs for limit switch signals. Please specify when ordering.
Trigger options with DeltaStar: Trigger outputs, position capture input (position detection in real time via digital input)
Trigger options with DeltaStar Eco: Trigger outputs
- Dynamic position correction
Position deviations for a selected configuration of linear or rotation stages are determined with a highly accurate measuring system and saved in a table of corrections in the controller. Correction is also dynamic. Single-axis mapping, only available as factory default in conjunction with a PI positioning system. Please specify when ordering.
Datasheet SMC Hydra2018-03-012018-03-01
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2013 65 billion dollars
2014 70 billion dollars
2015 78 billion dollars
2016 83.2 billion dollars
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Utilities 651 dollars
Banking 553 dollars
Professional services 376 dollars
Industrial manufacturing 326 dollars
Retail and wholesale 169 dollars
Source, The Wall Street Journal
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1 "2012 Report to the Nations," http://www.acfe.com/rttn-conclusions.aspx
2 Information compiled from Payscale.com, BLS.gov, FBI.gov and ThinkAdvisor.com.
3 Information compiled from Payscale.com, BLS.gov, and Indeed.com.

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