Apr 11, 2015
Saracens 'fight' delights McCall
Saracens Director of Rugby Mark McCall praised his side’s ‘fight’ as they beat Leicester Tigers 22-6 at Allianz Park.
McCall’s side scored 22 unanswered points in a fine defensive display in front of a sold-out home crowd, and speaking after the game he said: “For me the character, the fight and the energy we showed in the last 20 minutes, just to keep on making tackles, keep knocking them down and carry on fighting for each other, is pretty special.
“We have a group of guys who fight pretty hard for each other and that’s such an important characteristic.
“We didn’t play great in the first twenty minutes. We played into a very strong wind, coughed up some ball and gave away a couple of soft penalties really. We also missed some opportunities over the 80 minutes but we had that little purple patch where we crossed for a couple of tries.
“It’s the ninth time we’ve scored three tries in Premiership and those bonus points could be crucial in terms of a home semi-final. That aside, what can I say about a group of players who keep on pitching up and fighting and finding ways to win.
“It was a six day turnaround for us after a really difficult game (away to Racing Metro). We only had a two days of preparation and Leicester had two weeks to prepare for the game. There’s a little bit of frustration in the dressing room because we scored our third try after 49 minutes and not much happened after that in an attacking point of view.
“We were happy at half-time that we were 7-6 up, considering the strength of that wind. We probably should have done better in the last 30 minutes, but overall we are pretty pleased.”
McCall also praised the collective effort of his Saracens squad after they extended their unbeaten run to seven game after beating Leicester Tigers.
“This run began at Wasps away, which is a tough place to go and we got a great result there. Since then we’ve been on a great run and we’ve used loads of players. The whole squad have been utilised, and it doesn’t really matter who starts. It’s great to have Brad Barritt comeback and get 70 minutes, plus, you’ve got Scott Spurling coming off the bench to play in the centre – he made some impact today.”


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Dirtyphonics Release An Ode To ‘Back To The Future’ With “Hoverboard”
If you have been alive this month, you have probably seen at least one reference to the iconic movie Back To The Future. The basshead duo known as Dirtyphonics has released their own ode to the movie with “Hoverboard.” This is what they had to say about the track:
Being huge fans of Back To The Future, we wrote this song back in 2005, in the very early days of our career. 10 years later, as a tribute to our fans and obviously to the movie, we decided to give it a more current sound and release it on the official “Back To The Future” day, the day Marty Mcfly traveled to the future – Oct 21st 2015.
Download: Dirtyphonics – Hoverboard

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This beauty used to belong to an uncle of mine who has bought it in late 2007 or early 2008, I don't remember so clearly. It's a 1950 Simca 8 body rebuilt around a Volkswagen Beetle chassis with the wheelbase shortened. The fuel tank cap on the left side of the split front bonnet was adapted from a Honda CG 125 motorcycle, with the fuel tank being mounted in a longitudinal position just like the stock engine used to be, in opposite to the transverse position of the tank when it's fitted to the Beetle. With the engine now mounted where there used to be the trunk, and the lack of openings to improve the air flow for both intake and cooling, it may seem surprising not only that such mods were fairly common in Brazil but also that they actually worked. It could seem to be just a desperate makeshift attempt to keep an old French jalopy running when stock replacements were scarce due to some import restrictions during the '70s and '80s, but considering the endeavour to replace a front-engined ladder-frame for the Volkswagen platform required a good bit of craftsmanship that is unfortunately gone nowadays...
At a first glance, it may seem that a 250cc single-cylinder out of some motorcycle developed for an emerging market, such as the Yamaha XTZ 250 Lander or the Honda CB Twister, could be unsuitable to a car. Sure it may not be a perfect one-size-fits-all approach, but under some circumstances it can be a reasonable and cost-effective option. At least 5 cars could actually be quite interesting with one of such engines in case their original powerplants become damaged beyond repair.
1 - Volkswagen Beetle: even though its basic engine layout is considered nearly indestructible, and has remained nearly unchanged through its entire production run, nowadays the cost of replacement parts skyrocketed due to all the posers who just want an ancient car for showing-off, not to mention all the witch-hunting against internal-combustion engines that also tends to target ancient vehicles. So a small motorcycle engine, which may often provide performance levels comparable to an early 1200 Beetle engine, may cater both to those who still rely on one as a daily commuter or even a handful of collectors who would be forced to upgrade to an engine certified on a more strict emission regulation. On a sidenote, the lower weight of a 250cc thumper might open way to move the battery from under the rear seat to the engine bay, keeping the weight bias closer to stock while also decreasing the risk of a short-circuit which could happen when some metallic component of the seat structure touches the poles of the battery;
2 - Asia Motors Towner: the Korean microvan which was a licensed derivative of the Daihatsu HiJet used to be quite popular on some export markets such as my homeland Brazil, where its imports were finished in '99 due to the bankruptcy of Asia Motors, even though Kia resumed its production for a while. Replacements became scarce, rendering the model subjected to many adaptations in order to enable an extended useful life. With so many of the engines usually retrofitted to them being heavier than the stock 0.8L 3-cylinder, presumably a 250cc single-cylinder out of a motorcycle can decrease the impact over the weight bias. It may also be possible to resort to an aftermarket reversing gear usually fitted to motorcycles converted into tricycles instead of working around to keep both the transmission integrated to the replacement engine and the stock one from the vehicle undergoing the repower, due to the front-mid engine and rear-wheel drive layout;
3 - Suzuki Samurai: the small Jeep-like rig has actually been available with many different engines, including some naturally-aspirated ones within the 550cc displacement range formerly enforced for the Kei cars in Japan that could be seen as somewhat underpowered, so a modern 250cc motorcycle engine is not so likely to become effectively unsuitable for a swap. Due to the 4-wheel drive, even if the motorcycle engine could be coupled to a reversing gear, it would require the output delivered to the transfer case instead of directly to the rear axle. That said, unless it also gets converted to 2-wheel drive only;
4 - Renault Dauphine/Gordini: not so widespread as the Beetle, but with a similar rear-wheel drive and rear longitudinally-mounted engine configuration, it could eventually fare better than the Beetle with a 250cc repowering. Its stock water-cooled 0.85L Ventoux engine is also harder to find parts, so it makes even more sense to consider a swap, even though it wouldn't make so much sense to do so if the vehicle is in a mint condition, also considering the possibility to fit other Renault engines;
5 - Gurgel Supermini: this Brazilian attempt to replace the Beetle resorted to a front-mounted 0.8L water-cooled flat-twin engine and rear-wheel drive, resorting to a 50-50 weight bias transferring most of the weight closer to the rear axle while loaded either partially or fully, increasing its traction even in harsh terrain conditions without the need for 4-wheel drive. Replacement parts for its stock engine are getting quite scarce, especially the crankshaft, even though it's been reported that half a Beetle crankshaft can be repurposed to serve it, and then an engine swap becomes a nearly obvious approach. However, most of the engines retrofitted are heavier and longer, moving the weight bias to become heavier at the front axle. Since a 250cc motorcycle engine tends to be lighter, it may decrease the side-effect observed in other engine swaps more prevalent in this model.
The release of the 2nd generation of the Chevrolet Onix, not anymore as a Brazilian makeshift with a limited availability through few regional export markets in order to get a much greater engineering input from the Chinese SAIC-GM joint-venture, could've been turned into an opportunity for GM to recover its global presence not only in the LHD emerging markets which could be easily served with either Chinese, Brazilian or Mexican models. However, besides the lack of a right-hand drive layout option which could cater to some markets where GM recently retreated such as India, South Africa, Thailand and Australia, it's also worth to notice the absence of at least one turbodiesel engine which certainly has its appeal among customers with the most diverse needs and subjective preferences. Even though such option could be regarded as too expensive for an entry-level compact sedan meant for emerging markets where the retail price is extremely relevant, there are other factors rendering such claim pointless.
Initially released exclusively with turbocharged gasoline-powered engines, featuring direct injection in China and port-injection in Brazil where naturally-aspirated versions would later become available for the local market in the 1.0L displacement and a 1.2L variant exclusive for regional export, simply the presence of the turbocharger is enough to increase manufacturing cost to a point which could be seen as an excuse to prefer a naturally-aspirated counterpart with a larger displacement if production cost was the major issue and had displacement-biased tax structures been negligible. Turbocharging and fitting direct injection to spark-ignited engines has led their cost to increase to a point which can be seen as favorable to turbodiesels in a comparison based on cost alone, not to mention other issues related to emissions compliance. Nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter used to be considered an Achille's heel of Diesel engines, related not only to the fuel but mostly to the thermodynamic cycle which relies on compression ignition, but the recent widespread of direct injection on spark-ignited engines also increased the conditions of high temperature and pressure which favor the formation of NOx and particulate matter due to the less effective cooling of the air intake charge and incomplete vaporizing of the fuel.
Besides the sedan bodystyle which is the only one available in China and Mexico, a hatchback had to be developed for Brazil, where Diesel cars are mostly forbidden. However, if any turbodiesel version would ever become manufactured at least for export, the presumable impact due to the fitment of any emissions-related device such as the SCR system with the corresponding AdBlue tank could certainly be blamed for an overall worse impact on the trunk capacity compared to a sedan, even though some factors such as the focus on some lower gap on the automotive market might render more favorable conditions to other approaches such as resorting to an LNT (Lean NOx Trap) catalyst which is easier to implement with small-displacement engines and modest power ratings suitable for an economy car. Getting rid of the need for AdBlue is still possible to achieve in a cost-effective manner, and it's also important to remind the increasing usage of direct injection on gasoline engines has led a particulate filter analogue to the DPF to become required in order to keep up to stricter emissions regulations, and any enrichment to the air/fuel ratio which could be an easy approach to keep NOx under control would increase the particulate matter, thus an LNT also becomes important in order to address this issue and the competition between spark ignition and its turbodiesel counterparts remains levelled. The absence of direct injection in the Brazilian versions of the Chevrolet Onix even with the Turbo engine, which could be considered cost-effective not only for port-injection being inherently cheaper but also for not requiring LNT and GPF/OPF (Gasoline Particle Filter/Otto Particle Filter), still has its downsides most noticeably in the turbocharged versions due to the increased fuel consumption and requirement for Premium gasoline in order to prevent knock/ping which can lead to catastrophic engine failure and some even more dangerous situations such as caughting fire which had occurred to some of the earliest of the Brazilian Chevrolet Onix Plus under some extreme environmental conditions.
Even though the narrowing of the gap between emission regulations in the developed countries and the emerging markets could make it seem less cost-effective to keep the turbodiesel option for entry-level due to the side-effects of a lower quality standard of Diesel fuel to the modern emissions-control devices, the increasing complexity of gasoline-powered (and flexfuel) engines doesn't justify all this overlooking of Diesel in entry-level models throughout the world and even more noticeably in the emerging markets. Even though some countries still enforce outdated emission standards which could keep it more comfortable to avoid sophisticated systems such as the SCR and DPF, also decreasing the risk of damage not only to the aftertreatment system but also to the engine itself while using some lower-grade Diesel fuel, others which are now closer to the European regulations could still get them as a cost-effective option. So, even though it may seem comfortable at first to simply rely on spark ignition and eventually go flexfuel like it's done in Brazil, it's pointless to overlook Diesel.
Even though the hot-rod culture is more widely associated to gasoline-powered engines such as the Ford Flathead V8, which could be sourced not only from passenger cars and light-duty trucks but also from medium-duty trucks considering all that "there is no replacement for displacement" philosophy, obviously this is not the only possible approach. Considering the consolidation of Diesel engines as the favorite option among most commercial operators, including the retrofit into older trucks fitted originally with a gasser V8, it could be easy to presume the viability for a similar phenomenon to reach the hot-rod enthusiasts too.
Even though the preference for V8 gassers remains strong in modern hot-rodding, the availability of 4-cylinder high-speed turbodiesel engines being easier on most markets outside the United States and Canada could lead to an increasing interest on those, not to mention the hot-rod scene originating in a counterculture movement which could be related to the recently-widespread political targetting of both large-displacement engines and turbodiesels in general as an environmental threat. Sure the power ratings of most 4-cyl turbodiesels might not be so impressive compared to a stereotypically all-American small-block V8, the torque curve won't render a relatively small turbodiesel so unfavorable compared to a naturally-aspirated V8 or even mildly-boosted through a belt-driven supercharger, even if they feature nearly twice the displacement of their turbodiesel counterpart...
The fitment of the Cummins ISF2.8 engine in the latest versions of the Brazilian Ford F-350 and its regional derivative F-4000 between 2014 and 2019, for which a V8 wouldn't be cost-effective, could seem at first only as a desperate attempt. However, considering fuel prices and consumption while keeping the comparison to the V8 gasoline-powered, resorting to this engine at a regional level was more suitable to the market conditions than going for a V8 PowerStroke turbodiesel fitted to their American counterparts. So, to keep things in proportion, when applied to a truck both a V8 gasser and a 4-cyl turbodiesel might not seem so fancy at all and being considered more for their utilitarian approach, and therefore it's also quite down-to-earth to focus on similarities on other applications, which can include hot-rods too.


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SOS - Secrets of Opening Surprises
No time to study opening theory? Shock your opponent with an SOS!
With an SOS you deviate early (usually before move 6!) from regular lines in mainstream openings. So you will reach positions you have actually studied without having memorized tons of stuffy theory, while gaining time on the clock! And you will have fun watching the horror on your opponent's face...
SEE FOR YOURSELF HOW AN SOS CAN SHOCK AND CONFUSE!
Every month, the editor of the SOS Secrets of Opening Surprises book series, IM Jeroen Bosch, annotates a game which was recently played with an SOS-variation.
SOS Game of the Month: April 2012
SOS Game of the Month April [See SOS–13, Chapter 6, p.55] The present game was played at the end of 2011. Black employs the Delayed Budapest Gambit against White's Catalan set-up to great effect. He effortlessly crushes his stronger opponent (who outrated him by some 250 points) almost straight from the opening.
I decided to single out this game as it perfectly illustrates the ideas behind our SOS weapon 1. d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.g3 e5!?. As I argued in SOS–13 the additional tempo (3. g3) may be detrimental to the first player: a real surprise!
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Delayed Budapest Gambit - E00
Stockholm Rilton Cup 2011
1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.g3 e5!? 4.dxe5 Ng4
For 5.e4 Nxe5 6.f4 Nec6 see the Game of the Month of September 2010 (a game Laznicka-Timman).
5.f4?! Bc5 6.Nh3 d6 looks excellent for Black.
A main line in the regular Budapest Gambit is 5.Bf4, but now 5...g5!? (which is also played in the Budapest)demonstrates that it could be unfortunate to have the pawn on g3 - White cannot play 6.Bg3 as he would like to.
This is the other reason why 3...e6-e5 is such a clever idea. Black provokes e2-e3, and in combination with White's third move it becomes clear that the light squares are weakened in White's camp.
In the same Rilton Cup (but a few days later, so it was 2012 by now!) White played 7.Bg2 which was my main line in SOS–13. After 7...Ngxe5 8.Nxe5 Nxe5 9.0–0 0–0 10.Nc3 d6 White played 11.Qe2 (11.b3 Bg4! was my improvement over the game Quinteros-Tempone, Mar del Plata 1995) and now too 11...Bg4! would have been best, when Black is already for preference. (The less accurate 11...Bf5 12.Rd1 was instead the game continuation in Lindgren-Von Bahr, Stockholm 2012.)
7...Ncxe5 8.Nxe5 Nxe5 9.Bg2 d6 10.b3
When both sides castle first, 10.0–0 0–0 11.b3 Bg4! again transposes to the note on the game Quinteros-Tempone.
Of course! Here too, this is most annoying for White.
Like it or not, it was better to avoid this weakening move.
- 11...Qf6!? 12.Bb2 (Black obtains a dangerous attack after 12.0–0 Nf3+ 13.Kh1 0–0 14.Bb2 Qh6 15.h4 f5) 12...0–0 13.Nd5 (13.0–0 Nf3+ 14.Kh1 Qh6 transposes to the previous note) 13...Nd3+! 14.Qxd3 Qxb2 15.0–0 c6 is approximately equal.
- 11...Bf3 12.Bxf3 Nxf3+ 13.Kf1 0–0 14.Kg2 Ne5 is perhaps a tiny edge for White.
- 11...Nf3+?! 12.Kf1 is less effective.
- But both 11...Qd7 and 11...0–0 are perfectly playable too.
White is perhaps provoked by Black's previous move into this active move. The modest 12.0–0 was safer.
12...Ng4 13.Qd3 0–0 14.0–0
Nothing good comes from 14.h3 Nxe3! 15.Bxe3 Bxe3 16.Qxe3 Re8 17.Ne4 f5 18.0–0 Bc6.
Black has grabbed the initiative. White has to make some unpleasant choices now about how to defend e3.
This comes up against a strong reply. But none of the alternatives are very attractive:
- 15.Nd1? Qf6 16.Bb2 Rxe3! (16...Qh6 also wins).
- 15.Nd5 c6 16.b4 cxd5 17.bxc5 Qf6 18.Bd2 dxc4 19.Qxd6 Bc6, with a slight advantage.
- 15.Be4!? Qf6! 16.h3 (16.Bd2 Qh6 17.h4 f5) 16...Nh6 17.g4 (17.Bg2 Bf5–+; 17.Kh2 Rxe4 18.Nxe4 Qxa1–+) 17...Rxe4! 18.Nxe4 Qh4!, with superb attacking chances.
The best chance was 16.h3, but it is still met by 16...Bf5 17.Ne4 Qxa1, and White will be an exchange down.
White is lost against the excellent coordination of his opponent's forces.
17.Ne4 Qh6 18.h3 Bxe4 19.Bxe4 Qxh3–+.
17...Rxe4! 18.Nxe4 Qg6 19.b4 Bxe4 20.Qc3
20.Qe2 Bc6–+ 21.bxc5? Qe4 mates.
And White had enough.

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Pediatric psychiatrist Antonio Hardan, MD, who studies and treats children with autism, is driven in his work by a sense of awe — for his patients’ parents.
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Children with autism have language and social interaction deficits, and perform repetitive or stereotyped behaviors. Sixty to 70 percent also display what their doctors call irritability. “We’re not talking about mild things: This is throwing, kicking, hitting, the child needing to be restrained,” says Hardan, an associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford and director of the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Clinic at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital.
Over and over, Hardan has seen moms and dads react with grace and love to behaviors that would tax even the most patient of souls. He has watched parents make huge sacrifices of time, energy and money to get their children the help they need. “It’s life-changing, seeing what these families go through,” he says.
What he sees motivates Hardan to cast a wide net in searching for new autism treatments. It was a parent’s idea, for instance, that instigated a recent Stanford pilot trial testing the efficacy of a dietary supplement — the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine, or NAC — for autism symptoms.
“NAC is being used by community practitioners who focus on alternative, non-traditional therapies,” Hardan says. “But there is no strong scientific evidence to support its use. Somebody needs to look at it.”
So, with funding donated by another parent, Hardan’s team carried out a small study involving 31 children. The results were encouraging: NAC lowered irritability and reduced children’s repetitive behaviors. Though Hardan is cautious about the results, stressing that they need to be replicated in larger trials before NAC is recommended for autism, he also sees potential advantages to NAC treatment.
Currently, doctors prescribe second-generation antipsychotics to treat irritability and other “side” features of autism like mood swings and aggression. These drugs cause serious side effects, including weight gain, involuntary motor movements and metabolic syndrome, which increases diabetes risk. By contrast, NAC’s side effects are generally mild, with gastrointestinal problems such as constipation, nausea, diarrhea and decreased appetite the most common.
In the study, the results of which were published June 1 in Biological Psychiatry, children with autism received either a placebo or NAC for 12 weeks — 900 mg daily for four weeks, then twice daily for four weeks and finally three times daily for the last four weeks. NAC treatment decreased irritability scores from 13.1 to 7.2 on the Aberrant Behavior Checklist, a widely used clinical scale for assessing irritability. The change is not as large as that seen in children taking antipsychotics. “But this is still a potentially valuable tool to have before jumping on these big guns,” Hardan says. In addition, children taking NAC showed a decrease in repetitive and stereotyped behaviors, which lack effective treatment.
Hardan’s team is now seeking NIH funds to re-examine NAC in a large, multicenter trial. A crucial piece of their application is the pilot data that came from a parent’s idea — and Hardan’s willingness to try it. Without that combination, the research would never have gotten off the ground.
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The Australian Cattle Dog has one of the most unique looks of any dog breed in the world. They have striking spotted fur that's a stunning shade of blue. This has earned them the nickname Blue Heelers. The other half of this nickname is from their history as a cattle herding breed.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a popular family dog due to its intelligence, courage, energy, and loving nature. This is the perfect companion for an active family who wants to spend a lot of time with their dogs, especially outside. If you want a breed of dog that loves to kayak, swim, skate, and hike with, this is the dog for you!
Australian Cattle Dog Characteristics [Physical]
The Australian Cattle Dog has a strong, compact body made for working. They have a distinctive blue coat and friendly face that sets them apart from all other breeds.
Australian Cattle Dog Breed Size
The Australian Cattle Dog is considered a medium-sized breed. Female dogs are 17 to 19 inches at the shoulder, while males are 18 to 20 inches. They reach up to 35 pounds.
The head is strong and broad, according to American Kennel Club standards. Their jaws are muscular, and they have a powerful muzzle. The Australian Cattle Dog has almond-shaped eyes that should appear alert and intelligent. Their ears are a moderate size and set wide apart on the top of their skull. When alert, their ears are pricked.
This breed has a proportionate, compact, and muscular body. The neck is "extremely strong and muscular, while the shoulders are strong, blending into a level backline. The breed's ribs are well-sprung, and their chest is deep. The Australian Cattle Dog's flanks are deep.
The Australian Cattle Dog has strong forelegs with a lot of flexibility. Their hindquarters are broad and muscular with straight legs, allowing for free and tireless movement. The dog's paws are round with short nails.
This breed has a distinctly low-hung tail. It hangs at a slight curve, and the tail should "carry a good brush," meaning it's fluffy yet compact, giving it a thick appearance.
Australian Cattle Dog Personality
The Australian Cattle Dog is a working dog through and through. But this breed has become a very popular pet due to its high-energy personality and fierce loyalty. The Australian Cattle is the perfect dog for a very active family that loves outdoor activities. It is the ideal companion for hikes, biking, and even kayaking. This breed has a lot of stamina and loves any activity that gets them moving.
As you have probably guessed, this isn't a dog you can coop up in the house all day. This won't only lead to destructive behavior due to pent-up energy and frustration. This intelligent dog can often figure out how to open doors and drawers. So a Blue Heeler left to its own devices all day may get into a lot of trouble. Australian Cattle Dogs need a lot of quality time, as they are very loving and loyal dogs that bond closely with family members. This could just be running errands or lounging around after work. Either way, the Australian Cattle will enjoy being a part of your everyday life and activities.
This breed makes an excellent watchdog. Australian Cattle Dogs are a bit protective of their home and family and are often wary of strangers as well. It's important to socialize them as puppies, as it will help your Australian Cattle feel confident and friendly.
Australian Cattle Dog Breed Exercise
A walk around the neighborhood isn't enough exercise for this energetic canine. This is a breed that needs a lot of exercise throughout the day.
Daily walks are an essential exercise. High energy breeds require a daily walk to release pent-up energy and stimulate their mind. The minimum should be 45 minutes to 60 minutes a day, either one long walk or split into two shorter walks. Try to schedule the dog walk at the same time every day. Dogs love schedules, and this will give them something to look forward to. However, you can switch up the walk from brisk city walks, steep hikes, and running around the park.
If your dog is extra athletic, try adding a weighted vest or dog backpack! This will help tire out your dog and also strengthen your muscles.
Since Australian Cattle Dogs are so full of energy, it can help to include high-intensity games and activities for them. Purposeful activities to stimulate and strengthen your dog include toys and different training.
- Herding balls: This is a fun and safe way to satisfy your dog's strong urges to herd. Herding games will reduce your dog's desire to herd people and animals.
- Moving dog toys: Dog toys that shake, roll, and move on their own will keep your dog entertained even when you're busy.
- Flirt pole: Like a fishing pole-type toy for a cat, this has a long handle and an elastic rope with a toy at the end. This helps your dog burn energy and teaches them to listen to your commands.
- Playing fetch: This is a classic that quickly burns up your dog's energy and allows you to bond with your pet. Consider an automatic ball launcher if your dog wants to play for long periods. Switch to a frisbee if your dog likes to jump.
- Agility training: Set up an obstacle course in your backyard. The Australian Cattle Dog is a quick learner who easily catches onto the weaving, hurdles, and tunnels.
- Running and biking: To really get your dog moving, have them jog along with you.
- Tug of war: This muscle-building exercise is a lot of fun for dogs. You can also consider a spring pole, allowing your dog to play tug of war with themselves if you are busy.
- Sports: Dog sports like agility and fly ball, or joining a club that has competitions, can excite your pup.
- Swimming: The Australian Cattle loves swimming. And it's a low-impact activity that's easy on their joints and tendons.
An important aspect of exercise for Australian Cattles is mental stimulation for dogs. This is just as important as physical activity. It can help reduce excessive barking, digging, escape attempts, and other destructive behavior.
- Puzzle toys: Test your dog's mind with a puzzle toy that takes problem-solving skills. You might want to pick challenging ones since the Australian Cattle Dog is quite smart.
- Sniffing games: Challenge your dog's mind with a game that requires them to sniff something out. The most obvious one would probably be hiding something and having them find it!
- Chew toys: Chew toys will keep your dog occupied. It's also great for their teeth.
- Learning tricks: Teaching your dog some fun tricks, like doggy dancing or accomplishing complex tasks, will significantly enrich your dog's life. Dogs can even learn hundreds of words.
Australian Cattle Dog Training
It's important to train your Australian Cattle Dog puppy early on. Enrolling them in obedience courses will allow Australian Cattle puppies to socialize and learn the basics. You'll also be able to take home some tools to continue training your puppy consistently. You need to establish your role as a leader early on. The Australian Cattle is eager to please once they respect you. You can accomplish this in various ways, including feeding yourself first and walking through doors before your dog.
You also need to be consistent with your dog. For example, if you don't want your dog to jump on people, don't ignore them one moment and then encourage it the next time they do it, as this will leave your pup confused. Use plenty of positive reinforcement and treats. The Australian Cattle Dog doesn't respond well to punishment.
It's very important to discourage herding immediately. Due to their background, this breed is known to "herd" small children and animals, sometimes nipping at their heels or barking to get their way. This behavior shouldn't be tolerated.
Australian Cattle Dog Breed History
The Australian Cattle Dog is a pretty new breed, considering that some dogs have been around for 10,000 years. In the early 1800s, cattle were often raised in vast land areas throughout Australia, but the cattle were often very wild and hard to control. Not even traditional European herding dogs of the time could keep them in line. A new dog breed was needed that had a lot of stamina and could withstand heat and rough terrain as they herd cattle.
A dog breeder looked into this dilemma and started breeding Highland Collies with Dingos in 1840. This created a dog known as Hall's Heelers. One of those dogs, named Bentley's Dog, is now credited with starting the Australian Cattle we all know today. Hall's Heelers were bred with the Bull Terrier, Dalmatian, and a sheepherding breed called the Kelpie. This resulted in a rugged dog with a lot of endurance (and a unique coat).
This new dog breed was called the Queensland Blue Heeler, later called the Australian Cattle Dog. A standard was created in 1897. The dog was slow to catch on in America, but eventually, the breed proved themselves, not only as herders but great family dogs. The American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1980.
Common Health Problems Found in the Australian Cattle Dog
While Australian Cattle Dogs are overall hardy dogs, they still have some hereditary conditions to be aware of. When you adopt a purebred puppy, always make sure it's from a reputable breeder registered with the American Kennel Club. They can offer health guarantees and proof that their breeding dogs have been tested for diseases and conditions. Some of the most common health concerns for Australian Cattles are:
- Hereditary deafness: Similar to Dalmatians, deafness is common in Australian Cattles. One study showed that a little over 11% of Australian Cattle Dogs have complete deafness.
- Hip and elbow dysplasia: This degenerative joint condition is quite common in working dogs. It causes mobility issues in the affected limbs and immense discomfort. Without treatment, your dog may lose the ability to walk.
- Patellar luxation: Patellar luxation is a fancy word for a slipped kneecap. This is similar to dysplasia, where the joints stop functioning how they should be, causing pain and mobility problems.
- Progressive retinal atrophy: This hereditary eye condition slowly takes your dog's eyesight if not treated.
How to Care for an Australian Cattle Dog
The Australian Cattle Dog is not a low-maintenance dog. This is an intelligent and high-energy dog that needs an active and present family. The Australian Cattle thrives in a family that can spend a lot of time bonding with their dog each day. You can't leave them alone for eight hours or more a day. They also need hours of exercise, including walks, games, and other forms of movement.
When you're not around, Australian Cattles should have plenty of toys to keep them occupied as this will reduce their destructive behavior. Think puzzles, chew toys, and toys that move on their own. The Australian Cattle Dog isn't recommended for apartment living. They thrive in larger homes with backyards. Make sure your yard is fenced in very securely. The Australian Cattle is known to chase other animals, which could lead to them getting lost if they escape.
Brush your dog's teeth daily to avoid dental complications and check their ears for dirt and wax buildup. Remove anything you see by gently dabbing with a lightly wetted ball of cotton. Trim their nails when you hear them clicking on the floor.
Nutrition and Feeding for an Australian Cattle Dog
The Australian Cattle Dog is very active, and they need high-quality food to stay healthy and happy. Look for food with a trusted protein source (like beef or chicken), avoiding food that starts with a meal instead. Australian Cattles also need fats, carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins.
The recommended daily amount for an adult Australian Cattle Dog is 1.5 to 2.5 cups. It depends on your dog's specific weight, activity level, and health, so talk to a veterinarian to figure out the exact amount if you're unsure. Make sure to divide your dog's daily intake into two separate meals. This is usually breakfast and dinner, around the same time every day. You know, the schedule stuff dogs love! A regular feeding schedule will reduce the possibility of overeating and help with your dog's digestion.
Coat Color And Grooming
The Australian Cattle has a smooth double coat that's coarse, straight, and lies flat — this makes them rain resistant! But the Australian Cattle Dog is known for its brilliant color. Their coat is a unique shade of blue. They have black and tan markings on the head, halfway up their front legs, and inside their thighs.
The Australian Cattle doesn't require a lot of grooming. Their coat is short and functional. But to keep it sleek and healthy, it can help to brush them weekly with a short-bristled brush. This will also remove excess fur. Bathe your Australian Cattle once a month. Keep in mind that double-coated dogs shed excessively twice a year in the spring and fall. This is known as "blowing their coats." Brush your Australian Cattle Dog twice a week to remove the loose, dead hair during these times.
Children And Other Pets
Australian Cattles are loving and social, becoming close with each member of the household. This includes children and other pets but requires proper socialization when the Australian Cattle Dog is a puppy. The Australian Cattle Dog is a great playmate for children since they are energetic and love games. Kids will love playing fetch with the Australian Cattle or teaching them tricks, obstacle courses, or dog sports. Australian Cattles also get along well with other pets, including dogs and cats.
However, the Australian Cattle Dog is known for "herding" kids and small animals. They can sometimes feel the need to keep others in line, barking and nipping to keep them under control. This behavior needs to be addressed immediately.
Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Groups
Australian Cattles can be a handful. They need a lot of exercise, training, and attention. For some families, this can be more than they expected. There also may be events out of their control that force them to give up their beloved family pet. Luckily there are rescues out there that specialize in cattle dog breeds, including the Australian Cattle Dog. They are full of volunteers who specialize in this type of dog and their needs.
The Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association was formed in 2002 by two breed clubs. It's a non-profit organized to facilitate the rescue and adoption of Australian Cattle Dogs in need. Said their mission statement: "Our goal is to eliminate the stray, abandoned, and unwanted ACDs through spay/neuter, adoptions, and education. Through our network of members and foster homes, we rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Australian Cattles and ACD mixes from animal control groups, shelters, and owner surrenders." Rocket Dog Rescue in Northern California and Central Coast Border Collie and Herding Dog Rescue in Central California are other organizations focused on rescuing the energetic and social Australian Cattle Dog.
Australian Cattle Dog Breed Organizations
Every dog breed, including the Australian Cattle Dog, has clubs throughout the world dedicated to sharing information about the dog and organizing events for owners. The Australian Cattle Dog Club of America has annual events for the breed, including agility tournaments, training sessions, and dog shows. They also share information about the Australian Cattle Dog breed standard. They even have a Juniors Program for youth who want to get involved with showing and training their Australian Cattle Dog!
Like other dog breeds, the Australian Cattle Dog has a few other names that Cattle Dog owners will often use, such as:
- Blue Heelers
- Red Heelers
- Queensland Heeler,
- Australian Heeler
No matter what you call them, the Australian Cattle has a distinct look thanks to their dense, blue coat. But did you know this dog is born white? Thanks to their Dalmatian heritage, Australian Cattles start with an all-white coat. They get their pattern and color around six weeks.
More About the Australian Cattle Dog
The Australian Cattle Dog isn't just good looks, however. This dog is also one of the smartest breeds around. One Australian Heeler named Skidboot showed off his intelligence on Animal Planet's Pet Star, winning $25,000. He learned an abundance of tricks, including even leading a horse on a rope.
The Australian Cattle's intelligence and perseverance have made it a popular dog breed. They are currently the 54th most popular dog breed, according to the American Kennel Club. If you have a lot of time and energy, this is the breed for you!

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Speaking about the track, Mr Jukes says, “It was quite fitting that we recorded this song - which samples a wonderful gospel singer called Pastor T. L. Barrett - in my old bedroom which overlooked an old church. Barney was looking for the right words and I suggested he take a walk around the churchyard. He came back with the whole second verse.”
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A fantastic collection of tunes that encompass everything from bangers to slow-jams.
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The White Walk, from MEADOW BARNS through PENPELL WOODS
The eastern side paths of Luxulyan Valley, close to Meadow Barns, are mainly known and used by locals; as a result they tend to be less wide, less well-trodden than the main central paths. At every point of interest, or change in direction a white sign, or white rope in a tree or other indication is waiting to point you on your way. This is your detective, clue-spotting challenge!
The white route takes about 1.5 hours and includes stopping places for stories, as follows:-
- a mid 19th century carriageway & granite bridges
- a dried-out leat path
- a disused water turbine
- a bench overlooking the canal
- a section beside a tumbling stream and leat
- a short climb on the inclined plane
- the largest set of archaeological remains, in a waterwheel pit
- a tin shaft with engine houses
- a hidden granite-lined tunnel
Two more longer walks are available from the Meadow Barns Centre, one starting out to the big mine house in the east, down hill and back up through the woods; the other down to Ponts Mill and climbing gently beside Par River to the viaduct. You then return on a quiet country road.
Please note, if you lack confidence to explore in this way, remember you can call for help. OR pay a higher price to be accompanied the whole way.
The tales of Treffry also extend to other areas locally – Cam Bridges area of Luxulyan, Pontsmill to St. Blazey & Par, Tywardreath and Fowey. Email your firstname.lastname@example.org to receive notifications as these new Story Walk Book become available.
MAPS used are usually hand-drawn or edited photo-copies of either the 1840 tithe maps or the 1908 Ordnance Survey maps. These can alert you to what was happening at the time, rather than simply seeing the landscape of today.
Coming soon, preview pages of Episode 1 Fowey Tales.
And as a taster below, find a few sample pages, from the 2021 version of Episode 3. But this is no longer the format we are using, having made changes to be better suited for carrying in a ruck sack.
Walks in Par area, harbour, coast and canal, which go with Episode 3

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2016 IL 119618 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS
(Docket Nos. 119618, 119620, 119638, 119639, 119644 cons.) MARY J. JONES et al., Appellees, v.MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES’ ANNUITY AND BENEFIT FUND OF CHICAGO et al., Appellants.
JUSTICE THEIS delivered the judgment of the court, with opinion. Chief Justice Garman and Justices Thomas, Kilbride, and Karmeier concurred in the judgment and opinion. Justices Freeman and Burke took no part in the decision.
“…This court has twice recently construed the plain language of this clause in Kanerva v. Weems, 2014 IL 115811, and Heaton, 2015 IL 118585. We have considered its object and purpose, and reaffirmed the scope of its protections, consistent with earlier holdings from this court and the appellate court since the pension protection clause was adopted in 1970.
“As we have explained, under the clause, a public employee’s membership in a pension system is an enforceable contractual relationship, and the employee has a constitutionally protected right to the benefits of that contractual relationship. Heaton, 2015 IL 118585, ¶ 46. Those constitutional protections attach at the time an individual begins employment and becomes a member of the public pension system. Id. Thus, under its plain and unambiguous language, the clause prohibits the General Assembly from unilaterally reducing or eliminating the pension benefits conferred by membership in the pension system…” (Opinion filed March 24, 2016).
What we call rights of individuals is bound up with the theory and precepts of social and political justice we adopt (Mill, On Liberty). All citizens of the State of Illinois have legal justification for their rights and for compensation they have earned, for rights and obligations are logically correlative, and a citizen’s rights imply or complement the legislators’ obligation to guarantee them.
The keeping of promises is the General Assembly’s, the governor's and mayor's legal duty. It is something the U.S. Constitution and the State of Illinois Constitution require them to do whether they want to or not.
It is a moral concern and legal duty to reform the state's sources of revenue and to address the incurred pension debt through restructuring so the state can provide services for its citizens and fund the public pension systems instead of incriminating public employees, and thereby forcing them to defend the State and United States Constitutions again and again.

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Ossila FACT System Guides Us to Promising OPV Copolymer PFDT2BT-8
Posted on Wed, Sep 10, 2014 by Jack Stephenson
Update - 2017: Please note that as of 2017 the Ossila FACT System has been discontinued.
Ossila products were used in a recently published paper written by Andrew Pearson et al., which undertook a comparative study on four donor-acceptor benzothiadiazole-based copolymers containing dithienyl or thienothiophene moieties for application in organic photovoltaic devices.
The paper, Impact of dithienyl or thienothiophene units on the optoelectronic and photovoltaic properties of benzo[1,2,5]thiadiazole based donor-acceptor copolymers for organic solar cell devices, studied in detail the structural, electronic and optical properties of copolymers PCDT2BT-8, PFDT2BT-8, PCDTTBT-8 and PFDTTBT-8 in order to define the physical differences between them.
"We find that thienothiophene substitution is an effective method to modify the optical absorption properties of the copolymers. Optical probes show no discernable differences in the photoexcited state quenching efficiency or charge generation yields between each copolymer:PC71BM blend. Probes of film structure using X-ray scattering reveal that whilst the polymer component is largely amorphous in all cases, the degree of PC71BM crystallinity varies between the different polymer-blends studied. In photovoltaic devices, we find that thienothiophene substitution does not result in improved device efficiency. However we find that improved device efficiency (particularly deriving from improved fill-factors) is positively correlated with polymer blends in which there is higher hole mobility and more extensive PC71BM crystallisation."
The paper concluded that the PFDT2BT-8 copolymer demonstrated relatively high efficiencies of 6.2% and therefore holds promise as a suitable semiconductor for single junction OPVs or as a wide band-gap semiconductor for tandem solar cell devices.
Our pre-patterned ITO glass substrates were used during the fabrication of OPVs whilst our silicon oxide substrates were used to produce OFETs. Our FACT System was also used for rapid and accurate characterisation of the devices.
We're currently in the process of developing the new SuperFACT System, which is designed for high throughput, highly accurate experiments and which could reduce R&D testing cycles by up 75%. We hope that SuperFACT will be a valuable testing tool for more comparative studies such as this one where rapid testing of multiple devices is necessary.
A proof of concept prototype unit will be available to view at the upcoming EMRS Conference at Warsaw University of Technology; we'd love to see you there and hear some of your feedback on the system. The conference runs from Monday 16th to Thursday 18th September and you can find Ossila at stall number 4.
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Impact of dithienyl or thienothiophene units on the optoelectronic and photovoltaic properties of benzo[1,2,5]thiadiazole based donor-acceptor copolymers for organic solar cell devices. Andrew Pearson et al., RSC Advances, 10.1039/C4RA07186G (2014)

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Top 20 Of The Most Beautiful Parks In
I personally loved this proud and unique country when I visited, but I will try to keep it to a minimum here and present just fifteen of the best and most beautiful places to visit in Poland…
There is a sense of familiarity to the place, perhaps due to its size which makes it perfect for discovering by bicycle or on foot, and the lush greenery adds to the gorgeous scenery.
Relics from every significant architectural era remain as testament to the many lives the city has lived.
If you find yourself full from the natural beauty, follow the coastal path beyond the sandy mount to discover an array of inviting, wooden bars ready to sweep the weary off their feet and fuel the next adventure.
Pieniny National Park
The seemingly vertical walls of the Peniny Mountains plunge down to the Dunajec River, within whose basin Pieniny National Park resides.
Originally a garden, it has been transfigured into a place of profound beauty and architectural significance, full of powerfully symbolic monuments, sculptures, gardens, and bridges.
Slowinski National Park
Slowinski National Park is a World Biosphere Reserve, meaning that its wonderfully diverse flora and fauna are under protection.
Warsaw has blossomed into a major cultural, economic and academic hub. It is also perhaps the only place in the world where you’ll witness a mermaid wielding a sword and shield.
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Metcalfe cautions that not all endocrine disruptors behave the same way. The study shows that although fish may be exposed to endocrine disruptors early in life, those changes may not harm them forever.
The Grande Prairie Airport was originally developed in the s as a grass only strip at its present site. To visit an inmate name the sex cells in humans in Grand Prairie state prison, visitors typically need to be on the inmate's approved visitation list, which requires permission from the offender as well as approval from the facility.
Grande Prairie's population went from just over 12, in the early s to over 24, by the time the oil boom went bust in Alberta Municipal Affairs. Grande Prairie Transit is a small public transit system with modern buses and a route system integrated throughout the city.
The town of Grand Prairie was eventually incorporated as a city in Prisoner prescription medication will be accepted and dispensed in the prescribed manner. What is an Alias warrant? The bond desk cannot accept payments between 5 a.
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The Regional Airline Association (RAA) represents US regional airlines and the manufacturers of products and services that support the industry, before the Congress, DOT, FAA and other federal agencies. The association's 50 member airlines and 230 associate members represent the key decision makers of this vital sector of the commercial aviation industry.
Each spring the RAA holds a major convention which incorporates a trade show, and, each fall, a membership meeting. The annual convention, which had historically been held in Washington, is now held at various locations throughout the United States.
Lufthansa Technik Group will be represented with a booth by Lufthansa Technik AERO Alzey.
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Watch the bizarre and playful clip for British producer Lone's 'Restless City', from his latest LP for R&S Records.
Hip hop superstar Future has released a dark new mixtape just in time for Halloween weekend.
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For those who want to turn up.
Yung Dugong gets in on the Thelma Plum action.
Thelma Plum unleashes her Monster EP, and a beautfiul video for single Young In Love.
From grungy apartment chills to weird psychedelic trip in a second.
A banging three-tracker from the British bass fiends.
Some incredible video clips we watched this week.
The best things about being in The Bronx and Mariachi El Bronx.
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Mike is a recent graduate of Washington University in St. Louis and currently a developer and researcher for the Looking Glass project.
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Atom User Reviews for Blindspotting
This was an intense, funny, and deeply moving look at some of the biggest social issues facing our country today from race to economic disparity and gentrification to gun violence. There are some tropes and plot contrivences that could have been the downfall of the film if the writing, cinematography, and acting hadn't been outstanding. It is the total package - funny, thoughtful, with moments that leave you waiting for the other shoe to drop.
This movie is 100% an absolute masterpiece that left me shaken to my core. It is equally as tense as it is hilarious and socially conscious in its representation and love for the Bay area
This is America.
A must see for a kinder world
Best movie of the year. Will see it again! It is incredible, well-written and performed. Makes you think and challenges the status quo. Run don’t walk to this one!!
Straight outa Oakland
This movie was well done and awesome!!!
Moving performances from a great cast but a bit of an uneven film in tone. However, it's a strong debut showing promise for future projects with all involved.
This movie was so excellent . It had a great cast a must see go out and see this movie you will laugh and cry a little
Wish I could’ve met the cast
The title is perfect for the whole theme of the movie. This is a very intense, eye-opening film. Even if you are not one of the most emphatic people out there, you will feel everything Collin, the main character feels. It keeps you on the edge of the seat at times, honestly rooting for an ex-con hiding a gun not to be caught by the police. I am not a film critic, but I can honestly say it is one of the best acting I have seen in a long time. It truly made me FEEL everything. Kudos to Daveed and Rafael!
You will walk in the shoes of a black man in oakland and realize his fears.
It just hits reality!
The character development is as good as it gets. An intense film that simply doles not let you go.
Saw this movie mentioned on Vice News. It was great. Worth see!
Although I liked the story behind the movie and understand the point they were trying to get across. I didn't like the delivery, it could have been much better. The rapping through out the movie to me, wasn't relevant and sometimes it really didn't make sense.
Great film, would watch it again and the film beautifully captures what goes on in an ex convicts heads and feelings even after being released from jail.
A movie that makes you reevaluate the world
If this doesn’t win Oscars, the Academy is cancelled.
This movie will stand out for it great writing.
This movie was outstanding. The cast is amazing & the movie was made me laugh, cry, and had me at the edge of my seat. It is a true story of the police brutality, gentrification, and racism issues we still deal with in today’s society. Everyone should go see this movie
Smartest movie I’ve seen since Moonlight.
The movie had a strong message and had the potential to have an even stronger message. I just feel the Director's were not consistent in their delivery of that message consistent in the delivery of their message and left out all of the comedy.
An awesome film. A must see for all Americans.
Best movie to bring out a message! All the suspense brought out the to movie to be interesting!
Great & important film. Brought to you by geniuses. 100% recommend and will see again
Unlike anything else I’ve ever seen. Felt so real, there were points I couldn’t breathe.
This movie was amazing! Everyone should see this!
Simple story line but the ending could be a bit more out of the ordinary. It's pretty black mixing with races.
This story needed to be told. Congratulations to the cast and crew for an amazing production.
I did not enjoy this movie at all
Great writing and acting. Would definitely watch again!
This was definitely not promoted like it should have been because this was an awesome movie!
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It depicts how hard it is as a black man in this society trying to just live your life in peace. also the hatred we deal with from police and whites.
Both the lead and supporting actors had great chemistry on screen, and really played their roles. It was an emotional storyline that takes you through the depth of trauma convicts experience as people of color. Definitely a must see, that deserves an award.
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This film captured the heart of a message that's been seen as some sort of rascist propoganda when shared by followers of the #Blacklivesmatter movement. It manages to do so in a very poignant, yet occasionally hilarious manner. It's so refreshing to see something so entertaining and intensely thought provoking all in one originally creative package. This film checks all the boxes.
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As led by Daveed Diggs’ impassioned, tormented performance, Blindspotting is hard to shake, despite its on-the-nose plot points and melodramatic flourishes.
In a stroke of combined wisdom and humility, rather than pretending to have the answers, Casal and Diggs are content to pose the questions, relying on their considerable wit and comedic charm to present such tricky topics in refreshingly engaging fashion.


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New Kids on The Block, the boy band that was formed in 1984, received the 2,530th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Explicit images believed to have been sent through Snapchat are reportedly put online, but the firm says its servers were not breached.
The FIA is looking at steps to ensure drivers slow down more than they currently do following Jules Bianchi's crash on Sunday.
The family of a missing 15-year-old who is thought to have travelled to Syria fear they may never see her again.
BBC World Affairs Editor John Simpson travelled with the Iraqi army to the front line with Islamic State outside Baghdad.
The aunt of a missing 15-year-old from Bristol, who is thought to have travelled to Syria, has said she believes her niece was radicalised online.
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Nigel Farage defends comments suggesting immigrants who are HIV-positive should not be allowed to come to the UK.
DUP leader Peter Robinson says he will not attend the opening of next week's talks aimed at breaking the deadlock at Stormont.
Nigel Farage says UKIP could hold the balance of power in Parliament next year after gaining its first elected MP.
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The launch of gree’n’lectric, a wholly digital publication dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability in the power sector will bolster Sahara Power Group’s resolve to seeking environmentally relevant options and solutions in its operations, Ejiro Gray, Director, Governance and Sustainability, Sahara Group has said.
Speaking at the launch of the publication at Egbin Power Plant, Gray said Sahara Power, a Sahara Group company which connects over 30 million homes to power in the nation, considers access to clean, safe, and reliable energy as critical goals of the organization.
According to Gray, “Gree’n’lectric is one of the vehicles of sharing our journey to green, as we articulate our efforts and plans towards addressing global sustainability concerns. Our business daily impacts and is impacted by natural, social, and human capital interests on which the sustainability of our people and the planet depend. We believe that these interests must be tackled head-on with unwavering accountability and responsibility to provide assurance for a better tomorrow.”
She said Sahara Power’s commitment to protecting the integrity of the environment remained unwavering and generational through the involvement of young students and entrepreneurs in sustainability conversations and interventions. Israel Anyanwu, a student at Powerfields Group of Schools, Egbin said young Nigerians are increasingly becoming aware of the need to be part of the process of safeguarding the environment. “We are studying hard to contribute our quota while observing basic practices that helps to protect the environment,” he said.
Gray said Sahara Power was exploring and investing in several renewable energy solutions to boost power generation and distribution mix, in a bid to ensure the company continues to “bring energy to life responsibly”.
She noted that Sahara Power entities, including, Egbin Power Plc, Ikeja Electric and First Independent Power Limited (FIPL) hinge their operations on emission reduction, resource efficiency, business ethics, health and safety, as well as inclusion and diversity.
“With the deployment of electric buggies and scooters, bicycles, and a robust walk-to-work initiative, Egbin Power has reduced the use of fossil fuel vehicles in the facility, cutting off the emission of 670,000kg of CO2 annually. We have also planted over 1000 trees, cut paper consumption, saved 105KWH from reduced printing and continue to digitalise our operations to secure the environment. Ikeja Electric pioneered the first e-billing initiative in the power sector and has safety certifications that reinforce our commitment to sustainability,” she said.
Gree’n’lectric, a bi-annual publication highlights key Sahara Power Group environmental, social and governance milestones. It can be accessed via QR codes and easily shared via several messaging apps on mobile devices.
“As we continue to scale our operations to meet expected global economic expansion and parallel increase in energy demand, sustainability will remain the driver of our operations, with a firm commitment to measuring, monitoring, and communicating our progress to our stakeholders,” Gray concluded.


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Steve Ford will try to make it two in a row today when the Tradewinds Senior Open begins at Duran Golf Club.
Ford won the first Sunbelt Senior Professional Golf Tour event last week at Suntree Country Club.
Dave Rummels, who won the Super Senior event at Suntree, also will be competing at Duran this week. ...


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The purpose of study was to identify the presence of strength asymmetries (SA) in young elite soccer players in relation to muscle group (knee extensors (KE) and flexors (KF)) and limb preference (dominant vs. non-dominant limb). Forty-one U16 national team soccer players (mean age 15.7±0.3 years, body height 177.9±6.6 cm, body weight 68.2±7.9 kg) participated in this study. Assessments were performed on a Cybex Humac Norm isokinetic dynamometer in concentric contraction. We noted the degree of SAs in the bilateral ratio of quadriceps and hamstrings and in the ipsilateral ratio of the dominant (DL) and non-dominant (NL) legs. Bilateral deficits of KFs were higher (9.02–12.61 %) than those of KFs (6.32–7.15 %). The percentage of SA (>10 %) in knee extensors was 19.5– 31.7 %. The percentage of SA (>10 %) in knee flexors was 36.6–51.2 %. At the lowest velocity, there was a significantly higher prevalence of SAs in KFs than in KEs (χ2= 4.11, p<.05). The ipsilateral ratio was lowest at the lowest velocity regardless of limb dominance (DL: 58.95–63.27 %, NL: 56.58–60.11 %). At each velocity, the percentage of SA was higher for the non-dominant limb (12.2–24.4 %) than for the dominant one (4.9–14.6 %). Despite these differences, we did not find any significantly higher prevalence of SA in the non- dominant limb than in the dominant one (χ2= .35–2.04, p>.05). The results of the study suggest that more than 73.2 % of players have at least one SA. More attention should be paid to knee flexors, where a higher percentage of strength asymmetries were observed; furthermore, a higher percentage of strength asymmetry was seen in the non-dominant lower limb.
KEY WORDS: Muscular strength; Strength Asymmetries; Isokinetic testing; Soccer; Injury prevention.


In the end, it was the Gamecocks (4-3, 3-3 SEC) who came out on top-in come-from-behind fashion in a 27-24 win over the Vols (3-5, 1-5 SEC) at Williams-Brice Stadium.
With the win, South Carolina has now won three-straight over Tennessee, and Will Muschamp is 7-0 all-time against the Vols dating, back to his 4-year stint at Florida.
The Tennessee offense struck early, scoring their first, first quarter touchdown of the season with a 5-yard touchdown toss from Jarrett Guarantano to Eli Wolf to cap off a 6-play, 39-yard drive.
The Vols extended their lead to 14-3 with a Guarantano pass to Jauan Jennings with just over two minutes left in the second quarter, but Jake Bentley answered with a touchdown pass to Deebo Samuel to cut the deficit to 14-9 just before the half.
Early in the third quarter, a 14-yard touchdown run from Carlin Fils-aime gave Tennessee a 21-9, and it appeared that the Vols offense was clicking on all cylinders for the first time this season in an SEC game.
However, Tennessee could only muster a field goal for the rest of the second half as South Carolina scored a pair of third quarter touchdowns on Rico Dowdle and Ty’Son Williams runs. Bentley was able to punch it on a two-point conversion to tie the game, 24-24.
The difference in the game proved to be 25-yard field goal from Parker White with 5:52 left in the game as the Gamecocks defense sacked Guarantano on a 4th and long with just over a minute on the clock.
Tennessee posted 351 yards of total offense while South Carolina managed to put up 376 yards.
As far as the quarterbacks were concerned, Guarantano finished the game 27-39 for 207 yards and 2 touchdowns for the Vols as Jake Bentley went 11-16 for 152 yards, 1 touchdown and 1 interception.
For Tennessee, bowl eligibility is still a possibility, but the Vols still have contests with Missouri, Kentucky, Charlotte and Vanderbilt on the horizon. South Carolina’s chances of making a third-straight bowl appearance improved drastically with the win, but the Gamecocks still have games at Ole Miss, at Florida, Chattanooga and at Clemson left.


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Dr. Carol Zimbalatti, Public Health Physician (bottom left); Dr. Jim Chirico, Medical Officer of Health (top left); Andrea McLellan, Director of Immunization (bottom right); and Alex McDermid, Communications Officer (top right) during Thursday's media conference. (Photo screenshot via North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit)
The local health unit says the District of Parry Sound is seeing a spike in community transmission of COVID-19.
In the health unit’s weekly update, Public Health Physician Dr. Carol Zimbalatti said whether this leads to a longer local wave is up to residents.
“Yes, we are seeing more community transmission in Parry Sound District than we are elsewhere but it is possible that we can nip that in the bud with the appropriate measures,” Zimbalatti said.
She said it really depends on the community sticking to what Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jim Chirico said is and has been the advice for the past weeks which is;
“Follow the public health measures, assume that everybody you come in contact with has COVID-19 and really only go out for essential reasons,” said Dr. Chirico.
Zimbalati said whether in Parry Sound or in North Bay or Sturgeon Falls, assume that everyone we come in contact with outside of your household has COVID-19
“The public really holds the key in terms of determining whether this is a little blip or whether it is the start of a protracted wave,” She said.
In the last seven days, 21 new cases were reported from Parry Sound, which’s about a 17 percent jump in our district’s total case count in one week.
Dr. Zimbalatti also says cases of community spread means the numbers are likely higher than the 20 reported over the past week.
“This means that there are likely other cases in our communities that have not been tested; at the same time, testing rates across our district have been lower than usual since mid-march,” Zimballati explained.
She says it’s important to self-monitor for symptoms and get tested if you think you might have the virus, adding it’s important to do that even if you’re vaccinated as there have been a few cases reported in people who had just received their first shot of a vaccine.


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The 1998 Good Friday peace agreement to end the conflict in Northern Ireland could become unsalvageable, Irish republican party Sinn Fein has said, as Brexit and other unresolved issues continue to shutter the institutions set up under the agreement, Irish Republican News
Britain’s departure from the European Union without a deal would make a united Ireland and the break-up of Britain more likely, British Prime Minister Theresa May told MPs ahead of a January 15 vote on her government’s Withdrawal Agreement that it has negotiated with the European Union. May dramatically lost the vote by 432-202.
It is the first time May has admitted British rule in Ireland and Scotland could be jeopardised by Brexit.
In Northern Ireland, made up of the six Irish counties still claimed by Britain, a majority voted to remain in the European Union in Britain’s 2016 referendum. But “Brexit” is threatening to take it out of the EU regardless — threatening progress in a statelet historically wracked by discrimination, inequality and violence.
Brexit is a threat to Northern Ireland in several ways. Key aspects of the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, which formally ended decades of armed conflict, underpinned by European law and funds.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland is investigating hate crimes committed at bonfires in unionist (supporters of British rule over Northern Ireland’s six counties) areas on the nights of July 11, An Phoblacht said the next day. Bonfires, which are set alight each July 11 by the members of the unionist community, were strewn with election posters for Irish republican party Sinn Fein and other non-unionist groups, as well as Irish flags and various expressions of sectarianism and bigotry.
Few would have predicted, until recent times, that the biggest act at the Glastonbury music festival would be a 68-year-old socialist reciting a 200-year-old poem.
Yet Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn’s June 24 speech at Glastonbury attracted what was likely the largest crowd in the festival’s history, NME said.
You can read more of Mark Steel's articles in The Independent.
After promising for months that she’d never call an early election, Tory Prime Minister Theresa May called a snap general election in April — fully expecting to be returned with a thumping Conservative majority.
Instead, the cynically conceived June 8 poll resulted in a disaster for Conservative politics in Britain. The Tories have lost their majority and now face a hung parliament.
Theresa May desperately clung to power yesterday by resorting to a coalition of terror with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).
After months of smearing Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn as a so-called “terrorist sympathiser” for engaging in peace talks with the IRA, she leapt into bed with the notorious loyalist party to avoid the humiliation of seeing her opportunist snap election force her out of No 10.
Ten DUP MPs will allow a government that looks set to be — in the words she previously used against other parties — a “weak and unstable coalition of chaos.”
Irish Republican party Sinn Fein attained its highest ever share of the vote in the six counties that make up the Northern Ireland statelet still claimed by Britain, in emergency assembly elections on March 2.
Elections were called after power-sharing between Sinn Fein and the pro-British Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) collapsed over a corruption scandal involving the public energy program. When DUP leader and Northern Ireland First Minister Arlene Foster had refused to resign over her role in the scandal, Sinn Fein withdrew from the administration.

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text: Twitter: @machinegunkelly, @chiefkeef Machine Gun Kelly is gearing up for what he has expressed as his favorite weekend of the year. Details for this year's fEST can be found here. In the meantime, he has let go of this absolute banger featuring Chief Keef titled "Young Man." Big shoutout to Slim and Baze for producing this as well. MGK performed this song in the club with Cleveland Cavalier Iman Shumpert as his hype man for the night. Grab it now on iTunes and check back for the link to stream!


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Hounslow tunesmiths The Bluetones were regarded as a poor man’s Stone Roses when they hit the big time in 1996. This was, to me, an unfair comparison given the finely crafted, smaller scale pop from Mark Morriss’s band. They also became one of the fall guys of the Britpop era that seems to be receiving a lot of nostalgic attention lately, and as a result have not repeated the success of their Expecting To Fly debut.
This is a shame, for although 1997s Solomon Bites The Worm had some good moments, it was not as instantly catchy, and the fine songs that made up their third album Science & Nature were not given enough exposure. The appearance of a Best Of last year seemed to sound the death knell for the band, but here they are bouncing back like many of their contemporaries.
Luxembourg sounds like a record put together in a hurry, with its ten tracks done and dusted in just 34 minutes and with a production that is refreshingly direct but rough around the edges. As you’d expect Morriss supplies perky, slightly feminine vocals, but although some of the tunes are memorable they are in shorter supply.
Instead The Bluetones whack up the guitars and introduce a vocoder trick or two, varying the range of colours on offer but sacrificing the subtlety of their guitar hooks and lyrical writing.
Interestingly the lyrics are often downbeat – from the ‘I don’t love you anymore’ of the excellent Going Nowhere to Your No Fun Anymore and Big Problem. Fast Boy is what Morriss calls a “new song about drugs for the new century in the same realm as White Lines and Ebeneezer Goode” but I haven’t spotted that one yet – the ‘don’t tell mother’ couplet near the end makes this a bit too safe and prissy.
The b-side of the Fast Boy single, Liquid Lips, is a tale of male manipulation, sharply observed with a dry wit lacking elsewhere. The best songs lie towards the close of the album, including Code Blue, a more adventurous story about “un-channelled idiocy” in a soldier, impeccably timed with Iraq in mind.
To sum up, this is a bonus for those who thought the band would split up after last year’s Best Of, and sonically it represents a step forward from Science & Nature. Unfortunately they left some of their best tunes behind in an effort to rock out more.