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Dr. Richard L. Benkin – Asian Tribune
The question on so many lips around the world right now is, “What has led to
the current round of Middle East fighting.”
People ask that of me everyday. The answer is neither as complex as some would
think nor as simple as others would have us believe.
Common answers rest on sloganeering demonizing entire religions and are
bound to lead us down a cul de sac of destruction. Those that require
either directly or de facto the destruction of Israel as a
democratic and Jewish state are destined to be a road map to eternal strife.
Although a much more accurate answer requires some explanation, it can be
expressed simply with one word so blithely bandied about these days: restraint.
As used now, the restraint is urged on one party alone, Israel, and
generally as a demand if the Jewish state is to get any chance for
international acceptance. The fact is that today’s fighting is the result of
yesterday’s restraint; and restraint today will only insure more fighting
Genuine advocates of restraint (as opposed to those who cynically use it as
a tactic) fall back on it because they long for a mere cessation of hostilities:
a hollow peace at all costs. But that will only ensure future hostilities
unless the root cause of the Middle East
conflict is addressed and addressed honestly without regard to rhetoric. That
root cause is first and foremost the near unanimous Arab rejection of a viable
Jewish state in the Middle East. That was the
cause of hostilities in 1948, and it is the cause of hostilities in 2006. A
peace process must begin with that reality and acknowledge that until it
changes among the Arab people, the Middle East
conflict will remain a conflict.
Restraint? Diplomacy? Compromise? The conflict remains because they have
been the province of one side only. In 1948, the United Nations ordered that
British Palestine be partitioned into Jewish and Arab states. The Jews accepted
the division; the Arabs did not and tried in vain to destroy the Jewish state
the day it was born.
In 1967, the Israelis begged Jordan's
King Hussein to stay out of any Middle East
war, telling him that the two countries could co-exist in peace. As subsequent
events showed, it was not out of weakness but strength that Israel sought
peace. Hussein and his fellow Arab leaders instead chose war; after which Israel offered to give back the West Bank, Gaza, and the Sinai
immediately in exchange for a real peace. Arabs could use the land for a
Palestinian state or anything else, but their oft quoted response was "No
peace, no negotiations, no recognition."
More recently, in 2000, the Israelis offered the Palestinians all of Gaza, 95 percent of the West Bank, and some of pre-1967 Israel in
exchange for peace. Not only did the Arabs reject it, but they followed
rejection with a terror war against Israeli civilians.
During discussions about the holy site, Jerusalem’s
Temple Mount, holy to Jews and Muslims, the
Arabs rejected arrangement after arrangement that recognized both religions’
legitimate ties to the Mount. Every suggestion, however, would mean mutual
recognition of equivalent rights, so no fellow Arabs criticized the
rejected peace. A negotiated peace is not possible if one side presupposes what
the outcome must be.
So Israel voluntarily left places (Lebanon in 2000, Gaza in 2005), and after
regularly shelling Israeli civilians as thanks for the withdrawals, Arab
terrorists have in 2006 launched unprovoked cross-border attacks, killing,
wounding, and kidnapping Israelis. Now Israel has gone to battle against
them, but numerous Israelis have confirmed that they are not happy about
fighting the Lebanese. But, they have said, they have no choice.
The situation places Israel
in a difficult situation in which they have to do enough damage to end Hizbollah’s threat to their civilian population, but too
much damage could help topple Lebanon’s
democratic government and see a radical or pro-Syrian one emerge in its stead.
The dilemma, however, could have been averted if the international community
was not perpetually genuflecting to Arab oil and Islamist terrorism. Israel had occupied Lebanon
from their common border up to the Litani River.
Their purpose was to establish a 20-mile buffer zone to prevent rocket file and
cross-border attacks on its civilians. They withdrew with the understanding
that the Lebanese army would replace them and prevent such attacks on innocent
Israeli civilians. There is even a UN Resolution, 1551, that has Lebanon
disarming Hizbollah and taking control of the
country’s south. But the UN and the international community never went beyond
periodic requests. No UN resolutions condemned the ongoing attacks by Hizbollah on the Israeli north. And there was no action
when Hizbollah justified its actions by accusing the
Israelis of continuing to occupy Lebanon
(in the area known as Shebaa Farms),
even though the UN had certified that the Israel
had quit Lebanon
completely. That was the key, no one cared, no one protested, no one insisted;
for the victims were “only” Israelis.
When Israel left Gaza in 2005, the world expected the Palestinians to use
the opportunity to build a society—with a great deal of international aid,
including some from American Jews—on which Israel and they could build a real
peace process leading to a comprehensive agreement and two thriving states
living side-by-side. But from the start, Gaza
took on an uncivilized personality, glorifying terrorists and issuing one
complaint after another about how all the help it received was insufficient.
Internecine warfare between Fatah and Hamas continued to devastate the population and the
economy. The Palestinians could not even make use of the advanced Israeli
agricultural products (hothouses) American Jews purchased for them. Sporadic
terrorist attacks on Israel,
ongoing smuggling of arms and Katushya rocket attacks
all were allowed to proceed with impunity. Even the suggestion of an Israeli
defense was greeted with cries of “foul” and condemnation.
Then, in 2005, the Palestinians elected Hamas to
had begged the international community to exclude groups that were committed to
war, that refused to acknowledge the possibility of two states living side-by-side.
But the international community spurned their requests and accorded the
terrorist Hamas greater legitimacy than some of them
grant to Israel.
The Katushya attacks became daily occurrences and
covered more Israeli territory. But the world did nothing.
The lack of action, more, the tacit support for ongoing hostilities by these
groups is what emboldened them to attack Israel in 2006. Experience showed
them that Western Europe and the UN especially would likely force Israel to cave
into their demands. It is also significant that both Hamas
and Hizbollah are dedicated to Israel’s destruction and therefore opposed to a
peaceful solution of the Middle East
situation. This placed Israel
in a terrible bind. They had the choice of confirming the terrorists’
suspicions that they could attack Israel with impunity or take
effective action against them. The fact that both Hamas
and Hizbollah deliberately locate themselves among
densely populated civilian areas meant that any Israeli action would invariably
result in civilian casualties—something Israel
knew would damage its standing and create animosity among the populations of Lebanon and Gaza.
Asked whether the current hostilities could have been prevented, Israeli
Knesset member and defense expert uval Steinitz responded, “Over the last year, Israel's
deterrence has been badly damaged. It began with Hizbullah
strikes from Rajar to abduct Israelis, which was met
by a tactical military response. It continued with Hamas
and its Kassam missile strikes on Sderot.
Over the last year, there was a range of provocations in which Israeli
responded tactically and with great restraint.”
By the way, these remarks are not directed towards those who in essence do
not believe Israel
is a legitimate state and that the world would be better off if it were
destroyed. For they have come to a position of pure evil, and one that I would
counsel not wasting any time arguing or negotiating with them. It is a position
that must be utterly destroyed. But if that is not one’s position—and support
for the so-called Arab right of return is tantamount to the Jewish state’s
destruction—then the opportunity for peace exist
Because no one else acted, the Israelis felt they had to do so. Hamas and Hizbullah also failed
to account for changing circumstances. As the two terror groups are openly
affiliated with Iran, their
actions received a mixed response even among Arab states, which had never
criticized fellow Arabs in their fights with Israel. But this time was
different. So-called moderate Arab states—Egypt, Jordan, United Arab Emirates,
Bahrain, and even Saudi Arabia—all publicly blamed Hizbullah
for the fighting and refused to let the Arab League issue a statement in their
support. Moreover, their acquiescence meant that other nations could act
without fear of disrupted oil supplies. Those nations and most of the world
have come to recognize Iran
as a far greater threat to them than Israel. A victorious Hizbullah would mean a huge increase of Iranian influence
among their populations. And this commentator already has reported on Iranian
activities intended to undermine these governments.
The conventional wisdom is that Israel has about another week of
heavy fighting before civilian casualties force aggressive action on a
cease-fire. With perhaps 40 percent of Hizbollah’s
firepower destroyed, that should be sufficient for Israel to finish the job.
Dr. Richard L. Benkin is an American Jew and a Zionist. He is also an
international activist and was responsible for freeing a falsely imprisoned
journalist in 2005. He also works toward real interfaith dialogue based on
mutual recognition and respect. He can be contacted through his web site: http://www.interfaithstrength.com/
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Those who have been following the saga of the leukemia wonder drug imatinib mesylate or Glivec (spelled Gleevec in North America to standardize pronunciation) may recall that it was said to be the first medicine for which a global price was set. At the time of its 2001 FDA approval, the worldwide price was US$2400/month, for a base dosage of a 30 day supply of 400mg caps. Indeed, Novartis CEO Daniel Vasella went to great lengths to discuss and justify both the high price and the pricing decision in his subsequent infomercial-type book Magic Cancer Bullet: How a Tiny Orange Pill Is Rewriting Medical History. The Gleevec story is notable too in that the typical pharma claim that the price is justified by R & D costs, was refuted by researcher Brian Druker MD, who detailed how most of the initial work on imatinib was publicly funded and he had to convince Novartis to produce enough of it to begin clinical trials with CML patients. Dr. Druker has also gone on record to criticize the price being charged for Glivec.
Since then patients in wealthy countries mostly have been clamoring for their public or private insurance to cover the drug (and its second-line successors) not that something be done about the price that is exorbitant even in their economies. Novartis invested heavily in worldwide patient relationship marketing for Glivec , which has contributed to this phenomenon, a topic explored previously in this blog. In recent years, it has become much more common to hear complaints from US patients and even some of the big-box disease associations, about the escalating price of drugs like Glivec and especially for new biologics. But it has been rare to to hear demands that something be done about drug prices.
So the recent posting of a patient petition on change.org calling for action to reduce the price of Gleevec is notable: Novartis and US Representatives in Congress: Reduce to patients the cost of the drug, Gleevec.
The introduction of the petition reads:
Novartis developed this drug in the 1990s. In the years since then the price of the drug has increased astronomically. Novartis must have paid their research costs long ago, but the price just keeps rising. Patients with CML leukemia are dependent on the drug to keep them alive. Our US representatives should work with FDA to pressure Novartis to reduce the cost
Setting aside the issue of misunderstanding that there are no price controls on prescription drugs in the US open market and that the FDA does not regulate drug prices, the petition is significant as a reflection of the increasing desperation of middle-class privately insured patients. They are among the majority here whose insurance status and/or income levels typically disqualify them for the patient assistance programs much touted by Novartis, whose global Gleevec sales generated $4.7B in 2011. Many US patients are now finding that the Gleevec price has skyrocketed at the same time that insurers are requiring them to pay a much larger share of its hefty price tag. The situation is quite simply unsustainable.
One person who signed the online petition shared:
I started taking Gleevec June 1, 2001, when it was first approved by the FDA. It cost $2400 for 30 pills. Now, these same pills cost $7367 per month. I pay $1035 per month for insurance to cover this cost. My insurance Co. gets billed for the drug. Why has Novartis raised the price so much? …
A look at Costco’s online pharmacy, which has a reputation, anecdotal at least, for offering “good value” retail prices on Rx meds in the US, found the following cash price for a month’s supply of an average dose (dosage is individualized) of 30 tabs : GLEEVEC 400 MG TABLET $6,264.59
While Novartis is continuing its drag on its patent fight to combat the imatinib generics already on the market in India, these cannot yet be exported to the US. The original US patent for Glivec expires in 2015. In 2009, Sun Pharma filed for and received tentative FDA approval for a generic imatinib for when that day comes.
Given the power of the pharma lobby the future remains very uncertain for any relief on the price of Gleevec , but the clamor of voices from the grassroots is a healthy development.

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Mark Ronson gets engaged to Meryl Streep’s
Seven-time Grammy-winning musician Mark Ronson is engaged to Grace Gummer, daughter of Academy Award-winning actress Meryl Streep.
As People magazine reports, Mark announced the news during his appearance on The Father Undercover. “I got engaged last weekend,” Ronson said.
Mark further explained the intimate moment he shared with Gummer after the engagement. “There’s a plaque for it somewhere. There’s a First Kiss, the very ludicrous Hallmark First Kiss plaque,” he said. “But no, it was forever, it will be carved. It’s still my record.”
Mark Ronson and Grace Gummer have been dating each other since 2020, when they were first spotted on a dinner date in New York in September. Recently, Gummer sparked engagement rumors when she was seen wearing a diamond ring on her left hand in May this year.
On the professional front, Mark Ronson recently launched a new track featuring Ellie Goulding.Silk City. Grace Gummer was last seen in the film standing and falling.
ALSO READ: Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan to star as New York Times journalists in Harvey Weinstein film, titled She Said
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Trying to safeguard her Maryland plantation during the American Revolution, Caroline Steele marries an arrogant British fugitive in order to save herself from an unwanted wedding.
Similar books by other authors
Used availability for Judith E French's Fortune's Bride
April 1994 : USA Paperback
July 2017 : USA, Canada, UK Kindle edition

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Kevin Adamson is a Toronto-based multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer, arranger and producer who joined the Jeans ‘n Classics band in 2013.
Classically trained on piano as a child at the Royal Conservatory of Music, Kevin earned a Bachelor of Music from McGill University’s prestigious jazz program in Montreal. He soon became one of the most in-demand musicians in Toronto, playing with such artists as Kim Mitchell, Ian Thomas, Michelle Wright, Ron Sexsmith, Justin Hines, and Rik Emmett, and more.
On the international stage, Kevin toured the world with Roger Hodgson (of Supertramp), throughout Europe, Asia, Australia and across North America, from festivals, to arenas, to London’s legendary Royal Albert Hall.
Equally at home in a recording studio, Kevin co-produced Dominic Mancuso’s 2010 album “Comfortably Mine”, which went on to win a Juno Award for World Music Album of the Year. In 2016, Kevin’s orchestral arrangement of Ian Thomas’ song “The Runner” was featured on Ian’s album “A Life in Song”.
Kevin endorses Nord and Roland keyboards, as well as Radial Engineering DIs and mixers.


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Thoughts on New Century Capital Partners in L.A. for internship experience?
I'm looking for internship and I came across New Century Capital Partners. They have a pretty rough internship program: full-time (70+ hours) and unpaid, which is kind of crazy. They seem to take non-target kids from local state universities. The founder also recently started a PE fund called El Toro Capital Management. Deal flow seems OK. Anybody had experience with them or have some more insight on the firm?

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The RWA KG9 AEG is a semi-automatic airsoft pistol that has been around for many years. It is a popular choice for airsoft and paintball players because it is easy to use and maintain.
The History of the KG9
The RWA KG9 AEG replicates the real steel, Swedish-made Interdynamic KG9 Open Bolt SMP. Not to be confused, there is also an American version of KG9 – Intratec Tec-9.
The Swedish KG-9 semi-auto started as a small, cost-effective military machine gun constructed from a single-drawn steel tube.
The concept was modeled closely upon the Swedish Carl Gustav M45 that equipped American Special Forces commanders in the early phases of the Vietnamese War.
The KG-9 quickly gained popularity among airsoft and paintball players due to its reliability and affordable price point. The Japanese company Marui introduced the gun in the early 1990s. It was one of the first airsoft guns manufactured with a polymer frame, making it lighter and more durable than its metal counterparts.
In the mid-2000s, the KG-9 was licensed by the American company Interdynamic and began to be manufactured in the United States. Interdynamic made some slight modifications to the gun, such as changing the shape of the trigger guard and adding a Picatinny rail to the top of the gun. These changes allowed for greater customization and made the KG-9 even more popular among players.
How Does the RWA KG9 AEG Work?
KG9 has the 7.4V, 1200mAh LiPo battery that powers it and tucks neatly beneath the heat shield. On the actual KG-9, the safety is located at the front of the trigger, within the trigger guard. However, the security may be pulled back against a piston and latched on a replica.
The Hop-Up dial on a KG9 is typically changed by locking back the charging handle. In some replicas, the Hop-Up may be adjusted through the mag well after extracting the magazine cartridge. The replica may take imitation suppressors with a -14 millimeter thread by removing the end of the outer barrel.
You must remove the thread guard, the barrel shield end-plate, and the bolt at the rear of the gun to gain access to the internal components. To enable you to tilt the upper receiver far enough to slide it off the front, you must also remove the outer barrel. If you overtightened the barrel the last time, just remove the front body pin to create adequate room for the upper receiver.
What’s inside may be seen by removing the upper receiver and barrel shroud. With the aid of Hop-Up housing or barrel, the upper portion of the gearbox slides out of it.
The KG-9’s lone rattling is caused by a screw that can be found within the upper receiver. However, if you tighten it, the charging handle will be unable to lock back.
Authentic airsoft experience
The KG9 airsoft pistol uses a blowback system to simulate the recoil of the real gun. It has a metal body which gives it a realistic weight and feels. The gun comes with an adjustable hop-up system which allows you to customize your shooting experience.
Today, the KG-9 is still manufactured by Interdynamic and is a popular choice for airsoft and paintball players worldwide. Thanks to its durability, affordability, and ease of use, the KG-9 still has its place in the airsoft world.
If you are looking for a reliable and affordable airsoft gun and authentic airsoft experience, then the KG-9 is definitely worth considering!


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Almost every Roman has their favorite dishes that they order at their favorite restaurants. I’m no different. There’s cacio e pepe at Flavio, fried artichokes at Sora Margherita and those one-of-a-kind fried gnocchi with cheese sauce at Cesare. But I also have a back up list of go-to snacks when the weather turns torrid and the pavement starts to melt the bottom of my sandals. Here follows my top 5 list of cool sweet treats in Rome. Some are gelato. Some are not. All are teeth chillingly cold and should do you well as we enter into Roman sizzly season.
Pistachio Gelato at Alberto Pica:
While I love all of their gelati, IMHO Pica has the best pistachio in town. It’s got the right balance of salty and sweet (some of the other gelaterie skimp on the sweet part) and is particularly creamy. It’s like putting a handful of pistachios in your mouth. Except frozen.
Alberto Pica, Via della Seggiola 12, Rome
Granita di Caffe at Tazza D’Oro:
The gold standard of all granita di caffes. First of all they start out with great coffee. Actually, that’s all you really need to do, which most places don’t . Add to that a heaping big swirl of freshly whipped cream and there’s your treat: caffeine, sugar and fat, all in one perfect-sized plastic cup to go. Fun fact: Want to know how to tell if a place is using real heavy cream versus the fake stuff that has more vegetable fat than dairy? Let your treat sit for a few seconds, then scoop some of the slightly hardened (congealed) whip cream that has formed next to the icy crystals. Only real cream does this. And those bits are my favorite!
La Casa del Caffe Tazza D’oro, Via degli Orfani 84, Rome (near the Pantheon)
Blackberry, Raspberry or Melon Cremolato at Casa del Cremolato:
Cremolato is the fruttier cousin of granita. It’s the perfect mix of fresh fruit, water and sugar. And somehow this mix gets WAY colder than normal gelato or even granita. Make the trek out to this neighborhood place, which is the only place in Rome that makes them, and – since you’ve come all this way – make sure you sit down and get table service so that your cremolato comes in a stemmed glass bowl. And yes, you want panna on that.
Casa del Cremolato, Via di Priscilla 18, Rome
Mango, Pineapple or – if they have it – passion fruit sorbet at Fata Morgana:
Although Fata Morgana is known for all their flavors, it’s the exotic fruits I go for in the summer. Almost every afternoon (it’s just down the street from my house – don’t judge) I brave the hot cobblestones to get a cone of sweet/tart fruity coldness. Since they are so careful about sourcing their ingredients, it really does taste like a mouthful of frozen fruit. Which, if you think about it, is at least one of my five daily fruit portions a day, right?
Fata Morgana, Piazza degli Zingari (they have several other stores through Rome)
Almond Granita (granita di mandorla) at Corona
This place is deceptive. It looks, from the outside, like one of many icky touristy gelato places that are scattered all over the center of Rome. But it’s not. Not only does it have pretty great gelato, it has my all time favorite almond granita. It’s so cold you may not be able to hold it. (Just kidding). And on this one, I say no to panna. It’s rich enough and I love the pure almond taste.
Gelateria Artiginale Corona, Largo Arenula 27, Rome
For more information on dining in Italy download my app, EAT ITALY. EAT ITALY is a free app, and contains guides to Venice, Milan, Rome, Florence, Torino and Puglia (and an ever expanding list of regions and cities) available as in-app purchases for both iPhone and iPad. Coming in 2018 for free: Emilia Romagna, Sicily, Positano, Naples, and more.
I’ve also written Eating Rome: Living the Good Life in the Eternal City, which I think you’d like if you are coming this way.

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From May 6 to 9, 2021.
Parc des Expositions de Bordeaux
Gare Saint-Jean Bordeaux, then taxi or public transport (see below) tram and bus.www.voyages-sncf.com
A10 Paris - Bordeaux, exit Bordeaux-Lac Parc des Expositions direction Bordeaux-Lac, exit Rocade 4, 4A and 4BFREE PARKING of 15000 places including 8000 places in the immediate surroundings of the Exhibition Center.
To know everything about your traffic conditions, listen Radio VINCI Autoroutes.
Line C of the tramway: from St Jean train station and Place des Quinconces, station "Parc des Expositions" : www.infotbc.com
Available in front of the Porte C entrance to the Exhibition Center.

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In the box:
- Netgear CM500 DOCSIS 3.0 16x4 High Speed Cable Modem
Someone might want to correct that.
Thanks! I’ll let the team know.
I was seriously looking at getting this until I noticed all the ethernet ports are limited to 100Mbps. What is the point of having 900Mbps wifi when all the ethernet ports, including the WAN uplink port, is limited to 100Mbps??
Edit - Even the product sheet claims “Extreme download speeds up to 1200Mbps.” . Maybe between wifi devices, but not possible with a 100Mbps uplink port.


The Imager from Martin Architectural is an image projector with movement capability designed for projection of patterns, images, logos, and messages. It is designed for applications including exhibitions, museums, restaurants, retail, bars, clubs, or any low-maintenance installation.
It is available as either a single-image projector or in a four-image version. A moving-mirror option — a click-on accessory — is available. The unit uses a 250W discharge lamp, which is included.
A cold light glass reflector maximizes optical efficacy ensuring a high light output. An optimized condenser lens system produces an even light distribution. The multi-layer, coated, four-element focus lens (f=100mm) ensures high transmission, high contrast, image sharpness, a flat field, and no distortion. The standard spread angle is 23° and it is easy to insert narrow angle 15° and wide-angle 32° options.
The Imager uses large D-size gobos in both the four-gobo and one-gobo versions and can be quickly replaced without the need for tools. Images can be rotated in both directions or set in an indexed position. With the use of a special protection kit, it is possible to insert a photographic slide or overhead film for temporary promotions.
The Imager contains a remote controllable focus that keeps the image sharp from 6.6' (2m) to infinity, and a full-range 0-100% mechanical intensity control is included to ensure smooth fade-ins and transitions of the image.
A color flag makes it possible to permanently change the color without tools. An optional mirror arm creates the possibility of precise, smooth image movement in a range of 235∞ of pan by 65° of tilt.
Fixture settings are controlled via a three-digit control panel. The fixture can be controlled via DMX with either nine or 12 channels. Stand-alone programming offers one sequence containing up to 20 scenes.
Designed for permanent installations, the Imager features a remote ballast, which together with the junction box can be, installed prior to the installation of the Imager itself. The remote ballast can be positioned up to 50' (16m) away from the fixture. The data connection uses RJ-45 connectors and the power connection uses screw terminals.
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A.C. LIGHTING — CHROMA-Q MAGIC BOX DMX CONTROL & POWER SUPPLY ACCESSORIES
A.C. Lighting has expanded its Chroma-Q™ range to include DMX management and power supply accessories. The new Magic Box enclosure houses a range of accessories and can be configured for rack or truss mounting. The new products include: An eight-way DMX Buffer box, a fault-tolerant, self-healing device designed to fully isolate each output from another. Supplied with 4×5-pin and 4×3-pin XLR connectors, each output of DMX is separately generated, therefore boosted from the original DMX signal; The 8>4 DMX A/B Switch box uses a simple but effective manually operated switch to change the DMX source between two × 2048 channel lighting consoles. The cost-effective unit requires no power and does not incorporate any electronics or software; and the 12PU Power Supply box provides three circuits of combined 24VDC power and DMX signal suitable for Chroma-Q™ accessories. Each circuit features male and female four-pin XLR connectors which self-terminate when completed.
A.C. Lighting, Limited
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK
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HIGH END SYSTEMS — COLORCOMMAND
High End Systems introduces ColorCommand™, a color-changing PAR/Washlight that uses a patented, color mixing system that incorporates automated changing of color and beam angle at a cost comparable to a PAR and scroller, but at just a fraction of the cost of automated lights. The dichroic color mixing system uses a patented design that incorporates two lenses and three color wheels. The first lens splits the light into 25 separate beams, which pass through CMY color-mixing glass. The second lens rejoins and projects the light into a fully saturated, evenly colored beam. The CMY color wheels are able to perform almost instantaneous color-changes (1/3 of a second to go from clear light to virtually any color imaginable.) It can quickly — and quietly — bump between any of these colors or make slow, controlled fades — all through a uniform field.
High End Systems, Inc.
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COEMAR — FLEX RANGE
Coemar unveils a trio of moving yoke fixtures that make up the Flex range. The adjustable-output iSpot Flex, iWash Flex and iProfile Flex cover a variety of lighting applications within a single unit. With the light output reduced, the low power/low noise factor makes it ideal for operating in television studios. At the top of its power rating Flex will be at home in any arena or stadium concert rig, and actually runs brighter than Coemar's Nat 4K fixture. The Flex series features include: full CMY interchangeable color wheels, variable CTO, rotating gobos, effects library, prisms, a wide range of zooms, strobe, and framing shutters. Innovations include a revolutionary color compensation system and internal barn doors on the iWash Flex, enabling real shapes to be created from a wash light. Finally, there is adjustable power between 1,200W and 2kW. These lightweight aluminum/carbon fiber fixtures are rubber protected and boast an extremely low power requirement.
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EXTRON ELECTRONICS — IP TOOLS SERIES
Extron Electronics expands its IP Tools™ Series of compact Ethernet-to-serial interfaces with integral Web servers. The two new models are the IPL T S4 with four serial ports and the IPL T S6 with six serial ports. These complement the previously announced IPL T S2, which provides two serial ports. The IPL T S4 Ethernet-to-Serial Interface, with four serial ports on four 9-pin D-sub connectors, can control four independent RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 serial devices. When configured for pass-through mode, the IPL T S4 can pass through commands from an existing control system and control two other attached devices. The IPL T S6, with a total of six serial ports, provides two 9-pin D-sub connectors and four captive screw serial connectors, and can control six independent RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 serial devices.
Extron Electronics, Anaheim, Ca
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George Mason Signs Research Agreements with Industry
Posted: October 29, 2001 at 1:00 am, Last Updated: November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am
By Robin Herron
George Mason recently signed umbrella agreements with the Raytheon Company and Lockheed Martin Undersea Systems under which the companies can fund research undertaken by George Mason faculty.
“The umbrella agreement works out the difficult issues such as title to intellectual property and publication rights,” says Jennifer Murphy, director of the Office of Technology Transfer. “It establishes the framework for all of the business issues, and saves us from having to go in and renegotiate those issues for every project.” The agreements specify that George Mason retains the ownership of the intellectual property and the right to publish research papers on projects, while ensuring that the sponsors have appropriate access to inventions that may develop from the research.
The Lockheed Martin agreement, which was one and one-half years in the making, also involved Virginia Tech, the University of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, Old Dominion University, and the College of William and Mary. The initiative was significant in defusing industry’s perception that universities are all different and are difficult to work with, says Christopher Hill, vice provost for research. “There’s enormous political value to it,” he says.
George Mason faculty members have collaborated on research projects with both companies in the past, says Ann McGuigan, director of the Office of Sponsored Programs, and already five projects are ongoing under the new agreement: four with Raytheon and one with Lockheed Martin. She estimates that having the umbrella agreements saves three to six months in negotiating time for each project.

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Leicester City qualified for the fourth round of the FA Cup after beating its guest Watford 4-1 during the match that brought them together on Saturday in the third round of the tournament.
Leicester City’s Yuri Tielemans scored in the seventh minute from a penalty kick in the seventh minute, James Madison, Harvey Barnes and Mark Albrighton in the 25th, 54th and 85th minutes, while Watford’s Joao Pedro scored in the 27th minute. Burnley bid farewell to the FA Cup after losing to its guest Huddersfield Town 1 – 2.
Burnley advanced with a goal scored by Guy Rodriguez in the 28th minute, before Huddersfield scored two goals through Josh Koroma and Matthew Pearson in the 74th and 87th minutes. With this win, Huddersfield Town qualified for the fourth round. Crystal Palace also qualified for the fourth round, after beating Millwall 2-1.
Crystal Palace’s goals were scored by Michael Ulis and John Philip Mateta in the 46th and 58th minutes, while Millwall’s Bennik Afobe goal scored in the 17th minute. Fulham also qualified for the fourth round by beating its host Bristol City with a clean goal scored by Harry Wilson in the 105th minute after extra time.
Newcastle were eliminated from the tournament after losing to Cambridge United with a clean goal, scored by Joe Ironside in the 57th minute.
Middlesbrough also qualified after beating Mansfield Town 3-2, Coventry City after beating Derby County 1-0, and Hartlepool after beating Blackpool 1-2.
Wigan also qualified after beating Blackburn 3-2, Brentford after beating Port Vale 4-1, Peterborough United after beating Bristol Rovers 2-1, Boram Wood after beating Wimbledon 2-0 and Kidder Minster after beating Reading 2-1.
Barnsley also qualified for the fourth round after beating Barrow 5-4, Brighton over West Bromwich 2-1 after extra time, and Queens Park Rangers after beating Rotherham United 8-7 on penalties after the end of the original and extra time with a 1-1 draw.


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NASTT’s Sealing a Collection System Webinar
Tue, Nov 7, 2017 2:00 PM EST
Utilities seeking to reduce Inflow and Infiltration from their wastewater collection systems have learned the hard way that it is not enough just to rehabilitate manholes and publicly-owned sewer pipes: the entire system needs to be restored, especially failing sewer laterals. The webinar will focus on proper techniques and materials for the renewal of lateral services using CIPP technology, with a special emphasis on restoring the connection of the lateral to the mainline sewer in accordance with the industry standard, ASTM F2561.
Industry experts from the NASTT membership will be presenting this complimentary webinar:
Designed to share the many benefits of trenchless technology, NASTT’s complimentary webinar series welcomes industry newcomers and seasoned veterans alike. The program is modeled to bring you professional instruction from leading experts in the field of trenchless technology. The content of all NASTT training is peer-reviewed, consensus-based information and free of commercialism.


According to Harvard T.H Chan India Research Center, “there is no evidence from the current outbreak that eating garlic or lemon (or other foods for that matter) has protected people from coronavirus.”
A news article from Global News also states that although drinking water is healthy, it does not protect one from being infected by coronavirus.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) also states that drinking water can not prevent one from Covid19 infection. WHO urges individuals to visit a health care provider if they have flu-like symptoms with a history of travel.
Source : multiple sources online have claimed that drinking water with lemon can help prevent the spread of Covid19.
Background : According to WHO, there is a total of 693 224 confirmed cases of Covid19 globally and 33 106 deaths.
Zimbabwe has recorded 8 confirmed cases and 1 death.


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As the number of apps and social networks grow, so does the vast amount of information we all have to keep track of every day.
Seattle startup ClipCard is trying to make it that easier. The company has raised $4.2 million to develop its web and mobile application that creates a search function for all your personal and business information no matter where it is stored.
For example, I could search for my Facebook friend’s contact information on the social media site and a document I saved on my work server from the same app.
ClipCard launched in February 2013 as OneOcean to help oceanographers find content.
The company soon realized this was not an issue specific to oceanographers — everyone had too much data to be easily found – and expanded to a larger, more general market.
“People all over the place have a hard time finding their content and it’s not just limited to ocean sciences,” ClipCard President Timothy Kearns said.
The firm is developing a new version of the ClipCard app that will be launched in beta mode this fall.
Its total funding is $12 million. The company employs about 20 people and is based in downtown Seattle.


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The Content Analyst will be responsible for data analytics, incident management, root cause analysis and preventative actions associated with our indirect tax software maintenance releases in support of six Content teams based in Pune. High quality releases avoid disruption for internal and external customers.
Although not generally required, the candidate must be flexible to overlap work timings with other Avalara offices globally, as needed.
- Responsible for analyzing and constructing visual tools to inform leadership of content coverage across industry segments;
- Responsible for real-time production data mining and analysis to determine the scope of Content usage and on rare occasions, customers impacted by a content incident or system defect;
- Acquire data from primary and secondary data sources (AvaTax, JIRA, SalesForce) and develop and implement data models, data collection systems, data analytics, and other strategies that identify opportunities to improve quality and efficiency;
- Provide relevant data that enables content and product management to effectively prioritize net new and existing content projects;
- Develop and implement data strategies that enable management to build data driven staffing models;
- Lead the effort to build effective Content dashboard that inform business units across the company.
- A natural curiosity about technology and an interest in innovation and learning about new areas of transaction taxes
- Undergraduate degree in technology related discipline or data analytics
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing
- Ability to use a laptop and various software, including MS Office, browsers, subscription research services and Avalara products
- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and self-manage to a known project deadline
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- Analytic ability at a level sufficient to understand and resolve internal stakeholder requests and customer tax concerns
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Avalara offers more than 600 pre-built connectors into leading accounting, ERP, ecommerce and other business applications, making the integration of tax and compliance solutions easy for customers. Each year, the company processes billions of indirect tax transactions for customers and users, files more than a million tax returns, and manages millions of tax exemption certificates and other compliance documents.
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Recently, one of my best friends called to ask if I would help him choose a defensive handgun. Now, we’ve been friends for years, and more than once I have brought up the topic of defensive firearms to no avail. He had no interest in owning a gun. So, needless to say, I was surprised to get this call.
Like many non-shooters, who suddenly decide to join the shooting community, he experienced what can be called a “triggering event.” Whether it’s a crime report on the news, an attempted crime against a friend or them personally, a triggering event nudges folks off of the fence and into the decision to become armed citizens. In my friend’s case, a family member in another town was protected from harm by two neighbors who were in the right place, at the right time, with their guns.
Realizing that he could have done nothing to help in a similar situation, my friend started researching defensive handguns. Since he’s Internet savvy, he had gone out and found miles of commentary and firearm specifications on the Web. However, the sheer volume of makes, models, options and contradicting opinions left him feeling completely overwhelmed. In this situation, it certainly makes sense to turn to someone familiar with firearms for advice.
As we talked, another point became clear. My friend’s desire to find a reliable defensive tool is not the same as a newfound love of shooting. He doesn’t want to become a shooting hobbyist, a collector, a hunter or to participate in a variety of shooting sports. He wants just one gun that he can learn to operate successfully and depend on in case he needs to defend his family and home.
So, how do you help a friend or associate pick just one gun from all of the models currently on the market? The best way to start is to narrow the list of infinite possibilities down to a short list of options, and then narrow the short list down to a few models your friend can try. Over the years, I've put together some mental checklists I like to review with new shooters to help them come to a decision. If they are new to shooting, want just one gun and the gun is primarily for self-defense, then the checklist looks something like this:
Rifle, Shotgun or Handgun?
The first question may not be which handgun to buy. Defensive shotguns and rifles offer much more stopping power than handguns. Their length, weight and configuration can make them easier to learn to shoot as well, and many pump-action shotguns cost significantly less than a quality handgun. Defensive rifles often cost more than a handgun, but they offer more flexibility since they can also be used for hunting and long-range target shooting if the person later decides to expand his or her shooting activities. If your friend has little or no shooting experience, this may be the time to plan a trip to the range to give him or her an opportunity to test fire all three types of guns.
House, Car, Concealed Carry or Mixed Purpose?
Identifying where a defensive handgun is going to be located for most of its working life can help to determine which one will be the best fit. For example, if a pistol will be used primarily for home defense and will spend most of its life stored in a lockbox in the master bedroom, size and weight are not much of a concern. This is also true for a gun that will spend most of its time stored in a vehicle. For both of these uses, a full-size duty handgun with good sights and a full-length grip will do nicely. It will also provide the best ammunition capacity and be more comfortable to practice with.
If the gun will be used primarily for legal concealed carry, then size and weight become factors. Many self-defense gurus and folks who carry are committed to making the lifestyle and wardrobe changes necessary to carry a full-size lead sled. But that's not the case for everyone. Most of the non-military and non-law enforcement types I know who choose to go armed use compact, lightweight handguns designed specifically for concealment. These pistols are much easier to carry, but often sacrifice caliber, ammunition capacity and other features that make pistols more pleasant to practice with.
If your friend wants just one gun to fill the roles of target shooting, home defense and concealed carry, then you may want to encourage them to research handguns that split the difference between duty size and concealment guns. These medium-framed handguns are chambered in popular defensive calibers, but have a smaller profile. They are large enough to shoot comfortably, but trimmed down to be more easily concealed. Most manufacturers have at least a few models that fit into this category.
Cylinder or Slide?
The current popularity of high-capacity, semi-automatic pistols have some shooters thinking that double-action revolvers are obsolete. However, the comparison of semi-autos versus revolvers has always been a discussion of apples and oranges. Both designs are useful for self-defense, but for different reasons. Semi-autos usually offer a higher ammunition capacity, but revolvers are simpler to operate. Semi-autos offer faster reloading times, but revolvers are far less ammo sensitive. The most important thing is to help your friend weigh the features that double-action revolvers and semi-automatics offer against their specific needs.
Readers may be surprised that I wait to discuss caliber options until this point in the conversation, but I have a good reason for doing so. If someone is new to shooting, then trying to talk through the technical aspects of pistol calibers, ballistics and bullet styles will often leave a person dazed and confused. By discussing the handgun's purpose and action type first, then the choice of caliber is already narrowed down to a manageable few.
From Checklist to Shopping List
Purchasing a gun can be an expensive proposition. A new shooter who has made it this far is usually ready to make the financial commitment, but they may not be aware of all the items, procedures and costs involved in owning a firearm. After the defensive pistol itself, their shopping list and budget should include:
- A lockable storage device (strong box, safe, locking case, etc.)
- Permits or licensing fees, if required
- Cleaning supplies
- Additional magazines or speed loaders
- Practice-grade ammunition
- Defense-grade ammunition
- Gun range fees
- Education (classes, books, etc.)
As a general rule of thumb, I advise new shooters to decide how much they want to spend on the pistol, and then double that amount to cover the cost of everything else they will need. The item they absolutely must have on hand the day they bring their gun home is a lockable storage device. After that, other items on the list can be put on a purchasing schedule to fit their budget.
Just One More
I like to point out to budget-conscious one-gunners that they can curb shooting costs and maximize range time by purchasing a second handgun chambered in .22 LR. This suggestion seems counter intuitive until we talk about ammunition costs. For about the same price as 50 rounds of a popular defensive pistol caliber, shooters can usually buy upwards of 500 rounds of .22.
Several manufacturers build pistols designed to mimic the grip shape and controls of a defensive handgun. A .22 is a great way to warm up at the range before running defensive drills and focused practice to overcome a bad habit or to learn a new skill is much more affordable to conduct. I have also found that even the most reluctant spouse is usually willing to practice with a .22. If a new shooter is ready to commit to regular practice at the range, then a .22 will quickly pay for itself and will keep saving him or her money for years to come.
Meaningful Research and Testing
By now the infinite list of possibilities should be narrowed down to that short list I mentioned before. My friend’s short list included duty-size, polymer-frame semi-autos in popular self-defense chamberings that accepted high-capacity, double-stack magazines within a specified price range. With this information in hand, I was able to make his Internet research much more meaningful. I pointed him directly to a handful of pistols that matched his short list and price range, such as the Glock 17, Ruger SR9, Smith & Wesson M&P and Springfield XD. And, with these criteria clearly defined, he can also look up models I may not have included. When he identifies a couple models he wants to test fire, then it will be time for us to head to a range that provides rental guns and let him try the pistols for himself.


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In its sixth fabulous year, Clips Beer and Film Tour is a beer-toting, film-traveling, nonprofit-benefiting show that's coming to 20 cities coast-to-coast, including Atlanta! New Belgium Brewery took their love for beer and film fans and put them together in this one-of-a-New-Belgium-kind event. You'll get to try their most esoteric beer offerings - up to 17 varieties - and pair them with inspiring short films created by fans. And good news - 100% of the proceeds from beer sales benefit the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition.
This free event is rain or shine! Beer tokens cost $1.50 for a three-ounce pour and $6 for a 12-ounce beer. All ages are welcome. RSVP online.
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Tyree Guyton Is Revitalizing Detroit Through Visual Art
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In 1986, artist Tyree Guyton founded The Heidelberg Project on a rundown street on Detroit’s East Side. Guyton didn’t seek permission to install the public art project; he was responding to his grandfather’s encouragement to paint as a way to deal with frustration. Guyton transformed a forgotten corner of Detroit into a whimsical installation, using found objects and a pastel palette, and in the process found his voice as an artist. “I saw the need to take found objects from all over the city that people would say was junk and I gave it a new meaning,” he said. “I had toilets, a bathtub and street signs and a phone booth. I even had a couch that was on the house.”
Today, the Heidelberg project is intact, spanning two city blocks. Guyton says that over quarter of a million people visit the Heidelberg Project every year. It functions as a viable non-profit organization, a remarkable accomplishment considering the city of Detroit demolished it twice under the leadership of two mayors in the 1990’s. Though the city fought against Guyton, he received several awards and national attention, including a guest appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Today Show. What the demolitions did was in fact push Guyton to preserve and stretch the boundaries of his work. Guyton ultimately covered houses, trees and the street with polka dots. Polka dots became have become a signature.
“The two times the city tore down I was on trial. I was fined and arrested. My case went to the local Supreme Court in Michigan, and I refused to take the project apart,” he said. “When I was fighting city government I told the city council that I was going to polka dot the whole city if they should demolish the project again. The city came over in ’99 and demolished the project again and I went out and I began to polka dot the whole city.” Some his supporters pitched in and joined the all-city campaign.
Guyton, a sculptor and a painter continues to make work. His work is held at the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Studio Museum in Harlem. In 2008, Guyton received an honorary doctorate from the College of Creative Studies and has since been working on a dissertation. Last year he completed a residency in Basel, Switzerland and the show “Two countries, Two cities, One Spirit” in Bern, Switzerland. He will show his work at the CUE Art Foundation in New York this fall. But it was the notoriety of the Heidelberg Project that fostered the growth, a desire to make something beautiful out of despair.
“Every genre of artistic endeavor comes with a price,” he said. “You have to educate the world; it takes time. That’s what I had to do with the city of Detroit. When they tore it down the first time I put it back up, and the second time was better than the first and it keeps getting better.”


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Venetia Menzies is an economist and photojournalist who seeks to reveal a mosaic of human realities, all components of our globalised and diverse world.
A world fraught with social and environmental issues, and yet intricate and wondrous.
Projects focus on the lived experience of globalisation on livelihoods, religions, geographies and cultures.
Venetia graduated from University College London with a 1st class degree in Economics and has since been pursing photojournalist projects across Europe, Africa and Asia.
For more information on Venetia's work, to get in touch regarding employment opportunities, or to just say hello, feel free to get in touch.

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Ohio Primary Election Date: Tuesday, March 19th, 2024. Vote for Carolyn Destefani for the 10th Ohio Senate District!
Carolyn Destefani FOR STATE SENATE
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I have gained the support and endorsements of both Ohio House Representatives Bill Dean and Brian Lampton, the majority of Greene County Elected Officials, and other community leaders in Clark and Clinton Counties. I have attached a Political Resume highlighting some of my credentials and accomplishments, my endorsement list, and a few flyers. I would appreciate your support and vote for the Ohio Republican Primary on March 19, 2024. Thank you for your consideration!


Did you know that recovering fine gold usually compensates for the majority of gold found by junior prospectors? It is much more abundant and is usually found in places that are easier to access. The problem with fine gold is that its lock boxes so small and improperly installed can let it pass unintentionally. To remedy the problem, you need to be aware of the main factors involved. The speed and volume of the water are essential! Even in a poorly designed lock, if you have the selected water volume and speed, you will still catch gold more efficiently than using a poorly configured high end professional lock. In addition, the angle at which the lock boxes sit is also very important. The angle will affect the speed of the water as it descends as well as the speed at which the lock is able to clean itself. If the angle is too shallow, larger rocks and chunks of clay can settle on or around the riffles and cause turbulence in the water that will effectively kill the back swirl action created by the guns. He will make you lose gold! These points being the most critical, then there is the construction and design of your lock. Its ability to catch gold and especially fine gold is determined from afar by the designs of guns and / or catch mat systems.
Finding the right water flow and velocity for your situation is absolutely essential. This can be tricky and require you to block the flow of water from the entrance to your lock or add additional water. This can be accomplished by building a small dam with rocks in the creek or river bed. Depending on where you are prospecting, this could be considered a violation of your local fish and game laws, so be aware of this. It is likely that if moving rocks in the stream bed is considered a violation, so is the use of a lock box. Make sure you know the laws !!!
The more water the better and overall it doesn’t hurt to fill the lock with water all the way to the top of the sides if you can. A good recommended minimum depth is around 2 inches. The volume is usually separated from the speed of the water, so you can easily adjust it by lowering the lock further into the water or finding deep places in the stream bed that act as a funnel for your lock.
The correct flow can be assessed using small pebbles or a handful of sand. Drop it in the entrance of your lock and watch it flow. all but the heaviest particles should be washed out within 3 to 5 seconds depending on the length of your lock. 3 is a bit fast but will allow much faster production of concentrates at the cost of losing fine gold. 5 is a bit long or about right depending on the coarseness of the material you are cutting. You should be catching a lot of fine gold at this speed, but at the risk of bigger rocks getting caught in the riffles and disrupting the flow. You can adjust the angles to solve this problem.
When setting up a lock, the correct angle must be observed. It is generally between 5 and 7 degrees of incline and should allow most round rocks and pebbles to pass easily. You don’t want the material to pass through, but rather to scroll slowly. An ideal speed is for a larger rock to clear in 3-5 seconds on a medium sized lock box. Also remember that the angle affects the speed of the water as it descends through the lock. Also, sometimes it is not possible to reach right angles if the stream is very flat. Under such circumstances, you may need to make a makeshift dam from more rocks to raise the water level on one side so that you can feed it through your lock. But it can be a lot of work, and it’s usually best to try increasing the speed of the water instead.
With the right angle, water flow and speed set, it is now time to use our sluice boxes !! Many people pre-filter their material before passing it through the valve. This is a lot of work and a properly configured lock does not need it. However, that being said, if you don’t preselect or rank the material, you will likely lose a few fine gold. This problem can be solved by using a grading screen on your sluice gate when shoveling dirt. I used an old dishwasher basket that I found in the creek bed and placed it in the entrance to my lock box. the water ran through it and when I poured material into it it washed it away leaving the larger rocks and pieces of clay that I could easily throw away. It’s a great lightweight solution that really speeds up my production. It is also a much better alternative to dry screening the material directly at the dig site and then hauling over 10 feet to my lock. Your results may vary, but at this point you should have a pretty good hunch about the possibility of losing gold.
Getting your lock out of the flow can be a delicate process and will inevitably result in a loss of gold. It is highly recommended to place a bucket or pan at the end of it to remove the lock from the water jet to catch anything that could be accidentally washed out. I have seen unsuccessful attempts to remove a lock that resulted in small pieces of gold being washed into the stream. Be very careful.
After that, cleaning up is a snap and not to mention fun. You can finally see how all of your hard work paid off. It should be noted, however, that if you own one of the new generation plastic valves, you often have the added benefit of even easier cleaning as well as a nice view of what is collected during the process. of sluicing! The downside is the lower production capacity.
Hope this should get any new prospector started! Hope you enjoyed my guide!


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Koh Bon dive site
Discover the Hidden Gem of Similan Islands National Park: Koh Bon
Nestled in the heart of the Andaman Sea, Thailand’s Similan Islands National Park is renowned for its stunning underwater landscapes, vibrant coral reefs, and diverse marine life. While many travelers flock to well-known destinations like Similan, Tachai, and Surin Islands, there’s a hidden gem waiting to be explored – Koh Bon. In this article, we’ll introduce you to the allure of Koh Bon and why it’s a must-visit spot for divers and nature enthusiasts.
The Enchanting Koh Bon:
Koh Bon is a small, uninhabited island that lies to the northwest of Similan Islands National Park. It is accessible by boat and makes for an excellent day trip from Khao Lak or Phuket. What sets Koh Bon apart from its neighboring islands is its incredible underwater world. The island is renowned for its remarkable marine biodiversity, pristine dive sites, and a chance to encounter some of the ocean’s most majestic creatures.
Koh Bon is a diver’s paradise. The island’s crystal-clear waters provide excellent visibility, making it an ideal location for underwater exploration. Divers can encounter a variety of marine life, including vibrant coral gardens, colorful reef fish, and fascinating macro critters. But what truly sets Koh Bon apart is the possibility of encountering large pelagic species, such as manta rays.
Manta Ray Haven:
Koh Bon offers a range of dive sites suitable for divers of all skill levels. From the sheltered eastern side, which is perfect for novice divers, to the challenging currents on the western side for more experienced divers, Koh Bon caters to a diverse range of preferences. The Ridge, Koh Bon Pinnacle, and Koh Bon West Ridge are some of the must-visit dive sites around the island.
Spectacular Marine Life:
Apart from the manta rays, divers at Koh Bon can also spot other pelagic species like whale sharks, reef sharks, and leopard sharks. The vibrant coral reefs are teeming with colorful fish, sea turtles, and various species of nudibranchs. Koh Bon’s underwater world is a photographer’s dream, offering endless opportunities to capture the beauty of marine life.
Conservation and Sustainability:
Koh Bon is a protected marine area within the Similan Islands National Park. Divers and tour operators here follow strict guidelines to ensure the conservation of the delicate ecosystem. Responsible diving practices are encouraged to protect the marine life and coral reefs.
Koh Bon, within the Similan Islands National Park, is a hidden gem that offers a unique and unforgettable diving experience. With its incredible marine biodiversity, the chance to encounter manta rays, and a range of dive sites suitable for all levels, Koh Bon is a must-visit destination for any nature enthusiast or diver. By embracing conservation efforts and practicing responsible diving, we can ensure that this pristine underwater world remains a treasure for generations to come. Make sure to add Koh Bon to your travel bucket list for an awe-inspiring underwater adventure!
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AT&T has reportedly called off the sale of Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment after so much news about it.
According to Bloomberg, sources say that AT&T’s reason for calling off the sale was because WBIE was too valuable. It will still stay part of its family even though it has still its issues of its huge debt. Or maybe the company is already starting to pay it off slowly and called the sale off because of that as well.
The last report about an internal staff email was revealed weeks ago about WarnerMedia’s CEO saying that it will stay as a part of the Studios and Networks group. It seems to confirm this new report.
A few months ago, several big game companies were interested in buying WBIE or hinting to it anyway. One of those was Microsoft, but has not given any more statements about it lately so it seems to confirm this as well.

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US Fear Of Ebola Spreading Faster Than Virus
Two U.S. nurses who treated a Liberian man diagnosed with Ebola have contracted the disease. Both were moved from the Dallas hospital where they caught the virus and are now being treated at special b...
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Karim Camara CONAKRY, GUINEA— The Ebola epidemic in Guinea is seriously compromising the fight against malaria, its government said. In scores of cases, doctors are...Voa News 2014-11-14
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Also Friday, the Ebola outbreak spread for the first time to Mali, a country of about 14.5 million on the northeast border of Guinea. Three Ebola victims in Mali were placed in quarantine and samples from those patients were sent to the U.S. Center For Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta for testing to confirm that the victims are indeed stricken by the Ebola virus. While...The Inquisitr 2014-04-05
5:04 AM ET Ofeibea Quist-Arcton Listen to the Story Morning Edition 6 min 38 sec Playlist Download Transcript i Guinea's Grand Imam, El Hadj Mamadou Saliou Camara, tells his fellow clerics: "If there is any doubt at all, then no one must touch the body." Kevin Leahy /NPR hide caption itoggle caption Kevin Leahy /NPR Guinea's Grand Imam, El Hadj Mamadou Saliou Camara, tells his...National Public Radio 2015-01-26
(Reuters) - The deadliest outbreak on record of the Ebola virus has prompted some countries to respond with travel bans, in an attempt to curb the spread of the deadly virus. The World Health Organization has recommended against any general ban on travel or trade with the West African countries that have been affected by the epidemic. The three countries most affected by the...Yahoo Daily News 2014-10-23
5:34 PM ET Ofeibea Quist-Arcton Listen to the Story All Things Considered 1 min 59 sec Playlist Download Transcript i i Children showed off Guinea's national colors before their team's opening match with Ivory Coast in the Africa Cup of Nations. Ofeibea Quist-Arcton/NPR hide caption itoggle caption Ofeibea Quist-Arcton/NPR Children showed off Guinea's national colors before...National Public Radio 2015-01-20
(CNN) -- The World Health Organization says "drastic action is needed" to stop the deadly Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa. It has sent teams of experts to help locals deal with the epidemic and WHO plans to meet next week to discuss how to contain it. Relief workers on the ground said the epidemic has hit unprecedented proportions. "The epidemic is out of control," said Dr....CNN 2014-06-27
GUECKEDOU, Guinea (AP) — West Africa's fight to contain Ebola has hampered the campaign against malaria, a preventable and treatable disease that is claiming many thousands more lives than the dreaded virus. In Gueckedou, near the village where Ebola first started killing people in Guinea's tropical southern forests a year ago, doctors say they have had to stop pricking fingers...U~T San Diego 2014-12-28
updated 11:27 AM EDT, Fri August 29, 2014 The current Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa is thought to have infected 1,093 people, and killed 660. Doctors Without Borders has described the epidemic as "out of control." The outbreak began in forested areas of south-eastern Guinea, before spreading into Sierra Leone and Liberia. Pictured, a health specialist works in a lab set...CNN 2014-08-29
Ebola outbreaks have been restricted to Africa, with the exception of Reston ebolavirus. The International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses currently recognizes four species of the Ebola: Zaire virus (ZEBOV), Sudan ebolavirus (SEBOV), Reston ebolavirus (REBOV), and Cote d'Ivoire ebolavirus (CIEBOV). One additional species or type of Ebola is often recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as Bundibugyo ebolavirus or Ebola-Bundibugyo, following the outbreak in Uganda in 2007.
Transmission between natural reservoirs and humans is rare, and outbreaks are often traceable to a single index case where an individual has handled the carcass of a gorilla, chimpanzee, or duiker. The virus then spreads person-to-person, especially within families, hospitals, and during some mortuary rituals where contact among individuals becomes more likely. Before outbreaks are confirmed in areas of weak surveillance on the local or regional levels, Ebola is often mistaken for malaria, typhoid fever, dysentery, influenza, or various bacterial infections which may be endemic to the region. Learning from failed responses, such as that to the 2000 Uganda outbreak, public health measures including the WHO's Global Outbreak and Response Network were instituted in areas at high risk. Field laboratories were established in order to confirm cases, instead of shipping samples to South Africa.


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We are raised to set goals and reach them. “Shoot for the moon and you could reach the stars.” The problem? Stars are really far away. Our nearest star Alpha Centauri is 4.37 light-years away (about 26,395,661,800,000 miles). “Reaching” your goal establishes a psychological distance between you and your objective, making it that much harder for you to accomplish.
Be your goal. Forget distance. Close the gap. Discard maps. Embody your mission. Speak the language. Do not hesitate. Plow all obstacles aside. You have what it takes.
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After enduring a period of doubt and uncertainty, thousands of residents stranded in their home countries due to the travel suspension can now finally breathe a sigh of relief as they can once again return to the UAE.
The following is the breakdown of the return permits for residents outside of the UAE.
UAE restriction on inbound travel from certain African countries
All travellers originating from, or transiting from, the countries listed below will not be accepted for travel into the UAE until further notice.
- South Africa
- Republic of Congo
Along with travellers from those countries, arrivals from the following destinations will also not be allowed to enter or transit in Dubai until further notice:
- Republic of Congo (Congo – Brazzaville)
- Republic of Cote d’Ivoire
However, the following categories are exempted and may travel to Dubai:
- employees of official missions between the UAE and the aforesaid countries;
- UAE nationals, 1st-degree relative(s) and their domestic/house workers/helpers;
- members of the diplomatic missions between UAE and the aforesaid countries;
Return permit to Abu Dhabi
All holders of UAE residence visa coming from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka or Sudan bound for Abu Dhabi will need to have obtained approval from the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) beforehand. You must register via the ICA Smart Services and obtain a QR code before you fly. This does not apply if you are a UAE national or tourist.
Return permit to Dubai
Non-Emirati residents holding Dubai residence visas looking to return to Dubai must ensure that they would be able to satisfy all the necessary entry requirements to Dubai, as well as any specific requirements their country of departure may have.
Entry is subject to the appropriate return permit based on their issued visa and destination. For non-UAE residents travelling from certain countries, approval from the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) must first be obtained, and, if they’re residing in Dubai, approval from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) is also required.
Return permit to Sharjah
All holders of UAE residence visa coming from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka or Sudan bound for Sharjah will need to get ICA approval.
Residents holding certain visas are exempted from having to obtain both the ICA and GDRFA entry permits beforehand. The visas are as follows:
- newly issued residence or employment visas
- short stay or long-stay visa
- holders of a 10 year UAE Golden visa
- holders of an Investor or Partner visa
- visit visa or visa on arrival
Note that registering your arrival and vaccination status is not the same as obtaining an ICA or GDRFA entry permit; tourists are not required to obtain an entry permit to enter the UAE.
Checking your UAE entry/return permit application status
You can check the status of your entry permit by visiting the residents entry confirmation page.
Simply provide the required information including Emirates ID number, passport type and number, and nationality and click the check button. If the application is successful, the page will display a green status confirming the approval. If not, a red status will appear with a message from the ICA stating “the possibility of rescheduling your travel date after 60 days.”
You can visit the GDRFA application status tracking page and follow the steps below:
- select the ‘Special Requests’ option
- input your application/file number
- select your nationality from the drop-down
- check the captcha box
- click the ‘Search’ button
Validity period of ICA and GDRFA entry permits
The ICA approval will be valid for a period of 21 days after the date of approval, while the GDRFA approval will be valid for 30 days.


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Fulani Herdsmen Kills Over 100 People In Kaduna
The Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU), has accused suspected armed Fulani herdsmen of killing not less than 100 Atyap natives in the last six days.
In a statement by the spokesperson of SOKAPU, Luka Binniyat, also claimed that the herdsmen burnt down 24 villages and destroyed hundreds of hectares of farmland.
“For the 6th day running, armed gunmen, identified as Fulani herdsmen by victims, laid siege to several communities in Atyap land, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area (LGA) of Southern Kaduna and left no less than 33 people dead in an ongoing genocide and land grabbing in which 108 Southern Kaduna communities have been displaced and taken over by them since 2019,”
He explained that in the latest orgy of bloodshed, the invaders stormed Magamiya village in the night around 11pm and attacked the family compound of the traditional ruler of Atyap Chiefdom, Agwatyap of Atyap Chiefdom, Sir Dominic Yahaya and other households were looted of valuables and foodstuffs into waited Hilux before setting the buildings on fire, while a 70- year old traditional ruler, Mr Toma Tauna was killed.
The statement further explained that the same assailants attacked Matyei village and 156 homes were all burnt, the Catholic Church in Matei and its pastorium were also burnt, the Catchiest, simply known as Catchiest Yau, and an infant, were killed in the attack, while six (6) other persons were killed in the violence that lasted for over an hour.
SOKAPU added that the armed Fulani herdsmen then went down to Abuyab Community about 500 metres away and burnt down ECWA church, the home of Former ECOMOG Field Commander, Maj. Gen. Shekari Billyok (rtd) and other homes, adding that their attempt to attack Runji Community was repelled by villagers who got reinforcement elsewhere.
According to the statement, as they retreated, they attempted to destroy part of the main bridge linking the communities with Zangon Kataf town and other Atyap Communities.
It said the same armed herdsmen came in Hilux vans and attacked the Atyap of Makarau and Kachechere Communities leaving 10 people confirmed dead, 12 houses burned after looting them, stressing that the ECWA Church and the Anglican Church pastoriums that serves the communities were set ablaze.
It said in a nutshell,
“20 Atyap natives were killed by attackers (who all the villagers that saw them) identified as armed herdsmen between afternoon and today’s morning, Tuesday, 13 July, 2021.”
The statement explained that “in the past 6 days, at least 33 Atyap natives of Zangon Kataf Area were massacred, 4 churches and 215 homes burnt by assailants always identified as armed herdsmen in a genocidal campaign that became so intensive since 2016.”


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Cathy McLeod, MP for the Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo cautioned property owners today regarding the dangerous implications of new medical marijuana regulations.
McLeod says the new regulations do nothing to protect property owners.
“New regulations brought in by the Liberal Government provides no protection to landlords, if the landlord rents to someone who has a permit or licence for medical marijuana they can have a grow-op in their home and nothing can be done about it.”
McLeod adds that in 2014 BC applicants grew close to 1.7 million indoor plants and with these new regulations these numbers are set to grow exponentially.
She is looking into any options that might be available to help fix this problem.


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Queen of the South have appointed Gary Naysmith as their new manager.
The Doonhamers have completed a deal with East Fife to bring the 38-year-old former Scotland international to Palmerston.
He will take over the Championship side following East Fife’s Scottish Cup replay against Edinburgh City.
The ex-Hearts, Everton and Sheffield United left back achieved promotion with East Fife and says the Dumfries side has “plenty of potential”.
He said: “I’m thrilled to be taking over at Queens, they are a decent sized club with plenty of potential.
“I’ve loved my time at East Fife and thank them for giving me the opportunity, but I’m delighted to be making the move back to a full time club and being able to work with the players on a daily basis.
"Queens have some decent players within the squad and I’m looking forward to working with them to achieve success.”
He was due to be officially unveiled on Friday morning at Palmerston Park. He takes over from Gavin Skelton who left the club last month.
Queens chairman Billy Hewitson added “We are delighted to welcome Gary to Palmerston.
“With his involvement at another club, It’s been a complicated process and not as straight forward as some would’ve liked, but we feel we have appointed the right person and we look forward to working with him.”


Siena loses to No. 21 Memphis at Old Spice
The Tigers had just too much offense and size for the younger Saints, posting a 87-60 victory at the Old Spice Classic.
Coach Jimmy Patsos wasn't thrilled with the effort, especially in the middle of the game, saying, "I expect us to compete a little harder."
Memphis coach Josh Pastner had high praise for Patsos and the Saints.
"I think Siena should give him a lifetime contract," Pastner said to the AP. "He's the best. His teams play so hard. If I'm Siena's president, I would lock Coach Patsos up right now. I wouldn't wait. That program is going to get to where you're consistently going to the NCAA tournament."
The Saints play Saint Joseph's on Friday evening, at 8 p.m., on ESPNU.
Siena has already played two Atlantic 10 schools, losing at La Salle and defeated St. Bonaventuue, at home.


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When I went to Europe last year, Paris had bikes parked everywhere for you to rent and ride around. Now, NYC is trying to bring the same concept. I hope it works.
Check out New York Bike Share and help support it!
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Imagine walking to a sidewalk corner and finding a public bicycle. With a cellphone call or swipe of a card, you unlock it from its bike rack and ride it across town. Once at your destination, you steer to the closest bike rack and, with one more call or card swipe, return the bike to the public network. You pay less than $.50 for the trip, and the bike is once again available for the taking.
So-called “bike-sharing” already exists in cities across Europe, with Paris alone currently installing over 10,000 bikes at 750 stations. Bike-sharing is revolutionizing transportation networks and greening the urban fabric. Why isn’t it here in New York?
From July 10 through July 14th, The Forum for Urban Design will relaunch last year’s successful Bike-Share Project at four locations:
Storefront for Art and Architecture (97 Kenmare Street at Cleveland Place)
Birdbath Bakery (233 1st Avenue at 14th Street)
City Bakery (3 West 18th Street at Fifth Avenue)
Birdbath Bakery (145 7th Avenue South at Charles Street)
With a photo ID and a credit card (we note your cc number to ensure that the bike is returned), you can take a bike on a spin around the neighborhood or across town.


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Nagaland : In an offensive move to secure solution to the Naga political problem, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) and CLP delegates led by President Shri. S.I. Jamir and CLP Leader Shri. Tokheho Yepthomi respectively met the Leader of Lok Sabha and Union Finance Minister Shri. Pranab Mukherjee and apprised him of the demand the team had earlier placed before the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India on Naga political issue. The delegate reiterated its suggestion that pending un-amiable issues; interim solution acceptable to all the parties should be agreed upon within a time-frame.The team suggested that, since the multiple Naga political groups have the same goal, the parties may be asked to formulate their opinions during this time-frame for final settlement. Talks should be made transparent to enable all the groups and people to react constructively. Solution involves, and will ultimately affect the stakeholders. Therefore, the people have the right to know their future and also participate in securing that future which they believe will be good for all.
The delegate also conveyed to the Central leaders that the Nagaland Legislative Assembly had repeatedly adopted unanimous resolution to pave the way for honorable solution. They conveyed that the Congress men and women in the state stand together in the demand for time-frame solution. The team had conveyed the plight of the people of Nagaland who are tired of multiple extortion, taxation and ill-treatment by multiple governments. People don’t want any more delay in finding the solution.
The Finance Minister gave patient hearing and they had fruitful interaction on the issue. He was positive to the suggestions put across by the joint team.
The delegate had urged the Prime Minister, the Leader of Lok Sabha, other AICC leaders and the Centre’s interlocutor Shri. R.S. Pandey I.A.S (Rtd) that no stone should be left unturned to find the solution. They also requested the Northeast MPs to come together and suggest solution to the UPA Govt. The team was assured that the agenda would be discussed in the Northeast Congress MPs meeting in the second week of August when the parliament will be in monsoon session.


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British indie feature The Tale Of The Fatherless is now available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime – and it’s well worth checking out.
Shot in Birmingham, The Tale Of The Fatherless tells the story of a group of Black youths who are attempting to navigate the challenges of a life lived without the guidance of their fathers. This story explores the impact that mothers, faith, crime, and culture have on fatherless Black youth.
The film was adapted for screen by 29-year-old twin sisters Sadé Davis, who also features in the cast, and Misha Elliott from the stage play of the same name written by Elliott, who co-directs.
Stefan Davis co-directs and also stars in the film, in a performance that won him a Best Actor award at the British Urban Film Festival in 2020.
Other cast members include Christian Jae, Ackeem Gibbs, Andre Hesson, Sadé Davis, Tonia Daley-Campbell, Beverly March, Laura Autumn Rai, Llewela Bailey, Jayden Hanley, Gidz Clarke Gayle, Andre-Pierre-Nisbett-Gordon, Marcus Walker, Carlene Clarke, Claudette Dawson and Daniel Alexander.
The Tale Of The Fatherless is set to break major barriers of representation for Black British film, by being the first film to feature a predominantly Black British Caribbean cast from Birmingham to be released in cinemas in over ten years. The film is also set up to be the first to be produced by a majority minority crew from Birmingham and the West Midlands exclusively for G.A.P Entertainment.
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Kunzite is a pink to lilac colored gemstone, a variety of spodumene with the color coming from minor to trace amounts of manganese. Some (but not all) kunzite used for gemstones has been heated to enhance its color. It is also frequently irradiated to enhance the color.
Kunzite was discovered in 1902, and was named after George Frederick Kunz, Tiffany & Co's chief jeweler at the time, and a noted mineralogist. It has been found in Brazil, USA, Canada, CIS, Mexico, Sweden, Western Australia, Afghanistan and Pakistan.

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Since many sound enthusiasts aren’t too keen on spending a few thousand pounds on an SLM, I thought I’d take the opportunity to review two iPhone apps currently available that serve the same purpose:
The first is Faber Acoustical SoundMeter – £13.99, and the second is Studio Six Digital AudioTools – £6.99. Both have Fast, Slow and Impulse options, with A, C or Z weighting, along with peak, Lmax and Leq. Both, when paired with MicW i436 (which you can buy here for about an extra £80), produce almost exactly the same results while measuring (to within 0.5 dB). However my advice is don’t buy Faber! Totally not user friendly, incredibly tiresome to try and calibrate, and just completely bonkers. A fraction of the price of a professional SLM, but about ten times the headache.
If you want the real thing but don’t have a massive budget, get one of these.


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The number of homes listed for sale increased in many metropolitan areas in February.
The supply of homes available for sale in 27 major metropolitan areas at the end of February was up 4.2% from a month earlier, according to figures compiled by ZipRealty Inc., a real-estate brokerage firm based in Emeryville, Calif. The ZipRealty data cover all single-family homes, condominiums and town houses listed on local multiple-listing services in metro areas where the firm operates.
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On 31st January 2020 at the Fieragricola in Verona at 3pm the Focus Biostimulanti congress will take place. This is a unique, brief and concrete appointment, to clarify and present practical solutions. It is an opportunity to understand the regulatory framework, global trends and analyse – through the experiences of technicians and researchers – how biostimulants can help the fruit and vegetable sector.
In the past 2 years, we have talked a lot about biostimulants but where are we now? Which roads are open for companies, technicians and farmers? Two sessions to easily discover all the essentials:
Biostimulants Focus Programme
SESSION 1: REGULATIONS, MARKET, NEW INSTRUMENTS
How are biostimulants framed and regulated today? What are the global trends? Are there new techniques and tools that can support operators in the selection and application phase? You will find the answers to all these questions in the first session of the Focus, straight from the mouths of the experts.
SESSION 2: CROPS, SEARCH, EXPERIENCE
7 minutes of … concrete experiences. Researchers and technicians of agricultural realities will alternate at a rapid pace to present specific solutions for four different crops.

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I’ve let my lighter side win me over yet once more.
Back in the Eighties I was on a visit to London. I was on my way to visit “Grays of Westminster” For those that don’t know It’s a Nikon only camera shop. On my way there, my way was blocked by police making a human cordon for a Miners demo march. I mingled with all the press photographers raised my Nikon FM2 shouted “oi ” and this Policeman turned around and looked at me as if to say “I got your number sonny Jim!” However what makes the shot for me is where he has is hands.
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