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Will Roblox Really Shut Down Forever in 2023?
Alright, let’s break it down in simple terms, folks! Roblox is this super cool online game where you can build your own games and play others’ creations. It’s been around since 2006 and has millions of fans.
The Confusing Rumors
Lately, you might have heard some gossip that Roblox is closing down forever in 2023. But hold on, we need to separate fact from fiction.
Why People Think It’s Closing
Some folks think Roblox is going away because it’s had a few issues, like server problems and keeping track of all its users and games. Plus, there’s talk about money problems, but that’s not uncommon for big companies.
But here’s the scoop: there’s no official word saying Roblox is ending in 2023. Roblox is a huge hit and makes money through something called Robux, so it’s not going away anytime soon.
Sometimes, people just like to play pranks and spread rumors. They might say Roblox is closing to mess with your head, but don’t let it worry you.
So, if you’re a Roblox fan, you can relax. It’s not disappearing in 2023. You can keep building, playing, and having a blast with your pals on Roblox. Game on!
Is Roblox Going Out of Business?
Hey there, curious gamers! You might have heard some chatter about Roblox, your favorite online gaming platform, going out of business. Let’s take a closer look and see what’s really happening.
Rumors and Concerns
So, what’s all this talk about Roblox closing shop? Well, most of it stems from folks who love the game but are having a tough time with recent updates or maybe they got banned. Some players are also worried because some games on Roblox haven’t been getting updates like they used to. And when there are server issues or problems getting in, rumors start flying.
2023: Not the End of Roblox
Here’s the deal: Roblox is not calling it quits in 2023. But there are these two game hackers, DeathDollieOriginal and UnAuthorizedBypasser, who’ve been making noise about shutting down Roblox. They’ve even got a YouTuber named Cleanse Beam showing off some of their weirdly hacked games. According to UnAuthorizedBypasser, they’re planning to pull the plug on January 1, 2023.
Probably Just Pranksters
Now, before you start panicking, remember that hackers sometimes just like to stir up trouble. They might be trying to scare Roblox users, but it doesn’t make much sense to shut down a game with over 50 million monthly players and a ton of game creators.
Why Games Shut Down
Usually, popular games don’t just disappear unless there are big problems, like losing players or running out of money. So, as long as Roblox doesn’t face those kinds of issues, you can keep enjoying it.
Stay Informed from Reliable Sources
It’s always a good idea to get your info from trusted sources like Roblox’s official Twitter, blog, and social media accounts. So, no need to worry, folks! Roblox isn’t going anywhere in 2023. You can keep playing your favorite games and having fun with friends. Game on!
Is Roblox on a Downward Slide?
Hey there, gamers! You might be hearing some not-so-great news about Roblox, one of the most popular gaming platforms. Let’s dive into what’s going on.
The Gaming Industry Rollercoaster
In the world of video games, there’s a common pattern that gamers know well. A game can start off super popular with high sales, but over time, the excitement can fade, and sales go down. When that happens, game creators start searching for new ways to make money.
The Solution: Third-Party Marketing
One of the solutions they often turn to is third-party marketing. This means letting other businesses advertise their stuff in the game for a fee. You’ve probably seen logos, pop-ups, special events with other brands, and maybe even those videos you can’t skip. It can be pretty annoying for players.
A Change in Focus
But here’s where things get tricky. When a game relies too much on ads, it can hurt the player experience, and users can get tired of it. The game company may make more money from ads than the actual game, and it starts to feel like a marketing platform.
Roblox, a mega-popular gaming platform, seems to be facing this challenge. They’re turning to advertising to boost their numbers because their popularity and earnings have been going down.
The Ad Plan
Roblox plans to start running ads in 2023, but they’re testing the waters first. They want to see how users react to ads from specific brands and developers. These ads will take users to the Roblox world, where they can interact with the company’s products. The exact format of these ads isn’t set in stone yet.
Roblox is leaning on ads to make up for a drop in their top line (revenue) and a faster drop in their bottom line (profit). Their number of daily active users has also been decreasing recently.
The Long-Term Challenge
Now, there’s nothing wrong with a business making money through advertising, but it has to keep attracting users for it to work. Think of big players like Google and Amazon who rely on ads. The key is long-term success.
The Tough World of Advertising
The Bigger Picture
While many businesses are cutting back on advertising due to economic issues, Roblox is entering this market during a challenging time. But this might just be a short-term hurdle.
So, in the world of Roblox, there are some changes happening. It’s all about balancing the game and the ads to keep everyone happy. We’ll have to see how it all plays out in the long run. Stay tuned, gamers!
Unlocking Roblox’s Growth Potential
Let’s talk about Roblox and how it might grow in the future. Right now, most Roblox users are kids, but there are a couple of ways the platform could expand.
1. Older Audiences
One way is by attracting more older players. But here’s the catch: if they want to do this, they need to make sure there’s a clear separation between content for adults and content for kids. This could mean investing more money in keeping things safe and age-appropriate.
2. Going Global
Another area of growth is going worldwide. But here’s the thing: international users might not spend as much money on Roblox as users in some other places. This can affect how much money Roblox makes.
A Balancing Act
But here’s where it gets tricky. Roblox’s costs to run the platform are pretty high. So, before they go all-in on these growth strategies, they need to make sure that their advertising plan helps them save money instead of burning through it.
The Struggle of the Business
When we look at Roblox, we can see they’re facing some challenges. People might keep playing games on Roblox for a long time, but that doesn’t mean more people will join or that the company will make a profit. Roblox has even said that their business model isn’t making money, and that’s likely not going to change.
Advertising: A Potential Lifeline
Advertising is one way they’re trying to make up for their financial troubles. But here’s the thing: the number of people who use Roblox every day actually went down in the second quarter of 2022. So, they’ve got some work to do to attract more users.
The Gaming World Trend
Here’s a trend in the gaming world: when a game that used to be ad-free starts showing ads, it often means the game is struggling to make as much money as before. In Roblox’s case, it might be more accurate to compare it to games rather than other platforms like gaming systems or smartphones.
Constantly Bringing in New Games
Platforms like gaming systems and smartphones rely on new games from developers to make money. If there’s a drop in new games or how much money each user spends, that’s a sign something might not be going well.
So, Roblox has some challenges ahead if it wants to keep growing. They’re trying with advertising, but it’s not a guaranteed fix. We’ll have to see how it all plays out in the world of gaming.
Let’s wrap things up, folks! The rumors about Roblox shutting down have been circulating since 2021, but it’s important to know that these rumors pop up pretty much every year or so. Minecraft faced a similar situation in 2020. So, it’s not exactly a new story.
But here’s the good news: Roblox is not going anywhere anytime soon! In fact, in 2023, it’s expected to have more users than ever before, and they plan to keep updating the platform regularly.
So, you can put those shutdown rumors to rest because Roblox is here to stay, and you can continue to enjoy your gaming adventures. Game on, Roblox fans!


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¡®Strategic Thinking Skills and Their Economic Importance.¡¯ (with Syngjoo Choi and Seonghoon Kim), September 2021.
and Efficiency in the Laboratory School Choice.¡¯
(with Wonki Jo Cho and Isa
E. Hafalir), May 2021.
¡®Mediated Talk: An Experiment.¡¯ (with Andreas Blume and Ernest K. Lai), March 2021.
¡®Cheap Talk with Prior-biased Inferences.¡¯ (with Yong-Ju Lee and Chen Zhao), revision requested by Games and Economic Behavior.
¡®Preferences vs. Strategic Thinking: An Investigation of the Causes of Overcommunication.¡¯ (with Jonathan Lafky and Ernest K. Lai), revised and resubmitted to Games and Economic Behavior.
¡®Patience Is Power: Bargaining and Payoff Delay.¡¯ (with Jeongbin Kim and Sebastian Schweighofer-Kodritsch), March 2021.
¡®Multilateral Bargaining over the Division of Losses.¡¯ (with Duk Gyoo Kim), conditionally accepted by Journal of Economic Theory.
¡®Persuasion with Strategic Reporting.¡¯ (with Run Li), September 2020.
¡®In Vino Veritas? Communication Under the Influence - An Experimental Study.¡¯ (with Pak Hung Au and Jipeng Zhang), revised and resubmitted to Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization.
¡®Shame and Fame in Competition.¡¯ (with Yong-Ju Lee), August 2019.
¡®Vague Language and Context-Dependence.¡¯ (with Qinggong Wu), April 2018.
¡®On Identifying Higher-order Rationality.¡¯ (with Siyang Xiong), August 2016.
¡®Does Jump bidding Increase Sellers' Revenue? Theory and Experiment.¡¯ (with Siyang Xiong), Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, 189 (2021), 84-110.
¡®Herd Immunity and a Vaccination Game: An Experimental Study.¡¯ (with Franco P. Zhang), PLOS ONE 15(5): e0232652. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0232652.
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Immunity and a Vaccination Game]
Borrowing Puzzle: Why Do Filipino Domestic Workers in Hong Kong
Borrow rather than Dissave?¡¯
(with Sujata Visaria), the
Asian Development Review, 37 (2020), 1-23.
¡®Endogenous Authority and Enforcement in Public Goods Games.¡¯ (with Jipeng Zhang), the B.E. Journal of Theoretical Economics, 20 (2020), 1-22.
Information Transmission: A Survey of Experiments and Theoretical
(with Andreas Blume and Ernest
K. Lai), (2020), C. Monica Capra, Rachel Croson, Mary Rigdon and Tanya
Rosenblat (eds), Handbook of Experimental Game Theory,
Cheltenham, UK and Northampton, MA, USA: Edward Elgar Publishing.
¡®Eliciting Private Information with Noise: The Case of Randomized Response.¡¯ (with Andreas Blume and Ernest K. Lai), Games and Economic Behavior, 113 (2019), 356-380. [Supplementary Material for Mutual Information]
¡®The Informational Theory of Legislative Committees: An Experimental Analysis.¡¯ (with Marco Battaglini, Ernest K. Lai, and Joseph Wang), American Political Science Review, 113 (2019), 55-76. [Online Appendices available here]
¡®Meaning and Credibility in Experimental Cheap-Talk Games.¡¯ (with Ernest K. Lai), Quantitative Economics, 9 (2018), 1453-1487.
¡®Conventional contracts, intentional behavior and logit choice: Equality without symmetry.¡¯ (with Sung-Ha Hwang, Philip Neary and Jonathan Newton), Games and Economic Behavior, 110 (2018), 273-294
¡®The Emergence of Compositional Grammars in Artificial Codes.¡¯ (with Fuhai Hong and Xiaojian Zhao), Games and Economic Behavior, 102 (2017), 255-268. [z-Tree code available here]
¡®Coordination via Correlation: An Experimental Study.¡¯ (with John Duffy and Ernest K. Lai), Economic Theory, 64 (2017), 265-304.
Experimental Investigation of Stochastic Adjustment Dynamics.¡¯
(with Philip Neary),
Games and Economic Behavior, 100
(2016), 208-219. [Online
Appendix available here]
¡®Voluntary Participation in Public Goods Provision with Coasian Bargaining.¡¯ (with Fuhai Hong), Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, 126 (2016), 102-119.
¡®An Experimental Analysis of Multidimensional Cheap Talk.¡¯ (with Ernest K. Lai and Joseph Tao-yi Wang), Games and Economic Behavior, 91 (2015), 114-144.
¡®Communication in Bargaining over Decision Rights,¡¯ Games and Economic Behavior, 85 (2014), 159-179.
¡®Bounded rationality and group size in Tullock contests: Experimental evidence,¡¯ (with Alexander Matros and Theodore L. Turocy), Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, 99 (2014), 155-167.
¡®Selling Authority.¡¯ Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, 84 (2012), 393-415.
¡®Authority and Communication in the Laboratory,¡¯ (with Ernest K. Lai), Games and Economic Behavior, 74 (2012), 541-560.
¡®Contests with a Stochastic Number of Players,¡¯ (with Alexander Matros), Games and Economic Behavior, 67 (2009), 584-597.

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Maybe you identify as The Trend Setter, the one with the sexy compact car and designer imports who takes long showers to stay fresh.
Or perhaps one of your mates is a classic example of The Urban Warrior: the apartment dweller and tram rider who nevertheless makes a mess and parties hard, whether at home or on holiday in Bali.
Call it stereotyping. Oversimplification, if you wish. For CO2 Australia, it’s something else: a strategy for demystifying the mathematics behind the carbon footprint.
Yonderr, the website launched by CO2 Australia, allows individuals and businesses to purchase carbon offset packages based on character profiles that most closely correspond to their lifestyles. Visitors can select among eight different individual and business profiles or perform some basic customisation to estimate the size of their footprint.
Once that’s calculated, they can purchase carbon credits to offset their annual CO2 emissions.
Andrew Grant, CEO of CO2 Australia, said the idea behind Yonderr came about because people were already too confused.
“No rifling through power bills or calculating your kitchen waste. Just pick a package that sounds like you,” he said. “We want to make it as easy as possible to make a positive contribution.”
Among the factors that determine the annual costs are the size of one’s car and home, consumption of meat, use of electronics, frequency of air travel, consumption of resources such as paper and generation of waste. (For those who are environmentally concerned or just curious, the site does include a full breakdown of the costs associated with each of these factors.)
Packages range from as little as $54 a year for an individual (the vegetarian hippy with a dog, but no car) to $336 a year for a family of four. Business packages range from $84 per annum for a home office operator, to $571 annually for a medium business (four cars, plus four domestic and two international flights), and up to $1,612 annually for a large business (a fleet of ten cars and frequent flights). The Yonderr website prices carbon at $12 per tonne.
So where exactly does the money for an offset package go? Towards carbon credit projects managed by the CO2 Group wordwide: reforestation efforts at home, windmill installations in India and conversion of methane gasses in US landfills to electricity.
According to Grant , the Yonderr website seeks to cut through the debate on tackling climate change and focus on the positive.
“There is a growing number of people who want to voluntarily cut their carbon right now, so we need to give them options,” he said. “Most websites in this space are technical and boring. Yonderr makes carbon offsetting easy and fun. You catch more flies with honey.”


The Yole Group, who provide market research, technology and strategy analysis and more, published an extensive article covering ALPs Alpine’s move into SMA technology solutions as part of the Status of the Camera Module Industry 2022 Report.
Counterpoint, a global industry analysts firm, published its summary findings from Mobile World Congress, Barcelona, containing a section on technology innovations, focusing on new OIS technologies enabled by SMA actuators (page 27).
Both reports include descriptions of the benefits of SMA Technology over traditional voice-coil motor (VCM) actuators. These include miniaturized compact design, power efficiency and ease of integration in a wide range of devices where magnetic interference is a concern, like foldable smartphones. Indeed, SMA technology does not require the use of Hall sensors that are widely adopted by VCM systems. SMA offers higher load, making it suitable for adoption with variable apertures and gimbal-like stabilisation in very small form factor devices.
SMA actuation stands out among existing actuation solutions.
- YoleGroup report
The Yole article points out that the “mass production by Alps Alpine can also bring larger sensors and optics and advanced image stabilization to more mid-range handsets.” Furthermore, Yole’s analysts suggested that “the advantages of SMA technology combined with the cost reduction afforded by mass production promises not only to increase penetration of advanced image correction and larger sensors into mid-tier smartphones, but also creates new design possibilities for the higher tier, thus touching all segments of this market.”
Cambridge Mechatronics recently announced the 8-wire AF+OIS actuator, capable of precise movement along the X, Y and Z axis, as well as pitch and yaw, and is featured in the Huawei Mate 50 Pro and Porsche design series, receiving top-scores on the DxOMark upon release.
About CML: Cambridge Mechatronics Limited (CML) is a world-leading developer of mechanical, optical, electrical, silicon and software designs for system-level solutions using its Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) platform technology. Actuator solutions using SMA wire (as thin as a human hair) can be controlled to the accuracy of the wavelength of light. These actuators are particularly suited to applications that require high levels of precision and force, in a compact and lightweight design.
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Dating a girl who is bipolar
During manic episodes, a person with bipolar disorder can have an unusual amount of energy and may not be able to sleep. We are a unique group of individuals. They may even be able to help you get through it.
We are empathetic, and this type of communication builds trust. When it comes to my mental health, the only people that can help solve my problem are me and my psychiatrist.
Appreciate what makes her different, and roll with it. Medically reviewed by Timothy J. Mental Illness is part of her, but it does not define her, and if her condition prevents you from seeing her as an individual first, then it is best to leave her be. Like any relationship, there will be challenges.
Challenge is a part of life, whether you are dating someone with a mental illness or not. Emotional and sensitive are two different things. Do not reject her because you are intimidated by the unknown. Romance and bipolar The mood swings associated with bipolar disorder can cause extreme changes in behavior. It is not your place to tell others unless she asks you to do so.
Mental illness is a mystery, and those of us who live with it are the only ones who can truly understand the world that exists within us. For the best chance of success in a new relationship, be sure to communicate openly and follow your treatment plan.
People with mental illness can be extremely sexual at times. You are here for a reason, and a lot has to with the fact that you are bored with women who act, dress, and think the same. Do this before you make a long-term commitment to that person. Keep an open line of communication. Listen to her, do not try to fix her.
When experiencing depressive episodes, a person with bipolar disorder can seem tired and sad. It is a very sensitive subject. Make sure you have your own support system of friends, loved ones, and counselors who can provide advice and encouragement when you need it. Discuss your treatment plan with your partner so they can help you keep on track. Tell them how you feel, but never blame them for their disorder.
Do not freak the moment you notice a change in her emotional behavior. She is different from other girls you have dated. Keys to success include maintaining an open line of communication, making sure the person with bipolar disorder follows their treatment plan, and getting support when you need it.
This can help minimize your symptoms and reduce the severity of your mood swings. Perhaps the best way to reduce relationship stress is to follow your treatment plan. So just listen to her, or give her genuine advice of ways to help her handle the problem at hand.
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Polykleitos, the Doryphoros, and Tradition
Edited by Warren G. Moon
“This is an essential text for the classical archaeologist/ art historian or for anyone who has seen and admired any of the Doryphoroi.”
—Vernon Hyde Minor, International Journal of the Classical Tradition
Polykleitos of Argos is one of the most celebrated sculptors of classical Greece. This richly illustrated volume of superb essays by art historians, classical scholars, and
archaeologists discusses Polykleitos’ life and influence, his intellectual and cultural milieu, and his best-known work—the bronze Doryphoros, or “Spear-Bearer.”
Polykleitos, the Doryphoros, and Tradition displays an impressive range of approaches—from commentary on the artistic and philosophical antecedents that influenced Polykleitos’ own aesthetic to the role of contemporary Greek anatomical knowledge in his representation of the human form. The essays offer extended analysis of his work as well as reflections of his style in sculpture, paintings, coins, and other art in Greece, Italy, and Asia Minor. This volume also contains a thorough discussion of Polykleitos’ original bronze Doryphoros, its pose, its relation to other spear-bearer sculptures, and the fine Roman marble copy of it now at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
“The rich and varied fare offered in this volume does honor both to the Minneapolis Doryphoros and to the methodologies, traditional and new, which can be brought to bear on ancient art and culture.”—Guy P. R. Métraux, Phoenix
Warren G. Moon (1945–93) was professor of art history and classics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He is editor of Ancient Greek Art and Iconography, also published by the University of Wisconsin Press, and coeditor, with Louise Berge, of Greek Vase Painting in Midwestern Collections.
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The YMCA is coming to Waupaca thanks to a gift from Rick Johnson.
The owner of Health and Fitness Headquarters, Johnson is donating more than $1.1 million in assets to the YMCA of the Fox Cities.
“I’m gifting the business to them,” Johnson told the Waupaca County Post. “The YMCA will take over the business lock, stock and barrel.”
Health and Fitness Headquarters has two facilities in Waupaca.
The original facility is a 9,500-square-foot building on 11.5 acres of land on State Highway 22, located across from Waupaca High School.
HFH opened a second site on School Street in October 2013. That 4,700-square-foot facility has a full-service wellness center and is located adjacent to the Waupaca Recreation Center. It is currently being leased from the city of Waupaca.
All of the real estate, equipment and inventory owned by HFH will be transferred to the YMCA of the Fox Cities between Sept. 1 and Dec. 1, according to Bill Breider, president and CEO of the YMCA of the Fox Cities.
“Additionally, I have made a pledge of financial assistance to help defray operating costs and to build a capital account,” Johnson said.
He plans to give the YMCA $25,000 a quarter for the next 2 1/2 years.
“I really want this thing to go. I think it’s good for the community,” Johnson said.
HFH has about 3,500 members, including a corporate membership agreement with Waupaca Foundry, the city’s largest employer.
The YMCA of the Fox Cities has about 42,000 members, with another 26,000 participants who take classes.
“I want to assure present club members that the quality of their gym memberships will not be impaired,” Johnson said. “Rather, this will open up additional opportunities for them and their family members together and with new friends. It will provide our youth with positive alternatives in sports and other activities.”
Breider said the YMCA plans to keep both facilities open and continue the programs that HFH currently offers.
“Randy O’Connell, the current general manager at Health and Fitness Headquarters, will become the program center director,” Breider said. “We have been incredibly impressed with the staff and Randy’s leadership. We hope to have a seamless transition.”
Breider said Waupaca will become a program center, affiliated with the YMCA of the Fox Cities and under the supervision of the Neenah-Menasha YMCA.
“Initially, the Waupaca YMCA center will have a program committee that will be led by Rick Johnson,” Breider said. “We will make sure the committee is very comprehensive and represents all aspects of the community.”
City Administrator Henry Veleker said local residents and community leaders have discussed having the YMCA in Waupaca for more than a dozen years.
“Four or five years ago, the city reached out to get some YMCA programming in our community. That didn’t come together. We needed to do some more work to find out what people wanted,” Veleker said.
Veleker noted that the city’s rec center is adjacent to the HFH facility, which would allow the city and the YMCA to work together to develop programs.
“The YMCA has a lot of experience with programming, especially with children,” Veleker said. “There is an opportunity for the city and the Y to partner in recreational and educational programs.”
“We want to explore what options and needs are available,” Breider said. “We want to make sure we’re providing complementary programs and not programs that compete with existing programs.”
Breider said the YMCA is looking forward to the opportunity to reach into Waupaca.
For Johnson, partnering with the YMCA helps ensure that the health and fitness opportunities he has provided in Waupaca will become a community legacy.
“This transfer and pledge is the best way for me to return to my friends, neighbors, to those who have helped me achieve success, some of the profits I’ve received in my professional life,” Johnson said. “On a more fundamental level, I believe, as most Christians do, that my property, including all the things I’m about to transfer to the YMCA, belong not to me, but to God. I am merely their manager. I am privileged and humbled to share his blessing with the broader community.”


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B.J.Armstrong is self-publishing a book with Outskirts Press. And she wants your help deciding her book cover.
Everyone Has a Story to Tell—What Is Yours?
Many people recognize the importance of sharing their life story-each of us has a special place in the world, and the experiences you’ve had can never be repeated or replaced. But the idea of writing a memoir can be overwhelming! That’s where BIO-BY-U can help. This interactive, easy-to-use workbook provides prompts and ideas so that you can write your life story in your own way. The book consists of subjects and a list of questions about each subject. You can use this workbook with a computer, a tape recorder, a typewriter, a video camera, or pen and paper…it’s up to you! You can answer the question prompts with a word, a sentence, a paragraph, or a longer story. When you’re done, you’ll have your life events laid out in story form. This workbook helps to organize and clarify life events, and gives you a format to describe to the reader each person and place in your life. You’ll have the opportunity to reflect, to explain, and to share the experiences that have made you who you are. It’s easier than you think-let BIO-BY-U unlock the story of your life!
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Woof! My name is Cruise. I am a handsome Pit Bull that is available for adoption at HHHS. Here is some good information about me. Hope to see you soon so we can start our friendship today! HOW DID I COME INTO HHHS? I was running around and became lost, so a nice stranger brought me to Helping Hands on 10-22-16. The nice staff is helping me find a forever home. HEIGHT: 22" at the shoulder WEIGHT: 55lbs HOW MUCH EXERCISE DO I NEED? I'm still young, and the breeds I'm mixed with are smart and active, so I would love an active family who can give me lots of exercise. Different activities will keep my brain and body busy in a healthy, nondestructive way. DO I HAVE ANY SPECIAL TOYS? Oh yes I love toys! Any toys will be great because I love them all! DO I KNOW ANY TRICKS? With some training and patience I am sure I will learn quickly. AM I A GOOD INSIDE DO? I'm looking for a patient family who will teach me to go to the bathroom outside. I would love to live inside with you, though, so we can spend plenty of quality time together. Don't be afraid to crate me when you aren't home. DO I LIKE CATS? I haven't been around cats while here at shelter so ask your adoption counselor to do a cat test to make sure we get along. DO I LIKE CHILDREN? I haven't been around children while at the shelter, so make sure to bring the whole family in to meet me. DO I LIKE OTHER DOGS? I haven't had much of a chance to interact with other dogs while I've been here. Make sure to bring your canine family in with you to meet me to make sure we get along. So won't you please come out and meet me? I'm ready to start the rest of my life with a forever family that will love me and keep me safe. Could that family be yours? Let's meet soon and find out! Can't wait to meet you so we can start being friends! Love Cruise.
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Denver, CO (SportsNetwork.com) - Denver's recent eight-game skid is suddenly a distant memory, as the Nuggets cruised to their fourth straight win Thursday with a 101-88 dismantling of the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Ty Lawson posted his fifth consecutive double-double with 16 points and 14 assists while Randy Foye made six of Denver's 14 3-pointers during his 24- point effort.
Evan Fournier made a career-high four triples for 19 points off the Nuggets' bench, which outscored Oklahoma City's reserves by a 39-27 margin.
"The whole team is on the same page and we all want to get better and move forward and get a good spot for the playoffs," Fournier said.
Kevin Durant scored a game-high 30 points for Oklahoma City, which shot just 35.3 percent from the floor and fell to 4-4 without injured guard Russell Westbrook.
The Nuggets led, 27-26, at the end of the first quarter despite 16 points from Durant, then ended the half on a 10-4 run to head into the break with a 60-51 cushion.
The third quarter was all Denver, which came out of the locker room and scored 10 of the first 12 points to extend the lead to 14 points.
The Nuggets wound up hitting six 3-pointers during the quarter, including three in a row in one sequence -- two from Foye and another from Fournier -- and brought an 89-66 advantage into the fourth.
No one other than Reggie Jackson or Durant scored for the Thunder in the third, and both were on the bench in the final stanza with the outcome no longer in doubt.
"I thought our third quarter, offensively, we took too many bad shots," OKC head coach Scott Brooks admitted. "Shots that were not generated from a pass and when we rely on that, it's hard to make those shots consistently."
The Nuggets have made double-digit 3-pointers in three straight games ... The Thunder missed their first 10 shots from long range and finished 6-of-24 from the perimeter ... Serge Ibaka, who missed Oklahoma City's previous game with flu-like symptoms, posted eight points and 10 rebounds in his return ... Oklahoma City still leads the season series, 2-1 ... Denver played without forward Wilson Chandler due to a strained left groin.

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Wondering if echinacea vs elderberry is better for your particular situation?
We hope to help you figure that out today.
Most of the time, you can’t go wrong with either one - unless, of course, allergies are at play.
Still, there are times where you might prefer elderberry instead of echinacea and vice versa, so let’s discuss those.
First, we’ll break down the benefits of each.
Elderberries became popular, in large part, due to their antioxidant effects. And that’s thanks to one of its active ingredients known as anthocyanin.
However, there are other active compounds with their own therapeutic benefits:
May decrease severity of the common cold and flu
Anecdotal evidence suggests the benefits of elderberry are best achieved when taken less than 48 hours after the onset of flu or cold symptoms.
The theory behind its effectiveness is its ability to stimulate the production and activity of immune mediators.
One 2016 study showed that those who take elderberry extract regularly have less severe respiratory symptoms following infection.
However, it’s important to note that elderberry has no proven preventive potential.
I know a lot of friends who would argue that point, but more published, peer-reviewed research needs to be conducted on it.
May help alleviate constipation
Anthraquinone is a compound in elderberry that’s been hailed for its laxative effect. This same compound has been found in other natural laxatives such as senna.
It prevents and/or minimizes the absorption of water from the intestines during peristalsis. With more water in the intestinal lumen, pressure is generated in the intestines.
Such pressure stimulates muscle activity, enhancing the process of peristalsis.
The extra water also softens fecal matter, making it easier to eliminate.
The only downside about using elderberry for constipation is that it’s been less studied, and some studies suggest it shouldn’t be used consecutively for more than 5 days.
May provide some pain relief
Pain is usually a consequence of inflammation. Thanks to elderberry’s rich anthocyanin content, this plant and its fruit can also help fight inflammation.
It works by inhibiting the production of nitric oxide - one of the signaling molecules involved in inflammation.
By blocking the release of nitric oxide, elderberry tampers with the normal inflammatory response and thus relieves pain and other signs of inflammation such as swelling, redness, and loss of function.
The medicinal value of echinacea is derived from its roots and leaves. The commonly identified benefits of echinacea are its anti-inflammatory benefits, antiviral properties, and immune-boosting effects as well as its antioxidant effects.
Let’s look at a few of those in more detail:
May boost immune system function
Studies have shown that echinacea improves the phagocytic potential of white blood cells.
Phagocytosis is the process where white blood cells engulf pathogens and neutralize them. Since cold and flu are usually caused by viruses, this mechanism of echinacea comes in handy.
Echinacea also has plant compounds that increase the production of more white blood cells, especially macrophages.
May help regulate inflammation
Interestingly enough, studies suggest that the anti-inflammatory properties of echinacea are so potent they can be used to manage inflammatory conditions like arthritis.
The active ingredients in echinacea extracts can help block excessive inflammatory responses and therefore improve the healing process.
May be helpful for the flu
Some incredible studies indicate that echinacea can reduce your chances of developing the flu by up to 58%.
Studies have also shown that taking echinacea reduces the duration of flu symptoms to less than 4 days in many cases.
Situations Where Elderberry May Be Better Suited Than Echinacea (And Vice Versa)
Elderberry doesn’t work well for bacterial infections but seems fairly effective against viral infections.
On the other hand, echinacea has strong antimicrobial properties and works against both bacteria and viruses.
Since respiratory symptoms can be caused by either type of pathogen, echinacea is usually the first “go to” for onset of respiratory symptoms, especially when you don’t know their origins.
Elderberry, however, is better suited for children thanks to its pleasant taste in the form of elderberry syrup and “fun” elderberry gummies.
Echinacea Side Effects
Allergy is the most common side effect of echinacea. Other than that, echinacea is usually safe to use. But if used for long periods of time, you may be more susceptible to nausea, diarrhea, and headaches.
Side effects, of course, vary from one person to the next, and this is by no means an exhaustive list.
Be sure to contact your doctor for advice before, during, or after using echinacea.
Elderberry Side Effects
Elderberry is relatively safe. When over consumed, however, its laxative effects can lead to abdominal cramps and diarrhea.
Besides that, it's important to remember that the medicinal value of elderberries is best obtained from their fruit.
Other parts of the plant such as the stems, roots, leaves, and barks contain a compound called cyanogenic glycoside that can be harmful.
Most of the side effects can be prevented by only taking ripe, well-cooked and properly prepared elderberries or trusted elderberry products.
Can You Take Elderberry and Echinacea Together?
Yes! Currently, no interactions have been found between echinacea and elderberry.
Remember though that few studies have been done on elderberry and echinacea together. However, long-time use and anecdotal evidence suggests that it is safe.
Ideally, both of these herbs are helpful because they have beneficial antioxidant and immune-boosting effects. But when you’re forced to choose just one, elderberry is usually preferred.
It has much higher antioxidant activity and can be used more as a tonic than echinacea.

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ICICI Bank shares fall 3% after its admits to a $100 million exposure to Singapore trading firm
- The bank earlier said, "We confirm that the Bank, in the normal course of its business, has exposure to the borrower group in question".
- The shares of the company listed on the BSE plunged by almost 9% on Tuesday to trade at ₹331.55.
In a news clarification on Tuesday about its exposure of $100 million to Singapore-based Hin
In a regulatory filing, ICICI Bank said it is taking due steps to protect its interests, and will appropriately reflect the same in its financial statements, as it would do in respect of all its banking exposures.
The scrip declined 2.57% to Rs 323 at the BSE.
The shares of the company had plunged 8.38% on Tuesday to Rs 331.55 on the BSE.
ICICI Bank on Tuesday said it is taking steps to protect its interest regarding its exposure to a Singapore-based oil trading company.
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My very first watch had a mechanical movement, not because I come from a family of watchmakers, alas no, I just happened to be learning how to read the time before the quartz movement had taken over the world. It was a Timex with a white dial, black Arabic numerals and a red leather strap. I loved that watch and would wind it up diligently every morning before going to school. It is probably in a shoebox in my parents' attic somewhere!
My second encounter with a mechanical watch didn’t come around until many years later. I remember being shown a beautiful ladies’ mechanical watch with a sapphire case back. I was just mesmerized by all the tiny moving parts and the thought that everything worked mechanically.
Some would argue that women don’t care about the movement in their watch. We have all heard the stories of female Rolex customers taking their mechanical watches back to the shop for a change of battery! There are nevertheless many features that can attract women to mechanical watches, from craftsmanship to nostalgia, from emotion to practicality, even investment to status – the sky is the limit.
DB L JEWELLERY by De Bethune, LADY CHRONO by Girard-Perregaux, ANNUAL CALENDAR by Patek Philippe
APIANA CHRONOGRAPH by Milus, TWO O TEN by Chopard, MASTER COMPRESSOR DIVING LADY by Jaeger-LeCoultre
It is a common fact that women are generally more interested in the aesthetic side of a watch than the movement. However, more and more companies are paying as much attention to the finishing and decoration of their movements as they are to the design of cases and dials. Crafts such as hand engraving, circular graining (Côtes de Genève), spiral finishing, and hand chamfering are just a few examples of some of the exquisite finishings that can be found in a mechanical movement. The level of finishing is an important factor in understanding the value of a watch and it is something that can really help sell a timepiece to a woman. Where men may be more intrigued by the functions and complexity of a mechanical watch, women can appreciate the care that has been devoted to the fabrication of each and every component and the time and perseverance needed in its creation. It is the retailer’s job to share this artistry with his/her female customers. “The romance of the hand assembly of a mechanical watch is often passed on to a woman by her husband or boyfriend.” explains Martin Guare from Asprey in London. “When selling to women it is important to romance the product, including the inside. We have to create the desire and challenge ideas. This is especially true for women. Men come into the shop knowing the model and reference number they want, where women want to be helped, advised and to shop around; they approach it in a different way.”
LUCKEE LOTUS by Delaneau, HL07 by Hautlence, LADY BRASILIA CHRONOGRAPH by Ebel
MONACO NOIR DIAMANTS by TAG Heuer, REINE DE NAPLES by Breguet, THE LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION by Longines, GRANDE PHASE DE LUNE CENTRALE by Perrelet
Going back in time
We have all become so reliant on computerized equipment in our lives that we seem to have forgotten what life was like before. What did we do before the Internet, e-mail, and mobile phones? Well, we all had a library card and we wrote letters and had painfully long waits for potential boyfriends/girlfriends to call! Few of us would want to give up our creature comforts to go back in time, but the mechanical watch is one thing that is sneaking back into our lives, making us see and appreciate time in a totally different way and women are just as susceptible to this nostalgia as men.
A treasure to be passed on
The record prices obtained for timepieces at auction have not yet ceased to surprise us. This boom, like any other, will not last forever, but what it does prove is that a well made mechanical watch can last for decades, if not centuries. Women who are tempted to invest in an expensive complication may be comforted by the fact that their timepiece can be passed on to their grand children and great grandchildren, creating a legacy of their own and a way to touch the future, as it were.
The watch industry is often compared to the car industry due to the combination of machine and design. But do you have to fully understand the workings of a car engine to appreciate driving a car? Ask me what the torque is on my car, and I couldn’t tell you, ask me how many horse power in my motorcycle, I haven’t the slightest idea, but does it spoil my enjoyment of bombing up and down the Swiss mountains, no, absolutely not. Cristina Thevenaz from Delaneau explains the difference between quartz and mechanical watches “When you choose an automatic car instead of a manual one, it is either a question of convenience, or because you don’t feel secure driving with gears. Most female consumers, in my opinion, approach it this way. And then you also have women who love to ‘feel’ the power of a car (like me), but this is a more sensual approach.” Women don’t have to be gear heads to appreciate a mechanical watch movement, like they don’t have to be car mechanics to enjoy driving. It is more a feeling, a sensation, an emotion.
STAR LADY MOONPHASE by Montblanc, CABARET ‘SOIRée’ by A. Lange & Söhne, PHASE DE LUNE DAME by Maurice Lacroix, MALTE by Vacheron Constantin
INSTRUMENTO NO. UNO by de Grisogono, ROYAL PEARL by Emile Chouriet, BRESSEL FLYING ORCHIDS by JeanRichard
One recent trend that can be seen across the board is the opening up of dials to reveal the movement beneath. The motion of the wheels and the cogs of a movement are captivating. If seen through a loupe, the movement opens up a whole new world. The opening of dials started with the tourbillon craze, but soon watch companies started to open up views on other parts of their movements. This soon took hold with women’s watches, as companies such as Zenith opened heart and star cut-outs into their dials to reveal dramatic views of the mechanics below – something that doesn’t have the same effect with a quartz watch.
Different technical functions are gaining in popularity, such as date indications, phases of the moon, power reserves, dual times, world time and chronographs. Jasmina Steele, Patek Philippe’s International Communication and Public Relations Director explains, “For Patek Philippe there is a growing trend of women interested in mechanical watches, in particular mechanical watches with additional features such as multiple time zone watches or the self winding annual calendar,” she continues. Although, “What remains capital for ladies mechanical watches is the aesthetic, comfort and elegance of wear, indeed ladies will not choose to invest in a watch only for its technical features, first of all its aesthetic must be elegant and feminine.”
TOURNESOL by blu, EXCALIBUR by Roger Dubuis, FC-310 LADIES DOUBLE HEART BEAT by Frédérique Constant
FREELANCER by Raymond Weil, CLASS ONE by Chaumet, J12 TOURBILLON by Chanel, BALON BLEU by Cartier
Women’s purchasing power is constantly increasing as more and more women have successful careers. “Independent and intelligent, in a world of decision makers, women understand that to be taken seriously in a man’s world, they need, among other things, a complicated watch just for them.” says Antione Preziuso. “We created our ‘Strictly For Her’ tourbillon to turn men’s heads. For too long, women have been borrowing their men’s watches, we are looking to reverse this trend.” Successful businesswomen look for a watch that will reflect their taste and their lifestyle. A complicated watch can be as much a sign of success for a woman as it can for a man.
In addition, women are now buying their own watches. Women are looking for their own watches and buying them for themselves. “The demand for ‘technical’ timepieces specifically designed for women is growing,” explains Christian Selmoni, Director of Creation and Development at Vacheron Constantin, “this is particularly true in certain Asian countries, like Taiwan, for example, where working women love mechanical watches and buy them for their technical features as well as their aesthetic side.”
When asked about the movements in their ladies collections, some company presidents become a little uncomfortable. They admit to using quartz and then quickly justify themselves by explaining that women don’t want to bother with winding and setting their watches.
And they are right. A mechanical watch needs care and attention. You cannot put a perpetual calendar in a drawer and leave it for a week without suffering the consequences of having to follow some very complicated instructions for resetting the watch. For someone like me, who can’t even put a simple piece of Ikea furniture together without shouting obscenities at the instruction sheet, I wouldn’t even dare try resetting a perpetual calendar!
In addition to the re-setting question, mechanical watches can be, dare I say it, less reliable. For today’s busy women, running around juggling work with home and children, the last thing we need is our watch to run slow, or fast, for that matter. Although, for some, an automatic watch is far more practical than a quartz model as it doesn’t ever need its batteries changed. It depends on what is the less troublesome, going to a watchmaker for a change of battery, or resetting the time every now and again.
Whatever the inconveniences are of owning a mechanical watch, there is more to a purchase than practicality. Like many luxury products, one of the deciding factors in a new purchase is emotion. It is the way a product makes a woman feel that can be of the utmost importance, even if there are a hundred and one other products that would make more practical and economic sense. Emotion can appear in a number of different ways. If you have ever had the chance to see a naked movement sitting on a watchmaker’s bench, you will know that it is like a little heart beating away, ready to be transplanted into the watch to bring it to life. The tick-tock of a mechanical watch mirrors our own heart beat and is magical. In an automatic movement, our own body’s movement keeps the watch alive, while a manual movement needs us to physically wind its crown to keep it ticking. There is something intriguing about it – this special interaction between woman and machine. “There is an incredible story at the watch’s heart; how long, meticulous and refined the watchmakers’ work is to give birth to a mechanical movement,” explains Marc Michel Amadry, Vice President of Ebel. “Any woman can be sensitive to this story and then get interested to discover more about mechanical watches and maybe one day buy such a ‘jewel’ for herself.”
With the incredible choice of mechanical watches for women now coming available on the market, it is up to the retailers to share this male passion with the ladies. Most women may not care whether their watch is quartz or mechanical, they may not even know the difference, but I would hasten to bet that it’s because they haven’t been let into the secret of mechanical watches yet. Time will tell.
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March 7, 1965: In the Selma to Montgomery March, around 600 civil rights marchers walk to Selma, Alabama to Montgomery—the state’s capital—in protest of black voter suppression. Local police block and brutally attack them. After successfully fighting in court for their right to march, Martin Luther King and other civil rights leaders lead two more marches and finally reach Montgomery on March 25.
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London (AFP) – England manager Gareth Southgate insists nobody can take their place in his World Cup squad for granted.
Southgate’s side stepped up their preparations for the World Cup with a 3-0 win against Ivory Coast in Tuesday’s friendly at Wembley.
He made 10 changes from Saturday’s friendly victory over Switzerland to take a closer look at some of the fringe players hoping to secure a seat on the plane to Qatar in November.
Ollie Watkins and Tyrone Mings, both far from certain to make the World Cup squad, boosted their cases with goals against Ivory Coast.
Watkins could serve as an understudy to Harry Kane up front, while Mings is a candidate for central defensive cover.
Southgate expects the intense competition for places to fuel the desire of those seeking to make his final squad.
“They can all get on with it and fight it out amongst themselves and we’ll pick the ones that are playing at the best level and who can do the job,” Southgate said.
“We’re in a fortunate position that we do have good players. You can motivate players as a manager, but there’s no higher motivation than two more on the bench that can come and take your place.
“That’s how the big clubs work and we’re starting to get that competition in most positions on the field.
“We’re always open minded, we’re always assessing, we’re watching them every week, we see the positive qualities and we see the little bits that, ‘OK, how can we improve that a little bit?’.
“Without a doubt, none of the players in the squad can sit and think they’re in the 23, 26 or in the 11. They’ve all got to keep playing well and keep pushing each other.”
England will discover their World Cup group stage opponents on Friday when the draw is made in Doha.
Southgate guided England to the World Cup semi-finals four years ago in Russia and then suffered a penalty shoot-out defeat against Italy in the European Championship final last year.
He acknowledges those recent near misses have raised expectations.
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“And it’s a unique chance to make history, so that of course is massively exciting.”
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The Italian Powerhouse and North Teamrider shredding the lagoons in Brazil
Powered and fully committed freestyle in flat water paradise with Gianmaria Coccoluto.
The Knot Future crew get creative in the Baja Desert using some locally harvested materials
Watch Pedro Matos getting barrel and cutting shapes in this 5-minute froth fest
If Tarantino made a kite film it would probably look like this!
The North Sense & Sonar combo is an excellent set-up for lighter to mid-weight riders looking for their first set-up to work across a broad range of conditions
North Kiteboarding welcomes self-confessed daredevil Karlie Thoma to the team
Tune into Jesse Richman’s second episode of Maui Missions
A 2021 kiting recap with the Polish wonderkid Janek Grzegorzewski
Watch the best kiteboarding videos of the year 2021 – hand selected by the Kiteworld team
NZ kiteboarder Marc Jacobs edges out three-time champion Langeree to win the Red Bull King of the Air 2021
Another perfect day for the GKA Hydrofoil Freestyle World Cup in Fortaleza with champions crowned
2021 Freestyle champions Mikaili Sol and Arthur Guillebert crowned in Brazil
The Eleveight RS is a high-performance freeride kite – and it just helped Arthur Guillebert win his first freestyle world title!

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has blamed Hamas for “fruitless” efforts to minimise civilian deaths in Gaza. In an interview with CBS, Netanyahu said that Israel was doing everything it could to keep civilians out of harm’s way as it fights Hamas in the Strip, including throwing leaflets warning them to flee, but that its attempts to minimise victims “were not successful”. The Israeli prime minister reiterated that the goal of his military campaign was to destroy Hamas: “We will try to finish the job with minimal civilian casualties. That’s what we’re trying to do: minimise civilian casualties. But unfortunately we did not succeed.” Netanyahu added that there could be no return to “failed strategies” in dealing with Hamas in Gaza and reiterated that Israel was not trying to occupy Gaza but wants there to be overall military responsibility to “prevent the re-emergence of terrorism: we must demilitarise and deradicalise” the Strip. “We need a cultural change”, continued the prime minister, adding that there must be a “different future for both Israelis and Palestinians”.
‘Hamas tunnel found at Al Shifa Hospital’ – Israel
The Israeli army has announced its soldiers had found a tunnel shaft used by Hamas militants at Gaza’s biggest hospital, Al Shifa. It released a video it said showed a tunnel entrance in an outdoor area of the hospital. The video showed a deep hole in the ground, littered with and surrounded by concrete and wood, rubble and sand. The army said its troops also found a vehicle in the hospital containing numerous weapons. Military equipment including Kalashnikov rifles and rocket-propelled grenades were also found in the building, it said. Hamas said in a statement that claims by the US State and Defence departments that the group uses Al Shifa for military purposes “is a repetition of a blatantly false narrative, demonstrated by the weak and ridiculous performances of the occupation army spokesman”. Human Rights Watch said hospitals have special protection under international humanitarian law.
US will not share intelligence on Hamas and Al Shifa hospital
The US will not share any Israeli intelligence or elaborate on its own intelligence assessment that Hamas used Gaza’s Al Shifa hospital as a command centre and, possibly, as a storage facility, White House spokesman John Kirby said on Thursday. The Washington Times quotes Kirby saying the US was confident in an assessment from its own intelligence agencies on Hamas activities in the Gaza facility. He has refused to elaborate or provide details over the past several days. Israeli troops entered Al Shifa hospital on Wednesday after an aerial bombardment and ground operation targeting Hamas militants whom Israeli officials say killed 1,200 people in a cross-border attack from Gaza on 7th October . About 11,500 people have been killed in Israel’s retaliatory bombardments, according to health officials in Hamas-controlled Gaza.
Body of soldier kidnapped by Hamas recovered
The Israeli army has recovered the body of Noa Marciano, the 19-year-old Israeli soldier taken hostage by Hamas at the Nahal Oz base on 7th October. The body of the kidnapped soldier was found in a structure adjacent to the Shifa hospital in Gaza City, the military spokesperson said. Of Marciano, Hamas last Monday released a video – taken four days after her kidnapping – which said who she was and whose daughter she was. At a certain point, the video stopped and her body appeared. Yesterday, the body of Israeli Yehudit Weiss, another female hostage kidnapped by Hamas, was recovered, again near the Shifa hospital. Israeli military spokesman Daniel Hagari said she “was killed by terrorists”. Next to her body were the weapons of her guardians. The woman’s funeral will take place in Israel.
Israel strikes house of Hamas political chief in Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said its fighter jets had struck the residence of Hamas Political Bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh. “The residence was used as terrorist infrastructure and a meeting point for Hamas’ senior leaders to direct terrorist attacks against Israel,” the IDF said in a post on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. The post was accompanied by a video of footage showing a strike taking place. Meanwhile, Al Jazeera online quotes Haniyeh saying, “If the enemy wants the battle to be long, our capacity is even longer.”
South Africa refers Israel to the ICC over Gaza offensive
South Africa has filed a referral to the International Criminal Court for an investigation into alleged war crimes committed by Israel in Gaza, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said. “We have put through a referral because we believe that war crimes are being committed there. And of course we do not condone the actions that were taken by Hamas earlier, but similarly we condemn the actions that are currently underway and believe that they warrant an investigation by the ICC,” Ramaphosa said during a state visit to Qatar.
Spain’s Sanchez secures new term
Spain’s Socialist prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, won the backing of Spain’s parliament for another term as prime minister on Thursday, despite divisions in the country over his decision to grant Catalan separatists amnesty in exchange for their crucial support in a vote of confidence. Sanchez’s Socialist Party (PSOE) finished second in an inconclusive general election in July, but he has reached deals with six smaller parties to ensure the support of 179 lawmakers – three more than the required absolute majority. Among the smaller parties who are set to lend their support to Sanchez are two key Catalan separatist parties. In return, Sanchez has agreed to grant amnesty to hundreds of people facing legal action for their role in Catalonia’s separatist movement over the past decade. Sanchez defended the amnesty at the start of the two-day parliamentary debate, arguing it was needed to “heal the wounds” opened by the region’s independence push. “We will guarantee the unity of Spain through dialogue and forgiveness,” the 51-year-old insisted.
For the first time, US prisoners graduate from top university
Northwestern University’s Prison Education Programme has welcomed its inaugural graduating class of incarcerated students, marking the first time a top-ranked US university has awarded degrees to students in prison. “Coming from where I came from and the things that I’ve been through, to be here is indescribable,” said graduate Michael Broadway after the ceremony. Around 100 students are enrolled in the Northwestern programme across Stateville and the Logan Correctional Center, a women’s prison. He hopes that this first class of incarcerated students is just the beginning.
Plane forced to return to airport after horse escapes
An Air Atlanta Icelandic Boeing 747 cargo jet was forced to turn around, after a horse escaped from its stall and caused chaos as the plane cruised at 30,000ft, the BBC reports. The plane was headed to Belgium from New York but did a U-turn roughly 90 minutes after its departure when the animal got loose. Air traffic control audio recorded the pilot saying: “We cannot get the horse back secured”. The pilot told air traffic control the plane was fine but that the horse on the loose was the concern. He then requested a veterinarian meet the aircraft once it landed back at John F Kennedy International Airport. The flight took off later in the same day and successfully arrived at Liege Airport this morning, according to FlightRadar24. This latest incident was not the first time an animal escaped its cargo stall while onboard an airplane. In August, a bear freed itself from its crate on an Iraqi Airways flight headed from Dubai to Baghdad, the Associated Press reported.
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May 18, 2011
In 2009-2010, the Kansas City Chiefs had the lowest average salary in the league at $1,410,856, according to USA Today. Not a bad chunk of change for your average American worker, especially during a tough financial time, right?
Well, some pro athletes haven't been paying attention when folks tell them to save their money for a rainy day. Coastal Advisors, a life and disability insurer that has some pro athletes as clients, reports that one NFL player has just taken out a loan for $500,000 at 23 percent interest.
"Reason i know, Lender asked me to insure loan," tweeted Coastal's Rich "Big Daddy" Salgado, who also predicted that the NBA lockout "will be worse" when it comes to such loans. "NBA locking out for longer, size of loans will be BIGGER," he tweeted.
You can bet that player who took out the loan is hoping NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith can get this lockout thing over with quickly.
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M-Studio : an authoring tool for context-aware mobile storytelling
Author(s)Kastner, Carly M. (Carly Marie), 1980-
Authoring tool for context-aware mobile storytelling
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Dept. of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
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The pervasiveness of high-speed wireless networks and handheld computers provide a channel for context-aware video delivery. Mobile cinema is a new form of motion picture experience in which discrete cinematic events are delivered based on a consumer's navigation through space and time, via this new channel. M-Studio is an authoring tool that helps mobile story creators design and simulate location-based narratives. The tool provides the author with a graphical interface for linking content with a specific geographical space, a framework for developing story structures for multi-threaded narratives, and a simulator that allows the author to evaluate the story threads that might unfold depending on the path taken by the viewer. The tool also directly generates the XML code that is used by a story server to deliver cinematic sequences to handheld devices. M-Studio has been used in the creation of two mobile narratives.
Thesis (M.Eng.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, February 2003.Includes bibliographical references (leaf 63).
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Jan 24, 2013, 9:40 AM EDT
Forward Chris Kreider enjoyed a storybook 2011-12 campaign.
He won the NCAA Championship with Boston College and then joined the New York Rangers for their run to the Eastern Conference finals. Along the way, Kreider broke an NHL record by scoring five goals before playing in his first regular season contest.
At the same time, Rangers coach John Tortorella said that the 21-year-old was “God awful” in some of those playoff contests and just three games into the Rangers’ campaign, there’s talk of sending Kreider to AHL Connecticut.
“That’s something we have to really talk about as an organization because I still think he needs to go through the process,” Tortorella said. “What’s best for Chris and us, we have to make a decision there because I don’t want him in a situation here, with the scrutiny on this club, hurting him as far as the process.”
Tortorella bluntly added that “he has not played well and he knows that.”
The coach has seen players in similar situations fail because they were asked to do too much, too fast and then never come back from that.
“I do not want to see that happen to him,” Tortorella said. “He has too many assets.”
Kreider has no points and a minus-two rating while averaging just 9:22 minutes this season.
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- Here’s the latest on coaching searches in Buffalo, San Jose and New Jersey 3
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- Report: Blues will stick with Hitchcock ‘barring anything dramatic’ 17
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- Kesler on wearing down Chicago: ‘No human can withstand that many hits’ 75
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Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio (2022) – Black Rabbit Pop! Vinyl Figure
Carve out some room in your collection for Black Rabbit from Guillermo del Toro’s Pinnochio in Funko style!
Relive the tale of a wooden boy who comes to life in a fresh new way! Straight from Guillermo del Toro’s imagination comes this sinister recreation of Black Rabbit, standing with perched legs atop a Funko display base.
Celebrate the release of Pinnochio like you’ve never seen before with the Black Rabbit Pop! Vinyl Figure!

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4 Reasons a Personal Injury Attorney Helps Your Case
One of the most well-known sentiments in the legal field is that someone who represents themselves in court has a fool for a client. One of the central ideas behind this axiom is that even attorneys typically have the good sense not to represent themselves. But in many ways, it also illustrates the value of an advocate to anyone who is dealing with a legal issue.
There are several reasons that a person needs an attorney when involved in a personal injury case. The legal system in the United States can be complex, and having an experienced representative to take the lead on your case is key to getting a favorable result. Let’s look at why this is true:
Attorneys know the law
Obviously, attorneys are more familiar with handling personal injury cases than your average citizen. But more importantly, an attorney familiar with your specific case type knows specifics of the law that a client would have to devote significant time and energy toward if they were to handle a case on their own. What types of damages can you include in your claim? Who might be held accountable for your injuries? The answers to these questions are not as obvious as you might think, and an attorney has the knowledge and experience to help a client navigate the nuances of personal injury law.
Attorneys help cut through the red tape
Preparing a claim is time-consuming and tedious. It involves investigation, putting together paperwork and filing claims with the court, among many other procedures. For someone who isn’t familiar with the process, it seems fraught with bureaucracy and legal jargon. But for an attorney, it is simply part of the practice that they engage in every day. Attorneys not only demystify the court system, they take care of the most tedious aspects of filing a claim.
Attorneys offer perspective
It’s easy for a person who suffered a serious injury and wants compensation to have their judgment clouded by the desire to get what they rightfully deserve. Attorneys learn very early in their training to maintain an impartial mindset so they can examine a client’s case from all angles. This allows a lawyer to anticipate what the opposing side may do and look for ways in which their client’s case might be vulnerable to rebuttals.
Attorneys usually know what works
Not all attorneys are created equal, but an experienced personal injury lawyer knows what has and hasn’t worked for clients in the past. This allows them to make more informed decisions when building a case. As is true in any profession, people have years of trial and error before they get a handle on what approaches are most effective. Attorneys are no exception.
Ask people you know who have been through similar circumstances what their experiences with attorneys were like. Most attorneys offer free consultations to potential clients. Take advantage of those offers to find out the attorney’s track record and to see if you feel comfortable when discussing your case with them.
Picking the right attorney might seem daunting, but it pales in comparison to the task of representing yourself in a court of law. By heeding the old adage that cautions against self-representation, you’ll be doing yourself a big favor.
This post comes courtesy of Frederick W. Penney of Penney Associates Injury Lawyers. The firm assists people across California with personal injury cases.

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- Senate OKs Energy Bill, $2B of Debt. Sanchez, Humberto // Bond Buyer;6/29/2005, Vol. 352 Issue 32164, p1
Reports on the approval of the Senate to comprehensive energy legislation that includes two provisions in taxable tax-credit bonds in the U.S. Stipulation under the comprehensive energy legislation; Creation of a House and Senate conference committee to reconcile differences between the Senate...
- Bill would divorce religion from marriage. Bajko, Matthew S. // Bay Area Reporter;2/4/2010, Vol. 40 Issue 5, p1
The article reports that gay California State Senator Mark Leno has introduced its Civil Marriage Religious Freedom Act (S.B. 906), a legislation that would divorce religion from marriage, at a conference in January 2010 in Sacramento, California.
- Senate Bill Would Allow State Electricity PABs. Sanchez, Humberto // Bond Buyer;12/13/2007, Vol. 362 Issue 32773, p4
The article reports on the introduction of a modified $21.8 billion tax package included in broad energy legislation that would allow states in the U.S. to issue tax-exempt private-activity bonds (PAB) to finance electricity transmission projects. The report notes that the new transmission...
- Energy bill signed, little impact seen on oil and gas use. // Issues in Science & Technology;Fall2005, Vol. 22 Issue 1, p21
This article reports on the signing of an energy bill that includes a broad range of energy-related activities and research and development by U.S. President George W. Bush on August 8, 2005. The new law seeks to achieve its goals of diversified energy production and conservation mainly through...
- Energy package moves ahead. McGowan, Elizabeth // Waste News;3/3/2008, Vol. 13 Issue 22, p3
The article reports that the U.S. House has decided to go forward with an $18 billion energy tax package favoring renewables and conservation. The House representatives voted 236-182 to approve the bill, but the U.S. Senate has not made a decision. The legislation is designed to repeal tax...
- Energy Package Put on Hold. Goode, Darren; Smallen, Jill; Dick, Jason // National Journal;11/17/2007, Vol. 39 Issue 46/47, p55
The article reports on the decision of U.S. congressional Democrats to abandon their tentative plans to finalize energy legislation before Thanksgiving. The leadership had anticipated that members could address issues on rising gasoline prices, vehicle fuel-efficiency standards and a...
- Governor signs Leno's HIV rapid test bill. Bajko, Matthew S. // Bay Area Reporter;1/29/2004, Vol. 34 Issue 5, p2
Reports that California Governor Arnold Schwarzenedder has signed the HIV rapid testing bill into law proposed by assemblyman Mark Leno. Provisions of law; Aim to reduce hurdles to training HIV counselors and speed development of an effective HIV test; Implementation of the bill.
- California passes gay history education bill. // Empty Closet;Aug2011, Issue 448, pA5
The article reports that the Fair, Accurate, Inclusive, and Respectful Education Act, a bill sponsored by California Senator Mark Leno which aims to promote the accurate and fair portrayal of historical contributions made by gays and lesbians, has been passed.
- State, businesses push for green energy tax credits. Hyatt, Abraham // Oregon Business Magazine;Mar2008, Vol. 31 Issue 3, p13
The article focuses on a new proposal by businesses and the state government in Oregon to further increase the green energy-related tax credits. The latest proposal is a bill widely expected to pass during the special Legislative session. It is reported that legislation will double--to $20...


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Pathways Recovery Offers Treatment For Addiction During COVID-19 Pandemic
Pathways Recovery, a Roseville, CA addiction treatment center just outside of Sacramento, will continue to provide addiction treatment during the COVID-19 crisis. There has been a noticeable increase in addiction needs since the pandemic first hit, and Pathways Recovery has taken it upon themselves to step up and provide all assistance needed where possible, even while other providers may have closed their doors. Many people are stuck at home, and this may lead to a number of them taking up new substances, returning to old ones, or simply increasing their frequency of use due to boredom and isolation. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information in a study released on September 1st, 2020, some states are seeing as much as a 50% increase in overdose deaths since the start of the pandemic. For this reason, Pathways Recovery is dedicated to helping such individuals take their lives back from their addiction.
The center offers a number of treatment programs aimed at helping people in different circumstances handle their addictions. One of their treatment programs is medical detox. This process uses medication to help those struggling with addiction safely and comfortably remove the drugs from their system. During the detox process, patients have their vitals and general well-being monitored by Pathways Recovery's licensed medical team, and they can be prescribed medication to help manage their withdrawal symptoms if necessary. The treatment center offers specific detox programs for specific drugs and, depending on what substance a patient has used, the length of time the detox takes may vary.
After detoxification, the next step is an outpatient or inpatient program. “Before departing from our facility, our team will work with every patient to ensure they have a solid aftercare plan for continuing treatment,” says Danita Sands, CEO of Pathways Recovery. “We offer an Intensive Outpatient Program or an Outpatient Program. We are willing to help guide you through your options and look forward to building the necessary skills to maintain a stable future.”
At the addiction treatment and detox center, each person is treated as a unique individual with a unique history. The treatment center’s programs are designed to cater to each patient’s unique needs. Pathways Recovery believes that an individual struggling with a drug and alcohol addiction does best in a structured environment with empathetic, compassionate and knowledgeable professionals who know how to truly connect with and guide them through the recovery process.
“Inside our drug and alcohol rehab treatment center, transformation, connection and healing becomes the focus of our team,” Danita continues. “A sense of safety, comfort and compassion — combined with a smaller, more intimate group of only six men at a time — creates a setting where each man can feel safe to open up and begin the healing process. Comfortable full-size beds with quality bedding provide restful nights. Our inviting and comfortable home is meticulously cleaned and organized. The back patio is serene and private, allowing each man a safe setting to begin emotional processing and healing that is oftentimes so desperately needed. We offer private bedrooms at a small additional cost if desired. Men in our addiction treatment center learn to support each other and form lasting bonds that continue long after their stay in our addiction treatment center.”
The addiction experts at Pathways Recovery are always available to offer support and help people beat their addictions. Their goal is to help each and every one of their patients start a new life free from addiction. In a safe, private environment, the patients at Pathways Recovery are allowed to fight off their addictions and begin the process of taking back control of their lives. Upon successfully completing the treatment process, patients become members of the Pathways Recovery family and can be sure that other members of the family will help them remain free of drugs and alcohol.
“Seven days ago, I felt very ill from alcohol withdrawal and, more importantly, disappointed in my destructive behavior,” says Trudy, a member of the Pathways family. “However, the moment I entered Pathways Recovery, I took a deep breath due to the loving greeting of the staff. Their kindness and constant medical care let me heal medically and was the beginning of my journey in working through this horrible disease of alcohol addiction. I will miss the staff. The place is like a very clean house and the food is great. I will always be grateful for being there.”
For more on addiction treatment in Sacramento, visit the treatment center’s website. Pathways Recovery’s representatives can be reached for further details as well.
For more information about Pathways Recovery, contact the company here:
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That dreaded time of year when it’s too cold outside and the dragstrips aren’t open anymore is basically here. Besides that good family time, there isn’t much to look forward to in the offseason except for possibly some winter upgrades. That was, of course, until the Outlaw Diesel Super Series made an announcement about their 2022 season.
Even though that doesn’t make the dates get here sooner, having a date in mind gives us all something to look forward to. Without further ado, here are your 2022 dates, locations, and events. Which event will you be coming to?
Round #1 – Hardway Spring Shakedown
Once again, we’ll fire off the ODSS season down in the beautiful panhandle of Florida at Emerald Coast Dragway. Previously run by Hardway Performance‘s Ryan Milliken, he can’t stay away from racing, and the diesel action continues there. Like all of the upcoming mentions in this season, the racing will include E.T, 7.70 Index, 6.70 Index, Outlaw 5.90 Index, Pro Street, Pro Mod, and Pro Dragster.
If you’re wanting to make a push for the 2022 championship for the class of your choice, you need to start out strong and make it to round number one.
April 1st-2nd-2022-Emerald Coast Dragway, 7134 Garner Landing Road, Holt, Florida, 32564
Round #2 – Rudy’s Spring Truck Jam
Typically, in years past, Rudy’s was the kick-off show. As of late, Rudy’s has become a round two site due to the weather constrictions in Florida. The scheduling forced them to make a change to ensure racing would happen. “Rudy’s” is one of the biggest events on the east coast and it typically brings in thousands of people. If you’re on the east coast, this is one you won’t want to miss.
April 29th – 30th 2022- Piedmont Dragway, 6750 Holts Store Road, Julian, North Carolina, 27283
Round #3- Firepunk Diesel‘s Outlaw Diesel Revenge
This is the second year that “ODR” has been held within the Ultimate Callout Challenge event. Last year, as a trial run, the event was held during the gauntlet challenge so fans could have nonstop action. It worked flawlessly. While you have 2,500+ horsepower pulls happening on the dyno trackside, you’ve got two four-second capable Pro Street trucks ripping down the track. This is another huge weekend you don’t want to miss.
June 3rd – 5th 2022 – Lucas Oil Raceway, 10267 US Hwy 136, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46234
Round #4 – Rocky Top Diesel Shootout
Rocky Top is and always will be one of the neatest events the ODSS has all year long. Nestled in the side of a mountain in the great state of Tennessee, Rocky Top brings a huge truck show, a pile of trucks drag racing for multiple days, a street bike stunt show, and so much more. If you’re unable to make it to the northern or southern races, maybe this centrally located event will suit you better. With the Rocky Top Diesel Shootout, you won’t be disappointed.
July 29th – 30th 2022, Crossville Dragway, 1650 Creston Road, Crossville, Tennessee, 38571
Round #5- Scheid Diesel Extravaganza
I know this sounds cliche, but the Scheid Diesel Extravaganza is a must-hit too. It takes the world’s best diesel drag racing and combines it with the world’s best truck and tractor pulling of the PPL. Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League in the dirt, and just a short walk over here is the super competitive ODSS drag racing. All housed within the walls of Wagler Motorsports Park, this is a “field party” you don’t want to miss.
August 26th – 27th 2022, Wagler Motorsports Park, 4425 W 300 S, Lyons, Indiana, 47443
Round #6- Rudy’s Fall Truck Jam – Season Finale
After five grueling rounds of racing, it all comes down to this. We will return back to Piedmont Dragway and square off one last time to decide who will take home a championship and who will come up just short. Same as the spring event, the invasion of North Carolina’s fine little track will include drag racing, dirt drags, truck shows, and more. Put it on the calendar and we’ll see you there.
October 7th – 8th 2022- Piedmont Dragway, 6750 Holts Store Road, Julian, North Carolina, 27283
For more information about the Outlaw Diesel Super Series, head on over to their website here. Which event is closest to you? Let us know in the comments below.

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