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The Minister for Universities and Science, Jo Johnson, has announced the appointment of Professor Melanie Welham as interim Chief Executive of BBSRC. She will take over from Prof Jackie Hunter who is leaving BBSRC at the end of February.
BBSRC has funded five universities across the UK to provide training programmes in strategically important and vulnerable skills for bioscientists in the first round of its Strategic Training Awards for Research Skills (STARS) scheme. In total BBSRC will fund around £150,000 over three years to provide the postgraduate-level training, in areas of significant need for clearly defined academic and industrial sectors.
BBSRC has funded three new public engagement projects to produce on-farm activities that will inspire and educate people about the science behind farming and food production. The activities will be used by farmers and visiting scientists at LEAF’s Open Farm Sunday on 5 June 2016.


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Micro/nano fabrication technologies are useful to make advanced devices such as electronics, optics, sensors and medicine. This course will emphasize the sciences, theories and fundamentals of selected micro/nanofabrication technologies. For example, technologies include wet chemical etching, plasma process, RIE/deep RIE, micro/nano molding and advanced packaging. This course will also cover devices used for sensors and medicine such as pressure sensors, accelerometers/gyros, microfluidics, micro total-analysis system, neuromodulation devices, biomedical implants, etc.


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Perfect Fried Apples In 19 minutes
Fried Apples – Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; stir sugar and cinnamon into the hot butter. Melt butter in a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. We love serving these easy fried apples on top of Buttermilk Biscuits topped with Vanilla Ice Cream , Easy Whipped Cream and even an easy Salted Caramel Sauce. Sprinkle salt onto joints of meat before roasting, add a little to stews and sauces while cooking, and remember to generously salt the water when boiling pasta, rice and potatoes.
Add apples and cook, stirring often, until apples are tender and sugar is. Core the unpeeled apples, then cut into circles or slices. Cook in the butter, turning often, until soft. Perfect Fried Apples formula and approach is really a culmination of the little methods I have realized within the last 5 years. Fried Apples is definitely a week-end cooking challenge, which will be to say you will need a couple of hours to accomplish it, but after you`ve got the process down you are able to fry several group at a time for household picnics or just to possess cool areas to eat from the icebox on a whim.
Today, We are planning to teach you how to make Fried Apples DIY with simple ingredients, the same as Chinese restaurants. My Fried Apples recipe is the better on earth!
I may also show you how to make use of up leftover steamed rice and allow it to be into an appetizing, cheap, and flavorful meal for the entire family!
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Why Fried Apples?
Whether you reside by yourself or are a busy parent, locating enough time and energy to organize home-cooked dinners can seem like a difficult task. At the conclusion of a frantic day, eating dinner out or buying in may sense like the quickest, best option. But ease and prepared food can have a substantial toll in your mood and health.
Restaurants frequently serve more food than you should eat. Many restaurants function parts that are 2-3 instances bigger compared to the suggested nutritional guidelines. That encourages you to eat a lot more than you’d in the home, adversely affecting your waistline, blood force, and danger of diabetes.
When you prepare your possess foods, you have more get a handle on over the ingredients. By preparing for yourself, you are able to ensure that you and your family consume new, nutritious meals. It will help you to appear and feel healthiest, raise your energy, secure your weight and temper, and improve your sleep and resilience to stress.
You can make Fried Apples using 7 ingredients and 7 steps. Here is how you cook that.
Ingredients of Fried Apples:
- It’s 1/3 cup of flour.
- You need 2 of large Michigan red apples.
- You need 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Prepare 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- Prepare 1 tablespoon of cinnamon sugar spice I got it at KMart.
- It’s 2 tablespoons of honey.
- Prepare as needed of oil to fry in.
I have a serious emotional connection to southern fried apples. There is just something about them that takes me back to childhood Sunday mornings. Every Sunday my grandmother would make a fully loaded breakfast that consisted of butter grits, homemade biscuits, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, bacon, and yes. Simmer gently until apples are fork tender but not mushy, turning apples frequently.
Fried Apples instructions:
- Peel, core, and dice the apples. Season with salt and ground cinnamon..
- Heat oil and coat the apples with the flour..
- Fry in the oil in small batches. About 3 minutes per side if you want more color on them add a minute per side..
- Move to a paper towel to absorb excessive oils.
- Add cinnamon sugar after each batch.
- Move to a bowl after the last batch is seasoned..
- Add honey, serve I hope you enjoy!.
Remove apples from juice using a slotted spoon and place in an oven safe dish. Cinnamon, sugar and butter turn the fresh fruit into a delicious, down-home treat! Cinnamon, sugar and butter turn the fresh fruit into a delicious, down-home treat! The Best Apples for Skillet Fried Apples Golden Delicious apples are a supermarket mainstay, winning high marks for their soft flesh and honey-like flavor. This all-purpose apple holds its shape better than a traditional cooking apple, such as McIntosh or Rome, but doesn't have the structure or crispness that a Granny Smith or Pink Lady does.
It’s cheaper to eat junk food than Fried Apples
Initially view, it could seem that ingesting at a fast food cafe is less expensive than building a home-cooked meal. But that’s rarely the case. A examine from the School of Washington School of Public Wellness unveiled that folks who cook in the home generally have healthy overall food diets without higher food expenses. Another study found that frequent house chefs used about $60 monthly less on food than those that ate out more often.
I don’t learn how to make Fried Apples
- If you are discouraged by the outlook of preparing a home-cooked supper, it’s important to consider that preparing is no correct science.
- It’s frequently completely OK to omit a component or change one thing for another Fried Apples.
- Look on the web or buy a standard cookbook for quick menu ideas.
- As with such a thing, the more you cook, the better you’ll become. Even if you’re a complete amateur in the kitchen, you’ll soon master some quick, balanced meals.
What recipe must I take advantage of for Fried Apples?
Basic oils like canola, plant and peanut oil have higher smoke details, creating them suitable for burning chicken. Find out more about choosing the proper fat for frying.
What should and mustn’t be done when preparing Fried Apples
- Make certain everything is frozen in a sealable container or bag.
- Beef in particular must be correctly wrapped.
- Make bread right from freezer, anti-waste strategy urges.
- Remember that anything that has a high water material, like lettuce, will not be the same after being frozen and then defrosted.
- Make an effort to freeze everything when at their freshest. Defrost meat completely before preparing, but other items such as for instance bread for toasting could be prepared straight from the freezer.
- Never refreeze natural beef that has been icy and then thawed – you can, but, freeze cooked beef that was icy when raw.
- Make certain the fridge is not packed so full that air can not circulate.
Methods for getting started!
Focus on new, balanced ingredients. Cooking sugary treats such as for example brownies, cakes, and cookies will not help your wellbeing or your waistline. Equally, adding an excessive amount of sugar or sodium can convert a he
althier home-cooked supper in to an detrimental one. To make sure your meals are good for you in addition to being delicious, focus on healthy substances and quality with herbs as opposed to sugar or salt.
Inventory on staples. Ingredients such as for example grain, rice, essential olive oil, herbs, flour, and stock cubes are staples you’ll likely use regularly. Maintaining cups of tuna, beans, tomatoes and bags of icy greens readily available could be useful in rustling up quick dishes when you are forced for time.
Give yourself some leeway. It’s ok to burn up the rice or over-cook the veggies. After a several attempts it can get simpler, quicker, and tastier!

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Sharleen Spiteri, Johnny McEllhone (Altered Images, Hipsway) and Ally McErlaine formed Texas in Glasgow in the late 1980s, signing to Mercury and releasing their debut EP Everyday Now (an ambitious studio and live six tracker) that is now much sought after. Sharleen had been working as a hairdresser, absorbing musical influences ranging from The Clash to Prince, Diana Ross, Blondie and Marvin Gaye. A soul girl with a controlled contralto Spiteri was a natural front for the boys’ musical prowess. They were so evidently gifted that it was no surprise when the Tim Palmer-produced debut album Southside hit the #3 slot in the UK with attendant single smashes “I Don’t Want a Lover”, “Thrill Has Gone” and “Everyday Now” tweaking sales towards the Gold status of 100,000 plus.
Mothers Heaven (1991) and a cover of Al Green’s “Tired of Being Alone” were critically well received and commercially impressive. Noted for their bluesy slide guitar, box fresh rhythms and that Spiteri voice Texas seemed to be on the verge of superstardom when “So In Love With You” (a virtual homage to Al Green) decorated the third album Rick’s Road but it was White on Blonde that caused the breakout stir. Veteran producer Mike Hedges and Dave Stewart added a glossy sonic edge to the songs, enhanced them with strings and loaded the first half with a run of hits that propelled Texas into mainstream public consciousness. By midsummer of 1997 with “Black Eyed Boy” seeping out on the airwaves Texas had moved into the zone where bands transform from contenders to champions.
The Hush was no less impressive and thanks to the charged video for “Summer Son” and a breathtaking performance at Glastonbury Festival Texas ended the 20th century on a massive high.
In 2000 The Greatest Hits confirmed their popularity, turning 6xPlatinum, also hitting #1 in time for Christmas. Suddenly everything here sounded like a bona fide hit and they also found space for two new songs, “Inner Smile” and “Guitar Song.”
This is an obvious place to discover Texas. It is also available in different formats, including the Deluxe Edition bonus disc that adds some fine club mixes, including Roger Sanchez’ remix of the single “I’ll See It Through”, co-written with Guy Chambers.
Careful What You Wish For and Red Book reactivated the band before they went on a sabbatical, allowing Sharleen to release her debut solo album Melody where she explores a different strain of European style chanson with producer Bernard Butler. Two years later The Movie Songbook (2010) followed. A spectacular selection of the singer’s favourite soundtrack songs – “Xanadu”, “God Bless the Child”, “What’s New Pussycat”, “The Windmills of Your Mind”, Cat People (Putting Out Fire)” et al – this is an essential part of her own story and is well worth seeking out.
The BBC Sessions (2007) is a cool collection of radio highlights from 1989 to 2003. The most recent studio album is The Conversation, for PIAS Recordings. This includes their terrific collaboration with Richard Hawley on “Dry Your Eyes” and a Live in Scotland Deluxe edition bonus disc recorded at the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival in 2011.
And don’t overlook Texas 25 where they rework tracks from the past and include new songs with the single “Start A Family” (the video is poignant for starring Alan Rickman) premiering online in 2015.
With live shows in the offing and talk of new material this is the best time to dig a little deeper and find out where Texas come from.
Words: Max Bell
Intelligent, tuneful adult pop with terrific female vocals and bluesy slide guitar work.
Words: Steve Aldrich
Blessed with a stylish production and sharp commercial songs, White on Blonde made Texas into superstars everywhere except America -- a situation familiar to many British acts of the '80s and '90s. Like most of their peers, Texas failed to deliver in the U.S. because of bungled promotion, since singles like "Black Eyed Boy" could have easily fit onto adult alternative radio. Texas must have been aware of this, since they switched labels in America, releasing White on Blonde's sequel The Hush near-simultaneously in the U.S. and the U.K. -- a sure sign that they were aiming for the big time. As it turns out, they pulled off a minor coup with The Hush -- they build on the strengths of White on Blonde, creating a sophisticated, sexy pop album that manages to balance commercial and creative concerns, with seemingly very little effort. It won't please longtime fans, who might be pining for a return to the rock of their early records, but the album's lush blend of melody, blue-eyed soul, dance and pop is undeniably alluring. Wisely, they take their cue from Sharleen Spiteri's hushed vocals, which are sultry but never histrionic. Some could argue that the entire affair is too self-consciously mature -- after all, the majority of the album is devoted to mid-tempo pop numbers, and even the up-tempo cuts never work up much of a sweat -- but the fact remains, few bands are capable of delivering a mainstream pop record as assured and listenable as this.
Words: Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Unexpectedly, Texas became a popular sensation prior to the release of White on Blonde when Chris Evans made the soulful single "Say What You Want" the de facto theme song on his morning program on Radio 1. On the strength of his support, Texas was catapulted to previously unthinkable success, and the majority of the fans who thought the number one single was fine shouldn't have been disappointed with the full-length album. A combination of roots-rock and soul, White on Blonde occasionally has more style than substance, but Sharleen Spiteri's gorgeous vocals and the band's professionalism make the record a charming, ingratiating listen.
Words: Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Texas took a bit of time to deliver the follow-up to Hush -- an indication that the group was either aware that some fans didn't feel the record was up to snuff, or an indication that the group wasn't quite sure where to go next, a theory bolstered by the appearance of a greatest-hits album -- a traditional measure for a band biding their time. When they finally did release their sixth album, Careful What You Wish For, in the fall of 2003, times had changed: they were no longer a shoo-in for the top of the U.K. charts, nor did they have a U.S. contract. Faced with this situation, the group crafted a very safe, very mature, very British set of soulful adult pop. There are the usual concessions to hipness -- a few of the beats gleam with modernity, there is the de rigueur cameo from rappers -- but this is solidly a smooth, soulful collection of well-crafted pop that intentionally plays it safe. It's not quite as lush as Hush, which highlighted Sharleen Spiteri's sexiness, nor is it the crackerjack, stylish, modern, blue-eyed soul of White on Blonde, which remains their highwater mark. Instead, it's a straight-ahead album that plays to their strengths without exploiting them. In other words, while this is certainly enjoyable as it spins, it doesn't provide many memorable moments. Since the band consciously tried to construct an album that evokes their best work, that's not an entirely surprising result -- they're so intent on delivering a specific sound, they've neglected to spend as much time on the songs -- and it's not a bad result, either, at least on the surface. But once you dig beneath the surface, there's not as much to offer as on White on Blonde, and, for that matter, the surface doesn't glisten as seductively as on Hush, either.
Words: Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Texas is a good name for this band, whose sound is open, brooding and just a bit on the twangy side; if you can imagine a sound somewhere between the dour, minimalist bluesiness of Cowboy Junkies and the yearning, gospel-tinged bombast of early U2, you'll have a good idea what to expect. Singer Sharleen Spiteri has the perfect voice for this kind of thing: it's low-ptched and dark-hued, and is shown off to best effect when she's belting out big, cathartic numbers like the title track and "Why Believe in You." Ally McErlaine is a brilliant slide guitarist who can move from grungy, greasy rock to desolate acoustic Delta blues without missing a beat. It's true that the group still needs to digest its influences a bit -- "Dream Hotel," in particular, sounds like a U2 reject -- but most of the time, Texas does a good job of mapping out its own territory. And this is just their second album, remember.
Words: Rick Anderson
Texas' third album was released in 1993 on Mercuy Records and includes 'So Called Friend', 'You Owe It All To Me' and 'So In Love With You'.
From a certain angle, Texas could be seen as proto-Amy Winehouse. In 1997, a full seven years before Winehouse's debut Frank, Texas reinvented themselves as a blue-eyed soul group via their fourth album, White on Blonde. Buoyed by the hits "Say What You Want" and "Black Eyed Boy" -- the former sultry, the latter bouncing along like Motown -- the album was a smash throughout Europe, arguably opening the door for Winehouse and later Adele to walk through, but Texas never saw the same level of prominence, particularly in the U.S. Maybe that's why they've decided to celebrate their quarter-century anniversary by reworking a substantial chunk of their catalog with the Truth & Soul collective, who supported both Amy and Adele on various recordings. Texas 25 has eight of those reworked hits, every one now emphasizing the group's retro-soul leanings, plus four brand-new songs that suit this style. Occasionally, the group sounds a little bit older and wiser -- vocalist Sharleen Spiteri is slightly huskier than she was when the songs were first essayed -- which is an attitude that fits nicely with the stylish groove of Truth & Soul. It's a subtle difference -- there's not a world of difference between the original and remake of "Say What You Want" -- but it's enough to make Texas 25 seem like a celebration, and one that long-term fans will likely enjoy.
Words: Stephen Thomas Erlewine


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Thermoresponsive behavior of cyclodextrin inclusion complexes with weakly anionic alkyl ethoxy carboxylates†
This study investigates the temperature responsive behavior of inclusion complexes formed by weakly anionic alkyl ethoxy carboxylates and α (αCD) and β-cyclodextrins (βCD). Small-angle neutron scattering (SANS) was performed to probe the structural behaviour at the 1–100 nanometer scale of the hierarchical assemblies at different temperatures. The phase transitions and thermodynamics were systematically monitored as a function of the degree of ionization of the surfactant by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Herein, we investigate the effect of the surfactant degree of ionization on the thermoresponsive properties of the inclusion complex supramolecular assemblies. Inclusion complexes formed with the ionized surfactant spontaneously assemble into multilayered structures, which soften with increasing temperature. We also found that the presence of charges is not only required to impart order to the supramolecular assemblies, but also induced in-plane crystallization of the inclusion complexes. Finally, the use of a weakly anionic surfactant allows us to probe the interplay between the charge density and temperature on the assembly of surfactant-cyclodextrin inclusion complexes. This study helps to improve the design of multi-responsive supramolecular systems based on cyclodextrins.

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- GOP hopes taking shutdown off the table with budget deal will pay dividends
- Chinese Death Star: The moon cited as the perfect launch pad for ballistic missiles
- Help wanted: Homeland Security plagued by vacancies at the top
- We are not amused: Queen’s protection officers warned to keep ‘sticky fingers’ off the royal cashews
- Unleash the crossbows: Gov. Scott Walker creates new hunting season
- Bubonic plague kills 20 in Madagascar
- G-20 diplomats fell for hacker attack promising nude photos of former French first lady Carla Bruni
- Minnesota guardsman charged with stealing private soldier data for fake IDs
- Florida appeals court rules universities can’t regulate guns
- Vladimir Putin defends Russian conservative values
Rory McIlroy voted PGA Tour player of the year
“He has handled himself in terrific fashion,” Finchem said. “He has been very direct with the media and entertaining to the fans inside and outside the ropes. He is at a very young age already making a very solid contribution to what is the most important asset of the PGA Tour, and that is the image of its players. For that, I thank him.”
The one question McIlroy has fielded since closing out his year with a win in Dubai — giving him money titles on the PGA Tour and European Tour — is what he will do for an encore. He is about to change equipment from Titleist to Nike. McIlroy starts his season Jan. 17 in Abu Dhabi against a strong field.
“What would be a success next season compared to this one? I guess it’s just trying to become a better golfer, maybe add more variety to my game,” he said. “But you know, we’re judged on wins, ultimately. … I won my first major in ‘11, I backed it up this season with another one, and I’d love to go into ‘13 with that same goal of trying to win another major.
“I think really what was disappointing this year for me — if there was a disappointment — that I was only in contention once in the majors, and luckily I was able to win it,” he said. “But next year I’d love to be in contention in all four of them.”
McIlroy has never played at three of the four majors in the rotation next year — Merion, Muirfield or Oak Hill.
- Obama's Afghanistan experts stumped on U.S. death toll, war costs during hearing
- NAPOLITANO: A conspiracy so vast
- House pushes through two-year Ryan-Murray budget deal
- Comma on!: Twitter erupts over Obama-Castro 'marriage'
- Biden guarantees victory on immigration reform
- Obama takes 'selfie' at Mandela's funeral service
- U.S. pilot scares off Iranians with 'Top Gun'-worthy stunt: 'You really ought to go home'
- CARSON: Why did the founders give us the Second Amendment?
- VEGAS RULES: Harry Reid pushed feds to change ruling for casino's big-money foreigners
- All-out war breaks out in GOP over budget pact
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Bucharest Nord railway station is the main train station in Bucharest. The extensive majority of mainline trains originate from this station. The station has a royal touch as it was visited by two monarchs in the past: Carol I of Romania presented at setting the foundation stone on 10 September 1868 and Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria-Hungary also stoped by. For this event, a new wing of the station with “Royal Hall” was built between 1895-1896. As of now, Bucharest Nord train station has 8 platforms, 14 tracks, and serves Constanta, Craiova, Ruse, and other domestic destinations, as well as international trains to Hungary, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Republic of Moldovia, Austria, Turkey, Russia, and Belarus.
Getting Around Bucharest's Gara de Nord Railway Station
How to get to Bucharest Nord railway station?
The station is served by bus lines 105, 123, 133, 178, 182, 205, 282 and express 780 to the Henri Coandă Airport. Also, there are trolleybuses 65, 79, 86, 62, 85, 93 and 96, as well as tram lines 42,45,46 and 44. Besides, the station is connected to Gara de Nord metro station.

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Resin Your Way to 3D Printing Perfection: Unleash Your Creative Side
Introduction to 3D printing with resin: The basics of what resin printing is, how it differs from traditional 3D printing methods, and the advantages and disadvantages of using a resin printer.
Types of resin printers: Delve into the different types of resin printers available on the market, including SLA, DLP, and MSLA printers.
Choosing the right resin: Different types of resins available for 3D printing and how to choose the right one based on the project requirements.
3D modeling software: 3D modeling software available for creating 3D designs for resin printing.
Tips and tricks for resin printing: Get the best results with resin printing, including how to properly level the printer bed, how to optimize printing settings, and how to post-process prints.
Troubleshooting resin prints: Common issues that may arise during resin printing, such as failed prints, layer shifting, and print artifacts. How to troubleshoot and fix these issues.
Best practices for resin printing: This topic can cover best practices for handling and storing resin, as well as safety tips for using a resin printer. It can also cover post-processing techniques, such as sanding, polishing, and painting resin prints.
Fun projects to try: Ideas for fun projects to try with a resin printer, such as creating jewelry, figurines, and other small items. It can also provide inspiration for more advanced projects, such as cosplay props and mechanical parts.
Resources for 3D Resin Printing: A comprehensive list of directories, forums, and online communities where beginners can find resources, ask for help, and connect with other 3D printing enthusiasts.

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The animated feature ICARE by Luxembourg director Carlo Vogele, a co-production by Iris Productions with France and Belgium, was chosen by the National Oscar Selection Commission to represent the Grand Duchy at the 95th edition of the Academy Awards, in the category of the best foreign film (International Feature Film).
The National Oscar Selection Commission, made up of representatives of associations and institutions of the Luxembourg audiovisual sector*, selected ICARE because of its artistic and aesthetic qualities as well as for its narration, which, freely inspired by Greek mythology, tells the story of the fiery youngster who flies too close to the sun from Icarus' point of view.
Through his eyes, viewers discover the injustices and cruelty of men with the protagonist; this narrative choice allowed director Carlo Vogele to develop a personal reading of the myth.
ICARE is Carlo Vogele's first feature film. The screenplay was co-written by Isabelle Andrivet and Carlo Vogele.
Entered production in 2019, ICARE counts among its Luxembourg team among others the actors Sascha Ley (Pasiphaé) and Tommy Schlesser (Astérion) for the Luxembourg voices as well as André Dziezuk (original music), Michel Dimmer (image editing) and François Debatty (1st assistant director). In Luxembourg, the film was produced by Nicolas Steil and Katarzyna Ozga of the production company Iris Productions.
ICARE was presented at the 2022 edition of the Luxembourg City Film Festival and has already been selected for numerous international festivals. The film was theatrically released in Luxembourg in April 2022.
From 2008 to 2015, director Carlo Vogele worked in Hollywood and helped create films such as "Up", "Toy Story 3", "Cars 2", "Brave", "Monsters University" and "The Good Dinosaurs". Alongside his work as an animator at Pixar, Carlo has made award-winning stop motion short films at numerous festivals.
ICARE will be submitted to the Oscars Selection Committee, which will in turn designate the five foreign films selected for the Oscars ceremony, scheduled for 12 March 2023. The nominations for the “International Feature Film” category of the Academy Awards will be announced on 24 January 2023.
*The National Oscar Selection Commission this year is composed of seven people representing the audiovisual sector:
- Aude-Laurence Biver (Actors.lu)
- Nicole Dahlen, Luxembourg Cinematheque
- Guy Daleiden, Film Fund Luxembourg
- Alexandra Hoesdorff, Luxembourg Audiovisual Production Union (ULPA)
- Alexis Juncosa, Luxembourg City Film Festival
- Fred Neuen, Luxembourg Association of Animation and Immersive Experience Producers (ALPA/XR)
- Laura Schroeder, Luxembourg Association of Directors and Screenwriters (LARS)

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Section 1: Homelessness: A Critical Issue in Anaheim The Mayor’s office of Anaheim, California, has identified homelessness as one of the major challenges facing the city.
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week on November 11-18, 2023, is a national event from Harlem to Hollywood to draw attention to the problems of hunger and homelessness through education, service, fundraising, and advocacy.
Moujan Vahdat, CEO of Elmo Realty Co., one of the largest landowners in New York.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Health + Hospitals President and CEO Dr. Mitchell Katz today announced ‘Housing for Health’.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the release of “Opportunity Starts with a Home: New York City’s Plan to Prevent and End Youth Homelessness.”
The Beloved Benefit, is a community impact event that galvanizes the city of Atlanta and aims to inspire positive change through greater economic mobility.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced unprecedented investments in high-quality services and resources dedicated to helping unsheltered New Yorkers transition off the streets.
Days before the end of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal (D/WF-Manhattan), Chair of the Committee on Social Services.
Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced the City of New York has been awarded a $15 million grant as part of the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP).
State Senator Brian Kavanagh, Chair of the Senate Housing Committee, and Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal,
NYC Health + Hospitals today announced the launch of three mobile units across New York City to offer vaccines and COVID-19 tests for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness.
Today, Senator Brian Kavanagh, Chair of the Senate Committee on Housing, Construction and Community Development announced details of the Senate one-house budget resolution.
Today, Christine C. Quinn President & CEO of Win (formerly Women in Need) – the largest provider of shelter in New York City from Harlem to Hollis for homeless women and their children,
As New York City faces a worsening homelessness crisis, a new poll from Win (formerly Women in Need) and HarrisX reveals that New Yorkers strongly agree (92 percent) that more needs to be done to combat the homelessness crisis…
HPD Commissioner Maria Torres- Springer and Assemblywoman Inez Dickens joined Win in opening the new Win 118th Street permanent supportive housing residence in Harlem today.

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These protective covers are mounted in through-style Flex receivers to keep out dirt and contaminants while the bushings are not in use. They mount flush so there is no interference. Made from 5056 aluminum and supplied with mounting screw. The O-ring is made from nitrile rubber.
GripShape Finger Blanks are a fast and convenient option for creating a custom gripper design. Save machining time by starting with these gripper finger blanks and customize to match workpiece shape and application needs.


An awards ceremony hosted by a Spanish news website, El Español, and attended by several Government ministers and party leaders, has drawn widespread criticism in Spain.
Spanish government ministers, senior politicians, and high-profile industry leaders have come under fire after attending an awards ceremony in Madrid, just hours after the country declared a state of emergency.
Monday's event was hosted by the news website El Español and welcomed 80 guests to the Casino de Madrid.
Those attending included Spain's Health Minister Salvador Illa, Defence Minister Margarita Robles, Justice Minister Juan Carlos Campo, and Culture Minister José Manuel Rodríguez Uribes.
Pablo Casado, the leader of the main opposition Popular Party, was present alongside four other high-ranking party politicians, as well as Inés Arrimadas, leader of the center-right party Ciudadanos.
Other guests at the Casino de Madrid included the presidents of three regions, the State Attorney General, and the President of Real Madrid football club.
Pictures from the gala event showed some guests not wearing face masks as they waited to be served dinner.
The images drew strong criticism online, with many people accusing politicians of enjoying a social event while urging citizens to avoid socialising and non-essential activity.
Government spokesperson María Jesús Montero said the event complied with “all the protocols” imposed by the Community of Madrid but acknowledged that officials should be careful to ensure such situations “are not misinterpreted”.
“The event met with all the guarantees," María Jesús Montero stated at a press conference after Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting.
"But after seeing how the information has been reported today, it is time for an act of self-reflection by all of us who must take part in public events to limit our participation in physical events as much as possible,” she added.
"We are aware that we should be an example for the wider public and we don’t want news like this to emerge.”
The organisers of the event, El Español, also said that the gala was held "with restricted access to respect all the protection protocols against Covid-19".
"[The event] complied with all health and safety measures and each of the recommendations established by both the Community of Madrid and the Government of Spain", the news website said in a statement following the online criticism.
El Español’s director, Pedro J. Ramírez stressed, that the event was attended by 80 people, 33 percent of the venue’s capacity.
Guests were distributed in 12 tables of no more than six people in compliance with the cap imposed by the Madrid regional government, El Español stated.
Another 15 people, including bodyguards and assistants, were served in an adjacent room, which was also "adequately ventilated".
"At all times, the capacity and safety distance limitations were scrupulously respected both between people and between the different tables," said El Español.
The news website also said that guests were only allowed to remove face masks during dinner or when they went on stage.
The gala was held to celebrate El Español's fifth anniversary and the delivery of the Los Leones de El Español 2020 awards.
The website added that all attendees left the venue at 23:00, before the start of Madrid's curfew.
But on social media, the event was widely condemned by Spanish citizens who were being asked to comply with stricter Public Health guidance.
Madrid's Ministry of Health had announced on Friday that any public or private event "is limited to a maximum of six people, except in the case of cohabitants".
However, with the regulations and maximum capacity of the Casino de Madrid respected, El Español's event did not in principle break any rules.
On Sunday, the Spanish government had declared a new national state of emergency, including an overnight curfew that could remain in place for six months.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the decision to restrict free movement on the streets allowed exceptions for commuting to work, buying medicine, and caring for elderly and young family members.
On Tuesday, the health ministry reported 18,418 new infections and 267 deaths from COVID-19.


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THE amazon (AMZN) can be fined up to BRL 11.6 million after canceling purchases from users who got free products on promotion with cumulative coupons, said Guilherme Farid, chief of staff at the Procon-SP to the Money Times this Friday (28).
However, for the fine to be applied, it is necessary to prove that the company did not commit any “gross error”.
“Procon-SP notified the company and wants to understand even the number of consumers who were affected, if thousands of consumers were reached, it is difficult for the company to prove that this was a crass or gross error”, says Farid.
Amazon has until January 31 to respond to the consumer protection body.
In a statement, the company said that the promotion granted a non-cumulative discount of R$ 15 on the first purchase made on the site. However, there was a problem with the system that was quickly fixed.
“After identifying the problem, orders that had not been sent and that were in disagreement with the Terms and Conditions were canceled,” explains the company.
On social networks, several internet users reported that, with the addition of several coupons, it was possible to take a Kindle for free.
What will happen now?
According to Idec, there is a possibility for the company to prove that it was a very notorious error and not a deceptive advertisement.
In this case, customers will not be able to demand compliance with the consumer protection code and will be left without the product.
“If the value offered is similar or close to promotions and close to that already practiced by the company and competitors, it is the right of these people to demand compliance with the offer, regardless of the fault of the company”, said Idec in a note sent to the press.

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On Friday, March 23, 2013, Juan Ramirez is suspected of stabbing to death his ex-girlfriend 29-year-old Sandra Cruzes-Gonsalez.
According to the San Jose Police Department, Cruzes-Gonsalez had a restraining order against Ramirez for domestic violence that had occurred in the past over the course of their relationship. Family members on Sunday placed a table and a makeshift memorial to remember Cruzes-Gonsalez. The memorial simply reads, “We Love You”.
Assistant District Attorney Karyn Sinunu-Towery with the Santa Clara County DA’s office said, “The DA’s Office doesn’t tell victims of domestic violence, robbery, burglary or stalking how to protect themselves.” It is believed that Ramirez had been stalking the victim for the last few years after the break-up of their relationship. Sinunu-Towery said, “The DA’s Office works hard daily to protect victims by obtaining prison/jail sentences and restraining orders.”
It is believed that Ramirez has fled to Mexico. “If Ramirez is captured in Mexico we would work with the DA’s Office to bring him back for extradition. We are very successful in bringing US citizens back for trial. Ramirez is a US Citizen,” Sinunu-Towery said.
During the attack of the victim, several witnesses at the scene said they thought that Ramirez was beating the woman in the rear area of the parking lot located at 940 N. 1st Street in San Jose. Cruzes-Gonsalez was stabbed in the arms and neck and has died due to her injuries. Witnesses reported that Ramirez took off through the parking lot, jumping several fences to escape. He had apparently parked behind the area near the Union Bank located at 990 N 1st St, and ducked back behind an opening area in the fence line. He escaped to his dark green 1996 Toyota T-100 truck that was parked along North Second Street. Officers following a blood trail were able to track his movements once he fled the scene.
According to a press release by the San Jose police department, “Multiple patrol and Special Operations METRO officers responded and searched the neighborhood for several hours but did not locate the suspect.”
Photos: Santa Clara County; Amy Nilson
Los Gatos Patch: Police Search For Man, Offer Reward For Information on Homicide Suspect


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CDC Investigation Update: Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Linked To OnionsCDC investigation update: multistate salmonella outbreak linked to onions.
TAKE 3: 07/07/2020
Front Line Service: Pizzas Made In Northside Hospital LotThe Atlanta Food Truck and Taste of Italy in Woodstock teamed up to prepare 500 pizzas for front line workers at the Northside Hospital Cherokee loading dock.
Oprah Introduces Her Own Frozen Pizza With A Cauliflower CrustOprah Winfrey has decided to start tossing dough and create her own line of frozen pizzas. The new treat isn't your classic frozen slice, these pizzas come with a cauliflower-based crust.
Papa John's Is Now Selling Its Garlic Sauce By The JugStarting May 11, the Kentucky-based pizza giant is offering a limited edition one-gallon jug of their famous garlic sauce.
Study: American Kids Eat Too Much PizzaResearchers found that pizza contributes a large source of calories, saturated fat, and salt in children’s diets.
Vegan Pizza Recipe For Your Next Football PartyChef Chloe Coscarelli, former Cupcakes Wars champion, shares her delicious recipe for white wild mushroom pizza. Her new cookbook, Chloe's Vegan Italian Kitchen, is out now wherever books are sold.
Best Pizza In AtlantaGood pizza is the holy grail of Italian food. There are plenty of mediocre examples out there, but try some of the restaurants listed below for a really authentic experience.
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Best Pizza In AtlantaThe crust, the melted cheese, the sauce... pizza seems simple, doesn't it? We all know, though, there are some places that elevate this simple dish into something sublime. Our list of the best pizza places in Atlanta includes Antico Pizza, Fellini's Pizza and Cameli's Gourmet Pizza Joint.


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Last year, dating app OKCupid removed the ability for its users to view who had visited their profiles, but a developer this week revealed that visitor data had still been available via OKCupid's Visitor API. In a blog post, Zack Whipkey detailed how he was able to access detailed user information.
Personalization tools have long existed allowing marketers to custom tailor online marketing to consumers. However, business to business marketing has eluded personalization tools until Demandbase created its Real-time Identification service: a "service [that] bridges the gap between known and anonymous web visitors by identifying and segmenting the companies visiting a website, and providing detailed, targetable business attributes in real-time." Now, Demandbase is making its Real-time Identification platform available to third party developers via an the Demandbase API.
Ducksboard, a real-time data monitoring and visualization platform, will be adding new services to the widgets directory and extending existing services in a matter of weeks. The new integrations will include LinkedIn, Flurry, Realtime Google Analytics and Trello. The company is also working on a brand new interface and are planning a closed beta the first quarter of 2014. The Ducksboard platform features the Ducksboard API which allows developers to send their own data, retrieve data stored, and manipulate all objects found in Ducksboard.


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Nice.I like this,it's very original yet it doesent stray to much for the source.
Its nice,I like how the animation dosent make the music repetative.You make it seem not like its looping the same beat(how, I dont know)But its great keep up the good work! p.s. really like the style
Thanks. I'll keep that in mind.
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Poster (and) Abstracts on-line... A Virtual Poster Exhibition
pharma service provides the module psEPOSTER to efficiently upload and
exhibit posters on-line.
Using this tool, the posters of a congress may be presented in a virtual
poster exhibition. To achieve this, pharma service hosts a website where
the authors may upload their posters in various electronic formats, such as
(MS PowerPoint, Word, PDF, etc).
After uploading, a poster file (in PDF format) is then ready, visible and
printable in the virtual poster exhibition either on a standalone webpage
or incorporated into an online representation of the scientific program
using the psPLANNER (see product description).
A sample of the psEPOSTER solution has been implemented for the
EACS 2007 conference.
This webpage features an intergrated list of
abstract and poster sessions with the unique ability to perform
full text searches over abstracts and the complete poster PDF files.


Ted Leo, backed by a band of two of his Pharmacists, Chris Wilson and James Canty, along with Canty's Ideal Forms' bandmate Robert Austin, performed three interpretations of songs by Hugh Masekela, the South African trumpeter perhaps best remembered for his 1968 number one hit "Grazing in the Grass." Opening with "Mace & Grenades," the sound hit us like a shock wave, with the volume louder than anyone had expected. The drums careened off the walls and ceiling of the 120-ft. atrium, creating soul-shaking reverberations intensified by additional echos from Leo's guitar run through an Echoplex tape delay. John Schaefer of WNYC's Soundcheck and New Sounds came onstage to conduct an interview with Ted about why he chose a tribute to Masekela. (If there was ever a person whose singing voice differed from their speaking voice, it's Leo, the nasal tenor in his songs replaced with a bass tailor-made for voiceovers.) "I think it would be silly of us to try and replicate Hugh Masekela," Leo justified his decision in putting his own spin on the tunes. He then told of how he saw Masekela perform outside on the plaza at the WFC mere weeks before the attacks of September 11th. The experience coupled with his brother doing DJ sets at Windows on the World had an effect on Leo: "I started like enjoying this area of Manhattan for once," and he was visibly choked up telling the story. Leo and band followed with "Riot," the instrumental b-side to the previous song. With its cascading guitar riffs interlaced between Leo and Canty, it was probably my favorite of the evening. They finished with "If There's Anybody Out There," the most TL/Rx-sounding of the bunch. Ted Leo will be touring solo with Aimee Mann starting tomorrow at the Birchmere in Alexandria, and you can read my review of another of his downtown shows here.
I saw Antibalas open for Sharon Jones in the summer, and like many have before me, incorrectly identified them as the pit band for the musical Fela! While several of he members were instrumental in the development of the show, only three played in the orchestra. "I think it's very important for us to make that distinction whenever we can," said trumpet-player Jordan McLean, who looks like Jack Skellington wearing an Adrien Brody mask. Martin Perna, baritone sax, founded the Afrobeat band 15 years ago this December, and they've been continuing Fela's legacy and reinvigorating the genre ever since. When asked about how the pieces in an Afrobeat composition all fit together, he responded, "It's sort of like a sports team. The goalie's going to stay in the goal. He's not going to come out and score a basket." Okay, so maybe he's not the greatest at making sports analogies, but he can play the hell out of a saxophone. The group started with new tune "Gold Rush," commenting that it seemed an auspicious place to be performing a song with such a title. They followed with the ebullient "Him Belly No Go Sweet," Ticklah playing a Nord keyboard instead of his normal Farfisa organ. With a click of the drumsticks, they cruised right into the cowbell-heavy "Dirty Money," which came to its close with Amayo suggesting, "Let matriarchy take over... in a subtle way." That was the end of the broadcast (You'll be able to hear the performances on Soundcheck sometime in the near future.), but the band came out once more for a 10-minute "Rat Catcher." The crowd leapt to their feet and started a dance party in the aisles. "Let's sing together while this place is bubbling," Amayo urged, and we joined in on the call-and-response. It wasn't quite the "Filibuster XXX" I had hoped for, but I'll be damned if it wasn't fun.
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Business Unit Director
Didier graduated as a MD in 1983. He then specialized in Vascular Diseases (Paris) He worked for International and National Healthcare agencies since 1985. He joined A+A in 1993 and is now Business Unit Director for Domestic projects. Didier still spends one day per week as a consultant in Vascular Diseases in Hospital. He developed particular skills in qualitative research with special interest in communication testing and development. With 18 years of experience in Healthcare market research, Didier has worked in most therapeutic areas. He has particular expertise in Hospital markets.

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The conversation between Haji Ishtiaq and a BSP worker who was drinking near his shop, that ultimately led to the arrest, is reproduced here*:
Haji Ishtiaq: Making merry, aren't you!
BSP Worker: Ya, it's our government & we will make merry for next 15 years in the state. (two more terms)
Haji Ishtiaq: Let's see how long Mayawati and her government last
On the complaint of the BSP worker, Ishtiaq was later arrested, charged under sections meant for anti-national activities, linked with terrorists and thrown into jail. He was even charged of conspiracy to kill Mayawati.
But the issue has now snowballed into a major controversy. Nearly 50,000 attended the Mahapanchayat, which was addressed by Ajit Singh and Kokab Hameed. Maulana Masood Madani has criticised the arrest and lambasted the Muslim MLAs of BSP for betraying the community.
'Democracy has been murdered in UP', he said. Haji Ishtiyaque's arrest is just an example of the high-handedness of UP police and its zeal in linking Muslims with terrorism. Political parties and several groups have come out in support of Ishtiaq.
(*on the basis of newspaper reports and statements of Haji Ishtiaq's supporters)

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Windy City downtown skyline at dawn.
Panoramic view of this active stratovolcano looking south from Johnston Ridge. Shows Mother Nature's recovery from the devastating 1980 eruption that removed 1300' from the summit. Ninety-six miles south of Seattle, WA. Fifty miles northeast of Portland, OR.
Cascading waterfall is a hidden gem that soothes city-weary senses of sight, sound and touch. A beloved location. Ask us where.
Chicago's iconic Graham, Anderson, Probst & White landmark anchors this cityscape.
Early evening sky over U.S. Bancorp Tower (known by locals as "Big Pink"). Portland, OR. Skidmore, Owings and Merrill (SOM) with Pietro Belluschi, architects.
South garden of the Art Institute of Chicago. A favorite retreat even on a snowy day. Chicago, IL.
Evoking a series of receding hills, Compact Korean Azalea bloom in the Elizabeth Hubert Malott Japanese Garden landscape. Glencoe, IL.
Sixty-acre Theodore G. Munz S. J. Campus provides structures and athletic fields for soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, baseball, softball and cross country. In addition, the natural area surrounding the fields includes prairie, river and wetlands preserve. Glenview, IL. Behles+Behles Architects.
Nearby tree and plant nursery surrounds this unique home with natural beauty. Wadsworth, IL. Belli & Belli Architects.
Golf Digest Four Star-awarded links course offers unspoiled views of the Arizona South Mountains landscape. Phoenix, AZ.
Following a night of heavy rain and early fog, Krasberg Rose Garden's cedar arbor is filled with the scent of roses. Morning is surely the best time to visit. Glencoe, IL. Chicago Botanic.
Careful observation and good timing enabled this dramatic construction image of the New Lenox Commons Performing Arts Pavilion. New Lenox, IL. Richard W. Snyder & Assoc. architect.

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Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce "free radicals" (by-products) which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as free radical scavengers and hence prevent and repair damage done by free radicals. Oxidative damage can play a role in health problems such as heart disease, macular degeneration, diabetes and cancer. A recent study found that 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day reduces the risk of stroke by 25%.
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HAMMOND, La. (WGNO)— She’s still a junior high school kid from Louisiana.
But 13-year-old Anna Johnson and her violin are on the way to play Carnegie Hall.
WGNO Good Morning New Orleans features reporter Bill Wood is in the audience as Anna rehearses for her big moment.
Anna’s been taking violin lessons for six years.
Her conductor and coach is Jivka Duke.
Jivka is her teacher at Southeastern Louisiana University’s Community Music School.
Right here, students of all ages learn to carry a tune.
At Carnegie Hall, Anna will step on stage and into the middle of a middle-school orchestra of teenage talent.
The kids come from across America.
Anna Johnson is ready to hit her high note.
She’s been practicing from her home in Ponchatoula.
Now she travels to New York City.
And now if anybody happens to ask, she knows exactly how you get to Carnegie Hall.


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You've probably seen the viral video of the Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo wherein she reacts about the comments from her haters, now, another set of stars were set to do the same thing.
Pia Guanio, Ruby Rodriguez, Pauleen Luna and Alden Richards were the next batch of stars to answer their haters' comments.
You can't avoid having haters and bashers especially if you are popular. You cannot please everybody!
What's important is the positivity behind those controversies and issues thrown by your haters.
In this video, you can see how Alden laugh and smiled at the hates coming from the netizens. It simply shows that he and the other stars accepted that they aren't perfect because no one is.


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Hare Krishna members oppose McDonald's site
DALLAS -- Members of a Hare Krishna temple, who don't eat meat, are at odds about a proposed site of a McDonald's in their neighborhood.
Members of the temple, fighting plans for the East Dallas drive-through restaurant, argue that it would bring noise, trash, traffic and the smell of meat to their quiet neighborhood.
"We just really feel offended that McDonald's is planning to come here. A big part of our religion is vegetarianism; it's one of our main beliefs," temple member Mike Meyer told The Dallas Morning News. "It's like an in-your-face type of thing."
McDonald's officials say many others in the neighborhood are in favor of the restaurant.
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Girl's parents sentenced for child endangerment
LONGVIEW -- An East Texas man received a 15-year prison sentence Friday and his wife was sentenced to 12 years for the torture of their eldest daughter.
Jerrold Loyde Rathbun, 33, and 29-year-old Eva Grace Rathbun pleaded guilty last week to first-degree felony child endangerment. The move came as prosecutors were picking a jury for Jerrold Rathbun's trial.
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CORPUS CHRISTI -- A 5-pound bundle of cocaine washed up on an Aransas County beach Friday, the third such bundle to wash up in the same area in two months.
A couple fishing in the area found the tightly wrapped bundle near Cedar Bayou, which is between San Jose and Matagorda islands, police said. Police valued the drugs at $40,000.
In May, two San Antonio fishermen discovered five watertight bundles of cocaine weighing a combined 22 pounds and worth about $200,000 in the same area. Campers found two more bundles of cocaine on the same section of beach the same evening.
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Is Coffee Good for You?admin2020-05-12T12:32:46+02:00
Is Coffee Good for You?
Yes! But it depends on the kind of coffee and the quantity. (…) The fourth most popular beverage in the country, coffee is steeped into our culture. Just the right amount can improve our mood; too much may make us feel anxious and jittery.
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text: Taylor was born in a small town to parents who were by all accounts, normal. That all changed, however, when she chose to follow Master Yoda into the swamp. When her training was completed, she attended school at the prestigious Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. She is a makeup artist and costumer who has already worked on two films and multiple plays in her hometown of Dothan, Alabama. She enjoys tea parties and long walks in the cemetery. Her influences are drawn from Edgar Allen Poe, Stephen King and other icons in the horror industry.


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This article examines the relationship between middle school students’ experience with cyberbullying and their level of self-esteem. Previous research on traditional bullying among adolescents has found a relatively consistent link between victimization and lower self-esteem, while finding an inconsistent relationship between offending and lower self-esteem. It is therefore important to extend this body of research by determining how bullying augmented through the use of technology (such as computers and cell phones) is correlated with lower self-esteem among adolescents. The present work, based on data collected from approximately 2,000 middle-school students in one of the largest school districts in the United States, found that students who experienced cyberbullying, both as a victim and an offender, had significantly lower self-esteem than those who had little or no experience with cyberbullying.
Patchin, J. W. & Hinduja, S. (2010). Cyberbullying and Self-Esteem. Journal of School Health, 80(12), 614-621.
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Northminster folks, through their generous donations to Alternative Gifts International (AGI), helped support Eco-homes, programs to feed the hungry and house the homeless, and provide dental care in the U.S.
Throughout the rest of the world, support will be given to help child soldiers, victims of human trafficking, those needing medical care, refugees fleeing violence, books and other teaching supplies or staff, food and water and so much more!
The total donated to AGI was $1,294. Another $25 was donated to Troy People Concerned to help those in our own community.
Baby Basics Ministry of Troy
Thank you to all who supported Baby Basics through the Northminster Alternative Giving Opportunities (NAGO), as well as those who perhaps donated diapers or other items to benefit our families. We also had 4 Northminster members who donated time to buy & bundle or distribute diapers all year, and 3 members who serve on the Board.
A wonderfully generous donation made in January will enable us to soon add more babies on our waiting list!


If a career in folk music hadn't come along, Taylor Mitchell might have spent the day training horses in Ontario, not walking a sun-kissed seaside trail between gigs in Nova Scotia.
Life is unpredictable that way, and Ms. Mitchell, a rising young talent with the voice of an old soul, seemed to know it, though she was just 19.
As such, no one could have foreseen the fate that awaited the Toronto singer-songwriter along Cape Breton's Skyline Trail on Tuesday: a pair of raging coyotes, out for her blood.
Within moments, Ms. Mitchell lay dying, leaving a trail of grieving relatives, friends and fans, along with puzzled wildlife officials shocked by such a rare attack. One of the animals was shot and injured, but both were still at large.
"This wouldn't even be considered a yearly event," said Germaine LeMoine, a spokeswoman for Parks Canada, which oversees the seven-kilometre trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. "It's extremely rare in the history of the park."
Just as rare, according to those who knew her, was Ms. Mitchell's gift for imbuing songs with a wisdom beyond her years. Her debut album, For Your Consideration, was recorded with backing from an array of veteran roots-music luminaries, and had recently earned her a Canadian Folk Music Award nomination.
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"When we were in the studio she really held her own, she kept her cool and she soared to a place that we all were in awe of," said Skydiggers keyboardist Michael Johnston, who produced the album over several recording sessions in 2008. "We all would sort of whisper to one another, 'Imagine being so confident and so imaginative at such a young age,' with maybe a tiny hint of jealousy in there."
Mr. Johnston, who teaches music, met Ms. Mitchell when she approached him for vocal training at age 15. They soon began to write songs, and recently, she too began teaching at Mr. Johnston's home studio. Ms. Mitchell became, in effect, a member of Mr. Johnston's family, babysitting for him and his wife and visiting regularly.
"She was able to carry a great excitement about everything that she did, in every part of her life," which included a love of animals, particularly horses, he said.
Colin Linden, a veteran Canadian roots performer and producer who works with Nashville artists, was similarly struck after Ms. Mitchell opened for him at an intimate show Sept. 10 at a small venue in Pickering, Ont. It was their first and only meeting.
"She was really talented, she was really smart and she was a really good-hearted person," Mr. Linden said from Winnipeg. "I thought she was one of those people who was going to be a lifer, a musician for a long, long time."
A 19-year-old Toronto woman has died from her injuries, the day after being attacked by two coyotes at a national park in Cape Breton
Once a Toronto prodigy himself, Mr. Linden, 49, has mentored and produced several emerging artists since. After a post-performance chat with Ms. Mitchell, over chocolate cake and Earl Grey tea, he left feeling he would work with her again.
"I found that she had a whole lot of charisma, which is a great thing," he said. "It's something you can't teach and you can't buy."
Saskatoon-born Suzie Vinnick, a Toronto-based singer, met Ms. Mitchell three years ago through Mr. Johnston. Ms. Vinnick, 20 years her senior, was studying guitar and became fast friends with Ms. Mitchell and her mother, Emily.
"She just radiated positivity," Ms. Vinnick said, adding that she last saw Ms. Mitchell less than two weeks ago, at a roadside service station east of Toronto. Both women were en route to the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals annual conference in Ottawa.
"She was driving her new car; she had recently got her licence and was really stoked because she was heading out on tour after the conference," Ms. Vinnick said. "It's so ironic that nature would steal her away from us in this way."
Arthur McGregor, an Ottawa-based director of the Canadian Folk Music Awards, said he spoke to Ms. Mitchell's mother by phone on Tuesday at about 3 p.m. "They were very excited about the nomination and were planning on attending the awards," Mr. McGregor said.
He had earlier tried to reach Ms. Mitchell by e-mail, but "her mother said Taylor was out on the Cabot Trail and no one could get in touch with her."
At about 3:15 p.m., officials said, hikers on the trail behind Ms. Mitchell heard her cries for help, but it was too late.
"I will forever see her smile; she was so excited about life and so positive," Ms. Vinnick said, "and I'm really going to miss her."
With a report from Stuart Patterson


Clamping down on arrogant, risk-taking execs with an overconfident attempt to overhaul private sector pay structures shows that the arrogance has migrated to the Obama administration, writes David Brooks. The government is trying to micro-manage compensation packages at a wide variety of firms when pay regulation should be done, humbly, by addressing the imbalance in power between executives and shareholders, Brooks writes in the New York Times. "Over the past year, the bonfire of overconfidence has shifted to Washington."
Previous efforts at clamping down on CEO pay have backfired, and the government's proposals have already sent execs fleeing from top firms, Brooks warns. "These rules probably won’t even have a big effect on executive wealth. They’ll just drive compensation into back channels and risk-taking into unseen parts of the market." The government seems to be acting with "no awareness of the limits of its knowledge," Brooks writes. That goes for not only restructuring executive pay, but rebuilding GM, and overhauling health care, too, he concludes.


Parliament is secretly pushing the Treasury to pay over 300 former MPs a send-off package of at least Sh7 million each in defiance of the law.
The Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC) has asked the Treasury to allocate Sh2.1 billion in the supplementary budget for approval when MPs resume from recess on February 12.
Should PSC get its way, the money will be paid to former MPs who lost their seats in last year’s General Election after serving only one term.
The latest push for yet another hefty payout comes despite the Pension Department having paid the former lawmakers about Sh5.9 million each as an exit package last year. The one-off payment was yet another reflection of the growing burden of keeping top public servants comfortable in retirement.
Parliament is now arguing that the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) was wrong in stopping the Sh2.1 billion send-off pay that PSC is now demanding. It argues that MPs must get an exit pay equivalent to 31 per cent of the total pay they earned during their term in office like other State officers such as governors.
MPs have in recent years gained notoriety for arm-twisting the Treasury and the salaries commission to line their pockets with fat pay cheques and perks, making them among the best paid in the region.
The PSC, the MPs’ employer, had earlier this month sent a letter to the Pensions Department asking Treasury to calculate the additional exit package for inclusion in the supplementary budget.
However, the law does not support the proposed pay. “It has been determined that the commission should request the National Treasury for the full amount of gratuity that would accrue to all one-term members of the 11th Parliament in the forthcoming 2nd supplementary budget,” says the letter signed by PSC secretary Jeremiah Nyegenye.


Monday, October 5
It was announced today that Food Network will launch in Europe, Africa and the Middle East through a joint venture with Chello Zone, "the leading international thematic channel arm of Chellomedia" — duh.
"Food Network will launch in the UK with popular and well-known faces such as Duff Goldman, Ina Garten and Rachael Ray. Original programming on the network will include the international hit series Iron Chef America which features world-class chefs such as Mario Batali, Jamie Oliver, Bobby Flay and Masaharu Morimoto. Also included in the launch lineup will be a new series -- The Best Thing I Ever Ate -- featuring famous chefs including Danny Boome, Giada De Laurentiis, Robert Irvine and Rocco DiSpirito."
If there's one thing the people of Africa need, it's 346 recipes for different burgers. What a world we live in! ;-)
Hey, Food Network! How about getting on the TVs in American hotels? Sometimes I need to "work" from the road and you're rarely there!


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What do you know about organic gardening? Do you have some gardening techniques? If you do, do you wish to improve upon them? Is what you’re using working with your organic garden or against it? If you cannot answer these questions confidently, look at the tips below to help grow a better organic garden.
Find the crops that grow well in your local climate and the soil in your garden. If you try to force a plant that doesn’t like your weather, you’ll end up putting out a lot of work for very little result. What grows well one year will probably grow well next year too, so plant it again.
Pick your fruits and vegetables first thing in the morning. A morning harvest will ensure that your produce is holding the maximum amount of moisture. Also, if you pick in the morning, this will give you a chance to eat those items that day, when they are their peak of freshness.
If you have enough space pick one row in your garden to contain an assortment of different vegetables. Try uncommon or unusual crops that you wouldn’t want in abundance, but that can liven up a meal that you prepare using your usual crops. Plant crops in this row over time so that you’ll always have a selection of vegetables to try.
When you do gardening, make sure that you have a good pair of gardening gloves. Gardening is rough on your hands. Thorns and sharp branches can hurt your hands if they are not protected by gloves. Sometimes you cannot see what is in a bush when you stick your hand in there to prune. Wearing a pair of gardening gloves will make sure that your hands will not be injured.
If you spend a lot of time taking care of your garden, get yourself a gardening wheelbarrow. You can put all the gardening supplies that you need on the wheelbarrow and easily push it around to various parts of your garden. This will save you time from looking for various supplies every time you need to tend to your garden.
If you grow roses or rosebushes, spray them with a solution of 1/3 cup powdered milk in about a quart of water once a week or so. The powered milk solution will be sticky on the leaves and stems of your roses which will trap aphids and protect your roses.
Mulching around your plants is a great water saving tip. You can use purchased mulch, but it is easy to make your own from what you find in your yard. Use fallen leaves, pine cones, sticks, and tree bark, and lay them out heavily around your plants on the dirt so that water does not evaporate so easily after you water.
To make sure you’re getting a level edge when pruning your bushes, use a piece of rope or a line. Simply fasten the rope to two pieces at the approximate height you’d like the bush to be at. Seeing the bush along this straight line will make it easy to see if it’s level at a glance.
So you have finally decided you want to plant a garden. One of the first things you will want to do is to find out if you have good or bad soil. The only sure way you will know this is to have the soil tested. Many nurseries will test your soil for a nominal fee. Soil with poor health will produce yellow, sickly-looking plants. By having your soil tested, you will know if your soil needs nutrients added or if you need to make adjustments to the pH of the soil.
Are you more informed when it comes to organic gardening? Do you have a gardening technique or do you have a better gardening technique now? Can you now use things that work with your organic garden? Hopefully, the tips above should have given you advice on growing a better organic garden.

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This is a review of the albums that I have been listening to whilst working from home. Albums listened to for week 14 cover from 22 June to 25 June. Monday 22 June - Emo day Have I really gone all emo today? Decided to explore a wee bit of American music so picked this … Continue reading Music life in lockdown week 14
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Back for another instalment of what I have been listening to during the Covid-19 lockdown. Working from home has given me the freedom to raid my CD collection and to date I have been enjoying browsing through my collection, picking stuff out that I haven't listened to in ages and creating some themes. This is … Continue reading Music life in lockdown week 4
A not so exhaustive list of my favourite albums from 1994.


text: A model of turbulence intensity spreading with self-consistent nonlinear noise is derived systematically for the simple dynamical model of resistivity gradient driven turbulence. Local effective drive, thermal conduction damping, nonlinear coupling, and spatial scattering effects are included. As a consequence of nonlinear mode coupling processes (i.e., triad mode interactions), turbulence energy can be spatially scattered, leading to turbulence propagation and spreading. However, the range of any nonlinear mode interactions of the background with a test mode is restricted to within a few mode scale widths from the test mode rational surface. The speed of a turbulent spreading front is calculated. This front speed is effectively constant on macroscopic scales. We show that the effect of self-consistent nonlinear noise on the intensity front speed is modest, as a consequence of the ordering Δc < Lf, where Δc is the turbulence correlation length and Lf is the scale length of the front's leading edge. The implications of these results for turbulence spreading models and the important differences between self-consistent mode coupling noise and ad hoc external noise are discussed. The broader implications of these results for turbulence front propagation are identified and explained. © 2011 American Institute of Physics.


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The Lord told Moms for Liberty (M4L) Bucks County Chapter Chair Jamie Tromba “to get involved in local politics.”
When I heard her tell “Face the Culture” podcast hosts Kim Kennedy and Pastor Steve Gruen that last week it made me think of when former President George W. Bush said “God told him to invade Iraq.” Now we all know the Lord didn’t tell Bush to invade Iraq, destroy the country, and have people tortured, just like we know the He didn’t actually tell Tromba to start a group to spread dangerous misinformation, ban books, and alienate and ostracize LGBTQ kids under the flag of Christianity and so-called parental rights. Unfortunately, when religious fanatics start hearing voices in their heads, there’s rarely anything you can do to walk them back to reality.
Tromba and her M4L Bucks County Vice Chair Tricia Doebler wanted to set the record straight and “change the negative stigma” around their group, which is why they went on this tiny Christian nationalist podcast sponsored by Red State Talk Radio.
“We’re definitely in a battle of good and evil at this point,” said Tromba early in the interview.
Now to be fair, Tromba is not alone in this thinking. It is pretty mainstream for the Republican Party. For instance, fellow Bucks County M4L and sitting Central Bucks School Board member Debra Cannon said at a May 2021 meeting, “Right now as we speak there are demonic adults recruiting, brainwashing, and participating in unconscionable behaviors with children, and every one of you know it.”
She actually won an election even after saying that.
But even Republicans of greater stature like Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who many see as a frontrunner in the 2024 GOP presidential primary, will invoke imagery of a holy war the nation is facing. During stump speeches last summer, the Republican who was gifted a sword from Moms for Liberty at their last national conference would paraphrase a passage from Ephesians 6, calling out to crowds of his Republican disciples:
“You gotta be ready for battle. So put on the full armor of God. Take a stand against the left’s schemes. Stand firm with the belt of truth buckled around your waist. You will face fire from flaming arrows, but the shield of faith will protect you.”
The podcast’s co-host Pastor Steve shares the same sentiments. In the episode he said:
“And of course, the biggest fight of all is the spiritual warfare going on with the devil and he’s our adversary. He’s doing all these things. Scripture talks about that many of us wouldn’t want to fight while we’re in the fight, whether we want to be or not. Are you going to take up the sword of the Spirit using the Word of God? Are you going to stand for truth or are you not going to? Folks, we need you to stand and we need to be courageous and bold and really rejoice in the example of people who are doing the work.”
Now of course Tromba would go on to mention grooming. This tired, yet dangerous and apparently effective (within the Republican Party) homophobic trope is a mainstay at Bucks County school board meetings.
“These books and things that we’re seeing, I mean, it’s grooming. It’s nothing more than grooming,” said Tromba.
She wasn’t done. It gets worse.
“They’re now making it where pedophilia is OK. That’s what they’re doing. They’re trying to make it like pedophilia is OK,” Tromba added. “They’re inviting it into the schools. They’re with your child more than you during the day. What’s going on in that classroom? You have to be aware.”
Now these crazy accusations aren’t an attack on the LGBTQ community (yes it is). She has love for all of the children – even the LGBTQ ones – kind of, as long as they stay hidden or closeted.
“I have no hate for any child that has any kind of, you know, whatever is going on with them. Okay,” said Tromba “It’s just not, it does not belong in public schools.”
That sentiment is pretty popular within Moms for Liberty.
The entire interview, while insane, is useful to listen to because it unmasks the extremist nature not only of the local Moms for Liberty chapter, but their allies within the grassroots of the Bucks County Republican Party. They are on a crusade to transform public schools into Christian nationalist indoctrination camps. It’s why they are trying to ban books. It is why they are targeting curriculum. It’s why they are creating a climate of fear for teachers and librarians. And it why they are recruiting, training, endorsing, and campaigning for far-right school board candidates.
This is a very dangerous societal threat we are facing and people need to educate themselves, organize door-to-door and face-to-face, mobilize, and vote – and pony up some money as well if you can spare it.
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Professional Engineers Ontario appoints Johnny Zuccon as Registrar
TORONTO, Feb. 07, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — President David Brown, P.Eng., BDS, C.E.T., IntPE, MCSCE and the Council of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) are pleased to announce the selection of Johnny Zuccon, MASc, P.Eng., FEC, as the association’s new registrar. Mr. Zuccon has been serving as interim registrar since February 2018.
As registrar, Mr. Zuccon will be responsible for PEO’s administration of the Professional Engineers Act. Under the authority of the act, PEO licenses professional engineers, and sets standards for and regulates engineering in Ontario so that the public interest is served and protected.
Mr. Zuccon has a 23-year tenure with the association, including 15 years as a member of the senior management team. His regulatory experience includes deputy registrar, tribunals and regulatory affairs, deputy registrar, standards and regulations, director of professional affairs, and manager, external relations.
“As interim registrar, Johnny demonstrated sound leadership, communication, relationship management, accountability and decisiveness. We trust the transition will be seamless. At the same time, we trust that Johnny will be able to champion change and renewal initiatives, addressing processes, systems and culture at all levels of the organization,” said Mr. Brown.
Mr. Zuccon holds a master of applied science, mechanical engineering and bachelor of applied science, mechanical engineering from the University of Toronto. He has been licensed to practise professional engineering in Ontario since 1986.
About Professional Engineers Ontario
Under the authority of the Professional Engineers Act, PEO governs over 87,500 licence and certificate holders and regulates professional engineering in Ontario. PEO’s mission is to regulate and advance the practice of engineering to protect the public interest. Its vision is to be the trusted leader in professional self-regulation. Professional engineering safeguards life, health, property, economic interests, the public welfare and the environment. Professional engineers can be identified by the P.Eng. after their names. Holders of limited licences can be identified by LEL or LET after their names.
For additional information, please contact:
Duff McCutcheon, Manager, Communications
Tel: 416-840-1068; 800-339-3716, ext.1068
Email: [email protected]


Here’s the song called ‘Hennessey’s Medley’ by Arcady. In this song, we noticed lots of different instruments. It’s a traditional Irish song with a strong beat. To show a strong beat, we clapped, to show a weak beat, we tapped it out on our legs. We compared this song to a relaxing song with a weak beat, the results were very interesting.
We also learned a song called ‘Hallelujah’ by Leonard Cohen, which featured in the movie, Shrek.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGbkuP2KZM0- Hennessey’s Medley by Arcady
Keep up the great work rang a trí.


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Community meeting to discuss safe places for Milton teens social gatherings to be held Aug. 28th
Milton Select Board’s Youth Task Force is holding a community meeting about expanded opportunities and safe places for social gatherings of teenagers aged 11-18.
Monday, August 28th, 7:00 p.m.
77 Edge Hill Rd. Milton
Invitation from Youth Task Force Chair:
Dear Community Leaders, Parents, and Members of Our Community,
We are excited to invite you to an essential community gathering that aims to shape the future of our youth positively.
Meeting Purpose: The Milton Youth Task Force is convening a special meeting to seek your valuable ideas and insights concerning expanded opportunities and safe places for social gatherings of teenagers aged 11-18. We believe that out-of-school programming plays a vital role in our teenagers’ personal growth, skill development, and social interaction. As community leaders, parents, and members, your perspectives are invaluable in charting a path towards a vibrant and nurturing environment for our youth.
Who We Want to Hear From: We extend a warm welcome to parents, representatives from athletic organizations, fine arts and performing centers, area community institutions, and places of faith to join us and share your creative ideas. Together, we can explore innovative ways to enhance existing offerings and develop new programs to meet the needs and interests of our diverse youth population.
How to Participate: Bring your innovative ideas and suggestions for enriching out-of-school programs for teenagers or if your organization can contribute to providing safe social spaces for our youth, we encourage you to participate in this meeting.
If you have any questions regarding the meeting, please contact Rachel Pozzar, Youth Task Force Chair, at [email protected].
We firmly believe that collaborative efforts between community leaders, parents, and our community members are instrumental in empowering our youth. Your presence and active engagement in this meeting can truly make a difference.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We look forward to seeing you at the Milton Youth Task Force meeting and working together to create a brighter future for our teenagers.


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29th December 2011 - Provocative Playboy chair makes positive PR impression
One of the most valuable skills that any public relations practitioner can have is the ability to spot the positive PR potential in virtually any unfavourable situation.
So you can imagine how impressed we were by a Sussex printing business, which has just turned a police complaint about a pair of £95 vintage chairs on display in the company’s shop window into an attention-grabbing national media story.
Lucy Wilkes, who runs The Print Room in Lewes, knew she would raise a few eyebrows when she adorned her window display with the saucy seats, which were decorated with cuttings from the iconic gentlemen’s magazine Playboy and included a number of images of nude women.
But she was unaware of the extent of controversy her display would bring until the police called round to the store to politely ask her to remove the chairs from view, following a complaint from a member of the public.
Mrs Wilkes duly complied, removed the offending items to the back of the store and draped them with a sign warning people that the furniture had been deemed inappropriate for public view.
But instead leaving it at that, the PR-savvy people at The Print Room realised that the incident had the makings of something that would attract the attention of local journalists.
And their convictions were more than fully justified, with not only local but also national newspapers jumping in to cover their story.
Now it doesn’t require the keenest of PR minds to realise that those erotic chairs are set to become a pretty hot seller on the back of such widespread publicity.
But what is even more significant for The Print Room is how the story has put the company’s name at the forefront of the minds of anyone that has need for printing services in the Lewes area.
Which will yet again also go to show that sex nearly always sells – even if it is just selling something as mundane as printing business cards or A4 letterheads.
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In my last column on Gene Wolfe, I wrote that the sheer number of his publications can make choosing an entry point difficult, but that his masterpiece, The Book of the New Sun, was perhaps the best way for readers to make his acquaintance. Unfortunately, for many readers The Book of the New Sun’s reputation for quality is matched only by its alleged difficulty and inaccessibility.
I think that it’s difficult in only the most enjoyable ways, and far more accessible than commonly admitted, but for those who remain wary, I offer seven brief pieces of advice for reading The Book of the New Sun.
Set aside the dictionary
Reading with a dictionary on hand is among the healthiest habits a reader can develop, but it’s a terrible idea for The Book of the New Sun. It’s not that Wolfe strews neologisms over the page—every word in the book appears ...

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