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“He wanted to be a prophet, messiah, poet, philosopher, cleansing humanity of the woes of its time in his time forever; he saw himself as the mediator of the Revelation.” (Knut Franke)
Alexander Scriabin is perhaps the “most well-known unknown” amongst the great composer-pianists of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The myth which has evolved around his person and his oeuvre is enormous: Scriabin is considered to traverse between music, philosophy and religion; a metaphysician among composers whose musical and intellectual visions looked far into the future. This includes, most notably, his speculative attempt of placing colour and sound into a synaesthetic relationship with each other. In works such as Prométhée, Scriabin created at once ecstatic and highly abstract soundscapes whose spiritual basis refers to the esoteric sphere of theosophy.
There is an impressive international performance tradition of Scriabin’s sonata oeuvre, stretching from Scriabin’s son-in-law, Vladimir Sofronitzky, alongside Samuil Feinberg, Vladimir Horowitz and Sviatoslav Richter, via John Ogdon, Michael Ponti (who recorded his complete works), Vladimir Ashkenazy and Igor Zhukov through to Bernd Glemser, Grigory Sokolov, Vladimir Stoupel and Marc-André Hamelin. Scriabin’s forays into other genres, such as his cycles of etudes, mazurkas, nocturnes and preludes as well as his free character pieces, are only rarely heard. But it is only through these works that the position of the sonatas becomes clear, and with it Scriabin’s achievement of transferring the great lines of the nineteenth century into the modern era. He increasingly combined Chopin’s tunefully polyphonic piano style, on which he based his Op. 11 Préludes, with Liszt’s pioneering pianistic liberation of past conventions concerning the treatment of the keyboard, the responsibility of the hands and the use of the pedal. As a result, Scriabin developed a style imbued with the highest pianistic elegance, rigorous transgression of manual boundaries, high definition and dramatic gesture, intimacy and ecstasy. It is fascinating to observe how he increasingly internalises his sources of inspiration – which also included the fantastical piano works of Robert Schumann, who was in many ways like-minded – until they are transformed into an entirely individual expression which, in the end, touches and transgresses the boundaries of tonality.
Ignaz Friedman’s late dictum that Chopin had opened and closed the piano, and that Debussy and Scriabin had only followed him in their treatment of the instrument, should not be taken too literally. In the same way that Bartók said of Debussy that he had restored the sense of sound to musicians, one could say of Scriabin that he had developed the piano’s unique expressive possibilities anew. He certainly opened up the piano again, and further than ever before, employing musical and pianistic means, proving an immense challenge to performers and listeners both intellectually and emotionally. The entirety of his piano oeuvre reveals Scriabin’s aesthetic and ideological balancing act between the “no more” of the Classical-Romantic tradition and the “not yet” of a mysterious, open soundworld of the future. To fulfil the Janus-faced legacy of Scriabin’s piano music is therefore one of the greatest challenges that pianists can set for themselves.
rb150.jpg; Scriabin, at a concert performance in Vilnius, 1913
rb 152.jpg: Title page of the symphonic poem Prométhée (Le Poème du feu) for orchestra, piano and clavier à lumières (1909/10)
Polonaise, Op. 21 – Igor Zhukov (DACOCD 379, 1990)
Prélude, Op. 67 No 2; Prélude, Op. 17 No 6; Poème Op. 59 No 1; Prélude Op. 59 No 2 – Igor Zhukov (DACOCD 399, 1992)
24 Préludes, Op. 11 – Igor Zhukov (DACOCD 479, 1996)
Quatre Préludes, Op. 22 – Fredrick Ullén (DACOCD 619, 2003)
Impromptus, Op. 12 – Cecile Licad (DACOCD 669, 2006)
Nocturne in D-flat major, Op. 9 No 2 – François-Joël Thiollier (DACOCD 679, 2007)
Sonata No 8, Op. 66 – Jonathan Powell (DACOCD 679, 2007)


South Korean steel maker Nexteel Co. has decided to put on hold its planned project in Thailand after the country was included in the U.S. government’s blacklist for steel and aluminum import sanctions and is instead deliberating expansion in the United States.
The company said Wednesday it decided to halt its plan following the inclusion of Thailand along with Korea in the list of 12 countries subject to potential tariffs of minimum 53 percent.
The U.S. Department of Commerce last Friday proposed heavy tariffs or quotas on steel and aluminum imports on the grounds that the imports were adversely impacting the country’s steel industry and “threatened to impair the national security” under the long-abandoned Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act.
It recommended three alternative remedies for President Donald Trump - a global tariff of at least 24 percent on all imports, a tariff of at least 53 percent on steel imports from 12 countries including South Korea and Thailand, or an import quota of up to 63 percent on all countries of their 2017 imports.
Trump has until April 11 to decide whether to give a go-ahead to sanctions.
Nexteel planned to build a 30 billion won ($27.7 million) steel plant in Houston, U.S. and a 10 billion won mill in Thailand with a goal to go operational by the year-end. If the killer duties are confirmed, the company plans to spend the budget for Thailand in the Houston project.
Founded in 1990, Nexteel specializes in the manufacturing of electric resistance welded steel pipes. Its oil country tubular goods - casing, tubing and drill pipes essential for oil and gas well drilling - are sold across the world. It owns production bases in the southeastern cities of Pohang and Gyeongju that are capable of producing 716,000 tons a year.
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The WWE on FOX Twitter Page announced today that Bray Wyatt will be appearing in a special edition of the Firefly Funhouse tonight on the premiere episode of WWE Backstage on FS1 at 11PMET. Wyatt will be showing off his personal touches that he has made to the Universal Championship since winning it from Seth Rollins last Thursday at Crown Jewel.
Tonight on the official premiere of #WWEBackstage at 11p ET on @FS1, see for the first time the personal touch @WWEBrayWyatt added to the @WWE Universal Championship when he joins us for a special ‘Firefly Funhouse’. pic.twitter.com/9IDaHqY7hY
— WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) November 5, 2019
* WWE also announced on WWE.com today that they have signed four new recruits to start training at the WWE Performance Center. They include former Impact and ROH star Scarlett Bordeaux, Evolve star Shotzi Blackheart, 22-year-old sensation from Australia “Impressive” Indi Hartwell and Evolve referee Stephon Smith.
Here’s some more info from WWE.com:
Chicago’s Elizabeth Chihaia – aka Scarlett Bordeaux – has made quite the name for herself in America and abroad. The self-proclaimed “smokeshow” has been a standout for promotions like Mexico’s AAA, Ring of Honor and Ohio Valley Wrestling.
Ashley Urbanski, known on the independent scene as Shotzi Blackheart, is renowned for her fierce, in-your-face style. Fans will recognize Urbanski from her standout performance in a No Disqualification Match at EVOLVE’s 10th Anniversary Special that aired on WWE Network. She was presented her WWE contract by NXT General Manager William Regal last month at an EVOLVE show in Atlanta, Ga.
Australia’s Samantha De Martin, also known as “Impressive” Indi Hartwell, has been just that during her time on the indies. The 22-year-old has cited Bayley and Sasha Banks’ epic battles in NXT as her inspiration in pursuing a career inside the squared circle. She’s racked up titles in her home country and for promotions like SHIMMER.
Referee Stephon Smith rounds out the group of newcomers. Smith, a Baltimore native, started out as an in-ring competitor before transitioning to donning the stripes. He’s a graduate of Ohio Valley Wrestling and most recently officiated for EVOLVE Wrestling before joining the PC.
Bordeaux is most known for her recent run in Impact Wrestling, but WWE chose not to mention that. Bourdeaux tweeted about it as well.
I never understood why people say “Diva” like it’s a bad word. And of course everybody wants to be a Superstar. Well I’m insatiable, why settle for one, when you can be both?
Still a 10, still a Smokeshow, and now…
A Super Diva. 😈
— Scarlett Bordeaux (@Lady_Scarlett13) November 5, 2019
* For at least one week, Full Sail University will be the home for even more WWE programming then just NXT. WWE announced that 205 Live will be broadcasting live from the Full Sail Arena this Friday night at 10PMET on the WWE Network. Here’s what they wrote about it on WWE.com:
This week, WWE 205 Live will emanate from the very arena where Finn Bálor made his shocking NXT return and Superstars like Samoa Joe and Shinsuke Nakamura began their WWE careers, the NXT Arena at Full Sail University! Don’t miss the top Superstars from WWE NXT and the best Cruiserweights in the world collide on the most exciting hour on television! Will a new challenger emerge for NXT Cruiserweight Champion Lio Rush, or will more Superstars step up to make their case?
WWE 205 Live will still air immediately following Friday Night SmackDown on FOX at its regular time of 10/9 C, streaming live on the award-winning WWE Network.
The main reason for this is because on Friday in Manchester, England, WWE is taping Raw and Smackdown on the same day. It will be a long night and it would be tough to add 205 Live on top of it. Plus, WWE won’t have to fly all the 205 Live wrestlers over to England for it.
Matt’s Musings: With there being rumors of NXT moving to bigger arenas next year, this is great news for Full Sail and the struggling 205 Live brand that will hopefully find a new life in front of the always hot Full Sail crowd.
NXT continuing to sign top female talent such as Scarlett Bordeaux shows that they are committed to the women’s roster for years to come.
As for Wyatt changing the Universal Title, any change to what is strongly considered one of the ugliest championships in WWE history would be welcome.

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These unique circumstances can actually put us at risk for injury as we try to keep ourselves and our kids busy.
As we all work together to stop the spread of COVID-19, we find ourselves adjusting to a new pace of life. In our efforts to practice physical distancing and to stay at home, British Columbians are spending more time indoors with families and housemates.
These unique circumstances can actually put us at risk for injury as our households are full and we try to keep ourselves and our kids busy. On average, 40% of injuries requiring hospitalization or emergency department care happen in the home. In fact, injuries are a leading cause of emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and deaths among British Columbians aged 1 to 44. Common injuries that occur in the home include falls, burns, electrocutions, poisoning, strangulation, choking, and drowning.1
We’ve put together a list of helpful tips to keep you safe. Click on the relevant article below.
- Staying at Home with Young Kids
- Sharing Space and Family Time
- Staying Physically Active
- Violence Prevention
- Managing Your Mental Health
- Looking Out for Older Adults (65+ years)
Going to the hospital for an injury is never ideal. Take steps to prevent injuries—but remember that emergency rooms are open if you need it. BC Children’s Hospital has a guide on their website in case you are not sure if you need to go to emergency, or you can talk to your family doctor or call 8-1-1.
We are all in this together.
- Parachute. Home Safety. Accessed from: https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/home-safety/

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new 1 bedroom available with private deck 2nd floor with church park views! fully furnished nice sized living room area renovated kitchen and bathroom super sunny fully furnished for short term stays you can start november 15th, december 1st or january 1st 3-4 month stays maximum stay is until april 1st all utilities included (heat, hot water, electricity) plus cable internet, basic telephone and wireless internet. close to the prudential center, south end, back bay, newbury street, copley square, the orange and green lines too. 1/2 fee for 3 month stays 2/3 fee for 4 month stays great deal for november, december or january. call me or e-mail me (preferred) to set up an appointment.
This residence is a 1 bedroom apartment unit offered for $2500 monthly. The apartment complex is located around the Back Bay-Beacon Hill section of Boston.
This listing is no longer active as of November 1st, 2013.
This unit is located in Back Bay-Beacon Hill, a neighborhood in Boston.
The average price of a 1 bed rental in Back Bay-Beacon Hill is $3,223. This unit is listed for $2,500, which makes it 22.43% cheaper than the average 1 bed in this neighborhood.
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“The increased US presence in Souda is destabilizing the Eastern Mediterranean, but it does not pose a threat to Turkey,” said Turkish National Assembly Speaker Mustafa Şentop.
Speaking to Russian news agency Sputnik, Şentop expressed concern about US policy in the region, saying Washington supported Cyprus.
“US involvement in the Eastern Mediterranean does not serve the cause of peace and stability in the region,” he said. “These US actions do not serve peace and stability in the region, nor do they serve US strategic interests.”
“Nevertheless, I do not consider the US presence in the Eastern Mediterranean a threat to Turkey’s security, given that there has been a strong alliance between Turkey and the US for almost 70 years,” he said.
The Turkish politician also commented that Washington’s activity in the region is ambiguous, with the US first calling for dialogue and then choosing to support Cyprus.
Şentop did not fail to attack French President Emmanuel Macron over highlighting that Turkey has been sending Syrian terrorists to Azerbaijan, specifically to Baku via the Turkish city of Gaziantep, to fight against Armenian forces in Artsakh.
The speaker of the Turkish National Assembly said that “there is a great distance and contradiction between what Mr. Macron wants and what he can hope to achieve in international politics. He often tries to bridge this gap with unsubstantiated allegations and self-defeating excuses. And when he fails to do that, he usually puts up with others.”
He even went so far as to accuse Paris of being involved in the transfer of Kurdistan Worker Party (PKK) “terrorists” for training Armenian soldiers.
Despite many photographs, videos and testimonies of Syrian terrorists in Azerbaijan, both Baku and Ankara continue to deny this. It was not only highlighted by Macron that Turkey is transferring Syrian terrorists to Azerbaijan, but also by Russia.


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I would like to do some tests with a magnet and a Hall effect sensor (Honeywell SS411A).
Is it possible to interface them in your opinion? I would go and pin the terminals on the white board but I do not know if we need resistances in series, etc...
I would simply like to read the voltage variation depending on the distance from the magnet
According to the data sheet the sensor is digital. It will not show voltage variation, just on and off.
I found SS49E is OK for me. How to interface it with Arduino?
V+ of the sensor to Vcc of your Arduino, V- of the sensor to ground of the Arduino and the output from the sensor to an analog input on the Arduino.
On a 5.0V Arduino and in the absence of a magnetic field (0 Gauss) the output will be 1/2 Vcc (2.5V) and will range from 1V (-1000 Gauss) to 4V (1000 Gauss).
about programming? where can I find a library? Or should I write the code?
Use the analogRead() function to read the sensor output.
Calculate the voltage.
Subtract 2.5 from the voltage (remove the offset). Divide the result by the sensor sensitivity (0.0014 nominal, see the data sheet).
It has an open collector output that is used for switching.
Normally, you would would have a positive voltage and a resistor connected to the collector of an NPN transistor, the data pin. Depending on the actual setup in the data sheet, you will get either the positive voltage (HIGH) at the resistor/collector junction, or Ground (LOW) which you easily see with a meter.
The data pin would connect to a digital input on the Arduino..
This type of Hall sensor is generally used for position sensing like measuring the RPM of a wheel.
According to the data sheet the sensor is digital.
How to configure this type of sensor on Arduino? It has digital current sinking output, so I expect to see only on/off behavior
Connect V+ to Vcc, gnd to ground and the output to a digital input set to pinMode INPUT_PULLUP. The input will read LOW in the presence of a magnetic field HIGH when not.
Since it’s a sinking output, Emitter leg must be linked to ground and Base to Digital input? Do I have to put some resistance in series?
The required resistor is a pull-up resistor because the output is open collector. That is taken care of by the internal pullup if you set the input pin pinMode to INPUT_PULLUP.

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The farm was made up of 1000 hectares, it produced cereals, oil, wine and summer fruits, and it also bred cattle. The woods were divided into 12 plots and every year one was cut down for the wood to be made into charcoal.
The livestock was made up of cows, bred and sold for meat. There were also pigs and sheep that brought in a good income by being made into sausages and salamis, and into wool, mattresses and textiles. The farm had an independent wine cellar, an oil mill, a joinery and a farm blacksmith. Oil, wine and cereals were sold to wholesalers.
Up to 1940, the farm had a staff of 10 office workers and 10 farm workers. Until about 1950, the land was let out to tenant farming but around that time it was taken back to be managed directly. Over the period 1950 – 55, the agricultural reform meant that the farm was considerably downsized bringing it to its current size.

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What's New in the Blue Book?
We called, emailed and faxed hundreds of government offices, television and radio stations, newspapers, cultural institutions and others in an effort to gather the most up-to-date information. Here is a quick overview of some of the changes by section:
The Scenic Images and Exhibits gallery features a new exhibit about Oregon's Early Rural Schools. This exhibit uses photos, artwork and memorabilia to highlight the colorful history of rural education in Oregon before World War II.
Another new exhibit shares winning essays about Oregon from a Secretary of State’s Office contest. Elementary school students answered the question: Why do you like living in Oregon? Middle school students answered the question: Where is your favorite place to visit in Oregon and why?
A final new exhibit explores the incredibly diverse Oregon landscapes by showing one scenic photo from each of the 36 counties.
The Notable Oregonians Guide has updated biographical sketches and four new entries, including Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota.
The Oregon Almanac has updated text. There are also new entries such as listings of the largest alternative energy wind, solar and geothermal projects.
The Economy essay is new and has new statistics.
The entire section includes up-to-date contact information and program descriptions. Many state agency descriptions have been rewritten to reflect major functional changes.
State agency descriptions include links to a number of new administrative histories and records retention schedules.
The Elections section has 2014 election results and new detail maps for legislative districts in the Portland area.
The Government Finance essay is new and features all new tables and graphs.
The Constitution section includes the 2014 edition.
The entire section includes up-to-date contact information and descriptions.
The City Government section now has links to related resources such as American FactFinder census data, Oregon Encyclopedia descriptions and Wikipedia descriptions.
City and county populations have been updated to recent census numbers.
The entire section includes up-to-date contact information, descriptions and Web links.
The History chronology has been expanded and revised to 2014.
The Public Education page features an all-new description that reflects sweeping organizational changes.
New boards of trustees for individual public universities are described.
Explore Oregon section
The Oregon Authors Book Guide provides updated descriptions and snippets or full electronic versions of selected books written by Oregon authors.
Oregon Topics section
All of the links and descriptions have been updated.
Blue Book generally
The new winners of the Blue Book Cover Photo Contest are featured. The images grace the front and back covers of the 2015-2016 print version of the Blue Book.
Photographers can now enter the Cover Photo Contest by email. Simply complete the fillable PDF form and attach it and your photos to an email. Postal mail entries are also accepted.
The Facebook page for the Oregon Blue Book keeps readers apprised of ongoing new and interesting Oregon trivia, events and places.

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As the sun rises over the city, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee takes over. Kansas City is home to some of the best coffee shops in the country, each with its own unique atmosphere and beautifully blended coffee.
Whether you’re looking for your caffeine fix or somewhere to get some work done, there’s a perfect brew waiting for you at one of these hidden gems. So, here are eleven incredible coffee shops in and around Kanas City.
This Kansas city coffee hub has a modern and warm atmosphere with a wide variety of delectable treats and drinks to choose from. As well as the top-notch coffee and other delicious beverages, the rooftop patio has breathtaking views, making it one of the most unique coffeehouses on this list.
📍1624 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
Cafe Corazon is not your average coffee shop! Their signature drinks and fabulous coffee have unique flavors that defines Latin American tradition. Apart from their beverages, they serve traditional tamales and empanadas that will transport you South of the border without leaving Kanas City!
📍1721 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111
Oddly Correct Coffee Bar provides one of the best roasted coffee aromas in Kansas City as it is packaged in-house. Their homemade biscuits are absolute must-tries, with their drinks and treats complementing the cozy experience here. Be sure to check out the incredible art dotted around this essential caffeination station!
📍4141 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
This Midtown gem offers an irresistibly alluring aroma of freshly brewed coffee as you enter their chic and modern café. The industrial-style seating adds a rhythmical touch as you study or catch-up with friends. There’s even ample space for utmost comfort, with both pastries and great coffee blends on offer.
📍2980 McGee Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64108
Broadway Café offers Midwestern exceptional coffee with a spacious layout and an impressive selection of pastries and baked goods. The staff are always warm, accommodating, and provide personalized service, so don’t be afraid to ask for their stellar recommendations.
📍4106 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111
For Hawaiian vibes that’ll make you feel like you’re on vacation, check out Hitides Coffee! Their drinks menu has unique and flavorful options that perfectly captures the tropical feel. We recommend checking this place out during brunch or lunch, with some fabulous options available to order.
📍519 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Vested Garment District Coffee gets you nestled in the heart of Kansas City with fantastic coffee—the Mocha has a perfect balance of sweetness and a rich, chocolaty flavor that can satisfy any coffee lover. The lovely patio area has an inviting cozy atmosphere for you to relax and enjoy their delicious pastries and burritos.
📍310 W 8th St, Kansas City, MO 64105
Second Best Coffee offers a fun atmosphere that progressively brings out the creativity in you for remote workers and coffee enthusiasts alike. Pair their unique flavors, seasonal drinks and craft coffee beverages with the Blackberry Juniper Latte with oatmilk.
It’s unmatched in quality.
📍328 W 85th St, Kansas City, MO 64114
Blip Roasters in the West Bottoms area in Kansas City is a coffee lover’s paradise. Their industrial-chic décor makes it a unique and spacious coffee shop. It is a great place to get pastries and a cup of coffee and there’s also ample seating, making it perfect for solo workers.
📍1301 Woodswether Rd, Kansas City, MO 64105
Anchor Island Coffee is a coffee-lover’s dream here in Kanas City. They offer a rotating lineup of the city’s best coffee roasters with delicious homemade vegan and vegetarian food options. It’s also dog friendly if you’d like to grab a coffee or some lunch with your little pup.
📍4101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
Thou Mayest is a haven for coffee aficionados and anyone seeking a relaxed environment to unwind. Nestled in River Quay, you’ll be greeted with a cozy and inviting atmosphere furnished with comfortable seating. The in-house baked pastries and snacks are mouth-watering, so be sure to head here when you’re feeling peckish.
📍412 Delaware St B, Kansas City, MO 64105
So why wait? From flaky pastries to some of the best cups of Joe in Kanas City, start your day off right and explore these must-visit coffee shops in and around the Heart of America. Who knows – you may find your new favorite spot for your daily caffeine fix!


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Canadian Diplomat Weighs in on Great Lakes Issues
Roy Norton is Consul General of Canada in Chicago. Wisconsin is one of three states, along with Illinois and Missouri, in his purview.
This week the Consul General is visiting communities around Wisconsin. Much of his visit involves strengthening business ties between the state and Canada.
But Monday, Norton was in Milwaukee at the UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences, discussing another key issue – invasive species plaguing the Great Lakes.
Norton shared the podium with scientist Harvey Bootsma.
He says more than 180 invasive species have impacted the Great Lakes, from the sea lamprey and alewife, to zebra mussels and round gobies. They have radically altered the ecosystem.
The U.S. and Canada are working together to control some of these invaders. The binational Great Lakes Fishery Commission was created to control sea lamprey and to carry out fisheries research and management of the Great Lakes.
Roy Norton says despite existing challenges and potential ones, such as Asian carp, progress is being made to impede the next unwelcome species.
He points to strides made in controlling ballast water. It is the water used to fill tanks around cargo holds in make a ship stable at sea.
Fednav, a major Canadian shipping company on the Great Lakes, purchased twelve new ships with state-of-the-art ballast water treatment capability.
However, Norton says the U.S. and Canada have not settled on a uniform ballast water standard to governs the entire system.
“We’ve (Canada) ratified the International Maritime Organization standard, the United States has signed it, but not ratified it. If you were to do so, we would perforce instantly have an agreed standard,” Norton adds, “in the meantime, we have a standard, there are two U.S. ones – the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. EPA and there are eight state standards and it makes management of all of this from a ballast water treatment point of view somewhat challenging.”
What did Norton think about Canada has a newly-elected government’s stand on Great Lakes issues? (Canada’s Liberal Party experienced a landslide and the triumph of Justin Trudeau as prime minister.)
“I think they’ll be highly committed to Great Lakes protection, frankly, as the previous government was. This is not a partisan issue in Canada. There was next to no debate, there might have been no debate at all during our recent federal campaign on what needs to be done in the Great Lakes. Everybody committed to the resources that are necessary, within reason, and to the highest possible standards. They’re a precious resource that needs to be protected for generations going forward,” Norton says.
He reflected on the importance of the science shared by School of Freshwater Sciences’ Harvey Bootsma.
Norton calls the data overpowering and adds, changes introduced to the Great Lakes are difficult to reverse.
“I’m not a scientist, at least that kind of science. My area of expertise is in policymaking and diplomacy. And I think there is scope for both of us to play a role in trying to improve the situation,” Norton says.


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MINNEAPOLIS — Since winning his gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics 2 weeks ago, Gopher Wrestler Gable Steveson has been pulled in a lot of directions.
"Got home, interviews, interviews, interviews. Next day, interviews, interviews, interviews," Steveson said.
But this is no sob story, because Steveson is in his glory.
"Yeah I am enjoying it, why wouldn't I," he said.
If you follow his social media, you've seen him everywhere.
The University of Minnesota football team, the Minnesota Twins, WWE SummerSlam, MMA fights, the Minnesota Vikings.
Literally everyone is fighting for a piece of him, and he has a tough decision to make – stay in school or go pro. But while some might pine over this, Steveson is pumping up his publicity.
"Just building as much as I can – anticipation for an announcement," he said. "A lot of people are waiting for it. Like, whether I do my thing back in Minnesota or go to professional wrestling or pro fighting, so I keep putting the tweets out so the anticipation grows and grows and grows."
Steveson says he'll decide his immediate path in the next few weeks. But whether he returns to school or not, he's got big plans to be, well, everywhere.
"At the end of the day, I do want to fight UFC and strap on the gloves and be the baddest man on Earth, which I believe I can be," Steveson said. "And it would also be cool to be the baddest man in the WWE."


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Meta has begun the roll out of a non-fungible token (NFT) feature on Facebook, just a week after chief executive Mark Zuckerberg had announced the plan.
Track live crypto price of 10000+ coins!
The feature will initially be open to a select group of US-based creators; similar to how the company rolled out NFTs on Instagram a month ago. Zuckerberg’s Facebook post announcing the move also said the company is looking into augmented reality NFTs and 3D NFTs using the company’s Spark AR software platform.
The news was confirmed on Wednesday by Meta product manager Navdeep Singh on Twitter. Screenshots shared by Singh show that Facebook NFTs will appear under a ‘digital collectibles’ tab on a user’s profile.
On Instagram, NFTs are backed by Ethereum and Polygon blockchains with Solana and Flow support coming soon. Facebook hasn’t announced if that will also be the case for NFTs on its platform.
The Block has reached out to Facebook for further detail.
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If you're a Game of Thrones fan, there's no denying the fact that Tyrion Lanister is one of the most enduring characters in both the books and the HBO series. Actor Peter Dinklage is to credit on the TV side of things, and now the seasoned vet is branching out to do some voice work in Bungie's Destiny MMO.
As your interactive companion, Ghost, Dinklage's voice (sans faux British accent) will be with your character wherever you go in the game. In addition to Dinklage, Bungie is also working with the iconic Sir Paul McCartney for the game's music.
This article was originally published on Massively.
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Oklahoma Grows Brings Multi-State Industry Conference, Tradeshow to Thackerville This NovemberWed, 11 Oct 2017 11:59:32 CDT
Three Oklahoma Organizations are collaborating to bring Oklahoma Grows, a multi-state green industry and professional affiliates conference and trade show, to the region on November 8th and 9th. The conference, hosted by the Oklahoma Nursery and Landscape Association, The Oklahoma Water Resources Center and The Oklahoma Turfgrass Research Foundation, will be held at the WinStar Convention Center at the WinStar World Resort and Casino in Thackerville.
The focus of the conference is on water conservation and smart usage within the green industry. The event is geared to attract nursery and greenhouse retailers, landscape contractors, city parks and recreation departments, golf course superintendents, landscape designers, grounds maintenance companies, and anyone with an interest in improving the landscape and smart water usage.
Continuing education units (CEUs) will be offered for pesticide application licensing (ODAFF 3a, 3c and 10), landscape architecture (ASLA) and arboriculture (TCIA, ISA). In addition, a series of classes specifically for golf course superintendents focusing on golf course best management practices (BMPs) will be held. Twenty-two education sessions spanning the two days of the conference will be led by experts in their fields, such as:
- Dr. Steve George, Texas A&M University
- Dr. Jim Klett, Colorado State University
- Dr. Carl Whitcomb, Oklahoma State University (retired)
- Debbie Hamrick, North Carolina Farm Bureau Federation
- Dr. Kevin Wagner, Oklahoma Water Resources Center
- Dr. Guy Sewell, The Okaí Institute at East Central University
- Dr. Mike Schnelle, Oklahoma State University
- Dr. Jason Vogel, University of Oklahoma
- and more!
80 exhibitors from across the nation will be present to share products, services and information from all areas of the industry including nursery and greenhouse wholesalers, irrigation suppliers, equipment dealers, fertilization and pest management suppliers, hardscape wholesalers, service suppliers and more.
Come a day early on Tuesday, November 7th, to enjoy the Annual ONLA Scramble Golf Tournament, a Guided Striper Fishing Tour on Lake Texoma, or a tour and dinner, featuring speaker Steve Upson, at the Noble Research Institute in Ardmore.
Wednesday, November 8th features the Green Industry Celebration, which includes an awards presentation and live auction that supports scholarships for horticulture and landscape architecture students in Oklahoma.
Highlights on Thursday, November 9th include diverse education sessions featuring use of native plants, strengthening water conservation and sessions that offer CEUs. The day ends with prize drawings and giveaways.
Hotel accommodations are available at the WinStar Casino Hotel at the special rate of $99/night. This rate ends October 24th, so be sure to reserve your room, using the link on the ONLA website before itís too late.
Pre-registration is open through October 31st at a discount. Registration will increase on November 1st and tickets will be available at the door. Complete information, including the schedule and registration can be found here.
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Protest and solidarity actions are taking place across Europe around the demands of:
- Workers, pensioners, the unemployed, students, youth and those socially excluded must not pay for the crisis - Make the super rich and bankers pay
- Solidarity with the working people of Greece and for the unity of working people across Europe
- No cutbacks, wage cuts, unemployment & increases in the retirement age
- No to privatisation of public services
- End the dictatorship of the financial markets, credit ratings institutions and IMF
- Stop the bailouts of the banks - nationalise the banks and financial institutions in the interests of working people
"Greece is the guinea pig for imposing very harsh austerity measures to achieve not only fiscal discipline imposed by the Stability Pact, but also to achieve competitiveness with "Chinese terms", ie to drop the labour costs and reduce labour and social rights. This policy is generalised in other European countries, the problem is no longer a Greek problem, but a European one. If there is not a coordinated and collective response to that, the forces of capital will gain significant strategic territory."
Speaking about the planned protest in Ireland, Joe Higgins MEP for the Socialist Party said:
"Saturday in Ireland will see a national demonstration as part of the week of action in Dublin. There is enormous anger at the savage cutbacks and attacks of the government, while bankers and speculators continue to be bailed out. This week of action highlights the potential for united action to be built across Europe. Together, thousands of workers across Europe are rejecting the dictatorship of the financial markets supported by the neo-liberal IMF, EU and right-wing governments. They are demanding that public services, workers' wages and living standards must take priority - not the profits of big business, speculators, bankers and developers."
Nikolaos Chountis explained the details of the planned protests in Greece this week:
"In Greece the mobilisations are taking place with different demonstrations and actions in all the cities across Greece. For example, on Wednesday evening, 23 June in Athens and other cities, there are going to be massive demonstrations and rallies to fight the neo-liberal reform of the social security and pension system. On Friday night, there will be a public rally in Athens with trade unionists, MPs, MEPs and representatives of the movements and civil society. On Sunday there will be major demonstrations across the country against the privatisations of public services and in particular against the privatisation of the rail network."
Miguel Portas, MEP for the Left Bloc described the actions taking place in Portugal this week:
"The Left Bloc will widely distribute 200,000 copies of a newspaper about the crisis of the sovereign debt in Greece and the answers of the Left to the Stability Programmes in the different countries, including Portugal. In our country we have answered the Second Package of Stability Measures with very concrete answers in relation to fiscal justice, reduction of military expenditure and the end of public-private partnerships. We also support public investment and collective labour agreements as a key instrument for the fight against unemployment and the support of employment with rights."
Protests and actions are taking place this week in the following European countries: Austria, Belgium, Britain, Denmark, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Sweden.

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A guitar with maximum playability and an incredible array of tones.
The Ibanez RG3570Z is a solidbody electric guitar with the famous Ibanez Super Wizard Prestige 5-piece neck for fast and effortless shredding. The guitar's 24-fret rosewood fingerboard is dressed with sharktooth inlays and has an ultraflat 16.92" radius that makes 2-hand tapping a cinch. The RG3570Z guitar's Ibanez Edge Zero bridge features the "Zero point system" and offers easy tremolo adjustment, tight tone, and good tuning stability. So dive bomb to your heart's content without fear. Ibanez includes a hardshell case with the RG3570Z guitar.
The RG3570Z is fitted with a DiMarzio Air Norton humbucker pickup in the neck position with a deep and warm tone. A DiMarzio True Velvet single-coil pickup in the middle position produces great clarity, even with full chords. And the DiMarzio Tone Zone humbucker pickup in the bridge position offers wide dynamic range and tremendous bass and low-mid response. This pickup combination provides the Ibanez RG3570Z guitar with an incredible range of sonic possibilities.
Check the drop-down menu to the right to select colors and/or other options.
- Neck Material: 5-piece maple
- Neck Type: Super Wizard Prestige
- Body: Basswood body
- Frets: Jumbo frets
- Fingerboard: 24-fret Bound Rosewood
- Inlays: Sharktooth inlay
- Bridge: Ibanez Edge Zero with the ZPS3 Spring System
- Neck Pickup: DiMarzio Air Norton Humbucker
- Middle Pickup: DiMarzio True Velvet Single-Coil
- Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio Tone Zone Humbucker
- Case: Hardshell
- Neck Dimensions:
- Scale/Length: 25.5", 648mm
- Width at Nut: 1.69", 43mm
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- Thickness 1st Fret: 0.74", 19mm
- Thickness 12th Fret: 0.82", 21mm
- Radius: 16.92"
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Effect of Edge Distance from the Slope Crest on the Response of a Laterally Loaded Pile in Sloping Ground
Kluwer Academic Publishers
Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
School of Engineering
Compared to the field tests, the numerical modelling is an economical way to analyze the response of laterally loaded piles in sloping grounds. This paper presents a three-dimensional finite element analysis to investigate the effect of edge distance from the slope crest of a laterally loaded pile embedded in the sloping ground for different slope angles and pile lengths. The results show that the pile top displacement and the bending moment in the pile decrease with an increase in the edge distance, whereas they increase as the slope angle is increased. The response of the pile in sloping ground is compared with its response in the level ground. The comparison is used to develop a simple methodology for estimating the pile top displacement and the maximum bending moment for any edge distance from the slope crest considering their values for level ground.


✅ FEATURES: Integrated automatic braking system to protect from sudden and high wind speed. Easy DIY installation methods with all materials provided. Can be used in conjunction with solar panels. MPPT Maximum power point tracking built into the wind turbine generator. Made with high quality Polypropylene and Glass Fiber material with a weather resistant seal.
In cases of self consumption of the solar energy, the payback time is calculated based on how much electricity is not purchased from the grid. For example, in Germany, with electricity prices of 0.25 €/kWh and insolation of 900 kWh/kW, one kWp will save €225 per year, and with an installation cost of 1700 €/KWp the system cost will be returned in less than seven years. However, in many cases, the patterns of generation and consumption do not coincide, and some or all of the energy is fed back into the grid. The electricity is sold, and at other times when energy is taken from the grid, electricity is bought. The relative costs and prices obtained affect the economics. In many markets, the price paid for sold PV electricity is significantly lower than the price of bought electricity, which incentivizes self consumption. Moreover, separate self consumption incentives have been used in e.g. Germany and Italy. Grid interaction regulation has also included limitations of grid feed-in in some regions in Germany with high amounts of installed PV capacity. By increasing self consumption, the grid feed-in can be limited without curtailment, which wastes electricity.
Solar heating systems are a well known second-generation technology and generally consist of solar thermal collectors, a fluid system to move the heat from the collector to its point of usage, and a reservoir or tank for heat storage and subsequent use. The systems may be used to heat domestic hot water, swimming pool water, or for space heating. The heat can also be used for industrial applications or as an energy input for other uses such as cooling equipment. In many climates, a solar heating system can provide a very high percentage (20 to 80%) of domestic hot water energy. Energy received from the sun by the earth is that of electromagnetic radiation. Light ranges of visible, infrared, ultraviolet, x-rays, and radio waves received by the earth through solar energy. The highest power of radiation comes from visible light. Solar power is complicated due to changes in seasons and from day to night. Cloud cover can also add to complications of solar energy, and not all radiation from the sun reaches earth because it is absorbed and dispersed due to clouds and gases within the earth's atmospheres.
A heat pump is a device that provides heat energy from a source of heat to a destination called a "heat sink". Heat pumps are designed to move thermal energy opposite to the direction of spontaneous heat flow by absorbing heat from a cold space and releasing it to a warmer one. A solar-assisted heat pump represents the integration of a heat pump and thermal solar panels in a single integrated system. Typically these two technologies are used separately (or only placing them in parallel) to produce hot water. In this system the solar thermal panel performs the function of the low temperature heat source and the heat produced is used to feed the heat pump's evaporator. The goal of this system is to get high COP and then produce energy in a more efficient and less expensive way.
Taken together, the generation and distribution of electric power in the United States is an astonishingly complex undertaking. Utilities may generate their own power or buy it from other utilities; that power travels over a grid of transformers and high- and low-voltage lines to your house. Ownership of utilities varies from nonprofits to cooperatives to for-profits. Federal regulators ultimately oversee the grid. Amazingly, when you flip a switch, electricity is there.
Through collaboration, smaller buyers can benefit from economies of scale, while larger buyers can continue to see cost benefits while achieving their renewable energy goals. Aggregation allows companies to procure in a mutually beneficial way with relatively little give and take. For that reason, RMI believes this marks “the beginning of a trend,” Haley said.
With that in mind it makes a great deal of sense to use a tilt-up tower for your turbine. It makes maintenance and repairs much safer (on the ground) and cheaper. Crane fees, or having turbine installers hang off the top of a tower for long periods of time, tend to get very expensive. You should also budget for repairs, they will happen. Parts may be free under warranty, your installer’s time is not.
In 2015, Ross wrote an op-ed for Time magazine about his city’s planned transition to renewables. “A town in the middle of a state that recently sported oil derricks on its license plates may not be where you’d expect to see leaders move to clean solar and wind generation,” he wrote. Lest readers get the wrong idea, he felt compelled to explain: “No, environmental zealots have not taken over City Council.”
Photovoltaics were initially solely used as a source of electricity for small and medium-sized applications, from the calculator powered by a single solar cell to remote homes powered by an off-grid rooftop PV system. Commercial concentrated solar power plants were first developed in the 1980s. The 392 MW Ivanpah installation is the largest concentrating solar power plant in the world, located in the Mojave Desert of California.


Always a highlight of the advertising year, The Festival of Media is an international celebration of excellence in media, attended by almost 250 global brands, as well as agencies, media owners, and adtech companies. With awards recognising everything from the Best Use of New Technology to Creative Use of Data, it is also the ideal setting to observe the synergy of technology and creativity first-hand. GingerMay PR attended this year's event at the Cavalieri Hotel in Rome to gain deeper insight into the topics currently impacting the industry. Measurement and verification of digital advertising was a key theme throughout the festival, with panel sessions indicating that advertisers are finally waking up to the need to implement the same safeguards in digital they have long expected in offline media. Because digital has grown without accepted standards for so long, even the most basic measurements such as impressions and CPM seem like a step-up, but advertisers should be aiming higher.


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It Is IMPORTANT To Be Aware Of Sex Offenders Living In Your Area!
- Every year there are more than 350,000 sexual related crimes are recorded.
- There are 60,000 - 70,000 sexual offense are committed against kids under the age of 18
- Roughly 550,000 convicted sex offenders were released, and are residing inside our cities, nationwide.
- The residency status of more than 100,000 convicted sex offenders, are unknown to (authorities|law enforcement officials|local law enforcement}.
- Being aware of the threats that exist in your neighborhood, is the best way to keep your family protected.
In Depth Sexual Offender Report Includes:
- Current housing location report
- Notifications when sexual offenders move into your area.
- Recent photos of sex crime predators
- Particulars of the sexual offense that was perpetrated.
- Arrest date and specifics
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For pet owners, pet loss can be extremely distressing, with a mixture of emotions, which can compare to losing a close family member, after all a dog is “a mans best friend”, and in many cases that is very true for pet owners. Having said that, many people that don’t own a pet cannot understand our loss, and the way we feel about it, but for those who have lost a beloved pet how do we deal with that loss? Every individual deals with loss in a different way, but there are things you can do to help cope with that loss, and here in this article we will discuss some of the things to help us cope with such a loss.
For many pet owners it’s not ‘just’ a dog or cat, it is a close family member you have spent many years creating a special bond with, and for some it is even a closer bond than some real family. From getting him as a puppy, and spending maybe the first year training him, to teaching him tricks, and watching him grow as well as the hours spent walking and talking with him, seeing him perform his amusing antics. Moreover, many pet owners will tell you there is a bond there that cannot be duplicated with a human, it’s really that close in many cases.
However, when the time comes that our beloved pet parts ways with us, we feel a huge loss, like a large part of our life has been ripped away from us, and there is a big hole that cannot be filled. That being said, it is not the same for everyone, but for many this is exactly how it feels, and many of us do not know how to cope, and wonder if we will ever feel the same again. It is true that nothing will ever replace our best friend, and the pain doesn’t go away, just like with a loved one, but time does ease it, and you end up with lovely memories that you can talk to others about, and maybe share stories about how mischievous he was, or even show photos if you took any.
In the meantime, wondering how we will cope can be frustrating as there is a mixture of emotions when losing a pet, like anxiety, guilt, anger, depression and even denial, but eventually you will find resolution and acceptance. Having said that, you should not try to hide your feelings and keep it bottled up, that makes it worse and it lasts longer. If, you need to cry then don’t be afraid to cry, and although friends and family members may not understand fully what you are going through, it may be more appropriate to talk with someone you know who has also lost a pet. Moreover, someone who fully understands what you are going through can be more help than others close to you who don’t quite get it.
After losing a beloved pet, it is only natural for one to feel alone, sad or even frightened for a time, this is all part of the healing process. In addition, you should try to think of all the good times you had, look through photos, or videos you took and let the tears flow if need be. For some the healing process can begin with a funeral, depending on the individual, a chance to say goodbye properly, and show your feelings openly without the threat of ridicule from those who don’t understand what you’re going through.
Some people who lose a beloved pet find some solace in creating a memorial, like planting a tree in memory of the one you lost, creating a legacy to celebrate the time you had with a best friend. Creating a scrapbook of memorable photos of your pet to share with others when the time is right can also be helpful. Additionally, you may find that in the beginning your loss may effect your daily routines, and sometimes even your health, and one shouldn’t be afraid to seek out professional help in these times, either a doctor, or mental health professional can evaluate you and maybe give you some medication to help you through the worst part, especially if you’re suffering from depression over the loss.
When dealing with the loss of a beloved pet, the stress and emotional toll it can take can seem overwhelming, and drain you of energy and emotional reserves. During this time, it is important to look after your health and believe that you will get through this. However, also remember that it just takes time, more with some people than with others. Keep in mind, that there is no set time frame that you get over something like this, as it can take weeks, months or in some cases years. Living with your beloved pet for so long, in many cases up to 15 years or more, can leave a void in your life once they are gone, and it is important to find something that can help fill that void, the time you use to spend with your pet.
While living with your pet took up a great part of your time, you need to try and fill that time with something positive, like taking up an old hobby that you let go. Moreover, it is also important to have friends, and family around to support you in your time of need, and if there isn’t anyone close that understands how you feel, visit some online forums where you can talk to others who have gone through what you are going through now. Eventually, as the healing process gets underway, you will find you will be able to visit some friends you maybe met in the park while walking your dog, and maybe consider looking at a future best friend, not one that will replace your loss, but creating a new best friend, after all you did make life wonderful for the one you recently lost, and you can do it again.


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Offshore Bank Accounts
Can I open a personal bank account in an offshore bank?
Some banks do offer personal offshore accounts, and such service can be arranged. It really depends on whether the bank will be willing to open a personal account for a particular individual. Again, the personal background of the individual will be the most important aspect.


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Indianapolis Traction Terminal: the mystery of the Freighthouse No.4 resolved
Some days ago, a friendly modeler published a link to the "Brill Magazine" on archive.org . The "Brill Magazine" was a publication of the carbuilder J.G. Brill Co. of Philadelphia, praising mainly the own products, but treating also the work of concurrents and of the entire Electric Railway industry.
On volume 9 of 1915, page 68, I found a real crown jewel: the trackplan of the Indianapolis Traction Terminal in the time of its greatest extension. It shows the mysterious Freighthouse No.4 with his through track connecting to Market Street. After the freight business had moved off this area, this track was used for the Interstate sleeper service. I serached for this plan since years!
In the next days, I will add this details to my own "Master Trackplan"


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"Coordinates: According to Chapter of Geography of History book of Song Dynasty( Chinese traditional: < 宋史》地理志）, Kangle County was first set up in A.D. 1073( Sixth year of Xi ning reign, Northern Song Dynasty ) ( Chinese traditional: 北宋熙寧六年） Kangle County ("simplified Chinese: 康乐县; "traditional Chinese: 康樂縣; "pinyin: Kānglè Xiàn; "Wade–Giles: K’ang-lo Hsien) is a "county in the "Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture, province of "Gansu of the "People's Republic of China. With ethnic minority of the "Dongxiang. In August 24, 2016, local resident: Yang, gai lan( Chinese traditional: 楊改蘭）committed suicide and killed her four children, reportedly after being denied low income support by local officials.
Sources if information: http://ca.ntdtv.com/xtr/b5/2016/09/09/a1285483.html


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Provenance: A private collection estate. Object: A gorgeous antique hand-made bronze letter opener with figural Basset hound handle. No chips no cracks, no restorations.
This item is in the category "Collectibles\Pens & Writing Instruments\Desktop Items\Letter Openers". The seller is "sansuna" and is located in this country: MT.This item can be shipped worldwide.

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Thai nationality development team GambitGhost Studio has announced confirmation of the release of the full version of the game at the same time on October 17th Including a major update that has both new features and various bug fixes. The basic details are summarized as follows.
- FARSIDERS’ FINAL SUMMARY Follow Cassie as she concludes the thrilling story of FARSIDERS. Where will Cassie’s journey end? Get ready for a journey that will create an unforgettable experience!
- The UI has more features. The game’s UI has been improved to include more features to create an experience that makes your journey more realistic and exciting.
- Save Slots In this latest update, the team received everyone’s feedback and improved the save game system by adding slots for all players to try out various in-game challenges.
- Difficulty Levels The game has adjusted the balance of various enemies to make them more difficult to defeat. Whether it’s increasing the attack rate, stamina power, and various effects that players will receive to increase the challenge.
- Localization: Thai Farsiders finally has Thai language! We have arranged to translate the game Farsiders into our native language. To make it easier to understand, just go to adjust the settings and change the language.
Finally, to welcome the release of the full version of Farsiders But we have reduced the game price by 50% on Steam from 625 baht to 312 baht from today until October 24, 2023.
Moreover, we are going to an event. Thailand Game Show 2023 on the day 20-22 October 2023 With many special activities Meet us at the booth. F10!!! Please.


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For many years, Ramadhan in the Middle East and the wider Arab world has been known for the bustling nightlife, especially with shoppers visiting the traditional souqs. These traditions have been continuing for ages despite the flourish of commercial malls and hypermarkets that offer thousands of prizes worth thousands of riyals to entice shoppers to buy anything from household appliances to daily groceries, necessary or not. The last two years of Ramadhan were spent in lockdowns that restricted traditional shopping, but it also showed the emergence of e-commerce or online shopping. While traditional shopping is back in Oman with a vengeance, e-commerce has come to stay. According to some estimates, consumers in the Middle East are expected to spend over $5 billion on online purchases, which include travel tickets and hotel bookings. As per the trends, the popular social media platforms in the Sultanate of Oman are Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and even Amazon. According to industry experts, companies that can manage to supply and deliver products in a quick time will have an advantage over the others.
Speaking to the Observer, a trader at Muttrah Souq, said, “Businesses have been encouraging this year and we are witnessing some rush in the evenings. It is not the same as it was ten years ago, but the trend is impressive as we are just recovering from the pandemic with caution.” He added, “We do face competition from malls, hypermarkets and online platforms, but there are some traditional kinds of stuff like spices, clothes and tailors that are found only in such traditional souqs.” Online platforms may not give the personal touch as the in-person interaction in stores, but they do offer the convenience of comparing the prices and reviews of various products without hesitation. “In stores and souqs, it is difficult to say ‘No’ to the merchant especially if you have been visiting them for years or know them personally. But in online shopping there is no need for hesitancy as one can abandon the shopping process or even cancel the process anytime,” said Mustafa al Balushi, a customer.
There was this fear that food commodities will be costlier due to rising costs of imports following the war in Ukraine and oil prices. But with the authorities in Oman ensuring that food prices are kept under check, shoppers are keen to make up for the slackness of the last two years. “Online shopping has been widely accepted by some young buyers but as retailers, we make changes as per emerging trends,” said a senior official of a multi-brand retail group in the Sultanate of Oman. While e-commerce sales continue to show steady growth, they too face challenges from traditional stores and souqs that try to keep up the pace.


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In 2007 a group of friends, trini and bajan got together to have a party at "Crop Over / Kadooment" time.
With the party approach of Trinidad and the evolving party scene in Barbados, the idea for a staple at the Trinidad carnival party scene with a Bajan flavour would fit the group; hence "The Breakfast Party" was born.
Held on "Crop Over" Sunday we take the young and the young at heart to the ultimate in day parties, serving up a blend of cultural food and music to fit every need.
Island Mas Inc. is a locally incorporated company created to promote, manage and organise entertainment events in Barbados.
Island Mas Inc. is made up of "trinibajan" and "bajantrini" directors merging to give a unique perspective on entertainment events.
Together we represent the synergy of Barbados Crop Over and Trinidad Carnival.
We are truly "A TrinBajan Experience"
PARTY LIKE NO OTHER !!!
Simple not Ordinary. Come and experience a fusion of two cultures in a non stop event !!!
OUR BRAND OF PARTIES ...
The Breakfast Party
Our "Flagship" event born on Crop Over Sunday (the day before Kadooment)
The concept is and will always be the melting of the two cultures; Trinidadian party atmosphere with Bajan influence to produce a unique experience in day parties.
Our motto "A Trinbajan Experience"
The Breakfast Party is held on the day before "Kadooment" each year. It is much more than Breakfast as we party all the way to lunch and beyond.
Its an all inclusive events that gives you the perfect blend of food, drinks and friends.
It should be noted that all of our endeavours will focus on capturing the spirit of Carnival and Crop Over.
Island Mas on the Ocean - IMOTO
We take to the seas for Sunset Cruise !
This event is set aboard the Jolly Roger 1, where start our crop over season with a party that rocks the ocean as the sun sets on our beautiful island.
It's our only cooler event but in true Island Mas style we always have a few surprises for you.
Come cruise the seas and celebrate like only an Island Mas family can..... PARTY DONE !!!
Set in the cool of the evening, this event brings the mystery and fun of a masquerade party with a twist that can only be found at an Island Mas event.
If you think you are up for it .....come and party with us.
Start your year with MAS ! Island Mas launches the year with our unique brand of parties.
This event welcomes the first sunlight of the year and goes on until we have truly started the year by celebrating into the afternoon.
Join Us and start your year correct !!!!!
“cRave is a hybrid of Carnival and Rave. cRave injects partygoers with an incessant, adrenaline-pumping stream of heavily influenced Soca with a hint of dance and pop style momentum.”
cRave was born out of the emerging fusion of soca music with other genres.
This party is not an annual event but when we hold it we will push the envelope in bringing this new carnival fusion style party to our shores. It's started as a pre carnival event but fits any time of the year.


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Fitzgerald welcomes €2.5m EU funding for former Lufthansa workers in Rathcoole
“The decision by the European Commission to approve €2.5m in funding from the European Globalisation Fund (EGF) to the former Lufthansa workers is a correct and timely intervention.
“This funding will provide valuable opportunities for these workers to retrain and upskill, making a real difference to their prospects and employability.
“The Government applied for support from the EGF following the dismissal of these workers from Lufhansa and two of its suppliers last year.
“This funding, if given final EU approval, will be co-financed by the Irish government, giving a total of €4.1m in the package for workers. The proposal must now go to the European Parliament and the EU Council of Ministers, where I am confident final approval will be granted.
“If the funding is approved, I will work closely with my Government colleagues to ensure that the best possible opportunities are identified to equip these workers for future employment opportunities".
Background: The European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) was set up by the EU in late 2006 to help workers find new jobs and develop new skills when they have lost their jobs as a result of:
• changing global trade patterns, e.g. when a large company shuts down or a factory is moved to outside the EU or the global financial and economic crisis
The Fund was established to provide additional support for workers and to assist them with their reintegration into the labour market. The fund’s annual ceiling is €500 million.


Andrew Gillum congratulates DeSantis on becoming next governor
Kanye West Donates $150K to Family of Killed Chicago Security Guard
UK PM May fights for survival after Brexit divorce deal triggers crisis
Someone Shot And Killed A Dolphin Off The Coast Of California
New guidelines issued for how schools handle sex assaults
Democrats seize US House in rebuke to Trump
08 November 2018, 04:36 | Glen Norman
Democrats will capture US House of Representatives Fox News projects
With results still coming in, Democrats were on track to gain control of the House, while Republicans kept their Senate majority. With some races still undecided, Democrats appeared headed to a gain of more than 30 seats, well beyond the 23 they needed to claim their first majority in the 435-member House in eight years.
SaidWhite House counselor Kellyanne Conway: "I don't know that there will be much of an appetite for Democrat lawmakers to spend all of their time, or most of their time or even a fraction of their time investigating, instigating, trying to impeach and subpoena people".
If Democrats do win the House, they are expected to launch investigations into Mr Trump's administration and business affairs, from tax returns to potential conflicts of interest, while thwarting his legislative agenda.
A simple House majority would be enough to impeach Trump if evidence surfaces that he obstructed justice or that his 2016 campaign colluded with Russian Federation. Moscow denies meddling and Trump denies any collusion.
Democratic control of the House will nearly certainly lead to an onslaught of investigations of Trump's businesses and his administration.
But she added: "A Democratic Congress will work for solutions that bring us together, because we have all had enough of division".
Despite his party losing the House, Trump wrote on Twitter, "Tremendous success tonight".
Allan, the Indianapolis truck driver, said he likes how Trump is leading the country, particularly when it comes to immigration and foreign policy.
Democrats also captured governorships in Michigan, Illinois and Kansas.
However, with a voter turnout surge and a disapproval rating for the President sitting at 55 percent, his opponents have come to the ballot box to make their voices heard.
Rep. Jim McGovern, the Massachusetts Democrat poised to chair the Rules Committee, said last month that House Democrats will seek to "restore some integrity" to Congress.
"With Democrats' leadership in the state solidified, NY can pass policies previously blocked by Republicans to expand health care coverage, address climate change, and ensure women retain the right to make their own medical decisions", Jessica Post, executive director for the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, said in a statement on Tuesday.
For the Democrats taking control of the House gives them an opportunity to be more assertive in the Congress and prevent Trump for achieving his legislative agenda.
It was a ballot packed with amendments, special questions, a governor race and house and state senate races, but now election results are beginning to trickle in.
The final weeks before the election were marked by the mailing of pipe bombs to his top political rivals, with a political fan of Trump arrested and charged, and the mass shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue in which 11 people died, sparking a debate about Trump's biting rhetoric and whether it encouraged extremists.
But also in Texas, Democratic Senate candidate Beto O'Rourke, a charismatic congressman and former punk rock singer who had raised an unprecedented $60 million in his mission to win in the Republican stronghold, fell short to arch-conservative former presidential contender Ted Cruz.
Democrats were always facing an uphill battle in the Senate this year because they were defending 26 seats, while just nine Republican seats were up for grabs.
Republicans won key races in the red states of Indiana, Tennessee, Missouri, Texas and North Dakota to allow them to grow their 52-seat Senate majority by at least two seats.
The opposite trends in the House and the Senate speak to the quirks of the political system but also the growing divide between urban, diverse, more affluent Democratic areas and largely white, rural conservative regions. In fact, the defeats of incumbent Democrats Joe Donnelly, Claire McCaskill, and Heidi Heitkamp may free the president to appoint judges with clearer pro-life credentials, such as William Pryor or Amy Coney Barrett, now that Collins and Murkowski can no longer unilaterally derail a nominee.
Senators Bernie Sanders of Vermont, a 2016 Democratic presidential contender, and Tim Kaine of Virginia, Hillary Clinton's vice presidential nominee in 2016, easily won re-election. So despite getting burned by polls in 2016, I think it's safe to say we will likely see a Democrat-controlled House of Representatives by tomorrow morning.
USA citizens will vote to select their preferred members of Congress, both for the House of Representatives and for the Senate, as well as state Governors and down-ballot positions such as local representatives and judges.
Cross Counter is the 2018 Melbourne Cup victor
Last year Regal Monarch, which fell in race four on Melbourne Cup day, was euthanased after being injured during the race. The Aidan O'Brien-trained runner broke down just after crossing the post the first time - just 1000m after the start.
"Under Trump's leadership, the Republican National Committee has raised more than a quarter billion dollars, fuelling an extraordinary ground game geared toward defying midterm history and protecting the GOP's majorities", she said.
Harvick takes Texas to clinch championship spot
Kyle Busch , a seven-time victor this year, and defending Cup champion Martin Truex Jr . are among the other six title contenders. Harvick was on the inside again for the next restart, but Blaney was able to get by him for the lead.
FA appeal against decision to clear Mourinho
Xavier alleges Mourinho said said "Vós sois uns filhos da puta" twice, which translates as "sons of a whore". Mourinho was alleged to have said something "abusive and/or insulting and/or improper" to the TV camera.
MA pols wary of new Rx opioid
Sidney Wolfe, founder and senior adviser of Public Citizen's Health Research Group, said in a statement . What makes this particular approval so interesting is that the drug has many outspoken critics.
Joshua: Usyk is a ’perfect’ fighter
But that, I think, is sometimes the right time - is to say that I'm not on the down slide, a bit like [Carl] Froch. He is a good boxer, had good movement and he can put pressure on.
New Orleans Saints negotiating with Dez Bryant
And if he does return to form, the high-octane Saints will be that much more feared in the second half of the season. Bryant visited New Orleans on Monday, working out with fellow wideouts Brandon Marshall and Kamar Aiken .
LGBT Native American Sharice Davids wins Kansas race
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's surprise victory in the June congressional primary in NY shook up Washington and the Democratic Party. There are around three million Native Americans in the United States or around one percent of the population.
7-Eleven Launching Customer Self-Checkout 11/05/2018
How can we make every 7-Eleven a breeze? Once a customer is near or in a pilot store, the option to "start scanning" will appear. The app also lists available discounts, loyalty program rewards and promotional pricing.


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Black, with a touch of orange here and there. Together with the special design of the spoiler and the tyres, this makes the BERG Black Edition a very special go-kart. This super-cool model is of course only for the most fearless boys and girls!
- Very robust frame
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In Vienna Armenian-Azerbaijani Forum supported by International Alert has finished
Azerbaijan, Baku, 27 March / Trens News corr. E.Rustamov /
The Armenian-Azerbaijani Forum titled "Security: challenges and opportunities, as well as mechanisms to establish trust" , that was taking place in Vienna between 24-27 March, came to an end. According to information provided to Trend by International Alert's representative Dessislava Roussanova the Forum defined three main areas in which confidence building initiatives and measures should be strengthened and actively implemented. According to her, these areas are: internal work within each society, work to initiate and support direct people-to-people contacts and work to implement joint initiatives between Armenians and Azerbaijanis in areas where this is possible today.
The Armenian-Azerbaijani Forum is being held under the mediation of International Alert in Vienna. Participants of the forum are Armenian and Azerbaijani leaders of civil society, experts and intellectuals from all sides in the conflict. The forum is also attended by the OSCE Minsk Group Matthew Bryza (U.S.), Bernard Fassier (France) and Yuri Merzlyakov (Russia).
As it was noted by Roussanova, the Forum also provided an opportunity for direct discussions with the international mediators that have been working on facilitating political settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. According to her, this framework for discussion marks a very important step in engaging directly civil society in the peacebuilding process. "It is a step that should be welcomed and appreciated. Many civil society leaders across the region welcome opportunities for such direct engagement and I hope that this engagement will continue in one form or another in future. Experience in successful peace processes in other places in the world, and International Alert works in other regions in the world that have been affected by conflict, show that civil society can play very important role in peacebuilding processes," - she said.
Roussanova added that International Alert, together with Armenian and Azerbaijani partners is going to work on some concrete initiatives: "The aim of these initiatives is to create a platform for dialogue where civil society leaders could discuss wide range of issues."
According to her, the next Armenian-Azerbaijani Public Peace Forum will take place in July 2009.
The conflict between the two South Caucasus countries began in 1988 when Armenia made territorial claims against Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan lost all of Nagorno-Karabakh except for Shusha and Khojali in December 1991. In 1992-93, Armenian armed forces occupied Shusha, Khojali and 7 districts surrounding Nagorno-Karabakh. Azerbaijan and Armenia signed a ceasefire in 1994. The co-chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group - Russia, France, and the U.S. - are currently holding the peace negotiations.


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Title: How to teach the critical difficulties of arithmetic; to accompany the California state series advanced arithmetic for normal students and experienced teaches
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The past week has been amazing, the warm sunny weather has brought out so many flowers I can’t photograph them all. Everything is so early this year – potatoes and rhubarb are up, artichoke heads are already on the plant, even the asparagus is shooting. (Still optimistic I’ll be alive when the bloody things are ready to crop). In the greenhouse the grape is in leaf and the first flowers are forming.
Out in the garden the winter clematis is the most astonishing mass of blooms, the dense creamy scent invigorating and almost too strong. A truly gorgeous aroma.
For contrast, some bright red pansies.
In the conservatory the pitcher plant is in bloom. These are strange flowers, with a fat pale cushion-like pad nestling between the pendulous meat-red petals. An ‘interesting’ bloom because it’s scented, as Lady Plott tactically puts it, ‘Like cat wee‘. I expect it’s pollinated by flies. The pitchers themselves are very good at catching ants.
And finally, the horsetails are sporing. Horsetails (Equisetum) are the last remnants of a once-mighty group of plants that flourished for over 100 million years and formed a major part of the coal beds. Back in the day some species formed tress 30 meters high. Now there are only 15 or so species left on the planet.
Like ferns, horsetails reproduce with spores. Here you can see the cone-like strobili that produce the spores, the green photosynthetic stems come later. They are coated in silica which makes them an excellent fine scourer for finishing wood and metal.
I keep my horsetails in a pot because once you have them, you have them. Rhizomes grow 2 or 3 meters down into the soil and are almost impossible to eradicate. This is the first year they have spored prolifically so maybe I’ll now get some. Life finds a way, so if they do I won;t mind too much. I’m rather fond of these unassuming plants, last in a line dating back a third of a billion years.

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Polk County, Missouri covers an area of approximately 635 square miles with a geographic center of 37.62993812°(N), -93.42412821°(W).
These are the far north, south, east, and west coordinates of Polk County, Missouri, comprising a rectangle that encapsulates it. Please note that not all coordinates inside this rectangle will fall inside of Polk County, Missouri, as it (most likely) doesn't fill up the entire rectangle.
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Black anarchists and antifascist organizations gathered to demonstrate in Rockford, Illinois, against what they deem a new COINTELPRO, which manifests itself in felony charges for high-profile activists and suppressing protests by criminalizing demonstration against the government.
Dozens of protesters in San Antonio took to the streets for a 2nd consecutive day as part of a port workers’ strike across Chile, demanding the government passage of a bill that would allow for individuals to withdraw 10% of their pension funds in a direct payment for a 3rd time during the COVID pandemic. Police attacked the port workers, leading to heavy clashes with barricades and a building being set on fire.
Police in Athens brutally assaulted protesters gathering for a demonstration in solidarity with Dimitris Koufontinas, a former member of 17N who entered a hunger strike to demand his transfer to the Korydallos prison for better medical care and visitors. Tear gas was deployed and arrests were made after only 15 minutes of the crowd beginning to assemble.
Demonstrators in Seattle gathered in protest of the sweep of Cal Anderson Park by police, attempting to stop the department from destroying the property of the unhoused. Police responded with brutality, causing several injuries and arresting a total of 21 people. Most of the belongings of the unhoused people of the park were seen thrown in dumpsters.


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A Pennsylvania native, Jerry Wemple writes frequently about the people and places of the Susquehanna Valley. His work includes three poetry collections: You Can See It from Here, selected by Pulitzer Prize-winner Yusef Komunyakaa for the Naomi Long Madgett Poetry Award, The Civil War in Baltimore, and most recently The Artemas Poems. He is co-editor of the anthology Common Wealth: Contemporary Poets on Pennsylvania. He is the recipient of several awards for writing and teaching including a Fellowship in Literature from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and the Word Journal chapbook prize. His poetry and creative nonfiction are included in numerous journals and anthologies. He is a Professor of English at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.
Wemple has long been intrigued by out of the way places of the Keystone State. As fellow Pennsylvania poet Julia Kasdorf noted about his first book, “This region of forests, coal mines, farms, and small towns can be as hard and silent as stone, yet … Wemple makes even its bars and bigots sing.” Wemple has lived in several locations throughout the country and traveled to more than a dozen foreign countries. He worked on a department store loading dock, served in the Navy, and was a newspaper reporter. And now he finds himself on a mid-point on the Susquehanna River, between where he was born and where he grew up.

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I’ve read a bit about A. Lunsford’s Stanford Study of Writing and I have to say I’m a bit troubled how commentators like Thompson are quick to extend her findings about the writing habits of 189 self-selecting students at Stanford University to “young people today.” Even Lunsford herself seems guilty of what might nicely be called problematic extrapolation.
To explan…. Lunsford’s claimed the principle goal of her study was to paint a picture of the writing young people are doing in the 21st century. If this was the case, why Lunsford (apart from the fact that you have a roomy office there) would you chose to study students enrolled at Stanford, hardly a normal pool of young writers?
One could break down the numbers: the average G.P.A. (3.91) and SAT scores (2265) of a “typical” Stanford student; the impressive literacy skills of the 25,000 students who bothered to apply to the university, let alone the presumably higher skills of the 2,400 who were actually accepted. Now, to this already non-standard pool of young people, remember that Lunsford only studied the habits of the students who “wanted” to participate in her research. In other words, her participants were self-selecting. Guess what types of students are likely to participate in a study which requires you to submit everything you write to a celebrated Stanford professor for analysis? The super-literate. Actually… scratch that… super-literate students who want someone, a professor no less, to read everything they type, pen, text, blog, post, and scribble. In other words, the super-literate with an ego… a group hungry for an audience. Exactly the type of students, one might imagine, who do a great deal of writing outside of class and post all sorts of things to the internet.
I have been impressed by Lunsford’s academic work and I’m sure I will enjoy the findings from her Stanford study. However, that said, extrapolating the results of study to encompass “students today” seems like back-bending at best and methodological dishonesty at worst. This is not necessarily Lunsford’s fault, but Thompson, cheering on the digital revolution in WIRED, should not be beginning sentences with the generic noun “students.” He should start sentences with “a self-selecting group of highly-literate students enrolled at Stanford”
If Lunsford wanted to study the writing habits of typical young people, she should have left stucco roofs of Stanford and driven down to the florescent-lit rooms of San Mateo High School or San Jose State University.
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I am a dog people. My Chihuahua mix is super sweet. I never doubt that my dog loves me much and vis versa.
Did you know that if your dog(s) looking in your eyes directly is the same as a human hug? Or if your dog(s) lean on you means trust. They see you calmly leave home and get very excited when you return home. There is an interesting article at Little Things summarize all the signs of your dog loving you.
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UPDATE: Body found on Chincoteague Island, identity released
5/4 UPDATE: Chincoteague Police have released the identity of the body found on Chincoteague Island on Thursday.
We’re told the individual has been identified as 42-year-old Jennifer Barnes, who had previously been reported missing on April 18th.
Officials say the cause of death has not been determined at this time. Preliminary results of the autopsy found no signs of trauma.
CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND, Va. – Police say the body of a female was found on the southern end of Chincoteague Island on Thursday.
According to the Chincoteague Police Department, the body was taken to the medical examiner’s office in Norfolk for identification and further investigation. Details are still very limited.
The Chincoteague Police Department was assisted by the Accomack County Sheriff’s Office, Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations and the Virginia State Police Search and Rescue Team.
Anyone with information that may help police is asked to call the Chincoteague Police Department at 757-336-3155.


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