Rizzini RG EL 28 bore reviewed by Shooting Gazette
Good things come in small packages but it's important to ensure that they fit the bill, as Alex Flint discovers
Rizzni RB EL 28 bore
Overall Rating: 86%
Pros: Well designed and manufactured
Price as reviewed: £4,982
Cons: The lack of weight can be a bit of a shock
There is always plenty of noise around finding the right bore size for your sporting shotgun, with a seemingly inexorable trend towards smaller and smaller guns for those who wish to be considered ‘serious’ shots. Indeed, I am guilty of adding to this cacophony; more than once on these pages I have extolled the virtues of a small bore gun in the field. In fact, I described the 16 bore version of the Rizzini Artemis I tested as ‘simply superb’ to shoot and still rank it amongst the very finest of all the guns I have tested.
However, a common factor has bound together the majority of the small bore guns I have tested for Shooting Gazette, namely they might all have been considered guns better suited to those experienced shots looking for a greater challenge.
Don’t be influenced by fashion
Though these ‘serious’ small bore guns might have been lighter than a standard 12 bore, one might be hard pressed to actually describe them as light and all came with the long barrels demanded of most modern game shooters.
Whilst it is clear small bore guns do provide an element of extra challenge and generally do have quite wonderful handling characteristics, this month’s test gun proves how important it is not to be sucked in by fashion when buying a sporting shotgun.
Were one buying a shotgun on pure form and aesthetics alone, it would be quite understandable for anyone with a functioning set of eyes and beating heart to visit their local dealer, take this gun off the shelf and never look back.
The Rizzini is a true delight
Any round action gun is a delight to behold, but on our test gun, properly scaled down to 28 bore and with upgraded, exhibition standard wood and colour case hardened finishing over Acanthus scroll engraving, the Rizzini is a true delight.
There is nothing garish or out of place on any part of the gun, with a shapely and handsome rounded semi-pistol grip, rounded push-rod fore-end and solid top rib contributing to the elegant lines of the gun.
Small touches such as the brass sight bead, blued trigger and extended trigger guard tang ensure the RB EL looks every inch the high quality Italian import and something worthy of storing inside the black velvet sleeves nestled in the branded, padded hard plastic case the gun comes in – not a cardboard box in sight here.
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Completely secure and tight in the hand
The gun feels very well made, operating in a very satisfying manner but also being easy to assemble whilst feeling completely secure and tight in the hand. Chequering is well executed and feels quite comfortable in the hands, and wood to metal fit is good.
The engraving on the gun is of an attractive design, covers much of the action and looks to have seen the hand of an artist, being well finished. Thanks to the excellent colour case hardened finish, the engraving is given real character and makes the gun quite special in the flesh. The wood is also a real highlight, with the stock in particular having a beautiful finish and really showing off the quality of the walnut.
Doubtless, then, this is a very attractive little gun – and little is certainly the right description since it weighs in at just a shade under 5lbs 13oz.
The point of balance is right on the hinge pin and is just as satisfying to bring to the shoulder as it is to look at. However, the dimensions of the gun could be a cause of consternation as much as satisfaction, since the lack of weight can be a bit of shock.
You have to be absolutely deliberate with your movement and really concentrate on every shot if you are to have even a modicum of success. This is partly down to simple physics, with less lead travelling down a smaller tube, but also due to the rather odd sensation of feeling like there is nothing in your hands.
Perhaps ordering a longer set of barrels than the 28” inch standard options on our test gun might have yielded a more natural shooting style, though it must be said a successful shot with a challenging gun such as this is immensely satisfying.
As it is, this is a very attractive little gun producing a shooting challenge of a scale belying its diminutive nature.
Engineering: 9/10 Well designed and manufactured by a respected Italian gunmaker.
Handling: 8/10 Entertaining and challenging, as you would expect from a 28 bore.
Looks & finishing: 9/10 Lovely. Sideplates might be a welcome addition if the lines of the gun could be preserved.
Reliability & customer service: 9/10 No reliability problems and imported by a mainstay in the British shooting industry.
Value: 8/10 This shotgun looks well worth the money and compares well with similarly-priced rivals within the marketplace.
View from the gun shop
This lovely little gun is the best ‘off the shelf’ Rizzini make before we head into the realm of bespoke products and spiralling associated costs. It is based on the Italian manufacturer’s own inertia-driven single selective trigger over-under action but properly scaled down to 28 bore.
Our test gun has had exhibition-grade wood used for the stock and fore-end and it shows, with a nice strong grain through the hand and some really good finishing on display. There is plenty of wood left in the push-rod fore-end Rizzini are known for, as there has to be since the gun uses the usual Italian ejector system with the springs behind the ejectors. This will ensure very strong ejection, even with the small 28 bore cartridges.
Barrels are multichoke as standard and there is a nice solid file cut rib. The foliate scroll engraving is well executed, though game scene engraving is available should you prefer, as is a coin finish rather than the colour case hardened finish exhibited on the test gun.
With only 28” barrels, this small bore gun might not appeal to the experienced shot looking for a challenge and might be better suited for a lady or youth. Certainly, ordering longer barrels would move the point of balance forward of the hinge pin and this might aid in producing a more deliberate mount and swing as is required for driven birds.
We have had very few problems with these guns over the years, though it should be noted as with any new gun some regulation may be required to ensure consistent use – this is particularly keenly felt with smaller bore guns where there can be a significant variance in cartridge loads etc. The importers ASI have been a visible presence in the UK shooting industry for over 50 years now and should give you significant confidence in the quality of Rizzini guns. Given what else is out there on the market, the Rizzini RB EL looks very well placed as a slightly more special over-under one can be the proud owner of without breaking the bank.
In the field
With the last vestiges of Storm Doris whipping through the valley Wittering Grange calls home in north Cambridgeshire, instructors Bruce Marks and Steve Wood had laid on some very tricky targets for any day – let alone one where I would be wielding a 28 bore gun. Sadly this was reflected in my success! It became clear very quickly in the field that, despite its almost magical lack of weight in the hand, this is not a gun one could swing around instinctively and hope to have much success with.
The lightweight made it tempting to poke at the targets, when deliberate, careful and concentrated movements were the order of the day. It wasn’t until I really began to concentrate on the targets and think carefully about keeping the gun moving consistently that I had much success.
Of the three of us testing the gun, it was Steve who looked most at home, being the only one to hit a very tricky distant incomer. Watching him, it was clear this is a gun which rewards real thought when shooting. Mounting was consistently good, trigger pulls were nice and crisp, recoil was almost non-existent and the gun was generally very satisfying and consistent to operate. Ejection is very powerful and the gun feels secure in the hand.
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Low glycemic index (GI) diet is a diet plan that affects your blood sugar level. The term “high glycemic index diet” refers to this diet plan that uses the index as the primary or sole guide to planning a healthy diet. Unlike some other plans, a low glycemic index diet does not necessarily indicate portion sizes or the optimal number of calories, carbohydrates or fat for weight loss or weight maintenance.
The purpose of the diet is to include in your menu foods that contain carbohydrates that are less likely to cause large increases in blood sugar levels. Diet can prevent chronic conditions, such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, also to help weight loss.
Why follow a GI diet
Choose to follow such a diet if:
- you want to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight;
- you need to plan and eat healthier foods;
- you need to maintain blood glucose levels as part of a plan for treating diabetes.
Many scientific studies suggest that a GI diet can help achieve these goals. Talk to your doctor before you start a weight loss diet, especially if you have health problems like diabetes.
The glycemic index
The principle of GI was originally developed to support the choice of food for people with diabetes. The GI database is maintained by the Glycemic Index University of Sydney, Australia and contains the results of studies conducted at other research centers around the world.
Carbohydrates are nutrients that have three main forms: sugars, starch and fiber. When you take foods and drinks containing carbohydrates, your body breaks down sugars and starches into a type of sugar called glucose.
Two hormones, which are produced by the pancreas, help regulate blood glucose. The hormone insulin drives blood glucose into cells. The hormone glucagon helps to release glucose stored in the liver when blood sugar is low. This process helps our body maintain good energy levels and provides a natural balance of blood sugar.
Carbohydrate foods affect how quickly your body absorbs them and how fast glucose enters your bloodstream.
Understand GI values
There are different methods of examining GI in your diet, based on how well a food product raises your blood glucose levels. The GI values are usually divided into three categories:
- Low GI: 1 to 55
- Average GI: 56 to 69
- High GI: 70+
Comparing these values will help you better target healthier foods.
Limitations on GI values
One notable drawback of the GI values is that they do not reflect the likely amount you would eat from a particular food. For example, watermelon has a GI value of 80, which would put it in the category of foods to avoid, although there are relatively low-digestible carbohydrates in a typical serving. This means you need to eat a lot of watermelon to increase significantly your blood glucose level.
To address this problem, researchers have developed the idea of glycemic load (GT) – a numerical value that indicates the change in blood sugar levels when you eat a typical meal.
For example, a serving of 4.2 oz (120 grams) watermelon has a GT value of 5, which would qualify it as a healthy food choice. For comparison, serving 2.8 oz (or 2/3 cups) of raw carrots has a GT 2 value.
The GI table of values from the University of Sydney is usually grouped as follows:
- Low GI: 1 to 10
- Average GI: 11 to 19
- High GI: 20 or more
How Low Glycemic Foods Help Weight Loss
The ability of this low glycemic index diet plan to aid weight loss has been widely discussed by scientists, but there is still no consensus on whether eating low-GI foods is better for losing weight than traditional diets.
Those who eat only low-GI foods believe that this will increase their metabolic rate and increase their satiety, but determining the true effect of low-GI eating on the weight loss process is quite complicated.
As the body converts different types of carbohydrates into sugars at different speeds, low and high GIs have been found to show how quickly a particular diet affects blood sugar levels.
Low GI foods cause a slow increase in blood glucose and slow, controlled release of insulin, which is good for weight loss. On the other hand, foods with a high percentage of GI cause a fast rise in glucose levels, but in this way insulin increases rapidly, which is not good when weight loss and maintaining good health is your goal .
Low GI Diet and Diabetes
Diabetes is a complex disease that affects millions of people around the world. Those who suffer from it are unable to process sugars effectively, which can make it difficult to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Good blood sugar control helps prevent and delay the onset of complications, including heart disease, stroke and nerve and kidney damage.
Studies show that low glycemic diets are effective in reducing blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. One study of nearly 3,000 people with diabetes looked at the effect of low- and high-GI diets on participants’ glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels over a three-month period.
The study reveals that HbA1c levels are 6-11% lower in those who consume diets with the lowest GI (GI 58-79) compared with those who consume diets with the highest GI (GI 86-112). In other words, low GI diets were associated with lower blood sugar levels in the long run.
Moreover, a number of studies report that diets with a higher glycemic index can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes by 8-40%. A low GI diet can also improve pregnancy outcomes in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy.
Other studies show that such a diet also reduces the risk of macrosomia by 73%. This is a condition in which newborns have a birth weight of over 8 pounds and are associated with many short and long term complications for the mother and baby.
A one-week sample menu with a low glycemic index for weight loss
The following sample menu will show you what a week of low GI diet might look like.
- Breakfast: Oatmeal with sliced fresh fruit
- For lunch: Chicken sandwiches with whole grain bread and salad
- Dinner: Veal meatballs with vegetable salad and brown rice
- For breakfast: Whole-grain roasted avocado, tomato and smoked salmon
- Lunch: Vegetable soup with a slice of whole grain bread
- For dinner: Grilled fish with broccoli and green beans
- For breakfast: Omelette with mushrooms, spinach, tomato and cheese
- Lunch: Fish, ricotta and quinoa with salad
- For dinner: Homemade pizza with whole wheat and other ingredients of choice
- For breakfast: Mashed berries, banana, yogurt and cinnamon
- For lunch: Chicken salad with wholegrain spaghetti and vegetables of your choice
- For dinner: Homemade burgers with vegetables and whole grain bread
- For breakfast: Quinoa porridge with apples and cinnamon
- For lunch: Toasted whole grain sandwich with tuna salad
- For dinner: Chicken with curry and basmati rice, chickpeas
- For breakfast: Avocado fruit and vegetable smoothies, whole grain baked slices
- For lunch: Boiled eggs, tomatoes and olives wrapped in lettuce
- For dinner: Grilled lamb chops with stewed vegetables and roasted pumpkin
- Breakfast: Buckwheat pancakes with berries
- For lunch: Brown rice and tuna and tomato salad
- For dinner: Beef, lightly fried with vegetables, served with long grain rice
Disadvantages of a low glycemic index diet
Although a low GI diet has several advantages, it also has several disadvantages. First, the glycemic index is unable to provide a complete nutritional picture. It is also important to take into account the fat, protein, sugar and fiber content of a food, regardless of its genetic turnover.
For example, the glycemic index of French fries is 75, while their healthier substitute – baked potatoes, has a higher GI – 85.
In fact, there are many unhealthy, low-GI foods such as ice cream (GI 36-62), chocolate (GI 49) and egg cream (GI 29-43).
Another disadvantage is that the glycemic index does not take into account the number of carbohydrates consumed. This is an important factor in determining their effect on blood sugar levels and effects on weight loss.
A low glycemic index diet involves replacing foods with high GI for low GI alternatives. It has a number of potential health benefits, including supporting weight loss, reducing blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
At the end of the day, the most important thing is to eat healthy, balanced foods based on a variety of whole foods and unprocessed foods, regardless of their GI.

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SynCo Bio Partners to Manufacture Versartis Novel Drug for Type 2 Diabetes
News Aug 17, 2009
SynCo Bio Partners, a Netherlands based biopharmaceutical contract manufacturer, and Versartis, Inc. today announced a strategic partnership to produce Versartis’ lead drug candidate VRS-859, a novel GLP-1 analog for monthly dosing to treat type 2 diabetes Under the agreement, SynCo will further develop the Versartis existing production process for VRS-859 and optimize the manufacturing process to increase yields for the forthcoming cGMP production.
VRS-859 is a recombinant fusion protein containing exenatide and XTEN™, a novel hydrophilic amino acid sequence that prolongs the half life of proteins and peptides. New therapeutic compounds using the XTEN technology are expected to provide enhanced stability and less frequent dosing requirements with potentially fewer patient side effects.
“Versartis selected SynCo because of its extensive pharmaceutical manufacturing experience and its ability to deliver bulk and final product for clinical trials and ultimately, for commercialization,” said Jeffrey L. Cleland, Ph.D., Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Versartis. “We expect SynCo to ensure our goal of initiating Phase 1 clinical trials for VRS-859 in the first half of 2010. SynCo will also become our preferred manufacturing partner for future Versartis products based on the XTEN technology, which have similar production processes.”
Pierre Warffemius, SynCo Bio Partners Chief Executive Officer commented, “We are delighted that SynCo has been chosen to develop and manufacture Versartis’ lead compound VRS-859. As Versartis looks to advance its novel product portfolio through clinical trials, we look forward to a long and successful collaboration with this exciting new company.”
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Embroidery on canvas opens a world of creative possibilities for both novice and seasoned stitchers. This captivating craft merges the durability of canvas with the beauty of thread, resulting in artwork that can adorn walls or become cherished heirlooms. As a versatile medium, canvas allows for an array of embroidery techniques that can enhance your needlework skills.
Understanding canvas embroidery
Canvas is a sturdy fabric typically made from cotton, linen, or a blend that includes synthetic fibers. Its tight weave offers a reliable foundation for embroidery, ensuring that each stitch holds its shape and stays intact. Moreover, the range of canvas types, from mono to interlock to plastic, accommodates various stitching techniques and needle sizes.
Choosing the right canvas and thread
Selection of the proper canvas and thread is a fundamental step. A higher mesh count canvas, denoted by the number of threads per inch, allows for finer, more detailed work, while a lower mesh count is more suitable for bold and chunky designs. Similarly, threads come in different types, such as stranded cotton, tapestry wool, and silk, each providing a unique texture and finish.
Thread painting on canvas
Thread painting, or needle painting, is a technique that creates a pictorial effect akin to brush strokes. It involves long and short stitches placed closely together to blend colors seamlessly. When executed on canvas, it demands precision, as the rigid structure of the material lays bare any irregularities in stitch size or tension.
Bargello: a timeless tradition
Bargello, or Florentine embroidery, is a technique characterized by its geometric patterns made from straight, flat stitches that form peaks and valleys. The visual impact of Bargello comes from its repetitive, rhythmic patterns and use of gradient color schemes. Mastering Bargello on canvas can lead to the creation of impressive pieces with a three-dimensional appearance.
Cross-Stitch on canvas
Cross-stitch on canvas diverges from its aida cloth counterpart as the sturdier background allows for larger pieces, such as pillows or furniture upholstery. Working on canvas demands careful counting and consistent stitch tension to maintain the clarity and evenness of the iconic ‘X’ stitches.
Blackwork: the art of monochromatic embroidery
Blackwork is a historical technique that flourished during the Tudor era. It involves backstitch or double running stitches to create intricate geometric patterns. While traditionally done in black thread on white linen, adapting blackwork to canvas with colored threads can modernize the technique and enrich one’s portfolio of skills.
Advanced canvas embroidery techniques
For embroiderers seeking to challenge themselves, exploring advanced techniques offers exciting growth opportunities.
Stumpwork: adding dimension
Stumpwork is a method where raised, dimensional elements are created separately and then applied to the canvas piece. This can involve a variety of stitches and methods, such as padding with felt or using wire to shape and support the three-dimensional components. Stumpwork transforms embroidery into a sculptural art form and can elevate the visual interest of the work.
Goldwork: the embellishment of luxury
Goldwork embroidery includes the use of metallic threads, wires, and beads to add a lavish shimmer to canvas works. Skillful application of this technique demands patience and deft handling of the delicate materials, but the opulent results are a fitting reward for the diligent stitcher.
Whitework: the purity of white-on-white
Whitework embarks on a journey of subtle textures and patterns through the use of white thread on white canvas. It is a play of shadow and light, where the emphasis lies in the variety of stitches and the interplay of matte and glossy threads. Mastering whitework can be a serene and meditative process, producing elegant and timeless needlework.
Tools and accessories for canvas embroidery
A well-equipped needleworker’s toolkit enhances the experience of canvas embroidery. Essential tools include:
- Tapestry Needles: Blunt-ended needles that prevent splitting the canvas threads.
- Frames and Hoops: Devices that hold the canvas taut for even stitching.
- Thread Conditioner: A substance applied to threads to reduce friction and tangling.
- Laying Tools: Implements like a tekobari or a trolley needle that help in keeping threads flat and untwisted for perfect coverage.
Improving your skills through practice
The adage “practice makes perfect” holds especially true in the realm of embroidery. As embroiderers delve into projects that integrate various techniques on canvas, they develop muscle memory, refine their hand-eye coordination, and build an intuitive understanding of thread behavior and stitch outcomes.
Experimentation as a learning tool
Experimentation is not just about trial and error; it’s an avenue for discovery and innovation in embroidery. Mixing techniques, such as combining Bargello with cross-stitch or introducing stumpwork elements into a thread painted scene, can yield surprising and delightful results.
Learning from the masters
Studying the works of accomplished embroiderers gives insights into the intricate balance of technique, color, and composition. Many artists share their knowledge through workshops, tutorials, and embroidery patterns, providing a structured way to learn and apply new skills.
Joining embroidery communities
Embroidery communities, whether local guilds or online forums, are treasure troves of support and inspiration.Engaging with fellow needleworkers allows for the exchange of tips, critiques, and encouragement, which can be instrumental in one’s growth as an embroiderer.
Documenting your progress
Keeping a journal or a photographic log of completed works creates a visual timeline of improvement and can serve as a source of pride and motivation. It also functions as a personal reference library for stitches and techniques that worked well or areas that require further development.
Final thoughts on canvas embroidery techniques
Embroidery on canvas is both a craft and an art, combining tactile skill with visual creativity. The techniques explored here barely scratch the surface of what’s possible with a needle, thread, and canvas. Whether you’re striving for precision in thread painting or whimsy in stumpwork, each stitch is a step forward in enhancing your needlework skills. As you continue to explore and experiment with these techniques, remember that each piece is not just a display of your growing abilities, but also a reflection of your unique artistic vision.


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Less than two months ago we observed women’s marches in Washington, DC and cities across America. These gatherings piggybacked the large, radical feminist march in the Nation’s Capital.
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Following a weekly University of California, Merced College Republicans (UCMCR) immigration event, students, community members, and even members of the college administration made their displeasure known—some even resorting to violent threats.
The Left is obsessed with transforming the hearts and minds of other people’s children using taxpayer-funded government schools in which they have an audience of cultural captives.
HRC Alabama provided massive outside funding, staffing and training to focus on closing the deal on the LGBTQ package for Full Equality in the Heart of Dixie.
The award-winning film titled ‘In a Heartbeat’ was posted on YouTube less than a month ago and already has well over 27 million views.
LGBT activists don’t want anybody who has unwanted same sex attraction to have the choice to leave their plantation they deceptively like to call “gay.”
She was quoted as saying rights were in danger because of the Trump presidency and that Vice President Mike Pence “is someone that supports electroshocking people like me to turn us into people we aren’t.”
But then something happened to make right wrong. Mankind fell (Genesis 3). Ever since then, what is has often been wrong.
In this country, there’s very little rollback of the incessant march toward “LGBTQ” dominance. Yet is this harmonious within the “LGBTQ” coalition.
The question of the so-called gay Christian has been on my mind since my days as a student at Yale Divinity School, a campus abounding with LGBTQ people.
Pray for our nation’s little ones. If they manage to survive the womb and are lucky enough to have both a mommy and a daddy, they may end up at their local library or bookstore for story time with drag queens.
If the Target corporation is imploding, then it’s going down in a rainbow blaze of glory.
The conflict between homosexuality and religious liberty is a zero-sum game. One side wins, the other side loses.
Katy Perry, the former Christian artist, the pastor’s daughter from a fundamentalist Christian home now endorses same-sex marriage and is a zealous advocate for LGBTQ Equality.
The Day of Silence is a political event sponsored by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network that urges students to refuse to speak for an entire school day.
4/21 is GLESN’s annual “Day of Silence” educating students to enjoy “safe schools for all students regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression.”
Masquerading as an angel of light, gay rights activist Stephen Robert “Steve” Endean founded the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) in 1980.
The most egregious example of cultural appropriation, perhaps in history, is the theft of God’s rainbow by the LGBTQ crowd.
The real perversion the hatred being sown by this attempt to condemn and vilify those who stand with the Living God and obey His words.
It seemed implausible that all 66,000 pediatricians could believe something so radical. So, I set off on a quest to dig into this claim
Homosexuality is “exploding” among kids in the U.S., according to one expert. It’s not good news, since this behavior has not suddenly become less risky.
No longer is the so-called “transgender case” before the United States Supreme Court. A big development has occurred.
A man who had lowered testosterone levels but all the other physical advantages a male would have over women should be allowed to compete with the ladies?
The wizards at Disney have a new grooming gift for the world’s little ones: the soon-to-be-released Beauty and the Beast starring Emma Watson.
First, CoverGirl dubs its first cover boy, complete with glittery makeup. Now, pastors across the nation are mixing purple glitter into ashes for Ash Wednesday.
Donald Trump, acting through the attorney general and the secretary of education, has rescinded a horribly misguided Obama-era directive on transgender bathrooms.
It is certainly possible for a homosexual to hold conservative views on certain issues, but it is not possible for him to be a conservative.
Perhaps a better question is “What’s LOVE got to do with it?” when it comes to Planned Parenthood or HRC’s role in redefining sexual norms.
The BSA is near death, thanks to the most recent decision by the BSA leadership to admit girls who want to be boys.
President Trump and Lady Gaga seem to share the view that those involved in homosexual or gender-defiant behavior deserve special rights.

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On Saturday, Ben Gilbert and Louise Willis raced the first swim of the Box End MASS START Swim Series. The very water cold meant that the 5km race that Ben had entered cancelled, so he opted to race the 3.8km. This was a distance too far for a lot of people, so quite a few "did not finish" were posted. Louise took part in the 750m race and was first female and second overall, finishing her swim in 13:47. Ben completed the 3.8 km finishing in 01:06:03, 11th male and 13th overall.
On a bright Sunday morning, 8 members of Freedom Tri raced the North Herts Road Runners Greenway Challenge. The scenic but challenging 13.1 mile loop of the Letchworth Greenway was enjoyed by all, with some fantastic performances. Lee Gilchrist was 18th in 01:34:58, Jonathan Hart-Smith was 33rd in 01:39:55, Declan McCabe finished 43rd in 01:42:59. Angela Phillips was 65th, finishing in 01:49:29, Christine Caine 123rd in 01:56:25, Dave Ball 125th in 01:56:56, Lewis Green 126th in 01:56:57, Andi Woolas 169th in 02:10:30.
Racing the half marathon distance in Milton Keynes on Bank Holiday Monday was Adrian Robinson. Adrian finished in 417th position in a personal best time of 01:49:22.
Taking on the full 26.2 mile marathon distance in Milton Keynes were Michael Day, Dean Heuer, Gareth Bates, Greg Bowie and Jackie Livings. The marathon boasts a scenic route, encompassing wide city boulevards and numerous beautiful lakes, picturesque parks and even the meandering grand union canal, with entertainment en route too. Michael Day was first in for Freedom Tri in 03:46:14, 134th in his category. Dean Heuer finished in 04:19:30, 393th in category, Gareth Bates finished in 04:16:47, 394th in category, Gregor Bowie finished in 04:41:43, 511th in category, and Jackie Livings finished in 06:10:29, 129th in category. Very well done to everyone racing!

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Chemo Comfort provides cancer patients with kits of products to help manage the side effects of chemotherapy. These products help manage mouth sores, hair loss and nausea.
This gift will provide the book, "Living Well with Cancer", that goes in our kits. As this book is no longer in print, we have to raise funds to reprint the book. Reprints can only be done in groups of 1500, so we have to raise considerable funds to do this. The book is a valuable tool for those undergoing chemotherapy. We feel strongly about including this book in our kits- so strongly that we would rather reprint it than include a different book. Please help us to reach our goal of $10,000 to reprint this book.

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Sighting a Humpback whale in the wild is special, as these gentile giants are sought after in some areas of the world for their meat and fat as a delicacy. If you're looking for places to see Humpback whales, keep reading.
Humpback whales are known for their magical songs, which travel for great distances through the world’s oceans. These sequences of moans, howls, cries, and other noises are quite complex and often continue for hours on end.
These baleen whales are found near coastlines, feeding on tiny shrimp-like krill, plankton, and small fish. Humpbacks migrate annually from summer feeding grounds near the poles to warmer winter breeding waters closer to the Equator.
Mothers and their young swim close together, touching flippers with what appear to be gestures of affection. It takes far longer than a year for humpback whales to reach full adulthood—yet the calves are nursed by females for almost that long.
Humpback whales migrate from their summer feeding grounds to wintering areas where they mate and give birth. After the mating season, they travel back up north in order to feed again before the cycle begins anew.
Humpback whales are baleen whales, which means they use comb-like plates in the mouth to filter small fish from seawater. They feed on krill, anchovies and other schooling species of fish—including capelin, sardines and mackerels.


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- Administer pre-infusion medications [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
- SARCLISA should be administered by a healthcare professional, with immediate access to emergency equipment and appropriate medical support to manage infusion-related reactions if they occur [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
The recommended dose of SARCLISA is 10 mg/kg actual body weight administered as an intravenous infusion in combination with pomalidomide and dexamethasone, according to the schedule in Table 1 [see Clinical Studies (14)].
|Cycle 1||Days 1, 8, 15, and 22 (weekly)|
|Cycle 2 and beyond||Days 1, 15 (every 2 weeks)|
Each treatment cycle consists of a 28-day period. Treatment is repeated until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
SARCLISA is used in combination with pomalidomide and dexamethasone.
Administer the following premedications prior to SARCLISA infusion to reduce the risk and severity of infusion-related reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]:
- Dexamethasone 40 mg orally or intravenously (or 20 mg orally or intravenously for patients ≥75 years of age).
- Acetaminophen 650 mg to 1000 mg orally (or equivalent).
- H2 antagonists.
- Diphenhydramine 25 mg to 50 mg orally or intravenously (or equivalent). The intravenous route is preferred for at least the first 4 infusions.
The above recommended dose of dexamethasone (orally or intravenously) corresponds to the total dose to be administered only once before infusion as part of the premedication and of the backbone treatment, before SARCLISA and pomalidomide administration.
Administer the recommended premedication agents 15 to 60 minutes prior to starting a SARCLISA infusion.
No dose reduction of SARCLISA is recommended. Dose delay may be required to allow recovery of blood counts in the event of hematological toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.4)]. For information concerning drugs given in combination with SARCLISA, see manufacturer's prescribing information.
For other medicinal products that are administered with SARCLISA, refer to the respective current prescribing information.
Prepare the solution for infusion using aseptic technique as follows:
Calculate the dose (mg) of required SARCLISA based on actual patient weight (measured prior to each cycle to have the administered dose adjusted accordingly) [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. More than one SARCLISA vial may be necessary to obtain the required dose for the patient.
- Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.
- Remove the volume of diluent from the 250 mL Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, or 5% Dextrose Injection, USP diluent bag that is equal to the required volume of SARCLISA injection.
- Withdraw the necessary volume of SARCLISA injection and dilute by adding to the infusion bag of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP or 5% Dextrose Injection, USP to achieve the appropriate SARCLISA concentration for infusion.
- The infusion bag must be made of polyolefins (PO), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) or ethyl vinyl acetate (EVA).
- Gently homogenize the diluted solution by inverting the bag. Do not shake.
- Administer the infusion solution by intravenous infusion using an intravenous tubing infusion set (in PE, PVC with or without DEHP, polybutadiene [PBD], or polyurethane [PU]) with a 0.22 micron in-line filter (polyethersulfone [PES], polysulfone, or nylon).
- The infusion solution should be administered for a period of time that will depend on the infusion rate (see Table 2). Use prepared SARCLISA infusion solution within 48 hours when stored refrigerated at 2°C–8°C, followed by 8 hours (including the infusion time) at room temperature.
- Do not administer SARCLISA infusion solution concomitantly in the same intravenous line with other agents.
Following dilution, administer the SARCLISA infusion solution intravenously at the infusion rates presented in Table 2. Incremental escalation of the infusion rate should be considered only in the absence of infusion-related reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
|Dilution Volume||Initial Rate||Absence of Infusion-Related Reaction||Rate Increment||Maximum Rate|
|First infusion||250 mL||25 mL/hour||For 60 minutes||25 mL/hour every 30 minutes||150 mL/hour|
|Second infusion||250 mL||50 mL/hour||For 30 minutes||50 mL/hour for 30 minutes then increase by 100 mL/hour every 30 minutes||200 mL/hour|
|Subsequent infusions||250 mL||200 mL/hour||–||–||200 mL/hour|
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Below is my summary of the pertinent sections of the Florida Power of Attorney Statutes (that relate to Elder Law and Medicaid Planning). This is not comprehensive and some sections have been omitted. This is meant for informational purposes only as the law and interpretations of the law may have changed since this article was written.
(1) Agent: the person granted authority to act for a principal under a power of attorney. “Agent” can be used interchangeably with “attorney-in-fact,” “co agent,” and “successor agent.”
(4) Durable: a type of power of attorney that is not terminated by the principal becoming incapacitated.
(7) Incapacity: when an individual is unable to take the actions necessary to obtain, administer, and dispose of real and personal property, intangible property, business property, benefits and income.
(9) Power of Attorney: a writing that grants authority to an agent or attorney-in-fact to act in the place of the principal, whether or not the writing actually says “power of attorney” (TIP - practically speaking it should).
(11) Principal: an individual who grants authority to an agent in a power of attorney.
(14) Sign: means having present intent to authenticate or adopt a record to (a) execute by signature or mark; or (b) attach or logically associate with the record a sound, symbol or process.
(15) Third person: any person other than the principal or the agent (while acting in their capacity as agent).
709.2104. Durable Power of Attorney. A power of attorney is durable if it contains the words: “This durable power of attorney is not terminated by subsequent incapacity of the principal except as provided in chapter 709, Florida Statutes,” or words to the same effect.
- Elder Law Attorney Comment: Not all durable power of attorneys are the same - in that they will not all accomplish the same goals. This is especially true with Medicaid-Planning which requires specific authority to conduct specific transactions that would otherwise be forbidden by a standard form durable power of attorney document.
709.2105. Qualification of Agent; How to Properly Execute a Power of Attorney. (1) An agent must be 18 years old or older; or a financial institution that has trust powers and authorized to conduct trust business in Florida.
(2) The power of attorney must be signed by the principal, in the presence of two subscribing witnesses, and acknowledged before a notary public. (3) If the principal is physically unable to sign the power of attorney, the notary public may sign the principal’s name on the power of attorney per the following:
A notary public must make reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities, including:
· reading the entire document to someone who is blind before notarizing;
· let person sign with a mark if the document is:
o witnessed by two disinterested persons;
o notary prints the person’s first and last name; and
o notary prints the words, “his (or her) mark” below the person’s signature mark
709.2106. Validity of Power of Attorney.
(3) Out-of-State POAs. If power of attorney was executed in another state, it will be honored in Florida if the power of attorney was signed in compliance with the other state’s laws. But a third person may seek the opinion of counsel as to its validity, at the expense of the principal. The third person has no liability for rejecting a power of attorney if such legal opinion is not provided by the principal (only with regard to out-of-state powers of attorney described in this section).
(5) Copies Just as Good as the Original. Unless prohibited by the actual power of attorney document, a photocopy or electronic copy of an original power of attorney has the same effect as the original.
709.2108. When Power of Attorney is Effective.
(1) A power of attorney can be used immediately after it is properly executed (signed).
(2) Springing Powers of Attorney are only valid if they were executed prior to October 1, 2011 if it is accompanied by the affidavit of a principal’s primary treating doctor stating that the principal lacks the capacity to manage property.
(3) Springing Power of Attorneys signed after October 1, 2011 are invalid (except for a military power of attorney), if the document provides that it only becomes effective at some future date or contingent upon some future event (i.e. no more springing powers of attorney, they can all be used immediately after properly executed).
- Elder Law Attorney Comment: Many Medicaid-planning clients express a desire for a springing power of authority. We can discuss virtual springing documents in more detail at our consultation. However, there is a very practical purpose in not having a springing power of attorney, especially in a medicaid-planning context. This being - time is not on the medicaid applicant’s side, especially when a medical crisis strikes. Requiring a doctor to sign an affidavit confirming the principal’s incapacity added an extra layer of bureaucracy, another reason for banks and other institutions to closely scrutinize and delay (or deny) honoring the power of attorney. All this additional delay and confusion does not benefit the incapacitated elder who needs things done in short order. This is one reason why the Florida legislature eliminated springing powers of attorney.
709.2109. Termination or Suspension of Power of Attorney / Agent’s Authority.
(1) Power of attorney terminates when:
(a) the principal dies;
(b) the principal becomes incapacitated (unless the power of attorney is durable);
(c) the principal is adjudicated totally/partially incapacitated by a court, unless the court determines that certain authority granted by the power of attorney is to be exercisable by the agent;
(d) the principal revokes the power of attorney;
(e) the POA provides that it terminates;
(f) the purpose of the POA is accomplished; or
(g) the agent’s authority terminates and the POA does not provide for a co-agent or successor agent.
(2) An agent’s authority terminates when:
(a) agent dies, becomes incapacitated, resigns or is removed by a court;
(b) action is filed for divorce of marriage if agent is spouse (unless power of attorney specifically provides otherwise)
(c) power of attorney otherwise terminates.
(3) If any person initiates judicial proceedings to determine the principal’s incapacity or for the appointment of a guardian advocate, the power of attorney is suspended until the petition is dismissed, withdrawn, or court enters an order authorizing agent to exercise one or more powers granted under the power of attorney. BUT, if the agent named in the power of attorney is the principal’s spouse, child, or grandchild, the authority is not suspended unless a verified motion is also filed (see Fla. Stat. 744.3203) alleging that
· the agent’s decisions are not in accord with the alleged incapacitated person’s known desires;
· that the power of attorney is invalid;
· that the agent has failed to discharge their duties (or illness/incapacity makes the agent incapable of doing so);
· that the agent has abused their power
(4) The agent must have knowledge that their power has been revoked or their actions (in good faith) will continue to bind the principal.
709.2110. Revocation of Power of Attorney. A new power of attorney does not revoke an old one unless it specifically indicates this wish. Any writing, signed by principal, may be used to revoke any power of attorney.
709.2111. Co-Agents and Successor Agents.
(1) A principal may designate two or more people to be “co-agents.” These co-agents can exercise the authority granted by the power of attorney independently (separately and without consulting the other) unless the power of authority document states otherwise.
(2) Successor agents may be designated should the original agent resign, become incapacitated, die, decline to serve or is otherwise not qualified to serve (otherwise the successor agent has no power….this is the differentiating feature compared to the authority of a co-agent). Unless the document states otherwise, the successor agent can do everything the original agent could do.
(3) Except as otherwise provided in the power of attorney document, or subsection (4) below, an agent is not liable for the actions or another agent unless they participated or helped conceal a breach of the other agent’s fiduciary duty.
(4) If any agent has actual knowledge of a breach or imminent breach of fiduciary duty by any other agent, including a predecessor agent, must take reasonable action to protect the the principal’s best interests. If the agent fails to take action as required by this subsection, they are liable to the principal for reasonably foreseeable damages that could have been avoided if the agent had taken such reasonably-protective action.
(5) A successor agent does not have a duty to review the actions of a predecessor agent (unless there is actual knowledge as described in subsection (4) above).
(6) Banking Exception. Even if a power of attorney requires that two or more people act together as co-agents (i.e. consult with one another and both sign documents, etc..), one agent may delegate to a co-agent the authority to conduct banking transactions as provided in Fla. Stat. 709.2208(1).
709.2112. Agent Reimbursement and Compensation. Unless the power of attorney says otherwise, agents can be reimbursed for expenses reasonably incurred on behalf of principal and are entitled to reasonable compensation. Only qualified agents (spouse, heir, financial institutions with trust powers, attorney or CPA (licensed in Florida) or a Florida resident who has never been an agent for more than three principals at the same time) may be compensated.
709.2114. Duties of Agent under Power of Attorney. The agent is a fiduciary and may only act with good faith and within the scope of authority granted in the power of attorney. The agent may not act contrary to the principal’s reasonable expectations actually known by the agent.
The agent must attempt to preserve the principal’s estate plan, to the extent actually known by the agent, if preserving the plan is consistent with the principal’s best interest based on all relevant factors, including: (a) value and nature of principal’s property; (b) the principal’s foreseeable obligations and need for maintenance; (c) minimization of taxes; (d) eligibility for a benefit, program or assistance; and (e) the principal’s personal history of making gifts.
- Elder Law Attorney Comment: In my opinion, Florida Statutes section 709.2114(1)(a)(4)(a)-(e) mean that proper Medicaid planning by an experienced Elder Law attorney is almost an obligation of an agent acting in their principal’s best interests should long-term care be imminent.
(1)(b) Agents may not delegate their authority to a third person (i.e. no agents of agents to act on behalf of the original principal).
(c) Agents must keep records of all receipts, disbursement and transactions made on behalf of the principal and (d) must maintain an accurate inventory each time the agent accesses the principal’s safe-deposit box (if principal specifically authorized the agent to access the box in the power-of-attorney).
709.2114(2): Unless specifically provided in the power of attorney document, agents must:
(a) act loyally for the sole benefit of the principal;
(b) not act in a way that would create a conflict of interest (no self dealing);
(d) cooperate with persons who have authority to make healthcare decisions in order to carry out the principal’s reasonable expectations to the extent actually known by the agent and, otherwise, act in their best interest.
- Elder Law Attorney Comment: This section (Fla. Stat. 709.2114(2)(a)-(d)) highlights the reason why almost all form power of attorney documents purchased on the internet or even many that are drafted by highly-competent estate-planning attorneys, are insufficient for Medicaid-planning needs of elder law clients. Some highly-effective Medicaid-planning and asset-preservation strategies require agents (usually trusted family members of the incapacitated principal) to self deal or purposefully enter into transactions that would usually be viewed as a conflict of interest.
(3) Agents are not liable to any beneficiary of the principal’s estate plan for failure to preserve the plan - if the agent has acted in good faith.
709.2115. Exoneration of Agent. The power of attorney may provide that the agent is not liable for any acts or decisions made by the agent in good faith. (1) But the liability-relieving provision may not allow the agent to act dishonestly, with bad motive, or reckless indifference to the purpose of the power of attorney or best interest of the principal. (2) The liability-relieving provision will not be effective if it can be shown it was inserted as the result of an abuse of the relationship to the principal.
709.2116. Judicial Relief | Conflicts of Interest. Courts may review agent’s conduct, terminate agent’s authority to act or enforce a power of attorney.
(3) If a third party unreasonably fails to honor an agent’s attempt to act pursuant to the power of attorney, that third party will be liable for attorney's fees and costs.
(4) If the principal (or someone acting on behalf of the principal) challenges an agent’s exercise of power of attorney on conflict-of-interest grounds (and evidence shows that agent had a personal interest in the exercise of power), the agent then has the burden of proving, by clear and convincing evidence, that the agent acted:
- Solely in the principal’s best interest; or
- In good faith in the principal’s best interest and that the conflict of interest was expressly authorized in the power of attorney.
- See ELDER LAW COMMENT ABOVE for Fla. Stat. 709.2114(2)(a)-(d). Again a form power of attorney document just won't do. Ask us about how our Enhanced Durable Power of Attorney is different.
709.2119. Acceptance and Reliance on the Power of Attorney. (1)(a) third parties, if acting in good faith, may accept and relay on a power of attorney that appears to be executed properly and the actions the agent (or attorney-in-fact) seeks to take appears to be contemplated within the agent’s authority as specified in the power of attorney document.
(2) A third person may require the agent to provide an affidavit stating in which state the principal resides, that the principal has not died, that there has not been a revocation of the power of attorney, that there has been no suspension of power of attorney (such as the commencement of a guardianship proceeding); and if the agent seeking to take action under the POA is a successor agent, to state why the predecessor agents are no longer available.
(2)(c) provides a form for the affidavit contemplated in 709.2119(2)(b):
STATE OF FLORIDA
Before me, the undersigned authority, personally appeared (agent) (“Affiant”), who swore or affirmed that:
1. Affiant is the agent named in the Power of Attorney executed by (principal) (“Principal”) on (date) .
2. This Power of Attorney is currently exercisable by Affiant. The principal is domiciled in (insert name of state, territory, or foreign country) .
3. To the best of Affiant’s knowledge after diligent search and inquiry:
a. The Principal is not deceased;
b. Affiant’s authority has not been suspended by initiation of proceedings to determine incapacity or to appoint a guardian or a guardian advocate;
c. Affiant’s authority has not been terminated by the filing of an action for dissolution or annulment of Affiant’s marriage to the principal, or their legal separation; and
d. There has been no revocation, or partial or complete termination, of the power of attorney or of Affiant’s authority.
4. Affiant is acting within the scope of authority granted in the power of attorney.
5. Affiant is the successor to (insert name of predecessor agent) , who has resigned, died, become incapacitated, is no longer qualified to serve, has declined to serve as agent, or is otherwise unable to act, if applicable.
6. Affiant agrees not to exercise any powers granted by the Power of Attorney if Affiant attains knowledge that the power of attorney has been revoked, has been partially or completely terminated or suspended, or is no longer valid because of the death or adjudication of incapacity of the Principal.
Sworn to (or affirmed) and subscribed before me this day of (month) , (year) , by (name of person making statement)
(Signature of Notary Public-State of Florida)
(Print, Type, or Stamp Commissioned Name of Notary Public)
Personally Known OR Produced Identification
(Type of Identification Produced)
(3)(b) A third party may also request an opinion from an attorney from the agent if the third party provides a written explanation of the request.
(5) Third parties who rely on the power of attorney are held harmless by the principal, principal’s estate, beneficiaries for any loss suffered as a result of the actions taken before notice of revocation is provided.
709.2120. Effect of Rejecting a Power of Attorney. Third parties must accept or reject a power of attorney within a reasonable time.
(1)(a) and (b): Four days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, are reasonable for financial institutions. If the agent is attempting to make a banking or investment transaction on behalf of the principal, the power of attorney must specifically authorize the agent to make such transactions per Fla. Stat. 709.2208(1) and (2) below.
- Elder Law Attorney Note: Yet another reason why many generic form power of attorney documents found on the internet may be insufficient to properly execute our Medicaid-planning strategies.
(2) It is actually inappropriate for third parties to require a different or additional power of attorney if the authority to conduct the transaction in question is already specifically authorized by the power of attorney presented to the third party (e.g. sometimes banks will say they need the principal to sign a power of attorney form drafted by the bank’s lawyer, this is not allowed if the ability to conduct banking transaction is already provided for in an otherwise valid power of attorney presented).
(3) If a third party is rejecting a power of attorney must state the reason for so doing in writing.
(5) If a third party rejects a power of authority in violation of the statute, they will be liable for damages, including attorneys fees and costs in an action to confirm the validity of the power of attorney.
709.2201. Authority of Agent in Power of Attorney. The power of attorney document cannot simply state “I give my agent authority to do everything the principal can do.” That is not specific enough. The agent can only do what is very specifically authorized in the power of attorney document.
(2)(a)-(c). If specifically authorized in the document, a POA can authorize agent to buy and sell stocks, convey mortgage homestead property (but must get joinder of principal’s spouse if married). If the agent is the spouse, spouse can join in conveyance of homestead property in their capacity as agent - if authorized to do so. POA can also be used to make all healthcare decisions on behalf of the principal, including but not limited to those set forth in Chapter 765 (this is the Florida Statute that deals with Advanced Directives). See my summary of Florida Statutes Chapter 765 on Health Care Advanced Directives here.
(3) Agent may never: execute contract that requires the personal services of the principal, make affidavit as to the personal knowledge of the principal, vote in any public election on behalf of the principal, execute or revoke any will or codicil for the principal, exercise powers and authority granted to the principal as trustee or court-appointed fiduciary.
709.2202. When Principal Must Initial or Sign Next to Specific Items In Order For Agent to be Able to Act on Them.
(1)(a). To create an inter vivos trust.
(1)(b). To amend or revoke a trust (created by or on behalf of the principal), but only if the trust document specifically authorizes amendments or revocations by the settlor’s agent.
(1)(c). To make a gift, subject to subsection (4), below.
(1)(d). Create or change rights of survivorship.
(1)(e). Create or change a beneficiary designation.
(1)(f). Waive principal’s right to be a beneficiary of a joint and survivor annuity, including a survivor benefit retirement plan.
(1)(g). Disclaim property and powers of appointment.
(3) Unless the power of attorney specifically authorizes, an agent must be a parent, grandparent, spouse, or child to provide the agent (or someone the agent owes a legal support obligation) an interest in the principal’s property (e.g. gift, right of survivorship, beneficiary designation, disclaimer).
(4) Unless the power of attorney document specifically authorizes otherwise, if there is a provision for the general authority of the agent to make gifts, this statute limits that power to only:
- Make gifts in an amount not to exceed the annual dollar limits of the federal gift tax exclusion under 26 USC 2503(b).
709.2208. To Authorize Banking and Financial Institution Transactions.
(1) Banking. Power of Attorney document should include the statement: “Agent has authority to conduct banking transactions as provided in section 709.2208(1), Florida Statutes.” This statement will provide general authority for the agent to engage in the following transactions with banks and financial institutions without any other specific language in the document:
- Establish, modify, terminate account.
- Contract for services from a financial institution, such as renting a safe-deposit box or vault space.
- With draw, by check, order, EFT or otherwise, money or property in the custody of the financial institution.
- To receive statements.
- Purchase checks / cashier checks / money orders
- Endorse and negotiate checks, transfer money.
- Apply for and use debit cards
- Draw on line of credits already established.
(2) Investments. (i.e. stocks, bonds, mutual funds, insurance contracts and all other kinds of financial instruments). Power of Attorney document should include the following statement: “Agent has authority to conduct investment transactions as provided in section 709.2208(2), Florida Statutes.” This statement will provide general authority for the agent to engage in the following transactions with respect to securities and broker-dealers to take the following action without any additional specificity in the document:
- buy/sell investments
- establish/terminate accounts with respect to investment instruments
- Pledge investment instruments as collateral/security.

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Some Imagist Poets: An AnthologyALDINGTON, Richard; H.D.; FLETCHER, John Gould; FLINT, S.; LAWRENCE, D.H.; LOWELL, Amy
Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company. 1915.
First edition. 8vo. 200x145. pp. 96. Green paper-covered card. Black lettering and design on upper cover, black lettering on spine. A very good copy.
This is first of Amy Lowell’s anthologies of Imagist Poets, published in response to Ezra Pound’s 1914 anthology, Des Imagistes which included Lowell’s work. The Imagist movement had a short and fractious life. It began in 1908, when poet T.E. Hulme formed a group of poets, including Ezra Pound, as the “School of Images.” Hulme brought these poets together to discuss elements of poetic craft, with particular attention to the vers libre of the French Symbolists and Japanese haiku. Pound soon assumed control of the group (as was his wont) and adopted the term Imagiste.
In this volume, Lowell limits the number of poets to six, four of whom had been included in Pound’s anthology. In the preface to this 1915 anthology, Lowell sets out the six guiding principles of the movement, with the aim of clarifying Imagism’s focus on precision and cadence, and providing a historical context for the practices. It was an influential essay, stiring up much debate and leading to two further anthologies.

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Texas farmers and ranchers plant nearly 8 million acres of small grains annually, which include wheat (>6 million acres), oats (>600 thousand acres), and barley, rye, and triticale. Whether protecting commodity crops or developing drought-resistant landscaping plants, AgriLife Research provides solutions for natural resources and water conservation, disease-free crops and plants and systems for crop production.
- Amarillo researchers estimate that a Panhandle feedlot with a capacity over 32,000 head could save about $40,000 per year by adopting dust-abatement practices alone.
- The Amarillo center has developed a scientific basis for cost-effective air quality emissions abatement for open-lot cattle feedlots and dairies in the Southern Great Plains of Texas and Kansas.
- The Lubbock center conducted a multi-year study showing that fertilizing cotton with more than 100lbs of nitrogen per acre could negatively affect cotton quality.
- San Angelo researchers are selecting goats that ovulate earlier in the spring to enhance the production of year-round goat meat and allow producers to benefit from the almost 20% higher prices in the low volume winter months.
- Stephenville scientists developed an in vitro embryo production and transfer system to improve summer fertility in commercial or dairy cows, this advance save the industry $40 million annually.
Current Projects & Selected Accomplishments
Early calving-line Brahmans could improve beef production efficiency
Ronald Randel studies pregnancy stress and calving rates of beef cattle, and is working to develop an early-calving line of tropically adapted Brahman cattle to increase beef production efficiency in Texas and other tropical regions.
Solutions for dairy cattle production
The ruminant nutrition and health team focuses on improving feeding strategies through implementation of alternative feed technologies, forage and grain processing, and appropriate utilization of byproduct feeds. Genomic selection tools are being implemented to improve animal health, fertility and production.
Genotyping cotton for drought resistance
Corpus Christi Center is home to the Drought Tolerance Laboratory, where scientists study drought tolerance of cotton and sugarcane. One study found two cotton genotypes that showed that high water use efficiency as a result of higher biomass partition into seed cotton. Two transgenic sugarcane varieties showed higher water use efficiency while maintaining biomass production.
Legumes for alternate uses
Researchers at the Corpus Christi Center are studying warm-season legumes – such as peanuts and soybeans. Researchers want to know if these legumes can be used as grain, hay, grazing or bioenergy crops. Legumes can be beneficial since they provide nitrogen and soil stabilization for grasses that are use for bioenergy or livestock grazing.
Ornamental plant breeding
Dariusz Malinowski is project leader of the Forage Systems Program. His research focuses on adaptation of forage crops to drought stress and management of forages in semi-arid environments of the Texas Rolling Plains. He also conducts breeding programs of ornamental plants – winter-hardy hibiscus and has licensed several varieties for commercial evaluation.

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One night after a one-sided affair in favor of the Charleston RiverDogs, the tables turned significantly on Thursday at TicketReturn.com Field in Myrtle Beach. The Myrtle Beach Pelicans slugged four home runs and collected 19 hits in a 15-1 demolition of the RiverDogs. The 19 hits were the most allowed in a game by the RiverDogs since 2005.
The RiverDogs (47-20) received a solo home run from Brett Wisely in the top of the first inning to grab a 1-0 lead, but from that point forward, the Pelicans dominated. Jordan Nwogu and Ethan Hearn went back-to-back with a pair of solo home runs off Seth Johnson in the second. Later in the frame, Ed Howard drove in a pair of runs with a single. Johnson did not make it out of the second inning, surrendering five runs on six hits.
Hearn also led off the third inning with a solo home run, his second of the game and fourth of the year to make it 5-1. With a runner on first in the same inning, Matt Warkentin hit a fly ball to center field that glanced off the glove of Alexander Ovalles for a three-base error that allowed a run to score. Warkentin scored on another RBI single from Howard to increase the lead to 8-1.
The Pelicans (33-36) were able to put together two more multi-run innings to further extend the advantage. In the fourth, Nwogu hit an RBI triple, Fabian Pertuz tallied an RBI single and Warkentin lined a two-run home run against Graeme Stinson to build the lead to 12-1. Back-to-back RBI singles from Pertuz and Warkentin in the eighth made it 14-1. Nwogu put a final stamp on the evening by driving in one more run in the home half of the eighth.
Stinson was charged with seven runs, five earned, on eight hits in 2.1 innings on the mound. Steffon Moore tossed 2.2 innings and allowed a pair of runs on four hits. Myrtle Beach scored one run against Neraldo Catalina in his 1.1 innings on the hill.
Wisely extended his hitting streak to eight games with the early home run. Myrtle Beach received three hits from four different players and multiple hits from six of the nine starters. The run total was the most for the Pelicans since 2016.
The RiverDogs will try to even the set once again with RHP Taj Bradley (8-3, 2.14) on the mound for game four on Friday night. Myrtle Beach gives the baseball to a new member of their roster, RHP Tyler Schlaffer. First pitch is slated for 7:05 p.m.
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Well, admittedly, I have slacked a bit on blogging my latest projects. I apologize to all my readers who have sat on the edges of their seats ( I know you must be out there, somewhere ). To ring in the New Year, I have decided to be a more diligent “Blogger” and hopefully be a resource for those looking to hire an experienced professional photographer.
In a world where buying a digital camera *allows* (and I use that word lightly) one to claim to be a professional photographer, as a client, being aware of the quality you are looking for and the final result you wish to attain is key. Hopefully, by posting some images and resources, this blog will be an important guide in helping make that (somewhat difficult) choice in choosing the right photographer and make your business, inevitably, look better, with an end goal of reaching your target clients a bit easier for you.
To end this post, I wanted to post two images from a recent architectural photo shoot for one of my very favorite clients, Kirsti Wolfe Designs at a residence in Pronghorn, Bend, Oregon. She wanted the images to showcase the beautiful structural and interior design of the kitchen, including her custom designed Sub Zero refrigerator. Absolutely Remarkable!
Well, it only took a few months to wait for Central Oregon’s weather to get a great evening shot of the Gesme’s Residence in Pronghorn…. but so worth the wait. I shot the interior of this home a while back for architectural designer Kirsti Wolfe, and architect Scott Gilbride, both fantastic in their field (see previous post Pronghorn Residence) and was excited to get some great exterior images for them. I met with the builder of the home Greg Vendrame in Pronghorn to do this evening shoot and had a great time exposing for their attention to detail and remarkable quality. Altogether, this team of professionals is great at what they do and the proof is in the pudding as they say! Take a look!
I love shooting exteriors of homes! I don’t know what it is, maybe the time of day, maybe the boom lifting me 30ft in the air, or the warm glow coming from the inside of the house, but I just love to see a home’s exterior in all its glory! This house in particular, if you remember my last post, was a beautifully built, contemporary style home in the heart of Black Butte Ranch! Kirsti Wolfe and her team of experts hired me to photograph this home for their portfolios and marketing collateral. Here are the exteriors…
Recently, I was hired by Scott Gilbride Architecture and Kirsti Wolfe Designs to photograph a beautiful home in Pronghorn Bend, Oregon that they recently completed. Down to every detail, the home was beautifully designed, built, and finished. Here are some of the final images.
After being gone for so long, coming home to Bend makes me really appreciate sights and places that before I took for granted… like the Tower Theater. So, last night, I decided to stop and take a closer look and even snap a few shots for the ole’ stock portfolio.


Interpreting ancient Chinese has been the key to comprehending vast Chinese literature, tradition, and civilization. In this paper, we propose Erya for ancient Chinese translation. From a dataset perspective, we collect, clean, and classify ancient Chinese materials from various sources, forming the most extensive ancient Chinese resource to date. From a model perspective, we devise Erya training method oriented towards ancient Chinese. We design two jointly-working tasks: disyllabic aligned substitution (DAS) and dual masked language model (DMLM). From an evaluation perspective, we build a benchmark to judge ancient Chinese translation quality in different scenarios and evaluate the ancient Chinese translation capacities of various existing models. Our model exhibits remarkable zero-shot performance across five domains, with over +12.0 BLEU against GPT-3.5 models and better human evaluation results than ERNIE Bot. Subsequent fine-tuning further shows the superior transfer capability of Erya model with +6.2 BLEU gain. We release all the above-mentioned resources at https://github.com/RUCAIBox/Erya.
People often imagine relevant scenes to aid in the writing process. In this work, we aim to utilize visual information for composition in the same manner as humans. We propose a method, LIVE, that makes pre-trained language models (PLMs) Learn to Imagine for Visuallyaugmented natural language gEneration. First, we imagine the scene based on the text: we use a diffusion model to synthesize high-quality images conditioned on the input texts. Second, we use CLIP to determine whether the text can evoke the imagination in a posterior way. Finally, our imagination is dynamic, and we conduct synthesis for each sentence rather than generate only one image for an entire paragraph. Technically, we propose a novel plug-and-play fusion layer to obtain visually-augmented representations for each text. Our vision-text fusion layer is compatible with Transformerbased architecture. We have conducted extensive experiments on four generation tasks using BART and T5, and the automatic results and human evaluation demonstrate the effectiveness of our proposed method. We will release the code, model, and data at the link: https://github.com/RUCAIBox/LIVE.
In this paper, we propose a novel language model guided captioning approach, LAMOC, for knowledge-based visual question answering (VQA). Our approach employs the generated captions by a captioning model as the context of an answer prediction model, which is a Pre-trained Language model (PLM). As the major contribution, we leverage the guidance and feedback of the prediction model to improve the capability of the captioning model. In this way, the captioning model can become aware of the task goal and information need from the PLM. To develop our approach, we design two specific training stages, where the first stage adapts the captioning model to the prediction model (selecting more suitable caption propositions for training) and the second stage tunes the captioning model according to the task goal (learning from feedback of the PLM). Extensive experiments demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed approach on the knowledge-based VQA task. Specifically, on the challenging A-OKVQA dataset, LAMOC outperforms several competitive zero-shot methods and even achieves comparable results to a fine-tuned VLP model. Our code is publicly available at https://github.com/RUCAIBox/LAMOC.
Most research about natural language generation (NLG) relies on evaluation benchmarks with limited references for a sample, which may result in poor correlations with human judgements. The underlying reason is that one semantic meaning can actually be expressed in different forms, and the evaluation with a single or few references may not accurately reflect the quality of the model's hypotheses. To address this issue, this paper presents a novel method, named Para-Ref, to enhance existing evaluation benchmarks by enriching the number of references. We leverage large language models (LLMs) to paraphrase a single reference into multiple high-quality ones in diverse expressions. Experimental results on representative NLG tasks of machine translation, text summarization, and image caption demonstrate that our method can effectively improve the correlation with human evaluation for sixteen automatic evaluation metrics by +7.82% in ratio. We release the code and data at https://github.com/RUCAIBox/Para-Ref.
Large language models (LLMs) encode a large amount of world knowledge. However, as such knowledge is frozen at the time of model training, the models become static and limited by the training data at that time. In order to further improve the capacity of LLMs for knowledge-intensive tasks, we consider augmenting LLMs with the large-scale web using search engine. Unlike previous augmentation sources (e.g., Wikipedia data dump), the web provides broader, more comprehensive and constantly updated information. In this paper, we present a web-augmented LLM UNIWEB, which is trained over 16 knowledge-intensive tasks in a unified text-to-text format. Instead of simply using the retrieved contents from web, our approach has made two major improvements. Firstly, we propose an adaptive search engine assisted learning method that can self-evaluate the confidence level of LLM's predictions, and adaptively determine when to refer to the web for more data, which can avoid useless or noisy augmentation from web. Secondly, we design a pretraining task, i.e., continual knowledge learning, based on salient spans prediction, to reduce the discrepancy between the encoded and retrieved knowledge. Experiments on a wide range of knowledge-intensive tasks show that our model significantly outperforms previous retrieval-augmented methods.
Large language models (LLMs) demonstrate impressive multilingual capability, but their performance varies substantially across different languages. In this work, we introduce a simple yet effective method, called cross-lingual-thought prompting (XLT), to systematically improve the multilingual capability of LLMs. Specifically, XLT is a generic template prompt that stimulates cross-lingual and logical reasoning skills to enhance task performance across languages. We conduct comprehensive evaluations on 7 typical benchmarks related to reasoning, understanding, and generation tasks, covering both high-resource and low-resource languages. Experimental results show that XLT not only remarkably enhances the performance of various multilingual tasks but also significantly reduces the gap between the average performance and the best performance of each task in different languages. Notably, XLT brings over 10 points of average improvement in arithmetic reasoning and open-domain question-answering tasks.
Language is essentially a complex, intricate system of human expressions governed by grammatical rules. It poses a significant challenge to develop capable AI algorithms for comprehending and grasping a language. As a major approach, language modeling has been widely studied for language understanding and generation in the past two decades, evolving from statistical language models to neural language models. Recently, pre-trained language models (PLMs) have been proposed by pre-training Transformer models over large-scale corpora, showing strong capabilities in solving various NLP tasks. Since researchers have found that model scaling can lead to performance improvement, they further study the scaling effect by increasing the model size to an even larger size. Interestingly, when the parameter scale exceeds a certain level, these enlarged language models not only achieve a significant performance improvement but also show some special abilities that are not present in small-scale language models. To discriminate the difference in parameter scale, the research community has coined the term large language models (LLM) for the PLMs of significant size. Recently, the research on LLMs has been largely advanced by both academia and industry, and a remarkable progress is the launch of ChatGPT, which has attracted widespread attention from society. The technical evolution of LLMs has been making an important impact on the entire AI community, which would revolutionize the way how we develop and use AI algorithms. In this survey, we review the recent advances of LLMs by introducing the background, key findings, and mainstream techniques. In particular, we focus on four major aspects of LLMs, namely pre-training, adaptation tuning, utilization, and capacity evaluation. Besides, we also summarize the available resources for developing LLMs and discuss the remaining issues for future directions.


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The Sunday News
Vusumuzi Dube and Bruce Ndlovu, Sunday News Reporters
POLICE on Tuesday were in full force in Bulawayo enforcing the 21-day lockdown to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic.
President Mnangagwa on Friday announced the 21-day lockdown to manage the pandemic which has infected more than 500 000 people globally.
A Sunday News crew on Tuesday toured a number of suburbs in the city and observed a high police presence, from road blocks to patrols with police officers educating people on the pandemic, emphasizing the need for residents to stay at home.
A number of motorists were observed being turned back at road blocks after failing to convince the law enforcement officers of their reasons for travelling.
At Emganwini shopping center the only major queue that was there was that of gas, however the would-be buyers were observing the one-meter social distancing directive.
It was only at Nketa 6 shopping Centre were the police present had to call for backup as there was a near stampede as residents queued for mealie-meal.
The two shops at the center that were selling the mealie-meal had to stop selling after police raised a red flag regarding the overcrowding at the centre.
“What we have done is that we have stopped the selling of the mealie meal for today (Tuesday), we will now approach it from a different perspective where the residents’ association will now play a lead role in the process.
“Tomorrow (Wednesday) the mealie meal will now be sold as per ward squares, led by the square leaders. This will ensure that the process is smooth sailing and people observe the social distancing directive,” said ward 24 residents’ association chairperson, Mr Wingsley Nhliziyo.
This news crew also visited one of the oldest suburbs in the city, Makokoba, and observed that people were going about their normal businesses. Although the major trading points in the suburb like Mkambo, Renkini bus terminus and the beer gardens in the suburb were closed, people could be seen converging at some illegal drinking spots in the suburb.
Makokoba MP, Alderman James Sithole said there was a need for enforcement officials to be more visible not only to disperse the gatherings but to educate the residents on the dangers of COVID-19.
“It is worrying that people seem to be relaxed especially in the high-density suburbs, I believe more still has to be done in terms of educating our citizens on the dangers of this pandemic. As a nation we cannot be honestly caught off-guard, we must heed the lockdown call so that after these 21 days we could have contained this pandemic as a nation,” said Ald Sithole.
The pandemic, first reported in China in December 2019 has spread rapidly throughout the world, forcing many countries to enforce shutdowns in a bid to halt new infections.
The virus thrives where people are crowded and already almost 25 000 deaths have been recorded while about 120 000 have successfully recovered.

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Feature photo: The Company of the RENT 20th Anniversary Tour, photo by Carol Rosegg A Pulitzer Prize winner. A 20th anniversary tour. A SOLD OUT run in Philadelphia. This is RENT. It’s no surprise that Jonathan Larson’s RENT once won the Tony award for best musical. It’s also no surprise that this show, about a group of young friends living with HIV/AIDS, received so many other … Continue reading This Year’s ‘RENT’- Broadway’s Bittersweet Rock Musical is SOLD OUT in Philadelphia
Feature photo: (L to R) Lencia Kebede, Lyndie Moe, Devinré Adams, Javon King. RENT 20th Anniversary Tour, Credit Carol Rosegg, 2018. If you see one musical in your lifetime, see RENT. This groundbreaking, Pulitzer Prize-winning show is continuing its 20th Anniversary Tour and making a stop at the Merriam Theatre from March 5th to 10th. RENT, loosely based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera La bohème, follows eight … Continue reading RENT, RENT, RENT…So many wonderful things about RENT!
Photo: Tyler Eisenreich, Kaitlyn Mayse and Gage Martin in Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella. By Carol Rosegg Fairy tales. We hear them often. We read them to our children. They were read to us as children. But very rarely do we get the opportunity to see them unfold before our eyes. The Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella you’ll see on stage at the Kimmel Center has a very … Continue reading Spend the Weekend with Cinderella at the Academy of Music
photos by of Carol Rosegg This weekend, Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella comes to the Kimmel Center’s Academy of Music. This version is unlike any you may have seen before, but still maintains all of the classic elements you know and love. With a new book by Douglas Carter Beane (who was raised in nearby Wyomissing), the musical creates a new experience for anyone who believes in … Continue reading Shaking Up a Classic Tale: Cinderella’s Kaitlyn Mayse Talks About the New Musical Coming to Philadelphia
Yesterday, the Philadelphia POPS announced their 2019-2020 season. The yearly announcement is always the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day- a POPS show will leave you on a high, swooning, and ready for another round. If you have yet to experience the Philadelphia POPS- the largest POPS orchestra in the United States- this upcoming season is your chance. With the 41st season being dubbed the TOPS … Continue reading The Philly POPS will take you to “THE TOPS OF THE POPS” for the 2019-20 Season!
A simple (on the surface) story of an Italian war bride and a stranger she meets while her family is out of town doesn’t seem too exhilarating. It certainly doesn’t seem like something worth turning into a musical. But The Bridges of Madison County is far from mundane. It’s breathtaking. It’s thought-provoking. It’s at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre until March 3rd and you should go … Continue reading The Bridges of Madison County is a Must-See Musical from the Philadelphia Theatre Company
It’s not very often that I come home and immediately write about what I just saw. Usually I sleep on it, gather my thoughts and a few cups of coffee, and then say what I have to say. Totally not true this time…dude. Listen, it’s cold outside. The best thing for you to do this weekend is head to the Kimmel Center and see the … Continue reading Go Back to the ’80s This Weekend with the Philly POPS!
On January 19, 2019, Hair O’ The Dog commemorated 25 years at The Crystal Tea Room in Center City Philadelphia. This year, the glamorous gala had a galactic “out of this world” theme and was hosted by radio and television personality, Mina “Say What” Llona. Party goers enjoyed gourmet fare and top-shelf libations, along with multiple top-notch performances. Guests wagged their tails off to music … Continue reading Hair O’ The Dog: 25 Years of Celebration
Come to the Kimmel Center this week for a Valentine’s Day preview via The Second City- one of the greatest comedy and improv theatres/institutions in existence! The Second City, which opened its doors in 1959, is bringing their touring company to Philadelphia for “It’s Not You, It’s Me”, a show which takes a stab at human relationships through their special blend of comedy. Second City … Continue reading The Second City’s World Famous Comedy Comes to Philadelphia for a Relationship Themed Show.
Photo: Company of Ken Ludwig’s A COMEDY OF TENORS at the Walnut Street Theatre. By Mark Garvin. Here are a few reasons why you should see Ken Ludwig’s A Comedy of Tenors, playing now until March 3rd on the Walnut Street Theatre’s main stage. -The plot is easy to follow, yet very engaging. -It has a classic sitcom feel. -The cast is perfect; it’s easy to forget they … Continue reading A Comedy of Tenors Will Be the Most Fun You’ll Have at the Theater All Year!

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Having sold over 400k copies within 24 hours of its release, Beyoncé‘s self-titled album has continued to shoot up charts, and just three days after its release Beyoncé has already broken the iTunes record for fastest selling album. With 828,773 copies already sold, the numbers show no signs of slowing down as fans continue to purchase the unannounced 32-track visual album while singles and music videos slowly reach streaming and sharing platforms. Featuring 14 tracks and 17 videos, Beyoncé is available now via iTunes.


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Justin Sharp On September 19, 2014 http://purenintendo.com/ Editor’s Note: At E3 2014 this year, we had the great pleasure of interviewing Marc Franklin, Senior Director of Public Relations at Nintendo of America. We discussed a lot of Nintendo’s E3 announcements as well as his personal favorite Nintendo series. Justin: Mr.
Trevor Gould On September 19, 2014 http://purenintendo.com *** TOYS VS MONSTERS *** Terrifying monsters have always been with us in our dreams and imagination.
Trevor Gould On September 19, 2014 http://purenintendo.com Review Overview Spikey Walls is an undeniable disappointment on nearly every level, sadly. SPIKEY WALLS has already invited a lot of criticism on itself as an unapologetic clone of the infamous game Flappy Bird. The side scrolling, arcade style, endless flyer was a flash in the pan on mobile nearly a year ago.
James On September 18, 2014 Today SEGA announces that Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric for the Wii U developed by LA-based Big Red Button will NOW be released onNovember 11th in conjunction with the release of Sonic Boom: Shattered Crystal for the Nintendo 3DS developed by Sanzaru Games of San Francisco, blanketing fans in a sea of Sonic blue ...
Moving Player announce their next 3DS title, Wizdom Trevor Gould On September 18, 2014 http://purenintendo.com This week Moving Player has announced Wizdom for the 3DS ...
REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content: NintendoeShop on Nintendo3DS Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS – Free Demo – Nintendo 3DS owners can download a free demo for the upcoming all-star fighting game in the Nintendo eShop starting at 9 a.m. PT on Sept. 19.
James Casson On September 18, 2014 http://purenintendo.com/ Capcom presented fans at the Tokyo Game Show 2014 with a new trailer for upcoming Phoenix Wright spin-off, The Great Ace Attorney. Set in the early 20th century, the game features Wright’s ancestor, Ryuunosuke Naruhodou.
Matt Paxton On September 17, 2014 http://sites.google.com/site/letsplayforchildsplay Review Overview Hyrule Warriors improves on the Warriors franchise by leaps and bounds First and foremost: The game isn’t just about you slaying thousands of monsters, but how you slay these thousands of monsters, as well as what else you can accomplish on the way.
James Casson On September 17, 2014 http://purenintendo.com/ A Final Fantasy Explorers demo will be available ahead of the game’s ful release later this year. The demo is dubbed Final Fantasy Explorers Light, and allows play of the opening parts of the game in both single and multiplayer modes – local or online.
James Casson On September 17, 2014 http://purenintendo.com/ The latest sales data from Japan is here and it was a big week for our Japanese friends by the looks of it, with a couple of new releases to keep them busy. In software, the biggest seller this week was Nintendo’s own Super Smash Bros. for 3DS, which stormed the charts to sell just shy of 1 million copies in its opening weekend.
Matt Paxton On September 17, 2014 http://sites.google.com/site/letsplayforchildsplay Hey Koopa Kast Fans! We are a short time away from PureNintendo.com’s bi-weeklky podcast, Koopa Kast. This week, we plan to talk about Nintendo of America’s latest broadcast, Nintendo Treehouse. In the span of eight hours, Nintendo showed off a plethora of upcoming games for both the Wii U and 3DS.
Trevor Gould On September 17, 2014 http://purenintendo.com Review Overview Just an average game, but an enjoyable enough way for fans to pass the time. Hideaways: Foggy Valley is very similar to City Mysteries, Selectsofts’ prior hidden object game that I reviewed a couple of months back. In fact, if you put the games side by side you might be hard pressed to tell them apart.
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Pet owners will get an opportunity to show which of their canines is top dog at the Mutt Strutt pet fair and community social to be held Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at Altura Park, 4101 Aspen NE, in Albuquerque.
Dogs will strut their stuff in a “catwalk” for prizes and titles that include Best Dressed, Naked Glory, Most Photogenic and Overall Master Mutt. There will also be vaccinations and microchipping for the furry friends, and face painting, family yoga, sweet treats and a raffle for the two-legged visitors.
The event is being sponsored by the Altura Park Neighborhood Association in collaboration with the city’s Animal Welfare Department. The Mutt Strutt is a fundraiser for Positive Links, a local nonprofit that works to raise awareness about the connection between animal abuse and human violence.
To register for the Mutt Strutt or buy raffle tickets in advance, go to www.thelinknm.com.