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"Waiting' for clear resolution
Published 4:00 am, Thursday, June 6, 1996
LUCINDA Coxon's "Waiting at the Water's Edge," which opened Tuesday at the Magic Theatre, is occasionally engrossing, at times entertaining and sporadically provocative. For the most part, though, it looks like a story floundering about in search of a more effective dramatic form. Not much more than two hours in actual running time, it feels like a much longer slog.
"Waiting" ranges from Wales to Nova Scotia, and back again, following the adventures of two young Welsh women. Just how young, isn't exactly clear in Julie Hebert's West Coast premiere staging at the Magic. (The script says they're 15, so the ambiguity, though confusing, may be appropriate.)
The story takes place in 1923. Violet (Francesca Faridany) is a miner's daughter, desperate for adventure and bitterly resentful of her surroundings. Gradually it becomes clear that she blames the community for her father's death - the only survivor of a mining accident, he was ridiculed and ostracized for his odd behavior afterward - and her mother's subsequent derangement.
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Susie (Nicola Frances) is desperate to become Violet's best friend. The two go to work as maids for the wealthy Therese Couth (Lynne Soffer), a partially paralyzed and dictatorial Frenchwoman who practically drives Susie mad with her insistence on old-fashioned niceties of servant etiquette. ( "They're not refined," Susie complains.
"They're just picky." )
Therese is locked in a battle of wills with her son Will (Michael Oosterom), who's trying to escape her domineering influence by going off to take over running one of his father's mines in Nova Scotia. Will becomes fascinated by Violet and in the oddly dispassionate consummation of his passion, she accidentally kills him. Dressed in his clothes, she heads for Nova Scotia in his stead.
Once there, she takes out her antipathy toward her old neighbors by ruthlessly trying to crush a miner's strike and tyrannizing her miner's son chauffeur (Craig Dickerson). She's both aided and hindered by the ghost of Will, although it turns out that the seeds of her downfall had been implanted during the same act that led to her adventure. Meanwhile, Susie finally comes to terms with Therese as she nurses her through a second stroke following the loss of her son.
It's a convoluted tale that neither holds together nor really pays off in the end, despite some beautifully realized scenes. Faridany is intriguingly distant, defensive and dissatisfied as Violet, especially when fending off Frances'insistently proferred friendship early on. She's positively eerie in the way she disassociates herself from her body when making love with Oosterom, and comically understated in trying to act like a man. She can't, however, quite bring off Coxon's notion that Violet loses her identity within Will's.
Frances is a bright, determined Susie, particularly charming in her growing bond with Soffer's Therese. A scene in which she stumbles through a newspaper account of a ballet performance, gently corrected by the older woman, is one of the most endearing moments in the whole evening. But their preceding scenes, as Susie begins to assert herself to the almost catatonic Therese, feel labored. Too many emotional beats are spelled out too clearly at too much length.
Director Hebert, who's given us some transcendently lyrical productions in the past - most notably of her own
"True Beauties" at the Magic in 1987 - seems to be pushing here for a lyricism and an emotional depth that aren't apparent in Coxon's script.
The quest for mystical significance is evident in Giulio Cesare Perrone's set, a broad sandstone Stonehenge of slabs and pillars with a depth that sometimes works against the director. Hebert ends up with some scenes partially obscured behind the stage's structural columns. Allison Connor's costumes provide a realistic period and class frame of reference, as Jeff Rowlings' painterly lights, J.A. Deane's exaggerated sound effects and some uncredited Welsh folk music add to the poetic resonance.
But it's on that level that Coxon's script has the least to offer. The presence of Will's ghost is never worked out to dramatic, psychological or narrative effect. For all the issues touched upon in Violet's betrayal of her class roots, her personal quandary dissolves in murky confusion. If the story comes to any dramatic or poetic resolution, it's missing in this production.
"We will be judged by the quality of our waiting," Susie declares near the evening's end. By that standard, the Magic's "Waiting" must be found wanting.
"Waiting at the Water's Edge'
* PLAYWRIGHT Lucinda Coxon
* DIRECTOR Julie Hebert
* CAST Francesca Faridany, Nicola Frances, Michael Oosterom, Lynne Soffer, Craig Dickerson
* THEATER Magic, through June 30 (415-441-8822)<


text: Finally, I can show this to the world! Here's what we did last summer! My wonderful wonderful team Hermes Pittakos, Tom Smith, Dave Felstead, Myriam Tillson, Emily Christman, Ruth Parry, Emma-Alexandra Watts, Alan H, so proud of all of us. Thanks also to Dan Frye over at Millennium FX and to Nigel Booth for early mentoring. Also a huge thanks to Colin Arthur and his wonderful wife Sarah - couldn't have done it without you both! Check out this article on the film in Fangoria and take a peek at the official Facebook for latest news and updates from our director Ben Aston - can't wait for the premiere!

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North West Crumble Odyssey
from mykel fatali on 19 Mar 2017
An old trip edit of leftovers and park footage from 2014.
Filmed by Mykel Fatali, Geoff Phillip, Cody Lampman, Tad Tregeagle and Carter Leblanc.
Chopped by Geoff Phillip
Spring Trip Edit
from mykel fatali on 7 Jul 2014
Good times and a few bad busts with the Salt Lake and Vegas boys
Skaters: Mykel Fatali (Leftover footy), Cody Lampman (Leftover footy), Tad Tregeagle, Chris Napoleon, Dan Bird and Tony Rivituso.
Film: Mykel Fatali, Dan Bird and Cody Lampman
Edit: Mykel Fatali
Ode to james money’s trip edits
from mykel fatali on 2 Apr 2014
Four nights in Colorado bladin with the boys
Skaters: Howie Bennett, Dennis Illingworth, Greg Schlosser, Cody Lampman, Mykel Fatali, Josh Hayes, Ian Walker, Smiley, Jeremy Spira, Justin Barr, Greg Freeman and Chris Burlingame.
12 days in Denver with Geoff Phillip
from mykel fatali on 25 Dec 2013
“The Quit Your Life Tour.” An idea to make an edit in each city with a different camera/filmer/editor. After the Wichita trip was cut short due to James leaving on an unexpected business trip, I returned to Denver CO to film part 6 with the boys. I cut off all my hair, bought some new skins and started spot hunting. I skated every day, whether driving for miles with Mykel or skating around in the heart of the city with Walker, and I managed to clip up enough for this edit. I hadn’t skated any Denver spots since my El Chupo part, so it was nice to sort of look at the city with fresh eyes and try to explore different options for the spots I already knew. The rest is a blur of kush smoke and good times with my homies in Renfer. Next up: West Coast Trip Edit
Edited by Mykel Fatali.
Filmed by Ian Walker, Mykel Fatali, Greg Schlosser, Justin Barr and Howie Bennett.
Filmed using a canon t2i, sony nex7, Panasonic hvx, and canon 7d.
In case you missed the first five stops on tour:
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Scumpire Crew at March TNR
from mykel fatali on 27 May 2013
The March edition of Thursday Night Roll found the Scumpire gang all gathered together in Erie, Colorado for a cold night of blading followed by some good old-fashioned garage bombing.
Bladers in order of appearance: Ian Walker, Mykel Fatali, Jeremy Spira, Justin Barr, Cody Lampman, Ian Forgette, Anderson Current, Kevin Carey, Jeff Stanger and Greg Schlosser.
Filmed by: Ian Walker and Mykel Fatali
Edited by: Mykel Fatali
Don’t miss the entire Scumpire crew in their upcoming film, El Chupo. Dropping Fall 2013.

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Are you tired of wishing for an affordable vacation that doesn't compromise on experience? Uncover Thrifty Travel Secrets for Budget-Friendly Vacations is a must-read for anyone seeking to make their travel dreams a reality without breaking the bank.
From insider tips on scoring cheap flights to exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations, this article holds the key to unlocking a world of budget-friendly travel possibilities.
Whether you're looking to embark on a spontaneous adventure or simply seeking alternative accommodation options, this comprehensive guide has got you covered.
Explore Your Own City and Region
Exploring your own city and region can uncover hidden gems and unique experiences right in your backyard. Whether it's visiting local tourist sites, trying out unique activities, or indulging in the local culinary scene, there are plenty of budget-friendly options for adventure seekers.
Taking walking or cycling tours, getting city tourism passes, and road-tripping to nearby states or provinces are great ways to discover regional differences without breaking the bank. For those seeking outdoor adventures, national and regional parks offer affordable camping opportunities.
Additionally, finding last-minute tour deals and alternative accommodation options like house sitting can provide unique and affordable travel experiences. By exploring their own city and region, budget-conscious travelers can break down stereotypes, save money, and enjoy a sense of freedom in their travels.
National and Regional Parks
National and regional parks provide budget-friendly opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the great outdoors and camp at low fees. These parks offer a range of activities, including hiking, wildlife viewing, and photography, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in nature without breaking the bank.
Camping in national parks can be a cost-effective option, with fees often lower than traditional accommodations. Some countries also allow free camping on public lands, further reducing expenses. By bringing their own supplies and practicing Leave No Trace principles, travelers can save even more money.
Exploring national and regional parks provides a sense of freedom and adventure, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious travelers seeking affordable and immersive outdoor experiences.
Last-Minute Cruise Deals
For discounted prices, travelers can find last-minute cruise deals through various online platforms and travel agencies. By taking advantage of these deals, budget-conscious adventurers can enjoy a spontaneous and cost-effective vacation on the high seas.
Here are some tips for securing last-minute cruise deals:
- Keep an eye on online travel websites and cruise line portals for flash sales and special promotions.
- Consider flexible travel dates to increase the chances of finding last-minute availability at discounted rates.
- Contact travel agencies specializing in cruise vacations to inquire about exclusive last-minute deals.
These strategies empower travelers to embrace spontaneity and freedom, allowing them to embark on unforgettable cruise experiences without breaking the bank.
Alternative Accommodation Options
Consider alternative accommodation options like house sitting for a unique and affordable travel experience. House sitting allows travelers to stay in a home for free while taking care of pets and maintaining the property. This option not only provides comfortable living arrangements but also fosters connections with local communities. Another alternative is volunteering abroad, which can significantly reduce accommodation expenses while contributing to meaningful causes. Travel rewards and loyalty programs offer opportunities to earn free stays at hotels or resorts. Additionally, taking advantage of off-peak travel seasons can result in lower accommodation costs. These alternative options provide freedom and flexibility, allowing travelers to explore the world without breaking the bank.
|Commitment to pet and home care
|Immersive local experience
|Limited availability of opportunities
|Potential for last-minute cancellations
Last-Minute Tour Bookings
House sitting and volunteering abroad are great ways to save money on accommodation. However, for those looking to explore different destinations with guided tours, last-minute tour bookings can offer discounted prices and flexible itineraries.
When considering last-minute tour bookings, travelers should keep the following in mind:
- Look for last-minute tour deals for discounted prices
- Choose tours with flexible itineraries and options
- Take advantage of group discounts on tours
House Sitting for Free Accommodation
House sitting offers travelers the opportunity to enjoy free accommodation while caring for pets and homes in various locations, providing a comfortable and cost-effective way to explore different destinations. This arrangement allows individuals to connect with homeowners and local communities, while also saving money on accommodation expenses. Here are some key points to consider when house sitting for free accommodation:
|Comforts of a home
|Saving on accommodation
|Length of commitment
|Variety of destinations
|Compatibility with owners
House sitting not only provides a budget-friendly option for accommodation but also offers a unique and enriching travel experience.
Finding Cheap Flights
After exploring cost-effective accommodation options such as house sitting, travelers can further optimize their budget by finding cheap flights for their desired destinations.
- Look for flight deals and discounts
- Subscribe to airline newsletters for promotions
- Use flight comparison websites for the best deals
- Consider booking flights on Tuesdays or Wednesdays for potential savings
Be flexible with travel dates and destinations:
- Explore different departure and arrival dates for cheaper options
- Consider flying to alternative airports near your destination
- Be open to traveling during off-peak seasons for lower fares
Utilize budget airlines for affordable fares:
- Research budget airline options for your desired routes
- Be mindful of additional fees and restrictions
Consider the overall cost including extra charges for baggage and amenities.
Traveling contrarian allows savvy travelers to discover off-the-beaten-path destinations and save money by bucking the trends of popular tourist seasons. By going against the grain, they can enjoy unique experiences with fewer crowds and lower costs. Here are some tips for contrarian travel:
|Contrarian Travel Tips
|Visit off-peak destinations
|Travel in shoulder seasons
|Explore unconventional routes
|Embrace local festivals
Contrarian travel offers the freedom to explore lesser-known destinations and indulge in authentic experiences. By avoiding peak seasons, travelers can escape the hustle and bustle, enjoy more affordable accommodations, and relish the true essence of a location. This approach empowers individuals to savor the joys of discovery, unconstrained by conventional tourist hotspots.
Budget-Friendly Bus Companies
Explore budget-friendly bus companies such as FlixBus for economical and convenient travel options to various destinations. These bus companies offer budget-conscious travelers the freedom to roam without breaking the bank.
Consider the following benefits of opting for budget-friendly bus companies:
- Cost-Effective Travel: Save money on transportation costs.
- Flexible Routes: Enjoy the freedom to travel to multiple destinations.
- Comfortable Amenities: Access onboard facilities for a pleasant journey.
Take Advantage of Off-Peak Travel Seasons
Taking advantage of off-peak travel seasons can lead to significant cost savings and a more enjoyable travel experience. Travelers can enjoy lower prices on accommodations, flights, and activities during off-peak times, allowing them to make the most of their budget.
Additionally, avoiding the crowds that are common during peak seasons provides a sense of freedom and flexibility to explore destinations at a more relaxed pace. Whether it's visiting popular tourist attractions without the long lines or experiencing the local culture without the hustle and bustle, off-peak travel seasons offer a more authentic and immersive experience.
Embracing off-peak travel also allows for greater spontaneity and the opportunity to discover hidden gems that may be overshadowed during peak times.

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Moravian music is one of North Carolina's most striking and significant contributions to the heritage of the fine arts in the United States. In the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, Salem and the other Moravian communities of the Wachovia tract in modern Forsyth County reached a level of musical composition and performance matched in North America only by that in the Moravian settlements in Pennsylvania.
Although a small body of secular music, particularly chamber music, exists by Moravian composers, most of their works were sacred in character, written to express or enhance the spirituality of these intensely devout communities. Music was an essential part of formal Moravian worship, but it was also used to punctuate the ordinary routines of communal life and commemorate special occasions. Births, deaths, marriages, worship services, and festivals were announced in a Moravian settlement through hymns or chorales played from the church steeple by a trombone ensemble. Congregational singing was an important part of nearly every service. Arias for soloists, choral anthems, and instrumental works were also in great demand. While some of these were taken from the works of non-Moravians, the large majority were written by a series of accomplished Moravian musicians, many of whom were ministers who considered themselves musical amateurs, between the mid-eighteenth and late nineteenth centuries.
In larger Moravian centers such as Salem, the collegium musicum, or civic orchestra, was dedicated to maintaining high musical standards through teaching, performance, instrument making, and music acquisition. The roots of the Moravian Church in both its original and renewed forms were sunk deep in Bohemia and Germany, some of the most musically fertile parts of Europe. Moravians in Saxony drew on both the rich musical heritage of German Protestantism and the proximity of many prominent composers of the late baroque, classical, and early romantic eras. Because the various Moravian groups in Europe, England, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina were in constant contact with each other, these composers' styles, techniques, and works spread rapidly throughout the Moravian community. As a result, the inhabitants of Salem in the revolutionary and early national eras sang, played, and sometimes wrote music similar to what might have been heard or written at the same time in Vienna, Prague, Leipzig, or London.
Three men with connections to Salem illustrate aspects of the town's musical life. Johannes Herbst (1735-1812), a native of Swabia, served his church in Germany and England before coming to America in 1786, bringing with him a library of well over 1,000 choral and vocal works, mostly copied in his hand and including more than 300 compositions of his own. After many years in Pennsylvania, he was sent in 1811 to minister to the congregation at Salem. He died eight months later, leaving his great collection. Johann Friedrich Peter (1746-1813) was born in Holland, arrived in Pennsylvania in 1770, and served as pastor in Salem from 1780 to 1790, where he composed, in addition to many anthems and solo songs, six string quintets which are the earliest-known chamber music written in America. Finally, Edward William Leinbach (1823-1901), a native of Salem, was one of the relatively rare professional musicians among the Moravian composers. After study in Boston he returned home to life as a church organist, choirmaster, and teacher in the Salem Female Academy, in the course of which he composed a number of anthems and hymn tunes.
Leinbach reached maturity as the distinctions between the Moravians in Salem and the surrounding non-Moravian culture were diminishing. Existing only in manuscript copies, most Moravian music was never widely known outside Moravian circles, and by the time Leinbach died in 1901, much of it was forgotten. Still, thousands of pieces rested in the Moravian archives in Bethlehem, Pa., and Winston-Salem. In 1950 the first Moravian Music Festival began modern performance of these works, and in 1956 the Moravian Music Foundation was established in Winston-Salem to foster research and publication in line with current scholarly and editorial standards.
Donald M. McCorkle, The Moravian Contribution to American Music (1956).
Daniel B. Thorp, The Moravian Community in Colonial North Carolina (1989).
Image courtesy of the Moravian Church Archives, Bethleham, PA. Available from http://www.moravianchurcharchives.org/thismonth/12_02%20Johannes%20Herbst.pdf (accessed June 12, 2012).
Moravian Music Festival: http://www.moravianmusicfestival.org/
Moravian Music Foundation: http://www.moravianmusic.org/
1 January 2006 | Hutcheson, John A., Jr.

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Understanding the Process of Buying Car Insurance Online
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Once you have chosen a policy, you can purchase it online. Most companies offer secure payment options, such as credit cards or PayPal. It is important to keep a copy of the policy for your records.
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(born in Denmark) singer and composer. She has performed albums and projects. The project Here With You grew out of the urge to write music for meditation and reflection in English. Amanda Lagoni has a Master's Degree in Rythmic singing from the Royal Academy of Music , Aarhus, Denmark.
Selected recordings: Listen to music; Her Hos Dig; Cities like Home 2010; Space To Breathe 2009; Here With You 2010
(Anni b Sweet) (born in 1988 in Málaga, Spain). Singer and songwriter. She began her career performing in bands. In 2007, Anni started to perform as a solo artist and word of her spread among music fans through MySpace. In 2008, she was signed by Subterfuge Records, with whom she released her debut album Start, Restart, Undo. Anni was offered the chance to perform at the Festival Internacional de Benicàssim in 2009 before having released her album. In October 2009, Anni's acoustic cover version of Take On Me, by A-Ha was used on a television advert for a major fast food chain.
Selected recordings (albums): Start, Restart, Undo (2009); Oh, Monsters! (2012)
Awards: She was voted Artist Sensation of 2009 by El País online.
Born in Ovar. In 1994 she entered at the High School of Music and Performing Arts, Polytechnic Institute in Porto where she completed her Bachelors (1997) and High Specialization Course / Degree (2000) in the class composition of the composer Candido Lima. She is a member (2000/2001) of the MC47 group - a mixed music group and also collaborates with the Música Nova Group. She writes for various instrumental and vocal formations and electroacoustic, audiovisual music and multimedia works. Starts in the academic year 2004/2005, the PhD in Composition under the guidance of composer João Pedro Oliveira, at the Aveiro University and later with the composer Mario Mary, at the University of Paris VII.


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In total, about 70 residents from at least a dozen towns, including groups from Fairhaven and Falmouth, attended the meeting to share their experiences and thoughts with state Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Public Health representatives. At the state's request, many also made recommendations for next steps.
The complainants allege that police officers prevented some people from entering a meeting because the room was full but say they have video showing empty seats. "I feel we have answered all of the accusations. The police chief interviewed the four officers and they all said it never happened," Silvia said.
ter two years and thousands of pages of public testimony, the Cape Cod Commission voted Thursday to deny without prejudice a four-turbine wind project proposed for Bournedale. ...The county regulatory board spent three hours Thursday discussing the project in front of a packed house.
The majority of the Wind Energy Research Panel is recommending the proposal be scuttled because it won't be a financial benefit to Lenox, but would raise health concerns and yield a negative environmental impact. The panel was assigned to evaluate a single or double municipal wind-turbine installation atop Lenox Mountain.
About 100 people, most of them from the Squantum neighborhood, turned out for the hearing Feb. 8 on the 397-foot structure proposed for the harbor island. The island officially lies in Quincy but Boston owns its land. The hearing was suspended about an hour into the session when City Councilor Brian McNamee said the City Hall meeting room was uncomfortably crowded.
But the utility - facing an early-April deadline to consummate the merger deal that was announced back in October 2010 - finally blinked and agreed to concessions that were signed this morning with the Patrick administration and Attorney General Martha Coakley's office.
Pieces of Fairhaven's two planned wind turbines began arriving in town today, the first in a series of pre-dawn deliveries that will continue over the next few weeks.
The departments will take public testimony into the perceived health impacts of turbines as considered in the state study, but it is anticipated that local opponents of the planned New Generation Wind turbines north of the canal in Bournedale and Buzzards Bay will attend the session.
The Patrick Administration can continue to ignore the green bubbles bursting around us, while it's in the public interest that they provide us with an honest accounting and some painful acknowledgments.
New Bedford fishermen voiced serious concerns about the impact of offshore wind turbines on fish stocks and navigation at a meeting Monday with federal officials from the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. ..."We're very concerned about winter flounder spawning areas," said Ron Smolowitz of the Fisheries Survival Fund.
As Fairhaven looks toward two turbines to claim its stake in what some people consider clean energy's future, the present has become a divisive nightmare. While the debate rages in SouthCoast, two different Massachusetts towns show how differently wind power can affect the people and places that receive them. In one town, the turbines are a source of pioneering pride. The other? A bitter — and some say literal — pain.
There have been numerous procedural twists and turns in review of New Generation Wind plans to construct four turbines off Scenic Highway and Route 25, Buzzards Bay. Now there is another.
Until recently Duxbury was planning to build a wind turbine, too. But that plan came under attack by a group of residents who said they feared that living near a turbine would undermine their health, lower their property values, and alter the neighborhood's residential character. They hired an attorney, produced a report attacking the financial basis of the project, and won a vote from selectmen urging the committee not to seek funds for the project.
He argued that Austin doesn't have grounds to appeal the decision because she lives three-quarters of a mile away from the site and is not a direct abutter. ...But Austin said she speaks for 92 residents of Dennis and Yarmouth who signed a petition opposing the turbine, including a woman who lives only 1,600 feet away in Yarmouthport.
The town committee studying a potential municipal wind-turbine installation on Lenox Mountain is flashing some red lights about the project as it completes its final recommendation to the Selectmen.
Committee member Richard Jones said the committee had initially hoped the project would pay for itself within four to six years. But after readings of a meteorological tower perched atop Ball Hill for the past year yielded low wind speeds, those hopes were dashed. "You can't really raise your hand and justify a 15-year payback on a project of this type," he said.
Centerville attorney John Kenney, who represents the Aquaculture Research Corp. in Dennis, the plaintiff in the suit, said an Orleans District Court judge turned down Yarmouth's request for intervenor status. But the judge is allowing Yarmouth to file a brief in support of Rosemarie Austin of Dennis, who opposes the turbine and is a defendant in the case.
Panel member Joanne Magee, a project opponent, criticized the study, commissioned by the Department of Environmental Protection, because "it was chartered to address noise and sound concerns in an effort to advance the wind-energy agenda in the state, so it had a particular context that was going to shape the findings and the evidence that was presented."
"The finding that there is no association between wind turbine noise and adverse health effects on people living nearby flys [sic] in the faces of Falmouth's wind turbine neighbors who experience sleep deprivation, ear pressure, depression and tinnitus among other ailments," Mr. Donald wrote.
In December, approximately 160 people signed a letter challenging specific zoning actions for the town project, including the validity of the building permit. According to the official process, the building commissioner must respond to such a complaint before the matter can be appealed to the zoning board.

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Brave Combat Federation has today announced further details for its fourteenth edition. Brave 14 will be hosted in Tangier, Morocco on 18 August 2018. The event will be held in the patronage of His Majesty Mohammed VI, the King of Morocco. The organization announced the latest development on the 49th edition of Brave News, its weekly online show. Brave Combat Federation is the first global mixed martial event to host a show in Africa.
Brave 14 will be the first fight card held after the historic debut in Europe. Brave 13 was held in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in a show that featured Bantamweight champion Stephen Loman’s first title defense, with the Filipino star beating Frans Mlambo by unanimous decision, after five hard-fought rounds.
In a prelude to entry into the African continent, the promotion had secured extensive broadcast coverage in Africa through the partnership with StarSat and Vodacom. The event will also establish a base for upcoming events by Brave Combat Federation in the continent of Africa.
Before the Morocco announcement, there were speculations that Brazil, Spain, South Africa or the Philippines could be Brave’s next destination. The promotion reiterates that events in these countries are very much on their radar.
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Two officials jailed for economic data leaks
Updated: 2011-10-24 19:48
BEIJING - Two officials have been jailed for divulging state secrets in relation to China's confidential economic statistics, procurators said Monday.
Sun Zhen, a former official from the National Bureau of Statistics, was sentenced to five years in prison for leaking 27 classified items between June 2009 and January of this year, said Li Zhongcheng, a senior procurator of the Supreme People's Procuratorate, at a press conference held by the State Council's Information Office on Monday.
Wu Chaoming, a former research fellow from an institute under the People's Bank of China, the country's central bank, was sentenced to jail for six years, Li said.
Wu was convicted of intentionally disclosing 25 classified items between January and June 2010.
Sun and Wu were convicted and sentenced by the Xicheng District People's Court in Beijing. Neither of them lodged an appeal.
The statistics leaked by the two officials included those regarding China's industrial added value output, gross domestic product (GDP), consumer price index (CPI), broad money supply (M2), and narrow measure of money supply (M1), Li said.
The leaked items are considered to be state secrets before they are officially released.
Li said authorities have also investigated four employees of security businesses in relation to the leaks.
The illegal disclosure of the country's economic statistics can disturb the market order and harm the interests of the country and its people, and China will continue its heavy-handed approach against such crimes, Li said.
An investigation of the two officials' cases showed that they were driven by illegal benefits, with a lack of legal consciousness also playing a role, Du Yongsheng, spokesman for the National Administration for the Protection of State Secrets, said at the press conference.
Journalists and media organizations should abide by the rules and ethics of their trade and refrain from violating laws regarding state secrecy in their reporting, Du said.


Wētā Sydney Lightweight Trailer with Aluminium Ramps
Loading the boat onto the trailer
- Unfold the ramps and set them so they are lined up with the edges of the platform.
- Unravel the winch hook and rest the hook in the middle of the platform
- Line up the boat on the trolley so the wheels are lined up with the ramps and bring it forward so the wheels are touching the ramps. Attach the winch hook which should be conveniently located to reach the trolley upright. Push the hook through between the rubber stopper and the V-chock on the trolley upright and hook onto the webbing.
- Use the winch handle to pull the trolley onto the trailer using your free arm to steer the front of the trolley so the bow is kept clear of snags.
- Tighten the winch until the trolley is held tightly against the roller of the winch bar so that the bow rises keeping the trailer clear of the drawbar*.
- Secure the safety chain around the trolley*.
*TIP: Consider adding Webbing Protector sleeves to protect the webbing of the winch on the sharp edges of the trolley and prevent the safety chain from cutting into the aluminium of the trolley.
Securing the boat for a short journey
To avoid damage to the trolley, always tie the boat to the trolley and then the trolley to the trailer.
Secure the main hull to the trolley using the rope trolley ties at the stern and at the bow, secure the amas by taking the mainsheet over the tramps, through the coiled stays on top (you can leave the side stays attached to the amas to save time) and attach the mainsheet hook to the cunningham hook then tighten and secure with the mainsheet cleat. Then secure the trolley to the trailer at the bow and with two ropes from the axle to the rear corners of the trailer so it is kept centred on the platform.
NOTE Don’t use ratchet straps over the boat and attach them directly to the trailer – it can lead to scratches in the gelcoat or cracks.
The folded ramps will fit under the trolley with the boat loaded.
TIP Add a large rubber mat or carpet to the platform surface to prevent the ramps rattling


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Human Rights Watch has condemned the deportation by Malaysia of a Thai activist, who is wanted in her home country for her anti-monarchy views.
In a statement this morning, the international NGO’s Asia director Brad Adams expressed concern that Praphan Pipithnamporn, who is an asylum seeker registered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), could face persecution in Thailand.
Praphan fled to Malaysia in January this year, after the Thai authorities issued an arrest warrant against her, accusing her of sedition and organised crime over her involvement in the Organization for Thai Federation, a group that is critical of the monarchy and calls for a republic on social media.
She then applied for refugee status with UNHCR in Kuala Lumpur, and on April 2, the refugee agency registered her claim as an asylum seeker and designated her a ‘person of concern’.
However, Praphan was arrested by the Malaysian police on April 24, at the request of their Thai counterparts, and was sent back to Bangkok on May 10, where Adams said she is likely to face an unfair trial.
“Malaysia’s flouting of international law has placed a Thai activist at grave risk of arbitrary detention and an unjust prosecution in Thailand.
“Malaysian authorities have an obligation to protect asylum seekers like Praphan from being forcibly returned to the risk of being persecuted for their peaceful political views,” Adams said, adding that prior to her fleeing to Malaysia, Praphan had faced intimidation from Thai authorities.
He said Praphan was arrested several times between September and December 2018, and held incommunicado under military detention. Threats against Praphan intensified after she participated in a peaceful anti-monarchy activity during the birthday memorial for the late King Rama IX on Dec 5 last year.
“On that day, she wore a black T-shirt with a logo of her group and handed out leaflets criticising the monarchy at a Bangkok shopping mall.”
Adams noted that under customary international law, Malaysia is obligated to ensure that no one is forcibly sent to a place where they would risk being subjected to persecution, torture or other serious human rights violations.

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About 76,000 premature deaths could have been averted if coal power plants in the country had implemented on time the emission standard norms notified by the Environment Ministry in 2015, according to a study by a green body.
Based on data accessed under the Right To Information response given by the Central Pollution Control Board, Greenpeace India released an analysis Health and Environmental benefits of implementing the emission standards for coal-based TPPs on Friday.
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Chronic spinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating medical condition. In the acute phase after injury, there is cell loss resulting in chronic axonal damage and loss of sensory and motor function including loss of oligodendrocytes that results in demyelination of axons and further dysfunction. In the chronic phase, the inhibitory environment within the lesion including the glial scar can arrest axonal growth and regeneration and can also potentially affect transplanted cells. We hypothesized that glial scar ablation (GSA) along with cell transplantation may be required as a combinatorial therapy to achieve functional recovery, and therefore we proposed to examine the survival and fate of human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) derived pre-oligodendrocyte progenitor cells (pre-OPCs) transplanted in a model of chronic SCI, whether this was affected by GSA, and whether this combination of treatments would result in functional recovery. In this study, chronically injured athymic nude (ATN) rats were allocated to one of three treatment groups: GSA only, pre-OPCs only, or GSA+pre-OPCs. We found that human iPSC derived pre-OPCs were multi-potent and retained the ability to differentiate into mainly oligodendrocytes or neurons when transplanted into the chronically injured spinal cords of rats. Twelve weeks after cell transplantation, we observed that more of the transplanted cells differentiated into oligodendrocytes when the glial scar was ablated compared with no GSA. Further, we also observed that a higher percentage of transplanted cells differentiated into V2a interneurons and motor neurons in the pre-OPCs only group when compared with GSA+pre-OPCs. This suggests that the local environment created by ablation of the glial scar may have a significant effect on the fate of cells transplanted into the injury site.
Keywords: cell therapy; human induced pluripotent stem cells; oligodendrocyte progenitor cells; spinal cord injury.

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Twelve new shotcreting machines are supplied to Taiwan by Putzmeister to work on major upgrade of one of the most dangerous, yet most spectacular, highways in the world.
Suhua Highway, spectacular and dangerous
One of 12 SPM 500 WETKRET units in action
Clinging to the steep mountainsides of the north east coast of Taiwan, the narrow winding Suhua Highway is a blackspot for serious traffic accidents and suffers frequent landslides caused by the weak geology and heavy rain and typhoons of the island's tropical rainy season. To improve safety and security and boost tourism in this outstanding area of Taiwan, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) is building 38.4km of tunnels and bridges to replace the three most dangerous sectors of the highway. Work started on the project in 2011 and is expected to be completed in 2018.
Fig 1. Key tunnel upgrade elements
Geological investigation compares data from 275 borehole drillings completed during the past 30 years and a further 27 recent drillings to make sure the soil and water conditions are adequate to support the construction. Kung Sing Engineering Corp, one of the largest construction companies in Taiwan and based in Taipei, was engaged to complete the Suhua Highway Improvement Project.
Putzmeister Underground was commissioned by Kung Sing to provide 12 SPM 500 WETKRET concrete spraying systems for structural support in the headings of the Kuan-yin tunnel in section B2 of the project, and for the Ku-feng tunnel of section B3 (Fig 1). The equipment was supplied through Putzmeister's Taipei-based distributor, Antung Group, which also provides spare parts and after-sales service.
The two tunnels have an overall length of approximately 13km, each being 7.94km and 4.66km. The corresponding cost for the tunnels is NT$9.208 billion and NT$7.2 billion respectively.
The tunnels are designed as drill+blast NATM operations on a top heading and bench sequence. Excavation is to advance from both portals of each and progress on two 12hr shifts/day.
"We are proud that our equipment meets the requirements of Kung Sing Engineering Group for concrete spraying operations in the tunnelling works," said Max Eckstein, International Sales Manager of the Putzmeister Underground Division.
The SPM 500 WETKRET series has been used in a large number of tunnelling projects worldwide. With a vertical reach of 17m and a spraying capacity of 30m3/hr, the machine is suitable for both medium and large tunnel sections, galleries and slopes.
SPM 500 WETKRET unit ready for work
Handywork of the SPM 500 machine
Table 1. SPM 500 WEKTRET technical data
Telescopic spraying arm
Max vertical reach
Max horizontal reach
Double piston, hydraulically-driven
Concrete output (theoretical)
Max 30m3/hr, variable
30 - 700litres/hr, synchronised with concrete
Max working pressure
"Putzmeister has been designing, developing and producing concrete spraying equipment for more than 30 years," said Eckstein. "The main components - chassis, concrete pump, spraying arm and control software - are designed, developed and produced in-house in order to offer perfectly synchronised equipment to meet customer requirements and the rough working conditions in tunnelling and mining."
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The vCenter VAMI service must use cryptography to protect the integrity of remote sessions.
Data exchanged between the user and the web server can range from static display data to credentials used to log in the hosted application. Even when data appears to be static, the nondisplayed logic in a web page may expose business logic or trusted system relationships. The integrity of all the data being exchanged between the user and web server must always be trusted. To protect the integrity and trust, encryption methods should be used to protect the complete communication session.
To protect the integrity and confidentiality of the remote sessions, VAMI uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS).
Satisfies: SRG-APP-000015-WSR-000014, SRG-APP-000315-WSR-000003
If the output does not match the expected result, this is a finding.
Note: The command must be run from a bash shell and not from a shell generated by the "appliance shell". Use the "chsh" command to change the shell for the account to "/bin/bash". Refer to KB Article 2100508 for more details:


President Donald Trump has continued to shuffle the deck at the National Security Council (NSC), where he installed a White House ally as senior director for intelligence.
Attorney Michael Ellis started his new job on Monday and his immediate superior is White House lawyer John Eisenberg, according to Politico. The development was described as latest instance of the Trump administration putting loyalists in key roles. Ellis will be privy to extremely sensitive information.
Indeed, the reassignment of the brothers Vindman now seems a distant memory, but Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman’s testimony about Ellis and Eisenberg is worth singling out here. Per Politico:
Ellis also featured in the Ukraine scandal, according to testimony heard by the House Intelligence Committee during the impeachment investigation.
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, a decorated Army officer who served as the National Security Council’s director for Ukraine, told lawmakers in October that Ellis and Eisenberg were the ones who decided to move the record of Trump’s phone call with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky into the NSC’s top-secret codeword system—a server normally used to store highly classified material that only a small group of officials can access.
In short: a person involved in limiting access to President Trump’s July 25 call with Volodymyr Zelensky was promoted. This is the call that sparked a whistleblower complaint and got the dominoes toppling toward impeachment. The people who testified about that call were reassigned.
What else do we know about Ellis? The White House included Ellis’s résumé when announcing his addition to the White House Counsel’s Office, when Don McGahn was running the show as of March 7, 2017:
Michael Ellis serves as Special Assistant to the President, Senior Associate Counsel to the President, and Deputy National Security Council Legal Advisor. Most recently, Mr. Ellis served as General Counsel of the U.S. House of Representatives Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Prior to joining the U.S. House of Representatives, Mr. Ellis was a Law Clerk to Judge Jeffrey Sutton of the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and to Judge Amul Thapar of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky. Earlier in his career, Mr. Ellis served as an Associate Director in the White House Office of Strategic Initiatives. Mr. Ellis is also an intelligence officer in the United States Navy Reserve. Mr. Ellis earned his bachelor’s degree from Dartmouth College and his J.D. from Yale Law School.
Some things to point out about this: 1) Ellis has intelligence experience; 2) he has experience working for Trump; 3) he was General Counsel for the House Intelligence Committee when it was chaired by Rep. Devin Nunes (R-Calif.).
On that last point, the New York Times once identified Ellis as one of two White House officials who provided Nunes with “the intelligence reports that showed that President Trump and his associates were incidentally swept up in foreign surveillance by American spy agencies.” That was reported on March 30, 2017. Notably, these Nunes sources were described as “whistleblowers”:
Since disclosing the existence of the intelligence reports, Mr. Nunes has refused to identify his sources, saying he needed to protect them so others would feel safe going to the committee with sensitive information. In his public comments, he has described his sources as whistle-blowers trying to expose wrongdoing at great risk to themselves.
That does not appear to be the case. Several current American officials identified the White House officials as Ezra Cohen-Watnick, the senior director for intelligence at the National Security Council, and Michael Ellis, a lawyer who works on national security issues at the White House Counsel’s Office and was previously counsel to Mr. Nunes’s committee. Though neither has been accused of breaking any laws, they do appear to have sought to use intelligence to advance the political goals of the Trump administration.
Then-House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) repeated the “whistleblower” description during an interview.
“[Nunes] had told me that like a whistle blower-type person had given him some information that was new that spoke to the last administration and part of this investigation,” Ryan said.
During his time at Dartmouth, Ellis was the editor-in-chief of The Dartmouth Review. After graduating, he actually appeared on Jeopardy! as a contestant. Several years ago, Ellis spoke about that experience during an interview with the publication he used to run. He also discussed how he came to advance Republican causes.
Ellis said that when he was a college freshman, he volunteered for the George W. Bush–Dick Cheney campaign, ascended pretty quickly and ended up getting a job in the Bush White House after he graduated.
“My experience working on the Bush campaign in ’04 led to a position at the White House right after my graduation from Dartmouth. From March 2006 to February 2007, I worked in the Office of Strategic Initiatives, an office that actually no longer exists,” he said. “Obama shut it down once he took office, perhaps because he thought it was closely associated with Karl Rove. While I was working at the White House, I was involved in polling. It wasn’t the best year of President Bush’s administration, and especially since I was tracking public opinion, it was certainly a very humbling experience. But nonetheless, it was a great opportunity, especially for someone straight out of college, and I’m thankful that I was able to serve.”
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Multiplay’s gaming festival Insomnia51 scored its biggest ever crowd across the Easter weekend.
Over 20,000 gamers turned out for the first Insomnia event of 2014 and the highest attendance for Multiplay in its 17-year history.
It smashed the figures for last year’s 50th anniversary event, which prompted the move to a bigger venue in Coventry’s Ricoh Arena.
eSports proved to be one of the biggest drivers behind Insomnia51, which saw rising entries across the board for the show’s PC and console tournaments following the introduction of the new console eSports arena.
Hosted by We’ve Got Game’s Matt Littler and Darren Jefferies, the Insomnia51 line-up featured Minecraft, indie, retro and tabletop gaming zones, in addition to the UK’s biggest LAN gaming halls.
The show’s Main Stage also returned to host a variety of YouTube’s gaming celebs, panels and meet and greet sessions.
There is no equivalent to the Insomnia Gaming Festival in the UK. There’s no single event that combines the LAN halls, the tournaments, the exhibition, the special guests, the stage activities, all into a single weekend-long gaming-focused festival experience,” said Craig Fletcher, CEO and founder of Multiplay.
With each passing year Insomnia grows bigger and better, in no small part due to our incredible community and the fantastic partners we work with. With our summer plans for Insomnia52, 2014 is shaping up to be an unstoppable year for Multiplay events.”

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As Pierce Brosnan celebrates his 60th birthday (we can't believe it either!) we look back at how all the James Bond stars have changed over the years
According to Entertainment Weekly, a scene where Kristen Wiig goes on a blind date with Paul Rudd was cut from Bridesmaids.
Apparently Paul's character turns out to be a bit of a 'rage-aholic', but not even that saved it from being edited! Kristen told EW: "I mean, we did screenings, and when he popped up on screen, people just went crazy.
"You rarely get to see that side of Paul Rudd because he's such a nice person, you know, and in this scene he's such an a-hole. We had so much fun the days he was there and it was so incredibly painful. Our first cut was so long. It's the hardest thing to have to cut stuff."
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HUNGER GAMES!!!! what a load of balls this will be....
if you want to see the original idea rated 18 and over.
watch *battle royal*
thats where the idea has been stolen from (amaizing film)
this hunger game crap will never be as good... 12a or 15 is pathetic for the storyline of this type of film, litterally only 12 year olds will enjoy it.
how can they possibly say it will be massive!!? bigger that HP?
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Acting is a profession that comes with fame and glamour but also a lot of uncertainty. Times can even get so bad that actors end up taking parts purely for the sake of putting bread on the table. In fact, even a superstar like Anil Kapoor had to go through this struggle at one point.
The actor opened up about his difficult times in an interview with Times Of India. During the conversation, the actor revealed he has done several films purely because of money and has no regrets for his actions since it was for his family. He said, “I did. In fact, I can even name them — Andaz and Heer Ranjha. After Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja, the family was in a crisis and each one of us did what we had to do for survival, out of a sense of responsibility. I have no qualms about admitting that. Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja released in 1993 after a long delay. The film was a massive flop at the box office. My family and I are fortunate that those times are behind us and our circumstances since then have not been as tough. But if our luck takes a turn and we ever face bad times again, I will not think twice about doing whatever it takes to take care of my family. If you want to make it in this business, you have to be ready to give it your all, to not let setbacks keep you down and to persist in the face of all odds. You need guts and grit to survive and level-headedness to thrive.”

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The Butterscotch beer was sweet and tasted like caramel with Sprite. Mom thought it was too sweet to drink and Dad did too but I thought it was pretty good actually. The bottle looked really cool. It had a little cauldron with a broom behind it. It had gold writing on it, i liked that.
the fried green tomato chips . . . . they have a little tiny bit of spice and a lot of salt. They taste exactly the same as fried green tomato’s but the crunchyness is too much. Fried green tomato’s shouldn’t be that crunchy. Mom said they taste like mustard . . . I don’t think she is right.
I am going to be writing about lobster chips, buffalo and blue cheese pretzels and pizza pretzels soon. I have so many things to try!
Like tonight we had Duck stirfry, this is the first time I’ve tried duck and I liked it a lot. My Dad caught the duck himself and brought it home for supper.
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I built this Unreal Engine 5 environment from my photogrammetry. Vertex School Term 3 Environment Art. Reality Capture & Unreal Engine 5.
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September 3, The Iran Project – A senior Iranian Member of Parliament said on Saturday that Iran-Russia’s military cooperation over the Syria crisis was definitely taken place with the permission of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei.
Stressing that Iran has not committed its military facilities to any country in the world, Masoud Pezeshkian, first deputy speaker of the Majlis said military cooperation between Russia and Iran was impossible without Supreme leader’s permission.
Speaking to a reporter, Pezeshkian pointed out that Majlis presiding board has not held a meeting on Iran-Russia’s military cooperation in Nojeh base since such political and security issues are related to the Supreme National Security Council and the leader.
Iran MPs initially said nothing about Russia’s use of Iran’s Nojeh air base near the western city of Hamedan, then Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan said Russian fighters are using an Iranian airfield in line with trilateral cooperation and at the request of the Syrian government, stressing that the issue is not related to the Iranian parliament.
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C.O.R.N. Newsletter: 2022-37
Fall is the Best Time to Sample for Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN)Author(s): Horacio Lopez-Nicora
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) remains the most economically damaging soybean pathogen in North America. If SCN levels are above damage threshold, significant yield reduction can often take place without visible symptoms. To know if the nematode is present in a field, soil sample for SCN testing must be properly collected. The presence of SCN in a field, but most importantly, the SCN numbers will determine the best management strategy. Therefore, you need to test your fields to know your SCN numbers.
If you do not know you have SCN in your field, then fall is the best time to sample for SCN. If you know you have SCN but want to track its levels, then fall is the best time to sample for SCN. If you are planning to collect samples for soil fertility, a subsample can be used for SCN testing! After harvest, a soil test will reveal if SCN is present and at what levels. Knowing your SCN numbers in fall will give enough time to plan for next year and to identify the best management practices [learn more on SCN management here and here].
Figure 1. Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) on soybean roots [left and center] and SCN eggs and second-stage juvenile (infective) [right].
We are excited to continue sampling soybean fields in Ohio to test for SCN with funding from the Ohio Soybean Council and The SCN Coalition. Fall is a great time to sample for SCN and we are excited to help with this task by processing up to TWO soil samples, per grower, to be tested for SCN, free of charge. For more information on how to sample for SCN and where to send these samples, please visit our article: ‘Collect Fall Soil Samples for SCN.’ Additionally, BASF Agricultural Solutions is also offering free SCN testing kits throughout the month of October. Learn more about this opportunity here.
Growers will decide how they want to collect these samples, but we suggest collecting one sample from a low and one from a high yielding area. Download and complete this Soil Sample Submission Form and mail your samples to:
OSU Soybean Pathology and Nematology Lab
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Columbus, Ohio 43210
2023 Ohio Organic Grain ConferenceAuthor(s): Eric Richer, CCA
Taking Your Farm a Different Direction
Have you been thinking about ways to take your farm a different direction or uniquely add value to your grain operation? One of many ways to do this is by transitioning your grain farm to USDA-certified organic production. To address this production system, OSU Extension will be holding the Ohio Organic Grains Conference on January 4-5, 2023, in Archbold, Ohio. This in-person event is geographically positioned in the tri-state region (Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan) and is intended for current, transitioning and new-to organic grain farmers, crop consultants, agency personnel, input suppliers, and grain buyers. The event venue will be at Founders Hall at the Sauder Village campus. Keynote speakers for the event will be Dr. Joel Gruver, Western Illinois University, and Lea Vereecke, Rodale Institute, who will present both days along with selected farmers, crop consultants, and university personnel.
The event will begin on Wednesday, January 4th at 1 pm with sessions focused on the existing/advanced organic grain grower that include the following topics and speakers:
- OSU Organic Corn and Sunflower Trials – Dr. Osler Ortez, OSU Extension
- No-till Organic Soybeans – Léa Vereecke, Rodale Institute
- Why Canola, Sunflowers, and Alfalfa are in my Rotation– Steve Turnow, farmer
- Soil Health in Organic Grains – Dr. Joel Gruver, Western Illinois University
- Grower Panel: Future of Organic Grains - Dave Shively, Angela Schriver, Lou Kozma, Jim Jacobs
On Thursday, January 5th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm sessions will be focused specifically on new and transitioning farmers and will include these topics and speakers:
- The Power of Soil Biology – Danielle Kusner, Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)
- Integrating Steel & Ecology for Better Weed Mgmt. – Dr. Joel Gruver, Western Illinois University
- Importance of Crop Rotation – Léa Vereecke, Rodale Institute
- Lunch with Grower Roundtable
- Organic Transition Process – Julia Barton, OEFFA
- Grower Panel: Getting N to Your Organic Grains- Levi Haselman, Scott Myers, Jon Findlay
- Grain Buyer Panel: Marketing Options for Organic Grains – Cargill, Perdue Ag, Kalmbach Feeds
- A Review of the 2023 Organic Corn & Soybean Enterprise Budgets – Eric Richer, OSU Extension
While each day is specific to advanced or transitioning farmers, respectively, it is strongly encouraged to attend both days of the conference. The event will have numerous exhibitor-sponsors as well as networking time built into the schedule. If you are interested in being a conference sponsor, visit www.go.osu.edu/organicgrains for sponsorship forms.
Early Bird registration is $90 for both days ($60 for a single day) and due by December 9th, 2022. After December 9th, registration increases to $120 for both days ($80 for a single day). Student (high school and college) Early Bird rates are
$65 for both days ($40 for a single day). After December 9th, student rate increases to $90 for both days ($65 for a single day). Registration is online only at www.go.osu.edu/organicgrainsreg.
For those staying overnight, Sauder Heritage Inn is the conference hotel. Rooms are available until December 9th, 2022. Hotel stay includes a hot breakfast. Book directly by calling (800) 590-9755.
Questions related to this event can be directed to Eric Richer, OSU Extension, firstname.lastname@example.org and/or Maddie
Newcomb email@example.com or by calling 419-337-9210.
Keep In Mind Soil Test K And pH Are Affected By Low Soil MoistureAuthor(s): Jim Camberato
Will dry soils impact soil test values for 2022 fall soil testing? Jim Cambarato, Soil Fertility Specialist at Purdue University, did an excellent article on this question. In case you missed it, we are reprinting Jim’s article.
Sample to the proper depth and retain the whole soil core to get a representative soil sample.
Sampling fields that have been dry since the crop reached maturity may have low soil test potassium (K) levels because K still remains in the crop residues and/or low soil moisture caused 2:1 clays to trap some of the potentially available K in soils that are adequate or higher in K.
Soil pH may also be lower than expected if low soil moisture limited the reaction of limestone applied in the spring.
Soil pH determined in water may also be lower than expected if more than the usual amounts of fertilizer salts remain in the sample. Some laboratories avoid this issue by determining soil pH in a salt solution, rather than water, and convert the results to a ‘salt-free’ water pH. Check with the laboratory to determine which method they use to decide whether soil pH was likely affected by the dry soil conditions.
The accurate analysis of representative soil samples to determine lime and fertilizer needs is fundamental to crop production. Dry soils are hard soils, so be sure to sample the full 8” depth, otherwise soil test results will be higher than actual values. The opposite will occur if surface soil is lost from the sample core. When soils are excessively dry it is more difficult to keep the entire core in the probe with
the surface soil likely to fall out of the probe. In most soils the highest pH and nutrient values are in the upper inches of soil, so if this soil does not make it into the sampling bucket soil test values will be lower than actual values.
Unfortunately, even if soil sampling is accurate persistent dry weather resulting in prolonged periods of low soil moisture can affect soil test potassium (K) and pH, resulting in misleading soil test values. Dry weather soil tests can still be useful if one understands the potential impact of low soil moisture on soil test K and pH and uses this knowledge to adjust the interpretation of soil test results.
SOIL TEST POTASSIUM
Typically soil test K levels are lower than expected in a dry fall. One factor contributing to low soil test K is more than half of the K taken up by the crop during the growing season remains in the residue and has not been returned to the soil by rainfall. Soybean and corn tissues at harvest contain about 80 pounds K2O per acre at grain yields of 60 and 200 bushels per acre, respectively (Table 1). Tissue K is returned to the soil as plant tissue decays and falls to the ground and as rainfall leaches the K out of this tissue and the standing crop. Research conducted in Iowa2 showed that most of the K in soybean tissue is removed from the residues with 5-10 inches of rainfall, and only 12% of the original K content remained after 20 inches of rainfall (an amount typical of an Indiana fall and winter). In contrast, K removal from corn residues was much slower and less complete – 10 to 15 inches of rainfall were needed to remove approximately 50% of the original tissue K content, and 31% of the K in corn tissue at physiological maturity still remained in the tissue after 20 inches of rainfall. In the Iowa study every 10 pounds of K2O per acre returned to the soil increased soil test 4 parts per million (8 pounds per acre). Therefore, the difference in soil test K in a dry fall could be approximately 32 parts per million (64 pounds per acre) if all the tissue K at maturity remained in the residues of 60 and 200 bushel per acre soybean and corn crops.
Table 1. Approximate potassium (K2O) content of soybean and corn grain and tissue at maturity1. Soybean Soybean (60 bu/a) Corn Corn (200 bu/a) Crop lb K2O/bu lb K2O/a lb K2O/bu lb K2O/a Grain 1.15 69 0.20 40 Residue 1.4 84 0.4 80
In addition to dry weather reducing the return of K in plant tissue to the soil, the availability of soil K as measured by soil test methods is also affected by low soil moisture. Most Indiana soils contain 2:1 clays that vary in soil test K with soil moisture. When field moist soil high in K is dried for analysis, soil test K decreases. In contrast, when soil testing low in K is dried, an increase in soil test K occurs. If persistent dry conditions continue prior to soil sampling, K availability will likely be overestimated in low testing soils and underestimated in high testing soils. In Indiana topsoils the change in soil test K with drying has been approximately ±15% at the highest and lowest soil test K levels examined.
Low soil moisture can also affect soil pH. If soil moisture has been insufficient for normal amounts of limestone reaction in soils limed this past spring, then soil pH may be lower than expected. The limestone remains in the soil, however, and with good winter moisture it will react and continue to increase soil pH.
Additionally, soil pH measured in water can also be affected by dry soil conditions. If higher than normal levels of fertilizer salts remain in the soil sample due to dry weather, then the pH reading may be about 0.1 to 0.5 pH units lower than the actual pH. This is an artifact of how pH is measured and occurs only if the measurement is made in water. Some soil testing laboratories avoid this problem by measuring soil pH in a salt solution and then calculate what the pH would have been if measured in water, without the influence of salt. Ask the soil testing laboratory what method they use to determine if a low pH measurement may just be an artifact of excess salts remaining in the sample or if it may actually be low.
1 These publications were used to determine the values in Table 1:
Culman, S., A. Fulford, J. Camberato, and K. Steinke. Tri-State Fertilizer Recommendations for Corn, Soybean, Wheat, and Alfalfa. (2020) Bulletin 974.
Mallarino, A.P., J.E. Sawyer, and S.K. Barnhart. 2013. A General Guide for Crop Nutrient and Limestone Recommendations in Iowa. Iowa State Univ. Extension and Outreach. PM 1688, Revised October 2013.
Bender, R.R., J.W. Haegele, M.L. Ruffo, and F.E. Below. 2013. Nutrient Uptake, Partitioning, and Remobilization in Modern, Transgenic Insect-Protected Maize Hybrids. Agronomy Journal 105:161-170.
Bender, R.R., J.W. Haegele, and F.E. Below. 2015. Nutrient Uptake, Partitioning, and Remobilization in Modern Soybean Varieties. Agronomy Journal 107:563-573.
Ciampitti, I.A., and T.J. Vyn. 2014. Nitrogen Use Efficiency for Old versus Modern Corn Hybrids. Better Crops 98(4):19-21.
2 A.P. Mallarino and R.R. Oltmans. 2014. Potassium Management, Soil Testing and Crop Response. North Central Extension-Industry Soil Fertility Conference. 2014. 30:45-52.
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What Is Cryptocurrency? Here’s What You Must Know
Cryptocurrencies let you buy goods and services, or trade them for profit. Here’s more about what cryptocurrency is, how to buy it and how to safeguard yourself.
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A cryptocurrency (or “crypto”) is a digital currency that can be utilized to purchase products and services, but utilizes an online journal with strong cryptography to protect online deals. Much of the interest in these uncontrolled currencies is to trade for profit, with speculators sometimes driving rates skyward.
Here are seven things to ask about cryptocurrency, and what to keep an eye out for.
1. What is cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrency is a kind of payment that can be exchanged online for products and services. Numerous business have actually released their own currencies, frequently called tokens, and these can be traded particularly for the good or service that the company supplies. Think of them as you would arcade tokens or gambling establishment chips. You’ll require to exchange genuine currency for the cryptocurrency to access the great or service.
Cryptocurrencies work utilizing a technology called blockchain. Blockchain is a decentralized innovation spread throughout lots of computer systems that manages and tapes deals. Part of the appeal of this technology is its security.
2. The number of cryptocurrencies are there? What are they worth?
More than 6,700 various cryptocurrencies are traded openly, according to CoinMarketCap.com, a market research site. And cryptocurrencies continue to proliferate, raising money through initial coin offerings, or ICOs. The overall worth of all cryptocurrencies on Dec. 18, 2020, was more than $645.7 billion, according to CoinMarketCap, and the total worth of all bitcoins, the most popular digital currency, was pegged at about $421.7 billion. (You can inspect the existing price to purchase Bitcoin here
3. Why are cryptocurrencies so popular?
Cryptocurrencies appeal to their supporters for a variety of reasons. Here are some of the most popular:
Advocates see cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin as the currency of the future and are racing to purchase them now, presumably prior to they end up being better Some supporters like the reality that cryptocurrency gets rid of central banks from managing the cash supply, since gradually these banks tend to reduce the worth of money through inflation Other fans like the technology behind cryptocurrencies, the blockchain, due to the fact that it’s a decentralized processing and recording system and can be more protected than standard payment systems Some speculators like cryptocurrencies due to the fact that they’re going up in value and have no interest in the currencies’ long-term approval as a method to move cash
4. Are cryptocurrencies a great financial investment?
Cryptocurrencies might go up in worth, but numerous investors see them as simple speculations, not real investments. The reason? Similar to real currencies, cryptocurrencies generate no capital, so for you to benefit, someone has to pay more for the currency than you did.
That’s what’s called “the greater fool” theory of financial investment. Contrast that to a well-managed company, which increases its value in time by growing the profitability and capital of the operation.
For those who see cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin as the currency of the future, it ought to be noted that a currency needs stability.” As NerdWallet writers have actually noted, cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin may not be that safe, and some noteworthy voices in the investment neighborhood have actually advised potential financiers to steer clear of them. Of particular note, famous financier Warren Buffett compared Bitcoin to paper checks: “It’s a very efficient way of transferring money and you can do it anonymously and all that. A check is a method of transmitting money too. Are checks worth a lot of cash? Just because they can transfer money?” For those who see cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin as the currency of the future, it needs to be kept in mind that a currency requires stability so that merchants and customers can determine what a fair cost is for goods. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have actually been anything but stable through much of their history. While Bitcoin traded at close to $20,000 in December 2017, its worth then dropped to as low as about $3,200 a year later. By December 2020, it was trading at record levels again.
This rate volatility creates a conundrum. If bitcoins might be worth a lot more in the future, people are less likely to spend and flow them today, making them less practical as a currency. Why spend a bitcoin when it could be worth 3 times the worth next year?


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June 21, 2009
France Eyeing Replacement For Ariane 5 Launcher
France is encouraging Europe to consider building a rocket launcher that would replace the Ariane 5 between 2020 and 2025, President Nicolas Sarkozy's office announced Saturday.
Although the Ariane-5, which is considered cost-effective, has launched satellites for European telecoms operators, telescopes and scientific space observatories, the time is right to begin thinking about an Ariane 6, the president's office said in a statement."(Sarkozy) hopes that the first studies will begin on this new launcher, in cooperation with our European partners and the European Space Agency (ESA) with regard to decisions at the ESA ministerial meeting in 2011," the statement noted.
"Ariane 6 should be a very robust launcher with modules and optimized in terms of cost in order to best respond as much to government and commercial needs in a context of increased competition."
Recently, several operators have offered less expensive launching prices than Europe's Ariane series.
Francois Auque, Chief executive of the Astrium space unit, said that "the main value" of France's idea was to "dare to put the question" of Ariane 5's replacement.
"There was a kind of taboo in Europe... which was that it was forbidden to speak about the future, and the French prime minister has broken the taboo," said Auque.
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By Deanna Schwartz and Mike Puzzanghera
The day her 12-year-old son was diagnosed with Celiac disease, Nicola Harrington went to the grocery store to buy gluten-free bread and pasta to jumpstart his new diet — and was shocked by what she found.
All of a sudden, the cost of buying food for her family had risen drastically.
A study from 2018 shows that gluten-free products are on average 159% more expensive than their glutinous equivalents. Harrington, now the director of the Gluten Free Food Bank in Needham, had the resources to buy the food her son needed, but recalled feeling concern for those who didn’t.
“I can’t imagine if your child was diagnosed with Celiac and you weren’t in a financial position to go out and buy those products,” Harrington said. “It would make an already stressful and overwhelming situation so much more difficult.”
For those with dietary restrictions, living with food insecurity presents an additional challenge. Food catering to special diets is often more expensive than its traditional alternative, creating a barrier between what a person can afford and what they need for their health. For instance, a gallon of 2% lactose-free milk on sale at Star Market in Back Bay costs 33% more than its traditional alternative.
The typical help networks such as food banks, programs and soup kitchens often lack the resources needed to accommodate those with dietary restrictions.
“Living with [dietary restrictions] is very difficult, but that difficulty is exaggerated even more when you’re also dealing with the issue of financial constraints,” Harrington said.
There are larger agencies like the National Celiac Association operating specialized food pantries in the Boston area to help address this issue.
Food insecurity in Boston neighborhoods
The United States Department of Agriculture defines food insecurity as a “household-level economic and social condition of limited or uncertain access to adequate food.” As a state, Massachusetts ranks as the 10th-lowest in terms of food insecurity percentage by household. Based on data from America’s Health Rankings, Massachusetts’s food insecurity rate in 2019 is 10.2% lower than the United States average of 12.3%. However, this does not mean Massachusetts — and in particular, Boston — is well-protected against food insecurity.
A report from the Mayor’s office states that Boston’s food insecurity rate is 18%, higher than both the Massachusetts average and the United States average. There are seven Boston neighborhoods with food insecurity rates higher than the city’s average: Roxbury, Mission Hill, Mattapan, Chinatown, Dorchester, Fenway/Kenmore and Allston/Brighton. Roxbury’s rate of 27.4% is the highest.
The Mayor’s office is aiming to end food insecurity in Boston by 2030 and to provide “equitable access to affordable, fresh, healthy, and culturally connected foods for every Bostonian.” The office’s definition of food access includes cultural connectedness, accessing culturally relevant food products.
“There’s a huge amount of food insecurity generally in Massachusetts … and it’s not getting any better even though the economy has been strong,” said Bernice Behar, director of the Family Table program at Jewish Family and Children’s Services, a kosher food pantry program.
“People think in their own communities that things are going well, but they don’t realize that there can be a lot of food insecurity,” Behar said.
Northeastern University associate professor Jeanne Madden conducted research on the effects of food insecurity on Medicare patients. For these patients, and for many other people across the country, Madden said food insecurity represents a real threat.
Madden defines food insecurity as “the inability to obtain adequate food for explicitly financial reasons.”
Madden said there are measures that are being taken in the healthcare system to address the issue. Longstanding programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, and Meals on Wheels are a few of the ways the problem is being addressed, but Madden added that health provider systems should take further steps.
People with dietary restrictions are denied a lot of communal eating opportunities, Harrington said. Having a severe dietary restriction limits dining options, limiting social opportunities. “It’s hard to go to the cafeteria, it’s hard to go to the soup kitchen. It’s hard to get Meals on Wheels.”
Meeting dietary needs through specialized systems
Organizations such as the National Celiac Association and Jewish Family and Children’s Services aim to meet these needs with specialized food pantries.
Needham’s Gluten Free Food Bank, which operates under the National Celiac Association, works to “provide education related to the needs of financially vulnerable individuals with a medical requirement to eat gluten-free (GF), advocate for the provision of GF food assistance for individuals struggling to afford their medically necessary GF diet [and] distribute GF food staples to partner food pantries in Massachusetts,” according to their website.
Harrington spends her days working with suppliers to obtain donations and coordinating with partner food pantries to distribute the supplies.
She said because gluten-free diets need to be followed strictly, it is necessary for food banks to have gluten-free options for potential recipients. Even cross-contamination can result in sickness.
“It makes every eating occasion outside of your own home really difficult and stressful because you always have to consider if this is being prepared in a safe way,” Harrington said.
The Gluten Free Food Bank provides gluten-free processed options such as bread and pasta to about 300 people per year, according to Harrington. Harrington said she recommends people eat naturally gluten-free diets, but recognizes that is not always an affordable option.
“When you’re talking about processed food … people don’t realize how much gluten is just generally in processed food, especially on the more economic ends. The ones that are gluten-free tend to be more high end,” Harrington said.
Harrington said that those with dietary restrictions and food insecurity hit social barriers as well as financial ones.
“Beyond the physical problem of getting fed, there’s also a social isolation issue. A lot of our social engagements are centered around food so you are also denied that social interaction,” Harrington said.
Behar, director of the Family Table program, said it is important not to forget the complexities of living with food insecurity.
“People who are in need have their own specific dietary requirements, whether it’s keeping Kosher or having particular allergies or being allergic to gluten,” Behar said. “It’s a matter of dignity. People should have that choice in their lives.”
Behar said a third of the people they serve keep kosher and often have no other way to get free kosher food.
“With kosher food particularly, it tends to be more expensive and more limited. For people who are observant it can be difficult,” she said. “Places like Jewish Family and Children’s Services exist to make sure we’re meeting the needs of people who keep kosher.”
According to Behar, the key to improving the hunger network’s accessibility is awareness.
“The main thing [more general food banks] can do is be aware of what those dietary restrictions are,” she said. “It starts with awareness.”
Find out how other groups in Boston are fighting for food equity:


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CARMEL LIBRARY - 2018
Tues., Jan. 16 – Gen Forum – “Scanning Photos and Documents at the Library”
1:00-2:00 - Computer Training Room – by Carly Schull and Peter Konshak
Did you know that there is a high-definition scanner at the library for scanning your family photos and documents, either to paper or to a flash drive? Librarian, Carly Schull, will give a hand-on demonstration of the scanning station. Then Peter Konshak, manager of the library’s Digital Media Lab, will tell about the lab and give a presentation on how you can use the technology at the Media Lab to edit and enhance old photos and documents.
Tues., Feb. 20 – Gen Forum - “How to Search NewspaperArchives.com”
1:00-2:00 - Computer Training Room - by Sara O’Sha
The ability to search for your ancestors in newspapers is new and very hot! Did you know that just this year the Carmel Library added NewspaperArchives.com to their databases and that you can search this website from your home computer? Reference librarian, Sara O’Sha, will tell about this wonderful new database and show us how to search it.
Wed. Feb. 28, March 1, 7, 14, 21 & 28 – “Finding Family”
10:00 – 12:00 - the Computer Training Room – Taught by Sue Dillon
This five-week class includes: how to search Ancestry, what other kinds of records you should look for and where to find them, how to organize your information, etc. Everything builds on the first class so it is important to be able to attend the first session. A comfort level with computers is recommended. The course is free but limited to 18. Attendees need to register by calling the reference desk at the library (317-844-3362).
Tues., March 20 – Gen Forum – “Create Your Own Genetic Networks and DNA Circles” - 1:00-2:00 - Computer Training Room - by Andrea Ackerman
If you missed Andrea’s presentation on Nov. 18 (see above), or simply want to hear it again, she will tell how the descendants of an ancestral couple who have tested with AncestryDNA can create DNA Circles. The descendants all need to have a public tree for the DNA Circle to form. The problem is that many people do not have public trees on Ancestry. Learn how to create your own DNA Circles and Genetic Networks for your matches. Solve parentage issues and brick walls with a better understanding how your matches are related.
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