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Consequences of clear-cutting and drought on fine root dynamics down to 17 m in coppice-managed eucalypt plantations
- Germon, Amandine, Jourdan, Christophe, Bordron, Bruno, Robin, Agnès, Nouvellon, Yann, Chapuis-Lardy, Lydie, de Moraes Gonçalves, José Leonardo, Pradier, Céline, Guerrini, Iraê Amaral, Laclau, Jean-Paul
- Forest ecology and management 2019 v.445 pp. 48-59
- Eucalyptus, Ferralsols, biomass, clearcutting, climate change, coppicing, drought, fine roots, forests, harvesting, mortality, plantations, planting, rain, risk, root systems, throughfall, trees, water table
- Improving our understanding of the spatiotemporal dynamics of fine roots in deep soil layers is of utter importance to manage tropical planted forests in a context of climate change. Our study aimed to assess the effect of clear-cutting and drought on fine-root dynamics down to the water table in Brazilian ferralsol under eucalypt plantations conducted in coppice. Fine roots (i.e. diameter <2 mm) were sampled down to 17 m deep in a throughfall exclusion experiment comparing stands with 37% of throughfall excluded by plastic sheets (−W) and stands without rain exclusion (+W). Root dynamics were studied using minirhizotron in two permanent pits down to 17 m deep, over 1 year before clear-cutting, then over 2 years in coppice, as well as down to 4 m deep in a non-harvested plot (NH) serving as a control. After harvesting, a spectacular fine root growth of trees conducted in coppice occurred in very deep soil layers (>13 m) and, surprisingly, root mortality remained extremely low whatever the depth and the treatment. Total fine-root biomass in coppice down to 17 m depth was 1266 and 1017 g m−2 in +W and −W, respectively, at 1.5 year after the clear-cut and was 1078 g m−2 in NH 7.5 years after planting. Specific root length and specific root area were about 15% higher in −W than in +W. Proliferation of fine roots at great depths could be an adaptive mechanism for tree survival, enhancing the access to water stored in the subsoil. The root system established before clear-cutting provides access to water stored in very deep layers that probably contribute to mitigate the risk of tree mortality during prolonged drought periods when the eucalypt plantations is conducted in coppice after the clear-cut.

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Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) yesterday responded to allegations that one of his municipal advisors has sought bribes from construction consortium Farglory Group (遠雄), saying that the individual will be punished should evidence proving his guilt come to light., 1 Comment
National Security Bureau (NSB, 國家安全局) Director-General Lee Shying-jow (李翔宙) yesterday said that the bureau is hiring Internet safety experts and not hackers for its soon-to-be established Internet safety department, ..............
Tseng Ming-chung (曾銘宗), chairman of the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC, 金管會), said on Thursday that he supports the idea of Taiwan joining the proposed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
Taiwan's representative offices overseas are collecting information on regulations under the proposed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) before the country decides whether to join the China-led bank, an official said Tuesday.
A famous hookup app was found to send fake messages on behalf of female members without their consent, leaving male members with a misleading impression.
Air quality and traffic safety are the two issues of greatest concern among foreign nationals living in Taiwan, according to a poll released Thursday.
Taiwan's advantage over China in term of air defense may have been lost as the People's Liberation Army (PLA) recently added a fleet of new airborne early warning and control system (AWACS) aircraft to its Air Force, a global defense magazine reported on Thursday.
Housing prices for the “March 29 Period” (329檔期) are expected to show wider bargaining price margins relative to 2014, according to a report by local online property service, HouseFun (好房網). Pricing for new properties in Taipei City are expected to fall three to five percent in 2015.
Chen Kuo-en (陳國恩), commissioner of the New Taipei City Police Department, will be appointed the new chief of the National Police Agency (NPA, 警政署), the Ministry of the Interior (MOI, 內政部) announced on Thursday.


Guest Opinion: Gorsuch deserves confirmation
Senate hearings over the Supreme Court nomination of Neil Gorsuch have concluded, and they have not changed our conviction that President Donald Trump’s pick for the high court should be confirmed.
Senate tradition demands respect for the president’s nominations, so long as they are not unfit for the job and are within the ideological mainstream. Gorsuch is a brilliant legal writer and thinker. And while he is extremely conservative, his judicial philosophy falls well within today’s ideological and political norms.
Gorsuch’s nomination is one of the most level-headed and responsible decisions Trump has made since taking office. He deserves an up-or-down vote when the matter comes to the Senate floor, probably early next month.
Democrats are not convinced, however. They have promised to filibuster the nomination, triggering a time-tested tactic used by a minority party in the Senate to require at least 60 yes votes, rather than the typical 51, to end debate and proceed to a vote on an important decision.
Republican leaders have called such opposition as unreasonable. We certainly think it’s ill-advised. But we strongly disagree with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell that it would justify his invoking the so-called nuclear option, upending Senate rules to lower that debate-ending threshold to a simple majority.
We thought it was a bad idea, and so did McConnell, when his Democratic predecessor used the same approach to make Cabinet nominees and lower-court judgeships immune from the filibuster, after years of Republican obstructionism.
To double down on that bad precedent and extend it to one of the most important decisions the Senate makes ought to be anathema to McConnell. Embracing the nuclear option would stain the reputations of McConnell and other senators who support the move. And it would diminish the institution they lead.
Fortunately, Republicans have other, saner options. McConnell — and Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn — can work to persuade eight Democrats to join them, arguing that all presidents’ latitude in naming replacements to the Supreme Court should be respected. They could try to scare Democrats, noting that if Trump loses on this nominee, who’s to say his next pick will suit them more? They might remind the Democrats of the political risks of being seen as obstructionists.
McConnell made things harder for Republicans with his astounding behavior last spring in rejecting sight unseen President Barack Obama’s Supreme Court nominee. Democrats have every right to still be seething.
Trump didn’t make it easy either. Gorsuch is plenty qualified, but his extreme conservatism is hardly something to smooth Democrats’ ruffled feathers, not when Obama named such a moderate when he was in Trump’s shoes.
But that doesn’t mean the Republicans can’t win if they try.
And if they lose? Then their only responsible course would be to inform the president he’s going to have to make another choice.
The Senate’s long tradition of giving the minority party some leverage to fend off the majority is critical to maintain, no matter who is in power.


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Recorded on the road in the Spring of 2003, Wave Hello, Say Goodbye: Live captures messrs Ball and Almond on form as they tour the UK & Europe. At ease with their past and as relevant as ever this 2CD set serves as a reminder of their unique talent.
• Features excellent renditions of their biggest hits including Tainted Love, Bedsitter, Torch and the album title track.
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Deadline row hits taxman.
Corporate groups are facing a Christmas deadline crisis after the Inland Revenue announced they have only three days to use a new regulation allowing group relief on corporation tax.
The Revenue has come under fire after publishing details of changes to group relief which come into effect only from 29 December.
Experts have complained that this leaves only a three-day window for groups with a 31 December year end to take advantage of the new rules.
With the usual delays in the Christmas postal service commentators believe companies have been put in an impossible position. The alternative is to use the existing regime.
‘By neither having had the regulations laid in time for them to take effect, nor saying they would accept the new basis before 29 December, the Revenue has produced the worst of all worlds,’ said one commentator.
A Revenue spokesman said: ‘It took time to lay the regulations and we wanted it to go through so at least a few people could use it.’
Companies use group relief to set a loss made in one subsidiary against the tax on profits made in another. Changes were made in an attempt to simplify the procedure which failed hence the new regulations revealed on 8 December.
According to some, the new arrangement will leave companies with a dilemma.
To wait until 29 December could risk a delayed postal service holding up the paper work beyond the deadline at the end of the month. They could submit returns under the old style now and submit again under new rules, but the Revenue could ignore the second submission.
Forms to allow returns under new rules will not be available until 15 December.

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Johannesburg - Shares in Taste Holdings fell more than 3 percent on Tuesday after the restaurant group said it had received a legal challenge against the validity of its recently secured rights to set up Domino's Pizza stores.
Taste Holdings has signed an exclusive 30-year agreement to develop the Domino's Pizza brand in seven southern African countries, sending its shares surging more than 10 percent when it announced the deal on April 10.
Taste said “local aggrieved parties” - who were unsuccessful in previous negotiations with Domino's - were challenging its franchise agreement.
It did not identify the parties and it was unclear where the application was filed.
Taste, which runs nearly 150 restaurants under the Scooters Pizza and St. Elmo's Pizza brands, said it was studying the legal merits of the application that cited Domino's as the main respondent.
“We are not worried about this,” Carlo Gonzaga, founder and chief executive of Taste Holdings said by telephone, adding that none of the “aggrieved individuals” have or had a written agreement with Domino's Pizza.
But shares in Taste Holdings fell more than 3 percent on the news before recouping some of their losses to trade 1.6 percent lower at 3.80 rand by 14:42 SA time.
Under the deal, Taste would convert its stores into Domino's outlets in several southern African countries that include Mozambique and Zimbabwe.
The deal makes Domino's the latest US fast-food chain to target rising consumer spending in Africa.
Yum Brands has been rolling out its Kentucky Fried Chicken stores, while McDonald's Corp is well established in South Africa. - Reuters

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04:19 25 April 2023, update 07:59 25 April 2023
- The couple celebrated their 60th birthday last January
- They had been arranged by a mutual friend, the late Buddy Hackett
- Bob, 93, attributed their longtime relationship to laughing together
Ginnie Newhart, the longtime wife of comedian Bob Newhart, died Sunday at the age of 82, just three months after the couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
“We lost our beloved Ginnie Quinn Newhart – wife, mother and grandmother on April 23, 2023 after a long battle with illness,” a statement on Newhart’s Twitter page on behalf of the family read Monday. “She was our rock and we miss her terribly.”
Family publicist Jerry Digney confirmed Ginnie’s death in a statement to People Monday. A private service will be held for Ginnie, according to Digney.
Bob, 93, told the outlet in 2019 how he was arranged with his longtime love by the late actor Buddy Hackett, who was a friend of the two.
“Buddy said, ‘I’ve got a girl for you,’ Bob said. ‘She’s dating another guy, but I don’t think he’s right for her, so I’m going to ask you out. blind. You’ll meet her, you’ll date and you’ll get married. Then you’ll have kids and you’ll call one of the kids Buddy.” What we have done.
The couple ended up exchanging vows the following year and would have four children.
Bob, speaking with Parade last year, said keeping things light and fun had been a huge factor in their six-decade union.
“Comedian marriages, stormy as they are, seem to last a long time, and I attribute that to laughter,” Bob told the publication. “No matter how intense the argument you have, you can find a line and then you both look at each other and start laughing. It’s over, you know?
“I think a sense of humor is very important for the longevity of a marriage.”
Ginnie expressed the same idea when speaking with PBS in 2005 about why marriage between funny people has its perks.
“Comedians are just fun to be around,” Ginnie said. “They seem to have longevity in their marriages.”
Bob chats with CBS Sunday morning in 2020 about supporting a wife, Ginnie, throughout her career in show business.
“She would be in the locker room,” he said. “She was like, ‘Something’s wrong with the sound system. I did not hear anything. I said, “Honey, there was nothing wrong with the sound system. They weren’t laughing!” ‘
In the piece, Ginnie noted how “terribly shy” Bob was when he wasn’t performing, and she wondered if her career would deviate from show business.
“I always thought maybe he would go into teaching or do something else,” she said. “But then I realized it was definitely in his blood and he was starting to…like it. I knew he was addicted.
Ginnie, who was the daughter of actor Bill Quinn, was the creative inspiration behind the dream idea that ended the CBS comic book series Newhart in 1990.
In the sequence, Bob’s character, Dick Loudon, awoke into the identity of his character from the first The Bob Newhart Show, Bob Hartley.
Speaking to Yahoo Entertainment in May 2020, Bob explained the creative pursuits that made for a memorable finale for the second show, which ran from 1982 to 1990.
“Ginny knew I wasn’t happy with CBS,” Bob said. ‘She said, ‘You know what the final show should be? You wake up in bed with (The Bob Newhart Show co-star, the late Suzanne Pleshette) and you describe that dream you had of owning an inn in Vermont.”
“I said, ‘Honey, that’s a great idea! Suzanne was actually at the same party, and we told her about it when we saw her. She said, “I’ll be there in a minute in New York.” ‘
Bob added, “I gave the idea to the writers and they filled in the rest.”
The couple were close friends with the late Don Rickles, who died in 2017, and his late wife Barbara, who died in 2021, as they often traveled together.
Ginnie is survived by Bob, their four children and 10 grandchildren.


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The lingerie brand Etam and showing us her beautiful sound and proposals for the next Autumn-Winter 2012/2013. And repeats the image with model Natalia Vodianova, in photographs very unfortunate, because nothing comes out top Russian favored.
Etam shows a very diverse collection, which we can find outfits to be home, even bathing suits if we travel in winter. And I can not forget the intimate sets, some really spectacular.
For the most intimate moments, the outfits are ravishingly sexy, with details of slides, very low-cut bras and thongs ... combined daring even with garters. Why do not miss anything!
The 50 'are present in pin-up designs and high-waisted pants, carved in lace. As I have said several times, each time is less tango to make way for the panties.
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The spacious and comfortable clothes are the perfect partners to be home. And Etam also think at that time not only with wide tops and cotton trousers, bras and culottes also perfect to be cute at home.
And what I liked about the new collection for next Fall-Winter is the inclusion of swimwear. A thoughtful idea for winter beach trips.
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Winter's Splendor - Hot Chocolate Art Print
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In a world filled with memorable movie lines, “Goodbye Movie Quotes” stands out as a unique product that celebrates the bittersweet beauty of farewells on the big screen. This innovative collection features a curated selection of poignant and heartwarming quotes, carefully extracted from iconic films throughout history. With a rich diversity of genres and characters, “Goodbye Movie Quotes” offers a powerful reminder of the universality of goodbyes and the emotions they evoke. Whether you’re a film buff, a hopeless romantic, or simply someone who appreciates the art of storytelling, this collection is bound to stir your soul and leave you longing for more cinematic farewells. Turn the page, immerse yourself in the nostalgia, and bid adieu to reality as you embark on a poignant journey through the magic of the silver screen.
Goodbye Movie Quotes: The Decline of Movie Quotes
In the world of pop culture, movie quotes have long held a special place. From iconic one-liners that become part of everyday conversation, to memorable lines that capture the essence of a film, movie quotes have shaped the way we talk and connect with each other. However, in recent years, there has been a noticeable decline in the significance and popularity of movie quotes. This can be attributed to several factors, including the rise of streaming services, shifting audience preferences, and the changing landscape of movie consumption.
The Role of Movie Quotes in Pop Culture
Movie quotes have historically played a crucial role in pop culture. They have the power to encapsulate the essence of a film, evoke emotions, and provide a shared language among movie lovers. From classics like “Here’s looking at you, kid” from Casablanca to more recent favorites like “I’ll be back” from Terminator, movie quotes have become an integral part of our cultural lexicon.
The Rise of Streaming Services
With the advent of streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu, the way we consume movies has drastically changed. Gone are the days of going to the theater or renting physical copies of films. Now, audiences have unlimited access to a vast library of movies at their fingertips. This shift towards streaming has led to a decrease in the need for memorable movie quotes. Instead of rewatching a film multiple times, viewers can simply stream it whenever they want. As a result, the significance and impact of specific lines of dialogue have diminished.
Audience Preferences and Attention Span
Another factor contributing to the decline of movie quotes is the changing preferences and attention span of modern audiences. In a world filled with constant distractions and a wide array of entertainment options, capturing and retaining audience attention has become increasingly challenging. Viewers are now more interested in visually stimulating content and immersive experiences, rather than memorable lines of dialogue. As a result, movie quotes have taken a backseat to captivating visuals and engaging storylines.
The Changing Landscape of Movie Consumption
Shift Towards Shorter Content
One significant change in the way movies are consumed is the shift towards shorter content. With the rise of platforms like TikTok and YouTube, where the majority of videos are less than a minute long, audiences have become accustomed to consuming bite-sized content. This trend has had a direct impact on the significance of movie quotes, as longer dialogues are often overlooked in favor of shorter, attention-grabbing moments. In order to stay relevant, filmmakers are now focusing on creating concise and impactful lines, rather than lengthy monologues.
The Influence of Social Media
Social media platforms have revolutionized the way we consume and interact with content. With the ability to instantly share and comment on movies, social media has become a breeding ground for discussions and debates. While this has created a vibrant online film community, it has also changed the perception of movie quotes. Instead of quoting entire scenes or dialogues, audiences now share shorter snippets or screenshots that capture the essence of a film. This shift from long quotes to shorter, more shareable content has contributed to the decline of movie quotes as a cultural phenomenon.
The Impact of Memes
Memes have become an integral part of internet culture, and movies have not been immune to their influence. Memes often rely on visual humor or clever captions, rather than direct quotes. This shift towards meme culture has changed the way audiences engage with and remember films. Instead of quoting lines of dialogue, viewers are more likely to create and share memes that reference a movie’s iconic moments. This evolution in comedic expression has further marginalized the significance of movie quotes as a means of cultural connection.
The Evolution of Movie Marketing
Emphasizing Visuals and Trailers
In today’s digital age, movie marketing has undergone a significant transformation. With the proliferation of social media platforms and online advertising, filmmakers are now focusing on captivating visuals and attention-grabbing trailers to generate buzz and excitement around their films. Rather than relying on standout lines of dialogue, marketing campaigns strive to create visually stunning and memorable moments that leave a lasting impression on audiences. This shift in emphasis has resulted in a decreased reliance on movie quotes as a marketing tool.
Focus on Engaging Storylines
Another crucial aspect of movie marketing is promoting engaging storylines that resonate with audiences. In an era of media saturation, it is important for filmmakers to capture viewers’ attention by offering unique and compelling narratives. This focus on storytelling has shifted the conversation away from memorable quotes and towards the overall experience of the film. By creating captivating plotlines and multi-dimensional characters, filmmakers aim to leave a lasting impression on audiences that extends beyond a few memorable lines of dialogue.
Incorporating Interactive and Immersive Experiences
As technology continues to advance, filmmakers are exploring new ways to engage and immerse audiences in their films. From virtual reality experiences to interactive screenings, the focus is now on creating memorable and participatory experiences that extend beyond the screen. This shift towards interactive and immersive storytelling has diminished the significance of movie quotes. Instead of relying on memorable lines, filmmakers are now using innovative techniques to involve audiences in their films, making the overall experience more immersive and memorable.
The Rise of Dialogue-driven TV Shows
The Popularity of TV Series
While movie quotes may be on the decline, dialogue-driven TV shows have seen a resurgence in popularity. With the advent of streaming services and the rise of binge-watching culture, TV series have become a dominant force in the entertainment industry. From critically acclaimed dramas like Breaking Bad to beloved sitcoms like Friends, these shows have captured audiences’ attention and sparked conversations around their memorable dialogues. As a result, memorable lines from TV series have taken the spotlight, overshadowing movie quotes in contemporary pop culture.
Complex Character Development
One of the reasons dialogue-driven TV shows have gained popularity is their ability to delve deep into complex character development. With longer episode runtimes and multi-season story arcs, TV series provide ample opportunity for characters to grow and evolve. This emphasis on character development allows for in-depth conversations and moments of emotional resonance, which in turn lead to memorable quotes. As audiences become more invested in the lives of these characters, they are more likely to remember and quote their dialogues.
Shifting Focus to In-depth Conversations
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in audience preferences towards more meaningful and thought-provoking content. Dialogue-driven TV shows have capitalized on this trend by presenting in-depth conversations and discussions on a wide range of topics, from social issues to philosophical dilemmas. These shows create a space for characters to engage in insightful and impactful dialogue, leading to memorable quotes that resonate with viewers. By focusing on the power of conversation, TV series have surpassed movies in terms of cultural relevance and quotability.
The Search for Authenticity
Quotability vs. Authenticity
While movie quotes have traditionally been celebrated for their quotability, there is a growing desire among audiences for authenticity in storytelling. In an era of heightened social consciousness and a demand for diverse narratives, viewers are looking for stories that reflect their own lived experiences. This shift towards authenticity has affected the significance of movie quotes, as audiences now prioritize relatability and realism over catchy one-liners.
Realism and Relatability
As moviegoers seek out films that reflect their own realities, the demand for realistic and relatable dialogue has increased. Instead of flashy or exaggerated lines, audiences crave natural and authentic conversations that mirror their own experiences. This desire for realism has led to a decrease in the use of memorable quotes, as filmmakers focus on creating dialogue that feels genuine and true to life. By prioritizing relatability, filmmakers can create stronger connections with their audience, even without relying on catchy lines of dialogue.
Favoring Natural Dialogue
Gone are the days of overly scripted and melodramatic dialogue that once defined the film industry. Today, audiences gravitate towards movies and TV shows that feature natural and conversational dialogue. This shift towards more realistic writing has diminished the reliance on memorable quotes, as filmmakers prioritize creating dialogue that feels organic and spontaneous. By capturing the rhythms and nuances of natural conversation, filmmakers can create more compelling and relatable narratives that resonate with audiences on a deeper level.
The Role of Nostalgia
Nostalgia as a Marketing Strategy
Nostalgia has become a powerful marketing tool, particularly in the entertainment industry. Filmmakers and studios have capitalized on the audience’s fondness for nostalgia by reviving beloved franchises, reimagining classic movies, and creating spin-offs of popular characters. This focus on nostalgia extends to memorable movie quotes as well. By revisiting and repurposing iconic lines from the past, filmmakers tap into the audience’s nostalgia and create an instant connection. Nostalgic movie quotes are often used as a marketing strategy to generate excitement and attract viewers.
Revisiting Classic Movie Quotes
In addition to using nostalgia as a marketing tool, filmmakers also revisit and incorporate classic movie quotes within their new projects. Whether it’s a subtle reference or a direct homage, these nods to iconic lines serve as a way of paying tribute to the films that came before. However, while these references may invoke a sense of nostalgia, they don’t hold the same cultural significance as the original quotes. Instead, they act as easter eggs for avid movie fans, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the viewing experience.
Reviving Old Trends
In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in the fashion, music, and overall aesthetics of past eras. This fascination with retro trends has also impacted the significance and popularity of movie quotes. As audiences immerse themselves in the aesthetics of a bygone era, they develop an affinity for the cultural references and quotes associated with that time. This revival of old trends has led to a renewed interest in classic movie quotes, as audiences seek to incorporate these nostalgic lines into their own lives.
Evolving Audience Preferences
Preference for Unique Content
As the entertainment industry becomes more saturated with content, audiences are increasingly drawn to unique and unconventional storytelling. Whether it’s exploring different genres, experimenting with non-linear narratives, or featuring diverse voices and perspectives, viewers are seeking out stories that break the mold. This appetite for originality has had a direct impact on the relevance and popularity of movie quotes. While memorable lines will always have their place in pop culture, it is the unique and innovative content that captures the attention of modern audiences.
Exploring Different Genres
The decline of movie quotes can also be attributed to the audience’s growing interest in exploring different genres. As viewers become more open to diverse storytelling, they are exposed to a wider range of films that may not necessarily rely on memorable lines of dialogue. From independent dramas to foreign-language films, the emphasis is often on visual storytelling and nuanced performances rather than standout quotes. As the popularity and accessibility of these films increase, so does the influence of visual storytelling on contemporary pop culture.
Diverse Voices and Perspectives
In recent years, there has been a push for greater representation and diversity in storytelling. Audiences are craving stories that accurately reflect the world around them, featuring characters from different backgrounds and perspectives. This demand for diverse narratives has affected the significance of movie quotes, as audiences now prioritize authentic representation over catchy lines. By amplifying diverse voices and telling underrepresented stories, filmmakers can create a more inclusive and culturally relevant cinematic landscape.
The Power of Visual Storytelling
Visuals as an Emotional Experience
While movie quotes may be on the decline, the power of visuals in storytelling continues to captivate audiences. Visual storytelling has the ability to evoke emotions, convey meaning, and create a lasting impact on viewers. From breathtaking cinematography to meticulously designed sets, visuals can transport audiences to different worlds and immerse them in the story. This emphasis on the visual aspects of storytelling has led to a decreased reliance on memorable quotes, as filmmakers prioritize creating visually captivating moments that resonate on a deeper level.
Utilizing Symbolism and Metaphors
In addition to the emotional impact of visuals, filmmakers often use symbolism and metaphors to enhance their storytelling. These visual cues can convey deeper meanings and provide layers of interpretation for audiences to explore. By incorporating visual symbolism, filmmakers encourage viewers to engage with the story beyond the surface level and create their own interpretations. This reliance on visual language and metaphorical storytelling has contributed to the decline of memorable movie quotes, as audiences find deeper meaning in the visuals themselves.
Another aspect of visual storytelling is the power of non-verbal communication. Actions, expressions, and body language can often convey more than words ever could. Filmmakers have realized the potential of non-verbal cues in creating powerful emotional moments that resonate with audiences. Instead of relying on memorable dialogue, filmmakers now use visual cues to create impactful and memorable scenes. This shift towards non-verbal communication has further marginalized the role of movie quotes, as audiences are captivated by the power of silence and the subtleties of human interaction.
The Importance of Subtext
Reading Between the Lines
Subtext refers to the underlying meaning or message conveyed through dialogue or visual cues. It is the hidden layer of storytelling that can enhance the viewers’ understanding and appreciation of a film. While memorable movie quotes are often straightforward and explicit, subtext invites audiences to read between the lines and uncover deeper layers of meaning. By incorporating subtext into their storytelling, filmmakers create a more nuanced and engaging experience that goes beyond memorable quotes.
The Art of Subtle Dialogue
Subtle dialogue is a technique that relies on understatement, implication, and implication, rather than explicit statements. This form of dialogue allows for greater audience engagement, as viewers are encouraged to actively participate in interpreting the meaning behind the words. Subtle dialogue enhances the depth and complexity of characters, as well as the overall narrative. While memorable quotes may provide instant gratification, it is the art of subtle dialogue that stands the test of time and leaves a lasting impact on audiences.
Allowing Viewer Interpretation
One of the advantages of subtext and subtle dialogue is that it allows for viewer interpretation. Instead of spoon-feeding audiences with explicit explanations and memorable quotes, filmmakers give viewers the freedom to draw their own conclusions and make personal connections. By allowing for diverse interpretations, films become more inclusive and have the potential to resonate with a wider range of viewers. This emphasis on viewer interpretation has shifted the focus away from memorable quotes and towards creating narratives that invite personal exploration and introspection.
Embracing the Ever-changing Industry
As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it is crucial for filmmakers and storytellers to embrace the ever-changing landscape. The decline of movie quotes is just one example of how audience preferences and technological advancements can shape the way we consume and engage with content. By staying open to new trends and adapting to emerging technologies, filmmakers can continue to create impactful and meaningful storytelling experiences.
The Emergence of New Trends
As old trends fade away and new ones emerge, it is important for filmmakers to stay ahead of the curve. Whether it’s exploring innovative storytelling techniques, experimenting with new genres, or utilizing emerging technologies, embracing new trends can help filmmakers stay relevant and captivate modern audiences. While movie quotes may not hold the same cultural significance as they once did, new trends and techniques are constantly reshaping the way we connect with films.
Adaptation and Innovation
In an ever-changing industry, adaptation and innovation are key to success. Filmmakers must be willing to adapt their storytelling techniques to meet the demands and preferences of evolving audiences. This may involve experimenting with new formats, collaborating with diverse voices, or incorporating interactive elements into the viewing experience. By continuously pushing the boundaries of storytelling, filmmakers can redefine the role of movie quotes and create new avenues for cultural connection.
In conclusion, the decline of movie quotes can be attributed to several factors, including the rise of streaming services, shifting audience preferences, and the changing landscape of movie consumption. While memorable quotes have historically played a significant role in pop culture, their relevance and popularity have diminished in recent years. However, as the industry evolves, new trends and techniques are emerging, offering fresh opportunities for inventive storytelling. By embracing these changes and staying open to innovation, filmmakers can continue to create impactful and memorable experiences that resonate with audiences in the ever-changing cultural landscape.


The CW15 weather guy said that today and tomorrow’s snow storms could be the biggest we have had yet this winter. Yikes! I love the snow, its one of the things I love most about living in Columbia County. But after spending several muscle-aching hours removing snow and ice from my roof, even I’m getting sick of seeing it fall.
At least there is a little relief in knowing that we only have three more months of snow-season up here in the mountains. Actually, that’s doesn’t sound too relieving.


text: PARIS: Alexander Zverev beat qualifier Marton Fucsovics in three sets on Tuesday at the Paris Masters as ninth seed Taylor Fritz pulled out through injury after earlier reaching the second round. The German 10th seed came back from one set down to beat Hungarian Fucsovics 4-6, 7-5, 6-4 in the round of 64 at Bercy Arena. Zverev is still seeking to secure his place among the top eight who will go on to the ATP Finals in Turin next month. After this victory, the 2021 champion sits seventh just behind Stefanos Tsitsipas and 430 points ahead of ninth-placed Hubert Hurkacz. American Taylor Fritz’s chances of qualifying for the tour’s showpiece event took a hit when he was forced to retire with an abdominal injury. On Monday, the ninth seed had comfortably beaten Argentine Sebastian Baez 6-1, 6-4. The 11th-seeded Hurkacz saw off Sebastian Korda 6-3, 6-7 (6/8), 6-3 on Tuesday to book his place in the second round alongside Felix Auger-Aliassime, who toppled Jan-Lennard Struff in two sets. Later in the evening, world number two Carlos Alcaraz will take on Russian qualifier Roman Safiullin on centre court.


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melbournites love a good pop-up event… and broadsheet’s pop-up restaurant on gertrude st has taken it to a whole new level. this temporary restaurant brought to you by one of the most recognisable names in food journalism is an inspired concept that brings together some of melbourne’s best and well-known cafes. the restaurant is serving breakfast through to dinner for a short three month period (now only a few more weeks left) from june to august, where you can sample some of the most popular dishes from the menus of top paddock, kettle black, auction rooms, grain store, huxtable and coda… just to name a few.
fittingly, a friend and i popped in the other sunday after lining up in the freezing cold for another amazing melbourne pop-up event – the flour market (told ya we loved pop-ups!).
broadsheet is serving a selection of locally roasted small batch coffee blends. our flat whites on the day were made using the candyman espresso blend with “sweet, malted milk + macadamia butter” flavours. i also went for the noe quinaya filtered coffee – a coffee blend from colombia that has been produced for over 70 years. you’ll be served a coffee card along with your brew, outlining the history and containing a wonderful story behind the blend. tasting notes of: “spritz-y orange in the opening, with sugared hazelnut and plump ripe fruit giving plenty of complexity and depth.” all round, our coffees were fabulous – just be prepared that they don’t have a decaf option available + only serve full-cream milk.
auction rooms “throwback” avocado on sourdough toast with roasted beetroot, fresh herbs + dukkah crusted feta
the vibrancy of this dish was stunning – such gorgeous colours. and the flavour matched it perfectly. soft creamy smashed avo married perfectly with the roasted beetroot, the crunch of the herbs and the sharpness of the feta. it was a vegetarian’s brunch delight.
the kettle black cape grim beef burger with house-made mustard, seasonal fruit relish + leaves on the kettle black bun
from a vegetarian delight to… well… the complete opposite! and omg. there was not a single morsel left at the end! the black colour of the bun is usually achieved by cooking with bamboo charcoal – a natural process which doesn’t affect the flavour or texture of a dish. the only textural difference for me was that the top of the bun was particularly crunchy in comparison to a normal bun – in a good way. the cape grim beef was cooked to tender perfection, it just melted in your mouth. added to these elements were the truly-mouthwatering “sauces”. the mustard was subtle and creamy, paired with a fruity chutney-type relish – both of which just oozed all over the meat and bun… sublime!
the interior design is scandi-inspired – plenty of wood, white and grey with industrial touches + plenty of indoor plants. they have really gone to a lot of effort – hard to believe it will all be over soon. expecting to line up outside for hours to grab one of only a few tables, i was pleasantly surprised by the number of tables inside – it is a significantly-sized space with plenty of room for small and large groups. there were plenty of wait-staff on hand that morning, and as such service throughout the morning was friendly + efficient.
in summary, this is a really cool concept – combining the best of melbourne’s cafe scene in one spot is a true stroke of genius. sure, you should definitely still go to each of the restaurants featured to experience their full menu, character and flavour in their own right… but even if just for the novelty factor and to say you did it – broadsheet’s pop-up restaurant is worth a visit.
verdict: check it out before it closes 2nd august!
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To compile a list like Top Classic Rock Songs you must first decide on what makes a particular song 'top'. Is it the longest it held the highest position in the charts? Most requested for airplay? Sold most copies?... I don't believe any of these things matter in the slightest. What really matters whether a song stands the test of time. Whether it is still as fantastic 30 years plus later from the day it first came out, and how much influence it had on other music and generations.
Lists can be put together, but for everyone they will be different because different songs will mean different things for everyone, also they won't be in numerical order as it's a matter of opinion to say that certain great songs are any greater than other great songs.
A Collection Of The Top Classic Rock Songs
We shall open with the Godfather and pioneer of Rock and Roll.
CHUCK BERRY - Johnny B. Goode
Recorded in 1958 and still amazing, an example of what a rock and roll song should be.
Continuing on we have the most obvious and pretty standard choice for 'Classic Rock'
LED ZEPPELIN - Stairway To Heaven
This eight minute roller-coaster masterpiece always seems to find itself at the top of the classic rock lists. Other great tracks from Led Zeppelin include Rock and Roll and Whole Lotta Love.
THE ROLLING STONES - Sympathy For The Devil
Or I Can't Get No Satisfaction. So many tracks too choose from the mighty rock legends so we'll include Paint It Black, Brown Sugar and Jumpin' Jack Flash too.
ELVIS PRESLEY - Jailhouse Rock / Hound Dog / Don't Be Cruel
The undisputed King of Rock and Roll boasts a full discography of classic rock songs.
THE BEATLES - Hey Jude, Let It Be
As do another of the most acclaimed acts of all time, the legendary Beatles.
LYNYRD SKNYRD - Free Bird
Southern Rock Kings with many epic songs such as Sweet Home Alabama, Gimme Three Steps and Simple Man. Or the other Southern Rock Kings
THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND - Whipping Post
Amongst many other absolute classic tracks. While we're on the subject of greatest Southern Rock we'll have
THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND - Can't You See
Heading back to British waters with the musical extravaganza which changes from ballad to guitar solo into opera followed by heavy rock we have
QUEEN - Bohemian Rhapsody
We stick with the British theme as a place in Top Classic Rock Songs go's to the first and most influential Heavy Metal Band of all time
BLACK SABBATH - Paranoid / Ironman
Continuing down the list and without all the needless interruption.
CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL - Proud Mary / Fortunate Son
BOB SEGER - Old Time Rock And Roll / Turn The Page
THE WHO - My Generation
JIMI HENDRIX - All Along The Watchtower
THE ANIMALS - House Of The Rising Sun
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN - Born To Run
TED NUGENT - Stranglehold
STEPPENWOLF - Born To Be Wild
THE DOORS - Light My Fire / Break On Through
SURVIVOR - Eye Of The Tiger
BOB DYLAN - Like A Rolling Stone
THE EAGLES - Hotel California
STEVE MILLER BAND - Take The Money And Run
KISS - Detroit Rock City / Crazy Nights
NEIL YOUNG - Rockin' In The Free World / Old Man
ALICE COOPER - Poison / School's Out
BAD COMPANY - Can't Get Enough / Feel Like Makin' Love
The list can go on and on and I am sure I've missed out a few favorites but this is just intended as the top classic rock songs that I think everyone needs to have in their collection.


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Metallica's legendary bassist Cliff Burton passed away 25 years ago when the band's tour bus overturned in rural southern Sweden. In remembrance, drummer Lars Ulrich spoke to Revolver magazine and offered his personal reflections.
"My fondest memories of Cliff are his total disregard for convention and his total disregard for playing things out the way you expected them," said Ulrich. "He was up to challenge the normalcy, to challenge the status quo, to just fuck with things musically, attitude-wise - the way he dressed, the way he carried himself, his sense of humor, his relationship with the music that inspired him, the music that he played. It was always very unconventional, and it was very unusual."
Ulrich continued: "You could certainly argue that me and James [Hetfield] at that time were more kind of the squarer guys, 'cause we were more like, 'Motörhead, Iron Maiden!' Heavy metal T-shirts, and long hair and bang our heads into the wall. Cliff was just so fast in his palette of things that he was into and things that were inspiring him and the things that he was doing.
"So it was definitely his music, and his attitude, and his approach towards life that really inspired me and James to broaden our horizons, broaden Metallica's horizons musically. So when I think of Cliff, that's what I think…that's just kind of variety and unpredictability, you know."

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The China Securities Regulatory Commission will regulate the acquisition and consolidation of publicly unlisted companies to bring them into line with their listed counterparts, Shanghai Securities News reported Friday. The rules will cover entities that issue shares to the public but don’t list them and those with more than 200 shareholders acquired through public placements. They are too small to qualify for a stock market listing. Under the new policy, such companies can only issue shares to the public through the national share transfer system, the report said.
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"I just assumed I would breastfeed in the same way I assumed I would be emotionally and mentally well"
Lindsay Robinson had hoped to breastfeed her first child. However, she ended up bottle feeding Reuben, who is now three. Lindsay was later diagnosed with post-natal depression, which she believes impacted on her ability to breastfeed. Here is her story.
"I hadn’t had the most straightforward pregnancy. When I look back I realise I actually had ante-natal depression.
Part of my mental health issue was that when I looked at Reuben I struggled to believe he was my baby. I didn’t get a pregnancy bump, I didn’t put on very much weight and there wasn’t clear evidence on the scan that Reuben was growing. There were a lot of questions but nobody really knew the answer.
By the end of the pregnancy I did not know what to expect when Reuben was born - I began to doubt I was pregnant.
When Reuben was born the midwife asked me was I planning to breastfeed and I said yes - unbeknown to me my mental health was already very fragile.
Reuben was born at lunchtime on the Friday and we had been trying breastfeeding all that day and all through the night. Other people were sent to help me breastfeed so that made it even worse - I felt like a huge failure. I hadn’t slept because they kept coming back to try, I was so petrified. I couldn’t cope anymore and decided I was going home. It was as much to do with my mental health as the breastfeeding.
A lovely midwife, who could clearly tell that I was stressed, suggested that it was possible to try a little bottle milk and continue to try to learn the technique of breastfeeding.
I felt on one hand shame – why could I not do this? Why do I have to give the baby a bottle? And on the other hand maybe it will make it easier - maybe he will be okay on formula. She brought a little bottle and I will never forget he began to suck, suck, suck, literally chug it down and I felt finally I am doing something right. One little part of the jigsaw seemed to be coming together and it was actually a huge relief.
I continued that day learning the technique of breastfeeding and I really wasn’t getting anywhere. I left hospital that night and assumed I would continue to use the bottles and try and practice breastfeeding.
We did not have any formula in the house as I had always just assumed that I would breastfeed. I just assumed I would breastfeed in the same way that I assumed I would be emotionally and mentally well.
Looking back now I was mentally in a black hole and I think that made it much harder for me to breastfeed. Within the first week I moved from trying to breastfeed, which never established, to deciding with my husband we are just going to formula feed. It was a positive decision because it was the best thing for me and for us as a family.
I was having a hard time and spoke to my health visitor and GP. Both of them said you’ve had a new baby, get more sleep, go out for a walk, go out for a coffee everything will be fine and settle down.
I took them at their word. I began to say to myself ‘you have just missed the mum gene Lindsay’, ‘you’re a useless person’, ‘you’re never going to be the mum you thought you’d be’.
I would have been very weepy at times. I cried an awful lot, particularly in secret as I was on my own with Reuben in the house. Other days I felt very numb. I became hugely obsessive and had obsessive thoughts about myself, Reuben and our health. I believed Reuben or I was going to die.
I used to wake every morning relieved it hadn’t happened to Reuben - not always relieved it hadn’t happened to me.
I became anxious about everything; sometimes I could not even face leaving the house. For the first year I had a fear a midwife or social worker would knock our front door and say ‘Mrs Robinson I have come to get the baby because it doesn’t actually belong to you, we made a mistake we’re going to take him to his real mum’.
I used to have his wee bag packed because I thought well if that happens that will explain the way I feel and it will be great because Reuben has a mummy that loves him, a mummy that he’s meant to be with and it will make sense of this mess I have got myself into.
By the time Reuben turned two I was really ill, I had cried many times and lay on the kitchen floor and told my husband ‘I just want to die’ - ironically that was not an option for me because I did not want Reuben to ever feel like I had made that choice because of him.
One day I was looking through the phone and could see blogs on websites which housed lots of stories of how mum’s had coped with motherhood. Their stories began to hit home because they were saying those awful things that I had hidden. I devoured them and read them over and over. It felt like there was hope in them because they seemed to be saying they also felt this way but there was a name for it.
On the Monday morning I saw a different GP, I told him my story. I told him I still struggled to believe Reuben was my baby, I knew the evidence was there but mentally I could still not comprehend that he belonged to me. He listened, and he said ‘Lindsay you have postnatal depression but you are going to be okay’ and he was true to his word. From that day I started antidepressants. He phoned the mental health team here in east Belfast and for months I was down there weekly.
I could have cried; I could have kissed him. It was instant, it was like ‘this is not my fault’ I had felt for so long that this was my fault and I felt ashamed of myself. I honestly hated myself so the minute he said there is a reason you are feeling like this I just felt like there was hope – hope I could get better and hope that this would not be my reality forever.
As the months went on I began to feel better and understand the illness, I began to learn coping mechanisms, I began to write my blog, delve into the website and now provide online support for mums and dads and all of that has been key to my recovery.
My advice to other mums is that everybody’s journey is different so yours doesn’t have to be the same as someone else’s. Make the choice that’s right for you and right for your family. Talking is key, talk about what you want to do and make a plan of how you want to get there."
Lindsay runs http://www.haveyouseenthatgirl.com.
For further advice on mental health issues in pregnancy contact Inspire by clicking here.

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Many writers come to Los Angeles with a screenplay in their bag and a dream in their heart. And why not? It's glamorous, exciting, and lucrative....if you make it. Here in Los Angeles, when I tell people that I'm a writer, I inevitably get the question, "Anything I might have seen?"
In reality, the answer to that is "yes." As a freelance writer producing materials for businesses such as newsletters, brochures, website content, and so much more, a good percentage of my writing is viewed by many. However, it's all written anonymously. So while I may not have my name splashed across the big screen or the boob tube, my work is still viewed by many.
A word of warning. If you are the type of person who needs to receive credit to validate your work, then this is not the line of work for you. For those writers who are interested in working from home and creating a career for yourself that has the potential to bring in a steady stream of income while allowing you to do what you love, then you might seriously consider becoming a freelance copy writer.
There are so many avenues you can travel in this career: technical writing, business to business, business to consumer, social networking...the list goes on. The beauty is you shape your career into what you want it to be based on your skills, talents, and interests.
So my brothers and sisters of the quill. Fear not. There is life beyond the screen in Los Angeles.


The evolution of computers, and the evolution of life, share the common constraint that in going forward beyond a certain level of complexity, advantage goes to that which can build on what is already in hand rather than redesigning from scratch. Life’s crowning achievement, the human brain, seeks to mold for itself the power and directness of the computing machine, while endowing the machine with its own economy of thought and movement. To predict the form their inevitable convergence eventually might take, we can look back now with greater understanding to the early drivers which shaped life, and reinvigorate these ideas to guide our construction.
Life is, in effect, a side reaction of an energy-harnessing reaction. It requires vast amounts of energy to go on.
Nick Lane, author of a new paper in the journal Cell, was speaking here about critical processes in the origin of life, though his words would also be an apt description of computing in general. His paper, basically, puts forth bold, new ideas for how proto-life forms originated in deep-sea hydrothermal vents by harnessing energy gradients. The strategies employed by life offer some insights into how we might build the ultimate processor of the future.
Many of us have read claims regarding the information storage capacity and processing rate of the human brain, and have wondered — how do they measure that? Well the fact is, they don’t. With our limited understanding of how living systems like the brain work, it is folly at this point to attempt any direct comparison with the operation of computing machines. Empirical guesswork is often attempted, but in the end it is little more than handwaving.
Google, while clearly not a brain of any kind, certainly processes a lot of information. We might ask, how well does it actually perform? It is easy enough to verify that a typical search query takes less than 0.2 seconds. Each server that touches the operation, spends perhaps a few thousandths of a second on it. Google’s engineers have estimated the total work involved with indexing and retrieval amounts to about 0.0003 kWh of energy per search. They did not indicate how they estimated this number, but if we think about it, it is a fascinating result, despite their unfortunate prefixing of the units. Suppose we take the liberty of defining this quantity, the energy per search, as a googlewatt. Such a measure would be a convenient way to characterize a computing ecosystem in much the same way that the Reynolds number qualitatively characterizes flow conditions across aerodynamic systems.
One might then ask, if the size of a completely indexed web crawl is constantly expanding while the energy per elementary search operation contracts with improvements in processor efficiency, how might the googlewatt scale as the ecosystem continues to evolve? In other words, can we hope to continue to query a rapidly diverging database at 0.3Wh per search, or in dollar terms — at $0.0003 per search?
For sake of putting energy-per-search on more familiar terms, Google notes that the average adult requires 8000 kilojoules (kJ) a day from food. It then concludes that a search is equivalent to the energy a person would burn in 10 seconds. No doubt brains perform search much differently from Google, but efforts to explore energy use by brains have proved to be confounding. PET scanning, for example, is not a very reliable tool for localizing function to specific parts of the brain. Furthermore, its temporal resolution is pitiful. It is, however, not too bad at measuring global glucose utilization, from which energy use can be inferred. Subjects having their brains imaged by PET scanner while performing a memory retrieval task frequently appear to utilize less energy than when resting. So if we accept the bigger picture in some of these studies, we often see the counterintuitive result that the googlewatt for a brain, at least transiently and locally, can sometimes take on a negative value. This is not totally unexpected since inhibition of neuron activity balances excitability at nearly every turn. The situation is may be likened to that of a teacher silencing the background din of an unruly class and demanding attention at the start of class.
To try to find a more relevant comparison to biological wetware, let’s take a quick look at IBM’s Watson, the supercomputer of Jeopardy! fame. When operating at 80 teraflops, it is processing some 500GB — the equivalent of a million books — per second. To achieve this kind of throughput, Watson replicates the 4TB of data in its filesystem across 16TB of RAM. While no longer the state-of-the-art, Watson is certainly no slouch.
Each of Watson’s 90 Power 750 server nodes has four processor chips, making for a total of 32 cores per node. Each 567mm chip, fabricated with a 45nm process has 1.2 billion transistors. The Power 750 server was based on the earlier 575 server but was designed to be more energy efficient and run without the need for water cooling. As it is air-cooled, the 750 can not consume more than 1600W of power and is therefore limited to 3.3GHz. The 575 could handle 5400W and be run a bit higher at 4.7GHz. Just in case you might be wondering where these processor speeds come from in the first place, it may be comforting to know that they are probably not just pulled out of a hat. They appear to be part of a sequence known as the E6 preferred number series, which IBM must have a special fondness for, and which is of course, eminently practical.
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Former NHL, now WWE, exec Andrew Judelson on what the league is facing
Andrew Judelson spent nine years working as a senior executive at the NHL and led the league’s marketing division throughout the 2004-5 lockout. Now an executive vice president at WWE, Judelson spoke with SportsBusiness Journal staff writer Tripp Mickle about how the current NHL lockout is different from the one he worked through seven years ago.
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The Earned Income Tax Credit and Food Consumption Patterns
The Earned Income Tax Credit is unique among social programs in that benefits are not paid out evenly across the calendar year. We exploit this feature of the EITC to investigate how the credit influences the food expenditure patterns of eligible households. We find that eligible households spend relatively more on healthy items including fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, and dairy products during the months when most refunds are paid.


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George Lucas has said this multiple times in his interviews that he had never imagined that Star Wars is going to be one of most popular science fiction movie of all time. There have been many attempts to recreate the magic of Star Wars by several great filmmakers, but nothing worked no matter how hard they tried as if some elder gods had blessed George Lucas’s direction. Disney has already announced that they want to keep making Star Wars movies forever if the fans want to see it and by the success of the current trilogy, we are pretty sure that Disney is going to create a consistent massive Star Wars universe that even our grandchildren will enjoy someday.
The whole culture of Star Wars started from the Orignal Trilogy, a saga that has created religions like Sith and Jedi in real life. All the significant actors connected to the original Star Wars films have become perennial superstars! Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher will always be Luke and Leia for the majority of fans out there; we can’t imagine them in any other role. Even though Mark has done some remarkable work by lending his voice for Joker in DC’s animated cartoons, but still he will always be the “Luke Skywalker” for us.
There are several interviews of the cast involved in making this legendary movie where they keep saying they had a blast while making the film. Harrison Ford has explicitly stated that he had so much fun on the set that he didn’t felt like he was doing any work. Maybe he had more fun than others as he had a secret but brief affair with Carrie Fisher behind the sets, which she had revealed in her book and also confirmed the same in an interview a month before she passed away.
We were able to get some entertaining behind the scene pictures of the cast members having fun during the shoots of the original trilogy. We are sure that most of our readers have not seen these pictures before because these snaps are rare. Here is the compilation of those BTS pics, enjoy!

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Despite heavy sleet and ice from winter storms, forage and wheat crops have shown no noticeable damage this spring, said two Purdue University Extension specialists.
"With the amount of snowfall and ice we received in early February, it was important for farmers to monitor their fields as the snow and ice melted because it could have caused serious damage," said Keith Johnson, forage crops specialist. "We luckily have not seen or heard of any serious damage that was caused by the winter storms."
Johnson said farmers should inspect forage for heaving and dieback of whole plants or portions of tillers on plants.
"Cool and wet springs can be problematic for the development of many diseases, especially in new stands of alfalfa that have low levels of resistance to the pathogens present," Johnson said.
"Herbicide selection is important for forage fields. Make sure to select a herbicide that is effective in controlling weeds of concern and know what the restrictions are for the herbicide selected. Knowing the plantback, grazing and harvesting restrictions are important factors. Crop rotation, grazing management and harvest date are affected by the herbicides used."
Johnson urged farmers to be on the lookout for alfalfa weevil, as well. He added that producers should monitor weather conditions and crop development, and make sure machinery is ready to go when it is time to harvest forage.
As farmers head into the spring season stage of winter wheat, it is important to keep scouting fields for potential problems, said Shaun Casteel, wheat specialist.
Producers should scout for cold injury, yellowing and plant viruses, Casteel said. Wheat insects that could be a problem include cereal leaf beetle larvae and Hessian fly larvae.
"Many farmers planted wheat early in the fall, and if they did so before the Hessian fly-free date for their part of the state, their chances of Hessian fly in their fields is much higher."
The fly-free dates range from Sept. 22 in northern Indiana counties to Oct. 9 in southern counties.
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Trial begins of man accused of attacking Westley Murray, who was dropped off at Romford hospital with stab wounds
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The trial of the man accused of attacking Westley Murray began on Tuesday.
The jury were sworn in for the case of Paul Chambers, 26, of no fixed abode, who has pleaded not guilty to wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
He also pleaded not guilty to wounding and possessing a knife in a public place.
Westley, 33, was dropped off at Queen’s Hospital, Romford, with stab wounds on June 30.
After the incident, an appeal was launched by Havering police to track down the driver who left him at the hospital and witnesses who helped to take him inside.
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T3 - Cytomel (Liothyronine Sodium) by LA Pharma 100mcg x 100 Tabs
Item: Liothyronine Sodium10mcg
Packaging: 100 tabs of 100mcg Liothyronine Sodium T3 Tabs
Manufacturer: LA Pharma, Professional UGL
Active Ingredients: Liothyronine Sodium
Typical Dosage: 25mcg - 100mg daily
Active Half-life: 2.5 Days
- Hugely popular for Cutting and Weight Loss.
- Commonly used with anabolic steroids due to its significant impact on the body’s metabolism as a whole
- Too much T3 without the use of anabolic steroids can result in muscle loss.

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geographic charts showing the relief of the seabed by means of isobaths, usually supplemented by notations of the depth. The coloration of the relief of the seabed is given in depth gradations. The bathymetric map is the basic tool for the study of the physical geography and the mapping of bodies of water. Bathymetric maps are used in the exploration for minerals, the fishing industry, and as an important aid to navigation.
The Dutch scientist P. Anselin was the first to use the bathymetric system in the 17th century in charting the depth of the Maas River on a map of Rotterdam (1697).
Until the years 1940–45, bathymetric maps were mainly compiled using linear interpolation of isobaths between soundings and did not show all morphological features of the relief of the seabed. An important step in the development of bathymetry was the compilation (1950) of a 1:2,500,000 scale Hypsometric Map of the USSR; large-scale navigational charts were widely used in compiling the isobaths of this map, and, in addition to depth soundings, the map incorporated the results of geological and geomorphological studies of the seabed and the shores. Since then, formal linear interpolation of isobaths has been supplanted by geomorphological interpretation of measurements, which makes it possible to show the regular typical features of the structure of the underwater relief (World Atlas, 1954; Sea Atlas, vol. 1,1953; Bathymetric Maps of the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, on a scale of 1:10,000,000, published in 1955–56, and other atlases).
The future development of bathymetric cartography depends on the implementation of large-scale echo soundings of the underwater relief and the perfection of the method of geomorphological interpolation. This method gives a scientifically based and geographically reliable picture of the types and forms of the relief of the seabed, based on a model of the profiles, maximum utilization of data on depths, and geological and geophysical data of the seabed. Of special significance among the contemporary bathymetric maps which are being compiled on the basis of new data are the bathymetric maps of the Pacific Ocean on a scale of 1:10,000,000 (1964), bathymetric maps of the Atlantic Ocean on a scale of 1:10,000,000 (1965), and bathymetric maps of the Indian Ocean on a scale of 1:15,000,000 (1963), as well as the Bathymetric Map of the Physical and Geographical Atlas of the World (1964), the Atlas of the Antarctic (1966), and the World Atlas (2nd ed., 1967).
Bathymetric maps are also widely published abroad. The Oceanographic Institute in Monaco publishes and revises from time to time the General Bathymetric Map of the Oceans on a scale of 1:10,000,000. Small-scale bathymetric maps are an integral part of foreign atlases of general geography and topical subject atlases. The new methods of bathymetric cartography—the study of the relief by echo sounding and geological and geophysical interpretation of the underwater relief—are now also used abroad.
REFERENCESLeont’ev, N. F. Geograficheskie osnovy kartografirovaniia podvodnogo rel’efa na gipsometricheskikh kartakh. Moscow, 1961.
Udintsev, G. B. “Novye karty rel’efa dna Tikhogo okeana.” Okeanologiia, 1963, vol. 3, no. 1.
Budanova, L. Ia., [andothers]. “K voprosu o metodike sostavleniia batimetricheskikh kart.” Trudy Instituta okeanologii AN SSSR, 1960, vol. 44.
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In 1948 the MRC streptomycin trial established the principles of the modern clinical trial, and for longer still the idea of a control or comparison group recruited concurrently to the intervention group has been recognised as essential to obtaining sound evidence for clinical effectiveness. But must a clinical trial proceed by running an intervention and comparator in parallel? In this seminar I will focus on trials where participants are randomised in clusters. This is common when evaluating health service interventions that are delivered within an organisational unit such as a school or general practice. I will look in particular at trials where the comparator is routine care: these trials effectively ask how individuals' outcomes would compare before and after introducing the new treatment in a cluster. I will discuss some surprisingly efficient alternatives to parallel group trial designs in this case, made possible by delaying introduction of the intervention in some clusters after randomisation, with these clusters continuing in the meantime to receive routine care.
The dog-leg design: giving clinical trials more power to their elbow
R. L. Hooper, Blizard Institute
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FIFA 18 is a football simulation video game in the FIFA series of video games, developed and published by Electronic Arts, and is scheduled to be released worldwide on 29 September 2017 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. It will be the 25th instalment in the FIFA series.
FIFA 18 is the second instalment in the series to use the Frostbite 3 game engine, although some versions of the game use a different game engine. The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions include a continuation of "The Journey" a story-based mode that was originally in FIFA 17 entitled "The Journey: Hunter Returns". The PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions, known as FIFA 18: Legacy Edition, do not contain any new gameplay features aside from updated kits and rosters.
FIFA 18 is a sports video game that simulates association football. The game features 52 fully licensed stadiums from 12 countries, including new stadiums, plus 30 generic fields equals to a total of 82. All 20 Premier League stadiums are represented in the series. Commentary is once again provided by Martin Tyler, Alan Smith, Alan McInally, Geoff Shreeves, Clive Tyldesley and Andy Townsend.
FIFA 18 Ultimate Team Icons, the new version of what has previously been called Legends is playable on the PS4, Xbox One and PC versions of the game.
The story-based Journey mode that was introduced in FIFA 17 returns in this instalment and continues the narrative under the title "The Journey: Hunter Returns". If one completed the original story, they will begin FIFA 18 at the same club – with traits and honours, such as a Premier League title or FA Cup win are carried over. As for those starting afresh they will see a montage of key plot points, then be able to select from any current English Premier League side. Alex Hunter, the 18-year-old main character from Clapham, London, returns and is fully customisable. Players can unlock items which include new clothes and hairstyles for Hunter. While FIFA 17 locked Hunter to the English Premier League and Championship, in FIFA 18 players can now experience new locations, such as Brazil and the United States. Ronaldo also features in The Journey 2 as part of Alex Hunter’s comeback story.
FIFA 18 is being developed and published by Electronic Arts.
In January 2017, during the Nintendo Switch Presentation, EA announced a custom-built port of FIFA 18 on the Nintendo Switch console. It will run on an internally developed game engine, as opposed to Frostbite engine that several versions of the game run on. While the Switch version includes a career mode, it excludes the story-based Journey mode. The Switch version will run at a resolution of 1080p at 60 frames per second when docked to a TV, and 720p at 60 frames per second in the handheld/tabletop mode. The Switch version will mark the first time Ultimate Team ever made an appearance on a Nintendo system. Features exclusive to the Switch version include local multiplayer in the form of the new mode Local Seasons, allowing up to 2 Nintendo Switches to connect and compete in a five-match sequence. Another mode exclusive to Switch is the Switch Kick-Off mode, allowing players to instantly get into local/solo matches.
The faces for Forest Green Rovers will be captured for the game, a first for a club outside of Europe's top leagues. EA chose the club after they were promoted to the Football League after a 128 year wait.
FIFA 18 is scheduled to be released worldwide on 29 September 2017 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. Cristiano Ronaldo is featured on the cover of game's retail box.
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