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There was a huge increase in the number of people executed last year driven by a sharp escalation in death sentences handed out by Iran, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Figures gathered by human rights organisation Amnesty International found that at least 1,634 people were executed by 25 countries in 2015. This is a 55% increase on the 1,061 recorded executions in 2014 and is the highest number recorded since 1989.
It’s important to note that the figure doesn’t include executions in China because the Chinese government keep the figures secret. Excluding China, a massive 90% of worldwide executions were carried out by just three countries — Iran, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
Topping the execution list is Iran who executed around 981 people in 2015. That’s 60% of the worldwide total and represents an increase of 238 executions from 2014. Four of the people it executed were under 18 at the time they are alleged to have committed a crime.
From 2008 to December 2014 Pakistan didn’t execute anyone, but in response to a terrorist attack on a school it has started up again big time. It put 326 people to death in 2015, the largest number ever recorded by Amnesty international.
Saudi Arabia executed around 158 in 2015. That a 76% increase on 2014 and, as Business Insider has pointed out before, represents a trend for Saudi to escalate the rate it carries out executions year on year.
Despite the upwards trend, not everyone is joining the execution bandwagon. Fiji, the Republic of the Congo, Madagascar and Suriname all abolished the death penalty last year.

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The daily business briefing: August 10, 2020
Amazon discuss putting fulfillment centers in Simon malls, Pelosi calls Trump's coronavirus-relief orders unconstitutional, and more
Amazon in talks to put fulfillment centers in Simon malls
Amazon is negotiating with mall-owner Simon Property Group to transform empty department-store spaces into Amazon fulfillment centers, The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. The vacant stores include Sears and J.C. Penney locations that have been closed as malls struggle but online shopping surges during the coronavirus crisis. A deal would show that Simon, the nation's biggest mall operator, is willing to give up spaces it needs to attract mall traffic to secure a steady tenant. It wasn't immediately clear how many fulfillment centers Amazon would add, but Simon malls have 63 Penney and 11 Sears stores, according to a May public filing. J.C. Penney, which filed for bankruptcy protection in May, is closing 154 stores this summer. Long-struggling Sears also plans to close dozens of its remaining stores.
Pelosi calls Trump orders 'absurdly unconstitutional'
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Sunday called President Trump's executive orders on coronavirus relief "absurdly unconstitutional," and she and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said they were restarting talks on a new aid package. The White House and Democrats last week hit an impasse on legislation that was to include extending extra unemployment benefits, eviction protection, and other measures. Trump on Saturday bypassed Congress by signing four actions, including one aiming to provide up to $400 in enhanced unemployment benefits that states would have to help cover. The other actions would extend the moratorium on evictions, defer payroll taxes on people making less than 100,000 per year, and pause student loan payments. Sen. Ben Sasse (R-Neb.) called the actions "unconstitutional slop," and Pelosi said she shared that view.
Stocks mixed after Trump's coronavirus-relief executive orders
U.S. stock index futures were mixed early Monday after President Trump signed executive orders seeking to bypass Congress and extend some coronavirus relief. Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 were up by 0.4 percent and 0.1 percent respectively, while those of the Nasdaq were down by less than 0.1 percent several hours before the opening bell. Trump's orders seek to revive recently expired extra unemployment benefits, but at $400 per week instead of the original $600. Trump also called for deferring student loan payments, extending a federal moratorium on evictions, and pausing collection of some payroll taxes. The moves came as stalled talks on new coronavirus relief legislation raised fears of a sudden economic shock after several key benefits from the first coronavirus relief package lapsed.
Oil prices rise on signs of recovering demand
West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures rose by 1.7 percent on Sunday, breaking a two-day losing streak after Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser said that oil demand in Asia had nearly returned to pre-coronavirus pandemic levels. Prices pushed through the top end of the range where they had been stuck for months, but they continued to face downward pressure as surging coronavirus infections in many U.S. states raised doubts about the prospects for an economic rebound. Oil drilling in the U.S. has dropped to a 15-year low and global oil exploration is stalled. Saudi Aramco reported Sunday that its quarterly profit shrank by 73 percent compared to the same period last year as coronavirus lockdowns sharply reduced the demand for oil.
Tourism-dependent Mauritius rushes to contain spill
Thousands of environmental activists, students, and others rushed to create floating oil booms to contain a spill from a wrecked Japanese ship that threatens to damage the Mahebourg Lagoon in Mauritius, where there are wetlands the government described as "very sensitive." Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth declared a state of emergency after the ship ran aground on a reef, releasing oil from its cracked hull. He said the spill "represents a danger" to the country of 1.3 million people. The Indian Ocean island nation depends heavily on tourism, which is tied to its clear waters and coral reefs and already has been hurt by coronavirus-related travel restrictions.


Android phones are known for their user-friendly interface, compatibility with a wide range of apps, and advanced features. However, one common issue faced by Android users is the Wi-Fi connection dropping frequently. This can be a frustrating experience, especially when you are in the middle of an important video call or trying to stream your favorite show.
Understanding the Problem
What is Wi-Fi Disconnection?
Wi-Fi disconnection is a common issue that Android phone users face when trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It occurs when the device loses its connection to the Wi-Fi network, resulting in a loss of internet connectivity. The disconnection can happen due to a variety of reasons, including interference, glitch, or a connection issue.
Why Does Wi-Fi Keep Disconnecting on Android?
There are several reasons why Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting on Android phones. Here are some of the most common causes:
- Airplane mode: If the airplane mode is turned on, the Wi-Fi connection will be disabled. Check the quick settings pane or the gear icon in the notification panel to make sure airplane mode is turned off.
- Signal strength: If the Wi-Fi signal is weak, the device may disconnect from the network. Move closer to the router or try resetting the router to improve the signal strength.
- VPNs: Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) can cause connectivity issues with Wi-Fi networks. Try disconnecting from the VPN and then reconnecting to the Wi-Fi network.
- Router problem: If the router is not working properly, it can cause Wi-Fi disconnection. Try resetting the router to see if it fixes the issue.
- Interfering apps: Some apps may interfere with the Wi-Fi connection, causing disconnection issues. Try disabling apps that may be causing the problem.
- Router settings: Check the router settings to ensure that they are configured correctly. Incorrect settings can cause Wi-Fi disconnection.
- Wi-Fi range: If the device is too far away from the router, the Wi-Fi connection may be intermittent. Move closer to the router or consider getting a Wi-Fi extender.
- Adaptive connectivity: Adaptive Wi-Fi and adaptive connectivity features can cause Wi-Fi disconnection issues. Try disabling these features to see if it fixes the problem.
- Network preferences: If the network preferences are not set up correctly, it can cause Wi-Fi disconnection. Go to the Wi-Fi settings and analyze the network preferences to ensure they are correct.
- Wireless network hardware: Faulty wireless network hardware can cause Wi-Fi disconnection. Consider getting the hardware checked or replaced if the issue persists.
Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Disconnection
If you're experiencing Wi-Fi disconnection issues on your Android phone, there are several steps you can take to troubleshoot and fix the problem. Here are some solutions to try:
Restart Your Android Phone
One of the easiest and most effective ways to fix Wi-Fi disconnection issues on your Android phone is to simply restart your device. This can help clear any temporary glitches or bugs that may be causing the problem.
Reset Network Settings
Resetting your network settings can also help fix Wi-Fi disconnection issues. This will erase all saved Wi-Fi networks and passwords, so you'll need to reconnect to each network again. To reset your network settings, go to Settings > System > Reset options > Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth.
Forget the Wi-Fi Network
Forgetting the Wi-Fi network that's causing the disconnection issue can also help. To forget a Wi-Fi network, go to Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi > Saved networks. Find the network that's causing the problem, tap and hold it, and select Forget network.
Update Your Android Phone
Updating your Android phone to the latest version can also help fix Wi-Fi disconnection issues. To check for updates, go to Settings > System > System update.
Check Your Wi-Fi Network Settings
If none of the above solutions work, there may be an issue with your Wi-Fi network settings. Make sure your Wi-Fi router is working properly, and check the router's settings to ensure everything is configured correctly. You may also want to try resetting your Wi-Fi router.
By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to fix Wi-Fi disconnection issues on your Android phone. If the problem persists, you may want to contact your phone manufacturer or service provider for further assistance.
If you've tried all the basic troubleshooting steps and your Android Wi-Fi still keeps disconnecting, it's time to move on to more advanced troubleshooting. Here are some things you can try:
Analyze Wi-Fi Network
It's possible that your Wi-Fi network is the problem. You can analyze your network to see if there are any issues. You can use a Wi-Fi analyzer app to check the signal strength and channel congestion. If you find that your network is congested, try changing the channel on your router to a less congested one.
Check for Interfering Apps
Some apps on your Android phone might interfere with your Wi-Fi connection. You can check for interfering apps by booting your phone into Safe Mode. If your Wi-Fi connection works fine in Safe Mode, then an app is causing the problem. You can then uninstall the app or disable its Wi-Fi access.
Check Router Settings
Your router settings might be causing your Wi-Fi to disconnect. Check your router settings to ensure that they are configured correctly. Some settings to check include the Wi-Fi channel, security type, and encryption method. You can also try resetting your router to its default settings.
Check Wi-Fi Range
If your Wi-Fi signal is weak or spotty, your Android phone might keep disconnecting from Wi-Fi. You can try moving closer to your router or installing a Wi-Fi extender to boost the signal. You can also try adjusting the antenna on your router to improve the signal strength.
Try Safe Mode
As mentioned earlier, booting your phone into Safe Mode can help you determine if an app is causing the Wi-Fi disconnection problem. If your Wi-Fi connection works fine in Safe Mode, then an app is causing the problem. You can then uninstall the app or disable its Wi-Fi access.
Factory Reset Your Android Phone
If none of the above troubleshooting steps work, you can try factory resetting your Android phone. This will erase all data on your phone, so make sure you back up everything before doing so. After the reset, set up your Wi-Fi connection again and see if the problem persists.
By following these advanced troubleshooting steps, you can hopefully resolve your Android Wi-Fi disconnection problem.
In conclusion, experiencing Wi-Fi disconnection issues on your Android smartphone can be frustrating. However, there are various ways to fix this problem.
It is important to identify the root cause of the problem before attempting to fix it. This may involve checking your Wi-Fi network settings, and router settings, or contacting your Internet service provider for assistance. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to resolve most Wi-Fi disconnection issues on your Android smartphone.


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AEG Presents, the second-largest live event company that runs music festivals like Coachella, Stagecoach and others, on Thursday announced it would be requiring proof of vaccination for any concert goers or staff entering one of its venues, theaters or festivals.
AEG Presents is an owner or a partner in venues such as New York’s Webster Hall and Brooklyn Steel, The Roxy and El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles and The Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas. It also operates the Firefly Music Festival, Day N Vegas, The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and Coachella Music & Arts Festival, and both the Jazz Fest and Coachella have already been postponed until 2022.
The vaccination policy will go into effect October 1, and leading up until October, any events will require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the event, all where applicable by law.
“We have come to the conclusion that, as a market leader, it was up to us to take a real stand on vaccination status,” Jay Marciano, COO of AEG and Chairman and CEO, AEG Presents, said in a statement. “Just a few weeks ago, we were optimistic about where our business, and country, were heading.”
He continued: “The Delta variant, combined with vaccine hesitancy, is pushing us in the wrong direction again. We realize that some people might look at this as a dramatic step, but it’s the right one. We also are aware that there might be some initial pushback, but I’m confident and hopeful that, at the end of the day, we will be on the right side of history and doing what’s best for artists, fans, and live event workers.”
AEG’s policy follows a similar announcement by Live Nation, though rather than outright mandated proof of COVID-19 vaccines, Live Nation is giving artists the option to require it on their tours or in whichever venues they perform in, and they’ll also allow proof of a negative COVID-19 test. Live Nation said they had implemented the policy for Lollapalooza and that many artists are trending toward taking them up on the option.
AEG’s policy will be an open-ended policy, with any changes or reversals informed by updates relative to infection rates, transmission data, variant developments and local and federal regulations.
“Certain states’ regulations may override our mandate, or a few artists may not want to immediately get on board with the plan, but we know that using our platform to take a strong position on vaccinations can make an impact,” Shawn Trell, COO and general counsel for AEG Presents, said. “The message we want to send is simple and clear: the only way to be as safe as possible is to require everyone to be vaccinated. And we’re confident that others who haven’t been ready to make this full commitment yet will follow our lead.”
“Our hope is that our pro-active stance encourages people to do the right thing and get vaccinated,” Marciano added. “We’ve already had to deliver bad news about JazzFest this week; I think everyone can agree that we don’t want concerts to go away again, and this is the best way to keep that from happening.”

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Bouchareb invents three Algerian brothers who we meet as kids in the 1920s when they’re forcibly evicted from their land. We jump to May 1945 as a conflict breaks out between police and protestors in Sétif, leading to thousands of deaths. In the chaos, we meet Saïd (Jamel Debbouze), Messaoud (Roschdy Zem) and Abdelkader (Sami Bouajila), now adults. Time shifts again: Saïd moves to Paris, living in a shanty town while ducking and diving in Pigalle, Abdelkader is jailed in Algeria and Messaoud fights for the French army in Indochina.
The film fully enters noir-ish Melville territory in the late 1950s, when Abdelkader becomes a leader of the Paris branch of the FLN, Messaoud joins his brother in the movement and less political Saïd graduates from running prostitutes to running a cabaret club. It’s the cold lack of glamour of Melville’s film that Bouchareb co-opts, as Abdelkader becomes a steely operator, prepared to turn on family for the good of the movement.
Bouchareb strives hard to reclaim the work of the FLN as an honourable and necessary political movement, and his referencing of ‘Army of Shadows’ is more than a stylistic choice: it’s a plea for the FLN to be acknowledged as facing choices as vital and conflicted as anyone who fought in the noble ranks of the resistance.
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Cast and crew
- Director:Rachid Bouchareb
- Screenwriter:Rachid Bouchareb
- Assaad Bouab
- Sabrina Seyvecou
- Jamel Debbouze
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Embark on a journey to explore the fascinating world of oboe reeds and unlock the secrets to finding the perfect match for your instrument. As an oboe player, you understand that the reed is the heart and soul of your oboe, playing a crucial role in shaping your sound and performance. In this article, we’ll delve into the various aspects of oboe reeds and provide you with valuable insights to elevate your playing experience.
The materials and craftsmanship behind oboe reeds are essential for creating a high-quality reed. Typically made from Arundo donax cane, an excellent oboe reed depends on the cane’s density, strength, and flexibility. These attributes ensure that the reed vibrates freely, producing the rich, distinctive tones that characterize the oboe.
Oboe reeds come in different styles, such as American, European, and French. Each style offers a unique playing experience and sound, allowing you to tailor your oboe’s performance to your personal preferences. Don’t hesitate to experiment with various styles of oboe reeds to find the perfect fit for your musical tastes and technique.
A well-crafted oboe reed should be responsive, comfortable, and provide a balanced sound across the instrument’s range. Responsiveness refers to the ease with which the reed vibrates when air passes through it, affecting the quality of the sound and the articulation. A comfortable reed allows for extended playing periods without fatigue, while a balanced sound ensures consistency in volume and tone.
Your choice of oboe reeds should take into account your skill level and the type of music you play. Beginners might find softer reeds more accessible, while advanced players may prefer harder reeds for greater control and a more robust sound. Regardless of your experience, it’s essential to explore different reeds to find the one that meets your needs best.
Caring for your oboe reeds is vital for maintaining their performance and longevity. Store your reeds in a protective case to avoid damage, and ensure they dry thoroughly between uses to prevent mold growth. Regularly inspect your reeds for signs of wear, such as chipping or cracking, and replace them as necessary to maintain peak performance.
Many oboists opt to make their own reeds for a truly customized playing experience. Crafting your oboe reeds allows you to fine-tune the reed’s characteristics to your specific requirements. While making your own reeds can be time-consuming and requires specialized tools, the rewards of a personalized reed often outweigh the effort.
In the end, the ideal oboe reed is a personal choice that depends on your preferences, playing style, and instrument. By experimenting with various oboe reeds and considering factors such as responsiveness, comfort, and sound quality, you can master the art of oboe playing and elevate your musical experience.

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Blake Schwarzenbach teaches at Hunter
I read that somewhere and thought it was really very awesome.
But let's get to the point, shall we? Journey back with me. It's 1990. Jawbreaker are fresh out the box, coasting on the strength of their first LP, Unfun, and the sensi-tough ache of that song "Want," which always went next to Rites of Spring's "For Want Of" on my mixes. I was a wanter. Big time.
New Red Archives sees fit to release a comp on clear vinyl that presents the punk state of the union, featuring Samiam, Ultraman, Crucial Youth, Hogan's Heroes, Kraut, Bedlam Hour, and more. And Jawbreaker steals the show. (channeling my inner Kasem) Here's Blake Schwarzenbach, Adam Pfahler, and Chris Bauermeister -- Jawbreaker-- with "Rich."
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Qwanell Mosley Relationship Status
Qwanell Mosley is mostly silent about his relationship status. He shares very little about his romantic life. However, the artist had once confirmed to dating Dawn Richard. Dawn Richard is an American singer, songwriter, actress, dancer, model, and animator. Though, the two were never open about their relationship with the public.
The pair never shared the details about their dating life: how and where they met. At present, the two do not seem to be in a relationship, neither have they ever confirmed breakup rumors. Except for Dawn, there is no information about his other girlfriends. Currently, from looking at his social media profiles, the singer seems to be single.
Qwanell Mosley Net Worth and Career
Qwanell Mosley, better known as ‘Que,’ is an R&B singer. He is best known for being the contestant and winner of the 4th season of the hit reality TV show Making the Band 4. Que was also a member of the group Day26 signed to Bad Boy Records. The group gave the popular songs: Since You’ve Been Gone, Imma Put It on Her, and Co-Star.
However, the R&B singer later left the group in 2009 because of the frequent disagreements in the group. After separating from the group, he became determined to build a solo career. The singer has since released well-received mixtapes like The Q Files, Guitar-Her, and See Me. In 2012, Anthony Q signed a distribution deal under Sky’s The Limit Entertainment with Capital Records/EMI.
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Anthony Q was also the face of Threadz Clothing Boutique, a boutique that carries various designers clothing for men in Atlanta, Georgia. Recently, the former Day26 member has not released any new single. As of now, he is known as one of the well-known solo artists. As for his wealth accounts, according to celebrity net worth, Qwanell has a net worth of $400,000.
Qwanell Mosley Early Life
Qwanell Mosley was born on September 29, 1988, in Rochester, New York. His full name is Qwanell Anthony Mosley. His parents are of Eritrean and African American descent. No further details of his parents are out in the open as of now. He has had a difficult upbringing. Qwanell lost his father at the age of four and, after that, relied entirely on his mother, sisters, and grandfather for support throughout his childhood years.
Growing up, he always had aspirations of being a singer. Mosley attended SOTA high school in Rochester and later studied audio engineering at Five Towns College. In school, Que used to perform in school plays. He has performed in plays such as The Wiz, Ragtime, and All Night Strut. Before beginning his career as a singer, Mosley had a group in Rochester that helped him to prepare for his music career to a great extent.
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The chances of our nightmares becoming a reality are growing.
Amid escalating concerns regarding President Biden’s age and mental acuity, Vice President Kamala Harris asserts her readiness to step up and lead. In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal, Harris emphasized her preparedness to serve, underscoring her capacity for leadership evident in her work.
The interview took place before the release of Special Counsel Robert Hur’s report on Biden’s handling of classified documents, which highlighted significant limitations in the president’s memory. While the report recommended no charges against Biden, citing his sympathetic portrayal as an elderly man with memory issues, it nonetheless fueled discussions about Biden’s fitness for office, not only among Republicans but also within Democratic circles.
Prominent figures within the Democratic Party, including former President Bill Clinton’s strategists James Carville and Paul Begala, expressed reservations about Biden’s recent actions. Carville pointed out Biden’s refusal to participate in a high-profile Super Bowl Sunday interview as a potential indicator of waning confidence, while Begala lamented the impact of Hur’s report on Democratic prospects, acknowledging the legitimacy of concerns surrounding Biden’s age.
Furthermore, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton acknowledged the validity of discussions surrounding Biden’s age, adding weight to the growing discourse within the party.
As debates persist about Biden’s ability to lead effectively, Harris’s declaration of readiness assumes significance. Her affirmation signals a willingness to step into a more prominent role if necessary, amidst lingering uncertainties about the current administration’s future direction.


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Steve Liu is responsible for early-stage design work and analysis for solar project at Greenskies. He and his team work with the EPC and O&M departments to incorporate best practices to ensure the optimal design for every project. Steve also works across the company to identify and integrate the latest technology and design practices to ensure Greenskies' products are on the cutting edge of efficiency and cost competitiveness.
Prior to Greenskies, Steve worked for United Technologies in engineering, supply chain, and project management roles.
Steve holds an MBA from Indiana University and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University.

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Power meters like the Kill-A-Watt are great for keeping track of energy usage, and are also very hackable. The Kill-a-Watt in particular puts out analog signals proportional to current and voltage, which makes it easy to interface with a microcontroller.
Although reading analog voltages is easy enough, [Kalle] found a cheap Chinese power meter that is even more hackable. These inexpensive power meters cost about the same as a first-generation Kill-a-Watt, but they directly stream out digital data. The power meter [Kalle] hacked has a non-US plug, but the meter is available from the usual suppliers (eBay, Aliexpress, etc) with a 3-prong US plug and 120v rating.
After breaking out a logic analyzer, [Kalle] discovered that the meter constantly streams voltage, current, and power data from the measurement board to the display board on a SPI-like bus. The ribbon cable inside the meter even has the clock and data bus lines clearly labelled. [Kalle] went on to reverse-engineer the protocol and write an Arduino sketch that parses the stream, making it even easier to integrate this meter into your next power monitoring project.
When it comes down to energy management, having real-time data is key. But rarely is up-to-the-minute kilowatt hour information given out freely by a Utility company, which makes it extremely hard to adjust spending habits during the billing cycle. So when we heard about [Jon]’s project to translate light signals radiating out of his meter, we had to check it out.
From the looks of it, his hardware configuration is relatively simple. All it uses is a TSL261 Light-to-Voltage sensor connected to an Arduino with an Ethernet shield attached. The sensor is then taped above the meter’s flashing LED, which flickers whenever a pulse is sent out indicating every time a watt of electricity is used. His configuration is specific to the type of meter that was installed by his Utility, and there is no guarantee that all the meters deployed by that company are the same. But it is a good start towards a better energy monitoring solution.
And the entire process is documented on [Jon]’s website, allowing for more energy-curious people to see what it took to get it all hooked up. In it, he describes how to get started with MQTT, which is a machine-to-machine (M2M)/”Internet of Things” connectivity protocol, to produce a real-time graph, streaming data in from a live feed.
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For his masters at Cornell, [Christopher McNally] designed a simple, non intrusive home power meter capable of doing everything a ‘smart meter’ can do – log power consumption throughout a home, and display a log of a home’s power consumption over WiFi. He’s even testing out some interesting ideas, like automatically detecting when specific devices turn on by reading the current data.
From [Chris]'[Jeramy] developed his system around the Arduino and a Ethernet shield, taking care of networking and choosing a micro, leaving him more time to develop the more interesting part of the project: sensing current. For this he used a small, clip-on current transducer. This sensor generates up to 10 VAC across a resistor, but the Arduino doesn’t play well with AC, requiring a small rectifier built around an op amp.
While the project works as a homebrew smart meter, [Jeramy] wasn’t able to automatically detect when certain devices were powered on. This is partly due to the fact that changes in current were only seen in magnitude and not waveform. Also, if two devices were powered on at the same time, the software would see that as a larger device that draws the sum of the current of two smaller devices. Still, [Jeramy] came up with a cheap way of metering power in any home, and the cost of his solution is cheaper than a lot of professional systems out there.
All the code, files, and design report are available on [Jeramy]’ git.
[Sal] sent us his digital electric meter monitor, which immediately made us nostalgic for some of Forrest Mims’ books. Sal’s schematic and circuit description are similar to Forrest’s style, and we mean that as a compliment. Even in today’s world of CAD and EDS packages, sketching out a circuit by hand is sometimes both easier and faster. The schematic isn’t the only classic aspect of [Sal’s] design. He’s collecting data using a parallel port on an unused PC: in this case, a Toshiba Libretto running Windows 95. Before cheap flash-based microcontrollers and dev boards were available, the PC parallel port was the go-to hardware hacking interface for many of us. Plenty of the software running those old hacks was written in basic, and [Sal’s] meter is no exception. His software runs on Microsoft QBasic, which shipped with Windows 95.
The circuit takes advantage of the digital meter’s output: a 10 ms pulse for every 1 Wh of energy used. An IR photo detector from RadioShack detects the meter pulses, which are amplified by an LM324 Op Amp. An NPN transistor then shifts the output to send it to two 74LS73 JK flip flops. The first flip flop uses a transistor to drive an LED for visual output. The second JK flip flop sends the data to the PC. The flip flop has the effect of dividing the number of meter pulses by two, creating a much longer toggled signal that a PC can better detect.
Although using an AVR or PIC would consume less power, [Sal’s] setup has already more than paid for its power usage. By monitoring and adapting his electrical usage, [Sal] is saving $20 a month on his electric bill. We’ve included [Sal’s] circuit diagram and source code after the break (apologies to our readers on RSS).
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Cycling power meters can set you back quite a pretty penny. [Keith] quotes prices starting at $1500 and going up to $4000. We know several serious cyclists who would think twice about spending that on a bike, and wouldn’t even consider putting that kind of investment into an accessory for it. But if you’ve got the time [Keith] will show you how to build and install your own cycling power meter.
The link above is a roundup of all the posts and videos [Keith] made along the way. We’ve embedded his introduction video after the break where he discusses the goals of the project. The system allows for independently measuring the power of each leg. This is accomplished using strain gauges on the cranks to monitor torque. This data is combined with cadence measurements (how fast the rider is turning the cranks) which is all that is necessary to calculate the power output of the rider.
The parts list comes in at about $350. This doesn’t include the equipment he used to test and calibrate his calculations.
Continue reading “Build and install your own high-end cycling power meter”
[Dave’s] been elbow-deep in mains voltage while building this home energy monitoring rig. He started with an approach that is different from most we’ve seen before. He wanted a system that could make a linear measurement to keep the accuracy as high as possible. His first thought was to use a opto-isolated linear amplifier to measure voltage, but ended up altering that plan since he’s looking for digital values when all is said and done.
He’s using an ADC on the mains side of the interface board, then sending the digital values to an Arduino with opto-isolators to keep the high voltage separate from the low. This does complicate things a little bit, as he has low voltage rails on either side; 0V and 5V to run the ADC on the mains side, and separate 0V and 5V to run the Arduino. To solve the problem of accurate current measurement over the full range a house uses he opted for a Programmable Gain Amplifier. It’s addressed via SPI and allows him to adjust resolution to facilitate accurate measurement of very small currents. We think anyone who has tried to measure small appliances (like an alarm clock) with a Kill-A-Watt and gets a zero reading will appreciate this.
The Arduino sends data via a serial connection, which [Dave] is currently graphing using his laptop. It would be nice to see a simple web-server using the Ethernet shield (or a different board like the RPi) so you could log in from the couch and see what’s been going on with your home grid.
After years of hoping and wishing [Dave] finally took the plunge and installed solar panels on the roof of his house. He’s got twelve panels that are each rated at 240 Watts! But just having them sitting there and pumping power back to the grid isn’t enough. Understandably, he decided to add his own solar array monitor so that he could see just what those babies are bringing to the party.
The solar array has an inverter which takes the DC from the cells and converts it to mains voltage AC for use on the grid. The system includes a panel meter which you’d normally find on the supply to the house. All he needed to do is find a way to grab the data from that device. It’s an Elster meter, and offers two types of feedback: a blinking LED that corresponds to each Watt-hour passing through the meter, and an IrDA port which provides a more error-proof method of reading data. Monitoring the 1 Wh pulse is quite a popular method for keeping track of your electric meter, but if your hardware misses a pulse the data will be off. [Dave] chose to use a light sensor to monitor the IrDA output, which is encoded data. As long as you can read the protocol, which has been published by Elster, a transmission can be missed now and again without disturbing the overall power consumption data.


Dr Alfred Oko Vanderpuije, Accra Metropolitan Chief Executive, has ordered the demolishing of buildings at Glefe in the Ablekuma South District of Accra.
The buildings which are sited closer to the Panbros River in the Accra Metropolitan Assembly area have been identified to be unsafe for human habitation by a team from the Assembly.
The team comprised heads of departments, who were on a routine inspection of road projects in the metropolis led by Dr Vanderpuije.
Dr Vanderpuije also instituted security surveillance in the area to ensure that no waste is dumped into the river.
He said: “If the river overflows its banks it is the same people who would call on government or the National Disaster Management Organisation for assistance.”
He expressed dissatisfaction about indiscipline in Accra and gave the assurance that the AMA would ensure that its bye-laws are enforced to the letter.
Mr Emmanuel Boryor, Assemblyman for Glefe told Ghana News Agency that he personally asked the developers to stop work along the river banks, but they did not adhere to his advice.
The inspection team also cited sign posts that have been mounted on pavements which had blocked the movement of pedestrians, compelling the AMA Boss to order their removal within a week.
Dr Vanderpuije told journalists that AMA has a statutory obligation to maintain law and order in the metropolis, saying: “We will do so without fear or favour to ensure that Accra is cleaner than before.
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Has SRK replaced Salman Khan as a Bigg Boss Host?
Rumours are floating in the gossip world that Shahrukh Khan might replace Salman Khan as the host of Big Boss. As Bigg Boss 7 was much controversial for Salman Khan. It is to be said that Salman Khan will be no longer hosting the show and Salman’s Arch Rival Shahrukh Khan will be hosting the controversial celebrity reality show Bigg Boss Season 8. Though there has been no official announcement made till date. As we all know that the last season of Bigg Boss drawn a lot of criticism as Dabangg Khan was biased towards the two particular contestants- Armaan Kohli and Tanishaa Mukherjee. Reports were that the channel was much upset with the Jai Ho star and had certain issues with him. May be that was the reason why he decided not to show up at the Colors Bash and added more fuel to the fire. Meanwhile, SRK graced the Colors bash which set the tongues wagging about him to take the Bigg Boss season 8. Will SRK replace Being Human Star as a Host.? Will this replacement create more drift between the two Arch Rivals. Let’s wait and watch for more gossip.


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I stumbled across this ARTICLE that proposes women shouldn't change their name when they get married.
The article is intriguing, but what really caught my attention was this statement:
"When Helga shared her partner’s last name, both male and female [survey] participants perceived her as more caring, more dependent, less intelligent, more emotional and less competent – that is, the researchers say, more aligned with female stereotypes."
It almost seems as if there's a line of thinking that says a caring nature and deep emotions equals a lesser intellect. Seriously? Do people really think that?
What do you think about taking your spouse's name? Other than professional reasons (such as a name being a brand) is there a reason you would want to keep your own last name in marriage? Also, do you think intellect can be measured by emotional values? Does anyone else wonder who was surveyed for this article?

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All parties on Syrian peace talks in Nur-Sultan confirmed their participation - Foreign Ministry
Astana. December 10. KazTAG - All the parties of Syrian peace-talks have confirmed their participation, said Aibek Smadyarov, official representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
"Nur-Sultan will host XIV international meeting on high level on Syrian crisis settlement on December 10-11. All the parties of the Astana process in Syria have confirmed their participation, they are arriving to the capital. Among them are delegations from Russia, Turkey and Iran, and also the representatives of the Government of Syria and the Syrian armed opposition," said Smadyarov.
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By: Niko Burton Benedictine students showed what they are thankful for on Thursday night for the annual Benedictine Thanksgiving Dinner in the Krasa Cafeteria. Students began pouring into the Krasa Cafeteria as soon as the doors opened at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday evening to indulge in the annual feast. Large spreads of fruits and vegetables, … Continue reading Happy Benedictine Thanksgiving
By: Farwah Rizvi Many students participate in gift giving to the underprivileged and volunteering, especially during the holiday season. Johanne Jeudy is a junior biology major at Benedictine and is one student involved in giving to others. She is part of a program where people create dresses and send them to little girls in need. … Continue reading Dresses for Haiti
By: Azka Khan With almost five million children estimated to be affected by Typhoon Haiyan, UNICEF, the United States Fund, has already sent 60 metric tons of emergency supplies to combat with the aftermath. According to CNN, the current death toll due to the third major emergency to hit that area is almost 6,000 with … Continue reading Tasting the Change with UNICEF
By: Karly Sacco Before we know it, the colorful trees that fall brought slowly fade as winter takes over. The temperatures drop, and the holidays start to bombard people’s lives whether they are ready or not. Although these changes we are use to, some holiday traditions seem to be starting earlier each year. As soon … Continue reading Is it too early for Christmas Music?
By: Dana Mourad After hearing a lot of comments and receiving advices to try out the Sweet Tomato restaurant, I decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, I was not that satisfied with their food options. The actual food tasted fine, but perhaps Sweet Tomato is a better pick for vegetarians or those of … Continue reading Sweet Tomato might not be that sweet!
By: Hashim Arain The story of Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has caught a lot of attention because of the absurdity of it all. According to the Las Vegas Sun, the Toronto City Council voted to take some powers away from Ford after he engaged in crude behavior, such as smoking crack cocaine on video, … Continue reading Step Down
By: Syeda Khan A strange and strong storm system ripped across several Midwest states on Sunday, November 17th. This storm system caused the spinoff of strong tornadoes that tore through homes and overturned cars along its path. Tornadoes went through Midwestern states including Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin and even right here in Illinois. Two southern states including … Continue reading Tragedy Rips through Midwest
By: Claire Kositzky Monmouth College beat the Benedictine Women’s basketball team this past Wednesday night with a close score of 74-57. The game was off to a rocky start until sophomore forward Briana Hamilton scored a three pointer to get the team back into the game. From here, the game was neck in neck. Both … Continue reading Monmouth defeats lady Eagles


Aug 15, 2011, 9:07 PM EST
UPDATE: Jim Thome has done it!
Thome just launched an opposite field three-run blast off left-hander Daniel Schlereth in the top of the seventh inning to reach the 600-home run plateau. The veteran slugger was greeted at home plate by his teammates and hugged his family on the field before returning to the dugout.
Thome has two home runs and five RBI tonight. This is his 48th career multi-home run game.
While his chase has largely flown under the radar, Thome is now in the same exclusive club with Sammy Sosa, Alex Rodriguez, Ken Griffey Jr., Willie Mays, Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron and Barry Bonds. Pretty special.
9:00 PM: Jim Thome is on the brink of history.
Thome launched career homer No. 599 in the top of the sixth inning tonight against the Tigers. It was a two-run shot to left-center field off right-hander Rick Porcello which gave the Twins a 5-3 lead. It was his 10th home run of the season and traveled an estimated 412 feet.
Thome, 40, is now just one home run away from being just the eighth player in major league history to reach 600 home runs. Alex Rodriguez was the most recent player to reach the milestone last August.
He should get another chance to bat in the seventh or eighth inning, so stay tuned to see if he can get there.
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When it comes to drug testing in drug facilitated crimes, there are factors within the laboratories and testing procedures that directly influence the outcome and findings of the level of effect that the drug may have had. These factors are outlined here, to significantly show how many levels there are to discovery of an accurate result. The manner in which metabolites and parent drugs are tested for, measured, and results recorded will have a direct effect on further findings.
Certified Reference Materials (CRMs)
Use of certified reference materials are helpful to ensure accuracy and relevance of amounts recorded. If these are not available, commercial reference standards are a cost effective alternative, but do not provide formal traceability. Because of the potential consequences of the results, these are necessary inclusions for quality assurance. CRMs are there for the traceability of the substance and reliability of the test.
Each drug (listed as a DFSA) has a set maximum limit that should be tested for. Where possible, a lab should test for lower levels as well.
Minimum Required Performance Limits (MRPLs)
It is necessary to ensure that all laboratories involved in the case know what standards and methods are being used to test for substances. Make sure that all the laboratories are assigning to a minimum required performance limit. This will ensure that the standard of the testing is above a certain level. These limits must be complied with by all laboratories testing for DFSA related substances. This is not to suggest that false results are impossible when the limits are applied, nor that positive results are impossible with laboratories making use of methods that fall short of the limits – merely that it ensures a standard of accuracy within the lab that can be more reliant within the use of results to serve justice.
Factors that fall to the Laboratory
A lab must employ methods of quality control, and state these in their records, to ensure validity of its findings. The use of CRMs and MRPLs assist in this regard. This is not something that falls into the hands of the person running the tests (toxicologist) and is the direct responsibility of the lab and its documentation, transport, and storage methods.
Another factor that influences the findings of the effect of DFSAs on an incident is the volume of the sample – the person taking the sample should be aware of the reasons for the sample in order to ensure that a sufficient sample is being taken – that sufficient test can be run, or re-testing can take place – and enough for all laboratories to have access to a portion of the sample taken.
Record should be made of storage conditions of any facility where samples are stored, and the length of time for which they have been stored should also be evident. Communication lines being open, thorough, and timeous also allows for accurate result reporting – to lessen any confusion or loss of data, it is better that all parties have immediate access to results and have them placed on record. In turn, these results should match up.
Aside from well-equipped laboratories, staff should also have specialty skills, including knowledge of chromatography-mass spectrometry, and background in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics over and above clinical and forensic toxicology, pharmacology. Their ability to handle and record data, interact with investigative teams, and ensure human dignity is essential.
Testing and recording should be directed to labs that are equipped to meet the standards outlined above, as well as take place at a local level, to ensure accuracy of results.
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Recent floods have shown that exact predictions of water volume moving downstream are extremely important. Not only the water level but also the volume and the velocity are important here. LCM has developed an innovative flow measurement system based on radar. The system provides exact data and can be used commercially.
The flow measurement system, called Raven Eye, is based on the Doppler effect. A high-frequency signal is broadcast; if an object (even small particles on the water surface) is moving relative to the sender, this causes a frequency shift that is proportional to the flow velocity. This frequency shift can be measured and evaluated by the system. Compare this to the siren of a first responder vehicle: As it approaches you, the pitch (frequency) is higher, as it moves away, the pitch is lower. However, Raven Eye does not work in the audible range but with much higher frequencies.
The system measures the velocity distribution on the surface. The average velocity of the overall section is computed in the sensor via algorithms that build on many years of field experience and research. Developed in cooperation with the Belgian firm Flow-Tronic, Raven Eye can be used in any open channels at flow rates up to 9 m/s, including in sewer systems to measure the actual flow per hour and bill accordingly. The sensor is absolutely water-tight. Multiple internal sensors continuously monitor the state of the system, and the system requires minimal maintenance. Thus Raven Eye perfectly embodies its namesake with the three properties attributed to ravens: intelligence, adaptability and ability to survive.
This work has been [partially] supported by the Linz Center of Mechatronics (LCM) in the framework of the Austrian COMET-K2 programme.


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A nice puzzle. A good balance between solvable and challenging enough to have to put a little thought into it. Nicely illustrates how your pieces have to work together as a team to put you in control of the game.
Here is the whole game. It actually ended after white's 20th move, 20. Qxf8+, because black resigned. I added the additional moves, as per the puzzle, to show how the game would have ended if played out:
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Research methods in clinical linguistics and phonetics : a practical guide / edited by Nicole Muller, Martin J. Ball.Material type: TextSeries: Guides to research methods in language and linguisticsPublisher: Chicester, West Sussex : Wiley Blackwell / John Wiley and Sons Publication, 2013Description: xii, 318 pages : illustrations ; 25 cmContent type:
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Opening back in the summer of 2010, Girl & the Goat remains one of the hottest restaurants in Chicago. Located in the West Loop, the globally influenced menu features unique small plates and bold flavored foods. Chef Stephanie Izard, the first female chef to win Top Chef, has created a fun and lively setting to go along with the tasteful menu.
You’ll want to make reservations as soon as possible. I believe they accept them up to 3 months in advance. I only managed to get a 4:45pm reservation for one on a Monday. I gladly took it and could not wait to see what all the hype was about. After some sightseeing, I headed to the restaurant located on Randolph Street for my early dinner.
I gave the hostess my name and was shown to my table right away. I could see the impressive open kitchen towards the back.
My waiter, Owen, was very nice and super helpful. He handed me the food and cocktail menus, and a small menu featuring a few breads. I already had an idea of what I wanted to try, but it never hurts to look everything over again.
The place just opened and tables were filling up quickly.
The cocktails sounded great. I went with the first one listed, the Royal Rubus. It’s made with Finns gin, lemon bitters, blackberry, lime, and soda. It was the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and very refreshing.
All the food sounded amazing. As much as I wanted to try several plates, I knew a couple would be the perfect amount. I went with the wood grilled broccoli and their most popular dish, the pig face.
I mixed it well since most of the cheese sat on the bottom. It was great. It had a distinct smoky flavor and the crispies added a bit of a crunch.
And now, the wood oven roasted pig face. It sounds scary, but it’s really not. The recipe calls for a whole pig’s head where the face is precisely trimmed off, seasoned, and rolled up porchetta-style with the tongue, cheeks and snout inside. Okay, it does sound a little scary, but it’s worth a try! Patties are sliced off and placed in a sizzle plate and cooked in the wood fired oven to get nice and crispy. The famous dish is made with tamarind, cilantro, red wine-maple, potato stix, and topped with a sunny side egg.
I was told to break the egg and mix it all up.
Yum, this dish was amazing! The pig face patty was thick and fatty. So rich and awesome! Mixed with the cilantro sauce, egg, and potato stix – it was like a chunky bacon hash. Yep, this dish was worth the hype. I dream about coming back and eating it all over again.
The food was so good, I had to check out the dessert menu. I asked Owen what he suggested. He said the Caramel Corn & Malt Balls is their most popular dessert. It has vanilla malt gelato, caramel popcorn, and chocolate magic shell. Yes, magic shell! How could I not try it?
It was a hit! The crunchy sweet caramel popcorn with the vanilla gelato and chocolate was perfect. It’s like your childhood favorites all in one bowl. Bravo!
I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner at Girl & the Goat. Cocktails were great and the food was delicious. Loved the pig face! I would really like to try their other unique dishes, it all looked so good. Service was on point and Owen was excellent. Thank you!
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When it was time to look for buttons for our garments, there was one company we just had to work with – Courtney and Co.
As well as making the highest quality buttons using natural materials, the Gloucestershire-based firm's history and heritage have extraordinary parallels with our own.
We asked them to make these beautiful buttons for our polo shirts, which are currently in development. And not only do they enhance the aesthetics of our garments, they enhance their provenance too.
Just as we brought cotton back to the UK, Courtney and Co have resurrected button making. And like us, they are now sole British manufacturers in what was once an important industry for the country.
Button-making in the UK is a centuries old craft and as far back as the 16th Century, British-made buttons were traded by the merchant explorers of India, Cathay, the Spice Islands and beyond in exchange for exotic goods.
At the industry’s peak there were dozens of button-making factories across the country, but just like the cotton industry, things began to decline in the middle of the last century.
Global sourcing and cheaper imports took their toll. In the 60s, just 50 button companies remained and by 2012, there was only one left – James Grove & Sons Ltd, a family business of 155 years that was highly regarded worldwide.
When they shut their doors for the last time, yet another British industry had all but died out.
But the following year, an appeal in Country Life magazine for help to save the bankrupt firm’s production machinery inspired commodities broker David Courtney to take action. His initial idea to purchase the machinery and lease it to the company leading the rescue campaign didn't go to plan. Left with the last remaining means of making buttons in the UK, David took matters into his own hands.
Courtney and Co was founded in 2016. David and his team acquired the skills they needed to make British buttons once again, like the ones in these pictures that have been inscribed with our initials.
Using a natural material called Corozo, which is derived from a type of nut, they turn, dye and finish their buttons with traditional techniques that could have been lost forever.
We aim to use the buttons on our polo shirts, and in the future on shirts, so we hope to be ordering many more from our fellow industry mavericks at Courtney and Co.

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Drowning Pool frontman Ryan McCombs exits
Texas rockers Drowning Pool and frontman Ryan McCombs have parted ways, the band announced in a press release.
The band is now seeking the fourth lead singer of its decade-long run.
"We have always been a band who has gained success despite having multiple singers ... maybe we suffer from reverse 'lead singer's disease,'" guitarist C.J. Pierce said in a statement. "Changing things up has not always been easy, but the band has become re-energized time and time again. We are looking to find a new singer who will give both us and, and most importantly our fans, the new adrenaline shot they deserve. We do wish Ryan great success in his future endeavors."
McCombs replaced singer Jason Jones in 2006. Jones joined the band after the death of original frontman Dave Williams.
According to the press release, the band -- which also includes bassist Stevie Benton and drummer Mike Luce -- is currently looking for a new singer. That hasn't stopped them from beginning work on their fifth album, however.


California-based Tesla (TSLA) has been ordered to pay $137 million in damages to a former Black worker for subjecting him to a racially hostile work environment, a report by the Wall Street Journal stated. The amount includes $130 million in punitive damages and $6.9 million in compensatory damages.
The federal jury that gave the order said the company did not take reasonable steps to prevent Owen Diaz from being racially harassed. Diaz, a contract worker, was employed at Tesla’s Fremont factory in 2015 and 2016 as an elevator operator.
The company said the trial concerned racist graffiti in the bathrooms and racial slurs in the factory. Tesla also said that Diaz had complained thrice about the harassment and it took action. (See Tesla stock chart on TipRanks)
The electric carmaker said, “While we strongly believe that these facts don’t justify the verdict reached by the jury in San Francisco, we do recognize that in 2015 and 2016 we were not perfect.”
On October 4, RBC Capital analyst Joseph Spak maintained a Hold rating on the stock and increased the price target from $745 to $755 (3.3% downside potential).
The analyst said, “The outperformance in third-quarter deliveries was primarily due to the ongoing made-in-China Model 3 and Model Y ramp amid a very difficult supply environment and a sequential rebound in Model S/X deliveries from depressed levels in the second quarter.”
Overall, the stock has a Hold consensus rating based on 12 Buys, 7 Holds and 7 Sells. The average Tesla price target of $690.64 implies 11.5% downside potential. Shares have gained 88.6% over the past year.
According to TipRanks’ Smart Score rating system, Tesla scores a 6 out of 10, suggesting that the stock is likely to perform in line with market averages.


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Riccardo Muti has appointed Jessie Montgomery as the Mead Composer-in-Residence. Montgomery will succeed the CSO’s current composer-in-residence, Missy Mazzoli, in July of this year.
To all those celebrating, Happy Easter from us at WFMT! We have a terrific slate of Easter-related programming to share with you.
Ernest Hemingway was, by his own account, "absolutely without talent" when it came to music, but his influential writing and extraordinary life have inspired many film and TV composers.

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The Department of Homeland Security Inspector General testified today that the DHS is unprepared for a pandemic to hit the U.S.
DHS Inspector General John Roth said in a House Oversight and Committee hearing on the federal response to Ebola Friday that the "DHS mismanaged their program" regarding the drugs and protective supplies the country would need in case of an outbreak.
"We found the DHS did not adequately conduct a needs assessment before purchasing protective equipment and antiviral drugs," Roth said.
Roth gave "no assurance" that these supplies would still be effective.
"The department believes the entire stockpile of personal protective equipment will not be usable after 2015," Roth said. "Likewise, the antiviral drugs that DHS purchased are nearing the end of their effective life." And, more than two thousand doses of antiviral drugs have been lost by DHS.
A federal audit showed that the DHS purchased 4,982 bottles of hand sanitizer, but records show that 84 percent of the supply is at least four years past its expiration date.
The audit also showed the department stockpiled 200,000 respirators beyond their five-year expiration date and spent $6.7 million on antiviral drugs, only to lose 2,055 doses.
Congress approved $47 million in 2006 in order for the country to be prepared for a pandemic, but the DHS never had a concrete plan to use that money according to the report.


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Jeanne Willis once again proves she is picture book perfection with another wickedly funny story of good intentions gone wrong. Lucinda Belinda Melinda McCool is by far the prettiest girl at school, and she’s keen to help everyone else with their beauty regimes to overcome their ‘faults’. Tactless Lucinda picks the wrong model when she tries to give a monster a make-over, and learns the hard way that a beautiful face does not always mean a good heart.
Tony Ross’s classic illustrations are a perfect partner for Willis’s sticky story and Andersen have given it a smart production with cool endpapers, a striking cover and fabulous fonts. As usual, picture books by Ross and Willis transcend general picture book age ranges, offering insights and lessons that are applicable to much older readers. They’re both masters of their craft and together they are an absolute dream team.


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President Obama's new war
AFTER withdrawing US troops from Iraq in 2012 and planning to withdraw from Afghanistan by the end of the year, President Barack Obama declared a new war, not against any enemy country, but against carbon emission within his own country. He claimed that fighting climate change was every bit as important to America's national security as stopping terrorism or stopping countries from obtaining nuclear weapons.
He proposed cuts in greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from power plants by an average 30% from 2005 level by the year 2030. In 2012, the United States produced 5.2 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide against China's 9.9 billion tonnes. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), power plants account for roughly one-third of all domestic GHG in the US.
Obama's declaration is supported by Dr. Stephen A. Smith, executive director of the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy. He said: "We are strongly supportive of these ambitious yet attainable standards." Unlike in other US sponsored wars, Obama is likely to get universal support for his current war even though he has foes within his own country. In Georgia, one Public Service Commissioner said: "The Obama administration continues its war on coal with the issuance of carbon dioxide rules for existing coal plants."
Obama's decision is in sharp contrast with the policy of his predecessor. Even though some states, like Connecticut, California and Arizona, took steps to limit carbon emissions, President Bush was least concerned about global warming. In March 2001, he decided not to implement the Kyoto Protocol signed in 1997 requiring nations to reduce GHG emissions on apprehension of economic setbacks in the States, then the largest producer of carbon dioxide in the world.
Climate change is already being felt in every region of the US, resulting in hotter summers, shorter winters, extreme precipitation, and even worsening allergies, according to a government report released recently. The report further forecasts grim scenarios for different regions. The Northeast and Midwest, for instance, would see many more heavy downpours that could lead to flooding and erosion. The Southwest, including California, would be more prone to extreme heat, drought and wildfire, while the Northwest could see a widespread tree die-off because of wildfire, insect outbreaks and disease.
Though the declaration came a little late, it will have a far reaching impact in combating climate change as the US will now be better placed to enforce global carbon reductions. No matter what the antagonists may say at home, Obama's war is not against coal. It is a crusade for the survival of the human race.
The writer is a former chief engineer of Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission.


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This informative post was written by Goji Man (a.k.a. Simon Hammett), who is from the UK and is currently studying a Masters in Food, Nutrition & Health. He runs a blog called gojimannutrition.com which focuses on plant based nutrition and health which I encourage you to check out! You can also follow him on Facebook and Twitter.
Autoimmune diseases are caused when your immune system attacks healthy cells in your body. There are well over 80 different types of diagnosable autoimmune diseases and many have very similar characteristics and symptoms which makes it very difficult for doctors to diagnose.
The most common autoimmune diseases are: rheumatoid arthritis (joint inflammation), lupus (can effect skin, joints, kidneys and other organs), celiac disease (caused by a reaction to gluten resulting in intestine damage), pernicious anaemia (reduced red blood cells due to inability to absorb vitamin B12), vitiligo (loss of pigment in skin), psoriasis (skin condition), Hashimoto’s disease (thyroid inflammation) and type 1 diabetes (caused when pancreas is destroyed).
The standard medical approach to dealing with autoimmune diseases are medications (with a multitude of serious side effects):
- it is common for Rheumatologists to prescribe strong immunosuppressive medications when a person is diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. These medications reduce immune function and actually destroy the immune system itself. This then creates further complications in that the body is compromised and is susceptible to serious infections.
- Many people don’t realise that many of the medications prescribed for autoimmune diseases actually contain chemotherapeutic agents that are toxic to cells. These treatment methods are similar to those offered when treating patients with cancer. And these cytotoxic agents carry some heavy risks. In 2009, for example, the FDA in the United States issued a warning for Remicade. Remicade is a routinely prescribed medication for a number of different autoimmune diseases. The FDA warning stated that the drug increased the risk of developing cancer (especially lymphoma) as well as causing a dramatic reduction in white cell counts which then left patients susceptible to fatal infections (1).
- But it’s not only Remicade that increases cancer risk among autoimmune patients. A ten year leading study showed a 400% increased cancer risk for those who regularly took immunosuppressive medications (2).
- Other immunosuppressive medications, like those used to manage rheumatoid arthritis, have also been shown to induce liver disease and other serious conditions (3).
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Luckily for sufferers of autoimmune diseases there is a plan B that doesn’t involve medication and is far safer. Lots of leading studies (4,5,6,7,8) have demonstrated that vegan and vegetarian diets are very effective and safe for treating autoimmune diseases. This is because these diets are superior at removing unwanted toxins from the body. They also provide high levels of phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals that help fix malfunctioning immune systems.
Intermittent fasting has also been shown to offer additional relief for sufferers. There have been case studies, (like (9) from Dr Joel Fuhrman) that have shown intermittent fasting is very effective at putting autoimmune diseases into remission.
It appears that autoimmune type diseases are very similar to other western diet type diseases (heart disease, strokes, cancer etc) in that the main causes are generally a lack of adequate nutrition. By fixing these deficiencies, diseases reversal is possible in most cases.
The latest science is clear – if people adopt high plant based diets, many who suffer from autoimmune diseases are able to make significant improvements or reverse their illnesses.
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Petrol prices in Delhi have come down to Rs 95.41 per litre from Rs 103.97 earlier after the state government slashed the VAT to 19.4% from 30%.
Petrol pump owners had requested the AAP government to slash VAT as prices of the fuel had come down in other areas of the NCR after their respective governments cut VAT.
Petrol pumps in Delhi were losing business to other states like UP and Haryana due to the difference in prices of petrol in Delhi and other areas like Noida, Gurugram.
Centre had on November 3 reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 5 and Rs 10 respectively providing relief to consumers.
The petrol and diesel prices in Delhi have now become cheaper than other cities in the National Capital Region (NCR), Kejriwal said.
According to a Delhi government statement, the city's diesel prices are already the "cheapest" in NCR at Rs 86.67 per litre while the rates of diesel in Noida and Gurgaon are Rs 87.01 and Rs 87.11 per litre, respectively.
"We made petrol quite cheaper in Delhi today. The VAT was reduced from 30 per cent to 19.4 per cent. Petrol and diesel have become cheaper in Delhi as compared to other NCR cities. I hope this step will give relief to the people of Delhi from price rise," Kejriwal said in a tweet.
The petrol price in Delhi was higher as compared to the NCR cities in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, where the state governments had announced a VAT cut following the Centre's decision to reduce the excise duty on fuel prices. Also Read:
In early November, the Centre had reduced petrol and diesel rates by Rs 5 and Rs 10 per litre respectively. Post the move, the Opposition parties in Delhi have been urging the AAP-led state government to cut VAT on petrol by at least Rs 10 per litre.
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MIDDLETOWN, CT (WFSB) – A big upset in Middletown after a 27-year-old newcomer to the city won Tuesday’s primary.
Ben Florsheim beat out three other Democrats, which was a surprise to some, but not all.
When incumbent Mayor Dan Drew decided not to seek re-election, that left the field wide open and what Florsheim has done is a pretty big deal.
“I still feel like I am catching my breath a little bit from last night,” Florsheim said.
Florsheim pulled off the victory in the Democratic primary during a four-way race against those with a lot more political experience. He says people were a bit surprised when he knocked on doors.
“They would say, ‘how old are you,’ and I would say, ‘I am 27 and that’s young,’” Florsheim said.
Florsheim grew up in Utah, but Wesleyan University brought him to Middletown. He’s been working for Senator Chris Murphy and learning about politics.
“It says a person at any age can do great things, that people shouldn’t just someone based on their age,” said Amanda Kenyon, a Middletown voter.
Florsheim wants to focus on improving education. Some say his win is a knock on the establishment, while others say the Democratic party is divided.
Either way, Florsheim has to convince voters he’s a better choice than his Republican challenger.
“I don’t think I have to convince people to vote for me. Either you like what you see, or you don’t,” said Seb Guiliano, Republican candidate for mayor.
Seb Guiliano is a familiar face. He was mayor for six years with his focus on the city’s budget.
Democrats are the majority in the city, which also has a strong Italian heritage.
“If I am not endearing to the Italian community, I am in serious trouble,” Guiliano said.
Florsheim and Guiliano have two months to work the crowd and to get people to vote for them.
The election is November 5th.


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The half-day tour cycling around Ao Nang region and learn about the area and the locals with your guide.
The cycling tour is perfect for all levels of fitness, and those who have a keen interest in cycling. The perfect way to see Thai culture, some sightseeing and exercise to start your day.
Itinerary – Half Day Cycling Tour
08:30 Pick up from your hotel. Starting with a quick safety briefing on mountain biking, and cycle Nopparatthara beach, also known as “Had Klong Heang”. At Had Klong Heang you will see local boats, perfect for some photographs.
Cycling along you will experience Thai Culture, the local lifestyle, and see how local people do their daily work. Continue on passing Ao-nang village toward Ao-Nam Mao to visit the fish farm called “Nemo farm”.
There are many different kinds of marine life to be seen. The farm belongs to the government, where they carry out research on the marine life/ creatures. Finishing off the tour you will experience how Batik painting is made in the village Ban Na Teen
Batik – An ancient method of dyeing textiles by firstly applying wax. This method originates from Java.

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Hear the casting back-story and join Minnesota-based co-stars at the “Captain Phillips” Red Carpet Event
Image courtesy of Lynn Younglove; NYC Premier, September 2013
Casting the roles of Somali pirates for the feature film Captain Phillips required diligence - and a whole lot of heart.
Join Minnesota Women in Film & Television as we host this red carpet screening and discussion featuring the film’s Search Casting Director Debbie DeLisi and her associates Lynn Younglove and Kati Batchelder, with appearances by cast members Faysal Ahmed, Barkhad Abdiriham and Mahmet M. Ali at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15th at the Grandview Theater.
Four unknowns from Minnesota’s Somali community were cast to play opposite Tom Hanks in Captain Phillips, based on the 2009 real-life piracy event off the coast of Somalia. The true story of Captain Richard Phillips and the 2009 hijacking by Somali pirates of the US-flagged MV Maersk Alabama, the first American cargo ship to be hijacked in two hundred years.
See the film and hear the casting story behind what Entertainment Weekly calls “the unlikeliest co-stars”. More about the film at http://www.captainphillipsmovie.com/. For more information about the event, head to the MN WIFT website.
WHAT: Captain Phillips screening and panel discussion
WHERE: Grandview Theatre
1830 Grand Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
Grandview Theatre website
WHEN: Tuesday, October 15, 2013
6:30 (arrivals and seating)
COST: $20.00 advance; $25.00 at the door
Questions? E-mail events [at] mnwift [dot] org.
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The Minnesota chapter of WIFT was formally established in 2005. It joins over 40 other Women in Film and Television chapters with 10,000 global members. Locally, we are a growing, all-volunteer organization, made up of women who work in film, television and new media in Minnesota. We exist to educate and support women in these industries. In the process, we share ideas, connect with each other, and create momentum that benefits careers.


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We Could See $1,400 Gold by March 2017
We Could See $1,400 Gold by March 2017 by Byron King
By March 2017, I believe we could see gold move back up over $1,400 per ounce.
The fact is that, President Donald Trump or no, come next January, the U.S. will still be firmly ensconced in an era of reckless monetary policy. It’s no stretch to say that the current money system cannot sustain itself. Many years of low interest rates — and, more recently, negative real rates — have wrecked the financial future of a large portion of U.S. households.
The breakdown in U.S. monetary policy is just a question of time. And we think the starting gun will go off this December, with a loud shot fired by the Federal Reserve.
Last December, at the end of 2015, the Fed implemented a tiny, quarter-point interest rate increase. The dollar strengthened and investors fled the market, causing huge share price drops in January and February.
Looking ahead, the Fed is likely to raise another quarter-point this December, repeating the mistake of December 2015: raising rates in a weak environment.
The economy isn’t strong enough to support the rate increase, tiny as it may be. But the Fed isn’t increasing rates to cool off the economy. This is a tactical move to give the Fed more room to cut rates during the next recession.
Fed policymakers have outright admitted that rates will probably plateau after December, meaning they’ll remain far below historical norms. This also means that the Fed won’t be able to cut rates far enough to truncate the next financial collapse.
If the Fed and stocks repeat their December 2015 playbook, expect gold to repeat its 2016 trajectory as well: Let’s look at a chart of the last two years of gold prices:
As the chart shows, gold prices drifted down in the second half of 2015, reaching a low point at the end of December, just after the last Fed rate increase. It’s like what has happened in the last few months of 2016, too.


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Quad City Arts, in partnership with Macerich NorthPark & Macerich SouthPark Malls, proudly announces the talented winners of the first 'Mini Murals at the Mall' competitions, held at NorthPark and SouthPark Malls on January 27-28 and February 17-18, respectively. These events not only showcased local artistic talent but also fostered community engagement and creativity.
NorthPark Mall Winners:
1st Place: Mya Diabira—‘Untitled’
2nd Place: Kyleigh Green—‘Community Colors’
3rd Place: Amanda Stout—‘Synchronized Currents’
SouthPark Mall Winners:
1st Place: Jae Corales—‘The Indomitable Spirit: Urduja of Pangasinan’
2nd Place: Laila Colleen Haley—‘Princess & the Pirate (& the Giant Sea Monster)’
3rd Place: Laura Warner—‘Two States of Sunshine’
During these vibrant events, artists commenced their creations at 10 am on Saturday and worked until 5 pm on Sunday, transforming 3’ x 4’ canvases into captivating murals. Participants were provided with acrylic paint and brushes. Winners were determined through online People’s Choice voting via the Quad City Arts Facebook page, providing accessibility and the power of community involvement. The outpouring of support and engagement was astronomical!
Reflecting on the experience, Mya Diabira, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to public art: "An art pieces' story that often remains hidden to the viewer is the process of building it. This community interactive event unveiled creation in the making. Everyone walks around with their own inner world. I'm thankful North Park mall allowed the diverse inner imagination that lives among others to be shared."
Jae Corales, the winner of the SouthPark competition and a student at Western Illinois University, embraced the communal aspect of the event: "This was my first time painting a mural in a public place. It was challenging and I was so nervous the whole time. People sometimes stop by to ask questions about my piece and someone asked for advice to give their granddaughter who was 8, wondering how they can improve. I believe the only way to improve is to love what you’re doing. One can practice everyday for 10,000 hours but if they don’t enjoy their craft, they won’t reach their potential." Corales further highlighted the significance of infusing his Filipino heritage into his art, exemplifying Quad City Arts' commitment to celebrating diverse cultural narratives through artistic expression.
The participating artists at NorthPark Mall included Catlynn Byrd, Dana Cabrera, Jesse Coughlin, Mya Diabira, Kyleigh Green, Reagan Harrington, Jessica Jenkins-McPeek, Snehal Nerpagar, Edward Nunn, Carlin Peterson, Sophia Putnam, Amanda Stout, and Megan Wassom. At SouthPark Mall, the competitors included Jae Florence Corales, Nelly Cortez, Laila Colleen Haley, Payton Hayward, Lauren Lamourt, Emma Reidhead, Caleb Roe, Dannielle Torres, Laura Warner, Joshua Whitaker, and Isaiah ‘Zay’ Williams.
Quad City Arts envisions a future where the creation and celebration of art are woven into the fabric of our community. Events like the 'Mini Murals at the Mall' competition not only showcase the incredible talent of local artists but also foster a sense of belonging and cultural enrichment for residents and visitors alike. By providing platforms for artistic expression and engagement, we hope to inspire the emergence of more events that celebrate creativity and promote the vital role of the arts in enhancing our collective well-being. Thanks to Macerich, NorthPark and SouthPark Malls, who helped support our vibrant and inclusive arts community which enriches the lives of all who call the Quad Cities home.
View the social media posts below to see all the entries for SouthPark Mall and NorthPark Mall!
For more information about Quad City Arts and upcoming events, visit www.quadcityarts.com.


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CIAC PRESSES ALBERTA FOR TRANSPARENT NATURAL GAS LIQUIDS REPORTING
November 29, 2013
The Chemistry Industry Association of Canada (CIAC) made a written submission to Alberta’s Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship today, to make the case for more resource upgrading and value-added manufacturing in the province.
Given the push to find new markets for western Canadian natural gas – as eastern and southern customers seek out shale gas sources closer to home – CIAC noted that some shipments bound for offshore markets may bypass existing straddle plants. These plants are designed to extract and separate natural gas liquids (NGLs) – key raw materials needed by Alberta’s petrochemical industry.
In its submission, CIAC argues that reporting of NGLs at key collection points in northeastern B.C. and northwestern Alberta could allow western provinces to realize more value from Canada’s natural gas. Chemical production adds anywhere from five to 20 times the value to raw materials such as NGLs, and greater access to this feedstock would allow Alberta to expand its $13-billion chemistry industry.
To read CIAC’s complete submission to the Alberta Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship, click here.
The Chemistry Industry Association of Canada is the voice of Canada’s $47-billion chemistry sector. CIAC represents the interests of Canada’s leading chemistry companies – from petrochemical, inorganic and specialty chemical producers, to bio-based manufacturers and chemistry-related technology and R&D companies. Canada’s chemistry industry employs 87,000 Canadians directly, and supports another 435,000 jobs in the Canadian economy.
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