OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A plan to give Oklahoma schoolteachers a pay raise has fallen short in the Oklahoma Senate after a package of tax increases to pay for it couldn’t get enough votes.
Amid a looming teacher strike, the Senate late Wednesday voted on a series of bills, including one to give teachers a nearly 13 percent, across-the-board pay hike.
But Democrats who say the revenue plan is inadequate and a handful of fiercely anti-tax Republicans joined to prevent the bill from getting the three-fourth’s vote needed to pass a tax increase. It included tax hikes on cigarettes, motor fuel, and oil and natural gas production.
Oklahoma public school teachers have threatened a statewide strike beginning April 2 over demands for better pay and more funding for schools.
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The St. Paul District, along with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Upper Minnesota River Watershed District, oversaw the rerouting of the Pomme de Terre River, near Ortonville, Minnesota, on Oct. 1.
After a contracting crew excavated into the Marsh Lake Dam embankment, constructed in the 1930s, the Pomme de Terre River was free to flow into its natural channel for the first time in nearly 80 years.
“This river had a lot of sediment going into Marsh Lake, making it shallow and preventing vegetative growth and blocking a migration pathway for walleye and northern pike between Lac qui Parle and the Pomme de Terre river,” said Shahin Khazrajafari, a district project manager. “Now that it’s rerouted, and further with us eventually being able to control Marsh Lake’s water level, suitable habitat will once again be restored for native fish and migratory wild life at Marsh Lake.”
The river restoration is one of three project features as part of the Marsh Lake Ecosystem Restoration Project, which aims to improve habitat in the area. The other two features include a water drawdown structure (currently under construction) and fish passage (coming soon).
Immediately following removal of the embankment, staff from Corps of Engineers and Minnesota DNR began relocating mussels impacted by the river restoration.
The Marsh Lake Ecosystem Restoration Project is the result of years of study and observation by the Corps of Engineers, in partnership with the Minnesota DNR and eventual project sponsor in the UMWD, and is on-schedule to be complete in winter 2019. The Marsh Lake Dam is on the Minnesota River, and was completed as part of the Lac qui Parle Flood Risk Management Project.
For more information, visit the project page: www.mvp.usace.army.mil/Home/Projects/Article/571148/marsh-lake-ecosystem-restoration-project/


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Publisher: Birkhauser, ISBN: 9783035603729, Authors: Andreas Achilles, Katrin Hanses, Nils Kummer, Diane Navratil and Ludwig Steiger, Format: Paperback, 400 pp, 218 x 156 mm
At the beginning of their studies students of architecture are confronted with a wealth of different ways in which to visually present their designs. Expressing ideas in the form of drawings and models is usually required in the early stages of studying "learning by doing" is the only way for students to quickly develop a repertoire for their design work.
However, there are important issues to consider between the phases of devising the spatial concept and recreating it in a two or three-dimensional drawing or physical model How to construct a perspective freehand drawing? What plan drawings are necessary to present my design. What scale should my model be and what materials should I use to construct it.
Basics Architectural Presentation combines the highly successful single volumes Technical Drawing, Freehand Drawing, CAD, Model building (new edition) and Architectural Photography from the series BASICS in a new volume. Step-by-step, it conveys possible ways to present architectural projects throughout the various project phases. In an informative and practical approach, the publication discusses the basics of architectural representation from freehand drawing, which is especially important in the design phase, to the plan drawing, model, and architecture photography. The student architect learns the tools necessary for presenting his or her work, supported by many concrete examples and practical tips that are directly applicable.

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South Africa’s second national operator (SNO) will receive its operating licence in November, according to the head of the Independent Communications Authority South Africa (ICASA). ‘The licence will be issued by the end of November at the outside. We are hoping to get it done before then,’ ICASA chief Peter Hlapolosa told Reuters. SNO shareholders have already stated that the company is ready for launch as soon as it receives the concession and Eskom Enterprise Division, one of six investors, says it is confident that the telco will have customers making calls over its network by Christmas.
South Africa’s fixed line market it currently dominated by Telkom SA and the government is keen to introduce a competitor, but its attempts to launch an SNO have dragged on for years. It eventually approved the operator’s shareholders in January, but it was not until March that the six parties finally sat down to formulate a business plan after black empowerment group Nexus Connexion, which owns a 19% stake in the venture, withdrew its application for a judicial review into the licensing process. Nexus had applied for the injunction over concerns that the Telecoms Minister Ivy Matsepe-Casaburri had exceeded her authority in awarding shares in the SNO to Two Consortium and CommuniTel. Both groups had come up short in their applications for a controlling stake in the new operator but were nonetheless awarded 12.5% each in the SNO. India’s Tata Group is a strategic equity partner in the business.

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In multilevel modeling, the intraclass correlation coefficient based on the one-way random-effects model is routinely employed to measure the reliability or degree of resemblance among group members. To facilitate the advocated practice of reporting confidence intervals in future reliability studies, this article presents exact sample size procedures for precise interval estimation of the intraclass correlation coefficient under various allocation and cost structures. Although the suggested approaches do not admit explicit sample size formulas and require special algorithms for carrying out iterative computations, they are more accurate than the closed-form formulas constructed from large-sample approximations with respect to the expected width and assurance probability criteria. This investigation notes the deficiency of existing methods and expands the sample size methodology for the design of reliability studies that have not previously been discussed in the literature.
- Intraclass correlation coefficient
- Optimal design
- Sample size

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AWL DC ROWING
In Partnership with DC Strokes & Anacostia Community Boathouse
There is a place for all athletes to join a dynamic team and learn the exciting sport of rowing. Our inclusive program is led by Head Coach Patrick Johnson, who is also Athletes Without Limits National Rowing Director. Athletes first learn sweep and sculling rowing on the indoor rowing machines and move to the boats when ready with opportunities to compete in US Rowing and Inas events.
Interested athletes should review the the Athletes Without Limits eligibility page about the Inas sports classes for Intellectual Disability, Down Syndrome and Autism+.
Contact us to learn more and get involved!
2018 DC Rowing Team Calendar
Athletes Without Limits will compete in various Sprint Races throughout the Mid-Atlantic from April-August.
The Bayada Regatta is the nation’s oldest and largest all-adaptive rowing competition for athletes with disabilities. The 37th Annual event, which AWL participates in annually, takes place at the St. Joseph’s University Boathouse on the banks of the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, PA.
Athletes Without Limits will participate in a variety of Fall Head Races again in 2018.

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WASHINGTON — Vice President Joe Biden says he’s confident the Supreme Court will uphold the constitutionality of the health care law.
Biden says in an interview taped for CBS’s “Face the Nation” that “we think the mandate and the law are constitutional and we think the court will rule that way.”
Asked about the chances it would be overturned, he replies, “I don’t believe it will happen.” Biden says “I think we should focus on what is the law doing for people now and what would happen if Republicans should repeal it.”
Biden has started taking on a greater role in arguing President Barack Obama’s case for re-election, making an appearance on his behalf in the Midwest earlier this week. Excerpts of his Sunday interview were aired Friday on “CBS This Morning.”
Biden Confident Supreme Court Will Uphold Obamacare was originally published on newsone.com


Hariri Center Director Michele Dunne and Senior Fellow Amy Hawthorne reflect on US policy toward the Middle East and North Africa in the two years since President Barack Obama promised to make it a top priority to support democracy and human rights in the region.
J. Peter Pham, director the Atlantic Council’s Michael S. Ansari Africa Center, was one of four experts invited to address a high-level international conference on the crisis in the Sahel region convened today in The Hague.
Rudolph Atallah, senior fellow in the Atlantic Council’s Michael S. Ansari Africa Center, testified at a House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs hearing on “The Growing Crisis in Africa’s Sahel Region.”
On the heels of Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s visit to the United States, Energy & Environment Program Associate Director Mihaela Carstei joins CTV to discuss the Keystone Pipeline project that would transport tar sands oil from Canada and the northern United States to refineries in the Gulf coast of Texas.
The commander of International Security Assistance Force, Regional Command Southwest (RC-SW), Major General John A. Toolan Jr., joined the Atlantic Council on April 23 for a conversation moderated by Barry Pavel, director of the Council's Program on International Security.
Last April the Atlantic Council hosted MajGen Richard Mills, then the returning RC-SW commander. One year later his successor MajGen Toolan visited the Council to provide an update on the current operations in that complex area of operation in Afghanistan, as NATO leaders gather next month in Chicago to assess progress and plan next steps in Afghanistan.
Since taking command in March 2011, MajGen Toolan has led Marines and coalition forces as they support the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) efforts in Afghanistan to provide an environment in which Afghans can foster a stable and prosperous country. Over the last several months, the Marines under his command have transitioned the cities of Marjah and Nawa in Helmand Province to Afghan control, an indication of the progress that has been made. MajGen Toolan has worked closely with Helmand Gov. Gulab Mangal and other Afghan officials to promote greater security and development throughout the province.
Prior to his assignment as the commanding general, II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) and RC-SW, Major General Toolan served as the division commander of 2nd Marine Division, as deputy commander US Forces Japan, and principal director for Asia/Pacific Affairs in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy. As a colonel, he commanded Regimental Combat Team-1 during Operation Iraqi Freedom I and II.
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On May 23, the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Peace and Security Initiative at the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security is hosting a panel discussion on new developments in security cooperation among the United States, its European allies, and the Gulf states, and how they are likely to evolve in the coming years.
On May 30, the Atlantic Council’s South Asia Center will release a new issue brief, The Kaleidoscope Turns Again in a Crisis-Challenged Iran, a discussion of Iran’s upcoming presidential elections.
From June 13-14, the 2013 Wrocław Global Forum will bring together over 350 top policy-makers and business leaders to explore the region’s impact as an actor in Europe, as well as its crucial role in the transatlantic partnership and on the global stage.


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Dementia and Strokes do not mix
For stroke patients who have dementia the outcome may be worse. Dementia patients who have a stroke are more likely to suffer disability and less likely to return home.
Small Silent Strokes Increase Risks
Small undetected strokes are not uncommon in older patients. These incidences may be contributing to an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease in such patients.
Stroke and Dementia Linked to Calcium
When calcium builds up in blood vessels it increases the risk of heart disease, including the risk of heart attack. It may also be linked to brain changes that increase the risk of stroke and dementia.
Impaired Brain Function Paired With Stroke Risks
Stroke death rates are higher in eight Southern US states which were named the "Stroke Belt" back in the mid-1960s. Researchers have added a new risk factor to this region - cognitive (mental processing) decline.
Simple Lifestyle Habits Help Strengthen and Maintain Your Brain
Use it or lose it. How many times have we heard that? Now we're learning that exercising and nourishing the brain are essential for keeping your mind fit and flexible. What's more, we now know that maintaining an agile mind doesn't have to be difficult or painful. In fact, it can be loads of fun.
The (Neuro)-Logical Next Step
A study from Loyola University suggests that neurological disorders like epilepsy and dementia are on the rise, but new therapies could soon be formed with the help of diagnostic tests and stem cell research.

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The absolute linear encoder models RLA 4200 from Leine Linde are principally plug-and-play units! With their robust design, solid encapsulation and disturbance-resistant inductive scanning, they work without problems in demanding steel and metal industry applications.
The absolute scanning enables these linear encoders to start without needing time to define their position after a break – neither when first taken into use, nor after planned or unplanned stops. They are fast and extremely reliable in operation.
Quick and easy mounting
The Linear RLA 4200 encoders are cost-effective and easy to mount. They do not need to be installed with a separate air compression system or in a cylinder. Their design, with a separate air channel for the bellows, eliminates the need for air compression or filtering. Whereas the encoders are easy to reach for maintenance and control, they are also well protected by their robust encapsulation in anodized aluminium.
Encoders for absolute position values
The encoders are tested for years, in harsh metal industry environments, where they are withstanding impact shocks, physical vibrations and signal interference, without compromising their measurement performance or losing data. They provide absolute position values via EnDat, SSI and other fieldbus interfaces when using together with a gateway solution. This is how these absolute position sensors help optimizing the production time, while securing the quality of the processed end product in the machine. High-end encoders minimize the material consumption for the whole production line.
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The ninth-inning meltdown Friday night in which the Yankees almost blew a seven-run lead started with Esmil Rogers, who allowed all five hitters he faced to reach base. It was the latest in a string of rough outings this season for Rogers, which Joe Girardi attributed to inconsistent use.
The ninth-inning meltdown Friday night in which the Yankees almost blew a seven-run lead started with Esmil Rogers, who allowed all five hitters he faced to reach base (although one got there because of a miscommunication on a pop-up).
It was the latest in a string of rough outings this season for Rogers, which Joe Girardi attributed to inconsistent use.
"I know his work has not been consistent, and sometimes it's difficult as a pitcher when you're, in a sense, the long man. That happens," Girardi said. "Thing is, we've got to get him going."
The Yankees gave Rogers somewhat of a vote of confidence this past week, choosing to keep him when Masahiro Tanaka was activated from the disabled list. Instead, another struggling righthander, David Carpenter, was designated for assignment.
But on Friday night, Rogers did nothing to reward the Yankees for their decision to keep him. He entered an 8-1 game and had to be relieved by Dellin Betances as the Yankees held on for an 8-7 victory.
"I believe his stuff is there," Girardi said. "We've seen it where he gets swings and misses, and he gets quick outs and has a good fastball and a good curveball. But his stuff has been inconsistent.''
Rogers has a 6.39 ERA in 17 games and 31 innings this season. But in his last 10 appearances, he has given up 20 runs (18 earned), 25 hits and 10 walks in 14 2/3 innings.
"Part of that could be not working on a normal basis as a long man," Girardi said, "but you've got to figure out a way to do that and be ready to pitch when called upon."
Another A-Rod Milestone
Alex Rodriguez is closing in on another milestone, and this one's big.
He entered Saturday's game against the Angels only nine hits away from becoming the 29th player to accumulate 3,000.
"When I get there, it'll be amazing to be in the company of so many greats," Rodriguez said in an email relayed by spokesman Ron Berkowitz.
Already this season, Rodriguez has passed Willie Mays to move into fourth place on the all-time home run list with 665 and passed Barry Bonds Friday to move into second place on the all-time RBI list with 1,997.
Rodriguez, who will turn 40 on July 27, would join Hank Aaron and Mays as the only players with at least 3,000 hits and at least 600 home runs. And he'd be only the second player to reach 3,000 while playing for the Yankees. Derek Jeter (3,465) became the first in 2011.
For Rodriguez, in his 21st season, the equation for attaining 3,000 hits was to average just under 150 hits per season. And then there are those home runs and RBIs.
"His numbers are crazy; they're over the top. He's had an incredible career," said Craig Biggio, who joined the 3,000-hit club on June 28, 2007, by banging out five hits for the Astros against the Rockies.
Brian McCann, who hit a two-run homer during a six-run first inning Friday, was in the lineup for the second straight game after getting new orthotics to treat his lingering foot issue. Girardi expects to give him a rest today. ... Carlos Beltran returned to the lineup after missing two games because of a sore foot.


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Ray of Light Wales Cancer Support - Me Time - Arts and Crafts
We are a registered charity that provides emotional and practical support for anyone supporting someone with cancer. All our services are free of charge. we hold our support group at Maggie's Cardiff.
Thanks to National Lottery support, we are continuing our Just ASK – Access, Support and Kindness project in response to Covid-19 so that we can still deliver support sessions remotely utilising digital platforms.
Art is a therapeutic technique rooted in the idea that creative expression can foster healing and mental well-being. This can be an ideal focus for those living with cancer who are struggling with day to day challenges. The groups are suitable for all abilities and no art skill or experience is necessary. Online via Zoom weekly – Monday 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Booking online necessary.

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Creating Delicious and Easy-to-Make Chinese Dim Sum: A Guide to Small Treats
The Origins of Dim Sum
Dim sum refers to a style of Chinese cuisine where small, bite-sized portions of food are served in bamboo steamer baskets or small plates. The origins of dim sum can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty, where it was served as a snack between meals. The tradition of eating dim sum eventually evolved into a popular social activity during the Ming Dynasty, where it was served as a meal in tea houses.
The Ingredients Used in Dim Sum
Dim sum is known for its variety of ingredients, which include meats, seafood, vegetables, and even desserts. Common ingredients used in dim sum dishes include shrimp, pork, chicken, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Most dim sum dishes are steamed, but they can also be fried or baked.
Some Popular Dim Sum Dishes
1. Har Gow: These are steamed shrimp dumplings that consist of a thin wrapper made of wheat starch and potato starch. The filling usually consists of shrimp and bamboo shoots, seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil. Har Gow is a must-try dish for any dim sum lover.
2. Siu Mai: These are open-faced steamed pork and shrimp dumplings with a thin wheat flour wrapper. The filling consists of ground pork, shrimp, and often water chestnuts, which give them a crunchy texture.
3. Char Siu Bao: These are steamed buns that are filled with barbecued pork that has been marinated in a sweet and savory sauce. The buns are soft and fluffy, and the filling is moist and flavorful.
Tips for Making Dim Sum at Home
Making dim sum at home can be a fun and rewarding experience. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
1. Start with the basics: If you’re new to making dim sum, start with simple dishes like Har Gow or Siu Mai before moving on to more complex dishes like Char Siu Bao.
2. Use high-quality ingredients: Because dim sum relies heavily on the quality of its ingredients, make sure to use fresh and high-quality meats, seafood, and vegetables.
3. Invest in a bamboo steamer: A bamboo steamer is a must-have for making dim sum at home. It allows the dishes to cook evenly and gives them a traditional and authentic flavor.
Whether you’re a dim sum enthusiast or new to the cuisine, creating these small treats at home is a fun and rewarding experience. By following some simple tips and using quality ingredients, you can enjoy the flavors of dim sum in the comfort of your own home.

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Jay Hodes is a leading expert in HIPAA compliance and President of Colington Consulting. His company provides HIPAA consulting services for healthcare providers and business associates. Mr. Hodes has over 35 years of combined experience in risk assessments, site security evaluation, regulatory compliance, policy and procedures assessments, and Federal law enforcement management. He served as the HIPAA Compliance Officer for the County of Fairfax, Virginia. In that role, Mr. Hodes managed the county-wide HIPAA security and privacy programs which included conducting security risk assessments, policy, and procedure development, conducting HIPAA breach, compliance, and privacy complaint investigations, and developing HIPAA Security Awareness and Privacy training. Mr. Hodes was an Assistant Inspector General for Investigations at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. He has provided expert witness opinions for litigation cases.
Mr. Hodes has been the keynote speaker and provided presentations regarding HIPAA compliance and patient privacy to many professional healthcare organizations including the Health Care Compliance Association, the Maryland Medical Group Management Association, the Baltimore City (MD) Medical Society, the New Jersey Aging Life Care Association, the California Primary Care Association, the National Association for Speech and Hearing Centers, and the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. He has published over 70 educational articles regarding HIPAA compliance, been featured in Part B News articles, the Report on Patient Privacy, provided a guest post in the Electronic Health Reporter, interviewed and provided comments to Hospital Access Management regarding HIPAA privacy issues resulting from the Orlando mass shooting incident, and interviewed four times by Renal & Urology News, provided comments to the Virtru.com blog regarding HIPAA requirements and safeguards, interviewed by PracticeSuite EMR as part of their Expert Interview Series, and interviewed and provided comments to the Health System Specialist.
Mr. Hodes is a member of the American Institute of Healthcare Compliance, Health Care Compliance Association, and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society. In his free time, Mr. Hodes is a volunteer for Lab Rescue of the Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac.


Beginning at 9am today, the two outside westbound lanes on E Hillsborough Avenue will be closed between N 30th Street and N 22nd Street while the Tampa Water Department returns to complete a more permanent restoration following earlier work to repair a water main break. Barricades and signs will be located in the area to assist with traffic flow. Please use caution when driving in the area. Modifications may be necessary during the course of the work.
The completion of the work with a return to normal traffic patterns is expected by 5pm, Friday, January 6. The staff and crews of the Tampa Water Department appreciate everyone's patience during this time.
For additional information, contact:
Elias Franco, Water Operations Director
Office: (813) 274-8335
Cell: (813) 352-3607


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This rebellious, bolshy quartet are reminiscent of early Strokes, The Clash and The Libertines- and music’s next big thing.
The Velvet Hands will soon be your next favourite band. They look like a gang of anarchists who have staged a riot, raided an old rocker’s wardrobe, and are now throwing a party on stage for all to watch. They sound like a group who broke free from the confides of pop anthems after discovering a Libertines CD and starting to worship Julian Casablancas.
It’s a rare listen to hear a group with such attitude and charisma, bursting with swagger, skill and creativity, who just detonate the music scene. They are also the kind of live band that look as though they’re enjoying it just as much as the audience, which is how it should be.
They are originally from St Austell, and while they’re now based in London they always make sure to play Cornwall when they tour. In February of this year they released their sophomore album Sucker Punch, mastered by John Cornfield, who’s helped put the oomph into albums by Supergrass and The Stone Roses. These Britpop influences can be heard throughout the album particularly on songs such as Meet Me in the City, while The Buzzcocks and The Clash can be heard on tracks like 40 Up 40 Down and Holiday in my Head. They have supported musical legends like Liam Gallagher in 2019, and have played both Pilton Party and Boardmasters in recent years winning them admirers from up and down the country.
The Velvet Hands are without a doubt the group the music industry needs to shake it up, with their anarchic anthems and killer riffs, and luckily enough for you they’re about to embark on a national tour this November. I advise you to grab a ticket to their gig at The Cornish Bank on 23rd November while you still can. You can purchase your tickets on either Music Glue or The Cornish Bank’s website


While summer doesn’t officially start until next month, it is certainly starting to feel like summer in Las Vegas. This week, temperatures are expected to hit 100 degrees, or come pretty close.
Here are some tips to help you keeps your energy costs down while the temperatures soar:
Keep your air conditioner at 78 degrees while you are home and while you are away, turn it up to 85 degrees. For every degree over 78, you can expect to save anywhere from one-three percent on your bill. By turning the temperature down even five degrees, you can use up to 40 percent more energy.
Clean your air vents monthly and change your air filters regularly. The dust they collect can hinder the flow of air.
Call NV Energy and see about their filed-bill plan. Under the plan, you are charged the same amount year round, regardless of your electircity use. Customers are given the average total of their annual energy costs and that is broken down throughout the year. Keep in mind that bills can fluctuate, so there are no guarantees. Call NV Energy to find out more.
To read more energy-saving tips, visit NV Energy’s website: https://www.nvenergy.com/home/saveenergy/energytips.cfm


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Roshni Parekh became a recognized face in Indian television through her appearance in the Zee TV’s popular drama 'Mrs. Kaushik Ki Paanch Bahuein'. She was just 9-years old and had to keep a balance between her studies and acting. Thus, she made her debut in the small screen in the role of ‘Gudiya’ in Zee television series.
She often had wanted to thank her principal of her school, Mumbai for letting her appear in the serial. It is the principal of her school who gave some concession to her studies so that she could balance her acting and studies when the serial began its telecast for Zee TV. Later, she even took part in the audition of ‘India’s Best Dramebaaz- session 2’ to encourage the talented young people of Dehradun where the audition had taken place.
She confessed that she was lucky to get the chance in acting, but there were many more kids in the country who do not even get noticed. Hence, her intention was that kids do get an opportunity in acting so that they can showcase their talent and hence ‘India’s Best Dramebaaz- Session 2’ is a right platform for kids to get an opportunity. This child artiste also appeared in another serial as ‘Alaxmi - Hamari Super Bahu’, a family drama that airs on Life OK.
In this serial, she played the role of role of Alex's cousin. The serial did not get right response and was decided to go off air but later got three months extension too. This child artist is happy that she is getting noticed in every home for her involvement in teleserials. She likes acting very much and enjoys giving the sketch to her characters in front of the camera.

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The Department for Agriculture and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) says: ‘Organic food is the product of a farming system which avoids the use of man-made fertilisers, pesticides; growth regulators and livestock feed additives. Irradiation and the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or products produced from or by GMOs are generally prohibited by organic legislation.
Organic agriculture is a systems approach to production that is working towards environmentally, socially and economically sustainable production. Instead, the agricultural systems rely on crop rotation, animal and plant manures, some hand weeding and biological pest control’.
We see organic as going beyond this dry definition – it’s about working with nature rather than against it, ensuring the way we grow and operate is sustainable in every way.


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With competing priorities and limited resources, your medical practice or health care facility is constantly performing a balancing act between meeting regulations and running a business. If you aren’t focused on HIPAA compliance because you don’t think an audit or breach will happen to you, you could be “walking the tight rope” toward HIPAA issues.
With limited time, resources and regulatory expertise, how can provider organizations focus on both patient care and making sure they remain HIPAA compliant?
The Importance of a HIPAA Compliance Strategy
In this recent Same Day Surgery article
, compliance advocate Susan Stolz discusses the importance of having a HIPAA compliance strategy in place for smaller practices and facilities, and the risks of not doing so, including breaches, audits and financial penalties. Additionally, the article discusses a few key strategies that facilities can leverage to successfully remain compliant, including training staff, conducting risk assessments and documenting policies. Doing so can help you achieve the balance between HIPAA compliance and focusing on what you do best—providing great patient care. Learn more about how Stericycle can support your organization’s HIPAA compliance efforts. Request a free, no obligation quote for Stericycle’s Steri-Safe HIPAA Compliance Program today.


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I’ve had a request for this story. I’m sure I’ve posted it here before, but it may have been on the old blog and as it’s impossible to search the site, here it is again.
Sometime in early 1981 I got a phone call from a friend who worked as a porter at the Tate Gallery on the south bank in London. “Come ’round the back door when we close tomorrow if you want to meet George Harrison” was all he said. It turned out that Beatle George had booked the gallery after hours for a photo shoot. That’s all I knew.
So, armed with a bag of LP sleeves and related items I turned up at the Tate just as they were closing. I later found out that the boss in charge of the backroom boys, porters and the like had asked if anyone wanted to work back a couple of hours to accommodate George and his party. Most of the long-serving old blokes didn’t want the overtime, but my mate and some of the younger guys jumped at the chance and probably would have done it for nothing.
When I arrived George was already there with his manager and a few others, including everyone’s favourite mad percussionist Ray Cooper (who, it transpired, came up with the whole idea for the shoot). The idea was to photograph George up against a 3D relief artwork by Mark Boyle titled “Holland Park Avenue Study”. Dating from 1967 the piece was basically a 239cm square x 11.5cm thick representation of pavement and road made from (it says here) “Earth on Epikote and fibreglass”. The idea was for George to sit on the floor and lean against the artwork on the wall and, suitably cropped, it would seem like he was lying on the street itself. Caroline Irwin was the photographer.
While everything was being set up I spoke to George’s manager/PR man (I forget which) and asked about the chances of getting autographs. He assured me it would be OK and asked to see what I had brought. He gave the OK to everything except a copy of the 1976 Best Of George Harrison LP (the UK version with cover showing George sitting on the bumper of a hot rod car). “If you give him that to sign, he’ll probably tear it up in front of you!” said the manager. It turns out that George hated that album, feeling insulted that EMI had filled only one side with his solo material and padded out the other with his Beatles hits.
As we waited I overheard George relating how he’d been pulled over for speeding in his black Porsche on the way into London that afternoon. “So when the cop asked for my address, I said ‘which address do you want, my LA address, my New York address, or my Surrey address’?” he said in that oh-so familiar languid scouse drawl which could have come straight from a scene in “A Hard Day’s Night”.
Finally the photo shoot was over and I produced my bag of assorted goodies for signing (minus the Best Of LP). I’d taken the Faster single picture disc insert, a copy of Wonderwall and the booklet from the Concert For Bangla Desh. It was this last item which caused the most excitement. George grabbed it and after flicking through, became quite animated and insisted on showing it around. He called Ray Cooper over saying stuff like, “Look at Eric on this one” and generally behaving like he’d never seen it before.
The “Holland Park Avenue Study” picture was used for the original version of George’s Somewhere In England album, but the cover was changed when the CD appeared years later, however.
I still have the Faster picture disc, but parted with the rest of the signed items years ago. Yeah, I wish I still had it all, but a guy’s gotta eat.
Footnote. As George was leaving he called my mate over, thanked him for looking after his party and keeping the gallery open late. Then as they shook hands he quietly pressed a fifty pound note into his palm. And that’s fifty 1981 pounds, folks. Whadda guy.


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Apple’s 2023 MacBook Professional
The launches come after Apple’s chief monetary officer, Luca Maestri, warned in October that the corporate’s Mac gross sales would decline within the December quarter on an annual foundation. That could be partly as a result of Apple did not ship these computer systems in time for the vacation purchasing season.
The up to date Macs are launching into an unsure financial setting for the buyer, as clients might really feel the pinch from inflation or spend extra cautiously towards fears of a possible recession.
Apple is about to report earnings later this month. In January 2022, it reported December quarter Mac income of $10.85 billion, up 25% yr over yr.
The Mac mini begins at $599 with an M2 chip, $100 lower than the prior model, or $1,299 with the M2 Professional. The brand new 14-inch MacBook Professional begins at $1,999. The 16-inch MacBook Professional mannequin will value a minimum of $2,499. All can be obtainable starting Jan. 24, though clients can order the computer systems starting Tuesday.

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Reverse osmosis systems are prone to build-ups, such as suspended solids, microbial and biofilm, and silica. They need to be cleaned regularly to ensure optimum filtration results and to prolong the life of the system.
In this article Mark Ligon, Marketing Manager at Commercial Filtration Supply, provides some helpful insight into caring for reverse osmosis filtration systems.
Commercial Filtration Supply is a provider of industrial filtration products at discount prices, and Mark believes educating customers on liquid filtration best-practices ensures they have the best experience possible with the product.
What is reverse osmosis?
Reverse osmosis is the removal of contaminants from feed water or unfiltered water using pressure to force it through a semipermeable membrane. Water flows from a more concentrated side of the reverse osmosis (RO) membrane, with more contaminants, to the less concentrated side, with fewer contaminants.
The filtered, fresh water is called the permeate. The leftover water with a high concentration of contaminants is called brine or waste. The filtered water is very safe, even suitable for use as drinking water.
The RO membrane contains tiny pores that block contaminants but allow water molecules to flow through. Therefore, the membrane blocks contaminants from moving to the less concentrated side to achieve equilibrium, which is the reverse of osmosis.
The stages of a reverse osmosis filtration system
An industrial reverse osmosis filtration system features several filters that remove contaminants to provide safe, fresh, and clean water. This system typically has the following stages:
The pre-filter protects fragile reverse osmosis membranes by filtering large sediments such as sand, silt, dirt, and other particles. It is prone to clogging, which can cause it to collapse, resulting in the particulates getting into the fragile RO membranes and destroying them.
This filter should be typically changed every six months.
The carbon filter removes some total organic carbon (TOC) and chlorine. It is advisable to conduct chlorine tests daily to confirm the carbon filter is functioning correctly. A build-up of chlorine can irreversibly damage the RO membrane.
The RO membrane sits at the final phase of a reverse osmosis filtration system. Strong pressure pushes the water through the RO membrane, filtering contaminants on one side while allowing fresh water to go through on the other.
The RO membrane catches any contaminants that may have travelled down the stages. Water typically travels through the membrane at about two drops per second or 35 pounds per square inch.
How often you need to change the RO membrane will depend on your facility’s source water quality and use. However, they should be cleaned often and replaced every two to three years.
The types of build-up that can damage a reverse osmosis system
Reverse osmosis filtration systems are susceptible to the following types of build-up:
- Suspended solids
- Metals (iron, manganese, and aluminum)
- Hydrogen sulfide
- Microbial and biofilm foulants
- Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) and calcium sulfate
Most of these build-ups lead to sustained pressure drop and reduced permeate flow. In the case of metals, when they oxidize with the RO membranes, the permeate flow will increase, but the salt rejection will be lower.
Hydrocarbon build-up usually results from human activity or ship spills.
Depending on the type of build-up, you can implement the following cleaning treatments:
- High pH chemicals: This solution is recommended for organics and biofouling.
- Low pH chemicals: This solution is recommended for inorganic colloidal fouling, sulfate scale, and carbonate.
- Low pH chemical and high pH chemical combination: This solution is recommended for a mix of organics and mineral scales. It’s best to start with the low pH chemical to remove the mineral scale, then a high pH chemical to remove the organics.
- Specific biocides or high pH chemicals: This solution is recommended for removing bacteria.
Consult a professional
Reverse osmosis water filtration systems lie at the heart of the water supply for most commercial facilities and processes. It’s important to keep a regular eye on the filtered water’s quality to ensure no significant build-up can destroy the whole system.
Contact a professional and learn what preventive maintenance schedule will suit your facility.

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Cooling your home in the hot weather does not have to be expensive. You can find ways to cool your home and reduce the work your air conditioner has to do to cool your home. The type of air conditioner you use, planting shade trees, installing ceiling fans, insulating windows and doors, and using shades and blackout drapes can reduce the heat in the summer in your home.
Service Your Air Conditioner Every Year and Choose Your System Wisely
You should service your air conditioner yearly to keep it running efficiently. This keeps it from breaking down and you having expensive repairs. The filter should be changed every month when you are running it consistently. When you replace your air conditioner, think about installing a window unit, a floor-mounted unit, or a portable unit. Since these units vary in size, they can often cool one room or several.
They are easy to install and often cool effectively when you use other methods along with them. A portable unit is one that can be moved from room to room and has to be vented using a window in the room. It is suitable for cooling small rooms or areas in your home.
When you have a window or portable units, a small portable fan in the room can make their cooling more efficient. Central air and geothermal systems are inexpensive to install and maintain but many homes opt for them due to their convenience of use.
According to a survey done by Comfy Living, the yearly American demand for air conditioners in 2018 was almost 15.3 million units. Choose an air conditioning system that fits your lifestyle and monthly expenses by researching the types of available units. Mini-split air handlers are another popular choice for air conditioners. They are ductless and, according to This Old House can cool 1,000 square feet of a room depending on the size and where you live. They have to be installed in every room on the wall to cool the entire home.
Reduce Heat on the Outside of the House
Planting shade trees in your yard will reduce the temperature in your home and the electricity you use to run your air conditioning system. Planting shade trees near the sunny side of the house and near windows will reduce the heat. Trees can reduce the cost of the cooling cost by 25 to 50% every year. Many consumers use shade and blackout drapes in warmer weather to keep the sun out during the heat of the day. The sun shining in through the windows increases the temperature in hot weather. Awnings installed over your windows can also reduce the temperature in your home in hot weather. They provide shade as trees do.
Other Home Improvements to Keep Your Home Cool
Installing a ceiling fan can help in the hot weather by circulating cool air when you open the windows or from your air conditioner. Using insulating and reflective paint in sunny rooms can reduce the temperature in the room when sunlight comes in directly. Use LED light bulbs and fixtures because they burn at lower temperatures and last longer than traditional bulbs. Bulbs can generate heat inside and outside the house and choosing the right bulbs reduces heat. According to Home Remodeling Magazine, one of the top repairs in homes is replacing the garage door, which brings a 90% return on your investment. Opening your garage door in the warmer weather for a few hours will reduce the temperature inside if it is not air-conditioned. Insulating both windows and doors will provide more energy-efficient cooling inside your home.
These are some practical home improvements that can cool your home efficiently in warmer weather. Choosing the right air conditioning system and making some changes inside and outside will help you enjoy the warmer weather more.


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- 乙型肝炎 — hepatitis B (English)
- An infectious illness caused by hepatitis B virus which causes an inflammation of the liver of hominoidea, including humans.
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Posted by – Stephanie Carroll, Manager of Business Development & Community Relations
The three-story, 46,555 sq. ft. office addition and parking lot expansion at BorgWarner’s Powertrain Technical Center (PTC) is now complete! This facility, located at 3800 Automation Avenue, is a real showstopper.
Last week, we celebrated this latest expansion of BorgWarner in Auburn Hills. I say latest because this expansion comes on the heels of their new $1.6 million high-tech garage, which was completed in 2014. The expanded tech center includes a friction material testing lab, a torque transfer testing lab, new office space as well as a wellness center and a 4,000-square-foot fitness center.
The event was attended by local officials and even Senator Debbie Stabenow joined the celebration.
BorgWarner moved its headquarters from Chicago to Auburn Hills in 2005 and has been a great company to work with. They have received numerous awards for their accomplishments in their field. We look forward to watching their continued growth and their innovation in powertrain systems.


Tokyo Compression reveals the appalling conditions of overcrowding that hundreds of thousands of Tokyo citizens experience daily on their commute to work. Michael Wolf took the photographs at the Shimo-Kitazawa station on the Tokyo subway, focusing his attention on the claustrophobic, suffocating experience of using public transport at rush hour, which is common in many other cities.
The rapid, unbridled growth of large cities has conditioned the lives of their citizens, disregarding human proportions and worsening people’s quality of life. Measures for protection and social distancing implemented because of the impact of COVID-19 have caused an abrupt change that has emptied the streets and limited mobility, demonstrating the agility and diligence with which the use of the streets can be transformed. Wolf’s photographs reveal the alienation of urban life but also stress the need for a critical opinion, for imagining alternatives in the transit and distribution of public space. This is a task that, supported by the urban challenges posed by the pandemic, can allow us to glimpse new ways of living together and inhabiting urban spaces.
Michael Wolf (Munich, 1954 – Cheung Chau, Hong Kong, April 23, 2019) was trained in Berkeley, United States, Canada and Germany, where he studied with Otto Steinert at the University of Essen. In 1994 he began working as a photographer for the German magazine Stern, which assigned him to Hong Kong. For a decade he lived in China, but in his later years he lived in Paris with his family and worked as a freelance photographer. Hong Kong and Paris were two of the preferred targets of his urban photography, where architecture and citizens usually act as mere pieces of his compositions. His work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world and is part of the collections of the Brooklyn Museum, the Milwaukee Art Museum, or the Museum of Contemporary Photography in Chicago, IL, among others.
He has received prestigious awards such as World Press Photo (in 2005, 2010 and 2011) or the Fotobuchpreis from Germany.


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Tom Nachreiner graduated with honors from Layton School of Art (BFA). In May of 2013, Tom received the Dorothy Driehaus Mellin Foundation award for his painting "Stretching," at the 22nd National Juried Oil Painters’ of America Exhibition. Tom was accepted into the Oil Painters of America’s 18th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd Annual National Exhibitions. Tom’s plein air accomplishments include Best of Show awards at Cedarburg, Shorewood, and Door County Plein Air Competitions.
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It was one of those family meals you have once a year. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, brothers and sisters-in-law, siblings, all together gathered around a splendid table, chatting, eating the delicacies cooked by grandma, when all of a sudden, a familiar but surprising sound followed by that… smell made everyone silenced. Pooh! Then, ‘It’s just a little fart!’ said my 2-year-old toddler, smiling funny, after being ‘betrayed’ by her still-in-progress gut microbiota. ‘Maybe too many hummus last night?’ I thought, really embarrassed.
“There is a lot of stigma attached to passing gas and, obviously, passing it in front of a bunch of people is not the best thing,” explains Purna Kashyap
All of us pass gas. Nevertheless, healthy people do not realize because the majority of times it is at night, when they are sleeping and do not really control. “There is a lot of stigma attached to passing gas and, obviously, passing it in front of a bunch of people is not the best thing”, claimed gastroenterologist Purna Kashyap, leading the Gut Microbiome Lab at the Mayo Clinic at the Gut Microbiota World Summit held spring 2019 in Miami (USA).
“The gas is just bacteria fermenting what you cannot eat, that is fiber, to produce by-products. So, if you are producing gas, that means bacteria have something to ferment and they are eating, so that’s a good thing for you!”, he added.
As we have already explained in this blog, fiber is essential for having a healthy gut microbiota and thus for our general health. It is known that richness, abundance and diversity are three key factors for gut microbiota. There are a lot of dietary fibers and it is advisable to eat a diversity of them, as different type of fibers feed different types of microbes.
“We haven’t yet identified which specific fibers would be the best for each of our gut microbiota, and that’s the goal of a lot of research going on now. What we already know is that if you decrease the fiber, then your gut microbes become more reliant on your mucus layer, this protective substance that lines the interior of the intestine, and start devouring it. That’s when health problems start”, highlighted Kashyap.
Given that there are different types of dietary fiber, which is an essential element in gut microbiota care, it is advisable to alternate fiber intake
But increasing suddenly your amount of fiber intake can cause health problems and inconvenience too. For instance, bloating, due to gas formation, that can cause belly pain. “Better make changes little by little”. If you were only eating white bread all your life, you could start with half a toast in your breakfast. Whole grain breads have at least 2 grams of fiber per slice. According to the American Heart Association, for instance, the daily value for fiber is 25 grams per day on a 2,000 calorie diet for adults (women under 50, from 21 to 25 grams per day, and men under 50, from 30 to 38 grams per day). “It is not a good idea to go from eating 10g of fiber to 40 g of fiber in a day”, considered Kashyap.
Also, if you detect there are certain foods giving you more gas, you can switch them for other less gassy. For instance, maybe spinach gives you too much flatulence, but lettuce is not. Besides that, dose is also important: maybe eating a whole plate of hummus makes your belly a balloon, so you’d rather try one third of that.
For Doctor Kashyap, our mind is also a factor to take into account. “A lot of us work with anticipation: if I put my hand on the stove and I burn it, the next time I am going to be looking again to make sure it is hot. Our body is very good at learning these responses and so they perpetuate themselves. That’s where the whole gut-brain axis comes in. It functions as one unit, so there are a lot of factors that drive how you respond to different diets”.
At the end, according to Doctor Kashyap, eating healthily is about including everything in a good quantity. It’s all about balance.


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Now the Parson had a pair to wed As the hounds came full in view. -The Fox jumps over the Parson's gate-
From the Original drawing by RANDOLPH CALDECOTT
Publisher Frederick Warne & Co.
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RANDOLPH CALDECOTT’S PICTURES.
Between 1950 and 2011, acquired by Leonard A. Lauder, New York, from various postcard dealers in the United States, Canada and Europe; 2014, gift of Leonard A. Lauder to the MFA. (Accession Date: October 29, 2014)
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text: Aurora Camp takes you to the amazing Lake Inari. You will be comfortably seated in a sledge, that is pulled by the guide´s snowmobile. This way you can enjoy the northern sky all the way to the camp place. While observing the night sky we will enjoy the blazing campfire with hot drinks and each other´s company. The atmosphere by the campfire is an experience itself. Our Aurora Camps are 3-6km from Nellim, facing the northern sky. Lake Inari is one of the best places in the world for aurora viewing since there is no light pollution at all. If you are lucky you will treated to a unique light phenomenon.

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- How Often Should You Change Your Bike Chain? As a good rule of thumb, you should change your bike chain every 3,000 miles. You can probably go a bit longer if you stick to your cleaning routine. If you don’t, then you’ll need to change it more frequently (along with your cogs).
- 1 How long should a bike chain last?
- 2 How do I know if my bike chain needs replacing?
- 3 What happens if you don’t change your bike chain?
- 4 How long does a mountain bike chain last?
- 5 How do I know if my chain is worn out?
- 6 How much does it cost to replace a chain on a bike?
- 7 How often should I lube my bike chain?
- 8 How do I know if my chain is too long?
- 9 How long should a cassette last?
- 10 Do bike cassettes wear out?
- 11 How much does it cost to replace a bike chain UK?
- 12 Do I need to change my cassette when I change my chain?
- 13 How can I make my bike chain last longer?
- 14 How often should you change your bike chain and cassette?
- 15 How many links should a bike chain have?
How long should a bike chain last?
Most mechanics agree that you should replace your chain about every 2,000 to 3,000 miles, depending on your riding style. Many Tour De France riders wear out two or even three chains on their primary bike over the course of the three-week race.
How do I know if my bike chain needs replacing?
Another ballpark method for checking chain wear is by measuring it with a ruler. Pick a rivet and line it up at the zero mark. Count 24 more rivets and your last rivet should be at the 12″ mark of your ruler. If it is off by more than 1/16″ your chain is stretched to the point of replacement.
What happens if you don’t change your bike chain?
Does a worn chain really affect the derailleur pulley wheels? @cherouvim – we are talking about really wearing the drivetrain out. The chain’s pitch will have changed a lot wearing out everything including pulley wheels. I have done this.
How long does a mountain bike chain last?
A typical mountain bike chain will last 750 miles of single track riding. It’s not easy to gauge exactly how long a chain will last, but there are ways to prolong the life of the chain.
How do I know if my chain is worn out?
Measuring chain wear the free and easy way If the chain starts to lift off the top and/ or the bottom of where it sits on the chainring teeth, this means that the chain is starting to wear or is worn. If your chain lifts off the ring like this, it’s likely worn.
How much does it cost to replace a chain on a bike?
How much does a bike chain cost to replace? Entry level chains can start off around $15.00 with more expensive and higher performance chains ranging from $25.00 to $60.00 or more. More expensive chains increase shift quality and are generally more durable as they wear.
How often should I lube my bike chain?
Bicycle Tutor recommends cleaning and lubricating your bike’s drive chain at least once every month to maintain optimal performance and protection. The chain and drivetrain are typically the dirtiest parts of your bike, and this dirt is bad news for bike longevity and performance.
How do I know if my chain is too long?
Do a simple check on your bike by shifting the chain to the big chainring and the biggest cassette cog; then, push on the end of the derailleur cage (pushing forward) to see how much it will move forward. If it moves just a little, then you’re good. If it moves a lot, then you’ve got too much chain.
How long should a cassette last?
Cassette lifespan can range between 4000 to 10000 miles, and this is affected by the cassette itself and maintenance frequency.
Do bike cassettes wear out?
My rule of thumb is to replace it at 75 per cent wear (as measured with a chain-wear indicator). If you stick with this guideline, your cassette and chainrings will last a lot longer. A cassette, in most cases, can last for approximately two to three chain replacements if they are done at the right time.
How much does it cost to replace a bike chain UK?
A worn chain ultimately leads to the most common mechanical problem with bikes. You’ll save money if you replace your chain before it becomes too worn. Normally, you can get through around 3 chains, before you need to replace the cassette. A new chain costs around £12-£15 and a new cassette costs around £20.
Do I need to change my cassette when I change my chain?
You certainly don’t need to change the cassette and chainrings every time you swap the chain, though, it’s just that you should check out the health and performance of these other drivetrain components as soon as you’ve installed a new one. If the chain skips under pedalling load then it’s time for a new cassette.
How can I make my bike chain last longer?
Proper bicycle chain lubrication not only makes shifting gears easier but also ensures the drivetrain lasts longer. If you experience shifting issues, you might be overdue for a new chain. Replacing the chain at regular intervals will make the cassette, the cluster of sprockets on your bike’s rear hub, last longer.
How often should you change your bike chain and cassette?
The 2,000-Mile Rule. To avoid this accelerated wear of your cassette and chainrings, a general rule of thumb is to replace your bike’s chain every 2,000 miles. Mind you, this is just a starting point. No two chains will wear at exactly the same rate because no two riders treat their chains the same.
A new bicycle chain usually comes with 116 links. This is long enough for the biggest chainrings and for most distances of rear wheel from front chainrings. So for optimal length a new chain is usually shortened from the 116 links that come in the box.


People are not reading as much as they used to. Young adults turn to the Internet and YouTube for their news. Publishers are struggling to make money and are turning to ebooks and no-royalty books. Bookstores are closing. Some people feel writers should get a one-time payment for their books, then give up all rights and make them available for free. Illiteracy is high. Frankly, this is all Not-News. We know it already. We may not like it, but we, as a nation, are not doing a whole lot about it.
Then there’s News. Take a look at the article in AllAfrica.com called, “Nigeria: National Book Policy Ready Soon.”
Dr. Jerry Agada, Minister of State for Education, at a press briefing to commemorate the 2008 World Book and Copyright Day (who in the U.S. even knows there is such a day!) said
the draft policy will address key issues in the book publishing industry such as how to make standard books available to Nigerians, copyright and book piracy. The policy, according to the Minister will also serve as a guide to Nigerians and motivate the citizenry to imbibe the habit of reading books and maintain personal libraries in their private homes.
According to Agada,
the development of a National Book Policy was a proactive step by the Federal Government to have a nation that reads and a nation that thinks, since meaningful socio-economic development cannot be attained in an illiterate environment.
Now that’s news. Good News. We could use a bit more good book news in the U.S.


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The fleece bath robe is orange with many details of the original costume and the hood even looks like a helmet.
The officially licenced Star Wars bath robe is just perfect for when you come out of bed in the morning or when you get out of the shower. It is also just fun to lounge around on it all day long while you rewatch all those Star Wars movies.Get your X-Wing Fighter Bath Robe

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The roots of the distinguished German surname Keese lie in the former duchy of Swabia. The name is derived from the Middle High German word "kaeser," denoting a person who made and sold cheese.
The surname Keese was first found in Swabia, where it is believed to have first emerged, initially borne by dairy farmers and cheesemongers. The earliest documented instance of the name has been traced to this region, where Arnold Chesere was recorded to have lived in 1246. The young Keese family was instrumental during this early period, playing a major role in the development of medieval Swabian society.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Keese research.Another 132 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1246, 1370, 1727, 1781, 1804, 1816, 1841, and 1853 are included under the topic Early Keese History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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It’s the end of the year again, as usual, we have the musical taste of every member of our team together to compile what we want to put forward as some of the best releases of the year. It gives us a list with a nice diversity in genres and bands (from “big ones” to “underground”) and hopefully covers most of the releases that are worth spending some time on listening to. So without further-ado… here is GRIMM’s list of albums of the year 2019!
10. Sabaton – The Great War / The Great Old Ones – Cosmicism
Loved by many and hated by many… no matter what you think of them, Sabaton has become an undeniable force within the metal community. This year they came back with a prestigious creation on which they put the focus on World War I, or ‘The Great War‘. This album has some familiar sounds, a lot of new ones and one hell of an epic song! It shows Sabaton still know what they’re doing and we are eagerly looking forward to what else they have in store for us in the future.
H.P. Lovecraft’s works and black metal seem like a perfect match. But there is almost no band as good as translating the occult and dark themes as French outfit The Great Old Ones. On ‘Cosmicism‘ they have darkened their sound by finding suitable atmospheric arrangements, where the music converts the writing of Lovecraft into an animated soundtrack of the grotesque.
For our full review of the album, go here!
9. Idle Hands – Mana / Lacuna Coil – Black Anima
One of the discoveries of the year for many people this time around was definitely Idle Hands from Portland, Oregon. Their debut full-length release ‘Mana‘ is a melancholy masterpiece that at times takes you on an eighties new wave heavy metal ride, and at others on a brooding goth rock stroll with hypnotizing psychedelic guitar tones.
For the full review, go here.
Italy’s Lacuna Coil has been a consistently popular and engaging metal outfit. With their most recent release ‘Black Anima‘ they seem to catch their stride yet again with a very modern sound that can compete with any of the contemporary popular metal acts. It seems like they’ve only began to soar to new heights and we bet that they will continue to grow and gain popularity if they continue on this path!
8. Alcest – Spiritual Instinct
As instigators of a little genre baptized blackgaze, it’s always a pleasant sight to see Alcest release a new album. With ‘Spiritual Instinct’ they manage to intertwine their early metal sound better with their recent experiences with the more pure shoegaze sound. Everything is clearly more polished, but luckily doesn’t take anything away from the amazing music, raw moments and mesmerizing atmosphere. Another piece of magic in this world for sure. Close your eyes and let yourself drift away to another realm.
For the full album review, go here.
7. Rammstein – Rammstein / Wheel – Moving Backwards
2019 was also the year that German powerhouse Rammstein was omnipresent. They lit the world on fire on their tour on which they brought more fire than ever with them and the release of their self-titled new album brought along a bunch of controversy as usual. Never been the guys to be too subtle and always outspoken, their ‘Deutschland’ single and the video that came with it was one of the most spoken about things for several weeks. The album delivers exactly what you can expect from these Germans: pounding riffs and beats with almost catchy lyrics that people all over the world sing along even when they don’t understand or speak a word of German.
In the year that Tool finally released their new album, having a band coming with their debut full-length stating that they were tired of waiting for new Tool music and thus decided to make what they wanted to hear themselves might seem ironic. But Wheel‘s release ‘Moving Backwards’ is a damn great prog album in which they manage to combine intricate writing and catchiness into a damn groovy and accessible record, both for fans of difficult prog music and lovers of simply good music. Make sure you catch them live in 2020 if you can, because they are an absolute sight to behold.
For the full album review, go here.
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Last Thursday, young 22 year old David Morales Colon was shot dead in Puerto Rico. Because he was so fond of his motorcycle, his body was posed on his bike for the funeral home presentation to his family and friends. It had to be one of the more unusual funeral arrangements ever made.
In Egypt, it was once common for kings and queens to buried along with their possessions. A few persons have been buried in their cars before.
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Hi friends! I’ve been thinking for a while now, and bear with me because I’m hoping this sounds coherent, and makes some small bit of sense??? And please forgive me if this comes off as pretentious*, that’s not my intent.
*just call me Richard Gansey III
This is really tough to phrase but I’m going to try anyway: I feel like a lot of different entertainment mediums have really been lacking in diversity, such as books, movies, TV shows, video games, you name it. I think we can all agree with that! But I was recently thinking: I’m a female, mixed-race person. Maybe I can provide insight into certain things? And let marginalized consumers feel, I don’t know, less iso,lated? I hope that’s coming across the right way! So basically, here’s what I’m thinking:
- Write some TV reviews, but with a focus on representation.
- Same with movie reviews because we allllll need some big screen rep in our lives!
- And since I DO play video games, as a girl, I think it’ll be fun to post some reviews and updates of that!
- I’d also like to publish more book reviews, with a bigger emphasis on diversity, debut authors, and female characters.
- Graphics aren’t my biggest priority right now, especially since I can’t afford as much, but I still want to do more!
- And finally, I’d like to make this a little more personalized??? It’s surprisingly difficult to find the right balance between professional and fun??? And also I love questions mark??? And exclamation points!!!
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I have often wondered why people didn’t smile in pictures taken many years ago. It didn’t really make sense to me, because it seems that most people were happy with their lives. So why not show that they were happy in the pictures that were taken to remember them. Weren’t these pictures were intended to show their descendants who they were and tell a little bit about their lives? I always thought that it was a bit sad that there were so few smiles. And I have wondered why people didn’t tell their kids to smile, but upon further thought, and a look at the picture of my in-laws with all the grandchildren they had at that time, I think maybe I now have a little bit better understanding of it. Maybe it wasn’t totally intended at all, or maybe it was. I suppose we will never know.
I was there when these newer pictures were taken, of course, so I know for sure what was going on. We had taken pictures of several families, and multiple other group shots. We had been through the fidgety kids, the bouts of tears, the laughing at the ones in tears, and we were past nap time for some of these kids. We did our very best to get them to smile for the camera, and most of the time they did pretty good. Nevertheless, by the time we got to this picture, we were pretty much over the picture taking, and no one was doing any smiling. Sometimes there is just simply nothing you can do about a bad picture, except to chalk it up to experience, and move on. You can hope that the next time pictures are taken, everyone will be in a better mood, but quite likely you will find that there will be at least one or two who will feel the same way next time as they did this time.
Looking back in those old pictures, I thought maybe it wasn’t a matter of collectively deciding not to smile. Maybe they had work to be done on the farm, and they didn’t really want to be there taking pictures. Or maybe they just hated being all dressed up in their Sunday best on a week day, or maybe the kids were fussy and needed a nap, and maybe they were just tired. I mean, after all, everything was a lot harder then. They didn’t have the modern conveniences we have today. Maybe they were just too tired to smile!

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Robert Brown, who had worked for Mobile Paints for nearly 33 years, died Dec. 17 at his home. He was 72.
Brown was a native of Demopolis and a resident of Mobile.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Annie Pearl Brown; two sons, Robert Brown Jr. and Michael Brown; and two daughters, Fannie Francis Lane and Andretta Bennett, all of Mobile; one brother, William Brown Jr.; and six grandchildren.
Viewing will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until the 11 a.m. service at Lovett's Funeral Chapel on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. Burial will follow in Whispering Pines Cemetery in Eight Mile.
Nellie Cross, a native of Monroe County and a longtime resident of Grand Bay, died Wednesday in Mobile. She was 78.
Survivors include one brother, Dock Cross of Frisco City.
A graveside service is scheduled for Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in Union Cemetery in Frisco City. Arrangements are by Johnson Funeral Home in Monroeville.
James Willard Denmark Sr.
James Willard Denmark Sr., a native of Leakesville, Miss., and a resident of Citronelle, died Wednesday. He was 94.
Denmark retired as a leaderman with the road and bridge department of Mobile County.
Survivors include his wife of 71 years, Margaret Denmark; and one son, James Denmark Jr., both of Citronelle; two daughters, Margaret Foster of Semmes and Ethel Kirby of Citronelle; 14 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday from noon until the 2 p.m. funeral at Freeman Funeral Home in Citronelle. Burial will be in Pine Crest Cemetery in Citronelle.
Luther McKinley Grace
Luther McKinley Grace, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died Monday. He was 66.
Grace, a native of Mobile, was a resident of Semmes and a Vietnam War veteran.
Survivors include three children, Michael Grace and Brandi Brook, both of Wilmer, and Steven Grace of Semmes; five siblings, Connie Bryan, Ren'ea Finch and Daniel Finch, all of Wilmer, Linda Lynn of Mobile and William Grace of Eight Mile; his fiancee, Hazel Finch of Summerdale; and seven grandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday at Serenity Funeral Home on Old Pascagoula Road in Theodore from 10 a.m. until the noon graveside service in Serenity Memorial Gardens.
Carla Joan Heathcoe Maples
Carla Joan Heathcoe Maples, a native of Citronelle and a resident of Satsuma, died Monday. She was 70.
Maples was a member of Shelton Beach Road Baptist Church. She worked for International Paper.
Survivors include one son, Nolan Maples Jr.; and one daughter, Mitzi Pate, both of Mobile; her mother, Barbara Patrick of Citronelle; three brothers, Arnold Heathcoe of Semmes, Eric Heathcoe of Copeland, Ala., and Michael Heathcoe of Citronelle; one sister, Judy Mason of Citronelle; and three stepsisters, Rose Janssen of Foley, and Alfreda Chancery and Dottie Boothe, both of Citronelle.
Visitation will be Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the 11 a.m. funeral at Shelton Beach Road Baptist Church in Saraland. Burial will be in Forrest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Saraland.
Arrangements are being made by Freeman Funeral Home in Citronelle.
Ryan Kyle McDavid
Ryan Kyle McDavid, a shipfitter, died Sunday at his home. He was 23.
McDavid was a native and resident of Mobile. He attended Baker High School.
Survivors include his son, Jackson Taylor McDavid; his parents, Lana Talbert and Tim Talbert, and George F. McDavid Jr.; and his grandmother, Barbara McDavid, all of Mobile.
Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. until the noon service at Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home on Three Notch Road. Burial will be in Pine Crest West Cemetery on Snow Road.
Shirley Raybon Miller
Shirley Raybon Miller, who retired from Kimberly-Clark after 23 years, died Thursday in Satsuma. He was 71.
Miller, a native of Atmore, was a resident of Satsuma since 1976.
He formerly worked for American Can Paper Co. and Geigy Chemical Chemstrand.
Survivors include four daughters, Debbie Denson of Daphne, Donna Miller of Satsuma, Laurie Knight of Trussville, Ala., and Kristi Miller Lee of Petal, Miss.; one brother, Terry Miller of Griffin, Ga.; one sister, Delores Gallego of Stockbridge, Ga.; 12 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Petty-Eastside Chapel
Funeral Home in Atmore. The funeral will be Monday at 10 a.m. at Little Rock Holiness Church. Burial will follow in Little Rock Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Coastal Conservation Association, P.O. Box 16987, Mobile, AL 36616.
Leonard Parker, a resident of Mobile, died Sunday. He was 73.
Survivors include three brothers; one sister, his stepmother; three stepdaughters; one stepson; a caregiver, Dorothy Hollings; and numerous stepgrandchildren and great-stepgrandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until the
2 p.m. service at Memorial Funeral Home on St. Stephens Road in Prichard. Burial will follow in Gethsemane Cemetery North in Eight Mile.
John H. Wiggins
John H. Wiggins, who retired from the Mobile Area Water and Sewer System after 33 years, died Tuesday at an area hospital. He was 82.
Wiggins was a native of Conecuh County and a longtime resident of Mobile.
He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War.
Survivors include his wife, Ann P. Wiggins of Mobile; four children, Steve Wiggins, Becky Willis and Brenda Drake, all of Wilmer, and Cindy Miller of Semmes; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home on Dauphin Street, where the service will be Monday at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Valhalla Memorial Gardens.
Memorials may be made to the Crawford Baptist Church Building Fund, 3000 Sun Valley Drive, Mobile, AL 36618.
Jake Herman Witherspoon Jr.
Jake Herman Witherspoon Jr., a native of Plateau and resident of Mobile, died Tuesday at an area hospital. He was 61.
Survivors include one son, Tony Witherspoon; one stepdaughter; and two grandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until the 11 a.m. funeral at St. Francis Street United Methodist Church, 15 N. Joachim St. Burial will follow in Prichard Memorial Cemetery. Memorial Funeral Home on St. Stephens Road in Prichard is handling arrangements.
Alva Bryant Coker
Alva Bryant Coker, a former businessman, died Tuesday at his home. He was 87.
Coker, a native of Evergreen, was a resident of Foley.
He worked in the sign business for more than 60 years, starting with Waller Advertising before opening his own neon sign business.
He was a deacon of Westlawn Baptist Church for many years.
Coker, a U.S. Navy veteran, served on a PT boat in the Philippines during World War II. After the war, he served in Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll during the atomic bomb testing.
He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 49, the PT Boat Squadron and the Sons of the American Revolution.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Jean Coker of Foley; one daughter, Julie Coker Slager of Gulf Shores; one son, Bryant Coker of Mobile; and three grandchildren.
Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. until the noon service at Pine Crest Funeral Home on Dauphin Island Parkway in Mobile. Burial will follow in Pine Crest Cemetery.
Ella Wese Curtis Watkins
Ella Wese Curtis Watkins, a former beautician, died Dec. 18 at the home of her stepson in Bay Minette.
Watkins was a resident of Bay Minette and a former resident of Prichard. She was a member of Big Star Church of God in Christ.
Survivors include two stepsons, Herdis Watkins and Larry Watkins, both of Bay Minette; one stepgrandson; one great-granddaughter; and two great-great-grandsons.
Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until the 11 a.m. funeral at William Street Holiness Church, 1710 Bolden St. Burial will follow in Prichard Memorial Cemetery. Reese Funeral Home on Bessemer Avenue in Prichard is handling arrangements.
Douglas Mark Kent
Douglas Mark "Doug" Kent, who worked as a crane operator for L&N Railroad for a number of years, died Tuesday in Brewton. He was 66.
Kent was a lifelong resident of Repton.
He served in the National Guard for eight years.
He was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include his wife, DeLois Pugh Kent; and two sons, Mark Kent and Bryan Kent, all of Repton; one brother, Jim Kent; and one sister, Pauline Ivey, both of Brewton.
Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. service at Craver's Funeral Home in Brewton. Burial will follow in Springhill Cemetery.