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This beautiful petite pear-shaped Montana Sapphire is cradled in a delicate white gold bezel, like a beautiful blue pond in a snow-covered field. The mounting is dainty, but the bezel will keep your precious stone more protected from potential chips and scratches. Wear is as an accessory or pair it with a band for a more bridal look.
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Beer lovers line up to sample brews during an earlier Craft Brew Festival. / Register file photo
Kerry Skram and Eric Lee star as the romantically entangled Hermia and Lysander in Repertory Theater of Iowa's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' at Salisbury House & Gardens. / Special to the Register
Cyclists ride through the East Village during last year's Moonlight Classic. / Special to The Register
1. See 'Monsters University'
The prequel to “Monsters, Inc.” is adorable and funny, says Gannett’s Bill Goodykoontz.
2. Craft Brew Festival
The Iowa Brewers Guild hosts its annual Iowa Craft Brew Festival downtown on the Locust Street bridge. More than 30 Iowa breweries and several regional and national microbrewers will be on hand serving unlimited beer. Tickets are $25 through www.midwestix.com.
3. Moonlight Classic
Enjoy a ride around central Iowa in the darkness at the second annual Moonlight Classic. Last year nearly 400 cyclists made the 10-mile ride through downtown and around the west side. The event features live music by Infuzion and prizes for best costumes, helmets and bike lights, and best team bus. Proceeds benefit Orchard Place. 9:30 p.m. Saturday beginning at el Bait Shop, 200 S.W. Second St. $25 in advance, $35 day of event. Go to www.moonlightclassicdsm.com.
Today through Sunday
The Repertory Theater of Iowa performs the Shakespeare classic “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” which tells of an enchanted evening in an even more enchanted forest where lovers, gods and royalty discover love. 7:30 p.m. today through Sunday at Salisbury House, 4025 Tonawanda Drive. $25. Go to www.salisburyhouse.org.
Today through Sunday
The Des Moines Metro Opera kicks off its 2013 season. Today at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. see Charles-Francois Gounod’s “Romeo et Juliette” at the Blank Performing Arts Center, 513 N. D St., Indianola. At 7:30 p.m. Saturday, the DMMO performs Benjamin Britten’s “Peter Grimes,” followed by “Romeo et Juliette” again at 2 p.m. Sunday. The season continues through July 14, including Strauss’ “Elektra,” which debuts next week. $49-$92. Go to www.desmoinesmetroopera.org.

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RYDER Cup winner and seven-time European Tour winner Ronan Rafferty has joined forces with the Roxburghe club to promote and raise the profile of the course near Kelso, in the Scottish Borders.
Designed by Newcastle-born Dave Thomas, the Roxburghe was opened in 1997 and is one of the top inland courses in the country.
Rafferty said: “It is a privilege for me to be working closely with the Duke of Roxburghe and his team and to be able to take the Roxburghe course to the next level of excellence.
“This is an exciting time to be involved with the course and the Roxburghe Estate with a development plan which should transform the Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course into the only five-star resort in the region.”
Rafferty will provide support and considerable expertise to reinforce the club’s position as a world-class golf centre of excellence, with a golf academy providing the best teaching facility in the Scottish Borders.
Other areas of involvement will be the development of a social responsibility programme with the Roxburghe youth programme, junior golf camps, as well as the building of strong relationships with the European and Senior tours.
“This is a really exciting stage in the creation of a world-class resort destination in the Scottish Borders, and the experience and skills of Ronan Rafferty will be key to bringing about the successful expansion at The Roxburghe,” said the Duke.

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Saltwater Shoreline Fishing Information
Florida residents who only saltwater fish from the land or a structure attached to land, may get the no-cost resident recreational saltwater shoreline fishing license. This license does NOT cover anyone fishing from a boat or from an island that they arrived at by boat.
Individuals who hold a recreational saltwater fishing license or any other license that includes recreational saltwater fishing privileges do not need a shoreline fishing license.
1. When did the shoreline saltwater license requirement take effect?
The shoreline saltwater fishing license requirement took effect Aug. 1, 2009.
2. Who is required to have a valid saltwater shoreline fishing license with them?
Resident saltwater anglers who fish from shore or a structure affixed to shore will need a shoreline fishing license unless they have a regular saltwater fishing license, persons with disabilities fishing license, other combo license or are exempt.
3. How much does the license cost?
The license is free.
4. If I have a regular saltwater fishing license, will I have to get a shoreline license too?
No. A resident regular saltwater fishing license that covers fishing from shore as well as from a vessel costs $17 and may be the best option for most anglers unless they feel certain they will fish only from shore.
5. If I wade into the water to saltwater fish, will I no longer be covered by the shoreline license?
Anglers who wade into the water to saltwater fish are considered to be fishing from shore as long as they can stand on the bottom and do not access or leave the area by boat.
6. If I ride in a boat to a saltwater fishing spot and then fish from shore, am I still covered by the shoreline license?
No. If an angler arrives at the saltwater fishing location by boat, he must have a regular saltwater fishing license, regardless of whether he fishes from shore.
7. Do nonresident saltwater anglers qualify for the shoreline license?
No. The shoreline saltwater fishing license is available to Florida residents only. Nonresident saltwater anglers must purchase a regular nonresident saltwater fishing license at $17 for three days, $30 for seven days or $47 for one year, regardless of whether they fish from shore or a vessel. These prices include administrative fees, but handling fees are additional.
8. Is anybody exempt from the shoreline saltwater license requirement?
The new shoreline saltwater license requirement allows exemptions for residents who are age 65 or older, all children under age 16, resident disabled persons who meet certain qualifications, active duty military personnel while home on leave, and all anglers who fish from a licensed pier. In addition, the license requirement includes exemptions for resident anglers drawing food stamps, temporary cash assistance or Medicaid who have proof of identification and a benefit issuance or program identification card issued by DCFS or the Agency for Health Care Administration, and anglers who use a pole or line without a line retrieval mechanism (such as a reel) in their home counties.
9. If I saltwater fish from shore, using a cane pole, Cuban yoyo or hand line with no reel attached, do I still have to have the shoreline saltwater license?
There is an exemption for resident saltwater anglers using a pole or line, not equipped with a fishing-line-retrieval mechanism, using natural bait, and it applies to anglers who fish from shore, structures affixed to shore or vessels. This exemption applies only in the angler's home county.
10. If I saltwater fish from shore, using a cast net, crab net, dip net, some other kind of net, crab basket, trap, gig or spear, am I still covered by the license exemption for anglers who don't have a fishing-line-retrieval mechanism?
The exemption for saltwater anglers using a pole or line, not equipped with a fishing-line-retrieval mechanism, does not include anglers who use any type of gear other than hook and line. For instance, crabbers who use traps, baskets, crab nets, dip nets or landing nets will need to have a fishing license. Also, fishermen who use cast nets or other types of nets are not exempt from license requirements.
11. If I gather scallops or other shellfish by hand, am I covered by the saltwater license exemption for anglers who don't have a fishing line retrieval mechanism?
No. The exemption for anglers using a pole or line not equipped with a fishing-line-retrieval mechanism does not include those who gather shellfish or other marine animals by hand.
12. If I get a shoreline saltwater license now, can I buy a regular saltwater fishing license later if I decide to fish from a vessel or from shore using non-exempt gear?
Yes. Anglers who have a shoreline saltwater license but need a regular saltwater fishing license can purchase a regular saltwater fishing license, even if they already have a shoreline license.
13. Why did the state pass this shoreline saltwater fishing license requirement?
At the request of the FWC, the Florida Legislature passed the shoreline saltwater fishing license requirement to head off a federal registration requirement that would have gone into effect Jan. 1, 2010, and would have had a $15 to $25 fee, beginning in 2011. The shoreline license makes Florida's resident anglers exempt from that federal fee.
14. Is there a similar shoreline license for freshwater anglers?
No. There never was a general exemption for fishing from the shore or a structure attached to shore in freshwater, so no new license was needed. In addition, the new exemption for anglers drawing food stamps, temporary cash assistance or Medicaid applies only to resident saltwater anglers fishing from shore or a structure attached to shore and does not relate to freshwater.
15. Where can I find more information about license requirements?
More information about license and permit requirements, outdoor recreation and FWC programs is available at MyFWC.com.
16. Do I need a Snook Permit if I have a shoreline saltwater license?
Yes, if you are not exempt and have a shoreline saltwater license you are required to have a Snook Permit to keep a snook in season.
17. Do I need to add the State Reef Fish Angler designation to my license?
Starting July 1, 2020, anglers age 16 and older (including those exempt from license requirements) fishing from a private boat, who plan to harvest, possess, or land specific reef fish must sign up to participate in the State Reef Fish Survey by adding the State Reef Fish Angler designation to their license or customer account.


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CENTENNIAL BUCKLE (S)
This exclusive Centennial Buckle features a classic silver western-style with an intricate pattern and gold twisted-rope trim. Engraved in gold with our Centennial logo and including the "100 years" banner, this buckle is a beautiful piece to commemorate 100 years at the Stampede. Available in two sizes.
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CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice joined West Virginia health leaders and other officials today for his latest daily press briefing regarding the State’s COVID-19 response.
UPDATE ON HOSPITAL SURGE PLANS & ELECTIVE PROCEDURES
During Monday’s briefing, Gov. Justice and state health experts announced that they have asked all hospitals and hospital systems across the state to reevaluate the surge plans that they originally created several months ago as part of the Governor’s West Virginia Strong – The Comeback reopening initiative, updating them to account for the recent increase in COVID-19 case numbers across West Virginia and to consider temporarily reducing the number of elective medical procedures being performed.
“Our state health experts are genuinely concerned about the possibility of our hospitals becoming overrun if things get worse,” Gov. Justice said. “Every day that we have these briefings, we are asked where we stand on hospital beds and where we stand on capacity. We’ve been in talks with the West Virginia Hospital Association and many of the state’s hospitals and we all believe that some level of reduction of elective surgeries may be needed to ensure that we will have hospital space.”
“This is accelerating all across the country and we’re starting to see the first signs of that acceleration in West Virginia,” State Coronavirus Czar Dr. Clay Marsh said. “We are starting to see the first surge that we’ve seen in this state related to the hospitals…We will be able to maintain capacity at this moment, but what we see is perhaps the worst days are still ahead of us as everybody goes inside.
“This morning we had a call with the hospital association, our largest group of hospitals and hospital systems in the state, and what we agreed to was that, each system has their surge plans, and so we asked them to update those to where we are now – looking at surgeries that will be done over the next 45 days or so as the initial time frame – to look at not doing the kinds of surgeries that can be put off, or that aren’t urgent or emergent…and to look at prioritizing, particularly, putting off those surgeries that require an inpatient stay that would take up a hospital bed,” Dr. Marsh continued. “Each system will submit their plans for how they will do that through the hospital association, and we will then look at those plans to make sure we are all communicating and helping each other out.”
COVID-19 CASE NUMBERS UPDATE
Also on Monday, Gov. Justice reported that the current number of active cases in the state has also reached a new record high of 16,787. The number of total patients hospitalized also hit a record high of 597, with 162 patients currently in the ICU.
Meanwhile, the cumulative percent of positive cases is now 3.64%, up from 3.53% last Wednesday and the highest such rate seen in West Virginia since April 23, 2020.
As of Monday morning, the statewide rate of COVID-19 transmission – also known as Rt – was 1.00; tied for the 15th-best such rate of any state in the country.
Meanwhile, West Virginia continues to outperform the national average – as well as the rates of all of its bordering states – in lowest percentage of population positive, and lowest percentage of positive test results.
MONDAY MAP UPDATE
Additionally Monday, Gov. Justice provided a look at West Virginia’s latest mid-week County Alert System map update.
Red counties: 8 (Grant, Marshall, Mason, Mineral, Ohio, Ritchie, Wirt, Wyoming)
Orange counties: 15 (Barbour, Berkeley, Boone, Doddridge, Hardy, Jefferson, Morgan, Nicholas, Pocahontas, Preston, Putnam, Taylor, Wayne, Wetzel, Wood)
Gold counties: 8 (Brooke, Cabell, Calhoun, Fayette, Hampshire, Hancock, Harrison, Mingo)
Yellow counties: 11 (Kanawha, Jackson, Lincoln, Marion, McDowell, Monroe, Pleasants, Raleigh, Roane, Tyler, Upshur)
Green counties: 13 (Braxton, Clay, Gilmer, Greenbrier, Lewis, Logan, Mercer, Monongalia, Pendleton, Randolph, Summers, Tucker, Webster)
The map is updated live on the DHHR’s COVID-19 Dashboard (Click “County Alert System” tab) throughout the week for informational purposes and to provide an indication of how each county is trending ahead of each Saturday at 5 p.m.; the time when each county is assigned its official color designation for the next week, which determines the level of scholastic, athletic, and extracurricular activities permitted in each county for that particular week.
DHHR’s COVID-19 Dashboard (Click “County Alert System” tab)
GOV. JUSTICE PROVIDES ANOTHER UPDATE ON VACCINE PLAN
Also on Monday, Gov. Justice celebrated biotech company Moderna’s announcement today that they are now seeking emergency use authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for their new COVID-19 vaccine.
This follows last week’s announcement that pharmaceutical company Pfizer applied for the same authorization and that their vaccine is expected to arrive in West Virginia in mid-December.
“Both vaccines require you to take two doses of it, with the doses coming three to four weeks apart,” Gov. Justice said. “There will be a limited supply in the beginning, but it will ramp up very, very quickly. There are approximately 40 million doses that will be going all across our country and it will be ramping up every day. I strongly encourage everyone, once it has authorization from the FDA and approval from the CDC, to take the vaccine.
“Our Vaccine Advisory Council has been working since August,” Gov. Justice continued. “General Hoyer is heading up the efforts. I think we’re going to be ready. I think you’re going to see them move like I know we can.”
UPDATED FACE COVERING REQUIREMENT IN EFFECT; SIGNS AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESSES
Additionally Monday, Gov. Justice provided a reminder that his broadened Statewide Indoor Face Covering Requirement is now in effect.
The new order requires all West Virginians age 9 and older to wear a face covering at all times inside all indoor public places. This differs from the Governor’s initial indoor face covering requirement, which allowed masks to be removed in such places if adequate social distancing could be maintained. Under the new order, that exception no longer exists.
The new order also requires that all businesses and organizations that invite the public into their facilities must post adequate signage advising guests of the requirement and are also responsible for enforcing the requirement to ensure it is being followed.
Posters are now available on the DHHR’s online Face Covering Toolkit for businesses or organizations to print and display. Social media graphics are also available for download and use by the general public.
AGGRESSIVE TESTING CONTINUES ACROSS STATE
Also on Monday, Gov. Justice offered a reminder that a new online map of all free COVID-19 testing locations across West Virginia has been launched on the state’s COVID-19 website.
Users can filter the map by type of testing site, including daily testing events, recurring testing events, and pharmacy testing locations.
Each location is marked on the map with a pin. After finding a testing location nearby, users are able to click on the pin for more information about that particular testing site, including the specific location and timeframe during which testing will be held.
Across West Virginia, 51 counties have free testing events scheduled for the near future through the Governor’s Aggressive Testing initiative.
This testing is available to all residents, including asymptomatic individuals. Proof of insurance is not required. Attendees should bring identification, such as a driver’s license or proof of address, to help in returning test results. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Gov. Justice also offered a reminder that, as part of his administration’s efforts to expand free COVID-19 testing throughout West Virginia, the State is now partnering with Walgreens and West Virginia-based company Fruth Pharmacy to offer dozens of new free testing sites at several of their pharmacy drive-thrus.
Pre-registration is required for pharmacy drive-thru testing.
Additionally Monday, Gov. Justice reported that there are now 140 active inmate cases across eight facilities within the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) system, including 54 at the Denmar Correctional Center, 40 at the Northern Correctional Facility and regional jail, 22 at the Pruntytown Correctional Center, and 18 at the Parkersburg Correctional Center. The affected facilities have locked down to eliminate inmate movement, they have limited staff movement to deter contact spread, and they continue to quarantine and medically isolate inmates as appropriate.
There are also 57 active staff cases across the DCR system.
Autopsy results have also confirmed a fourth COVID-19-related inmate death. A 54-year-old Mount Olive inmate, who had several underlying health conditions, died at an outside hospital on Sept. 17.
West Virginia now has 21 active church-related outbreaks across 15 counties: Berkeley, Cabell, Fayette, Harrison, Jackson, Kanawha, Logan, Marion, Mingo, Monroe, Raleigh, Taylor, Wayne, Wood, and Wyoming counties. These outbreaks account for a total of 347 cases, up from 302 last Wednesday.
There are now 111 outbreaks in long-term care facilities across the state, up from 101 such outbreaks as of last Wednesday.
The Governor also reported that, per the West Virginia Department of Education, there are 24 active outbreaks in public schools across the state. These outbreaks account for 106 confirmed cases.
REVIEW OF LATEST DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SATURDAY MAP UPDATE
Also on Monday, Gov. Justice reviewed this past Saturday’s 5 p.m. West Virginia Department of Education color-coded School Alert System map update, which determines the level of scholastic, athletic, and extracurricular activities permitted in each county for the following week.
Results of the update on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, were updated on Monday, Nov. 30, 2020, to account for several counties turning Red. The latest School Alert System map designations are as follows:
Red counties: 8 (Grant, Marshall, Mason, Mineral, Ohio, Ritchie, Wirt, Wyoming)
Orange counties: 14 (Berkeley, Boone, Brooke, Doddridge, Hampshire, Hardy, Harrison, Jefferson, Mingo, Pocahontas, Putnam, Taylor, Wayne, Wood)
Gold counties: 7 (Barbour, Cabell, Hancock, Morgan, Preston, *Upshur, Wetzel)
Yellow counties: 13 (Calhoun, Fayette, Greenbrier, Jackson, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marion, McDowell, Monroe, Nicholas, Pleasants, Raleigh, Tyler)
Green counties: 13 (Braxton, Clay, Gilmer, Lewis, Logan, Mercer, Monongalia, Pendleton, Randolph, Roane, Summers, Tucker, Webster)
(*=Upshur County decided to move to full remote learning and voluntarily enter into the Red designation, despite qualifying in the Gold category)
State health leaders who make up the COVID-19 Data Review Panel verified the data to ensure the map was a true indication of the safety level in each county.
WEST VIRGINIA BLACK BEARS SELECTED AS FOUNDING MEMBER OF MLB DRAFT LEAGUE
Additionally Monday, Gov. Justice took time out of his remarks on COVID-19 to celebrate today’s announcement that the West Virginia Black Bears have been selected as one of the five teams to be a founding member of the new “Major League Baseball Draft League.”
This new league will be sanctioned by MLB and operated by Prep Baseball Report, one of the country’s biggest and most respected amateur scouting services.
Each season, the Black Bears’ roster will be filled with draft-eligible collegiate players, projected as premium selections in that year’s MLB Draft, ensuring Black Bears fans will continue to enjoy high-quality baseball action to go along with the team’s popular fan-friendly, fun ballpark experience.
“I am truly excited to hear that the Black Bears will continue in Morgantown as a member of the Major League Baseball Draft League,” Gov. Justice said. “The Black Bears are an important part of the North Central West Virginia economy and their entire community.
“Ever since it was rumored that MLB was considering downsizing, I worked constantly to ensure our teams would continue playing in West Virginia and had multiple conversations with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and his staff,” Gov. Justice continued. “I am grateful to Major League Baseball for their commitment to our state, and their recognition of baseball’s importance to Almost Heaven, West Virginia.”
CITIES/COUNTIES GRANT FUNDING: OVER $193 MILLION HAS NOW BEEN AWARDED
Also today, Gov. Justice provided an update on cities and counties throughout West Virginia applying for funds through the federal CARES Act, reporting that more than $193 million has now been awarded all across the state.
A web portal is available for city and county government officials to apply. Interested parties can also call the helpline: 1-833-94-GRANT.
Each of the recipients of CARES Act funding, along with grant amounts, are now available to view through the West Virginia State Auditor’s Office COVID-19 transparency website.
FLU VACCINE REMINDER
Once again today, Gov. Justice took time out of his remarks on COVID-19 to remind and encourage all West Virginians to get their flu vaccine.
According to health officials, everyone 6 months and older should receive this vaccine.
Locate a flu vaccine near you through the DHHR website.
Click here to view all Executive Orders and other actions taken by Gov. Justice to combat the spread of COVID-19 in West Virginia.
For more information about COVID-19 prevention and more, call the State’s toll-free hotline at 1-800-887-4304 or visit Coronavirus.wv.gov.

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Treasury Holdings to appeal High Court ruling
TREASURY Holdings is to appeal against a decision of the High Court to reject its legal challenge against the National Asset Management Agency (NAMA).
It is challenging a decision by NAMA to appoint receivers to certain assets without consultation.
In a narrow victory for NAMA the judge said the agency designed to purge the banks of developer loans had not acted fairly before sending receivers to take control of property assets worth hundreds of millions.
However, Treasury Holdings had already signed away key rights when it made a “standstill agreement” with NAMA in January this year, the judge found.
Under that deal Treasury said it would not to oppose the appointment of receivers by NAMA, if the agency gave Treasury 14 days to find a new investor.
Despite handing victory in the case to NAMA Justice Mary Finlay Geoghegan said the state agency breached its obligations to act fairly and reasonably before taking the decision to send in receivers, and did not considering the fact there were investors willing to buy loans held by NAMA.
However, she ultimately found in favour of NAMA, because of the terms of the standstill agreement.

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Leave car in neutral or park. Let engine warm up and continue to run throughout operation unless vehicle’s owner’s manual says otherwise. (Be aware that some automatic transmission fluid levels are checked with the engine off.
What is the proper way to check transmission fluid?
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, replace it slowly, and then pull it back out. Check the fluid level—how high the fluid comes up on the dipstick—against the “full” and “low” or “fill” marks on the dipstick. The color of transmission fluid can tell you a lot about the health of your car’s transmission.
Do you check transmission fluid when car is running?
Turn on your car, leaving it in park, and let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up. Transmission fluid expands in heat and in order to receive accurate results, it must be under normal operating conditions. If the fluid is checked when the engine is cold, you may get false results indicating the fluid is low.
Does transmission fluid circulate in park?
The pump is driven by the torque converter which is turning any time the engine is running, so yes, you have transmission fluid flow through the transmission. The only difference between neutral and Park is the parking pawl is engaged while in Park.
What are the symptoms of low transmission fluid?
Signs of Low Transmission Fluid
- Noises. If your transmission is working properly, you shouldn’t hear any noise while you’re driving as it should transition smoothly. …
- Burning Smell. Any foul smell coming from your car should direct you to your nearest service center. …
- Transmission Leaks. …
- Slipping Gears.
How long should I let my car run before checking the transmission fluid?
Let it run for a few minutes to get the juices flowing. If you are checking a Honda, you will need to turn off the engine after it has warmed up, at which point you will have 60-90 seconds to check the fluid. For most other vehicles you car needs to keep running.
What happens if you drive with low transmission fluid?
Low-quality transmission fluid – or driving without transmission fluid altogether – can cause a number of problems such as transmission failure, gear slipping, a hard time shifting, and a few more issues. … We can let you know if it’s a transmission flush you need or some other form of maintenance.
What happens if you overfill your transmission fluid?
Transmission Fluid Leakage: Adding too much fluid will cause high pressure inside of your transmission. … Reduced Fluid Lubrication: Since the system will foam up, this will affect the ability to lubricate the transmission parts. This can cause wear and tear on your transmission and damage the system in the long run.
Does transmission fluid warm up when idling?
There really isn’t a reason to warm it up, unless you are in extreme sub-zero temps. Letting the engine idle for a couple minutes should do the trick (that is even a hot debate). If you are experiencing trouble shifting when the trans is cold, it could be an indication of upcoming issues, so get it checked out.
Does idling warm up transmission?
So, when it’s extremely cold outside, start the engine, and let it idle for a minute or so before putting it in gear or under load. This allows engine oil and transmission fluid to circulate and lubricate. … The “light load” generated by engaging the torque converter and transmission will expedite the warm-up process.
Should you warm up your car in neutral?
The transmission doesn’t need to be placed in Neutral to warm it up. … Let the engine run long enough for the rpm to come down close to idle speed before placing the transmission in reverse and this will reduce the chances of this occurring.
Is there a warning light for low transmission fluid?
Symptoms of Low Transmission Fluid
There are a few easily identifiable symptoms that you may be running low on transmission fluid including: Warning Lights: You will see a dashboard warning light indicating that your transmission fluid temperature is hotter than normal.
Will check engine light come on if transmission fluid is low?
Low Transmission Fluid
Your transmission fluid plays an important role in keeping the parts of the system lubricated. If the parts of the transmission are not properly lubricated, extreme friction can occur, which could result in damage. As a result, the check engine light can be triggered.


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How to choose pots for our leafy ornamental or flowering ornamental plants for the yard or garden? This is a very interesting issue that poses a great challenge, namely achieving unity. Unity is the most important condition for the creation of a unique and beautiful landscape design of the yard and garden, as well as in the interior landscaping of offices, hotels, homes and restaurants.
When growing plants, there is a huge variety of different types of flower pots.
The flowers and the pots in which you grow them should form a single whole, the pot should look as if it is part of a plant. Combined in this way, flowers and dishes can form incredibly beautiful accents in your yard or garden, and vice versa, if they are not harmoniously connected, they can look out of place and, accordingly, irritate and cause discomfort.
These design tips are strictly individual for everyone. However, the purpose of the garden is to please you, not to follow canons set by someone, but always pay attention to fertilizing with mineral fertilizers for flowers. минерални торове за цветя
Of great importance is not only the size of the container for Plastic container for ornamental plants, but also its shape and the material from which it is made.
Nowadays, there is a huge variety of vessel shapes – right, wrong. In the USA and Japan, the unique shapes made by various famous sculptors are used and are extremely popular at the moment.
Artists sell their creations for indecent amounts, but fortunately many people look for them and buy them. The price of an author’s pot varies from 28 to 50 thousand euros. In most cases, however, this pot is not suitable for vegetation.
Another important part is the material from which the respective vessels are made. Quite a lot of variety again – starting from the many types of metals that exist, the many wood, ceramics and ending with the good old plastic, which is the cheapest and most durable.
There are quite good solutions from a combination of these materials. The combination of wood and plastic and between metal and plastic is most often used, as the plastic in which the plant is inspected is placed in the metal or wooden pot, and thus the hiding of the ugly plastic pot is achieved. Usually different types of inert materials are poured on top – felt, sand, artificial beads and many others.
Undoubtedly, the most important thing is to provide such a container that your plant grows normally. To do this, you must carefully study the requirements of flowers, because they are different for each species. For example, plants with a deep root system (such as most types of roses) prefer deeper pots, others that are shallow do not require such deep pots.
You must also assess the stability of the pot, in landscaping practice there is a rule that the taller a plant, the higher and heavier its pot should be.
And to get a single harmonious whole between the pot and the plant, you should not only consider your own taste, but also your surroundings. It is good to consider the architecture of your house, the shape and overall style of the garden and interior.
Of great importance are the colors, as a plastic container for ornamental plants of flowers and the vessels and their surroundings. In color solutions it is also extremely important to choose them so as to obtain a harmonious whole.
Combinations such as purple, pink and red, for example, are quite difficult to combine, and bright colors such as blue, red, yellow and white combine quite well.
The colors of the dishes are preferably chosen in colors close to those of the finger – beige, terracotta or some neutral colors. The material from which the vessel is made is also quite crucial.


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104 West Partners, a Denver-based firm specializing in communications and PR programs for technology market clients, today announced promotions for two long-standing leaders, naming Alissa Bushnell a partner and promoting Joan Wyly to vice president of operations.
Alissa Bushnell, who heads media relations and strategy for 104 West, will assume a broader role in driving client service, supervising overall strategic media relations direction across 104 West’s client base, and continuing to serve as a senior client counselor and mentor to the staff.
Bushnell has deep experience in the tech industry. She led the agency team that first publicized one of the first major worm virus outbreaks and did communications for the seminal maker movement event, Maker Faire. Bushnell has been with 104 West since 2012 and joins the partnership that already includes Brian Mast and 104 West Founder and CEO, Patrick Ward.
The firm also promoted Joan Wyly to the new position of vice president of Operations, where she will take on a larger strategic role in managing day-to-day processes of the company. She’s served as the HR and operations lead since 2015 and offers over a decade of experience working for rapidly growing design, social analytics and public relations agencies.
In addition to new promotions, 104 West announced it won three Hermes Awards this spring, which highlight excellence in messaging, market communications and media relations. The firm received:
- A Platinum award for the campaign launching Two Bit Circus’ first Micro-Amusement Park™
- A Platinum award for a communications and marketing campaign for Magisto, highlighting a growing digital video market strategy for B2B
- A Gold award for Two Bit Circus’ online placement, “Two Bit Circus will bring an indoor game-focused theme park to downtown Los Angeles” in the Los Angeles Times
“In our 16-year history, we have had the good fortune to work with wonderful colleagues and clients,” said Patrick Ward, 104 West CEO. “These promotions reflect both the growth of the firm and the talent of these professionals; and the awards, and those we have received over the years, represent the great work our clients allow us to do.”
104 West was named a finalist in PR Week’s 2019 Boutique Agency of the Year award.
About 104 West Partners
104 West Partners is a public relations firm specializing in breakthrough communications strategies. The firm collaborates with companies in all stages of maturity to position their ideas, products and services for maximum exposure, actively connecting brands with the communities they serve. The firm has worked with global clients such as Cisco and Twitter, as well as helped launch companies, including Mojo Vision, developers of Invisible Computing technology, and Two Bit Circus, creators of the world’s first Micro-Amusement Park™.
104 West’s offerings, which are designed to achieve measurable results, include a range of strategic services, public relations programming, digital marketing support, and engaging social media campaigns, featuring its proprietary Content Delivery Optimization™ methodology. These efforts have garnered awards and recognitions from groups such as PR Week, Hubspot, Business Insider, among others.
Connect with 104 West via Twitter @104West or visit http://104west.com/.


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A world map I made in Photoshop for a project. The only thing that's not noted on the map is the smaller islands and tiny countries, and some provinces of other countries, most notably the islands beneath the Dominican Republic which are so mixed up it's insane.
The Photoshop document has a few layers - the text, the compass rose, the lines and dots, then the border lines and finally the background textures. If you don't have photoshop, the preview image here is a full quality jpeg, this is pretty much how big the picture was made at
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- Community and stakeholder feedback will help inform the review of the State Aviation Strategy
- State Government is focused on improving the availability of affordable airfares in regional WA
The State Government's implementation of the actions arising from the regional airfares inquiry is continuing throughout 2019.
The main focus of the State Government in this review is on the price of airfares on unregulated air routes in Western Australia, which will be explored and assessed as part of the review of the State Aviation Strategy.
Through March/April, Department of Transport representatives will visit the towns of the nine unregulated air routes (Broome, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Kununurra, Newman, Paraburdoo, Port Hedland and Onslow) to meet with specific stakeholders and offer community information drop-in opportunities.
Further to the community and stakeholder consultation, the Department of Transport has commenced the collection of more detailed data on unregulated air routes, and independent surveys will also be conducted on each Regular Public Transport air route to collect data and information to better understand the challenges and assess the prevailing market dynamics associated with regional airfares.
The collection of feedback and data will help inform the content and recommendations in the draft State Aviation Strategy that will be released for public comment in late 2019.
More affordable airfares into regional Western Australian towns have already started occurring through collaboration between airlines, airports, mining companies, State and local governments. This collaboration will be central to achieving more affordable airfares on more air routes into the future. Ongoing stakeholder engagement is central to this collaborative approach.
For updates on the review of the State Aviation Strategy and the community drop-ins, visit https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/airfares
Comments attributed to Transport Minister Rita Saffioti:
"Feedback and information collected from community members, airlines, local governments, airport owners and industry will build on the previous engagement and excellent work from the Parliamentary Inquiry into Regional Airfares.
"A revised draft State Aviation Strategy will be released for public comment in late 2019, which will incorporate key findings from the research, data collected and stakeholder and community engagement.
"The State Government continues to work collaboratively with airlines, airports, mining companies and local governments to pursue innovative opportunities to help find ways to reduce airfares on regional air routes, in addition to reviewing the State Aviation Strategy.
"As a result of this collaboration and innovation, community fares are now offered on all regulated routes in WA including Albany, Esperance, Monkey Mia and Carnarvon air routes."
Minister's office - 6552 5500

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The New York-based hemp brand Empire CBD recently announced it’s closing its six locations for good by April of 2022. According to Empire CBD’s founder Yardley Burgess, New York’s ever-changing hemp laws were the key reason he decided to close up shop this year.
Before announcing this recent closure, Empire CBD had six locations throughout Central New York. Currently, Yardley Burgess is only keeping his shop in the Destiny USA Mall in Syracuse open till he runs out of products. He expects Empire CBD will close in the first week of April.
On Empire CBD’s official website, Burgess says he got into the hemp business to help others feel the benefits he experienced with CBD oil. However, as Burgess tried to expand his hemp brand, he expressed frustration dealing with New York’s constantly changing cannabis laws.
Specifically, Burgess said he faced numerous challenges trying to sell CBD oils that farmers didn’t produce in New York State. Technically, all hemp-derived products sold within New York’s borders need to be grown and manufactured in the Empire State.
Burgess has also expressed frustration with New York’s restrictions on hemp-derived THC products. In particular, New York officials targeted businesses like Empire CBD for selling delta-8 THC vape carts, flowers, and edibles.
Once Burgess finishes closing Empire CBD, he says he would like to apply for a recreational cannabis permit. New York legalized recreational pot in 2021, but it has yet to roll out its official dispensary program. Recent reports suggest New Yorkers won’t be able to sell or buy legal weed till late 2022 or early 2023.
Wait, So Is Hemp Illegal In New York State?
CBD oil should be legal in New York. Both federal and state laws claim CBD products with ≤ 0.3 percent THC are OK for adults. However, there have been many instances where New York officials targeted CBD products — especially those produced out-of-state.
Famously, the NYPD led a raid on multiple CBD businesses in NYC in the summer of 2019. Officers seized dozens ofCBD-infused edibles from restaurants and hemp shops throughout the Big Apple. Referencing the FDA’s guidelines on hemp, New York officials claimed it’s still illegal to use CBD as a food additive.
While things may have cooled down since 2019, stories like Empire CBD’s closure suggest New York’s hemp policies remain unclear. The Empire State is also known for restricting access to hemp-derived delta-8 and delta-10 products.
Many people involved in the hemp industry are hopeful New York’s recreational cannabis program will clear away the current confusion in this emerging market. Once the state puts forward clear guidelines on operating a legal dispensary, it could get easier for hemp shop owners to know how to work in the state.
Until then, customers and hemp shop owners need to pay careful attention to any upcoming changes to the state’s hemp policy. Although CBD and delta-8 are technically legal under federal law, New York has been known to revise its stance multiple times.
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The goal behind the 2018 US Farm Bill was to set up guidelines for hemp legislation. Although it’s clear how the federal government views hemp, hemp shoppers still have many questions at the state level. As this New York story reveals, the laws on CBD and delta-8 aren’t “set in stone.”
Anyone involved in the hemp market has to keep abreast of the latest changes in this evolving industry. To stay informed on CBD and delta-8 legality, we’d strongly encourage you to keep tabs on Real Tested CBD. Our team of hemp experts frequently posts timely articles and reviews to help you understand the current state of the hemp market.
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More smashed windows across Lafayette
LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Lafayette residents reported at least 21 acts of vandalism across the city on Monday, according to police records.
The news followed a series of incidents involving vandals striking across Lafayette, Tippecanoe County and into Clinton County. The use of glass or ceramic marbles appeared to be a common element among many of the previous incidents.
The acts reported on Monday spread across much of Lafayette, but a couple streets got the worst of it. South 12th Street, South Sixth Street, Atlas Drive and Kensal Court each had two incidents listed on police records. Four incidents were reported on State Road 38 East.
Police are providing extra patrols in the affected areas, Lt. Jay Rosen said.
Anyone with information about the incidents should call the We Tip Hotline at 800-782-7463, or the Lafayette police at 765-807-1200.
Contact J&C city and county government reporter Jeremy Ervin at 765-420-5393. Follow him on Twitter @ErvinJeremy.


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Our Homeless Deserve Better
From: La Verne H., Columbia, MO
"Our Homeless Deserve Better" is my self published book concerning how the needs of the homeless should be addressed.
My book acknowledges that the homeless population is made up of different categories of homelessness, yet their situations can be addressed under one roof. That roof is called the "Homeless Project".
I will send you a copy of my book upon request.

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Banishing Blemishes | Ultimate Guide to Get Rid of Face Blemishes
What exactly is a blemish?
This is a difficult term to define because it can apply to so many types of imperfections on the skin - we just know we’d prefer to minimize blemishes!
A blemish really refers to any type of mark on the skin - it could mean a pimple, a mole, a dark spot, or a skin tag. Because there are so many kinds of blemishes, there’s not one root cause for each kind - some are environmental, some are congenital (you’re born with them), and some develop over time from environmental or other causes.
The majority of blemishes are harmless, but since they’re on the face, many people choose to take steps to eliminate them. Some blemishes have a more sinister root cause, like skin cancer; these are far more rare and necessitate medical intervention.
The most important step in treating blemishes is to understand what types you’re most prone to developing; once you identify the blemish, you can take steps to treat and prevent them in the future.
What are the different types of blemishes?
We will review some various types of blemishes below; many are familiar, but some may be new to you if you’ve never experienced them before.
Acne: Caused by an overproduction of oil, often tied to hormonal fluctuations (that’s why we suffer most as teens or during menstrual cycles). Some different kinds of acne include:
Whiteheads - Clogged pores that have a white appearance at the surface.
Blackheads - those little plugs of dark sebum that are sooooo tempting to pop.
Papules - Hard bumps on the skin, usually very small and often red in color. These are the result of the material present in blackheads and whiteheads traveling deeper under the skin’s surface.
Pustules - These are a lot like papules but contain pus that is generally white or yellow (like in a whitehead). Again, these are a result of dead skin, bacteria, and sebum (oil) getting underneath the skin’s surface and causing an infection.
Nodules - When a pore gets clogged, a nodule can form; these are larger blemishes that, once again, are made of excess oil and dead skin and lead to inflammation and sometimes infection. These blemishes are known to cause scarring.
Acne Cysts - Another scarring risk, cysts form when the lining in a pore is damaged and bacteria and oil spread to the skin around it. A membrane forms around the blemish, creating the cyst.
Age Spots: Also referred to as sun spots because they’re often the result of repeated exposure to the sun over the course of a lifetime, age spots are a type of hyperpigmentation, a condition we’ll explore more below.
Birthmarks: These appear at birth or sometime shortly after; some are permanent and others fade over time. They can be flat or raised and can vary vastly in size; a port wine stain can cover entire swaths of skin, or be a tiny pinpoint of thickened pigmentation.
Some appear as red or brown stains, but they can even be blue in appearance, in addition to tan, pink, etc. Though their formation isn’t completely understood, they’re thought to be due to factors like blood vessel malformation, cell clumping, or cell overgrowth.
What causes Blemishes?
There can be many different reasons for blemishes, few are listed below:
Skin Cancer: Few, but some, blemishes can be skin cancers. Look for signs and seek medical treatment immediately if a new mole appears or becomes irregular in shape, grows rapidly, or itches or bleeds.
Cold Sores: Cold sores form around the mouth because of the herpes simplex virus; they’re often painful and fluid-filled, and they’re extremely contagious, so contact should be avoided during a breakout.
Freckles: Appearing anywhere on the body, these flat pigmentations can be inherited, but they can also be the result of sun damage.
Hyperpigmentation: Any spot darker than the rest of the skin that can’t be identified as another specific type of blemish can be referred to as hyperpigmentation, an excess of color in the area.
Ingrown Hair: When a hair doesn’t properly emerge from the follicle but instead grows back into the skin, it creates a blemish known as an ingrown hair.
Melasma: Also referred to as the mask of pregnancy, this is a form of hyperpigmentation that develops from hormonal shifts that increase the production of melanin, or pigmentation, in the skin.
At-home Treatment for the Most Common Types of Blemishes
Many blemishes don’t require treatment; freckles and moles are often referred to as beauty marks and are unique and beautiful features beloved by bearer and observer alike. Others will not fade or disappear without intervention. Some should always be treated by a physician (looking at you, big C), but most can be dealt with at home.
The type of blemish will, of course, determine the proper course of treatment, if any. We’ll concentrate below on the blemishes that can be easily treated at home.
Skincare Routine: The best defense is a good offense! Thoroughly cleanse your skin morning and night, and use a toner. Apply a targeted serum based on your identified needs. Finish with moisturizer and always use sunscreen. Exfoliate once a week.
Eat Well. Your diet can have a huge effect on the health of your skin! Get your 5-7 servings of fruits and veggies daily, and avoid excess sugar, oil, and dairy, which can be inflammatory.
Sleep Better. Get your 8 hours, and try sleeping on your back for wrinkle prevention. Drink water instead of alcohol to improve your sleep and your skin!
Reduce Stress. Cortisol levels and hormonal fluctuations are some of the biggest offenders with regard to blemishes - practice self-care to reduce your overall stress levels.
Exercise. Exercise makes you feel better, and it also flushes toxins from the skin as you sweat.
Topical creams like benzoyl peroxide, manual and chemical exfoliants, and salicylic acid are among the easiest treatments to try first. Keeping the skin clean can also help, along with retinoids and medications for the most stubborn cases.
Always shave in the direction that the hair grows, and exfoliate before you begin. Try using a shave gel and a fresh razor.
Home Remedy For Blemishes
These are some tried and true home remedies for common skin ailments - take them with a grain of salt!
Aloe Vera: can help new skin cells grow, and astringent tomato juice, packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, is also rumored to help. Egg whites and lemon juice can be used as lighteners and brighteners - other compounds that perform the same functions are yogurt, baking soda, honey, and apple cider vinegar.
BelleCote Esthetician Advice: wipe your breaking out area or single pimple, cyst acne with Azelaic Toner, then with a Q-tip put a spot treatment on your pimple Drying Lotion. It will kill bacteria inside your pimple overnight.
Also use Azelaic Toner for ingrown hair. It exfoliates the skin around and makes your ingrown away.
Blemishes are any mark or imperfection on the skin; most are harmless, but many people prefer to reduce the number of blemishes on their skin. If you’re dealing with a blemish that you cannot identify, see a doctor! If you know what you’re dealing with, try implementing the wellness routine described above, and then choose a more targeted treatment for your specific problem.
Banishing Blemishes with BelleCôte
1. Every morning and night use Marine Volcanic Mud Cleanser for Oily/Combination skin with blemishes to heal and repair the skin.
2. After cleansing, apply Azelaic Toner to control breakouts, fight acne-causing bacteria and lightly exfoliate the skin. If you have sensitive skin, dilute the toner with water.
3. Apply Drying Lotion, a spot treatment, every night to treat individual blemishes.
4. Use Vitamin C-3 Serum every morning to reduce blemish and acne-related inflammation and hyperpigmentation, and treat acne scars. We love BelleCôte Paris Vitamin C-3 Serum Booster, which boasts a unique formulation of green algae and black currant extract, plus other antioxidants that combine to bring deep healing properties to the skin.
5. Apply Mineral Double Sun Protection Cream SPF 30 every day as sun exposure is a foe to acne and blemishes. Designed with Zinc Oxide for acne-prone skin our non-comedogenic formulation with a matte finish protects from sun exposure without compromising your skin barrier.

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Reno police: Boy on motorized mini-bike killed in collision
RENO, Nev. (AP) — Reno police say a 14-year-old boy died Saturday of injuries suffered when his motorized mini-bike collided with another vehicle at an intersection.
Police said the minibike failed to stop at a stop sign Friday and that the other vehicle had the right of way in the intersection.
According to police, there was no indication that alcohol was a factor and that witnesses at the scene said the boy had been riding recklessly that evening.
His identity wasn’t released.


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Well, I'm not sure
I installed a old Debian etch in the PC and after that I make the dist-upgrade to sid branch.
Apparently the upgrade was successful, but the mouse and kbd did not make nothing in the login.
I download a new lenny CD to try the installation with a most recent brunch. I don't know what is happen
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Am Montag, 11. Mai 2009 schrieb Guan de dio:
> Today I was install Debian in a friend's PC.
> What is my surprise when after make a dist-upgrade to sid branch in
> the login screen the mouse and keyboard are dead.
Can you make sure this is not connected to the recent X11 upgrades? The newest packages remove the former -mouse and -kbd package to replace them with xserver-xorg-input-evdev.


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A 14,000-year-old thigh bone suggests a mysterious prehistoric humanoid species may have lived alongside humans in southwest China.
The thigh bone is small like the primitive species Homo habilis, with a narrow shaft, and thin outer layer, but the walls of the shaft are reinforced in high-stress areas and the primary flexor muscle is very large and faces backwards, researchers said.
The Maludong humanoid likely weighed about 110 pounds, which is considered very small by pre-modern and Ice Age human standards.
“The find hints at the possibility a pre-modern species may have overlapped in time with modern humans on mainland East Asia, but the case needs to be built up slowly with more bone discoveries,” said study co-author Darren Curnoe, of the University of New South Wales.
The team announced their Red Deer Cave discovery in 2012, sparking controversy and speculation that the bones could represent an unknown new species.
Other scientists wondered if the remains were from a very early type of modern humans, which migrated to that part of China more than 100,000 years ago.
Scientists generally believed that Neanderthals and Denisovans, the youngest pre-modern humans on mainland Eurasia, had died out about 40,000 years ago -- after anatomically modern Homo sapiens arrived.
The research team first published their findings about skull bones discovered in the cave because they believed those would be more revealing, and they found in another journal article that the skull came from a a hybrid between modern Homo sapiens and some unknown species.
They said the femur bone may have come from that unknown species.
"Their anatomy was nothing like we'd seen before in modern humans, whether they lived 200,000 or 200 years ago," said Darren Curnoe, co-author of the study. "They were truly unique and a real mystery to us and many of our colleagues."
The fossil suggests that species may have survived alongside modern Homo sapiens much later than previously believed in the biogeographically diverse region -- and researchers said the finding hints at the possibility that other pre-modern groups survived there, as well.
"If we're correct, then either there were archaic humans still around at that time in southwest China who interbred with modern humans, or their hybrid features persisted longer after interbreeding occurred because of isolation and perhaps through the action of natural selection or genetic drift," Curnoe said.
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Diels, Otto Paul Hermann
Diels, Otto Paul Hermann
(b. Hamburg, Germany, 23 January 1876; d. Kiel, Germany, 7 March 1954)
Diels’s father, Hermann, was professor of classical philology at the University of Berlin; his brother Paul, professor of Slavic philology at Breslau; and his brother Ludwig, professor of botany at Berlin. His mother, the former Bertha Dübell, was the daughter of a district judge.
As a student, Diels, with his brother Ludwig, eagerly conducted chemical experiments. He studied chemistry in Berlin from 1895 to 1899 and in 1899 obtained the Ph.D., magna cum laude, with a dissertation entitled “Zur Kenntnis der Cyanverbindungen.” From 1899 he studied under Emil Fischer and served as his assistant until he became a lecturer in 1904. He became department head in 1913 and in 1914 was appointed associate professor at the Chemical Institute of the Royal Friedrich Wilhelm (now Humboldt) University. In 1916 Diels accepted an invitation from Christian Albrecht University, Kiel, where he served as full professor and director of the Chemical Institute until his final retirement in October 1948.
Diels recorded his personal memories in a manuscript entitled “Werden und Wirken eines Chemieprofessors,” as well as in an illustrated diary (Diels was a weekend painter) which has been reviewed in detail by Sigurd Olsen. Diels was considered somewhat reserved, yet possessed of a good sense of humor. He was honest, sensitive, an outstanding educator, and a devoted family man. Diels was married in 1909 and had three sons, and two daughters. Toward the end of World War II two of his sons were killed at the eastern front, and air raids completely destroyed the Chemical Institute, the library, and his home. Since there was no possibility of carrying on his work and he was suffering from the general privations, Diels filed for retirement in September 1944, to be effective in March 1945. Nevertheless, in 1946 he agreed to resume the directorship of the Chemical Institute, and at the age of seventy he started anew, under the most primitive conditions in makeshift quarters.
Emil Fischer, Diels’s teacher, ended a period of chemistry that Willstätter called the age of simple methods and direct observation. During Diels’s time the importance of theoretical chemistry, physicochemical measuring methods, complicated experiments, and teamwork grew to such an extent that in some instances chemical research lost a little of its immediacy.
Diels’s work, which was in the field of pure organic chemistry with no significant digressions into biochemistry or into physical chemistry, reveals an outstanding experimenter with original and bold ideas. His Einführung in die organische Chemie (1907), which went through nineteen editions by 1962, has a clarity and a precision that have made it one of the most popular textbooks in the field. Diels’s lectures, accompanied by experiments, were outstanding and were enthusiastically received by his students.
In 1906 Diels obtained carbon suboxide by dehydrating malonic acid and investigated its properties. In the same year, with E. Abderhalden, he began his research on cholesterol, the structure of which had not yet been determined. He isolated pure cholesterol from gallstones and converted it into “Diels’s acid” through cleavage by oxidation. Meanwhile, Windaus had proposed a formula for cholesterol that did not agree with more recent observations. As a result, Diels decided first to establish the aromatic basic structure of cholesterol. Dehydration of cholesterol with sulfur was unsuccessful. Selenium was used next, and in 1927 it yielded a twofold success (Fig. 1): a new, milder, and very effective dehydrating agent had been
discovered; Diels had obtained the aromatic basic structure he had been looking for—3′ methyl-l,2 cyclopentenophenanthrene, the structure of which was clarified by Robert Harper, Kon, and Leopold Ruzicka in 1934.
This “Diels hydrocarbon,” C18Hl6, the identity of which with the corresponding synthetic product was demonstrated by Diels in 1935, proved to be the basic substance and structure of a number of very important natural products for the chemistry of natural substances. The investigation of these substances corresponded in importance to the discovery of the benzene ring for organic chemistry. The structure and behavior of the sex hormones, the saponins, the cardiac glycosides (digitoxin, strophanthin, etc.), the D vitamins, toad “venom,” bile pigments, adrenal-cortex hormones (cortisone), and similar substances could now be clarified.
With Kurt Alder, Diels developed over a period of twenty-two years the diene synthesis, which came to occupy a key position in the theory and practice of organic chemistry. It also yielded new facts concerning the three-dimensional isomerism of the carbon compounds. Starting with Thiele’s 1, 4-addition theorem and the knowledge of the additive power of azo esters, Diels and Alder attempted in 1928 to combine maleic anhydride with cyclopentadiene (Fig. 2). The dienes (compounds with conjugated carbon double bonds) united with philodienes (compounds with an ethylene radical flanked by carbonyl or carboxyl groups) to form ring-shaped structures. This type of synthesis is not only extraordinarily diverse but also occurs spontaneously
even at room temperature, and in general with good yields, without the use of condensing agents and catalysts. The diene system opens at positions 1 and 4, and the terminal carbons are located at the double bonds of the philodienes.
Diels published thirty-three papers on the practical applications of this new method of synthesis. Windaus, in the field of steroids, used it for the separation of ergosterol and its irradiation products. In a series of important terpenes, such as camphor, dl-santene, butadiene, and α-phellandrene, the structure could be confirmed by synthesis, since these substances are composed of isoprene residues, the building blocks of the diene structure. Also, great progress could be made in the synthesis of heterocyclics.
In 1904 Diels participated in the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis and received a gold medal for his exhibit. During the academic year 1925–1926 he served as rector magnificus of the University of Kiel. His inaugural address was entitled “Über die Bedeutung von Zufall und Instinkt bei grossen chemischen Entdeckungen.” In 1931 the Society of German Chemists awarded Diels the Adolf von Baeyer Memorial Medal, and in 1946 the Medical Faculty of Christian Albrecht University awarded him an honorary doctorate. Diels was a member of the academies of sciences of Göttingen and Halle (Leopoldina) as well as the Bavarian Academy of Sciences. In 1950 he and his pupil Kurt Alder shared the Nobel Prize in chemistry for the development of the diene synthesis. In his Nobel address, “Darstellung und Bedeutung des aromatischen Grundskeletts der Steroide,” Diels compared his research on cholesterol with his work in diene synthesis.
Diels’s writings include “Über das Kohlensuboxyd I,” in Berichte der Deutschen chemischen Gesellschaft, 39 (1906), 689, written with B. Wolf; Einführung in die organische Chemie (Leipzig, 1907; 19th ed., Weinheim, 1962): “Über die Bildung von Chrysen bei der Dehydrierung des Cholesterins,” in Berichte der Deutschen chemischen Gesellschaft, 60 (1927), 140, written with W. Gädke; “Über Dehydrierungen mit Selen (II. Mitteil),” ibid., 2323, written with A. Karstens; “Synthesen in der hydroaromatischen Reihe, I. Mitteilung, Anlagerungen von ‘Dien’-kohlenwasserstoffen,” in Justus Liebigs Annalen der Chemie, no.460 (1928), 98, written with K. Alder; “Die Dien-Synthesen, ein ideales Aufbauprinzip organischer Stoffe. (Vortrag zum 100. Geburtstag von A. Kekulé),” in Zeitschrift für angewandte Chemie, 42 (1929). 911; “‘Dien-Synthesen’ als Aufbauprinzip und Hilfsmittel organisch-chemischer Forschung,” in Jaarboekie van de Natuur-Philosofische Facueitsvereniging (Groningen, 1934); “Über organischchemischer Entdeckungen und ihre Bedeutung für Gegenwart und Zukunft,” in Chemikerzeitung, 61 (1937), 7; “Bedeutung der Diensynthese für Bildung, Aufbau und Erforschung von Naturstoffen,” in Fortschritte der Chemie organischer Naturstoffe, 3 (1939), 1; “Mein Beitrag zur Aufklärung des Sterinproblems,” an address summarized in Angewandte Chemie, 60 (1948). 78; and “Darstellung und Bedeutung des aromatischen Grundskeletts der Steroide, Nobelvortrag,” in Les Prix Nobel en 1950 (Stockholm, 1950).
A secondary source is Sigurd Olsen, “Otto Diels,” in Chemische Berichte, 95 , no. 2 (1962), v-xlvi, with bibliography and photographs.
Otto Paul Hermann Diels
Otto Paul Hermann Diels
The German organic chemist Otto Paul Hermann Diels (1876-1954) discovered a technique of atomic combination which led to the synthesis of an important group of organic compounds.
Hermann Diels was born in Hamburg on Jan. 23, 1876. After studying chemistry at the University of Berlin he was awarded a doctoral degree in 1899. In that year he joined the faculty as assistant professor and became associate professor in 1914. He became professor of chemistry at the University of Kiel in 1916 and held this position until his retirement in 1948.
In his early work at Berlin, Diels discovered carbon suboxide (1906) and investigated its properties. The compound was important because of its high degree of reactivity and because its chemical structure provided important information as to the composition of other oxides of the carbon atom. However, Diels's most important work was done at Kiel, where he was assisted by Kurt Alder. Together they were able to work out the technique of a new atomic combination.
The now famous Diels-Alder reaction involved a diene synthesis. In this reaction there appeared a new molecular structure, one which hitherto had not been recognized. It consisted of what came to be identified as a conjugated diene, that is, an organic substance containing two double-bonded carbon atoms in a ring compound. The first experiments showed that the compound butadiene would react vigorously with maleic anhydride to produce a six-membered ring compound, and further experimentation showed that the simple dienes, such as butadiene, could be changed into cyclic dienes, which, in turn, could be used as the bases for a new group of organic compounds.
One of the most remarkable aspects of the Diels-Alder reaction was the lack of a need for reagents, catalysts, or high temperatures and pressures. The process proceeded at a relatively slow pace at temperatures usually associated with animal organisms. The potentiality of the reaction was profound. Diels went on to one synthesis after another, among the most notable being that of the polymerization of the diene isoprene into synthetic rubber. Other investigators produced a whole family of plastics, alkaloids, and polymers from the technique of the Diels-Alder reaction. The synthesis of cortisone was an outcome of this technique. In addition to this work, Diels also investigated cholesterol and bile acids, and the degradation products involved in dehydrogenation brought about by the use of the metal selenium.
Although the new organic products for which Diels was so much responsible may have produced benefits for mankind, it should not be forgotten that one of the most important parts of his research was a new insight into chemical combination and molecular structure. In 1950, in recognition of his many contributions to chemical science, Diels, together with Alder, was awarded the Nobel Prize. Diels died at Kiel on March 7, 1954.
There is virtually nothing in English on the life of Diels. However, for discussions of his scientific achievements, the reader should consult Eduard Farber, Nobel Prize Winners in Chemistry, 1901-1961 (1953; rev. ed. 1963); Aaron J. Ihde, The Development of Modern Chemistry (1964); Nobel Foundation, Chemistry: Nobel Lectures, Including Presentation Speeches and Laureates' Biographies, vol. 3 (1964); and James R. Partington, A History of Chemistry, vol. 4 (1964). □

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Average student loan debt balance of 25-34 borrowers
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25-34 year olds make up the largest cohort of student loan borrowers, totaling up to 14.8 million borrowers in total. The average individual in this age group has a student loan balance of $ 33,817.56, according to statistics from the US Department of Education Q4 2020 data.
While that number is just below what the average student loan borrower of all ages carries ($ 39,351), that’s more than double what the 24-and-under cohort faces (their average balance is $ 14,807.69).
The increase in outstanding debt can be attributed in part to the additional years of interest paid by 25-34 year olds compared to those under 25, as well as additional loans they may have taken out to finance additional studies.
If you’re in the 25-34 age group and have five-figure (or more) debt, you can take comfort in knowing that it’s not too late to get rid of it. Upstream, Select offers you some advice on managing your student loans.
Here’s what student loan borrowers aged 25 to 34 should consider
Your mid-twenties and early thirties mark an important chapter in your adulthood – whether you’re advancing your career or getting married and planning a family – and these are a good times to prioritize a repayment plan for your family. student debt.
For example, as you advance in your career, your salary may allow you to make more than the minimum payment on your monthly student loan bill. As you get married and prepare to start a family, now is the time to focus on reducing your student loan debt before you tackle competing expenses, like a monthly mortgage payment and child care. children.
A way of to pay off your student loans faster is to refinance them through a private lender. Borrowers with good credit can probably get a lower interest rate and also choose their new loan repayment term.
If you have the extra funds to spend more money on paying off your debt, you can shorten your loan term from 10 to five years, for example, or whatever makes sense for your finances and your balance. ready. A shorter time frame would mean higher monthly payments, but with a lower interest rate and shorter loan term, you can speed up debt repayment and save money in the long run.
Select has ranked the best student loan refinance options to help streamline your search. They all offer a wide choice of loan terms and interest rates, charge no application or origination fees, have no prepayment penalties, and offer flexible repayment terms, payment options in the event of a loss. economic hardships and automatic payment interest rate reductions. (See our methodology for more information on how we chose the best student loan refinancing companies.)
We do not recommend that federal student loan borrowers refinance while the payment and interest freeze is in effect, currently until September 30, 2021. Once the federal student loan hiatus is over, think about what federal protections you will lose if you choose to refinance privately. Private student loan borrowers, on the other hand, should consider refinancing if their interest rate is high, especially in this low rate environment.
To determine which student loan refinancing companies are best for borrowers, Select private student loan financing analyzed and compared from national banks, credit unions and online lenders. We’ve refined our ranking by only considering those that offer low student loan refinance rates and prequalification tools that don’t hurt your credit.
While the companies we chose in this article consistently rank among the most competitive interest rates for refinancing, we also compared each company on the following characteristics:
- Wide availability: All of the companies on our list refinance both federal and private student loans, and each offers variable and fixed interest rates as you choose.
- Flexible loan terms: Each company offers a variety of financing options that you can customize based on your monthly budget and how long it takes to pay off your student loan.
- No creation or registration fees: None of the companies on our list charge borrowers an upfront “set-up fee” for refinancing your loan.
- No prepayment penalty: The companies on our list do not charge borrowers for prepayment of loans.
- Simplified application process: We made sure companies offered a fast online application process.
- Co-signer options: Each company on our list allows a co-signer if the direct borrower does not qualify for refinancing on their own.
- Automatic payment discounts: All of the companies listed already calculate automatic payment discounts in their advertised rates.
- Private student loan protections: While you lose the benefits of the Federal Student Loan when you refinance, each company on our list offers some type of protection for borrowers in times of financial difficulty.
- Loan sizes: The above companies refinance loans in a range of sizes, from $ 5,000 to $ 500,000. Each company advertises their respective loan amounts, and completing a pre-approval process can give you an idea of your interest rate and monthly payment.
- Credit / eligibility conditions: We took into consideration the minimum credit scores and income levels required if this information was available.
- Customer service: Each company on our list provides customer service that is available by phone, email, or secure online messaging. We have also opted for lenders who have an online resource center or advice center to help educate you about the student loan refinancing process.
After reviewing the features above, we sorted our recommendations based on overall refinancing needs, having a co-signer, applying with a fair credit score, refinancing parent loans, and medical school loans. .
Note that the rates and fee structures for refinancing private student loans are not guaranteed forever; they are subject to change without notice and they often fluctuate with the Fed rate. Choosing a fixed rate APR when you refinance will ensure that your interest rate and monthly payment will remain consistent throughout the life of the loan.
Your refinance rate depends on your credit rating, income, debt-to-income ratio (DTI), savings, payment history, and overall financial health. To refinance your student loan (s), lenders will conduct a serious credit check and request a full application, which may require proof of income, identity verification, proof of address, etc.
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From the NY Times: Can Health Care Providers Afford to Be Ready for Disaster? Some excerpts:
Despite repeated calls for change, however, and billions of dollars in disaster-related costs for health care providers, federal rules do not require that critical medical institutions make even minimal preparations for major emergencies, from hurricanes, earthquakes and tornadoes to bioterrorist attacks and infectious epidemics such as Ebola and Zika.
“We’ve had way too many circumstances where the results are catastrophic,” said Karl Schmitt, a former division chief for public health preparedness in Illinois and founder of the consulting firm bParati. “Preparedness doesn’t put heads in beds, and if it doesn’t put heads in beds, it doesn’t bring in revenue, so it’s not going to get the C.E.O.’s attention.”
That may soon change. Industry experts are awaiting release of a federal rule that would make emergency preparedness a condition for a wide range of health care institutions to participate in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. More than 68,000 providers would potentially be affected, including hospitals, kidney dialysis centers, psychiatric treatment facilities, home health agencies and organ transplant procurement organizations. Among other steps, providers would be required to conduct regular disaster drills, have plans for maintaining services during power failures and create systems to track and care for displaced patients.

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As the novel coronavirus continues to spread, the evidence for the efficacy of face masks and social-distancing is overwhelming. Stay-at-home orders and social-distancing have helped prevent millions of infections and deaths around the world. Another recent study found that if 80 percent of the population wore face masks, cases of Covid-19 would drop by one-twelfth. Avocado’s face masks are not intended to replace the medical grade N95 masks, but since the disease spreads by respiratory droplets, they are still a barrier that can prevent the spread of Covid-19.
We Must Flatten the Curve
We all must do our part to prevent the spread of coronavirus and save lives. Current projections show that our medical system does not have the personnel, beds, or equipment to care for all who will need medical treatment. That’s why it’s essential to slow the spread of Covid-19 through social distancing and protective equipment. By “flattening the curve,” we can help ensure the infections and hospitalizations occur over a longer period of time and don’t overwhelm our medical system and cause a higher death rate.
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MORE THAN 300,000FACE MASKS MADE
Avocado is proud to be one of the first brands to start making reusable organic face masks. Each mask is handmade, right in our GOTS organic certified factory in Los Angeles. Since we started, we've produced and distributed more than 300,000 individual masks, not including our bulk orders for hospitals, nonprofits and corporations. We are now able to quickly scale our production to meet demand. We are now able to produce up to 10,000 to 15,000 reusable masks each day.
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Our face masks feature a 200 thread-count (100-thread count in two 7-ounce layers, sewn together) of GOTS organic certified cotton canvas, responsibly and ethically sourced from India. It is actually the same durable organic cotton canvas that we use in our award-winning organic mattresses. The organic fabric is dense enough to offer protection and quality filtration, but breathable enough so it can be easily worn during a wide variety of activities. They are GOTS organic certified products.
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Each face mask is sewn by hand in our Los Angeles factory, by our talented Cut & Sew department, which we've partially retooled to meet this urgent need.
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As a Climate Neutral Certified business, we offset more than 100% of our carbon emissions across all scopes of our business. And with our Clean Energy Partner Certification from Arcadia Power®, we are proud to proclaim that 100% of our energy is sourced from wind and solar.
We have evolved our face mask design with subtle updates since the outbreak of Covid-19 to improve fit, coverage and performance, and deliver a customer-requested, filter-ready design. You can find out more information about the design here.
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The CDC's recommendation is to not place cloth face masks on children under the age of two, in order to prevent suffocation.
In 2018, through our partnership with Kula, we helped fund the Liddy Women’s Center in Rwanda. A year later, we donated 20,000 coffee seedlings to 225 coffee farmers in the area. This year, we’re honored to continue our support of the Kula Project, which is dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs, providing business opportunities for coffee farmers and artisans, and creating change for a better future.


The Tennessee Valley Authority safely imploded part of its coal plant in Jackson County on Friday.
Workers used small explosive charges to implode a pair of 500-foot-tall stacks and two boilers at its shuttered Widows Creek Fossil Plant near Stevenson.
TVA plans on recycling the debris. In the next couple of months, TVA will process the metal and concrete to get the location ready for construction.
“TVA cares about the environment, and 100 percent of the metals once used for power production at Widows Creek Fossil Plant will be recycled, with more than 80 percent of the metal going to local recyclers in our seven-state service area,” Bob Deacy, TVA’s senior vice president General Projects & Fleet Services, said.
The facility began generating power in 1952, and produced enough electricity to power more than 1 million homes. However, TVA closed the plant in 2015 as part of the TVA's move to reduce its dependence on coal to make electricity.
So far, the utility has closed five fossil-fuel plants in the last seven years and plans to shut down two more by the end of 2030.
TVA says it plans to use the recently imploded site for economic redevelopment.
“For over 60 years this facility and the dedicated employees who staffed it supplied electricity to power our homes and build our region’s economy,” Deacy said. “Today, the site is home to a large data center and this demolition is an investment in the future, making room for further development opportunities.”


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Good Morning. This is Doug Chabot with the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Forecast on Thursday, April 2nd at 7:00 a.m. Today’s forecast is sponsored by Werner Wealth Management and Uphill Pursuits.
Bridger Bowl is closed and advises against uphill travel which could place first responders at risk. Backcountry conditions exist. There is no avalanche control or ski patrol rescue. Please do not loiter or congregate in the parking lots. The coronavirus likes skiing too.
Number of COVID-19 cases in Gallatin County one week ago: 24
Winter’s grip is strong. Mountain temperatures dropped to the single digits last night with a bitter east to northeast wind averaging 10 mph and gusting to 30 mph. Yesterday morning another 1-2” of snow fell before the storm ended. Today, skies will become partly cloudy, temperatures will rise into the high 20s F and wind will shift to the northwest at 10-20 mph. No snow is expected, just chilly temperatures and a biting east wind.
A large snowstorm ended yesterday morning. Total snowfall was 14-20” that measured 1.5-2” of snow water equivalent (SWE) and created instability throughout our forecast area. Yesterday, avalanches released naturally and a few were human triggered. The full list is here.
- In the Bridger Range many slopes sluffed naturally. One solo skier triggered a large loose-snow avalanche that carried him through trees. He was extremely lucky he wasn’t injured or buried.
- A natural avalanche was seen on Saddle Peak.
- A snowmobiler got a slope to fracture, but not slide, on Buck Ridge in the northern Madison Range.
- Skiers above Quake Lake saw a couple natural avalanches in the new snow from wind-loading.
- Skiers above Hebgen Lake experienced collapsing and poor stability test scores.
All this activity occurred in the upper 2-3 feet of the snowpack on a weak interface of either an ice crust, feathery surface hoar, or small-grained facets. It really doesn’t matter which since they are all a similar depth and unstable. Dave and I found all three in the last week during field trips to Buck Ridge (video), Taylor Fork and Lionhead (video). Yesterday we toured along the Bridger ridge and could easily sluff the new snow which would travel far once it stepped down to the ice crust (video). In a few spots it broke as a soft slab, but did not propagate far. Stability tests are showing this weakness, so dig and test. More than one party kept to low-angled slopes after getting poor test scores.
There has been no new snow since yesterday morning and last night’s wind changed direction from west to east and lessened in speed. East wind is an unusual direction and will drift snow in unusual places. Overall the avalanche danger is less than yesterday, but there is still a strong possibility of triggering slides, most notably on wind-loaded slopes or steep terrain that has not sluffed. Cracking, collapsing and recent avalanche activity are bulls-eye information to avoid a slope, and we had all 3 in the last 24 hours. Do not let clearing skies and fresh powder give you a false sense the world is peachy. It is not.
For today, throughout our forecast area, the avalanche danger is rated MODERATE on all slopes.
Sunshine may dampen the snow surface, but wet avalanche activity is unlikely given the cold air temperatures.
We are ending daily avalanche forecasts this Sunday, April 5th and will post general weather and avalanche bulletins every Monday and Friday through April. Continue to send us your observations. You can fill out an observation form, email us (firstname.lastname@example.org), leave a VM at 406-587-6984, or Instagram (#gnfacobs).
See our calendar for a couple live online avalanche courses being offered this week.
A backcountry skier was caught and injured in an avalanche in Colorado on Tuesday, 3/31. Details are here. This incident is on the heels of another avalanche on 3/24 that caught, partially buried and injured a snowboarder (details here). Backcountry rescues are risky in the best of times. With COVID-19 running amok, rescuers are also at risk to exposing each other to the virus. Be smart, be safe and think of others.