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Customers of Apple in Germany undecided about the resignation of CEO Steve Jobs.
MUNICH, GERMANY (AUGUST 25, 2011) REUTERS - From San Francisco to Seoul to Sydney, fans of Apple Inc paid tribute to Steve Jobs after he resigned as CEO, calling him an icon for the entire technology industry, not just the company he co-founded.
But in the southern German city of Munich, customers at the Apple store were mixed about the possible effect of the resignation.
"I don't think they will continue to be so innovative as he is the brains behind the ideas," Stefan Bott told Reuters TV.
While others said they felt the company is now so successful that it would take more than a personality to pull it down.
"I don't think it was just Steve Jobs who was behind the make but rather Apple can stand alone without Steve Jobs," one man said.
"I think there will be quite a big reaction to this but at the end of the day it will level off. As far as I'm aware he will remain in the board of directors. I don't think it will be as bad as back in the 90s when he left Apple, it won't be as bad as that. They will continue to go their own way," Michael Pappenberger said.
Steve Jobs resigned as CEO of Apple Inc on Wednesday (August 24) and passed the reins to his right-hand man Tim Cook, saying he could no longer fulfill the duties in a stunning announcement that raised fears his health has deteriorated further.
Jobs, who fought and survived a rare form of pancreatic cancer and revolutionised the technology arena with the iPhone and the iPad in the past four years, is deemed the heart and soul of a company that recently briefly became the most valuable in America.


Place of Origin: Persia
Date: 17th Century
OVERALL: 368MM (14.5 INCHES)
This Persian kard dagger comes from the same collection as the previous example and shares many of the former’s features. This blade is also of wootz Damascus steel and has an armour-piercing tip. The base of the blade on this example has a panel that is chiselled in high relief and depicts two birds hiding amongst flowers and foliage. The base of the spine also shows a single bird within flowers. The bolster is etched to imitate pierced decorations while the backstrap is deeply pierced with scrolling arabesques in a complex and beautiful arrangement. The kard is protected by a wooden scabbard that is covered with brown leather and mounted with a silver chape and locket, chased with a decoration in the form of an unidentified military insignia.
A similarly pierced kard dagger is in the Tanavoli collection1 and dated to 1024 H (1615–1616 AD).
1 Allan, Persian Steel: The Tanavoli Collection, 2000, p.39, no.11.


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AUSTRALIA - The superannuation fund, Sunsuper, has celebrated its twentieth year of operations, by welcoming its millionth member and posting a 35% growth in assets fro the 2006-07 financial year.
The fund now has a total of AUS$13bn under management and has averaged 30% year on year growth for the past decade.
It has also announced that new sign-ups for membership have exceeded 10,000 Australians a month.
Tony Lally, CEO, Sunsuper said the organisation had a clear plan for the future, involving further sign-ups, the development of new savings products and innovative investment opportunities.
This announcement came after Sunsuper boosted its real-estate holdings through a deal with Colonial First State Private Capital (CPI) worth over $116m and a partnership with Makena Capital Management in the US to enter the private endowment market.
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) and Labour MP Stephen Kinnock and will listen to the experiences of steelworkers when transferring their pensions away from the British Steel Pension Scheme (BSPS) next week in Port Talbot.
Just Group has acquired a 75% stake in the holding company of Corinthian Pension Consulting in a bid to strengthen its professional defined benefit (DB) advisory services.
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has exercised its production order power under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 for the very first time as part of a fraud investigation.
The ITN Limited Pension Scheme has named Trafalgar House as its administrator for an initial term of five years.

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text: * RRP £24 Cotton, £26 Velvet * 100% cotton velvet or 100% cotton * Rich Blue, Velvet / Lilac, Cotton * Dimensions: 16x23cm * Cotton lining * Machine wash at 30 degrees * Gold zip closure Our mini pouch will keep you organised in style each and every day. Perfect to tidy up your cosmetics, tech essentials or favourite pieces of jewellery. They make life feel a little more organised and a lot more luxurious. Created from scattered posies of yellow, pink and red, our Wildflower design celebrates the unique colour palette of our beautiful British meadows as they bust into life. Elizabeth wanted this new motif to evoke memories of sweet summer evenings, big open skies and barefoot adventures.

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TODAY: Moscow vows retaliation as US withdraws from nuclear treaty; US charges first Russian in connection with election interference; Usmanov transfers Mail.ru control; Memorial loses permission for remembrance ceremony; Prigozhin accused of ordering attacks on opponents; Putin support down, army support unchanged.
Moscow is vowing retaliatory measures after US President Donald Trump announced that Washington will exit the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty due to Russian violations. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said the withdrawal would provoke “very dangerous” responses, including “military-technical” measures. Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who signed the initial treaty in 1987, says Trump is making a mistake. The US has charged a Russian national with involvement in conducting “information warfare” against the United States, including efforts to influence the elections next month; Yelena Khusyaynova is the first person charged over 2018 election meddling. Ryabkov suggested that the US is using the charges to “fabricate a pretext” to extend its existing sanctions against Russia. Billionaire Alisher Usmanov has transferred his majority stake in Mail.ru Group, presumably in a bid to protect himself from potential sanctions.
Human rights group Memorial says authorities have revoked its initial permission to hold its annual remembrance ceremony for the victims of Stalin’s Soviet purges. Novaya Gazeta reported that businessman Yevgeny Prigozhin ordered his security aid to attack, and in one case murder, his opponents; the article bases its information on quotes from a former employee of Prigozhin, who has subsequently disappeared. Putin’s approval rates are falling, but public support for the army remains unaffected.
This piece argues that the high-profile arrest of two Russian football players was “highly unusual” and may have been orchestrated to divert attention away from Putin’s plummeting public approval ratings.
PHOTO: A couple shares a kiss as Russian conscripts depart from a recruiting station in St. Petersburg, Russia. REUTERS/Anton Vaganov October 19, 2018


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World’s largest luxury group LVMH has announced the opening of ‘Fondation Louis Vuitton’, a new museum on the outskirts of Paris in Bois de Boulogne on October 27, 2014.
The museum will showcase the corporate art collection of LVMH, adding a new cultural and architectural attraction to the French capital. The foundation has set as its mission “to encourage and promote contemporary artistic creation both in France and internationally,” focusing on works of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Beyond the permanent collection, it will display artists’ commissions along with temporary exhibitions, and the building boasts an auditorium for performances and events.
Arnault commissioned famed architect Frank Gehry to conceive the building, which resembles a glass cloud drifting over the treetops of the Jardin d’Acclimatation in Paris. The structure covers 126,000 square feet, and contains 11 galleries, and terraces affording panoramic views of Paris and the lush park where it is set.
LVMH owner Bernard Arnaud characterized the foundation as a way to demonstrate how the “extraordinary economic success of the group” is due to “the outstanding success of our designers.” A vocal proponent of creativity and its transformative powers, Arnault said, “This a small payback to the public, and to our employees.”
Built at a cost sources pegged at well north of 100 million euros, or $136 million at current exchange, the foundation represents one of LVMH’s biggest gestures of art patronage.
The inaugural exhibition is to be devoted to Gehry’s architectural project for the foundation, concurrent with what’s billed as the first European retrospective of the architect’s oeuvre at the Pompidou museum, scheduled for Oct. 8 to Jan. 5, 2015.
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Do You Make These Gardening Mistakes?
It is good to have a positive attitude when you garden, but you need to also focus on what needs to be accomplished. If you start the garden remember this - certain mistakes must always be avoided in order to have success. Never take anything for granted when gardening. Growing a garden begins with understanding how much water, sunlight, and attention your garden will need throughout the growing season.
Planting too many vegetables, herbs or flowers is one of the most common mistakes new gardeners make. To ensure the success of your garden, you need to take time with each and every plant that you grow so that it will become the beautiful garden to see in your mind. Another thing to keep in mind is each plant needs its own space, and some plants cannot grow with others. It's best to start off modestly, with a small garden and make it a little larger each year. To make sure your garden is the best it can be, don't grow too much or you may find that the entire garden may be unsuccessful. Each plant has different specifications, which if there are too many, this could hinder your ability to take care of everything in a timely manner.
Without water, a garden will die. Unfortunately, this is something that a lot of gardeners don't pay sufficient attention to and their gardens suffer. What is there to know about watering? Well, not every plant has the same moisture requirements as every other plant, so you need to keep plants with different water requirements separated. Seasonal rainfall and the climate in your area will help you determine how much check here watering you need to do. A moisture indicator for your soil is a good piece of equipment to have. One of these makes it easy to accurately determine the moisture content of your soil. With this information, it's easy to determine when it's time to water your plants. Also, realize that plants don't like to sit in puddles of water. They like their soil to be moist, not saturated. You can water too much and this can be as damaging to your plants as not watering enough.
All plants need sunlight, yet each type of plant requires a different amount of light each day. This information is easy to find out, and each plant, once you know the requirements, can then be grown in your garden. Most vegetables require about six hours of sun every day to do their best. The location of your garden, and how much sunlight it gets, must be assessed prior to planting. If you don't have much sun, look for plants that thrive in the shade. You never want to expose your plants to excessive sunlight as this can cause them to not grow properly. Some plants will do better with reflected sunlight and will wither from too much direct sun.
It's important that you learn what mistakes you could possibly make when you are gardening so these mistakes don't escalate and cause your garden to be less than you desired. The biggest culprits that lead to an unhealthy garden here are poor planning and taking a half-hearted approach to gardening. You won't have any problems with your garden if you pay attention to the small details and tips we have given you in this article. Other good sources of information are experienced local gardeners and your nursery/garden center.

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Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
Have A Question About This Topic?
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.

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I am at home recovering from a recent surgery. The other day when there was no land line phone service, cell phone service or Internet I felt extremely vulnerable. I now have all those services back and feel much safer even though “they” might be listening.
There’s more to Mexico than the beaches
I know most of us go to Mexico for the gorgeous beaches and beautiful turquoise waters. Did you know there are also literally hundreds of great adventure and cultural excursions you can add to enhance your vacation experience as well?
At the Capital with Rep. Donnie Condit
There are a few days in my tenure as a representative that will be memorable for years to come.
Comparing weaning dates for fall calving cows
With weaning time quickly approaching for fall calving cows, here is an interesting study conducted by Oklahoma State University animal scientists.
- Passion became tradition
- Weeds out of control
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Kids need fiber, too
Most parents try hard to feed their children healthy meals, but one crucial nutrient often left off the menu is fiber.
Stop the madness — really? What madness?
Stop the madness — really? What madness? OUR public school system needs our financial support NOW.
Could the NCAA Tournament work for other sports?
The NCAA men's basketball tournament is the most profitable postseason in the U.S., so why couldn't other leagues copy its format?
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Physician job contracts are not set in stone; they are living documents that should evolve with and help you have a more secure and fulfilling career. Periodically reviewing and updating your employment agreement is crucial to ensure it continues to serve your professional and personal needs. So, here’s when and how to update a physician contract:
When to update a physician contract
The ideal time to review and potentially negotiate any changes to your employment contract is when it is up for renewal. It’s also an opportune time to address any concerns or areas where you believe the agreement could be improved.
Change in job responsibilities
Whether you’ve taken on additional leadership roles or acquired new skills, your contract should accurately reflect your contributions to the organization. When those contributions change, ask that your contract does, too.
Changes in compensation structures, including salary, bonuses or benefits may necessitate an update in your agreement. This includes any changes in the organization’s policies or market conditions that affect your specialty.
As you reach the expiration date of your contract, it’s advisable to evaluate whether your current terms and conditions align with your career goals and aspirations. Consider renegotiating if necessary.
Practice ownership or partnership
If you transition from an employed position to practice ownership or partnership, you’ll need a new agreement that reflects your new role and responsibilities.
How to update a physician contract
Consult legal counsel
Consult with an experienced healthcare attorney before making any changes to your contract. They can provide expert advice on contract negotiations and ensure your interests are protected.
Identify key changes
Clearly identify the specific changes you wish to make to your contract. This includes any modifications to compensation, job responsibilities, noncompete clauses or termination terms.
Initiate an open and respectful dialogue with your employer or organization’s HR department to explain your reasons for seeking changes and be prepared and willing to provide justification for your requests.
Keep in mind contract negotiation is a collaborative process, and you need to be prepared to negotiate and find common ground. The result should be an agreement that is fair and mutually beneficial to both parties.
Get it in writing
Once you and your employer have agreed on the changes, ensure the updates are documented in writing. This may involve drafting an amendment to the existing contract or creating a new one entirely.
Review and sign
Once you are satisfied with the terms, carefully review the updated agreement to ensure all the changes are accurately reflected. When it’s correct, sign the updated agreement and make certain your employer does the same.
Keep copies of all versions of your contract, including the original and any subsequent amendments. These documents are essential for reference and protection in case of disputes or changes down the line.
Whether it’s negotiating better compensation, adjusting your responsibilities or accommodating changes in your career trajectory, updating your physician contract is a proactive step in managing your career and ensuring your employment terms are a good fit with your evolving needs and circumstances. By taking these simple steps, you can navigate your career with confidence and security.

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Love Seat Wedding Golden High Back Throne Chair (2 Seater)
A big golden throne / like the one Santa uses / or maybe a king. One chair that you will love to have in your home if you want to give your decor a very luxurious & sophisticated vibe. Let yourself be carried away by the originality of a unique and one-of-a-kind decor.
Teak Wood is the most popular type of wood for carving. Whether you're a complete beginner or a member of the carving elite, this species should be near the top of your list. Extremely soft and crisp, limewood is perfect for intricate carving and works exceptionally well with hand tools
- UPHOLSTERED, HAND-CARVED ARMCHAIR with Crystal tufted buttons.
- High Back Throne Chair
- Size - 2 Seater: 174 x 86 x 120 cm
- Material - Teak Wood & Premium Velvet
- Hand Carving
- Est. Delivery - 15 to 25 Working Days.

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Friday, Apr. 28, 2023–7:21 a.m.
-David Crowder, WRGA News-
If you like BBQ, Ridgeferry Park is the place to be on Saturday.
Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation’s Backyard BBQ Bash presented by Coke and SHAW Industries features BBQ sampling, a car show, live music, inflatables, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, and more.
Local backyard BBQ buffs are putting their best chicken and pork recipes to the test.
Top competitors take home cash prizes, cool trophies, and bragging rights for the best barbecue in town, and the overall champion brings home the coveted championship belt.
Gates open at 10 a.m., and parking is five dollars.

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Can laser photocoagulation be used to treat macular degeneration? I was recently diagnosed with the "dry" form of macular degeneration. Is having laser photocoagulation a treatment option available to me, and would this prevent further vision loss? .
Laser no help. Laser for dry macular degeneration has been studied well. Laser to the macula of dry amd patients makes drusen go away, so it looks better on exam. The laser does not change whether or not there is vision loss. Vitamin supplementation is the only proven preventive therapy, and reduces the risk of vision loss by about 25%. The vitamin formula now recommended is called areds 2 formula.
There . There are two main classifications of macular degeneration: dry and wet. The dry form is generally less debilitating, slower progressing and more common. The wet form generally has a much more profound effect on vision, is faster in its progression, fortunately less common and can vary greatly in treatment response. Treatment for the wet form can range from laser, a procedure called photodynamic therapy, injections into the eye (a relatively new form of treatment) and surgery. Now, treatment for the dry form is more controversial. It can range from simple observation, controlling one's lipid profile and a specific vitamin therapy. A type of laser procedure called ttt (transpupillary thermotherapy) has been used but with little success and traditional laser photocoagulation is not the procedure of choice for dry macular degeneration. Hope this helps.
There . There is no firm evidence that laser will prevent progression of vision loss with dry macular degeneration. There have been studies that showed that the drusen (yellow spots in the macula), when treated with laser, decreased in number. It is not known for sure what that means for the future of vision in these patients.
Standard . Standard of therapy for dry form of degeneration is observation. For the wet form of this condition there are several treatment options, one of which is laser photcoagulation.
Can laser photocoagulation be used to treat macular degeneration? I'm 65 and was recently diagnosed with macular degeneration. I want to do whatever I can to prevent myself from going blind. Is laser photocoagulation a safe treatment to cure my condition?
About . About 90% of patients with macular degeneration have the dry kind. Progression is usually gradual. The areds vitamins have been shown to slow progression by about 25%. In addition, a recent study showed eating fish at least once weekly reduced the incidence of macular degeneration. Laser photocagulation is not used to treat dry macular degeneration. The link below has more information. Read more...
Not really. Modern treatment of macular degeneration involves the use of laser photocoagulation less and less. Most people have dry macular degeneration which does not require surgical intervention. For those with the wet form, drugs are used much more than lasers today. Regardless of the treatment, we cannot cure macular degeneration currently. We can only manage it. Read more...

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WASHINGTON — Tens of thousands of demonstrators descended on Capitol Hill Saturday, protesting the expansion of government spending and illustrating the network of conservative activists that has emerged in opposition to President Barack Obama's policies.
Organizers said they believed people from all 50 states came for the "Taxpayer March on Washington." Crowds filled nearly every pocket of open space near the west lawn of the Capitol, many standing and listening without a view of the stage. They marched from Freedom Plaza, adjacent to the White House, as shouts of "U.S.A." echoed through downtown Washington and marchers dressed as colonials banged drums. Some people stayed stranded on Constitution Avenue as the program began near the Capitol, unable to find room to watch the speakers.
A spokesman for D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services estimated the crowd at "in excess of 75,000" people. Local and federal law enforcement authorities don't provide crowd estimates.


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Floorlamp Original “Alberello” Tulip Wood Stilnovo Circa 1960
Floor lamp, Stilnovo 1960s edition, handcrafted in Italy. This beautiful piece features black steel stems with a brass tulip-shaped finish base holding white opalines. The pedestal is round and made out of white and grey veined marble.
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Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast at 7 am, I will pick you up from your Nairobi Hotel and drive you to Masai Mara. Drive through the agriculturally rich central highlands of Kenya with a stopover at the escarpment to view the magnificent East African Great Rift Valley. Descend to the floor of the escarpment and continue on to the Masai Mara, arriving at lunchtime. Check-in at the camp, have a hot lunch and some drinks, then depart for your afternoon game drive in search of animals until sunset. You will get back to the camp for dinner and Overnight at Miti Mingi Eco Camp.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Wake up around 6 am for breakfast. Leave the camp with a packed lunch for an early morning game drive in this wonderful park, which is home to the Big Five as well as other wildlife and bird species. You will have the whole day to explore the park. Lunch will be served near the Mara River, where you can watch hippos and crocodiles on the banks of the river enjoying the sun. Continue with your game drive until the evening. Dinner and overnight will be at Miti Mingi Eco Camp.
Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Naivasha
Wake up at 6 am for your breakfast and depart on your pre-morning game drive which lasts until 8:30 am. Drive to Masai Village in Manyatta to meet real Maasai people who share their life with both wildlife and domestic animals, and you will be able to learn more about their culture. They will welcome you with Maasai dancing and you can partake in many other activities. After, we drive to Lake Naivasha. Lunch will be served on the way. Arrive in the evening, and enjoy the view of Lake Naivasha, which has many birds as well as a large amount of wildlife. Dinner and overnight will be at Sweetlake Resort.
Hell's Gate - Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, drive to Hell's gate. This is the only park in Kenya where you are allowed to go on a bicycle ride while viewing the animals in this wonderful park. We have Buffalos, giraffes, antelope, as well as many other wild animals and species of birds. Enjoy your ride in this wonderful park with fauna and flora galore. Afterward, catch your drive to Nakuru where lunch is served en route. Dinner and Overnight will be at Citymax Hotel.
Lake Nakuru National Park to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast at 7 am, drive to this wonderful park. The park is home to both black and white rhinos, and you will have a high chance to spot them here. The bird species here are not in as big of numbers as before, because they have mostly migrated to Lake Bogoria. Enjoy your Lake Nakuru park experience and witness the indigenous fauna and flora. We will drive to the viewpoint of Lake Nakuru where you can take great photos of the lake and the flamingos. Afterward, drive to Amboseli. Lunch will be served en route. Arrive in the evening for dinner and overnight at AA Lodge.
Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart on your morning game drive in this park, well-known as the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro. You can see big herds of elephants on the plains as well as other game such as zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, and various antelopes - all with the view of Kilimanjaro in the background. Continue with your game drive until lunchtime, which we will drive back to the Lodge for. After lunch, depart on an afternoon game drive until sunset. Dinner and overnight will be at AA Lodge.
Amboseli National Park - Nairobi
Wake up at 6 am and depart on your morning game drive. Drive back to the lodge after the early game drive for a full breakfast. After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi. Lunch will be served en route, and you will arrive late in the afternoon and be dropped off at your hotel.
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- Nairobi (City)
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|Title:||Enzymatic synthesis of sugar esters and their potential as surface-active stabilizers of coconut milk emulsions|
|Author(s):||Neta, Nair do Amaral Sampaio|
Santos, José Cleiton Sousa dos
Sancho, Soraya de Oliveira
Gonçalves, Luciana Rocha Barros
Rodrigues, L. R.
Teixeira, J. A.
|Abstract(s):||Sugar esters are compounds with surfactant properties (biosurfactants), i.e., capable of reducing the surface tension and promote the emulsification of immiscible liquids. On the other hand, as with all emulsions, coconut milk is not physically stable and is prone to phase separation. Therefore, the aim of this work was to evaluate the synthesis of fructose, sucrose and lactose esters from the corresponding sugars using Candida antarctica type B lipase immobilized in two different supports, namely acrylic resin and chitosan, and evaluate its application in the stabilization of coconut milk emulsions. The enzyme immobilized on chitosan showed the highest yield of lactose ester production (84.1%). Additionally, the production of fructose ester was found to be higher for the enzyme immobilized on the acrylic resin support (74.3%) as compared with the one immobilized on chitosan (70.1%). The same trend was observed for the sucrose ester, although with lower percentage yields. Sugar esters were then added to samples of fresh coconut milk and characterized according to their surface tension, emulsification index and particle size distribution. Although the microscopic analysis showed similar results for all sugar esters, results indicated lactose ester as the best biosurfactant, with a surface tension of 38.0 N/m and an emulsification index of 54.1%, when used in a ratio of 1:10 (biosurfactant: coconut milk, v/v) for 48 hour experiments.|
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The need for anterior column reconstruction after thoracolumbar burst fractures remains controversial. Here, the authors present their experience with minimally invasive lateral thoracolumbar corpectomies for traumatic fractures.
Between 2012 and 2019, 59 patients with 65 thoracolumbar fractures underwent 65 minimally invasive lateral corpectomies (MIS group). This group was compared to 16 patients with single-level thoracolumbar fractures who had undergone open lateral corpectomies with the assistance of general surgery between 2007 and 2011 (open control group). Comparisons of the two groups were made with regard to operative time, estimated blood loss, time to ambulation, and fusion rates at 1 year postoperatively. The authors further analyzed the MIS group with regard to injury mechanism, fracture characteristics, neurological outcome, and complications.
Patients in the MIS group had a significantly shorter mean operative time (228.3 ± 27.9 vs 255.6 ± 34.1 minutes, p = 0.001) and significantly shorter mean time to ambulation after surgery (1.8 ± 1.1 vs 5.0 ± 0.8 days, p < 0.001) than the open corpectomy group. Mean estimated blood loss did not differ significantly between the two groups, though the MIS group did trend toward a lower mean blood loss. There was no significant difference in fusion status at 1 year between the MIS and open groups; however, this comparison was limited by poor follow-up, with only 32 of 59 patients (54.2%) in the MIS group and 8 of 16 (50%) in the open group having available imaging at 1 year. Complications in the MIS group included 1 screw misplacement requiring revision, 2 postoperative femoral neuropathies (one of which improved), 1 return to surgery for inadequate posterior decompression, 4 pneumothoraces requiring chest tube placement, and 1 posterior wound infection. The rate of revision surgery for the failure of fusion in the MIS group was 1.7% (1 of 59 patients).
The minimally invasive lateral thoracolumbar corpectomy approach for traumatic fractures appears to be relatively safe and may result in shorter operative times and quicker mobilization as compared to those with open techniques. This should be considered as a treatment option for thoracolumbar spine fractures.


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The Bobbing Bottle
Exploring the prototyping process, I designed a new water bottle for full-stack coding students.
It is a kinetic desk-sculpture that assists programming students through their learning with its rhythmic, rocking motion and toy-like quality. A bottle that has students wondering,
"I want to know how far I can push it?"
As a student myself, I was was completely immersed for my observational research, affording me candid, in-depth data surrounding Prime's water bottle and campus culture. I found that students have a diverse taste in water bottles, and varied needs. Most water bottles spend the majority of their time as desk architecture.
Not Just For Drinking
The bottle acts as a kinetic desk sculpture with a pendulum like motion. It assists students through the learning process, inspiring focus, curiosity and play.
Designing a Gift
A good gift reflects both the value of the recipient as well as the values of the giver. Where previous water bottles were labeled "boring" by Prime students, the Bobbing Bottle's bold and sculptural aesthetic sets it apart from students other vessels.


The digital manometer is a handy tool that can be used to measure various pressures and volumes. It’s also great for checking fluid levels, regulating air pressure in car tires, or identifying faulty parts in machinery.
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Best Digital Manometer
In order to ensure that your machinery is operating at its peak performance, it is important to have a reliable digital manometer. We’ve put together a list of the best options on the market today.
1. Digital Manometer, Air and Gas Pressure Tester, Differential Dual Port Pressure Gauge, Large LCD Display with Backlight Klein Tools ET180
If you are looking for a pressure tester that can measure static and differential pressures in air and gas systems, then the Klein Tools ET180 is definitely worth considering.
It comes with an auto-power off feature to conserve battery life. The instrument also has a large backlit LCD display which makes it easy to view even in low light conditions. You will be able to see values when toggling between minimum, maximum and average readings too.
Besides measuring static and differential pressures, this tool can also monitor HVAC system problems such as leakages or malfunctions with accuracy of +/- 1 5-Percent range . It comes with eleven units measured: inH2O (at 40 degrees Celsius), bar (14 kg/cm 2 ), oz/in2 (28 US fluid ounces), psi (2960 kilopascals), mbar(10 millibars), kPa(1000 kPa), inHg (- 29 hG) mmHg(- 9 7 mmHg), kg/cm2 (- 0 3 g/cm 2 ), ftH20 (- 39 8 inches of water) and cmH2O (- 22 6 cmHO).
Additionally, the digital manometer features strong magnets on its back so that you can operate it hands free without any issues whatsoever. And lastly, there is an 11 unit capacity indicator so that you know at a glance how much measurement data remains on the memory bank of the device
- Measured static and differential pressure from two ports
- Monitor and troubleshoot problems in HVAC systems
- Strong magnet on back for secure operation
- Eleven units measured: inH2O, bar, oz/in2, psi, mbar, kPa, inHg, mmHg, kg/cm2, ftH20%, cmH2O
- Large backlit LCD provides easy viewing
2. Manometer, RISEPRO Digital Air Pressure Meter and Differential Pressure Gauge HVAC Gas Pressure Tester
The RISEPRO Digital Air Pressure Meter is a must-have tool for anyone working with HVAC systems. It can easily measure the differential pressure and has an accuracy of +/- 0.3%.
With 11 selectable units, you are sure to find the right one for your specific needs. These include InH2O, Psi, Mbar, kPa, inHg, mmHg, ozin2 , FtH2O , cmHO 2 KGCM2 Bar . The backlit display makes it easy to read even in low light conditions and data hold ensures that you don’t lose any readings during prolonged use.
Additionally, it features auto off functionality so that you don’t have to worry about wasting energy unnecessarily
- SMART DUAL INPUT – RISEPRO® manometer
- Range & Resolution – Measures +/- 2.000psi (0.001 resolution) with accuracy +/-0.3% in full scale
- MAX PRESSURE – 10psi (Can resist up to 10psi but may not show readings when over 2psi)
- 11 SELECTABLE MEASURE UNITS – InH2O, Psi, Mbar, kPa, inHg, mmHg, ozin2, FtH2O, cmH2O, KGCM2, Bar
- BACKLIT – Data Hold feature allows you to hold a reading while drilling without having to turn off the drill
3. Digital Manometer, Dual Port Air Pressure Meter Pressure Gauge HVAC Gas Tester, Differential Pressure Manometer with 5/16 Inches Diameter Pressure Port, Hti-Xintai
The digital gas pressure meter offers a high accuracy and 11 selectable units of measure. This will make it perfect for various applications such as HVAC, pneumatic controls, medical equipment, gas appliance repair and installation etc.
Additionally, the device has a date hold feature which lets you freeze the displayed reading at any time. You can also access the MIN/MAX/AVG recording mode by pressing the REC button. It is portable too with dimensions of 5.79″ x 2.16″ x1.26″.
It fits most valves with its flexible silicone tubing size updated to 19” length . So there is no need to purchase additional accessories for use in different systems or environments . Lastly, this meter measures gauge and differential pressure in the range of ±2 psi
- Updated with 5/16″ Pressure Port Size
- Flexible silicone tubing size updated to 19” length *1/4” diameter.
- 11 Selectable Units&High Accurate
- Slim design and the easy button for one hand operation
4. UEi Test Instruments – Electronic Manometer (EM152)
The UEi Test Instruments – Electronic Manometer (EM152) is a dual port manometer that offers wide measurement range of ±60in water column. This unit also includes a protective rubber cover with a built-in magnet for hands free operation.
It can provide readings in inches water column (InWC), bar, psi, kPa, inHG, mmHG, oz/in2 , FtH2O, cmH2O and kgcm. Additionally it has Min/Max data capture to help you easily calculate changes in pressure. The EM152 provides versatile and accurate readings with easy-to-use auto ranging function and Data hold feature which lets you keep the reading on screen even when the instrument is not connected to computer or power source via USB cable .
It comes with 1 year limited warranty which must be redeemed in US only
- Wide measurement range
- Data hold and zeroing function
- 1-year warranty
- Versatile functions
5. Digital Handheld Manometer HVAC Air Vacuum/ Gas Differential Pressure Gauge Meter Tester 11 Units with Backlight, ±13.78kPa ±2PSI, 1-2 Pipes Ventilation Air Condition System Measurement
The Digital Handheld Manometer HVAC Air Vacuum/ Gas Differential Pressure Gauge Meter Tester is perfect for measuring the ventilation and air condition systems.
It has a wide range of applications, such as gas measurement, calibration, or troubleshooting any gas pressure system. This device comes with 11 units of measurement kPa (pounds per square inch), psi (pounds per square foot), kgfcm2 (kilograms per cubic meter), ozin2(ounces in 2nds) , bar(international standard measure used to express pressures above 15 Pascal), mbar(millibars or Atmospheres ), inHg(inches of mercury ) mmHg(*millimeters of mercury ), and inOz (*percentage by weight).
You can also read the average reading and set up an auto power off function if you need to conserve battery life . Besides its accuracy, another feature that makes this product stand out is its large LCD backlit dual display which offers clear readings even under low light conditions . Additionally, it features a differential pressure measurement mode which allows you to measure the pressure difference between two pipes separately without having to connect them firstly . Another great feature is its Max / Min / Average reading record function which keeps track of your most recent readings so that you don’t have to remember them all .
Plus , it also has a Low Battery warning indicator so that you won’t accidentally lose important data due to lack of power .
- Measures air pressure of the single pipe or differential pressure of 2 pipes
- Low battery display and Auto power off set up function
- Differential pressure measurement
- Large LCD backlit dual display
- Max / minimum / Average reading record function
6. testo 510 Digital Manometer I Dual-Port Differential Pressure Meter for air Conditioning Systems and Ventilation ducts
The testo 510 digital manometer is perfect for HVAC/R field servicing technicians who need to measure differential pressure, total external static pressure, manifold pressure and duct velocities.
Thanks to the temperature and air density compensated pressure sensor, the unit delivers accurate data in ten different measurement units. This makes it a very versatile tool that can be used in many different fields of work.
The backlist display makes it easy to apply the gauge accurately while working at any angle or position on the device. Additionally, its intuitive design and magnets on the back make it easy to keep track of your measurements even when you are busy working elsewhere on the machine.
The gas pressure meter comes with a particularly rugged housing that offers superior durability against wear and tear as well as accidental drops or spillsage (including rain). It also features a protective cap so that you can easily protect your readings from unauthorized access.. Furthermore, thanks to its 50-hour battery life, you will not have to worry about replacing this instrument often – even during long inspections or repairs worksites where high levels of atmospheric contamination may be present..
- Precise measurements
- Easy operation
- Compact, lightweight design
7. Manometer, 12 Selectable Units Differential Pressure Gauge, Dual-Port Manometer Gas Pressure Tester, Digital Pressure Gauge with Backlight, Professional Air Pressure Meter, Handheld HVAC Manometer
The handheld digital pressure gauge is perfect for measuring various pressures in a variety of environments. It comes with an ABS material body, which makes it resistant to high temperatures and impact.
Additionally, the 4.45×4.95 inch display offers clear readings that are easy to understand even in low-light conditions. Besides its main function as a pressure gauge, the device also has multiple other features such as a differential mode and 12 selectable units that make it versatile for different applications or needs you may have.
The accuracy of measurements is ensured by using a high-quality pressure sensor while keeping power consumption at bay with its low MCU rating (only 0dB). You can use this tool for calibration purposes, system troubleshooting and more related tasks pertaining to airpressure meters specifically designed for HVAC systems like blowers or boilers among others .
With dimensions of only 4 cm x 4 95 cm when closed, the compact design makes it easy to take along with you wherever you go undetected; making it ideal for professional use in various fields such as HVAC maintenance or installation work..
- Portable manometer
- 4.45CM×4.95CM display
- accurate readings
- Differential pressure gauge with 12 selectable units
- data storage & recording function
8. UEi Test Instruments EM201B Test Dual Input Differential Manometer
The UEi Test Instruments EM201B Test Dual Input Differential Manometer is a rugged and reliable instrument for measuring water pressure under various conditions.
It has two input ports that allow you to measure up to 40 inches of gauge with an accuracy of .001wg (below 9.999 inch). Additionally, the scales include Added Pascal’s as a measurement scale, Wag, mbar and PSI.
Dynamic Min/Max that can be reset at any time. This makes it easy to precisely measure different pressures without having to recalibrate the instrument frequently. Data hold allows you to keep your measurements even after power interruption or when the unit switches off automatically due to low battery life – preserving valuable data in these cases is now possible.
The back-lit display ensures visibility even in dim light conditions while ensuring error-free readings every time. And lastly, auto power-off safeguards your instrument from accidental shutdowns during operations
- Dual input
- measures up to 40 Inch of water gauge
- NOTE .001wg resolution below 9.999 Inch
- Ruggedized with sturdy metal fittings
- Scales include Added Pascal’s as a measurement scale, Wag, mbar and PSI
9. Dwyer Differential Pressure Digital Manometer Handheld, 475-1-FM, FM Approved, 0-20″ w.c.
The Dwyer Differential Pressure Digital Manometer offers users an easy way to measure differential pressure. It is a handheld device that has a simple operation and can be used with either 1/8″ or 3/16″ I.D.
tubing for connection to the target vessel or system under test (Tvt). With only 9 V alkaline battery power, it will not function if lost or out of order, making it user replaceable in the event of issue. There are two barbed connections on this unit which makes connecting it to your pipeline very straightforward and efficient – no additional tools required.
Plus, there are compression fittings included so you can use this manometer with 1/8″ I.D x 1/4″ O.D tubing when working with 475-7-FM & 475-8-FM models only . This reliable hand held digital manometer also features an FM Approved rating ensuring its compatibility with most industrial applications environments worldwide
- Low Cost
- High Reliability
- Simple Operation
- Easy to Use
- Power Requirements: 9 V alkaline battery, installed, non-functional, user replaceable.,Connections: Two barbed connections for use with 1/8″ (3.18 mm) or 3/16″ (4.76 mm) I.D tubing. Two compression fittings for use with 1/8″ (3.18 mm) I.D x 1/4″ (6.35 mm) O . D tubing for 475-7-FM & 475-8-FM only.,MANUFACTURER DIRECT
10. EHDIS Manometer Gas Pressure Tester Digital Air Pressure Meter Differential Pressure Gauge HVAC Gas Pressure Tester
This digital handheld manometer is perfect for measuring the air pressure of various gases and systems. It can measure the single pipe or differential pressure between two pipes with accuracy and precision.
The ultra-low power sensing & measurement makes it a fast and accurate tool to work with gas pressures on electric valves, as well as set gas pressures on domestic boilers. It has a dual input that allows you to test / measure both air flow and atmospheric pressure simultaneously.
With 12 selectable units of measure, this handy device will suit your needs perfectly. In addition to its many functions, Ehdis also comes with an error code response time option that lets you get detailed information about any errors in real-time without having to wait for long periods of time like other similar products do (usually within 0~5 seconds).
Overall, this digital handheld manometer offers high accuracy at low power consumption rates making it an excellent choice for service testing of gas pressures on all types of appliances in your home or office area – from tankless heaters to bathroom fans.
- Dual Input
- Max / minimum record function
- Data save function
- Selectable pressure range: ±2.999psi; Accuracy: ±0.3%FSO (at 25°C) ; Repeatability: ±0.2% (Max ±0.5%FSO); Linearity/Hysteresis: ±0.29%FSO.,12 Selectable Units of Measure (kPa, Psi, Kgfcm2, Ozin2, Bar, mbar, inHg, mmHg, InH2O, FtH2O, cmH2O, Pa) with function: Data Hold and Error Code – Response Time: 0.5 Sec.,Ehdis digital manometer has Dual Input that can test / measure the differential gas pressure with its provided twin input probes
What to Look for to Have The Best Digital Manometer?
Manometers are used to measure the pressure of fluids. They are mostly used in hydraulics. They are usually used in pipelines, oil and gas, and water applications. Digital manometers are also known as digital pressure gauges. They are also known as digital pressure meters.
They are used to measure the pressure of liquids. Their operation is based on a system of pressure, and they are used in various applications. The digital manometer is a device that measures the pressure of fluids. There is a small pressure transducer in the manometer that is connected to a display. It is connected to a computer, which shows the pressure in digital form.
The digital manometer is the most accurate instrument available. However, it is very expensive. Due to this, many engineers and even professionals use the analog manometer. The analog manometer is an instrument that measures the pressure of a liquid by means of a needle. They are portable and easy to use.
What People Also Asking About Best Digital Manometer?
If you are a DIYer, you might have a need for a digital manometer. Check out this list of the best digital manometers you can buy.
Q: What is a digital manometer?
A: A digital manometer is a tool that can measure various liquids. The manometer is used to measure the pressure of water in the plumbing system. It can also be used to measure the pressure of water in a tank.
Q: What are the benefits of a digital manometer?
A: Depending on the model, a digital manometer can measure the pressure of water in a tank. It can be used to measure the pressure of water in the plumbing system. Some models also allow you to create a timeline of the water level. The information can help you troubleshoot plumbing issues.
Q: How do I measure the pressure of water in the plumbing system?
A: Start by opening the water valve and turn on the faucet. Then, wait until the water starts to run. Once you see a steady flow of water, the water pressure is now equal to the water pressure in your home.
Q: Can I measure the pressure of water in a tank?
A: You can measure the water level in a tank with a digital manometer. The measurements allow you to calculate the volume of water in the tank. The units of the digital manometer can be inches, millimeters, or centimeters.
Q: What can I do if I need to troubleshoot a plumbing issue?
A: If you need to troubleshoot a plumbing issue, you can use a digital manometer to measure the pressure of the water in the pipes. With a digital manometer, you can easily track the water level in the pipes, which is often the cause of plumbing issues.
Q: How do I clean a digital manometer?
A: You can clean your digital manometer with warm water and soap. You can also use a toothbrush to scrub the surface.
If you are looking for a high-quality digital manometer, then the


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In the Fall of 2018, BCHA began the process of updating its strategic plan. Details will be released in 2019.
In 2011 the BCHA Board of Commissioners adopted a Strategic Direction for the Housing Authority. This Strategic Direction has been prepared to set our course, identify benchmarks for regional planning and to provide context for local policy discussions. The document includes goals, objectives and strategies organized under three overarching directions:
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The only publicly traded National Football League team is offering shares to the public for just the sixth time in history. Here are the details.
What Happened: The Green Bay Packers are offering shares of the team for sale beginning Nov. 16.
Shares will be sold at a price of $300 each and an additional undisclosed handling fee. Shares will be limited to residents of the U.S., Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The team is selling 300,000 shares, which could raise $90 million for the team. The share offer will run to Feb. 25, 2022, with the possibility of an extension.
Consumers can use credit cards, debit cards, electronic bank transfers, personal checks or cashier’s checks to make their purchases. Shares can be bought as gifts for others.
Shareholders are limited to buying 200 shares, including any shares that were purchased in the last two sales (1997-1998, 2011-2012). Shares were sold for $250 each in the 2011-2012 sale, which raised $67 million.
“We appreciate the interest that fans have expressed in our sixth stock offering,” Packers CEO Mark Murphy said.
The Packers plan on using the money raised for improvements at Lambeau Field, the team’s home since 1957. NFL rules require money raised in a stock sale to be used for stadium projects and not operating expenses.
Prior to the current stock offering, there are 361,300 shareholders that own 5,009,400 shares of the team.
Why It’s Important: Unlike sports teams that are publicly traded on major stock exchanges, shares of the Packers can not be bought or sold and don’t appreciate in value or offer dividends.
Shares can be transferred to family members. A Packers' stock certificate acts as the ultimate piece of fan memorabilia and as a donation to the team. Shareholders are also able to vote for the Packers’ Board of Directors.
“Stock in the Packers does not constitute an investment in ‘stock’ in the common sense of the term,” the Packers said in Monday’s announcement.
No NFL teams trade on exchanges, compared to MLB, NBA and NHL teams such as the Atlanta Braves, and the New York Knicks and New York Rangers, which are offered as Liberty Braves Group BATRA and Madison Square Garden Sports Corp MSGS, respectively.
The Packers are the third oldest NFL team and have one of the most loyal fan bases in all of professional sports. The waitlist for Packers’ season tickets is one of the well-known stories in the sports world with more than 139,000 currently on it.
Popular sports reporter Darren Rovell put his name on the waitlist 15 years ago and sits at position 54,855 as of October, moving up around 20,000 places in the 15 years.
The Packers are valued at $3.475 billion by Forbes, ranking 13th on the annual list of NFL team valuations.
The Packers have the most league championships with 13, including Super Bowl titles in 1966, 1967, 1996 and 2010.
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UPDATE 2-Trump says he will restore tariffs on Brazil, Argentina metal importsReuters | Updated: 02-12-2019 18:11 IST | Created: 02-12-2019 18:11 IST
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said he would immediately restore tariffs on U.S. steel and aluminum imports from Brazil and Argentina, prompting at least one counterpart to vow talks with the Republican president.
Emerging market stocks and the highly sensitive Mexican peso slid to session lows following Trump's vow, which came in an early morning post on Twitter that gave no other details on the planned trade action. Representatives for the Office U.S. Trade Representative could not be immediately reached for comment.
"Brazil and Argentina have been presiding over a massive devaluation of their currencies, which is not good for our farmers. Therefore, effective immediately, I will restore the Tariffs on all Steel & Aluminum that is shipped into the U.S. from those countries," Trump wrote. Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro, an avowed Trump fan who has actively sought closer U.S. ties, said he could speak directly with the American leader and that he would also discuss Trump's declaration with Brazil's economy minister.
Trump on Monday also urged the Federal Reserve to prevent countries from gaining an economic advantage by devaluing their currencies. "The Federal Reserve should likewise act so that countries, of which there are many, no longer take advantage of our strong dollar," Trump tweeted. "Lower Rates & Loosen - Fed!"
Trump has repeatedly urged the U.S. central bank to lower rates to below zero, arguing that negative rates in Europe and elsewhere give those countries a competitive advantage. However, Fed policymakers have been reluctant to take the unorthodox policy steps tried by other global central banks. The U.S. central bank's policymaking committee holds its next meeting on Dec 10-11. (Writing by Toby Chopra, Hugh Bronstein and Susan Heavey; additional reporting by Maximilian Heath Editing by Jon Boyle and Chizu Nomiyama)
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Scrolling aimlessly down our SoundCloud feed, we stumbled onto Kiya Lacey. The way she harmonized with herself on Earth, her latest EP release captured our soul, made us believe in real vocals again, and ultimately had us shook. While she continued to top our playlists, we needed more. This May, Kiya made her Miami debut on our purple lit stage gaining new fans and making us lust even harder. Although we don’t have a release date for another full project from the Tennessee born but Atlanta based R&B savior, we settled for DOWN, her latest single release. It echos loud and clear through our Spotify channel, but we all knew a visual was needed.
Kiya Lacey’s DOWN visual captures Kiya in her greatest light: blue, just like her braids. She serves three looks in the video including our favorite, in the fur bra and and skirt, but cowgirl Kiya is also a look. She sings Don’t be scared to put it on me, let the tension rise as she tastefully rubs her male model’s bald head and smiles into the camera. Keep in mind, the visual was self directed down to the mood board. We appreciate you Kiya.


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This is a wonderful cookie full of warm, spices and complex flavors. The author claims the secret ingredient is white pepper but I believe that the double dose of ginger and the cardamom are what really take these over the top. I did not have orange zest but since I know lemon and ginger generally work well together I added the zest of small lemon. These cookies really spread (even after 5-6 hours in the fridge, but I did not mind. These are my new favorite cookie!
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Schwarzenegger puts official kibosh on gay marriage bill
As expected, California Governactor Arnold Schwarzenegger has officially vetoed a bill that would have allowed for queer nuptials in the Golden state. In a less anticipated development, the formal announcement of this gubernatorial action made us puke in our mouths a little.
In a Kindergarten cop-out regarding his lack of signature, Arnie said the bill "simply adds confusion to a constitutional issue," adding, "If the ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, this bill is not necessary. If the ban is constitutional, this bill is ineffective." We, however, think a more accurate statement would be, "If the ban on queer nuptials is unconstitutional, Arnold just missed a golden opportunity to become a civil rights icon. If the ban is constitutional, we're moving to Canada."
Arnold Schwarzenegger terminates gay marriage bill [AFP via Yahoo! News]
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Tales from the Arabian Nights (Children's Classics)
The beautiful Scheherazade's royal husband threatens to kill her, so each night she diverts him by weaving wonderful tales of fantastic adventure, leaving each story unfinished so that he spares her life to hear the ending the next night.
This is the background to the Arabian Nights. In this selection made by that master of folklore and fairy-tale Andrew Lang, the reader meets Aladdin with his wonderful lamp, the Enchanted Horse, the Princess Badoura, Sinbad the Sailor, and the great Caliph of Bagdad, Haroun-al-Raschid.
The stories are beautifully illustrated by H.J. Ford.
This is a gorgeous introduction for young listeners to fine literature, a vastly different time and culture, and enchanting music. Narrator Toby Stephens is dazzling as he presents three of the best-known tales: Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and The Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. He skillfully renders the stupendous description, cunning adversaries, and wide-ranging emotion as he spins Scheherazade's stories. At times, Stephens's accent has a modern sound that should appeal to a contemporary audience. Both male and female voices are distinct and appropriate to characters ages and situations. Rimsky-Korsakov's stirring music adds vastly to the rich emotion generated by the exotic tales. Listeners of all ages will be enthralled. --S.G.B., AudioFile
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Rosemary plant care
The leaves are evergreen and aromatic, it has delicate blue flowers and is a useful culinary, medicinal and cosmetic plant.
It's equally at home in the shrub border or herb garden.
Here’s how to care for a new plant.
You will probably have bought your rosemary plant in a pot.
When you select your plant, make sure it is healthy and there is good growth. Watch out for it being 'pot bound' which is indicated by roots growing out of the holes at the bottom of the plant. This might result in poor growth and roots getting broken when you take it out of the pot.
Select a sunny and well sheltered position – against a wall is good – but remember the rosemary shrub will grow to a substantial size – plant it at least 2 to 3 feet away from the wall,
Dig a hole just a bit bigger than the plant pot. To check it's the right size, dig the hole, then put the plant pot in to make sure you've moved enough soil.
Take the plant out of the pot and separate the roots. Take care when you do this – just knead the root ball in your hands and pull out the roots very gently – this way the roots get a good start into the surrounding soil.
If you fail to do this, you might find that the
roots will be too impacted to push out from the root ball - I'm sure
you've had plants that fail and when you remove them, the root ball is
still pretty much how it was when you planted it.
Fill the hole in the ground that you’ve made with water – the term is ‘puddle it’.
Put the rosemary plant in , spread the roots out and then cover with the soil you have removed.
Firm down - that means push the soil down around the planting hole with your shoe or hands - take care here to firm down well - don't allow the roots to sit in an air pocket – keep pushing down until it’s firm – leave a small dip around the plant for watering.
Keep it well watered for its first season also keep it free of weeds.
You can use it during the first year - cut the sprigs as you need them keeping an eye on the shape – each time, take the sprigs from a different part so as not to make the bush lopsided.
It can grow quite large and needs cutting back to keep it in a neat, bushy shape.
Overwintering can be a problem in colder areas as it is a Mediterranean herb and so is inclined to be tender.
You can get round this by covering with horticultural fleece in the winter or take cuttings in late summer to protect against loss of the plant.
Take four inch sprigs and strip the leaves off the lower half - dip into hormone rooting powder and then put into compost. Leave alone for a few months and you will have fine new plants.
You can either give the surplus away or sell them - see the page growing herbs for profit for more details.
Rosemary does best in a lime soil, so if your soil is not suitable, then a few crushed eggs shells, some garden lime or powdered chalk should be worked into the soil around the planting hole.
Choose whichever lime addition is easiest for you.
Add some more in subsequent years if the leaves begin to go yellow.
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Whenever this minion takes damage, gain +2 Attack.
Honestly, he howls during the day, too.
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This card's sub-par statline makes this card generally very weak. This card is comparable to Aberrant Berserker, which has 1 extra health in exchange for only gaining +2 Attack the first time it takes damage. It also has a similar text to Gurubashi Berserker.
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Just half of the foreign born population of England and Wales hold a non-UK passport and the vast majority of the non -white British population consider themselves British, according to new figures from the 2011 Census.
45.6% of usual residents born outside the UK hold a British passport, or 3.4m of the 7.5m foreign-born population.
When certain sections of the UK media debate immigration, there has been a tendency to equate "foreign born" with "not British" – but the new, more detailed, census figure shows this is seriously misleading: not only are at least 46% of foreign born people on these shores British, many of the rest consider themselves as such.
At country level, six of the top 10 foreign countries of birth have UK passport rates of over 50%, with Jamaica (72.8%) leading. Only one - Poland, with 4.9% - has a rate below one in five.
This matches figures for length of residency in the UK, with just one in 25 current Polish-born having arrived before 1981, compared to 59.8% of Jamaicans.
Anybody who holds a valid UK passport is a British citizen, but it is possible to become a citizen without a passport - most commonly when born to a parent who is a British citizen at the time.
In fact, the proportion of those from non -white British and mixed ethnicities who consider themselves British in some way is far higher than that indicated by type of passport.
It is actually only among those defining their ethnicity as Irish that less than half consider their national identity British, English, Welsh or any other combination of UK nationalities.
96.8% of mixed race White and Black Caribbean residents identify as British, with a further six minority ethnicities showing British national identity rates of over 80% (see chart below).
As you might expect, the general pattern suggests that the longer spent in the UK, the more likely somebody is to self-identify as British.
Alongside the Irish at the lower end of the scale are other white ethnicities (38.8%) - chiefly European - and Chinese (51.9%), other Asian (55%) and Arab (56.6%) groups.
The majority of the 'other white' group are relatively recent arrivals from the expanded EU, while the latter three groups have high representation in the student population.
85.9% of residents in England and Wales are white, compared to 81.2% of UK students, while 1.6% of students are Asian and 0.7% Chinese against population figures of 1.5% and 0.7% respectively.
Age profiles also vary considerably between ethnic groups. The median age across England and Wales as a whole is 39, with only three ethnic groups - white British, white Irish and those defining as Caribbean or Caribbean British - having a higher average.
Mixed ethnicity groups typically have the youngest populations, with white and black African (16), white and Asian (17) and non-British white and black Caribbean (18) all under 20.
National identity also varies with age - the 30-34 age group has the smallest proportion of UK-born members of all 5 year age groups in England and Wales, and also the lowest percentage who profess a British national identity of some form - 19.
This is the first of three posts on today's 2011 Census data release. Our analyses of the latest figures on unpaid carers and religious groups will follow.
A huge amount of census data was published today, so let us know what you've spotted – or what's been missed out – in the comments below, or via Twitter to me directly @jburnmurdoch or to the official @GuardianData account.
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I’m a fan of deck building games, in particular those that play out on the top of a table. I’m not adverse to video game ports of board games. But the change in pace often exposes weaknesses in the mechanics, and ultimately most suffer from a real lack of replayability.
Remastered is a somewhat misleading suffix, and you can excuse yourself for assuming that this is a remaster of a classic 80’s point and click adventure – that’s what I had assumed. A little research reveals that this is in-fact a port of the 2013 PC title The Raven: Legacy of a Master Thief, adapted and polished for consoles.
For the uninitiated, which included myself prior to playing this game, Beast Quest is a popular series of books aimed at children around the age of 7. I’ve not read the books, although I can’t help but assume that the transition from paper to video game has done anything other than tarnish the brand.


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CHAMPAIGN - No offense to Lovie Smith or to the man who hired him, Josh Whitman.
But Mike Small is still the best thing going for Illinois athletics.
Illini golf this weekend brought home its seventh Big Ten championship trophy in eight years. Following Sunday's dominating performance, Small's program looks more capable than ever to bring home the one trophy that has eluded it during its rise to prominence: a national title.
The Illini entered Sunday eight strokes back of Iowa, not an insurmountable lead in team golf but a decent deficit nonetheless. The Hawkeyes played well on Sunday, three-under to finish 13-under for the tournament. But few teams, if any, in the country could keep up with the Illini's pace.
The Illini were so good No. 1 through No. 5 on Sunday, that one of the team's 4-under 68s, shot by sophomore Dylan Meyer and freshman Edoardo Lipparelli, didn't count because only the team's top-four scores count toward the team score.
On the front nine, Illinois had turned gained 10 strokes on Iowa to take the lead. By the end of the day, Illinois beat Iowa by 13 strokes following a 24-under team score Sunday to finish 26-under for the tournament.
"I knew they had it in them," Small said. "We've done it a few times this year in the last round. You can tell today they were fired up and ready to go."
Illinois has what it takes to win a national title: star power, experience and depth. The best part? The star depends on the day because of said depth.
Senior Charlie Danielson is the team's best golfer with a stroke average under 71. He's just the latest Illini to develop into a a top-10 golfer -- he's No. 6 in the NCAA individual rankings -- following in the footsteps of All-Americans Brian Campbell (2015), Thomas Pieters (2013), Luke Guthrie (2011-12) and Scott Langley (2009-10). Danielson has won two tournaments and only finished outside the top-seven in one tournament, a 19th-place finish at the Southern Highlands Collegiate in March.
But classmate Thomas Detry (10-under) -- like Pieters, a native Belgian -- edged out Danielson (9-under) by a stroke for the individual Big Ten medal. It was Detry's first individual win of the year, though he's finished top-five in five of his nine other tournaments this season.
The seniors are complemented by two high-ceiling sophomores who were two of Small's highest-ranked prep recruits (two more top-70 recruits are on the way next season with California's Bryan Baumgarten and Arizona's Michael Feagles.
Meyer (2-under, T9) is the third most consistent with a stroke average (72.37) just behind Detry (72.19). The sophomore has finished outside the top-25 just twice in ten tournaments -- including a second-, third-, sixth- and ninth-place finish -- and is tied with Danielson for the team lead in rounds under par (11).
Classmate Nick Hardy is the reigning Big Ten Freshman of the Year and has the stuff to win tournaments. He was co-medalist at the Big Ten Championships last year and has five top-10 finishes this season. But he also finished 66th and 69th at two March tournaments. He seems to have fixed any issues though after finishing second at the Boilermaker Invitational and 20th at the Big Ten Championships.
Lipparelli (1-over, T-17th) could be the real key. The latest in a line of foreign recruits -- he won't be the last as Belgian Giovanni Tadiotto joins the team next season -- the Italian freshman has given the Illini a dangerous fifth option. That's important because it gives the Illini a margin for error. If one of the top four has a bad day during tournament play, Lipparelli is capable of giving a solid, if not, good score to minimize the damage. In seven tournaments, Lipparelli has four top-25 finishes. He will be tested, especially if Illinois advances to match play, where all five golfers square off against a golfer from another team.
Small and Illinois don't need a national title to prove their worth on a national stage. They've already proven they belong among the nation's best programs. They're no longer the cute northern program. They're a legit annual threat and equal to Stanford, Alabama, Oklahoma State, Texas and the other national powers. The Illini have not only made eight straight NCAA Tournament appearances, they've advanced to NCAA Championship Match Play (top-eight) four times in the last five years, which included a 2013 runner-up finish.
Next month isn't "now or never" time for Small's program. Based on the young talent -- Meyer and Hardy are on a path to become top-20 collegiate golfers -- and incoming talent, Small likely will have other chances to win a national title.
But to this point, his chances never seemed greater.
He has two last-chance seniors capable of competing for an individual national championship. Both have felt what it's like to come so close to winning a national title, falling, falling to Alabama in 2013 as freshmen. Small has two sophomores with the talent to win a tournament and head-to-head rounds against some of the best in the country. Small has a freshman who has given the team a higher floor for their fifth golfer.
Small's team showed Sunday that it not only has the look of a Big Ten champion but possibly a national champion. That quest starts next month at the NCAA Regionals and, barring a collapse there, will play out at the NCAA Championships in late May in Eugene, Ore.
"I hope it carries out well," Small said. "We have another chance. We've been at the top of golf most of the year but we have to learn from this.
"f we bring it like this, it bodes well."null


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To sample some of the finest local produce in the area, including but not limited to cheese, charcuterie, fruit, veg and bread, head down to the Les Gets market every Thursday from 08:30. You can also buy gifts, trinkets and handcrafted goods from local artisans. A great way to soak up a little French mountain culture.Find out more »
Another fun event to liven up your interseason; the Evian Tattoo Show is back! Come down to the banks of Lake Geneva and enjoy two and a half days of tattoos, music and a bunch of other fun stuff, including knife throwing demonstrations and burlesque shows! Whether you're a keen tattoo artist or a keen tattoo canvas, you'll be sure to have an interesting day out, especially since over 100 tattoo artists from all over the world will be in…Find out more »
Friday night is burger night! We also have a Plat du Jour which changes every week, follow us to find out more. Here's how it works.... 1) CHOOSE YOUR BURGER Chicken breast Inside-Out burger Classic burger Veggie mince 1/4 pounder (v) Halloumi burger (v) Crispy chicken burger 2) CHOOSE YOUR TOPPING Onion confit / cornichons / red onion / jalapenos / cucumber / rocket / caramelised onions / fresh tomato / blue cheese / goats cheese / fondue cheese…Find out more »
It's that time of year again... the St. Jean d'Aulps Autumn Fair is back with its incredible wine stands and Savoyard specialities! Head on down and check out all the different stalls, try some wines, sample some fine cheeses, pates and other French delicacies. There will also be larger meals served throughout the day, and lots of other Savoyard-themed stalls, artisans, craftspeople and local organisations - don't miss it!Find out more »
The hockey season is now in full swing; come and support the Penguins as they go head to head with one of the big dogs of the D2 league, Annecy. Get your tickets HERE or buy on the door - and watch out for us giving some away on our Facebook page....!Find out more »
Serving between 12.00 and 17.00, come on up and tuck into a Full English or one of our brunch menu items. Full English - €12 Half English - €8 Breakfast Bagel - €10 Chorizo and Egg Roll - €10 Deep Fried Camembert - €9 Croque Monsieur - €9 Croque Madame - €10 We have Quorn sausages and bacon to make it meat-free.Find out more »
Open Mic every Monday night from 17h–19h at The Rhodos. Sing a song, tell a joke, rap it out - its time to take centre stage.Find out more »
9am Saturday at St Jean Gymnasium All gloves and pads provided. Get fabulously fit and smash out a few jabs, crosses and hooks! Burpees, squats, lunges Plenty of options for beginners too. Please message to book 10e per session Facebook Sue Imeson PT Tel. +33(0)771129239Find out more »
It's the classic: every Tuesday is 2 for 1 pizza at Le National. Come and have any pizza in the bar and the second one is free. Simple really!Find out more »
French markets really are the best, and the Morzine market is no exception. Every Wednesday morning, head down to Carrefour carpark in the town centre to peruse locally-made cheeses, fresh fruit and veg, and artisan goods from in and around the valley. A great way to try local produce, and find unique gifts and trinkets, it's worth getting up early for!Find out more »
Every Wednesday from 18:30-21:30 at Les Rhodos Bar & Restaurant, #Morzine,Fancy a 32oz T.Bone, 16oz Rump, 10oz Sirloin, Gammon or Minted Lamb chops?! Steak from 11 Euros You can book a table online :Find out more »
It's a Coup de France match this time for the Penguins de Morzine Avoriaz, against regular adversaries, Gap. Get down to the Skoda Arena from 8pm and support the Penguins! Interseason is the best time for hockey; all the atmosphere but none of the crowds and queues!Find out more »
Much more exciting than our dodgy translation makes it sound... the Concours Agricole Communal in Châtel is a chance for local farmers to show off their prized cows, while the rest of us can eat delicious savoyard food, drink wine and soak up the atmosphere. The cows will be there from 9am, where they will be judged by cow experts (there will even be a kids cow-judging award!), followed by a lunchtime wine tasting, meal and then a cow parade…Find out more »
It's a battle of the ski towns in this round of the D2 hockey league. The Penguins of Morzine-Avoriaz will be playing Courchevel. What will the outcome be? Head on down and find out! Get your tickets HERE, on the door or watch out for free tickets in our Facebook Giveaway!Find out more »
Every Tuesday is 2 for 1 pizza at Le National. Come and have any pizza in the bar and the second one is free. Simple really!Find out more »
The Nash Quiz is a super friendly pub quiz. With general knowledge, music, picture and weekly specialist rounds and our Countdown round it is popular with tourists and locals alike. Contact us to reserve a table because on busier weeks it can fill up fast!Find out more »
Rock the Pistes is one of the events of the season in the Portes du Soleil. A music festival spread across the entire ski area, each resort hosts a series of indoor and piste-side concerts so you literally have to ski to some of the venues and party on in your ski boots. And the best part is: the festival is included in the cost of your lift pass, which some might say means it's absolutely FREE. Past acts have…Find out more »
One of our favourite summer events is launching a winter version! The Spring Lounge Music Festival takes advantage of the long, sunny days of spring to bring us a huge selection of FREE daily concerts throughout Les Gets' bars, restaurants and outdoor spaces. Expect everything from rowdy après sessions to intimate performances over dinner, and genres ranging from hip-hop to folk to jazz. It even crosses over with Rock the Pistes Festival, so expect some piste-side action as well! If…Find out more »
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I love orange. Pumpkin, rust, cinnabar, apricot, tangerine, construction cone orange, you name it. So when I saw this lovely orange jersey dress at the thrift store, I knew its rusty ruffles were coming home with me, despite the fact that it was a 3XL. No worries! I had a plan.
I slid the collar down under my arms (yep, it was that big). I took in the sides, closing the armholes while I was at it. I added bust darts to make it hang right. This meant there was now an excess of fabric at the top of the back, so I basically ran a horizontal dart all the way across to remove the extra fabric. Finally, I took the strips of binding that had been around the former armholes, cut them each in half so I had four pieces, and then attached one to each of what used to be the collar points and one to each side of the back. Tada! Tie-able straps!
I've already worn it this summer because I love of it oh so dearly, but I can seen this, paired with a nice blazer or cardigan, being my go-to outfit for autumn.


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A joint meeting Tuesday with elected officials from Aspen and Pitkin County aimed at getting the two councils they represent to agree on a future affordable housing program was not as kumbaya of a while as some had hoped.
Aspen City Councilman Ward Hauenstein said he was disappointed, discouraged and hurt by some commissioners’ comments at a meeting earlier this month in response to the city’s demand that the county lay a funding issue on the November ballot to specifically pay for new affordable housing. .
He referenced Pitkin County Commissioner Greg Poschman’s comments about the city’s 300-plus-unit Lumberyard affordable housing development that is planned across from the airport and is “stuffed…down the throat people “.
“I want to put that on the table and a subject to smooth that over and try to get our issues together,” Hauenstein said. “As a city council, we have set housing as a top priority,…it’s not just a city problem, it’s all of us…but I’m really looking at a kumbaya moment here where we’ve agreed to work together in the same direction.”
Poschman said he apologized if he offended or hurt Hauenstein’s feelings, but that didn’t change his position, based in part on voters he heard about, that the Lumberyard Project would add growth. , would consume environmental resources and could reduce the quality of life of residents. , among other concerns.
He also said he was surprised by the letter from the city asking him to ask voters a question.
“It looked like a taxpayer fundraising request with no real specific request,” Poschman said. “I think I need to figure out who it’s for, where is it going, who’s going to get it, how much is it going to cost, what cost to the community will it be and what other growth will it generate.”
He added that he had problems with the premise of the problem laid out by councilor Rachel Richards, who wrote the letter to the commissioners.
“I know Rachel has various sets of concerns, which have created guardrails for how she wants to move forward,” he said. “I think I have issues with a lot of them and I know it’s a sticky, difficult issue.”
Poschman, who was attending the meeting virtually on Zoom, said he would participate in future conversations about county funding for affordable housing, and would look to the community for alternative solutions and responses because, as he suggested, there is a lot of mistrust. , worry and fear within the Aspen-Pitkin County Housing Authority program, which operates 3,200 restricted-deed housing units.
“I sometimes wonder if APCHA has gotten so big that we’re becoming a corporate town, and I don’t like the smell of that,” he said.
Poschman’s comments drew puzzled looks from council members in the room who asked him to expand on his thought process.
There were times during the meeting when the tension between the two councils was palpable.
Richards asked him a series of questions, all pointing to who he thinks future restricted-act housing should be built for.
“Thanks, Rachel, I think that’s a loaded question as I always expect from you,” he said. “These are tough choices. If the snowplow driver can’t find a way to get housing here and…we can choose and we can provide housing for people we deem essential to maintaining services for our community.
County Commissioner Patti Clapper said she appreciates Poschman’s comments, but prioritizing and defining workers as essential is not a concept the council has discussed.
But she said she was open to working with the city in the future.
“I have always been a supporter of affordable housing and I continue to be ready, willing and able to find a way to fund it,” Clapper said.
The county spends between $1 million and $2 million a year on housing, and that money is generated through the impact fees imposed on the development of the open market.
The city generates tens of millions of dollars annually through real estate transfers and sales taxes and is a major provider of affordable housing in the valley.
The position of some municipal officials is that the municipal government cannot shoulder the burden of addressing the housing shortage and that other jurisdictions must step up their efforts.
Commissioners agreed that they would continue to discuss future sources of funding to fund specific affordable housing programs and projects.
“I feel like there’s been some tension about everyone taking their ball and going in separate directions and I hope that doesn’t happen for us in the future,” said Commissioner Kelly McNicholas Kury, suggesting that the Board and Commissioners have a retreat on the subject early in the year while her Board grapples with what funding is needed and what specific solutions. “What I would really like to work on with the city in a concerted way is to come together to develop a broader community strategic plan on housing.”
While elected officials agreed that the housing crisis was a priority for their two jurisdictions, they spent an hour discussing the topic on Tuesday, with another hour interviewing candidates for the APCHA board of directors.
Due to the flow of conversation among elected officials and the short duration of the meeting, Pitkin County Community Resilience Officer Ashley Perl refrained from showing a scheduled presentation on the city’s affordable housing programs and projects. county.

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Tom Brady sometimes trains on sand, which puts more resistance on the lower body and core. This is a great type of workout to do as a football player.
Tom Brady’s workout training routine focuses on weights four days per week during the NFL season. According to an interview with Bodybuilding.com, Brady works out Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. During his routine, Brady takes off Wednesday, Saturday, and Sundays. Rest is physically necessary so that the muscles can repair, rebuild, and strengthen. Not to mention, Brady is probably very sore and banged up from all the games he plays. Rest is extremely important for him. These three days off from weights can do more good than bad. He also does 40-60 minutes of cardio six days per week in order to improve his conditioning.
Brady constantly changes up his cardio training to keep his body guessing so that he can build even more cardiovascular and muscular endurance. He uses a variety of machines like the stepper, precor, as well as some running. In the off-season, Brady does cardio six days per week for 40-60 minutes per day; however, he does even more running than he does in-season. In the off-season he also focuses on more strength training. He increases his workout sessions 25% longer since his body isn’t sore and beat up from the NFL season.
To improve his mobility on the field and to evade pass rushes, he does a lot of drills involving shuffling, sliding, and jump roping. He also does footwork drills to improve his coordination as well as hand eye coordination drills. It appears as though he does boxing too.
In terms of his diet, Brady always tries to eat clean healthy meals and tries to consume enough protein, fruits, vegetables, granola, and nuts from natural foods. He also takes his daily vitamins as well as protein shakes and protein bars.
Back in 2000, the Patriots took Brady with the 199th pick. Many pro scouts didn’t think Brady had the proper NFL body and skill to be a dominating QB in the NFL. Look at how much he has grown over the years since his days at Michigan.
Look how far Brady has come from the picture above. Not only in terms of physique, but a man who is now considered one of the greatest quarterbacks ever. The 199th round pick from Michigan burst onto the NFL scene and has never looked back since.

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Multimeters are divided into analog multimeter and digital multimeters according to the structure of meter and method of measurement.Multimeters are a kind of electric parameter measuring instrument, and also tools that are applicable to all electric occasions.In comparison with analog multimeters, digital multimeters have the merits of higher measurement accuracy, higher input impedance, and direct reading, etc.Digital multimeters can be divided into two categories according to its appearance: handheld multimeters and desktop multimeters.
Compared to handheld multimeters, desktop multimeters are generally advantageous due to having more digits and more measuring functions and being more accurate. But desktop multimeters are more expensive, bulkier and not convenient to carry around, thus being applied mostly to production test, scientific research, and development and teaching, etc. Though handheld multimeters are inferior to the desktop ones in terms of accuracy and function, yet they are cheaper and easier to carry around; they are more applicable to households and being carried around for maintenance.
On the basis of range selection, multimeters can be further divided into two categories: auto range multimeters and manual range multimeters.Auto range multimeters and manual ones make no big difference in accuracy and function, just like the auto and manual gear cars of the same type. The major difference in the two kinds of multimeters lies in the process of range selection.The multimeter is designed with multiple measuring ranges.According to the requirements of measurement accuracy, there are three and a half digit, four and a half digit and five and a half digit multimeters. The more the digits there are, the more accurate the multimeter will be.Basic measurement parameters of multimeters are direct voltage, alternating voltage, direct current, alternating current, resistance, and capacitance, etc.
The grading of multimeters will be determined in line with the needs and the function of main IC. For instance, a multimeter that is able to measure 200V direct voltage to the utmost might have the voltage range designed as 200mV, 2V, 20V, and 200V. If a user wants to test 19.5V voltage, he/she must choose the 20V measuring range to get the most accurate reading. If 200V is selected, the given reading will be inaccurate. If 2V is chosen by accident, it will exceed the limiting value of the measuring range, the meter will display over range indication (OL). Therefore, manual range multimeters require users to try out measuring ranges from the maximum to the minimum one to test unknown parameters; users will need to change over from one range to another time after time, or to estimate the scope of the parameters to be measured in advance, and to select a range accordingly; it is prone to misoperation in this process. However, the auto range multimeters will spare users the trouble of range selection. After an electrical parameter is an input into the instrument, the chip of the instrument will figure out the range of the parameter and choose a correct measuring range. It will be more convenient and safer. But it will take the chip some time to read, analyze and judge the measuring range, it will respond to the electrical parameter and display a reading at a slower speed than the manual range multimeter. For some extremely experienced electricians who only need to test relatively simple parameters, they may give a quick valuation on the electrical parameter to be measured, and select a range accurately; the manual range multimeters will be more advantageous in quick response and lower price, compared to auto range multimeters at the same level. However, as for common users, the convenience and safety of auto range multimeters are unparalleled. As the chip of auto range multimeters keeps upgrading, the price advantage of manual range multimeters is shrinking step by step. We can believe that the auto range multimeters will gradually dominate the market.


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Today is National Voter Registration Day! While I do not follow the fad of everyday is national something day, I feel any day that explicitly calls out people to exercise their fundamental right as the citizen of their country, is worth mentioning. And in today's political climate of polarized viewpoints, where often Idealogy trumps concience and humanity, making your voice count in a democratic system is the least you can do!
If you are in the United States, today is more important than anyother as the midterm elections are right around the corner. Be a part of the referendum, do the needful, head over to headcount.org and get registered today!


Ditch sausages for a longer life, say Harvard scientists
wapping a sausage for whole grain toast, a few tomatoes or a handful of nuts could lead a much longer life, research has shown.
It might seem like a simple substitution, but exchanging just a small amount of processed red meat for plant protein reduces the risk of early death by 34 per cent. Ditching bacon and eggs could also extend life, the study suggests.
For a man, they found that switching 19g of animal protein – the equivalent of a sausage or a few slices of bacon – for nuts, vegetables, or wholegrains significantly cut the risk of early death. A woman needs to exchange just 15g from the same effect.
Substituting eggs for plant protein also led to a 19 per cent reduction in death risk.
In contrast, raising the animal protein share of calories by 10 per cent led to a 2 per cent higher risk of all-cause death and an 8 per cent greater chance of dying from a heart problem.
“Overall, our findings support the importance of the sources of dietary protein for long-term health outcomes,” said lead scientist Dr Mingyang Song, from Massachusetts General Hospital.
“While previous studies have primarily focused on the overall amount of protein intake – which is important – from a broad dietary perspective, the particular foods that people consume to get protein are equally important.
“Our findings suggest that people should consider eating more plant proteins than animal proteins, and when they do choose among sources of animal protein, fish and chicken are probably better choices.”
Animal protein foods include all types of meat, fish, eggs and dairy products such as milk and cheese. Plant sources of protein include cereals, beans, nuts, legumes, soya and bread.
The greater risk of dying linked to eating animal protein was more pronounced among people who were obese, had a history of smoking, drank heavily, and who did little exercise.
Among the healthiest participants, the association disappeared – possibly because health-conscious people tended to eat more fish and poultry rather than red and processed meat, said the researchers.
Professor Tim Key, director of Oxford University’s Cancer Epidemiology Unit, said the findings showed that cutting out processed meat was crucial to good health.
“Few previous studies have specifically addressed the relationships of mortality with animal vs plant protein, but previous long-term studies on major animal and plant foods are broadly consistent with these findings, and there are several mechanisms which could explain the findings,” he said.
“Overall, the study adds to the view that healthy diets should emphasise plant foods, including plant sources of protein, and that intakes of animal source foods – especially processed meat – should be low.”
The researchers analysed more than 3.5 million person-years of data in the study.
Dr Ian Johnson, from the Institute of Food Research in Norwich, said: “This interesting and robust work seems to support the growing consensus that diets based largely on plant foods are better for long term health than diets containing large quantities of meat and dairy products, but it tells us little about mechanism.
“It is far from clear whether plant proteins are protective or animal proteins are detrimental to health, or whether these protein levels are simply markers for something else.”
The findings are reported in the journal Jama Internal Medicine.