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Peacock's 'Sex, Lies And The College Cult' Explores The Dark World Of Larry Ray
The upcoming Peacock documentary "Sex, Lies and The College Cult," will delve into how Lawrence Ray was able to move into his daughter's college dorm, gain psychological control of her friends and form a sex cult.
“The truth is unimaginable.”
Those ominous words in the new teaser for Peacock’s documentary “Sex, Lies and The College Cult” describe the sensational case of Larry Ray, a convicted felon who moved into his daughter’s college dorm room, brainwashed her friends and started a sex cult. (Watch the teaser above.)
“Who is Larry Ray? Nobody really knows,” former NYPD Commissioner Bernie Kerik, who Ray once bragged was a close personal friend, says at the beginning of the teaser.
Ray was convicted earlier this year of 15 federal counts including, extortion, sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy in the bizarre years-long plot to gain psychological, emotional and financial control of his daughter’s friends, even forcing one into prostitution.
“It was about using sex as sort of tool to de-stabilize them and make them uncomfortable,” another source said in the trailer, later describing the shocking allegations as “the craziest story I’ve ever heard.”
The new documentary will explore how Ray became a fixture in the student’s lives and slowly used his stories of rubbing elbows with some of the country’s most elite to gain the admiration and trust of his victims.
An FBI investigation into the shocking allegations was launched after New York Magazine published “The Stolen Kids of Sarah Lawrence” in 2019, detailing the disturbing story.
The investigation concluded that Ray used physical, verbal and psychological abuse to isolate the students from their parents and gain control of their lives, even dictating what they ate or when they slept.
The students were forced to perform degrading acts captured on film or forced to falsely confess on video in relentless interrogation sessions to supposed grievances or property damage against Ray, who later used the videos to extort them for money, according to The New York Times.
In one instance he threatened to dismember a student while holding a knife and forced another woman into prostitution for years, stealing an estimated $1.7 million from her, according to New York Magazine.
“He exploited them. He terrorized them. He tortured them,” U.S. Attorney Damian Williams said after the guilty verdict was handed down. “Let me be very clear. Larry Ray is a predator. An evil man who did evil things.”
The upcoming documentary, slated to premiere Sept. 28 on Peacock, will tell the dramatic tale of deception, betrayal, extortion, torture and sex trafficking.
“Follow the shocking and unnerving story of Larry Ray and how he brainwashed students of Sarah Lawrence College into an abusive sex cult that upended their lives, and the lives of their families,” a description from Peacock reads.
Ray, who is now facing up to life in prison, is scheduled to be sentenced for his crimes later this month, according to The New York Times.


Think it will happen? I used to root heavily for JT O'Sullivan, but his performance has been declining game after game. This time (@NYG) he did seem to enjoy a better pass protection from the OL, yet he looked Alex Smith-esque in the pocket. He's been hit a lot this year and that has taken a lot of his swagger and pocket presence away. One thing is for sure, Nolan will do everything to keep his sorry butt in San Francisco and that includes giving Hill a shot at QB. What do you think?


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Associate Professor | Director, Flow Cytometry and Virometry Core | Director, Centre for Infection, Immunity and Inflammation (CI3)
Room: Roger Guindon Hall, Room 4109A (office) 4109 (lab)
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The Fullerton laboratory is interested in understanding various aspects of metabolism, with a specific focus on lipid homeostasis in liver and innate immune cells. Many fundamental cellular processes are intimately linked to lipid metabolism, and our research aims to uncover some of the underlying mechanisms by which these processes are altered in chronic diseases such as insulin resistance (which leads to type 2 diabetes) and atherosclerosis (which leads to heart disease). We use genetically engineered (knock-out and knock-in) mice, that have targeted changes to specific metabolic pathways, in combination with molecular, biochemical and cellular biology techniques to investigate changes in whole-body physiology. Our aim is to better understand how these pathways function, in normal and diseased conditions, so to potentially develop novel strategies to prevent and treat chronic metabolic diseases.
AMPK regulation of macrophage cholesterol metabolism in atherosclerosis
Heart disease is a condition that affects more than one million Canadians, and costs the Canadian healthcare system almost 21 billion dollars annually. Atherosclerosis is the buildup of cholesterol and immune cells in the lining of the arteries (atherosclerotic plaque), and is a leading cause of heart attack and stroke. In addition to heart disease risk factors such as obesity and type 2 diabetes, the way that our body handles the build up of cholesterol in the arteries is also very important. Specialized immune cells called macrophages are able to take up and store excess cholesterol, protecting the artery wall in the process. These macrophages have specialized pathways to then transfer the cholesterol they scavenge to the circulating lipoprotein “HDL”, which then carries the cholesterol to the liver, where it can be safely removed (this is why HDL-cholesterol is called the “good” cholesterol). This is known as reverse cholesterol transport. However, when this process is overwhelmed, cholesterol builds in macrophages, turning them into foam cells and causing atherosclerosis to progress. The AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) is an important metabolic regulator that ensures there is enough cellular energy, and has been shown to play important roles in carbohydrate, protein and lipid metabolism. We have evidence to suggest that AMPK favourably alters lipid metabolism and are interested in determining the role of AMPK in macrophages and atherosclerosis. We use genetically engineered mice that are lacking the AMPK gene, as well as therapeutic compounds that specifically activate AMPK to test our hypotheses. The goal of our research is to investigate and uncover novel mechanisms that contribute to atherosclerosis and heart disease in the hopes of developing more effective prevention and therapeutic strategies.
CTL1 and the role of choline uptake in metabolic disease
Choline is an essential nutrient and a key molecular building block in mammals. A fundamental component of membrane phospholipids, choline is a precursor for the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, as well is an important donor of methyl groups for epigenetic regulation. Accordingly, choline deficiency can cause developmental impairments, decreased cognitive function, liver dysfunction, and abnormalities in lipid metabolism and gene regulation. Choline is a positively charged molecule that requires transport to cross the lipid bilayer. Choline transporter-like protein-1 (CTL1) is a member of a new family of transporters and has been shown to be widely expressed and to transport choline at a high-affinity. The limited number of initial studies have used cell culture models to investigate the regulation and the associated choline transport of CTL1; however, there are no studies that have addressed the importance of CTL1 in a physiological animal model. Our research involves generating and characterizing a novel knockout mouse model, where the CTL1 gene (Slc44a1) will be targeted for disruption (CTL1 KO) and represents the necessary next step to fully understand the role of CTL1 in the transport and subsequent metabolism of choline in the body.
- Hunter RW, Foretz M, Bultot L, Fullerton MD, Deak M, Ross FA, Hawley SA, Shpiro N, Viollet B, Barron D, Kemp BE, Steinberg GR, Hardie DG, Sakamoto K. Mechanism of Action of Compound-13: An α1-Selective Small Molecule Activator of AMPK. Chem Biol. 2014 Jul 17;21(7):866-79.
- Henriksbo BD, Lau TC, Cavallari JF, Denou E, Fullerton MD, Tarnopolsky MA, Steinberg GR, Schertzer JD. Fluvastatin causes NLRP3 inflammasome-mediated adipose insulin resistance. Diabetes 2014 Jun 10. pii: DB_131398. [Epub ahead of print].
- O'Neill HM, Lally JS, Galic S, Thomas M, Azizi PD, Fullerton MD, Smith BK, Pulinilkunnil T, Chen Z, Samaan MC, Jorgensen SB, Dyck JR, Holloway GP, Hawke TJ, van Denderen BJ, Kemp BE, Steinberg GR. AMPK phosphorylation of ACC2 is required for skeletal muscle fatty acid oxidation and insulin sensitivity in mice. Diabetologia. 2014 Aug;57(8):1693-702.
- Bujak A, Blümer RM, Marcinko K, Fullerton MD, Kemp BE, Steinberg GR. Reduced skeletal muscle AMPK and mitochondrial content does not promote the development of aging-induced insulin resistance. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2014 Jul 15;117(2):171-9.
- Bojic LA, Telford DE, Fullerton MD, Ford RJ, Sutherland BJ, Edwards JY, Sawyez CG, Gros R, Steinberg GR, and Huff MW. PPARδ-specific activation in liver attenuates triglyceride accumulation via enhanced fatty acid oxidation, reduced fatty acid synthesis and improved insulin sensitivity. J Lipid Res. 2014 May 26;55(7):1254-1266.
- Samaan MC, Marcinko K, Sikkema S, Fullerton MD, Ziafazeli T, Khan MI, Steinberg GR. Endurance interval training in obese mice reduces muscle inflammation and macrophage content independently of weight loss. Physiol Rep. 2014 May 19;2(5). pii: e12012. doi: 10.14814/phy2.12012.
- Fullerton MD and Steinberg GR. ‘Presenting’ an adaptive role for AMPK. J Leukoc Biol. 2013 Dec;94(6):1099-101.
- Fullerton MD*, Galic S*, Marcinko K, Sikkema S, Pulinilkunnil T, O'Neill HM, Ford RJ, Palanivel R, O’Brien M, Hardie DG, Macaulay SL, Schertzer JD, Dyck JR, Kemp BE, Steinberg GR. A single amino acid in Acc1 and Acc2 regulates lipid homeostasis and the insulin-sensitizing effects of metformin. Nature Medicine, 2013 Dec;19(12):1649-54.
- Fullerton MD, Steinberg GR, Schertzer JD. Immunometabolism of AMPK in insulin resistance and atherosclerosis. Mol Cell Endocrinol. 2012, Feb 25;366(2):224-34
- Shulga YV, Loukov D, Ivanova PT, Milne SB, Myers DS, Hatch GM, Umeh G, Jalan D, Fullerton MD, Steinberg GR, Topham MK, Brown HA, Epand RM. Diacylglycerol Kinase Delta Promotes Lipogenesis. Biochemistry. 2013 Nov 5;52(44):7766-76
- Jorgensen SB, O'Neill HM, Sylow L, Honeyman J, Hewitt KA, Palanivel R, Fullerton MD, Öberg L, Balendran A, Galic S, van der Poel C, Trounce IA, Lynch GS, Schertzer JD, Steinberg GR. Deletion of Skeletal Muscle SOCS3 Prevents Insulin Resistance in Obesity. Diabetes. 2013 Jan;62(1):56-64.
- Basseri S, Lhoták S, Fullerton MD, Palanivel R, Jiang H, Lynn EG, Ford RJ, Maclean KN, Steinberg GR, Austin RC. Loss of TDAG51 results in mature-onset obesity, hepatic steatosis, and insulin resistance by regulating adipogenesis and lipogenesis. Diabetes. 2013 Jan;62(1):158-69.
- Palanivel R, Fullerton MD, Galic S, Honeyman J, Hewitt KA, Jorgensen SB, Steinberg GR. Reduced Socs3 expression in adipose tissue protects female mice against obesity-induced insulin resistance. Diabetologia. 2012 Nov;55(11):3083-93.
- Singh RK, Fullerton MD, Vine D, Bakovic M. Mechanisms of hypertriglyceridemia in CTP:phosphoethanolamine cytidylyltransferase (Pcyt2) deficient mice. J Lipid Res. 2012 Sept;53(9):1811-22. Citations: 2
- Hawley SA, Fullerton MD, Ross FA, Schertzer JD, Chevtzoff C, Walker KJ, Peggie MW, Zibrova D, Green KA, Mustard KJ, Kemp BE, Sakamoto K, Steinberg GR and Hardie DG. The ancient drug salicylate directly activates AMP-activated protein kinase. Science. 2012 May 18;336(6083):918-22.
- Fullerton MD*, Galic S*, Schertzer JD, Sikkema S, Marcinko K, Walkley CR, Izon D, Honeyman J, Chen ZP, van Denderen BJ, Kemp BE, Steinberg GR. Hematopoietic deletion of AMPK β1 exacerbates inflammation and hepatic insulin resistance in obesity. J Clin Invest. 2011 Dec;121(12):4903-15.
- Schertzer JD, Tamrakar AK, Magalhães JG, Pereira S, Bilan PJ, Fullerton MD, Philpott DJ, Steinberg GR, Giacca A and Klip A. NOD1 activators link innate immunity and insulin resistance. Diabetes. 2011, Sep;60(9):2206-15.
- Fullerton MD, Steinberg GR. SirT1 takes a back seat to AMPK in the regulation of insulin sensitivity by resveratrol. Diabetes 2010 Mar;59(3):551-3.
- Fullerton MD, Bakovic M. Complementation of the metabolic defect in CTP: phosphoethanolamine cytidylyltransferase (Pcyt2) deficient primary hepatocytes. Metabolism 2010 Dec;59(12):1691-700.
- Fullerton MD, Hakimuddin F, Bonen A, Bakovic M. The Development of a Metabolic Disease Phenotype in CTP:Phosphoethanolamine Cytidylyltransferase-deficient Mice. J Biol Chem. 2009 Sep 18; 284(38):25704-13. Epub 2009 Jul 22.
- Wood KC, Fullerton MD, El-Sohemy A, Bakovic M. Interactions between hepatic lipase and apolipoprotein E gene polymorphisms affect serum lipid profiles of healthy Canadian adults. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2008 Aug; 33(4): 761-8.
- Fullerton MD, Hakimuddin F, Bakovic M. Developmental and metabolic effects of disruption of the mouse CTP:phosphoethanolamine cytidylyltransferase gene (Pcyt2). Mol Cell Biol. 2007 May; 27(9): 3327-36.
- Bakovic M, Fullerton MD, Michel V. Metabolic and molecular aspects of ethanolamine phospholipid biosynthesis: the role of CTP:phosphoethanolamine cytidylyltransferase (Pcyt2). Biochem Cell Biol. 2007 Jun; 85(3): 283-300. Invited Review.
- Fullerton MD, Wagner L, Yuan Z, Bakovic M. Impaired trafficking of choline transporter-like protein-1 at plasma membrane and inhibition of choline transport in THP-1 monocyte-derived macrophages. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol. 2006 Apr; 290 (4): C1230-8.

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A mischievous monkey named Curious George achieved what millions of people could not: he escaped the Holocaust.
In the pre-dawn hours of June 14, 1940, German Jews Hans Augusto (H.A.) and Margret Rey fled Paris on a makeshift bicycle, only hours ahead of invading Nazis, carrying the manuscript of the first "Curious George" children's book. The Reys skipped the French-Spanish border, hopped a train to Portugal and sailed to Brazil before moving to New York, where "Curious George" was published in 1941 and became an instant classic.
Original art from "Curious George" and its six sequels, which have sold 25 million copies in 14 languages, are on display at the Central Library, courtesy of University of Southern Mississippi Library.
It's fantastic to realize that the beloved character so many Americans grew up with had -- like artwork from concentration camp victims -- somehow emerged unscathed from the Shoah. It's also fantastic to witness firsthand the creative process that went into the "Curious George" series and other works by the Reys, including "Pretzel Hangs A Picture" and "Raffy and the Nine Monkeys," the rare 1939 French edition in which Curious George first appeared.
The stylized watercolor and charcoal illustrations of "Curious George" are not the only things on display. So is the Reys' thought process, as we see text minimized on the page and alternate "takes" of H.A.'s art that went into the final mix. More personal artifacts include a needlepoint portrait of H.A. and a pair of "Curious George" socks that Margret had knitted for her husband.
The small exhibit is a chance to enjoy the simple charms of "Curious George" before the feckless simian is pumped through the Hollywood hype machine for a CGI-rendered Universal feature scheduled for release in 2003. You don't have to be a child to admire the craft that went into the Reys' books. Just bring your curiosity ... as George would.
"Celebrating 60 Years of Curious George: The Art of H.A. and Margret Rey" runs through July 14 at Central Library, 630 W. Fifth St., Downtown Los Angeles. Free. For exhibit hours, call (213) 228-7555. -- Michael Aushenker, Staff Writer

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October 28, 2010
Library Journal, the oldest and most esteemed publication covering the library industry, has chosen Rebecca D. Costa's The Watchman's Rattle: A Radical New Theory of Collapse as one of the best science and technology books of 2010.
Books were chosen under several headings, with The Watchman's Rattle honored by reviewer Gregg Sapp as one of two best selections for the Philosophy of Science category. Sapp released his list of winners on December 16 in Library Journal's official newsletter Booksmack!, and online at http://www.libraryjournal.com.
"The significance of the subject matter is what put The Watchman's Rattle over the top for me," said Sapp. "It was a nice complement to my list of best selections, and it certainly stands on its own as a must-read."
With nearly 7,000 books reviewed annually in the pages of Library Journal, Costa said she is humbled by the fact that hers was part of a small number chosen to be among the best.
"As a true believer in the value of libraries, I am deeply honored to be recognized by that field's premier publication," said Costa.
Numerous accolades have been bestowed upon The Watchman's Rattle, including positive reviews in Library Journal, Inc. Magazine, CNN's Larry King Live, The Huffington Post, and The New York Journal of Book Reviews. The book has also received endorsements by well known thought leaders such as Dr. Edward O. Wilson, Sir Richard Branson, Trudie Styler, Donald Trump, Bill Bradley, and Temple Grandin. Foreign rights have been secured by some of the largest international publishing houses, including those in China, Korea, Brazil, the UK and Australia. Hollywood has also taken notice, as film rights for the book are currently being discussed with several well-known producers who have an interest in adapting it into a full-length feature. In addition, it has also led to the launch of Rattler Radio – a weekly talk show where Costa offers in-depth commentary on current events and interviews with experts from around the globe.
The Watchman's Rattle is a lead title by Vanguard Press, a member of the Perseus Books Group, and was released nationwide on October 12, 2010. It speaks to our ability to thrive in the complex world we have created. It posits that the escalating complexity of our personal lives, technological capabilities, and governmental policies have led to conditions that have outpaced our ability to manage them – such as worldwide recession, global warming, and pandemic viruses. However, Costa offers an opportunity to address it, by revealing scientific evidence that the human brain can be retrained to comprehend, analyze, and resolve massively complex problems.
Additional information can be found at http://www.rebeccacosta.com, including reviews, articles, videos, archived Rattler Radio shows and upcoming appearances.
Rebecca D. Costa is a sociobiologist whose unique expertise is to spot and explain emerging trends in relationship to human evolution, global markets, and new technologies. A popular speaker at thought-leader and technology conferences, as well as major universities, she is the former CEO of Silicon Valley start-up Dazai Advertising, Inc., where her clients included such innovators as Apple Computer, Hewlett-Packard, Oracle Corporation, 3M, Amdahl, Siebel Systems and General Electric. She currently hosts a weekly talk radio show broadcast to the Central Coast region of California, and soon to other markets around the country.
About Library Journal?In its 133rd year, Library Journal is the oldest and most respected publication covering the library field. It is read by over 100,000 library directors, administrators, and staff in public, academic, and special libraries. It is the single-most comprehensive publication for librarians, with groundbreaking features and analytical news reports covering technology, management, policy, and other professional concerns.


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It's nearly the end of February; it is time to consider gardening. With the price of everything going up, this may cramp a gardener's style. For the anybody whose price- conscious, starting your plants from seedlings is an economical option? Garden centers aren't yet open.
But the unlimited selection of seeds is already on store shelves. Browse around and get ideas about what to plant this coming season. For more detail, about tower garden seedlings you can visit https://truegarden.com/tower-gardens/.
If this is your first attempt at gardening, walk around the spot where you intend to plant a garden. The ground is still frozen but begins to track the pattern of sunlight. Trees are still bare but you can envision it in its splendor come summer.
Try to work out how bright or shady the garden area will be. There is an assortment of plants for sunlight, shade or partial shade. For people who've been gardening for some time, did you take photos of your backyard this past year? Ask yourself exactly what worked and what didn't.
Care of seedlings
Beginning some crops from seeds can be quite interesting, that's if you've got the time and distance. It's not too early. Have you got new plants in your mind to enhance your garden? Starting your own seeds is a cheaper way to have a gorgeous garden.
Some annuals are easy to grow, some are somewhat more delicate. Make certain to use the starter dirt; don't scrimp on this, to ensure healthy seedlings. Water and light are the next significant step. In case you've got the space, enhance the development of your seedlings with a grow light.

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The excavated remains of this once important and influential Abbey lie in a peaceful walled garden, scented with traditional roses, home to a medieval-inspired orchard and extensive historic herb collection.
The garden has a magic of its own, offering seclusion, peace and tranquility, and a sense that there has been a working garden on site for centuries.
“Aethelgifu’s Herb Collection” includes over 100 species of herbs, and attempts to reflect what is known of their uses, particularly culinary and medicinal, in Anglo-Saxon times. The plants you see in our Anglo-Saxon collection are just a sample of the species that would have been cultivated and used by the nuns. As well as the more commonly known aromatic herbs, the garden includes unusual plants such as Woad, Marshmallow and even some poisons.
Work in the gardens was an integral part of the nuns’ spiritual and working life, since the laws of St Benedict that the nunnery followed encouraged the idea of self-sufficiency and manual labour.
The herb garden was created in 1988 during the site’s restoration, under the direction of Lady Jane Renfrew of Lucy College, Cambridge. It was named after King Alfred’s daughter, the first Abbess.
As Lady Renfrew noted, “The term herb at the time included a wide range of useful plants, not only those used in cooking or in medicine, but also dye plants, sweet strewing herbs, insecticide plants and those used in textile production and processing. In Anglo-Saxon England the monasteries and abbeys were in the forefront of knowledge about useful herbs”.
The medieval orchard blossoms in the spring and yields an interesting variety of fruit in the autumn months. It was planted in the spring of 2004. All the apples and pears are being grown on a single cordon system on the wall, a system used for many centuries where space is at a premium. The varieties have been chosen to span an historical period from the 15th century to 19th centuries. Some, such as ‘Adam’s Pearmain’ or ‘Ribston Pippin’ could have been grown in the Abbey orchard, along with Pears and Medlars in the past centuries.


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SENECA FALLS, NY - The final event in the HUNT FOR THE HUNTS, a year long research project including workshops, tours, concerts and exhibits about the life, family, home and activities of Richard P. Hunt, Waterloo developer, takes place during an open house on Sunday, January 13, 2008, 2 to 4 p.m., at the Hunt House, 401 E. Main Street, Waterloo.
Part of the continuing investigation included removing modern renovations to the Hunt House. “Original architectural features have been discovered behind bathroom walls,” said Vivien Rose, Chief of Cultural Resources at Women’s Rights NHP. “When compared with inventories taken after Richard Hunt’s death, these discoveries help us understand the historic house.” Newly-revealed shadows of walls and doorways will be visible during the open house, with a short presentation about the findings of the project at 2:30 p.m.
Included in the presentation will be archival information about the next generation of the Hunt family. Tanya Warren, curator at the Waterloo Library and Historical Society, will briefly discuss papers donated to the Waterloo Library and Historical Society by Mary Hunt, Richard P. and Sarah M’Clintock Hunt’s daughter. As a grown woman, Mary Hunt cared for Judge S. Hadley while living in the house formerly occupied by the M’Clintock family. Warren will show examples from the collection which show how the Hunt family spread across the country and away from its Quaker roots.
The HUNT FOR THE HUNTS project has been a joint undertaking of the Waterloo Library and Historical Society, the Seneca County Historian’s Office, and Women’s Rights National Historical Park. For more information contact James T. Hughes, Director, Waterloo Museums at 315-539-0533, E-mail: Terwilliger@flare.net or Vivien Rose, Chief, Cultural Resources, Women’s Rights National Historical Park at 315-568-0007, E-Mail: e-mail us.

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Vietnamise summer rolls
Brussels sprout with bacon
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fried egg chorizo sage pesto sandwich
This recipe is by Joan Nathan and takes 15 minutes. Tell us what you think of it at The New York Times - Dining - Food.
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shrimp and clam in a pesto sauce
Garlic and olive oil bruschettas
A modest Sunday brunch.
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Fresh Summer Muesli (healthinspirations.net)
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What’s the best way to calculate your true return on investment (ROI) for your paid ad campaigns? Many businesses pay for Facebook ads and Google AdWords campaigns but aren’t sure how much revenue they generate in return.
Both platforms provide feedback on the ROI that you’re getting, but often these results are skewed. Facebook and AdWords will often show that more people have made a purchase after seeing your adverts than in reality.
If you cross reference the numbers with your product pages or e-commerce store, you’ll often find that the number of conversions is slightly lower than reported by Facebook and Google AdWords. So how can you accurately see your conversions and your ROI?
Track your database for accurate ROI
You need to keep track of your online database and record your true conversions. This is the best way to get an accurate picture of the effectiveness of your campaigns.
Tracking your true conversions through your database will also save you money. If you’re paying Facebook R1000 for a certain number of impressions on your adverts, they’ll deliver that number (or close to it).
However, if you’re really only getting three-quarters of that number, you’re paying Facebook more than necessary. This means you can scale back your Facebook or AdWord spend and still reach the same number of consumers.
Double check your metrics
Keep an eye on your Google Analytics metrics and compare it to your Facebook metrics. This will give you a better understanding of your true conversions versus the number of conversions Facebook reports.
You can use this information to adjust future results from Facebook campaigns. If you know that actual sales are about three-quarters of what Facebook reports, then you can assume this is the case for all paid campaigns going forward.
This knowledge will also allow you to optimise your ad spend for future campaigns. Your database should include the number of sales and leads generated from Facebook or AdWords, and directly from your site. This will allow a quick and easy comparison.
You need to look at real figures – sales from your site, the number of visitors coming from Facebook or Google, as well as the money coming into your account. These numbers will give you a true reflection of your ROI on paid ad campaigns.
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Qatar Prince Sheikh Fahad Bin Hamad Al Thani on Thursday night had a courtesy call on with the Commerce Minister Tofael Ahmed when they held a talk on the existing bilateral diplomatic relation and on trade and commerce issues in detail. The prince also emphasized on providing especial facilities to the Bnagladeshis in Qatar markets. At the time Vorer Pata and People’s Time Editor-publisher Dr. Kazi Ertaza Hassan, Germany AL president Ratan and noted businessman Tuhu Chowdhury were present. Mentioned that the prince is on his 7-day personal Dhaka tour following an invitation by Dr. Kazi Ertaza Hassan.
- BSP newly elected leaders met Information minister Hasanul Haq Inu
- Bangladesh Judicial Service Association greets Newly Appointed Chief Justice
- Greetings on 20th birth anniversary of Dariuj Rahman, grandson of honorable minister of Housing and Public Works, engineer mosharraf hossain
- DR. KAZI ERTAZA HASSAN PRESENTS Minister Col. (Rtd) Faruk Khan CREST OF RANGPUR RIDERS

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Tonight, PopCult’s Sunday Evening Video is the 2011 Radio Free Charleston Christmas Treat. It’s a special impromptu video, shot last Wednesday night at The Blue Parrot. Prank Monkey, Johnny Compton, Jamie Skeens, and Mike Vandergriff host the electric jam sessions every Wednesday at the Parrot and they learned a special, heartwarming Christmas hymn just for the holiday season. You’ll hear this tender lullaby in this video, shot on the fly by Melanie Larch and Rudy Panucci. Listen carefully at the beginning of the video and you’ll hear Rudy beckoning Melanie to join in. Merry Christmas, everyone, and don’t forget to tip your bartender!
Yesterday in the Gift Guide, we suggested that you support local artists by frequenting the galleries that participate in ArtWalk. Today, we’re going to focus at another outlet for local artists, Charleston’s newest boutique of funky coolness, Collage, located at 805 Quarrier Street.
The dream and brainchild of artist Jamie Miller, Collage features a quirky assortment of cool, vintage clothing and jewelry, mixed with new artwork and creations by area artists like
On the left, you see fine Mountain State stemware created by Vasilia Scouras. You can find all sorts of nifty little treats and gift items at Collage and if you don’t trust your own tastes, you can always pick up a gift certificate so that the special person on your list will have the joy of opening a really nifty envelope on Christmas Day.
Collage is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM to 6 PM. Call 304-541-0778 for more details and visit their website. Collage is Charleston’s newest shopping destination for handmade art, jewelry, and vintage/altered clothing by local and national artisans. Continue reading
Today’s gift suggestion is local art. ArtWalk in downtown Charleston takes place this evening and you will have a great opportunity to visit all the local galleries and find that special objet d’art that you need for that hard to buy for person on your Christmas list. You can drop a ton of money on an original painting, or you might pick up a calendar or notecards, all featuring artwork created by the people who live in the lovely Kanawha Valley.
Among the cool items you might want to look at are calendars featuring the photography of Clayton Spangler, available at Art Emporium; antique bits of coolness at The Purple Moon and Stray Dog Antiques; hand-blown glass ornaments at Visions Day Spa; pottery by Eric Pardue and others at Taylor Books Annex Gallery; and a wide assortment of nifty artworks at Studio 1013 and Gallery 11. The possibilities are endless! Continue reading
If you’re a regular reader of PopCult, you probably know I’m a big fan of comics historian Craig Yoe. In addition to about a million other comic and cartoon related things, Craig has released a steady stream of beautifully-assembled historical comic book archives. Today, we’re going to look at five of the niftier recent tomes of Craig’s that I haven’t previously plugged in PopCult. These books can be found almost anywhere books are sold and if they’re not in stock, you can probably order them from Taylor Books in time for Christmas.
First up, we have “The Carl Barks Big Book of Barney Bear.” Carl Barks is a comic book legend, known primarily as the creator of the very best Donald Duck and Uncle Scrooge comics. While Barks made his reputation as “the good duck artist” for Walt Disney, he did lesser-known, but equally brilliant comic books starring the MGM cartoon character, Barney Bear. “The Carl Barks Big Book of Barney Bear” collects the extremely rare stories in a deluxe, full color hardcover for the very first time. It’s a fabulous collection of rarely seen work by a comic book legend.
Today’s entry in the PopCult Gift Guide is “Naked Souls,” a brand new CD by Parkersburg’s John Radcliff, a frequent guest on Radio Free Charleston and an old friend.Simply put, “Naked Souls”is an exquisite album, starting with the McCartney-esque “RocknRolla” and ending with the ultra-catchy “It’s Not The End.” Rad’s album is almost like the second coming of XTC’s “Skylarking.” I mean that as very high praise indeed.
The ten songs that make up this CD are finely crafted musical treats, with catchy melodies and clever lyrics. Radcliff’s quirky sense of humor is on display throughout, particularly in the song “My Plastic Lover,” which is about exactly what you think it is. Another highlight is the infectiously pseudo-optimistic “It Might Work Out.” Continue reading
That’s Radio Free Charleston 149, “Shredd’s Pizzeria Shirt,” at the top of this post, and it’s an early Christmas present, loaded with special gifts for our fans. We are proud to present a World Premiere music video by Sasha Colette, “Rock of Ages,” plus we have a music video by Jordan Andrew Jefferson, the RFC debut of a new band, Trielement, and we flashback to a special Christmas tune performed by RFC’s resident Diva, Melanie Larch and The Diablo Blues Band. We also have two trailers for special projects and we meet Hasbro! Continue reading
Out second item in the PopCult Gift Guide features film work of Eamon Hardiman on DVD or Blu Ray. His most recent movie, “Porkchops,” a film in which yours truly can be seen briefly sans hat, is on sale for a short time directly from Razor Sharp Studios, for a mere seven bucks (plus shippping) or ten dollars on Blu Ray.
“Porkchops” the first-ever sequel to a West Virginia-made film, tells the story of the legendary Pig-masked serial slasher, Porkchop, who mows down innocent (and not-so-innocent) victims left and right. With a lower budget and a higher sense of fun than your typical slasher movie, “Porkchops” offers just the right mix of blood, gore, boobs and cleverness to make for a fun viewing experience for the adult devotee of fine slashercentric entertainment.
If you’re curious, but not yet sold, check out the trailer for “Porkchops” on RFC 149, coming to PopCult Monday evening. Completists can also find the original movie “Porkchop” from Razor Sharp Studios, too.
The PopCult Gift Guide will continue on weekdays until December 22. Check back every day for suggestions of Pop Culture gifts for the ultra-hip, or maybe just nerdy, person on your shopping list. Also good for disaffected loners!
Today’s art is from last month’s edition of Dr. Sketchy’s Anti-Art show. This is a digital pastel sketch of Pepper Fandango and Kitty Killton. This coming Sunday Dr. Sketchy invades Lost Legion Games and Comics in South Charlestn (the new location on D Street). It’ll be a night of “Gotham City Sirens” Starring models dressed as three caped (or undraped) crusaders. It’s Sunday night starting at 7 PM. Admission is eight bucks in advance, ten dollars at the door.
Also, later tonight check back in PopCult for RFC 149 with a world premeire video by Sasha Colette, plus music by Trielement, Jordan Andrew Jefferson and Melanie Larch with The Diablo Blues Band. You’ll also see trailers for the DVD “Porkchops” and the graphic novel, “Carbon.”

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Swiss Re chief financial officer John Dacey has hinted that the company is in discussions with other investors surrounding a potential stake in the Zurich-based (re)insurer.
Speaking on the firm’s first quarter media call this morning, Dacey said - in response to a journalist’s question - that its talks with SoftBank were not exclusive and that other parties, including industry players, may be involved.
“We are not speaking exclusively to SoftBank, but having said that, those discussions are normal both with large corporate groups that might or might not be clients of Corporate Solutions, as well as potential partnerships for other initiatives we have inside the company,” he said.
However, the executive subsequently appeared to dial back his comments in response to a further question on whether its talks with the Japanese investment conglomerate were exclusive.
“We have acknowledged we are in discussions with SoftBank, those discussions are continuing, and I really wouldn’t want to speculate or hypothesise on other discussions that might or might not be occurring,” he said.
Pressed further, Dacey reminded reporters that SoftBank had made the initial approach to Swiss Re and that the parties remained in discussions.
Yesterday, Bloomberg reported that talks between the two companies over the potential investment had stalled over disagreements on the size and price of any stake that could be on offer.
Sources told the publication that while the talks had cooled off in recent weeks, they could be revived with a deal not off the table.


Huawei will be upgrading its flagship P-series in the first half of every year. At the MWC 2017 held in Barcelona, Spain, the company launched the Huawei P10, Huawei P10 Plus, & Huawei Watch 2. While we are expecting to see the Huawei P11 and P11 Plus smartphones in 2018, the company will be instead launching them as Huawei P20 and P20 Plus. There is also an affordable variant called Huawei P20 Lite.
Huawei P20, P20 Plus, & P20 Lite Smartphones to Launch at MWC 2018
(December 28th, 2017)
The earlier launched Mate 10 Lite and Mate 10 Pro along with Huawei Band 2, Huawei Scale, and Huawei 360 Camera will go on sale during the 1Q 2018. Huawei will also launch one Honor smartphone during each quarter of 2018. The company will bring two new smart wireless routers in the first two quarters. While the upcoming Huawei P devices will be launched during the MWC 2018, they will go on sale only in the Q2 2018.
Huawei is yet to confirm the naming of the upcoming Huawei P devices. According to the source, Rami Hazan, CEO of the communications division at Electra Consumer Products, confirmed the launch of Huawei P20, Huawei P20 Plus, and Huawei P20 Lite smartphones in 2018. By the end of 2018, Huawei will be coming with the successors to Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Lite smartphones.
Talking about the Huawei P20 and P20 Plus smartphones, we might see triple lens camera on the rear. With these upcoming flagship P-series devices, Leica will also participate in developing front facing camera. Based on the leaks, the rear and front cameras will be offering 40MP & 24MP resolution respectively. The triple-lens rear camera setup will also include 5x hybrid zoom and advanced night mode.
During the upcoming CES 2018, Huawei might launch the Mate 10 smartphones in the U.S market. The Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro are powered by the Kirin 970 SoC with a dedicated NPU. The device runs on the latest Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box and sports Leica dual cameras on the rear.
Huawei P20 & Huawei P20 Plus will be Unveiled on March 27th in Paris
(January 31st, 2018)
As expected, Huawei is skipping this year’s MWC to launch its latest P-series flagship smartphones. The company will be launching the Huawei P20 and Huawei P20 Plus smartphones on March 27th in Paris, France. As seen earlier, we might also see the Huawei P20 Porsche Design limited edition smartphone as well. Based on earlier leaks, the Huawei P20 and P20 Plus will come with the codenames Emily and Charlotte respectively.
Both these devices will be available in Ceramic Black and Twilight color options. Talking about the P20 Lite, it is codenamed as Anne and comes in Midnight Black, Klein Blue, and Sakura Pink color options. We should be seeing more leaks about these three upcoming Huawei smartphones in the coming weeks. Stay tuned on PhoneRadar for the pricing and availability details.
Latest: Huawei P20, P20 Pro, & P20 Lite Press Renders Leaked
Later this month, Huawei will be officially unveiling its 2018 flagship smartphones in Paris, France. Both the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro smartphones have been in the rumor mills for a long time now. Today, we the high-resolution press renders leaked in all the available color options. We also came to know the key specifications and pricing of these devices. While the P20 sports an LCD panel, the P20 Pro will be coming with an AMOLED panel.
Both the devices sports Full HD+ (2240 x 1080 pixels) display with 19:9 aspect ratio. As expected, the devices will come powered by the 10nm Kirin 970 octa-core processor coupled with 12-core Mali-G72 GPU and a dedicated NPU. Though the P20 Lite also comes with a display notch with 19:9 aspect ratio, it will be powered by a mid-range Kirin processor. Talking about the cameras, the devices sport an RGB sensor and a Monochrome sensor.
However, the P20 Pro additionally comes with a Telephoto sensor on the rear for offering 3X optical zoom. As seen last year, the P20 Lite will be missing the Leica branding. The P20 and P20 Pro will be missing the 3.5mm audio jack and expandable MicroSD card slot. The volume rocker and power button are placed on the right edge of the device. On the front, we will be looking at a display notch on the top.
Only the P20 and P20 Pro sports front facing fingerprint sensor, the P20 Lite comes with a rear-facing fingerprint sensor. The devices will also include Face Unlock feature for unlocking the device using facial recognition technology. With the glass back body, the devices might also support wireless charging. While the P20 is said to pack a 3,400mAh battery, the P20 Pro might offer a bigger 4,000mAh battery.
We also expect Huawei to offer ultra slow motion video recording feature with the P20 and P20 Pro smartphones. The Huawei P20 will be available in Black, Blue, and Gold color options. On the other hand. the Huawei P20 Pro comes in Black, Blue, and Twilight color options. Talking about the pricing, the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro might cost around EUR 680 (approx $840 / Rs. 54,500) and EUR 900 (approx $1100 / Rs. 72,000) respectively.
The Huawei P20 Lite will be the most affordable device among the lot priced at just EUR 369 (approx $450 / Rs. 29,500). We should be seeing more leaks about these upcoming Huawei smartphones in the coming days. Stay tuned on PhoneRadar for more details.
Lenovo A5 with 13MP Camera & 4000mAh Battery Launched from Rs 5,999
Lenovo K9 with HD+ 18:9 Display & Quad Cameras Launched for Rs 8,999
Honor 8X Smartphone Review – Beauty & Performance, Power Packed
Honor Magic 2 Powered by 7nm Kirin 980 SoC Launching on October 31st
Honor 8X with 6.5″ Display, Kirin 710 SoC, 20MP Dual Cameras Launched in India
Huawei Enjoy Max and Enjoy 9 Plus Smartphones Announced with 7.12” & 6.5” Displays
Xiaomi to Launch Black Shark 2 Gaming Smartphone on October 23rd
Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 with Sliding Cameras Confirmed to Launch on October 25th
Verizon Launches Palm with small 3.3” HD Display & Android 8.1
OnePlus 6T confirmed to Ship with Android Pie based Oxygen OS
Duracell Power Bank – Quality & Trust Power Packed
Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2018 Smartphone Offers, Discounts & Deals
Samsung Galaxy A9s with Quad Rear Cameras Leaked Ahead of the Official Launch
Honor 8C Announced with 6.26” Display, Snapdragon 632 SoC & 4000mAh Battery
Lenovo S5 Pro Might Sport Six Cameras, Launching on October 18th in China
Black Shark Gaming Phone Global Version to be Launched soon
Nokia 3.1 Plus with 6″ HD+ Display & 13MP Dual Cameras Launched
Samsung Launches Galaxy A9 (2018) with Four Rear Cameras & 6.3″ sAMOLED Display
Insta360 ONE X 5.7K 360 degree Action Camera Announced with FlowState Stabilisation
Huawei Watch GT Smartwatch will run Custom Software on an efficient Cortex-M4 CPU


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Died: June, 1944
Adirondack Daily Enterprise, May 21, 1948
FUNERAL RITES CONDUCTED FOR PVT. LAROSE
Relatives, friends, class mates and war time buddies paid final tribute this afternoon to Pvt. Oliver L. LaRose, 21, at military funeral services at 2 o'clock in the Church of St. Luke the Beloved Physician.
Pvt. LaRose, a World War II casualty, was killed in France in June, 1944 while serving with the Army Paratroops. His body was brought back to this country last week and was escorted to Saranac Lake yesterday.
The Rev. Ernest B. Mounsey, rector of the church, officiated at the service. Honor guards representing all veterans organizations of the village escorted the body to and from the church to its final resting place in the family plot in Pine Ridge cemetery.
Pall bearers were Raymond and Robert Dupree, Ronald Leahy, William Goetz, Thomas Oddy, Forrest Morgan, Oliver Boula and Nathan Pratt. A firing squad from the National Guard units of this village fired volleys at the grave as "Taps" were sounded by the bugler.
Pvt. LaRose was born in Saranac Lake and was graduated from the Saranac Lake High school. He was ordered to overseas duty in the fall of 1943 and was among the first unit of the paratroopers to land in France during the Normandy invasion.


GAZİRAY, which will provide the suburban service from the comfort of metro to Gaziantep, is laid by Ahmet Arslan, the Minister of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications e
In Gaziantep, the modern suburban service will be provided between the Baspinar and Oduncular.
The project aims to create sufficient traffic capacity for high-speed train, conventional train and suburban operation. The signal and electric new railway is being constructed between Başpınar-Gaziantep-Oduncular.
A nice example of cooperation between central and local government Merkezi
Gaziray Project is being implemented with the cooperation between TCDD and Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality in order to carry the contribution of İzban / Egeray Project in İzmir to the industrial and commercial capital of Gaziantep of Southeastern Anatolia.
112 New Railway
Within the scope of Gaziray Project, a total of 2 km new railway is being constructed within the 2 km route, including 25,5 suburban lines and 112 high speed train line.
Integrated with City Rail
Gaziantep station is integrated with city transportation and becomes a transfer center.
Gaziray, which will reduce the travel time between Başpınar and Oduncular to 30 minutes, will serve 5 thousand passengers daily with the trains run in 358 minutes.


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Post-secondary education (PSE) is considered to be increasingly essential in today’s fast-paced knowledge economy yet some students with the potential to succeed experience barriers to participation. Some 41% of Niagara Region’s population between the ages of 25-64 does not have post-secondary education of any type, higher than provincial and national averages. In this policy brief Dr. Cassidy uses interviews and focus groups to investigate why this number is so high. This brief is intended to encourage further dialogue on access to PSE in Niagara. Building upon data from a qualitative research study, it explores how some people in Niagara perceive the challenges and barriers to choosing post-secondary education.
Author: Kate Cassidy, Director at Brock University’s Community Learning and Youth University
Published By: Niagara Community Observatory
Publication Date: March 2015

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In a nationally televised game on Thursday evening, Arizona Football commit Tyrese Johnson showcased his talent for all to see.
If you may recall, Tyrese is the three-star wide receiver that hails from New Orleans, LA, and is arguably one of Arizona’s better commits. That shouldn’t be hard to see either, especially as he holds offers from Arkansas, Florida State, Houston, Miami, Tennessee and Mississippi State among others.
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Well, in case you needed any more proof of just how good Johnson is, he certainly showcased his talent to a nationally televised audience on Thursday evening.
Playing with KIPP Booker T. Washington High School, Johnson and his school took on Newman High School, which is led by Arch Manning (the nephew to former NFL QB’s Peyton and Eli) and future football star.
In a high scoring game with two New Orleans area high schools, it was Arch and Newman High School that arguably stole the show in their 55-22 win. However, what shouldn’t be lost in this one was the tremendous performance by Tyrese.
Standing an impressive 6-feet-1-inch and 190 pounds, he was a dominant force on Thursday evening, using his size, speed and athleticism to find the endzone, and make multiple big plays against Newman.
Normally lining up at receiver, Tyrese also got a few opportunities to play quarterback on Thursday evening, showing his versatility as an athlete. And without question Tyrese is a very good athlete, he provides the sort of fight and football ability that the Wildcats desperately need.
Here is a play in which Tyrese scampered for 41 yards, cutting and weaving through the defense, eventually scoring.
He even had a play in which he ‘Mossed’ his opponent. Meaning he caught the pass over someone’s head, much like former NFL receiver Randy Moss seemed to do.
The kid clearly has the talent and these are perhaps the types of plays we can expect from him in the future too!
At Zona Zealots, we can’t wait to see Tyrese suit up with the Wildcats! He’s truly a special football player. As always, Bear Down, Arizona!


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A mother who lives in Saudi Arabia lost custody of her four-year-old daughter after a judge ruled she was “too Western” to raise the child.
Bethany Vierra, a 32-year-old American student and yoga teacher, moved to the Islamic kingdom in 2011 to teach at a university, CNN reports.
After divorcing her Saudi husband, she fought for custody of their four-year-old daughter, Zaina.
However, her plan backfired and she was denied custody in July after a judge described her as being an unfit parent for reasons that she described as simply coming down to her being a Westerner
“The mother is new to Islam, is a foreigner in this country, and continues to definitively embrace the customs and traditions of her upbringing. We must avoid exposing (Zaina) to these customs and traditions, especially at this early age,” wrote Judge Abdul-Ellah ibn Mohammed al-Tuwaijri in his ruling.
In statements submitted to the court, Vierra ex-husband’s attorney used her social media posts as evidence to prove she lived a un-Islamic lifestyle.
In translated court documents, a summary of accusations against her includes the fact that she had gone to US festival Burning Man, which is characterised as “the world’s strangest festival” where attendees “appear in crazy clothes and stay awake all night dancing and surrounded by people wearing only shoes made of fur, or drinking drugs (sic) or cold drinks.”
According to the judge’s notes, counsel for her ex-husband also accused her of maintaining social media channels “full of nudity, intermingling of the two sexes and a lot of things and actions contrary to our religion and customs and traditions.”
In court, Vierra deemed her ex-husband unfit to being a parent and accused him of being verbally abusive and using drugs.
Her ex-husband has denied the accusations.
In July, the judge ultimately granted custody of their daughter to her Saudi grandmother who lives with Zaina’s father.
“The fact that the father is residing with his mother is likely a temporary situation,” wrote the judge.
“Knowing that it is in men’s nature not to stay at home and not to honour/fulfil parental role themselves.”
For now, the child is staying with Vierra as she has until Sunday (local time) to appeal the judge’s custody ruling.
However, Vierra’s parents told CNN that there is a warrant out for her arrest after she missed a child visitation from her ex-husband that they claim their daughter didn’t know about.
They also say that she has been banned from leaving Saudi Arabia for the next 10 years, though they were not able to provide further detail on the reason.
“She wants to have the rights to go and come. She used to have that right,” says Vierra’s father.
He said a judge also warned his daughter not to talk to the media.
Posting on her personal Facebook account last week, Vierra recounted the ordeal.
It was hard enough when the judge heard all the injustice and abuse that Z and I had endured over the years, yet still…
“It was hard enough when the judge heard all the injustice and abuse that Z and I had endured over the years, yet still ruled that I was unfit to parent simply because I am a Westerner,” Vierra wrote.
“There aren’t many things I do well, but being mother to Zaina is one thing I know that I was divinely designed to be.
“She’s my everything, my purpose, my sidekick and my joy. I’ve raised a beautiful, intelligent and healthy baby girl — and I’ve essentially done it alone.”
Vierra detailed her experience as a mother, describing how she stayed at home to raise Zaina for three years and then returned to work to support her financially after her ex-husband quit his job.
“I dropped my life, my dreams, my dear family, my incredible friends, my best years, and my beautiful country just to invest in Saudi to keep her near her roots and Saudi family,” she posted.
Recounting her PhD and masters degree in Islamic studies, Vierra explained: “I fought to bridge the gap and prevent Westerners from damagingly stereotyping Saudis, to defend and help the world relate to and humanise Islam.
“I fought to defend this country to the world, I fought to invest in this country. And yet, here I am.
“The judge’s ruling destroyed us. Zaina overheard the lawyers telling me that one of the reasons she was ruled to be removed from my custody was her being fluent in English — and not speaking Arabic well.
“She ran into my room hysterical, clinging to me and protesting that she DOES speak Arabic!!!
“For 73 minutes she clung to me, counting from one to 10 in Arabic on repeat while crying.”
Vierra went on to detail how her daughter has suffered mentally, as had starting wetting the bed, having nightmares, and crying every time she leaves the room.
“For the last year throughout this massive injustice of a legal battle — I have found myself at rock bottom, only to find myself being forced beneath whatever waste is under those rocks at the bottom of it all,” she said.
“Facing my abusers in search of justice while still they get immunity in a court of law — they commit crime after crime and walk away unscathed.
“What is my crime? Doing a handstand? Not being Saudi? Not covering my body while I was on vacation in the United States of America?
“This judge’s ruling deems the majority of the billions of people in the world unfit to parent a child.
“The judge’s ruling is far from sharia law that would protect my rights as her mother to be with my young child until she reaches the age of maturity, it’s far from international treaties that have been signed and ratified by Saudi Arabia (CRC & Cedaw) vowing to protect children from abusive environments and me from discrimination under the law.
“It’s far from the vision and direction that this country has vowed to go and I’m at a loss for words.
“Last night, I found out that the Saudi Ministry of Justice has placed me on a 10-year travel ban. Ten years! There’s also an arrest warrant out for me because since the custody ruling was issued, Zaina didn’t attend visitation sessions.
“I was confused about the change in rulings. Nobody informed me visitation should be ongoing regardless of the change to custody, not a single message or warning from Mawadah, the place that normally facilitated visitation.
“Frankly, I don’t have 10 more years of tolerating such injustice and ugliness left in me and frankly, I’m already living in prison.
“Only problem now is, Zaina is now being dragged into this prison with me.
“Zaina deserves better than this.
“Please don’t take my sunshine away.”
US citizens abroad are subject to local laws, and Saudi Arabia operates under strict sharia Islamic law.
Just this month, women in Saudi Arabia were granted the freedom to travel abroad without male permission.
Mum loses custody of her daughter for being ‘too Western to raise the child’


text: Ship Breaker (Ship Breaker #1)In America's Gulf Coast region, where grounded oil tankers are being broken down for parts, Nailer, a teenage boy, works the light crew, scavenging for copper wiring just to make quota--and hopefully live to see another day. But when, by luck or chance, he discovers an exquisite clipper ship beached during a recent hurricane, Nailer faces the most important decision of his life: Strip the ship for all it's worth or rescue its lone survivor, a beautiful and wealthy girl who could lead him to a better life... In this powerful novel, award-winning author Paolo Bacigalupi delivers a thrilling, fast-paced adventure set in a vivid and raw, uncertain future. The Drowned Cities (Ship Breaker #2) Soldier boys emerged from the darkness. Guns gleamed dully. Bullet bandoliers and scars draped their bare chests. Ugly brands scored their faces. She knew why these soldier boys had come. She knew what they sought, and she knew, too, that if they found it, her best friend would surely die. In a dark future America where violence, terror, and grief touch everyone, young refugees Mahlia and Mouse have managed to leave behind the war-torn lands of the Drowned Cities by escaping into the jungle outskirts. But when they discover a wounded half-man--a bioengineered war beast named Tool--who is being hunted by a vengeful band of soldiers, their fragile existence quickly collapses. One is taken prisoner by merciless soldier boys, and the other is faced with an impossible decision: Risk everything to save a friend, or flee to a place where freedom might finally be possible. This thrilling companion to Paolo Bacigalupi's highly acclaimed Ship Breaker is a haunting and powerful story of loyalty, survival, and heart-pounding adventure. Đây là bộ truyện theo thể loại Dystopia, 1 trong 2 cuốn trong video "top 2 of 6 genres" của Booktuber Peruseproject. Mình rất thích em Booktuber này vì mình thấy review của em ý khá chính xác, gu đọc truyện khá giống với mình và đặc biệt là cách em ý recommend truyện thì chỉ muốn đọc ngay tức khắc. Nếu các bạn biết Booktuber này hoặc tò mò muốn xem thử thì hãy đọc series này nhé. Mình cũng mới chỉ xem video này và tìm được truyện để đọc thôi nên chưa rõ cảm nghĩ ra sao. Anyway, enjoy!

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The Various Flanderizations of Matsuno Ichimatsu
so I’ve noticed that there are…a couple of issues with the way ichi is portrayed in fan works (and by that I mean he’s flanderized – which means to take one single trait of a character and to exaggerate it until it consumes their entire character – or he’s given an out-of-character portrayal altogether), and this post is here to address those issues as well as cover ways on how to give him a more accurate portrayal reminiscent of the character in the show!
do note that I am in no way trying to boss anyone around on how to portray ichi – you are free to portray him however you wish, and I totally get it if you want to explore all the different ways to do so. on the other hand, if you do want to heed my advice because you find him particularly hard to figure out (and trust me, he is), by all means, go ahead! this is partly for myself, too, as I’m writing an ichi-centric fic and want to have some sort of reference to guide me through.


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Salmon, the alluring pink-fleshed fish, has been a culinary and cultural icon for millennia. Not only is it packed with nutrients like Omega-3 fatty acids, but it also offers a versatility in the kitchen that few other fish can match. In this publication, we'll explore the rich history of salmon and delve into the differences between wild-caught and farm-raised options. We'll also discuss various cooking methods and walk you through two scrumptious recipes: a cast iron skillet recipe and a poached salmon with lemon-dill sauce recipe.
The history of salmon is intricately woven into the fabric of human civilization. Native tribes in North America, such as the Chinook and Salish, considered it a sacred element of their diet. Similarly, in Europe, salmon has been historically valued, both as a food source and symbol of natural abundance. It has even made its way into folklore and mythology; Celtic legends often mention the "Salmon of Wisdom," a creature that offers knowledge and understanding to those who consume it.
In the commercial landscape, salmon fishing became a lucrative business during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in places like Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. The advent of canning technology also made it possible to preserve and distribute salmon on a mass scale, leading to global popularity.
One of the most hotly debated topics among fish enthusiasts is the choice between wild-caught and farm-raised salmon. Each type has its pros and cons, affecting everything from taste to environmental impact.
Salmon's culinary versatility allows it to shine through various cooking methods, each imparting a unique texture and flavor profile to the fish.
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There are many things to do and see in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean, and the Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun will provide numerous ways to enjoy their delightful coastal location. This vacation spot boasts a wide selection of recreational opportunities, which means you'll have lots of fun activities to enjoy throughout your trip.
At Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun, guests will have access to one pool. You'll have so many options during your stay that you may not find many reasons to visit the site's pool, but it might provide a convenient place to lounge until your next activity. You'll also find this property is located right on the water, so you'll have a couple different ways to refresh and relax when you room here. A long soak in the whirlpool on-location is another way to spend time in the water.
Since there's no promising that you won't over-indulge on Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean's outstanding cuisine, this site can help you maintain your figure; the on-site exercise facility is bound to have all the space and equipment you need.
Tennis enthusiasts might want to consider booking this property, because the tennis facilities — located on-site — make for a pleasant afternoon activity, or sweat-breaking challenge. The court here does have lighting so you can avoid the midday rush and wait until dark to break out your racquet.
Although there isn't a golf course at Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun, you may be able to arrange some playing time nearby. Golf courses nearby are The Nicklaus Design Golf Course, Iberostar Playa Paraiso Golf Club, and El Camaleon Mayakoba. All of them are within six miles and the most nearby of the bunch, El Camaleon Mayakoba, is just a quick distance off from the lodging, so it won't be a bother to make a quick trip for some rounds on the links. You'll find a total of 18 holes at this course. It's a total of 7024 yards long, and is a par 72. If you'd like to see if it is possible to schedule a tee time, the course can be contacted at (984) 206-4653.
Travelers who appreciate a variety of watersports will have a wonderful time during their stay at Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun. The following list shows the watersports that the property has.
The accommodations at Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun cater to adult guests only, so those traveling with children will have to book elsewhere. For parents who want to take a romantic escape, however, this could be the perfect place to stay. Be aware that this property does not take bookings for guests traveling with kids under the age of 18.
One of the most anticipated activities at the accommodation is their live entertainment, which proves that staying in for the evening can be just as fun as an expensive night of bar-hopping. Generally, vacationers can enjoy live entertainment 7 days per week. However, the frequency may vary seasonally. If you want to learn more details, call the front desk at (984) 873-4880.
Another reason to spend time at this vacation destination is their several different bars, so guests can choose to meet up at their favorite one before the show.
When you've exhausted all of the nighttime entertainment options at your destination, you can seek pleasure elsewhere. The accommodations in the surrounding area have a small amount of nightlife available to you, such as what you will find listed in the chart below:
|Property Name||Location||Number of Bars||Live Entertainment|
|Ocean Maya||The Riviera Maya, Northeastern part of Playa Del Carmen||--||--|
|Bluebay Grand Esmeralda||The Riviera Maya, Northeastern part of Playa Del Carmen||3|
|Blue Diamond Riviera Maya||5.0 mi. Northeast of Central Playa del Carmen||2||--|
|Rosewood Mayakoba||4.8 mi. Northeast of Central Playa del Carmen||4||--|
|Hacienda Tres Rios All Inclusive||The Riviera Maya, Northeastern part of Playa Del Carmen||2|
|Fairmont Mayakoba||4.3 mi. Northeast of Central Playa del Carmen||5|
|Banyan Tree Mayakoba||4.0 mi. Northeast of Central Playa del Carmen||4||--|
|Grand Velas Riviera Maya||3.9 mi. Northeast of Central Playa del Carmen||5||--|
|Grand Riviera Princess||3.2 mi. Northeast of Central Playa del Carmen||15||--|
|Grand Sunset Princess||3.2 mi. Northeast of Central Playa del Carmen||10||--|
|Petit Lafitte Hotel||Playa del Carmen, Northeastern part of Playa Del Carmen||--||--|
|Viceroy Riviera Maya||Playa del Carmen, Northeastern part of Playa Del Carmen||3||--|
Not every accommodation in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean can include a spa on their amenities list, but Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun is one of the limited number of properties that can provide their guests an effortless way to forget their vacation stresses and unwind. The list below shows a sample of the available spa services:
Secrets Capri's world-class spans almost 14,000 square feet and has dozens of pampering choices. Experience relaxation through a combination of indigenous treatments and the latest hydrotherapy. With a Spoil Yourself & Repeat package, guests can be pampered and rejuvenated countless times during their stay; this package allows you to chose from multiple 25 minute specialty massages and hydrotherapy treatments at Secrets Spa by Pevonia.
In addition to all of the activities you'll find right on this property, vacationers who like to explore can find a multitude of interesting sites to see and things to do in Mexico. From an afternoon relaxing on the beach, to a few hours attending a local cultural event, there are plenty of options. Check out these articles to learn more regarding riding a bike or moped, shopping, snorkeling, diving, fishing, sightseeing, and other activities you might enjoy.
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Indiana's Lysura has partnered up with Puregrainaudio.com to offer a free download of the track "Seasons In Exile."
The track is taken from the EP "II," which is due to be released on cassette from Fragile Branch Records this summer. The track can be streamed in the player below. You can also hear the rest of the "II" release over at this location. More...
Having just wrapped up a U.S. trek with UnKured, Midwest atmospheric metal outfit Lysura is now out with a new release simply titled "II."
Featuring 18 minutes of haunting black metal (True Detective fans keep an ear out for the voiceover at the beginning...), we are proud to premiere all of "II" today, which can be heard in the player below.
Formed by ex-Acheron guitarist Max Othworth, the band originally premiered in 2012 with the release of the EP "Malignancy". With "II" the band keeps to its Dissection/Unanimated-esque roots while bringing in different elements in the vein of Akercocke along with lush atmospheres similar to Evoken and Asva.
You can hear more from the band at Facebook here, and Lysura consists of:
Max Otworth - Guitars/Vocals
Sam Jackson - Bass
Jordan Smith - Guitars
Brandon Howe - Drums More...
Indiana's Lysura will officially kick off a 2014 U.S. tour this Friday, May 2nd in Dayton, OH. Spanning just under 2 weeks, the band had the following to say about the trek:
"We are all insanely excited about the upcoming string of shows. We are looking forward to returning to some old haunts as well as playing a handful of cities for the first time. Those new to the band can expect a mesmerizing live performance that will leave spectators locked in stimulatory equilibrium. Also, be sure to check out our brothers in Unkured, who will be picking up the second leg of the tour with us. Their trashy blend of death metal will melt your faces as well as your minds! See you on the road!"
Dates for the tour are as follows:
May 2nd-Dayton OH-Blind Bobs
May 3rd-Indianapolis IN-Green Hell Arts and Music
May 4th-Lexington KY-Al's Sidecar
May 5th TBD
May 6th-ST. Louis MO-Blind Tiger
May 7th-Moline IL-Bierstube
May 8th-Columbus OH-Rehab Tavern
May 9th-Cleveland OH-Taxidermy Palace
May 10th-Pittsburgh PA-The Rock Room
May 11th-Philadelphia PA-TBD
May 12th-Brooklyn NYC-The Acheron
May 13th-Cambridge MA-Middle East
In further Lysura news, the band released new EP "II" on April 14th. Currently available as both a digital download and CD, the album will also be released in the summer on cassette by Fragile Branch Records.


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I wrote something fairly short and to-the-point for The Guardian last week on why it’s unfair and counter-productive to dismiss ‘slacktivism’ as quickly as we often do. I felt like the subject merited a bit more discussion so I’ve posted both the Guardian article and the long, unedited version of my thoughts before I stripped it down for publishing.
Don’t condemn online protest. Activism needs all the help it can get. (Originally published in The Guardian)
The revolution will not be televised, apparently. At least not on an iPhone screen if critics of slactivism are to be believed.
Those most in need of social change often face numerous barriers to participating in traditional activism. Disabled people can be restricted by physical access, migrants may have visas at stake and low-income workers may be without the time or money to travel and take part in a march. Writing off those who are unable to participate risks creating an activist hierarchy – where gains are supposedly made for the most marginalised, but their voices are shut out and ignored.
There is also a debate to be had around giving traditional methods of campaigning higher status than others. As our lives are increasingly online and the boundaries between physical and digital life blur, it makes sense for protest tactics to evolve accordingly.
It’s true that a change.org e-petition won’t start a revolution, but protest marches do not achieve their aims every time, either. Yes, not all online activism is immediately productive – sharing images to raise awareness of cancer hardly seems necessary in a country where it affects 2.5 million people – but just as we don’t lump Live Aid singles in with door-to-door donation drives, there is a diversity of activism to be found on the internet, and not all of it is lacks substance or value.
Take, for instance, the recent Anthony Nolan-backed Match4Laracampaign,which resulted in a rare stem cell tissue match for student Lara Casalotti, a feat only made possible by social media. Likewise, my own student activism saw online engagement converted into direct action when a last-minute protest amassed 200 participants thanks to a Facebook event that reached thousands of people within a day.
Rather than lamenting the death of “real” activism, charities would benefit from understanding what participation really means: true social change will only be achieved by creating new, diverse activists, and by embracing the plethora of tactics that allow them to engage in the first place. Because if social change is achieved at the expense of those already disadvantaged, has it really achieved much at all?
At some point during my degree I remember getting obsessed with a community called the Bedouin. They were Egyptian tent-dwelling people introduced to us in a Social Anthropology module; a deeply patriarchal society where women were subordinated in almost every way. With little or no resource to challenge their second-class status, the women instead developed strategies of coping and resistance, waiting until the men had gone out to gather together and sing communal songs – rude songs which poked fun at the men, ridiculing the size of their genitals and their poor hunting abilities.
An impassioned 18-year-old me – spurred on by an infantile sense of humour combined with a stubborn feminist streak which appointed these women my new heroes – wrote an essay that year about resistance, arguing that the Bedouin women made use of the only resources available to them to build a coping mechanism, and that this in itself constituted resistance and protest against a societal order they were not happy with. When no other options are accessible to you, went the argument, strategies for survival are in themselves an act of resistance.
A belief that protest should be considered in its most general sense is something I’ve carried with me through activism of various forms, and it’s something I came to think about again this week upon reading a Guardian piece entitled ‘The way charity workers encourage slactivism is dangerous’, followed by an article in which Billy Bragg laments ’the soul-sapping experience of keyboard activism’ in place of direct action. Those who gather online instead of in occupations, at marches or on the doorstep, are contributing nothing to real social change according to these arguments. On-the-ground, macho action is the only worthy kind.
What proponents of these views never acknowledge, however, is exactly who we tend to be talking about when we talk about ‘slactivism’. Often those who need social change the most find themselves – like the Bedouin women – facing numerous or impenetrable barriers to participation in traditional activism. Impoverished families, for instance, working round the clock to put food on the table with no spare time in between to pitch up at a march with a homemade banner and a megaphone. Single parents. Disabled people. Migrants who are afraid of the impact on their visa status if they get into any trouble. People from minority groups afraid of the police; those with mental health issues who can’t stand the crowds or the noise; carers. The list goes on.
Even if we take criticisms of ‘slactivism’ as only aiming at people who have the ability to take part in direct action but opt, instead, for signing an online petition, there are still questions raised about the privileging of ‘traditional’ methods over other more modern ones and whether this still stands up in 2016. A change.org petition won’t revolutionise the world, for sure – but has an A to B march neatly ticked off each of its aims every time either? Does every person whose door you knock on immediately come round to your cause and promise their vote or their bank details to you within minutes of meeting? It’s fair to say that not all online activism seems immediately productive – ‘raising awareness of cancer’, for instance, especially gets on my nerves in a world where I challenge you to find one person who hasn’t been affected in some way by its devastating hegemony – but in the same way that we don’t lump the anti-choice lobby waving pictures of dead babies in with junior doctors striking over working conditions, there is a diversity of activism to be found on the internet, and not all of it is lacking in substance or value.
Take, for instance, the transfer of transgender prisoner Tara Hudson to a women’s prison after 150,000 people signed a petition highlighting the violence she was subjected to in a male institution. More recently, research into the outcome of last year’s general election showed that a large part of the Conservative party’s success – and the failure of polls to accurately predict the outcome – was down to targeted digital campaigning which allowed the party to broadcast straight onto the timelines of people in marginal seats without the journalists and campaigners of London and other cities even noticing. It’s ‘slactivism’ which I wish hadn’t been successful, but it’s an instance in which people liking and sharing social media content literally influenced the outcome of a national election. And besides; if, as we are led to believe, our lives are playing out more and more online with the boundaries between physical and digital life blurring all the time, of course our protest tactics should be updated to reflect that.
There’s a strange irony, then, in the unwillingness of activism – a realm you might reasonably assume to be fairly progressive and forward-thinking – to move with the times. It can be seen both in a reluctance to embrace a diversity of tactics which can only serve to bolster a campaign, and in the reluctance to come round – as the realms of employment and education, for example, have – to the idea that we’re missing out on talent if we don’t adapt our practices to accommodate people who might not otherwise be able to participate. If it’s social change that we’re aiming for, it seems only logical for the interim journey to involve empowering those who will benefit from the change to partake in any way they feel possible – otherwise we end up perpetuating a system where the most privileged fight for the rights of the least privileged at the expense of their own voices.
The really progressive thing to do, rather than deriding ‘slactivism’ or labelling non-protestors lazy, would be to move towards a definition of protest which sees all contributions as worthy; where the end goal is just one desired outcome and the participation of people however they are able is a success in itself. After all, in comparing those with the relative comfort and privilege to jump into direct action at will with those for whom everyday existence is an act of defiance in itself, it seems absurd that it should be the latter who are labelled ‘slactivists’.
The Bedouin women, then, remain my feminist heroes. In a society constructed to keep you down, carving out a means by which you can survive might just be the most direct action of all.


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Admission is $10 ($7 for students.) Workshop admission includes a free roll of film and a loaner camera. All participants will receive a 10% coupon for the store! Be sure to arrive early if you want to borrow a camera as quantities are limited.
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If you are able to alter the Wi-Fi connection on your headset , consider trying another one. For instance using a mobile hotspot, you is perfect for testing . It all depends on the boot loop that your Quest 2 is stuck in the network may not be feasible for you.
Select the Restart option. It will instantly reboot or restart the Oculus Quest. Lowell has been in charge of the site since the launch of the site in the year 2006. In the past 10 years, Lowell has personally written more than 1000 pieces that have been read by more than 250 million viewers. Prior to founding How-To Geek, Lowell spent fifteen years working in IT performing consulting and databases, cybersecurity, and programming.
If you are able, be sure to allow your Quest connect to your online account prior to when the reset. If you don’t, the information will disappear for ever. Make sure the Quest 2 headset is completely shut off by pressing the power button. If you’re able successfully charge your headset properly, make sure to it by booting the device in normal mode or through a hard reboot.
Click the ‘Factory reset’ option and confirm by pressing “Reset”. In this scenario the device is stuck and cannot respond.
He’s now a keen player of technology and is a gamer which makes him an expert in all areas. When you are in the new menu, click on the connected Quest 2 headset. Based on the place and method you purchased your headset, they could also remember the device and provide the possibility of a replacement. If you’re not able to connect you Quest 2 charging , there may be a problem with the charger cable, power outlet or the power adapter. In the absence of knowing if you’re an experienced or novice to the world of VR it begin with the fundamentals. For the final option to solve the current problem, I suggest you contact Oculus Support and create a support ticket.
If it’s completely powered off and you’re ready to turn it off, hold the power switch for couple of minutes to turn off your Oculus Go back on. Simply hold your power button approximately 10 seconds and it should shut down. If that doesn’t work hold it down more time. It’ll definitely turn off the power. If you’re Oculus Go isn’t responding or the controller isn’t functioning properly, and the volume keys don’t work in the Power Off menu–it’s time for an unforced reboot. This has actually occurred to us several times. Hit the power button and again to confirm the selection.
Factory Reset Your Oculus Quest If Needed
If you do not see the factory reset option available in this option menu, you’ll have to follow the methods described in the previous section to reset the factory settings of the settings on your Oculus Quest. Click the Power button to confirm. When you submit your Support Ticket, be sure to document all the steps you’ve attempted to resolve the problem. When you’re not able to solve the issue the most effective option would be to reset the Oculus Quest 2 to factory default settings. This is particularly true in the event that you cannot turn on your headset in any way. I sincerely hope that, if you’ve gotten through this that you are able to solve the problem of booting up on Quest 2. Quest 2.
Make sure that your Quest is charged, switch your headset off, then put the headset back on. Press the power and volume-down button until you can see the screen that appears when you boot. Be aware that these are images of boot screens provided by Oculus. It might appear slightly different on your Quest however, the basic principle is identical.
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Another method worth trying is turning your headset off , and then press the power button for a longer time. If your headset remains stuck in a restart process then follow it up with a hard restart which is described in the next step. If the headset is connected to your phone it is possible to perform the factory reset via the application. Oculus Quest 2 is an amazing virtual headset to enjoy games.
How To Reset An Oculus Quest 2 With The App
But, don’t be worried, this issue can be resolved quite easily. The method to start your Oculus Quest can be found at the support site for Oculus. Restart is a word that’s used a lot however for technology products it’s a method of fixing any bugs or errors that are encountered during the process. In some instances, oculus logo appears on the screen but then the screen disappears.
How To Factory Reset Oculus Quest And Oculus Quest 2
If that happens, the most straightforward step to take is to restart it. There will be an error message that says power off/restarting, following which you will see the Oculus Quest, or Quest 2 will power down and then restart. Hit the power button located on the right side of the device.
Make sure to do an initial reset when you’re planning to sell or give away the headset , or you’ve exhausted all other possible fixes. Oculus Quest headsets are extremely user-friendly. Oculus Quest headset is simple to install and use right immediately out of the box. But, as with all technological gadgets, eventually you’re likely to run into issues. If you have an extra USB cable lying around , try to charge you Quest 2 with that one. You can test charging using another outlet at your home’s wall. You can also charge your headset via your computer as opposed to using an outlet on the wall or power adapter.


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