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The Lake Arrowhead shooter has been identified by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department as 27-year-old Travis Ikeguchi. He was extremely active in the online right-wing ecosystem of hate in the United States, regularly posting about his far-right extremist beliefs on Gab and Twitter/X. He supported Donald Trump in 2016 but became far more devoted to a Christian nationalist worldview driven by antisemitic conspiracy theory culture.
In a personal GoFundMe campaign from 2019, Ikeguchi talked about his estranged father being a police officer. Public records indicate that Ikeguchi's father was at one time a Florida Highway Patrol officer. Ikeguchi started attacking police departments online for making Pride posts on Twitter/X. In 2022, he shared a video on Gab about wanting to shoot police officers— which is what he died doing.
Ikeguchi fatally shot Laura Ann Carleton, a loving wife and mother of nine, for having a Pride flag in support of LGBTQ+ rights at her clothing store Mag.Pi in Cedar Glen, California (two hours east of Los Angeles). He spouted anti-LGBTQ+ slurs and hate speech during the incident— as he regularly did on social media. After fleeing the scene of the murder, he was confronted and killed by police in a shootout.
This killing comes in the midst of a Republican-led wave of anti-LGBTQ+ radicalism gripping Southern California. For those following these recent political attacks against LGBTQ+ existence: the rhetoric on Travis Ikeguchi's online profiles was extremely familiar.
It's clear that Ikeguchi's worldview was influenced by the far-right media landscape that has been relentlessly targeting LGBTQ+ existence. He shared Leave Our Kids Alone movement (self described "concerned parents") propaganda targeting schools for supporting LGBTQ+ rights. He ranted against vaccines and abortion rights. He joined in with anti-LGBTQ+ attacks against drag performances. He shared screenshots of being blocked by local schools he harassed for supporting LGBTQ+ people. He falsely labeled all LGBTQ+ people as groomers and child sex abusers. He demanded an end to same-sex marriage. He condemned Jewish people and Black people. He has defended Russia, Putin, and the Wagner Group. All of his posts came from the perspective of far-right Christian nationalism. He regularly envoked God, Jesus Christ, and Satan.
It's not a coincidence that this shooter favorably interacted with and often promoted content from James O'Keefe, Jordan Peterson, Matt Walsh of The Daily Wire, Andy Ngô of The Post Millenial, Rogan O'Handley of Turning Poing USA, Alex Rosen, Ethan Schmidt, OANN, Fox News, The Babylon Bee, The Gateway Pundit, and other similar right-wing provocateur pages. On Gab, his posts were even more extreme and often contained incel ideologies and Nazi imagery— though he regularly criticized neo-Nazis on Gab for not being antisemitic enough or loyal enough to Jesus Christ.
This was not a lone act by a random gunman. This was part of a Republican-led stochastic terrorism campaign. It's doubtful that this will be the last death at the hands of the Republican Party's radicalized foot soldiers— be they organized fascist militant groups or random individual terrorists.


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For many years Angela Thomas thought of the Beatitudes as a list of "Gotta Be's," as in: Gotta be meek. Gotta be merciful. And when she compared her life to the standard they set, she always felt that she came up short. But through God's great mercy, she has come to see this passage instead as a roster of "When You Are's." When you are meek, there is a spiritual inheritance. When you are merciful, you will be shown mercy.
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In late April, Jerry Rothkoff and Amanda Jacob attended the 2006 Symposium of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). During the NAELA Symposium, Mr. Rothkoff and Ms. Jacob attended seminars on “Medicare Part D,” “Veteran’s Services Available for the Elderly or Disabled Client,” “Planning Your Own Retirement,” “Guiding Your Client to get the Best Break in Caregiving,” and “Case Law Update.”
They also attended a presentation by Judith Schneider entitled “How Congress Really Works,” which provided an insider’s humorous yet sobering view on the legislative process. Mr. Rothkoff attended the “Health Care Special Interest” group breakfast featuring speaker Debbie Bushnell, the guardianship attorney for Michael Schiavo. Ms. Bushnell provided an interesting perspective on the entire Terri Schiavo case, including an overview of the legal processes involved and her personal observations.
As expected, a good deal of the focus of the Symposium was the impact of the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 (DRA) on long-term care planning, particularly Medicaid planning. One general session included a panel presentation and discussion on the specific DRA provisions and interpretations of their impact.
States have to develop their regulations and procedures to implement the DRA provisions, so it is unknown at this point how the DRA will be specifically implemented in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The Symposium also included breakout sessions where attendees could discuss alternate planning strategies in light of DRA implementation.
The problems confronting the elderly, including uninsured long-term care and health care expenses, have not been addressed or solved by the DRA or Medicare Part D. These meetings provided us the opportunity to remain up to date on changes in laws and practices. We will use this information to assist clients in addressing these problems that confront the elderly.

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HUCKNALL’S biggest school, Holgate Comprehensive, locked its doors to pupils on Thursday (June 30) as teachers went on strike in a bitter dispute over pensions and pay.
Thousands of children in Hucknall, Bulwell and the rest of Nottinghamshire had to stay at home, causing major childcare headaches for parents.
The strike involved members of the National Union of Teachers (NUT) and the Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL).
Combined, the unions have nearly 6,000 members at schools across the county. They were joined in the mass walkout by members of other public-sector unions, who are furious at government plans to restructure pension arrangements.
Teachers weren’t obliged to tell their schools whether they intended to strike but many schools announced, ahead of yesterday, whether they would close or chop some classes.
The biggest casualty of the industrial action in the Dispatch district was Holgate, which has more than 1,100 pupils.
It was the only school in Hucknall and Bulwell that was earmarked for total closure.
Others reduced the number of classes or closed to certain year-groups. These were: Annesley Primary; Annie Holgate Infant, Hucknall; Annie Holgate Junior, Hucknall; Beardall Street Primary, Hucknall; Hawthorne Primary, Bestwood Village; Hillside Primary, Hucknall; Hucknall National Primary; Leen Mills Primary, Hucknall; Hucknall National Comprehensive; and Newstead Primary.
No schools in Bulwell closed completely, although some reduced their classes.
Ralph Surman, deputy head at Cantrell Primary School in Bulwell, is also the chief executive of the ATL. He said he hoped the strike would send a clear message to the government.


When jet-powered combat aircraft first started to enter service in the mid-1940s, the US Navy was an early and enthusiastic adopter of the new technology. But they very rapidly hit a quandary.
The initial jet aircraft had been straight wing planforms, similar to the propeller driven aircraft they replaced. But even before the end of the Second World War in 1945, engineers had recognized that that to get the best performance, swept wings were necessary.
The trouble was that these created problems with much higher landing speeds. This wasn’t such an issue for land air forces, they could build longer runways. But for carrier aircraft, which needed stable low speed characteristics as they smacked onto a tiny flight deck, it was a real problem.
If the Navy went with building designs that had straight wings, they made carrier operations much safer, but ran the risk of operating aircraft that would always be inferior to land-based opposition. If they built swept wings, they could produce much more effective combat aircraft, but at the risk of them being extremely dangerous to operate.
How could they combine the low-speed stability of the straight-wing with the high performance of the swept wing?
Naturally it was Grumman – the US Navy’s prime aircraft producer – that came up with a solution.
Variable geometry wings.
This sees the wings capable of pivoting – therefore providing a wide planform for low speeds and a swept wing for high. Nowadays, we are used to aircraft with this configuration, but it was a revolutionary idea at the time. No aircraft utilizing variable-geometry had actually flown at that point; the first – Bell’s X-5 – was in development.
Grumman was making a huge technical gamble. Unfortunately, their aircraft – the XF10F Jaguar – didn’t pay out.
Or at least, not initially.
The Jaguar originated as Grumman’s Model 83, essentially a cropped delta-wing version of the F9F Panther that was in service with the US Navy. The idea was that F10F would be an evolution of the F9F and use several components of that aircraft in its construction.
Grumman issued their proposal to the Navy in September 1947, intended for it to have the afore mentioned delta wing, combined with a T-tail. Powerplant would be a Pratt & Whitney J42 turbojet engine, an American version of the British Nene, and armament four 20mm cannon, as well as hardpoints for bombs and rockets.
Though they ordered the G-83 for prototyping, the US Navy’s Bureau of Aeronautics weren’t particularly keen on the existing concept. So, they started messing around with it.
First thing they wanted was to dump the engine, and instead the Jaguar would have the new Westinghouse J40 axial-flow turbojet engine then in development. They also wanted radar, specifically the APS-25 that would be built for the F10F.
All this screwing around with the very fundamentals of the aircraft meant it wasn’t until December 1950 that an actual specification for the XF10 was agreed upon.
The aircraft was to be a shoulder-wing monoplane of all-metal construction. The nose would house the radar, and armament would be four 20mm cannon along with a maximum bombload of four thousand pounds of bombs or rockets on two underwing hardpoints.
The tail was of unusual design as well. The horizontal stabilizer was free-floating with a small foreplane directly controlled by the pilot. This moved the stabilizer up or down, more like a miniature trim tab on an elevator.
Powerplant was intended to be the Westinghouse J40-WE-8 turbojet rated at 7,400 lbf dry and 10,900 lbf with afterburner. This was expected to give the production F10F-1 a top speed clean of 710mph
The final design of the Jaguar, as it was later to be designated, was therefore a much larger and heavier aircraft than had been initially projected with the G-83 concept – in fact about two-thirds heavier and a third longer. This led to Grumman’s suggestion to use a variable-geometry wing.
It also used very little from the F9F, with just a few parts of the cockpit structure in common.
And so, the F10F Jaguar was going to be a new aircraft that utilised an experimental engine and a revolutionary concept for flight modelling that hadn’t even been made to work properly by that point. Just getting some of these things to work at an experimental level would be – and indeed were at the time – full-fledged development programs.
But with Jaguar, the Navy wanted an actual service aircraft, not just a proof-of-concept.
Of course, we should also bear in mind the circumstances of the time. The Korean War had broken out in June 1950 and military spending shot up. So in August 1950, even before the specification had been settled, the US Navy ordered ten preproduction aircraft. This was followed shortly by orders for 123 F10F-1 fighters and eight F10F-1P reconnaissance aircraft.
With money basically no object, pre-orders on the books before a prototype had even flown and built exactly to the customers specifications, everything looked rosy for the Jaguar.
It would have to be catastrophically bad to not make the cut by that point, right?
The prototype XF10F first flew on May 19, 1952 in the capable hands of test pilot Corwin “Corky” Meyer. But just getting to that point was a major achievement.
Meyer was a hugely experienced test pilot, having been a project pilot on many Grumman aircraft, performed assessments on the Japanese Mitsubishi A6M during the Second World War and been the first to fly the F9F prototype, Grumman’s first jet.
“…when I made my first run to “attempt” a liftoff, it was obvious to the audience that Grumman had come up with an airplane that would fly strangely, if at all. The airplane and I lurched up and down the runway as if one or the other, or both, were drunk.
“These attempts to fly went on for a week or so, causing much hilarity, but my real concern was that I couldn’t get the necessary feel or the required guts to fly it higher than 10 feet from terra firma.
“On May 19, 1952, I got the Jaguar up to 160 knots on the runway, at which speed the canard tail was found to have sufficient control for a first official flight. It was a disaster as far as accomplishing anything was concerned because just about every system refused to work.”
This set the pattern for the XF10.
Over the course of some thirty-two flights that Meyer made, the aircraft exhibited some nasty characteristics. At its best the aircraft was very sluggish, but at its worst it was bloody dangerous. The novel tailplane arrangement reacted poorly but could also set up violent oscillations in the aircraft. Stalling characteristics were described as vicious and considerable work went into altering the aircraft to remedy this.
Worse, the engine proved extremely poor. The J40 never achieved it’s expected output, plus the afterburning version that was intended for the production version didn’t pass reliability testing until 1952 and was thoroughly dismal.
Every test flight seemed to show up a new problem. For example, on the 23rd test flight, the canopy shattered completely, leaving only the frame.
Meyer needed to put the XF10 down in a hurry and set about making an emergency landing in the long lakebed at Edwards AFB that was used for just such a purpose. Then his chase plane called him up to tell him the face cover on his ejection seat was flapping behind him in the slip stream, indicating that it was now active and liable to fire off at any moment.
Meyer described how:
“I reached back, grabbed the rubber handle on the curtain and put it between my teeth, thinking, “What a grade-B movie this is!
“As the face curtain had fully extended, I knew the seat was armed and ready to fire, so after touching down on the lakebed and still rolling 100mph, I hurriedly unbuckled, scrambled out of the cockpit and straddled the front fuselage ahead of the windshield, facing aft.
“I had managed to get back onto the ground, and I had no taste for an ejection seat killing me by blowing me several hundred feet in the air. Several miles later, the Jaguar came to a standstill on the dry lake after completing a wide ground loop.
“We later found that debris from the canopy had pulled the firing pin 99 percent out of its detent.”
The continuous issues with the Jaguar and the J40 meant that both were doomed. In April 1953 the Navy cancelled the whole project and the production orders for the type.
The one flying prototype of the XF10F and a second one under construction were then used for barricade testing and as range targets, and so the XF10F passed into history.
No one seems to have had anything like a nice word to say about it except the only man to have flown the aircraft, “Corky” Meyer, and that in a rather barbed way.
“It was a fun airplane for me to fly because it had so much wrong with it.”
He did also state that:
‘An English test pilot made the following complete report about another airplane he had flown, and it fit my total assessment of the Jaguar perfectly: “The entrance to the cockpit of this airplane is most difficult. It should have been made impossible!”’
But despite all the issues there was one great success to spring from the Jaguar. It’s novel variable-geometry wing planform, which on the face of it seemed the most complex part of the aircraft’s development, worked extremely well.
On all the flights conducted, only once did the controls for the wing sweep fail, and they then returned to default open setting to allow safe landing as they were designed to in such a situation. In fact, the variable geometry system, despite its complexity, was the one great success on the XF10.
And this would go on to pay dividends on a later Grumman naval fighter, the F-14 Tomcat.
So, the legacy of the XF10F Jaguar isn’t all bad.


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Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital offers quality services and support for adolescents, adults, and senior adults who are struggling with benzodiazepine addiction. Located in Chattanooga, TN, Erlanger is a leading provider of benzodiazepine addiction treatment.
Learn about benzodiazepine addiction
Benzodiazepines, which are commonly referred to as benzos, are medications that are frequently prescribed to treat anxiety and insomnia. Benzos are also used in legitimate medical circumstances as muscle relaxants and to ease symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
Some commonly prescribed benzos are Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, and Valium. When prescribed by a doctor and used as directed, benzos can be extremely beneficial. Unfortunately, these drugs are often misused, which can produce a variety of negative effects, including addiction.
Benzos work by suppressing the central nervous system, which helps the user feel more calm, relaxed, and focused. Many people who abuse benzos do so to achieve that sensation of sedate euphoria.
Once you have become addicted to benzos, it can be extremely difficult to end your use of these powerful substances on your own. However, benzodiazepine addiction is a treatable condition. With the right type and level of professional care, you can achieve long-term recovery.
Statistics about benzodiazepine addiction
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institute of Health (NIH) have reported the following about benzodiazepine use and abuse in the United States:
- Between 1996 and 2013, the number of annual benzo prescriptions in the United States increased by 67%.
- Benzo use is twice as common among women as among men.
- The prevalence of benzo prescriptions is highest among men and women ages 65-80.
- More than 30% of opioid overdoses involve people who have also taken a benzodiazepine.
- In 2015, 25% of people who died as a result of opioid overdose also had benzodiazepines in their system at time of death.
Causes and risk factors for benzodiazepine addiction
Your risk of developing a benzo addiction can be influenced by a variety of factors, including the following:
- Being impulsive
- Having a family history of substance abuse or addiction
- Having a mental health disorder
- Being female
- Being around others who abuse alcohol or drugs
- Being antisocial
- Being prescribed benzos at an early age
Symptoms of benzodiazepine addiction
When used as prescribed, benzos can help you to feel less stressed, less anxious, and more confident. However, benzo abuse and addiction can lead to a variety of distressing experiences. The following are among the more common signs and symptoms that may indicate that a person is struggling with benzodiazepine abuse or addiction:
- Visiting several doctors in hopes of illicitly acquiring multiple benzo prescriptions (often referred to as “doctor shopping”)
- Social isolation
- Losing interest in things one once enjoyed
- Neglecting responsibilities at home, school, or work
- Trying to borrow or steal benzos that have been prescribed to someone else
- Poor coordination
- Rapid, involuntary eye movement
- Memory problems
- Finding it hard to pay attention
- Periods of emotional detachment
Effects of benzodiazepine addiction
Chronic benzo abuse can have a profound negative impact on many parts of a person’s life. If you or someone you care about is struggling with a benzo addiction, it’s imperative to seek help as soon as possible. Common effects of benzo addiction include the following:
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Overall decline in physical health
- Respiratory depression
- Onset or worsening of mental health concerns
- Strained or ruined personal and professional relationships
- Drop in performance at work or in school
- Financial strain
- Other forms of substance abuse
- Legal problems
- Social withdrawal or isolation
- Anxiety and depression
- Suicidal thoughts and ideation
When you seek effective professional care for benzo addiction, you can reduce your risk for outcomes such as the ones listed above. Getting help for benzo addiction will also allow you to begin to heal from any past damage that you incurred as a result of your benzo use.
Common co-occurring disorders among people who have benzodiazepine addiction
If you struggle with a benzo addiction, you may also have an increased risk for developing the following co-occurring mental health disorders:
- Bipolar disorder
- Other substance use disorders
- Depressive disorders
- Antisocial personality disorder
- Anxiety disorders
Symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawal and the potential impact of benzo overdose
Effects of withdrawal: When you become addicted to benzos, your body adapts to the presence of this substance. If you then attempt to end your benzo use, your body may respond with a variety of distressing symptoms. This experience is known as benzodiazepine withdrawal. The following are common benzo withdrawal symptoms:
- Hand tremors
- Increased pulse rate
- Brief hallucinations
Effects of overdose: Overdosing on benzos can be fatal. If someone you know has been using benzos and displays any of the following effects, it’s important to seek medical attention immediately:
- Extreme dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Loss of coordination
- Muscle weakness
- Slow, weak breaths

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Cedar Rock Country Club is located at 2065 Cedar Rock Estate Dr, Lenoir, NC 28645.
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The decades-long effort to protect the Galápagos Islands realized an important milestone on January 14 when Ecuador’s president Guillermo Lasso signed a decree to conserve more than 23,000 square miles of ocean around the Galápagos Islands and beyond.
An enduring connection
Lindblad Expeditions has had an enduring connection to the islands, ever since Lars-Eric Lindblad brought the first citizen explorers to the archipelago and funded the very first Galápagos Park Rangers. Lindblad Expeditions founder and Co-Chair of the Board, Sven Lindblad, who first visited the Galápagos Islands in 1967 as a 17-year-old, was honored to witness this historic moment alongside President Ivan Duque Marquez of Colombia; former United States President Bill Clinton; Dr. Sylvia Earle, National Geographic Explorer in Residence, and other local dignitaries including Gustavo Manrique, Ecuador’s Minister of Environment, Water and Ecological Transition.
Sven Lindblad, the founder and co-chair of the board of directors of Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic, reports live after the event.
The Galápagos Islands are a jewel of our planet.
The new Hermandad Marine Reserve expands the current Galápagos Marine Reserve by almost 50 percent and extends northwest to the Costa Rican maritime border. This swath of ocean will safeguard a migratory corridor known as the Cocos-Galápagos Swimway, which is used by sea turtles, sharks, whales, rays, and many other marine species.
Following the ceremony, Sven Lindblad said, “This is a really valuable and important step for marine protection… And hopefully these extensions will only get larger and larger over time. It's been a tremendous joy. People have come from all over the world to celebrate what Galápagos has done.”
Left to right: Ecuador's Minister of Environment, Water, and Ecological Transition Gustavo Manrique; President of Colombia Ivan Duque; President of Ecuador Guillermo Lasso Mendoza; Sven Lindblad; Sylvia Earle; Ecuador's Minister of Tourism Niels Olsen Peet; former U.S. President Bill Clinton.

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It is truly fascinating to see the political method of addressing the technological issues of calibration and uncertainty analysis applied to the topic of climate modeling as it concerns man made climate change.
First of all, there is the slow realization that those issues are of real fundamental concern. Does mankind line up behind theories that are uncalibrated and presented without competent uncertainty analysis? That is a separate issue -- a political issue -- and there would be no political concern at all if the answer wasn't at least partly 'not so fast sparky.' And so, the slow political realization that it is necessary to politically address calibration and uncertainty analysis, even if that doesn't necessarily mean address those issues in a technological fashion. A political fashion is entirely sufficient for political reasons.
I read a recent paper that purported to address climate model calibration. It was entirely about something else -- model tweaking, which is, adjusting the inputs of a given model to match a particular set of outputs. That isn't calibration. But it was presented as calibration. These politico jackasses twist the truth constantly to try and snow technical illiterates. Model calibration is, applying the model without tweaks to a range of inputs and verifying that the model outputs reproduce known outputs. Over time, it may be necessary to 'tweak' the model in order to consistently realize accurate results, but if that is forever, then the model is not really modeling anything; it is just hiding a means of converting an incomplete set of inputs into a desired output via tweaks.
So, take for example, weather modeling. A model is run, predicting tomorrows temperature fields and so on. Tomorrow arrives, and the model results can be calibrated against ground truth. It either predicted the model outputs accurately or it did so within a certain error bounds. For any given model run, the results can be 'tweaked' -- after the fact -- to reduce those error bounds for that given outcome, but then, there is a new set of inputs, a new tomorrow to predict. Will those same tweaks result in an accurate prediction of tomorrow? Weather models can be calibrated every single day, and get better over time, and still, state of the art is of the order of 10 days, maybe, with a high degree of uncertainty on the out days. Consider hurricane track predictions; they are presented as 'spaghetti plots' because that is what they look like. Not just different models, but different ensemble runs of the same model. And this is with frequent opportunity for model calibration.
Now. compare with climate models. How are they calibrated even once, much less, every single day? Think about that problem. Climate is at least as complex as the weather. We either accurately know the inputs (the parameters that we claim drive climate) today, or we know the outputs ('the' global temperature) today. If we reach back into time, we can only infer the inputs. The state of the oceans? We have a hard time catagorizing the state of the oceans thermocline distribution right now, today, much less a hundred years ago.
So I ask you to ask yourself the question; how are climate models calibrated, like weather models? The answer is, politically; by writing articles about 'climate model calibration' that are really talking about 'climate model tweaking' -- forcing a model run to line up with a desired outcome.
And then there is the -science- of uncertainty analysis. It is a science. It is not voodoo. It is not 'a monster' -- as it is described in one political science scholarly article purporting to discuss, read very carefully, "ways to talk about uncertainty" on the topic of climate modeling.
An equation is a model of some process. It may or may not be an accurate model of that process. It may be an incomplete, or partial model of that process. It might be mathematically consistent, but it might not accurately reflect reality. It requires calibration, discussed above. But beyond that, it can always be subject to the science of uncertainty analysis. An equation has inputs on the right side of the equation, and outputs/results on the left side. A given form of the equation mathematically propagates uncertainties in the inputs into a corresponding uncertainty in the outputs. With many equations, it is possible to mathematically calculate these component uncertainties attributable to each input using the method of partial derivatives. It is then possible to combine the component uncertainties into an aggregate uncertainty, and report it either as a 'worst case' uncertainty(just add them all up with the same sign) or 'Root sum square' uncertainty, which is a more probable uncertainty(meaning, if the component uncertainties can all vary w.r.t. sign and magnitude, then it is not likely that they would all happen to have the same sign at the same time, and so the worst case uncertainty is an extreme example, not a typical answer. RSS is a more 'typical' uncertainty.
If the equation is very complex and does not lend itself to easy analysis based on partial derivatives, it is always possible to just vary the inputs one at a time by plus or minus uncertainty and note the corresponding change of output(s). (It is assumed it is possible to evaluate the equation, which is the whole point.)
A computer model is not a single equation; it is a system of equations. In the case of the climate modeling debate, one that purports to spit out a number called 'the global temperature' after a lot of data destruction. It is assumed it is possible to evaluate these models. And so, it is possible to do the same thing -- vary the inputs one at a time, by plus or minus uncertainty -- and observe the change in the range of outputs. So even with complex models, it is possible to report that basic definition of output uncertainty. "We claim to know the yncalibrated model inputs with these uncertainties, plus or minus, which result in a range of model outputs of this value with this uncertainty, defined as RSS uncertainty, or this uncertainty as worst case uncertainty."
That is still separate from the issue of calibration, but it gives decision makers a means to assess the significance of the results. Unless of course the political goal is to hide the significance of the results.
So how is 'uncertainty analysis' addressed politically? By referring to it as 'a monster' and instead of simply just doing the math -- I just outlined the process -- the acolytes instead stir up and muddy the water by painting the -science- of uncertainty analysis as "Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt" mongering. Nonsense. It is science. And to claim otherwise is political science, period.
I am not providing links to the "uncertainty monster" paper that goes on for pages about how to 'talk about uncertainty in climate modeling' without ever actually talking about the science of uncertainty analysis, or "tweaking is calibration" papers. They are crap. The field is full of this political science crap. I'm done promoting crap.
(Edited by Fred Bartlett on 6/10, 5:29am)


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Indulge in the epitome of relaxation and elevate your leisurely moments with the timeless charm of an Egg Chair. Swing into Serenity becomes more than just a catchy phrase; it encapsulates the essence of unwinding in style. This iconic piece of furniture, with its cocoon-like design, not only adds a touch of sophistication to your space but also invites you to escape into a realm of tranquility. The Egg Chair’s design is a masterful blend of form and function. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, its curvilinear shape provides a snug and cozy haven, enveloping you in a sense of comfort. The distinctive egg-shaped silhouette is not only visually appealing but also serves a practical purpose – creating a private sanctuary where you can retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
What sets the Egg Chair apart is its suspended, swinging mechanism, adding an element of gentle motion to your repose. This subtle swaying motion enhances the overall experience, cradling you in a rhythmic embrace. Imagine the soothing sway as you settle into the plush cushioning, cocooned within the chair’s contours a perfect recipe for rejuvenation. It is not just a piece of furniture; it is an invitation to let go, to unwind, and to relish the serenity that comes with each gentle swing. The Egg Chair’s versatility extends beyond its aesthetic appeal and ergonomic design. Its distinct presence makes it a focal point in any setting be it a cozy reading nook, a stylish living room, or a serene garden retreat. The chair effortlessly adapts to various decor styles, adding a touch of modern elegance to both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Whether you choose a classic leather finish for a refined look or opt for vibrant upholstery to infuse a pop of color, the egg hangstoel becomes a statement piece that reflects your unique style. As you swing into serenity, the Egg Chair becomes a haven for introspection and relaxation. It encourages you to disconnect from the external chaos and reconnect with your inner self. This cocoon of comfort is not just a piece of furniture but a lifestyle choice, a commitment to self-care, and an acknowledgment of the importance of finding solace in the midst of our busy lives. In a world that often moves at a relentless pace, the Egg Chair stands as a symbol of slowing down, embracing stillness, and luxuriating in moments of quiet joy. So, unwind in style, let the gentle sway carry away your worries, and swing into serenity with the timeless allure of the Egg Chair.

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Classic Lovecraft a boy is obsessed with a tomb. A listener e-mail and The Horror word of the day. About 35 minutes.
Short Stories of horror, murder, mystery and science fiction. Listen to tales of the macabre, mysterious and paranormal. Experience discomposure and dread. Featuring stories by Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, H.G. Wells, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and others. Read by Robert Crandall.
In this story a Vampire terrorizes a young girl. Be sure to lock your doors and windows. Plus a horror word of the day. About 14 minutes. Read by Robert Crandall, All Rights reserved.
In this story a man agrees to spend the night in a haunted house. Plus a true story of horror sent in by a listener. All rights reserved.
Present at a Hanging by Ambrose Bierce. A story of a murdered peddler. Are you in Sales? This might be a little unsettling.
In this story a man sees a bloody murder in a mirror. Thanks for listening, please tell a friend.
In this story a man goes on vacation and the only room available in the Hotel is one with two beds. You’ll never look at any bed the same way again. About 35 minutes. All rights reserved
A bizarre dream on opium. Disclaimer I strongly discourage the use of any drugs. Also the Horror word of the day. Abouit 11 minutes.
GRUESOM ALERT Some portions of this episode may be unsuitable for young children. In this story the ghost of a murder victim appears at the trial of the murderer, making the jury, the judge and attorneys act strange. Also a short fiction story about b…
In this story a family is cursed and no solution can be found. About 55 minutes. All Rights Reserved.
Edgar Allan Poe dreaded being alone wrote this poem. Also a gruesome nightmare. About 8 minutes. Please share with a friend. All rights reserved.

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Scores of animal rights protesters have gathered outside a beleaguered drug-testing company.
The Huntingdon Life Sciences plant in Suffolk managed to stave off bankruptcy after deal with anonymous US backers.
Demonstrators were greeted by a heavy police presence with officer filming and noting details of every car approaching the plant.
The demonstrators have warned the company that its unnamed new financiers would be "tracked down and taught a lesson".
HLS is one of Europe's leading drug research firms. It became a target for protest after workers were filmed kicking and beating dogs used for testing three years ago.
The firm announced yesterday it had refinanced a £22.6 million loan due to be repaid to the Royal Bank of Scotland.
The bank accepted a nominal £1 payment in return for an outstanding £11 million overdraft in a secret deal brokered by the Government, reports the Independent on Sunday.
The rest of the £22.6 million loan was laid off to two US banks - Allfirst, an American subsidiary of Dublin-based Allied Irish Banks, and Comerica, based in Detroit.
The banks were told the cash would be repaid by HLS's new backers, who have been granted anonymity by the Financial Services Authority.
HLS executive chairman Andrew Baker said: "This has been a very stressful time for our workforce and worrying for our customers, but we are pleased to put to rest the question of our company's financial viability."
But Heather James, of campaign group Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty said she had little doubt that protesters would find the identities of the new backers, adding: "We will find out who they are and we will track them down and teach them a lesson so that no other company is tempted to put money into HLS like this."


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Make a Homemade Photo Valentine Card
When it comes to Valentine's Day cards, It doesn't get much less expensive than a 4×6 print. Almost every place you'd pick up prints, Walgreens, walmart, target – occasionally offer coupon codes to use in conjunction with your order. Sometimes you can even get them for FREE when you order from online photo processing places you've never used before. Use those deals to your advantage when it comes time to create Valentines for your child's classroom.
This is not a photo card – it is actually a 4×6 print that I edited in Photoshop. If you have similar software, you can do the same thing. Or, use a site like picmonkey.com or canva.com. First, I got the basic photos I wanted. Then, I designed my own 4 x 6 Valentine card with my photo editing software. Next, I uploaded the project to a photo processing site and ordered enough to hand out to my daughter's kindergarten class. I may be a bit impartial, but I think she had the cutest ones of all her classmates!


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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Sunday declared a state of disaster for all Texas counties amid protests that often turned violent this weekend. He also deployed thousands more state troopers and National Guard soldiers to Austin and other cities.
"Every Texan and every American has the right to protest and I encourage all Texans to exercise their First Amendment rights," Abbott said in a statement. "However, violence against others and the destruction of property is unacceptable and counterproductive. As protests have turned violent in various areas across the state, it is crucial that we maintain order, uphold public safety, and protect against property damage or loss. By authorizing additional federal agents to serve as Texas Peace Officers we will help protect people’s safety while ensuring that peaceful protesters can continue to make their voices heard."
Protests spurred by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis spawned street violence in Dallas, Austin, San Antonio and Houston. The Dallas Morning News reported that officials there were considering instituting a curfew after a tumultuous night that saw 90 arrests.
Abbott already activated the Texas National Guard and deployed 1,500 Department of Public Safety troopers to Texas’ largest cities on Saturday. On Sunday, he said he had ordered thousands more state troopers and more than 1,000 National Guard troops to assist local law enforcement.


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This August, Joann’s Fabrics is celebrating its 75th Anniversary by giving a gift to all of us who love fabric, crafts, paint, DIY, etc.
They are getting a makeover, and all I can say is: It’s about time.
I do like to go to my local Joann’s, but I can’t tell you how many times I’ve wanted to throw things on the floor at the checkout line (or the fabric line) and walk away. Either they don’t have enough help, or the help doesn’t care, or the place is just a mess or all of the above.
And yet, if I need plastic snaps, or a white button, or home decor fabric, or any number of sewing notions and I need it NOW, it’s the place we go.
They are starting with a name change…from Joann’s Fabrics to just Joann’s. Because they want folks to remember they are so much more than just fabric. (Honestly, I think that’s just their marketing department catching up to real life, because who of us already didn’t know that’s where to go for storage or plastic flowers or beads or…whatever.)
But the most exciting aspect is that they will be updating their 800 stores this fall and into next year. They already have a prototype store that’s been updated in Columbus OH.
Who’s up for a road trip to Columbus?
New features in Joann’s stores:
A cutting bar: You’ll be able to check in, and get a text when your fabric is cut. In the meantime, you can wander around the store. Anyone who’s ever stood in line while folks dawdle and chitchat or worse, know this can be a frustrating and time-consuming wait.
Creator’s Studio: I love this idea. You can rent a sewing machine, grab a cup of coffee, a cookie, or attend an event or class. The studio is positioned in the middle of the store, not shoved away in a corner. It’s meant to revolve around community…possibly a place for bees to meet? I don’t know how this will work but am anxious to see it in action.
A Custom Shop: Tailoring, custom design? Sounds like they are working toward a specialization that very few other places have. (With good reason.) I’m guessing this would be a place for alterations and some custom services, possibly home dec.
Expanded merchandising: They are planning on carrying more sewing machines from different manufacturers, for every budget. Obviously, this gets complicated because sewing machines need service, but we’ll see where this goes.
All of this is great news for anyone who loves crafts of any kind. And we already know that all crafts overlap. Sewists are often also knitters or scrapbookers or bakers (or gardeners…hey, Joann’s don’t forget about that!) We need a place to go that’s inspiring and caters to customers’ needs.
Of course, we still love our independent quilt shops, and they will ALWAYS be our first choice for quilt fabric. But in a world where so many shops are disappearing because of online competition, it’s good to know that someone is investing in us.
And in our $3.7 billion in discretionary spending.

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On Aug. 13, 1961, East German workers began erecting the infamous Berlin Wall, which would separate the city in two halves for more than 28 years. Take a look at what's left of the wall nearly two decades after its fall.
Spain's local elections are expected to hurt the country’s traditional powers. Voters upset about corruption and the flagging economy are backing parties like Podemos and Ciudadanos. Guy Hedgecoe reports from Madrid.
Polls have closed in Ireland, which reported high turnout in a referendum on marriage equality. Homosexuality was illegal in Ireland until 1993.
The EU's fourth Eastern Partnership summit has wrapped up with the Western bloc and its eastern neighbors reaffirming their vows of cooperation. However, the summit also exposed strains over relations with Moscow.

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Simple to use..no ads. The application is must for everyone. In today's busy life it is not easy to carry books and find time to read gita. In this ebook format it is very easy to read gita at any time.
U L Mehta ... Navigation Please add navigation to the Gita, so that we may quickly go to the chapter, or to the sanskrit shloka that we want to read. Further the shloka should be in red or blue font, in a different colour than its explanation. We should also be able to highlight any particular shloka, and mark it as a favourite. Thanks, please add these improvements soon.
Great work In today's time when you cannot afford to sit back and read. This is a fabulous way to best utilize your time while travelling, commuting or short breaks . what better could be there than reading Gita
awsome salute to that person who gave such a beautiful idea to make "GEETA" App. very helpful. i have always wanted to read GEETA but lake of time and busy shedule make me busy. but now because of this app i am able to make my wish fullfil. may god fullfil all desire of the developer :-)
जय श्रीराम। Loved it . Gita is the voice of Indianism. It is sign of our bravery and victory over bad soul that threatens mankind . I support Gitapress by heart. Bought over a hundred of books of this publication.
Simple and no nonsense app I love this app. It is simple and easy to use. It remember where i was. One suggestion if audio for only shaloka can be added then it's great.
Naraincom's Shrimad Bhagavad Gita with Vishnu Sahasranama Aarti Mahatmya Dhyanam


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Lymphoma is considered to be one of the most pressing health problems worldwide owing to its high incidence and mortality. Previous studies have shown that periplocin, a naturally occurring compound, inhibits growth and induces apoptosis in several cancers. However, the effects of periplocin on lymphoma and the underlying mechanisms of action remain unclear.
The PharmMapper database was used to predict the potential targets of periplocin. The GeneCard database was used to identify lymphoma-related genes. A few intersecting genes were obtained, and the protein-protein interaction network was visualized using STRING Gene ontology analysis. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes pathway analyses were performed using R project. MTS assay, flow cytometry, real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), and Western blotting were used to verify whether periplocin possesses anti-lymphoma activity.
A total of 216 intersecting genes were identified. Numerous cancer-related signaling pathways were visualized using Cytoscape software, with the PI3K-Akt signaling pathway being the highest-ranked pathway related to cell proliferation, apoptosis, and cell cycle progression. HuT 78 and Jurkat cell lines were used to verify the predictions. Periplocin significantly inhibited their proliferation in a dose- and time-dependent manner, but had no effect on the viability of peripheral blood lymphocytes. Flow cytometry revealed that treatment with periplocin increased the apoptotic rate and ratio of HuT 78 and Jurkat cells in the G2/M phase. CDK1 and cyclin B1 complex formation is a key gatekeeper to mitotic division in the G2/M phase. Western blot analysis revealed that periplocin significantly decreased the protein levels of CDK1 and cyclin B1; however, real-time qPCR revealed no effect on gene expression.


text: One of the major consequences of the lack of a functional VHL protein in von Hippel-Lindau disease, a rare cancer, is the constitutive activation of the HIF pathway. This activation ends up in the generation of Central Nervous System (CNS) Hemangioblastomas among other tumours along the lifespan of the patient. Nowadays, only surgery has been proven efficient as therapy since the systemic attempts have failed. Propranolol, a non-specific β1-and β2-adrenergic receptor antagonist, was recently designated as the first therapeutic (orphan) drug for VHL disease. Nevertheless, its β1 affinity provokes the decrease in blood pressure, being not recommended for low or regular blood pressure VHL patients. In order to overcome the β1-drawback, the properties of a high specific β2-adrenergic receptor blocker named ICI-118,551 have been studied. ICI-118,551 was able to decrease Hemangioblastomas cell viability in a specific manner, by triggering apoptosis. Moreover, ICI-118,551 also impaired the nuclear internalization of HIF-1α in Hemangioblastomas and hypoxic primary endothelial cells, reducing significantly the activation of HIF-target genes and halting the tumour-related angiogenic processes. In this work, we demonstrate the therapeutical properties of ICI-118,551 in VHL-derived CNS-Hemangioblastoma primary cultures, becoming a promising drug for VHL disease and other HIF-related diseases.


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So few of my pen and ink illustrations from the pre-computer days remain in my personal collection. Part of my problem with creating art is that I never have the chance to amass pieces, and I’ve been neglectful of what pieces I do have. This is a pen and ink rendering of an ant species (I can’t remember, perhaps Acanthomyrmex ) done specimen-style. By all means, view larger!
Also available in light and dark designs on clothing. “”


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Russian Agricultural Bank (RusAg) - https://www.rshb.ru/
The aim of the conference is to consolidate interdisciplinary knowledge in the field of agriculture, biology, robotics, information technology and economics to solve urgent problems of digitalization of organic livestock and crop production based on the achievements of fundamental science and the best practices of agricultural companies.
- Ground robotic systems in crop production
- Unmanned aerial vehicles in crop production
- Aerospace monitoring tools in crop production
- Robotic animal husbandry
- Digitalization of technological processes of agricultural production
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of digital technologies for the production of organic products
- Rational nature management and ecology in agricultural production
- Technologies for the production of organic agricultural products
- Market analysis of organic agricultural products
- Legal aspects of organic production
Alexander Petrikov, Head of All-Russian Institute of agrarian problems and Informatics named after A. A. Nikonov – branch of FSBSI Federal Scientific Center for Agrarian Economy and Social Development of Rural Areas VNIIESKH, Moscow, Russia.
Directions and mechanisms of innovative development of the Russian agro-industrial complex
The assessment of the level and main problems of innovative development of the agri-food sector in the context of ensuring its sustainable development is carried out. The directions and mechanisms of improving the scientific and technological policy in the agro-industrial complex in order to reduce its dependence on technology imports and the uneven innovative development of large and small businesses are considered. The proposals to develop the public and private sectors in agricultural science and a system for implementation of research results into production based on private-public partnership.
Sergey Yakhnyuk, Deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, member of the State Duma Committee on Agrarian Issues, electoral district of Kingisepp No. 112, Leningrad region, Russia.
State' place in the innovative development of agriculture in the Non-Black Earth Region of Russia
Innovation and the pace of development of agricultural sectors in the Non-Black Earth Region. Leningrad region as a region of advanced innovative development of the agricultural sector. Effectiveness of federal and regional support for investment and innovation in the agricultural sector of the region.
Johannes Egbert, Principal Dairy Consultant, GEA Farm Technologies RUS, Moscow, Russia.
Walter Weymann, Feeding expert; Specialist for herd management in milk production at GEA FT, Germany.
Automation and digitization has found its way into milk production
Large herds require standardized work processes for humans and animals to make work easier. Management processes are supported or enabled by modern applications (sensors).This leads to proactive management, which, through the early detection of problems, leads to a reduction in the use of medication, less time required for treatments and less milk loss. Extensive data on the whole milking process provide information about the work of the staff to standardize the processes as a basis for food safety combined with socio-economic relief.
Jeroen Keijzer, General director of Lely Rus. Moscow region, Russia.
30 years of improving the robotic milking system: experience, problems, solutions
Successful implementation of dairy automation in Russia and on global scale: real milk yield increases, staff reduction, more healthy cows on farms of different sizes – large and small ones. Practical farmers experience, features of the interaction between animals and robots, maintenance, and farm management issues.
Ivan Perov, DeLaval Herd Management Specialist, Honour Ph.D Student of Faculty of Veterinary Science, Adelaide University, Australia.
Robotic Dairy Systems – Change in Management Paradigm
The introduction of robotic milking systems requires a qualitative change of the existing skills and experience in managing a dairy farm. Maximum realization of the new opportunities of building all farm routines around the needs of the cow, her comfort and behaviors in order to minimize stress from interaction with humans and equipment on the farm. Improving the quality of decisions based on daily data of each individual cow creates conditions for the implementation of a pro-active model of farm management, fundamentally change the work with the herd and, as a result, increase the productive longevity of the herd.
Olga Abramova, Deputy Prime Minister of the Udmurt Republic - Minister of Agriculture and Food of the Udmurt Republic, Russia.
Specifics of government support for organic production
Trends in the development of organic agriculture in the Udmurt Republic are presented. The experience and effectiveness of promotion on the domestic and world markets of organic products produced in the region are analyzed. The possibilities of using digital technologies in the production of organic products are considered. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of the effectiveness of the system of state regulation and support for the development of organic agriculture in the Udmurt Republic.
Nikolay Gryaznov, St. Petersburg State Marine Technical University, St. Petersburg, Russia.
The concept of functionally distributed agrobot control for the implementation of autonomous mode
The supervisory mode of agrobot control involves minimizing operator intervention, which requires expanding the range of permissible conditions for autonomous functioning. The division of functions between subsystems and modules makes it possible to bring the cybernetic architecture of the robot as close as possible to the model of biological objects behavior. The adoption of technical analogs of instincts, reflexes and emotions from the point of view of ensuring (technological, environmental, physical) safety can provide a transition to a new level of reliability.
Sergey Baranov, Head of Russian office Kieselmann Fluid Process Group, Moscow, Russia.
Digitalization of deep milk processing and dairy plants management
New challenges for dairy industry. Dairy products demand structure changes. New products for new customers. Innovative solutions for deep milk processing in “future dairy products” production. The role of digital technologies in quality management improvement, international standards compliance and sustainability for dairy products quality and environmental safety of production. Import substitution and production localization for Kieselmann Group.
Аlfiya Kuznetsova, Deputy Director for Research, Institute for Strategic Research of the Republic of Bashkortostan, Ufa, Russia.
Innovations in agriculture of the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union
The report analyzes the dynamics of the use of organic fertilizers in the Russian Federation. Revealed a significant differentiation in the use of organic fertilizers when growing between crops. The positive influence of an increase in the volume of applied organic fertilizers on the possibilities of developing the production of organic products has been determined. Particular attention is paid to the problems of heterogeneity of investments and innovative development of the production of agricultural products, including organic ones, in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). A comparative analysis of the competitive advantages of innovative development of organic agriculture in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union is presented.
Karsten Berns and Tim Dellmann, Professors of Technische Universitaet Kaiserslautern, Kaiserslautern, Germany.
Towards a Realistic Simulation for Agricultural Robots
These days, agricultural tasks are getting more and more complex due to the increasing world population. Much research is going on in the area of mobile agricultural robots that can take over applications to accomplish the demand for higher productivity and the lack of manpower. The downside of developing autonomous systems in this very area is the fact that testing of these is strictly limited depending on the season and the application itself. Such testing and improving the robustness can be achieved by working in a simulated environment first which is as well a complex task as a model of the real world is simply impossible to create. This paper gives an overview of typical agricultural tasks and effects that need to be simulated and how to approach a suitable realism of simulation environments. Further, ways are described which steps are to be taken to optimize results.
- Professor Karsten Berns – TU Kaiserslautern
- Academician Alexander Kostyaev – SPC RAS
Program Committee Chair:
- Andrey Ronzhin, SPC RAS
Program Committee Members:
- Karsten Berns, Germany
- Vlado Delic, Serbia
- Joerg Doerr, Germany
- Ivan Ermolov, Russia
- Mehmet Guzey, Turkey
- Oliver Jokisch, Germany
- Ilshat Mamaev, Germany
- Francisco Mas, Spain
- Roman Meshcheryakov, Russia
- Francesco Pierri, Italy
- Mirko Rakovic, Serbia
- Noe Velazquez, Mexico
Organizing Committee Co-Chairs:
- Natalia Kashina, SPC RAS
- Anton Saveliev, SPC RAS
- Vladimir Surovtsev, SPC RAS
Organizing Committee Members:
- Marina Astapova, SPC RAS
- Polina Chernousova, SPC RAS
- Natalia Dormidontova, SPC RAS
- Dmitriy Levonevskiy, SPC RAS
- Alyona Lopotova, SPC RAS
- Anastasia Molotilova, SPC RAS
- Irina Podnozova, SPC RAS
- Irina Vatamaniuk, SPC RAS
Papers submitted to ADOP-2021 must not be under review by any other conference or publication during the review cycle, and must not be previously published or accepted for publication elsewhere. Authors are invited to submit a full paper with size of 10-12 pages formatted in the Springer style (ftp://ftp.springernature.com/cs-proceeding/llncs/word/splnproc1703.zip) using the on-line submission system (https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=adop2021).
Participation in the conference is free. Application for participation must be submitted by May 20, 2021:
The authors of the accepted articles in the conference proceedings will receive information on how to pay the registration fee in the amount 150 USD.
The accepted papers are published in ADOP-2021 proceedings in the Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies book series of Springer: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9789811633485
The books of this series are submitted to ISI Proceedings, EI-Compendex, SCOPUS and Springerlink.
The conference will be organized at the St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (St. Petersburg, Russia)
Due to measures for prevention of the spread of coronavirus infection on the territory of the Russian Federation, the conference will be held in a hybrid format: face-to-face participation taking place on the basis of St. Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (SPC RAS) (14th line VO, 39, St. Petersburg) and an on-line video conference.

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Dr. Oz gives you the tools you need to stack your diet in your favor to keep you fuller, longer while helping you shed extra pounds faster and easier.
Introducing solid food into your baby’s diet is an exciting time for any parent. In this clip, Bump.com expert and pediatrician, Dr. Alanna Levine explains what’s normal to expect and her recommendations for the best foods to get your baby started.
Click here for Dr. Oz-approved baby food recipes.
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Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley took the stage in Des Moines, Iowa tonight to win your votes. So which one did the best job of convincing you?
The candidates spoke for two hours in the CBS News debate, discussing matters both foreign and domestic.
Did Clinton, the frontrunner in many state and national polls, win over any new voters? The former Secretary of State has been plagued with controversy this year over Benghazi and the email scandals, but nothing has put a dent in her sizable lead.
Sanders remains popular among large factions of the Democratic party for being steadfast in his ideals on income inequality, equal rights and more. But did he overcome Clinton tonight?
O'Malley has been at a distant third for some time now and needs a big win to make a bigger impression among Democratic voters. So did he move the needle at all in tonight's debate?
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Rajiv Pratap Rudy said the government has set up the NSDC as a public-private partnership entity to promote private training providers.
Ambuja Cement has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), to train over a lakh people across 14 locations in the country.
The budget should make an allocation of Rs 1,000 crore towards outcome-based skill development initiatives, Dilip Chenoy tells TimesJobs.
The country will require nearly 8 crore strong skilled workforce in the construction and real estate sector by 2022, according to a report by NSDC.
India’s building, construction and real estate sector will add 7.65 crore new jobs by 2022, according to a report by National Skill Development Corporation.
In the first phase, the partners are aiming to train 1,000 youth across eight cities in customer service, tele-calling, marketing and sales skills.
"The skill gap studies indicate significant skill gap in Construction sector," Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Rajiv Pratap Rudy said.
Members of the Ennovent Circle, the Ennovent Impact Investment Holding and Upaya Social Ventures, on Tuesday said it has closed an undisclosed seed investment round in Delhi- based Anant Learning & Development.


Up for auction is a classic, well maintained 1972 Seagrave Fire Truck featuring dual inline straight 6 Waukesha Motors and a 5 speed transmission with a recently rebuilt clutch. Truck runs well but it will need carburator work before it can be driven.
Includes a 1,000-gpm pump andf 300-gallon water tank. Much of the original hose remains on the truck, and overall paint and trim are well preserved. The truck features 3-inch supply line, Jones Snap fittings, and most of its original equipment.
Magnificent peice of history that can be added to your collection or used for parades and events.
Local pickup, but keep in mind that carburator will need serviced before driving. Nationwide shipping and delivery can also be arranged for additional cost.


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Southland braces for 1-2-3 punch
The first of three major rainstorms is expected to strike the Southland today, with the storms possibly unleashing as much as 5 inches of rain in Los Angeles and 10 inches in the mountains through Sunday.
Forecasters said the first major storms of 2008 could cause the most significant rainfall to hit Southern California since January 2005. That winter, near-record rains triggered dangerous mudslides.
The National Weather Service predicted that the most powerful storm system, which is expected to land Friday, would bring “strong and possibly damaging winds.” Forecasters predicted gusts of up to 70 mph in the mountain areas and the Antelope Valley, and warned that downed trees and power lines were likely.
In Orange County and the Inland Empire, forecasters expected up to 3 inches of rain, with up to 8 inches in the mountains through Sunday.
“It’s three storms wedged one after another, with the middle one being the largest,” said Bill Patzert, a climatologist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in La Canada Flintridge.
Today’s storm is expected to bring light to moderate rain tonight. The Friday storm is expected to bring light to moderate rainfall in the morning, with the downpour intensifying later in the afternoon and overnight.
“If this delivers as advertised, we haven’t seen something like this for three years, so it will be a shocker,” Patzert said.
Forecasters warned that burned areas possibly could be hit by mudslides beginning Friday night. They also said the heavy rain could cause urban and small streams to flood, and warned of potential “life-threatening flash flooding.”
“Once we get into the rain on Saturday, that’s when the problems could start because the ground is already wet,” said Stan Wasowski, a weather service forecaster in San Diego.
Another inch of rain could fall Sunday.
The last time Los Angeles saw more than 3 inches of rain in a single month was in February 2005, when 11.02 inches of rain hit downtown Los Angeles. In January 2005, 9.32 inches of rain fell on L.A., the same month that a mudslide hit the coastal Ventura County enclave of La Conchita, killing 10 residents.
The 2004-05 rainy season nearly set a record, with more than 37 inches of rain falling on L.A., more than double the annual average of nearly 15 inches.
But weather experts say that they believe this winter’s rainy season won’t break any records. Since July 1, 3.76 inches of rain has fallen on downtown L.A.; the average for this time of year is 4.53 inches.
“The forecast is still for a dry winter, and that’s largely based on the presence of La Nina this year,” said Kelly Redmond, interim director of the Western Regional Climate Center at the Desert Research Institute in Reno.
Redmond said this year’s La Nina, a cooling of ocean temperatures along the equator from the International Date Line to Peru, has helped keep the jet stream focused on the Pacific Northwest, which has been pelted by storms this winter.
“We’ve looked at this relationship over the past 75 years, and we haven’t seen above normal rainfall years with La Nina,” Redmond said. He added that the Central Sierra is seeing only 50% to 55% of the average year’s snowpack.
Still, he said: “I’ve been surprised thus far with the vigor of the storms” in Southern California.
Meanwhile, authorities spent Wednesday preparing for the storm.
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power crews were assembling a special team to respond quickly to downed power lines, and additional crews and operators were placed on standby.
In Huntington Beach, crews cleared debris from storm drains to prevent urban flooding.
Kirsten James, water quality director of Santa Monica-based Heal the Bay, advised people to avoid going to the beach during and after the storms, as the rains flush trash and other debris into the creeks, bays and coastline.
“There will be all this bacteria that has built up and is being washed down,” James said. “We advise [residents] to stay out of the water 72 hours after a storm event.”
The storm also was expected to bring significant surf along the coast starting Friday. U.S. Coast Guard officials said they expected waves of up to 15 feet by Saturday.
“This is definitely not a time for new or inexperienced boaters to be out on the water,” Coast Guard Lt. Andrew Munoz said.
Times staff writer Paloma Esquivel contributed to this report.


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What is a buck 111?
This is an older discontinued 111 model, made between 1980-1981. This is the same size as the Buck 110 model. It features an engraved aluminum handle (has some wear) and has a satin finished blade (Looks factory restored, and is sharp). This is a lightweight knife and has excellent snap.
Are buck knives valuable?
Buck is a great American knife brand and highly desirable and collectible, as well as extremely useful for anyone who wants and uses a knife, whether it’s for everyday carry or specific tasks such as hunting, fishing or other recreational activities.
What is the most valuable buck knife?
Buck has a collection of knives called the Legacy Series. These are knives made with better materials, better craftsmanship, and higher prices. The most expensive of the series was the Buck 907 Expert Hunter. Now the most expensive is the 2018 Legacy 212 Fixed Ranger.
Is the Buck 110 worth it?
Verdict. At the end of the day, the Buck 110 is a solid knife for hunters and anglers, farmers and ranchers. The clip point, straight-edged 420HC stainless steel provides plenty of blade durability while still being relatively easy to sharpen.
What does the number on a knife blade mean?
This number tells you exactly what kind of knife you have. The first number indicates the type of material used to make the handle. The second digit gives the number of blades. The last two or more digits indicate the factory pattern number. Handle Materials.
Are buck knives still made in the USA?
Today, Buck Knives manufactures its products in Post Falls, Idaho. This process defines the best of the “Made in the USA” label.
What is a good buck knife?
Everyday Carry: 8 Best Buck Knives for EDC
- Buck 327 Nobleman. Pro: Curved, ergonomic handle.
- Buck 722 Spitfire. Pro: Multiple colors.
- Buck 110. Pro: Most reliable liner lock out there.
- Buck 290 Rush. Pro: Holds an edge well.
- Buck 847 Vantage Force Pro. Pro: Useful for hunting.
- Buck 830 Marksman Tactical.
- TOPS x Buck CSAR-T.
Is the Buck 112 worth it?
Score: 10/10. Right out of the box the Buck 112 was one of the sharpest knives I have ever handled. Thanks to its Paul Bos Heat Treat, an extremely sharp, consistent edge is able to be put on the blade, and it stays there.
Can you carry a Buck 110 in your pocket?
The man-sized Buck 110 doesn’t carry very well in your pocket and lacks the side clip featured on many modern knives, which leaves the classic Duke boys belt sheath carry as your best option.
How much does a Buck 110 knife weigh?
Let’s face it, at 7.2 ounces the Buck 110 is anything but lightweight. It’s a rather heavy fellow and you’ll certainly know you’re carrying it but with this bulk comes reassuringly sturdy performance.
Are Case knives worth collecting?
Because of the longevity of this decidedly American institution, Case Knives is widely respected and revered among knife enthusiasts, especially knife collectors. In fact, Case may be one of the most collected knife brands ever.
How old is my buck’s knife?
How Old is My Knife? BUCK’S DATE CODE CHART. The symbols stamped onto your blade indicate which year your knife was made. Please refer to this chart to find out the age of your knife. 110 & 112 Models: 1974-1980 One dot on each side of model number. 1980-1981 One dot on left side, two dots on right side. 1981-1986 Two dots on each side *2002
Are Buck Knives made in the USA?
Al Buck revolutionized the knife industry in 1964 with the infamous Model 110 Folding Hunter. The company’s innovative history and attention to quality have made for many great collectible knives. Below you will find information about USA made Buck branded pocketknives: Buck Knife Image Gallery
What is the most collectible 110 Folding Hunter knife?
Historyofthe110.com is an awesome site to learn about the 110 Folding Hunter. In addition, the Buck 112 Ranger was introduced in 1969 and is very collectible as well. Straight knives such as the 122 NEMO, General 120, 119 Special, Pathfinder 105 and Woodsman 102 are also sought after by collectors.
What are the features of a Model 110 pocket knife?
The Model 110 had modern lines, its own belt sheath and a strong and sturdy frame. When locked open, it was nearly as sturdy as a fixed blade. This knife featured die-cast brass handles, wood slab handles and a large clip blade.


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Yello Interviews: Shawn Layne, Founder of BNHO Crochet
by Karen Rollins Feb 10, 2020
Shawn Layne learned to crochet at 14 from a girl he was ‘interested in’ at the time. However, he only began to fully develop his crocheting skills in 2017 when he suffered from depression and realised how much it helped him to cope.
Now, Shawn has started a business selling his handmade crochet garments and designs.
BNHO Crochet initially began as a small enterprise servicing family and friends, but Shawn is now receiving regular commissions via social media.
Shawn shared his emotional life and business journey with Yello. He told us how important crochet has become to him, how he hopes to develop BNHO Crochet in the future, and why he loves Barbadian culture.
Describe yourself using three words.
Fun-loving, creative, musical.
Please share a bit about your childhood.
I grew up in Oistins, Christ Church and attended Christ Church Boys’ Composite School (now named Milton Lynch Primary).
I had a happy childhood. Living near the beach. My granddad was a butcher, my uncles were fishermen, my mum was a cook.
That was a time when it was understood it takes a village to raise children.
Every household in the neighbourhood played a part in the positive upbringing of the child – me included. It was safe and fun and rounded too because all kinds of characters could be found in Oistins.
Even though I have no memory of my dad and mother in a shared living situation, he was ever-present. My musical journey started at age five, with him teaching me the recorder before more instruments were added, along with the theory of music. I’m a musician and music teacher today because of my father.
My dad remains a huge inspiration to me, and most of my philosophies and beliefs are from him.
Were you always a creative person and interested in fashion?
Yes, definitely. Although I wasn’t really into fashion until about four years ago, it was another form of self-expression that became interesting to me.
Growing up, I liked drawing and creating. Tinkering, figuring stuff out, getting it wrong, and then fixing it.
At St Michael’s Secondary School, art and music became equally important to me. I was almost immediately enrolled in the school band and choir.
My eyes opened to things like drawing with pencils of different strengths, batik, tie-dye, stencils and the many uses of fabric and fibres.
At 13, one of my drawings of a shoe gained a silver award at NIFCA. (The funny story behind that is I misread the exam timetable and didn’t realise the art exam was that morning! All my art supplies were at home, but I borrowed a 2H and 3B pencil from a classmate, and another classmate loaned me his shoe, and I salvaged a grade.)
Languages were also interesting to me, the way we say and express the same thing but differently, or differences in expression based on culture – I loved that. It reminded me of different types of music based on different cultural roots.
One thing that stands out for me during my time at St Michael’s is the fact that, even though music and art are within the same department, I was made to choose between them for CXC. That was shattering. Also shattering was having to choose between Spanish and French.
But all in all, I have no complaints about my childhood at home or at school.
When did you start crocheting?
At 14, I was ‘interested’ in a girl. I used to visit her at home for more “face time” although her parents were ever watchful. She crocheted, and I asked her to teach me so that I could get closer to her even with her parents around.
Watching her turn thread into beautiful pieces was intriguing. It was a bit like the Rumpelstiltskin story!
The relationship didn’t last, but it rewarded me with a skill that over the past two years has now become as much a part of me as breathing.
In 2017 I was diagnosed with a major depressive disorder and picking back up my hooks and yarn to crochet has played, and still plays, a significant role in getting me through, as well as psychology and psychiatry sessions of course!
I crochet every day now, even if it’s just one row. Also, being the beast that depression is, sometimes the only thing that I might do the entire day is crochet.
What was the first item you crocheted?
The first completed project for me was a Rasta beanie. It was horrible. But I got progressively better. Hats and beanies were mostly what I made back then for friends and family.
Why did you start your brand BNHO Crochet?
When I picked crocheting back up and was at it every day, I needed a platform for the results to be seen.
I didn’t want it to be juxtaposed or associated with my current personal social media channels. Still, I wanted to share with other crochet makers, chat with creators, and connect with others who find solace in fibre arts.
I decided on the name BNHO because the letters, when pronounced individually and phonetically in English, translate to a Spanish speaker as ‘Bien Hecho’ which means “well done or well made” and such is the case with my work.
As a guy who crochets I was determined never to hear: “Wow, your work looks good for a guy”. The work had to be able to speak for itself without verbal defence.
I still wouldn’t call BNHO a business though. I do sell some pieces, but I prefer to keep a certain level of sentimentality for the art form.
Usually, I create an item with a wearer in mind. So, from the start I have a vision of the type of person on which I’d like to see the piece, then I’d ask someone that fits my vision if they’d like to have it.
What are some of the challenges you’ve faced starting the business? How have you overcome them?
I can’t say I have had any challenges as it relates to crocheting.
The only thing, which is not a challenge, would be when people don’t understand what goes into handmaking a piece and the intrinsic value of having an item in their wardrobe that no one else in the world has or can have.
Value and price go far beyond the cost of materials.
Have you faced any stigma as a male crochet maker?
When I was a teenager, you’d be called names for crocheting, but that was more because teenagers will be teenagers. It was nothing extreme or discouraging, though. I knew who I was or wasn’t.
Currently, the world is more accepting of differences of opinions and preferences. Gender roles are blurred, and it’s easier to do whatever pleases you. So, no stigma, just the occasional: “Wait, men do them things?” but it’s always said positively.
How has BNHO Crochet been evolving?
It’s becoming much more enjoyable as I’m learning to deal and cope with the symptoms of depression.
I concentrate much more now on design and technique and have fun playing with ideas and seeing them worn. Also, the reach has gone beyond just family and friends. Word is getting out, and I’ve been receiving commissioned pieces from strangers.
Another evolutionary step is that I now create and sell written crochet patterns online, that’s been going very well. The intention is to focus more on design, and writing patterns for my designs, which will have a wider reach than me handmaking every piece.
Who are your clients? How do they find you?
My client list ranges from babies to senior citizens, both male and female, but the popular category is ladies between 25 and 35. Boat riders, cruisers, partygoers – the fun-loving group.
Is there anything you wish you’d known before starting the business?
Not that I can think of. Crocheting is one of those things that you can jump right in and enjoy. As it relates to pricing, etc, I would probably have checked with other people that do this full-time (both local and abroad).
What are your plans for the business over the next five years?
Over the next few years, I want to do some local and regional fashion shows – I haven’t done any yet.
Some networking and then maybe get my work featured on the international stage.
What advice do you have for aspiring entrepreneurs?
Learn, learn, learn. Not just about the field but take advantage of whatever learning opportunities may become available.
Networking is also key. Make connections, meet people – again, not just in your field. Also, and most importantly; be kind, respectful and diplomatic and always be professional.
What do you love about Barbados?
Culture! And I mean that in the full extent of the meaning of the word. Food, music, people, the dialect especially (remember I love ways of self-expression).
Barbados beyond the landmass is what I love most. White sandy beaches and year-round sunshine, though lovely, are not unique to Barbados.
But a Mighty Gabby tune…A bread and two…A pushed up face when you pass somebody without speaking. Those are joys.
By far the good outweighs the bad in Barbados.
Where do you like to hang out with friends?
Naturally, being from Oistins, I love the beach. I also had my daily music lessons with my dad by the beach when I was growing up, so the beach will always be dear to my heart.
If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why?
Probably teleportation because I lose too much time commuting.
What’s your philosophy in life?
Not sure if I have a defined philosophy.
I believe in people. Individually we are imperfect, with peaks and valleys that are constantly changing, but together we fit like pieces of a puzzle. We could become the perfect human being if we’d only come together.
A former teacher, and one of my musical influences, shared a quote with me once that changed my perspective during a period of turmoil.
He said: “The only thing that is the end of the world, is the end of the world!”


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|Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary|
28:24. Here is the wickedness of those who think it no sin to rob their parents, by wheedling them or threatening them, or by wasting what they have, and running into debt. 25. Those make themselves always easy, that live in continual dependence upon God and his grace, and live by faith. 26. A fool trusts to his own strength, merit, and righteousness. And trusts to his own heart, which is not only deceitful above all things, but which has often deceived him. 27. A selfish man not only will not look out for objects of compassion, but will look off from those that call for his attention. 28. When power is put into the hands of the wicked, wise men decline public business. If the reader will go diligently over this and the other chapters, in many places where at first he may suppose there is least of Christ, still he will find what will lead to him.
Verse 26. - He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool (see Genesis 6:5; Genesis 8:21). What is here censured is that presumptuous confidence in one's own thoughts, plans, and imaginations which leads a man to neglect both God's inspirations and the counsel of others (comp. ver. 14; Proverbs 14:16). "Let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fail" (1 Corinthians 10:12). Septuagint, "Whoso trusteth to a bold heart, such a one is a fool." Whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered. This man looks outside himself for direction; be trusts in the wisdom which is from above; he walks in the fear of the Lord, and is saved from the dangers to which self-confidence exposes the fool. The best commentary on the gnome is Jeremiah 9:23, 24, "Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: but let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the Lord which exercise loving kindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the Lord,"
Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible
He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool,.... Since the thoughts and imaginations of the thoughts of the heart are only evil, and that continually; they are vain and vague, sinful and corrupt; the affections are inordinate, the conscience defiled, the understanding darkened, and the will perverse; there is no good thing in it, nor any that comes out of it, but all the reverse; it is deceitful and desperately wicked: he must be a fool, and not know the plague of his heart, that trusts in it; and even for a good man to be self-confident, and trust to the sincerity of his heart, as Peter did, or to the good frame of the heart, as many do, is acting a foolish part; and especially such are fools as the Scribes and Pharisees, who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others, when a man's best righteousness is impure and imperfect, and cannot justify him in the sight of God; it is moreover a weak and foolish part in men to trust to the wisdom and counsel of their heart, to lean to their own understanding, even it, things natural and civil, and not to ask wisdom of God, or take the advice of men, and especially it, things religious and sacred; see Proverbs 3:5;
but whoso walketh wisely; as he does who walks according to the rule of the divine word; who makes the testimonies of the Lord his counsellors; who consults with his sacred writings, and follows the directions of them; who walks as he has Christ for his pattern and example, and makes the Spirit of God his guide, and walks after him, and not after the flesh; who walks with wise men, and takes their advice in all matters of moment, not trusting to his own wisdom and knowledge; who walks as becomes the Gospel of Christ, and in all the ordinances of it; who walks inoffensively to all men, and so in wisdom towards them that are without, and in love to them who are within; who walks circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time;
he shall be delivered; he shall be delivered from the snares of his own deceitful heart, which he will not trust; and from the temptations of Satan; and from all afflictions and troubles he meets with in the way; and from a final and total falling away; and from eternal death and destruction: "he shall be saved", as some versions render it, even with an everlasting salvation. The Targum is,
"he shall be protected from evil.''
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
26. (Compare Pr 3:6-8).
walketh wisely—that is, trusting in God (Pr 22:17-19).
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I was out last night shooting pictures with my Nikon and my quadcopter. Finally got some cool shots of the maturing corn in the neighborhood. It’s really taking off and it’s hard to describe to friends and family back home in California. I hope this picture does it justice! Also got some artsy shots down by the train tracks in Booneville / Van Meter Iowa. Here are a couple.
Here’s a cool video that I shot yesterday in Booneville, IA. It’s about 15 minutes from our home and a place that I haven’t been to before. I actually drove back over to get this video because I thought it was such a neat spot. The train bridge and the river beach were two cool highlights. We’ll be back, hopefully with the dog, this summer!


Having sparked rumors about a collaboration project with Disclosure earlier this year, Nile Rodgers is bringing summer vibes through to the fall season and has officially released his partnered project with Sam Smith, Jimmy Napes and Disclosure, titled “Together.” Exuding a warm and funky vibe, the track builds on Disclosure’s signature guitar riffs laced perfectly with vocal charm courtesy of Nile Rodgers and Sam Smith, with production at the hand of Jimmy Napes bringing the tune to a slick finish. Check out the track below and head to HYPETRAK for more music news.
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