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Ryan Murphy’s horror anthology series, American Horror Story, has been going strong since 2011, and encompasses nine unique seasons that have high points and low points; but how do the seasons rank?
The very vocal fanbase has their opinions, of course, though there is no doubt that pros and cons can be attributed to all nine in some fashion. However, Murphy’s series has managed to chalk up an impressive amount of awards, accumulate some major stars to take both leading and supporting roles in the series, and will likely premiere his landmark tenth season of American Horror Story sometime in fall 2020.
Though there has been talk that the tenth season could be American Horror Story’s last, there have been a lot of highs and lows of the previous nine, though none of them could ever be considered an abject failure. Here is our ranking of every season so far.
Surprisingly, Cult did well with critics, though fans tend to dislike this series on the whole. It didn’t receive the lowest ratings of the series, but its biggest failure was Murphy’s decision to capitalize on the U.S. Presidential Election in 2016. Prospective viewers were skittish when Murphy made an announcement that he was going to make a character based on Donald Trump. Cult tried to look beyond the scope of 2016 by making interesting commentaries on the cult mindset, and had Peters play nearly every historical cult figurehead known to man. Peters and Sarah Paulson are wildly talented, but didn’t need to carry the whole season on their own.
Apocalypse was a highly-anticipated season due to it being the crossover between Murder House and Coven that Murphy had teased for years. While it was interesting to see how Michael Langdon, the series‘ Antichrist, came to be an adult, the post-apocalyptic setting was boring and the set-up to get to the real meat of the story – the crossover with the witches from Coven – took way too long. While there were memorable characters in this season, they were mostly memorable because they were beloved from other seasons, not because they were truly unique to this one.
Freak Show was a somber experience for many fans of the series because it marked the imminent departure of mainstay (and fan favorite) actress, Jessica Lange. While Lange cites this season as one of her personal favorites, its lovable cast of misfits weren’t enough to save the season from feeling like it had gone completely overboard and lost many of the truly horrific elements that makes American Horror Story what it is. Plus, with all the singing, it sort of felt like a strange crossover with Ryan Murphy’s previous series, Glee.
Roanoke not only had a creepy premise and some truly terrifying villains, but was also an interesting take on an exploration of the meta. Murphy’s ’show within a show‘ angle brought forward quite a welcome twist that kept fans guessing, and allowed actors to play multiple roles (in a sense) without it feeling oversaturated, as has been the case with other seasons. While the dark brutality of Roanoke doesn’t make it one of the strongest installments, it was a welcome return to horror, which is what the whole show is supposed to be about.
Hotel felt experimental, and in a way, it was. After Lange’s departure from the series, Murphy snagged pop star Lady Gaga (who went on to have an impressive acting career with films like A Star Is Born) to help lead the new season. Full of opulence and glamour, Hotel’s premise and characters were intriguing and sometimes, downright lovable. The plot got murky sometimes, with too many storylines running concurrently in a way that was difficult to keep track, but overall, this was a strong reset for the series, and set the pace for the back half of the show after one of its main stars left big shoes to fill.
1984, though it had an impressive marketing campaign, didn’t seem to get the hype that other seasons have gotten in the past, nor the interest. In actuality, this season was the least-watched of the series to date, but in a way, that works in its favor. The sub-genre it emulates, the 80s slasher, was poorly received by critics for years. Many didn’t understand the need for blood, guts, and sex in such excess. But 1984 took on the slasher theme and did it justice. There were some aspects that were a bit out of the box, such as Richard Ramirez (the real-life serial killer) being a primary character who murdered Kajagoogoo, which speaks to Murphy’s tendency to rewrite history, but overall, it was a strong effort with characters that went outside of their trope-heavy roles.
Murder House was the show’s first season, and thus, set the pace for what would follow. Therefore, if this was a weak entry, it’s likely the season wouldn’t have its current popularity and longevity. Murder House does a lot right that other seasons haven’t quite been able to touch, such as its ability to juggle multiple plot lines without it seeming tedious and its well-rounded cast that doesn’t lean too heavily on any one player. It truly was an ensemble feat, and a scary one at that. Murder House’s only major crime was not being able to compare, retroactively, to the two seasons that followed it, which are most people’s picks for best in show.
„On Wednesdays, we wear black.“ While this wasn’t the exact line uttered during the show’s iconic third season, it was an intentional co-opt of the popular line from Mean Girls which set the theme and pace for the season on the whole. Coven brought girl power, witchcraft, history, depth, and Stevie Nicks in a star-studded season (Angela Bassett and Kathy Bates‘ involvement with the series began here) that was performed flawlessly with Lange at the helm as the coven’s Supreme. One of the highest rated, most beloved, and award-winning seasons, it only felt short by feeling more like a dark comedy than a true horror show, which one other season did perfectly.
Asylum has not only won the most awards of any season of American Horror Story, but it serves as a stand-out season for every major alumni actor in the cast: Jessica Lange, Evan Peters, Sarah Paulson, and Lily Rabe. Beyond that, it juggled multiple storylines – which the show is known for doing – seamlessly well, and even handled time jumps without much confusion. Asylum embraced extraterrestrial horrors with real-life ones such as homophobia, conversion therapy, and racism, and explored a period of time where people were persecuted and institutionalized for personality traits that weren’t even criminal. It combined sub-genres, such as body horror and serial killers, and was a truly dark, gloomy season with the occasional bout of levity that made it feel like it truly belongs in a horror anthology. There’s little negative to say. Asylum might be as close to perfection as the series will ever get, as its remained on top with most fans for nearly a decade.
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Authors: Hisham Shokr*, University of Toronto - Mississauga, Daniel A Louis , Shamseya - Egyptian health-advocacy NGO
Topics: Medical and Health Geography, Middle East, Political Geography
Keywords: Health geography, privatization, access to care, quality of care
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Healthcare is one of many social services that have faced extensive privatization over the past several decades, specifically in the neoliberal configuration of global capitalism. Focusing on the case of Cairo, Egypt, my core research question is the following: how are inequalities with respect to access to care and quality of care manifested in publicly versus privately managed hospitals? Academic literature, on inequalities related to healthcare and well-being in Egypt, seems to be lacking a geographic perspective. In this gap, I centralize the places and infrastructure where care is sought, notably public and private hospitals. Furthermore, a political economy approach will allow for multi-scalar connections to be made between disparities in healthcare provisioning and broader processes that drive privatization of public services, such as the neoliberal project as it has unfolded in Egypt and abroad. During four months of fieldwork from October 2017 to February 2018, I plan to collect data through: 1) in-depth interviews with health personnel who work in the public and/or private sector, and 2) site observations while shadowing doctors throughout their workdays. To conduct a more comprehensive investigation of the research question, qualitative data that is collected during fieldwork will be complemented by quantitative data collected by the Cairo-based health advocacy NGO Shamseya. This NGO has conducted “Patient-Centred Performance Appraisals” in several hundred hospitals across Cairo, providing each assessed hospital with an overall “Appraisal Score” that is based on more than one hundred individual criteria.

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GENINCA focussed on exploring pre-cancerous and cancer lesions of colorectal and liver tumour entities and their respective microenvironments. A particular focus of GENINCA was the detailed characterisation of recently identified cancer initiating stem cells. GENINCA addressed the occurrence of genomic instability and explored their underlying mechanisms especially in pre-cancerous and early cancer lesions. GENINCA’s approach was based on in vivo endomicroscopy, sophisticated animal models and large-scale genomic and proteomic analyses. The GENINCA corporate identity was used for all material created in relation to the GENINCA project, according to the needs of the project, such as the project factsheet and information leaflet and giveaways produced in response to GENINCA events. A special highlight was the production of an information leaflet that over 5 chapters presented background information about colon cancer and its consequences for the population, including the underlying molecular and genetic mechanisms. To allow a “touchable effect” the booklet consisted of animated optical illusions, so that the pictures seem to move. This leaflet was designed to be used as a lobbying instrument.

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|Alive and Dying for the politics of poverty
This man hangs from one arm-
Clings to the ledge with desperate fingers
‘till they bleed, paint hands in red
and dry purple, turn to leaves
Clings with fingers-
to the edge of his survival,
Like little weeds fighting
through the sidewalk cracks
this man holds on to life
Each nail slowly turning blue steel
Each bony digit freezing there
to the stone wall.
No one lets him in.
But light shines on this man
too stubborn to scream-
bites his tongue, and tastes the bitterness
to transmute agony
Too human to die-
Lets the flies land on his eyes
And sees such gentle pretty life forms
Delicate legs and wings on lashes
He will not hurt them.
His mind focused, burrows through the wall
To see who leaves him there, to hang
He will not forget
This man grips-
determined not to fall
Sees himself rising
into open skies, of clear pale light
This man touches every grain
Within the stone
Every shape and color
has a name that is known to him
he learns and loves them all
until his identity becomes
perfect multiplicity, perfect transcendence.
This man hangs from his heart
And feels everything
Alive and dying
This poem I had previously posted under a diffferent user name which I was unable to access due to password problems. I hope to get more comments than the oe I received with the other username.
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I hope you have just one username now,
multiplicity, in that regard, is a set-back. :-)
This is some heavy hitting imagery.
I like the thickness of your description.
Thank you Kritika. I appreciate your comments.
Riverwriter, I like your user name, that is to begin with. I am surprised your poem does not have more comments, so I now plan to post mine to rectify this.
On first glance, would you mind if you have some line breaks, just visually it facilitates the reader in following the poem. Of course, if the format of the poem is in some way related to the content, then you keep it as it is.
I like the third person choice of voice and even the "this" in the first line. I would usually argue against it, but it points my gaze in a specific direction that serves the rest of the poem as well. A point about punctuation - you have very few periods of other punctuation signs and a lot of capital letters, though not all your lines are capitalized. Is that done for emphasis purpose or ... why? At times I find it distracting.
- Line 2- maybe no comma at the end
- line 3 - did you mean to write "paints"
- lines 5 and 6 - I have a couple of suggestions. "this man Clings to the endge of his survival" or "this man's fingers Cling to the edge of his survival" or better still "fingers Cling to the edge of his survival" - I just think it would read better that way
- I would do away with the hyphens in lines 10 and 11
- What if you had line 13 by itself or at least a stanza break somewhere in there?
- there is some awkwardness in lines 14 through 16, maybe I would just take the hyphen out from line 14 and add one at the end of line 15. Why "and" in line 16, makes it too clumsy.
- line 18 - very important I suppose to the meaning of the whole poem but somehow stand weaker on its own. Could you connect it somehow to what follows or what has just come so I do not have the impression it is aimlessly occupying this place in your poem? IF you have that line begin a new stanza and do away with the hyphen at the end of it, then this might take care of things.
- line 21 - well said, "wings on lashes" - good job, poet.
- line 27 - what do you mean to suggest with this line, is he going to fall or is he not? I understand you mean that he is too determined to allow himself to fall, but the way the grammar reads right now, determined almost can be substituted with eager.
- line 29 - no need for comma in there
- line 30 - what would happen if you take the "this man" out, we already know you are talking about him and while I realize you might want to emphasize, too much emphasis can border on uselessness and aimless repetition. Do you see what I mean. Make it tigher wherever you may, the poem is long as it is.
- otherwise, lines 30-32 - wonderful imagery
- who is them "all" in l.34? Oh, I see, the colors and the shapes. OK.
Can I suggest you take line 35 out altogether, line 36 (multiplicity) implies what you are trying to say in line 35 and you want to have a tighter ending.
Riverwater, while this comment might have seemed like a long critique, I would not have taken the time to write it if I did not like the poem and if I did not think you could make it much better with minor tweeks. Wonderful imagery, well done!
Thank you very, very much Maria/slanch. Alot of good advise here. As you can see I have applied most of it to editing my poem. I appreciate all of your well though out feed back. Great to here constructive tips! I'll be sure to read some of your stuff!
Good job, poet! The edits work but really, in the end they are your edits.
Thank you for taking them into consideration and keep on writing.

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Objective: To evaluate the single soft tissue support versus dual tooth-tissue support for mesial implant retained RPD. Materials and Methods: This clinical cross-over study included 10 partially edentulous patients with the only remaining mandibular six anterior teeth. Every patient received two mandibular implants at the 1st premolar region. Two mandibular implants' retained partial overdentures were constructed with two different support concepts, two different designs, opposing a maxillary single denture. One of the dentures was done with a design based mainly on soft tissue support but the other denture was done with a dual tooth-tissue support design. The effects of each RPD design were studied after 1, and 5 years. The following clinical parameters were evaluated: the plaque index (PI), the bleeding index (BI), and the probing depth (PD). The peri-implant bone level changes, and alveolar bone level changes of the canine and residual ridge bone level were assessed on digital radiographs using the Corel-Draw program. The SPSS program was used for statistical analysis. Results: After 1 and 5 years of follow-up for each supporting concept of RPD, no implant failures were noted. No significant differences in soft tissue clinical parameters BI, PI, and PIP were found between the 2 designs with regard to the canine and implant, or peri-implant bone resorption. On the other hand, there was a significant difference after 1 year regarding alveolar bone loss of the canine (P=.002) and residual ridge bone loss (P=.0001) and after 5 years for the canine alveolar bone where (P= .015). Regarding residual ridge bone loss, there was a distal descending pattern of bone resorption in the dual support design. The bone loss was increased with the dual support design (P=.0001). Conclusions: within the limits of this study, single soft tissue support for mesial implant retained removable partial overdenture was recommended versus dual tooth support. Single soft tissue support preserves the remaining structures.
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Mostafa A Z.
Single Soft Tissue Support versus Dual Tooth-Tissue Support for Clasp-Less Mesial Implant Retained Mandibular Class I Rpd: Cross-Over Clinical Study.
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Available at: https://doi.org/10.21608/mjd.2023.301977
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Published on September 15th, 2011 | by Seán Ward3
2011 Porsche 911 Carrera
Or have they? On the face of it, yes, they have. The new car does indeed look different – the wheel base is 100 mm longer, the body panels have been restyled to look more aggressive, to name but a few minor changes – but, the overall ‘Porsche 911’ look hasn’t been lost, or as Porsche put it, “the distinctive Porsche design language has remained”.
A new flat-six 3.4 litre engine producing 350 bhp is used in the Carrera, and the Carrera S has the same 3.8 litre flat-six as the previous generation S, but with 400 bhp.
The 3.4-litre Carrera with PDK accelerates from 0-62mph in 4.6 sec, 0.1 sec quicker than the prior model. Pressing the Sport Plus button on the optional Sport Chrono Pack cuts that to 4.4 sec. The 3.8-litre Carrera S with PDK can accelerate from 0- 62 mph in 4.3 sec (Sport Plus 4.1 sec), 0.2sec quicker than its predecessor.
A new rear axle and new electro-mechanical power steering, as well as a weight reduction of 45 kg, has made the car not only more agile, but a more driver focussed car, rather than something to be used by posers.
On the inside, Porsche’s inspiration has come from its hypercar, the Porsche Carrera GT.
Unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the new Carrera will go on sale in the UK at Christmas time, 2011.
The Carrera will cost £71,449 and the 911 Carrera S is priced from £81,242. Standard equipment on all models is leather interior, sports seats, automatic climate control, Bi-Xenon headlights, 7-inch colour touch-screen Porsche Communication Management with satellite navigation, a universal audio interface offering MP3 connectivity, Porsche Stability Management (PSM) and a three year warranty.
The Carrera S adds 20-inch alloy wheels, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) with rear limited slip differential.
The Porsche Vehicle Tracking system is standard on all new 911s.


IAA 2003: Audi at IAA – High-Tech & Top Athletes Share Comments Audi is unveiling exciting new products in virtually all car lines at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA). The spotlight is on pioneering engine technology – such as the new 3.0 TDI with piezo injection system – as well as on sporty top models of the calibre of the new Audi S4 Cabriolet. The brand with the four-ring badge is to be found at stand A13 (level 0) in Hall 3 from September 9, 2003. The potent and stunningly attractive Audi S4 Cabriolet is destined to be one of the stars of the Frankfurt Motor Show. Its output of 334 bhp and 410 Newton-metres of torque, in conjunction with quattro permanent four-wheel drive and sports suspension, add a new dimension to driving in the open four-seater category. The subtle, dynamic differentiation of the classically elegant Cabriolet body lends it an unmistakable flair. There are two new V6 engines available for the Audi A8 luxury saloon: the 3.0 V6 petrol engine with an output of 220 bhp and multitronic continuously variable transmission, and a V6 TDI developing 233 bhp, again with a displacement of three litres. This power unit musters up an impressive 450 Newton-metres of torque, and its common rail fuel injection system and piezo injectors moreover represent a technological quantum leap in the domain of diesel saloon cars. Their ultra-quiet operation, low fuel consumption and ability to satisfy the EU 4 limits, also in conjunction with quattro drive and 6-speed tiptronic, represent a clear competitive advantage. There are likewise two new versions of the A3 that are making their first public appearance at Frankfurt: the sporty 3.2 quattro (250 bhp) top-end model with the innovative Direct Shift Gearbox DSG, and the A3 1.6 FSI. The latter is equipped with a 115 bhp four-cylinder engine with petrol direct injection. The strengths of the FSI direct injection concept include agility as well as fuel consumption. The range of engines for the A2 is now rounded off by a new top-end TDI: the 1.4-litre three-cylinder version will also be available with an output of 90 bhp and 230 Newton-metres of torque in the future. The front end of the new model, along with the other versions of the A2, has been visually modified: the central service flap between the headlights now has a lattice structure, giving the A2’s face a visually distinctive new look.


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Betsey Kilpatrick (b. 1990, Leicester, UK) lives and works in London. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Painting at Wimbledon College of Art, University of the Arts, London (2013), and continued to complete a Master's programme at the Royal College of Art. Recent exhibitions include Final Not Over at Unit 1 Gallery Workshop, Snapshot in the RCA Hockney Gallery and Soft touch, ASC gallery, London (2020).
My practice emerges, changing continuously, as a collection of unconscious drives. My work raises questions concerning completion and non-completion, a borderline between form and abstraction, floating between realms, offering space to contemplate the ‘not-there’ possibilities of painting. I like the idea that my paintings are breathing, something I cannot see, generating an indistinct sense or feeling of life within a two dimensional object.
I am interested in creating an essence to my work that offers a familiar sense of connection with nature, similar to water or organic forms, a moment caught in the midst of its own becoming, a movement or flow. Allowing motifs to appear is part of not being in control of the process. Paradoxes are present as there is both a feeling of movement and stillness in the paintings inviting the viewer to spend time with them. My images have a familiar appearance as satellite images from space or an underwater likeness. I aim to create an uncertainty in perception with the hope of finding a relationship with my own authentic self.
The work is a building-up of translucent layers of colour. Within these hidden depths a mood or sensation forms. Through my curiosity of paint and how it moves I expose and hide layers through a process of erasure. An entwinement of the physicality of paint and the experience of seeing.

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Prof Sheena Radford
Protein folding, protein aggregation, amyloid disease, OMP folding, molecular chaperones
Watch a lecture by Prof Radford discussing her work and celebrating her FRS award. Go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1eK3DLCMcM
One of the most fascinating questions in biology is how proteins are able to fold and assemble into complex, functional entities given just the information provided by the amino acid sequence. A related, equally important facet of the same fundamental question is how protein misfolding can lead to cellular dysfunction and disease. These issues are the major focus of my research and have been tackled using a broad range of techniques including protein chemistry, structural molecular biology and sophisticated biophysical methods.Current major projects include:
- Mechanism(s) of protein self-assembly into amyloid
- Membrane protein folding (mechanism and role of chaperones)
- Stabilising proteins of therapeutic interest against aggregation
- Method development (MS, NMR, single molecule methods)
1. Mechanism(s) of protein mis-assembly into amyloid
A major project in the group focuses on using our knowledge of protein folding methods to develop new understandings of how proteins misfold and cause disease. Specifically, we are exploring the mechanism of onset of several human amyloid diseases, including Alzheimer’s, Machado-Joseph disease, type II diabetes and haemodialysis-related amyloidosis, caused by Aβ, ataxin 3, amylin and β2-microglobulin, respectively. Our approach combines structural analysis of the species formed during aggregation obtained using fluorescence, single molecule methods (FRET and FCS), mass spectrometry and NMR, with detailed analysis of the kinetics of aggregation and, in collaboration with Eric Hewitt (Astbury Centre), analysis of the effects of the different species identified on cellular function. Our aim is to derive a detailed molecular mechanism of the aggregation process from monomer to amyloid and to use the power of combinatorial chemistry combined with cell biological assays and structural analysis to find new therapies for these, and other, amyloid diseases.
Highlights over recent years in this area have included using AFM to map a ‘phase diagram’ for the formation of amyloid fibrils of b2m (Fig. 1) of different morphological type and analysis of the structure of amyloid fibrils using cryo-electron microscopy (with Helen Saibil (Birkbeck College, London) and solid state NMR (with Robert Griffin (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA)). In addition, we have used solution NMR methods to determine the structure of the amyloidogenic precursor of b2m and, perhaps most excitingly, have shown that this species is not only highly amyloidogenic in itself, but it is also able to convert the non-amyloidogenic wild-type protein into a conformation able to self-assemble into amyloid at neutral pH. Reported in Molecular Cell in 2011, this work revealed that conformational conversion is not restricted to prions but, instead, many proteins may possess the ability to convert a benign conformer to an amyloidogenic form by bimolecular collision. We are now continuing this work, extending the ideas found to other protein systems and using NMR to obtained more direct structural insights into the mechanism, by which conformational conversion occurs.
In parallel with this work, in a long-standing collaboration with Alison Ashcroft (Astbury Centre) we are developing ion mobility mass spectrometry (IMS) coupled with mass spectrometry (MS) to identify and individually characterise the structural properties, population and stability of different oligomeric species of aggregation-prone sequences that are co-populated in the early stages of amyloid assembly. In addition, we are developing this approach to search for small molecules able to inhibit amyloid assembly and to determine their mechanism of action in detail. (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1. An array of fibril morphologies formed from similar protein sequences. Image thanks to Claire Sarell.
Fig. 2. IMS-MS reveals oligomeric intermediates in β2m amyloid assembly. Image thanks to David Smith.
2. Mechanisms of protein folding:
Although we have learned much about protein folding mechanisms in recent years, principally through the development of new methods and studies of simple and experimentally tractable systems, our understanding of how proteins fold rapidly and efficiently to their unique native conformation both in vitro and in vivo remains an exciting challenge. In order to develop new and more detailed models of protein folding, we have studied the folding of the small helical bacterial immunity proteins (principally Im7 and Im9) for the last decade. By combining stopped flow methods, ultra-rapid mixing experiments, single molecule fluorescence (FRET) and NMR analysis we have shown that Im7 folds through an intermediate that is on-pathway to the native state and has a distorted three helical structure stabilised in a large part by non-native inter-helical interactions. Combined with molecular dynamics simulations (in collaboration with Emanuele Pac (Astbury Centre), Michele Vendruscolo (University of Cambridge) and Joerg Gsponer (University of British Columbia, Canada)) this work culminated in the description of the entire folding landscape of Im7 in atomistic detail (Fig. 3), placing Im7 amongst the best studied examples of how a protein folds.
Our most recent research on protein folding has now moved to the challenging field of membrane protein folding, focusing on bacterial outer membrane (OM) proteins. In collaboration with Dr David Brockwell, we are investigating how OM proteins are able to cross the inner membrane, traverse the periplasm (aided by chaperones) and assemble into bacterial outer membrane. Our first inroads into this field (published and highlighted in PNAS) exploited phi-value analysis to reveal a structural model of the transition state for folding of the E.coli outer membrane protein, PagP. The results revealed a complex, tilted insertion mechanism, previously predicted for membrane insertion of this class of proteins (Fig. 4). They also revealed that PagP folds on parallel folding pathways, the portioning between which depends on the lipid-to-protein ratio and the nature of the lipid. These results highlight the complexity of studying membrane protein folding in which both the sequence of the protein chain and environment of the lipid bilayer are crucial in determining the progress of folding. Moreover they highlight potentials of classical protein folding methods for the analysis of how this class of proteins folds. Current work is now building on these first insights by exploring the role of molecular chaperones and the BAM complex in assisting the folding of OM proteins.
Fig.3 The folding mechanism of Im7 (Friel et al., Nature Struct. and Molec. Biol. (2009))
Fig. 4 Folding of the OM protein PagP (Husymans et al., PNAS (2010)). Thanks to Gerard Husymans for creating this image.
3. Stabilising proteins of therapeutic and industrial interest against aggregation
Most recently, we have exploited our fundamental knowledge of Im7 folding to practical benefits, by developing a system using directed evolution that is able to select for proteins with enhanced stability in vivo whilst avoiding any evolutionary pressure for function. Combining our skills with the microbiological expertise of Jim Bardwell (Michigan) we developed a β-lactamase host-guest system to select for new Im7 sequences with enhanced stability. The resulting sequences were then analysed for their stability, folding and functional properties. The results (published in Molecular Cell in 2009) showed that the vast majority of mutations that enhance stability occur in residues that are required for function. In addition, we found that several of these residues were those we had identified previously as forming non-native interactions during folding. These results support the view that protein sequences are highly frustrated (i.e. function compromises stability and folding capability). They also demonstrate the utility of the β-lactamase system we had developed to generate proteins that retain function, but are optimised for stability. Current efforts are focused on developing this, and other approaches (including fragment-based and other design strategies), to screen for new small molecules able to arrest amyloid assembly.
Fig. 5. A bipartite assembly for screening for proteins with enhanced stability. From Foit et al. Mol. Cell (2009)
4. Method development (MS, force spectroscopy, NMR, single molecule methods)
Major developments in instrumentation have played a key role in the increase in our understanding of folding and aggregation mechanisms to date. Future developments in these fields will also require innovative approaches that cross the boundaries between disciplines. We have been involved in many exciting collaborations to fulfil this aim. To date we have built apparatus' capable of measuring fast reactions in folding using ultra-rapid mixing detected by fluorescence, together (with Roman Tuma (Astbury Centre) instruments capable of single molecule measurements using both FRET and FCS. Developing MS methods continues to be an aim of our laboratory (in collaboration with Alison Ashcroft (Astbury Centre)). In addition, developments in NMR methods remains a mainstay of our laboratory activities, whilst, in collaboration with David Brockwell (Astbury Centre) we are involved in some very exciting developments in the use of the AFM for force measurements of protein unfolding and protein binding. More information about these projects can be found on the websites of our collaborators on their Astbury web pages.
Further details about the Radford laboratory, people involved, molecular images and available opportunities please see http://bmbsgi10.leeds.ac.uk/index.html
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An in vivo platform for identifying inhibitors of protein aggregation
Saunders, J.C., Young, L.M., Mahood, R.A., Revill, C.H., Foster, R.J., Jackson, M.P., Smith, D.A.M., Ashcroft, A.E., Brockwell, D.J. & Radford, S.E. (2016) Nature Chem. Biol., 12, 94-101
Substrate protein folds while it is bound to the ATP-independent chaperone Spy
Stull, F., Koldewey, P., Humes, J.R., Radford, S.E. & Bardwell, J.C.A. (2016) Nat. Struct. Mol. Biol. 1, 53-59
Visualization of transient protein-protein interactions that promote or inhibit amyloid assembly. Karamanos, T.K., Kalverda, A.P., Thompson, G.S & Radford S.E. (2014) Molecular Cell, 55, 214-226
Screening and classifying small molecule inhibitors of amyloid formation using ion mobility spectrometry-mass spectrometry
Young, L.M., Saunders, J.C., Mahood, R.A., Revill, C.H., Foster R.J., Tu, L.-H., Raleigh, D.P., Radford, S.E. & Ashcroft, A.E. (2015) Nature Chemistry, 1, 73-81

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It is not logical (this story begins).... And I agree wholeheartedly with that sentiment. It is not logical that one can become engrossed in a story that contains exactly 37 typewritten lines.
About 13 seconds are covered here. Seconds which are etched indelibly into each of our memories. The freeze-frame scene in which Spock realizes there is but one way to save the Enterprise and his beloved from certain destruction.
This is just as painful as it gets. I could quote the whole thing and not have a long review, but everything that needs to be said is said with an incredible economy of words.
Spock, scientist to the end, calculates exactly how many seconds it will take him to get to the engine room. Yet he reckons, "I must steal just three seconds to look at him. Must usurp a moment to capture his features to accompany me into eternity."
I was captivated, hungry for more. Then, at the bottom of the page; "Jim. Forgive me."It was done. So very, very sad and so very, very Spock.
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There's no denying it - dogs love water. Dog pools are a great way to keep your dog active and add a bit of excitement to their day.
Considering buying a dog pool? Read our essential guide first:
Table Of Contents:
- Benefits of Dog Pools
- Key Features to Look for in a Dog Pool
- Maintenance Tips for Dog Pools
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Benefits of Dog Pools
A dog pool is a small, portable swimming pool designed specifically for dogs to play in. They are a safe and fun way for dogs to enjoy many benefits:
A Cool Retreat
The main benefit of dog pools is temperature control. They're a great tool to help your fur baby cool off on hot summer days.
We all know how important regular exercise is for our pets' health! Pools are a great way for dogs to exercise on hot days without risking heat stroke.
Dog pools also offer low-impact physical stimulation that can be easier on joints than land-based activities, making it perfect for senior pups.
Dog pools are something new, mentally stimulating your dog and tiring them out. And a tired dog is a well behaved dog!
Learning to Love Water
Ever worry about how well your dog would fare around larger bodies of water? Having a dog pool gives them a safe space to get used to being in water. It’s like training wheels but for swimming.
Key Features to Look for in a Dog Pool
When you're ready to give your four-legged mate a splashing good time, choosing the right dog pool can make all the difference. Take into account the following when deciding:
You want PVC materials that will stand up against sharp claws and teeth but is also comfortable on their paws.
Consider your dog's breed, size and swimming skills when picking out their new summer hangout spot.
Look for a portable pet swimming pool that’s easy to move around during sunny days and store away when not needed.
Ease of Setup
Choose models which require minimal setup and don't need to be inflated.
Maintenance Tips for Dog Pools
Keeping your dog's pool in tip-top shape is key to its longevity. Here are some handy tips to help keep your pooch's pool pristine:
Always empty the pool when your dog is done playing as dirty water can harbour harmful bacteria. Mild dish soap mixed with warm water will do wonders for scrubbing off grime and algae buildup.
Drying Before Storing
Mould loves moisture! After cleaning your pool, leave it out under the sun until completely dry before folding up for storage.
Avoid dragging or pushing dog pools across rough surfaces; it can lead to tears that are tough to fix. Lifting them with care will extend their lifespan considerably.
But remember – safety first. Don't hurt yourself trying to move large or heavy pools on your own.
On a hot Aussie summer day, what could be better than letting your panting pup cool off in their very own pool? Let's take a close look at a dog pool we offer at Zach’s Pet Shop - the Chill Out Splash and Fun Dog Pool by All For Paws.
Plenty of Room
At 123cm x 30cm, this pool has plenty of room for medium to large dogs to play.
Made from extra-tough materials, this pool is designed specifically for durability against enthusiastic paws.
Easy to Setup
What makes this particular dog pool stand out from the rest is its non-inflatable design, making setup hassle-free. Its built-in drain plug lets you empty out water quickly and it is easily folded up when you're done.
Dog pools are a great investment for your pup this summer. They offer a cool place to play and exercise, plus provide valuable mental stimulation.
When shopping for a dog pool, consider size, portability and ease of setup.
I highly recommend the Chill Out Splash and Fun Dog Pool we sell here at Zach's Pet Shop. It is easy to setup (no inflation required), it is made from durable materials, and has a plug to drain the water when you're done.

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Are You Prepared for an IRS Audit?
The Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS’s) Employee Benefit Audit Program is used to audit and enforce. The IRS’s emphasis, with respect to defined contribution plans, is on compliance with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code (the Code), the plan’s tax qualification, and administration of all plan documents. In the event of noncompliance with regulations, the IRS can impose taxes, penalties and interest.
Most IRS audits are selected at random, but certain audit triggers exist that plan sponsors should be aware of. If the IRS suspects noncompliance, the chances of an audit will increase substantially. Answers to certain questions on the Form 5500 may also trigger an audit.
The IRS audit process is initiated with an Information Request Letter to the plan sponsor. The Information Request Letter identifies the date the auditor plans to visit, the documents they plan to review and may even list individuals they intend to speak with who handle plan administration. The letter requests specific information to have available for the auditor to review. If you receive one and have questions regarding items requested, or require additional time to collect the requested data, it is best to be proactive and explain your concerns and circumstances.
It is essential to be prepared for the audit by having all requested documents readily available and being familiar with these documents. Preparation should begin upon receipt of the audit letter. Being prepared, informed and helpful to the auditor should reflect positively on the audit experience. Be sure to be available during the audit in the event you are asked to respond to follow-up questions or produce additional documents.
The auditor may want to speak with other plan fiduciaries, your ERISA attorney, plan advisor, administrator, investment advisor and trustee. If you anticipate more potentially concerning issues may be discussed, you may want to consider having your legal counsel assist during the audit process.
While it is important to be prepared, understand that auditors are looking for specific information, so provide only information that is requested. Allowing access to more information than is requested can often be counterproductive. Be patient with the audit process and project confidence.
The IRS will focus on compliance with the plan document, regulations and tax-related issues. Compliance with all plan documents in terms of operation and administration are the most frequent cause of compliance deficiencies. Also, compliance with newer regulations is likely to be reviewed.
The most common issues the IRS finds in its audits of retirement plans are:
- Plan document is not up to date;
- Untimely participant deferral deposits;
- Plan operation doesn’t follow the plan document;
- Plan definition of compensation is not followed;
- Matching contributions are not made to all eligible employees;
- Plan definition of eligibility to participate or for employer match is not followed;
- Improper administration of participant loans (including defaults), hardships, QDROs, etc.;;
- Delinquent filing of Form 5500
- ADP/ACP test errors;
- Deferral limits are exceeded; and
- Top-heavy requirements are ignored.
Once the audit is complete, the auditor will follow up with a phone call to verbally convey the audit findings; the phone call is followed by a written audit findings letter. The letter may show no further actions are necessary, and that the audit file is closed. If errors are found, then certain corrective actions may be necessary through the IRS’s Audit Closing Agreement Program, the main intent of which is to make the plan and its participants whole. This may include a corrective contribution plus interest to plan participant accounts, excise taxes required and potentially other fees and penalties payable to the IRS. If you disagree with the audit conclusions in some way, there is an appeals program that enables another review of the audit findings and your position.
Plan administration is complex, and plan documents are not always simple to interpret; as a result it is not uncommon for plan sponsors to have correction issues at some point. Many errors that occur and corrections that need to be made arise out of a triggering event, such as payroll staff turnover, system changes, one-off processing events, annual limits or business reorganizations. If you’ve had or have this type of event, you may want to conduct a self-audit to ensure your plan’s operation remains consistent with plan documents and all laws. Performing regular self-audits will give you greater protection against compliance breaches. If you identify a problem during the self-audit of plan operations, you can voluntarily correct these problems. Depending upon the nature and extent of the issue, you may be able to self-correct your plan, document the corrections for the file and move forward without a formal filing with the IRS or the DOL. More significant issues, such as failing to amend the plan in a timely manner or not depositing employee deferrals timely, generally require filing for and obtaining approval of the self-correction methodology.
For questions relating to a plan audit, whether internal or by the IRS, please contact us.
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The officer reported that Aguiar admitted to picking a cat up along the road and then killing it with his bare hands after the cat scratched him. The officer said Aguiar appeared to be under the influence of a controlled substance.

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Let’s face it, an Apple Watch that doesn’t require any sort of phone capability would be fantastic. To be able to connect using a cellular connection from anywhere, right off your wrist, is obviously the end goal for any technology that should be considered autonomous. The first iteration of the Apple Watch is foregoing a completely autonomous device dream because of obvious technical complexities, largely based around size of chips and battery usage. For that reason, the Apple Watch requires a “tethered” connection to an iPhone. By doing it this way, Apple is taking advantage of its mature iPhone platform. Because of all of its connectivity and sensors, they augment the watch’s capabilities without requiring the first version of the device to be crammed with duplicate sensors, chips, and a requirement to double or triple the battery capacity.
What’s important to understand is that tethering may potentially be accommodated in two flavors. The most obvious is Bluetooth. When you imagine the typical watch usage scenario, most people envision the watch on their wrist and the phone in their purse or pocket. For scenarios like these where the watch and the phone are within very close proximity to each other, a Bluetooth connection is more than adequate. Bluetooth, by the way, can reach further than just a foot or two, which makes it useful for scenarios like when your phone is sitting on a desk in front of you. What might not be as obvious, however, is good old Wi-Fi. What a Wi-Fi tether could afford is the ability to tether the device to a phone over the same Wi-Fi connection. The most common scenarios that this addresses are when you’re at home or in the office. I don’t know about you, but those two scenarios cover about 95% of my typical day. What that means is that, even though my Apple Watch requires an iPhone in order to connect to the outside world, as long as I’m on the same Wi-Fi network, my phone can be downstairs in my bedroom while I’m upstairs, and down the hall, getting notifications on my watch. I can also leave my phone on my desk and head out to a meeting on a different floor in our building, knowing the Wi-Fi connection will take care of the intercommunication between my watch and phone.
While we wait for a new iteration of the watch to essentially become a mini iPhone on our wrist, a tethered watch will have to do. If, as some information out there seems to suggest, a watch can indeed tether over WIFI, that will make the tethering even more manageable.


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Edinburgh house explosion: 84-year-old man dies following explosion at a house in Baberton
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Officers received multiple reports following the incident at around 10.25pm on Friday, December 1. Many local residents posted on social media about hearing a loud bang.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “There are no suspicious circumstances and we are continuing to work alongside our partner agencies."


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Celebrating birthdays, holidays or other events in the workplace can be a sensitive issue for many reasons. Some employees may not want to be reminded of age or have a private life intruded upon. Gifts and celebrations can be expensive and the employer or employees may not be able to contribute financially. Celebrations can be disruptive. Additionally, if a holiday or birthday is forgotten feelings can be hurt. On the other hand, recognition and social events can boost morale.
Employers may establish a policy to limit having celebrations or address issues that can arise from them. The number of employees in the workplace will likely play a role in defining what the policy might allow. An employer with a large number of employees may choose to have one celebration per month acknowledging all monthly birthdays, milestones or holidays to cut down on cost and to not interfere with work. Or the employer with a large number of employees may choose not to have any formal celebrations or even prohibit any form of them.
Establishing and defining a birthday policy must fit the particular employer’s needs. Employers can be creative in how properly to recognize employees consistent with company culture, if at all. Some considerations include:
If employees wish to have their birthday acknowledged, employers should come up with creative ways that fit their workplace to celebrate.
More generally, employers should consider how to conduct celebrations whether they are on-site or off and whether they are during the workday or after hours. Celebrations can be minefields of potential legal issues. These can raise issues of discrimination, harassment and personal injury. Here are some steps employers can use to reduce those risks:
Clear expectations about whether an event is voluntary or required is also important. Such a decision impacts whether responsibility for pay, worker’s compensation and liability attach.
Religious holidays and celebrations bring an increased risk. Although private companies have fewer restrictions than government agencies and contractors, they should strictly monitor religious celebrations in the workplace to lessen the likelihood of legal trouble. Managerial planning and attention can be utilized to help lessen the risks.
Differing characteristics of religious beliefs and cultures provide ample ground for disagreement, conflict and misunderstanding in the workplace. Issues can include:
If an employer does not ban religious celebrations, one way to avoid these problems is to be overly inclusive and accommodating. If an employer allow displays of religious symbols or exhibits, they should make sure to include and allow variety. For instance, if the employer displays a Christmas tree, they should also consider displaying other holiday items such as a menorah, a Kwanzaa kinara, a Bohdi Day tree, as well as secular ornaments such as wrapped presents and snowmen. An alternative to celebrating by specific holiday is to celebrate seasonally. This could entail having a winter ball or winter celebration rather than a “Holiday celebration” or “Christmas party.” Furthermore, never make participation in what could be construed as a religious celebration mandatory. For instance, if an employer chooses to play Christmas music, they should choose to play instrumental versions rather than versions that include deeply religious lyrics. Another difficulty in these situations often includes balancing the diversity and importance of religious beliefs with the rights of non-religious employees. As an employer, always err on the side of discretion and accommodation if the choice is made to allow religious celebrations at all.
Accommodations for time off for personal observances of religious holidays and events, of course, should be handled pursuant to policy and with consideration of federal and state protections for religious status and activity. If an employee does contact their employer with concerns about religious discrimination, the employer should handle the situation with upmost care. Furthermore, take necessary steps to prevent any retaliatory measure that might be taken against the complaining employee.
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News hardware Covid 19: Your connected watch will soon be able to warn you in the event of an infection
What if your bracelet or connected watch needs to replace the unbearable antigen test? Without going that far, our activity trackers could still save us valuable time detecting the virus.
Activity trackers could help prevent the risk of Covid-19 contamination
Despite the Covid-19 epidemic no longer making headlines in the newspapers or on the opening of the 8pm newspaper, the latter is still very present, cases have even increased by 40% in a week, proving that we are still far away from getting rid of it.
At best, we should still have to deal with the virus until 2024-2025, at worst we will have to live with it for life, like most viruses we have ever known. What if vaccines and treatments advance every day, according to a study published in the scientific journal
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the researchers are trying to move forward on another important point, namely the detection of the virus as soon as possible.
The idea is not new and consists in using the many sensors available in the different trackers (activity bracelets and connected watches) to examine our health data and instantly alert us in case of suspicion.. This would not replace (for now) the value of an antigen or a PCR test, but it could at least warn us and invite us to get tested earlier than expected.
The international study monitors data from tens of thousands of volunteers
We agree, the goal here is to alert potential Covid-19 patients (and ultimately a lot of other diseases why not) during the so-called presymptomatic period. Analyzing your data, coupled with a small dose of artificial intelligence, would effectively detect the presence of the virus, according to the researchers.
To achieve their goal, a group of 28 researchers from Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Canada, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands relied on the Ava connected bracelet, a menstrual cycle tracker for women, in order to better determine fertility periods at the order to have children.
In this study, 1,163 people under the age of 51 wore the wristband at night while they slept, resulting in more than 1.5 million hours of data being collected. Of these 1163 voluntary guinea pigs, 127 Covid cases could be detected and 68% of the infected could be detected 2 days before the first symptoms appear.
Promising results just waiting to be confirmed and improved with more data. This is the goal of the new ongoing study, which this time affects more than 20,000 people in the Netherlands and whose results are expected by the end of the year.
So maybe we will see a new type of alert appear on our smartwatches after the stress or heartbeat “Alert! Once Covid has been detected, go immediately and take the test “.


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Warren Buffett tells CNBC's Becky Quick that the U.S. economy has made it past the "Pearl Harbor" conditions of last September, but he says "we're still at war."
In a taped interview last night ahead of this weekend's shareholders meeting, Becky asks Buffett if he still thinks we're in an "economic Pearl Harbor".
That's how he described conditions last fall in an interview with CNBC.
Here's what he says now:
"Well, no. We're at a war now to some degree, but Pearl Harbor was September. Pearl Harbor was September. At that point, you could have lost the war. And there was a strike at the heart of the American system, the financial system. And we got past that. Some of the right decisions were made then, so I give people great credit for doing that. The war isn't over, though."
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A faux leather keyring etched with your choice of date written out in words, in a modern calligraphy style font.
A great way to remember a special trip, this keyring could be personalised with the location of a favourite place you have travelled or celebrated a special day like a wedding or honeymoon.
You will need to supply us with as much information about your special location as possible. For exact coordinates we will need the place name, address and postcode / zipcode. If you only have a place name then don't worry we will still be able to produce coordinates for you but they will be a little more general than if you supply us with the full address. If you already know the coordinates of the location then please enter these instead of entering the location details.
Please note that if you are entering in your own co-ordinates they will be etched in the format supplied.
This keyring is available in a choice of a Chestnut Brown faux leather which etches black, or Black faux leather which etches silver.
Measures 9.5cm in length and is 4cm wide and will arrive in a gift box.

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Romance is in the air, Booth readers—can you hear it? (If not, then hitting “play” might help.) The follow-up to late May’s Guns N Roses, a heartbroken jam which saw the rapper/producer welcoming rock elements into his production style, The Sound of Love continues in that joint’s genre-blending, romantically-precoccupied vein. Rather than post-breakup angst, however, this joint has lust as its primary theme. The Jersey repper looks to the indie world for inspiration on the production tip, noising up a sample from Husky Rescue’s record of the same title with distorted guitar riffs, thumping percussion, and even some live strings. Over that high-energy backdrop, the headliner lets his erotic imagination run wild, attacking the mic with breathless intensity as he details his latest tryst, and delivering an impressive sung hook to boot. Hip-hop megastar and longtime friend J. Cole guests on the middle, offering some suave flows to complement the headliner’s all-out approach. Has this unconventional bedroom burner piqued your interest? Then don’t miss the rest of the dope material in store on Voli’s The Wall LP, scheduled for release this summer.
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Bangkok, though, is a rejuvenating tonic; the people seem to have found the magic elixir. Life, a visitor feels, has not been wasted on the Thais.
– Bernard Kalb
I know this was meant to be Asia, but it has become all about Thailand.
Sam and I discounted Thailand for our own honeymoon because we wanted to go somewhere we have never been – but this being said, we did seriously consider actually marrying in Thailand.
Thailand holds a beauty that cannot be explained – it has to be experienced. And it is the perfect place for any honeymoon.
One of the most well known locations in Thailand, Phuket offers beaches, action, sunsets, alcohol and spas. Being completely honest, I have never been, but those of my friends that have travelled there have given mixed reviews. Some have said that Phuket has changed and is now very much a tourist industry – you are far better heading for somewhere else, such as the Phi Phi Islands. Others highly recommend the area as Phuket offers literally everything you could ask for in a honeymoon destination, it offers those beautiful, romantic images; the image of Thailand that we in the UK have been spoon fed for the last 30 years.
It will by no means be a quiet honeymoon, but that may be what you are after. Cliff-top restaurants, hidden lagoons, evening cruises and perfect sunsets: Phuket really does have it all. Head to Phuket for every ingredient of a perfect honeymoon, but not a private island retreat feeling
Thailand’s number 2, less famous than Phuket, but just as popular. Krabi offers incredible rock climbing and diving, as well as sun soaked white sand beaches and azure seas. Much like Phuket, having not been there I am unable to verify personally the reports that I have had, but all I have heard says that Krabi, despite its breath taking beauty, it sadly loses some of its charm due to the sheer volume of tourists. Beautiful to the core: limestone cliffs, golden sand, crystal clear waters with perfect scuba conditions. Head to Krabi for stunning scenery and for incredible climbing.
Phi Phi Islands
Probably most famous as the location of the movie ‘The Beach’, the Phi Phi Islands are the most incredibly beautiful place that you will probably ever lay your eyes upon. One of my lovely friends who left the Phi Phi Islands about a week ago assures me that they are lush (and that is high praise!) Of the two islands, Phi Phi Don, the larger island, is the place to stay. Phi Phi Lei, the smaller island, is completely uninhabited – but is a must visit. Maya Bay on Phi Phi Lei, the beach where the majority of ‘The Beach’ was filmed, is surprisingly unspoiled despite the crowds of visitors.
There isn’t a lot that I can say about the Phi Phi Islands that will make it sound different to many of the other destination options – but there is something so magical about this island duo that has to be experienced. I think that if we were to be heading to Thailand for our honeymoon, this would be our place. Head to the Phi Phi Islands for a paradise.
A small hop from the Western coast to the Eastern, and you get to Koh Samui. According to the tourist board, Koh Samui has 3 million coconut trees – I’m not sure how that would affect your choice of destination (unless you are allergic to coconut, then I suggest you just don’t head to Thailand at all) but I thought it was an interesting fact to pass on. Koh Samui is a thriving tourist island, offering late night (early morning) parties, golfing a-plenty, world-class spas, and incredible views. It has been described as very much a ‘choose-your-own-adventure kinda place.’ For me, I think the biggest pull to Koh Samui is the luxury accommodation and opulent spas. For you, it might be the high octane activities. Head to Koh Samui to create your own perfect experience.
Koh Samui’s little brother, Koh Phangan is our ‘go to’ Island. Koh Phangan is most famous for being the home of the full moon party. But there is so much more to this beautiful island. There is pretty much one major party per week – full moon, half moon and black moon parties. Despite this exhausting social calendar, the island is calm and peaceful, it is tranquil and idyllic; and offers the perfect balance of relaxation and enjoyment. We have two favorite spots – one in Had Rin (where the Full Moon parties are held) is a villa complex called Sarikantang (otherwise known as heaven on earth), and there is a beach called Had Salad, the most perfect of beaches I have ever walked. Head to Koh Phangan for two extremes – the most extreme parties, and the most extreme relaxation.
If Koh Phangan is Koh Samui’s little brother, then Koh Tao is the smallest in the family – but most definitely the coolest, most laid back, and under-rated of the bunch. If you enjoy diving, or have ever wanted to learn, then this is your place. For beginners, the island offers warm waters and an abundance of marine life, with high quality instruction at very reasonable prices. For those more experienced divers, maybe Koh Tao is the place to try free diving? Koh Tao does offer land based experiences too, especially holistic and wellbeing retreats – but honestly, this is a marine paradise, so if you don’t want to dive, I’d stay on one of the other islands! Head to Koh Tao for aquatic activities and yoga!
You do have to love big cities to want to spend your honeymoon in Bangkok. Despite its size, Bangkok offers some of the most peaceful Buddhist temples in the World. From the tranquil, hit the chaotic – Asia’s biggest market – Chatachuk. This is not your ordinary market, but the biggest, most insane, incomprehensible market you could ever experience. Bangkok really does have everything a city break could ever offer, and the cost is really rather reasonable – especially in comparison to the quality.Head to Bangkok for a fast-paced, exciting city based honeymoon.
If your ideal honeymoon, like mine, is not beach based, then Chiang Mai is a great city for a romantic honeymoon. Five star hotels, river rafting, elephant camps, hill tribe visits, and the most exquisite of cultural teachings. Chiang Mai is said to be the best place for learning about Thai cuisine, and to learn Thai massage, and to learn how to care for a baby elephants. Head to Chiang Mai for culture, for experiences and for romantic extravagance.
The top choice for many Thai newlyweds. Offering romantic villas, horse-riding on the beach, night markets, art galleries and incredibly fresh seafood. Originally a small fishing village, Hua Hin is also the home of the King of Thailand – now that has to be a recommendation and a half. Of all the places in the country, this small town is deemed beautiful enough for the King to live. By the look of all my research, Hua Hin is the honeymoon destination of choice for almost every Thai newlywed. Head to Hua Hin for an authentic Thai feel, where the main tourism is that of internal, not external travellers.
Happy reading, happy travelling.
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Presidency: Wike, Three PDP Govs Will Work Against Atiku – Primate Ayodele Claims.
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has warned Nigeria’s opposition party, PDP. The cleric, on Wednesday, issued a warning to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar over his ambition. Primate Ayodele in a warning to Atiku, alleged that Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State and three other PDP governors are planning a “great tsunami” against him if he fails to resolve the crisis within the party. He said Atiku would be shocked if he failed to strategize well as some governors would work against him in the election and the Presidency will be ceded to another person.
In a statement signed by his Media Aide, Oluwatosin Osho, the man of God also maintained that the All Progressive Congress (APC) and its candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will not win the 2023 election because they do not have God’s backing but if Atiku fails to re-strategize, a political revolution will take place that will produce another person as Nigeria’s next president.
“If Atiku doesn’t strategize well, he will be shocked in 2023 because some governors in PDP plan to dump and work against him in the presidential election. Governor Wike and three other governors will disappoint him if he is not careful. I see a great tsunami being planned against his ambition by these governors and the only way this can be averted is by intentionally settling the crisis.
“Atiku should make an immediate effort to settle the internal crisis in the party or else, he will cede the Presidency to another person.
“I still maintain that APC cannot win but if Atiku doesn’t re-strategize now, a political revolution will produce another person who will be Nigeria’s next president in 2023,” he said.

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Aurora borealis (by Norseman1968)
Photographer Tom Blachford provides viewers with a unique perspective of Melbourne through his collection of captivating aerial shots.
(via 500px / Pademelon and Joey by Sean Crane)
Nature Sound Form Wave by Anna Marinenko
Loaded Baked Potato Rounds
Sun!!! (by been snapping)
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UMaine deepwater offshore wind technology tests proceeding in the Netherlands
The team from UMaine’s AEWC Advanced Structures and Composites Center, is testing 1/50th-scale models at an offshore wind basin owned by a Dutch company called Marin. Three different types of floating platforms are being tested 16 hours a day and are being subjected to different wind and wave intensity levels that mimic conditions in the Gulf of Maine in side-by-side comparison tests.
The first week or so of testing involved some troubleshooting due to instrumentation issues but testing has proceeded smoothly since then, said Heather Martin, a graduate research assistant at the Advanced Structures and Composites Center who returned last Friday from a two-week trip to the Marin basin. Martin designed the blades and turbine on the prototype.
Learn more, here: http://phys.org/news/2011-05-umaine-deepwater-offshore-technology-proceeding.html


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Fadwa Rouhana is a Palestinian industrial Engineer Artist born in Haifa and living in Bethlehem.
Her photographic work had developed though her own experimental efforts in a long journey with the camera. Being raised in a place shattered by hurdles and injustice, the camera became an existential necessity, her asset to connect to a reality that had always rendered her estranged and alienated, as a woman and as a human being.
Photography is her own way to contemplate life and its meaning, how people are living it, their hopes and their hardships, their relation with their place and their environment, with their past and with their reality. It is her way to understand the whole human experience and to find her place inside it.
Her work was featured at many international fine art and photography magazines and platforms.
Awards and Nominations
Golden medal in fine art – conceptual photography by ND awards 2019.
Jury member at Monochrome photography awards
Across the nostalgia, Bethlehem 2016
Sublimations Arles, Italy 2019
That’s my World, Apfelwein Galerie, Frankfurt, March 2022
Retrotopia, Venice Art Factory, Venice March 2022
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"As I tell Lucy, something funny moves around my heart, and I think it's pain. There must be some reason that an ex-boyfriend or whatever from ten years ago makes me feel more than everything that's happening now."
(PRWEB) April 26, 2012
Raunchy, smart and fun, Finding Lucas is not just your average romantic comedy. It explores real issues of self-esteem, family dynamics and dysfunctional love—challenges that everyone faces at some point in their lives. Laugh-out-loud hilarious, snappy and relatable, Finding Lucas answers the question whether you can ever really go back to the past.
On her fifth anniversary with boyfriend Derek, Jamie Ross finds herself in a Montreal hotel room wondering how the carefree guy she met in a Chicago bar has turned into “the quintessential metrosexual.” Weighed down by Derek’s disdain for her second hand wardrobe, her unusual family and low-paying job as an associate producer of a daytime talk show, Jamie reaches a breaking point. And when her new boss plans to reunite lost loves on the show, she remembers Lucas— the boy she’d loved and lost ten years earlier. What follows is a quest that is at times hilarious and at others disastrous as Jamie’s life transforms from run of the mill to absolutely crazy. But will finding Lucas give Jamie everything she’s looking for?
Samantha Stroh Bailey has been a writer ever since she could pick up a pen. She sent her first romantic comedy manuscript, Freddy the Flame, to publishers at the age of ten. A former ESL teacher, she now spends her days writing and editing as owner of Perfect Pen Communications. Her work has appeared in Now Magazine, The Village Post, Oxford University Press, Abilities Magazine, on Mommyish.com as well as her blog at samanthastrohbailey.blogspot.ca. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two children. Her romantic comedy, Finding Lucas, is her first novel.
Format: Kindle eBook Price: $0.99


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Mitt Romney said he would have been unable to host the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah, had it not been for the "enormous spending and services of the federal government."
The words, uttered by Romney in 2002, are in direct contrast to the presumptive Republican presidential nominee's relentless attacks on President Barack Obama over his "you didn't build that" comments.
Romney and Republicans have spent the last month knocking Obama as government-obsessed and for crediting Washington with the success of small businesses. But by the former Massachusetts governor's own admission, it was only with the government's support that he was able to pull off the Olympics he so often heralds as one of his career's greatest accomplishments.
"Without question, we simply could not host Games in Salt Lake if it were not for the enormous spending and services of the federal government," Romney had said in a 2001 testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee during a hearing around cooperation between federal, state, local and private agencies for the Salt Lake City Olympics.
"When I came to the Games two years ago, following the revelations of bid impropriety, there was nothing which caused greater anxiety than whether or not we could count on this critical federal support," he said, before thanking both the Clinton and Bush administrations for being involved with his committee's planning efforts "every step of the way."
According to Romney at the time, former President George W. Bush specifically included Olympic items in the budget he submitted to Congress.
The testimony doesn't just contradict Romney's current position on the role of federal spending -- it also underscores the outside help he received in orchestrating the 2002 Olympics. Throughout Romney's candidacy, his campaign and affiliates have used the event to tout Romney as an "Olympics Savior." Pro-Romney super PAC Restore Our Future placed a $7.2 million ad buy centered on his Olympics success, featuring Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi in one of its ads reflecting on how Romney brought her "a sense of hope."
Missing from the ad, and Romney's own telling of the story, is how that hope for the 2002 Olympics was also restored through $342 million in direct federal funding and an additional $1.1 billion in indirect financing from Washington.
With A Little Help From My Friends (Joe Cocker)
(May 28, 2012) -- Despite a resurgence of Donald Trump's birther claims, Romney refused to repudiate the billionaire, who has been helping with his 2012 campaign efforts. "You know, I don't agree with all the people who support me ... I need to get 50.1 percent or more and I'm appreciative to have the help of a lot of good people," Romney said. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Who Let The Dogs Out (Baha Men)
(April 16, 2012) --  In an interview with ABC's Diane Sawyer, Romney discussed the political fallout over strapping his dog Seamus to a car roof. He admits that he probably would not do it again. (Handout)
It's The End Of The World As We Know It (R.E.M.)
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 4, 2012) -- Speaking before the Newspaper Association of America, Romney attacked Barack Obama on his health record, claiming the president "has taken a series of steps that end Medicare as we know it." (Photo: Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images)
For The Love Of Money (The O'Jays)
NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 14, 2012) --  Romney became testy on Fox News while discussing his appeal to lower-income voters. On the same day, Occupy Wall Street protesters staged a demonstration outside Mitt's Waldorf Astoria hotel fundraiser. (Photo: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images)
People Are Strange (The Doors)
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (March 9, 2012) -- While on the trail in Alabama and Mississippi, Romney got in touch with his Southern side, learning how to say "y'all" and liking his grits. With those new experiences in hand, he admitted that "strange things are happening to me." (Photo: AP/Evan Vucci)
Pink Cadillac (Bruce Springsteen)
DETROIT, Mich. (Feb. 24, 2012) --  While speaking before the Detroit Economic Club at Ford Field, Romney listed not two, not three, but four American-made cars that he and his wife, Ann, owned. Among the vehicles: "a couple of Cadillacs." (Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images)
It's The Hard-Knock Life (Annie & The Orphans)
TAMPA, Fla. (Feb. 1, 2012) -- In an interview with CNN, Romney noted that he is "not concerned about the very poor," citing the social safety net for that segment of the populace. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
America The Beautiful
THE VILLAGES, Fla. (Jan. 31, 2012) -- On the eve of Florida's primary, Romney led his supporters in a singing of the patriotic song. (Photo: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images)
Successful (Drake, Lil Wayne)
 CHARLESTON, S.C. (Jan. 19, 2012) --  During CNN's GOP debate, Romney refused to commit to disclosing his tax returns, offering no apologies for his success. (Photo: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images)
Bye Bye Bye ('N Sync)
NASHUA, N.H. (Jan. 9, 2012) --  In a speech about insurance options, Romney tells audience members, "I like being able to fire people who provide services to me." (Photo:AP/Charles Dharapak)
Don't Know Why (Norah Jones)
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (Oct. 27, 2011) -- Back in June 2011, Romney said humans are somewhat tied to climate change. By October, he had reversed course, saying "We don't know what causes climate change." (Photo: Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images)


The integrated WobbleTracker welds seams that are exactly positioned and only as wide as necessary!
Welding variable joint positions is a challenge which not every welding head can master. The tools of choice here are intelligent welding heads. They measure the position of the joint in order to place the weld seam at the correct position. Every welding task also requires a spot size that is adapted to the application - and the effective width of the laser beam can be flexibly optimised from one seam to another, ensuring a stable process. The weld seam width is thus only as wide as necessary, enabling the highest possible welding speeds.
On the fair SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN Precitec shows for the first time the YW52 high power welding head with controlled welding position and weld width. All the functions for it are fully integrated into the new YW52 welding head, without the need for additional external sensors, cameras or external linear positioning drives. The WobbleTracker uses the welding optics to coaxially measure the joint only a few millimeters in front of the TCP. The position acquired is immediately transferred to the controllable deflection mirror (also fully integrated) and a pre-selected Wobble amplitude and frequency is then overlaid. The minimum pre-process times (less than one tenth of a second) and the optimal distribution of the energy input per unit length over the weld seam width guarantee short cycle times in a fully optimised process.
Based on the modular concept of the YW30 Welding Head, the YW52 is designed to operate with maximum aperture and minimal overall size and is suitable for use with fibre, disk or diode lasers in the high power segment. In the basic version, the head is inexpensively priced, and its range of functions can be expanded to match the requirements of customer-specific applications. All well-known pre-process, in-process and post-process modules by Precitec can be integrated for fully automated production.
Quality-assured laser beam welding
The combination of quality monitoring systems and processing heads provides a complete solution for highly-automated processing. One example of Precitec's extensive experience in laser joining with concerted process assurance and monitoring of quality is the welding of power train parts with the SOUVIS® 5000 system. The inspection head can be automatically switched from the preceding operation mode (for highly accurate control of the laser beam) to the succeeding measurement of the seam position and quality. Circumferential weld seams allow correlating the joint position to the seam position and therefore the system detects lack of fusion caused by faulty seam positioning even on seams with perfect appearance. These new functions are to be seen live on our exhibition stand.
2D and 3D laser cutting with solid-state lasers
The new HP SSL Cutting Head is ideal for the use in flat bed systems and pipe-cutting machines with fibre-coupled lasers and laser power up to 6 kW. Modelled on the design of the successful and reliable HP series, the HP SSL has integrated distance sensors with extremely durable stability and a monitored protective window cartridge, which extends the life of the optics. The piercing sensor integrated into the new model considerably accelerates the cutting process. Pre-programmed waiting times at the beginning of the cutting procedure are shortened - the cutting process can now start directly after piercing. Motorised focal position adjustment enables the cutting of different sheet thicknesses within the same cycle - manual intervention is no longer necessary. The replacement of lenses for various focal lengths is fast and easy thanks to preadjustable cartridges. The mechanical interface is also the same for all HP1.5" Cutting Heads and this enables simple changing between CO2 lasers and fibre-coupled solid-state lasers.
The YRC Cutting System is the result of Precitec's many years of experience in laser cutting. The fast-reacting distance sensors with integrated height adjustment guarantee constantly high cutting quality at high speeds - even in the case of complex moulded components. The lenses are dust-proof sealed and the optical path is completely sealed - an absolute prerequisite for long-life optical components. The system is already used by well-known automotive companies, supply companies and job shops. The YRC system has a wide range of applications, including the cutting of holes in finished bodies and cross members of a vehicle or the cutting of hot-formed steel and hydro-formed profiles.


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The Japanese Maple Acer Palmatum is a stunning fully uk hardy plant. Palmatum has superb lush green leaves decorative leaves which turn brilliant shades of red and orange in the autumn before falling to show their glossy stems. Perfect plant for any garden, can be grown in the garden border or patio pot. Will grow to approx 3m tall if left, however can be pruned to keep smaller. Plant in a sheltered position to prevent leaf scorch.
YOU WILL RECEIVE 3 VERY HEALTHY PLANTS WHICH IS APPROX 40-50cm TALL & SUPPLIED BARE ROOTED

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