Google Maps and their Street View has been in the news a bit lately, and today we’re getting a look at one more exotic location. From the Galapagos Islands and beyond, now they’re going to remote locations unavailable to the general public. Hashima Island, commonly called Gunkanjima, which was also the setting in James Bond’s Skyfall is in the Google Street View Trekker’s eye this week.
Google announced yesterday that they’ll be offering the Trekker program to 3rd party groups, instead of just those Googlers, and that started with the Islands of Hawaii. We’re starting to see a trend here, with Google showing us beautiful locations many of us will never get to enjoy ourselves. And for that, we thank them.
Today they posted a neat video (below) of Hashima, an Island that housed coal miners and industrail workers, but was abandoned back in the 1970’s. Since then it’s been deserted and only opened to the public in 2009. Most areas are still completely off-limits, yet Google was able to get behind the ropes and see it all. Which means we get to see it all.
Not only is Battleship Island a huge tourist attraction, but the ever evolving state of the land due to ocean winds and water it will never be the same. Even though it’s completely abandoned by civilization. For Google to get access to nearly every safe part of the Island, and capture these stunning images, it will be preserved digitally forever.
I don’t know about you guys, but all of these Street View videos just makes me want to take a vacation somewhere tropical. Find out more at the link below.
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Thursday, 5 December 2013: dawn to dusk
Printable view Forecast issued: 1556 on Thursday, 5 December 2013
Much less windy than Thursday. Wintry showers in the west at first, a little snow more generally later. Brightest in the east early on.
|Heavy snow||Low||A chance of some snow showers in the west early on, with a little snow more generally later.|
|Storm force winds||No Risk|
|Gales||Low||There is a chance of gale-force gusts in isolated wintry showers, easing later.|
|Severe chill effect||Medium||Winds remain strong while the air is coldest, perhaps gale with wintry showers. Easing later.|
|Persistent and extensive hill fog||Medium||Milder air moving over cold ground is likely to lead to widespread blanket hill fog at 500m later.|
|Heavy persistent rain||No Risk|
|Strong Sunlight||No Risk|
|Dawn to 0900||0900 to 1200||1200 to 1500||1500 to dusk|
Light snow showers
Pre-dawn, there is a chance of successive snow showers moving in from the Irish Sea to affect similar parts of the west of the Park, perhaps giving some snow accumulations in places. It should be a drier and clearer morning in the east, much colder than of late despite the lighter wind. It should become generally cloudy as the day goes on, with some more general snow flurries possible later. Note: gales are still possible early on.
Starting good, becoming very good for a time before moderating later. Locally poor in snow showers.
Milder air moving over cold ground is likely to lead to widespread blanket hill fog at 500m later.
Northwesterly 35-40mph in showers, easing later.
|Valleys||Minus 3 becoming plus 3 Celsius.|
|600 m||Minus 3 becoming zero Celsius.|
|Freezing level||Rising from the surface to clear the peaks later.|
Less cold than Friday, with the best of limited cloud breaks likely towards the east, perhaps giving an early frost. Otherwise rather cloudy throughout, with hill fog possible over the higher peaks, perhaps giving a little light rain and drizzle at times.
Moderate becoming good.
Broken hill fog around 500m.
|Valleys||Minus 1 becoming plus 7 Celsius.|
|600 m||Plus 4 Celsius.|
|Freezing level||Above the summits.|
A similar day to Saturday, still a lot of cloud around, however a slightly greater chance of sunny spells as high pressure builds to the south. Moderate westerly winds.
With patchy rain having moved through overnight, perhaps a damp and rather cloudy start. Although the cloudy theme will generally persist, some sunny spells are still likely with light westerly winds.
Similar to previous days, although with a risk of slow to clear fog as southwesterly winds become light.
Altitude 511 metres
Rainfall measured at 15:00 Thursday, 05 December 2013
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During wildfire season, people on the West Coast know in the back of their minds that they need to be ready to get out of town at a moment's notice. But not everyone knows exactly where to go if California wildfires force evacuations in their area, especially if they have just minutes to flee. Knowing your options beforehand can be crucial to guaranteeing your safety.
The fast-moving Getty wildfire prompted the emergency mandatory evacuation of almost 8,000 homes in the West Los Angeles neighborhoods of Brentwood and Pacific Palisades in the middle of the night on Oct. 28. Some residents told the Los Angeles Times that they had just minutes to get out as the fire approached. One of my friends living in the voluntary evacuation zone awoke to the smell of smoke and decided to pack his bags and head out of town ahead of what proved to be a traffic nightmare as road closures and evacuations clogged freeways.
And with so many people suddenly fleeing, hotel rooms were on short supply. Los Angeles Lakers basketball player LeBron James tweeted that after being forced to evacuate, he was driving around with his family looking for a hotel room, which they finally found after trying several places with no luck.
In a statement, Los Angeles Fire Department Spokesperson Margaret Stewart said residents can access the official fire evacuation map to see when it's safe to return home. Firefighters plan to work throughout the day to fight flareups and hot spots ahead of strong Santa Ana winds expected overnight, which could potentially fan flames of the 656-acre fire that's 5% contained.
In Northern California, the massive Kincade Fire, which began Oct. 23, 2019, continues to burn as residents brace for more mandatory power outages to reduce the risk of new wildfires. The more than 75,000-acre fire has forced thousands to evacuate in Lake, Napa, and Sonoma counties. You can find the most up-to-date evacuation information on the California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection's website.
If you've been evacuated, and you need a place to go, here's where to find shelter from the California wildfires.


How to Properly Store a Genuine Leather Chamois
Cleaning a Genuine Leather Chamois after Use
A genuine leather chamois cloth should always be properly cleaned prior to storing. Allowing a chamois leather to dry with grit and grime in the fibers can significantly shorten the life of the cloth. After each use, a chamois cloth should be washed thoroughly in clean soapy water, wrung out and rinsed several times to remove any dirt or grit it may have pulled from the finish during the drying process. The dirt and grit that a chamois pulls into its fiber structure as it cleans and dries a vehicles surface will become abrasive over time and make the chamois much stiffer and less malleable when dried. Washing the grime and dirt out of the chamois after each use will insure the cloth performs as intended and extend its life.
Cleaning a Chamois with the Wrong Soap or With Chemicals Will Destroy It
A natural leather chamois cloth should always be washed in clean water with the same mild car wash soap used on the vehicle. NEVER wash a chamois in general purpose soaps or those intended for other uses. One of the most common mistakes when cleaning a genuine leather chamois is washing it in the washing machine and drying it in the dryer. Dish soaps, such as dawn, are degreasers that are specifically designed to break up grease and oils, and will strip the tanning oils from the chamois (and if used on a vehicle will completely strip the wax finish).
Washing a chamois with a degreaser (such as Dawn dish soap or Simple Green), chemicals (such as bleach or ammonia) laundry detergents (powdered or liquid), or any other soaps not intended specifically for use on a vehicles finish, can remove the tanning oils that protect the leather. Stripping the protective oils from the cloth will cause the now unprotected leather to rot and fall apart. A chamois that has had the tanning oils stripped from it will quickly become brittle, dry, may develop holes, and will begin to shed, leaving pieces of itself, in the form of lint, on the surface being dried.
Hanging a Chamois Cloth Out to Dry
Before hanging up, the cleaned chamois can be stretched, by pulling on opposite edges, back to its original (roughly rectangular) form. Once reshaped, the chamois should be hung up and left until completely dry. Be sure to hand the chamois away from direct sunlight. Leaving a little soap in the chamois leather when storing will not damage the cloth.
Never store a wet chamois in a sealed bag or any other air-tight container. A damp chamois should also never be hung up to dry in extreme cold. If the water in the chamois freezes, the fibers will break as the water expands, prematurely aging the leather. Once properly dried, a chamois can easily be re-softened for use wet or dry.
Softening a Dry Stiff Leather Chamois
A leather chamois can become extremely stiff once dry, especially if not properly washed out. However, a stiff chamois cloth is easily re-softened by re-wetting or by rubbing it against itself (for dry use or easy folding).
To soften a stiff dry chamois, rub the leather against itself or draw it back and forth across the edge of a clean surface while gripping it by the opposite ends. A dry softened chamois can be used to remove smudges and dust from smartphones, computer screens, windows and appliances. A dry chamois cloth that has been softened is also much easier to fold for storing.
A dried stiff chamois cloth can also be softened by simply re-wetting. No special instructions or precautions are required. A damp or wetted leather chamois is great for drying windows, mirrors, stainless steel surfaces as well as vehicles.
Properly Storing a Genuine Chamois Cloth
After the Natural leather Chamois has been properly washed, rinsed, wring out, stretched out, hung up until completely dry, re-softened and folded, then it is ready to be stored. To maximize the life of the natural chamois cloth, it should be stored in a cool, dry place away from any chemicals, damp or direct sunlight.


An urgent water cut has been imposed in Colombo 10 and 12 until 8.00 a.m. tomorrow (07), says the National Water Board Drainage Board. MORE..
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Millions of Ghanian fans are highly disappointed with the Black stars of Ghana as Cameroon extended Ghana’s 35 years of hurt at the Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win in the semi-final to set up a showdown with Egypt. Hugo Broos’ side, who have been the surprises of …Read More »
Rapper Jay Z and singer Beyonce with daughter Blue Ivy Carter in 2014 Ring the alarm: Queen Bey is having twins. The superstar singer posted a photo with her baby bump on Instagram Wednesday, announcing the joyful news. “We would like to share our love and happiness. We have been …Read More »
Mr Rex Tillerson, the former chairman and CEO of Exxon Mobil, has been confirmed by the US Senate to become President Donald Trump’s secretary of state. The Texas native, 64, was cleared for full Senate approval in a 56-43 vote. The vote came after Senate Republicans changed the rules in …Read More »
Cameroon The Indomitable Lions Replies the Captain of The Black Stars & Warns Ghana Ahead of the Semi-Finial
Cameroon warns Ghana ahead of semi-final The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon have fired a serious warning to Ghana on their clash in the semi-final of the AFCON on Thursday at Stade de Franceville. Cameroon upstaged competition favorites Senegal to reach the last-four in Gabon. What was crucial was not just …Read More »
Ghana Black Stars Captain Asamoah Gyan Spoke Finally About the Semifinal on Thursday in Franceville.
Ghana skipper Asamoah Gyan says the team is inspired to get a win against Cameroon whom they meet in the semifinal on Thursday in Franceville. Gyan also spoke about his injury recovery saying he was feeling much better and would train on Wednesday. “The team is motivated and what we …Read More »
Mr.KDF Williams CEO of BullaHat Star Records Worldwide “singer & writer of the song titled beautiful”Meets SpokesMan for the President of Nigeria;Minister of Information & Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed.
In Lagos Nigeria Dignitaries came in strictly by invitation from all across the world to Eko Hotel & Suites (Eko Art Expo) which was made possible by the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode and the Honorable National Minister of Information & Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed. Dignitaries such as Founder …Read More »
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode and National Minister of Information & Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed Eko Art Expo
In Lagos Nigeria-the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode and national minister of Information & Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed , was at the Opening Ceremony at Eko Art Expo on behave of Late Rasheed Gbadamosi Art Exhibition as part of activities to celebrate Lagos@50 at the Eko Hotel & Suites, …Read More »
Nollywood Famous actress Ini Edo is currently in the news again as there are claims that the actress is engaged to a Millionaire who is married. The alledged Stanley Uzochukwu is married to a northern socialite, Irene and blessed with three kids. The actress is currently in Dubai for vacation and enjoying …Read More »
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Following the departure of long-time leader Yayha Jammeh after being in power for 22 years, he is being accused for looting the Gambia’s State Coffers of more than $11 million (£8.8m; €10.3m), shipping out luxury vehicles by cargo plane, a special adviser, Mai Ahmed Fatty, for the new president claimed. “The Gambia is …Read More »

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Boy! England sure is an island, isn’t it? That comes through loud and clear reading about last night’s Glamour Awards, which saw the magazine offering up honors for “extraordinary and inspirational women from a variety of fields,” apparently. Among those honored were deserving names like former Spice Girls chanteuse-turned-fashion gremlin Victoria Beckham, who was named Woman of the Decade.
Woman of the Decade! Quelle surprise!
Also honored: Jessie J, who received the Editor’s Award (no idea why); Rita Ora, who received the prize for Solo Artist; The Saturdays, whose award just says “Band” (go with it); and Nicole Scherzinger, who was named best TV Personality (wait, really?). Hm. It’s getting more difficult to go along with this, Glamour. It really is.
At any rate, given that several of those figures are widely reviled in the United States, it’s nice that they can still get their shine on the other side of the pond. Good work, Scherzy. Go where they love you.
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Scottish producer/artist CALVIN HARRIS has delayed plans to work with R+B star Kelis on her latest album because he is "too busy".
The Milkshake singer is desperate to work with Harris - who has already collaborated with Kylie Minogue - but the Acceptable In The Eighties star says Kelis will have to wait because of his hectic schedule.
He says, "We had a bowl of fruit in a posh London hotel together. I'd love to do stuff for her but it seems like I don't have any time to even take a s**t nowadays.
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Nanohex are a 1 man band from Macodenia that plays dark ambient mixed with experimental and industrial music and this is a review of their 2011 album "Closure" which was released by Kalpamantra.
Synths bring a very dark ambient/drone sound to the music, while the sound effects bring in sounds from experimental, noise and industrial music, as for the drum programming it brings a ritualistic sound to the music.
Vocals and songwriting are all absent from this recording with the music being all instrumental except for a brief spoken word part being utilized on one song, while the song themes cover darkness and death, as for the production it has a very dark, raw and primitive sound to it.
In my opinion Nanohex are a very great sounding dark ambient/drone project and if you are a fan of this style, you should check out this recording. RECOMMENDED TRACKS INCLUDE "Behind The Mirror" "Ego Death" and "Non-Existence". RECOMMENDED BUY.


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Columbia Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office
Bringing the “Big Muddy” to Rural Students
BY SARAH ETTINGER-DIETZEL, COLUMBIA FWCO
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On May 8th, 2015, Columbia Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office (FWCO) had the opportunity to make a special trip to southern Missouri to speak with biology students at Dora High School. At the request of Elizabeth Siepker, Natural Sciences teacher, and Principle, Rick Luna, Sarah Ettinger-Dietzel eagerly accepted the invitation to interact with the students. Many students were on overload from final exams and the anticipation of summer vacation and the opportunity to learn about the Service’s mission, Columbia FWCO projects and career opportunities was a welcome break for the students (and teachers) at Dora High School.
Sarah began with an introduction to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) and the overarching mission of the agency; specifically addressing Strategic Habitat Conservation and the partnerships needed to implement conservation efforts on the ground (and in the water). The Missouri River, a.k.a, the “Big Muddy,” was introduced to the students with a brief historical overview and discussion of challenges influencing the river today. Pictures of past and present Service employees hanging out with the most commonly found species in the Missouri River while a brief overview was given on the each of the projects. One particular favorite for the students was a short video clip of invasive carp, specifically Silver Carp and the major challenges and issues associated with the species. This included the damage these fast growing animals can inflict on the environment as well as individual people. The video inspired discussion about invasive species and the damage that non-native animals can inflict on the environment (not to mention people). Students were amazed and even slightly horrified.
The presentation wrapped up with a section on careers with the Service. The take-away message was that even if the students were not overly passionate about the great outdoors, there were many different supporting roles within the Service that provide a critical foundation for on-the-ground (and in-the-water) conservation work. After the presentation, I broke out preserved specimens for the students to become acquainted with. The sturgeon species were a big hit with their dinosaur like appearance and so were infamous Northern Snake Head, getting props for its unusual ability to breathe out of water for hours.
With each class the students had multiple questions after each presentation and of course the “one that got away” fish stories. The students of Dora High School were attentive and exhibited a wonderful curiosity about our jobs with the Service, especially at Columbia FWCO. The students also showed a great deal of enthusiasm at the prospect of volunteering and working with conservation organizations in the future. It was a pleasure to provide an outreach opportunity with the students and teachers at Dora High School and it is the Columbia FWCO’s hope there will be many more chances to continue providing educational opportunities in the form of these amazing outreach events.

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Senate passes massive Wall St regulation bill
Prodded by national anger at Wall Street, the US Senate on Thursday passed the most far-reaching restraints on big banks since the Great Depression. In its broad sweep, the massive bill would touch Wall Street CEOs and first-time homebuyers, high-flying traders and small town lenders.business Updated: May 21, 2010 23:33 IST
Prodded by national anger at Wall Street, the US Senate on Thursday passed the most far-reaching restraints on big banks since the Great Depression. In its broad sweep, the massive bill would touch Wall Street CEOs and first-time homebuyers, high-flying traders and small town lenders.
The 59-39 vote represents an important achievement for President Barack Obama, and comes just two months after his health care overhaul.
The bill must now be reconciled with a House version that passed in December. A key House negotiator predicted the legislation would reach Obama’s desk before the July 4 holiday.
As House and Senate negotiators meet to work out differences in the bills, the common ground between the two bills will likely tilt toward making the bill tougher on banks rather than weaker.
The legislation calls for new ways to watch for risks in the financial system and makes it easier to liquidate large failing financial firms. It would impose new restraints on the largest, most interconnected banks and demand proof that borrowers could pay for the simplest of mortgages.
“Our goal is not to punish the banks but to protect the larger economy and the American people from the kind of upheavals that we’ve seen in the past few years,” Obama said. The financial industry, he said, had tried to stop the new regulations “with hordes of lobbyists and millions of dollars in ads.”
The bill was solidly supported by Obama’s Democratic Party. Republicans uniformly opposed the bill at every turn.
“The decisions we’ve made will have an impact on the lives of Americans for decades to come,” said Republican Sen. Richard Shelby, who voted against the legislation. “The marketplace does not give credit for good intentions.”
Democrats argued the bill was a potent response to the financial abuses, regulatory weaknesses and consumer misjudgments that plunged the nation deep into recession.
“To Wall Street, it says: No longer can you recklessly gamble away other people’s money,” said Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a Democrat. “It says the days of too big to fail are behind us. It says to those who game the system: The game is over.” AP
First Published: May 21, 2010 23:32 IST

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A world-class research facility that aims to protect thousand of kilometres of underwater oil and gas pipelines worth billions of dollars from destructive cyclones has won a major award for a team of engineers at The University of Western Australia.
Researchers from The University of Western Australia and Murdoch University have for the first time identified a number of WA sites capable of producing large quantities of commercial biofuel from microalgae.
Man-made structures such as harbours, tourist facilities, oil rigs and aquaculture farms provide ideal sanctuaries for jellyfish polyps to flourish and may explain an apparent increase in jellyfish blooms in many coastal waters around the world.
A team of international scientists, including a researcher from The University of Western Australia, has found that soil erosion, land degradation and climate change pose a mounting threat to coastal reefs and their ecosystems in the western Indian Ocean.
Premier's Fellow and research leader at The University of Western Australia's Oceans Institute and School of Earth and Environment, Winthrop Professor Malcolm McCulloch, has been awarded Australia's most prestigious research fellowship.
Ultraviolet radiation has caused a steep increase in deaths among marine animals and plants, according to an international team including scientists at the Oceans Institute of The University of Western Australia.
An unprecedented Indian Ocean heatwave that peaked in March 2011 with large impacts on marine organisms at Jurien Bay, 250km north of Perth, may provide crucial insights into how extreme climatic events affect life in the sea, according to research led by The University of Western Australia.
Ocean gliders from a national research facility based at The University of Western Australia will be able to provide more data for crucial climate and marine research following a $6million injection of funding from the State Government.
The Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, the Hon. Greg Combet AM, MP, delivered a public joint lecture on ‘Understanding Climate Change and the Carbon Price' to 250 guests at The University of Western Australia last week.
A PhD student at The University of Western Australia is creating the first map to show the distribution of floating marine plastics in Australian waters, and models that chart the likely pathways of these plastics and sea turtle hatchlings.
A study involving the collaboration between researchers at The University of Western Australia and the Spanish National Research Council has shown that warming of Mediterranean seawater over this century, under a moderately optimistic scenario of greenhouse gas emissions, is likely to cause the functional extinction of these seagrass meadows.
Researchers at The University of Western Australia have contributed to the first global analysis of carbon stored in seagrasses which shows they can hold as much carbon as the world's temperate and tropical forests.


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Thursday, March 18, 2010
The latest buzz word is Bistro 222 of Dearborn where Chef Michael Chamas' sauteed lake perch is served with a lemon caper sauce on a bed of crispy garlicky and mashed potatoes. Open for lunch and dinner on Michigan Avenue, the food is delicious and the atmosphere is cozy. The American dishes are made with fresh local produce when available and have a definite European influence. We like their three word motto displayed on their window: Live, Love, Eat!

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A formula for cities
By Esther Goh,
Why do companies fail and die while cities survive?
Physicist Geoffrey West has found that simple mathematical laws govern the properties of cities.
Wealth, crime and many other factors can all be calculated based on population alone.
Essentially, life itself is scaleable, he says, and in this Ted talk he delves deeper into the economies of scale of urban dwelling.

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“As a talented journalist, as a Mormon, and as a distant cousin, Ron Scott is able to skillfully pierce the carefully-crafted public image of Mitt Romney to provide a fascinating portrait of one of America’s most complicated political figures. The combination of dogged reporting, captivating writing, and familiarity with Romney’s background makes this insightful book required reading for anyone wanting to look beyond the Tin Man image of a man who could one day become president of the United States.”
—George E. Curry, Nationally syndicated columnist
“Ronald Scott comes at his biography of Mitt Romney from a slightly different direction: He’s known Romney for decades, since the Republican frontrunner was his stake president in Massachusetts. The result is honest, yet never a simple takedown. Through dogged reporting and his own personal recollections, Scott paints a broad-ranging portrait of Romney, from his college years through his missionary experience, his business triumphs and his time running both the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City and the state of Massachusetts. It’s a look at the ideals he adopted from his father, former Michigan Gov. George Romney, as well as where he steered his own politics in a different direction. The image that emerges, as is true of any well-studied individual’s life, is more complex than you might expect. Scott highlights the personality traits that simultaneously made Romney a success in the private and the public sector, and a difficult-to-embrace enigma for many potential voters.”
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Mitt Romney takes a frank and revealing look at what makes Mitt the man tick, protraying him as more human than he often appears to be on the stump: his character and convictions, his words and actions, his flips and his flops, and his triumphs and setbacks. It also attempts to answer the question everyone is asking: Could a faithful Mormon really win his party’s nomination and then upset the popular, if now struggling, incumbent president, Barack Obama? Drawing on extensive research amassed over more than two decades, including interviews with people who know Romney best—allies and adversaries alike—this book paints a savvy, textured, and revealing portrait of the candidate, his history, family, religion, political beliefs, and strategy. It puts Mitt in context like no other book to date.

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Takes Place just days before the events of Avengers Assemble!
Marvel Comics has released the first level of a behind-the-scenes Sneak Peek at Avengers as directed by Joss Whedon himself, up for pre-order on Tuesday, September 20th.
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Marvel Comics released this new and exacting level of the first chapter of Phase Three's official continuity at ComicCon Central. Various photos from the saleline said the chaos beginning beginning at the door of Avengers Mansion was orchestrated to allow for X-Men: Dark Phoenix's Aurora Borealis injury to reason back from Midnight. At the very beginning of the Infinity Gauntlet episode Cinematic Link: Othertenace, Stryker proposes to Yates, which includes a prison scene.<|endoftext|>Tuesday morning, Hans Williams hit now-mere 805 car
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Note: All prices are in $NZD (New Zealand Dollar). We do not ship internationally at this stage. Any purchase outside of Wellington will require the additional purchase of a guitar case with which to ship the guitar in. You can make your choice of guitar case from Rockshop and we will add this to your final price. We recommend Rockcase or Gator rectangular cases. Purchases within the Wellington area are welcome to come and pick up their guitar upon completion, or have it personally delivered at a small cost.
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Using SVG as a format to create vector lines, outlining the curves and shapes of a guitar body has been key in coming up with my own designs. Here I have compiled several of these guitar body designs in SVG format for you to see and use as you see fit. Using a Stratocaster as… (read more)
Welcome to Crimson Guitars’ Mini-Torial on wiring up a simple guitar circuit, this time with James Blackburn. This circuit consists of a volume pot, a tone pot and a jack input. Of course, many of the guitars these days will include more than one pickup, and so additional wires and a switch is usually required… (read more)
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Mazara Del Vallo Tourism
Mazara del Vallo (Italian pronunciation: [madˈdzaːra del ˈvallo]; Sicilian: Mazzara) is a town and comune in southwestern Sicily, Italy, which lies mainly on the left bank at the mouth of the Mazaro river, administratively part of the province of Trapani. It is an agricultural and fishing centre and its port gives shelter to the largest fishing fleet in Italy.Wikipedia
Discover the beauty of the city's striking landscope, welcome to Mazara Del Vallo, Italy. The nearest major city to Mazara Del Vallo is Palermo. Attractions in Palermo include Palazzo Dei Normanni, Palermo Cathedral, Monreale Norman Cathedral. To explore Mazara Del Vallo, set aside 1 to 2 number of your days. You'll be coming back for more!
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Plan your customized day by day trip plan for Mazara Del Vallo. Choose from various experinces categories as adventure, romantic and family and kids friendly for your trip using using Mazara Del Vallo trip planner.

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Ice Prince Zamani is unarguably a household name to reckon with in the Nigerian music industry when it comes to rap flows. Despite his recent struggles to remain relevant in the industry which proved futile, Ice Prince is still one of the good rappers that Nigeria has ever produced.
In recent times, most of his songs haven’t been able to hit that jackpot like some his old songs like ‘Oleku’, ‘Aboki’ and others. However, with the new release of another single by him titled ‘Feel Good’ featuring two Nigerian rap god, Phyno and the President of the Sweet Boys Association (SBA), Falz the bahd guy. Most music lovers don’t really care about the new song, they are concerned about the dwindling career of Ice Prince, the biggest question on the lips of many music lovers is; Will this new song with Phyno and Falz revive the sinking career of Ice Prince?. Because the silver tint of the cloud is that the ‘Aboki’ crooner doesn’t have the touch that can strum the heart of people anymore, they believe he lost it a long time ago.


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AIDA Design x Innovation x 30 = The King of HX
Sitting at the top of the throne of next-gen AIDA NDI HX3 cameras is the pinnacle of our innovation, the UHD-NDI3-X30. Assisting the camera is a 4K 30X optical zoom module, capable of capturing video clearly up to 50M, or 150ft. From Crystal-Clear HX 3 1080p to Majestic HX 2160p, capture every detail and steal the show using the cameras autofocusing ability!
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Management of sedation and analgesia in critical care medicine is a multidisciplinary process that involves physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers. Optimal management of these common issues includes recognition of the importance of predisposing and causative conditions that contribute to the sensations of pain and discomfort, anxiety, and delirium. Treatment includes pharmacological intervention, correction of predisposing factors, and use of other preventative and nonpharmacological measures. It is increasingly clear that, although necessary for patient comfort, sedative and analgesic medications can have adverse consequences, including side-effects as well as prolonged mechanical ventilation and ICU length of stay. Optimal use of sedative and analgesic medications involves matching unique properties of specific medications with individual patient characteristics. Guidelines that minimize unnecessary variability in practice, prevent excessive medication, and emphasize management based on individual patient characteristics improve the effective utilization of these medications.

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We provide innovative, atrractive and interactive web developing and app designing services that drives our client happy.Our 20+ young and energetic expertise team comprises of web developers content writers, graphic designers, product engineers and business analysts with the help of whom we turn your ideas into reality.
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Our efficient team of web developing services can help you in enhancing the growth of your enterprise online by providing you with effective web solutions and will help you in creating your identity in a digital platform. In this era of technology, a professionally designed corporate website acts as a medium for B2B and B2C communication. Logicgrape, a digital agency has a group of experts who can help you in creating a strong client relationship by providing you with the best service possible.
We believe in fulfilling the business expectations of our clients so that we can help them in reaching their goals through our customized solutions.

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What is the state of a thermodynamic system?
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1. Closed system. This is a system of fixed mass whose boundaries are determined by the space of the working substance occupied in it. In a closed system, heat and work cross the boundary of the system, but there is no addition or loss of the original mass of the working substance. Thus the mass of the working substance which comprises the system, is fixed.
2. Open system. In this system, the working substance crosses the boundary of the system. The heat and work may also cross the boundary.
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L’Emilie T65 Traditional French flour is particularly popular with artisan bakers, enabling them to offer their customers the famous “Traditional French Baguette”, whose ingredients and production conditions are governed by the 1993 “bread decree”.
It is therefore ideally suited to making the kind of baguette that consumers love. The traditional baguette goes perfectly with cheeses such as Brie, seasonal jams, casseroles and stews, cured hams, raw vegetables…
Conditions for making a Traditional French Baguette
For a baguette to be called “traditional” – or a “Traditional French Baguette” – it must be made on site and with no additives. It must be made exclusively from bread-making wheat flour, drinking water and cooking salt. It cannot be frozen. It can be kneaded with a starter, baked in a traditional deck oven and given five slashes with a knife.
L’Emilie T65 flour has an ash rate (0.65%). It is easy to work with and provides the ideal raw material for offering your customers tasty, high-quality Traditional French Baguettes, with a crisp crust and a soft, cream-coloured, honeycombed crumb. It is therefore destined to be baked by a demanding baker who respects artisan working methods !
Label Rouge and CRC® certified flour
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A perfect app for your next party or potluck.
Rosemary, Mushroom & Brie Bundles
Canola or olive oil, for cooking
1 tbsp (15 ml) butter
2 cups (500 ml) sliced mushrooms
1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped fresh rosemary
2 tbsp (30 ml) balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup (60 ml) dried cranberries
4 oz Brie or goat cheese
1 pkg puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, lightly beaten (optional)
Preheat the oven to 400˚F. In a large, heavy skillet, heat a drizzle of oil with the butter over medium-high heat. Sauté the mushrooms for seven to eight minutes, until they release their moisture, it cooks off and then starts to brown. Add the rosemary and sprinkle with salt.
Add the balsamic vinegar and cook until it evaporates. Remove from the heat, stir in the cranberries, and set aside to cool.
On a lightly floured surface roll the pastry out to a nine-inch square (if it isn’t pre-rolled). Cut into three strips in both directions, making 9 squares.
Place a spoonful of the mushroom mixture and a small slice of Brie or bit of crumbled goat cheese into the middle of each square. Pull up each corner and pinch to seal them together in the middle.
Transfer to a parchment-lined sheet and if you like, brush with a little beaten egg. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until puffed and golden. Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold. Makes 9 pastry bundles.
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Real estate experience from the ground up
Carmody represents individuals, developers and investors in a broad range of real estate matters, including acquisitions, sales, financing, leasing, construction, project development, environmental, asset operations and management, and tax and assessment disputes. We also have a long history of representing utilities in related real estate matters.
Some of our specific practice strengths include:
In the real estate industry, few decisions are more critical for success than choosing the right partners who can get the deal done. At Carmody, our Real Estate Group has the local presence and market knowledge coupled with the resources, depth and breadth to help you achieve your goals. We understand that every deal is different, and we know how to identify what your project needs and how to get it done.
Financing solutions for today's volatile real estate market
Carmody brings to bear wide-ranging experience and an integrated approach to meet borrower and lender needs in all types of debt financings, workouts and restructurings. Our experience enables us to customize solutions for today's complex and challenging market to meet your capital needs for property financing. We work with our clients' lenders to structure, negotiate and document real estate financing transactions, including asset-based lending, construction and term loans, security agreements, project financing, loan restructures and workouts, letters of credit, and acquisition financing.
Getting projects done
Carmody is one of the leading zoning and land-use firms in Connecticut. Our clients range from major international corporations to local and national developers, non-profits such as churches, schools, hospitals and clubs, as well as private homeowners and municipalities. Whether representing private developers or municipalities, we work closely with town planners and land use agencies to identify potential legal issues early and offer practical, comprehensive solutions.
With a multidisciplinary, collaborative approach that draws expertise from our environmental, tax, finance, corporate, and dispute resolution practices, we are well-known for our ability to:
Deep insight into government workings
With decades of success and public sector experience, we understand the government, political and policy environments in which the decisions affecting our clients are made. In Connecticut, our unique insight is a result of direct involvement with the state and municipalities.
A problem-solving mindset
Carmody’s Environmental Group focuses on transactions, regulatory compliance, litigation and alternative dispute resolution. We represent regional, national and international businesses, in addition to municipalities, state agencies, commercial lenders, nonprofit organizations, regulated utilities and private citizens in Connecticut environmental matters. Drawing on the firm's strong municipal, regulatory and business practices, we assist clients with:
No matter what the environmental issues may be, we focus on your goals, and strive to manage matters efficiently and in a cost-effective manner.
We represent residential and mixed-use cooperative corporations, condominium associations and boards, as well as developers in all aspects of commercial projects. Our work routinely includes the review and preparation of condominium and owners’ association documents, negotiation of construction loans, land use and zoning, condo conversions, commercial leasing transactions, and enforcement of purchase agreements. Thanks to our decades of experience, we can develop the most effective strategies to resolve complicated issues so that we can help you keep matters moving in the right direction.
Lawyers for the entire housing development lifecycle
Carmody represents property owners and developers in all aspects of acquisition, development, financing and operation of multifamily housing, including senior housing and affordable housing. We are involved in the entire lifecycle of housing development from the early stages of property acquisition and planning through land use approvals, financing, construction, and sale or rent-up and management. Our attorneys are experienced with the financing programs and regulatory requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority and other Connecticut agencies, and municipal governments. We have built and maintained strong relationships with members of the affordable housing development community at local, state and national levels.
Our representations frequently include closing equity investment transactions for low-income housing tax credits and state and federal historic preservation tax credits in addition to the closing of governmental financial assistance, tax-exempt bond loan, state agency financing, and commercial loan transactions. We also have experience with property tax abatements, state housing tax credits, energy efficiency financing, and other incentives for housing development.
Connected in Connecticut
We represent numerous governmental and quasi-governmental entities including state and local economic development agencies, state financing authorities, universities and many cities, towns and municipal authorities. Our vast experience spans property acquisitions and sales, financing, leasing, sale/leaseback transactions, land development, construction, property management, planning and zoning and other land use law, environmental law and regulation, title examination and resolution of title issues.
Our Municipal/Government practice encompasses:
Managing taxable moments
Carmody’s Tax Assessment and Valuation Appeals Group understands the process for determining the fair market value of real estate assets, and has experience handling the multitude of issues that affect or influence property valuation.
We work to help property owners pay property taxes based on a fair assessment. In the event there is a need to appeal, our goal is to help our clients achieve the best possible outcome through settlement or trial. While we are ready to go to court to litigate your cause if needed, we always keep your budget and overall goals in mind.
Building blocks for success
Carmody understands the difficult and diverse risks the construction industry faces today. Our attorneys guide you through the planning, design, construction and operation of virtually every type of construction project. We represent owners, contractors, subcontractors and sureties in construction litigation disputes. Many of our clients are project owners in the private and public sectors including the State of Connecticut, large and small municipalities, school boards, hospitals and businesses.
We are adept in projects of all shapes and sizes, but have particular experience in the development and construction of energy-related projects throughout the world. We have represented owners, general contractors, and subcontractors in numerous energy-related construction projects. Our experience includes all traditional forms of fulfillment arrangements (e.g., engineering, procurement, and/or construction), AIA and customized documentation, and transactions related to construction (e.g., project and program management, financing facilities, and ownership structures).
Our lawyers are regularly involved in an expanse of transactions from the every-day to the first-of-its-kind. In addition to our role as legal counsel, we add value through our ability to manage large-scale transactions and to formulate and achieve result-oriented strategies. Whether the project is large or small, we draw on the strengths of our cross-trained professionals to deliver efficient and cost-effective services.
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The owner of Ladbrokes Coral has been fined £5.9m for not protecting vulnerable customers and for failings in its anti-money laundering measures.
The Gambling Commission says that over a three-year period, Ladbrokes and Coral failed to put effective safeguards in place to “prevent consumers suffering gambling harm”.
One customer lost £98,000 and had asked the company to stop sending promotions.
But the firm failed to carry out “social responsibility interactions”.
The Gambling Commission said the problems occurred between November 2014 and October 2017 and carried on after GVC Holdings bought Ladbrokes Coral.
GVC Holdings will pay £4.8m and divest £1.1m “gained from customers as a result of its failings”.
In one instance, a Ladbrokes customer had 460 attempted deposits into their gambling account declined. However, they were still able to lose £98,000 over two and a half years.
The commission also highlighted a Coral customer who spent £1.5m over nearly three years, during which time they logged onto their account an average 10 times a day for one month and lost £64,000 in one four week period.
It said Coral “did not ask the customer to evidence their source of funds and could not provide evidence of any social responsibility interactions being carried out”.
Richard Watson, executive director of the Gambling Commission, said: “These were systemic failings at a large operator which resulted in consumers being harmed and stolen money flowing though the business and this is unacceptable.”

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U.S. allows emergency COVID-19 vaccine to try and end pandemic.
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People with a history of "significant" allergic reactions warned against getting COVID-19 vaccine.
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Fauci says U.S. may not fully go back to normalcy until 2022
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The drug has become the first to be approved by FDA for the treatment of coronavirus.
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After its $25 phones fail to dent the dominance of Google and Apple, the Firefox backer will try to compete using technological superiority -- and maybe by adding key Android apps, too.
We check out the coolest kit from Mobile World Congress 2015, from the smartest smartphones to the weirdest wearables.
From the doubly-curved Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge and news of Google's wireless service, to a suitcase that weighs itself, here are the most important things that happened at the world's largest mobile show.
As supplies of the coveted collectibles dwindle, enthusiasts besiege the Lollipop pop-up booth at Mobile World Congress in a last-ditch effort for complete satisfaction.
If there's anything that we've learned from Mobile World Congress, it's that Shenzhen manufacturers are ridiculously good at copying everyone -- and each other.
From an emergency tablet to a handset with built-in solar charging, Kyocera shows off some of its concept devices at MWC 2015.
The Android Lollipop 5.0 powered tablet makes an appearance outside of China on the Mobile World Congress show floor -- and it's really good.
Xiaomi's lowest-end smartphone may be cheap, but it offers plenty of features that make it stand out.
From luxurious smartwatches to unique activity trackers, these are the wearables of Mobile World Congress.
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Why I Do not Celebrate Ethiopian New Year Yared Ayicheh
Last week a family friend invited me to spend Ethiopian New Years eve at his home. I thought about how to respond to the invitation. Why would I celebrate Ethiopian New Year’s eve?
After thinking about it, I told the friend, “I do not celebrate Ethiopian New Year”. My friend was puzzled at my response. Why was he puzzled? Why did he expect me to celebrate Ethiopian New Year? Just because I am Ethiopian does it mean I will celebrate Ethiopian New Year?
During the months leading to the Ethiopian Millennium celebrations there was an article on the BBC website trying to explain why Ethiopians are seven years behind the rest of the world.
One statement that struck me was the statement made by the Patriarch of the Ethiopian Orthodox church. Abuna Paulos said that Ethiopians are “not inclined for any reformations, specially when it comes to religion. They are very much loyal … because of this, they have been isolated to their faith and they have maintained their own traditions.” (1)
Putting aside political bias against Abuna Paulos, I believe he has made an important observation about Ethiopians that we are indeed resistant to reformation. There is a tendency among many of us to feel that Ethiopia is the nucleus of the world. Our cultural conditioning combined with isolation from the rest of the world has created an egocentric self image for Ethiopians.
For many of us, Ethiopia has been romanticized so much so that we don’t even dare to criticize Ethiopia and anything Ethiopian. We feel Ethiopia is a divine identity that is too sacred to be touched or looked down up on.
Open Minded Ethiopians
When I told my friend that I will not attend his Ethiopian New Year’s eve party he may have been disappointed. I think he did not even expect I would say “I don’t celebrate Ethiopian New Year”. That lack of expectation from him is what pushed me to write this article.
Ethiopians are not identical. There are many Ethiopians that are progressive and radical in their thinking. There are Ethiopians who question the Ethiopian identity itself. I am one of them. I have no allegiance to an identity. I believe everything is open for constructive criticism.
Identity is not solid. Identity can be molded, adjusted, rejected and evolved. It is true that some people are less flexible than others; however, we are all influenced to various degrees by the cultural exposures we experience in Diaspora.
Don’t Ride a Dead Horse, Abandon It
While living in Diaspora I have no reason to try to cling to holidays that do not add value to my life. Why would I need to hold on to something even when it has no emotional value to me!? Letting go of the things I don’t need, and adapting to life in Diaspora not only adds value to my life, but it also makes me healthy – less stress.
The extreme attachment many Ethiopians have to our country is not necessarily out of love for our country, but rather it is a sign of our emotional challenges and struggles to redefine our selves in Diaspora. Perhaps the greatest loss to we immigrants may be trying to hold on to the past thinking it is the present, and not enjoying our life in Diaspora.
My fellow Ethiopians, if you live your life thinking “One day I will go back to Ethiopia”, please remember there is no PAUSE button on life. Live your life to the fullest, this is your life. Embrace your adapted country as your second country, treasure your Ethiopian heritage, and yet, don’t let your memory about Ethiopia hold you back from enjoying your life in Diaspora.
The writer may be reached at email@example.com

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Outdoor Research Wrapid Women’s Gaiters
Easy on, easy off! Lightweight gaiters for trail runners and fast-packers.
For days when you’re unsure if you’ll be crossing snowfields on the approach, toss the Outdoor Research Women’s Wrapid Gaiters™ into your pack and rest assured your feet will stay dry on the hike up. Built with a water-resistant soft shell fabric, they’re super-packable and versatile enough for all your adventures.
- Adjustable and Removable Lightweight BioThane
Fabric 50% nylon, 43% polyester, 7% spandex double weave
Avg. Weight (oz./g): 4.2oz / 118g (S/M)


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Following the unveiling of 74 designs for another new crossing over London's River Thames, we've updated our bridges Pinterest board with the latest examples from the pages of Dezeen.
A pedestrian bridge in Bristol, England, is the latest architectural landmark to be enveloped in fog by Japanese artist Fujiko Nakaya (+ slideshow). More »
Today marks the opening of a new 760-metre-long bridge leading out from the coastline of northern France to the historic Mont Saint-Michel island commune (+ slideshow). More »
Australian architecture studio Room 11 has created a three-kilometre riverside pathway in Tasmania where brightly coloured boardwalks are punctuated with public pavilions (+ slideshow). More »
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“Boost Africa” or “Alliance for Entrepreneurship in Africa”, many national or international initiatives complement each other to advance the emergence of a truly entrepreneurial universe on the continent. At the same time, African startups are trying to work their way up fun, which has succeeded in ever -increasing fundraising. Details.
Boost africa: 1 billion euros for entrepreneurship
Launched in 2016, “Boost Africa” is a joint initiative of the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the European Investment Bank. Its aim is to support young African entrepreneurs. For AfDB, it is “one of the key initiatives of the Bank’s Strategy for Jobs for Youth in Africa, which aims to harness the continent’s potential and create opportunities on the ground”.
Boost Africa’s benefits from funding from partners such as the EU, which has already provided an envelope of 60 million euros. But, it is estimated that Boost Africa will benefit more than € 1 billion in total investments through additional funding provided by third-party public and private funding partners, as well as funding raised by end- recipient.
“Since its launch in November 2016, Boost Africa has helped support high -impact investments made across the continent by venture capital partners located in Dakar, Abidjan, Nairobi, Lagos and Tunis”, welcome welcoming the partners ’initiative.
The initiative has supported the emergence of innovative companies in Africa specializing in agribusiness, fintech, e-commerce and cybersecurity. About 1,080 professional organizations and 3,267 business leaders from 32 African countries have benefited from the initiative in various forms.
Alliance for Entrepreneurship in Africa: focus on SMEs!
This is the latest in a series of major pro -entrepreneurship initiatives in Africa that have just been launched. This is the “Alliance for Entrepreneurship in Africa”. It was launched last March by the world’s financial heavyweights: the African Development Bank (AfDB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the European Investment Bank (EIB), the Association of European Development Finance Institutions (EDFI) , the French Treasury, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Proparco, the French Development Agency’s (AFD) branch dedicated to the private sector.
This “Alliance for Entrepreneurship in Africa” aims to “support the private sector and the current entrepreneurial dynamics in Africa”. The Alliance emphasizes the development of VSEs/SMEs and African startups, vectors of growth, employment and innovation.
In this regard, it should be noted that according to the World Bank, SMEs represent almost 90% of businesses in sub-Saharan Africa and 38% of regional GDP. In addition to funding, the Alliance will support reforms aimed at improving the business and investment climate in Africa, and support the development of private sector initiatives in the sustainable green and digital sector.
Funding: Rising African startups
They are a key indicator of the entrepreneurial dynamic on the continent. In 2021 alone, startups were able to raise encouraging amounts, with $ 5.2 billion. This confirms the interest of investors. For 2022, the tech -savvy platform, “Africa The Big Deal”, expects amounts of up to $ 7.3 billion in venture capital investment among African startups.
Since the Covid crisis, the health sector has been gaining momentum. The amount injected into health start-ups during 2020 is estimated at almost 102 million euros.
On the other hand, few African countries have invited themselves to the table of “startup countries” in recent years. These include Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. In 2017, South Africa received nearly $ 168 million in investments for 42 companies, while Kenya received $ 82 million.
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Has the #pizzagate incident given us a terrifying glimpse of the future?21 December 2016
This year has offered some dramatic lessons in the power of social media. Twice, people have confounded predictions to vote for ideas which have targeted emotional responses.
Now we have President Donald Trump, and the UK Government scrambling to navigate a path out of the European Union.
As 2016 draws to a close, a shooting in Washington at a pizza restaurant – the so-called pizzagate incident – exposed just how dangerous and how effective those emotional appeals on social media can be.


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- Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in America, originating in Texas.
- Last summer’s Black Lives Matter protests raised awareness of the systemic racism in United States history, dating back to the enslavement of Black people.
- Biden signed a law officially designating June 19 as National Independence Day, a federal holiday.
Centuries after Juneteenth, the nation is recognizing the end of slavery in America as National Independence Day — the day all unincarcerated Americans were granted their independence.
While slavery may have been technically outlawed as of Sept. 22, 1862, when President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Emancipation Proclamation, the nature of communications at the time meant that millions of enslaved peoples did not learn of their freedom until much later. In Texas, one of the farthest states from Washington, D.C., at the time, about 250,000 enslaved people were freed on June 19, 1865, today celebrated as Juneteenth.
On Wednesday, President Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, officially making June 19 a federal holiday and day off of work for millions of Americans. But while some Americans will be celebrating this day for the first time, many Black Americans have celebrated this historic day for centuries.
“As a kid, I always looked forward to the Juneteenth festival my mom took me to. Growing up in Birmingham, in a Black neighborhood, going to a Black school, we usually learned Black History in the context of a struggle—against Jim Crow, against enslavement, against the systems that sought to obliterate Blackness and Black people,” said Danielle Hurd-Wilson, Interim Deputy Director of Field and Programs at the nonprofit URGE: Unite for Reproductive & Gender Equity, in a statement. “But the Juneteenth celebrations I went to growing up were centered around the joy of liberation and the vast, vast possibilities that lay in front of Black people who were to no longer be treated as property.”
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The fight for personhood, however, did not end with the freedom from enslavement but continues today in the fight for citizenship, including the right to vote. Decades after the 15th Amendment was passed, protecting the right to vote for all citizens regardless of race or color, Black Americans continue to face obstacles keeping them from voting, including gerrymandering, voter identification laws and even a lack of access to the polls.
“With state legislatures actively working to undermine our rights and strip us of our most basic freedoms, the parallels to Juneteenth are uncanny,” said Cliff Albright and LaTosha Brown, co-founders of Black Voters Matter. “Every bill to suppress votes, criminalize protests, and weaken Black power is a reminder of the enduring history of slavery in this country.”
On Friday, Black Voters Matter is boarding the “Blackest Bus in America” for a voter outreach tour from Jackson, Miss., to Washington D.C., stopping in key southern states as part of its Freedom Ride for Voting Rights. The campaign hopes to raise awareness of voter suppression and forge connections with communities — all while honoring the legacy of the civil rights movement 60 years after the original Freedom Rides in 1961.
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, which disproportionately killed Black Americans, and the murder of George Floyd by a former police officer, Black activists are raising awareness of issues such as these. And while some things have changed in the last year, systemic racism, economic disadvantages, medical discrimination and police violence continue to harm the community, for whom the federal holiday means little without positive change.
In response to the passage of the legislation making Juneteenth a federal holiday, the Black Lives Matter organization tweeted, “Yeah but do this for radical Black policy. Start by passing HB 40. We won’t be bamboozled by political theater.”
Yeah but do this for radical Black policy.
Start by passing HB 40.
We won’t be bamboozled by political theater… https://t.co/aP1iVGnOmO
— Black Lives Matter (@Blklivesmatter) June 16, 2021
The legislation the organization named, House Bill 40, would establish a commission to study and develop reparation proposals for African Americans. The study would look at the role of the federal and state governments in supporting the institution of slavery and discrimination as well as the ongoing impact of slavery on Black Americans.
For Opal Lee, the 94-year-old activist from Fort Worth, Texas, who makes a 2-1/2 mile pilgrimage each year to commemorate Juneteenth, the recognition of Black history is a start.
“I think it was enough is enough. I think losing that man’s life just pushed us over the edge. We’ve put up with so much,” Lee told Variety. “When I think about what our ancestors had to put up with before the Emancipation — before that General Order No. 3 was declared down in Galveston — the situations aren’t that far different.”
So what can you do to celebrate this day in American history? For one, learn your history. Read about the history of slavery, Juneteenth, the Reconstruction era, Jim Crow, the Civil Rights Movement, the War on Drugs and voter suppression — for a start. When you do, consider your sources and seek out Black historians, authors and witnesses of this living history. While Juneteenth marks a day in history centuries ago, its consequences reverberate through today.
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As the busy season is set to begin on Siesta Key and with many people traveling with their pets due to COVID-19, it is useful to remind visitors and residents alike that dogs (or animals generally) are not permitted on Siesta Key Beach. Sarasota County ordinance 14-48 prohibits any person that owns or has “custody or control of any animal” to take such animal on any public beach, park or playground. There is an exception for a dog that is “trained to assist or aid disabled individuals” and is being used for such purpose. The ordinance further provides that a person with control over the animal shall immediately remove any fecal matter created by the animal on public property and dispose of it properly. The fine for a violation of having a dog on the beach is $50 for a first offense and $200 for a second offense. If there is a third offense, the person must appear in court. There are also potentially higher fines for leaving animal waste in a public area.
The Siesta Key Association (SKA) routinely receives reports of dogs on Siesta Key Beach that are in violation of the ordinance. The SKA reports that the most common locations of such complaints are at Beach Access #s 1, 2, 10, 7, 4 and 3. Most of the violations are logged at sunset into the evening.
In addition to introducing pollution and bacteria into the sand and water on the beach, the presence of dogs on the beach can have a negative effect on the bird habitats according to Dick Miles, Siesta Key resident and site supervisor for Sarasota Audubon. According, to Mr. Miles, the presence of dogs on the beach can frighten female Snowy Plovers, an endangered species, into leaving their nest with their eggs. Per Mr. Miles, tragically once a female Snowy Plover abandons her nest, she is often unlikely to return. It is estimated that there are only 200 pairs of Snowy Plovers left in Florida, according to Mr. Miles, with several of them resident on Siesta Key beach.
For those that would like to take their dog to a beach, Sarasota County has designated certain beaches as pet-friendly. A link to those beaches can be found here: Dog Parks and Dog-friendly Parks | Sarasota County, FL (scgov.net)
A violation of the ordinance can be reported to Animal Services Department at 861-9500.
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Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL was launched at the 2018 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The company introduced new smartphones at the event, but I’ll be reviewing the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL here and others later on.
The new device comes with an iPhone X-Like dual rear camera, I’ve seen a lot of OEM going with the vertical dual camera at the top left. The Max (M1) ZB555KL packs 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage and dual 13MP + 8MP rear shooters among other features. Want to know more? Stay with me.
A little bit different from what we typically see from Asus, sporting a Metal overall unibody and covered in glass. The beauty of the device lies on the dual vertical camera at the top left with dual-LED flash just underneath.
The fingerprint scanner is just above the ASUS logo at the middle. It has a smooth overall back that is quite comfortable to hold and flaunt. The power button and volume keys are present by the side, speaking of sides it measures 8.7 mm slim. The Max (M1) ZB555KL weighs 150g overall and available in Deepsea Black, Sunlight Gold and Ruby Red colors.
The bezel-less display boasts up to 74.75% screen to body ratio, with super minimal bezels. It has tiny narrow bezels as well as minimal bottom bezel, while the top bezel houses the selfie camera, speaker grille and ambient light sensor.
The 5.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen boasts of a resolution of 1440 x 720 Pixels. Details on the screen should come great when playing games or watching movies, it has 245 pixel per inch density and 18:9 aspect ratio.
Hardware and Software
The system on chip is Snapdragon 425 from Qualcomm with Quad-core processor. The processor boasts of a maximum speed of 1.4 GHz, it has a 28nm process technology and 64-bit CPU architecture. Handling graphics is the Qualcomm Adreno 308 graphics processor for immersive gaming experience.
For multitasking, there’s a 3GB RAM space that reaches a memory speed of 667MHz. While for storing files, there’s 32GB internal storage space which of course is upgradeable to 256GB with a memory card. The Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL runs on Android 7.1 Nougat operating system with ZenUI 5.0 skin.
At the back, there’s a 13MP + 8MP dual rear camera with dual-LED flash. Both camera will work together to capture photographs with 4163 x 3122 pixels in dimension. You can record videos of 1080 pixels at 30 frames per second, both camera has an aperture of f/2.0 and other quality features to capture 4K resolution images. Take selfies with the 8MP selfie camera that has an aperture of f/2.2.
Powering the Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL up is a 4000mAh non-removable Li-Po battery with fast charging technology. Charging up the battery from 0% to 100% should take between 2-3 hours.
Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL Full Technical Specifications
|Model||Asus Zenfone Max (M1) ZB555KL|
|Status||Available on Shopping stores from March|
Nano + Nano
|SIM Count||Dual SIM|
|Dimensions||147.3 x 70.9 x 8.7 mm|
|Colours||Deepsea Black, Sunlight Gold, Ruby Red|
|Display Type||HD+ IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen|
|Resolution||1440 x 720 Pixels|
|Protection||2.5D Curved Glass|
|Features||Multi-touch, Scratch Resistant|
|13MP + 8MP|
White balance settings
|Yes, dual-LED flash|
|Android 7.1 Nougat|
|Qualcomm Snapdragon 425|
|GPU||Qualcomm Adreno 308|
|Yes, up to 256GB|
|Controls||Touchscreen, Lock Button, and Volume Key|
|USB Type||Yes, microUSB|
|GPS||Yes, with A-GPS|
|Battery Type||Li-Po Battery|
|Yes, MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA, MIDI, WAV, AC3, FLAC|
|Yes, 3GP, Mp4, MPEG4, H.263, H.264 player|
Yes, 3.5mm Jack
– MP3/WAV/eAAC+/FlAC player
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Establishing the cause of unilateral leg pain is difficult in the settings of tibial diaphyseal sclerosis. This patient, a 36-year-old woman presented with unilateral pretibial leg pain for past 7 months without history of trauma, infections, systemic or metabolic disease. Besides local deep tenderness, other clinical findings and blood investigations were normal. Radiograph and CT scan showed both periosteal and endosteal cortical thickening with obliteration of medulla of the tibial midshaft. MRI scan detected marrow oedema and bone scan revealed increased tracer uptake at the affected site of tibia. She was treated by saucerisation and re-establishment of the medullary canal. Biopsy of the harvested tissue had trabecular bone without any sign of inflammation. Patient was pain free after 3 months of operation and was able to perform her activity of daily living without any difficulties. Ribbing disease is a disease of exclusion and need high degree of suspicion for its diagnosis.
Keywords: orthopaedic and trauma surgery; orthopaedics; radiology.
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I saw this film at the Imagine film festival 2013 in Amsterdam. I was disappointed while watching this movie, probably because of the high praises it received from all sources I consulted beforehand. No one complained that we had to wait at least half an hour before some story made its appearance, leaving us all that time wondering whether some sort of plot would came up, or even some message that the film makers wanted to get across. Even worse, after the plot emerges, the pace is still very slow and developments miss a logical binding element. The impression remains that visualizing a future society proved much more important for the film makers than presenting us a consistent story with characters we could identify ourselves with.
The music is wonderful. The visualizations we see with possible future variations on our society, is very nice indeed. For instance, the interviews with the astronauts before and during their voyage to Mars, are brought in a beautiful and promising format, different from what we see on our TV channels, and still very believable as a future setup. Also, the holographic figure we see giving a lecture and even eating in a restaurant, is also a nice way to liven up the movie, and to provoke ideas about future technical developments. I'm less certain about medical advancements, and certainly not in psychology if we can believe this film.
A definite role in the story has the futuristic public transporter mechanism (variation on the "beam me up" devices from the Star Trek series) shown in the film. Also a nice find is combining these devices with an implicit reference to the still living conspiracy theories about the moon landings we saw from 1969 to 1972, alleging that these were faked, and that the astronauts never left earth but were filmed in a moon-like décor. We see something similar happening here, and is an integral component in the story when Avril gets lost in the transporter while traveling together with aging musician Jacob.
Avril's love for retro devices is remarkable (black box camera, turntable with LP vinyl records, telephone with a dialer). It attracts our attention in this futuristic context. Her hobby forms a stark contrast with all other props in the film, and may be a bit far fetched. I see it as an indication that the film makers exaggerate in their attempts to be different. Avril's methods to make photographs of people who were asked to talk about themselves during the exposure time an old camera needs (as per her explanation), is a needless attempt to be different too.
All in all, I was disappointed in this movie, possibly (as said before) caused by all the positive comments I've read beforehand. Not everything is bad, however. There were nice attempts to picture what a possible future society may look like, places where other social conventions may exist, and of course that yet uninvented devices will be commodities, just as normal as our mobile phones are nowadays. Music will also be different, of course; we can expect different instruments to appear, producing sounds we cannot imagine at this moment.
Given all the above on the positive side, the narrative and the characters that were supposed to carry the story line, were unclear for at least half the running time. Only in hindsight could we construct some logic in what happened. That should not be necessary and better made apparent not after but rather during the movie. For the first half hour I felt a bit lost, and was wondering where all this was heading. When leaving the theater, I scored only a 3 (out of 5) for the audience award, considering too much emphasis on format and appearances, and too little (and too late) clarity about story and characters. Many will disagree, but so be it.


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We are everything to our dogs. They look to us for love and guidance. We are their whole world. A dog’s love is unconditional, they would never abandon us.
So, why do some people leave their dogs behind during a natural disaster? To avoid this scenario, take the time to include your dog in a disaster plan.
Here are 14 ways to prepare your dog for a disaster.
- Get A Free Pet Safety Pack
The ASPCA encourages you to include your dog in a disaster plan. The safety pack contains a rescue sticker that can be put on a window or door. This sticker is to alert rescue workers that you have pets in your home. A Poison Control Center magnet is also included in the pack. I urge you to use this free resource, for your dog’s safety.
2. Assign Everyone A Safety Role
Plan ahead. Before an emergency strikes give everyone in your home a job. One adult can be in charge of leading children to safety. Another adult can oversee getting the dog and his emergency kit. Don’t forget to practice your safety plan regularly.
3. Emergency Kit
Another great way to include your dog in a disaster plan is to create an emergency kit, not just for you but for your pup. These kits are important for evacuation and shelter in place emergencies. Here are some important items to include in your kit.
4. Recent Photograph
You read this right. In case you become separated from your dog include a recent picture (physical copy) of your pup. This will come in handy if you need to make lost posters.
5. Food, Medication, & Water
It’s advisable to store at least seven days of emergency food and water for your pets. If you use canned food, keep a manual can opener in your kit. Be sure to rotate food and water every two months. Don’t forget to include food and water bowls. If you feed your pup a raw diet, have freeze-dried meals on hand.
Store a 14-day supply of your pet’s medication in a waterproof container. Remember the medication needs to be rotated out of your emergency kit, otherwise, it may go bad. Keep a cooler and ice pack handy for meds that require refrigeration. You may want to consider including some calming CBD oil or anxiety meds for your dog.
Equip your kit with a list of vet records, medications, dosages, and medication instructions. Include a list of behavioral or medical concerns and an emergency contact list. This way emergency personnel will know how to care for your dog if you are unable to.
6. A Place Your Dog Can Relieve Himself
This is often overlooked in emergencies. Keep potty pads and trash bags in your kit. If you are sheltering in place, designate a safe spot for your pup to relieve himself if going outside is not an option. This area should not be near windows or debris.
7. Leashes, Harnesses, & Carriers
Keep your pets safe and secure. Dogs can become frightened and slip out of their safety gear, so include an id tag, extra leashes, and harnesses.
Make sure you have a transport carrier for your dog. Practice crate training. If he becomes comfortable in his carrier, securing him in a disaster may be less stressful for your dog.
8. Blankets & Toys
Other items to store in your emergency kit are an old blanket and some of his favorite toys. These items could help your dog relieve some tension.
9. First Aid Kit
In the event, your dog becomes injured a first aid kit is essential. Ask your vet what items to include.
10. Pet-Friendly Evacuation
Scout out pet-friendly places to stay in advance. In case you must evacuate your home, take your pets with you. If your home is not safe for you, it’s not safe for your dog. When evacuating secure your dog in a pet crate or carrier.
If you need to board your dog, you will need proof of vaccinations. Technology makes it easier to keep your dog’s records stored on your cellphone. I discovered a free app, Tail Trax, that allows you to record your dog’s health and medical information on your phone.
Begin searching out of your immediate area for hotels and boarding facilities. Below is a small list of accommodations you can look into.
Most Red Cross shelters do not accept pets because of health and safety issues. They do however accept service animals that assist people with disabilities.
Consult with your vet and plan out emergency boarding. You can also check out your state’s pet emergency plan. Over 30 states have shelters that accept pets, so plan before disaster strikes.
11. Where Does Your Pet Hide
If your dog is scared, he may run to a spot where he feels safe. This could be under the bed, in the bathtub, behind a cabinet, or if he’s crate trained in his kennel. It’s important to know where fido hides, so you can bring him to safety.
12. Emergency Vet Care
Be prepared before a catastrophe happens. Dogs may become injured during a disaster, so know how to access an emergency veterinarian. You can check with vcahospitals.com to locate a pet hospital or ask your vet if they have an emergency plan set up.
13. Lost Your Dog
In case you become separated from your dog, it’s important to know the local shelters and their phone numbers. Keep this information handy on your phone and also in your dog’s emergency kit. Be sure your dog is microchipped for a safe reunion.
14. Comfort Your Dog
Your dog may become very distressed in an emergency. Reassure him everything’s going to be alright by using a calm and comforting voice. Give your dog his favorite blanket and a toy to help him relieve some stress.
If you would like more ideas for your dog’s emergency kit, check out this article by Layla’s Woof.
Let’s start a conversation in the comments below! Have you ever faced a disaster with your dog? Are there any items on this list you haven’t thought of?

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Areola/Nipple 3D Re-Pigmentation Workshop with SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR JEANINE McTASNEY CPCP, FAAM
Para-Medical 3D Areola/Nipple
Specialized Workshop with Guest Instructor
Micro-Pigmentation Centre has partnered with renowned restorative artist Jeanine McTasney to offer an advanced, specialized workshop for para-medical 3D areola/nipple re-pigmentation training. Join an intimate group of cherished technicians empowering both women and men to love their bodies with true-to-life areola/nipple tattoos after breast reconstruction.
Learn the process of symmetry, highlights, low lights, color application and mixing, and the importance of completing the breast reconstructive journey with areola and nipple re-pigmentation. Hands-on practice on human-like skin is a fundamental component of training as well as a preliminary online training course, extensive educational materials, ongoing support, and a robust take-home kit including the complete MicroPigments Areola collection.
Join Micro-Pigmentation Centre and Jeanine McTasney for this very special workshop (read more about her below!).
Course fees include
- Preliminary online course (4-6 hours)
- 2 days in-person with Jeanine McTasney at Micro-Pigmentation Centre
- 3 manuals (Jeanine McTasney, Micro-Pigmentation Centre, SPCP)
- Advanced areola/nipple artist coloring guide
- MicroPigments guide
- Extensive educational & practice materials
- Hands-on practice on life-like skins
- Color theory
- Cancer client etiquette
- All procedural supplies during course
- MicroPigments Areola MED Collection (6 colors for 3D shading/highlighting)
- Buffet lunch & coffee breaks
- Ongoing support
Jeanine McTasney: Instructor Bio :
Jeanine McTasney CPCP, FAAM, has been working in the aesthetics industry since 1982. Refining her skills in her successful private practice led her to become a successful, world-renowned Restorative Tattooist. As the direct referral technician for several Breast Cancer Centers across the United States, she continues to enjoy a successful and rewarding career while priding herself on the positive impact she has had in the lives of cancer survivors.
She has been teaching basic fundamental education since 2005 and has begun to expand her educational output to select advanced students who want to learn her specialty, 3D areola/nipple re-pigmentation.