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From leg warmers to crimped hair, there were a lot of things about the ‘80s that I could do without. Of course, there were plenty of things that made the ‘80s one of the greatest decades ever. Case in point: ‘80s flicks are totally rad.
These days, we don’t have to wait for what feels like a thousand years for a movie to come out on VHS. There are no tapes to rewind before returning them to Blockbuster.
Instead, we can find plenty of the best ‘80s movies on Netflix.
So if you’re, like, looking for something to stream tonight, check out this list of the best ‘80s movies on Netflix right now.
You can’t dive into ‘80s movies on Netflix without watching 1986’s Labyrinth. Featuring the late David Bowie as the Goblin King, this one’s a blast from the magical mind of Jim Henson.
Jennifer Conolly plays Sarah, who embarks on an epic quest to save her baby brother from a fantasy world filled with goblins and other creatures. There’s music, Henson’s puppet creatures, and David Bowie’s stellar hair. Nothing is as it seems here!
When Brian (played by Fred Savage) confronts his fears and gets to know the monster under his bed, he winds up with some hilariously weird new friends. It feels very ‘80s for sure, thanks to Talking Heads on the soundtrack and that classic whimsicality found in fantasy films from the same time.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
John Hughes made a lot of quintessential coming-of-age teen comedies, but Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is at the head of the class. It was even selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress for being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.”
On the surface, it’s a movie about Ferris Bueller faking sick to skip school and run around Chicago with his girlfriend and best friend. As they take a joy ride in a Ferrari, the principal is determined to catch Bueller skipping. But the movie expertly touches on plenty of deeper themes, like issues with failure and living in the moment.
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”
Before Julia Roberts was a Pretty Woman, she starred in 1988’s Mystic Pizza. The coming-of-age film focuses on the complicated love lives of three Portuguese-American teen girls working as waitresses at — you guessed it — Mystic Pizza. Don’t let the simple premise fool you, though. It’s heartfelt, genuine, and moving.
Once Upon a Time in America
The final movie directed by Italian filmmaker Sergio Leone before his death, 1984’s Once Upon a Time in America is often cited as one of the greatest gangster films of all time.
It follows two close friends, played by Robert De Niro and James Woods, as they form their own gang and navigate the dark world of New York crime. The film explores relationships, betrayal, loss, and greed through the rise of mobsters in America.
The Golden Child
If you can read the title of this movie without singing, “I want the knife,” it’s time for you to finally watch The Golden Child. Sure, it seems silly — it’s about a social worker trying to fulfill his newfound destiny as the “Chosen One” as he rescues the magical Golden Child — but it’s a classic ‘80s Eddie Murphy flick that will make you laugh.
Do the Right Thing
1989’s Do the Right Thing is a comedy-drama from Spike Lee that explores the tension between African-American residents of a Brooklyn neighborhood and the Italian-American owners of a local pizzeria.
It’s definitely worth the watch. The film stars Spike Lee, Danny Aiello, Giancarlo Esposito, and many other familiar faces. It’s also the feature film debut of Rosie Perez and Martin Lawrence. The film received numerous awards and nominations. It was also later selected for preservation in the National Film Registry for being “culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant.”
This 1988 drama won plenty of accolades, and it was a box office success. Tom Cruise plays a selfish workaholic who learns his estranged father has died. When he finds out his autistic brother with savant syndrome, played by Dustin Hoffman, has inherited their father’s fortune, he attempts to gain custody of his brother to get control of the money. The cross-country road trip ends up changing both brothers’ lives, though.
Androids, known as “replicants,” were once developed to aid society, but the superhuman replicants then staged a mutiny on a space colony. The synthetic humans are now illegal on Earth. Now, some of the replicants have stolen a ship and returned to Earth, prompting blade runner Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) to come out of retirement and hunt the rogue androids in a dystopian L.A.
Blade Runner is a masterpiece of science fiction, so get ready for plenty of action and dazzling effects that are a feast for the eyes. On Netflix, you’ll find Blade Runner: The Final Cut, a restored version of Ridley Scott’s film that features never-before-seen footage.

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Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is a communications protocol used for communicating between different devices on a company network, whether on the LAN, the WAN, or across the Internet. An example of this could be a simple two-way phone conversation, using voice over IP (VoIP) on the LAN or WAN or a SIP trunk across the Internet to a service provider. A SIP trunk provides a new way of connecting to a service provider for incoming and outgoing calls; it is a connection over the Internet instead of a traditional telephone connection such as ISDN. In effect, the Internet replaces the conventional telephone trunk, allowing an enterprise to communicate with fixed and mobile telephone subscribers worldwide. (SIP is an IETF standard for initiating interactive multimedia user sessions; a trunk is a line or link that can carry many signals at once, connecting major switching centers or nodes in a communications system.)
In order to take advantage of SIP trunking, an enterprise must have a PBX that connects to all internal end users, an Internet telephony service provider (ITSP) and a gateway that serves as the interface between the PBX and the ITSP. One of the most significant advantages of SIP trunking is its ability to combine data, voice and video in a single line, eliminating the need for separate physical media for each mode. The result is reduced overall cost and enhanced reliability for multimedia services. With SIP trunking, subscribers can:
· Initiate and receive local calls
· Initiate and receive long-distance calls
· Make emergency calls (911)
· Access directory assistance
· Use fixed and mobile telephone sets
· Employ e-mail and texting
· Browse the World Wide Web.
Some of the Benefits of SIP Trunking include:
Better Prices: since a single connection is used both for voice a data traffic. SIP trunks also eliminate the need for local public switched telephone network (PSTN) gateways and costly ISDN BRIs (Basic Rate Interfaces) or PRIs (Primary Rate Interfaces). Costs can be reduced n many cases by 40 percent or more.
Efficiency. It works bandwidth dynamically between voice and data according to what might be needed.
Easily allows growth: The business can increase call capability with additional SIP trunks. Within minutes you can add however many lines you need. Adding a line to a traditional phone system can take several weeks and might even require the purchase of additional software.
Simplicity: One bill, one provider for all communication needs.
Geographic Independence: Being able to get an area code that appears local, but be located any other part of the country.
Basically, SIP trunking extends the notion of seamless connectivity within a business to customers, remote employees, anyone working outside the corporate network. SIP is in fact the next evolution of telecommunications.


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These smoked stuffed mushrooms are filled with bacon, cheddar, and spices and then smoked to delicious perfection. They're the perfect appetizer or side.
I don't know about you, but I love stuffed mushrooms. Of course, you can go the traditional route of bread crumbs, but that's been done so many times. Why not stuff those suckers with bacon and cheese and smoke them?
Bacon Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
This was inspired by my stuffed portabella mushroom recipe on this site but I added a smoked twist to increase the flavor, and pairs well with this amazing green bean and carrots side dish recipe. Have can have a delicious meal when you pair these two recipes together.
You only need a few easy ingredients to make this delicious recipe. They're all readily available at your local grocery store, and you probably already have some of them in the kitchen right now.
- Button mushrooms
- Cream cheese - room temperature
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Real bacon bits or crumbles
- Green onions - chopped
- Granulated garlic
- Sea salt
- Coarsely ground pepper
See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for amounts and cooking times.
This recipe is super easy. Just a few ingredients and a few simple steps, and you'll have one delicious side or appetizer that everyone loves.
Step 1: Prep
Preheat your pellet smoker to 275 degrees, then, remove the stems from all the mushrooms.
Step 2: Mix the Filling
Mix all remaining ingredients except for ½ cup of shredded cheese well.
Step 3: Fill the Mushrooms
Fill each mushroom until the filling comes just over the top.
Step 4: Add Remaining Cheese
Top each mushroom with the remaining shredded cheese and place them on the grate of your smoker.
Step 5: Smoke
Smoke until the cheese is melted and the mushrooms feel soft but not rubbery.
Hint: You can use a spoon to fill the mushrooms, but it's easier to use a frosting bag with a large, circular tip.
Don't have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these smoked stuffed mushrooms.
- The Mushrooms - If you don't have button mushrooms, baby portobellos work well.
- Shredded Cheese - We used cheddar cheese, but you can use any type of cheese you like.
- Ground Beef or Sausage - If you don't have or don't like bacon, try using ground beef or sausage.
Want to personalize this smoked stuffed mushrooms recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.
- Add Some Heat - Add chili flakes to the mix to give it a kick of heat.
- Caramelized Onions - Really make this recipe pop with caramelized onions.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy these classic cream cheese stuffed mushrooms.
Outside of the smoker, it only takes a few simple implements to make these delicious mushrooms.
- Pellet smoker
- Mixing bowl
You can store these stuffed mushrooms in the refrigerator for up to five days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to three months.
This is a simple recipe, but there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you have the best possible outcome. These are easy tips that make a huge difference, so be sure to give them a look.
- Use name brand pellets. They are higher-quality than generic.
- You don't have to worry about internal temperature when smoking these. Just smoke them until they're soft.
- A frosting bag with circular tip isn't required, but it certainly makes things easier.
More Smoked Recipes
Do you like Smoked Recipes? Here some recipes you may also like to try
Do you have questions about smoked stuffed mushrooms? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about smoked stuffed mushrooms.
You can use any kind of mushroom that has a top large enough to accommodate the filling.
Name-brand smoker pellets are usually higher quality than generic pellets that tend to have fillers.
Use any flavor that you love? These mushrooms pair well with any smoke flavor.
These mushrooms will last up to five days in the refrigerator or up to three months in the freezer.
To freeze these mushrooms, chill them completely in the refrigerator, then wrap them in cling wrap and then foil. Place them in heavy-duty freezer bags.
To reheat the mushrooms, defrost them overnight in the refrigerator, then place them on a cookie sheet in the oven at 300 degrees until heated through.
Smoked Stuffed Mushrooms
Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.
Smoked Bacon Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
- Get out and measure all of your ingredients.
- Preheat your smoker to 275 degrees.
- Remove the stems from all the mushrooms and save for another use.
- Place all the ingredients except the ½ cup shredded cheese and the mushrooms, in a medium bowl and mix well.
- Place the mixture in a frosting bag with a large and circular tip or a resealable bag with mixture pressed into one corner. Wen ready to stuff mushrooms simply cut off tip and make sure to have a mushroom ready because the mixture will squeeze out right away. A spoon or similar utensil will work as well to stuff all of your mushrooms.
- Fill each mushroom until the filling comes to just over the top.
- Place stuffing inside all of your mushrooms.
- Top the mushrooms with the remaining shredded cheese and place them on the grate of your smoker.
- Smoke for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the mushrooms feel softer and not rubbery. Remove from the smoker and place on platter or cutting board.
- Serve and enjoy every bite!
You can use any kind of mushroom you prefer, as long as they are a button style mushroom, as not all mushrooms can be filled like these.
There’s no internal temperature you have to monitor when it comes to mushrooms. So no worries about that part.
I used Traeger brand cherry pellets and highly recommend the name brand pellets as I can’t tell you how much of a difference it makes. As far as flavor of the pellets, you can use any you like, but definitely use a better brand for the best results.

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When the skin is injured, the keratinocytes that cover the skin's surface are scraped away, exposing the sensitive tissue, which causes pain and bleeding. It is known that when wound healing, keratinocytes remaining around the wound proliferate and migrate to re-cover the wound area. It has been known that TRPV3, one of the thermosensitive TRP channels, is involved in proliferation and migration of keratinocytes. However, it was not well understood how TRPV3 regulates keratinocytes functions. We had previously found that calcium influx through TRPV4 activates a ANO1, a calcium-activated chloride channel, which is thought to lead to the secretion of cerebrospinal fluid in choroid plexus epithelial cells. Other epithelial cells were also reported to have both TRPV4 and ANO1 channels. For instance, these ion channels are co-expressed by both salivary and lacrimal gland acinar cells, and saliva and tear secretions could be accelerated by functional interaction between TRPV4 and ANO1. Thus, TRP channel/ ANO1 complexes have distinct functions even though each TRP channel works independently.
TRPV3 is a warmth-sensitive TRP channel, and calcium permeability is approximately ten times higher than that of sodium. Although TRPV3 is reportedly expressed throughout the body, its physiological significance is not well understood. Previous studies showed that TRPV3 contributed to itch, warmth sensation and wound healing in keratinocytes. ANO1 is reportedly a carcinoma-related gene, and a recent study revealed that ANO1 is involved in the proliferation of prostate epithelial cells in benign prostatic hyperplasia as well as in HaCaT cells, a special cell line of keratinocytes. In addition, ANO1 inhibition reduced cell migration in some cancer cells. However, the physiological function of ANO1 in normal skin keratinocytes is not clear even though many epithelial cells express it. Therefore, we investigated interaction of TRPV3 and ANO1, and involvement of these channels in wound healing. We performed whole-cell patch-clamp experiments using normal human epidermal keratinocytes (NHEK), and TRPV3 activator-induced chloride currents were observed. In addition, the chloride currents were inhibited by ANO1 inhibitors. These results indicate that TRPV3-ANO1 interaction in NHEKs.
Furthermore, to investigate the involvement of TRPV3 and ANO1 in wound healing, we analyzed the effects of TRPV3 or ANO1 inhibitor on in vitro wound healing model called culture insert assay. Cell migration and/or proliferation were significantly inhibited by of a TRPV3 inhibitor and ANO1 inhibitors (Figure 1), but not by a TRPV4 inhibitor. The fact that cell migration and/or proliferation were reduced by both TRPV3 and ANO1 inhibitors, strongly indicated that TRPV3-ANO1 interaction is involved in the migration and/or proliferation of NHEKs. In addition, these results suggested the importance of chloride ions for cell migration and proliferation. Therefore, we performed culture insert assay in a low chloride medium. Cell migration and/or proliferation were drastically reduced in the low chloride-containing medium, an effect that was lost after the change back to the control medium. These results indicated that chloride flux through ANO1 plays critical roles in cell migration and/or proliferation.
Although the previous results suggested the importance of chloride ions for cell migration and/or proliferation, the actual roles of chloride ions in keratinocytes are largely unknown. To address this question, we attempted to determine the direction of chloride movement. Chloride permeation through chloride channels depends on intracellular chloride concentrations and membrane potentials. Therefore, we performed chloride-imaging experiments using the chloride indicator. The calculated intracellular chloride concentrations of NHEKs were relatively low (6.8 ± 1.3 mM). Because the resting membrane potentials of skin keratinocytes are reported to range from −24 to −40 mV, ANO1 opening should induce chloride influx and its inhibition likely decreases intracellular chloride ions within keratinocytes.
All of our data suggest that the chloride influx induced by TPRV3 activation is important mechanism for wound healing. The importance of chloride ions in a therapeutic setting has not been emphasized. Our analysis of TRPV3-ANO1 interaction represents a promising starting point for future investigations into the detailed mechanisms underlying intracellular chloride concentrations. Furthermore, ANO1 activators could be candidates for wound healing agent. Thus, our study could shed light on the importance of chloride ions in skin homeostasis.
This work was supported by grants to M.T. from a Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in Japan (#21H02667 and #20H05768; Scientific Research on Innovative Areas “Thermal Biology”).
Please read our original article published in Communications Biology to learn more.

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Folktek Alter 1 (Gold)
Alter is an effects processor for eurorack format. This is Alter 1, with a Gold faceplate, featuring 7 different DSP effects meticulously designed over the course of a year.
• long delay
• tight, notated granular delay
• huge plate reverb
• shimmering reverb
• distortion and multi-filter
• pitch delay
• stutter glitch
• stereo inputs with separate gain control for right and left channels
• peak level indicator for clipping levels at the input
• mono input is made stereo within dsp and outputs to both left and right channels
• stereo outputs for right and left channels
• controls for mix, X, Y and filter as well as clock.
• all effects have a variation of a filter which may change effect to effect.
• X and Y control various rates, feedback and time over the different effects (note that some of the images shows a prototype whcih says "rate" under two of the pots. The faceplate has been changed to "X" and "Y").
• clock control adjusts the rate which controls the DSP which can drastically change the effect. In doing so it does slightly lower the quality of the output signal but the results are fantastic. This clock is not for synchronization.
• mix, X, Y and filter all have CV control inputs.
• Each control level or cv input is visualized on the control panel.
In the Box
• The module itself
• Eurorack Power Cable


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It is important for clinicians prescribing these drugs to make the patient aware of the action of the drugs especially the fact that they do not result in an immediate erection, and that they do not cause an erection without sexual stimulation. There is frequently a great expectation when men begin using these drugs and it is wise to temper their enthusiasm and explain they do not work immediately, and may not work every time, but also let the patient know that if these drugs do not work, there are other options.
Modern drug therapy for ED made a significant advance in 1983, when British physiologist Giles Brindley dropped his trousers and demonstrated to a shocked Urodynamics Society audience his papaverine-induced erection. The drug Brindley injected into his penis was a non-specific vasodilator, an alpha-blocking agent, and the mechanism of action was clearly corporal smooth muscle relaxation. The effect that Brindley discovered established the fundamentals for the later development of specific, safe, and orally effective drug therapies.[better source needed][better source needed]
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Stress is your body responding to your environment. And it’s a good thing—in limited doses. When you get stressed out your body makes chemicals like adrenaline that make you stronger, faster, fitter, and even able to think more clearly. Most people call this reaction the “fight-or-flight” response, and it’s a life-saver in dangerous situations. In a very real sense, adrenaline makes you a part-time superhero. The problems happen when your body deals with constant stress.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is commonly called impotence. It’s a condition in which a man can’t achieve or maintain an erection during sexual performance. Symptoms may also include reduced sexual desire or libido. Your doctor is likely to diagnose you with ED if the condition lasts for more than a few weeks or months. ED affects as many as 30 million men in the United States.
In some cases, ED can be a warning sign of more serious disease. One study suggests ED is a strong predictor of heart attack, stroke, and death from cardiovascular disease. The researchers say all men diagnosed with ED should be evaluated for cardiovascular disease. This does not mean every man with ED will develop heart disease, or that every man with heart disease has ED, but patients should be aware of the link.
Impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction or ED, is a condition in which a man is unable to get or hold an erection long enough to have a satisfactory sex life. Impotence is a common problem, affecting up to half of Australian men between the ages of 40 and 70 years. The risk of developing erectile dysfunction increases as you get older.In the past, doctors considered impotence to be a mainly psychological problem, caused by performance anxiety or stress. Now, doctors know that many cases of impotence have a physical cause, which usually can be treated. Often, a combination of physical and psychological factors contributes to erectile dysfunction.Physical causes of impotencePhysical causes of impotence can include:problems with blood to flow into and out of the penis;damage to the nerves that send signals from the body’s central nervous system to the penis; and, more rarely,a deficiency in testosterone or other hormones.Some medicines can contribute to impotence, as can some types of surgery and radiotherapy treatments.Blocked blood vessels to the penisA very common cause of impotence is when blood flow into the penis is reduced. This can be due to atherosclerosis, also known as hardening of the arteries. In atherosclerosis, the arteries are clogged and narrowed, resulting in reduced blood flow.Risk factors for atherosclerosis include:high cholesterol;high blood pressure;obesity;sleep apnoea;diabetes; andsmoking.If your erection problems are caused by atherosclerosis, there is a chance that the arteries in other parts of your body (e.g. the coronary arteries that supply your heart) are also affected by atherosclerosis. In fact, erection problems may be the first sign that you are at risk of coronary heart disease.Because the arteries to the penis are narrower than those to the heart, you may develop symptoms of erectile dysfunction before you experience any symptoms of heart disease, such as angina. So seeing your doctor about erection problems may be important for your overall physical health.Impotence can also be caused by a blood clot that prevents enough blood from flowing into the penis to cause an erection.Venous leakageIn some men, blood can flow in to the penis easily, but the problem is that it leaks out again, so an erection cannot be sustained. This is called venous leakage. Doctors aren’t certain of the cause of venous leakage, but they can perform surgery to help repair it.Medicines that can cause impotenceMany medicines can cause erection problems as a side effect, including:diuretics (sometimes known as ‘water tablets’ - often used for high blood pressure);high blood pressure medications;cholesterol-lowering medicines (including statins);some types of antipsychotics;antidepressants;cancer treatments;some medicines used to treat heartburn and stomach ulcers;antihistamines;some pain medicines; andcertain epilepsy medications.If you experience impotence after starting a new medication, tell your doctor, who may be able to prescribe a different medicine for you. Don’t stop taking a medicine without first consulting your doctor. You should also tell your doctor about any over-the-counter medicines or complementary remedies you may be taking.The following table contains a list of specific medicines that may cause or contribute to erectile dysfunction. This list may not cover all types of medicines that can cause erectile dysfunction, so always ask your doctor if you are in doubt. Also, for some of these medicines ED is a very rare side effect. Most men taking these medicines do not experience erectile dysfunction.Medicines that may cause erectile dysfunctionType of medicineExamplesACE inhibitorscaptopril (Capoten), enalapril (Renitec), perindopril (Perindo), ramipril (Tritace), and othersAntidepressantsamitriptyline (Endep), clomipramine (Anafranil), desvenlafaxine (Pristiq), fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Aropax), sertraline (Zoloft), venlafaxine (Altven, Efexor), and othersAnti-epilepticsclonazepam (Rivotril), pregabalin (Lyrica)Antifungalsitraconazole (Sporanox)Anti-ulcer drugscimetidine (Magicul), nizatidine (Tazac), ranitidine (Zantac), and othersBeta-blockerspropranolol (Inderal), metoprolol (Betaloc, Lopresor), and othersOther blood pressure-lowering medicinesclonidine (Catapres), lercanidipine/enalapril (Zan-Extra), losartan (Cozaar), perindopril/amlodipine (Coveram), olmesartan/amlodipine (Sevikar), telmisartan/amlodipine (Twynsta), valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide (Co-Diovan)Calcium-channel blockersdiltiazem (Cardizem), felodipine (Plendil), nifedipine (Adalat)Cholesterol-lowering drugsatorvastatin (Lipitor), ezetimibe/simvastatin (Vytorin), fluvastatin (Lescol, Vastin), gemfibrozil (Ausgem), pravastatin (Pravachol), simvastatin (APO-simvastatin, Lipex, Zocor), and othersDiuretics ('water tablets')bumetanide (Burinex), chlorthalidone (Hygroton), spironolactone (Aldactone), and othersSchizophrenia drugsamisulpride (Solian, Sulprix), haloperidol (Haldol, Serenace), olanzapine (Lanzek, Ozin, Zypine, Zyprexa), paliperidone (Invega), risperidone (Rispa, Risperdal), ziprasidone (Zeldox)Combination cholesterol-lowering and anti-hypertensiveamlodipine/atorvastatin (Caduet, Cadatin)Pain medicinesfentanyl (Denpax, Durogesic), hydromorphone (Jurnista), morphine (Momex SR, MS Contin), oxycodone (OxyContin, OxyNorm, Targin), tramadolMiscellaneousoestrogens, antiandrogens, anticancer drugs and some chemotherapy treatments, baclofen (Clofen, Lioresal); cyproterone (Androcur, Cyprohexal, Cyprostat), degarelix (Firmagon), etoricoxib (Arcoxia), finasteride (Proscar and Propecia), flutamide (Flutamin), rotigotine (Neupro), triptorelin (Diphereline)*The names in brackets are just some examples of the trade names each specific medicine is marketed under in Australia. The medicine may also be known by other trade names.Diabetes and erectile dysfunctionMen who have diabetes have a higher risk of developing impotence than other men. Diabetes contributes to impotence because it can damage blood vessels and cause a type of nerve damage known as peripheral neuropathy.Hormones and impotenceLow levels of the male hormone, testosterone, are more commonly linked to a lowered sex drive, rather than impotence itself. Only a small percentage of cases of impotence are caused by hormone deficiency.Low testosterone levels may be the result of a condition called hypogonadism, in which the testicles don’t produce enough testosterone. More rarely, low testosterone can be caused by the pituitary (a small gland at the base of the brain) not secreting sufficient hormones to stimulate the testes to produce testosterone. The pituitary is also sometimes affected by small benign (non-cancerous) tumours that secrete prolactin, another hormone that can cause impotence.Mildly decreased levels of testosterone are often not due to specific testicular or pituitary problems, but rather stress or depression. In this situation, testosterone replacement is rarely of any benefit.Other hormone problems, including thyroid disease, can also cause impotence.Prostate cancer and erectile dysfunctionThe advanced stages of prostate cancer can affect the nerves and arteries that are vital for an erection.Radiation treatment for prostate cancer can harm the erectile tissues of the penis, and prostate cancer surgery can cause nerve or artery damage to the penis.Treatment for advanced prostate cancer often includes medicines that counteract testosterone, and commonly cause erectile dysfunction as well as loss of sexual interest.Peyronie’s diseasePeyronie’s disease is an uncommon condition that affects a man’s sex life because his penis curves abnormally and causes pain when he has an erection. He might also be unable to have a hard erection. The curvature of the penis is caused by a scar, called a plaque, that forms in the penis.Other physical causes of impotenceSeveral other factors and conditions can contribute to erectile dysfunction, including the following.Depression. Many men find that when they’re suffering from depression, they lose interest in sex and can’t get or keep an erection. Asking your doctor for treatments for depression may help alleviate your erection problems as well.Smoking contributes to vascular disease (disease of the blood vessels), so it can contribute to erectile dysfunction by affecting blood flow to the penis. Giving up smoking often has a beneficial effect on erectile function.Excessive alcohol use. Alcoholism can cause permanent nerve damage, resulting in impotence. This nerve damage is called peripheral neuropathy. Long-term alcohol use can impair the liver’s ability to function, resulting in a hormone imbalance in which a man has too much of the female sex hormone, oestrogen. On a day-to-day level, alcohol dulls the central nervous system, adversely affecting sexual response.Illicit drug use. Illicit drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, heroin, barbiturates, and amphetamines act on the central nervous system, impairing the body’s ability to respond sexually.Certain exercises. Nerve and artery damage can be caused by prolonged cycling, rodeo riding, or use of a rowing machine, resulting in the inability to get an erection. Often, minimising the use of hard bicycle seats and exercise machine seats, as well as correct positioning of the seat, will help restore sexual function.Surgery to organs near the nerve pathways of the penis, such as the bladder, rectum and prostate, can cause nerve or artery damage to the penis, resulting in the inability to have an erection.Injuries. Impotence can be caused by spinal cord injury; injury to your sex organs; or a pelvic fracture, which can cause damage to the nerves of the penis, or damage the blood vessels, resulting in reduced blood flow to the penis.Conditions affecting the nervous system. Multiple sclerosis (MS) and other degenerative diseases of the nervous system, such as Parkinson’s disease, can damage the nerves involved in erections.Psychological causes of impotenceMost cases of impotence have physical causes, but, in some men, psychological factors are the main contributors to impotence.Impotence that’s triggered by psychological factors is more common in men who are sexually inexperienced. Psychological erectile dysfunction may only occur when you’re with just one particular person. You’re also more likely to have morning erections, and be able to have an erection when you masturbate, than men whose impotence has a physical cause.Here are some psychological factors that can have an impact on your erections.Stress and anxietyWhen you’re stressed and focusing on other issues apart from sex, you might find that you don’t want to have sex as often and there might be a drop in your ability to perform when you do try. You might find that tackling the source of your stress can have benefits in the bedroom as well.Fear of failureAnxiety about your sexual prowess (commonly called performance anxiety) can, in itself, contribute to failure. By putting pressure on yourself, you become too anxious to get an adequate erection.Most men experience isolated episodes of erectile failure. Even when the transient physical cause has passed, anxiety that it may recur is sufficient to prevent erection. Anxiety, whether about something specifically sexual or part of a wider anxiety syndrome, is never helpful to good sexual function.Problems with your relationship and impotenceImpotence may be a manifestation of a poor relationship, or a problematic time in a relationship. Sexual boredom, tension or anger among partners, and lack of intimacy and communication are all possible triggers of erectile dysfunction. In these cases, seeing a counsellor may help.It’s worth remembering that impotence is a complex medical condition, which may have more than one cause. For example, if impotence is the result of a side effect of medicine or an underlying disease, the anxiety caused by lack of performance may perpetuate the erectile dysfunction even after the physical cause has been dealt with.Almost any chronic (ongoing) physical or mental health disorder, including those with no direct effect on penile nerves or blood supply, can have a powerful effect on sexuality, sexual self-image and erectile function.If you’re worried about your sexual response or the quality of your erections, don’t be afraid to talk to your doctor, who has access to treatments that can help. Last Reviewed: 16 December 2016
This penile tumescence monitor is placed at the base and near the corona of the penis. It is connected to a monitor that records a continuous graph depicting the force and duration of erections that occur during sleep. The monitor is strapped to the leg. The nocturnal penile tumescence test is conducted on several nights to obtain an accurate indication of erections that normally occur during the alpha phase of sleep.
Trauma to the pelvic blood vessels or nerves can also lead result in ED. Bicycle riding for long periods has been implicated as an etiologic factor; direct compression of the perineum by the bicycle seat may cause vascular and nerve injury.  On the other hand, bicycling for less than 3 hours per week may be somewhat protective against ED.  Some of the newer bicycle seats have been designed to diminish pressure on the perineum. [37, 38]
Our physicians can help you treat E.D. with prescription medication. We will recommend a personalized dosage for Viagra, Sildenafil (the same medication as in Viagra), Cialis, or Tadalafil (the same medication in Cialis). You will receive a treatment plan designed by Dr. Seth Cohen, Head of Men’s Health, NYU Division of Sexual Medicine and Reconstruction and Dr. Steven Lamm, Director of NYU Men’s Health Center. During your online visit, you can tell your doctor if you have a medication preference. Learn more about E.D. treatment
There are, as you listen to all of the advertisements, if your erection lasts for more than four hours, there are very, very unusual cases where that can happen. There are very rare cases of visual problems. There are even rarer cases of hearing problems. But with every medication, there always a potential downside. But the absolute contraindication is an unstable medical condition, an unstable cardiovascular condition, being on nitrates.
There have been some studies to suggest that a placebo effect that improves ED may work for some men. One study found that men taking an oral placebo pill showed as much improvement in ED symptoms as men who took actual medication to improve ED. Conversely, men who were given therapeutic suggestions to improve ED did not see signs of symptom improvement.
Treatment involves addressing the underlying causes, lifestyle modifications, and addressing psychosocial issues. In many cases, a trial of pharmacological therapy with a PDE5 inhibitor, such as sildenafil, can be attempted. In some cases, treatment can involve inserting prostaglandin pellets into the urethra, injecting smooth muscle relaxants and vasodilators into the penis, a penile prosthesis, a penis pump, or vascular reconstructive surgery.
Poor sleep patterns can be a contributing factor for erectile dysfunction, Mucher says. One review published in the journal Brain Research emphasized the intricate relationship between the level of sex hormones like testosterone, sexual function, and sleep, noting that testosterone levels increase with improved sleep, and lower levels are associated with sexual dysfunction. Hormone secretion is controlled by the body’s internal clock, and sleep patterns likely help the body determine when to release certain hormones.
"Erectile dysfunction can be a very serious issue because it's a marker of underlying cardiovascular disease, and it often occurs before heart conditions become apparent. Therefore, men should consider improving their weight and overall nutrition, exercise more, drink less alcohol and have a better night's sleep, as well as address risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol.
Erections occur in response to tactile, olfactory, and visual stimuli. The ability to achieve and maintain a full erection depends not only on the penile portion of the process but also on the status of the peripheral nerves, the integrity of the vascular supply, and biochemical events within the corpora. The autonomic nervous system is involved in erection, orgasm, and tumescence. The parasympathetic nervous system is primarily involved in sustaining and maintaining an erection, which is derived from S2-S4 nerve roots.
Erectile dysfunction can occur as a side effect of medication taken for another health condition. Common culprits are high blood pressure meds, antidepressants, some diuretics, beta-blockers, heart medication, cholesterol meds, antipsychotic drugs, hormone drugs, corticosteroids, chemotherapy, and medication for male pattern baldness, among others.
With drug therapy, there’s a risk of side effects such as headaches, back pain or an upset stomach. Before taking any medication for erectile dysfunction it is important to ensure your doctor is ok with that decision. Medication may not work for all men, for instance, if you have diabetes or have previously had prostate surgery. ED medication might also have serious risks if you’re currently taking nitrates (commonly prescribed for chest pain), have heart disease or have low blood pressure.22
A cold slice of watermelon can do more than just satisfy thirst and hunger during the warm summer months; it can help with bedroom satisfaction. Citrulline, the amino acid found in high concentrations of watermelon, is found to improve blood flow to the penis. A 2011 study revealed men who suffered from mild to moderate ED and took L-citrulline supplementation showed an improvement with their erectile function and were very satisfied. Natural watermelon juice, or “nature’s Viagra,” can also be easier on the stomach, since taking pills like Viagra can cause nausea and diarrhea.
Of the drugs used for depression, tricyclic antidepressants may be associated with erectile problems and other drugs may be substituted to prevent this complication. Currently available substitutes include bupropion, nefazodone, and trazodone. The selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine, sertraline, paroxetine, citalopram) can also cause difficulties with ED, but they might also have other significant sexual side effects, including decreased libido and anorgasmia.
It is important to understand that ED is frequently, if not usually, directly related to endothelial dysfunction, and that the release of NO by the vasculature of the penile arteries is directly related to the function of intact, healthy endothelium. In the face of endothelial dysfunction, the process of erection fails to occur in a normal fashion.16
Onion also has aphrodisiac qualities so that before learning several things about how to treat impotence at home naturally, people should think about onion as it is very powerful in increasing the erection and stamina of men in mild and moderate cases. In addition, onion can help men deal with the involuntary loss of semen when they are sleeping or other times.
The observation that TRT enhances the efficacy of PDE5 inhibitors in hypogonadal men taking these therapies with suboptimal response to the PDE5 inhibitors alone has been reported.33 In addition, investigators have demonstrated that TRT in hypogonadal men can improve erectile function even without the benefit of PDE5 inhibitors.33 In addition, guidelines for managing ED in hypogonadal men by the European Association of Urology recommend controlling the man to a eugonadal state prior to initiation of PDE5 inhibitor therapy.36 Testosterone measurement consists of a serum specimen which should be ideally obtained in the morning because of the normal diurnal variation of testosterone which is at its peak in the morning. Since TRT is relatively safe, and men can potentially see an improvement in erectile function, it seems prudent to consider this issue when presented with a patient suffering from ED.
There are many different body parts that play an important role for a man to get and maintain an erection during sexual intercourse. Beyond the physical causes that can lead to ED, it has been reported that 20% of ED is related to psychological causes.2 With so many possibilities leading to erectile dysfunction, it becomes particularly important to find a specialist who can correctly diagnosis the direct cause of your ED and find a treatment option that is right for you.
The obvious risks are the same that accompany any surgery: infection, pain, bleeding, and scarring. If for some reason the prosthesis or parts become damaged or dislocated, surgical removal may be necessary. With a general success rate of about 90 percent, any of the devices will restore erections, but they will not affect sexual desire, ejaculation, or orgasm.
In the short term, alcohol relaxes muscles in the penis, letting blood to flow in (which is a good thing). However, alcohol also prevents other blood vessels from closing and trapping all the extra blood. Erections depend on trapping increased blood flow in the erectile tissue of the penis. If you don’t trap that extra blood, you don’t get an erection. In the long run, excessive alcohol consumption can cause liver scarring, high blood pressure, and can damage your blood vessels resulting in erectile dysfunction.
Several pre-treatment factors have been described that may indicate success with PDE5i therapy. The presence of an upper motor neuron lesion up to T12 suggests a successful response, as well as requirement for a lower dosage of medication (62,68-71). Additionally, the presence of residual erections after injury or an incomplete SCI (ASI-A vs. ASIB-D) also improve the chance of PDE5i treatment success (59,67,68,71).
Robbins, C. L., Schick, V., Reece. M., Herbenick, D., Sanders, S. A. Dodge, B., & Fortenberry J. D., (2011, December 1). Prevalence, frequency, and associations of masturbation with partnered sexual behaviors among US adolescents. JAMA Pediatrics, 165(12), 1087–1093. Retrieved from https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/1107656
In the 14 years or so since Viagra was introduced in 1998, the number of men diagnosed with erectile dysfunction (ED) has increased by a whopping 250 percent. Men are realizing more and more that they’re not alone and that they have options. Aside from pills like Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis, for example, there are surgical, therapeutic, even do-it-yourself treatments that can bring back that lovin’ feeling. "Some older ED treatments are actually being used more than ever, especially for men who can't take the pill," says Michael Feloney, MD, a urologist at the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Read on to find out about nine common remedies for ED, plus the truth about which ones live up to the hype and which fall flat.
THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and should not be relied on to make decisions about your health. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the WebMD Site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911.


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Somewhat less known in the lacustrine Araucanía region, Quetrupillán Volcano, together with the renowned Villarrica Volcano and the imposing Lanín Volcano, represents an obligatory destination for those that are passionate about mountaineering and are visiting Pucón. Quetrupillán is located in the depths of the Villarrica National Park, in the direction of Palguín Alto. Once immersed in this park of indisputable scenic beauty, in the distance, the flat cone of the Quetrupillán can be spotted. We will cross its majestic forest that will bring us to its foothills, where we will be able to enjoy the best views of Araucanía.
Our adventure will begin at 05:45 am in Pucón. After checking the equipment and meteorological conditions one last time, we will drive for one hour until arriving at Paraíso Escondido (Hidden Paradise). There, we will take the first steps into the captivating Quetrupillán forest, where with a bit of luck we could spot some emblematic woodpeckers.
After hiking through the forest for 2 hours, we will take a short pause and then proceed to an opening, where we will be able to appreciate the first close views of the Quetrupillán’s summit. A reenergizing break will prepare us to ascend the volcano’s gentle slopes of snow, which get steeper as we get closer to the summit. The walking time from the end of the forest to the summit is approximately 3 hours, including breaks.
At the top, we will have some time to enjoy the beautiful view of the two volcanoes, Lanín to the east and Villarrica to the west.
The descent will be along the same route, walking or, if the conditions allow, sliding at some sections, using the plastic snow seat sled.
Price of the activity
CLP 140,000 / per person (minimum two people are required)
- Price includes a certified mountain guide, transportation from the meeting point, equipment, and CONAF (the National Forest Corporation) fee.
- Price does not include a porter.

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The ground floor comprises a living / kitchen / dining room (2 bunk beds 1 pl.) of 35 m², one bedroom (1 bed 2 pl.) Bathroom wc, barbecue, garden, garden furniture, wood stove, charges extra. Garden, quiet, nature, countryside environment. In 5mn of any trade. Only 1 hour from the ski slopes. Ideal summer and winter holidays.
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For a stay in the countryside, nature holidays, come to discover the pretty region of Coteaux, close to the lake of Puydarrieux, classified Natura 2000. Close to the spa town of Capvern, the town of Tarbes, All the great Pyrenean sites to visit during the day!

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BMW Sticks to Growth Plans After Quarterly Profit Rises
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW) stood by plans to increase 2012 profit after third-quarter earnings beat analyst expectations, helped by gains from auto loans.
The world’s biggest maker of luxury cars is pushing to boost deliveries next year, led by growth in the U.S. and China. Backed by new models like an extended version of the 3-Series sedan, the Munich-based company plans to increase sales in China by more than 10 percent, outpacing the market.
“We expect our attractive product lineup to generate positive momentum” in 2013, even as Europe stagnates and global growth slows further, Chief Financial Officer Friedrich Eichiner said today on a conference call.
Buoyed by growth in Asia and the U.S., BMW has largely been unscathed by the sovereign-debt crisis, which is set to cause the biggest drop in European auto demand in nearly two decades this year. Daimler AG’s Mercedes-Benz has lowered profit targets and initiated a cost-cutting plan because of the slowdown in Europe and aging models. BMW said today that it doesn’t need a special savings program.
Third-quarter earnings before interest and taxes rose 14 percent to 2 billion euros ($2.6 billion), lifted by a 16 percent gain in profit at the financial services division. The figure beat the 1.74 billion-euro average of 11 estimates compiled by Bloomberg. Sales climbed 14 percent to 18.8 billion euros. Net income jumped 16 percent to 1.29 billion euros.
“The only little hair in the soup is the auto segment, in which pricing pressure in Europe weighed on the margin,” said Juergen Pieper, a Frankfurt-based analyst at Bankhaus Metzler. “But they also earn money with the financial services. The focus shifted a little bit.”
BMW was down 0.2 percent at 64.34 euros as of 3:40 p.m. in Frankfurt trading, after earlier falling as much as 2.6 percent. The stock has climbed 24 percent this year, valuing the company at 41.1 billion euros and making it worth more than Daimler, which also makes heavy-duty trucks and buses.
Ebit at BMW’s carmaking division fell 9.3 percent to 1.65 billion euros, burdened by higher development costs and “intense competition,” the company said. That led to a decrease in the margin to 9.6 percent from 11.9 percent a year earlier. Incentives burdened its return on sales by as much as 1.2 percentage points, CFO Eichiner said.
Volkswagen AG (VOW)’s Audi, the world’s second-largest luxury-car brand, reported a margin of 10.5 percent last quarter, outpacing the 6.4 percent at Mercedes.
“Like the rest of the sector, we are now beginning to feel some headwind,” Chief Executive Officer Norbert Reithofer said. “Competition is intensifying and risks are increasing.”
Still, the German manufacturer, which also makes BMW and Husqvarna motorcycles, stuck to its full-year target of beating 2011’s pretax profit of 7.38 billion euros.
BMW also forecasts higher automotive profit and margins at the division to be at the “upper end” of a range of 8 percent to 10 percent of sales for the full year as long as the global economy doesn’t worsen further. It said today that declining markets may have a “perceptible impact” on its auto business.
The company also plans to deliver more than 1.7 million cars this year, posting new sales records at its BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce brands. BMW said today that it expects further growth in sales in the fourth quarter.
BMW has defended its sales lead over Audi this year, boosted by 33 percent growth in China and a 7.1 percent advance in the U.S. Global deliveries rose in October by more than 12 percent, the company said today.
Lifted by demand for the 1-Series compact and 3-Series vehicles, the manufacturer delivered 1.11 million BMW cars and sport-utility vehicles in the first nine months of 2012, compared with Audi’s 1.1 million. Mercedes delivered 965,000 vehicles. Audi and Mercedes have both vowed to take the top spot from BMW by the end of the decade.
To fend off its rivals, BMW will invest 200 million euros in a new assembly facility in Brazil to produce 30,000 vehicles annually. The move counters Audi’s plans for a 150,000-unit plant in San Jose Chiapa, Mexico, as both carmakers target growth in Latin America. BMW will also start producing Mini vehicles at a former Mitsubishi Motors Corp. (7211) plant in the Netherlands from 2014.
To prepare for a further slowdown in Europe, BMW has negotiated measures with labor representatives at its German plants that allow it to ratchet back production. The agreement lets the carmaker cancel shifts and curtail breaks if needed.
BMW has also shifted “tens of thousands” of cars that were originally targeted for Europe to the U.S. and Asia this year as sales weaken in the crisis-hit region, Ian Robertson, the brand’s sales chief, said last month. CFO Eichiner said today that the company will act “vigorously” if the market decline accelerates.
“BMW is well prepared for more challenging times,” said Tim Schuldt, a Frankfurt-based analyst with Equinet. “They have a relatively young model lineup, but it’s going to be difficult for them to grow again in 2013.”
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In the words of Kurt Vonnegut, when writing, one must “use the time of a total stranger in such a way that he or she will not feel the time was wasted.” Most likely, you are a total stranger to me, so I will endeavor to make the time you spend reading my blog worthwhile. To ensure that you’ll be interested in what I am posting, I’ll tell you a bit about myself and my interests to start off.
I am a recent college graduate with a BA in English/creative writing. I write primarily prose, fiction especially, but I dabble in poetry at times. I hope to apply to an MFA program eventually and ultimately to become a published novelist. I write a lot about suburban dysfunction, family dynamics, and mental disorders. Compulsions like hoarding and OCD fascinate me. I like writing about and exploring gritty topics – to me, there’s glitter in the gutter.
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I have been a voracious reader since I was young and am interested in avariety of genres, from literary fiction and flash fiction to poetry to genre fiction, especially mystery/thriller. My favorite books include The Great Gatsby, Wuthering Heights, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, and of course, Jane Eyre. I also admire the work of many authors, including Jonathan Franzen, Vladimir Nabokov, Jeffrey Eugenides, and Jorge Luis Borges. I always have a healthy pile of books to read and at the moment it includes: Too Much Happiness by Alice Munro, The Complete Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen, Laughter in the Dark by Vladimir Nabokov, and What They Do in the Dark by Amanda Coe (I saw her read an excerpt of the book at my local Barnes and Noble and it was wonderful. Her creation of a child narrator’s voice was masterful).
Why choose to include Jane Eyre’s name in the title of my blog? At this transitional period in my life, I find that Jane’s character and actions reflect the way I want to move forward. She survived through hardships and had the courage and initiative to go after the career she wanted and to start her own life. She is honest, strong willed, and sticks to her convictions (hopefully, if my fiance lied to me and had a hidden wife in his attic, I wouldn’t cave in and agree to be his mistress.) Anyways, I am going to use this space to chronicle my reading habits, writing projects, sources of inspiration, and interesting literary tidbits that I come across. Interested? Check back for new posts!


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Whanganui is no stranger to making history and has hit the headlines yet again as one of the first cities in New Zealand to host a sporting event under Covid-19 alert level 3.
Christchurch and Whanganui were the two venues chosen to kickstart domestic racing yesterday and fittingly so, given Addington and Hatrick Raceways are the busiest greyhound racing venues in the country.
Christchurch nosed out Whanganui by eight minutes to get cracking yesterday with their first race at 12 noon, while the first at Hatrick jumped at 12.08pm.
Whanganui, however, edged out its southern cousin in the history-making stakes with the Wanganui Jockey Club the oldest racing club in the country, still racing at the same venue after launching in 1848.
Wanganui Greyhound Racing Club operations manager Paul Freeman said he was delighted to be part of history and pleased for all trainers and racing participants involved to finally make a return to work.
"We trialled on Thursday, Friday and Sunday in the lead up to make sure everything was ready to go come raceday and the track was in perfect order (despite the rain) to make a start," Freeman said.
"We are set to continue our traditional Wednesday day meetings (including today) and Friday night fixtures each week until the end of the season on July 31. Our minimum stakes remain the same, although we have lost all our black type events. Wanganui loses two Group One races each worth $40,000."
Freeman said under alert level 3 only essential staff were allowed on course and no public were on hand to watch racing, and that was likely to remain the rules under alert level 2 that could come as early as next week.
"I would be very surprised if we could open up to the public on racedays even under level 2, but like everyone else we will just have to wait and see. We will have some major announcements to make regarding racedays when everything finally does open up.
"Our website has been redesigned and will be turned back on when this is all over. In the meantime we are just happy to be back racing at all," Freeman said.
Meanwhile, Whanganui is one of six venues chosen to host the return of thoroughbred horse racing in July.
The Wanganui Jockey Club has confirmed dates booked for July 10 and 24.

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Why did the creature kill William and Justine?
In Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, the monster explains that he killed William after the boy’s rejection of him and frames Justine because he seeks to inflict destruction on a world which only brings him suffering.
What does Hale urge Elizabeth do to save John’s life?
What does Hale urge Elizabeth to do? To convince John to confess to whatever the court has accused him of (witchcraft). All they want is a confession and Elizabeth and John can go on living as they once did. To get John to confess.
Why does Elizabeth blame herself for William’s death?
Elizabeth, in chapter 7 of Frankenstein, blames herself for the murder of William because she feels that she provided the murderer with the motive to kill the boy: Earlier that day William had been bugging her to let him wear a little locket with a tiny picture of his grandmother in it.
Why does Elizabeth want John confess?
Elizabeth originally wants John to go to Salem so he can tell the court that he knows the girls are lying. Then, when she finds out she was accused in court, she wants him to go to Salem to speak directly with Abigail. Elizabeth makes these requests with an eye towards correcting injustice and saving her own life.
What is Mary’s motive in giving the poppet to Elizabeth?
What is Mary’s motive in giving the “poppet” to Elizabeth? She wants Elizabeth to see her as an innocent girl. She wants to make peace with Elizabeth after disobeying her. She hopes Elizabeth will pay her for the poppet.
Why does the monster seize the little boy he comes upon in the woods?
The monster seize the little boy he comes upon in the woods because he realizes it’s Victor Frankenstein’s little brother, and he wants to seek revenge.
Why does Elizabeth ask John to forgive?
What does Elizabeth ask John to forgive her for? John wanted to show that it was false. The act of tearing it up the warrant parallels his own tearing of his confession. These actions touch on the theme of hypocrisy, and lies and deceit.
How did the creature feel after he killed William?
Immediately after killing William, the creation is filled with a sense of joy and power. He realizes for the first time that he, too, has power. He has the power to inflict pain and misery on man, specifically Victor.
Why is the monster horrified when he sees his own reflection in a pond?
He really looks ugly. Why is the monster horrified when he sees his own reflection in a pond? Safie-angelic beauty. Felix teaches Safie everything, so the monster can listen.
What does Elizabeth want John?
What does John want from Elizabeth? Her approval for his confession to witchcraft.
What does the monster learn from the books?
The Monster learns to speak by spying on the DeLacey family. The Monster learns to read when he finds three books abandoned on the ground: Paradise Lost , Plutarch’s Lives and The Sorrows of Werter. These books point to major themes of the novel.
Why does he kill William?
Why does the Monster kill William? William’s murder stems from a culmination of the Monster’s rage at Frankenstein for abandoning him and hatred of humankind for not accepting him.
What does Goethe think about Werther?
Goethe described the powerful impact the book had on him, writing that even if Werther had been a brother of his whom he had killed, he could not have been more haunted by his vengeful ghost.
What is the significance of the papers the monster finds in his clothing?
What is the significance of the papers the monster finds in his clothing? The paper’s from Victor’s journal. He discovers the horrid way in which he was conceived and how his creator regarded him.
Why does the monster compare himself to Adam?
The story of Adam’s creation made the monster question the whereabouts of his creator and wonder if his creator abandoned him like God cast down Satan. The monster, based on what he had read, believed that just as God created Adam, so had Frankenstein created him; in that sense he was similar to Adam.
Why does Elizabeth blame herself crucible?
Why does Elizabeth blame herself for Johns Adultery? She blames herself because she says she kept a cold house all these years.
Who is Werther writing to?
How does the creature learn the story of his own creation?
The monster begins his own education, reading the books and notes that he found in Victor’s jacket in the nearby woods. Finally, the monster discovers Victor’s own notebooks, which explain how the monster came into existence. The monster is both intrigued and horrified at learning how he came into existence.
Why does the monster kill Victor’s family?
Enraged, the creature feels that humankind is his enemy and begins to hate his creator for abandoning him. The monster kills Victor’s younger brother William upon learning of the boy’s relation to his creator and makes it appear as if Justine Moritz, a young woman who lives with the Frankensteins, is responsible.


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Hello friends, today I am going to share the most popular Emperor of Southern India. He ruled over largest territory of south India during Medieval period. Yes, you guessed it, right? He is none other than Sri Krishnadevaraya.
Brief Information about Sri Krishnadevaraya
|Identity||Powerful Emperor of glorious Vijayanagara Empire.|
|Reign||26 July 1509–17 October 1529|
|Wives||Tirumala Devi, Chinna Devi|
|Parents||Father: Tuluva Narasa Nayaka, Mother: Nagamba|
|Successor||Achyuta Deva Raya|
|Sons||Ramachandra (from Tirumala Devi, born in 1509 but died in 1510)|
Tirumala Raya (from Chinna Devi, Crowned in 1524 at the age of 6 years, but died on 1525)
|Daughters||Tirumalumba (from Tirumala Devi, born in 1502)|
Vengalamba (from Chinna Devi, born in 1503)
Brief Facts About Sri Krishnadevaraya
- Sri Krishnadevaraya was an emperor of 16th century with great magnificence and charisma.
- The king of Vijayanagar Empire reigned in the 16th century over most of South India.
- Still, his rule over parts of present-day Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh is extended.
- He was over the opponent to the Badami kings and the Portuguese, who were in their quest to expand their empire.
- He was the person to rule his Empire over 500 years ago.
- During his Era Vijaynagar proved to be custodian of Indian culture.
- That time Vijaynagar started a new era by including services of modern city like drainage system, irrigation system, canals and many more. These things are even functional till date.
- People believe that he, in order to wander the streets of his capital, sometimes dressed in commoners’ garb while he sat enthroned in fine court, always resplendent.
- Since he was one of the greatest rulers of his age panegyrist sang praises of him and a clock of mythology of itself around his Charishma and reputation for whatever he was.
- As he engaged with men of diverse philosophical patients and spiritual learning in conquest, he was formidable.
- Sri Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagar, preceded the padshah, by two generations.
- To everyone’s surprise it has taken so long for any good research and accessible book to be available in English for such a fascinating personality. The same thing has been stated in Raya: Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagar, by Sreenivasa Reddy.
- Srinivasa Reddy drew on his previous expertise with literary sources about the physical evidence that was left in arts and architecture.
- This piece of him is thoroughly enjoyable, intelligent and altogether combines sophistication with good writing.
- There are many threads for a text of 232 pages that the author draws in inclusive of notes.
- The first half of Reddy’s piece includes the Sri Krishnadevaraya story, where his entire succession of battles and conquests is included.
- A certain sort of tension is featuring repeatedly in the book.
- It includes not only political dynamics of the time but also cast and kinship of Hindus legitimization.
- I have put a very interesting line forth to display his argument for viewing Deccan Muslim sultan’s with hatred.
- Maharaj Krishnadevaraya was more affected by his enmity with The King of Odisha, Gajapati.
- The second half of a book includes cultural contributions of Sri Krishnadevaraya.
- It also includes temple patronage in Tirupati the development of structures of governance and intellectual exploration.
- Raya Also includes poet and thinkers.
- To conclude, we can say that what Reddy wants to achieve in his book called Raya is both delightful and original.
- Though there are a few of the minor errors but it is still a find volume on 16th century of Vijaynagar in the bibliography.
- This book of Reddy no doubt deserves a widely read.
- Till date there are over 2,000 inscriptions and epigraphs of Sri Krishnadevaraya.
Reasons behind Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagar as the Greatest King ever of South India
- There was a royal blooded king Prataparudra of the solar lineage, but Krishnadevaraya was a shudra and of low caste general.
- At his time, in his own locality, Maharaj Krishnadevaraya was the only low caste peasant.
- Being a low caste general, he was looked down upon by Prataparudra Deva.
- Prataparudra Deva was of the opinion that it was below his stature, to include in his Kingdom, a son of servant of a low class with no social standing.
- He considered Raja Krishnadevaraya as a Dasi Putra on the basis of home he was granted the royal Lunar lineage.
- To contradict this thinking of Prataparudra Deva, Maharaj Krishnadevaraya worked really hard to live up to the ideals of a right Hindu King regardless of his origins.
- Both of them were supporting state patronage of various religious movements.
- They both even supported traditions of Vaishnava theology.
- Raja Krishnadevaraya, as the follower of Tamil Saint Ramanuja, was a Shri Vaishnava.
- Prataparudra Deva after having converted himself to this new faith of the Bengali Saint Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, was an ardent Gaudiya.
- It will only be after looking closely at the royal culture that will be better able to understand the publicly perceive the identities of them.
- Brahman Pandit praised in their speeches and writings about these patron kings exaggeratedly. They referred them as the King of kings.
- Sri Krishnadevaraya was considered as the king of Karnataka, and Prataprudra Deva was considered as the king of Kalinga.
- In both the cases, the kings were placed, and they were even worshipped as gods on earth.
- The Brahman Pandit at Court was considered to have done mastery in poetry and languages.
- These brought the kings to their life and committed their life to write down the memory of historical importance to the palm leaves.
- Both Raja Krishnadevaraya and Prataprudra Deva were considered holding educational importance as they were considered to be scholars and accomplished poets in whatever fields he wrote.
- The same thing was considered to be in line with the most important theme of Indian kingship, which was poet king or the ideal of Kavi Raja.
- According to a good Hindu monarch, in order to be a philosopher, holding both might and wisdom one has to master both mind and body.
- We can consider one such example of an enlightened monarch as Bojha, who was a legendary philosopher king in the Malwa country, having ruled half a millennium earlier.
- Bojha even set standard for the model Kavi Raja. Sri Krishnadevaraya was considered being Abhinav Bojha, that is the new Bojha, other words are said as Bojha in all arts.
- Keeping in mind this belief, a balance need to exist between body and mind of king.
- Prataparudradeva was considered to be higher caste Kshatriya who wrote classical Sanskrit while Raja Krishnadevaraya was considered to be a low caste- Shudra who wrote in vernacular.
- They both were different because of their poetic productions.
- Maharaj Krishnadevaraya produced the most important and original text of Telugu literature.
- The major composition of Prataprudra Dev was the Sanskrit Vilasam, which was a Sanskrit work on Dharma Shastra, which included the entire range of religious morals and civil laws of Hindus.
Kingdom of Vijayanagar
Vijayanagar empire was one of the most glorious and prosperous empires in history. Therefore, history lovers like you must read about the Vijayanagar Empire once. The hero of the vast realm of this great Emperor, Sri Krishnadevaraya.
Today’s new generation is going to forget about such a great ruler. Most people know great personalities only after Bollywood, Hollywood released films on them. Today I’m going to tell you about this great Emperor.
Fame of Emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya
Emperor Krishnadevaraya ruled Vijaynagar from 1509 C.E. to 1592C.E.. He was the third ruler of the great Tuluva dynasty in South India. Many great Indian rulers like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj were considered him as ideal.
During his lifetime, he received titles like Kannada state Ram Raman (God of Kannad Empire), Andhra Bhoj (Banquet for Telugu Literature) and Muru Raira Ganda (King of Three Kings).
In his career, he had defeated powerful states like Bijapur, Golconda, Bahamani Sultanate, Gajpati Sultan of Odisha.
When Babar was beginning the Mughal rule in the North, during that time, Emperor Krishnadevaraya was the most powerful ruler in India. His kingdom Vijayanagara was the most outstretched Empire in India.
Foreign Traveller who Visited Vijaynagar
Many foreign tourists, such as Domingo Paes and Fernao Nuniz, visited Vijaynagar. Timirusu was the Prime Minister in the court of Sri Krishnadevaraya. Timmarusu helped Maharaj Krishnadevaraya to see the kingdom.
The history of Emperor Krishnadevaraya behind becoming King of Vijaynagar: Tuluva Narsa Nayaka was the father of Sri Krishnadevaraya. Tuluva Narsa Nayak was also the army commander of Suluva Narasinghadevaraya.
At that time, a competent king was needed to prevent the disintegration of the kingdom & even to unite and strengthen the country. Therefore, Sri Krishnadevaraya takes Vijayanagara into his control.
Coronation of Sri Krishnadevaraya performed on the festival of Krishna Janmastami (Birthday or Appearance day of Lord Krishna) with the help Timmarusu.
Samrat Krishnadevaraya gives Timmurusu the status of his father, and due to his worthiness, he declares Timmurusu as the Prime Minister of the state.
Sri Krishnadevaraya’s personality
Emperor Krishnadevaraya had great respect for the foreign pilgrims coming to the state. It is also strict in terms of legislation. He was irritated with the rebellions, treasons and thefts in the country.
According to the travel details of pilgrims visiting Vijaynagar, Sri Krishnadevaraya was an excellent judicial patron, as well as a great warrior.
In every battle, he was the leader of the army, in many battles, he found in travelogue describing his leadership despite being injured.
Military Success of Emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya
Maharaj Krishnadevaraya achieved the highest military achievement in the history of Vijayanagar. He was known to change the war strategy at the last minute.
This strategy does not give enough time to the enemy to take action to understand the new plan. Because of such war strategy, he did not lose any war in his career.
Valiantness of Sri Krishnadevaraya in Deccan
Sultan of Deccan sent his army to loot the people of Vijayanagara. Therefore, the villages of Vijaynagar were in trouble. The robberies were stopped entirely, during the reign of Emperor Krishnadevaraya.
The Emperor Shri Krishnadevaraya defeated Sultan Mahmud Shah by invading Vijapur in 1509 AD. Therefore, Bidar, Gulbarga and Vijapur are once part of Vijayanagar kingdom, again reunited to the kingdom.
People gave a title to Maharaj Krishnadevaraya as “founder of Bijapur.” After giving the throne of Bijapur to Mahmud Shah, he also titled as “founder of the Yavan kingdom.” Prime Minister Timmarusu defeated Sultan Kuli Qutub Shah of Golconda.
Fight of Sri Krishnadevaraya Against the Rebel Rulers
Maharaj Krishnadevaraya had defeated many rebel local rulers, such as Dharanikota Kamas, Ummatur’s head. Raja Krishnadevaraya had passed the Godavari river in the year 1516-1517.
Siege of Udayagiri and Victory
During the time of Sri Krishnadevaraya, Kalinga ruled by Odisha and Andhra Pradesh’s Gajapati Prataprudra. In Ummatur’s campaign, he had a lot of help in attacking the Andhra region.
Maharaj Krishnadevaraya surrounded the fort of Udayagiri in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh for 18 months.
Gazapati Pratapraudra’s army has to retreat due to hunger, after cutting the food supply to the fort. After the success of Udaygiri, Emperor Krishnadevaraya worshipped with his wives in the temple of Tirupati.
Battle at Kondavidu
There was a bloody battle at the Kondavidu between King of Kaling Pratapradrude and Raja Krishnadevaraya. After seizing Kondavidu fort, Vijaynagar army has to retreat for some time due to accidents and significant losses.
After, minister Timmarsu finds the secret path to the east gate of the Kondavidu fort. The army of Vijayanagara suddenly invades the Kondavidu fort during a night attack with that secret entrance. The son of Gajapati Prataprudra, Yuvraj Virabhadra was imprisoned from the fort.
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Victory of Sri Krishnadevaraya over Kalinga
Some Wanderer people from Andhra Pradesh who previously serviced to Prataparudra, betrayed the Gajapati Pratap Rudra.
Timiruusu successfully persuade them provding wealth & gets all the details of the plan of Pratap Rudra. When the army of Vijayanagara invades Kalinga, Pratap Rudra ran away to the Cuttak.
At that time, Cuttack was the capital of the kingdom of Gajapati Pratap Rudra. After that, soon Gajapati Pratap Rudra surrendered, and give his daughter, Jagan Mohini to the emperor Krishnadevaraya.
Maharaj Krishnadevaraya accepted the deal of Gajapati Pratap Rudra, hence Krishna River becomes the border of Gajapati and Vijayanagara.
Battle of Raichur
Raichur’s battle is considered to be important. In this battle on 15th May 1520, about 16,000 soldiers of Vijaynagar were killed. Later, Vijaynagar soldiers, led by Pamasan Ramalinga Naidu, conquered Raichur fort.
Thereafter, the emperor appreciated Pamaszan Ramalinga Naidu very much. There was terrible bloodshed in this war. Along with Vijayanagar, there were about 800,000 infantry, 35,000 cavalries, and 600 elephants in this battle.
After this war, Vijaynagar’s army siege to the previous capital of Bahamani Sultanate that fort of Gulbarga and conquered it.
After this campaign, the Emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya was ruled over the whole of South India.
Foreign relations of Emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya
Emperor Krishnadevaraya established a very good relationship with the Portuguese. In 1510, the emperors established the Portuguese Dominion of India in Goa. So, foreign trade gets encouraged.
Emperor Krishnadevaraya included Portuguese guns in his defense system, and also Portuguese horses in his horse barn. Raja Krishnadevaraya adopted Portuguese’s improved water supply system in the Vijayanagara with the help of Portuguese experts.
Death of Crown Prince- Tirumala Rai
In 1524, Emperor Krishnadevaraya declared his son Tirumala Rai as the Crown Prince of Vijaynagar. However, Tirumala Rai was poisoned and died due to the same reason.
Maharaj Krishnadevaraya suspected that the most trustworthy advisor and father figure Timiruusu and his son may include in this conspiracy. Therefore, he gave a penalty of blinding them.
Death of Sri Krishnadevaraya
After that, while preparing for the attack on the fort of Belgaum, Sri Krishnadevaraya became seriously ill. He declared his brother Achyut Dev Rai as his successor. Later, soon after 1529, he died.
Golden Age of Literature
It is said that the period of emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya was called the golden age of literature. Because, during his time, there was a large creation of literature in different languages. Emperors had given shelter to poets of different languages like Tamil, Kannada, Sanskrit, Telugu, etc.
Controversy of Sri Krishnadevaraya’s Dynasty
Some historians believe that the Raja Krishnadevaraya belongs to Tuluva dynasty, some believe Telugu, others believe that he belonged to Kannadiga.
What was the dynasty of Maharaj Krishnadevaraya? is a controversial question. However, most historians are agreed that he belonged to the Tuluva dynasty.
Eight Legends Appointed by Sri Krishnadevaraya in Vijayanagara Empire
The eight poets who were the backbone of Telugu literature in the court of Sri Krishnadevaraya were called “Ashtadiggajas” (Eight Legends).
Apart from the Vijayanagar court, these eight legends were responsible for running Vijayanagar uninterruptedly. Due to those great legends, the historical Telugu literature of Vijayanagar reached the summit.
The period from 1540 to 1600 is called “Prabandha Kaal.” In the court of Emperor Krishnadevaraya, in the “Poet Literature Assembly,” those legends considered as eight pillars. Seems that, The eighth legend believed to have appointed in the seventeenth century.
Name of Allasani Peddana comes first in the Ashtadigagas. As he recognized as the most important gem of Vijaynagar durbar.
Place of Living- Village:
Somanandapalli, Anantapur was then transferred to Pandanpasu, Yeraguntla, Kadapa district.
Important events of his life:
It’s believed that Peddana was the senior and highest of all poets. According to references, Maharaj Krishnadevaraya himself lifted his palanquin in his honor.
Sri Krishnadevaraya conferred the title of “Kanakabhishekam” to Peddana.
He was the only poet to receive the honor of sitting on the royal elephant of the dynasty.
On the death of Sri Krishnadevaraya, Peddana expressed his grief with this poem “Ati Krishna Rayala Thotti Dvikengaleka Braithiki Undithi Jeevatchawambu Nagachu”.
It’s believed that he was born in the house of Singanna and Thimmamamba.
Famous writer and poet in Vijayanagar court. His poems was famous among Telugu literature.
Place of Living- Village:
He was also considered the residents of Anantapur.
Important events of his life:
It is said that Nandi Thimmana was the head of a sub-kingdom in the Vijayanagara Empire. His daughter was Princess named Tirumala Devi.
He had dedicated his work to Maharaja Sri Krishnadevaraya. This work of his literature completed under the name “Parijatpaharnamu.”
He was a disciple of Acharya Aghora Shiva. Although he was from the Shaiva sect, some of his work also based on the Vaishnava sect. In those days the Vaishnava sect had a royal asylum in Vijayanagara.
At that time his poems were published in Telugu on the beautiful nose, which became very popular. In Telugu, the nose is called mukku. As a result, he was also known as “Mukku Thimmana”.
Nandi Thimmana completed the incomplete Mahabharata of the poet Kumaraswamy. Kumaraswamy was the famous poet in Kannada literature. Nandi Thimmana presented that work in the durbar which called “Karnataka Krishnadevaraya Bharatha Kathamanjari.”
Tenali Ramakrishna was also known as Vikatkavi (Hindi: Vidushak, English: clown). He was a famous Telugu poet. He was also quick-witted of Vijaynagar durbar.
Place of Living- Village:
Tenali Ramakrishna was from Tenali village in Vijaynagar Empire.
Important events of his life:
A man of brilliant intelligence, he gained a prominent position in the court due to his humorous nature and quick-wittedness. During the reign of Emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya, he played an essential role in the court.
Telugu poet of 16th century.
Rayalaseema was the birthplace of Madayyagari Mallana under the rule of Vijaynagar.
Important events of his life:
It is said that, he was one of companion during military campaigns of Maharaj Sir Kirshnadevraya.
“Rajasekara Charitram”: It based on the military success of Rajasekara who was king of Avanti.
He dedicated his work to Appaji or Nadendla Appana who was the governor of Kondavidu. Nadendla Appana was also nephew of minister Saluava Timmana in Vijaynagar court.
Telugu poet of 16th century. Jakkayya was grandfather of Dhurjati.
He was from holy town of Sri Kalahasti.
As he was great devotee of lord Shiva, his work based on his praise.
“Sri Kalahasteeshwara Mahatyam” (miracles and praise of God Shiva) and “Sri Kalahasteeshwara Satakam” (includes 100+ poems)are few of his popular work.
In his work we find devotional fiction which includes local myths.
Popular Telugu poet of 16th century.
Cuddapah (Kadapa) city in Andhra Pradesh was acknowledged as his birthplace. It is located in the Rayalseema region.
Ramabhyudayamu was his famous work and he dedicated it to Narasaraya. Sri Krishnadevara requested to translate his work in to Telugu language. So, Ayyalaraju Ramabhadrudu translated it with name “Sakala Katha Sara Sangraham.”
Famous Telugu poet of 16th century. In Kanala village there is his tomb and Potter community also celebrates his Jayanti every year.
Though his birthplace was unknown, he lived in Kanala village near Nandyala city and Koilakuntla Road of Kurnool district.
Garuda Puranam, Prabhavatee Pradyumnamu, Raghava Pandaveeyam and Kalapurnodayamu.
He dedicated Garuda Puranam to his father Amarana and Kalapurnodayam to Nandyal King.
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Magnificent Telugu poet and exceptional musician of 16th century.
Kavyalankarasangrahamu, Vasucaritramu, Hariscandra Nalopakhyanamu, and Narasabhupaleeyamu.
He dedicated his work Vasucaritramu to Tirumala Deva Raya. Tirumala Deva Raya was son-in-law of Sri Krishnadevaraya.
His poetic compositions had a unique musical flow and rhythm.
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