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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – As the points keep piling up for the New England Revolution - an MLS-best 52 and counting heading into the weekend - the gap atop the standings continues to widen as they enter the final 10 games of the regular season.
The Revs' league-leading record of 16-4-4 puts them 10 points ahead of their closest competition in the Supporters' Shield race with a 14-point lead in the Eastern Conference.
However, while New England does keep compiling three-point efforts - and it shows in the standings - the squad knows it doesn’t mean anything yet.
“I don’t think we can be satisfied with where we’re at,” said Teal Bunbury. “Up to this point, we haven’t won anything. We’re doing well. We are winning games, but the ultimate prize, the ultimate goal is making it to the playoffs, having home-field advantage throughout the playoffs, and winning a championship.”
That winning mentality is a tenacious characteristic that reverberates throughout the locker room as the squad aspires to continually fight for each other, and the ultimate prize, every single game.
“It’s a gritty group, tough group, guys that have a lot of fight in them,” said Henry Kessler. “One of our slogans is ‘Bring the Fight,’ make sure we do that every week, week-in, week-out. It’s a characteristic of the team.”
“Our focus is just that next game,” said Bunbury. "Most teams always say that, but we can’t get ahead of ourselves. We’re first in the league, first in our conference, I think we have a target on our backs.
“Each game is going to be critical and important if we want to finish first in the East. That’s our goal right now.”
While the Revs are elated with the position they’ve put themselves in heading into the campaign’s final 10 matches, they know the hardest work still remains as they aim to close out the regular season and maintain their hot form into the playoffs.
Their next chance to do so is on Saturday night at home against New York City FC, which is one of four teams to beat New England this season. The Revs are eager for the chance at revenge at Gillette Stadium.
“We love that opportunity,” said Kessler. “We’ve done pretty well this year, haven’t lost too many games, so to get a chance against a team that we lost to before, I think it’s a great opportunity and we’re looking forward to making some adjustments and hopefully getting a better result.”
The Revs are set to kick off against NYCFC in Foxborough on Saturday at 7 p.m. ET, with television coverage on TV38, myRITV and COZITV.


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The company, which has patented its VHTi technology, wants comments, not competition, so it released the code and several documents to its Web site under a license that restricts use of the code to analysis for a period of 60 days.
"We pride ourselves on being good students of cryptography," said Jim Adler, founder and CEO of the Bellevue, Wash.-based company. "We know there is no security through obscurity, so we want to be open."
Revealing encryption algorithms for peer review is a standard practice in encryption circles and allows experts to poke holes in other people's technology. VoteHere hopes the additional scrutiny will prove that its technology is sound, Adler said.
The company's software is designed to let voters verify that their ballots were properly handled. It assigns random identification numbers to ballots and candidates. After people vote, they get a receipt that shows which candidates they chose--listed as numbers, not names. Voters can then use the Internet and their ballot identification number to check that their votes were correctly counted.
"It doesn't protect the system from compromise, but it detects when compromises happen," Adler said. "We are the barking dogs: If anything touches the ballots, it can be detected."
The move comes as questions arise about the security of electronic and Internet voting.
Though on March 1, Super Tuesday, have .
Some states,among them, are going full bore to ballots cast on the Internet, despite enough to prevent election tampering. About 28 percent of Michigan voters cast their ballot online in February during that state's Democratic caucus. In the same month, to conduct a trial that could have let the 6 million Americans abroad cast their vote online.
VoteHere has had its own security issues to deal with as well. In December, the company called in the FBI to . Adler said the investigation was ongoing and stressed that VoteHere's plans to release source code had been in the works since last summer.

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Whenever director Robert Trachtenberg tells people he's made a film about Bing Crosby, he says, "The overwhelming response is, 'He's the guy who… Read more
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Felix fourth in 200m, no chance for Olympic double
EUGENE, Oregon (AP):
Allyson Felix had the star power to change the Olympic schedule.
Now, it's her schedule that needs adjusting.
Felix's run at the 200-400 Olympic double, made possible after Olympics officials honoured her request for a chance to run both races, came to an earlier-than-expected end Sunday. She finished fourth (22.54) in the 200-metre final, one spot out of the Rio mix, in a .01-second loss to a sprawling Jenna Prandini at US Track and Field Trials. Tori Bowie won in 22.25 with Deejah Stevens second in 22.30.
"Honestly, disappointed," said Felix, who will not get a chance to defend her Olympic title in her signature event. "The whole year, that has been what I was working for. When I look back and see everything that happened, I still think it's quite amazing I was able to make the team."
She did make the 400-metre line-up, and that is, indeed, quite an accomplishment considering the injury she suffered this spring. After landing awkwardly on an exercise ball while doing core work, she rolled her right ankle.
The injury was so severe she avoided running around the track in the correct, counterclockwise direction until just before trials, for fear she'd put too much outside pressure on her injured ankle.
In track lingo, a sprinter doesn't necessarily have to be "fast" to succeed in the 400m a full lap around the track in which technique is more important than pure speed. But in the 200m, it takes a more aggressive lean into the curve at the opening of the race just the sort of practice Felix didn't get enough of during her slow comeback.
"I could only do what I could with the ankle," she said.
One of Felix's biggest fans made news earlier in the day: 16-year-old Sydney McLaughlin became the youngest member of the US Olympic track team since 1972 when she finished third in the 400m hurdles in a world junior record 54.15 seconds. Dalilah Muhammad won in 52.88, while Ashley Spencer was second in 54.02.
Not bad for the junior out of Union Catholic High School in New Jersey, who turned on the Beijing Olympics eight years ago, saw Felix winning the 4x400m relay and thought, "I'd like to be like her, someday."
Asked what she loved most about Felix, McLaughlin said: "She wasn't afraid to lose."
"Sometimes, I get so caught up in the fact that I hadn't lost a hurdles race, and I come here, and these girls are faster than me," said McLaughlin, who admitted to being so nervous earlier in the week she considered pulling out of the meet. "It's realising that sometimes you have to lose to get better."
"I'm pretty sure everyone expected to see her on the (200) team," Bowie said. "I'm pretty sure it won't be the same without her."

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There’s nothing more hilarious than repeatedly lying to the people you’ve been entrusted to lead. While President Obama wasn’t available for the laugh fest, a few of his former speechwriters got together with PBS’ Charlie Rose to have a good cathartic chuckle over Obama’s infamous “If you like your healthcare plan, you can keep it” lie, which earned the president Politifact’s ignominious “Lie of the Year” award in 2013.
The round table laugh session occurred during a discussion on “Charlie Rose: The Week” on Monday, when the host was joined by speechwriters Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and David Litt (recently hired by Funny or Die) to praise Obama for his oratory skills. When Lovett cited writing “serious” speeches about healthcare as some of the work he’s most proud of, Favreau jumped in to blame Lovett for the Lie of the Year-winning line, which they all apparently found hilarious.
The Washington Examiner provides the transcript:
“I really like, I was very — the joke speeches is the most fun part of this. But the things I’m the most proud of were the most serious speeches, I think. Healthcare, economic speeches,” said Lovett.
Favreau interjected, “Lovett wrote the line about, ‘If you like your insurance, you can keep it.'”
“How dare you!” Lovett joked back.
The panel laughed and laughed.
So how did that lie work out for the American people? As PolitiFact admitted back in 2013 — when around 4 million people had already received cancelation letters for the policies they were promised they could keep — not so well.
Here’s a compilation of 36 times President Obama lyingly assured the American people that under his healthcare law they could keep their plans:


President adds two offers
DL Gimel President (6-4 250) of Wando has added Oklahoma and Central Florida to his offer sheet. His other offers are USC, Clemson, North Carolina, NC State, Tennessee, and Maryland. His coach, Jimmy Noonan, says President has been to several junior days. "He went to UCF (Central Florida) and South Florida a couple of weeks ago," said Noonan. "Of course, he has already been at USC and Clemson. He is going to North Carolina next week and has already been to NC State." Noonan says President remains "wide open" and does not have any favorites.
Noonan also mentioned OL Tyler Stasky (6-9 270) saying though Stasky has not received that first offer, it is only a matter of time. "He's got too much of an upside," said Noonan. "He has already put on eight pounds since the end of basketball and will be over 300 before you know it." Stasky is getting interest from USC and Clemson among others. "I think a lot of schools will evaluate him during the spring," added Noonan. "Tyler has picked up the spoon and is getting ready for spring practice."


text: Foreground-background segmentation has been an active research area over the years. However, conventional models fail to produce accurate results when challenged with the videos of challenging illumination conditions. In this paper, we present a robust model that allows accurately extracting the foreground even in exceptionally dark or bright scenes and in continuously varying illumination in a video sequence. This is accomplished by a triple multi-task generative adversarial network (TMT-GAN) that effectively models the semantic relationship between the dark and bright images and performs binary segmentation end-to-end. Our contribution is twofold: First, we show that by jointly optimizing the GAN loss and the segmentation loss, our network simultaneously learns both tasks that mutually benefit each other. Second, fusing features of images with varying illumination into the segmentation branch vastly improve the performance of the network. Comparative evaluations on highly challenging real and synthetic benchmark datasets (ESI and SABS) demonstrate the robustness of TMT-GAN and its superiority over state-of-the-art approaches.

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SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Chevron Corp., the nation's No. 2 oil company, announced Thursday it was boosting it capital spending program by 20% next year, while No. 3 ConocoPhillips said it plans to cut spending by about a third.
Both companies are benefiting from near record-high crude oil prices and soaring global demand, but their needs and concerns diverge sharply, at least over the next 12 months, in staking out how best to spend that pile of cash.
Most of the money, about 75%, will go toward developing oil and gas fields in remote corners of the world like Kazakhstan, Angola, and Nigeria or in the Gulf of Mexico and offshore Brazil, where the industry is pushing its technology to the limits to tap vast reserves at record depths.
Many of those projects, years in the making, are now entering their most capital-intensive phase. But the company sees them paying dividends for years to come. See full story.
"Our focus is both on improving the performance of existing fields and funding new projects that will provide this future production growth," George Kirkland, executive vice president of Chevron's exploration and development operations, said in a statement.
The news has been well-received on Wall Street. Chevron stock is up 36% from its 52-week low in March, closing Thursday at $73.32 a share.
"After witnessing declining production in 2003 and 2004 (down 3% and 5%, respectively), and flat growth in 2005, it now appears that Chevron is in the initial stages of an inflection point for organic production growth (similar to what we have witnessed with Exxon Mobil over the past year)," A.G. Edwards energy analyst Bruce Lanni wrote in a research note.
While Chevron is getting back on track on the production side of the business, it faces increasing challenges hunting for new places to drill. It is not alone.
Soaring global energy demand, driven in part by the booming economies of China and India, has sharply raised competition for available resources.
At the same time, governments in many of the world's oil producing regions are getting stricter about opening their doors to foreign oil companies while sending their own national oil companies into the scramble for reserves elsewhere. The stepped-up competition often leaves multinational companies like Chevron with cash on their hands looking for suitable investments.
Rather than hoard the cash, Chevron is deciding to return some of it to investors. In addition to lifting its spending plans, the San Ramon, Calif.-based company said it Thursday that it will buy back up to $5 billion worth of its common shares over the next three years.
Taking the opposite tack
Unlike Chevron, ConocoPhillips
The Houston-based company said it plans to earmark about $11.8 billion for capital projects in 2007, about a third less than the $18 billion spent in 2006. Another $1.7 billion will be set aside to cover loans and other transactions, bringing its overall capital outlay to about $13.5 billion.
This past year, ConocoPhillips finished paying for the bigger stake it took in Russia's Lukoil, now 20%, which gives it access to some of the more promising exploration tracts in Siberia. It is also winding down payments for oil and gas producer Burlington Resources, a $36 billion acquisition struck in December 2005.
But, with oil prices hovering near record highs, the company said the drop in spending also stems from a reluctance to pay top-dollar for industry services or new resources.
"Given the increasingly challenging business environment, which has been marked by rising costs, greater discipline in capital spending is warranted to better ensure value delivery over the long term. Accordingly, we have prioritized our capital projects for 2007," Jim Mulva, chairman and chief executive officer, said in a statement. See full story.
And, having a better track record at replacing reserves over the past few years, it can better afford to take a slight breather than Chevron.
A company official said this doesn't mean any development projects will be dropped, but they could be drawn out over a longer time frame.
Meanwhile, both companies have pledged fresh funds next year to expand their refining capacity, an area that even No. 1 Exxon Mobil Corp. is likely to expand.
One of the primary causes of high prices at the gas pump is a chronic bottleneck at the nation's refineries, which are likely to face even more pressure keep pace with the increased flow of crude from new fields around the world.


Florida State coach Mike Norvell has announced that redshirt sophomore linebacker Stephen Dix Jr. will miss the 2022 season with an undisclosed injury.
The Dr. Phillips product appeared in 21 games (5 starts) during his two seasons with the Seminoles, totaling 59 tackles, including 3.5 tackles for loss. He played in all 12 games last season with 14 tackles and one pass breakup.
“Stephen has been a great player and teammate in regard to the things that he’s had to go through and things he’s had to work [through],” Norvell said. “He’s responded to a lot of adversity that’s shown up over the last couple of years. He played a ton as a true freshman and last year was more in a limited role.
“It’s one of those things that’s just a part of the game, but it’s going to continue to call on some of the younger guys.”
Dix wasn’t listed on FSU’s projected 2-deep depth chart for Saturday’s game against Duquesne.
The linebackers unit is one of the team’s most well-rounded groups, with Kalen DeLoach, DJ Lundy, Tatum Bethune and Amari Gainer listed among the rotation in the middle. The group also added Brendan Gant, who transitioned from the secondary, and true freshman Omar Graham Jr.
The Seminoles will also be without receiver Ja’Khi Douglas, who was “banged up” during one of the scrimmages and will not be available against Duquesne Saturday.
The redshirt sophomore appeared in 20 games (4 starts) in his two seasons and totaled 371 receiving yards on 21 catches with 3 touchdowns.
“Ja’Khi’s done a great job in his growth by playing receiver and getting into the backfield,” Norvell said. “He’ll be back soon, but it’s one of those unfortunate things that he did get banged up and that’s why he’s not on the depth chart.”
Norvell previously announced that transfer center Kayden Lyles (Wisconsin) would miss the season with an injury and offensive lineman Maurice Smith would also miss some time with an injury.


Akkuyu Nuclear JSC and TEIAS to commence full-scale work on creating a power distribution scheme for Akkuyu NPP
Akkuyu Nuclear JSC and Turkish System Operator TEIAS have signed the Republic of Turkey Transmission Grid Connection Agreement. The conclusion of this agreement will enable Akkuyu Nuclear JSC and TEIAS to commence full-scale work on creating a power distribution scheme for Akkuyu NPP, which will include 6 high-voltage transmission lines to connect Akkuyu NPP to the Turkish transmission system.
Within the framework of the agreement, the power generated by Akkuyu NPP will be transmitted from the Akkuyu NPP switchgear via 400 kV power lines to six transformer substations that are part of Turkey’s unified energy system.
The total length of the high-voltage lines that will be built as part of the Akkuyu NPP power distribution scheme will exceed 1000 km, which allows us to talk about creating the most powerful and branched power distribution system in the country.
“In a few years, Turkey will integrate a nuclear power plant into its power transmission system for the first time – an uninterrupted source of base-load generation of vast amounts of electricity. The agreement is a guarantee that the infrastructure of the Turkish transmission system will be ready for NPP connection and reliable transmission of generated electricity to consumers. Observance of the parameters of compatibility with the external electrical system is inextricably linked to ensuring a reliable and safe NPP operation, so the conclusion of the connection agreement can undoubtedly be attributed to the key stages in implementing the Akkuyu NPP Project”, remarked Anastasia Zoteeva, CEO of AKKUYU NUCLEAR JSC, following the signing of the Agreement.
The execution of the transmission grid connection agreement is an essential requirement of the Turkish Electricity Market Law and a number of other regulatory and legal acts of the Republic of Turkey. All the power lines to be connected to Akkuyu NPP will be built and maintained by the TEIAS.
Source: Company Press Release


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Oxford University is currently enrolling up to 10,260 people for a combined Phase 2 and 3 coronavirus vaccine trial in the UK.
The researchers had already inoculated more than 1,000 healthy volunteers, between the ages of 18 and 55, in its Phase 1 trial.
For the Phase 2/3 trial, they’re expanding testing to include people older than 70 and children between the ages of 5 and 12 — the key to ensuring we end up with a vaccine that can protect people of all ages from COVID-19.
Oxford’s Coronavirus Vaccine Trial
Oxford created its vaccine, ChAdOx1, by adding genetic material from the coronavirus’s spike protein to a harmless cold virus.
In March, researchers behind a small study involving six rhesus macaque monkeys reported that the Oxford vaccine could protect the monkeys from contracting the disease, for at least 28 days, despite being directly exposed to the virus.
The animal study was followed by the launch of the Phase 1 human safety trial in April — Europe’s first coronavirus vaccine trial. While following up on those trial participants, the Oxford researchers will use this Phase 2 trial to see what sort of immune response the vaccine prompts in people of various age groups.
We may get enough data in a couple of months to see if the vaccine works.
This is key, because older and younger people tend to have weaker immune responses, which means that a vaccine that works well for healthy young adults might not protect the people who are most vulnerable to the illness.
The Phase 3 coronavirus vaccine trial, involving some of the same participants, will then focus on the vaccine’s ability to prevent someone from catching the coronavirus. Because this requires people to be exposed to the virus, the speed of its results will depend on the UK’s infection rate.
“If transmission remains high, we may get enough data in a couple of months to see if the vaccine works,” the Oxford researchers said in a statement. “But if transmission levels drop, this could take up to six months.”
If all goes perfectly, the researchers say they could have millions of doses of their coronavirus vaccine ready for people of all ages by September.
The COVID-19 Monkey Study
So far, eight coronavirus vaccines have reached the human trial stage, and the Oxford vaccine has been considered one of the most promising — making the launch of its latest coronavirus vaccine trial a major hopeful development in the battle against COVID-19.
However, expectations for the vaccine have been tempered by the May 13 publication of the March monkey study’s results on the preprint server bioRxiv.
The study suggests that while the Oxford vaccine prevented the six vaccinated monkeys from contracting pneumonia, the coronavirus’s genetic material was still detected in their nose samples.
It’s possible that these tests were only picking up fragments of the virus, left over from when it was sprayed up their noses, or dead viruses shredded by their immune system. But it could also mean that the monkeys still got infected with the virus but simply had milder cases.
“If this represents infectious virus and a similar thing occurs in humans, then vaccinated people can still be infected, shed large amounts of virus which could potentially spread to others in the community,” Jonathan Ball, a molecular virologist from University of Nottingham, told the Independent.
A vaccine that prevents a serious illness would still be very valuable, but it might not do anything to stop the spread of the virus.
Still, the nature of the monkey trial — the monkeys received only a single dose of the vaccine and then were exposed to a massive amount of the virus, far higher than humans are likely to encounter — has left others unfazed.
“None of the vaccines in development will work with one shot (that’s just not how vaccines work),” immunologist Florian Krammer wrote on Twitter. “This was after one shot. The lung was protected. Two shots might be pretty solid.”
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Colorado State University Student Survey
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Our Youth, Our Future Survey To Be Conducted at
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Beginning November 13th, students in 9th – 12th grades will be participating in the Our Youth, Our Future survey in cooperation with the Tri-Ethnic Center for Prevention Research at Colorado State University. The funding for the administration of the survey comes from a federal grant awarded to the Tri-Ethnic Center, which allows the survey to be conducted at no cost to the school. Participation in this survey is voluntary. Parents who wish to withdraw their child from participating may do so by contacting Julia Straight, School Counselor, at 505-404-5225. In addition, a copy of the survey is available at the school for parents who would like to review it. Bernalillo High School believes that students’ participation in this survey will assist the school in planning, funding and evaluating drug and alcohol prevention programs.
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Tourism post-Covid-19: Ministry floats strategy to promote medical, wellness, rural, MICE tourism
In order to boost the tourism sector in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic, the Ministry of Tourism on Friday released three draft strategies with roadmaps to promote India as a rural and medical tourism destination and to position it as a place for conferences, meetings and exhibitions.
The Draft National Strategy and Roadmap for Development of Rural Tourism in India seeks to develop and promote local products through tourism to generate income and jobs in rural areas and empower local communities.
“This will help in reducing the migration from rural areas, poverty alleviation and sustainable development,” the draft said.
The second proposal – Draft National Strategy and Roadmap for Medical and Wellness Tourism – seeks to promote India as an accessible and affordable destination for medical treatments and wellness courses.
“The key drivers for growth of medical tourism and wellness tourism are mainly affordability and accessibility of good healthcare services, facilitation around hospitality services, minimal waiting time, availability of latest medical technologies and accreditations.
“The Ministry of Tourism has recognised the immense potential of MVT and has been actively working on promotion and development of medical tourism," the draft plan said.
“The government of India recognises medical value travel and wellness tourism as one of the important sectors having the potential of accelerating the country's development and attaining the objective of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. In order to provide impetus to the growth of medical value travel and wellness tourism in India and maintain India’s competitive advantage, a comprehensive strategy and roadmap has been prepared,” it added.
The national strategy aims at providing an institutional framework strengthening the ecosystem for medical and wellness tourism, developing a brand and ensuring quality assurance, the plan said.
The ministry has also proposed a draft to position India as a MICE destination. MICE, an acronym for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions has been recognised as a significant market segment and an important contributor to national economies.
“It not only gives a boost to the economy in the form of income generation, but creates huge employment opportunities in related hospitality service providing sectors like accommodation, food and beverage, convention services, transportation, tourism and entertainment,” the Draft National Strategy and Roadmap for MICE Industry said.
The ministry has invited feedback and comments from the public on these drafts on or before June 30, 2021.


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Plate I, 57
Artist - Summer 2016
This project is also from the drawing book of Charles Bargue. I decided to do this piece of work in black and white charcoal. This process also started with the same techniques as Psyche. Once this step was completed, the next step was the transfer the drawing onto the textured board. Step by step this piece came together by carefully shading from the darkest darks to the lightest lights using black charcoal. The final step was to use the white charcoal to pop out the lightest lights giving the statue texture.


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If No Deal is Struck, Four-in-Ten Say Let the Sequester Happen
After a series of fiscal crises over the past few years, the public is not expressing a particular sense of urgency over the pending March 1 sequester deadline.
Majority Views Government as Threat to Personal Rights
For the first time, a majority of the public says that the federal government threatens their personal rights and freedoms.
Obama in Strong Position as He Begins Second Term
More Americans say Obama is trustworthy, a strong leader and someone who stands up for his beliefs; 52% approve of the job he is doing and 59% have a favorable opinion of him.
Religious Makeup of the New Congress
The newly elected, 113th Congress includes the first Buddhist to serve in the Senate, the first Hindu and the first member of Congress to describe her religion as “none,” continuing a gradual increase in religious diversity that mirrors the country as a whole.
Obama: Weak Job Ratings, But Positive Personal Image
Barack Obama begins his fourth year in office facing a struggling economy, an unhappy public, and a lower job approval rating than most of his recent predecessors at a comparable point in their presidencies. However, Obama he still possesses a positive personal image with voters.
Frustration with Congress Could Hurt Republican Incumbents
Public discontent with Congress has reached record levels, and the implications for incumbents in next year’s elections could be stark. The Republican Party is taking more of the blame than the Democrats for a do-nothing Congress.
Obama Job Approval Edges Up, GOP Contest Remains Fluid
President Barack Obama’s job rating has improved modestly over the past month, although few Americans approve of the way he is handling the economy. In addition, a majority of Americans continue to hold a favorable personal opinion of Obama. This is not the case for his main GOP rivals, whom he mostly bests in test election measures.
The Generation Gap and the 2012 Election
In the last four national elections, generation has mattered more in American elections than it has in decades. This continues to be true as voters look ahead toward the 2012 general election. In a contest between President Obama and Mitt Romney, there is a 20-point gap in support for Obama between Millennials and the over-65 Silent generation.
Obama Leadership Image Takes a Hit, GOP Ratings Decline
For the first time in his presidency, significantly more Americans disapprove than approve of the way Barack Obama is handling his job as president and and the margin of strong disapproval over strong approval has widened. But the public is also profoundly discontented with the political leadership of both parties, angry at the federal government and dissatisfied with the way things are going in the country.
Views of Tea Party Supporters in Congress Grow More Negative
More Americans now think that members of Congress who support the Tea Party are having a negative effect than said that in January, at the start of the new Congress.

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Beyond the Laughter: What’s next for Ellen DeGeneres?
Ellen DeGeneres’ iconic talk show has faded to the background. In 19 seasons, she filled our television screens with laughter, tenderness, and heartwarming surprise. But after a highly publicized ending to “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” in 2022, questions remain: what happened to the woman who danced with joy and gave away automobiles? What is the age of Ellen DeGeneres now? What is she doing in the next chapter?
“Navigating the Shadows”: A Show Under Scrutiny
The Ellen DeGeneres Show’s final years were filled with controversy. Ellen’s name was tarnished due to allegations of a hostile workplace. The allegations included allegations of bullying and discrimination. Ellen denied the allegations, but they triggered public criticism. The ratings of Ellen dipped and she announced in 2021 that she would not return to the show. announced that the show was coming to an end.
Breaking Free from the Talk Show Mold: Redefining Success
Ellen is 65 and has decided to embrace the life that comes after a day of work. With a net worth of $490 million Ellen is able to step aside and pursue new endeavors. According to reports, she’s focused on her interests including wildlife conservation with the Ellen DeGeneres Wildlife Fund, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, and spending time with her partner, Portia de Rossi, in their sprawling Montecito estate.
The Legacy of Laughter: A Legacy in Philanthropy
Despite the controversy the legacy of Ellen is important. She was the first to represent LGBTQ+ in mainstream media when she came out as gay in her sitcom in 1994. Her dedication to social and environmental justice is an inspiration. Her Foundation has made a tangible change in the lives of numerous animals and individuals.
Now What? A new future with possibilities
While the details of Ellen’s future projects remain under wraps, hints suggest she’s not done captivating audiences. Rumors are abound regarding documentaries and writing projects in addition to reports of a possible return to stand-up comedy. No matter which path she chooses her sharp wit and inventive spirit will continue to put her name in the spotlight.
Final Conclusion From Talk-Show Host to Changemaker
Ellen DeGeneres has a story that is a tale of change. Ellen DeGeneres‘ journey has taken her from a stand-up to an actress on talk shows. She’s been through the highs, and lows that fame could bring while remaining loyal to her values. Her journey continues in a way that lets her go from the monotony of television. Her journey inspires us to take on new opportunities to redefine success and make an impact on the world. While the “Ellen DeGeneres” show is over however, her legacy of laughter, kindness and commitment to making the world a better place will certainly endure.


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NORTHFIELD - Everything felt good in Emi Trost's race. The Cannon Falls junior got off to a good start in the Class 1A state cross-country championship, and kept the competition in the rear-view mirror. And the results were readily apparent, as Trost ran a time of 14 minutes, 16.5 seconds, more than 18 seconds better than her second-place time at last year's state championship. In fact, her time on Saturday would have won last year's Class 1A championship by five seconds. "I didn't know how far behind the other girls were," Trost said.
WEST ST. PAUL - In Friday's Section 4AAA championship game, a Cannon Falls quarterback led his team to a state berth. That quarterback wasn't in the Cannon Falls huddle. It was St. Croix Lutheran senior signal-caller Lincoln Hochmuth. Although his family lives just four blocks away from Cannon Falls High School, Hochmuth followed in the path of his father and uncle, going to St. Paul's Lutheran School in Cannon Falls before going to St. Croix Lutheran High School.
With a roster full of players that have been in three state tournaments, Red Wing girls hockey coach Scott Haley thinks the novelty of going to state is gone. After a fourth-place showing in the Class 1A state tournament, the Wingers hope to leave a lasting impression on the 2012-13 season. "Now they want to try and make their mark," Haley said.
Getting ready for the Section 4AAA finals on Friday, Cannon Falls head football coach Josh Hofstedt admits that maybe his team is a little too hyped up. The only team left between the Bombers and their first state trip since 1996 is St. Croix Lutheran, the defending Class 3A state champions.
No team in Class 3A has been as explosive offensively as Lake City. Heading into Friday's Section 1AAA championship game, the Tigers led the state in points per game (45.1) and point differential (27.2). But facing top-ranked Rochester Lourdes in the section final, Lake City head coach Trevor Narum is prepared for a long, grueling game with a trip to state on the line. "We have to be really patient. We're not going to put 40 points on them in a half," Narum said. "It's going to be a punch-counter punch type of game." Lourdes and Lake City are set for a 7 p.m.
ROCHESTER - Leading for just three points in Saturday's Section 1A-East sub-section semifinal against No.
ROCHESTER - In so many ways, taking on No. 3-ranked Stewartville is a tall task for any team. There's a starting lineup that stands at an average of 5-foot-10. There is Hall of Fame head coach John Dzubay. There are twin sisters Hannah and Paige Tapp, who are both headed to the University of Minnesota to play volleyball. After playing tough with the Tigers earlier this year, the Cannon Falls Bombers believed that they could go toe-to-toe with Stewartville in the Section 1AA-West semifinals.
LAKE CITY - Those with heart conditions should not ride roller coasters or watch the Lake City football team in the Section 1AAA playoffs. In the quarterfinals against No. 7-seeded La Crescent, the No. 2-seeded and No. 7-ranked Tigers saw their 24-0 lead evaporate before coming away with a 24-21 victory. Then in Saturday's section semifinals against sixth-seeded Winona Cotter, Lake City looked like it was in cruise control with a 20-0 lead in the first quarter.
MINNEAPOLIS - In her time as a Lake City tennis player, the coaches wanted to change several things about Amy Orthaus' tennis game. "The lob game, the swinging volleys, my serve, I kind of scrunch my body," Orthaus said.
MINNEAPOLIS - For Lake City senior tennis players Allison Harvey and Katie Wallerich, their Class 1A state tournament got out of hand in a hurry. After losing 6-0, 6-1 in the first round to Park Rapids Area's Christina Smith and Julia Renner, the Tigers duo took on St. James' Michaela Nordby and Acacia Foss in the consolation playoffs. Harvey and Wallerich won the first set 6-4, but in the second set, Nordby and Foss got hot quickly. And before Harvey and Wallerich knew it, the St.


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A few weeks after the battles with more fierce colored inks begin, Nintendo hSplatoon confirmed that certain Splatoonpects of Splatoon 2 can be transferred to Splatoon 3 . The official website of the video game hSplatoon detailed exactly the options, while revealing some rewards that users who do it will receive.
The online data that are transferred are The level of player, the ranges, the objects and the equipment of equipment , which are transferred to the server through the Nintendo account. Splatoon the Kyoto recalls, the progress of history that does not require Internet connection can be uploaded to the Nintendo Switch online cloud.
Bonuses and how to transfer Splatoon 2 to Splatoon 3
If there are stored data from Splatoon 2 in your system, one part can be transferred to Splatoon 3. In fact, there are some advantages if you do.
- Receive three SHELDON LICENSES OF GOLD TO BUY MAIN WEAPONS, regardless of the level.
- Anarchy battles unlock from the beginning
- The game begins with a higher range, depending on your range in Splatoon 2
- Paradejamiento with other players with skill levels taking into account your level in the second installment.
To transfer progress you just have to start Splatoon 3 or enter the lobby when you have an Internet connection. The only requirement is to have a splatoon 2 save in the same Nintendo Switch and with the same account.
Splatoon 3 will go on sale next September 9 exclusively for Nintendo Switch. Recently a new Nintendo Direct took place in which all the news were detailed. This is the next great title of the Japanese after the launch of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, a video game that hSplatoon received extraordinary criticism in both national and international media.

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Lavender Graduation, a tradition to honor graduating LGBTQ students, will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. on May 4 at the Center for Student Inclusion and Diversity, Bovee University Center, Room 108.
Central Michigan University's Office of LGBTQ Services and Gender Equity Programs is hosting a "Dogs and Donuts" event to celebrate Pride Month.
The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees met in committees on April 19 to prepare for its April 20 formal session, which will start at 1 p.m. today.
At the Academic Senate meeting on April 18, senators heard several updates from Provost Nancy Mathews and voted on an insignia for graduation.
The Indian Students Association at Central Michigan University is all set to host an event that celebrates Indian culture and heritage. The annual "Indian Night" event is scheduled for 5 to 9:30 p.m. on April 22 in the McGuirk Arena, and is open to all students and their families in the Mount Pleasant community.
This Wednesday and Thursday, the Central Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet to discuss different aspects of campus activities, including academics, residence life, and finances.
There are some emergency skills we hope we’ll never use, but it’s good to be prepared if the need arises.
On April 13, Central Michigan University Libraries is hosting an artist talk featuring Clinton Snider and his display titled "Liminal Borders" in the Baber Room Gallery at the Charles V. Park Library.
Student Government Association at Central Michigan University discussed new legislation and held announcements from different student organizations about upcoming events Monday, April 3, at the Bovee University Center Auditorium.
On March 28, the Clarke Historical Library continued its speaker series by hearing from Matthew Skic, a curator at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia (MARP).
The Opperman Auditorium in the Park library was filled with people on March 23 for the last faculty reading of the year.
A revised roadmap looking at everything from the cost of classes to the social trends is under way at Central Michigan University.
What happens when each of us takes on the responsibility to change ourselves and impact our communities?
Central Michigan University students living at the Northwest Apartments now have the option to compost their food waste. As of Feb. 22, Central Sustainability has placed composting bins outside of each of the two laundry rooms at the Northwest residence for students to dispose of any food waste.
At the Academic Senate's Feb. 28 meeting, senators discussed Central Michigan University's strategic plan, voted for a new minor, deleted two undergraduate certificates and acknowledged recent gun violence on a neighboring campus.
The Black community of Central Michigan University gathered at the Black Girls Rock (BGR) Award Show to award Black women who make a difference on campus as leaders.
Early Saturday morning, 15 public universities' student governments from across the state came to Central Michigan University to collaborate, share ideas, discuss issues, network and exchange resources.
The CMU Board of Trustees opened its Feb. 16 meeting with a moment of silence to recognize the loss of life at Monday’s shooting at Michigan State University.
The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees met in committees on Feb. 15 to discuss the international student health insurance ad hoc committee, updates on campus renovations and new programs.
Members of the Academic Senate started Tuesday's meeting with a moment of silence for the three students killed and five injured by an active shooter at Michigan State University Monday night.

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The city of Philadelphia is aiming to buy almost one-quarter of its energy from renewable sources under a new deal signed Tuesday by Mayor Jim Kenney.
The agreement authorizes the Philadelphia Energy Authority — an independent municipal authority set up specifically to reduce the city’s energy’s consumption — to enter into a contract to purchase 22 percent of its power from solar provider Community Energy.
Radnor-based Community Energy will build a solar farm near Gettysburg, the largest in Pennsylvania, to fulfill that contract.
Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown said the move is part of a bigger effort.
“The city of Philadelphia has set a goal for all city buildings to be powered by renewable energy by 2030,” she said. “In order to achieve this goal, we must analyze the need and create a list of options, create a strategic plan and implement the strategic plan.”
Kenney said it also represents an effort by Philadelphia to adhere to the Paris climate accord.
“We need to use less energy, which we are doing through a variety of programs that are cutting energy use in our city buildings,” he said Tuesday. “We also need to use cleaner energy from sources like wind and solar.”


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The Apricot tea votive candle by nest fragrance notes of English Apricot are mingled with fragrant black tea and deep Golden amber then enhanced with bergamot for a soothing lift. The NEST Fragrances everyday collection combines color, texture and fragrance to enhance the everyday living and entertaining experience. The glass vases are designed to compliment the beauty of its surroundings; the classic shape and modern stripe etching will complement any decor. Each of the fragrances has been created by the most accomplished Perfumers at the world's leading fragrance houses.


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A new society, the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH), was established in January 2004 to represent the rapidly growing group of educators and researchers who utilize a variety of simulation techniques for education, testing, and research in health care. The membership is united by its desire to improve performance and reduce errors in patient care using all types of simulation including task trainers, human patient simulators, virtual reality, and standardized patients.
SEA is a non-profit educational organization for anesthesiology educators who desire to improve their skills in anesthesia education.
The mission of the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation is to ensure that no patient shall be harmed by anesthesia. The purposes of APSF are to: foster investigations that will provide a better understanding of preventable anesthetic injuries; encourage programs that will reduce the number of anesthetic injuries; and promote national and international communication of information and ideas about the causes and prevention of anesthetic morbidity and mortality.

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Ted Baker (TED.L) 01-11-19
Shares in Ted Baker (TED.L) have fallen dramatically from recent highs of 2000p. Will it continue, or is this an opportunity to pick up a bargain?
- Now trading at 412.65p (at time of writing). A return to previous highs would represent a rise of 384%.
- The market often over-reacts to bad news. Traders should consider whether it is down for good reason, or is this another over-reaction?
- Shares -80% from 12-month highs; +1% from 12 month lows.
03 Oct: Ted Baker, the lifestyle brand, reported a loss of £23m in its H1 results, hit by weak consumer spending. Group revenue declined 0.7% to £303.8m.
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European Commission is allowing health & beauty product manufacturers to incorporate Cannabigerol (CBG) into their products.
EU regulators have added CBG as a legal ingredient for cosmetics and skincare products. You can read the full story below, as reported by Hempindustrydaily.com.
High Purity Natural Products believes this to be a great move by the EU commission as Cannabigerol, or “CBG,” is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid that is considered the “mother of all cannabinoids.” It has known anti-inflammatory benefits, among others.
We currently have a great selection of the highest quality CBG available by the kilo at a great price. We welcome inquiries from manufacturers in the EU as well as globally.
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European health and beauty product manufacturers can now safely use hemp-derived cannabigerol or CBG in their cosmetics and skin care lines with approval from a key market regulator for trade in the European Union.
The European Commission added CBG last month as a safe ingredient for skin conditioning to Cosing, its cosmetics ingredient database.
Hemp extractors and manufacturers tout the benefits of using hemp-derived CBG in skin care and cosmetics products, including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
The classification change was made by the EU’s Directorate-General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs (small- and medium-sized enterprises).
The EU added hemp-derived CBD to the Cosing database in February, and synthetic CBD and hemp leaves are also among the approved ingredients for cosmetics.


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Moff Jerjerrod: Lord Vader, this is an unexpected pleasure. We are honored by your presence... Darth Vader: You may dispense with the pleasantries, Commander. I'm here to put you back on schedule. Moff Jerjerrod: I assure you, Lord Vader. My men are working as fast as they can. Darth Vader: Perhaps I can find new ways to motivate them.
Yoda: That face you make... look I so old to young eyes? Luke: No. Of course not. Yoda: I do. Yes, I do. Sicker I become, old and weak... When nine hundred years old YOU reach, look as good YOU will not, hmm?


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Where is Hotel Catalina located?
Hotel Catalina is located at Calle Hidalgo, 1.8 km from the centre of Jacó. Acuario Jacó is the closest landmark to Hotel Catalina.
When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Catalina?
Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Hotel Catalina.
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Hotel Catalina is 45.7 km from Tambor. Hotel Catalina is 56.6 km from Quepos.
Does Hotel Catalina have a pool?
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Creative and modern design characterises this spectacular Dazzling Duo ring. An 18ct gold-plated band which dazzles with ten imitation diamonds is encompassed by an immaculate rhodium-plated outer-ring, finished with a final imitation diamond.


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Archbishop Mitty (Calif.) power forward Aaron Gordon, one of the best remaining 2013 recruits, is closer to making his decision.
The 6-foot-7 forward is down to just three — Arizona, Kentucky, and Washington, according to ESPN’s Dave Telep Thursday night. Oregon, Kansas and California are no longer in contention.
It appears that Gordon will likely take his time and a decision should come during the spring. The consensus top player on the west coast hasn’t given any real indication to which school he is leaning towards.
In a post Thursday afternoon on ZagsBlog.com, SNY.tv’s Adam Zagoria mentioned Washington’s connection to Gordon.
Washington has long been considered to have an inside track because head coach Lorenzo Romar and Ed Gordon, Aaron’s father, grew up in the same Los Angeles neighborhood.
Then there’s Kentucky. John Calipari can never really be ruled out when it comes to a top recruit. But Gordon may not be a necessity for Big Blue Nation to land. Coach Cal has other forwards on his radar including Prestowood Christian (Tex.) power forward, Julius Randle and the consensus top player in the nation, Huntington Prep (W.Va.) small forward, Andrew Wiggins.
Gordon has already visited all three schools.
- #FredHoibergWatch officially commences today, as Bulls fire Thibodeau 3
- There’s only one way the NCAA gets UNC investigation wrong: a 2016 postseason ban 43
- Academic issues expected to sideline St. John’s point guard for fall semester, maybe longer 7
- North Carolina announces receipt of Notice of Allegations from NCAA 3
- LSU’s ’25 is coming’ campaign doesn’t try to hide that they’re monetizing Ben Simmons 2
- Looking Forward: Catching up on the American’s offseason 1
- Five-star center Caleb Swanigan has committed to Purdue 8
- There’s only one way the NCAA gets UNC investigation wrong: a 2016 postseason ban (43)
- Four men’s teams banned from 2016 postseason due to APR scores (10)
- Academic issues expected to sideline St. John’s point guard for fall semester, maybe longer (7)
- Report: Class of 2016 four-star wing considering college among playing options for next season (5)
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10:00AM-4:00PM
OCT 5 & 6, 2019
Instructor: Heather Wilcoxon
This first day we will be using Aqua Water based inks, which are easy to clean up and fun to use in monoprinting. We will be painting on plexiglass plates, using brayers, and brushes, which will be transferred through the press onto your paper. In the first hour, we will introduce ourselves to each other. I will go through the rules using the etching presses, as well as ripping paper and wetting paper, how to use the inks and other information that I feel is important. Next I will do several demos on the printing process and answer any questions. After all that introduction the fun will start. Make as many prints as you want. The first few we will use one color only just to get used to the process. Throughout the day I will do several more demos and talk about what you will be doing on the second day.
The second day will incorporate Photo Transfers using Gum Arabic and oil based inks. Basically, we will be transferring images on top of some of your prints done the day before. I will demonstrate this process several times as well as work with you individually. We will be using black and white Xerox images with Gum Arabic and oil based inks. I will supply the xerox images. Or if you want to bring your own images from drawings OR photos you can. The images must be high contrast with no grays as well as not from your computer. They must be Xerox images from toner machines.
This is a magical process that I have used in my own work. You will love it!
Materials List Available HERE.
Materials fee $20 payable to instructor at start of class.
To register for this class please call (707) 938-4626 x1
Heather Wilcoxon has been a working artist for over 30 years. She has taught monoprinting, drawing, and painting at San Francisco Art Institute, UC Berkeley Extension, Kala Institute, College of Marin and CCA. She is currently represented by Jack Fischer Gallery in San Francisco and Studio E in Seattle. She was awarded the Distinguished Women in the Arts award by the Fresno Art Museum which includes a 6 month one person show in 2019.


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Chris Delatorre (WINGS) reports on the International Conference on Social Media for Good, linking the Post-2015 Agenda and the concept of diffuse collaboration to a new framework for distributed social networking. “If diffuse reciprocity represents the exchange of items of nonequivalent value, then distributed social technology is the best substrate for realizing a system in which every contribution, large and small, is recognized within a greater ecosystem of social reality and practice, and met with gratitude.”
Brad Smith (Foundation Center) and Helena Monteiro (WINGS) led a recent session on data at the Ford Foundation that looked at how current projects like the Global Philanthropy Data Charter can help give an accurate picture of development progress. Angela Hariche, Foundation Center’s director of international data relations, reports.
It will be interesting to see if the Un-Survey lives up to this expectation, but at this early stage it seems a great example of an effort to expand participation, transparency, and accountability since anyone can ask a question, vote on those questions already asked, and help inform the direction of not just the web design, but ultimately of answers and knowledge to be shared. Article by Janet Camarena.
The latest in our web series, Road to Istanbul: A journey through networked philanthropy, considers the WINGS global network as a complex system of stars, and how we might use this metaphor to think about new collaborations.
As priorities are redefined, the question of how philanthropic organisations can contribute to the advancement of the post-2015 agenda becomes an increasingly pressing issue. This webinar with the EFC, Ford Foundation, OECD netFWD, and UNDP follows up on current discussions about the role these organisations can play in supporting development efforts. Watch now.
As we look beyond the 2015 deadline for achieving the UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) the sector continues to refine its priorities accordingly. There are many ways to look at how individuals and organisations can contribute, one of which considers the growing urban landscape.
The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were at the heart of discussions on 27 September, as various stakeholders met at the Ford Foundation in New York to discuss how philanthropies and their civil society partners can contribute to the future development agenda, to be renewed in 2015.


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THE MEDICAL Council of Thailand will assign a team of seven doctors next week to examine Phra Dhammachayo, abbot of Dhammakaya Temple, if the monk gives his consent and allows the team to make details of their diagnosis public, council president Dr Somsak
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha yesterday ordered an investigation into the alleged involvement of the United Front of Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) after former UDD guards have reportedly been seen inside Dhammakaya Temple, which has put up barbed wire and other defences around the temple compound.
The premier said precautionary measures would be taken to prevent a repeat of the 2010 violent clash between protesters and law enforcement as the abbot refuses to hear charges against him brought by the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) on money-laundering and related charges.
The government is worried there could be dangerous incidents because a large number of disciples believe the abbot is innocent, while the DSI has evidence to prosecute the monk on charges of money laundering and receiving ill-gotten wealth in connection with a bankrupt savings cooperative.
Prayut said the government has to ensure the safety of everyone in the compound, where supporters have set up checkpoints controlling the flow of people. According to the premier, there are an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 people inside the temple, and if anyone is injured there will be serious consequences.
A doctor who treated Phra Dhammachayo earlier submitted a request to the Medical Council of Thailand to send medical specialists to diagnose the monk, since the DSI and other authorities need verification about the monk’s deep vein thrombosis condition.
In response, council president Somsak said the professional grouping would only be involved if there is written consent from the monk for the council to examine him and he allows them to make the details of the diagnosis public.
Somsak said two members of the council and five other specialists would be assigned to verify the monk’s condition premised on a previous diagnosis.
Pol Colonel Paisit Wongmuang, director-general of the DSI, said an independent medical verification is needed before authorities could determine if they have to formally deliver the charges inside the temple, since an earlier statement on the abbot’s condition issued by a nearby hospital is invalid.
If Phra Dhammachayo is seriously ill and there is sufficient medical reason for him to remain at the temple, the DSI could enter the temple to serve charges, Paisit said, adding that if the monk does not allow an independent medical verification then there is no other choice but to enter the compound.
Meanwhile, supporters have put up a large sign at one of the Pathum Thani compound’s entrances, which says the temple is for prayers and not affiliated with any political groups, in response to the reports about former UDD guards.
About 300 monks from Nakorn Ratchasima and nearby provinces also visited the temple yesterday to show moral support for Phra Dhammachayo.

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Attending to know totally different existence is a vital motivation to journey. And 77%* of Brazilian vacationers agree with this assertion, in line with a current survey performed by Reserving.com. Leaving the hectic lifetime of the cities or the coastal landscapes of the nation seeking nation experiences might be an effective way to expertise these different methods of life. Many cities within the inside of Brazil have a construction for vacationers to get to know their rural sights. With this in thoughts, Reserving.com has chosen six ideally suited locations for these on the lookout for a visit stuffed with countryside, regional delicacies and numerous excursions.
The land of Jorge Amado, the place the creator spent his childhood and used as inspiration for a number of of his works, Ilhéus is well-known for the cultivation of cocoa. The vacation spot is positioned on the coast of Bahia, south of Salvador. For these trying to enterprise into rural tourism, Ilhéus is a good possibility as it’s doable to go to a number of cocoa farms, find out about your complete cocoa manufacturing course of and style – and take house – the delights produced there , akin to chocolate, liqueurs, honey, jams and jellies. There’s even an annual pageant devoted to cocoa and derivatives within the metropolis. An ideal possibility for lodging within the vacation spot is Pousada dos Hibiscus, which has the Sustainable Journey seal from Reserving.com.
Bom Jardim da Serra, St. Catherine
The gateway to the Serra Catarinense, Bom Jardim da Serra is understood for its canyons, viewpoints and waterfalls. Other than the pure magnificence, additionally it is a vacation spot possibility for these on the lookout for rural excursions. It’s doable, for instance, to remain in agricultural lodges within the area and have an much more immersive expertise within the countryside. Fazenda Santa Rita Turismo Rural gives eco-friendly horse driving in addition to agricultural actions in lovely grounds with a backyard and lake. Lodge Fazenda Rota dos Cânions has a country and cozy type and gives meals ready with contemporary merchandise from the farm, in addition to actions akin to horse driving and quad and bike excursions.
São Roque de Minas, Minas Gerais
For these keen about cheese, it’s value visiting São Roque de Minas, the place many producers of the standard Serra da Canastra cheese are concentrated, acknowledged as Brazilian Intangible Cultural Heritage by Iphan and which might solely be produced with this model in seven municipalities. within the nation. area. A superb possibility is to go to native farms, be taught extra in regards to the cheese manufacturing course of and style the delicacies produced there. For individuals who like ecotourism and journey sports activities, it’s doable to go to Serra da Canastra Nationwide Park and its waterfalls. lodging possibility is Pousada Caminho da Serra.
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Along with being a part of the Águas Paulista Circuit as a consequence of its pure sources, Serra Negra is positioned in Serra da Mantiqueira and is appropriate for individuals who take pleasure in espresso, cheeses and wines, with vacationer routes devoted to the merchandise, along with cachaças. . The area’s farms and wineries produce artisanal drinks and meals and open their doorways for vacationers to pattern delicacies and be taught extra about their historical past and manufacturing. For individuals who go together with the household, it’s doable to take a journey on the Maria Fumaça practice and get to know a very powerful factors of the town. Serra Negra’s summer time and winter festivals are additionally value attending, with dwell music, gastronomy, recreation and craft reveals. In your keep, a tip is Lodge Fazenda Vale da Cachoeira.
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One other vacation spot within the Serra Catarinense, the Coxilha Rica area is positioned within the municipalities of Lages, Capão Alto and Panel. The place is superb for these on the lookout for rural tourism and is notable for livestock, soy and timber manufacturing. The area gives a number of driving alternatives, together with trails of as much as per week. Additionally it is value visiting the farms, attempting the meals – such because the scrumptious mountain cheeses – and the native wines, in addition to outside actions to train or chill out whereas admiring the pure surroundings. For lodging, a sign is the Boqueirão Lodge Fazenda, positioned in Lages, the place you’ll be able to go mountain climbing, biking, fishing and observe numerous sports activities.
A perfect northeast vacation spot for these fascinated with rural sights, Gravatá can be good for these on the lookout for nature sports activities akin to mountain climbing, climbing and abseiling or conventional avenue events. Regardless of being positioned within the inside of Pernambuco, it’s identified for its milder local weather. Among the many rural actions supplied on the vacation spot are horse driving and equestrian trails, visits to flower manufacturing websites and lodging or excursions in agricultural lodges, with typical meals and call with the animals raised there. Considered one of these lodging choices is the Lodge Portal de Gravatá, which serves regional delicacies and gives an entire leisure construction.
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Are you worried that video game violence can lead to real life violence? Maybe you should be. Here's a PSA.
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Licking Soil & Water is a Certified Local Sponsor for the Ohio Department of Agriculture's 2020 Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP).
Soil & Water receive funds from Clean Ohio to preserve farmland under the Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP). As of December 2020, the LAEPP program will not be accepting applications due to decreased funding from the Clean Ohio fund for 2021.
We anticipate the program to be fully funded in 2022. Looking ahead, there are items that can be discussed and steps that can be taken by landowners to prepare for the 2022 application process.
To be considered for permanent protection, the farm must remain in agriculture production in perpetuity. Selected farms must be at least 40 acres, actively engaged in farming, participate in the Current Agricultural Use Valuation (CAUV) program, demonstrate good stewardship of the land, have the support of their local government and not lay directly in the path of development.
For more information about how to prep for a future application, Briana Hodgson at email@example.com.
Licking Soil & Water assists Licking County landowners in preserving and protecting their land from development.We work with landowners to:
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On Wednesday, the White House made President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump’s personal donation to relief efforts for Hurricane Harvey victims official.
In a statement, they detailed specifically where the money would go — and they’re some wonderful organizations.
The first couple are donating a grand total of $1 million to 12 separate organizations, all with varying amounts. The president and first lady had asked members of the White House Press Corps for a list of charities to potentially donate to after Harvey struck parts of Texas and Louisiana.
The Trumps are donating $300,000 each to the Red Cross and Salvation Army, and $100,000 each to Reach Out America and Samaritan’s Purse. They will give $25,000 each to: Catholic Charities, the ASPCA, Direct Relief, Habitat for Humanity, the Houston Humane Society, Operation Blessing, Portlight Inclusive Disaster Strategies, and Team Rubicon.
“The president and first lady witnessed the work of some of these groups first hand while visiting with hurricane survivors, first responders, volunteers, and federal, state, and local officials, and are proud to further assist the recovery efforts in Texas,” the White House wrote.
“Several of the following organizations were recommended, at the invitation of the president, by members of the White House Press Corps, and he would like to thank those who made recommendations for their attention to this important cause,” the statement said. “The president and first lady continue to pray for the people of Texas and Louisiana.”
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Just as significant, though, is that attitude that Jenkins brings to a group that was criticized roundly a year ago for everything from an inability to protect quarterback Geno Smith to a failure to consistently open holes for the running game.
This is a group that needs to repair some shattered confidence, and perhaps Jenkins is the guy to help do that.
"I try to go out there with a little intensity to me,'' Jenkins said. "I've been here for a while. I've been that kid who was not as physical and I've been that kid who didn't know the plays and I've been the kid that was messing up before.
"You've got to have a passion when you're out there. I hate losing. I want to be the best, and I feel like everyone who is playing with me and next to me on our line should feel the same way. You have to work hard on every play and that's what we try to get out of each other.''
So far, says Holgorsen, so good.
"Those first-level guys are doing good things. It's a lot easier now,'' Holgorsen said. "They block now, so it's a lot easier to run the ball and it's a lot easier to throw the ball.
"When the second guys get in there, it resembles a little bit what it was like a year ago. When you've got three guys coming through to the quarterback, it looks like crap. When you hand the ball off to the back and you've got people behind the block, it doesn't look very good. We go as the offensive line goes.''
Jenkins, of course, isn't going to step in and just pick up where he left off a year ago when he crumpled to the ground on the first series of the spring game. He's spent much of the last year rehabilitating the knee and now has to work back into shape, both football shape and otherwise. But he's taken the first steps.
So what did he lose in a year of not playing?
"That's a good question. I don't think I lost a lot,'' said Jenkins, who said he was so nervous about starting spring practice that he didn't get to sleep until 7 a.m. the day drills began. "You don't lose your footwork. You don't lose your attitude. You have to fine- tune it and get it back, but you don't lose it. You lose some strength in your leg, but you can always get that back.
"You just have to understand it takes time. But I still have a long time until September when I have to be where I need to be strength-wise.''
Reach Dave Hickman at 304-348-1734 or dphickm...@aol.com or follow him at Twitter.com/dphickman1.


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On Monday, May 27th, we celebrate the men and women who gave their lives for our country. Interestingly, the holiday used to be called Decoration Day, and it has been (officially) around since 1966. It always falls on the last Monday in May, and almost everything is be closed for business that day.
Veterans showed an enormous amount of personal strength and responsibility. It was a burden that very few other people shared and continue to share today. When you’re thinking about responsibility in your own life, it is daunting to think about taking on such a burden. Here are some ways, both estate-planning-related and not, to celebrate this Memorial Day.
The National Moment of Remembrance
Though President Johnson officially declared Memorial Day a federal holiday in 1966, the practice of remembrance dates back to the 1860s. It was mainly celebrated by the northern states at first, as the southern states did not want to honor their dead Confederate soldiers on the same day as Union soldiers.
That changed after WWI, as the holiday shifted to honoring those killed in WWI, which included citizens from the North and the South. WWI killed over 53,000 Americans, while WWII killed nearly 300,000. The wars after that, combined, took around 110,000 lives.
The National Moment of Remembrance is a Memorial Day tradition that has been around since 2001. It takes place at 3 P.M. on Memorial Day, and it is a nationwide, shared moment of silence for the lives lost during America’s wars.
Do Something Community-Oriented (However Small)
War, in the end, is about division. A world divided goes to war, and celebrating community is somewhat of an antidote to that. Whether it’s picking up litter in your community, helping an elderly neighbor, or donating to a community organization, we can all do something small to appreciate one another.
Red Poppy Flowers
Another interesting Memorial Day tradition is that of red poppy flowers. Once again, this tradition dates back to Civil War times. After the Civil War, General John Logan, who oversaw what was left of the military at the time, ordered flowers placed on the graves of all soldiers, Union and Confederate, who died in the war.
It wasn’t until post-WWI when red poppies became the flower associated with fallen soldiers. The red poppy tradition came from John McCrae’s poem, In Flanders Field. McCrae wrote the poem in 1915 in the aftermath of the Second Battle of Ypres. The poppy was the only flower to bloom on the battlefields during that time, and so it became the flower for fallen veterans.
Take Responsibility in Your Own Life
It is overwhelming to think about the enormous responsibility that these soldiers showed, and it is difficult to compare such sacrifice to our own lives. When thinking about ways to take responsibility in your own life, consider planning for your future. Set up an estate plan that details what you want from your healthcare and finances. Make sure you include asset protection. This will not only protect your future; it will help your family as well. They will be spared the turmoil of probate court after you pass on.
For Your Kids’ Future, Too
Consider your kids’ future. Education is a predictor of how well a society, as a whole, will do, and a college or trade school education sets someone on the right path to success. Use an IRS 529 plan to help save for your kids’ college. The plan is tax-advantaged, and it is a way to get a head start on your kids’ future.
Thousands of soldiers have died for this country throughout the years. It was the Civil War that took the most lives, with World War II following right after. War is a terrible thing, and the sacrifices that our veterans made to keep us safe should never be forgotten. This Memorial Day, remember the lives of veterans through observing tradition and taking responsibility in your own life and for your own future.


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So happens that the Finnell location also serves as Centennial HQ, and, according to LoopNet, it's up for sale at an undisclosed asking price. As our Maria Halkias noted last month, the company has been offloading many of its properties and leasing them back to make some fast cash.
Centennial execs wouldn't comment this morning on what the inventory liquidation means for the 76-year-old company; messages have been passed to the company's higher-ups.
Turns out, Centennial was close to finding its savior as recently as a week ago: Goody Goody's president Joe Jansen says this morning that his locally based chain of liquor stores was "within hours" of sealing the deal to acquire Centennial.
"We had all the legal work done," he says. "My lawyers, the bankers had everything ready. But we pulled the plug on it last Monday. It didn't feel right."
Jansen offers several reasons why he stepped away from the deal, among them a concern about "the damage" done to the brand name in recent months.
As Maria wrote earlier, many of Centennial's stores -- which include Big Daddy's and Majestic outlets -- are way behind on paying their taxes, and many have landed on the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission's don't-sell-or-deliver-to list. And some of the stores on that list have been shuttered in recent weeks, among them the Big Daddy's at Marsh and Walnut Hill. The shelves at the other locations are next to empty. I went into the Centennial at Lovers Lane and the Dallas North Tollway last week, and a clerk there said they haven't received deliveries in weeks. The best bourbon left was a single bottle of 100-proof bottled-in-bond Old Grand-Dad.
"Their sales are down substantially -- obviously, you don't have anything to sell," says Jansen. "And they were plummeting through October and November because it got worse; they kept shedding customers. I just didn't feel putting inventory back in those stores meant that all those customers were going to snap back like a rubber band. And we were concerned about the business model: It's old for Dallas, kind of a 7-Eleven approach. Goody Goody's always had some big stores, especially our new ones, but with Spec's and Total Wine, it's getting to be a different picture, so we weren't sure that model was correct going into the future."
Also, says Jansen, Goody Goody wouldn't have been able to take over Centennial's liquor license for another 30 to 45 days.
Maria wrote in November that Centennial was acquired two years ago by an investor group led by Doug Miller, chairman and chief executive off local natural-gas-producing Exco Resources Inc. Since then, of course, Centennial's faced a number of new competitors, chief among them Spec's and Total Wine & More (which opened near Centennial's Walnut Hill-and-N. Central Expressway location).
We're awaiting comment from Centennial execs. But Jansen says Goody Goody's could-have-been acquisition of the company "was their last hope. Looks to me that way."

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Local TD, Denis Naughten has welcomed a reform of the disabled driver parking permit scheme which will dramatically reduce the fraudulent use of such permits.
The new changes come into law on 1st June and will also increase the size & availability of some disabled parking bays, which will be of benefit to all road users.
Not only is the illegal use of disabled parking permits an important issue, but so too is the fact that such reserved parking spaces are regularly being used illegally by able-bodied drivers.
Drivers who use wheelchairs are particularly dependent on these spaces. It is therefore important that people remember that illegal parking, even for a short period, causes great inconvenience and even hardship” concluded Denis Naughten.
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Published on Monday 11th April 2011
Varadkar revamps Disabled Parking Permits
Transport Minister Leo Varadkar has overhauled the Disabled Parking Permits Scheme with a view to increasing the availability of disabled parking bays for those who need them most.
The revamp follows a comprehensive review of the existing scheme, carried out in association with the Irish Wheelchair Association and the Disabled Drivers’ Association.
Speaking today Minister Varadkar said…
This is the most significant and positive shake-up of the Disabled Parking Scheme since it began 12 years ago. The new changes will introduce tangible, practical improvements in the way the scheme operates. It will reduce the fraudulent use of permits, give new powers to local authorities and, most importantly, make sure that more specific disabled parking bays are available to those who need them most
Key changes include:
Changing the medical eligibility criteria for the Disabled Person’s Parking permit;
New measures to reduce the fraudulent use of permits;
An increase in the size of some types of parking bays;
The introduction of new types of disabled parking bays;
Giving powers to local authorities to introduce time restricted parking spaces;
New set-down and pick-up only disabled spaces.
The Minister has signed the necessary Regulations to bring in the changes on 1st June 2011