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Politician says Russia vs Mexico football game will be interesting to watchSport June 23, 21:11
Kyrgyz president sees revival of relations with Russia as major result of his tenureWorld June 23, 20:49
Ex-premier says initiative to impeach Poroshenko stems from Ukraine’s economy collapseWorld June 23, 20:20
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Ukrainian society tired of Poroshenko’s policy — expertRussian Politics & Diplomacy June 23, 17:58
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MOSCOW, March 24. /TASS/. Russia and Israel have agreed flights of Russian airlines Ural Airlines and Ikar from Zhukovsky airport in the Moscow Region to Tel Aviv, Russia’s Transport Minister Maksim Sokolov told TASS, adding that the flights are planned for the summer season of 2017.
"Two Russian air carriers - Ural Airlines and Ikar - plan flights from Zhukovsky to Tel Aviv during IATA’s (International Air Transport Association) summer-2017 season (the shift to the summer schedule is in end-March - TASS). As of now it has been agreed with Israel’s aviation authorities that those carriers will be granted permits to perform flights in accordance with submitted applications," the Minister said.
According to Sokolov, Israeli airlines have no plans to fly from Tel Aviv to Zhukovsky. "Israeli air carriers have not manifested a desire to fly to Zhukovsky from Tel Aviv," he said.


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AMD had announced its latest Radeon RX 5700 & 5700 XT graphics card offerings in its keynote at Computex 2019. It marks the company’s entry into the mid to high tier ranges of GPUs. The video cards were made in response to NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 20 series GPUs with a better price to performance value. AMD officially launched the cards on 7th July and finally released the official Indian pricing after the surprise price slash.
Team green’s Ray Tracing enabled cards featured flagship (from the 2080Ti and 2080) to the upper mid range (2070 and 2060) GPUs; unfortunately, the aforementioned PC components also carried a hefty price for the new technology [...]
AMD had announced its latest offerings of graphics card in Computex 2019 in May. The Radeon RX 5700 series was set to take on NVIDIA’s RTX series graphics card by undercutting it in terms of price. However, NVIDIA had just unveiled its own trump card, with the RTX SUPER series which was teased after AMD’s Computex keynote. The latest RTX SUPER cards feature a noticeable bump in performance at a reasonable price tag; so why would gamers go with team red (AMD) cards if they can get a cheaper similarly performing team green (NVIDIA).
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Kremlin spokesman shrugs off cabinet shake-up rumors as ‘usual fun and games’Russian Politics & Diplomacy January 20, 18:17
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“We have reached an agreement with several NATO countries to organise direct supplies of modern weapons to help us defend ourselves and win. We count only on ourselves but financial and military technical assistance is critically important. And we will get it,” Poroshenko said.
Presidential adviser Yuri Lutsenko said that at its recent summit in Wales, NATO had agreed to send its military instructors and supply modern weapons to Ukraine from the United States, France, Italy, Poland, and Norway.
Washington, Warsaw and Oslo immediately denied that. Defense Ministry officials in Rome said Italy was considering supplying military gear to Ukraine, but only non-lethal types and in close coordination with NATO partners.
Paris declined to comment on possible arms supplies to Ukraine, saying that the source of information was unofficial.
Poroshenko also said that the OSCE mission monitoring the ceasefire in the south-east of Ukraine would soon be increased by 500 people.
“I hope that the diplomats’ efforts will bear fruit,” he said at a meeting with the military.
At the same time, he said that the army must be ready to defend the country, “We must not relax,” the president said.
“The Ukrainian army will change its defence tactics and strategy” by expanding cooperation with NATO, he said.


Chapter 34. Advanced Control for the Plant Floor
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Advanced process control (APC) is a fairly mature body of engineering technology. Its evolution closely mirrors that of the digital computer and its close cousin, the modern microprocessor. APC was born in the 1960s, evolved slowly and somewhat painfully through its adolescence in the 1970s, flourished in the 1980s (with the remarkable advances in computers and digital control systems, or DCSs), and reached maturity in the 1990s, when model predictive control (MPC) ascended to the throne of supremacy as the preferred approach for implementing APC solutions.
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Plus-Plus is a new kind of construction toy. Its one simple shape produces endless possibilities - assemble them flat to create a 2-D mosaic or work in 3-D to make more complicated structures. Even curves are possible thanks to the unique design of this deceptively simple shape!
This 150 piece pack comes with mix of different colors. Also includes a full-color, fold-out booklet with inspirations for your creations!
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5 Piece Knitted Baby Set : This pattern contains directions for the knitted, crochet and embroidery detail, set shown. As are most baby layettes, this is a cute little four piece set. Included are a jacket, cap, mittens and booties. Each have ribbing, ribbon ties and (optional) little embroidered rosebuds. The pattern is baby size 6 months. This knitting pattern is vintage 1940s from American Thread.
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All USB ports broken, windows xp Tags: Computer USB Components Last response: October 24, 2010 11:10 PM in Components Share Charlie_Money October 24, 2010 11:04:50 AM Hello I had a programme opened yesterday to test my webcam and all was working fine. I then unplugged the usb webcam and closed the programme and all the usbs stopped working. My wireless internet is a USB stick and this doesn't work My mouse is USB and this doesnt work My printer is connected by USB and this also doesnt work The computer doesnt seem to read that they are plugged in. I tested another mouse and this doesnt work. I cannot install any updates ect on the computer because I have to use the keyboad ti navigate around, without a mouse, and I also have no internet on the computer. I have a: Nvida GeForce FX 5500 Windows XP Home Edition 2002 Intel(R) Pentinum(R) 4CPU 3.20GHz 1.00 GB of RAM There are 2 USB slots on the front of the computer, and 4 on the back. I have tried: Unplugging them all and restarting the computer. Uninstalling the USBs on Device Manager The computer reinstalled them when I restarted the computer, but nothing happened. More about : usb ports broken windows popatim October 24, 2010 11:10:25 PM it sounds like the usb controller on the motherboard has been damaged. You can replace the motherboard or install a USB card. If you go the add-in card route, get one that has a power molex connector on it. I have a suspicion that you overloaded the motherboard controllers. Can't find your answer ? Ask ! Publish Related resources: ForumUsb ports do not work one broken - windows 7 ForumProblem with USB ports on a Acer TravelMate 4000 laptop ForumBroken usb 3.0 port Forumall usb ports not communicating ForumP4P800 Deluxe ... the 4 back USB ports are not functioning.. ForumDropped USB ports with Windows 7 ForumHow to disable specific usb ports in a windows xp 64 bit ForumUSB flash-drive broken , recover files help? ForumNonfunctional usb 2 ports ? ForumCan adding a PCMCIA (Card Bus) substitute for broken usb Ports on an Acer laptop ForumUSB ports randomly stop working during high system load ForumMy usb ports are not recognizing any devices in xp ForumAE2500 Not working on Back-end USB Ports , Working in front. ForumEthernet ports arent being detected in Windows 7 for GA-P55-UD4P Forum6300 fx vishera black edition ForumHow to install windows xp on asus e2200 laptop ForumAll my usb ports working while booting after some time it does not working Forum[Solved] Quick question bout sata ports on MB. ForumSystem upgrade for windows 7 ForumWhy did all my USb port die? More resources Read discussions in other Components categories Power supplies Sound cards NICs Akasa Antec Cooler Master Cougar DeepCool Enermax !


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Explore popular vacation packages for Palwancha, India and kick-start your vacation planning for free. This city is located in the close proximity of a major city Hyderabad, India. Hyderabad, is a worth visiting city owing to its prime attractions like Golconda Fort, Ramoji Film City, Charminar. Also, to reach Palwancha, you'll have to take a flight to Hyderabad; so its not really a detour. And even if it is, the city is worth paying at least a quick visit. Tour packages of Palwancha are of 1 to 2 days duration.
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Being a corporate leader is stressful. You need to manage your team while handling your other responsibilities.
Dealing with a variety of concerns can make handling your personal needs difficult. However, you must prioritize your mental health to be an effective leader.
Your team members model your behavior. This is why properly taking care of your personal needs has to be a daily goal.
The more effectively you manage your mental health, the more effectively your team will manage theirs. This increases engagement, productivity, and retention.
Implement these tips to maintain your mental health and be an effective corporate leader.
Take care of yourself throughout each day. This may include practicing mindfulness, eating healthy foods, and exercising. You also might turn to mentors, coaches, or peers for help maintaining balance, during especially stressful circumstances. Creating space for your own mental wellness helps you support mental wellness among your team.
Enforce your personal and professional boundaries. This includes what you and your team need to get done each day and how you plan to spend your time. Identifying what is non-negotiable reduces stress and helps your team move forward.
Deescalate Stressful Situations
Take a deep breath when you feel your stress level increasing. Then, step away from the situation to avoid further engagement. Next, give yourself time to calm down and objectively consider the circumstances and figure out a professional solution. After that, revisit the situation and work to resolve the issue. Repeat the process as needed.
Disconnect from Technology
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As the elders of the population age, there is an increased risk for certain health concerns such as Alzheimer’s disease, which attacks the brain’s ability to orient to time, place, or memory. Though the field of medicine has done much to advance their knowledge of the disease, there remains much more to be discovered. Now, early detection of this condition might be as simple as a blood test done during a routine doctor’s checkup.
Researchers now believe that this blood test, if done in a timely manner, can establish whether or not a person will have Alzheimer’s disease. While there is still no cure for the disease, there have been great advances in the implementation of medications that aid in slowing the disease’s progress. Early detection via a blood test intends to forewarn a patient of the likelihood that they will have the disease, so they will be able to to take preventative measures.
However, some concern has arisen over the subject as to its true ethical merit. Some feel that early detection will likely discourage a prospective patient if they know ahead of time that what they may be preparing to face is the soon onset of their own bout with Alzheimer’s disease. Given the nature of the disease and the fact that so far, nothing substantial can be done in order to help sufferers, there are those who fear that the knowledge will be largely counter intuitive to bringing about positive change.
Even the medications that are largely in use for the disease are mostly ineffective in halting the pathology. Most of the medications available are palliative at best. However, they do tend to at least alleviate symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, even if they lack the ability to completely reverse them all together.
As the sixth main cause of mortality in the United States, this means that upwards of 5 million Americans are afflicted with this condition. The field of medicine is demanding answers on behalf of all the lives it holds in its hands.This number is not set to decrease, but rather, to steadily increase as more of the population ages. This leaves physicians and family members alike with the need to know.
While some feel that prior knowledge can only work against a person’s emotional health, it is also an important factor for physicians to be able to consider on behalf of the patient in order to provide a greater continuance of care. The hope is, with early detection, more can be done on behalf of the patient when their mental faculties are finally compromised. The routine blood screenings would be a vital part to the medical record for the patient.
This means, that no matter where the patient winds up, any physician they seek care from will be able to access this information and treat them accordingly, without the usual hunt and peck that is associated with attempting to identify a patient who is confused and unable to communicate who they are or what is wrong. The blood test would put any confusion related to the care of the patient to rest. With regular screenings to determine the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, patients can now know and make informed decisions about their care while they still can.
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There are two main ways to apply for a permit to visit the Lakshadweep islands: online and offline.
Anyone who is not a native of the island may enter or remain on the islands or seek to enter or reside on the islands only with permission given by the relevant government.
To apply for a permit to visit Lakshadweep Islands, there are mainly two ways:
One needs to visit the ePermit portal (https://epermit.utl.gov.in/pages/signup), create an account and fill out the form with details.
One must choose their island and travel dates, upload any required documents and pay the fees. The permission is scheduled to arrive by e-mail 15 days before the trip.
The other way is to download the application form from the Lakshadweep Administration website, offline or get it from the District Collector’s office in Kavaratti.
Please fill out the form, attach the needed documents, and send it to the Collector's office. Prepare well for the second phase, which may take longer.
The costs 50 rupees per applicant, and the heritage charge is 100 rupees for minors aged 12 to 18. The heritage charge is 200 rupees for those above the age of 18.


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- The Library is primarily for the use of current members of Queens’ College. Old members are welcome to use the Library for reference purposes by appointment, as are visiting scholars and students from other Cambridge colleges who have a specific need.
- Drinks are allowed in the Library as long as they are within non-spillable containers (no open mugs). No food is allowed.
- Phone conversations are not allowed in any part of the Library, including the stairs and the lobby.
- As in all other parts of College, smoking is not allowed.
- Removing books that are not issued will be regarded as theft and attract disciplinary action.
- Books must not be marked and damage to books will incur the cost of replacement.
- The Library has a security system and readers are required to enter details of alarm incidents in a logbook at the Issue desk.
- Library desks cannot be reserved and may be cleared, especially at busy times, if left unattended for excessive periods.

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A recent Senate Committee on Finance hearing called the "Medicare Physician Payment Reform After Two Years: Examining MACRA Implementation and the Road Ahead" included representatives from the American Medical Association (AMA), American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), American College of Surgeons (ACS), American Medical Group Association (AMGA), and the Brookings Institution.
-What is MACRA & MIPS?-
MACRA was generally regarded as a positive direction for redirecting the system for how physicians are paid but there were calls for changes in the program.
MACRA is a landmark regulation that breathed new life into the value-based reimbursement transition. The program is tying a significant portion of Medicare payments to patient outcomes, care quality, and costs.
MIPS was generally viewed as burdensome. There were some calls for it to be completely eliminated.
John Cullen, MD, president of the American Academy of Family Physicians, testified that MIPS 'has created a burdensome and extremely complex program that has increased practice costs and is contributing to physician burnout.' Further, Cullen observed that "understanding the requirements and scoring for each MIPS performance category and reporting data to CMS is a complex task and detracts from physicians’ ability to focus on patients.”
Another statement was critical of MIPS achieving its set goals.
Research examining the structure of the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and experience with similar programs suggest that MIPS is unlikely to improve the quality or efficiency of patient care. But MIPS is creating substantial administrative costs.
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Man arrested after barricading himself inside residence, hours of negotiations, police say
An Elmira man was taken into custody after police say he barricaded himself inside a Dubois Street residence Tuesday afternoon following a report that he was destroying property inside.
Officers responded to the 600 block of Dubois Street around 2:30 p.m. Police said the caller had left the building and Stuart J. Spicer was inside alone. According to police, Spicer had an active felony warrant relating to a prior domestic incident.
As an officer approached the residence, police said it sounded as if the doors were being barricaded.
In response, authorities set up a perimeter and requested the assistance of Elmira Police Department Hostage Crisis Negotiators.
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"Due to known information and the unknown outcome of potential negotiations, members of the Elmira Police Department SWAT team were assembled in the event they were needed," a release from the police stated.
Negotiations between Spicer and police went on for several hours and were not successful, but police said he did make contact with family members.
According to police, "Less lethal tactical options were deployed, and this prompted Spicer to exit the residence on his own." No one was injured.
Spicer had an active arrest warrant for first-degree criminal contempt, a felony, and other lesser charges.
On Tuesday, Spicer was additionally charged with first-degree criminal contempt and resisting arrest.
The Elmira Police Department was assisted at the scene by members of the West Elmira Police Department, Chemung County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police and Erway Ambulance.
Anyone with information regarding this incident can contact the Elmira Police Department at 607-737-5626.
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New Delhi: The government today came out with draft rules for e-auction of 92 cancelled coal mines in the first phase, fixing a floor price of Rs 150 per tonne for sectors like steel, sponge iron, cement and captive power.
This paves way for auction and allotment of 204 coal blocks that were cancelled by the Supreme Court in September.
“In order to conduct the auction of coal mines in accordance with the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Ordinance, 2014 and the rules framed thereunder, the Authority (Nominated) is required to prepare a tender document.
“Accordingly, an Approach Paper to the tender document has been prepared for public consultation,” the government today notified.
The Coal Ministry has sought comments from stakeholders by December 22.
The government said coal mines shall be earmarked for different end-use sectors and allocated through a competitive bidding process of e-auction.
“The e-auction may be conducted on forward/reverse basis, depending on the end-use industry. Applications will be sought from intending companies in these sectors for pre-qualifications and only the top 50 per cent of the pre-qualified bidders… Will be allowed to submit their bids,” the Ministry said.
The government said there shall be two methods of bidding, namely Forward Bidding where specified end-use is production of iron and steel, generation of power for captive use and cement and Reverse Bidding where specified end-use is generation of power.
“The indicative price offer shall be bid price per tonne of the coal produced. Such bid price shall be above the floor price in case of forward bidding or below the ceiling price in case of reverse bidding. The floor price and ceiling price for the coal mine along with the methodology for fixing the same shall be included in the tender document,” it said.
Providing details of the methodology for auction of sectors like steel, sponge iron, cement, captive power etc, the government said, “The Intrinsic Value of the coal block will be calculated by computing its Net Present Value, based on the Discounted Cash Flow method. 10 per cent of the Intrinsic Value will be payable upfront.”
However, it added that the floor price shall not be less than Rs 150 per tonne.
On fixing the ceiling price for coal mines to be auctioned for power projects having cost-plus power purchase agreements, it said “a ceiling price of the prevailing CIL notified price for each coal mine will be fixed and the bidder will be mandated to quote lower than this ceiling price.”
“A fixed reserve price of Rs 100 per tonne of coal shall be payable, as per actual production by the mine allottee.”
For power plants having uncontracted capacity, the bidder shall be restricted to cap its “merchant capacity at 20 per cent of the installed power capacity linked to the alloted coal mine… The reserve price in such cases shall not (be) less than Rs 150 per tonne,” the Ministry said.


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Music Specials | Coming Soon
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Multi-award-winning, Grammy-nominated singer Ariana Grande performs tracks from her recent album Sweetener, accompanied by an all-female orchestra. This exclusive show, recorded live in front of a studio audience, also sees Ariana perform some of her biggest hits.
David Garret Unlimited: Live at the Arena Di Verona
Star violinist David Garrett celebrates his 10-year spectacular crossover programme with thousands of fans in the extraordinary atmosphere of the Arena di Verona. Thanks to his passion for music, he has succeeded in creating a completely new audience not only for crossover but also for classical music.
Pavarotti 10th Anniversary at the Arena Di Verona
Enjoy a star-studded event at the Verona Arena honouring the life of tenor Luciano Pavarotti, with touching performances from Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras and many others.
Across The Stars – Anne-Sophie Mutter Performs John Williams at Konigsplatz in Munich
Iconic composer John Williams conducts the Los Angeles Philharmonic and violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter for a magical evening at the premier Hollywood Bowl in California. The special program of music from their acclaimed album ‘Across the Stars’, features re-imagined versions of Williams’ memorable themes from Star Wars, Sabrina, Far and Away, Harry Potter, and many more.
Juan Diego Florez – Besame Mucho Live From Vienna
Peruvian star tenor Juan Diego Florez returns to his roots in Latin America with this recital from the acclaimed Wiener Konzerthaus concert hall in Vienna, Austria .
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Helene Fischer, the most successful German singer of our time, and the renowned Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in a Christmas show at Vienna’s Hofburg, dedicated to some of the most popular English Christmas carols and classics of all time –featuring Plácido Domingo, Ricky Martin and the Wiener Sängerknaben.
Avicii Tribute Concert at the Friends Arena in Stockholme
19 of the original singers on Avicii’s biggest tracks, including Aloe Blacc, Adam Lambert, Alex Ebert, Rita Ora and Joe Janiak came together with a 30-piece band to perform a two-hour headline set of his original music at the Friends Arena in Stockholm for the Avicii Tribute Concert for Mental Health Awareness.
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Gloria performs The Standards with the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra, led and conducted by Grammy®-Award nominee Shelly Berg at the renowned New World Center. Gloria’s signature and distinctively sultry contralto voice perfectly embraces some of the most recognizable and beloved tunes from past musical eras in this unforgettable, intimate performance.


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Earlier today, while speak on CNBC's “Squawk Box”, Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and the world’s second richest man, showed that like his friends Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger of Berkshire Hathaway, who were also present at this interview, he is not a fan of Bitcoin (BTC).
After hearing his friends Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger repeat their attacks on Bitcoin, this is what he had to say about Bitcoin and ICOs:
Bitcoin and ICOs, I agree completely,.. It's one of the crazier speculative things where as an asset class you, you are not producing anything and so you shouldn't expect it to go up… It's kind of a pure 'Greater Fool Theory' type investment… So I agree. I would short it if there was an easy way to do it.
Earlier in the interview, Charlie Munger had said this about Bitcoin:
Bitcoin is worthless artificial gold, which if succeeded, would sell to hit a lot of illicit activity… Now that is not something I think the world needs. And the fact that it is clever computer science doesn't mean that it should be widely used and that respectable people should encourage other people to speculate on it.
Bitcoin reminds me of Oscar Wilde's definition of fox hunting: 'the pursuit of the uneatable by the unspeakable'… I think it's a scumball activity.
When asked by the interviewer if it bothered him that Goldman Sachs — one of the companies Berkshire Hathaway is invested in — was setting up a Bitcoin trading desk, this is what Munger had to say:
Well, I don't expect every investment to agree with everything I think… They have a lot of animal spirits in investment banking.
Gates was also asked if he owned any bitcoin. He replied that someone once gave him some for his birthday, but a few years later, he decided to sell them.
However, when it came to Bitcoin’s underlying technology, Gates was much more positive:
There is some really good technology in terms of sharing databases, verifying transactions… that is talked about as blockchain. That is a good thing,
It could be argued that Gates’ comments about Bitcoin at this interview had to be negative because it would have been impolite to say anything else given that he was sitting next to Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger, the two men who had, a couple of days earlier, attacked Bitcoin at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual shareholder’s meeting.
However, it could also be argued that he was being more bullish about cryptocurrencies than on 7 February 2018, when he accused them of “causing deaths.” On that day, when asked on his sixth Reddit “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) session about his views on cryptocurrencies, this is what he had to say:
The main feature of cryptocurrencies is their anonymity. I don’t think this is a good thing…
The government’s ability to find money laundering and tax evasion… is a good thing.
Right now cryptocurrencies are used for buying fentanyl and other drugs so it is a rare technology that has caused deaths in a fairly direct way.


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There are a few ways that you can cut metal nails. The most common way is to use a metal cutting saw. You can also use a hacksaw or bolt cutter.
How To Cut Metal Nails
There are various ways that you can cut metal nails. One way is to use a hammer and chisel. Another way is to use a saw.
– a hacksaw – metal clippers
- Position the blade of the saw at the point where you want to cut the nail
- Using a hammer, drive the metal nail into a piece of wood
- Slowly move the saw back and forth along the length of the nail
-Using a metal saw to cut metal nails is the most efficient way to cut them. -If a metal saw is not available, a hacksaw can be used as well, but it will be more difficult. -If neither a metal saw nor a hacksaw is available, then the nails can be cut with a pair of pliers, but this will be very difficult and time consuming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Bolt Cutters Cut Nails?
Yes, bolt cutters can cut nails. They are designed to cut through metal objects, so they will have no problem cutting through a nail.
What Tool Can Cut A Nail?
There are many different types of tools that can cut a nail, including scissors, wire cutters, and bolt cutters.
What Can Bolt Cutters Not Cut Through?
Bolt cutters can’t cut through metal chains, locks, or bolts.
There are many ways to cut metal nails. The most common way is to use a hacksaw.


Oslo, Norway – The Grand Final of the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest, Europe’s largest and most favorite music TV show, is over. 20 countries that qualified from the semi-finals were joined by the big four (United Kingdom, Spain, France and Germany) and the last year’s winner and host country Norway. With so many brilliant solo performers and bands on one stage, it was impossible to predict the outcome of the contest. Check out our first impressions from Oslo!
- Safura from Azerbaijan has opened the Final. Though the first act is always the hardest for any performer, Azerbaijani singer was confident on stage. Her song, Drip Drop, received warm reception from the hall.
- The audience has seen Daniel Diges on the Telenor Arena’s stage for the first time as Spain is one of the pre-qualified countries. Daniel demonstrated great vocal ability and artistry. Unfortunately, midway through the performance, somebody from the audience got on the stage and Spanish act had to be re-performed.
- Next in line was Norway. Understandably, the hall exploded into cheers welcoming a host county’s entry. Didrik Solli-Tangen performed a piano and orchestra backed ballad My Heart is Yours. The song’s culmination was accompanied by pyrotechnic effects and numerous Norwegian banners waiving in the air. That was a very warmly emotional moment.
- It was difficult for Sunstroke Project & Olia Tira to perform after the host country. But Moldova’s entry again electrified the audience with their dance floor anthem Run Away. Every person on stage, from the violinist and sax man to lead singers and backing dancers were really cool on stage.
- Then Jon Lillygreen & The Islanders from Cyprus appeared on stage. The international band looked as simple and relaxed as they were during the second semi-final. It was great listening to their upbeat Life Looks Better in Spring song again.
- Time for rock! Vukašin Brajić from Bosnia & Herzegovina wearing his lucky red jacket gave Oslo the powerful performance of his Thunder and Lighting.
- Tom Dice is not afraid of chasing his dreams. The guy with his guitar, without any props or expensive visuals, once again wowed the audience of 18,000. His performance was so sweet that his voice seemed to linger in the air after he finished.
- Now it’s Milan Stankovic from Serbia taking the stage. He was remembered from the first semi-final for his eccentric outfits and in-your-face hairstyle. Milan was wearing the same costume and his performance went down well in the hall.
- The next act was a dramatic opposite. Belarusian band 3+2 were very official and classic in their dresses and used maroon drapes as a backdrop. Their vocal performance was just brilliant.
- Next in line was one of this year’s favorite. Niamh Kavanagh wearing her posh long purple dress definitely gave one of the most powerful vocal performances so far. The crowd erupted into rapturous applause when she finished singing.
- After two ballads in a row, Giorgos Alkaios & Friends from Greece moved the arena with their enthno-pop song Opa. The band had impressive stage presence and used lots pyrotechnics to accentuate the joyous party feel from their song.
- Another pre-qualifier, the UK, was represented by the 19-year-old Josh Dubovie with his pop song That Sounds Good to Me. The audience received the performance very enthusiastically.
- Sofia Nizharadze from Georgia who convincingly qualified from the second semi-final was even better at the Final. Gorgeous and vocally strong, she gave a very soulful performance of Shine. The dramatic effect was magnified by outstanding choreography.
- The leading Turkish pop rock band maNga gave no break to the audience. With their energetic We Could Be the Same, they kept the hall clapping and dancing all the way through their performance.
- Next was Julia Pasha from Albania. She didn’t let the audience to catch breath with her stomping It’s All About You.
- Hera Björk from Iceland continued synthpop theme with her hot and danceable Je Ne Sais Quoi. Hera was loudly received as she appeared in the spotlight. The singer kept the arena galvanized to the very end of her fascinating performance.
- Now it was Alyosha’s turn to take the stage. The way she gave her dramatic Sweet People got the audience at the second semi-final. The Ukrainian singer was as remarkable at the Final, too. Everyone in the stadium was standing holding their breath!
- Another pre-qualifier, France, sent a very charismatic singer, Jessy Matador, to compete in the Final. With their soccer fever inspired Allez Olla Ole, Jessy, his dancers and backing singers immediately created a wild summer party feel in the hall.
- Paula Seling & Ovi from Romania set the stage on fire again. They used more pyrotechnic effects than anyone at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. That is, obviously, to fit the vibes of their hot Playing with Fire act.
- Peter Nalitch & Friends took the stage to bring some melancholy, thought and theatrical satire to the stage in Oslo. The band’s performance was warmly received.
- Eva Rivas used lots of visuals to impress the audience and viewers. There was an animated apricot stone, out of which apricot tree was growing, and waterfall on stage. Armenian entry was warmly welcomed by the Telenor Arena.
- The 19-year-old overnight German star, Lena, represented the country in the Final. She was talked about as one of the favorites of this year’s show. Her performance was simple but very vibrant and quite convincing.
- The next in line was Filipa Azevedo from Portugal. She used a sea purple shades a backdrop and her performance was as impressive as it was in the semi-final.
- Portugal was followed by Harem Skaat from Israel. The audience heard another soulful ballad. Apart from his brilliant vocal prowess, Harem has one of the most beautiful smiles among male participants this year.
- The last act in this exciting megaphone of 25 songs was the Danish due Chanée & N’evergreen with their catchy pop song In A Moment Like This. With the wind machine and spectacular props, the due looked glamorous and made a remarkable finish of the whole show.
The Final was watched by over 120 million TW viewers from 45 countries across the world. The voting started at the beginning of the show and continued all through the end. The announcement of results was different from the scheme that was used at the semi-finals. Each country announced its votes in the order that was previously determined by a draw. The absolute winner was Germany! Turkish rock band maNga captured the second place. And, quite unexpectedly, Romanian duo finished the third.
Here is the top ten of the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest:


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The Federal Government of Ethiopia didn’t sideline the people of Tigray from federal government ministerial positions and has no intention to do so in the future, said Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia.
He made the response this afternoon responding to a Member of Parliament at the session broadcasted live on the state broadcaster – ETV. Responding to an allegation that Tigray officials are being sacked from federal government posts. Prime Minister Abiy noted that his administration didn’t and has no intention at all to sideline the people of Tigray from federal government senior posts.
There are still over ten state ministers and officials who are from Tigray, according to PM Abiy. One minister is sacked from a position…But the number of people Tigray is still the same …He stressed that Prosperity Party is the legal inheritor of the dissolved ruling coalition Ethiopian Peoples’ Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF). Likewise he said, in Tigray Region because TPLF has the majority vote, TPLF is the ruling party.
He also indicated that had Prosperity Party considered the TPLF as an opposition, it has the right to appoint any other person for any position. But he said, there is no intention by Prosperity Party to sideline the TPLF from the federal government senior positions.
The allegations of deliberate sidelining of people from Tigray region from federal high ranking positions has been circulating over the past few days after he recently sacked the Minister of Trade of Ethiopia who was from Tigray Region.
After the EPRDF, which was the brain child of the TPLF, has elected the reformist Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed from Oromo ethnic group about two years ago, TPLF has been acting as an opposition party within the coalition almost criticizing every decision of Abiy’s regime. Abiy who admitted engagement of the ruling coalition in terrorist activity and apologized immediately after taking the office, has began cracking the old TPLF dominated regime, which he characterized today as era of state capture, which is the major causes for most of the problems Ethiopia is facing today.
When the EPRDF formed the Prosperity Party dissolving three of the four members of the coalition, (TPLF) has decided to isolate itself from the Prosperity. Following that TPLF, has launched a new ‘forces of federalist’ involving similar minded hardliners from different ethnic groups.
As the country is preparing to hold its general election sometime this year (around July 2020 tentative schedule), Prosperity Party, the opposition coalition known as, EZema led by Dr. Berhanu Nega, the in the making hardliners and ethnic politics promoters front that includes the TPLF, Oromo Federalist Congress, which is recently joined by the popular Oromo activist Jawar Mohammed, are expected to be the three major competitors.


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I feel like I should start by explaining my mindset while reading this book. It is the first ‘normal’ book I have read in a long time. I seem to have been reading thrillers for a while so when I started this book, I kept waiting for someone to die or get murdered or something. So it took me a little bit of time to get into the style of writing and get it in my head that no one was going to be kidnapped.
I have to say that to start with, I felt like this book was a love letter to Prague. That the characters were the vessels for Isabelle to declare her adoration of the city. As someone who prefers plot to scenery, I found this a bit off-putting, but I gave it a chance. By the end of this book, I was looking up cheap holidays to Prague for December. I will be taking this book with me to see how it matches up to the real thing (who needs a guidebook).
I did like the different stories in this book and how the characters interacted with each other and influenced each other’s thoughts. I felt this was brilliantly realistic because I am affected by the people around me, and different perspectives can inform how I view my situation. I’m going to be honest; I found the Megan and Ollie story didn’t hold my interest as much as the other two stories. I knew where it was going and I did enjoy the journey to get to it, but I wish it was told from Ollie’s perspective as Megan just irritated me at some points. But not enough to stop me from reading.
I felt this book was a 3-star read until it got to the end. That twist and the sheer emotion that was evoked in the end scenes on the bridge took my breath away. I have only ever cried at three books in my life. But that bridge scene and the letter brought me to tears. Wow. Isabelle has created a scene that provokes such a visceral reaction from the reader. For that reason alone this book was brilliant. It could totally be a film that I would go and see. I will definitely be reading more from this author.
I recommend this to anyone that fancies visiting Prague or wants to learn more about the city, and people that are looking for a book that will make you feel a staggering amount of emotion.


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CyrusOne has become the latest colocation giant to set out plans to cut the carbon emissions generated by its global datacentre portfolio.
The company, which operates more than 50 datacentres across the world, has publicly committed to becoming a carbon-neutral organisation by 2040 to ensure the continued growth of the business does not come at the expense of the environment.
To this point, CyrusOne said it plans to ramp up the amount of renewable energy it uses to power its facilities, while embarking on a series of sustainability-focused equipment upgrades across its existing sites, while ensuring any new builds are designed with energy efficiency in mind.
“As CyrusOne expands into new markets, the company is focused on purchasing renewables, leveraging green power and integrating sustainable design components for all facilities,” the organisation said in a statement outlining its pledge.
“At existing locations, CyrusOne is strategically evaluating upgrades and technologies that reduce carbon intensity and add renewable power to the grid, while remaining cost-effective to meet customers’ needs.”
These initiatives will be followed up with the publication of CyrusOne’s first ever Sustainability report in October 2020, the company confirmed.
It has already made some steps towards improving the sustainability of its operations, with the company confirming in 2019 that its three London datacentres are running exclusively on renewable energy, as part of a push to meet the infrastructure requirements of its customers in a more sustainable way.
To this point, Bruce Duncan, president and CEO of CyrusOne, said the 2040 carbon-neutral pledge is also a show of its commitment towards helping its customers improve the sustainability of their operations too.
“Making a pledge to become carbon neutral within the next 20 years is an important milestone in our mission to increase our global sustainability efforts, and help customers toward their sustainability goals,” he said.
“We recognise sustainability as a company-wide priority and are working to reduce our environmental footprint.”
News of CyrusOne’s carbon reduction commitment follows on from the announcement by fellow colocation Digital Realty in May 2020 about its plans to double-down on sustainability by embarking on a wide-ranging body of work geared towards cutting its emissions by 2030.
In Digital Realty’s case, it plans to follow the United Nations-backed Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTI), which will see it set a series of sustainability goals geared towards reducing its carbon emissions to levels needed to keep global warming below 2°C, from pre-industrial levels.
The datacentre sector, as a whole, has found its use of renewables and sustainability track-record come under close scrutiny in recent years from regulators, lobbyists and governments, out of concern about the toll its growth is having on the environment.
This, in turn, has seen hyperscale cloud firms, internet service providers and colocation firms all make public commitments to power their facilities using sustainable sources of energy, and make better use of the waste products generated by their operations.
Read more about datacentre sustainability
- Digital Realty is embarking on a climate science-based 10-year carbon reduction initiative, targeted at ensuring its greenhouse gas emissions are within the levels needed to keep global warming at bay.
- Colocation provider Interxion has revealed details of how it plans to capitalise on the work it has done to cut the amount of energy used to cool one of its facilities in West London by 20%.


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Account betwixt William Keith, 2nd Earl of Kintore and Alexander Downey 1715
Account betwixt Catherine Countess of Kintore and William Keith, her Ladyship's servant, for his intromissions with the meal rent 1718 - 1725
Account of charge and discharge of Robert Bruce, factor to the Earl of Kintore, 1753 and 1756
Rental roll of the Kintore estates by parish 1726
Printed answer s for the Earl of Kintore to the petition to the High Court against him by James Brodie of Brodie, alleging acts of intolerance against Protestant ministers and the condoning of Masses by Catholic priests 1685
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Common Signal Sources and Their Differences
Written by Tit Bin Teo, Technical Engineering Manager
What is the Difference between an RF Signal Generator, a Function Generator, an Arbitrary Waveform Generator, and Pulse Generator?
Signal sources are an important component in many test systems and are designed to provide a source of “clean” or near ideal signals so that distortions do not influence the test results. Signal sources are also used to simulate real-world stimuli to test a device’s performance in a realistic environment (Figure 1). There are many types of signal sources, each with unique capabilities and limitations. Choosing the right signal source can be confusing because signal sources have overlapping capabilities and features. For example, can an arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) replace an RF signal generator? Can you use a function generator instead of a pulse generator? We will answer these questions in this post. \
Figure 1: The stimulus-analysis test model
Types of Signal Sources
There are several types of signal sources that generate electrical signals for testing. There is the RF signal generator, commonly referred to as a signal generator, for wireless testing and function generator, for low frequency applications. In addition, the AWG is helpful for general purpose applications and the pulse generator is ideal for high-speed digital communications. Let’s take a closer look at each of these signal sources.
RF Signal Generator
An RF signal generator, or signal generator, is a source that outputs an RF signal (loosely defined as 20 kHz to 300 GHz). The RF signal is often a sinusoidal waveform at a determined frequency and amplitude. The signal generator can modulate this sinusoidal waveform (i.e., carrier signal) to carry information using frequency modulation, amplitude modulation, and phase modulation schemes. Advanced vector signal generators are capable of complex IQ modulation schemes for various digital modulation formats.
Arbitrary Waveform Generator
AWGs first appeared in the market during the 1980s when available data conversion, memory, and instrument communication technologies made them possible. The main application areas were IQ modulation, radar, and magnetic storage media, and device test. Waveforms in an AWG are usually defined as a series of waypoints across time. Therefore, there is no limit to the type of waveforms an AWG can generate. Due to improved Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) performance, AWGs can be used in place of signal generators where power and spectral purity is a not major concern. AWGs have frequency bandwidth ranging from 500 MHz to 25 GHz.\
Figure 2: Basic block diagram of an AWG
Traditionally, function generators have been the most popular signal sources. They are capable of generating a limited set of waveforms (sine, square, triangle, etc.) and users can adjust many of their characteristics such as frequency, amplitude, DC offset, duty cycle, and symmetry. Many function generators implement basic internal or external modulation such as Amplitude Modulation (AM), Pulse Modulation (PM), and Frequency Modulation (FM), and some of them can even sweep the output frequency in a range of interest. Unlike the AWG, a function generator’s frequency bandwidth is in the hundreds of MHz range.
Pulse generators can provide a train of pulses with controllable parameters such as Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF), pulse duration, and “high” and “low” voltages. Edge location and rise/fall time can be controlled, sometimes independently in some instruments, so that jitter or Duty Cycle Distortion (DCD) can be emulated. Modern pulse generators are not limited to a repetitive train of pulses, but they can generate a pre-defined sequence of “1s” and “0s” to become genuine serial and parallel data generators. Traditionally, some timing parameters of the pulses such as rise/fall time or jitter were controlled using analog circuitry.
Which Signal Source Should You Use?
Selecting the right signal source depends on the type of application you are using. With technology improvements, the boundaries between instrument capabilities are starting to blur. There are many instances where several types of signal sources could be used. In cases like this, the decision comes down to ease-of-use, allocated budget, and future applications. Let’s look at several common applications to get an idea of the considerations that go into selecting the right instrument.
Pulse generators are used for generating clock, pulse, data, pattern, and pseudorandom binary sequence (PRBS) sources for all applications up to 3.35 GHz. Pulse generators enable you to generate the long data patterns required to test high-speed interfaces, like PCI Express or Serial ATA and many more. The jitter-insertion capabilities enable you to conduct jitter tolerance tests. Target applications of pulse generators include physical layer characterization, signal integrity, and jitter tests. While an AWG is capable of generating binary pulses, it cannot match the pulse generator’s capability in generating long data patterns, precise jitter control, and precise rise/fall time control.
The pulse generator is the ideal source for the following applications:
- Simulated eye diagram measurements
- Cross-talk measurements
- Compliance tests
- Jitter tests
- Signal integrity measurements
- Stress tests for receivers
Figure 3: Pulse parameters of a pulse generator
RF signal generators are used when spectral purity is important. Although many generators include the capability to sweep the output frequency and provide basic analog modulation, they are not capable of generating bipolar modulation used for functional testing of modern radio communication systems. Advanced vector signal generator (VSG) permits bipolar modulation of two quadrature carriers (90º phase difference) so that any amplitude/phase modulation state can be achieved through two baseband signals, known as the I (In-Phase) and Q (Quadrature) components.
With advancements in digital-to-analog converter technologies, AWGs with sample rates close to 100 GSa/s are now commercially available. With their high sampling rates, wide analog bandwidths, and high spectral purity performance, AWGs have successfully replaced RF signal generators in some application areas.
However, RF signal generators still have several advantages over modern AWGs:
- Better dynamic range and out-of-band spur suppression
- Better phase noise performance
- More accurate and wider output power range
- Ability to adjust carrier frequency easily without waveform re-calculating
- External modulation inputs for custom I/Q signals
- Automatic level control circuit to achieve higher amplitude accuracy
Figure 4: AWGs can generate RF signals in different ways. Traditional vector signal generation relies on two-channel AWGs to generate quadrature baseband signals (I and Q). Modern high-speed AWGs can directly generate one or multiple dissimilar modulated signals
Function generators, also known as waveform generators, are versatile signal sources. They are simple to use and quick to set up. Function generators are ideal for generating low frequency signals where you need a “good enough” source for your lab prototypes. Function generators can also create arbitrary waveforms such as cardiac pulses, random noise, mechanical vibrations, and audio signals. Couple that with a low price point and you get the right amount of performance for the right price. If you need low frequency signals of 100 MHz or less, you will not go wrong by using a function generator.\
Figure 5: Simulation of a noisy signal by superimposing noise on a clean signal with a function generator
AWGs are used in many applications to simulate real-life situations such as radar testing and optical communications. Even though AWGs are versatile signal, they are not the easiest signal to use. Waveform creation tools are required when using an AWG, and their complexity can be overwhelming. Ease-of-use is a key consideration if you are planning to use an AWG instead of the typical signal generator in your test.
The distinctions between signal sources are starting to blur with improvements in Digital-to-Analog (DAC) technologies and software. Selecting the right signal source for your application is no longer a straightforward affair. Specifications are an important consideration when selecting the right instrument. However, ease-of-use, cost, and software type should also inform your decision.
Want to learn more about the key specifications of signal generators and why they matter? Download the Essential Signal Generator Guide and 9 Best Practices for Optimizing Your Signal Generator.
Explore key signal generator specifications and why they are critical to your measurement applications, check out the free course: The ABCs of Signal Generators.\


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A legend in his own life time, Kamal Haasan will be honoured by the Kerala government on his completing 50 years in cinema during the inauguration of the Onam week celebrations on August 22, according to official sources.
The felicitation even is going to be a gala event with contribution from all the film bodies. Film Exhibitors Association, Film Exhibitors Federation, State Film Producers Association, Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) and Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce have officially assured their support yesterday.
The high light of the event is going to be a two—hour cultural programme showcasing the versatility of the great actor directed by noted Malayalam director TK Rajeev Kumar.
Eminent directors and film personalities from many languages are expected to attend the event. Among them will be KS Sethumadhavan who introduced Kamal to Malayalam with his film ‘Kannum Karalum’ and K Balachander who fostered him in Tamil.
Kamal Haasan has a special bonding with the Kerala audience right from his determining years as an actor. Even now Kerala is a sure fire box office market for his films.
Kamal Haasan’s Malayalam career began with the 1961 film ‘Kannum Karalum’ in which he played the son of Sathyan. Later in his initial struggle to stardom it was Malayalam films that gave him ample opportunities to prove he is a legend material. His first of the innumerable Filmfare awards came through the Malayalam film Kanyakumari in 1974. Later with films like Ponni, Yeeta, Kamal became a star even in Malayalam. He got a best Malayalam actor award for Yeeta also.
Even after becoming a super star Kamal Haasan continued his rendezvous with Malayalam by doing film occasionally to be in touch. His last full fledged Malayalam film was Chanakyan in 1989. Chanakyan was a social revenge drama that also featured actors like Urmila Matondkar, Jayaram and Thilakan. Urmila Matondkar did her first adult role playing the heroine to Kamal Haasan.
Now after 20 years Kamal will be seen in a straight Malayalam film ‘Four Friends’ directed by Saji Surendran. Kamal Haasan plays a cameo as himself in the film that has his best friend Jayaram in the main role. Kunchakko Boban, Jayasuriya and Meera Jasmine will be in other major characters.


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‘Mad About You’, the original American sitcom that aired on NBC for seven seasons from 1992 to 1999, was one of the most popular series from the channel, which was the winner of four Golden Globes and 12 Emmys. Almost two decades after it aired its last episode, Sony Pictures Television made an announcement that it would be reviving the show. In March 2019, the revival was finally executed and ‘Mad About You’ was commissioned for an eighth season by Spectrum Originals.
The 12-episode mini-series witnesses many of the original actors from the parent series reprising their former roles. The story follows the lives of the Buchmans, 20 years after the seventh season ended. ‘Mad About You’: the revival chronicles the lives of Paul and Jamie as they navigate the nuances of contemporary marriage as empty-nesters after having dropped off their unpredictable, uncontrollable daughter Mabel at college.
Now that the first season is over and done with, what does the future hold for the show? Let’s find out.
Mad About You Season 2 Release Date: Renewed or Cancelled?
‘Mad About You’ season 1 premiered on Spectrum on November 20, 2019. The first part of six episodes from the limited series released altogether for an ad-free binge-ing session exclusively on Spectrum’s On Demand platform. The second part of the next six episodes released on December 18, 2019. Meanwhile, all 164 original episodes from the series are currently streaming free on demand for Spectrum subscribers.
‘Mad About You’: The Reboot, was originally planned as a limited series and the story does its job of filling in the gap before the original show’s finale. Hence, the likelihood of another season seems to be a remote possibility. However, many originally-planned one-offs have seen renewals in the past — so, it’s not a complete no-no either. And if the makers do make a second installment, they might have to consider another storyline — perhaps Mabel’s efforts to reunite her parents. But until Spectrum offers an official update, we cannot be sure. The only thing we can do it wait. Till then, we can safely assume that ‘Mad About You’ season 2 likely stands cancelled.
Mad About You Cast: Who is in it?
‘Mad About You’ sees Paul Reiser and Helen Hunt returning to play the roles of the protagonists from the original series. Reiser stars as Paul Buchman, a filmmaker, who graduates from New York University Film School and after struggling for quite a while, he settles for a stable job in NYC. Buchman stays with his family in the vicinity of Union Square, on lower Fifth Avenue.
Hunt plays Jamie “James” Buchman, Gus and Theresa Stemple’s younger daughter. Jamie enrolls in the prestigious Yale University, where she gets involved with seven boyfriends until she meets Paul. This is a chance encounter when she ends up stealing his copy of The New York Times. Eventually, they fall for each other and get married. Jamie does not get along (at all) with Paul’s mother and this relationship dynamic serves as one of the most frequent sources of jokes across the episodes.
Joining Reiser and Hunt are other original series regulars such as Anne Ramsay as Lisa Stemple, Jamie’s elder sister; Richard Kind as Dr. Mark Devanow; and Jerry Adler as Mr. Wicker. New additions to the cast include Abby Quinn from ‘Black Mirror‘ fame as Mabel, the rebellious Buchman daughter.
Hunt shared her thoughts about joining the show, saying, “I thought, if I do the first one, something will be lost because there will be one less set of eyes and I’ll be doing a bunch of jobs, but something will be gained, too, because I’m a detail freak”. She added, “And the details of the first episode matter: the first shot we have is the things [Mabel’s] taking to college, and I stole some things from my daughter’s room and made sure they aged the guitar. I care about all of that in a way that maybe somebody else wouldn’t care as much.”
Mad About You Plot: What is it about?
‘Mad About You’: the 1990s show follows documentary filmmaker Paul Buchman and his wife Jamie, who works as a public relations employee — as they navigate the struggles of a newly wedded life. Their issues range from trivial to huge matters, and often form the main theme that constitutes the humorous elements of the series. Toward the end of the seventh season, the couple has a baby girl named Mabel.
In the revived series. we meet the Buchmans, 20 years after the original series left off. Paul and Jamie have dropped off their unbearable grown-up daughter at college and are back home as empty nesters. Now, they need to dive into “the fertile ground of modern marriage.”
The season begins with us meeting Mabel as she prepares to leave for college. If you have watched the original seven-year run of ‘Mad About You’, you would know that it concludes with a 22-years fast forward into the future with Mabel as a complete adult. The revival goes back two years before the events of the finale and starts with Mabel venturing into adulthood.
Across the episodes, we witness how the Buchmans introduce new changes to adjust to their different life. For example, the couple decides to get a dog but they do not wish to name it. Why? Because it has a lot of character! Then the pair deals with other issues such as menopause, male bonding, and even remarriage, misogyny, and homophobia. Jamie is in a mess after her daughter’s departure and plans to become a therapist.
Both the characters are on their different journeys and meeting them again, feels like meeting a familiar couple after many years. The story fills in the original finale’s time-jump, where Paul and Jamie finally separate with Mabel planning to bring them together.
Mad About You Trailer:
You can check out the official trailer for ‘Mad About You’ season 1 below:
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Test & Evaluation Engineer 3Cogent Infotech. | Huntington Beach, CA, 92615, US
Salary Range:$85,000 – $122,000 Salary range estimated by Zippia
Posted 9 days ago
Job Title: Test & Evaluation Engineer 3
Duration : 12 Months (With possible extension)
Location: Huntington Beach, CA (onsite)
Shift: 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM ( 1st Shift)
Job Description :
- Supports the development and verification of test methods.
- Develops detailed test procedures, and instrumentation and configuration definition, needed to perform the test and minimize risk within the constraints of the test plan.
- Develops solutions to calibration systems problems of limited scope and impact.
- Designs test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements.
- Uses analytical tools to verify the design. Analyzes, processes, and formats data to customer requirements.
- Reviews test data, including off-nominal data, for accuracy, quality and/or fidelity prior to delivery to customer.
- Prepares and publishes test reports to document test results and satisfy requirements. Presents test results internally.
- Archives data and reports. Trains others.
- Works under general direction.
HM is looking for:
- Customer Service skills, Communication Skills, Office, and Technical writing skills to able to write procedures, expectation is that this position requires the following 3 years to 5 years of experience in metrology with a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering Degree.


Dollard des Ormeaux resident, Justine Erin Frankel, hopes to win The Next Beauties of the World Modelling Agency contest (TNBOW). The contest inspired Frankel to speak out to women who feel they do not fit the media-driven definition of beautiful. For Frankel, the contest is a way to help send a message to plus size woman from Montreal that “it’s okay to love one’s body, no matter what people think about it.”
“Hundreds of young women today experience eating disorders and depression because they are told they are too fat or too skinny, too much or too little makeup, too much freckle, too big thighs,” said Frankel. “Who should decide the standards of beauty? I want to tell women that they are beautiful. Period!”
Frankel has come out on social media about her journey towards self-love. In a recent Facebook post, she shows off her fuchsia pink bikini.
“Two years ago, I bought this bikini, the first one I had worn in a long, long time, years actually,” Frankel admits. “Buying this signified the first moment of my journey to self-love and acceptance, my world of body positivity and happiness that lead me here. So proud to be who I am, and so thankful for all the support. Xo ❤”
The Concordia student made a recent call out for her fans to vote for her online in the TNBOW contest. The contest is open to young women aged 18 – 35. The platform allows the public to discover their local modeling talent. According to the TNBOW website, participants attend intense training, to acquire techniques that bring necessary insurance for their personal growth.
They have the opportunity to learn different modeling tricks such as: walking on heels, bringing special care to the hair, posture, making suggestions about nutrition, photo shoots, videos and mounting a portfolio.
You can follow Justine on Facebook at Justine Erin Frankel.
Should you wish to cast a vote, please click here.
The contest ends May 17.


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The Cooler gang looks at current TV animation, including Netflix’s raunchy Big Mouth. Plus, we discuss Stephen King on TV with Castle Rock and Gerald’s Game.
This week at the Water Cooler, we’re feeling very animated, so we thought we’d take a survey of current hot animation. We look at the return of animated standards like The Simpsons (Season 29) and South Park (Season 21). How do their new seasons stand up to previous incarnations? Then, we look at Netflix’s new adult-leaning animated series, Big Mouth. Finally, we wrap the conversation with a look at Disney’s new animation offerings including a return to DuckTales. Is the Mouse House starting a new renaissance in television animation?
We kick off TV Tidbits with a look at Hulu’s Castle Rock teaser trailer coupled with a quick discussion of Netflix’s unexpectedly critically acclaimed Stephen King adaptation Gerald’s Game. Then, after the tragic events in Las Vegas, Hollywood responded by altering a handful of planned television outings. We take a look at whether or not these changes were warranted. Finally, Megan gives her opinion on the return of HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm.
We close our podcast, as always, with the Flash Forward to the television we’re most anticipating in the upcoming week.
Thanks for listening and thank you, in advance, for subscribing and rating us on iTunes!
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27:24 – TV Animation and Big Mouth
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Curious as to what we are looking for? Here is everything you need to know!
What we want:
Silver Shell Publishing is searching for stories from the heart! Whether they’re gritty, dark, comedic or unique, in Young Adult through Adult.
Specifically, these are themes we’d love to see:
• Rom-coms set by the sea! The quirkier the story the better.
• LGBTQIA+ romance• YA #ownvoices
• Adult Second chance romance
• Issue titles (a book for a particular situation/problem in readers’ lives)
• Cozy mysteries (YA-Adult)
• Women’s fiction
• Stories that focus on a fictional fandom (we love nerds!)
Not seeing where your story fits in? That’s okay. Shoot us an e-mail and we’d be more than happy to discuss if you’re book is a good fit.

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Commissioner Daphne Maxwell is a resident of Junction City, KS and has been employed the Federal Government in Legal Administration for the Department of the Army, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, Fort Riley, KS for the past 25 years. Commissioner Maxwell is a community advocate and servant leader, having served in various capacities to include elected to the USD 475 Board of Education and the Board of Trustees for the Geary Community Hospital. She currently serves as the city-wide co-chair of the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee, the Board of Directors for the United Way of Geary County and special committees/focus groups. She is a graduate of Crossroads of Leadership, the Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program and Leadership Kansas. Commissioner Maxwell is a licensed minister and serves as the Council Chair for Installation Chapel Services, serving military, retired and civilians. She is a graduate of Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS and a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. She was appointed by the Governor as State Commissioner for Congressional District 1 in April 2014.
Commissioner Maxwell desires to co-join and unite a myriad of businesses, civic organizations and community to share information, promote cultural awareness, enhance community networking and become an impact for change through policy and legislation that affect African Americans. On a larger scale, is to bridge the gap and increase community awareness through conversation and social action within all of the communities of District 1. Commissioner Maxwell will continue to lead the efforts to improve and promote the economic development, education, health and political well-being of the African-American community in the State of Kansas.

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MTB Marathon Unde-i Ursul? (Where’s the Bear?) is a cycling competition (MTB) that will have the start and finish at the Gigi Ursu Chalet in Vatra Dornei. The organizers have prepared 2 different routes of about 30 and 50 km called Ursul Mic (Little Bear) and Ursul Mare (Big Bear).
The time limit for traveling the Ursul Mare (Big Bear) route is 7 hours and is addressed to people who have interacted with such competitions and have a very good physical training. The route covers both specially landscaped areas, and grass hills, forest roads, village paths.
The Ursul mic (Little Bear) route can be completed in 4 hours and is intended for MTB enthusiasts with good physical condition and who like to enjoy both the sporting experience and the absolutely gorgeous scenery of the area.
Address: Gigi Ursu Chalet
Organized by: Echitart Association, Gigi Ursu Chalet and Vatra Dornei Mountain Rescue Team
Date: 11 July
Type of event: Sports event


Soon after making official its first ever phablet, the Finnish smartphone also announced the much more affordable Lumia 1320. Both new handsets pack 6-inch displays, but with some substantial differences.
The Lumia 1320, for starters, only comes with less than half the price tag of the Lumia 1520.
This new handset is obviously aimed at emerging markets and will hit the store shelves in Q1 2014 with an estimated street price of $340 — before taxes and subsidiaries. This affordable phablet is set to launch in China and Vietnam first, and then some other Asian markets, before hitting Europe.
Color options include orange, yellow, black and white.
Talking about specifications, the Lumia 1320 comes with an IPS LCD HD capacitive touchscreen at 720p, as opposed to the full HD 1080p display on the Lumia 1520. It, however, comes with the Corning Gorilla Glass 3 coating.
Inside, the smartphone is equipped with a dual-core Snapdragon 800 processor that is clocked at 1.7GHz, 1GB or RAM, and 8GB of internal storage capacity. And just like its more expensive sibling, the Lumia 1320 comes with a microSD card slot that offers storage expansion up to 64GB.
A 5 megapixel rear facing camera offers autofocus, LED flash and video recording, though the secondary front facing camera for video calls only offers VGA resolution.
The high capacity 3400 mAh Li-Ion battery, while being non-removable, provides up to 672 hours of standby time and up to 25 hours of talk time — 21 hours in 3G mode.
Nokia has bundled Nokia Music for free music streaming and the HERE maps and location services.


Six Flags New Orleans closed in anticipation of Hurricane Katrina 10 year ago and never reopened.
Platonic Solid is the story of twenty-somethings Parker and Madison, who after failing at heterosexuality, discover their own truths in the face of heartache, experience the difficulties of coming out, and re-define what it means to be “soul mates.”
The film’s amazing writer/actress/filmmaker, Melinda Stephan, would love for you to get involved! Help her produce the film by contributing to her Kickstarter campaign through July 17th, and get rewarded! DONATE HERE!
Check LAIndieFilmFest.com for tickets and showtimes!
AND FOR A LIMITED TIME, DOWNLOAD & STREAM The original soundtrack.
Look for the film at other upcoming festivals, and the soundtrack on itunes and other digital retailers worldwide this year via Overhead Records! For more about the film visit pyroandklepto.com & facebook.com/pyrokleptomovie.
A dramatic short set in the world of aerial performance and dance, SPLENDOR is a story about love, loss, dreams, and fears. But above everything, it is a story about hope… the hope to witness those sublime moments of splendor, and still be surprised by it all.
Check us out in the trailer, and look for the film at festivals this year!
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$165 fee proposed for school iPads
Superintendent targets devices for students in Grades 5-12
Coupled with a plan to put iPads into the hands of more students, parents may be hit with a “technology fee.”
The School Committee is considering a recommendation to expand its iPad pilot program in the coming school year to all students at Sherwood Middle School and some students at Oak Middle School and Shrewsbury High School. To sustain the program, committee members are being asked to consider charging parents a “technology fee” as early as September.
Superintendent Joseph M. Sawyer told the School Committee Wednesday that now is the time for the iPad program. He said the cost of buying the devices would come out of technology money already allocated in the Sherwood Middle School building project, not out of the appropriated school budget.
“This is the time to take bold action,” Mr. Sawyer said. “This is a very, very wise investment.”
Assistant Superintendent Mary Beth Banios said the proposed fee for iPads that students could take home is $165 a year, with a reduced fee structure for parents eligible for reduced or free lunches. School Committee members are also considering “school-use only” iPads with no annual fee, as well as allowing parents to buy their own iPads for their children’s use at school.
Ms. Banios said the goal of the iPad pilot is to provide all students in the district in Grades 5 through 12 with personal electronic devices by 2016 to expand access to learning and increase collaboration and efficiencies in the district. School Committee members would need to vote by their final meeting of the school year on June 6 to start the technology fee structure by September.
School Committee member B. Dale Magee asked for a more detailed cost analysis before the June 6 meeting.
“We have to see the numbers,” Mr. Magee said. “I don’t think it would be responsible to vote with anything less than that.”
In other business, School Committee members voted to decrease their fiscal 2013 budget request from $50.44 million to $49.99 million. Mr. Sawyer said the decreased request is based on the latest numbers for anticipated state Chapter 70 education funding for the coming fiscal year. Despite the decreased request, there is still a $280,000 gap between the School Committee budget request and Town Manager Daniel J. Morgado’s budget recommendation. School Committee members unanimously approved the revised budget request and declined to cut the budget further.
“This is a statement of what we need,” School Committee member Jason F. Palitsch said. “We have already made significant cuts, and this very accurately reflects the most current information.”


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It’s sure looking like Andruw Jones, who came up through the Atlanta Braves’ farm system and has been playing in the Big Leagues for the team since he was 19, is about to hit the road. The AJC’s David O’Brien reports,
In a conversation with the Journal-Constitution, agent Scott Boras was more clear than he has been to date on the subject of Jones and chances of the soon-to-be-free-agent center fielder accepting a discount to stay with the Braves.” Andruw Jones took a discount to stay in Atlanta last time,” Boras said, referring to the six-year, $75 million contract Jones negotiated with the Braves before the 2002 season, when he and his father worked out the deal with general manager John Schuerholz without Boras at the table. Jones has assured Boras he will let the agent handle negotiations this time, and Boras told him about 15 teams will have interest. “He probably took 30 or 40 million less to stay, because he likes Atlanta and enjoys playing in Atlanta,” Boras said. “But as he said earlier in the year, he wants his fair market value [this time].”
Despite Jones’ career-worst season — .222 average, 26 homers, 94 RBIs Ã¢â‚¬â€ Boras seems certain he’ll command a contract befitting a nine-time Gold Glove winner with 368 homers, including 92 homers and 257 RBIs in 2005-06. “It’s a very different marketplace than when he signed his previous contract,” Boras said. “Revenues in baseball have doubled. We all know the Atlanta Braves are making millions of dollars in profits.”
Schuerholz again declined to discuss the Braves’ intentions for Jones, or say if they’ll make an offer. Team officials have indicated privately that Boras’ asking price will far exceed what they’re willing to pay.
[Boras also] represents Braves first baseman Mark Teixeira, who’s expected to command at least $12 million in his final year of arbitration before becoming a free agent after next season. The Braves want to re-sign the former Georgia Tech star, who has 17 homers and 55 RBIs in 53 games since being traded to Atlanta.
Teixeira is a much younger player and has greater upside. It’d be a shame to lose Jones but the Braves are playing with a much more limited payroll than several other clubs and Schuerholz has shown a propensity to let aging home-grown stars leave rather than overpay.
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- Oklahoma State Women’s Basketball Coach Kurt Budke dead at 50
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Handshake-Free Zone At Utah State Capitol As Virus Spreads
Amid apprehension about a possible outbreak of coronavirus, Utah lawmakers are distancing themselves from a political mainstay of handshaking while a major business conference scheduled for mid-March with Michelle Obama speaking has been canceled. The Salt Lake Tribune reported that signs posted around the capitol on Tuesday declared public spaces to be “a handshake-free zone,” for lawmakers and visitors. Qualtrics International Inc. announced Tuesday it is postponing its annual summit to the fall. The conference would have brought about 16,000 people to Salt Lake City to hear speeches from Michelle Obama, Ellen DeGeneres and Matthew McConaughey among others.


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There are still a lot of questions about the president's new health care insurance exchanges.
When -- the -- be worked out how was the plan going over with the critical younger demographic.
Chief national correspondent Jim Angle looks -- why we are not getting those answers -- Reports around the country show that health care exchanges that were supposed to be up and running by October 1 turned out to be open but lamp base even as we get to the end of the first week.
State and federal officials say they're still working on fixes and the administration cannot say how many people have actually signed up for insurance.
Now we don't have that data and we M and we wouldn't you know we're not.
We're focused on.
Improving consumer experience.
Making sure that the American people have.
The information they need.
Meanwhile a new Fox News poll shows that obamacare remains unpopular with 54% of those ads supporting or -- all or some of the law.
While -- -- majority of people prefer the old system to obamacare 76%.
Say they're -- -- their current health coverage.
While only 17%.
Are unhappy and -- -- 52 to 36 margin people said the free obamacare system.
Would be far better for their family then the new law.
One complicating factor for the health care plan is that is specifies a wide range of benefits that must be included in every plan which drives up the cost.
Having a couple of cover all sorts of essential health benefits that a lot of people don't need like.
The drug addiction for example not everyone is a drug addict and wants to pay a higher premium in Georgia to care for drug addicts but they're going to have -- under obamacare.
That was also one of the complaints from the GO -- -- a family in Seattle which will be forced to pay for maternity care.
Even though the mother is 58 and all the kids are grown.
It's obviously a bit of a shell game in my opinion that that if if everybody has to pay into something then you can afford to cover people might actually need it.
By charging people.
That don't mean it.
The basic thrust of the laws to cover everything for everybody by including a list of -- called an essential health benefits.
Required in every plan but -- -- things also increases the cost.
You're forcing people into insurance through the health care law.
And you're making them pay premiums.
For products that they may not have been inclined to buy in the past.
And they may not be so excited about that is one of the concerns about the young and healthy who are more price sensitive because they don't need health care as badly -- older sicker people do.
But supporters have always believed the new law would meet its promise and expand coverage to those who need it.
They're always glitches in any new program but I think this is going to work very well.
And millions of people who don't have coverage today or worth having difficulty paying for coverage are going to get help.
Now the only wildcard as -- reported -- is what young people will do if they're driven off by higher prices and decide to stay on the sidelines.
The law is in trouble.
Brett would you what do we know about the young in their inclinations to buy insurance or not well we know widespread reports their rates will soar over what they could -- now on the open market.
Now under obamacare what you get to about 20000 dollars in income according.
To the Kaiser Family Foundation the cost of the insurance premium even after subsidies is about four times the fine for staying uninsured.
Once a person is 25 grand and then come the premiums almost eight times the fine and it about 32000 income the premium is ten times the fine.
And all that is without counting several thousand dollars in deductibles.
So -- we don't know what the young we'll do.
But we do know the numbers they're looking yet.
-- Jim the Associated Press is just moving -- alerts and the Obama administration.
Is saying late Friday that the application functions of health care dot gov.
Will be unavailable.
During off peak hours this weekend for repairs saying technology problems overwhelms the launch of the new health insurance markets.
Yeah in other words another word -- -- look at the plans but they can't sign up for -- -- that's a complaint a lot of people already have breath sucked.
I guess they're recognizing reality of sport.
Measure we'll have more with the panel on this in the bed Jim thank you -- -- what do you think do you think young people will buy into obamacare but you know on Twitter you can follow me at threat there.
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Perrier-Jouët was the exclusive champagne sponsor of the Tenth Annual Women In Film pre-Oscars at Nightingale Plaza in Los Angeles, where Zoë Kravitz toasted honoree Meryl Streep’s empowering speech with a glass of Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque. Guests Viola Davis, Emma Stone, Freida Pinto, Gabrielle Union sipped on a glass of Perrier-Jouët in a booth surrounded by friends and fellow Women In Film. Additional celebrity attendees included Nina Garcia, Jurnee Smollet,
On the evening of Friday, September 16th, Variety Magazine and Women in Film once again joined forces to host their Pre-Emmy party at Gracias Madre in celebration of the 2016 Annual Primetime Emmy Television Nominees. Gracias Madre’s décor looked stunning filled with colorful lights to welcome celebrities for an evening to remember. Rue La La set up a gifting area, with a sign in the changing area that read “Dress
Invite Only – The Vanity Fair Social Club Kick-Off Party will take place at Gracias Madre.
On Friday, February 26, Women In Film, Max Mara, BMW, M·A·C Cosmetics, Perrier-Jouët and FIJI Water celebrated the Ninth Annual Women In Film Pre-Oscar Cocktail Party at Hyde Sunset Kitchen + Cocktails in Los Angeles. The evening, hosted by Academy Award-winning producer and Women In Film, LA President, Cathy Schulman honored all 51 women, in front of and behind the camera, who have been nominated for an Oscar this year.
Invite Only – the 9th Annual Women in Film Pre-Oscar Cocktail Party will take place on Friday, February 26th, 2015 at Hyde Sunset Kitchen + Cocktails. Hosted by Women In Film President and Academy Award winner Cathy Schulman and Academy Award winner Jennifer Lawrence, the event celebrated the 44 talented women nominated for the 2015 Academy Awards.
It was a night of glamour at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles, on Tuesday, June 16, 2015, for the official 2015 Crystal + Lucy Awards presented by Max Mara, Tiffany & CO., and BMW of North America. Women in Film is an organization that focuses on establishing access for current and future generations of women to explore and pursue careers in all fields of the entertainment industry.


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Do you love Valentine's Day? Hate it? Don't care either way? Whatever end of the Valentine's Day spectrum you fall in to, I feel like books are an easy way to either escape or appreciate the "holiday" so to speak. Click the link below or continue scrolling to see the five BEST books to read… Continue reading BEST VALENTINE’S DAY BOOKS | Valentine’s Day TBR
The Hinterland is not a place for kindness, but a cruel, beautiful mistress and that basically sums up the entirety of the book. We don't get kind characters, sweet characters. We get characters who are made of things more feral than what you usually get in fairytales, and it wouldn't work for any other book than this one.
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Robotics and unmanned ground vehicles
The Defence Research and Development Organisation has been working on robotics to create unmanned ground vehicles for reconnaissance and surveillance; detection and destruction of mines and improvised explosive devices. The intent and purpose of this weapons platform is to provide protection and enhance the strike capability of the man on the forward edge of conflict be it on the conventional battlefield or in counter-insurgency/counter-terrorism situations.
The programme has been in progress since before the turn of the century and the DRDO laboratories have from time to time exhibited the fruits of their labour in wheeled and tracked unmanned ground vehicles and slithering, crawly contraptions that can look round corners or raise their sensors by more than a foot to look over obstacles and warn the fighting man of the dangers lurking beyond.
These facilities were not available when 26/11 happened in Mumbai in 2008 and an NSG commando officer had to lose his life for trying to locate an injured comrade in the dark by raising his voice and giving his posit
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