MINIMUM CUSHION AND FIRM COMPRESSION. RESPONSIVE FEEL. Firm compression provides contoured support for running, cycling, triathlon and other endurance sports. ASPIRE has Swiftwick’s widest selection of cuff heights and colors. The FOUR quarter crew sock is the tallest style with our signature double-cuff construction. Our most popular cuff height for cycling and trail running, it is incredibly versatile. Made in USA.
MINIMUM CUSHION AND FIRM COMPRESSION. RESPONSIVE FEEL. Firm compression provides contoured support for running, cycling, triathlon and other endurance sports. ASPIRE has Swiftwick’s widest selection of cuff heights and colors. The classic mid-calf crew length sock. Our SEVEN hits the mark for those looking for a taller cycling sock. Made in USA.
MEDIUM CUSHION AND MODERATE COMPRESSION. NATURAL MERINO WOOL. A beautifully crafted sock with natural Merino Wool to wick moisture. The PURSUIT is ideal for year-round trail running, day hiking or mountain biking. The FOUR quarter crew sock is the tallest style with our signature double-cuff construction. Our most popular cuff height for cycling and trail running, it is incredibly versatile. Made in USA.
DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE. CREATED FOR CHANGE. VISION Spirit offers the performance you demand and a platform for change. Sitting just below mid-calf, the FIVE crew sock combines love of special places with love of community. Swiftwick donates a percentage of all VISION sales to charitable initiatives. Made in USA.
Get yourself a pair or two of Park Tool's Cycling Socks, and show the world you work on your own rig. They're made in the USA out of cool-comfort 75% microdenier acrylic, 15% nylon, and 10% spandex with double-stitched heel and toe. They're great for riding, wrenching, and wearing confidently between your feet and your shoes.
Origin8 Reef cycling socks are made in the USA by Sock Guy for the best in comfort, durability, and style. This is a performance oriented sock made of a stretchy, breathable, moisture-wicking high-tech fabric. - Reinforced, double-stitched heels and toes - Mid-rise 5-1/2" cool-mesh cuffs
A unique blend of lycra and Q-Skin microfiber is seamlessly constructed and anti-bacterially treated, ensuring great fit, breathability, freshness and quick-drying properties. The thermo-regulative structure helps maintain core temperature, while the anatomic support and compression zone provide optimum arch support for performance fit. An ultra-breathable and ultralight band offers increased ventilation for dry comfort. This lightweight summer sock weighs just 12.5g/pair (15cm calf-height). - Blend of lycra and Q-Skin microfiber - Anti-bacterial treatement, quickdry materials - Anatomic support and compressionÂ zone - Seamless construction - Light-weight and breathable summer sock, 12.5g/ 1/2 pair (15cm calf-height) - Colors: Available in black with white fi'zi:k logo, white with black fi'zi:k logo and black with red fi'zi:k logo. - Size: S (37-40), M (41-44), L (45-48)
Responsive feel in a thin, lightweight design. Swiftwick's most popular running sock and a great no-show cycling sock. The ASPIRE is engineered with firm compression and a thin profile for a responsive feel. Firm compression supports every contour of the foot to reduce fatigue during endurance activities. Zero cuff height sits below the ankle with minimal extension above the shoe. - Thin profile with light cushion - Channeled upper improves breathability - Lightweight Olefin fiber wicks moisture and dries quickly - 55% Nylon / 40% Olefin / 5% Spandex
Be dynamic—in life, and on your bike. The VISION Five Aero is built for performance and versatility to fit your lifestyle. Swiftwick gives a percentage of sales from each VISION sock purchased to charitable initiatives. Ride in style knowing you are making a difference. - Durable Nylon heel and toe - Lightweight Olefin Fiber wicks moisture and dries quickly - Versatile medium cushion delivers lasting comfort - 67% Nylon / 28% Olefin / 5% Spandex - Made in USA
Live beyond the mundane and make waves in Vision FIVE Wave. Swiftwick gives a percentage of sales from each Vision sock purchased to charitable initiatives. Ride or run in style knowing you are making a difference. Made in USA.
DESIGNED TO PERFORM. CREATED FOR CHANGE. The USA inspired design of the VISION Spirit sock offers the performance you demand and a platform for change. The ONE ankle sock provides a bit more protection in shoes with a higher back. Swiftwick gives a percentage of all VISION sales to charitable initiatives. Made in USA
Life shouldn't be lived on the fringes of polarized extremes, and neither should your sock length. Yes, there is a world where performance, comfort, and durability exist between the confines of knee-length and ankle socks, and it's called Specialized's Mountain Mid Socks. They have a moderate four-inch cuff height, and feature a lightweight blend of VaporRize and Merino yarns. These yarns work in tandem to naturally control temperatures, manage sweat buildup, and fight odor. In other words, they're comfortable. And to further ensure this, they've included a mid-foot arch support and a light underfoot cushion to help absorb vibration and chatter from the trail. - VaporRize Merino blend yarns naturally control heat and moisture buildup, while also fighting against odor. - Lightweight underfoot cushion adds an extra buffer to trail vibration, which also combats friction and hotspots over the course of a ride. - PowerBand mid-foot arch supports the foot and secures the shape and fit where the foot needs it most. - Reinforced Y-heel and toe add to the long-term durability and comfort of the socks. - Four-inch cuff height (size Small/ Medium)
Constructed from Specialized's extremely lightweight VaporRize yarns, the Reflect Tall Socks are nearly identical in fit and feel to their SL line. This means that you'll find the same anti-slip and comfort features, plus a highly reflective band that'll increase your visibility to motorists and other riders in low-light conditions. - VaporRize yarns are extremely lightweight and soft against the skin, placing an emphasis on moisture transfer and minimizing friction. - Reflective band on the cuff enhances visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. - Compression cuff adds security and comfort over the course of the entire ride. - PowerBand mid-foot arch supports the foot and secures the shape and fit where the foot needs it most. - Vented mesh toe channel helps to keep things light and airy within the shoe. - Targeted textured zone under forefoot reduces slip. - Seven-inch cuff height (size Small/ Medium).
Your feet deserve the best, and when it comes to socks, there's no better way to treat them than with a pair of Specialized's SL Tall Socks. They're constructed from extremely lightweight VaporRize yarns in order to ensure both a soft hand against the skin and rapid moisture wicking. And while this leaves the foot feeling dry and cool, they took things a step further by incorporating a ventilating mesh channel around the toes. You might not think of it firsthand, but these socks also aid in performance. They feature a deep Y-heel and toe pocket to provide a secure, comfortable fit, plus a targeted textured zone under the forefoot that minimizes slip within the shoe to ensure maximum power transfer throughout your pedal stroke. - VaporRize yarns are extremely lightweight and soft against the skin, placing an emphasis on moisture transfer and minimizing friction. - Compression cuff adds security and comfort over the course of the entire ride. - PowerBand mid-foot arch supports the foot and secures the shape and fit where the foot needs it most. - Vented mesh toe channel helps to keep things light and airy within the shoe. - Targeted textured zone under forefoot reduces slip. - Deep Y-heel and toe pocket provides a secure fit. - Six-inch cuff height (size Small/ Medium)
The PURSUIT is constructed with nature’s technical fiber Merino Wool and upgraded with a reinforced heel and toe to maximize durability. The four-season fiber of Merino Wool provides warmth in the winter and cooling in the summer, while absorbing moisture without feeling soggy or losing the ability to regulate temperature. The PURSUIT is engineered with fine-gauge Merino Wool that produces a soft, no-itch feel from cuff to toe. Merino Wool is a naturally renewable resource and is sustainably sourced. The Four height sits below the calf and its double-cuff construction provides extra support for cycling and trail running. - Improved durability with high tenacity fibers in abrasion prone areas - Versatile mid-cushion option delivers lasting comfort and performance - Soft, natural Merino Wool - 63% MERINO WOOL / 35% Nylon / 2% Spandex - Made in USA
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All of the families we work with suffer from hunger and poverty but each family also has to deal with a further set of challenges depending on the social, environmental, economic and political situation of where they live.
We recognise that there is no one solution that will work everywhere for everyone. To help families build a future free from poverty we focus on three key areas; helping families grow more food, earn and income and speak out.
We believe that what makes us different is that we invest in activities that are innovative and sustainable, we are small and responsive and, with a small amount of funds we can reach a lot of people.
We work in some of the poorest and most remote places in India, Malawi and Zimbabwe. We focus on supporting rural communities in these areas because they suffer from extreme poverty, a lack of basic services and other support is scarce.
Our approach is not to dictate how the communities we work with tackle the poverty they experience, but instead work with local partners to enable them to decide how they want to build a better future.

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The 2012 Xmas Survey. Understanding the futureDOWNLOAD
Kyiv, 19 November 2012
Deloitte would like to present the results of its annual survey of the sentiment among Ukrainian and European consumers during the 2012–2013 Xmas and New Year season. Disciplined approach to spending and focus on making effective purchases are the two distinct trends of this year. Consumers in most European countries, including Ukraine favor this approach.
“Ukrainians learn to live in savings mode. If couple of years ago our research showed impulsive purchases, today we can see pragmatism and careful budget planning taking the lead,” says Olga Shamritskaya, Senior Manager at Deloitte, Leader of Retail Industry Group. According to Olga, the price becomes primary factor for most Ukrainians. During this festive season Ukrainians will primarily rely on their savings. Demand for credit in Ukraine and across Europe dropped sharply compared with previous years.
Compared with other European countries, holiday budget of Ukrainians remains considerably low at UAH 3,684, while Poland and the Netherlands will have the smallest year-end budget. For the first time in five years, during which Deloitte conducted its Xmas survey in Ukraine, holiday budget will remain almost unchanged compared over the past year (budget grew by a mere 0.5% in hryvnia), with a tendency for Ukrainian consumers to change their priorities. Spending on New Year table will increase by 27.7%, while spending on gifts – the main expenditure item, will decline by 18.5%.
In turn, year-end holiday budgets of Europeans will remain virtually unchanged compared with the previous year at EUR 591. The most reduction in Xmas spendings will be seen in Portugal (13.5%) and Greece (16.2%).
The difference between desired gifts and the gifts that Ukrainians are most likely to receive is becoming more pronounced. Once again, money has taken the lead in the list of the most desired gifts. This year, 60% of those surveyed would prefer to receive money as a New Year gift in comparison with 49% respondents a year earlier. Traditionally, holiday travel has taken the second place among gifts that Ukrainians would like to receive as New Year gift.
Though, there will be less people giving money as Xmas presents to their family and friends with only 26% of respondents against 46% a year earlier. As for the travel, computers and smartphones, ticked as one the most desired items on Ukrainians’ gift wish lists, they haven`t even made it to the TOP 10 most wanted gifts. However, Ukrainians are most likely to receive cosmetics, perfumes or chocolates.
Residents of European countries also prefer money as a Xmas gift. But their chances of getting the most desired gifts are not great. Europeans traditionally will give each other books and cosmetics as New Year gifts.
Reduction in gift spending will not result in smaller number of gifts purchased. However, the process of gifts purchasing will be more careful and scrupulous. The survey shows 41% of Ukrainians planning to give more useful gifts compared with a year earlier. As for the children`s gifts, the priority will be given to educational toys and books.
There will be more Ukrainians looking for items on sale, while 46% of Ukrainian respondents will pay more attention to prices. Around 56% of Ukrainians say they will try to reduce the number of impulse buying, while the demand for retailer brands will slightly decline.
Internet recourses gain popularity among Ukrainian consumers during Xmas preparations as it is seen as fast and convenient retail channel that allows them to both search for gift ideas and to find products at best prices. Nevertheless, Ukrainians still prefer to purchase their gifts in physical stores where they are attracted by the possibility to easily exchange or refund purchased goods, as well as the payment security. "Online stores becoming a serious competitor to retailers. To maintain positions, top managers of physical stores should think of ways that would help consumers in choosing and comparing products in shops," says Olga Shamritskaya. In turn, owners of online shops have to pay more attention to such aspects as ensuring payment security and providing customers with possibility of returning or exchanging purchased goods,” states Olga Shamritskaya.
This is the 15th annual Xmas Survey conducted by Deloitte to determine European consumers` sentiment in 18 countries worldwide. In Ukraine the survey was conducted for the fifth time. This year’s research surveyed 18,558 consumers using online questionnaire during the second and third weeks of September. The survey included 796 Ukrainians aged from 18 to 65 and leaving in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, Odessa, Lviv, Mykolaiv and Sumy. The survey was conducted with a representative sample for each of the participating countries.

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Jan. 19, 2006
LOGAN, Utah - Utah State landed 35 of its student-athletes on the fall academic all-Western Athletic Conference teams it was announced on Thursday. To be eligible, a student-athlete must have completed at least one academic year, have at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average and have participated in at least 50 percent of the team's contests.
USU's 35 honorees, were just shy of Fresno State's league-best 37 selections. Boise State was second with 36 picks, while Idaho and Hawai'I tied for fourth with 26 selections after USU.
Athletes from the sports of men's and women's cross country, football, women's soccer and women's volleyball were recognized by the league for the classroom achievements.
Eight fall Aggie athletes earned both athletic all-conference and academic honors this season. Among USU's honorees were WAC cross country individual champion Trever Ball and league runner-up Clark Bryner. Tiffany Strickland, who finished second at the WAC Cross Country Championships and Ashley Johnson, who was sixth, were also recognized for the academic success.
Charity Weston and Liz Masson, who were both first-team all-WAC selections on the field, were two of 13 Aggie soccer players recognized for their classwork. Volleyball honorable mention All-American Zuzana Cernianska was also named to the academic team.
In all, USU's seven women's cross country selections tied for the most among women's cross country teams in the league, while the 13 soccer players topped the conference's soccer teams. Football landed eight players on the team.
Utah State Fall Academic all-Western Athletic Conference Selections
Men's Cross Country
Trever Ball, Gr., Masters of Education Clark Bryner, Gr., Masters of Bio Regional Planning
Women's Cross Country
Carolyn Andrus, Sr., Elementary Education Caroline Berry, Jr., Family Consumer Science Education Amy Egan, Jr., Teaching/English Ashley Johnson, Jr., Exercise Science Stacie Lifferth, So., Communication Jill Steele, Sr., Exercise Science Tiffany Strickland, Sr., Elementary Education
Ben Childs, So., History Malik Cin, Jr., Marketing Derek Hoke, So., Exercise Science Terrance Washington, Jr., Finance Josh Anderson, So., Law and Constitutional Studies Frank Maile, So., Exercise Science Otis Nelson, So., Business Eric Sobolewski, So., Exercise Science
Kelli Allred, So., Undeclared Rachelle Dixon, Sr., Interdisciplinary Studies Andra Hansen, So., Elementary Education Abby Hunt, So., Undeclared Lindsay Lauro, So., Undeclared Elizabeth Masson, Sr., Finance Tiffany Jones-McQueen, Sr,. Elementary Education Dana Peart, So., PE-Teaching Shannon Ross., So. Exercise Science Sierra Smith, Jr., Exercise Science Chanel Blaquiere-Weddle, Sr., Social Work Charity Weston, Jr., PE-Teaching Lisa Willardson, So., Undeclared
Dominique Arsenault, Jr., French Teaching Zuzana Cernianska, Sr., Marketing Erin Graybill, Sr., Accounting Masters Program Elizabeth Hodge, Jr., Psychology Kelsi Thoman-Peterson, Jr., Physical Education
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In space, no one can feel your pain.
At least, that’s the conceit of the latest space odyssey to hit the big screen, writer/director James Gray’s “Ad Astra.”
Melancholy and malaise abound in a slow-burning film ripe with wistful soliloquies delivered as a character-informing score for Gray’s expressionless short story drawn out over two hours.
Brad Pitt stars as Roy McBride, an astronaut tasked with a classified mission to travel across the solar system in search of his long-lost father, a heralded astronaut and scientist in his own regard thought dead until the doomed expedition of the elder McBride rears its ugly head on Earth.
Each moment in “Ad Astra” is deliberate and considered, allowing events to breathe naturally without rush. In this art-house film with a big studio budget, what happens plot-wise takes a backseat to emotional subtlety.
Pitt gives one of the best performances of his career as the younger McBride, delivering a stoic, magnetically pensive turn reminiscent of Ryan Gosling’s work as Neil Armstrong in last year’s “First Man.”
The performance is largely internalized with Pitt only letting audiences into Roy’s psyche through a haunting narration and the faintest whisper of emotion on his face. Roy’s primary character trait – an exceptional cool under pressure calculated as never exceeding 80 heartbeats per minute – serves as the film’s narrative pulse and lays the foundation for Pitt’s entire performance.
As audiences follow Pitt throughout the solar system, the emotional wear and tear begins to bubble under the surface in a complex, understated performance that will resonate fully with viewers who can identify with Roy’s personal struggles. Those who fail to buy in to Pitt’s subtextual work will likely find “Ad Astra” too tedious and pedantic for their liking.
In limited screen time, Oscar winner Tommy Lee Jones haunts the entire project with his looming presence as Roy’s father, Clifford. Without much development of his own, Jones’ Clifford challenges and provokes Roy in compelling, interesting ways that will leave audiences pondering the ramifications long after leaving the theaters.
Everything – and especially everyone – else doesn’t really matter in the greater context of the film except in how their appearance and/or disappearance affects Pitt’s Roy.
There is a strong supporting cast in “Ad Astra,” but on the whole, they wander in and out of the periphery of Gray’s film in such a tertiary way that even Donald Sutherland is only of use to provide character context to Roy’s journey than serve any actual purpose to the plot.
Technically proficient and understated in its beauty, “Ad Astra” has moments of action grandeur largely obscured by extensive sequences that highlight the vast emptiness of space.
Cinematographer Hoyte Van Hoytema subtly acknowledges the loneliness felt by Pitt’s Roy by keeping the visuals sharp yet elusively unremarkable, as if the voids Roy looks out on are as desolate and unremarkable as they seem to the average viewer.
The camerawork keeps audiences framed in on Roy in every moment either by pushing in on Pitt’s somber profile or placing viewers within his mind’s eye as events unfold around him.
While it may be off-putting to some audiences, what doesn’t happen in “Ad Astra” is often more important than what actually does, forcing viewers to feel the dread of inevitability surrounding Roy’s mission.
“Ad Astra” is exactly the kind of artistic, character-driven drama that usually succeeds come awards season, though Gray’s film may not gain the widespread support necessary to gain serious consideration come Oscar season.
Pitt’s terrific performance here may actually prove to be more useful in a run for the veteran actor in Best Supporting Actor for Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood” as voters aggregate his work for both films to justify voting for a nomination/win for a single film as a celebration of Pitt’s year.
Some audiences may find the film’s slow burn style too tedious for their liking and not in line with the aggressive marketing and trailers for “Ad Astra.”
Those willing to look beyond the simple plot structure will find Gray’s film a wonderfully nuanced character study that’s bold enough visually to enjoy on the big screen, especially in the IMAX format.

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The mission of Pratt’s Master of Science (MS) in Real Estate Practice (REP) is to educate and train students in the core discipline and skills of real estate practice. The goal of the program is to develop students with the capacity to practice the business of real estate with a focus on public/private partnership, as well as housing and urban development, with a commitment to achieving The Three E’s of sustainability—economy, equity, and environment. A key objective is to graduate students as real estate practitioners with the core skills to secure professional employment in the field of real estate business.
The Pratt Real Estate Practice (REP) program, a full-time program offered afternoons and evenings, will prepare students for an employment environment that demands flexibility on the part of real estate development practitioners and a rigorous understanding of the complexities of urban development. In the past, real estate professionals typically worked in either the public or private sector. Career trajectories for professionals today vary widely as a result of changes in the development process.
The increasing role of public-private partnerships means that real estate professionals interact with a much broader interdisciplinary team to urban development. In addition, the goals of sustainability—economic development, social equity, and environmental stewardship—are increasingly integrated into development planning. Similarly, achieving community-based development goals have become essential to the development process. Real estate professionals today thus need flexibility to practice across sectors while ensuring financial viability.
The REP program prepares graduates to seek employment in the field by complementing one of the core competencies of Pratt Institute—education in the design and development of the built environment. The Pratt School of Architecture is a key setting for educating future real estate development professionals because of the interdisciplinary character of its programs. Students in the REP program will gain in-depth understanding of the core knowledge areas of real estate development practiced across the country and will develop interdisciplinary collaborative skills within the School of Architecture academic community.
Academic and Career Objectives of Program and Concentration
- Students will be able to apply the core disciplines in real estate to develop, invest, and finance housing and urban development projects.
- Students will have practical project management skills applicable to the real estate development process.
- Students will develop theoretical and practical knowledge of real estate practice.
- Students will have an area of concentration that builds on the foundational building blocks of real estate development, investment, and finance.
- Students will be familiar with the structures of public/private partnerships, mission-driven real estate practice, and sustainable development.
- Students will have professional experiences as part of their coursework to develop high-quality development proposals, feasibility analysis, and other reports and presentations.
- Students will develop a network consisting of students, professors, and real estate professionals to facilitate transitions from academia to the workforce, as well for ongoing professional relationships as careers develop.
Applications are accepted for both spring and fall. Please find all requirements including language score minimums and accepted tests on our Graduate departmental requirements page. Please also visit our General Graduate Admissions Requirements page for our current deadline.
Pratt's Masters of Science (MS) in Real Estate Practice provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge and experience in the core disciplines of real estate business, as follows:
Real Estate Finance
Students will be immersed in the financial instruments available to develop and invest in real estate. They will gain a practical understanding of the connection between markets and trends to analyze the financial viability of real estate proposals. The program will focus on urban economics, and public and private financing, to develop and invest in housing and urban development.
Real Estate Development
Students will obtain the fundamental skills to serve as developers and project managers in housing and urban development within public/ private partnership structures. They will have a sound understanding of the development process and how to manage an integrated, multi-disciplinary process with multiple interests. The program will focus on the evolving field of sustainable development to achieve triple bottom line objectives.
Real Estate Investment
Students will develop the capacity to move beyond the development of a single project and understand the risk and cost/benefit factors associated with real estate portfolio investment. They will have the foundational knowledge of real estate portfolio analysis and project risk factors in portfolio acquisitions and asset management. The program will focus on cost benefit analysis of green, high-performance, and sustainable development portfolio strategies.
Real Estate Law
Students will be grounded in the regulatory and legal parameters that directly affect the development of, and investment in, the built environment. They will have an understanding of zoning and land use, land law, public/ private structures, and standard legal documents in real estate transactions. The program will focus on real estate development within the framework of effective public/ private partnerships.
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The Cook Political Report, one of the leading prognosticators of congressional elections, is now projecting a Republican takeover of the House of Representatives. As of now, Cook estimates that the GOP will gain 40 seats -- the minimum required to take back the House -- but says that the party's ultimate gains could be "very possibly substantially more."
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text: Xiajian River Scenic Area is in Yizhou District, Hechi of Guangxi province. In this area, Xiajian River is not to be missed for visitors to the hometown of Liu Sanjie, the fairy singer of the Zhuang people. The river meanders through mountain ranges and lush greenery, while rocks can be seen scattering around in the river, like a stone forest growing out of the water. At the crossing of Xiajian River and Longjiang River lies a rock called "Waiting for Maiden Rock". Legend has it that after Liu Sanjie fell off the cliff, her lover A'niu always came here to stand on this rock and look out, hoping to see her coming back safely. Therefore, the rock later became known as "Waiting for Maiden Rock".

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The EPA under bum-bling, bun-gull-ing, blund-er-ing Joe Biden released rules to ensure that two-thirds of new cars sold in the United States by 2032 are all-electric, but will that do anything other than hurt our economy?
The Biden administration has proposed two ambitious climate regulations that would require two-thirds of new passenger cars and a quarter of new heavy trucks sold in the United States to be all-electric by 2032. If enacted, these rules would revolutionize the U.S. auto industry and put the country on track to meet emissions reduction goals necessary to mitigate the worst effects of climate change. However, the rules do not mandate how car manufacturers should meet these targets, leaving it up to them to decide. The EPA claims that these regulations will lead to significant benefits, including reduced carbon emissions, cost savings for consumers, and improved public health. For more information, Lars speaks with Daniel Turner, the president of Power the Future.


text: Twenty years after the completion of the Dutch Architecture Institute by Jo Coenen, Octatube was again involved in the refurbishment of the museum. Primary for advice and subsequently for the work on the new facades. In the transformation of the entrance area four parts are engineered and built by Octatube. The first part is the new Bookshop where a high glass façade connects the museum to the public part of the building. Underneath the concrete pergola at the Café a completely redesigned glass façade was constructed. It also contains large doors towards the terrace near the water. The entrance façade and north façade are also renewed. At the Bookshop, Café and north façade the exterior walls are built with glass panels mounted with stainless steel brackets on triple glass fins. Especially the 9 meter high and 40 centimeter deep fins in the bookshop are spectacular. At the top of the Bookshop and Café façade, the fins also support a roof light. The result is a very light interior space. Next to the glass fins, the complexity of the project lies in the number of different connections to the existing building.

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System: Valve Index, HTC Vive & Oculus Rift
Price at Time Of Review: £18.99
Comfort Rating: Red
Input: Tracked Motion Controllers
Best Playing Position: Sitting
Age Rating: 15+
VR Shop Score 1/100: 80
Description: Onward is a Mil-Sim paced tactical multiplayer shooter, being developed for virtual reality head-mounted displays. Players will use coordination, communication, and marksmanship skill to complete objectives in online infantry combat. With dynamic time of day, weather effects, and multiple environments and scenarios, no skirmish will feel the same. With limited respawns, no HUDs, and no crosshairs, players will need their wits and combat skills to survive.
Review: While you do have to take its age into account Onward is still a pretty impressive online FPS that many people still enjoy today. Sadly online players have long abandoned this game, but at least it has the feature if you can get some friends together to play it. Anyone who likes games like PUBG will be right at home here but do expect some nausea as the full motion does call for your VR legs. The main issue with this game is its price. At £18.99 there is just no way to justify it and while there is a good few days content here even in the single-player mode it’s still not enough to make me recommend it at that price. But I would definitely keep an eye out for it in a sale and get some friends to do the same thing.

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I visited this place for the first time in Oct 2012 and loved the food so much that I decided to write a review and gave this restaurant a 5 star!
But, to my astonishment, I was back at this restaurant in February 2013 and the food was awful. I mean really awful. We both ordered pasta dishes and couldn't finish both of our dishes. The pasta came with just noodles and tasteless sauce. Very very disappointed. The menu was also a lot more limited as compared to the first time.
Could it be that this restaurant change its chef?
I really liked the food on my first visit and I really hope that they gain back their quality.
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The leader of the far-right Swedish Democrats (SD) said on Swedish television on Sunday night that he hoped Britain voted in favor of Brexit this June 23rd, followed by Sweden in the near future.
“I really hope we eventually get the opportunity to hold a referendum in Sweden” said the Eurosceptic Jimmie Åkesson. Like AfD in Germany, it appears the Swedish far right has been benefitting from both the economic crisis and the refugee crisis.
Since 2010, the party passed the 4% threshold, entered the parliament, and has since continued to surge, first on polls, then in ballot boxes. They came third with 12,9% in the legislative elections of 2014. In recent polls in February 2016 they have been fighting head-to-head for first, second, and third place with the Moderates and the Social Democrats. In two polls the SD came first with more than 25%.
The leader of the Swedish Democrats believes the EU is an unwanted federation that undermined national sovereignty and applauded Donald Trump for being tough on immigration. The party is not simply populist, but has an explicitly racist tradition. Some of its members have been associated with the neo-Nazi movement and its secretary has said that Jews were not Sweidish before they renounce their “ethnic identity.”
On Sunday evening, Akesson was debating against Liberal party leader Jan Björklund, who called the EU “the most successful collaboration project in history,” which was all the more necessary to face terrorism, Russian aggression, and to avoid another economic crisis. Liberals had secured 5,4% of the vote in 2014 and they do not seem to be surging significantly on the polls.
(Expressen, The Local, Metro, FT, The Independent)


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What a year hip-hop has had in 2017. There have been amazing album releases both surprise and anticipated, hit songs that captivated the public and emerging artists who helped the genre continue to grow and evolve.
This was the year for fresh rappers: 21 savage, lil uzi vert, migos, xxxtentacion, lil pump, joyner lucas, lil yachty,kodak black, young M.A, chance the rapper the list is endless.
I’m a hiphop fan so here are my hiphop highlights of 2017
Chance The Rapper Wins Grammy Award for Best New Artist
In February, Chance The Rapper put his name next to a short list of rappers when the Chicagoan won the award for Best New Artist at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards , becoming just the fourth rapper to receive the honor.
In addition to being active on the musical front, Chance has been one of the more outspoken MCs when it comes to matters pertaining to his community, resulting in the rapper being honored with the Humanitarian Award at the 2017 BET Awards .
Future Becomes First Artist to Release Two No. 1 Albums in Consecutive Weeks
Future shocked the music world earlier this year with a pair of chart-topping album releases, continuing his trend of quick-strike album releases and backing up his status as the most prolific artist in mainstream music.
However, the fact that those two albums, FUTURE and HNDRXX, were released just one week apart from one another, making him the first rapper to release two chart-topping albums in consecutive weeks , put Future in a class of his own.
Making the impossible look par for the course, Future fully capitalized on his blinding star power and popularity and etched his name in the record books in the process.
Big Sean Awarded Key to Detroit
After beginning the year with the release of his fourth studio album, I Decided , Big Sean made more headlines after being awarded the key to the city of Detroit in early April. The youngest person to be ever Awarded the key.
Drake Sets Record at Billboard Music Awards
2017 proved to be yet another monstrous year for Drake, with the rapper unleashing his More Life project, which yielded the Canadian another platinum plaque and multiple crossover singles, a reminder of his dominance and sheer star power.
The OVO boss also broke a few records,
among them being most wins at the Billboard Music Awards , shattering Adele’s previous record of 12 after winning 13 at this year’s ceremony in May. Earning 22 nominations total, Drake would take home hardware for a list of awards that include Top Artist, Top Male Artist and Top Billboard 200 album ( Views).
Tupac Shakur Inducted Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Tupac Shakur continues to be celebrated more than 20 years after his death. His latest achievement is his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame , which came in April. The ceremony, which was held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, included an acceptance speech from Snoop Dogg on behalf of his deceased comrade, of whom he spoke glowingly.
“While many remember him now as some kind of thugged-out superhero, 2Pac knew that he was only human,” he said. “To be human is to be many things at once, strong and vulnerable, hardheaded and intellectual, courageous and afraid, revolutionary and—oh yeah, don’t get it fucked up—gangsta.”
Lil Uzi Vert Earns 2018 Grammy Nomination for Best New Artist
Lil Uzi Vert has become somewhat of a phenomenon over the past two years, charming listeners and critics with his nifty shimmy, carefree attitude and infectious wails over booming production.
Lil Uzi Vert’s first Grammy nomination is a career highlight that will be attached to his name forever and one of the more noteworthy achievements for a young rap artist this year.
Nicki minaj broke up with Meek Mill.
Meek mill always finds a way to screw things over. Allegedly he cheated on Nicki with some lady who owns a boutique. But even the best of us make mistakes.
21 savage dates Amber Rose.
I still can’t figure out how those two met. If you heard 21 savage’s issa album you will agree he got soft because of Amber Rose; nigga is singing on some tracks.
Migos dominated the year.
Migos album Culture was phenomenal. Everyone jammed to bad and boujee, girls fell in love with Quavo and personally takeoff is the best lyrical compared to Quavo and offset. And we can’t forget Offset’s proposal to Cardi B “will you marry a nigga or wat? ”
Cardi B Makes Billboard History
When Cardi B decided to leave the Love & Hip Hop: New York cast to concentrate on music, there were more than a few scoffs from people who doubted her ability to sustain a viable rap career.
However, “Bodak Yellow,” Cardi B’s major label debut single, would defy the odds, eventually rising to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, making her the first female rap to top the chart with a solo song since Lauryn Hill with “Doo Wop (That Thing)” in 1998 . It’s proof that Cardi is 2017’s breakout star.
We can’t deny Dj Khalid is really good at his craft. His ability to bring several big Artists and make a hit song is amazing. This year he has gifted us with wild thoughts, major bag alert, I’m the one and his son Ashad Khalid is an executive producer. The kid doesn’t even know his own name.
JAY-Z Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame
JAY-Z made history yet again this past June when the rapper/mogul was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame , becoming the first rap artist ever to be voted in.
Swizz Beatz Graduates From Harvard Business School
Going from the school of hard knocks to the Ivy League is no easy feat. But Swizz Beatz did just that after enrolling in Harvard’s Owner/President Management Program, which the Bronx native completed in November. The course—designed for CEOs, COOs, Presidents, Managing Directors and Executive directors with at least 10 years of work experience—focuses on corporate growth, financial success and leadership expertise. In celebration of the occasion,
Swizz posted video clips of himself on instagram stating, “just because you wanna get your education, that don’t mean you can’t still be cool, can’t still have fun… Whoever tell you that you don’t need to be educated, they must not be educated themselves.”
The two greatest rappers of all time Eminem and Lil Wayne have each dropped their latest projects. In Revival Eminem is more mature tackling political issues and in dedication 6 Lil Wayne is carefree dropping freestyles on hiphop tracks such as rockstar,bank account, DNA, XO tour life. The two albums are amazing so listen to them.
There will be dedication 6 part 2 a joint album featuring drake.
Check out the freshest Hip-Hop songs to drop in 2017.
- Lil Pump – ‘Gucci Gang’
- 21 Savage, Offset & Metro Boomin – ‘Rap Saved Me’
- Post Malone Feat. 21 Savage – ‘rockstar’
- Cardi B – ‘Bodak Yellow’
- Yo Gotti Feat. Nicki Minaj – ‘Rake It Up’
- 21 Savage – ‘Bank Account’
- JAY-Z – ‘The Story Of O.J.’
- Future Feat. Nicki Minaj – ‘You Da Baddest’
- Playboi Carti – Magnolia
- JAY-Z – ‘4:44’
- Ayo & Teo – ‘Rolex’
- Future Feat. YG – ‘Extra Luv’
- DJ Khaled Feat. Travis Scott, Rick Ross & Big Sean – ‘On Everything’
- DJ Khaled Feat. Drake – ‘To The Max’
- Dj khalid feat Justin Bieber, Lil Wayne, quavo, chance the rapper – ‘ I’m the one’
- Meek Mill Feat. Chris Brown & Ty Dolla Sign – ‘Whatever You Need’
- French Montana Feat. Swae Lee – ‘Unforgettable’
- Lil Uzi Vert – ‘XO Tour Llif3’
- Kendrick Lamar – ‘DNA.’
- Machine Gun Kelly Feat. Quavo & Ty Dolla $ign – ‘Trap Paris’
- Kendrick Lamar – ‘Humble’
- Mike Will Made-It Feat. Big Sean – ‘On The Come Up’
- Future – ‘Mask Off’
- Migos – ‘T-Shirt’
- Nicki Minaj Feat. Drake & Lil Wayne – ‘No Frauds’
- 2 Chainz Feat. Ty Dolla $ign, Trey Songs & Jhené Aiko – ‘It’s A Vibe’
- Remy Ma – ‘ShEther’
- DJ Khaled Feat. Beyonce & Jay Z – ‘Shining’
- Desiigner – ‘Outlet’
- Big Sean – ‘Halfway Off The Balcony’
- J. Cole – ‘High For Hours’
- Migos Feat. Lil Uzi Vert – ‘Bad And Boujee’
- Big Sean Feat. Chance The Rapper & Jeremih – ‘Living Single’
Anyway that’s it for 2017. If you are reading this the article is over. See you next year


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The deal by which the insurer Highmark will buy West Penn Alleghany Health System is described by Pennsylvania's insurance commissioner as the most complex and extensive in his agency's history. The new entity will be renamed Allegheny Health Network. >>>
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is counting on physicians to offer insights into complaints about the da Vinci robot, which is under scrutiny in lawsuits and medical board reviews as never before. >>>
Healthcare merger and acquisition activity was down in both deal volume and deal value in the first quarter of 2013 compared to the last quarter of 2012, says a new report. >>>
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius has unveiled a proposed rule that would pay rewards of nearly $10 million to Medicare beneficiaries and other whistleblowers whose fraud tips identify and recover funds. >>>
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The Pullover Sweatshirt, designed by Ampersand Ave - the same company that brought us the infamous DoubleHood Sweatshirt.
Different fabrics do change the fit slightly - the On the Prowl Pullover is made with Ultra Stretch fabric and is a medium weight - meaning it's a some do prefer to size down in this fabric.
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After I reread this poster, ten years after I posted this blog, I pondered the similarities between this advice and the advice parents must receive from athletic coaches.
You've got to learn your instrument. Then, you practice, practice, practice. And then, when you finally get up there on the bandstand, forget all that and just wail.
I'm a professional pianist and music educator in West Toronto Ontario. I'm also a devoted percussionist and drum teacher.


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Russia's Makarova, expected to top the Serdika Group at the indoor hard-court event in Sofia this week, was brushed aside with relative ease by her Spanish opponent.
After dropping two service games in the opening set, world number 11 Makarova saw her performance take a nosedive in the second.
Having shared the opening two games, Muguruza won a stunning five on the bounce to join Flavia Pennetta at the top of her group.
Dominika Cibulkova defeated Carla Suarez Navarro to hit the front in the Sredets Group.
Suarez Navarro had made her intentions clear by thrashing Andrea Petkovic 6-0 6-4 in her opener on Tuesday, but was edged out 7-5 6-4 by the second seed.
The Spaniard did well to force such a tight contest in the opening set - Cibulkova raced into a 5-0 lead, but was pegged back to 5-5, squandering five set points in the process.
However, after working so hard to reel in her opponent, Suarez Navarro was broken again at 6-5 as Cibulkova converted her seventh set point.
The second set threatened to follow a similar pattern to the first as Suarez Navarro lost her opening service game, but she broke straight back and put up a good fight for the remainder of the match.
But, as she had in the opener, Cibulkova made the crucial late break to seal victory and go top of the group.
Petkovic bounced back from her opening defeat by claiming a 7-5 6-2 win over Tsvetana Pironkova in the Sredets Group's other fixture.
Both players struggled on their own serve in a tight opener, before the German world number 17 took control in the second, leaving Pironkova facing an uphill battle to qualify for the semi-finals.


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Anyone with common sense can see that Kim Kardashian needs a miracle to save her reality TV career. Most of America has tuned out and dismissed the Kardashians as a family who will do anything for money and attention.
Just in time for the upcoming season of "Kourtney and Kim Take NY", Kim, who has more tricks up her sleeve than magician Criss Angel, has pulled Kanye West out of her hat. And Kanye is more than happy to play the role of useful idiot to get in good with the Kardashian klan.
Even the most levelheaded Kardashian -- Khloe -- is playing along with Kim and Kanye's publicity stunt.
Two narcissists in love? Not in a million years!
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Stranger things have happened. A pal tells the new Us Weekly, out now, that Jay-Z's close friend and collaborator West, 34, has fallen "genuinely head over heels" for Kardashian, 31, with whom he was photographed gallivanting around NYC late last week.
"It's not a PR stunt," the source insists of the rapper and reality star. "They're perfect for each other. He thinks she's his Beyonce!"


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Grinnell Works is a crowd-sourced local history exhibition created as part of a Smithsonian Museums on Main Street (MoMS) pilot project to give communities the tools to tell their own unique stories. The project presented a hands-on opportunity for local cultural professionals and community members to learn about the exhibition process, while celebrating Grinnell’s past, amplifying the voices of Grinnellians past and present, and bringing to light the unseen work and workers from throughout Grinnell’s history. Grinnell Works is created by the Grinnell community, Drake Community Library, and Grinnell College in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street program. Support from Grinnell College, a Smithsonian affiliate, is funded in part by a grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Nearly 100 individuals and organizations with local ties contributed to the project. The exhibition has been designed so that it can be moved to other venues in Grinnell over the next few years, extending its impact and sharing the history collected.
Due to COVID–19 and the need to protect Drake Community Library patrons and staff, the Library and Grinnell Works exhibition were unavailable. We have created a video tour of the physical exhibition for you to enjoy, and a virtual version of the exhibition that you can explore in depth. The ‘video tour’ is a visual highlight of the full Grinnell Works Exhibit. The ‘virtual version’ is the full exhibit in book format that is fully accessible and ADA compliant.

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Shah Rukh Khan is that one superstar who’s made a place in the viewers’ heart, irrespective of his films’ verdict at the box office. The actor has been spotted at various events recently, and fans have been urging for him to announce his next, which reportedly is going to be with Rajkumar Hirani. However, the actor at a recent event has released his plans at the age of 95, and it cannot be more exciting!
SRK yesterday was spotted at the Dance+ sets and looking at his white traditional outfit, one was quick to point out that he graced the event for a Republic Day special episode. The actor on stage shared that at the age of 95, he might be on a wheelchair but would still be seen dancing to the tunes of Chaiyya Chaiyya, the song from his 1998 film Dil Se.
A recent report by Mumbai Mirror reveals the same as, “When I am 95, I will still be dancing on ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’, atop a train and in a wheelchair. And yes, I will take Remo along,” laughed Shah Rukh Khan.
Meanwhile, the actor also revealed how he got his first salary in the form of Rs.50, and he bought a pink lassi which had a bee fell into it.
It all started when the actor earned Rs.50 and made his first visit to Taj Mahal through the earning. Post spending his entire money on the train ticket, SRK was just left with money to buy a pink lassi. However, post the purchase, the actor spotted a bee in it. “A bee fell into it, but I still drank it and puked all through my return journey,” the actor shared.


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Fox News attacks Superman
Fox News is determined to attack and undermine the icons of American life, and that includes fictional ones like Superman. The pro-Trump conservative propaganda outlet trained its sights on the character, who for 79 years has been known around the world for representing truth, justice, and the American way. In the most recent issue of […]
The pro-Trump conservative propaganda outlet trained its sights on the character, who for 79 years has been known around the world for representing truth, justice, and the American way.
In the most recent issue of Action Comics, the flagship title that has told Superman’s story since 1938, Superman is shown defending a group of Latino men from a gun-toting racist, who blames them for taking his job.
A column from Fox correspondent and serial misinformer Todd Starnes complains, “The Man of Steel has now become a propaganda tool for the defenders of illegal aliens.”
Starnes repeatedly invokes the term “illegals” while complaining about the issue, and writes that Superman should be “rounding up the illegals and flying them back to where they came from.”
The writer, whose role at Fox News is to make up stories about conservative culture being under attack — he has been exposed as a fraud several times — winds up his screed complaining, “Don’t be surprised to see the Flash rushing Mexicans across the border or Wonder Woman using her lasso to round up Texas ranchers trying to defend their property.”
The pro-Trump Breitbart also makes a stab at tearing down the American icon, describing Superman as committing “an act of Super socialism” and describes him as “our Social Justice Supes.”
Not only are these conservative publications unusually comfortable attacking the character, who has been a guiding light for decades in instructing both adults and children about standing up for what is right and true no matter what, but they also have the story wrong while leaning on their prejudices about Latinos.
As the sequence of the events show in the issue, there is no reference to the Latino men being undocumented immigrants. Fox and Breitbart are simply taking the words of a gun-toting racist white man as gospel, as they so often do.
— Sheraz Farooqi (@SherazFarooqi_) September 13, 2017
Even if they were undocumented, Superman’s role is to protect all life, no matter their immigration status. He was taught these traditional, progressive values by his Kansas parents, Jonathan and Martha Kent, who found him as an infant in a spaceship in a field. Instead of using his amazing powers for personal gain, his parents told him that he must use them to help and guide humanity.
From the very first issue of Action Comics #1, Superman has been a social justice advocate. One of Superman’s first actions on the printed page was to save a woman on death row, falsely accused of murder and on the verge of execution. In the same issue, Superman defends a woman who is being battered by her husband and intimidates a lobbyist trying to sow the seeds of war.
Defending the innocent, putting himself in between a racist and innocent workers, is about the most Superman thing Superman could do, so it’s no wonder that Fox and Breitbart hate it. Dan Jurgens, the long-time Superman writer who wrote the issue commented, “The fact that a few people object to Superman saving innocent, unarmed people pretty much proves the point of the story, sad to say.”
In the same issue, Superman even defends “one-percenters’ mansions” from an arsonist who laments that “they deserve to suffer.”
— LodiX (@lodix1) September 14, 2017
Almost as if speaking to his detractors at Fox and Breitbart, Superman laments the state of affairs in this issue:
Something darker is at work here. As though anger and ignorance have boiled over all at once. Where people can’t look past their own selfishness and the common good is a foreign concept.
Is it any wonder why the right would attack someone who thinks like that?
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An Israeli man was critically wounded in a stabbing attack Monday afternoon, near the Tomb of the Patriarchs in the West Bank city of Hebron. Israel Police said the terrorist was shot dead by security forces at the scene.
The Magen David Adom rescue service said the victim, a man in his 40s, sustained several stab wounds to the upper part of his body and was evacuated to the Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem.
Police say the victim arrived at the hospital’s trauma center in severe condition where he was connected to a respirator. MDA said he was in a stable condition upon arrival at Shaare Zedek, where he was treated for multiple stab wounds to the chest.
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The crimson rosella is a beautiful and captivating mid-sized parrot native to Southeastern Australia. They can be found in a variety of forest habitats along the coasts and mountains.
Crimson Rosellas love to feed on nuts, seeds, insects, fruit, and nectar.
In captivity, they can make a good pet if hand-reared but are generally not as tame or friendly to humans as other parrot species. As a rule, they do best in a large enclosure or aviary.
Male and female crimson rosellas look quite similar. Like many parrots, they are sexually monomorphic.
This means that to the untrained eye, distinguishing male from female is very difficult, if not impossible, since they are very nearly identical.
However, there are several subtle differences in size, shape, and behavior that can be used to sex crimson rosellas.
Keep reading to discover some of the key differences between the sexes of this charming parrot.
Additional reading: Best Talking Birds for Beginners
Male and female rosellas are very similarly colored. Both sexes are painted brilliant scarlet, with blue patches on their head, wings, and tail.
Females in some sub-species may display a dark green patch on their rump above the middle of their tail feathers, while males lack any such patch on their rump.
Males will often show more intense blue coloration on their cheek patches than females.
As a rule, coloration is not usually enough to make a positive gender identification on its own since it can be variable depending on the individual bird.
However, in combination with some of the other traits listed below, it can be a great piece of supporting evidence.
Body size is a good distinguishing characteristic to separate males from females.
Adult male crimson rosellas are ten to twenty percent larger than females. Males can be ten to fourteen inches long, weigh on average one hundred fifty grams, and have a wingspan of six and a half to seven and a half inches.
Male parrots tend to be noticeably larger than their female companions across many different species of parrots. The reason behind this comes down to competition and sexual selection.
Since males compete against other males for the right to win a female, evolution has favored bigger males over time. This sexual dimorphism in size is apparent in the crimson rosella even from a very early age.
Fledgling males just out of the nest are already larger than their fledgling female brood mates.
While a twenty percent difference in size is not glaring, it will be noticeable to the attentive observer, especially if making side-by-side comparisons of individuals of both sexes.
Beak size differs between the sexes and is one of the most reliable traits to visually distinguish the two.
Males tend to have larger beaks, while females have smaller beaks. Male beaks are also wider than their female counterparts.
Like with body size, these differences are most obvious when making direct side-by-side comparisons between two birds of the opposite sex.
The keen observer can use head shape to help distinguish male from female birds.
Male parrots tend to have flatter and wider heads. Females, on the other hand, have rounder and smaller heads.
There are a few behavioral differences between males and females of the species.
Generally, males are more aggressive and territorial than females. Females are said to be calmer and less territorial than males.
However, a paired female will exhibit aggressive territorial behavior if kept with other crimson rosellas in the same cage.
One last note on behavior is that all birds are unique, and these are only general expectations. Much depends on the individual crimson rosella, how it was reared, and how it is currently being kept.
Another behavioral difference came to light thanks to research done on wild crimson rosellas.
Both males and females share the burden of providing food for their young. A study from a university in Australia has shown that males tend to bring slightly more food to their chicks than females.
Males also feed the oldest chicks more so than the younger chicks. Females, on the other hand, feed chicks of all ages equally, though they bring in less food on average.
Another difference in male and female behavior is that when feeding, the female spends more time in the nest cavity.
Additional reading: Female Quaker Parrot Behavior
To be completely sure of the sex of your parrot, molecular sexing is the best tool to use.
Just as with humans, males and females have different chromosomes, and a genetic test is able to perceive these differences.
Males only have a Z chromosome, while females have both a Z and W chromosome.
Another surefire way to distinguish male from female is through surgical sexing.
This is an older and more primitive technique than DNA sexing, but it is just as accurate. Surgical sexing involves visually checking the reproductive organs of the bird to determine whether it is male or female.
Since the reproductive organs are housed internally, surgery is required.
First, the bird is anesthetized. Next, the area where the incision is to be made is shaved of all feathers and sanitized.
A small incision is made, and an endoscope is gently inserted into the opening. Once the veterinarian has determined the gender of the bird, the endoscope is retracted, the incision is sewn shut, and the bird is nursed back to health.
For obvious reasons, this method is no longer used nearly as much as it was, as it can cause considerable pain, stress, and risk of infection to the bird.
Distinguishing male from female crimson rosella is no easy task.
Like other parrots, they are monomorphic, meaning male and female, and are nearly indistinguishable.
However, the subtle differences in body size, body shape, bill size, bill shape, coloration, and behavior outlined in this article can all cumulatively point to gender for the keen observer.
If in doubt, two scientific techniques, DNA testing and surgical sexing, can eliminate all confusion, though DNA testing is by far the easier and more humane choice.

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As Google I/O comes closer, speculation on what devices will receive the upcoming Android 6.0 “Muffin” update have already started. During this year’s Google I/O 2015 taking place at at 12:30PM on 28 May Google will release Android M, the update will bring new improvements like multi windows, new notifications, built in Android auto support, Android TV support and much more.
Of course in order to be able to enjoy all these new features your device must support the latest version. With Android 5.0 Lollipop some manufacturers took months before they finally released the update but with Android 6.0 “Muffin” most devices will most likely not even receive it.
Android M Compatible Devices – A full list of devices
According to the guys over at AndroidPIT most device’s won’t receive Android M as the choice is to manufacturers to release the new OS. According to sources, Android 5.0 Lollipop already took care of “64-bit processors and large amounts of RAM.” and that Android 6.0 “M” will require much better hardware in order to work smooth.
Even the Nexus line up of devices will most likely not receive Android 6.0, specially not the older models like the Nexus 4, Nexus 7 (2013) and Nexus 10. However, the Nexus 6 will most likely receive it, so will the new Nexus 5 2015 Edition which will be a 5.2-Inch version of the Nexus 5 manufactured by LG expected to be revealed during this years Google I/O. Don’t forget to check out the Android 6.0 Release Date and list of Android 6.0 Features
Android M Compatible Devices – List of new features
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Are Japanese Interested in Outbound Medical Tourism?
Medical tourism—which takes in anyone who crosses international borders to receive medical care—is a very healthy industry. Patients Beyond Borders believes the market is worth between US$24 and $40 billion, based on approximately eight million cross-border patients worldwide spending an average of US$3,000 to $5,000 per visit. Professor Helmut Wachowiak, an expert on tourism management at the International University of Applied Sciences at Bad Honnef in Germany, says the market is already worth $40 billion to $60 billion, and is growing at about 20 percent a year.
A 2012 poll of 18,731 adults in 24 countries by global strategic research firm Ipsos Public Affairs found at least a third of consumers in every country were open to the idea of medical tourism, and 18 percent would seriously consider it. “The concept of medical tourism is well accepted in many countries,” noted senior vice president Nicolas Boyon of Ipsos in a widely reported November 2012 interview, “with the exception of Japan.”
So why is Japan different? The standard comeback will be that the country boasts close to the lowest per capita healthcare costs among developed nations—and a 30 percent co-pay rate—and its population is considered the healthiest on the planet. Lifestyle factors such as low rates of obesity and violence help immensely, but the widespread accessibility of world-class healthcare—with 185,000 hospitals, clinics and dentists to choose from—matters just as much. And the country’s universal healthcare system covers everyone for medical and dental care and medication.
The World Health Organization offers up some vital statistics on the country: life expectancy in Japan averages 83 years, infant mortality rates are just 3 per 1,000 live births, health spending stands at 8 percent of GDP, and the percentage of health expenditures on the private side is 18 percent. There are also 21 doctors for every 10,000 residents.
That might lead some to believe that the Japanese have no reason to follow the outbound medical tourism flag. Two major factors indicate otherwise, particularly if the treatment they would be receiving involves elective procedures of some kind. The first is that some elective procedures tend to be very pricy when performed within Japan’s borders. The second is that the use of some newer technologies is not reimbursed through insurance here.
A dental implant procedure in Japan, for example, runs between US$4,000 and $5,000. The same procedure in Malaysia costs just US$1,500 to $3,000. Throw in a vacation to properly recuperate, and the medical tourist still comes out far ahead.
If they choose to stay in Japan for treatment, patients often end up paying significantly more because the National Health Insurance (NHI) system restricts their options. Example: A 50-year-old patient needing arthroscopic back surgery discovered that the NHI scheme would only reimburse him for open back surgery. He ended up traveling to a specialist 500 km away in Nagoya and paying over ¥1.5 million for the arthroscopic procedure, cutting his recovery time from several months to a couple of days and suffering a lot less physical pain but more on the financial side.
Behind the StoryAccording to Michael Bobrove, the CEO and founder of HealthyIM, there is a lot more to the medical tourism story. An innovative hospital and clinic search and review portal covering 200,000 medical facilities in Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, Thailand and Singapore, HealthyIM is designed to help locals and medical travelers find the right places for diagnosis and treatment. Bobrove has spent twenty years as an executive in medical devices and pharmaceuticals in Asia, and was the president of Nihon Medrad K.K. He regularly gives presentations on medical tourism all over the world.
“To gauge interest in medical tourism, we posed ten questions about the option in a July 2013 online survey sent to 200 of HealthyIM’s registered Japanese users,” Bobrove says. “What we found was both intriguing and encouraging. None of the 54 respondents had ever tried medical tourism. The question, ‘Did you know that you can get equal or better healthcare at a lower price outside of Japan?’ revealed one big reason for that when an overwhelming 74 percent said they had no idea.”
When asked if they’d be willing to try medical tourism, 70 percent said yes, citing interest in procedures such as dental implants and whitening, health checks, aesthetics/spa treatments and relaxation procedures. More crucially, 90 percent wanted to hear more about medical tourism.
The Right AppealThe Japanese have a well-deserved reputation for being discerning consumers when it comes to both goods and services. When their health is involved, they tend to be even more cautious. They want a place where Japanese is spoken, for example, and that is both safe and inexpensive. Favorable reviews from other Japanese patients also rank high, and they’d prefer to purchase all-inclusive medical tourism packages.
Hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities seeking to attract the well-heeled yet elusive Japanese consumer will have to keep several factors in mind. One is to focus on procedures of interest. Another is to generate reliable information on safety, pricing, Japanese patient experiences and associated medical and resort facilities. The possibility of visiting an exotic locale is also highly appealing to Japanese consumers.
Since a lack of awareness is a primary roadblock, a third step is to prepare materials in Japanese. Lastly, these medical facilities have to promote themselves in the Japanese market.
“Medical and wellness providers have to pose one ultimate question to patients: Would you recommend your medical facility or service to a friend or colleague, and why?” HealthyIM’s Bobrove advises. “The methodology of ‘the ultimate question’ has become standard in most industries, with an indisputable impact on improving customer satisfaction. A satisfied patient is your greatest promoter.”