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Will missing a oral contraceptive pill lead to pregnancy ?
i am taking asmita oral contraceptive pill for last 14 days.i started it from first day of menstrual cycle .i missed contraceptive pill on 15th day and continued on 16th day again and had sex on 16th day.so what are the consequences.will i get pregnent.or should i take i pill
Dronis 20 oral contraceptive pill.
I am regularly on Dronis 20 since December 2009. I missed taking a pill 2 nights ago, but remembered the next day and took it. So the delay was about 14-15 hours.. and then took the same day s pill in the night. So my pill count is correct till date.. Is is safe to have unprotected sex this...
Missed taking oral contraceptive pill. Can I take it next day?
Hi, i missed my oral contraceptive, althea pills last night and left the meds at work. I come back to to work tonight, same time of my next schedule for a pill. So basically i missed a day s dose, i remembered if i can still drink the pill at an earlier time and follow the original schedule, its...
Regular contraception is a type of contraception used in a planned way and regularly. For example oral contraceptive pills. This is opposite to emergency contraceptive pills which are not regular contraception but emergency.
Hi, The most common side effect of the pill is breakthrough bleeding or spotting, which is when a woman bleeds in the weeks she's taking active pills.
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Leftists are attempting to stamp out dissent everywhere they see it.
“Woke” orthodoxy is being imposed from the top down.
Now one Christian site was targeted for an unbelievable reason.
The Babylon Bee has surpassed The Onion as the most influential satire site on the internet.
The Onion, like so many organizations, has been completely rotted by leftism.
The site no longer prioritizes humor. Instead, The Onion has simply become a left-wing activist site.
Meanwhile, The Babylon Bee is finding humor in the absurdity of modern-day society.
And that’s why the establishment cannot stand them.
The Bee is poking fun at “woke” insanity through its Christian and right-of-center lens.
And they are being targeted for that reason.
Facebook and TikTok, which is controlled by the CCP, both flagged videos from The Babylon Bee for no justifiable reason whatsoever.
The Bee released a satirical video featuring a pregnant Ken doll, which rankled the censors at the Big Tech giants.
Babylon Bee editor-in-chief Kyle Mann revealed that the site was dinged for “misinformation,” which is absurd considering the Babylon Bee is a known satire site.
Mann tweeted, “Facebook has flagged our @thebabylonbee page for sharing false information, saying our ‘overall distribution’ could be reduced for the infraction.”
Facebook has flagged our @thebabylonbee page for sharing false information, saying our "overall distribution" could be reduced for the infraction.
This was for our "Mattel Introduces Pregnant Ken Doll" video 😂 pic.twitter.com/cE3Uucq1Mo
— Kyle Mann (@The_Kyle_Mann) June 30, 2022
TikTok issued a similar message.
So The Babylon Bee’s reach will be hampered because of the censorship from Facebook and TikTok.
The Left are being intentionally obtuse about the site.
They know that The Bee produces satire, but they pretend as if it’s a news outlet reporting hard news.
That is why the site gets attacked with accusations of presenting fake news.
The Bee’s tagline is “fake news you can trust,” so there is no attempt to hide the ball.
This isn’t the first time the Left have come after them.
The New York Times labeled The Babylon Bee a far-right news outlet masquerading as a satire site, and Twitter froze The Bee’s account for refusing to adhere to the Left’s nonsensical transgender pronoun standards.
Leftists understand the power of ridicule, which is why they hate right-wing satire so much.
Humor has a way of pointing out the absurdity of the Left in a way that becomes impossible to deny.
The Left are demanding people believe insane ideas, and people are pointing and laughing instead of obeying.
That’s why leftists will continue to come after The Babylon Bee.
Stay tuned to Unmuzzled News for any updates to this ongoing story.

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Lady Lilias and the Devil in Plaid
by Julie Johnstone
Scottish Scoundrels: Ensnared Hearts - Book 2
Publisher: Darbyshire Publishing LLC
Release Date: October 30 2020
Reviewed by PJ
Nash Steele is haunted by his mistakes and the memories of the impetuous, headstrong beauty who breached his heart and soothed his soul years ago. But innocent Lilias was never meant to be his. And if he ever doubts it, he reminds himself of the tragic accident he caused soon after they met. His life is now, and will always be, one of penance. Unable to have the one woman he wants, the easiest thing to do is to flee. So when duty eventually forces him home, he intends to keep his distance from the ravishing creature. Yet when danger threatens her, he cannot sit by and allow her to be harmed. Every moment in her presence is sweet torture, and soon the need he has kept caged for years refuses to be contained any longer.
Swept together by burning desire but ensnared in a tangle of secrets and guilt, Lilias and Nash must fight to turn tragedy into triumph and the past that threatens to destroy them into the very thing that heals their hearts.
When I pick up one of Julie Johnstone's books I know I'll be fully immersed in the hearts and minds of her well-developed characters as well as the world in which they live. From the wide open spaces of the Cotswolds to the glittering ballrooms of London to the dark and dank alleys of St. Giles, Lady Lilias and the Devil in Plaid transported me into a fictional world that Johnstone brings vividly to the page.
Lilias and Nash captured my affection almost immediately upon meeting them as youths and my heart ached for the years they were separated. Nash's anguish was almost palpable; Johnstone is a master of emotionally tortured heroes. And Lilias. I adored her adventurous spirit, her straightforward demeanor, and her kindness to others. But I ached for her yearning heart and for the heartache of betrayal that she wasn't expecting. I loved the chemistry between Lilias and Nash and was cheering them on the entire way though Johnstone sure didn't make their journey an easy one. I have to admit, there were many times when I couldn't figure out how in the world she was going to pull off a happy ending. Of course, she did, and in a swoon-worthy, heart-stopping, just in the nick of time manner that had me sighing with delight and shedding a few tears for good measure.
The secondary cast adds a richness to the story without pulling the primary focus from the main couple while offering glimpses into the lives of characters from book one, Lady Guinevere and the Rogue with a Brogue, and introducing new characters to the mix. I admit to having very strong - and mixed - feelings about some of them. As frequently happens with Johnstone, there were a few unexpected twists that completely changed my view of a few characters. I like being surprised. There's also a character who betrays Nash and Lilias who has me trying to decide if I want a hard-earned redemption or for the person to slink off to the country never to be heard from again (I don't know what Johnstone has planned for this character but, whatever it is, I have confidence that I'll be happy with her decision). On the other hand, I do know that the next book in the series will be Lady Constantine and the Sins of Lord Kilgore and I cannot wait to unravel all the secrets these two are closely guarding.
If you enjoy emotional Regency romance with well-developed characters, second chances, and plenty of twists and turns, give this one a try. It's the second book in the series with several cross-over characters but also stands quite well on its own.
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Light is electromagnetic radiation that can be detected by the human eye. Electromagnetic radiation occurs over an extremely wide range of wavelengths, from gamma rays with wavelengths less than about 1 × 10−11 metres to radio waves measured in metres.
The lighting industry uses several different units to measure light, depending on what information is needed.
Below are a few of the most common units and terms:
Flux (Luminous Flux) – Originating from the Latin word ‘Fluxus,’ meaning flow, flux is the amount of energy a light emits per second, measured in lumens (lm).
When it comes to lighting, you need to consider watts (W) (energy used) versus lumens (lm) (brightness). Or electricity consumption versus light output. Lumens are weighted for human perception where as watts are not.
Lumen (lm) – The SI unit of luminous flux, this is a unit of light flow.
Watt (W) – The unit of measuring electrical power, this is a radiometric measurement.
Intensity of Light – The quantity of visible light that is emitted in unit time per unit solid angle.
Candela (cd) – The SI base unit of luminous intensity. It is a unit of luminous intensity of a light source in a definitive direction. 1 lumen = 1 candela x steradian (the SI unit of solid angle).
Illuminance – The amount of luminous flux per unit area .
Lux (lx) – Lux is a standardized unit of measurement of the light intensity. The SI unit of illuminance and luminous emittance. One lux is equal to one lumen per square meter – formula: Lux – Lm/m^2
Footcandle – A non-SI unit of light intensity. While lux is lm/m^2, a footcandle is lm/ft^2.
Luminance is the intensity of light from a surface per unit area in a given direction.
1 cd/m^2 = 1 nit
Nit (nt) – A name given for a unit of luminance.
For an easier understanding, think of a lamp that produces light.
The light from a lamp is measured in lumens (measure of light intensity)
The light that falls on a surface is expressed as lux
The human eye sees this visually in terms of brightness, or luminance, that is measured in candelas
Overall, radiometry is the science of measuring electromagnetic radiation. In regards to optics, it refers to the detection and measurement of light waves in the optical portion the electromagnetic spectrum (infrared, visible, and ultraviolet). Radiometry also includes characterizing the distribution of the radiation’s absolute power.
Why is Radiometry Important ?
Radiometry encompasses a wide variety of needs for sensing and measuring light.
4 Conventionally Used Geometric Descriptions in Radiometry
The fundamental unit of radiometry is called Radiant Flux.
1. Radiant Flux/Power – Expressed in watts, radiant flux can be defined as the total optical power of a light source. It can also be defined as the rate of flow of radiant energy. You can think of it as the total amount of light emitted from a light bulb.
2. Radiant Intensity – Also measured in watts, radiant intensity is the amount of flux emitted through a known solid angle.
3. Irradiance – Measured in watts per square meter, irradiance is the measurement of radiant flux on a known surface area.
4. Radiance – Measured in watts per square meter Steradian, radiance is the measure of radiant intensity emitted from a unit area of a source.
Photometry is a subset of radiometry that only applies to the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. While radiometry focuses on measuring radiant energy in terms of absolute power, photometry takes into account the response of the human eye and focuses on measuring light in terms of perceived brightness.
Photometry is the “science of the measurement of light intensity”, where ‘light’ refers to the total integrated range of radiation to which the eye is sensitive.
Why is Photometry Important ?
Photometry measures visible light from a person’s perspective.
Common Photometry Applications:
As with radiometry, applications of photometry are also diverse. It is used in a number of industries to test the intensity of light produced by displays, instrument panels, night-vision devices and more.
The basic unit of photometry is the lumen. Photometry consists of four basic concepts :
1. Luminous flux – Measured in lumens, luminous flux is the measurement of total perceived power emitted in all directions by a light source.
2. Luminous intensity – Measured in candela, luminous intensity is the amount of light emitted by a source in a particular direction.
3. Illuminance – Measured in lumens per unit area, illuminance refers to the amount of light incident on a surface. Illuminance can also be referred to in foot-candle. 4. Luminance – Measured in candela per square meter or nit, luminance is the total light emitted or reflected from a surface in a given direction. It indicates how bright we perceive
the result of the interaction of the incident light and the surface.
Spectrometry – Measuring Wavelength,
Spectrometry is known for the science and utilization of spectrometers for measurement and analysis. It is the study of interactions between light and matter, and the reactions and measurements of radiation intensity and wavelength.
The diagram below shows how spectrometry is used to analyze a sample –
In astronomy, we can use the unique spectra to identify the chemical makeup of objects in space.
We can also use it to identify properties about space objects: chiefly their temperature, as well as their velocity.
It has applications in metabolite screening and for analyzing and improving the structure of drugs.
Spectroradiometry is the “measurement of light energy at individual wavelengths within the electromagnetic spectrum. It can be measured over the entire spectrum or within a specific band of wavelengths.”
Two basic concepts of Spectroradiometry: Spectral Radiance – The radiance of a surface per unit frequency or wavelength. The SI units for spectral radiance is Watt/square meter Steradian nanometer.
Spectral Irradiance – The irradiance of a surface per unit frequency or wavelength. The SI units for spectral irradiance is Watt/cubic meter.
How to Measure Light Intensity :
Calculating the intensity of light depends on the light source and the direction in which it radiates light. The amount of light falling on a surface is known as illuminance and is measured in lux.
In photometry, luminous intensity is a measure of the radiant power emitted by an object in a particular direction and is dependent on the wavelength of light being emitted.
What matters the most in terms of measuring light intensity is the actual number of lumens falling on a particular surface.
Measuring Light Levels
flux is the total light output. With watts referring to absolute power and lumens being weighted for human perception.
Tools Of Used to Measure Light :
1. Photometer :
A photometer is an instrument that measures light intensity. It can be defined as an instrument that measures visible light.
Two types of photometers are:
- Luminance meters – Determine the visible energy output of a light source. Luminance measurements are used for products such as traffic lights and automobile tail lights.
- Illuminance meters – Measure the visible energy falling on an object’s surface.
2. Integrating Sphere :
“An integrating sphere collects electromagnetic radiation from a source completely external to the optical device, usually for flux measurement or optical attenuation.”
Integrating Sphere Fundamentals and Applications
3. Spectrometer :
“The basic function of a spectrometer is to take in light, break it into its spectral components, digitize the signal as a function of wavelength, and read it out and display it through a computer.”
4. Light Meter :
A light meter is a device used to measure light levels. Light level is the amount of light measured in a plane.


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BodyBreak with Hal Johnson and Joanne McLeod was a staple on Canadian television sets in the 1990s, jam-packed with fitness tips and recipes.
But what most Canadians probably don’t know is that the show itself, which aired 65 90-second programs through ParticipACTION in 1991 and still continues on to this day in other forms, was created after Johnson faced a number of racist incidents, including TSN reneging on a job offer because it already had a Black reporter on its roster.
“You think that BodyBreak was started because of fitness? Well, it wasn’t. It was started to combat racism. That was the number one reason that we started BodyBreak, Joanne and I,” Johnson said to kick-off an over-four minute clip posted to the pair’s YouTube page.
The 63-year-old goes on to describe numerous racist incidents he faced as he tried to be a sports reporter, and then subsequently, when he and McLeod first pitched the idea of BodyBreak.
In one incident, Johnson describes being part of a commercial with a white woman and a white man on June 8, 1988. He said that just before they were going to shoot the commercial, he noticed the assistant director go to the director, say something, and then the white guy and woman were asked to switch positions, in order for the man to be in the middle.
“So at lunch, I then talked to the assistant director as we’re in the buffet line and I just tap on the shoulder and ask him, ‘why did you switch the two of us?’ … He said, “Well, the client really didn’t want you next to the white girl because, man, you know, God forbid somebody might think you’re with the white girl.”
Johnson told Global News on Tuesday afternoon that he didn’t get mad because his dad taught him that if he were to get mad, it would make it harder to find a solution.
So instead, Johnson said he thought about how he could change things.
“How can I make that we can all live, work and play together and there won’t be this attitude that white and black and Asian and persons with disabilities and male, female — we all can’t be together?” he said, adding that was when he wrote out a storyboard that would eventually become BodyBreak.
Both he and McLeod went home, where Johnson said he kept asking himself who they could call and pitch to. Eventually, he came up with ParticipACTION.
“The rest was quite literally history,” Johnson said.
If it wasn’t for TSN rejecting him or the racism he faced during that commercial shoot, Johnson said there wouldn’t be a BodyBreak.
“All those little things created BodyBreak,” he said at the end of the video. “And we’re happy to have hopefully given health and fitness tips to Canadians for thirty-two years, but also enlightened you that we all can live, work and play together regardless of our ability, disability or skin color.”
Johnson and McLeod have been married for 25 years and have a daughter together. Both were born in Ontario, with Johnson growing up in Toronto and McLeod growing up in Scarborough.
When asked about what he thinks of the Anti-Black racism movement taking place across the world, stemming from the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Johnson said he is “hopeful that people will sit down and they’ll talk to each other.”
He said he’s having discussions with his friends who are cops and who are firefighters and listening to their experiences from their side and they’re listening to his experiences from his side.
Johnson said he felt the time was “right” and that’s why he chose to post the video.
“I knew I had to say something and I didn’t know what to say,” Johnson said. “This quite literally came up last minute and I just did it to camera. I didn’t want it overproduced – no cuts, no edits, just one take to camera — here’s what happened, here’s our journey and hopefully it can help other people.”
TSN issued an apology to Johnson on Tuesday for the racism he faced from the broadcaster, something Johnson said was not necessary, as he holds no “ill will” or “bitterness” toward them at all.
“We apologize to Hal Johnson for the racism he experienced at TSN beginning in 1988, a shameful part of our past, and thank him for sharing his story as a reminder of the impact of racism in Canadian media that continues today,” the statement read in part.
At its height, BodyBreak played 1500-1800 times per week on several Canadian broadcast channels, including TSN, Johnson said.


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Tonight, the San Francisco 49ers travel to Arizona to face the Cardinals on Monday Night Football in a matchup of NFC West foes. The 49ers hold a 24-17 edge in the all-time series, including a 10-9 advantage on the road. This game marks San Francisco's 67th game on Monday Night Football and their 5th against Arizona.
Last week, the 49ers (5-2) defeated the Seattle Seahawks 13-6 on Thursday Night Football. Running back Frank Gore led the way, rushing for 131 yards on 16 carries, as the San Francisco 49ers amassed 175 rushing yards. San Francisco's defense limited the Seahawks to just 251 yards of offense, including 115 yards passing.
The Cardinals (4-3) are coming off of a 21-14 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
The game kicks off at 5:30 PM PT and, as usual, you can visit 49erswebzone.com for the latest news and updates during and after the game.
The game will be televised on ESPN. The radio broadcast of the game will be on KGO 810 AM and The Bone 107.7 FM.
Within our 2012 NFL Pick 'Em Contest, 97% of fans fans believe that the 49ers will win this game.
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Tuesday night at the fights should be lively at tonight’s Anchorage Assembly meeting. Click on links for background on the agenda.
Testimony will be heard on the speed hump program. I know, it sounds like a problem you should have that “little talk with your doctor” about. Not so. Speed humps on busy residential streets save lives. Over half a million dollars of state money is available through allocations made by Senator Bill Wielechowski. The mayor is typical Party-of-NO! for a Democrat trying to get the needs of his constituents met.
The once-a-year, 3-hour Fill The Boot MDA Fundraiser by the firefighters was vetoed by the mayor. Tonight is the Anchorage Assembly’s opportunity to over ride it. But this is about so much more then the decades-old Fill the Boot fundraiser. The United Way will no longer be able to raise money at municipal offices as they have for many years. What about Fur Rondy and the Rondy Cops? What about municipal employees involved in community activities like the Bear Paw Festival in Eagle River? Or the Municipality of Anchorage sponsoring that event? What about city officials traveling on AK Air National Guard C-130s to rural Alaskan villages for Operation Santa Claus? Or the Salvation Army‘s presence at the Anchorage Christmas tree-lighting ceremony? The implications of NOT overriding this veto are far reaching! This vote is very important.
If you want to show up and fight for the Campbell Creek Estuary, today is the day.
While the mayor is distracting the city by conducting city business in a way that doesn’t represent the values of the city, I wonder what we’re being distracted from. The port? The bridge? The Party Planner? What?
We’ll keep figuring that out, but in the mean time, some rather eclectic backlash has made it’s way to my mail box.
The Shannyn Moore Show is back LIVE today,Tuesday, July 27th from 11am-2pm AST/3pm-6pm EST on KUDO 1080 Anchorage/KXLJ 1330 Juneau. Stream the show here!

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Experimental aircraft speeds to more than 3,000 mph in test flight
An aircraft resembling a shark-nosed missile detached from a flying B-52 bomber and then shot above the Pacific Ocean at more than 3,000 mph in a historic test flight for the Air Force — and for the future of aviation.
The unmanned X-51A WaveRider sped westward for four minutes, reaching Mach 5.1, or more than five times the speed of sound, before plunging into the ocean as planned.
It flew for longer than any other aircraft of its kind and traveled more than 264 miles, reigniting decades-long efforts to develop a vehicle that could travel faster than a speeding bullet.
A passenger aircraft traveling at that speed could fly from Los Angeles to New York City in less than an hour.
The Air Force has been flirting with hypersonic technology for more than half a century with little success. Aerospace engineers say that harnessing technology capable of sustaining hypersonic speeds is crucial to the next generation of missiles, military aircraft, spacecraft and even passenger planes.
The X-51A, built and tested in Southern California, was powered by an air-breathing engine that has no moving parts. But the technology has been exceedingly difficult to perfect, until Wednesday’s flight.
“It was a full mission success,” said Charlie Brink, X-51A program manager for the Air Force Research Laboratory Aerospace Systems Directorate. “I believe all we have learned from the X-51A WaveRider will serve as the bedrock for future hypersonics research and ultimately the practical application of hypersonic flight.”
The X-51A took off from Edwards Air Force Base, slung under the wing of a B-52 bomber. At about 50,000 feet, near Point Mugu, it was released like a bomb and engaged a solid rocket booster that accelerated it to Mach 4.8 in about 26 seconds.
After separating from the booster, the X-51A scramjet engine then lit and sped to Mach 5.1 at 60,000 feet.
A scramjet engine involves hydrocarbon fuel injected into the combustion chamber, where it mixes with air rushing through the chamber and is ignited. The X-51A then is designed to ride its own shock wave; hence, the WaveRider nickname.
After the flight, the 14-foot cruiser hit the Pacific Ocean and broke up. There are no plans to recover it.
Although the aircraft was designed to reach Mach 6, engineers said they were happy because the program objective was to prove the viability of air-breathing, high-speed scramjet propulsion.
This was the last of four test X-51A vehicles originally conceived when the $300-million technology demonstration program began in 2004. None of the other flights went the distance.
Work on the X-51A was done by Boeing Co.'s research center in Huntington Beach and Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne in Canoga Park. All told, 370 seconds’ worth of data were collected from the experiment.
“This demonstration of a practical hypersonic scramjet engine is a historic achievement that has been years in the making,” said Darryl Davis, president of Boeing’s secretive Phantom Works division.
“This test proves the technology has matured to the point that it opens the door to practical applications, such as advanced defense systems and more cost-effective access to space.”
The Pentagon believes that hypersonic missiles are the best way to hit a target in an hour or less. The only vehicle that the military has in its inventory with that kind of capability is the massive, nuclear-tipped intercontinental ballistic missile.
Other means of hitting a distant target, such as cruise missiles and long-range bomber planes, can take hours to reach their destination.
The Pentagon has funded major hypersonic technology programs over the last several decades, most notably with the X-15 rocket plane that was built by North American Aviation and flew in the 1960s.
The Pentagon said it spent as much as $2 billion on hypersonic technologies and supporting engineering in the last 20 years.
For now, there is no immediate successor to the X-51A program.
The Air Force said that it would continue hypersonic research on other programs and that the success of the X-51A probably would find its way to the high-speed strike weapon program, which is currently in its early formation phase.
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Reopening gyms is a priority and the facilities will be among the first to reopen when lockdown is eased, a minister has said.
Eluned Morgan, minister for mental health, wellbeing and Welsh language, said the Welsh Government recognised the importance exercise had on mental health, and said they were keen to reopen gyms as soon as possible.
During a press conference on Monday, where she announced fresh mental health support for young people, she was asked about the importance of gyms and leisure centres in helping with mental health.
When asked about the priority of reopening such facilities, she said: "We absolutely recognise the amazing difference that keeping fit can have on someone's mental health.
"That's why we were actually really reluctant to close down gyms and that's why when we reopen, it will be one of the first things that we will try and consider.
"We have a very clear pathway now for what gets reopened and when, so gyms are very much in those early opening areas that we would like to focus on."
Gyms and leisure centres were made to close when the new lockdown came into place in December.
People are now only allowed to exercise outdoors if it starts and ends at home.
However, people will now be allowed to meet up with one other member from one other local household for exercise, which should start and end at a person's home.
You can also meet a different person from different households on separate occasions.


Junior Jacob Priday
April 30, 2007
Mizzou junior Jacob Priday was named the Co-Big 12 Conference Player of the Week, as announced by the conference office on Monday. Last weekend, Priday hit .545 (6-for-11) with three home runs and nine RBI in the Tigers' three-game sweep of Texas Tech.
All six of Priday's hits over the weekend were extra-base hits as he drove in nine runs and scored six in the series.
Priday connected for a two-run home run in the series opener, then had two hits in game two with an RBI triple in the first inning and a two-run double in the third. He finished the weekend with a two-home run game in the series finale. After he drove in a run with a double in the first, he hit a two-run homer in the third inning. Priday then hit his fifth home run of the season to lead off the sixth inning.
For the season, Priday is hitting .289 and is tied for the team lead with five home runs. Over the last seven games, Priday has a .517 batting average with five doubles, two triples and three home runs.
Priday shared this week's award with Blake Stouffer of Texas A&M, who hit .500 with three home runs and nine RBI last week against Baylor.
The award is the second conference award for a Tiger this year, as sophomore Rick Zagone was named Co-Big 12 Pitcher of the Week on April 9.
The Tigers will host Missouri State at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday in the final home midweek game of the season. This weekend, Mizzou will travel to Austin, Texas to face Big 12 leading Texas in a three-game series. Missouri is in second in the Big 12 with a 12-6 league record and a 31-12 overall mark.
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Clarion VZ409E Touch Screen DVD games system + Free View TV
Free view box + aerial (this needs the aerial cable fixing as I had to cut it)
3 Remotes - 1 for Stereo, 1 for games and one for free view box.
1 DVD Game - Can't remember what its called.
This cost over...
Need your opinion please guys,
i've uprated my speakers to infinitys and i'm now looking at a new headunit,
as the 1 in my car is a crappy panasonic.
i've got my eye on a kenwood or clarion ...what do you guys recommend ?
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New Delhi | Jagran Education Desk: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to announce the results for the Class 10 Board exams on Tuesday, June 14. The results will be declared on the board's official website. It was earlier expected to be released on June 13, the day the Board released Class 12 exam results.
On Monday, the CBSE declared the results for Class 12 exams 2020 but did not release a merit list for the same in view of exceptional circumstances amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Students who appeared for CBSE Class 10 Board exams 2020 can check their results on the Board’s official website - cbse.nic.in and cbseresults.nic.in.
The CBSE had cancelled all pending Class 10 and 12 exams that were scheduled to be conducted between July 1 and July 15. The Board had also said that the results will be announced by July 15 based on the new assessment scheme.
In the Class 12 exam results, girls outshone boys by 5.96 per cent. While the pass percentage of girls is 92.15 per cent, that of boys is 86.19 per cent, this year. Over 1.57 lakh students have scored above 90 per cent, while over 38,000 have scored more than 95 per cent marks. A total of 11.92 lakh candidates had appeared for the class 12 examination.
The central government had informed the Supreme Court on June 25 that Class 12 students who wish to appear for a reexamination will be given an option for the same. For those who don't wish to appear for reexamination, the assessment will be done on the basis of their performance in the last two exams.
Students can check their CBSE Class 10 Exam Results 2020 on the Board's official website cbse.nic.in. They can also log on to cbseresults.nic.in and results.nic.in to check their scores. Here are a few simple steps you need to follow to check your CBSE Class 10 Exam Result 2020 online:
1. Log on to the official Board website cbse.nic.in. You can also check the result at cbseresults.nic.in and results.nic.in
2. For Class 10 results, there is a separate link on the website saying "CBSE Class 10th Board Results".
3. Fill your enrollment number and others details as required in the specific fields.
4. The result will appear on the website, which can de downloaded for future reference.
5. Students are advised to keep their admit cards handy while checking the resuls online as they will be required to fill details like roll number, etc.
Where else can you check the result
This year, students will not have to visit their schools or zonal office to collect their results. The students will get digital marksheet this year that can be downloaded from DigiLocker app.
Other than the Board's official website, the results for Class 10 Board exams 2020 will also be provided by the Board through other facilities like IVRS Facility, DigiLocker App (digilocker.gov.in), UMANG App, DigiResults App and Microsoft SMS Organiser App.
CBSE Class 10 Exam Result - Last Year's Statistics
In 2019, a total of 17, 61,078 students appeared for CBSE Class 10 Board exams out of which 91.1 per cent candidates passed the exams. Girls outclassed boys by over 2 per cent.
13 students obtained 499 out of 500 and shared the top position which included - Siddhant Pengoriya, Yogesh Kumar Gupta, Divyansh Wadhwa, Ankur Mishra, Manya, Vatsal Varshney, Taru Jain, Aryan Jha, Bhavana N Sivadas, Ish Madan, Divjot Kaur Jaggi, Apoorva Jain and Shivani Lath.


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There is never going to be any second-guessing with what you’re going to receive when you place a Harpdog Brown disc onto your player. It’s going to be pure, traditional sounding blues that’s fun, often with a touch of humor. Brown blows harp in the classic Sonny Boy Williamson and Little Walter manner and does it with precision and style. That’s exactly what you get with his latest release, What It Is . . . . This is music that makes you want to move. Makes you want to feel good and have a good time. None of that stereotyped depressing blues played by an old guy sitting on a porch in overalls with a beat-up guitar. That’s not what the blues are really about. And Harpdog Brown is here to show you exactly what it can really mean.
After a few years working in a duet format with piano player Graham Guest, What It Is . . . steps back to Brown’s original traditional bluesy playing that pays a lot of homage to the sensational blues acts that held court in Chicago during the 1950s-60s. And even though he originally hails from Edmonton, now living in Vancouver, you’d think this award-winning Canadian bluesman was born, raised and cut his teeth along Maxwell Street. Brown even throws in few of the Windy City masters’ tracks into the mix with Little Walter’s “Blue Lights,” Howlin’ Wolf’s “All Night Boogie” and Sonny Boy II’s “In My Younger Days” to let you know he can put it there with the best. Also covered is a nice jumping rendition of Wynonie Harris’ “Git to Gittin’ Baby.” But for the most part, Brown’s sharp songwriting is the focus on this disc. His hand was involved in penning nine of the fourteen tracks, with several co-written by drummer John R. Hunter.
Recorded live at Oakstone Studios in Victoria, British Columbia in January 2014, Brown hooks back up with long-time friend, guitarist Jordan Edwards and a rhythm section that includes the aforementioned John Hunter on drums and bassman George Fenn. This is a solid line-up that can easily make a song burn, sizzle and even swing when the direction calls for it. And they do just that on a number of outstanding songs, including “Facebook Woman,” the story of his girlfriend who is always online speaking to strange men and seeking new friends,yet he never sees her face in his own; the snappy step behind “How Come” with Edwards laying down a nice West Coast groove on a guitar solo, something he applies again nicely on “No Money In The Till”; and “Headin’ Out” runs a “Smokestack Lightnin’” groove as a nod to Howlin’ Wolf. The singing and harp work, both diatonic and chromatic, are over the top on all tracks.
What It Is . . . is certainly an album to pick up if you’re looking for that authentic traditional blues sound. Harpdog Brown has captured the sound and feel superbly. And he definitely proves that the blues is fun music, despite those old stereotypes.
Total Time: 59:34
Doncha Know I Love You / How Come / If Ya Wanna Grow Old / Whiskey Bottle / No Money In The Till / Git Ta Gittin’ Baby / Facebook Woman / Blue Lights / Cheatin’ n Lyin’ / Big Rockin’ Daddy / All Night Boogie / In My Younger Days / What It Is / Headin’ Out

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Delving into government-led social housing schemes in Brazil, Egypt and Chile, we discover that's not how much money spent on development, but innovation in tackling the problem, that differentiates a good program from a bad one.
For the second installation of our #urbaneconomies series, we look at the role of funding and policy in growing tech and non-tech entrepreneurship in Cairo, using Daniel Isenberg’s Domains of the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem as a guide.
An experiment by the University of Cambridge's top criminologists found that 21 extra minutes of police patrol per day in crime 'hot spots' can reduce crime rates by 39% and save the British taxpayer thousands in prison costs.
With almost a third of the global population living without access to toilets, innovators across the world are coming up with ingenious, self-sustaining solutions. Instead of just cleaning out human waste, these toilets can recycle that waste into new products at the lowest cost.

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PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Crews have secured three runaway barges on the Ohio River.
According to Allegheny County emergency dispatchers, the barges apparently came loose at Brunot’s Island this afternoon.
Officials say a towboat was called in to corral the barges.
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Prior to co-founding Tyga-Box Systems, Marty was senior tax accountant at the NYC law firm of Schulte Roth & Zabel, specializing in estate and gift planning and international grant making. His grant making work involved resolving legal issues that paved the way to provide funding for victims of rape and genocide in Bosnia, the opening of the first free reading libraries in China and dissemination of news to the Russian public during the collapse of the Soviet Union.
In the early stage of personal computers, Marty contributed to developing one of the first estate planning software applications, and co-authored several published articles on trust and estate planning and charitable giving. Marty is past President of a financially-challenged Manhattan cooperative apartment building, where he led directors and shareholders through a major capital improvement project and a restructuring of the building’s finances, thereby avoiding imminent bankruptcy and loss of shareholder equity in their homes. That experience led to the founding of Tyga-Box Systems.

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No te preocupes hija, estamos bien, my mom says reassuringly to me over the phone as we discuss the current state of the United States.
As nations around the world begin to ease their lockdown restrictions, the U.S. reports over 100k deaths from the COVID-19 outbreak (McCarthy and Singh 2020). Other sources report that the death toll reached over 105K deaths at the end of May 2020 and continue to rise (DW 2020, McCarty and Singh 2020). Although this virus does not discriminate between hosts, inherent social discrimination within the U.S. marginalizes racial and ethnic communities and their access to healthcare, making this a political and social disease.
Over recent months, the U.S. received worldwide criticism regarding its insufficient approach in the management of the COVID-19 outbreak (Blow 2020, Minhaj 2020, Strasser 2020, Zurcher 2020). During the height of the outbreak, reports of people leaving the house without a mask or appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) show the lack of support of public health interventions strategies to limit the spread of the virus (Blow 2020, Minhaj 2020, Strasser 2020). Although the Trump Administration took broader measures to limit the spread of the virus such as: mass travel restrictions, mobilization of medical equipment and the CARES Act, it inherently failed in protecting those who fell outside the normalized demographics (Minhaj 2020, Strasser 2020, Zurcher 2020, U.S. Department of the Treasury 2020). The Trump Administration failed to implement social distancing measures that could have lowered the reported infection rates and national death count by an estimated 80% (Minhaj 2020). Moreover, this administration has approached the COVID-19 outbreak with a clear political bias. One rooted in the iniquitous philosophy behind the nation’s social hierarchy.
Nevertheless, some criticisms support the Trump Administration’s COVID-19 tactics. One argument is that the curve of the virus has “somewhat” flattened due to the “patchwork of shutdowns and social-distancing” measures taken throughout the U.S. However, the flattened curve of the outbreak should not be attributed to the ‘good doing’ of the Trump Administration, as these measures were handled by individual state governments (Zurcher 2020). It is even more apparent that the U.S. health infrastructure requires support in combating the COVID-19 outbreak (Minhaj 2020). The demands of the COVID-19 pandemic have added to the already present systemic violence that stems from social and structural inequality. In addition to the criticisms revolving the Trump Administration’s lacked enforcement of public health measures, President Donald Trump received criticism on his recent twitter posts threatening community demonstrations with
military action (Figure 1). Particularly on how hypocritical the President’s response was to the Black Lives Matter demonstrations given the lack of federal support in managing COVID-19 cases throughout the outbreak. It is not unknown that the U.S. social structure operates within a dichotomous reality in which right v. wrong and peace v. violence are on two blurred sides of the spectrum.
Historically, the term structural violence was employed by social scientists to understand institutionalized violence (Farmer 2004, 307). Paul Farmer defines structural violence as “violence exerted systematically—that is, indirectly—by everyone who belongs to a certain social order…” (Farmer 2004, 307). Moreover, this concept can highlight the complexities within these social systems in which the individuals “become part of oppressive systems and reproduce domination” (Alinia 2015). This concept underpins the benefits and consequences within each level of a social structure and aims to inform “the study of the social machinery of oppression” (Farmer 2004, 307). Furthermore, if we deconstruct the concept entirely, the term structure and the term violence bare their own epistemological inquiries and motivations (Farmer 2004).
In the context of the U.S., structural violence is at the epicenter of inequality in which race, religion, and gender are paired with socio-economic, socio-political, and other social factors (Blow 2020). These interactions expose the health characteristics of the
privileged and less-privileged members of society. For example, Black communities have a higher prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as stroke, diabetes, and other NCDs comparatively than the rest of the U.S. (Blow 2020, Council on Black Health 2020). Additionally, early reports of the pandemic showcase that Black people are disproportionately more affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, for example, representing 33% of COVID-19 cases in 14 U.S. hospitals (Kirby 2020). The problem in the U.S. is that violence is normalized—oppressing those within the lower tiers of the social hierarchy. The COVID-19 outbreak did not create these health inequities; however, these systemic issues disproportionately affect Black communities and People of Color (POC) communities (Blow 2020, Council on Black Health 2020). For instance, limited to no access to healthcare among racial or ethnic populations throughout the U.S. (Kirby 2020). Public demonstrations and discussions surfacing on all social media platforms across the world have raised concerns regarding the nature of the COVID-19 pandemic and tensions within our social structures.
In the final days of May of 2020, demonstrations across the U.S. were ignited after the death of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin (MacInnes et al. 2020, BBC News US & Canada 2020). Although Chauvin was detained and charged for the murder of George Floyd, a reality of this situation is that Chauvin was allowed to live his life freely for a few days prior to his arrest. It was only because of the public condemnation of the justice systems omittances that Chauvin and the three other officers complicit in George Floyds death were arrested and charged for second degree murder (Campbell et al. 2020). This is stated to be the doing of national and global protests (Campbell et al. 2020). Although news sources state, “the Floyd case has reignited US anger over police killings of Black Americans”, frustrations regarding police brutality against specific racial and ethnic communities within the U.S. remains a reality prior to and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic (BBC News US & Canada 2020, Council on Black Health 2020). These realities are symptoms of systematic oppression within the law enforcement infrastructure and beyond. The COVID-19 pandemic places further strain on social cohesiveness within the U.S., bringing to light the inequalities that have dominated the lives of many Americans.
On May 30th, 2020, demonstrations were conducted outside of the Reno City Hall in my hometown in Reno, NV, USA (Figure 2). The demonstration began around the early part of a Saturday afternoon, in which an atmosphere of unity and solidarity was felt among the participants (Alonzo et al. 2020). Leaders of the protest urged demonstrators to not injure the message of the movement and to go home after the demonstration, ultimately urging for a non-violent movement. However, as violence ensued at the later part of the demonstration, a State of Emergency was declared (Alonzo et al. 2020). Minoo Alinia (2015) states that the struggles faced by racial and ethnic communities are not “isolated phenomenon detached from greater struggles for social justice” (Alinia 2015, 2337). Furthermore, that “struggle against all forms of domination and subordination necessitates dialogue, solidarity, and coalitions across groups and movements” (Alinia 2015, 2338). The hypocrisy within broader social discourse in asking Black communities to sustain a system and not incite violence in a society which constantly inflicts violence upon these communities is telling of the inherently systemic issues present in U.S. society.
In considering the trauma behind the manifestations of these demonstrations, the desire for freedom is clear. Organizers have coordinated response measures towards the violence that is often associated with protesting. However, demonstrators also face the social and physiological stress of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many demonstrators across the U.S. have urged the use of PPE during demonstrations to limit the spread of COVID- 19, even more so as this virus affects the more socially vulnerable within this context. An additional challenge to the right to demonstration and maintaining public health
recommendations is the use of tear gas by police and military personnel, a tactic used to control large crowds. These were used by police personnel in the Reno, NV protest once the demonstration had escalated, affecting demonstrators and innocent bystanders who removed their masks gasping for air (Alonzo et al. 2020). Conversely, using face coverings to incite violence in a demonstration intended to be peaceful and safe creates a juxtaposition between fear of violence and fear of the virus. Due to systemic inequality, the viral outbreak transformed into a political stance, minimizing the experiences of those affected by the virus and social injustices.
Despite the U.S. government’s lack of public health intervention, there is evidence that these issues are being addressed by organizations and organizers of the protests, such as sharing relevant information on digital platforms (Figure 3) (Council on Black Health 2020). The scarcity of PPE for healthcare personnel on the front lines showcases how PPE is a privileged resource not as easily accessible to the health care infrastructure, let alone the general public (Minhaj 2020). Within the context of the USA, the responsibility of tackling the impacts of COVID-19 should be on the U.S. government and wider society to fight against the spread of the virus, and dismantle prejudiced social systems that further perpetuate an inequitable healthcare structure. The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to challenge aspects of the U.S. social structure and how it operates.
Declaration of Media Content: Please note that the images within this article are supplementary and aid in piecing together the complexities surrounding the BLM Movement and the COVID-19 Pandemic. Given the scope of this article, this is one piece of a larger social issue. For more information on COVID-19 and the BLM Movement, please check out these web sources:
Alinia, Minoo. “On Black Feminist Thought: thinking oppression and resistance through intersectional paradigm.” (2015). Ethnic and Racial Studies, 38: 13, 2334-2340. doi: 10.1080/01419870.2015.1058492.
Alonzo, Amy, Siobhan McAndrew and Benjamin Spillman. “Updates: Reno mayor declares a State of Emergency, describes some of damages to City Hall.” Reno Gazette Journal (2020). Accessed: May 31, 2020. https://eu.rgj.com/story/news/2020/05/30/hundreds-gather-reno-protest-george- floyds-death/5291340002/
BBC News US & Canada. “George Floyd death: widespread unrest as curfews defied across US.” BBC News US & Canada May 31st, 2020. Accessed: May 31st, 2020. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52865206
Blow, Charles M. “The Racial Time Bomb in the COVID-19 Crisis.” The New York Times (2020). Accessed: June 5th, 2020. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/01/opinion/coronavirus-black-people.html
Council on Black Health. Coronavirus update. Council on Black Health CBH (2020). Accessed June 5th, 2020. https://councilbh.org/coronavirus-update/
DW News. “Coronavirus: US can expect 100,000 to 200,000 deaths.” May 29th, 2020. Accessed: May 31st, 2020. https://p.dw.com/p/3aATC
DW News. “George Floyd killings: Fresh protests as Trump Threatens to call in US military.” May 29th, 2020. Accessed: May 31st, 2020. https://p.dw.com/p/3d30J
Farmer, Paul. “An Anthropology of Structural Violence.” Current Anthropology 45, no. 3 (2004): 305-325. Accessed: May 31, 2020. doi: 10.1086/382250
Kirby, Tony. “Evidence mounts on the disproportionate effect of COVID-19 on ethnic minorities.” The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, May 8th, 2020. Accessed: June 1st, 2020. https://www.thelancet.com/pdfs/journals/lanres/PIIS2213-2600(20)30228-9.pdf
Loera, Ashley. Black Lives Matter Movement Photo from Reno NV, USA. May 30th, 2020. Accessed: May 31, 2020.
Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria. Protesting Safely Social Media Instagram post. May 30th, 2020. Accessed: June 1st, 2020.
MacInnes, Paul, Martin Farrer, Vivian Ho, Julia Carrie Wong, Joan E Greve, and Tom McCarthy. George Floyd protests: man killed in Detroit as demonstrations rage across US- as it happened.” The Guardian. May 30th, 2020. Accessed: May 31st, 2020.
McCarthy, Tom, and Maanvi Singh. “US passes 100,000 coronavirus deaths as states relax lockdown measures.” The Guardian. May 28th, 2020. Accessed: May 31st, 2020. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/may/27/us-coronavirus-deaths- toll-1000000
Minhaj, Hasan. “Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj: How Coronavirus Broke America.” June 2nd, 2020. Netflix. Accessed: June 2nd, 2020. Netflix.com
Strasser, Franz narrated by Hannah Long-Higgins. “Coronavirus: The lost six weeks when US failed to contain outbreak.” BBC News US & Canada (2020). Accessed: May 31st, 2020. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-us-canada- 52622037/coronavirus-the-lost-six-weeks-when-us-failed-to-contain-outbreak
U.S. Department of the Treasury. “The CARES Act Works for All Americans.” U.S. Department of the Treasury (2020). Accessed: May 31st, 2020. https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/cares
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Honey, that delectable condiment for breads and fruits, could be one sweet solution to the serious, ever-growing problem of bacterial resistance to antibiotics, researchers said here today.
Medical professionals sometimes use honey successfully as a topical dressing, but it could play a larger role in fighting infections, the researchers predicted. Their study was part of the 247th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS), the world's largest scientific society.
The meeting, attended by thousands of scientists, features more than 10,000 reports on new advances in science and other topics. It is being held at the Dallas Convention Center and area hotels through Thursday.
"The unique property of honey lies in its ability to fight infection on multiple levels, making it more difficult for bacteria to develop resistance," said study leader Susan M. Meschwitz, Ph.D. That is, it uses a combination of weapons, including hydrogen peroxide, acidity, osmotic effect, high sugar concentration and polyphenols — all of which actively kill bacterial cells, she explained. The osmotic effect, which is the result of the high sugar concentration in honey, draws water from the bacterial cells, dehydrating and killing them.
In addition, several studies have shown that honey inhibits the formation of biofilms, or communities of slimy disease-causing bacteria, she said. "Honey may also disrupt quorum sensing, which weakens bacterial virulence, rendering the bacteria more susceptible to conventional antibiotics," Meschwitz said. Quorum sensing is the way bacteria communicate with one another, and may be involved in the formation of biofilms. In certain bacteria, this communication system also controls the release of toxins, which affects the bacteria's pathogenicity, or their ability to cause disease.
Meschwitz, who is with Salve Regina University in Newport, R.I., said another advantage of honey is that unlike conventional antibiotics, it doesn't target the essential growth processes of bacteria. The problem with this type of targeting, which is the basis of conventional antibiotics, is that it results in the bacteria building up resistance to the drugs.
Honey is effective because it is filled with healthful polyphenols, or antioxidants, she said. These include the phenolic acids, caffeic acid, p-coumaric acid and ellagic acid, as well as many flavonoids. "Several studies have demonstrated a correlation between the non-peroxide antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of honey and the presence of honey phenolics," she added. A large number of laboratory and limited clinical studies have confirmed the broad-spectrum antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties of honey, according to Meschwitz.
She said that her team also is finding that honey has antioxidant properties and is an effective antibacterial. "We have run standard antioxidant tests on honey to measure the level of antioxidant activity," she explained. "We have separated and identified the various antioxidant polyphenol compounds. In our antibacterial studies, we have been testing honey's activity against E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, among others."
A press conference on this topic will be held Sunday, March 16, at 4:30 p.m. Central time in Room A122/A123 of the Dallas Convention Center. Reporters can attend in person or access live video of the event and ask questions at the ACS Ustream channel http://www.ustream.tv/channel/acslive.
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Bioactive constituents in honey: Antimicrobial and antibiofilm effects
Honey is the oldest natural sweetener and has been known for its medicinal uses since ancient times. A large number of in vitro and limited clinical studies have confirmed the broad-spectrum antimicrobial (antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral) properties of honey, which are mainly attributed to a combination of hydrogen peroxide, acidity, osmotic effect, high sugar concentration, and antioxidants. However, the precise mode of antibacterial action is only just beginning to be understood. Several studies have demonstrated a correlation between the non-peroxide antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of honey and the presence of honey phenolics. Although the specific polyphenols found in honey vary with nectar source and region, the most common phenolics found in honey include the phenolic acids caffeic acid, p-coumaric acid, and ellagic acid and the flavonoids quercetin, apigenin, galangin, pinocembrin, kaempferol, luteolin, and chrysin. The antimicrobial properties of honey might only represent one facet of its anti-infective potential and may involve other mechanisms. Recently, the effect of honey on the inhibition and prevention of bacterial biofilm formation and the interruption of bacterial cell-cell communication systems has been investigated but the constituents responsible for this effect have not been determined. In order to understand the unusual ability that honey has to fight infections, we have investigated additional constituents of honey that may provide alternative modes of antibacterial action.
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Cancer diagnosis: no more needles?
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Less is more? Gene switch for healthy aging found
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The more electronics steer, accelerate and brake cars, the more important it is to protect them against cyber-attacks. That is why 15 partners from industry and academia will work together over the next three years on new approaches to IT security in self-driving cars. The joint project goes by the name Security For Connected, Autonomous Cars (SecForCARs) and has funding of €7.2 million from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Infineon is leading the project.
Vehicles already offer diverse communication interfaces and more and more automated functions, such as distance and lane-keeping assist systems. At the same...
A research team led by physicists at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has developed molecular nanoswitches that can be toggled between two structurally different states using an applied voltage. They can serve as the basis for a pioneering class of devices that could replace silicon-based components with organic molecules.
The development of new electronic technologies drives the incessant reduction of functional component sizes. In the context of an international collaborative...
At the LASYS 2018, from June 5th to 7th, the Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH) will be showcasing processes for the laser material processing of tomorrow in hall 4 at stand 4E75. With blown bomb shells the LZH will present first results of a research project on civil security.
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There are videos on the internet that can make one marvel at technology. For example, a smartphone is casually bent around the arm or a thin-film display is rolled in all directions and with almost every diameter. From the user's point of view, this looks fantastic. From a professional point of view, however, the question arises: Is that already possible?
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Tito’s Handmade Vodka, noted as “America’s Original Craft Vodka,” donated a gift of specially-made hand sanitizer to care facilities statewide.
Boxes are stacked in a conference room at the Arizona Health Care Association, according to a press release.
The Arizona Health Care Association, which is said to be Arizona’s largest professional long term care association and advocacy organization, represents skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities by providing long term care services to residents.
“We’ve been moving these crates out as fast as we can,” said AHCA Executive Director David A. Voepel in a prepared statement.
“All our members – nursing homes and assisted living communities – need this stuff and they are so happy to get it, especially when it’s free!”
Expressing thanks to Tito’s, Mr. Voepel described the difficulty of accessing needed supplies while the price is “higher than ever,” for items from basic personal protective equipment to hand sanitizer.
“Tito’s kindness is a big morale boost to our health care heroes who continue to spend long, difficult hours caring for vulnerable, high-risk patients,” he added.
In March, Texas-based Tito’s pivoted its operation by initially producing 24 tons of hand sanitizer for emergency management officials, healthcare providers, nonprofits and other critical personnel, the release said.
So far, the company has produced and donated over 325 total tons of hand sanitizer to those in need in more than 25 states, including Arizona.
“Everything we do at Tito’s is rooted in giving back to communities, and we’re honored to supply hand sanitizer to the Arizona Health Care Association to aid Arizona’s nursing homes and assisted living communities,” said Courtney Bennett, Arizona & New Mexico Area Manager at Tito’s Handmade Vodka in a prepared statement.
“We’ll continue to produce and donate hand sanitizer for as long as there is a need, as well as support nonprofit organizations, healthcare systems and communities, to help the folks making a difference during this pandemic.”


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It seems the roads are finally cleared, after three days of being snowed in. Last night, the temperature dropped to 8 below - c-c-c-cold!!! I'm so grateful that Jentel has such an amazing central heating system. We felt the cold, but not terribly. Of course, I was wearing two layers of long underwear under my regular clothes, so maybe that had something to do with it.
Yesterday I broke out my carving tools and carved the block above. It's based on some of my bovine neighbors here. The print is below.
It's simple, but I like to think that it is deceptively so. The cows are printed on abaca-cornhusk paper. Corn is the basis for our food system. Steer calves, like those my neighbors will drop in the spring, will be transported to a CAFO in someplace like Salinas, Kansas, where they will be fed corn until they bulk up enough for slaughter.
The corn they are fed has been fertilized heavily with petroleum-based chemicals. It may or may not have also been sprayed with pesticides, or it may have been Bt corn, or both. So through the combination of the paper and print, this piece abbreviates a food system structure that is contributing to global warming, our continued petroleum dependency, and human health issues (not to mention animal cruelty).
On an end note, two days ago, I found a little surprise in my desk drawer. Postcards from past residents of my studio! They contain advice such as,"Make friends with the bugs, the studios have a lot of them," and "Take a least one hike in the thousand acres, you might see a porcupine sitting in a tree," and "You won't leave here the same person - so I hope you weren't too attached to your old self," and "Pay attention - but not too much - and liquor is as important as food."


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HARRISBURG, Pa., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Anglers from across the state are gearing up to fish their favorite spots at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, which marks the traditional statewide opening day of trout season.
Since mid-February, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has been busy stocking waterways with a fresh supply of brook, brown and rainbow trout. And with approximately 3.2 million adult trout stocked in lakes and creeks, along with more than 10,000 miles of wild trout waters, anglers will have plenty of opportunities to catch a stocked or wild trout.
Based on participation in the PFBC's two Mentored Youth Trout Days, PFBC Executive Director John Arway expects large crowds of anglers on the waterways enjoying time with friends and family.
"We've sold more than 8,500 voluntary youth licenses and have issued more than 17,500 mentored youth permits," he said. "That's a tremendous number of kids and their adult mentors who have already been out practicing their fishing skills this season. With warmer weather finally arriving, I think they'll be fishing again this weekend, along with the other anglers who enjoy the opening day tradition."
Anglers can keep a daily combined species creel of five trout, at least seven inches in length. A license is required for anyone 16 and older and a trout permit is required for trout fishing in all wild and stocked trout waters.
Trout season opened April 4 in 18 southcentral and southeastern counties, including Adams, Berks, Bucks, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Delaware, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Montgomery, Northampton, Perry, Philadelphia, Schuylkill, and York.
Arway adds that anglers who use smartphones can use the PFBC's new "FishBoatPA" app to better navigate the Keystone State's streams and lakes.
"The app helps anglers see which waters have been stocked with trout, how to get to those locations easily, and what other access areas are near their current fishing spot," he said. "The use of smartphones has skyrocketed, so we have found a way to improve the fishing and boating experience for our anglers and boaters. Now they can spend less time looking for information and more time fishing and boating."
In addition to providing access to stocking pages, the new mobile app allows anglers to post photos of their catches under "My Trophies." Anglers are also invited to post their opening day photos on the PFBC's Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/790313307731647.
The "FishBoatPA" app is available for free on both Google's Play Store and Apple's App Store.
Also this year, adult anglers are enjoying a first-ever $1 decrease in the price of their fishing license.
"This is our way of saying 'thank you' to our loyal customers," added Arway. "And at the same time, we think the price reduction will attract lapsed anglers back to the sport."
The PFBC announced last fall that it was reducing the price of resident, non-resident and senior resident annual licenses by $1 for the entire 2015 season. The discount is part of a marketing campaign to highlight the sport's affordability to families and younger audiences and to persuade lapsed anglers to return. It's being promoted under the slogan "Catch the Value!" (Twitter - #CatchTheValue)
With the discount, the price of a resident annual license is $20; non-resident annual $50; 3-year resident $60; 3-year non-resident $150; 5-year resident $100; and 5-year non-resident $250. Trout/salmon permits, Lake Erie permits and combo permits are not included in the price reduction.
For more information, or to purchase licenses and permits, visit www.GoneFishingPA.com or any of the more than 900 licensing agents across the state.
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Gas Engineer Shortlisted for National Award for Making a Difference During Lockdown
29th June 2020
A gas engineer from whg has been shortlisted for a national award for making a difference during lockdown.
Darren Cook has been nominated for a HQN Frontline Stars Award after he clocked up hundreds of miles, working as part of a team to deliver in excess of 5000 food parcels to some of Walsall’s most vulnerable households.
Darren, who has continued to carry out emergency repairs and gas servicing as part of whg’s asset management team, also supported the community hubs which were set up by Walsall Council to coordinate the borough’s response to the pandemic.
Darren was the project champion in starting up the food hub delivery work, delivering food and prescription parcels to not just whg’s vulnerable customers but also assisting Walsall Council reaching out to the wider community across the Walsall area. So far he has helped deliver 5,200 food parcels 150 prescriptions, 267 activity boxes and 19 Fathers’ Day boxes.
whg’s Chief Executive Gary Fulford said: “At the start of the pandemic we decided to make colleagues available to support other statutory and voluntary sector groups during the pandemic.
“Darren had no hesitation in putting himself forward. He quickly gained a rapport with local charities and supported the development of critical food hubs and co-ordinated a small of team of delivery drivers to ensure vulnerable residents received essential supplies and prescriptions. His enthusiasm and tenacity has also seen him negotiate with local companies for free food and supplies, even securing two electrical cool boxes to help transport fresh meat.
“He’s a very deserving finalist.”
All those shortlisted now go forward to the final.


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Most people don’t think about drug and alcohol evaluations often, but this professional assessment is a standard process at most rehab centers. Drug and alcohol evaluations can also be critical for individuals arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The good news is this type of evaluation process can help people determine the best course of treatment for substance use challenges.
What Is A Drug and Alcohol Evaluation?
A drug and alcohol evaluation is a professional assessment of an individual's drug and alcohol use. The evaluation usually includes a review of the person's drug and alcohol use history, as well as a discussion of their current substance use. They may also ask about their family history, mental health, and other factors that could contribute to substance abuse.
The goal of the evaluation is to determine if the person has an addiction problem. Once the clinician has gathered all the information needed, they will decide whether the person has a problem with drugs or alcohol. If so, the clinician will develop a treatment plan to help the individual overcome their addiction.
What To Expect During A Drug and Alcohol Assessment
Drug and alcohol evaluations typically take place in two parts. Initially, the evaluator screens for potential problems by asking specific questions. If the responses indicate a substance use disorder, the evaluator’s next step is to determine the nature of the problem and the appropriate treatment.
Most drug or alcohol assessments generally take 60-90 minutes. During that time, a certified addiction specialist will take an in-depth look at your situation and provide answers to any questions you may have. The process typically includes:
- Initial screening to determine if there is, in fact, a substance use problem.
- An assessment that evaluates the severity and depth of substance use.
- Follow-up screenings as needed.
- Referral services to local treatment programs that provide the necessary services
Drug and alcohol evaluations also involve answering questions regarding:
- Substance use history
- Family history of substance abuse
- Current drug and alcohol use patterns and habits
- Mental and emotional health
- Physical health and medical issues
Questions Commonly Asked During A Drug & Alcohol Evaluation
Generally, the questions asked focus on individuals’ history of drug use, current use, and opinions on drug legalization. By asking these questions, evaluators can better understand individuals’ relationships with drugs and alcohol.
Some of the most common questions asked include:
- What substances do you use?
- When did you first start drinking alcohol and using drugs?
- How often do you drink alcohol or use drugs?
- Are you on any medications?
- Have you ever tried to hide how much or how often you drink?
- Do you drink or use drugs more when under pressure, angry, or depressed?
- Do you sometimes forget to eat when using drugs or drinking?
- Has anyone suggested you quit or cut back on your drug/alcohol use?
- Has using drugs or alcohol affected your reputation in any way?
- Do you desire to drink or use drugs at certain times during the day or night?
- Have you ever sneaked or hidden your substance use from others?
- Have you made promises to control your drug or alcohol use and then broken those promises?
- Have you had any financial, legal, or marital challenges because of drugs or alcohol?
- Have you lost interest in other activities because of drinking or drug use?
- Do you ever feel uncomfortable or nervous when alcohol and drugs are not available?
- Have you ever missed work because of drinking or using drugs?
Common Screenings & Assessments Used For Drug & Alcohol Evaluation
Screenings and assessments help determine your substance use patterns to determine if you may have an addiction problem that needs treatment. The most common substance abuse screenings include:
- Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory (SASSI). The SASSI is based on the premise that people who abuse substances are more likely to display certain behavioral and personality traits. While the SASSI is not a diagnostic tool, it can help identify people who may be at risk for substance abuse. The questionnaire comprises 18 items. The total score determines the likelihood of substance abuse. Scores in the 0-7 range indicate low risk, while scores in the 8-12 range are considered moderate risk. Scores in the 13-18 range are considered high risk.
- CAGE questionnaire. This screening comprises four questions, each assessing a different aspect of drug or alcohol use. The first question asks whether the individual has ever felt the need to cut down their drug or alcohol use. The second question asks whether the individual has ever felt annoyed by others criticizing their drug or alcohol use. The third question asks whether the individual has ever felt guilty about their drug or alcohol use. The fourth question asks whether the individual has ever felt the need to drink alcohol in the morning to feel normal. A positive response to any of these questions indicates that the individual may be at risk of developing drug or alcohol problems and should be referred for further assessment.
- Brief Screener for Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (BSTAD). This short questionnaire consists of 12 questions that ask about drug and alcohol use, as well as other risky behaviors. The questionnaire takes only a few minutes to complete, and it can be administered by a trained professional or self-administered by the individual. The BSTAD has been shown to be an effective tool for identifying individuals who are at risk of substance abuse, and it is often used in conjunction with other screening tools.
- Diagnostic Interview Schedule-IV (DIS-IV). The Diagnostic Interview Schedule-IV (DIS-IV) is a structured interview that assesses drug and alcohol use disorders. This screening covers a wide range of topics, including frequency of drug use, patterns of drug use, and consequences of drug use. The DIS-IV also screens for the presence of withdrawal symptoms and drug and alcohol tolerance.
- Addiction Severity Index (ASI). The ASI is made up of seven subscales, each of which measures a different aspect of addiction. The subscales are medical, employment/support, drug use, alcohol use, legal, family/social, and psychological. Each subscale has a series of questions that must be answered in order to generate a score. The higher the score, the more severe the addiction.
Take A Step Toward Recovery Today
If you feel like you or someone you love might benefit from a drug and alcohol evaluation, we encourage you to reach out for help. The professionals at our drug and alcohol rehab center in Massachusetts are more than happy to answer any questions you have about the evaluation process, what comes next, and how we can help make your road to recovery as smooth as possible. Contact us today if you’re ready to make a change — we’re here to support you every step of the way.
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text: Brewer students have a new option for dental care. The Brewer School-Based Health Center now has a dentist on staff. It’s the only school facility of its kind in Maine to have a dentist. Penobscot Community Health Care is the provider: offering medical care, mental health counseling, and dental care. “Dental problems can lead to other physical problems and also missed school because of pain and lack of concentration in their studies if they’re dealing with a toothache. We’re able to address those needs here at school,” said Kathrin Hastey, a family nurse practitioner. The school-based care operates just like a regular dental office. Parents call call in and set up appointments for their children. The clinic takes all insurance and has an affordable care program so no one gets turned away.


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The following is a portion of my (actual) response to a reader who judged me as unfit for my role as a behavioral finance expert due to the fact that I switched from a 30-year to a 15-year mortgage, violating the logic of pure ROI, and therefore disqualifying myself for my job.
I appreciate your attention to detail and your devotion to logic in matters of financial decision-making….Your point that I could have chosen to invest the extra $250/month in funds rather than invest it in the property is a very good one and if my only goal was to maximize return on investment for any dollar passing through my hands, I may have made this choice... [However] maximizing my ROI was not my only goal, and this is where I think that our philosophies on money management differ greatly.
You mentioned that as a behavioral scientist I of all people should be above allowing my emotions to muddy the waters of logic when making financial decisions. I disagree, and here is why. As someone who has studied human decision-making (as well as economics, personal finance, and pure mathematics) I am well aware of the ways that emotions can alter our decision-making for the worse. However, I am also aware that no decision is free from emotion, and emotions are information. Our task as human decision-makers is not to negate all emotional information as baseless, but to learn to take it in as information, adding it to the mental calculus consciously and with care to understand the possible pitfalls of emotion while appreciating the value of emotions in weighing the non-numeric elements of a financial decision. I do not agree that emotions are the enemy of good decision-making. Rather, they are a form of utility. As such, they are one of many factors we must weigh in our mental calculus. Yes, we must be careful not to overweigh the emotional information, but to disregard it as external to the equation is nonsensical.
It is not the absence of emotion that allows for wise decisions, but the careful examination of them as information of a non-numeric type. Humans are complex organisms with far more than financial ROI at stake. Our relationships, life goals, and personal temperaments all play a role in the mental calculus of many financial transactions, and as a behavioral scientist I believe it is impossible — and ill-advised — to discard the emotional consequences of financial decisions in favor of pure numeric optimization.
In Star Trek terms, the challenge of behavioral finance is not to become androids or Vulcans, and train ourselves to negate our emotions entirely, but to learn and know oneself and one’s emotional drivers well enough to see where they aid and where they inhibit. Extreme risk aversion is often unhealthy, as is extreme returns-seeking, but recognizing when the stress of risk will lower one’s quality of life is an important and necessary part of the mental calculus in choosing investment strategies, and helps people make decisions they can live with in the long term. The lesson of Mr. Spock was not that humans should be more logical, but that logic alone can often lead to suboptimal decisions. What we want is not the Vulcan mind of pure logic, nor the Id of pure emotion, but a healthy integration of numeric and emotional information into a decision calculus that takes the whole person — their financial ROI as well as their emotional ROI — into consideration.
I would go so far as to say that your devotion to logic and numeracy may have an emotional element to it as well. I remember when I first began studying mathematics in earnest, I was struck by how comforting math is when placed alongside the unanswerable questions of existence. Numbers make sense. You can rely on them, and you can make water-tight arguments with mathematical proofs. In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, I found the exercise of working out a proof was deeply comforting. I still find it soothing to work algebra problems when life feels a bit out of control. Numeric and logical arguments are clean, straight-forward, and reliable. Why wouldn’t we aim for that sort of precision in all of our financial transactions? It was only through trying to apply pure logic to my daily financial life that I learned how contrary to my nature that was, and how deeply unhappy I become when I think only of numbers and ROI. I saw that my budget, for example, needs to include some ‘fun money’. The times I tried pure austerity in my personal budgeting led me to deep unhappiness in many areas of life. Your temperament seems very different, and I imagine that following a pure austerity model may bring you great joy and satisfaction. If so, I am happy for you that your emotional needs align so well with the practice of economic optimization. For many of us, the utility equations are quite different.
No, I do not believe that the task of behavioral finance is to make money management less emotional, but rather to make personal finance MORE friendly to the true nature of human tradeoffs in financial decisions. I have learned, both through personal experience and through surveying the consumer psychology literature, that the task of personal financial management is about fulfilling the needs of the whole person (intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical) within the limits of that person’s resources. This is a complex and delicate balancing act that is, unfortunately, not as clean as pure numerical logic. The calculus I perform includes emotions by design, and I believe that is a healthy model for optimizing long-term quality of life. If you believe this makes me unfit for my role, I am sorry to hear it, but I defend my stance as one of pragmatism and respect for the nature of emotions as physiological information that can enhance decisions when properly weighed.


Google has taken the stage today and introduced their next flagship Android device in the Nexus line, the Nexus 7. As the name implies however, this is no cell phone but rather a 7″ tablet, one that bares a remarkable resemblance to others currently on the market such as the Kindle Fire at that.
The Nexus 7 was manufactured by ASUS and will run the just introduced Android 4.1 operating system. It’ll come I’m two different variants, an 8GB model and a 16GB model. Both will come with an 1280×800 IPS display, a front facing camera, 1GB of RAM, and a 4325 mAh battery. It also runs on a decent performing 1.3 GHz quad-core Tegra processor that’s been around and kicking for a little while now.
Pricing starts at a decent $199 for the 8GB model and $249 for the 16GB model. Both will be shipping shortly and are available to order as we speak.
Source: Google Play