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Another accolade for the HAMILTON-C6
The HAMILTON-C6 recently joined the winner's circle again, being named a silver winner of the Indigo Design Awards.
Hot on the heels of the recent IF Design Award, the HAMILTON-C6 was selected by the jury as a silver winner in the Professional UX, Interface and Navigation Category of the Indigo Design Awards. The purpose of the awards is to find and recognize outstanding graphic, digital, UX/UI, games and apps designs, concepts, and prototypes. The design of the HAMILTON-C6 user interface was considered to represent radical innovation combined with striking familiarity, building on the solid foundation of the positive user experience generated by other Hamilton Medical ventilators.


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This is the legacy, offline-only version of the Dollarbird finance management tool. You can find the new cloud based version as ‘Dollarbird’ in the App Store.
DB Classic is getting shut down on the 27th of Oct, 2019. Please migrate your data to the new app using the migration assistant when prompted in the app.
Featured in The Next Web, TechCrunch, Mashable, Lifehacker, The Guardian, Dollarbird Classic enables you to track and forecast your money as easily as adding events to a calendar!
It helps you:
- find out what you spend your money on.
- make a plan and project how much money you’ll have in the future.
- get reminders for monthly bills.
and all this with a sleekly designed calendar interface and easy-to-understand charts.
Dollarbird has really all the features you need to discover your spending habits, adjust them according to your future plans and see how your balance evolves over time. It’s your smart calendar for your personal finances.
• Simple calendar-based interface
- Managing your money has never been this easy! If you can use a calendar, Dollarbird is your best choice.
• Expense and income tracking
- Easily add your transactions anytime, anywhere to reduce guesswork later on and be able to keep a budget.
• Financial planning and automatic balance calculation
- Add past or future income or expenses to the calendar, and your balance will be calculated automatically for each day, month or year.
• Bill reminder
- Schedule reminders for your rent, loan, electricity bill etc. and never forget to pay them.
• Recurring transactions
- Set up recurring transactions, like your salary or rent, for easy planning of your cashflow.
• Sleek interface and chart design
- See the breakdown of your past and planned expenses by category, your 5-year financial projection and more on a beautiful interface.
• No registration or bank account data required.
Should you need more than that (like options to collaborate on shared calendars or AI help with categorizing your expenses) you’re welcome to migrate your data and manage your finances in the new new cloud-based Dollarbird.
If you have questions or need help, explore classic.dollarbird.co/faq or email us at firstname.lastname@example.org
Built with care by Halcyon Mobile.
• Final notice that DB Classic is being retired and all users should migrate to Dollarbird 3 until the 27th of Oct, 2019.
Ratings and Reviews
Don’t hesitate to download
I love this app because of how easy it makes my life of balancing/planning my bank account
I’m that person that gets paranoid all the time and worrying if my bank account will have enough funds for my planned payments. I’d constantly do the same math over and over again because of how paranoid I’d be.... but this app has slashed the amount of attention I’d spend worrying and double(even triple) checking my math.
It’s as if this app was literally made for people like me.
It’s easy to figure the app out and set up. I’ve specifically LOVE the function that allows you to simply swipe left or swipe right on your created item for the math to be done. So if I paid a bill early I can have it reflect it on the app by a simply swipe.
Awful at keeping a running total
I love this app, but I get very frustrated with it. I try to keep to a very strict budget and I use this app as a guide to help me stay on it. At times I need to adjust my budget, move things around or adjust some numbers. The app does not always update the totals. You can add or subtract a bill/salary and the amount you should have in your account will not adjust accordingly to the new submission. And a lot of times due to this it has really put me in a bind because I really rely on this app to help me stay oriented with my bills. I hope they fix this soon... if they do it would be the perfect app to help people keep track of their finances.
I’ve been trying to find an app like this. Every other budget app is hard to use unless you start on the first of the month with money in your account. I love being able to start right now and know exactly how much money will be in my account 11, 49 or even 250 days from now.
- Dollarbird SRL
- 32.9 MB
Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
- Age Rating
- Rated 4+
- © Halcyon Mobile
- In-App Purchases
- Yearly Subscription $49.99
- Monthly Subscription $4.99
With Family Sharing set up, up to six family members can use this app.

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Our own reproduction of the fixed clutch rod that fits 1947-63 Pick Up Truck, 4WD Station Wagon, 4WD Sedan Delivery with the 4 cylinder engines. This also fits 1954-63 2WD Station Wagon and 2WD Sedan Delivery with the I beam front axle. Note: This does not fit the early 2WD models with the tin box frame. Made in the USA.
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Carrie Fisher died today.
Sounds like she’s had a rough week of it, too.
It’s disheartening to hear someone who has been so open about her struggles with bipolar disorder and subsequently drug addiction come to such a tragic end.
RIP To a Voice that will not be forgotten. For her work, her struggles, and her ability to bring awareness to her struggles.
Thank you for everything.

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From the modern and bustling Istanbul to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, Turkey has so much to offer. Expect great value as well, since Turkey’s currency Lira, provides more purchasing power than the Euro and the dollar.
Tour Istanbul, once known as Constantinople and the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Visit the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sohpia, Topkapi Palace, stroll through the Pera District and cruise the Bosphorus.
Istanbul – Hagia Sohpia
Visit the awe inspiring Hagia Sophia, and then the nearby Basilica Cistern, which Emperor Justinian I built in the sixth century to expand on the previous cistern built by Constantine the Great. Nearby is the Hippodrome, which during Roman times held horse races, gladiator contests and parades.
Istanbul – Blue Mosque
Explore the Blue Mosque, with it vast interior and spacious courtyard. Nearby is the Topkapi Palace, which was once the center of Ottoman government and is now a vast museum.
Istanbul – Bosphorus River
Take a cruise on the river that divides Europe and Asia. Stunning homes and buildings line the shore.
This is also a busy shipping route as Istanbul continues it’s history as a major hub of international trade.
Kusadasi – Ephesus
This ancient Greek and Roman city, offers some of the world’s most magnificent ruins including the Library of Celsus and the Grand Theater.
Highlights of Turkey
Turkey is a land of contrasts, blending east and west as Europe meets Asia. In sophisticated Istanbul visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. Then venture to ancient Ephesus bringing the Greeks and Romans into focus. In Cappadocia explore the fanciful rock formations called the fairy chimneys have tales to tell about both ancient days and today. Glimpse modern daily life in the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar, and imagine it when surrounded by ruins of shops dating back to the Romans and beyond. Gain insights into the mysticism of the Whirling Dervishes and learn to make Turkish Delights.
Day 1: Welcome to Istanbul
Day 2: Tour Hagia Sofia & Blue Mosque
Begin your discovery of Istanbul with a walk through the Hippodrome and into history. Famous for its massive dome, considered by many to be the epitome of Byzantine architecture and said to have changed the history of architecture, Hagia Sophia was once the largest cathedral in the world for over 1,000 years, subsequently served as the primary mosque of Constantinople for over 500 years and is now a museum. Located in front of Hagia Sofia, the Blue Mosque, built in 1609 to out-do its neighbor, is regarded as a prime example of Turkish Islamic architecture; its six slender minarets and cascading domes dominate the city skyline. Discover the tens-of-thousands of blue tiles from which it gets its name.
Day 3: Topkapi Palace & Bosphorus Cruise
Step back into the lives of the Ottoman sultans who occupied it for 400 years when you visit Topkapi Palace. Imagine what it was like to live here as you explore the Council Chamber, the Imperial Kitchens and the Harem. Then, enter another world in the Grand Bazaar, the largest covered market in the world, a maze of lanes and alleys in which shoppers can find virtually anything they might be looking for at the over 4,000 shops. Board a boat and cruise across the Bosphorus to the private home of an artist and businessman for a tour and insights on life in Istanbul today. Dine at restaurant on the Bosphorus known for its seafood this evening.
Day 4: Istanbul to Izmir
After a morning flight to Izmir, visit Sardis, once one of the most important cities in the Persian Empire, home to many ruins from different time periods. Discover what were shops and the mammoth gymnasium dating from the second century AD as you explore the city. Visit the Temple of Artemis, once the fourth-largest Ionic temple in the world, built by the Greeks in honor of the goddess of the hunt. Ancient Sardis also had a large and prosperous Jewish community, which built the largest ancient synagogue outside of ancient Palestine that you’ll explore today. It was also in Sardis that coins were used for the first time.
Day 5: Ephesus
Having seen the Harem in Istanbul, where the women of the sultans’ households lived, gain insights about the role of women in contemporary Turkey this morning before heading off to Ephesus, an ancient bastion of women’s rights and the site of the largest temple built to honor Artemis. Once an important trade center as well as a religious center of early Christianity, the ruins at Ephesus are among the best preserved in the region. As you walk the 2,000-year-old marble and cobblestone streets, it isn’t hard to imagine what the city was like when tradition says that Paul was preaching to the Ephesians, perhaps in the Great Theater that could seat 24,000; dating from the 1st century AD, it is still used today for public theatre and musical performances. Explore the two-story Library of Celsus, the Scholastic Baths, the Arcadian Way and more.
Day 6: Antalya
Arrive in the “resort capital” of the Turkish Mediterranean coast, Antalya, after a short flight from Istanbul. Visit the ruins of the Roman city of Perge. Pass through the unusual Hellenistic-Roman towers to an impressive colonnaded street line once lined with shops and statues that you’ll see tomorrow at the Antalya Museum.
Day 7: Antalya Archaeology
History and culture through the ages unfold at the Antalya Archeological Museum, one of the largest museums in Turkey with 13 exhibition halls showcasing art and artifacts of the area large and small from the Stone Age onward. Perhaps most impressive are the larger-than-life statues of 16 gods and goddesses as well as emperors and empresses found in Perge and Aspendos in the “Hall of the Gods.” Explore the narrow streets of Antalya’s historic Old Town. This evening, attend a cooking demonstration featuring Turkish coffee as well as Turkish delight, a sweet treat on Turkey tours.
Day 8: Konya & Catal Huyuk
A scenic drive through the mountains leads to Konya, final resting place of the Sufi poet Jelaleddin Rumi, considered by some to be one of the great spiritual teachers and thinkers the world has known, who founded the Whirling Dervishes over 800 years ago. While visiting the Mevlana complex, view his mausoleum, learn about the man and the mystical religious order he founded and see the oldest surviving copies of his work, dating back to the 13th century. Discover Catal Huyuk, built about 6.500 BC and thought to be one of the world’s first towns. A guided tour reveals the ongoing archaeological work being done and what has been learned about the people who abandoned the hunter-gatherer lifestyle and formed a pueblo-style community here so long ago from the artifacts that have been found.
Day 9: Cappadocia
Along the Silk Road, “caravanserais” traditionally provided stopping places for travelers in need of rest and refreshment and were spaced to accommodate a one-day camel trek. We’ll make a rest stop at one this morning, just as people have been doing for centuries. After lunch in Cappadocia, you’ll be invited into the modern home that a family has burrowed into the side of a bluff, just as their ancestors did, before walking along the bluff itself to view the famous “fairy chimneys” for which Cappadocia is known. As early as the days of the Hittites, locals created underground cities to protect them from assorted conquerors who invaded the area. Explore Kaymakli, originally an eight-story underground city that provided safety and refuge for up to 5,000 people; four stories are open to the public. Your home for the next two nights features comfortable cave suites constructed within five different cave formations that are a part of Cappadocia’s historical structure, and each one is unique.
Day 10: Whirling Dervish
Drifting over the fairy chimneys of the Göreme Valley in a hot air balloon is a memorable experience. Have your camera handy as the rising sun bathes the mountain bluffs and unique rock formations below in light! Breakfast is served among the fairy chimneys before visiting the Göreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Resembling a huge monastic complex, the museum showcases eleven early Christian, rock-cut churches containing beautiful frescoes whose colors are still vibrant after countless centuries. The Whirling Dervishes belong to one branch of the Sufi tradition Islam whose followers are taught to love everything. By slowly whirling in a prescribed way, they undertake a spiritual journey seeking unity with the three components of human nature: the body, the heart and the mind. Witness this ancient ritual in a cave venue once part of an ancient monastery at a private dinner performance.
Day 11: Tour Istanbul
Arrive back in Istanbul by plane in time for lunch at the Hamdi Restaurant, called “Istanbul’s favorite Anatolian restaurant” by Travel + Leisure magazine. Then the scents and sights of the Egyptian Spice Bazaar beckon with an exotic bouquet of fragrances and a kaleidoscope of colors – and must-see-and-smell experience for foodies on Turkey tours. Farewell reception at the Pera Palace Hotel, once the terminus of the Orient Express and a coveted address for folks like Mata Hari and Agatha Christie.
Day 12: Depart Turkey
Your tours end in Istanbul. Fly our of Ataturk International airport, or you may choose to extend your vacation by embarking on a cruise of the eastern Mediterranean. Istanbul is a popular embarkment port for several out-standing cruise lines.

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British aerospace firm Hybrid Air Vehicles in pastoral Cardington, England has manufactured the world’s largest aircraft. The Airlander™10 features the characteristics of fixed wing aircraft, helicopters and airships with lighter-than-air technology. Just don’t call this helium-filled behemoth a blimp.
This airship is 65 feet longer than the world’s largest passenger airliner, the Airbus 380 Super Jumbo. It is 302-feet long and weighs 44,100 pounds.
The Airlander™ possesses a distinctive aerodynamic shape with a pressure stabilized, helium-filled hull constructed of durable Vectran material, a carbon fiber. It carries 38,000 cubic meters of non-flammable helium. The ballonets, compartmentalized air-filled bags in the hull can be inflated or deflated to change the craft’s altitude and is a safety feature. The hull provides 40% of the vehicle’s lift.
The craft can reach altitudes of up to 20,000 feet and can stay aloft for 5 days when manned and 2 weeks if unmanned. It is so buoyant it can cruise through the air at 91 miles-per-hour propelled by its four, 350 horsepower, independent V8 diesel engines. These engines also provide vertical thrust for horizontal lift-offs.
A series of parts are attached to the hull. A massive lower port fin aids in steering. There is a cockpit where the pilot controls the airship with airplane-like controls and special switches and gauges. A multi-use payload module is set below the hull, behind the cockpit and is where passengers and cargo would sit. It can carry up to 22,000 pounds of cargo.
Test pilot David Burns told CNN,
It’s really quite a special machine to fly. The view from the flight deck is excellent with large windows and the airship characteristics, flying at a fairly lowish altitude.”
There is no need for an airport or any infrastructure in order to take off or land. A set of retractable pneumatic “skids” can be used for landing on land, sand, water or ice.
Chris Daniels, head of partnership and communications at Hybrid Air Vehicles says,
It can stay in the air for days and even weeks carrying a lot of weight on an ultra-stable platform. And it also has the versatility to land and take off from pretty much any surface, including water.
The Airlander™10 can be used on many diverse missions in the military and commercial sectors, like search and rescue, patrol, surveying, for passenger flight and luxury travel and for cargo delivery in remote regions. It is also quiet and uses little fuel.
It’s hard to imagine that the original concept was developed as part of a United States Army project that had been abandoned in 2012. The project has come a long way.
As the Airlander™10 resides in a giant hanger, moored a few meters off the ground, the next step is to complete ground tests and 200 hours of test flights some time this year. The manufacturer is optimistic, as the blueprints are ready for an Airlander™50, a larger version of the airship, capable of carrying five times the cargo.
This airship has a far more positive future than the ill-fated 1937 Hindenburg.


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Alcohol addiction can creep in suddenly. What starts as having drinks casually or socially on the weekends can quickly turn into alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction.
While alcohol is entirely legal above a certain age, it is also frequently misused and abused in American society. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration estimates that around 15 million people in the United States meet the criteria for alcohol use disorder or alcohol addiction.
Seeking inpatient treatment or outpatient treatment for your substance use disorder can be scary. However, 4 Seasons Detox works with you to ensure that your inpatient alcohol rehab center needs are met. If you’re exploring inpatient alcohol rehab programs for the first time, here is what you’ll need to know.
Signs It Is Time to Consider Inpatient Alcohol Addiction Treatment
Committing to inpatient treatment can be overwhelming, and many people try to find reasons why their alcohol or drug abuse is not bad enough for treatment. However, if you find yourself agreeing with any of these statements, it may be time to consider inpatient or outpatient treatment.
Common Signs of Addiction:
Drinking Patterns and Symptoms:
You are finding that you have to drink more to get the effects you used to have from drinking.
You begin to experience withdrawal symptoms as soon as your last drink has worn off.
You have experienced significant financial loss or have had to sell items or personal property in order to fund your alcohol abuse.
Relationships and Friendships:
You have lost romantic relationships, family relationships, or friendships due to your drinking.
You hide the amount you drink from others or choose to socially isolate yourself in order to drink alone.
You have begun to experience new or worsening mental health symptoms due to your drinking.
You find that you are drinking to avoid treatment for your mental health conditions.
The Alcohol Withdrawal and Detox Process
Initially, before entering a residential treatment program or inpatient rehab program, you will need to complete medically supervised detox. This will allow you to detox the alcohol out of your body while being monitored by a team of medical professionals.
Withdrawal symptoms during alcohol detox will vary depending on a few factors. These can include your age, medical history, mental health history, and prior alcohol or drug addiction history.
As soon as your last drink starts to wear off, you will experience many mild withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms can include shakiness, muscle spasms, sweats, chills, headaches, fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting.
As the withdrawal period continues, additional severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms may include hallucinations, seizures, electrolyte imbalances, migraines, fainting, and elevated blood pressure and heart rate.
How Does Medical Detox Help?
Medical detox in inpatient facilities is an important first step in your treatment plan. During supervised detox, you will be kept comfortable by a medical provider and will have any medical interventions necessary to aid in the withdrawal treatment process.
While you can quit alcohol alone, it is always a more comfortable experience to do inpatient detox at a treatment facility.
How Does Inpatient Alcohol Rehab Work?
If you’ve decided it’s time to seek inpatient alcohol rehab or addiction treatment programs, you may be wondering how they are structured. Usually, inpatient treatment involves the patient living on-site at the specific treatment center.
The length of your stay will depend on a few factors:
- Prior substance abuse history
- Whether or not you have attended drug rehab or alcohol rehab centers in the past
- Your medical and mental health history
- Your insurance and payment plan
During your stay in inpatient treatment, you will have access to a variety of different programs and therapies to aid in the recovery process. Some of these may include:
During inpatient treatment, individual therapy will allow you to meet one-on-one with a therapist to discuss your alcohol abuse. You will be able to work on identifying triggers, finding coping skills, and relapse prevention. If you are suffering from other conditions, you can also participate in dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders.
Group therapy during inpatient rehab will allow you to do similar processing as individual therapy, but in a group setting. Here you can develop support and create relationships with those also in recovery.
Case management will be helpful for managing the logistics of your recovery. Here you can receive financial counseling and support, employment assistance, help finding additional treatment centers for after you discharge, and general case support.
These activities can help you to find a creative outlet and possible new hobbies for after discharge. Some of these activities may include music therapy, art therapy, nature therapy, meditation therapy, and animal therapy.
Take the Next Step Towards Sobriety with 4 Seasons Detox
Finding an inpatient treatment center that fits your needs is vital to receiving sufficient treatment in the recovery process.
If you are ready to make the next step towards an addiction-free life, give us a call today at 805-991-5111. If you are not ready to make the call, you can fill out our contact form to receive a callback from a certified addiction professional.
Concerned About Payment?
The thought of paying for addiction treatment should not stop you from seeking the programs you need. If you are unsure about insurance coverage, you can view our list of covered providers or fill out a request for insurance information.

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How To Build A Slider Bar!
This slider bar is sponsored by St Pierre! I’m so excited to be partnering with them this summer to bring you delicious recipes.
Now this is a bar I always want to go to!
A slider bar, complete with bacon and cheese, ripe off-the-vine summer tomatoes and tons of my favorite condiments? Sign me up.
I’m so excited to be partnering with St Pierre again today, featuring more of their Brioche Buns! It’s no secret how much I love their burger buns, and today, I’m showing you how to set up a slider bar with their Brioche Slider Rolls!
We ADORE these rolls. I’ve been buying them for years – in fact, they are Max’s favorite sandwich vehicle. He eats a sandwich almost everyday on the brioche slider roll. The size is perfect!
The St Pierre Brioche Slider Rolls are the highest quality; they truly taste like they were freshly baked. The rolls can elevate a simple lunch or dinner and make a regular day feel special and extraordinary. The rolls are light and airy, making them perfect for a slider bar. They have a slight hint of sweetness with an almost-buttery taste.
If you have a copy of my book, The Pretty Dish, then you know how much I love a good “bar” or board! I have an entire chapter dedicated to fun bars to set up for entertaining family and friends. You can put your own spin on them and it’s exactly what makes them unique!
This board was also partially inspired by my mom’s summer burger plates. So many times when we make burgers at home, we just have the basics out – cheese, one or two condiments, maybe a slide of lettuce. But my mom NEVER made burgers without serving the works. Multiple condiments and pickles, different kinds of cheese, always lettuce, tomato and onion. She’s plate everything in a pretty way and while it wasn’t on one big board, it was the perfect setup to build your own burger.
And I’m convinced that’s why they always taste so good!
So here we are with our own little burger bar! A how-to, but really a use-what-you-love method, because you can add in whatever your favorite toppings may be! I made a classic slider bar here, but you can also do a themed one, such as a southwest slider bar or even a loaded slider bar with poached eggs and caramelized onions.
It’s up to you!
My favorite part of this is not only how quickly it comes together, but how fancy it looks. It just looks so fresh and delicious. It makes regular old burgers for dinner feel super special. You can do a scaled down burger bar for your immediate family at home, or if you have a few friends over outside, a larger slider bar to enjoy!
It’s a perfect entertaining idea for Labor Day too!
Tell me tell me: what would be on your ideal slider bar board?
How to Build a Slider Bar
How to Build a Slider Board
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (I like 93% lean)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 package St Pierre Brioche Slider Rolls
- lettuce leaves
- sliced tomato
- sliced onion
- cooked bacon strips
- pickled onions
- sliced jalapeños
- assorted cheese slices: cheddar, swiss, colby jack, pepper jack, havarti
- condiments: ketchup, yellow mustard, mayo dijon
- Preheat your grill to the highest heat.
- While the grill is preheating, prepare your slider bar ingredients. Slice the tomatoes, jalapeños and onions. Cook a few strips of bacon.
- To prepare the sliders, season the ground beef with the salt. Form the beef into 12 slider-size burgers. Once the grill is hot, place the sliders directly on the grates. Cook the slides for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip again and cook for another 3 minutes. Place a slice of cheese on top for the last minute if you’d like a cheeseburger! You want the internal temperature of the beef to be 160 degrees F.
- Assemble your slider bar - there is no right way to do it! Place your St Pierre Brioche Slider Rolls on the board. Arrange your condiments in small bowls with spoons, layer your lettuce, tomatoes and onions. When the burgers are ready, throw them on the board and build your own! This is such a fun idea for family and friends. You can include any ingredients you love - such as guacamole or sautéed mushrooms. Whatever kind of burgers you adore.
Isn’t this a dream?!

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Shalini was a celebrity child artist from the age of 3. The soft spoken girl graduated from being a child actor to a successful heroine with grace.
She did a few but memorable films which became super hits. However, she quit cinema to be a full-time homemaker after marrying Ajith Kumar, after falling in love with
him on the sets of Amarkalam
. She then bid goodbye to grease paints and arc lights and focused on raising a family.
Today she commands the biggest respect
among millions of people for staying away from the spotlight, standing proud by her husband’s side and taking care of her family - Ajith and Shalini have two kids-
Anushka and Aadvik.

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This summer, to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Jamaican Independence, The O2 and its multiple venues including indigO2, will be transformed into a Caribbean oasis as over 50 artists take to the stage as part […]
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|1||H-alpha, 3.5nm||7.6°×5.8°||5 cm||9" (FWHM)||Panasonic MN34230 sensor, f=135mm lens|
|2||Bayer CFA + Light pollution filter||15.5°×10.3°||7 cm||17" (FWHM)||Consumer grade digital photo camera, f=135mm lens|
|3||H-alpha, 3.5nm||7.6°×5.8°||6 cm||9" (FWHM)||Panasonic MN34230 sensor, f=135mm lens|
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In a first stage the whole northern sky downto DEC=-16° will be photographed with Instruments 1-4, i.e. in H-alpha light and in continuum light at lower resolution. It is planned to finish that by autumn 2022. Some early results showing selected regions can be found in the wide field nebulae section.
A second stage which captures a narrower region around the galactic plane with more narrow band filters and higher resolution continuum cameras is currently (summer 2021) prepared.


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Born and raised in Miami Florida, Conscience Rhyme became engulfed in Hip Hop culture at an early age finding Influence from Eric B and Rakim, Slick Rick, Big Daddy Kane, Poison Clan, and Public Enemy. Conscience Rhyme has an inherent ability to grab listeners with the depth of his intelligent lyricism and the strength of his voice.
In June of 1996, Conscience Rhyme met his lyrical partner in rhyme from the southside of Chicago, OpSolo. Together they formed the group Purgatory and began a musical odyssey that has endured for 26 years. Along with the super group Andromeda, Conscience Rhyme set forth on a spiritual, political and provocative journey with the release of his first solo album “The Unauthorized Bio pf Patrick J. Wilcox” in 2013.
Now following up with his sophomore album “Jacqui’s Son“, Hip Hop will be re-elevated to heights unmatched by simpler mortals. The final destination and the final verse have yet to be written.
He is: Conscience Rhyme.
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Thursday 22nd September 2016
Creating dirty images
Why do most architectural visualisations look unrealistic, even when they’re perfectly precise? And could the images for your next project benefit from a little dirt?
A couple of months ago I was at a lecture given by an architect who happened to show a CGI as part of his presentation. As an aside to what he was really there to talk about, he mentioned how CGIs never look like the buildings once they are built. He said that if you visit the building, or even see a photograph, it’s never quite the same, that there’s more depth and character. I’m not going to argue with him because he’s right. At the same time architects in general, have to accept some of the blame. Let me tell you why.
Perfection isn’t reality
The reason the building has more depth and character, when you see it in a photograph or in front of your eyes, is because it’s dirty. Not just dirty, but aged, worn and far from perfect, having been exposed to the elements and used by people. This is what gives it some character and makes it feel human and more real.
When we create a 3d model of a building, the walls are perfectly straight, the floors are perfectly flat and the materials are pristine. We’ve often tried to add some irregularities to the 3d model, but our efforts are almost always in vain. We’ll send the architects the CGI and without fail we’ll get a reply asking us to make everything look as if it is brand new.
So we end up with a CGI that is often too perfect.
Flawless images make people question
The architect of course wants their building to look its best, as if it’s just been unwrapped – which is understandable. So when they get the opportunity to review the CGI they pick up on all the little imperfections that catch their eye. Unfortunately it’s these little things that combine to create an image with character.
The human eye is used to seeing the imperfect world around us, so as soon as we see a CGI that is without the imperfections our eyes tell us something is up. You might not be able to put your finger on why the CGI does not look real, but there’s a good chance it’s because it’s missing these imperfections.
I had an interesting conversation with a developer who was of the same opinion as the aforementioned architect. The big difference was, this developer realised why CGIs don’t work and suggested two possible solutions. The first is you don’t even try and create CGIs that look real, you deliberately go in the opposite direction and choose a more conceptual or stylistic path. Alternatively, you create images with atmosphere; he gave me an example of a recent project he had worked on – a live music venue in London. In the CGIs, he was hoping to see posters peeling off the wall, teenagers with wrist bands, empty bottles of beer, people jumping up and down and a dark and moody atmosphere – just like you would see in real life.
Could dirt and a few real people make all the difference?
But it’s not just the lack of imperfections that give CGIs away. Almost without fail we are asked to add impossibly beautiful people, as if they’ve just stepped out of a magazine. What if we create an image that includes average looking people, just like those who will be using the building when it’s built? Along with some dirt it might just give the image some character and stop it looking like just another CGI.

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A front row just wouldn’t be complete without Anna Dello Russo. And over the final days at Milan Fashion Week, she didn’t disappoint our expectations in an array of colourful, tactile, embellished and printed pieces.
Gucci Fall 2014: Wearing the same Saint Laurent Spring 2014 white one-shoulder lip embellished top and black cigarette pants that Hailee Steinfeld wore late last year, Anna channelled the 80s front row at the Gucci fall 2104 show by layering her pants over a pair of kitten heel ankle boots and accessorising with a mini metallic duffle bag. I find the single long glove an odd addition, but then this is Anna Dello Russo, and I much prefer the look styled with patent courts as it was on the runway.
Aquilano Rimondi: Channelling Spring’s global traveller trend, Anna wore an intricately and heavily beaded Emilio Pucci Spring 2014 dress to the Aquilano Rimondi Fall 2014 show. In true Anna Dello Russo style, she teamed one of her signature wide leather waist belts over the dress and added a pop of colour with a turquoise BVLGARI bag. While this is quite colourful and not your average day-look, the dress is actually quite stunning and the shoes are exotically wonderful. I think the belt is unnecessary but overall this is one of her more restrained and carefully thought-out looks.
Dolce & Gabbana: A high-shine red Dolce & Gabbana dress with Roman gold coin belt ensured Anna Dello Russo was one of the stand-out guests on the front row of the aforementioned designer’s Fall 2014 show. With ruche detailing and billowing round shoulders, this was certainly a statement-making dress that only someone with Anna’s long, lean figure could wear but it still isn’t the most flattering on Anna. The colour does however complement her deep tan and I love the fact she went for a mini bag – clearly a new favourite shape for Anna.
Marni Fall 2014: After dipping into the 80s and tribal trends, Anna pulled out all the stops for the Marni Fall 2014 show in a stand-out sports luxe look. Wearing a magnificent embellished bomber and matching pencil skirt from the Marni Spring 2014 collection, Anna teamed with chunky black zip-front ankle boots. I loved this look on the catwalk but styled with a slogan cap just makes it look slightly ridiculous. The turquoise BVLGARI bag also jars with the sportiness of the rest of the look, so altogether this is not a great look from Anna.

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The decision comes a day after the prime minister of Iraq said Iraqi forces will take over security operations in areas where Japanese troops are stationed.
Japan's Security Council released a statement today saying that Japan's mission in Iraq "has been accomplished."
Since early 2004, Japan has had some 600 soldiers in southern Iraq. The humanitarian, noncombat mission has been Japan's biggest international military operation since World War II.
Meanwhile, Australia will redeploy 460 troops protecting Japanese forces in southern Iraq.
Australian Defense Minister Brendan Nelson said Australian forces will help Iraqi forces secure the country's border with Syria. He said the reassignment will happen when Japanese forces withdraw from
Australia has some 1,300 troops stationed in and around Iraq.
(AP, AFP, Reuters)

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Skip to comments.Pentagon will not label Fort Hood shootings as terrorist attack (Hasan must get fair trial)
Posted on 10/22/2012 5:18:38 PM PDT by markomalley
Already facing intense scrutiny for its shifting narrative about the assault on the U.S. Consulate in Libya, the Pentagon now says it will not reclassify the Fort Hood shootings as a terrorist attack over concern about biasing the case against the gunman an argument that is getting a mixed review from legal experts.
Late Friday, after 160 victims of the Fort Hood shooting called on the Pentagon to label the attack terrorism instead of workplace violence as it has for the past three years, the Department of Defense said it would not reclassify the attack.
In rejecting the victims outcry, Defense Secretary Leon Panettas spokesman cited concern that having the government weigh in could bias the case against Mr. Hasan. Maj. Hasan, 42 is awaiting trial and faces the death penalty if convicted.
When asked how Mr. Panetta plans to respond to the victims, his spokesman took a day and a half to respond, eventually emailing a statement Friday night.
The Department of Defense is committed to the integrity of the ongoing court martial proceedings of Major Nadal Hassan and for that reason will not further characterize, at this time, the incident that occurred at Fort Hood on November 5, 2009, Pentagon spokesman George Little said in the statement. Major Hassan has been charged with 13 counts of premeditated murder, and 32 counts of attempted murder. As with all pending UCMJ matters, the accused is innocent until proven guilty.
(Excerpt) Read more at washingtontimes.com ...
I'm not sure what this terrorism is thing is.
I'm not sure what this "terrorism" thing is.
Only workplace violence.
Nothing to see here, except the 14 dead, including a prenatal infant, and dozens wounded.
Move along, now, move along ...
This excuse is CYA for the fairies at the Pentagon. If they call it a terrorist attack, heads in the Pentagon would have to roll because of their bull**** political correctness. “Workplace violence” makes it where those sorry bass turds won’t have to explain to Americans what our enemy was doing an U.S. Army uniform.
I would think a ‘fair trial’ implies that the actions be judged on the basis for what they werei.e., blatant terrorism.
Indeed: it would be far more useful for it to be called an act of war committed by a traitor than for it to be called "terrorism", and to issue the wounded and the dead Purple Hearts.
A civilian could be charged with terrorism for doing the same thing on a city street. Is terrorism by an Army officer on a military base against military personnel an less of a crime? If the definition of terrorism is the same, the jurisdiction shouldn’t matter and the “suspect” should be charged with that offense, judged guilty, and executed.
Panetta has no balls, just like the rest of this administration.
The Pentagon will not label the shooting as a terrorist act because they have been ordered not to by Obama.
Who do they think they are Bullsheiting?
The Pentagon is screwing those dead out of benefits those, living out of Purple Hearts,because their Commander In Chief does not want his Muslim friends blamed, and these political Pentagon suck butts know it, and are covering for him.
Studies have found over 100 definitions of terrorism.
The concept of terrorism may itself be controversial as it is often used by state authorities (and individuals with access to state support) to delegitimize political or other opponents, and potentially legitimize the state's own use of armed force against opponents (such use of force may itself be described as "terror" by opponents of the state)."
Uh, it only takes about an hour to shave the Jihadi rather tahn dragging teh issue out for weeks.
Four years is WAY too long for a trial that is fair to the victims to be completed.
I agree completely.
So, if I went through Ft. Hood yelling some horse hockey about Allah, the MPs wouldn’t handcuff me and throw me in jail for terroristic threats? I - don’t - think - so.
I have not heard Romney's position on the Ft. Hood terrorist attack.....
I notice that Osama Bin Laden and Momar Gaddafi didn’t get fair trials.
Saddam Hussein did get a fair trial, by the way.
Obama’s foreign policies have been decidedly PRO-Islamist. He ain’t gonna stand up against domestic terrorists. He denies any have happened on his watch. He’s a fifth columnist sitting in the damned White House.
This is all baloney. The guy should have been given a death sentence months ago. I believe the high ranks of the military including the jurors and chief judge in the Akin(?) court martial and all the way up to Gen. Dempsey are shills for Islam and the Muslims that have wormed into top government posts. My concern is what if anything Romney will do to rectify the situation.
Why the surprise? It is widely known that Zero’s administration has done everything it can to erase the words “terrorism” and “islamic extremism” from the English vocabulary.
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Samsung Ice Maker Won’t Come Out? (this is why)
It can be very frustrating if your ice bucket on your Samsung ice maker is stuck and won’t come out. However, don’t take your frustration out on the bucket as this will probably result in you damaging it beyond repair. Often there’s a knack to removing the ice bucket that doesn’t involve too much force.
Sometimes it’s just the angle that needs to be adjusted slightly or on some models there is a button or lever that releases the ice bucket. It might be useful to find out all of the possible reasons why your ice maker bucket won’t come out. So let’s look at possible reasons now.
Is The Ice Maker Frozen?
This is the most likely cause of the bucket being stuck, usually it’s because of it being too full of ice. Sometimes it’s down to the thickness of frost in the compartment which has built up so much. Another reason could be because of an ice layer stuck in the drawer which causes water to overflow and freeze, or possibly the water inlet is frozen.
How To Defrost The Samsung Ice Maker
This is easy to do, just put the refrigerator into forced defrost mode. This will remove any ice buildup quickly. Depending on the Samsung model you own, you’ll need to press a different set of buttons so consult your user manual for more information. If you have mislaid your user manual we have compiled a list of various Samsung models and the relevant combination of buttons needed to set a forced defrost into motion.
|Samsung Model Number||Buttons To Press||Extra Button To Select Mode (If Necessary)|
|RF263||Fridge & Energy Saver|
|RF267||Lighting & Freezer||Press Lighting X4|
|RF28||Power Freezer/Freezer & Energy Saver||Press Fridge/Power Cool X4|
|RF24FSEDBSR||Power Save & Fridge|
|RF23J9011SR||Freezer & Cool Select||Press Either Button X4|
|RF23M8070SR||Control Lock & Freezer||Press Control Lock X4|
|RF263BEAESR||Fridge & Energy Saver|
|SRF680CDLS||Energy Saver & Fridge|
|All Models With Control Panel||Flex Zone & Fridge||Press Flex Zone X4|
Once you have successfully activated the force defrost mode you will hear a beep which will continue until the defrost is complete. The forced defrost mode takes between 30 to 40 minutes to complete, however, it will probably only take around 5 to 10 minutes to defrost the ice maker. To deactivate the forced defrost mode just press and hold the same two buttons it took to initiate the forced defrost.
Hold them until the screen displays Fd and press the fridge button until the screen clears. This will stop the beep and signify the forced defrost mode has been successfully deactivated. If the ice bucket still won’t come out, it could be the ice build up is just too thick, in which case rerun the forced defrost for the full 30 minutes.
On some models the bucket can be removed simply by placing your hand underneath it and gently lifting it while using the other hand to gently pull it from the unit. Others simply slide out. Other models still have a small button on top of the ice maker cover which will need pressing with a small screwdriver or pen. You should then be able to push the cover of the ice maker upwards and pull the bucket out.
Dry Up The Tray Area
As you have defrosted the ice maker, the tray area will now be wet. If you don’t dry this out before replacing the bucket, it’s likely to refreeze sticking the bucket to the tray area. So using a soft cloth, remove as much excess water as possible before replacing the bucket.
How To Test The Ice Maker
With the bucket removed, locate the ice maker test button. This is usually a blue rubber button and it’s found either under the ice maker or on the right side or sometimes on the front. Once you locate the test button press it and hold for about 3 to 5 seconds or until you hear a beep. If it doesn’t work and needs replacing you will need to remove the ice maker from your refrigerator and replace it.
How To Remove The Ice Maker From The Refrigerator
If you need to remove the ice maker from the refrigerator take care not to damage the cooling coil. It’s a fairly straight-forward process, just complete the following.
Unscrew The Wire Housing Cover
Once the bucket is out of the way, remove the refrigerator from the electricity supply and locate the wire housing cover (usually on the left side) , remove the phillips screw and lift and pull the cover slightly forward to remove it. Then remove the wiring from the ice maker and disconnect the wire harness.
Unscrew The Ice Tray
Using the same Phillips screwdriver, remove the ice tray screw and then prize the ice duct tray using a flat-head screwdriver towards the right-hand side. Gently push it down to remove it. You should now see the cooling coil (if there is one on your model) move the coil just enough to be able to remove the ice maker. Take care not to force the coil as it is fairly easy to damage it.
Then simply press the clip on the top of the ice maker to remove it whilst slightly pushing it down. If you feel this is too technical for you to perform it might be wise to call in an electrical engineer and specifically someone that specialises in refrigerators.
How To Reset A Samsung Ice Maker
If your ice maker is not making any ice at all or it won’t dispense the ice or even if it won’t fill with water, it probably needs resetting. To find out how to reset a Samsung ice maker follow this link to our how to reset any Samsung refrigerator.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most common reason an ice maker won’t eject ice is because a large clump of ice has formed inside preventing any ice from leaving.
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Mario Aguilar still has his letterman jacket from his playing days at Indio High School. He wears it on game days to remind the team he now coaches about the program’s rich soccer history.
Twelve years after his four-year playing career at Indio ended, Aguilar was hired last year to lead the boys’ soccer program, replacing his former coach, Alberto Moscoso. Aguilar’s big-picture goal was to eventually lead the Rajahs to a California Interscholastic Federation title.
But before that, the plan was to compete for a the Desert Valley League crown. To do that, Indio would have to dethrone the reigning king of the DVL, the La Quinta Blackhawks.
Indio took the first step Thursday, defeating La Quinta, 2-1, in front of a raucous crowd at Ed White field at Indio High.
“It’s a big accomplishment just beating them because they are CIF champions and they’re undefeated (in league),” Aguilar said. “Who doesn’t want to beat an undefeated team? Indio wants to, that’s for sure.”
In arguably the most physically intense game of the year so far in the Coachella Valley, Indio and La Quinta engaged in a battle for first place in the DVL standings.
It was a classic east valley game; the kind that sometimes features Coachella and Desert Mirage, and includes pushing, shoving, and a battle that is often for more than simply bragging rights.
In all, seven cards were issued Thursday, including two red cards in the first half. Each team played with 10 players on the field for the entire second half.
Before the cards were issued, Indio caught the Blackhawks inattentive just three minutes into the game. Sophomore forward Ivan Jose drilled the ball past La Quinta goalkeeper Sebastian Ascencio from the middle of the field, just outside the box.
“We’ve been trying to get these guys to learn that they’ve got to get ready to play at the start a little better,” La Quinta head coach Gary Nadler said. “Indio, at the beginning, definitely wanted the ball more than we wanted it.”
Though La Quinta had its share of scoring opportunities, Indio held possession and initiated the offense for much of the first half as the cards piled up. The amount of times the whistle blew prevented either team from gaining any real momentum. La Quinta was again without its leading scorer, Adam Lopez, for the third game.
But early in the second half, Blackhawks’ midfielder Andrassy Teran managed to find the back of the net off a free kick header. Suddenly, La Quinta was back in it.
The 1-1 tie ended just seven minutes later, when Jose again put Indio ahead when he fired a shot off a rebound into the tight space that separated Ascencio’s outstretched hand and the left goal post.
The crowd erupted.
“We just wanted to try our best,” Jose said, “I knew we could beat them if we just tried our best.”
Indio’s win moved the Rajahs (11-6-11, 7-1 DVL) into sole possession of first place in the league standings, just a half-game ahead of the Blackhawks (10-5-3, 6-1). The two teams will see each other again on Monday at La Quinta.
“Last year it was around this time that we lost one and learned a little something from it,” Nadler said, referring to a 3-1 loss to Palm Desert before reeling off 11 consecutive wins en route to the CIF title. “Hopefully we take something from this one. We need games like this.”
To La Quinta, it’s merely one game. If the Blackhawks beat the Rajahs next week at home, they’ll again reclaim the lead in the standings.
To Indio, it’s much more than one game. The Rajahs won seven games last year, and finished in sixth place in the DVL. The year before that, it was eight games and another sixth place finish.
Thursday’s win was the proof Aguilar needed to show his squad that things are indeed changing at Indio.
“It’s a big shoes to fill, to take over for Moscoso,” Aguilar said, “but I am hoping to help my guys to one day win a CIF championship. We want to be playing on that level.”

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