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There are a few things that we always have with us any time we are out & about with our dog.
Of course, we take different things depending on whether we’re going for a walk on the leash versus going for a ride in the car.
Here’s what we take with us on every dog walk and every car ride…
On A Walk…
And I’m always carrying:
#1 – Retractable leash (see picture & details below)
#2 – Poop bags (attached onto the retractable leash)
#3 – Portable dog water bottle (it’s got a built-in cup making it easy for a dog to drink from it… see picture below)
In The Car…
These are the necessary items whenever we are going for a ride in the car:
#1 – Seat belt adapter.
This serves as a ‘tether’ and connects the standard seat belt in your vehicle with the ring on your dog’s collar or harness. We’ve used both the Kwik-Connect Tether and the Etekcity Seatbelt Harness Clip (at different times).
TIP: When we used to attach the seatbelt adapter directly to our dog’s dog collar, it would tug awkwardly at his neck as he would move around in the back of the vehicle. But more importantly, it didn’t really “secure” him in the vehicle. With just the right force or degree of turn, we felt that our dog could be propelled out of the car and be left dangling by his neck. A dog harness prevents this — largely because the seatbelt adapter clips onto the top of the dog’s back, rather than at the neck area.
#2 – Dog harness.
It’s better to latch the seat belt tether onto a dog harness, rather than attaching it your dog’s normal neck collar. A dog harness “centers” his weight with the seatbelt tether and prevents the seatbelt tether from getting twisted and in the way. If you were to connect the seat belt tether to your dog’s collar instead, he might be able to slip out of his collar, and it would tug awkwardly at his neck. Plus, In a sudden stop, your dog’s backside could be flung toward the window, if his neck is the only point being secured inside the vehicle. With a dog harness on, the dog stands on all fours, with his weight is securely balanced.
TIP: For the longest time, we used a cheap dog harness — because we didn’t really know the difference. But after using a dog harness with a chest plate, we feel our dog is safer and we have greater peace of mind. The main reason: the dog’s throat and neck are better protected.
#3 – Mini cooler filled with water and ice cubes.
We use the portable dog water bottle pictured here (and mentioned above) anytime we leave the vehicle, but a mini cooler is better for car rides. You’ll never run out of water — especially on hot summer days at the dog park or long car rides.
TIP: We have since upgraded from the mini cooler to this no-splash dog water bowl. We keep it in the back of our vehicle so the dog can drink anytime he likes. It truly is spill-proof!
#4 – Dog pillow or bed for cushioning.
This probably isn’t necessary for most people, but our dog rides primarily in the back of a Jeep Wrangler and it’s a hard, flat floor. The worst part: It gets fairly hot to the touch in no time — even with the standard “vehicle carpet” in place. So we’ve added an old crate pad / bolster pet bed on the floor of the vehicle. We wrapped it in an old bed sheet, and it makes a comfy place for a dog to enjoy long car rides.
TIP: For even more cushioning, you can do what we did: toss an old dog bed (that had lost most of its fluff) on top of the dog crate pad.
#5 – Old beach towel.
Half the time that we’re out & about with the dog we’re visiting creeks or tromping through puddles or other muddy trails. So a beach towel makes it possible to knock the majority of the gunk off before the dog gets back in the car. Sometimes, I also need to wipe down the car seats or dry myself off!
TIP: Microfiber towels work really well because they’re smaller and more compact — easy to store underneath the car set. We also have a couple of Lightload towels that we keep in the glove compartment of each car at all times. They pack super small and grow really big when wet.
#6 – Wet wipes.
For the excessively muddy paws and/or doggie drool (which seems to congregate on the back of our Jeep seats, and on the rear window ledge), we use alcohol-free dog wipes to quickly wipe down the dog and the Jeep on the spot.
TIP: Wet wipes also make it easy to spot clean the dashboard in a hurry, or the center console!
#7 – Retractable leash.
This is kept in the vehicle for times when we venture out of the car. There’s nothing better than a retractable leash — it gives your dog a bit of room to roam, without tugging on you to keep up. Simply clip it onto your dog’s regular collar. We use a Flexi retractable leash — the one with a comfort grip.
TIP: We recently learned a valuable lesson about how dangerous certain dog collars can be. Now we always use a snap-clip closure dog collar.
#8 – Doggie chin cushion.
Whenever we take the dog for a ride in the sedan (which is rare these days), we use the Comfort Cruiser dog chin cushion. You roll the window down part-way, then press the cushion over the window ledge. Dogs love it!
TIP: Remember to still tether your dog inside the vehicle though — because dogs can fall out the car window even when it’s partially rolled up. (Mine did!)
More Dog Car & Travel Tips
- Do This Now In Case Your Dog Gets Separated From You
- Springer Makes It Possible To Bike With Your Dog
- Dog Hot Car Laws
- Heeling & Walking Dog Tips
- Tips For Dogs That Enjoy Boating
- Tips For Dogs Riding In Cars & Jeeps
- Yes, Dogs Can Fall Out Of The Car Window!
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Brad Lidge made his eighth minor-league rehab appearance today, throwing a scoreless inning at Single-A, and David Murphy of the Philadelphia Daily News reports that he may be cleared to come off the disabled list as soon as Friday.
Lidge has been mostly impressive in the minors, allowing three runs in 7.2 innings while striking out 10 and walking just one, but he hasn’t pitched for the Phillies since last October due to arm problems.
Philadelphia is said to be in the market for bullpen help, with some reports pegging them as the front-runners to acquire Heath Bell or Mike Adams from the Padres, but Lidge returning Friday and putting together a few impressive outings could change the Phillies’ plans a bit heading into the July 31 trade deadline.
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- That time Manny Ramirez nearly became a Met 1
- Phillies acquire No. 1 international signing slot for 2015-2016 from the Diamondbacks 13
- Orioles activate Jonathan Schoop after 10-week absence 7
- Settling the Score: Saturday’s results 37
- Video: Kris Bryant hits a grand slam as part of a two-homer, six-RBI night 8
- Stephen Strasburg exits start with tightness in left side 10
- In the wake of the Miguel Cabrera injury the Tigers have few good options 20
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Architectural rendering of Baker College (East Hall), Rice Institute
Cram, Goodhue and Ferguson
A detailed drawing of the William M. Rice Institute’s Residential Hall for Men, also known as East Hall, showing hedged walkways and groupings of palm trees. Produced by Cram, Goodhue & Ferguson, architects. Original resource is a black and white drawing.
This rendering, along with architectural drawings, is part of a series by Cram, Goodhue, and Ferguson of Baker College.
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Rotating Caloric Intake for Efficient Fat Burning
Dr. Eric Serrano MD explains the importance of changing the caloric intake on certain days of the week to prevent metabolic staleness. Accelerate Body Fat Loss and Increase Energy Levels with macronutrient cycling. How to execute a food diary to solve fat loss problems. In many cases a food diary reveals that patients are not eating enough quality calories.
Consuming the same amount of calories for 7-10 body days will make the body acclimate to caloric consumption and create a homeostasis condition. Homeostasis status will impact fat burning enzyme levels and other factors which govern the rate of fat burning.
In many cases men need to increase their caloric intake from quality sources while changing the macronutrient break down to support their goals.
Women in many cases need to reallocate their caloric intake by eliminating dairy for example in favor of other quality food sources. The caloric intake must differ for at least 2 days out of 7 to prevent metabolic staleness. Dietary fat and carbohydrate loading are strategies used to shift the caloric intake in a strategic manner.
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Yah, it was kind of expected that Deadpool would win. He's cursed (or given the gift) of immortality, since Death fell in love with him.Also I think Thanos cursed him so he could never die or something like that.Nuclear explosion in his face and a few panels later he's drinking something.In a Death Battle, of course Deadpool would win. In a real battle? Deathstroke wouldn't "try" to kill Deadpool. It's not necessary. Deathstroke would easily get the upper hand with his abilities. I think keeping his head away from his body is a way to keep him from doing anything. He wouldn't die, but wouldn't be able to move anyways. Or freezing him completely and keeping him like that. Or use someone like The Leech to remove his powers. Anyways, Deathstroke is smarter and plans better. Deadpool's ego would make it easy for Deathstroke.
Yah, it was kind of expected that Deadpool would win. He's cursed (or given the gift) of immortality, since Death fell in love with him.Also I think Thanos cursed him so he could never die or something like that.
There's actually a problem with this. Despite Deathstroke being smarter and can plan better, he still can't predict what Deadpool will do. I mean if the Taskmaster can't predict Deadpool's moves, then how the hell would Deathstroke be able to do it? This is especially a problem if Deadpool can pull whatever the hell he wants out of thin air. Ah comic book land...Anyway, Death Battle is pretty much as close as you can get to a real battle. I mean even in a real battle you can't exactly plan against an opponent who exists in an entirely different universe. Pretty much the same reason why Batman wouldn't have been able to beat Spiderman if the two were put into combat without any prep time.

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HealthDay News — Among medical school students, there are significant disparities in publication rates across sex and race and ethnicity, according to a study published online Oct. 25 in JAMA Network Open.
Mytien Nguyen, from Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, and colleagues examined the relationship between student sex and racial and ethnic identity with publication rates during medical school. The analysis included 31,474 graduates who matriculated in academic years 2014 to 2015 and 2015 to 2016.
The researchers found that students attending a National Institutes of Health top 40 research-ranked school reported a higher number of research experiences and publication counts than students from non-top 40 schools. While women reported a higher number of research experiences than men, they had significantly fewer publications (top 40 schools: adjusted rate ratio [aRR], 0.89; non-top 40 schools: aRR, 0.93). Asian students had higher publication rates than White students at both top 40 schools (aRR, 1.10) and non-top 40 schools (aRR, 1.07). Publication rates were lower among Black students (top 40 schools: aRR, 0.83; non-top 40 schools: aRR, 0.88) and Hispanic students attending non-top 40 schools (aRR, 0.93).
“These findings illustrate that inequities in the physician-scientist workforce began early in training and highlight key areas for intervention, such as funding support and mentorship training during undergraduate medical education, that may promote the future success of a diverse physician-scientist workforce,” the authors write.


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One of the almost mythical bands of early British free jazz history, Ovary Lodge was led by pianist Keith Tippett, although he would definitely stress that he was a figurehead-organizer rather than authoritarian boss. This is, after all, a collective that's dedicated to the most extreme form of improvising and abstraction, with no prior discussions allowed over the direction of each new piece. At the time, this was something of a departure for Tippett, but over subsequent decades, such hardcore improvisation has become the foundation of his work.
Beginning as a trio, in 1971, with percussionist Frank Perry and bassist Roy Babbington, they released an eponymous titled album in 1973. Ovary Lodge lost Babbington to Soft Machine, and he was replaced by South African exile Harry Miller. This is, confusingly, the band's second self-titled album, recorded in 1975, live at Nettlefield Hall, London. By this time, singer Julie Tippetts was becoming a regular guest, whilst Miller and Perry still remained with Keith.
There's absolutely no compromise with the opening 14 minutes of "Gentle One Says Hello," which certainly makes no attempt at being an easy path inwards to the group's minimalist sonic sphere. It has as much in common with Stockhausen territory as it has with any distant jazz memories, particularly when hearing Julie's high vocal acrobatics. Perry is singing too, up in a similar range. Much is made of drones and lashed cymbals, with the Lodge's chief influence being Far Eastern ritual music (please file under Avant Buddhism...)
The next piece, "Fragment No. 6," is the one with which most bands would have opened the album, a jazzier pulse ensuing, with Miller's walking figures and Keith's rippling up and down the keyboard's entire spread. Julie's sopranino recorder sounds trillingly Chinese, but later, Perry whips out the real deal, with his sheng mouth organ. "Communal Travel" is another extended rumination, at nearly 18 minutes, and has the strongest Oriental sound, with Perry exploring his full spread of gongs.
It's possible to see how this album is very much of its time, and that some cynics might dismiss it as an aimless hippy happening. Even this reviewer, an avowed admirer of this band, and all music Tippettian, had such thoughts flitting past during some stretches, but the Lodge's high level of musicianship, careful listening abilities and philosophical bent, tend to overcome most of these uncertainties.
Track Listing: Gentle One Says Hello; Fragment No. 6; A Man Carrying A Drop Of Water On A Leaf Through A Thunderstorm; Communal Travel; Coda.
Personnel: Keith Tippett: piano, harmonium, recorder, voice, maracas; Julie Tippetts: voice, er-hu, sopranino recorder; Harry Miller: bass; Frank Perry: percussion, voice, hsiao, sheng.
Title: Ovary Lodge
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This was the title song to one of the first movies to not fit into the traditional "musical" category that was centered around the songs. As more people started watching MTV, it became easier and more acceptable to integrate pop songs into films, which led to other movies like Footloose and Dirty Dancing.
The two guys who helped today’s singer write this song were geniuses when it came to movie songs. They also wrote "Danger Zone" and "Take My Breath Away" for Top Gun and "Don't You (Forget About Me)" for The Breakfast Club.
The movie was released on April of 1983 and by May this song hit #1 US, where it stayed for six weeks. In June, the soundtrack when to #1 and stayed for two weeks, interrupting the run of Michael Jackson's Thriller, which had been at the top spot for 17 weeks and would return for another 20 (eventually knocked off by the Footloose soundtrack).
By September of 83, another song from this movie, Michael Sembello's "Maniac," also went to #1 US.
The title of the song and the movie never actually appears in the lyrics, but the song still relates to the movie, as it's specifically about dancing. Today’s singer was an accomplished dancer who not only sang the title song to the movie ‘Fame’, but she also starred in that film as an aspiring dancer.
This singer won the 1983 Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female, for her work on this song. She and her co-writers were also awarded an Academy Award for Best Original Song, beating out two songs from Yentl, and one from Tender Mercies.
The video for this song featured the dance sequences used in the movie and was the primary driver of the leg warmers trend back then, by the way,
But the best kept secret about those dance sequences was that the star of the movie, Jennifer Beals, did not dance in the film...like at all! All of the dancing moves were performed by body double Marine Jahan. More Lies!!!
It’s Irene Cara...Flashdance...what a feeling...I Know That Song!
Congrats to Mary Mitcheldyer who won free lunch from Jersey Mikes, "Always A Sub Above" for guessing the theme of the songs this week: "Song Titles are also the Movie Titles."

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On average, people in the GCC have access to 3 video-on-demand streaming services and their appetite for growth is strong.
People in the GCC have access to an average of 3 video-on-demand (VOD) streaming services, according to a new survey by global management consultancy Oliver Wyman. The survey looked at household media consumption habits around the world and canvassed people in three countries across the GCC: the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.
According to the research's findings, the UAE consumer has access to the highest number of VOD services on average, with 3.1, followed by Saudi Arabia (3.0) and then Kuwait (2.5). VOD services include those such as Netflix, Shahid, Amazon Prime, YouTube Premium etc. About 60% of UAE respondents have access to 2 or more VOD streaming services and only 12% of respondents do not access any VOD services in the UAE, 22% of those in Kuwait, and 20% of those in Saudi Arabia do not access any VOD services.
GCC consumers access the second highest number of VOD services per person, with an average of 2.9; second only to the United States of America, where each person has on average 4.7 VOD subscriptions. The GCC has higher penetration than Canada (2.8 on average) and Europe and Australia (both 2.6 on average). Importantly, the GCC has the highest potential for growth in subscriptions when compared to the other regions surveyed: 75% of respondents in the GCC said they expect to increase the number of VOD streaming services they access. This suggests much more appetite for growth in the GCC than in the other regions: in Europe, only 37% is expected to increase subscriptions, with 34% in Australia and 29% in the USA.
Within the GCC, respondents in Saudi Arabia showed the highest appetite for growth in subscriptions, with 80% stating that they are likely to increase the number of video streaming services that they access.
Commenting on the survey's findings, Rogerio Dienes, partner and lead of Oliver Wyman’s Communications, Media, and Technology vertical in India, the Middle East, and Africa said, “The GCC having a globally high rate of video-on-demand subscriptions does not come as a surprise considering the region has one of the highest penetrations of internet users in the world. Additionally, the finding that GCC consumers are more likely to increase the number of video-on-demand subscriptions compared to other regions is in part connected to the fact that consumers here are facing less inflationary pressures on their wallets compared to those in other parts of the world.”
Nader Kobrosli, a partner in Oliver Wyman’s Communications, Media, and Technology practice, pointed out, “The survey also shows that the under 25 age group is the group most likely to increase their access to subscriptions. Despite having the lowest income bracket, under 25s are generally the first movers in the ‘shift to digital’, so we expect them to continue to be the major driver of growth for video-on-demand subscriptions in the GCC.”
In the process of conducting the Oliver Wyman Global Household Media survey canvassed more than 13,500 people in 10 countries: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, the UK, and the USA.


It depends on where you’re doing the boiling. In fact, water will boil at about 202 degrees in Denver, due to the lower air pressure at such high elevations.
What temp does water boil at altitude?
At a higher elevation, the lower atmospheric pressure means heated water reaches its boiling point more quickly—i.e., at a lower temperature. Water at sea level boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit; at 5,000 feet above sea level, the boiling point is 203 degrees F.
What temperature does water boil at 30000 feet?
Boiling Point of Water at Different Altitudes
|Altitude ft. (meters)||Boiling Point – Fahrenheit||Boiling Point – Celsius|
|2500 ft. (762 m.)||207 ºF||97.5 ºC|
|3000 ft (914 m.)||206 ºF||97 ºC|
|3500 ft. (1067 m.)||205.5 ºF||96 ºC|
|4000 ft. (1219 m.)||204 ºF||95.5 ºC|
Does it take longer to boil water at altitude?
The key factor is declining air pressure at higher altitudes. Falling air pressure lowers the boiling point of water by just under 1 degree Fahrenheit for each 500 feet of increased elevation. The lower boiling point means water will cook off more quickly, and at a lower temperature.
What temperature does water start to boil?
The boiling point of water is 100 °C or 212 °F but is lower with the decreased atmospheric pressure found at higher altitudes. Boiling water is used as a method of making it potable by killing microbes and viruses that may be present.
Does it take longer to cook at higher altitudes?
Even at elevations of 2,000 feet, the temperature of boiling water changes from the standard 212°F at sea level to 208°F. Boiling or simmering foods at high altitude means lower temperatures and longer cooking times.
At what altitude does water not boil?
– the lowest point in the U.S., at 282 feet below sea level – water boils at slightly above 212 degrees. The lower atmospheric pressures at high elevations affect cooking and baking, too, which is why many recipes and mixes come with special “high altitude” directions.
How long must water boil to sterilize?
Boil water, if you do not have bottled water. Boiling is sufficient to kill pathogenic bacteria, viruses and protozoa (WHO, 2015). If water is cloudy, let it settle and filter it through a clean cloth, paperboiling water towel, or coffee filter. Bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute.
What temperature does water boil at 100 psi?
|Absolute pressure||Water boiling point|
How can you increase the boiling point of water?
Sugar, salt or other non-volatile solutes in water will usually make the boiling point higher. Alcohol, in contrast, is a volatile chemical that lowers the boiling point of water. Even a large amount dissolved in the water will usually make only small changes in the boiling point.
Does less water boil faster?
Less energy means less heat, which means water will boil at a lower temperature at a higher altitude. Some people think that a lower boiling point means that foods will cook more quickly at higher altitudes. However, the opposite is true. If you want to boil an egg, it will take a bit longer at altitude.
Why does water not boil at high altitude?
At elevated altitudes, any cooking that involves boiling or steaming generally requires compensation for lower temperatures because the boiling point of water is lower at higher altitudes due to the decreased atmospheric pressure. The effect starts to become relevant at altitudes above approximately 2,000 feet (610 m).
Why is it difficult to cook at higher altitudes?
At higher altitudes, say like mountains, cooking food is difficult. Higher altitudes means lower atmospheric pressure and thus lower boiling point. … So, at higher altitude, food needs to be cooked for a longer time due to the lower in boiling point of water.
Is boiling water always 100?
Introduction. We all learn at school that pure water always boils at 100°C (212°F), under normal atmospheric pressure. … And removing dissolved air from water can easily raise its boiling temperature by about 10 degrees centigrade.
Can water boil at 200 degrees?
Sea Level: Water boils at 212 degrees F. and simmers at 190 degrees F. … Simmer – 185 to 200 degrees F.
How can you boil water without electricity or gas?
8 Easy Ways to Boil Water Without Electricity
- Gas Stove.
- Camp Stove.
- BBQ Grill.
- Fire Pit.
- Fireplace or Wood Stove.
- Solar Cooker.
- Rocket Stove.


A federal jury found Autonomy Corp.’s former financial chief guilty of falsifying financial statements and exaggerating the British software maker’s value before its sale to Hewlett-Packard for $11 billion in 2011.
If upheld, the fraud conviction of Sushovan Hussain after a six-week trial in San Francisco would offer some vindication to HP executives who have long alleged Autonomy’s management cooked the books before one of its biggest acquisitions.
HP HPQ, +0.94% initially billed the acquisition as key to transforming itself into a software powerhouse and anchor its forays into hot fields like data and analytics. Instead, the deal was an embarrassment for HP, which took an $8.8 billion charge and grappled with shareholder lawsuits. HP later split into two companies and sold off parts of Autonomy.
The federal jury found Hussain guilty on 16 separate counts of wire and securities fraud after prosecutors brought charges against him in November 2016 for engaging in a “fraudulent scheme” to deceive Autonomy’s investors and HP about the company’s financial health and prospects for growth. Acting U.S. Attorney Alex G. Tse said Hussain’s false and misleading statements defrauded HP of more than $11.7 billion.
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Charlotte Hill, Jake Grumbach, Hakeem Jefferson, and Adam Bonica — four of the top political scientists doing research on voting — have an excellent piece pushing back against the Cool Kid mobilization against voting rights legislation:
The policy premise is that concern about gerrymandering and voter suppression is overblown: that recent Republican attempts at voter suppression have not been very successful, and that GOP gerrymandering is falling flat in the 2020 redistricting cycle. Furthermore, some suggest expansions to voting rights in blue states like Washington and Colorado cancel out voter suppression in states like North Carolina. Compared to the threat of election subversion, some suggest, attacks on voting rights and biased district maps are really much ado about nothing.
But that is the wrong conclusion to draw. Political science research and legal analysis have uncovered much to be concerned about. Voter registration purges increased significantly after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key provision of the Voting Rights Act; between 2014 and 2016 alone, states removed a record near-16 million people from the voting rolls. Voter ID laws continue to impose large barriers on those without access to valid government-issued IDs — disproportionately low-income, minority, and transgender Americans. New laws are making it harder to request a mail ballot, restricting voter registration drives, removing ballot drop boxes in urban areas, and making it illegal to give voters food or water while they wait in line.
It is also not at all clear that, as some pundits have recently claimed, voter suppression laws “don’t have much of an effect.” It is true that voter ID laws, in particular, do not appear to have significantly depressed voter turnout like many advocates feared. But this may well be because grassroots groups have invested ever-greater resources to help voters learn about new requirements and, when necessary, procure the requisite forms of identification. The outcome may sometimes be “unchanged” turnout numbers, but only because one side had to work notably harder to overcome new barriers. Indeed, this is what political organizers plainly say is happening. And while the effects of recent voter suppression bills are sometimes tempered by evoking sufficient public anger to drive voters to the polls, experimental evidence suggests this backlash effect will not hold for young people, who are increasingly becoming the targets of the GOP’s suppression attempts.
A related argument is that it has gotten easier to vote in the United States, on average. This fact provides little solace for those concerned about the state of American democracy. The system of American federalism puts voting rights in the hands of state governments. There is a growing gap in voting access across states, with some states expanding it and some increasingly suppressing it. Just as it would have been absurd to claim that Jim Crow was not a problem because civil rights were improving on average due to changes in northern states, it is similarly absurd to suggest that the expansion of voting access in some states makes up for voter suppression in others.
The evidence is also clear that partisan gerrymandering is helping to entrench minority rule in the American political system. Research has long found that single-party control of legislative redistricting “dramatically benefits the party in charge.” But the maps drawn in the 2010 redistricting cycle by Republican state legislatures set new records for partisan bias. Recent scholarship finds that when Republicans gain control of a state’s district-drawing process, the average Republican House seat share increases by 9.1 percentage points in the next federal election, whereas no similar effect is found when Democrats take control. In the heavily gerrymandered state of Wisconsin, the Republican candidate for governor won less than half of the statewide vote in 2018, but Republicans still won 63 of the 99 state Assembly districts. The maps for the 2020 redistricting cycle in Republican-controlled states, while still incomplete, show little sign of change.
Multiple public letters from democracy experts — including one signed by more than 1,000 political scientists — view this as a do-or-die moment for voting rights and fair districting. These concerns are grounded in America’s troubling history of voter suppression.
To add to this, there are some very flawed assumptions underlying the “Republican vote suppression is no big deal”:
- Even assuming arguendo that the premise was true, it would be very unwise to conclude that since Republican vote suppression efforts did not seem to have a huge impact in the context of a small number of elections with unusually high turnout intensified efforts won’t matter going forward. A lot of elements of Trump’s impact on politics are highly unusual and it would be unwise to assume that recent spikes in voter mobilization reflect a permanent new baseline.
- Given the competitive nature of contemporary national elections, the idea that marginal effects aren’t worth worrying about is bizarre. Trump was less than 50,000 votes in three states from an Electoral College tie that would have resulted in his re-appointment by the House! Vote suppression measures don’t have to have a massive effect on turnout to have a major impact on the outcome of elections.
- The fact that some of the worst anti-democratic elements are constitutionally entrenched is a poor reason not to addressed what can be addressed by statute.
It may also be worth asking why vote suppression is such a high priority for Republicans if we’re sure that it won’t actually matter.

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Good Morning Crafters! Today's layout features the Claire Paper Pack. I fell in love with the paper pack as soon as I saw it. The measuring tape and button accents were adorable and I love the Canvas shapes that coordinate.
Layout Information: You can find the pattern for this layout on pg 52 in the Reflections Scrapbooking Program book.
Claire Paper Pack
Claire Canvas Assortment

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Choosing the right size water heater for your home is essential to ensure a steady supply of hot water while also maximizing energy efficiency and minimizing costs. To help you make the best decision, this guide will provide a comprehensive overview of factors to consider when sizing a water heater, as well as tips for choosing the right size water heater for your unique needs.
Before we dive into the specifics, it’s important to understand the basics of water heater sizing. In general, the size of a water heater is determined by its gallon capacity, which refers to the amount of hot water it can deliver per hour.
Factors such as the number of people in your household, daily water usage, and the number of bathrooms can all impact your hot water needs and, in turn, the appropriate size of water heater for your home. Additionally, energy efficiency is another important factor to consider when selecting the correct size water heater.
Don’t worry if all of this sounds overwhelming. This guide will break down each step of the process to help you determine the right size water heater for your home.
- Determining the appropriate size water heater is important for a steady supply of hot water and energy efficiency.
- Factors such as household size, daily water usage, and number of bathrooms impact hot water needs.
- Energy efficiency is an important factor to consider when selecting the right size water heater.
- This guide will break down each step of the sizing process to make it easier to choose the right size water heater for your home.
Understanding Your Home’s Hot Water Needs
When it comes to finding the right water heater size, it all starts with understanding your home’s hot water needs. The capacity of your water heater should be based on the amount of hot water your household uses on a daily basis. To determine the appropriate water heater size, it’s crucial to consider the following factors:
- The number of bathrooms in your home
- The number of people living in your household
- Your daily hot water usage
To put it simply, the more people in your household and the higher your daily water usage, the larger water heater capacity you will need. For example, a family of four with two bathrooms will require a larger capacity water heater than a single person living in a studio apartment.
When selecting the correct size water heater, it’s important to consider the peak demand hot water usage times. This is typically in the morning and evening when everyone is getting ready for their day or winding down for the night.
For a household with high hot water demand, a larger tank or a tankless water heater may be the appropriate choice. However, it’s important to note that larger tanks may take up more space and tankless options may require a larger upfront cost.
Overall, finding the right water heater size for your home depends on your hot water usage patterns. By considering the number of bathrooms, household size, and daily water usage, you can determine the appropriate water heater capacity for your home.
Calculating Your Required Gallon Capacity
Now that you have an understanding of your home’s hot water needs, it’s time to determine the appropriate water heater size. Luckily, there are several methods to do so, such as using a water heater size calculator or consulting with a professional plumber. However, if you want to calculate the required gallon capacity yourself, here’s how:
- Start by determining your home’s peak hour demand for hot water. This is the maximum amount of hot water your household uses during a single hour, usually during the morning rush when everyone is taking a shower.
- Multiply your peak hour demand by 1.5 to 2 to account for recovery time, which is the amount of time it takes for the water heater to heat up new water after the existing supply gets used up.
- Divide your result by 60 to convert it into gallons per minute, which is the unit of measurement used for water heater capacity.
- Finally, add the result to any additional hot water usage you may have, such as filling a large bathtub or running a dishwasher, to determine the total required gallon capacity for your water heater.
Keep in mind that this is just a general formula and may not be suitable for every household’s unique needs. For example, if you live in a cold climate, you may need a larger capacity water heater to compensate for the colder incoming water temperature. It’s always a good idea to consult with a professional plumber to ensure you are choosing the right size water heater for your home.
If you prefer a more visual representation, check out the image below which shows the typical peak hour demand for different household sizes and corresponding required gallon capacity:
Remember, choosing the right size water heater is crucial for ensuring you have enough hot water for your household’s needs without overspending on energy costs. So take the time to determine the appropriate water heater size using the methods outlined above or seek the help of a professional plumber.
Considering the Energy Efficiency Factor
When selecting the correct size water heater for your home, it’s important to consider more than just the gallon capacity. Energy efficiency is another key factor to keep in mind. With an energy-efficient water heater, you can save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint.
When shopping for a water heater, look for models that are Energy Star certified. These models have been tested and proven to meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency. In addition to Energy Star certification, you may also want to consider the energy factor (EF) of a water heater. The EF measures the efficiency of a water heater by taking into account factors such as standby heat loss and cycling loss. The higher the EF, the more efficient the water heater.
While an energy-efficient water heater may have a higher upfront cost, the long-term energy savings can make it a worthwhile investment. When considering factors to consider when sizing a water heater, don’t overlook energy efficiency.
Evaluating Available Space for Installation
Choosing the right size water heater also means considering the space where it will be installed. The unit’s physical size is just as important as its capacity to provide hot water efficiently. Before purchasing a water heater, measure the designated space to ensure that the unit fits properly and has enough clearance for ventilation. Keep in mind that some water heaters, such as storage tank models, tend to be larger than tankless or heat pump options.
If you’re tight on space, you may want to consider alternative installation options, such as a wall-mounted unit or a smaller capacity water heater. It’s important to note that smaller water heaters may not meet the hot water demands of larger households or homes with multiple bathrooms, so make sure to factor in your hot water needs when making a decision.
Pro Tip: If you’re unsure about the best water heater size for your home and space, consult a professional plumber for recommendations and guidance. They can assess your hot water needs and determine the right size and type of unit for your specific situation.
Understanding Different Types of Water Heaters
When choosing the right size water heater, it’s important to consider the type of water heater that will work best for your needs. There are three main types of water heaters: tankless, storage tank, and heat pump.
Tankless water heaters heat water on demand, rather than storing hot water in a tank. This can be a great option for homes with limited space, as tankless units are typically smaller than storage tank models. However, tankless water heaters may not be the best choice for homes with high hot water demands, as they may struggle to keep up with multiple hot water needs simultaneously.
Storage tank water heaters are the most common type of water heater. They store hot water in a tank and are available in a variety of sizes. These units are a good option for homes with moderate hot water demands and can be less expensive than tankless models.
Heat pump water heaters work by transferring heat from the surrounding air to the water, making them an energy-efficient option. These units are typically larger than tankless or storage tank models and may require a larger installation space. Heat pump water heaters are best suited for homes with moderate hot water demands and a suitable installation space.
Choosing the Right Size for Different Water Heater Types
When selecting the appropriate water heater size for each type, it’s important to consider the different factors that impact each unit’s sizing needs.
Tankless water heaters typically require a larger unit for homes with higher hot water demands. Manufacturers will typically provide guidelines for selecting the right tankless unit size based on specific hot water needs. It’s important to consider these guidelines, as undersized units may struggle to provide adequate hot water.
Storage tank water heaters are available in a range of sizes, typically between 20 and 80 gallons. Selecting the appropriate size will depend on the home’s hot water demands and the number of occupants. It’s important to choose a size that can meet household needs while also being energy-efficient.
Heat pump water heaters have a larger tank size than tankless units and may require up to 1,000 cubic feet of surrounding air space to operate efficiently. It’s important to select a size that can meet household hot water demands while also fitting within the available installation space.
Consulting a Professional Plumber
While this guide can provide valuable information on how to determine the appropriate water heater size for your home, it is always recommended to consult a professional plumber for accurate sizing recommendations. A plumber can take into account the unique factors of your home, such as the plumbing layout and water pressure, to ensure that the water heater is properly sized for your needs.
Additionally, a plumber can help you navigate the different types of water heaters and the various efficiency ratings to ensure that you are making an informed decision that will provide the best value for your money.
So if you are feeling overwhelmed by the process or unsure of which size water heater to choose, don’t hesitate to reach out to a professional plumber for guidance. They have the knowledge and expertise to help you make the best decision for your home and your budget.
Remember, selecting the correct size water heater is crucial for ensuring that you have enough hot water for your daily needs while also minimizing energy costs. By considering the factors outlined in this guide and consulting with a professional plumber, you can make an informed decision that will provide you with reliable hot water for years to come.
Factors to Consider Beyond Size
When selecting the right water heater size, there are other factors to keep in mind beyond the gallon capacity. These factors can impact the unit’s performance, energy efficiency, and overall lifespan.
Recovery Rate: This refers to the amount of time it takes for the water heater to reheat the tank’s entire volume of water after use. A higher recovery rate means you’ll have more hot water available when you need it.
Warranty: Consider the length of the warranty on the unit you are considering. A longer warranty may offer greater peace of mind, as well as protection against costly repairs or replacements in the future.
Brand Reputation: Do your research on different water heater brands and read reviews from other homeowners to get an idea of their experiences with different products. Choosing a reputable brand can offer added assurance of quality and reliability.
By considering these additional factors, you can make a more informed decision when selecting the right size water heater for your home.
Choosing the Right Size Water Heater: My Final Tips
Choosing the right size water heater can be a daunting task, but by considering the factors discussed in this guide, you can make an informed decision that meets your household’s hot water needs. Here are some final tips to help you choose the right size water heater:
- Take the time to accurately calculate your household’s hot water needs using a water heater size calculator or guide.
- Consider the energy efficiency factor to reduce your energy costs and impact on the environment.
- Evaluate the available space for installation and select a water heater that fits within the designated area.
- Consult a professional plumber for accurate sizing recommendations and expertise in selecting the right size water heater.
- Don’t forget to consider other factors such as the recovery rate, warranty, and brand reputation.
By following these tips and taking the time to assess your household’s hot water needs, you can select the correct size water heater that meets your family’s demands while keeping your energy costs low.
Remember, selecting the correct size water heater is instrumental in meeting your household’s hot water needs while keeping your energy costs low. By considering the factors discussed throughout this guide, you are on your way to selecting the perfect water heater for your home.
In conclusion, choosing the right size water heater for your home is essential for ensuring a comfortable and efficient supply of hot water. By considering factors such as your household size, daily water usage, available space, and energy efficiency, you can determine the appropriate water heater capacity for your needs.
Don’t forget to evaluate other important factors such as recovery rate, warranty, and brand reputation before making your final decision. And, if you’re unsure about which size water heater is right for you, don’t hesitate to consult a professional plumber for accurate sizing recommendations.
Remember, selecting the right size water heater can save you money on energy costs and provide consistent hot water for your household. Take the time to carefully consider all the factors and make an informed decision that will serve you well in the long run.


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This is the third in our four-part series on the future of software development. Part one examines the changing developer role, part two takes a deep dive into emerging technologies with the potential to impact development, and part four shares how to future-proof your developer career.
Artificial intelligence has often been dismissed as a promising technology breakthrough that somehow remains out of reach, particularly when it comes to software development. The role of AI in software development has been written about for years and not much substantive has come of it.
But the stars may be aligning now. Developers are intrigued, and we can see that by looking at the growing popularity of the Python programming language. Stack Overflow’s annual survey shows Python’s rise in "popularity" and "interest" based on the number of questions members asked about it. It’s certainly the go-to language for ML-powered chat bots.
And in our 2020 Global DevSecOps Survey, close to one-quarter of developers surveyed said that an understanding of AI/ML will be the most important skill for their future careers. And roughly 16% of testers said their teams are using bots right now or have an AI/ML tool in place for testing.
So if Tesla can create a self-driving car, can self-writing code be that far off? The short answer is no, at least according to the more than a dozen DevOps practitioners, industry analysts, and GitLab executives we spoke with about the future of software development. Here’s what they're thinking.
At GitLab AI feels like it will happen but gradually. "Every set of software in the future is going to be the combination of some procedural code and some (AI) models," says GitLab CEO Sid Sijbrandij. "The models will eat more and more of the code over time." But Sid sees AI’s role as "less of a distinct activity and more of an integrated call out to a library or a call out to a model."
To put it another way, senior developer evangelist Brendan O’Leary thinks it would be strange if AI weren’t playing a much more significant (and helpful) role in code development ten years from now. "But this isn’t going to replace humans – it’s going to make the human role more critical to understand what’s important," Brendan says. He likens it to a detail-oriented second set of eyes that can sort through all the data quickly to focus coders on areas that need it. "Computer-aided detection is really valuable in mammography because it’s hard to look for 1 millimeter specs of white," Brendan explains. "Computer-aided detection is valuable because it surfaces the 'second look' areas to focus on. That’s the model I think we can expect when it comes to AI and software development."
Carlos Eduardo Arango Gutierrez, a software engineer at Red Hat (and a GitLab Hero) sees a big benefit to a bot "colleague" that will not only ID problems but will suggest solutions. "I'm waiting for a bot that says 'oh your code is wrong and this is how you fix it,'" Carlos says. "You're no longer stuck because the bot is going to run the test for you and fix it."
So there’s clearly a backstop/code testing/QA role for AI in software development, but there is more to it than that, according to Forrester Research. In its September 2020 webinar, "The Future of Software Development: How AI Will Automate More Than 70% of Software Development," Diego Lo Giudce and Mike Gualtieri, both vice presidents and principal analysts, make the case that so called "Turing Bots" will be generating code from software artifacts in ten years, or less. The technologies driving the bots include autonomous testing, auto ML (for predicting), reinforcement learning, and machine coding, the webinar says.
That’s a bold prediction and a lot to unpack for today's DevOps teams. It will be a process and culture shift, certainly, but it will also require sweeping changes in the developer thought process. Forrester recommends developers start now to "define more precise artifacts and patterns, including app requirements, UX design and solution architecture."
It’s important to remember, though, that AI is only as good as the data fed to it by humans – it’s not a substitute for humans. Jose Manrique Lopez de la Fuente, CEO at Bitergia, and also a GitLab hero, puts it this way: "I don’t believe that we won’t need developers any more," he says. "Artificial intelligence is not intelligent."
Wondering if your skills will keep you relevant in a time of AI overlords? Don’t miss our look at skills critical to a DevOps team's future in the fourth part of our series on the future of software development.


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Integral Group Is Proud To Be A Fitwel Champion
Integral Group has signed on as a Fitwel Champion, and already has several registered Fitwel Ambassadors from across the globe. Fitwel is a cost-effective, high-impact building certification system that optimizes building occupant health and productivity through targeted improvements to workplace design and operational policies. Fitwel has also been honored as one of the 2017 Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Social Good by Fast Company, in which it was recognized for its ability to catalyze industry transformation of workplaces to promote health. Earlier this year, Integral committed to certifying four offices in three countries – Vancouver, Oakland, Toronto, and London. Learn more about our pledge for Fitwel Certification here.
“We always challenge ourselves to push the needle forward towards regenerative and healthy buildings, and we look for partners with the same vision. As Fitwel Champions, we can continue our ongoing commitment to sustainability and wellness for the industry at large, beginning with healthier and happier workspaces for our employees,” explains Kevin Hydes, Integral Group CEO & President.
The Center for Active Design, the operator of Fitwel, recently announced its Fitwel Champions, leading companies, and institutions that have committed to applying Fitwel’s evidence-based design and operational strategies in all or a portion of their real estate workplace portfolios. As a Fitwel Champion, Integral will continue to create and shape the built environment by supporting key initiatives for a better future.
Integral’s Fitwel Ambassadors look forward to helping create healthy, safe, and nurturing spaces and will be managing the Fitwel Certification process for Integral’s offices. Integral team members from several offices have received certification, including the following: Emily Codlin, Simon Ebbatson, Ben Galuza, Ed Garrod, David Glossop, Brian Goldsmith, Rob Harris, Catherine James O’hare, James Tosh, Megan White, and Aaron Wouters.
Fitwel is a cost-effective, high-impact building certification system that optimizes building occupant health and productivity through targeted improvements to workplace design and operational policies. Fitwel has a vision for a healthier future where every building is enhanced to support the wellbeing of its occupants and surrounding communities. Fitwel’s development was led by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the General Services Administration. The Center for Active Design is the operator of Fitwel, leading its widespread adoption and future development.
About Fitwel Champions
Champions are early adopters of Fitwel’s innovative approach to health and wellness and have committed to applying Fitwel’s design and operation strategies to all of a portion of their workplace portfolios. Fitwel Champions leverage the connection between design and policy strategies within buildings to impact occupant health. With evidence-based strategies and a simple, easy-to-use way to measure and track progress, Champions support the philosophy that a healthier workplace environment should be accessible for all.
About Fitwel Ambassadors
Ambassadors are leaders and active participants in Fitwel’s healthy building movement. They are well-versed in the evidence-based connection between design and health and have a clear understanding of how to integrate Fitwel’s strategies within buildings. Ambassadors can also navigate the Fitwel Digital Scorecard to assist companies to track progress and attain Fitwel certification.

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Wow it has just occurred to me how little time I will have for sewing in the next month. This weekend I am helping my daughter and her partner paint their house they shifted into last weekend.
The following weekend I have to work (trade fair time) so I will be doing 12 days straight. And they are long, full on days, so I will be very tired.
Then the next weekend if all goes according to plan I will be flying to Melbourne to meet my new Grand Daughter!! So Excited!!
So I think I will not pressure my self too much and just work on some little pinnies as they are nice and quick to make compared to everything else I do.


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Easy to get if you’re eating the right foods, one simple nutrient could be the key to better brain health – and to slowing down the progression of Alzheimer’s and other degenerative neurological diseases.
Found in sunflower seeds, avocado, and almonds, vitamin E can indirectly boost your levels of DHA-PC, a polyunsaturated fat which can slow down the development of Alzheimer’s, among other neurodegenerative diseases.
Vitamin E And Alzheimer’s Prevention
According to a study published in the journal Nature,
“Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is characterized by senile plaques, neurofibrillary tangles, synaptic disruption, and neuronal loss. Several studies have demonstrated decreases of docosahexaenoic acid-containing phosphatidylcholines (DHA-PCs) in the AD brain.”(1)
People who are consistently deficient in vitamin E show low levels of a polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) called DHA. Levels can often be 30 percent lower in many individuals than what they need to maintain good brain health.
And the reason for that is because vitamin E helps to ensure that compounds called lyso-pls, essential for carrying DHA to the brain, are made in plentiful supply.

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I went to the Standing Rock event at the Four Freedoms monument last Sunday. I have been inspired by the North Dakota protest because it was initiated by the local people (Dakota Indians) and because of the protest's diversity of tactics--from imaginative non-violent blockades, law suits, and public speaking tours to land occupation, property destruction, and the public declaration that this fight is to the death. I am further compelled by how this fight, to stop an oil pipeline from being constructed through a river, being fought on Native land intersects with all of the different grounds on which the genocide of native people has been waged--state bureaucracy, environmental destruction, incarceration, economics, gender, and race to name a few. The Standing Rock encampment has swollen to over ten thousand people because the Dakota have not only waged this fight in the largest indigenous cross-national alliance in history, but welcomed everyone from anywhere in recognition that we all suffer from these same indignities.
You can also listen to Kite Line on WFHB Radio.
This week on Kite Line, we follow up on what’s happening nationally and internationally in regards to actions for the National Prison strike, both on the inside and outside. We talk to a supporter of Kara Wild, a US trans woman who is currently being held indefinitely in a French jail. We report on call-in requests from various prisoners who are asking for outside support, as well as hear about a “riot” in the jail near Evansville, Indiana. We read solidarity statements from Greece and Canada, and hear a bit about Henry Green, a 23 year old man in Columbus, Ohio, who was killed by the local police.
Kite Line is a radio program devoted to prison issues around the Midwest and beyond. Behind the prison walls, a message is called a kite: whispered words, a note passed hand to hand, or a request submitted to the guards for medical care. Illicit or not, sending a kite means trusting that other people will bear it farther along till it reaches its destination. On the show, we hope to pass along words across the prison walls.
I went to the first Critical Mass that I know of in Evansville, in 2008. I think three people showed. It was organized by a friend who I knew through our working together to prevent the construction of I-69. We both lived in collective houses that shared food and other resources. I remember that time as being a lot of fun: the way we got food, the way we made income, the ways we passed time together. That’s why I was glad to see people starting up Critical Mass here again. I wanted to be around people who were thinking about how to use the city as something more than a site of routine and drudgery. I was ready for more fun. I’m glad I’ve been going on the ride because I’ve found some of those folks.
Below is an interview with three people who ride at Critical Mass regularly. After the interview are a few of my thoughts on ways people who enjoy Critical Mass might be able spill that joy from into the streets to the homes and workplaces and all the places they lead to in each of our lives.
MARION, IL—Individuals and LGBTQA+* groups in the tri-state area have expressed concern and outrage after Little Egypt Veterinary Clinic in Marion, IL, posted a sign in early September reading “Kennedy put a man on the moon. Obama put a man in the ladies’ room.”
This is a list highlighting actions taken regionally in association with the September 9th nationwide prison strike. For a comprehensive, world-wide list of actions check out it It's Going Down's strike coverage.
On Friday, September 1st, the Evansville Police Departmentreleased footage of the execution of Daniel Wooters by police in March.
The release of this footage comes in the midst of a nation-wide wave of protest focused on police murders of black and brown people, which began with the riots that followed the shooting of Michael Brown by Officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Missouri. These protests and riots have overwhelmingly focused on the murder of black men by police, and rightly so. According to the Washington Post, which has been collecting data on fatal police shootings since 2015, black people in the U.S. are 2.5 times more likely to be killed by police than white people.
But that doesn’t mean that police murder is not a reality for white people in this country as well. The police kill poor, homeless, mentally ill and other vulnerable white people shockingly often—Daniel Wooters being only the most recent example. According to the website The Counted, The Guardian’s project devoted to keeping track of fatal police shootings, 368 white people have been killed by police in 2016 at the time of this writing. That’s more than one person per day.
Despite this glaring reality and the obvious points of connection between the experience of working-class white people and working-class people of color, white people continue to swell the ranks of the cop-loving, white-supremacist “Alternative Right.” Inspired by the Trump campaign’s attacks on racial minorities and reacting to the upsurge of black rebellion, many working-class white people are turning to Nazi-style fascism rather than finding a common cause with those fighting against power.
In Madisonville, Kentucky, just an hour south of Evansville, the openly racist and homophobic Traditionalist Worker Party has an active branch. In a recent article, their leader Matthew Heimbach reports going door to door in a trailer park in Madisonville, promoting their fascist ideas among its white working-class residents. The group also recently held a tabling event at Murray State University, in Murray, Kentucky. These efforts must be aggressively countered by white-folks in the Tri-state who do not share their visions of a totalitarian government and the persecution of ethnic and racial minorities. It’s only by hitting the streets, countering their demos and doing our own outreach that we’ll stop them from laying the groundwork for the nightmare world they dream of.
The Evansville Police Department released body camera footage on Friday, September 1st of Evansville cops shooting and killing Daniel Wooters, 38.
The footage is from March 15, 2016, when Wooters stole a police cruiser, was chased by police and eventually shot to death after stopping and getting out of the vehicle.
In 1948 at the Bucyrus-Erie plant on the west side of Evansville the workers went on strike with the demands of higher wages, a closed shop, and increased agency in the functioning of the shop floor. The workers were going door to door in neighborhoods and discouraging scabs from working their jobs. With violence at the picket lines and support from other unions, B-E couldn’t get more than 30% of its shop running. Out of desperation, B-E tried to use prison labor to get the factory up and running, but workers with community support put a stop to it.


Metropolitan Transportation Authority's New York City Transit (NYCT) in the US has started an extensive maintenance, cleaning and repair operation on the Q Subway line in Brooklyn as part of its FASTRACK initiative.
The renovation works will be carried out between Atlantic Avenue – Barclays Center and Prospect Park for four consecutive weeknights.
The FASTRACK work includes multiple aspects of the ongoing Subway Action Plan, which aims to address a comprehensive range of incidents that cause delays in the system, including signals, track and power issues.
Metropolitan Transportation Authority chairman Joseph Lhota said: “The NYC Subway Action Plan marks the beginning of a new chapter for the MTA and provides an opportunity to stabilise and improve the system, while integrating its components into successful programmes that are already in place like FASTRACK.”
Workers are set to carry out multiple tasks as part of the Q line renovation programme, including the repair and replacement of track, third rail, and electrical and signalling components.
Further works will involve the removal of debris accumulated in the line and renovating the tunnel infrastructure.
The whole project is aligned with the Subway Action Plan that aims to improve rider experience by enhancing reliability, capacity and safety along the network.
The plan will include a wide-ranging signal repairs programme and the introduction of an emergency Water Management Initiative to seal leaks with chemical grouting within the system, in addition to the cleaning of street grates.
Additionally, plans have been outlined to expedite repair work of potential track issues across the entire underground track as part of the initiative, as well as the maintenance of associated railway infrastructure.
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo previously launched the ‘Keep it Clean’ initiative last week, which is intended to eliminate littering in the subway system.


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Only two hours after we got home, Dan fearlessly told me of the suicide plan that he'd devised while in the hospital. He had all that time to think about it while nobody was listening. He'd lost his dignity, his identity and his place in society. He had lost the will to live.
Diagnosing children with juvenile or pediatric bipolar disorder is largely an American phenomenon. Do we actually have more “bipolar” children in the United States—or are we simply labeling more of them as such? If it is ever fair to call a child “manic,” isn’t the child’s environment the direction in which we should look?
It is generally recognized in antipsychiatry circles that antidepressant drugs induce manic or hypomanic episodes in some of the individuals who take them. Psychiatry's usual response to this is to assert that the individual must have had an underlying latent bipolar disorder that has "emerged" in response to the improvement in mood. The problem with such a notion is that it is fundamentally unverifiable.
Different types of child abuse have equivalent psychological effects, according to a study in JAMA Psychiatry. It has previously been assumed that emotional and verbal abuse could have different or less harmful impact on a child’s psychology than physical or sexual abuse, but research now suggests that these forms of abuse can be just as damaging.
Researchers find that valproate decreases brain volume in a region associated with emotion processing across all participants.
Self-acceptance is a very human experience, and a necessary one in the pursuit of personal happiness. In my experience, the mental health field does an abysmal job of addressing this truth.
In a featured article for Psychiatric Services, psychiatrists from Dartmouth raise the alarm on the increasing numbers of children prescribed dangerous antipsychotic drugs. Despite the fact that data on the safety of long-term use of these drugs in this vulnerable population “do not exist,” the rate of children and adolescents being prescribed antipsychotic drugs have continued to increase over the past fifteen years.
What makes the DSM so pernicious is that it is a cultural document whose influence transcends not only psychiatric practice but also the Western civilization from which it originates. Each revision of the DSM rescripts and reimagines how we make sense of our experiences, reinterprets what thoughts, feelings and behaviors are socially sanctioned, and ultimately what it means to be human.
In a study published yesterday, researchers from the Nippon Medical School in Tokyo bring attention to a condition known as neuroleptic-induced deficit syndrome (NIDS)...
On Wednesday, May 11, there will be an inquiry by a work group in the U.K.’s Parliament into whether increases in the prescribing of antidepressants are fueling a marked increase in disability due to anxiety and depression in the U.K. I wrote about a similar rise in disability in the United States in Anatomy of an Epidemic, and the All Party Group for Prescribed Drug Dependence, which is the Parliamentary group that organized the debate, asked me to present the case against antidepressants.
Research finds that hearing negative voices explains how childhood adversity is related to distress.
There is accumulating evidence that taking SSRI antidepressants increases the risk of bleeding and other complications during surgery, according to a review published in the British Journal of Anaesthesia.
In today’s Boston Globe (April 14), Dr. Dennis Rosen, a pediatric lung and sleep specialist at Children’s Hospital in Boston, reviews my new book,...
When parents accept the bipolar label, something seems to click in their minds, and it’s in this instant that their kid’s life is forever ruined. Now they retrospectively view all the turmoil that began in puberty as due to permanent brain illness rather than normal, outgrowable adolescent issues.
A meta-analysis of known risk factors for psychosis finds elevated risk with the presence of childhood trauma, adverse life events, and affective dysfunction.
Previously taking antidepressants could make individuals less likely to respond to treatment for bipolar II depression.
Here I was, 15 years old and already in a long-term treatment facility. I was, on paper: crazy! This entire time, all the adults in my life had been speaking for me. I never felt like I was any of the things they said, but I went along with it. What else could I have done? Every time I rebelled, it only confirmed to my mother what she thought of me.
A new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial has found bright light therapy to be a powerful intervention that could provide an alternative to medication for people with “bipolar depression.”
by Chaya Grossberg July 25, 2012 He also told me the shrinks were changing around his drugs and adding more. They added an antidepressant or two to the Lithium and increased doses and eventually he seemed to have very little life left in him. Our phone calls became trying for he was so down, practically dead sounding a lot of the time, and I felt unable to do anything or say anything to make a difference. To even try felt futile and I wondered if talking to me at all was becoming the burden of yet another person he couldn't connect with. In the early years, he liked to think of us as being in the same boat, both mentally ill, since I'd also had a meltdown and I also am extremely sensitive and go through extreme states. But as the years went by, especially towards the end, I seemed to be in the ever growing “other” camp in his eyes, which meant I was yet another person who didn't get what it was like to be him. And at that point I can confirm I did not, and perhaps did not want to.
In this month’s issue of Psychological Medicine, researchers from King’s College London found evidence for associations between different types of childhood adversity and specific symptoms associated with psychosis. As current categorical approaches to psychosis and schizophrenia diagnoses come under increasing scrutiny, this study adds support to sociological and psychological theories and treatments.
A new study explores how “psychosis” and “schizophrenia” are viewed within the Māori community in New Zealand.
Between 2,150 and 4,100 children suffered from severe malformations connected to valproate prescription.
In a rare long-term study of antipsychotics used in children and adolescent inpatients, the Institute of Living in Hartford, CT followed 3,851 consecutive admissions...
An analysis of medical records in the UK reveals that the use of certain antidepressants for depression is linked to a heightened risk for mania and bipolar disorder. The research, published this week in BMJ Open, found the strongest effect for serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and the antidepressant venlafaxine.
Many experts expressed concern when the rate of antipsychotic prescriptions to children in foster care showed a rapid increase, peaking in 2008, and new recommendations and policies have tried to curb the use of these drugs. While the rate has plateaued, a new study points out that the “new normal” prescription levels are still dangerously high. The data reveals that almost one in ten children in foster care are currently being prescribed antipsychotic drugs with dangerous side-effects, many for diagnoses like ‘ADHD’ and disruptive behavior.


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Seeds–the size of a tomato’s–can grow into the tallest trees on earth, restore the footprint of a decimated forest, and help support life–of plants, animals, and people–for thousands of years. But it won’t be easy. Many challenges lie in waiting first. Read on for the story of a redwood seedling plucked from its home to grow safely, only to return and valiantly help restore the forests and habitats of San Vicente Redwoods.
While the size and majesty of a coast redwood often dominates the landscape, like all ecosystems, there is so much more than meets the eye–a complex, delicate, and intricate web of life comprised of the reciprocity of thousands of life forms from the microorganisms in the soil, fungi and insects, to the plants, trees, and wildlife. What can monitoring wildlife on the land, water, and air tell us about recovery and recreation in the forest? Read on to learn more.
In the third part of a new series by Julia Busiek about the impacts of climate on redwoods, we explore how human-caused conditions that led to the CZU fire have been building since the beginning of European colonization, and what, if anything, can be done to prevent it from happening again.
Removing a Dam, Restoring a Watershed
In September 2021, a defunct, century-old dam was removed from Mill Creek, in the San Vicente watershed, inland from Davenport, CA. This moment capped a decade of restoration efforts in the watershed at the southern end of San Vicente Redwoods, to bring back Coho salmon and improve redwood forest resiliency. Restoring the watershed has also helped the Amah Mutsun tribal band re-establish their relationship to the land and to their history. Their partnership and research deepens our understanding of what stewardship means, for forests, for water, and for everyone. We invite you to hear from the many voices of the Mill Creek dam story in the video and read more about the dam removal here.
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He wrote: "Madonna. Best song???? Fuck off!!!
"Madonna winning Best Original Song truly shows how these awards have nothing to do with merit. Her acceptance speech was embarrassing in it's narcissism.
"And her critisism (sic) of Gaga shows how desperate she really is."
Earlier in the evening Elton had blasted Madonna's efforts, saying he did not believe she could win.
He said: "Mary J [Blige] might win it for The Help. Madonna doesn't have a fucking chance."
However, Madonna retorted she was ready to fight him to take home the award.
She told Carson Daly: "Was he wearing a dress? Damn him, those are fighting words. OK, well may the best man win."
Accepting her prize on stage at the awards, she said: "This is a surprise. Thank you."
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To define Throughput, Goodput and Latency, we need to understand some terms first such as the propagation delay, the packetization delay, the queueing delay, etc.
- The propagation delay can be calculated with the following formula:
Propagation delay = distance / speed of the signal
where “distance” is the length of the media
- The propagation delay can be expressed in terms of RTT of a packet.
- On a point to point link, when we transmit a series of packets from point A to point B:
- the propagation delay of all the packets equals the propagation delay of a single packet. This is important to know when we will later calculate the end-to-end delay.
Transmission time (Packetization delay)
Transmission time is the time elapsed from the first bit put on the link till the last bit is put on the link. Transmission time is also known as Transmission Delay or Packetization Delay in packet switching networks.
Why did I say packetization delay in packet switching networks? Because it has a different meaning in another context. Packetization delay in a packet voice network means the amount of time it takes to fill a packet payload with voice.
Transmission time = Transfer size / Bandwidth
Where Transfer size is the size of a packet or a file.
Transmission time can be calculated for a single packet. In this case: Transmission time = packet size / Bandwidth
Remember: Transmission time <> Transfer time
Queueing delay = the time spent by a packet waiting in a packet switch buffer. Queuing helps reduce the likelihood of dropping packets especially in times of congestion.
Queueing delay is a function of time. This is the only variable parameter in the precedent formula. The rest of the parameters are deterministic.
End-to-end delay (Latency)
The end-to-end delay is also called Latency or Transfer time. It is calculated with the following formula:
End-to-end Delay = Propagation delay + Serialization delay + Transmission time + Queueing delay
Latency is the time it takes a packet to travel from one host to another. Beware that tools such as Ping give the RTT and not the end-to-end delay.
What about the end-to-end delay between two hosts separated by packet switches in the way? The end-to-end delay is then the sum total of all propagation delays, serialization delays, transmission times and queueuing delays of all links between the two end hosts (the links in red in the following diagram).
Hint: if you ever encounter an exercise where you need to calculate the end-to-end delay, think it visually by drawing a graph similar to the one above. Try a couple of examples (varying the number of packets) and you will hopefully find a pattern.
NB: sometimes IT professionals confuse Latency and Propagation delay.
Throughput can be calculated with the following formula:
Throughput = Transfer size / Transfer time
Usually, at one instant “t” in time, the actual throughput you have is smaller than the maximum throughput
We distinguish “flavours” of throughput:
- Maximum Theoretical Throughput: can equal the circuit bandwidth value, in theory
- Peak Measured Throughput: measured with real systems
- TCP Throughput = Window size / RTT
- “Window size” is the number of bytes of data that can be sent or received before an ACK is received. The Window Size is also expressed in terms of packets.
- TCP throughput can also be calculated with this formula: w * MSS /RTT
- w: the number of segments sent in one RTT time
- MSS: the Maximum Segment Size of a transmitted segment.
Given the throughput and the link bandwidth (or link capacity), we can determine how much our communication channel is used:
Channel utilization= Throughput / Bandwidth
What Goodput Really is
Now that we defined throughput, we need to make the distinction between it and goodput.
Goodput is a combination of the two words “good” and “throughput”.
While throughput determines how much “raw” data (data that includes protocol overhead and retransmitted segments) a host sends on a period of time (the observation time), Goodput is how much “useful” data the host sends over the same period of time. Goodput is the throughput of the application layer. It measures the application data rate.
This is the formula to calculate the Goodput:
Goodput = file size / Transfer time
An interesting fact: the goodput is always smaller than the throughput
Some Interesting Products That Involve Latency And RTT
- Latency * Bandwidth = how many bits a host can send before the first sent bit reaches the end of the channel
- RTT * Bandwidth = how many bits a host can send before the sender expects an ACK


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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday launched a search operation across 40 locations in Chennai in connection with the 2017 gutkha scam. The homes of Tamil Nadu DGP TK Rajendran at Mogappair, ex-DGP S George near Maduravoyal, Health Minister C Vijayabaskar and other police officers are also being searched, ANI reported.
Special teams comprising officials of the agency’s Anti Corruption-III Unit from New Delhi commenced the simultaneous searches at 7 am. This is the first time the CBI is conducting searches on the residence of a DGP in the state, The Hindu reported.
The Madras High Court in April 2018 ordered the CBI to probe sale of chewing tobacco, which has been banned in Tamil Nadu since 2013. The central investigation body took over the case from the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC).
In June, the Enforcement Directorate registered a money laundering case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act against unnamed government officials in the gutkha scam based on the first information report (FIR) registered by the CBI in May.
Despite the opposition from the Opposition parties, Rajendran was given a two-year extension in 2018.
The raids come a year after the scam came to light.
On 8 July, 2017, the state Income Tax Department conducted raids at the godown, offices and residences of a gutkha manufacturer in Tamil Nadu, who was facing charges of evading tax to the tune of Rs 250 crore. During the raids, the officials found a dairy which carried names of Vijayabaskar, among others, and spoke of his alleged involvement in taking bribes from the manufacturers. The company allegedly paid him and senior police officers Rs 40 crore, in order to continue selling gutkha in the state.
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) had demanded a CBI probe into the issue, following which chief minister E Palaniswamy had said that the DVAC was enquiring into the matter. The DMK had also demanded the resignation of the health minister as well as the then police commissioner.
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Last season provided one of the season's most memorable moments. You surely remember Les Miles' last-second gamble. Miles called for a pass to the end zone when a field goal would have sufficed, and Matt Flynn hit Demetrius Byrd for a 22-yard score with one second left.
The memory of that 30-24 loss, as well as a far-too panicked fan base, provides more than enough motivation for Tommy Tuberville's bunch. Auburn is 3-0, and ranked 10th, but grumpy fans on the Plains aren't happy with the slow progression of Tony Franklin's new offense.
Auburn's athletic director even sent an e-mail to students this week, asking them not to boo their team.
LSU may also need to win with defense. Jarrett Lee and Andrew Hatch have looked shaky in No. 6 LSU's two opening wins, and the Appalachian State and North Texas defenses aren't nearly as talented as Auburn's.
Thanks to the UNLV (not Runnin') Rebels, this matchup has lost some prestige. Eight days ago, Arizona State and Georgia were on track for an under-the-lights-on-national-TV contest between two 3-0 teams.
But UNLV shocked then-No. 15 Arizona State 23-20 in overtime last Saturday, at Arizona State, sending the Sun Devils tumbling out of the polls.
Still, Sun Devil Stadium will undoubtedly be rocking for No. 3 Georgia's first trip to the West Coast since 1960 (7 p.m., ABC). And Arizona State quarterback Rudy Carpenter possesses the arm to beat the Bulldogs. He has completed 71.3 percent of his passes and has six touchdowns and two interceptions.
Unfortunately for the Sun Devils, they don't have much of a chance of containing Knowshon Moreno or Matt Stafford.
Fulmer Vs. Meyer
Can Phil Fulmer finally break through against Urban Meyer? Doesn't look promising. Tennessee's coach is 0-3 against his Florida counterpart, and the No. 4 Gators come to Neyland Stadium (2:30, CBS) oozing with confidence.
Oh, and the Gators got the past two weeks to prepare for the Volunteers.
Tennessee must contain Tim Tebow — that's a given. But more importantly, they need better play from their own quarterback. Jonathan Crompton was terrible in the season-opening loss at UCLA, which has lost 59-0 to BYU. And while he was improved in the Vols' 35-3 win last Saturday over UAB, Crompton still threw two passes to the other team.
And now the real season begins for the Arkansas Razorbacks. Bobby Petrino's team escaped two scares against inferior competition, but No. 9 Alabama's visit to Reynolds Razorback Stadium (11:30 a.m., Raycom) starts a four-game stretch against top-10 teams. ... Auburn 3, Mississippi State 2 might not turn out to be the most ridiculous football linescore of the SEC season. The Bulldogs visit Georgia Tech for what figures to be another struggle to score. ... Vanderbilt travels to Ole Miss and looks for a 4-0 start while the Rebels try for a 3-1 start.
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