The United States is taking a stand against the United Nations, under President Trump.
The United Nations has often upset America with its corruption and inability.
This week, the United States decided to sent a formal notice to the U.N. With this notice, they officially let them know they were leaving this one accord.
According to our source, My Right America, the Trump administration notified the United Nations Friday of its intention to leave the Paris climate accord, the latest in a series of formal steps the administration needs to take to leave the agreement in 2020. This is nothing unexpected, because in June last year, President Trump announced his intention to achieve a campaign promise to leave the agreement that was signed by President Obama and which supporters hailed as a vital landmark in the fight against climate change.
The deal placed a disproportionate burden on America’s economy and business according to Trump and many conservatives. So, the president called for the U.S. to be withdrawn. On Friday, the State Department reported that it had formally notified the U.N. of its intention to leave.
The statement reads:
“As the President indicated in his June 1 announcement and subsequently, he is open to re-engaging in the Paris Agreement if the United States can identify terms that are more favorable to it, its businesses, its workers, its people, and its taxpayers.”
It is not a secret that the Paris Climate Accord was a terrible deal, one that former President Obama forced the country into. Former President did not ask Congress, nor seek their agreement, a direct overstepping of his authority. With his actions, he essentially obligated the entire country to terms that would hurt our economy, jobs market, innovation, and potential growth. In fact, the accord would cost the U.S. 6 million jobs.
Fortunately, Trump is putting Americans first, ensuring that our ability to grow economically, create jobs, and stay competitive is not hampered by radical environmentalism.
After that the United Nations were informed, the next step is to apply to leave on November 4, 2019, with the U.S. completely out of the agreement by 2020.
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Accurate and Robust Genomic Prediction of Celiac Disease Using Statistical Learning
Gad Abraham, Jason A. Tye-Din, Oneil G. Bhalala, Adam Kowalczyk, Justin Zobel, Michael Inouye, PLoS Genetics 2014. 10(2): e1004137. doi:10.1371/journal.pgen.1004137
Genomic prediction of celiac disease targeting HLA-positive individuals
Gad Abraham, Alexia Rohmer, Jason A. Tye-Din*, Michael Inouye*, Genome Medicine 2015. 7:72. doi:10.1186/s13073-015-0196-5
General review of genomic prediction:
Genomic risk prediction of complex human disease and its clinical application
Gad Abraham, Michael Inouye, Current Opinion in Genetics and Development 2015. 33:10-16. doi:10.1016/j.gde.2015.06.005
The clinical utility of genomic data has yet to be fully realized. The first paper from Gad Abraham and the Inouye group was one of the first studies to successfully employ genomic prediction for a complex human disease. As a proof-of-concept, the team constructed and externally validated a genomic risk score for celiac disease which attained sensitivity and specificity to a clinically relevant degree. The second paper showed that genomic prediction targeting the high-risk subgroup of HLA-DQ2.5+ individuals can also be an efficient clinical strategy to avoid unnecessary follow-up tests. Overall, our research shows that genomic prediction utilising existing microarray technologies has the potential to remodel diagnostic pathways for celiac disease and is likely extendable to other common human diseases.

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A trio of Dutch MPs has expressed worry over farm attacks and land expropriation without compensation in South Africa. The politicians have appealed to the Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs, Stef Blok, to consider reporting farm murders and attacks to the UN’s Human Rights Council. Tensions are rife in South Africa at the moment, as farmers and farm workers continue to protest the ongoing attacks on the lives of farmers, farm workers and their families. On Sunday, scores of South Africans gathered in large numbers to protest the attacks on the agricultural community. In a demonstration that took place outside of parliament, Western Cape Provincial Minister of Agriculture directed his speech to President Ramaphosa, stating ‘an attack on a farmer is an attack on the economy’. However, some are past asking cabinet and the president for help. In a recent interview (listen below) with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, Willem Petzer said, ‘we know that they have no political will to do anything about farm murders. They have no political will to protect farmers, because they literally go out and say things like ‘we’re going to take back the land’. – Jarryd Neves
Solidarity Movement media statement:
Dutch politicians raise serious questions about situation in South Africa
Three Dutch members of parliament reiterated their concerns about farm attacks and the ANC government’s planned expropriation without compensation in a series of questions put to the Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs, Stef Blok. This comes after the Dutch parliament last year adopted a motion that expresses opposition to expropriation without compensation. In terms of this motion, Minister Blok had to convey the Netherlands’ disapproval of this policy to the South African government.
For the past two years, the Solidarity Movement has been actively calling on governments in Europe to put more pressure on the South African government. According to Jaco Kleynhans, head of international liaison at the Solidarity Movement, the 12 questions to minister Blok were raised by two MPs of the centrist Christian-Democratic Appeal (CDA), Martijn van Helvert and Jaco Geurts, and the leader of the Reformed Political Party (SGP), Kees van der Staaij. Last year’s motion was tabled by the CDA and the SGP, and was also supported by the ruling party of Prime Minister Mark Rutte, the People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), as well as the Christian Union, 50Plus, Forum for Democracy and the Party for Freedom.
In the questions addressed to Minister Blok the three members of parliament seek clarity on the Dutch government’s liaison with President Ramaphosa on farm murders and expropriation of land. They also appealed to the minister to consider reporting farm attacks to the United Nations’ Human Rights Council.
According to Kleynhans, there is support for good relations between South Africa and the Netherlands among a majority of Dutch politicians. “During my six visits to the Netherlands over the past 18 months and in discussions with politicians from across the entire political spectrum it is clear that Dutch politicians and business people want to further the strong relationship between the two countries, even to expand it. However, there are serious concerns about the decay of government, corruption, safety (including farm attacks) and property rights. Various Dutch companies are doing business in South Africa and are considering further expansion but the planned expropriation without compensation will derail such investment”.
Our message to politicians in the twelve countries in Europe with whom we have recently engaged is that serious pressure must be exerted on the South African government”. The Solidarity Movement is also canvassing support from parties in the European Parliament in the hope that the European Union will take a stand on the situation in South Africa.
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Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #27 is another beautiful edition of our flagship magazine, wrapping you in nostalgia for the classic horror films that never fail to fire our imaginations. Our vibrant approach to vintage horror cinema brings the movies of yesteryear back to screaming life with a combination of first-rate production values, crisply reproduced stills and passionate journalism. From the earliest silents through the genre’s many golden ages, right up to the kinds of modern classics that hark back to the glory days, there’s something in Classic Monsters of the Movies for Monster Kids of any age.
This issue’s cover feature is worth the Price of admission alone, with a beautiful painting by Daniel Horne heralding our feature on 1974’s Madhouse. Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, Robert Quarry and Adrienne Corri star in a movie that’s packed with pitch-black humour and plenty of knowing nods to other entries in the genre. Our fact-packed feature takes you through the movie’s development and context, exploring the ways in which Madhouse mirrors the real-life career trajectory of Price himself. As we head behind the cameras and the bodies begin to pile up, you’ll also enjoy all those delightful moments of creepy camp that Mr Price does so well. Get the cameras rolling… Dr Death is back, and this Madhouse article will take you to the heart of the action.
After all the excitement of filming, it might be therapeutic to take a little stroll through some quiet streets, but you’ll discover that at least as far as horror movies are concerned, London town isn’t the best place for a relaxed walk. Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #27 takes you on a whistle-stop tour of some of the English capital’s lethal landmarks and mean streets, where a surprising number of classic movie monsters tend to hang out. From the denizens of the Tower to Jack the Ripper and various incarnations of Mr Hyde, it seems you can’t turn a corner in London without bumping into an iconic movie villain.
You’ll also meet a true legend of classic horror cinema, as our biography feature unfolds the life of Michael Gough. His many roles took him from vampire chills in Hammer’s Dracula (1958) to ape horror in Konga (1961), musical mayhem in The Phantom of the Opera (1962) and some seriously bad medicine in Horror Hospital (1973), before several forays into wild gothic animation among so many other performances. It’s time to rediscover this overwrought hero of vintage horror cinema.
Perhaps a trip to the countryside will calm your nerves… not likely, as you’ll discover when you read our examination of The Blood on Satan’s Claw. Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #27 takes you through the sickly, nightmarish world of this 1971 folk horror classic, looking at Piers Haggard’s direction as well as the many strong performances from the likes of Linda Hayden and Patrick Wymark.
We also kick off a new occasional series giving the Classic Monsters of the Movies treatment to films which are still relatively new, but also share plenty of characteristics with more widely recognised classics. Starting things off, we cross the lonely causeway to Eel Marsh House and a face-off with The Woman in Black. This 2012 Hammer chiller absolutely drips with vintage atmosphere so don’t be put off by its youthfulness, it’s a ghost story with classic scares in spades.
Need to lighten the mood after all those gothic chills? Our Kitsch Corner feature is just what you need, with a look at the quirky, colourful and downright bizarre Scared to Death. The only colour feature film starring Bela Lugosi, this Poverty Row production is a whirlwind of weirdness and creepy goings-on. Can you keep up with everything that’s happening in the Van Ee clinic? Don’t look at that floating mask in the window, get stuck in and enjoy this truly unique movie.
Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #27 is another essential for your vintage horror movie magazine collection. From the glorious glossy cover featuring Daniel Horne’s stunning artwork, to the high-end paper stock and clean layout that allows every article to shine, it’s a classic horror film magazine the likes of which you’ve never seen. Each meticulously restored image bursts from the page while our engaging articles draw you into movies you may already know, and some you might not.
Issue #27 of Classic Monsters of the Movies includes:
- Madhouse – studded with horror stars, this macabre shocker blends fact with fiction in its tale of a famous horror star whose career isn’t about to finish just yet.
- Capital Chills – the streets of cinematic London are packed with terrors. From Victorian villains to more contemporary creeps, we meet the movie monsters who have made their home here.
- Michael Gough – he’s faced vampiric horror, opera ghosts and giant apes, not to mention taking care of a certain dark knight, but how well do you know him?
- The Blood on Satan’s Claw – check yourself for any furry patches and stay away from the old ruined church as we explore Tigon’s sinister entry into the annals of folk horror.
- The Woman in Black – don’t be fooled by its 2012 release, this is a classic ghost story up there with the best of them, thanks to its nerve-shredding atmosphere and Daniel Radcliffe’s central performance.
- Scared to Death – what’s happening to Laura Van Ee? Who are the mysterious dancers in the photograph? Bela Lugosi and George Zucco have some of the answers in an extraordinary piece of movie kitsch.
- And more besides!
There’s plenty more to discover in Classic Monsters of the Movies issue #27, all presented to the high standards you expect and bursting with information. Each article brings a fresh perspective on the classic horror film genre, and each page brings you something new to discover as you explore our unique angle on monster cinema.
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Cumme History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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The ancient history of the Cumme name begins with the ancient Anglo-Saxon tribes of Britain. The name is derived from when the family resided in a small valley; the surname Cumme is often derived from the Old English word cumb, which means valley. In this case, it belongs to the class of topographic surnames, which were given to people who resided near physical features such as hills, streams, churches, or types of trees. Alternately, the surname Cumme may be derived from residence in one of the many places called Comb, Combe, or Coombe. In this case, it belongs to the large category of Anglo-Saxon habitation names, which are derived from pre-existing names for towns, villages, parishes, or farmsteads.
Early Origins of the Cumme family
The surname Cumme was first found in Devon where Richard de la Coombe held estates in that county in the year 1194. The name also found in the Feet of Fines of Somerset in 1269 where the entry Alan in la Cumbe was found.
Robert atte Cumbe was listed in the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex in 1296, and Thomas de Combe was listed in the Assize Rolls of Kent in the year 1317.  Today Combs is a small village in Derbyshire and a parish, in the union and hundred of Stow, Suffolk.
Important Dates for the Cumme family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Cumme research. Another 70 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1460, 1651, 1586, 1667, 1616 and 1640 are included under the topic Early Cumme History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Cumme Spelling Variations
Until quite recently, the English language has lacked a definite system of spelling rules. Consequently, Anglo-Saxon surnames are characterized by a multitude of spelling variations. Changes in Anglo-Saxon names were influenced by the evolution of the English language, as it incorporated elements of French, Latin, and other languages. Although Medieval scribes and church officials recorded names as they sounded, so it is common to find one person referred to by several different spellings of his surname, even the most literate people varied the spelling of their own names. Variations of the name Cumme include Coombe, Combs, Coombs, Comes, Combes, Combe, Coombes, Cumbe, Coumbes, Coames, Coambes, Cumbes, Cumes, Cummes, Cume, Coomes, Coames, Cooms, Coumes, Coume, Cooms, Coom, Coomb, Comb and many more.
Early Notables of the Cumme family (pre 1700)
Another 27 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Cumme Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Cumme migration to Australia
Emigration to Australia
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of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:
Cumme Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
- Rudolph Cumme, aged 22, a clerk, who arrived in South Australia in 1848 aboard the ship "Alfred"
Contemporary Notables of the name Cumme (post 1700)
- Wellington W. Cumme, American politician, Presidential Elector for Michigan, 1888
- ^ Reaney, P.H and R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames. London: Routledge, 1991. Print. (ISBN 0-415-05737-X)
- ^ Lewis, Samuel, A Topographical Dictionary of England. Institute of Historical Research, 1848, Print.
- ^ State Records of South Australia. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) ALFRED 1848. Retrieved from http://www.slsa.sa.gov.au/BSA/1848Alfred.htm
- ^ The Political Graveyard: Alphabetical Name Index. (Retrieved 2015, October 16) . Retrieved from http://politicalgraveyard.com/alpha/index.html

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While throwing in a simulated game towards the end of April, Yankees starter Michael Pineda suffered a strain of the teres major muscle in his shoulder. The diagnosis purported Pineda would need three or four weeks to recover. Unfortunately for the Yankees, Pineda will need more than four weeks now, according to manager Joe Girardi, via Jorge Castillo of The Star-Ledger.
Pineda played catch at a distance of 60 feet on Saturday, Castillo writes, and everything went well, but Girardi is in no mood to rush the right-hander considering his four starts this season were his first for the Yankees since they acquired him in January 2012 in the Jesus Montero trade.
Pineda, of course, made headlines when he was caught on national television with pine tar on his neck, but when he wasn’t brazenly breaking baseball’s rules, he was pitching well for the Yankees. In four starts, the 25-year-old posted a 1.83 ERA with 15 strikeouts and three walks over 19 2/3 innings.
Newly acquired third baseman Todd Frazier spent his first five games with the Yankees on the road, playing once in Minnesota and four games in Seattle. He was set to take his first at-bat as a Yankee at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday night against the Reds. Unfortunately, things didn’t quite go how he likely expected them.
The Yankees quickly loaded the bases on consecutive singles from Matt Holliday, Didi Gregorius, and Chase Headley to lead off the bottom of the second inning. That brought up Frazier in his first at-bat at Yankee Stadium. He got ahead in the count 3-1 against Luis Castillo before hitting a sharp grounder to shortstop Jose Peraza. Gregorius went back to second base because he thought the ball had a chance to be caught on a line. Peraza stepped on the second base bag, then fired to first base for the double play. Votto then threw across the diamond to Eugenio Suarez at third base, catching Gregorius out in no man’s land. Holliday scored in the meantime, breaking a 0-0 tie, but Gregorius was eventually called out for running out of the base line in a run down.
Frazier entered the evening with just two hits (both singles) and one walk in 18 plate appearances as a Yankee.
Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports that the Brewers have agreed to a deal with the White Sox for reliever Anthony Swarzak. The White Sox will receive 3B/OF Ryan Cordell in return.
It’s no secret that the 53-48 first-place Brewers are on the hunt for relief help. While closer Corey Knebel has been great, the Brewers have been shaky leading up to the ninth inning as Carlos Torres owns a 4.65 ERA and Oliver Drake 5.05.
Swarzak, 31, has posted a 2.23 ERA with a 52/13 K/BB ratio in 48 1/3 innings this season. He can become a free agent after the season.
Cordell, 25, hit .284/.349/.506 with 10 home runs and 45 RBI in 292 plate appearances at Triple-A Colorado Springs. He’s the Brewers’ No. 17 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline.


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Your choice: go out or stay home
David Collins gets it all wrong, “Town leaders, stop meddling in COVID-19 orders,” (May 12). Restaurants, like other businesses, should be allowed to open as the owner sees fit. We can choose to support the business as our choice, not the government's. If you do not want to run the risk of infection, stay home.
If you need to stay home because you are compromised, you can choose to do so. We do not prevent indoor dining at restaurants during a bad cold/flu season. We do not mandate mask usage or "social distancing" during these times either.
The risk of exposure is through the exact same means. We can choose to go out and dine even though we know the risk, or we can choose not to. It is up to us to decide. If we do not allow individuals to make the choice, closures will be much more common.
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The Chinese government has announced that it has banned online games that glamorize gangs. According to the government, any websites featuring or publicizing online games, which glamorize mafia gangs, will be "severely punished." Exactly what the severe punishment will be is unknown.
Reuters reports that the Culture Ministry said games that, "advocate obscenity, gambling, or violence," and "undermine morality and Chinese traditional culture." The official Xinhua news agency continued saying, "These games encourage people to deceive, loot and kill, and glorify gangsters' lives. It has a bad influence on youngsters."
The Chinese agency specifically pointed out the Godfather title from EA as one of the offending games. The Cultural Ministry has ordered law enforcement bodies to step up oversight on sites that continue to run this sort of game.
Chinese officials have a lot of ground to cover to enforce these rules. China's online game industry is expected to grow from 30 to 50% this year with sales revenues of as high as 27 billion yuan. China reportedly has about 200 million online game players, the largest number in the world.
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Why the Court should uphold S.B.1070
on Jul 14, 2011 at 9:11 am
The following is an essay for our symposium on Arizona v. United States byÂ Carol M. Swain, Professor of Political Science and of Law at Vanderbilt University. Professor SwainÂ is an award-winning author and widely recognized expert on race relations, immigration, black leadership, and evangelical politics. Her more recent books include Debating Immigration (Cambridge University Press, 2007) and the newly released Be the People: A Call to Reclaim Americaâ€™s Faith and Promise (Thomas Nelson Press, 2011).
The Supreme Court should uphold the constitutionality of Arizonaâ€™s S.B.1070 and recognize the legislation as a good faith effort by a state seeking to impose law and order in a crisis situation.Â Arizona officials see S.B.1070 as necessary legislation to protect its inhabitants from the harm associated with excessive crime, homelessness, and high unemployment made worse by the uncontrolled influx of illegal aliens across the Southwestern border.Â Unlike other U.S. states, Arizona has the distinction of having had its capital city of Phoenix dubbed as the â€œkidnapping capital of America.â€Â Parts of the state have become safe havens for drug cartels who have established strongholds where law enforcement officials and residents fear to tread.Â Given this dire situation, the state of Arizona would have been irresponsible if it had not taken concrete actions to help ensure the health and well-being of its legal residents.
Criticisms of S.B.1070 seem to be politically motivated and orchestrated by groups and foreign entities that benefit directly or indirectly from lax immigration enforcement.Â This is especially true for countries like Mexico, Guatemala, and Bolivia who have intervened by filing briefs supporting the lawâ€™s opponents. President Obama, the Department of Justice, and the Department of Homeland Security have sided with interest groups who favor open borders and amnesty.Â These have raised civil rights concerns and have introduced a parade of horribles into the debate. However, Kris Kobach the master architect of the Arizona law has discussed its major criticisms. These criticisms include the unfairness of expecting aliens to carry proof of their legal status, the vagueness of the concept of â€œreasonable suspicion,â€ the increased risk of racial profiling, the unfairness of asking to see driversâ€™ licenses, and lastly the preemption doctrine based on the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution. Under the preemption doctrine, state governments are pre-empted from passing legislation addressing areas where the federal government holds primary authorityâ€”for example, immigration. The Â Arizona law makes no effort to set standards for immigration law or interfere with existing laws.Â Therefore, it does not conflict with preemption principles. To the contrary, the existence of multiple enforcers of immigration law can help ensure that Congressional intent is satisfied.
Kobach has pointed out that since 1940 existing federal law makes it a crime for an alien not to carry his or her papers. Therefore, the Arizona law merely â€œadds a state penalty to what was already a federal crime.â€ To the other points, he argues that for over forty years courts have defined â€œreasonable suspicion.â€ It was not a concept invented by Arizona legislators. Further, in response to concerns of racial profiling, Arizona legislatures have clarified that â€œreasonable suspicionâ€ inquires would only occur if there is a lawful stop made by officers, in other words where officers believe that there is an illegal civil or criminal violation, for instance a traffic violation.
Fears of racial profiling are overblown because the law specifically forbids law enforcement officials from considering â€œrace, color or national originâ€ in making decisions about immigration matters.Â The driverâ€™s license fear is unfounded because the law does not demand that anyone has to carry or produce a license.Â Lastly, he takes on the issue of preemption and argues that the Supreme Court since 1976 has recognized the right of states to enact laws designed to deter illegal immigration.Â In fact, the Court seemingly recognized this right in Chamber of Commerce v. Whiting, which upheld an Arizona statute mandating the use of the E-Verify employment verification system, and again in its decision to remand the ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit that prevented the city of Hazleton, Pennsylvania from enforcing regulations that would penalize employers and landlords who hired and rented to illegal aliens. These recent Supreme Court decisions certainly suggest a willingness by the Court to allow state and local governments to take reasonable actions designed to address issues related to illegal immigration.
The question of whether the Supreme Court will grant certiorari and uphold the rule of law is an open one that can be easily decided on the merits if political considerations are removed from the calculations.Â America is not an open borders nation. Instead, it is a nation with laws on the books that are not being enforced by the federal government.Â As a consequence, we have an illegal immigration crisis that threatens the sovereignty of the nation. The Court has plenty of ammunition with which to uphold the constitutionality of the Arizona law.Â For example, the Court could revisit the issue of federalism, which mandates shared and overlapping governmental jurisdictions.Â Under federalism, state governments have the power to experiment and to take actions designed to address unique situations affecting its citizens and other inhabitants.Â Institutional failure is driving the entrance of state and local governments into an area normally dominated by the federal government.Â Institutional failure related to immigration is most vividly demonstrated by Congress, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justiceâ€™s refusal to shore up the system by enforcing existing laws or by passing new ones.
The Court could find a compelling state interest in Arizonaâ€™s need to protect its inhabitants from the physical and mental harms associated with lawlessness emanating from its location as a border state.Â Under no circumstances should the Court interfere with the political process by acting to overturn a decision that the people of Arizona enacted through their governor and state legislature. S.B.1070 can be viewed as a good faith effort by a desperate state to assist an overburdened federal government in fulfilling its legal obligation to protect its citizens from harm. Upholding the Arizona law will help the nation as a whole by reminding the the people and the other institutional players that we are a nation shaped by a constitution that stipulates the guidelines for what it means to be a nation under the law.Â Political correctness cannot dictate public policy.Â There should be no shortcuts or end runs around justice.


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In Buckle St yesterday, I noticed that the service station near the corner with Tory St was undergoing what is either some very heavy refurbishment or complete demolition. The fact that the petrol tanks were being dug up makes me suspect the latter.
While this may be nothing significant, I can't help wondering whether this might be the first steps towards creating a park here. The "Te Aro Corridor" Appendix (1MB PDF) of the Central Area Review says that "it is intended to establish a linear park space directly opposite the War Memorial." While the map of this proposed park is intentionally sketchy, by superimposing it on an aerial photo you can get some idea of the space it would use:
I don't think that this is will quite become the urban public space that I think upper Te Aro needs. It'll be dominated by the adjacent traffic, it's unlikely to develop an active built edge any time soon, and it's on the fringe of the urban area rather than forming the heart of an evolving neighbourhood. However, it's certainly a better use of the urban fabric than the current jumble of sheds and asphalt, and the main rationale for having a park here seems to be to maintain a clear view of and to provide a suitably formal backdrop for the War Memorial. It may even get a reasonable amount of use, since it's between Massey University and Mt Cook School, but it's too far from the emerging population centre of SoCo to provide the sort of quality public space required there.
Update: as I say in my latest comment, it looks like the use of this land for a National War Memorial Park is imminent.


The Met Office issued its first-ever red extreme heat warning for England as temperatures are expected to hit 40C (104F).
A forecast of extremely high temperatures in areas across the country on Monday, 18 July and Tuesday 19, has prompted the first-ever Level 4 national emergency to be declared.
To trigger a Level 4 warning, a heatwave must be “so severe and/or prolonged that its effects extend outside health and social care system, such as power or water shortages”.
It also means that “illness and death may occur among the fit and healthy”.
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The Old 96 District holiday gift and event guide embraces the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of our 5-county tourism region. Discover the South Carolina small town charm in the counties of Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens and McCormick. Join us for holiday Christmas tree tours, festive music, tasty nibbles, carriage rides, train rides, shopping and more. These offerings speak to our South Carolina hearts, and we couldn’t resist sharing them. Is there a shop or artisan you think should be included in our guide? Email us!

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continued The sounds of a Latin dance party mamboed across the grounds of Stella Maris last Saturday night as 300 people enjoyed the Latin jazz music of Tito Puente Jr. and his 12 piece jazz band during the eighth annual Skaneateles Area Arts Council Gala.
The gala, the major fundraiser of the year for SKARTS, raised thousands of dollars through the event, all of which goes back into the community in the form of grants to cultural, educational and community endeavors.
“People love this event,” said gala co-chair Fouad Dietz. “We couldn’t do this without community support — and the money we make goes right back out into the community.”
“This will be a different type of concert tonight,” said co-chair Jean McGlynn during set-up for the event Saturday afternoon. “People will get very involved and join in the dancing. It will be very festive and a lot of fun.”
It was a fun night, and energetic, with the highly infectious enthusiasm of Tito Puente Jr. and his band dancing off the stage, as well as members of La Familia de la Salsa dance troupe dancing on the dance floor -- and giving lessons and encouraging everyone to get up and dance.
And dance they did. After a salsa lesson from La Familia de la Salsa during the cocktail hour, from the minute Puente and his band started playing the dance floor was filled.
“We’re gonna take you back in time to the music you want to dance to,” said Fuente, who was not only a great musician, but hilariously funny as well. “We should all be in the kitchen right now, but we’re here,” he said, referring to the band’s Latin heritage.
Puente engaged the crowd, telling stories, sharing personal history and introducing all his songs, speaking both English and Spanish, with all of the lyrics being in Spanish. He praised the huge influence of his father, Tito Puente, on both himself and the world of music in general. “I have some very big shoes to fill,” Puente Jr. said.


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The European Commission has launched the Multiannual Indicative Programme (MIP) for the Thematic Programme for Civil Society Organisations 2021-2027, worth €1.5 billion for the period 2021–2027. Funding will specifically support civil society organisations outside of the EU, as independent actors of governance and development in their own right and their engagement to contribute to inclusive and participatory democratic processes and better development outcomes.
The Global Europe Civil Society Organisations programme is funded under the thematic pillar of the new Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI). OCTs are eligible to the thematic strands of the programme. The majority of the programme will be implemented at country level in ACP countries (Africa, Caribbean and Pacific). Subsequent calls for proposals covering the different activities, open to civil society organisations across the world (including OCTs), will be published in the coming months.
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Deep-fried turkey may taste good, but it can also be hazardous if cooked the wrong way.
Nathan Richard, a veteran firefighter with the Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department and an award-winning chef, demonstrated what not to do when frying a bird this Thanksgiving.
“Thanksgiving is the leading day of the year for home fires involving cooking equipment,” Richard said. “The National Fire Protection Association discourages the use of outdoor, gas-fueled turkey fryers, which can lead to devastating burns, destruction of property and other injuries.”
Cooking fires are the leading cause of house fires and home injuries, and Thanksgiving is the leading day of the year for house fires involving cooking equipment, Richard said.
The NFPA reports more than 150,000 fires occur on Thanksgiving.
Using a frozen turkey donated by Rouses, Richard and fellow volunteer firefighter Ben Comeaux recently broke all the safety rules to illustrate the dangers of turkey frying in a controlled demonstration.
“We’re overfilling the fryer with oil,” Richard said. “A lot of people may think they need more oil but that’s not necessarily the case.”
The firefighters also placed the overfilled turkey fryer on a wooden plank, which is also a no-no, Richard said. They then dropped the frozen bird into the vat of boiling oil, causing a fireball to erupt.
“Always use the fryer outdoors on a flat surface,” he said. “No matter what, do not be tempted to use the fryer in a garage. Ensure the turkey is completely thawed to prevent a fire or explosion hazard.”
Richard offers the following turkey-frying safety tips to prevent a cooking catastrophe:
Always use the fryer outdoors on a flat surface, safely away from structures, wooden decks and covered patios. Don’t fry a turkey in your garage.
Have a fully functioning fire extinguisher close by.
Ensure you are using the right amount of oil.
Do not leave the fryer unattended. Monitor the temperature of the oil with a thermometer to prevent the oil from overheating and catching fire. If the oil begins to smoke, immediately turn the gas off.
Ensure the turkey is completely thawed to prevent a fire or explosion.
Raise and lower the turkey slowly to prevent oil splatter, burns and fire.
Keep children and pets away from the fryer to prevent tipping, even after the turkey is done. The oil is dangerously hot for hours after cooking.
Use safety tools like oven mitts, gloves and goggles.
Stand upwind of the propane tank and fryer so heat blows away from you.
--Staff Writer Dan Copp can be reached at 448-7639 or at firstname.lastname@example.org. Follow him on Twitter @DanVCopp.


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Ultrasound in pregnancy. Woman in early pregnancy receives an ultrasound scan of her abdomen to monitor foetal development. The doctor (at left) moves a handheld transducer over the woman's lubricated skin, while two-dimensional images of the foetus can be seen on the screens. The foetal head appears rounded at left on screen. Ultrasound scanning is a diagnostic technique which uses high-frequency sound waves to detect body tissues of different density. In pregnancy it is performed to detect foetal disorders, and it helps establish foetal size and healthy development and hence expected delivery date. The technique is painless and safe.
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Student approached by men in white van on way to East Bergholt High School – Headteacher warns pupils not to walk home alone tonight
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A student was approached by two men in a white van when walking to school on the Suffolk/Essex border this morning.
Colin Turner, headteacher of East Bergholt High School, described the incident as “potentially serious”.
Police are investigating and staff at the school will warn students not to walk home by themselves this evening.
In an open letter issued to parents on East Bergholt High School’s website, Mr Turner said: “This morning I have been made aware of a potentially serious incident which occurred to a student on their way to school.
“The student was approached by two men travelling in a white van, whilst walking to the bus stop in the Boxted/Langham area.
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“The van slowed down and the student was asked to get into the van.
“The incident has been reported to the police.
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“This evening, staff will speak to students on their buses before they leave school to encourage them, wherever possible, to walk home with at least one other student.
“I am sure you will also want to speak to your child this evening regarding their personal safety.
“I will inform parents if I receive any further relevant information. In the meantime, if you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me at the school.”
A spokesman for Essex Police has confirmed the incident has been reported to the force.


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Cissa Paz - Groovin' on the Pike: After Hours at the Library
First Friday Dance Parties ARE BACK at Columbia Pike Branch Library!
Visit the Columbia Pike Branch Library on the First Friday of each month from 7 - 9 p.m. for an after-hours, all ages dance party!
- October 5- Cissa Paz
Cissa’s captivating stage presence and soulful voice bring music that is upbeat and engaging. She’s known and loved among the lovers and dancers of Brazilian music not only as a performer, but as an ambassador of her genre. Her upcoming album promises a combination of Afro-Brazilian base with funky and soulful influences. A musical melting pot of fresh collaborations with highly acclaimed artists from her home country.
- November 2- Cheick Hamala Diabate
Washington may be chock-a-block with lobbyists and consultants, but only one of them rocks the n’goni, the West African plucked lute covered with animal skin. He advises presidents and the World Bank. He’s played for everyone from a struggling couple trying to save their marriage, to the U.S. Congress. He’s hobnobbed with American string and Blues legends—from Bela Fleck to Corey Harris—and along the way reunited his beloved instrument with its long-lost grandchild, America’s banjo.
- December 7- Funky Miracle
New Orleans-style funk and blues.
- February 1- Little Red and the Renegades
Blues, Zydeco, Funk, R&B, Country, Gospel, Pop, Compas Direct, Latin, Jazz and Carnival Flavors from all over the world have been blended and distilled into the Renegades' sound. This is party music, best served with good friends, food and drink, and lots of dancing.
- March 1- Bitter Dose Combo
The Bitter Dose Combo is DC’s premiere gypsy jazz band, playing gypsy jazz and swing standards at social dances, bistros, supper clubs, weddings, and special events in and around the District. The BDC’s sound combines the improvisation and swinging guitar made famous by Django Reinhardt with spirited jazz vocals, Paris musette accordion, and upright bass.
- April 5- TBD
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North Alps of Japan
[Mt. Yari] A spectacular view of the Northern Alps at the summit of spear.
[Shiradashi-no-col] Sunrise seen from the ridgeline of Hotaka mountains.
[Oku-hotaka-dake] A perfect view at the highest peak of North Alps.
[Mae-hotaka-dake] Superb view from the most stylish mountain in the Hotaka mountain range.
[Kami-kouchi] Japan’s leading mountain resort and one of the main entrances to North Alps.
South Alps of Japan
[Mt. Kumotori] A wonderful view from the highest point in Tokyo.
[Mt. Ko-kumotori] Enjoy the healing mountaintop space surrounded by trees.
[Mt. Nanatsuishi] Overlooking Mt. Kumotori and Ishione from the popular peak in Okutama.
[Mt. Jinba] Climb easily and enjoy the spectacular view at the open summit.
[Mt. Takao] A world record mountain with an altitude of 599m listed in the Michelin Guide.
Note 1: yama, san, zan, take, and dake attached after the mountain name are words meaning “Mt.” in Japanese. Therefore, “Fuji-san” and “Mt.Fuji” are the same. Also, it is often written as “Mt. Takao” or “Mt.Okuhotakadake”.
Note 2: As a general rule, mountains are listed from north to south within each area. However, it is irregular when the mountain ridge changes. The mountains on the border of the area are in the north or east area.
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I have a sourdough pancake recipe with eggs that sits out overnight. Not had a problem. The biggest threat from eggs may be salmonella. If you don't cross-contaminate anything with the raw dough, cooking should kill the salmonella.
In most parts of the world, eggs are stored at room temperature. In the U.S., health regs require producers to wash the eggs; this may remove any pathogens from the outside of the egg, but it also removes a protective layer - necessitating refrigeration. Still, for many years, wholesalers and retailers stored washed eggs at room temp.
Disclaimer: I'm not a professional. If you have any doubts about the safety of anything, don't take the advice of strangers.

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What You Need to Know About Mortgage Rates
If you want to get the best mortgage deal in Canada, you will need to know all you can about mortgage rates and Canada mortgage lenders. There are some tips you should keep in mind when you are shopping for a mortgage. In fact, there are some specific things you should know about mortgage rates in Canada when you go shopping for a home or refinance. Here are some of those things.
First of all, you should know what you need to know about current mortgage rates. You may not need to know everything; however, you will need to know enough to find out whether or not you are getting the best deal out there. There are many things you can do to lower your mortgage costs. One way is to use an expert mortgage rate service to help you. These mortgage rate services will gather all the data on mortgage rates for you. Then, they will present this information to you so that you can make informed decisions about your mortgage.
If you do not have the time to research for yourself, then you should use a mortgage broker. A mortgage broker knows what you need to know about mortgage rates and will save you a lot of time and effort. Using a mortgage broker is much more convenient than trying to do your own research. A mortgage broker will know where to look for the lowest mortgage rates.
Of course, if you know what you need to know about mortgage rates then you will be able to negotiate for a better rate. You can negotiate with your mortgage company to get a lower mortgage rate or to get a better rate on your refinance. You will need to know how much your income is, your financial goals, and how much you can afford to spend each month. Then you can talk to your mortgage company to help you find the best mortgage rates possible.
There are a few other ways to be able to find out what you need to know about mortgage rates. You can ask your friends and family what they pay on their mortgage. If they have an affordable mortgage plan then they are probably fairly knowledgeable about what they are talking about. Another way is to do some research online. There are a lot of free mortgage rate calculators available online that you can use to see what your potential monthly payments would be.
No matter what you need to know about mortgage rates, you should do some research to try and find the best possible rate for your home mortgage loan. If you are shopping for a new mortgage, then it is especially important for you to keep up with current mortgage rates. The more informed you are about the things that will affect your mortgage rates, the better your chances will be of finding the best rates possible.

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In October 1933 the U.S. Navy contracted Consolidated, Martin, and Douglas to build competing prototypes for a patrol flying boat. Consolidated Aircraft’s design designated XP3Y-1 won the competition. It was powered by two 825 hp (615 kW) Pratt & Whitney R-1830-54 Twin Wasp engines mounted on the leading edge of a pylon mounted, externally braced, parasol wing. The wingtip stabilizing floats retracted in flight to form streamlined wingtips, and a cantilever cruciform tail all combined to give this aircraft better performance than earlier designed flying boats.
Armament consisted of four .30 caliber Browning AN/M2 machine guns and up to 2,000 lb (907 kg) of bombs.
The maiden flight of the XP3Y-1 was on March 28, 1935, after which it was transferred to the U.S. Navy for service trials. In October 1935, the prototype was returned to Consolidated for further work, including installation of 900 hp (671 kW) R-1830-64 engines to bring the aircraft into the category of patrol bomber. The aircraft was redesignated XPBY-1.
The XPBY-1 made its first flight on May 19, 1936, where it achieved a record non-stop distance flight of 3,443 miles (5,541 km). The PBY-1 was delivered to navy squadron VP-11F in October 1936 and over the next three years the Catalina design was refined with an estimated 4,051 units being built at a cost of $90,000 each. (That’s about $1,497,397.83 in 2013 dollars.) The PBY Catalina would be the workhorse of maritime patrol for more than 20 years.
Probably the most famous PBY patrol was “Strawberry 5″; Strawberry 5 was the first PBY, US patrol aircraft, to spot and report the unknown location of the Japanese Naval Armada as it approached Midway Island on June 4, 1942. LT Howard P. Ady, Jr., flying with VP-23 began sending back radio reports:
0534 Enemy Carriers
0540 ED 180 sight 320
0552 Two carriers and main body of ships, carriers in front, course 135, speed 25
The call ” Many planes heading Midway ” at 0544 allowed the airfield to be cleared at Midway. The 10 air strikes that would follow, culminated in the most spectacular six minutes in United States Naval history, when Akagi, Kaga, and Soryu were hit by SBDs from Enterprise and Yorktown between 1022 and 1028 being perhaps the decisive turning point of WWII in the Pacific theater.
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• Crew: 10 — pilot, co-pilot, bow turret gunner, flight engineer, radio operator, navigator, radar operator, two waist gunners, ventral gunner
• Maximum speed: 196 mph (314 km/h)


monoblogue music: “Go By Myself” by Billy Roberts And The Rough Riders
I guess I’m becoming an old hand at this because I’m now doing subsequent releases from artists I’ve previously reviewed. Last year I took a look at Australian country-rocker Billy Roberts and his band, and was impressed enough that “The Last of the Originals” made it into my top five for the year.
However, I cautioned in that review that Roberts needed to work on his vocal range because he sings in a monotone fashion, and this album only has a few points of modest improvement. Perhaps the best examples of writing to suit his voice come on Who Do You Think You Are and the title track, where he moans about going by himself “from a world gone wrong/from a love gone bad.”
Yet if you listen strictly to the music, it could be argued that Roberts is stepping back a bit from the country side of country-rock and going in an edgier direction. Menacing guitar has always made me enjoy a song more, and that is used to good effect on the opening song Beat Down and Broken. While you may hear quite a bit about the subject in that genre, Driving doesn’t come across as a country song, either. From The Ashes is the best example of a country rocker.
If there is one aspect where Roberts stays within his classic country influences, though, it’s in the heartbreak and desolation he writes about. Be warned: this isn’t an upbeat album. The resignation of Forget About Me, lamenting about missing Kayla, singing about Hard Times, the snarly mood of Seen It All Before – it all comes to a somber climax on Goodbye Old Friend, which closes the set.
One song that got me, though, was Gone To The Dogs, because it’s about Detroit – and to a large extent he’s right. I could make a political case why, but that’s for other posts. (If you’re one of those who come here strictly for music reviews, understand that most of my other content is political and I grew up an hour south of Motown, so that song had a particular appeal.)
There are artists who have scored big even without vocals that could win “The Voice,” and it’s because they write songs catering to their strengths. There are also those who lead the band and don’t sing, hiring a vocalist and concentrating on writing great music. Knowing this was a second effort, I was a little disappointed that the move forward was so modest because the vocals actually regressed a bit in my mind. I liked “The Last Of the Originals” a lot in 2014, but this latest release is a step or two back.
As always, I invite you to judge for yourself. Maybe this album won’t make my top five this year, but musically I like the direction Billy Roberts is taking – here’s hoping next time he puts it all together.


A new survey conducted by affair site AshleyMadison.com wanted to find where cheaters choose to dine when cheating. 42,890 site members were polled, and the survey found that these are the 10 most popular spots for cheaters to dine. Next time your man goes to Chili's, you might want to wait up for him to get home.
America's Top Restaurants for Cheaters
1. Morton's: The Steakhouse
2. Ruth's Chris Steak House
4. P.F. Chang's
5. The Cheesecake Factory
6. Del Frisco's
8. Outback Steakhouse
9. Red Lobster
Will Ferrell wrestles a shark! Ron Burgundy films a gruesome shark attack scene in his trademark suit and mustache for the upcoming 'Anchorman 2.'
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The New York Post claims the cast and crew of the currently filming "Mania Days" are vying to take Miss Katie Holmes out on a date. As of Wednesday, she's been hit on a total of seven times.
"They were crew members and extras just chancing it," relays a source. "It really got on the nerves of director Paul Dalio. Needless to say, she said no to everyone."
Katie plays a manic-depressive in the low-budget, Spike Lee-produced flick, hence the ensemble below, which was clearly not Suri approved.


Michael Sheen and Anna Lundberg Welcomes Second Baby
Michael Sheen and his partner Anna Lundberg have
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Anna and Sheen were expecting in March, and then also shared a selfie of...
THEIR HANDS WITH LYRA LYING ON HER BABY TUMMY.


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Nov 5, 2012
Many food stamp recipients in New York lost access to food after Sandy because stores couldn't swipe electronic benefits cards.
Nov 2, 2012
Politicians keep bringing up the food stamps program this election season -- how does that affect the people who actually use them?
Oct 30, 2012
As the 2012 presidential election enters its final days, we examine one of the stars of the campaign. Not binders or Big Bird. This one begins with the letter 'F' -- food stamps.
Oct 29, 2012
If millions more Americans are relying on food stamps, does that mean the program is working or failing?
Oct 24, 2012
VP candidate says businesses can grow jobs and private donations can displace the safety net.
Jul 11, 2012
The food assistance program grew from rural efforts to get urban support for farm subsidies.
Jun 6, 2012
The recession has boosted the number of Americans on food stamps to 44 million.
May 31, 2012
More long-term unemployed workers turn to food stamps and other government programs.
Mar 9, 2012
A recent report says that as the food stamp program has grown, so has fraud. And it's costing the government hundreds of millions of dollars.
Feb 2, 2012
The number of Americans who receive food stamps is up and the cost to taxpayers has nearly doubled since the last presidential election year. See where your state stands on this election issue.

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Knox City Council
The Knox City Council is passing for now on the purchase of a property in Parkview Heights. The owner of 406 W. Giles Court, Lot 41 offered the lot and trailer and shed that sit on it to the city for $3,500. That’s $1,000 less than her last offer.
Mayor Rick Chambers says funds from the Blight Elimination Grant the city received to buy and tear down dilapidated structures cannot be used to buy or demolish mobile homes. He also notes the city only paid $1,500 for eight vacant lots in Parkview. Continue reading
Knox City Council
The City of Knox will pay for a new International 4300 dump truck for the street department over a three-year period rather than completing the purchase in a single budget year. Mayor Rick Chambers says the chassis carries a price tag of nearly $64,000 plus $55,000 for the box. He told the council they can use the $30,000 remaining in the current year’s budget as a down payment on the vehicle and finance it for three years at a rate of 3.11 percent. Continue reading
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers is running for reelection. He notes much progress has been made in the city during his seven years in office and adds a process is under way to develop a long-range plan with citizen input to continue growth and prosperity.
Chambers also cites his experience running the city on a reduced budget due to state funding cuts. During his tenure as mayor, Knox has been awarded nearly $2 million in grants. Continue reading
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers updated the city council last week on the Blight Elimination Program.
The city received a grant for $187,000 that will aid in the cost of removing blighted,vacant and abandoned homes in the city. A majority of the homes on the list are in the Parkview Heights area.
Mayor Chambers explained that the state does not want the purchased properties for demolition under this grant in the name of the city. They want a holding company that is not associated with the city. Starke County Economic Development Foundation Executive Director Charlie Weaver said the city could use the development foundation as a holding company. City Attorney David Matsey will draft a Memorandum of Understanding with the development foundation to hold those properties for three years.
The Knox City Council is still gathering information about dumpster regulations before drafting an ordinance to govern their placement within the city limits. City attorney David Matsey gave the council copies of policies from other communities to review. He says the goal is to keep dumpsters from being placed indefinitely in front of homes or other structures. Continue reading
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers told the Knox City Council members last week about some concerns he has with a proposed SWAT mutual aid agreement between Knox City Police Department officer Chad Dulin and Pulaski County.
Chambers noted that SWAT is a worthwhile program and would be great training for the rest of the city officers. It would also benefit to the community when there is a need. However, Mayor Chambers does have concerns with personnel availability and shift coverage if Dulin is called to active assignment. He’s working on those issues before an agreement is brought before the council for final approval.
Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center
Knox City Attorney David Matsey is working on a Memorandum of Understanding between the city and Deb McIntire and between the city and the area churches that will be a part of serving free meals out of the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in Knox once a week beginning next year.
There will no rental fee associated with this endeavor.
Officials met last week to look into composing a new five-year comprehensive plan for the city of Knox.
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers said a company will be hired to design a plan.
“We have hired a company from Indianapolis called Green Three and this company will be hired from a grant that we have obtained from the State of Indiana from OCRA (Office of Community and Rural Affairs) to update Knox’s five-year plan and give us a direction of where we want to go,” stated Chambers.
The City of Knox is looking for contractors to bid on repairs on homes through the Area 5 program.
Five roofing jobs were awarded to companies in LaPorte and Logansport and now local contractors are urged to bid on homes that need electrical repairs, plumbing repairs and general contracting repairs. The city has secured grant money and are waiting for companies to bid on the projects.
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers will get quotes from NIPSCO to add more lights to Wythogan Park in an attempt to curb vandalism. The Knox Park Board decided strategic lighting is the the most cost effective option to deal with problems there. Continue reading
The Knox Board of Public Works approved a change in the drug testing policy for employees.
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers explained that the policy is outdated. The current policy requires all employees to be drug tested when the state only requires employees with a CDL to be tested. The requirement for all employees to be tested takes time away from their daily duties and the mayor suggested that it’s “overkill”.
Mayor Chambers suggested to the board that an ordinance be drawn up by City Attorney David Matsey that requires prospective employees be drug tested and those with a CDL to be randomly drug tested throughout the year.
The Knox Park Board will consider suggestions offered recently to curb vandalism at Wythogan Park when they meet this evening. Mayor Rick Chambers recently hosted a community discussion to gather thoughts on the issue. Afterward he said several good suggestions were offered, including a stronger police presence and writing more curfew tickets to juveniles who are in the park after hours. Continue reading
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers informed the city council members last week that a fundraising concept has been nixed at a few businesses in the city because there is some confusion with the outdoor storage ordinance.
Mayor Chambers explained that a non-profit organization attempted to have a port-a-pit chicken sale at a business but the organization members were told it couldn’t be held at the location because it conflicted with the outdoor storage ordinance.
The Harvest Festival in Knox has an organizer for 2015.
Paula Voss approached the Knox City Council last week and offered to take on the popular festival. She noted that it will be held the same weekend as in the past and she’s already in contact with vendors to revive the three-day event in downtown Knox.
Knox City officials have several options to consider when it comes to curbing vandalism at Wythogan Park. Mayor Rick Chambers hosted a community discussion last night to gather thoughts on the issue. He says several good suggestions were offered.
City and county officials want the public’s input on how to make Wythogan Park safer. Mayor Rick Chambers and others are hosting a community meeting this evening at 6:30 at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in downtown Knox to discuss incidents of vandalism at the park. The Knox City Police Department has stepped up patrols through the park, but Mayor Chambers is seeking other suggestions as well. Continue reading
The Knox City Council members will meet tonight at 7 p.m. CT at Knox City Hall.
The council will move forward with the 2015 budget calendar and discuss the 2015 budget tonight in a public session. Mayor Rick Chambers and Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston will have a report and members of the public are welcome to share comments during this meeting.
The number of vandalism reports in Wythogan Park has slowed, but it continues.
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers is attempting to gather information to help curb the ongoing damage reported in Knox’s most popular park.
A meeting is set for Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in Knox where opinions will be noted about ways to improve security. Any other suggestions will be welcome during this information session.
The mayor of Knox is attempting to gather as many groups as possible to talk about the solutions to curb the ongoing vandalism issue in Wythogan Park.
Mayor Rick Chambers has organized a meeting for Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 6:30 p.m. CT at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center to gather opinions from several groups to look at the problem from all angles.
Knox City Council
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers informed the city council this week that a new crossing guard is needed for the new school year. It’s a part time position and the candidate will be required to assist children in the morning and in the afternoon at the intersection at Main Street and Culver Road all school year. Any interested candidates can call the mayor’s office at 772-4553.


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Leitrim may start next Sunday’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final as underdogs but manager Pat Costello firmly believes his charges can shock Leinster champions Kildare.
Division 2 side Kildare start the game as favourites but the Leitrim manager believes the Green & Gold Ladies are capable of a big victory in Kinnegad (1.30 throw-in) in the TG4 All-Ireland Intermediate Quarter-Final.
“It is a huge game for us now, probably the biggest game for us all year bar the Connacht Final,” Pat told the Observer, “Our training has gone well, we played a challenge there during the week and we got a good bit of work done, it is a big game and we’re looking forward to it.”
After a qualifier romp against Fermanagh, fitting in training and tactical work is that little more difficult with the games coming every two weeks but Pat feels it is the way the players prefer - “The early days after the last game, we get the physical training in and then we wind down and get through the tactical paperwork during the remaining days of the two weeks.
“Players always prefer games by far and it is grand when there is no club football in between, you have the two weeks and you can work three nights a week on it, five sessions in between two games and they are just coming grand. The only thing is if you have injuries, you don’t have an awful lot of time to recover but other than that, the timing is grand.
“We’re still waiting on Roisin Fowley, her ankle is still gone from that club game, Carla Le Guen got a bit of a bug during the week, she has been out all week and Mary Farrell is struggling a little too, she pulled up during a couple of sessions.”
Kildare represent a serious step up in what Leitrim have faced so far this year and Pat is very aware of the challenge - “Just went to see them playing against Wexford, their half-forward line is pretty good, their midfield, Aisling Bolton in particular, is very good, a very seasoned campaigner for them. They have Noelle Earley in at full-forward.
“A sad statistic is that no division three team has ever won the Intermediate Championship and no Division two team has ever won the Senior championship. If you believe that statistic, it is a big ask for us.
“At the same time, Kildare were playing at the bottom of the Division 2 League, I think Sligo beat them during the League so there mightn’t be a lot between us at the same time. They would certainly have that advantage of playing in Division 2, they actually played in the All-Ireland Intermediate Final last year and Waterford beat them pretty well on the day but the year before that, they were a Senior team so they have huge experience at this stage.
“Another aspect of it is that is a team that is unknown to Leitrim, we don’t play them that often. It can also bring an element of fear, that they have to have their wits about them and show them the respect they deserve. It is a strange team, it is a team we aren’t playing every day of the week so we only get one crack at them.”
But for all that, Pat heads into the game in a confident frame of mind - “I am confident, I think we are going very well. I think we didn’t get the job done in the Connacht Final, we had four or five other goal chances that we didn’t take and on the day, I thought there was a number of sin-bins that could have been dished out.
“They’ve been in a Connacht Final the last three or four years, this is a road they haven’t been on for a while and it could be the way through for them. They've come through as Connacht champions a few years now and they haven’t got over the line but this may be the way to do it.”
This will definitely be Leitrim's toughest test of the year - Kildare have been operating in Division 2 all year and stormed to the Leinster crown in some style and the memory of last year's Final loss is sure to drive them on.
Leitrim will have learned nothing from the destruction of Fermanagh and may have revealed a little too much for the Kildare observers that were sure to have been in Bawnboy.
The victory was nevertheless a much needed tonic after the Connacht Final defeat but Kildare will actually prove to be serious opposition unlike the Fermanagh women.
The odds have to be in Kildare's favour despite Leitrim's incredible scoring power. Leitrim's defence has conceded quite a few goals this year and a big improvement is needed if Leitrim are to score a shock victory.
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If you’re a big fan of minimalist keyboards, this is definitely something you don’t want to miss out. We’ve managed to get our hands on the OBINS Anne PRO RGB Wireless Bluetooth Mechanical Keyboard, a rather new 60% keyboard that has recently made its appearance in the Malaysian local mechanical keyboard community.
Special thanks to Store Uni for the provision of the OBINS Anne PRO for today’s review, and with no further adieu, let’s see how does it stand against the Vortex Poker, Filco Minila, Ducky Mini, etc that most of us are familiar with!
(The OBINS Anne PRO retails at RM300)
|Model||OBINS Anne PRO|
|Switch||Gateron Mechanical Switch|
|Color||Black / White|
|App Support||iOS / Android|
|Hardware De-jitter Support||Yes|
|LED Effect||RGB 16 million colors|
|Accessories||Bluetooth receiver, USB cable, keycap puller|
The Anne PRO ships in an overly simple and minimalist package where the front of the box comes only with a big label of the product name, 60% Anne Mechanical Keyboard. Well…. along with a sticker on the top right.
The back of the box is rather unique we’d say. It appears that Obins has the intention of wanting the users to keep the box instead of throwing it away, as the QR code for soft copy of the user’s guide, link to App download and the list of the combination of function keys layout for reference purpose are all printed on the back of the box.
The only accessories you’ll get are the flat USB mini cable for wired connection, USB Bluetooth receiver for wireless connection, and a plastic ring-type keycap puller.
The Anne PRO is available in black and white chassis with 3 different choices of Gateron Red, Brown and Blue switches to choose from.
According to Obins, they don’t plan to keep their product plain and boring like some other brands, as there are users who would like to customize the appearance of their keyboard cases. There are currently 4 different colors of cases which can be purchased separately for RM39 each.
The Anne PRO
The Anne PRO features a 60% layout design just like the Poker from Vortex, specially designed for the advanced enthusiasts who prefer something which is even smaller than a tenkeyless (TKL) keyboard.
Some might wonder, why the heck would someone even get rid of the useful Numpad, arrow keys and the 12 function keys just for the sake of compactness and portability? Well, we’d say it’s a personal preference, but according to some of the advanced users, 60% layout allows you to perform tasks more efficiently with minimal movement, as well as some extra desk space which you will appreciate over time.
From the side, we can see that the chassis of the Anne PRO has a higher profile that gives it a slightly steeper angle compared to most mainstream designs.
On the top left corner of the chassis, you’ll find the micro-USB connector for wired connection. The indented section near the port isn’t as deep as the one on the Poker 3. We tested 3 of our own micro USB cables and they seem to fit without any issue.
Other than the commonly seen Kailh and Outemu switches, the Gateron switch used on the Anne PRO are one of (many) Cherry MX alternatives that are widely endorsed by mechanical keyboard communities, with claims of some variant being better than the original Cherry MX itself.
Key caps wise, the Anne PRO comes with the now commonly seen double shot caps used on most Chinese branded mechanical keyboards, which promises better longevity compared to the traditional painted translucent keycaps.
As for the stabilizers, the Anne PRO are using the Cherry stabilizers which is easier to remove compared to Costar metal wire stabilizer.
The case design positions the keyboard height to be somewhere in between a keyboard with and without its keyboard feet being raised. You won’t find any adjustable keyboard feet at the bottom, only rubber grips that ensure the keyboard to stay in place while on a desk.
There’s a little hole near to the right of the case, which you can poke with a pin to reset the keyboard to its factory settings.
To remove the PCB from the case for customization, you will have to remove 5 pieces of screws which can be accessed with the keycaps removed.
At the bottom of the PCB, we can see that OBINS has really kept the QC done well. The solder work is very, very clean, with no excessive flux nor cold solder joint to be found. Located directly under the space bar are 2 pieces of ARM Cortex M3-based STM32L151 microcontroller that handle the LED and keyboard functionality respectively.
A 1000mAh Lithium-ion battery is attached to the keyboard to supply enough power for wireless operation of up to 3 hours with the LED on, and standby time of up to 30 hours.
On the left side of the PCB, we found a Texas Instruments CC2541 2.4-GHz Bluetooth SoC for wireless operation that supports radius range of up to 10 meters.
Key rollover test wise, we’re able to hold down each and every key with no signs of signal blocking and ghosting effect on both wired and Bluetooth wireless mode without any issue. We strongly recommend cable connection just in case if you’re really using it for PC gaming due to the noticeable input delay on wireless mode, especially with rapid tapping that could potentially affect your overall performance.
To use it on your smartphones, tablets, etc, you will first have to enable the Bluetooth mode using FN + B. Scan for the keyboard in your Bluetooth menu and enter the code as stated on the keyboard for the pairing to work.
The Anne PRO can be controlled via the Obins peripheral App once the Bluetooth pairing is successful. We have no problem in exploring the simple and straight forward user interface and things can be done easily within minutes.
The 4 function of the Obins peripherals App consists of the LED lighting controls, layout selection, macro keys management and settings. While the App does allow direct customization on the keyboard LED modes, layout selection, and macro keys management, the App is still at its early stage, as we can see some unusable features labeled with ‘coming soon…’ and we could perhaps see a better revision with more features added in the coming future.
Users who heavily relies on the ditched keys i.e arrow keys, Numpad, function key rows will find the Anne PRO’s 60% layout unpleasant. Still, this doesn’t actually make a 60% keyboard bad and in fact, like most of the 60% keyboard out there, OBINS Anne PRO are made specifically for the niche group of advanced enthusiasts who appreciates the minimal footprint and conserve desk space.
Other than its small footprint, the OBINS Anne PRO features Bluetooth wireless operation support, double shot keycaps, RGB LED lighting which is usually found on expensive RGB mechanical gaming keyboards. At RM300, we’d say that the OBINS Anne PRO is quite a steal, really.
If you’re one of the advanced enthusiasts mentioned, we’re pretty sure that most of you will find the OBINS Anne PRO a pretty reasonable alternative, or perhaps more, for an HHKB or a Poker that will cost around twice or more.
- Solid build quality
- Doubleshot keycaps
- Decent LED modes
- Support Bluetooth pairing with up to 4 devices
- Customizable via dedicated App
- Built-in 1000mAh Lithium-ion battery for wireless operation
- Full key rollover (NKRO)
- Very reasonable price
- Very limited LED modes
- Intensity of the LED seems a little lacking
- Noticeable input delays on Bluetooth mode


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It all started in Italy, where churches were designed to convey a sense of awe in churchgoers. From the architecture to the art and even the music played during services, everything was designed to provoke an emotional reaction through sensory overload. This style rapidly spread through Catholic Europe, from Spain to Poland.
'Baroque' is a French word originating from the Latin 'Baroco', which in the 16th century, meant complex, bizarre, and uselessly complicated. After churches, the royals and aristocrats adopted the style and incorporated the aesthetics in palaces' architecture, furniture, tapestries, paintings, tableware, and of course fashion. What began in the court of Versailles, quickly traveled to Imperial Russia, and as a result of colonialism and the spread of Christianity, to the Philippines, India, and Peru. Baroque was the first truly global trend and the most impactful marketing campaign at the time. After its golden years, Baroque fell out of style – it was ridiculed and perceived as bad taste, soon supplanted by Classicism.


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Swim Zones to be Enforced at Ka’a Point Over Safety Concerns
By David Kvasnicka
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources today told Maui Now that it would enforce swimming zones at Ka’a Point, following public concerns that kite surfers were endangering beachgoers.
The concerns were highlighted in a letter published on Maui Now on May 3, which claimed that the kite surfers were endangering children and that they sought to “escalate the issue into a physical altercation” when encountered, according to the letter’s author, Philip Botek. Botek also provided photographic evidence of kiters surfing in the area near beachgoers.
The letter received much community support, but also heated disagreement from kite surfers in Maui Now’s forum. Some kite surfers claimed that using the “fishpond” area of Ka’a Point was both legal and safe.
In a letter response to Botek published May 7, kite surfer Randolph Coon said it was false and unfair to “categorize a whole user group as showing ‘blatant disregard… for other beach users, in particular kids.'” Coon claimed that kite surfers were equally concerned with the safety of children and were “quick to identify unsafe practices” in his justification for using the “fishpond” at Ka’a Point as a launching and landing area.
In an email, DLNR Chairperson William J. Aila said, “There are existing swim zone areas and rules for the Ka‘a Point / Kanaha Beach Park and the rules will be enforced.”
Attached in the email was the state’s document with the rules pertaining to what constituted a “swimming zone” and where the use of ocean vessels were prohibited.
The document identifies the Ka’a Point area as “Swimming Zone C” and that it is “designated for swimming only. No person shall operate a vessel or sailboard within these zones.”

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Our parents are getting older. I’ve known it for some time, dealing with my father and seeing all of their friends pass on or have their own health related illnesses. It hit home for CDub this week when his 84-year-old Dad was suddenly in the hospital due to a seizure and a blood clot. I could hear the worry in his voice and the uncertainty as I worked to reassure him and explain a few medical terms.
But once again, it reminds us that our parents are not immortal. They will not live forever. We will only have them for a few more years. Not the rest of our lives. I confess I’m nowhere near ready, but then what child is? I constantly stay on my mother to take care of herself and to not overdo it as the primary caregiver of my Dad. I know she sometimes wonders why I don’t get over excited about the ups and downs of my father’s health anymore, but the simple truth of it is: I have one healthy parent left. I don’t expect my father to last too much longer. In fact, I am constantly amazed that he is still with us. Is it wrong that I’ve prioritized her health over his? When he goes( and he will) she will be my only parent left. I prioritize her health because she will have to live on after him.
The selfish in me wants her to live a long time. I want to be able to call her every day and vent. I want to be able to wake up at her house and smell her homemade biscuits. I want to be enveloped into one her hard rocking hugs. I want her to pray for me without me asking. I want her to be my cheerleader. I want I want I want. I don’t want to find out anytime soon what life without all those little things would be like. I’m not ready. I have let go of my father, slowly and surely. I get brought back at random times, like when he said my name a few weeks ago. As a Daddy’s girl, it was always such a joy to hear him say Shawn Shawn with such joy and love. I so miss that, but in order to protect myself, I had to start letting go. But saying that, I’m not ready to let go of another parent.
And that is why right now, I prioritize one life over another.
This was my 5 minute Stream of Consciousness Sunday post. It’s five minutes of your time and a brain dump. Want to try it? Here are the rules…
- Set a timer and write for 5 minutes.
- Write an intro to the post if you want but don’t edit the post. This is writing in the raw.
- Publish it somewhere. Anywhere. The back door to your blog if you want. But make it accessible.
- JUST DO IT

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In Battle modes (for Puyo Puyo 2 and Puyo Puyo Fever), the Game Settings must be as follows:
Set Count - Unused
Win Count - 1
Quick Drop - Off
Comeback Assist - Off
Other settings - Must be set to default (if in doubt, the player may use the "Reset" option to restore settings to default.)
In Battle modes, the player or team must win the match for the score to be recorded. If 2 or more players are playing, they must be on the same team. No CPU players may be on the same team as human players.
Records are for the PC version of Puyo Puyo Champions.

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Front Plant Sci. 2022 Jul 22;13:919409. doi: 10.3389/fpls.2022.919409. eCollection 2022.
Riparian plants are exposed to harmful stress induced by flooding, which is often accompanied by eutrophication in the Three Gorges Reservoir Region. The phenomenon is mainly caused by domestic sewage discharges, slow water flow, and agricultural fertilizer pollution. Simulating abiotic stress, such as flooding at the initial period, can act as a signal and induce positive responses of plants to subsequent severe stress. In addition, eutrophication supplies nutrients, provides a favorable environment in the early stages of plant, and facilitates good performance in later development. However, whether early flooding (with or without eutrophication) acts as positive cue or as stress on plants at different developmental stages remains unclear. To address this question, seeds of Polygonum hydropiper were collected from low and high elevations in the hydro-fluctuation belt of the Three Gorges Reservoir Region. Plants germinated from these seeds were subjected to shallower and shorter early flooding treatments with or without eutrophication. Subsequently, plants were subjected to deeper and longer flooding treatments with or without eutrophication. Early flooding and eutrophic flooding significantly induced generation of adventitious roots, suggesting morphological adaptation to flooding. Although early flooding and eutrophic flooding treatments did not increase plant biomass in subsequent treatments compared with control, stem length, length and width of the 1st fully expanded leaf, and biomass of plants in the early eutrophic treatment were higher than these of the early flooding treatment plants. These results suggest a negative lag-effect of early flooding, and also indicate that nutrient inputs can alleviate such effects. Similarly, subsequent eutrophic flooding also enhanced plant growth compared with subsequent flooding, showing significantly higher values of leaf traits and adventitious root number. Plants originated from low elevation had significantly higher functional leaf length and stem biomass compared with those from high elevation. These results suggest that nutrient inputs can alleviate negative effects of early and subsequent flooding on growth of P. hydropiper with the generation of adventitious roots.

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