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Anjali Arora, who came into the limelight through Kangana Ranaut’s show Lockkup, has a huge fan following on social media. Although earlier she has been a star of Tiktok and came into the limelight through dance on the song ‘Kaccha Badam’. Recently a MMS of the actress has been leaked. It is being claimed about the video that the girl in it is Anjali Arora. Although some people also say that that girl is not Anjali Arora. However, there is no reaction from Anjali on all this yet. Well, it is still unclear that whether the girl in that video is Anjali or not but she is going to be seen in a newly released song.
Recently Anjali Arora was spotted at Mumbai airport. She had reached Mumbai for the launch of the song “Saiyan Dil Mein Aana Re”. During this, she was surrounded by the paparazzi at the Mumbai airport, when the actress was telling the paparazzi that her song “Saiyan Dil Mein Aana Re” is going to be live at 12 o’clock on Wednesday. During this, she looked stunning in a casual look. She was wearing a white crop top and lower.
Let us tell you that Anjali Arora is very active on social media. She often shares her bold photos and videos. However, this is not the first time that an actress’s MMS has been leaked. Even before this, the video of Tiktoker Nisha Gurgain also went viral. It was being claimed in the viral video that Nisha is in a compromising position with her boyfriend. However, she vehemently denied any such claim.

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I’m a Greek girl, so I just had to figure out a way to enjoy Spanakopita sans gluten and dairy! I made this with the beautiful Shiva Rose last winter. It has quickly turned into my favorite savory pie and is delicious year round. Enjoy my friends!
Yields one 8X8 pan or 9-inch Tart pan
2 cups almond or hazelnut flour
1/2 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
2 tablespoons coconut oil
Preheat oven to 350. Stir dry ingredients together in a bowl, then slowly stir in coconut oil and egg. Stir to combine. If more moisture is needed, add a bit of egg. Press into the bottom of a pie or tart pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Allow it to cool.
2 pounds of spinach
1 cup chopped leek or shallot
1/2 cup feta (I use 100% sheep’s milk feta as I am not sensitive to sheep’s milk. For a vegan cheese option, use Kite Hill!)
1/2 cup chopped dill
1/2 cup chopped mint
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add leek or shallot and saute. After about three minutes, add the spinach and cook. When spinach is fully cooked, stir in feta, dill, mint and cayenne pepper. Allow it to cool. Stir eggs and add spinach mixture. Stir to combine. Pour into pre-baked crust. Bake for 30-40 minutes at 350 degrees. Enjoy!

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Ultra Music Festival is a mainstay in any festivalgoer’s schedule. Returning to its longtime home at Bayfront Park again for 2020, the gathering has yet again secured a gargantuan lineup that fans are going to love.
Also included is the ever-popular Adam Beyer B2B Cirez D set alongside a Jauz B2B NGHTMRE set. It also features two separate back-to-back performances from the legendary Carl Cox; one sees him teaming up with Maceo Plex, and another features Cox alongside Jamie Jones and another featured artist who has yet to be announced.
Monstercat Teams Up With Westwood Recordings for Celebratory 8-Track Compilation
The expansive compilation celebrates the return of Monstercat's annual Vancouver-based Compound event.
Steve Aoki and Armin van Buuren Join Forces for First-Ever Collab, "Music Means Love Forever"
Aoki and van Buuren's anthemic new single arrives via the former's Dim Mak imprint.
AREA21 Announce Debut Album Release Date, Tease First-Ever Performance at Life Is Beautiful
We might see the live show debut of Martin Garrix and Maejor sooner than we thought.
Phase 1 of the artist announcements also includes some of EDM’s biggest names like Armin van Buuren, DJ Snake, Richie Hawtin, Eric Prydz, FISHER and many more. If Phase 2 is half as promising as the artists announced in phase 1, Ultra’s 22nd installment looks to be bigger and better than ever
The famed music festival returns to its home at Bayfront Park in Miami this spring, spanning three days from March 20th through March 22nd. Tickets for UMF 2020 are available now and can be found here.

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The Infusion Nurses Society (INS) recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, and TADA Group COO and co-founder Rebecca Stjernberg Bejhed, along with Gasgon Medical CEO, Vincent Forde, were thrilled to be a part of the event!
As we reflect on the INS's 50-year history, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the important work that infusion nurses do every day. Infusion nurses are essential members of the healthcare team, responsible for administering medications and other therapies to patients through intravenous, intraosseous, and other routes. Their expertise and dedication help to ensure that patients receive safe and effective treatments, and they play a critical role in improving patient outcomes.
We look forward to continuing to work with the INS and its members to advance the field of infusion nursing and improve patient care around the world.
Thank you to the Infusion Nurses Society for an amazing 50th anniversary celebration, and here's to many more years of advancing the field of infusion nursing!


Wil and Matt react to Michigan State landing a football commit, AJ Kirk, seemingly out of nowhere. Then they breakdown MSU’s quarterback competition. Learn more about your ad choices.
Le'Veon Bell is promoted to Ravens' 53-man roster
Former MSU running back Le'Veon Bell has been promoted from the practice squad to the Baltimore Ravens' 53-man roster
Mel Tucker named Big Ten's 'Coach of the First Half' by Associated Press
Mel Tucker is the unanimous choice for Big Ten Coach of the First Half by the Associated Press
Two Michigan State football defensive players earn All-American honors
Xavier Henderson and Jacub Panasiuk are midseason All-Americans!


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A stunning pendant set to the centre with a cushion shaped briolette amethyst with pave diamond set claws to a diamond set loop and suspended from a fine chain. All mounted in 18ct Gold. The diamonds weigh 0.27cts in total. 18k - 750.
Also available in 18ct Yellow Gold.
This pendant is available with a two to three week delivery.

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In the captivating realm of optical illusions, where perception dances with deception, lies a captivating challenge designed to test the limits of visual acuity and cognitive prowess.
Entitled “Optical Illusion IQ Test: Only A Genius Can Spot The Hidden Heart In The Image In 15 Seconds,” this visual enigma beckons observers to peer beyond the surface of a seemingly ordinary image and uncover the concealed symbol of affection nestled within its intricate patterns.
Join us on a journey through the labyrinthine landscape of this optical conundrum as we explore the mechanisms of visual perception, cognitive processing, and the quest for discovery.
The Rich Tapestry of Optical Illusions:
Optical illusions have beguiled and fascinated humanity for centuries, transcending cultural boundaries and epochs to captivate minds across generations.
From ancient civilizations contemplating the mysteries of visual perception to modern scientists unraveling the complexities of the human mind, optical illusions have served as portals into the inner workings of cognition, perception, and reality itself.
With each new illusion, we are invited to challenge our assumptions, expand our understanding, and delve deeper into the kaleidoscopic depths of human perception.
The Quest for the Hidden Heart:
At the heart of the optical illusion landscape lies the Hidden Heart challenge, a visual puzzle that blends intrigue with complexity, inviting observers to unravel its secrets and unearth the concealed symbol of love within.
In this visual tableau, a myriad of shapes, lines, and colors converge to create a dynamic and vibrant scene.
Amidst this visual cacophony lies the elusive heart, its form obscured by the intricate interplay of light and shadow, awaiting discovery by those with keen eyes and a penchant for visual exploration.
Yet, despite its cunning concealment, the heart beckons us with an irresistible challenge: to find it within a mere 15 seconds—a task reserved for the most astute and perceptive minds.
Deciphering the Illusion:
The success of the Hidden Heart challenge hinges upon the artful interplay between camouflage and cognition, as the concealed symbol seamlessly integrates into its surroundings, evading detection until the observer unlocks the secret of its concealment.
Through the strategic arrangement of visual elements such as color, texture, and form, the heart blends into the intricate tapestry of the scene, creating a seamless visual illusion that defies easy detection.
This clever camouflage exploits principles of visual perception, including figure-ground segregation and pattern recognition, which guide the observer’s attention and shape their interpretation of the scene.
As a result, the heart remains hidden in plain sight, awaiting discovery by those with the perceptual acuity to perceive beyond the surface.
The Psychology of Perception:
At the heart of the Hidden Heart challenge lies the intricate interplay between perception, cognition, and emotion, each influencing the observer’s experience in unique ways.
From a psychological perspective, the challenge offers valuable insights into the mechanisms that govern visual perception, shedding light on the role of attention, memory, and inference in shaping our interpretation of the world.
Moreover, the emotional resonance of the hidden heart evokes feelings of anticipation, curiosity, and satisfaction, enriching the observer’s engagement with the challenge and deepening their connection to the visual landscape.
By unraveling the mysteries of the Hidden Heart challenge, we gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of human perception and the wonders that lie hidden within the recesses of our minds.
As we emerge from the depths of the Hidden Heart challenge, we are left with a profound appreciation for the beauty of visual deception and the mysteries that lie hidden within the visual landscape.
Through its cunning camouflage and tantalizing challenge, the challenge invites us to embark on a journey of exploration and discovery, testing the limits of our perceptual prowess and igniting our sense of wonder.
In the dynamic tapestry of shapes, lines, and colors, amidst the visual cacophony and vibrant atmosphere, the hidden heart stands as a testament to the power of visual illusion and the enduring allure of the quest for discovery.
So, the next time you find yourself entangled in the web of optical intrigue, remember to keep an eye out for the hidden treasures that lie waiting to be uncovered.

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1002 Greene Street
Commute to Downtown North Augusta
Most errands can be accomplished on foot.
Biking is convenient for most trips.
1002 Greene Street has a Walk Score of 81 out of 100. This location is Very Walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot.
This location is in the Central Business District neighborhood in Augusta-Richmond County. Nearby parks include Greene Street Historic District, Broad Street Historic District and Augusta Commons.
Explore how far you can travel by car, bus, bike and foot from 1002 Greene Street.
1002 Greene Street is in the Central Business District neighborhood. Central Business District is the most walkable neighborhood in Augusta-Richmond County with a neighborhood Walk Score of 64.

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By Lauren Pak | Collegiate Times.com
Two campuswide food trucks will be ready by the fall 2016 semester, bringing flexibility to campus food with fresh menus.
In addition to six main dining halls, cafes and kiosks around campus, the food trucks will rotate around underserved areas, bringing fresh fusion street foods to students.
“We want to bring it together in such a way that it’s just a little bit different than it would normally be served,” said Randy Van Dyke, executive chef. “We’re looking for the fun and excitement in that area; something new, exciting, out of the box.”
The Bioinformatics Institute, Oak Lane, Perry Street, Alumni Drive and College Avenue are stops under consideration. The trucks are scheduled to arrive three times per day at each stop, during lunch, dinner and late nights.
“Maybe Oak Lane at dinner time, since not a whole lot of people are over there during the daytime, and then late night, where we could possibly put it to take some pressure off DX, which, on a Thursday or Friday night, just gets slammed,” said Bill Hess, associate director for dining services. “Two trucks, if they do a thousand total transactions a day — when you look at West End that does 6,000 or Turner that does 12-13,000 or Owens that does 5,000 transactions a day — no, you’re not going to see much of an impact on Turner at lunch rush. We know there are going to be lines.”
The food trucks will serve completely new dishes compared to the dining halls. Meal plans, cash and cards will be accepted. The price range will be between $5 and $8 before dining plan discounts.
“I think it’s a good idea. As a person who lives off campus, I don’t try to cross the Drillfield too much,” said Brandon Kim, a junior BIT major. “If there’s more variety on the academic side, it would be better. The only places you can eat on the academic side are Turner and Subway, and Turner gets too crowded.”
Both food trucks are still under development as dining services welcomes student feedback. Until Friday, Jan. 29, students are invited to vote or submit an original name in a contest. “The Grillfield,” “Periodic Table” and “Prices Fork” are three of the candidates.
The menus for the two trucks will feature street food inspired by various cultures from around the world, including India, Vietnam, Korea, Latin America and the southern United States.
Like most food trucks, both will have compact menus, with fewer than 10 items and plenty of customizable options. One menu will begin with a rice- or noodle-base option and the other will begin with a bolillo bun or tortilla base. Students can create unique combinations from there.
Select entrees will be served at East Side Deli in D2 dining hall for sampling and feedback from Monday, Jan. 25 until Friday, Apr. 1. A final menu will be ready by reading day, Thursday, May 5.
“It’s going to provide a different experience for the students,” said Victoria Boatwright, web developer and social and print media coordinator for Dining Services. “A lot of alumni, too, are like, ‘What? I wish that was here when I was here!’ They want to come back to campus and see it.”
The trucks will be making their way around campus by the fall, but dining services hopes for an early debut by summer.
“It’s to add to our portfolio of excellent food,” Hess said. “I want to have fun with the food truck. It needs to be fun, interesting food, but very good food. I think some of it has to be a surprise.”


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The Dangers of Vaporizing Tobacco Products – Are They Really Dangerous?
One of many dangers of vaping is that it can cause cancer. It has been a worry for quite some time. You see, we know that there are dangers of smoking and there’s also dangers of vapors from cigarettes. The latest thing to come out with electronic cigarettes is they do contain nicotine, but it is in a significantly less dangerous form than cigarettes do. So, is vaporizing harmless?
Everything depends on how you utilize them and why. If you use them responsibly, then it really is probably not going to have any health threats at all. But, if you use them irresponsibly, then you can find going to be some health risks to consider. Among those is cancer. When you vaporize the cigarette, you do not just inhale the smoke, you breathe in all the smoke aswell.
Studies that have looked at the long term effects of smoking on your health have shown that there can be many health risks to consider once you vaporize your tobacco along with other tobacco products. One of them is cancer. So, is vaporizing marijuana vaporizing tobacco going to be dangerous? The answer is not any.
A different one of the dangers of e-cigarette is they can cause teeth to decay. Associated with because the liquid vapinger.com nicotine is hot. So, this means that it can really begin to burn the enamel on your own teeth. When you breathe vapor, then that same vapor is certainly going into your lungs, and this can really begin to damage the lining of one’s lungs and in some cases, can even cause cancer to create in.
Even more of the dangers of vapes are that they can result in a lung injury or lung cancer. Although, this is not the only health effect that’s caused by smoking cigarettes. Additionally, you will get throat cancer and also mouth cancer when you do take in the tar and toxic chemicals which are present in regular cigarettes. The most recent addition to the range of things that can cause health effects is a chemical called “ephedra”, that is found in a lot of different varieties of cigarettes.
This particular chemical was introduced in the past in the 1970s. This is the time when a large amount of people were getting sick far more commonly than they do now. This can be a known fact that there is plenty of research being completed into what this substance was and the consequences that it could have on human beings. In the recent past, it has been found that the dangers of cigarettes by inhalation is much worse than a lot of people realise. Generally in most case reports that have been written, it has shown that there is a link between long-term smokers and lung disease.
So, here we are considering the dangers of consuming the smokes. We know that there are certain things that we are consuming which contain nicotine along with other toxic chemicals. In many instances, these things ‘re going into our body system rather than getting removed. However, with electronic cigarettes, there is absolutely no such risk because the nicotine and the toxins that are present in regular cigarettes will not enter the body system through the e smokes.
Also, with the newer generation of vaporization tobacco products, addititionally there is no such threat of cancer or heart diseases. It really is believed that the majority of the people who smoke and vouch for the dangers of vaping are individuals who are using marijuana regularly. The reason for that is that marijuana is a very powerful stimulant and contains the ability to make the user go out of their minds. Many think that when marijuana users begin using vaporized tobacco products, their minds do not stay calm when they smoke so much.

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Baby shoes are one of my favorite sewing crafts which will take around 10 to 15 minutes. If I had a girl I would not stop making baby shoes because there’s no enough amount of shoes and hats for a cute little baby girl. This is another craft project in my bucket list if I get a baby girl. This cute looking Mary Jane Baby Shoes Pattern is shared by Lindsay Wilkes at TheCottageMama.
HERE is the free pattern.
Macrame is a different kind of ancient craft we don’t often talk about. With macrame knots you can create beautiful wall hangers and some decorative arts we can hang on.This is a rare tutorial I found about macrame knots. Macrame is not a difficult craft if you know the basic knots. This is an easy tutorial on basic macrame knots with illustrated materials. Ready to macrame. HERE is the tutorial.
Got a half an hour free time everyday? How about making it useful instead of killing it up by sleeping? These are some creative sewing crafts that you can try making with less materials and around 30 minutes time. If you are really enjoying sewing as a hobby then I am sure that you’ll love to read this list of 30 things to sew in 30 minutes. Enjoy!
You don’t have to be an expert to make profit out of sewing crafts. Just a bit of creativity with a basic understanding of sewing can make you some money if you take action. These are some cute ideas which will take around 10 minutes to make and still sell it for some money.I’m sure that you’ll get a dozens of ideas by just looking at this list. Have a crafty day ahead!
The easiest way to learn sewing is first starting off with hand sewing. You will learn the very basics and some useful tips and tricks the easier way without much complicated use of sewing machine. When you get used to sewing, then you can learn the basics of sewing machine and get creative right away. If you are a beginner who would love to learn sewing, HERE is a nice list of Hand Sewing Projects which you can sew within minutes.
No matter how many times we try, trying to be organized is something we can never achieve with kids. Though we can at least try by keeping storage boxes, bags or something we make to keep our things in one place. If you make those organizers attractive, then you can trick your little ones to help you keeping your things in proper place. These are some cute looking sewing projects which you can try at home to make your home more organized.
HERE is the list of 11+ Free Sewing Projects to Make You More Organized. Have a craftier day ahead!
There’s nothing more for a beginner knitter if a marvelous looking knitting project is easy to achieve. This is a gorgeous knitting pattern which is easy for a beginner to knit. You need a fie yarn and 3.0mm knitting needle for this project. If you have those tools then HERE is the pattern to start this project right away.
Crocheting is a good craft for keeping your mind calm and healthy. If you get upset fast for any reason you should consider crocheting as you’ll learn how to bear up slowly and effectively. However, there are some times we get mad at crocheting for some dumb reasons. May be it’s because something we don’t know about crochet, and may be there is no reason at all. However, if you learn these tips you can avoid most of those interruptions while crocheting your next project. HERE is a nice list of crochet tips if you are still learning crochet.
If you are crocheting for a while and you know that with some patterns, we can’t keep straight edges as we need. The standard way to keep crocheting is crochet 3 chains for double crochet but, if you need to keep a straight edge you have to skip one chain from the turning point. Don’t get it? This article will explain everything about keeping straight edges in crochet.
HERE is the link to visit the page.
Crocheters who love elegant and cute hats, this is often another nice chance to create a waffle stitch beanie with their own hands in just a brief amount of your time. I hope you’ve got enough experience of crocheting one among the most effective stitches – waffle stitch, as a result of our today’s project completely depends on it ability. So, let’s get right down to the business. Start crochet today and get a big pleasure.
HERE is the pattern for this beanie hat.

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Finally got a scan of this sweet piece I did a couple of months back.
This piece is up for sale!
Message if you’re interested!
Also: Special Agent Harambe vs the Order of the 12 has less than a week left! Check it out: kck.st/2vrP2t5
Recent scan of an older pieces I have for sale.
$50 11×17+$12 for shipping for the Copic Pieces.
$50 11×14+$12 for shipping for the Watercolor Pieces.
E-mail email@example.com if interested.

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Sophie is responsible for Investment Origination for LDC across the Yorkshire region. Her role is to identify and build relationships with ambitious business owners and management teams that would benefit from private equity investment to accelerate growth.
Having joined LDC in January 2022, Sophie is based out of the Leeds office. Prior to LDC, she spent three years in the investment team of growth capital investor BGF, where her role encompassed investing into growing lower mid-market businesses and looking after two portfolio companies, as well as identifying new business opportunities.
Sophie began her career with over seven years at Deloitte, spending time working in both their London and Leeds offices. After qualifying as a Chartered Accountant, she joined their Corporate Finance practice where she advised a wide range of businesses on M&A, disposals, joint ventures, strategic reviews and acquisition searches.
Sophie also holds a degree in Economics from Durham University.
I feel fortunate that I get to know so many interesting business leaders as part of my role. Learning about the stories and successes of local people and companies is really inspiring.”
Ask the experts: Life behind the scenes in a private equity firm
Sophie Isaacs and Ana-Maria Garaba joined the Yorkshire team of LDC in January 2022, just as the firm announced a new commitment to invest in at least 100 mid-market businesses nationally over the next five years. Here, they talk to us about their experiences so far.Read the article

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Cranford Hospice - Cancer Care at a Cancer Hospice
Specialist palliative care charity that provides cancer care and other life limiting illnesses to the people of Hawke's Bay. The cancer hospice provides free support regardless of age, ethnicity, means or religion.
Based in Victoria, offering a unique way of being compassionate to patients facing end of life decisions.
Crown Hospice Cape Girardeau
Makes an exceptional way of caring for patients facing end of life decisions.
With Seasons Hospice Care Tulsa, patients and loved ones reclaim a sense of control over their lives.
Seasons Hospice Springfield
Hospice care is about being alive. Palliative care neither rushes nor delays death, but rather it affirms life, highlights self-respect, and enhances the quality of the remainder of a person's life.
Home Health Care

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Date: 26 October 2018
The ability to precisely measure thin and ultra-thin glass as part of a product testing and manufacturing process has never been so vital. However, Solartron Feather Touch and Ultra Feather Touch probes provide an accurate, cost saving, and repeatable measurement solution that exceeds all expectations.
The industry mandate for thinner, stronger glass is driven by the explosion of touch-screen electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets and smart watches. And the impact of this surge has advanced the evolution of glass technology, with a constant demand for thinner, stronger clear materials.
Notably, thin glass and its growing use in consumer electronics and other sectors is a key theme at Glasstec 2018, the world’s leading trade fair for the glass industry and its suppliers.
Ultra-feathertouch probe sensor technology
To check any high tolerance dimension, manufacturers require a high precision sensor that will not scratch the surface, and quickly check with a high degree of precision and repeatability. Environmental concerns are also a factor, as glass plants can be hot and humid.
These requirements are why electronics glass manufacturers turn to Solartron Feather Touch and Ultra Feather touch probes. The sensors have tip forces as low as 0.03 to 0.5 N, with ranges from 2mm to 30mm. Diameters as thin as 3mm are also available.
They provide accuracy up to 0.05% F.S., repeatability to 0.05 µm and resolution down to 0.01 µm. Nylon, ruby, and flat tips are available to prevent marking of the surface. With these sensors, glass as thin as 1mm can be checked for form or thickness.
The capability of Solartron Feather Touch probes has also extended to the automotive industry, where nylon tipped probes can be rigged to a custom fixture and gauge everything from a windshields to headlamps. Automotive glass plants around the globe utilize Solartron probes for their robust build, easy setup, and quick installation.
In addition, Solartron Feather Touch and Ultra Feather Touch probes provide distinct advantages over non contact sensors, with their lower cost, higher repeatability, easier setup, and less sensitivity to environment.
Optimising Ultra Feathertouch Probe sensor technology
The benefits of Feather and Ultra Feather Touch probe sensors can be further optimised when used with the Solartron Orbit® 3 Digital Measurement System.
The Solartron Digital Orbit® System is a digital, modular network built for easy data collection and output into a PC, PLC, or network. With Orbit®, each sensor is calibrated at the factory, alleviating any concern for calibration onsite. Then up to 150 Orbit digital sensors can be networked together in a single interface, providing rapid, repeatable and reliable data acquisition.
Interfaces include USB, Ethernet TCP/IP, RS232, Bluetooth Wireless, and six different PLC protocols. In addition, the Orbit® 3 Software Drivers provide programming examples into any Windows based software, including Excel Labview or QC Calc. Stand alone readouts are also available.
Solartron’s seamless integration of probe sensor technology and measurement output delivers higher performance, better results and greater cost-efficiency for our customers. The high performance probes and Orbit® network are what makes Solartron an industry leader in the field.
Find out more about what Solartron Metrology can do for your business by contacting us on +44 (0)1243 833333 or email@example.com


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shops boxes in Akihabara’s electric town are only as strange as the shop box-keepers that run them. Here is a study of the fantastic men and women that power these tiny outlets of the most specialized collections of vacuum tubes, capacitors, led lights, CCD cameras, switches, and other electric needs. Each tiny box is an average of six square feet in size and the boxkeeper usually has the tiniest space in which to operate from. Shot with Leica M9 and a 35 v4 ‘bokeh king’. This is their story, click fer biggerer and slideshow:
This revival film is playing at Fantastic Film Fest the same week we are. I must say I’m only a few minutes into watching it as I’m working on some new JiJ pages... and wow… this is just amazing. A era of Florida history captured perfectly on a bootleged VHS. There’s even a little guy that I swear is John Oates… and I should know I’ve worked with him and his mustache before.
…and to the Hub. On a long stroll through downtown Tampa, I happened upon Fetish Con again (like I had managed a year before). I didn’t really feel up to a prolonged stay this time around, as I was meeting a friend at the Hub. Next year maybe I’ll be in the mood to shoot more. There’s little escape from the energy that this event creates in that town. The last few moments of our evening were of the delightful fellow pictured propositioning me and Andy to “Go dancing, if we knew what he mean’d.” We would then motion to the several 50 dollar bills he spread on the table. Andy repeated and repeated: “The friendly’s wearing off.”
He never really understood that meant “no.”
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The average age in University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law classrooms decreased by a few years on Jan. 31 when 200 Prince George’s County high school students filled the seats to experience what law school is all about.
The visitors started the day divided into small groups to participate in mock classes taught by some of Maryland Carey Law’s most prestigious professors. One lucky set landed in class with dean and professor Donald B. Tobin, JD, who led them in an exercise resulting in a spirited debate on the legal issues surrounding the placement of a tank in a public park. The lesson, Tobin explained, is part of an actual first-year legal writing class. Students, including a Prince George’s County high school Student Government Association president, class president, and volleyball team captain, eagerly argued for and against the tank, using relevant statutes and legislative history.
Other sections were taught by Leigh Goodmark, JD, professor and co-director of the Clinical Law Program; Sherri Keene, JD, professor and director of the Legal Writing Program; Bill Piermattei, JD managing director of the Environmental Law Program; Michael Pinard, JD, professor and co-director of the Clinical Law Program; Markus Rauschecker, JD, director of the Cybersecurity Program; and Maneka Sinha, JD, assistant professor and director of the Criminal Defense Clinic.
Tobin closed out his class by inviting the high school students to view the law school as “a place where you belong — a place where you can hone the skills to become great leaders in society.”
Next, it was on to historic Westminster Hall, where the teens had a chance to grill current law students and recent alumni on their law school experiences and the legal profession.
Panelist Shane Doyle, a first-generation college graduate who is earning his law degree at night, shared his story of wanting to represent people convicted of crimes who can’t afford representation.
A native of a war-torn country in the Middle East, panelist Susan Ansari described her journey toward using her law degree to help refugees.
Students also asked questions about applying to law school, managing stress, and how to get the most out of the law school experience. Taylor Nichols, a student attorney in the Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship Clinic, answered the query, “What would you tell your younger self?” with the words, “I would tell my younger self to do what scares you.”
After the panel concluded, the high schoolers were treated to remarks from legendary lawyer and former judge William H. “Billy” Murphy, JD ’69, founding partner at Murphy, Falcon & Murphy. Murphy, who represented the family of Freddie Gray and was a founder of Maryland Carey Law’s Black Law Students Association, told the audience that the law school “inspires people to greatness,” and that, “you can be as great at something as you have the will to be.” He wrapped up by offering students the opportunity to visit his law office if they wanted to learn more about being an attorney.
“This is an extraordinary opportunity for our students,” said Frantz Deetjen, Prince George’s County Public Schools’ college readiness coordinator. “Getting a taste of what life is really like in law school helps students see the law as an attainable career path. It helps them envision their own bright futures.”


text: After the twelve-year rupture caused by the Nazis, in the Soviet zone after 1945 attempts were made to reconnect with the traditions of workers’ songs and critical folk songs that were viewed as the cultural heritage of the communist movement. One of these ‘repertoires’ of song was that of the 1848 Revolution. In the 1950s GDR researchers such as the Germanist Bruno Kaiser, the musicologist Inge Lammel and in particular the folklorist Wolfgang Steinitz made substantial contributions to the collecting and publication of the 1848 songs. Their work provided an important reference point for the singers of the German folk song revival in the GDR from the late 1970s onwards. As the cases of groups such as Folkländer and Wacholder showed, theirs was a particularly creative appropriation of the revolutionary Erbe that involved performing protest songs of the past as if they were criticising the present.

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B-17 Flying Fortresses from the 398th Bombardment Group fly a bombing mission to Neumünster, Germany, April 13, 1945. Photo courtesy of U.S. Air Force.
This article was originally published on Oct. 22, 2019, by the Department of Defense.
Strategic bombing — destroying enemy military and infrastructure targets and lowering their morale — became a significant part of America’s war strategy during World War II, although it was slow at first to get off the ground, so to speak.
Perhaps the earliest and most publicized use of strategic bombing was the Doolittle Raid on Tokyo and surrounding areas of Japan by 16 B-25B Mitchell medium bombers in April 1942.
Despite causing a limited amount of damage and casualties on mainland Japan, the raid provided a morale booster to the American people, who still had the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, fresh on their minds.
The Doolittle Raid also demonstrated the limitations of strategic bombing at this early stage in the war. The problem was that the aircraft didn’t have the range to return to the carrier, so it was a one-way mission.
As it turned out, most of the aircraft crash-landed in China — amazingly 77 of the 80 crew members survived the initial landings.
The Army realized it needed two things to make strategic bombing a success: longer-range bombers and the capture of islands closer to mainland Japan so aircraft could make a round trip.
Finally, in late 1944, the Army began the effective strategic bombing of Japan with its longer-range B-29 Superfortress heavy bombers, operating from the captured Mariana Islands and later from Iwo Jima in 1945. It augmented the B-17 Flying Fortress, which didn’t have the range or payload capacity necessary to travel long distances of over 3,000 miles.
Meanwhile, in the European theater, distances from the United Kingdom to enemy-held territory were much shorter, so in 1942, the U.S. flew B-17 missions. However, these missions were at a cost in loss of planes and high U.S. casualties, because no long-range fighter aircraft were available to protect the bombers.
In 1943, however, the P-51 Mustang fighter proved to have the range needed to travel from the U.K. to Germany and other Axis areas. It was also employed in the North African and Pacific Theaters, where it provided bomber escort.
Incredibly, the Mustang remained in service until the early 1980s. The B-29s also proved so effective, they were used later during the Korean War.
After the war, when the Air Force became a separate service in 1947, it took over the mission of strategic bombing from the Army.
Strategic bombers today are an important component of America’s nuclear triad system, the other two being land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles and submarine-launched ballistic missiles.
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ALUMNAE CORNER: Corktown’s famous and historic Alumnae Theatre. A new show debuts there this week. Photo by Chris Barker.
News for the week of January 20, 2014
Corktown resident Ann Summers Dossena was recently the recipient of a great honour in New York. Ann, who founded Toronto’s International Resource Centre for Performing Artists, was given an International Citation of Merit at the 66th annual New York congress of the International Society for the Performing Arts. The Bulletin has the full story. A huge congratulations to Ann for a great achievement and the work she does.
Last week Urban Toronto took a look at the evolving face of Richmond Street & Sherbourne Street, from its days as a gas station and a popular restaurant through the construction of the Modern condo that now sits on the site. It’s amazing how fast things change.
Pam McConnell has posted her Winter newsletter online, for anyone who didn’t receive it in their mailbox. Take a look for details on local construction projects and other happenings.
For those interested in the ongoing issue of island airport expansion, the city has announced the next public consolation meeting. It’ll take place on January 27 at 6:30 p.m in City Council Chambers at City Hall. Mark your calendars.
The Globe & Mail has named one of the loft units at 90 Sumach as their Home of the Week. Pretty snazzy.
Events for the week of January 20, 2014
On Monday, January 20, don’t miss Councillor Pam McConnell’s budget town hall meeting. It’ll take place at St. Lawrence Hall — 157 King Street East, at Jarvis — at 6:30 p.m. Click for details.
Two shows debut at local theatres this week, as theatre season again ramps up.
On Thursday, January 23, check out IDIOT’S DELIGHT at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. It’s a “mad-cap romance” that chronicles what happens when a “cast of wonderfully eccentric and international guests – countesses, arms dealers, showgirls, revolutionaries, charlatans and lovers – spend a fateful weekend in a resort hotel in the Italian Alps.” It runs through March 1. You can buy tickets online.
And definitely don’t miss your chance to see the new show debuting at Corktown’s Alumnae Theatre. Opening on Friday, January 24, THE LADY’S NOT FOR BURNING is a “romantic comedy about witch-burning, arranged marriage and a soldier who wants to die in 1400s England.” Directed by Jane Carnwath and based on the acclaimed script written in 1949 by Christopher Fry, the show runs through February 8. Find ticket details online.
On Saturday, January 25, the Toronto Film Noir Syndicate continues their new season of Film Fatale favourites with classic Sinatra-starrer THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN ARM. The film screens at 7:30 p.m. at Dominion on Queen (500 Queen East, at Sumach) with tickets just five bucks at the door. Don’t miss it.
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In the rapidly evolving world of blockchain, TRON has unveiled its latest ace: the GreatVoyage-v4.7.3, fondly termed Chilon. This is the network’s answer to the growing demand for enhanced convenience, speed, and robustness in blockchain technology. While the upgrade isn’t mandatory, it is poised to significantly uplift the user and developer experience on the TRON network.
🚀The #TRON mainnet was officially upgraded to GreatVoyage-v4.7.3(Chilon) on October 25th, 2023 (Singapore time).
— TRON DAO (@trondao) October 27, 2023
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- Speedier Node Operations: One of the highlights of Chilon is its significant reduction in node startup and initialization time. This means businesses and developers can achieve faster transitions, making the network more agile than ever.
- A Sturdier Network Connection: A more resilient connection ensures that users and developers encounter fewer interruptions. Chilon’s upgrade promises a more stable connection, ensuring consistent and dependable interactions on the TRON network.
- Amplified Throughput: With the Chilon upgrade, the TRON network takes a leap in its network performance. Higher throughput ensures that transactions and processes are executed with enhanced efficiency and speed.
What is TRON?
Founded by its former CEO, Justin Sun, in 2017, TRON stands as a decentralized platform rooted in blockchain technology. Its vision revolves around crafting a universal digital content entertainment system that harnesses distributed storage tech, making the sharing of digital content both effortless and economical.
Look at us go, #TRONICS 👀
— TRON DAO (@trondao) October 26, 2023
The platform’s inherent cryptocurrency is known as Tronix or TRX. Committed to shaping the foundation for an authentically decentralized web, TRON has expanded its blockchain integration across diverse sectors, including DeFi, NFT, and GameFi.
The GreatVoyage-v4.7.3 (Chilon) is TRON’s testimony to its commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. By providing developers and users with a richer toolset and optimized performance, Chilon looks set to propel TRON to even greater heights in the blockchain arena. Stakeholders of the TRON ecosystem have much to be excited about as this upgrade unfolds its potential.
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Middle School Live Improv Show 12/21/21
Hello, and welcome to: Reasons why Improv is Awesome! (presented by the mildly biased Not A Club Improv Troupe):
1. We have a mission! And a schedule! Not A Club (NAC) Improv Troupe is a non-audition group devoted to helping students of all ability levels improve improv skills, which are valuable both on and off stage. We put on two shows a year; one for middle school and one for high school. We usually meet on Wednesdays in the MS/HS auditorium from 3:00PM-4:30PM.
2. Improv is so much fun. With NAC Improv, we work with short-form improv, like the kind of improv made popular by shows like Whose Line is It, Anyway?
If you want to know how fun our rehearsals are, just look at the zany quotes we take down every so often and post on our Instagram (@nac_improv). Twice a year, one of those lucky quotes becomes the title of an improv show! Examples include: "Are You Wearing My Dress?!," "Grandma’s Getting Married," and, most recently, "You Clogged the Toilet Again."
3. Improv is life. Here are some skills we learn at improv: Have fun. Take risks. Say yes to things, treat whoever you're with like they are very important, and always listen carefully. You may recognize these improv skills, as they are often advertised under the name "life skills." Middle and high school is about learning together how to play the game of life, and we are honored to contribute how we can.
If you're interested in knowing more about our shows, our meetings, or really anything at all, please reach out to the troupe through our contact information, visit or reach out to Ms. Saroj (room B-25), join our Google Classroom, or follow us on Instagram (@nac_improv)!
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text: Today was the annual Taste of Woodstock in the quaint Vermont village. They block off the street and have entertainment all day, restaurants show off their food and the merchants have a sidewalk sale. It is a nice event. The night’s closing entertainment were fire twirlers. They had fire on rods and chains and spun it around. It wasn’t real exciting, nothing caught on fire that wasn’t supposed to but the crowd appreciated their effort. It also may for fun photos.


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The Tate Modern has opened its much anticipated retrospective exhibition of Pablo Picasso (1881 – 1973) and the pivotal year of his career in Picasso 1932: Love Fame Tragedy. I go back in time and trace my original interest with the cubist, surrealist and expressionist artist and share my thoughts on this revolutionary exhibition, in my humble opinion.
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I was very honored to be on the faculty of Pastel LIVE this past week.
It was 4 full days of pastel, pastel, pastel….so you know I was happy and in good company with artists from all over the world. It was amazing to watch all the demos and see the many different ways that artists can use this medium. Seriously, I learned a lot.
I think my portrait demo came across well and many reached out through chats and emails saying that my use of pastel and especially the “yellow stage” is a game changer for them.
Yup! I know! Once I realized (over 25 years ago) that light controls everything, painting became so much easier. And for me, yellow is the key….
Above is a shot of the demo on my computer as I was tuned in and chatting with attendees….
Here is the finished demo – done in one hour.
Here is another little piece that sold through the online auction. I will be shipping that out today to a new collector. Yay!
Light is always what drives me to paint something….
Light. I started writing about it a few weeks ago. How light travels at the “angle of incidence.” How that affects everything we see. Think about it- without light we could not see anything. And we would not understand objects in space. Light tells us all about depth. About the planes of the face.
Plus its pretty darn beautiful.
In the demo I did for Pastel LIVE I went though the 5 stages that all my painting go through and the yellow stage is just one of them. But trust me, there is so much more to know than painting the face yellow. And I can teach you why. My next online workshop is September 23 and 24th and it will go over the 5 stages and everything I know about light. And then there is the POWER of pastel….no more “soft” or “hard…” Do you know which brands are “gliders?” Which are “blenders?” Trust me, it will help with getting control over those pesky sticks!
I hope you can join me.
The POWER of Pastel Workshop – online
September 23 and 24th
Register with me at email@example.com
More lessons on light next week…..


Wellington Mara passed away today. If you have never heard of him, here's why you should. Without him, the NFL that now dominates the American sports scene would likely never have developed.
In pre-revenue sharing days, Mara controlled the NFL's most powerful franchise if you looked at financial potential. His Giants had a television contract, one of the few teams to have this kind of media revenue.
But then-commissioner Pete Rozelle was convinced that unless all of his teams shared all revenues, including from television, the league would continue to divide into groups of haves and have-nots. His concept had no hope of being approved unless big-market owners like Mara agreed. Unlike their baseball counterparts of today, the rich owners, inspired by Mara's foresight, came around to Rozelle's concepts.
Revenue sharing is the basis from which today's NFL has emerged. It created a level playing field where the Packers had resources to compete with the Giants. Otherwise, there would be no Packers today, for sure, and certainly there would not be the level of quality competition and the labor peace and all the rest that has resulted from the wisdom of the Rozelles and Maras of the 1960s.
Mara, a member of the Hall of Fame, was the last of the old NFL stalwarts who helped lead the league into its merger with the AFL. He was one of those great sports characters that once filled the landscape, a big-hearted Irishman who still was a presence at Giants practices until he took ill. He was known for his generosity, large family, humor and great, great loyalty to those who worked for and with him. To be a friend of the Duke's was a unique gift indeed.
Imagine this: He became a ball boy with the Giants at age nine, then took over the team, along with his brother Jack, at 14. He was 89 when he died.


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Fuel accumulation in co-deposited layers on plasma facing components
2001 (English)In: Journal of Nuclear Materials, ISSN 0022-3115, E-ISSN 1873-4820, Vol. 290, 473-477 p.Article in journal (Refereed) Published
The work is focused on the determination of the distribution and the total content of deuterium in co-deposits formed in the TEXTOR tokamak on a toroidal belt limiter which is the machine's major plasma facing component (PFC). Limiter tiles in use for 14 100 s of plasma operation were dismounted for examination with surface analysis and microscopy methods. Mapping of the deuterium distribution by means of nuclear reaction analysis (NRA) revealed the presence of deposition zones covering about 35% of the tiles'surface area. Besides C and D, other constituents of the layers were boron, silicon and inconel components. The co-deposit, with a stratified structure and a thickness of up to 50 mum, could be detached from the tiles. Deuterium depth profiling on both sides of the detached flakes and in the underlying graphite substrate enabled the D content in the deposition zones to be estimated at a level of 3.5 x 10(19) cm(-2). Adding the fuel content found in the erosion zone (3-7 x 10(17) cm(-2)) and on the back side of the tile (0.9-1.8 x 10(17) cm(-2)), the total amount of D atoms trapped in all the limiter tiles was assessed to be about 2 x 10(23) atoms. D content in the co-deposits accounted for approximately 10 at.% (C-D/C-C similar to 0.1) which was considered to be low in comparison to much greater values observed in other devices. The results of the ion beam analyses (IBA) agree well with the determination by thermal desorption spectrometry (TDS).
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2001. Vol. 290, 473-477 p.
redeposition, erosion, hydrogen inventory, TEXTOR, plasma facing components, fusion devices, deuterium, tokamak, limiters, carbon, wall, tftr
IdentifiersURN: urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-20473DOI: 10.1016/S0022-3115(00)00583-3ISI: 000167676700094OAI: oai:DiVA.org:kth-20473DiVA: diva2:339168
QC 201005252010-08-102010-08-10Bibliographically approved

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At the TERATEC 2015 Forum, BittWare announced the release of its FPGA Development Kit (FDK) for Altera FPGA boards. The kit provides FPGA board support IP and integration for BittWare's Altera FPGA-based boards. Built with Altera's Qsys system integration tool, the FDK is a library of FPGA components that includes preconfigured physical interfaces, infrastructure and examples.
The kit drastically cuts development time and can be easily integrated into existing FPGA development environments. By providing the underlying infrastructure for FPGA development, the FDK allows customers focus on developing their processing components rather than on the infrastructure around it.
The kit includes many resources that ease integration on BittWare's Altera FPGA boards. Working example projects for each supported board illustrate how to move data between the board's different interfaces. Board-level projects provide complete board I/O and timing constraints; and an IP Discovery ROM with each FPGA load provides an address map of the design, which simplifies simulation and host software development. ModelSim simulations and reference designs are also included. The FDK is well integrated with BittWare's BittWorks II system development software and includes the complete source code for customisation.
"Our FDK is an essential piece to working with the FPGA on our boards and can reduce development effort by months. The extensive component and project library with pre-configured physical interfaces and examples allow our customers to get an FPGA project running on a BittWare board with minimal effort," said Chad Hamilton, Vice President of IP, Software & Customer Support, BittWare. "We've developed it to fit into our customers' existing FPGA development process, so they can begin using their BittWare board without the learning curve of adopting a new methodology."


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Update on clinicopathological assessment of renal health in non-racing greyhounds
AffiliationVeterinary Clinical Sciences
Document TypeMasters Research thesis
Access StatusThis item is embargoed and will be available on 2021-03-19. This item is currently available to University of Melbourne staff and students only, login required.
© 2019 Rebekah Liffman
Background: Serum creatinine concentrations differ in greyhounds compared with non-sighthounds, but it is not known whether urine creatinine concentrations also differ and whether any difference would influence the interpretation of the urine protein to creatinine ratio (UPC). Additionally, there is some evidence for greyhounds having higher serum symmetric dimethylarginine (SDMA) than non-sighthounds, but this has yet to be confirmed in healthy non-racing greyhounds. Objectives: The objectives of this study were fourfold: (1) to compare the urine creatinine concentrations in healthy greyhounds and a control group of healthy non-sighthounds, (2) to determine the UPC reference interval in healthy greyhounds and to compare this with the UPC reference interval in a control group of healthy non-sighthounds, (3) to determine the serum SDMA concentration reference interval in healthy greyhounds and to compare this with the serum SDMA concentration reference interval in a control group of healthy non-sighthounds and with a previously established canine serum SDMA concentration reference interval, and (4) to establish whether lean body mass is correlated with serum creatinine and urine creatinine concentrations in greyhounds. Methods: The study used an observational cross-sectional design and included 98 clinically healthy non-racing greyhounds and 24 non-sighthound dogs with similar weight, age and sex distributions, as determined by t-test and chi-squared tests. SDMA, urine creatinine concentration and UPC values were measured from blood and urine samples. Linear regression was used to compare the greyhound and non-sighthound groups. Greyhound reference intervals were determined for SDMA and UPC using non-parametric methods. These were compared with the reference intervals for the non-sighthound group and with current International Renal Interest Society guidelines. In the greyhound sample, the association of urine creatinine with thigh circumference, height and weight was estimated using Pearson correlation. Statistical significance was set at P < 0.05 for all analyses. Results: Mean urine creatinine was approximately 22% higher in greyhounds than non-sighthounds after adjusting for urine concentration (P < 0.05). The upper limit of the greyhound UPC reference interval was 0.20 or 0.42, depending on whether strict or moderate exclusion criteria, respectively, were applied. The mean UPC was 29% lower in greyhounds than non-sighthounds, but this difference was not statistically significant (P = 0.1). The serum SDMA reference interval for greyhounds was 6.3–19.7 µg/dL (0.31–0.98 µmol/L). The upper end of this interval was higher than the upper limit of the published canine reference interval (6–13 µg/dL), and the mean concentration was statistically significantly higher in greyhounds (13.0 µg/dL) than non-sighthounds (10.2 µg/dL, P < 0.001). In greyhounds, there were weak correlations between the three morphometric measurements and both serum creatinine and urine creatinine after adjusting for urine concentration. Conclusions and clinical importance: These findings provide further evidence that greyhounds require several breed-specific reference intervals when evaluating renal function. Apart from having higher serum creatinine, greyhounds also have higher SDMA and higher urine creatinine when compared to non-sighthounds. Although UPC trended slightly lower in greyhounds, this finding was not significant, and therefore the threshold for non-proteinuria set by IRIS guidelines appears to be appropriate for greyhounds based on the calculated reference interval.
Keywordsgreyhound; renal; urine; osmolality; creatinine; symmetric dimethylarginine, muscle mass; UPC
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01 April 2009
Here she is
The finished, "I Love My Kitty." I finished her maybe two weeks ago, I think, but just took the photo. She just makes my heart sing.
And my new WIP, Frog the lion cub. At least you can see his eye now and tell he might could be a lion one day. It was looking a little dubious there for a few days.
And what he's supposed to look like. I keep thinking Thank God I don't have a magazine deadline to meet with him. I bow to the model stitcher. YOU ROCK.


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- Provide 200 g of hard cheeses, use whatever you have to hand, Cheddar, Lancashire, Manchego, Parmesan, some Stilton (but don't use too much blue cheese), and no soft cheeses.
- You need 75 g of unsalted butter, at room temperature.
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Snow Mold is caused by a fungus that is active over the winter underneath the snow. Generally, snow mold will not kill your grass...it just looks bad.
Snow mold can be a sign of one or more of the following:
*We had a lot of snow cover this past winter
*Your lawn wasn’t mowed short enough last fall
*Your soil is wet and holding moisture
*Your soil lacks good biology to combat the fungi that causes snow mold
*You have a lot of problem grasses (like bentgrass or rough bluegrass) that are very susceptible to snow mold
There isn’t that much you can do about what’s already happened, but the good news is that the lawn will recover soon on its own. A little light raking will help speed the process...but don’t rake too aggressively because that can potentially kill the grass. If snow mold is really bothering you, ask us to do a Super Seeding for you, which will help the old grass recover and get new grass established.
To prevent snow mold next year, make sure you mow your lawn late into the season (with sharp blades) down to about 2 inches, (pretty short) so that the grass doesn't lay over on itself. Also, consider beneficial liquid aeration this fall to help open up the soil and encourage beneficial soil biology. A compost topdressing will also add snow mold fungi fighters.

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VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis announced Sunday that he will hold a meeting of the Roman Catholic Church’s top council to appoint 14 new cardinals next month, including from Iraq, Pakistan, Madagascar and Japan.
In the event of a conclave of cardinals to name a new pope, 11 of the new 14 being under 80 years of age will be eligible to take part.
“I am happy to announce that on June 29 there will be a consistory meeting to appoint 14 new cardinals. Their origins reflect the universality of the church,” Francis said in an address in St. Peter’s Square.
Among the new cardinals will be Louis Sako, from Iraq, who has often met the pope to discuss the situation in the war-torn country and the plight of its Christian community.
From Pakistan comes Joseph Coutts of Karachi with Desire Tsarahazana from Toamasina in Madagascar and Archbishop Thomas Aquinas Manyo Maeda from Osaka.
As well as having the key role of choosing a new pope, cardinals often also hold the highest administrative offices in the church.
Pope Francis, the first head of the church from Latin America, is 81. He was named in 2013 after his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, stood down citing the effects of advancing age on his ability to carry out the exacting duties of the office.


Okay so I actually made this track a few days ago, but I forgot to post it here. Soundtrap has a grouping of 90s Hip Hop loops so I could not resist making a tune from them. Will there be a part two? I have no idea [probably yes] but I do know that I will be streaming another Soundtrap Session on Twitch this Friday at 12:30PM ET so that's something to look forward to, right?
Anyway, here is my latest creation. Enjoy!


Connection-Oriented Ethernet (COE) is the latest innovation in Carrier Ethernet, providing the determinism of TDM while retaining the flexibility and low cost of Ethernet. Deterministic COE connections deliver guaranteed bandwidth, in addition to the tightest possible latency and jitter performance, 50ms automatic protection switching, and precision fault management. This type of connection also allows for statistical multiplexing and oversubscription. COE does for Ethernet, what SONET did for DS1 and DS3 networking.
With COE, service providers can now construct a single, general-purpose Ethernet infrastructure that delivers the full range of access and aggregation applications including:


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Has anyone seen the trailer for "Raw For 30 Days". It's a documentary about Six people who normally eat fast food, who try going 100% raw for a month. It features doctors, experts, and raw foodists who are interviewed including Gabriel Cousens, MD, David Wolfe, and Woody Harrelson.
I am new to raw foods and very interested in hearing from others who are raw foodists and people who are trying to change their lives for the better. Many people in my family have diabetes and I have changed my diet and gone raw to prevent myself from also getting diabetes.
The trailer on Youtube at:
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Water has the power to create vibrant public spaces by providing an oasis of refreshment, contemplation, socialization and play. Inspired by a flowing stream, Water Journey is a set of game modules that connect to create a giant chain reaction of play.
The water runs through channels and pools in which the users can play and interact with a range of props (gates, strainers, watermills, draw bridges, pumps and jets) to modify the flow. The system includes four modules: Boat Race, Jet Choreographies, Labyrinth and Pebbled Tide Pool.
This product line was created for Vortex, a worldwide high-end manufacturer of aquatic play solutions. They commissioned us to reinvent the traditional Splashpad, a zero-depth aquatic playground, as a new multi-generational play area for public spaces.
The resulting family of products is a modular system embedded in the ground to form the topography of a hydrological network. Like the Tangram Chinese puzzle, modules can be connected together to create multiple layouts according to site needs and constraints.
This concept of interconnected modules also optimizes the use of water as it flows from one game to the other – in fact, Water Journey is the client most water efficient product to date.
Water play in the city
A public place can gather people by providing a space where communities can meet, collaborate, celebrate and play. In the public realm however, the aquatic playground focuses very much on children and reduces interaction between generations rather then bringing them together. The design narrative is often childish, proposing a narrow set of play types and there is little effort to integrate the surrounding urban landscape. Furthermore, the play experience requires the users to get fully wet and forces the public space to organize into “wet” or “dry” areas. The result is segmented spaces and far less interaction between adults and children.
Water Journey was designed to be multigenerational: The variety of open-ended play experiences targets a wider range of users including adults. Some games are more active such as “Labyrinth” and “Boat Races”, while others “Jet Choreographies” and “Pebbled Tide Pool” are rather contemplative.
Water Journey invites urban designers . The product is embedded into the ground, and therefore merges into the urban landscape. Moreover, as the game consists of playing with the flow of water rather then being sprayed, all users can access the installation without necessarily getting wet – thus encouraging more diverse use cases.
But the most important aspect of Water Journeys is its ability to create connections between people, as the action of one participant impacts that of another further down the stream. The interaction is enhanced by the collaboration between users and encourages socialization – thus creating a shared collective experience for everyone.


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Enlightment was a sprawling intellectual, philosophical, cultural, and social movement that spread through england, france, germany, and other parts of europe during the 1700s.
- enabled by the scientific revolution, which had begun as early as 1500, the enlightenment represented about as big of a departure as possible from the middle ages.
- enlightenment, however, opened a path for independent thought, and the fields of mathematics, astronomy, physics, politics, economics, philosophy, and medicine were drastically updated and expanded. the amount of new knowledge that emerged was staggering. just as important was the enthusiasm with which people approached the enlightenment:
- - intellectual salons popped up in france, philosophical discussions were held, and the increasingly literate population read books and passed them around feverishly. the enlightenment and all of the new knowledge thus permeated nearly every facet of civilized life.
- the advancements of the enlightenment transformed the western world into an intelligent and self-aware civilization. moreover, it directly inspired the creation of the worlds first great democracy, the united states of america
- the effects of enlightenment thought soon permeated both european and american life, from improved womens rights to more efficient steam engines, from fairer judicial systems to increased educational opportunities, from revolutionary economic theories to a rich array of literature and music.
- yet it is not simply the knowledge attained during the enlightenment that makes the era so pivotalits also the eras groundbreaking and tenacious new approaches to investigation, reasoning, and problem solving that make it so important.

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"With the language of a poet and the gift of a true storyteller, Nayomi Munaweera spins a tale of family, politics, war, and love. Island of A Thousand Mirrors is the story of a country tragically ripped apart, but it is also the story of how love and strength can bring its people together again."
- Naomi Benaron, author of Running the Rift, winner of the PEN/Bellwether Prize for Fiction
What Lies Between Us
A young girl grows up carefree in the bosom of her loving family in an old and beautiful house nestled in the idyllic hill country of Sri Lanka. Her childhood is like any other—until it isn't. The consequences of trauma spell both the end of her childhood and that of her stable home. Ostracized by their community in the wake of one terrible night, Ganga and her mother seek safety by immigrating to America.
In America she must negotiate the challenges and thrills of an American teenage girlhood. She navigates immigrancy and thrives. When she meets Daniel, a handsome, charismatic man and falls deeply in love, it appears that the ghosts of her past will finally be banished. Instead, the secrets continue to corrode and despite her best attempts, she cannot resist an encroaching darkness.
What Lies Between Us is a powerful, visceral and affecting story of the ties that bind us, an unflinching look at the lifelong impact of trauma, and the complicated, fateful ways in which our identities can form and shape our relationships, with a special focus on the lives of women.
Island of a Thousand Mirrors
A family epic set against the backdrop of the Sri Lankan civil war comes to poignant and powerful life in this lyrical and riveting debut novel by Nayomi Munaweera. The themes of conflict, family, and love are explored with tender nuance and insight by the author, showing the reader how these seemingly faraway events have relevancy in our own lives.
Munaweera tells the story through the eyes of both Sinhala and Tamil women, with tales of suicide bombers, brutality, and civil war interspersed with those of love, longing and loss. She conjures a powerful metaphor for a nation through the twisted limbs of a tree feasting on blood and bodies, and asks what kind of fruit such a tree will ultimately bear - a question that each of us must answer through the personal and political decisions we make in our lives daily.
I’m thrilled to announce that Island of a Thousand Mirrors has been selected as the Target Book Club Pick of the month for January, 2016. From January 5th, all Target stores will carry a special edition paperback with exclusive content, interview and more! The book is available for pre-order now.


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Tatang Guritno, Jakarta – Papuan civilians will continue to fall victim if the government continues to use a security approach to resolve the problems in the land of the Cenderawasih as Papua is known.
Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (Kontras) researcher Rivanlee Anandar says that the conflict in Papua will result in more people being killed, traumatised and losing their right to a sense of safety.
"The consequence is that in the future the Papuan people will grow up with a sense of fear", said Anandar when contacted on Monday September 20.
The consequence of this, continued Anandar, is that the systemic problems in Papua will not be resolved. "Such as (the problem) of access to basic needs, inequality will not be solved if a [security] approach continues to be used", he said.
Anandar said that right now, a concrete step that could be taken is for the House of Representatives (DPR) Commission I to conduct an evaluation and audit of the TNI (Indonesian military) and government's attempts to deal with the problems in Papua.
"This would show the gaps or where the mistakes lie that must be fixed in the future", he said.
Anandar hopes that the government will not be allergic to the results of such an evaluation and be willing to be open to accepting criticism and input from the Papuan people.
"Open your ears, provide space to speak with the Papuan people on the criticisms about the approaches that have been used up until now and accept their proposals to find an alternative solution from the Papuan people", he said.
As has been reported, the conflict in Papua between the government and armed criminal groups (KKB) is still continuing.
On Wednesday September 15 two health workers were found in Kiwirok district, Star Mountain regency. The pair were declared missing after an attack by an armed group in the area on Monday September 13.
One of the health workers named Kristina Sampe Tonapa was found alive while their colleague, Gabriella Meilani had died.
[Translated by James Balowski. The original title of the article was "Masyarakat Papua Terus Jadi Korban jika Pemerintah Selalu Gunakan Pendekatan Keamanan".]

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The “Mano Po 7: Chinoy” actor says he is happy for his former love team partner’s success.
With his onscreen reunion with former love team partner Janella Salvador in “Mano Po 7: Chinoy,” Marlo Mortel shared he is happy to still feel the love and support from their fans from their previous projects together like “Be Careful With My Heart” and the 2015 MMFF horror hit “Haunted Mansion.”
“Kahit sino naman siguro, dapat thankful ka pa nga na pinili ka for “Mano Po.” Siyempre natututuwa ako kasi yung mga fans naniniwala sila sa amin ni Janella eh and madami pa din kaming fans up to now na nakikita na may chemistry ka-mi. Natutuwa naman ako na nakikita nila yun dahil effort din naman namin yun together.
“Tulad nga ng sabi nila, pag magkasama kami may something. Although hindi man romantically or what in real life di ba, on screen naman meron kaming something together na kaya tinangkilik yung ‘Haunted Mansion,’” he comment-ed.
The 23-year-old actor said he did not have any ill feelings when Janella was partnered with new Kapamilya Elmo Magalona in a series earlier this year.
“Wala, walang problema. Friends ako with Elmo and Janella. Pareho pa kami ng handler kaming tatlo so happy naman ako kapag kaming lahat we’re trying our best to make it in the business so kung ano man ang mangyari, kahit hindi kami magkasama or magkasama, basta maging successful ang bawat isa, happy ako para sa kanila,” he admitted.
Despite their separate projects, Marlo still hopes he can still be given a chance to be part of a love team project.
"Sana mabigyan ako ng chance, na kundi man with Janella, pero I would love to work with Janella again. Kahit ibang love team okay naman ako. I’m open to that,” he said.
For 2017, Marlo says he will do his best to prove that he has the potential to do more in showbiz. "Sa ngayon wala pa naman projects. ‘Umagang Kay Ganda’ pa rin and hopefully after this mabigyan na ako ng chance to finally show my talent kasi naniniwala naman ako na madami akong kayang i-offer eh. I can sing, dance, and act. Tapos last year nag-Best New Actor pa ako. I just need the right time. Ako naman hindi naman ako atat eh. Naghihintay lang ako ng tamang break para sa akin na ma-i-share yung talent ko,” he remarked.

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Penicillin yeast infection prevent,signs of vaginal yeast infection in women,candida liver flush - Reviews
Author: admin, 17.11.2015Yeast infections often follow a dose of antibiotics, since in addition killing the bacteria that's making you sick, the medicine also kills bacteria that keeps your vagina healthy.
Some women apply the garlic directly to the vagina when they feel the beginnings of an infection coming on. If you develop symptoms of a yeast infection, consult a physician to make sure it is actually a yeast infection. If you are taking certain medications for blood pressure or diabetes, consult your physician about preventative measures for yeast infections.
Meet Hailey, a dedicated wikiHowian of over two years who has started 132 articles and reviewed over 41,500 recent changes. Menstruation - A woman is most likely to develop a yeast infection around the time of her period. Although yeast infections are very common among women, they can be difficult to accurately self-diagnose. Remember that there are other potential reasons why you may be experiencing abnormal vaginal discharge and vaginal discomfort, including other infections such as bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis. If you keep having repeat infections, this is also something you should discuss with your doctor. To keep your yeast levels in check, your doctor may prescribe a medication (such as Diflucan or Fluconazole) that you take once or twice a week for up to six months. A pretty mild remedy, cranberries are especially useful if you think you might be coming down with a yeast infection.
If you experience regular yeast infections, you should consider cutting back on the amount of sugar and caffeine you consume on a regular basis. Meet Karin, a wikiHowian of over 5 years who loves to write, review, read, and edit articles.
The good news is that many of the same practices that help prevent yeast infections under normal circumstances can also protect you when you're taking antibiotics. Eating yogurt is known to be so helpful in the prevention of yeast infections that many doctors advise their patients to stop by the grocery store after picking up their antibiotics prescription. It doesn't hurt to continue eating plenty of yogurt when you're finished taking them, either, since antibiotics are just one culprit leading to yeast infections. There is limited evidence to support the notion that alcoholic beverages, breads and other foods made with yeast can lead to yeast infections. Tight pants, pantyhose or elastic undergarments, or materials that don't allow air to circulate around the vaginal area, can cause the area to stay moist - perfect conditions for the growth of yeast. Even when you're not on antibiotics, douching can lead to conditions in the vagina that promote yeast growth.
Wipe from front to back to avoid any transfer of bacteria from the anal area to the vagina, which can encourage infection. A vaginal yeast infection, also known as vaginal candidiasis, can develop when there are too many yeast cells growing in the vagina. Though the symptoms can range from being annoying to unbearable, most yeast infections can easily be treated. If you have never had a yeast infection before or are unsure about the diagnosis, then you should schedule an appointment with your doctor or a nurse at your gynecologist's office.Your doctor or nurse will perform a brief vaginal examination, and then use a cotton swab to take a sample of vaginal discharge in order to conduct a yeast count.
Research has shown that only 35% of women with a history of yeast infection were able to correctly diagnose a yeast infection from their symptoms alone. Herpes outbreaks and allergic reactions to laundry detergent are frequently confused with yeast infections. For example, many of the symptoms of a yeast infection are very similar to those of an STD. If you have a recurring yeast infections, your doctor may need to perform a cultures test to determine if a candida species other than C. Remember that you should only treat a yeast infection yourself if you are fully confident in your diagnosis. While mild yeast infections should go away within a few days, more severe infections could take longer to effectively treat.
Cranberries can treat and prevent both yeast infections and urinary tract infections. Be sure you buy 100% cranberry juice, as the sugar in cranberry juice cocktail will only make matters worse.
The sugar in chocolate, candy, and even fruit juice can cause blood sugar spikes, which promote the growth of yeast. Although they are marketed for curing stomach pains, hangovers and body aches, and not for yeast infections, the citric acid in them can cure the early stages of a yeast infection. Making some dietary changes, having good hygiene and wearing the right clothes can all help prevent the conditions that cause yeast infections to occur. But do keep in mind that many women who've had yeast infections before still make mistakes in diagnosing themselves.
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- Network: Cartoon Network
- Series Premiere Date: Feb 20, 2005
Summary: The stop-motion series entitled Robot Chicken is the animated program from Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, and is currently airing on the late-night programming block "Adult Swim".What is Robot Chicken? "Robot Chicken" was a dish from the Chinese restaurant where Seth & Matthew ordered take-out, while they were writing the show.About the Creators: Seth Green Known for his acting roles in dozens of movies like The Italian Job, Without a Paddle and the Austin Powers films. He has also appeared extensively on television, starring in the hit series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and as the voice of Chris in Family Guy.Matthew Senreich A former ToyFare editor. Began his career working in comic books before joining Wizard Entertainment, Wizard is a magazine covering comic books, action figures, anime and collectible card gaming. Senreich was named editor of ToyFare, then editorial director for all of Wizard's publications.Robot Chicken is original in the ways that there hasnt been any like it since Action League NOW! The great fact is the episodes are so incredibly random, yet they still happen to pull through and manage to be completely hilarious, without losing the viewers attention because of the entire random factor... So read the rules and have fun posting... about the sheer random-ness that is Robot Chicken!
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Abortion remains legal in N.C.
Jun. 30—LENOIR — The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has returned control of the complex legal, social, health, and financial issues of abortion back to the states.
Access to family planning through public services has not changed in Caldwell County.
"The Caldwell County Health Department has not made any changes to its family planning services; however, we will follow guidance as it comes from NCDHHS (N.C. Department of Health and Human Services) pertaining to the Supreme Court decision," said Anna Martin, public health director, Caldwell County.
Caldwell County Health Department offers family planning services including contraceptives, pregnancy care management such as pregnancy testing, and maternity services.
Last Friday (June 24) Gov. Roy Cooper issued a statement regarding the Supreme Court's decision.
"For 50 years, women have relied on their constitutional right to make their own medical decisions, but today that right has been tragically ripped away," said Cooper. "That means it's now up to the states to determine whether women get reproductive health care, and in North Carolina they still can. I will continue to trust women to make their own medical decisions as we fight to keep politicians out of the doctor's exam room."
Although abortion is legal in North Carolina, there are requirements and limitations including, but not limited to, who may legally perform the procedure, the facility in which the procedure is performed, and the number of weeks of the pregnancy.
On Tuesday, June 28, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra addressed the agency's five point plan in response to the Supreme Court's ruling on Roe v. Wade.
According to Becerra, NCDHHS is taking actions to ensure access to abortion.
"Federal law requires our programs to provide medication abortion in limited circumstances, including life of the woman, rape, or incest," said Becerra at the June 28 press conference.
HHS plans to protect privacy and prevent discrimination for patients and providers and ensure that doctors, pharmacists, and clinics are trained and have access to resources to refer and assist patients with family planning, and protecting access to contraceptives, including emergency contraceptives.
According to a June 30 HHS press release, $3 million has been allotted from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to go to providers for training and technical assistance. The Reproductive Health National Training Center (RHNTC) is set to get $2 million and the National Clinical Training Center for Family Planning (NCTCFP) will receive $750,000.
In addition, Becerra addressed supporting clinical decisions to provide appropriate medical care to patients.
There is no Planned Parenthood satellite office in Caldwell County. The clinic is the South Atlantic office in Asheville. Planned Parenthood offers services including emergency and routine contraceptives, pregnancy testing, abortion and abortion referrals.
Molly Rivera, communications director, Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, said the agency recently added a patient navigator to help patients figure out about the legality of abortions in their home state and, if needed, research and pursue an abortion in a state where it is still legal.
"The abortion landscape has not changed much in North Carolina and as of today, abortion is still legal here," said Rivera, talking about the accessibility of family planning in the state. "However, that is definitely hanging by a thread and that could change depending on what leaders in Raleigh in the General Assembly decide to do and what happens with the election this fall."
According to Rivera, North Carolina will be an important area for women across the South as some states may ban or restrict access abortion.
Rivera said approximately 1 in 4 women in the United States will have an abortion by the time they are 45 and Planned Parenthood hopes to de-stigmatize abortion. She said the decision should be up to the patient in consultation with a doctor, family members and faith leaders, not politics.
"For anyone who has questions, Planned Parenthood is here to help. We have highly trained medical providers who do this everyday and talk people through their options," said Rivera.
Individuals considering alternatives to abortion may reach out to the Pregnancy Care Center. The Pregnancy Care Center offers free family planning services. It is a nonprofit organization and does not receive state or federal funds, but rather operates on contributions and donations.
"We share the positive impact of life, while also respecting a woman's final choice," said Machelle Kirby, program director, Pregnancy Care Center. "It is our hope that we can show them the alternative to the emotional, physical, and spiritual effects that an abortion has on the woman and her family."
Pregnancy Car Center offers service which include pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, adoption referrals, post abortion healing, assistance processing applications for public assistance like WIC and Medicaid, resource referrals, assistance with basic care needs such as diapers, wipes, car seats, and cribs, and parent education, including a fatherhood program. The agency provides support for women during the pregnancy and continues through the first two years of the child's life.
Another alternative to abortion is "Safe Surrender."
"North Carolina's Safe Surrender law allows an overwhelmed parent to surrender his or her baby to a responsible adult and walk away. The baby will be adopted. A baby up to 7 days old may be placed with any responsible adult. The baby must be unharmed. Safe surrender is legal and anonymous. Anyone who receives a baby in this way must keep the baby safe and warm, and call 911 or the county social services department immediately. The law is properly called the law to Decriminalize Abandonment of an Infant. The law is meant to prevent these babies from being killed or being left unsafely to die," stated on the Caldwell County Health Department's website.
To learn more about family planning services through the Pregnancy Care Center call 828-757-9555. Walk-in appointments are available, but an appointment is recommended. The Pregnancy Care Center is open on Tuesdays (from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.), Wednesdays (9 a.m. until 5 p.m.) and Thursdays (9 a.m. until 3 p.m.).
To see a list of family planning services offered by the Caldwell County Health Department, visit https://www.caldwellcountync.org/health-department/women-s-health#FP.
To learn more about family planning services through Planned Parenthood contact (828) 252-7928.

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Olympus D-510 Zoom (C-200 Zoom) review
both good and bad. as an amateur, i like the ease of use and the outdoor photo's are excellent! But, the quality of indoor shots or outdoor night shots is average to poor!
outdoor night shots (scenery/skylines etc.) are not good! appear blurry and unfocused. indoor low-light not great either. wearing on front of camera from slide-door!
- Fujifilm X-T223.6%
- Nikon D50025.4%
- Nikon AF-S 105mm F1.4E8.2%
- Olympus M.Zuiko 12-100mm F47.5%
- Panasonic Lumix DMC-G857.2%
- Sigma 85mm F1.4 Art6.7%
- Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 Art5.1%
- Sony a63006.4%
- Sony Cyber-shot RX10 III3.7%
- Sony Cyber-shot RX100 V6.3%
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In one of the few concessions from major tech companies to the EU, both Amazon and Apple have agreed to end its exclusivity obligations in the supply and selling of audiobooks through Audible.
Amazon and Apple – and many of the other major US tech companies – have found themselves in front of the European Commission (EC) a number of times over the past few years regarding accusations of unfairly dominated various markets.
One area in particular that caught the attention of the EC was the deal between Apple and Amazon that meant the pair ran the two largest distributors of audiobooks in the world, with no room for any smaller third-party operations to compete.
According to Reuters, even prior to Amazon’s purchase of Audible in 2008, Apple had agreed to exclusivity obligations with Audible, whereby it could only source audiobooks from the company and was banned from supplying to other platforms.
Now in a landmark ruling, the pair announced that this agreement has been annulled and the sale of audiobooks will be opened up to third-party sellers within the EU.
The decision was agreed earlier this month following talks between the EC and the German Federal Cartel Office, largely due to the country’s publishers being the ones to bring the case to the EC.
Held 90pc of the German audiobook market
In a statement, the EC said: “The EC welcomes an agreement to end all exclusivity obligations concerning audiobook supply and distribution between Amazon’s subsidiary Audible and Apple.
“This step is likely to improve competition in downloadable audiobook distribution in Europe.”
Similarly, the German cartel office’s president Andreas Mundt said that with the deletion of the exclusivity agreement, Apple “will enable a wider range of offers and lower prices for consumers”.
The case against Apple and Amazon began in November of 2015 following a complaint from the German Publishers and Booksellers Association, which said more than 90pc of audiobook downloads in Germany came from either Audible or iTunes.
With such a high percentage of the market, the group said, it amounted to an abuse of power by Amazon and Apple.

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