US 6268064 B1
The present invention relates to polypropylene compositions for forming articles through extrusion. These parts are particularly useful in automotive body side moldings applications. In one embodiment, the invention is directed to an extruded resin material comprising (a) a skin layer of polypropylene polymer and (b) a core layer composition comprising a polypropylene polymer with an impact modifier and an inorganic filler. The core composition preferably comprises about 25-30 percent by weight of the impact modifiers. The impact modifier is preferably a copolymer of ethylene and a higher alpha olefin. The inorganic filler is present in an amount of about ten percent by weight.
1. An extruded vehicle side molding material comprising:
(a) a skin layer comprising polypropylene polymer;
(b) a core layer composition comprising,
(ii) polypropylene polymer,
(ii) about 25-30 percent by weight of one or more impact modifiers, said impact modifier comprising a copolymer of ethylene and a higher alpha olefin, and
(iii) about 10 wt % of inorganic fillers; and
wherein the core layer has a die swell ratio of from about 1.0 to about 1.2.
2. A material according to claim 1 wherein the inorganic filler is talc.
3. A material according to claim 1 wherein the higher alpha olefin has three to eight carbon atoms.
4. A material according to claim 1 wherein the polypropylene of the skin layer is a homopolymer.
5. A material according to claim 1 wherein the polypropylene of the core layer is a homopolymer.
6. A material according to claim 1 wherein the polypropylene of the skin layer is an ethylene/propylene copolymer.
7. A material according to claim 1 wherein the polypropylene of the core layer is a propylene-ethylene copolymer.
8. A material according to claim 6 wherein the ethylene content of the copolymer is about 5-6 percent by weight.
9. A material according to claim 7 wherein the ethylene content of the copolymer is about 5-6 percent by weight.
10. A material according to claim 1 wherein the skin layer further comprises at least one inorganic colorant.
11. A material according to claim 1 wherein the skin layer further comprises at least one metallic pigment.
12. A material according to claim 1 wherein the mean particle size of the inorganic filler is about 10μ or less.
The present invention relates to polypropylene-based resin compositions for use in extrusion processes. These compositions find use in body side molding applications commonly employed in, for example, the automotive parts industry. These compositions can replace parts typically comprising other thermoplastic materials such as polyvinyl chloride. The body side moldings of the present invention are produced by co-extrusion. The co-extrudate comprises a core layer; and a skin layer that optionally contains metallic pigment. The core and skin materials comprise a thermoplastic olefin (TPO) compound and polypropylene, respectively.
It has been typical in the automotive parts industry to manufacture exterior parts from various types of polymer materials. These polymer materials have significant advantages over more traditional materials such as metals. For instance, the polymer materials are lighter weight, and are often cheaper to produce. These materials may also have the advantage of being recyclable.
One of the first materials used in automotive exterior parts applications was polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Some of the advantages of PVC include dimensional stability, flexibility, receptiveness to paint and/or other coating materials, and compatibility with foam tapes which are typically used to attach the body side molding to the automobile. PVC has certain drawbacks. These include difficulties in processability, and environmental concerns associated with the material itself. As a result, many attempts have been made to replace PVC exterior automotive parts with parts made from other polymer materials. These polymers have included polypropylene.
Polypropylene resin materials have been designed for bumper covers, bumper fascia, spoilers, body side cladding or molding, and so forth. However, there are certain drawbacks to polypropylene resins which are not inherent to PVC. PVC is flexible and forms a good part when extruded and subsequently quenched from the melt.
Unlike PVC, polypropylene is brittle and distorted due to shrinkage when quenched from the melt. Polypropylene thus requires various other components to be incorporated to reduce brittleness and shrinkage. To reduce brittleness, especially at a low temperature, rubber or C2-C8 olefin copolymers are employed as impact modifiers. However, the presence of impact modifiers in polypropylene decreases the stiffness of the compound. Therefore, inorganic fillers such as talc are incorporated in order to achieve a balance between impact resistance and stiffness. Also, these fillers tend to reduce shrinkage of the final product. In order to minimize distortion, slow cooling, preferably via air, is often employed. However, slow air cooling requires relatively long cooling time before subsequent processing.
It is known in the art that polypropylene resin products can be formed via several distinct processes. These include molding processes. It is known in the art that body side exterior parts comprising polypropylene can be manufactured using various types of molding operations. Polypropylene resins utilized in making molded products are disclosed in the following references U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,744,535, 5,773,515, and 5,763,520. Additionally, EP 0869143, WO 9827154, and WO 9831744 disclose molded products made from polypropylene based resins.
More recently, U.S. Pat. No. 5,800,912 discloses a high gloss molded resin for use as an exterior body side molding for automobiles. The disclosed resins are disclosed as having high gloss, metallic luster, excellent weather-proofing and scratch resistant properties. The product materials are made via an injection molding process. The disclosed product is said to have two layers. The outer layer is referred to as the skin layer. The inner layer is referred to as the core layer. The physical and chemical properties of each layer are different. The skin layer provides a finished product having the desired external properties described above (i.e., high gloss, weather and scratch resistance). The core layer provides the flexibility and processability necessary to make a functional molded product. The polypropylene resins utilized have a minimum melt flow rate (MFR) of 30. This is desirable for the injection molding operations.
One commonality among the above references is the exclusive use of one or more injection molding process. However, injection molding processes are not always the most desirable processing method in the art. Other methods of processing polypropylene resins are known and desirable in the art. These include extrusion processes.
It is known in the art that polypropylene resins can be used to make finished products via extrusion processes. Extrusion processes have certain advantages over molding operations. In particular, extrusion manufacturing is generally less expensive than molding processes. Therefore, side molding parts made via extrusion will have a competitive advantage over similar molded parts.
It is also known in the art that an injection-molding grade polypropylene can not be used for extrusion process. In the context of producing exterior body side moldings, the processing window of the resin material is too narrow. The finished product will not have the desired physical properties mentioned above.
Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a PVC replacement material suitable for manufacturing automotive exterior parts. Preferably, the exterior part is a body side molding.
It is another object of the present invention to provide polypropylene-based resin compositions suitable for use in making these automotive exterior parts.
It is a further object of the present invention to provide polypropylene-based resin compositions suitable for use in extrusion processes.
It is also an objective of the present invention to provide an automotive exterior part comprising two distinct layers.
In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, an automotive exterior part comprising two distinct layers is provided. The outer or skin layer comprising a polypropylene material which exhibits a high gloss, stain and weather resistant finish. The skin layer optionally comprising coloring pigments and/or other additives such as UV or other stabilizers as are known in the art. The inner or core layer of the instant invention comprises a polypropylene resin composition. The resin material comprises an impact modifier and other filler material. The combination of skin and core layer provides a material having good processability when used in extrusion operations.
In accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, polypropylene-based resin materials are co- or bi-extruded into a material having a skin and core layer. The skin layer comprises a polypropylene resin. Examples of these include crystalline and non-crystalline polypropylene homo- and co-polymers. The skin layer may also include one or more inorganic coloring pigments. These pigments impart a desired appearance to the finished product.
The core layer of the instant invention includes a polypropylene component. This may also be homo- or co-polymer. The polypropylene component is preferably selected from products having a melt flow rate (MFR) equal to or less than 2.0 g/10 min at 230° C. The core layer also includes an impact modifier. Preferably, the impact modifier is an ethylene-α-olefin copolymer such as ethylene-propylene copolymers, ethylene-butene copolymers, and the like. The impact modifier is present in an amount of about 25-30 weight percent (wt. %). The core layer additionally comprises an inorganic filler. Talc is preferred. The inorganic filler is present in an amount of about 10 wt %. The combination of components in the core layer provides a composition having a die swell ratio of about 1.0-1.25.
As stated above, the instant compositions are processed in co- or bi-extrusion processes. The extruded products of the present invention are suitable for use in automotive exterior parts, preferably, as body side moldings.
The present invention provides a process and composition for the manufacture of thermoplastic articles in an extrusion process. The extruded articles comprise two layers or components, a core layer and a skin layer. When these articles are manufactured into automotive body side moldings, the skin layer is the visible exterior layer. The core layer is the layer that imparts flexibility and adhesion to the automobile.
Desirable properties in the skin layer include high gloss, metallic luster, weather proofing, and scratch resistance. Suitable products for the skin layer include polypropylene homopolymers, random copolymers, block copolymers, and mixtures thereof. Higher crystallinity products are preferred. Examples of suitable skin layer compositions are disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,800,912 to Ogiso et al. which is hereby incorporated by reference.
The core layer of the instant invention comprises a polypropylene component. Suitable products for the core layer include polypropylene homopolymers, random copolymers, block copolymers, and mixtures thereof. The core layer polypropylene products are selected from products having low melt flow rates (usually lower than 5 MFR). These are products that exhibit better behavior in extrusion processes. The polypropylene component preferably has a melt flow rate (MFR) equal to or less than 2.0 g/10 min at 230° C. Product having an MFR of about 1.0-1.2 g/10 min at 230° C. are preferred.
The core layer also includes an impact modifier. This is typically a C2-C20 co-polymer. Preferably, the impact modifier is an ethylene-∝-olefin copolymer. Examples include, but are not limited to, ethylene-propylene copolymers, ethylene-butene copolymers, and the like. The impact modifier is present in an amount of about 25-30 wt %.
The core layer also comprises inorganic filler. The inorganic filler is preferably selected from the group including glass fiber, talc, mica, calcium carbonate, wollastonite, clay, barium sulfate, whisker, calcium carbonate whisker, and silica. Talc is a preferred filler. The inorganic filler is present in an amount of about 10 to 15 percent by weight, with about 10% being preferred.
In the instant invention, the physical properties of the core layer are critical to the performance of the finished product. Applicants believe that the processability of the finished product is related to the die swell ratio of the core layer material. That is, the ratio of die swell (DS) at 190° C. and at 230° C. (as used herein, the DSR). The die swell measurements are performed in accordance with ASTM D-1238 with reference to Crown Zellerbach Test Method for Die Swell and Cone Die Melt Flow, October 1983. The DSR is determined using the following equation:
The DSR of the core layer should be in the range of about 1.0-1.25. If the DSR is outside the set range on the high end, the product will sag coming out of the die head before it is cooled. Sagging renders the finished product unacceptable. At DSR below about 1.0, the material may process acceptably, but will not meet the physical property requirements. Applicants have also discovered that the content of impact modifier is critical to the physical properties of the finished product. If the content is outside the range of about 25-30 weight percent (wt. %), the physical properties of the finished product become unacceptable. If the content is below about 25 wt. %, the final product does not have sufficient impact resistance for use in body side molding applications, and will exhibit stress whitening upon bending. If the content is above about 30 wt %, the product will be too flexible and too soft.
Additionally, the content of inorganic filler is critical to the physical properties of the finished product. The amount of filler is dependent on the properties of the starting polypropylene product. For the polypropylene products having a melt flow rate of 2.0 or less, the inorganic filler is present in an amount of about 10 to 15 wt %. If the level is below about 10 wt %, the final product will not be stiff enough. If the level is above about 15 wt %, the product will be too stiff. It is believed the two parameters, impact modifier and filler, work in concert to impart the desired physical properties in the finished product. It is preferred that the filler is present in an amount of about 10-11 weight percent.
The instant compositions are processed in a co-extrusion or bi-extrusion process. In a co-extrusion process, the skin layer is simultaneously coated on top of the core material as it is extruded. In a bi-extrusion process, the core is extruded first and subsequently, the skin layer is progressively coated around the core. These processes are known in the art. The extruded products of the present invention are suitable for use in automotive exterior parts, and preferably, for use as body side moldings.
The invention is illustrated by, but not limited to the examples that follow. In the extrusion process and to make the surface glossy, a tape, such as a PET tape, is attached on top of the skin layer. The extruded product is passed through a water trough of about 20 feet. The tape is peeled off at the end of the water trough right before being cut. The extruded side moldings are transferred to post processing lines where the parts are trimmed or shaped to the final configuration. Trimming and shaping is achieved with sharp knives at elevated temperatures. A foam tape, that bonds the molding to the vehicle, is attached to the back of the side molding. Sagging is judged by observing the extrudate from the die to the cutter, which is as the extrudate passes through the water bath or trough (about 20 feet).
The characteristics of the materials employed in this study are given in Table I.
Polypropylene-A is a impact of propylene with about 5-6 weight percent ethylene. Polypropylene-B is similar to Polypropylene-A except for the melt flow rate. Polypropylene-C is a polypropylene homopolymer. All three products were obtained from Aristech Chemical Corporation. Impact modifiers 1 and 2 (IMF-1 and IMF-2) are Engage® products (8200 and 8150) available from Dow-DuPont. Impact modifier 3 (IMF-3) is available from Union Carbide Corporation (DFDB 1085).
For these experiments, talc (10 μm) from Zemex was utilized. For the UV stabilizers, Tinuvin 770 and Chimassorb 944 from Ciba Specialty Chemical, were utilized. The various compounds were prepared utilizing a Werner-Pfleiderer ZSK-30 co-rotating twin screw extruder (LID=44). The polypropylene products were pre-blended prior to the extruder. The inorganic filler (talc) was added in the extruder. The method of addition was chosen because of the capabilities of the equipment. Other methods of addition that allow for proper mixing of the components may be utilized.
Table II below gives the formulations and the properties of several comparative materials tested. As can be seen from Table II, the inorganic filler content was below the range of the instant invention. The amount of impact modifier was varied. All three comparative samples exhibited sagging after extrusion. Comparative example 2 also exhibited whitening. As can be seen from Table II, the materials were not acceptable for body side molding applications employing an extrusion process.
Based on the results of Comparative Example 1-3, three compounds were formulated as given in Table III. In addition to tensile strength and flexural modulus, and MFR were targeted. The impact modifier (IWF) level was kept constant at 27 wt % while the type of polypropylene copolymer and the level of inorganic filler were varied.
As can be seen from Table III, the materials are still not acceptable. The inorganic filler content is below the accepted range of the instant invention. All compositions exhibited sagging. However, none exhibited whitening.
Based on the results of comparative examples 4-6, three compounds were formulated as given in Table IV. The filler level was increased to 15 weight %. To increase melt strength, impact modifiers having lower MFR were employed.
As can be seen, the sagging problem was resolved. However, the compositions still failed due to whitening. It should be noted the impact modifier concentrations were constant at 20 weight percent.
Applicants concluded the impact modifier should be in the range of about 25-30 wt %. Since the stress concentration, that initiates crazes with an applied force, would be relieved via thermal energy at an elevated temperature, the initiation of crazing during the post-molding process was not expected. The combination of base polypropylene, impact modifier and filler affects the overall properties of the composition. All three factors interact together to provide a composition exhibiting acceptable physical and mechanical properties.
The formulations shown above are acceptable. As can be seen, the material gave the required properties. For this application, the surface of the skin layer was also acceptable in being sufficiently smooth without blemishes.
To better define the characteristics of the compositions of the instant invention, die swell of the compounds were determined at two different temperatures as given in Table VI. A die swell ratio (DSR) was also determined. Applicants determined that the materials having a DSR of about 1.0-1.2 do not sag during extrusion and do not stress-whiten upon folding. Thus these materials are acceptable for extrusion applications to make body side molding parts
For this example, Tinuvin 770 is utilized as the UV stabilizer 1 and Chimassorb 944 as the UV stabilizer 2. These UV stabilizers were added to both the skin and core layers as shown
This formulation produced acceptable products without sagging or stress whitening. The melt flow rates were kept low for both the starting polypropylene materials and the compositions. Shrinkage is also within acceptable levels. Additionally, two color concentrates were applied to the skin layer. When the PET tape was peeled of at the end of the water trough (20 feet), the product exhibited acceptable surface smoothness and color. It was determined that in the extrusion process, an acceptable product must exhibit several properties to be commercially viable. The product must process well. This means that sagging during extrusion should not occur. Additionally, the skin layer tape should adhere sufficiently to go through the extrusion and cooling, whether air cooling or water bath. However, the tape should be easily removed prior to cutting and forming of the extrudate. This represents a requirement of unique balance between the tape and the polypropylene formulation of the skin layer. Stress whitening is also an issue during processing. All of these processing conditions are on top of the required physical properties of the final product.
Some general observations of the data lead to these conclusions. When the MFR or the composition is greater than 1.2, the extrudate of the material sags during extrusion. When die swell at 190° C. is less than 3.3, die swell at 230° C. is less than 4.0, and their ratio is less than 1.25, good profiles were produced without any difficulties. When the impact modifier is present in amounts greater than 20%, the parts were not stress-whitened.
While certain representative embodiments and details have been shown for the purpose of illustrating the subject invention, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications can be made therein without departing from the scope of the subject invention.


Lighting the Darkness
Apostles of Beauty
Lighting the Darkness
Cover: Golden Ghosts by Grayson Perry. Image courtesy: Victoria Miro Gallery
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Photograph courtesy: Solaraid
Using the power of the sun to alleviate poverty in Kenya.
Just a few hours out of Nairobi, down a deeply-rutted red dirt track that passes for a main road in the Kitui district of Kenya, the electricity grid - a couple of droopy wires on haphazardly tilted poles - comes to an end. We drive for another hour, take a turning onto what looks like the bed of a dry river, and after a further ten minutes of bumping and heaving arrive at Syomunyu Girls School. Deep in the bush, 35 kilometres from the nearest town, an improbable scene greets us. Two hundred girls in neat uniforms with freshly-pressed white blouses line the benches in a whitewashed school hall. With them, in multicoloured Sunday best, sit dozens of people from the local community. On a platform, the school's principal sits with a row of teachers and local dignitaries. We are here for the official opening of the school's solar electric panels, recently installed by the charity SolarAid. I had been expecting a small group photo, but I was about to get a full-blown African festival.
The local Member of Parliament, Charles Nyamai, opened proceedings. He cannot extend the electricity grid, he explains. To do so would cost a million and a half shillings per kilometre. His entire regional budget would be used up in just a few kilometres. Yet the people should have electricity, he says. Without it, there can be no reading at night, and education – the bedrock of poverty alleviation – will remain in its
current impaired state. The dispensary cannot have chilled medicines: a snakebite victim, as things stand, would be dead before they could reach
town. However, with the solar panels, and the batteries they come supplied with, these problems are now in the past.
Kenyan audiences believe in participation. In unison they emit an
enthusiastic "Yes!" when they agree with a statement, a disappointed "Ah!" when a fact daunts them. The "yes" I hear now sounds heartfelt. This is the beginning of something better, Nyamai continues. ‘A-grades’ have been few, but now – he pauses for emphasis – "I promise
there will be many more." The parents murmur "yes" again. The girls, understandably, laugh rather nervously. One of them is summoned to recite a poem. In perfect English, without script, she weaves a picture of her dream: to read about the world. She hasn't been able to. Now she can. Her dream has come true.
She is joined on the stage by a choir of thirty. They sing breathtaking harmonies in Swahili. John Keane, SolarAid's Swahili speaking field director, tells me they sing of thanks for the lighting of the darkness. Later, the principal explains to me that girls have been using the solar lights to read in shifts: some staying up until midnight, some waking hours before dawn.
Kerosene lanterns are too expensive for mass use, quite apart from the dangers of fume and fire. As for candles, a boarding school like this one burned to the ground recently as a girl seeking her dream of education fell asleep before putting her candle out. Sadly, eleven girls died.
After the speeches and the dancing, we mill around. I shake innumerable hands as SolarAid's Kenyan volunteers show a crowd of parents the solar lighting devices we provide for selected entrepreneurs to sell in their local communities. Solar is not just about lights for schools, medical practices and community centres, the volunteers say, it is about being able to see at home without the penalties of kerosene, if kerosene is even available. It is about people - with a little help and training from SolarAid - being able to make a fair and honest profit with which to alleviate poverty. As we find everywhere in Africa, the message is the easiest sell in the world: use the sun to lift yourselves out of poverty – hence the African brand name SolarAid uses: Sunny Money.
We jump in the land cruiser and rattle off to a nearby school, the second to have solar energy fitted in this district. Here the festival repeats itself with the three hundred pupils from a primary school. The headmaster cleverly turns the event into a prize-giving for his best-performing pupils, with solar lighting devices as the awards. The pupil who scored highest steps forward to claim a solar powered desk lamp. His father, unable to restrain himself, leaps forward from the crowd to join the boy. He has tears in his eyes.


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ORGAN DONATIONThe next best thing to creation of life
What is organ donation?• Donation of biological tissue or an organ of the human body, from a living or dead person to a living recipient in need of a transplantation. These tissues or organs are removed in a surgical procedure following a determination, based on the donors medical and social history, of which are suitable for transplantation.• All major religions accept organ donation in at least some form on either utilitarian grounds (i.e., because of its life-saving capabilities) or deontological grounds (e.g., the right of an individual believer to make his or her own decision).
What Experts Say "Transplantation of human cells, tissues or organs saves many lives and restores essential functions where no alternatives of comparable effectiveness exist.In 50 years, transplantation has become a successful worldwidepractice. However, there are large differences between countries inthe level of safety, quality, efficacy of donation and transplantationof human cells, tissues and organs. The ethical aspects oftransplantation are at the forefront. In particular, the unmet patients’needs and the shortage of transplants lead to the temptation oftrafficking in human body components for transplantation."
Some eye-opening facts• Over 10 lakh persons in India suffer from end-stage organ disease and need donated organs to survive• Each day 250 precious lives are lost due to absence of donors• One organ donor can save up to eight lives. The same donor can also save or improve the lives of up to 50 people by donating tissues and eyes. "If we are prepared to receive a transplant should we need one, then we should be ready to give."
..and eye-opening reality!• Lack of awareness even among educated people• Misconceptions and myths• Exploitation by organ rackets and middlemen• Several thousand individuals dangling dangerously between life and death• Red tape• Lack of organized activity to improve the situation
Alarming Facts About Kidney Disease• Approximately 7.85 million Indians suffer from chronic kidney failure.• The incidence kidney failure (or chronic Kidney disease) has doubled the last 15 years.• It is estimated that currently there are over 1 million people worldwide who are alive on dialysis or with a functioning graft.• Asians more prone due to the high occurrence of diabetes and hypertension.• Almost 66% kidney failure occurs due to hypertension or diabetes.• In India 90% patients who suffer from kidney disease are not able to afford the cost of treatment.• The crisis of kidney shortage is a global phenomenon and it is worst in Asian countries. There were over 75,000 patients waiting for a transplant in the United States at the end of 2007.
Types of Kidney DonationThere are three types of kidney donors (accepted by law of theland):• Live related (1st degree relatives): Between parents and children, siblings and spouse• Live unrelated: An altruistic donor, for whom permission has to be obtained from the authorisation committee, Government of Kerala• Kidney from the brain dead patients (Cadaver Kidney transplantation)
Living Donors• Living donation does not always happen because of the spirit of giving• Mostly forced by circumstances for money• Exploitation by Middle-men/rackets• Benefits do not reach paid donors• Women often forced to donate kidney for close family• Kidnapping, murder, removal of organs without the donor being aware• Deterioration of health of donors who already live in poor conditions• Red tape faced by willing donors which kills the enthusiasm• Lack of transparency or awareness
Deceased Donor (Cadaveric) Donation• Cadaver transplant is a time-tested method where vital organs can be retrieved from a brain-dead person to save several lives. Because of lack of awareness, social/religious beliefs and absence of proactive approach by governments in India, Cadaver Transplants have not picked up pace.•• It saves precious lives• Makes absolutely no health impact on the donor• It can eliminate illegal organ trade• When aware, several people are willing to donate cadaveric organs• India lags far behind the world average in such transplantation
Cadaveric Donation in IndiaFrom 1995 to 2001 there have been a recorded 426 cadaver transplantsin India including kidney (377), heart (34), liver (12), pancreas (2), lungs(1). This averages to just over 50 cadaver organ transplants a year.
Organ Donation: Myth Vs. RealityMyth: Doctors will not try to save my life if they know I want to be a donor.Fact: The medical staff trying to save lives is completely separate from thetransplant team. Donation takes place only after all efforts to save your life havebeen exhausted and death has been declared.Myth: People can recover from brain death.Fact: People can recover from comas, but not brain death. Coma and brain deathare not the same.Myth: Minorities should refuse to donate because organ distribution discriminatesby race.Fact: Organs are matched by factors, including blood and tissue typing, which canvary by race. Patients are more likely to find matches among donors of their samerace or ethnicity.
Organ Donation: Myth Vs. Reality(contd.)Myth: The rich on the waiting list for organs get preferential treatment.Fact: Organs are matched by blood and tissue typing, organ size, medical urgency,waiting time and geographic location.Myth: I am too old to donate organs and tissues.Fact: People of all ages may be organ and tissue donors. Physical condition, notage, is most important. Physicians will decide whether your organs and tissues canbe transplanted at the time of death.Myth: Donation will disfigure my body.Fact: A surgical procedure is used to recover donated organs and tissue. The body isalways treated with great care and respect. Donation does not delay or changefuneral arrangements. An open casket funeral is possible.
Organ Donation: Myth Vs. Reality(contd.)Myth: Doctor can go wrong in pronouncing a brain death.Fact: Two different doctors not involved with the patient’s treatment (from a panelof doctors as recommended by the Government and from a different hospital) carryout a series of tests to confirm that a patient is “Brain stem dead”. The standardsare very strict and are accepted medically, legally and ethically all over the world.Myth: Organ donation may cause pain and inconvenience to my family.Fact: Organ donation is a lasting consolation. It is often comforting to the family thateven though their loved one has died, one or more persons can live on throughtheir gift of life.Myth: Organ donation may not be approved by my religion.Fact: All major religious including Hinduism, Protestant, and Roman Catholic, Islam,Buddhism and others fully support organ and tissue donation.
Is there a "right age" for OrganDonation? Organ Age Corneas 0-100 yrs Heart Valves 0-60 yrs Trachea 15-60 yrs Skin 16-85 yrs Kidneys 0-70 yrs Heart 0-60 yrs Lungs 0-60 yrs Liver 0-70 yrs
Cadaveric Organ Donation: The Steps Brain Death pronounced after evaluation, testing and documentation Consent from Family Information to Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) Consent from coroner/legal authorities Organ donor is maintained on ventilator, stabilized with fluids, medications and undergoes numerous laboratory tests Recipient(s) identified as per waiting list/medical urgency, and matching Surgical team mobilizedIf multiple organ recovery, organs are preserved through special solutions/cold packing. Donor’s body surgically closed and released Donors body handed over to family for funeral
Pre-requisites of Cadaveric DonationThe success of the cadaver program depends on various factors:• Consent by relatives for organ donation in the event of brain death• Successful Brain Death identification and certification• Adequate hospital infra-structural and support logistics (adequate Intensive care facilities and fully qualified and trained medical and para-medical staff and motivated medical or social workers who could be trained to speak to the relatives in brain death situations)• Successful retrieval and transplantation of organs and auditing long term graft outcomes.• Positive attitude of public towards organ donation
Transplantation of Human Organs Act 1995 (THOA1995)The aim of the Transplantation of Human Organs Act is “to provide for theregulation of removal, storage and transplantation of human organs fortherapeutic purposes and for the prevention of commercial dealings in humanorgans”.Essence of the legislation:• To accept brain death as also a definition of death• To stop commercial dealing in organs• To define the first relative (father, mother, brother, sister, son, daughter and wife) who could donate organs without permission from the government. In event of the donor not being a first relative an approval had to be obtained by a government appointed authorization committee in each state of the country
The Tamil Nadu Cadaver DonationModel• A best practice example for India and S. Asia.• Chennai has done the maximum number of cadaver transplants in the country.• In the last 2 years, deceased organ donation reached 1.3 per million population in Tamil Nadu, thereby effectively eliminating commercial transplantation.• A central transplant coordinator appointed by the government oversees legitimate and transparent allocation of deceased organs both in the public and private facilities as per the transplant waiting list.• Guidelines ensure that the process is legal. Priority list exist for hospitals as well as a common list of the State government; Rules exist to guide the allocation of harvested organs.
The Tamil Nadu Cadaver Donation Model (contd.)• The model takes care of the poor by conducting donation & transplantation through government-run public facilities free of cost.• The only State in India where Government hospitals do kidney, liver and heart transplantation free of cost and immunosuppressant medication – a costly burden for transplant recipients – provided free for life.• Every medical set-up with an ICU that can support brain dead patients medically, is authorized to retrieve solid organs. A government doctor qualified to do post-mortem will go to the hospital where the brain dead patient is admitted.• Clearing the road for any ambulance or private vehicle carrying the deceased donor or retrieved organs. (Real life incident in TN inspired the creation of the popular Malayalam movie "Traffic")
Where does Kerala stand?• Government Order and detailed guidelines on the following exist: – Duties & Responsibilities of Transplant Centres in Hospitals – Procedure of Declaration of Brain Death – Criteria for non-transplant centres to retrieve organs from brain dead persons – Procedure to be adopted by the Government and Private Hospitals approved for Organ Transplantation• The order makes it mandatory for five government medical colleges in the State, district and general hospitals and private hospitals registered for organ transplantation, to follow the procedures therein.• A Core Committee has been set up for Cadaver Transplantation under the supervision of the Director of Medical Education and a Cadaver Transplant Advisory Committee headed by the Health Secretary.
Where does Kerala stand?• Pitfalls in existing formats; streamlining required• Hospital problem - efforts to identify & maintain brain dead donor• Community problem - lack of awareness of brain-death concept• Government problem - no funding• No measures for encouraging deceased donor transplantation• No appropriate machinery for implementing and monitoring the scheme of organ donation and transplantation
A Better TomorrowNo other field of medicine has raised so many ethical, moral, legal andsocial issues as has organ transplantation.We are confident that together we can build basic awareness to make oursociety open to organ donation; make people empathize with a fellowhuman being in suffering, and remove myths and misinformation onorgan donation. "It is when we give of ourselves that we truly give" - Kahlil Gibran

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Song: "Siren" by Kat Krazy (x) Anime: Munto (TV) Time taken: Roughly 10-12 hours with a lot of procrastination
Howdy everyone! :'D I've had such a frustrating editor's block for the past couple of months that I decided I'd just pick a random song and anime combo, edit to it just to relieve some stress and there we go, at least it's almost 2 minutes long! I didn't really take this edit seriously, I just wanted to breathe out a little and well, I had fun making this (aside from the continuous lagging and crashing of Vegas yours truly). It was also more of a reason to try out filters, seen as I recently decided to download AvsPmod and try it out, and Munto is a 480p source.

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Man freed after eight years over false rape charges
A man jailed for life for defiling his 15-year-old daughter eight years ago has been set free, after it emerged he was set up by his wife.
Machakos Judge George Odunga ruled that Julius Wambua be released from Kamiti Maximum Prison on a Sh. 30,000 cash bail pending fresh trial or appeal by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
“The Proceedings, conviction, and sentence in Kithimani Principal Magistrate’s S.O.A Case No. 17 of 2011 and the subsequent decisions upholding the same are hereby quashed and/or set aside,’ he ruled.
During the ruling, the judge also urged couples not to use their children to settle scores.
Wambua was been convicted of defiling his daughter Dorcas Mwende, then aged 15.
It later emerged that Mwende had been coached by her mother to give false evidence to fix her husband with whom they had marital differences.
“Spouses and couples ought to remember that their children are not their properties. While they have legal parental obligations over them and in African set up the children have moral obligations to take care of their parents, parents have no right to treat their children as “scud missiles” or “patriots” against each other as a means of domestic warfare,” the Judge said.
Wambua’s plight captured media headlines when Citizen TV aired a story detailing her daughter’s confession in 2019. She claimed to have been coached by her mother to set up her father.
Consequently, Wambua, through his lawyer moved to the High Court in Machakos, and filed an application under a certificate of urgency. He petitioned court to overturn the judgment that had condemned him to life imprisonment.

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The World's First Anti-Perspirant Glove
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ATG®’s technology is being continuously developed by a core team that matches market research and marketing analysis with the latest technological developments. This forms the foundation upon which ATG® continually improve the customer experience through constant innovation.
One recurring demand arises in each and every conversation ATG® have, comfort. Today 97% of glove wearers claim that comfort is their number one priority when choosing gloves with the key challenge being sweaty hands. Why?
The skin, the largest organ of our body, is used to regulate temperature through perspiration (thermoregulation).
On average, our skin contains 155 sweat glands per cm²; however, our hands have 83% more sweat glands per cm² than the rest of our body. The back of our hands contains 200cm² sweat glands whilst on the palms of our hands there are 370cm². Combine this with a gloved hand and it explains why sweaty hands remains an age-old problem.
Time for change? ATG® think so.
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HOW IT WORKS?
Microencapsulation is the process of surrounding or enveloping one substance within another substance on a very small scale, yielding capsules ranging from less than one micron to several hundred microns in size. Magnified many times the microcapsule used to transport the AD-APT® technology looks like a golf ball with every dimple on the ball being a heat sensitive membrane. As the hand warms up, these membranes within the dimples are triggered allowing active cooling agents (essential oils) used within the AD-APT® technology to be released on your hands.
The active ingredients within our AD-APT® technology dissolve in the sweat or moisture on the hand surface.
The dissolved substance forms a gel, which creates a small temporary ‘plug’ near the top of the sweat gland, significantly reducing the amount of sweat secreted to the skin surface of the hand. Whilst the AD-APT® technology cools the hand and reduces sweating it does not impact on the natural ability of the body to control its temperature i.e. thermoregulation.

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Canadian banks have historically been characterized as paying consistent, moderate, and growing dividends with a steadily increasing share price backed by predictable strong earnings. The "Big 5" Canadian banks include Royal Bank of Canada (NYSE:RY), Toronto-Dominion Bank (NYSE:TD), The Bank of Nova Scotia (NYSE:BNS), Bank of Montreal (NYSE:BMO) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (NYSE:CM). The second or smaller-tier banks include companies such as National Bank of Canada (OTCPK:NTIOF), Canadian Western Bank (OTCPK:CBWBF) and Laurentian Bank of Canada (OTCPK:LRCDF). Globally, the Canadian banking industry is widely accepted to be one of the safest banking networks in the world, partly because of the industries oligopolistic structure, barriers to market entry and government backing.
Bank shareholders have recently witnessed a strong incline in share prices which has been driven by a couple of different factors related to the macro economy. The strengthening share prices have moved bank shares from income-generating investments to growth stories. Toronto-Dominion Bank, which is more commonly referred to as TD Bank, is bearing the fruits of their acquisitions in the U.S., while the Bank of Nova Scotia, or simply ScotiaBank, has been benefiting from over a decade of acquisitions in emerging markets primarily in Asia, Caribbean and South America. While each bank has its own story to tell and some banks are benefiting more than others there are marco factors which are allowing share prices to break through new highs.
Stubbornly Low Interest Rates Create A Fundamental Strong Platform
Low interest rates are having two effects on bank shares. First off, low interest mean that investors of all sizes simply do not want to hold cash. Low interest rates being paid on GIC's, and Savings Accounts are not keeping cash value above inflation rates. Even though inflation rates are significantly low, still fixed investments such as GICs in some cases are not paying more than 1%. Dividend yields in bank shares, although historically low, are still generating 3.4%-4% which is significantly higher than interest paid on saving accounts. Simply put cash is losing value and investors are looking to deploy capital.
Secondly, the historically low inflation rate is a clear indication that the thought of a serious economic crisis or challenge has evaporated, although this could change in the next years. The Central Bank of Canada, along with numerous other Central Banks, have not seen any firm justification to hike interest rates as the economy still has a lot of room for growth. Another fear is that heavily indebted Canadians would be placed in a difficult position should interest rates move higher. Further, higher interest rates have the ability to delay business spending in new capital while municipalities would also slow spending.
With the Bank of Canada avoiding an increase interest rates for possibly several more years, it is in my opinion that this is a solid indication to the market that we may be in a prolonged time with little economic growth and low inflation. It is without a doubt that the recent rally in income-generating bank shares is heavily related to the fact that central banks have avoided raising key interest rates due to slower economic recovery.
Strong Equity Markets Raise Assets Under Management
U.S. equity markets have rapidly been increasing since late 2012 leading into 2013, which assisted in a rise in Canadian equities in 2013 and 2014. To put this in perspective, the TSX Composite index is trading at an all time high which recently broke over 15,000. It has not traded in this current range since before the 2008 collapse. Although retail and business banking accounts for a large portion of banks profits, investors cannot deny that big upticks in the equity markets will directly bump revenues for the banking industries institutional and wealth management divisions. As the value of equities grows, the amount under wealth management also grows in line with the equities and allows the market to place new valuations on bank shares. As the market stays strong as we head into the latter part of 2014 and into early 2015, investors will be rewarded with stronger revenues in the capital market income, which will ultimately allow analyst to bump ratios for bank shares. This has already started to happen.
Credit Suisse Bumps Outlook for Bank Shares
According to Canadian sources, Credit Suisse analyst, Kevin Choquette, has raised his price targets on all major Canadian banks. Mr. Choquette rates Bank of Nova Scotia "outperform" with a target of at $84. He rates Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce "neutral, with a new target of $110 and National Bank of Canada "neutral," with a $50 target. Further, he views Royal Bank of Canada "outperform" with a $92 target and Toronto-Dominion Bank "neutral," with a $63 target. Mr. Choquette commented:
We expect superior shareholder returns for the banks to continue, based on steady gradual P/E multiple expansion, high dividend yields, high and sustainable profitability, high capital generation, solid earnings growth despite the low interest rate environment, and slow credit growth as well as significant positive earnings leverage to higher interest rates. We see reasonable earnings growth for the bank group in the 8-per-cent to 10-per-cent range. We believe net interest margins have stabilized.
Where do we go from here?
Based on the indications that I have outlined, in theory, shares in Canadian banks should remain strong and continue to see growth in the next years. The European Central Bank continues to cut interest rates and is presently planning a stimulus package to avoid slipping back into a recession. With the Europeans, Canadians and Americans bumping along, it is my personal opinion that rates will continue to remain low, which will encourage spending, which will benefit the banks, and thus their shareholders.
Further, alternative investments are non-exist. Since the financial recession of 2008 appetite for speculative investments have dried up and demand for solid blue chip stocks has risen. GICs, Saving Accounts, corporate and government bonds are not providing investors with any value. In fact, these investments are net loss year over year when factoring in inflation.
Analysts continue to upgrade the banking industry, dividends remain strong and as earnings continue to remain the same or increase there is no reason to pull out of Canadian banks. I remain strong and bullish on Canadian banks and intend to increase my position on any possible market pullback.
Disclosure: The author is long TD, BNS, CM, NTIOF.
The author wrote this article themselves, and it expresses their own opinions. The author is not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). The author has no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.
Editor's Note: This article discusses one or more securities that do not trade on a major U.S. exchange. Please be aware of the risks associated with these stocks.

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The Land Rover DC100 Sport Concept is an off-road concept vehicle intended to demonstrate a new future-forward aesthetic of the long-running Defender, with a design refresh planned for production in 2020. With a roofless design inspired by the old Defenders with removable canvas roofs, the Sport model is geared towards outdoor enthusiasts, and internally referred to as “leisure-oriented”, in conjunction with their utility (Defender), and luxury (Range Rover / Evoque) models.
Ombrae Studios was commissioned by Jaguar Land Rover' design team to implement a textural grip surface in Ombrae spanning the cabin floor mats and lining the cargo flatbed in the rear. The "tigerstripe" pattern motif carried through the leather seat uphosltry, and evokes a call to explore wild terrains while engaged in a variety of possible outdoor pursuits: from the beach to the mountains. Ombrae Studios provided design consultation, technical input, and built the rubber floor coverings in our Vancouver studio. The vehicle was introduced in Germany, at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2011.
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Paul Merson believes Chelsea manager Frank Lampard will be pulling off a great achievement if his side finish in the top four of the Premier League, but has highlighted some errors he’s made this season.
The Blues legend took charge as manager in the summer amid a transfer ban at the time and he’s heavily promoted youth from within, which is a real credit to the academy at Stamford Bridge.
His team sit fourth in the league table as it stands and will pull clear if they manage to beat Manchester United and Tottenham in their next two league fixtures, but defeats will leave them right up against it.
Pundit Merson is overall a big fan of Lampard’s impact following his return to Chelsea, but feels the inexperienced boss has made a few tactical errors at times this season.
Merson has claimed the front-foot approach has been a little extreme at times and has cost a few results.
“I’m going to be there to see them take on Manchester United – and if they win that one and then beat Tottenham they will finish in the top four,” Merson wrote in the Daily Star.
“That would be a huge achievement for Frank Lampard in his first season, after selling a world class player in Eden Hazard and not replacing him, and playing with a young team.
“He’s made some mistakes. He’s chased too many games when he hasn’t needed to and ended up throwing points away, and they have struggled at home a bit.
“That will come with experience. But at least you can see a plan. They have gone with younger players and they are building something.”
Lampard isn’t the finished article yet as a manger, but you’ll find it very hard to find a supporter who doesn’t love the club’s ex-midfielder and he will be given plenty of time to achieve success.
It’s worth noting he’s only taking charge of his second year in management, after guiding Derby County to the play-offs in the Championship last year during his first campaign in charge at senior level.
There is certainly a structure coming to place under him and the summer arrival of Hakim Ziyech from Ajax indicates the attacking style of player Lampard wants to enforce.
Meanwhile, Merson raises a fair point that the home form needs to improve and it’s something they have the chance to put right in their next two fixtures.


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Welcome to the 137th episode of The Wealth Standard Radio. Join us as we discuss six different emotional needs that we all face at some point in our lives, and how those needs might influence our financial decisions, for better or for worse. Find out how to effectively manage your emotional needs so they work for you, not against you.
Some of our most important financial needs include both the need for certainty, and the need for uncertainty. This can drastically influence what investment and savings options we choose for ourselves. Learn how you can meet your need for uncertainty without jeopardizing your money’s safety by looking for opportunities for growth and utilizing mentors.
Patrick also talks about the importance of recognizing some of our other emotional needs, and how we are going to have to deal with them, whether we are honest with ourselves or not. Discovering our emotional principles can help us acknowledge our need for significance and maintain our relationships and connections, inside and outside of business. Perhaps most important of all, Patrick talks about our need to contribute and to give back to our environment in a positive way.

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Dominion Voting Systems and Fox News have reached a settlement in the companies’ two-year-long defamation dispute. The agreement was announced by the case’s presiding judge in court on Tuesday afternoon, according to multiple reports—coming just hours after jury selection was completed. The decision by both parties to settle moves what could’ve been a landmark case for media and misinformation out of the courtroom, and thus out of the public eye.
The settlement grants Dominion a $787.6 million payout, less than half of the $1.6 billion in damages the company had initially demanded, according to the New York Times.
“We are pleased to have reached a settlement of our dispute with Dominion Voting Systems. We acknowledge the court’s rulings finding certain claims about Dominion to be false. This settlement reflects Fox’s continued commitment to the highest journalistic standards. We are hopeful that our decision to resolve this dispute with Dominion amicably, instead of the acrimony of a divisive trial, allows the country to move forward from these issues,” Fox News said in a statement to the Times and Reuters. Dominion’s CEO, John Poulos, reportedly called the settlement “historic.”
Dominion, which supplied voting machines and software to dozens of states during the 2020 U.S. election, first sued Fox News in 2021. In that 443-page complaint, the voting tech company alleged that the media outlet knowingly broadcast multiple debunked conspiracy theories and other disinformation about its machines, which amounted to defamation and libel.
And for a time, it seemed like the case might go to trial—potentially compelling Fox News bigwigs like Rupert Murdoch to testify about their network’s conduct. Just a few weeks ago, Delaware Superior Court Judge Eric Davis ruled that resolving the case would require a jury because Dominion hadn’t clearly proved libelous intent. Simultaneously Judge Davis squashed Fox’s attempts to weasel out of the suit entirely. In a pre-trial hearing earlier this month, Davis said Fox wouldn’t be able to defend itself under the umbrella of “newsworthiness.”
But just yesterday, the trial was delayed for settlement talks. And now, we’re here. There will be no trial. There will be no public testimony. Dominion’s complaint has been sated with dollar bills. Though, Fox News hasn’t yet escaped all legal scrutiny for its 2020 election coverage and promotion of “stop the steal” conspiracies. Smartmatic, another voting machine maker, still has an outstanding lawsuit against Fox. That pending case could be even bigger, as Smartmatic is seeking $2.7 billion in damages.
This article is part of a developing story. Our writers and editors will be updating this page as new information is released. Please check back again in a few minutes to see the latest updates. Meanwhile, if you want more news coverage, check out our tech, science, or io9 front pages. And you can always see the most recent Gizmodo news stories at gizmodo.com/latest.

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Every house uses a range of bed sheets based on their requirements. While there will be some plain ones for daily usage, there will be some for special occasions and festivals. Normally, the premium quality and embroidered bed sheets are preferred when guests are visiting during festivals. On the other hand, cotton bed sheets are preferred for daily usage and normal days. This is because they are easy to use and comfortable to sleep on, making them a preferred choice for usage at home. Another reason, they are popular are the huge variety in size, colours and designs that one can choose from in cotton bed sheets.
Cotton bed sheets have many advantages, due to which they are preferred in almost every season. Being easy to wash and clean, they require very low maintenance. Another reason they are preferred is that there are many cotton double bed sheets online shopping offers available, due to which one can get them at a very good price. One just needs to ensure that he/she must avoid the below mentioned mistakes while buying cotton bed sheets.
1) Not comparing prices before purchase
Since cotton bed sheets are available in many variations, their prices differ as per their quality, design and the fabric combination. The prices also rely on the fact whether it is 100% cotton or has some polyester mixed in it. Similarly the source of the cotton also plays a role on its pricing. One should be aware of all these factors when buying a cotton bed sheet so that one can be sure of paying the right price for it.
2) Select original bed sheets
Once a particular brand or design of bed sheet becomes popular, many duplicates and copies of it start coming up in the market. These are very similar looking to the original, so one tends to buy them without being aware that they are a fake. One should therefore check the material and label carefully if one can before buying the bed sheets. Fake and duplicate bed sheets lose their form and colour quickly, due to which they don't last as long as original ones. To avoid buying duplicate bed sheets, one should buy bed sheets only from reputed outlets and online stores.
3) Buy the right size
When it comes to selecting a bed sheet, buying the wrong size is a common mistake that most people do. It may either be too big or too small to fit their bed rendering it unusable. One should carefully note the size of all the bed’s one has to avoid making this mistake and ensuring that the bed sheets fit the beds properly.
4) Check the washing instructions properly.
Different fabrics have different washing instructions, so it is very important to pay attention to the washing instructions written on the bed sheets. Since some bed sheets may be suitable only for hand wash while some may be made especially for machine wash only. In cases the label instructions are not clear or not followed properly one may end up damaging the bed sheet. In certain cases the colours may also fade away due to not washing them as specified in the labels.
5) Not buying complete sets
The look and feel of a room comes, when everything in a room is matched with each other and complements each other. The same goes for double bed sheets which should always be paired with matching pillow cases. Therefore, one should ensure that when one checks for cotton double bed sheets online shopping offers, the offer should be for a complete set, including pillow covers and not just for single bed sheets.


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Salzburg, the enchanting Austrian city nestled in the Alps, is a destination that weaves together history, culture, and stunning natural landscapes. It’s renowned as the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the backdrop for “The Sound of Music.” In this article, we’ll explore what makes Salzburg a captivating destination for travelers, highlighting its rich heritage, cultural gems, and picturesque scenery. Salzburg is a city that seamlessly blends cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and a rich musical tradition. Whether you’re an aficionado of classical music, a history enthusiast, or a lover of natural beauty, Salzburg has something to offer. Its charming old town, musical legacy, and alpine surroundings create an experience that is both enriching and delightful, making Salzburg an unforgettable destination in the heart of Europe.
A Musical Legacy
Salzburg is Mozart’s hometown, and his legacy is celebrated throughout the city. Visitors can explore the composer’s birthplace, now a museum, and attend performances at the Mozarteum or during the annual Salzburg Festival, a world-renowned classical music event.
Old Town Charm
The historic heart of Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts charming cobblestone streets, elegant Baroque architecture, and lively squares. Mirabell Palace and Gardens, with its grand fountains and floral displays, is a must-visit attraction.
The Sound of Music Tours
For fans of The Sound of Music, Salzburg offers guided tours that take you to iconic filming locations, such as the Mirabell Gardens and the Nonnberg Abbey, where the real-life von Trapp family once lived.
Dominating the skyline is Festung Hohensalzburg, one of the largest preserved castles in Europe. A visit to this imposing fortress not only offers a glimpse into history but also stunning panoramic views of the city and the Alps.
Salzburg’s location in the Austrian Alps is a gateway to breathtaking natural beauty. The city is surrounded by alpine lakes and verdant landscapes, perfect for hiking, skiing, and outdoor adventures.
Salzburg’s culinary scene showcases traditional Austrian dishes. Try hearty classics like schnitzel, strudel, and the famous Salzburger Nockerl, which is a delightful and iconic dessert from the city. Resembling three fluffy peaks, it’s a sweet and airy soufflé made from egg whites, sugar, and a touch of vanilla. The Nockerl is baked to a golden perfection, often served with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of fruit sauce, such as raspberry or apricot. The dessert is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, as its name translates to “Salzburg dumplings,” paying homage to the city’s iconic landscape of mountains.

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I returned back to California yesterday from Panama, and I can't stop thinking about Hotel Villa Romana. One word: Perfection. We knew from the photos that it was a beautiful villa, but we had no idea it would be this good. We stayed at the Villa with a large group occupying many of Romana's rooms.
Each and every room was clean, beautifully designed, unique, and private-most with ocean views and hammocks. The beds were incredibly comfortable, the rooms smelled amazing, and every time we returned to the room, the gorgeous tile floors were shinny and clean (lovely to not walk in sand when you enter your room). Oh, and the bathrooms! Beautiful bathrooms, some with views and plenty of space. I suggest you stay in the upstairs Garden suite.
Every morning we strolled to the main building where breakfast was cooking and fruit, coffee and fresh bread awaited us In the dinning area overlooking the ocean and crashing waves. The kitchen staff (very friendly) took our orders and we enjoyed eggs and fresh tortillas... Drinks were made on request and I had a difficult time deciding between the variety of fresh fruit juices. Heaven! Did I mention the coffee?? Mmmmm
I felt like I was at home. Especially at the pool. But the highlight of Villa Romana, was actually the manager, Algis. He is the friendliest, funniest and hardest working man I've ever met while traveling. What an amazing person. From his stories, to his charm and helpfulness, Algis made sure our stay was comfortable, unique and memorable.
This Villa is located in a perfect, private and beautiful place. Large enough to meet every need, but intimate enough to enjoy privacy and quiet beauty. The price is more than reasonable, and I can not wait to go back.
Although I hope this gem stays somewhat a secret, I feel inclined to share out unforgettable experience and to support this beautiful destination.
Thank you for everything!
Stephanie Armstrong in Santa Cruz, California USA
- Official Description (provided by the hotel):
- Villa Romana is an oceanfront hotel in Puerto Escondido (Pedasi), Panama. It features 21 ocean view suites with air-conditioning, Satellite TV and minibar. The 180 degree ocean view from the main terrace is spectacular. ... more less
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Calpipe Security Bollard’s 1200P retractable bollard blends aesthetics with the highest level of perimeter security. The 1200A bollard system is powered by a pneumatic compressor which is fast, efficient, and earth-friendly. All components are cycle-tested and the system requires little maintenance.
The 1200A PAS68 -DOS rated bollard system reacts quickly. Variable speed settings can quickly lift the bollards in seconds in an emergency. Furthermore, the system works with a variety of access controls. The control panel is programmable to relay multiple series of commands such as: “Panic Up” or “Panic Down.”
The system operates smoothly even in extreme temperatures. We offer optional heating strips for temperatures less than -40 F.
Engineered wiper seals reduce the amount of water and grime that enters the bollard’s recess.
If needed, we also support a hydraulic lift for this bollard system.
Choose from a myriad of powder coat colours which comes standard for all carbon steel bollards. We also offer stainless steel bollard covers for different architectural finishes.
Combine PAS68 automatic retractable bollards with PAS68 embedded bollards for a more economical perimeter defence that doesn’t sacrifice protection. Consider deploying PAS68 manual assisted lift bollards as well if you need access regardless of power failures.


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After months of pressure from NYLAG’s lawyers, as of September 2023 NYCHA published a public document of its new Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP), which details rules and regulations surrounding tenant applications, rent calculations, transfers, and more. NYLAG’s Anna Luft and Kate Fetrow spoke to CityLimits about this huge win.
“For New York City residents living in public housing, there’s a wide-ranging set of legal rules and procedures that govern their tenancy—for how their rent is set, how they can add household members to their lease, what violations could put them at risk for eviction and more.
“After a more than year-long push from lawyers with the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG), the housing authority is publishing all of its regulations in one document, which will be publicly available for the first time—and tenants and stakeholders have until next month to weigh in on the rules.
“NYCHA on Wednesday published a draft version of its new Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP), which details rules around things like tenant applications, rent calculations, transfers, recertifications and lease terminations, similar to the Rent Stabilization Code that governs rent-regulated housing in New York.
“’[It’s] a huge step forward in terms of having a more participatory, transparent housing authority,’ said Anna Luft, project director at NYLAG’s Public Housing Justice Project, where she represents tenants before NYCHA’s Office of Impartial Hearings, where termination of tenancy cases—the first step in the eviction process—are adjudicated.
“’For years the lack of a publicly available ACOP made it more difficult for her and other attorneys to defend NYCHA tenants facing potential termination, since it was hard to determine what the specific rules were. Residents can be terminated for a broad array of violations, including having an unregistered pet, failing to re-certify their income, or failure to occupy their apartments for a period of time, which Luft says she’s seen used against a client staying in a rehab facility post-surgery,’ Luft said.
“’Tenants can also face termination if they’re arrested, even without a conviction, or if they commit other behaviors deemed a danger or nuisance to others, what NYCHA refers to as ‘non-desirability’—compounding the impact of policing in public housing, where communities already face disproportionate surveillance and enforcement,’ Luft argues.
“’NYCHA is at the intersection of the housing court system and the criminal legal system,’ she said. ‘To keep those policies from [tenants] just exacerbates and perpetuates the underlying systemic racism inherent in the police system.’
“’We are really encouraged that NYCHA is accepting comments on [the ACOP] and we really want to encourage anyone, members of the public, anyone who’s interested, to consider submitting comments,’ said Kate Fetrow, a senior staff attorney in NYLAG’s Special Litigation Unit. ‘It’s really maybe a once in a lifetime opportunity to do that.’”
Read the full piece by Jeanmarie in CityLimits from September 18, 2023.


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PGA TOUR 2022: Charles Schwab Challenge, Colonial, Fort Worth, Texas: 26-29 May
The Charles Schwab Challenge at Fort Worth
The PGA TOUR makes its final Texas stop of the season, visiting historic Colonial Country Club for the Charles Schwab Challenge.
FedExCup leader – and native Texan – Scottie Scheffler headlines the field that features five of the world’s top 10.
FIELD NOTES: After a missed cut at the PGA Championship, Scheffler, who has won four times this season, is back in action. Read more
COURSE: Colonial Country Club, par 70, 7,209 yards. The PGA TOUR heads to the Perry Maxwell and John Bredemus design in Fort Worth, Texas... Read more
FORT WORTH, Texas – Players were given maroon-colored ribbons to wear this week at the Charles Schwab Challenge to honor the victims of Tuesday’s school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Read more
From the Belfast Telegraph, by Phil Casey:
Justin Thomas has put the celebrations of his “unfathomable” US PGA Championship triumph on hold for another week.
Thomas lifted the Wanamaker Trophy for a second time on Sunday, defeating fellow American Will Zalatoris in a three-hole aggregate play-off after the pair had finished tied on five under par at Southern Hills. Read more
Alabama football coach Nick Saban has a 24-hour rule to celebrate his successes or mourn his defeats.
Notable alum Justin Thomas seems to have taken a similar approach.
Thomas is back to work this week at the Charles Schwab Challenge, just a few days after he authored a stirring comeback to win the PGA Championship. Read more
From Planet Sport:
Five of the world’s top 10 are taking part at Colonial Country Club this week but does history suggest they’re ready to shine when playing straight after the PGA Championship?
Much is made of how the top golfers perform the week before a Major championship.
Is there a danger that they could peak too early? Would they be better taking the week off and getting to the Major venue early. Read more
Aussies in the Field: Cam Davis, Matt Jones, Min Woo Lee, Lucas Herbert


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City officials today reminded the public that wipes, paper towels and other products should not be flushed down the toilet.
The city Department of Environmental Services reminded the public of the three “P’s” rule — only pee, poop and toilet paper – should go down the toilet.
While the department encourages the public to follow U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations for cleaning surfaces with disinfecting wipes to reduce the spread of COVID-19 during the pandemic, those wipes must go in the garbage. Wipes do not break down in the wastewater system, officials warned, and can therefore cause backups and spills.
This includes “flushable wipes,” baby wipes, disinfectant wipes, paper towels, feminine hygiene products, and similar materials, which should go in the regular trash and not be flushed down any toilet, including public park toilets, to the city’s sewer system.
“All of these items will clog the homeowner’s main lateral before it reaches the city pipes, or could clog a sewer pipe, wastewater pump station or treatment plant causing a health risk of raw sewage spilling into the environment and place public health at risk during the coronavirus pandemic,” the department said in a news release.
The city sewer system is designed to only transport water, toilet paper and human waste to a wastewater treatment plant, the department said.
“All wipes and paper towels do not break down in the sewer system,” ENV Director Lori Kahikina said. “The packaging may say they are ‘flushable,’ but they truly are not as they do not break down in the system.”
The problem of people flushing wipes down the toilet has been a national problem for about a decade, the department said, and is not unique to Honolulu.
A public service announcement explaining how wipes jam the sewer system is available online.


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MILWAUKEE — Nancy Sachs and Michael Retzer started dating in 1993.
Summerfest has been a part of their lives ever since.
The Wauwatosa couple has been to 280 Summerfest days in a row.
"We weren't really trying to do a streak. It just happened," said Sachs.
The two start their days with work in the morning, followed by a relaxing night at the Big Gig.
"It's exciting, the music and it keeps us young, and there's no place we'd rather be during those 11 days," Sachs said.
Retzer said they didn’t count for a long time, but he realized they had a long streak going.
Was the streak ever in jeopardy?
"Well, you just never know what you're going to miss. You're afraid of missing it, so we come down regardless," Retzer said.
The couple, who got engaged more than a decade ago, doesn’t have any plans of tying the knot soon or skipping a day at their favorite festival.
"We weren't really trying to do a streak. It just happened." — Summerfest super fan Nancy Sachs
“It's just thrilling; it's exciting. We just couldn't think of missing a day,” Sachs said.
Sachs and Retzer splurge occasionally on a headliner, but they stick mainly to the free stages.
"You just get caught up in the people watching, the beautiful weather, being by the lake and all the fantastic music selections,” said Sachs, who has seen thousands of bands with Retzer.


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A schematic view of a unineuron in which uninorms are used at the local level of processing (viz. associated with each input) and the partial results produced in this way are aggregated using the and or or type of logic aggregation A Quest for Adaptable and Interpretable Architectures of Computational Intelligence 39 From the standpoint of the available parametric flexibility of this neuron, we note that it becomes concentrated at the level of the inputs; hence most learning will need to be focused there.
Further calculations of the derivative (24) can be completed once we have decided upon the specific form of the t- and t-conorm. (a) (b) (c) Fig. 17. 9 46 W. Pedrycz As far as the optimization of the identity value of the uninorm (g) is concerned, we should exercise caution when proceeding with the gradient-based optimization. The derivative is quite convoluted; see Figure 17 with significant regions of the unit hypercube over which it assumes zero (which means that the learning could be easily trapped in the region where there is no minimum).

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A new crop is brewing at Cornell’s New York State Agricultural Experiment Station (NYSAES) in Geneva. A one-acre hop yard was established June 30 as a research planting to bolster the hops revival in New York.
“New York was once the biggest producer of hops in the country, until the crops were wiped out by mildew and Prohibition,” said research support specialist David Combs, manager of the hop yard. “This new planting includes both a research plot to hone methods for disease and insect control, and a diverse variety trial.”
It’s a timely investment. According to Cornell Cooperative Extension’s hops specialist Steve Miller, more than 100 acres of hops have been planted in New York in the past two years alone. The Farm Brewery Act of 2012, which removed barriers to growth in craft breweries, is creating demand for beer ingredients sourced from New York, including hops.
“People have been planting anything and everything,” Miller said. “With more than 30 varieties in the trial at Cornell’s hop yard, we hope to narrow down the varieties that grow well in this area.”
All varieties are expected to need protection from their old foes, powdery and downy mildew, two fungal diseases that thrive in humid East Coast summers. The hop yard has been given a clean start, according to plant pathology professor Wayne Wilcox.
“It’s important for growers to plant hops that have been tested for viruses and are free of mildew infection,” he said. “Fungicides in use in other states are likely to be effective against the diseases of greatest concern here – these were not available the last time hops were grown in New York state – and we’ll be evaluating them to develop the protocols most effective for the New York industry.”
Hops form on vigorous vine-like stalks called bines, which spiral along twine suspended from high wires and poles up to 18 feet tall. In the new hop yard, 69 poles were drilled to form 17 rows, and about 500 hops crowns were planted. Installation of drip irrigation and the “high altitude” wires connecting the poles will complete the yard.
The architecture of the hop yard will demand technological ingenuity to keep mildews at bay, according to Andrew Landers, an agricultural engineer specializing in pesticide application technology.
“One of the challenges is how do we get the spray up to the top of the canopy – evenly – without blowing through the narrow canopy into the space between the rows?” Landers said. “For the past decade we have studied air flow, which is the answer to controlling where the droplets fly. We are already working on developing ways to modify existing sprayers as a low-cost fix for growers.”
As part of the project, the team will also develop a New York hops grower’s guide, which will cover site selection, integrated pest management and pesticide recommendations.
Funding for the project was included in the New York governor’s 2013 budget, evidence of momentum in the state for the craft beer industry.
“This planting will benefit important agricultural research, which in turn, will help our state’s hops growers do their jobs even better,” said State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine.
Tours of the planting will be available during the Fruit Field Day at NYSAES Aug. 1, and the next Brew Course and Hops Testing will be Sept. 20 at NYSAES.
Amanda Garris is the experiment station’s communications officer for the College of Agriculture and Life Science.


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This combination of simple fresh ingredients elevates lasagne to a whole new level of #JustDelicious flavour!
375g Eskort Gold Medal Pork Sausages
10ml Italian herbs
salt and ground black pepper
45ml (3T) olive oil
500g broccoli, broken into smaller florets
250g cherry tomatoes, halved
200g frozen peas 460g cream cheese
100ml (2/5c) cream
150g green pesto
small bunch fresh basil, chopped
12 lasagne sheets
200g mozzarella, grated
50g Parmesan, grated
fresh basil to garnish
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
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- In the same pan, fry the tomatoes until starting to soften. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- In a saucepan, add the broccoli, peas, cream cheese, cream, basil and pesto and season with salt and pepper. Simmer until you have a smooth thickened sauce, about 5 to 8 minutes.
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Does Cannabis Affect Men and Women Differently?
Men and women are so different on so many levels, physically, emotionally, mentally, and even with cannabis. Although all humans have endocannabinoid receptors , which is how and why our bodies can safely consume cannabis in the first place. However men and women do actually react to marijuana pretty differently. The urban myth is that women get much higher or have a lower tolerance than men because they weigh less and because of higher hormone levels. This actually is false. Women have a higher pain tolerance therefore women have also have a higher tolerance when smoking weed because they need more of it to feel it’s affects.
According to an article by Bustle, “ A review of sex differences in cannabinoid action suggested stuff like estrogen, body fat percentage (cannabinoids can hang around in fat, lessening their impact on the system), and certain brain receptors. But various gender differences in reaction to weed might be due to different things as well”.
The main reason that women can medicate more than men is because we can naturally build a higher tolerance to THC due to estrogen. So our hormones actually allow women to consume more without getting too stoned.This is a good and bad thing because women tend to be more dependent on marijuana and have to spend more money on it. The Cannabis Consumers Coalition (CCC) recently released a report which showed that 53% of cannabis consumers were women, versus 42% men.
Estrogen can also majorly affect women’s endocannabinoid receptors so it’s sometimes less effective during time or hormone change due to medication or PMS. Women sometimes have to medicate more to experience adequate relief.
However cannabis is great for women’s everyday pains, especially during a menstrual cycle. More and more companies are specifically creating products to help women during that time of month. Men surprisingly don’t experience that much pain relief while smoking either. Once again this is a good and bad thing. A male who is a lot of pain would have to smoke a lot of cannabis to get even the smallest amount of pain relief, even if he didn’t really want to keep smoking.
“Men are less sensitive to cannabis, so the herb’s pain-relieving qualities are a bit blunted by comparison. Back in 2013, Craft and her team tested THC’s effect against chronic pain in rats. Female rats fared much better than males when it came to symptom relief. Men will have to consume more to get similar results,” according to Herb.Co.
Another major way weed affects men and women differently is in their sex drive or libido. If a woman’s estrogen levels are normal to high and she adds marijuana to the party, can influence and increase the female libido. Same goes for men except with testosterone. However after men medicate their sex drive has a dramatic spike up but after 20–30 minutes it will drop below baseline. So if you’re a couple that like to smoke together, do it fast.Another thing, men get super intense munchies compared to women. There’s not a clear scientific reason why, but in several studies men’s appetite levels were much higher than women’s after smoking.
Whether you’re a man or a woman, of course, consume safely and responsibly. Did you learn something new about women, men, and weed? If so share with your friends. Talk about it in your next session or share on social media, see what else you might learn about your fellow man or woman.


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Descritpion: Protein tyrosine kinase that is part of several cell surface receptor complexes, but that apparently needs a coreceptor for ligand binding. Essential component of a neuregulin-receptor complex, although neuregulins do not interact with it alone. GP30 is a potential ligand for this receptor. Regulates outgrowth and stabilization of peripheral microtubules (MTs). Upon ERBB2 activation, the MEMO1-RHOA-DIAPH1 signaling pathway elicits the phosphorylation and thus the inhibition of GSK3B at cell membrane. This prevents the phosphorylation of APC and CLASP2, allowing its association with the cell membrane. In turn, membrane-bound APC allows the localization of MACF1 to the cell membrane, which is required for microtubule capture and stabilization.In the nucleus is involved in transcriptional regulation. Associates with the 5'-TCAAATTC-3' sequence in the PTGS2/COX-2 promoter and activates its transcription. Implicated in transcriptional activation of CDKN1A; the function involves STAT3 and SRC. Involved in the transcription of rRNA genes by RNA Pol I and enhances protein synthesis and cell growth.
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Cellular Localization: Cytoplasm. Nucleus and Cell membrane. Cytoplasm, perinuclear region. Nucleus. Translocation to the nucleus requires endocytosis, probably endosomal sorting and is mediated by importin beta-1/KPNB1.
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Vistara on Monday asked crew members of its Mumbai-Goa flight on March 22 to self-quarantine after a passenger flying with it had been tested positive for coronavirus.
The airline issued the direction soon after the Goa government announced that one person, who tested positive within the state on Sunday, had travel history from ny . He took Vistara flight UK861 from Mumbai to Goa on March 22.
"We have provided all relevant information to the authorities for contact tracing. Staff who had operated the flight or are available contact with the passengers are asked to self quarantine," a Vistara spokesperson said.
The Goa government has appealed to people that had travelled on the flight to right away turn helpline 0832-2421810/2225538 or report back to the closest health centre.
As India is under a 21-day lockdown from Annunciation to curb the spread of coronavirus, all domestic and international commercial passenger flights are suspended for this era .
However, cargo flights, special flights conducted with the approval of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), offshore helicopter operations and medevac flights are exempted from the ban.


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Many men wonder if email order wedding brides are illegal. This practice is actually legal in some countries and is often called “foreign love-making. ” The main reason it is regarded as illegal is that women from a different nation are not protected by the regulations in the United States. These types of women are certainly not American citizens, and quite a few mail purchase brides are certainly not U. Ings. citizens. conversational tone This means that after they are hitched in the United States, they are not assured residence or perhaps immigration status. This makes it essential to examine local laws to determine unique legal or not.
Until 2001, postal mail purchase brides were classified within family or perhaps “fiance(e)” category. That resulted in you could not marry outside your country if you were externally married for an opposite-sex spouse. However , when you betrothed someone, you are no longer a “fiancé” — you can turn into a Canadian citizen! In Canada, now you can sponsor a same-sex partner for one day or more.
Just before 2001, mail order brides had been classified within the “fiance(e)” and “family” classes. While this was a good way to meet up with someone and marry and never have to leave the country, it absolutely was not an great method for conference a wife. Instead, you could use a dating site to conversation online or perhaps meet the person you want to get married to in person. This might give you the opportunity to make an significant decision about your future.
While the practice of mail order brides is definitely not illegitimate, it is nonetheless controversial. Although some countries experience laws governing the practice, you may rest assured that it is safe to use this method to locate your life spouse and marry them. Most mail order brides will be from countries that have a culture that is less tolerant than Us citizens. And if it’s in the US, the VAWA and IMBRA furnish protection to get mail purchase brides.
In the UK, mail order brides are legal as long as you will be legally qualified to marry a British citizen. The laws are similar to the ones from other countries, and they are just slightly a reduced amount of restrictive in Canada. While although they are not illegal in the usa, the marriages can be extremely risky in some countries. If you want to marry foreign people, you should explore the laws in that nation first before starting such activities.
There are many laws that govern ship order wedding brides. First, all mail order wedding brides need to give their recruit with selected documents and information. You should meet their particular sponsor just before marrying her or him. Also, be sure to examine the laws of your country you want to move to. For example , whenever you aren’t in the US, you’ll need to obtain a K-1 visa. For anybody who is in Canada, legislation is less restrictive.

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