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The nutritional content of soya fits in well with healthy eating guidelines. It’s a good source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and fibre, as well as being low in saturated fats. While the majority of studies have shown it to be beneficial to health, some claim it may be harmful, unsettling hormones and even affecting male fertility.
In an attempt to settle the debate, experts from around the world presented the latest research on soya’s role in health at a recent conference in Japan. Here are the results.
Soya contains natural compounds called isoflavones, which have a chemical structure similar to the female hormone oestrogen. During the menopause oestrogen levels fall and it is thought that these isoflavones may help with menopausal symptoms, such as hot flushes.
It appears that the more hot flushes a woman experiences, the bigger the benefit of soya isoflavones. Patricia Williamson-Hughes, a nutrition scientist from Illinois in the US, reviewed 17 studies and concluded that genistein, one of the isoflavones in soya, at levels of 15mg a day appeared to have a significant benefit on hot flushes. Eating two to three servings of soya foods a day provides 15mg of genistein.
As a nation we are getting fatter, so any foods that can keep us full for longer could help to cut our calorie intake.
Leeds University researchers Clare Lawton and Louise Dye gave 20 healthy young men either a soya-based breakfast (cereal, soya milk, yogurt) and lunch (soya mince and chocolate dessert) or the same breakfast and lunch with protein from milk and meat sources instead of soya, a week apart. They were allowed freely to choose foods for dinner and evening snacks.
When the men included soya at breakfast and lunch they ate significantly less later in the day compared to when they ate the non-soya meals. They ingested 144 fewer calories and said the soya foods left them feeling fuller than the other non-soya meals.
“Cutting down by 144 calories a day could account for a weight loss of approximately 15lb (6.8kg) over the course of a year,” says Louise.
Many nations that tend to eat a lot of soya foods have a lower incidence of heart disease.
Yoshihiro Kokubo from the National Cardiovascular Centre in Osaka, Japan, studied 40,000 Japanese over 12 years. Women who ate soya foods more than five times a week had a 45 per cent lower risk of a heart attack and a 69 per cent lower risk of dying from a heart attack compared to women eating fewer than two servings of soya a week. One of the reasons for soya’s positive role in heart health is thought to be its cholesterol- lowering action.
An analysis of 45 studies by American scientist Elaine Krul found that including soya protein in the diet resulted in
a four per cent reduction in total cholesterol and a five per cent reduction in LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol which at high levels can clog up arteries). Eating approximately 25g of soya protein a day can bring about this effect. Three to four servings of soya foods provide 25g of soya protein.
IS SOYA SAFE?
From time to time the safety of soya foods is brought into question. Despite the good health boasted by the countries that typically eat soya, some
lab tests have linked it with unfavourable hormonal actions. However, recent studies strongly suggest that soya foods don’t have any undesirable effects and nor are they harmful to health.
As the isoflavones in soya have a similar structure to oestrogen, concerns have been raised as to whether eating soya foods can affect male hormones and sperm quality.
Jill Hamilton-Reeves from the College of St Catherine in Minnesota reviewed 32 trials on the effects of soya on reproductive hormones including testosterone. She found no effect of soya protein or isoflavones on these hormones.
Audrey Serifini, from the IVF unit of San Raffaele Hospital in Milan, Italy, looked at the effects of different doses of soya isoflavones on sperm quality in healthy men.
For three months, 20 men took a supplement containing 160mg, 320mg or 480mg of soya isoflavones a day. Afterwards, there were no significant differences in the volume, concentration, count and motility of their sperm.
A further study on 32 men, carried out by scientists from the University of Guelph in Canada, produced similar results.
The safety issue of soya and breast cancer risk was also addressed. Nations who typically consume soya appear to have a lower risk of breast cancer and it has been proposed that soya may have a role in this.
Professor Xiao Ou Shu from the epidemiology centre at Vanderbilt University in the US studied over 5,000 breast cancer patients for more than two years.
Women who ate the most soya protein a day had a 24 per cent lower risk of dying from all causes and a 33 per cent lower risk of a relapse or dying from breast cancer compared to the women in the lowest group of soya intake. Furthermore soya food intake did not appear to interact with Tamoxifen (a widely used treatment for breast cancer).
Professor Shu commented that while soya intake appears to be safe and beneficial for breast cancer survival patients following 26 months of diagnosis, a longer term follow-up study is still required.
Of course, no one food can bring eternal wellbeing. However, studies show that soya, as part of a healthy balanced diet, does appear to have a positive role in health.
There are further lessons we could learn from the traditional diet of the Japanese.
As well as including more soya in the diet, eating more fish, fruit and vegetables, basing meals around starchy foods such as rice and noodles and eating smaller portions may help towards achieving a diet that could contribute to a healthy life.


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State Rep. Karen Bennett, House District 94, will host a town hall meeting to discuss the potential impact of the repeal of the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. The meeting will be held on Saturday, March 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m., at Fire Station No. 25, 7136 Stockbridge Road, Stone Mountain.
Key components of the ACA include allowing young adults to remain on their parents insurance until age 26, and accessible, affordable healthcare to individuals with pre-existing conditions such as diabetes.
“The constituents of my district and DeKalb and Gwinnett counties – in fact, all Georgians – owe it to themselves and their families to learn about the possible consequences of repealing the Affordable Care Act without an equal or better healthcare replacement and what to do about voicing their concerns,” said Bennett.
For more information, call 404-656-0202.


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During this moment in history, youth champions everywhere need to take an offensive stance against the structural inequities and systemic racism uniquely unveiled by COVID-19. Together, we can join forces and unite by taking the following actions: 1) advocate with urgency for the voices of young people most impacted to be heard and amplified across our state, 2) join forces with United for Action: Housing for Youth and Families to end youth and child homelessness, 3) call to expand summer and afterschool enrichment to end the achievement gap, 4) plug into the Minnesota Education Equity Partnership, advance, and sustain a racially diverse teaching force, 5) work collaboratively to increase and improve youth civic engagement, 6) increase the number of families utilizing the K-12 Education Tax Credit, 7) change policy, and 8) invest more and lean into community-led grantmaking and focused resources on communities most impacted, not the most “comfortable” to work with.
In 2019, sociologist Sean Reardon at Stanford University studied achievement gaps in every school in America and found that the difference in poverty rates between predominantly Black and predominantly white schools explains the achievement gaps we see and why white schools tend to show higher test scores than Black schools. When white and Black schools have the same poverty rates, Reardon didn’t see a difference in academic achievement. The problem is that Black students are more often poor and attending schools with more poor students. And other than a handful of high-performing charter schools in a few cities, he couldn’t find examples of academic excellence among schools with a high-poverty student body.
With municipal budget season upon us, agency leaders must stand in solidarity with racial justice movement leaders and take swift action. The values shift in this moment is palpable and budgets are values. But how? With a coalition of 17 afterschool agencies here in Los Angeles, so far, this is what we have done or have learned.
The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) initiative has positively impacted communities across the country since the inception of the funding stream in 1994. 21st CCLC programs serve as a critical piece in addressing many issues today. These programs provide students with unique opportunities they might not otherwise have access to. Programs are positively impacting students and the communities they serve. Many programs are reporting academic, behavioral, and social and emotional gains among students, and decreased juvenile crime within the community.
This imperative is as true now as it was before the pandemic. Schools and districts will be overwhelmed with a panoply of student needs in the fall, and we must ensure that every single child, regardless of disability, has the chance to make up for lost time. This is why we are urging Senate leadership to ensure that any future COVID-19 relief package provides significant additional funding for school districts, including $11 billion in dedicated funding under IDEA for state grants, to appropriately meet the needs of students who experience disabilities.
Five students from Julia R. Masterman Laboratory & Demonstration School successfully made their case in their application to the Historical and Museum Commission with help from teachers at Masterman and professors and archivists at the University of Pennsylvania, Temple University, and the University of Michigan. With the submission of their 104-page application, the students were able to document the national impact of the Philadelphia protest.

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16 Mahoning Co. businesses sued over Pavlik fight
Each establishment is being sued for $150,000.
YOUNGSTOWN — A company that said it had exclusive televi- sion distribution rights to the Feb. 16, 2008, Kelly Pavlik vs. Jermain Taylor boxing championship fight has sued 16 Mahoning County bars and restaurants.
The company’s lawsuit says the establishments showed the fight without permission.
Each bar or restaurant is being sued for $150,000 in the complaints, which were filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, which includes the county.
Jeffrey L. Koberg, the Cleveland lawyer who filed the suits Thursday and Friday on behalf of the distributor, J. & J. Sports Productions Inc, of South Pasadena, Calif., did not return a call to his office seeking comment.
Listed as defendants are: Dave’s Somewhere Else, 2426 Mahoning Ave.; Giacchetta’s, 3310 Mahoning Ave.; the Handle Bar, 1666 Mahoning Ave.; the Dash Inn, 2716 Mahoning Ave.; the Voodoo Lounge, 4740 Mahoning Ave.; Dubic’s Palm Cafe, 301 Steel St.; Davidson’s Restaurant, 3636 Canfield Road; Mojo’s Pub and Grill, 5423 Mahoning Ave.; Dee & R’s Place, 3114 South Ave.; Irish Bob’s Pub, 3602 South Ave.; the Tangier Bar, 880 Youngstown-Poland Road, Struthers; Dickey’s, 23 N. Meridian Road; Gavo’s Sports Bar, 3661 Mahoning Ave.; Billy’s Bar, 40 S. Meridian Road; Bill’s Place, 4771 Mahoning Ave.; and Cosmo’s Tavern and Grillery, 1722 S. Raccoon Road.
The complaint against Dave’s Somewhere Else says the bar showed the fight “with full knowledge that the program was not to be intercepted, received and exhibited by entities unauthorized to do so.”
Calls to some of the business owners for comment were not returned.


text: Citizens play a core role in sustainable cities as users of the services delivered by cities and as active participants in initiatives aimed at making cities more sustainable. This paper considers the role of citizens as information providers and discusses the conditions under which citizens can participate in the development of sustainable cities. The objective of this study is to document the sustainability of an urban transit system and evaluate its compliance, with citizen participation as a major contributor. The methodology used is intensive field visits, interviews, and a mixed analysis of Sant Andreu de Palomar District in Barcelona city. The circulating vehicles are quantitatively monitored, qualitative problems are detected, and the typology of vehicles and other aspects identified and detailed in the study are indicated. All this information is contrasted with that of the technological sensors in the sectors. The results indicate that vehicles in the current pattern of urban density planned under incorrect sensor operation influence sustainable behavior through agglomerative clustering. This paper provides recommendations for future urban sustainability assessment research, including the employment of mixed-methods research, among other strategies. This article is intended to assist policymakers and traffic engineers in evaluating the sustainability of urban transportation infrastructure projects considering citizens as sensors.

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February 4, 2014
By: Zane Beard, Quotes member
It’s a good thing that Carrie Proudfit of the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) likes shoes and cell phones because she has to carry a spare of each with her to work every day. After a draining day in the office, Proudfit attended the Quotes club meeting on Jan. 27 in her most comfy shoes – sandals. She also carries two cell phones, an iPad and a computer. It’s obvious to anyone who meets her, that she is a very busy, smart and competent employee of DCF.
As a new student of the UCF Public Relations program, I admit I am still trying to grasp all the nuances of PR. So when I met the laid-back but personal Proudfit at our club meeting , I could’ve sworn this couldn’t be it. The first thing she told the club is she works for DCF and the second thing she discussed was her shoes – one pair she wears to the office and for the public and the other, the sandals, she relies on for comfort.
We learned Proudfit is on call all the time. She talks to the media, deals with situations involving abused children and has to answer to her boss. Sometimes she gets called to a crime scene at 3 a.m. where a child has been beaten (or worse) and has to answer to the media immediately – and without emotion. It’s a hard job but somehow, she is able to diffuse those intense situations without breaking a sweat while making the organization appear competent and trustworthy to the public. Proudfit’s charisma lights up a room and she is amazingly chill despite seeing tragedies on a daily basis. Someday, I hope to be as skilled as Proudfit because she is obviously very competent.
February 4, 2014
What is your title and company name?
Public Relations Coordinator, TJM Communications, Inc.
Give a brief explanation of your job.
TJM Communications, Inc., is a boutique lifestyle public relations firm, specializing in travel and tourism. As public relations coordinator, my primary duty is to provide account support for senior staff.
How many years have you been a part of FPRA? Why did you join?
I’ve been a member of FPRA since December 2011, when I joined as an advertising-public relations student at UCF. I joined FPRA simply to learn more about the industry and had no idea just how valuable my membership would become.
What was your favorite FPRA event?
I attended the FPRA annual conference in 2012 as a board member of Quotes, the UCF chapter of FPRA. Not only is it my favorite event because of the numerous learning and networking opportunities annual conference offers, but also because of the memories I made with the Quotes executive board. A highlight of the trip was bumping into Oscar Suris, vice president and head of corporate communications for Wells Fargo & Company, in the coffee shop next door. He just finished delivering the Dillin Keynote Address and briefly chatted with a few Quotes members and I about beginning our careers in the industry.
Tell us about an exciting achievement (personal or professional).
I completed my first half-marathon in November 2013.
Tell us something people may not know about you.
I studied music performance as a flute player at UCF for two years before changing my major to advertising-public relations. I recently decided to start playing again and joined the Central Florida Community Arts wind ensemble for the 2014 concert season.
February 3, 2014
By: Wendy Jo Moyer, APR
FPRA Orlando Area Chapter visited Give Kids The World Village on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014, to help with public relations efforts surrounding its “Extreme Village Makeover.” The two-week event renovated nearly 100 of the Village’s 140 villas with new appliances, floors, countertops and other upgrades.
FPRA members toured the non-profit storybook resort and learned about its efforts to provide unforgettable, cost-free vacations to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Following the tour, members visited the resort’s villas to interview and video-record the volunteers in action during the renovation, so the stories could be shared on the resort’s Facebook page and website. Members interviewed many volunteers including a woman who drove to Kissimmee from Atlanta to help with the renovations.
Other FPRA members updated the Village’s Facebook page to respond to hundreds of touching stories and compliments about the resort.
For more information on Give Kids the World and the “Extreme Village Makeover,” visit www.gktw.org.
To see pictures from the event, click here.


Diogo Freitas do Amaral, deputy prime minister of Portugal's outgoing government, resigned unexpectedly as leader of the conservative Christian Democrat Party tonight in a move that could provoke a breakup of the ruling coalition and early general elections.
Freitas do Amaral was the only remaining figure of authority in the fragile "Democratic Alliance" of Social Democrats and Christian Democrats, and his loss was a serious blow as the coalition struggled to agree on a successor to Prime Minister Francisco Pinto Balsemao.
The party leader made clear that he was stepping down because of escalating internal struggles within the alliance and because he disagreed with the choice of former education minister Vitor Pereira Crespo, a Social Democrat, as Balsemao's successor.
The Christian Democrats postponed until Thursday their decision on whether to ratify Balsemao's choice of Crespo as premier-designate, but unofficial reports said that the party's political committee had resolved to press for approval despite Freitas do Amaral's opposition.
President Antonio Ramalho Eanes, a staunch political opponent of the coalition, warned yesterday that he would dissolve parliament and call an early elections if it did not come forward quickly with a convincing and durable alternative to the Balsemao administration.


Tokyo, August 6, according to the statistics of Japan Broadcasting Association television station, as of 20:00 on the 6th, 1473 new cases of new crown were confirmed in Japan, with a total of 44283 confirmed cases; 4 new death cases and 1033 death cases. < p > < p > since August, the number of new confirmed cases in Japan is less than 1000. More than 200 cases have been confirmed for 10 consecutive days, with a total of 14645 confirmed cases. Osaka Prefecture, Kanagawa Prefecture and other places reported a record high number of new confirmed cases on June 6, with 225 cases in Osaka Prefecture and 119 cases in Kanagawa county. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said again on the 6th that Japan does not need to issue a state of emergency because there are fewer severe patients than in April and may, and there is no tension in the medical system. At present, there are 115 severe patients in Japan.


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The study described in this chapter aimed to determine current practice in the provision of writteninformation to fifty-seven su’oke patients and their caters. It also explored their informational needs whilein hospital and six months later and examined the suitability of the written materials received, comparingreadability levels to participants’ general reading ability.While in hospital, 22.8% of patients and 41.7% ofcarets received written information, yet 91.2% of patients and 100% of carets wanted information. Morethan half of the participants wanted information on preventing strokes, causes and risk factors of stroke,recovery, what a stroke is, stroke-related medications and sources of further information.At six monthsafter stroke, 75.5% of patients and all caters wanted further information. The mean SMOG readabilitylevel of the written materials received was equivalent to a grade I I level of education, compared with thepatients’ mean reading ability, which was equivalent to a 7th-Sth grade reading level.The authors concludethat stroke patients and their carets want substantially more information than they are receiving, both whilein hospital and six months later.The majority of written information that is distributed to these people isunsuitable in terms of readability levels and other factors.
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Megadeth Frontman DaveMustaine Expects New Album, "Th1rt3en" To Be Released In November
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In a recent interview with Rolling Stone Music, Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine revealed that the group's forthcoming new album, "Th1rt3en" is expected to be released in November, as well as some other details regarding the tracklisting. An excerpt from the interview reads as follows:
Q: Does the album title have a deeper meaning besides being the group's 13th release?
A: "I was born on September 13th; this is my thirteenth record. It just seemed like it was the right thing to do to call it TH1RT3EN."
Q: What are some of the song titles?
A: "There's a title track, a couple of songs, there's 'Sudden Death', which was on the Guitar Hero game – that was extremely successful and garnered us another Grammy nomination. Then there was 'Never Dead', which came out for the Kunami video game Never Dead. The record itself will probably be coming out around November 1st."
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Make room for the newest duo on the block! Fuzzy and festively dressed for an unforgettable Halloween, our Allister & Agatha Gnomes are weighted to sit upright and add charm to any décor. Allister measures approximately 14" tall, Agatha measures approximately 21" tall, and the set of two arrives gift wrapped together in a hand crafted wood crate with ribbon.
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Hello - If we have a VTX 1000 conf phone connected to a Vortex EF2280, will the mics on the VTX 1000 still be active? Or, does attaching it to the EF2280 mute the VTX 1000 and the outrider remote mics of the VTX 1000?
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NEW DELHI - Indian police have charged six men with murder, adding to accusations they beat and gang-raped a woman on a New Delhi bus two weeks ago in a case that shocked the country.
The murder charges were added Saturday after the woman died earlier in the day in a Singapore hospital, where she had been flown for treatment.
New Delhi police spokesman Rajan Bhagat said the six face the death penalty if convicted.
The tragedy has forced India to confront the reality sexually assaulted women often are blamed for the crime, forcing them to keep quiet and discouraging them from reporting it to authorities for fear of exposing their families to ridicule. In addition, police often refuse to accept complaints from those who are courageous enough to report the rapes, and the rare prosecutions that reach courts drag on for years.
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said he was aware of the emotions the attack has stirred, adding it was Indians' responsibility to ensure the young woman's death will not have been in vain.

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Brett Azar portrays The Iron Sheik in Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's new NBC show Young Rock. The show focuses on Johnson's time growing up in a wrestling family. The stories are told through a future interview where Johnson is running for President.
On Young Rock, many old-school wrestlers appear during Johnson's flashbacks, including his father Rocky Johnson, Andre The Giant, Junkyard Dog, family members The Wild Samoans and The Iron Sheik.
In the final part of SK Wrestling's interview with Brett Azar, he discusses being a professional wrestling fan, owning WWF wrestling buddies as a child and whether or not he'd want to take part in a wrestling match.
Q: Brett Azar, you were a big fan of wrestling prior. Right?
Azar: "Big fan! I mean, I had the wrestling buddies, so I would sleep with Hulk Hogan, Ultimate Warrior. I hated The Iron Sheik, so that was a flip, but doing the research on the guy (Iron Sheik), how great of a person he was, and how great he worked his gimmick for everyone to hate him, that's talent. Respect the legend Baba (in Sheik's voice)."
Q: I have to ask, with the condition that you're in playing The Iron Sheik on Young Rock, would you ever step into the squared circle?
Azar: "Azar-Sheiky! I would love to! If there's an opportunity, I'm there 100%."
On Brett Azar's Instagram (@brettazar), you can find a variety of photos of the man himself and other castmembers of Young Rock. The one above is a side-by-side comparison of The Iron Sheik's Camel Clutch and Brett Azar's Camel Clutch.
You can watch the full interview with Brett Azar below. Make sure to tune in to Young Rock Tuesday nights at 8pm on NBC.


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Optimization of forest wildlife objectivesAuthor(s): John Hof; Robert Haight
Source: In: Weintraub, Andres; Romero, Carlos; Bjorndal, Trond; Epstein, Rafael; Miranda, Jaime, eds. Handbook of operations research in natural resources: Springer. 405-418.
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DescriptionThis chapter presents an overview of methods for optimizing wildlife-related objectives. These objectives hinge on landscape pattern, so we refer to these methods as "spatial optimization." It is currently possible to directly capture deterministic characterizations of the most basic spatial relationships: proximity relationships (including those that lead to edge effects), habitat connectivity/fragmentation relationships, population growth and dispersal, and patch size/habitat amount thresholds. More complex spatial relationships and stochastic relationships are currently best captured through heuristic manipulation of simulation models. General treatment of stochastic variables in spatial optimization is in its infancy.
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CitationHof, John; Haight, Robert. 2007. Optimization of forest wildlife objectives. In: Weintraub, Andres; Romero, Carlos; Bjorndal, Trond; Epstein, Rafael; Miranda, Jaime, eds. Handbook of operations research in natural resources: Springer. 405-418.
KeywordsHabitat connectivity, landscape pattern, reaction-diffusion model, response-surface analysis, search heuristics, simulation optimization, spatial optimization, stochastic population model
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It assumes a fixed rate mortgage, rather than variable, balloon, or ARM. Subtract your down payment to find the loan amount. Many lenders estimate the most expensive home that a person can afford as 28% of one’s income. What’s the monthly payment of a $300,000 loan? How much does it cost? What are the interest rates?
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More than 300,000 buyers are trapped in expensive. separate analysis by CoreLogic and uno Home Loans, a digital mortgage broker backed by Westpac Group, shows. Martin North, principal of Digital.
Here are some of the most common costs you could have to pay each month as a homeowner. This table shows your estimated monthly carrying costs for a $350,000 home with a $300,000 mortgage at 3.24% amortized over 25 years.
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24/7 Wall St. spoke with Greg McBride, chief financial analyst at financial comparison service site Bankrate, about why some states have an average mortgage debt of less than $150,000, while others.
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On a 30-year mortgage with a 5-percent fixed interest rate, the monthly payments for a $300,000 house with a 20 percent down payment would be $1,288 plus taxes and insurance. If you pay your mortgage each month for the life of the loan, you will pay $463,680. Add in the $60,000 down payment, and this brings your cost for the house to $523,680.
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1 Million Mortgage Monthly Payment DollarTimes. This calculates the monthly payment of a $1,000,000 mortgage based on the amount of the loan, interest rate, and the loan length. It assumes a fixed rate mortgage, rather than variable, balloon, or ARM. Subtract your down payment to find the loan amount. Many lenders estimate the most expensive home that a person can afford as 28%.
This is the amount you would gain financially by choosing one option versus the cost of what you will give up. Let’s look at an example. If you have 20 years of payments left on your mortgage with a.
Today’s figures show that consumers paid higher rents and mortgage interest repayments in September as well as higher prices.
One of the ways the Fed does this is by increasing and lowering the cost of borrowing money. That spending, in turn, tends.
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Online Gambling is any form of gambling that takes place over the Internet. This includes online casinos, virtual poker and sports betting. This type of gambling has gained immense popularity in recent years due to its convenience, ease and accessibility. However, it has also been associated with serious issues such as addiction and financial problems.
Online gambling is considered an addictive behavior, and it can cause serious harm to mental health, relationships and finances. Many people become addicted to gambling because of the instant gratification, anonymity and variable rewards. Others find themselves engaging in gambling to escape from daily life stresses.
Some experts believe that the high levels of dopamine released during wins in online casino games can trigger a gambling disorder. In addition, the impulsivity involved in the rapid betting and repetitive actions of online games can increase the risk for addiction. Furthermore, the lack of face-to-face accountability can make it easier for individuals to hide their gambling habits.
In addition to these physical dangers, online gamblers are at a greater risk of cybercrime. The use of unsecure networks and passwords can expose personal information to hackers. Furthermore, some websites have a history of displaying fraudulent odds and rigged games.
While ‘at home’ continues to be the main location for online gambling, one in five gamblers say they have done so while at work or while commuting. This may be a result of the tighter restrictions on travel in recent months, but also suggests that some gamblers are using their computers and phones at work to avoid the inconvenience of commutes and closures.


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JUVENILES TRIED AS ADULTS
Juvenile offenders under the age of 18 who commit serious crimes such as murder, rape or aggravated robbery are often certified as adults and sent to adult maximum security prisons. Juvenile offenders are sometimes used and abused by older prisoners and sold or traded by prison gangs.
ADOLESCENT CRASH DUMMIES
Juvenile offenders are often targeted by adult prison gangs who use young prisoners to commit crimes inside prison. Prison gangs are quick to take juvenile offenders under their wing and earn their trust with sodas, snacks and other gifts. Prison gangs claim ownership of juvenile offenders and use the young offender as a prison mule to hold the gangs weapons and drugs. Juveniles tried as adults are more inclined to perform these tasks and are referred to by prison gangs as “crash dummies”, “stash dummies”, "kids" "chavos" or “flunkies”.
JUVENILE ABUSE IN PRISON
Juveniles tried as adults tend to look up to older prisoners and are eager to do anything older offenders ask of them. Juvenile offenders in adult prisons are sometimes raped or extorted by prison gangs. Many adult prisons now segregate juveniles tried as adults for their safety.
DEATH AND TRAGEDY
16 year old Rodney Hulin was a juvenile tried as adult
and had been convicted of throwing a Molotov cocktail at a neighbor's
house in 1995. Hulin was sent to an adult prison, the Clemens Unit
in Brazoria County on November 13, 1995 and was soon confronted by
Crip gang members who attempted to rape and extort him. In fear of
his life Rodney informed correctional officers about his troubles
but officers ignored him. Rodney then wrote a letter to his father
Rodney Hulin Sr. pleading for help.
What Rodney Sr. didn’t know was that the Robertson unit
was even worst than the Clemens Unit and one of the states most violent
adult prisons. Rodney Jr. wrote home again, this time to inform his
father that he had been raped multiple times by gang members of the
Rolling 60’s Crip gang. Rodney Sr. demanded that his son be placed
in protective custody but officials denied his request.
Nothing can be more difficult for an inmate than walking into the prison for the first time.
Prisoner Arsonists and Prison Fire Outbreaks
The victim’s hands were severed and placed on his chest
The demand of alcohol behind the walls is so great that inmates are willing to pay big...
Every year, hundreds of incarcerated inmates are extorted by violent prison gangs.............


By Sterling McGinn
In the early days of Newberry and surrounding sawmill towns, the clangs and toots of whistles and bells created a soundtrack that kept the community right on time.
Their loud noises alerted the residents of shift changes and lunch periods of the mills and factories, fire or other disasters, the beginning and end of a school day and Sunday church services.
Large brass steam whistles fitted to the roofs of the mills and powered by the big steam engines sounded the beginning of the day shift at the sawmills of the Charcoal Iron Company, Barrett’s, Horner Flooring, the Dollarville sawmill and others. Those whistles sounded at 6 a.m. for day shift workers.
A toot at 8 a.m. got the children on their way to school and to keep the 8 a.m. shifts on time.
The whistles blew again for the noon lunch hour at mills and to alert the end of lunch.
Probably the favorite whistle for the day shift crew was the 4 p.m. shift change to end their workday. The night shift would also begin to the tune of the whistle. Those with no night shifts kept a watchman to check on the steam engines and other equipment.
The brass whistles usually ran on 150 pounds-per-square-inch of steam pressure. Sometimes, the individual responsible for sounding the whistle would call the telephone operator for the correct time.
At one time in Newberry’s history, four Duluth South Shore and Atlantic Railroad passenger and freight trains came and went through Newberry. When arriving at the South Shore Depot in Newberry, a deep-voiced locomotive whistle indicated the approach of the train and passengers to board or exit the train. A bell also rang when the train approached the station and at all crossings. On leaving the depot, the big whistle signified the train was leaving.
Sunday worship services began with the clang of bells. Probably one of the first church bells was given to the First Presbyterian Church in 1886. The Presbyterian Church was started in 1883 and was the first organized congregation in the one-year-old town of Newberry.
The Ladies’ Aid Society had intended to raise funds to purchase a church bell, however, Mrs. John S. Newberry of Detroit offered to buy a bell before the society had raised enough money.
The new bell, weighing 500 pounds, was manufactured by Clinton H. Meneely Bell Co. of Troy, New York. This bell is inscribed “Presented by Mrs. John S. Newberry to First Presbyterian Church of Newberry August, 1886. ‘Come, Let us Worship.’” The bell is still atop the Presbyterian Church.
Members of the Newberry Fire Department relied on some type of alerting device to dispatch them to the fire house. Until the 1980s or 90s, firefighters did not have pagers.
The Newberry department, organized in 1886, used a large bell installed at the village hall on East John Street. On at least one occasion, Chief Dan McLeod set up a bonfire in a vacant lot in the village and rang the bell to time the response of his crew. The Newberry News opined that the citizens were rudely awakened by the bell in the middle of the night.
Later, a steam whistle was used to dispatch the fire department. Residents would call the Water and Light Plant, where an operator was stationed. The caller would tell their name and address and location of the fire. A general whistle was given followed by a ward signal.
There were six fire wards and the number of whistles blown indicated the ward number. But, in 1922, a busy phone operator blew the wrong signal, rushing the firefighters to the east side of Newberry when the fire was on the west side. Thankfully, the homeowner was able to extinguish his stove fire before it spread.
The fire whistle also notified the chronic fire chasers where the fire was. In the 1940s, an intoxicated individual called in a false alarm at Four Mile Corner. A Sault Evening News article noted that many cars followed the fire department to the false alarm.
“It was reported that over 100 cars made the eight-mile round trip, and their licenses were recorded as Newberry citizens were asked not to follow the fire trucks and cause congestion, or to be calling in on the telephone asking where the fire is,” the article read.
Atlas Plywood had the biggest whistle in town. Newberry resident Larry Matelski remembers that whistle going off at ten minutes to 8 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
“There was an 8 p.m. curfew whistle for kids 16 and under,” Matelski recalled. “There was some leniency if there was an evening basketball game or dance, but you had to go home right after.”
Matelski also remembers that there was a red light on the light pole in front of the Masonic Lodge. The village police did not have radios at that time, and if the Michigan State Police needed the village police, the red light being on would mean they needed to go to the State Police Post.
By the 1950s, much of the noises of the town were just memories. Steam engines were no longer used. The Charcoal Iron Co. closed in 1945 and remaining mills had modernized. The fire whistle was changed to an air-raid type siren.
Though mornings and evenings are quieter in the modern era, a few church bells still ring on Sunday morning—the modern air horn-type train horns are still heard daily, and workers watch their iPhones and smartwatches to get to work on time.
The fire siren still blows on Saturdays at noon by Central Dispatch, and occasionally when there is a fire. The old town fire bell is proudly displayed in front of Newberry’s Peter Rahilly fire station.


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After 1988's "Salaam Bombay!", director Mira Nair traveled in the Deep South to make an intriguing discovery: Indian and Pakistani Asians own and run many independent motels there, after living for two or more generations in Uganda, where, until Idi Amin threw them out in 1972, they proved adept as small business owners.
Opening as an Indian lawyer and his wife (Seth and Tagore) are comfortable and secure in Uganda, the film shows Amin confiscating their property, and ordering their exile; they relocate to Greenwood, MS, where they buy a small motel. Later, beautiful daughter Mina (Choudhury), 24, who barely recalls Africa, makes plain that she doesn't share her family's views. Hitting the van of a black man, Demetrius (Washington), Mina senses his interest. They date, but her disapproving parents want her to marry within their community, and forbid her to see him again.
The ironies of racism thus intensify her isolation. Too dark-skinned to be desirable in her own community, Mina ignores her mother's idea to "catch a husband by being dark and rich." Demetrius' family and community at first accept Mina when she meets them at a picnic, but as local Indian motel-owners boycott his rug-cleaning service, reject her.
Black and Indian characters (and the few visible local whites) don't want to meet individuals of other races, whom they see only in stereotypes, and about whom they lack curiosity. Everyone around the couple puts down their love. The irony is that racism first took Indians to Africa to build railroads, then kicked them out, then brought Africans to America. Facing racism doesn't keep anyone from prejudice. Despite such serious issues, the film is funny, cheerful, and utterly romantic.
This could be three movies, and Nair would better have decided to leave out a lot, especially many Uganda scenes. As the father returns to his home from 20 years earlier in closing scenes, the narrative and the love story are both diluted. Nair includes much that's interesting about the daily lives of Indians in Mississippi, but that puts the lovers too much into the background. But she shows people unusual to most Americans, coping with conditions that carried blacks and Indians alike out of Africa and to Mississippi. Most of them, after such upheavals, have no curiosity about anyone outside their social or racial circles, but, importantly, a few do.
Denzel Washington, Sarita Choudhury
Racism between blacks and Asian Indians in Mississippi
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Audience-Citizens: The Media, Public Knowledge, and Interpretive Practice
Ramaswami Harindranath (Author)
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Audience-Citizens: The Media, Public Knowledge and Interpretive Practice explores the relationship between media and democracy from the perspective of the audience and proposes a unique conceptual framework for the analysis of audiences, consumption patterns and citizenship. Drawing on original research on the interpretation of documentaries by audiences in India and Britain, this book examines how sociological and cultural factors affect the interpretation of mediated knowledge. It develops a fresh approach to the relational dynamics of media and politics in contemporary India and by extension elsewhere in the developing world. This refreshing combination of conceptual novelty and analytical rigour will hold great value for academics, research scholars and students of media and communication studies, politics, cultural studies, and sociology, as well as professionals involved with journalism, news and documentary filmmaking.
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Abstract Opioid withdrawal, stress or cues associated with opioid consumption can induce opioid craving. If opioids are not available, opioid-dependent patients usually search for alternative drugs. Because several non-opioid drugs stimulate the endogenous opioidergic system, this concept may explain their frequent use by opioid-dependent patients. We hypothesized that non-opioid drugs alleviate opioid withdrawal symptoms and are therefore consumed by opioid addicts. We asked 89 opioid-dependent patients participating in an out-patient opioid maintenance program to estimate the potential of several non-opioid drugs in being able to alleviate opioid withdrawal. We applied a five-point Lickert scale (1 = very good reduction of opioid withdrawal; 5 = no reduction of opioid withdrawal). Patients could also indicate a worsening of opioid withdrawal. Values (mean + SD) were: for benzodiazepines, 3.2 +1.1; tricyclic antidepressants, 3.6 +1.1; cannabis, 3.6 + 1.0; alcohol, 4.1 +1.1; cocaine, 4.2 +1.1; amphetamine, 4.4 +0.9; nicotine, 4.7 + 0.7; and caffeine, 4.9 +0.5. A worsening of opioid withdrawal was reported by 62% of the patients for cocaine, 62% for amphetamine, 50% for caffeine, 37.5% for cannabis, 27% for nicotine, 26% for alcohol, 8% for tricyclic antidepressants and 3% for benzodiazepines. Our study shows a low efficacy of non-opioid drugs in alleviating opioid withdrawal symptoms. The data basis of this study was good and the sample was suitable to be asked for estimations of drug-drug interactions. Of the patients, 26 – 62% even reported a worsening of opioid withdrawal for cannabis, alcohol, cocaine and amphetamine. Only benzodiazepines and tricyclic antidepressants were reported to have a moderate positive effect on opioid withdrawal.
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Low efficacy of non-opioid drugs in opioid withdrawal symptoms
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With the exception of bildungsroman tales, however, there is no reason the age must be adolescent or the struggles pubescent when we invoke the phrase “coming of age”. After all, rites of passage (eg, graduations, first jobs, parental loss) can occur at many different ages.
In one of those fascinating moments of literary connection, I stumbled upon a quote that resonated with my own writing:[*]
I discovered this statement, attributed to Antonya Nelson (author of Female Trouble), in a Q/A session between Karen Russell (author of Swamplandia and interviewer) and Robin Black (the interviewee) that served as an afterwords for Black’s short story collection, If I Loved You, I Would Tell You This: Stories. Russell references Nelson’s remark while discussing Black’s stories, which she notes explore with intensity how characters “come of age” at various points of their life. Concurring, Black relates her view that “coming-of-age” stories are works involving the change from innocence to experience, a process that continues to complicate one’s life. I found myself nodding, as my story-in-progress sprang to mind.
Coming of Ages
But what does a “coming of age” story represent? Usually, we refer to stories focusing on a young person in the process of achieving adulthood. Examples range from a teenager gaining understanding of her mother and harm seen in Nelson’s short story “Primum Non Nocere” to bildungsroman novels (eg, The History of Tom Jones by Henry Fielding), which focus on the development of a youth into maturity (eg, moral, psychological, intellectual).[‡] With the exception of bildungsroman tales,[§] however, there is no reason the age must be adolescent or the struggles pubescent when we invoke the phrase “coming of age”. After all, rites of passage (eg, graduations, first jobs, parental loss) occur at many different ages.
In my intergenerational story, three women’s lives change, with each experiencing a “coming of their particular age”. The youngest member, of course, experiences the more typical coming-of-age moment after leaving college. For her mother, her child’s nascent adulthood revives memories of her own mistakes at that age coupled with current worries that make it difficult for her to accept her child’s choices. And for the grandmother of the group? In addition to supporting the younger women in different ways, she looks toward her own next transition: addressing her own increasingly limited ability to care for herself.
One of the reasons I’ve enjoyed working with this story is that I felt the characters had opportunities to grow and learn, either by succeeding in their endeavors or by failing. When I read this interview and considered “coming of ages” in my writing, I knew I’d stumbled onto an underlying theme of my story: how families deal with their continuing evolution. In this regard, I felt more kinship with Black’s notion of moving from innocence to experience. Or, as I think of it, the ways in which we move from ignorance to knowledge, learning how to be ourselves at a certain age. It’s worth considering how characters of all ages “come of age”, how they mature through their experiences, when we write. Maturity, as Black notes, may not confer mastery but it makes for a richer tale.
[†] “A Reader’s Guide.” Black, Robin. Interview by Karen Russell. In: Black, Robin. If I Loved You, I Would Tell You This: Stories. New York, Random House, 2011.
[‡] Anne Boyd Rioux discusses female bildungsroman novels, including the contradictory nature of applying this term to female protagonists when such characters ultimately step into their expected social roles instead of pursuing their own dreams. Fortunately, she also lists several nineteenth century novels that flout these limitations here.
Although weather may properly be considered part of the setting, both its ubiquitous effects and changeable nature allows it to extend into plot, characterization and more.
Of late, I’ve been thinking about weather. Being informed about the weather is useful for selecting appropriate outerwear and activities. It even provides us with something to discuss about when we greet people. But when weather appears in fiction (either as exposition or dialogue), it exists to accomplish certain narrative goals. Although weather may properly be considered part of the setting, both its ubiquitous effects and changeable nature allows it to influence plot, characterization and more. In the following, I discuss several selections that demonstrates weather’s versatility in fiction.
Weather’s pervasiveness and its effect on human lives, of course, is the primary reason it makes an excellent plot device. Stories featuring weather-related catastrophes (from seafaring disasters such as Carol Birch’s Jamrach’s Menagerie to cli-fi dystopias such as Margaret Atwood’s Oryx and Crake) are indebted to the weather for creating their central conflict: survival. These stories frequently rely upon but don’t require epic storms to create a crisis. In Jack London’s short story “To Build a Fire”, harsh winter conditions are normal in the Yukon. The protagonist hikes only with his dog despite warnings to travel in company when it’s dangerously cold. Several mistakes on this frigid day turn this walk into a struggle for life. However, snowfall plays a starring role in creating a very different survival situation in “Three Blind Mice” by Agatha Christie.[†] As forecast by the wireless news, the inhabitants of Monkshood Manor are trapped indoors by a blizzard. Well prepared for the storm, their real difficulty is that one of them is a murderer. However, weather, severe or otherwise, needn’t be life threatening to be a plot point. Although alarming, a tornado’s brief appearance in All the Living by C. E. Morgan merely threatens protagonists Aloma and Orren, reminding them that they need some contact with the world beyond their farm.[‡]
Symbolic and Moody Weather
In her article about the role weather plays in literature, Kathryn Schultz discusses how weather went from “mythical to metaphorical”, “with atmospheric conditions…stand[ing] in for the human condition”.[§] Schultz observes that such representations may to refer to individuals, relationships, or societies. Mary Tyrone, a woman suffering from morphine addiction in Eugene O’Neill’s play Long Day’s Journey into Night, declares that she loves the fog because of its ability to conceal the world. Fog, of course, represents the addicted state into which Mary escapes from unpleasant realities such as her son’s illness. The presence of snow in Richard Wright’s novel Native Son, however, works at the societal level. Through much of the novel, Bigger Thomas is surrounded snow, a subtle allusion to how his existence as a black man is circumscribed and controlled by white society.
Symbolic or not, weather in fictional works help authors set the mood. How a writer characterizes the weather in a fictional account will dictate the reader’s emotional response. In the opening lines of “The Story-Teller”, we’re told it’s a “hot afternoon” and that “the railway carriage was correspondingly sultry” (129).[**] Already, readers feel the wearying, perhaps irritable quality of this journey even before we learn that the “unsympathetic” bachelor will share an hour’s train ride with three boisterous children and their aunt, a woman who is ill adept at entertaining her charges (129). Similarly, the fog symbolizing Mary’s addiction in Long Day’s Journey also establishes an atmosphere of tension early in the play. Mary remarks that that the foghorn’s warnings kept her awake and unsettled her nerves. Yet, her family (particularly son Jamie) are all too aware that such restlessness is a symptom of her drug use and check for signs of addiction, something which makes her self-conscious and more nervous.
Scrying the skies for portents of poor weather to modern weather forecasts are among the numerous ways humanity has attempted to tell the future of weather. Yet weather, often working in conjunction with mood, can hint at events to come in fiction. In The Great Gatsby,[‡‡] the warm breeze fills Nick with “the familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer” (8). Nick’s reflection suggests renewal is in the offing: Nick will reacquaint himself with Daisy and Tom just as Gatsby will restart his love affair with Daisy. In a different vein, Zora Neale Hurston presages a devastating hurricane in Their Eyes Were Watching God with several events, among them an animal exodus and the uncanny stillness of the wind. Many, Janie and Tea Cake among them, choose to remain because they think the storm will not be severe. Before he leaves, ‘Lias attempts to persuade the couple to accompany him by stating “dis muck is too low and dat big lake is liable tuh bust” (148).[§§] As predicted, the lake floods, forcing everyone remaining to flee to high ground.
Using meteorological metaphors, as discussed in Schultz’s article, provides information about characters, ranging from physical characteristics to personality traits (replying icily, for example, uses weather to indicate displeasure). Conversations about weather also can reveal information about characters. In Robert Frost’s narrative poem, “Home Burial”,[†††] clashing notions of appropriate grieving coupled with an offhand remark about weather precipitate a rupture. The husband’s clumsy attempts to speak of their dead child infuriates his wife, particularly when he suggests she overly grieves. Infuriated, Amy accuses him of lacking feeling, given how casually (to her mind) he dug the child’s grave (ln71–78) and discussed his “every day concerns” (ln 86):
‘Three foggy mornings and one rainy morning
Will rot the best birch fence a man can build.’
Think of it, talk like that at such a time!
What had how long it takes a birch to rot
To do with what was in the darkened parlor?
You couldn’t care….(ln 92–7)
One can almost hear the door slam at the poem’s close.
Drawing from Weather
Weather’s profound effect on humanity is evident when we examine literary works. Beyond its humble role in the setting, it pervades mood, portrays us, and even “plots” against us, just as it does in real life. Utilized wisely, fictional weather helps underscore the thrust of a writer’s story, adding depth and complexity. And that makes weather a dynamic literary device.
What is your favorite example of literary weather? Share it in the comment section below.
[†] This short story was based on the radio broadcast of the same name. Ultimately, Christie transformed the radio play into the famous West End play, The Mousetrap. Familiarity with either play or story will work for this example.
[§] Pathetic fallacy, that is attributing human emotion to inanimate objects in nature, often wears the guise of weather in literature.
[**] Saki. The Best of Saki. London: Penguin Popular Classics, 1994.
[††] I could argue that the hardworking fog in Long Day’s Journey (or at least the foghorn) also foreshadows Mary’s relapse. But, I thought I’d reward this example with the rest of the day off, since it’d already done so much.
[‡‡] Fitzgerald, F. Scott. The Great Gatsby. Cambridge: Cambridge U Press, 1991.
[§§] Hurston, Zora Neale. Their Eyes Were Watching God. New York: Harper & Row, 1990.
[†††] Frost, Robert. Robert Frost: Poetry and Prose. New York: Henry Holt, 1984.


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Saturday evening was densely foggy. Although it was chilly, I was itching to try out my new lens. I wandered around our apartment courtyard and down by the lake. With the fog, the rolling waves and the fog horn sounding in the distance, it was so peaceful—and it was the first time I had been down to the water's edge since the snow had melted away.
After playing around for a while and testing the settings on my lens, I turned around and noticed a man walking out on the rocks. I really liked the way his silhouette looked against the mist, so captured a few frames. This one was my favorite. Even though you can't see Lake Michigan at all, I love the thick, layered fog and the calming feeling of this shot.


Have you ever wondered if coyotes pose a threat to humans? Recent incidents in Stanley Park, Vancouver, have raised concerns about the possibility of coyote attacks on people.
In the months between December 2020 and March 2023, over 40 attacks have been reported in Stanley Park, including incidents where individuals were bitten on the leg while walking or running on a trail.
In this article, we’ll delve into the topic of coyote encounters and whether these wild animals could be a genuine danger to you and your loved ones.
As coyotes continue to adapt to urban environments, their presence has become increasingly noticeable. While these animals are generally known to avoid humans, cases like the ones in Stanley Park have shown that encounters with people are not unheard of.
To better understand the risks involved and how to mitigate them, we have analyzed the available data on documented coyote attacks on humans, focusing primarily on recent cases.
As you read on, you’ll learn about the frequency of coyote attacks, the circumstances under which they occur, and some useful tips to keep yourself safe while coexisting with these intriguing creatures.
We aim to provide you with a comprehensive and educational resource to paint a well-rounded picture of the relationship between coyotes and humans.
Recent Coyote Attacks in Stanley Park Vancouver
The aggressive encounters in Stanley Park have been a cause for concern among local residents and officials. More than 35 attacks were documented between December 2020 and August 2021, with three attacks occurring within just one week. Most of these incidents took place between dusk and dawn, posing a potential risk to visitors during those hours.
In response to this surge of attacks, conservation officers have implemented several measures to address the issue. Some of those efforts included closing Stanley Park overnight in late summer 2021 to cull the coyotes involved in aggressive attacks, a move that officials say has improved the situation (CBC).
Experts have been working to understand the reason for the abnormal behavior of these coyotes. It is speculated that their aggressiveness might be linked to people feeding the animals or the coyotes associating humans with food (CTV News).
Coyote Behavior and Aggression
Let’s explore some factors contributing to coyote aggression and the role of human behavior in such incidents.
Factors Contributing to Aggression
Several factors can contribute to heightened aggression in coyotes. Some key factors include:
- Competition for resources: As humans expand into coyote habitats, the availability of natural prey may decrease, leading coyotes to seek alternative food sources, including human-related sources.
- Protecting territory or offspring: Like many wild animals, coyotes may become aggressive if they perceive a threat to their territory or young.
- Rabies: Coyotes infected with rabies can display erratic and aggressive behavior, posing a threat to humans.
These factors can increase the likelihood of a coyote encountering humans and potentially attacking.
On a personal note, while living in the Canadian Rockies, we would commonly see coyotes along the roads and trails, and we never really felt threatened. In fact, we were often enthralled with the songs of coyotes in the evenings as we snuggled up inside our cozy cabin in the woods. We would tell our young son that the coyotes were having a party, so there was a strong element of fun involved as we listened to the coyotes yipping.
Urban Coyotes and Habituation
As coyotes adapt to living in urban environments, they may lose their natural fear of humans, a process known as habituation. Between 1977 and 2015, 367 coyote attacks on humans were reported in the U.S. and Canada, including some cases where coyotes appeared habituated to human presence.
Several strategies can help manage conflict between coyotes and humans in urban areas:
- Educate the public on coyote behavior and how to coexist safely with these animals.
- Improve waste management practices to minimize coyotes’ access to human-related food sources.
- Implement coyote conflict management techniques to alter coyotes’ behavior, such as hazing and deterrents.
Understanding the factors that contribute to coyote aggression and taking steps to manage human-coyote interactions can help reduce the likelihood of attacks and promote peaceful coexistence between humans and these adaptable animals.
Coyote Attack Statistics
Although coyote attacks on humans are relatively rare, it is essential to be aware of the statistics and recent incidents to remain informed and cautious.
According to Urban Coyote Research, (Gehrt and White, 2009) an analysis of coyote attacks on humans in the United States and Canada shows that there have been 142 reported incidents resulting in 159 victims between 1960 and 2006. Most attacks were classified as predatory (37%) or investigative (22%) in nature. It is important to note that the number of reported attacks is nearly equal between adults and children.
A more recent study from Utah State University (Baker and Timm, 2017) documented 367 attacks on humans by coyotes from 1977 through 2015, with 165 of these attacks occurring in California. Out of the 348 total victims of coyote attacks, 209 (60%) were adults, and 139 (40%) were children (age ≤10 years).
Here’s a breakdown of coyote attack statistics to keep in mind:
- Annual dog bites in the US: 4.6 million
- Fatal attacks by dogs on humans: 25 per year
- Coyote bites: 8 per year
- Fatal attacks by coyotes on humans: 0.06 per year (source)
When comparing these numbers, it becomes evident that coyote attacks are far less frequent than dog attacks.
However, the recent incidents in Vancouver serve as a reminder to always be vigilant and take necessary precautions when you’re in areas known for coyote activity.
Preventing Coyote Attacks
In this section, we’ll provide safety tips for humans, and discuss how managing coyote populations can help reduce the risk of attacks.
Safety Tips for Humans
When it comes to dealing with coyotes, your safety is of utmost importance.
If you are ever faced with an aggressive coyote, it is important to stand your ground and make loud noises to try to scare the coyote away. Do not turn your back and run, as this may trigger the coyote’s predatory instincts and cause it to chase you.
If the coyote continues to approach, throw rocks or other objects in its direction to deter it.
Here are some steps you can take to minimize potential encounters and avoid conflicts with these animals:
- Maintain a safe distance if you spot a coyote.
- Avoid feeding coyotes or leaving food sources (such as pet food, garbage, or compost) accessible.
- Install proper fencing around your property to deter coyotes from entering.
- Supervise pets and small children while outdoors, especially during dusk and dawn when coyotes are most active.
- Carry a whistle or some other noise-making device to scare off coyotes if necessary.
- Report aggressive or fearless coyotes to local authorities immediately, as aggressive coyote behavior can be a sign of a larger problem in the area.
Managing Coyote Populations
Responsible management of coyote populations is essential to reducing the risk of attacks on humans. This includes:
- Implementing non-lethal methods to control the population, such as sterilization or relocation.
- Utilizing public education and awareness campaigns to inform people about coyotes and their behavior.
- Partnering with groups like the Humane Society or local wildlife organizations for guidance on coyote management strategies.
By taking these precautionary measures and actively managing coyote populations, you can protect yourself and your community from potential coyote attacks.
Coyotes and Public Perception
When you hear about coyotes, it’s natural to be concerned about their potential threat to humans. While incidents do occur, coyote attacks on people are relatively rare. Even with the attacks in Stanley Park, Vancouver, such occurrences are generally uncommon when considering the numerous opportunities coyotes have to interact with humans and their pets throughout North America.
Still, it’s essential to recognize that as urban environments continue to expand, coyotes and humans are coming into contact more often. This inevitably leads to more human-coyote interactions that may cause concern.
When talking about human-coyote encounters, it’s important to distinguish between aggressive behavior and self-defence. Due to hunting or other threats, coyotes may perceive humans as dangerous and react accordingly. Moreover, if a coyote feels cornered or threatened, it may also become defensive.
On the other hand, there have been cases where coyotes become accustomed to humans and lose their natural fear. An overfamiliarity with humans can sometimes lead to incidents, as coyotes may no longer see people as a source of danger.
To discourage coyotes from becoming comfortable around humans, hazing techniques can be employed, such as raising your voice or clapping your hands to create discomfort for the animal and maintain a safe distance.
Public perception of coyotes can be heavily influenced by the media and the occasional sensationalized story, leading to an overestimation of the actual risk.
The reality is that coyote attacks on humans are uncommon when compared with the sheer number of interactions between people and these wild animals. By keeping your distance and understanding their behavior, you can minimize the risk of conflict.
Increasing our awareness and knowledge about coyotes is an essential step in fostering mutual respect and coexistence. Remember, a balanced ecosystem depends on predators like coyotes, who help control other animal populations.
Without predators, the numbers of herbivores like rabbits and deer can easily exceed the carrying capacity of an area, with negative impacts on the vegetation and other animals.
As we learn to share our urban spaces with wildlife, it’s crucial to take a proactive stance and adopt responsible practices that allow both humans and coyotes to thrive.
When we look at the data on coyote attacks, it is clear that coyotes can pose a threat to humans.
However, understanding their behavior and taking proper precautions can significantly reduce the risk of an attack on you or your loved ones.
While coyote attacks on humans are relatively rare, they can still happen. Make sure to stay aware of your surroundings and avoid known coyote territories, especially during their breeding and pup-rearing seasons. Keep your pets on a leash, and never feed or approach wild coyotes, as this can encourage aggressive behavior.
It’s important to educate yourself and others about coyote behavior and how to respond in case of an encounter. By following guidelines such as standing tall, making loud noises, and throwing objects to scare them away, you can demonstrate dominance and discourage an attack.
Lastly, remember the importance of cooperation with local authorities and wildlife agencies to ensure the well-being of both humans and coyotes. As communities grow and encroach on wildlife habitats, finding ways to coexist is crucial for the safety and protection of all involved.
Baker, R. and Timm, R. 2017. Coyote attacks on humans, 1970–2015: implications for reducing the risks. Human–Wildlife Interactions 11(2):120–132, Fall 2017. https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1387&context=hwi
Bekoff, Marc. Coyotes: Dispelling Myths About Who They Are, What They Do. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/animal-emotions/201712/coyotes-dispelling-myths-about-who-they-are-what-they-do
Gehrt, S. and White, L. 2009. Coyote Attacks on Humans in the US And Canada. Urban Coyote Research Project. Human Dimensions of Wildlife, 14:419–432, 2009 DOI: 10.1080/10871200903055326 UHDW 1087-1209 1533-158X https://urbancoyoteresearch.com/resource/coyote-attacks-humans-us-and-canada
Guardian 2021, Mystery over surge in coyote attacks in Vancouver park https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/aug/24/mystery-over-surge-in-coyote-attacks-in-vancouver-park
Pawson, Chad, 2022. CBC.ca. Vancouver officials optimistic changes in Stanley Park are bringing aggressive coyote attacks to heel. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/stanley-park-aggressive-coyote-attacks-situation-improved-2022-1.6501269
Pester, Patrick, 2021. Coyotes. Livescience.com: Facts about the wily members of the Canidae family. https://www.livescience.com/27976-coyotes.html


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The earmule is an electrical device that plugs into your ear, and can amplify sound from the environment.
Earmole devices are used in a number of settings, including to improve hearing in children, but the most common uses for them are in audio devices.
Using an earmace can give you better sound clarity than using a normal hearing aid earpiece, and it can also help you hear what’s happening in the environment around you.
How to find earmoles, which can fit your ear and make hearing betterIn order to find your perfect earmia, you will need to get a hearing aid that is compatible with your ear.
For instance, if you have an old pair of earmotes, a pair of hearing aids that you’ve been using for a while, or an earring that you bought in the past, you may need to find one that’s compatible with both ears.
If you do not have a hearing device that you can use, it’s likely that there are two or more earmodes that can fit you perfectly.
If you have the option of finding a hearing aids earmode, be sure to find it with a pair that fits your ears, and one that can amplify your sound at a very low volume.
You may also want to consider the type of hearing aid you want, as some earmores are able to amplify the sound of a device, and this can help improve the sound quality.
Once you have a pair or earmape that fits you perfectly, you can then make the most of the device by selecting the earmote that is right for you.
You will want to keep in mind that earmods are designed to work with hearing aids devices, and there are a number that work perfectly with your hearing aids device.
These earmoses are usually fitted with a cord, and the cord is attached to your hearing aid device.
If your hearing is limited, you’ll want to find a pair with a flexible cord that is flexible enough to allow the cord to be removed without affecting the functionality of your hearing.
There are several earmome that can be used with your device, but we’ve rounded up the best earmomies that you will find in order to help you find the right earmomo.
If your hearing loss is affecting your ability to hear, you should also consider a hearing protection device, such as a hearing protector, that can help reduce the sound level that you may hear.
The best ear mome for hearing lossEarmomoes are also a great way to improve your hearing, as they will help to make your ears feel better, while also helping to enhance your hearing by adjusting the sound that your ears receive from your hearing devices.
You may have heard earmometers are a useful addition to your earmear, as you can measure how loud your hearing levels are and adjust them accordingly.
This is especially useful when you are having difficulty hearing things that you should be hearing, such to music or conversations.
Earmometers have been around for years, and they can be quite handy to have if you find yourself struggling to hear things that your ear would normally pick up.
Ear mometers are typically fitted with wires that attach to your ears.
You may find that these earmoms can fit around your ear or around your hearing device, or you can also wear them under the ear, which may work in a similar way to earmolds.
Earmeters work by projecting sound to your auditory canal, and you can find earmeters that work with your iPhone, iPad, or Android smartphone.
The best-known earmeter earphonesFor some people, earmometry is an integral part of their daily life.
This can be because they are often used in the workplace, or because it’s a part of regular training sessions that they take to improve their hearing.
Some people are also able to see how much noise they are making, and thus how much sound they need to hear to function well.
If this is the case, then you’ll find earmeter earphones that work well in your ears when they are fitted with earrings that have a flexible design.
These earmems are often made from silicone, but they can also be made from metal, which is a much better choice.
In addition, earmetering earphones can also have earplugs that allow you to adjust the amount of sound that is being heard to improve the quality of your listening.
Earmetering is one of the most important aspects of your ear health, and earmometers are among the most effective hearing aids available.
Earmeter earmobiles are usually sold in a variety of sizes, and some earmeter ears can also work with a variety other earmomes.
The most popular earmometer earmocities include earmood earphones, earrings


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Larry Mullen Jr had a front-row seat to watch his band U2 play at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
The drummer underwent neck surgery and was unable to take part in the Las Vegas residency. Bram van den Berg, who is the drummer for Krezip, performed with Bono, The Edge and Adam Clayton for the 40-show residency.
Larry, 62, reunited with the band on Friday night as he enjoyed the band's second-last show from a special box seat. Bono said: "Not since October 1978 have we played shows without Larry Mullen Jr and it's only right I start by introducing the man who saved the day when Larry Mullen could not make it.
"His name is already legend around here to people who can pronounce it. The flying while sitting-in Dutchman, Bram van den Berg on drums", reports The Irish Mirror.
Before the concert, there were rumors that Larry might take to the stage at The Sphere for the last two concerts. But Bono said: "The rumors that Larry will be playing with us tonight are not true sadly. But he is here with us!
"That is the man who pinned the note on the notice board at Mount Temple Comprehensive School all those years ago. And we are very grateful that he did and that he's here with us tonight.
"We wish him a speedy, speedy, speedy recovery. We love you, Larry Mullen Jr".
He dedicated the final song, Beautiful Day, to the band's drummer. Bono said: "It's a beautiful night Larry, and this is Beautiful Day." Bono changed the lyrics and sang, "Larry Mullen, you're beautiful."
Mullen later said it was an "emotional" night for him. He said: "What an incredible night at the Sphere. So grateful to Bono, Edge and Adam and of course Bram for an amazing job. Very emotional night for me personally."
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Austin-based AIC Ventures has been snapping up large commercial properties, mostly located out of state, for much of the past year. The most recent acquisition is the 135,000-square-foot AR Metallizing Ltd. factory in Franklin, Mass.
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Wrap up some down-home Southern flavor with these tasty Southern Veggie Wraps. Lima beans, black-eyed peas and okra are spiced up with a dash of hot sauce for a delicious vegetarian wrap that is under 250 calories.
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 ears corn, kernels cut off and cobs discarded
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup baby lima beans
1 cup canned black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 lb okra, cut into 1/3-inch slices
3/4 lb (1 pint) cherry tomatoes, halved
3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar, or to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 Tbsp hot sauce, or to taste
1/8 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
8 flour tortillas (6-inch diameter)
- In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until softened. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in corn, jalapeños, lima beans, black-eyed peas, okra and tomatoes and cook, stirring, until vegetables are tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in vinegar, basil, hot sauce, salt and black pepper to taste.
- Lay the tortillas on a flat surface. Fill the tortillas with the vegetable mixture. Roll and serve.
Serving size: 1 wrap
Per Serving: Calories: 225 Fat: 5g Saturated Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 290mg Carbohydrates: 38g Fiber: 7g Protein: 7g
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Cameron D'Ambrosio, 18, an amateur rapper and Methuen High School student, admitted Wednesday to having written a post on his Facebook page that said, "[Expletive] a boston bominb wait till u see the [expletive] I do, I'ma be famous rapping, and beat every murder charge that comes across me!" [sic], according to court documents, the Boston Herald reported.
Police learned of the threats after a student alerted a school official, the Herald writes.
School Superintendant Judith Scannell said D'Ambrosio's threats weren't made against a specific person or the school, but alluded to general violence, according to the North Jefferson News.
"When we're just recovering from what occurred in Boston, to make a threat and use what occurred in Boston to enhance your threat, is extremely alarming for us," Methuen Police Chief Joseph Solomon said at a press conference after D'Ambrosio was apprehended.
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Everyone says their City is the home of tailgating. But, if you aren’t from Philadelphia — you are wrong. Philadelphia is the Home of Tailgating.
Philadelphia is known for many things – from its cheesesteaks to its passionate sports fans. But one of the most beloved traditions in Philly is tailgating. Whether it’s before an Eagles game or a Phillies game, tailgating has become a ritual for fans of all ages. In this article, we’ll explore why Philly is the home of tailgating culture and what makes it so special.
The History of Tailgating in Philly
Tailgating in Philly dates back to the early 1950s when the Eagles played at Connie Mack Stadium. Fans would park their cars outside the stadium and set up grills, coolers, and lawn chairs for a pre-game party. Over time, tailgating became more elaborate and sophisticated, with fans bringing everything from TVs to tents to make their tailgating experience more comfortable.
Tailgating has become so popular in Philly that it’s now a part of the city’s culture. Fans arrive hours before the game to set up their tailgating spot, cook up some food, and hang out with friends and family. Tailgating is more than just a pre-game party; it’s a way for fans to connect with one another and show their support for their favorite teams.
What Makes Philly The Home of Tailgating
There are a few things that make Philly’s tailgating culture unique. For one, the city’s passion for sports is unmatched. Whether it’s the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, or Sixers, fans in Philly are known for their unwavering loyalty to their teams. This passion extends to tailgating, where fans go all out to show their support.
Another thing that makes Philly’s tailgating culture special is the food. Philly is known for its delicious food, and being the home of tailgating is no exception. From hoagies and soft pretzels to cheesesteaks and roast pork sandwiches, there’s no shortage of tasty treats to enjoy before the game. And of course, no tailgate is complete without a cold beer or two.
And, when it comes to Eagles tailgating, one spot that can’t be missed is the JETRO lot. Located near Lincoln Financial Field, the JETRO lot is a popular spot for Eagles fans to tailgate before the game. The lot is known for its rowdy atmosphere and die-hard fans who go all out to show their support for the team. From grilling up some of the best cheesesteaks in the city to playing games like cornhole and beer pong, there’s no shortage of fun to be had at the JETRO lot. It’s the perfect spot to experience the excitement and energy of Eagles tailgating culture in Philly. [But experience the Philly Home of Tailgating here at your own risk.]
Finally, Philly’s is special because it’s a community. Fans from all walks of life come together to share in the pre-game festivities. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, you’re sure to be welcomed with open arms at a Philly tailgate — just make sure to wear the right colors.


Bristol County Water Authority crews were working to repair a water main break along Hopeworth Avenue in Bristol on Friday, January 5 2018.
By Scott Pickering
The frigid temperatures that have made life difficult above the ground are making it equally difficult under the ground. For three days, water mains have been bursting throughout Bristol County, and crews have been chasing the leaks and repairing ruptured pipes amid some of the coldest, sustained weather the region has ever experienced.
On Friday, one crew repaired a burst main along Hopeworth Avenue in Bristol, while another worked on a main along State Street in downtown Bristol. In both cases, road crews from the Bristol County Water Authority had to shut down water to the surrounding neighborhood while they worked.
Since Tuesday, multiple mains have burst in Barrington, Warren and Bristol.
Water Authority Executive Director Pamela Marchand said, “We’ve been working around the clock.”
Fixing the water mains is brutal work, as crews have to dig at least six feet beneath the soaked roadway, trying not to get soaked in the process, and either replace sections of pipe or put large sleeves on them to seal the leaks. They work in wet, muddy holes, often without gloves, because they need finger dexterity to manipulate the tools and finish the repairs.
Ms. Marchand said the cold and wind make life very difficult, but the snowstorm created an entirely new challenge. “Right now, our main problem is finding them,” she said.
When a pipe bursts, the water ultimately finds its way to the surface. But with so much snow covering roads, sidewalks and intersections, it can be difficult to even see the water.
Ms. Marchand said they suspect another leak on the east side of Metacom Avenue, because the authority’s high pressure water tank is draining much quicker than it should be.
The breaks are occurring for two reasons. First, the cold temperatures are extending the frost line deeper and deeper. Ms. Marchand said the earth is frozen up to two feet deep at this point. That frozen, expanding earth can create enormous pressure on the pipes beneath.
Secondly, she said dramatic changes in temperature wreak havoc beneath the surface. “It was cold, then it warmed up, then it got very, very cold,” she said. “You start getting a lot of ground movement with all those changes in the weather.”
Ground movement is not good for the water authority’s miles of old, cast iron water mains. As the ground expands, shifts and moves, the pipes don’t bend, they break.
On Friday afternoon, Ms. Marchand predicted they would be chasing and repairing broken water mains for the foreseeable future. She also warns that people may start seeing their service lines freeze.
“We highly recommend that people run water to their faucets, even if it’s just a trickle,” she said. Moving water can help prevent frozen pipes.
Despite the brutal conditions, she said crews will continue working to keep the water system operational. “We have a terrific staff, and they working really hard right now,” she said
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