At 2nd July Eidos released The Mustang Pack, dropping a bunch of brand new units and more, straight into BS:P. Featuring six new units, the Mustang Pack allows you to customise your battles in both single and multiplayer modes even further.
Amongst the units, you'll be able to take to the skies in the legendary US P-51 Mustang bomber escort, a late entry to the Pacific campaign but one which made its mark in Europe as a deadly force; or control the seas with the US Navy’s Alaska Class, giving the upper hand with a large and heavily armed ‘cruiser killer’; or how about the Super Yamato Class, a huge behemoth of a ship which, had it left the drawing board, would have outclassed the Yamato in every way with the potential to be the most powerful battleship in history.
|MUSTANG UNIT PACK GAMEPLAY
List and screenshots of units included in Mustang Unit Pack is listed below:
| USA UNITS
Heavy cruiser Alaska
Super battleship Montana
| IJN UNITS
Torpedo cruiser Kuma
Battleship Super Yamato
- For 100 points, this unit is the Japanese equivalent to the B-29 - similar, but ever so slightly different.
- The G5N Liz retains the same speed as other Japanese bombers.
- It also packs an excellent defensive armament – 20mm machine guns.
- The Liz is stronger than a B-17 bomber but weaker than a B-29.
- The Liz still remains the strongest Japanese heavy bomber.
- Force Z can be destroyed even faster now.
- The P-51 Mustang is fast like a Corsair and maneuverable like a Hellcat. A deadly combination.
- In almost every combat situation the Mustang is easy to fly even for a rookie pilot.
- In the hands of an ace pilot however, the Mustang is an extremely deadly weapon.
- Mustangs have mounts for two 200lbs bombs or six rockets (for anti-ship missions). Yes, they have six rockets.
- Mustangs cannot stand the combined firepower of the Shindens though – be aware when you are making head-on passes against them.
- The favorite dish of the Mustangs is the Ohka, along with its carrier. But they have also been known to chew on destroyers when equipped with rockets.
- The cost? Only 100 points. A steal for air superiority like this!
- The Alaska costs 200 points - this baby is both powerful and BIG.
- The Alaska is stronger than any of the other cruisers afloat – but her size does make for a slightly easier target.
- With a top speed of 28 knots, she's similar to other heavy cruisers – but in terms of maneuverability behaves almost like a battleship.
- The Alaska captures islands faster than other cruisers – just like a battleship.
- A 12-inch shell fired by the Alaska does almost as much damage as a normal battleship shell, thanks to the excellent build quality of the gun and projectile. Here's a simple formula to explain that further: More damage = more fun.
- The Alaska has the second best AA weaponry amongst the cruisers, the only better ship is the Atlanta, which while able to do serious damage to battleships and battlecruisers, lacks the armor protection for a direct engagement with enemy capital ships. Not so much a problem with the Alaska.
- Despite being almost as big as a battleship, the Alaska counts as a heavy cruiser in BS:P – you can request and build one everywhere you have access to heavy cruisers.
- You will almost certainly crack a smile when using the Alaska in single-player US missions.
- Against them, anything will do – treat them like battleships with less endurance. And of course, as always, don’t forget the subs.
Kuma Torpedo Cruiser
- The Kuma Torpedo Cruiser will set you back 150 points.
- The ship has a massive 40 torpedo tubes, 20 on each side. This is serious torpedo power. Imagine having more than one torpedo cruiser. :)
- The Kuma Torpedo Cruisers are similar to the standard Kuma in terms of armor and maneuverability.
- Unfortunately the AA guns weren’t replaced - so the Kuma Torpedo Cruisers still lack effective AA weaponry.
- Seaplanes and a gun turret were removed to make room for the torpedo tubes.
- Top tip! - Launch a deadly salvo of torpedoes first – then turn to the other side and launch another one for a devastating attack.
- Avoid getting too close to the enemy, as you can bet that they will always target you first.
- Against them use air power – as they only have four machine guns for air defense.
- And remember, the maximum range of the Long Lance torpedoes is just over 3000 meters or, 1.6 nautical miles. Try to launch your torps from the maximum range.
- They both cost 300 points each.
- The Montana is slower and less maneuverable than the Iowa with a 21 knot top speed.
- The Super Yamato is slower and less maneuverable than the Yamato with a top speed (just pipping the Montana) of 23 knots.
- The Montana’s armour is only slightly weaker than the Yamato’s and the Super Yamato’s.
- The Super Yamato has seriously strong AA defense, thanks to the turrets also used on the Akizuki class destroyers.
- The Montana’s AA defense is roughly equal to that of the Iowa.
- Five direct hits from the Super Yamato’s main gun will sink a destroyer almost every time.
- The Montana has the deadliest long-range broadside in the game: Twelve 16 inch guns and extreme accuracy, even on maximum range.
- A single shell from the Super Yamato’s 20 inch guns does more than double damage than any other standard battleship shell in the game… for real.
- If a Montana is able to fire all main guns on you, you're in serious trouble - try to evade as soon as possible.
- If you are close to the Super Yamato, you really don’t have much time left - the short range prevents any evasive action. Avoid.
- It’s really good fun to re-play the single player missions with both ships. :)
- The Yamato and the Iowa still remain viable options in Island capture and Duel modes.
After this, the Mustang Pack brings you 18 new pieces of nose art:
The Mustang Pack, priced at 160 Microsoft points, is available to download on Marketplace from July 2nd for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Games for Windows LIVE.


Ground was broken this morning on Hoboken’s waterfront for a 500,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art, office-retail building. Pearson, a leading educational company, will be the main tenant.
The planned 14-story building will be the only Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Silver-certified waterfront office building in New Jersey. It marks the start of the last phase of a 1.5 million-square-foot, three-building complex at Waterfront Corporate Center III.
The project is a partnership with SJP properties and USAA Real Estate. Pearson will lease 200,000 square feet. SJP is marketing the building’s available office space on floors seven through 14.
Approximately 25,000 square feet has been allocated for retail use on the ground level.
New Jersey Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno said in a statement that the construction is a sign “New Jersey’s highly skilled labor force and vibrant city centers are continuing to attract significant investment to the benefit of the entire state.”
Hoboken Mayor Dawn Zimmer added: “Welcoming a world-class corporate neighbor such as Pearson is a tremendous boon for Hoboken and will add to both the economic engine and the vitality of our community.
Pearson is relocating 900 employees from its current offices in Upper Saddle River and Old Tappan and plans to move in in 2014, when the building is scheduled for completion. Richard Berzine & Company and Jones Lang LaSalle represented Pearson in the lease transaction. SJP Properties was represented in house.
The development at 221 River Street is expected to create more than 600 construction jobs. PNC Real Estate is providing construction financing for the building, along with co-lenders U.S. Bank and Peoples Bank.
As part of the development, SJP is constructing a 200-car underground, and tenants will be afforded access to a fitness center in the adjacent Waterfront Corporate Center II. The complex is located next to the W Hotel and is within steps of the Hoboken Terminal.
“Waterfront Corporate Center III is a continuation of our long-standing history developing premier, build-to-suit developments in prime locations that offer all of the latest technology and sustainability features that today’s leading-edge companies demand,” Steven J. Pozycki, chairman and CEO of SJP Properties, said in a statement.
Designed by HLW International architects, Waterfront Corporate Center III overlooks the Hudson River and New York City. The building will will feature state-of-the-art air quality controls, full-time building security, interior loading, and 10-passenger elevators, as well as flexible, highly efficient floor plates and floor-to-ceiling glass windows that permit natural light to deep into the floors.


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music for easter
Two albums which go especially well with the many facets of rejoicing at the Easter season (Passover and spring, as well) are Hanneke Cassel’s Some Melodious Sonnet, a collection of original and traditional fiddle tunes grounded in Scottish tradition, and Shannon Heaton’s The Blue Dress, which comprises lively and thoughtful adventures in Irish flute. Both of these women are fine interpreters of traditional music, and gifted composers as well. Give a listen.
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About 3 years ago, I began losing my way.
Even as I was finally finding it.
It was summer 2015, and my blog was exploding. Three million people would visit my website in just 3 days while I finished writing my 2nd book in a mountain cabin nestled at the edge of a meadow in middle Idaho. My email list and my social media doubled, quadrupled … blew up. My coaching practice – and my income – jumped exponentially within a few weeks.
I was finally able to afford an exclusive, expensive retreat in the Australian Outback with my own life coach at that time. I could finally afford to study in person with David Deida, the man whose work changed how I see not just relationships, but the world entire.
The professional success I’d dreamed of was finally coalescing around me.
Silvy came to me that summer, too. I found her in a Facebook message while I was at that mountain cabin. In fact, the very night before we first chatted, I sat alone in a steamy hottub sipping champagne, celebrating what was now unfolding. I looked up to the stars and spoke aloud into a crisp night sky my desire – and my readiness – to share this magical life with someone extraordinary. I vowed this would be my last solo adventure without a beloved to share it.
Two months later, Silvy and I finally met in a cafe in Los Angeles, and I was immediately slayed.
Everything I’d ached decades for was coming to me fast.
Soon after, it all began to fall apart.
Just 6 months later, Silvy would break up with me and insist I let her go.
At precisely the same time, the coach I paid over $40,000 to work with – we were also partnering in business and writing a book together – was betraying my trust and abusing my boundaries, repeatedly, in devastating ways. And then she fired me as her client in a bizarre public fit of facebook fury after I failed to perfectly follow some vague guidance she believed she’d given me precisely.
But I was finally realizing how much I’d given my power over to this coach, and how gladly and mercilessly she’d taken it (I can’t tell you how much this painful lesson has informed how I coach my own clients). So I breathed and began letting her go, too.
My life was unraveling as quickly as it had come together.
Here’s the worst part:
During this time, I stopped writing.
I stopped creating.
Even as Silvy and I got back together a few weeks later and our relationship took on an exciting new dimension, which would fuel a new world of insight that could serve my writing and creativity, I was shaken to my core.
I was loathe to ever hurt Silvy (again). She’s far more private than I, and my provocative, tell-all style, which it seemed had brought me so much success, made it challenging to write in ways that would thrill and fulfill me, yet still honor her boundaries. You can’t even imagine what she’s been through to create healthy boundaries for herself; but do so she must, for without ‘em she takes on the whole world’s pain.
So it’s been essential I learn how to honor her boundaries, of course in ways that honor mine, too. (this was a major source of inspiration for our online program, “Boundaries: Relationships Suck Without ‘Em!”)
Also – and I didn’t realize this then – but the success that had suddenly overtaken me in that mountain cabin was also paralyzing me.
The demands of an exploding coaching practice and readership were overwhelming me. I felt enslaved to the insatiable appetite of the social media beast, which my previous business team had created without my permission (because I never wanted it).
I had also become more fearful about writing what my newfound fans wouldn’t want to read. Like every blogger who hunts the sacred white whale of massive readership, I didn’t want to see my swollen email list or bloated social media losing weight, though the weight of it all was crushing my creative spirit.
So I mostly just stopped writing.
I certainly stopped writing what I really wanted to write about.
I stopped doing the art I most loved; giving the gift that had made me so successful, and so deeply fulfilled, in fear of losing fame, fortune, family.
Yet despite having most everything I wanted, I would often feel painfully diminished inside.
My trip to west Ireland in early 2018 was an attempt to get that creative spark back. But like a flaccid garden hose that hasn’t been turned on for some time, I could only sputter and spit out mostly undrinkable brown filth.
But I am finding my groove again.
The universe has been sending me reminders, both subtle and blaring, that I’ve got to focus again on what deeply moves my spirit.
The richness of my life depends on it.
I love Silvy. I love coaching people.
But when I don’t write, I die inside. I may as well put myself back in the military, bound by duty to shut down the uniqueness of my wild spirit.
Shut down, I’m no good to anyone.
Not my family. Not my friends. Not my readers nor my clients, who come to me for support to live powerfully in their own lives and relationships, too.
Certainly not Silvy.
Silvy needs (wants) a man lit up and courageous, not scared and shut down, even if that man by his nature is confronting to her own comfort zone.
So I’m committed to writing again.
Not for social media. Not for business. Not to please some (imagined) “fanbase.” Not for Silvy’s approval, either, though I am now always mindful of her boundaries, and I do my best to make sincere repairs when I inevitably violate them.
I write because it is my art, my joy, and because I love serving to awaken and inspire any who read my words, in my unattached hope that they/you will get something profound – some insight, lesson, new practice – that can forever change your life for the massive better.
I commit to writing again because I find a simple, genuine bliss in clicking “publish” after an intense labor of hours, days – sometimes weeks even months – spent crafting carefully chosen words into sentences, paragraphs, pages that tell my stories, spill my secrets, reveal my maps to others, perhaps you, may then move through life with a bit more courage and confidence no matter how ugly or uncertain things may appear, because through my art, your eyes, your heart, are now more keenly attuned to the immense beauty always surrounding you.
Truth: It never matters to me whether 1 or 1 million people read what I write.
Oh, perhaps it matters to my bank account. But it never matters to my bones.
I find I can always die well at the end of any day I committed to writing out my heart, knowing I gave my gift to the world, regardless what she does with it.
Thus, day by day, I courageously find my way, coming ever more alive in the finding of it.
“There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed.”
~ Ernest Hemingway~
What is the gift you know in your bones you must give, regardless what the world does with it?
What happens for you when you don’t give it?
What happens when you do?
Please share your experience in the comments below. (I read ’em all)

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NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Authorities say a fast-moving fire at a commercial building in Newark caused some damages to the site but no injuries.
The fire at the single-story building on Raymond Boulevard was reported shortly after 6 a.m. Tuesday and was brought under control about 50 minutes later. It also spread to an adjacent commercial property before it was brought under control.
The building was damaged by the fire, as was a tractor-trailer, a car and various building materials. And the smoky conditions caused major travel delays in the area and led to a stretch of Raymond Boulevard being briefly closed.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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New Inverse Design Method Accelerates Fuel Cell Development
At Toyota Research Institute of North America, fuel cell researchers are developing a simulation-driven methodology that brings the automaker closer to its vision of creating a global "hydrogen society".
BURLINGTON, MA (MAY 23, 2023) — Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRINA) has developed a new simulation-driven inverse design methodology to accelerate the research and development process for fuel cell flow field plates. The methodology sets key performance objectives and directs algorithms to generate structural flow field forms that fulfill those objectives. The TRINA team engineered this approach by integrating the COMSOL Multiphysics® software into its inverse design workflow.
"We think that the inverse design approach can revolutionize current design practice," says Yuqing Zhou, a research scientist at TRINA. "We are enabling the next step in a long journey, even though we cannot know exactly where that journey will lead." The team at TRINA applied its method to the design of flow field microchannel plates, which direct the movement of fluid reactants in microreactors like hydrogen–oxygen fuel cells.
A metal flow field plate prototype based on one of the TRINA team's generated designs.
TRINA is part of a large network of Toyota R&D teams that are working toward the development of a “hydrogen society”, where fossil fuel-burning engines, heating systems, and generators would be replaced by fuel cells that extract electric current from hydrogen.
"Fuel cell technology has the potential to provide clean energy globally," says Margaret Lemus, VP of Marketing at COMSOL. "To achieve this, the technology needs to become more efficient, and optimizing the designs is an important step. It's exciting to see how simulation empowers researchers to explore different options and make informed decisions that can lead to more efficient fuel cell designs."
Optimizing Designs for Flow, Reaction, or Both
During their research, Zhou and his colleagues recognized that they needed to optimize their design process before they could optimize their designs. "We were seeking an efficient way of approximating what a more complex simulation would show. We have sacrificed some modeling complexity, which actually enables us to explore more elaborate designs in less time," says Zhou.
When their design was optimized for fluid flow, the generated microchannel paths were straight and parallel, with little side branching. When the weighting factors in the objective function were adjusted to prioritize reaction uniformity, the method generated intricate microchannel forms.
Simulation results from the TRINA team's model, showing the pressure distributions resulting from four different microchannel flow field designs.
In a research paper, published in Chemical Engineering Journal, the TRINA team also notes that some have previously experimented with natural-looking, fractal, or hierarchical forms selected a priori for flow field channels. About TRINA's own research, Zhou says, “This is the first time that such large-scale branching flow fields have been discovered using an inverse design approach without assuming prescribed layouts.”
Toyota's journey to developing fuel cells is discussed in further detail in the COMSOL User Story Gallery and in a keynote talk from COMSOL Day: Batteries & Fuel Cells.
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I call my sister to see how she’s doing. The past few months have been rough between setting up a new household, shuffling kids back and forth, and dealing with all the emotional ups and downs of substantial change. And in spite of breaking two lamps in the move, countless hours on the phone and still no internet connection, a clogged vacuum from ridding the van of hay for the miniature pony, she is still being industrious—a family trait—and making homemade pesto from bunches of homegrown basil brought in earlier that day by a coworker.
“I love pesto! Do you like pesto?” she gushes! I can practically hear her inhaling the basil as it is being blended with pine nuts and olive oil. I also hear the whir of the blender in the background. Ouch!
“Yes,” I agree, holding my cell phone at a distance and yelling into the speaker phone. “I love pesto, too.”
“And pine nuts!” she continues. Whirrrrrrr-whirrrr! Double Ouch!
Pine nuts, however, I cannot so enthusiastically endorse. You see, the thought of pine nuts transports me back to a time years when a mysterious metallic taste in my mouth plagues me for weeks. At its worst when drinking my beloved hot coffee, nothing, absolutely nothing tastes good! I am sure I am destined to a life of disturbed taste buds. Payback for….what? So, doing what we all do when facing a question we don’t know the answer to, I Google.
Within seconds I am one of them and have a new definition of PMS to boot: Pine Mouth Sufferers. “Damn You Pine Nuts” becomes my best new Facebook friend, home to tons of other folks who share my symptoms. Here I learn that pickle juice and hot sauce are palatable. I also learn that the Pine Nut, Pinus armandii, a smaller, duller, and more rounded variety than typical pine nuts is thought to be the culprit (a 2011 study in the Journal of Toxicology finds results consistent with this hypothesis).
Side note: Others suggest the aftertaste could be a difference in how people experience the nut (sort of like how some people’s genes make them prone to odoriferous pee after eating asparagus or some people’s genes allow them to detect the smell while others’ do not!?!).
In any event, while I am not ready to endorse the pine nut anytime soon, I certainly don’t have the heart to douse my sister’s enthusiasm. Her industrious spirit inspires me to face the large pot of basil I grew from seed with some sort of plan. Heading to my Trader Joe’s after work, I buy olive oil and parmesan cheese and…not pine nuts, particularly after reading the new disclaimer on the package which warns: Some individuals may experience a reaction to eating pine nuts, characterized by a lingering bitter or metallic taste.
Instead, I am drawn to the bag of comparably priced meaty macadamia nuts next to my metallic mouth nemesis. Macadamia nuts have a creamy texture and mild nutty base perfect for canvasing pesto flavors. Back up plan in place, I head home to begin my own whirring frenzy.
The fun thing about making pesto is that you don’t have to follow a recipe once you know the basic ingredients. It’s really about adding and adjusting to your taste and being creative in the process. Even so, I will share my approximate ratio of ingredients for this metallic free sister inspired batch.
Once Bitten Twice Shy Lemon-Basil-Macadamia Nut PestoFive cups or so loosely packed, washed basil leaves 10 oz. dry roasted macadamia nuts 12 oz. freshly shredded Parmesan Cheese 10 or more plump garlic cloves Juice of two to three Meyer lemons and zest of one (wonderful for flavor and for keeping pesto a vibrant green) One cup Olive Oil, more or less Kosher salt to taste
My on-hand Acme Farms and Kitchens Produce Box additions: Green leafy parts of two to three large Swiss Chard leaves (avoid red stemmed variety for color aesthetics), one plump shallot, one large Poblano pepper.
With the exception of kosher salt, olive oil, and cheese, place all other ingredients in food processor. Slowly add oil while blending. Lastly, blend in cheese and add salt a teaspoon at a time, sampling until desired taste with all ingredients is reached.
Great storage tip: Spray/coat ice-cube trays with canola or olive oil. Spoon pesto into individual ice-cube wells and freeze. Once frozen, remove from tray, wrap individually in foil and place in a freezer bag and return to freezer. Remove a few cubes at a time, defrost, and add to hot steaming pasta for an easy and delicious pesto pasta dinner come winter.
Yield: Three dozen cubes.
Perhaps you have been lucky enough to find a reliable source of pine nuts that don’t leave a bad taste in your mouth–or maybe you are just genetically blessed. As for me, I’ll be playing it safe from now on. Once bitten, twice shy. I think my sister would agree.

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WASHINGTON (2/14/14, UPDATED 2:28 p.m. ET)--Public hearings on the National Credit Union Administration's risk-based capital proposal have been called for by the Credit Union National Association, as the association urged the regulator to address credit unions' "deep-seated concerns" in an interactive setting. <\/p>
In a letter today to NCUA board members, CUNA President/CEO Bill Cheney wrote that hearings would produce an official record of discussions between credit unions and NCUA leadership that, in addition to comment letters, the NCUA board could rely upon to determine the best path for proceeding on the rule.
The CUNA leader noted to the federal regulators that CUNA is "dissecting the agency's stated legal basis for the proposal," and reviewing a January 2012 Government Accountability Office report on the NCUA's use of Prompt Corrective Action. <\/p>
In addition, Cheney wrote that CUNA is thoroughly assessing the impact and costs of the proposed risk-based capital rule to the credit union system. CUNA is comparing the NCUA plan to key provisions of Basel III, the global, regulatory standard that will be implemented for banks through March 31, 2018 on capital adequacy, stress testing and market liquidity risks.<\/p>
"We are objectively considering the extent to which a number of key changes to the proposal would result in an improved outcome for credit unions and minimize any detrimental impact that the proposal would otherwise impose," Cheney said.<\/p>
CUNA continues to urge credit unions to find out as much as possible about the proposal and to send a comment to NCUA within the 90-day comment period provided. (The due date for comments will be set once the proposal is printed in the Federal Register, which has not occurred as of this writing. Watch CUNA'sNews Now for updates.) <\/p>
CUNA estimates that the risk-based capital proposal carries with it a multi-billion dollar price tag for credit unions--perhaps prompting as much as $7.3 billion in more capital to retain current margins.<\/p>
What is most concerning about the impact, Cheney points out, is that it would occur despite the fact the current system showed its strength by withstanding the worst financial crisis in 80 years. <\/p>


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It’s been more than 3 months, yet the wound of Sushant Singh Rajput’s untimely demise hasn’t healed even a bit. While many are calling it a case of suicide, many others believe that Sushant didn’t take his own life and it was a planned murder. A ray of hope came out as the Supreme Court recently handed over the case to CBI and now everyone is waiting for the truth to come out.
Meanwhile, Sushant’s family is still finding it hard to fight the loss. Recently, Sushant’s niece Katyayni Aarya Rajput penned a heart-warming note addressing the late actor by the nickname ‘Gulshan Mamu’.
She shared a lovely picture of her with him and in the caption, she wrote – “Gulshan mama, I love you more than the universe. You were and still are the most precious person to me. I always thought that sometime in the future we would look up at the sky and discuss the mysticism in reality. Your talks about life always mesmerised me and always pushed me to do better, I never thought that I would have to see such a day when I would never be able to hear your voice again. You were more than what others thought of you, you were more than what I thought of you. You were more than what you thought of yourself. You were and still are an unstoppable force of energy that was too much for this world to contain. You once told me that we in reality never really die and I really want to believe you but it gets harder by each and everyday. I just wish I could travel into a parallel universe where the world is a better place and we are together smiling, star-gazing and laughing at the “intellectual” jokes you make.
I always imagined that when I would grow up I would take you to my house, in the hills and see the pride in your eyes as you looked at me with a satisfied smile. I know in some parallel universe I would be fortunate enough to see that, but it pains me when I realise that it would not be this universe.”
“But I must not let my grieve drag me down and hamper my evolution because it would be a shame if I allowed it to happen. Your blood flows through my veins and I intend on making full use out of it. Gulshan mama, I am going to make you proud. I will always love you Gulshan Mama ❤,” she concluded.
Sushant’s fans poured in their love on this emotional note. Some asked Katyayni to stay strong in the difficult times, while others assured that the late actor remains to stay alive in all of our hearts.

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In recent years, academic research on the frequency of financial investigations into illegal wildlife trade (IWT) has been growing, both in volume and in strength of voice. The Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) regularly publishes reports on the movements of profits from IWT, and the Financial Action Taskforce (FATF) – the global anti-money laundering standard setter – has also jurisdictions’ ability to detect related illicit financial flows. A recent RUSI study of financial investigation units (FIUs) in 12 West African countries shows that the rate of wildlife-related financial investigations is very low in the region – only three IWT financial investigations have ever been undertaken across these 12 jurisdictions.
A similar study of East African countries conducted by the Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime uncovered a similar situation and repeated challenges. Ultimately, while the tools to fight illegal profits are present, little energy is exerted against the illegal profiteers in these source countries. There are several suggested reasons for this, from a lack of resources and quality data to an absence of technical training and knowledge. Poor visibility and awareness also pose limitations: as RUSI demonstrated, only 58% of Western African countries surveyed included IWT in their national risk assessments of money laundering and terrorism financing, despite the region’s role as a global hub for illegal wildlife trade (IWT).
The Predicate Offence
One of the largest challenges for financial investigators relates to the predicate offence – the original acquisitive crimes that generate the illegal property under investigation. The regulated sector provides vast amounts of suspicious activity information to law enforcement. In the UK, over 570,000 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) were generated in 2020, yet most financial investigators require or rely on some form of evidence that this financial activity is linked to another crime to obtain a successful money laundering conviction. Suspicion alone, therefore, is rarely adequate: the Crown Prosecution Service and the courts can turn away standalone money laundering cases, getting bogged down in the complexities and definitions of the Proceeds of Crime Act, despite the much quoted R v Anwoir case and it’s ‘irrefutable inference’ line as precedent. It is the justice system’s equivalent of unwitnessed trees falling silently in the woods – if the original crime cannot be proven, did the money really come from an illegal act?
So how do FIUs close the gap between suspicious activity and the lofty requirements of proving a predicate offence? The regulated financial sector is constantly being told it needs to do more – invest, collect, analyse and report. But despite the millions invested, banks and other financial service providers witness these offences through a very narrow lens. They can see eyebrow-raising movements of money and can collect any quantity of open-source data, but this by itself will rarely uncover the exact actions that generated the illegal property. Additionally, the usual type of open-source data routinely scraped and collected from the internet is that of criminal convictions – historic crimes already proven in court and of minimal use to generating new proactive investigations. It is up to FIUs to combine their intelligence with the SARs to generate enough traction to progress an investigation.
To remedy this, one suggestion is to boost the predicate offence information available to FIUs to complement the mountain of suspicious financial data already being collected. Clearly defined LEA support would go beyond the current trend of vaguely demanding more from the regulated sector – which in some jurisdictions generates more data than law enforcement agencies can manage. Appropriate charging and use of databases with IWT intelligence, combined with better-trained and specifically dedicated analysts, could open up new avenues for proactive financial investigations.
The Role of NGOs
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) on the ground in source and destination countries are continuously uncovering information on the actors committing IWT and their methods. These same organisations, in their bid to protect wild spaces from poaching and trafficking, are increasingly assisting local law enforcement through the use of intelligence-led methodologies. In its unaltered form, the information they collect is raw data on predicate IWT offences. If combined with suspicious activity data from financial institutions, FIUs could start to uncover a host of individuals profiting from this crime and target their illegal profits more effectively. There is an emerging opportunity to tap into NGO data from the field to fill information gaps and justify investigations into suspicious financial activity beyond that of arresting low-level poachers.
It should be stated that there are multiple challenges involved in this – unfortunately too many to list in this article – and so the decision to formally share data in this way should not be taken lightly and only in consultation with highly-qualified experts. Paramount is ensuring that NGOs are using appropriate and safe methods to collect this information. This is not a call for all NGOs to start operating outside their realms to rapidly collect as much intelligence as they can on potentially dangerous individuals using untrained, unrefined or incorrect methods. Kneejerk reactions like this could readily result in harm to members of the public, human sources, NGO staff and the generation of unreliable data. Instead, those conducting these practices must use expert training, secure methods and robust processes – within their agreed country mandate – before exploring opportunities to share data with FIUs. On the other side, the FIU analysts and investigators should be proactive enough to recognise and reach out for a growing dataset on potential criminals who have long existed beneath the radar, whilst maintaining their own necessary processes such that NGOs feel able to share their data.
A further challenge is the presence of corruption in many source, transit and destination jurisdictions. NGOs should scrutinise those who wish to use their data, holding partners to the high standards of their organisations and their donors. This level of formal data sharing may not be possible in many jurisdictions, requiring the presence and support of independent partners. An independent and trusted body could ensure the necessary standards are met on both sides such that information is collected appropriately, stored securely, shared with confidence and used in the correct manner.
There are numerous challenges to implementing effective money laundering investigations into IWT, particularly given the scale and transnational nature of many IWT operations. Access to peoples financial information and the enquiries into that data quite rightly use numerous processes and controls to ensure law enforcement powers are not wielded unsupervised. If NGOs are to include themselves in the fight against money laundering then these need to be understood and adhered to vigorously. But if explored correctly, and through harnessing cross-sectoral collaboration, progress can be made.
Fred Ellis is the Regional Analyst for the Wildlife Conservation Society in the Republic of Congo and former money laundering analyst and financial investigator at the City of London Police. Fred is interested in promoting the use of parallel financial investigations in a bid to impact the profits made through the illegal wildlife trade.
Main image by Min An via Pexels.
The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of RUSI, Focused Conservation, or any other institution.


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With this amazing shawl written by Lana Jois for Biscotte Yarns, you will find stripes, slipped stitches and lace intermingle to bring out the best in a long colour changing yarn as the Twistabella.
The shawl is knit from the top down with 2 stitches in garter stitch at each edge. Increases are made at each edge both on right and wrong sides. The slipped stitch lace pattern may be worked from charts or written instructions while the stripes pattern is worked from written instructions. Colours are changed every 2 rows in the body and border of the shawl.
Finished size 72 (85)” wide and 18 (22)”
Gauge 22 sts and 28 rows = 4” in lace pattern. Gauge is not critical for this pattern, but a change in gauge may result in different finished size and yarn requirements.
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Needles US Size 6 (4mm): 32" circular (cir). Circular needles are used to accommodate large number of stitches. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
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What is home decor items? When it comes to interior design, the term “home decor items” encompasses a wide range of products and accessories that are used to enhance and beautify living spaces. From furniture and wall art to lighting and textiles, the options for home decor items are endless, and choosing the right pieces can have a significant impact on the overall look and feel of your home.
Home decor items play a crucial role in creating a comfortable, stylish, and functional living environment. Whether you’re looking to revamp your entire space or simply add a few decorative touches, understanding the different types of home decor items available is essential for achieving your desired aesthetic.
In this article, we will explore the various types of home decor items, offer tips on choosing the right pieces for your space, discuss current trends in home decor, provide creative DIY ideas for budget-friendly decorating, and share maintenance and cleaning tips to keep your home looking its best. By the end of this article, you’ll have a better understanding of the impact that home decor items can have on your living space.
Types of Home Decor Items
When it comes to home decor items, there are a wide variety of options available to help you personalize and enhance your living space. These items can include furniture, wall art, lighting, and textiles, each of which play a significant role in creating an aesthetically pleasing and comfortable environment.
First and foremost, furniture is a major component of home decor. It includes items such as sofas, chairs, tables, and storage units that not only serve a practical purpose but also contribute to the overall look and feel of a room. The style and design of furniture can greatly influence the ambiance of a space.
In addition to furniture, wall art is another essential element in home decor. Whether it’s paintings, prints, photographs or other types of artwork, the pieces you choose can add personality and character to your home. Moreover.
Lighting is also an important aspect of home decor as it can set the mood and atmosphere within a room. From ceiling lights to floor lamps, the right lighting fixtures can have a significant impact on how your space looks and feels.
Finally, textiles such as rugs, curtains, throw pillows, and blankets are crucial for adding comfort and visual interest to any room. The colors, patterns, and textures of these items can tie together the various elements of your decor while providing warmth and coziness.
Choosing the Right Home Decor Items for Your Space
When it comes to choosing the right home decor items for your space, there are a few key factors to consider in order to create a cohesive and visually appealing look. The first thing to take into account is the overall style and aesthetic you want to achieve in your home. Whether you prefer a minimalist, bohemian, industrial, or any other style, it’s important to select items that will complement that particular theme.
Another important consideration is the size and layout of your space. For smaller rooms, it’s best to opt for furniture and decor pieces that are more compact in size to avoid making the space feel cramped. On the other hand, larger rooms can accommodate bigger furniture and statement pieces that can serve as focal points.
In addition to style and size, it’s also crucial to think about functionality. While aesthetics are certainly important, you also want your home decor items to serve a practical purpose. For example, choose lighting fixtures that provide adequate illumination while adding visual interest to the room.
When choosing textiles such as curtains, rugs, and throw pillows, consider both the color scheme and texture. These elements can add warmth and personality to a room while tying together different design elements. By taking these factors into consideration, you can ensure that your home decor items not only look great but also enhance the overall ambiance of your living space.
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Trends in Home Decor Items
One of the most popular trends in home decor items is the minimalist style. This design aesthetic focuses on simplicity and functionality, with clean lines and a clutter-free environment. When it comes to minimalist home decor items, less is definitely more. Look for sleek and understated furniture, neutral color palettes, and simple yet elegant accessories to achieve this look in your living space.
On the opposite end of the spectrum is the bohemian trend in home decor items. Boho style is all about embracing creativity and individuality, with an eclectic mix of patterns, textures, and colors. To incorporate bohemian decor into your home, consider adding vibrant rugs, cozy floor cushions, and unique artwork. Embrace a free-spirited vibe by incorporating plants, macrame wall hangings, and global-inspired accents throughout your space.
Another popular trend in home decor items is industrial style. This design aesthetic draws inspiration from urban lofts and warehouses, combining raw materials like metal and wood with a rugged yet modern feel. To achieve an industrial look in your home, consider incorporating rustic furniture pieces, exposed brick walls or concrete flooring (or wallpaper), vintage lighting fixtures, and functional yet stylish storage solutions.
These trends offer homeowners a variety of options when it comes to decorating their living spaces based on their personal style preferences or current design themes that they want to integrate into their homes. Regardless of whether someone gravitates towards minimalist design elements or embraces bohemian aesthetics or opts for industrial decor pieces; there are plenty of ways to create a beautiful sanctuary that truly feels like home through these diverse styles offered by home decor items.
DIY Home Decor Items
One of the most creative and budget-friendly ways to decorate your home is by repurposing old furniture. Whether it’s an old dresser, a coffee table, or even a chair, there are endless possibilities for giving new life to these pieces. With some sanding, painting, and maybe even some new hardware, you can transform these items into unique and stylish pieces that add charm to your space.
Handmade Wall Art
Another way to add a personal touch to your home decor is by creating your own wall art. You don’t have to be a professional artist to make beautiful pieces for your walls. From abstract paintings to intricate macrame designs, the options are limitless. Get creative with different materials and techniques to make one-of-a-kind artwork that reflects your personality and style.
Textiles play a crucial role in home decor, and they offer another opportunity for DIY projects. Whether it’s hand-painted throw pillows, hand-sewn curtains, or a personalized rug, making your own textiles adds a special touch to your home. You can choose fabrics that complement your existing decor and customize them to fit your space perfectly.
By creating DIY home decor items, you not only save money but also infuse your living space with character and uniqueness. These handmade items bring warmth and personality into your home while allowing you to express yourself creatively through design. With a little imagination and effort, you can turn ordinary objects into extraordinary pieces that enhance the beauty of your living environment.
Maintaining and Cleaning Home Decor Items
Maintaining and cleaning your home decor items is an essential part of ensuring that your living space looks its best at all times. Whether you have invested in furniture, wall art, lighting, or textiles, it’s important to know how to properly care for these items to prolong their lifespan and keep them looking like new.
When it comes to maintaining and cleaning furniture, it’s important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for each specific piece. Regular dusting and occasional polishing can help keep wood furniture looking shiny and clean. For upholstered furniture, vacuuming regularly and spot treating any stains or spills promptly can help maintain its appearance.
Wall art can accumulate dust over time, so it’s important to gently dust or wipe down framed pieces with a soft cloth on a regular basis. For canvas or unframed art, using a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner can help remove dust without damaging the artwork.
Lighting fixtures should be cleaned regularly to remove dust and dirt buildup. A soft, dry cloth can be used to gently wipe down lampshades and bases. When it comes to delicate or intricate lighting fixtures, such as chandeliers, it may be best to consult a professional for cleaning.
Textiles such as curtains, rugs, and throw pillows should be cleaned according to their specific care instructions. Regular vacuuming and occasional professional cleaning can help maintain the appearance and integrity of these items.
By following these tips and tricks for maintaining and cleaning your home decor items, you can ensure that your living space remains fresh, inviting, and visually appealing. Regular maintenance not only extends the life of your decor but also contributes to a healthier environment within your home. Remember that proper care of your home decor items will ultimately enhance the overall aesthetic of your living space.
In conclusion, home decor items play a significant role in shaping the atmosphere and style of our living spaces. From furniture to textiles, lighting to wall art, these elements contribute to the overall aesthetic and functionality of a room. Choosing the right home decor items can transform a space from ordinary to extraordinary, reflecting your personal taste and enhancing the ambiance of your home.
The trends in home decor items are constantly evolving, with styles ranging from minimalist and industrial to bohemian and eclectic. Keeping up with these trends can help you create a modern and fashionable living space that is both visually appealing and comfortable. Whether you prefer clean lines and neutral tones or bold patterns and vibrant colors, there are home decor items available to suit every taste and preference.
Moreover, maintaining and cleaning home decor items is essential for preserving their beauty and functionality. Regular care and upkeep can extend the lifespan of your furnishings and accessories, ensuring that they continue to enhance your living space for years to come.
Whether it’s dusting delicate textiles or polishing wood furniture, investing time in maintaining your home decor items is well worth the effort. Ultimately, by carefully selecting, maintaining, and updating your home decor items, you have the power to create a space that truly feels like home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does Home Decor Stand For?
Home decor stands for the art of enhancing and beautifying the interior of a home through various design elements such as furniture, color schemes, textures, and accessories.
What Is Home Decor Examples?
Examples of home decor include items such as rugs, curtains, wall art, throw pillows, vases, candles, and decorative objects like sculptures or figurines. Additionally, furniture pieces like sofas, tables, and chairs also fall under the umbrella of home decor.
What Is a Home Decor Item?
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Being a good football team is the catalyst of making a run at the Super Bowl, but it isn’t the only thing. Another reason that teams make deep runs in the playoffs is simply put in one word: luck.
The 2017 Minnesota Vikings are a prime example of this. They faced a lot of backup quarterbacks and avoided star quarterbacks that season, including only facing Aaron Rodgers for nine plays after breaking his collar bone in their first matchup at U.S. Bank Stadium.
So far this season, the Vikings have already had the same stroke of luck in not facing top quarterbacks this season. After the first two games where they faced Rodgers and Jalen Hurts, the Vikings have not faced a litany of star players at quarterback.
- Jared Goff
- Andy Dalton
- Justin Fields
- Teddy Bridgewater/Skylar Thompson
Over the next 11 games, the Vikings do face off against Rodgers, Josh Allen, Dak Prescott and Kyler Murray, but seven of them are solidly in the bottom half of the league.
7 of the final 11 QBs on the Vikings' schedule:
— Will Ragatz (@WillRagatz) October 24, 2022
It’s not all about the quarterbacks, but they are a major part of every football team. If the Vikings continue to have the same stroke of luck that they had in 2017, this could end up being a special season for the purple and gold.

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ASTORIA — More than 30,000 bees were removed from a tree in Queens on Wednesday, according to the NYPD's bee expert — who said the swarm might be the biggest he's taken down in his 20 years on the job.
"It was a massive swarm," said Anthony Planakis — also known as "Tony Bees" — who estimated that there were 30,000 to 36,000 bees swarming the branches of a cherry tree on 28th Avenue near 48th Street in Astoria.
Planakis used a bucket truck to approach the buzzing mass, which was located about 13 feet up in the tree. But he didn't immediately realize how many insects there were until he got closer.
"This thing was huge. I didn’t really know until I got up in the air," he said, saying the realization was akin to the iconic scene in "Jaws."
"I looked at the guy and said, 'We're gonna need a bigger truck,'" he quipped.
Planakis said he used a vacuum to humanely remove the insects, noting that the method doesn't harm the bees. The job took two and half hours, with about 12 pounds of bees removed in total.
He said he doesn't know where the swarm originated from. Two hives were spotted on the roof of a nearby building, but it was unclear if the insects came from there.
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First Things First Professional Development Committee is excited to announce that registration has opened for the 8th Annual Cross-Systems training Mind, Body, and the Professional: A Self-Care Workshop on Friday July 21st, 2017 at the Akron-Summit County Public Library. This event training will assist professionals from various fields build awareness, knowledge, and skills about the importance of self-care. Attendees will also...Read more
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Rapper Stunner posted this picture promoting his upcoming new album. But the pic has sparked debate on social media.
One slammed it saying :”Illuminati symbolism all over this. He is using satanic and occult imagery for the album cover. Watch closely, his body is forming the shape of the Devil’s head. The finger is mimicking the devil’s horn piercing the holy bible.
How can he sell his soul for fame and money. Cant believe what has taken over Nigerian music industry is already cropping up in Zimbabwe.”
But another said : “what’s wrong with a pic of a person dying while holding on to God? Jeeez you guys need to chill. why are my African people so backwards and primitive. wake up! this is the 21st century move with the times. some people do work hard for their money you know!”
Producer Anonzi Xndr backed Stunner saying :”Pushing the boundaries of what is socially acceptable yet creating a new trend of creativity….nice one my brother keep the grind alive.


Think “government-run social media account,” and words like feisty and funny don’t immediately spring to mind.
So when someone sent the question “Who let New Jersey have a Twitter?” into the Twitterverse, and the official account of the state of New Jersey responded, “your mom,” people noticed—nearly half a million of them.
That reply, along with other equally punchy tweets, brought national attention to @NJGov, the Twitter account run by Governor Phil Murphy’s social media trio of digital director Pearl Gabel; deputy digital director Edwin Torres (who focuses on photo and video) and digital assistant Megan Coyne.
Gabel and Torres started the state government social media accounts when Murphy took office in 2018. The goal: to inform, engage and educate New Jerseyans. After Coyne joined the crew in June 2019, the posts became noticeably edgier. Now, with a healthy dose of sass, wit and on-point pop-culture and Jersey references, the team has built a Twitter following of about 203,500—and counting.
Spontaneity is key. Inspiration strikes the team with what they call “Jersey bolts of lightning.” Within minutes of an idea, a post is up.
“We don’t sit on anything,” says Gabel. “That is the way social media is. People can tell when things are too thought out.”
Quippy one-liners like, “small state BIG ENERGY,” and distinctly Jersey declarations like, “central Jersey is really really real” frequent the feed.
Information on health care sign-ups, new legislation and other official news also appears in the feed, posted between rap-song references and “New Jersey is the bagel capital of the world” battle cries—all delivered with Jersey attitude.
“When you say ‘That’s so Jersey,’ there’s a feeling people get. Folks know what Jersey is,” says Gabel. “We try to let New Jersey speak through us.”
And people are listening. A typical tweet gets thousands of responses; one was even liked by Bruce Springsteen. Pictures tweeted of New Jersey from outer space elicited comments from NASA.
“The most exciting thing is seeing the reactions from New Jerseyans,” says Coyne. “We get responses every day like, ‘I’m so proud to be from NJ.’”
Says Gabel, “New Jerseyans are a very discerning bunch. Having New Jerseyans on our team is, as they say, a BFD—a big effing deal.”Click here to leave a comment


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I visited Naples in the year 1818. On the 8th of December of that year, my companion and I crossed the Bay, to visit the antiquities which are scattered on the shores of Bai . The translucent and shining waters of the calm sea covered fragments of old Roman villas, which were interlaced by sea-weed, and received diamond tints from the chequering of the sun-beams; the blue and pellucid element was such as Galatea might have skimmed in her car of mother of pearl; or Cleopatra, more fitly than the Nile, have chosen as the path of her magic ship. Though it was winter, the atmosphere seemed more appropriate to early spring; and its genial warmth contributed to inspire those sensations of placid delight, which are the portion of every traveller, as he lingers, loath to quit the tranquil bays and radiant promontories of Bai . We visited the so-called Elysian Fields and Avernus: and wandered through various ruined temples, baths, and classic spots; at length we entered the gloomy cavern of the Cum an Sibyl. Our Lazzeroni bore flaring torches, which shone red, and almost dusky, in the murky subterranean passages, whose darkness thirstily surrounding them, seemed eager to imbibe more and more of the element of light. We passed by a natural archway, leading to a second gallery, and enquired, if we could not enter there also. The guides pointed to the reflection of their torches on the water that paved it, leaving us to form our own conclusion; but adding it was a pity, for it led to the Sibyl's Cave. Our curiosity and enthusiasm were excited by this circumstance, and we insisted upon attempting the passage. As is usually the case in the prosecution of such enterprises, the difficulties decreased on examination. We found, on each side of the humid pathway, "dry land for the sole of the foot." At length we arrived at a large, desert, dark cavern, which the Lazzeroni assured us was the Sibyl's Cave. We were sufficiently disappointed-Yet we examined it with care, as if its blank, rocky walls could still bear trace of celestial visitant. On one side was a small opening. "Whither does this lead?" we asked; "can we enter here?"-"Questo poi, no," said the wild looking savage, who held the torch; "you can advance but a short distance, and nobody visits it.

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