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The Church of Our Lady of the Sign
Palekh District, Krasnoye Village (3 km from Palekh)
The current stone building of the Church of Our Lady of the Sign replaced the wooden church that existed previously. The charter to build the new church was granted by the Bishop of the Vladimir and Suzdal eparchy Ksenofont Troepolsky. The construction was managed by the landlord Petr Borodulin so-called Churchbuilder and was finished in 1804.
By 1897 there were three altars in the church. The altar of Our Lady of the Sign is the main one and there are altars of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker and of the Holy Martyr Paraskeva installed in the warm chapel.
The traditional church decorations such as iconostasis, chandeliers and lamps have been preserved to this day. The original murals with scenes from the Old and New Testaments have been conserved and still decorate the interiors of the church. The masters of the famous Palekh icon-painting school decorated the church with thematic and ornamental technically proficient paintings in the middle of the nineteenth century.
At the beginning of the twentieth century the artists from Ivan Parilov's icon-painting studio restored the church in the Italian manner of the Palekh foreigner style. To make the compositions of the frescoes the artists used biblical subjects of Julius Schnorr's prints and works of French graphic artists.
The Church of Our Lady of the Sign is a unique monument not only of Russian but also of European culture.

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Democratic platform swaps ‘American exceptionalism’ for ‘indispensable nation’
Last week, the GOP made the first ever reference to "American exceptionalism" in a party platform, using the buzzy term as the title for the document’s foreign-policy section and defining the concept as the "conviction that our country holds a unique place and role in human history." Speakers at the Republican convention hammered home the ...
Last week, the GOP made the first ever reference to "American exceptionalism" in a party platform, using the buzzy term as the title for the document’s foreign-policy section and defining the concept as the "conviction that our country holds a unique place and role in human history." Speakers at the Republican convention hammered home the theme to contrast their vision of American greatness with President Obama’s alleged declinism.
The Democratic platform released on Monday evening appears to fire back, but without using "American exceptionalism" or some variation of the phrase once. Instead, the platform declares:
We also understand the indispensable role that the United States must continue to play in promoting international peace and prosperity.
"Indispensable" isn’t just a throwaway adjective here. In 2008, the Democratic platform used the word to describe Social Security, Europe, and the United Nations, but not America. This year, the phrasing invokes the Clinton administration’s description of the United States as an "indispensable nation" well before American exceptionalism became a staple of political discourse. Clinton aide Sidney Blumenthal and historian James Chace coined the term in 1996 to encapsulate the idea of "liberal internationalism" in the post-Cold War world. Here’s how Blumenthal described the moment of inspiration:
We were able to describe the concept of the United States as the guarantor of stability as the sole superpower within the framework of multinational institutions, but I was intent on boiling it down to a phrase. Finally, together, we hit on it: "indispensable nation." Eureka! I passed it on first to Madeleine Albright, at the time the United Nations ambassador, and then to the president.
And here’s how Bill Clinton used the phrase in 1996, in a speech explaining the rationale behind NATO’s intervention in Bosnia:
The fact is America remains the indispensable nation. There are times when America, and only America, can make a difference between war and peace, between freedom and repression, between hope and fear. Of course, we can’t take on all the world’s burden. We cannot become its policemen. But where our interests and values demand it and where we can make a difference, America must act and lead.
Obama has made sure to emphasize his support for American exceptionalism ever since he landed in hot water for saying he believed "in American exceptionalism, just as I suspect that the Brits believe in British exceptionalism and the Greeks believe in Greek exceptionalism." But in major speeches — such as his State of the Union address in January and his graduation address at the U.S. Air Force Academy in May — he’s used the "indispensable nation" formulation instead.
As this week’s convention progresses, it’s worth keeping an eye on how the Democrats describe America’s role in the world in light of GOP attacks. Will they employ different language than the Republicans? And, if so, will they make the case that the words amount to anything more than another way to say that America is a very special place?


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A Russian incursion into Ukraine will likely affect the Arctic — but exactly how is unclear
Russia actions would likely strain diplomacy — and could bring increased military activity to parts of the Arctic.
As Russia’s military builds up its presence along the border with Ukraine, any incursion there could have significant ripple effects in the Arctic, several experts and observers told ArcticToday.
That could range from degraded diplomatic relations between Russia and the West on Arctic issues, to more military activity in the region — and with it the greater risk of unintentional escalation.
“Any type of deterioration in relations will most likely also have an Arctic component,” said Andreas Østhagen, a senior research fellow at Norway’s Fridtjof Nansen Institute and the Washington-based Arctic Institute. “It might just have an Arctic component in the fact that security dialogue with Russia in the North becomes increasingly difficult.”
If Russia invades Ukraine, “it’s the end of the Cold War settlement,” said William Pomeranz, acting director of the Wilson Center’s Kennan Institute. In that case, “everything will be on the table, from Russia’s perspective.”
Russia’s actions also underscore the threat of its military buildup in the Arctic. While conflict originating in the Arctic itself seems unlikely, the escalation of tensions elsewhere could spill over into the region.
The tension in Ukraine is also “a reminder to us that we better be on the alert everywhere,” Senator Lisa Murkowski, a Republican from Alaska, told ArcticToday last week — going so far as to suggest the possibility of Russian military activity in the Bering Strait, near Alaska.
“Right now, the eyes of the country are trained on the Ukraine border down there. But who’s to say that while everybody’s looking that way, we don’t see other activity on the other side of the country — the side of the country that’s 57 miles separated by water from the United States?” Murkowski asked.
Russia announced on Thursday its intention to hold massive military drills with all of its fleets in the Arctic, Atlantic, Pacific, and Mediterranean in January and February, involving “more than 140 warships and support vessels, more than 60 aircraft, 1,000 pieces of military equipment, and about 10,000 servicemen,” according defense ministry statements.
And if Russia invades Ukraine, Østhagen said, it’s “highly likely” the country would do a military exercise in the Barents region — either to draw attention away from the conflict or to ensure its Northern Fleet maintains vital access to European ports.
‘Another log on the fire’
If Russia attacks Ukraine, “all forms of contact with Russia will be stressed to the maximum,” Pomeranz said, including relations in the Arctic.
“I don’t think you can fence off the Arctic in a global crisis between Russia and the United States,” he said. “If they indeed invade, then there is no way back. And diplomacy becomes much harder.”
In 2014, when Russia annexed Crimea, high-level military dialogue with the country was halted. Those effects are still being felt, Østhagen said, with security dialogue in the North remaining difficult.
“There’s no formalized forum, there’s no setup any more, where security concerns in the North can be discussed with Russia,” Østhagen said. There have been moves to restart or recreate such communication channels. “But naturally, that’s going to be more difficult to do, given the current circumstances with Russia.”
These actions make it more difficult for Russia to maintain political contacts and diplomacy, and it is also makes it difficult for Western states, including those in the Arctic, to maintain ties to Moscow, he said.
“It’s put another log on the fire of animosity between the West and Russia,” Østhagen said.
“What’s different is that when Crimea was annexed in 2014, I think that took a lot of people by surprise,” he added. “Now today, in the start of this year, I think the Western states are much more prepared” — in part because they have been “watching Russian expansionist behavior” for the past eight years — and they are showing a willingness to hinder this invasion before something happens, he said.
“It’s different because we are promising, from the beginning, tough sanctions and no negotiations — especially on the right of Ukraine to consider to be an applicant for NATO membership,” Pomeranz said.
Can Putin back down?
“A turning point will be when the United States issues its response to the Russians’ demands and invariably they fall short of what the Russians want,” Pomeranz said. “Because then the Russians will either have to do something to change the tenor of the negotiations, or they will have to back down — and I don’t think Putin wants to back down.”
If Russia chooses to escalate, there are a few potential targets. They could conduct a smaller strike to take control over the Azov Sea, or an all-out invasion or an attack on a border city such as Kharkiv. Or Russia could recognize Donbas and Luhansk as independent countries.
“And that is what Putin is testing right now,” Pomeranz said. “He’s testing us as to what will be the response — not only at the negotiating table, but if this escalates as well or if he feels compelled to escalate.”
Such actions would likely bring economic sanctions that would deal a devastating blow to Russia’s economy, in addition to the loss of lives on all sides of the conflict.
Yet “Putin is not prone to retreating. He is clearly a risk taker,” Pomeranz said. “And unlike 30 years ago, or even 20 years ago, or 10 years ago, Putin is dictating the tempo of this crisis.”
Putin may see this as his time to act — the strongest hand he will be dealt in his quest to bring back Russia as a global power.
“He’s almost 70 years old,” Pomeranz said. “He’s got $600 billion in the bank. He’s got Europe over a barrel — or over a gas pipeline.”
There is little chance the U.S. would go to war, Pomeranz said. But Biden has promised tough sanctions against Russia. “The real variable is to what extent the Europeans go along with strong sanctions against Russia, because Europe trades much more with Russia and has much, much deeper economic relations with Russia,” he said.
Europe, which is experiencing an energy crisis with unusually high prices, would likely be unwilling to sanction Russia’s energy sector, Østhagen said. But if Russia were to press into Ukraine, Europe would be forced to respond “forcefully” with sanctions against individuals and the banking sector, for instance.
Putin “is absolutely in a position where he feels he needs to do this,” said Troy Bouffard, director of the Center of Arctic Security and Resilience at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. “He has shifted from a deterrence to a compellence strategy. And he’s creating the leverage he needs to effect change.”
However, the negotiations by the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Friday indicate that Russia is still at the negotiating table, Bouffard believes: “They’re very interested in doing that through diplomacy.” A willingness to work through diplomatic channels makes Arctic repercussions unlikely, he said.
“After the 15-hour meeting, it was clear they both walked away with a better understanding of each other and both readily admit that. The language that’s following this meeting is back to normal,” Bouffard said. “Clearly there are going to be more discussions in route to an agreement and de-escalation.”
Such negotiations would last for several rounds, he said. “Right now, I think that the advantage is clearly to Russia to drag this out and to push more and more and more to get closer to what they ultimately want.”
Russia may wait until the end of negotiations to conduct some limited incursions into Ukraine to “really ratchet up the pressure to push the West or United States into a final compromise,” Bouffard said.
Such diplomatic wrangling along with the possibility of conflict is a “big conundrum” for the Arctic Council and its member states, Østhagen said. Russia is in the midst of its two-year term chairing the council.
Scaling back diplomatic conversations in the North would be counterproductive, Østhagen said.
“I’m not sure that this approach of cutting diplomatic contact when things are bad is really a useful approach to international conflict management,” Østhagen said. “There’s mutual benefits from operating with Russia — in fisheries management, in search and rescue, in cross-border management regimes.”
These benefits are particularly apparent in the Arctic because of its unusual environment, especially in regard to the benefits and challenges created by climate change, Østhagen said.
‘You don’t even have to fire a shot’
Some observers worry that Russia could take action elsewhere along its massive borders — including in the Arctic.
“Our neighbors on the Russian side are stepping up all level of activity, with either new runways or renovated or dusted-off military installations,” Murkowski said. “There is a level of buildup that we can see — this is not speculation.”
Russia argues that they are preparing for the changing Arctic environment that is less hemmed in by sea ice, Murkowski said. “They’re saying, ‘We’re going to be prepared.’ The United States needs to be doing the same.”
The U.S. should adopt a mindset of peace and stability in the region, but with strong deterrence efforts, she said.
“Our diplomatic engagement goes a long way,” Murkowski said. “But at the same time that we work to advance our diplomacy at all levels, I think we need to prepare ourselves for whatever may come our way.”
Bouffard agreed. “It’s smart just to have that kind of awareness” that Russia’s military is more modernized and capable of projecting power on multiple fronts, he said. “They have things to prove to the world and they want people to understand that it is a power player.”
Russia dominates in the Arctic, Bouffard said. “There’s no other place on the Earth they can say that.” And the “the sheer amount of capabilities and presence that Russia has in the Arctic — it is very concerning,” he added.
“Because, as you can see in Ukraine, you don’t even have to fire a shot to make the whole damn world squirm.”
While Russia has been more willing in recent years to organize exercises and have a presence in the North Pacific, the majority of both Russia’s population and its strategic forces are located closer to Europe, Østhagen said.
While that makes exercises close to Alaska less likely, such sorties would make sense “if you’re trying to divert attention or if you’re trying to make the U.S. focus on other parts of the world,” Østhagen said.
A larger concern for the U.S. Arctic could be crumbling cooperation on regional issues because of spillover from tensions elsewhere, he said.
There have been efforts in Alaska, from the U.S. Coast Guard and others, to develop or re-establish good relations across the Bering Sea, especially in terms of illegal fisheries. “This makes the job of those who are in favor of more dialogue on a regional level — this makes it all more difficult,” Østhagen said.
Between limited communication with Russia’s military leaders and the buildup of Arctic capabilities, there is the risk of the possibility of unintentional escalation, experts have said.
The potential for deadly miscommunication weighs on Murkowski’s mind.
“I worry,” she said, and paused. “I worry about it all the time. I do.”
“Because when tensions are heightened, it’s just easier to do something that may be more reactionary,” she said. “And that’s something that we just must guard against.”
And for all of the tension with Ukraine, the U.S. and Russia still work together on efforts such as search-and-rescue operations.
“There are areas where we can work cooperatively, even while our presidents may be at odds or capitols may be at odds,” Murkowski said. “It takes work, and sometimes those tensions are much, much, much more strained — and I think we’re certainly living that right now.”

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I was cleaning my engine compartment and found out this cable while cleaning my battery.
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Title: Baby Teeth
Author: Zoje Stage
Published July 17th 2018 by St Martin’s Press
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
She’s the sweet-but-silent angel in the adoring eyes of her Daddy. He’s the only person who understands her, and all Hanna wants is to live happily ever after with him. But Mommy stands in her way, and she’ll try any trick she can think of to get rid of her. Ideally for good.
She loves her daughter, really, but after years of expulsions and strained home schooling, her precarious health and sanity are weakening day by day. As Hanna’s tricks become increasingly sophisticated, and Suzette’s husband remains blind to the failing family dynamics, Suzette starts to fear that there’s something seriously wrong, and that maybe home isn’t the best place for their baby girl after all.”
It took me three months to finish this book.
I did not like it. It was almost a DNF, but I told myself I wanted to see what happened no matter how much I did not like it. I needed to finish it, and it did not satisfy me.
The book was weird. (SPOILER WARNING!) One, there is talk of a seven-year-old having sex which really just put me off the book. Two, there is horrible imagery about things that made me so uncomfortable.
I had to put this book down numerous times because of how repulsive it was.
I did not like the plot. Seemingly nothing really happens until the end. Then the ending is like a huge cliffhanger, and there (hopefully) will never be a sequel. It was so boring.
The characters are boring too. The mom was so secretive and annoying. So many issues in the book could have been solved if she had talked to people years before the story began. The daughter was horrifying. I honestly never want kids in case I am the one that gets a daughter who is homicidal at the age of 7. The dad made me angry. That is all I have to say about him.
There was nothing of substance in this book. I did not feel fear as a thriller or horror novel should make me feel. I only wanted to burn the book since it was so boring.
I want to put this book behind me so I refuse to write any more about it. I am done. Do not read this book!
As always, thanks for reading,
Star Rating: 1

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Kabul Calls on Russia, India, China to Help Fight Terrorism in Afghanistan
20:11 GMT 09.07.2021 (Updated: 22:31 GMT 09.07.2021)
As the US-led coalition nears the September 11 deadline for its pull-out from Afghanistan, the Taliban reportedly seized control of some 85% of territory within the country, according to a Friday statement issued by the militant group. The Taliban's issuance has been dismissed as propaganda by some.
Afghan National Security Adviser Hamdullah Mohib announced on Friday that Afghanistan welcomes any technical, anti-terrorism operation support from external partners, including the militaries of Russia, China and India.
However, any external assistance should not interfere with internal Afghan government matters, Mohib emphasized.
"We do not need to replace one superpower with another, peace and stability are possible only in the case of cooperation with everyone in the region and beyond, but we call on external partners to help our defense and security forces fight terrorism, for which they are intended, and not interfere in our internal affairs," the Afghan national security adviser said.
"We welcome technical support from all external partners, of course, from China, India and Russia."
Mohib went on to assert Afghan authorities have recognized the Taliban's right to exist as a legitimate political force, not a "monopoly," alongside other groups within Afghanistan.
The Afghan government's pleas come alongside the Taliban's celebration of allegedly claiming 85% of territory in Afghanistan.
Speaking during a Friday news conference in Moscow, Russia, Taliban official Shahabuddin Delawar declared "you and the entire world community have probably recently learned that 85% of the territory of Afghanistan has come under the control."
Friday alone, members of the movement overtook the border town of Islam Qala, and the Abu Nasa Farahi checkpoint - both key territories along the Afghan-Iranian border.
Delawar also vowed to take operational measures to ensure Daesh* does not re-emerge in Afghanistan.
A number of military experts have argued that a less rushed pullout by US President Joe Biden and his administration could have curbed the Taliban's now-actively growing influence in the region.
US Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Karen Kwiatkowski, a former analyst for the US Department of Defense, told Sputnik it was unlikely that Afghanistan's existing government would survive the next several months.
9 July 2021, 12:11 GMT
"Although there should be a rush by select political groups and individuals to join or buy in politically with the controlling Taliban, and some Kabul former US allies could remain and be useful to the Taliban, as it seeks to end the civil war and get on with an economic recovery and peace," Kwiatkowski qualified.
According to the US intelligence community, Afghanistan will collapse within six months of the US-led coalition's withdrawal. Such estimates have led other countries, and even Americans, to question the abrupt timeline of Biden's pullout.
"The situation is rapidly deteriorating," announced the Russian Embassy in Washington, DC, speaking of stability within the region. "We attribute it to the hasty pull-out of the U.S. and other NATO countries' troops."
*Daesh (also IS/ISIS) is a terrorist organization outlawed in Russia and many other states


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Technology has been a driving force behind the transformation of various industries, and the construction sector is no exception. In recent years, 3D laser scanning has emerged as a game-changer in this field. By harnessing the power of lasers and advanced sensors, 3D laser scanning is revolutionizing how construction projects are approached.
This cutting-edge technology offers unparalleled precision and efficiency in data capture, enabling construction professionals to streamline processes, achieve remarkable accuracy and enhance overall project efficiency. We will delve into the remarkable impact of 3D laser scanning in the construction industry, exploring its ability to transform workflows and optimize outcomes.
What Is 3D Laser Scanning?
3D laser scanning is a non-contact method of capturing objects or environments' precise three-dimensional data using lasers and advanced sensors. It enables construction professionals to create highly detailed digital representations of physical spaces, structures and landscapes. This technology has gained immense popularity due to its ability to capture accurate measurements and generate comprehensive point cloud data, which serves as a foundation for various construction processes.
The process of 3D laser scanning involves using a laser scanner that emits laser beams onto the target object or area. These laser beams bounce back and are captured by the scanner's sensors. By calculating the time taken for the laser beams to return, the scanner creates a dense collection of points in space, forming what is known as a point cloud. This point cloud comprises millions of individual points, each representing a precise location and attribute of the scanned surface.
Various types of 3D laser scanners are available to cater to different construction requirements:
- Handheld scanners offer flexibility and mobility, allowing users to capture data in tight or hard-to-reach spaces.
- Tripod-mounted scanners provide stability and accuracy, making them ideal for capturing detailed measurements in controlled environments.
- Mobile scanners, often mounted on vehicles, offer the ability to quickly capture vast areas and perform rapid data collection for large-scale projects.
Regardless of the scanner type, the fundamental principle remains the same — 3D laser scanning utilizes lasers and sensors to capture spatial data, creating a digital replica of the physical world. The resulting point cloud data serves as a valuable resource for construction professionals, enabling them to accurately analyze, measure and visualize existing conditions, ultimately leading to more informed decision-making and improved project outcomes.
Applications of 3D Laser Scanning in the Construction Industry
The widespread adoption of 3D laser scanning in the construction industry has paved the way for a range of applications that are revolutionizing traditional processes. Let's explore how this advanced technology is reshaping the construction landscape.
Building Information Modeling (BIM)
3D laser scanning plays a pivotal role in creating accurate and detailed as-built models for BIM. By capturing precise measurements of existing structures and environments, laser scanning provides the foundation for developing a comprehensive digital representation of a building or infrastructure project.
The integration of 3D laser scanning with BIM brings numerous benefits to the construction industry. It allows for clash detection and clash prevention during the design phase, reducing conflicts and rework during construction. Additionally, it facilitates accurate quantity takeoffs, material estimations and spatial analysis, leading to improved project planning and cost control.
Pre-Construction and Site Analysis
Laser scanning enables construction professionals to capture precise measurements of existing structures, accurately documenting their conditions. This data assists in evaluating the structural integrity of buildings, identifying potential areas of concern and informing renovation or retrofitting projects. Moreover, it aids in understanding the topography of a site, helping architects and engineers design projects that are harmonious with the existing environment.
Also, 3D laser scanning provides an unparalleled level of detail and accuracy when assessing a construction site. Capturing the existing conditions with high precision helps identify potential design and construction challenges, such as spatial constraints, clashes with utilities or unforeseen obstructions. This early detection allows for proactive problem-solving and reduces costly delays or redesigns.
Quality Control and Progress Monitoring
Laser scanning allows the precise comparison between the as-built conditions and the design plans. By conducting regular scans during construction, discrepancies and deviations from the intended design can be identified and addressed promptly. This ensures the construction aligns with the design intent, improving accuracy and quality control.
Moreover, laser scanning provides an effective means of tracking construction progress over time. Project managers (PMs) can visualize incremental changes by comparing sequential scans, monitor productivity and identify potential delays. This data-driven approach to progress monitoring enables informed decision-making, enhances stakeholder communication and facilitates timely project completion.
Facility Management and Maintenance
3D laser scanning generates highly detailed and accurate as-built documentation of completed projects. This documentation serves as a valuable resource for facility management, enabling efficient future renovations, repairs or expansions. It eliminates the need for extensive manual measurements and minimizes errors, ultimately saving time and costs.
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Advantages of 3D Laser Scanning in Construction
3D laser scanning has brought many benefits to the construction industry, transforming traditional practices and revolutionizing project outcomes. Consider the advantages laser scanning offers construction professionals.
Increased Accuracy and Precision
3D laser scanning mitigates the risk of human error inherent in manual measurements. Laser scanning ensures precise and consistent measurements by relying on advanced sensors and automated data capture, eliminating potential inaccuracies caused by human factors.
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Time and Cost Savings
With increased efficiency and accuracy, 3D laser scanning significantly streamlines various construction processes. It eliminates the need for manual measurements, which can be time-consuming and labor-intensive. Instead, laser scanning captures data quickly and efficiently, allowing construction professionals to focus their efforts on analysis and decision-making.
By providing accurate as-built documentation and facilitating clash detection, laser scanning helps detect potential issues at an early stage of the project. This early detection minimizes rework, costly delays and design conflicts, ultimately saving time and reducing construction costs.
Enhanced Communication and Collaboration
Laser scanning produces precise and reliable data that can be easily shared across project stakeholders. This shared data ensures everyone works from a common reference point, enhancing communication, reducing misunderstandings and fostering collaborative decision-making.
As a result, 3D laser scanning enables construction professionals to visualize and analyze complex data. This visualization aids in identifying design clashes, optimizing space utilization and identifying potential construction challenges. With enhanced insights and a comprehensive understanding of the project, informed decisions can be made, leading to practical problem-solving.
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Heckler & Koch® MR556A1 Competition Semi-automatic 5.56 NATO AR Rifle. Created with input from special forces. Perfected for the 3-gun match shooter!
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Southeastern Utah fishing report
Abajo and Blue Mountains. DWR Conservation officer Randall Scheetz reports that there is no safe ice in San Juan County.
Cleveland Reservoir. The reservoir is frozen but has not been used by ice anglers.
Huntington Creek. The creek is frozen, except where the current is strong. The first mile below Electric Lake dam is probably the best place to fish. From Flood and Engineer's Canyon upstream to the dam, only artificial flies may be used. The limit is two fish.
Huntington North Reservoir. The reservoir is frozen. Anglers have been out on the ice, although the thickness and quality of ice is questionable.
Huntington Reservoir (near the top of Huntington Canyon). The reservoir is frozen with 15 or more inches of ice. Wind and cold have reduced angler pressure.
Joes Valley Reservoir. The reservoir has recently frozen. Most anglers are having success south of the marina on the west side, where the ice is six to eight inches.
Conservation officer Kip Draper described fishing as good. He recommends chartreuse jigs and worms.
The limit is two trout. No more than one trout may be over 22 inches. All trout 15 to 22 inches must be immediately released.
Scofield Reservoir. The reservoir continues to offer good fishing, especially before 10 a.m. The wind whips up by noon.
Now that the reservoir has frozen, ice anglers have been drilling holes almost everywhere. Small white, chartreuse and silver jigs, tipped with bait, have performed well.
Many of the trout are eight to 10 inches, although a fair number range from 18 to 22 inches.
Straight Canyon. For the most part, the creek is covered with ice. No recent report.


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DescriptionRabbit monoclonal [EPR3588(2)] to DcR2 - BSA and Azide free
Tested applicationsSuitable for: IHC-P, WBmore details
Species reactivityReacts with: Human
Synthetic peptide within Human DcR2 aa 350-450 (internal sequence). The exact sequence is proprietary.
- IHC-P: human thyroid carcinoma, kidney and tonsil tissue.
ab247666 is the carrier-free version of ab108421 This format is designed for use in antibody labeling, including fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, enzymes.
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Storage bufferConstituent: PBS
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PurityProtein A purified
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|IHC-P||Use at an assay dependent concentration. Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval with citrate buffer pH 6 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.|
|WB||Use at an assay dependent concentration. Predicted molecular weight: 42 kDa.|
FunctionReceptor for the cytotoxic ligand TRAIL. Contains a truncated death domain and hence is not capable of inducing apoptosis but protects against TRAIL-mediated apoptosis. Reports are contradictory with regards to its ability to induce the NF-kappa-B pathway. According to PubMed:9382840, it cannot but according to PubMed:9430226, it can induce the NF-kappa-B pathway.
Tissue specificityWidely expressed, in particular in fetal kidney, lung and liver, and in adult testis and liver. Also expressed in peripheral blood leukocytes, colon and small intestine, ovary, prostate, thymus, spleen, pancreas, kidney, lung, placenta and heart.
Sequence similaritiesContains 1 death domain.
Contains 3 TNFR-Cys repeats.
- Information by UniProt
- CD 264 antibody
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- DcR 2 antibody
Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) analysis of human thyroid carcinoma tissue sections labeling DcR2 with purified ab108421 at 1:8000 dilution (0.03 µg/ml). Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed using Bond ™ Epitope Retrieval Solution 2 (pH 9.0). Rabbit specific IHC polymer detection kit HRP/DAB (ab209101) was used as the secondary antibody. Negative control: PBS instead of the primary antibody. Hematoxylin was used as a counterstain.
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Novum Digital Asset Alpha - Daily Analysis 7 September 2020
The dollar edged higher, capping gains in stocks and dollar-denominated commodities such as Bitcoin.
Welcome to a brand new week!
In brief (TL:DR)
In today's issue...
This week looks set to be a week for rehabilitation.
Yes, corporate greed, led by Softbank (-6.65%), Apple (+0.06%) and Tesla (+2.78%), led to a tech stock crash last week that dragged the rest of the market with it, but that was then, this is now.
And investors, understandably concerned given that the volatility in stocks is starting to resemble the volatility of cryptocurrencies, may just be getting used to that level of uncertainty.
Because markets awash with liquidity will need to put that money to work somewhere, investors will be hunting for bargains this week.
And the longer Washington ruminates on whether or not to provide any further fiscal stimulus, the longer Americans continue to suffer in limbo.
While millions of employees worry about their next paycheck, firms sharpen their axes, ready to cull the herd at the drop of a hat, which almost always provides a temporary boost to their stocks.
Asian stocks opened a mixed bag, with Seoul’s KOSPI (+0.52%) and Sydney’s ASX 200 (+0.09%) up, while Tokyo's Nikkei 225 (-0.35%) and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index Index (-0.22%) were down as leadership changes in Japan and protests in Hong Kong weighed down sentiment.
Welcome to the start of a new week!
1. What Now? How 2020 May Yet Throw A Few More Surprises
For the millions of people around the world who are still under lockdown, every day can fee like Ground Hog day.
And while the reality unfolding around us isn't a dystopian scene from a zombie apocalypse movie, for the global economy it might as well be.
If you've noticed the temperature around you dropping, that's because autumn in the northern hemisphere is coming and with it, peak flu season.
And while jobs in the U.S. have rebounded, government support for furloughed workers and bank moratoriums on loan repayments loom over the horizon, at a time when the stock market is starting to show signs of a dead cat bounce.
Governments globally have injected some US$20 trillion in fiscal and monetary support, to shore up their economies and while they can point to plenty of successes, they are also in a Catch-22 of what to do next.
China, the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, is held out by optimists as a guide to where the rest of the world could be headed if their domestic virus situations are brought to heel.
Unemployment in the U.S. is falling and Germany is posting decent industrial data.
Emerging markets are also getting a breather from the dollar's decline.
But keeping up the momentum is tricky, because it would require more stimulus, at a time when some are looking to cut back.
Investors betting on a vaccine should also note that one won't be available anytime soon on the scale needed to return to pre-pandemic levels of economic activity.
And historically, our track record with pandemic vaccines hasn't been great - we've only ever found vaccines for two major outbreaks - small pox and rinderpest.
Many of the jobs that existed before the pandemic may be gone for good, and those that are available may not pay anywhere near their former salaries or require the manpower that they did in the past.
Re-tooling and re-skilling will be slow and painful.
The world's biggest container shipping company Maersk (-1.62%) is planning a major overhaul that's set to affect thousands at the company, while Ford Motor (+1.17%) is cutting about 5% of its U.S. workforce and United Airlines (+2.17%) is slashing 16,000 jobs next month as operations shrink.
In terms of valuations, investors will start to look beyond what happened last week, much of which was contributed by the options-buying bubble inflated by Softbank and at the longer term prospects of companies, with markets more susceptible to disappointment in economic numbers in the coming months.
Meanwhile fiscal stimulus from Washington has been stalled by political gridlock, although comments by U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell last week suggests that the central bank could intervene where politicians have failed.
And that might provide the boost for tech stocks, gold, Bitcoin and other previous investment themes, in the immediate term at least.
One thing's for certain, we're far from out of the woods yet.
2. Tech Starting to Look Risky, What's Up Next?
While the bull market that led the stock rally in March was initially driven by technology companies, the unwinding of bullish option bets by Softbank last week may be an indicator to investors to start looking elsewhere.
Given how tech stocks have an outsize influence on major indices like the S&P 500, the recent rally has been uneven, with many other stocks in the index performing far behind the index itself.
For much of August, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which has far less tech stock components, outperformed the tech sector and the S&P 500, as investors rotated into transport stocks.
But by the end of that month, investors shunned non-tech sectors again, when it became apparent that the coronavirus pandemic would stretch longer.
Are there any bargains to be had?
Depends really on who you ask.
American midcaps (between US$2 billion to US$10 billion), tracked by iShares Russell Mid-Cap ETF has returned 54% since late March, behind tech stocks, but better than the S&P 500.
And if the U.S. economy improves, midcaps could lead the way, considering that in the two decades through December 2019, the Russell Midcap Index's total annualized return of 9.1% topped that of the S&P 500.
Plenty of opportunities remain outside the U.S. as well, for instance the forward prices-to-earnings ratio of the MSCI Index in Japan is 18, Europe is at 17.7, while the U.S. is at 22.7, according to data from Yardeni Research.
A weaker U.S. dollar though cuts both ways - it makes American stocks cheaper and thus more attractive for foreign investors, but also makes overseas stocks attractive to U.S. investors, as a store of value - either ways, it's not a bad idea to spread bets globally at this stage.
And if investors still have a taste for tech, consider that tech stocks outside of the U.S. have more upside potential - including Ericsson (+0.93%), which manufactures 5G systems, chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (-2.80%), which Intel (-0.62%) is set to outsource all of its manufacturing to, and Tencent Holdings (-0.77%), maker of the ubiquitous WeChat app.
3. Betting on Bitcoin's Price Halving? Think Again
For investors who took awhile to get into Bitcoin and bought at or near the top of over US$12,000 in recent weeks, where Bitcoin is at the moment, would surely be causing no small amount of grief.
Those unaccustomed to the rough and tumble volatility that is cryptocurrency trading would by now be wondering if they shouldn't sell now, realize some losses and tell themselves and everyone they meet that Bitcoin is a scam.
Right now, Bitcoin has been above US$10,000 for the longest continuous period since 2017 - when it hit near to US$20,000 - and buyers aggressively buying up the US$10,000 level is in stark contrast to where the level has previously served as a multi-year level of resistance.
That having been said, US$10,000 is not the level that investors should really be paying attention to, it's US$12,000 - a multi-year level of resistance that has rejected numerous attempts to clear it.
Investors waiting for Bitcoin to crash however, to levels experienced in mid-March, may be left unsatisfied.
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, stocks, gold and commodities plunged to unprecedented levels in March (oil was negative at one stage), and Bitcoin succumbed to below US$3,600.
But eventually all asset classes recovered, helped in no small part by unprecedented fiscal and monetary stimulus - expecting another crash such as the one that happened in March is somewhat wishful at this stage.
Key to Bitcoin's precipitous drop in March was an unprecedented cascade of derivative contracts that were liquidated - over US$1 billion in futures contracts, mostly on BitMEX, were liquidated at the time, causing Bitcoin to fall by over 50% - traders were selling, but not necessarily because they wanted to.
Soon after the liquidations, Bitcoin's price bumped up again and quickly recovered to US$4,000 to US$5,000 in April.
A similar rout is being witnessed in the stock markets - options activity has been the tail that wags the dog as tech stocks were sold down last week, but early trading activity at the start of this week suggest that markets are set to recover again.
And given the possibility of Fed intervention in the coming days, Bitcoin's ability to stay over US$10,000, especially over the weekend where price dumps are more likely amidst thinner trading volumes, bodes well for a longer term bull case.
In the immediate term however, expect more volatility.
But a dump to half off?
Bitcoin has already halved more than once this year (blockchain rewards and price) and is unlikely to do so again.
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Humphreys families, civilians make kimchee for neighbors in need
CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea -- Ten Humphreys family members joined more than 100 local volunteers on Nov. 18 for the Sixth-Annual Kimchee Making for Neighbors in Need event at Pyeongtaek's AK plaza.
Sponsored by Korean Rail and the Pyeongtaek Social Welfare Center, the event provided an opportunity for Humphreys residents to volunteer as part of the Good Neighbor Program.
The kimchee-making event provided an opportunity for volunteers to help low-income seniors and encouraged them to help neighbors in need.
"For some people, kimchee might not mean something special but for the lower-income group, it gives a big help emotionally and economically," said Jong Seuk Kim, Chief of Pyeongtaek Social Welfare Center.
"Last year, when I delivered kimchee to an old man, I could never forget the smile and his eyes filled with appreciation. After his smile, it seems that this event gives me more power to make kimchee during this cold season," he added.
For the USFK participants, the event was also a great chance to learn how to make traditional Korean food, kimchee. AK Plaza provided 3,300 pounds of cabbage with 1,100 pounds of condiments.
Amy Brigham, one of the family member participants, said the event provided an opportunity for her and her daughter to learn how to make kimchee.
"My motivation for participating in Kimjang, which is kimchee making for winter season in Korean, together with my daughter was to learn about an autumn seasonal tradition of South Korea and to participate in a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage special and unique to Korea," Brigham said.
"My husband and I believe it is important for our daughter to learn about Korea and her Korean heritage. Events such as kimchee making allow her the opportunity to learn about this beautiful country," she added.
After making kimchee, everyone was invited to have some fresh kimchee and pork dishes. In Korea, there is a traditional custom in which people share foods that they just made after making kimchee and encourage each other for everyone's effort.
Another participant, Army Civilian employee Rianne Tillery, said she thought it was a nice event put together for a great cause.
"The most interesting part was learning from the more experienced kimchee makers how to prepare the kimchee. It was also nice that we were able to come in from the rain and enjoy some kimchee and streamed pork," Tillery said.
The Kimchee the volunteers made on Nov. 18 will be delivered to 150 low-income seniors living alone in Pyeongtaek City.
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Dr. Steve Tomlinson and his wife,
Eva, made a decision to incorporating alternative energy into the design of
their new home, looking for a sound design which incorporated their aesthetic
“Like so many others, I have become
increasingly environmentally conscious as planet Earth signals us to do so or
perish,” Dr. Tomlinson said.
“With this mindset I naturally
looked at various forms of alternative energy as Eva and I planned our new
house in Spotts. Arch Solar provided the answers we needed and we chose to
invest in a photovoltaic system,” he said.
“Their professionals were extremely
helpful and we are extremely pleased with the final structure which they
designed. It not only provides enough solar energy for at least half of our
needs but also acts as a protective covering over our pool deck. It is so
aesthetically pleasing that most people don’t realise that it is actually a PV
The Tomlinsons were one of the
first to enjoy the benefits of what is now known as an ‘Arch Solar Trellis,’ a
design that has won awards and has the industry buzzing.
“We take great care to custom
design solar systems that are both state-of-the-art and aesthetically pleasing
for our clients,” Dana Arch, vice president of Arch Solar explained.
“Our vision was to create a unique,
architectural photovoltaic system for Dr. Tomlinson and Ms Eva that would
enhance their beautiful home.”
The 11.9kW system uses 64 Sanyo HIT
Double bifacial solar panels, which capture additional ambient or scattered
light to produce more power.
“We first met with Dr. Tomlinson
shortly after launching our company in the fall of 2008,” said Ms Arch.
“As opposed to the typical
rectangular trellis, Arch Solar staff created a semi-circle design to mirror
the curvature of the pool and fit naturally within the patio and landscaping
plans. The trellis was customised to encase each solar panel exactly to be
weather tight and also incorporated an internal wire chase to allow for a
clean, sleek finish. The trellis columns
were designed to match the columns on the home for uniformity. The entire
structure is rated to 150 mph [wind speed].”
The Arch Solar Trellis is featured
on the cover of Sanyo’s new global solar brochure.
“Sanyo is pleased to see our
products installed in such an aesthetically pleasing manner, and that our
panels were chosen for this project by Arch Solar,” said Charles Hanasaki, president
of the Solar Division of Sanyo Energy (USA) Corporation.
“With Sanyo’s HIT double solar
panels, our customers are able to generate up to 30 per cent more than our
standard HIT panels, and they can be used in a variety of installation scenarios.”
The Arch Solar Trellis was also
honoured as a design award winner in the category of solar design by Florian
Solar Products, one of the industry’s leading suppliers of custom solar framing
systems. As such, Arch Solar is featured on Florian’s website and in the
company’s upcoming international catalogue.
“We at Florian are very impressed
with this installation,” confirmed Ross Kuenzle, manager of the Solar Division
of Florian Solar Products LLC.
“This is one of the most impressive
installs we have seen so far. This is one of the finest to date throughout the
entire solar industry as far as beauty, efficiency, and multi-use solar structures
are concerned,” he said.
“I’ve personally heard that echoed
throughout most of the solar industry from some of the biggest names. We are
also amazed as to the success of Arch Solar’s installation as it is so complicated,”
“Their problem free and timely
completion proved that they are more than a qualified installer. We are pleased
to have Arch Solar representing our products throughout most of the Caribbean
and we here at Florian look forward to seeing them top this marvel. Together we
can help to push the solar world to a new level where solar panels are
attractively installed with multi functions and purposes.”
Arch and Godfrey, the general
contractor for the project, implemented additional energy efficient measures
within the Tomlinson home, including Icynene insulation, a state-of-the-art
foam insulation that improves both energy efficiency and indoor air quality;
Dryvit outsulation, one of the most cost effective and energy efficient
exterior cladding systems; and insulated windows. Home automation and load
management control systems were provided by House Smart Technologies.
Arch Solar also designed and
installed a Heliodyne solar pool heating system, inconspicuously located above
the cabana, to provide extra warmth for the pool.
“If going green feels so good, we
invite others to join the Save the Planet initiative,” Dr. Tomlinson said.
“Arch Solar certainly has the quality workmanship and we are so glad we went to
them in the first place.”
Garth Arch, director of Arch Solar
said: “We have partnered with manufacturers that provide the most efficient and
attractive renewable energy systems that meet our clientele’s desire for
superior performance and innovative design.”

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St. Petersburg (Russia), May 25 : Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed his country's willingness to work closely with prime minister designate Narendra Modi and promised to strengthen economic, military and technical cooperation .
Speaking to a group of journalists from the international media here, Putin reportedly said that the relations between the two countries are above political parties. He said, Russians are friendly with the Indian people and they want to have good relations with India.
St. Petersburg, May 25 - Russian President Vladimir Putin said Saturday that his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping earlier this week in Shanghai marked that Russia-China relations have entered a new stage.
Putin made the comment during his meeting with representatives of world leading news agencies at the 18th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Xinhua reported.
Putin also said that the consensus reached and agreements signed in Shanghai demonstrated a big step forward for the relations between Russia and China.
Moscow, May 23 - Russia has termed "outrageous" Prince Charles' reported controversial description of President Vladimir Putin.
Remarks attributed to the Prince of Wales likening Vladimir Putin's actions to some of those of the Nazis are "outrageous", BBC quoted Thursday the Russian embassy as saying.
Deputy ambassador Alexander Kramarenko has met foreign office officials to ask for official clarification.
The alleged comments were made during a conversation with a former Polish war refugee during a royal tour to Canada.
Beijing, May 15 - Vice Foreign Minister Cheng Guoping said Thursday agreements on natural gas are expected to be signed between China and Russia during Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China.
Putin will visit China May 20 and attend the fourth summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Shanghai, reported Xinhua.
In the Feb 6 meeting at Sochi, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Putin reached important agreements on gas, and a vast majority of contracts.
London, April 15 : US President Barack Obama urged Russian President Vladimir Putin over phone to influence the pro-Russian activists to stop their protests in eastern Ukraine, media reported Tuesday.
The telephonic conversation between the two leaders came as the crisis in eastern Ukraine is increasing since the pro-Russian activists continued to occupy buildings in the eastern towns, BBC reported.
The US said the "frank and direct" conversation between the two presidents was made at Russia's request.
Moscow, April 15 : Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an order appointing Sergei Aksyonov as the interim head of Crimea.
The order dated April 14 came into force immediately, after it was published on the legal information portal Tuesday, ITAR-TASS reported.
Putin Monday informed the prime minister of Crimea about his decision to appoint Aksyonov as the interim head of the Black Sea peninsula.
"The constitution of Crimea has been adopted, and according to the existing legislation of Russia, it is necessary to appoint an interim head of Crimea," Putin said.
Moscow, March 29 - Russian President Vladimir Putin Friday submitted a proposal to the lower house of parliament on terminating a number of Russia-Ukraine agreements over the Black Sea Fleet.
The agreements, signed in 1997, are related to the parameters of division of the Black Sea Fleet as well as the status and conditions of the Russian Black Sea Fleet's deployment on the territory of Ukraine on reciprocal payments.
Moscow, March 21 : Russian President Vladimir Putin Friday signed into law legislation on the accession of Crimea after both houses of parliament unanimously approved it.
"I signed several decrees today, including the decree on the formation of one more federal district, the Crimean federal district," Putin said at the signing ceremony.
"We have a lot of work ahead on Crimea's adaptation and on its joining Russia's legal system, the Russian economy and the social sphere," Putin added.
Moscow, March 18 - Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree to recognise Crimea as a sovereign and independent state, the Kremlin press service said Monday.
"Considering the will of the peoples of Crimea expressed at the all-Crimea referendum on March 16, 2014, I hereby decree that the Republic of Crimea, where the city of Sevastopol has a special status, be recognised as a sovereign and independent state," Xinhua quoted the decree as saying.
It entered into force upon signature, the press service said.(IANS)
Moscow, March 2 - Russian Federal Council, or upper house of the parliament, Saturday approved President Vladimir Putin's request for using armed forces in Ukraine.
After the approval, Putin, as the commander-in-chief, could decide the number of troops and their armaments that were to be deployed in Ukraine, Xinhua quoted Vladimir Ozerov, chairman of the Federation Council's Defense and Security Committee, as saying.
Washington, Feb 22 : US President Barack Obama and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have agreed on the need to quickly implement an agreement aimed at ending the crisis in Ukraine.
Both leaders Friday stressed the importance of stabilising Ukraine's economic situation and undertaking necessary reforms, as they exchanged views on a range of global issues via phone, reported Xinhua citing a White House statement.
Obama and Putin also agreed on the need for all sides in Ukraine's current political crisis to refrain from further violence, it added.
New Delhi, Jan 25 : Russian President Vladimir Putin Saturday congratulated President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on India's Republic Day and also expressed satisfaction at the "dynamic development" of ties between the two countries.
In a message on the eve of Republic Day, Putin said: "I note with satisfaction the dynamic development of Russia-india relations, which stepped up to the level of special and privileged strategic partnership."
Moscow, Oct 3 : Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Barack Obama are likely to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Bali in Indonesia.
"The agenda of this meeting is being finalised. We believe that this meeting will take place," Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said Thursday, adding that the meeting is being planned for Oct 7.
"This was Russia's initiative to hold the meeting and it was at once supported by the American side," Ushakov said, while mentioning that the leaders "may discuss any theme" focussing on the situation in Syria.
Moscow, Sep 20 : Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the rival sides in Syria should find a peaceful way out of the crisis through mediation by the international community.
"No matter how difficult it is, we should find points of contact, facilitate their reaching agreements, find a balance of interests," Xinhua quoted Putin as saying Thursday at the Valdai International Club, a forum that debates on Russia and its role in the world.
"Then the situation in the country might stabilise for sometime and perhaps even improve," he added.
New York, Sep 12 : Russian President Vladimir Putin has welcomed the decision of his US counterpart Barack Obama to continue the dialogue process on the Syrian issue.
“I welcome the president’s interest in continuing the dialogue with Russia on Syria,” Putin wrote in an article published in The New York Times Wednesday.
“We must work together to keep this hope alive, as we agreed to at the Group of 8 meeting in Lough Erne in Northern Ireland in June, and steer the discussion back toward negotiations,” he wrote.
Moscow, Sep 10 : Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has expressed support for Russia's latest initiative to end the crisis in Syria over the alleged use of chemical weapons.
In a telephonic conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Abe expressed Japan's support for Russia’s initiative to place Syria’s chemical weapons under international control, the Kremlin press-service said Tuesday.
“Abe has highly evaluated the efforts Russia is taking on this track,” the press service said.
Vladivostok, Aug 31 : Russian President Vladimir Putin said Saturday that the Syrian government had never used chemical weapons and described the recent chemical attack in a Damascus outskirt as a provocation.
“As far as this incident is concerned, it is well-known that the Syrian government used to turn to the world community with a request to inspect, what it thought, cases of using chemical weapons against civilians by militants. Unfortunately, that did not happen,” the Russian leader told journalists.
According to Putin, the Syrian government troops are now on the offensive.
Washington, Aug 7 : US President Barack Obama has cancelled his meeting with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin that was planned for next month, the White House said Wednesday.
"Following a careful review begun in July, we have reached the conclusion that there is not enough recent progress in our bilateral agenda with Russia to hold a US-Russia summit in early September," the White House said in a statement, Xinhua reported.
However, it also cited Russia's decision to grant asylum to former US intelligence contractor Edward Snowden as one of the reasons for the decision.
Khimki (Russia), July 20 : Russian President Vladimir Putin slammed speculations that their overwhelming victory at the just-concluded Universiade was won by professional athletes.
"Unfortunately there have always been people in our country who when our rivals over there make some successes and achieve victories, loudly click their tongues and say 'what great guys they are'," Putin said during a meeting with the Universiade winners here Friday.
Putin added that by saying Russia was represented by professionals at the Kazan Games was pointless.
Washington, July 13 : US President Barack Obama discussed the status of Edward Snowden with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin Friday, hours after the former US spy agency contractor made clear his intention to seek political asylum in Russia.
In their phone conversation, the two leaders "noted the importance of US-Russian bilateral relations and discussed a range of security and bilateral issues, including the status of Edward Snowden and cooperation on counterterrorism in the lead-up to the Sochi Winter Olympics", the White House said in a terse statement, reported Xinhua.


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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Navigating the murky depths of winter, when the days grow dark and dreary, our mental well-being can be tested. Just as we tend to our physical health during this somber season, it's essential to remember that mental health is a continuous journey, ranging from moments of calm to grappling with significant challenges.
The Canadian Mental Health Association defines mental wellness as "a state of well-being and the ability to function in the face of changing circumstances." These changing circumstances include the weight of stress, the burden of loss, the complexity of human relationships, and the demands of decision-making.
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Yet, coping with stress is a skill we must cultivate, not an inherent trait. We learn these skills from our environment, and as we venture further into the gloomy days of winter, adding positive and healthy coping mechanisms to our lives becomes even more crucial.
The Canadian Mental Health Association provides a roadmap to maintaining mental wellness during these dark Winter days.
Here are some key coping skills that can act as beacons.
Read and Research
The more you understand depression and mental illness, the better equipped you are to safeguard your mental health. Seek help from trusted sources and engage someone you trust to assist in your learning journey.
Change Your Thinking Patterns
Redirecting negative and anxious thought patterns can enhance your mental well-being. Journaling your thoughts and focusing on your achievements can help you break free from the shadows of depression.
Ask for Help
Reaching out to others is an act of courage, not weakness. Build a support network of caring individuals who can offer solace during moments of despair.
Even when the darkness of winter casts a heavy weight, exercise can elevate your mood and mental functioning by increasing blood flow to the brain and releasing endorphins.
Eat and Sleep
Maintain a balanced diet and a regular sleep schedule. Aim for eight hours of sleep nightly, even if your appetite falters in the dimly lit days.
Prioritize activities that bring you peace and pleasure, whether it's meditation, outdoor excursions, hobbies, or simply taking care of a beloved pet.
Relax Your Standards
Be kind to yourself and let go of unrealistic expectations. Sometimes, we're harshest on ourselves, and it's essential to practice self-compassion.
A sense of humor can be a powerful remedy. Laughter can lighten the mood and act as a soothing balm for the soul. You don't need to wait for a comedy show; endless comedic content is just a click away on the internet.
In the heart of winter, remember that help is available, and you need not navigate the shadows alone. To learn more about healthy coping strategies and ways to reduce stress, consider visiting the Canadian Mental Health Association or exploring local resources like "Here 24/7," a 24/7 service dedicated to assisting with addictions, mental health, and crisis situations in Waterloo Region. You can reach them at 1-844-HERE247 (1-844-437-3247).
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With last night's ninth-inning meltdown, the Phillies have now lost 81 games. In a baseball season, 81 is the magic number that indicates the break even point in a 162 game season.
When a team hits 81 wins, it is guaranteed not to have a losing season. But, on the flipside, when a team hits 81 losses, as the Phillies did, they are guaranteed not to have a winning season.
In other words, the best the Phillies can do this season is finish with a .500 record . . . and that's only if they win their remaining 17 games.
While we live in a world of almost infinite possibilities -- after all, a man whose catch-phrase is "you're fired" has the potential to become the President based on a campaign tailored to out-of-work people and those dissatisfied with employment prospects -- I'd be pretty comfortable wagering all I have in life that the Phillies are not going to win out this season.
Regardless, with the Phillies guaranteed to have a losing season, the franchise has now strung together 5 consecutive non-winning seasons. Coming off the team's franchise-best 102 win season in 2011, the Phillies have been in a tailspin:
2012: 81-81 (.500)
2013: 73-89 (.451)
2014: 73-89 (.451)
2015: 63-99 (.389)
2016: 64-81 (.441)
The optimistic take here is that the Phillies have also guaranteed themselves a better season than last year. Like the Phillies winning 17 games to finish the season, it's also impossible for the team to go backwards in wins. With 64 wins this season, even if the Phillies were to lose their remaining 17 games, they'd finish 64-98, one game better than last year. That's progress!
The less optimistic take is that the Phillies' pythagorean win percentage is virtually the same this year as last - .385 last year, .386 this year. Given the team's dismal play recently (4-11 over the last 15 games), it's very possible this year's percentage dips lower than last year's.
How does this five year string of futility stack up against the franchise's past? Well, if you've been a fan of this team for more than just this century, you know that five years of non-winning records is just a blink of an eye for this franchise.
The most recent streak of 5 or more non-winning seasons came from 1994 to 2000 (7 seasons). During that stretch, the Phils were never as bad as they were last year (worst season was 2000's 65-97 (.401) record), but the streak started only one year removed from another 6-year streak from 1987 to 1992 (6 seasons).
These streaks are just another reason 1993 was such a phenomenal year - the World Series run was sandwiched by two long stretches of team misery. Taken together, from 1987 to 2000, the Phillies had losing seasons in 13 of the 14 years. Is it any wonder the team's fans who lived through that stretch still have a hard time believing good will come for the Phils?
But this being the Phillies we're talking about, the 1987 to 2000 stretch is actually not that bad. There were two more isolated stretches of losing from 1968 to 1974 (7 seasons) and 1954 to 1961 (8 seasons), but the real misery is from 1918 to 1948.
Thanks to a barely-winning season in 1932 when the Phillies went 78-76 (.506), the team didn't have 31 consecutive non-winning years, but that's little consolation: From 1918 to 1931, the Phillies had 14 consecutive losing seasons, and from 1933 to 1948, they had 16. It's a real shock that the franchise didn't fold during these years and that fans even bothered to show up to games.
After all, not only was the team not winning, but it was losing at an absurd rate. During this 31 year stretch, the team had a .373 winning percentage. Take that number in for a minute or two. Think of last year's Phillies with their .389 win percentage and imagine an even worse team than that. Now imagine that team playing that poorly for 31 consecutive years. That was the Phillies from 1918 to 1948. It really is amazing that we still have this franchise today.
With the Phils' currently well-stocked farm system and a front office that appears to know what it's doing, it's hard to imagine this 5-year run stretching into the depths of despair we've seen in the past with this team. Good times do seem to be on the horizon.
But for the remainder of this year, we are once again watching a losing season. And even though it's not going to be as bad as it has in the past, it still would be nice to watch winning baseball sometime again in the future.


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The husband-wife team Rob & Jen Slocumb started Martha\'s Trouble in 1998 in Houston, TX. Since then, they have self-released 8 albums on their own indie label, Aisling Records. Lived in a camper van for 2 years. Have played shows all over the US, Canada, and couple stints to Barcelona, Spain. Have had several TV & Film placements as well as national radio play including XM Satellite Radio.
In 2005 the duo began a 2 year maternity leave to have a two children.
It\'s been 4 years since their last release, Forget October (2004), and Martha\'s Trouble is back set to release a NEW EP with a few additional band mates.
This EP is a collection of 6 songs, 5 New, 1 re-mixed.
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Summertime and TV in my house means three things: Watching new summer programming, catching up on TV shows I missed during the conventional September-through-May TV season and baseball, specifically Boston Red Sox baseball.
In fact, on summer evenings, my TV is most likely tuned in to a baseball game. But when the Sox are not playing -- or when they're getting clobbered or if they're playing a really late west coast game -- I turn on other shows such as:
1. Entourage. Yes, they're spoiled adolescents. They're narcissistic. They play video games all day and party all night as if they're entitled to live lives of luxury. But the guys from Entourage greatly amuse me and I love hating Jeremy Piven's Ari Gold.
Remember that episode of Queer Eye For The Straight Guy that had the Fab Five making over Johnny Damon, Kevin Millar, and other members of the team? The creators of the show are about to start looking for contestants to be in another reality show that will involve the team, entitled Sox Appeal.
Here's the pitch: a woman will be paired up with a date for two innings of a game, then another date for another two innings. Then, in the 7th inning stretch, she'll decide which one she wants to stay with for the rest of the game (and maybe beyond). Not sure how they'll film a TV show during regular season games. That could be a pain in the ass for the players.
The article says that there will probably be a lot of use of the terms "scoring" and "strike out" during the series, and I predict they'll also use the terms "balls," "pine tar" and "hitting the showers."
Just got back from a few days of R&R in Cape Cod. I didn't watch too much television, but I did catch a couple of Red Sox games on NESN (New England Sports Network) along with their nightly sports updates. I've spent a good deal of time up in New England over the last few years, and I have to say that NESN is light-years better than the YES Network, which is the primary broadcast channel of the New York Yankees. I refer to the YES Network as the "New York Yankees Propaganda Network" because you rarely hear a discouraging word about them if you watch this channel with any regularity. Plus, their "Yankeeographies" of Yankee greats over the years are so fawning that they make you sick to your stomach.
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