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Penne and Zucchini with Lime and Herbs
Rachael Ray Sept 2011
- Salt and pepper
- 1 lb. penne rigate pasta
- 2 firm zucchini
- 3 About 3 tbsp. EVOO
- 1 fresno chile pepper, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon or 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 cup grated pecorino-romano cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachio nuts, toasted
Preparation time 30mins
Cooking time 60mins
Adapted from rachaelraymag.com
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
While the pasta is working, halve the zucchini lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Thinly slice into 1/4-inch-by- 2-inch strips—think fat matchsticks.
2. In a large skillet, heat the EVOO, 3 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. Stir in the chile and garlic for a minute. Add the zucchini, season with salt and pepper and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Add the lime juice to the zucchini and stir in the butter to melt. Add the pasta, parsley, mint, tarragon (or basil), a handful of cheese and the reserved pasta cooking water. Toss for 1 to 2 minutes. Top with more cheese and the pistachios.
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WMR headsets connect to your PC via HDMI and USB-A 3.0, while the motion controllers use Bluetooth 4.0. Unfortunately, not all PCs have what it takes to connect, so adapters (often called dongles) are required. The adapter market is huge, and buying the first thing you see might not always turn out great. We put together this guide to help you get the right connection.
A Bluetooth adapter that works with Windows Mixed Reality
If your PC doesn't natively support Bluetooth 4.0, Microsoft recommends an adapter from Plugable. It's tiny, it plugs in through a USB-A port (best used with USB 2.0), and costs only about $14. There are internal solutions you can look at as well, but this adapter is by far the easiest way to get your WMR motion controllers connected.
Display adapters that work with Windows Mixed Reality
If your PC only has DisplayPort, Mini DisplayPort, or USB-C, these adapters will help you get your WMR headset connected.
Plugable Mini DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0
This active adapter supports both 60Hz and 90Hz, plus it's available in both Mini DisplayPort and regular DisplayPort configurations. It costs only about $18 and will support 4K at 60Hz if you want to use it for other purposes than WMR.
Surface Mini DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0
If you're using a Surface device with WMR, you might be interested in an adapter to match. This supports 60Hz and 90Hz, plus it can be used elsewhere at 4K to maintain a 60Hz refresh rate. It costs about $40.
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Plugable USB-C to HDMI 2.0
Coming in at about $18, this adapter from Plugable takes the USB-C port on your PC and turns it into an HDMI 2.0 port. It works for both 60Hz and 90Hz, and can help you out elsewhere by offering 4K resolution at a 60Hz refresh rate.
Plugable USB-C to USB-A adapter
Your WMR headset also requires a USB-A port to plug into, but newer laptops sometimes only come with USB-C. If this is the case, grab this adapter from Plugable (about $10). It plugs into the USB-C port on your PC and provides an input for USB-A.
A powered USB 3.0 hub that works with Windows Mixed Reality
If your PC doesn't have enough USB 3.0 ports for all your peripherals and your WMR headset, you'll likely have to invest in a powered USB hub. That means it's plugged into a separate power source at all times.
Microsoft recommends the Plugable 10-port USB 3.0 hub (about $50) for WMR. It connects to a USB-A 3.0 port on your PC and offers up, as advertised, 10 USB-A ports. It comes with a 48W power adapter, and has a 4.4-star rating on Amazon with more than 2,650 reviews.
Making sense of adapter compatibility
WMR PCs come in two flavors: devices that are considered "Ultra" and devices that are considered "regular."
Ultra PCs generally have dedicated graphics cards (GPU) and can reach 90 frames per second (FPS). PCs that run standard WMR have integrated GPUs that can achieve 60 FPS.
Figuring out which adapters work with what can be confusing. Microsoft thankfully created some handy tables that outline what adapters are required based on what ports your PC has. (You can click to enlarge the images below.)
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The rumors about a Nintendo Switch Pro are almost as old as the Nintendo console itself. For some time now, many have agreed that a technically better model of the Nintendo Switch would come at some point. But then first came the Nintendo Switch Lite. But we’re going into the new year with new reports about the Pro model.
On the one hand, analysts continue to assume that the Pro model will come. The well-known Mat Piscatella (NPD Group) and Dr. In a forecast for 2021 at GamesIndustry, Serkan Toto (Kantan Games) and Piers Harding-Rolls (Ampere Analysis) assume that the Switch family will be the best-selling console in 2021. Despite PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series. Toto has long been a supporter of a Switch-Pro and, like Harding-Rolls, believes that the Switch-Pro will do its part in this potential success.
Dataminer presents new information on Switch Pro
Now the well-known dataminer SciresM is putting new clues on the table. These come from the firmware update for the console and therefore refer to new hardware with the code name “Aula”. The new hardware is said to use the same Mariko SoC (Tegra X1 +) as Nintendo Switch Lite and the first revision of the Switch. Of course, that doesn’t mean any technical improvement. SciresM therefore assumes that the clock rate is higher. In addition, there is talk of a real teak chip “4K UHD Multimedia SoC” in the firmware.
SciresM speculates that the chip could be in a new model of the dock and thus make 4K gaming on TV possible. This would have the great advantage that old models could also be compatible with the new dock. The firmware would also provide hints for better cooling and longer battery life.
The mostly well-informed Takashi Mochizuki had already determined in a Bloomberg article weeks ago that a new model would appear in the new year. Even then, there was talk of 4K resolution.
The year will tell what is true of these rumors.
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Do you love lentil fritters?
What’s not to love about these crispy and delicious little morsels?
The only downside is that they can be a bit tricky to figure out what to serve with them.
Not to worry though, because I’ve got you covered!
Check out these 9 easy side dishes that will pair perfectly with your lentil fritters.
See Also: 22 Best Mexican Vegetable Side Dishes
Why Consider Serving A Side Dish with Lentil Fritters?
When it comes to planning a menu, I always like to have a few vegetarian options on hand.
That way, I can accommodate guests with different dietary restrictions.
Lentil fritters are one of my go-to recipes because they’re hearty and flavorful, and they can be served as a main course or a side dish.
One of the things I love about lentil fritters is that they’re extremely versatile.
You can add whatever seasonings you like, and they go well with a variety of dipping sauces.
Another plus is that they’re easy to make ahead of time and reheat when you’re ready to serve them.
Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or a formal dinner party, serving lentil fritters is a great way to show your guests that you’re considerate of their needs.
You should consider serving a side dish with your lentil fritters for a few reasons:
- To add more nutrition to the meal: While lentil fritters are a nutritious option on their own, pairing them with a side dish can add even more vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to the meal.
- To round out the flavors: A well-chosen side dish can complement the flavors of the lentil fritters and create a more balanced overall taste.
- To provide additional texture: A side dish can add crispy, crunchy, or creamy texture to the meal.
- To create a more aesthetically pleasing plate: Let’s be honest, sometimes our food just looks better when it’s not all the same color. Adding a brightly colored or attractively arranged side dish can make your lentil fritters look even more appetizing.
Now that we’ve gone over a few reasons for why you should consider serving a side dish with your lentil fritters, let’s take a look at some of the best options.
What to Serve with Lentil Fritters?
There are many options for what to serve with lentil fritters. If you want to keep it simple, you can serve them with a dipping sauce or chutney. If you want something more substantial, you can serve them over a salad or with rice and vegetables.
Keep scrolling for more tasty ideas!
1. Fried Rice
Fried rice is a dish that I always crave.
The combination of textures in fried rice is really what does it for me – the crispy edges of the rice, the soft and fluffy center, and the crunch of the vegetables.
It’s also a dish that is really easy to make at home.
All you need is some cooked rice, a little oil, and your favorite mix-ins.
I like to add plenty of veggies – onions, carrots, peas, and mushrooms are all great choices – but you can really add anything you like.
Fried rice is also a great way to use up any leftovers you have in the fridge. Just throw them all in and see what happens!
Give it a try next time you’re in the mood for something special.
2. Quinoa Salad
Quinoa salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion.
The key to making a great quinoa salad is to get the right texture.
The quinoa should be cooked just enough so that it is slightly crunchy, but not mushy.
This can be achieved by cooking the quinoa in boiling water for about 10 minutes.
Once the quinoa is cooked, it can be combined with any number of ingredients, such as diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and herbs.
For a bit of sweetness, you can also add diced fruit, such as apples or mangoes.
The possibilities are endless!
Once you have added your desired ingredients, simply dress the salad with your favorite dressing and serve.
Quinoa salad pairs well with lentil fritters and is sure to be a hit with your guests!
Roasted vegetables are a great way to add texture and flavor to any meal.
The key to making them is to get the right balance of crispy and tender.
- I like to start by roasting some diced potatoes, sweet potatoes, and carrots in a little olive oil.
- After about 25 minutes, I add in some chopped kale and Brussels sprouts.
- I roast for another 10-15 minutes, or until the veggies are cooked to my liking.
For extra flavor, you can add in some garlic or herbs. I also like to serve my roasted veggies with lentil fritters.
They make a nice pairing!
A grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect side dish: it is simple to make and can be tailored to your taste.
The key to a great grilled cheese is all in the texture.
The bread should be crispy, but not burnt, and the cheese should be melted and gooey.
I like to add a thin layer of mayonnaise to my bread for extra flavor and creaminess.
You can also add other ingredients like tomatoes, bacon, or avocado.
When it comes to cheese, there are endless possibilities.
I usually stick with cheddar or mozzarella, but you can use whatever you like best.
A grilled cheese sandwich pairs well with fritters and can be easily customized to your taste.
So go ahead and give it a try!
5. Garden Salad
A Garden Salad is the perfect side dish for a summer BBQ or an easy weeknight meal.
Crisp lettuce, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers come together to create a light and refreshing salad that is sure to please.
The best part about a Garden Salad is that it can be customized to suit any taste.
For example, you can add crumbled feta cheese for a bit of salty flavor, or include diced avocado for a Creamy Garden Salad.
Looking to add some protein?
Grilled chicken or shrimp make excellent additions.
No matter what ingredients you choose, a Garden Salad is always a delicious and healthy option.
6. Caesar Salad
I love a good Caesar salad.
The texture of the romaine lettuce combined with the crispy croutons and creamy dressing is just heavenly.
And don’t even get me started on the flavor!
The tangy dressing, salty Parmesan cheese, and zesty garlic combine to create a truly unforgettable taste experience.
Plus, the salad pairs perfectly with my lentil fritters.
If you’ve never made a Caesar salad before, don’t worry – it’s actually quite simple.
Just start with a base of romaine lettuce and add in some croutons, Parmesan cheese, and dressing.
I like to add a few other ingredients as well, like cherry tomatoes and avocado.
But really, you can add whatever you like.
The possibilities are endless!
Once you’ve added all your desired ingredients, give the salad a good toss and enjoy.
7. Tomato Soup
Tomato soup is one of my favorite dishes.
See Also: 13 Best Tomatoes for Tomato Soup
It’s simple to make and can be easily tailored to your liking.
I like my tomato soup to be thick and creamy, with a smooth texture.
To achieve this, I use crushed tomatoes and cook them down until they’re nice and soft.
I then add some heavy cream and blend the soup until it’s smooth.
You can also add other ingredients to your soup, such as chopped onions, garlic, or even a bit of sugar if you find the tomatoes to be too acidic.
Tomato soup pairs well with many different dishes, but my personal favorite is lentil fritters.
The crispy exterior of the fritters contrasts nicely with the creamy soup, and the combination of flavors is simply delicious.
So next time you’re looking for a quick and easy meal, give tomato soup a try.
I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.
Chicken noodle soup is the perfect comfort food.
It’s warm, hearty, and packed with flavor.
The key to a great chicken soup is in the broth.
A good chicken broth should be rich and full-bodied, with a deep golden color.
The best way to achieve this is to roast the chicken before adding it to the soup.
This gives the soup a deeper flavor and richer color.
For added texture and flavor, you can also add some cooked noodles and shredded chicken to the soup.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, and serve it with a side of crusty bread or fritters.
I love a good vegetable soup. It’s the perfect dish if you’re looking for something hearty but healthy, and it’s so easy to make.
The key to a great vegetable soup is getting the texture right – you want it to be thick and creamy without being too stodgy.
I usually make mine with a base of carrots, celery, and onion, then add in whatever other vegetables I have on hand.
Sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and kale all work well.
For added flavor, I like to add in a bit of garlic and ginger.
And of course, no vegetable soup is complete without a few fritters on the side.
What to Serve with Lentil Fritters? (9 Easy Sides)
- Fried Rice
- Quinoa Salad
- Roasted Vegetables
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- Garden Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Tomato Soup
- Chicken Noodle Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Pick your favorite recipe from this list to serve with your fritters.
- Prepare the ingredients according to the recipe.
- Enjoy in no time!

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Pool table improvements
Pool table improvements including: (1) a quick change pool table cloth system including a snap on cloth; (2) a built in pool table level system including highly sensitive levels embedded into the pool table frame; (3) a pre-adjusted, push, pull slate frame leveling system including push and pull bolts for leveling and positioning a slate frame; (4) a seven bolt, bi directional, cushion/cap rail anchor system; (5) a U-shaped structural design; (6) tapered, self-taping, threaded flange inserts; and (7) a slate and frame movement system.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/566,694 filed Apr. 30, 2004.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is directed towards billiard tables, also known as pool tables, and more particularly, towards improvements to the standard pool table and pool table cover.
The game of billiards or pool is a centuries-old pastime that is played throughout the world. In order to effectively play the game, a quality constructed and assembled, and level pool table is required. Such quality pool tables include specially designed pool table covers that are precisely measured and stretched to created a desirable playing surface on the table. If either the construction or assembly of the pool table is shoddy, or if the pool table cover becomes worn, the quality of the game can be negatively impacted. Thus, there is a need in the art for improvements to the construction and assembly of pool tables, as well as to pool table covers.
The present invention provides: (1) a built in quick change pool table cloth system; (2) a built in pool table level system; (3) a pre-adjusted, push, pull slate frame leveling system; (4) a seven bolt, bi-directional, cushion/cap rail anchor system; (5) a U-shaped structural design; (6) tapered, self-taping, threaded flange inserts; and (7) a slate and frame movement system.
Quick Change Pool Table Cloth System
This present invention provides a system for applying and changing a pool table cloth easily and quickly as compared to conventional methods. The system allows one to quickly change the cloth on a pool table without the use of nails or staples that permanently attach the cloth to the table.
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As shown in
Male snaps 128 are provided on the pool table cloth 130, which snap tightly into the female snaps 126 in a mating engagement to achieve an anchoring system of the cloth 130 to the pool table 100. The male snaps 128 are mounted in the cloth 130 in the same relationship and spacing as the female snaps 126 in the slate frame 116 and the cushion rails 134. However, there is a special cloth stretching and marking of the cloth 130 that should be done before the snaps 128 are installed into the cloth 130. This is because the cloth 130 should be under tension while being used on the pool table 100.
Once the snaps 126, 128 are put into the pool table 100 and into the cloth 130, respectively, the cloth 130 may be laid over the slate 118 and the cushion rails 134 during assembly of the pool table 100. Then, the cloth 130 may be pulled into position and simply snapped into place. It should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the female snaps being embedded in the pool table frame and the male snaps being embedded in the cloth. Rather, the snap portions may be reversed and still be within the spirit and scope of the invention.
The quick change pool table cloth system as described above provides an advantage over prior art means for assembling a pool table cloth on a pool table. Particularly, it takes less time for a customer or pool table installer to apply the cloth in a professional manner, thus providing both a quick and easy method for changing the cloth. This means that non-professionals can install a cloth using the present system equally well as professional installers. This also saves money and time for the average purchaser of pool tables. The present invention also provides a easier way for customers to change the color of the cloth for a particular event instead of only replacing the cloth when it is worn out. Further, unlike prior art methods, the present invention does not require the use of nails or staples to apply the cloth to the table, which are bad for the cloth and bad for the pool table. Finally, the present invention's quick-change pool table cloth system provides for a more uniform and systematic stretching of the cloth to produce the best possible playing field for the pool table users.
Built in Pool Table Level System
The present invention further provides a system for quickly and accurately leveling a pool table that results in faster and easier setting up of the pool table, and ensures that the pool table is level when the installation is complete. This may be done without using any levels other than what is provided as built-in levels in the pool table components.
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In a preferred embodiment, two of the ultra high sensitivity tube levels 212 are mounted into the base end rails 214 of the pool table frame 204 and two of the high sensitivity tube levels 212 are mounted into one end of each of the longitudinal beams 208 of the pool table base frame 204 (only one level 212 is shown in each of the base end rails 214 and the longitudinal beams 208 due to the perspective of
Even though the pool tables 200 are taken apart after assembly for shipping purposes, the built-in levels 212 always report a level condition when the pool table 200 is re-assembled and adjusted properly. More particularly, after the legs 210 have been re-assembled into the pool table frame 204 in the customer's care, the frame 204 is raised by means of using a threaded rod 218 and a threaded flange 220 insert set into the bottom of each leg 210, as shown in
When all of the legs 210 are leveled, one side to the other, by adjusting the leg 210 height to create a level plane using the tube levels 212 on the base end rails 214, the side to side leveling is complete. The tube levels 212 on the longitudinal beams 208 are then used to level the length of the table frame 204. This leveling is performed in the same manner as the tube levels 212 on the base end rails 214, except that both legs 210 of one end of the pool table are raised or lowered the same distance until both longitudinal beam 208 levels 212 report the same level condition. The result when the adjustments are complete is an ultra accurate level condition of the pool table 200.
The above-described built in level system provides many advantages over prior art pool table leveling systems. One of the biggest advantages is that the levels used are far more accurate than simple carpenters' levels typically used by installers to level pool tables. The sensitivity of the levels used in this invention is more than thirty times more sensitive and accurate than that of simple three or four foot long carpenters' levels. This means a far superior level condition of the pool tables can be reached when using this system.
Second, it does not take a lot of people to lift and raise a pool table in accordance with the present invention as it does when adding shims, or turning a leg adjuster, to reach a level condition as required when using prior art methods of leveling a pool table using a carpenters' level. Rather, a single individual with a wrench can level a pool table using the present invention. Further, the leveling performed in accordance with the present invention can be achieved without any back strain or injuries that are typically associated with lifting pool tables to level them using conventional methods. The present invention also ensures that a highly accurate level condition can be achieved in minutes as compared to hours using multiple people as done with prior art methods used to level a pool table properly. Therefore, a non-professional can adjust the height of and level a pool table using the present system as well as a professional pool table installer. In addition, if the floor on which a pool table is installed shifts, or if someone wants to move the pool table, the present invention allows for easy re-adjustment by simply looking at the high sensitivity levels, re-adjusting the leg height using a wrench to turn the threaded rod, and raising the table to the level condition reported by the levels built into the pool table.
Pre-adjusted, Push, Pull Slate Frame Leveling System
The present invention further provides a system for pre-adjusting the slate frame and slate of a pool table to a flat, level condition between the different sections of slate and the pool table main frame during manufacturing of the pool table. Thus, the present invention allows for quick and easy line up of the slate for the customer or installer at the installation site. As shown in
The push bolts 306 are located in the cleat rails 310 of the pool table main frame 304. The cleat rails 310 provide the support for the slate frame 320 and slate 322. The cleat rails 310 are bored vertically, and have a tee nut 314 on the topside for the push bolts 306. The push bolts 306 are threaded into the tee nut 314 from the bottom side of the cleat rail 310 allowing the adjustment of the bolt 306 extending through the tee nut 314 to dictate the elevation of the slate frame 320 above the bolt 306 and tee nut 314. Once the bolts 306 are adjusted properly making a level plane, the bolts 306 are preferably locked in place with hex nuts 312. As the slate 322 and slate frame 320 are in a flat level plane with the bolts 306 locked in position during manufacturing, the slate will always be in proper alignment.
When the pool table's slate frame 320 and slate 322 are disassembled and packed for shipment, the pre-set push bolts 306 remain in their adjusted state. When the pool table is re-assembled later the slate frame 320 and slate 322 again become flat and level resulting from the pre-adjusted push points of the bolts 306. This is also made possible by a reverse action of a similar number of pull bolts 308 placed in a similar manner as the push bolts 306. These pull bolts 308 create a pulling action that is opposite to the pushing action of push bolts 306 by bolting through the cleat rails 310 and threading into threaded inserts located in the slate frame 320. These pull bolts 308 draw the slate 322 and slate frame 320 to the push bolts 306.
This produces a pre-leveled condition that is repeatable, as the surface of the slate 322 is controlled by pushing and pulling it to a specified place. If any minor adjustments are needed, all that is required is the adjustment of the height of one of the pushing bolts 306 causing the slate to move up or down as desired to reach the desired result.
One of the prior art methods of adjusting the slate and slate frame is by adding shims under the slate or slate frame to raise the slate. This requires a lot of time and someone who is a professional pool table installer. The present invention, on the other hand, does not require a professional installer and puts the burden of the line up of the slate on the manufacturer of the pool table. This results in the consumer being able to quickly set up the pool table with ease and produces a flatter surface than is possible with the prior art means of using shims to adjust the plane of the surfaces.
Seven-Bolt, Bi-Directional Cushion/Cap Rail Anchor System
The present invention further provides a system that increases the strength of the bolting action that holds the cushion rails of a pool table in place and dampens the vibrations caused by balls banging into the cushion rails. The system includes a billiard table comprising a slate, a slate frame, a cushion rail, and a sub-rail assembly wherein the cushion rail assembly is bolted vertically to the slate and slate frame and horizontally to the sub-rail assembly.
More particularly, this embodiment of the present invention is more than simply adding more bolts than the prior art practice of bolting the cushion rail through the slate of the table. Rather, this invention accurately locates and bolts the cushion rail in place both vertically and horizontally, therefore producing a multiplied holding force as compared to the single direction of a typical three bolt system used on a single typical cushion rail. The alignment of the present system forces a predictable, highly accurate alignment of the cushion and cap rails with minimal, if any, effort on the part of the individual assembling the pool table.
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Because the threaded flange inserts locate the vertical sub rail properly, the cap rail system of the present invention is forced to locate properly in a repeatable fashion. The installation and assembly of the pool table is assured to be accurate with little effort, while the solid anchor of the cushion rails and cap rails are dramatically increased over prior art construction methods. This system allows non-professional installers to easily locate and bolt the pool table together with an extreme degree of accuracy. In addition, the degree of professionalism is greatly increased because of the bi-directional anchoring system preferably uses nearly double the bolt locations of a typical cushion bolt down system. The rebound of the balls on the pool table is enhanced by this system, and therefore is a welcome feature, as well as the fast set up that results from the factory alignment of the seven bolt, bi-directional anchoring system.
U-Shape, Structural Design
The present invention also provides a system for engineering the structural design of pool tables. The invention provides exceptional strength as well as quick and accurate assembly that permits KD (“knock-down”) packaging to reduce shipping costs in each pool table.
The two pool table U-shaped ends, as shown in
The structure of the pool table is preferably made by combining two separate U-shaped sections of the pool table. The two sections are simply the ends of the pool table along with a section of the side of the pool table set between the two end sections. The strength of the pool table comes from the use of three separate large sections of preferably laminated plywood, which are tenoned, glued, and screwed into the corners of the U-shaped pool table ends. The strength is incredible compared to prior art engineered pool tables even while the sections are disassembled.
This engineered design sets up a wedge action between the U-shaped end sections and the center section of the base of the pool table. This is much like a keystone in a doorway or bridge. The short side center sections of the base are fastened to an interior support beam that is itself bolted to the short side sections of the U-shaped end sections. These inside support beams are nested into each plywood corner section of the U-shaped section ends.
In addition to the support created by the wedge and the internal support beam, there are preferably two additional support I-beams that are bolted to each end of the plywood, U-shaped, inside, corner box sections.
The resulting pool table frame includes two U-shaped end sections, two center sections that are fastened to the U-shaped sections with an interior support beam, and two support I-beams that are secured to each end of the U-shaped sections. This U-shaped structural system provides massive strength in a pool table designed to be shipped KD, while requiring only a few minutes to assemble a highly accurate assembly in a repeatable fashion. Thus, the cost of the product to the customer is reduced because a professional installer is no longer needed to assemble a high strength pool table.
Tapered, Self-Tapping, Threaded Flange, Inserts
The present invention further includes an improved anchoring device for pool tables. This embodiment comprises a metal threaded flange used for bolting items to wood where high strength is required. The threaded flanges come in many sizes, from large to small. The flanges can be used to anchor to end grain of wood, which is extremely difficult, as well as to side grain of the wood.
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The flanges are engineered to have vent holes allowing the use of epoxies to be used. The vent holes allow excess epoxy to escape, so the flange will seat properly without height issues. The epoxy glue adds to the holding strength of the flange as well by gluing the wood threads on the outside of the flange to the taped wood threads. Holes that are bored in the face for vents are also used as pin locations for special wrenches used to turn the threaded flange into the wood holes.
The flange works by gaining unequaled holding power in wood, side or end grain. The extremely strong anchoring system allows wood to be bolted together to get exceptional strength. The multiple ways the insert gains anchoring strength makes it extremely strong when glued and screwed into place. The self-tapping function helps gain strength, but also allows for self-centering of the threaded flange.
To use the flange, a hole is bored in wood where it is necessary to bolt to the wood. The hole size in the wood matches the required dimension of threaded flange. Then, a small amount of epoxy is put on the inside of the hole. The threaded insert is then turned into the hole until the proper depth is reached, or until the flange bottoms out against the face flange. Excess epoxy is then wiped away from the face of the flange. Lastly, wood screws are driven into the face of the flange through the countersink holes.
In the prior art production of pool tables, and other furniture-type items that require very high strength from wooden joints, especially end grain of the wood, it is nearly impossible to get strength in anchoring wood parts together. The threaded flanges of the present invention, however, are engineered to be the strongest fastener on the market. When the flanges are used, the wood joints become as strong as needed without any issues.
Slate and Frame Movement System
The present invention also addresses the difficult task of moving the heavy sections of slate into place while setting up a pool table and minimizing the health risks and damage to the slate while moving it to its final, exact, resting place on a pool table during the assembly of the pool table. This embodiment of the present invention makes this task much easier and more safe.
Each slate section of a pool table is large and weighs hundreds of pounds. This means that a huge amount of force must be used to move the slate even after the heavy slate section is placed onto the pool table. Prior art installation methods encounter the problem of how to use massive force to lift and move the heavy slate tiny distances in a controlled manner without damaging the delicate slate as it bangs into the slate setting next to it, or hurting the persons installing the slate. The present invention solves this problem by using multiple long wooden rollers, pry-bars, and engineered notches in the pool table cleat rails that allow the pool table to be moved tiny distances with ease and safety.
The wooden rollers are simply placed on the base of the pool table where the slate is to be placed. The slate is then lifted and placed on those rollers. Once the slate is on the rollers, it can be easily rolled to the approximate area it will be used.
Then the rollers are removed by using pry-bars to lift the slate were special notches are machined into the pool table base cleats. The rollers are slid out of each area while the slate is lifted away from the rollers by using the pry-bars. Once the rollers are removed from under the slate, the slate can be easily moved any short distance by rotating the pry bars in the notched out areas, while applying pressure to lift on the slate.
This embodiment of the present invention provides a significant advantage because prior art practices require the use of massive strength to slide the slate into position, which can be destructive and requires many individuals to participate in locating the slate. In addition, because the slate is so heavy, it is nearly impossible to move the slate tiny distances to achieve the best proper alignment.
This embodiment of the present invention, however, allows the slate to be placed exactly in the correct position with ease. Therefore, this new invention provides a significant improvement over the prior art because the exact placement of the slate is extremely important to achieve the proper dimensions of the playing field, and/or cap rail system.
In view of the foregoing, the present invention provides several improvements over prior art pool tables, pool table covers, and assembly thereof. Certain modifications and improvements will occur to those skilled in the art upon a reading of the forgoing description. All such modifications and improvements of the present inventions have been deleted herein for the sake of conciseness and readability but are properly within the scope of the present inventions.
1. A billiard table comprising:
- a mainframe assembly;
- a slate frame that is supported by the mainframe assembly, the slate frame comprising a plurality of first snap portions disposed on the perimeter of the slate frame;
- a slate bed that is supported by the slate frame;
- a cushion rail assembly that is supported by the slate bed, the cushion rail assembly also comprising a plurality of first snap portions disposed on the cushion rail assembly; and
- a table cloth comprising a plurality of second snap portions that are complementary to the first snap portions disposed on the slate frame and the cushion rail assembly;
- wherein the table cloth is stretched prior to the second snap portions being disposed on the table cloth so that the second snap portions can be positioned on the table cloth to create an optimal tension in the table cloth when the table cloth is secured to the billiard table;
- wherein the second snap portions on the table cloth align with and enter into a mating engagement with the first snap portions on the slate frame and the cushion rail assembly to secure the table cloth to the slate frame and the cushion-rail assembly; and
- wherein the mating engagement of the first and second snap portions is such that when the table cloth is removed from the billiard table such removal does not leave any holes in the table cloth, slate, slate frame, or cushion rail assembly.
2. The billiard table of claim 1 wherein the first snap portions on the cushion rail assembly are disposed on the inside and the bottom of the cushion rail assembly.
3. A method of manufacturing a billiard table having a removable table cloth cover comprising the steps of:
- providing a mainframe assembly;
- providing a slate frame assembly that is supported by the mainframe assembly;
- providing a slate bed that is supported by the slate frame assembly;
- providing a cushion rail assembly that is supported by the slate bed;
- disposing a plurality of first snap portions on the slate frame;
- disposing a plurality of additional first snap portions on the cushion rail assembly;
- stretching a table cloth over the billiard table;
- marking a placement of second snap portions that are complementary to the first snap portions on the table cloth to provide for optimal tension in the table cloth when the table cloth is secured to the billiard table;
- disposing the second snap portions on the table cloth;
- aligning the second snap portions on the table cloth with the first snap portions on the slate frame and the cushion rail assembly;
- snapping the first snap portions and the second snap portions into a mating engagement to secure the table cloth to the billiard table; and
- removing the table cloth cover by unsnapping the first snap portions and second snap portions without leaving any holes in the table cloth, slate, slate frame, or cushion rail assembly.
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- Results of the Partial International Search mailed on Jan. 13, 2006 in connection with PCT/US2005/014985.
- International Search Report mailed on Mar. 21, 2006 in connection with PCT/US2005/014985.
- Written Opinion of the International Searching Authority mailed on Mar. 21, 2006 in connection with PCT/US2005/014985.
International Classification: A63D 15/00 (20060101); A63F 9/24 (20060101);


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W: Ernest Lehman [based on the musical by Richard Rodgers
& Oscar Hammerstein II]
DP: Leon Shamroy
Ed: Robert L. Simpson
Mus: Alfred Newman & Ken Darby
PD: Lyle Wheeler & John de Cuir
Cos: Irene Sharaff
Deborah Kerr (Anna Leonowens), Yul Brynner (King
Mongkut of Siam), Rita Moreno (Tuptim), Terry Saunders (Lady Thiang), Martin Benson (Kralahome), Rex Thompson (Louis Leonowens)
One of the most accessible Rodgers & Hammerstein musicals
(along with The Sound Of Music), adapted initially from Margaret Landon's novel 'Anna & The King of Siam' for the stage version, prior to this big screen adaptation.
Deborah Kerr plays the uptight school teacher Anna Leonowens,
who is a guest of King Mongkut to teach his children in 1860's Siam (Thailand).
The culture clash is apparent for both characters as East
meets West and each of the main characters personifying this.
There's many an iconic scene, especially some of the song and
dance numbers and Yul Brynner's performance earned him a Best Actor Oscar.
Some aspects haven't dated so well, particularly the
technicolor cinematography and some controversial elements in the story that some have seen as culturally offensive.
Still, it's one of the better musicals from the genre's Golden
Age and my personal favourite film of 1956.

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This page contains Cheats for Fight Night 2004 organized by sections for Playstation 2. This game has "Sports" as genre, made by Ea Sports, released on Apr 5, 2004. If you can't find a hint or secret in our list, then please check this page periodically for the latest updates.
- Developer: Ea Sports
- Publisher: Ea Sports
- Genre: Sports
- Release: Apr 5, 2004
- ESRB: Teen
Use one of the following codes:
|At the main menu press Left, Left, Left, Right, Right, Right, Left, Right, Right||All Venues|
|At the main menu press Left, Right, Left, Right, Left, Right, Left||Big Heads|
|At the Main Menu, select My Corner, Record Book, Most Wins-Boxer, then press Up twice||Big Tigger|
|At the main menu, highlight "Play Now" then press Left, Right, Left, Right, Left||Small fighter|
A list of unlockables for this game:
|Unlockable:||How to Unlock:|
|Bangkok Palace||Play career mode and win a match in Bangkok Palace|
|Beat Chest (Taunt)||Defeat Rafael Marquez in Featherweight|
|Bolo Punch||Defeat Sugar Ray Leonard|
|Boogie Down (Taunt)||Defeat Kevin Kelly in Featherweight|
|Ceasars Palace||Play career mode and win a match in Ceasar's Palace.|
|Ducking Hook||Defeat Muhammad Ali|
|Executioner trunks||Defeat Bernard Hopkins|
|Greatest (Trunks)||Defeat Ali|
|Homerun (Signature Punch)||Defeat Antonio Tarver in Lightheavyweight|
|Lion (Trunks)||Defeat Lennox Lewis|
|Lunging Hook||Defeat Evander Holyfield|
|Lunging Uppercut||Defeat Sugar Shane Mosely|
|Shake Head (Taunt)||Defeat Ricardo Mayorga in Welterweight|
|shine the glove||Defeat Jake LaMotta|
|Smokin' (Trunks)||Defeat Joe Frazier|
|staples center||Play career mode and win a match in the staples center|
|The Sledgehammer (Signature Punch)||Defeat Sonny Liston in Heavyweight|
|The Viceroy||Play career mode and win a match in the Viceroy|
|tito trunks||Defeat Felix Trinidad|
|Undisputed (Trunks)||Defeat Roy Jones Jr.|
|Warrior (Trunks)||Defeat Evander Holyfield|
|Watch the Birdie||Defeat Bernard Hopkins|
|wave in||Defeat Felix Trinidad|
|Westerholz arena||Play career mode and win a match in the Westerholz arena|
When your opponent gets close to you, lean back and wait for him to punch at your head. He can still punch your body, but if he goes for your head he will miss as he punches. Throw a jab and an uppercut combo. It will do a hard punch on him more than 75% of the time. It is difficult to get used to, but you must do it fast. Once you get the hang of it, you will have no problem knocking him out.
Watch your opponent's stamina (the blue bar). Get them to throw hook punches and dodge out of the way, Their stamina will drop about 40%. Throw a jab or a straight and they should try throwing another hook. When their blue bar is almost drained completely, hit them with a special punch (R2). If you can catch them with it while their stamina is all the way down, it may cause an Instant Knockdown. This also works with upper cuts, but not as often because a special punch is more powerful. Instant Knockdowns result in a longer count while they are on the ground, and can turn the tide in your favor.
Easy sparring training
To score high scores in sparring training, wait for your trainer to throw a punch, then dodge out of the way. Then, use alternating jabs and straights, alternating between head shots and body shots. Do about three to five shots, then switch to either the head or the body.
Get away with head butts or low blows
When the bell rings at the end of the of the round, use the illegal hit. As long as the bell to end the round sounds, you will not be disqualified.
If you know cheat codes, secrets, hints, glitches or other level guides for this game that can help others leveling up, then please Submit your Cheats and share your insights and experience with other gamers.
Is it possible to get a 10 count with 1 punch at the beginning of the fight....
Posted on: 05-23-2011
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New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE) has introduced a voucher scheme for small business owners to give them access to training and services to help build their management capabilities with the aim of accelerating business growth.
The scheme is called the NZTE Capability Development Voucher Scheme. Under the scheme eligible businesses will receive a voucher to cover 50% of the cost of NZTE approved training.
NZTE has appointed a number of management and professional service firms to deliver training workshops, courses and coaching under the voucher scheme.
UHY Haines Norton is pleased to announce that we have been accredited by NZTE to be one of their approved service providers.
Under the scheme UHY Haines Norton offers programmes to improve business performance through better planning, improved management information systems, better cashflow forecasting and improved costing and pricing of products and services.
Details about the training, workshops and coaching services which qualify under the NZTE voucher scheme can be found on our website.
To qualify for the training subsidy a business must meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Fewer than 50 full time employees.
• Registered for GST in New Zealand.
• Currently trading i.e. with paying customers, not a start up business.
• Privately owned.
• A demonstrated desire to innovate and grow.
A business meeting these criteria will also be required to undergo an assessment by Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED).

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Houzz is the new way to design your home.
138,109 decorating dressers Home Design Photos
To search for all words in exact order, you can use quotes around the term.
Example: "decorating dressers"
To search for all words in any order, add "+" before each word.
Example: +decorating +dressers
Refinished Buffet Into Bedroom Dresser With Funk
This dresser was a labor of love. Bought the buffet at a second hand non profit organizations furnishings sale. I used a stencil for the flowers and hand painted the birds.
Is this considered traditional. The dresser
Ideas for girls bedroom. Love the simplicity of the dresser decorations.
Mirrors above dresser
Dresser in mama's closet
Decorating old dressers
Bedroom Dresser With Funk
Dresser, lamps...baby room dresser...Painting on dresser...dresser, decor...Painted dresser...The dresser...Decor over dresser...love the dresser...custom dresser...Gorgeous Dresser
Abbe Fenimore Studio Ten 25
Living Room Chic
Malm dresser from Ikea with glass piece and acrylic drawer pulls from Anthropologie
Malm dresser from Ike's, mirrored top and custom drawer pulls
Ikea malm dresser with acrylic pulls from anthropologie
Malm dresser custom cut mirror on top - acrylic pulls anthropologie
Dresser top, use different 'style' pcs
about the dresser. Is that a "glammed version" of a mass production? "This dresser is one of my favorite pieces. We didn't want to use the dresser that matched the night stands, it would have been overkill. This piece was the perfect size and the price was great, it's the Malm Dresser from Ikea! We had
this same dresser in my master bedroom."
Designer Abbe Fenimore started with a Malm Dresser from Ikea and had a mirror cut to fit the top. The crowning touch: acrylic drawer pulls from Anthropologie. See the rest of the home and get more of Fenimore's secrets for designing for couples.
My Houzz: Charming Mountain Chic home on the foothills of Lookout Mountain
plants decorate the dresser and record player. “My idea of gardening is being able to walk out my back door and cut flowers or greenery in any season,” Carter says.
plants decorate the dresser and record player. “My idea of gardening is being able to walk out my back door and cut flowers or greenery in any season,” lOVE the lamp & shade! Colors..table
great lamp More Mississippi pottery and plants decorate the
dresser at front entry for stuff
the dresser and record player. “My idea of gardening is being able to walk out my back door and cut flowers or greenery in any season,” Carter says.
plants decorate the dresser and record player. “My idea of gardening is being able to walk out my back door and cut flowers or greenery in any season,” Carter says. Pottery pitcher: McCarty's Pottery; lamp: Scott's Antiques
Loudoun County Design Build Experts
Matthew Bowe Design/Build, LLC is a design build firm serving Northern Virginia. We are active in new home construction, home remodeling and home additions.
Dresser and things on the dresser
Try that dresser in another room. Dressers are one of the most versatile pieces of furniture, providing
A beautiful dresser or chest in the entry (even if your entry
Try that dresser in another room. Dressers are one of the most versatile pieces of furniture, providing both display space and storage. Try using one in the entryway with mail on top, scarves and hats in the drawers below. Or put one in the dining room to use as a buffet, with linens housed in the drawers
your old dresser with chalkboard paint and keeping supplies organized by writing with chalk on the drawer fronts.See how to make your own chalkboard paint
Box it Design
Master Suite Renovation and Redesign
The dresser is from Room & Board
guest room ideas for above dresser!
One wall patterned, I like the dresser
Headboard and dresser decor
great extra-wide dresser
Photos over the dresser
Dresser color...love dresser...Gray dresser...dresser top decor...West Elm dresser...Loving the dresser...size of dresser...Dresser color?...Dresser sz...stained dresser...that he dresser?
Erika Bierman Photography
Decorating dresser top
decorative pillows...wall decor
full size dresser as changing table
idea of longer dresser with half serving as changing table
I like how they used things from the baby shower as decor (i.e. diaper cake, 'it's a boy' banner.
top of a dresser. When your baby grows, the changing pad will come off and you will still have a great piece for storage. You can take the opportunity to mount display shelves on the wall above for decorative toys, photographs, books and other mementos.
full-size dresser double as a changing table. With a changing pad on top, there is still room to keep essentials at hand, and the drawers can store extra diapers and supplies. Later, simply remove the pad and your child can continue to use the dresser for many years to come.
Love the dresser with the mix of white wood, dark wood and copper pulls
Love the color combination for this dresser.
lamp and the dresser!
lamp, dresser, rug, wallpaper
Lamp dresser...I like the dresser...Great "rio" dresser...Awesome decor...Lamp! And dresser...Dresser idea


You know Obama's famous words "we must act and we must act now without delay" he said that about the stimulus and healthcare and has said the same thing about the VA scandal. Well a bill was introduced to put a temporay fix on the VA problem. Passed the house with flying colors. Who blocks it? Senate dummocrats and an independent. One reason; needs more time to read a THREE page bill. I wonder if those who voted no on helping veterans read the 1,100 page healthcare bill? Why not Nancy Pelosi it and pass it then read it later? This is a disgrace to our veterans!!!


Venera 1 was a 643.5-kilogram probe consisting of a cylindrical body 1.05 metres in diameter topped by a dome, totalling 2.035 metres in height. This was pressurized to 1.2 standard atmospheres (120 kPa) with dry nitrogen, with internal fans to maintain even distribution of heat.
Two solar panels extended from the cylinder, charging a bank of silver-zinc batteries. A 2-metre parabolic wire-mesh antenna was designed to send data from Venus to Earth on a frequency of 922.8 MHz. A 2.4-metre antenna boom was used to transmit short-wave signals during the near-Earth phase of the mission. Semidirectional quadrupole antennas mounted on the solar panels provided routine telemetry and telecommand contact with Earth during the mission, on a circularly-polarized decimetre radio band.
The probe was equipped with scientific instruments including a flux-gate magnetometer attached to the antenna boom, two ion traps to measure solar wind, micrometeorite detectors and Geiger counter tubes and a sodium iodide scintillator for measurement of cosmic radiation.
An experiment attached to one solar panel measured temperatures of experimental coatings. Infrared and/or ultraviolet radiometers may have been included. The dome contained a KDU-414 engine used for mid-course corrections. Temperature control was achieved by motorized thermal shutters.
Venera 1 was the second of two attempts to launch a probe to Venus in February 1961, immediately following the launch of its sister ship Venera-1VA No.1, which failed to leave Earth orbit. Soviet experts launched Venera-1 using a Molniya carrier rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. The launch took place at 00:34:36 GMT on 12 February 1961.
The spacecraft, along with the rocket’s Blok-L upper stage, was initially placed into a 229 × 282 km low Earth orbit,before the upper stage fired to place “Venera 1” into a heliocentric orbit, directed towards Venus. The 11D33 engine was the world’s first staged-combustion-cycle rocket engine, and also the first use of an ullage engine to allow a liquid-fuel rocket engine to start in space.
Three successful telemetry sessions were conducted, gathering solar-wind and cosmic-ray data near Earth, at the Earth’s Magnetopause and on February 19 at a distance of 1,900,000 km. After discovering the solar wind with Luna 2, Venera 1 provided the first verification that this plasma was uniformly present in deep space. Seven days later, the next scheduled telemetry session failed to occur.
On May 19, 1961, Venera 1 passed within 100,000 km of Venus. With the help of the British radio telescope at Jodrell Bank, some weak signals from Venera 1 may have been detected in June. Soviet engineers believed that Venera 1 failed due to the overheating of a solar-direction sensor.


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This script filters through all the PDBs in the parent dir (you can easily the the directory it scans). For each molecule, it saves just the ligands/heteroatoms (excluding the waters). This gives you a simple way to filter through a database of proteins looking only at their ligands.
This script, as noted below, works on the objects at the level of a molecule. While we can iterate over atom number (ID), residue number (resi), etc we do not have any such "MOLID". So, we provide this simple workaround. You might need this file because if you have a residue (like #111 from 3BEP) that consists of a molecule and an atom then there's no other way to save the separate pieces (of molecule/atom) into two (or more files). As you can see in the following listing, if we iterate over the hetero atoms (and not waters) in 3BEP we get,
PyMOL>iterate bymol het, print resi, resn, ID, chain, segi, alt 111 5CY 6473 C 111 5CY 6474 C 111 5CY 6476 C 111 5CY 6477 C 111 5CY 6478 C 111 5CY 6479 C 111 5CY 6480 C 111 5CY 6481 C 111 5CY 6482 C 111 5CY 6483 C 111 5CY 6484 C 111 5CY 6485 C 111 5CY 6486 C 111 5CY 6487 C 111 5CY 6488 C 111 5CY 6489 C 111 5CY 6490 C
which does not allow us to separate the two pieces.
python # # This simple script will filter through all PDBs in a directory, and for each one # save all the ligands/heterotoms (that aren't waters) to their own file. This # script operates at the level of molecules, not residues, atoms, etc. Thus, if # you have a ligand that PyMOL is treating as ONE residue, but is actually two # separate molecules, or a molecule and an atom, then you will get multiple files. # from glob import glob from os import path from pymol import stored theFiles = glob("../*.pdb"); for f in theFiles: # load the file cmd.load(f); # remove the protein and waters cmd.remove("polymer or resn HOH"); cmd.select("input", "all") cmd.select("processed", "none") mol_cnt = 0 while cmd.count_atoms("input"): # filter through the selections, updating the lists cmd.select("current","bymolecule first input") cmd.select("processed","processed or current") cmd.select("input","input and not current") # prepare the output parameters curOut = path.basename(f).split(".") + "_" + str(mol_cnt).zfill(5) + "_het.pdb" curSel = "current" # save the file cmd.save( curOut, curSel ); print "Saved " + curSel + " to " + curOut mol_cnt = mol_cnt + 1; # remove all to move to next molecule cmd.delete("*"); python end

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Within the busy world of recent healthcare, the idea of neighborhood therapy and group healthcare companions is gaining significance. As people, households, and communities search extra obtainable and tailor-made healthcare options, entities just like the South Valparaiso – Speedy & & Pressing Care Facility are on the forefront of redefining the healthcare panorama. This write-up checks out the very important function of group care and the collective initiatives of space well being care companions in promoting wellness and cultivating more healthy societies.
Understanding Group Care
Neighborhood care is an all pure method to healthcare that places emphasis on neighborhood participation, entry, and customised assist. It surpasses typical medical providers to cope with the broader necessities of individuals inside a neighborhood. At its core, group therapy has to do with creating a community of help that prolongs past the wall surfaces of well being care amenities.
The South Valparaiso – Speedy & & Pressing Remedy Clinic reveals the importance of space care. By offering fast and pressing medical curiosity, the clinic involves be an necessary supply for the neighborhood populace. Nevertheless, space care prolongs past medical therapy; it incorporates preventative therapy, well being schooling, and neighborhood engagement.
The Columns of Neighborhood Remedy
Entry: Among the many essential features of group care is ensuring that well being care providers are conveniently obtainable to all members of the group. Speedy care clinics play a pivotal operate hereof, supplying well timed medical consideration with out the demand for visits. This ease of entry is essential in attending to small wellness points promptly, avoiding them from intensifying proper into extra substantial considerations.
Preventive Remedy: Group care locations a robust give attention to security nets to take care of common well being. Well being and wellness schooling and studying packages, vaccination drives, and routine exams are indispensable parts of preventative care. By proactively addressing wellness considerations, space care intends to reduce the fear on the medical care system and enhance the standard of life for individuals.
Collaboration with Group Healthcare Companions: The success of space therapy relies upon closely on collaboration with completely different stakeholders, together with space healthcare companions. These companions can embody neighborhood healthcare amenities, pharmacies, public well being and wellness firms, and numerous different physician. The synergy between numerous entities ensures a complete and built-in methodology to healthcare supply.
Neighborhood Healthcare Partnerships: A Collective Strategy
Neighborhood medical care partnerships entail forging alliances between completely different healthcare suppliers, firms, and space assets to enhance the overall well being framework. In relation to the South Valparaiso – Speedy & & Pressing Remedy Clinic, these collaborations intensify the affect of group care campaigns.
Bettering Shopper Referrals: Neighborhood healthcare companions facilitate easy references between numerous healthcare suppliers. For instance, the immediate care facility may crew up with neighboring medical amenities to make sure that folks requiring personalized remedy or extra evaluation are effectively transitioned to the suitable facility.
Sharing Assets: Cooperation amongst neighborhood healthcare companions permits for the dependable sharing of sources. This might embody sharing medical gear, experience, and even personnel, guaranteeing that every healthcare entity runs at its optimum capability and provides one of the best possible just like the neighborhood.
Holistic Healthcare Options: By working collectively, space well being care companions can present a extra thorough collection of options. This ensures that the realm has entry to numerous well being care decisions, overlaying no matter from major care and pressing medical consideration to specialised therapies and lasting therapy.
Neighborhood Outreach Packages: Partnering with neighborhood firms and neighborhood leaders permits healthcare suppliers to interact in efficient outreach packages. These campaigns may encompass well being gala’s, tutorial workshops, and understanding tasks, cultivating a society of wellness and well being inside the space.
Lastly, the South Valparaiso – Speedy & & Pressing Remedy Facility works as an indication of group care, symbolizing the collaborative spirit of medical care partnerships. By specializing in accessibility, precautionary therapy, and tactical partnerships with space well being care companions, the power contributes to creating a more healthy and extra sturdy group.
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An amazing journey into mental illness. ~ Review by JuliaDance
If you’ve ever wanted to know what it feels like to go crazy, look no further than this book. It’s so vivid and emotional in its depiction of a person’s brain losing grip on reality. Both funny and heartbreaking at the same time…it is an incredible read. I couldn’t put it down!
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Idea maven with a passion for making a difference
My dream job would entail sitting behind a Lucy/Peanut's style booth offering up creative ideas rather than psychological advice. I've cared about homelessness since I first moved to San Francisco in the late 80s. Lava Mae marries my best skills: leadership, creativity, marketing and development. The idea was birthed from a desire to improve the lives of those experiencing homelessness, a passion for good design, and my fascination with mobile food.


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Tender pulled venison mingles comfortably with four beans, sweet onions, and barbeque sauce in this filling casserole. It takes some time, but it's worth the effort!
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Home > News > Nation
Tuesday February 18, 2014 MYT 12:00:00 AM
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by syed azhar
KOTA BARU: The Kelantan government has been urged to waive water tax imposed on 8,000 padi farmers owing to the dry season.
The RM10 per hectare levied annually was a burden to the farmers, especially when their income was unstable as their padi planting was being disrupted by the lack of irrigation water, said Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Datuk Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
“Presently, the farmers are paying RM250,000 annually as water tax to irrigate their padi fields. It would help if it is waived,” he said after meeting the farmers at Tanjung Puri here yesterday.
Ismail added that the ministry would also assist the farmers to buy 300 mobile suction pumps worth RM400,000 to enable the farmers to draw water from the Kelantan river.
The Government had also agreed to build weirs to solve the water and irrigation problems.
“I expect the weirs to be ready by 2015,” he said.
On another matter, Ismail also claimed that the uncontrolled issuance of sand mining permits in Sungai Kelantan was a contributory factor to the farmers’ woes as it had affected the efficiency of the irrigation canals to channel water to the padi fields.
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Sensitivities to global change drivers may correlate positively or negatively in a foundational marine macroalga
"Ecological impact of global change is generated by multiple synchronous or asynchronous drivers which interact with each other and with intraspecific variability of sensitivities. In three near-natural experiments, we explored response correlations of full-sibling germling families of the seaweed Fucus vesiculosus towards four global change drivers: elevated CO2 (ocean acidification, OA), ocean warming (OW), combined OA and warming (OAW), nutrient enrichment and hypoxic upwelling. [...]"
Source: Scientific Reports
Authors: Balsam Al-Janabi et al.
Combined effects of ocean acidification and temperature on larval and juvenile growth, development and swimming performance of European sea bass
"Ocean acidification and ocean warming (OAW) are simultaneously occurring and could pose ecological challenges to marine life, particularly early life stages of fish that, although they are internal calcifiers, may have poorly developed acid-base regulation. This study assessed the effect of projected OAW on key fitness traits (growth, development and swimming ability) in European sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) larvae and juveniles. [...]"
Source: PLoS One
Authors: Louise Cominassi etal.
Oxygen supersaturation protects coastal marine fauna from ocean warming
"Ocean warming affects the life history and fitness of marine organisms by, among others, increasing animal metabolism and reducing oxygen availability. In coastal habitats, animals live in close association with photosynthetic organisms whose oxygen supply supports metabolic demands and may compensate for acute warming. [...]"
Source: Science Advances
Authors: Folco Giomi et al.
The Sensitivity of Future Ocean Oxygen to Changes in Ocean Circulation
"A decline in global ocean oxygen concentrations has been observed over the twentieth century and is predicted to continue under future climate change. We use a unique modeling framework to understand how the perturbed ocean circulation may influence the rate of ocean deoxygenation in response to a doubling of atmospheric CO2 and associated global warming. [...]"
Source: Global Biogeochemical Cycles
Authors: Jaime B. Palter and David S. Trossman
Powering Ocean Giants: The Energetics of Shark and Ray Megafauna
"Energetics studies have illuminated how animals partition energy among essential life processes and survive in extreme environments or with unusual lifestyles. There are few bioenergetics measurements for elasmobranch megafauna; the heaviest elasmobranch for which metabolic rate has been measured is only 47.7 kg, despite many weighing >1000 kg. Bioenergetics models of elasmobranch megafauna would answer fundamental ecological questions surrounding this important and vulnerable group, and enable an understanding of how they may respond to changing environmental conditions, such as ocean warming and deoxygenation. [...]"
Source: Trends in Ecology & Evolution
Authors: Christopher L. Lawson et al.
Variations in ocean deoxygenation across Earth System Models: Isolating the role of parametrized lateral mixing
"Modern Earth System Models (ESMs) disagree on the impacts of anthropogenic global warming on the distribution of oxygen and associated low‐oxygen waters. A sensitivity study using the GFDL CM2Mc model points to the representation of lateral mesoscale eddy transport as a potentially important factor in such disagreement. Because mesoscale eddies are smaller than the spatial scale of ESM ocean grids, their impact must be parameterized using a lateral mixing coefficient AREDI. [...]"
Source: Global Biogeochemical Cycles
Authors: A. Bahl, A. Gnanadesikan and M.‐A. Pradal
Strong intensification of the Arabian Sea oxygen minimum zone in response to Arabian Gulf warming
"The highly saline, oxygen saturated waters of the Arabian Gulf (hereafter the Gulf) sink to intermediate depths (200‐300m) when they enter the Arabian Sea, ventilating the World's thickest oxygen minimum zone (OMZ). Here, we investigate the impacts of a warming of the Gulf consistent with climate change projections on the intensity of this OMZ. Using a series of eddy‐resolving model simulations, we show that the warming of the Gulf waters increases their buoyancy and hence limits their contribution to the ventilation of intermediate depths. [...]"
Source: Geophysical Research Letters
Authors: Z. Lachkar, M. Lévy and S. Smith
As oceans warm, microbes could pump more CO2 back into air, study warns
"The world's oceans soak up about a quarter of the carbon dioxide that humans pump into the air each year -- a powerful brake on the greenhouse effect. In addition to purely physical and chemical processes, a large part of this is taken up by photosynthetic plankton as they incorporate carbon into their bodies. When plankton die, they sink, taking the carbon with them. Some part of this organic rain will end up locked into the deep ocean, insulated from the atmosphere for centuries or more. [...]"
Assessment of time of emergence of anthropogenic deoxygenation and warming: insights from a CESM simulation from 850 to 2100 CE
"Marine deoxygenation and anthropogenic ocean warming are observed and projected to intensify in the future. These changes potentially impact the functions and services of marine ecosystems. A key question is whether marine ecosystems are already or will soon be exposed to environmental conditions not experienced during the last millennium. Using a forced simulation with the Community Earth System Model (CESM) over the period 850 to 2100, we find that anthropogenic deoxygenation and warming in the thermocline exceeded natural variability in, respectively, 60 % and 90 % of total ocean area. [...]"
Authors: Angélique Hameau, Juliette Mignot Fortunat Joos
Much of the surface ocean will shift in color by end of 21st century
"Climate change is causing significant changes to phytoplankton in the world's oceans, and a new MIT study finds that over the coming decades these changes will affect the ocean's color, intensifying its blue regions and its green ones. Satellites should detect these changes in hue, providing early warning of wide-scale changes to marine ecosystems. [...]"


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This well-acted movie version of the hit Showtime series misfires.
I’m more into movies than I am in most TV shows, because there’s so many of them, it’s hard to keep up. That’s why I haven’t watched “Yellowstone” or “Ted Lasso” or “Succession” yet. And as Roger Ebert said: “When you see 500 movies a year you don’t have a lot of left over yearning for watching television.”
I’m sorry I can’t be as punctual as every TV fan, but I can review the made-for-Showtime movie version of one of its most popular series “Ray Donovan.” It sounds tedious that I would review the movie version of the show, and not the actual show, but then again Roger Ebert could barely tell the difference between Beavis & Butthead and yet still give “Beavis & Butthead Do America” thumbs up.
“Ray Donovan: The Movie” might appease fans of the series, but it didn’t really speak to me the way TV transcended-into-movies like “Downton Abbey” did. It has its moments of danger and emotions, and Liev Schreiber is able to reprise his title character role very well, but it seems a bit rushed and all over the place with its flashbacks, phone calls, and present timeline.
The movie takes place after the end of the series when Ray has to deal with his father Mickey (Jon Voight), who goes on the run in Boston. He’s always hated him since childhood for his abusive and neglectful behavior, and that’s why he plans to kill him.
The supporting cast also includes Alan Alda as the psychiatrist Dr. Amiot, whom Ray talks to about his sins, Eddie Marsan and Dash Mihok as Ray’s brothers Terry and Bunchy, and Kerris Dorsey as his daughter Bridget. She joins her uncles on the trek to find Ray, even though Terry warns her it’s not safe.
And we also get flashback sequences when the young Mickey (Bill Heck) gets at his son (Chris Gray plays the younger Ray), who is about to enter the adulthood fans know and love.
“Ray Donovan: The Movie” works half the time when it knows how to handle the guns and tears, and when the actors nail their roles. The best sequence is when Mickey gets held at gunpoint in a car, which hits Ray, who then shoots the driver, and goes flying. Schreiber has the guts to give his character a final spin, Voight and Heck both have their attitudes as the old and young Mickey, and Dorsey uses her words and tone wisely as Bridget.
But the other half of the movie didn’t really grab my attention. It was basically the same elements I’ve seen done better in many other crime dramas. They don’t have the kind of structure or charisma they deserve. And the flashback sequences aren’t as provocative as the present scenes are.
Maybe this mixed review is the result of me never having seen the Showtime series, and I’m sorry I can’t be as up to date as every TV fan can. Excuses, excuses, excuses, but I still can’t praise every movie version of TV shows. It doesn’t have the movie transition tradition that “Downton Abbey” offered, and I’m really excited to see its sequel.
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Palazzo Abatellis (also known as Palazzo Patella) is located in the Kalsa quarter. It is home to the Gallery of Art for the Sicilian region
Antico palazzo nobiliare sede della Galleria Regionale della Sicilia - Old historical building where the regional Gallery of Sicily is established
You can admire paintings and frescos from the 400 to 600 century of Sicilian painters.
“This 1300 castle was built by a wealthy family of merchants, then became the prison of the Spanish inquisition in Sicily, this was rediscovered only this century and the prisoners' cells are today the only prison of the inquisition that has remained intact and can be visited. be accompanied by a guide who will translate the writing in ancient Latin telling you stories of famous prisoners !!”
“A Norman church refurbished many times in other periods. It looks baroque outside but once you get in you'll find the most stunning and precious bizantine mosaics of the Norman period. This church is a must see in Palermo, together with the other two in the same piazza!”
“Il teatro massimo Vittorio Emanuele di Palermo è il più grande edificio teatrale lirico d'Italia, e uno dei più grandi d'Europa, terzo per ordine di grandezza architettonica dopo l'Opéra National di Parigi e la Staatsoper di Vienna. ENGLISH LINGUAGE The Teatro Massimo Vittorio Emanuele in Palermo is the largest lyrical theater building in Italy, and one of the largest in Europe, third by architectural order after the Opéra National in Paris and the Vienna State Opera.”
“It's a modern art museum and in the summer it hosts classic music concerts. ”


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“I’m scared to die.” —Camila
First off, my most sincere apologies for the delay on this week’s rankings. I was unavoidably detained. Luckily, I will be able to provide a prompt recap of this week’s finale.
Last week’s episode, on the other hand, seemed like a lot of filler. With two teams needlessly sent home at the beginning of the season, MTV had to do some reshuffling to reach the usual ten episodes for a season of The Challenge. As a result, the episode killed a lot of time focusing on Mark’s choice of headgear and Robin’s latest crisis of confidence before getting to the task at hand: The final Dome. Continue reading »


It is hard to express in words the emotions one feels when looking at a big mural of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson made out of hair clippings but let’s try: “urgggggghhhhhhhhh”.
A hairdresser in the UK has offered up this hair tribute to the Prime Minister as a thank you. Yes, a person made this not to enter into Boris Johnson’s nightmares but instead to praise him.
Davina Fox, from Somerset, collected all the clippings of hair she had left over from all of the post-lockdown haircuts she’d been doing and put them together in a 1.5 metre by 0.91 metre artwork on her salon floor.
There’s no denying that the collection of floor hair does kind of look like the Prime Minister but it also looks a creature from Where The Wild Things Are that didn’t make the final cut.
Davina made the mural to thank the PM for reminding folks that her profession was not a “dead end job”. It’s important to remember that Davina’s job is hairdresser and not mural artist.
“I would love for him to come and see it.” She said about a thing that would scare even the bravest of adults.
How did she put together this mural that you can practically smell even though you’re only looking at it in a photograph? Well, she collected “well over half a black sack of hair which I very carefully swept up without my clients knowing.”
In order to finish the “art work” she took two days off work because she “wanted to give something back.” And that thing she wanted to give back was a face made of hair she secretly collected from people who had no idea their locks would be used to create the distorted face of a not particularly popular Prime Minister.


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Preview Magazine January-February 2012 issue also created a buzz over the online community as they got CHARICE PEMPENGCO on the cover. Why? People are saying too much photoshop are spent to make this cover possible. Here:
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Beijing (AFP) Despite global criticism, the Chinese government continues to "train" the population of the restive province of Xinjiang in controversial camps. "With the help of the government," students had "gained secure jobs" and "improved their quality of life," said Shohrat Zakir, provincial chairman, on Monday at a press conference. At the moment, all the people in the camps have "completed their courses". People would both come to the facilities and leave.
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Forres prove the upper crust.
Forres have beaten off the claims of 47 other teams at all levels to win Scottish football's best pies in a contest organised by Scottish Bakers and the Scottish Federation of Meat Traders.
Forres chairman James Anderson, said: "Our fans love to enjoy a pie at a match and we are delighted to hear that ours is the best in the land."
The club's pies are made by Murdoch Brothers in the town and the firm's Ronnie Murdoch said: "It is a huge honour for us. To receive this recognition for our Forres football pie is the highest praise."
Celtic didn't go away empty-handed, though, picking up gold awards with St Mirren, Falkirk and Fraserburgh.
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‘Public satisfaction yardstick for measuring achievements’
SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, today chaired a meeting with the Administrative Secretaries of different departments to review the integration of Rapid Assessment System with the online services offered by the Government in Jammu and Kashmir.
Additional Chief Secretary Home, Additional Chief Secretary Finance, Principal Secretary, H&UDD, Principal Secretary, GAD, Principal Secretary Irrigation and Flood Control, Commissioner Secretary Rural Development &PR, Commissioner/ Secretary, FCS&CA and other senior officers attended the meeting.
Secretary IT, Deputy Commissioners and other officers attended the meeting through virtual mode.
While chairing the meeting, the Chief Secretary directed the officers to ensure that offline processing of cases for the services offered online should be dispensed with completely and switchover to online mode for better monitoring and transparency with feedback from citizens be ensured by 15th of July. He maintained that the satisfaction of public with respect to service delivery should be the yardstick for measuring our achievements.
Regarding the services under PSGA, he passed on directions to the DCs to ensure all services are made available to the citizens within the stipulated time frame. He said PSGA timelines of these services should be synchronized with the online portal and any default on providing services within notified timelines should be monitored by departments for taking action against the commission of willful derelictions.
The Chief Secretary directed the concerned to conduct surprise inspections and submit inspection reports with respect to the offline/online processing of cases. He also directed that all issues pertaining to complete switchover including the payment gateway issues shall be ironed out within a week’s time.
The Chief Secretary also directed the concerned to involve the CSCs and Khidmat Centres to further facilitate ease of services to the citizens, besides directed for regulating the fee charged by the services providers.
The Chief Secretary took brief from DCs about the number of online services and directed them that people should feel assured about timely service delivery.
It was informed by Secretary IT that apart from 207 services, 23 additional services are under integration and will be dedicated for public use very soon. It was also assured that all these services would be assimilated with RAS for public feedback and suggestions.