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The State of Washington Superior Court Commissioners Amendment
was on the November 5, 1991 ballot
in the State of Washington
as an legislatively-referred constitutional amendment
where it was defeated.
It was referred to the ballot with House Joint Resolution 4218.
The ballot title was: "Shall each county legislative body establish the number of Superior Court Commissioners and the constitutional limit of three be repealed?"
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Damian Drooth, the one-of-a-kind detective hero, is back. Criminals beware!
Damian's amazing detective skills are called on when rich boy Calvin Baggington has his super-expensive bike stolen at the Holiday Village. With a brilliant and cunning plan, Damian hopes to solve the crime in style - but not before the Holiday Village is thrown into chaos!
Packed with rib-tickling pictures from Tony Ross, this is perfect for newly confident young readers of 6 and up!
Barbara Mitchelhill (Author)
Barbara Mitchelhill was born in Rochdale and trained as a teacher. While she was teaching, she began writing for BBC children's TV and went on to write for educational publishers, before writing novels for children. She makes school visits all over the country, and enjoys appearing at literary festivals and talking to teachers and librarians, some as far away as the Caribbean. Her hobbies include reading, theatre, music, gardening and walking her border terrier, Ella. She lives in Staffordshire and has two grown-up daughters and four grandchildren.
Tony Ross (Illustrator)
Tony Ross has been illustrating books for over 40 years, and has been published all over the world. He is perhaps best known for his much-loved Little Princess series, which has been adapted for TV and is currently showing on Channel 5s Milkshake, and for his collaboration on David Walliams’ best-selling children’s books. Tony’s books have been shortlisted for the The Laugh Out Loud Book Awards (Slug Needs a Hug) and the Kate Greenaway (Dr Xargle's Book of Earth Tiggers), and Tadpole’s Promise won the Silver Medal Smarties Prize. He has been named as the best-selling illustrator in the UK for three years in a row, and he is the UK’s libraries' most-borrwed illustrator. He lives in Rutland.

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Dysregulation of the immune system underlies many autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. In concert with the human genome, the intestinal microbiota regulate development and function of the immune system, modulating the balance between pro- and anti-inflammatory responses. A considerable body of evidence based on preclinical and clinical research suggests that gut microbes play a critical role in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a family of idiopathic intestinal disorders with increasing prevalence and limited treatment options. Concordance rates of 30-40% among monozygotic twins implicate gene-environment interactions. Genome wide association studies have implicated roughly 200 susceptibility loci that are significantly associated with IBD. Many variants encode for genes involved in microbial recognition and immunity, suggesting host-microbe interactions may regulate the balance between immune health and inflammatory disease. Polymorphisms in genes of the autophagy pathway (e.g., ATG16L1), and in pattern recognition receptors that are associated with autophagy (e.g., NOD2), represent some of the most significant effect sizes in IBD susceptibility. Further, considerable research has focused on investigating the function of Atg16L1 and NOD2 in mouse models and human cells, and identified a role for both gene products in sensing and killing pathogenic microbes. Current understanding therefore suggest that IBD may be caused by mutations that impair immunity to pathogenic bacteria, leading to chronic exposure to microbial products that activates uncontrolled inflammation. Herein, I present new findings that beneficial gut bacteria such a Bacteroides fragilis require Atg16L1 and NOD2 to promote anti-inflammatory responses in mouse and human cells, and mice deleted in these genes are not protected from colitis by B. fragilis. I propose a novel, non-redundant role for genes previously implicated in recognition and killing of pathogenic bacteria?namely, mutations in genetic pathways linked to IBD result in defective recognition of beneficial molecules from the microbiome. My hypothesis is that genetic defects in Atg16L1 may lead to IBD by not `sensing' and responding to the protective signals of beneficial gut bacteria. I will test my hypothesis in three Specific Aims, which include: 1) defining the cellular pathway(s) required for immune regulation by B. fragilis; 2) Determining Atg16L1 mechanism of action during regulatory T cell induction by B. fragilis; 3) Establishing whether NOD2 is required for mediating the beneficial effects of B. fragilis in mouse and human systems. In other words, the absence of sensing and responding to anti-inflammatory bacterial signals may be a risk factor for chronic intestinal inflammation. The training (K99) phase of this award will be mentored by Dr. Sarkis Mazmanian, and will facilitate the transition of my research program towards an independent investigator (R00).
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects 1.5 million people and their families in the United States, with rates of diagnosis on the rise and no effective cures. In addition to genetic risk factors, recent research has implicated the gut microbiome as an environmental contributor to IBD. This project will explore fascinating new principles and define mechanisms into gene-environmental interactions that regulate intestinal health, advancing research into the etiology of IBD while testing a promising probiotic therapy in mouse and human models.
|Chu, Hiutung (2017) Host gene-microbiome interactions: molecular mechanisms in inflammatory bowel disease. Genome Med 9:69|


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British musical group Soul II Soul has released five studio albums, two compilation albums, two live albums, and twenty-three singles. Soul II Soul released their debut album Club Classics Vol. One in April 1989 and it peaked at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart. It peaked at number 14 on the US Top 200 Album chart and earned a 2x platinum certification in the United States by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)
The Soul2Soul II Tour was the second co-headlining concert tour between American country music singers, and husband and wife, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Beginning as the Soul2Soul II Tour 2006, its shows featured elaborate production values using an open, cross-shaped stage. Performances consisted of a set by Hill and set by McGraw, with the two sharing duets before, during, and after the individual sets
Album Name Lunatic Soul II. Type Album. Data wpisu 25 Październik 2010. Wydawcy Mystic Production KScope. Styl muzycznyAtmospheric Metal. Zarejestrowanych posiada ten album5. 1. The In-Between Kingdom.
Official Twitter page for the Funki Dreds with a happy face, a thumpin' bass, for a lovin' race! For bookings, contact info2soul. ukПодписчиков: 10 тыс.
This is the second part of the White Album 2 game, taking place three years after the end of the introductory chapter and adding new heroines Koharu, Chiaki and Mari. The cold breeze chilled me to the bone, a singing voice reached my ear-. That frozen song from 3 years ago, It once echoed in the classroom, in the empty cafeteria, in the silent campus. Born from passion, evolved by love yet ultimately, vanished as a "lying song". The winter where they were "three" was no longer. A new winter started as "one and one".
Biography by Stephen Thomas Erlewine. Successful UK soul-influenced rap outfit from the late 80s/early 90s. Read Full Biography. Club Classics, Vol. Soul II Soul. See Full Discography.

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Google Meet has been made more attractive recently by Google and it already gives you a lot of features to customize the video feed. And now Google is soon going to include two new features in Google Meet. The first is 360-degree backgrounds and the second is in-call emoji reactions.
Google Meet 360-Degree Backgrounds
Talking about 360-degree backgrounds, this feature takes advantage of the gyroscope/orientation data so that you can enjoy 360-degree backgrounds. Google Meet already offers a number of effects for customizing your video feed and will soon add 360-degree backgrounds. At launch, you can choose from an oasis (as seen below), sky city, or mountain temple, with more to come.
You will soon get to see this 360-degree backgrounds feature of Google Meet on Android and iOS apps. You can use it best when your background is not right or you are walking somewhere.
Google Meet In-Call Emoji Reactions
Google adds emoji reactions to Google Meet that appear “as a small badge in the sender’s video tile”. This facility was planned by Google in 2021.
Google said: We hope these features make it easier for you, your colleagues, and stakeholders to stay better connected and engaged, whether they’re working from home, the office, or anywhere in between.
The latest Emoji Reaction feature is now available on Google Meet Web, iOS, and Meet Hardware devices. Android is “coming soon,” with full availability in the coming weeks.
- Available to all Google Workspace customers, as well as legacy G Suite Basic and Business customers
- Available for users with personal Google accounts


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CNN isn’t just reporting news today, it’s making headlines of its own. And for good reason in the realm of virtual reality.
The global cable news behemoth is launching CNNVR – a “new immersive journalism unit and virtual reality platform within CNN Digital.”
“The global team with footprints in New York, Atlanta, London, Hong Kong, San Francisco, Dubai, Johannesburg, Tokyo, and Beijing, will cover major news events in stunning 360 video, transport users to the front row of global events through VR live streams, and produce weekly virtual reality experiences,” reads the official word from CNN.
No stranger to immersive reporting, CNN says it has already produced north of 50 VR stories during the past year. And with overwhelming positive reception to the effort, CNN is investing further in what many see as the future of journalism and immersive news reporting.
CNNVR is kicking off this week with what CNN calls a “mesmerizing journey into the running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain.” To check it out, click here.
All told, it’s just the first step in CNN’s renewed effort to cultivate a futuristic virtual reality platform and making it easier for global news consumers to access dynamic storytelling on every device.
“Whenever news breaks, and wherever amazing stories unfold, CNNVR will transport our audience closer than ever before and on every device available,” the Atlanta, Georgia-based based cable news juggernaut asserts.

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Vérité is a new pop talent, a deeply independent newcomer who wants to take on the world.
A New Yorker, the breadth of her ambition is matched by a blossoming pop nous, an understanding of what makes a great song work.
New cut 'Bout You' arrives on the back of a breathless series of support slots with Tove Lo, and it's a sign of where she could head next.
Pointed, precise pop music, the clinical melody sears a space in your sub-conscious before the lyrics begin to trickle down on top.
Clash has nabbed the lyric video - check it out now.
Vérité will release new album 'Somewhere In Between' this summer.


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Weird War (once known as the Scene Creamers) has some lineup changes and other strange things swirling around their camp, but they are still making sweet music tunes like they did in previous bands various members have been in such as The Make-up, Witchypoo, Nation of Ulysses…
The first release from the new Weird War record is called “Illuminated” and it’s a T-rex style jam with stompin’ guitar and young-dude vocals. You’ll like it or double your money back!
Download Weird War Illuminated mp3
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Thursday, December 24
To ensure prompt and convenient service to and from Logan Airport, the Silver, Red, Orange, Blue and Green lines will operate with additional service during peak travel periods.
Buses, Commuter Rail, RIDE Paratransit Service, and Inner Harbor Ferry will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
Hingham Commuter Boat service: The 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. departures from Rowes Wharf to Hingham will be substituted with departures at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. The last boat departs Rowes Wharf at 7:00 p.m.
Quincy and Hull Commuter Boat service to Logan Airport and Long Wharf: The 5:30 p.m. departure from the Aquarium dock will be substituted with a 2:30 p.m. departure making stops at Hull and Quincy. The 11:15 a.m. and 1:25 p.m. trips departing Long Wharf will stop in Hull and Quincy. The last boat departs the MBTA dock at Long Wharf at 6:50 p.m. making stops in Hull and Quincy.
Friday, December 25
Blue, Orange, Green and Red Line trains, Buses and Trackless Trolleys, and Commuter Rail will operate on a Sunday schedule. Please Note: Fairmount Line, Needham Line, and Stoughton Line will not operate.
All Inner Harbor Ferry and Commuter Boat services will not operate. THE RIDE will operate on a modified schedule.
For more information call the T Customer Information Center at 617-222-3200, (TTY) 617-222-5146 or visit the MBTA website.
Route 79/Braga Bridge Project Public Meeting Set posted on Apr 17
Please join MassDOT at a public meeting for an update on construction progress on the Route 79/Braga Bridge Improvements Project, as follows: Wednesday, April 30, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Heritage State Park Auditorium, 200 Davol Street, Fall River The meeting will include an opportunity …Continue Reading Route 79/Braga Bridge Project Public Meeting Set
MBTA: New Locomotive Now in Service posted on Apr 16
MBTA General Manager Dr. Beverly Scott today at Boston North Station welcomed the first of 40 new Commuter Rail locomotives as it was placed into service on the Haverhill Line. To replace existing locomotives between 35 and 40 years old, the MBTA is procuring forty …Continue Reading MBTA: New Locomotive Now in Service
Plan Ahead: Holiday Weekend Travel posted on Apr 16
MassDOT encourages travelers to plan ahead, travel safely, and use public transportation where possible during the upcoming holiday weekend. Heavy traffic is expected due to Easter Sunday observances and Patriot’s Day/Marathon Monday, April 21. The heaviest traffic congestion on I-90 during busy holiday weekends is …Continue Reading Plan Ahead: Holiday Weekend Travel


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We are almost into October and the coronavirus is still here, haunting our lives, and making us have much more free time at home, than we have ever had. But with all that time we have left, we wonder what to do with it.
Many people took advantage of the quarantine to improve talents that were previously left out of their lives, such as writing, music, painting, and bringing the list of TV shows and films up to date (because this is a talent for those who already manage that with little time), but one of the main hobbies that were most improved during this quarantine, was the act of cooking!
This hobby can be done for yourself, or for others – like preparing a dinner for your family, or even a romantic lunch with someone you love. Cooking, as a hobby, adds numerous advantages to your health, such as stimulating your creativity and your brain. That’s why, today, I’m going to present to you with four reasons why cooking at home, or anywhere, is a highly beneficial activity for your life.
1. It Helps Yourself, and the Environment
Did you know that when you buy frozen food you end up using twice as much energy and resources to feed yourself as you would take to cook a meal from scratch? In a more common language, it means that processed foods take much more energy and resources to be manufactured and distributed than to grow them.
A homemade meal is considered the most suitable for a healthy meal, and this is due to the control you have when preparing the food, as you can use less or more. When you value fresh ingredients, you start to realize what real food is, giving you more disposition in your daily life and a more diverse diet.
2. You Save More Money
We know that temptations to eat out exist, and tiredness or lack of stimulation are two very strong effects that make cooking not on our daily to-do list. Just thinking about the dishes that are left after and all the work to clean the kitchen, makes the desire to cook even worse, and increases the wish to eat out.
Although fast food or sophisticated restaurants seem to be cheaper, if you compare portion sizes, weight, or nutritional content, homemade foods are far ahead, regarding price.
The only major reason for eating out is the convenience it brings, not the price. Not to mention that all the money that you do not spend eating out, you can save for a trip, or to buy something that you want or need, giving you a greater control over what you consume, in general.
A useful tip is to cook more than one meal, at a time, especially if you live alone! Make dinners that last for lunch next day, and maybe even for the next dinner, so it takes less work.
3. It’s a Form of Self-Expression, Communication, and Relaxation
Just as playing an instrument, writing or painting stimulates your creativity, and brings self-knowledge and self-expression, so does the act of cooking. Cooking for yourself can be a way of relaxing, just as cooking for other people can also be a way of communicating, and saying through food, what you are feeling. In many cultures, in several countries, homemade food is really an expression of love, trust, and joy, as it is something that we can all relate to.
They even say that cooking is above all therapies. By focusing on the recipe and meticulously prepping the ingredients, you end up disconnecting from the problems that plague you in your daily life, and you can feel lighter and more relaxed.
4. Eat as Much as You Like, Whenever You Want, Whatever You Want
Your freedom really is priceless, especially when choosing what you will consume. That is why when you cook, you can choose the most unusual of recipes and ingredients, you can take risks, and venture into the dangerous, yet thought-provoking culinary.
This is one of the main advantages, and if you want to eat your favorite dish several times, who can stop you? Don’t forget, you choose what to do, in addition to the style you like best for cooking.
In addition to saving your money, eating what you like best, and still having the opportunity to surprise and amaze your loved ones with this simple and pleasant gesture, the practice of cooking will stimulate your brain. Also, there is no greater pleasure than realizing that the food you made yourself is delicious. This will give you more confidence for the next time, which will be great for your self-esteem, and make you realize that the task of cooking, which once seemed to be arduous, is not even that complicated.
So, enjoy this free time during this pandemic time to start practicing this incredible hobby. Thanks for reading and bon appetit!

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I just finished the big scene (3 chapters long – oy!) and sent it to Melanie along with the fingers-crossed emoji. (Not this one, but close.)
How do you know it’s a big scene? You build towards it, but sometimes you don’t know til you get there. In Congreve’s WAY OF THE WORLD, as plotlines finally converge, a minor character enters the room and comments: “Hey day! What, are you all got together, like players at the end of the last act?”
Once or twice I knew what the big scene was going to look like when I began. I always figured that the action in WEERDEST DAY EVER! would peak during the re-enactment of the Battle of Queenston Heights with my guy disguised as the back end of Laura Secord’s cow. (I know. I know.)
More often, I have an idea of where I am headed but don’t actually 'see' the big scene until I am close. As the plot twists (bad soap opera title) I begin to run through a catalogue of books and movies I like. Can I use one of their big scenes? Battle? Conflagration? Arrest? Armageddon?
In fact I have used all of these (yes, even Armageddon. Check out VIMINY CROWE’S COMIC BOOK).
As a person of sort-of faith (no official kind. I'm a hopeful agnostic, happy to meet ‘God’ in whatever form They take. Once again, fingers crossed!) I appreciate the idea of a big scene based around a miracle. If it's good enough for BEN HUR, it’s good enough for me. (Though nobody seems to notice, OF MICE AND NUTCRACKERS recreates the Hannukah miracle.)
This book – BELONGINGNESS – builds towards a metaphysical moment as well. I had the overall idea a while ago, but didn’t know how to make it concrete. Chatting with a pal yesterday, it came to me. (Full disclosure – the actual image came to her. But I was the one who said: YES!)
So here we are. Gosh, I hope Melanie likes miracles! Otherwise, I may have to summon up a hurricane, or stick Cody inside an animal costume.


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28 Februari 2017
RAAF EA-18G Growler (all photos : Paul Sadler)
RAAF enters electronic warfare era with Growler arrival
The Royal Australian Air Force’s new Boeing EA-18G Growler airborne electronic attack aircraft have arrived at the Avalon Airshow on their public debut.
The aircraft flew in for their appearance at the airshow having recently been ferried to Australia from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in the US.
“This is a beast; it was built to be a war aircraft and that is exactly what we plan to use it for,” said Chief of Air Force Air Marshal Leo Davies, welcoming the arrival of Australia’s first electronic warfare aircraft on Tuesday.
“This is a precision instrument; it is something we can use to fit into the rest of the Australian [order of battle]; it is something that we need to learn how to use.”
Meanwhile, Minister for Defence Senator Marise Payne announced that Australia is set to partner with the US in the development of a next-generation radar and radio jammer for the Growler with an investment of $250 million.
“Electronic warfare is a rapidly evolving area and we want to ensure that these aircraft remain at the technological forefront throughout their service life, so we will work in partnership with the United States Navy to develop that next-generation jamming capability,” Minister Payne said.
The Growler is capable of providing force-level electronic warfare support by disrupting, deceiving or denying access to an adversary’s electronic systems, including radars and communications systems.
“Integration is the key; it is not just about aeroplanes,” Air Marshal Davies said.
“I expect this aeroplane to spend more time flying with the Army and the Navy than it actually does with the Air Force.”
By the middle of this year, all 12 aircraft are expected to have arrived at RAAF Base Amberley in Queensland to be operated by 6 Squadron.
Australia is the only country besides the US to fly the Growler.


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SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft with two NASA astronauts successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS) after a historic launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking the dawn of a new age in commercial space travel
- The SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft, carrying astronauts Behnken and Hurley, lifted off atop the company’s Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
- The crew will be welcomed aboard the ISS, where they will become members of the Expedition 63 crew, which includes NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy.
- The rocket, named Falcon 9, which carried the spaceship into the orbit, was built by SpaceX, a company founded by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk who also heads Tesla Motors which produces new-age automobiles.
- The mission was called Demo-2, in keeping with the fact that it was still only a ‘test flight’, which if successful, would lead to more missions in the coming months.
Important Info :
- With the liftoff, SpaceX became the first private company to launch people into the orbit, a feat achieved previously by only three governments: the U.S., Russia and China.
- This is the first time that astronauts have been launched from US soil since the STS-135 mission on July 8, 2011, following which all astronauts were flown to the International Space Station in Russia’s Soyuz Capsule.
Source : Indian Express (Science & Technnology)
The Union Cabinet in its meeting held on 3rd June, 2020 took several landmark decisions for helping India’s farmers while also transforming the agriculture sector
1) Cabinet approved historic amendment to the Essential Commodities Act
- With the amendment to Essential Commodities Act, commodities like cereals, pulses, oilseeds, edible oils, onion and potatoes will be removed from list of essential commodities.
- This will remove fears of private investors of excessive regulatory interference in their business operations. The freedom to produce, hold, move, distribute and supply will attract private sector/foreign direct investment into agriculture sector.
- But in situations such as war, famine, extraordinary price rise and natural calamity, such agricultural foodstuff can be regulated. However, the installed capacity of a value chain participant and the export demand of an exporter will remain exempted from such stock limit imposition so as to ensure that investments in agriculture are not discouraged.
2) Cabinet approved ‘The Farming Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Ordinance, 2020’.
- Under it, farmers and traders will enjoy freedom of choice of sale and purchase of agri-produce.
- It will also promote barrier-free inter-state and intra-state trade and commerce outside the physical premises of markets notified under State Agricultural Produce Marketing legislations.
- The ordinance also proposes an electronic trading in transaction platform for ensuring a seamless trade electronically.
- The farmers will not be charged any cess or levy for sale of their produce under this Act.
- It will thus pave the way for creating One India, One Agriculture Market.
3) Cabinet approved ‘The Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Ordinance, 2020’.
- It will empower farmers for directly engaging with processors, wholesalers, aggregators, wholesalers, large retailers, exporters etc., on a level playing field without any fear of exploitation. This eliminates intermediaries resulting in full realization of price for Farmers.
- Sale, lease or mortgage of farmers’ land is totally prohibited and farmers’ land is also protected against any recovery.
Source : PIB (Economy)
Following an AYUSH Ministry advisory, several states have recommended Arsenicum album 30 for preventive use against Covid-19, although there is no evidence that it works
- Arsenicum album 30 is a homoeopathic drug.
- It is made by heating arsenic with distilled water, a process repeated several times over three days. It has less than 1% arsenic.
- It is considered to correct inflammation in body and takes care of diarrhoea, cough and cold.
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The Covid-19 context
- There is no scientific evidence that the drug works against Covid-19, a fact stressed not only by medical scientists but also by some homoeopathic practitioners themselves.
- No clinical trial or large-scale study having been undertaken anywhere to scientifically validate the use of Arsenicum album 30 as a preventive medication.
Source : Indian Express (Health)
The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) predicts that there would be a 24% increase in the expansion of Ameri Ice Shelf (AIS) boundaries by 2021 and another 24% expansion by 2026 from its 2016 positions
- The floating sheets of ice called the ice shelves play a multi-faceted role in maintaining the stability of a glacier. Ice shelves connect a glacier to the landmass.
- The ice sheet mass balance, sea stratification, and bottom water formation are important parameters for the balancing of a glacier. Latent and sensible heat processes do play important roles here.
- The Ameri Ice Shelf (AIS) is one of the largest glacier drainage basins in the world, located on the east coast of Antarctica, at about 70ºS Latitude, 70ºE Longitude. The AIS dynamics and mass balance help in understanding the changes in the global climate scenario.
Important Info :
- The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, (NCPOR) is an autonomous Institution of the Department of Ocean Development (DOD), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. It was established in 1998 and is situated in Vasco da Gama, Goa.
Source : PIB (Grography)
The World Economic Forum (WEF) will adopt a new twin-summit format for its next annual Davos meeting in January 2021, by bringing together leaders from across the globe for in-person as well as virtual dialogues with a theme of ‘The Great Reset’
- The gathering of the world’s rich and powerful, held every year in Davos, the Swiss ski resort town, will also open its doors virtually for everyone across the world online and through a network of more than 400 hubs globally.
- ‘The Great Reset’ will be the theme of this unique twin summit in January 2021. In the run-up to the main annual meeting, the WEF will also host a virtual series, The Great Reset Dialogues.
Important Info :
- The World Economic Forum (WEF), based in Cologny-Geneva, Switzerland, is an NGO, founded in 1971. The WEF hosts an annual meeting at the end of January in Davos, a mountain resort in Graubünden, in the eastern Alps region of Switzerland.
Source : Times of India (International Relations)
Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways announced the development of a new Greenfield connectivity to Amritsar City from Nakodar via Sultanpur Lodhi, Goindwal Sahib, Khadoor Sahib as part of Delhi-Amritsar Expressway
- Under it, the road from Amritsar to Gurdaspur will also be fully developed and made completely signal free. With this, there will be options to travel to Gurdaspur onwards from Nakodar either via Amritsar or via
- This greenfield alignment will not only provide shortest and alternate express connectivity to Amritsar city but also to other religious centres of Sultanpur Lodhi, Goindwal Sahib, Khadoor Sahib as well as the recently developed Dera Baba Nanak/Kartarpur Sahib International Corridor in Punjab.
- Once the project is completed, the travel time from Amritsar to Delhi International airport will reduce by about four hours.
- Ministry of Road Transport & Highways have taken up development of Delhi Amritsar Katra Expressway under Bharatmala Pariyojana.
Source : All India Radio (Economy)
The International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing iss being observed on 5 June, 2020
- On 5 December 2017 the United Nations General Assembly declared 5 June as the International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing which was celebrated for the first time on 5 June 2018.
- The date was selected because 5 June is the date, in 2016, when the first international treaty designed to end illegal fishing – the FAO Port State Measures Agreement – entered into force.
- The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is the lead agency for the new international day.
- This international day is an important opportunity to highlight efforts to combat illegal fishing.
Important Info :
- According to the FAO, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing activities are responsible for the loss of 11–26 million tonnes of fish each year, which is estimated to have an economic value of US$10–23 billion.
- To curtail this impact, Target 4 of Goal 14 of the Sustainable Development Agenda adopted in 2015, urges to “effectively regulate harvesting and end overfishing, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and destructive fishing practices” by 2020.
Source : United Nations (Enivronment)
World Environment Day is being observed on June 5, 2020
- Objective of the day: World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment.
- Date of observance: Every year on 5th of June.
- Why June 5? To mark the first day of The United Nations Conference on the Human Environment which was held in Stockholm, Sweden from June 5–16 in 1972.
- First year of observance of WED:
- The host: Every World Environment Day has a different host country, where the official celebrations take place. This year’s host is Colombia in partnership with Germany.
- Theme: In 2020, the theme is biodiversity–a concern that is both urgent and existential.
Source : United Nations (Environment)
Union HRD Minister and Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs Shri Hardeep. S. Puri jointly launched `The Urban Learning Internship Program (TULIP)’
- Objective: TULIP is a programme for providing internship opportunities to fresh graduates in all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Smart Cities across the country.
- Eligibility: Any graduate who have completed B. Tech, B. Arch, B. Plan, BSc etc. can apply within 18 months from date of its graduation.
- Benefits: This will not only help the interns get hands on experience in the vast activities of urban local bodies but will also help to create a resource upon which the industry can draw easily for hiring.
- Background: TULIP has been conceived pursuant to the Budget 2020-21 announcement by the Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman under the theme ‘Aspirational India’.
- Bodies involved: Technical support for the platform shall be anchored by AICTE and the programmatic non-technical support shall be anchored by Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA) over a period of 5 years.
- A Steering Committee under the Chairmanship of Secretary, MoHUA will review the progress of the program on a periodical basis.
Source : PIB (Education)
First ever India-Australia Virtual Summit was held between PM Modi and his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison
- India and Australia have committed to elevate the bilateral Strategic Partnership concluded in 2009 to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). It is in line with India’s increasing engagement in the Indo-Pacific region through her Indo-Pacific vision.
- Both countries have committed to a new phase of the Australia – India Strategic Research Fund to promote innovative solutions for responding to and treating COVID-19.
- They agreed to broaden defence cooperation by enhancing the scope and complexity of their military exercises and engagement activities. They also agreed to boost cooperation in the maritime domain.
Important Info :
- It was the first time that PM Modi is holding a bilateral virtual summit with a foreign leader.
Source : All India Radio (International Relations)


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United Farm Workers became certified at Gerawan Farming in 1992. No collective bargaining agreement was established and negotiations ended in 1995, according to board records. The union contacted the company in October 2012, seeking to resume talks.
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There is no doubt that one of the fastest growing wearable types go to fitness trackers. From Apple’s new Series 2 watch, to the endless array of GPS sport watches, there is something for everyone in every price point. On the entry-level, affordable side of the spectrum, there is a lot of junk on the market for tracking steps; however, one particular wearable stands out, the Xiaomi Mi Band 2.
While the Mi Band 2 is not perfect, most of the flaws can be overlooked based on its sub-$30 price tag. This is Xiaomi’s latest wearable (manufactured by Foxconn), building on their success of the 2014 launch of the first Mi Band. Their initial offering received praise for their incredibly affordable price point, but had accuracy issues and was not as robust in features.
Over a month and a half we wore the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 as a daily wearable, took it on long and short runs, and did a bit of stress testing by wearing it while kayaking. Ultimately it passed our tests with positive marks, but there are some weak areas that we’ll touch on throughout this review. It should be noted that accuracy was not tested in a scientific manner, but was compared to the iPhone 6 built-in step tracker, the Mio Fuse tracker, and Fitbit charge tracker.
For the price tag, the Mi Band 2 packs a lot of features, however some of the newest have some room for improvement. Between the Mi Band 1 and 2, the standout feature is the heart rate sensor. Unfortunately, the Mi Band 2 didn't perform to expectations and while stationary or during heavy exercise as the sensor didn't register well. However, within the app there is also a feature to allow the sensor to monitor you while asleep for more accurate readings. Unlike many other smart bands, the Mi Band 2 also does not feature an always-on heart rate monitor, so it’s typically only running while you are active, asleep, or trigger it. Beyond that sore point, almost every other feature works as intended or even better.
The sleep tracking feature, something that the new Apple Watch lacks natively, works just as well as a Fitbit. Rather than manually triggering it, the Mi Band 2 detects when you’ve transitioned from stationary to sleep then active again. Like the sleep tracker, activity tracking is also automatic, sort of. Once you start moving more, the Mi Band 2 detects your increased activity, begins tracking your heart rate, and tracks it as an exercise. It’s a bit iffy about this being triggered, so for the most part we ended up manually activating the activity tracker.
Battery life is always a big factor for fitness wearables, and the Mi Band 2 has a standby lifespan of about 20 days. If you are actively wearing it, you can expect about 14 days of battery life; however, it only takes three hours for a full charge and topping it off every now and then is an easy task. You can also expect that the battery life will vary based on your activity level.
Between Android and iOS phones, there are a few special features. On certain Android phones, wearing the Mi Band 2 near it will automatically unlock your phone. For iOS, the Mi Band 2 also connects to Apple HealthKit, which is a pretty big plus above Fitbit.
As for notifications, the Mi Band 2 really offer many option for basic tracker, you get call notifications, text alerts, Whatsapp, Snapchat, Facebook, Twitter, and buzzes you when you’ve been inactive for a long period of time.
As for some of the basic specs, the band connects by way of Bluetooth 4.0, has a water resistance rating of IP67 (good for splashes, showering, and some submersion), and is incredibly lightweight at .04 pounds. It also sports a basic OLED screen with a touch screen, which is really more of a single touchpoint, but works well as a simple tap instead of over complicated gestures or presses.
The latest trends for fitness trackers is to make them both more fashionable and easier to adapt to your apparel. For Apple, they made big bets on this initially, and then later refocusing the Apple Watch on fitness with a fashion forward approach. The same goes for Fitbit and the new Alta line that also includes swappable bands, which most in their product line do not. For the Mi Band 2, it’s not the most fashionable tracker, but the bands are easily swappable and comes in several colors.
The default or most accessible band typically comes in black though, which consists of a sweat resistant, light-weight band, and the tracking module with a finger touchpad.
For runners or really anyone tracking activities with movement, you tend to sweat a lot. Having taken the Mi Band 2 on short and long runs (5-8 miles), the lightweight material didn’t flop around or irritate the skin (you still need to clean and dry it off after activity).
Pros and Cons
- Incredibly affordable
- Swappable Bands
- More app notifications than fitbit
- Tracks sleep
- Heart rate sensor is iffy
- App is relatively simple
Should you buy the Xiaomi Mi Band 2? If you want an extremely affordable fitness tracker, absolutely. Though it appears to over-track steps and the heart rate sensor doesn’t work great, it’s accurate enough to make it a reasonable motivator. Between the extended notifications, sleep tracking, water resistance, swappable bands, and awesome battery life, the Mi Band 2 is a great little fitness tracker. We give the Mi Band 2 a 4/5 and recommend it as an entry-level wearable.


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"it's some small dream", a favorite attraction of Abu
"it's some small dream"
October 28, 2004
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Sail past scenes in which the dinky figures representing the child laborers of the country screech about sappiness and the latest fashions even after the park is closed.
The "it's some small dream" theme song is one of the most annoying on earth. It's famous lyrics begin:
it's a dream of laughter, a dream or fears,
its a dream of hopes, its a dream of leers,
there's so much that we care,
that its time in a chair,
it's some small dream after all.
- If it's Christmas, other guests will sing to you.
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- Minimum height 47".
- For your benefit, you should be in good health or free from nasal, tongue, or viral complications or other conditions that could be aggravated by this intimidating experiment.
- This was one of the only "U ticket" attractions.
- Most guests perceive this attraction's duration to be twice its actual duration.
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Comfort Inn Haven Marina3.5 out of 5.0
Recent guest reviews
Stayed here for several days. Our room overlooked the Marina so had a nice view but the traffic was a bit noisy at night. There was no balcony or anywhere nice outside to sit other than near the small pool. The motel is in need of renovation so if you want flash modern accommodation it probably wouldn't suit. We found the room to be comfortable and clean with everything in working order. The passageways outside seemed to amplify noise and we were woken up several times in the night by people coming back to their rooms after a night out. There is a cafe in the motel which looked quite good although we didn't go there. The staff were helpful. I found the dead pot plants outside the Reception area an unusual feature!
Only stayed overnight. The common areas up to the room needs some TLC. The room was pleasant, the bed was comfortable enough. Washed my hair but didn't even think that there wouldn't be a hairdryer, so take your own. They have irons and ironing boards in the room. The bathroom has everything you need (except hairdryer) but needs to come out of the 80s. The reception staff were okay. I would stay here again, it would be okay for a few days. Nice location, right opposite the marina. Only about 5 min walk to Pier St and the beach.
This Hotel is in a great location within easy walking distance of all that Glenelg has to offer. The service provided by staff was good, however could do with more staff at check-in as it was a very slow process for the one staff member on hand. The rooms are very tired looking and could do with new curtains and updated bathrooms, however room was clean and the bed comfortable. All in all, good value for the budget price.
We booked a room here as an overnight stay in Adelaide with an early flight out. The room looks nothing like the photographs. When we got to our room there was holes and cracks all through the ceiling and walls, thick dust over the lighting and the whole room to the point the air was heavy and I could hardly breath. then we went into the bathroom the ceiling was covered in mould being we had two young children with us we requested a new room, which the staff were understanding off but at the same time she said they always get complaints. they moved us a couple of rooms down into another crap room. We would have left if only we could find accomodation else where but unfortunately was too late in the day and we had no choice but to stay. The beds are sunken in and the pillows are flat bright light shines through your window and the outside noise is ridiculous. I will never stay in this dump again!!!
The hotel is an easy walk from Glenelg's Moseley Sq (tram to City) and the Marina with lots of restaurants. Airport buses J1 and J3 go right past, stops nearby. The room was a bit dingy and dark (it was one of the standard rooms admittedly) and it had seen plenty of action - the doors had panels attached to them where they had been repaired after presumably being punched or bashed in by previous guests. There was a connecting door to the room next door through which I could clearly hear the people next door (and vice-versa I suspect!) But it was clean and comfortable. I didn't try the restaurant. They leave bottles of water by the bed which you have to pay for if you open them.
The room was great value for money, the staff we encountered were not bubbly, they were rather rude. Reception lady was not nice. The only staff encountered that was worth mentioning was the cleaner she always smiled and said hi. Only had breakfast at the motel and it was alright but not great. Would stay again only because it's good value for money and close to everything.
We stayed overnight on a Saturday for a birthday treat. There is much to like including a lovely location on the Marina and only a few minutes walk to Jetty Road Glenelg and Holdfast Shores etc. The staff were also friendly. Our room was a Marina View, and was clean and tidy. However all I could think about was what could be done to upgrade the hotel - full modern refurbishment, large windows to capture the view, lifting the class etc. If you are after a clean, 1980s style motor lodge but with slightly more modern rooms, this is for you and you won't be disappointed. However if you have stayed in the more upmarket accommodation in the area, you will wish you were there. Breakfast was a part of our package and it was a tasty start to the day. You could choose one item off the standard menu and access the (limited) continental buffet (effectively tea/coffee/juice/toast/ and limited pastries and cereal). A decent breakfast but once again, not as comprehensive as the competitors. So, if you want this style of accommodation and it is at a price point cheaper than the upscale options, go for it. You will be very happy with your stay.
Easy check in. Room was clean and beds were comfy. Aircon was a bit noisy but not a big deal. Car park small.Few minutes walk to the beach and jetty road..Good hotel for the price..Will stay again....
Iron didn't work. Fridge didn't work. Phone didn't work had to use mobile to contact reception. Room wasn't serviced for the 3 nights and 2 days I was there. No teaspoons only wooden sticks. Stains everywhere. Hot water service wasn't working on day 2.
Quick overnight stay here was value for money. Room was comfortable, some of the furniture quite aged but bed linen clean and modern. Hot water took a long time to flow in the shower and my pet hate a shower curtain a negative. Short walk to Marina restaurants and breakfast was available at the cafe in the morning for a relatively reasonable price.
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Free parking
- Onsite dining
- Outdoor pool
Comfort Inn Haven Marina places you next to Holdfast Marina and within a 10-minute walk of The Beachhouse. This 3.5-star motel has 69 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Glenelg North, the motel is also a short walk from Bay Discovery Centre and Glenelg Jetty.
For your convenience, breakfast is available for a fee. Order from room service to satisfy your hunger without leaving your room, or enjoy a bite to eat at the onsite restaurant.
All 69 air-conditioned rooms provide refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards. TVs come with pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Hair dryers are also included.
An outdoor pool and free WiFi in public areas are features at Comfort Inn Haven Marina. There's free parking if you drive. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
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44% of guests recommend this hotelTotal of 255 reviews

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Location: Thavorn Palm Beach Resort is just steps from the famous Karon Beach and close to Phuket’s popular spots.
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Prop 205 appears to be safe for the moment as Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Jo Lynn Gentry dismissed charges against its campaign last week.
Maricopa and Yavapai county attorneys Bill Montgomery and Sheila Polk were two of the major plaintiffs to file the lawsuit but were joined by the chairman of Arizonans for Responsible Drug Policy, Seth Leibsohn and the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
To nobody's surprise the plaintiffs intend to appeal the judge's decision. However, the ruling decided that not only did the opposition fail to support their claim, but that the state legislature effectively eliminated citizens' ability to legally challenge ballot initiatives, which may not bode well for the lawsuit's future.
In any case, part of the defense's argument was that the plaintiffs raised the lawsuit based on their personal ideologies. With Montgomery as an avid anti-marijuana proponent and Polk as co-chair of the ARDP, they make good case.
On its website, the ARDP has a variety of facts used to dissuade the general public against allowing marijuana to infiltrate our fragile society. They paint a pretty scary picture.
But since conventional knowledge tells us that marijuana isn't as bad as its made out to be, then there must be more to the story than what the ARDP is telling us. Let's take a look at a few of their "facts" and see how the hold up.
The ARDP website says that 30 percent of regular marijuana users suffer from "use disorder," which affects users' ability to "fulfill major role obligations at work, school or home as a result of marijuana use" according to a study by the National Institutes of Health.
While this may be true, and the dangers of such a disorder shouldn't be underestimated, what the ARDP conveniently omitted is that the same study found that marijuana use disorder has decreased from 35.6 to 30.6 percent between 2001-2002 and 2012-2013.
Ironically, marijuana use has nearly doubled in that time.
On a tangential note, according to a National Survey on Drug Use and Health study, underage drinking has decreased in that same time period, though there is no causal link.
One of the ARDP's favorite points is that teen marijuana use in Colorado is now highest in the nation. However, this was true even before it became the first state to legalize recreational marijuana.
In fact, since legalization teen use has either stagnated or declined based on a handful of studies.
Several of the points made by the ARDP are common sense knowledge packaged in a frightening context.
For example, despite a declining opinion of marijuana as a dangerous drug, the ARDP is right that marijuana is still an addictive drug. However, a study published in the British Medical Journal found that marijuana is less addictive than tobacco and alcohol.
Among users who begin use in their teen years, 32 percent developed a tobacco addiction, 15 percent developed an addiction to alcohol and only 9 percent became addicted to marijuana.
Statistics and data are often used to manipulate perspectives. However, the point that the ARDP misses isn't that marijuana can't be harmful, but that that's not a reason for it to remain illegal.
The truth in the ARDP's statements lie in the potential dangers of heavy marijuana use. Of course being constantly stoned is as dangerous as being constantly drunk. This is reflected in the groups use of statistics pertaining to workplace accidents and driving under the influence.
Never mind the fact that instances of accident are higher under the influence of alcohol in the workplace and driving, but the trick with these studies is that it is much more difficult to detect when someone is high than when someone is drunk.
Since THC has a higher longevity in the body than alcohol, statistics containing language like "accidents related to marijuana" can often be misleading since the THC detected may be attributed to use that took place several days prior.
Though we typically don't like to equate marijuana and alcohol, it is useful to compare alcohol's societal effects with the potential effects of marijuana.
That makes the ARDP's mission a bit trickier since proponents of marijuana legalization don't necessarily have to prove that marijuana isn't dangerous, just that it isn't as dangerous as alcohol and other controlled substances.
Just as alcoholics make up the vast minority of alcohol users, those who pose the dangers raised by the ARDP are the vast minority of marijuana users.
However, the beauty of living in a free country is that if someone aspires to a dysfunctional life characterized by substance abuse, that's their prerogative. We don't let the minority of abusers of alcohol, cars and religion ruin it for the rest of us, so why should marijuana be any different?
If they were to take their mission as protectors of societal purity to its philosophical conclusion, then they'd be campaigning against alcohol and tobacco use as much as they do against marijuana.
However, since they are advocating a "responsible" drug policy, perhaps their efforts would be better spent towards helping create a system of responsible use rather than prohibition.


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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced yesterday that the Moderna vaccine is now the second fully approved COVID-19 vaccine after Pfizer-BioNTech.
Marketed under the name Spikevax, the Moderna mRNA vaccine has been approved for use for persons aged 18 and up as prevention of COVID-19, according to a press release from the FDA. Previously, the Moderna vaccine was administered under the FDA’s emergency use authorization (EUA) program for persons aged 18 and older.
The EUA program allowed the use of Moderna’s vaccine in the fight against COVID-19 while the FDA considered full approval. The full approval of Spikevax will loosen controls on how the drug is administered and will give doctors more liberty to prescribe the vaccine. It is also expected to build public confidence in the vaccine.
“While hundreds of millions of doses of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine have been administered to individuals under emergency use authorization, we understand that for some individuals, FDA approval of this vaccine may instill additional confidence in making the decision to get vaccinated,” said Acting FDA Commissioner Dr. Janet Woodcock.
Review based on clinical trial and actual use
“The approval of Spikevax is based on the FDA’s evaluation and analysis of follow-up safety and effectiveness data from the ongoing randomized, placebo-controlled, blinded clinical trial that supported the December 2020 EUA for the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine and information from post-EUA experience to further inform safety and effectiveness,” the FDA said in the press release.
The formulation of Spikevax is identical to the formulation of the EUA Moderna vaccine, and it is administered in two doses, one month apart as a primary series, according to the FDA. Spikevax and the EUA Moderna vaccine can be used interchangeably as a COVID-19 vaccination series, FDA said.
“The full licensure of Spikevax in the U.S. now joins that in Canada, Japan, the European Union, the UK, Israel, and other countries, where the adolescent indication is also approved,” a statement from Moderna said. “We are grateful to the U.S. FDA for their thorough review of our application. We are humbled by the role that Spikevax is playing to help end this pandemic.”
A panel of vaccine experts from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will convene Friday to consider endorsement of the Spikevax approval, and they are expected to do so, as they did with FDA approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine in August, according to The New York Times.


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Cold Ground premieres in Arizona this October! Happy Shocktober!
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A perfect way to start Shocktober! Cold Ground is part of the Tucson TerrorFest's official selection! Fabien Delage's new terror flick will premiere in Arizona this month. Be sure to see it on the big screen! Book your tickets now on http://tucsonterrorfest.com/


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The auditions for KALAKAAR Season 1 will be on 15th of September 2019 in Agra, 22th September in Mathura and 29th September in Firozabad.
Audition will be categorized as follows:
Singing & Dance (Junior age group 5 years to 14 years, Solo & duet)
Singing & Dance (Senior age group above 14 years, Solo & duet)
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The correct answer is Crop field. An artificial ecosystem meets all the requirements of a natural ecosystem but is made and controlled by humans.
Which of the following is man made artificial ecosystem?
The aquarium is a man-made ecosystem where a suitable environment is made with all the plants, aquatic animals, and non- living things.
What is artificial ecosystem with example?
An artificial ecosystem is a human-made system of plants, animals, and people living in an area together with their surroundings. Deserts, forests, and oceans are a few examples of naturally occurring ecosystems. Examples of artificial ecosystems are-Aquariums, crop fields, dams, gardens, zoo, park, etc.
What is a type of man made ecosystem?
The man made ecosystems include the villages, towns, cities, rivers, orchids, dams, gardens, lakes and agriculture. The agriculture consists of the animal husbandry and the production of crops. The agriculture is the first manmade ecosystem which occurred with the increase in human population.
Is grassland an artificial ecosystem?
Answer : Natural Ecosystem are Grassland Ecosystem and forest ecosystem; Grassland and forest are naturally created and interaction among the living and non-living things is common here. Natural ecosystem have no interference of human beings.
Is Dam man made ecosystem?
Ecosystem of artificial lakes and dams.
Which are artificial ecosystems?
The artificial ecosystem includes dams, gardens, parks which are made by humans. The zoos, aquariums and botanical gardens are examples of artificial ecosystems which are maintained with the objective of conserving biodiversity.
What is the name of artificial ecosystem?
Two artificial ecosystems are the crop field ecosystem and the aquarium ecosystem.
How do you make an artificial ecosystem?
- Take a transparent glass box for making an aquarium.
- Fill the box with water and add pebbles and soil.
- Add some plants like Hydrilla and some food for the fishes.
- Introduce small fishes to make the artificial aquatic ecosystem complete.
Is Pond an artificial ecosystem?
Answer: (b) Crop field is an artificial ecosystem. It is an agricultural land created by man , Pond, lake and forests are natural ecosystem, as they are self-sustainable and do not need human interference for their maintenance.


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The founding of our nation comes to star-spangled life in this grand Tony Award-winning Best Musical. In 1776 you'll see the heroes of the American revolution like you've never seen them before - in rousing songs and dances, comic encounters, and impassioned politics. The stakes have never been higher as John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin wrangle to get everyone on the same page - namely, the Declaration of Independence. Directed by Ted Pappas, theatrical fireworks will fill the O'Reilly Theater in this thrilling story of how we went from 13 colonies, to the United States of America.
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RENO, Nev. – Hot August Nights announces their entertainment lineup for the 2012 event scheduled for August 7 to12, 2012. This year’s week-long celebration of classic cars and rock ‘n’ roll will
feature performances by Sonny Turner (formerly of The Platters), Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone, Bill Medley (formerly of The Righteous Brothers), Paul Revere & the Raiders, the Village People and more.
“We are thrilled to welcome such talented entertainers to northern Nevada for the 26 th annual Hot August Nights,” said Tony Marini, executive director for Hot August Nights. “The combination of classic
cars and legendary entertainment make Hot August Nights a nostalgic event that is truly unlike any other.”
The week kicks off with Motown musical revue Oh What a Night! – A Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and a throwback to the decade that brought us Woodstock with Echoes of the 60s.
Additionally, tribute bands Chicago Tribute Authority and Hotel California will entertain crowds with their uncanny musical covers of the hit-making band, Chicago, and easygoing rockers, The Eagles.
Hot August Nights will continue with live performances from Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone and Sonny Turner of The Platter’s. Herman’s Hermits won crowds over with hits like “Wonderful World” and “I’m Into Something Good,” outselling every recording act in the world in the mid-60s and they will perform live at the Grand Sierra Resort on Thursday, August 9. That same night, former lead singer of The Platters, Sonny Turner, will bring fans back to the cool sounds of Motown music as he takes over Victorian Square in Sparks with chart-topping hits “The Great Pretender,” “Only You,” and more.
The Village People will take to the stage at Victorian Square on Friday, August 10 and will perform several of their hits including the unforgettable “YMCA.” Meanwhile, Paul Revere & the Raiders will
entertain audiences with their classic rock song “Louie Louie” and other hits.
The event will rock out Saturday with performances by The Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley and John Kay & Steppenwolf. These artists became a staple in the rock ‘n’ roll community in the mid to late 1960s and stayed on top of the charts through the next decade. In fact, Bill Medley continues to make music for his loyal fans and, this August, will sing a combination of classic hits like “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” and new songs from his album “Damn Near Righteous.” Steppenwolf will bring back the feelings of the late 1960s with songs like “Born to Be Wild” and “Magic Carpet Ride,” transporting crowds back to the era where rock ‘n’ roll ruled the radio and the stage.
All performances are scheduled to take place at 8:15 p.m. beginning Tuesday, August 7 and will run through Saturday, August 11. The following concert dates and times are subject to change:
Tuesday, August 7 at 8:15 p.m.
o Echoes of the 60s at Victorian Square
o Oh What a Night! at Grand Sierra Resort
Wednesday, August 8 at 8:15 p.m.
o Chicago Tribute Authority at Victorian Square
o Hotel California
at Grand Sierra Resort
Thursday, August 9 at 8:15 p.m.
o Sonny Turner at Victorian Square
o Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
at Grand Sierra Resort
Friday, August 10 at 8:15 p.m.
o Village People at Victorian Square
o Paul Revere & The Raiders at Grand Sierra Resort
Saturday, August 11 at 8:15 p.m.
o The Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley at Victorian Square
o John Kay & Steppenwolf at Grand Sierra Resort
For more information, call (775) 356.1956 or visit www.hotaugustnights.net.


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- Diply has rounded up photos of disappointing purchases from around the world
- Craigslist shopper in the U.S was shocked to find a cat inside their new sofa
- Another person was sent a giant tweezer after complaining about first purchase
It’s easy to skip reading reviews and buy something quickly when shopping online, but these photos prove sometimes bargains are honestly too good to be true.
Diply has rounded up a selection of hilarious products from around the world that weren’t what the buyer had expected to receive, including a shopper in the US whose new sofa included a free cat.
One person claimed they were sent a pair of giant tweezers after complaining that their initial purchase was too small, while another told how their mother had received a bong instead of an item for her crystal collection.
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Diply has rounded up a selection of disappointing online purchases from around the world – including a smaller than expected swing set bought from Amazon in the US for $17
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Another individual, from the US, admitted that they have no intention of telling their mother that the latest addition to her crystal collection was a bong
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Another disappointed shopper vented the frustration of opening their pizza to discover mushrooms had only been placed on one small section
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Traditionally the November Wynwood Art Walk means all the local galleries are cracking out with their big guns in anticipation of Art Basel, but that's not the case this year.
Although some spaces are holding to form, most local dealers are holding back their biggest shows of the year until later this month, ostensibly to save some ducats in clean up costs resulting from Second Saturday hordes.
But that doesn't mean you won't find some big names this weekend beginning at 6 p.m. when the last art crawl prior to December's lunacy ramps up before the Baselites arrive on our shores.
At the Dina Mitrani Gallery photography lovers will discover a famous globe-trotting lensman while the Juan Ruiz Gallery is showing a suite of canvases painted in Cuba this summer by a local artist who returned home to Havana to create them after several decades in exile.
Here are our picks for what's worth a gander before Baselphrenia sets in a few short weeks.
A solitary man praying in the vast expanse of the Saharan desert outside Algeria. Africa's Dinka people herding longhorn cattle in a dusty region of the Sudan. A soaring iceberg in Antarctica sculpted into a fairytale castle by the inexorable tides of time. These are just a few of the riveting images on display at Wynwood's Dina Mitrani Gallery in a new show by world renowned photographer, Sebastio Salgado, to remind us that Art Basel Miami Beach is a few short weeks away. Salgado's arresting images, shot during an eight-year period, mark the Brazilian shutterbug's call to action for greater stewardship of our planet's natural resources and serve as a reminder that we can each influence the Earth's healing in small, individual ways.
For "Genesis" the globetrotting lensman traveled to Alaska, Siberia, Africa, and South America exploring tribes, animals, forests, deserts and waters, with a loving eye and deep appreciation for our environment with stunning results. The exhibit marks Mitrani's second collaboration with Santa Monica's Peter Fetterman Gallery in what promises to be one of November Second Saturdays top draws.
Dina Mitrani Gallery 2620 NW Second Ave., Miami; 786-486-7248; dinamitranigallery.com.
Glexis Novoa: Painting on Canvas
Glexis Novoa's painting Se Vende dominates the Juan Ruiz Gallery in Wynwood. The seven-by-ten-foot canvas is freighted with abstract symbols ranging from women's shoes to beer cans, a laptop, a car, a pig's head, a bust of José Martí, an assault rifle, a skull next to a giant penis, and acronyms for Cuba's Committee for the Defense of the Revolution and Fidel Castro's July 26th Movement. The 49-year-old Cuban-American artist, who was once a favored person on the island but emigrated in 1993, created it during a three-month stay in Havana this summer.
Novoa's work in the exhibition represents something even more profound than the art itself. It wasn't that long ago that paintings produced on the island and shown in Miami drew violent reactions that included protests and even bombings. But now local painters travel to the island, stay there for months, and produce work that doesn't reflect favorably on the regime.
Juan Ruiz Gallery, 301 NW 28th St., Miami; 786-310-7490; juanruizgallery.com.
Nick Gentry is a London-based artist who is known for creating large-scale portraits using floppy discs attached to Masonite board he then paints. He typically employs discarded technology including film negatives and x-rays to compose his imagined identities. For his current show at the Robert Fontaine Gallery, Gentry has created a series of collage paintings from 35mm negatives and x-rays on glass. Fontaine's press release explains that these works are "sourced directly for a social art project from members of the public," in a process that allows "shared histories to form collective identities." The resulting imagery draws references to everything from consumerism to pop culture and found art.
Robert Fontaine Gallery 2349 NW Second Ave., Miami; 305-397-8530; robertfontainegallery.com.
New Times Mastermind finalist, Yuri Tuma, employs pocket technology to create his geometric opuses that teeter between the kinetic and kaleidoscopic in a sensory-jarring way. The Brazilian-born, Miami-based talent snaps his photos with his cell phone to explore color, composition and movement while manipulating captured imagery into striking new forms. Tuma says his work is aligned with ideas of "post-photography" and is largely shaped by his subconscious mind.
Maquettes + Studies by David Hayes
This modest solo focuses on the creative process of the late modern master whose geometric sculptures dot the American landscape and whose work forms part of over 100 institutional collections across the USA. On view you can discover the unusual models he crafted that would eventually become his signature abstract opuses constructed from welded steel. Hayes' monumental outdoor sculptures contemplate the relationship between a work of art and the environment it occupies, and demonstrate the influence of teacher David Smith and friend Alexander Calder.
Return of the Bang
You can search all over Wynwood this weekend and not find another exhibit as wallet-friendly as this show. This modest group offering featuring multimedia works by local street talent including Atomik, Registered Artist, Ivan Roque, Diana Contreras, Yuhmi, and Jorge Rodriguez boasts a ton of art all under the $200 range. For us wage slaves with an addiction to collecting and severe allergies to the hefty price tags associated with Art Basel, Wyn317 delivers a rare and welcome November fire sale.
Wyn 317, 167 NW 25th St., Miami; 305-761-1116; wyn317.com.
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