"As the full moon rose outside his bedroom window, Harry Lupus woke up with a very furry boner. He began to howl. Somewhere in the night, a lonely she-wolf was waiting for him, and he set off at a lope to find that bitch.
Even at a half-mile’s distance, Muffy’s musky wolf-scent seemed to invade his nostrils and Harry felt the fine hairs on his balls tingle at the thought of mounting her later that night: indeed, he was starting to love the wolf-life."
The LJ-World loves its animal stories. From hedgehog legislation to cute baby foxes on the EastSide to cow farts to squirrel scrambles, it's a rare day when some piece of animal-related news doesn't hit the front page. Today brings us a cover story on thousands of robins who have taken to arriving on the WestSide each evening to nest in the trees ("It's a phenomenon. It's an extraordinary event," Robbins said." --did you notice the guy's name is also 'Robbins?'). The article ends by assuring us that "The birds don't represent a threat to humans...".
Richard: "I'm not assured. I've seen that Hitchcock flick."
But, readers, a less pleasant animal story has also made headlines this week. At last night's weekly LC board meeting, Cl.thier expressed surprise that the story of the Turkish grad student jailed for sodomizing a dog had not proven blog-worthy. Richard explained that it was hard to find the humor in a man fucking a dog in the ass and had chosen not to include the sordid affair in the LC. He fully intended to stick to that vow too, but an editorial in today's LJ-World has forced us to address the matter after all. Mr. John Hoopes, of Lawrence, writes: "I hope I'm not the only one to note the cruel irony of your paper's coverage of a Kansas University student's felony charge for animal cruelty while featuring Tonganoxie's third annual Squirrel Scramble on the front page. One man faces serious penalties for 'intentionally and maliciously killing, injuring, maiming, torturing, burning, or mutilating any animal' while organizers of the squirrel hunt see it as 'a good way to get the children outdoors' and relish the idea of cutting off squirrel tales to use as fishing lures.'"
Chip: "Maybe I'm wrong here, but I feel that something has gone astray in the local environmentalist culture when they can't tell the different between hunting animals for food and sport and raping the family dog."


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Russia’s politically motivated persecution of American basketball superstar Brittany Griner highlights multiple hypocrisies and myths that swirl around marijuana.
Russian authorities arrested Griner at a Moscow airport in mid-February 2022. Authorities charged her with smuggling hash oil, a liquid processed from the marijuana (cannabis) plant.
Griner has distinguished herself with two Olympic gold medals and eight WNBA All-Star honors. Griner said she went to Russia to contribute to her teammates there and satisfy her fans in Russia. She’s played for a Russian team since 2015, during the off-season of America’s WNBA.
Suspiciously, the detention of Griner occurred just days before Russia invaded Ukraine.
The timing of Griner’s detention evidences a probable ulterior motive of Russian President Vladimir Putin to use the 6’9” star as a big pawn for power play leverage against the U.S. government.
The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden rightly bashed Russia for its BS on BG – as Griner is affectionately known.
But Biden’s criticism of Russia’s wrongful detention of BG reeks with hypocrisy because of Biden’s own BS refusal to end the U.S. government’s failed ‘War on Weed.’
Biden, for example, made a campaign promise as a presidential candidate in 2020 to support decriminalization and possible legalization of marijuana possession. Yet when the U.S. Congress approved legalization of marijuana in Spring 2022, President Biden did not publicly back that measure approved overwhelming by congressional members of his own political party.
Further, during the early weeks of the Biden Administration in 2021, young staff members where discharged or demoted after they acknowledged past use of marijuana inclusive of use of the substance in states where marijuana use is legal. Authorities in the Biden administration reneged on pledges not to retaliate against those who complied with administration requirements to reveal their past use of marijuana.
The decades of prohibition on pot by the federal government and states across America has produced wrongful detentions and other injustices with hauntingly similarities to the ordeal Griner endures in Russia after her arrest for possession of a minuscule amount of marijuana oil.
Russian authorities cite the U.S. federal government’s strident posture on pot to counter the U.S. government’s charge that Griner is wrongfully detained.
Russian President Putin’s support for the harsh mistreatment of Griner – now sentenced to nearly ten years in prison – radiates its own hypocrisy. Putin’s stance on marijuana contradicts his support of widespread ‘drug’ use by Russian athletes.
The Russian government’s blatant use of banned performance enhancing drugs for its athletes during Putin’s tenure led an international sports governing body to ban Russia from sports competition like the Olympics and the world soccer championships.
A widely circulated belief is that any use of marijuana is especially bad for the body. The championship caliber of Griner and other top athletes maligned for marijuana use cripples the myth that any marijuana use adversely impacts performance.
Embrace of myths about marijuana extend far beyond Biden and Putin.
In Delaware, where Biden lives, the Democratic governor in Spring 2022 vetoed legislation approved by that state’s legislature to legalize adult use of cannabis. That governor based his veto on the long-disproved myth that marijuana use triggers addiction to drugs like heroin. An extensive study on marijuana released by the New York Academy of Medicine way back in 1944 concluded that cannabis use does not lead to addiction or use of other drugs.
A doctor in Arizona prescribed the hash oil for Griner to help her with pain from playing basketball. Griner played for a WNBA team pro in Arizona, where medical marijuana use is legal
The big drug smuggling charge Russian authorities slapped Griner comes down to the weight of a raisin…yes, one single raisin – not even a handful of that dried fruit.
The evidence presented in Russian court against Griner was that airport personnel discovered two small hash oil vape cartridges in her luggage. The hash oil residue in those two cartridges had a combined total weight of less than one gram.
A single raisin weighs one gram as does a small page clip.
The Russian prosecutor at Griner’s trial deceitfully proclaimed Griner attempted to smuggle a “significant amount” of hash oil. Griner testified the oil was inadvertently in her luggage with no intent to smuggle or sell.
That prosecutor’s assertion of significant amount would have merit if Griner possessed cartridges that contained a minuscule amount Novichok . That is the incredibly deadly nerve agent Putin has employed to assassinate his critics inside and outside of Russia. There are 5,000 lethal doses in just one gram of Novichok.
The total combined weight of all hash oil residue in both of those cartridges in Griner’s luggage is far less of an amount of marijuana designated under Russian law as worthy of a major drug smuggling charge and a harsh prison term.
Although law in Russia is enforced arbitrarily, under the posted ‘letter’ of Russian law, possession of small amounts of pot and hash is considered an administrative offense not a major crime.
Posted penalties under Russian law for possession of six grams of pot (cannabis buds) or two grams of hash (cannabis concentrate) range from a fine to 15-days of detention.
While Russian law permitted an administrative disposition for Griner, she was subjected to the spectacle of criminal prosecution.
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s government claims Griner is not a hostage. She’s held simply for breaking Russian criminal law by bringing banned hash oil cartridges into that country.
But evidence indicates BG’s plight is more about superpower politics than about pot possession.
Griner, during her trial, denied any attempt to smuggle drugs into Russia. She told a Russian judge that she forgot to remove the cartridges in her rush to pack for her trip to Russia.
Pay inequities between WNBA and NBA players is the reason why Griner has played for that team in Russia. NBA mega-star LeBron James, for example, receives more than $500,000 per game. That amount is more than double the $200,000-plus Griner receives for an entire season in the WNBA.
During Griner’s trial, she plead guilty, hoping for leniency. A Russian judge mercilessly sentenced Griner to nearly 10-years in prison…for having hash oil weighing less than one raisin.
An overshadowed outrage in the Griner saga is fact that the United States, Russia, and most countries around the world outlaw cannabis as a dangerous drug.
This year a Russian court sentenced an America teacher to 14-years in prison for having medical marijuana. Last year an appellate court in the southern American state of Mississippi upheld a life sentence for a man convicted of possessing a minor amount a of marijuana.
Myths and hypocrisies cannot hide the historical fact that millions of people around the world have utilized cannabis for medicinal and euphoric purposes for centuries without ruination of human civilization.
Pot prohibition must end!

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The introduction to Henry Louis Gates Jr's ground-breaking PBS series Black in Latin America reads: "Twelve-and-a-half million Africans were shipped to the New Word during the Middle passage. While just over 11.00 million survived the arduous journey, only about 450,000 of them arrived in the United States. The rest - more than 10.5 million - were taken to the Caribbean and Latin America and kept in bondage for longer than the slaves in the United States. This astonishing fact changes the entire picture of the history of slavery in the Western hemisphere, and of its lasting cultural impact. These millions of Africans created new and vibrant cultures, magnificently compelling syntheses of various African, English, French. Portuguese and Spanish influences."
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Tomas,an Afro-Colombian teenager who fled the country's Pacific coast pushed out by the war, faces the difficulties of growing up in a city if exclusion and racism. When Jairo, his younger brother and closest friend disappears, Tomas plunges in the streets of the city. His search becomes an initiatory journey that compels him to face his past and to leave aside the influence of his is brothers in order to find his own identity. Through this journey, Tomas reveals a unique perspective of a vibrant and unstable city that, like Tomas, stands on the threshold between what once was and what might be.
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Oded Shenkar wrote a book called "Copycats: How Smart Companies Use Imitation to Gain a Strategic Edge." In the book, he talks about how the companies that imitate innovations and technologies are usually the ones that are most successful and make the most impact on an economy.
Take China for example. The country is saturated with imitation gadgets and technologies. Yet they still happen to have a booming economy that runs properly and efficiently.
Shenkar uses the American example of Apple's iPod. You may not think that Apple is an imitator, but what they did was exactly that. They took a technology and products that already existed - the Mp3 player, enhanced the experience, and built an attractive brand and culture behind it.
Another great example of this model is grocery stores. Think about how much money stores like Target, Wal-Mart, and Publix make simply by replicating products, putting their brand image on it, and discounting it immensely from competitors. Not only do they sell a lot of these products, but they force the products they imitate to get better.
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In a clash of copyright titans, Nintendo has swiftly taken action against the first Pokemon mod for Palworld, leaving fans both intrigued and disappointed. The mod, which injected Pokemon creatures and characters into PocketPair's hit survival game, was teased by its creator, Australian YouTuber ToastedShoes, just a day ago. The audacity and speed with which this mod emerged caught many off guard, and Nintendo wasted no time in cracking down on the copyright infringement.
Despite the risks, ToastedShoes became a hero in the eyes of his followers. Admirers flooded the comment section of the video, praising his bravery. One fan exclaimed, "The hero we don't deserve," while another boldly proclaimed that history would remember ToastedShoes for his audacity during the Palworld vs Pokemon controversy.
Yet, even with such support, ToastedShoes seems to have realized the limits of his daring. Taking to Twitter, he announced that his mod won't be released anytime soon, if ever. He acknowledged the need to "tread lightly" after Nintendo's swift response to his initial teaser. It seems the Australian internet personality doesn't want to poke the Nintendo bear too much further, at least not using this particular mod.
While Palworld itself has managed to avoid legal issues with Nintendo and other Pokemon IP stakeholders thus far, the future remains uncertain. The Pokemon Company's former Chief Legal Officer recently dismissed Palworld as "ripoff nonsense," reflecting the ongoing debate surrounding the game's potential infringement. Only time will tell if legal battles lie ahead.
In the realm of Palworld, players find themselves immersed in an open-world creature-collection extravaganza. The game, which entered early access on January 19, 2024, boasts a unique blend of survival, building, farming, monster breeding, and shooter elements. It's a wild adventure that promises hours of entertainment and imaginative gameplay.
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AN AMERICAN rapid-food chain has introduced strategies to open up it’s second cafe in the Uk in Essex.
Popeyes, regarded for its fried rooster dishes, has declared plans to open up a new site in Chelmsford Superior Street.
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Popeyes’s only other retail store in the Uk is dependent at the Westfield Browsing Centre in Stratford.
According to the chain’s site, the Chelmsford cafe is thanks to open in June.
Tom Crowley, CEO at Popeyes British isles, stated: “We’ve been blown absent by the UK’s reaction to Popeyes, with visitors queuing for several hours to check out it.
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You Are Not Alone, Mavis Staples’ first collaboration with Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy, was an astonishing surprise; her earlier ‘comeback’ records from the last decade had seen her relying on rootsy gospel (ahem) staples, and teaming up with the likes of Ry Cooder and Ladysmith Black Mambazo to add some extra (if far-from-necessary) authenticity to her return to recording. Alone, however, allowed her to just get on with things her way. Tweedy’s production was sparse and simple, the choice of songs – the Wilco frontman’s heartbreaking title track, moving covers of Randy Newman and John Fogerty, and the traditional material on which she had built her reputation – was inspired and, with her live band in tow, the album made for a powerhouse second act from a soul icon.
The shorter, darker follow-up, One True Vine, takes a more introspective turn, and yields vastly different results. Things are still kept in the family, but this time it’s the Tweedy family – Jeff is responsible for almost all of the instrumentation, save drums from his son Spencer – so there’s less opportunity for the musicians to play off each other, leading to an almost claustrophobic atmosphere to the record. Fortunately, Staples remains the same – whether transferring Alan Sparhawk’s cynicism into unbridled faith on ‘Holy Ghost’ (cheekily purloined from Low’s Tweedy-produced The Invisible Way LP from March) to her commanding performance of ‘I Like the Things About Me’, an old Staples Singers number that gets mutated into a minimalist bass’n’drums funk workout replete with all manner of sci-fi guitar skronkery.
But it’s touches like that which make One True Vine seem more like a Jeff Tweedy solo effort with a guest vocalist, rather than a Mavis Staples record. His presence, unsurprisingly, dominates the record – there are three of his songs scattered across the album (including the title track, a hymnal reworking of a Sky Blue Sky-era b-side) – and Staples sounds frequently sounds like she is trying to fit in with Tweedy’s vision, rather than the other way around (as it ostensibly should be). Those aforementioned Tweedy songs are also far from his best; ‘Every Step’ is an undercooked one-chord vamp, and the low-key ‘Jesus Wept’ sounds like Wilco on autopilot; meanwhile, the acoustic cover of Funkadelic’s ‘Can You Get to That’ is a risk that doesn’t quite pay off, sounding more like a rehearsal room offcut than an arrangement for a legend like Staples.
The record’s greatest shots of redemption are clustered at its centre. The traditional gospel slider ‘Sow Good Seeds’ is vintage Mavis, conjuring up all manner of stomping backporch imagery, and Washington Phillips’ ‘What Are They Doing in Heaven Today?’ is a slow-burning country waltz with Staples wrapping her smoky voice perfectly around the song’s apocalyptic imagery. Best of the bunch is Nick Lowe’s ‘Far Celestial Shore’; a veteran of albums like this – Johnny Cash’s take on ‘The Beast in Me’ is nothing short of definitive – and this calmly propulsive masterpiece, given deft flashes of strings and choirs by Tweedy, surely ranks as one of Staples’ and Lowe’s finest works.
So it’s not all doom and gloom by any stretch, but after a record like You Are Not Alone, Mavis and Tweedy (as she affectionately calls him) were right to fuck with the formula. It may not always live up to its title, but it’s certainly an interesting branch of what will hopefully continue to be a long and fruitful partnership.


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Baby soft skin—it is something every woman wants. Unwanted facial hair can stand in the way of achieving it. Unwanted body hair can make slipping into that summer bikini more worrisome.
Men and women have tried many different time consuming methods in their search for smooth and silky skin. The old standby of shaving is one option. But this can cause chafing and irritation and needs to be done daily. The result is constant maintenance or painful stubble. Plucking, waxing and depilatories have similar problems. Laser treatments seem to be the best option.
Many offices offer hair removal laser treatments, but at Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery, only board certified dermatologists and determine which settings are appropriate for any given patient. The laser does the hair removal, but it is the expert physician that sets the laser’s parameters.
Board certified dermatologist Dr. Jay S. Gottlieb explains, “Everyone wants something different. The upper lip, chin and neck are common problem areas for many females. Some just want their legs and bikini areas treated. We accommodate the patient.”
Men also choose to remove excess body hair; many find that they can eliminate the sores that occur on the back of their necks and in the beard line once they have undergone laser hair removal treatment.
There are many lasers and light treatments available today. Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery utilizes state-of-the-art lasers that are specifically designed to treat specific skin types.
This procedure may be the safest and most effective method yet. The result eventually leads to permanent hair reduction after a few treatments. Most patients tolerate the procedure without a problem. Side effects are very rare.
Physician and physician assistants have been recommending this procedure for many of their patients and have seen tremendous results. The goal is to make the patients feel as comfortable as possible.
Problems with excess hair growth doesn’t have to cause a struggle or be an embarrassment any longer.

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Featuring ArtistsJerry Paper
Jerry Paper - Your Cocoon
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Jerry Paper - A Moment
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Jerry Paper - You
Jerry Paper - Losing The Game
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Stones Throw released Like A Baby on 12 October 2018. The 13 track vinyl features artists including Jerry Paper.
Jerry Paper has released vinyl on Stones Throw.
The record label Stones Throw has released vinyl by J Dilla, Nobody, Sofie, Prophet, Dam Funk, Natural Numbers, King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard, Knxwledge, Quasimoto, White Boiz, Matthew Larkin Cassell, Trance Farmers, Jaylib, Chrome Canyon, Samiyam, Karriem Riggins, Mf Doom, Edan, Quakers.
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There are 3 ways to get from Tsukuba to Kamakura by train, bus or car
What companies run services between Tsukuba, Japan and Kamakura, Japan?
You can take a train from Tsukuba to Kamakura via Akihabara and Tokyo in around 2 h 4 min.
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How far is it from Tsukuba to Kamakura?
The distance between Tsukuba and Kamakura is 98 km. The road distance is 120 km.
What is the cheapest way to get from Tsukuba to Kamakura?
The cheapest way to get from Tsukuba to Kamakura is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1 h 29 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Tsukuba to Kamakura?
The quickest way to get from Tsukuba to Kamakura is to drive which takes 1 h 29 min and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.
Is there a direct train between Tsukuba and Kamakura?
No, there is no direct train from Tsukuba to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from Kenkyu-Gakuen and arriving at Kamakura via Akihabara and Tokyo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 h 4 min.
How long does it take to get from Tsukuba to Kamakura?
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The Mojang Team released a video showcasing some of the new upcoming features in Minecraft version 1.7.
I wonder if this will turn out to be true.
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Guido van der Werve stands in a frosty white landscape, warmly wrapped from head to toe. In a series of speeded-up photos, we watch him slowly revolve around his own axis. The work Nummer negen: the day I didn’t turn with the world is a time-lapse sequence lasting more than eight minutes in which Van der Werve stands at the Geographic North Pole for 24 hours and revolves in the opposite direction from the rotation of the earth. We can see time passing by his shadow, which moves around him like the pointer on a sundial and which remains visible for almost the entirety of the film, as it never gets completely dark here. The world spins on its axis during 24 hours, but Van der Werve doesn’t turn with it. Thanks to a supreme physical effort, the artist was able to escape from the rotation of the earth for a whole day.
Inertia and the power of one human being
What does it mean to be part of nature? And is it possible to escape this? These were the questions I was left pondering after seeing the exhibition Palpable Futility by artist Guido van der Werve in Eye Filmmuseum. His films often contain overwhelming images of nature. They remind us of humanity’s insignificance and our problematic relationship with the natural world. Van der Werve gives us a push in the direction in which the human race needs to travel. But can we overcome our collective inertia and change course?
By Julia Kantelberg on behalf of the Embassy of the North Sea18 March 2022
The relationship between him – as a human – and nature is also present in his other films. The artist can often be seen surrounded by stunning, vast landscapes marked by snow, mountains, woods or water. Landscapes reminiscent of how nature was depicted during the Romantic era: as an overwhelming, sublime environment of which humanity is just a tiny part. This impression of nature as ‘real’ and raw, where the influence of humankind can be seen only to a limited extent, is also recognisable in Van der Werve’s films. These are landscapes that seem far removed from our everyday, comfortable lives – but which we nevertheless are still part of.
The realisation that we as humans are just one of many elements that make up the natural world has proven a significant insight in relation to climate change and the ecological crisis. For a long time, our anthropocentric (human-centred) view of the world has meant that nature was appreciated only for its utility and usefulness in relation to humanity. This view of the world becomes untenable if we want to live on this planet in a sustainable way. The arts can play a major role in shifting the way we see the world towards greater ecological consciousness: a consciousness based around the mutual interconnectedness of all life.
This human relationship to nature is powerfully present in Van der Werve’s film Nummer acht: everything is going to be alright. In this work, the artist walks forwards, unimpeded, across a broad expanse of ice, straight towards the camera. He is followed by a gigantic ship that breaks up the ice behind him. It looks like Van der Werve could be swallowed up at any moment, but throughout the film he walks on calmly, without quickening his pace. The intensity of this image is huge: inhospitable nature, the threatening ship steadily eating its way through the ice and the fragility of the insignificant human being, unable to turn around. This could be seen as a metaphor for our current, problematic relationship to nature. Because of its momentum, the destructive machine (made by humanity) is unable to easily change direction or be brought to a standstill.
Test of strength
Humanity is not simply lost in nature in Van der Werve’s work, however. On the contrary: his works also show exactly what humanity is capable of. Nummer veertien: home is the film in which the artist completes a journey of more than 1,700 kilometres by running, swimming and cycling. From Warsaw, where Frédéric Chopin’s heart lies, Van der Werve embarks upon this extended triathlon to Paris, where the composer’s body is buried. The artist’s incredible physical feat was possible only after years of disciplined training. The images of Van der Werve, swimming huge rivers and running through varied landscapes, raise the question of whether the artist is entering into a test of strength with nature and himself, as part of this overarching nature. He seems to be seeking out the limits of what is humanly possible.
At the same time, the film shows that however powerful and courageous human beings can be, we will never be more than a small part of this greater whole. As a viewer, we are reminded of the futility of life when the artist arrives, exhausted after his epic journey, in Paris, where we witness mundane scenes taking place on the streets while the artist catches his breath on a wall: only we, the viewers, and the artist himself seem aware of the incredible journey that led to this moment. Once he is surrounded by the tourists, families and rushing businesspeople of Paris, it almost seems irrelevant already.
Without using verbal expression, Van der Werve communicates the existential contradictions of life in a visual way. Both the realisation of the boundless possibilities within a single human being, as well as the absolute meaninglessness of a single human life in relation to the greater whole, are brought together in his films. In 2016, the artist was involved in a serious road traffic accident; initially, his chances of survival were thought to be negligible. Nevertheless, he made an astonishing recovery thanks to his extraordinary physical and mental attributes. The last work shown in the exhibition, Nummer achttien: Act 10, spice of life, death drive, deals with his process of recovery. This is part of his latest work, to be released later this year. The artist’s ten commandments can be seen both in the film and displayed alongside the exit from the exhibition. Engraved on two headstones, the artist imparts his rules for living to the visitor: “there should be a sustainable planet; worship the universe” and “humans have no rights over flora and fauna”. We leave the exhibition with these thoughts in mind, and Guido van der Werve gives us a push in the direction in which the human race needs to travel. In the hope that we will be able to change course, in spite of our collective inertia.
Guido van der Werve – Palpable Futility
Romanticism, nature and the sublime are never far away in Guido van der Werve’s universe. His first retrospective exhibition, Palpable Futility, can be seen from 12 February to 29 May 2022 in Eye Filmmuseum.


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We provide resources to assist our stakeholders in understanding our regulatory role and how we protect the public interest.
As part of its regulatory mandate, PEO establishes, maintains and develops: standards of knowledge and skill; standards of practice for the profession; standards of professional ethics; and promotes public awareness of its role. The following are resources to assist PEO stakeholders--licence holders, applicants, and the public--in understanding their roles and responsibilities and the regulator’s work protecting the public interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE)?
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) is a member-interest advocacy body whose mandate is to advance the professional and economic interests of professional engineers in Ontario, and to look after non-regulatory matters for the profession. OSPE was created as a legal entity in April 2000 with the support of PEO and the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General, the arm of government with the responsibility for regulating engineering in this province.
OSPE seeks to:
- advance the professional and economic interests of professional engineers;
- raise awareness of the role of professional engineers;
- enhance the profession’s image;
- and act as a strong voice on behalf of professional engineers in Ontario.
You can find our more about OSPE on their website.
How can I be sure that someone is a professional engineer?
You can search for all licence holders, holders of the certificate of authorization and consulting engineers using PEO's directory.
If you have concerns about either the work of an engineer, or suspect that a person or a company is practicing engineering and may not be licensed, you can contact PEO's Enforcement Hotline at: 416-224-9528 ext.1444 or 1-800-339-3716 ext. 1444.
How do I engage a professional engineer (P.Eng.)?
Engineers may be engaged as consultants or as employees.
PEO's Guideline for the Selection of Engineering Services offers selection processes that can be used when choosing a professional engineer. The term "Consultant," or "Consulting Engineer," applied in connection with providing professional engineering services, requires that the person using the term be authorized to do so by PEO.
When hiring an employee engineer, the employer may find the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) Employer Salary Survey helpful. In addition to listing salaries by field of specialization, year of graduation and type of work, the surveys also provide details about other forms of compensation and about benefits.
The March/April 2001 issue of Engineering Dimensions was also devoted to this subject.
Why employ a professional engineer (P.Eng.)?
Professional engineers are:
- well educated, especially in applied sciences;
- tested by their peers before they are licensed;
- required to have at least five years of experience after graduation (a total of at least nine years of education and experience) before providing services directly to the public;
- policed by their peers;
- prepared to apply the best, up-to-date technology in an environmentally sustainable and cost-effective way to benefit society's evolving needs;
- responsible for safeguarding life, health and public welfare; and
- qualified to design and supervise the creation of many things today's society needs at work, rest and play.
Certain work must be completed or approved by a professional engineer, for example, engineering drawings, which require sign-off.
Ultimate responsibility for engineering work requires a professional engineer. While research, testing and drawing may be delegated to others, only the professional engineer can take responsibility for engineering work that affects public health and safety.
Professional engineers are qualified practitioners who can help you:
- turn your ideas and concepts into successful working projects/products/services;
- reduce your costs and save money;
- protect the environment and public safety;
- maximize productivity and opportunities; and
- overcome or minimize limitations.
They can help you to incorporate your ideas into something of real value in the real world.
Do you need to be licensed to work in the field of engineering in Ontario?
As with medicine and law, you require a licence to do certain engineering work within the province of Ontario. However, not everyone working in engineering requires a licence. Whether you require a licence depends on the type of engineering work you are doing, and the level of responsibility you have. The ability to practise engineering in Ontario is regulated by the Ontario Professional Engineers Act and its regulations, which outline who requires a licence, how to obtain a licence, and when a licence may be revoked. The Act is administered by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), a self-governing organization that grants licences to qualified individuals, disciplines licence holders who are found guilty of incompetence or misconduct, and enforces compliance with the licensing requirements of the Act. You require a licence if:
- Your work requires you to design, compose, evaluate, advise, report, direct or supervise and
- The work will safeguard life, health, property or the public welfare and
- The work requires the application of engineering principles.
You are not required to be licensed if, for example:
Your work is strictly related to research, testing, or inspection; or
- There is no risk to life, health, property or the public welfare if your work is performed incorrectly; or
- The work is strictly scientific in nature.
- There are also other exceptions to licensure in the Act:
You do not need to be licensed to do professional engineering if a licensed Ontario professional engineer takes responsibility for your work.
You do not need a licence to design tools and dies.
Any question regarding the need for a licence in a particular situation should be directed to PEO at [email protected].
Who can practice professional engineering?
In most situations only a professional engineer can practice professional engineering in Ontario. According to the Act "professional engineer" means a person who is granted a licence or a temporary licence by Professional Engineers Ontario. PEO can also issue a limited licence to an individual who, as a result of 10 or more years of specialized experience, has developed competence in a clearly defined area of professional engineering. Holders of limited licences are able to practice only within a narrowly defined area of professional engineering. Unlicenced individuals, such as technologists and technicians, are able to do any of the tasks normally reserved for professional engineers only if they are working under the supervision of a P.Eng.
What is the practice of professional engineering?
The practice of professional engineering is defined in section 1 of the Professional Engineers Act and comprises three tests. Professional engineering is:
- any act of designing, composing, evaluating, advising, reporting, directing or supervising, or the managing of any of these acts
- wherein the safeguarding of life, health, property, economic interests, the public welfare or the environment is concerned, and
- that requires the application of engineering principles.
If what you do meets all three tests, you are practising professional engineering and must be licensed by the association.
The definition applies to all situations where this particular combination of intellectual activity, societal protection and methodology exists regardless of whether the position is in industry, government or consulting.
What is Professional Engineers Ontario?
Professional Engineers Ontario, or PEO, is the regulatory body that licenses professional engineers in Ontario. PEO sets standards for and regulates the practice of professional engineering in the province.
Under the Professional Engineers Act, PEO has the mandate to serve and protect the public interest where the practice of engineering is concerned. PEO enforces compliance with the Act so that only those with a licence may practice engineering or advertise their engineering services. The association also disciplines engineers and companies that fail to maintain the profession’s standards.
Professional Engineers Ontario fulfills the same role the College of Physicians and Surgeons does for physicians and the Law Society of Upper Canada for lawyers.
What is the Engineering Intern Training (EIT) program?
The EIT program provides guidance and assistance to engineering graduates as they acquire the 48 months of acceptable engineering work experience, including annual reviews of experience to ensure that an applicant is “on the right track” for licensing.
Benefits of the EIT program include:
- the opportunity to receive detailed, confidential, annual; work experience reviews;
- eligibility to participate in PEO’s Mentorship Program;
- access to Engineering Dimensions, the association’s official journal;
- opportunities to attend EIT seminars at PEO’s office or through sponsoring chapters;
- the opportunity to join a PEO chapter, attend meetings and network with professional colleagues;
- email notices of events or items of interest pertaining to your development into a licensed engineer;
- access to the Licence Holders’ only section of PEO’s website and the opportunity to participate in online discussions with other PEO members through the Discussion Forum; and
- the opportunity to join the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers and participate in their member-only services, such as insurance and investment plans, and online Career Centre.
As well, becoming an EIT demonstrates to employers that an applicant is serious about being licensed as a professional engineer.
To enroll in the EIT program, you must be an applicant for licensure – meaning you have met the academic requirements of licensure (e.g. graduated from a CEAB-accredited program). You can apply as soon as you graduate by filling out an application for licensure form.
Financial Credit Program (FCP): Graduates of CEAB-Accredited engineering programs and international engineering graduates (IEGs) with a bachelor of engineering or applied science degree may be able to participate in PEO’s Financial Credit Program. Under the program, eligible participants can have the cost of their application fee credited towards payment of their registration and initial P.Eng. licence fees once they have been approved for a licence. CEAB-accredited graduates who apply within six months of their degree conferral and IEGs who apply within six months of their date of receiving permanent residence status in Canada are eligible for the program.
May I do engineering work while my application is being considered?
Yes. You may do engineering work, provided a licensed professional engineer takes responsibility for your work. In Ontario, it is illegal to use the title “professional engineer” or any variation thereof as an occupational or business title if you are not licensed by PEO.


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Song Pop Is the Most Enjoyable Music Trivia Game
Song Pop is a most recent Facebook game from Fresh Planet that dares players to attest who has the excellent song-discovery skills. The game is accessible on iOS, Android and Facebook and all 3 editions are capable to struggle against each other by way of Facebook application or the game’s own assistance username scheme.
Are you prepared to rock? Song Pop is the most enjoyable Music Trivia game to play with friends! It is a basic multiple-choice quiz game. While starting a new challenge in Song Pop, players select a playlist of songs which their queries will be derived from, and are afterwards played 5 song clips throughout which they should classify either the title or the artist as fast as possible. If the answer was right, points are achieved with extra points being rewarded if the player was fast to answer and if they accurately answer some questions in a line. Since the player attains points in Song Pop game, they gain advancement towards 5 stars in a playlist, with latest songs in the playlist releasing when each star is loaded. When 5 queries have been responded, the challenge is forwarded to another player, at which moment they answer the similar questions with a twist, they can distinguish what the other player reacted and their point at the start of each recent question. This provides a great emotion of ‘live’ contest regardless of the reality that play is fully contemporary. Once both players have a turn at the questions, the scores are summed and a winner is announced.
The songs that were utilized are also displayed with a connection to iTunes to pay for them. The winner is as well rewarded with 3 coins, whereas the defeated acquires just one. The final player to play Song Pop then has the choice of setting off a fresh round with one of three playlists. The player releases the skill to exploit the power-up objects while the game develops. These may be bought using coins, and may be used either to choose 3 new obtainable playlists upon setting off a fresh challenge, or eliminating 2 wrong answers from the 4 potential answers to a question. To unfasten recent playlists for more enormous selection, coins may as well be splurged on, and may be bought using debit or credit card, and mobile phone, for those too intolerant to increase them themselves. Strangely, while there are no Facebook Credits resources. Song Pop is completely joint, there is no sole player factor to the game at all. If gamers do not have any Facebook buddies playing, they may begin new games with either haphazard challengers or by typing in a detailed player’s username. The player also has the choice of forwarding an app request to their potential antagonist, while conveying challenges to Facebook friends, yet the game does not place to player’s Timelines.
Select from over 35 playlists with samples from lots of songs. With aid from a cultivating society of music enthusiasts, each first-rate playlist is cautiously chosen by the Song Pop group, with assistance from a developing society of music followers! Embodied to your country, play with songs from your preferred performers, search latest genres, discover new best sellers and relive the traditional. Join with Facebook to play with friends, or make relaxed games to convene new friends who adore the similar music you perform. Song Pop is complimentary and attuned for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.

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Eft Tapping For Jaw Clenching: The Transformative Power of EFT Tapping|Discovering Inner Balance
As individuals pursue total wellness, they are progressively accepting alternative approaches for attaining balance in their mental, psychological, and physical states. One particular method that is gaining prevalent recognition is known as Emotional Flexibility Strategies (EFT) tapping. Image a practice that combines ancient knowledge with modern-day psychology, using not just temporary relief however likewise a profound transformation of your emotion. EFT tapping, rooted in traditional Chinese medication and reaching into the field of psychology, holds the crucial to opening inner harmony. Join us on a captivating expedition of the world of EFT tapping, as we delve into its systems, advantages, and capacity for life-changing effects.
The Origins and System of EFT Tapping:
EFT tapping is a therapeutic method that combines traditional Chinese medicine and modern-day psychology. It blends ancient wisdom with present knowledge to resolve emotional and physical imbalances by restoring energy flow in the body. By targeting specific acupressure points and carefully tapping on them, EFT tapping helps to unclog energy pathways and promote balance based upon the principles of the Chinese meridian system. Eft Tapping For Jaw Clenching.
The order of taps complies with a carefully prepared procedure that aligns with the primary meridian points on the body. By merging physical touch with spoken words, people take part in a practice that acknowledges and releases psychological obstacles. This special combination identifies EFT, as it integrates the action of tapping with the mental and emotional parts of addressing individual worries. Tapping acts as a kind of exposure treatment, making it possible for people to face and deal with their feelings while simultaneously tapping on particular indicate harmonize the body’s energy system.
From a scientific perspective, tapping has been discovered to activate the body’s relaxation reaction, which causes a decline in cortisol production and an increase in sensations of harmony. Additionally, research study reveals that EFT tapping has the capability to influence the amygdala, the part of the brain responsible for dealing with feelings. This influence implies that there is a neurological foundation for the emotional modifications observed in individuals throughout and after EFT sessions. Basically, the procedure of EFT tapping can be seen as a dynamic interaction in between traditional ideas of energy flow and contemporary knowledge of the connection between the mind and body.
Transforming Feelings with EFT
Digging much deeper into the transformative nature of EFT tapping reveals an interesting procedure comparable to psychological alchemy. Unlike traditional talk therapies, EFT exceeds simple verbalization of feelings; it takes part in a vibrant dance with the body’s energy system. The tapping not just acts as a physical release however likewise as a catalyst for psychological transmutation. As individuals tap on specific acupressure points, they accentuate their psychological struggles, providing a safe space to express and accept their sensations. This special combination of tactile stimulation and verbal acknowledgment seems to unravel the emotional charge connected with upsetting memories or consistent negative thoughts.
The idea of psychological alchemy within EFT depends on the extensive shift from psychological tightness to freedom. It’s as if the tapping works as a crucible, transforming the base components of negative feelings into the gold of emotional strength. Practitioners typically report feeling a palpable release as they tap through particular points, witnessing the dissipation of emotional weight that may have strained them for years. The alchemical procedure is not merely about coping with emotions; it has to do with transmuting them into sources of strength and self-empowerment.
In addition, EFT promotes a change in how we view and manage our emotions. Instead of seeing negative emotions as something to prevent, EFT motivates us to accept and show generosity to ourselves. By acknowledging and tapping through our psychological difficulties, we start a transformative process where our psychological experiences go through a profound modification. It’s not just about short-term relief; it has to do with rewording our emotional story, transforming challenges into opportunities for individual growth and durability. In this manner, EFT goes beyond traditional treatment approaches, offering an effective and detailed course for individual transformation. Eft Tapping For Jaw Clenching.
Scientific Recognition and Research Study:
As the appeal of EFT tapping continues to increase, so does the interest from the scientific community seeking to understand and confirm its efficacy. Various empirical research studies have emerged, shedding light on the neurological and mental mechanisms underpinning the transformative power of EFT. One noteworthy area of research study includes neuroimaging research studies, which have actually provided compelling proof of the physiological changes that occur during EFT sessions. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) research studies, for instance, expose alterations in the brain’s neural pathways, especially in areas related to emotional processing, such as the amygdala.
Additionally, studies examining the impact of EFT on stress hormonal agents have actually boosted the clinical credibility of this practice. Cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone, has actually been shown to decrease considerably following EFT sessions. This decrease in cortisol levels associates with the reported sensations of relaxation and calm experienced by individuals practicing EFT. The biological markers of tension decrease supply tangible evidence of the practice’s capability to regulate the body’s stress action, providing a possible opportunity for managing conditions defined by increased tension levels.
Beyond physiological modifications, research on the psychological front has actually checked out the effectiveness of EFT in resolving specific mental health conditions. Meta-analyses and organized reviews have consistently shown positive outcomes for issues such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The robustness of these findings contributes to the growing acknowledgment of EFT as a valuable adjunctive therapeutic tool. Additionally, the adaptability of EFT, evidenced by its applicability throughout varied populations and age groups, further solidifies its standing as an appealing intervention in the world of psychological health.
While the scientific community acknowledges that more research study is needed to fully elucidate the intricacies of EFT’s mechanisms, the existing body of proof offers a compelling foundation. The merging of neuroscientific findings and scientific results underscores the potential of EFT tapping as a genuine and effective method to promoting psychological wellness. As researchers continue to peel back the layers of this therapeutic practice, the scientific recognition of EFT serves to bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and modern understanding, fostering a brand-new age of integrative and holistic approaches to mental healthcare.
The Personal Course of EFT Practitioners
Beginning the experience of EFT tapping is a thoroughly special and often life-changing encounter, characterized by personal stories of strength and self-exploration. Numerous practitioners discover convenience in the straightforwardness of the technique, as it presents a concrete and friendly method to confront psychological challenges. A significant aspect of this personal journey is the empowerment people gain from actively participating in their own healing journey. EFT equips them with tools for self-discipline, permitting them to navigate their psychological terrain with a rejuvenated sense of control.
There are many personal stories that verify the significant modifications in how people see things and feel mentally when they routinely practice EFT. It prevails for specialists to describe the tapping procedure as a method to launch deep-seated psychological burdens, leading to a feeling of emotional liberty. EFT typically becomes a trustworthy buddy in their personal advancement, offering a place for self-reflection, emotional release, and eventually, individual growth. By tapping on specific acupressure points, practitioners establish a higher understanding of their emotional reactions, promoting mindfulness that exceeds the EFT sessions.
In addition to its direct recovery advantages, EFT practitioners typically experience an individual improvement as they explore their deep-rooted beliefs and stories. The tapping method functions as a trigger for reassessing how they view past injuries or negative idea patterns. Individuals often shift from feeling like victims to feeling empowered, taking an active role in improving their emotional stories. This boosted control over their emotions results in enhanced resilience and a more powerful ability to challenge life’s difficulties with calmness.
Moreover, the common element of EFT communities and support networks plays an essential role in the personal journey. Sharing experiences with similar individuals fosters a sense of connection and recognition, enhancing the concept that one is not alone in their battles. The shared stories of triumph over hardship produce a cumulative tapestry of strength, encouraging and motivating others on their EFT journey.
Fundamentally, the specific voyage of EFT experts stretches much further than the constraints of a healing session. It is a continuous trip of self-understanding, empowerment, and determination, in which tapping develops from a simple approach to a trusted buddy in browsing the complexities of human presence.
The FasterEFT Technique and Robert Gene Smith
Robert Gene Smith has actually made considerable contributions to Emotional Flexibility Methods (EFT) and has actually been credited with establishing and boosting the FasterEFT methodology. With a wealth of experience as a specialist and an interesting speaker, Smith has transformed the traditional EFT model by introducing a dynamic and extremely efficient technique to emotional recovery. FasterEFT integrates different healing methods, such as neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), to provide individuals an extensive set of tools for attaining profound and rapid transformation. What sets Smith’s method apart is its ease of use and ability to adapt, making it a popular option for those seeking efficient options to emotional obstacles.
FasterEFT differentiates itself by including tapping on acupressure points with a strategic emphasis on language and cognition. This distinct synthesis permits individuals to not just release psychological blockages but also actively reframe their thought patterns. Smith’s technique acknowledges the intricate connection in between language, feelings, and physical wellness, promoting a holistic understanding of the mind-body relationship.
Beyond the technique itself, Robert Gene Smith’s contribution reaches empowering individuals to take charge of their psychological reactions. FasterEFT acts as a catalyst for self-empowerment, enabling people to browse and change their emotional landscapes. Smith’s mentors emphasize the significance of acknowledging and comprehending the origin of emotional distress, helping with a more profound and enduring healing process.
The impact of FasterEFT exceeds specific sessions; it resonates within the larger context of the developing field of psychological well-being. Smith’s work reflects a dedication to constant enhancement and adaptability in resolving the varied and complicated needs of people. As FasterEFT gains traction, it not only adds to the growing body of knowledge in EFT but also stands as a testimony to the ever-evolving nature of therapeutic techniques designed to improve the human experience. In essence, Robert Gene Smith’s FasterEFT stands as a transformative force, offering a powerful and nuanced method to emotional recovery that empowers people to reword their emotional narratives and cultivate enduring favorable modification.
Summary: Eft Tapping For Jaw Clenching
In the kaleidoscope of alternative healing methods, EFT tapping becomes a complex gem, mixing ancient knowledge with contemporary science to use a distinct pathway to emotional wellness. Rooted in the conventional Chinese meridian system, EFT use the body’s energy flow, utilizing a strategic combination of acupressure and spoken expression. As we journey through the origins and systems of EFT, its dynamic interaction in between ancient principles and modern-day understanding ends up being evident. Scientific validation, consisting of neuroimaging research studies and cortisol level evaluations, enhances the case for EFT as a genuine and efficient technique for emotional healing. Eft Tapping For Jaw Clenching.
EFT, with its psychological alchemy, presents itself as an innovative technique that goes beyond standard therapy. It surpasses mere communication, instead, it takes part in a deep connection with the body’s energy circulation. Through tapping, it sparks a change of negative emotions into inner strength and resilience. Practitioners witness the concrete release of psychological concerns that might have weighed them down for a long period of time. EFT does not just teach coping mechanisms but encourages a fundamental modification in outlook, promoting self-empowerment and embracing oneself.
Scientific research study further underscores the effectiveness of EFT in resolving psychological health conditions, from anxiety to PTSD. The merging of neuroscientific findings and medical results adds to the growing acknowledgment of EFT as an important intervention. As we delve into the individual journeys of EFT practitioners, their stories echo the transformative potential of this practice. EFT becomes a relied on companion, using a toolkit for self-regulation and a space for self-questioning. The individual journey is marked by empowerment, mindfulness, and a reframing of emotional narratives.
In the vast landscape of individual stories, EFT sticks out as a beacon of hope and durability. The tapping ends up being more than a method; it is a vibrant force in the continuous expedition of self-discovery. The common element of EFT communities includes another layer to the personal journey, cultivating connection and shared triumphs over difficulty. As the scientific community continues to unravel the intricacies of EFT, it solidifies its standing as a transformative practice that bridges the worlds of ancient knowledge and contemporary understanding. The journey through EFT is not simply a mission for relief; it is an odyssey towards inner harmony, empowerment, and a restored sense of emotional well-being.

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A delay in diagnosis of cancer can spell disaster for young women with breast cancer. Physicians often miss a breast cancer diagnosis in young women because of a simple bias that the disease usually affects only older women. This is just not true. It is well-known that breast cancer can afflict younger women (usually defined as women under the age of 40, but can even afflict women in their teens and 20s). A recent study shows exactly why it is imperative for physicians to timely diagnosis younger women with breast cancer.
Studies show that 5 to 6% of breast cancers are found in women between the ages of 15 and 39. Breast cancer in younger women tends to be more aggressive. A recent study shows that a delay in treatment as short as 6 weeks can significantly reduce life expectancy for younger women. A 2013 article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reports that in younger women, a treatment delay longer than 6 weeks is associated with a significantly worse 5-year survival compared with those who were treated within 2 weeks or within 2 to 4 weeks (78%, 84% and 83%, respectively).
The general rule is that when a woman reports a new finding in her breast, like a bump or lump, the breast must be promptly and thoroughly imaged. If the imaging cannot rule out cancer, then a biopsy must be performed immediately. When doctors write off patient’s concerns about new breast findings, making a dangerous assumption that the patient is “too young for cancer,” and thereby violates safe medical practice, a medical negligence case may exist.
A delay in diagnosis of cancer can result in progression of the disease from an early curable stage to a terminal stage. The horror of being diagnosed with cancer pales in comparison to news that the cancer has spread because a physician ignored early warning signs. If this occurs, it would be wise to get advice from a medical malpractice attorney soon after the correct diagnosis is made.


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I would like to take a moment to discuss an issue that is vitally important to our community. One in four women will be sexually assaulted in her lifetime. It is essential that every member of the Miami community hear about the upcoming events raising awareness of rape and sexual assault, specifically Take Back the Night and the Clothesline Project.
The Clothesline Project, sponsored by the Women’s Center, creates awareness about intimate partner violence occurring in our community. Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to come to the Women’s Center to create a T-shirt attesting to violence (including rape, incest and domestic violence, as well as violence based on sexual orientation or political beliefs) that they or someone close to them have experienced. You can view these T-shirts at the Hub between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4 through Wednesday, Oct. 6.
The other inspirational event is called Take Back the Night and is sponsored by the Association for Women Students (AWS). There are two parts to the event. The first is the Speak-Outs, which allow those who have experienced rape or sexual assault to share their stories with others who have also had these experiences. The Speak-Outs will occur at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6 in the Shriver Heritage Room. Immediately following the Speak-Outs at 9 p.m., AWS will begin the Take Back the Night March at the Shriver Reflecting Pool. Marchers will travel across campus to Uptown Park and back. All participants will be asked to chant, carry signs and use noisemakers to claim the night for safety from rape and sexual assault on our campus and in this town.
I hope everyone who reads this will come out to support the Women’s Center and AWS in their fight against rape and sexual assault that affects our Miami community everyday.


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I made my first grooms cake this past June. It was so much fun and stressful. Transportation is so nerve racking!!
It was a three tiered chocolate cake with chocolate frosting, chocolate pralines cookies and grated semi-sweet chocolate. Topped with two toy Harley's, requests of the Groom.
I transported the cake unassembled. When I got to the lake house where the wedding was held, I put the cakes together and fixed any mess ups in the icing. I also had my mom break the cookies so they didn't have that "perfect" look to them. Then I stuck them to the cake, and grated a chocolate candy bar over top.
Making cakes for people is something I want to do for the rest of my life. So if you know someone who needs a cake, or you want a cake for your next party, let me know and I would love to do it for you.


The motion controllers from FAULHABER are not only powerful – the MC-series are easy to handle. But since you probably have more important things to do than to only read manuals, we’ve put together a simple guide in video format. In just 7.5 minutes, you will learn to connect the FAULHABER’s 3268 … BX4 brushless motor to the FAULHABER MC5010 motion controller.
We guide you all the way from downloading the free software, to writing and running a simple program that demonstrates a few different types of motion. Of course, both motor and motion controller can do significantly more than we show here.
Want to know more? Ask us and we’ll be happy to tell you more!
(This article is written by Troy Miller and was originally published on www.galil.com)
An HMI or Human Machine Interface is needed in many motion control applications. These devices are used to allow a user to instruct a machine on what to do without the need of a full PC. Many times HMIs are touch enabled allowing them to be placed on the production floor and used by technicians right by the machine. There are many sources for HMIs and many can cost thousands of dollars. With the arrival of the Raspberry Pi Foundation and its Raspberry Pi models, a small but powerful option arrived. Adding to this, the official Raspberry Pi 7” display, and the Galil application program interface, this powerful trio form the foundation for an inexpensive but fully capable HMI that can be customized for any motion control application.
The pick-up efficiency of a microphone may vary depending on the direction from which the sound comes. This characteristic can be an unavoidable consequence of the design of the microphone or a conscious design to obtain properties for specific purposes. Some microphones also have variable characteristics. This is usually illustrated graphically in diagrams showing the characteristics. In this case the microphone is located in the centre with its front directed upwards in the diagram.
Neodymium magnets, or rather NdFeB, are products produced by powder metallurgy and based on neodymium, iron and boron, which makes magnets that are impressive in relation to their strong magnetic field. They are actually the strongest permanent magnets that can be produced today.
What is not as well known is that neodymium magnets are susceptible to corrosion in their raw state. When the magnets are exposed to humidity they can corrode, which can destroy the magnet if the magnets are not treated correctly from the outset. The magnets can be surface treated to prevent corrosion.
Many applications for electric motors involve the conversion of a rotary motion to a linear motion, e.g. in actuators, XY tables, zoom or focus in optical applications etc.
This can be done in many different ways, with different advantages and disadvantages, which are suitable for different applications. In this article we look at some of the common methods of producing linear motion with electric motors.


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People who have suffered the usually-minor indignity of having passers-by or neighbors flick a still-lit cigarette into their homes or gardens will have an advantage in relating to the latest technological ‘breakthrough’ to emerge from Gaza.
Several incendiary balloons flown from the Gaza Strip on Monday afternoon caused fires in seven different locations on the Israeli side of the border. No one was hurt, but great damage was caused… The incendiary balloons, like incendiary kites, are affixed with an already-lit Molotov cocktail [fire bomb]… The westerly winds push the balloons, which are filled with helium gas, towards Israel. After a short while in the air, the fire from the Molotov cocktail causes the balloon to explode in midair, with the incendiary contraption dropping to the ground. The IDF has been working on a solution to thwart these contraptions by intercepting them using drones before they can land in Israel and cause damage.
At this point, we know of one such incendiary device igniting wheat fields on the land of Kibbutz Mefalsim in the Shaar HaNegev Regional Council. Another landed in the Eshkol region’s Be’eri Forest, setting off a blaze. With spring turning to summer and harvest time, the economic losses are significant to the agricultural communities attacked by the Palestinian Arabs.
An incendiary kite flown Wednesday from the Gaza Strip by Palestinian terrorists caused a huge fire in the Be’eri Forest in southern Israel that continued to rage into the evening. No casualties were reported. The conflagration is the biggest to have erupted since Palestinians in the strip began flying the incendiary kites across the border. By 7:30pm, the fire continued to slowly reduce hundreds of dunams of woodland to ash, as ten firefighter teams scrambled to contain it, battling high temperatures, dry weather and strong easterly winds that fanned the flames. Incendiary kites are the latest improvised weapon to have been added to the Palestinian rioters’ arsenal as part of the weekly “March of Return” protests on the Gaza Border, enabling Palestinian rioters to wreak havoc on Israel’s southern towns without approaching the border fence and risking their lives. Around three to four of the kites are sent across the Gaza-Israel border each day, and have so far incinerated agricultural lands in Israel’s southern region, with wheat fields being set aflame and ecological damage caused to the country.
Shedding some dim light on the state of mind of the pyromaniacs, images of Gazan kites (like the one below) festooned with Nazi swastikas accompany many of the reports.
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The Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court – the treaty that established it and entered into force on 1 July 2002 – defines destroying the environment, even if no one is killed, as a war crime. In September 2016, the ICC prosecution issued a policy directive stating that it would place a special priority on prosecuting war crimes against the environment, something it had never done until then.
Hard not to notice the tone of pride and enthusiasm as certain media outlets report on the incendiary attacks by Gazan Palestinian Arabs. “Palestinian ‘Fire Kites’ Spark Huge Blaze in Zionist Settlements near Gaza Border” [Al Manar, May 02, 2018] for instance, and “Flaming kites mark fifth Friday of Gaza protests” [Mondoweiss, April 29, 2018].
Almost as if burning down the neighhbours’ crops – or setting mountains of rubber tires ablaze and generating carcinogenic smoke and fumes – will get the attackers a better life.


The default mounting bracket houses a 10 mm (at the hub, 22 mm at the flange) trapezoidal nut, the POM anti-backlash nut I received is considerable larger (20 mm at the hub, flange is about 36.5 mm), therefore I have redrawn the original mount to house this larger nut and kept the same center of the original nut. Note this nut only has 2 holes to fasten the nut.
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