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Decatur man accused of stabbing, killing grandmother
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DECATUR, Ga. -
Police say a 23-year-old man was arrested for allegedly killing his elderly grandmother following a late night argument on Tuesday.
Decatur police arrested 23-year-old Marquis La'Vonta Freeman for murder, aggravated assault and battery.
Police say they were called out to the home of Freeman's grandmother in the 200 block of Cambridge Avenue just before midnight after getting reports that a family argument had turned violent.
Officials found 75-year-old Shirley Kendrick with apparent stab wounds and a head injury after the assault. She was rushed to an area hospital, where she later died.
Neighbors said they rushed to the home after hearing commotion.
"I had his ankles pinned to the ground and as a result, the guy is staring me in the face saying 'kill me now, show me the light,'" said John Post.
Two family members who attempted to intervene in the assault were also sent to the hospital. Her husband received minor injuries and her son suffered serious injuries. Both are expected to recover from their injuries.
Police are trying to determine the cause of the deadly argument.
Neighbors tell FOX 5 News that the family has lived in the home for nearly 40 years. They say they are shocked by the murder.


EPSOM AND EWELL BOROUGH COUNCIL TO LAUNCH THE PLAYING OUT SCHEME…
Posted by Devenia Besant on 16 Oct 2023
I remember growing up (many moons ago!!!) playing out with the other children. This was just the norm back then we had so much fun, especially in the summer whether it was water fights, playing tag, hide and seek or riding bikes. It’s lovely to hear about the Playing Out Scheme that has recently been approved by Epsom & Ewell Borough Council.
Here is what they had to say:
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will be introducing a temporary road closure scheme to allow children to play in the streets where they live.
The Playing Out scheme will enable streets which are not main roads or bus routes to be closed to through traffic for up to three hours at a time.
Residents who are interested in taking part in the scheme would need to get the agreement of their neighbours, find and train volunteer stewards to man the road closure points and carry out a risk assessment. Parents remain responsible for their own children.
The scheme was approved at the Community and Wellbeing Committee on 10 October 2023 and will launch in December 2023.
Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community and Wellbeing Committee, said: “More than 90 local authorities have introduced the Playing Out scheme in their areas, and I’m really pleased to see this initiative come to Epsom and Ewell.
“We believe the scheme will help support the mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of children and the community by creating a safe and inclusive space for everyone to play in and by fostering a much needed sense of neighbourliness.”
This is the only information available at the moment but a new webpage, online and paper application form will be set up for the scheme in due course should you want to apply for your road. Although the scheme starts in December I should expect most people will apply for Spring / Summer and it won’t be suitable for all roads or all neighbours.
I will keep you updated as soon as more information is readily available.


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Special Photo Georgia State Parks Resource Manager Phil Delestrez leads a kayak tour on Lake Rutledge at Hard Labor Creek State Park.
RUTLEDGE -- With its calm, quiet waters, Lake Rutledge at Hard Labor Creek State Park is the perfect place to learn how to kayak, said Georgia State Parks Resource Manager Phil Delestrez, and over the coming months, the public will have ample opportunities to do so.
Delestrez will lead several kayak trips each month through the spring, summer and fall at Hard Labor Creek State Park, located in Rutledge, 20 miles east of Covington.
The schedule for April includes: a daytime tour from 2 to 4 p.m. on April 13; a new moon kayak tour from 7 to 9 p.m. on April 13; a twilight paddle from 6 to 8 p.m. on April 19; and full moon kayak tour from 7 to 9 p.m. on April 27.
Delestrez said kayaking on the lake is even easier than navigating a canoe.
"If you lead a canoe trip, most people don't fret about their experience level, but the kayaks are less tippy than the canoes," Delestrez said. "You don't need any experience. They are sit-on-top flat water kayaks. They don't sink. They are very stable on the water."
The trips are designed for ages 3 and up. If parents have small children, ages 4, 5 or 6, the kayaks are big enough for each parent to ride with one child.
Cost is $15 per person for a two-hour trip around the perimeter of the 275-acre lake. The cost includes use of the kayak and a life jacket. A tour accommodates up to 19 people.
Delestrez said that one of the advantages to Hard Labor Creek State Park is its location.
"Hard Labor is far enough away from Atlanta that there is little light pollution," he said.
During new moon trips, he points out constellations, and in April visitors should be able to see the Big Dipper, Orion the Hunter, Taurus and the Seven Sisters, as well as the planet Jupiter. For the full moon trip, put those flashlights away -- the light of the moon is enough to guide paddlers around.
Evening also brings sounds of wildlife such as spring peeper frogs and Southern chorus frogs, as well as owls.
During daytime tours, Delestrez discusses the history of the park and the lake. The Civilian Conservation Corps, a public work relief program for young men that operated for several years during the Great Depression, built the park and the lake in 1936.
Paddlers will see historic buildings constructed by the CCC, such as the recreation center, which is not in use but could become a museum in the future, Delestrez said.
"It's still standing. That's pretty rare, because usually the CCC would pack those buildings up and ship them to another city," he said.
Delestrez said the CCC created the park to provide a place for children, who lived in the city of Atlanta, to experience the outdoors, a vision that remains 77 years later.
"They say the more things change, the more they stay the same," Delestrez said. "That's exactly what we're trying to do, is to get folks outside and be with the family outdoors and experience things that aren't on an LCD screen; we're such a technologically dependent society. The park, and all of the state parks, haven't changed that mission. We're still here so folks can have that firsthand experience with the outdoors."
To learn more about upcoming kayak trips and other events at Hard Labor Creek State Park, visit www.gastateparks.org/hardlaborcreek.

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An Analysis of a Statewide Survey and the Assessment of Needs within the Long Term Care Delivery System in the State of Texas
This needs assessment study addressed the needs of various components of the nursing home industry in Texas - those involved in management of long term care facilities, those involved in direct care of long tern care residents, owners of long term care facilities, those involved in regulatory aspects of long term care, and those involved consumers - direct and indirect - of services in long term care facilities. The assessment addressed structural, process, and educational needs of nursing homes. Ten key items were identified via several pretests and utilized in the final survey through a closed format Lilcert-type instrument and a narrative component which also allowed for an open-ended expression of ideas or concerns. The ten key items utilized in the final survey were: (1) Management training for all supervisors, (2) More geriatric nursing skills, (3) Increased physician involvement, (4) Greater consistency in the survey process, (5) Requirement for improved nurse aide to resident ratio, (6) More sensitivity by staff to resident needs, (7) Improvement in food quality and the dining environment, (8) Greater family involvement, (9) More homelike environment, and (10) More educational requirements in long term care for initial licensure as a nursing home administrator. Subjects were asked to rank these ten key items as well as to indicate how much should be done to address each item. In addition to the ten items included in the instrument, subjects were also given an opportunity to identify one additional specific concern in long term care. These comments were assembled and presented in the final report. Respondents gave an overall rating to the quality of care in nursing homes at 5.37 on a ten point scale. Consumers ranked care with a low of 2.6, while administrators recorded the highest rating of 6.8. The highest priority ranked item by the survey respondents was more sensitivity by staff to resident needs. The highest priority items were also grouped as structural, process, and educational needs, and analyzed with the following results. The structural item ranked highest in importance by the survey group was the requirement for improved nurse aide to resident ratio. The highest priority ranked process item was more sensitivity by staff to resident needs. Two educational needs emerged with highest priority rankings: the highest ranked was that of more geriatric nursing skills. Management training for all supervisors was ranked slightly lower. When the importance of the ranking of the ten items was contrasted with the desire to take action on each of the ten items, these same items appeared as the major four items to be addressed. The results varied when the rankings of the ten key items were analyzed by region of Texas or by position of the respondent. Consumers, regulators, and directors of nurses agreed that the highest priority of concern was the requirement for improved nurse aide to resident ratio. Owners and administrators believed the highest priority issue to be greater consistency in the survey process. An analysis of the highest ranked issues by region of Texas indicated that the east and west regions agreed that the highest ranked item was <b>more geriatric nursing skills; central and south regions of Texas rated <b>more sensitivity by staff to resident needs at the top rank; and the metropolitan areas of Texas indicated the requirement for improved nurse aide to resident ratio as the highest ranked item.
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Institute for Quality Improvement in Long Term Health Care. (1995). An analysis of a statewide survey and the assessment of needs within the long term care delivery system in the state of Texas. (IQILTHC Series Report 95-2).


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NEW YORK // Bernard Madoff, accused of an "unprecedented" US$50 billion (Dh183bn) financial swindle, was charged yesterday with 11 criminal counts that could put him in prison for the rest of his life. Mr Madoff, 70, a former Nasdaq stock market chairman and money manager accused of bilking investors worldwide, is expected to plead guilty on Thursday, his lawyer said in court. US prosecutors provided new details of the alleged fraud in court papers, saying Madoff's crime spree lasted from "at least" the 1980s.
"The charges reflect an extraordinary array of crimes committed by Bernard Madoff for over 20 years," the Acting US Attorney Lev Dassin in Manhattan said. "While the alleged crimes are not novel, the size and scope of Mr. Madoff's fraud are unprecedented." Mr Madoff was charged with securities fraud, mail fraud, wire fraud, three counts of money laundering, making false statements and perjury among other charges, according to the court documents. He faces up to 150 years imprisonment, according to sentencing guidelines.
Prosecutors said the investigation is continuing. No one else has been charged since Mr Madoff was arrested three months ago. The government said in court documents it wants Mr Madoff to forfeit all of the money and property that can be traced back to the alleged fraud - a sum it estimated at more than $170.8bn. Prosecutors did not say how they arrived at that figure. Mr Madoff's lawyers challenged the figure represented as proceeds of his purported crimes.
"We respectfully suggest that the amount of the government's forfeiture demand is grossly overstated, and misleading, even for a case of this magnitude," the lawyers wrote in a letter to the judge. It added that the purpose of the letter "is not to minimise Mr. Madoff's culpability". There is no plea agreement with Mr Madoff, who remains under house arrest. He returned to his Manhattan penthouse apartment after a court hearing where prosecutors announced expanded charges against him.
When defendants agree to plead guilty, they often reach a plea bargain, only admitting guilt on some of the charges in exchange for their co-operation. In this case, however, Madoff is expected to plead guilty to all 11 counts at his next court appearance on Thursday, his lawyer said. The government may then ask the judge to jail him until he is sentenced. Prosecutors have said Madoff confessed in December to running a massive Ponzi scheme - a fraud in which early investors are paid with the money of new clients.
The purported swindle operated for decades, offering amazingly consistent returns of between 10 per cent and 12 per cent, but collapsed in last year's market meltdown. In court papers, prosecutors contended Madoff hired numerous employees "with little or no prior pertinent training or experience in the securities industry" to communicate with his investment clients and "generate false and fraudulent documents".
They said Madoff's investment business had about 4,800 client accounts as of Nov 30 2008, and issued statements for that month reporting that client accounts held a total balance of about $64.8 billion. In reality, the company "held only a small fraction" of that balance for clients. *Reuters

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With Joker opening in theaters everywhere this weekend, the upcoming DC film has already broken records for advance ticket sales in October.
According to a press release from online movie ticketing site Fandango, Joker has dethroned last year's Venom and Halloween to become its biggest October pre-selling film of all time. Fandango conducted a poll of 1,000 audience members interested in the film, with 93% looking forward to Joaquin Phoenix's performance as the titular villain while 86% were interested in seeing a grittier, R-rated DC film. Another 83% of those polled were interested in additional DC origin stories on film.
"Joker is the most talked-about film of the season," Fandango Managing Editor Erik Davis said in a written statement. "Joaquin Phoenix delivers a memorably disturbing performance in a comic book origin story unlike anything you’ve ever seen."
Early reviews for the film have given it a fresh certification on review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, while CBR's own advance review of the film praised Phoenix's performance, yet also criticizing the overall story as "an empty vessel."
Directed by Todd Phillips, Joker stars Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, Bill Camp, Frances Conroy, Brett Cullen, Glenn Fleshler, Douglas Hodge, Marc Maron, Josh Pais and Shea Whigham. The film arrives in theaters Oct. 4.


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Presentation on theme: "Examine the biological, psychological and social origins of attraction. By Carmen C."— Presentation transcript:
Examine the biological, psychological and social origins of attraction. By Carmen C.
Biological factors We fall in love because of the hormones and neurotransmitters reacting in different ways. Fischer (2004) argues that the “symptoms” exhibited in human romantic passion indicate that dopamine, adrenaline, and serotonin all play an important role in the biological factor of understanding love. A study done by Marazziti in 1999 studied 20 men and woman who were in love for at lest 6 months, 20 other participants who suffered from untreated obsessive compulsive disorder, and 20 other normal, healthy participants who were not in love. The study showed that there was a rise in Serotonin levels of those who were in love and were at the same level as those with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Cognitive Factors/ Psychological factors People often times see their partner as the same to themselves Markey et al. (2007) Investigated to see if similarity is a factor in which people use to help them choose a partner. Markey used a questionnaires and asked the participants to describe the psychological characteristics, values, and attitudes of their ideal romantic partner, then they were asked to describe themselves. They found that people do want to have a partner that is similar to themselves This shows that the phrase opposites attracted isn't always Accurate because of then time people look for a partner who can relate and connect with them on may different levels.
Socialcultural Factor The reason most people fall in love is because of the social cultural Factor. Because most people seem to fall in love with someone they can relate to by having similarity's or culturally. They at times will look for a partner with differences to find them more interesting and not loss interest, but they still take into consideration on the similarity's that he or she's shares with their partner. In a study done by Gupta and Singh (1992) they found that people in an arrange marriage had a longer lasting relation ship then thoughts would have just married for love. The biological and cognitive factors in love mostly just show how you react to love and how you are around someone, by Social cognitive factors show you why you love someone and why you want to be with that person, because they make you happy, or feel special, or you feel a connection to them, or all of the above.

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Security Holes: President Barack Obama said a "systemic failure" in security allowed a suspect in the attempted Christmas Day bombing of a Detroit-bound airliner onto the plane. Read The New York Times story here. Meanwhile, the Times reports, the Detroit incident has revived a debate over whether full-body scanning would violate privacy rights.
Cobell Deadline Extended: The federal government and lawyers for the plaintiffs late Tuesday agreed to extend the deadline to finalize a $1.41 billion settlement in long-running Indian trust litigation until Feb. 28. Read a BLT post on the deadline extension here.
Palin Custody Battle: An Alaska judge denied a request by former vice-presidential candidate and Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's daughter, Bristol Palin, to keep the legal proceedings in her custody dispute closed, the Associated Press reports (via washingtonpost.com).
Big Payday: AIG's departing general counsel will receive millions of dollars in severance, The Wall Street Journal reports. Anastasia Kelly will receive the payments even though the company, which received a public bailout, is probing some of her actions in a pay dispute. Meanwhile, a Washington Post story shows that some AIG executives had doubts about the performance of the company's financial products unit long before the government takeover.
New Year, New Laws: Meanwhile, new laws take effect in the Washington metro area on Friday, the Post reports, including a surtax on shopping bags in the District.
Open Secrets: Information cannot remain classified forever, President Obama said Tuesday, urging agencies to try harder to make information public, according to The New York Times.

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- A gorgeous tribute to Margaret Wise Brown's songs
- Book illustrated by award-winning illustrators
- Accompanying CD includes songs recorded by Tom Proutt and Emily Gary
- Makes a great gift for little ones
This gorgeous collection is not only a celebration of the four rich seasons, but is also a celebration of Margaret Wise Brown's iconic work. Published in her honor, this book brings together a dozen songs written by Brown with stunning illustrations by twelve award-winning illustrators such as Peter Brown, Floyd Cooper, and Satoe Tone. Each song is brought to life by a rich, whimsical picture, reminding children to celebrate the joys of nature and the outdoors all year long. The accompanying CD includes Brown's lyrics set to music and performed by Tom Proutt and Emily Gary, with each more beautifully composed and magical than the last. Little ones will delight in Brown's poetry and this collection is sure to be a treasure in your family for years to come.
For ages 3 and up.
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More than 600,000 deer hunters embraced the excitement of another nine-day gun deer season in Wisconsin, and preliminary numbers show an increase in both deer registration numbers and license sales through the end of the nine-day season.
With the end of another Wisconsin nine-day gun deer season, Gov. Scott Walker and Stepp have shared a video message with hunters and their families.
“I would like to thank each and every hunter for another great nine-day deer hunt – we at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources rely upon your feedback and support,” said DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp. “I’ve heard some great stories from the field so far, and I want to remind hunters that opportunities remain to continue your hunt and enjoy more time with family and friends.”
Preliminary harvest summary
This year’s preliminary nine-day gun deer hunt registration figures indicate a total of 201,812 deer killed during the nine-day season, compared to 199,583 in 2014. Since this is the first year using the GameReg system, department staff are verifying this preliminary data to make sure it is correct. It is possible that this number may change slightly following additional evaluation.
“I’m pleased to see an increase in deer harvest numbers from last year,” said Bob Nack, DNR big game section chief. “Hunters experienced varying levels of success throughout the state and had an enjoyable time with family and friends.”
In 2015, preliminary nine-day harvest numbers were collected through the GameReg system. Hunters were required to register their deer by 5 p.m. the day after harvest, as opposed to 5 p.m. the day after the nine-day season closed in years past.
DNR customer service staff received positive feedback from hunters throughout the nine-day season as they learned to use the new system. Hunters who forgot to register their deer are required to do so, even if beyond the 5 p.m. daily deadline.
For more information, search keywords “electronic registration.”
2015 license sales
In 2015, 612,377 gun deer licenses were sold through the end of the nine-day gun deer season, compared to 608,711 in 2014. In total, 849,778 gun, archery and crossbow licenses (not including upgrades) licenses have been sold through the end of the nine-day gun deer season, compared to 835,583 (not including upgrades) in 2014.
Through the end of the nine-day season, 23,870 first-time hunters (or those who have not hunted in the last 10 years) have taken advantage of the first-time gun deer buyer license, compared to 17,644 archery hunters. Deer license and tag sales will continue throughout the remaining hunting seasons.
This year’s muzzleloader season is open through Dec. 9, and the late archery season is open through Jan. 3, 2016. A four-day antlerless-only hunt will take place Dec. 10-13 – any legal firearm, crossbow or archery equipment may be used during this hunt. The holiday hunt will not be offered in 2015.
The gun deer season will remain open through Dec. 9 in metro sub-units, while archery hunting in these areas is open through Jan. 31.


Police officers and officials held in Caquetá, Colombia are released | News
The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, confirmed this Friday that the police officers and officials of the Emerald Energy oil company who were detained during the protest of peasant communities in San Vicente del Caguan, department of Caquetá (south) were released.
Two dead reported in peasant protest in southern Colombia
The president reported that thanks to the efforts of the Minister of Defense, Iván Velásquez Gómez, as well as the Minister of the Interior, Alfonso Prada, "the release of all police personnel and oil company officials who were held for peasants in San Vicente del Caguan".
In addition, the head of state asserted that he will personally dialogue with the peasants about their needs, complaints and claims.
For its part, the Colombian Ombudsman's Office indicated, through its account on the social network Twitter, that they mediated to reach an agreement between the Government and the peasant communities, which allowed the release of 78 police officers and six workers from the oil.
“We appreciate that the parties have advanced a dialogue that would allow an end to the tension generated by the confrontation between the peasant communities and the public force, which left the sad balance of a police officer and a peasant dead, but that will allow the dialogues to be resumed. between the parties to seek substantive solutions to the complex social and economic situation of the communities in the region”, said the Ombudsman, Carlos Camargo Assis.
In turn, the correspondent for teleSUR in Colombia, Hernán Tobar, explained that the situation occurred after peasants from the San Vicente del Caguan region, who had been protesting for several days in front of the oil company to demand financial resources for the development of the region, to repair the damage caused, had a confrontation with the police.
"There was an escalation of the confrontations with the police, the Mobile Anti-Riot Squad (Esmad), which was on guard duty and was present guarding this oil company," he explained.
- Allow me to introduce myself. I am Nathan Rivera, a dedicated journalist who has had the privilege of writing for the online newspaper Today90. My journey in the world of journalism has been a testament to the power of dedication, integrity, and passion.
My story began with a relentless thirst for knowledge and an innate curiosity about the events shaping our world. I graduated with honors in Investigative Journalism from a renowned university, laying the foundation for what would become a fulfilling career in the field.
What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth. I refuse to settle for superficial answers or preconceived narratives. Instead, I constantly challenge the status quo, delving deep into complex issues to reveal the reality beneath the surface. My dedication to investigative journalism has uncovered numerous scandals and shed light on issues others might prefer to ignore.
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Throughout my career, I have been honored with numerous awards and recognitions for my outstanding work in journalism. My investigations have changed policies, exposed corruption, and given a voice to those who had none. My commitment to truth and justice makes me a beacon of hope in a world where misinformation often prevails.
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LANSING, Mich. — Showers and a few storms are looking likely this evening, some of which could be on the strong side. The arrival looks to be around 9pm moving from northwest to southeast. Gusty winds are possible with these storms along with small hail, heavy rain, and lightning and thunder. They'll move out and we dry out overnight as temperatures drop into the upper 50s. Sunshine returns for your Friday with highs in the middle 70s. The chance for rain returns later Saturday into early Sunday, but the chances aren't great. The rain should stay mainly to our south, but some light rain is possible for us.
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We were at Easington and heard about this bird, so had to take a look as its another lifer for us both, a very elusive bird, took many average shots but somehow managed this one !
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Bangalore:Â âWe have had no complaints regarding cases of sexual harassment reported by women,â said D Roopa, DIG, Economic Offences Wing, Karnataka at the âZero Tolerance to Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplaceâ workshop organised by the Karnataka Employees Association in the city on Wednesday.
As for the âSexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013â, she said that even though women do get harassed at their workplaces or outside the offices, her team has not received any complaints in this regard. "Even before and after the Act came into force, I have not come across even one woman approaching the police," Roopa said.
She feels that there can be many reasons for this. Unfortunately in many cases it involves employers and hence few women gather courage to complain. Another reason is that in most of these cases there is no proof.
She further stressed that âIt is a mandatory Act and every organisation should form Internal Complaints Committee and it should be informed of sexual harassment cases." Hence any unwelcome gesture with sexual undertones can be and should be brought to the notice of the committee without any fear, she added.
She, however, she felt there can be room for subjectivity. âIt can have subjective interpretation. What may be harassment to one woman may not be so in case of other,â Roopa said....

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Tripp Kester, a sheriff's deputy in North Carolina's Davidson County, channeled the civic sentiment of many American patriots this week at a meeting of his county's board of commissioners, which voted unanimously to adopt Second Amendment "sanctuary county" status.
In neighboring Virginia, Democrat lawmakers are touting sweeping gun control proposals that could create a constitutional crisis. The Democrat-controlled Virginia Senate passed three gun control bills Thursday which ban multiple gun purchases per month, mandate background checks for private gun sales, and compel local government gun bans for public events. Though Democrats decided not to press forward with a proposed assault rifle transfer ban, Democrat governor Ralph Northam issued an executive order banning guns at a Jan. 20 Second Amendment rally in Richmond and is expected to sign the new Senate gun control bills into law if they pass the Democrat-controlled General Assembly.
The Virginia Democrats' increasingly radicalized plans leave patriots scrambling for solutions. That patriotic movement has clearly spread to North Carolina, where Democrat Roy Cooper reigns as governor.

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How’s these bizzarro collages! And how rad that there is an entire international exhibition dedicated to their weird and wonderfulness? Quite rad, I say. Check out more here.
It’s a group exhibition that takes place in Madrid. Here’s some background info on the history of collage from their site which I found interesting…
*Interesting enough for me to make the effort to translate (why yes, I do speak Madridian, actually), which is why the text might seem a bit wonky. I adjusted it a bit for clarity.
“In 1912, Picasso and George Braque decided to cut and paste pieces of paper for newspapers, magazines, fabrics and other materials to directly capture reality in his paintings, rather than copy it and distort it. At that time everything seemed a mere coincidence, an anecdote that nobody knew if it would survive the passage of the avant-garde, the passage of the art. Principles of the 1990s, artists such as Kara Walker, Greg Lamarche and Eduardo Recife, working with the Internet, with all the material that the digital age has become accessible to all. The main tools are still the same, scissors, glue and paper virtually, and now the material is infinite and always available. The Collage is already a very consolidated artistic technique within the discourse of contemporary art.”


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Residents from the San Francisco Bay area are bolting from the region.
The rate of people leaving the area is the most in the country.
High housing costs and crime are reasons for the high departure rate.
A U-Haul rental moving company in San Jose reports a high demand for one-way rentals.
One individual, Carole Dabak, is leaving because of the local politics including California being a sanctuary state.
Dabak cites crowding, crime and politics as the reasons for her own exodus.
“We don’t like it here anymore. You know, we don’t like this sanctuary state status and just the politics,” she said.
She plans to sell her home for about $1 million, buy a much larger place near Nashville for less than half that and retire closer to family and friends.


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Bold splashes of color bring a heightened beauty to natural surroundings in this set of three paintings on canvas. Saturated shades of emerald green, purple and copper radiate over the black and white landscape print, filling each frame with vivid hues, from the valley treetops to the snow-capped mountain peak. Surrounded by a charcoal gray frame, the brilliant colors in this bold triptych art piece offer an enhanced experience of the great outdoors and add an instant focal point to a dramatic foyer or feature wall.
- Hanging Direction: Vertical
- Frame Material: Plastic
- Frame Color: Charcoal Grey
- Frame Width: 0.7
- Frame Depth: 2
- Hanging Hardware Included: Yes
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Breaking Through the Noise: Using Influencers to Mainstream Conservation
To be conservation-minded should be the norm, but it’s not. Protecting our planet should be a mainstream message, but it’s not. When we try to figure out why it isn’t, we’ve got to look at what is. Pop culture news, celebrities, and influencers take up prime real estate in the news and social media we consume daily — everything from what their newborn’s name is, to where they shop and what they’re wearing — these things make headlines and it can feel daunting to attempt to break through it all. Instead of working against pop culture to get our message out, why not work with it?
Arnelle will discuss using the voices and the platforms of celebrities and social influencers to reach new audiences that conservation has never reached before. Pairing influencers with strategic content marketing and applying that within the conservation realm, we open up the dialogue to a much broader audience.
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New York City is made up of five boroughs: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. Each one has enough attractionsâ€”and enough personalityâ€”to be a city all its own. Learn more about them with this guide.
In October 2011, CMA opened this 10,000 square-foot museum and hands-on art-making space on Charlton Street in Hudson Square. Immersed in the creative context of professionally curated exhibitions and inspired by the museum’s international collection of children’s art, more young artists now have access to more art making, more often, and with the best tools available.


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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The American Red Cross of Central and Western Oklahoma is sending several volunteers to Colorado to help out with flooding relief efforts.
The group said Saturday that volunteers are deploying from the Norman area, Duncan and Enid. The region will also send an emergency response vehicle to Colorado.
By air and by land, the rescue of Coloradoans stranded by epic mountain flooding accelerated Saturday as debris-filled rivers became muddy seas that extended into towns and farms miles from the Rockies.
Helicopters and hundreds of National Guard troops searched miles of mountainous terrain for people as food and water supplies ran low in remote communities cut off since Thursday. Thousands were being driven from their homes in convoys.


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On Friday, April 12, her birthday, Laura and I took an enameling class at the River Arts District in Asheville, NC.This is Laura’s:This is mine:
When the class was over, we wandered through that part of the district (it’s a big place!) and then drove to Fresh West, a wood-fired pizza place.
These colorful shops were more studios.I wish I’d gotten a photo of their oven. It was a huge black mound encrusted with glass and tile mosaics. I’ll have to go back. This has nothing to do with it!
On Saturday, we left out early to visit the Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild in Arden, NC, not far from Asheville.


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This may seem like a dumb question, but I can't seem to figure it out. I'm trying to measure the total height of a structure I designed (from the floor of the first floor to the tip of the roof). The CAD tools are helpful for taking 2D measurements (width and depth), and I can see height information for rooms in the room specification box, but I don't see any tool that tells me the total height of the structure, including the roof.
Can anyone point me in the right direction on this one? Driving me crazy, as I am working with some vertical restrictions.
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Using CAD to draw a line that is roughly 10" long I will get a dimension of 10 109/128 in the line specification box. I have changed what I know in preferences and default>cad, but still no difference. The smallest measurement I would like is a 1/16" of an inch. I have attached my file.


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Finland Student Visa
Finland Student Visa
Finland Student Visa
You may not need a residence permit if you’re a citizen of a country that has an agreement with Finland which allows you to study in Finland without first obtaining a residence permit. These countries include:
- European Union member states, San Marino, and the Vatican City State.
- Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.
Finland Student Visa Application
You need to submit the following documents for Finland student visa application:
- Visa application form. The visa application form can be completed online or downloaded from the website of the Finnish Immigration Service Migri.
- Two passport-sized photos.
- Proof of financial support (for example, a bank statement). You should also show that you have enough funds to cover your return trip home along with the tuition and living expenses required in Finland.
To study in Finland as an international student, you’ll need to prove your proficiency in English by taking either a TOEFL or IELTS exam. You’ll also need to provide proof of health insurance and acceptance at a Finnish university. If you’re over age 17, you may be required to undergo medical examination prior to obtaining your visa.
Application Fee and Payment Method
The visa application processing fee must be paid prior to scheduling an appointment at the Consulate General.
There are two methods of payment:
Payment by Visa or Mastercard credit cards in US$ or Euro.
For more information, click [here.](https://www.vfsglobal.com/finland/usa/student-visa/)
Please note that payments made with a credit card can only be refunded if the visa is denied by Finland! The Finnish VFS Global service centers cannot issue any refunds for payments made with a credit card. If you wish to cancel your appointment, you will need to reapply and re-pay the application processing fee when you reschedule your appointment date.
- The payment must be received by either wire transfer or cashier’s check in U.S.$ drawn on a bank located in the United States, payable to Embassy of Finland at 444 East 78th Street, New York, NY 10075 before your visa interview can be scheduled.(Note! Payments from persons residing outside of the USA should contact their nearest Finnish Embassy or Consulate for further instructions.) At the time of your visa interview you will need to provide a copy of the bank transfer receipt and a personal check for $4 made out to Embassy of Finland for return postage; please note that this is not refundable if your application is denied by Finland!
- Applicants may also choose to pay in Euros (€). Payment may be made using an international money order payable to Embassy of Finland in New York (444 E 78th Street, NY 10075), personal check drawn on a bank located within Europe and denominated in Euros (€) payable to “Embassy of Finland”, cashier’s check denominated in Euro checks drawn on “Wells Fargo Bank” payable to “VFS Service Fee Account”. All payments must indicate applicant’s name and date of birth behind each respective
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The duration of the stay in Finland will be determined by the duration of your course. You may apply for an extension to your stay if you wish to remain in Finland to study for a longer period of time.
Extension For Short Term Visa If you are studying a short term course that is less than 90 days, you may apply for an extension of your visa from the Finnish Immigration Service. The application must be filled with relevant supporting documents and submitted at least two months before your present visa expires. The extensions are usually granted only in cases where there has been some exceptional circumstances and delays during your studies which caused the delay in completion of your course within 90 days. Extensions can also be applied on humanitarian grounds like medical emergencies or illness and death within family, etc.
Extension For Residence Permit If you have been granted a residence permit because you are pursuing a long term program that is more than 3 months long, then you may apply for an extension if needed; however, it requires that details regarding how long you intend to live in Finland will have to be provided along with relevant supporting documents at the time of application itself.
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You may work full time during holidays. However, you will only be allowed to work part-time as a student during the academic year, with a maximum period of 25 hours per week. Your spouse/ registered partnership can also apply for a residence permit for Finland based on your student status.
Your dependent children can accompany you to Finland but they will not be allowed to work in the country and will need separate permits for that purpose.
The following language requirements apply:
- If you intend to study in English, you must have sufficient proficiency in the English language.
- If you intend to study in Finnish, you must have sufficient proficiency in the Finnish language.
- If you intend to study in Swedish, you must have sufficient proficiency in the Swedish language.
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@crimeatx is a crime watch Twitter feed that promotes crime prevention and public safety awareness in our area. It was established by the Central Austin CDC in January 2012 to help inform and prepare the community in the immediate aftermath of the New Year's Eve attacks and the murder of Esme Barrera. The feed is mirrored on the Facebook page CentralAustinCDC.
Between Christmas Eve 2011 and the early hours of New Year's Day 2012, several young women in our community became victims of a sexual predator. A string of violent attacks in the Heritage and North University neighborhoods left one member of our community, Esme Barrera, dead in her own home. Read more...
These crimes occurred during the holiday break, a time of year when many of the University of Texas area's residents are out of town. The community was deeply shaken by news of the murder and attacks, and with the suspect thought still at large, it remained on edge through the month of January. As news spread, the half-empty campus neighborhoods soon realized that looking out for one another was more difficult. Neighbor-to-neighbor connections were broken by holiday travel. As UT students returned by the thousands, many learned for the first time that a serial predator had been operating freely in their area.
The community came together within hours after the murder. Volunteers, police officers, and friends of Esme and the other victims saturated Central Austin with thousands of flyers containing a composite sketch of the suspect. The flyers were placed on utility poles and store windows throughout the city and distributed to hundreds of nearby homes. In the days that followed, there were vigils and marches, some planned, some spontaneous, to grieve for the victims and to proclaim that these heinous acts would not be tolerated here. Two large community meetings were held at First English Lutheran Church on 30th Street with hundreds attending. Social and traditional media played a defining role in informing the public of the developments of the case on an hourly basis.
At a news conference on January 26th, James Loren Brown was first identified as the prime suspect in Esme Barrera's murder. It was determined that one of the wanted flyers had been affixed to the suspect's own door. Having nowhere to hide, the prime suspect James Loren Brown committed suicide in his apartment on January 5th. A copy of that flyer bearing his own image was found inside his apartment. APD Chief Art Acevedo said, "The pressure that community placed on that suspect was huge."
On December 20, 2012, the Austin Police Department officially closed the case on Esme Barrera's murder bringing closure to her friends, to her family and to her neighbors. Their findings confirmed that James Loren Brown was responsible for her killing. Brown lived less than 2 blocks away from the murder scene, in a second floor apartment overlooking a pedestrian crosswalk. Two of the victims would have used that crosswalk minutes before the attacks on their way home on the night of the killing. Forensic analysis on a bloody shoe print at the murder scene, and with the fact that the suspect was deceased, enabled the case to be formally closed. James Loren Brown was also connected by DNA to several other attacks in Central Austin, East Austin, and earlier attacks in the summer of 2011 in South Austin.
Communities that organize around a common purpose can achieve remarkable outcomes and become stronger in the process. That strength can be Esme Barrera's legacy. We hope it provides comfort to her friends, the families, and to the courageous young women who survived these senseless attacks. Collapse section...
Crime Search is a Silverlight-based web application for viewing crime reports. Searches can be narrowed to your geographic area, a radius around any address in the city, an offense type, or date range.
Our community is a very densely populated and vibrant urban area. It is home to thousands of students and workers affiliated with the University of Texas. In one survey, we measured graffiti density in commercial areas at over 26,000 tags per square mile. While often not victimizing the resident directly, graffiti is an inviting element and precursor for other crime. Graffiti sends a powerful signal to criminals of other offenses that this area does not care about its own, and is open for business.
CACDC is currently working with other agencies to reduce graffiti on a large scale by initiating and fostering an interagency approach for the prevention of graffiti through deterrence.
Students belong to a protected class as defined in the City of Austin’s code of ordinances. The student population is particularly vulnerable to property and violent crime. Many lack an awareness of their neighbors and surroundings due to the transient nature of their tenancy, new independence, and their busy lifestyles. Graffiti erodes the security environment of this community. Our work seeks to build bridges between the students and the established residents. It has been our observation that the best way to do that is to get people working together.
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I guess that was the first major part of what he wanted. September 23, at 4:
For the most part, I've been satisfied with the broad applicability of the statement seen above, but now that I've read Scott's most famous work, I'm glad that I hedged my bets somewhat with the statement about "exceptions. For most of the novel, Scott arranges events that lead the reader to expect a major fight-scene at the novel's climax, between the title character and the principal villain, the Templar Knight Bois-Guilbert.
It's established that the two of them previously clashed, with Ivanhoe coming out the victor. Their quarrel is not specified, but given that much of the story concerns the cultural tensions between English Saxons like Ivanhoe, and their Norman, French-speaking overlords, like Bois-Guilbert, it stands to reason that the knights probably quarreled for cultural reasons.
Scott knows that by novel's end the truculent Saxons will be relatively placated when the righteous Norman Richard the Lion-Hearted ousts his bad Norman brother John. But even with that foreknowledge, Scott gives the reader every reason to want to see another "bad Norman," Bois-Guilbert, bested in direct combat.
Further, the two men are indirectly romantic rivals. Bois-Guilbert falls in love with the lovely Jewess Rebecca, and after taking her and her father prisoner for purposes of ransom, Bois-Guilbert is even willing to sacrifice his position with the Templars if Rebecca becomes his willing consort.
However, Rebecca has conceived a "forbidden love" for Ivanhoe, though he is engaged to another woman, one of Christian upbringing. Ivanhoe's first encounter with Rebecca is marked by attraction on his part as well, but unlike Bois-Guilbert, Ivanhoe represses that attraction, obedient to the cultural laws forbidding intermarriage between Jews and Christians.
This is probably one reason a lot of readers don't like Ivanhoe, for not flouting those laws, though admittedly he's already defied his father earlier, by opposing that noble's intention to make a political marriage for Rowena.
But later events oblige Ivanhoe to play the knightly rescuer to this "forbidden fruit. She can save herself only if a champion fights on her behalf, and Bois-Guilbert is assigned to oppose any champion she may summon.
At this point Rebecca has once again rejected him, but he's still in love with her, and he tells himself that as long as he doesn't actually have to fight an opponent, her murder will be the fault of the Grand Templar. Then, Ivanhoe appears, and the two square off for a joust.
The reader expects that Ivanhoe, even though he's taken wounds in a previous battle, will call upon inner reserves of strength and best his formidable enemy anyway. But that's not how Scott handles things.
The trumpets sounded, and the knights charged each other in full career. The wearied horse of Ivanhoe, and its no less exhausted rider, went down, as all had expected, before the well-aimed lance and vigorous steed of the Templar. This issue of the combat all had foreseen; but although the spear of Ivanhoe did but, in comparison, touch the shield of Bois-Guilbert, that champion, to the astonishment of all who beheld it reeled in his saddle, lost his stirrups, and fell in the lists.
Ivanhoe, extricating himself from his fallen horse, was soon on foot, hastening to mend his fortune with his sword; but his antagonist arose not.
Bois-Guilbert returned no answer. We allow him vanquished. His eyes were closed—the dark red flush was still on his brow.A Scientologist’s Take on The Master.
Posted on September 23, by Mark C. Rathbun and thus the opportunity to fully appreciate L. Ron Hubbard the man and their own religion. If there is any fault in the film, it will be the one corporate Scientologists can hang their misguided criticisms on. My wife and I just did our own PT. The film won Prince an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score – 20Ten and Welcome 2 Tours.
In January , Prince wrote a new song, "Purple and Gold", In return, Warner gave Prince ownership of the master recordings of his Warner recordings. In February Prince began what was billed as his 'Hit N Run Part One' tour.
In The Master, Paul Thomas Anderson tells a big American story about two men who can't see past each other Paul Thomas Anderson's The Master. that he has screened the film for Tom Cruise; and so on. Everyone is not wrong.
But Scientology is one of those subjects the mere mention of which interrupts the flow of thought and .
Aug 21, · Anderson chose Scientology's roots as a template but it could be any religion — holy as Catholicism or secular as Star Trek — inspiring blind devotion for the master, Lancaster Dodd (Philip.
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Paul Thomas Anderson's untitled next film starts shooting soon, and the trickle of casting announcements is making it sound like a fantastic movie.

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Last weekend, Professor Marston and the Wonder Women, a drama about the creator of the famed comic-book character, became the latest mid-budget casualty. It was marketed on the back of its connection with Wonder Woman, one of the biggest hits of the year. It received a moderately wide release and got strong reviews, but its three-day box-office total was just $736,883—a flimsy average of $600 per theater, which essentially doomed any future chance of success. Critics and industry insiders alike have lamented for years the decline of modestly budgeted movies aimed at grownups, the sort of film that was once the backbone of Hollywood.
Professor Marston would likely have at least one sympathizer in Martin Scorsese, who recently wrote an op-ed for The Hollywood Reporter on how many good, artistic movies are struggling to find receptive audiences in this new era for the industry. “Box office is the undercurrent in almost all discussions of cinema, and frequently it’s more than just an undercurrent,” said the Academy Award-winning director, who also works tirelessly in the field of film preservation. Indeed, in most cases, a movie is judged a flop or a hit within the first few days of its release. Box-office prognosticators can predict a film’s final grosses almost immediately, and there’s very little chance for word-of-mouth to help build up hype, except in the cases of certain smaller independent works.
But then Scorsese turned to a more dubious, though quite popular, argument about how Hollywood has changed for the worse. “The brutal judgmentalism that has made opening-weekend grosses into a bloodthirsty spectator sport seems to have encouraged an even more brutal approach to film reviewing,” he said, going on to blame the likes of CinemaScore (which gives each major film a rating based on interviews with theatergoers) and Rotten Tomatoes for why interesting movies tank. As an example, Scorsese cites mother!, which was given a wide release in September and debuted to a disappointing $7.5 million, before quickly dropping off. Though reviews were generally positive, audience reaction was apparently universally negative enough to earn it an F CinemaScore, an extremely rare feat.


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AMD Awareness Month: 5 tips to take care of retinal health among elderly people
This AMD Awareness Month, experts share some tips to ensure better vision for the elderly.
AMD is a disease that is characterized by the loss of tissue in the macula causing distorted or blurred central vision. Through a comprehensive eye exam, your eye doctor can detect AMD and prescribe treatments that can slow its progression. Once diagnosed, it is important to adhere to treatment and maintain a healthy lifestyle which can help effectively manage the condition.
Dr.Manmath Das, Head of the Retina Department, KIIMS, Bhubaneswar, said “The burden of age-related retinal diseases like “age related macular degeneration” is increasing in India hence timely diagnosis and early detection is of utmost importance. In my practice I see 10%-15% of patients that seek help have already suffered severe retinal damage. It is important that we identify the signs and symptoms of eye disease at a very initial stage and seek professional help at the earliest. Regularly visiting an optometrist or ophthalmologist can prevent retinal damage, vision loss and blindness by detecting underlying conditions at early stage. It is important for patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle to effectively manage diabetes and to prevent diabetic related eye diseases.”
Eye diseases and vision related problems can occur at any age. However, such incidences are higher among the elderly people due to lack of awareness.AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration) specifically, is the leading cause of low vision in people over the age of 60.
Here are 5 simple tips that can help elderly people to maintain better eyesight:
Eat Healthy Foods: Diet plays a vital role in preserving retinal health. Consuming a diet rich in green leafy vegetables and fruits helps to maintain good eye-health. Walnuts, flaxseeds, fishes such as Cod, Salmo etc. are excellent sources of Omega-3 fatty acids that can preserve retinal health.
Regular Eye Checkup: The best thing to do to maintain good eye health is to have regular eye monitoring.A regular visit toyour ophthalmologist can help keep your eyes in check and also monitor if you are at an increased risk of certain eye diseases.Detecting a problem early can not only protect your vision but also help in preventing vision loss.
Adhere to the prescribed treatment: AMD can be effectively treated with drugs and laser therapy, and patients can use low vision aids for day-to-day use. Sticking to the prescribed schedule is the key to effective therapy outcomes!
Regular Exercise: Exercising regularly can help prevent conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, all of which can lead to chronic eye problems that can damage your vision. Exercise promotes healthy blood vessels in the eyes.
Always protect your eyes: It is important to protect your eyes from the UV rays. Exposure to sunlight increases the risk of age-related macular degeneration, and most people do not realize this until it’s too late. While buying sunglasses look for shades that block 99–100 percent of UVA and UVB radiation. Use UV coated sunglasses when you step out, or use glasses prescribed by a specialist if you are already seeking retinal or eye treatment.
AMD Awareness Monthmarks an opportunity to raise awareness of the growing, preventable burden of AMD and the importance of regular eye screenings especially amongst the elderly. This can drive timely care in the form of early diagnosis and disease management, so patients can avoid preventable blindness.


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For Release: April 23, 2009
New Computer Algorithm Helps Physicians Determine and Monitor Breast Density: Increased Breast Density is a Strong Predictor of Overall Breast Cancer Risk
A new computerized assessment has been developed that can help physicians objectively assess a patient’s breast density and monitor it over time to detect any alarming changes that may suggest cancer, according to a study evaluating this technology that was performed at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
A new computer algorithm assessment was developed that estimates mammographic breast density. Results obtained by the computer assessment were compared using three radiologists’ visual breast density ratings. “The computer ratings (average of four mammograms) yielded a strong correlation (.86) with the reader’s overall ratings suggesting that our algorithm correlated highly with the ratings of our human observers; although we noted that human observers tended to consistently underestimate overall breast density,” said Naomi Saenz, MD, lead author of the study.
“Breast density has been shown to be an important risk factor for breast cancer. It is evaluated visually and subjectively in current practice and we found that assessment of breast density can vary from one radiologist to the next. Our algorithm automatically segments the breast tissue from its background; removes the pectoral muscle; and then uses a region growing method to determine the borders of the areas of the breast that are dense and separates them from other breast tissue and fat. The percentage of tissue over the region of the breast that is identified and categorized as “dense”, excluding the pectoral muscle, is calculated and referred to as mammographic breast density,” she said.
“This method may help physicians give more objective and accurate recommendations on who will need further imaging or who might not; as well as reduce variability from one reader to the next. It could easily be implemented into a PACS or mammographic reading station so that the radiologist would have this information on hand while reading and dictating,” said Dr. Saenz.
This study will be presented at the 2009 ARRS Annual Meeting in Boston, MA, on Wednesday, April 29. For a copy of the full study, please contact Heather Curry via email at email@example.com.
The American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) was founded in 1900 and is the oldest radiology society in the United States. Its monthly journal, the American Journal of Roentgenology, began publication in 1906. Radiologists from all over the world attend the ARRS annual meeting to participate in instructional courses, scientific paper presentations and scientific and commercial exhibits related to the field of radiology. The Society is named after the first Nobel Laureate in Physics, Wilhelm Röentgen, who discovered the x-ray in 1895.
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Department for Work and Pensions written question – answered on 25th January 2018.
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, for what reasons work capability assessment reports are not released to claimants until a decision has been made on their claim; and if she will review this policy.
As part of the first Independent Review of the Work Capability Assessment, Professor Malcolm Harrington recommended a copy of the personalised summary of the assessment report was sent to every claimant.
Following a trial in 2011 evidence suggested a better approach would be to send claimants the Decision Makers justification. This approach was agreed with Professor Harrington and implementation commenced in December 2011. The implementation considered policy, operational and claimant’s requirements. As a result it was agreed that the Decision Maker’s justification will be shared in all adverse decisions, and only shared on request where entitlement has been awarded.
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“I don’t know how you’ve survived at the Bar this long,” Anthony said to Trish. “Caring for your clients to the point of derangement is bad enough; but to start fretting over the opposition.... ”Among the praise for A Poisoned Mind:
In spite of the barristers’ rule that any suitably qualified member of the Bar who is free to take an offered case must do so, QC Trish Maguire can’t quite understand how her head of chambers, Anthony Shelley, can accept a case defending the corrupt Clean World Waste Management company. So when the brilliant and cynical Anthony is nearly killed in an accident, Trish is faced with a painful dilemma: Does she take over the company’s defense, or threaten her hard-won career by refusing to appear in court against Angie Fortwell, the impoverished widow of a hard-working farmer? As Trish delves deeper into the case, she grows more and more troubled by a nagging thought: Was the explosion that killed Angie’s husband really an accident, or the result of sabotage?
With all this going on at work, the last thing Trish needs is the possibility of explosions at home. Yet she can’t simply walk away from Jay, the clever but damaged fourteen-year-old boy who has attached himself to her family---especially when his mother is found beaten and close to death.
A brilliant novel of crime and its consequences, A Poisoned Mind demonstrates the full range of Natasha Cooper’s emotional intelligence and storytelling powers.
“Simply gorgeous--a smart, complex, grown-up entertainment that rewards the reader on every page. Intricate in plotting, deft in characterization, [A Poisoned Mind] is one of the best legal thrillers I have ever read.”Read an excerpt from A Poisoned Mind, and learn more about the author and her work at Natasha Cooper's website.
--Laura Lippman, New York Times bestselling author of What the Dead Know
"A precise and unsentimental exploration of two sorts of sabotage - industrial and emotional - A Poisoned Mind is a well-paced and thought-provoking read, and a welcome addition to a series that grows more impressive with each book."
"This series has been consistently entertaining, with meticulously researched plots and lively characters, including the engaging heroine. This story is one of the best."
"Cooper is penetrating and amusing on the hierarchies of the legal world. She produces credible, contemporary plots and she cleverly notes current trends.... Her more subtle achievement, however, is to show how personal relationships affect organizations, businesses and professional groups as well as families. Several families are at the heart of this complex, enjoyable novel..... The vulnerability of the two teenagers and the weaknesses of all the adults are nicely caught. Anger in all its forms is shown as corrosive in this acute and rewarding thriller."
--Times Literary Supplement
A Poisoned Mind is the ninth Trish Maguire crime novel.
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Finally off the train
Arriving early in the morning and having time to kill, meant dragging my heavy suitcase up Tigran Mets looking for a cafe. One thing worth knowing - the train toilets are locked well before the train gets into the station. This means you will need to find the station toilets. I suspected this would involve steps so would have to hang on! This is when solo travelling can be tricky - having a companion means you can take turns looking after bags. Or possibly have a smaller, lighter bag, of course!
I knew that if the worst came to the worst, I was likely to get coffee at the Marriott on Republic Square. As predicted no cafes were open. At least the pavements were quiet and I could walk in the shade. I also got some cash on the way.
Breakfast at the Marriott
The Marriott was a welcome sight. I obviously prefer to support small local cafes but as none were open, needs must. After two coffees, a tasty creamy Bircher muesli and a welcome visit to their toilets, my next goal was to get a SIM card. There is a branch of Vivacell on Amiryan Street, on my route to the apartment. I just needed a sim to make local calls and to use as a hotspot when I’m out in they regions. The store is open 24 hours but I read reviews that there are long queues. Arriving early on a Saturday seemed a good time as I only had to wait a couple of minutes to be served.
My lovely apartment
As with most tech things, I had an issue with sending a text to the owner of the apartment, luckily, I could make calls so we arranged to meet near the Blue Mosque on Mashtots Avenue. Although I haven’t been to Yerevan in 7 years, I could orientate myself with no problems. On my last visit, my brother and I stayed in an apartment on Abovyan Street, close to the action. Central Yerevan is quite compact and easy to walk around so I knew where I was staying was still close to everything. My host met me and we walked round to the apartment which is behind the Blue Mosque. It’s at ground floor level - thank heavens - with just a few steps to access. Although small it is absolutely perfect for a solo traveller or a couple. The owner has thought of everything, and I have to say, bar a special apartment in Nicosia, this the nicest one I’ve stayed at. The decor and facilities provided are excellent. Loads of pots and pans, sugar, coffee, shampoo, nail polish remover etc. etc. You name it, it’s here. And spotlessly clean, too!
Removing the grime
First job was to have a shower and wash away the grime. After that, I put a wash on. Getting my clothes washed always makes me happy. Then it was time to get out and explore and get some lunch. I stopped for lunch at Melody near the Opera House and after that generally just wandered around to old familiar places. I bought some veg and cheese so that I could eat in. I was too tired to visit the Cascades, one of my favourite areas so decided to go back to the apartment to have a siesta before venturing out again. I read that there was a music event in Charles Aznavour Square so decided to head down there in the evening.
Aram MP3 was one of the artists appearing - for those who don’t watch Eurovision - he was Armenia’s entry in 2014 singing ‘Not Alone’. After a night of disrupted sleep, I knew I wouldn’t last very long. As predicted, by about 8pm I was feeling tired again so it was time to head back to my new home and sleep. Yerevan is pretty safe to walk around at night - the streets are full of people, particularly on a Saturday night.


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BELGRADE – Ambassador Michael D. Kirby celebrated Supreme Court Chief Justice Dragomir Milojević’s contribution in improving case processing efficiency and court management on Friday, June 13, 2014 in Belgrade at the Judicial Reform Honors Luncheon, organized by the USAID Separation of Powers Program (SPP).
Since 2009, the SPP has worked with the Higher Courts in Belgrade, Novi Pazar, and Subotica, and the Basic Courts in Čačak, Niš, Sremska Mitrovica, Subotica, Užice, Vranje, and Vršac, to streamline procedures and increase responsiveness. Those ten courts have achieved a dramatic 40% reduction in old cases, and an impressive 30% increase in case management efficiency.
At the end of 2013, out of the 3.4 million pending cases, more than half had been on hold for more than two years. Building on the success of its partner courts, and heeding the call of the National Judicial Reform Strategy, the Supreme Court of Cassation adopted the National Backlog Reduction Plan, which calls for an ambitious 80% reduction of all pending cases that are more than two years old by 2018.
“Helping strengthen Serbian democracy is one of our highest priorities at the Embassy, and your work in the judiciary is critical to that success: judicial independence, criminal justice reform, combating corruption, and improving the effectiveness, transparency, and accountability of government institutions are all vitally important,” said Ambassador Kirby.
Ambassador Kirby also praised the three courts that introduced the innovative technique of electronic filing – the Basic Courts in Subotica and Užice and the Commercial Court in Zaječar. The three courts are part of a pilot project initiated by the SPP to develop legal and secure electronic communication between courts and attorneys. These new solutions bring significant cost savings in printing and postage and improve service due to faster exchange of documents.
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Streetdance competition Dance Delight Vol. 1 comes to Singapore!
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If you have not seen it, you will not believe it.
The preliminary round of Singapore’s inaugural streetdance competition, Singapore Dance Delight Vol. 1 caught the eyes of many curious young people and busy shoppers—when catchy tunes filled the air, and fancy movements were performed on the stage just outside Ngee Ann City on Orchard Road.
Hundreds of supporters and the passers-by did not mind the squeeze on the breezy Saturday evening of March 27, just to catch a glimpse of the competition.
Produced by O School, Singapore Dance Delight Vol. 1 aims to be an international street dance competition that will drive talented street dancers to bring on their slickest dance moves to the battle. Always cutting edge and “out-of-the-box,” O School is one of Singapore’s leading dance schools and first to bring Dance Delight to Singapore.
For the past 16 years, Dance Delight has been streetdance’s most prominent event, gathering the best of street dancers from China, France, South Korea, Taiwan, the United States, and now Singapore, together to hone their skills. Based on the increasing popularity of street dance in the city-state, Singapore Dance Delight Vol. 1 is expected to take up speed amongst the youths and be identified as an official platform to recognise the island’s best street dancers.
“We are pretty excited to hold Singapore Dance Delight Vol. 1 as it provides a platform for our local dance talents to compete at an international level. O School spent 18 months planning for this competition. It is exciting to see this happen now,” said Kenny Low, founder of O School.
“Old or new” school hip hop, break dancing, popping-locking, soul, punking, just to name a few styles—the participants are free to express their personal style without restrictions in the genres. In other words, Singapore Dance Delight Vol. 1 pushes new boundaries, letting street dancers fully express themselves.
A total of 28 teams competed in the preliminary round. These contestants will have to form a group of two to eight dancers and choreograph a three minute routine. In the finals, the dance set will take up to five minutes. The judging criteria are technical abilities, showmanship, musicality, originality and professionalism.
Twenty teams have been short-listed for the final competition on April 18. The finalists are (in alphabetical order and in no order of merit):
1. Basic 5
2. Da’ Street Soulz
4. Epic Crew
5. Flair Nation
6. Funk Faction
7. Joyce & The Boys
8. Kokoba Crew
9. Ladies & Gentlemen
10. La Fuse
11. Look Behind!
13. One Cru
14. Raw Street Code
15. Real Chic
16. Real Image
17. Speed Limit
18. The Hardy Lockers
19. Pink Dollarz
The winning team in the finals will represent Singapore in Dance Delight Vol. 17 in Osaka, Japan this coming August.
City News catches up with three dance groups and uncovers their reasons for joining the competition:
“Singapore has very good street dancers and they are very competitive. We wanted to learn from them and that is why we have been coming to Singapore for dance competitions since 2008. We look forward to the finals and hope that our group will be selected to go for Dance Delight Vol. 17 in Japan.”
Kokoba Crew (Indonesia)
“Singapore’s dance scene has progressed in recent years, and we saw some good performances today. We have been a dance group for one and a half years now and are still experimenting with new dance grooves. We are excited to be here after spending a month practicing four days a week to perfect our dance set. We are confident our choreography is comparable to others.”
Joyce & The Boys (Singapore)
“We have been following Dance Delight series for four to five years now. It is inspiring to join this competition as we know it is held for the first time in Singapore. We love to dance and our approach is a fusion of styles—uniquely Singapore! We know that we are competing against strong teams here, but it is expected as this is a significant competition. Nevertheless, it is important to have fun and learn from others at the same time.”
Catch the finals of Singapore Dance Delight Vol. 1
Time: April 18 (Sunday), 7:30 p.m.
Venue: *SCAPE – The Warehouse, 113 Somerset Road.
Tickets are on sale at O School or via email at email@example.com or at www.dancedelight.sg.
Early bird tickets (before April 11) are at S$20, and thereafter, S$25.


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Fortnite is developed by Epic Games. It was launched on July 25, 2017. This is a game with the fighting feature in which players kill others while they have to save themselves from being killed. Red Cross that is an international welfare organization has collaborated with Fortnite developers and they have created a new feature in the game that is “save a life”. So now instead of killing the players would be saving the lives of others.
Liferun creative mode
The new mode is named “Liferun” in which the player will come to know four activities that Red Cross workers have already done in 80 countries of the world. And why Red Cross asked the Fortnite developers to add that feature because they believe the importance of games and their impact on the mind of people so through games people can be educated that the civilians suffer during the conflicts so we should try ourselves to be engaged in helping others.
The four features added in the game are to remove the land mines, building the essential infrastructure, help the people as soon as possible and care for the needs of people.
PAX South 2020
The Liferun feature was introduced at PAX South 2020. The famous players of the game like Lachlan, DrLupo and One-shot-Gurl were invited to demonstrate it for a huge amount of attendees of the event. After its launch up to 14 million users are using it currently.
The players get points for saving the lives and compete with each other for the same purpose. The game is redesigned by the gaming field’s top design makers.
Its developers are of the view that people have created an image of the hero who kills the enemies in war but we never at the other side of the picture in which there is another hero who is saving the lives. He is doing a great job and is a real hero but not understood as a hero so through this game the idea of the hero should be changed.
There is no specific task to complete in the Liferun and wouldn’t be rewarded for completing any mission.


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Quad-core Snapdragon S4 is firing up for laptop wars
(PhysOrg.com) -- Google is moving toward social; Facebook is moving to search; and now the chip kings are doing a similar dance into different territory. Intel is muscling in on smartphones and Qualcomm wants a big bite out of the laptop market. The news is that Qualcomm intends to place its quad-core Snapdragon S4 chips for Windows 8 laptops on the market later this year. Expectations are that, as Windows 8 launches in October, the Qualcomm chip laptops will be on board by the years end. News of the Qualcomm plan to make a dent in the laptop market was presented in PC Worlds exchange with Qualcomm senior vice president, Rob Chandhok.
In pacing this PC market push, Qualcomm already started shipping prototype Snapdragon-based Windows 8 machines to developers. The program combines a pre-release version of Windows on ARM with Snapdragon S4 test PCs. Qualcomm has become part of Microsofts Windows on ARM developer seeding program. The two companies are working on putting test PCs, SoC-loaded computers, in the hands of select developers, in an invitation-only program. The developers can test and optimize applications for Snapdragon-powered Windows on ARM PCs.
Qualcomm's Windows move will serve its intention to bite into Intel market share in the PC and tablet category. The Qualcomm selling point is that the Snapdragon S4 chip, with its 28nm architecture, will pave the way for vendors to issue skinny, light, powerful, yet power-efficient, laptops, head to head with Intel ultrabooks.
Chandhok is also playing on the advantages of Snapdragon-based Windows 8 machines as very light. He seemed to be suggesting they will be surprisingly light. "We think much lighter than what Intel calls an ultrabook," Chandhok said in the report. He noted that having a powerful Snapdragon chip with four CPU cores and multiple graphics cores will really enhance Windows 8 devices for applications such as games.
Those outside Qualcomm are prepared to wait and see to what extent Snapdragon on Windows 8 will boost the companys standing in ultrabook PCs, especially as to if and how Snapdragon S4 chips for Windows 8 laptops will outperform competing products with Intel on board.
Until now, Qualcomm has been known as a manufacturer of chips for smartphones and tablets. They will be going up against competition not only from Intel but also from Nvidia and Texas Instruments. As several observers note, consumers can expect to have interesting choices in ultra-thin laptops as a result.
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Spanish shipbuilder Aister designed and built two very capable oil spill response boats for the Panama Canal Authority (ACP). This is a real “feather in the cap” for Aister, as the ACP, with its massive canal toll revenues, can easily afford the best.
These boats are simple, strong and versatile, being able to do far more than just recovering oil spills. They have been designed and equipped to operate in the very trying equatorial jungle conditions of the canal’s environment.
“These are super compact waste collection boats,” Aister told Baird Maritime. “They offer a large waste storage capacity in a boat of a really reduced length. This length allows for better manoeuvrability in shallow waters where other waste collection vessels cannot reach.”
The builder added that the boats include the latest skimmer technology from popular manufacturer Lamor, and that the vessels themselves have been designed to offer their crews the greatest comfort in their operations, both in the cabin and on deck.
“We had to prepare the engineering in the engine room in great detail to be able to install all the equipment in such a narrow space,” said Aister, commenting on the main challenges it encountered during construction. “This was due to the rest of the vessel being dedicated to optimising the collection tanks.”
The company said it is also aware of the growing impact of environmental regulations, particularly CO2 emissions. As a result, it has begun working on boats with hybrid electric systems as well as other types of CO2-free propulsion.
The year 2021 was a fruitful one for Aister, which claimed that strong support by management has benefited shipbuilding activities and allowed the company to secure a number of key contracts that ensured work through to 2022.
“Our forecasts for the next three years are very optimistic,” the company told Baird Maritime. “We are hence positioning ourselves in the market as one of the major players with regards to aluminium workboats, hybrid electric boats, super high-speed craft, and the willingness to incorporate innovation.”
When asked about the current and future state of the marine pollution control industry, Aister indicated rising trends in the areas of hybrid electric propulsion and autonomous operations. In anticipation of growing customer demand for hybrid electric cleanup vessels, the company will soon begin building a trio of such craft for operation in some Spanish ports.
“We are also collaborating with our partner GMV, which has built a 12-metre-long, pure electric boat that operates in the Port of Oslo.”
Aister added that being at the forefront of technology is the one aspect that characterises the Spanish workboat industry.
“As an example, we at Aister are now building the world’s first interceptor boats that can sail at 60-plus knots via waterjet propulsion.”
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If you’re considering investing in a livestock guardian dog there are some essential things to think about. Making an informed decision comes from asking questions, understanding your role, and having the ability to provide properly for your working dog. If your purchase was for a house pet you would give consideration to the size of the dog, how it fits into your household, and what your responsibilities to the dog are.
It’s no different when researching for a livestock guardian dog. Here are some common things that you should keep in mind when investing in a livestock guardian dog for your farm. Not just ANY dog is fit to be a LGD. There are breeds bred specifically for this purpose.
How Large Of An Area Do You Own?
Livestock guardian dogs will protect your animals beyond the pen, coop, or corral. Even if you have 10 acres fenced in your LGD may think it’s territorial boundary is beyond the fence. Know that the dog will roam to get to know the area it is protecting and it’s potential predators. LGD are usually large breed dogs and will require a good space to get adequate exercise while protecting your livestock.
What Type Of Livestock Will They Guard
A large variety of livestock can be protected by a livestock guardian dog. Some farmers raise chickens and use livestock guardian dogs to protect their hens, eggs, roosters, and brood houses. Cattle ranchers are known to have LGD’s and are able to rely on them to protect their stock while out to pasture, or housed in a cowshed. Your pigs, goats, sheep and other small farm animals can be better protected by having a livestock guardian dog. Understanding what you want them to protect will help you decide which breed is best for your farms investment.
Double Teaming Doubles Your Protection
If you have a large farm, or a vast amount of livestock you might consider purchasing two livestock guardian puppies. As they grow and learn from training and experience, they will develop a level of teamwork between themselves. They will often times take turns being on guard and alternate periods of rest and nourishment. Livestock guard dogs are self thinkers and can independently work out communication with your herd as well as with other working dogs you might have on your farm. Littermates that already have a bond can help to run your cattle more efficiently with a pair of protectors.
Do You Have Time and Patience For Proper Training
Your puppy will require time and patience while you train and socialize it. Bringing a new puppy home can be exciting but you must keep in mind the time it takes to train them properly and be willing to adequately give it to them. You will be introducing your puppy to many new and intimidating experiences. Being around the livestock might be frightening the first time around so you’ll want to start with smaller livestock, or with cows that are use to being directed by dogs. Some people start training their guardian dogs as early as 3 months old. You can expect ongoing training possibly up to the 2 year mark before you have a dog that perfectly carries out it’s duties. You will need to teach basic direction commands, a stop command, and a call back command to get your dog to return to you. If you’re not confident in training the dog yourself you alternatively could hire a trainer referred by your choice of breeder.
Good Breeding Makes A Huge Difference In Quality
Just like your livestock dogs are bred for specific reasons other than just making a profit from a sale. When thinking of quality in dog breeding think overall body structure of the dog, the characterics you’re looking for in regards to the dogs job role, and knowledge of related health concerns that may arise. Proof from the breeder of guardian dogs they’ve sold working in the capacity they were bred for is a good sign you’re working with a reliable breeder. There are some things you can ask and observe to make your decision to invest in a livestock guardian dog a great one.
When looking for a LGD breeder there are many things to consider than merely the price. Expect a well bred livestock guardian dog to be pricey, vetted, and a fine example of it’s breed and capabilities of functioning well as a trusted sentry for your livestock. It is wise to communicate with more than one breeder and to ask them for references from previous buyers. Follow up with the references to ensure overall health guarantees and possible training issues you might run into. Each dog has a unique personality just like humans, but asking questions about related dogs can give you a better idea of what your adult dog will be like.

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Sunday, 8 September 2019
Press Release: Guildford-Horsham-Shoreham Rail Reopenings Group, 2pm Saturday 7th September 2019 at the Unitarian Church Hall, adjacent to Bus Station, Worthing Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH121SL
09 September 2019
Guildford-Horsham-Shoreham Rail Reopenings Group, 2pm Saturday 7th September 2019 at the Unitarian Church Hall, adjacent to Bus Station, Worthing Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH121SL
Some 20 people attended the ERTA public meeting and most seemed supportive of the bid to progress the chances of rebuilding the former rail link between Guildford-Horsham and Shoreham with modest realignments where blockages may exist. Discussion centred on how to take it forward and the Executive Committee of the ERTA would be looking at the next steps. Clearly getting local authorities on board was crucial and them then seeking to pool time and talent to inform studies to work up the business and other cases. It all costs money and campaigners are tasked with planting ideas and pointing to the obvious merits in pursuit of the rebuild.
Spokesperson Richard Pill said after the meeting “People are rightly concerned that development across the location is going in without any new rail infrastructure. The impact of this deficit is to send more traffic to already congested roads fuelling demand for greater land take of road upgrading. What we need is for Westminster to support a rolling programme of railway reopenings and rebuilds to give people more choice of transport and enable more options for courting work and mobility for the benefit of all.”
Next meeting will be in Guildford on 5th October at a venue yet to be announced. Enquiries welcome.
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Further comment: Mr Richard Pill ERTA Media Spokesperson 01234 330090 / email@example.com
Location: Guildford, UK


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A knife-wielding man has killed four staff at police headquarters in Paris.
The attacker, who has not been named but is also said to be an employee there, was later shot dead by police.
There has been no official statement so far. Witnesses described people running everywhere, many in tears. The area in the île de la Cité – in the centre of Paris – has been sealed off.
The attack comes a day after police went on strike across France over increasing violence towards officers.
It happened at about 13:00 local time (11:00 GMT; 12:00 BST). The attacker is said to have gone into the building and straight to his office where he began attacking colleagues with a knife.
President Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Edouard Philippe and Interior Minister Christophe Castaner have all gone to the site.
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo confirmed on Twitter that “several people” had been killed in the attack, which took place near major tourist sites including the Notre-Dame cathedral.
Three men and one woman were killed in the attack, according to French broadcaster BFMTV. Media captionThe scene of the attack was quickly cordoned off by police
Another person was also reportedly wounded.
According to French media, the attacker was a 45-year-old man who had worked in an administrative capacity for the Paris police force for 20 years.
They said he had been working in the police force’s intelligence division.
There were tensions between the knifeman and his supervisor, according to police union official Christophe Crepin.
“I do not think this is a terrorist act,” Mr Crepin, who knew the attacker, told Franceinfo Radio.
BFMTV reports that he stabbed two people inside two offices, one person on a stairway and the fourth person inside the building’s courtyard – where the knifeman was shot dead.
“Police were running around in panic,” an eyewitness who was inside the courtyard at the time of the attack told Le Parisien newspaper.
“I was surprised to hear shooting because this is not a place where you hear that kind of thing. I first thought it was a suicide because there are a lot of those at the moment,” he added.
The attack follows a rare nationwide police strike on Wednesday, which saw thousands of officers demonstrating in Paris over working hours, shortages in resources and controversial pension reforms. Media captionFrench police get angry over working conditions and suicide rates
Police unions say there have been more than 50 suicides by police officers since the start of the year.
They blame the rising rates on difficult working conditions and increasing violence towards police. Bengbenronews.