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David Doubilet is the E. B. White of underwater photography: his work is so fine, so direct and so unadorned that it looks easy. Would-be emulators find themselves seized by admiration, envy, despair and, finally, outright awe.
In articles for National Geographic and other magazines, and in two previous books, Mr. Doubilet has established himself as one of the world's most eloquent celebrators of the marine environment. In PACIFIC: An Undersea Journey (Bulfinch/ Little, Brown, $50), Mr. Doubilet describes the Pacific Ocean, which covers almost half the globe, as "a great blue belly of our world . . . an ocean so vast that it makes islands out of continents."
It is not, as popular myth holds, an ocean only of waters warm and clear as gin, populated by rainbow reef fish and great predators. "It is an ocean ringed with cold water," he says, "with kelp forests and sea lions, squid and jellyfish," where "yellow-eyed penguins fly over dark sea bottoms and southern pigfish roll in surf that sweeps over sandy seabeds."
Mr. Doubilet's stunning pictures and lyrical prose cover the entire sweep of the Pacific, from Alaska in the north to New Zealand in the south, from the Galapagos Islands in the east to Palau in the west. There are breathtaking shots of the underwater graveyards of World War II, and portraits of creatures -- like the ghost pipefish of Suruga Bay in Japan and the Spanish-dancer nudibranch -- so exotic that a reader with a philosophical bent will be forced to contemplate the marvelous mischief in the mind of the Creator.
In the planet's oceans, as in its tropical rain forests, the most devastating predator is man. Even in the farthest reaches of the Pacific the balance of nature is threatened by development and overfishing, and countless species may become extinct before we are even aware of their existence. Mr. Doubilet does not preach; he shows. And his visual testimony to the treasures that may be lost is moving, exalting and saddening.
Divers will read Mr. Doubilet's book and be inspired; landlubbers may simply be amazed. Neither will be able to avoid the conclusion that when it comes to chronicling life in the oceans, nobody does it better.Continue reading the main story

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The pre-flight safety presentation is something most holidaymakers choose to ignore. The same lecture over and over about where the doors are located and how your life vest has a whistle for attention. Well, Southwest Airlines have gone above and beyond to ensure that passengers pay attention but also get entertained.
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When Marty picked up the microphone, fliers were stunned to find she had a lot more to say than they were expecting.
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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane (MBFF) will be hosted by Treasury Casino & Hotel and wows the River city on August 25-31.
Casting for runway models will be underway soon, with the local face of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane Adele Frost joining hundreds of other hopefuls excited to have the opportunity to work with our fabulous designers at this year’s prestigious event.
The 24 year old’s unique, quirky, yet sophisticated look was chosen for this year’s campaign, which has so far created a lot of interest.
Festival Director Lindsay Bennett said, “We have always had an extremely high calibre of professionals come forward to cast for the runway and we expect this year to be no exception.”
The casting will be held in July and professional modelling agencies will be invited to submit their best runway talent.
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NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 24 – A Chinese restaurant at the centre of a race row with African patrons has been temporarily shut down over defective licensing.
The restaurant in Nairobi’s Kilimani area was ordered shut by the Nairobi County Government on Tuesday afternoon.
“The owners of the restaurant have no change of user from residential to commercial which is a requirement to operate a business in Nairobi,” Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero said in a brief statement.
He further said the restaurant owners did not have a valid liquor license and have not complied with the public health requirements for food handling and testing “despite orders to do so within the specified period.”
He explained: “As of now the restaurant will remain closed until they comply with all set rules and regulations. We have deployed security officers around the premises.”
“I would also like to urge business holders to treat customers and clients fairly irrespective of race, tribe, religious affiliation, sex and colour,” Governor Kidero emphasised.
The restaurant has been in the news lately after African patrons were denied entry after 5pm.
The issue also came up in Parliament after Gem MP Jakoyo Midiwo asked the Speaker to allow a probe by the Parliamentary Committee on Security saying that the constitution outlaws such discrimination.
The committee on Administration and National Security chaired by Tiaty Member of Parliament Asman Kamama is also set to commence investigations revolving around the allegations.
Kenyans have also expressed anger over the discrimination on social media.
Two hashtags; #RacistRestaurant , #NoBlacksHere were trending on Tuesday after the story was aired on Monday night.
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@MikeSonko The reason i say Kenyans ni watu wazuri is because in places like Zanzibar..foreigners & racists humwagiwa acid almost daily #NoBlacksHere
@SingoeiJoylene Now that they constructed Thika Super Highway, will they also impose a no driving past 5pm for blacks on that road? #NoBlacksHere
?@SingoeiJoylene We’ve been yelling at ICC that we are a sovereign State yet Chinese have imposed a 5pm curfew for Kenyans in their land #RacistRestaurant
@Berndkush #RacistRestaurant why can’t we first sort our issues around tribalism…seeing the speck and not the log in your eyes.

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The Crime of the Century
March 04, 2015
One year after Russia's smash-and-grab, the world has all but conceded Crimea to Vladimir Putin.
Now That Russia Has Invaded Ukraine Again, Let's Stop Pretending a Ceasefire Ever Existed
November 12, 2014
The fighting has been raging for months.
Their Fears Are Coming True: People Are Disappearing in Crimea Now That Russia's in Charge
October 16, 2014
"We survived the communist times, Stalin, Lenin. We will survive this Putin too."
Finally, a Russian Jewish Novel Breaks Out of the Autobiographical Rut
September 19, 2014
New novel asks how the heroism of Soviet-era Jewish dissidents becomes a blueprint for political action for a new generation.
The Crimea campaign is an attempt by to find a new purpose for the state.
Kiev's Maidan Is Still Occupied, and It's Become a Darker, More Dangerous Place Lately
June 03, 2014
Life has also become more dangerous for the inhabitants of the square as pressure has mounted to clear the space.
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June 02, 2014
Избавление от коррумпированного президента Януковича досталось Украине высокой ценой, а победа Порошенко выглядит невероятной с точки зрения исторической перспективы.
Getting rid of the corrupt President Yanukovych has cost Ukraine dearly. And Poroshenko’s victory looks incredible from a historical perspective. Aside from political issues, challenges await Poroshenko in foreign policy and in defense, his direct responsibilities.
Putin and his propaganda machine have convinced the people of Donetsk that they're fighting for their lives, and suddenly he's lost interest in their fight.
Why is Ukraine's Army So Appallingly Bad?
May 09, 2014
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Filmmaker Karan Johar recently uploaded a video on Instagram giving a glimpse into the starry party happened at his residence the other day. Now, Akali Dal MLA Manjinder S Sirsa has taken to Twitter to accuse Karan and other celebrities present at the party of ‘flaunting a drugged state’ in the video. The clip was captioned as “Saturday night vibes” as KJo shared it on social media. It showed Deepika Padukone, Malaika Arora, Arjun Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Zoya Akhtar, Vicky Kaushal, Natasha Dalal, Ayan Mukerji, Ranbir Kapoor and Mira Kapoor among others.
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US: Gap Q2 profit soars as comps rise
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Fashion retail giant Gap Inc has posted a 29% surge in second quarter net profit, driven by across-the-board comparable store sales increases for its main brands.
In North America, Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy recorded comps rises for the second consecutive quarter in the three months to 28 July, while Gap Direct’s revenues were up 24% to $384m.
Sales outside North America rose 7%, with the company highlighting the opening of the first Old Navy store outside North America – in Tokyo – and the continued expansion of the Gap store base in China.
Franchise sales were up 25% as the company opened its 250th franchise store, and it also opened 11 new Athleta stores in North America, doubling its roster.
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“Our continued focus on product and store execution are helping to drive positive momentum and we’re committed to sustaining solid performance for the remainder of the year.”
2013 got off to a strong start for US clothing and footwear retailers in January, with many reporting their best performance since September 2011....
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LeAnn Nealz, the president and chief creative officer of Fifth & Pacific's struggling Juicy Couture brand, is to leave the company....
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The Fair Trade Certified apparel pilot programme initiated by Fair Trade USA is making good progress, according to a report from the organisation's Multi-Stakeholder Group (MSG) for apparel....
Specialty clothing retailer Gap Inc is to close two distribution centres in Hebron, Kentucky in a move aimed at driving efficiency, but will also put 350 jobs at risk....
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Not everyone is able to join the United States Armed Forces. There are medical conditions that can disqualify someone from joining, including conditions of the feet. To serve in the military, service members are required to comfortably wear government-issued footwear, which can be difficult or unobtainable if the person has a deformity in a foot. One such condition is called hallux valgus, which is more commonly known as a bunion. Here's what you need to know if you have bunions and are interested in joining the military.
What is a bunion?
A bunion is a bump at the side of the base of the big toe. It's caused when your big toe leans or pushes towards the other toes. When there is a visible bump, or a bunion, it means the bony framework of your foot is not normal. Essentially, the bones in the front of the foot are out of alignment, which can cause pain when walking, running, or standing. You may feel a burning sensation and possibly numbness. The bunion may be sore, red, and inflamed.
Why can bunions disqualify you from serving?
Bunions will make it difficult to wear military footwear and perform your duties. Also, what's important to understand about this condition is that it is a progressive disorder. That means, if you have a bunion now, you can expect it to worsen over time. Because of this, particularly if your bunions are symptomatic, you may be disqualified from joining the armed forces.
What can you do to improve your chances of enlisting?
Before you go to MEPS (a military entrance processing station), it would be a good idea to see a podiatrist who can evaluate your bunions and determine whether or not there are things you can do to improve them or remove them. While non-surgical treatment can help improve your bunions, they can take time. Even so, you should start bunion treatment as soon as possible.
Your podiatrist may recommend custom orthotic devices that can be worn to reduce the angle of the big toes and, therefore, eventually improve your bunions. If necessary, surgery can be done to remove the bunion and correct the bony structure of the foot. If you do take the surgical route, you should keep your recruiter informed about your prognosis, especially if you are expected to participate in poolie or new recruit functions such as physical training.
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If you are disqualified for your bunions when you go to MEPS, don't give up hope. You can put in for a medical waiver. It's important to continue using orthotic devices and other non-surgical treatments throughout the process. You'll need to ask your recruiter for the specific details of obtaining a medical waiver. To do this, you will need to have another medical evaluation from a doctor or a specialist.
The podiatrist who treats you for your bunions can provide this medical evaluation and provide you with a letter if he or she finds that your bunions should not interfere with your capacity to serve in the military. The podiatrist should include your medical history, including treatments you've undergone for the bunions, the state of your current condition, and the prognosis for the future. You'll need to give these documents to your recruiter who can then forward them to the Surgeon General for further evaluation.
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Lahore, Pakistan — It was a eureka moment for Jibran Ilyas.
Like much of his party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Ilyas had been swamped by a sense of uncertainty. Their charismatic leader, former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been in jail for months. Senior party officials are in hiding. Campaigning in any meaningful way for the February 8 elections to the National Assembly and provincial legislatures appeared difficult, if not near-impossible.
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Then an idea struck the Chicago-based social media lead for PTI. It was December when Ilyas and his team sent across a message to Khan in jail, through the party’s lawyers.
“We saw the suppression against our party. We saw how depressed the people were. We saw some of our rallies scuttled by the authorities. It made us think, what if we try to hold a ‘virtual rally’ and dodge this ban on us,” Ilyas told Al Jazeera.
“He [Khan] was unclear what a virtual rally meant, and thought we would do something on Zoom. But we explained what we will do, that we will show testimonials from PTI chapters globally, and when we explained our idea, he gave the go-ahead,” the social media lead added.
On December 17, the PTI held what was arguably the first “virtual rally” in Pakistan, using a platform called StreamYard, reaching an audience of over five million across various platforms.
Ilyas and his team did not stop there. They had one more surprise lined up.
“When we go to a PTI rally, no matter who the other speakers are, people are there to listen to our leader. With him in jail for three months, people hadn’t heard him at all. So instead, we used AI [artificial intelligence] to generate his audio clip, and played it in the virtual rally,” Ilyas said.
The four-minute-long address by Khan was generated using AI, which was interspersed with clips from his past speeches, as well as video montages, and was based upon handwritten notes Khan had sent to Ilyas and his team from jail.
The response, Ilyas says, was overwhelmingly positive.
It was an example of how the PTI remains the technologically savviest party in the country. At a time when the PTI has faced a devastating crackdown, barred from even using its party symbol — the cricket bat — in the polls on Thursday, it is such digital tools that are helping it compete in elections that many critics have described as unfair, even engineered.
“We are very driven people, and party leadership, especially our leader Khan, gave us [the social media team] free rein over how to operate. That allows us to respond quickly, and stay on top of the game,” Ilyas added.
After Khan was removed from power in April 2022, his party has been protesting against the removal, which it blames on a US-led conspiracy, in collusion with Pakistan’s powerful military establishment. The crackdown further intensified last year, when Khan was arrested in May in a corruption case, which resulted in thousands of PTI supporters pouring out on the streets.
They went on a rampage demanding the release of their leaders and damaged government buildings and military installations, including the house of a top commander in the eastern city of Lahore. Retribution by the military, which was once viewed as having backed Khan to power in 2018, was swift and harsh. Thousands of PTI workers were arrested, party leaders were forced to quit the party, and eventually, Khan himself was imprisoned in August last year, where he has remained since.
While Khan continues to remain behind bars, as he received three convictions in multiple cases last week, his PTI has continued to persevere, despite the obstacles.
When the election commission banned the party’s use of a symbol for the elections, it meant that each PTI candidate in effect would have to contest with a different symbol — and without the party’s name — in effect like independent candidates.
With a literacy rate of less than 60 percent in the entire country, symbols or pictorial identifiers remain the most important markers for the public to identify the candidate or their party of choice.
So, Ilyas said, the party decided to intensify its guerilla tactics.
“Within a night our team came up with the idea of setting up a portal online where users can enter in the constituency number and they would receive the name of the candidate, and their symbol,” he said.
Traditionally, election campaigns in Pakistan involve candidates and their teams holding street corner meetings, visiting constituents door to door to spread their message, and speaking to voters and supporters in large rallies.
They put up banners and posters, and distribute pamphlets with their agendas. Others, who possess more financial resources, also advertise on mainstream media including both television and print. With most institutions of the Pakistani state cracking down on them, those options have been limited for the PTI this time, say party leaders.
“We had to be nimble and think on our feet to turn this negativity around and use it as strength,” says Taimur Jhagra, a senior PTI leader, who is contesting for a provincial seat from Peshawar, the capital of the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where the party has been in power since 2013.
“When my posters were torn apart in a neighbourhood in Peshawar, I made a video with those torn posters, and told my team to upload it on our social media platforms and let the torn posters stay in place to let them speak for themselves,” Jhagra told Al Jazeera.
As a result, Jhagra says, the video enabled him to attract a large number of people for what was supposed to be only a small corner meeting in another neighbourhood of his constituency.
“It was a guerrilla jalsa,” Jhagra said. “We had planned to hold a small event, with barely 100 people expected to attend it. But we ended up with over a couple of thousands of people, which speaks volumes about how much support we have and how willing people are to be part of our campaign,” the former provincial minister added.
Another PTI leader, who requested anonymity due to security fears, is contesting for a national assembly seat from Lahore. He said his campaign team has relied on WhatsApp to engage with constituents.
“We have a channel where we can share information and spread our messaging. Using WhatsApp, we hold short, quick meetings at somebody’s house and disperse quickly,” he added.
Technology journalist Ramsha Jahangir says that Khan and his team have always used social media, as it helps underscore the message that he is “accessible” to the average citizen.
“Facing censorship, PTI are at the forefront of finding alternative ways to reach their supporters and propagate their message. These sure-footed strategies are led by educated, globally placed supporters,” Jahangir told Al Jazeera.
Commenting on the broader trend of increasing reliance on digital means to disseminate political messaging, Jahangir said technology is “writing a new playbook” for politics.
“We have seen PTI make politics more accessible through virtual jalsas, AI audios, and chatbots. This has not only helped them circumvent censorship but also engage youth, including those who are from rural or periurban parts of the country,” she added.
PTI’s Ilyas agreed with the sentiment and said that the party is keenly aware of the voter demographic of the country and was eager to adapt and evolve its messaging to reach out to new audiences.
“When you have over 60 percent voters in the age bracket of 18 to 45, you have to look at ways to engage them. This is why we have such active presence on platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and why we have so far held two TikTok events, attended by millions of people,” the Chicago-based strategist said.
Pakistan’s other major political parties, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) have been slow to adapt to the evolving landscape.
Unlike PTI, the two parties have faced little resistance from state institutions while conducting their election campaign in public. For them, the focus has remained on following the tried and tested formulae, though complimented by data and technology.
Former information minister as well as the information secretary of the PMLN, Marriyum Aurangzeb, said that while traditional methods cannot be undermined in mass contact campaigns, the “exponential swell of the digital space” adds another element to campaign outreach initiatives.
“Our campaign messaging frame was assisted by AI-based active social listening across the entirety of the digital media landscape. This gave us extremely valuable data insights that helped us build a highly impactful campaign,” she told Al Jazeera.
Aurangzeb said that the data-driven modern techniques allowed for “segregated understanding” at multiple levels including demographic and socioeconomic splits.
“We delivered a tailored message, microtargeting a said section of the voters, instead of mass distribution of generalised messages across the board,” the former minister added.
For the PTI, Ilyas said the challenge now is to convert supporters into active voters on February 8.
Ilyas said that his team has set up WhatsApp channels for every constituency in Pakistan where party followers can get information on voting. Another “important innovation”, he said, was a chatbot that the PTI has set up on Imran Khan’s Facebook profile.
“The way it engages with people, it almost appears you are talking to Imran Khan. You send your leader a message asking him about your constituency, and he replies back where to go, and urges you to vote. It makes people feel they are talking to him directly,” Ilyas explained.
“The response on Facebook is huge and we are very hopeful this will translate into votes. I believe people are going to vote because they have not been able to join campaigning or protests due to this air of suppression. Voting will be our way to vent our frustrations.”


Over the years, there have been a few companies that have come out with their own version of the Glock.
Shadow Systems has made a name for itself in this market with its reimagined and heavily upgraded Combat and Elite series.
While these versions took the platform to its highest heights, the accompanying price tag may have left a few shoppers breathless.
Recently, Shadow Systems released the Foundation Series to give thrifty shooters some options.
We can agree a more reasonable price point makes a product more attractive, but do we also have to sacrifice features to achieve this lofty goal? With a whole set of Foundation Series Pistols, we headed out to the range.
So follow along as we talk about the features, specs, pros, and cons of the new Foundation Series.
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Foundation Series Pros & Cons
- Upgraded Features
- Lower price
- Good performance
- Occasional QC issues
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Foundation Series Specs & Features
- Slide serrations
- Metal sights
- Optics capable
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|Weight||22.4 oz.||22.04 oz.||22.4 oz.|
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Foundation Series Background
The Foundation Series is new, so there aren’t previous versions to compare it with.
That said, Shadow Systems sells the Combat and Elite series, each with more features and a higher price point respectively.
With the Elite Series ranging around $1,000 and the Combat Series coming in at around $800, it makes sense for Shadow Systems to create something for folks who can’t wrap their head around paying that much for a Glock clone.
This was the reason the Foundation Series was created…
Who Is It For?
As noted above, the Foundation Series is for people who want to enjoy an improved Glock-style pistol without spending close to a grand to do it.
Shadow Systems accomplished this by leaving out a few things that weren’t crucial to overall performance.
Anyone in the market for a good pistol would appreciate the Foundation Series.
Fit & Feel
While the Foundation Series is still essentially upgraded Glocks, they feel a little different in the hand. We tested all three models: the DR920 (similar to a G17), MR920 (similar to a G19), and XR920 (similar to a G19X).
The grip texture is more aggressive, with a solid medium grit. The general shape and angle are very similar to a standard Glock.
There is no extra magwell at the bottom of the grip, though there are nicely cut angles on the interior that aid with guiding magazines home.
Each gun came with two Magpul Glock magazines.
In addition, the undercut near the trigger guard allows a slightly higher grip, and I didn’t have the exposed feeling the web of my hand gets with a stock Glock. The generous beavertail covers this exceedingly well.
Another upgrade I really appreciated was found forward of the takedown pins on the frame.
On both sides, Shadow Systems installed a textured portion for indexing your trigger finger or providing a little extra support for your thumb.
Closing out the frame, there is even a textured portion on the front of the trigger guard that might assist with braced shooting. Finally, there is also an accessory rail on the front.
The slide features angled serrations — front and rear — that assist greatly with racking or simple press-checking.
In addition, metal sights are mounted, with a serrated black in the rear and a single, white-dot front post on the muzzle.
The trigger is much improved over the standard Glock, in my opinion. First, the shoe is wider and has a gentle curve that borders on flat.
Even the trigger safety is improved because it sits flush with the shoe face when depressed. Pulling back, the trigger reaches a defined wall, then travels a slight bit further before a fairly crisp breaking.
On the Lyman Digital Gauge, the trigger averaged 4 pounds and 10 ounces.
Reset was audible and tactile. The trigger is a good example of what can be accomplished with a striker-fired pistol.
How Does It Shoot?
The combination of the nicely done metal sights and excellent trigger makes these guns accurate.
Although I mounted two Classic Series red dots from Primary Arms, I kept the DR920 stock and focused on the irons.
Shooting five shots with each gun from seven yards, I was able to achieve a 1.24-inch group with the DR920, a 1.19-inch group with the MR920, and a 1.48-inch group with the XR920.
The trigger is easy to learn and provides predictable performance you can repeat.
Improved ergonomics and increased grip texture allowed me to speed up shots because I was able to establish sight picture a bit more quickly. With the two guns using red dots, I could ride the dot through recoil.
The Magpul magazines fed nicely, and both inserted and dropped easily when called upon to do so. Malfunctions are something I watch keenly for and try to diagnose whenever we’re testing firearms.
When we first went to the range with all three guns, the DR920 and MR920 ran like champs.
However, the XR920 would not feed. I tried multiple magazines, even varied ammunition, and I could not get a round to seat in the chamber.
In my mind, the slide was somehow out of spec, possibly the feed ramp, but I couldn’t be certain. I contacted Shadow Systems, and they sent me a replacement slide for the XR920.
After we mounted the new slide, there were zero malfunctions with the XR. Over the course of a couple of outings and several hundred rounds through all three guns, there were zero malfunctions.
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What Sets it Apart?
There are a number of Glock clones out there, but Shadow Systems has done a great job of improving on the original by improving a number of key interfaces. First, the ergonomics are improved.
There are many improvements on the frame in general that fall under this category, but the slide serrations also help with manipulations too.
Finally, the trigger is much improved and a welcome addition to the Foundation Series.
By The Numbers
The trigger and ergonomics come together nicely allowing shooters to make accurate shots.
This score simply reflects the first version of the XR we received. Once we replaced the slide there were zero malfunctions and notably, the DR and MR never had any malfunctions over the course of a few hundred rounds each.
Being at its base a Glock, the whole aftermarket world is open to the Foundation Series.
Given the base design is still largely Glock, the ergonomics are much improved on the Foundation Series.
The price for these seems to be locked in a $679 over a few online retailers I reviewed.
Upgrades for Foundation Series
I had never tried any Shadow Systems guns before this review and, frankly, haven’t spent a lot of time with Glock clones. I totally see the appeal now.
If you imagine what Glock has accomplished and don’t get hung up on stopping at “perfection,” you enable yourself to seek out and implement improvements.
Shadow Systems has done that without sacrificing key features that affect performance.
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To my way of thinking, these firearms outperform Glocks in many ways. The only comparison left in my mind is long-time durability, and that is going to take some time to test!
Are you considering the Foundation Series? Let us know in the comments below! Need more clones? Head to the 8 Best Custom Glock Clones for more recommendations.


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Bain Capital Credit and PIMCO, Cerved Group SpA and Elliott-backed Credito Fondiario
SpA, are said that they have made on non-binding bid for Galaxy according to Bloomberg. citing anonymous sources.
A spokesperson for Alpha declined to comment on the bidders. Representatives for Cerved, Credito Fondiario and Pimco declined to comment while an external spokesperson at Bain wasn’t immediately available to comment according to the story.
Greek lenders are stepping up efforts to dispose of soured loans, a legacy of the sovereign debt crisis of the last decade.
More than 35% of Greek bank loans were classed as non-performing in March compared to an European average of 3%, according to European Central Bank data for the end of 2019. That outlook is likely to deteriorate further as the shutdown caused by Covid-19 may help increase the banks’ soured debt pile by another 10
The lender expects to get a rating for the securitization from DBRS Ratings Ltd in the coming days, a necessary step to obtain the state guarantee, the people said. Binding offers for the package are due in September.
The disposal plan, dubbed Project Galaxy, is set to reduce its non-performing loan ratio by more than half. The sale also includes Cepal, the bank’s debt collection unit, which will continue to manage the lender’s NPLs, the company said in a statement last week.
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Computer labs? Just about every school has at least one. But piano labs? That’s another story. In fact, there’s just one piano lab in the state and it’s at Van Wert Elementary School.
Music teacher Susan Brubaker, who was the catalyst for the program, wrote a grant a decade ago requesting funds from The Van Wert County Foundation to purchase electronic pianos. The request was granted and the lab was first established at the former Horace Mann Elementary School.
“When we first had it at Horace Mann we had just a few pianos,” Brubaker said, adding that the lab was used only by Horace Mann second-graders when it began. “They (the pianos) were on the stage and I had to push them out and then push them back after class.”
When Horace Mann closed, the pianos went to Franklin, but still were only used by a relatively small number of second-graders at that school. That changed when Van Wert Elementary School was built.
“Before we moved here, I requested that, if we decided to keep the lab, I wanted to be able to do a whole class at a time,” Brubaker said, noting that teaching a smaller group of students would have been impractical with the new schedule implemented as part of the move to the new school.
She commended Superintendent Ken Amstutz for supporting the project and providing funds for the additional pianos needed to teach an entire class at one time. “We can accommodate 23 students at one time, and I have 23 students in my largest second grade class,” Brubaker explained.
Plans are to add this year’s second-grade class to the program next year, especially since this year’s second-graders only began piano lab classes after Christmas, due to equipment set-up and other problems. After third grade, students interested in music begin playing recorders and then move on to regular instruments.
Brubaker, who sees students once a week for piano lab, teaches them the basics: how to track notes, duration of the various notes and rhythm, mostly. In a few weeks, the students are able to play some simple songs.
Brubaker said that, while many students learn quickly, a few struggle with getting the beat or with tracking notes. “Some of them just have a little trouble tracking the notes, like reading,” she said, adding that the skills used in tracking notes are similar to those used in reading.
The students use headphones most of the time, so the pianos are silent to anyone watching the class play, although Brubaker can listen in with her headphones to see how they’re doing. Students also use an “air piano” technique to demonstrate whether they know the fingering for a piano scale or piece.
“Most of them know about ‘air guitar’ so we use ‘air piano’ so I can see how they’re doing with the notes,” Brubaker noted.
Most students learn fairly quickly, she said. “They’re getting it,” Brubaker said. “When I went around and listened, most of them were playing it perfectly.”
The program also fosters an interest in music for some students — and generates excitement in even more. “It’s a neat thing; at lunch, I hear them say: ‘we’ve got piano today!’” Brubaker said. “They’re really excited.”
The music teacher also noted that it’s not unusual for students who have taken the piano lab earlier to continue with formal piano lessons. “I’ve had kids come back and say, ‘I’m taking piano lessons,’” Brubaker said, adding that other students retain note values and other information learned in the classes years after they complete the lab — even when they don’t take any other music classes.
Meanwhile, in an era of increasing school funding cuts, Van Wert’s support for the VWES piano lab is a testament to the district’s efforts to provide an enhanced educational environment for students.


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Stephen Bailey (Live at the Apollo, Celebrity Mastermind etc) Rob Rouse (★★★★★ Edinburgh Evening News
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Acts subject to change. 18+ Fully seated. Early show 7.30pm Late show 9pm Each show runs straight through with no interval and lasts about an hour. We want all our guests to have a great night so please respect those around you by turning off your phone and not talking whilst the show is in progress. As comedian’s material is copyright any form of video or audio recording is strictly forbidden. Thanks!
Rob Rouse‘s career has seen him encompass pretty much everything from presenting Channel 4’s The Friday Night Project, to appearing the West End to teaching geography. We would like to point out that this isn’t in chronological order. Rob’s a one man comedy whirlwind who drags the audience into his craftily spun tall tales with bucketfuls of manic energy, first class stage craft, eerily convincing characterisations and a barrage of hilarious one liners.
“Guaranteed to lighten even the darkest of moods” ★★★★★ Edinburgh Evening News “Delirious but hilarious” ★★★★★ The List
Stephen Bailey, (Live at the Apollo, Celebrity Mastermind, Takeshi’s Castle etc) is a proud Northern, working class, gay man. Although best known as a TV presenter it’s the arena of live, stand up comedy where Stephen really shines. Gossipy, bitchy, close to the bone even, but with such an infectious sense of fun everyone gets the joke and no one is left behind.
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Khan M. (2010) Political Settlements and the Governance of Growth-Enhancing Institutions, SOAS
Khan’s influential work offers a power-based analysis of institutional creation and enforcement. In so doing, it critiques the theoretical foundations of New Institutional Economics while offering an alternative explanation for capitalist transformation and economic development.
The term “political settlement” is increasingly popular in political economy analysis. Khan, however, offers his own, specific definition. He presents a political settlement as “a combination of power and institutions that is mutually compatible and also sustainable in terms of economic and political viability.” He specifies that institutions and the distribution of power have to be compatible because if powerful groups are not getting an acceptable distribution of benefits from an institutional structure, they will strive to change it. The combination also has to be sustainable because institutions, both formal and informal, have to achieve the minimum levels of economic performance and political stability that are required for the reproduction of societies.
At a basic level, Khan’s political settlement approach can help explain the performance of particular institutions in terms of how institutions or institutional changes are likely to be resisted in the context of a specific distribution of power. A number of scholars have used Khan’s work in order to assist with this narrower analytical goal.
At a higher level, however, Khan’s work aims to provide an alternative to the New Economic Institutionalist explanation for economic development (see North 2003). While new institutionalists have begun to pay more attention to the political challenges of institutional reform, Khan argues this still does not go far enough; rather, he presents the political settlements in developed and developing countries as fundamentally different. In developed countries with a ‘capitalist’ political settlement, the productive sector is large enough to sustain formal institutions without jeopardizing the distribution of power. By contrast, in developing countries with a ‘clientelist’ settlement, formal institutions are frequently substituted by informal institutions because they are the only feasible mechanism for sustaining economic benefits for powerful groups. A variety of informal institutions thus predominate, perhaps most notably the organization of informal power through patron-client networks.
Given these differences, Khan argues that the institutionalists’ “good governance” model of achieving economic development through formal institutional reform is not realistic and may even bring conflict by undermining the prevailing distribution of power in a country. Developing countries will eventually have to strengthen their formal institutions, but first, they must build up their productive sectors through other means, notably effective industrial policy. Khan explains the success or failure of industrial policy efforts and ultimately capitalist transformation with reference to the structure of the ruling coalition as well as the existing power and technological sophistication of domestic investors.

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Knitters tend to have a love/hate relationship with knitting socks. I actually love making them, and I tend to have a pair on the go as my small to-to ‘travel’ knitting project. The following pair I knitted for one of the au pairs (or care professionals as we call them as they are fully trained specialists) who I supported during her time here in Australia. She is a pink-fanatic, as you can see!
The pattern was one that I had in my Ravelry queue for a few years is the Snowfall Socks by Tabitha Gandee. I am pretty sure the yarn was from 24 Mile Hollow Yarn Co. The socks were easy to make, I had to pay attention to make sure the purl pattern on the top of the sock was right, but apart from that they flew off the needles.
It’s funny, pink, much like red, is really hard to photograph well. But I guess the brightness of the yarn shines through in these photos.
Sometimes you just have to make something that might seem ridiculous to most, but is actually fun to make and very, very practical.
When my friend asked me whether I could make her a tea cosy for a specific tea pot, I was very happy to oblige! I searched on Ravelry to find the right pattern, and got started. I was able to use a fair bit of leftover yarn that I had in my stash and was even able to stick to the green theme my friend requested.
The way the pattern is designed, it gives the tea cosy a real insulating quality. And it looks pretty chic at the same time!
A quick knit, and a pretty clever pattern too!
This little ensemble was made for a friend, who had her third boy earlier this year. She briefly worked with me last year and she’s a fellow German expat living in Australia. I knew straight away what I wanted to make for her when she told me she was expecting.
These were patterns that had been in my Ravelry queue for a little while. The only one I had made before was Little Brother’s Romper by Petite Knit.
It’s a great knit, as it calls for Aran weight yarn, and I had some wonderful in my stash that I was able to use for it. It’s a wonderfully quick and very straightforward knit, a credit to designer Mette Wendelboe Okkels, the face behind Petite Knit.
The second item was the sweet Waldzipf beanie by Ducathi. A simple, yet beautiful little hat that also knits up really quickly.
And finally a pair of Johannes Booties by Sophie Noix. Such a beautiful pattern, really well thought out and a joy to make.
I had some DROPS Baby Merino left in my stash that I was able to use for these. Now, the absolute best thing about making baby clothes and gifting them, is receiving pictures that I am allowed to share. I mean…..
I never used to knit shawls, but then a couple of years after I made the first one (a Fantoosh by Kate Davies Design), the bug well and truly got me. Now, I tend to knit shawls with fingering yarn. But when the stunning colours of Wren & Ollie’s Spin DK popped up on my Instagram last year, I knew I had to find a suitable shawl for this particular yarn.
And this stunning Lake Effect Shawl by Cheryl Toy from Little Church Knits was just the ticket!
I knitted this beauty on our holiday in Byron last year, and it was the perfect project. An easy to follow pattern that I could knit while sitting on the beach and watching my kids. The fact that it called for DK yarn, made it a beautifully quick projec, despite a large size when completed.
I love the colours, they are perfect for Autumn, which is when I started wearing this beauty. People never realise how cold it can get during the changes of season here in Australia!
Funny story about these pictures, a good friend of mine took them for me, on a stinking hot Summer day in Sydney.
I am almost embarrassed to say how long ago I knitted this cardigan…January 2014. It was made for a good friend of mine back in the UK.
I love this simple but elegant cardigan. It’s a DROPS Design pattern, I remember knitting a lot of their patterns back in 2014. In fact, I don’t remember much else about this knit (hangs head in shame)….but I know my friend loved wearing it.
Shawls were something I started knitting in about 2018 and this beauty, the Fantoosh pattern from Kate Davies Designs was my first ever shawl.
It’s such a straight forward pattern that creates a beautiful shawl. I can’t remember exactly which yarn I used, but I do know that I ran out of yarn and had to get another lot for the border, which is why that is a slightly different shade of red.
It might look intricate and complicated, but once you have mastered the repitition of the pattern it just flies off the needles.
And the best thing about this shawl, it keeps me wonderfully warm!
This one is a gem. I have made this cardigan a few times already, but I love when the intricate pattern is coupled with a sophisticated grey. It just looks smart!
It’s a pretty genius pattern by Michele Wang for Brooklyn Tweed. Not only does it call for tubular cast ons to make the hem and the sleeves look very polished, those cables are to die for!
Pretty special this construction, don’t you think? I love collection the team at Brooklyn Tweed comes out with, they always have that special something!
And you know what makes me even happier? A warm and happy recipient!
Making: a new crochet doll for a new baby girl.
Cooking: a friend is making pumpkin risotto!
Drinking: hibiscus tea, which is meant to help lower blood pressure. It also tastes great.
Reading: The 100th issue of Frankie.
Wanting: to update my Ravelry projects, so I can hit that magic 1,000 project mark (I have made many more…)
Playing: with the latest Kiwi Co box that arrived today.
Liking: the cooler mornings. Autumn is here.
Deciding: on what to pack for a short trip over the Easter weekend.
Wishing: everyone safe!
Enjoying: yesterday’s trip to the Southern Highlands and that I was able to wear my Slipstravaganza Shawl.
Wondering: why post my mum sent to the boys for their birthdays back in February and March is taking so long.
Loving: the Eggstravaganza (Easter hat parade) at school this morning.
Pondering: what activities to plan for the holidays.
Considering: whether to break my ‘yarn buying’ hiatus on Monday when we go to visit Blackwattle Yarn for an Alpaca tour. Does anybody want to comission something?
Watching: still Outlander.
Hoping: for good weather while we are in Canberra.
Marvelling: at the beautiful country we live in!
Cringing: at nothing…
Needing: a new crochet hook after over 30 years!
Smelling: beautiful essential oils at a workshop with my gorgeous friend.
Wearing: my shawls.
Following: new friends.
Knowing: the holidays will be fun!
Thinking: about friends.
Admiring: a new to me crochet designer’s work: Marina Chuchkalova.
Sorting: through my yarn.
Bookmarking: patterns, always patterns!
Coveting: yarn, always yarn!
Disliking: having to make a decision about my impartial high grade tear of the ACL.
Opening: bottles of wine as I have a friend staying with me.
Snacking: not at the moment.
Helping: where I can.
Hearing: really annoying small planes (we live close to a small airport).
Celebrating: the start of the holidays!
Forgetting: nothing…or am I?
Winning: at life!
Taking inspiration from The Little Room of Rachell.
Easter is just around the corner and while I have never tried baking Hot Cross Buns, this lot from Tom over on the Kate Davies Design blog makes me want to try!
A great overview of how to make i-cords…and not just by knitting them!
The formidable hat architect Wolly Wormhead has started her own Teachable school and I am here for it! If you haven’t knitted any of her incredibly hat designs, I urge you to try them! They are stunning!
Colourblocking can be so wonderfully dramatic. Like some of the patterns in his book, Vertex from KnitPicks.
Easter is almost upon us… we are going to be away, but every year we make sure to dye some eggs (it’s tradition). I love the 40 different ideas from Mollie Makes.
I just adore these embroidery make your own jewelry kits from Alicia Paulson…stunning!
Have you ever wondered what the right knitting needles or crochet hooks are? Check out Vickie Howell’s guide!
Simply Maggie’s knitter-specific key chains are to-die-for!
Oh this basket (maybe not just for Easter) is perfect!


I sent this list out to the CMLP's team of intrepid bloggers to pique their interest, but with things being a bit slow around the office today, I figured I'd avoid the middleman.
Things that caught my eye this past week:
- Who owns the facts? The AP and the "hot news" controversy - We aren't likely to see this issue go away any time soon. For more on "hot news" misappropriation, see this CMLP blog post.
- California Bill Intended To Reduce Libel Tourism and related Dr. Rachel Ehrenfeld: California Acts to Stop Libel Tourism - Another topic we've covered in the past, but one that deserves to be kept on the front burner. We are still waiting for a federal law to address the practice of foreign plaintiffs who pick the jurisdiction with the most draconian libel laws in which to sue.
- Prison Awaiting Hostile Bloggers - Moving from a law we need to one we surely don't need, U.S. Representative Linda Sanchez proposes to criminalize speech that causes substantial emotional distress through "severe, repeated, and hostile" speech. Unconstitutional? You betcha.
- U.S. Supreme Court Vacates and Remands "Janet Jackson" Indecency Case to Third Circuit and related Supreme Court remands FCC "nipplegate" case to lower court - Not much to add here, except to note that isn't it time to retire the use of the word "gate"?
- Why the Law and Tech Aren’t Friends on MySpace - A fascinating case involving a bartender and waitress at a restaurant who were fired because of comments they made about their employer in a private MySpace forum.
I also wanted to give a shout out to a new student-run blog that focuses on media law issues: Suffolk Law School's Media and Communications Law Society. Their thoughtful commentary on issues ranging from online privacy to copyright legislation is well worth a read.


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At Tuesday night's one a.m. performance by Hecuba at Wildness, the tranny bar/art kid/cum performance night hosted at Koreatown's Silverplatter, the place was bursting. Cumbia, techno, 80s new wave blasted from the sound system, sweaty art kids pressed and bounced and grinded against each other as the LA band set up along the bar.
Persistent 'technical difficulties' kept pushing the performance back later and later until finally the duo decided to proceed, sound problems and all. Having seen them before and thoroughly loving them, I was a little disappointed, not because they weren't great
(they were really, really great, and threw themselves into the performance like real troopers- quickly switching mic's back and forth and feverishly turning amp knobs), but because I know what they are capable of in a venue with good sound.
They're mesmerizing, harlequin outfit and all. The lack of smooth sailing didn't deter them from turning out a short but intense set, in which they never complained once, and even hooted and howled “Wildness!” at the end.
Hecuba's forthcoming Paradise comes out 'this spring.' It is spring, though. You can hear a couple new tracks at the band's MySpace page.


KOLKATA: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said people have been forced to accept the scrapping of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes not willingly but out of fear, taking a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vehement justification of demonetisation of higher value notes in Parliament on Tuesday.
Speaking at a Vidhan Sabha session on Wednesday, she said, "Like children are forced to sleep due to lullaby of 'Sholay' fame dacoit Gabbar Singh, the common people of the nation are forced to accept the lullaby of Gabbar Singh's demonetisation.”
She also took to the Twitter to slam Narendra Modi. "Today, three months over. Restrictions and sufferings not over. Citizens have lost economic freedom...only few rich capitalists are not suffering. Commoners, middle class, downtrodden, poorest continue to suffer. The economy has slowed down tremendously. The nation is facing an acute economic crisis. How much longer? "(Sic) she wrote.
At the State Assembly, the Trinamool supremo without naming the three BJP MLAs, said people threatened to tie her with a tree in Delhi but if she wants she can whitewash those forces in the State but she does not want to pursue vendetta politics. Earlier, BJP state president Dilip Ghosh had threatened that Trinamool MPs could be tied to trees and beaten up by BJP workers in Delhi after their opposition to demonitisation of higher value notes. Over the resignation of Advocate General Jayanta Mitra, she said the appointment to judiciary is apolitical and earlier resignations were due to different reasons.


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post 2 of 2 for me today…click HERE for this week’s CASE Study!
Today’s my day over on the Whisker Graphics Blog!
I had a ton of fun combining Whisker Graphics/Divine Twine with my Simon Says Stamp July Kit!
I’ve been enjoying using the Middy Bitty Bag as envelopes for my projects. They make for a nice presentation and totally reusable for the recipient! I teamed up a RED Horizontal Stripe Middy Bitty Bag with a RED Large tag. I stamped on the tag using Navy Fresh Ink for the sentiment…I sprinkled it with clear embossing powder so it has a fun sheen to it. The polkas have been heat embossed with White Zing.
The wooden heart & clip are from my stash, I love those things!
Solid White Divine Twine…Please & Thank You!
Wanna peek at the card inside the bag?
I used a RED Small Tag this time…heat embossed the sentiment with clear embossing powder over the Navy ink. See the twine on the tag? You gotta get some for your kit…it matches wonderfully:
That’s the twine that hooked me on Divine Twine 🙂
Here’s the combo together:
Thanks so much for stoppin’ by!!!!


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Election Obligations & Standards Database
"Recognise the right to access and use the Internet as a human right as an essential condition for the exercise of the right to freedom of expression."
UN (OHCHR), OAS, ACHPR, OSCE: Joint Declaration on Challenges to Freedom of Expression in the Next Decade
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Joint Declaration on Challenges to Freedom of Expression in the Next Decade
Internet freedom, including access to online resources and digital tools, should be protected as essential to the exercise of human rights online, with any restrictions based in law, proportionate, and necessary in a democratic society.


WOW Air CEO bullish on U.S. market
WOW Air founder and CEO Skuli Mogensen is betting that U.S. customers will fly his carrier, attracted by low trans-Atlantic fares. The Icelandic low-cost carrier launched service from Baltimore-Washington International on May 8 and from Boston on March 27 using Airbus A321 aircraft.
Mogensen started the carrier in November 2011, saying his goal is to cater to price-savvy travelers.
"Businesses and the general public today are much more aware of the aftereffects of the financial meltdown, especially in Iceland," he says to Today in the Sky. "So people prefer to spend more money at their destinations instead of paying very high air fares if they don't have to."
Fares out of Baltimore range from $159 to $351 one way. Travelers pay fees for items including checked bags, heavier carry-on bags, seat selection and seats with extra legroom.
The carrier is seeing a higher proportion of business traffic than it originally expected, Mogensen says.
"But we're seeing people from all demographics aboard our flights," he adds. "Having said that, it's also true that when we enter a new city, we broaden the market significantly because we make it more affordable for people to fly."
Boston and Baltimore were ideal for WOW to launch in because Iceland has already been well marketed in both cities, says Mogensen. Icelandair, long the the top carrier in Iceland, currently flies out of Boston and had previously served Baltimore before shifting its flights in that region to Washington Dulles.
"So since Iceland is already a well-known destination, it makes our job easier. Both cities and their greater surrounding areas are also attractive destinations for Iceland," Mogensen says. "I extended my time in Baltimore for two days after the inaugural flight because there were such great places to visit."


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Hyaluronic acid and niacinamide are known for hydrating our skin, but there’s another star ingredient on the rise. Allow us to introduce you to ectoin, an active ingredient that helps prevent moisture loss, combats dryness and protects skin against environmental aggressors. According to Beauty Pie’s recent 2024 Trends Report, ectoin is going to be everywhere in the new year, so we asked three skincare experts to teach us all about it.
Meet the Experts
- McKenzie Bolt Rose is a licensed esthetician and director of global education for Biossance. She has 12 years of experience in the skincare industry and currently oversees the brand’s educational initiatives. Previously, she worked as an esthetician and brand ambassador for both Groupe Clarins and Tata Harper Skincare.
- Dr. Teresa Song is a board-certified dermatologist at Marmur Medical in New York. She specializes in general and cosmetic dermatology, including aesthetic procedures like fillers, laser devices, microneedling and chemical peels. Dr. Song also serves as a clinical instructor at Mount Sinai Hospital Dermatology residency and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology.
- David Richard Petrillo is a cosmetic chemist and founder of Perfect Image. He has two decades of experience, specializing in non-surgical cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels and clarifying treatments. He currently has his own skincare line, which targets concerns like fine lines, wrinkles, breakouts, enlarged pores and hyperpigmentation.
What is Ectoin?
Ectoin is an amino acid known as an osmolyte, which is derived from different types of bacteria. It’s known to balance and bind water molecules in the skin to give it a smoother and softer surface. According to Dr. Song, the ingredient also serves as a protective shield against environmental stressors as it’s “produced by bacteria under extreme temperature and osmotic stress to preserve their cellular integrity and regulate water balance.”
Chemists first discovered ectoin in the ‘80s, but it flew under the radar…until now. As Rose notes, “Ectoin is not a new ingredient, but it’s finally getting the recognition it deserves! It’s a workhorse of an ingredient that improves your skin’s hydration and helps repair it from daily stressors.” It’s usually found in serums, moisturizers and even some sunscreens. And some even say it’s a better alternative to hyaluronic acid and niacinamide (but more on that later.)
What Are the Benefits of Ectoin?
Ectoin is a multi-tasking ingredient with loads of benefits, including the four main points below.
- It can hydrate skin and prevent moisture loss. “It has strong water-binding capabilities and greater efficacy in maintaining hydration compared to other humectants. Ectoin also demonstrates long-term moisturizing capabilities,” says Petrillo.
- It can soothe skin. Ectoin works to reduce inflammation, redness or any skin irritation. In a 2020 study, the ingredient was found to help calm the skin when used on its own or in combination with other soothing ingredients like aloe vera or tea tree oil.
- It can improve texture. Dr. Song points out this ingredient can strengthen the skin barrier and improve elasticity. It can also reduce the appearance of fine lines and dark spots over time, thereby improving the overall tone and texture of your skin.
- It can protect against environmental stressors. “Ectoin has been shown to protect the skin from various environmental stressors including heavy metals, blue and visible light and pigmentation resulting from oxidative stress,” says Petrillo. “It has also been found to protect the skin barrier when compromised by harsh surfactants, extreme temperatures, aging and UV exposure.” Note: This doesn’t mean ectoin is an alternative to sunscreen; rather, it provides another layer of protection for your skin.
Are There Any Downsides to Using Ectoin?
The experts we interviewed say ectoin is safe to use. However, if you have a known allergy to ectoin, it’s best to steer clear of it. Also, if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding and/or have any existing skincare conditions (like psoriasis, dermatitis, etc.), you should consult with a medical professional before implementing ectoin into your skincare routine.
Which Skin Types Can Use Ectoin?
Good news is that ectoin can be used on all skin types, but it’s especially great for dry, sensitive and mature skin. “It acts as a natural hydrator and will soothe rough, dry patches and irritation,” explains Rose.
Is Ectoin Better Than Niacinamide?
“Ectoin and niacinamide are both great for hydration and soothing the skin. It’s hard to say which ingredient is superior, as they each have great benefits and can be used together,” says Dr. Song. The main difference between the two is niacinamide does a better job at reducing the appearance of dark spots and large pores, whereas ectoin offers deeper hydration and longer-lasting protection from daily stressors. However, they’re even better when they’re paired together, so there’s no need to pit them against each other.
How Should You Use Ectoin in Your Skincare Routine?
The experts say ectoin works well with most ingredients, so consider pairing it with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, humectants or ceramides. The ingredient also helps minimize inflammation or irritation that can sometimes be caused by stronger ingredients such as retinoids, chemical exfoliants or vitamin C.
The Main Takeaway
Ectoin shouldn’t be slept on. The ingredient is a great option if you’re looking for something additional to hydrate and protect your skin. Whether it’s a serum or a moisturizer, consider adding ectoin into your skincare routine. (And bonus points if you mix it with a hyaluronic acid or niacinamide.)
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Dr Jason Newland, a pediatric infectious disease doctor at St Louis children’s hospital, is just waiting for his cold to start. “I can list off about 10 people right now that have had some sort of illness in the past five days,” Newland said.
That’s because the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza seasons started months earlier than usual, amid the continuing spread of Covid-19 and the common cold. The flu hospitalization rate is the highest it’s been in a decade, according to public health officials. Scientists have described the collision of viruses as a “tripledemic”.
“This is an extraordinary event, and it is stressing the health care resources in many parts of the country very, very substantially,” said William Schaffner, an infectious disease expert at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
Fortunately, despite their concerns, public health officials are not calling for people to socially distance and avoid holiday gatherings, as many of them did earlier in the Covid-19 pandemic, which led to increased isolation and sometimes harmed people’s mental health. Instead, they say there are other measures individuals should take to avoid spreading the viruses and becoming severely ill as meeting outdoors becomes harder in the winter.
“I think the vast majority of people can gather and do it safely, and there are tools available to make it safer,” said Jennifer Nuzzo, an epidemiologist and director of the Pandemic Center at Brown University School of Public Health.
The populations that are most at risk from the viruses are babies, young children and older adults, the infectious disease experts said. The unseasonal spike in cases of flu and RSV, likely due to the social distancing and masking employed during the pandemic, have overwhelmed children’s hospitals around the country, according to public health officials.
At the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, there has been an influx of babies and young children with one or more of the viruses who are struggling to breathe and need supplemental oxygen to stay safe and sometimes must be admitted to the hospital, said Dr Rachel Pearson, assistant professor of pediatrics.
In addition to the viruses, pediatric hospitals must also treat adolescents who end up in the emergency room because of self-inflicted injuries, and the numbers have increased significantly over the last decade, according to the New York Times.
That volume of pediatric patients due to viruses and self-harm has forced healthcare providers to get creative with space at the hospital, Pearson said.
“Usually when you get admitted, you go upstairs from the ER to a regular hospital room, but if all the regular hospital rooms are full, then the kid will stay” in the emergency room under the care of hospitalists such as Pearson and her team, who would normally see them elsewhere, she said. “Every hospitalist I’ve talked to anywhere is dealing with” pediatric bed shortages.
As for adults over age 65, Nuzzo is concerned because of the low uptake of the second Covid-19 vaccine booster. Only about one-third of that population has received the most recent booster, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
“It’s surprisingly low for that age group, despite the fact that that age group has typically had high vaccination coverage,” Nuzzo said.
And getting the latest Covid-19 vaccine booster and the flu vaccine is one of the best ways people can protect themselves from the viruses, the experts said.
“Neither of these vaccines is perfect,” Schaffner said. “Both of them are very good. They do their best in preventing the complications, the most serious aspects of these illnesses, so they are clearly of value to the individual. Both of them also, to a degree, diminish transmission, so they contribute to the general health of families and communities.”
Still, public health officials are not urging people to socially distance to avoid overwhelming hospitals as they often were during Covid-19 surges.
But to gather more safely, they recommend that people use rapid Covid-19 tests.
“In addition to obliging everybody to be vaccinated who attends, ask people to take a rapid test the morning of the get-together and say, ‘If you’re negative, come celebrate. If you’re not, we’ll contact you on FaceTime,’” Schaffner suggested.
The idea of staying home when sick also, of course, applies to flu and RSV.
“If the grandchildren become snotty-nosed kids – that is they get sick with a respiratory infection – that’s not the time to visit grandma,” Schaffner said. “If you do become ill, please do not go to work, school, the gym, religious services or other communal gatherings because you will be a dreaded spreader.”
The infectious disease experts also recommended that people frequently wash their hands. Unlike Covid-19, RSV lives on surfaces.
Masking can also be a helpful tool. But Nuzzo recognizes that a lot of people don’t want to mask around their families any more.
On a ferry ride to a Thanksgiving gathering, Nuzzo sat indoors because it was cold and wore a mask because it was crowded. But once there, she and her family did not wear masks.
Masking “adds safety for sure. As does opening the windows, as does testing, as does having air filtration devices running, as does gathering outdoors instead of indoors”, Nuzzo said. “Those things all still help, but I think people are making decisions differently about whether that feels worth it to them.”
Fortunately, there are indications that the RSV season could soon reach its peak and begin falling, according to the infectious disease experts. And for Covid-19, there is less vulnerability because of the number of people who have been vaccinated against it and contracted the virus, Nuzzo said.
“If people want to be as safe as possible, wear masks,” Newland said. “We know that will protect people. And so I really think we have to come to individual decisions and choices and then respect one another.”
If someone says, ‘I have some high-risk people in my home, I would prefer that you wear a mask,’ then that’s what we should be doing,” Newland added.


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It was another zero-case week for Agassiz-Harrison during the first 10 days of phase 3 of B.C.’s restart plan.
According to the latest data from the B.C. Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC), Agassiz-Harrison has seen zero new cases of COVID-19 since the week of June 27. This is the first time two consecutive weeks of zero cases has been recorded since at least the start of this year.
COVID transmission has been zero or one new cases for four weeks in a row.
Vaccination rates continue their slow climb in Agassiz-Harrison. As of the latest vaccination update released July 12, 74 per cent of people aged 12 and older have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine (up 1 per cent from last update). 75 per cent of those 18 and older are vaccinated (no change from last update). The 18-49 demographic is inching upward at 61 per cent (up 1 per cent from last update) and 85 per cent of those aged 50 and older have been vaccinated (up 1 per cent from last update).
Vaccine registration and booking are available online at www.gov.bc.ca/getvaccinated or you can register by phone at 1-833-838-2323 or by visiting your local Service B.C. office.


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Tanzania has awarded Jacobsen Elektro AS, a Norwegian power engineering firm, a $124.8 million contract to supply and install power generation equipment for a 100MW power plant in the capital Dar es Salaam. The project, funded by Tanzania and Norway, is considered crucial in attempts at easing chronic outages around the capital and for ongoing efforts to integrate regional electricity generation. It also shows how Norway is increasing its presence in Tanzania's energy sector, despite intensifying pressure from Chinese firms.The project is also a keystone in regional electricity integration plans, particularly the Kenya-Tanzania-Zambia interconnection that involves the installation of a
The market is generally healthy and steadily growing, and margins are up for large specialty contractors. Further, advances in design tools and owner demand for collaboration are giving subcontractors a seat at the table early on in projects.


Re: Call chief’s bluff on budget, Editorial Nov. 12
In a Sept. 30 editorial about the police budget, you said the costs of policing “can’t be trimmed through easy ‘efficiencies’.” You added that “freezing the budget would require a real $30 million cut or so from the remaining 10 per cent of the budget that isn’t covered by the contract. That’s a lot of paper clips and bullets. All this simply shows how tough it will be to find real savings.”
In your latest editorial you say, “In a budget as big as the police department’s . . . it’s hard to believe that such a talented executive couldn’t find more effective ways of managing a freeze.” I’m confused. Other than your editorial position, what’s changed over the last six weeks?
Mark Pugash, Toronto Police Service


Here is what Mr. Wayne Glover (Republican candidate for U.S. Senator from Washington State in 2010) proposes in regards to term limits for our Senators and U.S. Representatives.
This information can be found at his campaign website, Real Change 2010.
Change the 2 year terms to 4 year terms and limit them to 3 terms (12 years).
Limit them to 2 – 6 year terms (12 years).
In each case, is a person is appointed to finish another’s term, that remaining time will be counted as one term.
Also, if a politician has served at least one term in either the House or the Senate, then that person can only serve one term in the other.
According to Wayne,
“This would eliminate professional politicians and would return the government back to the people.”
Visit the U.S. Term Limits website and sign the Term Limits Petition.


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Author(s): Maljanian R, Caramanica L, Taylor SK, MacRae JB, Beland DK
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Abstract Numerous articles describe barriers to nurses conducting research and achieving evidence-based practice as well as strategies for overcoming barriers. The Research Roundtable format is one such strategy. It is an interactive means for providing novice nurse researchers and nursing students with the skill sets required to drive application of existing evidence to nursing practice and conduct outcome studies to derive new evidence. The authors discuss their Research Roundtable series that addressed a number of barriers to research, research utilization, and evidence-based practice and how the series increased nurses knowledge and skills, demystified the research process, provided role models, demonstrated managerial and collegial support, and provided library, fiscal, and other resource support to complete staff projects. The details of the Research Roundtable series will guide others in replicating the process in their own organizations and academic communities.
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... some sight seeing via our trip back to the airport. Had a great time there with my friend Sam last year and this brought back a load of happy memories. Kev liked it too so who knows could be on our list for another visit ;-)
At the departure gate we were ushered into a waiting area to the news on the TV of a plane shot down in the Ukraine. Not what you need to be hearing when you are about to board for your flight.
... which they don't give out on the tour.
We head towards Stirling Castle, the seat of medieval monarchical power in Scotland and built by the Stewarts. It's a great hulking castle set high on the hill above the town of Stirling, and the encroaching modern world. It was built in stages by the many Stewart kings and has seen many peaceful and bloody years. The rooms have been restored to their original 16th century appearance. It's fascinating walking through the ...
... fabulous panorama shots. The descent was much less eventful and was therefore much more relaxing haha. We got to see the other side of Edinburgh on the way down, and stopped off at the ruins of Saint Anthony’s Chapel overlooking Saint Margaret’s Loch. After a few photos, we went down and watched the swans being fed in the loch, it was a good rest before starting the walk back into town. We were starving after all that exercise, so we ...
... dance routines, but a touch of humour created much reaction from the crowd. Lochiel marching team also kept up to their reputation with some tricky moves and precise timing. I remember marching against this team when I was younger, of course not the same young ladies at the tattoo. They were the top NZ team back then too. Took lots of photos and after the show, caught the bus back to the campground (takes about an hour to get home on the late bus).
... in different buildings on the grounds and finished off with St. Margaret's Chapel, the oldest building in the city of Edinburgh (built around 1130), before heading back out the castle gates.
We decided to stay in old town instead of returning to the hotel because the busses stop running at around 6:00 and we really did not want to have to climb back up the hill again to join a City of the Dead tour. So we spent the next ...


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Enter the Dragon, perhaps the most iconic and/or important action flick that has ever been made, is getting a remake movie. We can let that tidbit soak in before getting to the nitty-gritty of this endeavor, perhaps pondering what this development means for Hollywood’s ongoing reboot/remake frenzy.
Indeed, the Enter the Dragon remake is a go, according to Deadline, and Warner Bros. is already in early talks with one of the most courted action movie helmers out there, David Leitch, to occupy the director’s chair. At this point, Warner is seeking out a writer, looking to complete what was reportedly years of planning to make this project a reality.
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The gig, should Leitch ultimately accept it, could very well become the loftiest action movie task in the reboot/remake era, since the original 1973 movie – directed by Robert Clouse – is about as sacred as they come, intrinsically connected to its star, the late Bruce Lee. Moreover, Dragon was a bellwether genre offering, one that simultaneously set the bar for action movies for decades to come, while spawning the 1970s kung fu craze.
Leitch, is, of course, white-hot right now, having directed the recent hit Fox/Marvel sequel, Deadpool 2, also known as the uncredited co-director of the groundbreaking 2014 Keanu Reeves-starring, sequels-spawning action hit, John Wick. Moreover, he’s already tackling the 2019-scheduled Fast & Furious franchise spinoff movie, Hobbs and Shaw, starring Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham. Consequently, the prospective tenure of Leitch would undoubtedly be a major coup for the Enter the Dragon remake project.
The news arrives just three days after the 45th anniversary of Bruce Lee’s July 20, 1973 passing at the young age of 32. The original Enter the Dragon, Lee’s Hong Kong cinematic crossover breakthrough, centered on Lee’s character, simply known as “Lee,” a martial arts master who is recruited by British intelligence to investigate a Southeast-Asian island tournament held by suspected drug kingpin and human trafficker, Han (Kien Shih); a fortuitous job for Lee, since Han’s gang was connected to the mysterious death of his sister. On the island, Lee is joined by Americans Roper (John Saxon) and Williams (Jim Kelly), getting to the bottom of Han’s elusive operation.
There’s no shortage of would-be stars to inherit the sacred mantle of Bruce Lee’s character (The Raid’s Iko Uwais is probably talking to his agent at this very moment). Yet, as far as reboot/remakes go, this one is going to be a TOUGH sell, perhaps the toughest sell thus far in the reboot/remake era.
Regardless, we will keep you apprised of the developments of the Enter the Dragon reboot movie as they occur!

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Aeronautical research from both Allied and Axis countries contributed greatly to the technology used for the air charters of today. Germany, the United States, Italy, Great Britain, Japan, and the Soviet Union all developed jet aircraft in the hopes of gaining air superiority during the war.
Some battles were fought almost entirely in the air.
North American P Mustangs Source: During this battle, German planes dropped thousands of bombs on England for over three months straight. They launched around 14, sorties airplane attacks in one day.
The first major attack was when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor in The final blow in the war was also struck by aircraft when atomic bombs were dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Types of Planes There were three major types of planes used in World War II including fighters, bombers, and transport planes. Fighters Japanese Zero Source: Naval History and Heritage Command Fighter planes are designed for air-to-air combat. They are fast and agile.
During World War II fighter planes were used to gain air superiority over a battlefield. They would try to shoot down the enemy's bomber planes and also protect their own bombers. Fighter planes were armed with high powered machine guns and cannons. Bombers Bombers were larger planes that were designed to carry and drop bombs on enemy targets.
There were different sizes of bomber planes including light, medium, and heavy. Light bombers took out smaller targets like armored vehicles.
Some light bombers could also take off and land from an aircraft carrier. The heavy bombers could fly long distances and were used to take out larger targets such as cities and large military complexes.
Bombers often had machine gun turrets including a tail gunner that would help to fight off enemy fighter planes. Boeing B Flying Fortress heavy bomberand the U. Boeing B Superfortress heavy bomber. Transport Transport planes were important during the war. They carried troops and supplies to different areas around the world.
Many of these planes were civilian aircraft and passenger planes that were adapted to be used by the air force. Transport planes included the U. Douglas C Skytrain and the U. The Luftwaffe played a major role in helping Germany to take control of much of western Europe at the start of the war.
They used radar to help hold off the Germans in the Battle of Britain. By the end of the war, the Soviet Union had produced over 36, of the Ilyushin II ground-attack fighter.
The Soviet Union used a similar tactic to bring down German aircraft. Airplanes also played an important role in the war at sea through the use of aircraft carriers.World War II Collection.
During World War II, aviation firmly established itself as a critical component of modern warfare. Military investment during WWII accelerated aviation design considerably.
World War 2 utilized a combination of fighters, interceptors, reconnaissance, anti-ship, ground attack and specialized platforms to undertake a wide variety of missions over many parts of the world and signaled both the peak - and end - of the prop-driven fighter, soon to be replaced by the turbojet.
Military aircraft in World War II included bombers, fighters, and reconnaissance airplanes, as well as a limited number of cargo transports, gliders, blimps, and even jets. Aircraft of various kinds had played a highly visible, but relatively minor role in World War I, but during World War II they.
Flying model craft and stories of manned flight go back many centuries, however the first manned ascent – and safe descent – in modern times took place by larger hot-air balloons developed in the 18th century. Each of the two World Wars led to great technical advances.
Consequently, the history of aircraft can be divided into five eras. Legendary Aviators and Aircraft of World War One. By Stephen Sherman, Aug. Updated July 8, T hey fought in canvas and wood biplanes that could barely fly MPH. Men like von Richthofen, Rickenbacker, Bishop, Guynemer, Mannock, Ball, who flew airplanes with names like Spad, Fokker, Albatros, Nieuport, and Sopwith Camel.
The Great Book of World War II Airplanes is easily one of the best books out there covering the subject of WWII military schwenkreis.com book covers all of the most well known aircraft which makes it great for a person who has an interest in WWII aviation the level of detail of the technical drawings makes it interesting even for a person that already has alot of knowledge on the subject.