The Shop System: The Benefits of Binder Jetting
The world’s first metal binder jetting system designed for machine shops, the Shop System is capable of printing complex metal parts with the benefits that standards machine shops expect: unparalleled productivity with superior print quality while maintaining high levels of accessibility throughout the entire process.
The binder jetting technology at the heart of the Shop System offers a host of advantages for manufacturers, spanning both process and product innovations.
Like other 3D printing methods, binder jetting requires no tooling, meaning parts can often be produced faster and more affordably than traditional manufacturing processes. But unlike legacy metal 3D printing technologies like DMLS, SLS, SLM, and EBM, Binder Jetting allows for these parts to be produced in high volumes. As soon as designs are finalized, printing can begin, and hundreds of parts can be printed overnight, as opposed to waiting weeks for the fabrication of hard tooling common with traditional manufacturing methods like MIM, casting, forging, extrusion, and high volume machining.
Since fabrication is not tied to a particular tool, binder jetting significantly simplifies the process of changing a design - simply update the CAD file and send the new designs to the printer. That ability to update designs as needed enables unprecedented design freedom and allows for the development of products with improved performance and specialized designs that can be customized to meet end-users’ exact needs.
This tooling-free manufacturing process leads to a very agile manufacturing environment, often resulting in reduced warehousing and inventory needs. Manufacturers simply print the parts quickly when they need them, and no longer need to store old tools indefinitely on the off chance they may be needed, but can instead create “digital warehouses” to store part files and call them up for printing when needed.
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The complex designs and organic shapes found in jewelry make it an excellent application for metal 3D printing as they are often difficult to produce via traditional manufacturing methods. Investment casting would require significant expenditure in tooling, and would lock designers into a single design early in the process. When different sizes are needed (rings, bracelets, etc) new tooling is required for each size, dramatically increasing part costs and logistical hurdles.
Metal 3D printing solves these challenges. The additive nature of printing allows for complex geometries to be produced efficiently and affordably in a variety of sizes. Printing does not require any tooling, allowing for different sizes and designs to be manufactured easily; simply modify your CAD model and start printing almost immediately.
Ornaments can bring cosmetic products to the next level, setting them apart with unique design features to signify brand and prestige. This ornament features a ball that is encapsulated in the center of the outer casing, a design that would be impossible to produce with traditional manufacturing techniques but which the Shop System can produce with ease. The Shop System allows for this part to be mass-produced thanks to the low cost per part and high throughput.
To ensure parts can be produced efficiently and affordably, traditional manufacturing design often comes with restrictions intended to enable ease of manufacturing. Such restrictions are necessary to ensure part success, economics, and throughput for subtractive methods like machining and hard tooling-based manufacturing methods like MIM and casting.
A prime example of the restrictions traditional manufacturing faces is in machined parts. Though designers may want to add new features to parts, doing so translates into increased machining time, and often results in significant cost increases. Other traditional manufacturing methods - like MIM, casting or forging - face similar challenges; new features mean significant increases in tooling complexity and costs, and may even make parts impossible to produce. By restricting the features a part can utilize, manufacturers wind up with designs that, while easy to produce, often make sacrifices in part performance.
Unlike these traditional manufacturing processes, 3D printing is an additive process, building parts up layer by layer. This allows for the creation of many features - like organic shapes, undercuts, noncircular holes, consolidated assemblies, and lightweighting features like lattices - that otherwise aren’t possible or cannot be justified due to manufacturing difficulty and cost with traditional methods.
Those features can be seamlessly integrated into binder jet parts, and often reduce the cost of producing the components. Lightweighting features, for example, remove material, reducing the cost of printed components, but almost always increase the cost of a traditionally-manufactured part due to the increased number of cuts for machining or tool complexity for MIM and casting.
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This part is used to hold sensors in place as they take constant measurements of a rotating component. Keeping the weight as low as possible was essential for this component to ensure it did not add any additional weight to the rotating motor. By printing on the Shop System, this part was able to be optimized with six thin flanges, significantly reducing both the mass and footprint when compared to a machined component. With printing, gyroid infill was incorporated through the entire part, further reducing the weight while maintaining stiffness and strength. The speed and low per-part cost of the Shop System allow for this optimized design to be produced affordably in volume for the end-use application.
Additive manufacturing also enables assembly consolidation, the combining of multiple parts into fewer, multi-functional assemblies. Traditionally, those assemblies have been created from relatively simple parts, which can be manufactured far more efficiently and affordably than a single, complex part. Those simple components are then combined with welding, screws, rivets, and other fasteners. As an additive process, binder jetting makes it easy to combine all the components of an assembly into a single printed part, which is often more affordable to produce than the separate components. These consolidated assemblies can greatly simplify logistics by reducing the number of parts in the BOM that need to be sourced, warehoused, assembled, etc
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This fluid connector features complex geometry, including internal channels, that would require it to be produced as a multi-part assembly, rather than a single component.
Printing, however, made it easy to produce this component as a single part, and also resulted in higher performance than the traditionally-manufactured alternative, while simultaneously reducing part cost and manufacturing lead time.
A host of other features - like lattices, generative design, and internal channels - that would be impossible to create with traditional manufacturing methods can easily be 3D printed. Because it produces parts layer by layer, binder jetting makes it easy to incorporate those features into parts, bringing designs to the next level and increasing part performance (strength, stiffness, cooling rate, minimizing footprint,) lowering weight, and reducing part costs.
While it has been possible to incorporate those features into printed parts for some time via powder bed fusion, most applications were generally too expensive to justify printing in anything other than very low quantities. With the emergence of new binder jetting systems with new levels of ease of use and lower part costs like the Desktop Metal Shop System, it is now possible to produce these parts in higher volumes at lower part costs, greatly lowering the hurdle to justifying 3D-printed metal parts. For the first time, it is possible to go to mass market with metal 3D printed components.


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Media tablet shipments will grow by 245.9% in 2011 compared to 2010
Despite the growing popularity of the media tablet compare to the mobile PC industry, the worldwide notebook unit shipments are expected to rise to 324.9 million in 2015, up 104.8 million from 220.1 million in 2011, according to new IHS iSuppli Compute Platforms Service research.
The research said during the coming years although growth in notebook shipment per year will be slow because of rising tablet competition, the notebook market will continue to expand because of the key role that the platform plays among businesses and consumers.
IHS principal analyst for compute platforms research Matthew Wilkins said despite the intense competition from media tablets, notebooks remain a useful tool that has become an essential part of modern life – rather than a luxury item said.
"Compared to the consumption-oriented media tablets, notebooks are superior platforms for content creation tasks, ranging from developing websites, to building rich documents, to editing high-definition videos and photos," Wilkins said.
IHS predicts that global media tablet shipments will reach 60 million units in 2011, up 245.9% from 17.4 million in 2010, and expected to increase to 275.3 million in 2015.
"Following the launch of Apple’s iPad and other high-profile devices, consumers have been bombarded with media tablet advertising and press coverage," Wilkins said.
"And with the media tablet portrayed as providing the same capabilities as the notebook PC, consumers are considering media tablets to be an alternative to notebooks. This has caused notebook sales growth to slow down compared to past years."
Posting a double digit growth from 2008 through 2010, netbooks are set to decline to 21.5 million units in 2011, down 33.2% from 32 million in 2010, and will continue to decline to 13.5 million units in 2015.
The PC tablet to date has gained limited penetration into the mainstream business segment compared to the media tablet, as an alternative to the notebook PC.
IHS predicts that growth of PC tablets will begin to accelerate in 2013 – one year after Windows 8 is released – with shipments of 10 million units, and expected to nearly quintuple by 2015, reaching 45.2 million units.


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Punjab Minister for Trade and Industries has announced to waive off registration and exam fee of Punjab Board of Technical Education (PBTE) for one year due to the coronavirus situation.
This was stated by Punjab Industries and Trade Minister Mian Aslam Iqbal during a press conference at DGPR office on Friday.
He added that it is expected that 90,000 students will take admission in TEVTA institutions in 2020-21 and admission fee amounting to Rs320 million will not be received from them as well. “Board registration and exam fee of 17,000 students of private technical institutions taking part in PBTE had also been waived off.”
This way, students will receive a relief amounting to around Rs230 million by PBTE, he added. “Punjab government has decided to provide a total relief of Rs550 million to the students of technical institutions.”
The provincial minister further said that Rs1.5 billion were earmarked for ‘Hunarmand Nojawan Programme’ and no fee will be received from the students getting training under this programme.
Published in The Express Tribune, August 1st, 2020.
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In the kaleidoscope of the fashion world, the runway serves as a dynamic canvas where tradition and innovation converge in a mesmerizing dance of creativity. Fashion fusion, the seamless blending of timeless traditions with cutting-edge innovation, has become a hallmark of the industry. This article embarks on a journey through the runway, exploring how designers navigate the delicate balance between honoring heritage and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the ever-evolving realm of high fashion.
The runway, more than a showcase for clothing, is a cultural tapestry where designers weave together threads of tradition and innovation. It serves as a stage where diverse influences, be they historical, geographical, or societal, come together to tell a story. Designers draw inspiration from their heritage, infusing garments with elements that pay homage to cultural symbols, traditional craftsmanship, and historical narratives.
Whether it’s the incorporation of ethnic motifs, the revival of ancient textile techniques, or the reinterpretation of classic silhouettes, the runway becomes a space where fashion becomes a living, breathing reflection of the world’s cultural richness. In this fusion, designers celebrate diversity and inclusivity, transforming the runway into a canvas that resonates with a global audience.
Heritage Revival: Modern Takes on Traditional Craftsmanship
Fashion fusion often involves a revival of heritage craftsmanship, breathing new life into traditional techniques that have stood the test of time. Designers recognize the value of preserving artisanal skills, from hand embroidery and weaving to intricate beadwork and textile printing. By incorporating these time-honored methods into contemporary designs, they create garments that bridge the gap between the past and the present.
For instance, Indian designers might showcase handwoven Banarasi silk on the runway, while Japanese designers infuse their collections with the art of origami. This fusion not only pays homage to cultural legacies but also ensures that the expertise of skilled artisans continues to thrive in a modern context.
Tech-Infused Couture: Pushing the Boundaries of Innovation
In the realm of fashion fusion, technology emerges as a powerful force that propels the industry into new frontiers. Designers are increasingly embracing cutting-edge innovations such as 3D printing, smart textiles, and augmented reality to create garments that defy traditional boundaries. The marriage of fashion and technology transforms the runway into a space where imagination knows no limits.
From LED-infused dresses to garments that change color with the touch of a button, technology-driven fashion becomes a visual spectacle that captivates audiences. This fusion not only pushes the boundaries of what is possible in terms of design but also opens up avenues for sustainable practices and inventive approaches to garment construction.
Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation: Navigating a Delicate Balance
As designers tread the delicate line between fashion fusion and cultural appropriation, the industry is prompted to engage in meaningful conversations about sensitivity and respect. While cultural influences have always played a role in fashion, there is a growing awareness of the need to appreciate and acknowledge the origins of these influences rather than appropriating them for mere aesthetics.
Designers are now encouraged to collaborate with artisans from the cultures they draw inspiration from, ensuring fair representation and acknowledgment of the source. The runway becomes a platform for cultural exchange, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for diverse traditions.
Sustainable Fusion: Ethical Fashion’s Ascent
The fusion of tradition and innovation extends to the realm of sustainability, where ethical practices are reshaping the fashion landscape. Designers are increasingly incorporating eco-friendly materials, upcycled fabrics, and zero-waste techniques into their collections. The runway becomes a stage for showcasing not only artistic prowess but also a commitment to environmental responsibility.
Sustainable fashion fusion challenges the notion that style must come at the expense of the planet. Designers are pioneering new approaches to fashion that prioritize ethical sourcing, reduce waste, and promote longevity. This shift reflects a growing consciousness within the industry, acknowledging the need for responsible practices that align with the values of a discerning, eco-conscious audience.
Fashion Collaboration: Breaking Silos for Creative Synergy
In an era where collaboration is celebrated, fashion fusion extends beyond individual designers to collaborative efforts that bring together minds from diverse disciplines. The runway becomes a space where designers collaborate with artists, musicians, architects, and technologists, resulting in collections that transcend conventional boundaries.
Collaborative fashion fusion fosters creative synergy, breaking silos between disciplines and redefining the possibilities of what fashion can be. These partnerships not only elevate the storytelling aspect of fashion but also contribute to a more holistic and interconnected creative landscape.
Fashion fusion is a testament to the dynamic nature of an industry that thrives on the interplay between tradition and innovation. As designers continue to push boundaries and challenge norms, the runway becomes a canvas for the ever-evolving tapestry of fashion fusion.

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- New use information on Pseudomonas fluorescens strain CL145A open water molluscicide
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If you believe all the stories, 100,000 people filled the arena the night the Lightning captured the Stanley Cup with a Game 7 victory against the Calgary Flames.
Sure, we know the arena holds only 20,000, but forgive those fans who stretch the truth in an attempt to wax eloquently about the joyous history of June 7, 2004.
Everybody in the then St. Pete Times Forum can’t forget the game. Everybody not present still holds a connection to one of the most glorious moments in Tampa Bay sports history. Where were you the night the Lightning reigned over the NHL. We convene a special roundtable to get answers.
The quiet before the Stanley storm
Martin Fennelly, columnist @mjfennelly: ”I had never heard anything like the silence in Calgary’s Saddledome after Marty St. Louis scored in overtime to bring the Lightning back from the brink to win Game 6 and force Game 7. The Lightning, counted out after losing Game 5, shut up Flames fans and maybe all of Canada after St. Louis’ goal. I was sitting in the press box, high atop the arena, and it was so quiet I could hear Lighting players celebrating down below. There was no way they would lose Game 7, not after that. And they didn’t.”
Savoring the big win in a ‘Tiny’ place
Ernest Hooper, columnist/assistant sports editor, @hoop4you: Every sports bar was sure to fill, and we wanted to avoid the crowds and maintain our grass roots approach as “real fans.” So, we had planned to watch the game at a bar that never screens sporting events. A certain Irish pub that, to this day, only breaks out the television to show Irish soccer. First mistake. So, we ended up at the Tiny Tap Tavern, a classic dive bar famous for serving Pabst Blue Ribbon at 9 in the morning, and not famous for its televisions. It didn’t matter. We huddled around the screen, cheered when Ruslan Fedotenko scored what proved to be the game winner and called the Times desk with this suggested headline: Lords of the Rink. It stuck, and landed on the front page. I believe my friends and I collaborated on the suggestion, but those present now claim to be the sole originator. Really, the headline was my idea. See how that works?
Antsy, nervous leading up to the biggest game of his career
Dave Mishkin, Lightning radio play-by-play: I remember in the pregame being really antsy and nervous. When you’re in a tense playoff series, the feeling is like a lot of fans: nervous in between games. With a later start, I think the game started after 8 p.m., it made for a long afternoon. But once the game started, I focused on what I was doing. During the game, I really wasn’t jittery and nervous. Maybe during the intermissions, but not during the game. My other takeaway? I remember acknowledging this at the time, but several years later, they did a rebroadcast of the game and what struck me was how dominant the Lightning were in that game. Looking at it rationally and objectively, that was one of their best games in the series. In the deciding game, they were decisively the better team. They carried play throughout, went up 2-0. When Calgary scored with 10 minutes remaining to make it 2-1, I recall a lot of nail biting. Everyone remembers the save Khabibulin had on Jordan Leopold. But when you go back and look at the game, they continued to carry play even after that goal. They didn’t let up. After the game, I went down and congratulated the coaches and everyone. that was pre-kids, so it wasn’t a problem to stay up late. I walked across the street to Champions with my wife. At some point, (Fox Sports Sun broadcaster) Paul Kennedy stopped in and my wife has a picture of the two of us — looking like we had been there for awhile.
A catalyst for change
Pam Iorio, Tampa mayor (2003-2011): I was sitting in the arena and I remember these Calgary fans in front of me drinking these 20-ounce beers, and they kept drinking them. I thought, “Gosh, how much can they drink?” After we won, it was just one big group hug inside that arena. I even hugged the Calgary fans. I went down and congratulated the team, and then we went outside and celebrated. But we didn’t have any place to go. We did have a parade two days later, but we didn’t have a destination that night for music and fireworks. We had already made the Riverwalk a priority, but when I met with the staff the next morning, we all said, “We gotta get going.” We had a master plan, but the old Tampa Museum of Art was sitting in the middle of the old Hixon Park, the Tampa Bay History Center hadn’t opened, so the Riverwalk didn’t extend to the arena. Now we have the Riverwalk and the new Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. We actually have a place to go celebrate. We are so ready when we win the Stanley Cup, and it’s because that night was an unforgettable catalyst for the city staff.
Allie in the Cup
Wharton High basketball coach Tommy Tonelli: Dave Andreychuk lives in Hunters Green and at the time his kids attended Hunters Green Elementary where my sons attended. He brought the cup to the school and to the Hunters Green community. He’s a great guy and he wanted to share it with the people in the community where he lives. Just like hundreds of other people, we got in line to shake his hand and see the cup. And it was awesome. My sons were really into it and supporting the Lightning. I had my daughter and I asked permission if I could put her up there. That was hilarious. I remember it like it was yesterday. Obviously, Allie doesn’t remember, but I tell her it’s a photo of her with the most iconic trophy in all of sports, I tell her about the whole aura of that trophy and the fact that it was such a great accomplishment in Tampa Bay sports history. It was incredible, amazing. It’s probably more amazing than when the Bucs won the Super Bowl. Fifteen years later, Allie went to her first game.

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‘I speak with urgency and expect action from the governments’: AMC Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
WARNING: This story contains distressing details.
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CBC News: First Nations leaders say the year-long wait for a search of a Winnipeg-area landfill for the remains of two women is “inhumane” to their families, and further delays are unacceptable.
Now, they say it’s time for government to put up the funds to get a search started.
Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Cathy Merrick said Thursday her organization — working with input from technical experts, the families of the two women and others — shared a new feasibility report with all levels of government this week on a potential search for the remains of Marcedes Myran, 26, and Morgan Harris, 39.
They’re two of four Indigenous women investigators allege were killed by the same man. Police think the remains of Myran and Harris were taken to Prairie Green, a privately owned landfill north of Winnipeg, in May 2022.
Donna Bartlett, Myran’s grandmother, said families “shouldn’t be begging” governments to search the landfill. “I am still here fighting to get the landfill search done,” Bartlett said during a Thursday news conference hosted by AMC in Winnipeg. “This is our women. There’s no reason for them to be in that landfill…. If we weren’t First Nations people, I am pretty damn sure they’d be looking real quick.”
WATCH | ‘We shouldn’t be begging’ for search, grandmother says:
‘We shouldn’t be begging,’ family says as calls for landfill search continue
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Donna Bartlett, grandmother of Marcedes Myran, says racism is to blame for a lack of action by three levels of government on a landfill search for the remains of Myran and Morgan Harris, two Manitoba First Nations women believed to be victims of a serial killer.
Jeremy Skibicki has been charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of Myran, Harris, and a fourth woman who has not been identified, but whom community members have named Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe, or Buffalo Woman.
When announcing those charges in December 2022, Winnipeg police Chief Danny Smyth said investigators had decided against searching Prairie Green, saying a search wasn’t feasible.
Skibicki had earlier been charged in connection with the death of Rebecca Contois, whose partial remains were found in 2022 at Brady Road landfill in south Winnipeg. He’s pleaded not guilty on all four first-degree murder charges and is scheduled to go to trial in April.
- New report on landfill search is now in families’ hands, Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs says
- A timeline of what we know about 4 slain Winnipeg women and alleged serial killer Jeremy Skibicki
The decision against searching Prairie Green was disputed by loved ones of the victims, First Nations leaders, politicians and others. In the months that followed, a feasibility study was ordered to look into what a search would entail.
The original report released last year said a search could be done, with certain safety measures in place.
Merrick said the new report builds on that. It was sent on Wednesday to Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew and Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham.
WATCH | ‘Our women do not belong in landfills,’ says grand chief:
‘Our women do not belong in landfills,’ Manitoba grand chief says
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Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Cathy Merrick urges people to remember how the families of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran feel whenever talking about a potential search of a Manitoba landfill for their remains.
AMC said it won’t be releasing the full report publicly. The report identifies two paths forward on a search, said Merrick, including one on an expedited timeline.
She urged the federal and provincial governments to commit to a firm timeline, with a start date this year, after they have reviewed the report. “No more delays, no more vague promises,” said Merrick. “I speak with urgency and expect action from the governments.”
Search ‘could be completed quite quickly’
Kris Dueck, an adviser with Rocky Mountain Forensic Consulting on the report, said its seven subsections include details on equipment and land acquisition needed to build a plant where landfill materials would be reviewed.
The land would need to be big enough to accommodate a 50,000-square-foot building along with yard space for vehicles, said Dueck.
Other sections of the report touch on human resources and staffing requirements, excavation and remediation efforts, trucking and processing materials to the sorting plant, forensics, and health and safety considerations, he said, speaking via video at the news conference.
Dueck said the federal government asked the group to address risk mitigation and personal protective gear needed for a search effort. That information is also in the report, he said.
Sean Sparling with ISN (Investigative Solutions Network) Maskwa — the group hired as technical experts for the report — said the effort could be done safely and would require hiring 30 to 40 people, with about a dozen on shift at any given time.
He estimated it would take six months to staff a search, build the facility and get started. The previous feasibility report timeline of one to three years for a search was based on how much material searchers could move per day, said Sparling.
- ‘High-risk’ search of Manitoba landfill for remains feasible, says forensic anthropologist who led study
- How do you safely search a landfill? And other questions about possible search for remains of 2 women
“It could be completed quite a bit quicker than what was previously reported,” he said, adding they already have a good sense of what section of the landfill to focus on.
Melissa Robinson, Morgan Harris’s cousin, said she believes a search will start this summer — but she called on Winnipeg’s mayor to help ensure that.
WATCH | Calls for Winnipeg mayor to act on landfill search:
Calls for Winnipeg mayor to act on landfill search
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Melissa Robinson, the cousin of Morgan Harris — one of two women whose remains are believed to be in a Manitoba landfill — called on Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham to provide land to use for sifting through garbage in a potential search for the remains.
She said in a meeting six months ago, Gillingham committed to set aside land where a structure could be built to sort through material and run other operations during a search. “Six months later we still have yet to hear from him,” said Robinson. “We’re always talking about reconciliation.… [Gillingham] talks a good game. He needs to produce some land now.”
A spokesperson with the mayor’s office said that after that meeting, Gillingham asked the city’s public service to explore whether there are any city lands in the area of Prairie Green — which is located just outside city limits — that could be used for a facility.
“Further discussions are pending an agreement between the senior levels of government and AMC on a search plan. This information was shared with AMC in September,” the spokesperson said in an emailed statement.
The 2023 feasibility study estimated the search would cost $84 million to $184 million.
Merrick declined to share any updated cost estimates from the new report but suggested “it’s not the high end” that was previously reported. “How do you put a dollar amount on that?” said Robinson. “That should not matter.”
‘Lay our relatives to rest’
Manitoba’s previous Progressive Conservative government refused to move forward with a search, citing safety concerns and hazards identified in that study that crews might face. The NDP, elected last October, has committed to searching the landfill.
A spokesperson for Families Minister Nahanni Fontaine said the NDP government has received the AMC report and will be reviewing it. “The next step will be to work with the families on a strong path forward that delivers on our commitment” to a search, the spokesperson said in an emailed statement.
- Manitoba premier suggests landfill search could jeopardize ‘judicial process.’ What might that mean?
- Human-rights complaint against Manitoba NDP government over landfill search ‘not accurate,’ minister says
The federal government put up $740,000 last year for the latest report.
Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree thanked Long Plain First Nation and the AMC for their work in a Thursday statement, promising to work with them, the affected families, Manitoba and other partners “to bring healing and closure.”
The federal government is now reviewing the report, Anandasangaree wrote. “We expect to meet in the near future,” he said in the statement.
Grand Chief Garrison Settee of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak, which represents northern Manitoba First Nations, said Thursday he hopes that once funding starts to move that there will be “no interference” in the work. “This is the most tragic way of trying to find our families in a landfill, and it’s so inhumane what has been done to them,” he said. “Let the work be commenced as soon as possible so that we can begin to lay our relatives to rest.”
WATCH | Full news conference announcing completion of new landfill search report:
New details on possibility of Manitoba landfill search to be released
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The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is expected to release information from a new report on the possibility of searching a Winnipeg-area landfill for the remains of two First Nations women.
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Two Romanian nationals who previously lived in Ketchum have lost their U.S. citizenship and are facing deportation after being convicted of the federal crime of unlawful procurement of citizenship.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Boise reported this week that loss of citizenship for Alina Fenesan, 32, and Florin Fleischer, 34, was ordered by U.S. District Judge Edward Lodge at sentencing Monday in federal court. Lodge also placed the couple on probation for two years and fined them each $1,000.
Following sentencing, Fenesan and Fleischer were turned over to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and likely face deportation back to Romania. The U.S. Attorney’s Office reported that they pleaded guilty in 2012 to unlawful procurement of citizenship by marriage fraud.
According to a news release, both Fenesan and Fleischer were married to U.S. citizens in 2003 but neither ever lived with their new spouse. However, because of the marriages, both were able to later obtain U.S. citizenship.
The news release states that once citizenship was obtained, Fenesan and Fleischer divorced their spouses and married each other.
The case was investigated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations.
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17th Week in Ordinary Time, Monday (Year II)
Jesus proposed a parable to the crowds. “The Kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a person took and sowed in a field. It is the smallest of all the seeds, yet when full-grown it is the largest of plants. It becomes a large bush, and the ‘birds of the sky come and dwell in its branches.’”
The Kingdom of heaven has small beginnings, like a mustard seed; in fact, smaller than a mustard seed—a microscopic cell in a mother’s womb!
Infinity has an affinity for the little and the weak, the underdog among the kings and rulers of the world. The sensible eye measures greatness by size and quantity, but divine energy is indifferent to circumscribed shapes and forms. In the Eye of Infinity, a mustard seed is a cosmos and a galaxy an ant.
In the divine stratagem of the Three One Council, a heavenly seed was planted in Mother Earth through a lowly Virgin Mother. From this seed rooted in creation’s soil, a new theandric organism began to grow and grow toward the Triune Sun.
He spoke to them another parable. “The Kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed with three measures of wheat flour until the whole batch was leavened.”
Earthly clay received the leaven of divine grace and energy to transform darkness into light, and stony hardness into supple life. Through the Incarnate Logos, the cosmos was overshadowed by the Spirit, transforming the whole batch one person at a time.
All these things Jesus spoke to the crowds in parables. He spoke to them only in parables, to fulfill what had been said through the prophet: I will open my mouth in parables, I will announce what has lain hidden from the foundation of the world.
From our earthly frame of reference, a mustard seed and yeast are small in comparison to the full-grown bush and expanded dough they yield. Relative comparisons give us perspective to appreciate the power of humble, hidden grace.
Yet grace is immeasurable, boundless and indivisible. Clocks and rulers cannot measure its speed or length. Infinity has no frame of reference and therefore no measures. Heaven expands from a zygote.

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EU looks for united voice on China
SpaceWar.com reports: “EU foreign ministers meet Friday to seek a common approach on lessening Europe’s reliance on China and coaxing Beijing to take a tougher stance on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Brussels is urging the European Union’s 27 nations to get on the same page on how they deal with China as a more assertive Beijing flexes its influence on the world stage.
Speaking at the European Parliament this week, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz admitted relations were getting tougher as ‘rivalry and competition on the side of China have certainly increased’.
He backed calls for a ‘smart de-risking’ by slashing Europe’s dependence on China for key materials, but there is no appetite to sever all ties with the world’s second-biggest economy.
‘There is a desire to avoid confrontation with China, even if disputes are multiplying,’ said Elvire Fabry from the Jacques Delors Institute think tank…”View Original Article


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Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has called on government to channel resources into uplifting the state of the pitch at the Accra Sports stadium after the team’s 7-1 victory over Mauritius on Sunday.
A brace each from Gyan and highly impressive Jordan Ayew coupled with goals each from Christian Atsu, Jeffrey Schlupp and David Accam ensured that Mauritian Sophine Jean Pierre’s goal was only a consolation in their 7-1 thumping of the visitors.
Before the game both Gyan and coach of the side Avram Grant had bitterly complained about the state of the pitch with the excessive use clearly having an effect on the pitch.
‘The pitch wasn’t good but we had to adapt so we can be able to get this victory that we all desired,’ The Al Ain striker told the press after the game
‘We were aided by the weather which helped us a bit I am appealing to government to help improve the pitch here at the Accra sports stadium.’
Ghana’s heavy win puts them in pole position in group H ahead of Rwanda who got an important away victory against Mozambique.
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Driving in Toronto can be a daunting task, even for seasoned motorists. With its bustling streets, complex intersections, and unpredictable traffic patterns, navigating the city’s roads requires skill, patience, and a keen understanding of the rules of the road.
For those seeking to obtain their driver’s license, mastering Toronto’s challenging driving test routes is essential. In this post, we’ll uncover some of the most notorious driving test routes in the city and offer tips for successfully navigating them.
- Downtown Congestion: Driving through downtown Toronto during rush hour is a test of patience and precision. With congested streets, aggressive drivers, and pedestrians darting across intersections, navigating this area requires a calm demeanor and quick reflexes. Test routes often include major thoroughfares like Yonge Street and University Avenue, where drivers must contend with heavy traffic, multiple lanes, and frequent lane changes. Tip: Practice defensive driving techniques, anticipate sudden stops, and be aware of your surroundings. Stay focused and avoid distractions to ensure a smooth and safe journey through downtown.
- Queen’s Park Circle: Queen’s Park Circle, surrounding the provincial legislature, is notorious for its complex layout and challenging traffic patterns. With multiple lanes, sharp turns, and merging traffic, navigating this roundabout requires careful planning and precise execution. Test routes often incorporate this area to assess a driver’s ability to navigate roundabouts and handle merging situations effectively. Tip: Approach roundabouts with caution, yield to vehicles already in the circle, and signal your intentions. Maintain a safe following distance and be prepared to adjust your speed as traffic conditions change.
- Gardiner Expressway: The Gardiner Expressway, a vital artery connecting downtown Toronto to the western suburbs, presents its own set of challenges for drivers. With high speeds, multiple lanes, and frequent lane merges, navigating this highway requires confidence and awareness. Test routes may include segments of the Gardiner to assess a driver’s ability to maintain a consistent speed, merge safely, and navigate highway exits. Tip: Familiarize yourself with highway driving techniques, including proper merging, lane changes, and maintaining a safe following distance. Stay alert for signs indicating upcoming exits and be prepared to adjust your speed accordingly.
- Chinatown and Kensington Market: The vibrant neighborhoods of Chinatown and Kensington Market offer a unique set of challenges for drivers. Narrow streets, limited parking, and heavy pedestrian traffic require drivers to navigate with caution and patience. Test routes often include these areas to assess a driver’s ability to navigate tight spaces, yield to pedestrians, and parallel park effectively.Tip: Slow down and exercise extra caution when driving through residential neighborhoods and busy shopping districts. Watch for pedestrians crossing the street and be prepared to stop suddenly if necessary. Practice parallel parking in advance to ensure confidence and proficiency on test day.
- The Danforth:Stretching across Toronto’s east end, the Danforth is known for its bustling shopping district and diverse cultural attractions. Narrow lanes, frequent stops, and bustling streetcar traffic make navigating this area a challenge for drivers. Test routes may include segments of the Danforth to assess a driver’s ability to navigate city streets, make turns at intersections, and share the road with cyclists and pedestrians.Tip: Remain vigilant and watch for cyclists and streetcars when driving along the Danforth. Signal your intentions clearly and check your blind spots before making turns or changing lanes. Stay calm and focused to navigate this bustling area safely.
In conclusion, mastering Toronto’s challenging driving test routes requires practice, patience, and a thorough understanding of the rules of the road. By familiarizing yourself with the city’s unique traffic patterns and practicing defensive driving techniques, you can increase your chances of success on test day. Remember to stay calm, focused, and alert, and always prioritize safety above all else. With determination and preparation, you can conquer Toronto’s roads and earn your driver’s license with confidence.


Children often play at whose father is strongest of them all. These verbal proclamations of might are usually escalated to a point of exasperated hyperbole, with no winner yet to be recorded in known history.
And so, much like a child pontificating on a school playground, King Goodwill Zwelithini would like us to measure his Zulu regiment against the South African National Defence Force soldiers who, he argues, cannot even keep “foreigners” out. So, when the government comes to take “our” land, the Zulu regiment will be ready to defeat them, he announces. His utterances are a gnashing of teeth and a beating of spears on shields. It is a threat. Oh, and just in case, please can the Zulu nation unite to deposit at least R5 into an account so the government can be hauled to court?
This is a fight that has been long in the making, but has always been deferred in the interest of political expediency.
Zwelithini’s utterances would be laughable if they also weren’t so dangerous. The king is intent on selling the simplistic but untrue narrative that “the government is coming to take our land”. “Our land,” he says.
But the Kgalema Motlanthe high-level panel, listening to the inhabitants of the Ingonyama Trust Board-administered land, found a different reality.
“We live in great hardship in South Africa. We are dispossessed of our land by development, the mines, and we get no compensation or benefits out of the so-called development on our ancestral land. We are not consulted. We have turned into nonentities with nothing, and yet we are the rightful owners of the land,” one KwaZulu-Natal resident told the Motlanthe panel.
Yet it’s “our land”, the king says.
The Ingonyama Trust Board’s custodianship over 2.8‑million hectares of land, about a third of KwaZulu-Natal, was a result of a deal between the National Party apartheid government and the Inkatha Freedom Party, shortly before the transition to democracy in 1994. Its sole trustee is Zwelithini.
Still, even this “sweetheart” deal had its limitations, with the board historically riding roughshod over the law and thumbing its nose at all constitutionally mandated oversight bodies. More directly, the board has treated the people who occupy this land like cattle.
Late last year, the Ingonyama Trust advertised that it was moving from the apartheid-era model of permission-to-occupy permits to 40-year leases, with 10% annual escalations. The plots would have to be fenced within six month and all buildings on the property at the end of the lease period would be ceded to the trust. This was done to increase revenue for the trust, to supplement its income from existing rentals or leases amounting to R96‑million (in the 2015-2016 financial year), added to its nearly R20‑million government subsidy. Yet the trust says it is cash-strapped.
Parliament has instructed the board to stop issuing leases. Historically, it largely disregarded directives, as it has with accounting for money and doling out mining and business leases. But Parliament has adopted a tougher stance, flowing from the ANC’s December resolution to dissolve the trust, despite the serious political consequences the ruling party is likely to face.
The land belongs to the people, the ANC affirmed. Zwelithini has reacted with bluster and threats, seemingly ignoring the report’s contents that speak the words of people who say they are homeless on their own land.
These sentiments led the Motlanthe fact-finding mission to conclude: “Not since 1986, when the policy of forced removals was abandoned by the apartheid government after concerted resistance by rural people, have rural people been as structurally vulnerable to dispossession as they are currently.”
These are the same people from whom Zwelithini derives his legitimacy. Through the actions of the Ingonyama Trust Board, which faces a barrage of court action related to evictions and land ownership, it becomes clear that what’s at stake is not “our” land but rather the king’s claimed land.
By attacking people’s basic plea for dignity, the war the king threatens is really on the people he claims to lead and protect.


AAI mourns Pratima Boro`s death
New Delhi: The Archery Association of India (AAI) on Saturday expressed deep shock and sorrow at the untimely death of young archer Pratima Boro. Pratima allegedly committed suicide in the National Archery Coaching Camp at Pune.
In a statement, AAI president Vijay Kumar Malhotra said Pratima`s death is a great loss for the entire archery fraternity adding that she was one of the rising stars of Indian archery. On behalf of the AAI, Malhotra conveyed condolences to her family members.
Hailing from Kokrajhar, Assam, Pratima started her career with Tata Archery Academy, Jamshedpur where she spent four years before joining Indian Railways. She represented India at sub-junior, junior and senior levels.
The Assamese won Individual Gold and Team Silver in Asian Grand Prix at Tehran in 2008. She played an important role in winning Team Gold in the South Asian Archery Championship, Jamshedpur in 2009. Pratima last attended an individual event at the Asian Grand Prix and Youth Asian Championship in Dhaka in 2011, where she won Team Gold.
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This is a music box that can be DIY melodies, which children are free to create musical melodies or arrange existing movements, which can greatly stimulate their musical talents and hands-on skills. The children put the "salient point" into the corresponding holes to combine them into a movement according to their own ideas, and then turn the shaft to make a sound.
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Spotted at Brigg, I’m simply amazed at how a skinny belt (from H&M, no less!) can elevate even the most basic of Ikea clocks. By drilling (or hot glue-gunning, I’m hoping?) a leather belt to the frame of a less-than-gorgeous clock, you can achieve a unique timepiece dripping with style.
So easy, right? My jaw has officially dropped!
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…decorate your kitchen, DIY style?
Decorating genius Suki of Helsinki has this fabulous tip to offer apartment dwellers, renters – or anyone with a fickle decorating sense, for that matter: design with tape! Simple electrical tape, masking tape or even washi tape can turn the most average kitchen into a design haven for you and yours.
Go ahead; have some fun. It’s only temporary – what do you have to lose?
Vintage suitcases are all the rage these days, and I feel like I’ve seen them in every possible reiteration: nightstands, pet beds, end tables – even planters. Yet after stumbling upon this image of Ki Nassauer’s living room, I’ll never look at an average suitcase DIY the same way:
Yes, that’s right. Vintage suitcases turned into shelving! Genius idea, and brilliant execution. I love how the vintage tones and textures of the suitcase sing against a muted blue wall, perfectly styled with quirky accessories and a mid-century credenza. The look just screams personal style, doesn’t it?
What do you think, friends? Would you try this look in your home – and do you have the patience to find the perfect vintage suitcases for the job? Spill in the comment section below!
I'm in the middle of a renovating mess, attempting to transform a run-down, Midwestern ranch into a Scandinavian-inspired rustic cabin. Naturally, when renovating, budgets are top of mind, so I've been scouring my favorite design and decor blogs in search of DIY ideas that won't break the bank (or my back!). Lucky for you, I've stumbled on three top-notch ideas that are equal parts rustic, glam and quirky (my official recipe for style!). Care to tackle a few of these goodies?: A recycled piece of scrap wood and a few thick twigs are transformed into a row of unexpected coat hooks with this easy DIY. Bonus? Get the goods from your own backyard for the ultimate in budget crafting! Via Poppytalk Love the look of antlers and horns, but hate the idea of taxidermy in your home? Get creative with a few scraps of construction paper and some wooden plaques from your local craft store. Via Design*Sponge Of course, for the ultimate in rustic luxuries, a wire-framed pendant is a must. To get the look, simply turn a basket upside down, secure with an exposed bulb lighting kit and "poof!" — instant rustic glamour. Via ReadyMade Feel like tackling a few projects this week? Just how rustic can you go?


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Authentic Soul - Beyond Trends & Appearances
The V9 is the new incarnation of the purest spirit of Moto Guzzi. A spirit that brooks no compromise. A spirit that, with every choice, proudly states: I am what I am. The V9 is just that: authentic in every design detail; authentic in its use of strong and high-quality materials such as steel and aluminum, and in the choice of prestigious components; authentic in the agility with which it reacts to your riding; and authentic in the exciting torque of the new 850cc engine.
V9 ROAMER: MOTO GUZZI'S COSMOPOLITAN CUSTOM
Versatility has always been a key factor in the success of custom Moto Guzzis. Guzzi enthusiasts have ridden the big California as well as the small Nevada down busy city streets and, with a few modifications for luggage, on long and adventurous journeys. The new V9 Roamer picks up on the legacy of the legendary Nevada 750, still in the range, with updates, after over 20 years. Glamorous, easy, convenient and rewarding to ride, like all Moto Guzzi, the V9 Roamer is the Italian custom bike dedicated to the citizens of the world. The Piaggio Group Style Centre developed the design, with input from the PADC (Piaggio Advanced Design Center) in Pasadena (California), the birthplace of motorcycle trends that spread to the corners of the earth. The V9 Roamer is a superb combination of a classic and essential style with high-level finishing’s, showing off the unique architecture of the new 850 twin-cylinder. Great care has gone into the details of the new wheel rims (19" front and 16" rear) painted in matt black and treated with a diamond-cut finish, as well as the new multi-function digital dashboard with a single circular dial. On board comfort is provided by a comfortable and relaxed riding position, which is nevertheless active and suited to getting the most out of the ride qualities of the V9 Roamer. The long padded seat, decorated with the Moto Guzzi logo stitched with grey thread has a ground clearance of just 30.5 in (775 mm) and is combined with a raised chrome handlebar and the correct placement of the forged aluminum footrests. This triangulation thus offers all bikers riding comfort, ease of handling of the vehicle when stationary and feeling during dynamic riding. The V9 also continues Moto Guzzi's successful tradition of keeping the overall weight to a minimum. If the V7 II and California 1400 are already among the lightest bikes in their respective segments. The V9's kerb weight of 438 lbs. (199 Kg) is a true record for its class. The reduced mass, combined with the V9 Roamer's superb riding quality and great low-end torque offered by the new 850 two-cylinder, gives feeling, handling and unique riding pleasure. The V9 Roamer is a true mid-size light motorcycle, not just for people who love and know Moto Guzzi motorcycle culture, but also for anyone who has always loved the design of custom motorcycles, but has never bought one because of the weight and poor handling of almost all models in the sector.
NEW 850 TWIN-CYLINDER MOTO GUZZI ENGINE
The V9 Roamer and the V9 Bobber have a new power unit, as usual built at the Moto Guzzi plant in Mandello del Largo. This is of course a 90° transverse V-twin air and oil cooled engine, a set-up used in all current Moto Guzzi engines, albeit with different engine capacities and performance, which provides excellent riding dynamics and a unique sound. It was developed with the explicit aim of maximizing torque and elasticity, key aspects for ensuring riding pleasure and on road fun. Starting from the bottom of the engine, the new aluminum crankcase stiffened at the key points, has a new oil pan and an inertia calibrated crankshaft for liveliness and the correct engine braking. Inside the lubrication system is designed to dispose of the greater heat capacity and reduce power absorption to the benefit of both performance and fuel consumption. The ventilation system reduces power loss due to pumping within the crank chambers and a new low flow oil pump that absorbs less power. The oil pump suction pipe is new as is the bypass valve. There are new piston cooling oil jets with check valve and flow management. The alternator cover is also new and now includes the blow-by gas output.
In the upper part of the engine, the thermodynamics are completely new. Aluminum heads, pistons and cylinders are designed to make the most of the engine's characteristics. Its cubic capacity is provided by bore and stroke values of 84x77 mm. Distribution is controlled by a pushrod system and there are two valves per cylinder set at an incline in the head (and no longer parallel, as on the V7 II engine). The fuel supply uses a one-piece Marelli electronic injection system. The electronic engine control unit is new. Of note is the presence in the entrance heads of the auxiliary air system, which, combined with the three-way catalytic converter, the double oxygen sensor and the total redesign of the engine, bring the twin 850 Moto Guzzi into compliance with EU4 standards. The unit is capable of 45.7 ft lb (62 Nm) of torque at just 3,000 revs/min, with a maximum power of 55 HP at 6,250 r/min, figures that show Moto Guzzi's commitment to achieving high levels of torque even at low rpms. This engine boasts surprising a character and responsiveness, which contribute to a really exciting riding experience.
Another innovative aspect of the 850 Moto Guzzi engine is the 170 mm diameter single dry plate clutch, providing a perfect transmission of torque and power with no jerkiness or hesitation. This increases robustness and reliability over time and decreases the load on the handlebar lever, for better controllability and riding comfort. The six-speed gearbox is new, precise and with a soft clutch, which benefits from unprecedented ratios that make the most of the torque and engine power. The final transmission is carried out by a new double-jointed drive shaft offset by the increased size and the new bevel gear, which provides solid and reliable management of the powerful torque supplied by the twin engine. The cast aluminum swingarm has been designed and sized to support engine performance, as well as to accommodate the new 150 mm tire.
CHASSIS ARCHITECTURE: THE QUALITY OF THE MOTO GUZZI TRADITION
Carlo Guzzi was probably the first person to grasp the importance of a frame able to exploit the full potential of the engine and a suspension unit that responds perfectly to the imperfections in the road surface. Indeed, the Norge GT of 1928 was the first motorcycle with a "spring frame", equipped with front and rear suspension, bringing enormous advantages in terms of safety and riding pleasure. The Moto Guzzi tradition is replete with models recognized for their excellent ride qualities. In terms of custom motorcycles, we should really mention the California, which in 1970, under the name V7 Police, was bought by the LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department) after a series of tough tests.
On the back of this tradition, Moto Guzzi now builds motorcycles like the V7 II and the fleet of the big 1400s, which are real benchmarks in terms of handling in their respective segments. The V9 is the latest jewel from Moto Guzzi for riding pleasure and effectiveness. The new steel twin tube cradle frame creates optimal weight distribution on the front and rear of the engine, thereby providing the rideability and dynamic balance typical of all motorcycles built at Mandello del Lario. The designers paid special attention to the front, which has gussets in the steering head and new slope and trail abilities, making for a superb ride with the perfect combination of handling and stability, as well as precision and feeling. In addition the entire structure benefited from care and finishing of the details, including welding and painting. The suspension is also new, using traditional long-travel (130 mm) inverted forks and a new pair of spring preload adjustable shock absorbers connected to the frame, which provide a gradual and controlled response at all times. The braking system is dedicated to the V9: the forecarriage has a new pump and Brembo opposed four-piston callipers against a 320 mm steel disc. At the rear a pump with integrated tank activates a 260 mm disc and a two-piston floating calliper.
EQUIPMENT: ALL FOR SAFETY AND RIDING PLEASURE
Like all recent Moto Guzzi, the V9 also has a full set of advanced electronic systems, placed very discreetly inside the vehicle, making riding safer and easier. The motorcycles come with a standard advanced two-channel ABS, non-invasive in normal riding, but that prevent the wheels from locking when really needed and the well-known MGCT (Moto Guzzi Traction Control), Moto Guzzi's advanced traction control integrated with the electronic engine management system and adjustable in two different levels of operation and that are deactivable, ensuring better grip of the rear tire on any road surface, reducing engine torque if necessary through a reduction of the advance of the engine. Other standard features include an immobilizer and USB port located under the steering head, useful for charging external devices.
The new electronic instrumentation, with a single circular dial, is also consistent with the style of the two the V9s. The speedometer has an analogue dial, while all other information is contained in the digital box: odometer, partial trip and daily trip (with automatic reset after eight hours after shutdown), the trip time, instantaneous and average fuel consumption, clock, outside temperature, average speed, MGCT level, in addition to the gear position and shift indicator, whose idle and maximum value can be adjusted by the user. In this way the rider can keep a check on a determined range of engine revolutions, for example during the run-in, or to minimize fuel consumption. The extensive catalogue of accessories includes the MG-MP, the Moto Guzzi multimedia platform that connects a smartphone to the vehicle to provide an exceptional quantity of information useful for the journey.
MOTO GUZZI MEDIA PLATFORM CONNECTS THE V9 TO THE WORLD
An optional multimedia platform is available for Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer and V9 Bobber riders. MG-MP is an innovative multimedia system that allows you to connect the bike to your smartphone and consequently to the web. With this application, downloadable free from the App Store and Google Play, your smartphone (iPhone or Android) becomes an actual sophisticated on board multifunctional computer and the link between the vehicle and the Internet.
The wireless connection allows you to simultaneously view a set of vehicle information on a smartphone screen, so you can constantly have an eye on the travel parameters. The smartphone's touch screen allows you to view five parameters of your choice at a time, selected from a vast menu and including the speedometer, rev counter, instant power, instant torque, instant and average fuel consumption, average speed and battery voltage, longitudinal acceleration and extended trip computer. The “Eco Ride” feature helps to limit fuel consumption and to maintain eco-compatible riding conduct, providing a brief assessment of the results obtained during the trip.
You can record trip data and review them on your computer or directly on your smartphone, analysing the distance covered together with the vehicle's operating parameters. The system also allows you to easily locate your vehicle when you park in a strange place, automatically saving the position where it was switched off. MG-MP includes the “Grip Warning” function which replicates the indications on traction control operation for maximum visibility and provides information in real time on your riding performance with relation to the road surface conditions. A dedicated indicator light warns in the event of excessive use of available grip. Thanks to the synergistic use of gyroscopes and the information coming from the vehicle, the smartphone becomes a sophisticated instrument to measure the lean angle in turns thanks to algorithms developed specifically for the new Moto Guzzi. The limit thresholds can be set both for lean angle as well as vehicle and engine speed. When these limits are exceeded the relative indicator lights will come on or the virtual dashboard will flash.


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Reduce your risk of HIV and AIDS
Here are several ways to reduce your risk of HIV infection and developing AIDS.
Always use condoms
Although no form of protection is 100 percent effective in preventing the spread of HIV, wearing a condom during vaginal, anal or oral sex goes a long way. To prevent condom breakage, consider using a water-based lubricant.
Watch the needles
Never share needles or other drug equipment. When getting a tattoo or piercing, ensure the equipment being used is sterilized.
If you work in a health care facility or may be exposed to the virus because of the work you do, take precautions — like wearing gloves and handling needles with care — to protect yourself.
One of the easiest ways to reduce your risk is to take control of your health and to speak with your doctor about your sexual history. An HIV/AIDS blood test let you know whether you’re “clean” (and then you can stay that way).
Research information on the internet from reputable and/or government-originated HIV/AIDS organizations about the virus and how you can prevent it.
If you’re pregnant and may have the virus, speak with your doctor and get tested. Several drugs can now be taken during pregnancy to prevent transmission from mother to fetus. Ask your doctor about these and other options.

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Friday brought positive economic news for the first time since the coronavirus crisis and ensuing government-mandated societal shutdown brought the economy to a halt.
For the month of May, many economists had projected further job losses of up to 8 million and an increase in the unemployment rate to 20 percent. However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that the economy actually added 2.5 million jobs last month and that the unemployment rate fell to 13.3 percent. There is some reason to question these figures, but they are still a sign of a rebounding economy, stemming in large part from the move in many states to reopen businesses and restart economic life.
Regardless, if we want any kind of recovery, we must reject the Democrats’ latest COVID-19 policy proposal. A new report from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office gives us strong reason to believe that if congressional Democrats successfully pass their plan, the economy will suffer—and slip into a welfare state coma.
Here’s the backstory.
In the immediate aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis, Congress wanted to make it financially feasible for workers to stay home amid a pandemic and to provide additional support for those whose employment was terminated during the shutdown. So, the original $2.2 trillion CARES Act stimulus and relief bill added $600 a week in federally funded supplementary unemployment benefits—which, for most workers, meant they could make more money staying home than working.
The example offered by Kentucky small business owner Sky Marietta helps demonstrate how the expansion has gone haywire:
“We basically have this situation where it would be a logical choice for a lot of people to be unemployed,” said Sky Marietta, who opened a coffee shop along with her husband, Geoff, last year in Harlan, Ky… Even though she had customers, Marietta reluctantly decided to close the coffee shop.
“The very people we hired have now asked us to be laid off,” Marietta wrote in a blog post. “Not because they did not like their jobs or because they did not want to work, but because it would cost them literally hundreds of dollars per week to be employed.”
With the federal government now offering $600 a week on top of the state’s unemployment benefits, she recognized her former employees could make more money staying home than they did on the job.
These augmented benefits only even arguably made sense as an extremely short-term provision, but the CARES Act left them in place through July 31. This has actively sabotaged and weakened the economic recovery, as many employers try to rehire their workers but can’t get them to come back to work so long as welfare pays more.
The Heritage Foundation found that this initial unemployment expansion led to 14 million additional Americans filing for unemployment, and a $1 to $1.5 trillion drop in the size of the economy.
Now, congressional Democrats want to double-down on this economic illiteracy. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and her fellow House Democrats—along with a few misguided Republicans such as New York Rep. Peter King—voted to pass the HEROES Act, a follow-up COVID-19 bill which extends the augmented benefits through January 2021.
Basic economics tells us that paying people more to stay home on welfare until the new year is a recipe for disaster, not economic recovery.
After all, people respond to incentives. And, naturally, when you make the payoff to returning work less financially attractive, fewer people will choose to do so. It doesn’t make these individuals evil or lazy, just human. (If you could stay home and not have your income drop off, wouldn’t you?) But encouraging this phenomenon on a widespread scale through government policy creates dependency, shrinks production, and lowers the standard of living. Also, it only discourages economic growth and recovery.
The CBO’s report examined the proposed unemployment extension in detail, and the results offer a jarring confirmation of everything economic theory would have predicted.
It finds that under the Democrats’ proposal, 4 in 5 unemployment insurance beneficiaries would earn more staying on benefits than they would by working. That means tens of millions of Americans would face every financial incentive not to go back to work.
The CBO does predict that extending the benefits would provide a brief boost to economic output because people would spend more money in the short-term. This is an optimistic projection that relies on dubious assumptions that spending boosts the economy, which other economists contest. More importantly, the CBO finds that extending the benefits means unemployment will be higher throughout 2020 and 2021, and that it will decrease the size of the economy in 2021.
Per the report, the unemployment expansion “would weaken incentives to work as people compared the benefits available during unemployment to their potential earnings, and those weakened incentives would in turn tend to decrease output and employment.” But in an interesting twist that has to some degree gone overlooked amid the focus on employment impacts, the CBO also points out that the budget deficits run up by extending the program will contribute to the economic slide.
“In the short term, the increased spending from the additional benefits would have a much larger effect on output than would the increased deficits,” the report reads. “In the longer term, those deficits would drive interest rates up—lowering investment and the economy’s maximum sustainable output.”
Many skeptics are warning against this path.
“It was one thing to deploy enhanced unemployment benefits for a limited time to help complement public health policy,” noted the Washington Examiner editorial board. “It’s another thing entirely to create an enduring entitlement that is going to be a barrier to getting the economy moving again.”
“[The HEROES Act] reduces incentives to re‐enter the labor market, negatively affecting an eventual economic recovery,” the Cato Institute’s Jeffrey Miron and Erin Partin wrote. “Especially as businesses re‐open, the economy will need a ready supply of workers, perhaps in industries different from where the unemployed originally worked.”
The solution here is quite clear: It’s economically illiterate and illogical to extend welfare benefits that pay more than work through the new year. But unfortunately, the Democratic push to do so was always inevitable after the original provision was passed.
Once the welfare state expands, politicians have a strong political incentive to disregard the laws of economics and keep the programs in place into perpetuity. It was Nobel laureate Milton Friedman who said “Nothing is so permanent as a temporary government program.” This principle, articulated by many other economic philosophers as well, has borne out time and time again.
This case is no different. Indeed, it will be easy to malign Republicans who vote against extending benefits as cruel and heartless, while sympathetic liberal media outlets will paint Democrats as kind and compassionate for their support for down-on-their-luck workers.
But the laws of economics are not susceptible to emotional appeals. If the Democrats’ welfare expansion plans become law, economic reality will mug their good intentions—and the American economy will pay the price.


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The gf pizza was under cooked and soggy. The first time i ordered gf pasta, it was okay. The last two times it was as though they didn't drain the pasta. Ton of water in the container. Very disappointed .
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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it was nice to finally have ravioli! plenty of choices on their menu! very good!
Owner is very familiar with celiac disease. If you are craving a delicious pasta dish definitely check them out!

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Could the Windswept song be from Showtime's Twin Peaks revival?
May 8, 2017
Collection of unreleased tracks includes music from Showtime's Twin Peaks, Chromatics, and Desire.
May 4, 2017
As well as previously unheard material from Jewel and his project Symmetry.
October 6, 2016
Limited edition clear vinyl now available through Italians Do It Better.
October 23, 2013
Start clearing up that credit card.
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Northwestern University | 2018-Present
Doctoral candidate, Driskill Graduate Program, Chicago, IL
Vanderbilt University | 2014-2018
Bachelor of Arts – Molecular & Cellular Biology, with honors Minor in Chinese Language and Culture, Nashville, TN
Graduate Student | Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Jennie Lin Lab, Dept. of Nephrology and Hypertension
Thesis project: Determining the role of APOL1 risk variants in kidney macrophages and their contribution to kidney injury and disease.
Presented research at American Heart Association meeting (May 2019) and departmental seminars (Dec 2018, Dec 2019)
Undergraduate Research Assistant | Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Jan 2015-May 2018
Fiona Yull Lab, Dept. of Pharmacology
Project: NF-kappaB signaling in macrophages for the development of tumors in ovarian cancer in mouse models, using a transgenic model as well as a liposomal and nanoparticle-based NF-kappaB activator
Presented posters at American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting (Apr. 2018) and Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center/Department of Cancer Biology Retreat (Nov. 2016, 2017)
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow | Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
May 2017-Aug 2017
Andre van Wijnen Lab, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Project: Role of epigenetic regulators on Brd2 and Brd4 proteins in the role of osteoblast development in mouse mesenchymal stem cells with pharmacological inhibitors.
Presented poster at Summer Student Symposium to Mayo Clinic faculty and physicians (Aug. 2017)
Research Assistant | University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
July 2013-Aug 2016
Donald Burke Lab, Dept. of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology
Project: Testing and designing RNA aptamers which bind to and inhibit HIV-1 Reverse Transcriptase and tested constructs in vivo.
Designed and created DNA constructs, assisted in research experiments and completed general lab chores
Trained new undergraduate and high school students
Presented poster at Summer Undergraduate Research Fair (2015, 2016)
Laboratory and Research Skills
Microbiology and Biochemistry Skills: qRT-PCR, immunohistochemistry, western blot, flow cytometry, chromatin immunoprecipitation, ELISA, transmission electron microscopy, bacterial culture and cloning, CRISPR-aided gene editing, plasmid design, plasmid DNA prep, DNA extraction, stem cell culture, in vitro infectivity assays
Animal Skills: rodent handling, mouse breeding and colony management, administering injections, oral gavage, in vivo imaging, survival surgery, tumor implantation, rodent autopsy and sample collection
Skilled in working in Linux environments
Skilled in R, Python, and MATLAB programming
Experienced in quantitative data analysis and presentation with various programs: R, MATLAB, GraphPad, SigmaPlot, Microsoft Office
Vice President of External Affairs | 2022-Present
Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Committee Member | 2020-Present
Northwestern University COVID Committee Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Advocacy Committee Chair | 2019-2021
Chicago Graduate Student Association (CGSA) Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Student Representative | 2019-Present
Chicago Student Health Advisory Committee Northwestern University, Chicago IL
Awards and Honors
Nov. 2021 - May 2023
Chicago KUH FORWARD Training Grant (NIDDK: TL1DK132769)
Award for Outstanding Research in Biological Sciences
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
$6,000 awarded for undergraduate research during summer
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Hoover AA, Hufnagel DH, Harris W, Bullock K, Glass EB, Liu E, Barham W, Crispens MA, Khabele D, Giorgio TD, Wilson AJ, Yull FE. Increased canonical NF-kappaB signaling specifically in macrophages is sufficient to limit tumor progression in syngeneic murine models of ovarian cancer. BMC Cancer. 2020;20: 970.
Lantz C, Radmanesh B, Liu E, Thorp EB, Lin J. Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Uncovers Hetergenous Transcriptional Signatures in Macrophages during Efferocytosis. Sci Rep. 2020;10: 14333.
Liu E, Radmanesh B, Chung B, Donnan M, Yi D, Dadi A, Smith K, Himmelfarb J, Li M, Freedman BS, Lin J. Profiling APOL1 Nephropathy Risk Variants in Genome-Edited Kidney Organoids with Single-Cell Transcriptomics. Kidney360. 2020;1: 203–215.
Paradise CR, Galvan ML, Kubrova E, Bowden S, Liu E, Carstens MF, Thaler R, Stein, GS, van Wijnen AJ, Dudakovic A. The epigenetic reader Brd4 is required for osteoblast differentiation. Journal of Cellular Physiology. 2020;235: 5293–5304.
Zhang S, Bories G, Lantz C, Emmons R, Becker A, Liu E, Abecassis MM., Yvan-Charvet L, Thorp EB. Immunometabolism of Phagocytes and Relationships to Cardiac Repair. Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine. 2019;6: 42.
Liu E. Using iPSC-derived models to characterize APOL1 renal risk variants. Invited Seminar. Driskill Graduate Program Research Club, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, Dec 2021.
Liu E, Lin J. Uncovering Mechanisms of Risk-Variant APOL1-Modulated Inflammatory Signaling in Macrophages. Poster. Kidney Week, American Society of Nephrology, virtual. Nov 2021
Liu E. Investigation of APOL1 biology through a macrophage lens. Invited Seminar. Feinberg Cardiovascular and Renal Research Institute, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL. Dec 2019.
Liu E. A single-cell approach to study APOL1 risk variants in kidney organoids. Invited Seminar. Feinberg Cardiovascular and Renal Research Institute, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL. Dec 2018.
Liu E, Barham W, Wilson AJ, Masjedi S, Hoover AA, Harris WR, Yull FE. Modulating nuclear factor-kappaB in macrophages in syngeneic mouse models of ovarian cancer with targeted liposomal delivery of drug. Poster. American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL. April 2018.
Liu E, Wilson AJ, Janikiraman S, Hoover AA, Harris WR, Khabele D, Yull FE. Bromodomain inhibition in ovarian cancer and the tumor microenvironment to improve PARP inhibitor response. Poster. American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL. April 2018.
Liu E, Barham W, Wilson AJ, Khabele D, Yull FE. Mouse models of ovarian carcinoma for future studies of modulation of NF-kappaB in macrophages. Poster. Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center Retreat. Nashville, TN. Nov 2017
Liu E, Paradise CR, Dudacovic A, van Wijnen AJ. Investigation of bromodomain-containing proteins BRD2 and BRD4 during osteoblast-lineage commitment. Poster. Summer Student Symposium, Rochester, MN. Aug 2017.

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When you think about any type of contaminants getting into your home, the crawl space may be the last place you look. But it should be the first! Soil contaminants and other debris can easily penetrate your crawl space if you’re not taking the proper precautions.
Soil contaminants include any substance that’s found in the soil that poses a risk to human health. As you can imagine, that can include many different types of contaminants, many of which you may not realize are lurking inside your crawl space and seeping into your home.
As we pinpoint what these contaminants are, we’re also going to look at how your crawl space affects the air quality in your home and how crawl space encapsulation from Crawl Space & Basement Technologies can help to prevent soil contaminants from entering.
How Your Crawl Space Affects the Air Quality in Your Home
Did you know that approximately 60% of the air on the first floor of your home enters through the crawl space? This happens by way of voids in your floor and subfloor, small gaps, and leaks in your ductwork.
Also, consider that all of the bacteria and stagnant odors that are under your home are also getting into your living spaces. If that’s not bad enough, the heated and cooled air from your HVAC system is also seeping down into the crawl space. With so many potential contaminants getting into your home, it can result in respiratory problems, skin issues, and allergies due to poor air quality.
Types of Soil Contaminants That May be Lurking in Your Crawl Space
The types of soil contaminants that may be lurking in your crawl space can be pretty alarming and dangerous. This is why you want to be aware of them and take action to prevent them from entering your home.
These are some contaminants you’ll want to be aware of:
As uranium decays it produces radon, a hazardous radioactive gas. Uranium is found in nearly all types of soil. Radon can be found in crawl spaces with bare-earth floors. The gas is then passed into living spaces.
If you’re living with radon in your home for a long time, it can lead to damaged lung tissue, and lung cancer in some cases.
Asbestos is a mineral fiber that is used in many construction materials like insulation. It is typically found in rocks and soil. But, asbestos exposure can lead to serious health issues. If the insulation in a crawl space is contaminated with asbestos and is disturbed, the particles can be released into the air. When this happens, it can lead to lung damage and mesothelioma, a rare type of cancer. If you have asbestos in your home, you’ll want to have professional cleanup services take care of it as soon as possible.
Mold can also be found in crawl spaces with bare-earth floors. Soil holds moisture that evaporates in the crawl space’s high humidity. This provides the perfect environment for crawl space mold to grow. When this happens the airborne mold spores can pass through cracks in the floor and contaminate your home. Some mold spores are toxic and when inhaled they can lead to rashes, runny noses, and other symptoms.
If you have mold in your crawl space, it requires remediation. The experienced team at Crawl Space & Basement Technologies offers mold remediation services so that you can feel good about the air quality in your home once again.
Many types of benign and pathogenic organisms may be living in soil, including actinomycetes. This is a bacterium with harmful effects on people who have a weakened immune system. This bacteria can produce symptoms that are similar to mold exposure and needs to be removed as soon as possible to prevent any health hazards to people inside your home.
Pesticides are often used on lawns to kill bugs, but they can be dangerous to your health. While the pesticide DDT is no longer available, there are still some pretty toxic pesticides out there that are dangerous and pose health hazards.
If your home happens to be built over farmland, there is also a good chance that pesticides are still in the soil and can get into your crawl space.
Petroleum products are another soil contaminant that may be lurking around your home without your knowledge. If there was petroleum dumped on your property at any time, it may still be in the soil and pose a danger to your home.
How to Prevent Contaminant Exposure with Crawl Space Encapsulation
The best way to prevent contaminants from getting into your crawl space is to encapsulate it. Crawl space encapsulation can eliminate moisture under your home and the problems that come along with it. Any outdoor liquid saturates the soil around your home’s foundation. This moisture in the soil evaporates into your crawlspace, leading to air quality issues.
These moisture sources create a breeding ground for soil contaminants to enter your home. Besides contaminant issues, not sealing off your crawl space can also attract pests and lead to buckled or rotted wooden floors.
When you seal your crawl space, it prevents moisture from evaporating under your home. Warm, humid air can no longer seep through cracks and voids in your foundation. This keeps the space clean and dry and protects the air quality in your home.
Trust Crawl Space & Basement Technologies for Crawl Space Encapsulation Services
If you’re looking to protect your Raleigh home from soil contaminants penetrating your crawl space, call Crawl Space & Basement Technologies for crawl space encapsulation services. Our team has the experience you want to protect your home. We are committed to customer satisfaction and offer a lifetime warranty on our services.
Call us today at [phone] or fill out our online form to schedule an estimate. A trained specialist will visit your home and guide you through the best solutions for your home.


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No Rolling Mainstream Media Coverage Of Two Other Mass Shootings
Source: infowars.comWhile the nation’s mainstream media continues to obsess over the heinous Charleston shooting, two other mass shootings occurred this past weekend in Detroit and Philadelphia, but were barely covered at all, despite the fact that 19 people were shot and 1 person killed.
In Detroit Saturday night, one person was killed and 9 were wounded after a block party turned into a mass shooting:
As reported by The Detroit News, Detroit Police Chief James Craig labeled the culprit/s “urban terrorists”:
“This is a passionate plea for the neighborhood to say something and step up,” Craig said, standing a few feet from a small child’s chair and a table. “These are urban terrorists … We are fortunate we don’t have any young children recovering from a gunshot wound.”
Lieutenant John Walker told reporters that an 18-month-old girl was hit in the neck, an 11-year-old boy was shot in the leg and back and a 12-year-old-boy was struck in the chest. There were also apparently two blasts from a shotgun. It is remarkable that no one was killed.
Police believe that the gunfire was a result of ongoing feuding between two groups of people.
“Neighbors were out there, trying to do the right thing, getting together, having a good time. That quiet and peaceful event was shattered by some people who are trying to deal with something that happened a few weeks ago.”
The two shootings constituted black on black violence, and as such do not neatly fit the constant barrage of race baiting division currently being pumped out by the mainstream media.
This is why you probably didn’t hear about the incidents until now.
As Infowars has consistently highlighted, cold hard facts and figures show that there is a hugely disproportional problem of violent crime among the black American population.
You will not hear about this from the corporate media, however, which continues to project the narrative that black people are being unfairly targeted by predominantly white police officers and a racist criminal justice system in the United States continues to dominate.