Solutions of Elastic Plates by Invariant Imbeddingby Nestor Distefano, Prof.; Depts. of Arch. and Civ. Engrg., Univ. of California, Berkeley, CA,
Jaime Schujman, Consulting Engr.; Buenos Aires, Argentina,
Serial Information: Journal of the Engineering Mechanics Division, 1971, Vol. 97, Issue 5, Pg. 1349-1361
Document Type: Journal Paper
A new method for the numerical solution of elastic plates is presented. The method is based in a relatively new theory called invariant imbedding and consists of the reduction of boundary-value problems to initial-value formulations. In this paper the equations of equilibrium of an elastic plate, conveniently approximated by a system of ordinary differential equations, are reduced to an initial value formulation by means of invariant imbedding techniques. Riccati differential equations subject to initial conditions are found for the flexibility and the stiffness matrices of plates of variable lengths subject to arbitrary forces or displacements on the boundary. Two different examples involving buckling problems, and the solution of clamped-simply supported plates are presented to show the feasibility and accuracy of the method.
Subject Headings: Plates | Elastic analysis | Numerical methods | Matrix (mathematics) | Equilibrium | Stiffening | Boundary value problem
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Justice Minister Crispin Blunt said:
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The four-year pilots start next year and will see Trusts form commercial partnerships with external providers to manage offenders. These providers will be rewarded if they reduce reoffending, but will bear the risk of non-payment if they fail to meet their targets.
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Artifacts – …and then there’s this (Astral Spirits)
It’s the second release for this formidable trio, flutist Nicole Mitchell, cellist (and recent MacArthur Fellow) Tomeka Reid and drummer Mike Redd. At the same time modern and soul-grounded, their avant-garde explorations tease and soar (like the artwork on the jacket), and they always bring you home. You can trust these players to take jazz to new and interesting places.
Sean McGowan Organ Trio – Union Station
Yes, I am swayed by Colorado-based projects that salute the local landmarks, but guitarist McGowan says he’s inspired by his love of trains. Regardless, this trio swings HARD, with drummer Todd Reid and organist Jeff Jenkins shoveling coal to make this engine go. Another fine project funded in part by Pathways to Jazz from the Boulder County Arts Alliance and the Univ. of Colorado – Denver.
Mike Eyia – Ritmo Patria (Cold Plunge Records)
The Lansing, Mich.-based guitarist is a long way from his native Cuba, but musically, he’s right at home. In the U.S. since Operation Pedro Pan airlift in 1961, Eyia’s long-running Orquesta Ritmo has kept Michigan audiences dancing since the 70s. Writing and arranging duties are shared with Gregg Hill and pianist Arlene McDaniel. Kudos for warming up the Midwest with authentic Latin flavors on his first solo record.
The BBB featuring Bernie Dresel – The Pugilist (Dig-It Recordings)
This record is another reason to be impressed with the resurgence of large ensemble and big band music on the scene, especially since these 17 players were pandemic-separated, recording in their own home studios. In addition to works from trombonist James McMillen, bandleader/drummer Bernie Dresel curated a wide range of composers to swing through: Cole Porter, Michael Jackson, Edith Piaf, Gershwin, Miles and Zappa! It’s music worth fighting for!
Pete Malinverni – On the Town – The Music of Leonard Bernstein (Planet Arts)
Bernstein music for a jazz trio?! Why not? Pianist Malinverni’s A-list companions Ugonna Okegwo on bass and Jeff Hamilton on drums bring nine of Bernstein’s compositions (and one original) to modern ears with good results, finding the soul of the music through the classic jazz trio. Show tunes and straight-up jazz are a happy place!
Eli Degibri – Henri and Rachel (Degibri Records)
The Israel-born and based tenor saxophonist captured the tenderness of his aging parents as they cared for each other (and with Eli as caregiver) in their later years. The melodies are delicate and memorable, and the players (especially Degibri’s tenor work) push rhythmically throughout. Among the 10 tracks are some wordless vocals. Talk about evoking the feeling of genuine, lifelong romance… wow!
Songon – Ventura Highway Latin Jazz (digital)
Technically released in 2021, these players (including pianist John Enrico Douglas and flutist Norma Latuchie) hail from Santa Barbara and Ventura County. With 10 songs that register “caliente” on the Latin jazz meter, you’ll have to find this music on Soundcloud or Spotify. But find it. Their take on Ravel’s Bolero is oh-so-good.
Azar Lawrence – New Sky (Trazar)
Tenor–soprano saxman Azar Lawrence brings together jazz, soul, and neo-soul á la funky with locked-in rhythms, a few vocals, and some “spiritual jazz,” making this record totally enjoyable. Lawrence directed collaborators John Beasley, Nduduzo Makhathini, percussionist Munyungo Jackson and others into what Downbeat’s review says is “a celebration of those things even a pandemic could not destroy.” Done.
Spike Wilner Trio – Plays Monk & Ellington (Cellar)
Pianist Wilner (with bassist Peter Washington and drummer Joe Farnsworth) presents such a de rigueur repertoire, it makes me think EVERY jazz trio should produce their own interpretations of Monk and Ellington favorites. This collection is bona fide, but now you know my favorite tunes from those giants (“U.M.M.G.,” “Intimacy of the Blues,” “Let’s Cool One,” etc.). Just put this one on the player and let it ride.
Boris Kozlov – First Things First (Posi-Tone)
It’s been said you know a person by their friends. Bring in certain players and you get a certain sound. Russian-born bassist Kozlov set the course of his Posi-Tone debut by assembling reedman Donnie McCaslin, vibraphonist Behn Gillece, keyboardist Art Hirahara and drummer (our homeboy) Rudy Royston. Springing off a solid bottom line, all the artists dance in and out of solos and never separate.
Brew Moore – Special Brew (Steeplechase)
A historical release, if you would allow. (They say we jazz folks live in the past. Ha!) Tenor saxophonist Milton Aubrey “Brew” Moore (nicknamed for his ale affections) was all about Lester Young’s stylings, but evolved through Parker to find his own sound, and play that sound across Europe. These 1961 recordings (with 16-year-old Niels-Henning Orsted Pedersen at bass) come from a concert in Denmark and a TV recording in Sweden. I’m glad this moment in time is now available to modern ears.
Goldings Bernstein Stewart – Perpetual Pendulum (Smoke Sessions)
Beware three players with fire in the eyes (or their fingers as the case may be). Organ trios are their own thing now, and this group is at the top of that game. Originals offer the fanciful like Golding’s “Let’s Get Lots” (not a typo, but an upside-down play on Chet Baker’s classic), Americana fare from Gershwin and Arlen/Mercer, and selections from Shorter, Ellington, John Lewis and Gary Bartz.
Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion with Howard Levy – Living in a Daydream
Ensconced as one of Colorado’s flamenco virtuosos (we have at least two!), Espinoza has surrounded himself with comrades-in-talent and passion: cellist Dianne Betkowski, bassist Randy Hoepker, percussionists (including tabla) Andy Skellenger, Mario Moreno, Linda Richardson and Nabin Shrestha, and diatonic harmonica master Howard Levy (of The Flecktones fame). The result is a true fusion of global influences dazzling to the ear.
J3 – Opus 1 (Shanachie)
The next round of teen talent comes from South Africa, brother-sister team of Justin-Lee Schultz (piano) and Jamie-Leigh Schultz (drums) with Dallas-based Jaden Baker (bass). They’re too young to be bound by stodgy jazz traditions and expectations, so they’re free to play with Michael Jackson pop hits, present hip-hop originals with spoken word elements, and a worthy tribute to Chick Corea. These are seriously talented artists with solid improvisational instincts.
Jason Marshall – New Beginnings (Cellar)
We lost Ronnie Cuber in 2022, but we gained a new record from baritone saxophonist Jason Marshall in the cosmic exchange. His up-tempo approach brings energy to a solid choice of tunes from the mostly jazz songbook, and a favorite original “Mrs. Garvey, Mrs. Garvey!!” His website offers his four records, as well as big band charts and arrangements. As a fan of the instrument, I’m happy to have his voice in the mix.
Doug Webb – The Message (Posi-Tone)
I can hear the players in this saxophone–organ quintet saying at the top of their recording session, “Let’s go! Let’s have fun!” With Webb (busy on the LA soundtrack scene) and Bob Reynolds (Snarky Puppy) at tenors and Greg Osby at alto, Brian Charette at organ, and Charles Ruggiero at drums, it’s a full-on swing fest. The pedal’s to the metal on this one, kids!
Oscar Peñas, Ron Carter and the Harlem String Quartet – Almadraba (Musikoz)
This Catalonian guitarist with Ron Carter and the Harlem String Quartet offers a musical tribute to the millennia-old tuna fishing method. The musical mood ranges from intimate to emotionally intense, with a gentle virtuosity and just enough string quartet to lift the sound another 10,000 feet.
Katalyst – Jazz is Dead 13 (Jazz is Dead)
The provocatively-named record label (and simplified album-numbering nomenclature) proves precisely that American improvised music is NOT dead. The LA-based Katalyst Collective has earned a rep for making cutting-edge music with solid community bona fides (and credits with Roy Ayers, Gary Bartz, Anderson .Paak and lots more). They’re right at home with Younge and Muhammad’s JID crew. This is where jazz is going.
Eddie Palmieri presents: Sonido Solar (Truth Revolution Recording Collective)
Venerable Jazz Master Eddie Palmieri says the young musicians on this record inspire him to play at another level. This Palmieri tribute band is virtually a super-group of younger players: Louis Fouché, The Curtis Brothers (Zaccai and Luques), Jonathan Powell, and a host of percussionists, taking you through a playlist of nine can’t miss standards and an original.
Sharp Radway – Black Woman (A Conversation)
Bandleader Radway puts this timely and diverse project in the hands of drummer Camille Gainer-Jones, reedwoman Camille Thurman and bassist Endea Owens as the main ensemble. Numerous guests fill out this suite that includes instrumental jazz, vocals and recorded conversations, all addressing the beauty, strength and diversity of Black Women. Sometimes jazz is literally dialogue.
Charlie Gabriel – Eighty-Nine
The senior member of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, at 89 years young, still shows them how it’s done. Playing on-point clarinet, saxophone, and singing, this musical celebration earns a spot as one of the best jazz/”trad jazz” records of the year.
Medianoche Honrado – Curaçao
Pianist Justin Adams with Greg Gisbert, Leo Corona, Gonzalo Teppa and Alejandro Castaño, a musically rich tribute to late bandleader (and KUVO radio host) Jimmy Trujillo. A top-flight effort worthy of national notice.
Grace Fox Big Band – Eleven O’Seven (Next Level) – very young, all-female group with great arrangements and compositions. Produced by drummer Ulysses Owens, Jr.
No Hands Brass Band – Off the Curb (Ova Yonder Records, – This four-song EP is just what the funky, brassy doctor ordered. Hope this Denver band blows up!
Juan Carlos Quintero – Table for Five! (Moondo Records) – Columbian guitarist soothes and excites with fresh Latin jazz covers of classic repertoire (“Giant Steps,” “Song for My Father,” “Manhã de Carnival”).
Tawanda – Smile (Resonance) – 2021 Sarah Vaughan Vocal Competition co-winner with exceptional power and range. Standards with great accompaniment serve as a nice debut recording.
San Gabriel 7 – Under the Stars feat. Sinne Eeg (JL -SGS Records) – fun arrangements with great Danish singer Eeg.
Jennifer Hartswick – Something in the Water (Brother Mister) – Nashville singer with deep and modern soul tinge debuts on Christian McBride’s label.
Michael Dease – Best Next Thing (Posi-Tone) – Joining trombonist Dease are players with more to offer than standard fare: Mahanthappa, Sipiagin, Rosnes, Kozlov, Royston. He curated and wrote 10 great tracks.
John Lee – The Artist (Cellar) – bassist Lee in trio format representing the strength of the Vancouver straight-ahead scene. Co-producer Cory Weeds sits in at sax on three tracks.
Bill Heid – Dealin’ Wid It (Savant) – I don’t know this five-decade organist, but I know the funky, groovy sound of a tight organ trio. Pleasing to the ear and the hipbone.
Remy LeBouef’s Assembly of Shadows – Architecture of Storms (SoundSpore) – Grammy nominee’s latest work is equally intricate and inviting. Massive ensemble makes quite the calling card for Univ. of Denver-Lamont’s new Jazz & Commercial Music Studies director.
David Bernot – Never-Ending Cycle (Nocturne) – infectious originals from reedman Bernot, in Colorado since 2012 and surrounded by Gisbert, Amend, Teppa and D’Angelo.
Brian Charette – Jackpot (Cellar) – NY organist Charette made a brilliant move bringing in Ed Cherry on guitar for this quartet set of nine jammin’ tracks.
Adonis Rose & the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra feat. Cyrille Aimee (Storyville) – New Orleans’ finest musicians with THE French chanteuse of our times. Modern. Soulful. Swinging.
Eugenie Jones – Players (Open Mic Records) – a great list of compositions and arrangements from “legacy activist” Jones. A-list players: Workman, Purdie, Priester, Sanabria, Plaxico, Marquis Hill and more.
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• IASB softens stance on convergence [FT]
We’re not jumping to any conclusions but yesterday the IASB made the statement that it “would no longer pursue convergence with its US peer as ‘an objective in itself'”. Now we’re not entirely sure what “an objective in itself” means but it kinda, sorta sounds like “to hell with you FASB, we’ve got our own plans.”
This revelation was part of “constitution review” in order for the IASB “to justify its public accountability” to its critics. In this review the IASB seemed to be changing its tone on just what convergence is:
In a review of its constitution published on Monday the IASB’s oversight board addressed this concern over the convergence project and said it would “emphasise that convergence is a strategy aimed at promoting and facilitating the adoption of IFRS, but it is not an objective by itself”.
So just spreading the good word about IFRS without any stated objective? Does that sound about right? It sounds a little like financial reporting evangelism.
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Shahid Khan announced last week that he was buying 60% of the St. Louis Rams. Great news right? Ordinarily, yes but now the NFL is looking into his association with a BDO tax partner that was convicted of helping clients avoid taxes through shelters.
The IRS said in court papers that the Khans hired the Chicago-based BDO Seidman accounting firm and met with tax partner Robert Greisman. The Khans engaged in at least five questionable tax shelters, with names like Son-of-Boss and Dad, and paid BDO $8.5 million in fees, about 10 percent of the alleged tax savings, according to court documents.
Yet when the revenue agency questioned Khan about his returns, he was unable to identify what services BDO provided, an IRS agent said in court documents. In April 2007, the IRS made formal requests for information to Greisman and one of his partners in Michigan in connection with its investigation of the Khans.
Greisman pleaded guilty last July to conspiracy charges related to the creation of the shelters and BDO is currently being sued by Khan for negligence and malpractice. The NFL may have saved them themselves the trouble by letting Rush Limbaugh own part of the team…


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Conversation is a renowned restaurant with casual dining affairs located at Tonk Road, South Jaipur in Fern-An Ecotel Hotel. This place serves Continental, Chinese and Mughlai cuisine. Rissotto, Rogan Josh, Tamilian prawns, Fajita and Thai curry are some of the flavourful recipes here. Large bites such as Burger, Pizza and Sandwich are also available in distinct taste. Conversation also has an array of desserts that include chocolate cake, cheese cake, pudding along with the faluda and rasmalai. One can visit here with family or conduct a business meeting relishing on these appetizing meals accompanied by some hot or cold beverage. The entire experience becomes even more pleasing with the courteous staff and moderate bill.
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Lock-on Button for continuous usage. D-handle provides optimum comfort. It can be used to cut materials like tiles and marbles to the stronger concrete.
They also allow for accurate cuts to be made making them a quintessential tool in a number of industries. The on/off switch is located behind the handle, to enable single-hand operation of this power tool.
The motor is very powerful which makes this tool efficient and highly productive. The special design together with the powerful motor enables the user to use this tile/marble cutter for long periods of time without undue fatigue.
Color: Green; Warranty: 6 Months on manufacturing defects from the date of purchase; Package Contents: 1 x Marble Cutter, 1 x Blade, 1 x Diamond Blade, 1 x Cutting Wheel, 1 x Pinch Cock Assembly, 1 x Hose Pipe & 2 x Wrench; "DISCLAIMER: Accessories may vary depending upon the stock in hand."
This high accuracy tile cutter also offers low noise operations and is applied in cutting of internal and external solid tiles, ceramic plates, wall tiles, floor tiles and others. Some of its features include simple mechanical operation; convenient operations allows for efficient and accurate working; support reducing waste of material; fast cutting speed; simple and convenient operations among others.
1050 W Power Engine Safe, sturdy operation with powerful motor helps in smooth cutting operations. Combined with rotary motion and pulsating action, our motor works at 1050 W, a good mix of power and reliability is. Powerful Cutting Capacity The prime advantage of our multipurpose cutter is its powerful cutting capacity. You can easily switch to cutting jobs with its enhanced capacity engine. Unlike other cutters, it has a small, lightweight and compact design for easy movement. 11000RPM No Load Speed To speed up the duties and power day-to-day needs, VISKO multipurpose marble cutter is designed with a fast 11000RPM motor. It not only ensures reliable performance but also its engine matches the speed requirement. Easy Operation with Maximum Comfort Whether it’s marble for your counter tops or floor tiles, making pristine cuts can be achieved with proper precautions, techniques and specialized cutting tools. Our multipurpose cutting tool has a wide blade diameter which ensures easier cutting as per need. The ergonomic design and good weight of balance ensure to reduce fatigue and will help you operate securely in a confident way.
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This chapter examines the evolution of the concept of urban policy in the realm of urban governance and urban development in developing countries. This evolution “in the real world” is noteworthy, because it demonstrates an ever-broadening understanding of the multiple arenas in which urban policies operate and affect people’s lives. The focus on urban management coincided with a growing emphasis in European countries on the notion of “subsidiarity,” that decision-making authority should be located as close to real problems on the ground. One of the most interesting changes in urban practice in the post–World War II period has been the shifting perception and use of appropriate urban policy instruments. A lesson from the implementation of some national urban policies has been that their application in local contexts often is “anti-poor” and ineffective in strengthening local urban institutions at the city level to perform essential urban management functions.


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Sir Richard Branson may be trying to be the first in the billionaire race, but he believes there are many opportunities in the market for companies like Virgin Galactic, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin or Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
“There’s room for 20 space companies to get people there,” Branson said in an interview this week. “The more spaceships we can build, the more we can bring the price down and the more we can meet demand, and that will happen in the years to come.”
Virgin Galactic’s leadership previously forecast that “approximately 2 million people will experience space flights,” ranging from $ 250,000 to $ 500,000.
The Branson, Bezos, and Musk companies are each flying spacecraft that can carry passengers, but in different ways. Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic are competing to take passengers to the edge of space on short flights – a sector known as suborbital tourism – while SpaceX drops private passengers on additional, multi-day flights – what is known as orbital tourism.
A SpaceX orbital flight costs tens of millions of dollars compared to the cost of Virgin Galactic of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
As Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket launches vertically from the ground, Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo system is deployed in the air and returns to Earth like an airplane for a runway landing.
SpaceX launches its Crew Dragon spacecraft to orbit on its reusable Falcon 9 rocket after sending 10 astronauts on three missions to the International Space Station to date. In addition to government flights, Musk’s company plans to launch several private astronaut missions in the coming year – starting with the all-civil Inspiration4 mission slated for September. SpaceX is also launching at least four private missions for Axiom Space early next year.
“There’s never been a time as exciting as now in space … it’s a moment when I pinch myself,” said Branson.
The growing space business
Astra VP of Manufacturing Bryson Gentile (left) and CEO Chris Kemp remove a protective cover from a missile fairing half.
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Virgin Galactic was the first youngest generation space company to go public in 2019 through a SPAC or special acquisition company. This has developed into a trend over the past year, with a number of companies announcing upcoming deals and closing them public.
The rocket builder Astra and AST & Science, which specializes in satellite broadband, have each started trading, with Rocket Lab, Spire Global, BlackSky and Momentus expected to follow suit in the coming months.
When asked if he thought the space market was growing too fast, Branson rejected the idea.
“I don’t think there’s overheating,” said Branson. “I think the space world is just beginning.”
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Friends are the closest people we have on earth, urging us to become better versions of ourselves everyday. What could be more important than a true friendship? Through true friendship, we are able to realize so many beauties in our lives
So if it’s your friend’s birthday, “Happy Birthday” will not be enough to express your everlasting love for your friend; you will have to go a step further and throw in some ingenious quotes!
A true friend is the one, who will always be with you whenever you need him or her. He or she will not leave you even at your worst time; without such support, life would be surely difficult. Friends are real assets and equally respect and love each other.
No one can ever take the place of a true friend. Without a friend, our lives would be astoundingly dull and cold. They will be with your every joy, sorrow, fight, courage, and much more. Those who do not have best friends miss out on so much.
A true friend is the greatest support anyone could ever ask for. He or she will fight for you even if you are wrong, and later be frank with you. He will handle and be with you in all the stupid stuff and childish things you do.
So let’s glorify his or her birthday with more happiness in quotes, rather than the cliche phrases. Show them how important they are in your life and how proud are you to be friends!
Birthday wishes for best friend forever
Having you as my friend is a privilege to me. Happy birthday. You are precious.
Never think you are alone, I am always there for all your fixes. Happy birthday.
Birthday is nature’s signal to us to eat more and more cake
I am grateful that you are a part of my life. All the best on your birthday! Best Birthday Quotes for friends
In good times and bad, I’ll always be by your side. Happy birthday friend!
Happy, happy birthday! You deserve all the cakes, love, hugs and happiness today. Enjoy your day my friend!
Happy birthday, we grew up together doing crazy things and now its time to do bigger ones.
Happy birthday, may this day brings much joy, happiness and health to you. Enjoy.
Happy birthday dear, may this day comes back in your life for a thousand more years. Birthday wish for best friend
Happy birthday to you, to the one who never lets a day pass gloomy. You are our party animal. Party hard today.
Happy birthday dear. You have been there in my life as a guiding light. Stay blessed.
People come and go but true friends always stay. Happy birthday lad.
May God shower you with blessings today and always. Happy birthday wishes for my friend!
Happy, healthy, exceptional, rocking birthday to you my friend!
Every step of the way you were there for me. Through thick and thin I’ll always be there for you. Happy birthday wishes!
Happy birthday to someone who still waits for his birthday like a child every year. The day is finally here. Have fun.
Happy birthday dear. Your parents must be proud of you. We all love you. Keep working hard
Friendship is a bond between two human minds which will be stronger if cake is shared between them! Happy cake-eating day, my friend!
On this birthday, I am advising you to smile as much as possible because in the next you may not have all these teeth. Happy birthday to my old friend!
For the world, it’s just an ordinary day, but for me, oh my friend! This is the best day of the year. Wishing you a happy and colorful birthday!

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Particle tracking is a challenging pattern recognition task in experimental particle physics. Traditionally, algorithms based on the Kalman filter are used for such tasks and show desirable performance in finding tracks originating from the interaction point. However, many Beyond Standard Model (BSM) theories predict the existence of long-lived particles (LLP). They have a longer lifetime and travel a distance before decaying to Standard Model particles, resulting in large radius tracks. For such displaced tracks, dedicated tunings are often required to reach sensible performance since the quality of seeds for the Kalman filter has a direct impact on its performance.
Recent studies show machine learning-based particle track finding algorithms using graph neural networks (GNN) achieve competitive physics and computing performance for tracks originating from the interaction point. In this work, we developed a GNN-based end-to-end particle track finding algorithm for the High Luminosity LHC and apply such an algorithm to displaced track datasets to study the performance of reconstructing displaced tracks. The algorithm is designed to be agnostic about global track position. The datasets are generated under the ACTS framework and simulated for a generic detector. As the result, we reconstruct prompt and displaced tracks simultaneously with high track efficiency and no significant drop for displaced tracks.
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People living in Lancashire are being asked to help look after their local historic waterways, by joining one of a number of monthly volunteering teams.
The call comes from the Canal and River Trust – the charity that cares for 2,000 miles of waterways in England and Wales – which is recruiting people to a number of its Towpath Taskforce teams.
The Trust is holding a number of events across Lancashire over the coming weeks, including
· Wigan, April 14 and 21
- Blackburn, April 24
- Preston, April 16
Taskforce teams carry out a wide variety of jobs including planting wildflowers and bulbs, clearing overgrowth, painting the locks and cutting back overhanging vegetation from the towpath.
People are able to drop-in on the day.
More details are available from www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/towpathtaskforce.

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By: Mary Welch
On Friday night, I had the pleasure of attending The Resurrection Tour, with only a three band bill: Crown the Empire, Asking Alexandria, and Black Veil Brides. This was the first time getting to see Crown the Empire’s full set, and they were ten times better that I could have imagined. Vocalist Andy “Leo” Velasquez sang every single note on key, like every other vocalist should. I got to hear newer songs, as well as some of my older favourites. This highly acclaimed Texas band has tour dates around the states, Canada, Europe, and Taiwan until May, so do yourself a favor and catch them at a date near you.
Having only three bands on the lineup was definitely a plus, especially since Asking Alexandria had technical issues resulting in a guitarist chugging a beer in front of the crowd, vocalist Danny Worsnop making dirty jokes in his heavy British accent, pointing to door for people who haven’t bought their new album yet, and singing “Don’t Stop Believing” by Journey. Once the issue was resolved, the band continued with their set as if nothing had ever happened, keeping the crowd’s attention. Though I was never interested in their music beforehand, Worsnop’s vocals were definitely impressive and they are worth a try. Asking Alexandria just released their latest album nearly a month ago, which is self-titled.
Finally, Black Veil Brides closed the night with their incredible guitar riffs, drum solos, and vocals. Guitarists Jinxx and Jake Pitts often stand back to back in front of the audience and play parts that compliment each other, and that is one of my favourite things to see. I have been a fan of Black Veil Brides as long as I can remember, and each member always blows me away with their talent. I left the show feeling so much appreciation for the band and wanted to see them play live over and over again. In fact, all of the bands had a distinguished sound and personality, which was especially easy to see with only three bands on the lineup instead of the usual four or more.
Despite getting a lot of hate in the past for the way they look, I hope others can have an open mind when it comes to Black Veil Brides and their dedication to making genuinely great music. Buy their album Vale, which was just released this month, on iTunes, Apple Music, or Google Play, or stream it on Spotify today. Black Veil Brides will be touring the states, Canada, and Europe until May, so catch them as well while you can.


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Blink-182 Cancels May Tour Dates
Barker's Surgery Cancels Blink-182 May Tour
Due to drummer Travis Barker's tonsillectomy, Blink-182 has announced the cancelation of all their May North American tour dates. The May 10th and 11th concerts at the Winstar Casino in Oklahoma have been rescheduled for Sept. 13th and 14th, but the rest of the shows, including the May 18th show at the Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, have been canceled outright.
Refunds will be offered for all effected shows except for the May 19th show at Asbury Park’s Bamboozle, but My Chemical Romance is stepping in to fill the void of that three-day music festival ticket.
"The band apologizes for any inconvenience as a result of these cancellations and thanks their fans for their ongoing support," Blink-182 said in a statement on the band's website.
The group is still scheduled to hit Europe in June.


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They tried to piece together a timeline.
Phillip Neal Sr. told WREG his nephew, Dorian Neal, was a member of the ROTC and wanted to be in the military just like him. His nephew was killed in the crash.
"We're going to miss him so much. We're going to miss him. I miss him right now," he said. "He was an energetic little guy. He loved to laugh."
Neal Sr. says he heard about a horrific crash on Crumpler and Holmes Tuesday morning.
A car reportedly ran a red light and slammed into the side of a tractor trailer at Holmes and Crumpler.
Deputies said they later found out two 17-year-olds and one 16-year-old were in the car.
"We were thinking, 'What a sad thing.' Later that day, we found out it was my nephew," said Neal Sr.
Forty-eight hours later, investigators returned to the intersection to recreate the crash. They are also trying to figure out why there was a stolen gun in the car and why the car was reported stolen from a driveway on Kirby Meadows the night before.
"God only know. I don't wish any family to go through this, but it's so bad right now. This happened to my nephew. You would never think this would happen to someone so young," Neal Sr. said.
He says he and other family members never met the other boys in the car. He didn't even know their names.
He is certain Dorian was home Monday night and the last time family saw him was when he left for school Tuesday morning. He says his nephew had never been in real trouble before.
"No matter what happened. Dorian Neal was a very good guy," Neal Sr. said.
Dorian was set to turn 18 next week.


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Lunch at CookBook Kitchen
June 4, 2011
It was my first time in Eastwood so everything looks so new to me. The place looks like a mix of office buildings, condominiums and malls into one big area. Basically, it is very easy to get lost here especially on your first visit.
My sister recommended us to go to Cookbook kitchen but I wanted to try something fishy. Oh well, I guess we will go to something fishy in the future because we landed at Cookbook kitchen.
We were given a storybook… wait, it is their menu to order and here were our orders…
Cookbook Kitchen Seafood Basket – PHP 320
Light & crispy calamari, shrimp, fish & onion rings
This can serve as an appetizer or viand depending on what you want to do with it. It contains fried fish fillet, calamari, and onion rings. I only tried only one piece then moved over to the next dishes.
Cookbook Restaurant Bacon Mushroom Pasta – PHP 260
“Fusilli w/ bacon, mushrooms in creamy white sauce”
I liked this one because it is carbonara. Period. haha :D
Cookbook Restaurant Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta – PHP 260
“Linguine w/ shrimp in tomato-basil sauce”
My taste was already taken over by carbonara so I couldn’t taste this properly anymore. I only ate the shrimp lol :)
Cookbook Kitchen CBK Chicken – PHP 370
“Whole chicken breast fillet with cheese, ham and basil stuffing served hot with Italian pesto and roasted tomatoes”
I only got a little slice of this one that I did not managed to try out the stuffing (based from the description). It would be unfair to judge it from the chicken taste only because I can only say that it was grilled and had a mild sour taste (due to the sauce).
Cookbook Kitchen Chicken Zucchini – PHP 350
When I ate this, I was able to eat sweet and sour chicken because of the combination of this dish and the previous chicken dish. I have no idea what zucchini was so I had to check it out.
Zucchini – A green variety of smooth-skinned summer squash. Is this similar to an eggplant? or they are the same?
For me, I can call this meal as cheesy chicken rice topping instead.
Cookbook Kitchen Beef Ribbonettes – PHP 370
“Thinly sliced beef served w/ asparagus tips”
I don’t think these slices were thin. They are as big as my fingers but they are so soft and tender that I could have eaten them all if it was my order. Delicious even without the gravy!
Cookbook Kitchen Holiday Roast Pork – PHP 350
“Simply melts in your mouth”
The reason why I ordered this one was because of the catch-line “melts in your mouth”. When I tried it, I was surprised because it was so soft that I could literally break it apart just by using my tongue. It was tasty that I did not mind that I was able to eat pig fat (which I generally avoid as much as possible).
Cookbook Kitchen Parmesan Crusted Fish – PHP 320
“Rich, succulent, and baked!”
This is their best-seller. Parmesan Cheese and Mayo on top while a generous serving of fish fillet below. It was delicious and was gone quite quickly from our table.
…and for dessert, we all settled for one slice of…
Cookbook Kitchen Kittins Scarlet Cake – PHP 160
This was the first time I saw a red cake. It was delicious because it wasn’t too sweet. It makes you want to eat more.
Note: I really thought they were unique on this one… but when we went to inside the mall, one of the weekend vendors there had the same thing (similarly priced). I haven’t tried it once but I’m hoping they can’t beat the original. :)
It was a filling lunch at cookbook kitchen however, it was expensive. You would have to shell out around PHP300 per dish…
Till next time,
Cookbook Kitchen, Eastwood
1880-A Bldg., Eastwood City, Libis
Quezon City, Metro Manila
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Popular Ghanaian actress, Roselyn Ngissah appears to have tied the knot.
She is seen highly glammed in gold and white ensemble.
In a video she has shared to social media, she captioned, ‘Thank you Jesus….. it is sealed…. ‘
Apparently, social media users are confused – They do not know whether it’s appropriate to congratulate her or to take it as one those celebrity tricks.
You recall, Gloria Sarfo pulled such a stunt with Master Richard some months ago.
The two actors posed as if they were serving us with their pre-wedding photos but it turned out to be a movie.
Watch the video below;


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Hero Arts cling stamps are deeply etched from top quality rubber for a lifetime of use.
They cling to acrylic blocks and have a full-sized image for precise and easy placement.
Handmade in the USA, they cling to an acrylic block, clean with water or stamp cleaner, and store easily when not in use.
Artist’s tip: Use without a block! Place rubber face up, apply ink to the design, and then press the paper to the inked rubber.
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Kathy and Steve Berigter on the July 19 Kiwanis Membership assembly. Picture by Brooke Davis
Kivans Steve and Katie Berigter like to journey the world, and even the pandemic hasn’t stopped them. They spoke at a gathering in Kiwani on July 19, speaking a couple of current journey that spanned many nations.
In March they have been in the UK. They rented a automobile in London and made it by the ordeal (at the very least for American drivers) by driving the improper facet of the highway and roundabouts all the way in which to Edinburgh, Scotland.
Whereas in Edinburgh, they visited the citadel, walked by a number of elements of town and tasted food and drinks within the metropolis’s taverns. Returning south, they visited York Minster, the summer season residence of Albert and Victoria, the outdated Roman metropolis of Tub, Stonehenge and Windsor Fortress.
The Berigters have been impressed by the age of the buildings, the huge wealth of the monarchy on the top of its energy, and final however not least, the scrumptious worldwide meals they loved.
After a brief return to the states, they finalized the small print of a visit to Japan, however discovered that the nation was not but open to Western vacationers. After negotiating with the air service on the final minute, they modified their plans and as an alternative went to Sweden, Denmark and Sweden. Among the many highlights of their Scandinavian journey was a lovely museum that shows a sunken battleship constructed by King Gustav, who copied her design from the ships of the British Navy.
And Japan? It’s nonetheless closed to vacationers, however the Berigters plan to go there anyway.


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Preferential Permit Parking will be in effect for this Saturday, July 4th. This will affect neighborhoods along Mile Square Park on the Edinger, Euclid, and Warner side of the park. There will also be Preferential Permit Parking on Berg River, Mt Gustin, and Loya River.
July 4th has traditionally seen an increase of people at Mile Square Park and Centennial Park which then impacts parking in surrounding neighborhoods. Although the parks are still closed to group activity and there is no indication there will be large crowds, FVPD has Preferential Permit Parking in place to mitigate any impact should parking at the parks be overwhelmed. Residents are reminded that the current Orange County Health Order and social distancing protocols are still in place.
Please visit https://www.ocparks.com/parks/mile for further information regarding Mile Square Park.
Parking passes will be available for residents and their quests at the front counter of the Police Department. Proof of residency will be required. Passes are to be clearly displayed in the lower left front window of vehicles. Residents do not need permits for cars that they park in their own driveways and garages. They will only need permits for cars they park on the street. Violators will be cited per FVMC 10.44.079 – permit parking only.


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T-Mobile Offering Mobile Phone Trade-Ins
T-Mobile USA said Tuesday that it is offering a trade-in program for mobile phones. Users can trade in old mobile phones and put the value of those towards the purchase of a new T-Mobile smartphone.
“T-Mobile is committed to providing the latest, most innovative and affordable technology to new and existing customers,” said Ami Silverman, senior vice president of sales, T-Mobile USA.
“If device purchases can be made even more affordable through the value offset of T-Mobile’s Trade-In program, we want customers to have that option. We encourage them to take advantage of it so they can stay connected no matter what their budget, current device or mobile provider.”


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A global community of nature enthusiasts photographing and learning about wildlife
Project Noah Nature School
Greenfinch, Carduelis chloris
last winter in my garden:)
thank you very much, IanHanks!
Many thanks for your appreciation, hayde!
Great photos and a pretty little bird :)
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Combine goat cheese, 2 tablespoons basil, and minced garlic; set aside.
Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and pound each half to a 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Divide the cheese mixture evenly among breast halves. Roll up jelly-roll fashion. Tuck in sides; secure each roll with wooden picks.
Heat the pasta sauce and whole garlic cloves in a large skillet over medium heat; add chicken. Cover and cook 25 minutes or until chicken is done. Serve over pasta. Garnish with 1 tablespoon basil.


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Health officials in South Carolina are reporting two rabies exposures recently in Marion and Florence Counties.
One person has been referred to their health care provider for consultation after being exposed to rabies in the Mullins area of Marion County by a coyote that tested positive for the disease, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported.
The victim heard a commotion outside and spotted a dog fighting with the coyote. As the victim attempted to break up the fight, the coyote bit the victim on the leg. The exposure occurred on May 10, 2015; the coyote tested positive for rabies on May 11.
This animal is the first to test positive in 2015 from Marion County.
In Florence, one person is undergoing treatment after being exposed to rabies by a fox that tested positive for the disease.
The exposure occurred on May 8, 2015, as the victim was exiting a car. The fox tested positive for rabies on May 9.
This animal is the first to test positive in 2015 from Florence County.
“To reduce the risk of getting rabies, we recommend that people avoid wild animals acting tame and tame animals acting wild,” said Sandra Craig of DHEC’s Bureau of Environmental Health Services (BEHS). “About 275 South Carolinians must undergo preventive treatment for rabies every year, with most exposures coming from bites or scratches by a rabid or suspected rabid animal. Wild animals contract the disease most often, but domestic pets can contract rabies as well.
“If you think you have been exposed to the rabies virus through a bite, scratch or the saliva of a possibly infected animal, immediately wash the affected area with plenty of soap and water,” Craig said. “Then be sure to get medical attention and report the incident to DHEC.”
During 2014, there were 139 confirmed cases of animal rabies in South Carolina. There have been 53 confirmed cases in animals statewide this year.

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Project - St Mary's University College - New Sports Facilities
Michael Jones & Associates LLP were appointed for the construction of a new Sports Hall and associated support facilities,including Strength and Conditioning Suite, Changing Facilities and Administration Offices.
Alongside the new building, the existing sports facilities were refurbished and upgraded.
The New Sports Building is an exemplary low energy and sustainable development, incorporating PV panels, solar thermal hot water, ground source heat pumps, heat pump boilers, under-floor heating and rainwater harvesting.
The building has achieved BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating and includes achieving a 20% renewable energy target to accord with planning requirements.


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Tuesday, June 09, 2009
First-hand stories of life on the street, in shelters, and out of the mainstream.
International attention was focused on our local homeless population earlier this year when the Oprah Winfrey show profiled Sacramento's so-called "Tent City." Subsequent news reports tended to oversimplify area homelessness with short quotes and soundbites. But of course each person living without a home has a unique story to tell. This series was created to document and share some of those stories. Interviews were conducted and recorded by news director Joe Barr and senior producer Paul Conley on May 30th at a services and information fair called "Homeless Connect."
Living Homeless: Tale of Two Fathers
Living Homeless: "Moms" Read more stories in a special "Living Homeless" edition published by the Sacramento News and Review on Thursday, June 11th.
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Is zero a good main MapleStory?
However, Zero is recommended for advanced players as they start at level 100 and are more difficult to master than your average Warrior or Bowman. Zero uses Time Force instead of Mana, and Alpha and Beta both have their own HP and Time Force meters, meaning you can swap them out if one is hurting.
How long does it take to finish zero storyline?
How Long Does It Take To Finish Horizon Zero Dawn? If you’re looking to only finish the storyline and reach the end of the game, then you’re looking at putting in roughly 23 hours.
Can you make a zero in reboot?
But, should you definitely make a Zero even if you’re not maining it? The answer is, Yes. Zero has an amazing Legion and Link skill that will greatly benefit any player. Make sure that you complete the Zero Storyline because once you do, you’ll get your max Link skill.
What is the most precious thing in the deserts?
According to the United States Geological Survey, one of the most valuable minerals we can find in a desert is Boron, which is made from borax found in desert locations such as Searles Lake in California.
Can you boom zero weapon?
Re: Zero’s Weapon Set If it booms, it’s completely unpotentialed, which means you could reveal 2 lined. So try not to boom it.
What is maple Union?
Maple Union is a new feature added in MapleStory Beyond Patch update to replace Character Cards and Part Time Job system. To enroll your characters to be a Maple Union member, they must complete 2nd Job Advancement which is done at Level 60, except for Zero who needs to reach level 130.
Can you survive in the Sahara desert?
Humans can only survive for a few days without water, so the nomads who live there are constantly moving. For anyone else, getting stranded in the Sahara would be a death sentence. It’s a grueling 254km (157 miles) run and takes place over seven days across the Sahara desert.
What do you need to survive in a desert?
The 10 Desert Essentials
- Water. If you could only bring one thing with you on your hike, make it a bottle of water (and if you don’t bring water, stay home).
- Extra Food.
- Map & Compass.
- First Aid Kit.
- Sun Protection.
How do you upgrade Zero’s weapon?
Zero uses a unique evolving weapon that grows with them. Alpha wields the long sword Lazuli, while Beta wields the heavy sword Lapis. These weapons upgrade every 10 levels up to level 170. AbsoLab Essence and Arcane Umbra Essence are required to upgrade the weapon to Level 180 and 200 respectively.

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[UPDATE] Beyond Nostalgia: Ethics, Politics, and the Critique of Modernity
The 2016 Telos-Paul Piccone Institute Conference
January 16–17, 2016
New York, NY
Ethics, Politics, and the Critique of Modernity
The unique character of the modern world has made thinking through the relation of the ethical to the political extremely pressing and yet deeply problematic. Since the 19th century, critics of modernity have pointed to various forms of skepticism, alienation, indeterminacy, and abstraction that contribute to a sense of ethical crisis. They point to a sense of uprootedness from the stability and meaning-conferring powers of cultures, traditions, and communities. It may be said without exaggeration that this sense of ethical crisis has global theoretical and practical significance. Various forms of alienation—economic, spiritual, political—have arguably led to extremist versions of the critique of modernity. One everywhere sees the effects of this alienation in the actions of those who take ethical life to have been severed from political life, from the brutal and atavistic program of "global jihad," to the troubling rise of various forms of crypto-fascism in Europe. At the theoretical level, political reality has come to be seen as divorced from ethical life. The political world is seen as either a kind of contingent result of competing interests or a coercive set of structures that impinge on rather than help actualize human freedom. Postmodern critiques of liberalism and secularism tend to be characterized by a nostalgic yearning for a lost sense of ethical and political unity. It remains to be seen whether these latter theoretical projects can persuasively specify the relation of the ethical to the political, or whether they will succumb to merely atavistic gestures towards a restoration of a lost world of cultural cohesion.
Often the ethical impulse behind modern political activism either remains obscure or is not even acknowledged. As Alasdair MacIntyre noted thirty years ago, ethical and political discourse has become increasingly shrill as opposed camps take one or another form of relativism for granted, yet also proceed according to ethical assumptions about the possibility of social justice. Rather than pointing the way to a resolution, modern moral theory—utilitarian and deontological ethics—merely reflects this crisis. A salutary return to virtue ethics seems to hold some promise, although again, one must be on guard against the lure of nostalgia.
Perhaps no greater indication of the perceived severance of ethics from politics is a kind of Machiavellian commonsense shared by both ruler and ruled that is schizophrenically joined to classical assumptions about citizenship and sovereignty. The de-politicized subjects of modern liberal democracies take it for granted that their consent has been manufactured and their perceptions and judgments manipulated and determined, but also expect rational and ethical justifications for public policy and legislation from their leaders. This set of practical attitudes mirrors a divide in political theory between those who take it to be an ethical enterprise, and those who take it to be an empirical enterprise grounded in self-interested human motivation and power relations.
With the critical problems posed by modernity in mind, is it possible to generate fresh and cogent perspectives concerning the relation of ethics to politics? The 2016 Telos-Paul Piccone Institute conference invites multidisciplinary, topical, and theoretical discussions:
- Multicultural mosaics, civilizational clashes, and cosmopolitan ideals
- Ethics and executive action: Human rights vs. the demands of the security state (e.g., drone warfare)
- Ethics, race, and racism (e.g., the ethics and racial politics of policing; #blacklivesmatter)
- Ethics and politics of global jihad
- The possibility of virtue ethics in political modernity
- Global ethics and politics of global warming
- Ethics of right-wing politics in Europe
- Ethics and politics of capital (wealth inequality and the threat to democracy; economic liberalism vs. the demands of citizenship; libertarian vs. communitarian conceptions of freedom)
- Ethics and politics of secularism and "postsecularism"
- Moral and political theory in a modern culture of skepticism and irony
- Ethics and biopolitics
- Crypto-normativity in Marxist and Postmodern critiques of modernity
Theoretical discussions on fundamental questions are also welcome: What is the "ethical"? What is the "political"? How should we think the relation? Is political space a species of ethical space, or are they systematically distinct? What is the ethical dimension of political institutions? Who or what is the "political animal"? (What conceptions of "human nature" are deployed in the notion of the zōon politikon?) Can explanations for empirical realities be sound if they ignore alternative motivations rooted in ethical considerations? (For example: does the assumption that politicians are always driven by short-term concerns with political survival adequately explain empirical realities?) Are ethical considerations beside the point in light of stark insights into realpolitik and political power? What ought a polity with a democratic self-understanding expect from its rulers in an age of terrorism and perennial war? Are there arguments for the widely presumed ethical superiority of democracies, or do such presumptions reflect a particular set of "values"?
Submissions deadline: If you wish to participate in the conference, please send an abstract (no more than 250 words) and short c.v. to firstname.lastname@example.org by August 15, 2015, and place "The 2016 Telos Conference" in the email's subject line.

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Chacaltaya is a snow-covered mountain, which used to be the highest ski resort in the world. Now, due to global warming, we can’t ski, but we can still enjoy one of the best spots to experience the mountain range royal cordillera. From 5395 M.A.S.L., spectacular views!
The Moon Valley is a quiet place on the outskirts of La Paz with rock formations made thousands of years ago by erosion and rain, with slopes and pinnacles of more than 10 meters high.
We pick you up from your hotel (if it’s located in the downtown area) around 8 a.m. First, we’ll go to the Chacaltaya mountain (around 1,5 hour away) where you’ll have a short trek before reaching the top of the mountain at 5395 meters above sea level.
From here, we’ll go to the south part of the city and the moon valley. In the Moon Valley there are two different trails, 15 and 45 minutes. We’ll be back in the city center around 3 p.m.
The tour takes around 6 hours and 30 minutes.
It’s possible to do this tour in private transport and with a private guide as well.
What to bring?
- A bottle of water
- Money for snacks/souvenirs and tips
- Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat
- In rainy season, raincoat
- Bilingual guide (Spanish/English)
- Shared Transport
- Entrance fees (30 bolivianos)
Cancelation policy: Coca Travels reserves the right to cancel the tour if we believe circumstances could put passenger(s) in danger, i.e., civil unrest, road blockades or weather conditions. If Coca Travels cancel the tour, there will be a 100%. refund. If customer(s) cancel the tour due to whatever reason refunds are as follows: 24 hours or less before the tour: 0% refund. 48-24 hours before the tour: refund 50%. 48 or more hours before the tour: refund 100%. Credit card charges of 5% are excluded from refunds if cancelation is made on behalf of customer(s). In case of illness or family conditions, Coca Travels can provide a letter if needed for insurance claims.

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Book cover illustration. Tools: photoshop CS, illustrator CS, poser 6.
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your blues are devastating.
Wonderfully captivating work - I love EVERYTHING about it!
I love the colours and textures. Excellent work!
How fantastic - all I can think of is Vikings and Odin and other EXCELLENT NORSE THINGS. Gorgeous work.
very compelling....nice color composition
ooooo, this is very nice! its so beautiful^^
very great... textures, colors... so cool!
jak zawsze piękna praca wspaniale Ci wyszedł śnieg!
Beautiful work, the textures are really interesting!
Awesome textures and hues. Love it.

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Web Hosting and Linux Administrator Expert to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing our web hosting infrastructure, ensuring the availability, performance, and security of our web applications and websites. This role involves working with a variety of Linux-based systems, web servers, and hosting technologies.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.).
Perform routine system maintenance tasks such as updates, patches, and backups.
Monitor server performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Implement security measures to protect servers and data.
Web Hosting Management: WHMCS
Set up and configure web hosting environments using technologies like Apache, Nginx, or other web servers.
Manage domain registrations, DNS records, SSL certificates, and email services.
Collaborate with developers to deploy web applications and ensure their smooth operation.
Optimize server and website performance for speed and efficiency.
Identify and resolve bottlenecks, slow loading times, and other performance issues.
Strong Expertise on cPanel
Implement security best practices to protect against cyber threats.
Monitor server logs for suspicious activities and respond to security incidents.
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Set up and maintain automated backup systems.
Develop and test disaster recovery plans.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (preferred).
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Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and command-line tools.
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Familiarity with virtualization and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
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Teaching Students About Martin Milner
Martin Milner was an American actor known for his iconic roles in television series such as “Route 66” and “Adam-12.” Born on December 28, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan, he made a significant impact on popular culture and left a lasting legacy. Teaching students about Martin Milner not only introduces them to a legendary performer but also provides opportunities for discussing broader themes such as the evolution of television and American society during the 20th century.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Martin Sam Milner was born to a Paramount film distributor and a dance teacher. As a child, he had already started accompanying his parents to movie sets while occasionally performing as an extra. At the age of 15, Milner appeared in his first notable role in “Life with Father” (1947). Growing up in the industry nurtured his passion for acting and helped him secure more roles.
Teaching students about Milner’s early experiences highlights how dedication and perseverance can lead to possibilities. Additionally, it can instill an appreciation for different elements of filmmaking, from cinematography to directing.
“Route 66” and the Impact on American Television
In 1960, Martin Milner starred as Tod Stiles alongside George Maharis’s Buz Murdock in the iconic television series “Route 66.” This show followed two friends who traveled across the United States searching for different experiences. Not only did this show solidify Milner’s status as a leading man in television, but it also became symbolic of American adventure and exploration.
When teaching about “Route 66,” educators can focus on various topics like the concept of road trips as an American tradition or the impact of storytelling through television during that time period.
“Adam-12” and Depictions of Law Enforcement on TV
Milner’s portrayal of LAPD Officer Pete Malloy on “Adam-12” solidified his legacy as an influential actor in American television. The show ran from 1968 to 1975 and provided a realistic look at the daily lives of police officers. “Adam-12” introduced viewers to law enforcement procedures that became the mainstream format for subsequent police shows.
Educators can discuss the impact of “Adam-12”, the relationship between television and society’s perception of law enforcement, and the responsibility of media in shaping public opinion when teaching students about Martin Milner.
Martin Milner’s life and career offer students a glimpse into the world of acting and the ever-changing landscape of American television. His dedication and passion for his craft serve as an inspiring example for young minds. Teaching students about Martin Milner encourages them to explore popular culture, understand the role of media in society, and learn from historical figures who made a significant impact on entertainment through their artistry.


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The former president of the state's trash authority, "point man" in negotiating a $7 million contract with an incinerator-ash recycling firm, went to work for the firm's parent company weeks after the contract was signed.
William R. Darcy resigned as an adviser from the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority on April 16, one day before the authority approved the contract with American Ash Recycling Corp. On June 1, Darcy began work as a paid consultant for Environmental Capital Holdings Inc., parent company of American Ash Recycling.
Darcy, authority president for nine years until January, when he became an adviser, said he believes his actions with regard to American Ash did not violate the authority's ethics code. The authority, however, has begun its own inquiry to determine if Darcy violated a provision designed to prevent conflicts of interest between employees and the companies the authority contracts with.
The authority's ethics code says an employee who plays a substantial role in negotiating a contract can't go to work for that contractor for one year "after his resignation from CRRA, if his resignation occurs less than one year after the contract or loan is signed."
Darcy, a lawyer, said he didn't seek an opinion from the State Ethics Commission on the propriety of working for American Ash because he can interpret the law and relevant prior opinions for himself.
"I understood the prohibition," Darcy said. "As long as you resign before the contract is signed, then there's no ethics problem."
State Rep. Susan D. Bysiewicz, D-Middletown, a lawyer who helped draft recent ethics legislation, declined to discuss the specifics of Darcy's case.
But she said the spirit of ethics codes with regard to leaving a state agency is clear. She called Darcy's argument on the timing of his resignation "artificial."
"I think ethics codes are designed to remove the appearance of impropriety," she said. "If a public official substantially participates in the negotiations of a large contract and then goes to work for the company, there is the appearance that the person negotiated a favorable contract in exchange for a lucrative job."
After he was questioned recently about Darcy's role in negotiating the contract with American Ash, acting authority President Robert Wright said he decided to call for an internal ethics inquiry. He said he would turn over relevant information to the authority's personnel committee, which is responsible for ethics investigations.
The authority could decide to cancel its contract with American Ash if it determined the negotiations were compromised by an ethics violation.
In denying that there was any conflict in his role, Darcy also said the contract he worked on with American Ash had been renegotiated by others before it was approved by the authority's board of directors.
"After Bob [Wright] was made [CRRA] president in January, I had a very limited role there. I was an adviser from then until April," he said. "During that entire time, I never once talked to Wright, the board or staff or [American Ash] on pending matters."
The authority contracted with American Ash to build a plant to recycle 400,000 tons of ash and 25,000 tons of metals a year from the mid-Connecticut waste- processing plant in Hartford.
Darcy said he had no idea the contract was going to be considered by the authority board the day after he resigned. But he said he knew that a lot of authority contracts on which he had worked were up for approval in the coming weeks and months. So, he said, he decided to resign to avoid any potential conflicts with a new employer.
Wright said as far as he knew, American Ash was the only big contract pending for the trash authority at the time.
Wright said Darcy, when he was still president in the summer of 1996, helped pick American Ash as the contractor from among 10 companies, and acted as the "point man" for much of the lengthy negotiations. Darcy also authorized the authority's payment in December of up to $2,000 a month to American Ash's Washington lobbying firm to keep track of federal ash- recycling legislation.
The same day the authority approved American Ash's contract, April 17, Wright said, he learned from Gianni Arcaini, a company representative, that the firm was interested in hiring Darcy, who was paid $119,000 a year at the authority.
Wright said he told Arcaini that the company and Darcy should be careful to comply with the authority's revolving-door ethics standard.
It was no secret Darcy was going to leave the authority. He had announced as early as November 1996 that he would resign as president. Arcaini, chairman of Environmental Capital Holdings, said in a telephone interview from his Florida office that he had the impression Darcy had left the authority in January.
But Darcy and Arcaini tell the same story about how they met at an April trade conference in Washington, and Arcaini professed not to be aware at that time that Darcy was still working for the authority. Both men said a trade reporter who knew them approached Arcaini at the conference and advised Arcaini that Darcy was going to be available as a consultant.
Darcy insisted he did not make any commitment to Arcaini until after he left the authority.
Nothing Darcy does now in his consulting job for Environmental Capital Holdings has anything to do with his former job with the trash authority, Arcaini said. Arcaini said Darcy is paid a yearly retainer and can make more money for extra work, but he would not disclose what he makes.
The trash authority is a quasi-governmental agency guided by its own internal policies and ethics rules. Its officers answer to a 24-member board appointed by the governor and leaders of the General Assembly.
The authority was seeking an ash-recycling plant to make use of material left from burning trash in its incinerators. Such plants remove hazardous contaminants in the ash, and put it to use as construction material for buildings and roads.
The Connecticut contract is important to American Ash because it has been trying to gain a foothold in the potentially lucrative ash-recycling market in the East. So far it has failed in efforts to put plants in Maine, New Hampshire and New York; its only existing plant is in Nashville, and it has a contract to build one in York, Penn.
In December, the month before he resigned as president, Darcy had received approval from the authority's board to complete negotiations and sign the contract with American Ash to establish the recycling plant.
But after the Dec. 19 board meeting, Arthur Fay stepped down as CRRA chairman and was replaced by Peter N. Ellef, commissioner of the state Department of Economic and Community Development. Wright said Ellef told authority staff members that he wanted to review the ash-recycling contract before it was signed and wrote to Darcy telling him not to sign it.
Although he had not spoken up about his own concerns at board meetings when Darcy was promoting the contract, Wright said he told Ellef the deal, as proposed by Darcy, would not have adequately protected the authority. And none of the contract's major drawbacks had been mentioned to the authority's board before Darcy was authorized to sign it, Wright said.
Wright said he and Ellef then changed the contract to substantially reduce the authority's financial risk in the deal.
Among the changes, for example, are that American Ash, rather than the authority, assumes the costs of construction and equipment. The authority can now withhold the final payment to the company until the plant passes acceptance tests; technical specifications that were absent in the contract were added; and financial damages owed the authority were increased if the plant should fail to process certain wastes.
The contract's cost is now $7.8 million, while the one worked out by Darcy cost about $350,000 less than that.
Ellef agreed with Wright's description of the review of the contract, as well as the drawbacks and resulting changes.
"During my entire tenure at CRRA I did nothing that wasn't in the best interest of the CRRA and the municipalities which it serves. That was my sole focus," Darcy said.


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PlayStation and co has released the following informative WrapUp for the PlayStation 4 and PS Vita Australian News. The following bullet points are E3 2013 official statements from Sony Australia. These statements tell the price in Aussie Dollars.
“Missed the conference today? Here are some of the major announcements:
– PS4 is coming and you can experience the next generation in gaming at the remarkable price of $549 (AUD Australian Dollars)
– PS4 supports used games.
– Disc based games won’t require you to check-in online
– SCE Worldwide Studios has more than 30 PS4 exclusive titles in development, 20 of which will launch during the first year of PS4.
– Overall, there are more than 140 games in development for PS4, including over 100 that will be available within the first year.
– More than 85 games will launch by the end of 2013 on PS Vita.”
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