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I Met A Homeless US Navy Veteran Today
While downtown this morning watching as the Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade was forming up I met a homeless Veteran I’ll call him Navy (US Navy, former aircraft maintenance tech on an aircraft carrier).
Navy asked a simple question, “Why is nobody helping Veterans in this town?”
Navy has been in town for a month, has money for rent but no agency has offered help. Even the VA clinic said they didn’t carry blankets, which is probably true as they are not a hospital. He said one homeless shelter has only 12 beds and there’s a waiting list. Other cities have organizations or programs that one can call and when you tell them you’re a veteran, they find you a bed where you can stay up to 6 months. I told him I don’t think we have that here.
I told Navy there are places that help veterans and gave him directions to a place I was sure could get him help or information of where to turn. I then continued walking and crossed to the other side of Tejon St. and it was barely 8:30 am, still an hour and a half before the parade would start.
I was approached by Navy again after he went to the place I sent him but they offered no help.
We parted and Navy faded back into the sea of homeless veterans and others living on the streets of Colorado Springs becoming invisible in plain sight. As I walked I saw many homeless persons on the streets, some with shopping carts full of their entire life possessions, others with nothing more than the clothes they were wearing. I continued walking a block or two down the street, crossed back over and ended up back at my vehicle.
It was cold 38 degrees and breezy and I just couldn’t take the cold and I returned home puzzled and depressed thinking about this homeless guy Navy, a guy whose been sleeping under the bridge, dodging eggs and rocks and ridicule while simply trying to survive. How does our society deal with our homeless? We care more for our illegal aliens and refugees, providing for their needs, but ignore the homelessness of American citizens and Veterans. There has to be an answer. I just don’t have one yet.
I went online and found a couple of possibilities, but most are geared up for counseling or adventures for veterans dealing with issues they had during active duty. I found very few local agencies or organizations in Colorado Springs that dealt with feeding or housing the homeless.
Winter is upon us, snow is in our future and we can bundle up if we must go out. What about the homeless veterans and others who have no shelter?
There is at least one company in town who builds tiny houses for those who can afford them. So why can we not allocate the resources necessary to address the homeless, provide assistance in food, shelter and job training and assistance for our most vulnerable?
In Colorado Springs there are motels (ComCor) that are turned into secure facilities for convicted criminals that are really facilities for rehabilitation and reentry into society.
Why not for our homeless? Not simply to provide housing, but to provide a total “VA Stand down” atmosphere where Veterans show up to have their veteran status verified, provide temporary housing, food, medical and dental checkup (prescriptions filled, eye ware renewed) job training and placement so they can moving into affordable housing, access to transportation and reentry into civilian life as productive citizens once more?
It’s easier said than done, but there has to be a way? It would require staffing services, committed medical and dental facilities, as well as dining facility and staff & food stocks, and oh so much more but it could be done with the right push by citizens, churches, non-profits, civic leaders and state legislators and the Department of Veterans Affairs all coming together to make Colorado Springs a leader overcoming homelessness.
As I said earlier I don’t have all the answers, but lots of questions and “Winter is Coming” and already is upon us. – I am the Real Truckmaster!


Cougar Football Starts 2-0
Chesapeake football is off to a 2-0 start with a pair of quality wins this September.
On September 6, the Cougars opened the season with a 41-14 win over visiting Largo. Quarterback Tyler Clark was 5-of-7 passing for 124 yards and a touchdown and added a rushing touchdown. Victor Listorti carried eight times for 37 yards, including a 22-yard touchdown, and on the defensive side of the ball he added two pick-6 interception returns for touchdowns of 45 and 35 yards. Brian Plummer had a 45-yard reception, Alonzo Wilkes had a 38-yard reception, Trent Jacob had a 20-yard touchdown reception, and Kyle Lane had an 82-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.
In Week 2, Chesapeake kept the momentum going with a 15-0 win over Randallstown. Clark was 5-of-9 passing for 90 yards with a touchdown and interception; he threw a first-quarter touchdown pass to Plummer that got Chesapeake on the board first. Jalen Richardson carried 23 times for 58 yards, and Devin Forrester rushed eight times for 28 yards and a touchdown. Julian Sutton added three carries for 13 yards. Wilkes made two catches for 42 yards, and Bryce Carleton had a 25-yard catch. Blaine Smith converted a 36-yard field goal.
The Pasadena Voice will be at Chesapeake on September 20 to provide coverage of the Cougars’ Week-3 game against Severna Park.
Chesapeake Field Hockey Scores Huge OT Win Vs. South River
The Chesapeake field hockey team outlasted 4A powerhouse South River on September 13 to in a shootout, 3-2.
Chesapeake received regulation goals from Madison Hoyer and Stephenie Brown, both assisted by Caitlyn Johnson, to take the Seahawks into overtime. After two scoreless overtime periods, the game went into a shootout, where Johnson, Hoyer and Georgia Spangler scored to lift the Cougars to victory.
Eve Vickery made 12 saves for the Cougars, who improved to 4-0. The defense of Johnson, Natalie Forman, Abby McFarland, Avery Sesney and Abby Dunn powered the Cougars in victory.
CHS Boys Soccer Defeats South River 2-1
The Chesapeake boys soccer team earned a quality victory with a 2-1 win over South River on September 11. Sam Adams scored off an assist by Nick Wells, and Julian Denardo scored the game-winner off an assist by Eli Belcher. Ethan Belcher had 14 saves for Chesapeake.


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What does Fair Fashion Mean? We asked Danaja Vegelj, Head of Designer Scouting at SHOWROOM
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Danaja Vegelj is Showroom’s Head of Designer Scouting. Together with the team she has selected young designer brands for our Berlin pop-up store in Galeries Lafayette that meet ecological criterias and are talented at the same time. We asked the design-expert about the definition of fair fashion and more.
Fair fashion is a big term. How do you define it?
“Sustainability” is near the top of the list of words being thrown around in today’s popular culture. Some say that designers need to use organic cotton or recycled wool. Some say that brands need to be officially certified. Personally, I see this topic as a human one. To me, sustainability means treating everyone involved in the production process fairly – starting with pattern-cutting, material sourcing, dying and shipping. In other words sustainability is about fairness. Fairness to the people who produce. Fairness towards the animals. Fairness towards the environment.
In our Berlin Pop-up Store in Galeries Lafayette we are currently featuring a beautiful selection of fair fashion designers. How did you choose the candidates?
We chose brands that not only work and exist fairly, but also have a story to tell. Rudolf Vienna, for example, is made within 150 kilometres of Vienna and collaborates with real people who touch the products with their own hands. Sanikai, on the other hand, is a certified Swiss brand that uses recycled and eco-friendly materials, and is extremely strict about the production process. Every brand we’ve chosen is different, yet they all have one thing in common – they have substance, a heart.
What are your three highlight pieces from our fair fashion selection?
Firstly, a colorful oversized knit, made by a young Polish designer called Berenika Czarnota that will probably replace my own jacket in the weeks to come. Second, a long cotton dress in check pattern by Berlin-based duo Ade Velkon, that reminds me of the early 90’s and adds a touch of grunge to an overly sleek outfit. Finally, a pair of ergonomically-designed underwear by Viennese Studio Miyagi – sexy and very understated.

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We are right on the Glacial Drumlin bicycle trail about halfway between Milwaukee and Madison. We are right on a snowmobile trail. Access to Bark River and many other Jefferson county waterways. Our B&B rooms are located above our pub. Please enjoy our free Welcome Pint! Choose your own full breakfast from our pub menu downstairs open at 6am. We are fifteen minute or less drive from Fort Atkinson, Jefferson and Oconomowoc. Come experience our small town atmosphere walking distance to three local pubs. Fifteen minutes from Johnson Creek outlet mall and many interesting historical sites and places in Jefferson County, Wisconsin.
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BBC Radio 1Xtra's Hot 4 2011: Khago - Live My LIfe
BBC Radio 1Xtra's Robbo Ranx has tipped Khago for dancehall domination in 2011. Born Ricardo Gayle, Jamaican artist Khago is no stranger to music. In 2006 he came third in the Jamaica Cultural Development Commissions annual Popular Song Contest with his entry Only If You Know. Khago re-entered the contest in 2007 with a song entitled Been There, which received heavy rotation on Jamaican radio. He has also worked with popular producers such as Marlon Young, Sly and Robbie and is managed by Bankylous, who has previously managed Shabba Ranks, Bounty Killa and Richie Stephens. Khago’s infectious song Nah Sell Out on the One Day Riddim has been heavily supported by Robbo Ranx in recent months, leading to a position on the 1Xtra playlist.


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Through interpreting the information in the table below, construct an argument that accounts for the trends in marriage and fertility rates. Give alternative explanations for changes in family structure. Support your argument with information from the table and other evidence form you course. Selected Family Trends in Australia Over Three Decades Early 1970sLate 1990sRate of cohabitation prior to marriage15%60%Median age at first marriage (women/men)21/23.426/28Total fertility rate2.41.75Percentage of children born outside marriage10%26%Median age of mother at first child24 years29 years (Source: ABS, Various Years) The family is a remarkably significant social unit. It is defined a group of individuals, related by blood, marriage, adoption or cohabitation (AIFS, 2001).
In all known societies the family has the function of regulating sexual behaviour and reproduction, of socialization, of protecting children and the elderly, and of providing its members with emotional support, health and well being (Edgar et al., 1993).
Over the last few decades, family formation patterns have changed considerably in Australia. Contemporary family sociology has identified that family practices are also changing rapidly. Massive demographic change has signaled significant changes in family-form with family-households now considerably smaller. Moreover, there is evidence that the norms governing family life are also undergoing change, from being primarily obligational to negotiational.
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Changes in family networks and changes in the norms governing family life have considerable implications for the Australian family as a unit. The table entitled, Selected Family Trends in Australia Over Three Decades, taken from the Australian Bureau of Statistics in various tears, provides statistics relevant to these changes in the Australian family over the allocated period. In interpreting the table, it van be acknowledged that the figured have increased or decreased dramatically over the given thirty-year period. Fertility is one of the components of population growth, as changes in fertility impact on both the size of the population and its structure. Declining fertility leads ultimately to an ageing population, which has policy implications for income support and the provision of health and community support services. Today women are starting childbearing later in life and are having fewer children than ever before.
Throughout this century, the crude birth rate has been declining although there have been fluctuations. As can be seen in the table, the birthrate has dropped from 2.4 children per woman in the early 1970s to only 1.75 children in the late 1990s. This 65% decrease has been linked to the increasing participation of women in the labour force coupled with changing attitudes to family size, changing standards of living and life-style choices (Birrell, 1987), as well as being attributed to the effortless availability of the contraceptive pill. However, the pill merely made …desired family size a practical and assured reality (Browne, 1979).
In addition to the patent drop in fertility rates, there is also some evidence to suggest that they are concentrating their child bearing over a shorter span of years and that there is a shortened age range in which women are likely to bear children. This phenomenon, known as demographic compression, is obvious to in the Family Trends table; the median age of a mother at the both of her first child having risen from 24 years in the early 1970s, to 29 years in the late 1990s.
These changes in fertility rates and age degree reflect women’s greater control over their fertility, regardless of age or marital status, as well as a tendency to postpone childbearing related to a desire to increased education and employment opportunities. The terms nuptial and ex-nuptial births have become increasingly common in recent years. These terms refer to children born inside and outside of marriage, respectively. The statistics in the Family Trends table shows nuptial and ex-nuptial births having relative patterns of change in their numbers. According to table, in the early 1970s, only 10% of children were born outside of a married couple, however in the late 1990s, 26% percent of children have been born outside of matrimony. The 16% increase began to occur when the contraceptive pill was first made available in Australia. Patterns between nuptial and ex-nuptial births began to deviate.
Today, people realize and see that there is not the same consensus of family dynamics and lifestyles that the 1950's demonstrated when "the family life and gender roles became much more predictable" (Coontz 36). An analysis of Stephanie Coontz's, What We Really Miss About the 1950's, along with the episodes of Leave It To Beaver, have revealed certain roles and structure of a quintessential family ...
Initially, use of the pill was largely restricted to married women. Some doctors were reluctant to prescribe for unmarried women unless they could justify a medical indication… advice to prevent pregnancy was considered immoral (Siedlecky, et al., 1990).
As the pill became more available, the numbers of ex-nuptial births began to decline, however, it increased again as the number of de facto relationships and single-parent families rose. Due to the increasing number of births outside marriage and number of births in second or subsequent marriages, analysis of fertility patterns based on births in the current marriage only, no longer gives the complete picture of fertility in Australia. Over the last 20 years the marriage rate in Australia has begun to decline. The number of registered marriages or weddings per thousand population gauges this trend.
In 1998, the crude marriage rate was 5.9 marriages per thousand population (ABS, 2000).
The marriage rate decline can be attributed mainly to changes in attitudes to marriage and living arrangements. Two contributing factors are that young people are staying in education systems for longer periods of time and the increasing incidence of de facto relationships and social acceptance of these relationships. These aforementioned causes of prolonged education and increasing numbers of de facto relationships have also influenced the median age of first marriage. In the Family trends table a noticeable rise in age can be noted, from a calculated average of 22.2 years in the early 1970s to 27 in the late 1990s, attributed to societys change in attitude regarding these issues. De facto couples are those who live together but are not registered as married and who identify themselves as de facto in a relationship question (ABS, 1995).
A new problem had arisen in the twentieth century. Divorces between couples were occurring more than ever, and divorce had become the main concern in the twentieth century. John Updike became interested in this topic and began to write on this topic. He became one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century. He has written some of the greatest stories, but all his stories have one thing in ...
These couples have always existed, but remained largely unrecognised in family policy until recently. Legal and government systems are increasingly recognising, and taking into account, such living arrangements. The number of incidences of de facto relationships, or cohabitation, prior to marriage has increased distinctly in recent years. As can be seen in the Family Trends table, in the early 1970s, a mere 15% of couples lived together before marriage, however in the late 1990s, over half, 60%, of couples had lived together before being married. This dramatic change has come about for a number of reasons. Traditionally, registered marriage has been the path chosen by couples wishing to form a recognised partnership. However, with the ever-growing acceptance of de facto partnering has allowed it to arise as a precursor or alternative to first marriage; individuals may choose to live together before, or instead of, registering a marriage and may to have children outside a registered marriage.
The introduction of the Family Law Act in 1975 allowed divorce of marriages, and since its enactment, divorce rate has increased (Edgar et al., 1992).
Over the last 20 years the divorce rate has fluctuated, generally showing a slight upwards trend. A recent study tracking relationships over time recorded a higher divorce rate among those who had cohabited, or lived as a de facto partnership, prior to marriage. However, the relationship between prior cohabitation and divorce is complicated by a number of factors, including, cultural differences, self-selection and the total duration of relationship. Cultural differences become a difficulty, as those who do not cohabit are more likely to come from particular religious or ethnic backgrounds, resulting in conflicting attitudes (AIFS, 2001).
People from broken families are less likely to have successful marriages. This is because of the psychological implications such families bring into their life. According to available psychological evidence, divorce is a major cause of emotional stress and depression (Clarke-Stewart, & Brentano, 2006). Depression as a psychological impairment has been evidently found to factor much in ...
Those who cohabit are possibly less committed to marriage, and the increased likelihood of divorce with the total duration of the relationship, including both the married and de facto phases.
For example, whether a couple married for 10 years is more or less likely to divorce than a couple who cohabited for three years and have been married for seven years. In line with the increase in the age at which men and women marry, the age at which men and women divorce also increased. This is almost definitely due to the fact that with an increase in marriage age, there must a parallel in divorce; divorce cannot occur at stages when the couple in question is not in a married state. Divorce rates have also influenced the number of blended families. The number of single-parent families, too, is rising considerably. These families may be permanent or temporary and may be formed as the result of: death of one partner; imprisonment of one partner; illness of one partner; single women choosing to have a child or children on their own; by the divorce of partners in a marriage; or by the break-down of a de facto relationship (Aspin, 1996).
9.7% of all families in Australia are single-parent families (Social Health Atlas, 2000), due to the aforementioned causes. The formation of single-parent families has occurred for several reasons. Social factors are the first and foremost. The attitudes towards divorce and having children outside of marriage have changed over the last two decades, and therefore there is a rater acceptance of single-parent families (Aspin, 1996).
In addition to this, the campaign of equal opportunity for women, and the emphasis on independence and personal fulfillment achieved through working outside the home, have allowed women to see themselves in a role other than that of wife and mother ( ….

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|Mercury is one of the one of the best-know and best-loved Italian diecast
producers. Founded in 1932, they managed to survive until 1980 before closing
their doors. Mercury produced models in many scales but is best known for
their wonderful 1:43 scale line of the 1960's. These 1:43 scale models are
highly collectible and quite valuable today.
Like many 1:43 scale diecast producers, Mercury was impressed with the success of Matchbox in the 1960's and decided to offer their own 3-inch line. Like Dinky's Mini-Dinky models and Polistil's Penny Cars, Mercury gave their junior line a special name. In keeping with the Mercury theme, they called their 1:64 scale line 'Speedy'. Most if not all Speedy models were based on larger Mercury castings.
Many collectors today have never seen a Speedy model. Only 18 castings were actually produced and few were sold outside of Europe. These models seldom appear at toy shows and can command prices of $20-30 in decent condition. The quality of the paint on many Speedy models has not survived well over the past 30 years and finding perfect examples is almost a lost cause.
As I only have one Speedy model in my collection (Porsche Carrera 6 #801), it is with the generous assistance of several other collectors that the accompanying images are presented. Mac Ragan, noted diecast author and enthusiast provided the four images to the left. Mark Foster provided the Osi Silver Fox and David Cook sent the image of the Chaparral. Thanks guys.
Like the Mini-Dinky and Penny Car lines, Speedy models were only produced for several years, contributing to their rarity on the market today. Several models from the 18 produced may be the only examples of certain cars in 1:64 scale. The Ferrari 250LM is an excellent example of a wonderful Le Mans winning car, not done by other small-scale manufacturers. This model is quite high on my 'seeking' list. The Matra Djet may also be a unique model in 1:64 scale.
While it's too bad that the Speedy line did not last longer, it makes these rare models all the more interesting when found. If anyone can send an image of the models not shown, I would be happy to post them in a future issue.
Porsche Carrera 6 #801
Chaparral 2F #802
Osi Silver Fox #807
Ford GT40 #804
Lamborghini Marzal #805
Ferrari 250 Le Mans #806
Alfa Romeo Montreal #809
Lamborghini Miura #811
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In Bethlehem, it seems that everyday is Christmas Day. After all, this is where the most famous birth story took place. But despite being the birthplace of the “Prince of Peace”, Bethlehem has been at the center of numerous territorial disputes for over two thousand years. That’s why this sign particularly struck me when I […]
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Lauris Reiniks (born on July 11, 1979 in Dobele, Latvia) is Latvian pop music singer, songwriter, television host and actor. Lauris was educated at the Jelgava Music college in Latvia and the University of Latvia, but acting skills have been honed in Los Angeles, California. He has released 7 solo albums. As a composer and recording artist Lauris Reiniks has received more than 20 National awards and has gained international recognition. The remarkable number of views of his music videos on YouTube has unofficially made him a "King of YouTube" in Latvia. Lately Lauris Reiniks is considered as the Baltic artist.
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On August 1st, 2015, 10 families in East Boston were displaced when the back wall of their apartment building collapsed. Tell Mayor Walsh and ISD to respond to the 4 simple demands of these displaced families by signing the petition. It's been 4 weeks now since they've been living in hotels, and it's time for the city to take action.
This video is a window into the INCREDIBLE surge of community power in East Boston, the epicenter of Boston's storm of displacement. It's been 3 weeks since about 20 tenants on Maverick Street were evacuated from their collapsed apartment building. They're STILL in a hotel in Revere without kitchens, with little privacy, with emotional stress and longer commutes. To make things worse, school is starting soon, and getting there won't be easy unless they're relocated. Lawyers are working hard on their behalf. In the meantime, as rents increase and displacement continues, neighbors are taking to the streets for the RIGHT to REMAIN and the RIGHT to RETURN!
“It’s not magic,” said Steve Meacham, housing activist with City Life/Vida Urbana. “It’s just the fact that once you decide to organize and fight back, you have a lot of leverage that you don’t have when you’re acting as an individual.”
We're only $12,000 away from the $200,000 goal of our Spring Drive! That's only 6% left to go. And we CAN do it! DONATE TODAY at http://www.clvu.org/spring2015. The deadline for reaching our goal is June 30th! We continue to exist, to grow, and to keep up the fight because of you!
Chants of "Aquí estamos. ¡No nos vamos!" ("We're here. We're not moving!") rang out on the evening of May 13th, 2015 through the streets around Maverick T station. About 75 people, majority Latinos facing displacement, took part. The march, organized by City Life/Vida Urbana, visited key buildings where new investors are forcing Latinos out. "Most of the evictions...are no-fault and are directed at working class people of color," said Andres Del Castillo, City Life's organizer in East Boston.


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I was at the Fed last Friday giving a briefing for the staff about the effects of tax rebates, and happened to see my old colleague Ben Bernanke walking the halls. With a few quick steps I risked getting tasered and we said a quick hello. His life has been one long sprint for at least two years now. Thursday’s market chaos was being reviewed, and following stresses to the market for dollars in Europe in particular stemming from the Greek debt crisis, the Fed has re-opened swap lines with foreign central banks (release here).
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text: I Am Ruby Bridges (Hardcover Book). My work will be precious. I will bridge the gap between Black & white . .and hopefully all people! I suppose some things in life are just meant to be.When Ruby Bridges was six years old, she became the first Black child to integrate the all-white William Frantz Elementary in Louisiana. Based on the pivotal events that happened in 1960 and told from her point of view, this is a poetic reflection on her experience that changed the face of history and the trajectory of the Civil Rights movement.I Am Ruby Bridges offers hope and confidence to all children. It is the perfect .

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As #COP26 brings increased attention to the UK’s role in solving the global climate emergency, new research reveals that calls from school leaders to overhaul the daily school run, responsible for a quarter of daily rush-hour traffic, may be going ignored (@ridekura).
According to a nationally-representative survey of 250 school leaders, conducted by school transport technology specialist Kura, nearly a quarter of school leaders (22%) have raised concerns around the level of toxic car fumes around their school. Two in five respondents (40%) also highlighted traffic congestion around their school gates as a problem, with a further 32.8% expressing concern that traffic levels around their school each day is both a regular annoyance and a safety risk.
Calls for more to be done to drive a more environmentally-friendly school run have been driven by increasing demands from school leaders, pupils and parents. A separate national survey of 1,000 parents, also commissioned by Kura, revealed that over half (53%) of parents would like their child’s school to be doing more to prioritise sustainability and green initiatives, with a further 49% reporting that their children feel the same way.
More promisingly, school leaders do predict a greener future for the school run in the years to come. More than a third (36.8%) of schools across the country now believe that the coming decade will see more pupils walking and cycling to school, as pupils look to avoid public transport and the toxic impact of polluting, low-occupancy car journeys.
In conjunction with investment into electric vehicles (EVs) having been announced during COP26, school leaders also predict a significant rise in electric vehicles on the daily school run over the coming decade, with nearly half (45.2%) asserting electric vehicles, such as zero-emission school buses, to be the future of school transport.
These zero-emission ambitions have been matched by action from many forward-thinking schools, with 21.6% of schools reporting having already put in place investment plans in this area, and a further 18% planning to invest in electric vehicles for their transport fleets over the coming years. But cost and a lack of charging infrastructure remain the main barriers to change.
Only a sixth of respondents (16.4%) reported that they believed that more environmentally-friendly shared transport, such as school-managed coaches and minibuses, would rise in prominence – a concern given that one 49-seater coach equates to 31 cars taken off the roads. However, schools have also been working towards making shared transport a safer, more attractive option for their pupils, with a fifth of schools (20.8%) having invested in additional contact-tracing technology to improve infection control on the daily school run.
Godfrey Ryan, CEO of Kura, said:
“A noticeable absence from the COP26 transport action plan has been how we can create in the short term a more environmentally-friendly school run for our children. This is a dangerous misstep, given that the daily school run remains a major contributor to toxic emissions around the school gates, crippling traffic congestion on the roads, and school staff having needlessly lost thousands of hours on outdated manual processes.
“We hope post COP26 that councils and schools give long-overdue attention to the need to overhaul school travel, which has remained largely unchanged for decades. With the right intent and action from the powers-that-be, we could be on the cusp of a technology-led revolution in schools in the years to come, with one much-needed area of improvement being safer, greener, smarter school transport for all.”


According to a report from Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg News, the AHL’s Manitoba Moose have made goaltender Michael Hutchinson a surprise scratch and recalled University of Manitoba goaltender Steve Christie to serve as the team’s emergency backup.
This has led to wild speculation that Hutchinson has in fact been traded. Earlier this weekend Hutchinson was the subject of a report from Sportsnet’s Nick Kypreos who linked him to both the Edmonton Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins and Florida Panthers via trade.
Sit tight, Jets fans. There could be more to this story to come.
Hutchinson has been ruled out of the contest due to a groin injury. Curb the trade talk… for now.


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The authors, Hanke et al, discussed variable selction methods for linear regression and that the best subset selection (BSS) is not always the best choice. After Bertsimas et al (2016) pushed BSS as a mixed-integer optimization problem (MIO) so that number of optimal variables could be in the thousands then they were able to compare this method to variable selection methods like absoluate shrinkage and selection estimator (Lasso, Tibshirani, 1996), adaptive lasso (Zou, 2006) and elastic net (Zou & Hastie, 2005; Zou & Zhang, 2009). Hastie et al (2020) was first to do extensive study comparing BSS to Lasso and did not find one out-performing the other. He had focused on comparing predictive performance while they are focusing on ability to select correct direct predictors. They used the MIO formulation so BSS could be used in high-dimensional settings.
In their methods, the authors discussed a penalized least squares approach, a penalty term to thrink the estimated coefficients towards zero and also the BSS, also in the MIO reformulation. They also discussed forward stepwise selection (FSS) as a popular alternative to BSS, though the stepwise procedures have numerous drawbacks, as they point out. They said that the FSS can be interpreted as a greedy heurisitic vesion of BSS. They also discussed the Lasso (Tibshirani, 1996), which as they pointed out while it can do variable selection, it can come at a price in situations with high pairwise correlation between predictors. An alternative is the Enet (Zou & Hastie, 2005), which can be formulated as a weighted combination of the Lasso and an additional L2-penalization (Ridge) term. This second term was designed to help with highly correlated variables.
Hanke et al then tested the BSS, FSS, Lasso, and Enet in simulations. Also, the tuning parameter and also the set size had to be set a priori so the authors then had chosen a grid of parameters for each value. In addition, the BSS with MIO had to run with a set time limit. They found that the BSS outperformed the other methods in settings with high signal-to-noise ratio and when variables are uncorrelated, an unrealistic situation. As soon as variables started becoming correlated, the BSS performance dropped and even the Lasso, which has poor performance amongst correlated variables, performed better than the BSS in these situations. The FSS achieved similar performance as the BSS in almost all settings and did sometimes perform better. The BSS was inferior to the Lasso and the Enet in settings with low to moderate signal to noise ratio. They found similar results in semisynthetic data as well. However, they had not done a detailed assessment of selecting tuning parameters and subset size. Therefore, they concluded that in general, the Lasso and Enet outperformed the BSS and FSS.
Keywords: variable selection, linear regression models, subset, Lasso, Enet, best subset selection, forward stepwise selection, tuning parameter, MIO
Bertsimas, D., King, A., & Mazumder, R. (2016). Best subset selection via a modern optimization lens. Annals of Statistics, 44(2), 813–852.
Hanke M, Dijkstra L, Foraita R, and Didelez V (2023) “Variable selection in linear regression models: Choosing the best subset is not always the best choice”, Biometrical Journal, https://doi.org/10.1002/bimj.202200209
Hastie, T., Tibshirani, R., & Tibshirani, R. (2020). Best subset, forward stepwise or Lasso? Analysis and recommendations based on extensive comparisons. Statistical Science, 35(4), 579–592.
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Zou, H. (2006). The Adaptive Lasso and its oracle properties. Journal of the American Statistical Association, 101(476), 1418–1429.
Zou, H., & Hastie, T. (2005). Regularization and variable selection via the Elastic Net. Journal of the Royal Statistical Society, Series B, 67, 301–320.
Zou, H., & Zhang, H. H. (2009). On the Adaptive Elastic-Net with a diverging number of parameters. Annals of Statistics, 37(4), 1733–1751.


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A raging forest fire in central Portugal has killed at least 62 people as they desperately tried to flee, charring cars and trucks as it swept over roads.
A three-alarm fire broke out on Sunday night at a 19th Century synagogue on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.
A fire in Queens killed at least five people Sunday afternoon, officials said.
A fire raged through the roof of a Brooklyn synagogue Thursday morning during the holy week of Passover, officials said.
Kew Gardens Hills, NY – A fire has raged through more than a dozen storefronts on a block in New York City, injuring three firefighters.
At least nine people died when a fire tore through a warehouse in Northern California during a rave party and officials fear the death toll from the tragedy could rise to 40.
An American Airlines jetliner was seen spewing heavy black smoke as it burned at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago after it blew a tire during takeoff, according to reports.
Australian man says the iPhone ‘melted’ and destroyed his car while he was on the beach, as lithium-ion batteries under scrutiny amid major Samsung recall.
MONSEY – Firefighters trying to tackle flames and smoke shooting from a large Calvert Drive apartment building were blocked from entering the complex by dozens of boxes stored in a warehouse space among the units.
The contractor who was charged in connection with a fire that left his girlfriend’s three children and her parents dead has gone missing.


Bucc5062 writes "LaserMotive has achieved the first step towards the creation of a working space elevator by qualifying for the $900,000 prize in a contest sponsored by NASA. To achieve this first level, LaserMotive needed to propel a platform up a cable dangling from a helicopter at over 2 m/s. They hit a top speed of 4.13 m/s. The next level of qualification will be to achieve a climb speed greater then 5 m/s. LaserMotive beamed roughly 400 watts of laser power to a moving target at a distance of 1 kilometer, as part of the vertical laser alignment procedure. The target was a retro-reflective board a little larger than 1 meter on a side. The contest will continue for another two days with at least two other teams challenging for the prize. To win the Power Beaming competition, the LaserMotive system uses a high-power laser array to shine ultra-intense infrared light onto high-efficiency solar cells, converting the light into electric power which then drives a motor. 'Our system will track the vehicle as it climbs, compensating for motion due to wind and other changes. Building on our experience from last year’s competition, we are designing an improved system able to capture the full $2,000,000 prize.'"


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For a while now I’ve been after an original Anglepoise lamp. The iconic design has been around since the early 30s when car engineer George Carwardine designed the three spring version. To this day, the lamp can be seen in design magazines and stands proud above lesser modern designs.
Once again, I turn to eBay and find an average example of the 1227 lamp, dating from somewhere in the 1960. The Shade has no lip on the rim and the 2-step base has a pressed steel cover over the heavy base material. The lamp is black and in fairly good condition if a little tired looking. The existing brass bayonet bulb holder has a switch that works – but doesn’t feel very positive. Dismantling it reveals remains of a spider and some surface corrosion on the brass contacts.
As this first attempt is for my own desk, I’ve decided to deviate from the original restoration and replace some of the fittings with new alternatives. I want to use a Philips Hue e27 edison screw bulb in the lamp and ultimately strip all the black paint. I’ll then polish the aluminium parts to a mirror finish and possibly spray the base cover in a complementing metallic silver.
The paint is fairly thin so one dose of Nitromors should do the trick.
The lamp if fully dismantled, wiring stripped and retained (in case I want go back to original state) and aluminium parts prepared for paint removal.
Thankfully, within a few seconds of applying the Nitromors, the paint on the shade begins to bubble revealing a clean bright aluminium underneath.
The arm sections require a little more effort, especially at the ends where the joints are – I wonder if the paint is thicker at these areas to allow for wear and tear.
With all the black paint removed I’m left with a clean, plain aluminium set of parts.
The other parts of the lamp; Springs, nylon spacers, nuts & bolts are in good condition and are retained for reassembly later.
For the rebuild, I chose some 3 core, braided cable in a steel grey colour which came from Pendant Lighting on Amazon UK, some new grommets, an inline switch and a chrome bulb holder with shade rings.
I treated myself to a bench grinder with polishing kit from Machine Mart and set to polishing the aluminium parts of the lamp. The wire wheel attachment on the grinder also did a good job on the steel base of the lamp. The polishing kit consists of a rag preparation wheel, a cotton polish wheel and some some metal polishing compound.
I’m very pleased with this machine, it makes light work of the polishing but it does take a bit of practice to find the sweet spot on the wheel – I launched parts of the lamp across the workshop a few times. Got away with it though.
With a final polish by hand, re-assembly and rewiring was done. The rewire is a little fiddly, posting the braided cable up the narrow bars and feeding on the grommets where necessary took a few hours.
As the replacement chrome bulb holder doesn’t have an integrated switch, I wired in an inline switch on the power chord. Here is the finished article. I’m quite pleased with the result.

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Step 1: Hydrogenation response procedure actions
In a 0.5 L autoclave, add the linalool rectification raffinate where the hefty components have actually been removed and also the driver according to the process needs, switch on the mechanical mixing, and also control the mixing rate at 400-500 r/min. The autoclave was replaced three times with 0.5 MPa nitrogen gas and three times with 0.51 VIPa hydrogen gas respectively. Fill up the autoclave with hydrogen, set the temperature and pressure according to the process requirements, and start the hydrogenation reaction. After the reaction gets to completion factor, the feed liquid is cooled to space temperature, and the feed is released after pressure release. The stimulant was recuperated by centrifugation, and also the make-up of the item was evaluated by gas chromatography.
Step 2: Vacuum distillation of tetrahydrolinalool
The set rectification procedure is adopted, the internal diameter of the glass rectification column is 25 mm, the size of the column is 700 mm, the bottom of the rectification column has a ring-shaped expansion tube, and also the within is full of mm earring-type stainless-steel packing, and also the decompression vacuum system is obtained by a 2ZX.4 rotary vane air pump. Dissipation is controlled by readjusting the voltage of the transformer linked to the sleeve thermostat, the tower top condenser is cooled down with faucet water at room temperature level, and the reflux ratio controller controls the tower leading reflux flow. The stress at the top of the vacuum purification system is 1.3 kPa, the temperature of the tower bottom is managed at 105-115 ° C, and also the back distillation ratio is 10:1. 1. Collect tetrahydrolinalool fractions with a leading temperature of 88-92 ° C/1.3 kPa.
Making use of 5% Pd/C as stimulant, making use of batch hydrogenation response process, 90 ~ 92 ℃, 2.0 MPa, and also response time 4 h, the linalool and also dihydrolinalool in the linalool vacuum cleaner purification raffinate The mass portions were 59.2%, 38.3%, specifically, m (stimulant): (raffinate)=1.2:100, the response yield of synthesizing tetrahydrolinalool from linalool vacuum purification raffinate was 96.3%, and tetrahydrolinalool in the reaction liquid The mass fraction of camphor is 96.5%. Tetrahydrolinalool items with a mass portion higher than 99% as well as a chroma APHA less than 25 can be obtained by rectification under minimized pressure, and also the correction return is 79.2%. The two dual bonds in the linalool particle have different activities throughout the hydrogenation response of 5% Pd/C catalyst system to create tetrahydrolinalool. Methyl-6-octene-3-alcohol, and then more hydrogenation reaction to produce tetrahydrolinalool. In the response process, linalool can form spin-off 2,6-dimethyloctane, P.2-mentene, P. 1( 7 )-mentene, p-mentanol-1, as well as the temperature level of reaction is higher than At 100 ° C, side reactions are considerably accelerated. Tetrahydrolinalool will certainly form oxidized tetrahydrolinalool in contact with air, and also the item must be secured by nitrogen during storage.

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HSU’s Oehlert wins Alamo City Classic
SAN ANTONIO — Baylee Oehlert finished what she started Tuesday with the individual championship at the Alamo City Classic.
The freshman shot a second-round 76 to finish with a two-round 148 to post the first individual tournament win for the Hardin-Simmons women's golf team since April 2007.
As a team, the Cowgirls shot 638 to finish as the runner-up behind Trinity (616) and ahead of third-place Southwestern (654).
Kelsie Guinn also finished in the top 10, tying for seventh at 158. Carly Pachuta (164) tied for 12th, Katy Burris (168) finished 14th and Bethany Simmons (179) tied for 23rd.
The men's team finished fifth in a mostly even field at the Alamo City Classic, shooting a team score of 597.
HSU improved its score by seven strokes from the opening round, but it was not enough to move up the team standings. Individually, Luke Smith (143) tied for fifth, while Matt Jouett (147) placed 10th. Aaron Errico (24th, 153), Austin Prior (tied for 25th, 154) and Clayton Bonner (34th, 160) rounded out the Cowboys lineup.
The fall schedule will come to a close for both squads next week as they host the HSU Invitational at Diamondback on Monday and Tuesday.
McM entries move up in final round
LAS CRUCES, N.M. — Three of four McMurry players shot their low rounds Tuesday at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate to move up the final leaderboard.
The tournament, played at New Mexico State's University Golf Course (par 71, 7,242 yards), included 10 NCAA Division I members in a 14-team field.
McMurry, which had all four of its entries playing as individuals, was led by Brendon Lowrance, who closed with a 73 and moved up eight spots into a tie for 56th place in the 87-player field, finishing at 13-over (74-79-73—226). Lane Roye had McMurry's best round of the tournament in the final round, shooting even-par 71 to move up 18 spots into a tie for 58th at 14-over (75-81-71—227). Sam Sweeney shot 77 and moved up a spot to 83rd at 23-over (80-79-77—236). Tyler Bilbo (81-78-84—243) finished 86th.
Lamar cools off ACU with SLC sweep
BEAUMONT — Chelsea Grant pounded out a match-high 15 kills and three blocks as Lamar snapped Abilene Christian's two-match winning streak with a 25-21, 25-20, 25-20 victory over the Wildcats in a Southland Conference match Tuesday night at McDonald Gym.
Ivette Dim and Tomar Thomas added seven kills each for the Cardinals (4-16, 4-4).
Jacey Smith had 10 kills and Lexi Mercier added seven for the Wildcats (7-18, 6-4). Kendall Bosse had 29 assists, eight digs, two blocks and two aces, while Lauren Walker had five kills and two blocks. Amanda Chapa added 15 digs.
ACU, 2-18 away from Moody Coliseum this season, continues its three-match road swing against Northwestern State on Thursday in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The Wildcats finish the road swing Saturday at Central Arkansas, before returning to Abilene to close the season with four home matches.


Artificial Intelligence in Industry: New Services and Applications
Artificial intelligence (AI) based on artificial vision can capture its surroundings through images provided by a camera. Thanks to it we can decipher what's around us through image recognition, the same way our brain uses sight.
Artificial Intelligence: Machine and Deep Learning
Written by Sergi Palomar
The development of AI is linked to the development and growth of Big Data and IoT. Back in the 50's, AI could not evolve precisely because it did not have large enough volumes of data nor embedded systems with high computing capacity. AI algorithms develop complex understanding processes, information extraction, and data interpretation. Therefore, having a low volume of low-quality data slows down the AI strategy, which is why it is fundamental that the industry considers preparing the data to be processed since it is an essential phase its good results are expected in terms of prediction and precision.
With AI, Industry 4.0 will be able to incorporate the following competitive advantages:
- Time and resource optimization through process automation.
- Help the decision making process with an increase in operation and production efficiency.
- Cost reduction
- Generation of new services and applications
I must highlight the main differences between Machine Learning and Deep Learning for a better adaptation to the final application, from pattern detection to predictive maintenance algorithms to object detection:
Table 1. Differences between Machine Learning and Deep Learning
When we tag objects in image libraries to train a deep web, we are helping this deep web to ascertain the characteristics of the object to classify. Every layer will take as input the previous layer's output, increasing the complexity and learning from layer to layer.
Fig. 1. Examples of neuronal network
Thus, from an input set of images, CNN will learn the required characteristics in its internal layer to be able to tag different objects trained in the output layer.
Fig. 2. Tagging and classification
Generally, there is one input layer that collects the images, resizes them and goes on to the next layers, which extract the characteristics. Next layers are convolutional layers, which act as funnels for input images by finding characteristics that will serve as such for the test phase. Later comes the pooling layer, which stores relevant information inside a window, which will allow a better adjustment of characteristics.
Prior to the output layer, we find the rectified linear unit layer, which turns the negative numbers to zero so that the CNN stays mathematically stable. Finally, the last layer collects the high-level characteristics of the images and turns them into categories with tags.
Fig. 3. CNN internal layers
There are currently different solutions to implement neuronal networks. Here are the most relevant ones:
- Tensorflow: it developed by Google Brain Team. It is open source software for numeric computation through graphs.
- Caffe: it is a machine learning framework designed to be used in computer vision or image classification. Caffe is popular thanks to its library of already trained models (Model Zoo) that do not require extra implementation.
- Microsoft CNTK: this is the open source software framework developed by Microsoft. It is very popular in the voice recognition department, although it can also be used for text or images.
- Theano: it is a python library to define, optimize and evaluate mathematical expressions that involve efficient calculations with multidimensional arrays.
- Keras: it is a high-level API for the development of neuronal networks written in Python. It uses other libraries like Tensorflow, CNTK, and Theano. It was developed to make it easier and more agile to develop and experiment with neuronal networks.
These four phases are common to all of them:
- Training: a selection of the neuronal network, dataset preparation, and training.
- Profile: analysis of the neuronal network bandwidth, complexity and execution time.
- Debug: Modify the neuronal network's topology to get a better execution time.
- Implementation: Execute the custom neuronal network over an Edge device.
In critical infrastructures, video surveillance systems are a key factor both for the internal security of the facilities and for the safety of workers. Due to the proliferation of tools to perfect and trains computer-vision solutions, it is also possible to propose solutions to monitor processes. This makes it possible to match images with other parameters coming from sensors, environmental data, etc., thus enabling more complete solutions for event detection.
As an example of a real application for Industry 4.0, I developed a project last year that I presented at IoT Solutions World Congress (2018) focused on the security of critical infrastructures. The main idea was to automate the restricted access to different areas of the process, automatically detecting people and PPEs (Personal Protective Equipment). This application was aimed for preventive security, with a real-time record of prevention of occupational risks.
The first step is to download images. As examples, here are a safety helmet and a reflective vest. Two different objects will become two different categories, helmet category and vest category, which will be the object to detect both in the training phase and the test phase.
Fig. 4. Downloaded images for training and test - safety helmet
Fig. 5. Downloaded images for training and test - reflective vest
Convolutional neuronal networks CNN require large datasets and long computing time to complete the training. Some can take 2 to 3 weeks with GPU combinations for the training. Therefore, instead of starting the training from scratch, there is the Transfer Learning method, where a pre-trained network on a different data set adapts to the new problems.
Images must be previously pre-processed and tagged before the training in order to:
- Equalize the images to adjust their contrast
- Resize the images to 227x227 pixels
- Divide the original dataset Dividir el dataset original, in two sub-datasets for training and test, 80% and 20% respectively.
Create the LMBD databases for model assessment.
Fig. 6. Generating the files train.txt and val.txt
Next, the average image of the training data is calculated, taking out the average image of every input image so that every pixel equals zero. This pre-processing step is usual in supervised machine learning.
Once we have the *.mbd files with the image information for the training, Caffe framework compilation starts in order to verify it works correctly. This training phase will enable us to carry out the prediction phase later.
Fig. 7. Training and prediction diagram
This is the neuronal network resulted from the training:
Fig. 8. CNN used in the fine-tuning process
Through the API, which enables the option of interacting with the CNN via Python, it is possible to load the generated graphs and obtain their predictions. In the tests, the prediction on laptops (Core I5, 16GB RAM) is made approximately in 80 minutes, enough time for applications like security and control cameras, etc.
Fig. 9. Detection of the safety helmet
Fig. 10. Detection of the reflective vest
Future of AI in the Industry
Most of the large Spanish corporations have already begun the deployment of AI solutions, mostly pilots and concept tests. A tiny percentage claims to have obtained good results already. Many of them, however, are drifting through the AI sea without a roadmap.
The direct application of object detection through Deep Learning techniques will be a game changer for industrial processes, especially in those where quality or chain production require better factors like plant yield or operational efficiency. Fig. 12. Example of fruit selection according to quality
In other emerging sectors like UAVs and drones, VPU (Visual Processing Unit) integration in their devices enables that, combined with computer vision and deep learning, a drone receives and processes gestural orders like, for instance, getting closer or further, take a picture, activate follow me mode, etc.
With larger UAVs, it will be possible to monitor crops, study the greenery, irrigation status, course of rivers and capacity of reservoirs, border control, etc. Multiple applications that the state of the art will make possible in the coming years when AI will shock us once again until the user gets used to it.
Let us know other applications of artificial intelligence in your industry and explore what ennomotive has to offer in this field. You are also welcome to join our community of engineers to continue learning and competing in challenges.
About the author
In July 2018, ennomotive launched a challenge that looked for a precise and robust solution to detect and monitor dust in industrial environments. 43 engineers from 20 countries accepted the challenge and submitted different solutions.
After a thorough evaluation, the solutions that best met the evaluation criteria were submitted by Manuel Caldas, from Uruguay, Maksym Gaievsky, from Ukraine and Sergi Palomar, from Spain.
Sergi Palomar, Telecommunications and Electronics Engineer and Researcher, Masters in AI and MBA, wrote this article to share his knowledge about the new services and applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry.
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Detailing The Demographic Evolution Of The American Electorate, 1974-2060
CAP, in collaboration with the American Enterprise Institute and the Brookings Institution, today released a groundbreaking analysis on the demographic evolution of the American electorate over a nearly 100-year time-frame, from 1974 projected out to 2060.
We can understand if you are a bit confused — the Progress Report usually talks about the news of the day, not the news of the century. But this incredibly detailed report, which breaks down shifts at both the national and state level for race, age, marital status, and education, contains a number of findings about long-term trends that are relevant right away. In particular, it paints a picture of a transforming America that when translated into political terms, should provide a wake-up call to Republicans.
Here are our three big takeaways from the report, drawing on the authors’ discussion of ten big demographic trends to expect in the coming decades:
1. The racial diversification of the American electorate is picking up steam.
While minority voters are by no means a monolithic voting bloc, it’s no secret that they tend to vote more Democratic. For a Republican party currently focusing all of its effort on shutting down the Department of Homeland Security over a common-sense immigration plan, the chart above should be downright scary. Essentially, it shows that the minority population continues to grow fast, but minority groups’ political power is growing even faster. By 2060, the population is projected to be less than 44 percent white — driven in large part by the growth of Hispanic Americans. Pass comprehensive immigration reform already!
Not only that, but a constituency that tends to skew more conservative, the white working class, is in a period of decline.
2. Seniors’ political power is growing too.
Seniors are projected to be nearly 30 percent of the electorate in 2060, up from 15 percent in 1974 and 21 percent today. This is going to make it more and more important that elected officials work to protect key programs like Social Security and Medicare that seniors rely on, not launch back-door attacks as current Republicans are doing. Additionally, these shifts make it increasingly critical that we take steps to address the retirement savings crisis — a problem the Obama Administration (and CAP!) wants to address.
3. Single eligible voters — particularly unmarried women — are catching up to married ones.
There have been significant shifts in family structure over the past four decades. In 1974, just 30 percent of eligible voters were unmarried. Today, unmarried eligible voters are nearly as large a group as married eligible voters — 48 percent to 52 percent. That trend is expected to continue, driven by unmarried women — who have been a particularly strong constituency for Democrats. Republicans, however, remain opposed to a number of policies that give working families and single-parent families a fair shot to succeed: policies like paid family leave and sick leave, equal pay, better childcare, and a higher minimum wage.
BOTTOM LINE: The demographic trends are clear: as the authors write, now and in the decades to come, “political parties must compete for the votes of a new America.” A significant increase in ethnic diversity, a changing family structure, and an aging population reliant on important government services all mean that Republicans need to change their tune and get on board with smart, popular policies — or be left behind.
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About Twery's Rare Coins & Jewelry
Twery’s has been a family owned and operated business for three generations. Since 1982 Twery’s has been successfully purchasing rare coins, gold, antiques, jewelry, diamonds and other collectibles from both dealers and the public in the South Florida area! We have an impeccable track record, so you can rest assured you are working with a company that puts quality first.
From the first phone call to the final handshake, we make meeting your specific needs our foremost priority.
About the Management Team
Active in the collectibles business since 1967. From the ages of 12 to 15, worked summers in the family antique business. Between the ages of 16 to 22, worked part-time in the family antique business, while attending the University of Miami to study Business and Art History. From the ages of 18 to 27, worked as Vice President of the family antique business.
In 1982, at age 27, opened SEARR CORP, a jewelry and antique store in Miami Beach, Florida.
In 1984, merged jewelry business with family antique business.
From 1984 to present, concentrates on buying and trading gold, rare coins, and watches, diamonds, jewelry, and antiques.
Kevin began collecting coins at the age of 5 when his mother gave him some Morgan Silver Dollars, and he has been hooked ever since.
After graduating college, he worked at a prominent rare coin and jewelry business. His duties included buying, selling and appraising rare coins and bullion as well as fine jewelry, diamonds and vintage watches. He also handled internet marketing and had a prominent role in lead generation for the business.
During this time he forged lasting relationships with members of the trade, from major national wholesalers to local small-time dealers.
Kevin’s passion and drive to learn pushed him to study historic auction prices of rare coins and recognize rare dates, mint marks, varieties and coin grading.
Over the past 6 years, he has attended several national coin shows from California to Florida.
Mr. Sepe has bought and sold multi-millions of dollars worth of rare coins, bullion, fine jewelry, diamonds and rare watches. He was also responsible for providing a major refinery with over $1 million worth of gold per week.
He is an alumnus of the Gemological Institute of America, a member of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, The American Numismatic Association and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.

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Groove Wines Tempranillo
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- 16 comments, 19 replies
@vwsmaltz and Monica spend a couple days for a Lab Rat Report definitely think pop and pour or a short decant is best for this nice easy drinker that's well worth the price.
@timnath Lab Rat Reporting this seems like a solid expression of Tempranillo imagine it might be nice to drink alongside a steak or burger, or perhaps a tomato sauce dish; and dark chocolate
2020 Groove Wines Tempranillo, Shake Ridge Vineyards
Not for sale online, $396.00/case MSRP
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2020 Groove Wines Tempranillo
3 bottles for $54.99 $18.33/bottle + $2.67/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $159.99 $13.33/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
This is all from shake ridge ranch?
Also those are some strange numbers. Nice low alcohol but crazy high pH and low TA.
@klezman Hi Nate here from Groove. Yes, this is all Ann’s fruit from Shake Ridge. Tempranillo is a higher pH grape, so not unusual. If you’ve had wines from SR, I’d compare this to Edmund St John El Jaleo.
@GrooveWines That’s a pretty funny suggestion since I have two (untasted) bottles of the 2016 of that exact wine. I have generally loved wines from Shake Ridge. I met Ann at her winery a few years ago, too, with some other folks from here when we did a Lodi/Amador tour.
I guess that also means I’d be interested in a bottle or two to taste this if a case is coming to SoCal.
@klezman Nice. His blend is different, but I make the comparison re: similar weight, freshness, alc.
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: Tax & Shipping not included in savings calculations).
2020 Groove Wines Tempranillo - $60 = 27.26%
Monica and I were lucky enough to be chosen as LabRats for this Tempranillo. We opened it on Monday and paired it with a Citrus-Garlic Flank Steak. Recipe
The wine was ruby-red in the glass. Notes of cherry and fig on the nose. The first taste revealed a medium bodied wine with layers of cherry, strawberry and raspberry. The low alcohol and the Mourvèdre allow it to have a very smooth finish. The tannins are in the background and aren’t noticeable. Monica got hints of leather in her tastings, but neither of us noted any tobacco notes (either natural or smoke taint). The wine held it’s own over the dinner and the next few hours as we sipped it.
We saved a glass to share on Tuesday. The wine had only slightly evolved. The cherry notes predominated and spice notes were evident. I definitely think pop and pour or a short decant is best for this wine.
It’s a nice easy drinker and well worth the price.
@vwsmaltz Steak looks great! Yeah we got the fruit into the winery before the smoke got really heavy out there. Given how bad 2020 fires were in CA, we are just trying to be an open book so people are comfortable.
@vwsmaltz curious minds want to know how the steak marinade recipe was! It looks good but I’ve yet to find a flank steak marinade that I really like.
@TimW we really like this marinade. It’s one of our favorites. Hers another https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/recipe-grilled-chili-flank-steak-with-tomatillo-pineapple-salsa/
@TimW @vwsmaltz Bahwm and I really like this one: https://carlsbadcravings.com/marinated-flank-steak/
@ddeuddeg @vwsmaltz thanks for that one, too! I saw another recipe on that site where they have a picture with one of my favorite internet chefs, Nagi, from Recipe Tin Eats (https://www.recipetineats.com/). Nagi has the best Larb Gai recipe https://www.recipetineats.com/thai-chicken-lettuce-cups-larb-gai-laab-gai/
Hi All. Nate here from Groove. Let me know if you have any questions. Cheers!
@GrooveWines Hi Nate, your website focuses on wine in cans - any reason why this is bottled? BTW - thanks for participating in the discussion.
@ctmariner We bottled this as well as a Petaluma Gap Pinot Noir because we thought they were really solid wines that would show even better with some age.
@ctmariner Additionally, cans are not suited for most restaurants, so we wanted a couple of wines that we could sell to local spots. The Tempranillo was actually our first by-the-glass placement at The Sonoma Fairmont (Sante’).
Initial pop-n-pour at 60 degrees.
This wine is a beautiful dark ruby color in the glass and appears clear with no sediment. On the nose, dark berries, and red cherry. There’s also a hint of rubber hose (dill?), leather, and cigar box.
The palate is nice, with balanced flavors of cherry cola, cedar, and my wife says, red pepper. The body is medium-plus but does not feel heavy or viscous in the mouth. It reminds me of a bold Pinot Noir, which I find quite enjoyable. Tannin is medium-plus, and acidity is well-balanced with the tannic quality. This wine does not taste old, which I suspect would support cellaring for quite a while. This wine was enjoyed with some 70% dark chocolate, and I felt that it complimented nicely. I would imagine it might be nice to drink alongside a steak or burger, or perhaps a tomato sauce dish.
This wine seems like a solid expression of Tempranillo and if tomorrow it is priced around $15-$20/bottle it would make this a great deal.
Thanks again, Casemates & Alice, for allowing me to vicariously be your eyes, nose, and mouth.
This is Shakeridge fruit. I’ve been in Ann’s winery (Yorba) and listened to winemakers trying to buy her fruit. Have to say she is very selective on who she sells to. No one more particular how literally every vine and even leaf is positioned. Total legend. Find multiple wines from her at French laundry. Check out Favia wines. Where do you think they get their Amador fruit for. I know this sounds like a plug, but only great respect for Ann Kraemer. Easily down for at least a case. This is a great price for her fruit and glad I’m introduced Groove.
@Leatherchair great info!
Yes! Total legend and everything you say is spot on. Pre 2020 fires and COVID, many young winemakers had too much wine - it was a problem for them. Ann is a family friend, so we were able to take some fruit that was earmarked for someone else, but they had too much inventory and were worried about the situation. We were starting the brand, so it worked for both sides - we got great fruit and the other party got to take a harvest off but didn’t lose their spot at the vineyard. -Nate
@TimW thank you TimW
@GrooveWines just ordered a case. Congratulations on your endeavor and best of luck and thanks for letting us try your wine at a great price
@Leatherchair Thank you! Hope you enjoy!
Oh, what the hell!
@kitkat34 Someone had to say it!
Anyone in Denver buying? I’d be interested in 2 - 4…
Case order in. @klezman three way split 6-3-3. I can let go of one or two if you like. Let me know
@losthighwayz I’m good either way
Not what I was hoping for. I opened this bottle to try tonight and a very off taste. Kind of disappointed as I have two more unopened bottles and I don’t care for the first one.
@nileal20 I’ve had two and found quite enjoyable. Maybe an off bottle?


Underneath we’ll get into a portion of the arrangements on How to Fix iPhone SE Bluetooth Problems.
The iPhone SE is a fine phone with smart specs. Yet it is not impeccable and users do face some problems while operating them routinely. Few iPhone SE users have Bluetooth issues with their phones. The problems reported are different in nature and in this guide we have tried to target all types of Bluetooth issues faced by the users. Keep reading to learn more about the solutions to Bluetooth problems of SE.
Fixes for iPhone SE Bluetooth Problems
Turn off Bluetooth and Restart Your Phone
If you find your iPhone SE Bluetooth not working then the first thing to do is to turn off its Bluetooth and then restart your phone. When your phone turns on then turn on the Bluetooth once again and then try connecting it with another device. This works best if a device you are trying to pair with is undiscoverable.
Check for Updates
Apple always updates the iOS. If you are on an older version the apps running on it will create problems. These will go away if you update pending software updates if any.
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update >Tap on Download and Install
Once this is done, try connecting your Bluetooth to check if the problem is solved.
As a next solution if you find your iPhone SE Bluetooth not working you can try forgetting the device.
Go to Settings > Bluetooth > My Devices > Tap the “i” icon just beside the name of device > Tap on Forget Device
Once this is done turn off your Bluetooth and then turn it on again. Now pair the device that you were not able to connect with.
Reset Network Settings
If you still find your SE iPhone Bluetooth not finding devices then try this solution. Remember to take note of your WiFi passwords because they will be erased from the phone memory when you reset the network settings of your phone.
Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings
This solution has worked for most and the Bluetooth issues of their SE iPhones have been solved.
This is the last option to fix your Bluetooth but if nothing seems to work you can try a Factory Reset for your smartphone. Remember to take a full back up of your phone before you can proceed with this step.
Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings
You will be prompted for your password which you have set as a security option. The process will not begin if you don’t put the security password. Also, keep a note of the WiFi password because that will also be erased. The process takes a few minutes.
You then have to set up your phone with your Apple ID and password once again when the SE iPhone is back to its Factory Default. Your phone is new just it was when you purchased it. You can now connect the Bluetooth device from fresh. This is a great solution and it also makes your phone faster.
These solutions will help you solve all Bluetooth issues on your SE iPhone.
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The Deputy Minister of Transport, Mr. Lisa Mangcu (MP) is leading the South African delegation on a lobbying mission for International Maritime Organization IMO Council membership. The Deputy Minister will kickstart his campaign when he, together with South Africa’s High Commissioner to United Kingdom and Northern Ireland host a dinner for the members of the diplomatic community accredited to the Court of St James.
The dinner will be hosted at the South Africa House where the Deputy Minister will deliver a key lobby statement motivating strongly for the support of the diplomatic community for South Africa’s candidature.
The Deputy Minister is already attending the 129TH Session of International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council taking place at the headquarters of the IMO from Monday, 17 July to Friday, 21 July 2023. The significance of this session of the IMO Council is the election, later in the week, of the Secretary General who will succeed the current incumbent Mr Kitak Lim whose term will end by the end of 2023. Also significant in this regard is that for the first time in the history of the IMO, three of the contestants for the post of Secretary General are women, one of whom is Ambassador Nancy Karigithu of Kenya.
The attendance and participation of Deputy Minister Mangcu in the Council is to strengthen Africa’s influence and support during the consideration of the IMO’s Strategic Plan for the 2024 to 2029 period as well as during the elections of the future Secretary General.
South Africa as a member state of the IMO has previously served on the IMO Council and will further contest a Council seat under category C of the IMO Council taking place later in the year. The IMO Council is the highest decision-making body in between the Assembly of the International Maritime Organisation. The election of South Africa to the body will strengthen Africa’s position and will ensure the representation of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) sub-region on the Council.
South Africa has a long-standing relationship of cooperation as a member of IMO after its re-admission to the UN System in 1995. The country has continued to actively maintain its cooperative relationship with the organisation and its members beyond this period.


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The sale of cannabis-related accessories, such as pipes and rolling papers, is allowed if done so in compliance with federal advertising requirements.
It remains illegal, however, for lottery retailers to sell cannabis-based products, including CBD oil. Illegal sale of CBD oil (or any other cannabis-based products) should be stopped immediately and the items removed from the premises. Failure to do so puts your lottery retailer registration in jeopardy.
CBD oil is a product made from the cannabis plant and thus captured under the definition of cannabis in the federal Cannabis Act, as well as in Ontario’s Cannabis Control Act, 2017 and the Cannabis Licence Act, 2018.
Licensed cannabis retailers
Only AGCO licensed cannabis retailers may sell recreational cannabis. All recreational cannabis goods are purchased through the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) – the only legal wholesaler of recreational cannabis in Ontario.
Ontario consumers may only legally buy medicinal cannabis products from a Health Canada licensed producer.
Edibles, topicals and extracts
In October 2019, the sale of edible cannabis products, as well as cannabis topicals and extracts, became legal in Canada. In Ontario, the OCS began selling these products in January 2020. Other than the OCS, only AGCO-licensed cannabis retailers may sell these products.

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A Sniff to Cure Alzheimer’s?
As a sinus surgeon and ENT, I spend a lot of time explaining the link between ear, nose and throat structures and more global health concerns. Obstructed airways can trigger a wide array of health issues including heart disease and depression, and undiagnosed infections can quickly spread to the brain and even prove fatal.
Yet these same structures also give physicians ready access to tissues that may benefit from the direct delivery of medications. Consider an intriguing new medical product: a nasal spray whose inventors claim it might someday cure Alzheimer’s.
How does it work? The researchers in question – William Klein and Vinayak Dravid at Northwestern University – engineered an airborne antibody designed to bond to a type of protein closely associated with the symptoms of Alzheimer’s:
Globs of beta-amyloid protein called plaques are a hallmark of Alzheimer’s. But these days most neuroscientists agree that a tiny particle form of the same protein, called an oligomer, is the primary toxin in the illness. Eventually these smaller structures glom together to form plaques, but by then they have already damaged brain cells. The antibody created at Northwestern binds to the toxic oligomers and could one day deliver therapies to the brain or help clinicians evaluate how a patient is responding to a new medication.
The process remains in the early stages, but the medical thinking is sound. And who knows – perhaps the day will come when any number of brain maladies will be treatable in aerosol form. Then again, not all of them.

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The coastal suburb of Santa Monica offers some of the most striking and scenic beach views and includes one of the most famous piers in the world. It also has top-rated schools, excellent health and emergency facilities, and options for recreation, making it an exclusive city in Los Angeles County to invest in real estate. Yet, Santa Monica's real estate market can be complex, especially with changing housing market trends in the U.S.
If you are looking for homes for sale in Santa Monica or property to invest in, getting more insights into the Santa Monica housing market is essential. While some potential property buyers may wait for the surging home prices to reduce, luxury real estate experts believe prices will continue to rise. But what can you expect from Santa Monica real estate? Read on to find out.
5 things to expect from Santa Monica real estate
Increased demand for outdoor access
Santa Monica is a beachfront city with several outdoor recreational activities, such as Muscle Beach, which offers an outdoor gym. Thus, most potential home buyers in Santa Monica are looking for homes with access to outdoor space and beach activities. These include properties with larger backyards, a pool, or close to the beach.
As a result, Santa Monica is likely to have an increasing demand for properties with outdoor access, particularly beachfront homes. Experts also believe that developers will construct more homes with outdoor rooftops and terraces, some being private while others left from the public. The intent is to meet the high demand for homes with outdoor access within the city.
The home value will increase at a slower pace
These trends are forecast to remain intact in the coming months, although appreciation will remain high in the coming months compared to the past year. Other elements likely to affect home value in Santa Monica include increasing interest rates and new listings likely to be added to the market. This shows that Santa Monica's median home value will gradually increase, like most cities in Los Angeles County.
Increase in renting costs
Real estate developers are also striving to develop more rental property to meet the demand, but homes are likely to grow prohibitively more expensive. With increasing home value, surging renting costs are forecast to complicate Santa Monica real estate. Luckily, David Dippong is the real estate agent that can help home buyers and sellers navigate the intricate Santa Monica housing market and get better deals.
Developers will be building for the future
Luxury real estate experts believe that larger apartment buildings capable of increasing density will likely solve the housing shortage in Santa Monica. Since a resurgence in property encourages homebuyers to buy and invest in beach homes in West LA and live close to the beach, new developments with larger apartments are expected to meet this demand. Besides, these structures are expected to align with tenants' changing needs and future lifestyle trends in Santa Monica.
Increased construction of new homes and larger apartments will also result in the development of better public transportation systems. The intent will be to have less parking for apartment buildings, designed to reduce demand for beachfront homes for sale in Santa Monica. This will also include determining how to provide parking areas designated for changing roles of vehicles, particularly charging points for electric cars.
Reduction in housing inventory
Santa Monica real estate predictions: the best neighborhoods to invest in
Downtown Santa Monica
Downtown Santa Monica is one of the most prevalent communities in the city, where you will find the Third Street Promenade and the Farmers’ Market. It is also near the Metro line, and people of diverse cultures live and work in the area. Although it lacks single-family homes, it features high-rise condos commonly found near Ocean Avenue and along Main Street. Other features that make Downtown Santa Monica a perfect spot to invest in include access to shops, bars, restaurants, and bakeries.
Palisades Beach Road
If you want to be part of the Santa Monica elite, Palisades Beach Road is home to some affluent people living in the city. Located close to Santa Monica beachfront, high-powered executives, icons in the entertainment industry, and owners of prominent chain corporations reside in this neighborhood. Palisades Beach Road is one of the most expensive areas in the U.S., with four-bedroom homes ranging from $5 million to $10 or $11 million.
Properties are also spread out across the area to ensure people who live here have the utmost privacy and personal space. If you are searching for small apartment complexes and apartment buildings in the neighborhood, Palisades Beach Road can be a perfect spot for you, since most people who live here are renters.
The neighborhood offers a mix of properties, including condos, apartments, and Craftsman-style bungalows. These include one-bedroom homes to three- to four-bedroom houses that are quite affordable. Besides homes for sale, this neighborhood features access to parks and a ton of shops, restaurants, and recreational activities than others in Santa Monica.