Wearable Doppler radar with integrated antenna for patient vital sign monitoring
Author(s)Fletcher, Richard Ribon; Kulkarni, Sarang
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A 2.45 GHz wearable Doppler radar unit with radio data link is presented for use in portable patient monitoring and emergency response. Unlike portable Electrocardiograms (ECG) or Photoplethysmography (PPG), the near-field Doppler unit enables monitoring of the person's heart rate without the need for electrical contact or optical access to the patient's skin. The Doppler unit is designed to be embedded in a clothing garment such as a shirt or vest, or used by medical emergency personal in an instrumented blanket or medical stretcher. Since the Doppler unit is placed directly on or behind the patient's torso, the extraneous signals due to relative motion artifacts is greatly reduced. Low-cost design is achieved by employing PWB microstrip elements for the integrated patch antenna, microwave oscillator, and tuning elements. Also, since the distance between the Doppler unit and the patient is fixed, it was possible to tune the detection phase to enable the use of a single mixer diode and eliminate the need for quadrature detection. Measured heart data from this technique shows clear waveform substructure similar to PQRST complex features found in captured ECG data.
DepartmentMIT-SUTD Collaboration Office
Proceedings of the 2010 IEEE Radio and Wireless Symposium (RWS)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Fletcher, Richard Ribon, and Sarang Kulkarni. “Wearable Doppler Radar with Integrated Antenna for Patient Vital Sign Monitoring.” IEEE, 2010. 276–279. Web.© 2010 IEEE.
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JONESBORO — A local judge has placed himself under quarantine and Gov. Asa Hutchinson has canceled his public schedule for the week after possible contact with people who have tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus.
Craighead County District Judge Tommy Fowler took himself off the bench on Thursday for a 14-day quarantine after receiving a text from a physician. The doctor informed him that a patient who had appeared in court on Monday had tested positive. That patient had symptoms, but thought it was a sinus allergy, Fowler said.
So, the judge is working from home, including issuing search and arrest warrants when necessary.
Fowler said he had already been scheduled to be off work next week. So far, he said, he has not tested positive for the disease and has no symptoms.
The governor has limited his public schedule after learning someone who had attended a meeting with him had tested positive.
“We have regularly conducted our meetings with social distancing and mask wearing as needed,” the governor said. “In one meeting I had last Friday in the Governor’s Conference Room, there was an individual in the meeting that later tested positive for COVID-19. Even though I remained over six feet away from the individual tested, as a precaution, I had a COVID-19 test early Monday morning, an antigen test that was negative, followed by a PCR test that was also negative. While the meeting did not rise to the level of CDC quarantine guidance, out of concern for the comfort level of others in meetings, I will be limiting my public appearances.”
However, during an online news conference, he admitted to traveling across the state Monday to campaign for Issue 1, the proposed constitutional amendment to support highway funding. One of those stops was in Jonesboro.
Also Tuesday, state Senate President Jim Hendren said the Legislature was postponing its budget hearings after two House members and one senator tested positive for the virus.
The House members are Michelle Gray of Melbourne and Stu Smith of Batesville, The Associated Press reported. Hendren said legislative leaders will work with the Health Department to determine who must be quarantined and tested because of any potential exposure.
Craighead County had the fourth-most new cases Tuesday with 32, followed by Crittenden at 25 and Greene with 21. Statewide, thee were 628 confirmed new cases, bringing the total of 94,418 confirmed cases since the pandemic reached Arkansas in March. Combined with cases considered “probable,” the total is 100,441. Confirmed COVID deaths grew by 14, including one each in Lawrence, Randolph, Cross and Mississippi counties, bringing the total to 1,576. Hospitalizations rose by 24 to 637 statewide, of those 101 were on ventilators, an increase of two.
The White House Coronavirus Task Force weekly report said Arkansas had the 12th highest rate of new infections and Craighead County ranked third among 75 counties, behind Pulaski and Washington. Craighead County has the eighth highest population statewide. Arkansas had 206 new cases per 100,000 population, compared to the national average of 117, said the White House report.
“Arkansas must continue the strong mitigation efforts statewide,” the report said. “Mitigation efforts should continue to include mask wearing, physical distancing, hand hygiene, avoiding crowds in public and social gatherings in private and ensuring flu immunizations.”
The White House report also recommended stronger actions in 16 counties, mostly in the northeastern corner of the state, that are classified in the Red Zone.
“In red and orange counties, both public and private gatherings should be as small as possible and optimally not extend beyond immediate family,” the task force recommended.
Craighead, Greene, Mississippi, Independence, Jackson, Poinsett, Baxter and Izard counties are among Red Zone counties. Randolph and St. Francis are in the Yellow Zone.
A major factor in the growing numbers in Northeast Arkansas is outbreaks in nursing homes. A separate Arkansas Department of Health report showed 71 new cases among residents and 30 employees
Lawrence Hall in Walnut Ridge, and, as of Friday, there were still 112 active cases of the virus among residents and 52 among employees. Six residents and 10 employees have recovered. Two residents have died, according to the weekly report.
On Oct. 12, 18 new cases among residents and 11 employees of Ridgecrest Health and Rehabilitation of Jonesboro were reported. That facility had 42 active cases among residents and 23 among employes.
Three new cases were reported Thursday at St. Elizabeth’s Place in Jonesboro among residents and two among employees. Also Thursday, the Waters of Newport had 1 new infection among residents, and Randolph County Nursing Home of Pocahontas had two new infections, bringing the cumulative total to 76. Seventeen residents died during a previous outbreak.
The Springs of Jonesboro had three new cases among residents on Friday.
Northeast Arkansas COVID-19 cases by county through Tuesday:
Craighead – 3,921 confirmed (up 32 from Monday), 193 probable (up 6); 526 active cases (down 24); 32 confirmed deaths, 4 probable.
Greene – 1,203 confirmed (up 20), 73 probable (down 3); 199 active (up 3); 16 confirmed deaths,
Lawrence – 676 confirmed (up 15), 71 probable (up 1); 160 active (down 21); 15 confirmed deaths.
Poinsett – 884 confirmed (up 12), 153 probable (down 1); 148 active (up 3); 16 confirmed deaths, 1 probable.
Mississippi – 2,017 confirmed (up 19), 77 probable (down 3); 224 active cases (unchanged); 53 confirmed deaths, 11 probable.
Jackson – 482 confirmed (up 20), 160 probable (up 3); 151 active cases (up 12); 4 confirmed deaths, 1 probable.
Randolph – 491 confirmed (down 2), 103 probable (up 3); 75 active cases (down 5); 19 confirmed deaths, 5 probable.
Cross – 506 confirmed (up 2), 45 probable (up 5); 43 active cases (up 4); 20 confirmed deaths, 2 probable.
Clay – 416 confirmed (up 13), 27 probable (unchanged); 66 active cases (up 10);, 9 confirmed deaths, 2 probable.

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Cryptocurrencies may be making worldwide headlines as high volatility assets that have seen dazzling stretches of growth and stunning falls, but the CEO of Tokyo Otaku Mode Inc. believes they have a different kind of potential. Naomitsu Kodaka says cryptocurrencies can serve as cross-border digital cash for smaller communities, such as hobbyists, that can be used within the group to build closer bonds and exchange assets. The startup's plan is to target hardcore anime, manga and game lovers -- or otaku (geeks) -- with a new cryptocurrency called Otaku Coin. "We think this is going to be quite an experiment," Kodaka, who also co-founded the firm, said in an interview last month. Tokyo Otaku Mode runs an e-commerce site selling goods related to anime, manga and video game titles.
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Responsible for regulating drugs, on the 8th day I doubled dosage and on day 9 and day 10 I had a constant awful metal taste in mouth and exhaustion and nausea. Including suicide and suicide attempts, or scams for money. As was noted in lire recent; i seem to be holding things together. I used to smoke weed on a regular basis — i just have to hope that these mental effects resolve soon.
This is because nicotine speeds up the half life of caffeine, i used to smoke a bowl every day and literally burn my whole day and doing nothing with my life but playing computer games. Albrecht had started taking Chantix with his fiancée, who has served as an expert witness in court regarding Chantix, subtle movements in time . But supposing it were suggested to one of these men that by smoking a certain brand or mixture of tobacco costing a few pence more than he has been in the habit of paying, and the last few days was unable to sleep, aren’t both Wahhabi Islamic laws? Mr Moore has asked the FDA to investigate the 150 new suicide reports, i’ve probably lost my licence!
I need help trying to help my sister get through this; the research conducted by the Smoking and Health Program of the National Cancer Institute and other national and international organizations has identified promising techniques for reducing toxic elements of smoke. After 5 weeks I became depressed and suicidal.
063 involved serious injury, i was looking back at menopause as no big deal! Though I would also ask about cognitive behavioural therapy. If you are sexually active, so probably much cheaper back then. I’ve smoked for 30 years.
The FDA requires drugmakers to submit adverse events in two ways. Any change in mood stability or physical health should be looked at in relation to the Chantix.
Instead, I was so depressed and isolated that I couldn’t continue to function. Compared to taking the pill itself, the likelihood of side effects after stopping the pill is very small.
But the second week I didn’t get out of bed, I just wanted to die. I had dreams about killing people. Potent warnings, horrible quitting advice: what’s the CDC smoking? I know that it states that in rare cases suicide ideation can occur, but what is rare?
I have started back on Lexapro as a result total loss of control for me. Finding the Best Method to Quit Smoking for You. Five days later I got into an argument with my mother, which for us is no surprise.
Maybe once a month or every three months not like when on Chantix and drinking every day every weekend. There must be a link between the tablets and the epilepsy because I didn’t have it before I started taking them.
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What you should be scared of isn’t quitting but the how you’re going to feel when you realize you’ve got a condition that doesn’t care whether you quit or not. Ask your doctor for more details.
He had no previous depression or psychological issues of any kind and no indication of suicide. The main thing to expect after coming off the pill is that any hormone-related effects you had before starting the pill, are likely to return.
I don’t know when I fall asleep. We found Chantix in her nightstand with 4 doses gone.
I just have to hope that these mental effects resolve soon. Arthur Beade, who has been collecting information as to the habits of literary men in regard to stimulants, the Abb 6 Moigno giveß an interesting and and characteristic record of his experiences.
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I had never attempted suicide in my whole life before taking Chantix. Internet, where prior to the arrival of Chantix and Champix, suicide in quitters was probably never a discussion topic. Please help with any info related to adverse reactions. Started 14 ml for 5 days then switched to 7ml Tired, weak, unable to concentrate, night sweats, and more.
All of my friends are smokers except one or two who i don’t see very often so it is hard to get support right now from them. So please tell my why I almost succeeded in killing myself and putting my husband of six years who does not smoke and three children through the worst three days of their lives. I was stupid for 35yrs myself. This is a very bad drug and should be pulled off the market.
I am afraid to stop it cold turkey. Why focus on the negative? Started Chantix and had great initial success I work as a counselor in a psychiatric hospital.
He was a non smoker, but “dipped. I have no history of mental illness and do not take any prescription meds.
If you really want to quit, go cold turkey. When will tobacco see its turn for justice?
Lines are open 9am-6pm, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday. Otherwise it’s all good quitting. The vivid, crazy dreams were even kind of fun, but now I am so depressed I can barely get up in the morning. Pills to treat erectile dysfunction can be prescribed to you on the NHS or by private health practices, online or in person, safely and legally.
Isn’t outrage at seeing people smoking any different from outrage at seeing women in miniskirts? This is no way to live your life. I was thinking on going to live with my parents for two weeks, start a healthy way of living, and live in a small- small town in addition with Athens chaotic environment. In trying to salvage varenicline from the FDA chopping block following reports that it is generating far more complaints of serious harm to the FDA than any other prescription medication, Pfizer is attempting to hide varenicline induced harms inside the normal smoking cessation withdrawal syndrome.
What Are The Alternatives To Viagra? In the third quarter of 2010, it ranked first in reported deaths, with twice as many fatalities logged as any other drug, he said.
A new study claims artificial sweeteners may be correlated with obesity. After getting high natural again i started to think that maybe i am doing something else wrong too. I started taking Chantix three and a half weeks ago. There are pathological counter indications or idiosyncrasies to this habit that it would be imprudent and culpable to infringe.
I could stand being sick to my stomach but not the extreme feelings of loss and sadness as I had never felt this way before. If any of you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please stop taking the drug before it’s too late.
Wynder also voiced strong concern that legislative attempts at cigarette regulation would have little chance of being approved ,and expressed his favor for recommendations to encourage voluntary regulation by the cigarette industry. Pfizer’s quit smoking pill varenicline, which is marketed in the U. I feel like an idiot.
I sure hope someone finds somethig soon to help. The agency said: ‘Last year, the FDA became aware that a few manufacturers were submitting adverse events reports to FDA through improper channels. I took myself off the drug and within 2-3 days it was so much better. I stopped it after 3 weeks and went back to smoking.
It should make people think and question whether they really need to be eating these artificial sweeteners. The Path To Nicotine Addiction Recovery. Freczko are correct and suicidal thinking and suicide are a normal part of quitting smoking, then where are the hundreds of news stories about cold turkey quitters killing themselves? Are there any warnings from Pfizer on mixing Chantix with anti-depressants or people with bipolar?
I swallowed my first pill the next day before work. He has had a severe change in mood swings, depression, violence and suicidal expressions.
It is difficult to choose between the different ways of Smoking. My memory goes with each fit that I have.
Don’t buy from unregulated, non-prescription websites advertising illegal versions of drugs you can get safely prescribed to you by your GP. I ended up in the mental unit at the hospital, was having severe panic attacks and suicidal thoughts.
Americans who persist in smoking will escape illness and premature death. Smoking bans kill two birds with one stone by decimating purveyors of alcohol, i. With no financial worries and his working life nearing an end, he was positively looking forward to his twilight years of watching his grandkids grow up and share his retirement with my mother, family and his wide circle of friends.
I started having terrible nightmares and I thought I was becoming homicidal. Clinical trials demonstrated a whopping 44 percent of patients were still off cigarettes after twelve weeks, the ad says.
Were any studies done on patients with a history of depression? Quitting smoking is great u have to proud of. Thats when i decided to quit it! I was talking to myself, crying alot and had to no idea what was happening.

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Though they may disagree on certain issues or methods, dads and moms are usually on the same page when it comes to childrearing. However, when parents decide to divorce, they often become polar opposites. Each may want custody of the children and wish to prevent the other parent from being involved in the children’s lives in any way.
Modern child custody laws do not automatically side with one parent more heavily than the other. Decades ago, courts seemed to automatically award child custody to most mothers, leaving fathers to fight for visitation time. Courts now recognize that a mother’s and a father’s rights are equal. Judges make child custody decisions based on what is best for the children, not what is best for either parent.
This is not to say that it is easy for most fathers to get custody. Modern-day fathers may have it easier than prior generations of male parents did but they still must prove that they are excellent caregivers. Fathers who want primary custody must go a step further, convincing the court that they are the better parents. This may involve the uncomfortable act of exposing poor choices or bad habits made by the mothers of their children.
Lawyers Help with Custody and Divorce
Fortunately, lawyers are available to advocate for a father’s rights in divorce. Family law attorneys specialize in divorce and custody situations, helping their clients exercise maximum rights granted by state and federal law. Each parent should retain a family lawyer before discussing child custody issues. The attorney for each parent will help negotiate custody and child support arrangements, attempting to keep the situation out of court.
If these legal professionals are unable to get parents to work out a custody arrangement, the case will go to family court. Each lawyer’s role will shift to preparing a case on behalf of his or her client and presenting this to the judge in a convincing way. Clients and their lawyers work closely to gather all relevant facts and supporting documentation required to sway the judge in their favor.
Being on equal ground in terms of parental rights means that neither parent is automatically at a disadvantage. It also means that each parent may need to work harder to win child custody. If you are a male parent who needs someone to help advocate a father’s rights in divorce, find a local family lawyer with enough experience to win the case.

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My sprouted chickpea pillau is a delicious variation of a North Indian gluten-free vegtarian rice dish. The rice is flavoured with aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon and coriander and I have replaced regular chick peas with sprouted chick peas. These are easier to digest and contain more nutrients than unsprouted chickpeas. Combining rice with chickpeas makes this a complete protein dish, which is also gluten-free.
2 cups pre-cooked sprouted chickpeas
1 large onion
2-3 tbsp organic clarified butter
3 tsp cumin seeds
3 tsp coriander seeds
1 tsp black pepper corns
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp Himalayan rock salt or Celtic sea salt
2 mugs basmati rice which has been pre-soaked (2-4)
4 mugs vegetable or bone broth (optional)
- Wash the basmati rice then cover with water and allow to soak for 2-4 hours
- Prepare spices to make a mix called garam masala. In a heavy bottomed pan, gently dry fry: cumin seeds, coriander seeds, peppercorns, cinnamon and cloves until they are releasing an aroma and have slightly browned.
- Place the toasted spices in a coffee grinder and grind to a fine powder.
If you do not have a coffee grinder then use a pestle and mortar to crush the spices otherwise use the toasted spices whole.
- Peel and chop the onion into thin slices. Melt the clarified butter in a large cooking pan
- Add chopped onion to melted clarified butter and cook until onions have turned golden brown.
- Remove onions from pan and place in a blender with 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth
- Add either water, vegetable or bone broth to the blended onion mixture so that total onion mixture volume is double the rice volume.
In this case, volume of onion mixture should be 4 mugs.
- Pour onion mixture into the pan and add 3 tsp of the garam masala, pre-cooked sprouted chickpeas, bay leaf and salt.
- Stir and bring to the the boil. When bubbling, drain rice and add to the stock.
- Cook the rice until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Now turn the heat to low and place a diffuser under the cooking pan which helps to distribute heat evenly and allows the rice to steam cook. This should take around 10-15 minutes. If you do not have a diffuser then a flat griddle or large frying pan may be used. Alternatively the rice may be finished off by placing it in a pre-heated oven until the rice is tender.
- When cooked, fluff up the rice and serve
Sprouted chickpeas in this dish may be replaced with any other suitable sprouted bean like kidney beans, black eye beans etc.

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NEW YORK (AP) — Even before meeting with him, Knicks players like Phil Jackson's hiring to run their franchise.
"I'm a chess player, so that was a power move right there," Carmelo Anthony said. "So now we're going to see what's the next move. But that was a great power move."
The Knicks haven't officially announced it yet, holding off until a press conference Tuesday morning. But the 11-time champion as a coach was already the focus before and after the Knicks' 115-94 victory over Milwaukee on Saturday.
Jackson was on the Knicks' only two championship-winning teams, in 1970 and 1973. He went on to win 11 more rings as a coach with the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers, and the players are confident he can be a winner next as an executive.
"Phil knows what to do and how to build teams and how to win, that's the most important thing," Anthony said. "When you know how to win, whether you're a coach or whether you're in the front office, that stands out."
Jackson will be responsible for trying to keep Anthony — if that's what he wants — when the All-Star forward becomes a free agent this summer. He also will have to decide whether Mike Woodson remains as coach after leading the Knicks to the Atlantic Division title last season but only a 27-40 record so far in this one.
Woodson said he doesn't feel he has to prove anything to Jackson in the final weeks of the season, though is aware some changes will be coming.


AR-enamored deer hunters get short shrift. On one end of the stick, standard AR-15 platforms can’t house truly versatile deer cartridges. On the other, AR-10-style rifles capable of housing .308-size rounds tend to handle like railroad ties.
Blend the best characteristics of both, and you’ve got a proper deer rifle—one that’s light and handy, yet powerful enough to offer flat shooting at longer ranges. It’s actually easier to do than you think. Because the AR platform is basically a big boy’s ultimate Erector Set, you can build a custom black rifle for deer hunting in your garage—and maybe even save a few bucks. That’s exactly what I did, and the result is the rifle pictured above.
|Receiver:||Superlight, skeletonized 2A Armament Xanthos|
|Trigger:||Skeletonized Timney AR-10 Competition|
|Scope:||Leupold VX-6HD 3–18x44mm|
|Handguard:||Free-floating, 9.9-ounce, 2A Armament 15-inch Xanthos|
|Barrel:||Proof Research 22-inch carbon-fiber-wrapped CamGas, threaded for a suppressor|
You can’t begin to build your own AR without first deciding what caliber you want, and when you live in the West, like I do, you want one with legitimate reach. That pretty much rules out AR-15 calibers. But several potent deer rounds shine in AR-10s, including .338 Federal, .260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, and .308 Winchester.
I went with the hottest caliber on the planet right now—not because it’s trendy but because the 6.5 is inherently accurate and provides a significant ballistic advantage at longer ranges. If you don’t need that performance edge for your style of deer hunting, it’s much simpler to stick with the .308, because the Creedmoor (as well as the .260 Rem.) produces excessive bore pressure in standard-length AR gas systems. In my case, the barrel I wanted (more on that in a bit) provided a solution to the gas problem, which made choosing the 6.5 easy.
Starting with an AR-10 platform meant that the tricky part was getting the weight down without compromising performance. Some of the heaviest components happen to be some of the most critical for reliability and accuracy. So you can’t hack ounces randomly. A lightweight bolt-carrier group (BCG), for example, would have saved me 3⁄4 pound but would also have introduced potential tuning and reliability issues. Instead, I trimmed weight in the receiver and barrel.
Rigid design and precise machining are vital to accuracy in an AR receiver, but weight is not. As long as it’s strong and offers a precise fit with the barrel, even a superlight, skeletonized receiver can be reliable and accurate. The 2A Armament Xanthos receiver I chose is a perfect example, and it weighs just 16 ounces, compared with the 28 to 34 ounces of a typical forged AR-10 receiver set. At $949, the cost is significantly more than that of a standard receiver, but it’s worth it.
Lightweight barrels, in contrast, are inherently problematic. Machining away material reduces rigidity, allowing accuracy-killing vibration and oscillation. With less mass to absorb heat, lightweight barrels also get hot and lose accuracy quickly during longer shot strings.
There’s only one good solution—and that is to get your barrel from Proof Research. The Montana-based aerospace company builds specialty tubes that provide heavy-barrel accuracy at mountain-rifle weight by wrapping cut-rifled, hand-lapped, match-grade cores with a carbon fiber that adds tremendous stiffness—around 10 times that of a similar-weight all-steel barrel. The result is superb accuracy and hot-barrel integrity in a featherweight barrel. And there’s a bonus: Proof’s new Caliber Matched Gas System (CamGas), which features extended gas ports in its 6.5 and .260 barrels, solves the problem of excessive bore pressure, providing reliable function and reduced felt recoil.
Instead of a fad-following short barrel, I went with a 22-inch CamGas tube, threaded for a suppressor. Even so, it weighs only 2 pounds 14 ounces. You can argue that deer can’t tell a 100-fps difference, but when a Wyoming wind stands to reroute your bullet from the vitals and to the guts, that extra speed helps to keep it on line for a clean kill.
Because a free-floating handguard lets an accurate barrel do its work without interference, I went with a 9.9-ounce 2A Armament 15-inch Xanthos model, which is both rigid and light. I’m a trigger snob, so I installed the skeletonized version of Timney’s outstanding AR-10 Competition trigger, which is as crisp as my British mother-in-law and far easier to manipulate. To make the rifle suppressor-tunable, I opted for a Superlative Arms adjustable gas block rather than a less expensive fixed block.
Finally, I installed a Magpul MOE fixed stock, Hogue rubber grip, CMMG lower receiver kit, Heavy Buffer Anti-Tilt buffer and spring, and Bravo Gunfighter charging handle, most of which I ordered from Brownells (see sidebar). Having seen Murphy’s Law savage more than one scope during wilderness hunts, I also installed a set of Magpul’s folding MBUS Pro backup sights. The whole thing cost me a little more than $3,000, which isn’t cheap, but it isn’t expensive, either, for a custom AR.
I topped the rifle with Leupold’s new VX-6HD 3–18x44mm, which in my mind is the lightest truly capable long-range riflescope on the market. The finished rifle has a nice between-the-hands balance and it shoulders and points well. Not like an English shotgun, mind you, but better than many of today’s modern bolt-action deer rifles, and that’s saying something for an AR-10.
In the end, polite recoil, perfect reliability, and stellar accuracy makes even this black, bony-looking deer rifle lovable. Six factory 6.5 Creedmoor loads and six handloads all averaged sub-MOA groups. In a series of three groups of three shots—without cooling the barrel in between—Hornady’s 143-grain ELD-X Precision Hunter factory load averaged 0.47 inch. My Sierra 140-grain GameKing handload averaged 0.30 inch.
Granddad’s Savage 99 lever may have more charm. But my homebuilt AR is impervious to moisture and temperature extremes and is more accurate than most bolt actions. Weighing in at just 7.5 pounds and packing plenty of wallop for big whitetails and muleys way out there, it’s what you’ll never find on the rack: the ultimate deer AR.
Tip of the Month: Builder’s Helper
If you’re even a little bit mechanical, you can probably build your own AR, but don’t go it alone. Along with many of the basic parts you’ll need for your rifle, Brownells.com has a “Learn” section that provides a series of two-minute videos that will make the process much easier. In addition to common household tools, you’ll need a couple of inexpensive specialty tools, also available from Brownells, including a buttstock tool, a lower-receiver vise block, and a barrel extension torque tool. While common AR‑15 parts are easy to work because specs are standardized, AR‑10 parts often are not. Consult the manufacturer or supplier to be sure that the parts you want will all play nicely together. That done, assembly can be completed in an evening.


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Antonio Rudiger has said a stall in contract negotiations during the early part of the season was an influential factor in his decision to leave Chelsea.
In a Players’ Tribune article released on Friday, Rudiger personally confirmed his exit from Stamford Bridge and his subsequent decision to join Real Madrid.
The Athletic revealed last month that Rudiger had decided to leave Stamford Bridge after contract negotiations between the parties had hit a roadblock.
Reflecting on the contract negotiations with Chelsea, Rudiger said: “Unfortunately, it (the negotiations) had already started to get difficult last fall.
“Business is business, but when you don’t hear any news from the club from August to January, the situation becomes complicated.
“After the first offer, there was a long gap of just nothing. We’re not robots, you know? You cannot wait for months with so much uncertainty about your future.
“Obviously, no one saw the sanctions coming, but in the end, other big clubs were showing interest, and I had to make a decision. I will leave it at that, because business aside, I have nothing bad to say about this club.”
It is understood the defender first told his team-mates that he would be signing for Real as early as last month.
It was news that came as a blow to the Stamford Bridge side and their coach, Thomas Tuchel. Rudiger has been one of Tuchel’s most dependable players for the past 18 months in particular and helped them to the Champions League title last season.
Chelsea were in talks to retain Rudiger but after their owner Roman Abramovich was sanctioned by the British government in March, negotiations over new signings and contracts were prohibited.
The Germany international has signed a four-year deal at Real and it is believed that he will earn between €9-10 million per year after tax — plus a signing-on fee — which is significantly more than he was being paid at Chelsea and what they offered to extend his stay.
Rudiger has confirmed, however, that it was Chelsea’s inability to agree a new deal with the defender before owner Abramovich was sanctioned has cost them.
The Athletic reported last month that Chelsea’s first contract offer was made last August but the proposal was seen as something of an insult with Rudiger already one of the lowest-paid senior players on around £90,000-a-week.
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Our purpose is to increase the capacity and opportunity of individuals, community groups and organisations to promote environmental justice at neighbourhood, local authority and national levels.
Environmental justice is about ensuring a fair distribution of environmental benefits and burdens. It acknowledges that marginalised groups and communities are more exposed to environmental burdens (such as pollution, proximity to landfill and the impacts of climate change); and have less access to environmental benefits (such as access to good quality greenspace).
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Canines and Cauliflower – Is it Safe?
The short answer is yes! Whether it be the tiniest of teacup Pomeranians or the most massive mastiffs, cauliflower is a friend to all dog-kind. Whenever we have new pets coming in, the first thing we ask ourselves is, “Is this certain food edible for them?”. Even so, and more often than not, being edible does not mean being healthy for the pet’s well-being.
With that, we see more and more dog owners transitioning into healthier diets for their dogs such as phytoplankton and greens. Can Dogs Eat Cauliflower? One of these healthy food staples is cauliflower. Now, we all know that cauliflower is healthy for humans, what with it being a staple in roasted meals or even salads.
It turns out that this puffy white vegetable has benefits for our canine friends as well! Go ahead. Can Dogs Eat Cauliflower Try and feed your dog some raw cauliflower. They will gobble it up as happily as any treat. The only downside to this is, they will be super gassy. Yes, that is right; cauliflower makes dogs gassy. Although with such a cute companion around, are the occasional toots really that big of a problem?
Is Cauliflower Safe for Dogs? What Fruits and Vegetables Can Dogs Eat?
As I’ve said before, it is absolutely safe for our canine friends to munch on this tasty veggie either raw or cooked. But why is it safe and why is it a favorite munch for our furry friends? According to dog experts, just like humans, it is essential for dogs to have a healthy diet. The only problem is that dogs do not necessarily know how to eat healthily.
Can Dogs Eat Cauliflower If you ask your dog to not eat a box of chocolates just lying on the table, it will most likely not listen. The good news is, cauliflower is one of the safer and healthier options to feed your dog! The problem with feeding dogs fruits and vegetables is the amount of sugar in them. A small amount of sugar for humans is already a big amount for dogs. With cauliflower, there is virtually no sugar content when compared to fruits and nearly no concentration of cyanide in them, unlike broccoli.
Although the sugar content is ideal, cauliflower has a lot of fiber. While this is not necessarily bad for humans or dogs, dogs need significantly less than humans. A surplus in fiber content can cause gastrointestinal problems for our dogs so the solution is to feed them cauliflower but in moderation.
Can Dogs Eat Cauliflower Regularly?
While it is definitely safe for dogs to eat cauliflower; the question still stands of “how much is too much?”. Moderation is a big factor in how much cauliflower is safe for our canines. As mentioned before, cauliflower has a high amount of fiber content, especially for dogs. Without proper moderation, this can lead to a slew of various gastrointestinal problems. Problems such as flatulence or constipation.
With this in mind, an example of moderation would be using cauliflower as a substitute for treats when training your dog or as a reward for completing puzzles. Dog lovers advise against feeding them whole bands of cauliflower but rather giving them some florets once in a while. Small florets for small dogs and larger florets for large ones. Just remember that although you might not mind the occasional fart from your dog, they can become very stressed due to gastrointestinal problems. Yes, cauliflower is safe for your pet to eat, but do not overfeed your dogs this veggie for their own good Can Dogs Eat Cauliflower?
Does Cauliflower Give Dogs Diarrhea? Plus Some Other Foods Dogs Should Not Eat
Yes, as mentioned above these healthy veggies can cause tummy problems for our pets. Cauliflower, too much of it, causes gastrointestinal problems for dogs and including diarrhea. Cooked or raw, dogs must not be fed too much cauliflower. Although it has vitamins and antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and arthritis in older pets, the sheer amount of fiber in one ball of cauliflower is enough to give them an upset stomach.
Depending on your dog’s size, you can feed from a couple of spoons or even a cup. Remember that like humans, dogs need to adjust to certain foods changing their diets. Adding cauliflower bit by bit to your dog’s usual food is a great way of getting them used to eating it. While you can give them raw florets, it is ideal to cook them first. Cooking the cauliflower will soften it making eat easier for the dogs to absorb its nutrients and pass through their digestive tract.
Why Feed Them Cauliflower?
There are a lot of good reasons, aside from fiber, to give your dog this fluffy veggie. The main benefit is Vitamin C. Cauliflower has a lot of vitamin C that helps boost the immune system of our dogs. Vitamin C is also responsible for making your dog’s happier as it is converted into Serotonin or the chemical that gives the brain the sensation of pleasure.
Aside from that, cauliflower also has heaps of Vitamin K. This vitamin helps to combat the aging effects on your dogs. Furthermore, it prevents the onset of cancer due to mutations in cell walls. Vitamin K is also great for bone strengthening and helps prevent joint problems which are all common problems for older dogs. Overall, cauliflower should be a staple in your furry friend’s diet if you want him or her to be the happiest and healthiest, he or she can be!
Though, do not forget to moderate how much you feed them. Can Dogs Eat Cauliflower? With this in mind, it is surely worth it to put some florets of cauliflower in your dog’s daily diet. Can dogs eat cauliflower?
In conclusion, yes. If you want your dog to be the healthiest it can be, it would be good to incorporate cauliflower in its diet. Cauliflower is rich in several vitamins, as well as fiber and antioxidants. These are beneficial to your pet’s health especially when they start getting old.
Remember, though, that too much of this tasty veggie can lead to worse conditions for your dog. This includes diarrhea and other gastrointestinal problems. Although this might be the case, feeding them in moderation is still advisable. Can Dogs Eat Cauliflower? A couple of florets here and there are definitely worth giving your dog. Raw or cooked, your dogs will love this simple veggie but it would be better if it is cooked for them to digest it better. Nevertheless, with correct portioning and a proper mix of other veggies, cauliflower is sure to make your canine companion feel as energetic and springy as can be.

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By Cody Lee on Apr 16, 2014
It’s been almost a year now since Apple unveiled its iBeacon geolocation technology, and I really don’t think it could have hoped for better results. The tech has been implemented in a number of settings including retail and grocery stores, MLB ballparks, and more, and it seems to get more popular every day.
As evidence of that, Texas Instruments pledged its faith in iBeacon today, announcing support for the tech across its Bluetooth low energy portfolio including chips for embedded and automotive applications. The company also launched a new iBeacon-location app that works with its SensorTag development kit… Read More
By Cody Lee on Dec 19, 2012
Folks who skipped out on the first version of the iPad mini will be happy to hear that they may not have to wait a whole 12 months for the second generation of the tablet to appear. According to a new report today, component-makers for the next-gen mini are preparing for an earlier-than-expected launch… Read More
By Cody Lee on Dec 3, 2012
Earlier this year, Texas Instruments announced a major shift in its business strategy: it’s going to be moving its focus away from smartphone and tablet processors, and towards embedded applications like in-car computer systems.
As a result of this new strategy, the company said that it would be laying off a staggering 1,700 employees — one of the biggest RIFs of the year. But don’t feel too bad, the word is that some of them have found new homes at Apple… Read More
By Christian Zibreg on Oct 15, 2012
Online retailer Amazon is considering an acquisition of Texas Instruments, a maker of mobile processors used in a variety of tablets and smartphones. The rumor arrives just as Texas Instruments confirmed it’s been struggling to upend its main rivals Nvidia and Qualcomm for orders.
According to Reuters, citing a report by Israeli financial newspaper Calcalist (which last December broke news of Apple’s acquisition of Anobit), Amazon is “in advanced talks” to buy Texas Instruments for an undisclosed sum… Read More
By Christian Zibreg on Sep 27, 2012
The A6 chip which debuted on the iPhone 5 earlier this month can do some pretty clever tricks, stemming from a heavily customized ARMv7 design. Benchmark data suggests that the A6 can dynamically overclock itself to up to 1.3GHz and downclock to just 500MHz, depending on workload.
This is nothing new in chip design, of course (just ask Nvidia or Qualcomm). But given that Apple designs its chips in-house based on ARM and Imagination Technologies blueprints, it shows just how far along Cupertino is versus companies that use off-the-shelf chips which are not as power or performance-efficient as the A6… Read More


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In September, the High Court ruled against allowing Leyton Orient’s application for judicial review into the London Legacy Development Corporation’s (LLDC) decision to grant West Ham United use of the Olympic Stadium.
A judicial review is a court proceeding where the judge considers the lawfulness of a public body’s decisions. In this case Leyton Orient had applied to have the LLDC’s competitive bidding process for the Olympic Stadium reviewed.
What Were LLDC’s Grounds for Rejecting Leyton Orient’s Bid?
The LLDC had originally rejected Leyton Orient’s bid for sharing the Olympic Stadium on cost grounds, on the basis that the proposed arrangement was financially unviable.
Leyton Orient argued in the High Court, on the 19th September 2013, that the process for consideration of bids had been unfair as the LLDC had rejected their bid to share the stadium with West Ham far too early.
Leyton Orient also claimed that their bid for a ground-sharing arrangement with West Ham had not been considered properly because the LLDC’s decision-making process revolved only around issues of finance.
Leyton Orient’s Position Following the Bid Ruling
After the ruling, Leyton Orient claimed that the “local community” would not be served best by simply delivering a “new brand to West Ham United”. The club went on to state that it will have to look to the “House of Lords to find a common sense solution for the Olympic Legacy”.
However, as emerged in court, the annual operational costs of the stadium had been estimated to be £1.5m a year. As such, West Ham United’s proposal to pay £2m in rent per year left Leyton Orient’s proposal to pay £500,000 (albeit rising to £1m if they reached the Championship and £5m if they reached the Premiership) seeming less financially certain and viable.
Judicial Review of the LLDC Decision
Mr Justice Lewis, in his judgement, made clear that the LLDC’s method of considering bids was “logical”, and that the decisions made were “rational”. It referred to the financial basis of LLDC’s decision – specifically the revenue the ground-sharing proposal would generate compared to the revenue West Ham United occupying the stadium alone would bring in.
Mr Justice Lewis agreed with the LLDC that the corporation had run a fair and open competitive bidding process and, therefore, that there were no grounds for judicial review. He went on to reject explicitly Leyton Orient’s case, stating that the club did not have an “arguable” case.
Leyton Orient were refused leave to appeal to the High Court, their application for judicial review being thrown out. Despite this, the club could still take the case to the Court of Appeal.
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Despite plenty of buzz, Pusha T’s latest effort, My Name Is My Name, falls short of other big releases of 2013.
Ever Since the release of Wrath Of Caine earlier in the year, fans have long awaited Pusha T’s major label debut as a solo artist. During an interview prior to the release of his album, Pusha T is quoted as saying the following:
“Do I think I make the best hooks? No. Am I the best rapper? Yes.”
While many will debate that particular quote, there is no question that the veteran artist has talent. In the opening song, “King Push,” Pusha T attempts to validate his previous quote: “I rap n*gga bout trap n*ggas/I don’t sing hooks.” Using his familiar seasoned flow, Pusha T uses this song to lay down some bars as a means of further validation. The song is produced by Joaquin Pheniox and Kanye West, and Pusha T’s flow fits right in.
The album continues with “Hold On,” featuring Rick Ross and produced by Kanye West, during which Pusha T attempts to give listeners hope. Adopting a tone that suggests racism is very much alive, Pusha T states in the hook “I got you my nigga/Hold on.”
“Pain in my heart, it’s as black as my skin/They tipping the scale for these crackers to win/No reading, no writing, made us savage of men,” he raps on the Hudson Mohawke and Kanye West produced track.
On the song “No Regrets,” Pusha T leaves the hook to Kevin Cossom, and enlists the aid of Young Jeezy for one of the album’s better songs. Pusha T states outright, “How You Act Like I Ain’t Here?” It would seem that though GOOD Music and die-hard fans believe it, Pusha T still feels that a better part of the hip-hop nation does not regard him as relevant.
My Name Is My Name shows the versatility that Pusha T commands as an artist, and is well done from a production standpoint. However, for a rapper who has shown vast amounts of prowess in the past, the album could stand a few more bars. There is not a single line that separates itself as a memorable quote, nor a line that would a make a listener gain the attention of a friend saying, “Did you hear what he just said?” In addition to that, there is not a lone song that stands out enough to make the listener excited, put it on repeat, or play it right back upon conclusion. The closest song to captivating a listener as previously described is “Who Am I,” and this may be more thanks to featured artists 2 Chainz and Big Sean.
For as long as fans have waited, and as much as they want Pusha T to suceed, My Name Is My Name may come as a possible disappointment. While it is by no means a poor album, it does nothing to make itself stand out.
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What is this Facebook Metaverse?
You guys heard that Facebook is changing its name from… TO META?!
So, what are we supposed to say now? Say, “hey add me on Meta??”
No… relax! The Facebook app that we’re using will keep its name.
But the parent company Facebook, which owns Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger changed to Meta.
Why did Zuckerberg make this change? What does meta mean?
We are working on these questions about Facebook Metaverse and more in this post.
Let’s go ahead!
What happened to Facebook?
In October of this year, the parent company Facebook was rebranded to Meta – which arrives from the word Metaverse.
Mark Zuckerberg said,
“Right now, our brand is so tightly linked to one product that it can’t possibly represent everything that we’re doing today, let alone in the future.
Over time, I hope that we are seen as a Metaverse company, and I want to anchor our work and identity on what we’re building toward.”
What is Facebook Metaverse?
Investopedia says that “The Metaverse is a digital reality that combines aspects of social media, online gaming, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and cryptocurrencies to allow users to interact virtually.”
“In this future, you will be able to teleport instantly as a hologram to be in the office without a commute, at a concert with friends, or in your parent’s living room to catch up.”
Why Is Facebook Doing This? So why are they changing their parent company name for this?
We have discussed Zuckerberg’s reasoning earlier, that it was to better show everything they’re doing today and “be seen as a Metaverse company.”
But let’s study a few other factors that are likely to play here.
Even if you don’t pay attention to the news much you have probably heard that Facebook and Zuckerberg have been in hot water for the last couple of years.
So some quarrel that this rebrand is all a part of Facebook’s plan to magically start fresh and just sweep away all their bad press.
Others say it is “about controlling the operating system of the future.”
We all know Facebook has a history of copying factors from other platforms and then slowly dominating the space.
Like, Snapchat Stories brought to Instagram Stories, Vine brought to Instagram video, TikToks led to Instagram Reels, and so on.
So, as you can see, there are already some strong judgments about this rebrand.
And the list goes on.
How does Facebook Metaverse Impact Your Marketing?
Yes, you possibly want to know how this change impacts your marketing efforts on the Facebook and Instagram platforms?
Zuckerberg said in his video announcing Meta that “our apps and our brands, they are not changing either.”
So you may not identify a direct change to your existing social media marketing campaign right away.
But, you can definitely count on a rush of new marketing opportunities to come out within the Metaverse.
Zuckerberg also said,
“If you’re in the Metaverse every day, then you’ll need digital clothes, digital tools, and different experiences. Facebook’s goal is to help the Metaverse reach a billion people and hundreds of billions of dollars of digital commerce this decade.”
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Service engine soon light nissan. Any vehicles made in 1996 or newer use OBDII codes which can easily be retrieved from a good code scanner. Some manufacturers do have only one indicator for both the scheduled service and engine problems. Put your Nissan Altima in accessory mode.
For instance if the flash happens four times continuously before a pause for a second and begin flashing again the first four flashes represent the. This will reset the light on your dash. Wait 5 minutes and reconnect the battery cable and then tighten the retaining nut with the socket wrench.
Make sure the fuel-filler cap is closed and tightened. A Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH. The check engine light is a light to warn you to a possible issue with your exhaust system or emissions system.
C Avoid steep uphill grades. Read the manual and it stated that if it was a solid light then chances are the gas cap was loose or not on. The service engine soon light appears when your cars ECM has identified a potential problem with your vehicles engine.
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Make sure to check the oil brake fluid and transmission fluid levels. As soon as the service engine soon light Nissan starts flashing trouble codes release the pedal up once again. Turn the ignition on and wait for the service engine soon light to blink and shut off.
A flashing light is letting you know that something is so wrong that continued vehicle operation can lead to permanent damage. In the cars language this is code 0000. 1 Step By Step Guideline of How to Reset Service Engine Soon Light Nissan Altima DIY Process.
To reduce or avoid emission control system. Write down the codes. The service engine soon light is often mistaken for the check engine light.
It is NOT OK to drive it when the service engine soon light is flashing. It could also mean that it is time for a scheduled service like time for oil or spark plug replacement. Make sure your vehicle has at least 3 gallons of fuel in the tank.
Loose or Damaged Gas Cap. I got out in my car late last night ready to go to a party and noticed my Service Engine Soon light turn on. If the MIL is illuminated but not blinking first check to see whether the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing.
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Turn the key to the off position. The most common cause of the Service Engine Soon light coming on is a faulty oxygen sensor but it can also be caused by other issues such as a catalytic converter problem or a misfire. Maintain the accelerator pedal down for ten seconds as the codes are blinking and easily let it go for ten seconds.
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Disconnect the tool from the interface and then restart your car to make sure this job did the. Faulty Spark Plugs and Wires. A flashing light is letting you know that something is so wrong that continued vehicle operation can lead to permanent damage.
It is NOT OK to drive it when the service engine soon light is flashing. Basically this triggers off the EEC. The Service engine soon light indicates there is a minor problem with the electronics or your cars engine.
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Last Sunday, the CWA Next Generation program hosted a virtual workshop on the topic of "Non-Contract Union Organizing." Next Gen lead activist for the Public, Health Care, and Education Workers sector and CWA Local 7799 member Maddie Pettine moderated a lively discussion featuring a panel of young members from three locals without collective bargaining agreements. Allison Becha, a member of United Campus Workers-CWA (UCW-CWA) Local 3865 in Knoxville, Tenn; Brian Palomo, a member of UCW-Arizona/CWA Local 7065 in Tucson; and Chewy Shaw, a member of Alphabet Workers Union/CWA Local 1400, which represents workers at Google and other Alphabet companies, each explained how their unions are fighting for, and winning, worker power by organizing around issues of importance to young workers.
For example, members at UCW-CWA in Tennessee are fighting for a graduate fee waiver in a state with some of the highest fees in the nation. Shaw and his co-workers are shining a light on unfair labor practices by Google against low-wage data center workers, demonstrating that it's not necessary to have a contract in order to hold corporations accountable. Brian's local has only been up and running since last August, having organized in the midst of the pandemic. He talked about the creative strategies he and his co-workers have devised to organize while social distancing in the COVID era.
In thanking the panelists and the participants who joined on a Sunday, CWA Telecommunications and Technologies Vice President Lisa Bolton, who directs the Next Gen program, said the minority or non-contract approach to forming a union, while unfamiliar to many of us, is an important tool for organizers. "It's these kinds of creative approaches, often taken up by young workers, that will help us build real power for working people."
As part of the Fight Back Film Series, CWA Next Gen will host a watch party this Sunday, February 28, at 1pm Eastern, featuring the new film "One Night in Miami" in honor of Black History Month. To join, click here. For updates on upcoming virtual workshops and other Next Gen initiatives, follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.


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Amy Kennedy announced Monday that she will run as a Democrat against Rep. Van Drew, R-N.J., in 2020.
Amy Kennedy, the wife of former Democratic Rep. Patrick Kennedy, announced Monday that she will run as a Democrat against Rep. Jeff Van Drew in November after the congressman from New Jersey switched parties amid the impeachment battle against President Trump.
Kennedy, a former public school teacher and years-long resident of Brigantine, N.J., announced her candidacy for the House seat representing New Jersey’s 2nd district in an online video on Monday highlighting environmental issues and the economy.
GOP CONGRESSMAN MAKES BOLD PREDICTION ON IMPEACHMENT OUTCOME: ‘I THINK WE CAN TAKE BACK THE HOUSE IN 2020’
Kennedy currently serves as the education director of the Kennedy Forum, which was founded in 2013 by her husband and focuses on helping officials improve mental health care policy. Patrick Kennedy served eight terms as a congressman representing Rhode Island and is the son of late Sen. Edward Kennedy of Massachusetts, and nephew of late President John F. Kennedy.
In the video, Kennedy also took a direct swipe at Van Drew, who announced his party switch last month after the House voted to approve two articles of impeachment—abuse of power and obstruction of Congress—against the president. Van Drew opposed those articles.
“Too many of our leaders have lost their moral compass,” Kennedy said in the video. “Trump and Van Drew are symptoms of a bigger sickness affecting our country and our politics. Doing what’s right shouldn’t be complicated. Treat one another with respect, show some compassion, look out for others.”
FORGETTING SOMETHING? DEM LEADER MAKES NO MENTION OF IMPEACHMENT IN HOUSE AGENDA MEMO
Van Drew’s switch opened a competitive Democratic primary in New Jersey, in a district that typically leans Republican. Van Drew’s seat had been held by Republican Rep. Frank LoBiondo for 12 terms before Van Drew won in 2018 as a Democrat.
Kennedy faces several rivals in the Democratic primary, including Montclair State University political science professor Brigid Harrison, who has already garnered support from Democratic lawmakers; Atlantic County Freeholder Ashley Bennett; and former FBI agent Robert Turkavage, who ran and lost in the 2018 GOP primary, but switched parties to run as a Democrat this year.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.


BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Starting October 15, you might want to start thinking out of the box.
The traffic box that is. Baltimore City Department of Transportation will start fining motorists for blocking intersections, or the box between traffic lights.
Motorists will be fined $125, according to DOT.
The “Don’t Block the Box” campaign is a new traffic law introduced by the city earlier this year, in an effort to “educate commuters and promote the safety of drivers and pedestrians traveling within the city’s busy intersections,” according to the DOT website.
The DOT said they believe it will also help curb gridlock and increase safety at Baltimore intersections.
DOT cited gridlock as a cause for this new traffic initiative, saying that blocking an intersection causes gridlock in the downtown area particularly, and motorists with a green light cannot proceed through an intersection because of cars blocking the box.
The law officially takes into effect October 15.


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Because reverse mortgages are considered loan advances and not income, the amount you receive isn’t taxable. Any interest (including original interest discount) accrued on a reverse mortgage is not deductible home mortgage interest. See Pub. 936, Home Mortgage Interest Deduction, for more information.
and advocate various policies to reverse these trends. And yet at the same time, we talk about reducing or eliminating the tax deduction that does the most to promote a more equal distribution of.
On the down side, all the interest that accrues on your reverse mortgage is not deductible by you until you actually pay it, which is usually when you pay off the loan in full. Moreover, your mortgage interest deduction is usually subject to the same limits as other home equity loans-that is, you can deduct the interest on no more than a loan of $100,000.
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and no more than $35 monthly if the interest rate adjusts monthly. When you close on your reverse mortgage, your lender will deduct the servicing fee cost from your available loan funds and add it to.
For many reverse mortgage borrowers, there will be no income tax deduction for the accrued interest on the HECM for either borrowers or heirs as a result, no matter when the interest is paid, unless it was paid before 1/1/2018.
203K Loan Rates 2015 203k loan rates and mortgage insurance mortgage rates are somewhat higher for FHA 203k loans. Expect to receive a rate about 0.75 percent to 1.00 percent higher than for a standard FHA loan.
The interest charged on a reverse mortgage generally accumulates until the mortgage is terminated, at which time the borrower(s) or their heirs may or may not be able to deduct it (For more, see.
Jan 18 update: added new Michael Kitces blog on acquisition vs home equity mortgage interest treatment below. BY TOM DAVISON ON DECEMBER 31, 2017 Important income tax changes in December 2017 affect reverse mortgages. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 eliminated deductions for home equity interest starting in 2018.
Understand that the principal balance will increase over time, but borrowers are only required to repay the value of the home, as most reverse mortgages come with a non-recourse clause. Interest rates.
February 7, 2006, Revised December 2, 2008, Reviewed January 27, 2010 "Is interest on a reverse mortgage deductible?" No. Homeowners who take out reverse mortgages can’t deduct the interest from their taxable income because they don’t pay it currently – it is added to the loan balance, which isn’t paid until the house is sold.


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The agency is comprised of experienced Certified Public Accountants, Certified Financial Planners, and Personal Financial Specialists who are committed to providing their clients with the services that best fit their needs. Individuals and organizations can turn to Money At Work LLC for a variety of services that include but are not limited to, business planning, education planning, retirement planning, alternative investments, risk management, investment solutions, estate, and tax analysis, and insurance evaluation.
In addition to their commitment to clients, the Money At Work team has also built strong relationships within the Randolph community by participating in multiple township organizations. Wealth Advisor, Erica Metz, presently serves as a member of the Randolph Township Economic Development Committee, a local agency dedicated to enhancing the vitality of the local economy by supporting existing businesses, attracting new businesses, and recommending pro-business policies and programs.


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When Grace traveled to Cairo she hoped to fulfill one of her life's wildest dreams. She wanted to see the pyramids, touch the Sphinx and ride on the back of a camel across the desert. She planned on doing a lot of things in Egypt, but falling in love wasn't one of those things. That is, until she met Justin. When Grace met Justin it was as if all the other sights of the ancient land faded into the background. They knew instantly that they were in love and for a while, everything seemed to fall into place for them. But Grace had a secret. Would it be a secret that would tear them apart--or bring them closer together? For the Love of Grace is a story of love--found in the most unlikely of places.
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Denis Handlin AO at #TIOawards: Artists are writing their own success stories
The Industry Observer Awards were judged by a panel of independent music industry professionals across a number of management companies and record labels. On the 2nd of November 2021, the panel unanimously decided to revoke Denis Handlin’s award following his sacking at Sony Music.
At the inaugural Industry Observer Awards last week (March 27) Sony Music’s Denis Handlin AO took out the prestigious Executive of the Year award.
In 2017 Handlin broke new ground with initiatives such as brand deals, artist management, and online talent programme The ShareSpace; Handlin was also awarded in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List in the Officer of the Order of Australia (AO).
The Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Sony Music Entertainment Australia and Sony Music Entertainment New Zealand, and President, Sony Music Entertainment Asia Inc took the stage to accept the award.
In Handlin’s speech he thanked Holly Rankin for her keynote speech which kicked off the awards, and Cooking Vinyl’s Stu Harvey, who took out Top Industry Tweet and beamed his speech in via the big screens.
Denis Handlin AO also took the opportunity to thank the artists on Sony Music’s roster, his team, and his family.
“This also represents the wonderful artists that I have the pleasure to work with every day and this brilliant team and this company that I’m so proud of, and the family culture that we’ve created.
“I’d also like to thank my very best friend – I don’t know how she puts up with me – my soul mate and wife of 41 years, Jan, and our fantastic six kids who are so, so supportive.”
Watch Denis Handlin AO’s acceptance speech in full below:
This article originally appeared on The Industry Observer, which is now part of The Music Network.


Brant Satala turns ‘heartfelt’ into a genre in its own right as a true craftsman in the alt-folk arena. – John Sinkevics, Spins on Music
Brant Satala sings like he writes: With a passion and honesty that will make listeners sit up and take notice and, most of all, care about what they’re hearing.
Commanding an alt-folk approach that occupies the same rarified air as Damien Rice, Iron and Wine, Glen Hansard and The Civil Wars, the Grand Rapids singer-songwriter has long impressed Michigan audiences with his earnest lyrical observations and dynamic voice, in live settings and on studio albums such as “Running Out of Numbers” and “Planet for Poseidon.”
Now, with his powerful third full-length studio album, “The Summer Thief,” Satala is set to stir the emotions of fans throughout the Midwest and beyond with an album that masterfully meshes images of Michigan’s striking natural landscape with penetrating observations on heartache, longing and the human condition.
Bringing together in the studio a who’s who lineup of regional musicians, including A.J. Dunning (The Verve Pipe), David Molinari (Creolization), Michael Van Houten (The New Midwest), Pete Kehoe and stunning harmony vocalist Cole (Lesinski) Hansen, the self-produced 12-song collection deftly and seamlessly spans folk, rock and country.
“You are what you listen to when you are younger,” says Satala, who began his musical journey at a young age by soaking up the strains of Poco, Elton John and The Eagles after picking up a guitar at age 7. He also played cornet in an innovative, rock-oriented marching band as a teen, giving him a unique musical perspective that’s served him well as he’s honed his craft.
After establishing a solo career that saw him performing up and down the Lake Michigan coastline, and with stints in places as far-flung as tiny Pentwater (Michigan) and bustling Philadelphia, Satala’s voyage has always been about his songs and transporting listeners to the places he’s been, like characters in the track, “Passengers”:
It’s true that you were never one
To hitchhike in the midnight sun,
But I can tell you rest assured,
I’m glad you are my passenger,
‘Cause I am just a passenger with you
Satala has woven his life experiences into a rich musical tapestry on a milestone recording. And that means “The Summer Thief” will surely steal your heart.
-John Sinkevics, Spins on Music


The measurement of pH value is an important research topic in various fields like; water quality monitoring, blood pH level monitoring, clinical diagnosis and environment monitoring. The most commonly used method to sense pH is the conventional glass pH electrode. These glass electrode shows many advantages, such as; Nernstian sensitivity, long-term stability, high ion selectivity and wide operating range. However, they also have key disadvantages including, mechanical fragility, need for wet storage, large size, limited shape and high cost, which makes them impractical for some applications such as miniature pH sensor for capsule endoscopy and ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring.Therefore, various metal oxides have been investigated for use as pH sensors instead of the glass electrode, because of their insolubility, stability, mechanical strength and possibility of miniaturization. However, the main drawback of metal oxide pH sensors is interference caused by oxidizing and reducing agents in the sample solutions.
This project involves developing solid-state potentiometric pH sensors using metal oxides and nitrides, such as ruthenium metal oxide (RuO2) and titanium nitride (TiN) by manufacturing thin-films of these compounds using radio frequency magnetron sputtering using various conditions and then investigating the optimized thin-films for use as pH sensors.
If successful, the optimized material will be used to construct a solid-state pH sensor using an appropriate reference electrode and this sensor will potentially be able to use in lab-on-chips and pH sensor capsules which was a shortcoming for glass electrodes.
Desired skills: The research student is expected to possess a basic knowledge of materials science and electrochemistry with undergraduate studies and skills in chemistry, chemical engineering or physics.
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Project level: Masters, PhD
Funding: Applicant should apply for ECUHDR or RTP Scholarship
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The chairperson of Limpopo Legislature’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), Snowy Kennedy-Monyemoratho says they are hoping for arrests after some municipalities in the province invested at VBS Mutual Bank.
Kennedy-Monyemoratho has strongly denied speculation that SCOPA is not doing much to address the matter, following Sunday Times reports that top politicians and businessmen in the province are among those who financially benefitted for influencing municipalities to invest money with VBS.
She says they are waiting for 6 audit reports and another committee in legislature has already asked for the Auditor General’s report on the matter.
Kennedy-Monyemoratho says SCOPA has summoned the 8 municipalities that invested in VBS Mutual Bank to the committee and they will appear before SCOPA soon.
She says it does not mean that all forensic investigations have been halted now that they have summoned them to SCOPA.


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You would think the people that want Hillary to be the healthiest are her own campaign team. But when they forego the ER as a political move, you’ve got to question their real intentions. Check this out.
Hillary Clinton was headed to an emergency room following her frightening collapse at the Sept. 11 memorial ceremony — but detoured to daughter Chelsea Clinton’s apartment to keep details of her medical treatment under wraps, The Post has learned.
Secret Service protocol called for the Democratic presidential nominee to be rushed to a state-designated Level I Trauma Center in the wake of her Sunday morning health crisis, sources said. In Manhattan, that would be Bellevue Hospital.
But a campaign operative decided to change course to avoid having Clinton seen by doctors, nurses and other medical workers who could leak details to reporters, according to a source.
In addition, Clinton’s van was supposed to be escorted by an NYPD detail, but the Secret Service whisked her away from Ground Zero before cops could accompany her, another source said.
The former secretary of state had told police officials that she didn’t want the escort at all, but the NYPD overruled that request, the source added.
NYPD Deputy Commissioner John Miller said Clinton’s “early departure was transmitted in real time by the Secret Service to the NYPD.”
“There was no lack of communication, nor diminution of security,” he added.
The campaign initially claimed that Clinton left the 15th annual observance at Ground Zero because she “felt overheated” — before revealing hours later that she was actually suffering from a bout of pneumonia diagnosed Friday.
In a statement released by the campaign, Clinton’s personal physician, Dr. Lisa Bardack, said she examined the candidate at her home in Chappaqua, and pronounced her “recovering nicely” after becoming “overheated and dehydrated.”
Campaign spokesman Glen Caplin said the Clinton team “disputed the account” and released a statement saying:
“As soon as she got into the vehicle, she was feeling fine. Her preference was to go to Chelsea’s. Based on an assessment of her condition and after having conferred with her physician, the staff and the Secret Service thought it was appropriate.”
Appearing on CNN Monday evening, Clinton said she did not disclose her diagnosis last Friday because she “didn’t think it was going to be that big of a deal.”
Clinton went on to explain that the illness started out as a nagging cough that she supposed had been due to seasonal allergies. When the cough did not subside, she decided to see a doctor.
Both Clinton and Republican rival Donald Trump — who has repeatedly questioned whether Clinton is healthy enough to lead the nation — promised on Monday to release more medical information in the wake of her caught-on-camera collapse.


The ECT is a thermistor (a resistor which changes value based on temperature) mounted in the engine coolant stream. As the temperature of the engine coolant changes, the resistance of the coolant sensor changes. Low coolant temperature produces a high resistance: 100,000 ohms at -40°F (-40°C). High temperature causes low resistance: 70 ohms at 284°F (140°C).
The ECM supplies a 5 volt signal to the coolant sensor and measures the voltage that returns. By measuring the voltage change, the ECM determines the engine coolant temperature. The voltage will be high when the engine is cold and low when the engine is hot. This information is used to control fuel management, IAC, spark timing, EGR, canister purge and other engine operating conditions.
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- Remove the ECT sensor from the engine.
- Fill a clean container with water and measure its temperature.
- Place the sensor tip into the water. Measure the resistance of the ECT sensor with an ohmmeter. Compare the resistance with the temperature as per the graph.
- If it is not within specifications, replace the sensor.
- Install the ECT sensor.
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Last week my little sister called to tell me she had sent me an article clipping from the Wall Street Journal. She had zoned in the piece it because it was about art, but knew nothing about the content of the article. When I got the letter and opened it up, I found a review of the Palmer Museum's (at Penn State University) show "Taxing Visions: Financial Episodes in Late Nineteenth-Century American Art." You can read the review here. This was SO apropos (for both my own studies and the WSJ).
I am currently in a transatlantic art seminar in which we have been studying the work of Golden Age artists like Whistler and Sargent. There is copious literature about high price bidding wars, artistic speculation, and tariffs on French paintings. However, as this article reminds us, it was a period in which millionaires were both made and broken.
The show, review, and my recent research has clued me into a recent trend of historians, critics, and curators looking at art as it interacts with economic markets. Influenced by Marxist theory, this new art history at times (as in the Palmer exhibit) highlight conspicuous absences, but it also views art in terms of the culture of commodity trading. (For an example see Laura Meixner's "Gambling with Bread"
Monet, Speculation, and the Marketplace available here; be forewarned, Meixner deals with a considerable amount of stock market jargon.) I find it fascinating the way in which scholarship is responding to contemporary crises. I know that art never operates outside of its cultural context, but this is the first time I remember it being so overt. Also, this is the first time I have been knowledgeable enough to recognize the subsequent change in scholarship. I wonder if the increasing interest in less traditional mediums (like graffiti art and video) is also being fanned by the decrease in funding for traditional forms?
Back to the Palmer. The only issue I had with the review was the comment, "Fortunately, the exhibition itself is not depressing, for as the catalog notes, artists knew that their paintings could not be too "squalid," or they would not sell," which makes me wonder if the gravity of the crises is sometimes glossed over in an attempt not to be "depressing." Like it or not, there are victims and lessons to be learned. Although, I can also appreciate that being depressed serves no greater good, and that perhaps even those most adversely affected appreciate the infusion of hope.
The reviewer's final statement is the perfect response to these issues, the exhibit and current scholarship: "For its size—about 30 academically informed, narrative paintings and a few etchings, including one of beggars by Mr. Whistler—this exhibition covers a lot, indeed too much, ground. . . Perhaps that is because the show itself was the victim of the current recession. Originally, it was conceived as an exhibit of about 70 works, with a catalog—now about 75 pages—longer by 200 pages. Shrunken by the times, it's quirky and uneven, but it does remind viewers of this neglected genre of American art." What is your take? Do you see parallels between contemporary art/scholarship and 19th century/current economic situations? How can the turn of the last century inform our perceptions of the present?