Ġnien il-Kunsill in Xewkija will become Gozo’s first carbon neutral garden through a project by Project Green and the Xewkija Local Council. The garden will include a wind tree, kinetic flooring, and other innovative renewable energy technologies.
Minister for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise Miriam Dalli, Minister for Gozo Clint Camilleri, Xewkija Mayor Hubert Saliba and Project Green CEO Steve Ellul, announced details of the project during a visit to this garden, which will be transformed into an eco-garden powered by renewable energy generated within the same site.
The plans submitted to the Planning Authority propose the regeneration of this 744-square-metre garden into a self-sufficient green open space, with new reservoirs and advanced irrigation systems that reduce water waste, new trees and shrubs, and solar-powered light poles. Project Green and the Local Council will also introduce other renewable energy systems, including a wind tree, which generates electricity through small wind turbines, and kinetic flooring, an innovative technology with surfaces that convert visitors’ kinetic energy into electricity as they walk, work out or run over them.
The garden’s play equipment will be replaced with kinetic jumping pods and spring riders that generate lights and sounds as children play with them. New climbing structures, slides and tunnels that blend in with the garden’s environment, and a balancing trail made of recycling plastic are also included in the garden’s new design.
The garden will also have USB charging stations and benches for persons who visit this open space to work or study. Project Green is also proposing circular benches around some of the garden’s existing trees. Pathways will not be covered in concrete or other impermeable surface but will instead be formed out of mesh and gravel, to increase rainwater absorption.
Minister Miriam Dalli explained that the opening of Malta’s first carbon neutral garden in Kalkara last year was very positively received, and the Environment Ministry and its entities are working to create more of these sustainable open spaces. Minister Clint Camilleri stated that he looks forward to seeing the first eco garden in Gozo.
Xewkija Mayor Hubert Saliba and Project Green CEO Steve Ellul explained that the two entities are making the necessary preparations to complete this project by the end of 2024. The Mayor explained that the application for the required development permits has already been submitted and the public call for the required materials and services will be issued later this year.
Project Green CEO said that the works contract will also include a 10-year maintenance plan, in line with the Agency’s commitment to longer-lasting, properly-maintained green open spaces that can continue to be enjoyed by the community for many years.


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Times have changed, but ranch life has not
May 1, 2016 at midnight
Updated May 2, 2016 at 6:01 a.m.
With a mixture of "yips" and "heys," Steve Kolle and his son, Will, shuttled their cattle down a run and into the trailer.
A mixture of low moos and the rumble of hooves filled the air along with dust and the scent of manure.
Steve Kolle quipped that the most important thing about moving cattle is "you've got to be at least as smart as the cow."
"You know what the psychology of cow working is? When there's a gate like that, say, 'Oh my god, don't go through that gate,'" he joked as the cattle scurried into the run toward the trailer.
For nearly 150 years, the Kolle family has ranched in the Victoria area. While society and technology has changed, the ranch life has remained full of long days and hard work.
Victoria County was estimated to have 52,000 head of cattle, including 33,000 beef cattle, in January 2015, according to figures from the Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Services Southern Plains Regional Field Office.
Kolle, 65, would not divulge how many of those cattle were his - saying "that's like me asking you how much money you have in the bank" - but said during the recently broken drought, he had reduced his herd by 30 percent.
"The thing about ranching is you never do the same year twice because the economics are different every year," he said. "The quickest way to go broke is to do the same thing all the time. It's like I always tell people: My theory of success is I do what everybody else ain't doing."
The drought that rippled across Texas between 2010 and 2013 appears to have cut cattle and calf numbers in Victoria from 59,000 in 2007 to 48,700 in 2012, according to the USDA 2012 Census.
Trey Ruschhaupt, 68, Kolle's cousin and a fellow rancher who runs cattle off North U.S. 77, said his herd is now around 1,600 head of cattle and is recovering from the drought.
"People were wringing their hands saying, 'What're we gonna do? What're we gonna do?' You know, it's out of your control," he said. "Worry about something you can do something about, not something that's out of your hands. You just adjust and adapt, and if you gotta get rid of cows, you get rid of cows. If you've got to buy feed, you buy feed."
The most recent cattle figures signal a slight rebound in the local industry, possibly because of improved rainfalls in the area over the last few years.
Will Kolle, 34, said he believes the drought became a proving ground for cattle operations.
"I think the drought galvanized operations or it put them under," he said. "You either survived it and you were stronger because of it, which is the way we came through, or you sold out and you're out of it. Iron sharpens iron, that saying goes."
While nature is unpredictable, the changing economic landscape for ranchers is another challenge to keep up with. Ruschhaupt runs his cattle on 14,000 acres, of which he owns 3,500.
He pointed to developments around Victoria of ranchland during the last few years, including the 200-acre site by Pioneer Natural Resources south of some of the land he grazes, as examples of how urban growth and the oil boom have encroached on ranchland. The Pioneer site was recently closed.
"Who is (the ranchland) important to? Is it important to the guy who just bought an acre and built a house on it? No, it's not important to him," Ruschhaupt said. "Is it important to someone that's worked it their whole life and their parents and great-grandparents worked the land? Yeah, if they're that type of person, it's important to them."
But while land pressures have made the future uncertain for leased land that Ruschhaupt and the Kolles graze cattle on, technological advances have allowed them to do more with less.
In the course of three hours, Ruschhaupt was able to feed between 300 and 400 head of cattle with eight round bales of hay - a job that in the past would have taken at least two people throwing 200 hay bales off the back of a truck.
Now, with the flip of a switch, Ruschhaupt lowers specialized arms off the back of his Ford extended cab dually - what he called his office - loading two of the 500 pound round bales on the flat bed to take out to the grazing grounds.
None of this would be possible if he had fewer head of cattle. He would not be able to afford the equipment.
"You have to have the economy of scale," he said. "For example, if I had 20 cows, I couldn't afford a truck like this. But because I've got a lot more than that, then I can afford. four of them running today feeding cows."
But while economics of scale allows ranchers to afford better technology and equipment, some days it all comes down to a rancher, his horse and a knowledge nurtured by years of experience.
"Even though this ain't rocket science, unless somebody shows you, you'll be doing it the wrong way your whole life. Loading cattle, how to cut them - that's not in any book, anywhere," the senior Kolle said.
That's what his son is now doing. Will Kolle spent seven years in Houston as a personnel manager, saying he saw the move as a test of his own ability to make his own way.
When he learned that he had a child on the way, he said he had no idea how he would raise them in the city and decided he had proved his mettle and moved back home with his wife. But the switch came with its own nervousness.
"It was scary," he said, laughing. "It was a leap of faith because I like to have a plan, and there was no plan. It was just kinda 'do it.'"
Steve Kolle said when he looks at those around him who are not involved in working the land, he feels sorry for them because they lack the heritage and the common struggle to maintain and profit from the land.
"(Our ancestors) did whatever they had to do," he said. "In other words, now people would say, 'I'm not going to do that.' That wasn't in their vocabulary."
That attitude is something Will Kolle holds onto. He said he looks to his father and his forefathers as examples of why they continue rather than selling the land.
"Why or how I'm in this position, I'm here, and I feel it's my responsibility not only as my family heritage as a rancher but just as a human being to take care of what we have," he said.
His father replied matter-of-factly, "I think you don't wanna be the one that drops the ball."
Soon after that, one of the tires on the trailer, which was loaded with more than a dozen head of cattle, blew out. The men looked in the rearview mirror and pulled over, checking to make sure the axle did not drag.
When they returned to the ranch, they unloaded the cattle and put the trailer up on blocks. The son quickly changed the shredded tire while his dad stood by.
As the trailer dropped off the block, the younger Kolle turned and gestured toward the rubber remnants.
"There's so much I could worry about with regulations coming, global markets," he said. "But I've gotta worry about stuff like that. I've gotta fix that tire."

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Atlético will play at home with Elche in the 15th round of the championship of Spain. The match will take place on December 29, starting at 20:30 GMT.
La Liga 2022-23
Atletico Madrid conducts the current championship is weaker than its capabilities. The team is in 5th place in the La Liga standings.
The main problem of the club is a weak attack. With a quality selection of players, Madrid scored only 21 goals.
In the last three rounds, Atlético managed to get only one point in the match with Espanyol (1-1). Last week, the team easily passed the first stage in the Spanish Cup, in which they dealt with Arenteiro (3-1).
Elche, meanwhile, this season is fighting for survival in the championship of Spain. At the moment, the team closes the standings of La Liga.
Moreover, Elche remains the only club in the league that has not won the championship. The team lost 10 out of 14 matches.
Last week, the team pleased in the Del Rey Cup, where they beat Guadalajara (3-0) and advanced to the 1/16 finals. Elche players have only scored 10 league goals.
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Head to Head
Atlético are playing well against Elche with 11 victories in their last 14 meetings.
The last game between the two teams took place within the framework of the Spanish championship, and ended with the victory of Atlético with a score (2-0).
The hosts of the game look much more powerful than the opponent, besides they have experienced attacking performers.
Ateltico need to improve their form in order to compete for European competition next season. Yelche is failing this season and will hardly be able to win.
Prediction for this match: Atlético Handicap (-2.5).
Both teams won’t score.


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Process costing is a form of operations costing which is used where standardized homogeneous goods are produced. This costing method is used in industries like chemicals, textiles, steel, rubber, sugar, shoes, petrol etc. Process costing is also used in the assembly type of industries also. It is assumed in process costing that the average cost presents the cost per unit. Cost of production during a particular period is divided by the number of units produced during that period to arrive at the cost per unit. MEANING OF PROCESS COSTING:
Process costing is a method of costing under which all costs are accumulated for each stage of production or process, and the 2 cost per unit of product is ascertained at each stage of production by dividing the cost of each process by the normal output of that process. Definition:
CIMA London defines process costing as “that form of operation costing which applies where standardize goods are produced” (a) The production is continuous
(b) The product is homogeneous
(c) The process is standardized
(d) Output of one process become raw material of another process (e) The output of the last process is transferred to finished stock (f) Costs are collected process-wise
(g) Both direct and indirect costs are accumulated in each process (h) If there is a stock of semi-finished goods, it is expressed in terms of equalent units
(i) The total cost of each process is divided by the normal output of that process to find out cost per unit of that process.
Advantages of process costing:
1. Costs are be computed periodically at the end of a particular period 2. It is simple and involves less clerical work that job costing 3. It is easy to allocate the expenses to processes in order to have accurate costs. 4. Use of standard costing systems in very effective in process costing situations. 5. Process costing helps in preparation of tender, quotations 6. Since cost data is available for each process, operation and department, good managerial control is possible. Limitations:
1. Cost obtained at each process is only historical cost and are not very useful for effective control. 2. Process costing is based on average cost method, which is not that suitable for performance analysis, evaluation and managerial control. 3. Work-in-progress is generally done on estimated basis which leads to inaccuracy in total cost calculations. 4. The computation of average cost is more difficult in those cases where more than one type of products is manufactured and a division of the cost element is necessary. 5. Where different products arise in the same process and common costs are prorated to various costs units. Such individual products costs may be taken as only approximation and hence not reliable. COSTING PROCEDURE
For each process an individual process account is prepared. Each process of production is treated as a distinct cost centre. Items on the Debit side of Process A/c.
Each process account is debited with –
a) Cost of materials used in that process.
b) Cost of labour incurred in that process.
c) Direct expenses incurred in that process.
d) Overheads charged to that process on some pre determined. e) Cost of ratification of normal defectives.
f) Cost of abnormal gain (if any arises in that process)
Items on the Credit side:
Each process account is credited with
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As we age, the probability that we’ll suffer from an eye disorder increases significantly. By age 65, about one-third of adults will have a vision impairment condition and by age 80, that percentage increases to 50% of us.
One of the most common conditions affecting older Americans is age-related macular degeneration or AMD. It’s the leading cause of blindness in adults over age 55. AMD results from the breakdown of the macula or small area in the retina at the back of the eye. Contributing factors to AMD include exposure to sunlight, smoking and even everyday contaminants in your environment.
One preventative solution to AMD are antioxidants. Research over the past decades has shown that eye health is linked closely to diet and lifestyle. Being overweight, diabetic, smoking, eating a high-fat diet and consuming alcohol excessively can all contribute to poor eye health. Eating a diet low in fruits and vegetables is also shown to be detrimental.
So, what should you eat?
We all grew up hearing that carrots were important for eye health, but there’s actually more evidence that other color foods may have an even bigger impact on our eyes. Specifically, foods that are naturally green and yellow in color have been shown as more effective at reducing the risk for AMD and cataracts than orange-colored foods.
Why does color matter?
Green and yellow fruits and vegetables are packed with two chemicals — lutein and zeaxanthin, nutrients that seem to protect the retina against oxidative damage and decrease the risk for AMD.
Lutein and zeaxanthin are found in foods containing natural fats, such as egg yolks, pistachios and avocados. Corn, spinach, squash, collard greens, kale, tomatoes and lettuce are all also good natural sources of these two nutrients.
While there is no current recommended amount of lutein and zeaxanthin to ingest to help protect your eye’s health, eating the recommended five to eight servings of fruits and vegetables a day will help to ensure that you get enough. If you have a family history of eye diseases or have any questions, please be sure to give Dr. Frank or Dr. Marczewski at call at (815) 758-1039. They would be happy to answer any of your questions.

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When was Whoopi Goldberg in Star Trek?
Whoopi Goldberg (born 13 November 1955; age 66) is the actress and comedian who portrayed Guinan on occasion from Season 2 through Season 6 of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
What race is Whoopi Goldberg in Star Trek?
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Will Whoopi Goldberg be in Star Trek: Picard?
Goldberg is returning to the Star Trek universe in season 2 of Paramount+’s Picard, reprising the role of Guinan in multiple episodes. She played the El-Aurian bar hostess on Star Trek: The Next Generation from 1988 to 1993.
How many episodes of Star Trek was Whoopi Goldberg in?
Goldberg appeared in 29 episodes over the seven-season run of “TNG,” including some of the most beloved “TNG” episodes of all time — “Yesterday’s Enterprise,” “The Best of Both Worlds” and “I, Borg” — as well as the feature films “Star Trek: Generations” and “Star Trek: Nemesis.”
Is Whoopi Goldberg in the new Star Trek movie?
See Whoopi Goldberg reprise her beloved Star Trek role as Guinan on Picard. The cohost of The View originated the role on Star Trek: The Next Generation. The latest trailer has dropped for the upcoming season of Paramount+’s Star Trek: Picard, and it comes with a visit from an old friend.
Why was Whoopie Goldberg uncredited for Star Trek Generations?
Whoopi Goldberg said she contacted Gene Roddenberry to be a part of Star Trek because it was the only show that put Black people in the future. Oscar-winning actor Whoopi Goldberg said she made a personal appeal to Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry to secure a place on Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Why was Whoopi Goldberg blacklisted?
Media beat: Whoopi vs. the Blacklist.
Why did Whoopi Goldberg do what she did?
The question must be asked, then: What, precisely, did Goldberg think she was doing? The answer is that she believed she was upholding the intersectional theory of race and racism.
Does Whoopi Goldberg have pets?
Whoopi Goldberg with her kitten. While some celebrities buy expensive pets, others have decided to adopt their furry friends. Zac Efron, Miley Cyrus, and Whoopi Goldberg are just a few celebrities who have rescued animals. Chris Evans just celebrated National Rescue Dog Day by sharing a video of the first time he met his dog.

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Sega Europe today announced the new historical strategy game Thrones of Britannia, the first title in the new ‘A Total War Saga’ series from its studio, Creative Assembly.
It is 878 AD, and the Viking Invasion of Britain is over. The Norse warlords are firmly established, but the ambitious kings of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales have aspirations of their own – not least the great King Alfred of Wessex. Britannia is a furnace of possibilities, from which the template for modern Britain will be forged, across the most detailed Total War campaign map ever made.
“Our aim with Total War Sagas is to explore key flashpoints at distinct places and times in history”, said Series Director, Mike Simpson. “Unlike our era-spanning titles, we’re putting defined geographical areas under the microscope, building super-detailed campaign maps with a strong cultural focus and flavour that players can dive into. This will complement our broader-scope titles perfectly”.
A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia will be available for PC in 2018, visit the store page on Steam.
For the latest news about this title and the other Total War games, subscribe to Total War’s Youtube Channel for future news about gameplay videos.

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Today on Monday Shop Update, I don't have any new listings (been a busy last week), but I wanted to show off some of my favorites that are in stock in my shop & ready to be worn by some precious little girls! :-)
These are ruffle pants made from an old pillowcase & they are so pretty and super soft!
Click on the picture to see them in my shop!
This is a fun peasant top that has been in my shop waiting on the perfect 24M-2T year old little girl to wear for this Spring & Summer! :-)
Ekk! Or this little ruffle cutie!
Thanks for stopping by!
Can't wait to show you tomorrow a project I finished up this morning! It was with paint, so I better go get a shower since I'm covered in it now! :-)
Have a great Monday!

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California Governor Jerry Brown has signed a bill aimed to help undocumented immigrants who are victims of violent crimes by introducing a time limit to which all local agencies must align. The bill comes as a response to a previous investigation which has revealed that the time frame varies from one state to another.
According to federal laws, undocumented immigrants are eligible for permanent residence if they help law enforcement to catch criminals. The so-called U visa allows the beneficiaries to live and work in the U.S. for four years if they cooperate, but before they can apply, the recipients must ask the local law enforcement to verify their cooperation. The period of time spent at this level was the one that determined legislators to push forward the bill, because there were big discrepancies between agencies in each state. California has become the first to comply with a set time frame. The local law enforcement must verify the victim’s cooperation within 90 days. If the recipient in about to be deported, the time period is reduced to 14 days.
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Eleanor Vineyard is a seasoned sommelier with over 20 years of experience in the wine industry. She has a deep passion for all things wine, from the vine to the glass. Eleanor's mission is to demystify the world of wine for beginners, while offering in-depth knowledge for the seasoned connoisseur.
Going on a Sonoma Valley wine tour is an exciting and enriching experience for wine enthusiasts and beginners alike. With its picturesque vineyards, world-class wineries, and renowned wine production, Sonoma Valley offers a wine tour like no other. Before embarking on your Sonoma Valley wine adventure, here are a few things you should know to make the most of your experience.
1. Plan Ahead: Before heading out on your wine tour, it's essential to plan ahead. Research the wineries in the area and create an itinerary based on your preferences. Consider factors such as the types of wines you enjoy, the ambiance you're seeking, and any specific wineries or vineyards you've been recommended. Tasty Glass offers a comprehensive guide to Sonoma Valley wineries, helping you choose the best ones for your tour.
2. Make Reservations: Many wineries in Sonoma Valley require reservations, especially for tastings and tours. It's crucial to make reservations in advance to secure your spot and avoid disappointment. Check the winery's website or call ahead to book your visit. Tasty Glass provides contact information for each winery, making it easy to make reservations directly.
3. Designated Driver: Wine tasting involves sampling various wines, and it's important to have a designated driver or arrange for transportation. Driving under the influence is not only illegal but also dangerous. Consider hiring a professional driver, booking a wine tour package that includes transportation, or using a rideshare service. This way, you can fully enjoy the wines without worrying about getting home safely.
4. Time and Pace: Wine tours can be quite immersive, so it's important to allocate enough time for each winery visit. Rushing through tastings can diminish the experience. Plan for a leisurely pace, allowing time to savor the wines, explore the vineyards, and engage with the winery staff. Keep in mind that each winery visit may take longer than expected, so be flexible with your schedule.
5. Wine Tasting Etiquette: Familiarize yourself with basic wine tasting etiquette to enhance your experience. Remember to swirl the wine gently in your glass to release its aromas, take small sips to fully appreciate the flavors, and use the provided spittoons if you don't wish to consume all the wine. Don't be afraid to ask questions or seek recommendations from the winery staff—they are there to guide and educate you.
6. Stay Hydrated and Snack: Wine tasting can be dehydrating, so it's important to drink water between tastings to cleanse your palate and stay hydrated. Additionally, having a light snack before or during your wine tour can help balance the alcohol and prevent you from becoming too intoxicated. Some wineries may offer food pairings, but it's always a good idea to bring some snacks or purchase them along the way.
7. Enjoy the Scenery: Sonoma Valley is not only known for its exceptional wines but also for its breathtaking scenery. Take the time to appreciate the beautiful vineyards, rolling hills, and stunning landscapes. Capture the moments, breathe in the fresh air, and soak in the beauty of the region. Don't forget to bring a camera or use your smartphone to capture memories of your wine tour.
Embarking on a Sonoma Valley wine tour is an unforgettable experience. By planning ahead, making reservations, having a designated driver, and following wine tasting etiquette, you can fully immerse yourself in the world of Sonoma Valley wines. Remember to stay hydrated, savor the flavors, and enjoy the stunning scenery. Cheers to a memorable wine tour in Sonoma Valley!
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Norman Cousins: Peacemaker in the Atomic Age (Johns Hopkins Nuclear History and Contemporary Affairs) (Hardcover)
As the editor of the Saturday Review for more than thirty years, Norman Cousins had a powerful platform from which to help shape American public debate during the height of the Cold War. Under Cousins's leadership, the magazine was considered one of the most influential in the literary world. Cousins's progressive, nonpartisan editorials in the Review earned him the respect of the public and US government officials. But his deep impact on postwar international humanitarian aid, anti-nuclear advocacy, and Cold War diplomacy has been largely unexplored.
In this book, Allen Pietrobon presents the first true biography of Norman Cousins. Cousins was much more important than we realize: he was involved in several secret citizen diplomacy missions during the height of the Cold War and, acting as a private citizen, played a major role in getting the Limited Test Ban Treaty signed. He also wrote JFK's famous 1963 American University commencement speech ("not merely peace in our time but peace for all time").
This book is a fascinating look at the outsized impact that one individual had on the course of American public debate, international humanitarianism, and the Cold War itself. This biography of the vocal anti-communist and anti-nuclear activist's public life will interest readers across the ideological spectrum.

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While personal data flow is governed by GDPR, what are the new rules for the free flow of non-personal data? In this article, first published on Lexis®PSL Information Law, Robert Bond explains what the new European regulation by the Council of the EU will do to ‘bring down barriers to the free movement of non-personal data within the EU’.
The Council of the European Union has adopted a new Regulation on framework for the free flow of non-personal data (the new Regulation) which will boost the data economy and enhance the development of emerging technologies, such as cross-border autonomous systems and artificial intelligence (AI). The rules intend to ‘bring down barriers to the free movement of non-personal data within the EU’, which is ‘key for growth and creating jobs’. The rules ban localisation restrictions imposed by Member States on the geographical location for storing or processing non-personal data, unless such restrictions are justified on grounds of public security.
What is the purpose of the new Regulation? How will this be accomplished and from when will it apply?
The new Regulation is designed to boost the data economy and the development of emerging technologies such as AI and cross-border autonomous systems by ensuring the free flow of non-personal data. This is essential for the growth of the digital economy and in order to provide more flexibility for businesses.
The new Regulation bans data localisation restrictions imposed by Member States on the geographical location for storing or processing non-personal data, unless such restrictions are justified on grounds of public security. The new Regulation is a response to the free movement of data processing services and to the right of establishment of service providers which originates from requirements in the laws of Member States to locate data in a specific geographical area or territory for the purpose of data processing. Other rules or administrative practices have had an equivalent effect by imposing specific requirements that make it problematic to process data outside of particular geographical area or territory within the EU.
The new Regulation will enter into force on the 20th day following that of its publication in the Official journal of the European Union and will apply six months after its publication.
What is the relationship between the new Regulation and data protection laws relating to personal data?
The legal framework for the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data, as well as the protection of personal data in electronic communications including the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (the GDPR) and Directives (EU) 2016/680/eu and 2002/58/EC are not affected by the new Regulation.
To what extent may Brexit affect the impact of the new regulation in the UK?
Since the draft Withdrawal Agreement confirms that EU law will continue to apply to the UK, the new Regulation, once it has come into force, will be binding on the UK as it will come into force during the withdrawal period. This assumes that the draft Withdrawal Agreement comes into effect.
Assuming the Regulation applies in the UK, what are the implications for UK public bodies, private businesses and their advisers?
The free flow of data within the EU plays an important role in achieving data driven innovation. Public bodies stand to benefit from increased freedom of choice regarding data driven service providers and for more competitive pricing and more efficient provision of services. The new Regulation stresses the utmost importance that public bodies can lead by example in taking up data processing services and equally refraining from imposing data localisation restrictions when using such services. The new Regulation requires that public authorities and bodies should adhere to the principle of the free flow of non-personal data through general and consistent administrative practices.
Article 1 of the new Regulation aims to ensure the free flow of data other than personal data within the EU by setting out rules relating to data localisation requirements, the availability of data to public bodies and the porting of data for professional users.
Article 2 sets out its scope and states that it applies to the processing of electronic data other than personal data in the EU which is either:
- provided as a service to users residing or having an establishment in the EU, regardless of whether the service provider is established in the EU or not
- carried out by a natural or legal person residing or having an establishment in the EU for its own requirements
Article 4 imposes a requirement that data localisation must be prohibited unless justified on the grounds of public security. This also requires Member States to communicate to the Commission draft legislation that introduces new data localisation requirements or makes changes to an existing data localisation.
Article 6 relates to the porting of data and encourages the development of self-regulatory codes of conduct in order to contribute to a competitive data economy based on principles of transparency and interoperability, as well as taking account of open standards. The porting of data is intended to allow business and individuals to benefit from the switching of service providers and benefits both public authorities and business users.
The challenge of the new Regulation is that, while it sets out a range of procedures designed to ensure the free flow of non-personal data, in a sense the devil is still in the detail.


Manchin Breaks his Word, Threatens West Virginians with Carbon Taxes
Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) is reportedly willing to back a carbon tax to fund a version of President Biden’s trillion-dollar socialist tax-and-spend bill, a violation of his commitment last year to West Virginian voters that he would not support any carbon tax. Manchin told Axios on Thursday he’s “earnestly engaged” in talks…
Joe Manchin Promised West Virginians He Would Not Raise Taxes in a Recession — But Now He is Breaking His Word
When Joe Manchin asked the voters of West Virginia to send him to Washington, he made two tax promises to the voters: 1. No tax hikes in a recession. In October 2010, in a nationally televised debate, Manchin said: “I don’t think during a time of recession you mess with any…
Biden Admin Announces Tax Hikes on Oil and Gas Leases
With gas prices averaging $4.08 across the U.S., the Biden administration announced late Friday that it would increase taxes on oil and gas drilling on federal lands as part of its plan to resume lease sales. The Interior Department announced in a press release that it will hike royalty rates charged to…
Senate Republicans Blast Dem “Gimmicks” to Address High Gas Prices
A group of Senate Republicans led by Finance Committee Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) held a news conference on Wednesday blasting Democrat efforts to raise taxes on American energy production that would pass costs onto consumers in the form of higher prices. To distract voters from the Biden Administration’s refusal to increase…
If Democrats have their way, gas prices will surge even higher
If you believe the talking points of Congressional Democrats and the Biden administration, Americans are seeing high gas prices through no fault of theirs but because of two reasons — Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and the price gouging of selfish American oil and gas producers. This outrage is laughable because…
17 Energy Taxes Proposed by Biden and Democrats in the Last Year
Congressional Democrats and the Biden administration are blaming Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and greedy, heartless American energy companies for the high price of gasoline. At the same time, they are pushing countless tax increases that would raise the price of energy. While the Left characterizes these taxes as going…
Poll: Majority of Voters Believe Energy Taxes in Reconciliation Bill Will Increase Consumer, Small Business Energy Costs
Voters overwhelmingly believe that the two energy taxes included in Democrats’ reconciliation bill will increase energy prices and home heating costs.
Dem Reconciliation Bill Contains $13 Billion Tax on Crude Oil
Democrats' multi-trillion dollar tax and spend bill includes a nearly $13 billion energy tax on crude oil, a tax hike that will be paid by consumers in the form of rising gasoline prices.
Dem Reconciliation Bill Contains $8 Billion Home Heating Tax
The Democrat multi-trillion dollar tax and spend bill includes an $8 billion energy tax on natural gas production according to projections from the Congressional Budget Office, a tax that will be paid by American households in the form of higher energy bills.
Dems Ready Carbon Tax in Violation of Biden’s $400,000 Tax Pledge
House Democrats are proposing a new energy tax as a means of financing their $3.5 trillion ($3,500,000,000,000) tax and spending spree, according to a fact sheet released by Democrats on the House Energy & Commerce Committee. The tax will automatically ratchet up each year at a rate of 5% above inflation.


Paris St Germain brushed aside Lorient 3-1 in Ligue 1 on Wednesday to set a new record of 33 unbeaten matches in the French top flight.
Edinson Cavani fired PSG ahead after six minutes before Raphael Guerreiro equalised for the visitors but Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Layvin Kurzawa scored second-half goals to seal victory for PSG.
They are now 24 points clear of second-placed Monaco and look certain to retain the league title.
Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) completed their takeover of the French capital club in 2012 and injected funds to sign marquee players such as Argentina winger Angel di Maria.
PSG have dominated domestically since QSI took ownership, winning the league title for the past three years and completing the French treble in 2015.
They reached the Champions League quarter-finals last season and play Chelsea this month in the round of 16 of this year's most prestigious European club competition.
PSG broke the record set in 1994-95 by Nantes who were unbeaten for 32 games from the start of the season before losing 2-0 to RC Strasbourg.
The team managed by former France defender Laurent Blanc have not lost a league game since being defeated at Bordeaux in March, 2015.
PSG have lost one game this season, at Real Madrid in the Champions League group phase.


Old Dominion expand “Make It Sweet Tour,” Adding Dates At The Joint At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
- Wednesday, December 4th with Ryan Hurd
- Thursday, December 5th with Ryan Griffin
Acclaimed country band Old Dominion have added new dates and cities to their “Make It Sweet Tour,” including two dates at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on Dec. 4 and 5. The band will be joined by special guests Ryan Hurd on Dec. 4 and Ryan Griffin on Dec. 5. Tickets go on sale to the public next Friday, May 17 at 10 a.m.
Tickets start at $29.50 and go on sale Friday, May 17 at the Hard Rock Hotel box office or online at Ticketmaster.com. For VIP ticket packages including premium seating options, please contact email@example.com. For groups of 12 or more, please call 702.693.4017 or contact firstname.lastname@example.org.
Last week, Old Dominion released their deeply personal new song “Some People Do.” The soul baring track, which begs the listener for redemption and second chances, was released following the band’s current single “Make It Sweet” going #1 on the Billboard Country Airplay and Mediabase charts.
Old Dominion made their return to Nashville over the weekend with a sold-out performance at Ascend Amphitheater following their performance on the mainstage at Stagecoach Country Music Festival. Click HERE to watch their performance of “Make It Sweet” from the festival!
Last month, Old Dominion won “Group of the Year” at the 54th Annual ACM Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The award marks the band’s second consecutive win in this category and third ACM Award overall. Click HERE to view. Earlier this week, they were also nominated for “Group Video of the Year” at the upcoming 2019 CMT Music Awards.


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Are you located in southern California? Well, then you can’t miss the Good Earth Plant Company’s Spring 2014 Open House and Plant Sale!
You’ve read about the company’s outgoing owner Jim Mumford here before with my blog post “Jim Mumford on TEDxYouth@SanDiego – Watch Him Now!” of November 18, 2012.
Read about the Open House:
Visit with him and his team to see awesome roofs and walls as well as other eco-friendy low impact development projects in sunny San Diego – plus you can pick up some new plants to spruce up your spring landscape. The Open House takes place on Friday, April 25, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at their headquarters, 7922 Armour Street in San Diego. See a map here and RSVP soon.
Visit Good Earth Plants | GreenScaped Building to learn more, and in particular about the Good Earth Plant Company’s Spring 2014 Open House and Plant Sale.
Happy spring greening,
~ Linda V.

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Following Trump’s State of the Union, Kaptur and House Colleagues Warn NAFTA 2.0 Lacks Effective Enforcement, Would Lock In High Drug Prices
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Congressman Tim Ryan (OH-13), Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), Congressman Bill Pascrell (NJ-09), and Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) responded to President Trump’s State of the Union speech in which he praised his NAFTA 2.0 agreement. The text of the agreement—which many House Democrats have urged needs to be changed to address issues on prescription drug costs, labor and environmental standards, and outsourcing incentives—was signed by all three nations on November 30, 2018.
“For President Trump to declare victory on trade is dishonest and premature,” said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur. “Since the President took office, thousands of manufacturing workers across the heartland, including in my northern Ohio district, have been idled or laid off from their jobs in important keystone industries such as auto and steel as a result of senseless tariffs, closed off markets, and bad trade deals like NAFTA, while trade deficits increase. The American people deserve a fair trade agreement that brings jobs back, raises wages, improves working standards, and creates opportunities for workers in our communities. I stand ready to work with anyone who shares that same commitment. For the past two years I have urged the President to work closely with Congress to renegotiate NAFTA, there is no better time for collaboration to find a NAFTA 2.0 solution that benefits workers across our continent.”
“With a national audience watching, President Trump failed to move the needle on the changes necessary to protect American workers and consumers in his NAFTA 2.0 agreement,” said Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro. “Democrats would be willing to support a deal that puts working people first by ending outsourcing incentives and sets forth a trade template that supports American workers. However, the text is simply not there yet. As it stands, this deal locks in monopoly rights for Big Pharma, effectively ensuring that drug prices will remain high by providing giveaways to pharmaceutical companies. If the President is serious about reducing the cost of prescription drugs, this issue must be addressed. This provision—along with strong, enforceable labor and environmental provisions that ensure workers are paid a fair wage and environmental concerns are addressed—will require changes to the core of the agreement. I appreciate the work United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer has put in throughout this process, and I look forward to continuing discussions on making these important changes to support American workers and their families.”
“While I continue to be supportive of renegotiating NAFTA, what I have seen so far does not do enough to protect the hardworking men and women of my district,” said Congressman Tim Ryan. “For far too long, I have seen firsthand how unfair trade agreements have harmed our manufacturing industry in Ohio and across the United States. Just this week the GM plant in my district started its first round of layoffs. I join with my colleagues in urging that a new NAFTA deal must protect workers’ rights and freedoms, create strong environmental standards, include substantive provisions to end outsourcing incentives, strengthen enforcement mechanisms, and increase access to affordable prescription drugs.”
“Last night, President Trump called on Democrats to work with him on prescription drug reform,” said Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. “He also asked us to support NAFTA 2.0. What he failed to say is that these things are fundamentally at odds with each other. NAFTA 2.0, as written, will keep prescription drug costs high, and Americans will get poorer and sicker, as a result. Worse, it would tie Congress’ hands and prevent us from addressing the issue of drug costs. The President must re-open NAFTA 2.0 and work with House Democrats to ensure the new NAFTA works for working families in America.”
“NAFTA has caused harm to our workers and our manufacturing industries. So I welcomed a renegotiation that makes meaningful reforms for American workers and families,” said Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. “The jury is out on whether Trump’s deal will bring jobs back to the United States. But this administration must work with House Democrats to improve labor standards and enforceability in the agreement before it can be considered for approval.”
“I agree with the president that NAFTA has failed working Americans, but his NAFTA 2.0 proposal is more of the same,” said Congressman Jared Golden. “Putting a new paint job on the old NAFTA won’t work. Without significant changes to this proposal, Maine will see the last two decades repeated: closed mills, outsourced jobs, and stagnant wages. If the president is serious about protecting American jobs, I’ll work with him to overhaul NAFTA so that it defends Maine workers and forces Canada and Mexico to play by the rules.”


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Courtney Stodden: The Teen Bride’s Most Outrageous Looks! (PHOTOS)
From the very beginning of her rise to fame, the teen bride — who at 16 married 50-year-old actor Doug Hutchison — has showed no shame in her game by flaunting her assets in a wild variety of barely-there style choices.
Celebuzz has flung open her closet doors in an ultimate fashion rewind! See her most outrageous looks in our gallery!
Of course, Courtney’s personality is as daring as her outfit choices. She often sends out provocative messages through her Twitter account, such as this recent gem:
Loving this crazy lingerie store in Hollywood – there’s a lil’ somethin’ for everybody … even pink fluffy handcuffs 4 me hah :) meOW!
— Courtney Stodden (@CourtneyStodden) May 10, 2012
Courtney, who has been singing long before her marriage made headlines, recently released a new song called “Reality.” Commenting on the dance track, she told Fox411.com: “The song is about clubbing and dancing with your sexy partner. To me, it’s a story about lust. It’s about falling in love with someone. Is it in your head, or is it lust?”
She’s also a die hard animal lover and revealed that she’s a vegetarian. “I’ve never had a hamburger in my life,” she said in a cleavage-barring video message supporting PETA. “I’m so glad that I can say that. I never want to eat a hamburger.”


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On November 13th 2011, economists from the University of Massachusetts Amherst drafted an open statement to the Occupy Wall Street movement pledging their support. Since then, more than 250 economists from around the world have added their names.
Occupy London has opened up its third space and first building, the Bank of Ideas, calling it ‘a public repossession,’ and transformed the huge abandoned offices of investment bank UBS into a space for political discussion and debate.
At the height of action in Zuccotti Park, Wall Street financial Juggernaut J.P.Morgan donated 4.6 million dollars to the NYPD. That cash was used to fund the legions of police, and brutality, to terrorize America's own people.


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HEALTHY LIVING WITH CHRONIC DISEASE AND PAIN
THE FUNDAMENTALS: PART 3
Every Effort Counts
One of my favorite inspirational writers is Caroline Myss. She is someone who helps me to elevate my thinking about challenges and chronic pain and inspires me with her fearlessness and gumption. When she talks about health and illness, she isn’t afraid to bring up sensitive subjects. One thing she has said that really hit home for me was: “ If our approach to healing worked, more people would be healed. Healing is the experience of transforming a whole relationship to life.”
We have all been taught that healing is a rational exercise. You feel ill, you go see a doctor, he or she examines you, does some tests, and comes up with a plan, usually involving medication. You follow your doctors orders and you return to your life. This is a wonderful fantasy that we’ve created over the past few centuries, but that is all it is, a fantasy.
The reality is that true healing requires change. We are all continuously cycling towards illness or health. The body we have today is the result of how we’ve lived in the past, or as Caroline says, “Our biography becomes our biology.” This isn’t a game of blame the patient, which is extremely harmful and cruel. Instead it is tough love.
My own story makes it hard to place blame, as I was first diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age two. My biography was pretty limited at that time so saying that my raging disease was the result of bad habits or negative emotions is laughable. However, I do have to be honest with myself and take accountability for what has happened since then. I acknowledge I’ve placed myself in situations that were not conducive to my health. Relationships that I’ve entered, jobs that I’ve taken, and stress that I’ve felt have all influenced my health in a negative way.
Understanding that if I want to be healthy I have to dissolve the habits, thoughts, and actions that undermine my health and build new ones, has changed my life. I can’t say that my disease has disappeared. It hasn’t. BUT I do know that every effort counts.
As Caroline says:
“It goes without saying that not every healing crisis will have a ‘fairy-tale ending,’ but every effort you make, regardless of how insignificant it may seem to you, will always bring you closer to a state of spiritual and physical health.”
Healing, especially in the context of chronic disease and pain, is never easy, or rational. Instead it is a work in progress that requires effort. The willingness to try new things, the curiosity to always be asking questions, and the strength to never give up.

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How low has it gotten for the 2019 Toronto Blue Jays? They are now being upstaged by a baseball team that has neither a stadium nor a team.
The Montreal Expos are coming back. Maybe. To share a club with Tampa Bay.
It’ll be halfsies. Florida gets the first three months of the season; Quebec gets the last three. It’s like Montreal and Tampa Bay used to live together, decided to call it quits, but want to keep things civil for the kids, of whom there are several thousand.
Baseball has some good ideas, a lot of bad ideas, a few shockingly stupid ideas and then it has whatever this idea is.
This is an idea so ridiculous you know in your bones someone in a boardroom said, “That’s just crazy enough to work,” and, a dozen terrible decisions later, we ended up here. With an indefensible idea.
Here’s Jays general manager Ross Atkins on Montreal’s as-yet theoretical resurrection model: “Really cool idea.”
Atkins would say that. As long as people are talking about an imaginary baseball team in Montreal, they aren’t talking about his team. That’s a PR win (the only sort the Toronto Blue Jays can hope for any more).
A few days ago, the club was forced to pitch Edwin Jackson. God love him, but Jackson can’t pitch any more. Jackson should be enjoying his retirement instead of throwing batting practice every fifth night at 7:07 p.m. for the Toronto Blue Jays.
Why would you pitch Jackson?
“We don’t have anybody else,” Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said.
All over this great continent, there are thousands of twentysomething men who play baseball. Many do it at a high level. Some of those are in the minor leagues. They wear uniforms, which makes them easy to spot.
But the Jays – a professional baseball club with a whole scouting department and everything – can’t find them.
This is a game of “Where’s Waldo?” wherein everyone is Waldo, and the Jays are still losing.
But don’t worry. Pretty soon they’ll jettison all the decent remaining players so that no one has to feel bad about themselves. Then everyone can be an anybody.
Atkins, who has to front this mess, came out on Thursday to speak about a brighter future. His comments require translation from baseball executivese into English.
On when Marcus Stroman and all the other tradeable veterans will get it in the neck: “The nature of deadlines is that we wait for them.”
(TRANSLATION: Tomorrow, probably.)
On the current state of the club: “We’re encouraged.”
(TRANSLATION: By how cheap they are.)
On what’s generally gone wrong: “When you aren’t as aggressive in free agency or with short-term trades to acquire players with shorter term, we realize that risk is there.”
(TRANSLATION: We got most of these guys at Dollarama.)
On what precisely has gone wrong: “It’s been our overall ability to prevent runs and score them.”
(TRANSLATION: Translation machine begins to spark and pop and then explodes.)
Atkins noted that he has been pleased by the performance of his signature signing, Randal Grichuk, because “he’s been working hard.”
At what? Has he learned to crochet or something?
This sort of magical thinking is what makes this team so maddening. “Encouraged”? What for? Owing to a combination of extreme cheapness, bad luck and poor planning, the Jays are going to lose 100 games this year. People are still paying to watch this organized incompetence.
Everyone who made those decisions should come out during the anthems and march up and down the foul lines whipping themselves with wet noodles in a display of public contrition.
Or they should at least own up to what everyone already knows.
Everyone knew the Jays would be bad this year (despite all the team’s preseason “We live to win!” nonsense). But they didn’t know it would be this bad. Not “Horror Movie, People Go Off Into the Woods and Just Never Come Back” bad.
This club makes a roster move pretty much every day in order to fill the gaps because this club is nothing but gaps.
On Thursday, Montoyo was talking about how beneficial that can be for a guy’s development – a few midseason weeks in the minors to work out the kinks against inferior pitching. Really find yourself, in the Zen sense.
Yes, I’m sure that’s exactly how the Yankees do it – “Great news! You’re not good enough!”
We’ve gotten to the point where the slow erosion of an athlete’s confidence is somehow a positive. The Blue Jays are no longer a baseball team. They are the world’s least effective temp agency.
Will this get better? Absolutely, since it is difficult to imagine how it can get any worse.
The question is what is left after two or three more years of this. Losing teams continue losing because losing is what they know. The easiest way to flip a losing culture is the judicious injection of a few winners. It has been made abundantly clear no one wants to do that because it would cost money.
What you will some day be left with is a tight core of talented young players who have never done anything at the big-league level but have their heads handed to them on a nightly basis. Many of them will have been run up and down between majors and minors like dumbwaiters. If not born losers, they will be conditioned that way.
But in the Orwellian outlook of the Jays, losing somehow translates into winning if you do it at an ambitious-enough level.
If they won’t hire some established talent, a semi-bearable alternative is telling people you overshot your tank targets. And may do so for years to come.
Because the Raptors are gone and the Maple Leafs don’t return for three months, the Jays are all that’s left to talk about in this town. And three months is a long time to spend hiding.


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Whip up this timeless summer meal, and enjoy a delicious twist on your favorite baked chicken dish! Combine savory, real food Primal Kitchen® Organic Mustard, green onions, and lemon with Countertop Golden Butter and Countertop Grill Seasoning for a blast of full-bodied flavor and farmers market nutrition.
Primal Kitchen Mustard
This dish is made extra delicious by our Whole30-Approved and Paleo-Friendly Primal Kitchen Mustard. We've revolutionized one of America's most iconic condiments with organic turmeric and all non-GMO Project verified ingredients. Smoky and savory, this scrumptious spread will have your tastebuds simply begging for more!
Honey Mustard Chicken
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Warm a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add two tablespoons of Countertop Golden Butter.
- Remove the chicken bones by cutting away the connective tissue with either a knife or kitchen scissors. Pat them dry with paper towels (don't skip this step - it will help the skin get crispy!).
- Salt the thighs well on both sides.
- Next, season each thigh with a teaspoon of Countertop Grill seasoning. Be sure to season ONLY the flesh side of each thigh. If you season the skin side, it will burn).
- Add the chicken thighs to the hot pan, skin-side down. Let them get golden brown (about 8-10 minutes). Flip them, and pop them into the hot oven to bake for 20 minutes (or until internal registers 165° F).
- In the meantime, chop up the fresh green onion.
- Mix together in a small bowl 1/4 cup Primal Kitchen Organic Mustard, 1/4 cup Countertop Golden Honey, and the juice of half a lemon. Stir to combine.
- When the chicken thighs are cooked through, remove them from the oven and slather with the honey mustard sauce.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.


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Tea by the Sea
Drinking your morning joe from the bow of a boat? We'd all love that. Bring a touch of nautical charm to your daily routinewherever you livewith these unique mugs. Each stoneware design features a rich seafoam green glaze and clever, easy-to-grip handle that, when tipped on its side, looks exactly like a dock's cleat. A fun gift for sailors or beach lovers, it comes in a set of two so they can enjoy their favorite pick-me-up with a first mate or deckhand. Made in China.
Due to the nature of this item, each is unique and will vary.

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Presenting measurements of neuronal preparations with a novel CMOS-based microelectrode array at high-spatiotemporal-resolution on subcellular, cellular, and network level.
J. Müller, M. Ballini, P. Livi, Y. Chen, M. Radivojevic, A. Shadmani, V. Viswam, I. L. Jones, M. Fiscella, R. Diggelmann, A. Stettler, U. Frey, D. J. Bakkum, and A. Hierlemann, “High-resolution CMOS MEA platform to study neurons at subcellular, cellular, and network levels,” Lab Chip, vol. 15, no. 13, pp. 2767–2780, May 2015.
Reviewing the current understanding of microelectrode signals and the techniques for analyzing them, with focus on the ongoing advancements in microelectrode technology (in vivo and in vitro) and recent advanced microelectrode array measurement methods that facilitate the understanding of single neurons and network function.
M. E. J. Obien, K. Deligkaris, T. Bullmann, D. J. Bakkum, and U. Frey, “Revealing Neuronal Function through Microelectrode Array Recordings,” Front. Neurosci., 8:423, Jan 2015.
A 1024-Channel CMOS Microelectrode Array With 26,400 Electrodes for Recording and Stimulation of Electrogenic Cells In Vitro
A high-resolution CMOS-based microelectrode array featuring 1,024 low-noise readout channels, 26,400 electrodes at a density of 3,265 electrodes per mm2, including on-chip 10bit ADCs and consuming only 75 mW.
M. Ballini, J. Muller, P. Livi, Y. Chen, U. Frey, A. Stettler, A. Shadmani, V. Viswam, I. L. Jones, D. Jackel, M. Radivojevic, M. K. Lewandowska, W. Gong, M. Fiscella, D. J. Bakkum, F. Heer, and A. Hierlemann, “A 1024-Channel CMOS Microelectrode Array With 26,400 Electrodes for Recording and Stimulation of Electrogenic Cells In Vitro,” IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, vol. 49, no. 11, pp. 2705-2719, 2014.
Tracking axonal action potential propagation on a high-density microelectrode array across hundreds of sites
Demonstrating a method to electrically visualize action potential propagation on axons and revealing
large variations in velocity.
D. J. Bakkum, U. Frey, M. Radivojevic, T. L. Russell, J. Muller, M. Fiscella, H. Takahashi, and A. Hierlemann, “Tracking axonal action potential propagation on a high-density microelectrode array across hundreds of sites,” Nature Communications, 4:2181, Jul 2013.
Microelectronic System for High-Resolution Mapping of Extracellular Electric Fields Applied to Brain Slices
Recording and modeling extracellular action potentials of Purkinje cells at subcellular resolution.
U. Frey, U. Egert, F. Heer, S. Hafizovic, and A. Hierlemann, “Microelectronic System for High-Resolution Mapping of Extracellular Electric Fields Applied to Brain Slices,” Biosensors and Bioelectronics, vol. 24, no. 7, pp. 2191-2198, 2009.
Modulation of Cardiomyocyte Electrical Properties Using Regulated Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2 Expression
Controlling BMP-2 expression to modulate the electrophysiological properties of cardiomyocytes using an HD-MEA for detailed monitoring.
C. D. Sanchez-Bustamante, U. Frey, J. M. Kelm, A. Hierlemann, and M. Fussenegger,
“Modulation of Cardiomyocyte Electrical Properties Using Regulated Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2 Expression,” Tissue Engineering Part A, vol. 14, no. 12, pp. 1969-1988, 2008.
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Epoch making toys has appointed Import Services as its supply chain logistics partner.
The firm is due to open its new UK distribution, sales and marketing base in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, on January 1st, 2014.
"We are delighted to be working with Import Services who have an outstanding track record of delivering industry leading retail logistics services, particularly to the toy sector," said Graham Brennan, Epoch making toys MD. "It’s an exciting time for the Epoch brands and the partnering with the highly experienced team at Import Services will allow us the essential logistics support to help grow and expand the Epoch brands in the UK and Eire."
Mike Thomas, client services director at Import Services, added: "We are thrilled and privileged to be selected by Epoch as their supply chain logistics partner, to underpin planned growth.
"Successful multi-channel retailing necessitates swift movement of product from container ships to market. Epoch recognises this and the real business edge our port-centric services provide for leading toy companies, supplying the UK and continental Europe markets."


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- Your genes determine how marriage will fare
The study, published in the Journal of Family Psychology, evaluated whether different genotypes or possible genetic combinations of the Oxytocin Receptor gene (OXTR) influenced how spouses support one another, which is a key determinant of overall marital quality.
- Gene that makes us sleepy when we are sick identified
Scientists have identified a gene that makes a person sleepy when they are sick. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania in the US found that a single gene, called nemuri, fights germs with its inherent antimicrobial activity and drives prolonged, deep sleep after an infection.
- Common e-cigarette chemical flavours may impair lung function: Study
Researchers found that two chemicals, diacetyl and 2,3-pentanedione, affect the function of cilia - antennae-like protuberances that are present on 50-75 per cent of the cells that line human airways. Impaired cilia function has been linked to lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.
- Genes tied to dementia identified: Researchers
Researchers discovered two major groups of genes involved in mutations that result in an overproduction of a protein called tau, a hallmark of the progressive loss of neurons seen in major forms of dementia. The study marks an important step towards developing therapies that could slow or halt the course of the disease.
- Soon, gene-edited chickens that can resist the flu
The first of the transgenic chicks will be hatched later this year at the Roslin Institute at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. The birds’ DNA has been altered using a new gene editing technology known as CRISPR. In this case, the “edits” are to remove parts of a protein on which the flu virus normally depends, making the chickens totally flu-resistant.
- Night shifts may cause DNA damage: Study
Researchers found that on-call doctors who were required to work overnight on-site had lower DNA repair gene expression and more DNA breaks than those who did not work overnight. In these doctors, DNA repair gene expression decreased and DNA breaks increased after sleep deprivation.
- Gene editing tool may reduce autism symptoms
Employing gold nanoparticles to deliver the DNA-cutting Cas9 enzyme into the brain - a technique developed at the University of California, Berkeley, and called CRISPR-Gold - researchers were able to edit the gene for a neurotransmitter receptor and reduce the repetitive behaviour characteristic of fragile X syndrome (FXS).
- Night-shifters, your DNA could be at risk
Researchers analysed blood samples of about 49 healthy full-time doctors taken at different times.They found that on-call doctors who were required to work overnight had lower DNA repair gene expression and more DNA breaks. Damaged DNA increased after only one night of sleep deprivation. DNA damage may help explain the risk for sleep deprivation diseases.
- Chinese scientist who gene-edited babies fired by university
He Jiankui said in November that he used a gene-editing technology known as CRISPR-Cas9 to alter the embryonic genes of twin girls, sparking an outcry about the ethics and safety of such research. Hundreds of Chinese and international scientists condemned him and said any application of gene editing on human embryos for reproductive purposes was unethical.
- Gene research limited by lack of diversity: Oxford study
Genomic studies, which have generated important discoveries regarding human health and behaviour, are severely limited by the lack of racial diversity. Researchers caution that this lack of diversity has potentially huge implications for the understanding and applications of genetic discoveries.
- Actors Suresh and Ponnambalam of Bigg Boss Tamil 2 fame to feature in 'Genes'
Actors Ponnambalam of Bigg Boss Tamil 2 fame and actor Suresh, popularly known as Cool Suresh, shall grace the show Genes on January 20, 2018. The show hosted by Priya Raman has 4 challenging rounds based on identification and the participants are expected to guess right answers.

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WHERE THE MAGDALENA RIVER CEASES
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The crisis has internally displaced 6.6 million people in Ukraine.
6.3 million people from Ukraine have been recorded crossing international borders into neighboring countries including Poland and Moldova.
Approximately 13 million people are estimated to be stranded in affected areas or unable to leave due to heightened security risks.
UNHCR is concerned about the crisis situation in Ukraine that escalated on February 24, 2022 following the Russian Federation’s military action in the country. The crisis has displaced 6.6 million people inside the country. Over 6.3 million people from Ukraine have crossed into neighboring countries in the region including Poland, Hungary, Moldova and others.
As the crisis continues to develop, humanitarian needs are multiplying and spreading by the hour. Of the 18 million people in Ukraine who will be impacted by the ongoing war, 12 million are expected to need humanitarian assistance. Prior to this recent crisis, nearly 3 million people were already in need of humanitarian aid across Ukraine, including over 850,000 internally displaced people.
Particularly vulnerable groups include older people and people with disabilities who may be unable to flee from high-risk areas. Women and children, who make up 90% of people fleeing the crisis, are at risk of gender-based violence and sexual exploitation and abuse. UNHCR is on the ground ensuring basic and urgent needs are met and scaling up protection services, such as psychosocial support, counseling and identification of particularly vulnerable groups like unaccompanied minors.
“In addition to the grave situation inside Ukraine,” the UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said at a briefing for the United Nations Security Council on Ukraine, “hundreds of thousands are seeking refuge in neighboring countries. They need safety and protection, first and foremost, but also shelter, food, hygiene and other support; and they need it urgently.”
The UNHCR needs help providing humanitarian aid to those from Ukraine. Winter assistance is essential in keeping displaced people healthy and safe during the winter months.
UNHCR has been working in Ukraine since 1994, alongside local authorities, partners and community organizations to deliver protection and humanitarian assistance to people in need and remains on the ground to help now. UNHCR has stockpiles of aid, cash and other means to help people forced to flee and provided that humanitarian access and safety is granted, UNHCR staff are ready to deliver.
As the crisis develops, UNHCR and its partners are on the ground providing crucial humanitarian assistance and protection. In Ukraine, UNHCR is distributing emergency supply kits with items like thermal blankets and water cans. UNHCR is also helping to set up transit centers to assess the needs of newly displaced people and provide temporary shelter. The most vulnerable families are receiving cash assistance to address urgent needs.
While the full impact of the crisis is not yet clear, the number of people fleeing is rising and there is large-scale displacement in and out of the country. UNHCR has reinforced its operations in Ukraine and in neighboring countries, sending more resources, staff and stockpiles. UNHCR is working with national authorities to identify and support people forced to flee within Ukraine and scaling up response in neighboring countries currently receiving refugees.
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Poles offer a warm welcome to Ukrainians forced to flee across the border.


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AARP Colorado co-sponsored the first annual Centro San Juan Diego Health Fair with the Centro and The Denver Arch-Diocese Social Center for the Hispanic community, among others on Sunday at the church in the Five Points neighborhood.
More than 200 people from low-income neighborhoods – mainly highly-Latino-populated areas – attended the morning event, receiving a battery of free health screenings administered by volunteer professionals from the Urology Center and Denver Health Medical Center.
The screenings included prostrate, cholesterol, blood pressure, mental health, diabetes, body mass index, and eye and foot exams. The agencies and health professionals staffing the fair set-up administrative procedures to ensure the confidentiality and necessary referrals and follow through to the lab exams were completed.
“The event was very successful,” said Roberto Rey, AARP Colorado’s multicultural director. “More than 60 people were waiting in line before the doors opened at 8 a.m.”
Free flu and pneumonia vaccines also were provided to all participants. Five AARP El Comite volunteers worked at the event, in addition to the Colorado AARP office’s contribution of $3,000 to the health fair’s budget. Two El Comite volunteers also donated 300 water bottles and others solicited food donations from local grocers for the health fair participants and volunteers.
The Health Fair was promoted through an AARP mailing to members and announcements at all Denver Archdiocese Spanish language masses. The Denver Mexican Consulate also helped spread the word and contributed volunteers to help with the fair. Supplementing the free screenings, more than 10 agencies featured booths to distribute health information, including AARP, the Alzheimer Association, the National Kidney Foundation, Office of Health Disparities, St. Anthony’s Hospital Health Passport program, Clinica Tepeyac and Wal-Mart Eye Clinics.
The strong turnout for the event helped underline the continuing gap in medical coverage experienced in many low income neighborhoods, Rey said.
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Hot and dry weather in German cities strains CO2 absorption rate of trees
Trees in German cities are stressed by an unusual drought that affects their ability to absorb CO2 and convert it into oxygen, biologist Michael Blaschke says in an article written by Peter Clement in the Rheinische Post. Many trees in inner cities shed their leaves to save energy, and contrary to their fellow specimen in forests, their root system is usually not extensive enough to source water from deeper layers of the soil, biologist Blaschke says. “They need all of our help right now,” he warns, adding that an average tree needs between 50 and 80 litres of water per day to flourish. In many German cities, firefighters currently use their equipment to water trees and green spaces. A big tree can convert up to 9,400 litres of CO2 on a sunny day, equivalent to the carbon output of two or three families, but this ability is greatly diminished if the plant does not have enough water at its disposal. “This climate cooling effect is largely absent this year,” Blaschke says.
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Downtown Lewes will continue to have parking meters for each individual space.
At its capital projects meeting Oct. 26, mayor and city council approved upgrading the single-space meters with new units instead of converting most areas to multispace stations. All parking lots will continue to have kiosks, but those will also be replaced before next summer.
At its Nov. 13 regular meeting, council selected a proposal from IPS Group, using meters already in place in Rehoboth Beach, Newark and the University of Delaware. The project is expected to cost about $216,000.
Single-space parking meters versus multispace kiosks has been a debate among city officials in Lewes over the last several months.
The city has 91 on-street single-space meters. The meters are very old, and it is difficult to find parts to repair broken meters, said Lewes Parking Supervisor Dennis Crawford.
Crawford urged the city’s downtown parking committee and city council to consider multispace stations. He said they offer a wider range of payment options, collection is easier, and they use better technology. The downside is there may be a learning curve.
Council expressed a fear that people would have difficulty finding the kiosks. Councilwoman Bonnie Osler said the city shouldn’t expect people to walk nearly a block to find the nearest pay station.
“We have some older folks here,” she said. “I’m just trying to be practical.”
One of the biggest selling points for multispace meters, Crawford said, is that they accept paper bills, meaning people who don’t pay via ParkMobile or with a credit card will no longer have to stash quarters in their vehicles or search out a change machine. Darica Ward, owner of Deanna’s and Piccolino on Second Street, said at an earlier downtown parking committee meeting that she supported a system that would reduce the number of coins a person needs to carry with them when visiting Lewes.
“How many people have $3 worth of quarters in their pocket?” she asked at the Sept. 3 meeting. “I think people [would] love it, personally.”
Single-space meters more appropriately fit Lewes, Councilman Dennis Reardon said.
“We have a character to our town,” he said. “I personally like that it’s a small-town atmosphere. [Kiosks] takes it out of that and puts it into more of a modern kind of thing.”
Councilman Rob Morgan was the only member to support multispace stations; Osler left prior to the vote. Morgan said single-space meters are awkward.
“When you walk down Second Street, the tourists are walking slowly and looking in the shop windows,” he said. “As you navigate around them, you’re running into meters all the time, especially when they’ve got bikes locked to them. It becomes a bit of a pedestrian impediment.”
Aesthetics played a part in Deputy Mayor Fred Beaufait’s decision. He worried that removing the existing poles would leave an unattractive, mismatched patch on the sidewalk. Although the city still has a pallet of matching bricks, he said, the new bricks would not be as weathered and likely wouldn’t match in color.
Crawford said new solar-powered meters can accept credit cards and coins. The initial cost is cheaper than kiosks and spare parts are readily available. New meters also contain better technology that can be accessed from city hall. The downside is single-space meters have higher operational costs than kiosks, and it’s much more labor-intensive to collect coins. The new meters likely would not accept nickels and dimes as do the existing meters.
Lewes currently has eight pay-and-display kiosks in parking lots at 1812 Park, Canalfront Park, the municipal lot on Third Street, and three at the main public beach and two at the secondary lot. The most common problem with the pay-and-display method, Crawford said, is the tickets get swept off the vehicle’s dashboard, resulting in an unnecessary citation. The kiosks are also old, with limited replacement parts available, and they use 3G modems that will be obsolete within the next few years.


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