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Big Isla Vista Landlords Taken Down for Filing False Defamation Suit
Student Tenant Awarded Legal Fees for Retaliatory Action
OUCH: Shooting fish in a barrel — I am informed by my Isla Vista landlord pals — is actually a lot harder than it sounds. The fish, they tell me, sometimes shoot back. The case of Katelin Danaher versus one of the biggest landlords in I.V. — Isla Vista Owners, LLC — is such an instance.
For the record, I have never met Danaher, a UCSB student and communications major. Nor have I met Erin Eliza Murphey Doherty or her husband, Richard Doherty — principal investors in Isla Vista Owners and residents of Montecito. I was intrigued, however, when late last year, I received a DIY press release from Danaher announcing that she was filing a small claims case against the Dohertys and their Isla Vista rental empire. She wanted her security deposit back.
Who sends out a press release for a small claims action? A third-year communications major, I supposed. I assigned the story to an intern, Lily Hopwood, mostly because she, too, lived in Isla Vista.
Erin and Richard Doherty, it turns out, bought the massive rental empire — said to be 40 rental properties with 634 tenants — from James Gelb. Everyone knowns Gelb. He was the F-bomb personified. Reporters with nothing better to do would call Gelb just so he’d cuss them out. His profanity veered almost exclusively toward the homophobic. When he chased an openly gay elected official up State Street one recent election night — after allegedly being provoked — Gelb left little to the imagination regarding the bodily fluids and orifices. Gelb was criminally prosecuted for this verbal assault.
That was in 2017, the same year he put his portfolio on the market for $79 million. He said he’d had enough of people’s jealousy. He was eating at Holdren’s Steakhouse five nights a week, going out with women one-third his age. And he didn’t need the aggravation inflicted by sea-level rise. Many of Gelb’s properties were on the bluffs overlooking the ocean. Those bluffs were then—and are now — in a state of active retreat.
Gelb sold out to Richard and Erin. One report said the whole shebang went for $66 million. I’ve heard $40 million. I don’t pretend to know. In the Daily Nexus, Richard Doherty explained the deal: “Constrained housing supply equals good opportunities.” He was describing the Isla Vista market of 24,000 students. In other words, shooting fish in a barrel.
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Erin Doherty marketed on Facebook a three-bedroom Nido Road property to 12 tenants for $10,000 a month. Katelin Danaher was one. She occupied a converted storage loft. The noise and overcrowding caused her grades to suffer. In November 2019, she moved out.
But her landlords refused to return her $1,508 security deposit. Danaher ratted out the Dohertys to the fire and zoning enforcement departments. They, in turn, red-tagged Richard and Erin, for renting out not just two storage spaces but also an illegally converted garage. Danaher also sued her landlords in small claims court for $10,000. Judge Donna Geck awarded her $2,000.
Round One went to Danaher.
Richard and Erin reacted as would anyone who just found themselves shot by a fish; they sued for defamation of character. The basis of the case was the accusations Danaher made to the building inspectors and the Independent article by Hopwood. Richard and Erin, it should be noted, never responded to numerous calls for comment made by Hopwood.
It was their bad luck the case was assigned toJudge Thomas Anderle. How were the accusations defamatory, he wondered, when they’d been investigated and validated by county building inspectors?
Back in May, Judge Anderle blistered the legal attack waged by Richard and Erin calling their case “woefully deficient,” “specious,” and “intellectually dishonest.” He would conclude their lawsuit “was retaliatory and based upon neither an honest appraisal of the facts nor a realistic consideration of the applicable law.”
Round Two for the fish.
This Tuesday, Judge Anderle awarded Danaher $34,500 in legal fees incurred defending herself from the defamation charges. Although Danaher’s attorney took the case on contingency for $350 an hour, Anderle allowed him to charge $475 an hour, citing a state law designed to penalize those with an excess of power and money who use the legal system to punish those who have little of either.
Round Three for the fish.
It’s tempting to regard this as yet another story of greedy vindictive landlords getting a little comeuppance. But that misses the bigger picture.
Since 2010, UCSB enrollment has increased by 6,000 students. Its faculty and staff by 1,800. Community organizations — CPA, COAST, SBCAN, and the League of Women Voters — formed a group known as SUN, Sustainable University Now, which persuaded UCSB to sign an agreement that it would develop the necessary housing to offset the university’s growth plans.
The deal was very specific. The campus would provide 5,000 new units of on-campus housing; to date, it’s built 1,500 beds. The campus agreed to allow only 500 units in which students tripled up. We’re already at 1,700. As for the 1,800 new units of staff housing, we have 263. SUN put UCSB on notice last week that they intend to sue if they don’t see some real plans and real action.
Round Four for the fish? Too soon to say. But it could change the size of the barrel.
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This Week in History: Hillmans, De Sotos and Hudsons among the sleek offerings at auto show
People often used to stuff old newspapers behind walls and ceilings as insulation. Decades later, the old papers reappear when someone is doing a reno, and you get a glimpse into another era.
People often used to stuff old newspapers behind walls and ceilings as insulation.
Decades later, the old papers reappear when someone is doing a reno, and you get a glimpse into another era.
Vern Bethel has a classic newspaper find: a copy of the 1939 model year automobile show special in the Vancouver Daily Province, published on Nov. 29, 1938.
He discovered it in 1956, when he was a 16-year-old kid growing up in an old West End mansion that had been converted to a rooming house.
“I found it under the linoleum,” he recalls. “It had been put under there to level off the floor or whatever.”
Bethel had just purchased his first car, a ’39 McLaughlin-Buick, one of the cars featured in the 12-page section. So he hung onto the supplement and, six decades later, still finds it fascinating.
“Not only does it give you a cross-section of what the cars were, it shows you who were the dealers, most of them long since passed,” says Bethel, 75, who owns the vintage car firm False Creek Motors.
Indeed. The McLaughlin-Buick ad is for the Bowell McDonald Motor Company, which was at 615 Burrard at Dunsmuir.
It was popularly known as BowMac.
“BowMac was Bowell McDonald, and then Bowell McLean,” explains Bethel. “It disappeared, but the BowMac sign is still here (at 1154 West Broadway).”
The McLaughlin-Buick was touted as “the most advanced car in the world.” It boasted a “Dynaflash Valve-in-head Straight-Eight Engine,” “Tiptoe Hydraulic Brakes” and a “New, Roomier Unisteel Body.”
It even had “catwalk cooling,” a “European racing car development by which grilles are set in an attractive contour in the catwalk section of the front end.
“This lowers the entire cooling intake service,” said an accompanying story, “makes for better visibility from the driver’s seat, and promotes cooling efficiency.”
Today, though, it’s the car’s sleek art deco lines that stand out. But then, most cars had graceful deco curves and contours in the late 1930s. Most of the car shots are taken from an angle that shoots up, as in Orson Welles’ film classic Citizen Kane. The angle makes full use of the giant grilles, curved headlights, whitewall tires and suicide doors that were standard in the era.
The term suicide door is slang for a car door that opened front to back, rather than the regular way. Supposedly it was easier to fall out of a suicide door than a regular one when a car was in motion, because the airflow kept a regular door from opening.
They sure do look cool, though, like the vehicles used by bad guys in old gangster movies.
Alas, none of the Thompson submachine-guns favoured by gangsters were offered with the cars. Instead buyers were tempted with modern conveniences such as the “airfoam ride” with “auto-poise control” in the ’39 Hudson, which had a “salon interior.”
The ’39 Chrysler was roomier than previous models — “four inches wider at the windshield” — but could still glide down the road thanks to its “advanced airflow styling” and “dual power overdrive transmission.” The new “handy-control gearshift” had been moved up to the steering column from the floor, which was “convenient to reach and much easier to operate.”
The cover illustration looks like it was lifted from the ad for the 1939 De Soto coupe, which was for sale for $1,333 at Begg Brothers at 1108-1122 West Georgia.
Most of the dealers were downtown, usually in the 1100 and 1200 blocks.
Bingham-Lea Motors sold the Graham at 1219 West Georgia, Dan McLean sold the Nash at 1148 West Georgia and J.M. Brown sold Studebakers at 1128 West Georgia.
Vancouver Motors and A.B. Balderston sold Fords at 901 Seymour and 1190 West Georgia, and Walmsley Motors and Southard Motor Co. sold the Hillman at 1233 West Georgia and 1280 Granville.
The Hillman was the economy car of 1939 — the English car claimed it got 47 miles to the gallon.
None of the buildings that held the dealerships have survived, and neither did Bethel’s old house at 1200 Nicola. But the show itself was held at Seaforth Armouries on Burrard, which is still around.
Today’s Province newspaper is a vastly different product. The modern tabloid is 11¾ inches wide and 12½ inches long, while the Nov. 29, 1938 Province was a giant broadsheet, 17 inches wide and 22 inches long.

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Apple has captured ideas for a possible future version of the smart speaker Apple Homepod. For example, there may be a special emoji version of Siri and LED lights may show different types of information.
Future ideas for Apple Homepod
In 2017, Apple has several ideas for a possible future version of the Apple Homepod registered in a patent at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Although the Homepod is not mentioned by name, it can be concluded from the description of the product in question that it is the smart speaker from Apple. One of the ideas is to place a series of LED lamps in the fabric of the speaker, so that different types of information can be displayed, such as the weather or sports results.
In addition, these lights could also be used for displaying of e-mail subjects and a visual representation, based on emoji, of voice assistant Siri. The lights could also react to the movement of your hand when you move it in front of the speaker. Siri could further show other emoji based on context. This would allow the assistant to pick up when you feel sad, based on your voice, and show a sad emoji – or just try to cheer them up.
In addition, Apple would try to find out what the tone of incoming sound is. emails so that they can be read aloud with a happy, angry or sad face. In addition, a sender could also indicate in which tone that message should be read. Furthermore, Apple Homepod would support Face ID so that it knows who is in front of it. Based on that, the speaker could switch profiles and make music suggestions. In the future this could be further developed.
Because it is a patent here, it is not certain to say whether these ideas actually ever come to the Apple Homepod. Apple has not even published anything about this.


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Does Prophylactic Anticoagulation Prevent PICC-Related Upper Extremity Venous Thrombosis? A Case-Control Study.
J Infus Nurs. 2014 September/October;37(5):381-385
Authors: Wilson JD, Alred SC
The evidence regarding the value of prophylactic anticoagulation to prevent peripherally inserted central catheter-related upper extremity venous thrombosis (PRUEVT) is inconsistent. The authors reviewed 3 years of data, identifying all cases of PRUEVT at a facility in Texas, and individually matched each for risk factors with 2 controls. Not being on any form of anticoagulant or antiplatelet agent was associated with a modestly increased risk of PRUEVT (odds ratio 1.93, P = .036, 95% confidence interval, 1.025-3.602). Each approach to thrombosis prevention showed a trend toward a protective effect, but none reached statistical significance individually.
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Ranveer Singh was spotted at the airport in the 3rd of March leaving the country. While we all tried to figure the reason for this unannounced visit, finally we have the answer. Ranveer, it seems, took a flight to Cape Town to shoot adrenaline pumping ad that will see him collaborate with ace ad guru Abhinay Deo.
Ranveer Singh returned to Mumbai earlier this morning and was spotted with his sister Ritika Bhavnani.
On the work front, Ranveer Singh was recently seen in Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy. He has begun prep for his next film which is a biopic on Indian Cricket Team’s 1983 World Cup win. The actor is set to essay the role of former Captain Kapil Dev in Kabir Khan‘s ’83.
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From its modest origins in the early 20th century to the globally recognized spectacle it has become today, Formula 1 has gone through a fantastic change. The game has encountered a few upheavals, both on and out of control, and has developed into a complicated mix of technique, innovation, and sheer driving ability. In this article, we’ll dive into the charming advancement of Formula 1 and explore its rich history, tracing its ascent from fundamental race vehicles to the state-of-the-art machines and impressive occasions we witness today.
Beginnings: The Birth of a Racing Phenomenon
The first half of the twentieth century was a time of exploration for motorsports. While auto racing traces all the way back to the late 1800s, the idea of “Grand Prix Racing” began taking shape in Europe in the early 1900s. These races were initially long-distance challenges, testing both the durability of the cars and the endurance of the drivers.
After WWII, the sporting world felt a need to standardize racing, leading to the establishment of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) Formula1 Championship in 1950. The debut season featured drivers competing in seven Grand Prix events across Europe, with the British Grand Prix at Silverstone marking its historic beginning.
Advancements: The Tech Revolution
As the decades rolled by, Formula 1 became a crucible for mechanical innovations. Ground-effect aerodynamics, turbochargers, and semi-automatic gearboxes were among the pioneering technologies that debuted. Teams began investing heavily in R&D, constantly pushing the engineering envelope. The 80s and 90s, in particular, witnessed a whirlwind of technological advancements, with electronics playing a pivotal role in vehicle design and race strategies.
Modern Era: Glamour, Politics, and Dynasties
The beginning of the new thousand years denoted a time when Equation 1 was as much about the off-course dramatizations as the on-target activity. Worthwhile sponsorships, complex corporate legislative issues, and blockbuster driver support transformed the game into an extravagant industry. Notable contentions, nail-gnawing race gets done, and the development of hustling traditions, like Ferrari’s unequaled heritage or Red Bull’s brilliant ascent, added layers of story profundity to the title.
Formula1’s Evolution at a Glance
|Key Events & Innovations
|Inception of FIA Formula1 Championship
|Juan Manuel Fangio, Stirling Moss
|Emergence of commercial sponsorships, rear-engine cars
|Jim Clark, Graham Hill
|Ground-effect aerodynamics, introduction of slick tires
|Niki Lauda, James Hunt
|Turbocharged engines, semi-automatic gearboxes
|Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost
|Dominance of electronics, active suspension
|Michael Schumacher, Mika Häkkinen
|Corporate politics expanded global circuits
|Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton
|Hybrid engines, a rise of digital streaming
|Sebastian Vettel, Max Verstappen
Formula1’s trajectory from its modest early races to its position at the pinnacle of motorsport glamour stands as a testament to human ingenuity. The relentless pursuit of excellence, and an unwavering passion for speed. As the engines roar in anticipation of future races, we eagerly await the next groundbreaking moment in this illustrious sport. Tracks and technologies might have evolved, and cars might have transformed beyond recognition, but the quintessential thrill of Formula 1 racing remains as exhilarating as ever.
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By Robert S. McElvaine
The melancholy and New Deal is a set of basic assets documenting American existence throughout the longest and private fiscal cave in in American historical past. From the prosperity and rampant consumerism of the Twenties, the ebook strikes ahead to hide the double surprise of the inventory industry crash and mud bowl after which directly to the restoration efforts of Roosevelt's New Deal. probably the most revealing testaments to the times-including songs by way of Woody Guthrie, articles from assets as various as Fortune journal and the communist periodical New Masses, work of art and posters subsidized through the Works growth management, excerpts from literary classics resembling The Grapes of Wrath and choices from Eleanor Roosevelt's "My Day" column-have been assembled to supply a well-rounded portrait of the age.
The conflict between conflicting political and monetary forces is delivered to existence with political cartoons, Roosevelt's "Forgotten guy" radio handle and primary inaugural tackle, preferrred court docket judgements, newspaper editorials, textual content from the nationwide exertions kinfolk Act, and lots of different files. probably the most compelling components of this historical past list the influence of the melancholy on traditional humans. The reports of american citizens of either sexes, every age, and numerous racial and ethnic teams are explored via records equivalent to Farm safeguard management pictures, interviews, letters to the Roosevelts, and the memoirs of a "southern white girl." a different portion of Hollywood movie stills demonstrates how the altering values of the country have been mirrored in pop culture. popular historian Robert McElvaine presents professional observation linking the records right into a attention-grabbing and seamless narrative.
Textbooks could interpret historical past, however the books within the Pages from History sequence are background. every one name, compiled and edited by means of a favourite historian, is a set of fundamental resources on the subject of a selected subject of old importance. Documentary proof together with information articles, executive records, memoirs, letters, diaries, fiction, pictures, and facsimiles permits background to talk for itself and turns each reader right into a historian. Headnotes, prolonged captions, sidebars, and introductory essays give you the crucial context that frames the files. all of the books are amply illustrated and every features a documentary photograph essay, chronology, extra analyzing, resource notes, and index.
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You are no fool, in fact. you recognize that the yank Revolution begun while these men in Boston threw a few tea off a ship. Or was once it whilst Paul Revere made his recognized experience? let's accept it: in terms of figuring out approximately our nation's fight for independence, our grade-school stories are approximately as reliable as Benedict Arnold.
In 1513, just a couple of years ahead of Cortes conquered the Aztec empire, Juan Ponce de Leon and 3 shiploads of conquistadores landed simply south of what's now St. Augustine, Florida. The Spanish adventurers, even if, have been speedy pushed away by way of the Timucua humans; additional landings have been equally defeated via the intense archers of the Calusa, who eventually took the lives of Hernandez de Cordoba and Ponce de Leon himself.
Within the dramatic interval resulting in the yank Revolution, no occasion did extra to foment patriotic sentiment between colonists than the armed profession of Boston by way of British infantrymen. as though an Enemy's nation is Richard Archer's gripping narrative of these severe months among October 1, 1768 and the iciness of 1770 while Boston was once an occupied city.
This primary quantity of significant matters in American heritage -- 3 volumes of records that hide the historical past of the US from its payment to the current -- offers us a beneficiant sampling from the key political controversies within the Colonial interval. incorporated are such records as Richard Hakluyt's "Discourse of Western Planting" (1584), "Letter from Christopher Columbus to the King and Queen of Spain" (undated, most likely 1694), "The 3rd Virginia constitution" (1612), Thomas Paine's "Common experience" (1776) and "The assertion of independence" (July four, 1776).
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Communicate often and openly. Relationships should be wide open and honest and not always be based on sexuality norms. Should you be in a relationship, you should not look and feel pressured into getting married or being within a relationship. Similarly, don’t experience pressured to get married. You shouldn’t feel forced to adapt a specific romance model. Instead, get what works and ignore what turn up useful info.
Be interested in learning your partner trying to solve problems together. Although you may don’t realize them, it’s important to communicate with each other. Bargain is key in a relationship. It may help to change perspective sometimes, which makes it better to reconnect along with your partner. And do not be afraid to look at time for yourself. It’s important to be aware of your own self and be honest with your partner. When your marriage doesn’t work away, you should generate changes and work to improve your romantic relationship.
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If you want to have a long-lasting relationship, you need to be genuine with your spouse. Don’t be reluctant to say that that you’re not perfect. Your partner needs you. Your partner should appreciate it if you are sincere with them. It has the critical that both of you feel great about your self, and become honest using your partner. Inevitably, your human relationships will strengthen your mutual trust and be healthful. If you are devoted to your partner, you will find a more meaningful relationship.
A healthy relationship is vital to your total well-being. You should be yourself, and this includes the method that you talk to your partner. You should also become direct with your partner, when he or your lover might have various opinion upon matters that you could want to go over. The best way to construct a healthy relationship is to be proper with your spouse. It’s not really bad idea to be honest with all your partner. It will help them realize that you’re not a great arrogant jerk, which supports your marriage grow.
Be genuine inside your relationship. Staying honest is a wonderful way to ascertain trust and respect. It will also help you get to know your partner better. Should you be not being entirely honest using your partner, they shall be able to tell you about their lives. Ultimately, this will create a more robust bond. If you are willing to end up being real with your spouse, you’ll have a healthier relationship. Likely to both have a greater chance of building a meaningful a person.

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Protect Your Dogs Paws This Winter in The Hudson Valley
The winter weather has arrived leaving behind a trail of ice and slush. Of course, property owners and town municipalities have been on top of it salting the grounds to keep residents from slipping while walking and keeping the roads driveable.
However, that salt could be dangerous for our 4 legged friends.
Ice Melt Salt a Hazard to Pets in The Winter
We're so grateful for our salters, but if you're walking your pup on a road or walkway that has had salt applied to it proceed with caution. As we know, when ice or water reacts with ice-melt salt it creates a chemical reaction.
In turn that chemical reaction can cause intense irritation to a dog's paw pads making it uncomfortable to walk. I learned the hard way with my pup after he stepped on salt and then onto the cold melted snow.
How to Prevent Paw Irritation During a Hudson Valley Winter
After I saw my dog in so much pain after coming in contact with ice-melt salt, I did some research. If you're anything like me and hoping to keep your dog happy during the colder months here are some suggestions.
According to the American Kennel Club, rubbing paw balm on your dog's paw pads will help minimize the dry skin and damage salt can cause." When you come in from the walk they suggest reapplying the balm. That balm is great for year-round paw protection.
Carrying a towel around with you is another easy fix if paw balm isn't in your budget. AKC adds "If you have concerns about salt, consider dipping each paw in a bucket of lukewarm water and then towel drying."
If your dog can handle it, buying booties for their paws is a great way to keep your dog's paws out of harm's way in the wintertime. As always, the AKC reminds pet owners if "it’s too cold for you, chances are it’s too cold for your dog, too. "
Learn more bout wintertime pet safety and other ways to protect your dog from dangerous weather at AKC.org.
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Manchester full-service firm JMW Solicitors today reported a 7.5% rise in profit per equity partner in 2015/16 as revenue, including from instructions received online, grew strongly.
In the year ending 30 April, provisional profit rose 13.3% year on year to £4.3m, while revenue was up 16% to £22.5m. PEP has risen from £400,000 last year to £430,000 this year.
Joy Kingsley, senior partner at JMW, said: ‘Each year many new clients join JMW and 70% of our instructions last year came from new clients. We are committed to becoming a law firm of choice in Manchester for both clients and lawyers across all disciplines.
‘The recruitment of lawyers and those with business development skills and good client relationships has been instrumental in the profitable growth of JMW.’
Revenue from instructions received online rose 17% to £1.5m, while fees from the solicitors’ referral network Lawshare rose by 50% to £1m. The number of staff at the firm increased from 280 to 320.
The commercial litigation department generated revenue growth of 55% while the private client team posted a 47% increase in revenue. Revenue was also up by 43% in the business, crime and regulation department, 42% in the commercial property department, 23% in clinical negligence and 13% in family, the firm said.


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Any news on this? I did a quick google search but only saw news of the Canadian spin off for start (maybe already started) in the fall. The final episode of series 5 was more or less a cliffhanger so it would be hard to think they cancelled the show. In my experience with sci-fi from over yonder they don't just up and cancel shows like here and actually wrap up the story if they are going to cancel it. They wrapped up some subplot but the main plot is left hanging.


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If you follow DJ Khaled on Snapchat, you would know he has had an amazing year so far. From his partnership with T-Mobile, signing a deal with Epic Records, and opening up for Beyoncé on the Formation World Tour, DJ Khaled has been almost inescapable. With eight albums already under his belt, he found a way to reinvent himself through the use of social media by showing us his daily life and hard work ethic on Snapchat. Day after day, DJ Khaled shows us the things “they” don’t want us to have and the “major keys” to success with cameos from his celebrity friends and his endearing fans whom he calls “fan luv.” From this spawned his new album Major Key, which like his prior albums is a collaborative effort with a who’s who in today’s music.
The album begins with the two lead “anthems” as he likes to call them, “I Got The Keys” ft. Future and Jay-Z (who most recently became DJ Khaled’s manager) and “For Free” ft. Drake, a great party track reminiscent of rap legend Too $hort’s west coast style. Khaled also has another hip-hop legend on the album in Nas with a song titled “Nas Album Done” where he raps about his “signature fade with the bevel blade.” There is also an anthem for the ladies on the album featuring Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, August Alsina, Jeremih, and Future titled “Do You Mind.”
Other stand out tracks on the album include “Jermaine’s Interlude” ft. J.Cole and “Holy Key” ft. Big Sean and Kendrick Lamar. Both records speak on the perils of world, the state of the music industry, and recent incidents of police brutality. “Don’t Ever Play Yourself” is also sure to be a fan favorite. Not only is it one of DJ Khaled’s favorite sayings, but he has turned it into a record featuring iconic New York rappers, Jadakiss, Fabolous, Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, and an appearance from Khaled’s new protege Kent Jones. Always one for surprising collaborations, among all the rappers on the album, Meghan Trainor shines on “Forgive Me Father” also featuring Wale and Wiz Khalifa on a song about remaining positive and living life to the best of your abilities.
The album ends with the song “Progress” by reggae artist Movado. DJ Khaled often shows his appreciation and love for reggae music in his Snapchat stories, so this was a perfect way to end the album. Like the title states, the song is about moving forward and progressing in life, staying away from people who don’t want you to succeed and those that wish bad for you.
DJ Khaled has succeeded in making an album that lets each artist shine and has created songs that bring each of his metaphors for life to fruition. In the words of DJ Khaled, “I like that, I like that.”
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PRESS RELEASE – Competition at Whitaker Bank Ballpark usually involves baseball, but the home of the Lexington Legends will be the site of what might be the world’s largest pillow fight Sunday, September 25 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The American Cancer Society is holding the event in partnership with the Legends in an effort to increase exposure for the Hope Lodge in Lexington, which provides free overnight lodging for cancer patients and their caregivers. A five-dollar donation at the gate will provide an opportunity to participate in the pillow fight and a chance to win prizes, including an iPad 2. All proceeds will support the American Cancer Society.
“This event will be yet another first at Whitaker Bank Ballpark,” said Stephanie Fish, the Legends’ director of community relations and ballpark entertainment. “We are eager to see almost 4,000 people pillow fight for a good cause.”
Organizers hope to break the record for the number of pillow fight participants. The current mark, according to the Guinness Book of World Records, is 3,708.
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Unlocking the Mechanisms of Myelin Plasticity:
The last decade was marked with the discovery that myelin is a plastic structure that can adapt to its environment, in pathological and physiological states and in animal models and Humans as well. However, the factors and genes that regulate myelin plasticity remain mostly unknown.
The Horner lab has previously used a retrovirus coupled to a membrane bound mouse reporter to differentiate between old and new myelin after spinal cord injury. This unique tool will be the key to unlocking the mechanisms of myelin plasticity and regeneration.
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
A good basic soup! I didn't use a blender, preferring to put all but the broccoli in a pan while heating and stirring until everything was mixed. Then I added the broccoli and heated it again. It did seem to be missing just a little flavor of some other helper ingredient, I just don't know that much about adding the right things.
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Trip has expanded its range of CBD-infused drinks with the introduction of a limonata-inspired Lemon Basil flavour.
Packaged in an 100% recyclable can, Trip’s new lemon juice- and basil-infused beverage contains 15mg of CBD.
According to the London-based brand, its latest creation comes in at only 20kcal per 250ml can, and is vegan, gluten-free and contains no added sugar.
The new variant joins existing flavours in the company’s beverage range, including Elderflower Mint and Peach Ginger. As with all Trip drinks, Lemon Basil is made with ginseng, l-theanine and chamomile.
Trip says that its online sales increased sixfold during lockdown and claims that this is part of a wider pattern of increased demand for CBD, fuelled by rising anxiety amid stay home restrictions.
“Seeing the incredible demand for our existing drinks range and huge growth of our online community in lockdown, it was really exciting to create something with our fans for this summer,” said Olivia Ferdi, co-founder of Trip.
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“Bringing a Trip twist on a classic summer favourite, we’d like consumers to take a Trip anywhere, any time – to mark the positive moments, whether or not they’ll be travelling this year.”
Trip Lemon Basil is available, for an RRP of £2.29, through the company’s online store, via the Trip CBD store on Deliveroo, as well as from Planet Organic and independent cafés and restaurants.
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1pounduncooked lobster meat(claws, tails, whichever you prefer or both)
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lemon wedges,for spritzing
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4 to 6split top brioche hot dog buns,warmed or toasted
Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Chop the lobster meat if it's in large pieces - I do like to leave it in large chunks though! Add in the lobster meat along with the minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the lobster is bright pink, opaque and cooked through.
While the lobster is cooking, melt the remaining butter in a saucepan over low heat. I like to brush the brioche buns with butter and warm them for a few minutes in the oven.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked lobster with a pinch of big salt and pepper, all of the remaining melted butter, the chives and fresh dill. Add in the juice from ½ lemon and toss. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed.
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SAN DIEGO–Jacob “Jake” Dekema, a former Caltrans District Director and one of the true transportation innovators of his generation, celebrated his 100th birthday Wednesday.
Dekema served as Caltrans District Engineer and its first District 11 Director in charge of highway development in San Diego, Imperial, and east Riverside counties from 1955-1980. During that time he directed much of the blueprint for the modern-day transportation system we see today throughout the region. In February 1982, Interstate 805 was officially named the Jacob Dekema Freeway in his honor. Dekema spent his milestone birthday with family and friends at his home in San Diego.
“As daily travelers and visitors throughout the region, we owe a debt of gratitude to Mr. Dekema for his vision, hard work, and dedication to building District 11’s interstate system,” said Caltrans District 11 Director Laurie Berman. “He has been at the forefront of so many transportation changes over the years and we are so happy for him and his family on this special day.”
At the start of his tenure, Dekema was in charge of just 25 centerline miles of highways, consisting of State Route 395 in Balboa Park (now State Route 163) and portions of State Route 101 in Chula Vista and Oceanside. By 1980, he had built 485 centerline miles of highway to the region.
Dekema received many honors during his illustrious career, including the American Public Works Association’s “Top 10 Public Works Men of the Year” in 1972 and the Distinguished Civil Engineering Alumni Award from USC in 1973. He’s been listed in Who’s Who and has been presented the keys to many cities, as well as other proclamations and awards. The city of Blythe even has a street named for Dekema.
Dekema is joined by the other six remaining Caltrans District 11 Directors and former Senator Wadie Deddeh in an upcoming documentary video spotlighting transportation innovators and milestones for San Diego and Imperial counties. The documentary video is set for release in August.


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No third novel from Harper Lee, expert says after examining manuscript
The publication of Harper Lee’s “Go Set a Watchman” this summer rocked the publishing world and dominated literary conversations around the globe. But it looks like there won’t be a repeat anytime soon.
James S. Jaffe, an expert in rare books, examined the contents of a safe deposit box used by Lee, and determined that it does not contain a third novel, the Wall Street Journal reported. The manuscript in question is actually an early draft of the first part of “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
In a report on the contents of the safe deposit box, Jaffe wrote, “The present group of drafts therefore undoubtedly represents only a small portion of what must have been a larger body of Harper Lee’s original working drafts for ‘To Kill a Mockingbird.’ ... [I]t is an extremely important collection, representing, in effect, the genesis of the novel ...”
The box also contains an edited manuscript of “To Kill a Mockingbird” and a typewritten draft of “Go Set a Watchman,” Jaffe said.
Questions about the contents of the box were raised in July after the Journal published an op-ed article by Tonja B. Carter, Lee’s attorney. In the article, which chronicles how Carter found the “Go Set a Watchman” manuscript, the lawyer wrote: “What of the other pages that have for decades sat in the Lord & Taylor box on top of ‘Watchman’? Was it an earlier draft of ‘Watchman,’ or of ‘Mockingbird,’ or even, as early correspondence indicates it might be, a third book bridging the two? I don’t know.”
Carter then said she would be inviting “experts” to examine the documents. “As we celebrate the publication of ‘Go Set a Watchman,’ history demands no less from us,” she wrote.
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Every day this year, I will be examining the first pages of random comics. Today's page is from Excalibur #46, which was published by Marvel and is cover dated January 1992. Enjoy!
Alan Davis' second stint on Excalibur was as writer as well as artist, and he decided to snip a dangling thread from the first, Claremont-scripted run, and so we get Kylun (I won't get into how it's a dangling thread, because it's convoluted, but trust me - it is). In this issue, Davis brings Kylun into the 616 Marvel Universe, but first he has to explain what Kylun has been doing, hence this first page.
Davis is an underrated writer, and although this page doesn't show off his skills completely, he doesn't forget to get us interested. We learn we're on an alternate Earth called "Ee'rath," which until very recently was ruled by that creepy chap, known as Necron. Necron seems happy even though he's losing his empire because he's making the rebel leaders, Kylun and Sa'tneen, fight against, basically, zombie heroes who are now enslaved by the tyrant. Davis explains that the heroes tries to stop Necron some years back, and this is the price for their failure. So we're all caught up!
Naturally, Davis knows how to construct a page, and we begin with the spooky eye of Necrom dominating the first panel (that it looks weirdly like Captain America's shield is probably coincidental, right?). The eye disconcerts the reader, and then he pulls back to show the entire face, which is even stranger. Necrom's unblinking eyes are the focus of the panel, centered and staring right at us, locking us in. Davis gives Necrom a bald head which looks slightly larger than a normal human's head, and his pointed ears move our gaze up to the head. Meanwhile, Davis (and his regular inker, Mark Farmer) put shadows around his lower face, obscuring for a moment his smile, which makes it more effectively weird when we do spot it. As Davis continues to pull back, we see that Necrom isn't actually looking at us, but at Kylun and Sa'tneen, who stand back-to-back, fighting the bad guys. It's a nicely-designed panel - Necrom and his two enemies form a nice triangle, forming a balanced panel, and Necrom's pet/thug/advisor doesn't intrude too much on it, but enough so that we account for him. The bottom panel shows off Davis' strengths - he's very good at fluid fight scenes, and this panel shows some nice things. Sa'tneen and Kylun remain the focus, as they're in the center, but Davis makes sure that each bad guy is seen clearly enough. The Spider-thing on the left features Wolverine-like claws and inhuman arms - I can't decide if they're spidery (as is likely) or ape-like (which would be bizarre but not out of the realm of possibility). Sa'tneen holds it off while also discharging her energy at the zombiefied Black Knight in the back of the panel. In the lower right, a version of Captain Britain gets gutted by Kylun's sword (presumably) while the Zombie Thor looks as if it's been slashed by the Captain's sword, perhaps aided by Kylun's own sword. Meanwhile, Kylun blocks Thor's hammer with his other sword. The entire page feels dynamic, as if everything is happening so quickly that it's hard for us to keep up. Some artists struggle with this kind of dynamism in their artwork for years, but Davis has always been good at it, and obviously, he's gotten better over the years. Glynis Oliver, doing her thing, does a good job with the colors - Oliver dulls the orange in Necrom's eyes so that it's more sluggish and sly, while she colors his head that ugly green that looks like mud. Nothing about Necrom says "good," so even if we didn't know he was a tyrant, we could still infer it. Notice that Kylun's orange hair is brighter than Necrom's eyes, indicating that he's "good" as opposed to Necrom. As blue is such a foundational color in comics, making the zombies blue was a no-brainer, especially considering how much red Spidey, Captain Britain, and Thor have in their costumes - it just makes them stand out more. Sa'tneen is virginal white, and while Kylun also has a dull skin color, the bright orange of his hair and the bright red and yellow of his costume offset that.
Davis is a superb artist, and he usually has really good artists around him to make his pencil work even better. He has that here, and that's why this is such a pretty page. It's not that hard to figure out!
Next: Another cool-ass independent comic from the 1980s! That's always fun, right? There are some already in the archives, if you know where to look!


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A generator can be broadly defined as a device that converts a form of energy into electricity. Nearly all of the electricity consumers use is produced by generators that convert kinetic (mechanical) energy into electrical energy. Generators operate because of the relationship between magnetism and electricity. In 1831，scientist Michael Faraday discovered that when a magnet is moved inside a coil of wire, an electric current flows in the wire.
The most widely used method of producing electricity uses generators with an electromagnet-a magnet produced by electricity-not a traditional magnet. The generator has a series of insulated coils of wire that form a stationary cylinder. This cylinder surrounds a rotary electromagnetic shaft. When the electromagnetic shaft rotates, it induces a small electric current in each section of the wire coil. Each section of the wire coil becomes a small, separate electric conductor. The small currents of the individual sections are added together to form one large current. This current is the electricity that is transmitted from generators to consumers.
An electric power plant uses a turbine or other similar machine to drive these types of generators. There are steam turbines, gas combustion turbines, water turbines, and wind turbines. Steam turbines using biomass, coal, geothermal energy, natural gas, nuclear energy, and solar thermal energy produce about 70% of the electricity used in the United States. These power plants are about 35% efficient. That means that for every 100 units of primary heat energy that go into a power plant, only 35 units are converted to useable electrical energy.
Other types of devices that generate or produce electricity include electrochemical batteries, fuel cells, solar photovoltaic cells, and thermoelectric generators.
Magnets and Electricity
The spinning of the electrons around the nucleus of an atom creates a tiny magnetic field. The electrons in most objects spin in random directions, and their magnetic forces cancel out each other. Magnets are different because the molecules in magnets are arranged so that their electrons spin in the same direction. This arrangement and movement creates a magnetic force that flows from a north-seeking pole and a south-seeking pole. The magnetic force creates a magnetic field around a magnet.
原子中，电子围绕原子核旋转会产生一个微弱的磁场。大多数物体中电子无 规律旋转，因而它们产生的磁力相互抵消。而磁体有所不同。磁体内部的分子排 布使其电子朝一个方向旋转。这种排布和运动产生了由北极指向南极的磁力。这 种磁力在磁体周围形成磁场。
Have you ever held two magnets close to each other? They don’t act like most objects. If you try to push the same poles together, they repel each other. But if you put different poles together, the magnets will stick together because the north and south poles are attracted to each other. Just like protons and electrons-opposites attract with magnets.
Magnetic fields can be used to make electricity磁场可以用来发电
The properties of magnets can be used to make electricity. Moving magnetic fields can pull and push electrons. Metals such as copper have electrons that are loosely held, so the electrons in copper wires can easily be pushed from their shells by moving magnets.
By using moving magnets and copper wire together, electric generators create electricity. Electric generators essentially convert kinetic energy (the energy of motion) into electrical energy.


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As EMS responders, we’re challenged with complex patient care situations, and we often make decisions using past experiences, protocols and medical consultation to guide us through treatment "mazes." Using our natural problem-solving process, we tend to see a problem and think about similar past experiences, which we believe will help us implement a workable solution to the problem.
As we strive toward patient care excellence, however, we need to also look for the best solution for our patient care needs. Research continues to reveal that EMS responders may benefit from increasing their practice of critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making in initial and continuing education.
Studies are finding that increased practice and exposure to triage, airway management and medication administration decision-making will allow us to achieve an increased quality of patient care. Research has also found many reasons for patient care deficiencies, but a common theme is that EMS students and providers may not be getting enough practice or exposure to thinking "outside of the box" in difficult, critical-thinking scenarios.
This lack of exposure is why EMS educators should continue to challenge students with skills practice and competency assessments. Even with minimal time and practice in the classroom and clinical settings, EMS educators and instructors should infuse the curriculum with complex scenarios and problems to stimulate students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
This can be accomplished by using patient simulation, team-based thinking scenarios, realistic scenarios with variable outcomes and student-group-facilitated presentations.
All of these combined will have a greater meaning to students as they navigate through the many requirements to achieve competence and real-life experience in the patient care setting.
In response to this need, EMS educational materials are placing more emphasis on critical thinking and encouraging educators to challenge students to think through complex patient care situations.
Thought Process & Decision-Making Models
These critical thinking and problem solving skills can’t be taught by using only local protocols as gospel in the classroom, nor should we be teaching by a "cookbook" methodology alone.
Problem solving and decision-making processes in the public safety professions have developed and evolved over many years, allowing researchers to explore the thought processes decision-makers use when confronted with real-life situations.
Recognition-Primed Decision Model
One thought process and decision-making model that has evolved and been widely accepted is the Recognition-Primed Decision Model (RPDM).
The RPDM uses three phases of processing and situation response. This decision-making process can occur very quickly as part of a natural thinking process (See Figure 1, April JEMS p. 50). The phases of the RPDM include: 1) situation recognition (seeing a problem); 2) serial option evaluation (recognizing clues that match previously lived experience); and 3) mental stimulation (finding a solution that works and using it; if it doesn’t work, find another one).
By using the RPDM, a responder is able to use situation matching with previously experienced problems, developing expectations for what may happen in this situation, and find what’s worked in the past, evaluating to find a workable solution and implementing a reasonable plan of action to solve the problem.
This process, which is a natural part of our decision-making process, helps us quickly find a workable solution and may not always lead us to the best solution for all patient care problems, especially if the decision-maker doesn’t have past experiences to call upon.
In EMS, we pride ourselves in making the best patient care decisions possible. Finding a workable solution is part of what we do in our ever-changing workplace, and working through our patient care decisions—before, during and after the call—is essential to ongoing learning. Because of this, we must explore ways to improve our thinking process. Critical thinking can greatly impact patient care and be enhanced by infusing it into all aspects of our lifelong learning.
Here are some patient care examples to which we can apply decision-making and critical thinking processes:
Patient Care Example #1
>> EMS is called to a private residence by a neighbor at 11:30 p.m.
>> The patient thinks she’s fine and that the neighbor is overreacting.
>> The patient is an 82-year-old female.
>> Her chief complaint is headache; and she wants to take an aspirin.
>> EMS finds the patient alert and oriented, seated in kitchen chair.
>> The patient denies chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea or any other problems.
>> The patient’s skin is pink, warm and dry; capillary refill is < 2 seconds and her skin turgor is good.
>> Lung sounds are clear and equal bilaterally.
>> Vital signs are BP 230/124 by auscultation, heart rate 88 strong and regular, respiratory rate 20 and unlabored, pulse ox 98% on room air.
>> Her grip strengths and motion capabilities are equal in all extremities.
>> Her ECG reveals sinus rhythm at 88 without ectopy.
>> Medications found in kitchen include a hypertension medication with a label that suggests she hasn’t been taking it as prescribed.
>> On further questioning, the patient states she had a ground-level fall last week but denies loss of consciousness or problems afterward.
>> The patient reluctantly agrees to be transported by EMS and will only go to the same local emergency department (ED) she went to this past week.
Given these facts, do we treat her hypertension (systolic > 220 mmHg and/or diastolic > 120) with sublingual or IV nitroglycerine? Do we consider a hospital with neurosurgical capabilities (even if it’s 15–20 additional minutes of transport time)? Is the patient suffering from an intracranial bleed? Do we need to consider anything else for this patient’s condition?
So many questions can originate from this type of call, and it may take more than protocol to determine what’s in the best interest of the patient.
Application of critical thinking in this situation will cause the personnel involved to dig deeper to help them make the right choice for the patient’s best outcome.
Patient Care Example #2
>> EMS is called by the patient’s wife to a private residence at 2:42 p.m.
>> EMS finds the patient sitting in his garage with painting materials next to him.
>> The patient is a 63-year-old male with a history of tobacco use and hypertension. He’s found to be diaphoretic with a slightly delayed verbal response to questioning.
>> The patient states he was painting the outside of his house, in the sun, for some time before feeling weak.
>> His lung sounds are clear and equal bilaterally.
>> His radial pulses are strong and regular.
>> Initial vital signs are BP 72/40 by auscultation, pulse rate 64, respirations 18 and unlabored, pulse ox 99% on room air and blood sugar 83 mg/dL.
>> His ECG shows a sinus rhythm from limb leads.
>> He denies any traumatic event, states he feels fine and asks EMS to leave.
Is this an environmental emergency? Does this patient warrant IV fluids? And if so, how much fluid should we give knowing he has strong radial pulses? Is the mean arterial pressure (MAP) significant in this situation considering we need a MAP of 60 mmHg to prevent renal ischemia or failure?
What blood pressure are we seeking and why? Is the hypertension history important in this situation? Why is the pulse slow? Calls like this may have a quick fix, but would a more in-depth understanding of the patient’s condition (i.e., critical thinking) make a difference?
Richard Paul Model
Another model of critical thinking that can provide a road map for comprehensive, ongoing thinking is the Richard Paul Model (RPM) for Critical Thinking. The RPM can’t be introduced for the first time during a life-threatening situation at the patient’s bedside, but can be used as a learning guide or tool (in initial and ongoing education) to teach providers how to consider all factors pertinent to patient care situations.
The RPM helps ensure we have effectively addressed all possible considerations (see Figure 2 April JEMS p.51). First we must first use a set of standards to help us gather, sort and think through the information provided. Second, we must have certain elements in our reasoning process. And third, we must develop a set of traits we can use over and over again to help us think through and address problems.
Looking at standards of thinking in the RPM, we find many questions we can ask ourselves about our patient care, including:
>> Do we really understand what the patient is describing/presenting to us?
>> Is what we’re finding/revealing in our assessment correct?
>> How does what we’re learning relate to the patient’s condition?
>> Does what we’re learning from our assessment and findings make sense?
>> Have we explored the assessment and findings from all viewpoints?
>> Are we gathering specific relevant information?
>> Is what we’re assessing and finding a priority for the situation?
>> Were we thorough in addressing all information and findings?
>> Have we examined all information and findings presented?
>> Have we considered all viewpoints presented?
Looking at the elements of reasoning in the RPM, we find questions to ask of ourselves, including:
>> Do we understand why we’re seeking information and what it will tell us?
>> Are our questions meaningful, and do they relate to the patient’s condition?
>> Have we considered viewpoints and findings from others?
>> Does what we’re learning about our patient help guide our care?
>> Have we made decisions based upon all available information?
>> Do we have a general idea of the situation and appropriate patient care standards?
>> Is what we are doing based on the facts presented?
>> Are we asserting a claim based only on what we know or all of the facts?
Now, if we’ve applied these standards and reasoning elements to our situation, we’ve challenged ourselves to think comprehensively about our case. As we continue to practice this thinking behavior, we’ve learned intellectual traits that become part of our ongoing thought process.
Some of these lifelong learning traits and questions we can ask ourselves include:
>> Can we be humble and willing to admit when we’re wrong?
>> Are we able to function independently and appropriately?
>> Are we acting in an honest, moral and ethical way?
>> Are we persistent in our actions and beliefs based on what we know?
>> Are we acting logically and appropriately based on what we know?
>> Have we considered the feelings and concerns of others when making our decisions?
>> Can we hold our position with high confidence knowing we’re addressing the patient’s needs?
>> Have we considered all possible options with an open mind?
As we treat our patients, we have a moral and ethical obligation to provide the best care possible. Responding to their emergent and non-emergent needs is a privilege we’ve earned. Thinking through our patient care process and building upon what we learn during each call is part of what makes us the best providers we can be.
We have to make difficult and challenging decisions every day in our profession, so understanding how we make decisions and how we can improve our thinking are essential to making the most of our inner resources—our thinking and decision-making processes.
Using as many of the standards of thinking and elements of reasoning as possible while developing intellectual traits can help us benchmark our quality of care and identify areas we can improve (see Figure 3 April JEMS p. 52).
As we continue our professional journey in the prehospital care environment, consider a few recommendations:
EMS educators and teaching/education institutions: Take a good look at today’s EMS curriculum, and make the commitment to foster challenging, scenario-based training that encourages students to apply what they’re learning in lecture and work through their scenarios. Students really do want to be challenged!
Field paramedics and EMS providers: Look at how you work through your decision-making process. Your true competence and ability to care for patients can be learned from your patients’ outcomes, your co-workers’ perception of you as a care provider, your supervisors’ perception of your work and your medical direction’s comfort with your care.
Field training officers, preceptors, supervisors and administrators: Be the example. Employees can learn to think things through and ensure all information is obtained via a structured thought process if we’re leading the way. Provide constructive feedback to employees based on factual information. Some decisions need to be made now, but we can learn from those decisions and always improve our thought process for future encounters.
Medical control physicians: Encourage dialogue with your EMS care providers and share your thought process for making decisions that affect patient care. Proactive interaction with them through local seminars, educational forums, scenario-based practice or any venue that allows you to be present and available to them can alleviate uncertainty and also build their confidence, comfort and trust in you as the medical authority.
Although we may never achieve perfection in the patient care environment, valuing the notion that each of us strives for excellence in patient care is a noble cause. We need to challenge ourselves regularly and seek opportunities for improvement.
Once we learn good practices, morals and ethics, we can use them in our daily routine—take care of patients. If you seek patient care excellence, look at your own decision-making processes and work with your colleagues to build an ongoing learning relationship that will become part of your patient-care work environment. JEMS
This article originally appeared in April 2010 JEMS as "Critical Thinking: A new approach to patient care."


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The sprinter decides to pursue his first love, but hasn’t ruled out making Team Canada in 2020
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The running world is outraged over the recent doping case involving Olympic marathon champion Jemima Sumgong
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High levels of the sex hormone testosterone may trigger different health problems in men and women, a new study reveals.
In women, testosterone may increase the risk for type 2 diabetes, while in men it lowers that risk. But high levels of testosterone increase the risk for breast and endometrial cancer in women and prostate cancer in men, the researchers reported.
As more young American adults struggle with extra weight, they are paying an even steeper price as the rates of obesity-related cancers rise in this age group.
Obesity has already been linked to rising rates of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and knee replacements. Now, new research suggests cancer can be added to that list, and the rate of obesity-related cancers is certain to keep cl...


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Has there ever been so much talent concentrated in one human being? Both a powerhouse singer and an actor of staggering emotional range, Judy Garland was the consummate entertainer, a born-in-a-trunk show-business lifer who grew up before the eyes of America and who could embody girl-next-door innocence, vivacious vitality, and tremulous vulnerability with equal conviction. The combination of her dazzling talent and tragic offscreen struggles endeared her to a generation of gay fans—and one hundred years after her birth, Garland remains the most famous musical leading lady in the history of Hollywood. This selection of the beloved MGM films that defined her early career—including collaborations with her frequent costars Mickey Rooney (GIRL CRAZY) and Gene Kelly (FOR ME AND MY GAL, SUMMER STOCK) and director and husband Vincente Minnelli (MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, THE PIRATE)—celebrates the awe-inspiring artistry of a once-in-a-generation performer.
Directed by Norman Taurog • 1943 • United States
Starring Judy Garland, Van Heflin, Fay Bainter
This charming musical adaptation of the Booth Tarkington novel marked an important turning point in Judy Garland’s career, giving her the chance to play her first “grown-up” role after years of juveni...


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Guest Bio: Hon Hoang is a Vietnamese-American photographer and filmmaker currently based in Los Angeles, California. He was born in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, but grew up in Los Angeles. He began studying Photography shortly after graduating from UCLA where he studied Psychology. He sees Photography as a medium that answers questions, satisfies curiosity, and showcases the things that are often left unseen.Hon believes that most of us feel a level of existential uncertainty, wondering who we’ll be because of who we were. His works explore this sensation and eventually come to hopeful conclusions, acting as a sliver of light that guides us out of the darkness.Episode: In our conversation, we talked about growing up in Roland Heights, living/abroad in South Korea, transitioning and figuring out what one truly wants to do, filmmaking and creativity. Hon got a lot of thoughts and opinions on creativity, passion, filmmaking and art that are definitely worth considering and thinking about. Check out the episode now!
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Lagos - The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the zoning formula for the selection of its national officers has taken a new dimension as the South-west leaders of the party have rejected the move to zone both the presidential and party chairmanship to the North.
The leaders’ position followed the decision of the party’s governorship caucus to retain both positions in the north against the party’s constitution.
Also read: Bode George rules self out of PDP chairmanship seat
The leaders in a communiqué issued at the end of an extraordinary summit held in Lagos on Thursday to deliberate on the affairs of the party resolved that they would reject the move to zone the presidential and party chairmanship to the North.
The summit, which was held at the Golden Gate Restaurant Ikoyi was attended by party leaders including former governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel, Senator Jumoke Akinjide,, Olabode George, Dr. Doyin Okupe and Prof. Taoheed Adedoja among others.
However, the two South-west governors of the party, Olusegun Mimiko, of Ondo State and Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State were conspicuously absent.
The communiqué which was signed by George on behalf of the leaders lamented that the Yoruba people are being elbowed out of the power equation by the individual ambitions of some persons within the party.
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One of the most vivid memories of my childhood in Venezuela was undoubtedly the visible enthusiasm that I could see in the face of every Venezuelan, as the MLB’s opening day would approach. Nothing made any Venezuelan sports fan happier than seeing one of their own play on the enormous stage of professional baseball. Baseball was and has always been the national sport. This season’s Opening Day featured close to 80 Venezuelan baseball players on Major League rosters. Some of the most well known Venezuelan players in today’s game include Miguel Cabrera, Felix Hernandez, Carlos Gonzalez and Jose Altuve, to name a few.
To contrast, soccer in Venezuela has never been as important to the country as it has been to neighboring powerhouses like Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Colombia. However, the most popular sport in the world has been growing at a fast and steady rate since the late 1990s. In the early 2000s, under the coaching of Richard Páez, the Venezuelan national team began to make a name for themselves. Some key victories against well-known teams like Uruguay, Chile, Perú and Paraguay cemented the idea that Venezuela could compete with the best in South America. These triumphs not only gave the country something to feel proud about and look forward to but also marked the time in history that the team earned the nickname of La Vinotinto (translating to “the burgundy,” which reflects the color of the national uniform).
The first big Venezuelan soccer player, Juan Arango, began his career in his home country, but quickly found himself moving to more competitive leagues. He then spent over fifteen years playing in Mexico, Spain and Germany. Arango was the first Venezuelan player to play in the exponentially more intense European competition. After his departure, players were inspired and even more motivated to follow in his footsteps. More Venezuelans started getting recruited by other countries, creating a proud sense of nationalism, and attracting more locals to watch soccer. People closely followed the paths that were taken by the country’s players.
This was also the moment in time that I personally began to closely follow our national team. Even if it was simply a friendly match, it felt like the country was watching a final of the World Cup or the UEFA Champions League. Despite the fact that the country is going through one of the biggest financial crises and security problems of all time, the sense of pride that this sport has been able to create has revitalized Venezuelans all across the country.
Many other players such as West Brom striker Salomón Rondón and Juventus midfielder Tomás Rincón have followed in Arango’s footsteps. Rondón is only twenty-seven years of age and has managed to become one of the most prominent underrated strikers in the English Premier League. As a consistent performer and veteran on the national stage, Tomás Rincón is known to be one of the best midfielders that Venezuela has ever been able to produce.
Soccer in Venezuela is growing at a fast rate due to the fact that more and more players are striving to play abroad and eventually obtain opportunities to showcase their skills on larger stages. Even though the national team has never qualified for a World Cup, the country’s younger teams such as the U-20 team will be playing on the international stage in Korea Republic 2017. This shows the emerging young talent that is coming out of the country.
On the other hand, two of my favorite footballers that are continuously growing as players and seem to show a lot of promise are Josef Martínez and Adalberto Peñaranda. At only 23 years of age, Martínez plays as the main striker for new MLS team Atlanta United FC and has scored five goals in his first three matches for the young club. Martinez has great mobility and capacity, and has the scoring touch to distinguish himself from his peers. If he stays fit, he will definitely be one of the key players in the new generation of Venezuelan soccer.
19-year-old youngster Adalberto Peñaranda plays for Malaga FC on a loan from English club Watford. Peñaranda has also been showing a lot of promise despite his lack of experience at such a high level of soccer. He still has a lot to prove, but his ability to create in the open field and his ability to play off of other players on his team shows that he has the potential to eventually become a great player. If he can work on his ability to finish in front of goal, he will definitely be remembered as one of the greatest players to put on the Venezuelan national team uniform.
Every Venezuelan looks forward to and hopes for national improvement, economically and beyond. The crisis and insecurity have caused many aspects of the country to deteriorate, while also preventing other aspects to flourish. While this has been an issue for many years, Venezuelans continue to strive and keep their hopes up. Seeing La Vinotinto qualify to the FIFA World Cup would surely boost the morale of Venezuelans all across the country and the world. I don’t see this happening in the upcoming World Cup, but in eight years, we could very well be playing on the biggest stage in soccer, just as we did a couple of months ago in the World Baseball Classic.


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I have a friend named Gerry.
Gerry’s grandfather, Jerome, used to live in my house. I have seen the faded sepia photos of Jerome in uniform, holding Gerry’s father as a baby. Back then, the backyard, which is now filled with other houses, was an open orchard crisscrossed by stone walls.
Ten years ago, Gerry’s great aunt Emma stopped by to see the “old house.” Emma was well into her nineties, but she moved around the house easily while recounting stories sparked by the still familiar rooms. Holiday parties, birthday celebrations, family dinners, children piled into bedrooms, laughter, and sorrow. Emma noted the areas I had remodeled to customize and improve the house for my family. She graciously accepted and even appreciated the changes we made as good improvements.
Emma’s visit was a joyful reminder that tomorrow’s memories are made today. We create these memories as we love, laugh, cook, sit, work, read, play, and warm in front of the fire. Our living spaces are an intrinsic part of these indelible recollections.
At Gallagher Remodeling, we strive to understand your vision of how you want to live in your home. We personalize your living spaces while you create the memories. If your walls could talk, what would they say?

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Originating in Austria, Linzer Cookies are buttery and delicate, and a favourite traditional Christmas treat. We have used raspberry jam to fill ours but you can use any jam of your choice.
How long will it take?
2 ¼ hours
What’s the serving size?
Makes 32 cookies
What do I need?
- 225 g butter
- 120 g icing sugar, sifted plus extra for dusting
- 2 egg yolks
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 300 g plain flour
- 100 g almond flour
- 160 g raspberry jam
How do I make it?
- Cream butter in a stand mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 1 – 2 minutes. Add icing sugar and blend to combine.
- Add egg yolks and mix, then add salt, cinnamon, vanilla and lemon juice and mix.
- Reduce speed to low and gradually add in flour and almond flour.
- Divide mixture in half and form each piece into a disc, about 2 ½ centimetres thick. Wrap in clingfilm and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 175C. Line 2-3 baking trays with baking paper.
- Roll dough discs out on a lightly floured surface to approximately ½ centimetre thickness. Cut out cookies using the larger cookie cutter and place half on baking trays, leaving 3-4 centimetres space between them (these will be the base of your Linzer Cookies). With the remaining cookies, use the smaller cutter to cut out the shape in the centre of the cookie to make the “window”. You should have a total of approximately 64 cookies – 32 bases and 32 tops.
- Bake each baking tray for 10 minutes or until the cookies look dry on the top. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
- To assemble, dust the cut-out cookies with icing sugar. Spread jam on each of the base cookies, then place the cut-out cookies on top and gently press down so that the jam is showing through the “window”.
- You will need two cookie cutters – one to make the basic shape and a smaller one to cut out the shape in the centre to reveal the jam.
- You can make the cookie dough up to 2 days in advance and keep in the fridge.
- It is important to keep filled cookies in an airtight container to prevent the cookies going soggy.
- You can store unfilled cookies in an airtight for up to a week and then fill them when you are ready to package them up for gifts.


Fetterman secures Demo’s nomination to the Senate; The Republican race is too close to call The state
Unofficial results of the May 17 primary.
Across the state, a race in the U.S. Senate shows Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman leading the Democrats. Fetterman, who suffered a mild stroke in the last days of the campaign, garnered 58.96% of the vote as of Wednesday morning, ahead of Conor Lamb with 26.48%, Kenyatta Malcolm with 10.31% and Alexandria Khalil with 4.25%.
The results are too close to be called a Republican side, as TV presenter Mehmet Oz and David McCormick are friendly. Oz has 31.38% and McCormick – 31.26%. They are followed by Katie Barnett with 24.55% Carla Sands with 5.43%, Jeff Barthos with 4.87%, Sean Gale with 1.47% and George Bachetta with 1.05%.
In the presidential race, Democrat Josh Shapiro has no opposition in the primaries.
Republicans voted in favor of Doug Mastrian with 44.14% of the vote. He defeated the other candidates, as Lou Barletta received 20.39%, Bill McSwaine – 15.63%, David White – 9.48%, Melissa Hart – 3.98%, and the other candidates were Joseph Gale, Jake Corman, Charles Gerow and Nche Zama received 1-2% of the vote.
As lieutenant governor, Democrats backed Austin Davis with 63.12%, followed by Brian Sims with 24.82% and Raymond Sosa with 12.06% of the vote.
Kerry Delrosa climbed to the top of the crowded Republican field, gaining 25.88% of the vote. It is followed by Richard Saccone with 15.63%, Ted Daniels with 12.28%, Clarice Schillinger with 11.72%, Jeff Coleman with 10.13%, James Jones with 9.02%, Russell Diamond with 5.87% and Christopher Fry with 4.69%.
Potter County voters supported, as shown below. Records are not included in the unofficial count.
Republicans: Katie Barnett 1058, Mehmet Oz 809, Dave McCormick 875, Carla Sands 260, Jeff Barthos 214, Sean Gale 41, George Bachet 28
Democrat: John Fetterman 535, Connor Lamb 115, Alex Khalil 29, Malcolm Kenyatta 19
Republicans: Douglas W. Mastriana 1954, Lou Barlett 358, Jake Corman 245, Bill McSwain 207, Melissa Hart 164, Dave White 146, Nche Zama 141, Joe Gale 115, Charlie Hero 49
Democrat: Josh Shapiro (no opposition) 643
Republicans: Teddy Daniels 901, Rick Sacone 489, Carrie Lewis Delrosa 403, Jeff Coleman 308, James Earl Jones 258, Clarice Schillinger 253, Chris Fry 177, John Brown 145, Ras Diamond 100
Democrat: Austin Davis 468, Ray Sosa 60, Brian Sims 135.
US Congress, 15th District
Republican: Glen G.T. Thompson (no counteraction) 3050
Well. representative, 67th District
Republican: Martin T. Kauser 2410, Robert W. Rosman 904
Republican State Committee: Karen K. Cahill (no opposition) 3048.
Chairman of the Republican District: Donald P. Kudryk (without opposition) 3001.
State Committee of the Democratic Party: Dennis Gudenaf (no opposition) 669
The results of other races of precinct committees at the time of the press were not available.